New Stewards Podcast

In this episode of The New Stewards Podcast, we explore the profound intersection of ecology, spirituality, and stewardship with Shaykh Muhammad Foulds. As the founder of Heart’s See, a visionary organization blending ecological insights with Islamic spirituality, Shaykh Foulds shares his inspiring journey from a professional falconer and wildlife conservationist to an Islamic scholar.

In this episode, we’re joined by Stéphane Pressault, a permaculture farmer, community organizer, and writer from Ottawa, Canada, known as The Sufi Gardener. Stéphane takes us through his journey of founding Zahra Ecological Farm, a community-focused initiative grounded in regenerative agriculture and ecological design. We delve into the concept of the metacrisis, exploring how interconnected global challenges require a spiritual and systemic approach to solutions. Together, we discuss the importance of resilient communities, the spiritual essence of stewardship, and how reconnecting with the land can address these crises. Stéphane also shares thoughtful insights on integrating sustainability with faith and nurturing a culture rooted in virtue and collective well-being.#Permaculture #RegenerativeAgriculture #CommunityBuilding #Sustainability #Metacrisis #Stewardship #FaithAndSustainability #TheSufiGardener #ClimateSolutions #SpiritualityAndNature

Dive deep into the ethical heart of fashion with Tuniq founder, Iman Masmoudi, as we explore the intersection of Islamic business principles and sustainable practices. 🌿🧕 From the pastures where sheep graze to the stylish pieces adorning your wardrobe, join us on a journey that transcends fashion norms. Discover how Tuniq is rewriting the narrative, making ethical choices cool, and weaving a tale of conscious consumerism. Hit play and unravel the threads connecting ethics, style, and the sheep-to-shop philosophy. 🐑✨ #EthicalFashion #IslamicBusiness #SustainableStyle #TuniqTalks

Explore the intersection of hydrology, geothermal energy, and ethical finance with Dr. Gaathier Mahed, a distinguished expert from South Africa. 🌍🔬 Gain insights into his extensive experience in building Awqaf funds, climate change, and the Quranic perspective. 📖🎙️ Join us as he shares his journey, expertise, and the profound lessons from Quran and Sunnah. 🎧 Don't miss this enlightening conversation bridging science, spirituality, and societal impact! #HydrologyExpert #ClimateChange #EthicalFinance #QuranicWisdom #PodcastInterview

Join us in this enlightening episode as we delve into the profound wisdom of Tariq Ramadan, a renowned Islamic scholar, and thinker. In 'Ecology of the Self: A Foundation for a Better Society,' we explore Ramadan's insightful perspective on faith, nature, and our moral responsibilities as stewards of the Earth. Discover how reconnecting with the natural world lies at the core of our faith, and why it's crucial for us to uphold this fundamental principle in today's rapidly changing world. Tariq Ramadan emphasizes the need for Muslims and people of all spiritual backgrounds to align their values with ethical living and environmental justice. This thought-provoking discussion challenges conventional norms and calls for a return to reverence for nature, justice, and harmonious coexistence with the world around us. Ramadan's teachings inspire us to take concrete steps in our daily lives, promoting local and sustainable choices that reflect our commitment to a better world. Don't miss this eye-opening conversation that transcends religious boundaries, offering universal insights into how we can collectively build a more sustainable and ethical society. Tune in now to embark on a journey of self-discovery and transformation, guided by the timeless wisdom of Tariq Ramadan.

dr. Hina Shahid is a General practitioner with a public health background focusing on family medicine for the NHS in the united kingdom. She is also active as a humanitarian doctor delivering primary care to the most vulnerable. Over the past few years, she has been in Greece, Calais, Bangladesh, and Palestine. She is also active as a clinical tutor at the imperial college in London. On top of that Hina has been the chair of the Muslim doctors association since 2016.

Today my guest is Rianne Ten Veen. Rianne is a consultant, trainer, and dialogue facilitator. She is active within the Islamic Foundation for Ecology & Environment Sciences (IFEES). a UK based charity dedicated to the maintenance of the Earth as a healthy habitat for all living beings. Rianne has been active in the field of faith and sustainability for over 2 decades, working at international organizations like Islamic Relief. the Islamic reporting initiative and Green Faith. She also taught courses on sustainability and ethics at the open university. As a pinnacle of her work on Islam and ecology. wrote the book 199 Ways to please God, outlining different ways Muslims can work on sustainability. In her view sustainability is about justice and paying attention to all aspects of creation.

James H. Fagmous is A former CTO, and current machine learning and AI expert. He thought AI and machine learning at the universities of Stanford, and MIT and currently teaches at the university of southern California. For the past three years, He has been working as a spiritual success coach helping Muslims to be unapologetically Muslim and unconditionally successful in life, business, and love. James applied his AI knowledge during his career on different climate and health-related projects. Today we discuss how James started irking on climate change and what he teaches Muslims about success.

Spiritual values for more than 80% of the people living on earth have been driving individual behaviors. In many countries, spiritual beliefs and religions are the main drivers for cultural values, social inclusion, political engagement, and economic prosperity. That is the motivation behind the Faith for earth initiative that dr. Iyad AbuMoghli founded in 2017.  In our conversation, we discuss the different powers faith-based organizations have and why it is important to engage each other. We also discuss the Al-Mizan covenant that is scheduled to release later this year, God Willing. 

 Ursula Fatima Kowanda Yassin is a researcher at the Interdisciplinary Research Centre for  Islam and Muslims in Europe at the Sigmund Freud University in Vienna, Austria. She holds a doctorate in philosophy. Her research and teaching focus on Muslim lifeworlds, Islamic environmental ethics, and eco-activism. In 2018 she published the book Eco-Jihad, which Describes How the Muslim world deals with the issue of ecology and looks at Global Muslim sustainability efforts.