Asad discusses the recent act of protest by Aaron Bushnell. Later filmmaker Geoffery Hug and documentary subject Jahed Miah discuss “Hudson, America” (2022), and Dr. Maha Hilal discusses The Muslim Counterpublics Lab.Learn more about “Hudson, America” here: https://hudsonamerica.org/Learn more about Muslim Counterpublics Lab here: https://www.muslimcounterpublicslab.org/Produced by Rifelion Media.Hosted by Asad Butt.Edited by Ari MathaeMusic by Simon HutchinsonFor advertising opportunities please email PodcastPartnerships@Studio71us.com.   We wanna make the podcast even better; help us learn how we can: https://bit.ly/2EcYbu4  Privacy Policy: https://www.studio71.com/terms-and-conditions-use/#Privacy%20Policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Asad announces the premiere of Rifelion’s upcoming movie Ramadan America at the film festival South by Southwest on March 9th, 2024. Later, Asad interviews two filmmakers from the Islamic Scholarship Fund’s cohort attending the Sundance Film Festival.Learn more about Samia Khan’s work here: https://railbedproductions.com/aboutConnect with Akram Shibly on X here: https://twitter.com/akramshibly?lang=enProduced by Rifelion Media.Hosted by Asad Butt.Edited by Ari MathaeMusic by Simon HutchinsonFor advertising opportunities please email PodcastPartnerships@Studio71us.com.   We wanna make the podcast even better; help us learn how we can: https://bit.ly/2EcYbu4  Privacy Policy: https://www.studio71.com/terms-and-conditions-use/#Privacy%20Policy  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Israel launches attacks on Rafah, the last “safe zone” in Gaza. The stabbing of a Palestinian-American in Austin meets the definition of a hate crime according to the police. The Wall Street Journal and The New York Times post some questionable (Islamophobic) opinion pieces. And Selma Blair posts Islamophobic and xenophobic comments on Instagram. Sam Gill, President and CEO of the Doris Duke Foundation, writes an opinion piece on Hollywood’s Responsibility in Combating Islamophobia and Anti-Semitism. Guest Neebz (WatchWithNeebz) discusses the removal of his TikTok account and his hope in the future with Gen Z.For more information on the topics discussed in this episode, you can visit the following articles and websites: Body of 6-year-old killed in ‘deliberate’ Israeli fire found after 12 days | Al Jazeera | https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/2/10/body-of-6-year-old-killed-in-deliberate-israeli-fire-found-after-12-days  Austin stabbing of Palestinian-American meets hate crime standard, police say - | The Washington Post | https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2024/02/08/austin-stabbing-hate-crime-palestine/  Israel Strikes Rafah, and a Super Bowl Surprise | NYT | https://www.nytimes.com/2024/02/12/podcasts/israel-rafah-super-bowl.html  Israel kills dozens in Rafah strikes, frees two captives | Al Jazeera | https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/2/12/israel-strikes-rafah-says-two-captives-freed  Understanding the Middle East Through the Animal Kingdom | NYT | https://www.nytimes.com/live/2024/01/30/opinion/thepoint#friedman-middle-east-animals  Welcome to Dearborn, America’s Jihad Capital | WSJ | https://www.wsj.com/articles/welcome-to-dearborn-americas-jihad-capital-pro-hamas-mich

Qasim Rashid discusses his congressional campaign, representation to reflect reality, and his fundraising without corporate donations. Dr. Uzma Jafri and co-founder Zaiba Hasan talk about their organization, the HAWA Collective, and their mission to help prevent podfade in women independent podcasters. Finally, contributor Maryam delivers her analysis on the lack of Muslim representation at the Emmys, especially from Muslim women.For more information on the topics discussed in this episode, you can visit the following articles and websites: Introducing the 1st ever Emaan Entrepreneur Expo Event | Mommying While Muslim and the HAWA Collective | https://www.instagram.com/mommyingwhilemuslimpodcast/p/C2SheX9sqnt/  Muslim Actors at the Emmys: Where is Our Recognition? | Fann | https://www.createfann.com/24-muslim-actors-at-the-emmys-where-is-our-recognition/  Learn more about Qasim Rashid and his platform: https://qasimrashid.com/issues/ Learn more about the HAWA Collective: https://www.hawacollective.org/Follow Zaiba and Uzma’s podcast Mommying While Muslim: @mommyingwhilemuslimpodcastProduced by Rifelion Media.Hosted by Asad Butt.Edited by Ari MathaeMusic by Simon HutchinsonFor advertising opportunities please email PodcastPartnerships@Studio71us.com.   We wanna make the podcast even better; help us learn how we can: https://bit.ly/2EcYbu4  Privacy Policy: https://www.studio71.com/terms-and-conditions-use/#Privacy%20Policy  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The news today: International Court of Justice orders Israel to prevent genocide, Michigan Muslims cancel on Biden, while Canadian Muslims and Arabs push back on PM Trudeau and the Canadian government’s response to the ICJ ruling. Muslim foster homes are needed in Michigan while a Canadian woman’s court case challenges the country’s ban on adoptions from certain Muslim countries. The Marvels comes to Disney+, a new exhibit shows at the Shangri La Museum of Islamic Art, and Spaghettifish Productions puts on a charity comedy show for Palestinean aid. Guest author M.O. Yuksel discusses the importance of representation in children’s books and how she wrote five books about Muslims around the world and their various holiday celebrations. For more information on the topics discussed in this episode, you can visit the following articles and websites: ICJ orders Israel to prevent acts of genocide in Gaza | Al Jazeera | https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/1/26/icj-fails-to-order-ceasefire-but-says-israel-must-prevent-genocide-in-gaza  Muslim advocates condemn Canada's ICJ stance | CTV News | https://www.ctvnews.ca/video/c2856284-muslim-advocates-condemn-canada-s-icj-stance  Michigan Muslim, Arab leaders rebuff Biden campaign | ABC News | https://abcnews.go.com/Politics/michigan-muslim-arab-leaders-cancel-meeting-biden-campaign/story?id=106720208  Arab leaders in Michigan decline meeting with Biden campaign team amid Israel-Hamas War backlash | CBS Detroit | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ONGQmVRfCgo  Muslim foster children in Michigan need homes, mentors | WDET | https://wdet.org/2024/01/26/muslim-foster-children-in-michigan-need-homes-mentors/  Canada's ban on adoptions from some Muslim countries faces court challenge | CBC News | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a3tlblu7KJ4  New Exhibition at Shangri La Museum Ble

The news today: Jews, Muslims and Arabs face threats of violence over social media, pro-Palestinian protesters attacked, Palestinian-American shooting survivors speak up, ex-Obama official gets out of hate crime charges, Florida Marriott cancels Muslim conference, UChicago faculty members form chapter of Faculty for Justice in Palestine, Film Workers for Palestine protest at Sundance, Doris Duke Foundation awards $6 million in grants to Muslim Creators, ISF Opens Scholarships for Muslim American Students in Media and Politics, and we hear all about Muslim House 2024. Guest Eman Abdelhadi discusses life on campus for Palestinian Americans today.For more information on the topics discussed in this episode, you can visit the following articles and websites: Threats against Jews, Muslims and Arabs continue on social media: DHS bulletin | ABC News | https://abcnews.go.com/Politics/threats-jews-muslims-arabs-continue-social-media-dhs/story?id=106291629  Pro-Palestinian protesters say they were attacked with stink bomb at Columbia University | The Hill| https://thehill.com/homenews/education/4422747-pro-palestinian-protestors-say-they-were-attacked-with-stink-bomb-at-columbia-university/  Palestinian-American survivors speaks out on Vermont shooting | NBC News | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lhq4GBNwx4w Ex-Obama official reaches deal to avoid prosecution for racist abuse of NYC food truck vendor | The Independent | https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/hate-crime-food-truck-obama-official-b2481185.html  Coral Springs Marriott cancels Muslim conference, organizers call move "racist" | CBS Miami | https://www.cbsnews.com/miami/news/coral-springs-marriott-cancels-muslim-conference-organizers-call-move-racist/  UChicago faculty members form chapter of Faculty for Justice in Palestine | FJP |

Siblings Asad and Nadia Butt delve into a range of topics from global protests in support of Palestine and Cornel West's Martin Luther King Jr. Day solidarity speech, Trump’s big election polling updates, bias faced by presidential hopeful Vivek Ramaswamy, and controversial actions by a Texas GOP activist. They also discuss CAIR’s efforts in a police officer's victory in a discrimination lawsuit and they introduce listeners listeners to Qariyb, a Muslim community events calendar. Finally, they share a clip from the Halal Gap podcast covering the Mosquers Opening Credits event.For more information on the topics discussed in this episode, you can visit the following articles and websites: March for Gaza: At D.C. rally, thousands demand war cease-fire | The Washington Post | https://www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2024/01/13/march-for-gaza-dc-rally-israel-hamas-war/ | Global News | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oxf-7wIzSCo |  Professor Cornel West delivers passionate plea for Palestinian rights in Washington DC rally | Middle East Eye | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EzQIy0d52rA The sermon where MLK spoke candidly on the Arab-Israeli conflict | Washington Post | https://www.washingtonpost.com/history/2024/01/15/martin-luther-king-israel-palestinians/ Cornel West courts Muslim and Arab-American voters in quest for presidency | ABC News | https://abcnews.go.com/Politics/cornel-west-courts-muslim-arab-american-voters-quest/story?id=106109608 Voter tells Vivek Ramaswamy’s wife that Iowans don’t support him because ‘they think he’s Muslim’ | The Independent | https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/us-politics/vivek-ramaswamy-iowa-muslim-wife-b2478270.html Texas GOP activist blasts Dade Phelan for being “pro-Muslim” | The Texas Tribune |

In this new season kick-off of the American Muslim Project, host Asad Butt and his guest/sister Nadia Butt discuss important issues facing the American Muslim community today. Asad and Nadia dig deep into critical topics such as the impact of the war on Gaza on American Muslims, political inclinations in the upcoming elections and the potential effects on the Biden campaign, and workplace challenges as Muslims. They share their thoughts on Open AI CEO Sam Altman's comments about Islamophobia and antisemitism in the workplace as well as a teacher said to have threatened students using Islamaphobic rhetoric as well as the recent killing of Imam Hassan Sharif. They also discuss Ramy Youssef's call for a ceasefire to the war on Gaza at the Golden Globes. The episode ends with a look toward the future election season, anticipation of the awards season, and the hopes for more people advocating for a ceasefire.For more information on the news discussed in this episode, you can visit the following articles: Across U.S., these young Muslims are leading pro-Palestinian protests - The Washington Post - https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2023/12/25/palestinian-protests-muslim-american-activists/ President Biden speech interrupted by protestors shouting 'Free Palestine' - YouTube News 19 WLTX - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZabxzTP9oO0&list=RDNSZabxzTP9oO0&start_radio=1 Arab, Muslim Americans could abandon Biden, Democrats, warn advocates | The Hill - https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4356645-arab-muslim-americans-could-abandon-biden-democrats-warn-advocates/ OpenAI boss Sam Altman says Muslims in tech world fear retaliation in speaking up | Reuters - https://www.reuters.com/technology/openai-boss-sam-altman-says-muslims-tech-world-fear-retaliation-speaking-up-2024-01-05/ Murder of NJ imam puts Muslim community on edge | Video | NJ Spotlight News -

Asad introduces a new website, Fann, a hub for celebrating Muslim creativity across various fields such as TV, film, books, music, and more. He also introduces a new podcast series in collaboration with the website called FannBoy Friday. Today's episode brings an interview from FannBoy Friday in which Johana Bhuiyan, a senior tech reporter and editor at The Guardian, discusses her coverage of surveillance practices targeting marginalized groups, with a focus on immigration surveillance. She delves into her investigation of a former cattle monitoring company working with ICE to surveil migrants using ankle monitors, facial recognition apps, and smartwatches. Bhuiyan highlights the lack of transparency in the use of such technology, emphasizing the storing of collected data for up to 75 years. The discussion expands to broader issues of privacy, law enforcement requests, and the opaque practices of data brokers, revealing the real harms in the ad tech surveillance model.Produced by Rifelion Media.Hosted by Asad Butt and Shahjehan Khan.You can find Johana Bhuiyan on X @JMBooyahRead more about this interview at https://www.createfann.com/the-pervasive-technology-of-surveillance-with-johana-bhuiyan-fannboy-friday/ Edited by Ari MathaeMusic by Simon HutchinsonFor advertising opportunities please email PodcastPartnerships@Studio71us.com.   We wanna make the podcast even better; help us learn how we can: https://bit.ly/2EcYbu4  Privacy Policy: https://www.studio71.com/terms-and-conditions-use/#Privacy%20Policy  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Asad explores the journies of three Muslim screenplay writers Sarwat Siddiqui, Faroukh Virani, and Halimah Iman as they shed light on creating authentic Muslim narratives, their processes, experiences, and the importance of Muslim representation in media. Highlighting the interplay between personal experiences and their writing, they share insights into crafting diverse, representative narratives. 00:07 Introduction and Asad's First Thanksgiving as a Dad 00:26 Reflections on Media Representation and Personal Goals 01:04 Introduction to Ramadan America 02:47 Introduction to the Panelists 06:45 The Writing Process and Inspiration 19:37 The Workshop Process 25:10 Personal Writing Processes 27:55 Influence of Personal Experiences on Writing 29:15 Interactive Q&A Session 29:33 Balancing Artistic Pursuits with Other Professions 30:19 Incorporating Real-Life Experiences into Scripts 34:23 Advice for Aspiring Writers 41:24 Writing Emotional Storylines and Themes Produced by Rifelion Media.Hosted by Asad ButtEdited by Ari MathaeMusic by Simon HutchinsonFor advertising opportunities please email PodcastPartnerships@Studio71us.com.   We wanna make the podcast even better; help us learn how we can: https://bit.ly/2EcYbu4  Privacy Policy: https://www.studio71.com/terms-and-conditions-use/#Privacy%20Policy  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rami Abushhab discusses his winning script, "Shawarma Inn," which revolves around a family restaurant losing its halal license. The idea sparked when Rami witnessed a humorous incident at a shawarma restaurant. Rami shares his journey from starting in theater to transitioning into stand-up comedy, emphasizing his love for storytelling in the latter. The conversation delves into Rami's experiences in acting, including his roles in independent films and a movie that made it to Sundance. Rami also reflects on the challenges and pride associated with being Palestinian in the entertainment industry. Later in the episode, Rami touches on the current situation in Palestine, expressing his heartbreak and his desire to use his art to change perspectives. The episode concludes with Rami reading a heartfelt letter to his future children, addressing the challenges they might face as Palestinians and expressing his hope for a brighter future. 00:07 Introduction and Guest Presentation: "​Hello everyone and welcome back to American Muslim Project...." 01:17 Rami's Journey into Comedy and Acting: "Rami, welcome to American Muslim Project...." 01:52 Rami's Inspiration and Creative Process: "Um, so Chiwetama Inn, the idea came funny or not...." 04:47 Rami's Stand-up Comedy and Crowd Control: "Can you talk to me about how you got the stand up bug?..." 09:22 Rami's Personal Background and Family Influence: "What kind of stuff have you been in and what are you hoping to do?..." 11:04 Rami's Perspective on Current World Events: "I wonder how that has affected you as you try to make your career in entertainment..." 19:04 Rami's Letter to His Future Children: "Yeah. I will..." Find Rami Abushhab on Instagram @ramiabushhabFind Rami Abushhab's videos on YouTube @RamiAbushhabProduced by Rifelion Media.Hosted by Asad ButtEdited by Ari MathaeMusic by Simon HutchinsonFor advertising opportunities please email 

In this special episode we share a story from Invisible Hate. Hosts Asad Butt and Saadia Khan explore one of the most egregious acts of Islamophobia and murder to occur in North America in recent years and shed light on the tragic impact of the rise in hate crimes on minority communities and the underreporting and underprosecution of these crimes.In June 2021, three generations of the Afzaal family went on a stroll after dinner only to be senselessly murdered by a 21-year-old driver in a pickup truck. We investigate the story and how this senseless act of violence happened.SOURCESNPR, CBC, CTV, BBC, MacLean's, Al JazeeraInterview with Sheriff Billy Rowles: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PsjRAsh7bbY&t=…BBC news report: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HmetUwqtD8g&t=…CNN interview with Whitney Dow (director of “Two Towns of Jasper”: https://youtu.be/5YVAj2Hk6FUInvisible Hate is hosted by Saadia Khan and Asad Butt.Produced by Immigrantly & Rifelion Media.Contact us: info@invisiblehatepodcast.comFor advertising opportunities, please email PodcastPartnerships@Studio71us.comDon’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: https://bit.ly/InvisibleHatePodIf you like the show, telling a friend about it would be amazing! You can text, email, Tweet, or send this link to a friend: https://bit.ly/InvisibleHatePod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rohi Mirza Pandya, an experienced professional with an impressive career in film and media. Rohi discusses her work with Box Office Guru Media, where she has helped over 500 movie and film campaigns, primarily focusing on South Asian films and their promotion in North America. She highlights the importance of representation in the film industry and how she assists in shaping campaigns, including working on both big and smaller films. Rohi also shares insights into her own creative projects and her commitment to supporting and promoting Muslim American stories.Find Rohi Mirza Pandya on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rohi-mirza-pandya-62171820/Produced by Rifelion Media.Hosted by Asad ButtEdited by Ari MathaeMusic by Simon HutchinsonFor advertising opportunities please email PodcastPartnerships@Studio71us.com.   We wanna make the podcast even better; help us learn how we can: https://bit.ly/2EcYbu4  Privacy Policy: https://www.studio71.com/terms-and-conditions-use/#Privacy%20Policy  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Saad Munir, a real estate expert, discusses the challenges and advice for those looking to buy a house in the current market. He emphasizes the importance of staying active and using real estate apps regularly due to low inventory. Saad also advises potential buyers to keep a long-term perspective despite rising interest rates and mentions the significance of building a team of professionals for support. He shares insights into his journey from a career in tech sales to becoming a realtor and offers advice for Gen Z and Millennials entering the real estate market. The episode ends with Saad discussing his new podcast called "Storii Time," which provides real estate tips and advice from various experts.Find Saad Munir on Instagram @saadmun1rCheck out Saad Munir's podcast Storii Time at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/storii-time-stories-from-real-estate-experts/id1678139641 Produced by Rifelion Media.Hosted by Asad ButtEdited by Ari MathaeMusic by Simon HutchinsonFor advertising opportunities please email PodcastPartnerships@Studio71us.com.   We wanna make the podcast even better; help us learn how we can: https://bit.ly/2EcYbu4  Privacy Policy: https://www.studio71.com/terms-and-conditions-use/#Privacy%20Policy  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kashif Pasta, a Canadian Muslim filmmaker and storyteller, discusses his focus on telling stories of joy, wonder, and social purpose in his filmmaking. Kashif shares his upbringing in a diverse Canadian city, where cultural confidence and representation were prevalent, and how that has influenced his storytelling. He also talks about his short film, "Desi Standard Time Travel," which explores themes of family and immigration and the idea of going back in time to understand one's parents' lives before their children were born. The conversation highlights the importance of centering Muslim and South Asian stories to break free from one-dimensional narratives and the power of joy as an act of resistance and empowerment.Find Kashif Pasta on Instagram @kashifpastaCheck out Kashif Pasta's website at https://kashifpasta.com/Request a screening of Desi Standard Time Travel at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScJ4lZZEUwlPqz64zC0jBEUSKUEZYyuvqRHONqdK2DAI6W4lw/viewformProduced by Rifelion Media.Hosted by Asad ButtEdited by Ari MathaeMusic by Simon HutchinsonFor advertising opportunities please email PodcastPartnerships@Studio71us.com.   We wanna make the podcast even better; help us learn how we can: https://bit.ly/2EcYbu4  Privacy Policy: https://www.studio71.com/terms-and-conditions-use/#Privacy%20Policy  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today we revisit an episode from Season 1 with Dr. Maha Nassar. Dr. Maha Nassar, a Palestinian-American professor and expert on Arab cultural and intellectual history, shares her insights on Palestinians.Naturally, we ask her to address the horrific situation in Israel and the Gaza Strip over the past few weeks. She enlightens us on several key points, including how the conflict is truly an anti-colonialist struggle, how the youngest Palestinians in Israel identify themselves, and how Palestinians have been covered by major U.S. news outlets for the last several decades. [Spoiler alert: Very few articles written about Palestinians are by Palestinians.] Find out why bias in major news outlets may matter less now.Maha shares the impetus behind her award-winning book, Brothers Apart: Palestinian Citizens of Israel and the Arab World, as well as details from her 2007 trip to Palestine that turned “really icky.” After learning of the de facto segregation in neighborhoods and schools in Israel, we dive into a fascinating if not disturbing comparison to Jim Crow laws. You may also be surprised to hear about Black Lives Matter leaders studying structural suppression and institutional violence in Palestine, and American police forces attending trainings in Israel. How murals of George Floyd can be found across Palestine, where they too hope to translate the present online momentum into real change. Naturally, we finish with Maha’s predictions on how this all ends.Follow Maha on Twitter @mtnassar and read her unsettling article documenting how opinion pieces about Palestinians in the US mainstream media are overwhelmingly written by non-Palestinians. Check out her first book, Brothers Apart, and upcoming book, The Palestinians: A Global History, on the construction of Palestinian identity under statelessness and transnational dispersal.American Muslim Project is a production of Rifelion, LLC.Writer and Researcher: Lindsy GambleShow Edited by Mark Annotto, Ari Mathae, and Asad ButtHosted by Asad ButtMusic by Simon HutchinsonFor advertising opportunities please email PodcastPartnerships@Studio71us.com.   We wanna make the podcast even better; help us lea

Filmmaker Iman Zawahary discusses her journey as one of the first hijabi American Muslim directors. She highlights the challenges of securing funding, especially as a Muslim woman, and the importance of audience awards over critic accolades. Iman shares her experiences growing up in a small Florida town, navigating racism, and using comedy to cope. The conversation touches on the diverse cast of her film "Americanish" and the film's impact in challenging stereotypes. Iman urges support for the film's theatrical release and emphasizes the need for diverse stories in mainstream media.Follow Iman on Instagram @imanzawahryFind ticket and showing information for Americanish at https://www.americanishfilm.com/intheatersProduced by Rifelion Media.Hosted by Asad ButtEdited by Ari MathaeMusic by Simon HutchinsonFor advertising opportunities please email PodcastPartnerships@Studio71us.com.   We wanna make the podcast even better; help us learn how we can: https://bit.ly/2EcYbu4  Privacy Policy: https://www.studio71.com/terms-and-conditions-use/#Privacy%20Policy  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mahnoor Euceph discusses her new short film "Eid Mubarak," which centers around a Pakistani girl's mission to save her pet goat from being sacrificed during Eid. Mahnoor shares insights into the chaotic yet rewarding process of filming with kids and animals. She emphasizes the importance of casting and talks about the inspiration behind the film's vibrant colors, drawing from influences like Wes Anderson and Mughal miniatures. The conversation delves into Mahnoor's personal connection to the story, her upcoming projects, and the broader goal of creating films that encourage self-love and break mental shackles.Find Mahnoor Euceph on Instagram @eucephCheck out Mahnoor's website at https://www.nooreuceph.com/Find Eid Mubarak on Instagram @eidmubarakfilmProduced by Rifelion Media.Hosted by Asad ButtEdited by Ari MathaeMusic by Simon HutchinsonFor advertising opportunities please email PodcastPartnerships@Studio71us.com.   We wanna make the podcast even better; help us learn how we can: https://bit.ly/2EcYbu4  Privacy Policy: https://www.studio71.com/terms-and-conditions-use/#Privacy%20Policy  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Filmmaker and comedian Aizzah Fatima discusses her film "Americanish," which revolves around the lives of Pakistani Muslim female characters in Queens, New York, as they navigate the challenges of romance, culture, work, and family. Aizzah shares her journey of turning a one-woman play into a feature film, her struggles with fundraising within the Muslim community, and the significance of having authentic representation of American Muslim women in mainstream cinema. The conversation also touches on Aizzah's background growing up in Mississippi, her shift from microbiology to a career in the entertainment industry, and her upcoming project "Muslim Girls DTF," which aims to showcase the diverse voices and experiences of Muslim women.Find Aizzah Fatima on Instagram @aizzahfatimaGet tickets to see Americanish in theaters: https://www.americanishfilm.com/intheatersGet tickets to see Muslim Girls DTF: https://citywinery.com/newyork/Online/default.asp?BOparam::WScontent::loadArticle::permalink=NYLFT-Muslim-Girls-DTF-11-4-23-930pm&BOparam::WScontent::loadArticle::context_id=Produced by Rifelion Media.Hosted by Asad ButtEdited by Ari MathaeMusic by Simon HutchinsonFor advertising opportunities please email PodcastPartnerships@Studio71us.com.   We wanna make the podcast even better; help us learn how we can: https://bit.ly/2EcYbu4  Privacy Policy: https://www.studio71.com/terms-and-conditions-use/#Privacy%20Policy  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Shahjahan Khan returns as a guest on American Muslim Project and discusses his earlier podcast King of the World, which delved into his life post-9/11. Shahjahan shares how the recording process was a therapeutic journey, leading to reconnections with childhood friends and a deeper understanding of his identity. The conversation also covers Shahjahan's recent acting stint on "Succession," the launch of his podcast "FannBoy Friday," and his enthusiasm for various creative projects, including upcoming films, acting roles, and his enduring passion for music as he enters his 40s.Find Shahjehan on Instagram @shahjistanProduced by Rifelion Media.Hosted by Asad ButtEdited by Ari MathaeMusic by Simon HutchinsonFor advertising opportunities please email PodcastPartnerships@Studio71us.com.   We wanna make the podcast even better; help us learn how we can: https://bit.ly/2EcYbu4  Privacy Policy: https://www.studio71.com/terms-and-conditions-use/#Privacy%20Policy  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices