Sukoon - A NASIMCO Podcast

Welcome to a new series brought to you by NASIMCO - where we explore the rich history, challenges, and successes of the North American Shia Muslim community.Introducing Ashiqali Damani of Thrive with Age.Please note: the views expressed in the podcast are of the individual and may not reflect the views and opinions of NASIMCO.

Welcome to a new series brought to you by NASIMCO - where we explore the rich history, challenges, and successes of the North American Shia Muslim community.Introducing Omar Khamissa, Chief Mobilization Officer at National Council of Canadian Muslims (NCCM).Please note: the views expressed in the podcast are of the individual and may not reflect the views and opinions of NASIMCO.

Welcome to a new series brought to you by NASIMCO - where we explore the rich history, challenges, and successes of the North American Shia Muslim community.Introducing Mulla Ali Fadhil.Please note: the views expressed in the podcast are of the individual and may not reflect the views and opinions of NASIMCO.

Welcome to a new series brought to you by NASIMCO - where we explore the rich history, challenges, and successes of the North American Shia Muslim community.Introducing Sheikh Abdul Mateen Charbonneau and Sheikh Saed Kulayni of 2nd Chance Books. Please note: the views expressed in the podcast are of the individual and may not reflect the views and opinions of NASIMCO.

Welcome to a new series brought to you by NASIMCO - where we explore the rich history, challenges, and successes of the North American Shia Muslim community.Introducing Ali Hassanali, CEO of Al Ayn Social Care Foundation USA. Show notes: https://youtu.be/vXxhotGvp7whttps://youtu.be/PVZIZCj_5KwPlease note: the views expressed in the podcast are of the individual and may not reflect the views and opinions of NASIMCO.

Welcome to a new series brought to you by NASIMCO - where we explore the rich history, challenges, and successes of the North American Shia Muslim community.Introducing Rahat Husain of Shia Muslim Foundation. Please note: the views expressed in the podcast are of the individual and may not reflect the views and opinions of NASIMCO.

Welcome to a new series brought to you by NASIMCO - where we explore the rich history, challenges, and successes of the North American Shia Muslim community.Introducing Sh Hasnayn Kassamali of Toronto

Welcome to a new series brought to you by NASIMCO - where we explore the rich history, challenges, and successes of the North American Shia Muslim community.Introducing Abbas Bandali, from Austin, Texas.

Sukoon is being reimagined! Welcome to a new series brought to you by NASIMCO - where we explore the rich history, challenges, and successes of the North American Shia Muslim community. Introducing Al Haj Hussein Walji, from Minnesota as our first guest!

Join us for a special conversation with our host, Farhana Kassamali, and our guest, Neil Nasser.TW: Please note, this episode contains potentially triggering discussions. If you or someone you know is in crisiss, or in need of support, please see the following resources:Naseeha Helpline Number: 1 (866) 627-3342Muslim Crisis Text Line: Text SALAM to 741741Nisa Helpline (Women): 1 (888) 315-NISA (6472)Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of NASIMCO.

Join us for a special conversation with our host, Farhana Kassamali, and our guest, Marzia Hassan. TW: Please note, this episode contains potentially triggering discussions. If you or someone you know is in crisiss, or in need of support, please see the following resources:Naseeha Helpline Number: 1 (866) 627-3342Muslim Crisis Text Line: Text SALAM to 741741Nisa Helpline (Women): 1 (888) 315-NISA (6472)Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of NASIMCO.

Join us for a special conversation with our host, Farhana Kassamali, and our guest, Dr. Hasnain Walji.TW: Please note, this episode contains potentially triggering discussions. If you or someone you know is in crisiss, or in need of support, please see the following resources:Naseeha Helpline Number: 1 (866) 627-3342Muslim Crisis Text Line: Text SALAM to 741741Nisa Helpline (Women): 1 (888) 315-NISA (6472)Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of NASIMCO.

Join us for a special conversation with our host, Farhana Kassamali, and our guest, Dr. Sayed Ammar NakshawaniTW: Please note, this episode contains potentially triggering discussions. If you or someone you know is in crisis, or in need of support, please see the following resources:Naseeha Helpline Number: 1 (866) 627-3342Muslim Crisis Text Line: Text SALAM to 741741Nisa Helpline (Women): 1 (888) 315-NISA (6472)Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of NASIMCO.

Join us for a special conversation with our host, Farhana Kassamali, and our guest, Dr. Sayed Moustafa Qazwini, live at the Muslim Group of USA and Canada's 39th Annual Conference in Chicago, IL.Dr. Sayed Moustafa Qazwini is the Founding Imam of the Islamic Educational Center of Orange County and Founding President of the Shia Muslim Council of Southern California. He is a graduate of the Islamic seminary of Qum and holds a PhD in Islamic Studies from UK.  Dr. al-Qazwini’s associations include being one of the founding members of the council of Shia Muslim Scholars of North America, Co-chair of the West Coast Dialogue of Muslims and Catholics, a senior advisor for the United Muslim American Association and the founder of Ahlulbayt Islamic Seminary of California. Dr. al-Qazwini spends much of his time lecturing across the United States and the world, and participating in interfaith and intrafaith dialogues and various panels at churches and universities.Recorded on December 24, 2023.This special podcast is one of four live episodes recorded during the Conference.Learn more about the Muslim Group here: https://events.themuslimgroup.orgFollow them on instagram @muslimgroupDisclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of NASIMCO.

Join us for a special conversation with our host, Farhana Kassamali, and our guest, Sayyed Hassan Ali Rizvi, live at the Muslim Group of USA and Canada's 39th Annual Conference in Chicago, IL. Sayyed Hassan Ali Rizvi was born & raised in NJ.  He attended Rutgers College, NJ and graduated in 2007, with his BA in Political Science and his minor in Computer ScienceWhile in college, he focused his studies on politics and religion in the Middle East and the Islamic World. He studied subjects such as Islamic Jurisprudence, Arab-Israeli Conflict, Democracy & Reform in Post-Revolutionary Iran, American Foreign Policy, Defense Policy, Terrorism in International Relations, Israeli Politics, and Islam, Democracy, & Violence in the Islamic World. Saiyid Hasan began his formal Islamic studies in 2010 at the Imam Ali (a) Seminary in Orlando, FL and graduated in 2012.Sayyed studied General Islamic Sciences with a focus on the intellectual sciencesin Qom from 2014-2020.He has done Private Research on Western Issues, Tableegh Methodology, Islamic Parenting, Islamic Education, Spiritual-Psychology.He has been serving as the resident ‘aalim for the Husseini Islamic Center in Orlando, Florida since April 2020.Recorded on December 24, 2023.This special podcast is one of four live episodes recorded during the Conference.Learn more about the Muslim Group here: https://events.themuslimgroup.orgFollow them on instagram @muslimgroupDisclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of NASIMCO.

Join us for a special conversation with our host, Farhana Kassamali, and our guest, Dr. Ghassan Zalzaleh live at the Muslim Group of USA and Canada's 39th Annual Conference in Chicago, IL. Dr. Zalzaleh is the head of the Board of Trustees of the Muslim Group of USA and Canada.Recorded on December 24, 2023.This special podcast is one of four live episodes recorded during the Conference.Learn more about the Muslim Group here: https://events.themuslimgroup.orgFollow them on instagram @muslimgroupDisclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of NASIMCO.

Join us for a special conversation with our host, Farhana Kassamali, and our guest, Dr. Ghassan Zalzaleh live at the Muslim Group of USA and Canada's 39th Annual Conference in Chicago, IL. Dr. Zalzaleh is the head of the Board of Trustees of the Muslim Group of USA and Canada. Recorded on December 24, 2023. This special podcast is one of four live episodes recorded during the Conference.Learn more about the Muslim Group here: https://events.themuslimgroup.orgFollow them on instagram @muslimgroupDisclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of NASIMCO.

Join us for a special conversation with our host, Farhana Kassamali, and our guest, Sayyid Sameer Ali.TW: Please note, this episode contains potentially triggering discussions. If you or someone you know is in crisiss, or in need of support, please see the following resources:Naseeha Helpline Number: 1 (866) 627-3342Muslim Crisis Text Line: Text SALAM to 741741Nisa Helpline (Women): 1 (888) 315-NISA (6472)Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of NASIMCO.

Join us for a special conversation with our host, Farhana Kassamali, and our guest, Sheikh Nabil Awan.TW: Please note, this episode contains potentially triggering discussions. If you or someone you know is in crisiss, or in need of support, please see the following resources:Naseeha Helpline Number: 1 (866) 627-3342Muslim Crisis Text Line: Text SALAM to 741741Nisa Helpline (Women): 1 (888) 315-NISA (6472)Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of NASIMCO.

Join us for a special conversation with our host, Farhana Kassamali, and our guest, Dr. Sayed Ali Abbas Razawi.TW: Please note, this episode contains potentially triggering discussions. If you or someone you know is in crisiss, or in need of support, please see the following resources:Naseeha Helpline Number: 1 (866) 627-3342Muslim Crisis Text Line: Text SALAM to 741741Nisa Helpline (Women): 1 (888) 315-NISA (6472)Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of NASIMCO.

Join us for a special conversation with our host, Farhana Kassamali, and our guest, Sheikh Dr. Faiyaz Jaffer.TW: Please note, this episode contains potentially triggering discussions. If you or someone you know is in crisiss, or in need of support, please see the following resources:Naseeha Helpline Number: 1 (866) 627-3342Muslim Crisis Text Line: Text SALAM to 741741Nisa Helpline (Women): 1 (888) 315-NISA (6472)Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of NASIMCO.

Join us for a special conversation with our host, Farhana Kassamali, and our guest, Sheikh Bilal Hussain, live from our 2023 Annual NASIMCO Conference at Al Mahdi Center, SIJNY, in Hicksville, New York. TW: Please note, this episode contains potentially triggering discussions. If you or someone you know is in crisiss, or in need of support, please see the following resources:Naseeha Helpline Number: 1 (866) 627-3342Muslim Crisis Text Line: Text SALAM to 741741Nisa Helpline (Women): 1 (888) 315-NISA (6472)Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of NASIMCO.

Join us for a special conversation with our host, Farhana Kassamali, and our guest, Farwah Sheikh. You can find her on TikTok @farwahwasheikh.TW: Please note, this episode contains potentially triggering discussions. If you or someone you know is in crisiss, or in need of support, please see the following resources:Naseeha Helpline Number: 1 (866) 627-3342Muslim Crisis Text Line: Text SALAM to 741741Nisa Helpline (Women): 1 (888) 315-NISA (6472)Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of NASIMCO.

Join us for a special conversation with our host, Farhana Kassamali, and our guest, The Rogue Muslim. You can find her on Twitter and Instagram @theroguemuslimTW: Please note, this episode contains themes of suicide, depression, and other potentially triggering discussions. If you or someone you know is in criss, or in need of support, please see the following resources:Naseeha Helpline Number: 1 (866) 627-3342Muslim Crisis Text Line: Text SALAM to 741741Nisa Helpline (Women): 1 (888) 315-NISA (6472)Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of NASIMCO.

Join us for a special conversation with our host, Farhana Kassamali, and our guest, Hussein Charara.Hussein Charara is Licensed practitioner in CBT. In his practice he deals with topics including marriage, mental health, drug and substance abuse. Br. Hussain is a renowned Islamic speaker and teacher, and co-founder of Wise Academy, with two schools in Dearborn, Michigan and Orlando, Florida, both private, college-prep schools. Br. Hussein also hosts Camp Taha, the only Muslim-owned summer camp in North America.TW: Please note, this episode contains themes of sexual violence, domestic violence, suicide, depression, self harm, substance abuse, and other potentially triggering discussions. If you or someone you know is in criss, or in need of support, please see the following resources:Naseeha Helpline Number: 1 (866) 627-3342Muslim Crisis Text Line: Text SALAM to 741741Nisa Helpline (Women): 1 (888) 315-NISA (6472)Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of NASIMCO.

Join us for a special conversation with our host, Farhana Kassamali, and our first guest, Anisa Diab.Anisa Diab earned her Master's degree in Community Counseling from The University of Scranton with a Bachelor's in Psychology from Salisbury University. She is a Faith-Based Mental Health Professional and National Certified Counselor. Anisa is also a national speaker on Muslim mental wellness, mental health stigma, suicide prevention, and Islamophobia among others.Previously, Anisa worked as a therapist at various campus counselling centres. She was also Coordinator from the STAND4YOU suicide prevention program at Salisbury University's Counseling Center. Later, Anisa worked as a Crisis Counselor for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline.Currently, Anisa provides faith-based online counseling sessions with clients world-wide at www.ansiadiab.com. You can also follow her instagram @anisa.diabTW: Please note, this episode contains themes of domestic violence, suicide, depression, and other potentially triggering discussions. If you or someone you know is in criss, or in need of support, please see the following resources:Naseeha Helpline Number: 1 (866) 627-3342Muslim Crisis Text Line: Text SALAM to 741741Nisa Helpline (Women): 1 (888) 315-NISA (6472)Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of NASIMCO.