Islamic History Podcast

The Songhai Empire: Sunni Ali And Askia Muhammad

This is the third and final episode on the series about Islam in West Africa. As the Mali Empire declines, another is on the rise. In the forgotten city of Gao, the Sunni Dynasty emerges to make the Songhay Empire the dominant force in West Africa. This is done by two very different men. Sunni Ali is a brutal conqueror who strikes fear in the people he conquers. The other is Askia Muhammad, a former slave who rises to become the hope of the Songhay Empire. After the show is over, be sure to visit the Show Noes page. The Show Notes are available at IslamicLearningMaterials.com/Askia. Here's some of what you'll find: The transcript of this episode Social media links to follow the podcast Links to other related resources You can support the Islamic History Podcast by doing one (or more) of the following: Give a monthly pledge on Patreon (great stuff awaits you if you do) Subscribe on iTunes Share with your friends and family You can do it all and more on the Show Notes page: IslamicLearningMaterials.com/Askia

The Mali Empire: Sundiata And Mansa Musa

This is the second episode in our series on Islam in West Africa. In this episode, we're going to explore the origins of the Empire of Mali. We'll also take a look at two of its most popular rulers: Sundiata and Mansa Musa. Sundiata is mostly known through the Epic of Sundiata. While Mansa Musa is mostly known because of his famous Hajj pilgrimage. After the show is over, be sure to visit the Show Notes page.  The Show Notes are available at IslamicLearningMaterials.com/Mali Here's some of what you'll find: The transcript of this episode Social media links to follow the podcast Links to other related resources You can support the Islamic History Podcast by doing one (or more) of the following: Give a monthly pledge on Patreon (great stuff awaits you if you do) Subscribe on iTunes Share with your friends and family You can do it all and more on the Show Notes page: IslamicLearningMaterials.com/Mali

Gao And Ghana

The first in a series to look at the empires of Ghana, Mali, and Songhai. In this episode, we will introduce the series and take an in-depth look at the city-state of Gao and the rise and fall of the Ghana Empire. We'll also discuss one of the more complicated and difficult topics in Islam: African Slavery. After the show is over, be sure to visit the Show Notes page. The Show Notes are available at IslamicLearningMaterials.com/Ghana Here's some of what you'll find: The transcript of this episode Social media links to follow the podcast Links to other related resources You can support the Islamic History Podcast by doing one (or more) of the following: Give a monthly pledge on Patreon Subscribe on iTunes Share with your friends and family You can do it all and more on the Show Notes page: IslamicLearningMaterials.com/Ghana  

Yemen And The Houthis Part II

With Sana'a under Houthi control, the beleaguered Yemeni government calls out for help. They request military intervention from the GCC nations. Saudi Arabia leads a charge to remove the Houthis from the capital and restore President Hadi to power. But the Houthis have not gotten this far by accident. They are on a mission, and they are determined to see it through. In this episode, we'll see the repercussions of the Saudi-led air campaign against the Houthis. We'll get a peek at the international community use Yemen, President Hadi, and the Houthis like pieces in a chess game. After the show is over, be sure to visit the Show Notes page. The Show Notes are available at IslamicLearningMaterials.com/Yemen2 Here's some of what you'll find: The transcript of this episode Links to the Muslim Podcast of the Week Links to other related resources You can support the Islamic History Podcast by doing one (or more) of the following: Give a monthly pledge on Patreon Subscribe on iTunes Share with your friends and family You can do it all and more on the Show Notes page: IslamicLearningMaterials.com/Yemen2

Yemen And The Houthis Part I

In September 2014, the Houthis captured the Yemeni capital of Sanaa. A few months later, Saudi Arabia launched a campaign to remove the Houthis and reinstall President Abdrabuh Mansur Hadi to power. The Saudi-led coalition has pummeled Yemen with airstrikes, leading to thousands of deaths. Many people blame Saudi Arabia for the high death toll in Yemen, but what role did the Houthis play? Who are the Houthis in the first place? And how did they rise to power in Yemen? This episode explores the history of Yemen and how it came to be a nation torn into many pieces.  After the show is over, be sure to visit the Show Notes page. The Show Notes are available at IslamicLearningMaterials.com/Yemen Here's some of what you'll find: The transcript of this episode Follow the podcast on social media Links to other related resources You can support the Islamic History Podcast by doing one (or more) of the following: Give a monthly pledge on Patreon Subscribe on iTunes Share with your friends and family You can do it all and more on the Show Notes page: IslamicLearningMaterials.com/Yemen

The Slander Against Aisha

Aisha, the Prophet's wife, is the victim of salacious gossip and rumors. With no one else to help her, she realizes she can only rely on Allah. Meanwhile, Prophet Muhammad must work hard to keep his small community together. Even though the leader of the hypocrites, Abdullah ibn Ubayy, will do everything to make him fail. After the show is over, be sure to visit the Show Notes page. The Show Notes are available at: IslamicLearningMaterials.com/Ifk Here's some of what you'll find: The transcript for this episode Download of my recent Khutbah, Family and Faith Links to other related resources You can support the Islamic History Podcast by doing one (or more) of the following: Give a monthly pledge on Patreon Subscribe on iTunes Share with your friends and family You can do it all and more at the Show Notes page: IslamicLearningMaterials.com/Ifk

3-10: Mecca And Medina

Instead of bringing peace, the Umayyad victory at Karbala brings even more instability to the Empire. Now the Muslims of Mecca and Medina are more determined than ever to shake off the Umayyad yoke.
In Mecca, Abdullah ibn Zubayr is quietly building his support. He refuses to openly oppose Banu Umayyah, but everyone knows he's up to something.
In Medina, Yazid is quickly losing his grip. Everything he does turns the Muslims of Medina against him even more.

3-9: Sunnis And Shias

A brief overview of the similarities and differences between Sunni and Shia.

3-8: Husayn And Karbala Part 2

Husayn and his group are trapped at Karbala. He tries to negotiate with Banu Umayyah, but it goes nowhere.
This episode explores one of the most tragic and pivotal events in Islamic history. With this episode, the political faction known as Shi'atu Ali become the Shia religious sect.

3-7: Husayn And Karbala Part 1

Husayn is unaware of the fate of his cousin, Muslim ibn Aqeel, in Kufah. The last thing Husayn knew, the Shia in Kufah were waiting for him. With this knowledge, Husayn leaves Mecca with several members of his family, including women and children.
But things are not good in Kufah. Ubaydullah, the governor of Kufah, is ready for Husayn and has sent Umar ibn Sa'd ibn Abi Waqqas with an army of 4000 men to greet him.