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EPISODES
Special guest: D'Lai
Ep 22: From Roaches to Riches: D'Lai's Inspiring Comedy Journey
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This episode of "The Oasis" features a heartfelt and inspiring conversation with comedian, author, and Muslim convert D' Lai. From humble beginnings in Louisiana to performing on major platforms like HBO's Def Comedy Jam and Kevin Hart's Laugh Out Loud Network, D'Lai shares his remarkable journey of overcoming personal and professional challenges. With humor and authenticity, he opens up about his transformative path to Islam, his upbringing, and how faith has redefined his outlook on life and comedy.
Special guest: Amanda Hamid
Ep 21: She Built a Modest Fashion Empire at 23
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Meet Amanda Hamid, a 23-year-old entrepreneur who built a modest fashion empire, Soo Royalty, while inspiring thousands through her uplifting social media content. This episode features a conversation with Amanda as she shares her journey from selling hair at 17 to creating a global brand that combines fashion, faith, and empowerment. Raised by Sudanese parents in West Palm Beach, Amanda opens up about her personal challenges, cultural identity, and how a life-changing car accident at 16 shifted her perspective forever.
Special guest: Bilal and Shaeeda
Ep 20: Love in Islam: A New Show Helping Muslims Find Soulmates
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Bilal and Shaeeda from "90 Day Fiancé," as they share their incredible journey into parenthood and our newest project, "Love in Islam." The couple opens up about the joys and challenges of raising their newborn son, and their passion for connecting Muslims worldwide through our new matrimonial show.
Special guest: Fatuma Yusuf
Ep 19: From Barista to Billboards: A Muslim Model's Story
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From a Starbucks Barista to a Sephora model, Fatuma Yusuf's inspiring journey as a hijabi in the fashion industry is nothing short of extraordinary. In our final episode of season 2 Fatuma shares her unlikely path to becoming a trailblazing model while staying true to her faith and identity.
Special guest: Maysa Shems
Ep 18: From Atlanta to NYC: A Hijabi Model's Inspiring Journey
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From Atlanta to NYC: A Hijabi Model's Inspiring Journey features a conversation with Maysa, a trailblazing Muslim fashion model breaking cultural boundaries. This episode explores how Maysa navigates the modeling world while staying true to her faith and modest style.
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Special guest: Basirah Raheem
Ep 17: An Artist Journey: Hip Hop To Hijab, Why You Can't Marry A Man You Do Not Respect and Spirituality
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Join us for an inspiring conversation with Basirah Raheem, a multifaceted artist whose journey bridges two worlds. As a former hip-hop emcee turned Muslim author and creative, Basirah shares her remarkable transformation and how her faith shapes her artistic expression today.
Special guest: Sana Ginawi & Elkhair Balla
Ep 16: Sudan's Hidden Crisis: Diaspora Activists Speak Out
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Sudan's Hidden Crisis: Diaspora Activists Speak Out features a conversation with Sana Ginawi and Elkhair Balla, two passionate Sudanese diaspora activists. These accomplished professionals discuss how their multifaceted identities as Sudanese, African, Muslim, and American shape their perspectives and drive their advocacy efforts.
Special guest: Dena Mekawi
Ep 15: The Complex Identity of Arabs & Muslims & Why Inclusive Marketing Matters
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In "The Complex Identity of Arabs & Muslims & Why Inclusive Marketing Matters" this episode features a conversation with Dena Mekawi, a marketing expert dedicated to amplifying Muslim representation in media and corporate America and founder of Mekawi Impact.
Special guest: Mohammed Abu-Nimer & Maliha Fairooz
Ep 14: The Untold History: Palestine's Fight For Justice
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Join the conversation on "The Untold History: Palestine Fight For Justice" as host A.Haqq Islam delves into the complexities of the Palestinian conflict with two insightful guests. Featuring Professor Mohammed Abu-Nimer, an esteemed expert in International Peace and Conflict Resolution, and Maliha Fairooz, a passionate activist and a Columbia University graduate.
Special guest: Wajahat Ali & Letitia Plummer
Ep 13: Why Muslim Politicians Back Kamala: The Controversy
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In "Why Muslim Politicians Back Kamala: The Controversy," this episode features a conversation with A.Haqq Islam, alongside esteemed guests Wajahat Ali, a renowned columnist and public speaker, and Letitia Plummer, a dynamic Houston City Council member.
Special guest: Nyah and Habiba
Ep 12: Kamala, Trump, or Neither? Gen Z Speaks Out
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In this thought-provoking episode of OASIS, host A. Haqq Islam invites recent graduates Nyah and Habiba, two insightful Gen Z Muslims, to discuss why they feel politically homeless ahead of the 2024 presidential election.
Special guest: Awad Ibrahim, Ibrahim Mohmed, & Brother Jehron
Episode 11: What Is Going on In Sudan?!- Why Aren't We Hearing About it
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In this insightful episode of The Oasis we feature a profound conversation with award-winning author and Vice Provost of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusive Excellence, Awad Ibrahim. Joining him is Ibrahim Mohmed, founder of Courtside Media and Nile Nights, and longtime journalist Brother Jehron In the first segment we are joined virtually by Professor Awad who breaks down the history and the current crisis in Sudan while explaining the rich history of the country.
Special guest: Sarah Ahmed
Episode 10: The Truth About Emotional Intimacy: It's Not What You Think
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In "The Truth About Emotional Intimacy: It's Not What You Think," this episode features a captivating conversation with Sarah Ahmed, a renowned psychotherapist, and CEO of LEENA, a Canada based mental health platform. With host Haqq Islam, they dive deep into the essence of emotional intimacy and its true significance beyond physical connections.
Special guest: Nina Kharoufeh
Episode 9: "Everyone Wants Me To Be What Their Version of Muslim Is"
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Some of you may know her as a boxer, others may recognize her from heckling audience guest at her comedy shows. Nina stopped by the Oasis and shared what it was like growing up in New Jersey, why she quit her job as a producer to become a standup comedian, how she got into boxing (its a pretty hilarious reason) why her father told her not to wear the hijab and how she really feels about Amy Schumer.
Special guest: Younis Alzubeiri
Episode 8: "WHY GEN Z'S DON'T PLAN ON VOTING IN THE 2024 PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION"
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This week's guest is actor, influencer and activist Younis Alzubeiri. During this episode we discuss his love for comics, what inspired him to create a social following and his thoughts about the political climate in the US and in Gaza.
Special guest: Abdoul Munyaneza
Episode 7: "How This Successful Rwanda Entrepreneur Balances Business and His Family"
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All the way from Rwanda, on this episode with us we have Abdoul Munyaneza. On this episode Haqq and Abdoul talk about what made him convert to Islam at 14 years old, what living in China was like as a black man and a Muslim.
Special guest: Fatou Barry
Episode 6: "How Does A Modern Muslim Woman Find Love In The West"
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This weeks episode A. Haqq Islam sits down with Public Relations Professional Fatou Barry to discuss dating, diversity with the PR/ media space, religious trauma and more. This conversation is filled with laughter, vulnerability and transparency.
Special guest: Ifrah Hussein
Episode 5: "How Does a Somali Woman Love"
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This episode features a conversation with Internationally renowned Somali/Canadian author and poet Ifrah Hussein. During this episode we discuss how Ifrah discovered her gift as a poet, what it's like being a "third culture kid", her experience traveling back to her home country and so much more.
Special guest: Voice of Baceprot
Episode 4: "The All Girl Muslim Rock Band Thats Taking The World By Storm"
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This episode features Marysa, Widi and Siti. The three young ladies who make up the Indonesian All female rock band "Voice of Baceprot" (VOB) The ladies discuss how they met, how they got into rock music, what their aspirations are and navigating the naysayers who tell them what they are doing is wrong.
Special guest: Quran Squire
Episode 3: "Quran Squire: How a Jay Z Sponsorship Led to Morehouse College and Being on the Shortlist of Hollywood's Elite"
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This episode features the multitalented writer and filmmaker Quran Squire. He has worked with the likes of Director X, Joe Jonas, Khalid and more. Throughout this episode he talks about a myriad of things such as his Muslim upbringing in New Jersey, getting sponsored by Jay Z to go on a college tour, how he got into Hollywood and his experience working on the hit series Genius: MLK/X. As a creative or anyone with a dream this an episode you don't want to miss.
Special guest: Bilal Hazziez and Shaeeda Sween
Episode 2: "The 90 Day Fiancé"
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This episode features the husband and wife team Bilal Hazziez and Shaeeda Sween, the first Muslim couple to be featured on the hit series, “The 90 Day Fiancé”. We discuss their personal path to Islam, journey to being featured on “The 90 Day Fiancé” and romance in Islam, sometimes from a distance, Bilal, from The State of Missouri and Shaeeda from The Nation of Trinidad.
Special guest: Dr. Yusuf Salaam
Episode 1:
"DR. YUSUF SALAAM SPEAKS!"
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New York City Council member from New York City's 9th City Council District, Harlem, NY and Member of The Exonerated Five speaks on his path to Islam, how Islam guided him through some of his darkest moments and his road to New York City Council.