The Ansari Podcast

Silicon Valley Investor Arshan Ahmad, the founder of the Venture Capital Fund “Friday Ventures” shares what it takes to start a successful business and startup. How to pitch your start up to investors. The journey of creating a venture capital fund aimed at supporting Muslim startups. The need for high-caliber Muslim entrepreneurs, passion, tenacity, and faith in the entrepreneurial journey, and provides insights into what he looks for in startup pitches. Tune in for an engaging conversation on unity, innovation, and ambition within the Muslim world and it's bright future.#business #podcast #investing #muslim *Muslim Professionals:* https://www.muslimprofessionals.us/*Pomoroi:* https://pomoroi.com/ansariMention the podcast for a _FREE Consultation_*Human Appeal*DONATE at: https://give.humanappealusa.org/ansaripodcast*Boycat app:* https://www.boycat.io/_Business Code:_ ANSARI10Support US @ ⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/ansaripodcastChapters:00:00 What is Friday Ventures?05:48 How to Pitch to an Investor12:38 You Have to be an Animal?21:09 Startup Founders Must be Delusional28:44 The Need for Muslim Innovation36:26 The Cardinal Sins of Muslim Startups43:51 Building and Selling in Startups56:15 The Importance of Founders in Startups01:08:17 Selling Muslim Alternative Products01:18:20 Final Questions

Dr. Mustafa Khattab, a Fulbright scholar and translator of the world renowned Clear Quran. Dr. Mustafa Khattab shares his journey of translating the Clear Quran, his profound personal dreams involving the Prophet Muhammad PBUH… and Sheikh Omar Suleiman? Hear about the nuances and challenges of translating Arabic into English, the significance of various rhetorical devices in the Quran, and develop a deeper love and awe for the words of Allah ﷻ. See how Dr. Mustafa Khattab got inspired to write the clear Quran which is now agreed to be the best english translation of the Quran ever!Muslim Professionals: https://www.muslimprofessionals.us/Boycat app: https://www.boycat.io/Business Code: ANSARI10Deen Over Dunya: https://deenoverdunya.us/Code: ANSARI10Support US @ ⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/ansaripodcastChapters:00:00 Dream of The Prophet PBUH 04:47 The Clear Seerah Project10:22 The Clear Quran13:40 Translation & Misunderstood Verses25:38 Literature in the Quran35:07 Secrets of the Quran and Scientific Interpretations43:40 The Quran and the Big Bang45:54 Closing Questions and Reflections

Jewish American Police Officer Michael shares his journey raised in a Jewish-Christian household, organizing birthright trips to Israel and working as a Jewish liaison officer who wanted to join the IDF. But after he witnessed the disgusting behavior of his Zionist friends vs the beautiful character of Muslim protesters. He started questioning his position and side of history. Michael discusses the emotional turmoil and backlash he faced from his beloved Jewish community and the signs from Allah that affirmed his faith throughout his journey to Islam.*Muslim Professionals:* https://www.muslimprofessionals.us/*Boycat app:* https://www.boycat.io/_Business Code:_ ANSARI10*Deen Over Dunya:* https://deenoverdunya.us/_Code:_ ANSARI10*Support US @* ⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/ansaripodcast00:00 Raised Jewish & Trips to Israel05:15 The Pro-Israel Protest16:03 Learning About Islam20:03 Response of Jewish Community27:30 Life after Converting to Islam37:04 Ansari's Dream45:51 The Book that Proved Allah answers Duaa53:48 Allah is Alive.59:34 Everything is a Distraction

In this episode, we are joined by Adil Abu Talha, the founder of BoyCat, an app designed to help users boycott products that support the ongoing human rights violations around the world. Adil shares his personal journey, his struggles with maintaining intention, the challenges and triumphs of creating the BoyCat app, its impact on the global economy, and Adil's commitment to ethical consumerism.

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Chapters:

00:00 Introduction

06:14 Setting Intentions

09:20 What Makes Boycat a Threat?

12:54 What is Boycat?

16:47 Alternative Products

19:44 Creation of the App

24:42 Getting Fired from Corporate

28:50 Investor Difficulties

36:49 The Barakah Effect

45:32 When Things Got Hard

49:27 Why Adil Does What He Does

54:35 Superpower, Jannah, and Time Travel

01:05:59 Dealing with Haters

Richard McKinney, a former Marine who went to bomb a mosque in his local town after Iraq, converts to Islam instead. He shares what his were towards Muslims and why he had hatred in his heart. This is a heartwarming Islamic story about a man who changed his life for the better. He’s a living proof that anyone can change.

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00:00 Wife Leaving Islam

05:50 Zionists are Why We're in the Middle East

10:47 Palestine

14:53 Why Did You Hate Muslims?

20:50 How Death Changes You

26:41 Learn to Forgive Yourself

32:19 Documentary

37:06 Trying to Prove Islam was Evil but Failed

45:06 Discovering Islam

49:31 Unaliving and Drinking

53:35 How The Story Went Public

01:06:20 Final Thoughts

01:08:21 Heaven, Super Powers, and Time Travel

01:15:18 Tattoos

Richard McKinney, a former Marine who went to bomb a mosque in his local town after Iraq, converts to Islam instead. He shares what his were towards Muslims and why he had hatred in his heart. This is a heartwarming Islamic story about a man who changed his life for the better. He’s a living proof that anyone can change.

#muslim #convert #revert #story #podcast

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Chapters:

00:00 Marriages03:04 Military Service05:50 Zionism and Why We Are in the Middle East06:55 What Service are you thanking me for?10:47 Is There a Solution for Palestine?14:53 Why Did You Hate Muslims?20:50 How Killing Changes a Person23:56 The Organ of Hate26:41 Forgiving Yourself32:19 Acting for the Documentary34:09 Transformation of Hate37:06 Trying to Prove Islam was Evil but Failed45:06 Dismantling the Bomb and the Organ of Hate49:31 Suicide and Drinking53:35 How The Story Went Public01:06:20 Final Thoughts01:08:21 Heaven, Super Powers, and Time Travel01:15:18 Tattoos

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Sheikh Uthman ibn Farooq is back to tell all! Masculinity, the second amendment, financial freedom from interest & debt, gangs, the age of Aisha, and strategies for giving dawah. #muslim #podcast #dawah #sheikh #uthmanibnfarooq #onemessagefoundation

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00:00 Being a Man, 2nd Amendment & Muslim Protection

15:21 Financial Freedom from Debt & Interest

19:49 Fall of Christianity

25:00 Sh. Uthman Ibn Faarouq Opens up about Single mother

32:10 Gangs

38:44 The Essence of Islam

41:05 Dawah & God

46:32 Can Non-Muslims Enter Heaven?

53:07 The Age of Aisha (RA)

01:16:04 Speed Round Questions

Ramadan Special "Fly Me to the Moon" w. Sheikh Suhaib Webb we dive deep into the concept of Taqwa. What is the true meaning of God Consciousness, its linguistic roots, and the practical ways it can be applied in daily life. Is Taqwa God consciousness? DEBATE on Taqwa. How do you Imagine Islam? Tune in for an engaging and thoughtful exploration of spirituality, personal growth, and devotion.#islam #podcast #god #consciousness Support US @ ⁠⁠[https://www.patreon.com/ansaripodcast](https://www.patreon.com/ansaripodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink)00:00 What is God Consciousness?07:23 Debate on Taqwa14:05 Do We Embody Divine Attributes?!18:24 Ansari's Taqwa Story: Moderation25:00 How Do you Imagine Islam? Liberal or Conservative

The Ramadan special: Fly Me to the Moon with Sheikh Suhaib Webb he discusses the concept of the self (nafs) in Islam and its significance. The conversation covers how acts like prayer and fasting help in taming the 'wild beast' of the self, and practical tips on achieving focus and reverence (khushu') in prayer.Support US @ ⁠⁠[https://www.patreon.com/ansaripodcast](https://www.patreon.com/ansaripodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink)Chapters:

00:00 What is the Self? Self Vs. Soul

05:51 Taming the Nafs "Self"

06:27 The Key

11:17 Focus

Egypturk joins the Ansari Podcast to talk about his attempt at the Prophet Muhammed PBUH's Daily Ramadan routine. Ansari also attempted it! Here's their take away and thoughts on how to pull off the hardest routine in human history - There's a hack!00:00 Intro01:09 Reaction to Attempting The Prophet’s Routine04:11 Starting his day08:28 Midday Nap 10:35 Obligatory VS Taraweeh Prayers12:33 2025 Ramadan Goals15:17 Working out during Ramadan20:23 VERY Important Maghrib Routine 23:18 Between Maghrib & ISHA - Golden time25:37 GHAZALI: The Hack