The American Muslim Dialogue

In this episode, educator–organizer Muhammad Jalal (host of The Thinking Muslim) joins us right after the latest Gaza ceasefire to unpack what Muslim political organizing in Britain is achieving—and where it must go next. We dig into media narratives, free-speech crackdowns, and how independent platforms can still “move the needle” despite algorithmic throttling. Jalal offers a clear, data-literate read on demographics, coalition strategy, and the transatlantic lessons U.S. communities can use now

Today’s episode features Ryan Grim, journalist, author, and co-founder of Drop Site News, discussing the dire state of journalism in covering the ongoing genocide in Gaza. Ryan reflects on the sacrifices of Palestinian journalists, the Western media’s failure to hold Israel accountable, and the deeper systemic issues that influence editorial decisions. The conversation also delves into the role of independent media in telling the truth and the pressures reporters face to preserve integrity in

Sabiha Khan and Hussam Ayloush, CEO of CAIR-CA and a Syrian American Muslim human rights activist, discuss U.S.-Muslim world relations, focusing on Syria’s history, the Assad regime, the Arab Spring, and the story of its successful revolution. Ayloush highlights the struggles of the Syrian and Palestinian people, the impact of foreign powers, and the importance of distinguishing between real and fake allies. He emphasizes the responsibility of American Muslims in advocating for justice, particularly