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The Travelers Podcast with Brother Ali

The Travelers Podcast with Brother Ali

By Travelers Media

Respected Hip Hop artist, activist, and Muslim community leader Brother Ali explores life’s journey with cultural icons, spiritual masters, and thought leaders from across the globe. We’re all co-travelers in the adventure of life. Ali brings us up close and personal with those special people who help light the way.
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The Travelers Podcast with Brother AliOct 24, 2022

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01:45:12
We're Not Alone
Mar 25, 202401:35:13
Celebrating 100 Episodes with BK-One

Celebrating 100 Episodes with BK-One

As we pass the 100 episodes mark on the podcast and prepare to drop our first full-length album, we reflect on the journey of Travelers Media over the past two years.

Mar 18, 202401:25:59
The Truth About "Cadillac"

The Truth About "Cadillac"

Pre-orders for the new album “Love & Service” are open now! In this episode, Ali reflects on the new song & video, Cadillac”, and the beginning of Ramadan.


This episode is sponsored by Zakat Foundation and BetterHelp. To get 10% off your first month of therapy, visit www.betterhelp.com/travelers  

Preorder "Love & Service" now at www.BrotherAli.com

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Mar 11, 202401:19:20
Grandpa Jack Saw It...

Grandpa Jack Saw It...

In announcing our upcoming album "Love & Service" and rolling out the first song, "Ottomans" I discovered a note from my Grandfather that helped bring my journey into focus.

This episode is sponsored by Zakat Foundation and BetterHelp. To get 10% off your first month of therapy, visit www.betterhelp.com/travelers 

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Feb 26, 202401:50:09
New Year, New Music, New Chapter

New Year, New Music, New Chapter

New song & animated short "Ottomans" streaming now! From the upcoming album "Love & Service" coming April 2024.

https://youtu.be/Tvu1Mxay1LU

This episode is sponsored by Zakat Foundation and BetterHelp. To get 10% off your first month of therapy, visit www.betterhelp.com/travelers 

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Feb 19, 202401:41:49
New Year’s Tears

New Year’s Tears

Brother Ali checks in from the last shows of 2023. The episode starts with genuine gratitude for the community of the podcast, and ends with bittersweet memories of loved ones no longer with us.
Jan 04, 202401:34:05
Check-In From The Road (Full Video)

Check-In From The Road (Full Video)

As Ali wraps up his tour with Living Legends and prepares for New Years shows in Colorado, he checks in from his hotel room to share reflections on his life, career, and the state of the world.


This episode is sponsored by Zakat Foundation and BetterHelp. To get 10% off your first month of therapy, visit www.betterhelp.com/travelers 


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Dec 25, 202301:05:57
#WEOUTCHEA with Sunn m'Cheaux (FULL VIDEO)

#WEOUTCHEA with Sunn m'Cheaux (FULL VIDEO)

We're among the million social media followers who love his videos about linguistics & culture. In this conversation, we get to know the educator, linguist, artist, and Harvard professor. 


This episode is sponsored by Zakat Foundation and BetterHelp. To get 10% off your first month of therapy, visit www.betterhelp.com/travelers 


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Dec 18, 202301:51:39
Dangerous Questions with Dee-1 (Full Video)

Dangerous Questions with Dee-1 (Full Video)

His new album “From The Hood to Harvard” documents the journey from New Orleans to living the dream and spreading his message. Dee’s been surrounded by controversy for insisting that Hip Hop stars can “do better” with their lyrical content and naming names!   This episode is sponsored by Zakat Foundation and BetterHelp. To get 10% off your first month of therapy, visit www.betterhelp.com/travelers 

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Dec 11, 202301:19:35
The Meaning of Home with Gabriel Teodros

The Meaning of Home with Gabriel Teodros

Gabe is a beloved artist, activist, radio host, and podcaster from Seattle. His new album “From The Ashes of Our Homes” highlights the nightmares of our times through the lens of a recent house fire that put him and his family barefoot in the street.


This episode is sponsored by Zakat Foundation and BetterHelp. To get 10% off your first month of therapy, visit www.betterhelp.com/travelers

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Dec 04, 202302:14:48
The Village Auntie (Full Video)
Nov 27, 202301:45:01
Marlon Craft (Full Video)

Marlon Craft (Full Video)

Craft is a supremely gifted wordsmith who blends deeply personal reflections and social commentary over lush musical soundscapes. This conversation tracks his journey through identity, expression, and independence. This episode is sponsored by Zakat Foundation and BetterHelp. To get 10% off your first month of therapy, visit www.betterhelp.com/travelers

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Nov 25, 202302:20:57
Lowkey (Full Video)
Nov 13, 202301:46:51
Love Is the Currency

Love Is the Currency

Reflections on love in a world divided. ***Update**** I praised Bernie Sanders for speaking our against war crimes, but this was recorded before he refused to endorse a ceasefire. That was deeply disappointing.
Nov 06, 202301:53:33
In The Face of Nightmares

In The Face of Nightmares

How can God be all powerful, and all good, when there’s so much suffering in the world? How is the faith of the Palestinians so strong?
Nov 01, 202301:44:50
Seeking Self: Inside & Out

Seeking Self: Inside & Out

This episode is sponsored by Zakat Foundation and BetterHelp. To get 10% off your first month of therapy, visit www.betterhelp.com/travelers   Hear episodes early and ad-free, plus get access to exclusive music, videos, speeches, and bonus content by Brother Ali: https://www.brotherali.com/join Buy Travelers Podcast merchandise: https://www.brotheralistore.com/collections/travelers-podcast

Oct 26, 202301:25:51
Prayer of The Oppressed

Prayer of The Oppressed

Oct 17, 202301:28:44
When Fans Become Friends

When Fans Become Friends

Dan Chism met Ali at a VIP meet & greet and ended up building a friendship, converting to Islam, and turning the mic on Ali for this up-close and personal conversation.


This episode is sponsored by Zakat Foundation and BetterHelp. To get 10% off your first month of therapy, visit www.betterhelp.com/travelers  

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Oct 09, 202302:16:45
In Athens, Dragons
Oct 02, 202301:41:57
Our First Episode, Slick Rick! (Explicit)
Sep 25, 202355:17
On Tour with The Grouch!

On Tour with The Grouch!

Tickets for Brother Ali and Living Legends are on sale NOW at BrotherAli.com/events The Grouch is a true original and this conversation gets to the heart of being a free artist.

This episode is sponsored by Zakat Foundation and BetterHelp. To get 10% off your first month of therapy, visit www.betterhelp.com/travelers
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Sep 18, 202302:14:07
Knowledge Is Born with Vast Aire (Cannibal Ox)

Knowledge Is Born with Vast Aire (Cannibal Ox)

One of the most uniquely defining voices in underground independent Hip Hop, Vast changed the landscape forever with his deep and quirky poetry on the El-P produced Definitive Jux album, The Cold Vein.


This episode is sponsored by Zakat Foundation and BetterHelp. To get 10% off your first month of therapy, visit www.betterhelp.com/travelers 

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Sep 11, 202301:47:41
Producer Jake One (Full Video)

Producer Jake One (Full Video)

Brother Ali reconnects with the Grammy award-winning producer for Dr Dre, Jay-Z, Nipsey Hustle, and Drake who produced Ali’s 2012 album "Mourning in America and Dreaming in Color" and 2013’s "Left In The Deck" mixtape. This episode is sponsored by Zakat Foundation and BetterHelp. To get 10% off your first month of therapy, visit www.betterhelp.com/travelers  Hear episodes early and ad-free, plus get access to exclusive music, videos, speeches, and bonus content by Brother Ali: https://www.brotherali.com/join  Buy Travelers Podcast merchandise: https://www.brotheralistore.com/collections/travelers-podcast


Sep 04, 202302:20:48
Having a Great Run

Having a Great Run

This episode is sponsored by Zakat Foundation and BetterHelp. To get 10% off your first month of therapy, visit www.betterhelp.com/travelers

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Aug 28, 202303:22:56
Love & Service with Maryum Ali (Full Video)

Love & Service with Maryum Ali (Full Video)

“May May” Ali is an author, educator, social worker, and the first-born daughter of the great Muhammad Ali.


This episode is sponsored by Zakat Foundation and BetterHelp. To get 10% off your first month of therapy, visit www.betterhelp.com/travelers

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Aug 21, 202301:38:06
Man To Man with Tone Trump (Full Video)

Man To Man with Tone Trump (Full Video)

The beloved Philly hustler turned humanitarian MC talks maturity, manhood, and accountability.


This episode is sponsored by Zakat Foundation and BetterHelp. To get 10% off your first month of therapy, visit www.betterhelp.com/travelers Hear episodes early and ad-free, plus get access to exclusive music, videos, speeches, and bonus content by Brother Ali: https://www.brotherali.com/join Buy Travelers Podcast merchandise: https://www.brotheralistore.com/collections/travelers-podcast


Aug 14, 202302:21:38
Ramy Youssef (Full Video)
Aug 07, 202302:00:23
In Philly with Freeway (Full Video)

In Philly with Freeway (Full Video)

Freeway kicked in the door as Roc-A-Fella’s lyrical assassin at the height of its reign. He’s unleashed a 20-year catalog of certified classics, becoming one of the culture’s most respected and beloved MC’s. Free and Ali pick up on their decade-plus friendship in The City of Brotherly Love. 


This episode is sponsored by Zakat Foundation and BetterHelp. To get 10% off your first month of therapy, visit www.betterhelp.com/travelers

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Jul 31, 202301:58:26
Ant of Atmosphere Pt. 2 (Full Video)

Ant of Atmosphere Pt. 2 (Full Video)

The continuation of our in-depth conversation with Ant takes us into the development of Atmosphere and his professional career in music.


This episode is sponsored by Zakat Foundation and BetterHelp. To get 10% off your first month of therapy, visit www.betterhelp.com/travelers

Hear episodes early and ad-free, plus get access to exclusive music, videos, speeches, and bonus content by Brother Ali: https://www.brotherali.com/join

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Jul 24, 202301:56:25
In The Basement with Ant! (Full Video)

In The Basement with Ant! (Full Video)

A conversation with the producer of Atmosphere and Brother Ali in his South Minneapolis basement studio.


This episode is sponsored by Zakat Foundation and BetterHelp. To get 10% off your first month of therapy, visit www.betterhelp.com/travelers

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Jul 17, 202301:41:31
Recurring Joy

Recurring Joy

Brother Ali reflects on spending Eid in Minneapolis.


This episode is sponsored by Zakat Foundation and BetterHelp. To get 10% off your first month of therapy, visit www.betterhelp.com/travelers

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Jul 03, 202301:30:22
Comedian Preacher Moss

Comedian Preacher Moss

Preach is the trailblazing pioneer for Muslims in comedy. Hear his incredible journey of launching the groundbreaking Allah Made Me Funny tour, mentorships with Dick Gregory & Imam W. Deen Mohammed, and perseverance through spearheading an entire subgenre of comedy.


This episode is sponsored by Zakat Foundation and BetterHelp. To get 10% off your first month of therapy, visit www.betterhelp.com/travelers

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Jun 26, 202301:48:01
BK-One Continued

BK-One Continued

Part two of our conversation with the Travelers Podcast producer finds us diving into his artistic works, community organizing, and media justice.

This episode is sponsored by Zakat Foundation and BetterHelp. To get 10% off your first month of therapy, visit www.betterhelp.com/travelers  Hear episodes early and ad-free, plus get access to exclusive music, videos, speeches, and bonus content by Brother Ali: https://www.brotherali.com/join  Buy Travelers Podcast merchandise: https://www.brotheralistore.com/collections/travelers-podcast


Jun 19, 202302:11:52
BK-One!
Jun 12, 202302:11:08
Photographer Joe Conzo
Jun 05, 202301:43:35
Sean Evans of Hot Ones

Sean Evans of Hot Ones

Sean and Ali bond over the quest to spotlight our common humanity through culture & conversation. This episode is sponsored by Zakat Foundation and BetterHelp. To get 10% off your first month of therapy, visit www.betterhelp.com/travelers To hear episodes early and ad-free, plus get access to exclusive music, videos, speeches, and bonus content by Brother Ali: https://www.brotherali.com/join Buy Travelers Podcast merchandise: https://www.brotheralistore.com/collections/travelers-podcast
May 29, 202301:11:16
Aiming High with Bobbito Garcia

Aiming High with Bobbito Garcia

One of Hip Hop’s most beloved radio hosts, authors, and directors joins Ali to talk about his new children’s book, “Aim High, Little Giant, Aim High”.


You can find Bobbito's new book here: https://wearelittlegiants.com/products/aim-high-little-giant-aim-high-by-bobbito-garcia



This episode is sponsored by Zakat Foundation and BetterHelp. To get 10% off your first month of therapy, visit www.betterhelp.com/travelers 


To hear episodes early and ad-free, plus get access to exclusive music, videos, speeches, and bonus content by Brother Ali: https://www.brotherali.com/join 


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May 22, 202301:04:45
MaLLy in Istanbul

MaLLy in Istanbul

Respected Twin Cities MC and long-time co-collaborator MaLLy visits Brother Ali in Istanbul to reflect on American society and the journey toward healing.


This episode is sponsored by Zakat Foundation and BetterHelp. To get 10% off your first month of therapy, visit www.betterhelp.com/travelers 


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May 15, 202302:09:31
Mystic (Digital Underground)

Mystic (Digital Underground)

The legendary Bay Area MC/Educator crafted the Hip Hop classic “The Life” and toured as a member of Digital Underground before stepping away from the spotlight to earn a master's in education from Oxford University.
This episode is sponsored by Zakat Foundation and BetterHelp. To get 10% off your first month of therapy, visit www.betterhelp.com/travelers Learn more about The Travelers Podcast: https://www.brotherali.com/podcast Buy Travelers Podcast merchandise: https://www.brotheralistore.com/collections/travelers-podcast

May 08, 202301:56:01
Slug Returns With a Dope New Album

Slug Returns With a Dope New Album

Slug talks about the amazing new Atmosphere album “So Many Other Realities Exist Simultaneously”.


This episode is sponsored by Zakat Foundation and BetterHelp. To get 10% off your first month of therapy, visit www.betterhelp.com/travelers 


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May 01, 202301:54:52
Celebration & Sadness: Eid Mubarak on The Travelers Podcast
Apr 24, 202301:57:50
La Ilaha Il Allah - The Truest Thing I Know
Apr 17, 202301:51:22
The Freeway of Love

The Freeway of Love

Brother Ali's series of Ramadan reflections from the city of Istanbul continues. This is as up close and personal as it gets.
This episode is sponsored by Zakat Foundation and BetterHelp. To get 10% off your first month of therapy, visit www.betterhelp.com/travelers Check out all of the episodes and clips from The Travelers Podcast: https://podlink.to/TravelersPodcast Learn more about The Travelers Podcast: https://www.brotherali.com/podcast Buy Travelers Podcast merchandise: https://www.brotheralistore.com/collections/travelers-podcast

Apr 10, 202301:37:48
Sincerity and a Single Intention

Sincerity and a Single Intention

Brother Ali reflects on the importance of sincerity during the month of Ramadan in Istanbul. This episode is sponsored by Zakat Foundation and BetterHelp. To get 10% off your first month of therapy, visit www.betterhelp.com/travelers Learn more about The Travelers Podcast: https://www.brotherali.com/podcast Buy Travelers Podcast merchandise: https://www.brotheralistore.com/collections/travelers-podcast

Apr 04, 202302:06:04
Seeking Sound Hearts

Seeking Sound Hearts

Brother Ali’s reflections on Ramadan in Istanbul.


This episode is sponsored by Zakat Foundation and BetterHelp. To get 10% off your first month of therapy, visit www.betterhelp.com/travelers Learn more about The Travelers Podcast: https://www.brotherali.com/podcast Buy Travelers Podcast merchandise: https://www.brotheralistore.com/collections/travelers-podcast


Mar 27, 202301:40:13
Ramadan and Freeing The Soul
Mar 20, 202301:51:57
DJ Z-Trip

DJ Z-Trip

The Iconic DJ known around the world for bringing together musical genres and communities with two turntables and a mic. He's rocked with everyone from Hip Hop pioneers, to chart topping household names. most notably in his collaboration with LL Cool J on stage and Rock The Bells Radio.


This episode is sponsored by Zakat Foundation and BetterHelp. To get 10% off your first month of therapy, visit www.betterhelp.com/travelers  

Learn more about The Travelers Podcast: https://www.brotherali.com/podcast 

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Mar 13, 202302:05:19
Oddisee

Oddisee

Beloved MC and Producer Oddisee has one of the most unique stories you’ve ever heard and one of the most balanced perspectives in music. He spent his childhood in affluent suburbs, inner-city poverty, and traditional homes in Sudan.


This episode is sponsored by Zakat Foundation and BetterHelp. To get 10% off your first month of therapy, visit www.betterhelp.com/travelers  

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Mar 06, 202301:53:44
“Comedy Whisperer” Azhar Usman
Feb 27, 202301:45:34
Twin Cities Studio Engineer, Joe Mabbott
Feb 20, 202302:10:50