Join Shaykh Kifani Ibrahim Cisse as he reflects on his path from Christianity to Islam, the spiritual legacy of Sheikh Hassan Cisse, and the role of faith in dance, hip-hop, and navigating social media. He also shares deep insight on suffering, spiritual growth, and the three essential traits Muslims must embody today.#TalkingWithTeachers #ShaykhKifani #LamppostEducation #SpiritualLegacy #IslamInAmerica

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In this episode, among the topics discussed by Dr. Abdullah bin Hamid Ali and Shaykh Ahmed Al-Azhary is the recent article, “Why Hamza Yusuf’s Voice Doesn’t Speak for the Bilaliyyun."

Shaykh Ahmed addresses the following points: The misreading of hadith about Sayyiduna Bilāl (RA)The limits of racial essentialism in IslamThe universal message of the Prophet ﷺHow ideology can distort sacred tradition.

Don't miss this critical conversation on faith, race, theology, and more from this episode of Talking With Teachers. Please 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.

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📢 Is Riba Ever Permissible in America? | Shaykh Amin Kholwadia on Islamic Education, Darul Qasim, and Controversial Hanafi Opinions

In this powerful episode of Talking With Teachers, host Dr. Abdullah bin Hamid Ali speaks with Shaykh Amin Kholwadia—one of the foremost Islamic scholars in the West and founder of Darul Qasim—about the urgent need for serious Islamic education in America and the controversial Hanafi view on Riba (interest) in the U.S. context.

🔥 Highlights include:

• Why Darul Qasim is different from most Islamic institutions

• How American Muslims are misunderstanding Islamic scholarship

• The real story behind the Hanafi position on Riba in non-Muslim lands

• What it means to preserve Islamic intellectual tradition in the modern world

Shaykh Amin draws from decades of classical training and deep spiritual insight to challenge assumptions and inspire a return to grounded, principled learning.

🔔 Don’t miss this rare and candid conversation with a true teacher of teachers. Whether you’re a student of knowledge, a concerned parent, or just trying to understand how to live Islam authentically in the West—this episode is for you.

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🎙 Talking With Teachers | Season 5, Episode 1
Dr. Abdullah bin Hamid Ali in conversation with Shaykh Hamzah Maqbul

In this inspiring first episode of Season 5, Dr. Abdullah bin Hamid Ali sits down with Shaykh Hamzah Maqbul to explore his unique journey as a scholar and teacher of Islam in America. Shaykh Hamzah reflects on his upbringing, his formative years of study in Mauritania, and his rare position as a Pakistani scholar who follows and teaches the Maliki madhhab.

The conversation offers rich insights into his life’s work, including his role as Director of Religious Affairs at the Muslim Association of Puget Sound (MAPS) in Washington, where he provided leadership in religious guidance, interfaith dialogue, and educational programming. Shaykh Hamzah shares his experiences lecturing across North America on Islamic theology, law, spirituality, and contemporary ethical challenges.

Today, Shaykh Hamzah continues to teach, mentor, and support Muslim communities through online platforms, speaking engagements, and collaborations. He works closely with the Imam Ghazali Institute and serves as the resident scholar at Ribāt, a center for learning and remembrance in the Midwest U.S.

🎧 Don’t miss this thoughtful discussion on scholarship, identity, and the calling of teaching Islam in the West.

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Shaykh Ahmed Bangura joins Talking With Teachers to reflect on his educational journey, the founding of the Ihsan Foundation, and his key writings on Islam and West African literature. A deep, thought-provoking episode exploring faith, language, and identity.

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In this episode of Talking With Teachers, Shaykh Muhammad ibn Adam Al-Kawthari—renowned jurist and founder of Darul Ifta Leicester—shares his path to Islamic learning, reflections on his written works, and the teachers who deeply influenced him. Tune in for an enlightening and inspiring conversation.Please 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. Please subscribe to the channel and leave a comment below!

Please join us for a special conversation with Dr. Furhan Zubairi. Dr. Zubairi completed a formal ‘Alamiyyah degree (Masters in Arabic and Islamic Studies) at the famous Jami’ah Dar Al-’Ulum in Karachi. He has obtained numerous ijazat (traditional licenses) in the six canonical books of hadith, as well as the Muwata of Imam Malik and Imam Muhammad, and has also received certification in the field of Islamic Finance. 

In this episode, we are please to present Ustadh Abu Sakina Giovanni Herran. He has a diverse background in the Humanities and Social Sciences.  He received his bachelors from City University of New York (Queens College) with a double major in Political Science and Hispanic Languages and Literatures.  He holds a Masters in History from City University of New York (Staten Island College).  His research in his Masters dissertation was on the intersection between Scientism, Empire, literary cultural production and Evolutionary theory, in 19th century Western Europe.  He is currently a PhD Candidate at Temple University in the Religion Department.  His Area of concentration is Islamic intellectual history, primarily late Islamic philosophy and philosophical Sufism. 

In this enlightening episode of Talking With Teachers, we sit down with Dr. Zulfiqar Ali Shah, a distinguished scholar, educator, and leader in the Muslim community. Dr. Shah shares his personal journey, including the profound impact of being paralyzed for two years, and offers deep insights into the evolution of Islamic education in the West.

This fascinating interview also explores the historical contributions of Islamic knowledge to Western civilization and the surprising influence of Christian Unitarians—such as Benjamin Franklin —in shaping early American thought, and much more.

Join us for a thought-provoking discussion that bridges history, faith, and education.

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What does Islamic law say about life insurance? How can Muslims navigate modern financial systems while staying true to their faith? And what challenges do scholars face in issuing fatwas across different legal systems? In this must-watch episode, we sit down with Shaykh Joe Bradford, a leading expert in Islamic Finance and Law, who holds a graduate degree in Islamic Law & Legal Theory from the Islamic University of Medina. He’s also the author of Simple Zakat Guide and founder of Muslim Money Guide, where he educates Muslims on financial planning within an Islamic framework.🔥 In this episode, we’ll cover:✔️ How Shaykh Joe Bradford got into the field of Islamic Finance✔️ Is life insurance halal or haram? A legal and ethical discussion✔️ The challenges of international fatwa and applying Islamic rulings globally✔️ How financial regulations impact Muslims seeking to follow Islamic law💡 Subscribe now & turn on notifications so you don’t miss it!📢 Like & share to spread this valuable knowledge! Please support the Lamppost Education Inititiave during this blessed month of Ramadan. 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. #TalkingWithTeachers #ShaykhJoeBradford #IslamicFinance #LifeInsurance #Fatwa #IslamicLaw #HalalInvesting