Latest Islamophobia Podcast Episodes
Solidarity: Reckoning with Sustainability
Solidarity Is This - March 19, 2024 21:40 - 44 minutes ★★★★★ - 39 ratingsIn this episode, co-host Adaku Utah and guest M Adams reflect on BMP's latest report: Reckoning with Sustainability, which explores how more than 50 Black movement leaders and their organizations understood the brief moment of “racial reckoning” in 2020..
Changemaking With Muslim Counterpublics Lab & Community with “Hudson, America” Documentary
American Muslim Project - February 29, 2024 14:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 45 ratingsAsad discusses the recent act of protest by Aaron Bushnell. Later filmmaker Geoffery Hug and documentary subject Jahed Miah discuss “Hudson, America” (2022), and Dr. Maha Hilal discusses The Muslim Counterpublics Lab. Learn more about “Hudson, America” here: https://hudsonamerica.org/ Learn more...
Muslim Filmmakers on Sundance
American Muslim Project - February 22, 2024 14:00 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 45 ratingsAsad interviews two filmmakers from the Islamic Scholarship Fund’s cohort attending the Sundance Film Festival. Learn more about Samia Khan’s work here: https://railbedproductions.com/about Connect with Akram Shibly on X here: https://twitter.com/akramshibly?lang=en Produced by Rifelion Media. ...
The Audacity of Gen Z, Muslims on Screen, and Neebz Cancelled
American Muslim Project - February 15, 2024 11:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 45 ratingsIsrael launches attacks on Rafah, the last “safe zone” in Gaza. The stabbing of a Palestinian-American in Austin meets the definition of a hate crime according to the police. The Wall Street Journal and The New York Times post some questionable (Islamophobic) opinion pieces. And Selma Blair posts...
Grassroots Campaigning with Qasim Rashid & Searching for Muslim Representation at the Emmys
American Muslim Project - February 08, 2024 11:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 45 ratingsQasim Rashid discusses his congressional campaign, representation to reflect reality, and his fundraising without corporate donations. Dr. Uzma Jafri and co-founder Zaiba Hasan talk about their organization, the HAWA Collective, and their mission to help prevent podfade in women independent podca...
Insights on ICJ Gaza Ruling, Michigan Muslims Reject Biden & Ramadan Celebrations With M.O. Yuksel
American Muslim Project - February 01, 2024 11:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 45 ratingsThe news today: International Court of Justice orders Israel to prevent genocide, Michigan Muslims cancel on Biden, while Canadian Muslims and Arabs push back on PM Trudeau and the Canadian government’s response to the ICJ ruling. Muslim foster homes are needed in Michigan while a Canadian woman’...
Threats against Muslims on Social Media, Real World Hate Speech by Obama Official & Free Speech on Campus with Eman Abdelhadi
American Muslim Project - January 25, 2024 11:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 45 ratingsThe news today: Jews, Muslims and Arabs face threats of violence over social media, pro-Palestinian protesters attacked, Palestinian-American shooting survivors speak up, ex-Obama official gets out of hate crime charges, Florida Marriott cancels Muslim conference, UChicago faculty members form ch...
Solidarity: Healing across generations at the intersections of memory, care, and justice
Solidarity Is This - January 23, 2024 15:57 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 39 ratingsIn this episode, Cara Page of Changing Frequencies discusses with host Adaku Utah how we reclaim ancestral wisdom for collective liberation and shape futures that center collective care and safety and build power.
Presidential Hopeful Speaks Up for Gaza, Candidate Faces Islamophobia, and Mosquers Opening Credits
American Muslim Project - January 18, 2024 11:00 - 41 minutes ★★★★★ - 45 ratingsSiblings Asad and Nadia Butt delve into a range of topics from global protests in support of Palestine and Cornel West's Martin Luther King Jr. Day solidarity speech, Trump’s big election polling updates, bias faced by presidential hopeful Vivek Ramaswamy, and controversial actions by a Texas GOP...
Ceasefire Protests Disrupt Biden; Ramy Youssef at Golden Globes; Combating Workplace, School Islamophobia, Antisemitism
American Muslim Project - January 11, 2024 11:00 - 52 minutes ★★★★★ - 45 ratingsIn this new season kick-off of the American Muslim Project, host Asad Butt and his guest/sister Nadia Butt discuss important issues facing the American Muslim community today. Asad and Nadia dig deep into critical topics such as the impact of the war on Gaza on American Muslims, political inclina...
Journalist Johana Bhuiyan with FannBoy Friday
American Muslim Project - December 08, 2023 11:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 45 ratingsAsad introduces a new website, Fann, a hub for celebrating Muslim creativity across various fields such as TV, film, books, music, and more. He also introduces a new podcast series in collaboration with the website called FannBoy Friday. Today's episode brings an interview from FannBoy Friday in ...
Winning Muslim Screenplay Writers
American Muslim Project - December 01, 2023 11:00 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 45 ratingsAsad explores the journies of three Muslim screenplay writers Sarwat Siddiqui, Faroukh Virani, and Halimah Iman as they shed light on creating authentic Muslim narratives, their processes, experiences, and the importance of Muslim representation in media. Highlighting the interplay between person...
Solidarity Narratives in Crises: A Practice Guide
Solidarity Is This - November 29, 2023 17:51 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 39 ratingsDeepa Iyer and Shanelle Matthews discuss how organizations can shape solidarity narratives in a time of crisis.
Navigating Identity and Comedy in the Palestinian Diaspora with Rami Abushhab
American Muslim Project - November 17, 2023 11:00 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 45 ratingsRami Abushhab discusses his winning script, "Shawarma Inn," which revolves around a family restaurant losing its halal license. The idea sparked when Rami witnessed a humorous incident at a shawarma restaurant. Rami shares his journey from starting in theater to transitioning into stand-up comedy...
Invisible Hate: A Family Killed in a Truck Attack
American Muslim Project - November 10, 2023 11:00 - 40 minutes ★★★★★ - 45 ratingsIn this special episode we share a story from Invisible Hate. Hosts Asad Butt and Saadia Khan explore one of the most egregious acts of Islamophobia and murder to occur in North America in recent years and shed light on the tragic impact of the rise in hate crimes on minority communities and the ...
Empowering South Asian Voices in Film with Rohi Mirza Pandya
American Muslim Project - November 03, 2023 10:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 45 ratingsRohi Mirza Pandya, an experienced professional with an impressive career in film and media. Rohi discusses her work with Box Office Guru Media, where she has helped over 500 movie and film campaigns, primarily focusing on South Asian films and their promotion in North America. She highlights the ...
Navigating the Estate Market With Saad Munir
American Muslim Project - October 27, 2023 10:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 45 ratingsSaad Munir, a real estate expert, discusses the challenges and advice for those looking to buy a house in the current market. He emphasizes the importance of staying active and using real estate apps regularly due to low inventory. Saad also advises potential buyers to keep a long-term perspectiv...
Solidarity: Mothers of Gynecology transform our history and future
Solidarity Is This - October 22, 2023 22:38 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 39 ratingsIn this episode, Michelle Browder from the More Up Campus speaks with host Adaku Utah about how reclaiming the history of gynecology can transform our conditions and teach us how to center empathy and dignity.
Centering Desi and Muslim Joy with Kashif Pasta
American Muslim Project - October 20, 2023 10:00 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 45 ratingsKashif Pasta, a Canadian Muslim filmmaker and storyteller, discusses his focus on telling stories of joy, wonder, and social purpose in his filmmaking. Kashif shares his upbringing in a diverse Canadian city, where cultural confidence and representation were prevalent, and how that has influenced...
A Focus on Palestinians with Dr. Maha Nassar - Remastered
American Muslim Project - October 13, 2023 10:00 - 42 minutes ★★★★★ - 45 ratingsToday we revisit an episode from Season 1 with Dr. Maha Nassar. Dr. Maha Nassar, a Palestinian-American professor and expert on Arab cultural and intellectual history, shares her insights on Palestinians. Naturally, we ask her to address the horrific situation in Israel and the Gaza Strip over th...
Iman Zawahary, Creating Social Change Through Film
American Muslim Project - October 06, 2023 10:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 45 ratingsFilmmaker Iman Zawahary discusses her journey as one of the first hijabi American Muslim directors. She highlights the challenges of securing funding, especially as a Muslim woman, and the importance of audience awards over critic accolades. Iman shares her experiences growing up in a small Flori...
Decolonizing Minds through Filmmaking with Mahnoor Euceph
American Muslim Project - September 29, 2023 10:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 45 ratingsMahnoor Euceph discusses her new short film "Eid Mubarak," which centers around a Pakistani girl's mission to save her pet goat from being sacrificed during Eid. Mahnoor shares insights into the chaotic yet rewarding process of filming with kids and animals. She emphasizes the importance of casti...
Solidarity: Truth Telling From The Banks of the Ohio River
Solidarity Is This - September 26, 2023 23:03 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 39 ratingsIn this episode, Hannah Drake and Josh Miller from the (Un)Known Project speak with host Deepa Iyer about how sharing the names of stories of enslaved Black men, women and children in Kentucky transforms our understanding of history.
Challenging Stereotypes Through Comedy with Aizzah Fatima
American Muslim Project - September 22, 2023 10:00 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 45 ratingsFilmmaker and comedian Aizzah Fatima discusses her film "Americanish," which revolves around the lives of Pakistani Muslim female characters in Queens, New York, as they navigate the challenges of romance, culture, work, and family. Aizzah shares her journey of turning a one-woman play into a fea...
Navigating Identity and Resilience with Shahjahan Khan
American Muslim Project - September 15, 2023 10:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 45 ratingsShahjahan Khan returns as a guest on American Muslim Project and discusses his earlier podcast King of the World, which delved into his life post-9/11. Shahjahan shares how the recording process was a therapeutic journey, leading to reconnections with childhood friends and a deeper understanding ...
Exploring Workplace Inclusion with Nadia Butt
American Muslim Project - September 08, 2023 10:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 45 ratingsNadia Butt, a specialist in diversity, equity, and inclusion in the business world, discusses her doctoral research on the experiences of Muslim professionals in the workplace regarding DE&I efforts. She shares insights from her qualitative study, emphasizing the significance of understanding the...
Solidarity: Reclaiming Our Collective Memory
Solidarity Is This - August 20, 2023 23:34 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 39 ratingsIn this episode, host Adaku Utah is in conversation with Mariame Kaba about transformative spaces and practices to reclaim our interdependence and collective memory.
Solidarity: How Sites of Conscience Can Transform Us
Solidarity Is This - June 26, 2023 20:45 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 39 ratingsThe new season of Solidarity Is This begins with an introduction to the power of sites of conscience. Host Deepa Iyer speaks with Braden Paynter and Ereshnee Naidu at the International Coalition of Sites of Conscience.
Solidarity: Introducing The Next Season
Solidarity Is This - April 27, 2023 03:34 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 39 ratingsDeepa Iyer, Adaku Utah, and UyenThi Tran Myhre of the Building Movement Project/Solidarity Is team introduce the themes addressed in the next season of Solidarity Is This
Solidarity: Funding Movements Differently
Solidarity Is This - November 11, 2022 00:46 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 39 ratingsDeepa is in conversation with Cúagilákv (Jess Housty) and Kim Hardy to uplift lessons from the Right Relations Collaborative, a philanthropic effort that centers the Indigenous Aunties Council.