Profound Conversations

Karim Ali
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  1. “Knowledge, Lineage, and Responsibility: A Browder Perspective”

    2H AGO

    “Knowledge, Lineage, and Responsibility: A Browder Perspective”

    At a moment when information is abundant but wisdom is scarce, Browder’s work challenges audiences to reconsider how they learn, who they trust, and what they do with what they know. What does it mean to pursue knowledge outside dominant institutions—and sustain that pursuit for decades? How does Kemet function not only as history, but as a philosophical and ethical system? What responsibilities come with being part of an intellectual lineage shaped by figures like John Henrik Clarke? How do we navigate truth, power, and contradiction within liberation movements without losing clarity or commitment? These and other important questions will be answered in the enlightening conversation. Follow us on: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/profoundconversations/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/profoundconversations/ The Profound Conversations is written by Karim Ali and Wanda Belle. Our moderator is Dr. Kevin Washington (Mwata Kairi Sankara) PhD. Our Thoughtcast is produced by Erika Christie www.ErikaChristie.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    35 min
  2. When Life Feels Too Heavy:

    JAN 29

    When Life Feels Too Heavy:

    In this illuminating episode of Profound Conversations, we sit down with Dana Gant, a registered nurse and intuitive healer whose practice, Radiant Healing, bridges the wisdom of medicine and the quiet intelligence of intuition. Together, we explore what happens when the weight of life feels too heavy to carry — when the mind races, the body tightens, and rest feels out of reach — and how Dana’s approach offers a gentle path back to balance. Through her signature practice, Sacred Flow, Dana introduces listeners to a simple yet powerful process: guided movement, conscious breathing, and mindful presence. Designed to calm the nervous system and quiet mental noise, Sacred Flow helps release built-up tension, restore grounding, and invite peace back into the body. Even a few minutes, Dana reminds us, can help us feel clearer, calmer, and more in control — as if giving both body and spirit permission to exhale. At the heart of Radiant Healing is Dana’s vision of becoming an effective healing partner — someone who walks alongside her clients as they rediscover their innate capacity to self-heal. Her work integrates: Medical Intuitive Insight to uncover root causes of physical and emotional discomfortEnergy Alignment & Balancing to restore natural flow and vitalityTrauma Release Modalities that gently free the body of stored stressSacred Flow Practices that empower sustainable self-careListeners will leave this conversation with renewed faith in their body’s wisdom, and a sense of hope that healing can feel both spiritual and practical — a radiant return to oneself. Connect with Dana Gant: 🌐 www.RadiantHenalingbyDana.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    30 min
  3. The future of inclusive investing

    JAN 9

    The future of inclusive investing

    The conversation on wealth creation and financial stability in marginalized communities was reframed for a new generation. The dialogue brought financial heavyweight Dyer, whose remarkable journey has taken him from creative arts to global banking and pioneering ethical finance rooted in Islamic principles. Profound Conversation is a listening & dialogue space which brings the foremost thought leaders into a conversation to grapple with the vexing challenges of our times! In an ever evolving world new ideas and transformative ways of being are the lights at the end of the tunnel. Profound Conversations uses intercultural dialogue, extensive community and organizational engagement to initiate valuable cultural, educational, economic, and policy outcomes. To find out more about our show, our mission, and our conversationalists, please go to: https://www.profoundconvos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    19 min
  4. Guardians of the Narrative: The Fate and Future of Black-Owned Media

    12/23/2025

    Guardians of the Narrative: The Fate and Future of Black-Owned Media

    In this episode of Profound Conversations, we enter a dialogue with the stewards of two of the nation’s most enduring African American–owned media institutions—The Washington Informer and The Muslim Journal. Through their histories, struggles, and triumphs, we explore the deeper question: What does it take to sustain authentic Black storytelling in an era where truth itself is contested? Black-owned media outlets have long answered a call larger than journalism. They have stood as protectors of cultural memory, advocates for justice, and interpreters of complex social and political realities affecting Black communities. Yet these institutions operate under unique and often unforgiving pressures: financial precarity, shifting readership habits, political scrutiny, and the constant demand to serve as both chroniclers and defenders of their communities. This conversation brings together leading voices who can speak to the particular ethos, editorial courage, and community-centered missions that distinguish African American–owned outlets from mainstream media—and from one another. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    33 min
  5. Equitable Health by Design

    12/09/2025

    Equitable Health by Design

    Equality Health Foundation Launches the Zip Code Exam Project to Drive Awareness of Health Disparities and Increase Life Expectancy in Underserved Communities Equality Health Foundation is proud to launch the Zip Code Exam—a groundbreaking initiative to bring awareness to health disparities and inequities and improve overall well-being in underserved communities plagued by chronic health conditions, diminished quality of life, and decreased life expectancy. Where you live can potentially have a bigger impact on life expectancy than factors like genetics. From food security, community walkability, job availability, education, housing costs, and access to healthcare—environmental factors determined by geography play a significant role in overall health outcomes and well-being. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    26 min
  6. From Vision to Divine Provision

    11/28/2025

    From Vision to Divine Provision

    In this transformative episode of Profound Conversations, we explore a groundbreaking approach to personal development that bridges the gap between Islamic faith and modern goal achievement. Author Fatimah Linda Howard shares how Muslims can pursue their dreams without compromising their beliefs, introducing the revolutionary concept of "Islamic manifestation" - where blessings come not from the universe, but from Allah, the Most Generous. This conversation challenges the either/or mentality that forces Muslims to choose between worldly success and spiritual devotion, revealing how our deepest ambitions can become acts of worship when approached with the right intention and framework. We'll explore why wanting more - whether in career, wealth, or personal growth - isn't "unspiritual" but rather an opportunity to demonstrate trust in Allah's abundance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    35 min
  7. They Said N*ggas Don't Read

    11/18/2025

    They Said N*ggas Don't Read

    New Documentary in Development Explores the Untold History—and Living Legacy—of Black Bookstores in AmericaBaltimore, MD — [October 28, 2025] — Obelisk Productions is proud to announce the development of They Said: Niggas Don’t Read – The Rise & Fall of the Black Bookstore, a feature documentary set to begin production in January 2026. The film traces the rise, cultural significance, and attempted suppression of Black bookstores across the United States—once vibrant centers of knowledge, political organizing, and community empowerment. Through the voices of former bookstore owners, writers, activists, and patrons, the project explores the Black bookstore ecosystem of readers, authors, publishers, and sellers who built these spaces—alongside those who sought to dismantle them. Directed by two Baltimore-based filmmakers, Sadiq Ali & Karim Ali, with direct ties to this movement, They Said: N****s Don’t Read is both a deeply personal story and a national chronicle of cultural resistance and resilience. To bring this essential story to the screen, the filmmakers are inviting bibliophiles, cultural enthusiasts, and supporters of untold histories to join the movement. A crowdfunding campaign launches Thursday, November 6, 2025, in Baltimore. “This film is more than a documentary—it’s a reclamation,” says co-director Sadiq Ali. “Black bookstores weren’t just places to buy books; they were spaces of safety, imagination, and political power. Their story deserves to be remembered, honored, and shared widely.” W. Paul Coates—one of the film’s primary subjects, founder of Black Classic Press, and father of acclaimed writer Ta-Nehisi Coates—adds: “I am excited to be a part of this project and to also show folks Black bookstores actually haven't gone anywhere and this film is about that past and much more about our future.” JOIN THE MOVEMENTThis is a film built by community, for community. To make it possible, we need your support. Contribute to the campaign, share the story, and be part of preserving a vital piece of American history that still shapes our future. Follow along and join our mailing list at ndrfilm.com and on Instagram @theysaidNDR. Press Contact: Blair McQueen obeliskproductionsllc@gmail.com | 470-775-2931 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    21 min
  8. The American Experiment

    10/21/2025

    The American Experiment

    Profound Conversation invites thought leaders to explore the enduring and contested idea of the “American experiment.” Rooted in Enlightenment principles and launched in 1776, this experiment was never merely about forming a government; it was about testing whether diverse peoples could build and sustain a society on the radical premise that all are created equal and endowed with unalienable rights. Yet, from its inception, the experiment has been fraught with contradiction and doubt. Early observers, including Benjamin Franklin, acknowledged the fragility of this undertaking: “A republic, if you can keep it.” The American project has always been a wager on the capacity of ordinary people to govern themselves, and history has tested that wager—through slavery and the Civil War, through the civil rights struggle, through ongoing debates about equality, justice, and belonging. This episode grapples with the question: Is the American experiment succeeding, failing, or still unfolding in ways we have yet to grasp? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    20 min
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  • Creator
    Karim Ali
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    70
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Karim Ali
  • Show Website
    Profound Conversations