Muslim Money Talk

In this episode of Muslim Money Talk, host Areeb Siddiqui is joined by Nina Mohanty, founder and CEO of Bloom Money.  They discuss Nina’s journey from growing up in Silicon Valley to working for major fintech companies in the UK, and eventually founding Bloom Money, a financial platform that helps immigrants build financial resilience.  Nina shares insights into the challenges and opportunities of...

In this episode of Muslim Money Talk we sat down with Omar Khaliel, the founder of the Riba Free Foundation to discuss WHY interest is forbidden in Islam, its widespread harmful effects and how to uplift communities with financial literacy. The conversation touches on the global economic system, Islamic financial principles, and the need for education to foster economic justice. This podcast is po...

In this episode of Muslim Money Talk , host Areeb Siddiqui engages in a candid conversation with the founding team of Kestrl, discussing the journey of building a startup during COVID, the challenges they faced, and the lessons learned along the way. They reflect on the importance of perseverance, the role of family support, and the excitement of growing both the company and the team. This podcast...

In this podcast episode, Areeb Siddiqui speaks with Niaz Azad, the founder of Millennial Money UK, about his journey from a legal career to launching a peer-to-peer learning platform for millennials and Gen Zs to better manage their finances. They discuss the intersection of entrepreneurship, faith, and financial literacy, touching on the challenges of making money more Sharia-compliant and the im...

In this episode of Muslim Money Talk, Areeb Siddiqui speaks with Umer Suleman, Chief Risk Officer at Wahid, about the complexities and evolving landscape of Islamic finance. Umer shares his journey from conventional banking to Islamic fintech, highlighting the challenges, ethical considerations, and the future potential for Islamic financial services. This podcast is powered by Kestrl.  Kestrl is...

In this podcast episode of "Muslim Money Talk," host Areeb Siddiqui is joined by Saalim Chowdhury, a renowned VC investor and former director of Techstars London. They discuss Saalim's journey from a small village in Wales to his success in venture capital, emphasising the importance of building businesses based on lived experiences and solving real problems. They also touch on the...

In this episode of Muslim Money Talk, Areeb Siddiqui interviews Alia Mahmud, a compliance expert who shares her career journey from working in large financial institutions to fintech startups. Alia discusses her transition from criminal law to financial compliance, the importance of compliance in fintech, and the personal challenges she faced balancing work and family responsibilities. This podcas...

In this episode of Muslim Money Talk, host Areeb Siddiqui interviews Nahim Bassa Group Head of Strategy & Transformation @ Bank Aljazira. Nahim shares his invaluable insights from over two decades of designing, building, and operationalising new businesses and brands in the Financial Services industry globally.  This podcast is powered by Kestrl.  Kestrl is an app that helps Muslim to grow the...

In this episode of Muslim Money Talk, host Areeb Siddiqui interviews Muazzam Mohamed, the CEO of Bank Islam, Malaysia's largest and oldest Islamic bank. Muazzam shares insights on his journey to becoming CEO, his strategies for digital transformation within the bank, and advice for navigating bureaucracy and implementing meaningful change in large organisations. This podcast is powered by Kes...