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Welcome to our very first LIVE show on The Thinking Muslim, featuring Sami Hamdi.

In this special session, we explore some of the most pressing intellectual and spiritual questions facing the Muslim Ummah today. From reflecting on why Fatih continues to hold such deep significance to the Ummah, to examining the power of words in shaping narratives, we dive into how language can uplift, influence, and even be weaponised.

We also discuss how we can make our words more impactful, analyse the ongoing battle between truth and propaganda, and reflect on the importance of trusting in Allah’s (SWT) timing when it comes to victory. The session concludes with a live audience Q&A, addressing key questions from the community.

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This week on The Thinking Muslim, we speak with Dr. Abdallah Marouf, Palestinian academic and former Media and Public Relations Officer at Masjid al-Aqsa, who delivers an urgent warning. He says he has never felt this concerned about the possibility of Al-Aqsa being attacked.

We discuss the growing calls from some Israeli religious figures to build a Third Temple, the activities of Temple movements, and whether the long-standing status quo at the Haram al-Sharif is already being eroded.

Dr. Marouf also explains the influence of American evangelical support, the recent attention around the red heifer narrative, and what these developments could mean for the future of Al-Aqsa. And finally, we examine the difficult reality facing Palestinians in Jerusalem today, and whether any change to Al-Aqsa could once again ignite a wider uprising across the Muslim world.

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In this interview on The Thinking Muslim, Dr Sami Al-Arian joins us to analyse the rapidly escalating conflict involving Iran, Israel, USA and The Wider Arabic Region.

We discuss whether Iran’s recent strikes and shifting strategy reveal deeper divisions inside the Iranian leadership. Dr Al-Arian also examines the consequences of Iran targeting Gulf states such as Qatar, the UAE, Bahrain and Kuwait, and whether these moves risk turning regional public opinion against Tehran.

The conversation explores whether Iran is preparing for a long war of attrition, the possibility of disruptions to global energy and shipping routes, and how these developments could reshape alliances between the Gulf, the United States, and Israel. Who is really winning this conflict, and what might the next phase of the war look like for the region and the world?

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In this episode of The Thinking Muslim, we’re joined by political analyst Sami Hamdi to unpack the escalating confrontation with Iran - and what it reveals about the world order shaping our lives.

We examine claims of a preemptive strike, the shifting power dynamics between Washington and Tel Aviv, and whether U.S. policy is being driven by Israel’s actions. From reports that Tucker Carlson urged restraint to voices like Marjorie Taylor Greene framing this as a defining political divide in America, the stakes have never been higher.

What role are Saudi Arabia and the Gulf states really playing? Are Arab governments truly autonomous, or constrained by deeper alliances? Is Iran’s strategy sustainable, and could this conflict spiral beyond control? We also assess Benjamin Netanyahu’s regional vision and the risk of wider destabilisation.

Join us for a principled, in-depth discussion on what these events mean for the future of our ummah in international affairs.

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Dr Andreas Krieg joins us in discussion as events unfold rapidly following the unprovoked and illegitimate attack on Iran. We examine the assassination of senior Iranian leaders, Tehran’s retaliation against military and civilian targets in Israel and key Arab states, and the escalating strikes on sites such as the US airbase in Doha.

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In this emergency episode, we speak with Dr Azzam Tamimi about the rapidly escalating situation in Iran following the reported death of Ali Khamenei, which came after major U.S.–Israeli strikes that triggered retaliation across the region. The discussion explores Iran’s missile attacks on Arab countries, the widening regional confrontation, and the growing debate over whether Iran’s long-standing reliance on regional proxies has strengthened its position or ultimately become a strategic mistake in the current crisis.

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This week on the thinking muslim we ask How did the Prophet (PBUH) navigate two superpowers and the fractured tribes of Arabia - and what does that teach us about power today? What is power really about? And what is it not?

In this episode with Wadah Khanfar, we explore the geopolitics and strategy of Prophetic leadership. We unpack what power truly means in Islam - not domination or ego, but justice, restraint, strategic astuteness, and removing barriers to truth for human flourishing.

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Welcome back to Hats Off!, the newest show from The Thinking Muslim, featuring Imam Tom.

In today’s episode, Imam Tom is joined by Curtis Mills for a wide-ranging conversation exploring the alleged connections between Epstein, Israel, and Iran. The discussion also examines regional U.S. politics, the proposed ceasefire in Gaza, and claims surrounding coordinated Israeli propaganda efforts. Keep watching for a thoughtful and in-depth discussion of some of the most pressing and controversial issues shaping the current geopolitical landscape.

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