Loud It Up: Recent Episodes
Sofiyyat Ayinla
Just a 20 something year old unapologetic black muslim woman Loud'ing' it up! Loud It Up is an authentic, unfiltered podcast which facilitates conversations with underrepresented women who are all about being unapologetically themselves, living loudly and proudly within all aspects of their identity!
After what feels like forever I am back with another Solo episode. This episode is essentially a little life update as to where I've been in the past 5 months, from Umrah, to 3rd year exams and my 22nd birthday, i let you in on all the ups and downs. It's a little different from what you're used to but I hope you enjoy it nonetheless.
Loud It Up is an unapologetic, unfiltered podcast which facilitates conversations with women who are all about being unapologetically themselves, living loudly and proudly within all aspects of our identity.
If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share and leave a review. I would also love to hear your thoughts on any of the books I mentioned, if you've read them and any other recommendations you have for me. Thank you for all the support thus far.
For any updates on Loud It Up check out our instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/louditup.pod/
Welcome to another episode of Loud It Up. In this episode I am joined by Aminah where we discuss all things growth and adulting.
Loud It Up is an unapologetic, unfiltered podcast which facilitates conversations with underrepresented women who are all about being unapologetically themselves, living loudly and proudly within all aspects of our identity.
If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share and leave a review. I would also love to hear your thoughts on any of the books I mentioned, if you've read them and any other recommendations you have for me. Thank you for all the support thus far.
For any updates on Loud It Up check out our instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/louditup.pod/
Welcome to another episode of Loud It Up. In this episode I share a quick life update and talk about how important silence can be sometimes. Additionally, I do a call out for dilemmas which myself and Melo could answer once a month - so if anyone has any dilemmas please DM @louditup.pod on insta.
Loud It Up is an unapologetic, unfiltered podcast which facilitates conversations with underrepresented women who are all about being unapologetically themselves, living loudly and proudly within all aspects of our identity.
If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share and leave a review. I would also love to hear your thoughts on any of the books I mentioned, if you've read them and any other recommendations you have for me. Thank you for all the support thus far.
For any updates on Loud It Up check out our instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/louditup.pod/
Welcome to another episode of Loud It Up. In this episode I am joined by Sahra-Isha - researcher, writer and founder of Asra - where we discuss her journey with running, the challenges she has faced running as a black Muslim woman, founding Asra and much more.
Loud It Up is an unapologetic, unfiltered podcast which facilitates conversations with underrepresented women who are all about being unapologetically themselves, living loudly and proudly within all aspects of our identity.
If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share and leave a review. I would also love to hear your thoughts on any of the books I mentioned, if you've read them and any other recommendations you have for me. Thank you for all the support thus far.
Check out and support Asra on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/asra.club/
For any updates on Loud It Up check out our instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/louditup.pod/
TRIGGER WARNING: IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS SUICIDE, SUICIDAL IDEATION AND MENTAL HEALTH STRUGGLES.
Welcome to another episode of Loud It Up. In this episode I discuss my recent reads, "A Little Life" by Hanya Yanigahara and "Notes On Suicide" by Simon Critchley. I discuss the taboo nature surrounding suicide. Towards the end of the episode I also redefine what 'Loud It Up" is and what I aim to achieve with it.
Loud It Up is an unapologetic, unfiltered podcast which facilitates conversations with underrepresented women who are all about being unapologetically themselves, living loudly and proudly within all aspects of our identity.
If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share and leave a review. I would also love to hear your thoughts on any of the books I mentioned, if you've read them and any other recommendations you have for me. Thank you for all the support thus far.
For any updates on Loud It Up check out our instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/louditup.pod/
Welcome to another episode of Loud It Up. In this episode I am joined by Jade, where we round up what our year has been like and what we are looking forward to in 2022.
Loud It Up is an unapologetic, unfiltered podcast which facilitates conversations with underrepresented women who are all about being unapologetically themselves, living loudly and proudly within all aspects of their identity.
If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share and leave a review. Thank you for all the support thus far.
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Welcome to another episode of Loud It Up. In this episode I am joined by my little sister Mariam where we just catch-up and have a chilled conversation about what it was like growing up as siblings,
Loud It Up is an unapologetic, unfiltered podcast which facilitates conversations with underrepresented women who are all about being unapologetically themselves, living loudly and proudly within all aspects of our identity.
If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share and leave a review. Thank you for all the support thus far.
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Welcome to another episode of Loud It Up. In this episode I am joined by Mahmoudat Sanni, where we explore the differences in UK & Nigerian education system, what it beans to be Black & British, activism and why foreboding joy is detrimental.
Loud It Up is an unapologetic, unfiltered podcast which facilitates conversations with underrepresented women who are all about being unapologetically themselves, living loudly and proudly within all aspects of our identity.
If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share and leave a review. I would also love to hear your thoughts on any of the books or topics mentioned, if you've read them and any other recommendations you have for me. Thank you for all the support thus far.
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Welcome to another episode of Loud It Up. In this episode I discuss my recent reads, November 9 by Colleen Hoover, Ugly Love by Colleen Hoover, Where The Crawdad's Sing by Delia Owens, Prison Doctor by Amanda Brown and War Doctor by David Notts. I also explore just how much I've learnt from reading and share my thoughts on mental health since becoming God conscious?
Loud It Up is an unapologetic, unfiltered podcast which facilitates conversations with underrepresented women who are all about being unapologetically themselves, living loudly and proudly within all aspects of our identity.
If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share and leave a review. I would also love to hear your thoughts on any of the books I mentioned, if you've read them and any other recommendations you have for me. Thank you for all the support thus far.
For any updates on Loud It Up check out our instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/louditup.pod/
Welcome to another episode of Loud It Up. In this episode, I am joined with the beautiful Mariam Asani - founder of Asanibrand. We divulge in our respective Hijab stories, how beautiful it is to leave something for the sake of Allah and the beginnings of Asanibrand.
Loud It Up is an unapologetic, unfiltered podcast which facilitates conversations with underrepresented women who are all about being unapologetically themselves, living loudly and proudly within all aspects of our identity.
If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share and leave a review. Thank you for all the support thus far. For any updates on Loud It Up check out our instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/louditup.pod/
Welcome to another episode of Loud It Up. In this episode, I catchup with Melo (the owner of https://www.instagram.com/podcaststudiohire/) and we discuss my disappearance, how scary social media can be, the concept of time and the importance of contentment in what Allah has blessed us with.
Loud It Up is an unapologetic, unfiltered podcast which facilitates conversations with underrepresented women who are all about being unapologetically themselves, living loudly and proudly within all aspects of our identity.
If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share and leave a review. Thank you for all the support thus far. For any updates on Loud It Up check out our instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/louditup.pod/
Welcome to another episode of Loud It Up. In this episode, I am joined by the amazing Kemi, where we discuss her career thus far working as a civil servant, being established before marriage and the power of Dua.
Loud It Up is an unapologetic, unfiltered podcast which facilitates conversations with underrepresented women who are all about being unapologetically themselves, living loudly and proudly within all aspects of our identity.
If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share and leave a review. Thank you for all the support thus far. For any updates on Loud It Up check out our instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/louditup.pod/
Welcome to another episode of Loud It Up. In this episode, I am joined by the beautiful Hamidah, where we discuss what it's like as black muslim women pursuing professional careers, our experiences travelling and our journeys to self-confidence as well as so much more.
Loud It Up is an unapologetic, unfiltered podcast which facilitates conversations with underrepresented women who are all about being unapologetically themselves, living loudly and proudly within all aspects of our identity.
If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share and leave a review. Thank you for all the support thus far. For any updates on Loud It Up check out our instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/louditup.pod/ and follow Hamidah to see all that she gets up to travelling and more https://www.instagram.com/hamidahmoradeke/
Welcome to another episode of Loud It Up. In this episode, I am joined once again by Jade, where we discuss my upcoming exams, being featured by Spotify as part of the Ramadan hub and Jade's take on faith.
Loud It Up is an unapologetic, unfiltered podcast which facilitates conversations with underrepresented women who are all about being unapologetically themselves, living loudly and proudly within all aspects of our identity.
If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share and leave a review. Thank you for all the support thus far. For any updates on Loud It Up check out our instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/louditup.pod/
Welcome to another episode of Loud It Up. In this episode, I share my excitement for Ramadan, how I am preparing for Ramadan and the concept of 'Ramadan Muslims". This may or may not be the last time for a while, hence why it is goodbye for now.
Loud It Up is an unapologetic, unfiltered podcast which facilitates conversations with underrepresented women who are all about being unapologetically themselves, living loudly and proudly within all aspects of our identity.
If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share and leave a review. Thank you for all the support thus far. For any updates on Loud It Up check out our instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/louditup.pod/
Welcome to another episode of Loud It Up. In this episode, I reflect over this week's recent events and share my thought on them. It's a bit of a messy one this week as I struggle to articulate myself and gather my thoughts.
Loud It Up is an unapologetic, unfiltered podcast which facilitates conversations with underrepresented women who are all about being unapologetically themselves, living loudly and proudly within all aspects of our identity.
If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share and leave a review. Thank you for all the support thus far. For any updates on Loud It Up check out our instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/louditup.pod/
Welcome to another episode of Loud It Up. In this episode, it's just me, myself and I as I explore a new style/structure and discuss the importance of reflection, renewing intentions and Taddabbur.
Loud It Up is an unapologetic, unfiltered podcast which facilitates conversations with underrepresented women who are all about being unapologetically themselves, living loudly and proudly within all aspects of our identity.
If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share and leave a review. Thank you for all the support thus far. For any updates on Loud It Up check out our instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/louditup.pod/
Welcome to another episode of Loud It Up. In this episode, I am joined by Hawa where we loud up all the work she does with CAD-HR, as well as the importance of giving charity and remaining humble.
Loud It Up is an unapologetic, unfiltered podcast which facilitates conversations with underrepresented women who are all about being unapologetically themselves, living loudly and proudly within all aspects of our identity.
Be sure to check out CADHR on instagram (https://www.instagram.com/caddhr/) for more information on how to support them with all the work they do.
If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share and leave a review. Thank you for all the support thus far. For any updates on Loud It Up check out our instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/louditup.pod/
Welcome to another episode of Loud It Up. In this episode, I am joined by Aishat where we loud up the Muslim Room, as well as her journey to becoming an educational psychologist, and what it means to truly have patience during hardships.
Loud It Up is an unapologetic, unfiltered podcast which facilitates conversations with underrepresented women who are all about being unapologetically themselves, living loudly and proudly within all aspects of our identity.
Be sure to check out thepsychtalk on instagram (https://www.instagram.com/thepsychtalk_/) for motivational and inspiring quotes to boost your momentum as well as ways to better our mental wellbeing
If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share and leave a review. Thank you for all the support thus far. For any updates on Loud It Up check out our instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/louditup.pod/
Welcome to another episode of Loud It Up. In this episode, I am joined by a good friend and mentor Khadija where we loud up her medical journey thus far, all the work she does with diversity and inclusivity within medical educations, as well as any pressures she faces as she transits from being a medical student to a junior doctor.
Loud It Up is an unapologetic, unfiltered podcast which facilitates conversations with underrepresented women who are all about being unapologetically themselves, living loudly and proudly within all aspects of our identity.
Be sure to check out Khadija's instagram (https://www.instagram.com/khadijaowusu/) to keep up with her medic journey and follow MelaninMedics (https://www.instagram.com/melaninmedics/) for more information on how you could support them in promoting diversity in Medicine, widening aspirations & aiding career progression for African & Caribbean students & doctors.
If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share and leave a review. Thank you for all the support thus far. For any updates on Loud It Up check out our instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/louditup.pod/
Welcome to another episode of Loud It Up. In this episode, I am joined by Faizah where we loud up her Law journey, what she would tell her 20 year old self and our thoughts on the current Muslamic dating scene.
Loud It Up is an unapologetic, unfiltered podcast which facilitates conversations with underrepresented women who are all about being unapologetically themselves, living loudly and proudly within all aspects of our identity.
Be sure to check out Faizah's instagram (https://www.instagram.com/faizavelli/) to keep up with her Law journey and Hersisterscircle (https://www.instagram.com/hersisterscircle/) for any future events.
If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share and leave a review. Thank you for all the support thus far. For any updates on Loud It Up check out our instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/louditup.pod/
TRIGGER WARNING: IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS MENTAL HEALTH, SUICIDE AND NEAR DEATH EXPERIENCES
Welcome to another episode of Loud It Up. In this episode, I am joined by Jamila where we loud up our experiences with mental health as well as talking in depth about her near death experience and what it taught her.
Loud It Up is an unapologetic, unfiltered podcast which facilitates conversations with underrepresented women who are all about being unapologetically themselves, living loudly and proudly within all aspects of our identity.
Follow Jamila's informative instagram page to keep up with how she is living with an arteriovenous malformation (AVM) (https://www.instagram.com/ab.nvrmal/) as well as her personal page (https://www.instagram.com/jxmilv/).
An arteriovenous malformation (AVM) is an abnormal tangle of blood vessels connecting arteries and veins, which disrupts normal blood flow and oxygen circulation. An AVM can cause hemorrhaging (bleeding) both into the brain and around the brain, seizures, headaches and neurological problems such as paralysis or loss of speech, memory or vision. AVMs that bleed can lead to serious neurological problems and sometimes death.For more information please visit the NHS website or speak to your doctor!
If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share and leave a review. Thank you for all the support thus far. For any updates on Loud It Up check out our instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/louditup.pod/
Welcome to another episode of Loud It Up. In this episode, I am joined by Ruky where we loud up her experience growing up in an interfaith household, her thoughts on interfaith relationships and the concept of submissiveness to your partner.
Loud It Up is an unapologetic, unfiltered podcast which facilitates conversations with underrepresented women who are all about being unapologetically themselves, living loudly and proudly within all aspects of our identity.
If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share and leave a review. Thank you for all the support thus far. For any updates on Loud It Up check out our instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/louditup.pod/
Welcome to another episode of Loud It Up. In this episode, I am joined by Zainab Aleema, where we loud up her passion for rugby as well as the struggles she's faced being a black muslim women in the rugby community, we also loud up her neonatal career and how she's able to balance it with being a mum of three under 5!
Loud It Up is an unapologetic, unfiltered podcast which facilitates conversations with underrepresented women who are all about being unapologetically themselves, living loudly and proudly within all aspects of our identity.
Support Zainab with all her projects here:
https://www.instagram.com/zeealema/
https://www.instagram.com/studsinthemud/
https://www.instagram.com/muslimahrugby/
*Just as an update Zainab did win The Times and Vitality's grassroots Sportswoman of the year award for 2020 - Allahuma Barik Lahu
If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share and leave a review. Thank you for all the support thus far. For any updates on Loud It Up check out our instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/louditup.pod/
HAPPY NEW YEAR!
Welcome to another episode of Loud It Up. In this episode, I am joined once again by my amazing co-host Jade, as we chop it up; breaking down 2020, what we think of goals and resolutions and to top it off we have a surprise guest appearance.
Loud It Up is an unapologetic, unfiltered podcast which facilitates conversations with underrepresented women who are all about being unapologetically themselves, living loudly and proudly within all aspects of our identity.
If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share and leave a review. Thank you for all the support thus far. For any updates on Loud It Up check out the instagram: https://www.instagram.com/louditup.pod/
Welcome to another episode of Loud It Up. In this episode, I am joined by Aaira or as some of you know her Tayja, where we discuss her journey to Islam (she even takes her Shahadah for the first time in front of witnesses), her mental health struggles and the comfort and sisterhood she has found online following a viral tweet as well as much more!
Loud It Up is an unapologetic, unfiltered podcast which facilitates conversations with underrepresented women who are all about being unapologetically themselves, living loudly and proudly within all aspects of our identity.
If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share and leave a review. Thank you for all the support thus far. For any updates on Loud It Up check out my instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sofiayinla.xo/
Be sure to check out Tayja's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/britaingwd/ and donate to her fundraiser for homelessness: https://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/fundraiser-display/showROFundraiserPage?pageId=1207231
Welcome to another episode of Loud It Up. In this episode, I am joined by the amazing Aisha, where we discuss society's inadequate approach to disabilities, her returning back to university as a master's student as well as how valuable languages are and much more!
Loud It Up is an unapologetic, unfiltered podcast which facilitates conversations with underrepresented women who are all about being unapologetically themselves, living loudly and proudly within all aspects of our identity.
If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share and leave a review. Thank you for all the support thus far. For any updates on Loud It Up check out my instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sofiayinla.xo/
Be sure to check out bgwritetoo on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bgwritetoo/
and follow Aisha on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theaisharimi/ for more of her works.
Welcome to another episode of Loud It Up. In this episode, I am joined by Khadeejah. We discuss her founding TBMG, Alorah and ThriveTribe, as well as why, as young muslims we need to build a personal connection with the Quran and Allah and how tired we are of only discussing our traumas.
Loud It Up is an unapologetic, unfiltered podcast which facilitates conversations with underrepresented women who are all about being unapologetically themselves, living loudly and proudly within all aspects of our identity.
Be sure to check out and support all of Khadeejah's endeavours!
https://www.instagram.com/itskhadeejahb/
https://www.instagram.com/tbmg.co/
https://www.instagram.com/thrivetribe.co/
Welcome to another episode of Loud It Up. In this episode, I am joined by Aminaah and Safiya, the faces behind Hypehijabi and AJ's bonnets. We discuss their journeys' to starting a business whilst being at university, the importance of looking after your hair as a black hijabi and how they manage to stay motivated with both their business and their Deen.
Loud It Up is an unapologetic, unfiltered podcast which facilitates conversations with underrepresented women who are all about being unapologetically themselves, living loudly and proudly within all aspects of their identity!
Be sure to follow Aminaah on instagram: (https://www.instagram.com/aminaah.o/ ) and check out her graphic designing brand (https://www.instagram.com/hypehijabidesigns/ ) for the best logo's and illustrations - just a side note my logo and podcast artwork was created by her!
Also follow and support Safiya's bonnet business (https://www.instagram.com/ajsbonnets/ ) for the best quality bonnet's you didn't know your hair needed!
Welcome to the second episode of Loud It Up. In this episode, I am joined by a good, long time friend Bintu, where we discuss her being sent back to Nigeria, temptations we may face as young Muslim women and dealing with judgement by non-black Muslims.
Loud It Up is an unapologetic, unfiltered podcast which facilitates conversations with underrepresented women who are all about being unapologetically themselves, living loudly and proudly within all aspects of their identity!
Welcome to the first ever episode of Loud It Up. In this episode, your host - Sofiyyat Ayinla - is joined by her ex co-host - Jade Kirby - where they discuss their journey, who Sofiyyat is and why and how she came up with Loud It Up.
Loud It Up is an authentic, unfiltered podcast which facilitates conversations with underrepresented women who are all about being unapologetically themselves, living loudly and proudly within all aspects of their identity!