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The end of 2022!!! How did that happen?? I mean, it started off with my 2 year, 50 episodes celebration giveaway. But the rest of the year...it's been a tricky, y'all, lots of things happened for me and for America. Some good, some not so good and I do a roundup of all that the year brought for me in terms of experiences and new episodes! I got to interview some amazing guests and you can check out all my previous episodes on your favorite platform through my linktree: https://linktr.ee/iamatopo...

In this episode I have the incredible opportunity to interview author, body-positivity activist and the first International plus-sized model, Leah V! We talk about how her passion for writing gave way to her starting her modeling career, in an industry that doesn't take kindly to plus-sized models! But Leah V. pushed through the odds and has been featured in Vogue, The New York Times and has modeled for big brands like UGG, Adidas, Athleta, Dove, Target and SOOOO many more! We discuss how all th...

In this episode of my 'Gift of the Gab' segment, I interview DEI Practitioner, Rahimeh Ramizany, and we discuss the importance of being inclusive in the workplace to the religious needs of practicing minority groups. Specializing in religious inclusivity for minorities, Rahimeh helps companies create an environment that is accepting and accommodating for workers of Faith. You can also watch this episode here: https://youtu.be/LarTgOv7wZc To find out more about Rahimeh and what she does, you can...

In this episode of the Gift of the Gab, I interview, Nahela Morales, well known in Muslim circles as a public speaker, humanitarian and co-founder of the Muslim convert organization, EMBRACE. But what most people don't know is that as a child, she had been in the U.S. foster care system and we closely examine her experience with the system and what we can do to make it better! You can also watch this episode on my YouTube Channel here: https://youtu.be/H5acQQh4RXw To find out more about Nahela M...

You know I'll never miss a chance to share a good, spooky story! And this year, for Halloween, I decided to do a little bit of online hunting for some ghostly tales from other parts of the world! From Venezuela to Myanmar, I got your global, spooky fix right here in this episode! Also, I didn't share ALL of the stories I found, so if you want to read the rest of them, you can find them on these links: https://www.holbrooktravel.com/blog/cultural/spooky-ghost-stories-around-world https://www.sec...

This week I interview foster parent and co-founder of the Muslim Foster Care Association, Dr. Sameena Zahoor. We talk about how she went into fostering and how that led to the creation of the MFCA and delve into the real need for licensed foster parents, especially within the Muslim community. You can also watch this episode here: https://youtu.be/32iwCR8aswk To find out more about of what the Muslim Foster Care Association does and donate to support their cause, you can find them through these ...

Calling all my fantasy nerds!! I'm so happy to have on this "The Whole Muslim" episode fantasy cosplayer and Tiktoker, A'isha Saleh! Join us as we talk about her inherited passion for all things fantasy and how that and the deep desire to see more Muslim women representation in popular media inspired her to create her AMAZING, hijab-friendly fantasy cosplay videos! This episode is best watched because I do show some of the amazing work she does in her videos. You can view it on my YouTube channe...

In this episode of Gift of the Gab, I interview fellow podcaster, RJ Zimmerman, who documents his journey of sobriety in his podcast "Untapped Keg". Me and RJ discuss all that he has learned on his journey and how that has also uncovered a simultaneous exploration of emotional wellness for him. We delve deep into how that has changed him and how other men could benefit from emotional healing. You can also watch this episode here: https://youtu.be/GYruwhEOsGk To listen to "Untapped Keg" and to ge...

*TRIGGER WARNING* : Sexual Assault Discussion. LISTENER DISCRETION IS ADVISED. In this episode of Gift of the Gab, I interview founder and CEO of the Buddy Speaks Foundation, Shariea Shoatz, and how she works to raise awareness against childhood sexual abuse. Shariea has also authored the book "My Voice is my Super Power" which is an invaluable tool to help parents arm children with the body safety rules, so they do not fall victim to devious grooming tactics of sexual predators. This discussion...

My very first "The Whole Muslim" segment for Season 6 and I am overjoyed to have with me Chaplain Sondos Kholaki! Join me in my conversation with Sondos and how chaplaincy became a part of her life and how she helps to bring spiritual comfort to those in crisis. You can also watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/97tIGaCN9ks You can use these links to follow her or get in touch with Chaplain Sondos Kholaki on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sondos.kholaki Instagram: htt...

I never left over the Summer, but I'm back anyway! An intro to what has conspired this past Summer, in terms of surprise episode releases and new video segment and what's coming up! And if you have any suggestions for guests or how to improve my current segments please feel free to send me a DM on my social medias or email me at: shehla.faizi01@gmail.com You can also watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/a6gxhvZo6vA And if you haven't already please do follow me on Instagram, Facebook ...