The Shaded Youth Podcast

Assalamualaikum everyone!    On this episode, we have Wasiq Javed. He is a community organizer, spoken word artist, and political activist based in Texas. We discuss the ongoing case of Imam Jamil al-Amin (formerly known as H. Rap Brown), whose revolutionary story is one that is needed for the current discourse surrounding the rights of communities and individuals in this nation. He is a civil rights leader and humanitarian that was on track to lead his community until he was wrongfully imprisoned for a murder he did not commit in 2002. Wasiq is engaged in efforts to advocate for him and see that his story is heard.  We also discuss the role of social activism for the American ummah and the context of its relevance today.   "Born and raised in Houston, Texas to Pakistani immigrants, Wasiq is passionate about increasing Muslim involvement in public service and civic engagement to add a growing voice to the American civic and political discourse. He has previously organized campaigns, protests, and education events across numerous social issues and founded a youth civic-engagement organization at his high school, Lakes for Lives, and Students for Imam Jamil, a national advocacy campaign to help free a wrongfully imprisoned civil rights leader."   Hope you guys enjoy and benefit from the conversation inshaAllah!

Salam everyone!  On this week's episode we have on Mashhud Hussain, host of the successful Fikrah Podcast! We discuss some of the things one should keep in mind while memorizing Qur'an, restraining your nafs and making sure your intentions are pure, and building that connection with your Creator.   As usual, hope you guys enjoy and benefit!

Salam guys!  On this week's episode, we have fellow podcaster Tanzim Alam from one of Australia's top podcasts Boys in the Cave! I've been a long-time fan of their show for a while now and so this was certainly a really enjoyable episode to record. We discuss different elements of philosophy and creed, the diaspora ummah, and using certain lenses from our tradition to dive deep into our inner realities (the temperaments, etc).   Hope you all enjoy and benefit!

Salam everyone, on this week we’re bringing back one of our favorite guests, Adil!    We speak about his experience living with ADHD, Depression, and get into his two times being admitted into a psych ward. In the beginning, we also get into the importance of art, and especially comedy as a cultural medium.   We do get into some serious discussion about mental health, so for anyone listening that can relate to some of these experiences, please do try to seek professional help or at the very least, speak to someone you can trust. Talking about it is a huge first step and conversations can truly be lifesaving.   InshaAllah in the near future, we will bring on a professional to talk about these topics, so be on the look out!   As usual, hope you guys benefit inshaAllah   T/w: depression

Salam guys! Apologies for the break the past few weeks, but we're back with another episode! This week, we have on Faizan Habibi from Masjid Parking Lot! In their words, "MPL is a group of friends trying to change the world one conversation at a time! It's a way for us to create our own narrative, humanize Muslims, and unapologetically be ourselves. Essentially, it is a podcast for humans by humans."    This was definitely one of the most natural episodes I've done so far, just because of what we were discussing and how amazing the chemistry was between two podcast hosts. We talked about working as a team, tiktok and audiences misconstruing your words, and a whole bunch of ways to successfully run a podcast.   Hope you all enjoy!  ********************************************************************  Keep In Touch With Us!  --    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shadedyouth...  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shadedyouthc...

On this week's episode, we have on Momodou Taal!   Momodou is a self-described "Black Radical," student of the Shari'a, and an aspiring academic. Raised in the UK, he's been passionate about speaking about social injustices and political activism from a young age. After attaining his Bachelor of Laws from University of East Anglia, Momodou set forth to study the traditional Islamic sciences and is currently a student at Al-Azhar mosque and Markaz Imam Malik in Egypt.  This week, we discussed the following: the legacy of Malcolm X and his internationalism, structural racism, the disconnect between scholars and activists, and much more!   ********************************************************************  Keep In Touch With Us!  --    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shadedyouthcast  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shadedyouthcast/

On this week's episode, we discuss the situation going on in Palestine. We go through the nature of these current targeted attacks in Jerusalem and Gaza, the response from the international community, and other aspects of the situation such as: Is Palestine a Muslim issue? Are other movements supporting a #FreePalestine or have they been silent?  Huge thank you to Hebh Jamal for sitting with me and unpacking a lot regarding what's going on right now. InshaAllah we can all benefit and continue in this fight for justice.   Ways to help: https://www.shuranewyork.org/news-updates/solidarity-with-palestine-action-items/  #FreePalestine #SaveSheikhJarrah  ********************************************************************  Keep In Touch With Us!  --    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shadedyouthcast  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shadedyouthcast/

Salam everyone, on this week's episode we decided to do something  a little different. Its just me by myself for this one! Just wanted to try this different format and share a few impromptu reflections on Ramadan so far. InshaAllah we can still all benefit!   Donate to Al-Kauthar Institute: https://www.gofundme.com/f/a-drop-of-...​  ********************************************************************  Keep In Touch With Us!  --    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shadedyouth...​  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shadedyouthc...​

Salam everyone! Kicking off our episodes for this blessed month of Ramadan, we're honored to have on Faisal Latif!  Faisal is a Hafidh of the Qur'an, singer, poet, and filmmaker! In recent years, he's studied Arabic intensively in Egypt and continues to post all sorts of creative content on his Youtube and Instagram.   On this episode, we discussed getting closer to the Qur'an, studying Arabic, and facing internal demons. As usual, hope you all benefit inshaAllah!   Donate to Markaz Imam Malik: https://www.launchgood.com/campaign/markaz_imam_malik_3?src=275897  ********************************************************************  Keep In Touch With Us!  --   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shadedyouthcast   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shadedyouthcast/

On this week's episode of The Shaded Youth, we had on one of UK's finest media presenters, Zak Bendif! He's pursuing his Bachelors degree in Politics and International Relation and is currently one of the main hosts of Freshly Grounded's show "Current Events." We talk about various things like the moment where the Deen became serious to him, figuring out life as a young person, and navigating through career confusion.  InshaAllah we all benefit!  ********************************************************************  Keep In Touch With Us!  --   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shadedyouthcast  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shadedyouthcast/