Islamic History Podcast
Islamic History Podcast
We often overlook Islamic history as a learning tool. The history of Islam is not only important for Muslims, but important for everyone. Islam and the people who call themselves Muslims have made an enormous impact on our world. The Islamic History Podcast is about discovering that history in a fun and interesting way.
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Mar 17, 2021 • 40min
6-10: The 80’s And 90’s
The Eighties are full of turmoil with a civil war in Lebanon, a war between Iran and Iraq, and the First Intifada.
But the world is hopeful for peace between Palestine and Israel.
Mar 10, 2021 • 43min
6-9: Crises And Conflicts
After the 1948 war, the Middle East is in turmoil with constant conflict between Israel and the Arab nations. At the same time, a civil war is brewing in Lebanon.
Mar 3, 2021 • 39min
6-8: Arabs And Israelis
After the British mandate ends, Israel declares its independence. The Arab League declares war and the 1948 Arab-Israeli War is underway.
Feb 24, 2021 • 38min
6-7: WWII And Palestine
A new German threat forces the world to focus on Europe. This new world war will change the fate of the Middle East, especially Palestine, forever.
Feb 17, 2021 • 47min
6-6: The Saudis And Arabia
With Sharif Hussein losing British support, Abdul Aziz ibn Saud prepares to invade the Hijaz. This will lead to the establishment of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Feb 10, 2021 • 39min
6-5: Ataturk And Turkey
Mustafa Kemal leads the Turkish Nationalists against the foreign occupiers. However, the British and Greeks are determined to stop him.
Feb 3, 2021 • 39min
6-4: Abdul Aziz And Arabia
Abdul Aziz ibn Saud, the ruler of Najd, prepares to invade the Hijaz but the British make him back down. Having defeated the Rashidis, the Hashemites are the last significant rival to Saudi dominance in Arabia.
Jan 27, 2021 • 50min
6-3: Hashemites And Saudis
In the eighteenth century, a Muslim scholar named Muhammad ibn Abdul Wahhab begins teaching his literalist interpretation of Islam in central Arabia. He teams up with a local governor named Muhammad ibn Saud to conquer Arabia.
Jan 20, 2021 • 36min
6-2: Syria And Turkey
Prince Faisal really wants Syria but neither the French nor the British want to give it to him.
Outraged by the Turkish resistance in Anatolia, Lloyd George forces the puppet Ottoman Sultan to sign the Treaty of Sevres.
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Jan 13, 2021 • 40min
6-1: Anatolia And Iraq
The British are planning to implement the Balfour Declaration while trying to get a handle on how to govern Iraq.
Meanwhile, the Allies from WWI are busy occupying Anatolia. But it's not going as planned.
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