What do you actually believe about yourself, about God, about what you really want out of life? Imam Wisam has created a layered way of thinking about your dua that digs deeper than just asking for "goodness." But what exactly should I be asking myself when I'm making dua? What crazy Los-Angeles-Lakers-related dua did Wisam have answered for him? How does a line from Spider-Man play into how we should be viewing dua?

Join Imam Wisam Sharieff and co-host Jawaad Khan as they embed you into the world of "Quranic Transformations." Listen in as they take you through the skeleton of the course, helping you dig deeper into your approach to asking of the Ultimate Source. Hear them talk on how this amazing mindset has led to some of the greatest experiences of their lives. Learn and follow along so you, too, can benefit from the extraordinary framework to start changing your life (the first of our series of 12 courses).

Watch the YouTube series of Quranic Transformations and find more content on our Patreon.

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It's time to heal. Now, Imam Wisam and co-host Jawaad tackle the idea of "healing", specifically the dream of a "healing center" for Muslims. But what dream has Wisam had ever since "Knowledge Travels" days? How can we look at modalities of healing that holistically bring science and tradition together? Why don't we see Islam as the natural way in every aspect of our lives?

Join Imam Wisam Sharieff and co-host Jawaad Khan as they heal the podcast, discussing the story behind "IRHUM," the healing center. Listen in as they discuss how healing people's problems holistically is in itself a call to Islam. Hear them delve into why modalities like acupuncture, cupping, and massage can integrate with modern medicine and traditional spirituality to bring holistic healing.

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You've heard the semi-autobiographical episodes, but we're ready to take this beyond. But why is it important to take a step back from the labels Islam gives us for our way of thinking, acting, and connecting? Do we need someone else to go to Hell for us to feel satisfied in Heaven? What concepts does Wisam intend to talk about now that we've covered the many "Quran-centric" and "Muslim-y" programs?

Join Imam Wisam Sharieff and co-host Jawaad Khan as they break the podcast, opening up the discussion on what Imam Wisam discovered (and is still discovering) in his pursuit of Universal Truths. How can we deepen our understanding of the beneficial tools of humanity, in the context of a religious-cultural landscape that clings to its labels and ways of describing things? Is our religion not accessing a Universal Source, from which others can derive benefit?

Buckle up, 'cause if you're just looking for recitation, where we're going, we don't need... (just) recitation!
But do tune in at the end for a recitation from Imam Wisam.

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If you listen to this podcast, you probably have heard Wisam go off on a tangent (and loved it). But how did this recurring feature of his talks become the first series Jawaad ever produced for him? How did his traveling courses resemble the career of a typical comedian? What have these "GEM" moments and topics turned into over time?

Join Imam Wisam Sharieff and co-host Jawaad Khan as they discuss the story behind "Tajweed Tangents," Jawaad's first, unofficial series of videos he produced of Wisam (without his initial permission). Listen as they reflect on this hallmark characteristic of the traveling Islamic course teacher, and how it brought a generation together for the pursuit of knowledge. Hear the evolution of tangents into courses, and take in their dreams to revive the spirit of impassioned side-topics turning into major initiatives.

In addition, listen in to the end to hear a short reflection on "The Social Dilemma" and a tangent on the next stage in the American Muslim culturescape (and how we can change it for the better).

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Yes, we did. In early 2017, Imam Wisam and co-host Jawaad got flown out to Hawaii to work on a project creating Islamic series for a Netflix-style service. But what was their ideal vision for what a "Muslim Netflix" could look like? What life situations and attitudes did they find themselves in when this trip materialized almost out of the blue? What became of this journey to Hawaii in terms of series or projects for Imam Wisam?

Join Imam Wisam Sharieff and co-host Jawaad Khan as they discuss the story behind their trip to Hawaii trying to make a "Muslim Netflix." Listen to them delve deep into the state of Muslim media and evaluate their positions on how far we've come (and how far we need to go). Hear their biggest reflections on a trip that seemed surreal, yet set them both on their paths to this very podcast.

Watch If I Could Ask on Patreon, or find episodes on our Wisam Sharieff Facebook Page.

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What if every prophet had a "super power" they left for us? In 2012, Imam Wisam set out to present a unique series on the lives of the prophets sequentially and connectedly with "Prophetic Dynasty."  But how did this lecture series become the one that people most often bring up to him? How has the storytelling approach of this series only become more relevant in a media landscape of superheroes? What major life changes were happening behind the scenes for Imam Wisam at the time?

Join Imam Wisam Sharieff and co-host Jawaad Khan as they delve into the story behind "Prophetic Dynasty." Hear them discuss the ways in which evolved storytelling are needed when presenting knowledge to modern audiences. Listen as they reflect on what events led Imam Wisam to present one of his most famous and oft-cited series. Learn the importance of this experience as the birthplace of so many of his courses and philosophies moving forward.

Watch Prophetic Dynasty on YouTube and find its follow up series on the Wisam Sharieff channel (YouTube.com/WisamSharieff)

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It's been over two decades since 16-year-old Hafidh Wisam Sharieff first had the fantasy to make memorizing the Quran accessible to all. In 2020, he launched, "Memorise Mentor" to do just that. But why did it take over 20 years to finally come to a full memorization offering? How has the cultural shifts around memorizing the Quran impacted the approaches Memorise Mentor takes? Why should people reconsider the possibility of memorizing the Quran in their lifetime?

Join Imam Wisam Sharieff and co-host Jawaad Khan as they go deep into the story behind "Memorise Mentor," from the actual 5-part memorization system to the mentorship aspect that took years to develop. Listen as they reflect on the place memorization has held for everyday Muslims in recent years, from over-idolizing to demonization and more. Learn the approach that opens the door of memorization to anyone who will seek it out.  

Visit Mentor.AQLu.org to learn more about Memorise Mentor (and maybe enroll if registration is open). To access the free memorization portal, visit: Portal.AQLu.org/registration
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A more casual discussion on the role Quran plays in our families. But how has the traditional "Quran khani / reading" experience changed as we've gotten older? How can we deal with family members who may not share our perspective or practice of religion? What will establishing a daily reading habit do for your relationships with family?

Join Imam Wisam Sharieff and co-host Jawaad Khan as they discuss recent events and experiences in their personal lives with family. Hear them reflect on their own relationships with Quran and how it interacts with the family relationship. Listen as they reflect on how teaching Quran to others doesn't always guarantee an easy path toward bringing it home to family.

Finally, take in the more informal discussion including a cameo at the beginning from Imam Wisam's 5-year-old son. :)

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"Journey 2020" was a nightly, virtual walk through the entire Quran during Ramadan 2019. But how did Imam Wisam and his team respond to the need for a "Ramadan at home" experience?  From Dr. Israr Ahmed to Shaykh Abdul Nasir Jangda, who influenced the presentation style of Imam Wisam for this program? What were the greatest lessons learned in attempting to cover the whole Quran in Ramadan with a virtual audience?

Join Imam Wisam Sharieff and co-host Jawaad Khan as they discuss the story behind "Journey 2020"  from its unexpected delivery to its years-long development. Learn how a "spiritual DJ" approach worked to captivate listeners scrolling through a Quran talk on Instagram and Facebook, while working to maintain that Ramadan feel.

Find Journey 2020 on YouTube, initially brought to you by Islamic Relief USA.

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"If I Could Ask" is all about amplifying bliss (and low) points in your day through personalizing your dua. But how did this video series and course find its origins in a trip to Hawaii? What in the world does it mean to "supercharge your dua?" How does Imam Wisam respond when someone asks him to "make dua for me"?

Join Imam Wisam Sharieff and co-host Jawaad Khan as they delve into the story behind "If I Could Ask," including how they worked to change the way people use and approach dua. Listen as they dig into the way a dua's translation is framed and the different times you wouldn't expect to use the prescribed duas. 

Find If I Could Ask, the full series, on Patreon (join below), or look for the publicly released episodes on our Facebook page.

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