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I'm still on vacation and I don't work on vacation! But sometimes some interviews happen that are timely and the discussion is important. That was the case with this "Gift of the Gab" with fellow podcaster, Michael Rose. Listen in as we talk about how he went from the conservative right to more center leaning, including discussions on the recent overturning of Roe Vs. Wade and gun-control in America (or the lack thereof!). You can also watch this episode on my YouTube channel here: https://youtu...

LAST EPISODE OF THE SEASON! That's right I'll be taking a break for the Summer and be back in August. BUT that doesn't mean I'm gonna leave y'all empty handed! In this episode of Gift of the Gab, I interview a dear mom-friend, Madeleine Kanai, who was also recently diagnosed and treated for a rare type of blood cancer. We discuss the difficulties in getting initial diagnoses for less well-known cancers and the often prohibitive cost of cancer treatment! You can also watch this episode on YouTube...

In this week's episode of "Gift of the Gab!" I talk to I talk to fellow podcaster, dietitian, and marathon runner, Julianna Coughlin, who also happens to live with the chronic illness, Ankylosing Spondylitis. We banter a little about the Harry Potter fandom, and delve deep into the everyday struggles that come with living with an invisible illness. You can also watch this episode on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/uha41gtbNlQ You can read more about Ankylosing Spondylitis here: https://spondyliti...

Almost to the end of Ramadan! And here it is the final episode for this month which delves into some of the prayer practices of Muslims during the Holy month. I hope this series has given y'all a little deeper insight into Ramadan and how it is more than just fasting. You can also watch this episode on my YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/hYexQgnL9Gw If you enjoy the content I create please don't forget to subscribe to the podcast on your preferred platform and on YouTube. This helps you to...

In the second part of this year's Ramadan episode I go into some of the practices of charity, and prayer Muslims do in Ramadan as a means of earning greater good deeds. A look at how Ramadan is more than just fasting from fasting from dawn to dusk! You can also watch this solo episode on my YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/2Qcp3yrqwhw Support the show Please don't forget to follow me here and on social media! Click the links to keep up with my shenanigans on social media and listen to all...

It's that time of year again! Your friendly, neighborhood Muslims are gonna start fasting again! Although, I've had Ramadan episodes every year, for two years now, but I don't think I've every talked about WHY we fast. So, this year I'm going to go into some of the reasons behind the fast for Muslims. This is part one of three episodes that will delve into Ramadan and some of what Muslims do during this sacred month. You can also watch this episode on my YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/07kG2nY...

I'm back with my yearly "Ask A Muslim" segment where I answer all your questions about being Muslim. But this year I have with me a fellow-Muslim and guest host, KC! I mean why should I be the only one having fun doing this! So, join us as we both bring our opinions about being Muslim (and 90-day Fiance !) to the table! To send in your questions for future "Ask A Muslim", just email me at shehla.faizi01@gmail.com You can find the article referenced in this episode here: https://www.facinghistor...

In this season's very first 'Gift of the Gab', I talk to artist and a creator on TikTok, Aicha Lasfar. We talk about her living the alternative, Muslim lifestyle and how she became embroiled in a little bit of controversy through expressing her opinions on Faith and noted religious figures in her TikTok videos. This episode explores the deep ins and outs of human prejudices and how it often blinds us to what reality is. That, in life, being a "good Muslim" is more than just about appearances, an...

When life comes at you in the most unexpected ways, you can either crumble to ashes or pick up your pieces and superglue yourself together. And the most inspiring people then vow to share their superglue with others who are cracked or broken. That is exactly what Sabriah Bilal did after her spouse ghosted her, three days after she gave birth to their 5th child! Join me as we go through Sabriah's journey of healing that led her to becoming a published author and a Life Coach. And now she helps ot...

****GIVEAWAY CLOSED**** OMG!!!! I don't know how it happened, but it has been TWO years since I started podcasting! I started inside my walk-in closet with a lavalier mic and even though I have since upgraded to a (slightly) more professional space, I can't help but be grateful to all y'all for sticking with me for so long! Again I could not thank all my listeners enough for being with me all this time. And I hope I can continue to to entertain and inform. If you have any suggestions for future...