In our 60th episode, we spoke to Ryan Calder. Ryan is an assistant professor of sociology and director of the Program in Islamic Studies at Johns Hopkins University. He studies fast-changing global markets where money and morality intersect. His first book, The Paradox of Islamic Finance (Princeton University Press 2024), draws on over 280 interviews across ... Show More
Nov 10
🎙️ EP. 76—Inside the Gulf Property Boom
<p>Why is Dubai still booming while global real estate slows? And is Saudi Arabia’s transformation—from home ownership to hospitality—actually sustainable?</p><p>In this episode, we speak once again with Faisal Durrani, Partner & Head of Research at Knight Frank Middle East, ... Show More
46m 8s
Oct 8
🎙️ EP. 75—What’s Next for GCC Bonds & Sukuk?
<p>In our 75th episode, we’re joined once again by <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/akh52063/'>Abdul Kadir Hussain</a>, Head of Fixed Income Asset Management at <a href='https://www.arqaamcapital.com/'>Arqaam Capital</a>, to unpack the transformation reshaping GCC bonds and s ... Show More
59m 59s
Dec 2024
War on RIBA, Building Wealth and Halal Mortgages | Dr. Sajid Umar
<p>What is Islamic Finance, and how can Muslims build wealth without compromising their faith? In this episode, we explore how to navigate the challenges of avoiding Riba and interest while living in the West.<br/><br/>Joining us is Dr. Sajid Umar, an esteemed Islamic scholar and ... Show More
1h 25m
Aug 2024
Managing Your Money and the Halal Economy with Harris Irfan
For a conscientious Muslim, managing ones money in the West can be a difficult prospect. Islam has a series of rules to do with money, the prohibition of riba (interest) being the key one, and rules on trade that often places it at odds with a rather laissez faire Neo liberal mod ... Show More
1h 10m
Sep 2
Mutaz al-Khatib, "Key Classical Works on Islamic Ethics" (Brill, 2024)
In this episode of Unlocking Academia, host Raja Aderdor speaks with Dr. Mutaz Al-Khatib, Associate Professor at the Research Center for Islamic Legislation and Ethics and Director of the Master’s program in Applied Islamic Ethics at Hamad Bin Khalifa University. Together, they e ... Show More
27m 35s
Jun 2025
Sami Al Daghistani | Al-Ghazali's Influence on Islamic Thought, Ethics & Economic Philosophy
<p>We're joined by professor and author Sami Al Daghistani to explore the life and thought of Al-Ghazali, a prominent figure in Islamic intellectual history. We delve into Al-Ghazali's multifaceted contributions to Islamic law, philosophy, and theology, highlighting his major wor ... Show More
1 h
Oct 17
DEENTOUR 131 - Being Black and Muslim: Separated by Race, United by Islam
In this powerful episode, we explore the intersection of race, religion, and identity—unpacking the lived experiences of Black Muslims navigating Western societies. We examine how Islam addresses racism and prejudice, both historically and spiritually, and confront the challenges ... Show More
35m 50s
Sep 2024
S2 Ep 1: Tales from Muslim Lands with Professor David Damrosch
Our first episode features David Damrosch, Ernest Bernbaum Professor of Comparative Literature at Harvard University and Director of Harvard’s Institute for World Literature. The episode focuses on his work, “Around the World in 80 books”. Entitled Tales from Muslim Lands, Profes ... Show More
1h 6m