The Mint

The Mint explores the dreams, aspirations and challenges of Muslims and immigrants across the diaspora.

Reputation and Relationships: Lessons for my teenage self

The girls discuss society's fixation with women's bodies and reputations, dating and things they wish they knew as young girls.

02-26
01:19:24

Am I ready for Ramadan 2024? We're back!

The pod is back! Why the long break, and some reflections from last Ramadan with practical tips on how to be ready for this Ramadan.

02-19
33:25

S01E05 - Professional life makes focusing on Iman difficult

The girls explain why they haven't uploaded in weeks, discuss having to minimize their "Muslimness" in the workplace, and whether being a young working professional allows for space to focus on improving faith (iman). 

05-18
50:11

S1E4: Silent and Strong: Let's Talk about Mental Health

This weeks episode we are joined by our guest Mohammed; we talk about growing up in an immigrant household, the feeling of not belonging to a tribe, the impact it has had on his mental health and challenges young men face when seeking help. 

04-04
01:05:40

S1E3 - Ramadan prep: setting goals, avoiding burps and losing weight

Dietician Sabrah @makeyoucook joins us to discuss preparing for Ramadan, her work as a dietician, and gives us tips on the best way to lose weight or maintain gains during Ramadan, plus what a good suhoor/iftaar should consist of! Don't forget to rate us and get in touch on instagram @themint_podcast with your comments!

03-28
01:02:20

S1E2 - Should I marry someone from overseas?

Shamz joins us to discuss getting married at 38, whether she knew he was "the One", and what she's learnt about marriage in the last 2 years. The girls discuss whether marrying a "fob" is the right choice, what biodata is, and tell some hilarious stories about pick-up lines and cringey DMs.

03-14
01:16:07

S1E1 - Why do Muslim boys become drug dealers? The burden of the immigrant daughter

Do I actually want to be a doctor anymore? Why does nobody bat an eyelid at all these boys becoming drug dealers? Are sons better than daughters?

03-07
50:03

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