A Conversation with Imam Dawood Yasin

Welcome to another enriching episode of the Talking With Teachers podcast! 🎙️

This week, host Dr. Abdullah bin Hamid Ali is joined by Imam Dawood Yasin, a seasoned educator and leader whose career reflects a deep commitment to ethical living and service.

📌 Highlights of Imam Dawood’s career:

Currently a board member of the Lamppost Education Initiative, Imam Dawood also studied Islamic studies at Abu Nour Institute in Damascus.

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Welcome to the 10th episode of Season 3 of the Talking With Teachers podcast! 🌙

In this special episode, host Dr. Abdullah bin Hamid Ali is joined by Dr. Youssef Ismail, a scholar of mechanical engineering and expert in Astronomy, Mathematics, Physics, the History of Science, and Maliki Fiqh. Dr. Ismail, a contributor to Crescentwatch.org, offers valuable insights into fascinating topics that connect science, spirituality, and Islamic tradition.

📌 Topics discussed:
🔹 How to determine Fajr in relation to eating suhoor during Ramadan
🔹 The debate on the Northeast vs. Southeast Qibla direction
🔹 The traditions and science behind moon sighting

This episode dives deep into the practical and theological aspects of these discussions, blending modern science with classical Islamic jurisprudence.

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Welcome to another episode of Talking With Teachers! In this insightful conversation, we’re joined by Brett Pike, founder of the Classical Learner Homeschooling Program. Brett shares his journey in developing a unique, classical approach to homeschooling, rooted in values-driven education and designed to inspire children’s natural curiosity and love of learning.

Throughout the episode, Brett discusses the transformative potential of homeschooling, the challenges parents and educators face today, and actionable strategies for fostering independent thinkers. Whether you're considering homeschooling, already on the journey, or simply interested in alternative education methods, this episode offers valuable takeaways for anyone passionate about education.

Tune in to learn how you can empower the next generation with knowledge, resilience, and critical thinking skills! Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you don’t miss any of our upcoming episodes!

We are excited to share the latest episode of Talking With Teachers, where Dr. Abdullah bin Hamid Ali hosts a thought-provoking conversation with Imam Faheem Shuaibe. In each episode, we explore the journeys, influences, and insights of notable Muslim scholars, teachers, and leaders.

This episode features Imam Faheem Shuaibe, Resident Imam at Waritheen Mosque (Masjidul Waritheen) in Oakland, California. From his roots as a minister in the Nation of Islam to his transformation as a lifelong student of Imam W. D. Mohammed (ra), Imam Faheem shares his unique journey and perspectives on American Muslim identity and community building. He is also the founder of the Muslim American Research Institute Advocating Marriage (M.A.R.I.A.M.) and the Sacred Life Project.

Imam Faheem’s work extends beyond the mosque. As a consultant to esteemed organizations, including the Commonwealth Club of San Francisco, UC Berkeley, and Yale Law School, he brings a wealth of experience and vision to a variety of fields.

This week we are honored to feature Dr. Nazeer Ahmed on our podcast. Dr. Ahmed is an Indian-American scholar, inventor, historian, and legislator. He is the director of the American Institute of Islamic History and Culture in California. Also, he serves on the board of the World Organization for Resource Development and Education in Washington, DC. He is a Member of the State Knowledge Commission in India. Dr. Ahmed holds a Ph.D. from Cornell University, AeE and MS degrees from the California Institute of Technology, an MBA from Rider University, and BE from the University of Mysore. A space scientist by training, he was one of the Chief Scientists on the NASA Hubble Space Telescope and was a Team Leader on the Lunar Land Rover, Apollo, Saturn, and Space Surveillance projects. Dr. Ahmed is an Islamic Sufi spiritual scholar of the Naqshbandi Sufi Order and a disciple of the Most Hon. Shaikh Nazim al Haqqani of Cypress. He has worked with global interfaith organizations such as the Elijah Institute in Jerusalem and has participated in seminars with the Dalai Lama. He is well-versed in several languages and has lectured widely in Asia, Europe, and Africa on Islamic spirituality, culture, and history. His crowning achievement is a translation of the Qur’an into easy-to-read modern American English. The translation was worked on for ten years and was published in 2011Please support the Lamppost Education Inititiave. Your donations help Lamppost provide high quality content for English speaking Muslims all over the world. Visit us at: https://lamppostedu.org/donate to contribute and aid Islamic education from qualified Muslim scholars. Dont miss any episodes of the Talking With Teachers Podcast. Subscribe to our channel and also, please Like, Share, and Comment on our content!

Dr. Mazen Atassi brings a unique perspective, blending the science of conventional medicine with the time-honored wisdom of naturopathic and homeopathic practices. We'll explore his journey and discuss natural healing methods, including insights aligning with the tradition of Prophetic Medicine (Tibb al-Nabawi).