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What does it mean to honour somebody? What is the greatest testament of the bond between mother and daughter? How can you love, through Him - and what is a love that lasts forever, beyond this world, and into the next? This story is about the seeds planted by a mother, and the bountiful garden that grew. ________________________________ Episode Sponsor: ✨Finance Girlie Community✨ This episode is sponsored by the Finance Girlie Community, founded by Fatimah Jangana — a space for Muslim women in the first decade of their careers who want to get their finances together but don’t know where to start. Inside, you’ll join biweekly Money Dates to tackle things like budgeting, reviewing your spending, or opening a halal investment account, plus monthly workshops on practical topics like halal investing and debt payoff — all alongside a supportive community of Muslim women navigating money and life together. Listeners of The Digital Sisterhood get an exclusive founding member rate of $19/month until April 4th. Join at: tds.financegirlie.com ________________________ This episode is sponsored by the ✨Athan Clock by Masjidal✨— a beautifully designed digital athan clock that helps bring prayer back to the center of your home. It automatically displays prayer times based on your location or can sync with your local masjid to show exact prayer and iqamah times. With a 30-minute countdown to the next prayer and the athan playing for every salah, it’s a simple way to keep your day anchored around worship. The clock also includes family prayer tracking and a library of Islamic content like Qur’an, adhkar, seerah, lectures, and even bedtime stories for children. It’s perfect for your home or office, and makes a meaningful gift as Ramadan and Eid approach. Visit masjidal.com and use code Sisterhood10 for $10 off your order. Credits: Host: Cadar Mohamud Season Lead Producer: Khweya Bezeid Episode Producer: Maaheen Khan Episode writer: Maaheen Khan Sound Design: Youssef D. Creative Director: Wasima Farah Illustrator: Yumnah Rushdy Honourable mentions: Noura A Sheikh Safia Mohamed Hanan Sheikh Aisha Aoumaich Naomi Wrista Lamisah Jahan Sara Emira Ustadah Hilal

"They tried to bury the truth along with him. But some seeds refuse to stay buried." After the death of Soleiman Faqiri, his family was left with unimaginable grief and unanswered questions. But instead of letting his injustice be buried, his family turned their grief into a relentless pursuit of justice. They chose to fight for truth, for justice, and for the dignity every human deserves. In this episode, we explore how faith in Allah, patience in the face of injustice, and love for family can turn sorrow into something powerful. Because even when seeds are buried deep beneath the soil, Allah can still make them bloom. ______ Call to Action: The Faqiri family is calling on the Premier of Ontario, Doug Ford, to issue a formal apology for the beating death of Soleiman Faqiri at the hands of correctional officers. To date, the Ontario government has refused to apologize to the Faqiri family. We encourage members of the public to email the Premier at [email protected] and urge the Ontario government to issue an official apology for Soleiman Faqiri’s death. Learn More About the Case: Podcast: · TVO: Unascertained Documentaries: · CBC Passionate Eye: My Brother, Soleiman · CBC Fifth Estate: Jail Death: What Happened to Soleiman Faqiri? Opinion Piece · Yusuf Faqiri: After my brother’s death in prison, my family has lost faith in the system. But we still believe in justice Media Articles: · https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/soleiman-faqiri-family-apology-ontario-inquest-inaction-1.7201430 · https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/soleiman-faqiri-inquest-verdict-1.7053473 Justice for Soli – Learn More and Follow: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justiceforsoli/?hl=en Website: https://justiceforsoli.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yusuf-faqiri-49844276/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/justiceforsoli/ ______________ This episode is sponsored by @<a href=

Ala’a never imagined that the ground she would be asked to plant in would be sorrow. After her brother was taken from her through gun violence, sorrow could have swallowed everything. The shock. The anger. The questions that never get answers. But instead of allowing his story to end in tragedy, Ala’a chose to carry it forward. In honor of her brother — his smile, his softness, the way he loved — Ala’a planted something in his name. Smile for Sache was born not out of strategy, but out of longing. A refusal to let his light disappear. A promise that his joy would continue to move through this world. This episode is about the kind of pain that could harden you and the courage it takes to let it soften you instead. Sometimes the seed we are given is grief. And what we grow from it, that is hope. ________ TDS is fundraising with HCI to support humanitarian efforts in Sudan by helping provide food, clean water, medical care, and other essential aid to families in need. Donate to Sudan, they need us:⁠ https://www.launchgood.com/v4/campaign/sudan_emergency_appeal_health__hunger_relief_w_the_digital_sisterhood ________ This episode is sponsored by @amazingherbs , the first company in the U.S. to introduce Black Seed Oil over 30 years ago. Family-owned and women-owned, they bring the tradition of Black Seed rooted in Prophetic medicine into modern wellness. They offer 100% pure, cold-pressed Black Seed Oil made in the USA, plus over 50 products for every routine. TDS listeners get 20% off with code TDS20 at amazingherbs.com and the USA TikTok shop Code: AMAZTDS20 ✨https://amazingherbs.com/ ✨ _____ Credit: Host: Cadar Mohamud Season Lead Producer: Khweya Bezeid Episode Producer: Khweya Bezeid Episode writer: Khweya Bezeid Sound Design: Youssef D. & Yahya Arfouai Creative Director: Wasima Farah Illustrator: Yumnah Rushdy Honourable mentions: Noura A Sheikh Safia Mohamed Hanan Sheikh Aisha Aoumaich Naomi Wrista Maaheen Khan Sara Emira Ustadah Hilal

What does it mean to plant a seed that will outlive you? In this opening episode of Season 7: To Seed Is To Hope, we sit with Dr. Sohaira to explore the journey behind building one of the first spaces of its kind in the region — a mosque and women’s center designed intentionally, thoughtfully, and unapologetically around women. But this story is not simply about constructing a space. It is about walking the golden path. The path of seeking knowledge, embodying it, and using it to transform lives. At its core, this episode asks: When knowledge is placed in your hands, what will you build with it? 🎙️ Fill your feed with more Muslim narratives that reflect you, I highly recommend tuning into the 'More Muslim' podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/more-muslim/id1872019004?i=1000750266033 ________ ✨ TDS is fundraising with HCI to support humanitarian efforts in Sudan by helping provide food, clean water, medical care, and other essential aid to families in need. Donate to Sudan, they need us:⁠ ⁠ https://www.launchgood.com/v4/campaign/sudan_emergency_appeal_health__hunger_relief_w_the_digital_sisterhood _____ VIBE CHECK is STILL 20% off in celebration of Lovember! Grab yours now ❤️ Code: LOVE20⁠ ⁠And here is the link for vibe check:https://shorturl.at/md2jS ______ Credit: Host: Cadar Mohamud Season Lead Producer: Khweya Bezeid Episode Producer: Lamisah Jahan Episode writer: Lamisah & Cadar Sound Design: Youssef D. & Yahya Arfouai Creative Director: Wasima Farah Illustrator: Yumnah Rushdy Honourable mentions:  Noura A Sheikh Safia Mohamed  Hanan Sheikh  Aisha Aoumaich Naomi Wrista Maaheen Khan Sara Emira Ustadah Hilal

مَن جَدَّ وَجَدَ، وَمَن زَرَعَ حَصَدَ، وَمَن سَارَ عَلَى الدَّرْبِ وَصَلَ Whoever strives will succeed, whoever plants will reap, and whoever walks the path will reach their destination. The Digital Sisterhood Presents Season 7: To Seed Is To Hope 🌱 OUT TOMORROW AT 12PM EST.

Our final episode of the season brings you one of our most powerful stories. Sara Hayat is a young girl wondering reverently about the ways she may encounter love in her life. Her constant companion until now? Allah SWT. He is all she has ever needed. This story is about her holding onto her first love, while in search of Mawadda. This episode is brought to you by @muzz_app ——— VIBE CHECK is 20% off in celebration of Lovember! Grab yours now ❤️ Code: LOVE20⁠ ⁠And here is the link for vibe check: Vibe check: https://thedigitalsisterhood.com/products/vibe-check?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAdGRleAPHvKFleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAaf-NbGZDyqb4iS-Bj6YfL5P8C4GB60czIS91xufHwDfRcdyafj8K5Q43jn-pQ_aem_lWOQYGKiaejwlpXOr5gkRw ______ ✨ TDS is fundraising with HCI to support humanitarian efforts in Sudan by helping provide food, clean water, medical care, and other essential aid to families in need. Donate to Sudan, they need us:⁠ ⁠ https://www.launchgood.com/v4/campaign/sudan_emergency_appeal_health__hunger_relief_w_the_digital_sisterhood Credit: Host: Cadar Mohamud Season Lead Producer: Khweya Bezeid Episode Producer: Maaheen Khan Episode writer: Maaheen Khan Sound Design: Youssef D. & Yahya Arfouai Marketing: Image Inc. Creative Director & Illustrator: Wasima Farah Honourable mentions: Noura A Sheikh Safia Mohamed Hanan Sheikh Aisha Aoumaich & The Muzz team

This episode reflects on Qadr and the way Allah guides people through separate journeys before bringing them together. Hiba and Zayd move through their own challenges, learning patience, responsibility, and trust without knowing how their paths will eventually align. Rather than coincidence, their story shows intention: growth before union, faith before love. It is a reminder that Allah prepares hearts long before He joins them, and that what is written will arrive only when the time is right. This episode is brought to you by Muzz Thank you Muzz for believing in these stories and for helping us bring them to life in this way. For Muslims seeking more than chance — explore Halal Match here: https://halalmatch.ca/about-us/ _______ Follow Us Here:  ⁠https://linktr.ee/digitalsisterhood?utm_source=linktree_profile_share VIBE CHECK is 20% off in celebration of Lovember! Grab yours now ❤️ Code: LOVE20⁠ https://thedigitalsisterhood.com/products/vibe-check⁠ ________ ✨ TDS is fundraising with HCI to support humanitarian efforts in Sudan by helping provide food, clean water, medical care, and other essential aid to families in need. Donate to Sudan, they need us:⁠ https://www.launchgood.com/v4/campaign/sudan_emergency_appeal_health__hunger_relief_w_the_digital_sisterhood Credit: Host: Cadar Mohamud Season Lead Producer: Khweya Bezeid Episode Producer: Cadar, Lamisah & Khweya Episode writer: Naomi Wirsta & Cadar Sound Design: Youssef D. & Yahya Arfouai Marketing: Image Inc. Creative Director & Illustrator: Wasima Farah Honourable mentions:  Noura A Sheikh Safia Mohamed  Hanan Sheikh  Aisha Aoumaich  & The Muzz team

Ten years after building one of the world’s most successful Muslim marriage apps, Shahzad Younas faces an uncomfortable truth: he helped millions find love, but not himself. In this episode, we take Muzz — and the man behind Muzz — to court, sitting with the questions that have followed him quietly for a decade. The Muzz CEO steps out from behind the success stories to confront the cost of ambition, loneliness at the top, and a truth he can no longer avoid. Now, the matchmaker is back in the search. But after all these years… will love finally choose him? ________ GET YOUR THREE MONTHS FREE MUZZ GOLD NOW, SIGN UP TO THIS GOOGLE FORUM ⭐️: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScn4tnSSv3vIWALNo4vYD_kDpLH_sIbQkgGoNUoU0-NOlrg9g/viewform Follow us here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/digitalsisterhood?utm_source=linktree_profile_share VIBE CHECK is 20% off in celebration of Lovember! Grab yours now ❤️ Code: LOVE20⁠ https://thedigitalsisterhood.com/products/vibe-check⁠ ________ ✨ TDS is fundraising with HCI to support humanitarian efforts in Sudan by helping provide food, clean water, medical care, and other essential aid to families in need. Donate to Sudan, they need us:⁠ https://www.launchgood.com/v4/campaign/sudan_emergency_appeal_health__hunger_relief_w_the_digital_sisterhood ________ Credit: Host: Cadar Mohamud Season Lead Producer: Khweya Bezeid Episode Producer: Khweya Bezeid Episode writer: Naomi Wrista Sound Design: Youssef & Yahya Arfouai Marketing: Image Inc. Creative Director & Illustrator: Wasima Farah This season is brought to you by @muzz_app Honourable mentions: Safia Mohamed Noura A. Sheikh Aisha Aoumaich Hanan Sheikh Muzz Team (Tasnim & Rita)

They say if there’s something you want with all your heart. By His Command, the whole world will work to bring it to you. And today I realised that just like in the films, in real life, In the end, everything turns out okay. And if it’s not okay, then it’s not the end. The film isn’t over yet. —— Follow us here: https://linktr.ee/digitalsisterhood?utm_source=linktree_profile_share VIBE CHECK is 20% off in celebration of Lovember! Grab yours now ❤️ Code: LOVE20 https://thedigitalsisterhood.com/products/vibe-check __________ ✨ TDS is fundraising with HCI to support humanitarian efforts in Sudan by helping provide food, clean water, medical care, and other essential aid to families in need. Donate to Sudan, they need us: https://www.launchgood.com/v4/campaign/sudan_emergency_appeal_health__hunger_relief_w_the_digital_sisterhood Credits: Host: Cadar Mohamud Guest: Jameelah and Nora Season Lead Producer: Khweya Bezeiid Episode Producer: Lamisah Jahan Episode writer: Cadar & Lamisah Sound Design: Youssef & Yahya Arfouai Marketing: @image.mr__ Creative Director & Illustrator: Wasima Farah Honourable mentions: Safia Mohamed Noura A. Sheikh Aisha Aoumaich Hanan Sheikh Muzz Team (Tasnim & Rita) This season is brought to you in partnership with Muzz, the Muslim marriage app that makes intentional, faith-centered connections easier. Verified, private, and built for love that lasts. Try Muzz today: https://go.muzz.com/LovetemberxMuzzEp2 Follow us here: https://linktr.ee/digitalsisterhood?utm_source=linktree_profile_share VIBE CHECK is 20% off in celebration of Lovember! Grab yours now ❤️ Code: LOVE20 https://thedigitalsisterhood.com/products/vibe-check Donate to Sudan, they need us: https://www.launchgood.com/v4/campaign/sudan_emergency_appeal_health__hunger_relief_w_the_digital_sisterhood

Lovember, Chapter 2, Page 2: Before I knew better - Part 1 When you love something so dearly, you have to let it go. The world turns its back on Jameelah, and as a teenager through to adulthood, she struggles to find her place in the world. Enter Christian, a man ready to teach her what love is all about. The love that she’s dreamed of, does it exist?  This season is brought to you in partnership with Muzz, the Muslim marriage app that makes intentional, faith-centered connections easier. Verified, private, and built for love that lasts. Try Muzz today: https://go.muzz.com/LovetemberxMuzzEp2 Follow us here: https://linktr.ee/digitalsisterhood?utm_source=linktree_profile_share VIBE CHECK is 20% off in celebration of Lovember! Grab yours now ❤️ Code: LOVE20 https://thedigitalsisterhood.com/products/vibe-check Donate to Sudan, they need us: https://www.launchgood.com/v4/campaign/sudan_emergency_appeal_health__hunger_relief_w_the_digital_sisterhood Credit:  Host: Cadar Mohamud Guest: Jameelah Nora Zahir Season Lead Producer: Khweya Bezeid  Episode Producer: Lamisah Jahan Episode writer: Cadar Mohamud  Sound Design: Youssef Douazou & Yahya Arfouai  Voice Actor: Mos the Gen Poet  Marketing: Image Inc.  Creative Director & Illustrator: Wasima Farah Honourable mentions:  Safia Mohamed Noura A. Sheikh  Aisha Aoumaich  Hanan Sheikh  Muzz Team (Tasnim & Rita)

What does it really mean to wait for love, for connection, for a du‘ā you’ve been waiting for to happen? In this episode your certified lover girl, Cadar, invites you into The Waiting Room, that quiet, in-between space where hope meets surrender. Inspired by a reflection from Sophia Kabiito, a Certified Integrative Wellness & Life Coach, this conversation explores what it means to become the heart that already feels the love you’re praying for. Through stories of longing, the lessons of Adam and Hawa, and the wisdom of Shaykh Yahya Ibrahim, we uncover how love has been part of our design all along not as a fairytale, but as an act of faith. Because maybe waiting isn’t punishment. Maybe it’s preparation. And maybe love, real love starts with the One who wrote it for you in the first place. This season is brought to you by Muzz, the Muslim marriage app that makes intentional, faith-centered connections easier. Verified, private, and built for love that lasts. Try Muzz today: ⁠https://go.muzz.com/LovetemberxMuzzEp1⁠ Donate to Sudan, they need us: https://www.launchgood.com/v4/campaign/sudan_emergency_appeal_health__hunger_relief_w_the_digital_sisterhood Keep up with TDS here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/digitalsisterhood?utm_source=linktree_profile_share Follow Shaykh Yahyha Ibrahims Work: https://www.instagram.com/yahya_adel_ibrahim/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQPMTI0MDI0NTc0Mjg3NDE0AAGnC82qKpVy_ycuw-Y0P2dTJr4YRl1UaFrRuKc3uzKL-HV5BQnzMYnXWCaiwco_aem_qg7K05bIZV5pzDoPxUV7Dw Follow Sophia Kabiito here :https://www.instagram.com/sophiakabiito?igsh=NHBvcXMzam5nc2px Check our her The Barakah Mindset Reset Course : https://pensight.com/x/sophiakabiito/thebarakahmindset?fbclid=PAZnRzaAODS11leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAadfs3rGs8XNrBIpuPXwo8wBLA69PRw5Tg

Dear listeners  This season, we return to the first love story, Adam & Hawa. Not a tale of fleeting romance, but of divine purpose. A bond written by Allah, blessed in Paradise, tested on Earth and built on sukūn (tranquility), raḥmah (mercy) and unity of the soul.  The book design is meant to reflect our search for meaning in what’s written for us, the prayers we hold, the dreams we chase, and the heartbreaks that shape us. Each page, blank or filled, is a reminder that Allah’s story for us unfolds in perfect time and wisdom.  This is our Ode to them, & to the sacred love Allah continues to write in all of us.  With love, The Digital Sisterhood

🌸 PODCAST UPDATE 🌸 Asalamu Alaykum besties! ngl I miss you guys and I pray you had a fantastic summer. I cant wait back and share what we have cooking this season! Until then, here are our updates: 1. Get ready—Lovetember is almost here! This fall, we’re celebrating love, growth, and connection like never before. Keep an eye out for updates on events, special releases, and inspiring stories that will warm your heart all season long. Lovetember is coming soon, and you won’t want to miss a moment! 2. Looking for the perfect vibe check just in time for cuffing season? Whether you’re gauging chemistry or setting the mood, this fun tool from The Digital Sisterhood is designed to help you tune in to what really matters. Check it out and see how it fits your season at The Digital Sisterhood’s Vibe Check. 3. Get ready to elevate your leadership journey with the Women’s Leadership Revival Summit! This unique event blends professional skills and spiritual growth, designed specifically for Muslim women. Experience mentorship, connect with women from around the world, and cultivate leadership with faith at its core. Learn more and Apply today at Women’s Leadership Revival Summit.

Dreams marked the beginning of revelation — and in Islam, they remain a sacred thread to the unseen. In this episode, we explore the spiritual power of dreams with Ustadh Arif (Abu Muhammad), a dream interpreter who’s helped countless Muslims find meaning in the messages they receive at night. We also follow Syeda’s powerful journey — a vivid dream that changed everything, told and interpreted live for the first time. Some dreams fade by morning.But some? They stay with us — and if we listen, they just might lead us home. ✨Community Spotlight: Say Somaali✨ In this episode, we’re highlighting Say Somaali — a grassroots initiative supporting Somali students in Toronto. Now in its 3rd year, their Community Scholarship Fund has already awarded over $30,000 to students in fields like Engineering, Public Health, and Political Science. Every dollar raised goes directly to students — no overhead, just impact. This year, they’re aiming to raise another $30,000, and The Digital Sisterhood is proud to partner with them. Visit the LaunchGood link in our show notes below to donate, share, or make duaa. Let’s build the future, together. https://www.launchgood.com/v4/campaign/say_somaali_community_scholarship_fund This episode of The Digital Sisterhood was brought to you by our incredible team. ✨Credits ✨ Guests: Syeda Jamal & Ustadh Arif (Abu Muhammad) Season Producer: Khweya Bezeid  Episode Producer: Cadar Mohamud & Maaheen Khan-Bashir Production Manager: Maaheen Khan-Bashir Writer: Cadar Mohamud & Maaheen Khan-Bashir Sound Design: Youssef Douazou & Yahya Arfouai Marketing & Design: Wasima Farah Honourable mentions: Safia Mohamed Noura A Sheikh Sawsan Abdillahi Fardosa ❤️ References/Services: Ustadh Arif Services & Courses: https://linktr.ee/dreamswitharif?fbclid=PAQ0xDSwK5TyBleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABp19dB8K9QA_YQCa2EHZMDVKogSV99wwpcnP6Dr861tC_vixi28I6LFqaZVNM_aem_t8Lk6AIyrhLBvMkw15aDYg Aisha RadiAllahu anha dua (for good dreams): Aisha radhi allaahu anha would say in dua: عن عائشةَ أنَّها كانتْ إذا أرادَتِ النَّومَ تقولُ: اللهم إنِّي أسأَلُكَ رُؤيا صالحةً صادقةً غَيرَ كاذبةٍ، نافعةً غَيرَ ضارَّةٍ. وكانتْ إذا قالتْ هذا قد عرَفوا

In today’s episode, we sit down with Sayema - a Muslim psychotherapist - for a deeply-personal story about the unseen costs of having our lives be too visible online. What began as a mission to offer healing and service turned into a slow, quiet unraveling under the weight of envy, burnout, and the spiritual harm of evil-eye.  Sayema’s story is raw, reflective, and shows her ultimately-redemptive journey of what happens when the healer via psychotherapy becomes the afflicted; and finds the cure not in the algorithm, but in the Quran, and from Al-Shifa, The One Who Heals. - Your Chance to Build a House in Jannah—Right Here in Chicago! Alhamdulillah, after 20 years of service, Barakah Chicago has purchased a historic 20,000 sq ft property in Edgewater—with a beautiful masjid space, classrooms, and a gym. We need your help to raise $900,000 for renovations. Donate today at https://www.barakahchicago.org/center and invest in your akhira. Jazakum Allahu khairan! Host: Cadar Mohamud Guest: Sayema Zulfeqar Season lead Producer: Khweya Bezeid  Production Manager: Maaheen Khan-Bashir  Episode Producer: Nada Almoussa  Writer: Sara Emira & Cadar Mohamud Sound Design: Youssef Douazou & Yahya Arfouai Creative director & Cover Art illustrator: Wasima Farah Ustadh Tim Humble’s Ruqyah Course:https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuihjkTS1Xqhv9WB-epHOTXGWm7cCC4rL&si=K0dNkfC61QXKVQ-n https://www.amauacademy.com/programs/how-to-perform-ruqyah-on-yourself-and-your-family 7-Day Self-Ruqyah Detox Plan: https://muhammadtim.com/ruqyah/7-day-detox

This week we’re joined by Umm Dua and her daughter for a collective story of resilience and strength. This mother-daughter duo are bringing us all the message of a lifetime, including a serious reminder to be prepared for the unthinkable; to always go back to the source, the One and the Only, that sent down to you pockets of refuge amidst the most difficult circumstances. Host: Cadar Mohamud Guests: Umm Dua & Du’a Lead producer: Khweya Bezeid  Episode producer: Khweya Bezeid & Lamisah Jahan Production Manager: Maaheen Khan-Bashir Writers: Naomi Wirsta & Lamisah Jahan Sound Design: Youssef Douazou & Yahya Arfouai Marketing & Design: Wasima Farah Honourable mentions: Safia Mohamed Noura A Sheikh Sawsan Abdillahi

We know that Allah SWT has not sent down any disease, but that he also sent its cure. And that cure is His book, His words, His guidance. But are we utilising it? In this episode we are joined by Umm Muhammad, who talks to us about the prophetic tradition of Ruqyah - how to revive it and practice it, and how to protect oneself against the trials that we have discussed in the season so far. Allah SWT does not burden a soul beyond what it can bear, and this conversation reminds us to return to Him and fear only Him, because he is As-Shifa, our ultimate protector and source of healing.✨SPONSORS✨:🔹 REEF Perfumes – Now in North America! No more overseas trips to restock your favorite scents. From rich saffron and oud to refreshing citrus notes, REEF has something for everyone. Visit their locations at Mall of America (Minneapolis, MN) & The Fashion Outlets of Chicago (O’Hare Airport) or shop online at www.reefperfumesna.com.✨ Exclusive for The Digital Sisterhood listeners: Use code THANKYOUTDS20 for 20% off—no minimum purchase required! Follow @reefperfumesna to stay updated.🔹 Support Sudan This Ramadan – 24.7 million people in Sudan—including 14 million children—are facing extreme hunger. The famine is spreading, and families are starving.Last year, Human Concern International helped over 9,000 people—this year, let’s do more. Ramadan is a month of mercy. Your charity can save lives.💜 Donate now: launchgood.com/v4/campaign/stand_w_sudan_w_digital_sisterhood [LINK IN BIO]Credits:Host: Cadar MohamudGuest: Umm MuhammadProduction Manager: Maaheen Khan-BashirEpisode Producer & Editor: Maaheen Khan-BashirLead producer: Khweya Bezeid  Writer: Maaheen Khan-BashirSound Design: Youssef DouazouMarketing & Design: Wasima FarahHonourable mentions:Sawsan AbdillahiSafia MohamedNoura A. Sheikh

In the second part of Aliatou's journey, the forces she once sought to control now dominate her life, leaving her spiritually lost and broken. The darkness consumes her, and she is left with nothing but the weight of her choices. But even in the darkest moments, a flicker of light remains—an undeniable call back to the faith she once knew.This episode explores Aliatou’s painful struggle to reclaim her soul, to return to Islam, and to seek Allah's mercy. It’s a story of repentance, healing, and the profound transformation that comes with reconnecting to the Divine.This episode is a testament to the enduring power of faith and the endless mercy of Allah (SWT).SPONSORS:HELP TDS KEEP TELLING MORE STORIES:Your support will not only enable The Digital Sisterhood to continue telling you one story at a time ‘in your ears, in your speakers’ - but to help create a future where Muslim women thrive as leaders, storytellers, and champions of positive change. We’re more than a podcast. We’re a sisterhood.Together, let's empower the Digital Sisterhood and shape a brighter future for us all.to donate visit:https://www.launchgood.com/v4/campaign/help_grow_the_digital_sisterhoodmay Allah reward you with every good that is shared and done on this podcast, آمين!_Sudan needs our help—let’s make a difference this Ramadan.As-salamu alaykum wa rahmatullahi wa barakatu, this Ramadan, The Digital Sisterhood is partnering with Human Concern International to provide urgent food aid to Sudan. Right now, over 24.7 million people—nearly 14 million of them children—are in crisis, struggling with extreme hunger.Last year, HCI helped over 9,000 people in Sudan. This year, we can do more. The famine is spreading, and families are starving. But together, we can change that.Ramadan is a month of mercy, and charity only increases our blessings. Be part of a lasting impact—donate now.Visit https://www.launchgood.com/v4/campaign/stand_w_sudan_w_digital_sisterhood to give,and listen to our episode “Sudan’s Collective Grief Is Never Ending” to hear firsthand stories from the women on the ground.Credits:Host: Cadar MohamudGuest: AliyatouSeason Lead Producer: Khweya Bezeid Episode Producer: Lamisah JahanProduction Manager: Maaheen Khan-BashirWriter:

There’s a world just beyond the veil, where shadows linger and whispers echo, where a flicker of doubt or fear can pull us into places we’d never thought we’d go. For Aliatou, the allure of this world wasn’t born of fear, but of curiosity—a desire to reconnect with her ancestral roots. In her search for deeper meaning, seeking to understand the traditions of her ancestors, she taps into something ancient and powerful. But as she ventures into the unknown, the line between the curiosity for her heritage and the dangerous forces she invited into her life begins to blur.Part 1 of Aliatou’s journey explores her fascination with the unknown and her descent into the world of Santeria. It’s a tale of curiosity, spiritual struggle, and the danger of seeking answers in places where light cannot reach. As she opens herself to the unseen, the forces she encounters begin to change her in ways she never imagined, setting the stage for the darkness that lies ahead.SPONSORS:Join The Digital Sisterhood for a journey of the heart and soul—our very first Umrah trip! From November 23rd to December 1st, 2025, we’re traveling to the blessed cities of Makkah and Madinah in collaboration with Dar El Salam Travel, trusted for over 35 years in delivering seamless and spiritually enriching pilgrimages.Walk in the footsteps of the Prophet ﷺ, pray in Masjid Al-Nabawi, and visit the sacred sites that hold the echoes of our deen’s most powerful moments. Our stress-free package includes guided ziyarahs, daily breakfast, all transportation, and even ihraam for men and prayer rugs for women—so you can focus entirely on your spiritual journey.Spots are limited! The first 10 sign-ups can reserve their place with just a $50 deposit. Land packages start as low as $1,895 USD for quad rooming, with other options available.Experience Umrah with a sisterhood that feels like home. Secure your spot today—visit https://dstworldtravel.com/tdsumrah/ or visit our link in bio to book now!_Sudan needs our help—let’s make a difference this Ramadan.As-salamu alaykum wa rahmatullahi wa barakatu, this Ramadan, The Digital Sisterhood is partnering with Human Concern International to provide urgent food aid to Sudan. Right now, over 24.7 million people—nearly 14 million of them children—are in crisis, struggling with extreme hunger.Last year, HCI helped over 9,000 people in Sudan. This year, we can do more. The famine is spreading, and families are starving. But together, we can change that.Ramadan is a month of mercy, and charity only increases our blessings. Be part of a lasting impact—donate now.Visit https://www.launchgood.

What happens in the moments after we leave this world? What does it truly mean to return to our Creator? In this episode, we take you on a journey through the unseen reality of death—not the supernatural unknown, but the inevitable path every soul will take.We sit with someone who prepares bodies for burial, uncovering the sacred and intimate process of washing, shrouding, and saying farewell. Through reflection and deep conversation, we explore what it means to die, what it means to be remembered, and what awaits us beyond this life.This is more than an episode—it’s a reminder. La ilaha illah Allah.Because at the end of it all, that’s what remains.SPONSORS: _This episode is brought to you by REEF Perfumes!Good news—REEF Perfumes is now in North America! No more traveling overseas just to restock your signature scent. Each fragrance is a journey, immersing you in the rich and captivating aromas of the Middle East.From the deep warmth of saffron and oud to bright and refreshing citrus notes, REEF has something for everyone. You can experience their luxurious collection in person at the Mall of America in Minneapolis, Minnesota, or The Fashion Outlets of Chicago near O’Hare Airport, with more locations coming soon across the U.S. and Canada.Can’t visit in person? No problem! Shop online at www.reefperfumesna.com and follow them on social media @reefperfumesna to stay updated.And here’s something special—The Digital Sisterhood listeners get an exclusive 20% discount! Just use code THANKYOUTDS20 at checkout for an extra 20% off, with no minimum purchase required._Sudan needs our help—let’s make a difference this Ramadan.As-salamu alaykum wa rahmatullahi wa barakatu, this Ramadan, The Digital Sisterhood is partnering with Human Concern International to provide urgent food aid to Sudan. Right now, over 24.7 million people—nearly 14 million of them children—are in crisis, struggling with extreme hunger.Last year, HCI helped over 9,000 people in Sudan. This year, we can do more. The famine is spreading, and families are starving. But together, we can change that.Ramadan is a month of mercy, and charity only increases our blessings. Be part of a lasting impact—donate now.Visit https://www.launchgood.com/v4/campaign/stand_w_sudan_w_digital_sisterhood to give,and listen

Sometimes to fight for your faith is truly a fight of survival in systems that were not designed to welcome you. In part 2 of this story, our guest Sara recounts her painful experiences of being incarcerated as a teenager in France and her reflections on what it truly means to experience ease after immense hardships. ** Our guest’s name has been changed to maintain confidentiality. -Host: Cadar Mohamud Lead Producer: Hanna Adan Writer: Sara EmiraProduction Manager: Maaheen Khan-BashirSound Designer: Youssef Douazou Marketing & Design Team: Sawsan Abdillahi, Wasima Farah, Khadija Musa, Mariya ShanCover Artist: Fatimah Nadeem

There’s no doubt that faith is a journey and fighting to protect one’s faith is an honorable struggle. But what happens when you embark on a journey without a guide - or even worse, a guide who has gone astray? This week’s episode sheds light on the grim reality of what happens when our vulnerable youth find comfort in the arms of strangers with ill intentions. Our guest Sara vulnerably shares her story of being groomed and radicalized in her early teens and how it turned her life upside down upside down forever. ** Our guest’s name has been changed to maintain confidentiality. -Host: Cadar Mohamud Lead Producer: Hanna Adan Writer: Maaheen Khan-BashirProduction Manager: Maaheen Khan-BashirSound Designer: Youssef Douazou Marketing & Design Team: Sawsan Abdillahi, Wasima Farah, Khadija Musa, Mariya ShanCover Artist: Fatimah Nadeem

In this episode, we hear from Intisar, a sister who shares her personal story of faith and struggle and discusses the daily battles she encounters, trying to reconcile her emotions with her faith in Allah SWT. Her story highlights the ongoing effort to stay true to her beliefs despite inner conflicts and societal expectations.-Come join us on a retreat this May 19-25th to Marrakech, Morocco, or May 26 - June 1 in Granada, Spain on what promises to be the journey of a lifetime. This won't just be a trip; it's a life-changing experience waiting to unfold.Visit go.sistersgetaway.com/tds to sign up. We have limited seats available so book your trip today!-Host: Cadar Mohamud Associate Producer: Khweya BezeidLead Producer: Hanna Adan Writer: Lamisah ChowduryProduction Manager: Maaheen Khan-BashirSound Designer: Youssef Douazou Marketing & Design Team: Sawsan Abdillahi, Wasima Farah, Khadija Musa, Mariya ShanCover Artist: Limma Ali ✨RESOURCE LINKS FROM INTISAR ✨1) Brother Wahwed Jensen and his Beyond the Rainbow Podcast - for Muslims struggling and not actively practicing the lifestyle https://awaybeyondtherainbow.buzzsprout.com2) https://muslimmatters.org/author/mobeenwaheed/3) The Straight Struggle Discord group:https://disboard.org/server/6864619169392885844) I hope Dr Hakim is available… his website is old and he himself is sharing too so I could make a few recommendations. - Yaqeen institute link to that topic from a couple of years ago:  https://youtu.be/wb_aqp3yAho?si=7lu0roc2MspKTrot5) Hikma Healing https://www.hakimarchuletta.com6) Muslim Somatic Therapy https://www.forwardtohealth.com/about7) Same sex attraction Muslims community group: https://disboard.org/server/686461916939288584you can also email Intisar personally at, [email protected] for any questions.thank you for listening with an open heart!

Nothing prepares you for seeing your homeland being torn apart. Sudan, a country once brimming with life, vibrant with dreams and hopes for the future of the land and the future of the people, is currently being ravaged by war and a genocide that is being ignored by the international community. The women of Sudan have risen up to lead the fight for revolution and liberation. In this episode, we hear from two such women - they are on the ground in Sudan, in the midst of war, fighting for the truth, and for their homeland.-Our main sponsor for today is Helping Hand for Relief and Development USA, this year we focus our efforts on our brothers and sisters in Palestine. Their team on the ground is working tirelessly to ensure dedicated emergency relief for Ramadan food boxes can reach them and alleviate some small semblance of their suffering. Our hope is to raise 25,000 USD to get them the basic necessities they desperately need. Visit www.launchgood.com/tds4palestine and give us a hand in providing them hope this Ramadan-Host: Cadar Mohamud Lead Producer: Hanna Adan Writers: Fareeda Baruwa and Maaheen Khan-BashirProduction Manager: Maaheen Khan-BashirSound Designer: Youssef Douazou Marketing & Design Team: Sawsan Abdillahi, Wasima Farah, Khadija Musa, Mariya ShanCover Artist: Aya Mohamed-For more information on Sudan, and how to help the Sudanese people: https://eyesonsudan.net/  https://www.rescue.org/uk/article/fighting-sudan-what-you-need-know-about-crisis Key accounts to follow on instagram: yousraelbagir, bsonblast, yassmin_a, sudan.updates

It is common knowledge that France has always made it very hard for muslim women to wear the hijab, and this season of Fighting for faith would be missing something if it didn’t have our French sisters. In this episode Loubna Reguig the national president of the EMF (Etudiants Musulmans de France - the French Muslim Students association) sheds light on the challenges faced by Muslim woman who choose to wear the hijab in France and how the French authorities leverage the different principles of the republic to justify their oppressive actions. –Our first sponsor is LaunchGood, TDS has partnered up with LaunchGood, a platform that enables you to explore thousands of different Zakat-eligible projects, creating a personalized approach to your giving. It's like browsing through a catalog, allowing you to find causes that resonate with you and align with your values.Each Zakat campaign is individually verified by a Zakat expert following their Zakat policy. This ensures that your contributions go to projects that truly qualify for Zakat, giving you the confidence that your Zakat is making a meaningful impact. Let's make the last 10 days of Ramadan count by fulfilling our Zakat obligations and supporting projects that can bring positive change to those in need. Visit LaunchGood.com/Zakat– We at TDS stand firm in our commitment to fight for our Ummah, this year to turn our hearts to those engaged in a daily struggle for survival—the resilient Palestinian people.which is why we have partnered up with Helping Hand for Relief and Development USA who have teams on the ground working tirelessly to ensure dedicated emergency relief. With us being in the last 10 days of Ramadan, let us collectively become a source of hope and solace for the Palestinian people.Head to www.launchgood.com/tds4palestine , donate, make duaa and Keep Fighting!–Host: Cadar Mohamud Associate Producer: Khweya BezeidLead Producer: Hanna Adan Writer: Khweya BezeidProduction Manager: Maaheen Khan-BashirSound Designer: Youssef Douazou Marketing & Design Team: Sawsan Abdillahi, Wasima Farah, Khadija Musa, Mariya ShanCover Artist: Sajedah Andalsi

For too long the whole world, and particularly us as Muslims, have turned a blind eye to the horrific and brutal treatment of our Uyghur brothers and sisters. We must remember them, we must say their names, we must hear their stories - so today we bring you two. Subhi and Jewher were raised miles apart, but share one homeland - East Turkestan.-Our main sponsor for today is Helping Hand for Relief and Development USA, this year we focus our efforts on our brothers and sisters in Palestine. Their team on the ground is working tirelessly to ensure dedicated emergency relief for Ramadan food boxes can reach them and alleviate some small semblance of their suffering. Our hope is to raise 25,000 USD to get them the basic necessities they desperately need. Visit launchgood.com/tds4palestine and give us a hand in providing them hope this Ramadan-Host: Cadar Mohamud Associate Producer: Maaheen Khan-BashirLead Producer: Hanna Adan Writer: Maaheen Khan-BashirProduction Manager: Maaheen Khan-BashirSound Designer: Youssef Douazou Marketing & Design Team: Sawsan Abdillahi, Wasima Farah, Khadija Musa, Mariya ShanCover Artist: Fatimah Nadeem-Jewher has shared the links below for more information on what is happening to Uyghur muslims, please use these to help and stay informed:https://www.allstaticandnoise.com/support - Link to film website for screenings and donations.https://www.amazon.com/Jewher-Ilham-Uyghurs-Father-Silence/dp/1608011054?nodl=1&dplnkId=61539547-9fd6-44e6-b82f-3f133b0ec037 - Link to Jewher’s first bookhttps://a.co/d/iy957Fv - Link to Jewher’s second book

In the heart-wrenching backdrop of Gaza's tumultuous reality, "If I must die" unveils a deeply moving story that explores the profound impact of loss on one family's journey through grief, resilience, and the enduring power of love. At the centre of the story is Shayma, a loving daughter and sister, whose life is abruptly shattered by the indiscriminate violence that has become an all-too-familiar presence in her homeland.This episode was recorded on the 10th of January. Please donate to Shayma’s GoFundMe, to help her and her family evacuate from Gaza https://t.co/1ckKD2lj1G—Our first sponsor is LaunchGood, TDS has partnered up with LaunchGood, the largest Muslim fundraising platform globally, to make your fundraising experience even more impactful. With LaunchGood you get an opportunity to participate in daily contests where you can win donation boosts of up to $5000 a day! Imagine the incredible impact your fundraising efforts can have with this additional support. All you have to do is choose a charity or your cause you are passionate about, create your fundraising page, and use LaunchGood's daily contests to boost your donations. To learn more and get started, visit launchgood.com/startfundraising.– We at TDS stand firm in our commitment to fight for our Ummah, this year to turn our hearts to those engaged in a daily struggle for survival—the resilient Palestinian people.which is why we have partnered up with Helping Hand for Relief and Development USA who have teams on the ground working tirelessly to ensure dedicated emergency relief. Together, we can be a source of hope and solace for the Palestinian people.Head to launchgood.com/tds4palestine, donate, make duaa and Keep Fighting!– Host: Cadar Mohamud Episode Producer: Lamisah ChowdhuryLead Producer: Hanna Adan Writer: Lamisah ChowdhuryProduction Manager: Maaheen Khan-BashirSound Designer: Youssef Douazou Marketing & Design Team: Sawsan Abdillahi, Wasima Farah, Khadija Musa, Mariya ShanCover Artist: Noor V. Aerbay– For more information on Palestine, and how to help the Palestinian people: https://yaqeeninstitute.org/tag/palestinehttps://palestinecampaign.org/resources/https://decolonizepalestine.com/Resources for mental health: https://socialworklicensemap.com/blog/coping-with-secondary-trauma/https://www.bma.org.uk/advice-and-support/your-wellbeing/vicarious-trauma/

We are giving you all a BONUS episode! Yes you have heard it right! We are back with S2 of 'After the Show" a SPECIAL access to behind the scenes content which includes extended interview cuts, notes from the producer and all the archival content we don't get to include in the episode! Now that you have listened to Bending the knee, we wanted you guys to get to hear Cadaar speak about her experience recording this personal episode.“After the show” is now LIVE on iTunes and Spotify (through our patreon). Episodes will drop Tuesdays after every new episode on Friday, so go subscribe now!Get access for free through an Apple podcast subscription or by subscribing for 1.99 USD monthly and 2 USD on Patreon monthlyLINK IS IN OUR BIO-In this episode Cadar and Khweya delve into their podcast journey and the work that is put in the season opener. Cadar tells us more about the profound impact her friendship with Maryan has had on her life as well as the catalyst moment that pushed her to start The Digital Sisterhood. The girls also share more about imposter syndrome and the feeling of not doing enough.Unlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.

Once again in TDS tradition, Cadar opens the season with another personal story. This time it’s a continuation of the first debut episode on TDS called “The WallFlower.'' The story takes place after she’s found a new sense of direction and faith, except now all that she believes in is put to the test. In her first year of university, Cadar learns from experience the entrenched and upheld islamophobic realities that plagues western academia. Until one day everything comes to a head, and, Cadar’s had to make choice for the sake of her academic career & future to either bend the knee or stand ten toes down in what she believes in. – Our first sponsor is LaunchGood, TDS has partnered up with LaunchGood to give you a chance to automate your sadaqah and give to 30 different causes around the world. aligning with the saying of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ: "The most beloved of deeds to Allah are those that are most consistent, even if it is small. Visit LaunchGood.com/Ramadan to sign up and join us in making a positive change this Ramadan. May your generosity be rewarded abundantly Ameen!– For the third year in a row we have partnered up with Helping Hand for Relief and Development USA, this year we focus our efforts on our brothers and sisters in Palestine. Their team on the ground is working tirelessly to ensure dedicated emergency relief for Ramadan food boxes can reach them and alleviate some small semblance of their suffering. Visit launchgood.com/tds4palestine and give us a hand in providing them hope this Ramadan– Host: Cadar Mohamud Episode Producer: Khweya BezeidLead Producer: Hanna Adan Writer: Cadar MohamudProduction Manager: Maaheen Khan-BashirSound Designer: Youssef Douazou Marketing & Design Team: Sawsan Abdillahi, Wasima Farah, Khadija Musa, Mariya ShanCover Artist: Yumnah RushdyUnlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.

Fighting for Faith is our defiant response—a call to action against assimilation. It's a movement echoing the struggles faced by women everyday in Sudan, Gaza at home, and beyond. Inspired by them.. this is why #TDSFightingForFaith—one story at a time, empowering women to stand tall, resilient in their Imaan.

We are back with PART 2 of Behind the Mic, this time with the directors in your ears, and in your speakers, telling you a behind the scenes story…Sawsan, Noura, Aisha and Cadar talk TDS beyond the podcast, listen in as they trade memories, intentions and future plans in this special episode.——We have partnered up with DiscoverU life to help you get Ramadan ready with their Visionaire programVisionaire is a 5 step formula that will helps build and nurture a believer’s mindset and allows you to craft strong and powerful dream duaas that will change the trajectory of your life whilst raising your standard in Deen and Dunya.The live online sessions by the late Sh.Muhammad Alshareef, and a live guided experience by Razia Hamidi will go on through the month of Ramadan. Don’t worry you’ll have lifetime access to ALL the courses, bonuses and resources shared once you sign up.Register today and get a 10% discount code only for TDS members using our promo code TDS10Visit www.visionaireramadan.com/TDSHost: Cadar MohamudLead Producer: Hanna AdanEditor: Lamisah ChowdhuryGraphic Designer: Wasima FarahProject Manager: Maaheen Khan Sound Designer: Youssef DouazouMarketing Extraordinaire: Sawsan AbdillahiUnlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.

You thought you wouldn’t hear from us till Ramadan …..well guess again,TDS is back with new episodes.In the spirit of reviving a Season one tradition the team is behind the microphone here to give you a behind the scenes exclusive on what 2023 was like for us!Hear from Khweya, Hanna, Maaheen, Lamisah and of course are host Cadar talk to you about S3, Lovetember and what its like being part of The Digital Sisterhood team Disclaimer: Lamisah was experiencing some mic issues apologies for the audio quality in advance ——We have partnered up with DiscoverU life to help you get Ramadan ready with their Visionaire programVisionaire is a 5 step formula that will helps build and nurture a believer’s mindset and allows you to craft strong and powerful dream duaas that will change the trajectory of your life whilst raising your standard in Deen and Dunya.The live online sessions by the late Sh.Muhammad Alshareef, and a live guided experience by Razia Hamidi will go on through the month of Ramadan. Don’t worry you’ll have lifetime access to ALL the courses, bonuses and resources shared once you sign up.Register today and get a 10% discount code only for TDS members using our promo code TDS10Visit www.visionaireramadan.com/TDSHost: Cadar MohamudEpisode Producer: Khweya BezeidLead Producer: Hanna AdanEditor: Lamisah ChowdhuryGraphic Designer: Wasima FarahProject Manager: Maaheen Khan Sound Designer: Youssef DouazouMarketing Extraordinaire: Sawsan AbdillahiUnlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.

For the final episode of Lovetember, we wanted to give all our listeners the perfect fairy tale ending… This story follows Halima, a Mexican Indigenous and American girl just trying to understand the people and world around her. Join us as we follow through the epic love story that is, of finding the most special relationship, on her path to finding Allah.Host: Cadar MohamudEpisode Producer: Khweya BezeidLead Producer: Hanna AdanAssociate Producer: Kwaku Dapaah-DanquahEditor: Lamisah ChowdhuryWriter: Lamisah ChowdhuryGraphic Designer: Wasima FarahProject Manager: Maaheen Khan Sound Designer: Youssef DouazoMarketing Extraordinaire: Sawsan AbdillahiUnlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.

Iqraa -- Read. This was the first word to be revealed from the Holy Quran. A simple command that can be very difficult to obey. And for Aaliyah this was even more uniquely difficult, as the words of the Quran began to lift, change & morphe before her eyes with no explanation, Aaliyah started to believe she may never be able to read.In this episode, join her as she opens up about overcoming difficulties and allowing her love for the Quran to flourish.Disclaimer: Voices in this episode have been distorted to provide anonymity.Host: Cadar MohamudLead Producer: Hanna AdanAssociate Producer: Khweya BezeidAssociate Producer: Kwaku Dapaah-DanquahScript Writer and Editor: Sara EmiraGraphic Designer: Wasima FarahProject Manager: Maaheen Khan-BashirSound Designer: Youssef DouazouMarketing Extraordinaire: Sawsan AbdillahiUnlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.

Have you ever watched the movie Love & Basketball? Well in this next episode, we dive into the captivating story of Bilqis Abdul-Qaadir, the first Muslim woman to play basketball in a hijab in NCAA Division 1.In this story, Bliqis grapples with the loss of her first love, but she finds another along the way...Host: Cadar MohamudLead Producer: Hanna AdanAssociate Producer: Kwaku Dapaah-DanquahAssociate Producer: Khweya BezeidEditor: Fareeda BaruwaGraphic Designer: Wasima FarahCover Art by: Maymuna AliProject Manager: Maaheen Khan-BashirSound Designer: Youssef DouazoMarketing Extraordinaire: Sawsan AbdillahiUnlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.

This week we’ve been granted the opportunity to reconnect with a previous guest; none other than Asma Hussein, the founder of Ruqayyah’s Bookshelf!Back in Season 1, Asma walked us through her journey with grief as a widow and as a single mother, showing us how love can fill us with hope even on the darkest of days. Come with us today as we catch up with her on how she’s been doing since, featuring a surprise story from the esteemed author herself about how this specific theme has played such an instrumental role in her story…Host: Cadar MohamudEpisode Producer: Khweya BezeidAssociate Producer: Kwaku Dapaah-DanquahLead Producer: Hanna AdanEditors: Sara Emira, Naomi WirstaWriters: Lamisah Chowdhury, Naomi WirstaGraphic Designer: Wasima FarahProject Manager: Maaheen Khan-BashirSound Designer: Youssef DouazoMarketing Extraordinaire: Sawsan AbdillahiUnlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.

To kick things off in TDS style, we charge RIGHT into our most anticipated mid-season return of all: the one that we’ve dubbed as LOVETEMBER. Lover girls around the globe are invited to join us as we ask the big questions: when will MY time for love come? Is there still hope, through all trials and tribulations, for us to grow into each of our own love stories? Fear not, dear listeners, as we embark on this journey to find out what love truly means together;In your ears, and in your speakers, telling you a good LOVE story. Several, in fact!Host: Cadar MohamudGuest Producer: Sawsan AbdillahiLead Producer: Hanna AdanEditor: Sara EmiraScript: Naomi Wirsta, Sara EmiraGraphic Designer: Wasima FarahProject Manager: Maaheen Khan Sound Designer: Youssef DouazoMarketing Extraordinaire: Sawsan AbdillahiUnlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.

As Cadar prepares to tour the UK - specifically London and Manchester, she wanted to leave a special little message for some of our favourite listeners out there. Use code TDSUK to get 25% off the final tickets for our UK Tour before we sell out.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SEASON 3 EPISODE 4 - Stepping in to the lightWhen Cadar stumbles across an article featuring today's guest Shazrina binti Azman also known as Mizz Nina , she was so compelled by her story and that she set out to ask the former pop star why she decided to step away from the lime light and in to the noor of Islam.——Our first sponsor today is @LyraSwim , a brand that cares about how women feel without compromising on looking and feeling good, a brand that reflects the beliefs and values of women from all walks of life.Designed in London and ethically produced in Istanbul, Lyra swimwear will provide you with 50 UPF protection, fast-drying and high quality fabric. Head to our link in bio and use the code TDS5 to get 5% off their entire collection and get your stylish burkini look down!——Our second sponsor this episode is brought to you by Helping Hand for Relief and Development USA, This Ramadan we've collaborated once more with them to help build brand new washrooms for girls in Somalia and Kenya. Head to hhrd.org/tds (https://hhrd.org/tds) to donate and find out more about the cause.Help us reach our goal of 25,600 USD which enables us to build six bathrooms giving women and girls access to sanitary and clean washrooms.——VOTE FOR TDS TO WIN THE AUDIENCE HONOREE AWARD @shortyawards: https://shortyawards.com/15th/the-digital-sisterhood-podcast-2This episode was brought to you by Beautiful Light StudiosHost: Cadar MohamudExecutive Producer: Muna ScekomarGuest Producer: Sawsan AbdillahiGuest Editor: Lamisah ChowdhuryAssistant Producers: Nima Harun, Khweya BezeidGraphic Designer: Wasima FarahMarketing Extraordinaire: Sawsan AbdillahiUnlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.

SEASON 3 EPISODE 3 - Holding on to Hope | Part Two In part two, Cadar digs deeper into Aj’s story after finding something on her LinkedIn page that gave Cadar more questions about AJ’s story than she initially did before. And what she found was much much much deeper than she expected.——Our first sponsor today is East Qasil, a natural ingredient and nourishing powder with deep cleansing properties that hydrates and softens your skin for a bright glow. Get exclusive discounts and insider access to their product launch by joining their waitlist before April 30th. Head to EASTQASIL.COM (http://eastqasil.com) and reserve your spot today!Our second sponsor this episode is brought to you by Helping Hand for Relief and Development USA, This Ramadan we've collaborated once more with them to help build brand new washrooms for girls in Somalia and Kenya. Head to hhrd.org/tds (https://hhrd.org/tds) to donate and find out more about the cause.Help us reach our goal of 25,600 USD which enables us to build six bathrooms giving women and girls access to sanitary and clean washrooms.VOTE FOR TDS TO WIN THE AUDIENCE HONOREE AWARD: https://shortyawards.com/15th/the-digital-sisterhood-podcast-2This episode was brought to you by Beautiful Light StudiosHost: Cadar MohamudProducer: Muna ScekomarAssistant Producers: Nima Harun, Khweya BezeidGraphic Designer: Wasima FarahMarketing Extraordinaire: Sawsan AbdillahiUnlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.

SEASON 3 EPISODE 2 - Holding on to HopeWhen Cadar gets a tip about a rumor that Sahih International, one of the most widely read translation of the Quran, was published and translated by the three white revert American women. She went into investigative mode, rolled up her sleeves and went digging to verify the rumors.——Our first sponsor today is East Qasil, a natural ingredient and nourishing powder with deep cleansing properties that hydrates and softens your skin for a bright glow. Get exclusive discounts and insider access to their product launch by joining their waitlist before April 30th. Head to EASTQASIL.COM and reserve your spot today!Our second sponsor this episode is brought to you by Helping Hand for Relief and Development USA, This Ramadan we've collaborated once more with them to help build brand new washrooms for girls in Somalia and Kenya. Head to hhrd.org/tds to donate and find out more about the cause.Help us reach our goal of 25,600 USD which enables us to build six bathrooms giving women and girls access to sanitary and clean washrooms.This episode was brought to you by Beautiful Light StudiosHost: Cadar MohamudProducer: Muna ScekomarAssistant Producers: Nima Harun, Khweya BezeidGraphic Designer: Wasima FarahMarketing Extraordinaire: Sawsan AbdillahiUnlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.

Have you ever asked yourself, "am I worthy to make duaa to Allah?" "how can a 'bad' muslim ask Allah for anything?"Those questions constantly haunted Cadar's mind until one day she decided to take a chance and step into the power of duaa. The story that followed was the most dramatic love story to ever be told, which left her repeating "Had I known..."This episode is sponsored by Helping Hand for Relief and Development USA, Head to hhrd.org/tds to donate and find out more about the causeHelp us reach our goal of 25,600 USD which enables us to build six bathrooms giving women and girls access to sanitary and clean washroom.This episode was brought to you by Beautiful Light StudiosHost: Cadar MohamudProducer: Muna ScekomarAssistant Producers: Nima Harun, Khweya BezeidGraphic Designer: Wasima FarahMarketing Extraordinaire: Sawsan AbdillahiUnlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.

Content Warning: Death, Hospital, COVID-19As the deadly virus COVID-19 began to spread across the world, Respiratory therapists were pushed to the frontlines. While hospitals were meant to be a safe haven for all, Yasmin became painfully aware of demon lurking in the shadows, ready to sacrifice anyone not holding a privilege card . As Yasmin begins to enlist the help of her closest friend Urji and other healthcare workers to save families and patients from falling through the cracks, she finds herself caught and needing to be saved too.Mawadda Disposable Hijab launches Monday, NOV 7th, 2022Please follow their instagram and visit their page by clicking hereThis Week's sponsor is ACC or A Continuous Charity: an organization with a mission to to promote the spiritual and intellectual development of Muslims throughout North America by providing interest-free loans for higher education.They have launched a $25k fundraising campaign to support Muslim women and aid them in attaining their educational pursuits. “ACC for Women’s Empowerment” or ACC4WE aims to support sisters across the nation struggling to pursue an education simply because they don’t want to compromise their deen and drown in crippling debt.Every dollar you is a continuous charity for you . DONATE HERE AND SPREAD THE WORDFinally, If this podcast gave you value, we’re leaving it up to you. Donate however much you feel like it gave you. We have a big team who put so many hours into bringing this show to life. DONATE HERE TO HELP TDS CONTINUE✨And if you can't give right now, please keep us in your duas ✨This episode was brought to you by Beautiful Light Studios.Recorded at MH Studios TorontoHost: Cadar MohamudSenior Producer/ Editor: Muna ScekomarAssistant Producers: Khweya Bezeid & Nima HarunGraphic Designer: Wasima FarahProject manager: Yasmin MohamudMarketing Manager: Sawsan AbdillahiUnlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.

In the comic book “Racism and all its friends, Vol.1" Yasmin, a soft-spoken introvert, is challenged by an assembled ancient league of evil, popularly known as racism in the medical field. Although Yasmin was not the archetype hero everyone expected, she manages to unleash the dormant power laying within, making her the greatest kind of hero to ever was.This Week's sponsor is ACC or A Continuous Charity: an organization with a mission to to promote the spiritual and intellectual development of Muslims throughout North America by providing interest-free loans for higher education.They have launched a $25k fundraising campaign to support Muslim women and aid them in attaining their educational pursuits. “ACC for Women’s Empowerment” or ACC4WE aims to support sisters across the nation struggling to pursue an education simply because they don’t want to compromise their deen and drown in crippling debt.Every dollar you is a continuous charity for you . Here's the link to donate and if you cant donate then please spread the word https://bit.ly/TDSxACCFinally, If this podcast gave you value, we’re leaving it up to you. Donate however much you feel like it gave you. We have a big team who put so many hours into bringing this show to life. Donate at : https://linktr.ee/digitalsisterhood✨And if you can't give right now, please keep us in your duas ✨This episode was brought to you by Beautiful Light Studios.Recorded at MH Studios TorontoHost: Cadar MohamudSenior Producer/ Editor: Muna ScekomarAssistant Producers: Khweya Bezeid & Nima HarunGraphic Designer: Wasima FarahProject manager: Yasmin MohamudMarketing Manager: Sawsan AbdillahiUnlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.

Content Warning: SuicideAt the age of 14, Amal's move to Toronto taught her that home is not a place but a person. The word Hooyo (mom) comes from the root word Hooy which means Home. But what happens when that home is temporary?Taking care of our mental health is just as important as taking care of our physical health.Finally, If this podcast gave you value, we’re leaving it up to you. Donate however much you feel like it gave you. We have a big team who put so many hours into bringing this show to life. Donate at : https://linktr.ee/digitalsisterhood✨And if you can't give right now, please keep us in your duas ✨This episode was brought to you by Beautiful Light Studios.Recorded at MH Studios TorontoHost: Cadar MohamudSenior Producer/ Editor: Muna ScekomarAssistant Producer: Khweya BezeidIntern: Nima HarunRecording Engineer: Jonathan LilloGraphic Designer: Wasima FarahProject manager: Yasmin MohamudMarketing Manager: Sawsan AbdillahiRESOURCES & SERVICES IF YOU NEED HELP:https://maristan.org/resourceshttps://muslimmentalhealth.com/patients-families/resource-directory/https://naseeha.orghttps://khalilcenter.com/mental-health-service-landing-page/Unlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.

Mariama's love of Arabic as a young adult led her to become a student of knowledge in Egypt. Along the way, she realizes that this journey was nothing like she expected it to be.This week we've partnered up with Salaams App:If you are searching for a Muslim partner who shares your values and core beliefs, or maybe you have recently moved to a new city and are in search of Muslimahs in your vicinity to connect with, then Salams is the app for you!With over 3.5 million Muslims signed up globally, Salams has made it all that easy to search, build and find a relationship based on the foundations of Islam, from friendship for the sake of Allah to all the way to finding the right partner for marriage.Give Salams a try by heading to salams.app.link/TDSPodcast and download it todayThis episode was brought to you by Beautiful Light Studios.Recorded at MH Studios TorontoHost: Cadar MohamudSenior Producer/ Editor: Muna ScekomarProducer In-Training: Nima HarunRecording Engineer: Jonathan LilloGraphic Designer: Wasima FarahProject manager: Yasmin MohamudMarketing Manager: Sawsan AbdillahiUnlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.

The learning process that we all go through when embark on a new journey is hard and difficult. It also one that requires us to pause and reflect. Sometimes your dreams pass your capabilities at the moment, so you have to slow down and reassess. This week our producer Muna shares her thoughts with us in this unedited uncut producer producer taker over.This episode is sponsored by Salams,If you are searching for a Muslim partner who shares your values and core beliefs, or maybe you have recently moved to a new city and are in search of Muslimahs in your vicinity to connect with, then Salams is the app for you! With over 3.5 million Muslims signed up globally, Salams has made it all that easy to search, build and find a relationship based on the foundations of Islam, from friendship for the sake of Allah to all the way to finding the right partner for marriage.The app is free, easy and safe to use with options to text chat, use voice messages, personalized filters, view your profile stats, anti-ghost tool, and more all throughout the app. You can meet your sister or match in your area or across the world. Salams is confident that the right person for you could be just a few swipes away. Give Salams a try by heading to salams.app.link/TDSPodcast and download it todayUnlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.

Trusting the wisdom of Allah is difficult when our hearts are clouded by arrogance. After searching for equality everywhere, Asma, a former public policy major, learns that true justice can only come from Al-HakeemThis week we've partnered up with Rabata: Ribaat is an online academic program that offers courses in Islamic Sciences, Arabic language, and Tajwid of the Holy Quran to women around the world. The program provides Muslim women with a solid foundation through a comprehensive curriculum covering the full range of traditional Islamic Sciences. The aim of the program is to graduate scholars and da'iyas prepared to educate others, as well as to provide independent classes for those not seeking certification.Registration opens August 15thVisit https://ribaat.rabata.org/ to register todayFinally, If this podcast gave you value, we’re leaving it up to you. Donate however much you feel like it gave you. We have a big team who put so many hours into bringing this show to life. Donate at : https://linktr.ee/digitalsisterhood✨And if you can't give right now, please keep us in your duas ✨This episode was brought to you by Beautiful Light Studios.Recorded at MH Studios TorontoHost: Cadar MohamudSenior Producer/ Editor: Muna ScekomarIntern: Nima HarunRecording Engineer: Jonathan LilloTape-Syncer: Vish BGraphic Designer: Wasima FarahProject manager: Yasmin MohamudMarketing Manager: Sawsan AbdillahiUnlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.

In part two, Cadar, Yusra, Fatima, and Ismahaan continue the legendary conversation. They dive into topics such as stereotypes, marriage, twitter comments, and many more with hilarity, depth and eloquence.Buy your tickets for the Growth Conference, happening July 16-17 in Minnesota: https://growthconferencemn.com/growth-conference1621556280926Join our Eid Celebration in New Jersey on July 23rd: https://almabyrahma.com/products/eid-celebration-with-tdsFinally, If this podcast gave you value, we’re leaving it up to you. Donate however much you feel like it gave you. We have a big team who put so many hours into bringing this show to life. Donate at : https://linktr.ee/digitalsisterhood✨And if you can't give right now, please keep us in your duas ✨This episode was brought to you by Beautiful Light Studios.Recorded at MH Studios TorontoExecutive Producer/ Editor: Muna ScekomarIntern: Nima HarunRecording Engineer: Jonathan LilloGraphic Designer: Wasima FarahProject manager: Yasmin MohamudMarketing Manager: Sawsan AbdillahiUnlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.

In this week's episode, Cadar invites some of her favorite people in the world to have a long overdue conversation. Over the years, we've witnessed everyone and their mamas share their opinions on the Niqaab but now it's time to return the mic where it belongs.Buy your tickets for the Growth Conference, happening July 16-17 in Minnesota: https://growthconferencemn.com/growth-conference1621556280926Join our Eid Celebration in New Jersey on July 23rd: https://almabyrahma.com/products/eid-celebration-with-tdsFinally, If this podcast gave you value, we’re leaving it up to you. Donate however much you feel like it gave you. We have a big team who put so many hours into bringing this show to life. Donate at : https://linktr.ee/digitalsisterhood✨And if you can't give right now, please keep us in your duas ✨This episode was brought to you by Beautiful Light Studios.Recorded at MH Studios TorontoExecutive Producer/ Editor: Muna ScekomarIntern: Nima HarunRecording Engineer: Jonathan LilloGraphic Designer: Wasima FarahProject manager: Yasmin MohamudMarketing Manager: Sawsan AbdillahiUnlock the power of sponsorship with Digital Sisterhood! Our user-friendly tool makes it a breeze to book and feature your brand on any of our upcoming episodes. Click on the following link to find out how to https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/tds.