Episodes

  • Questions for Converts from "Nonverts": Part 2
    Jan 12 2026

    In part 2 of this intriguing episode, we were joined by long-time convert Muslim, James, and Rooji of @roojithefoodie to discuss all the things Nonverts want to know about Converts, but are too shy to ask, and things that, as converts, we really wish Nonverts would understand!

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    45 mins
  • Questions for Converts from "Nonverts": Part 1
    Jan 5 2026

    In this intriguing episode, we were joined by long-time convert Muslim, James, and Rooji of @roojithefoodie to discuss all the things Nonverts want to know about Converts, but are too shy to ask, and things that, as converts, we really wish Nonverts would understand!

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    56 mins
  • Divorce in Islam
    Aug 14 2025

    Bilal and Amanda discuss the legalities surrounding divorce and how it is viewed in Islam. What is an acceptable method of divorce in Islam and when should it be done? How can women safeguard themselves from the rulings being manipulated?

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    1 hr and 29 mins
  • Tips For a Successful Marriage - Part 2
    May 12 2025

    Amanda and Bilal host relationship coaches Victoria Matesky and Tafazal Mohammed, founders of Tea For Two https://www.teafortwo.uk/ in this 2-part candid discussion on what makes a successful marriage and why our marriages end up in failure.


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    47 mins
  • Tips For a Successful Marriage - Part 1
    May 5 2025

    Amanda and Bilal host relationship coaches Victoria Matesky and Tafazal Mohammed, founders of Tea For Two https://www.teafortwo.uk/ in this 2-part candid discussion on what makes a successful marriage and why our marriages end up in failure.

    You can access the New Beginnings pre-marriage course on demand at https://beginnings.org.uk/marriage-registration/

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    48 mins
  • Positive Mental Health and Wellbeing After Converting
    Nov 5 2024

    Amanda and Bilal host trained psychotherapist, Jodie Wozencroft-Reay and mental health worker at Blackburn Hospital, Aisha Jasuleviciute where they offer solutions and resources for positive mental wellbeing with a focus on the convert experience.

    Find out more about our wellbeing services by visiting beginnings.org.uk/wellbeing/ and beginnings.org.uk/peerconnect

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    1 hr and 9 mins
  • Navigating Different Groups - Part 2
    Jul 18 2024

    Part 2 of 2: Amanda and Bilal are joined by brother Ilyas Foy from Blackburn as they discuss their decades of interactions and experiences navigating various Muslim movements and sects in the UK.

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    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shia_Islam

    https://theusuli.com/2024/10/04/why-i-left-salafism-what-i-learned-from-it/

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    57 mins
  • Navigating Different Groups - Part 1
    Jul 11 2024

    Part 1 of 2: Amanda and Bilal are joined by brother Ilyas Foy from Blackburn as they discuss their decades of interactions and experiences navigating various Muslim movements and sects in the UK.

    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Islam_in_the_United_Kingdom

    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shia_Islam

    https://theusuli.com/2024/10/04/why-i-left-salafism-what-i-learned-from-it/

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    54 mins