IslamicFinanceGuru Podcasts

NZF ( https://nzf.org.uk/ ) is the UK's only zakat-focused organisation, delivering zakat locally within the UK.  In today's podcast we're interview NZF's chief executive, Iqbal Nasim, to hear about his inspiring story starting NZF and discuss the issues around zakat, as well as advice to anyone starting their own projects, be they commercial or charitable. Don't forget to leave us a rating a...

We're talking about the not very glamorous part of marriages - finance! Everything from the roles and responsibilities of a husband and wife from a legalistic but also a spiritual, practical, and moral perspective, to more day-to-day stuff like bank accounts (joint or not?) and zakat (do you pay as a couple or not?). The comedian we mentioned at the start is called Nabil Abdulrashid - check him ou...

If ever there were a topic that not many people talk about but one which is hugely important, this is it! Yes, we're talking about wills and the Islamic position on them. Will template as mentioned within: https://www.eastlondonmosque.org.uk/sites/default/files/IslamicWillForm2014-1.pdf Please do leave us a review and don't forget to check out our website www.islamicfinanceguru.com .

 Today we're giving our tips and tricks on working and just getting started on your big idea, project or venture. We share key practical tips and some personal failures.  Link to the careers presentation mentioned:   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pz3EqTGHxXU (or search Islamic Finance Guru in YouTube to get to our page and find the video entitled "Career planning from an Islamic p...

We're discussing ayah 2:177 which is a famous verse about al-birr (righteousness).  We talk about the blueprint that Allah has laid out for us in order to be amongst the righteous. And crucially, we discuss this in a practical context that will allow you to go away and start implementing some changes in order to fulfil the description that Allah gives. If you like our stuff, do check out our...

In this interview, Roshan Muhammed Salih (founder of 5pillars ) talks about his journey in journalism and setting up 5pillars from scratch, entrepreneurial lessons we can take, and the future vision for 5pillars. You can buy Roshan's book here: https://amzn.to/2Ejd66K And you can donate to 5pillars here: https://5pillarsuk.com/donate

Halal meat is a highly emotive topic for Muslims, and we get stuck into it here discussing verses 2:168-173. You'll learn: - What the qur'an says about what we should eat - The mechanics of HFA/HMC/non-zabiha meat - Should we be eating free-range only? Should we go vegetarian? Don't forget to check out our website www.islamicfinanceguru.com and sign up to our mailing list. Thanks for your continue...

In this episode, we're talking about how your average busy professional can start making their money work hard for them. You'll learn: - how to make sure your workplace pension is halal and whether you should even be putting money into a workplace pension; - how to think about the balance of your portfolio in terms of risk; - 3 really neat ways to get halal fixed-income exposure; - how you can pas...

In this episode you'll learn: what the verse on shipping is, its meaning and why Allah (swt) would mention shipping of all things; about the shipping industry and its modern-day importance (this might surprise you); tangential fiqh issues on contracts (e.g. selling goods you don't own); practical next steps on how you can use this verse to reflect and get closer to Allah (swt). If you enjoy this t...

We interview the hugely inspiring Hajra and Umair, a Muslim couple running a successful Amazon business. They talk about their journey of going from zero to having a successful, semi-automated Amazon business, tips on how you can get started (including an old-school way to find your niche), their failures and so much more! If you want to get in touch with Hajra and Umair, contact us through www.is...

This week we're continuing our finance tafseer with Surah Baqarah and focussing on the important topic of how to set and achieve your life goals through the Qur'an.  Themes:  1. 2:128/131/138: Allah wants all of you. Not just your Friday.  2. 2:143: Your duty – stop your brother from selling alcohol or taking interest.  3. 2:148: Everyone has a God-given goal. Find yours. ...

In this episode, we're focussing on a question we get asked about a lot: can Muslims work in investment banking? Please subscribe to our podcast if you enjoy it and leave us a review. This helps to spread the podcast far and wide. Check out our website www.islamicfinanceguru.com .

Welcome to our fortnightly tafseer live on Saturdays at 7pm UK time on www.islamicfinanceguru.com/livetafseer .  This week we continue with Surah Baqarah: 2:57,  2:61, & 2:100   Themes: 1. Eat and earn halal and pure (tayyib) - plus we intro to one of the  only truly halal and tayyib chicken producer in the UK today. ( http://www.handtfood.com ). 2.  Never be ungratefu...

Welcome to the Millionaire Muslim podcast by www.islamicfinanceguru.com . In this episode, we're addressing the age-old question of Islamic mortgages. Are they actually Islamic or should you just go for a conventional mortgage? Subscribe to the podcast and rate us so that we get a wider reach!

Welcome to the Millionaire Muslim podcast by www.islamicfinanceguru.com. This week's tafseer addresses the question: what the Prophet Adam (AS) can teach us about technology. 

 Welcome to the Millionaire Muslim podcast by www.islamicfinanceguru.com.  This week we continue with Surah Baqarah: 2:2-3.  Themes: 1 - What are the problems with the modern economy? What are the Islamic solutions? And what can we do about it?  Subscribe!

Welcome to the Millionaire Muslim podcast by www.islamicfinanceguru.com.  This week we cover Surah Baqarah: 2:2-3  Themes: 1. - Keeping the bigger context in mind (Islamic mortgages, shares) 2 - Treating Islamic restriction seriously 3 - What is the structure of the modern economy? What are the problems with it? And what are the Islamic solutions? Subscribe!

Welcome to the Millionaire Muslim podcast by www.islamicfinanceguru.com.  This introductory tafseer covers Surah Fatiha and the themes of: arrogance, the signs of Allah in the economy, the concept of mercy for mankind, and taking account of our actions. Subscribe!

Welcome to the Millionaire Muslim podcast by www.islamicfinanceguru.com. In this episode, we're talking about the misconceptions we had when we first started investing, why investing in the stock market isn't rocket science, and how we think about our portfolios. You can buy the book we talked about in the episode (highly recommended!) here .

Welcome to the Millionaire Muslim podcast by www.islamicfinanceguru.com. In this episode, we're talking about careers. We discuss our backgrounds, what we've learnt, some tips for getting ahead in your own careers, plus some valuable tips for those starting out. Subscribe!