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Raise Your Words
by Amani Salahudeen
‘Raise your words’ is the first half of a Rumi quote that emphasizes the power in word choice over the volume someone uses to get their point across – and now, it’s a podcast! Hosted by Amani Salahudeen and Andrea Shaw this show will dive into topics that center around pop culture and career/life advice. Episodes will be dropping bi-monthly, including dope interviews and virtual book club sessions. Stay tuned for more!
Episodes
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Season 4 Episode 5: Chasing Dreams
LeUyen Pham is the award-winning and best-selling creator of over 140 books for children, including The Man Who Didn’t Like Animals by Deborah Underwood, Shrinking Violet by Laurel Snyder, Caldecott Honor Bear Came Along by Richard T. Morris, and the Eisner Award–winning graphic novel Lunar New...
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Season 4 Episode 4: Riding Dragons & Raising Baby Dragons: A.T. Qureshi's Magical Worlds
✨ Fantasy, fierce heroines, and a little bit of magic! ✨ On this episode of Raise Your Words, host Amani sits down with fantasy author A.T. Qureshi to chat all things books and storytelling! 📚🐉 A.T. takes us behind the pages of her fantasy novels as we talk about creating magical worlds…
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Season 4 Episode 3: Kareem Between the Lines: Amina Banana, Friendship, & the Stories that Connect Us
Shifa Saltagi Safadi is the National Book Award winning author of Kareem Between, the Amina Banana series, and several picture books, including The Gift of Eid. She has a bachelor’s degree in English literature, is a former ELA teacher, and is passionate about spreading a love of reading through...
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Season 4 Episode 2: Chai Me a Murder with Author M.J. Soni
Raise Your Words Host Amani sits down with Author M.J. Soni to discuss her book, "Masala Chai Mystery Club." Manju (MJ) Soni grew up in South Africa and wrote, DEFYING APARTHEID, a part-memoir about being a doctor/ activist under apartheid. Since then, drawing on her American, African, and Indian...
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Season 4 Episode 1: Learn the Word with Khalfani Jabari
Raise Your Words host Amani sits down with poetry writer and teacher Khalfani Jabari to discuss his latest book, Black Ink. You can find Mr. Jabari on Instagram @ib_theword. If you liked today's episode of Raise Your Words rate the podcast wherever you're tuning in from. Stay Tuned for more...
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Season 3 Episode 10: Match Made in Heaven
This is a Teaser episode for Episode 10 , Season 3 of Raise Your Words. Raise Your Words Host Amani chats with Muslim matchmakers Amaney Kazlak and Sara Wada about finding the right spouse, Hulu's Matchmaking show, and marriage in Islam.
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Season 3 Episode 9: Love from Amani to S.K. Ali
In this episode, Raise Your Words host Amani sits down with author S.K. Ali about her books, writing advice, favorite stationery, and her next book!
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Season 3 Episode 8: Cross My Heart and Hope to Pod
Raise Your Words Host Amani sits down with BookTok creator Ashley from @wickedreads on IG/TikTok to chat about their mutual love of reading, Ally Carter books, writing, and Ashley's content creation advice. Ashley also shares news about her podcast, If It Was a Book.
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Season 3 Episode 7: Much Ado about Uzma
In this episode Raise Your Words Host Amani sits down with author Uzma Jalaluddin to chat about her books Much Ado About Nada, Ayesha at Last, & Hana Khan Carries On. Uzma also talks about being a teacher and teases an upcoming project. Uzma is one of Amani’s favorite Muslim romance authors.
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Season 3 Episode 6: I Know Aristotle ft. Writing Advice from Write C.J.!
"You know how to ball, I know Aristotle." -T.S. Raise Your Words host Amani sits down with writer C.J. to discuss writing advice and how to pitch to literary agents.
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Season 3 Episode 3: The Lasting Legacy of Your First Crush with Author Kristin Nilsen
Raise Your Words is officially back from hiatus!! Raise Your Words host Amani sits down with Author Kristin Nilsen to chat about her book, Worldwide Crush and the joys of experiencing a first crush. Her book is a coming of age YA novel that anyone who's had a real or fictional crush will enjoy.…
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Season 3 Episode 5: The Ballad of Morgan & Amani
In this month's episode of Raise Your Words, your host Amani sits down with author Morgan Matson to discuss The Ballad of Darcy & Russell. Morgan is also known for her book, Take Me Home Tonight. You can find her on IG @morgamat. You can find Raise Your Words on IG @raiseyourwordspod and you can...
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Season 3 Episode 4: Middle-Grade Fun with Author Hena Khan!
Raise Your Words host Amani sits down with Author Hena Khan to talk about writing books for young readers. Hena Khan is the author of Zara's Rules, Zayd Saleem Chasing the Dream, and other books. You can follow Hena on Instagram @henakhanbooks. Follow Raise Your Words on IG @raiseyourwordspod!…
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Season 3 Episode 1: The Blonde Supremacy (with Ally Carter)
In this episode Raise Your Words host Amani sits down to chat with NYT- Best Selling author Ally Carter to talk about her newest Adult rom com, The Blonde Identity. Thank you to Valerie on Twitter for coming up with the episode title. You can buy Ally’s books wherever you by books and find her on...
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Season 2 Episode 25: How to Help the People in Gaza ft. Dr. AbdelBaset Abdalla
In this month's episode, Raise Your Words host Amani talks to Palestinian American Dr. Abdalla about the genocide in Gaza and how the average person can help out. This episode includes practical tips for Boycotting, analyzing fake news, and the best places to donate to help the people of Gaza.…
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Season 2 Episode 24: So Let There Be Chaos with Author Kamilah Cole
Raise Your Words host Amani chats with debut author Kamilah Cole about her book, So Let Them Burn. You can find Kamilah on Instagram @wordsiren and you can find Raise Your Words on IG @raiseyourwordspod. Kamilah Cole was a writer and entertainment editor at Bustle for four years, and her…
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Season 2 Episode 23: Ayyantu's Tips & Tricks to a Good Routine
Raise Your Words host Amani sits down with Ayyantu Ahmed: a stay at home mom and Habits Consultant to talk about the best way to achieve your goals. Ayyantu is a stressed out startup co-founder whose life changed after becoming a mom of two kids under 3. After 10 years of using habits to…
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Season 2 Episode 22: Interview with Author Neely on Love Buzz
In this month’s episode, Raise Your Words host Amani interviews Neely on Love Buzz. You can find Neely on IG @neelyalexanderwrites. Don't forget to get your copy of Love Buzz wherever you buy books from or request it at your local library. You can find me on IG @meetcuteromancebooks and the pod…
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Season 2 Episode 20: Spring Releases and Recent Reads to Put on Your Radar
In this episode, Raise Your Words host Amani does a short episode on books she’s excited for this Spring. Raise Your Words will be on hiatus for the entire month of Ramadan. Raise Your Words will be back during the last week of April/first week of May. Ramadan Mubarak to everyone celebrating...
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Season 2 Episode 18: Activating Courage with Author Shanita Liu
In this month’s episode of Raise Your Words, Raise Your Words host Amani interviews Shanita on her debut book, Dear Durga. You can find Shanita @coachshanita on Instagram. You can find Amani on Instagram @raiseyourwordspod and on bookstagram @meetcuteromancebooks. Stay Tuned for More!
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Season 2 Episode 17: Maiya Spills the Tea on Spice Road
Episode Title creds to Rameela @stars.brite on Instagram. In this month’s episode, Raise Your Words Host Amani sits down with author Maiya Ibrahim to talk about Maiya’s debut fantasy book, Spice Road which is perfect for fans of The City of Brass. You can find Maiya @maiya_ibrahim on Instagram....
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Season 2 Episode 16: World-Building and Author Advice with Aamna Qureshi!
In this month’s episode, Raise Your Words host Amani interviews Aamna Qureshi and talks about world-building. Aamna also shares writing advice and other exciting news!! You can find Aamna on Instagram @aamna_qureshi. You can find me on Instagram @raiseyourwordspod and @meetcuteromancebooks. Stay...
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Season 2 Episode 15 : Mystery Advice with Author Sarah Lyu
In this month’s episode Raise Your Words host Amani interviews Sarah Lyu on her upcoming book, I Will Find You Again and gives advice on how to write mystery books.
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Season 2 Episode 14: Romance Book Advice with Author Kosoko Jackson
In this month’s episode, Raise Your Words host Amani interviews Romance Author Kosoko Jackson on A Dash of Salt & Pepper and other writing advice. If you liked hearing from Kosoko don’t forget to follow him on IG @kosokojackson and you can find Amani on IG @raiseyourwordspod and...
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Season 2 Episode 12: Miracles in Publishing with Iman Hariri-Kia
In this episode Raise Your Words host Amani interviews Iman Hariri-Kia on her book, A Hundred Other Girls. You can find Iman @imanharirikia on Instagram. Don’t forget to grab your copy of A Hundred Other Girls wherever you buy books! If you like this episode, don’t forget to rate Raise Your Words...
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Season 2 Episode 11: K-Dramas & Seoulmates (with Author Susan Lee)
In this episode, Raise Your Words Host Amani talks to Susan about K-Dramas and Susan’s debut novel Seoulmates! Note: This episode was originally recorded a week before Seoulmates was published. Due to personal reasons this episode got pushed back. Stay tuned until the end for the rapid fire…
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Season 2 Episode 10: Let’s Have A (Book) Talk With Lu!
In this episode Raise Your Words host Amani talks to Lu from @lluuuuuuu_ on BookTok (Tik Tok) and @lu_reads on Instagram about Bridgerton, Lu’s Muslim book about a grumpy judge and a Muslim chef on a show, romance books, & more!! If you like this episode don’t forget to rate this episode and you...
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Season 2 Episode 9: How To Be a Book Influencer with Maya from @mnmbooks!
In this episode, Raise Your Words Host Amani interviews Maya from @mnmbooks on being a book influencer. Disclaimer: apologies for the background noise in this episode. This isn’t a usual for the pod. If you like this episode please feel free to check us out @raiseyourwordspod on Instagram!…
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Episode Twenty: I Don’t Know About You But I’m Excited for The Love Match!
In this month’s book club chat, Raise Your Words Host Amani talks to debut author Priyanka Taslim about her novel, The Love Match and Taylor Swift! Priyanka also gives advice to writers and talks about the writing mentorship program: Avengers of Color.
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Season 2 Episode 7: Middle Earth in the Middle East
In this Raise Your Words Book Club segment, Raise Your Words host Amani interviews indie Author Thalib Razi @thalibrazi on IG. If you liked this episode, don’t forget to like, comment, and rate us wherever you’re tuning in from! Follow us @raiseyourwordspod on IG to stay updated on upcoming...
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Season 2 Episode 8: Interview with The Zumra
Warning: This episode will contain spoilers for Percy Jackson books 1-5 and The Heroes of Olympus series! The Zumra : derived from Hafsah Faizal’s book We Hunt the Flame is a term used to describe “found family.” Meet my Zumra : Melissa from @melireadsandstuff, Elizabeth @swords.and.sweets…
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Season 2 Episoode 6: Writing Craft & Conversation with Intisar Khanani
In this book club episode, Raise Your Words founder and host Amani sits down with Intisar Khanani (@booksbyintisar) to talk about writing, being an indie author, and other exciting projects! If you like this episode, rate us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you’re tuning in from!
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Season 2 Episode 4: Reminiscing with Rima @pardonmywritings!
In this month’s book club episode, Raise Your Words Host Amani talks to Rima (a bookstagrammer) known as @pardonmywritings on Instagram. They discuss the Princess Diaries, nostalgic books and shows, and their love of Korean Dramas!! You can follow Raise Your Words @raiseyourwordspod on Instagram....
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Season 2 Episode 3: The Royal Treatment, Love Advice, & The Euphoria Experience
In today’s Valentine’s Day episode Raise Your Words Hosts Amani & Andrea talk to Amaly about their reaction to Netflix’s The Royal Treatment. Follow Amaly @amalyelm on Instagram. You can follow us on Instagram @raiseyourwordspod! Happy Valentine’s Day and stay tuned for more.
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Season 2 Episode 2: New Year’s Edition and Life Rambles
Raise Your Words Hosts Amani and Andrea share their goals for this year. They also talk about shows and webtoons (and other things that they love) that they’re excited for this year! Don’t forget to follow us on our IG page @raiseyourwordspod to stay updated when there’s a new episode out. If you...
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Season 2 Episode 1: Love, Chai, & Other Four Letter Words with Annika Sharma
Raise Your Words Host Amani interviews the author of Love, Chai, & Other Four Letter Words Annika Sharma in this month’s book club chat.
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Episode Twenty-One: Swipe Right or Left on Netflix’s Love Hard!
In this episode, Raise Your Words hosts Amani and Andrea talk to Amaly about Netflix’s Love Hard! Should you swipe right or left on this cheesy rom-com?
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Episode Nineteen: A First Time Watcher’s Reaction to The Nightmare Before Christmas
In this Halloween Special, Raise Your Words Hosts Amani and Andrea are back for their second Halloween Special. This time, Andrea interviews Amani on her first time watching the classic Disney movie: The Nightmare Before Christmas! If you like our content, don’t forget to like & rate us wherever...
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Episode Eighteen: In Conversation with Sami from @samisbookshelf!
In this month’s book club segment Raise Your Words Host Amani talks to BookToker Sami from @samisbookshelf about her favorite books and what it was like planning the BookTalk convention!
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Episode Seventeen: Guess That Book Title!
Raise Your Words hosts Amani and Andrea play a game of “Guess That Book Title” where Andrea guesses the plot of some of the books on Amani’s TBR pile (and also books that she’s read). Stay tuned until the end to hear this year’s Halloween special and an upcoming book club episode with a special...
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Episode Sixteen: The Kissing Booth 3 and Other Shitty Movie Tropes
Raise Your Words Hosts Amani and Andrea are back with another episode to talk to Amaly about The Kissing Booth 3 and shitty overhyped movie tropes for the one year anniversary of Raise Your Words!
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Episode Fifteen Grace & Maggie; Readers, Booktokers, & Future NYT Best-Sellers!
In this episode of the Raise Your Words Book Club segment, Amani interviews A Very Bookish Podcast hosts Grace & Maggie. You can follow Grace @read.w.grace and Maggie @afictionalgal on IG. You can also follow their podcast IG page @averybookishpodcast! For more information on Raise Your Words...
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Episode Fourteen: A Young Muslim Journalist’s Perspective on Palestine
In this episode of Raise Your Words, your hosts Amani and Andrea interview a young journalist named Mariam Nouser (@mariamnouser on IG) on Palestine.
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Episode Thirteen: Unprecedented Times with Lorena LiMato
In this episode of Raise Your Words, your hosts Amani and Andrea talk to Lorena LiMato, a Music Education Teacher on the struggles of being a teacher during covid.
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Episode Twelve: The Importance of Good Muslim rep in Books with Azanta!
In this book club episode , Raise Your Words Host Amani talks to Azanta from @azantareads on the importance of good Muslim representation in books, favorite bookish related things, and kdramas! They also play a quick game of rapid fire. You can follow Azanta on Tik Tok and Instagram @azantareads....
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Episode Eleven: How to Grow Your Brand and Makeup Advice w/ Maha from @mahacosmeticss
In this episode of Raise Your Words, your hosts Amani and Andrea interview Maha from Maha Cosmetics! They talk about what it’s like to be a makeup influencer, what it takes to get on the ColourPop cosmetics PR list, and how to grow a following on Instagram ! Episodes drop on a monthly basis! Stay...
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Episode Ten: An Ode to Fictional OTPs (One True Pairings) Part Two
In this episode Amani and Andrea talk to their friend Amaly as they react to Always and Forever, Lara Jean. Andrea also shares the perfect movie night snack recipe: chocolate covered strawberries!
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Episode Eight: Rendezvous with Brown Girls Read
Amani and Andrea (the hosts of Raise Your Words) interview Daman and Khyati from Brown Girls Read. They talk about what it’s like to start a podcast and advice for those who want to start their own podcast. They also talk about mocktail & cocktail recipes that you can try at home to ring in the…
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Episode Seven: Three Gals Hanging Out
In this career episode, Raise Your Words Hosts Amani Salahudeen and Andrea Shaw talk to Amani’s high school friend, Ayesha Durrani about applying to a fulbright scholarship and how being a paralegal isn’t as glamorous as it might seem in Suits. They also discuss The Queen’s Gambit and other...
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Episode Six: Scriptwriting Advice and Amaly’s Marriage to Harry Styles
Dear Harry Styles, Amaly wants you to know that she’s not that crazy and we’d love to be friends with you! In today’s episode, Raise Your Words Hosts Amani and Andrea interview Amaly; a student teacher and scriptwriter. They also talk about Amaly meeting Cameron Dallas and Ramy Youseff. It’s an...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
‘Raise your words’ is the first half of a Rumi quote that emphasizes the power in word choice over the volume someone uses to get their point across – and now, it’s a podcast! Hosted by Amani Salahudeen and Andrea Shaw this show will dive into topics that center around pop culture and career/life advice. Episodes will be dropping bi-monthly, including dope interviews and virtual book club sessions. Stay tuned for more!
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‘Raise your words’ is the first half of a Rumi quote that emphasizes the power in word choice over the volume someone uses to get their point across – and now, it’s a podcast! Hosted by Amani Salahudeen and Andrea Shaw this show will dive into topics that center around pop culture and career/life...
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