In this final episode of Season Two, we discuss the many lessons we learned during the pandemic. We also discuss the reflection on 2021, the pandemic, the loss of loved ones, the resiliency we have shown, and the revival of beautiful bonds of family and friends. We also talk about the various goals and resolutions we have for 2022. Listen in and let us know what you think.

In today’s episode, we will discuss performative anti-racist work in the Muslim community. We know racism runs rampant in our Muslim community. Due to the lasting impact of colonialism, racism is deeply entrenched in our communities, sometimes the practices are covert. This is a needed topic. It leads us to ask many critical questions.

Are we starting to scratch the surface? What actions can we take to build solidarity and bridges with the Black Muslim community? How are we responding to the anti-racism work? Is the mosque taking a proactive approach to addressing racism? Tune in to listen to our discussion and what actions can we take to address this relevant topic.

In this episode, we will discuss worship and the difficulties it brings. Is worship supposed to be easy? Or does it require a struggle? What aspects of worship are difficult? Does the struggle in worship bring us peace and tranquillity? Or perhaps more rewards?

Tune in to listen to our discussion on these questions raised. Let’s stay real with our conversation and give people more room to express themselves.

Don't forget to tell us on Instagram your thoughts and feedback!

In this episode, we speak with Melissa McLetchie, a revert sister, a Ph.D. candidate, a wife and an amazing mother of two girls. Melissa is a strong advocate for prison reform and abolition and uses her experiences of being in a 20-year relationship with a Muslim man who has a history of imprisonment to guide her research. In 2020 she completed a Mitacs funded research study exploring the experiences of racialized women supporting an imprisoned loved one during the COVID-19 pandemic.

In this episode, she spoke about her lived experiences, the inequities of Muslim prisoners and her advocacy work.

Melissa is an advocate for prison abolition and a scholar-activist.

Please visit Melissa's website for more information regarding her work. www.melissamcletchie.com

In this episode, we will speak of empowered choices. Enjoy the genuine discussion with two podcasters from, The Coffee With Cream Podcast, Roda Omer and Bilqees Quick. Tune in to listen to what is an empowered choice? How do we know if we made the right choice? What are the motivations behind our empowered choices? How are my choices affecting others? So many gems in one episode.

Tune in to listen to an inspirational and insightful conversation with Roda and Bilqees.

Today we are chatting about finding joy in the little things. The past few years have been quite a change for many of us. With the pandemic, our lives have been so out of control. Many of us are actively seeking relief and joy. In this episode, we will discuss what brings us joy. Tune in to the episode to find out what brings us joy. Also, don't forget to tell us on Instagram - what brings you joy?

In this episode, we continue the conversation with our guest, Huda Ashoor, on the intricacies of searching for love as a single Muslim.

Episode One - WELCOME BACK

Salaam and welcome to The Muslim in the Room.

In this episode, enjoy the conversation on the updates on our lives and, welcoming you all to season two. We are back now with many stories, guest speakers and thought-provoking conversations.

Thank you for listening don't forget to leave a review and subscribe and connect with us on Instagram @themusimintheroom

The Muslim In The Room Will is on a break as we take some time off for Ramadan and to prepare for season two. Thank you so much to everyone who has been tuning in.

Join our discussion about Ramadan and in particular how to have a balanced month.

How do we gain inspiration and ideas from others while at the same time not giving up hope when we see people going way above and beyond what we are capable of doing?