Connotasians
By Aqib, AJ, Waqqar, Sib & Owais
ConnotasiansMay 22, 2020
#036 - Success and Faith, Making Haram Money, Halal Investing, Muslim Businesses & More
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#035 Muslimah Divorce Corner: My Abusive Marriage Experience & How I Got Out
We're joined by Instagram's @Muslimah_Divorce_Corner who's aim is to break the silence of domestic abuse and divorce and share things she wishes she knew about marriage and divorce.
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#034 Naushad Anjum: Honesty and Ethics in Society, Financial and Social Disparities & More
We're joined by Muhammad Naushad Anjum who is a former Pakistan Air Force (PAF) Fighter Pilot turned Aviation Psychologist, Clinical Psychotherapist, Counsellor, Trainer and A320 Captain.
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#033 Crossing Visions: Being Black in Pakistan, Going Viral on YouTube & More
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#032 - Why Black Lives Matter?
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#031 - The Story of A Sister's Nikkah
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#030 Matthew Vaughan - A Christian Englishman in Pakistan
Matt is a British author who moved from the UK to Pakistan. During his 8 years there, he authored and published 2 books:
#1 - Notes from a Sacred Land — Tales of Hope from Pakistan
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Notes-Sacred-Land-Tales-Pakistan-ebook/dp/B07311KBHZ/
#2 - Land of Beauty, Land of Pain – Seeking the Soul of Pakistan
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Land-Beauty-Pain-Seeking-Pakistan-ebook/dp/B07KS878JZ/
"So what is Pakistan like?"
A country widely held to be little more than a hotbed of violence, fanaticism, and danger. What he discovered instead was one of the most fascinating and remarkable countries in the world, full of hospitality, unexpected kindness, and stunning natural beauty.
Pakistan is a complex country with a predominantly negative media image - and yet there is a positive side of life in Pakistan which is rarely written about. In this, his second book on Pakistan, Matt travels across the country from Chitral to Karachi meeting the people and visiting the places which make Pakistan what it is: a land which is beguiling, hospitable, challenging, heartbreaking, kind, painful, and beautiful. From drug addicts in Peshawar to the abandoned Sikh gurdwara of Kot Fateh Khan, from the Buddhist ruins of Taxila to the Afghan refugees of Islamabad, these stories of his experiences shed a new light on Pakistan, a country which is frequently in the news and yet only infrequently given the respect it undoubtedly deserves.
So, what is Pakistan like? This is his answer.
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#029 Hamidi Rahman - Mental Health vs Jinn Possession, Sleep Paralysis, Ruqyah, Tasawwuf & Islam's Perspective
In light of Mental Health Awareness Week we are joined by Sheykh Hamidi Abdul Rahman of PISANG.UK (Professional Islamic Support and Nurture Group) to share Islam's perspective on Mental Health and Disorders.
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#028 Ali Jalloh: Racism towards Black Muslims from Asian Communities, Interracial Marriages, Diversity in Mosques & More
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#027 Naushad Anjum: Premarital Counselling, Clinical Psychotherapy, Generational Behavioural Changes, Professional Coaching & More
We're joined by Muhammad Naushad Anjum who is a former Pakistan Air Force (PAF) Fighter Pilot turned Aviation Psychologist, Clinical Psychotherapist, Trainer and A320 Captain. We discuss counselling, clinical psychotherapy and its cultural challenges – understanding generational behavioural changes, importance of listening but unlearning, and more.
FUNDRAISER:
Feed a family of 5 for 1 month. Please donate and help save lives: https://justgiving.com/connotasians
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#026 Sohail Hanif: Importance of Zakat, Purity in Islam, Student Loan Debt, Good Friends, Social Welfare Vision & More
Super insightful discussion with Shaykh Sohail Hanif of Cambridge Muslim College; going into depths of Zakat at a macro level, what is "pure" Islam, student loan debt, the social welfare vision, keeping good companionship & more. Not to be missed!
FUNDRAISER:
Feed a family of 5 for 1 month. Please donate and help save lives:
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FURTHER READING:
The Role of Zakat in Building Faith Communities: https://www.themuslim500.com/the-role-of-zakat-in-building-faith-communities/
Zakat, the Five Pillars, and the British Muslim Community: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AsiDT4PxcBA&t=26s
RESOURCES:
Nisab: https://nzf.org.uk/nisab/
Zakat Calculator: https://nzf.org.uk/zakat-calculator/
Free Zakat Consultation: https://nzf.org.uk/zakat-calculator/ask-a-question/
Missed Zakat: https://nzf.org.uk/missed-zakat/
Knowledge Bank: https://nzf.org.uk/about-zakat/knowledge-bank/
STUDY ISLAM:
https://cambridgemuslimcollege.ac.uk
#025 Dr Hasanain Qureshi: Frontline A&E Doctor, Day in the Hospital, Coming Home to Family & More
Coronavirus Crisis Relief Pakistan:
Help us feed families who are struggling in extreme poverty due to the Coronavirus outbreak.
- By donating £25 you can help feed a family of 5 for 1 month.
- By donating £20 you can help pay for a Coronavirus test.
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#024 - Being Furloughed, Umrah Trip Cancelled, Passing Time, What's Next For The Economy?
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#023 - Desi Community & Social Distancing, Helping Daily Wagers in Lockdown, Preventing Corona & More
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#022 - Joining the NHS, Lockdown Measures, Self-Isolation, Working From Home & Lifestyle Changes
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#021 - Coronavirus, Price Gouging from “Halal” Asian Supermarkets, Suspended Exams, China's Wet Market
'COVID-19 Prevention Packs' for the Elderly (Over 65) - Your Parent, Guardian, Grandparent
Pack contains: 1 x Face Mask, 1 x Hand Sanitiser, 1 x Dettol Soap Bar
To get 1 Pack delivered FREE of charge to your door, follow these two easy steps:
1. Non-obligatory donation to a charity of your choice or:
a) https://www.almustafatrust.org/coronavirus-emergency-appeal/
b) https://www.ziaulummahfoundation.org.uk/coronavirus-appeal/
2. Send screenshot to IG: @Connotasians or connotasians@gmail.com along with name of the elderly parent, guardian or grandparent and address for postage
Please stay safe.
#020 AJ Lifts & Imran Khan: Quitting YouTube, Celebrity Trainers, Coping with Sports Injuries & More
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#019 (Urdu Podcast) - Intention behind Good Actions, Relationship with Deen, Trusting Allah & Keeping Faith
And so it is.. our second attempt at Urdu! Connect with us on IG @connotasians
#018 Jonathan Barcena: Why I Left the Tories, Africa’s Resource Curse, Brexit & More
In this episode, we discuss Jonathan’s decision to leave the Conservative Party, explore key topics like International Trade and pressing issues such as Boris Johnson’s Government & Brexit. We highlight why young people need to be more involved in year-round Politics and touch on the fascinating affairs of Africa’s ‘Dutch Disease’.
#017 - Insecurities
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#016 Jibran Sheikh & Kyle Sood: 'I Quit My Job in Banking to Look After My Parents'
In this episode, we discuss the sacrifices we have to make sometimes in life to give priority to the more meaningful things. We go in to Jibran's decision to leave a fantastic career in Canada and relocate to Dubai so he can be closer to his parents. We speak to Kyle about the sacrifices his parents made for him, what WE owe them at the least now and what we can do to give back. Plus, their plans for settling down and experiencing Europe.
#015 - West Asian Attitudes on Death, Understanding Bereavement, Comforting Family & Loved Ones
Spoken Punjabi: In this episode, we discuss repairing and maintaining relationships with your family, understanding bereavement and offering condolences when losing loved ones, expressing emotions, reconnecting with your roots and keeping family ties. Plus, we touch on the balance between protectiveness and control - inviting a further and deeper discussion on the topic.
#014 - Royal Family & Similarities with Asian (Desi) Culture
In this episode, we discuss how the British Royal Family is relatable to Asian (Desi) families, the value of freedom and independence, their conduct towards the daughter-in-law Meghan Markle after Harry's decision to quit the family. Plus, would Great Britain remain a powerful nation without the Royal Family?
#013 - The Importance of Perception, Being Yourself, Establishing Trust, Circle of Friends & More
In this episode, we discuss the importance of perception amongst circle of friends, family, colleagues at the workplace and clients. We discuss changing negative perceptions whilst remaining true to yourself, maintaining honesty in business relationships, how perception will get you far in your career and as an added bonus, we went off on a slight tangent to discuss perceptions of young unmarried men and divorced women!
#012 Zeeshan Farooqi - American Muslims After 9/11, Dating Culture, Rat Race in Desi Communities & More
In this episode, we're joined by our guest Zeeshan Farooqi who's an American national, a resident of Chicago Illinois and currently travelling Europe during his internship year. We discuss the perception of American Muslims Post-9/11, dating cultures of US vs UK, 'Rat Race' in the overseas Desi community, comparing and competing on wealth accumulation, female independence in Asian households and more.
#011 Abdul Muhit - Life as a Young Parent, Married in Teens, Studying Podiatry & More
In this episode, we're joined by a guest and friend, Abdul Muhit. We discuss his choice to get married as teenager, life as a young parent, socioeconomic challenges, wedding guests paying for own meal, studying Optometry and Podiatry plus more.
#010 - Uyghur Muslims: What is China's End Goal?
In this episode, we aim to create awareness for the heart-rending crisis facing Uyghur Muslims. We discuss with historical context who the Uyghurs are, why it's only come to light recently, what China's end goal is, why the most powerful Muslim nations are silenced and most importantly, what can we do to help?
#009 - Colourism in Asian Pakistani Culture, Societal Advantages of Lighter Skin, Bullying & More
#008 - Managing Finances, Changing Perceptions of Money, Renting vs Mortgage and ISAs for Young Buyers
In this episode, we discuss the lack of education for finances in the Asian culture but also British educational system. We talk over our experiences from working retail to corporate, the change in perception of money through ageing and after marriage, setting financial goals, renting vs taking out a mortgage and ISAs plus more.
#007 - Challenges of Starting a Podcast, Vegan Diet Results, Sleep Paralysis, Messiah (Dajjal) Netflix Series & More
In this episode, we discuss some of the challenges we've faced since creating this podcast, Aqib & AJ's vegan diet results, fitness journeys and injuries. We talk over experiences with Sleep Paralysis and then debate the grounding on which a Muslim should prepare themselves before watching the controversial "Messiah" (Dajjal) Netflix series that's gaining ever-growing popularity. Plus, loads more.
#006 - Life Outside of Pakistan, Going Abroad (Berone Mulk), "Money Doesn't Grow on Trees" & More
In this episode, we discuss life outside of Pakistan ("berone mulk") in actuality vs perception, how money doesn't actually grow on trees, the struggles, sacrifices and work ethic it took for our grandparents to lay the foundations for us. We talk about the risks involved in migrating - going from the motherland to foreign, developed countries - families settling and not wanting to go back, competing with a larger pool of immigration from other parts of Europe and rest of world.
#005 - Today's Liberal Muslims, LGBT School Teaching Worries, Teen Years, Disciplining Your Child, Bullying & More
In this episode, we discuss schools and education growing up, worries for what kids are being taught now and concerns for our future generations, circle of friends, bullying and social pressures, teenage years and changes we go through, classifying punishment vs discipline, Islamic studies, extra curricular activities, comparison between education systems and upbringing here versus back home plus more.
#004 - Marriage in Pakistani Culture vs Islam, Extravagant Weddings, Traditions, Mahr, Divorce & More
In this episode, we talk on the topic of 'marriage' in our culture versus religion (Islam). We discuss 'marriage' in the eyes of elders vs youth, arranged vs forced, extravagant weddings to please others, cultural traditions and their basis in Islam. We debate today's youth, their expectations vs competence for marriage, what women really want from a man, what to look for in a partner, the Sunnah of marrying a divorcee, payment of Mahr, the process of getting married and the responsibilities arising from marriage. Also, will your boyfriend marry you?
#003 (Spoken Punjabi) - Two Generations, Two Countries & Two Cultures
In this episode, we discuss the dying culture of visiting graveyards, constant mode of study and rote learning in the education system, effects of child phone addictions, impact of excessive use of technology on health, mental and physical well-being, social media as new phenomena, technological disturbance on ability to communicate effectively, generational communication barriers and frustrations between elders and youth, how to get your viewpoint across and more.
#002 - Joining the Military as a British Pakistani Muslim (BAME), Racism in Camp, Backlash From Own Community, War Crimes in Muslim Countries, Life-Saving Decision & More
In this episode, we welcome a special guest and friend to discuss his somewhat controversial, yet "life-saving" decision to join the Military being a British Pakistani Muslim (BAME) and as a result the backlash received from close friends and wider community. We talk over his in-camp experiences including racism, routine and regime as well as interrogating him on the war crimes in Muslim countries from the establishment. Tune in for an eye-opening perspective and some real insight, inside.
Episode 001 - Growing up in Pakistan as a British born, Tough Upbringings, Urdu vs Punjabi & More
Welcome to your brand new podcast, Connotasians. In this episode, we discuss how the idea of podcasting came about, the brand, our stories (ish) and what's to come going forward amongst other fascinating topics we touch on. Very much the test run!