New Beginnings

In this episode of Converts Unplugged, hosts Shaykh Bilal Brown and Amanda Morris are joined by Professor Abdul Haqq Baker and Shaykh Mustafa Briggs for a thoughtful discussion on the voices, experiences, and often-overlooked realities of Black converts to Islam in the UK. Together, they explore common assumptions, historical influences, questions of identity, race, community, and the diverse jour...

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! Send us Fan Mail Support the show Facebook Instagram TikTok YouTube X

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! Send us Fan Mail Support the show Facebook Instagram TikTok YouTube X

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? Any questions can be forwarded to: info@marifahinstitute.com +44 7852 637330 You can access the New Beginnings pre-marriage course on demand at https://beginning...

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/ Send us Fan Mail Support the show Facebook...

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/ Send us Fan Mail Support the show Facebook...

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 Send us Fan Mail Support the show...

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. 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/ Send us Fan Mail Support the...

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/ Send us Fan Mail Support the...

Part 2 of 2: In this episode, we speak about some of the challenges men face after conversion to Islam regarding marriage. We are joined by John and Ismael who share their extensive experience and relate some candid and humorous anecdotes. For convert-specific marriage services, visit solaceuk.org/marriage/ You can access the New Beginnings pre-marriage course on demand at https://beginnings.org.u...

Part 1 of 2: In this episode, we speak about some of the challenges men face after conversion to Islam regarding marriage. We are joined by John and Ismael who share their extensive experience and relate some candid and humorous anecdotes. For convert-specific marriage services, visit solaceuk.org/marriage/ You can access the New Beginnings pre-marriage course on demand at https://beginnings.org.u...

Bilal and Amanda discuss the process and challenges of converting to Islam coming from an LGBT background with their guests Giles and Joanne who share their own personal experiences of becoming Muslims. If you have any queries regarding this podcast, please contact us at info@beginnings.org.uk Send us Fan Mail Support the show Facebook Instagram TikTok YouTube X

Bilal and Amanda were joined by Hanan Sandercock and Hamza Robertson to discuss their experiences with their families after conversion. The panel has a collective convert experience age of more than 90 years. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Facebook Instagram TikTok YouTube X

Bilal and Amanda are joined by recent converts Persephone and Exauce to discuss the topic of identities after conversion and imposter syndrome. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Facebook Instagram TikTok YouTube X

We were joined by converts Zahra and Ahmed who shared their insightful experiences adapting to gender interactions after conversion. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Facebook Instagram TikTok YouTube X

As part of Islamophobia awareness month, Amanda and Bilal discuss discriminatory experiences that converts may face after conversion and how to deal with them in the appropriate manner, with their special guest, sister Haniya from Birmingham. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Facebook Instagram TikTok YouTube X

Bilal and Amanda host Lauren Booth as they discuss the challenges that converts to Islam face when raising children in a religious context. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Facebook Instagram TikTok YouTube X

One of the most frequent things we're asked at New Beginnings is, 'How will I know when I'm ready to convert to Islam?'  In this episode, podcast hosts Sh Bilal and Amanda, along with guests Monica, Martin and Samantha, discuss this question, including our personal experiences, both positive and challenging! Send us Fan Mail Support the show Facebook Instagram TikTok YouTube X

This month, Bilal and Amanda speak to Anse Tamara Gray, founder of Rabata, about culture and Islam. How do we distinguish between culture and Islam and are converts free of cultural baggage? Send us Fan Mail Support the show Facebook Instagram TikTok YouTube X

In this episode, we were joined by Dr. Akmal Shakoor from AskDoc, a voluntary organisation that aims to engage, educate & empower ethnic minority communities on health (twitter.com/askdoc1) and Shaykh Bilal Brown who answered your medical and religious questions pertaining to Ramadan and fasting, respectively. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Facebook Instagram TikTok YouTube X

Amanda and Bilal are joined by Imam Suhaib Webb from the US as they have a candid discussion about their own experiences as converts during the time of non-Islamic religious festivals and they give sincere advice to those new to the faith at this critical time. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Facebook Instagram TikTok YouTube X

Amanda and Bilal join Rumela to welcome the new season of podcasts, give an update on New Beginnings' activities and discuss the topic of loneliness. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Facebook Instagram TikTok YouTube X

We continue the topic of marriage with Ustadha Ameena Blake of Eden Houses UK , with an honest look at some common pitfalls faced by converts when trying to find a spouse.  From what to ask, red flags to watch out for, to what to include in your contract, we've covered it all! You can access the New Beginnings pre-marriage course on demand at https://beginnings.org.uk/marriage-registration/ S...

Aisha and Amanda welcome sister Henrietta Szovati, co-founder of Barefoot Institute and author of 'Heartsmart: One Woman's Journey from Her Head to Her Heart," to discuss how new Muslims can prepare themselves for marriage from within. You can purchase the book 10 Steps to Getting and Staying Married and find out more about Henrietta's work at barefootinstitute.com You can acce...

Aisha and Amanda are joined by Khadija Kimchi of The Camelia's Bloom, for a Ramadan special discussing the joys and the challenges of this blessed month for new Muslims and converts. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Facebook Instagram TikTok YouTube X