Book Nomad: Reading the World

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Book Nomad is a monthly podcast by Muslims for those who love reading, culture and the occasional tough question! Each episode, we explore a book, dive into its themes and see how it applies to our real lives and communities. Instagram: @booknomadpodcast

  1. 07/13/2023

    Mini-episode: Rekiya and Z by Muti'ah Badruddeen (Nigeria)

    A short episode about Muti'ah Badruddeen's novel, Rekiya and Z, discussing the following: Muslim Nigerian and West African portrayals in literature Flawed Muslim characters and their faith Organic portrayals of polygamy rather than emotionally charged, blatantly agenda driven ones

    14 min

  2. 08/25/2022

    Mini-ep: Un homme, ça ne pleure pas by Faïza Guène (France/Algeria)

    A casual tour of this French Algerian novel exploring - Alienation between immigrant parents and their children - French Algerian representation This book has been translated into English as "Men Don't Cry" (translator: Sarah Ardizzone). As always, there are many points that were not covered in this episode. I particularly feel I owe an apology to the mother who was only mentioned from a negative perspective but who of course is misunderstood in her love for her children, like her husband! Apologies for the strange sound quality - I'm not quite sure what happened there.

    26 min

  3. 08/19/2022

    Audio article: Ayesha Dean: The Istanbul Intrigue by Melati Lum (Australia/Turkey)

    Written format on the website here: https://booknomadpodcast.com/reviews/ayesha-dean-istanbul/

    5 min

  4. 08/09/2022

    Audio article: Death is Hard Work by Khaled Khalifa (Syria)

    A new format: articles from the blog read aloud for your listening pleasure. Written original available on the website here: https://booknomadpodcast.com/reviews/death-is-hard-work/

    6 min

  5. 06/07/2021

    How does getting up for Fajr help the Ummah? (Unofficial Mini-ep: Two Gods (US - documentary film)

    What connects the US city of Newark and Gaza? On this journey, I explore the newly-released documentary film Two Gods and discuss - How the attitude behind the camera can transform the impact of a documentary film; - Getting insight into Muslim communities around the world; - Changing the world through worship; - Transforming the Ummah by helping those who live next door; - Taking an Afterlife-based view of success. Film in focus: Two Gods by Zeshawn Ali and Aman Ali. Find more information and a link to the film on the website: https://booknomadpodcast.com/reviews/two-gods

    19 min

  6. 02/19/2021

    Mini-ep. Can history ever really be erased? (Focus: China: Beijing Coma by Ma Jian)

    On this journey, I considered how history continues to exist despite efforts to erase it and  the vulnerability of protests to manipulation. Book in focus: Beijing Coma by Ma Jian (China) As always, you can find further resources and other reviews of this book on the website: www.booknomadpocast.com/reviews/beijing-coma Disclaimer: book features ≠ endorsements. We speak as readers, not experts.

    20 min

  7. 12/21/2020

    Ep. 46: How do we Measure Motherhood? (Theme: Motherhood in Literature)

    On this journey, I'm joined by Safiya as we discuss how the theme of motherhood appears in literature; the motherhood vs career dichotomy; motherhood as a role within a social support system; expectations of worship from and for mothers. For a list of all the books mentioned, go to the post for this episode on the website: www.booknomadpodcast.com/reviews/motherhood.   Disclaimer: book features ≠ endorsements. We speak as readers, not experts.

    1h 11m

  8. 09/23/2020

    Ep 45: What Can We Learn From a Family Tree? (Theme: Multigenerational Sagas)

    On this journey, I’m joined by Safiya as we discuss What we can learn when we consider the impact of events across generations; Taking an intimate look at history; Popularity and book descriptions. For a list of all the books mentioned, go to the post for this episode on the website: www.booknomadpodcast.com/reviews/family-sagas.   Disclaimer: book features ≠ endorsements. We speak as readers, not experts.

    1h 26m
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Book Nomad is a monthly podcast by Muslims for those who love reading, culture and the occasional tough question! Each episode, we explore a book, dive into its themes and see how it applies to our real lives and communities. Instagram: @booknomadpodcast

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  • Creator
    Book Nomad
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2023
  • Episodes
    56
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2021 Book Nomad. All rights reserved.
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    Book Nomad: Reading the World