Muslim Money Talk

In this episode of Muslim Money Talk, Areeb Siddiqui speaks with Sultan Choudhury OBE about the challenges and evolution of Islamic banking in the UK and beyond.  They discuss misconceptions around Islamic finance, pricing challenges, the need for stakeholder alignment, and how scale and innovation can push the industry forward. This podcast is hosted by Areeb Siddiqui, the founder and CEO of Kest...

In this heartfelt episode of Muslim Money Talk , host Areeb Siddiqui sits down with his father and Kestrl’s CFO, Ayaz Siddiqui, for an emotional and wide-ranging conversation about immigration, financial sacrifice, growing up in post-colonial societies, surviving personal loss, and the evolution of Islamic finance in the UK.  From humble beginnings in Pakistan to executive roles in global banks, A...

Meet Ibrahim, a Palestinian born med school drop out who went on to build one of the UK’s largest crypto empires in both mining and trading. Ibrahim shares his journey with us, why and how Muslims should be investing into crypto, as well as what Muslims should be focussing their skillsets on today. This podcast is hosted by Areeb Siddiqui, the founder and CEO of Kestrl, the app that helps people t...

Meet Shahid Munir, founder of Minted and Minted Edge, as he shares his journey from a family-run corner shop to leading fintech ventures in gold investment and Islamic banking solutions. They dive deep into entrepreneurship, ethical finance, why Muslims love gold, and how to tackle being “debanked” in today’s world. This podcast is hosted by Areeb Siddiqui, the founder and CEO of Kestrl, the app t...

Meet Sagheer Malik, Chief Commercial Officer of Offa Finance, proving shariah compliant buy to let and bridge financing solutions. He discusses the regulatory challenges surrounding UK Islamic Home Financing, along with the criticisms that have come his way from other practitioners! Sagheer also discusses the UK Muslim children’s adoption crisis and draws parallels between it and Islamic finance....

In this episode of Muslim Money Talk , Dr. Hassan Daher, founder of Qardus, talks about building the UK’s first Sharia-compliant SME lending platform. They dive into the roots of Islamic finance, the fintech startup journey, and navigating the modern economy as a Muslim entrepreneur and investor. This podcast is hosted by Areeb Siddiqui, the founder and CEO of Kestrl, the app that helps people to...

This special live podcast event episode (featuring Sadiq Dorsat, Niaz Azad & Yasmine  El-Mahairy) discusses financial challenges faced by British Muslims, highlighting issues like debt, financial literacy, and the importance of giving Zakat locally. The speakers emphasises building generational wealth within the Muslim community and supporting Muslim-owned businesses, while also tackling stere...

Abul Uddin UK Head of Private Client Services at Wahed Invest, discusses the importance of Sharia-compliant pensions, financial literacy among UK Muslims, and shares personal insights into his career transition to Islamic finance. He emphasises how Muslims often leave money on the table by not taking advantage of pensions and tax-efficient investments. This podcast is hosted by Areeb Siddiqui, the...

This episode of Muslim Money Talk features Imam Shabbir Hassan, founder of The Nikkah Co., discussing modern Muslim marriage trends, challenges, and solutions. From rising intercultural marriages and shifting wedding costs to divorce trends and the impact of marriage apps, the conversation explores how faith, culture, and financial awareness intersect in today’s Muslim relationships. This podcast...

This podcast episode dives into how Takadao is revolutionising the insurance industry by creating a decentralised, Sharia-compliant mutual protection system powered by blockchain. The guests discuss their entrepreneurial journey, Web3 adoption in Saudi Arabia, and how their innovative model empowers communities to take control of their financial security. Join TheLifeDao.io by Takadao  This podcas...

He’s back! By popular demand, the founder of Riba Free Foundation Omar Khaliel returns to the Muslim Money Talk podcast to update what he’s been working on for the past year to educate the masses on the dangers of riba. How does it affect society, from crime to marriages? Are Muslims desensitised to this issue? Why should non-Muslims care about this more? Find out more in this fantastic episode. T...

In this episode of Muslim Money Talk , host Areeb Siddiqui is joined by Najib Al-Aswad, Director at IFAAS, and co-host Ali Siddiqui to discuss the intricacies of Islamic finance. They delve into whether Islamic finance is truly different from conventional finance, the challenges it faces in the UK, and why misconceptions persist. The conversation explores regulatory hurdles, awareness gaps, and th...

Meet Sokhiba- super angel investor and one of our very own investors at Kestrl! she shares her ‘Secrets to a Successful Fundraise’, from hiring well to not giving up too much equity. A great episode for startups and investors alike! This podcast is powered by Kestrl. Kestrl is an app that helps Muslim to grow their wealth without compromising their beliefs Kestrl - The Muslim Money App https://kes...

In this episode, Sheikh Mohammed Paracha an accomplished Islamic finance lawyer and fintech pioneer—shares his journey from drafting groundbreaking Sharia-compliant contracts to building Nesta, a non‐bank financial institution that reimagines ethical fixed income products. He also discusses the challenges of aligning conventional financial practices with true Islamic principles while advocating fo...

A very special guest for episode 30- our very own shariah scholar, Mufti Faraz Adam! Mufti Faraz shares his views on the state of Islamic Finance and weighs in on current debates. From TikTok Fatwas and productivity hacks to how to be more like the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ when doing buiness. This podcast is powered by Kestrl. Kestrl is an app that helps Muslim to grow their wealth without compromising...

This episode dives into the purpose of life through the lens of Islam, with Ishaaq reflecting on the beauty and practicality of applying the Quran in daily life. The discussion spans personal development, virality in content creation while maintaining Islamic values, and navigating the balance between deen and dunya. It concludes with impactful lessons from Islamic history, leaving listeners inspi...

A 2024 round up! Alhamdullilah after 27 episodes we've have some incredible moments, from discussions on all things Muslim and Money related. Whether it was debating Islamic Finance, getting Personal finance tips, career advice or learning how to start a business there were some fantastic moments from the last 6 months. Here are just a few... Show Notes: 00:00 - Introduction 01:54 - Islamic F...

Yasmine El-Mehairy, a serial entrepreneur and founder of Deja Money, discusses her journey through startups, her inspiration from the Arab Spring, and her mission to empower Muslim women in finance through Deja. She shares lessons learned from her past ventures and insights on fostering financial literacy and independence among women in Saudi Arabia and beyond. This podcast is powered by Kestrl. K...

In this episode of Muslim Money Talk , Salman Hussein, co-founder of Zeed, discusses the intersection of AI, fintech, and Muslim values, explaining how personalised financial content can empower retail investors. The conversation also delves into entrepreneurship, risk-taking, and the transformative potential of AI in reshaping industries and faith-based engagement. This podcast is powered by Kest...

Meet Youness Abidou, founder and CEO of Nester, a Sharia-compliant real estate investment platform in the UK. He shares insights on navigating the regulatory landscape, the challenges of Islamic finance, and his vision for addressing financial gaps in the Muslim community. This podcast is powered by Kestrl.  Kestrl is an app that helps Muslim to grow their wealth without compromising their beliefs...

Meet Zaid Patel, owner of Highcastle Estates and host of The Muslim Pound Podcast. In today’s Muslim Money Talk we discuss how and why property became such an attractive investment opportunity for Muslims, shariah compliant ways of growing a portfolio and whether property is still worth it as an investment? This podcast is powered by Kestrl.  Kestrl is an app that helps Muslim to grow their wealth...

In this special podcast episode, Harris Irfan, a veteran in Islamic finance, critiques the industry for not adhering to its foundational principles and discusses innovative solutions for real-economy, risk-sharing financial instruments. He emphasises the need for skills, innovation, and aligning modern Islamic finance practices with prophetic economic principles, while also advocating for Bitcoin...

In today’s episode we’re flipping the script and interviewing our host Areeb Siddiqui- the founder of Kestrl: The Muslim Money App! Driven to leave the corporate world by his growing discomfort working around interest- Areeb discusses his MBA at Cambridge, inspiring stories about money from the Quran and Hadith, and why Muslims are so poor with money today. Special thanks to Ali Siddiqui (Areeb’s...

Meet Kazi Shafiqur Rahman, Co-founder of SunnaMusk and Firnas Airways,  as he shares his journey from being a cleaner at an airport to becoming a successful entrepreneur and airline owner. This conversation literally has it all, the ultimate highs and horrific lows of entrepreneurship, to the importance of family in business. This podcast is powered by Kestrl.  Kestrl is an app that helps Muslim t...

Meet Arfah Farooq, co-founder of Muslamic Makers and Muslim Tech Fest! She shares her journey of community building, balancing family life, and the evolving role of Muslims in tech and entrepreneurship. This conversation explores the challenges of ambition, faith, and creating meaningful change while navigating societal and industry obstacles. This podcast is powered by Kestrl.  Kestrl is an app t...