Hamza Tzortzis | Understanding trauma, destructive doubts & failing Gaza | BB #162

In this episode of the Blood Brothers Podcast, Dilly Hussain speaks to journalist, videographer and the newest addition to the 5Pillars team, Haris Tagari. Topics of discussion include: Haris' family background, heritage and upbringing. Studying history at the University of Lancaster and travelling while studying. Making most of youth and avoiding smart phones and social media.  Adventures to Iraq, the Balkans and backlash after visiting Syria. Getting into journalism, joining 5Pillars and acknowledging weaknesses. Containing the ego, avoiding fame and remaining sincere and steadfast. FOLLOW 5PILLARS ON:    Website: https://5pillarsuk.com YouTube: https://youtube.com/@5Pillars Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/5pillarsuk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/5pillarsnews Twitter: https://x.com/5Pillarsuk Telegram: https://t.me/s/news5Pillars TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@5pillarsnews

In this episode of the Blood Brothers Podcast, Dilly Hussain speaks with the prominent Muslim thinker, author and the CEO of Sapience Institute, Hamza Tzortzis. Topics of discussion include: Chris Eubank.Jr vs. Conor Benn: Fatherhood and role models. Understanding trauma and giving it the proper meaning. Trauma, destructive doubts and Lighthouse Mentoring. Gaza, sacrifice and the Ummah's collective failure. Allah-centric pro-Palestine activism and infantilising the Ummah. Muslim organisations, prominent duat and unethical contractual conditions. FOLLOW 5PILLARS ON:    Website: https://5pillarsuk.com YouTube: https://youtube.com/@5Pillars Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/5pillarsuk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/5pillarsnews Twitter: https://x.com/5Pillarsuk Telegram: https://t.me/s/news5Pillars TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@5pillarsnews

In this episode of the Blood Brothers Podcast, Dilly Hussain spoke with the prominent Muslim journalist, commentator and activist, Sami Hamdi from The International Interest. Topics of discussion include: American Muslims vs. British Muslims: Innovation vs Preservation. 18 months into the Gaza genocide - what is Israel's end game? Saudi Arabia, Mohammed bin Salman and normalisation with Israel.  Turkiye, Qatar, Egypt, Jordan, the UAE and the betrayal of Gaza. Ahmed al-Sharaa and Syria's biggest internal and external challenges. Iran and the future and of the 'Axis of Resistance'. Ummatic optimism, striving, and divine justice in the Hereafter. FOLLOW 5PILLARS ON:    Website: https://5pillarsuk.com YouTube: https://youtube.com/@5Pillars Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/5pillarsuk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/5pillarsnews Twitter: https://x.com/5Pillarsuk Telegram: https://t.me/s/news5Pillars TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@5pillarsnews

In this episode of the Blood Brothers Podcast, Dilly Hussain speaks with the barrister who is representing Hamas for de-proscription in the UK, Franck Magennis. Topics of discussion include: How did Hamas' legal instruction come about and why accept it? The 2021 proscription of Hamas in the UK and October 7th, 2023. Robert Jenrick's witch-hunt and targeting of lawyer Fahad Ansari of Riverway Law. The three parts of the application: International law, history and Palestinian dignity. UK anti-terrorism laws and the right to resist occupation under international law. Genocide in Gaza, Israeli war crimes and returning IDF soldiers. FOLLOW 5PILLARS ON:  Website: https://5pillarsuk.com YouTube: https://youtube.com/@5Pillars Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/5pillarsuk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/5pillarsnews Twitter: https://x.com/5Pillarsuk Telegram: https://t.me/s/news5Pillars TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@5pillarsnews

In this episode of the Blood Brothers Podcast, Dilly Hussain speaks with former inmate and Muslim prisoners rights activist, Dwaine Yusuf Patterson. Topics of discussion include: Dwaine's childhood, background, school and teenage years. Getting involved in violent crimes and gangs in south London. From youth offenders' juvenile prison to adult prison before the age of 18. Chopping a kid's thumb off and shooting two men at a car hire showroom. Exposure to Islam and becoming a Muslim in prison. The growth of Islam and Muslim converts in UK prisons. Systematic targeting of Muslim prisoners. FOLLOW 5PILLARS ON:  Website: https://5pillarsuk.com YouTube: https://youtube.com/@5Pillars Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/5pillarsuk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/5pillarsnews Twitter: https://x.com/5Pillarsuk Telegram: https://t.me/s/news5Pillars TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@5pillarsnews  

In this episode of the Blood Brothers Podcast, Dilly Hussain speaks with the prominent scholar, thinker and activist, Shaykh Dr. Haitham al-Haddad. Topics of discussion include: Situation of Muslims in Britain and the future of Islam in the West. Are Muslims in mainstream politics, sports and arts good role models? The rise of the far-right in Britain. How big of a threat is it? The three biggest challenges facing the Ummah: Disunity, modernity and the breakdown of marriages. What lessons have we learnt from the genocide in Gaza? The role of rulers, armies and scholars in the Ummah's awakening. FOLLOW 5PILLARS ON:    Website: https://5pillarsuk.com YouTube: https://youtube.com/@5Pillars Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/5pillarsuk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/5pillarsnews Twitter: https://x.com/5Pillarsuk Telegram: https://t.me/s/news5Pillars TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@5pillarsnews

In this episode of the Blood Brothers Podcast, Dilly Hussain spoke with the prominent social media influencers Chris and Ben, also known as the 'Two British Muslim Gentlemen'. Topics of discussion include: Chris and Ben's friendship and respective journeys to Islam. Is there a clash between Islam and British values? The erosion of traditional institutions in British society: marriage, parenthood and family values. Is Britain a Christian country?, colonialism and Islamophobia. The rise of Reform UK, Tommy Robinson and the far-right. What can Muslims do better to represent Islam in Britain? FOLLOW 5PILLARS ON:    Website: https://5pillarsuk.com YouTube: https://youtube.com/@5Pillars Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/5pillarsuk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/5pillarsnews Twitter: https://x.com/5Pillarsuk Telegram: https://t.me/s/news5Pillars TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@5pillarsnews

In this episode of the Blood Brothers Podcast, Dilly Hussain hosted a live panel discussion with the outreach director of CAGE International, Moazzam Begg, and community activist and former mujahid, Shahid Butt, at the IQ Centre in Birmingham on 25/01/25. Topics of discussion include: Growing up in the Sparkhill area of Birmingham in the 1970s and 1980s. Facing racism in school and "Paki bashing". Forming the 'Lynx' gang and street fights with neo-Nazis and racists. Moving away from gangs, finding Islam and jihad in Bosnia. Muslim gangs and criminals of today. Making sense of identity, belonging and masculinity as Muslims. Advice to parents and faith leaders regarding Muslim youth.       FOLLOW 5PILLARS ON:    Website: https://5pillarsuk.com YouTube: https://youtube.com/@5Pillars Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/5pillarsuk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/5pillarsnews Twitter: https://x.com/5Pillarsuk Telegram: https://t.me/s/news5Pillars TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@5pillarsnews

In this episode of the Blood Brothers Podcast, Dilly Hussain speaks with the the co-founder and editor-in-chief of 5Pillars, Roshan Muhammed Salih. Topics of discussion include: The Arab Spring and the Syrian revolution. Dilly and Roshan's past and current positions on Syria. Dilly's trip to Syria, interviewing Ahmed Alsharaa (al-Julani) and online rumours. HTS, Israel and the future of Syria. Responding to Dan Cohen, Tim Anderson, Craig Murray and Sulaiman Ahmed's slanderous accusations about 5Pillars and Dilly. Roshan's relationship with pro-Axis of Resistance Shia and Press TV. Should 5Pillars cut ties with all anti-imperialist leftists and pro-Axis of Resistance Shia? FOLLOW 5PILLARS ON:  Website: https://5pillarsuk.com YouTube: https://youtube.com/@5Pillars Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/5pillarsuk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/5pillarsnews Twitter: https://x.com/5Pillarsuk Telegram: https://t.me/s/news5Pillars TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@5pillarsnews

In the third and final episode of the Blood Brothers Podcast filmed in Syria, Dilly Hussain speaks with the prominent humanitarian aid worker, activist and influencer, Tauqir ‘Tox’ Sharif. Topics of discussion include: The success of Operation Deterring Aggression. Hopes, aspirations and challenges for the new Syria. Revocation of British citizenship, family and Tox’s future plans. UK charities operating in conflict and natural disaster zones. A holistic approach to aid work beyond primary relief. Muslim masculinity, fear and sacrifice. FOLLOW 5PILLARS ON:    Website: https://5pillarsuk.com YouTube: https://youtube.com/@5Pillars Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/5pillarsuk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/5pillarsnews Twitter: https://x.com/5Pillarsuk Telegram: https://t.me/s/news5Pillars TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@5pillarsnews