What We Want Podcast: Recent Episodes
Tasneem Saith
The What We Want Podcast with Tasneem Saith is designed for Muslim Woman in our society
What do we genuinely want in life? What is our true purpose?
We have so many roles in life as a Muslim woman that we often forget ourselves, our purpose and what makes us truly happy .
This is a space where we inspire creatives to pursue their passions, follow their dreams, aim high to the sky and support a sisterhood of woman inspiring woman. Learning life's lessons from the true heroes, hidden gems & real influences in our community.
Highlighting the importance of mental health in our community @soulful_psychology_mo
I’m excited to introduce our guest, a counseling psychologist and the founder of Soulful Psychology.
I was blown away when I received the advert, a great initiative in our community. Hosted by Brother Mohammed Uzair Bhamjee & Sister Mumtaz Cajee @mumtazcajee for the upcoming pre-marital workshop on the 12th October at Baluchi Restaurant in JHB.
Want to know what inspired this dynamic duo to create this workshop for new couples? Tune in & subscribe to @mlxplus on YouTube to find out! Audio Podcast Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Spreaker and most platforms
Let’s break the stigma surrounding mental health and support each other in our journey towards wellness. #MentalHealthMatters #PreMaritalWorkshop #SoulfulPsychology #Marriage #Children #BreaktheCycle #Podcast #Educating #spreadingawareness
"Voices of Resilience: Gaza Unplugged" Welcome to the another new season of The What We Want Podcast, where we're thrilled to launch an exciting video podcast series in collaboration with MLX Plus on YouTube! Join us in this special episode with Ahmad Ghunaim, a content creator straight out of Gaza as we delve deep into the challenges, triumphs, and innovative spirit of a qualified Nurse who has been vocal about the genocide taking place in Palestine since before the 7th October. This episode features an inspiring individual who bravely used his platforms to address pressing issues—social injustice, his family under duress, and the power of digital storytelling with his documentary on SeenTv “Ahmad Alive”. We here to raise awareness and to never ever stop talking about Palestine. Let's amplify these vital voices together!
Here with Episode 3 on The "What We Want Podcast" on the 10/03/2024 live coverage from Azaadville (A small town in Gauteng Province in South Africa). The community of Azaadville with its warmth and vibrancy welcomes and host the Honourable Minister of International Relations Dr Naledi Pandor-Member of the African National Congress . Listen in to the conversation with dialogue co-ordinator Fasiha Hassan (South African Politician, Lawyer and activist) as these inspirational woman unpack what happend at ICJ and a way forward.
Here with season 3 Episode 2 on the "What We Want" Podcast , its been over 145 days that the world is witnessing a Genocide taking place on the Lands of Palestine. We talk to activist Mumtaz Mooosa Saley all about the occupation and historical events that lead up to this injustice and ethnic cleansing taking place right now towards our muslim brothers, sisters and innocent children in Gaza and surrounds. What can we do...? Be the voice for the voiceless and show our solidarity with our fellow muslims in Filisteen.
Here with Season 3 Episode 1 of the What We Want Podcast was actually scheduled to release 1 month ago, the day the Gaza Genocide began 💔 I honestly had no heart to release the new season especially with all that’s going on in Gaza 🇵🇸…Honestly I don’t think there’s a better time than now. As Shaytaan is working extra hard on us as Muslims to make us feel hopeless and lacking motivation towards building our Aakhirah. This episode is packed of wisdom with Ustaadha Suraya. JazakAllah Khair @suraya_chohan for making the second appearance on the #whatwewantpodcast 🎙️Suraya talks about finding Allah, what our common purpose is in this world and all about her spiritual journey to Yemen
In the third episode of Season 1 the “What We Want Podcast” Host Tasneem Saith goes down memory lane with inspirational Aalima Munira Dendar who speaks about her journey on the path less travelled by.
At the age of 14 she started her Aalima course and how it changed her life…In Today’s time juggling motherhood, doing house chores, running her home business but most importantly is worshiping the Almighty.
Munira shares advice on how to have complete concentration while having the most important conversation with our Creator and the rewards that we servants receive when we pray Salah.
Another fully loaded episode packed with wisdom on the "What We Want Podcast" is a topic that many shy away from. We stand for voicing out what needs to be addressed and bring awareness to de-stigmatize mental health issues and who better to have on the podcast than Inspirational being-Nazia Osman Bhyat. Sister Nazia educates us all about holistic wellbeing, healing through Qur’an and Sunnah. We also talk about the difference between EQ vs IQ, to improve our quality of life as well as understanding our children and raising them on the straight path towards Allah.
This Ramadhaan with another awesome new episode added to the “What We Want” Podcast. Alhamdulilah we speak to a hidden heroine in our Society Fatima Carrim an empowered woman, and an exceptional human being. Fatima has dedicated her life to doing humanitarian work , working for Islamic Relief for over 12 years a NGO with true leaders, a passionate team, as well as dedicated volunteers who aid, save and transform the lives of vulnerable communities not only in South Africa but for more than 40 countries across the world. Lets make difference in the world, through your generosity by giving back in anyway. Your Zakaat is Powerful. Feesabililah.
Another ultra awesome new episode added to the “What We Want” Podcast. Alhamdulilah in the order we first chat to an influential, empowered woman, and an exceptional human being. A former Radio and TV presenter, Qualified Life Coach & Women Empowerment Facilitator @johara_hassem who is the representative spokesperson for the @sistership_united_in_deen for new Muslim woman. After our chat with Johara we recorded the 3rd Annual Sistership Event, live. Speakers on the days event in this order Timiya Miyen, Maysurah and Aseelah, Aneen Yaso, Imaam Ekeraam, Amarah, Sabiha Laher from Sisters of light, Sistership madressah, Sister Fawzia on breast cancer awareness, Hadjila Hamoudi, Mu'alimah Shakirah Hunter and last Casey Green taking the Sahadah becoming a Muslim with Apa Shaazia. We laughed, we cried, we support and we empower each other as 1 Ummah ❤️
The Muslim Woman Magazine South Africa hosted the first ever Hijab High Tea to commemorate World Hijaab Day on the 01 Feb 2023. An idea by Razeena Docrat columnist "Journey to Hijaab" segment in the magazine to inspire and motivate muslim woman from all walks of life to wear the Hijaab and embrace their Muslim Identity. #unapologetichijabi. An event that brought muslim woman together from different communities & cultures as one ummah to share a positive narrative on Hijaab despite Islamphobia happening in South Africa and around the world. This post event-podcast is for those to listen in and be inspired by many inspirational speakers to name a few: South Africa's World Hijaab Day Ambassador Munira Carrim, Razeena Docrat, Safeera Kaka from CII Radio, Dr Z Bhaba, Saleha Bhyat Mota @Beautified Blog , Nadia Adam @NadiaFabFunctions, Tasneem Saith and so much more. The event also hosted many beautiful fashion shows, Hijaab styling demo's, giveaways, delicious food and a day of fun for all woman the Halaal way.
Reminiscing back to where it all began, our very first guest on the show with the Inspirational Saleha Bhyat.
Her journey into niqab was an over night transition and after 12 years Saleha has inspired many muslim woman into Niqab as well as made her "Journey into Hijab" on the front page of latest edition of The Muslim Woman Magazine February 2023.
With the last episode for 2022. Today’s world requires Mom’s to be super tech savvy. When it comes to dealing with this generation of “smart kids” and facing the dilemma’s of raising young Muslims we as parents need to always be a step ahead when it comes to the latest gadgets, together with understanding the impact of social media in our young one’s lives.
The What We Want Podcast is back with Tasneem Saith as our guest for the first time ever and Our New Guest Host is Saudi Girl Maseeha. These inspirational ladies talk all about life's journey, being grateful for new beginnings as a single mum and tackle issues that needs to be addressed in the community.
E21-“Beat Infertility”. Host Tasneem Saith speaks to an Anonymous Sister who voices her heart breaking experience while trying to conceive. It is only through the will of the Almighty, patience and prayer a baby grows in the womb of a Mother. Our Sister’s beautiful advice truly gives hope to many woman out there who suffer with infertility in today's time. Never loose hope in the Miracles of the Greatest.
E20-“Enough Is Enough”. Host Tasneem Saith speaks to an Anonymous Sister who voices her experience as a victim to domestic violence and gender based violence. A woman who endured pain with hardship while she remained patient through prayer. At that time she was married to an abusive husband and father of her child who was heavy on harmful substance abuse (drugs, alchohol...)
E19-“I lost my heart”. Host Tasneem Saith speaks to Naeera Abed who is a Woman of True Power and Strength. She lost her Dear Mother at a very challenging time in her life and now she has channelled her pain and grief and is using it as her strength to give light to help those suffering with the difficulty of loosing a parent/ loved one
E18-“The Power Of Positivity” In Today's Podcast Host Tasneem Saith speaks to guest & relative Tasneem Saith about her journey as a Mum of 4, the youngest being A Special Needs-Down Syndrome❤️. She is a true Woman of Power and Strength, nothing stops this woman from fighting life’s battles, staying fit & being healthy 💪😉 definitely not lockdown , nor winter 🥶 @tasneemsaith has always remained positive through the toughest times in life
E16 Bestsellers Tribute. Host Tasneem Saith voices a Tribute episode to the Brilliant Book series written by the Inspiring Author Sister Rehana Shah Bulbulia, who also recently launched her 5th book. This tribute is to express appreciation, for each book that has by far, touched many hearts across the globe and has a positive influence on a person life. Focusing on our one goal in life, and that's building our Paradise.
E15 Devoted-Sister”. Host Tasneem Saith speaks to Aseema Kazi who is a stylist, restaurateur, community activist & innovative businesswoman. We chat about being a Muslim Woman in our community who are often judged by the way they dress, which later leads to gossip and slander. In today's time we might feel like its a small sin but there is a great punishment for this.
E14 Clean Husband”. Host Tasneem Saith speaks to her first anonymous guest on the Podcast. She is a Businesswoman, Mother & Wife of a spouse who had a substance abuse disorder. In Today’s show with the current theme on Relationships, we talk about the struggles this sister faced while her husband was using drugs and how they got help to get out of such testing times.