Muslim Women Talk Ramadan

We're into the 'laylatul qadr' nights of Ramadan, the nights of power, and the perfect backdrop for our conversation on women's power.

How and why should women show up in the public space? Our Ramadan BFF Henrietta Szovati explains the relationship between the spiritual self and the social self, highlighting that we need to be in public to find our qualities being 'chiselled' in interactions with others, including simply showing up and being present for others. We also explore what does 'leadership' mean and how this can take shape for women.  And as we think about the end of Ramadan and Eid, she explains how to create a mood board of the kind of power we want to develop by next week.


Our special guest this week is Dr Sohaira Siddiqui, the Executive Director of Al Mujadilah, a pioneering centre in Doha, Qatar designed specifically for Muslim women to study, engage in dialogue and worship together. She lays out a vision of Muslim women's power that is rooted in 'stewardship' and has a role for all women, which they can find in their own way and in their context. She draws on her deep study and expertise in understanding Muslim women and Muslim societies. 

And some real gems from girls Hana and Iman that live in a very different generation - where tech and social media shape their lives in different ways. They talk about the relationship between how people look and their power, the power dynamics that exist within friend groups, and what they feel about leadership. Plus they tell an excellent joke about Hijab & Shoulders, not to be missed!

Family friendly listening with a huge helping of Ramadan power.

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A 'warrior princess' is how this week's special guest Asma Khan - celebrity chef, author and restaurateur - has seen herself and from a young age this has shaped her life and incredible success. Hot off the heels of the King and Queen visiting her restaurant, we hear about what drives her to lift other women up, her self-doubt, why women shouldn't be forever apologising and how she sees food as a way of giving back especially in Ramadan.

We continue our conversations about women's power with Henrietta Szovati, our Ramadan BFF. This week it's about power in the home: what are the many different roles women play and how to be our centred selves, the same person whether we are mother, wife, sister, aunt, daughter or more. We consider how culture affects our households and the unique cultures we create in them as well as the value of nourishing and caring.

Plus, Hana and Iman are here to share their wisdom in our segment hearing what the girls have to say about power and the home. What makes them feel valued and respected, are their power dynamics between different siblings and parents, and who or what really holds the most power in the home? Their answer might surprise you!

Family friendly listening with a huge helping of Ramadan power.

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Brought to you by Muslim Mind Collaborative. Supported by Islamic Relief.

We're back for Week 2 of Ramadan, and our conversations about women's power.

Our Ramadan BFF, Henrietta Szovati, tackles the barriers that hold us back from claiming our power: anger, guilt, people pleasing, shame and even abuse. She guides us simply and effectively through the steps to setting healthy boundaries, what it will feel like when we first start to say 'no' and the question we always need to ask ourselves: 'Am I okay with this'? This is essential listening.

Former Foreign Minister of the Maldives, Dunya Maumoon, shares her personal insights about Ramadan in the Maldives. A rare woman on a global stage - less than a quarter of ministerial roles globally are held by women - she talks to us about what it means to be a powerful person, why holding true to your values and representing your people informs what she does, and how her faith inspires her. Plus what was it like to speak at the UN.

And, in our intergenerational segment, Hana and Iman discuss whether as girls they are expected to behave in certain ways, including keeping the peace. And they go controversial on the subject of having a 'confidence button'.

Family friendly listening with a huge helping of Ramadan power.

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Brought to you by Muslim Mind Collaborative. Supported by Islamic Relief.

It's the start of Ramadan, so time for upliftment and the beginning of our new series which focuses on women's power.

Our Ramadan BFF Henrietta Szovati walks us through female and feminine power, what happens when we don't claim it and the benefits when we do. As well as practical tips on what we can do to start identifying and growing our power.

Fashion model, creative and filmmaker Mariah Idrissi gives us a glimpse into her Ramadan. She talks to us about how her ideas of power have evolved over a decade of being in the public eye as an influencer and why she thinks power over the self is the most important kind.

Plus, this episode brings intergenerational insights as we talk to Hana and Iman about what power means to girls today, and why they think it matters. In fact, this whole series is family-friendly so why not listen along together.

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Muslim Women Talk Ramadan is back for series 2, and this time we are talking power, women's power. 

For Muslim women, by Muslim women, our conversation is all about making this your best Ramadan yet. In this four part series hosted by award-winning podcaster, author and women's champion Shelina Janmohamed, we'll engage in candid conversations, create a space for much-needed me-time, and enjoy real talk among Muslim women throughout Ramadan.  

What is power, how do we exercise it wisely, compassionately and effectively and centre ourselves by asking 'am I okay with this?' 

Join a community of Muslim women and hear voices from around the world including celebrities, ministers, fashion icons and civic leaders. 

Think of this podcast as your BFF, Ramadan pep talk and weekly hug all wrapped up in one.

Subscribe or follow this podcast to get all future episodes, dropping every Sunday throughout Ramadan. 

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We are into the last ten days of Ramadan and Eid is peeking onto the horizon.

In our final episode of the series, our Ramadan BFF talks to us about kindness, how to apply kindness to ourselves as well as others, and what happens when there's a gap between the two. And she gives us some practical hacks on how to introduce more kindness. And what happens after Eid? We talk tips on what we need to prepare for life after Ramadan.

Entrepreneur and pioneer Farzana Rahman talks to us in our special guest interview about how she founded the Desi Doll Company, a trailblazing Muslim toy company familiar to many. Her dolls and educational toys are now available globally, in high street supermarkets as well as high end like Selfridges. We hear about her Ramadan, and what it's like when it's not just the biggest spiritual month, but also a key sales time of year, and why changing the lives of future generations is a driving force in her work.

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It's week 3 of Ramadan and we are here to get you through the midway “bump” and regain the focus and excitement for the beautiful days and nights ahead. 

Our Ramadan BFF focuses this week on self-respect: how to build it, why it’s central to everything we do and what happens when we don’t have it. Plus as usual we have practical hacks to start applying it to our lives. 

And not to be missed is this week’s interview with Dr Kiran Rahim, a paediatrician, mum of three and co-founder of Children Not Numbers - a charity that focuses on medico-legal support for children in war zones, including Gaza. She talks about the beauty she finds in Ramadan, her struggles this year in balancing all her blessings knowing the privileges she and her children have compared to others around the world, and why Muslim women may feel stifled in the workplace but how to always find a way to make a difference. 

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It's week 2 of Ramadan and we are back!

With the initial excitement waning, our Ramadan BFF discusses 'compassion' - how it shows up in our lives and how we can apply it to ourselves.

Plus, this episode features an interview with Nadiya Hussain - celebrity chef, author and TV personality. We discuss what Ramadan is like in the home of the Great British Bake Off winner, what she loves about being a Muslim woman, the courage she's shown on her journey, and why she feels that telling Muslim women's stories is important.

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In this episode, we are mapping the road ahead in Ramadan. 

Our Ramadan BFF Henrietta Szovati discusses how we go from ‘doing’ in Ramadan to ‘being’, as well as how to go on the journey from who we are to what we want to be. 

This episode also features Baroness Sayeeda Warsi - the first Muslim to enter cabinet, a TV presenter, author and podcaster. We hear about her Ramadan behind the scenes, and why she’s vocal about tackling Islamophobia and upholding the sisterhood. 

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Brought to you by Muslim Mind Collaborative. Supported by Islamic Relief.

COMING SOON!

Your BFF, Ramadan pep talk and weekly hug all wrapped up in one podcast.

"Muslim Women Talk Ramadan" is a four-part series where we'll engage in candid conversations, create a space for much-needed me-time, and enjoy real talk among Muslim women throughout Ramadan.

Subscribe or follow this podcast to get all future episodes.

Brought to you by Muslim Mind Collaborative. Supported by Islamic Relief.