Freshly Grounded

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  • Episode 389: Arnaut Danjuma & Michael Jarman

    We're joined by football powerhouse Arnaut Danjuma and his agent and close friend Michael Jarman, the man behind some of football's most strategic moves. In this powerful conversation, we unpack:

    👉 What makes a truly great player-agent relationship 👉 The gritty reality of transfer windows and behind-the-scenes negotiations 👉 Danjuma's journey from lost money to full control over his career 👉 Jarman's incredible journey to Islam 👉 The power of trust, focus, and faith in football and in life

    Raw, honest, inspiring, this isn't just about football. It's about brotherhood, purpose, and building something real.

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    1 hr 14 min
  • Episode 388

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    Faisal and Kaya are joined briefly by Ibrahim behind the producer table and the mysterious yet ever-present Sulaiman. We dive into the chaos and beauty of launching Freshly Grounded's livestreams, the hilarious behind-the-scenes moments, and how it's reshaping the FG community.

    We also unpack the deeper topics: the power of intention in your worship, the danger of passive exposure to harmful content, and why clean, entertaining Muslim content is more essential than ever. From cholesterol scares and Whoop rants to heartfelt reminders about Eid, family, and keeping your word, this episode is raw, reflective, and full of laughs.

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    58 min
  • Episode 387: SuperSaf

    We sit down with SuperSaf, the internet's go-to guy honest reviews and staying two steps ahead in the world of consumer tech.

    We get into:

    👉 How the YouTube algorithm really works 👉 The rise of Chinese tech: is it innovation or imitation? 👉 What it takes to stay consistent as a creator in a fast-moving world 👉 And whether digital avatars and image generation cross any Islamic lines

    We also talk electric cars, overpriced phones, Apple's new tricks, and why you probably don't need that upgrade (but you'll want it anyway).

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    59 min
  • Episode 386: Dr Fawzi Katranji

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    In this episode of Freshly Grounded, we welcome back Dr. Fawzi Katranji, a specialist in breathing and sleep disorders, who recently found himself trending across the world. We unpack what happened, how AI is changing the face of medicine, and what it's like being recognized in real life because of a lung X-ray.

    Dr. Fawzi also shares practical tips on sleep hygiene, how sleep studies work, and why snoring isn't always something to ignore. This episode is a deep dive into health, hustle, and how staying consistent with your message online can quite literally change your life.

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    48 min
  • Episode 385

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    Faisal and Kaya are joined by Sulaiman on production and a special guest: 15-year-old Musa, who's flown in from the UK for a two-day work experience placement at FG HQ.

    The episode kicks off with jokes, chair upgrades, and coffee bean debates, and evolves into a meaningful conversation about AI in medicine, Muslim infrastructure, and how to carry ourselves with principle, discipline, and mercy

    Faisal shares powerful reflections on his doctor Dr. Fawzy going viral, and the importance of sincerity in media. We also dive into sports competitiveness, character development, and what we can learn from pro athletes like Moeen Ali.

    Whether you're a long-time FG fan or just discovering us, this episode is a true rollercoaster of laughs, wisdom, and behind-the-scenes chaos including unexpected Amazon deliveries, chair hacks, and heartfelt advice to the next generation.

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    1 hr 5 min
  • Episode 384: Ben Iqra

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    👉 The legal structures you need to know 👉 How to get your UAE residency in just 14 days 👉 The exact 5 free zones UK founders are using

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    -- We're joined once again by the incredible Ben Iqra, but this time, in our brand new studio, with our brand new producer Sulaiman behind the scenes, and a brand new PS5 gifted by Omar (we'll explain).

    Ben opens up about his hijrah journey across Turkey and Bahrain, how he built a halal social media growth agency from scratch, and what it's really like to build a family, business, and future abroad. He shares insights on growing ethically on social media, why most content flops, and how your intention in business matters more than you think.

    This episode is filled with brotherhood, barakah, behind-the-scenes stories, and a whole lot of heart.

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    1 hr 6 min
  • Episode 383: Hisham Abu Yusuf

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    Ustadh Hisham Abu Yusuf is not your typical influencer. In fact, he hates social media. And yet, through a divine twist, his words have reached millions.

    In this powerful episode of Freshly Grounded, Ustadh Hisham opens up about:

    👉 His viral Names of Allah series and why it resonated so deeply. 👉 The emotional depth and research behind each lesson. 👉 His reflections on sincerity, fame, and being a "reluctant influencer." 👉 Insights from his role at Tarteel AI and why it's different from other AI apps. 👉 How working as a Muslim chaplain exposed him to the raw, unfiltered reality of young Muslims struggling with faith, identity, and trauma. 👉 The prophetic secret to calmness, productivity, and long-term resilience. 👉 The Musa (AS) story like you've never heard it before — as a framework for processing trauma and finding meaning in our most painful moments.

    We also dive deep into topics like Arabic language revival, toxic teaching, and the dangerous illusions of self-help culture.

    This isn't just a conversation, it's a perspective shift.

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    1 hr 30 min
  • Episode 382: The Sunnah Guy

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    The Sunnah Guy has garnered 2.6 million followers on Instagram and is now teaching Muslims how to dominate social media without selling their soul, he's here alongside his strategic sidekick Nas Numbers, co‑founder of 6ten Management and the brains behind the polished Muslim creator movement.

    What you'll learn in this episode:

    🔥 From Zero to 2.6 Million: The Sunnah Guy breaks down his "four days of work, 30 days of output" system that grew his following by 200K every month

    💼 Monetization in the Halal Lane: Nas Numbers reveals why "Muslim creator" ≠ "halal creator," and how he's building startups and negotiating deals so our brothers don't pay the dreaded Muslim tax.

    🎯 Delegation Mastery: Learn exactly when to handle deals yourself and when to hand off the mic (and the contract) so you can focus on creation, not negotiation headaches.

    🚀 Resourcefulness & Systems: Discover why the secret sauce isn't talent or tech, but relentless resourcefulness, tiny "one‑percent" optimizations, and systems that make greatness frictionless.

    🔄 Pivot & Scale: Behind the scenes on how The Sunnah Guy pivoted content styles from cinematic edits to raw park-bench takes without losing momentum or authenticity.

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    1 hr 21 min
  • Episode 381: Faisal & Kaya

    Our first episode from the NEW STUDIO! 🎉 Faisal & Kaya sit down in between boxes, wires, and chaos, and talk about everything from setting up the new Freshly Grounded HQ to the wildest debates you didn't know you needed (can 100 men take down a silverback gorilla?!).

    We also share the behind-the-scenes of building the dream podcast table, the joys and disappointments of coffee machines (spoiler: it takes 100 coffees to get good?!), the importance of baristas in every profession (even pilots), and balancing excitement with financial discipline while raising capital and growing Freshly Grounded.

    PLUS: Big news: we are officially raising capital and still taking investor calls as we build this next chapter of Freshly Grounded. This is the raw and honest look behind the curtain of building something special.

    Interested in the investment deck? Email Faisal at [email protected]

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    50 min
  • Episode 380: Faisal & Kaya

    Faisal and Kaya sit down to talk about everything happening behind the scenes: from raising investment and growing the brand to the future of the FG studio.

    This might be the last episode filmed in the home setup… and a new chapter is about to begin.

    We talk about:

    – Why we're raising investment for FG – The emotional ups and downs of building something meaningful – The vision behind our new studio – How we've stayed true to our values through it all – The future of the brand

    This one's raw, real, and from the heart.

    If you've ever supported Freshly Grounded in any way, thank you.

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    1 hr 18 min

About Freshly Grounded

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Freshly Grounded is a weekly podcast founded by 2 British Muslim entrepreneurs, Faisal and Sam. The boys discuss anything and everything from business, lifestyle, conspiracies and current world…

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