Wise Women with Daisy Khan

Dr. Daisy Khan

Subscribe to @WiseWomenWithDaisyKhan. Every week, we sit down for real conversations about faith, identity, and the stuff that actually matters. This is a space for unfiltered information about Islam and Muslims, straight up, no spin. And it's also a community where interfaith allies come together, struggling and striving to make the world a better place. When Taliban leaders sat across the table and Muslim women's rights hung in the balance, Dr. Daisy Khan didn't flinch. WISE Women is where faith gets real and women's voices get amplified. We talk about building bridges, not walls. About an Islam rooted in justice, equality, and acknowledging women's pivotal role. About the social issues that divide us, and how we might come together. This is for the curious. For people who don't always understand each other but want to. A place to belong when you're feeling lost. We believe women are civilization's heroes. They are not on the periphery, they are central to community building, to society, to the world. We will highlight that truth, episode after episode. Too many people have talked about religion without women's vantage point. That ends here. Subscribe if you're tired of empty words and want something realm something that leaves you not just thinking, but ready to build a better world together.

  1. 3d ago

    9/11 Was Our Tragedy Too A Mother's Fight To Honor Her Muslim Son's 9/11 Sacrifice

    In this episode of Wise Women, Daisy Khan speaks with Talat Hamdani, whose son Salman was killed on 9/11 while responding to the attacks. Talat shares the story of Salman’s final moments and the painful search to find him, as his family held on to hope that he might still be alive. They also discuss how Muslim victims and their families were treated in the aftermath of 9/11. Talat shares her fight to have Salman’s sacrifice recognized, from getting a street in Bayside named after him to continuing to push for his recognition as a first responder at the 9/11 Memorial. Talat reflects on the stereotypes placed on Muslim Americans, the need to honor the Muslims who lost their lives, and the importance of moving beyond barriers of race, ethnicity, and faith. She also shares how she continues to speak out for Salman, while finding healing through painting and Arabic calligraphy. As the 25th anniversary approaches, Talat and Daisy discuss the debate around Mayor Mamdani attending the 9/11 Memorial and why every family affected by the tragedy deserves to have their grief and sacrifice honored. [06:51] Salman’s Final Moments [07:56] The Search for Salman [09:43] Learning Salman Had Died [10:57] Hoping for a Miracle [11:03] Muslim Victims and Their Families [12:41] Fighting to Honor Salman [13:45] Proving Salman Was a NYPD Cadet [14:26] Salman’s Place at the Memorial [15:54] Talat’s Ongoing Struggle [17:34] The Stereotypes Against Muslims [20:37] Grief and Healing Through Art [21:50] The 9/11 Memorial Debate [23:05] Fighting for Justice [23:25] Reaching the Decision Makers Daisy's Socials: Website: https://daisykhan.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daisykhan.n... Linkedin:   / drdaisykhan  Facebook:   / daisy.khan.56246  X: https://x.com/DaisyKhan #WISEWomen #DaisyKhan #WISEMuslimWomen #WISEWomenPodcast #911Anniversary #September11 #SalmanHamdani #TalatHamdani #911Memorial #MuslimAmericans #Islamophobia #MuslimStories #FirstResponders #9_11 #Healing #SharedHumanity

    9/11 Was Our Tragedy Too  A Mother's Fight To Honor Her Muslim Son's 9/11 Sacrifice
  2. Aug 26

    Podcast Episode 46: Prophet Muhamad's Birthday

    Daisy Khan marks the birthday of Prophet Muhammad, describing why he is considered history’s most influential figure, citing his 23-year transformation of seventh-century Arabia and Michael Hart’s ranking of him as number one.  She frames him as a “mercy to the worlds,” whose guidance advanced moral clarity, compassion, women’s rights, care for orphans and the poor, and kindness to animals and the environment, while highlighting his forgiveness in granting general amnesty after returning to Mecca.  Khan recounts his orphaned childhood, the first revelation beginning with “read,” and reforms such as women’s inheritance, choice in marriage, divorce, and property rights, and institutional charity. She connects his example to modern issues—Islamophobia, sexism, climate degradation, warfare ethics, and pluralism through the Medina Charter—quoting his final sermon on racial equality.  She closes by addressing controversy over celebrating Mawlid, arguing Islam allows respectful disagreement rooted in intention. 00:37 Why Muhammad Matters 01:52 Mercy to All Creation 03:22 Forgiveness and Compassion 04:50 Seventh Century Arabia 05:47 Revelation and Reform 06:55 Living the Message 07:19 Guidance for Today 09:05 Final Sermon Equality 10:03 Mawlid Debate 11:39 Closing Reflections #WISEWomen #DaisyKhan #WISEMuslimWomen #WISEWomenPodcast #Islam #Islamawareness #Islameducation #Islamophobia #Muslim #MuslimHeritage #ProphetMuhammad #ProphetBirthday #MawlidalNabi #Khadijah #InterfaithDialogue #MuslimNarratives #CrossCulturalUnderstanding #AuthenticStories #PeaceThroughMedia #ReligiousTolerance Connect with Dr Daisy Khan: Website: https://daisykhan.com/ https://www.wisemuslimwomen.org/ Podcast: https://wisewomenwithdaisykhan.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drdaisykhan/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WiseWomenwithDaisyKhan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/WISEwomenwithdaisykhan/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576656401275

    Podcast Episode 46: Prophet Muhamad's Birthday
  3. Aug 14

    Christian & Muslim: What Do We Really Believe?

    In this episode, Daisy Khan sits down with Catholic theologian and author Dr. Jordan Denari Duffner to explore why some Christians fear Islam, how Islamophobia persists, and what Christians can do to move beyond fear and engage Muslims as friends, neighbors, and partners in building a more just society. -Do Christians and Muslims worship the same God? -What is the place of Jesus in Islam? -How ignorance, stereotypes, and political rhetoric fuel Islamophobia. -Why interfaith friendship, solidarity, and shared action can help build a more just world. 00:00 Why Christians Fear Islam 00:56 Why Learn About Islam 01:56 Does Dialogue Dilute Faith 04:02 Disagree Without Fear 05:03 Roots of Islamophobia 08:18 Defining Islamophobia 10:00 Gender Stereotypes Trope 10:53 Solidarity and Dialogue 14:32 Jesus in the Quran 17:07 Treat Muslims as Neighbors 18:28 Working Together for Justice 19:30 Projects and Resources 21:31 Rapid Fire Q and A   Dr. Daisy Khan's Socials: Website: https://daisykhan.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daisykhan.nyc/?hl=en LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drdaisykhan/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/daisy.khan.56246/ X: https://x.com/DaisyKhan Dr. Jordan Denari Duffner Socials: Website: jordandenari.com  Substack: https://jordandenariduffner.substack.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jordan.denariduffner/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jordandenariduffner/ X: https://twitter.com/jordandenari Where to Get The Book: Islamophobia: What Christians Should Know (and Do) about Anti-Muslim Discrimination Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Islamophobia-Christians-Should-Anti-Muslim-Discrimination/dp/1626984107/ref=sr_1_4?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.YXovXmN95-r9pH3avJwj4Xjd2Owc0S8r0g5pcdm4rVDGjHj071QN20LucGBJIEps.q6wji83cIcJllv4hDkCS2Hj6gX-fEyEFkcc4sEzJrQM&dib_tag=se&qid=1777402885&refinements=p_27%3AJordan+Denari+Duffner&s=books&sr=1-4&text=Jordan+Denari+Duffner Bookshop.org: https://bookshop.org/p/books/islamophobia-what-christians-should-know-and-do-about-anti-muslim-discrimination-jordan-denari-duffner/7c02bd2cfbbbcd28

    Christian & Muslim: What Do We Really Believe?
  4. Jul 31

    Time Hoppers: Muslim Heroes At Last

    Welcome to another episode of Wise Women with Daisy Khan, where we explore the stories that shape who we are and the legacies that connect generations. What happens when history is no longer something confined to textbooks, but something young people can experience, imagine, and live? In this inspiring conversation, filmmaker Michael Milo and educator Flordeliza Dayrit introduce Time Hoppers, a groundbreaking film project that brings history to life through adventure, storytelling, and cultural discovery. At a time when many young people feel disconnected from their roots, Time Hoppers offers a powerful reminder that understanding where we come from helps us understand who we are. Through creativity, imagination, and meaningful storytelling, the film invites audiences to travel across time, uncover forgotten stories, and build bridges between generations. This is Wise Women with Daisy Khan—because every story has the power to connect us across time. #TimeHoppers #MichaelMilo #FlordelizaDayrit #WiseWomenWithDaisyKhan #Storytelling #History #Education #CulturalHeritage #IntergenerationalLearning #Film #Identity #Culture #youtheducation Connect with Dr. Daisy Khan: Website: https://daisykhan.com/ LinkedIn: @drdaisykhan Podcast: Wise Women with Daisy Khan Instagram: daisykhan.nyc Twitter: DaisyKhan Connect with Michael Milo & Flordeliza Dayrit: Website: https://www.muslimkids.tv/ LinkedIn:   / flordeliza-dayrit-aa38561a3  LinkedIn:   / milomichael  Instagram:   / muslimkids.tv  X:   / muslim_kidstv  Facebook:   / muslimkidstv  YouTube:    / miloproductionsinc

    Time Hoppers: Muslim Heroes At Last
  5. Jul 30

    What happens when a Princess slays her inner Darth Vader?

    In this episode, Daisy sits down with Robert De Sena to talk about his book Chrysallia: The Princess of Possibility, a modern fairy tale where a young princess faces darkness not with a sword, but with intuition, love, and compassion. Robert shares how criticism of his earlier book The Dragon Slayer, which accidentally turned the princess into a prize, which pushed him to write a story that actually empowers women.   They explore the meaning behind Chrysallia's name, her rite of passage, and the idea that the most dangerous dragon is the one we carry inside us: ego, fear, and self-doubt.   They also discuss interfaith unity and symbols from the book, like what the prism-colored flower represents, the meaning of the black-and-white leopard, and a mountain epiphany that challenges the idea that any one religion has a monopoly on truth.   If you've ever wondered what it takes to lead with courage and compassion, this conversation is for you.   00:53 Why Write Chrysallia 00:57 From Dragon Slayer to Empowerment 02:19 Meaning of Chrysallia 03:24 Mythology and Spiritual Awakening 06:02 Campbell and the Masks 07:01 Her Powers and Hero Journey 08:30 Three Trials to Enlightenment 10:54 Facing the Inner Dragon 12:38 Prism Flower and Unity 14:09 Mountain Epiphany of Faiths 15:42 Totems Leopard and Tree 17:17 Duality Men Women and Healing 19:28 Closing Thanks and Book Robert's Socials: Website: https://councilforunity.org/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-de-sena-b46a2b2b9/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robert.j.desena   Daisy's Socials: Website: https://daisykhan.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daisykhan.nyc/?hl=en Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drdaisykhan/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/daisy.khan.56246/ X: https://x.com/DaisyKhan

    What happens when a Princess slays her inner Darth Vader?

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Subscribe to @WiseWomenWithDaisyKhan. Every week, we sit down for real conversations about faith, identity, and the stuff that actually matters. This is a space for unfiltered information about Islam and Muslims, straight up, no spin. And it's also a community where interfaith allies come together, struggling and striving to make the world a better place. When Taliban leaders sat across the table and Muslim women's rights hung in the balance, Dr. Daisy Khan didn't flinch. WISE Women is where faith gets real and women's voices get amplified. We talk about building bridges, not walls. About an Islam rooted in justice, equality, and acknowledging women's pivotal role. About the social issues that divide us, and how we might come together. This is for the curious. For people who don't always understand each other but want to. A place to belong when you're feeling lost. We believe women are civilization's heroes. They are not on the periphery, they are central to community building, to society, to the world. We will highlight that truth, episode after episode. Too many people have talked about religion without women's vantage point. That ends here. Subscribe if you're tired of empty words and want something realm something that leaves you not just thinking, but ready to build a better world together.