Divorced Muslims: A Second Chance

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Welcome to 'Divorced Muslims: A Second Chance' - The Podcast that uplifts voices for both Divorced and Single Muslims. Please note this podcast is for everyone – single never married, divorced, widowed people. The discussions on this podcast reflect what many British Muslims say and feel privately but hesitate to admit publicly The aim of these discussions is to demonstrate the reality of the marriage search through honest, but principled conversations. Each guest has the option to change their name to maintain anonymity. Some guests are looking for marriage and at the end of their episode they will take part in a 60 second ‘talking profile’. So who knows, you may just find your spouse through this podcast! If anyone is interested in being a guest or wants to advertise their services/brand on our podcast or if anyone simply wants to get in touch, please email us please: divorcedmuslims@gmail.com

  1. 1D AGO

    Season 3 - Episode 7 - Farook

    In this episode, we are joined by Brother Farook. Farook runs his own social media pages: Instagram, TikTok and YouTube - @disqualified_dads. These pages raise awareness of the plight of non-resident parents. Brother Farook shares his personal journey through divorce, the challenges of being a non-resident parent, and the struggles within the family court system. He discusses the emotional impact of divorce, the importance of self-improvement, and the realities of navigating the modern Muslim marriage market. Farook emphasises the need for open communication and understanding in relationships, while also addressing societal expectations and the stigma surrounding divorce. Farook also discusses the subject of polygamy. He concludes with insights on personal growth and the qualities he seeks in a future partner. Farook also completes a marriage profile at the end. So if you fit his criteria and he fits yours, then do get in touch! 00:00 Introduction 01:47 Farook's Divorce Story 06:47 Impact of Divorce 09:59 Relationship with children 15:07 Bouncing Back from Divorce 19:24 Farook's Social Media Pages, Coaching and Martial Arts 24:56 Marriage Search Post Divorce 26:02 Farook's challenges in his marriage search 33:01 Is a man's worth defined by his wealth? 36:18 Standards v Unrealistic Expectations 38:14 Polygamy 40:16 Delaying disclosure of the fact that one is divorced 44:56 Society Perception: Divorced Man v Divorced Woman 46:12 Green Flags v Red Flags 46:51 Solutions to the difficulty of the marriage search 48:44 Game: Red Light / Green Light 50:01 Rapid Fire Round 52:02 Marriage Profile 53:23 Farewell

    55 min

  2. 5D AGO

    Season 3 - Episode 6 - Alina

    In this episode, we are joined by Alina – a 26-year-old sister who is Single Never Married. Alina shares her experiences and challenges in her search for marriage as a British Muslim. She discusses the difficulties of finding a suitable partner, the connection between mental health and the marriage search, and the role of family in the marriage search. Alina also addresses the stigma surrounding divorce, the unrealistic expectations set by social media, and the influence of apps on the marriage search landscape. Throughout the discussion, she emphasises the importance of self-awareness, communication, and positivity in the journey towards finding a life partner. Alina also attended our Marriage Event in July 2025. She discusses her experience of this event. Alina was one of the most popular sisters at this event! Alina also completes a marriage profile at the end of this episode – so if you fit her criteria and she fits yours then follow the instructions and who knows you may just end up getting married! 00:00 Introduction to Sister Alina 02:22 Alina's Marriage Search Experiences 07:08 Alina's Marriage Event Experience 10:08 Why are British Muslims finding it hard to get married 11:47 The Connection Between Mental Health and the Marriage Search 13:29 How important is Fincancial Stability in a man? 14:21 Alina's Mahr Requirement 15:23 Standards v Unrealistic Expectations 17:04 The Role of Apps in the Marriage Search 18:56 Marriage: An Option or a Priority? 19:33 Polygamy 22:03 The Marriage Search Crisis: Self inflicted? 25:23 Family Involvement in the Marriage Search 27:15 Delaying telling potentials that you are divorced 28:45 Is fear a valid reason to marry? 30:00 Society Perception: Divorced Man v Divorced Woman 30:53 Green Flags v Red Flags 31:31 Potential Solutions to the Marriage Search 32:38 Game: Red Light / Green Light 33:53 Rapid Fire Round 35:24 Alina's Marriage Profile

    38 min

  3. MAR 4

    Season 3 - Episode 5 - Tareena

    In this episode, we are joined by Sister Tareena. Tareena runs a social media page on Tiktok with the handle: @thatgirl.tamtam. Tareena’s page is about healing people giving them hope. Tareena offers one to one advice for sisters who want to discuss their problems. If any sister wants to contact her you can email her: info.work2021@yahoo.com Tareena shares her personal journey through divorce, the challenges she faced, and her insights on the marriage search as a divorcee. She discusses the emotional impact of her divorce, the importance of self-discovery, and the societal expectations surrounding marriage. Tareena emphasises the need for realistic expectations in relationships, the role of parental involvement, and the stigma attached to being divorced. She also offers advice on overcoming heartbreak and the significance of trusting in Allah's plan. 00:00 Introduction 01:25 Tareena's divorce story 04:28 The Impact of Divorce 06:38 Mistakes and Regrets in Marriage 10:01 Bouncing Back from Divorce 11:16 Marriage Search as a Divorcee 17:24 Why are British Muslims finding it difficult to get married? 19:14 Standards v Unrealistic Expectations 20:09 The Role of Marriage Apps 21:55 Do British Muslims actually want marriage? 23:31 Self-Inflicted Marriage Search Crisis 24:34 Family Involvement: Advice v Control 27:30 Emotional Intimacy without Commitment 29:22 How does one get over heart break? 33:20 Delaying telling a potential that you are divorced 38:25 Fear based Marriages 40:20 Society Perception: Divorced Man v Divorced Woman 42:30 Green Flags v Red Flags 42:41 Solutions 43:52 Once an Abuser always an Abuser? 44:52 What Tareena does and how to contact her 45:52 Game: Red Light / Green Light 47:25 Rapid Fire Round 48:40 Marriage Profile 49:47 Final Thoughts

    51 min

  4. MAR 2

    Season 3 - Episode 4 - Asiya

    In this episode, Sister Asiya shares her personal journey through marriage and divorce, discussing the challenges she faced, the decision to leave her marriage, and the impact of her experiences on her personal growth. She reflects on the expectations and standards in relationships, the stigma surrounding divorce, and the complexities of seeking a new partner as a single mother. The conversation also touches on the role of family in marriage decisions, the influence of marriage apps, and the broader marriage crisis within the Muslim community. 00:00 Introduction 01:10 Asiya's Divorce Story 06:19 Taking the Khula route 07:52 Experience of the Khula Process 09:45 Impact of Divorce 11:14 Mistakes made in the marriage 13:04 Bouncing back from divorce 15:38 Being a Single Mother and looking for marriage 18:37 General Questions 25:41 Family Involvement in Marriage Decisions 29:27 Stigma of Divorce in the Muslim Community 31:51 The Role of Fear in Marriage Decisions 33:01 Society Perception: Divorced Man v Divorced Woman 34:31 Red flags v Green Flags 35:03 Solutions 35:55 Game: Red Light / Green Light 35:59 Fun and Games: Red Light, Green Light 37:21 Rapid Fire Round 39:01 Farewell

    40 min

  5. FEB 25

    Season 3 - Episode 3 - Radiya

    In this episode we are joined by Radiya – a social media influencer. Radiya’s TikTok handle is @p.s.wegotthis Radiya shares her personal journey through divorce, discussing the emotional impact it had on her mental health and the lessons learned. Radiya describes divorce as a shattering experience and for six months, she struggled to cope, questioning the path she had followed and the societal expectations that had shaped her decisions. This introspection opened her eyes to the importance of self-awareness and understanding one’s motivations, leading her to encourage others to reflect on their own lives. The conversation explores the challenges faced by British Muslims in the marriage market, including cultural pressures, the stigma surrounding divorce, and the role of marriage apps. Radiya emphasises the importance of emotional maturity, understanding one's own needs, and the significance of green flags in relationships. The discussion also touches on the influence of family in marriage decisions and the need to redefine success beyond marital status. 00:00 Introduction 02:05 Radiya's Divorce Story 04:21 Impact of Divorce 05:53 Mistakes in the marriage 06:42 Bouncing back from divorce 07:25 Why are British Muslims finding it hard to get married 09:41 Older generation v new generation 11:50 Standards v Unrealistic Expectations 13:38 Paradox of Choice 15:35 Green Flags v Red Flags 17:55 Has marriage become an option rather than a priority? 21:54 Apps: Improved or damaged the marriage search? 25:03 Family involvement: Advice or Control? 28:05 Fear based marriages 31:22 "I was good enough to talk to but not good enough to marry" 33:17 The Stigma of divorce 36:06 Society Perception: Divorced Men v Divorced Women 37:56 When to reveal to a potential you are divorced 40:12 Solutions to the marriage search 46:22 Game: Red Light / Green Light 47:45 Rapid Fire Round 48:54 Farewell

    49 min

  6. FEB 23

    Season 3 - Episode 2 - Imran

    In this episode, Imran shares his personal journey through divorce, discussing the prevalent issues within the Muslim community regarding marriage and divorce. He reflects on the causes of his divorce, the challenges of co-parenting, and the impact of divorce on personal identity. Imran emphasises the importance of community support, compassion, and empathy in navigating relationships post-divorce. He also addresses the stigma surrounding divorced individuals and the marriage crisis faced by British Muslims, advocating for the creation of safe spaces for singles to meet and connect. Also Imran launched his own podcast to share experiences and support others going through divorce. Imran’s podcast is called ‘The Divorced Muslim Dad Podcast’. 00:00 Introduction 02:00 Imran's Divorce Story 15:12 Impact of Divorce 21:26 Bouncing Back from Divorce 28:56 Why are British Muslims finding it difficult to get married? 41:04 Delaying telling a potential that you are divorced 43:33 Society Perception: Divorced Men v Divorced Women 46:37 Game: Red Light / Green Light 47:22 Rapid Fire Round 49:53 Marriage Profile 52:01 Final Thoughts

    54 min

  7. FEB 22

    Season 3 - Episode 1 - Hasinah

    In this episode, Sister Hasinah shares her personal journey through divorce, motherhood, and the challenges of co-parenting. She reflects on the impact of her divorce on her mental health and the lessons learned about relationships and expectations in marriage. Hasinah discusses the stigma surrounding divorce in the Muslim community and emphasises the importance of honesty and self-awareness in the marriage search. She also addresses the challenges of co-parenting and the need for strong family dynamics, while offering insights into the current marriage crisis faced by many British Muslims. 00:00 Introduction 00:59 Hasinah's divorce story 14:32 Impact of Divorce 16:44 Bouncing back from Divorce 21:42 Hasinah's marriage search 23:42 Hasinah shares an experience in her marriage search 25:14 Co-Parenting 30:38 General Questions 48:03 Did the trauma from the divorce cause Autism? 55:28 Game: Red Light / Green Light 56:30 Rapid Fire Round 57:27 Conclusion and Reflections

    58 min

  8. SEASON 3 TRAILER

    Season 3 - Trailer

    We continue our podcast into Season 3. Season 3 is all about dealing with modern complexities of the marriage search. This trailer gives a snippet of each guest on Season 3. Trust me. You do not want to miss this! So hit the follow button. All episodes will be released over the next month or so. Find Divorced Muslims: A Second Chance on Spotify, Apple Podcast and YouTube

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Welcome to 'Divorced Muslims: A Second Chance' - The Podcast that uplifts voices for both Divorced and Single Muslims. Please note this podcast is for everyone – single never married, divorced, widowed people. The discussions on this podcast reflect what many British Muslims say and feel privately but hesitate to admit publicly The aim of these discussions is to demonstrate the reality of the marriage search through honest, but principled conversations. Each guest has the option to change their name to maintain anonymity. Some guests are looking for marriage and at the end of their episode they will take part in a 60 second ‘talking profile’. So who knows, you may just find your spouse through this podcast! If anyone is interested in being a guest or wants to advertise their services/brand on our podcast or if anyone simply wants to get in touch, please email us please: divorcedmuslims@gmail.com

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