Explore every episode of the podcast DoubleTake, a Yaqeen podcast
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| Season Finale! Believing in the Unseen with Dr. Omar Suleiman | 01 Mar 2023 | 00:53:04 | |
In Surat al-Hujurat verse 18, Allah (SWT) says: “Surely Allah knows the Unseen of the heavens and earth. And Allah is All-Seeing of what you do.” Al-Ghaib, or the Unseen, refers to knowledge that is only known to Allah, such as knowledge about the angels and jinn, heaven and hell, and fate and predestination. 📨 Share your feedback! https://yqn.io/podcastfeedback | |||
| Building Prophetic Communities for Women, with Usts. Lobna Mulla & Maryam Amir | 22 Feb 2023 | 01:04:37 | |
The Prophet (S) once critically said, “O people! Some of you scare people away [from faith].” He was addressing the best generation of Muslims when he said this, so it certainly still applies today. 📨 Share your feedback! https://yqn.io/podcastfeedback | |||
| Prove that God Exists, with Sh. Hamza Karamali | 21 Dec 2022 | 00:43:00 | |
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| Season Finale - Are Religiosity and Mental Health Connected? with Dr. Osman Umarji and Dr. Farah Islam | 06 Jul 2022 | 00:42:33 | |
The importance of mental health is discussed everywhere today, from workplaces and schools to television shows and social media. In most cases, however, it has a distinctly secular approach. There is rarely any mention of the role that faith and spirituality can play in mental well-being. 📨 Share your feedback! https://yqn.io/podcastfeedback | |||
| James Webb Telescope: Muslims in Space with Dr. Aycha Tammour | 29 Jun 2022 | 00:38:18 | |
The James Webb Space Telescope is set to be operational by July as NASA’s flagship mission in astrophysics. In the coming years, we are expected to learn more about the first stars and galaxies after the Big Bang, and we may see significant progress toward becoming a multi-planetary species. 📨 Share your feedback! https://yqn.io/podcastfeedback | |||
| Islam and Abortion with Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sr. Hanaa Hasan | 22 Jun 2022 | 01:00:17 | |
Abortion is dominating headlines as the United States Supreme Court considers a decision that could lead to it being outlawed in many states. While the political debate is framed as being either pro-life or pro-choice, the Islamic perspective is not so simple. 📨 Share your feedback! https://yqn.io/podcastfeedback | |||
| Muslims & Crypto: Will we fall behind? with Sh. Joe Bradford | 15 Jun 2022 | 00:56:18 | |
Bitcoin, Ethereum, Dogecoin, and more. Cryptocurrency has continuously made headlines in recent years, but despite the popularity of the subject, it seems like there is still no consensus about how Muslims should engage with it. 📨 Share your feedback! https://yqn.io/podcastfeedback | |||
| Overcoming Pørnography with Dr. Omar Husain | 08 Jun 2022 | 00:57:49 | |
Pørnography. It’s a word that’s taboo to say out loud in many of our communities, yet it’s responsible for psychological, spiritual, and social harms on a scale that is almost impossible to comprehend. While it is common knowledge that watching pornography is forbidden in Islam, its addictive nature makes it difficult to overcome. 📨 Share your feedback! https://yqn.io/podcastfeedback | |||
| The Man's Role at Home with Sh. Mohammad Elshinawy | 01 Jun 2022 | 01:05:52 | |
Every culture has expectations for men and women about their roles at home and in society, but the line between cultural practices and religious duty isn’t always clear. The role of men is often reduced to being the financial provider for the home, but does this fully capture their responsibilities? 📨 Share your feedback! https://yqn.io/podcastfeedback | |||
| Responding to Suicide with Dr. Farah Islam | 25 May 2022 | 00:42:22 | |
If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts or a crisis, please reach out immediately to the S∪icide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255 or to you local prevention centers or mental health experts . 📨 Share your feedback! https://yqn.io/podcastfeedback | |||
| How to Stop Being Jealous (Part 2) with Srs. Najwa Awad and Sarah Sultan | 18 May 2022 | 00:43:36 | |
Jealousy can be psychologically and spiritually devastating if it goes unchecked, but that doesn’t have to be the case. 📨 Share your feedback! https://yqn.io/podcastfeedback | |||
| Social Media and Jealousy (Part 1) with Srs. Sarah Sultan and Najwa Awad | 11 May 2022 | 00:35:58 | |
Jealousy is a complex emotion that causes anger, sadness, pettiness, and other negative feelings. Nobody wants to feel jealous, yet this hyper-connected age of oversharing makes it easier than ever to become consumed by it. What causes jealousy? What are the psychological and spiritual harms of letting it fester? How can our relationship with Allah help us make sense of these feelings? In the first episode of a two-part special, host Mohamad Zaoud talks to Sr. Sarah Sultan and Sr. Najwa Awad, co-authors of the Yaqeen Institute paper, “‘Why Is Everyone’s Life Better than Mine?’ Protecting Yourself from the Dangers of Comparison.” 📨 Share your feedback! https://yqn.io/podcastfeedback | |||
| Earthquake in Türkiye and Syria: "Why didn't God stop it?" - Special with Sh. Mohammed Elshinawy | 10 Feb 2023 | 00:32:34 | |
On February 6th, a devastating earthquake hit Türkiye and Syria. Over 12,000 lives have been lost, and thousands more have been injured and displaced. When tragedies and disasters occur, it’s understandable to wonder, “Why did God let this happen?” Are natural disasters a form of punishment from God? Are they a warning to turn back to Him? If Allah is Merciful, why does He allow suffering to exist? Join host Mohamad Zaoud as he discusses these questions and more with Sh. Mohammad Elshinawy, author of the Yaqeen paper, “Why Do People Suffer? God’s Existence & the Problem of Evil.” 📨 Share your feedback! https://yqn.io/podcastfeedback | |||
| Ramadan Special: Ramadan is Coming to an End with Ust. Lobna Mulla | 27 Apr 2022 | 00:32:55 | |
For many people, our Ramadan excitement is high at the beginning, lower near the middle, and high again toward the end. 📨 Share your feedback! https://yqn.io/podcastfeedback | |||
| Ramadan Special: Are we failing new Muslims? with Sh. Abdullah Oduro | 20 Apr 2022 | 00:52:15 | |
We often hear that Islam is the fastest growing religion in the world, but conversions to Islam aren’t necessarily the main reason for this growth. In fact, despite the appeal of Islam to many people who seek the truth about God, joining a new faith community can be difficult, and some converts struggle to hold onto their religion. What are some of the challenges that new Muslims face? What can Muslims do, as communities and individuals, to help converts on their journeys? What role can Ramadan play to strengthen their resolve? Join host Mohamad Zaoud as he sits down with Sh. Abdullah Oduro, Head of Convert Resources at Yaqeen Institute, to discuss the convert experience. 📨 Share your feedback! https://yqn.io/podcastfeedback | |||
| Ramadan Special: "Why am I sinning if Shaytan is locked up in Ramadan?" with Dr. Tamara Gray | 13 Apr 2022 | 00:53:05 | |
Ramadan is the month Muslims wait all year for. It’s a time when devils are chained and mosques are full of worshipers. But what does it mean if we find ourselves falling into familiar sins during this blessed month? Can our fasts still be accepted if we commit sins while fasting? And what does an ideal Ramadan fast look like? How can we make the most of the moments when we aren’t able to worship directly? 📨 Share your feedback! https://yqn.io/podcastfeedback | |||
| Ramadan Special: Fasting Ramadan: The 7 Rivers to the Heart with Ust. Ieasha Prime | 06 Apr 2022 | 00:27:27 | |
Note: The quote Ustadha Ieasha mentions at 8:00 (“Allah says…”) is not a verse from the Qur’an, but a quote from the Israa’eeliyyaat, a narration from the people of the Book. It means that Allah (SWT) puts love and knowledge of Himself in the heart of His slave. 📨 Share your feedback! https://yqn.io/podcastfeedback | |||
| Ramadan with DoubleTake! Season 3 Teaser | 31 Mar 2022 | 00:00:49 | |
Season 3 of DoubleTake is finally here! New episodes will be released weekly starting next Wednesday, inshaAllah - starting with four Ramadan specials! 📨 Share your feedback! https://yqn.io/podcastfeedback | |||
| "I was closest to God in prison" - The Story of Yusef Salaam | Special Episode | 09 Mar 2022 | 00:47:42 | |
In 1989, at fifteen years old, Dr. Yusef Salaam was tried and convicted in the “Central Park Jogger” case along with four other Black and Latino teenage boys. The infamous case made headlines around the world. The Exonerated Five spent between seven to 13 years behind bars for crimes they did not commit, until their sentences were overturned in 2002. 📨 Share your feedback! https://yqn.io/podcastfeedback | |||
| Season Finale! Prove the Qur'an is a Miracle with Sh. Suleiman Hani | 05 Jan 2022 | 00:49:00 | |
Among the most foundational beliefs of Muslims is that the Qur’an is the divine, preserved, unparalleled Speech of God. The Qur’an itself challenges those who deny it to “produce something like it” if they are truthful in their claim. This is known as the eternal challenge of the Qur’an, and it is part of demonstrating that the Qur’an’s authorship cannot reasonably be attributed to anyone but God. 📨 Share your feedback! https://yqn.io/podcastfeedback | |||
| Smartphones are Hijacking our Spirituality with Dr. Zara Khan | Season 2 Episode 11 | 29 Dec 2021 | 00:46:01 | |
Modern technology has made it easier than ever to instantly connect with a world far bigger than our local neighborhoods. It’s given us the opportunity to learn, work, and keep up with our loved ones no matter where we are, and in the midst of a global pandemic, this has been a blessing for a lot of people. However, the smartphone era has also introduced new challenges to our spirituality that we aren’t always aware of. 📨 Share your feedback! https://yqn.io/podcastfeedback | |||
| Stuck in Habitual Sin with Sh. Yahya Ibrahim | Season 2 Episode 10 | 22 Dec 2021 | 00:47:47 | |
Human beings are imperfect, and no one knows this better than God, but He has given us resources that can help us better understand our shortcomings and how to come back when we stray from His path. 📨 Share your feedback! https://yqn.io/podcastfeedback | |||
| "Is Islam a Man’s Religion?" with Ust. Zaynab Ansari | Season 2 Episode 9 | 15 Dec 2021 | 00:39:54 | |
Islam was revolutionary at preserving and elevating the rights of women when it was revealed over 1400 years ago, but today’s challenges and sensibilities may cause us to wonder if that is still the case. However, many of our concerns have been addressed as early as the time of the Prophet (S), when female companions asked him about differences in the way men and women were addressed in the Qur’an. 📨 Share your feedback! https://yqn.io/podcastfeedback | |||
| Trusting God, The Provider, with Dr. Jinan Yousef | 08 Feb 2023 | 00:37:16 | |
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| Special! Faith, Poverty, and Community with Dr. Tahir Wyatt | Season 2 Episode 8 | 08 Dec 2021 | 00:37:03 | |
The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) compared the believers to one body; when one limb aches, the whole body feels it. However, the members of this body come from different backgrounds, and this can sometimes cause us to become disconnected from one another and from our responsibilities to each other. 📨 Share your feedback! https://yqn.io/podcastfeedback | |||
| "Is Islam too difficult?" with Dr. Tesneem Alkiek | Season 2 Episode 7 | 01 Dec 2021 | 00:38:23 | |
Have you ever felt it was difficult to follow Islamic practices? 📨 Share your feedback! https://yqn.io/podcastfeedback | |||
| "Can faith make me happy?" with Dr. Yasien Mohamed | Season 2 Episode 6 | 24 Nov 2021 | 00:42:01 | |
“Life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.” This phrase from the United States Declaration of Independence presents three examples of rights that it says have been given to all people. 📨 Share your feedback! https://yqn.io/podcastfeedback | |||
| "How do we talk about drugs and alcohol?" with Dr. Jibran Khokhar | Season 2 Episode 5 | 17 Nov 2021 | 01:05:30 | |
The consumption of drugs and alcohol is a subject that is under-discussed and understudied in the Muslim community. The legalization of marijuana and easy access to vapes and electronic cigarettes should push parents and guardians to take the lead on these conversations in their homes. 📨 Share your feedback! https://yqn.io/podcastfeedback | |||
| "How to Pray for Your Children" with Sh. Ibrahim Hindy | Season 2 Episode 4 | 10 Nov 2021 | 00:34:43 | |
God has given us the ability to reach out to Him for guidance and support in all our affairs, and one of the most challenging of those affairs is parenthood. God does not expect us to fulfill our responsibilities on our own, and He has filled the Qur’an with examples of righteous parents and their prayers for their children. 📨 Share your feedback! https://yqn.io/podcastfeedback | |||
| "What does it mean to trust God?" with Sr. Roohi Tahir | Season 2 Episode 3 | 03 Nov 2021 | 00:51:18 | |
God has promised us that with every hardship comes ease, and we know that He does not send any tests or difficulties without the means to seek His aid and relief. Why, then, do we sometimes struggle to trust His plan? What is missing from our understanding of God that can help us feel comfortable with the unknown? What does it look like to do our part and take action? 📨 Share your feedback! https://yqn.io/podcastfeedback | |||
| "How can I bring peace to my heart?" with Dr. Jinan Yousef | Season 2 Episode 2 | 27 Oct 2021 | 00:55:14 | |
Human beings naturally desire to be in a state of peace, but understanding what that means can be complicated, and the journey to attaining it is full of challenges and distractions. 📨 Share your feedback! https://yqn.io/podcastfeedback | |||
| "How can I connect with the Qur'an?" with Sh. Mohammad Elshinawy | Season 2 Episode 1 | 20 Oct 2021 | 00:33:10 | |
The Qur’an is the rope of Allah that saves all who hold onto it. It is nourishment for our souls and a light that discerns between truth and falsehood. But its messages and meanings cannot be unlocked without tadabbur: deep and regular reflection. What role should the Qur’an play in the daily lives of those who believe its message? What are the barriers preventing us from building meaningful and transformative relationships with the Qur’an? What steps can we take to finally feel like we’re connecting with God’s final message? 📨 Share your feedback! https://yqn.io/podcastfeedback | |||
| Season 2 Special! DoubleTake with the Producers | 13 Oct 2021 | 00:32:41 | |
The DoubleTake production team makes their first on-camera appearance, alongside host Mohamad Zaoud, to talk about season one, their favorite episodes so far, and what they’re looking forward to exploring in Season Two: The World Through the Qur’an. 📨 Share your feedback! https://yqn.io/podcastfeedback | |||
| Season 2 Trailer - The World Through the Qur'an | 07 Oct 2021 | 00:00:50 | |
Are you ready?! Season 2 of DoubleTake kicks off next Wednesday. Join host Mohamad Zaoud as he sits down with special guests to explore how the Qur'an can strengthen our faith, change our perspectives, and help us understand ourselves and the world around us. Have some thoughts you want to share? We'd love to hear them! Share your feedback here: yqn.io/podcastfeedback 📨 Share your feedback! https://yqn.io/podcastfeedback | |||
| The State of Masculinity, with Dr. Osman Umarji | 01 Feb 2023 | 00:52:34 | |
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| We're on hiatus! Season 2 Coming soon. | 09 Aug 2021 | 00:00:27 | |
We hope you enjoyed season 1! Catch up on Season 1 if you haven't already and make sure to follow us on Instagram for Season 2 updates. 📨 Share your feedback! https://yqn.io/podcastfeedback | |||
| "Can Activism Be Guided by the Qur'an & Sunnah?" with Dr. Omar Suleiman | Season 1 Episode 12 | 08 Jul 2021 | 01:09:17 | |
The struggle for social justice has shaped many of our conversations in recent years. Issues like police brutality, income inequality, and the oppression of minorities are at the forefront of the minds of many. What does Islam have to say about our role as believers in addressing social injustices? What are the issues that we should be mindful of as we enter activist spaces? How can we navigate these spaces without compromising our faith? In this episode, host Mohamad Zaoud talks to Dr. Omar Suleiman, author of the Yaqeen Institute paper “Faithful Activism: A Sunnah Framework,” about how Muslims should approach social activism. 📨 Share your feedback! https://yqn.io/podcastfeedback | |||
| "Was it the First Constitution Ever Written?" with Dr. Ovamir Anjum | Season 1 Episode 11 | 23 Jun 2021 | 00:35:23 | |
The document known as the ‘Constitution of Medina’ has been described as the first-ever written constitution in human history. Some attempt to use it to defend and formulate their political views, while others question its authenticity and significance. How important is the ‘Constitution of Medina’ to our view of an ideal society? What were the major goals and themes of this document? How relevant are they to our practice and understanding of Islam today? In this episode, host Mohamad Zaoud talks to Dr. Ovamir Anjum, author of the Yaqeen Institute paper “The ‘Constitution’ of Medina: Translation, Commentary, and Meaning Today.” 📨 Share your feedback! https://yqn.io/podcastfeedback | |||
| "How Important was Aisha (ra)?" with Ust. Nuriddeen Knight | Season 1 Episode 10 | 09 Jun 2021 | 00:34:46 | |
Aisha (ra), the wife of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, was known for her level of scholarship, her love for the Messenger ﷺ, and her love for Islam. Yet these days, many conversations about her life center on the age when she got married. How can we understand this incident considering how we view marriage today? More importantly, what are we missing by reducing her story and contributions to simply a number? 📨 Share your feedback! https://yqn.io/podcastfeedback | |||
| "Why Do Muslims Experience Doubt?" with Dr. Youssef Chouhoud | Season 1 Episode 9 | 02 Jun 2021 | 00:47:02 | |
It can often be unclear what causes someone to struggle with their faith and identity as a Muslim. The roots of religious doubt can vary from person to person, and they manifest in ways that may be contrary to popular belief. To better understand this phenomenon, Dr. Youssef Chouhoud fielded a survey of over 600 Muslims across America and asked them to share their opinions on various social, political, and religious issues. In this episode, host Mohamad Zaoud sits down with Dr. Chouhoud to understand his findings on the sources, subjects, and manifestations of religious doubt outlined in his Yaqeen Institute paper "What Causes Muslims to Doubt Islam? A Quantitative Analysis." 📨 Share your feedback! https://yqn.io/podcastfeedback | |||
| "What’s the Point of Repentance?" with Sr. Roohi Tahir | Season 1 Episode 8 | 26 May 2021 | 00:31:52 | |
Seeking forgiveness after wronging someone can be difficult, but how do we seek redemption from the Lord of the Universe? How do we know that our repentance has been accepted? And if God is All-Powerful, All-Knowing, and the Most Merciful, why do we have to seek forgiveness in the first place? 📨 Share your feedback! https://yqn.io/podcastfeedback | |||
| "Is "Counter-Radicalization" Hurting Muslims?" with Dr. Tarek Younis | Season 1 Episode 7 | 19 May 2021 | 00:45:48 | |
There is a rapidly growing industry in the Western world dedicated to fighting radicalization, the process of individuals developing an intent to support or commit acts of political violence. But is this industry accomplishing what it claims to be working toward? If it is, then at what cost? In this episode, host Mohamad Zaoud talks to Dr. Tarek Younis, author of the Yaqeen Institute paper “Counter Radicalization - A Critical Look into a Racist New Industry,” about the racism that underlies strategies and policies like Countering Violent Extremism (USA) and Prevent (UK). 📨 Share your feedback! https://yqn.io/podcastfeedback | |||
| "Has COVID Impacted My Faith?" with Dr. Rania Awaad | Season 1 Episode 6 | 07 Apr 2021 | 00:37:09 | |
COVID-19 vaccines are becoming more available around the world, and people are starting to return to their places of work, recreation, and worship. However, life still feels far from normal for many of us. How have the lives of Muslims changed during the past year? What can we learn from the experiences of early Muslims who endured similar plagues? 📨 Share your feedback! https://yqn.io/podcastfeedback | |||
| "Will My Children Be Muslim?" with Dr. Osman Umarji | Season 1 Episode 5 | 31 Mar 2021 | 00:40:36 | |
Apostasy and atheism have been on the rise in America in the past decade. Although Muslim families transmit their religious affiliation to their children at higher rates than Christians in America, approximately 20% of those raised as Muslims do not identify as Muslim in adulthood. 📨 Share your feedback! https://yqn.io/podcastfeedback | |||
| "Does Praying Tahajjud Make a Difference?" with Dr. Tamara Gray | Season 1 Episode 4 | 24 Mar 2021 | 00:32:21 | |
Tahajjud, or qiyaam ul-layl, is the voluntary night prayer that was recommended by the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). It is a simple act of worship that can have profound benefits. In this episode, host Mohamad Zaoud talks to Dr. Tamara Gray, author of the Yaqeen Institute paper “Tahajjud: Fuel for the Self and Society,” about how tahajjud can reinvigorate your personal relationship with God and your ability to contribute to positive social change. 📨 Share your feedback! https://yqn.io/podcastfeedback | |||
| Why Do We Need Hadith? with Dr. Jonathan Brown | 25 Jan 2023 | 00:41:50 | |
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| "If God is Merciful, Why Does Hellfire Exist?" with Sh. Mohamed Elshinawy | Season 1 Episode 3 | 17 Mar 2021 | 00:34:05 | |
The Qur’an frequently describes God as the Most Merciful, but it also describes the severity of Hellfire. How do we reconcile God’s mercy with His punishment? In this episode, host Mohamad Zaoud explores this question with Sheikh Mohammad Elshinawy, author of the Yaqeen Institute paper “The Infinitely Merciful and the Question of Hellfire.” 📨 Share your feedback! https://yqn.io/podcastfeedback | |||
| "Did Islam Spread by the Sword?" with Hassam Munir | Season1 Episode 1 | 10 Mar 2021 | 00:32:51 | |
The question of how Islam started from a small desert city in the Arabian Peninsula to eventually reach Spain and China is sometimes reduced to the faith being “spread by the sword.” 📨 Share your feedback! https://yqn.io/podcastfeedback | |||
| "Is Trauma Affecting My Faith?" with Sarah Sultan and Najwa Awad | Season 1 Episode 1 | 03 Mar 2021 | 00:46:14 | |
In a recent study of over 17,000 individuals, 64% of them had experienced something traumatic during their childhood years. Trauma can be something your friend endured as a child, an event your sibling has kept private to themselves, or a load that you have been quietly carrying with you without even realizing it. In this episode, host Mohammed Zaoud talks to licensed therapists Najwa Awad, LSCW-C and Sarah Sultan, LPC, LMHC, authors of the Yaqeen Institute series “Trauma: Your Lord Has Not Forsaken You,” about the impact of trauma on faith. 📨 Share your feedback! https://yqn.io/podcastfeedback | |||
| DoubleTake with Yaqeen | Trailer | 20 Feb 2021 | 00:00:25 | |
Have you ever heard something about Islam that made you double take? Questions like “with our political climate, will my children be Muslim?” or “if God is the Most Merciful, why does Hellfire exist?” 📨 Share your feedback! https://yqn.io/podcastfeedback | |||