Ingrid Mattson, the first woman and first convert to lead the Islamic Society of North America, describes her experience of Islamic spirituality, which she discovered in her twenties after a Catholic upbringing. We probe her unusual perspective on a tumultuous age for Islam in the West and around the world. See more at onbeing.org/program/new-voice-islam/54
May 2026
Michael Pollan — The Mystery of Consciousness
From Krista: Michael Pollan’s latest book, A World Appears, is an exploration — with scientists and journalists and technologists and spiritual teachers — of what consciousness is, and is not, or might be: from the plants which have always fascinated him, to the new technologies ... Show More
1h 14m
Sep 2019
EP 034 - Leaving Christianity for Islam, Women in Mosques, Making Prayers a Must - Shaykha Dr. Tamara Gray
<p>Ustadha Fatima Barkatulla is joined by Shaykha Dr. Tamara Gray to discuss how the idea of worshipping a “Male God” lead her to leave Christianity and embrace Islam, the struggles of being a female Muslim convert in the 80s, fasting while pregnant, the epidemic of missing Salah ... Show More
1h 34m
Jun 2024
Beyond the Veil with Melanie Elturk
Today, we delve into the world of Melanie Elturk, a beacon of innovation and strength in the face of adversity. From a biracial upbringing caught between the worlds of Islam and Christianity, to the highs of fashion entrepreneurship and the lows of personal and professional trial ... Show More
52m 49s
Oct 2024
Redefining Faithful Strength and Self-Belief
On this week's podcast, we sit down with Khadijah Safari, a remarkable figure who shares her journey of self-discovery, spirituality, and the founding of the UK’s first women's only martial arts club. Khadijah delves into her transition to Islam, shedding light on the power of in ... Show More
30m 26s
Sep 2024
The DISTURBING Pitfalls of Muslim Girls in the West | Raz Aziz
<p>Young Muslims in the West face a vast array of challenges in coming back to Islam or maintaining their Muslim identity. We interviewed Raz Aziz, a young Muslim leader, social media influencer and student of knowledge who has experienced such a transformation in her Deen, and e ... Show More
35m 17s