Muslim Money Talk

We went on TV to talk about a pretty simple problem: millions of Muslims want an alternative to conventional banking, but very few are actually using the Islamic options that exist today. Areeb joined Fintech. TV to explain why — and what Kestrl is building to change it. 📱 DOWNLOAD KESTRLKestrl helps Muslims spend, save and grow their money without compromising their values. Get the watermelon-th...

Can the taxman get more than your children inherit? What happens if you die without a will? Islamic wills solicitor Haroon Rashid answers the questions families often put off for too long.📱 DOWNLOAD KESTRLKestrl helps Muslims spend, save and grow their money without compromising their values. Get the watermelon-themed debit card, earn Sharia-compliant rewards, and screen your spending and investm...

Is modern interest really the same as riba? Do women actually inherit less than men in Islam? Does the famous mortgage fatwa still apply today? What do you truly own when you buy shares? And could AI ever replace a qualified Mufti? Mufti Faraz cuts through the slogans and explores the principles, context and uncomfortable details behind the rulings Muslims often repeat without questioning.🎓 LEARN...

In this episode of Muslim Money Talk, Areeb Siddiqui sits down with Moulana Tahir Talati (Islamic scholar, finance professional, and co-founder of National Waqf) to explore one of the most powerful yet forgotten concepts in Islamic finance: the Waqf (charitable endowment).📱 This episode is brought to you by Kestrl — the app helping Muslims spend, save, and grow their wealth without compromise. Or...

What do three CEOs actually talk about when the cameras are off? We’re on a 586-mile road trip to Manchester to dive deep into the future of Halal finance, the reality of raising capital in the Ummah, and one legendary 3 AM marriage proposal.📱 This episode is brought to you by Kestrl — the app helping Muslims spend, save, and grow their wealth without compromise. Order your watermelon-themed debi...

This episode is brought to you by Kestrl - the app helping Muslims to spend, store and grow their wealth without compromise!📲 Download today on App Store and Google Play here: https://kestrl.io/get-the-appShould Muslims be all in on Bitcoin — or are we taking it too far? In this episode of Muslim Money Talk, host Areeb Siddiqui is back in Riyadh with Morrad Irsane, co-founder & CEO of Takadao...

📱 This episode is brought to you by Kestrl — the app helping Muslims spend, save, and grow their wealth without compromise. Order your watermelon-themed debit card, earn Sharia-compliant rewards, and screen your spending against your values. Download on the App Store or Google Play. https://kestrl.io/ Do British Muslims have a crisis in belonging? In the season two premiere of Muslim Money Talk,...

This episode is brought to you by Kestrl - the app helping Muslims to spend, store and grow their wealth without compromise! 📲 Download today on App Store and Google Play here: https://kestrl.io/get-the-app Recorded live in front of an audience at Muslim Tech Fest. This episode asks whether the UK can actually become the global capital of Islamic finance — why halal home finance still costs 2% mo...

This episode is brought to you by Kestrl - the digital bank helping to grow your wealth without compromise!📲 Download today on App Store and Google play here: https://kestrl.io/get-the-app This episode dives into financial compatibility before marriage, the realities of Mahr, prenups, and how unspoken financial expectations can lead to divorce. Guest experts:Sannah Khan & Dr. Mohammed Sinan A...

This episode of Muslim Money Talk dives into the dangers of poor succession planning, inheritance disputes, and the looming inheritance tax crisis for Muslim families and business owners in the UK. Guest expert Ruzwan Boota shares real-life case studies, explains Sharia-compliant wills, and highlights urgent steps families must take to protect wealth, avoid riba, and preserve unity. This podcast i...

In this episode of Muslim Money Talk , Pontus Selander shares his journey from atheist stockbroker-in-training in Sweden to embracing Islam and becoming a leader in Islamic finance with Saturna Capital. He and host Areeb Siddiqui dive into halal investing, ESG, the challenges of Islamic wealth management, and how Muslims can start investing responsibly, even with small amounts. This podcast is hos...

A candid conversation with financial advisor Faisal Sheikh challenges the Muslim community’s obsession with buy-to-let property and the recent outperformance narrative of Sharia funds, urging a shift toward backing real, productive businesses. The episode also wrestles with crypto’s value (or lack thereof) in Islamic ethics, practical portfolio constraints for everyday Muslims, and building financ...

The episode follows Sheikh Salman Hassan’s personal shift from a transactional view of Islam and Islamic finance to a theology-first ethic of reflecting Allah’s attributes in life and business, prioritising real societal benefit over box-ticking legality. He urges collaboration across the industry—even pragmatically working within conventional frameworks when necessary—to tackle poverty and widen...

In this episode, Nabil Kazi shares his journey from working at Disney and Pixar to paving the way for Muslims in Hollywood, highlighting both the challenges and opportunities of representation in entertainment. Alongside his career insights, he reflects on personal experiences, global travels, and how storytelling can reshape narratives about Muslims worldwide. This podcast is hosted by Areeb Sidd...

This episode explores the challenges Muslims in the UK face around wealth creation, from limited savings to a lack of financial literacy. Guests Ahmad Ayoubi and Adel Bereksi-Reguig, co-founders of Nisba, share their personal journeys and vision for empowering Muslims with halal investment education and tools. This podcast is hosted by Areeb Siddiqui, the founder and CEO of Kestrl, the app that he...

Dr. Mohammed Mustafa, a British-Australian-Palestinian doctor, recounts his harrowing experiences in Gaza, describing the humanitarian catastrophe, targeted destruction of healthcare workers, and his mission to establish a mobile, internationally staffed hospital to save children and rebuild medical infrastructure. He urges collective action, emphasising that every person can contribute to Gaza’s...

In this episode, the Areeb Siddiqui interviews his grandmother, Naina, about her remarkable life spanning pre-partition India, the creation of Pakistan, and her experiences living through pivotal moments in history. She reflects on her family’s legacy, her father’s resistance during partition, and shares advice on marriage, faith, and resilience. This podcast is hosted by Areeb Siddiqui, the found...

In this episode of Muslim Money Talk , host Areeb Siddiqui speaks with Adil Hussain from Islamic Finance Guru (IFG) about the powerful financial lessons found in the Quran and how they can guide Muslims in managing their money ethically. They explore stories from Surah Yusuf and Surah Kahf, the role of Bitcoin and Islamic finance today, and how Muslims can build generational wealth through tools l...

Episode number 50!!! We’re joined by Abdul Haseeb Basit, cofounder of Madinah Angels to discuss Islamophobia in the startup ecosystem, prompted by controversial comments from a top VC partner, and explore how Muslim entrepreneurs can build their own spaces and funding networks. They also delve into the origins and growth of Madinah Angels and the Muslim CEOs Dinner series, aimed at empowering Musl...

Meet Rehan Ahmed, founder of Halal Stocks, an Australian based FinTech on a mission to give investors an unfair advantage in the markets.  Ethan shares his journey from tech to the Muslim Charity sector and how a shocking revelation led him to founding Halal Stocks. We discussed the evolution of halal investing, why you really can beat the markets, practices of the early Muslims and crucially: how...

In this  episode of Muslim Money Talk , Areeb Siddiqui speaks with Khizar Muhammad, a Shariah scholar and Islamic finance professional, about the often-overlooked intersection of money and marriage in Muslim communities. They explore topics such as mahr (dowry), prenups, financial expectations, marital communication, and societal shifts that are reshaping how Muslim couples approach marriage today...

In this episode of Muslim Money Talk , Omar Khaliel, co-founder of the Riba Free Foundation and Muslim CEOs Collective, discusses the urgent need for ethical, long-term Muslim leadership rooted in Islamic principles. He and host Areeb Siddiqui explore wealth stewardship, the importance of servant-led leadership, and how Muslim CEOs can build generational impact by fostering a values-driven, collab...

In this episode of Muslim Money Talk, co-founders Areeb Siddiqui and Daeng Termizi dive deep into the journey of building Kestrl, a Muslim fintech startup, from meeting during their MBAs at Cambridge to launching a full-fledged digital Islamic bank. They also explore the philosophy behind Islamic economics, Malaysia’s unique position in Islamic finance, and reflect on the spiritual and economic mo...

Today we’re joined by Mohammed Shoaib, Head of Sales and Marketing at Muslim Kids TV, to discuss the urgent need for high-quality, values-aligned Muslim children’s media.  They explore Shoaib’s personal journey through faith, fatherhood, and media, diving into how Islamic content creation can combat harmful mainstream narratives and influence the next generation positively. This podcast is hosted...

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...