Episodes
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In this much anticipated episode of the Blood Brothers Podcast, Dilly Hussain speaks with the prominent American Muslim debater, lecturer and YouTuber Daniel Haqiqatjou.
DISCLAIMER: This episode was filmed on 11/10/23.
Topics of discussion include:
Daniel's public exchange with Uthman ibn Farooq at the 'Authentic Ilm Conference' in November 2022.Daniel's heated exchange with Imam Suhaib Webb outside the Maryam Islamic Centre in Houston in July 2023.Who are the American 'Dawah Mafia'?Muslims allying with pro-LGBTQ groups to fight Islamophobia.Is there a need for Muslim women's leadership?Secular liberalism's negative impact on dawah and Muslim activism.Muslim marriages that require mothers and wives to work.FOLLOW 5PILLARS ON: Website: https://5pillarsuk.comYouTube: https://youtube.com/@5PillarsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/5pillarsukInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/5pillarsnewsTwitter: https://twitter.com/5PillarsukTelegram: https://t.me/s/news5PillarsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@5pillarsnews -
In this episode of the Blood Brothers Podcast, Dilly Hussain speaks with Mnar Adley, the founder and director of the U.S. based pro-Palestine media outlet Mint Press News.
Topics of discussion include:
Getting into journalism and starting Mint Press News.Living under Israeli occupation from the age of 9-13.The war in Syria and the role of the West and its regional proxies.The betrayal of Arab rulers and regimes over Palestine.The 'Axis of Assistance' and the Axis of Resistance.U.S. complicity in the Gaza genocide and Muslim support for Democrats. FOLLOW 5PILLARS ON: Website: https://5pillarsuk.comYouTube: https://youtube.com/@5PillarsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/5pillarsukInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/5pillarsnewsTwitter: https://twitter.com/5PillarsukTelegram: https://t.me/s/news5PillarsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@5pillarsnews -
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In this episode of the Blood Brothers Podcast, Dilly Hussain speaks with Dr. Farooq Azizi, the chief advisor to the Ministry of Commerce and Industry of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan.
Topics of discussion include:
How much has the $9.5 billion assets frozen by the U.S. impacted trade and commerce in Afghanistan?How much has negative media coverage and Western propaganda affected foreign companies investing in Afghanistan? What have been the biggest challenges for Afghanistan since U.S. forces left in August 2021? Has the lack of recognition from the international community of the Islamic Emirate affected industry and commerce in Afghanistan?What are Afghanistan's biggest exports? Who is Afghanistan currently trading with?How does Afghanistan plan on accessing, extracting and monetising the vast natural minerals it has?How does Sharia law impact the availability of loans and liquidity for businesses and investors?Advice to Afghan investors and entrepreneurs living abroad. FOLLOW 5PILLARS ON: Website: https://5pillarsuk.comYouTube: https://youtube.com/@5PillarsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/5pillarsukInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/5pillarsnewsTwitter: https://twitter.com/5PillarsukTelegram: https://t.me/s/news5PillarsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@5pillarsnews -
In this exclusive episode of the Blood Brothers Podcast, Dilly Hussain speaks with the spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, Abdul Qahar Balkhi.
Topics of discussion include:
What have been the biggest achievements and challenges for Afghanistan since liberation?Recognition and engagement with the international community.The reopening of girls and women’s education.Tensions and relations with Pakistan.Sheikh Hasina stepping down and the future of Bangladesh.Dr. Aafia Siddiqui and the persecution of Uyghur Muslims.Islamic brotherhood and Muslim unity in the west.Israel’s ongoing genocide in Gaza.FOLLOW 5PILLARS ON: Website: https://5pillarsuk.comYouTube: https://youtube.com/@5PillarsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/5pillarsukInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/5pillarsnewsTwitter: https://twitter.com/5PillarsukTelegram: https://t.me/s/news5PillarsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@5pillarsnews -
In this episode of the Blood Brothers Podcast, Dilly Hussain speaks with the prominent Palestinian American scholar of decolonisation and Islamic theology, and the co-founder of Zaytuna College, Dr. Hatem Bazian. Topics of discussion include: What have pro-Palestine student encampments achieved? Institutional decolonialism and decolonialism in reality. Pride month and LGBTQ support for Palestine, and support for Palestine at Glastonbury Festival. Is the mainstreaming of the Palestinian cause a positive development? Who are the real allies and gatekeepers of the Palestinian cause? Palestinians? Arabs? Muslims? Socialists? Anti-war left?U.S. hegemony in the Muslim world and American Muslim patriotism. Is there a conflict between the two? Gulf normalisation with Israel, Arab/Muslim world’s inaction over Gaza, and boycotting.Muslim leadership in the west calling for normalisation with Israel via “Abrahamic” interfaith. FOLLOW 5PILLARS ON: Website: https://5pillarsuk.comYouTube: https://youtube.com/@5PillarsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/5pillarsukInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/5pillarsnewsTwitter: https://twitter.com/5PillarsukTelegram: https://t.me/s/news5PillarsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@5pillarsnews
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In this much anticipated episode of the Blood Brothers Podcast, Dilly Hussain spoke with the prominent thinker, writer, researcher, and founder of the Thinking Muslim Podcast, Muhammad Jalal.
Topics of discussion include:
Podcasting styles and principles of platforming guests.Is George Galloway an ally or an opportunist?American hegemony, Saudi Arabia and the UAE.The Labour Party enabling Israel’s genocide in Gaza.UK general elections 2024, Labour loyalties and The Muslim Vote.Independent candidates, Workers Party and split votes. Predictions on key pro-Palestine candidates.Voting as a general political strategy for Muslims in Britain.FOLLOW 5PILLARS ON: Website: https://5pillarsuk.comYouTube: https://youtube.com/@5PillarsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/5pillarsukInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/5pillarsnewsTwitter: https://twitter.com/5PillarsukTelegram: https://t.me/s/news5PillarsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@5pillarsnews -
In this episode of the Blood Brothers Podcast, Dilly Hussain speaks with the Kashmiri activist, pro-Palestine campaigner and businessman from Birmingham, Shakeel Afsar. Topics of discussion include:Gaza genocide and British government’s complicity.Punishing Labour and running as an independent parliamentary candidate in Birmingham Hall Green. Why now? Why independent and not Workers Party?Have critics or opposition raised anything about Shakeel’s firebrand activism on LGBTQ education, Hindutva and Kashmir?Tahir Ali MP was critical of Muslim parents protesting against RSE education, but he voted for a ceasefire. Should Labour MPs that voted for a ceasefire also be unseated and punished?The Muslim Vote’s mediation and management of the independent candidates split vote situation in Hall Green.What is Shakeel offering and promising constituents besides Gaza?Why should a non-Muslim in Hall Green who doesn’t care for Gaza vote for him? FOLLOW 5PILLARS ON: Website: https://5pillarsuk.comYouTube: https://youtube.com/@5PillarsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/5pillarsukInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/5pillarsnews Twitter: https://twitter.com/5Pillarsuk Telegram: https://t.me/s/news5Pillars TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@5pillarsnews
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In this episode of the Blood Brothers Podcast, Dilly Hussain speaks with the veteran disabled pro-Palestine campaigner and Muslim convert, Jody Mcintyre. Topics of discussion include:Labour Party’s enabling of Israel’s genocide in Gaza.Unseating Labour and running as a parliamentary candidate for Wokers Party in Birmingham Yardley. What led to this decision?Have critics or opposition raised Jody’s disability as a reason not to vote for him?Disability representation in society and politics.Jess Phillips and her support for Labour Friends of Israel.How mainstream are anti-trans and anti-LGBT views among British people?What is Jody offering and promising constituents besides Gaza? Why should a non-Muslim in Yardley who doesn’t care for Gaza vote for Workers Party?FOLLOW 5PILLARS ON: Website: https://5pillarsuk.comYouTube: https://youtube.com/@5PillarsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/5pillarsukInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/5pillarsnews Twitter: https://twitter.com/5Pillarsuk Telegram: https://t.me/s/news5Pillars TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@5pillarsnews
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In this episode of the Blood Brothers Podcast, Dilly Hussain speaks with the social justice activist, criminal defence lawyer, and the owner of Luton-based law firm Liberty Law, Attiq Malik. Topics of discussion include:Gaza genocide, UK protests, and media hit job on Attiq’s advisory role to the Met Police.Punishing Labour and running as an independent parliamentary candidate in Luton south.Losing 2015 general election. Why does Attiq think 2024 will be any different?Central government failings in Luton, tribal politics and Labour loyalties. What is Attiq offering constituents besides Gaza? Why would a non-Muslim in Luton who doesn't care for Gaza vote independent?Poverty, ethical politics, and the causes of social ills.FOLLOW 5PILLARS ON: Website: https://5pillarsuk.comYouTube: https://youtube.com/@5PillarsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/5pillarsukInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/5pillarsnews Twitter: https://twitter.com/5Pillarsuk Telegram: https://t.me/s/news5Pillars TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@5pillarsnews
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In this episode of the Blood Brothers Podcast, Dilly Hussain speaks with the veteran British politician, anti-war campaigner, and the leader of the Workers Party Britain, George Galloway MP. Topics of discussion include:Rochdale by-election victory in February, and the British establishment's response (PM Rishi Sunak's emergency speech).'Sectarian politics' and the Muslim Vote. How important is the Muslim bloc vote to the Workers Party in this general election?What should the approach be to pro-Palestine Labour MPs?Aaron Bastani's hit job on Novaro Media. How mainstream is social conservatism among ordinary Brits, especially over LGBTQ education? Immigration and foreign policy. Withdrawal from NATO, strengthening Russia and China, Ukraine war. Why is the Workers Party standing candidates in constituencies where there are independent candidates endorsed by The Muslim Vote? Muslims who have reservations to vote for Workers Party because of George's stances on Russia, Bashar Al-Assad and Uyghur Muslims.FOLLOW 5PILLARS ON: Website: https://5pillarsuk.comYouTube: https://youtube.com/@5PillarsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/5pillarsukInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/5pillarsnews Twitter: https://twitter.com/5Pillarsuk Telegram: https://t.me/s/news5Pillars TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@5pillarsnews
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In this episode of the Blood Brothers Podcast, Dilly Hussain speaks with British Bangladeshi imam, broadcaster and politician, Ajmal Masroor. Topics of discussion include:Who are the different players and stakeholders in Tower Hamlets?Running as an independent parliamentary candidate in the constituency of Bethnal Green and Stepney.Deadlock with Tasnime Akunjee and the subsequent resolution.Rabina Khan, the Liberal Democrats and party politics.Ajmal’s previous unsuccessful general election campaigns with the Liberal Democrats.Unseating Rushanara Ali and punishing Labour of the Gaza genocide.FOLLOW 5PILLARS ON: Website: https://5pillarsuk.comYouTube: https://youtube.com/@5PillarsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/5pillarsukInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/5pillarsnews Twitter: https://twitter.com/5Pillarsuk Telegram: https://t.me/s/news5Pillars TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@5pillarsnews
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In this episode of the Blood Brothers Podcast, Dillt Hussain speaks with the former South African member of parliament, anti-apartheid activist and investigative author, Andrew Feinstein. Topics of discussion include:Apartheid South Africa, the ANC, and Andrew's family background. Does Israel meet the threshold for an apartheid state? The Gaza genocide and standing as independent parliamentary candidate for Holborn & St.Pancras. Labour Party, enabling genocide and unseating Keir Starmer. Muslim voters in Holborn and St.Pancras, and the split vote situation?Does Andrew think he has an actual chance of winning?FOLLOW 5PILLARS ON: Website: https://5pillarsuk.comYouTube: https://youtube.com/@5PillarsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/5pillarsukInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/5pillarsnews Twitter: https://twitter.com/5Pillarsuk Telegram: https://t.me/s/news5Pillars TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@5pillarsnews
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In this episode of the Blood Brothers Podcast, Dilly Hussain spoke with the founder and CEO of the largest Muslim matrimonial app Muzz (formerly MuzMatch), Shahzad Younas. Topics of discussion include: - Lawsuit: MuzMatch vs Match Group. Background, outcome and aftermath.- Muslim matrimony, culture, and shifting mindsets.- Adeem Younis, Penny Appeal, British Muslim TV and SingleMuslim.com- Responding to critics of the Muzz brand - liberal, inappropriate and unIslamic.- New social media app 'Muzz Social' and the need for independent Muslim social media platforms. FOLLOW 5PILLARS ON: Website: https://5pillarsuk.comYouTube: https://youtube.com/@5PillarsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/5pillarsukInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/5pillarsnews Twitter: https://twitter.com/5Pillarsuk Telegram: https://t.me/s/news5Pillars TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@5pillarsnews
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In this episode of the Blood Brothers Podcast, Dilly Hussain speaks with criminal defence lawyer and the independent parliamentary candidate for Birmingham Ladywood, Akhmed Yakoob.
Topics of discussion include:
Akhmed’s background and upbringing in Birmingham, and getting into criminal law.Buying a law firm, American advertising and becoming a social media influencer.Q&A and clarifications on specific criminal laws.Gaza genocide and the West Midlands mayoral race.Clarification on the doctored “racist” Labour campaigner video.General elections and dethroning Labour’s Shabana Mahmood in Birmingham Ladywood.FOLLOW 5PILLARS ON: Website: https://5pillarsuk.comYouTube: https://youtube.com/@5PillarsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/5pillarsukInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/5pillarsnews Twitter: https://twitter.com/5Pillarsuk Telegram: https://t.me/s/news5Pillars TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@5pillarsnews -
In this episode of the Blood Brothers Podcast, Dilly Hussain speaks with the controversial and unorthodox preacher of Islamic eschatology, Shaykh Imran Hosein.
Topics of discussion include:
End of Times prophecies: Yajuj and Majuj, the sun rising from the west, and the identity of Dajjal.Why does the guest have such disparaging views of the Ottomans?Did Sultan Fatih fulfil the prophecy of the conquest of Constantinople?Why does the guest refuse to categorise Orthodox Christians as disbelievers?The guest’s support and praise of Russia and Vladimir Putin. The guest’s views on the Syrian war, the Bosnian genocide, and China’s persecution of Uyghur Muslims.The guest’s unorthodox and controversial interpretation of the Quranic verses 43:61.Does the guest believe the Quran is perfectly preserved?Accusations of being a heretic, closet Shia and a Russian agent. FOLLOW 5PILLARS ON: Website: https://5pillarsuk.comYouTube: https://youtube.com/@5PillarsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/5pillarsukInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/5pillarsnews Twitter: https://twitter.com/5Pillarsuk Telegram: https://t.me/s/news5Pillars TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@5pillarsnews -
In this much anticipated episode of the Blood Brothers Podcast, Dilly Hussain speaks with the prominent British Christian nationalist activist, Jayda Fransen. Topics of discussion include:Jayda's family background and teenage years growing up in south London.White identity, white guilt, and Christianity in Britain. The Woolwich attack and Jayda’s journey to right-wing/nationalist activism.The EDL, Britain First, mosque invasions, and Jayda’s relationship with Paul Golding.From Catholicism to becoming a Reformed Christian. Why did Jayda make this transition? Has it made her a better Christian? Western non-Muslim women, Muslim women, and Jayda's views on marriage and motherhood.Gaza genocide, anti-Zionism and antisemitism.FOLLOW 5PILLARS ON: Website: https://5pillarsuk.comYouTube: https://youtube.com/@5PillarsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/5pillarsukInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/5pillarsnews Twitter: https://twitter.com/5Pillarsuk Telegram: https://t.me/s/news5Pillars TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@5pillarsnews
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In this episode of the Blood Brothers Podcast, Dilly Hussain spoke with the viral Irish comedian and social media influencer, Tadhg Hickey.
Topics of discussion include:
Tadhg's father, childhood, and growing up in Cork. Struggle with alcoholism, and alcohol as a social norm in the West.Tadgh's experience, observation and journey with religion and God.Comedy and TikTok sketches. Should there be red lines in comedy?Gaza genocide, Zionism, and Ireland’s solidarity with Palestine. Growing anti-immigration sentiments and ethno-nationalism in Ireland.FOLLOW 5PILLARS ON: Website: https://5pillarsuk.com YouTube: https://youtube.com/@5PillarsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/5pillarsuk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/5pillarsnews Twitter: https://twitter.com/5Pillarsuk Telegram: https://t.me/s/news5Pillars TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@5pillarsnews -
In this episode of the Blood Brothers Podcast, Dilly Hussain speaks with the co-founder of the Palestine Action group, Huda Ammori.
Topics of discussion include: Huda's heritage and background. Huda before Palestine Action. How, and when did Huda get into political activism?Co-founding Palestine Action: ideas, values and objectives.Palestine Solidarity Movement: How is Palestine Action's relationship with other groups? Elbit Systems shutdown, direct action, and what critics describe as "vandalism protest".Can or has Palestine Action ever been infiltrated by undercover police, journalists or agitators?Have any pro-Palestine groups been compromised? What does the Palestinian cause mean for Huda? Is it religious/political/racial/humanitarian/social justice/national liberation? FOLLOW 5PILLARS ON: Website: https://5pillarsuk.com YouTube: https://youtube.com/@5PillarsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/5pillarsuk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/5pillarsnews Twitter: https://twitter.com/5Pillarsuk Telegram: https://t.me/s/news5Pillars TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@5pillarsnews -
In this episode of the Blood Brothers Podcast, Dilly Hussain speaks with the former Labour MP of Derby and the deputy leader of Workers Party Britain, Chris Williamson.
Topics of discussion include:
Chris' tenure as Labour MP for Derby North.Zionist purge of Labour under Jeremy Corbyn.Corbyn's mistakes and appeasement of the Zionist lobby.Traditional socialism vs Neoliberalism.George Galloway's Rochdale by-election victory.The Muslim vote, Gaza genocide, and punishing Labour.FOLLOW 5PILLARS ON: Website: https://5pillarsuk.comYouTube: https://youtube.com/@5PillarsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/5pillarsukInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/5pillarsnewsTwitter: https://twitter.com/5PillarsukTelegram: https://t.me/s/news5PillarsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@5pillarsnews -
In this episode of the Blood Brothers Podcast, Dilly Hussain speaks with entrepreneur, relationship coach and the BBC Apprentice candidate, Dr. Asif Munaf.
Topics of discussion include:
BBC The Apprentice: background, process and chronology.The BBC accommodating Dr. Munaf’s religious requirements.Anti-Zionist tweets and the beginning of the witch-hunt.BBC diversity training, cut from the Apprentice spin-off show, and suspended by the GMC.State of Muslim marriages. - Divorce, ‘passport bros’ and Morocco.South Asian/Desi culture and Islam.Tabarruj, ghayra and dayouth.Red flags when seeking a spouseFOLLOW 5PILLARS ON: Website: https://5pillarsuk.comYouTube: https://youtube.com/@5PillarsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/5pillarsukInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/5pillarsnewsTwitter: https://twitter.com/5PillarsukTelegram: https://t.me/s/news5PillarsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@5pillarsnews - Show more
