x

75% of people globally want unbiased news (Pew Research) but are concerned they're not getting that.

Get balanced coverage with Symby. See how stories are covered across diverse outlets and spot when one side covers a story the other skips.

PODCAST

Rahma with Rose

Welcome to "Rahma with Rose," a bold space of warmth, understanding, and pluralism in a world that often feels chaotic, polarized, and judgmental. You are not alone, and the stories I share here will reinforce this.Join Dr. Rose Aslan, transformational life coach, scholar of religion, and breathwork teacher, as she delves into inspiring stories, practical tips, and thought-provoking and heartfelt conversations with thought leaders, healers, coaches, mental health professionals, scholars, and

religion & spirituality spirituality

All Episodes

51:07

Living Islam with Purpose: A Conversation with Humera...

Rahma with Rose ·

2025/07/18

Send us a text In this powerful and heart-opening episode of Rahma with Rose, I sit down with Humera Khan, a London-based community leader, educator, and faith-based activist who has spent decades merging social justice and spirituality into an embodied path. Humera opens up about her journey from cultural Islam as a young woman to recognizing activism, motherhood, and community-building as deeply spiritual practices, challenging traditional notions of spirituality as quiet withdrawal from so...

en-us

66:44

Living Through Grief and Grace from Damascus to...

Rahma with Rose ·

2025/07/04

Send us a text In this deeply moving episode, Rose speaks with Ustadha Zaynab Ansari about her spiritual awakening as a young American Muslim woman studying in Damascus in the 1990s, her journey through traditional scholarship, and the personal trials that reshaped her faith, including widowhood and becoming a single mother overnight. Zaynab explores how Islam’s spiritual core can offer healing in times of grief, the role of women scholars, and the need for honest community accountability in ...

en-us

61:03

The Unexpected Path Back to Faith: A Conversation...

Rahma with Rose ·

2025/06/20

Send us a text What happens when the faith you were raised with no longer feels like home? Raised in a Sufi Muslim family in Kashmir, Daisy Khan carried a deep sense of Divine presence from childhood. But as a young immigrant in America, she found herself lost, disillusioned, and searching for God in unexpected places, including ashrams and Buddhist retreats. In this raw and honest conversation, Daisy shares how a hidden Sufi bookstore in New York pulled her back into a connection with ...

en-us

61:11

Becoming Whole Again After Burnout and Heartbreak: A...

Rahma with Rose ·

2025/05/23

Send us a text In this episode of Rahma with Rose, I sit down with poet and writer Ameera Aslam to explore what it means to soften without losing your edge. Ameera speaks openly about her evolving relationship with Islam, from early rigidity and burnout to a slower, more spacious faith. We talk about spiritual exhaustion, divorce, rebuilding self-worth, and what it takes to listen for your voice in a world that constantly tries to quiet it. Ameera shares how connecting with the Prophet ...

en-us

66:44

All the Parts Within Us: A Conversation with Fatimah...

Rahma with Rose ·

2025/04/18

Send us a text In this episode of Rahma with Rose, I’m joined by Fatimah, a licensed therapist and trainer in Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy. Fatimah shares her unique journey as a Black Muslim woman navigating motherhood, spiritual growth, and a career in mental health. We dive into how she integrates IFS therapy with Islamic psychology to help clients confront and heal from past trauma. Fatimah explains how reconnecting with our "inner parts," embracing vulnerability, and practicing ...

en-us

55:18

Walking Through the Dark Nights of the Soul with...

Rahma with Rose ·

2025/04/04

Send us a text In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Rola Hallam, a doctor, activist, and humanitarian whose life was reshaped by the Syrian war. As a frontline doctor working on medical missions in Syria, Rola confronted unimaginable devastation, and her own experience of trauma eventually pushed her toward a profound spiritual awakening. Rola opens up about finding peace through Buddhism, rediscovering Islam through Sufism, and how reciting the beautiful names of the Divine became he...

en-us

65:28

Building Resilience and Small Steps Back to Yourself:...

Rahma with Rose ·

2024/11/16

Send us a textIn this episode, I sit down with Henrietta Szovati to explore a journey shaped by profound moments and courageous leaps. Henrietta recalls how a near-death experience during a mountain hike opened up her path to spirituality, leaving her searching for life’s deeper meaning. Growing up in communist Hungary, she learned resilience in an environment that suppressed religion. She runs a vibrant writing club, empowering women to pursue their creative dreams and support one another al...

en-us

33:59

Balancing Religion and Culture in a Secular Society:...

Rahma with Rose ·

2024/10/11

Send us a textIn this episode, I sit down with Shahira Qudrat to discuss her lifelong spiritual journey and the challenge of reconciling her Afghan cultural upbringing with her American identity. As a young Afghan-American woman, Shahira found herself caught between two cultures—balancing the traditional religious values of her family with the modern, secular expectations of American society. Shahira also opens up about navigating difficult life experiences like an early marriage, d...

en-us

52:09

Overcoming Trauma and Finding Happiness: A...

Rahma with Rose ·

2024/09/27

Send us a textIn this podcast episode, I chat with Samia Bano about her spiritual journey and how she overcame childhood sexual abuse to find inner peace and become a peacebuilder in her community. Samia shares how healing came through counseling, connecting with other survivors, and cultivating spiritual practices, including finding solace in prayer.Reflecting on her faith, Samia explains how she initially embraced a dogmatic approach to Islam but later found peace by embracing pluralism. He...

en-us

42:34

Rose Guest Episode, "Get to Know Rose" on Include...

Rahma with Rose ·

2024/09/13

Send us a textThis is an episode from the podcast Include with Dr. Liz, who invited me to appear on her show.Here is her overview of the episode:A former tenured professor of religious studies and American expat living in Turkey, Rose is a courageous, compassionate, clever and complex, mother raising her son on her own. After stepping away from a job that most people never leave, she has found a better life in supporting others to become unstuck in their own lives.Include Podcast available on...

en-us

56:48

Bridging Secular and Islamic Spirituality: A...

Rahma with Rose ·

2024/08/23

Send us a Text Message.In this episode, I speak with Zahra Aljabri, a spiritual coach from California and the oldest daughter of immigrants from Kenya, who shares her journey in understanding and connecting with spirituality. Zahra initially viewed her religion as a set of rules based on the environment in which she grew up. Zahra later discovered what she calls secular spirituality, like the law of attraction, which resonated with her Islamic upbringing. She began to perceive Islamic pr...

en-us

40:25

Weaving Lived Muslim Experiences into Fiction: A...

Rahma with Rose ·

2024/07/26

In this conversation, you can listen to me conversing with one of my favorite novelists, Leila Aboulela. What's even more remarkable about Leila's work, apart from her delicious writing style that makes me wish her books and short stories never end, is that she intentionally brings Muslim characters, usually women, into her work as the protagonists. Leila describes her work as centering Islam, giving Muslim readers a chance to see themselves in her work and for non-Muslim readers to...

en-us

67:40

Intersections of Spirituality, Creativity, and...

Rahma with Rose ·

2024/07/12

In this episode, I sit down with the incredible Medina Tenour Whiteman, a talented writer, poet, and singer, to chat about her fascinating life journey. We dive into how she uses spiritual practices like writing, singing, and meditation to navigate her identity and faith.Medina shares the importance of stepping back from the hustle and bustle to gain perspective, exploring Sufi traditions and other calming practices like breathwork and meditation.We also discuss her life in the stunning mount...

en-us

66:20

Rose Guest Episode: "Shame, Activism & Oppression" on...

Rahma with Rose ·

2024/06/21

This is an episode from the podcast Untethering Shame with Kyira Wackett, who invited me to appear on her show.Here is her overview of the episode:In this episode, Dr. Rose Aslan and I discuss shame, fear, and Islamophobia. We explore how these forces perpetuate systems of oppression and uphold patriarchal structures of power. We also discuss the importance of recognizing the humanity of individuals and the need to untether ourselves from shame. Dr. Aslan shares her personal journey of a...

en-us

61:46

How to Live an Ethical and God-Conscious Life: A...

Rahma with Rose ·

2024/06/07

In this rich conversation, Dr. Sa’diyya Shaikh, Professor in the Study of Religions at the University of Cape Town, shares her personal journey of growing up as a Muslim in South Africa during the apartheid era and how this informs her study of Islam and worldview. With a profound interest in Sufism, Sa’diyya explores the intersection of spirituality, gender ethics, feminist theory, and social justice, illuminating how these realms influence each other.As a scholar-activist, Sa’diyya brings h...

en-us

61:55

The Spirituality of Justice: A Conversation with...

Rahma with Rose ·

2024/05/24

In this episode, I speak with a woman whose podcast has deeply inspired me and whose writings have made significant waves in anti-racism movements. I had the opportunity to fangirl a little with Layla F. Saad as we discussed her journey to becoming an anti-racist changemaker and activist.Layla is known for addressing issues of racism and social justice, but this is her first time speaking publicly about her beliefs and identity as a Muslim woman. The ongoing genocides in Gaza, Sudan, and Cong...

en-us

30:37

What happens when you know it’s not just you?

Rahma with Rose ·

2024/05/03

en-us

23:12

Launching Season 2: Remaining in a State of...

Rahma with Rose ·

2024/04/19

en-us

46:21

Exploring Inner Strength and Overcoming Adversity: A...

Rahma with Rose ·

2023/12/15

en-us

48:44

On Being a Professional Muslim: Rose Aslan...

Rahma with Rose ·

2023/12/08

en-us

39 results

Similar Podcasts

Jeff Haygood, Pastor

PodPoint

PASTOR ALVARO VALENCIA

Pastor Alvaro Valencia

Grace Life Church CT.

PodPoint

Pleasant View Church

Ted Nance

Christian Heritage Church"s Podcast

PodPoint