The Word Affairs

The Word Affairs

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The Word Affairs episodes

  • Reflecting on 2021

    In this episode, Kaiynath talks about changes and the lessons she learned in 2021 by reflecting back and sharing her memories and views with the rest of the listeners. Join her as she talks about the plan of Allah and how it is always better than what we plan, the concept of sabr and tawakkul and the different dimensions we can see it through and of course, a Relax With Reddit thread to ponder over at the end of the episode. 

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    55 min
  • Answering Your Questions!

    Kaiynath recently asked people on Instagram if they wanted to know anything - and the questions just piled up! In this episode, Kaiynath sits down and answers your questions, every thought and inquiry you've all had about the podcast, life and her experiences with deen. Join her in this episode for all the juicy details and follow her on Instagram to be a part of the next poll. 

    Instagram and Tiktok: @thewordaffairs

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    50 min
  • Setbacks, Hardships and Patronising ft. Iram a.k.a Iramslife

    The guest for this week's episode is the loveliest soul ever - Iram, a second year medical student and the owner of the incredibly aesthetic Instagram account @iramslife - a personal inspiration of mine. Join Kaiynath and Iram on this week's episode as they delve into all the setbacks they faced during their academic journeys and how they overcame them. Hardships can actually be a blessing from Allah and the two of them discuss how today they are so thankful for all the difficulties they went through in life. And patronising comments?! Of course they've had their fair share of condescending tones and disrespectful comments, which they share in this episode!

    Follow Iram on Instagram: @iramslife

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    40 min
  • My Dua Was Answered 4 Years Later

    Hey guys, Kaiynath is back with another episode! This week Kaiynath talks about the power of Allah, the power of dua and how it is answered - with a personal experience of how a certain dua was answered 4 years later by Allah. Islam is beautiful as we have a direct connection with Allah through praying and conversing, and the fact that dua has the ability to change qadr and is heard by Allah from the minute it is uttered. Join Kaiynath for a catch-up, a personal experience and the weekly segment of Relax with Reddit.

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    56 min
  • But When Are You Going To Get Married?! The PA course and South Asian Expectations ft. Anisa - Ladiesinhealthcare

    In this episode, Kaiynath interviews Anisa - a second year physician associate student from London who is currently completing her masters and running her own business - Ladies In Healthcare. Join them for as they discuss the PA masters course, applying, expectations from parents and the South Asian community on marriage, children and the concept of 'time,' including many more pressures faced by South Asian women. 

    Follow Anisa on Instagram: @ladiesinhealthcare and productivityqueen. Listen to her podcast - Productivitea

    Follow Kaiynath on Instagram: @thewordaffairs

    42 min
  • Is It Worse To Get Divorced Than To Just Stay? Income, Working And Abusive Marriages

    *Trigger Warning* Abuse, Domestic abuse and mentions of suicide.

    In this episode Kaiynath begins by discussing a little of everything - what it's like to work full time in the UK, answering messages from women and avoiding the men, and the concept of halal and haram income. With the online confessions, there may be some upsetting confessions for some listeners so a trigger warning has been placed. 

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    44 min
  • Should Men Tell You To Wear The Hijab? Beauty Standards, Imperfections And Hijab Struggles

    In this requested episode by TWA listeners, Kaiynath goes to town about how the beauty standards of today have warped our brains into thinking we are simply not good enough. Add imperfections into the mix and sprinkle it with the struggles women face when it comes to the hijab - wearing it, wanting to take it off, not wearing it properly or wanting to put it on for the first time. It's a heavy one, with some confessions at the end of the episode as well, taken from the world of the internet!

    Follow Kaiynath on Instagram and Twitter: @thewordaffairs

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    47 min
  • 'Her Mother Would Disown Her If She Wore Pants' - Relax on Reddit

    Join Kaiynath to relax and unwind for the day with Reddit threads - just a little reminder that these are quite deep and complex conversations and so prepare yourself for them. New installment to the podcast? Relax on Reddit. 

    Join the conversations and send Kaiynath a message on Instagram @thewordaffairs. Check out other episodes and blog posts on www.thewordaffairs.co.uk


    35 min
  • I'm Going To Medical School! Applying For The Physician Associate Masters

    In this episode, Kaiynath gets personal and talks about her journey to applying for a postgraduate medicine masters in the Physician Associate program. A very personal and deep episode as it goes back about a year and entails how Allah also motivated her to make this decision.

    Follow Kaiynath on Instagram and Twitter: @thewordaffairs

    For more episodes, follow the podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and other podcast streaming sites. For blog posts, check out www.thewordaffairs.co.uk

    42 min
  • Praying When Feeling Guilty

    As chosen by the listeners, this week Kaiynath talks about the depth of Allah's mercy and how forgiving God is. Sometimes the act of sins and our behaviour can weigh us down and cause difficulties to pray. Kaiynath discusses the relevant hadiths and stories with personal experiences to understand why sinning and praying are connected to Allah's mercy, and how creating a relationship with God helps to pray regularly.

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    43 min

About The Word Affairs

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A weekly podcast by Kaiynath, a 24 year-old British Muslim. Episodes are released every Sunday and are centred around candid conversations about Islam, culture, society, mental health and studying.