The Oly Kanoli Show

Hey everyone, I got to sit down with Abdo Tageldin a student of knowledge in Islam, and a community leader and mentor. We talked about how it is to be a young Muslim in our society, how to manage it, and what he as learned through his experiences with working with the youth. I had a great time learning all about the passionate work he does and I am so excited to share it with you guys. Thank you a...

Unlocking Personal Growth: The Journey to Self-Improvement with Craig Stahlecker In this episode I sat with Craig, an inspiring individual passionate about personal development. We talked about the importance of self-improvement, how small habits can lead to monumental changes, and the significance of physical, mental, and financial wellness. Craig talked to me about his own experiences, including...

Calisthenics and Grit with Evan Harden | The Oly Kanoli Show Episode 28 In this episode we sit down with Evan Harden, calisthenics professional and teacher in Philadelphia. Evan shares his journey of building grit, perseverance, and staying true to one's promises. He discusses the mental and physical challenges he has faced and how he uses those experiences to help others. We dive into his pa...

In this enlightening episode, I get into a meaningful conversation with Ibrahim Muhammad Heshaam Jaaber. We explore a variety of topics, including Ibrahim's passion for poetry, the impact of family and upbringing, the significance of faith in daily life, and the transformative power of the Qur'an. Ibrahim shares insights from his journey as a poet, a Muslim, a former professional basketb...

Hey everyone, this podcast is featuring Brother Adam for Part 2, who comes back after traveling into NYC for Eid and talks about some fun experiences with NY and a restaurant that didn't give Somalia its credit! We talk about Post-Ramadan vibes and how to maintain that consistency that we might have achieved during the tranquility of Ramadan. He also talks about some funny moments, food, and...

This podcast has topics featuring Brother Adam, who shares his insights on religious teachings, personal growth, and cultural experiences. I really enjoyed this conversation and I am so grateful to have someone who has such an interesting background being a Somalian Canadian who has traveled around to Kenya and the US! The conversations navigate through his passion for travel, the impact of helpin...

Hey everyone, this podcast was about "Cultivating Faith and Patience: Islamic Perspectives on Life's Journey" This enlightening dialogue delves into the realms of Islamic faith, patience, relationships, and life's everyday challenges through captivating conversations with Brother Rizwan. From discussing the significance of adhering to Islamic morals and values, and the role of...

Hey everyone, this podcast was with Imam Beytullah from Respect Graduate School. We explore themes of interfaith relations, the significance of Ramadan, language passions, and the pursuit of global peace. Imam Beytullah shares his personal journey from Turkey to Argentina and then to the United States, detailing his linguistic skills, experiences, and efforts to promote Islam's peaceful messa...

Hey everyone, this podcast was with Mohammad Elshinawy and I really enjoyed this conversation. He is the religious director of Jesus Son of Mary Mosque in PA otherwise known as IECPA. He is also a research director at Yaqeen Institute. The conversation I had with him so open and a breath of fresh air. We talk about Halal dating, Islam and why one should believe, interest, mortgages, and many more...

Hey everyone, this podcast was with Christian and I really enjoyed this conversation. He is the founder of SideJawn which is a platform that connects founders and co-founders to one another. It allows for growth and prosperity for those who are seeking collaborations and connections. We also talk about the future and what we think about ChatGPT, apple vision pros, and more. We also get to discuss...

Denzel and I spoke about his immigration story from the Dominican Republic and discussed how having God in his life and maintaining spiritual discipline was the main key to his success. We got to talk about how from getting an opportunity to learn to cut hair he came up with a modern solution to a problem barber shops face constantly. It was a great story and I was so amazed with it. We also talk...

Here is episode 19 with Laura Fernandez! She is a teacher from Madrid, Spain and is passionate about being religious, a violinist, teacher, and having an impact in the world. She loves the arts, theater, and believes that art can and has changed the world. She is very intelligent and the conversation with her enlightened me on societal teaching norms in Spain, France, and the USA. Hearing the pers...

Here is episode 18 with Brandon Avery! He is a business owner, author, creative, and father. He has so much energy and so much wisdom to offer in this episode. We talk about what the social tour is, his favorite quote, society and how much he disdains social media and modern interactions. He also talks about the process of being a creative and how throughout his journey the types of hurdles and si...

Here is episode 17 with Aleasia Brown! She is a fitness influencer and has a bachelors in exercise science and a masters in Kinesiology. She promotes healthy eating, lifting, and vibes. It was awesome to ask her about her social media journey and why she decided to enter the fitness industry with her informational posts and creating fitness content. She talks about the pros and cons about her care...

Here is episode 16 with Brendan! He is a pitcher for the Red Sox, and currently pitches for the Portland Sea Dogs! It was awesome to talk to a professional athlete about what it takes to become a pro and the sacrifices along the way that one has to make to get to the next level. We also talk about who he is outside of being an athlete and how having an impact is more important than what he does on...

Here is episode 15 with Gino!  It was awesome to have this conversation with him. I met Gino many years back when we had a mutual friend that got us to play soccer together. I remember thinking how talented he was and how he was super nice with it! Within the past year and a half we were both on the same soccer team and he asked me if I wanted to be a coach! I took him up on it and then we built a...

Here is episode 14 with Samir! It was awesome to have this conversation with him. We were connected by the local Masjid and we met the day he reverted to Islam. His story about how he became Muslim is incredible. We talk about his journey, childhood, struggles, and how Islam has given him peace and happiness. We also talk about modern day society, life, and get to hear his favorite quote!  As a se...

Here is episode 13 with Aaryan Patel!! It was awesome to have this conversation with him. We were connected by my brother and he let me know about a guy who loves business and has been working on his own business' for the past couple years. He works in marketing and has a lot of insight on what to do before you even start a business and focus on what to create. He has a lot of wisdom for a gu...

Here is episode 11 with Imam Muaaz Sherif! This was a great conversation and I am so happy to have had the talk before he departed to Saudi Arabia. I met Muaaz during Ramadan at my local mosque and I had such quality interactions with him and knew a podcast sharing knowledge was needed. In this episode we talk about the existence of God, and understanding the spiritual benefit of Islam. Muaaz give...

Here is episode 10 with Ramandeep Sandhu! I loved talking with Ramandeep about soccer. It was great talking with someone that shares a similar passion of the beautiful game. We talk about the racism that happens within the game, we debate who the greatest player of all time is. We reflect on the premier league season and how Arsenal slipped to Manchester City! We also talk about the world cup and...

Here is episode 6 with Dawud! I am super excited to be able to get this episode out to you all! It was super awesome to talk to Dawud about his journey to Islam! From a small town lifestyle in Kentucky to the East coast. Listen along to hear about his experience with reverting to Islam and stepping out of his comfort zone. Dawud is Hijami Certified and Hijama is an act of cupping and detoxing the...

Here is episode 7 with Mrs. Jean Mulrine! I am super excited to be able to get this episode out to you all! It was super awesome to talk to my third grade elementary school teacher. I remember her and the class she taught so much due to how much she genuinely cared about her students and the classroom. I learned so much about myself in this class and she really did make me a better young boy and t...

Here is episode 8 with Mrs. Liz Clark! I am super excited to be able to get this episode out to you all! It was super awesome to talk to my 9th grade history teacher. In this episode we talk about the difference between teaching from 5-20 years ago versus today. We also discuss how different it is with phones, technology, and artificial intelligence! We discuss what she is passionate about, what s...

Here is episode 9 with Yusuf Rios! I am super excited to be able to get this episode out to you all! It was super awesome to talk to him. I met him at a local mosque and listening to his story was so inspiring. He talks about how converting to Islam requires a brotherhood/sisterhood to assist you with every step along the way.  So please enjoy the insight he had to offer and let me know what you t...

Here it is, the third episode of the show!  Shayne is an intelligent and great person who is passionate about the truth and sharing the truth! Shayne recently reverted to Islam and is on the journey to becoming the best Muslim he can be! He is someone who has inspired me and watching his growth has been something that has been amazing to watch. He talks about the future, society, and what we can d...