Exploring Islam and Conversion in America: A Conversation with Patrick, Independent Scholar
Exploring Islam and Conversion in America: A Conversation with Patrick, Independent Scholar In this compelling conversation, we sit down with Patrick, a passionate independent scholar whose research focuses on the
Sufism, Salafi Critique, and the State of the Ummah: A Deep Dive with Shaykh Ninowy
Sufism, Salafi Critique, and the State of the Ummah: A Deep Dive with Shaykh Ninowy In a time of growing confusion and fragmentation within the global Muslim community, Episode 26
The Empire in Decline: Col. Larry Wilkerson on Western Aggression from Ukraine to Yemen
Introduction In this compelling episode of kianistan, I sit down with Colonel Larry Wilkerson, former Chief of Staff to Secretary of State Colin Powell and a longtime critic of U.S.
Can We Live Forever? Exploring the Science of Longevity with Dr. Aubrey de Grey
Introduction In this episode of kianistan, I had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Aubrey de Grey, a pioneering biomedical gerontologist and co-founder of the SENS Research Foundation. Dr. de
Sufism, Business, and the Human Journey – with Shaikh Ebrahim
Introduction In this profound and wide-ranging episode of Kistan, I sit down with Shaikh Ebrahim, a spiritual guide, business consultant, and global traveler whose insights weave Sufism with real-world challenges.
Syria’s Collapse, Regional Realignments & Global Stakes – A Conversation with Eric Margolis
In Episode 22 of Kianistan, veteran journalist and geopolitical analyst Eric Margolis returns for a wide-ranging and hard-hitting discussion on the collapse of Syria’s government, the regional aftermath, and what
Bridging Faiths: John Esposito on Understanding Islam and Building Respectful Dialogue
In Episode 21 of Kianistan, we sit down with the brilliant and respected Professor John Esposito, founder of Georgetown University’s Center for Muslim-Christian Understanding, to explore the intersection of Islam,
Syria’s Future in a Fragmented World – A Deep Dive with Professor Mark Juergensmeyer
In this pivotal episode of Kianistan, I had the honor of speaking with Professor Mark Juergensmeyer—one of the world’s foremost scholars on religion and politics. With decades of experience researching
Syria’s Fall and the Global Silence: A Sobering Conversation with Tim Anderson
In this powerful and urgent episode of Kianistan, I had the privilege of speaking once again with Tim Anderson—an academic and journalist renowned for his fearless critique of Western foreign
Syria Under Siege: How Geopolitical Alliances Are Redrawing the Map – A Conversation with Professor Behlül Özkan
In Episode 18 of our podcast, we sit down with Professor Behlül Özkan, a renowned expert on Middle East geopolitics based in Istanbul, to unpack the rapidly evolving crisis in