The Ansari Podcast

Mahmoud Ansari

Experiencing God Through History, Science, Theology, Art, Psychology and Human Experience. Join us in this all inclusive experience to discover more about yourself and the Muslim world around you. Don’t forget to Subscribe Please! :) A Muslim and Islamic Podcast. Insta: @theansaripodcast

  1. 3d ago

    194 Islamic Psychology: Why Nothing Makes Us Happy Anymore w. Dr. Fahad Khan

    Why does it feel like nothing makes us happy anymore? Why are anxiety, depression, and addiction becoming such common struggles, and what role does our relationship with Allah play in our mental health? In this episode of The Ansari Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Fahad Khan to explore the intersection of Islamic psychology, conventional psychology, and mental health. We discuss how Islam approaches the human soul, the nature of our desires, and why understanding the spiritual dimensions of our struggles is essential to understanding ourselves. We explore the growing influence of pop psychology and the dangers of relying on social media for mental health advice, particularly when complex psychological issues are reduced to oversimplified explanations and trends. Dr. Fahad Khan also shares his perspective on how Islamic psychology complements conventional psychological practices and what he believes is missing from the modern conversation around mental health. The conversation dives deep into anxiety, depression, and addiction, examining the underlying issues that can drive people toward destructive behaviors. From drug addiction and pornography to the relationship between religiosity and substance abuse, we discuss why people turn to these behaviors, what they may be trying to escape, and how addressing the root causes is essential to meaningful recovery. We also explore the role of spirituality in maintaining mental health, the importance of understanding our desires, and how someone can approach recovery without simply treating the symptoms of their struggles. What does genuine healing look like? How can someone overcome addiction without falling back into old patterns? And what does Islam teach us about finding fulfillment in a world where so many people feel increasingly disconnected and unsatisfied? Whether you're struggling with your own mental health, trying to better understand addiction, or interested in how Islamic teachings can inform our approach to psychology, this conversation offers a deeper perspective on the connection between faith, the soul, and the human mind. JOIN OUR WEBSITE MEMBERSHIP! @ https://ansaripodcast.com/ Thank You for Your Support! *The Debt Clinic*: https://www.Thedebtclinic.com/ansari Provision Capital: https://www.provisioncapital.com 00:00 Intro 00:27 What do you think is pop psychology 05:21 What do you think is the difference between Islamic psychology and regular psychology? 06:57 What is happening in our soul when we experience desires? 08:48 Our Partners 10:25 History of Islamic psychology 12:24 Do you ever use anything from conventional psychology? 15:26 Did Allah place these addictions as part of the journey? 19:26 What is happening in our body or soul when we desire something? 38:42 Religious people who are addicts 44:48 What is the most shocking seen you've seen with someone regarding drugs? 48:13 How do you help someone who comes to you with depression and anxiety? 51:18 How do you address the underlying issues behind addiction and drug use? 54:38 What would you say to someone who is secretly struggling with addiction? 01:00:35 What should be the goal of someone recovering from an addiction? 01:03:19 How is your path to God a major sin? 01:14:44 Have you ever encountered a situation where someone was not treatable? 1:17:40 Closing Statements #IslamicPsychology #MentalHealth #AddictionRecovery #IslamAndPsychology #AnxietyAndDepression  Listen on All Audio Platforms: https://tr.ee/JeX-ILYSyj Follow The Ansari Podcast: Instagram: https://instagram.com/ansaripodcast TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@theansaripodcast Twitter/X : https://twitter.com/ansaripodcast

  2. Oct 21

    193: Marriage expert on why so many marriages fall apart w. Imam Bilal Dannoun

    Should you keep fighting for your marriage, or is it time to walk away?When a marriage becomes difficult, it can be hard to know whether you're going through a rough patch or facing deeper problems that cannot be ignored. How do you know if your marriage is worth saving? When is enough enough? And what does Islam teach us about when to stay and when to leave?In this episode of The Ansari Podcast, we sit down with marriage expert Imam Bilal Dannoun to discuss one of the most difficult questions a person can face: How do you know if it's time to end your marriage?We explore the difference between normal marital struggles and serious relationship issues, how to recognize unhealthy patterns, when a marriage can be repaired, and when separation or divorce may be the right decision. We also discuss the role of Islam in navigating marital conflict, the responsibilities of both spouses, and how to approach these life-changing decisions with clarity, wisdom, and faith.Whether you're struggling in your own marriage, questioning your future together, or trying to understand what makes a marriage healthy, this conversation offers valuable insight into the realities of marriage and the difficult decisions that can come with it.JOIN OUR WEBSITE MEMBERSHIP! @ https://ansaripodcast.com/Thank You for Your Support!*The Debt Clinic*: https://www.Thedebtclinic.com/ansariProvision Capital: https://www.provisioncapital.com00:00 Intro00:38 Which Gender is Usually the Issue in a Relationship?02:32 Have men historically been the problem in relationships?04:00 Self Awareness and Growth Mindset is important for men11:13 Our Partners12:50 What do you need to get through the first year of marriage?14:45 Whats the strangest scenario you've seen in a couple?18:03 How does one who is secretly addicted to porn within their marriage resolve that issue?24:40 Are we seeing an increase or decrease in divorce?26:07 What if you're no longer in love with your spouse?30:08 How does one distinguish what their situation is in the marriage?33:16 How do you deal with emotional maturity?56:04 What does emotional abuse look like in the islamic lens?57:07 What are the red flags women should look out for in men before marriage?59:44 Staying in a marriage because of social pressure01:01:22 What's the first thing you try to understand when someone reaches out for divorce?01:09:38 Reasons for Divorce01:14:37 At what point does it make sense to get at divorce?01:16:20 Have you recommended a couple get divorced?01:24:26 What is the practical thing to do before making a final decision on divorce?01:30:34 Does Allah give marriage or divorce advice?01:37:18 What do you want everyone to know about getting married?01:40:36 Outro#MarriageAdvice #DivorceInIslam #IslamicMarriage #MarriageProblems #relationshipadvice Listen on All Audio Platforms: https://tr.ee/JeX-ILYSyjFollow The Ansari Podcast:Instagram: https://instagram.com/ansaripodcastTikTok: https://tiktok.com/@theansaripodcastTwitter/X : https://twitter.com/ansaripodcast

    193: Marriage expert on why so many marriages fall apart w. Imam Bilal Dannoun

  3. Oct 14

    192: How a Young European Kid Discovered Islam w. Thom Defilet

    What happens when you achieve everything the modern world tells you to want, success, wealth, freedom, and comfort, but still feel like something is missing?In this episode of The Ansari Podcast, Thomas Defilit shares his journey from European culture and the Western lifestyle to embracing Islam. His search for truth, happiness, and purpose led him to question everything he once believed about success and what makes life meaningful.Why are so many people in the West struggling to find purpose despite unprecedented material comfort? What does Islam offer that modern society cannot? And what can Muslims learn from the West while rebuilding their own civilization?Thomas and Ansari explore the spiritual emptiness of modern life, European culture, the search for God, ambition, burnout, Muslim identity, and the role of faith in finding lasting fulfillment.We also discuss the mindsets holding Muslims back, what Muslim societies can learn from Europe's achievements, and how a new generation can use its talents to contribute to the revival of Muslim civilization.A powerful conversation about converting to Islam, finding your purpose, and discovering what truly matters in life. CHECK OUT OUR PARTNERS: The Debt Clinic*: https://www.Thedebtclinic.com/ansari Provision Capital: https://www.provisioncapital.com 00:00 Intro 00:22 Why Islam? 06:49 Lifestyle in Europe & Dubai 09:17 Our Partners 10:53 What can Muslims learn from Europe? 23:15 The White Superiority Complex 32:54 Finding you purpose in life 38:32 How to deal with burnout and stress 43:51 Speed-Round Questions 48:13 Outro #convertstory #Islam #SearchForTruth #FindingPurpose #JourneyToIslam Listen on All Audio Platforms: https://tr.ee/JeX-ILYSyj Follow The Ansari Podcast: Instagram: https://instagram.com/ansaripodcast TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@theansaripodcast Twitter/X : https://twitter.com/ansaripodcast

    192: How a Young European Kid Discovered Islam w. Thom Defilet

  4. Oct 7

    191: "There’s a real chance Allah will give Ai consciousness" w. Islam & Science Professor Dr. Shoaib Malik

    What happens to Islam when machines become smarter than us?In this episode of The Ansari Podcast, Professor Shoaib Ahmed Malik explores how artificial intelligence could challenge the way Muslims understand consciousness, the soul, human uniqueness, Islamic scholarship, fiqh, and even the Qur’an.Could AI ever become conscious? If it did, would Islam have to rethink it's positioning at all?What happens when AI can give Islamic advice, retrieve hadith, compare legal opinions, and potentially outperform the average Muslim scholar in certain tasks? Who controls the Ai systems that future Muslims and muftis may rely on?We also explore one of the most provocative questions of the episode: Could AI produce something like the Qur’an? What actually makes the Qur’an miraculous, and is there an objective standard for its inimitability?This conversation goes far beyond technology. It is about the future of Islam, religious authority, human identity, and what AI may force us to reconsider about ourselves. JOIN OUR WEBSITE MEMBERSHIP! @ https://ansaripodcast.com/Thank You for Your Support!*The Debt Clinic*: https://www.Thedebtclinic.com/ansariProvision Capital: https://www.provisioncapital.com 00:00 Intro01:25 AI & Consciousness05:00 Our Partners15:54 Will Ai challenge God's existence?21:00 People Are Marrying Ai!26:39 iMufti: Ai will become an Islamic authority?30:24 Who will control the Ai giving Islamic rulings?37:18 Can AI match the miracle of the Quran?50:37 Ai: Are humans really the best of creation?53:58 Is Islam Open to this AI Future?55:23 What if an AI becomes Muslim?59:22 How Do You Make Sense of AI?01:06:42 Outro #islamandscience #scienceandgod #aiconsciousness #god #science #islam Listen on All Audio Platforms: https://tr.ee/JeX-ILYSyj Follow The Ansari Podcast:Instagram: https://instagram.com/ansaripodcastTikTok: https://tiktok.com/@theansaripodcastTwitter/X : https://twitter.com/ansaripodcast

    191: "There’s a real chance Allah will give Ai consciousness" w. Islam & Science Professor Dr. Shoaib Malik

  5. Sep 23

    190: How a Muslim Woman Influenced America’s President w. Isra Chaker

    How does power actually work in Washington....and who really runs things?Isra Chaker has spent her career building campaigns around human rights, refugees, public policy, and social change. In this episode, she explains how influence actually works behind the scenes in DC. Hav eyou heard of the mechanics of power in Washington DC like: "stakeholder mapping, campaign strategy, and coalition building" , then you don't know how to navigate American politics yet. Isra also shares the story behind one of the most unusual campaigns of her career: renting Donald Trump’s childhood home , turning the house into a global campaign.We also discuss her experience working inside major human-rights organizations, including the conversations and advocacy surrounding Amnesty International’s position on Gaza, and what happens behind the scenes before an organization makes a major public determination.Beyond politics and advocacy, Isra opens up about facing Islamophobia growing up, how those experiences shaped her path, and why she describes herself as a social architect, someone focused on building long-term influence, institutions, and relationships.We also talk about her work with Every Mother, a coalition working to raise millions of dollars to support mothers and babies around the world, and how her own difficult pregnancy made that mission deeply personal.JOIN OUR WEBSITE MEMBERSHIP! @ https://ansaripodcast.comThank You for Your Support!*The Debt Clinic*: https://www.Thedebtclinic.com/ansari*Provision Capital:* https://www.provisioncapital.com 00:00 Intro00:42 She was behind Amnesty International & Gaza?!05:22 How to play the game of power in Washington DC10:05 Our Partners11:41 How to make friends & influence people 10116:58 She Rented Trump’s Childhood Home26:34 How to get people to pay attention to your cause34:45 Muslim Americans don't understand power39:11 Isra's incredible of Trump's presidency42:19 Story from Bullied Muslim Girl to Change Maker56:36 Saving Mothers & Babies Around the World01:07:21 Final Thoughts01:08:21 Outro *Listen on All Audio Platforms:* https://tr.ee/JeX-ILYSyj*Follow The Ansari Podcast**Instagram:* https://instagram.com/ansaripodcast*TikTok:* https://tiktok.com/@theansaripodcast*Twitter/X:* https://twitter.com/ansaripodcastNasheed in Ad: Halal Sounds - SHAJARAYouTube: / @halalsounds24#trump #power #washingtondc #muslimamerican #gaza #howtomakefriends #howtoinfluencepeople

    190: How a Muslim Woman Influenced America’s President w. Isra Chaker

  6. Sep 16

    189: Would Prophet Muhammedﷺ use the U.S Dollar Today? w. Finance Expert Shaikh Navaid Aziz

    Would the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ use our modern financial system?In this powerful conversation, we explore a much bigger question than whether a Muslim can take out a mortgage in America: Would the Prophet ﷺ have accepted an economic system built around fiat currency, debt, and interest — or would he have worked to build an alternative?We break down the European Fiqh Council’s fatwa on conventional mortgages, the difference between the Prophet’s ﷺ approach in Mecca and Medina, and why establishing an independent Muslim marketplace became such an important priority after the Hijrah.The conversation then expands beyond mortgages into the foundations of Islamic economics and Islamic banking. What would a genuinely interest-free financial system look like? Can Muslims build alternatives to conventional banks? What role should gold and silver play in protecting wealth from inflation? And how should Muslim families think about debt, riba, home ownership, saving, and long-term financial planning?At the heart of the discussion is a larger question: instead of only asking how Muslims can function inside the existing financial system, should the Ummah be building institutions of its own?Whether you're thinking about a halal mortgage, conventional mortgage, Islamic home financing, riba, fiat currency, gold and silver, Islamic banking, or the future of Muslim economic independence, this conversation challenges us to rethink what a truly Islamic financial system could look like.Watch the Full Episode here: https://youtu.be/ou2GZyWLi8ESupport The Ansari Podcast: ⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/ansaripodcastMain Channel for Full Episodes: ⁨@TheAnsaripodcast⁩Follow The Ansari Podcast:Instagram: https://instagram.com/ansaripodcastTikTok: https://tiktok.com/@theansaripodcastTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/ansaripodcast#Islamicfinance #Islamicbanking #HalalMortgage #FiatCurrency #prophetmuhammad #wealth #finance

    189: Would Prophet Muhammedﷺ use the U.S Dollar Today? w. Finance Expert Shaikh Navaid Aziz

  7. Sep 9

    188: What's The Tension Between Evolution & Islam? w. Dr. Shoaib Malik

    Does evolution disprove Islam? Was Adam the father of all humans or all hominids? And can the theory of evolution be reconciled with the Qur’an and Islam? In this episode of The Ansari Podcast, Dr. Shoaib Malik, Lecturer in Science and Religion at the University of Edinburgh, joins us to explore Islam and evolution, human origins, Prophet Adam, Darwinian evolution, and the relationship between science and religion and science and Islam. We ask some of the biggest questions surrounding Islam, evolution, and the origin of humanity: Where did human beings come from? What exactly does modern evolutionary science tell us about our ancestry? Were there human-like creatures before Adam? Was Adam biologically related to other hominids? And does accepting evolution conflict with the Qur’an?Dr. Shoaib Malik explains his theory of Adamic Exceptionalism, a framework for understanding Adam within the scientific evidence for human evolution while preserving the theological significance of Adam in Islam. Also...are humans related to monkeys or apes?From Al-Ghazali and Islamic philosophy to genetics, common ancestry, apes, hominids, and endogenous retroviruses (ERVs), we explore where Islamic theology and evolutionary biology overlap — and where the limits of science may begin.We also discuss whether believing in evolution is haram, whether there can be such a thing as “Islamic science,” the relationship between humans and jinn, historical Islamic discussions surrounding the Queen of Sheba, and some of the stranger questions surrounding human origins.Can Muslims accept evolution?Did humans evolve from apes?Were there other human species before Adam?Was Adam the first Homo sapiens?Can the Qur’an and modern science both be true?This is a conversation about Islam and science, evolution and religion, Adam and Eve, human evolution, Islamic theology, the Qur’an, genetics, anthropology, and the origins of mankind.JOIN OUR WEBSITE MEMBERSHIP! @ https://ansaripodcast.comThank You for Your Support!*The Debt Clinic*: https://www.Thedebtclinic.com/ansari*Provision Capital:* https://www.provisioncapital.com00:00 Intro01:59 Is There Anything in Science that Says God Doesn't Exist?05:24 Ghazali & Evolution?07:29 Our Partners09:02 Is Believing in Evolution Haram?18:30 Islam and Evolution Don't Disagree29:37 Humans Have Married Jinn?35:39 Was Queen of Sheba Half Jinn?!38:51 Humans, Apes & Jinn47:04 What Type of Human Was Adam?54:53 DEBATE: Is There Such Thing as "Islamic Science"?01:06:28 Final Thoughts01:07:37 Part 2 Sneak Peek*Listen on All Audio Platforms:* https://tr.ee/JeX-ILYSyj*Follow The Ansari Podcast**Instagram:* https://instagram.com/ansaripodcast*TikTok:* https://tiktok.com/@theansaripodcast*Twitter/X:* https://twitter.com/ansaripodcast#Islam #science #Evolution #Jinn #Adam

    188: What's The Tension Between Evolution & Islam? w. Dr. Shoaib Malik

  8. Sep 2

    187: The Prophetﷺ Hadith…Could AI Bring an Age of Extreme Wealth w. Dr. Waleed Kadous

    Former Chief Scientist & Engineer at Google & Uber & prominent artificial intelligence expert explores the promises, dangers, and unanswered questions surrounding AI, and what its rapid development means for Muslims and the future of the Muslim world. The Prophet Muhammed's Hadith...could AI bring an age of extreme abundance? What makes the frontier of AI dangerous, and will Muslims be apart of this rapidly changing world? AI raises profound moral and religious questions. Can we use AI to determine what is halal and haram? What happens when governments and militaries deploy AI? Should Muslims participate in AI-driven warfare, and how should Islamic frameworks approach the technologies shaping our future? What if there's Ai sex robots, Virtual realities where your parents are still alive, falling in love with an Ai - How will Islam answer the questions of the future? We explore AI, artificial intelligence, the future of technology, Islam and AI, AI ethics, AI consciousness, AI psychosis, AI warfare, halal and haram, Muslims and technology, the Muslim world, AI and education, AI and jobs, governments using AI, data centers, AI models, AI investment, and the future of humanity. JOIN OUR WEBSITE MEMBERSHIP! @ https://ansaripodcast.com Thank You for Your Support! *The Debt Clinic*: https://www.mydebtclinic.com/ansari *Provision Capital:* https://www.provisioncapital.com 00:00 The Prophet'sﷺ Hadith: AI & the time of abundance09:08 Debt Clinic/Provision Capital!10:40 Will AI gain Consciousness? 16:13 The Future of AI and Islam: Sex robots & Fiqh22:56 AI & the rise of small business27:32 "We must embrace AI" Ai VS Islam?36:26 Governments: How will Ai change the balance of power41:52 Who does AI Help More? Israel or...?45:47 Is Ai Losing Money? How Dangerous Are Data Centers?53:08 Can Muslims Lead in Ai or Will Ai Destroy Islam?01:05:04 Ansari AI and Other Projects01:11:55 Speed Round Questions01:15:11 Outro *Listen on All Audio Platforms:* https://tr.ee/JeX-ILYSyj *Follow The Ansari Podcast* *Instagram:* https://instagram.com/ansaripodcast *TikTok:* https://tiktok.com/@theansaripodcast *Twitter/X:* https://twitter.com/ansaripodcast #AI #DataCenters #hadith #islam #prophetmuhammad #futuretech #prophecy #dayofjudgment

    187: The Prophetﷺ Hadith…Could AI Bring an Age of Extreme Wealth w. Dr. Waleed Kadous
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Experiencing God Through History, Science, Theology, Art, Psychology and Human Experience. Join us in this all inclusive experience to discover more about yourself and the Muslim world around you. Don’t forget to Subscribe Please! :) A Muslim and Islamic Podcast. Insta: @theansaripodcast

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  • Creator
    Mahmoud Ansari
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    196
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Mahmoud Ansari
  • Show Website
    The Ansari Podcast

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