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Sumi and Samya's The Podfast

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A podcast for hungry muslims and curious people brought to you by journalists Sumi (@coveredinlayers) and Samya (@samyahafsaoui).

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Episodes

  1. Special Guest: S.K. Ali

    You've read her books, but have you heard her story? Author S.K. Ali (Love from A to Z, Saints and Misfits) joins Sumi and Samya to discuss her journey to becoming a bestselling author.

  2. Special Guest: Adin Lubis

    She's a traveler, journalist and social media content creator. Adin moved to Belgium with her husband after building up her impressive career as a journalist in Indonesia. Sumi and Samya talk to Adin about 'starting over' in a new country.

  3. 36 Questions Part 3

    It's the end! Sumi and Samya do the last set of the 36 Questions list.

  4. Being Muslim...Is Not Our Job

    Sumi and Samya discuss the awkward intersection between their muslim identity and their professions.

  5. Non-Muslim Friends

    Sumi and Samya discuss the influence non-muslim friends have had/and have on their lives.

  6. Networking, Kindness and Journey

    Sumi and Samya talk about their jobs again. Which...is nothing new. But! They also gives tips and tricks to getting your dream job. Spoiler: communication, communication communication.

  7. Burn-Outs, Time Management and Justin Timberlake

    Sumi and Samya both have a bit of a bad habit...they say yes to way too many things. How are you supposed to manage your time when you love what you do and do what you love? Is it time to say 'bye bye bye' to some of your projects?

  8. Special Guest: Zach Matari

    He is a man of faith, song and has got a lot going on. Zach Matari a.k.a. Zachary a.k.a. your new favorite thing to come out of the Jersey Shore joins Sumi and Samya for a slightly chaotic but fun talk about being muslim while making music.

  9. 36 Questions Part Two (Bullies, Love and Friendship)

    It's time for part two! Sumi and Samya answer more questions from the list.

  10. Started From The Football Now We Cringe

    It's the Sunday episode! Where Sumi and Samya freely discuss what's on their minds. This time, it's football and some embarrassing memories.

  11. Family, Babies and Donkeys

    You know the drill. You're parents are on the phone and all of a sudden you're being forced to say hi to a family member you barely knew existed. Sumi and Samya discuss the relationship with their family and the Moroccan language.

  12. Hijabis in Fiction and The Riz Test

    Headscarf on, fall in love, headscarf off. But why? Sumi and Samya discuss the importance of propper representation of hijabi wearers in fiction.

  13. Get To Know Us: 36 Questions Part 1

    Based on the popular New York Times article, Sumi and Samya answer Set 1 of the '36 Questions to Get To Know Someone' list.

  14. Marriage. That's it. We're talking about it.

    Dating apps, non-muslims and being a vegetarian. This episode went from 0 to fascism REAL quick.

  15. TikTok, Victorious and Christmas

    It's our first Sunday episode! On Sundays we leave the seriousness aside even more and give you a random collection of what's been on our minds. A unique look into the psyche of a 20-something muslim. So naturally, we ended on a jingle-belly note.

  16. Where Are You Like...FROM...From?

    So, what's it like growing up and living in Europe as a muslim you may wonder? We're talking about it!

  17. Q & Ask At Your Own Risk....Period.

    Not even water? Why are you eating? Two classics in the Ramadan ask me anything catalogue. Sumi and Samya discuss eating food in prayer rooms and avoiding bad breath.

  18. A Chaotic Spicy Introduction

    Ramadan Mubarak! Everyday Sumi and Samya will join you on your iftar for about 20 minutes of banter. But who are these mysterious hijabi ladies from Europe you may wonder...

About this show

A podcast for hungry muslims and curious people brought to you by journalists Sumi (@coveredinlayers) and Samya (@samyahafsaoui).

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Frequently asked questions

How many episodes does Sumi and Samya's The Podfast have?

Sumi and Samya's The Podfast has 18 episodes on PodParley. The most recent episode was published on May 28, 2020.

What is Sumi and Samya's The Podfast about?

A podcast for hungry muslims and curious people brought to you by journalists Sumi (@coveredinlayers) and Samya (@samyahafsaoui).

How often does Sumi and Samya's The Podfast release new episodes?

Sumi and Samya's The Podfast publishes a few times a week, based on its 18 episodes since April 2020.

Who hosts Sumi and Samya's The Podfast?

Sumi and Samya's The Podfast is created and hosted by Team Podfast.
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