The Greed For Ilm Podcast

I’m extremely honored to have Dr Mohamed Ghilan back on the podcast. We start by talking about his recent endeavor into podcasting and lessons he’s learned so far. I have always advocated that more Muslims should start a podcast and to see someone like Dr Ghilan start a podcast really makes me happy. Please subscribe... The post EP 184 – Dr Mohamed Ghilan appeared first on Greed for Ilm.

I am joined by brother Hanif J. Williams. Hanif is a humanitarian, motivator, listener, friend, and hosts a award-winning radio podcast called, “The Hanif J. Williams Show.” Brother Hanif’s passion is in helping not only people in the US but also around the world. He acts as the loving uncle that doesn’t judge but listens.... The post EP 183 – Hanif J. Williams appeared first on Greed for Ilm.

Jameel Syed, aka The Muaddhin, is back on the podcast to give us a quick update on his hectic schedule. He was on the podcast last year when he talked about his “50 Mosques in 35 Days” journey across the United States. Brother Syed started his historic journey on Friday, April 3rd, 2015 and trekked all... The post EP 182 – Jameel Syed, aka The Muaddhin appeared first on Greed for Ilm.

Dr Fowzia Siddiqui joins me this episode to talk about her younger sister Aafia Siddiqui. As a child Aafia was extremely intelligent, meticulous, had a photographic memory, and had a love for dolls and balloons. In fact, whenever a balloon popped Aafia would cry. Her love for dolls was channeled into her love for children. She later went on to get... The post EP 181 – Aafia Siddiqui appeared first on Greed for Ilm.

Recently, my cousin and his wife took their daughters to a “meet the author” event where they met Children’s Author, and American Muslim, Hena Khan, author of Golden Domes and Silver Lanterns. After the event they contacted me and asked if I could reach out and invite sister Hena on the podcast. So I did... The post EP 180 – Hena Khan appeared first on Greed for Ilm.

Brother Ali is an American hip hop artist, community activist and member of Rhymesayers Entertainment. I am humbled to have him on the podcast today. Not only is it my third anniversary of starting this podcast but more importantly Brother Ali accepted Islam twenty three years ago this day. We talk a wide range of topics over... The post EP 179 – Brother Ali appeared first on Greed for Ilm.

I started this podcast back on Valentines Day of 2013 (yes, it’s been 3 years since I started this podcast!). I called the very first podcast episode, “Stupid Valentines Day.” I did not name it that because I think Valentine’s Day is stupid. I named it that because I think the marketing machine behind the... The post EP 178 – Stupid Valentines Day, Part 3 appeared first on Greed for Ilm.

This episode Dr Paul Craig Roberts, of the Institute Political Economy, joins me to talk about a wide range of political topics. First, we discuss the 2016 candidates and whether any of them are viable in bringing much needed solutions. We also discuss who is behind the “establishment” and what can be done to bring... The post EP 177 – Dr Paul Craig Roberts appeared first on Greed for Ilm.

This episode I have Dr Mohamed Ghilan on the podcast. We talk about his background, the crazy curvy road his life took growing up and how he eventually got on track to receiving his PhD in neuroscience. Dr Ghilan’s knowledge expands beyond neuroscience. He is versed in various aspects of the Islamic sciences relating to Theology and... The post EP 176 – Dr Mohamed Ghilan appeared first on Greed for Ilm.

This episode Dr Shadee Elmasry joins me. Over the span of an hour and a half we discuss a wide range of topics that are mainly religious in nature and quite controversial such as, whether Muslims are the only ones that go to heaven. Among other topics, Dr. Elmasry shares his views on the newly... The post EP 175 – Dr Shadee Elmasry appeared first on Greed for Ilm.

Over the past 3 years, I have received numerous emails from listeners. This episode I read a handful of emails sent in by listeners of this podcast and discuss them. I keep all senders, and their location, anonymous so don’t worry. If you would like me to read your email in the next episode of... The post EP 174 – Listener Emails, Part 1 appeared first on Greed for Ilm.

I am joined by Health Coach Noor H. Salem this episode. She was kind enough to send me a copy of her book, “Sunnah Superfoods” which provides ingredients and recipes that are wholesome, natural and holistic. We discuss her background, how she got interested in nutrition, what being “healthy” means to her as well as benefits... The post EP 173 – Health Coach Noor H. Salem appeared first on Greed for Ilm.

I am joined this episode by Imam Suhaib Webb. We talk about his move from Boston to DC, current projects he has going on such as Center DC and City Sundays and the methodology of seeking Islamic knowledge. About Suhaib Webb Suhaib Webb is an American Muslim Scholar based out of Washington DC. He is... The post EP 172 – Imam Suhaib Webb, Part 1 appeared first on Greed for Ilm.

I am joined this episode by Yemeni Information Analyst Hisham Al-Omeisy. We talk about the Yemen Crisis. I was referred to Hisham by a past guest of the podcast, Jamila Hanan (episode 15 and 50). My knowledge of the Yemen crisis doesn’t go beyond what I see on mainstream media. In other words, I don’t know... The post EP 171 – Hisham Al-Omeisy on the Yemen Crisis appeared first on Greed for Ilm.

Jameel Syed, aka The Muaddhin, joins me this episode to talk about his plans for 2016. He was on the podcast last year when he talked about his “50 Mosques in 35 Days” journey across the United States. Brother Syed started his historic journey on Friday, April 3rd, 2015 and trekked all 50 States in... The post EP 170 – Jameel Syed, aka the Muaddhin appeared first on Greed for Ilm.

Jennifer Williams, Deputy Foreign Editor at VOX.com, joins me this episode. We start the podcast by talking about the recent “militia” take over of a government wildlife refuge in Oregon and the similarities between ISIS and extremist right-wing Christian fundamentalist. Jennifer blogged about the militia standoff on Vox after seeing no mainstream media outlet reporting... The post EP 169 – Jennifer Williams appeared first on Greed for Ilm.

This episode I talk about an equivalently violent threat we face here in the US that is similarly dangerous as ISIS is. White ISIS. There is a similar mentality when it comes to “fundamentalist-extremists” regardless of religious, race or cultural differences. Links & Questions In This Episode Trevor Noah: Trump is “White ISIS” Trump: Ban... The post EP 168 – White ISIS appeared first on Greed for Ilm.

Roughly 10 years ago I came across a video of a man who was sitting on the edge of a plane couple thousand feet in the sky. He had some type of metal wing pack on his back and then to my surprise he jumped out of the plane. After a couple seconds of, what... The post EP 167 – Yves Rossy, aka Jetman appeared first on Greed for Ilm.

Registered dietitian nutritionist Nour Zibdeh joins me this episode to talk about her background and all things related to nutrition and diet. The amount of sugar, salt and fat we eat on a daily basis is most likely causing our every day ailments like fatigue and migraines. Like the saying goes, “we are what we eat.”... The post EP 166 – Nutritionist Nour Zibdeh appeared first on Greed for Ilm.

Afghan American Filmmaker Ali Baluch joins me this episode to talk about his background and how he fell in love with filmmaking. Links Mentioned In This Episode @baluchx (Twitter) Youtube Instagram You can listen to more episodes here. The post EP 165 – Filmmaker Ali Baluch appeared first on Greed for Ilm.