Islamically Correct Podcast

In this episode of Islamically Correct, Yusra Muktar shares her 2025 pregnancy with hyperemesis gravidarum — a diagnosis so severe doctors told her family she and the baby might not survive. She talks through the financial cost of flying back from Doha for treatment, how the experience deepened her relationship with Allah, and why she's now working to bring proper mental health services to a c...

In this episode of Islamic Correct, Maya Ali sits down with Dr. Tauhida Mbarak, the award-winning founder and CEO of The Skin Clinic. Dr. Tauhida Mbarak shares her incredible journey from hitting rock bottom with only 35 shillings in her bank account as a single mother, to building a thriving international skincare empire. Tune in as she discusses how the healing power of black seed inspired her f...

How I Built a Bakery at 22 and Why I Walked Away | Nema RashidIn this episode of Islamicly Correct, Maya Ali sits down with Nema Rashid — educator, former bakery owner, storyteller, Program Manager at Abu With Kids, and Kenya's first female Muslim certified hospital chaplain. Nema shares her journey from growing up in a humble household, learning financial responsibility, earning her first inc...

He walked away from a 320,000 shilling salary, sold his car, sold his property, and was left with 20 bob in his M-Pesa. But Abdullahi Bula — founder of Nuria Bookstore — doesn't regret a single day. In this episode, Maya Ali sits down with one of Nairobi's most radical thinkers. Abdullahi pulls zero punches — on halal money, African poverty, the lies of saving, and why he believes true fre...

In this episode of Islamically Correct, Maya Ali sits down with Sadiya Isa — software engineer, data analyst, and tech educator — to talk about her money story, breaking into tech with zero computer knowledge, and why she believes Muslim women belong in the industry.**From selling handmade journals at 2,000/- to building AI-powered web applications and teaching analytics to the Somali community, S...

Assalam Alaikum! Welcome back to another episode of Islamically Correct — where we have honest conversations about faith, finance, and life. This host Maya Ali sits down with Aisha Mohammed Yusuf, a Financial Advisor at Standard Investment Bank (Najah) — the Islamic investment division of AIB — for a powerful conversation you don't want to miss.💬 In this episode we talk about:- 🔥 The viral c...

"They Told Me We Had a Visitor — I Was Just a Child With No Power Over What Happened Next" | Gwalah Early She survived FGM, lost both parents, built a business from zero, went broke, and came back stronger. In this raw and unfiltered episode, content creator, actress and activist Gwalah Early shares her full money story — the trauma nobody talks about, the financial mistakes that broke h...

Is Forex trading halal or haram? In this episode of Islamically Correct, host Maya Ali sits down with Abdiaziz Hassan, an Alliance High School alumnus, a medical student on his way to becoming a neurosurgeon, AND a profitable forex trader, to unpack his raw money story. Abdiaziz shares how he went from a privileged upbringing in Nairobi to managing $5,000 of someone else's money with zero prio...

From a middle-class family in Kakamega to owning a Range Rover Sport — Amin FX (CEO of Elite Trading Hub) shares his raw, unfiltered money story on Islamically Correct. In this episode, Maya Ali sits down with Amin to unpack:✅ Why he chose forex over university at 19✅ How he trades forex the HALAL way (and what "gharar" actually means)✅ The difference between trading for a living vs....

"I spent years studying to be a doctor, but I realized the world needed a different kind of healing."In this episode, we sit down with a Mombasa-born visionary who made the ultimate sacrifice: walking away from a prestigious medical career to stand up for his community. After witnessing firsthand the negative stereotypes and misconceptions surrounding Muslims, he realized that writing bo...

What happens when your biggest supporter is also your biggest skeptic? In this episode, we dive deep into the reality of starting a business when your father warns you against it. Opening a business is a leap of faith, but doing it against the advice of family adds a layer of emotional and professional pressure. We sit down to discuss the challenges of balancing respect for elders with the drive f...

In this episode Maya Ali sits down with Nasra, the powerhouse co-founder behind Reggalo Studio and Gaia Organic. Nasra opens up about the "Money Story" of her businesses from starting a gifting company with just 10k to the heartbreaking decision to temporarily close their studio after investing over 1 million shillingsHelp us spotlight meaningful Muslim money stories:👉 Suggest a guest h...

In this episode, we meet Sabri, a true visionary who proves that creativity is the ultimate survival tool. Before he founded Kumbusha Mwanafunzi, he was a young man in Mombasa selling water to make ends meet. Today, he is a Drama Coach and educator who used his unique skills to keep students engaged during the darkest days of the 2020 pandemicHelp us spotlight meaningful Muslim money stories:👉 Su...

What is the real cost of "quick money"? In this powerful episode of Islamically Correct, host Maya Ali sits down with Anas Abdi, a digital marketer and former forex trader, to discuss his incredible journey from being raised in a refugee camp to navigating the highs and lows of entrepreneurship. Anas shares the "Win or Perish" mindset passed down from his mother and gives a blu...

In this episode, host Maya Ali sits down with the "Rich Girl" herself, Maya ISA, a prominent Kenyan content creator and entrepreneur. Maya ISA shares her raw and inspiring journey of overcoming personal hardship—from the financial strain of a sudden divorce to losing her business in a catastrophic protest—to building a thriving career in digital marketing. We explore the importance of &q...

The Reality of Being a Top African Journalist: Faith, Finance & Fame with Fathiya Mohamed NurWelcome to another episode of Islamically Correct! 🎙️In today’s episode, host Maya Ali sits down with renowned Kenyan journalist and media professional Fathiya Muhammad Nur. From her early days as an intern at K24 to reporting for global giants like the BBC, KTN News, and CGTN, Farhia shares the "...

How do you turn 35,000 KES into a thriving online fashion brand?. In this episode of Islamically Correct, we sit down with Rahma, the intentional founder behind Amana Threads, to hear her unique money story. What you’ll learn in this episode:The 35k Start: How Rahma used family support to launch her first collection. Cultural Money Lessons: Growing up in a Somali household and learning the value o...

In this episode of Islamically Correct, we sit down with Ibrahim Omar, a marketing professional and content creator who recently made waves as the face of Uber’s billboard campaigns. Ibrahim shares the unfiltered truth about what it takes to land major brand deals, why connections are secondary to hard work, and the financial reality of his passion for bikes. What we discuss in this episode:The Ub...

Welcome back to another episode of Islamically Correct! In this episode, host Maya Ali sits down with Nasruddin, a Kenyan entrepreneur, travel consultant, and lifestyle content creator, to dive deep into his unique money story. Nasruddin shares his journey from growing up in a hardworking family where money was "not new," to finding his own path in business. He opens up about:The power o...

In this episode of Islamically Correct, host Maya Ali sits down with the vibrant and resilient Fatima Ahmed to discuss her incredible life journey through the lens of faith, finance, and personal growth. Fatima opens up about her childhood in Mombasa, growing up in a large family with a "scarcity mentality" where surviving meant simply having food and a place to sleep. She shares the pro...

Assalam'alaikum and welcome back to Islamically Correct! In this episode of the Islamically Correct podcast, we sit down with the incredible Anzel, the visionary entrepreneur behind the jewelry and hijab brand Subah. Anzel opens up about her deeply personal journey with money, from growing up in a middle-class family where "money wasn't enough" to how those childhood imprints sha...

In this episode of the Islamically Correct Podcast, a digital marketer shares his personal journey growing up in a middle-class household and how that background shaped his views on money, ambition, and financial discipline. He explains how converting to Islam influenced his financial mindset, money goals, and long-term approach to wealth. The conversation explores why he often discusses money goa...

In this episode of the Islamically Correct podcast, we sit down with Gheida Abdala Omar, a young innovator whose relationship with money was shaped early by scarcity, resilience, and faith. Growing up in Malindi, Gheida experienced firsthand what it meant to dream while lacking financial security from struggling with school fees to relying on scholarships throughout her education. She shares how b...

In this episode of Islamically Correct, we sit with Salma Yusuf, an award-winning civic leader, creative writer, and designer, for a deeply honest conversation about money, purpose, and faith. Born in Kilifi County and raised in Malindi, Salma grew up in a humble home where there wasn’t much materially, yet there was always barakah. Despite financial limitations, her family was never left wanting;...

In this inspiring episode of Islamically Correct, we sit down with Dr. Muhyiddin Mohamed, a doctor, aesthetic practitioner, and young Kenyan entrepreneur whose journey is rooted in barakah, discipline, and purpose. Growing up between Nairobi and Mombasa, Dr. Muhyiddin was raised by a strong mother who shaped his work ethic early—from helping her run a small restaurant to learning the value of serv...