Middle Nation Podcast: Episode 26 -- Isl...

SHOW MOREApologies for the long delay between the last podcast and today's episode. Here I just wanted to clarify what I mean when I talk about the US, and why the collapse in the West does not mean we are off the hook. 

The rise of the Ummah as an economic, political, and cultural global power is inevitable. We should begin laying the groundwork for ensuring that this rise proceeds smoothly and successfully by building bridges across the Global South – in the private sector and in civil society. 

In this episode I am commenting on a recent conversation between #DouglasMurray and #JordanPeterson about Murray's latest book, "the War Against the West". It is a conversation that reveals the two men's profound and blinding biases, and by extension, the biases of "the West" its ... Show More

In this episode, we look at wealth and materialism from an Islamic perspective. 

A missile has reportedly struck a site in the Islamic Republic. If this is retaliation for Iran’s most recent attacks, then it is a muted response. But is there still a risk of escalation? As India’s election kicks off, a look into why the opposition is likely to have a poor show ... Show More

<p>The United Arab Emirates projects an image of level-headed calm in the Gulf. Its actions abroad, however, betray a <a href="https://www.economist.com/middle-east-and-africa/2025/04/16/the-uae-preaches-unity-at-home-but-pursues-division-abroad?utm_campaign=a.io&utm_medium=audio ... Show More

<p>Explore the profound history of Islamic governance from the teachings of Prophet Muhammad and the practices of his family, the Ahlulbayt, to the guidance left by Imam Mahdi. This video examines the evolution of Islamic political systems, comparing contemporary governance in Ir ... Show More

<p>After protracted negotiations, at last a conclusion appears nigh—but depending on whom you ask, a breakthrough is <a href="https://www.economist.com/middle-east-and-africa/nuclear-talks-with-iran-enter-the-endgame/21807592?utm_campaign=a.io&utm_medium=audio.podcast.np&utm_sour ... Show More

<p>A missile has reportedly struck a site in the Islamic Republic. If this is retaliation for Iran’s most recent attacks, then it is a muted response. But is there still a risk of escalation? As <a href="https://www.economist.com/asia/2024/04/16/gandhi-v-modi-crunch-time-for-cong ... Show More

Islamist terrorists have grabbed headlines in the Arab world with horrific atrocities, but there are signs their influence may be on the wane. Gideon Rachman discusses the extent of their power with Borzou Daragahi and David Gardner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mor ... Show More

<p>In this episode of the After Maghrib Podcast, hosts Ahmed and Sayed Ali dive into the ongoing conflict in Gaza and Beirut, exploring how external forces are attempting to exploit sectarian divisions between Sunnis and Shias. They discuss the dangerous "divide and conquer" tact ... Show More

<p>America is keen to mend the relationship between the Gulf state and Israel, but Muhammad bin Salman has <a href="https://www.economist.com/middle-east-and-africa/2023/07/05/what-mbs-wants-from-joe-biden?utm_campaign=a.io&utm_medium=audio.podcast.np&utm_source=theintelligence&u ... Show More

Islamic System of Morality