Imam Tom Weekly, a Yaqeen podcast

With the introduction of radical gender ideology material in schools as early as elementary, parents are growing more concerned about their children’s education. What’s more concerning are rules that no longer allow parents to opt their children out of material that they deem inappropriate. How can parents best voice their concerns and firmly put their foot down on issues like these? Imam Tom Facchine invites Kareem Monib and Sameerah Munshi from the Coalition of Virtue to discuss their involvement in this fight for parental rights in school systems. 

Dr. Zohair Abdul Rahman discusses the consequences of shirk within popular moral frameworks and the connection between faith and morality. They explore the concept of shirk as the greatest sin and betrayal of God. They also discuss the importance of understanding the purpose of life and how it determines what it means to live a good life. The podcast explores the significance of meaning and its influence on choices and behaviors, as well as the contrast between morally therapeutic deism and Islam. They also touch upon the dangers of idolatry and the concept of infidelity and betrayal in relationships.

Imam Tom Facchine invites Dr. Nazir Khan, an expert on atheism and religious philosophy, to discuss the arguments for atheism and address questions about the Divine, religion, and faith. They delve into epistemology, substance-based language, philosophical proofs for God's existence, language acquisition, the instrumentalization of religion, and the relationship between religion and science in Islamic theology.

Dr. Usaama al-Azami, an expert in Islamic knowledge in a secular age, joins Imam Tom to discuss shifts in our understanding of religious interpretation and authority. They explore the hypocrisy of skepticism in secularism, the power of changing attitudes, the historical relationship between ulama and rulers in Islamic empires, differing opinions among scholars on paying interest, the importance of recognizing societal shifts, and the significance of female scholarship.

What do we lose when Islam is privatized and reduced to a personal matter? Daniyah Hannini joins Imam Tom Facchine to explore the profound consequences of secularization as it reshapes the Muslim mind, redefines Islamic identity, and challenges traditional practices. 

Dr. Zara Khan, an expert in secularism and its impact on society, joins the show to analyze the history of secularism and its implications. The podcast explores the desacralization of politics, the shift in religious hierarchy, the consequences of false revelation, and how secularism has influenced our understanding of religion, ethics, and politics. It also discusses the limitations of ignorance and the role of secularism in society.

Are sexual desires an essential part of who we are? No matter how the world shifts, Islam is clear about not allowing our desires to define us. So what then about feeling same sex attraction? Doesn't that automatically mean that someone is gay? Imam Tom Facchine invites Waheed Jensen to discuss his experiences living with same sex attraction while rejecting current narratives and labels, and how we can support individuals in our communities that struggle with these feelings.

Islamic scholar and activist Ahmad Saleem discusses the prevalence of LGBTQ ideologies in public school systems, Muslim students' rights to freedom of religion, strategies for standing up to LGBTQ pressure, and the tactics used to create division among Muslim students.

Should we ally with the Left or the Right? On one hand, the Liberal party has appealed to Muslim rights as a minority group, while the Conservative party aligns with our moral values. Muslim political involvement is a fairly recent trend, and our alliances speak to more than just our personal preferences. How can we secure our rights in a secular democracy while also pushing back against policies that go against our beliefs, such as the open promotion of LGBTQ ideas in our schools? Imam Tom Facchine invites Dr. Mobeen Vaid to recount the history of Muslim political involvement and activism, as well as to discuss ways to maneuver the political landscape while staying true to our faith. 

Islam follows an objective morality defined by God that we must follow and protect no matter how the societies around us change. One of the most difficult topics to discuss that directly challenges this is the fairly new paradigm of sexuality and sexual identity. Why does Allah care about what we do in the bedroom? What’s wrong with people choosing who to love? Imam Tom Facchine and Dr. Sharif El-Tobgui discuss the history of sexuality and the sexual revolution, the Islamic view of sexuality and love, and common objections to Islamic sexuality discourse.