
ImanWire Podcast
ImanWire is an online publication and multimedia platform focusing on articulating spirituality in a modern context, highlighting a diverse group of American Muslim voices. Visit https://www.almadina.org/studio/podcasts for the latest articles and podcast episodes.
Latest episodes

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May 26, 2025 • 1h 30min
Ep. 89: Sacred Manhood - Dawud Walid
Dawud Walid, an author and Imam, explores the pressing issue of masculinity today, advocating for a return to Islamic spiritual chivalry, or Futuah. He discusses how this concept promotes selflessness and responsibility in young men. The conversation touches on the vital role of marriage in shaping true masculinity and the detrimental effects of overprotective parenting. Walid emphasizes the need for mentorship and community support in nurturing responsible leaders while balancing traditional values with modern challenges in manhood.

May 12, 2025 • 43min
Purification Of The Soul Ep. 13: Stewardship,Tawhid and Akhlaaq - Shaykh Mokhtar Maghraoui
"The one who is better than me in akhlaaq (character traits), is a better human being then me." The worth of a human being, practically speaking, is shown through his akhlaq. In this session, Shaykh Mokhtar Maghraoui speaks about Akhlaaq and Tawhid (Divine Unicity).
CHAPTERS:
0:00 - Introduction
03:20 - Divine Unicity E
14:49 - Initial Practice of Tawḥīd
22:12 - Divine Beauty in Islam
28:20 - Islamic Stewardship and Responsibility
35:40 - Allah's Love for Beauty
40:29 - Justice in Islamic Teachings
41:17 - Avoiding Negative Traits in Islam
42:20 - Islam on Humility vs Arrogance

May 5, 2025 • 1h 13min
Ep. 88: Integrating Adab Into Spiritual Life- Riad Saloojee
Shaykh Riad Saloojee returns to the ImanWire Podcast for a wide-ranging discussion on adab, an often misunderstood or minimized practice that in actuality is central to the life of a believer.
CHAPTERS:
0:00 - Introduction
3:38 - What is Adab?
9:04 - Moral Character vs Etiquette
15:17 - Adab, Justice & Wisdom
29:00 - Small Details & the Big Picture
37:36 - The Inheritance of Adab
52:33 - How to Acquire Adab
1:04:08 - Misconceptions About Adab

Apr 8, 2025 • 46min
Purification Of The Soul Ep. 12: The Sun and the Human Psyche - Shaykh Mokhtar Maghraoui
Shaykh Mokhtar Maghraoui delves deeply into the Qur'an's verses of Surah Ash-Shams to unravel the intricate nature of the human psyche. Exploring themes of choice, virtue, and potential, he highlights how nurturing and understanding one's inner self can lead to either success or failure.
CHAPTERS:
0:00- Introduction
1:12 - Quranic Wisdom Significance
1:55 - Solar Influence on Mind
6:34 - Lunar Effects on Emotions
10:15 - Earth's Stability and Human Psyche
19:20 - Space-time Concept in Islam
23:35 - Surah Ash-Shams: Self-Reflection
41:21 - Psychology of the Nafs

Mar 22, 2025 • 46min
Purification Of The Soul Ep. 11: Tazkiyah & The Divine Attributes - Shaykh Mokhtar Maghraoui
Our existence is all about the divine manifestations. In this episode, Shaykh Mokhtar Maghraoui explains how everything has to do with 'tazkiyah'. Ultimately our hearts must be in a state of 'tawhid,' the awareness of Allah ﷻ and his attributes.
CHAPTERS:
0:00 - Introduction
20:13 - Salim Heart: Pure Qalb
22:21 - Purified Heart: Disease-Free Qalb
24:10 - Heart's Beauty: Inner Radiance
26:55 - Divine Reflection: Heart as Allah's Mirror
37:02 - Prophetic Guidance: Best Path
40:03 - Analogy of the Baker: Life's Recipe
43:38 - Life's Tests: Significance & Purpose

Mar 9, 2025 • 41min
Purification Of The Soul Ep. 10: The Heart That Is Saleem - Shaykh Mokhtar Maghraoui
The ultimate objective is to strive for a heart that is 'saleem.' What does this mean? In this episode, Shaykh Mokhtar Maghraoui explores what it means and continues to speak about the du'a of asking for a heart of 'saleem.' We delve into the essence of possessing a heart that is Saleem—an ultimate marker of success, freedom, and happiness in the Dunya and beyond.
CHAPTERS:
0:00 - Soul Purification Quest
2:20 - Treasuring Spiritual Wealth
15:01 - Defining True Happiness
20:54 - Prayer for Divine Certitude
25:35 - Embracing Certitude's Serenity
28:30 - Supplication for Truthfulness
34:25 - Du'a for Goodness & Protection
38:30 - Prophet's Hadith on Soul

Feb 10, 2025 • 50min
Purification Of The Soul Ep. 9: The Changes Of The Heart - Shaykh Mokhtar Maghraoui
Shaykh Mokhtar Maghraoui speaks about the changes of the heart that is required to make the advancements to Allah. He speaks about how the murid (the seeker) can pursue their goal to arrive at the gate of nearness to their Lord.
CHAPTERS:
0:00 - Invocation for Blessings
4:52 - Spiritual Journey to Allah
17:25 - Essential Dua for Spiritual Growth
24:50 - Significance of Steadfastness Prayer
27:30 - Analyzing the Initial Segment of Dua
29:50 - Understanding the Middle Segment of Dua
38:50 - Concluding Segment of the Dua Explained
44:23 - Harmonizing External and Internal Worship
48:48 - Prayer for Inner Grace in Worship

Jan 27, 2025 • 47min
Ep. 87: The Prophetic Lens - Yasir Fahmy
Shaykh Yasir Fahmy joins hosts Sami Catovic and Naeem Saloojee to discuss the importance of developing a Prophetic lens to process the events we see in the world and respond in a Divinely-inspired way.
CHAPTERS:
0:00 - Introduction
2:02 - The World Needs the Prophetic Lens
7:15 - Seeing the Seen and Unseen Realm
12:11 - An Immersive Experience
18:33 - Know Him, Love Him, Follow Him
26:12 - Trauma and the Internal Reality
28:53 - Lessons From Bosnia
37:06 - Activism and the Liberating Nature of the Prophetic Lens
42:31 - Living With Dignity and Clarity

Jan 6, 2025 • 38min
Purification Of The Soul Ep. 8: Freeing The Heart - Shaykh Mokhtar Maghraoui
Shaykh Mokhtar Maghraoui emphasizes the significance of breaking the attachments to worldly possessions and beings, allowing the heart to soar freely. As the heart purifies and reaches a higher level of sincerity, acts of obedience become effortless, leading to an ultimate experiential connection with Allah.
CHAPTERS:
0:00 - Shaykh Abdul Qadir Jilani Guidance
1:28 - Spiritual Freedom Concept
6:02 - Safina: The Journey's Beginning
21:05 - Sincerity in Salah Significance
27:15 - Enhancing Focus During Salah
31:15 - Du'a Sincerity Importance

Dec 22, 2024 • 1h 10min
Ep. 86: Syria is Free | Remembering Khaled Nabhan
The ImanWire hosts convene to discuss the current events in Syria, Khaled Nabhan, and Muslims celebrating Christmas.
CHAPTERS:
0:00 - Introduction
1:35 - Smartphone Doomscrolling
6:48 - Syria is Free
45:00 - Soul of My Soul: Remembering Khaled Nabhan
48:59 - Conferences and the Zawiyah-Mobile
57:34 - Muslims and the Christmas Season