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New Beginnings is pleased to present to you this monthly podcast for converts, by converts. Join our hosts along with special guests as they discuss issues converts to Islam face before, during, and after conversion. No fluff, no holding back, just honest conversation.
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Bilal and Amanda discuss the legalities surrounding divorce and how it is viewed in Islam. What is an acceptable method of divorce in Islam and when should it be done? How can women safeguard themselves from the rulings being manipulated? Any questions can be forwarded to: info@marifahinstitute.com +44 7852 637330 You can access the New Beginnings pre-marriage course on demand at https://beginnings.org.uk/marriage-registration/ Send us a text Support the show Facebook Instagram TikTok YouT...
Amanda and Bilal host relationship coaches Victoria Matesky and Tafazal Mohammed, founders of Tea For Two https://www.teafortwo.uk/ in this 2-part candid discussion on what makes a successful marriage and why our marriages end up in failure. You can access the New Beginnings pre-marriage course on demand at https://beginnings.org.uk/marriage-registration/ Send us a text Support the show Facebook Instagram TikTok YouTube X
Amanda and Bilal host relationship coaches Victoria Matesky and Tafazal Mohammed, founders of Tea For Two https://www.teafortwo.uk/ in this 2-part candid discussion on what makes a successful marriage and why our marriages end up in failure. You can access the New Beginnings pre-marriage course on demand at https://beginnings.org.uk/marriage-registration/ Send us a text Support the show Facebook Instagram TikTok YouTube X
Amanda and Bilal host trained psychotherapist, Jodie Wozencroft-Reay and mental health worker at Blackburn Hospital, Aisha Jasuleviciute where they offer solutions and resources for positive mental wellbeing with a focus on the convert experience. Find out more about our wellbeing services by visiting beginnings.org.uk/wellbeing/ and beginnings.org.uk/peerconnect Send us a text Support the show Facebook Instagram TikTok YouTube X
Part 2 of 2: Amanda and Bilal are joined by brother Ilyas Foy from Blackburn as they discuss their decades of interactions and experiences navigating various Muslim movements and sects in the UK. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Islam_in_the_United_Kingdom https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shia_Islam https://theusuli.com/2024/10/04/why-i-left-salafism-what-i-learned-from-it/ Send us a text Support the show Facebook Instagram TikTok YouTube X
Part 1 of 2: Amanda and Bilal are joined by brother Ilyas Foy from Blackburn as they discuss their decades of interactions and experiences navigating various Muslim movements and sects in the UK. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Islam_in_the_United_Kingdom https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shia_Islam https://theusuli.com/2024/10/04/why-i-left-salafism-what-i-learned-from-it/ Send us a text Support the show Facebook Instagram TikTok YouTube X
Part 2 of 2: In this episode, we speak about some of the challenges men face after conversion to Islam regarding marriage. We are joined by John and Ismael who share their extensive experience and relate some candid and humorous anecdotes. For convert-specific marriage services, visit solaceuk.org/marriage/ You can access the New Beginnings pre-marriage course on demand at https://beginnings.org.uk/marriage-registration/ Send us a text Support the show Facebook Instagram TikTok YouTube X
Part 1 of 2: In this episode, we speak about some of the challenges men face after conversion to Islam regarding marriage. We are joined by John and Ismael who share their extensive experience and relate some candid and humorous anecdotes. For convert-specific marriage services, visit solaceuk.org/marriage/ You can access the New Beginnings pre-marriage course on demand at https://beginnings.org.uk/marriage-registration/ Send us a text Support the show Facebook Instagram TikTok YouTube X
Bilal and Amanda discuss the process and challenges of converting to Islam coming from an LGBT background with their guests Giles and Joanne who share their own personal experiences of becoming Muslims. If you have any queries regarding this podcast, please contact us at info@beginnings.org.uk Send us a text Support the show Facebook Instagram TikTok YouTube X
Bilal and Amanda were joined by Hanan Sandercock and Hamza Robertson to discuss their experiences with their families after conversion. The panel has a collective convert experience age of more than 90 years. Send us a text Support the show Facebook Instagram TikTok YouTube X
Bilal and Amanda are joined by recent converts Persephone and Exauce to discuss the topic of identities after conversion and imposter syndrome. Send us a text Support the show Facebook Instagram TikTok YouTube X
We were joined by converts Zahra and Ahmed who shared their insightful experiences adapting to gender interactions after conversion. Send us a text Support the show Facebook Instagram TikTok YouTube X
As part of Islamophobia awareness month, Amanda and Bilal discuss discriminatory experiences that converts may face after conversion and how to deal with them in the appropriate manner, with their special guest, sister Haniya from Birmingham. Send us a text Support the show Facebook Instagram TikTok YouTube X
Bilal and Amanda host Lauren Booth as they discuss the challenges that converts to Islam face when raising children in a religious context. Send us a text Support the show Facebook Instagram TikTok YouTube X
One of the most frequent things we're asked at New Beginnings is, 'How will I know when I'm ready to convert to Islam?' In this episode, podcast hosts Sh Bilal and Amanda, along with guests Monica, Martin and Samantha, discuss this question, including our personal experiences, both positive and challenging! Send us a text Support the show Facebook Instagram TikTok YouTube X
This month, Bilal and Amanda speak to Anse Tamara Gray, founder of Rabata, about culture and Islam. How do we distinguish between culture and Islam and are converts free of cultural baggage? Send us a text Support the show Facebook Instagram TikTok YouTube X
In this episode, we were joined by Dr. Akmal Shakoor from AskDoc, a voluntary organisation that aims to engage, educate & empower ethnic minority communities on health (twitter.com/askdoc1) and Shaykh Bilal Brown who answered your medical and religious questions pertaining to Ramadan and fasting, respectively. Send us a text Support the show Facebook Instagram TikTok YouTube X
Amanda and Bilal are joined by Imam Suhaib Webb from the US as they have a candid discussion about their own experiences as converts during the time of non-Islamic religious festivals and they give sincere advice to those new to the faith at this critical time. Send us a text Support the show Facebook Instagram TikTok YouTube X
Amanda and Bilal join Rumela to welcome the new season of podcasts, give an update on New Beginnings' activities and discuss the topic of loneliness. Send us a text Support the show Facebook Instagram TikTok YouTube X
We continue the topic of marriage with Ustadha Ameena Blake of Eden Houses UK, with an honest look at some common pitfalls faced by converts when trying to find a spouse. From what to ask, red flags to watch out for, to what to include in your contract, we've covered it all! You can access the New Beginnings pre-marriage course on demand at https://beginnings.org.uk/marriage-registration/ Send us a text Support the show Facebook Instagram TikTok YouTube X
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