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The Safi Bros Podcast
by Ahmed & Ibrahim Safi
Welcome to the Safi Bros Podcast, where faith meets the real world. From their studio in Melbourne, Australia, Ahmed and Ibrahim Safi host raw & unfiltered conversations about the modern Muslim experience, for high-performance leadership and spiritual growth from an Islamic perspective. Success Stories, bridges the gap between modern success and timeless faith. We aim to motivate and inspire Muslim youth and young professionals who are seeking inspiration and guidance on their own path to success. Join us for deep-dive conversations with global scholars, visionary entrepreneurs, and community leaders, including guests like Sami Hamdi, Sheikh Dr Yasir Qadhi & Dr Tareq Al-Suwaidan, as we explore mindset, business, and what it means to lead with purpose. Subscribe for insights on personal development, Muslim identity, and the journey to excellence. “The best of us are the ones who are most beneficial to othe
Episodes
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Fear Is Not Always Faith
In this Safi Bros episode, Maryam Amir shares her journey through doubt, Quran, scholarship, and rediscovering Allah’s mercy. The conversation moves through her early questions about faith, the moment Umrah changed her heart, the importance of women in Islamic learning, and the need for…
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Mosques Are Losing the Next Generation
In this deeply compelling episode of the Safi Bros Podcast, Ahmed and Ibrahim sit down with Sheikh Suleiman Hani for a conversation on Muslim identity, leadership, resilience, and responsibility. Sheikh Suleiman reflects on his Palestinian family’s journey, the powerful story of his father…
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Success Stories - Imam Abdul Hafiz
Imam Abdul Hafiz shares a powerful life journey shaped by faith, identity, Black history, justice and community responsibility. In this episode, he reflects on growing up through racism and exclusion, the pull of the Black Panther movement, the prison system, reclaiming identity through Islam…
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Success Stories - Dr. Ghanim Al-Jumaily
Dr. Ghanim Al-Jumaily is a physicist, optical engineer, humanitarian and former Iraqi diplomat whose journey has taken him from Baghdad to NASA's Jet Propulsion Lab, and later into relief work and public service for Iraq. In this episode, Dr. Ghanim shares how his mother's deep belief in…
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Success Stories - Omar Al-Jamal
Raised in a family that helped build Human Appeal Australia from the ground up, Omar Al-Jamal has spent his life serving communities both locally and abroad. From refugee camps and humanitarian missions to leadership programs that shape the next generation of Muslim leaders, his journey is a...
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Success Stories - Mohamad Zaoud
Mohamad Zaoud is a strategist, entrepreneur and community leader whose career has spanned global media, corporate leadership, Islamic philanthropy and institution building. Having held senior leadership roles at Al Jazeera, where he helped shape brand strategy, audience growth and global…
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Success Stories - Chris Abdur-Rahman Blauvelt
Chris Abdur-Rahman Blauvelt is the Founder and CEO of LaunchGood, the world's largest Muslim crowdfunding platform, which has helped raise over $1 billion for causes across the globe. A former atheist who embraced Islam after a personal search for truth, Chris shares his journey of faith,...
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Success Stories - Faisal Choudhry
As a driving force behind Freshly Grounded, one of the pioneering podcasts in the Muslim media space, Faisal Choudhry has helped shape conversations that have inspired audiences around the world. In this episode, we explore his journey through entrepreneurship, marketing, faith, and community...
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Success Stories - Dr Ismahan Abdullahi
Dr Ismahan Abdullahi is a respected Muslim leader, advocate, and public voice dedicated to empowering communities through faith, service, and principled leadership. In this episode, she shares powerful insights on Muslim women in leadership, identity, politics, community reform, and the...
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Success Stories - Hassan Wadi
Hassan Wadi is an Islamic speaker, mentor, and humanitarian actively involved in youth development, leadership training, and global relief work through organisations including Human Concern International. In this episode, he shares his journey from the fitness and self-development industry into...
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Success Stories - Qasim Rashid Ahmad
Qasim Rashid Ahmad is an educator, humanitarian, media founder, and community leader who has spent decades building institutions focused on Islamic education, social reform, and humanitarian impact. In this episode, he shares his journey from financial hardship and prison chaplaincy work to...
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Success Stories - Guzelya Marisova
Guzelya Marisova is a Taekwondo world champion, multilingual professional, and Author who shares her journey from elite competition and migration struggles to faith, identity, and purpose. In this episode, she opens up about wearing hijab, martial arts discipline, and balancing ambition with...
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Success Stories - Firdaus Wong Wai Hung
Firdaus Wong Wai Hung is a prominent Malaysian da’wah speaker and founder of Multiracial Reverted Muslims (MRM), known for his work in supporting reverts and breaking cultural misconceptions about Islam. Through his global outreach and educational initiatives, he has become a leading voice in...
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Success Stories - Muhammad Nuruddeen Lemu
Muhammad Nuruddeen Lemu OON is a globally respected Islamic scholar, educator, and peacebuilder who has spent decades shaping minds and leading impactful da’wah initiatives across more than 40 countries. In this episode, he shares powerful insights on faith, leadership, suffering, and what it…
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Success Stories - Aliza Kim
Actor and model, Aliza Kim, opens up about the hidden realities of the entertainment industry and the uncomfortable situations she was forced to navigate behind the scenes. From the pressures and unspoken expectations to moments that challenged her values, these experiences pushed her on a deeper...
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Success Stories - Dr Waleed Kadous
Artificial intelligence is advancing faster than most people realize. But what does that actually mean for our future? In this episode of the Safi Bros Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Waleed Kadous, a leading AI researcher and former engineering leader at companies like Google, Uber, and Canva.…
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Success Stories - Hassan Shibly
Hassan Shibly is a civil rights attorney and Executive Director of CAIR Florida who has dedicated his career to defending Muslim communities against discrimination and Islamophobia. In this episode, we discuss the post-9/11 reality for Muslims in America, confronting government overreach, leading...
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Success Stories - Dato' Fazley Yaakob
In this episode of The Safi Bros Podcast - Singer, Actor, Motivational Consultant, Host, Chef and Father, Dato’ Fazley Yaakob shares the trials that shaped his legacy beyond the spotlight. A huge thanks to Fazley for such an amazing discussion. For the video podcast, find us on: 📺:...
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Success Stories - Ahmad Hraichie [Part 4]
In this episode, we sit down once again with our brother Ahmad Hraichie for a real catch-up. We talk about how we met, what built our friendship, and what brotherhood really looks like, plus we unpack social media, jealousy, and staying genuine with your intentions while continuing to show up for...
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Success Stories - Imam Tom Facchine
In this episode of The Safi Bros Podcast, we sat down with Imam Tom Facchine, an American Muslim speaker and educator, to explore his revert journey and the transformation Islam created in his life. Tom shares powerful insights from his deep education of Islam and Political Science. This...
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Success Stories - Dr Tareq Al-Suwaidan [Part 2]
In this episode, we continue our conversation with Dr. Tareq Suwaidan as he walks us through key stages of his life, from his education and early work in the oil industry to an arranged marriage that has lasted over 50 years. This conversation challenges how success is defined, centering it on...
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Success Stories - Sami Hamdi [Part 2]
We’re thrilled to welcome Sami Hamdi back on The Safi Bros Podcast! In this follow-up conversation, we reconnect with a close friend of the show for an extended talk about faith, leadership, and standing firm in today’s world. A huge thanks to Sami for such an amazing discussion. Don’t forget to...
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Success Stories - Muhammad Jalal (The Thinking Muslim)
Today we are joined by Muhammad Jalal, founder of The Thinking Muslim and a politics educator who transitioned from the classroom into building one of the ummah’s leading media platforms. Muhammad shares the challenges, convictions, and turning points that shaped his journey, and unpacks what…
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Success Stories - Dato' Sheikh Hussain Yee
Dato' Sheikh Hussain Yee joins us to share his powerful journey from a devoted Buddhist upbringing, through Christianity, to finding certainty in Islam. As a Malaysian Chinese revert and one of the region’s most impactful da’wah voices, he reflects on the challenges reverts face, the dangers of...
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Success Stories - Dan Henry
From delivering pizzas to generating over $35 million in sales, Dan Henry built an empire most only dream of. But behind the success was a deeper search for meaning that led him to something greater - Islam. In this powerful episode, Dan shares his raw journey from atheism to faith, from burnout…
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Success Stories - Na'ima B. Robert
We sat down with Na’ima B. Robert: award-winning author, speaker, and mentor, for a powerful conversation on faith, womanhood, and redefining success. From navigating identity and family to facing loss and finding purpose, Na’ima shares the lessons behind her journey of conviction, courage, and...
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Success Stories - Yusuf Omar
Two Weeks before he embarked on the Global Sumud Flotilla, Yusuf Omar, award-winning journalist and co-founder of Hashtag Our Stories, joined us for an inspiring and wide-ranging conversation. From reporting on global issues to pioneering new ways of storytelling through social media, Yusuf…
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Success Stories - Sana & Will Saleh
Join us as we sit down with Sana and Will Saleh to hear their inspiring journey from embracing Islam and navigating cultural challenges to building a global platform that reaches millions. From the struggles of wearing hijab and facing discrimination, to creating viral content that transformed…
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Success Stories - Sheikh Dr Yasir Qadhi [Part 2]
Dr Yasir Qadhi, one of the most recognised Muslim scholars of our time, joins us once again for another deep and honest conversation about life in the public eye. Dr Qadhi opens up about the challenges of scholarship, balancing tradition with modernity, facing criticism, and his vision for the…
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Success Stories - Nurul Izzah Anwar
Nurul Izzah Anwar, Deputy President of Malaysia’s People’s Justice Party (PKR), joins The Safi Bros to share her journey from reformist youth to influential political figure and public servant. From advocating for media freedom and social justice as a three-term Member of Parliament to leading...
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Success Stories - Sheikh Shadi Alsuleiman
Sheikh Shadi Suleiman, President of the Australian National Imams Council, shares his remarkable journey from Sydney’s suburbs to global Islamic scholarship and leadership. In this episode of The Safi Bros Podcast, he opens up about the challenges facing the next generation of Muslims in…
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Success Stories - Grandmaster Jemal Hasan
In this powerful episode, Grandmaster Jemal Hasan, 9th Dan black belt and founder of the Olympic Martial Arts Centre, shares his journey from war-torn Cyprus to training champions. With over 50 years of teaching, he unpacks the discipline, faith, and resilience that shaped his life and legacy. A...
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Success Stories - Sheikh Haitham al-Haddad
Sheikh Haitham al-Haddad shares his journey from being a stateless Palestinian born in Saudi Arabia to becoming one of the most influential Islamic scholars in the West. In this powerful episode, he opens up about identity, struggle, and what it truly means to find purpose, resilience, and home.…
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Success Stories - Danny Mikati [Part 2]
In Part 2, Danny Mikati returns with harder-hitting truths. From fraud in our own backyard to the reality of charity optics in war-torn regions, Danny peels back the curtain on what community work really demands. Are we actually helping, or just ticking boxes? A huge thanks to Danny for such an...
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Success Stories - Danny Mikati
Danny Mikati shares raw insights from his journey as a senior police officer working in Sydney’s toughest neighbourhoods, and how his faith shaped his approach to the systemic issues faced by the community. A huge thanks to Danny for such an amazing discussion. Make sure to tune in next week for...
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Success Stories - Moodi Dennaoui
In this episode, we sit down with the 'Diet Doctor', Moodi Dennaoui, a passionate health educator and advocate for Sunnah-based nutrition, to unpack what the Prophet ﷺ taught us about food — and why it matters more than ever today. We discuss Moodi's unconventional approach to nutrition, which…
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Success Stories - Nina Fashik
In this episode, we sit down with Nina Fashik, Islamic Educator and Mindset Coach. Nina reflects on her transition from a demanding corporate career to fully dedicating herself to Islamic work, as well as her personal journey with personal growth, hijab, and navigating relationships in the Muslim...
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Success Stories - Mohamed Gula
Mohamed Gula is a political advocate for the Muslim Community & the manager for Emgage's Million Muslim Votes, Emerging Leaders & Muslim Civic Table programs. In this episode, Mohamed shares his vast experiences in US politics, working as an organizer for the 2016 Hillary Clinton campaign. A huge...
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Success Stories - Shaykha Ieasha Prime
We're back this week to share Shaykha Ieasha Prime's amazing story, from her conversion to Islam, to the brilliant work she does in Islamic Studies & Education as a world-renowned scholar. A huge thanks to Ieasha for such an amazing discussion. Find her on socials @ieashaprime For the video...
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Success Stories - Asad Ansari
How do you succeed in a system that was never built for you? We are back on The Safi Bros Podcast with Asad Ansari, co-founder of Amanah Islamic Finance, lawyer & government advisor. A huge thanks to Asad for such an amazing discussion. For the video podcast, find us on: 📺:...
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Conscious Conversations - Why you have to vote with Jacob Stokes & Fatima Payman
Why do you need to vote? We are back with a special episode of the podcast in the lead-up to the election with Fatima Payman & Jacob Stokes of the Australia’s Voice Party. A huge thanks to Fatima & Jacob for such an amazing discussion. Don’t forget to follow fatima on all platforms @fatimapayman...
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Success Stories - Ahmad Hraichie [Part 3]
We are back with another episode of The Safi Bros Podcast with Ahmad Hraichie, The Muslim Undertaker. It is always such an amazing experience to sit down and talk to Ahmad, this time we discussed what a day in his life looks like, as well as his motorbike accident and how it changed him. We hope...
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Success Stories - Dima Djani
Today, we are honoured to be joined by Dima Djani, the visionary CEO of Hijra, Indonesia’s leading Islamic challenger bank, revolutionising Sharia-compliant financial technology for over 2 billion Muslims worldwide. With a background as Vice President at Société Générale and Citi, and an...
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Success Stories - El-Hajj Hisham Mahmoud
In this episode of The Safi Bros Podcast, we sit down with El-Hajj Hisham Mahmoud, a distinguished scholar, educator, and founder of Lanturna. From studying with scholars in Morocco, Mauritania, and Egypt, to teaching at Yale, Princeton, and Harvard, Shaykh Hisham’s journey is one of deep...
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Success Stories - Stephen Brown
On this episode of the Safi Bros Podcast, we are back with another episode from the Prophetic Summit in Turkiye. We are excited to share the Success Story of Stephen Brown, CEO of the National Council of Canadian Muslims. Stephen is a leader and community organizer with decades of experience in…
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Success Stories - Tina Rahimi
We were honored to meet Tina Rahimi & get to know the girl behind the gloves. Tina has won bronze at the 2022 Commonwealth Games, gold at the 2023 Pacific Games & made it to the 2024 Paris Olympics as the first Australian Muslim woman. Having shared her journey on instagram and created a movement...
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Success Stories - Ahmed Bassal
This week we sat down with the incredible Ahmed Bassal. Ahmed is a business consultant & incredibly experienced Public Speaker and MC with a rich history of uplifting the Muslim community. Ahmed has been a huge part of many amazing projects, such as the global launch of Project Quran, Co-founding...
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Success Stories - Dr Anas Altikriti
In this special episode, we had the privilege of sitting down with the inspiring Dr. Anas Altikriti, founder and CEO of The Cordoba Foundation, aiming to bridge the game of understanding between the Muslim World and the West. From his formative years and the profound influence of his father to…
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Success Stories - Munira Abdullahi
In this inspiring episode, we are joined by the incredible Munira Abdullahi, a trailblazer and role model in every sense. Munira made history as the first Somali-American woman elected to the Ohio Statehouse, where she champions impactful legislation and community advocacy. She is a mentor, a…
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Success Stories - Mohammed Faris
In this inspiring episode of The Safi Bros Podcast, we’re thrilled to welcome Mohammed Faris all the way from the US, renowned author. Mohammed shares his incredible journey and how he’s transforming lives with his insights on productivity, faith, and living a purpose-driven life. Get ready to…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to the Safi Bros Podcast, where faith meets the real world. From their studio in Melbourne, Australia, Ahmed and Ibrahim Safi host raw & unfiltered conversations about the modern Muslim experience, for high-performance leadership and spiritual growth from an Islamic perspective.
Success Stories, bridges the gap between modern success and timeless faith. We aim to motivate and inspire Muslim youth and young professionals who are seeking inspiration and guidance on their own path to success.
Join us for deep-dive conversations with global scholars, visionary entrepreneurs, and community leaders, including guests like Sami Hamdi, Sheikh Dr Yasir Qadhi & Dr Tareq Al-Suwaidan, as we explore mindset, business, and what it means to lead with purpose.
Subscribe for insights on personal development, Muslim identity, and the journey to excellence.
“The best of us are the ones who are most beneficial to othe
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