

When East Meets West with Kenaz Filan and Ahnaf Ibn-Qais
Kenaz Filan and Ahnaf Ibn-Qais
History, Politics, Religion, Philosophy, and Culture while the barbarians gather outside the gates. The fires will be coming soon. Violins not provided. www.notesfromtheendofti.me
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Feb 7, 2025 • 1h 1min
Eurabiamania 77: Life During Wartime
In this episode Ahnaf & Kenaz are joined by returning guest Abu Khaldun. We offer our thoughts on the current situation in the Middle East and North Africa (hint: it’s more interesting than usual). We also provide thoughts on Trump and what new shenanigans we can expect now that we’ve elected a wrestling heel as our President.Abu KhaldunAhnaf Ibn QaisKenaz Filan Get full access to Notes from the End of Time with Kenaz Filan at www.notesfromtheendofti.me/subscribe

Jan 29, 2025 • 1h 53min
Eurabiamania 76: The Bad Orange Man is Back
In this very special episode we’re joined by two of our our repeat guests, Tom Kawczynski and Constantin von Hoffmeister. We talk about Trump’s recent actions, the state of Greenland (or should we say “State of Greenland”), and what China’s new AI initiatives mean for the American tech industry. Tune in, turn on and enjoy the DOOM!Constantin von HoffmeisterTom KawczynskiAhnaf Ibn QaisKenaz Filan Get full access to Notes from the End of Time with Kenaz Filan at www.notesfromtheendofti.me/subscribe

Jan 21, 2025 • 2h 8min
Eurabiamania 75: It's Written In The Stars
This episode takes a turn away from our usual geopolitical DOOM in favor of a little stargazing. John Michael Greer isn’t just the Grandmaster of Doom: he’s also a skilled astrologer whose latest book, The Astrology of Nations, has just been released. So what does mundane astrology have to say about Donald Trump’s second term? Listen and find out! John Michael GreerEcosophia | Dreamwidth | Patreon | SubscribeStarAhnaf Ibn-QaisKenaz Filan Get full access to Notes from the End of Time with Kenaz Filan at www.notesfromtheendofti.me/subscribe

Jan 17, 2025 • 1h 45min
Eurabiamania 74: Syria, Palestine, Africa, and More
In this episode Ahnaf and Kenaz are joined by former guest Brecht Jonkers and new guest Abu Khaldun. Our discussion was supposed to focus on Syria, Sir Abu Khaldun’s homeland, with a chat about the recent Gaza ceasefire. But somewhere along the line we wound up talking about Africa. Tune in and learn more about what happens next. Abu KhaldunBrecht JonkersAhnaf Ibn-QaisKenaz Filan Get full access to Notes from the End of Time with Kenaz Filan at www.notesfromtheendofti.me/subscribe

Jan 15, 2025 • 1h 22min
Eurabiamania 73: Sole Superpower? Yeah, About That...
In this episode Ahnaf and Kenaz are joined by Arktos Editor-in-Chief Constantin von Hoffmeister. Sir Constantin has recently released what may be his best book to date, Multipolarity! The age of the Sole Superpower is over, and we’re all waiting for what happens next. Multipolarity! gives us a roadmap toward a world with true multiculturalism instead of the tired One-Size-Fits-All-or-We’ll-Bomb-You ethic of Neoliberalism. Constantin von HoffmeisterAhnaf Ibn-QaisKenaz Filan Get full access to Notes from the End of Time with Kenaz Filan at www.notesfromtheendofti.me/subscribe

Jan 11, 2025 • 1h 57min
Eurabiamania 72: California's on Fire and Greenland's on Ice
In this episode Kenaz Filan, Ahnaf Ibn Qais, and Cleveland Blakemore talk about Trump’s plans to annex Greenland and about the Los Angeles fires. But just as we started winding up those conversations, we got hit with some fresh steaming British DOOM! The world is falling apart, and we’ve got ringside seats. Tune in, turn on, and don’t forget to Like and Subscribe. Get full access to Notes from the End of Time with Kenaz Filan at www.notesfromtheendofti.me/subscribe

Jan 10, 2025 • 2h 19min
Eurabiamania 71: Eldritch Horrors and Cosmic DOOM
In this episode Kenaz and Ahnaf are joined by Librarian of Celaeno, the dark and twisted mind behind The Library of Celaeno. Among our forbidden topics are the Annexation of Greenland, eldritch Sludge, and the merits of Robert Reich vs Heather Cox Richardson. Tune in, turn on, and discover manmade horrors beyond your comprehension. And don’t forget to like and subscribe! Librarian of CelaenoAhnaf Ibn-QaisKenaz Filan Get full access to Notes from the End of Time with Kenaz Filan at www.notesfromtheendofti.me/subscribe

Dec 31, 2024 • 3h 3min
Eurabiamania 70: It's the End of the Year as We Know It, and We Feel Doomed
In this episode we’re joined by two old guests to wind up 2024 and hope for better things in 2025. Aenean prophet Tree of Woe joins Swedish journalist and Juche respecter Malcom Kyeyune for several hours of talk about optimism, pessimism and the various definitions of “American.” Tune in, turn on, and don’t forget to like and subscribe!Malcom KyeyuneTree of WoeAhnaf Ibn-QaisKenaz Filan Get full access to Notes from the End of Time with Kenaz Filan at www.notesfromtheendofti.me/subscribe

Dec 28, 2024 • 2h
Eurabiamania 69: Do Not Insult India, Saar
In this episode Kenaz and Ahnaf discuss the Great Pajeet War with two of our favorite guests, Texas Arcane and Uncouth Barbarian. What happens when MAGA Diehards learn their Fearless Leader may not have been entirely truthful about his immigration plans? Will America become Canada with better weather? Who is Elon Musk going to demonetize and deplatform next? Tune in to learn more! Cleveland BlakemoreUncouth BarbarianAhnaf Ibn-QaisKenaz Filan Get full access to Notes from the End of Time with Kenaz Filan at www.notesfromtheendofti.me/subscribe

Dec 26, 2024 • 2h 52min
Eurabiamania 68: What's Coming Next? DOOM, DOOM and DOOM
As 2024 comes to an end, Ahnaf Ibn Qais and yrs. truly are joined by Uncouth Barbarian and Texas Arcane for some speculations on what happened this year and we can expect for 2025. Pull up a chair, have some Christmas leftovers, and join in the conversation with your favorite gang of DOOMers. Cleveland BlakemoreUncouth BarbarianAhnaf Ibn-QaisKenaz Filan Get full access to Notes from the End of Time with Kenaz Filan at www.notesfromtheendofti.me/subscribe