Our guest today is Dr Hammad Khan, who, by Profession, is a Consultant Neonatologist at St Thomas & Evelina Children’s Hospital, London. He is also the Director for Medical Services at Humanity First UK. Aside from his medical duties, Dr Hammad hosts the Weekend World, which is a Current Affairs show on the Voice of Islam UK Radio. He is also an avid Coffee lover, Coffee drinker, and some may argue a connoisseur. He is a coffee aficionado/enthusiast! We discuss the Origins, Cultivation, Coffee culture & types of Coffee around the World, and How to make the Brew… [00:00] Welcome [00:23] Introduction [02:10] Origins of Coffee & How Caffeine changed the World [04:45] An Ethiopian Legend: Kaldi discovered Coffee [07:16] The Cultivation of Coffee across the Arab world [09:50] Coffee as a part of Culture [11:05] Sufi monasteries in Yemen employed Coffee to concentrate during Prayers [12:58] The rise of Coffee houses & why was Coffee banned [14:08] Tea - British Empire brought Tea to the Indian subcontinent [17:35] The British Empire & Coffee vs Tea [21:02] The Lost Cultural significance & rituals around Coffee [23:28] Neurobiology & the effects of Coffee on the Brain [25:59] Medical uses of Caffeine [30:40] The optimum time to drink Coffee [34:54] Caffeine 'crash' & Neurochemistry [36:42] Dr Hammad's Journey to Coffee [40:34] Good Coffee SHOULD NOT be bitter [41:50] What makes a good Coffee - how to make the prefect brew! [44:53] Coffee from around the world [46:16] Different types of Coffee flavour [49:08] Concluding remarks ▶️ We are available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music & YouTube! 🎙 The Al Hakam Inspire Podcast is hosted by Dr Hasham Ahmad, Dr Hamaad Muin Ahmad and Romaan Basit. Subscribe: https://linktr.ee/alhakaminspire 📱 Socials: @alhakaminspire X: https://X.com/alhakaminspire Instagram: https://instagram.com/alhakaminspire

Joining our podcast is Amjad Mahmood Khan, Partner & Chair at Brown, Neri, Smith & Khan (BNSK) LLP. He is also an Adjunct Professor UCLA Law, and Co-Founder of Global Lawyers for Refugees (GLR) which is an innovative collaboration of lawyers from leading international law firms, and works by Empowering Refugees Through State of the Art Legal Advocacy. He is also the National Secretary of Public Affairs of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community USA, and has provided a written testimony on the subject of “Discrimination and Persecution Against Muslims Worldwide.” We discuss his faith inspiring journey and relationship with His Holiness, Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad, the current and fifth leader of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, officially known as the Fifth Caliph of the Messiah. We also discuss Pakistan's Blasphemy Laws, Persecution of Ahmadi Muslims, and the Israel-Palestine conflict through the lens of Human Rights and International Law. [00:00] Welcome [00:45] Introduction [01:35] How does Islam guide you as a Lawyer? [06:39] Faith inspiring Journey & Relationship with His Holiness, Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad, the the Fifth Caliph of the Messiah [39:44] Pakistan's Blasphemy Laws & Persecution of Ahmadi Muslims [53:53] Experiences with His Holiness, Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad, during his historical visit to Capitol Hill, Washington, D.C. in 2012, and in relation to Fathe Azeem Mosque in Zion, Illinois, USA in 2022 [1:05:38] Israel-Palestine conflict through the lens of Human Rights and International Law [1:23:42] Concluding remarks ▶️ We are available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music & YouTube! 🎙 The Al Hakam Inspire Podcast is hosted by Ataul Fatir Tahir, Dr Hasham Ahmad, Dr Hamaad Muin Ahmad and Romaan Basit. Subscribe: https://linktr.ee/alhakaminspire 📱 Socials: @alhakaminspire X: https://X.com/alhakaminspire Instagram: https://instagram.com/alhakaminspire

Joining our podcast is Professor Sohail Husain, Professor of Pediatrics and Chief of the Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology at Stanford University in California, USA. He is a physician-scientist whose lab focuses on determining areas related to the Pancreas. Professor Husain has authored over 100 scientific papers, 12 book chapters, and has filed several patents related to pancreatic disorders. He serves as Past Chair of the North American Pediatric GI Society’s Pancreas Committee and Research Committee, and a Councilor of the American Pancreatic Association (APA). Professor Husain also serves as President of the Association of Ahmadi Muslim Scientists USA. His most recent research paper, published in 'Science Translational Medicine', reveals a novel, unexpected discovery that might compel you to eat your carrots more often! It has been widely picked up by various news outlets. We discuss if Islam & Science go hand in hand in the 21st Century, and what value religion has to offer for scientific research. We also explore his latest research discovery regarding Vitamin A. [00:00] Welcome [00:03] Introduction [01:03] Do Islam & Science go hand in hand? [03:09] Accepting the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community: Personal journey through Science & Religion [07:21] Professor Clement Wragge’s first meeting with the Promised Messiah [08:10] The Holy Quran encourages you to 'ponder' and 'reflect' [09:59] Science needs purpose. The Holy Quran gives us purpose [10:33] The Holy Quran eludes to scientific discoveries [11:01] Surah An-Nahl: Milk which is Pure and a total nutriment [14:13] How important is it for Muslim Scientists to research & study the Holy Quran? [18:07] What is the Pancreas? [20:29] Problems with the Pancreas - Pancreatitis [21:50] Understanding Diabetes & Prevention Habits for the Youth [26:54] New Discovery: Vitamin A may reduce Pancreatitis [33:48] Eat More Carrots... or Liver [34:42] Concluding remarks [35:20] Parting thoughts - "Purpose, Clarity & Data" Links related to the discussion: Association of Ahmadi Muslim Scientists USA (AAMS USA) https://www.muslimscientists.org/sohail-husain Professor Clement Wragge’s first meeting with the Promised Messiah https://www.alhakam.org/professor-clement-wragges-first-meeting-with-the-promised-messiah/ A systems approach points to a therapeutic role for retinoids in asparaginase-associated pancreatitis https://doi.org/10.1126/scitranslmed.abn2110 Vitamin A may reduce pancreatitis risk during ALL treatment https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/982812 Dietary Vitamin A Can Reduce the Risk for Chemotherapy-Induced Pancreatitis https://www.gastroendonews.com/Pediatric-GI/Article/02-23/Dietary-Vitamin-A-Can-Reduce-the-Risk-for-Chemotherapy-Induced-Pancreatitis/69358 ▶️ We are available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music & YouTube! 🎙 The Al Hakam Inspire Podcast is hosted by Ataul Fatir Tahir, Dr Hasham Ahmad, Dr Hamaad Muin Ahmad and Roman Basit. Subscribe: https://linktr.ee/alhakaminspire 📱 Socials: @alhakaminspire Twitter: https://twitter.com/alhakaminspire Instagram: https://instagram.com/alhakaminspire ***Disclaimer: Al Hakam Inspire does not advise the implementation of any specific conclusions and assumes no liability for the application of the information discussed. Al Hakam does not necessarily endorse the content & ideas discussed on the Al Hakam Inspire Podcast.

Our guest today is Dr Naveed Aziz who is a Genomics research scientist & serves as the Chief Executive Officer of CGEn, Canada’s national platform for genome sequencing & analysis. Dr Naveed’s leadership has enabled CGEn to fuel research and innovation, playing a key role in the advancement of technological developments within the field of genomics. He is passionate about the development of powerful and efficient solutions enabling high-speed data exchange at national and international scale. His previous roles include serving as the Director of Technology programs at Genome Canada, Head of Genomics at University of York, UK and as a Research Fellow at the Noble Research Institute, USA. In addition to being awarded the Canadian Association of Research Administrators (CARA) 2022 Research Partnership Award, Dr. Aziz was also named one of Canada’s Emerging Executive Leaders by adMare Academy Executive Institute in 2018 and included in the list of Canada’s Top 20 Dynamic CEOs by The CEO Publication in 2021. He has also recently presented a TEDx talk on Convergence of Divergence: The Mysteries of the Human Genome, and we will leave a link for this in the description below. [00:00] Welcome [00:05] Introduction [01:22] How has Religion & relationship with Allah motivated to pursue your field? [05:41] What is Genomics & Precision Health Research? [07:10] DNA & The Human Genome Project [12:12] Can Artificial Intelligence (AI) play a significant role in Human Genomics? [15:36] Understanding Genetics & translation of DNA [18:28] The Mystery of the Human Genome's Dark Matter [19:48] Treating Genetic Diseases [22:45] Advice to Muslim Researchers & encouraging the next generation [26:18] Concluding remarks Links related to the discussion: Convergence of Divergence: The Mysteries of the Human Genome | Dr. Naveed Aziz | TEDxCanadoreCollege https://youtu.be/FhJslnz19Yg https://www.linkedin.com/in/naveedaziz/ ▶️ We are available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music & YouTube! 🎙 The Al Hakam Inspire Podcast is hosted by Ataul Fatir Tahir and Dr Hasham Ahmad. Subscribe: https://linktr.ee/alhakaminspire 📱 Socials: @alhakaminspire Twitter: https://twitter.com/alhakaminspire Instagram: https://instagram.com/alhakaminspire ***Disclaimer: Al Hakam Inspire does not advise the implementation of any specific conclusions and assumes no liability for the application of the information discussed. Al Hakam does not necessarily endorse the content & ideas discussed on the Al Hakam Inspire Podcast.

Our guest today is Dr Shakeel Ahmad, a Consultant Psychiatrist, who has over 20 years of working in different sub-specialties of adult psychiatry. During this time, he has also served in senior operational roles including Clinical Director for General Adult Psychiatry in Surrey, UK and as Chair of London Division, Royal College of Psychiatrists, UK. Dr Shakeel Ahmad has also been one of the contributors to WHO Guide on Mental Health to Primary Care, UK. He had an early interest in philosophy and development of human mind; as an undergraduate he co-founded an organisation to promote creative thinking amongst the youth through self-discipline. He has also been involved with research projects on the Holy Quran, within the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community and is a regular contributor to the Voice of Islam UK radio. We discuss the development of the Human Mind, Cognition and Thought. We explore Mental Health including Anxiety & Depression, and what we can learn from Islam regarding the Mental & Spiritual progression of our minds. [00:00] Welcome [01:43] The Development of the Human Mind [03:59] Evolution of Consciousness [04:33] The Frontal Lobe of the Brain [06:52] How Intoxicants affect the Brain [08:55] What is Cognition? [10:14] Spirituality & Spiritual experiences [11:50] Navigating Self-discipline & Spirituality [15:03] Self-determination of Human Psychology [17:45] How does Religion affect Society? [21:08] Scientific Studies show Religion improves Mental Health! [25:53] Mental Health & Belonging to an organised Religion [28:20] Mental Health Disorders [30:41] Why are Mental Health issues increasing? [33:35] Peoples' rights to healthcare have been impacted! [34:34] The Holy Quran & Mental Health [35:46] Holy Quran: Absolute Justice, Kindness & Kinship [38:15] Society, Support & Absolute Justice [39:18] The Holy Quran & Guidance for Mental Health [41:10] Confession to God & 'Catharsis' [42:57] Going through Pain makes you Stronger [44:25] Concluding remarks ▶️ We are available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music & YouTube! 🎙 The Al Hakam Inspire Podcast is hosted by Ataul Fatir Tahir and Dr Hasham Ahmad. Subscribe: https://linktr.ee/alhakaminspire 📱 Socials: @alhakaminspire Twitter: https://twitter.com/alhakaminspire Instagram: https://instagram.com/alhakaminspire ***Disclaimer: Al Hakam Inspire does not advise the implementation of any specific conclusions and assumes no liability for the application of the information discussed. Al Hakam does not necessarily endorse the content & ideas discussed on the Al Hakam Inspire Podcast.

Our Guest is Dr Craig Considine, an award-winning professor and the best–selling author of The Humanity of Muhammad – A Christian View (Published in 2020). He is a recognised scholar of Islam who has gone in depth to research the Seerah, the life of the Prophet Muhammad (SA). Dr Considine is recognised as an authority in interfaith dialogue, particularly Christian and Muslim relations. He has written several books for the field of Islamic studies, including People of the Book – Prophet Muhammad’s Encounter with Christians (Hurst & Oxford 2021). Dr Considine is a faculty member of the Department of Sociology at Rice University. holds a PhD in sociology from Trinity College Dublin. Dr Considine’s opinions appear regularly in leading news & media outlets around the world. He is a practising Roman Catholic and is recognised as an authority in interfaith dialogue, particularly Christian-Muslim relations. #Religion #Christian #Islam #Podcast [00:00] Welcome [01:57] 9/11 & Dr Considine's Journey to Studying Islam [05:21] Why Dr Considine loves Prophet Muhammad [07:06] Prophet Muhammad's treatment of Christians [10:46] Prophet Muhammad as a State Leader [12:55] The Revolution of the Constitution of Medina [14:18] How important is Interfaith in today’s world? [17:45] Meeting His Holiness, Mirza Masroor Ahmad, Caliph of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community [22:09] Dealing with negativity on social media [25:20] Dr Considine’s work - find out more! Links related to the discussion: https://www.drcraigconsidine.com/ Twitter: @CraigCons Instagram: @drcraigconsidine Meeting His Holiness, Mirza Masroor Ahmad, Caliph of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, in Zion, Illinois: https://youtu.be/OQt8BDhv5DI ▶️ We are available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music & YouTube! 🎙 The Al Hakam Inspire Podcast is hosted by Ataul Fatir Tahir and Dr Hasham Ahmad. Subscribe: https://linktr.ee/alhakaminspire 📱 Socials: @alhakaminspire Twitter: https://twitter.com/alhakaminspire Instagram: https://instagram.com/alhakaminspire ***Disclaimer: Al Hakam Inspire does not advise the implementation of any specific conclusions and assumes no liability for the application of the information discussed. Al Hakam does not necessarily endorse the content & ideas discussed on the Al Hakam Inspire Podcast.

Join Dr Hasham Ahmad, a Medical Doctor and Researcher, exploring an introduction into the process of Embryology as described in the Holy Quran.  The Holy Quran is a book of wisdom and was revealed in the 7th Century A.D. to the Holy Prophet Muhammad (pbuh), with the commencement of the revelations during the blessed month of Ramadan. The Holy Quran is well known to contain knowledge and guidance pertaining to various specialities of life, both spiritual and of worldly nature. Embryology is the branch of science which studies the principles of pre-natal development of the gametes (sex cells), embryo and foetus. The degree of scientific accuracy within the Holy Quran, in relation to the topic of embryology, is explored and presented.  #embryology #Quran #Science #Podcast   [00:00] Welcome [01:07] Introduction [02:34] The Revelation of the Holy Quran [03:32] What is Embryology? [04:21] Summary of Embryology in the Holy Quran [05:43] Verses of the Holy Quran about Embryology [08:48] What process is being described?  [09:20] Mingled sperm-drop / “Nutfatin Amshaj” [10:26] Fertilisation & Implantation / “Qararin Makeen” [12:47] Clot & 'Fashioning' of the Clot / "Alaqa" [15:22] Shapeless lump or 'chewed-like lump'/ "Mudgha" [15:55] Bones, fashioning & muscle / "Izam" & "Lahm" [18:11] Period of development [19:33] Concluding remarks [20:10] Scientific observation of Embryology [20:31] Spiritual development [21:20] The Miracle of the Holy Quran [22:54] Subscribe to the Podcast Links related to the discussion: Verses related to Embryology https://www.openquran.com/embryology Check out the Rational Religion article: 9 SCIENTIFIC MIRACLES OF THE QURAN https://rationalreligion.co.uk/9-scientific-miracles-of-the-quran/#6_Embryology Embryology in the Qur'an lecture by Dr. Keith L. Moore (University of Illinois, 1990) https://youtu.be/upa4BSH7ua4 ▶️  We are available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music & YouTube! 🎙 The Al Hakam Inspire Podcast is hosted by Ataul Fatir Tahir and Dr Hasham Ahmad. Subscribe:  https://linktr.ee/alhakaminspire 📱 Socials: @alhakaminspire Twitter: https://twitter.com/alhakaminspire Instagram: https://instagram.com/alhakaminspire ***Disclaimer: Al Hakam Inspire does not advise the implementation of any specific conclusions and assumes no liability for the application of the information discussed. Al Hakam does not necessarily endorse the content & ideas discussed on the Al Hakam Inspire Podcast.

Our guest is Jeffrey D. Sachs, a World-renowned Professor of Economics, Leader in Sustainable Development, Senior UN advisor and Bestselling Author. He is a syndicated columnist whose monthly newspaper columns appear in more than 100 countries. His latest piece is entitled ‘A Mediator's Guide to Peace in Ukraine’. Jeffrey Sachs has twice been named among Time Magazine’s 100 most influential world leaders. He was called by the New York Times as “probably the most important economist in the world”, and by Time Magazine as “the world’s best known economist.” A recent survey by The Economist Magazine ranked Professor Sachs as among the world’s three most influential living economists of the past decade. Jeffrey Sachs was appointed as a University Professor at Columbia University in 2016. Prior to joining Columbia, he has spent over twenty years as a Professor at Harvard University. World-renowned Economist, Jeffrey Sachs discusses the Russia-Ukraine war and its economic consequences. He presents diplomacy and discussions as the solution for ending wars today. #economics #worldaffairs #podcast    [00:00] Welcome [00:55] Introduction [01:54] How close are we to 'nuclear' war? [06:03] Ukraine trapped in a superpower proxy war [07:22] How important is Diplomacy in finding a solution? [09:21] Sanctions on Russia - Economic Perspective [13:09] Funding of War in the current Cost of Living Crisis [16:01] 'Avoid a disaster, avoid a War' [17:05] Interest, Capitalistic model & Islam [20:14] Lack of Political Accountability  [22:14] Biden signs $40 billion package for Ukraine [23:52] Concluding remarks Links related to the discussion: A Mediator's Guide to Peace in Ukraine, December 5, 2022, Jeffrey D. Sachs: https://www.jeffsachs.org/newspaper-articles/zacd4hftrfzht9ty3nghwccykbwzzy?format=amp ▶️  We are available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music & YouTube! 🎙 The Al Hakam Inspire Podcast is hosted by Ataul Fatir Tahir and Dr Hasham Ahmad. Subscribe:  https://linktr.ee/alhakaminspire 📱 Socials: @alhakaminspire Twitter: https://twitter.com/alhakaminspire Instagram: https://instagram.com/alhakaminspire ***Disclaimer: Al Hakam Inspire does not advise the implementation of any specific conclusions and assumes no liability for the application of the information discussed. Al Hakam does not necessarily endorse the content & ideas discussed on the Al Hakam Inspire Podcast.

Our guest is Dr Muddassar Rashid, an Experimental Physicist and Postdoctoral Researcher.  He completed his undergraduate studies in Physics at University College London. He undertook a specialised MSc in Photon Science from the University of Manchester, before completing his PhD in Physics from the University of Southampton. Dr Muddassar continued on as a postdoctoral researcher, working on rotational optomechanics and novel measurement schemes in levitated systems. He then joined King's in 2019 to work in the Photonics & Nanotechnology group, focussing predominantly on levitated electromechanics for studies in nano-thermodynamics. He was the former chairman of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Research Association (AMRA).  We discuss the realm of Quantum Physics and attempt to understand the application of these theories to our everyday life.  #science #physics #knowledge   [00:00] Intro [00:44] What is Quantum Physics? [01:33] Quantum physics in reality & nature [02:28] The Superposition Principle [04:25] Is an 'electron' a 'wave' or a 'particle'? [05:40] The double-slit experiment [06:25] Particles 'behaving' as waves [09:23] Limits of the superposition experiment? [10:46] Newton: Light behaving as a 'particle' [11:38] Quantum Entanglement Phenomenon [13:46] What does John Bell's inequality prove? [15:18] How does Entanglement work? [16:08] Research on the Holy Quran [17:04] Ayat Al-Nur: The Verse of Light [20:40] “Be, and it is”  [21:38] Creating a Universe: The spiritual realm [22:35] Conservation of information through time [28:22] The concept of Entropy: A route for future exploration [29:38] Concluding remarks Links related to the discussion: 7th Holy Quran & Science Conference 2020  https://youtu.be/sbfUFbwynS4?t=8731 Possibility of hearing the voice of Prophet Muhammad (sa) through technology – A clue from the Quran  https://www.alhakam.org/possibility-of-hearing-the-voice-of-prophet-muhammad-through-technology/ ▶️  We are available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music & YouTube! 🎙 The Al Hakam Inspire Podcast is hosted by Ataul Fatir Tahir and Dr Hasham Ahmad. Subscribe:  https://linktr.ee/alhakaminspire 📱 Socials: @alhakaminspire Twitter: https://twitter.com/alhakaminspire Instagram: https://instagram.com/alhakaminspire ***Disclaimer: Al Hakam Inspire does not advise the implementation of any specific conclusions and assumes no liability for the application of the information discussed. Al Hakam does not necessarily endorse the content & ideas discussed on the Al Hakam Inspire Podcast.

Our guest is Dr Jeremy Wildeman, Adjunct Professor & Fellow at Human Rights Research and Education Centre (HRREC), University of Ottawa. We talk about the intricacies and politics of international aid, and why it fails to bring about peace in the current world dynamics. Dr Wildeman unpacks the reality on the ground and the hidden agendas of governments, even when individuals want to do good.  He discusses the Oslo accords, which were agreements between Israel and the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO), in an effort to bring peace to the region. He also tells us why humility and understanding cultures can play a big role in getting aid to work and bring about peace.  #internationalaffairs #worldaid #politics  [00:00] Intro [01:16] International Aid: Good-will vs politics [04:30] Oslo Accords: A History  [13:50] Prof Wildeman's realisation about the Middle East [19:34] Breaking boundaries of understanding [21:46] Hidden agendas of Aid & refugees [25:30] How aid can work - the correct approach [30:10] 'The West isn't the best' ▶️  We are available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music & YouTube! 🎙 The Al Hakam Inspire Podcast is hosted by Ataul Fatir Tahir and Dr Hasham Ahmad. Subscribe:  https://linktr.ee/alhakaminspire 📱 Socials: @alhakaminspire Twitter: https://twitter.com/alhakaminspire Instagram: https://instagram.com/alhakaminspire ***Disclaimer: Al Hakam Inspire does not advise the implementation of any specific conclusions and assumes no liability for the application of the information discussed. Al Hakam does not necessarily endorse the content & ideas discussed on the Al Hakam Inspire Podcast.

Our guest is Professor Ahmet T. Kuru, USA, (PhD, University of Washington), Director of the Center for Islamic and Arabic Studies and Porteous Professor of Political Science at San Diego State University.  Professor Ahmet was a postdoctoral scholar at Columbia University and is the author of 'Secularism and State Policies toward Religion: The United States, France, and Turkey,' which received the book award from the Society for the Scientific Study of Religion. His most recent book, "Islam, Authoritarianism, and Underdevelopment: A Global and Historical Comparison" (Cambridge University Press, 2019) became the co-winner of the American Political Science Association's International History and Politics Section Book Award. Professor Kuru’s works have been translated into Arabic, Bosnian, Chinese, French, Indonesian, Malay, Persian, and Turkish and he has sparked much debate in the Muslim and Western world. We ask Prof. Ahmet about the underlying reasons that he believes are at the root of the decline of science, discovery and development in Muslim states. #Islam #history #podcast  [00:00] Welcome [01:39] Why Ahmet Kuru wrote his book [04:47] The Golden Age of Islam [06:39] The first multi-religious parliament in the world [07:29] Religious homogeneity becomes the norm [08:57] Islam vs Colonialism: What is to be blamed? [14:18] Anti-West ideologies & Islamophobia [15:06] The Ulema State Alliance [20:40] Muslim scholars being persecuted [22:57] 11th Century: The "Critical Juncture" [24:22] Ghazali's views [27:04] Modern Muslim states continue authoritarianism  [31:21] The idea of democracy in the Muslim world [35:09] Sufi orders now support authoritarianism  [38:38] Muslims should learn from the West too [45:52] More about Prof Ahmet Kuru ▶️  We are available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music & YouTube! 🎙 The Al Hakam Inspire Podcast is hosted by Ataul Fatir Tahir and Dr Hasham Ahmad. Subscribe:  https://linktr.ee/alhakaminspire 📱 Socials: @alhakaminspire Twitter: https://twitter.com/alhakaminspire Instagram: https://instagram.com/alhakaminspire ***Disclaimer: Al Hakam Inspire does not advise the implementation of any specific conclusions and assumes no liability for the application of the information discussed. Al Hakam does not necessarily endorse the content & ideas discussed on the Al Hakam Inspire Podcast.

▶️  Find Al Hakam Inspire on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music & YouTube!  Subscribe: https://linktr.ee/alhakaminspire The AHI Podcast explores inspiring research & ideas with guests from various fields of Science, Medicine, History, Politics and Religion. Where applicable, the inspiration & ideas from Islam & Religion are discussed. The aim of the podcast is to provide an enjoyable experience of knowledge acquisition, exploring current research & future ideas, and reflecting on the spiritual & Islamic traditions.  🎙 The Podcast is hosted by Ataul Fatir Tahir and Dr Hasham Ahmad. 📱 Socials: @alhakaminspire Twitter:  https://twitter.com/alhakaminspire Instagram:  https://instagram.com/alhakaminspire

Our guest is Dr Jalil Sharif, Intellectual Disability Psychiatrist at NHS England with an MSc in Genomic Medicine and Chief Resident for Solent NHS Trust. He has a postgraduate qualification in Applied Neuroscience from King's College London. Dr Jalil Sharif is specialising in neurodevelopmental disorders, intellectual disability and autism and ADHD.  #podcast #intelligence #neuroscience   [00:00] Welcome [00:45] Introduction to Scientific Research & Psychiatry  [02:21] What is #IQ & intelligence? [03:00] Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Adults (WAIS) & Children (WISC) [05:05] IQ is fixed from Birth! [05:40] How does development & upbringing affect IQ?   [07:56] Reaching your maximum IQ! [09:11] IQ in Intellectual disability, #ADHD & #Autism [10:42] Can you be successful if you have ADHD or Autism?  [12:57] How does #Neuroplasticity correlate with Intelligence & learning? [14:37] How can we support people with low IQ? [15:53] How can we improve learning & focus better?  [18:00] Why is sleep so important?  [18:35] Memorising the Holy Quran & the impact on learning ability #neuroplasticity #Islam  [22:40] Scientific Research & Inspiration from the Holy #Quran  [24:23] Why should we encourage Scientific Research? #academia  [26:07] Conclusion ▶️  We are available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music & YouTube! 🎙 The Al Hakam Inspire Podcast is hosted by Ataul Fatir Tahir and Dr Hasham Ahmad. Subscribe:  https://linktr.ee/alhakaminspire 📱 Socials: @alhakaminspire Twitter: https://twitter.com/alhakaminspire Instagram: https://instagram.com/alhakaminspire ***Disclaimer: Al Hakam Inspire does not advise the implementation of any specific conclusions and assumes no liability for the application of the information discussed. Al Hakam does not necessarily endorse the content & ideas discussed on the Al Hakam Inspire Podcast.

Our guest is Dr Asif Jamil who is a Researcher in Neuropsychiatry at Harvard Medical School & Department of Psychiatry at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH). He completed his BSc in Neurobiology, MSc in Neuroimaging, and has 2 PhDs, one in systems neuroscience and the second in rehabilitation science. He has also recently completed his postdoctoral training, and his research focuses on development and application of device-based non-invasive neuromodulation to treat human neuropsychiatric disorders. He has recently been appointed September 2021 as a faculty member of Harvard Medical School (Instructor in Psychiatry) and a Principal Investigator at the Department of Psychiatry at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH). We discuss brain states, how they affect our everyday life, mood, sleep and how to focus better.  #podcast #brain #neuroscience  [00:24] Introduction [01:37] What are Brain states & the impact on everyday life [02:55] Tools for studying brain states [03:18] Research findings: Functional brain networks [04:38] What factors influence our brain states? [06:15] How important are different brain states in our everyday life? [07:27] How brain states connect with Neuroplasticity [08:30] How would brain states fluctuate throughout the day [09:08] Circadian rhythm & the biological clock [09:42] The biology of rhythmic cycles  [10:18] How does insomnia & staying awake at night affect brain states [13:11] Limiting night light intensity to get better sleep [14:38] Modern science: how much do we know about Sleep? [16:54] The different stages of Sleep [18:03] Slow wave sleep & slow brain oscillations [18:52] REM sleep: memory, learning & therapy [20:18] How much sleep do we actually need? [21:37] How to improve sleep quality [23:49] 'Rhythmicity' governs our brain states [25:10] 'Neurohacking' & improving everyday life [27:02] 90-minute intervals to increase productivity [27:37] How Power Naps can be used to improve focus  [30:22] Principles & habits in Islam that help our brain states [31:52] The Neurobiology of Mood & Emotions [33:58] Emotional states linked to brain networks & treating depression [36:37] What tips can help regulate mood to prevent depression & anxiety? [38:54] More people are developing an internal locus of control [41:58] The concept of “belief effects”  [43:22] Can you activate brain states by performing certain actions? [47:13] What impact does Islam & the Holy Quran have on a Muslim Scientist? [50:10] Revelation, Rationality, Knowledge & Truth by by Mirza Tahir Ahmad ra [51:12] What inspired Dr Jalil to research into electricity & the brain? [52:01] How Science has impacted Dr Jalil's belief in God! ▶️  Find Al Hakam Inspire on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music & YouTube!  Subscribe: https://linktr.ee/alhakaminspire 🎙 The Al Hakam Inspire Podcast is hosted by Ataul Fatir Tahir and Dr Hasham Ahmad. ***Disclaimer: Al Hakam does not necessarily endorse the content, views or ideas discussed on the AHI podcast. 📱 Socials: @alhakaminspire Twitter: https://twitter.com/alhakaminspire Instagram: https://instagram.com/alhakaminspire

Our guest is Rizwan Safir, an archaeologist and curator. Rizwan specialised in Middle Eastern archaeology and has worked for over a decade across the region, participating in excavation and heritage projects in Egypt, Sudan, Jordan, Palestine, Saudi Arabia, Oman, the UAE and Qatar.   He has worked for the British Museum, Humboldt University Berlin and Copenhagen University on leading research projects and is currently working as the Head of Research for Barker Langham, a cultural heritage consultancy focused on the development of museums and exhibitions around the world. Rizwan also serves as the Chairman of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Research Association UK (AMRA UK) and is the Editor for the Archaeology Section of the Review of Religions. We discuss the great archaeological history in Africa and the civilisations that thrived in the past and remain greatly unknown.  #research #archeology #Africa  [00:00] Intro [01:20] Childhood in Saudi Arabia & Archaeology [04:09] Uncovering history for the first time  [07:27] European bias with African history  [09:45] 'Archaeology cuts through historical bias' [10:42] How slavery & colonialism were justified [13:49] German Philosopher, George Hagel justified slavery! [14:47] Richard Francis Burton's horrific rhetoric  [15:37] Archaeology is removing bias  [16:41] 3 Great Civilisations in Africa [18:15] The Kingdom of Aksum [19:39] Christian African King gave refuge to Muslims [21:31] Mansa Musa - The Richest Man in History  [23:45] The great pilgrimage of Mansa Musa to Mecca [25:26] Importance of African history [26:22] Why Mansa Musa converted to Islam [29:54] The Kingdom of Kush [32:29] Egypt vs. Kush - The Black Pharaohs  [33:57] The diverse tapestry of Kush [34:59] Ibn Battuta - A giant in world history [37:12] Why civilisations decline & end [42:07] The Quran & inspiration for archaeology [43:40] The City of Iram of the Pillars  [44:53] Untapped potential stories & archaeological  ▶️  Find Al Hakam Inspire on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music & YouTube!  Subscribe: https://linktr.ee/alhakaminspire 🎙 The Al Hakam Inspire Podcast is hosted by Ataul Fatir Tahir and Dr Hasham Ahmad. ***Disclaimer: Al Hakam does not necessarily endorse the content, views or ideas discussed on the AHI podcast. 📱 Socials: @alhakaminspire Twitter: https://twitter.com/alhakaminspire Instagram: https://instagram.com/alhakaminspire

Our guest is Dr Adeel Bajwa, a consultant colorectal and general surgeon, cancer lead, working in the NHS. Dr Adeel Bajwa has also co-hosted the ‘Science Hour’ on the Voice of Islam Radio and has been studying the link between religion and science since his endeavours in his medical field.  We discuss how science and religion are not at odds through the lens of evolution from an Islamic perspective. Science Hour  @Voice of Islam Radio   https://voiceofislam.co.uk/science-hour/ #science #religion #God  00:00 - Introduction 00:48 - Clash between religion & science  03:28 - Evolution & atheistic dogma 06:29 - How does Evolution theory link with religion?  09:22 - Hazrat Mirza Tahir Ahmad & Revelation and Rationality 10:08 - Atheists, Neo-Darwinian theory & challenges 13:21 - Evolution of the Eye & Darwinian Evolution 16:29 - Islam & Evolution 18:50 - What is 'randomness'?  20:23 - Patterns in nature & intelligent design  22:56 - Science & religion go hand-in-hand 24:03 - The Holy Quran & Science  26:33 - Dr Adeel's journey in religion  30:04 - Finding God takes effort! 34:26 - Atheistic arguments are not be feared ▶️  Find Al Hakam Inspire on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music & YouTube!  Subscribe: https://linktr.ee/alhakaminspire 🎙 The Al Hakam Inspire Podcast is hosted by Ataul Fatir Tahir and Dr Hasham Ahmad. ***Disclaimer: Al Hakam does not necessarily endorse the content, views or ideas discussed on the AHI podcast. 📱 Socials: @alhakaminspire Twitter: https://twitter.com/alhakaminspire Instagram: https://instagram.com/alhakaminspire

Our guest is Peter Oborne, an award-winning British journalist, author & broadcaster. Peter was the Chief Political Correspondent of The Daily Telegraph (until he resigned in 2015) and has written for countless newspapers and magazines including The Spectator and The Guardian. He has also appeared on and presented TV shows and documentaries. We discuss Peter's recent book, “The Fate of Abraham: Why the West is Wrong about Islam”, and uncover why & how Muslims have been perniciously targeted by the West, despite Islam being part of the Abrahamic tradition.  Order the book: https://www.simonandschuster.co.uk/books/The-Fate-of-Abraham/Peter-Oborne/9781398501027 #Islam #history  #politics   00:00 - Introduction  01:11 - A false narrative about Islam 07:12 - Culture in Western journalism & reporting of foreign affairs 10:44 - Creating a 'good vs bad' narrative 12:59 - 'Judeo-Christian tradition' weaponised against Muslims 16:38 - God of Abraham is worshipped by Jews, Christians & Muslims 19:54 - 'The Clash of Civilisations' - Samuel Huntington 22:37 - The British Empire & freedom of religion 25:50 - Colonial France & oppression of Muslims 28:00 - Laicite (French Secularism) vs British values 32:46 - American history with Muslims (Barbay wars, The Moros) 36:23 - "Manifest Destiny" & the aim to take over 38:23 - Terminology in the media  46:11 - Stirring bigotry sells newspapers 48:15 - Muslims are truly British! 49:41 - Concluding remarks ▶️  Find Al Hakam Inspire on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music & YouTube! Subscribe: https://linktr.ee/alhakaminspire 🎙 The Al Hakam Inspire Podcast is hosted by Ataul Fatir Tahir and Dr Hasham Ahmad. ***Disclaimer: Al Hakam does not necessarily agree with or endorse the content, views or ideas discussed on the podcast. 📱 Socials: @alhakaminspire Twitter: https://twitter.com/alhakaminspire Instagram: https://instagram.com/alhakaminspire

Our guest is Dr Athar N Malik MD/PhD, Neurosurgery Chief Resident at Massachusetts General Hospital & Harvard Neuroscience Researcher in Neurobiology. He has a special interest in Brain Circuits, Functional & Restorative Neurosurgery. He is also a member of Muslim Scientists, USA.  We speak about how Our Brain Functions, Neuroplasticity and Neural circuits. We discuss how Islam & religion may help humans to reach their potential, and the future of research between Science & Our Spirituality.  #neuroplasticity #brain #Podcast 00:00 - Introduction  01:11 - Brain circuits & how they work  02:50 - Hubel & Wiesel: Experiences shape our brain 06:04 - What is Neuroplasticity? 07:17 - Creating the best environment for our brain 09:11 - The Quran speaks of Neuroplasticity 09:49 - New habits & examples of real-life Neuroplasticity  11:41 - Islam & modulating our environment  12:42 - How to maintain & improve Neuroplasticity 14:55 - Optimal blueprint to train Our Brain: Islam 16:39 - Time management: Advice by Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad (aa) 17:18 - Salat & its neurobiological benefits 24:14 - Dr Athar's inspiration from the Quran 25:44 - Dr Abdus Salam & Quranic commandment to reflect  27:00 - Importance of research to benefit mankind 27:18 - Science, the Quran & Hazrat Mirza Ghulam Ahmad (as) 28:05 - Hubel & Wiesel: Loss of vision & Quranic parallels 30:29 - The Quran for human advancement  34:42 - The Soul, Spiritual experiences & Our body 40:23 - Life flashes before Death - News report 43:44 - The benefit of pursuing research! ▶️  We are available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music & YouTube! 🎙 The Al Hakam Inspire Podcast is hosted by Ataul Fatir Tahir and Dr Hasham Ahmad. Subscribe:  https://www.youtube.com/alhakaminspire 📱 Socials: @alhakaminspire Twitter: https://twitter.com/alhakaminspire Instagram: https://instagram.com/alhakaminspire ***Disclaimer: Al Hakam Inspire does not advise the implementation of any specific conclusions and assumes no liability for the application of the information discussed. Al Hakam does not necessarily endorse the content & ideas discussed on the Al Hakam Inspire Podcast.

Our guest is Mujeeb Ijaz, Founder & CEO of Our Next Energy (ONE), an advanced technology battery company with headquarters in Michigan, USA. Mujeeb Ijaz is a battery systems engineer with over 30 years of experience in the development of electric vehicles (EVs) and battery systems technologies. His career work has focused on furthering the adoption of EVs through advancements in battery safety, range, and cost.   In January 2022, ONE was in the headlines after increasing and nearly doubling the range of a Tesla Model S with a ONE Gemini 001 battery pack, driving 752 miles. Watch the full video: Our Next Energy (ONE) Powers Tesla EV 752 Miles on a single charge  https://youtu.be/fWj2YCdoc9A #ElectricVehicles #SustainableEnergy #Tesla 00:00 - How Mujeeb Ijaz got into Electric Vehicles (EVs) 03:50 - ONE's remarkable achievement with extending range 07:25 - How will ONE's batteries be sustainable  10:41 - Giving access to everyone to produce energy 11:06 - Fighting for raw materials in producing batteries 12:03 - Removing the problem of Oil  13:13 - Reducing EV charging times 17:55 - Match the weight & double the energy density of batteries 19:34 - Costs & differences of EVs 21:11 - Electric car costs & future affordability  22:33 - Long range EVs will have better resale value 23:19 - Will people turn to electric vehicles? 25:53 - Hybrid Vehicles 27:07 - Why electricity will take over - the future 29:20 - Oil vs. Electricity: A thought experiment by Mujeeb's father 30:35 - The meaning of 'OUR' in Our Next Energy 31:22 - When oil became valuable & how electricity will too  32:01 - The developing world will leapfrog ahead  33:50 - Bill Gates: Access to energy and GDP correlate 34:53 - Electricity, clean water & raising living standards  36:08 - What inspires Mujeeb Ijaz  38:34 - Guidance of Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad (aa) in helping developing countries 40:29 - A blessing for ONE & advice for aspiring innovators 46:31 - Concluding remarks ▶️  We are available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music & YouTube! 🎙 The Al Hakam Inspire Podcast is hosted by Ataul Fatir Tahir and Dr Hasham Ahmad. Subscribe:  https://linktr.ee/alhakaminspire 📱 Socials: @alhakaminspire Twitter: https://twitter.com/alhakaminspire Instagram: https://instagram.com/alhakaminspire ***Disclaimer: Al Hakam Inspire does not advise the implementation of any specific conclusions and assumes no liability for the application of the information discussed. Al Hakam does not necessarily endorse the content & ideas discussed on the Al Hakam Inspire Podcast.

Our guest is Dr Ahsan M. Khan, Consultant Ophthalmologist, specialising in Cataract & Glaucoma Surgery & the Director of the Gift of Sight Program for Humanity First USA. We learn about how the eyes function, how to improve our vision, modern-day problems affecting our eyes and the mechanisms of glasses & contact lenses.  Dr Ahsan speaks of the immensely rewarding Gift of Sight project which he has had the opportunity to serve in and reflects on the great rewards that restoring eyesight provides for those living in developing countries. We also discuss about how the Eyes are mentioned in the Holy Quran, and the rich Islamic history in the field of Optics. Dr Ahsan Khan has been in practice for 16 years and has written various publications in the field of Ophthalmology including a book chapter on glaucoma laser treatments. He also serves as the Director of the Gift of Sight program for Humanity First USA which takes teams of doctors to underserved parts of the world to conduct eye medical camps. Most recently he has been assigned as a faculty consultant to the Masroor Eye Institute in Burkina Faso, West Africa. #Vision #Eye #Ophthalmology 00:00 - Introduction 01:43 - How the eye works 02:58 - Light, Circadian Rhythms & Dark Adaptation (night vision) 07:14 - What can impact eyesight? 08:14 - Increase of glasses & myopia in children 10:08 - Spending time outdoors for improving eyesight 11:20 - Indoor vs. outdoor light intensity  12:10 - Blue-blocking glasses & battling eye-fatigue 13:34 - Why blinking is important 14:24 - Resting our eyes  16:46 - Why looking at the Sun damages the eyes? 18:16 - Why are more people wearing glasses? 20:10 - How glasses work? 20:31 - Preventing the need for glasses 21:59 - Are contact lenses or glasses better? 23:08 - Revolution of contact lenses & safety  27:40 - The Gift of Sight in Humanity First  35:10 - The Quran, existence of God & the eyes/vision 40:44 - A touching verse of the Quran  41:16 - Rich Islamic history of Ophthalmology  44:57 - Closing comments  ▶️  We are available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts & Amazon Music, YouTube! Subscribe:  https://linktr.ee/alhakaminspire 📱 Socials: @alhakaminspire Twitter: https://twitter.com/alhakaminspire Instagram: https://instagram.com/alhakaminspire ***Disclaimer: Al Hakam Inspire does not advise the implementation of any specific conclusions and assumes no liability for the application of the information discussed. Al Hakam does not necessarily endorse the content & ideas discussed on the Al Hakam Inspire Podcast. 🎤  The Al Hakam Inspire Podcast is hosted by Ataul Fatir Tahir and Dr Hasham Ahmad.

Our guest is Dr Musa Sami, Clinical Associate Professor of Psychiatry and Consultant Psychiatrist (specialising in addiction & substance abuse issues) at the University of Nottingham, UK. We discuss the fundamentals of how addictions develop, the biological effects & methods to counteract addiction.   As an Ahmadi Muslim, Dr Musa Sami also comments on Islamic studies to reflect on how Islamic principles can guide & alleviate addiction. We further discuss avenues for future research and ideas for exploration.   #Addiction #SubstanceAbuse #Islam 00:00 - How Dr Musa Sami began researching Addiction 04:12 - How is Addiction defined 05:51 - Behavioural addiction 06:44 - A mental disorder 07:10 - The presence of harm   08:20 - Dopamine & Brain activity   15:05 - Edwards and Gross dependence criteria   18:29 - Brain & body changes   20:19 - Why do withdrawal symptoms occur? 21:21 - How to overcome addictions 24:54 - Islam, morality & addiction   28:28 - Quran & abstinence from alcohol   31:45 - How gambling & alcohol are mentioned in the Quran 32:22 - Research from the Quran 32:54 - Ramadan & overcoming addictions   35:07 - Reasons for relapse - Abstinence Violation Effect 37:24 - Alcoholic Synonymous   39:50 - Biological effects of prayer 42:24 - Concluding remarks 📱 Socials: @alhakaminspire Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIcFxYrVSXRefA5EvRI3tfw Twitter: https://twitter.com/alhakaminspire Instagram: https://instagram.com/alhakaminspire Subscribe to Al Hakam Inspire Podcast:  https://linktr.ee/alhakaminspire ▶️  Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts & Amazon Music, YouTube!    ***Disclaimer: Al Hakam Inspire does not advise the implementation of any specific conclusions and assumes no liability for the application of the information discussed. Al Hakam does not necessarily endorse the content & ideas discussed on the Al Hakam Inspire Podcast.   🎤  The Al Hakam Inspire Podcast is hosted by Ataul Fatir Tahir and Dr Hasham Ahmad.

Al Hakam Inspire explores research and ideas across science, medicine, history, politics and religion.  #podcast #research #knowledge  ▶️  We are available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music & YouTube! 🎙 The Al Hakam Inspire Podcast is hosted by Ataul Fatir Tahir and Dr Hasham Ahmad. Subscribe:  https://linktr.ee/alhakaminspire 📱 Socials: @alhakaminspire Twitter: https://twitter.com/alhakaminspire Instagram: https://instagram.com/alhakaminspire ***Disclaimer: Al Hakam Inspire does not advise the implementation of any specific conclusions and assumes no liability for the application of the information discussed. Al Hakam does not necessarily endorse the content & ideas discussed on the Al Hakam Inspire Podcast.