This Isn’t About Money. It’s About Power | Imran Savas Unfiltered

Send Money to Bangladesh with Zero Fees!Use promo code “KSR” and get a £20 bonus! (FOR FIRST TIME USERS ONLY)✅ To claim your bonus, download the Taptap Send app using this link:https://taptapsend.onelink.me/Lrab/KSRWhen prompted to “Add promo code,” enter “KSR” and press ‘Enter’.*Taptap Send UK Limited is authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority under the Electronic Money Regulations 2011, Firm Reference Number 900842, for the issuing of electronic money.00:00 – Intro03:04 – Building Heathrow’s social media presence04:52 – The trap of the 9–5 grind07:59 – Islam as the real self-development framework13:05 – Becoming “The Airport Guy”18:19 – Invited by Virgin, sitting behind Richard Branson22:03 – “We will not support you” — and he quits26:04 – They celebrated someone else for the same thing33:08 – Why job titles mean nothing40:19 – How airport bag checks actually work46:22 – His mission: solving the aviation skills crisis57:24 – “You make a lot of senior people nervous”1:02:30 – What he does when motivation disappears1:14:59 – Mo’s advice for public speaking nerves1:26:07 – Final thoughts and advice for young MuslimsMuhammad Taher was on the rise at Heathrow — until they told him “we won’t support you.” So he quit overnight.In this episode, Muhammad Taher (aka Mo T, The Airport Guy) shares how he walked away from his 9–5 at the peak of his career, why he said yes to the UK Government and no to corporate limits, and how he’s now using storytelling and da’wah to reshape the aviation space for the next generation.#podcast #london #ukpodcast #business #entrepreneur 🔗 Useful Links: https://bit.ly/41ntoEO💻 Website: https://kazirahman.co.uk/Follow KSR ⬇️🔘 LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3v7wq3K🔘 Instagram: https://bit.ly/46Wf4Ed🔘 TikTok: https://bit.ly/4aqeQIr🔘 Twitter: https://bit.ly/3tiC7eQ🔘 Facebook: https://bit.ly/41lFePLd

Send Money to Bangladesh with Zero Fees!Use promo code “KSR” and get a £20 bonus! (FOR FIRST TIME USERS ONLY)✅ To claim your bonus, download the Taptap Send app using this link:https://taptapsend.onelink.me/Lrab/KSRWhen prompted to “Add promo code,” enter “KSR” and press ‘Enter’.*Taptap Send UK Limited is authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority under the Electronic Money Regulations 2011, Firm Reference Number 900842, for the issuing of electronic money.In today’s episode, Ehsaan Tahmid shares the story of when he lost everything — and how his mum’s dua changed his life. We talk about family expectations, helping your parents when you’re struggling yourself, and the unexpected blessings that come when you give with a sincere heart.It’s raw. It’s emotional. And it’s a reminder that real success isn’t always visible — it’s who you are when no one’s watching. If you’ve ever felt pressure to provide, struggled with guilt, or just wanted to do right by your parents… this one’s for you.#podcast #london #ukpodcast #business #entrepreneur 🔗 Useful Links: https://bit.ly/41ntoEO💻 Website: https://kazirahman.co.uk/Follow KSR ⬇️🔘 LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3v7wq3K🔘 Instagram: https://bit.ly/46Wf4Ed🔘 TikTok: https://bit.ly/4aqeQIr🔘 Twitter: https://bit.ly/3tiC7eQ🔘 Facebook: https://bit.ly/41lFePLd

Send Money to Bangladesh with Zero Fees!Use promo code “KSR” and get a £20 bonus! (FOR FIRST TIME USERS ONLY)✅ To claim your bonus, download the Taptap Send app using this link:https://taptapsend.onelink.me/Lrab/KSRWhen prompted to “Add promo code,” enter “KSR” and press ‘Enter’.*Taptap Send UK Limited is authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority under the Electronic Money Regulations 2011, Firm Reference Number 900842, for the issuing of electronic money.00:00 Intro01:00 Who is Adam Batti and how he became one of the UK’s youngest Muslim pilots04:30 What first inspired him to fly and his early trial flights11:00 The 3 main paths to becoming a pilot: Military, Modular, Integrated20:00 Why he chose the integrated route and how it works27:00 What airlines really look for when hiring pilots32:00 The role of family support, sacrifice, and motivation36:00 What training taught him about confidence, failure, and growth42:00 Life as a commercial pilot: schedule, safety, and misconceptions49:00 Using AI and mentors to study difficult aviation subjects54:00 The role of Islam in his journey: praying, fasting, and purpose1:01:00 Leadership lessons from aviation and the Prophet ﷺ1:06:00 Final reflections, advice for aspiring pilots, and how to start the journeyIn this episode, we’re joined by Adam Batti, one of the UK’s youngest Muslim airline pilots. He opens up about his journey from a quiet childhood dream to sitting in the cockpit, the struggles his family faced, and how his mother’s sacrifices pushed him to never give up. We also talk about leadership, discipline, and what flying teaches you about life, responsibility, and faith.#podcast #london #ukpodcast #business #entrepreneur 🔗 Useful Links: https://bit.ly/41ntoEO💻 Website: https://kazirahman.co.uk/Follow KSR ⬇️🔘 LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3v7wq3K🔘 Instagram: https://bit.ly/46Wf4Ed🔘 TikTok: https://bit.ly/4aqeQIr🔘 Twitter: https://bit.ly/3tiC7eQ🔘 Facebook: https://bit.ly/41lFePLd

Send Money to Bangladesh with Zero Fees!Use promo code “KSR” and get a £20 bonus! (FOR FIRST TIME USERS ONLY)✅ To claim your bonus, download the Taptap Send app using this link:https://taptapsend.onelink.me/Lrab/KSRWhen prompted to “Add promo code,” enter “KSR” and press ‘Enter’.*Taptap Send UK Limited is authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority under the Electronic Money Regulations 2011, Firm Reference Number 900842, for the issuing of electronic money.00:00 Intro01:00 Who is Asim Khan and how his da’wah journey started06:40 How social media distorts attention and intention13:50 The identity crisis facing young Muslims in the West18:00 Why most Muslims don’t understand the Quran24:00 How the Quran was preserved after the Prophet ﷺ30:00 Why Seerah books don’t connect with today’s generation38:00 The Prophet ﷺ as the most powerful and emotional story44:00 What business books say about the Prophet’s persistence47:00 Social media and the death of patience51:00 The Prophet’s seclusion and what we’ve forgotten56:00 The difference between happiness and contentment59:00 A powerful story of a Sikh brother accepting Islam1:02:00 What makes non-Muslims love the Muslim brotherhood1:07:00 How to do da’wah without being a scholar1:12:00 Final reflections and daily ways to live your IslamIn this episode, we sit down with Ustadh Asim Khan for a real, down-to-earth conversation about purpose, identity, and what it’s like trying to hold on to your faith in a world full of distractions. He opens up about how he went from managing a pharmacy to writing Islamic books, why he resisted social media for so long, and what finally made him change his mind.We also talked about the struggle so many of us have with connecting to the Qur’an , not just reading it, but actually understanding what it means and letting it change us. This isn’t a lecture. It’s just a reminder. A quiet one. About what matters, why we drift, and how we can come back.#podcast #london #ukpodcast #business #entrepreneur 🔗 Useful Links: https://bit.ly/41ntoEO💻 Website: https://kazirahman.co.uk/Follow KSR ⬇️🔘 LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3v7wq3K🔘 Instagram: https://bit.ly/46Wf4Ed🔘 TikTok: https://bit.ly/4aqeQIr🔘 Twitter: https://bit.ly/3tiC7eQ🔘 Facebook: https://bit.ly/41lFePLd

Send Money to Bangladesh with Zero Fees!Use promo code “KSR” and get a £20 bonus! (FOR FIRST TIME USERS ONLY)✅ To claim your bonus, download the Taptap Send app using this link:https://taptapsend.onelink.me/Lrab/KSRWhen prompted to “Add promo code,” enter “KSR” and press ‘Enter’.*Taptap Send UK Limited is authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority under the Electronic Money Regulations 2011, Firm Reference Number 900842, for the issuing of electronic money.00:00 – Intro 01:48 – Moving to Dubai and starting fresh 04:05 – Life in the UK vs the Middle East 06:41 – Speaking up without being political 10:38 – What protests really achieve 13:58 – Lessons from the Prophet’s economic strategy 17:08 – Why Muslims need influence and infrastructure 20:15 – Who deserves da'wah the most? 25:17 – Building something that outlives you 30:35 – Learning leadership from mentors and books 34:55 – Following the Prophet and the Sahabah 40:12 – Common mistakes in da'wah and online debates 44:42 – What’s missing in the Ummah today 49:25 – The problem with surface-level activism 54:40 – Inside the mindset of real influence 59:33 – The supercar road trip and why it works 1:04:50 – Using media and brand to create change 1:08:15 – What he’s building in 2025 and beyond 1:12:31 – The power of environment and brotherhood 1:17:19 – Final thoughts on growth, sincerity, and legacy In this week’s episode, we’re joined by Imran Ibn Mansur for an honest and reflective conversation about the struggles many Muslims face today, both online and offline. We spoke about the pressure to appear successful, the culture of chasing clout, and how that affects our intentions and our work.Imran also shares his personal experiences with building dawah projects, the lessons he learned when they collapsed, and why he believes structure, sincerity, and long-term thinking are essential for real impact. It’s a conversation about growth, mistakes, and the quiet work that often matters most, away from the spotlight.#podcast #london #ukpodcast #business #entrepreneur 🔗 Useful Links: https://bit.ly/41ntoEO💻 Website: https://kazirahman.co.uk/Follow KSR ⬇️🔘 LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3v7wq3K🔘 Instagram: https://bit.ly/46Wf4Ed🔘 TikTok: https://bit.ly/4aqeQIr🔘 Twitter: https://bit.ly/3tiC7eQ🔘 Facebook: https://bit.ly/41lFePLd

Send Money to Bangladesh with Zero Fees!Use promo code “KSR” and get a £20 bonus! (FOR FIRST TIME USERS ONLY)✅ To claim your bonus, download the Taptap Send app using this link:https://taptapsend.onelink.me/Lrab/KSRWhen prompted to “Add promo code,” enter “KSR” and press ‘Enter’.*Taptap Send UK Limited is authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority under the Electronic Money Regulations 2011, Firm Reference Number 900842, for the issuing of electronic money.00:00 – When your own community sees you as an outsider02:14 – Growing up between Bangladesh and the UK05:50 – First impressions of Britain in the 1970s08:04 – Childhood challenges with racism and identity10:39 – Becoming an engineer to power communities16:41 – The unexpected path to diplomacy23:47 – The assassination attempt in Sylhet28:08 – Reflections on surviving a terror attack31:57 – Forgiveness, extremism, and community healing36:15 – Why many British-born youth still feel like outsiders46:36 – What makes Britain worth fighting for58:15 – How to become a diplomat (and why communication matters)In this Side-by-Side episode, Anwar Choudhury shares his journey from growing up in the UK to becoming one of the highest-ranking Muslim diplomats in British history. He opens up about surviving a near-fatal grenade attack in Bangladesh, navigating identity and public service, and how his faith has shaped his work and worldview. With honesty and warmth, Anwar reflects on the complexities of representing Britain abroad while staying rooted in who he is, offering a glimpse into the human side of diplomacy, resilience, and leadership.#podcast #london #ukpodcast #business #entrepreneur 🔗 Useful Links: https://bit.ly/41ntoEO💻 Website: https://kazirahman.co.uk/Follow KSR ⬇️🔘 LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3v7wq3K🔘 Instagram: https://bit.ly/46Wf4Ed🔘 TikTok: https://bit.ly/4aqeQIr🔘 Twitter: https://bit.ly/3tiC7eQ🔘 Facebook: https://bit.ly/41lFePLd

Send Money to Bangladesh with Zero Fees!Use promo code “KSR” and get a £20 bonus! (FOR FIRST TIME USERS ONLY)✅ To claim your bonus, download the Taptap Send app using this link:https://taptapsend.onelink.me/Lrab/KSRWhen prompted to “Add promo code,” enter “KSR” and press ‘Enter’.*Taptap Send UK Limited is authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority under the Electronic Money Regulations 2011, Firm Reference Number 900842, for the issuing of electronic money.10:05 – Liquidation of FNAS and trusting Allah’s plan19:31 – From accountant to entrepreneur: the Tape UK journey30:21 – Using social media to speak the truth41:45 – Why now is the time to start your business49:52 – Islam didn’t grow through poverty—wealth is a tool for good57:59 – Muslims need power, not just protestIn this episode of the Side by Side Podcast, we sit down with Imran Savas who shares his journey from a working-class upbringing in North London to building Tape UK: A purpose-driven business that puts values before profit. He opens up about the lessons he’s learned about risk, sincerity, and self-development, and why Muslims must rise in business, power, and visibility. From confronting politicians about Palestine to rejecting funding to preserve his mission, Imran's story is raw, inspiring, and unapologetically real. This is a must-watch for anyone who believes business should be rooted in purpose and impact.#podcast #london #ukpodcast #business #entrepreneur 🔗 Useful Links: https://bit.ly/41ntoEO💻 Website: https://kazirahman.co.uk/Follow KSR ⬇️🔘 LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3v7wq3K🔘 Instagram: https://bit.ly/46Wf4Ed🔘 TikTok: https://bit.ly/4aqeQIr🔘 Twitter: https://bit.ly/3tiC7eQ🔘 Facebook: https://bit.ly/41lFePLd

00.00 A hard truth: Muslims need to wake up02.16 Meeting Atik Rahman and the story behind Unspoken04.39 Saving lives and saving your own soul06.13 Wasting time is the biggest loss10.16 Real stories: Changing lives with small acts13.55 Dark times: From university life to finding Allah20.55 The toy drop that united a whole country24.54 What most people get wrong about homelessness29.17 Racism inside our own communities33.10 Palestine, duas, and Muslim responsibility38.15 Are we doing enough dawah in the West?45.23 How small acts of kindness change lives50.03 Why kindness is the new strength55.57 The dunya trap: Chasing what won’t last1.00.53 Being kind is the new gangster1.05.09 Working with non-Muslims for real change1.09.19 Final reflections: Gratitude, purpose, and making a difference

Send Money to Bangladesh with Zero Fees!Use promo code “KSR” and get a £20 bonus! (FOR FIRST TIME USERS ONLY)✅ To claim your bonus, download the Taptap Send app using this link:https://taptapsend.onelink.me/Lrab/KSRWhen prompted to “Add promo code,” enter “KSR” and press ‘Enter’.*Taptap Send UK Limited is authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority under the Electronic Money Regulations 2011, Firm Reference Number 900842, for the issuing of electronic money.00:00 Intro00:30 Filming inside Masjid Al-Haram: How they got access05:25 Becoming an Islamic film producer07:20 What makes Islamic films unique11:30 Technical process for cinema films13:00 Idea behind “One Day in the Haram”16:50 Gaining permission & unprecedented access20:00 Funding the film: £100k donation story23:00 Global success: Reaching over 100 million viewers28:00 Early career & “Model Mosque” success34:50 Personal struggles: Recession, divorce & moving to Saudi39:00 Lessons learned & spiritual growth46:00 Marriage advice & family life55:20 Challenges in the Islamic film industry1:04:00 Muslims controlling their media narrative1:10:00 Future Islamic film projects1:13:20 Message to Muslim entrepreneurs1:15:00 Upcoming Screenings & ProjectsIn this episode of the Side by Side Podcast, we sit down with award-winning filmmaker Abrar Hussain.From producing powerful Islamic documentaries like ‘One Day in the Haram’ and ‘The Sacred Journey’ to capturing stories that uplift and inspire the global Muslim Ummah — Abrar shares his journey behind the camera and the impact he hopes to leave behind.We dive into the world of storytelling, the challenges of representing Islam through media, and the responsibility of Muslim creatives today. Whether you're a filmmaker, content creator, or someone passionate about the power of narrative — this conversation is packed with insight and inspiration.#podcast #london #ukpodcast #business #entrepreneur 🔗 Useful Links: https://bit.ly/41ntoEO💻 Website: https://kazirahman.co.uk/Follow KSR ⬇️🔘 LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3v7wq3K🔘 Instagram: https://bit.ly/46Wf4Ed🔘 TikTok: https://bit.ly/4aqeQIr🔘 Twitter: https://bit.ly/3tiC7eQ🔘 Facebook: https://bit.ly/41lFePLd

Send Money to Bangladesh with Zero Fees!Use promo code “KSR” and get a £20 bonus! (FOR FIRST TIME USERS ONLY)✅ To claim your bonus, download the Taptap Send app using this link:https://taptapsend.onelink.me/Lrab/KSRWhen prompted to “Add promo code,” enter “KSR” and press ‘Enter’.*Taptap Send UK Limited is authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority under the Electronic Money Regulations 2011, Firm Reference Number 900842, for the issuing of electronic money.00:00 - Intro02:07 - Early Life & Growing Up in East London05:55 - Gang Culture & Transition to Business10:34 - Car Rental Business: The Beginnings & Growth20:57 - Dealing with Crashes, Fraud & Police Pressure26:08 - Scaling the Business: Luxury Cars & Big Money32:47 - Legal Battles, Business Collapse & Reinventing Strategy38:24 - Life Beyond Car Rentals: Horses, Business, & New Ventures45:32 - Investing in Bangladesh: Fish Farming & Agriculture55:44 - Building in Bangladesh & Navigating Local Culture1:07:13 - Business Opportunities in Bangladesh1:16:29 - Reflection & Future Plans1:29:31 - OutroIn this episode of Side by Side, we sit down with Mr. Scud, a man who has never spoken publicly before. From building a luxury car rental empire to facing police raids, losing £80K in a single month, and ultimately questioning his future in the UK, this is his untold story. Scud opens up about his business journey, legal battles, and why he’s now turning his focus towards life in Bangladesh. #podcast #london #ukpodcast #business #entrepreneur 🔗 Useful Links: https://bit.ly/41ntoEO💻 Website: https://kazirahman.co.uk/Follow KSR ⬇️🔘 LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3v7wq3K🔘 Instagram: https://bit.ly/46Wf4Ed🔘 TikTok: https://bit.ly/4aqeQIr🔘 Twitter: https://bit.ly/3tiC7eQ🔘 Facebook: https://bit.ly/41lFePLd