The Ethical Investor Podcast

Ahmed and Amir
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Tired of investing (rather gambling) in everything you understand and don't understand? Do you want to learn how you can make a real, positive impact while making profits? From the stock market, to cryptocurrency, to real estate, we discuss it all and beyond, with ethical lenses.

Episodes

  1. May 16

    Episode 10: Exclusive Interview with Dr. Areeba, Founder of Taqwa Invest: Insider Perspective on the Middle East

    We had the privilege of hosting Dr. Areeba, a leading voice in Islamic Finance, holding a PhD in the field and the founder of Taqwa Invest, a pioneering ethical investment platform recently acquired by a multinational bank’s venture arm’s entity in Dubai. Recognized globally for her impact, Dr. Areeba has been featured in Forbes and was awarded the prestigious Standard Chartered Women in Tech Award in 2021. Together, we explore the principles of - ethical and Islamic finance, - their rapid growth across the Middle East, - while also revisiting few of the core concepts. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in purpose-driven finance and the evolution of global financial systems.

    37 min

  2. Mar 23

    Episode 9 - Gold, Silver & Critical Minerals

    We're delighted to be joined once again by Bedis Mizali from GaiaMine for a sharp, insightful discussion on gold, silver, and critical minerals. We explore today’s market dynamics, supply‑chain shifts, and the geopolitical forces shaping the future of these essential resources. A must‑listen for anyone tracking the evolving global minerals landscape.

    13 min

  3. Jan 2

    Episode 8 - Your Money, Your Legacy: Investing with Ethics & Impact

    In this thought-provoking episode, we sit down with Muadh Masri (M.Phil), an economist and Islamic finance researcher, to challenge the conventional wisdom behind investing. Is profit the ultimate goal - or should we aim for something deeper? Together, we explore how traditional profit-driven models in economics contrast with Islamic economic principles that prioritize ethics, social responsibility, and sustainable impact. If you’ve ever wondered how money can serve a higher purpose, this conversation will reshape your perspective on wealth and value.

    33 min

  4. 08/24/2025

    Episode 7 - Mining & Critical Minerals Industry

    Mining for Truth - This week, we delve into the ethical landscape of the Mining & Critical Minerals industry. We are delighted to have with us Bedis Mizali from GaiaMine, who unpacks the human, environmental, and geopolitical dimensions behind the materials driving the green transition.

    41 min

  5. 01/12/2025

    Episode 6 - Exclusive: Story of Tajikistan’s First Islamic Bank

    We are excited to welcome Abdullo Kurbanov, an accomplished entrepreneur who founded a bank! As the co-founder of Alif Bank and the co-founder and CEO of Ayan Capital, based in London, his journey is truly inspiring. Tune in to this episode to discover his success story and the ethical principles that align with our own mission!

    38 min

  6. 05/12/2024

    Episode 5 - Exclusive: TYC Finance with Mr. Ali Ma

    Ever thought islamic finance exists in China? Case in hand: TYC Finance, based in Hong Kong, was founded on a pragmatic and peaceful islamic belief. In this episode, Mr. Ali Ma, founder of TYC Finance, shares with us his experience working in corporate finance and founding TYC Finance. From corporate finance to China market, we discuss the opportunities islamic finance has in China, and beyond! Learn more about TYC Finance on tycfinance.com

    32 min

  7. 12/31/2023

    Episode 4 - Ethical Guide on Insurance

    Insurance may be complicated yet it is one of the biggest and most trusted sources of investment funds and in this episode, we aim to provide an overview of these components through our ethical lenses.

    16 min

  8. 12/17/2023

    Episode 3 - What is the Stock Market (Part 2)

    In the part 2 of 'What is the Stock Market, we explore the following: Ethical considerations of investing in the stock market, including shareholder value versus stakeholder value. Types of assets on the stock market: stocks, bonds, and derivatives. Permissibility of investing in certain assets from an Islamic finance perspective. Screening tools like Wahid, Zoya Finance, and TYC Finance for identifying Sharia-compliant investments. Concepts of bull market, bear market, bubbles, and market crashes, with reference to past examples.

    14 min

  9. 12/16/2023

    Episode 2 - What is the Stock Market (Part 1)

    Have you always heard people talking about stocks and the stock market but never really understood what are they talking about? Or maybe you have some elements of knowledge about what the stock market is but you kind of want to know a bit more about this fascinating market that is worth about 112 trillion USD in market capitalization (as of July 2023)? In this episode, we learn about the nature and origin of the stock market.

    12 min

  10. 05/18/2023

    Episode 1 - What is Money?

    Welcome to The Ethical Investor Podcast! In this episode, we go back to basics. We talk about the definition(s), the history and the future of money, from the barter system to cryptocurrency. Ahmed & Amir

    13 min

  11. Season 1 Trailer

    Episode 0 - Introduction - Ahmed & Amir

    Welcome to The Ethical Investor Podcast! In this episode, you'll get to know about the hosts (Ahmed & Amir) and the Why, What and How of this podcast. "This podcast is for people who know that merely making money is not the end goal, people who know that, with every money related decision we take, we are having an impact not only on ourselves but also on everything around us, regardless of whether we intend to do so or not. This podcast is for people who want to learn more about how can we make a positive impact while we make money and create value."

    7 min

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Tired of investing (rather gambling) in everything you understand and don't understand? Do you want to learn how you can make a real, positive impact while making profits? From the stock market, to cryptocurrency, to real estate, we discuss it all and beyond, with ethical lenses.

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