DoubleTake, a Yaqeen Podcast
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Episodes
The 30 most recent of 48 episodes of DoubleTake, a Yaqeen Podcast
Season Finale! Believing in the Unseen with Dr. Omar Suleiman
· 53 min · Season 4 · Episode 11
In Surat al-Hujurat verse 18, Allah (SWT) says: “Surely Allah knows the Unseen of the heavens and earth. And Allah is All-Seeing of what you do.” Al-Ghaib, or the Unseen, refers to knowledge that is only known to Allah, such as knowledge…
Building Prophetic Communities for Women, with Usts. Lobna Mulla & Maryam Amir
· 1 hr 5 min · Season 4 · Episode 10
The Prophet (S) once critically said, “O people! Some of you scare people away [from faith].” He was addressing the best generation of Muslims when he said this, so it certainly still applies today. Are Muslim communities pushing women…
Earthquake in Türkiye and Syria: "Why didn't God stop it?" - Special with Sh. Mohammed Elshinawy
· 33 min · Season 4 · Episode 9
On February 6th, a devastating earthquake hit Türkiye and Syria. Over 12,000 lives have been lost, and thousands more have been injured and displaced. When tragedies and disasters occur, it’s understandable to wonder, “Why did God let this…
Trusting God, The Provider, with Dr. Jinan Yousef
· 37 min · Season 4 · Episode 8
Love our content? Sign up for the DoubleTake companion email featuring bonus supplemental content and a SNEAK PEEK of next week's episode! Sign up here: https://yqn.io/doubletake-email-signup In the 51st chapter of the Qur’an, verse 22…
Why Do We Need Hadith? with Dr. Jonathan Brown
· 42 min · Season 4 · Episode 6
Love our content? Sign up for the DoubleTake companion email featuring bonus supplemental content and a SNEAK PEEK of next week's episode! Sign up here: https://yqn.io/doubletake-email-signup The most authentic and verified texts for…
OCD and Satan's Whispers, with Sr. Najwa Awad
· 43 min · Season 4 · Episode 5
Love our content? Sign up for the DoubleTake companion email featuring bonus supplemental content and a SNEAK PEEK of next week's episode! Sign up here: https://yqn.io/doubletake-email-signup In Surat Faatir, Chapter 35 verse 6, Allah…
Muslims in Web3 with Sh. Mustafa Umar
· 39 min · Season 4 · Episode 4
Love our content? Sign up for the DoubleTake companion email featuring bonus supplemental content and a SNEAK PEEK of next week's episode! Sign up here: https://yqn.io/doubletake-email-signup When Facebook changed its company name to Meta…
Can I be Spiritual Without Religion? with Imam Tom Facchine
· 45 min · Season 4 · Episode 3
Love our content? Sign up for the DoubleTake companion email featuring bonus supplemental content and a SNEAK PEEK of next week's episode! Sign up here: https://yqn.io/doubletake-email-signup When people choose to follow a religion, they…
Why Islam? with Sh. Mohammad Elshinawy
· 38 min · Season 4 · Episode 2
Love our content? Sign up for the DoubleTake companion email featuring bonus supplemental content and a SNEAK PEEK of next week's episode! Sign up here: https://yqn.io/doubletake-email-signup Three-in-ten American adults describe…
Prove that God Exists, with Sh. Hamza Karamali
· 43 min · Season 4 · Episode 1
Love our content? Sign up for the DoubleTake companion email featuring bonus supplemental content and a SNEAK PEEK of next week's episode! Sign up here: https://yqn.io/doubletake-email-signup No matter which religion a person is born into…
Season Finale - Are Religiosity and Mental Health Connected? with Dr. Osman Umarji and Dr. Farah Islam
· 43 min · Season 3 · Episode 13
The importance of mental health is discussed everywhere today, from workplaces and schools to television shows and social media. In most cases, however, it has a distinctly secular approach. There is rarely any mention of the role that…
James Webb Telescope: Muslims in Space with Dr. Aycha Tammour
· 38 min · Season 3 · Episode 12
The James Webb Space Telescope is set to be operational by July as NASA’s flagship mission in astrophysics. In the coming years, we are expected to learn more about the first stars and galaxies after the Big Bang, and we may see…
Islam and Abortion with Dr. Omar Suleiman and Sr. Hanaa Hasan
· 1 hr · Season 3 · Episode 11
Abortion is dominating headlines as the United States Supreme Court considers a decision that could lead to it being outlawed in many states. While the political debate is framed as being either pro-life or pro-choice, the Islamic…
Muslims & Crypto: Will we fall behind? with Sh. Joe Bradford
· 56 min · Season 3 · Episode 10
Bitcoin, Ethereum, Dogecoin, and more. Cryptocurrency has continuously made headlines in recent years, but despite the popularity of the subject, it seems like there is still no consensus about how Muslims should engage with it. What…
Overcoming Pørnography with Dr. Omar Husain
· 58 min · Season 3 · Episode 9
Pørnography. It’s a word that’s taboo to say out loud in many of our communities, yet it’s responsible for psychological, spiritual, and social harms on a scale that is almost impossible to comprehend. While it is common knowledge that…
The Man's Role at Home with Sh. Mohammad Elshinawy
· 1 hr 6 min · Season 3 · Episode 8
Every culture has expectations for men and women about their roles at home and in society, but the line between cultural practices and religious duty isn’t always clear. The role of men is often reduced to being the financial provider for…
Responding to Suicide with Dr. Farah Islam
· 42 min · Season 3 · Episode 7
If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts or a crisis, please reach out immediately to the S∪icide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255 or to you local prevention centers or mental health experts.…
How to Stop Being Jealous (Part 2) with Srs. Najwa Awad and Sarah Sultan
· 44 min · Season 3 · Episode 6
Jealousy can be psychologically and spiritually devastating if it goes unchecked, but that doesn’t have to be the case. How can we detect jealousy before damage is done? What role does social media play in worsening these feelings? How can…
Social Media and Jealousy (Part 1) with Srs. Sarah Sultan and Najwa Awad
· 36 min · Season 3 · Episode 5
Jealousy is a complex emotion that causes anger, sadness, pettiness, and other negative feelings. Nobody wants to feel jealous, yet this hyper-connected age of oversharing makes it easier than ever to become consumed by it. What causes…
Ramadan Special: Ramadan is Coming to an End with Ust. Lobna Mulla
· 33 min · Season 3 · Episode 4
For many people, our Ramadan excitement is high at the beginning, lower near the middle, and high again toward the end. But the question is: Where does that excitement go after Ramadan? More importantly, if one of the signs of an accepted…
Ramadan Special: Are we failing new Muslims? with Sh. Abdullah Oduro
· 52 min · Season 3 · Episode 3
We often hear that Islam is the fastest growing religion in the world, but conversions to Islam aren’t necessarily the main reason for this growth. In fact, despite the appeal of Islam to many people who seek the truth about God, joining a…
Ramadan Special: "Why am I sinning if Shaytan is locked up in Ramadan?" with Dr. Tamara Gray
· 53 min · Season 3 · Episode 2
Ramadan is the month Muslims wait all year for. It’s a time when devils are chained and mosques are full of worshipers. But what does it mean if we find ourselves falling into familiar sins during this blessed month? Can our fasts still be…
Ramadan Special: Fasting Ramadan: The 7 Rivers to the Heart with Ust. Ieasha Prime
· 27 min · Season 3 · Episode 1
Note: The quote Ustadha Ieasha mentions at 8:00 (“Allah says…”) is not a verse from the Qur’an, but a quote from the Israa’eeliyyaat, a narration from the people of the Book. It means that Allah (SWT) puts love and knowledge of Himself in…
Ramadan with DoubleTake! Season 3 Teaser
· 1 min · Season 3
Season 3 of DoubleTake is finally here! New episodes will be released weekly starting next Wednesday, inshaAllah - starting with four Ramadan specials! Don't forget to rate the show on Apple Podcasts and Spotify - it makes a difference!…
"I was closest to God in prison" - The Story of Yusef Salaam | Special Episode
· 48 min
In 1989, at fifteen years old, Dr. Yusef Salaam was tried and convicted in the “Central Park Jogger” case along with four other Black and Latino teenage boys. The infamous case made headlines around the world. The Exonerated Five spent…
Stuck in Habitual Sin with Sh. Yahya Ibrahim | Season 2 Episode 10
· 48 min · Season 2 · Episode 10
Human beings are imperfect, and no one knows this better than God, but He has given us resources that can help us better understand our shortcomings and how to come back when we stray from His path. Where do sins come from, and what can we…
"Is Islam a Man’s Religion?" with Ust. Zaynab Ansari | Season 2 Episode 9
· 40 min · Season 2 · Episode 9
Islam was revolutionary at preserving and elevating the rights of women when it was revealed over 1400 years ago, but today’s challenges and sensibilities may cause us to wonder if that is still the case. However, many of our concerns have…
Special! Faith, Poverty, and Community with Dr. Tahir Wyatt | Season 2 Episode 8
· 37 min · Season 2 · Episode 8
The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) compared the believers to one body; when one limb aches, the whole body feels it. However, the members of this body come from different backgrounds, and this can sometimes cause us to become disconnected from one…
"Is Islam too difficult?" with Dr. Tesneem Alkiek | Season 2 Episode 7
· 38 min · Season 2 · Episode 7
Have you ever felt it was difficult to follow Islamic practices? Learning about Islam is a necessary part of every Muslim’s faith journey, but sometimes, we come across rules and recommendations that may feel confusing or overwhelming. We…
"How do we talk about drugs and alcohol?" with Dr. Jibran Khokhar | Season 2 Episode 5
· 1 hr 6 min · Season 2 · Episode 5
The consumption of drugs and alcohol is a subject that is under-discussed and understudied in the Muslim community. The legalization of marijuana and easy access to vapes and electronic cigarettes should push parents and guardians to take…
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Mohamad Zaoud
Mohamad Zaoud is a brand and digital media enthusiast, leaving his footprint all over the world. A squash tragic, his passions lie in coffee, food, rugby, and of course — podcasts. Mohamad is an active member of the Australian Muslim community, working closely with a number of local Muslim organizations. Mohamad spent 8 years at Al Jazeera leading brand and content strategy.
FAQ
What is DoubleTake, a Yaqeen Podcast about?
DoubleTake, a Yaqeen Podcast covers doubts and questions everyday Muslims have. Join our host as he dives deeper in both spiritual and mainstream topics with Islamic scholars and guests.
Who hosts DoubleTake, a Yaqeen Podcast?
DoubleTake, a Yaqeen Podcast is hosted by Mohamad Zaoud.
Where can I listen to DoubleTake, a Yaqeen Podcast?
DoubleTake, a Yaqeen Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Amazon Music. Every episode also plays from this page on yaqeeninstitute.org.
How many episodes of DoubleTake, a Yaqeen Podcast are there?
DoubleTake, a Yaqeen Podcast has 48 episodes. The most recent, "Season Finale! Believing in the Unseen with Dr. Omar Suleiman", was released on March 1, 2023.
Is there a video version of DoubleTake, a Yaqeen Podcast?
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