Episodes

  • Muslim Take-Over of American Culture - Is it integration or infiltration? | Part 2

    Muslim Take-Over of American Culture - Is it integration or infiltration? | Part 2
    Oct 9 2025
    Did you know an NBA Hall of Famer played high-stakes games while fasting for Ramadan and still dominated the court? In this episode of WISE Women with Daisy Khan, Dr. Daisy Khan and co-host Susanna Keiserman expose what the mainstream media refuses to tell you about Muslim American athletes, entertainers, and artists who are reshaping American identity. They debunk the viral "mosque takeover" myth by revealing how 2,700 mosques evolved to look like American megachurches, complete with cafes and gymnasiums. The Olympic fencer who wore a hijab and got her own Barbie doll, comedians like Hasan Minhaj and Rami Youssef telling distinctly American stories, and Muslim women leading in space exploration all prove how Muslim integration enriches American culture rather than threatens it. Dr. Khan shares her personal story of scoring goals on a field hockey team as the "only brown girl" and reveals why opponents blocked her 2010 cultural center that could have bridged communities. If you think Muslim Americans are inserting foreign elements into American life, this conversation will challenge everything you believed. They're not inserting anything, they're expanding what America has always been.#WISEWomenwithDaisyKhan #WISEWomen #Islamophobia #AntiMuslimBias #AmericanMuslims #MuslimCulture #MuslimIdentity #CulturalIntegration #Islamic #Muslimah #Hijab #Deen #Quran #StandUpToHate #FightBigotry #StopIslamophobia #ReligiousFreedom #AmericanDemocracy WISE Women with Daisy Khan Where Muslim voices rise, bridges are built, and history’s unsung heroines reclaim their light.Dr. Daisy Khan, through this podcast, gives voice to Muslims sharing their experiences with anti-Muslim bias, educates non-Muslims to become upstanders against discrimination, and spotlights extraordinary women throughout history whose contributions have been erased. We reclaim faith as a force for good while building bridges between the East and the West—transforming fear into understanding, ONE CONVERSATION AT A TIME.In a world where misinformation silences too many voices, we break through the noise by creating space for authentic dialogue. Muslims share their experiences, grievances, and hope for a better future, TURNING PAIN INTO A POWERFUL CONVERSATION that demands to be heard.Our episodes are designed to educate and empower non-Muslims to reject stereotyping and discrimination when they see it. We believe understanding begins with listening, so we CHALLENGE DISINFORMATION WITH KNOWLEDGE AND EMPATHY, equipping people to become courageous upstanders.We revive the legacy of luminary women who shaped civilizations yet were erased from history's pages—a reminder that women have always been shapers of civilizations, despite attempts to erase their contributions.At its heart, WISE Women confronts the distortion and weaponization of religion for political gain, reclaiming faith as a force for justice, equality, and empowerment.This isn't just another podcast—it's a bridge between communities taught to fear each other, between the world as it is and the world as it could be. We're opening hearts and minds, building the understanding our divided world desperately needs.Welcome to WISE Women. Where wisdom meets courage, and voices become bridges.News [Source: CBS Evening News]A man sent a hateful message to a Muslim candidate. He responded with a call for help, article by Steve Hartmanhttps://www.cbsnews.com/news/a-man-sent-a-hateful-message-to-a-muslim-candidate-he-responded-with-a-call-to-help/ Follow Dr Daisy Khan:Website:https://daisykhan.com/https://www.wisemuslimwomen.org/Twitter:https://x.com/DaisyKhan/LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/drdaisykhan/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/daisy.khan.56246/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/daisykhan.nyc/Follow WISE Women with Daisy Khan podcast:Website:https://wisewomenwithdaisykhan.com/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/wisewomenwithdaisykhanYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@WiseWomenwithDaisyKhanTikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@wisewomenwithdaisykhanFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576656401275Connect with Susanna Keiserman:LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/susanna-keiserman-56045b344/
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  • Muslim Take-Over of American Culture - Is it integration or infiltration?

    Muslim Take-Over of American Culture - Is it integration or infiltration?
    Oct 2 2025
    In this episode of WISE Women with Daisy Khan, Dr. Daisy Khan and her co-host Susanna Keiserman explore Muslim culture and integration in America, addressing misconceptions around cultural takeover. They explain what culture truly means and how Muslim Americans have contributed to the United States by sharing food, fashion, traditions, and religious practices into the broader culture that have enriched society rather than threatened it. Dr. Khan distinguishes between assimilation, where people give up their original culture, and integration, where multiple identities coexist. Through examples like halal cuisine and modest fashion brands, the episode highlights how integration allows multiple identities to coexist without losing heritage. Dr. Khan distinguishes between assimilation, which requires discarding original culture, and integration, which supports diversity. This episode challenges common fears and sheds light on the dynamic process of cultural blending, offering a clearer understanding of Muslim American culture and its vital role in shaping a diverse America.#WISEWomenwithDaisyKhan #WISEWomen #Islamophobia #AntiMuslimBias #AmericanMuslims #MuslimCulture #MuslimIdentity #CulturalIntegration #Islamic #Muslimah #Hijab #Deen #Quran #StandUpToHate #FightBigotry #StopIslamophobia #ReligiousFreedom #AmericanDemocracyWhere Muslim voices rise, bridges are built, and history’s unsung heroines reclaim their light.WISE Women with Daisy Khan gives voice to Muslims sharing their experiences with anti-Muslim bias, educates non-Muslims to become upstanders against discrimination, and spotlights extraordinary women throughout history whose contributions have been erased. We reclaim faith as a force for good while building bridges between East and West—transforming fear into understanding, one conversation at a time.In a world where misinformation silences too many voices, we break through the noise by creating space for authentic dialogue. Muslims share their experiences, grievances, and hope for a better future, turning pain into a powerful conversation that demands to be heard.Our episodes are designed to educate and empower non-Muslims to reject stereotyping and discrimination when they see it. We believe understanding begins with listening, so we challenge disinformation with knowledge and empathy, equipping people to become courageous upstanders.We revive the legacy of luminary women who shaped civilizations yet were erased from history's pages—a reminder that women have always been shapers of civilizations, despite attempts to erase their contributions.At its heart, WISE Women confronts the distortion and weaponization of religion for political gain, reclaiming faith as a force for justice, equality, and empowerment.This isn't just another podcast—it's a bridge between communities taught to fear each other, between the world as it is and the world as it could be. We're opening hearts and minds, building the understanding our divided world desperately needs.Welcome to WISE Women. Where wisdom meets courage, and voices become bridges.News [Source: CBS Evening News]A man sent a hateful message to a Muslim candidate. He responded with a call for help, article by Steve Hartmanhttps://www.cbsnews.com/news/a-man-sent-a-hateful-message-to-a-muslim-candidate-he-responded-with-a-call-to-help/ Follow Dr Daisy Khan:Website:https://daisykhan.com/https://www.wisemuslimwomen.org/Twitter:https://x.com/DaisyKhan/LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/drdaisykhan/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/daisy.khan.56246/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/daisykhan.nyc/Follow WISE Women with Daisy Khan:Podcast:https://wisewomenwithdaisykhan.com/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/wisewomenwithdaisykhanYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@WiseWomenwithDaisyKhanTikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@wisewomenwithdaisykhanFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576656401275Connect with Susanna Keiserman:LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/susanna-keiserman-56045b344/
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  • The Medieval Muslim Myth - The Stories Behind the Story

    The Medieval Muslim Myth - The Stories Behind the Story
    Sep 23 2025
    In this episode of WISE Women with Daisy Khan, host Dr. Daisy Khan sits down with international human rights lawyer Arsalan Iftikhar to dismantle one of Islamophobia's most persistent lies that Muslims are medieval and incompatible with Western democracy. Discover how this trope became a political strategy rooted in scapegoating tactics of alienation, criminalization, and elimination, leading to policies like the USA PATRIOT Act that expanded domestic terrorism definitions. Iftikhar reveals the irony behind calling Muslims medieval when the Islamic Golden Age gave the world algebra, modern anesthesia, and the oldest continuously operating university founded by a woman in 859 AD. Learn how seven Muslim-majority countries have already elected female heads of state while America still hasn't, and hear the heartwarming story of six-year-old Jack Swanson whose $20 donation to a vandalized mosque sparked a viral moment of interfaith solidarity. This conversation exposes how Muslims remain political footballs in elections worldwide while offering hope through authentic storytelling and strategic allyship to counter centuries of manufactured fear. Connect with Dr. Daisy Khan: Websites: https://daisykhan.com/ / https://www.wisemuslimwomen.org/Podcast: https://wisewomenwithdaisykhan.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drdaisykhan/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WISEWomenwithDaisyKhanInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/WISEwomenwithdaisykhan/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576656401275 Connect with Arsalan Iftikhar: Website :TheMuslimGuy.com Twitter/X : @TheMuslimGuyInstagram : @themuslimguydotcomFacebook : Arsalan Iftikhar- The Muslim Guy.comLinkedIn : themuslimguyContact:arsalan@themuslimguy.com Where Muslim voices rise, bridges are built, and history's unsung heroines reclaim their light. WISE Women with Daisy Khan gives voice to Muslims sharing their experiences with anti-Muslim bias, educates non-Muslims to become upstanders against discrimination, and spotlights extraordinary women throughout history whose contributions have been erased. We reclaim faith as a force for good while building bridges between East and West—transforming fear into understanding, one conversation at a time. In a world where misinformation silences too many voices, we break through the noise by creating space for authentic dialogue. Muslims share their experiences, grievances, and hope for a better future, turning pain into a powerful conversation that demands to be heard. Our episodes are designed to educate and empower non-Muslims to reject stereotyping and discrimination when they see it. We believe understanding begins with listening, so we challenge disinformation with knowledge and empathy, equipping people to become courageous upstanders. We revive the legacy of luminary women who shaped civilizations yet were erased from history's pages—a reminder that women have always been shapers of civilizations, despite attempts to erase their contributions. At its heart, WISE Women confronts the distortion and weaponization of religion for political gain, reclaiming faith as a force for justice, equality, and empowerment. This isn't just another podcast—it's a bridge between communities taught to fear each other, between the world as it is and the world as it could be. We're opening hearts and minds, building the understanding our divided world desperately needs. Welcome to WISE Women. Where wisdom meets courage, and voices become bridges. News [Source: CBS Evening News]A man sent a hateful message to a Muslim candidate. He responded with a call for help, article by Steve Hartmanhttps://www.cbsnews.com/news/a-man-sent-a-hateful-message-to-a-muslim-candidate-he-responded-with-a-call-to-help/ #WISEWomen #WISEMuslimWomen #Islam #Islamawareness #Islameducation #Muslim #Women #DaisyKhan #Medieval #Democracy #MuslimLeaders #Scapegoating #IslamicHistory #ArselanIfthikar #LoveWins #Allyship #StopGeneralizations #MuslimVoices #CriticalThinking #WISEWomen #CivilRights #Diversity #StopBigotry EndFragment
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  • The Other Side of 9/11 - How One Brother Turned Grief into Service

    The Other Side of 9/11 - How One Brother Turned Grief into Service
    Sep 10 2025
    In this episode of WISE Women with Daisy Khan, Dr. Daisy Khan reunites with high school classmate Jay Winuk to explore how personal tragedy became national healing. Jay lost his firefighter brother Glenn in the South Tower while responding to save lives, while Dr. Khan experienced the sudden shift from ordinary American life to living under suspicion as a Muslim woman.Their conversation reveals how both chose service over bitterness, transforming 9/11's legacy into positive action. Jay co-founded 9/11 Day of Service, now the nation's largest annual day of charitable engagement with 30 million Americans participating. The initiative became federally recognized alongside MLK Day, staging meal packs in 24 cities and producing 9 million meals annually.Dr. Khan addresses the missing narrative of interfaith healing efforts post-9/11 and shares her approach to combating rising Islamophobia through personal connections. Both discuss practical strategies for bridging divides, the importance of listening without judgment, and how small acts of kindness create lasting change.This episode demonstrates that healing begins with human connection across difference, offering hope for overcoming today's polarization through the lessons learned from America's darkest day.#DaisyKhan #WISEWomenwithDaisyKhan #Islam #Islamawareness #Islameducation #Islamophobia #Muslim #9/11 #JayWinuk #GlennWinuk #September11 #AuthenticStories #PeaceThroughMedia #ReligiousTolerance Connect with Dr Daisy Khan:Website:Personal Website: https://daisykhan.com/Professional Website: https://www.wisemuslimwomen.org/Podcast: https://wisewomenwithdaisykhan.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drdaisykhan/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WISEWomenwithDaisyKhanInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/WISEwomenwithdaisykhan/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576656401275Follow Jay Winuk:Websites: Personal Speaking Website: https://www.jaywinukspeeches.com/PR Agency Website: http://www.winukpr.com/9/11 Day Organization: https://911day.org/Social Media Profiles: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jay-winuk-67093913/Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/jaywinuk (@JayWinuk)Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jay.winuk/9/11 Day LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/911day Where Muslim voices rise, bridges are built, and history's unsung heroines reclaim their light.WISE Women with Daisy Khan gives voice to Muslims sharing their experiences with anti-Muslim bias, educates non-Muslims to become upstanders against discrimination, and spotlights extraordinary women throughout history whose contributions have been erased. We reclaim faith as a force for good while building bridges between East and West—transforming fear into understanding, one conversation at a time. In a world where misinformation silences too many voices, we break through the noise by creating space for authentic dialogue. Muslims share their experiences, grievances, and hope for a better future, turning pain into a powerful conversation that demands to be heard. Our episodes are designed to educate and empower non-Muslims to reject stereotyping and discrimination when they see it. We believe understanding begins with listening, so we challenge disinformation with knowledge and empathy, equipping people to become courageous upstanders.We revive the legacy of luminary women who shaped civilizations yet were erased from history's pages—a reminder that women have always been shapers of civilizations, despite attempts to erase their contributions. At its heart, WISE Women confronts the distortion and weaponization of religion for political gain, reclaiming faith as a force for justice, equality, and empowerment. This isn't just another podcast—it's a bridge between communities taught to fear each other, between the world as it is and the world as it could be. We're opening hearts and minds, building the understanding our divided world desperately needs.Welcome to WISE Women. Where wisdom meets courage, and voices become bridges.News [Source: CBS Evening News]A man sent a hateful message to a Muslim candidate. He responded with a call for help, article by Steve Hartmanhttps://www.cbsnews.com/news/a-man-sent-a-hateful-message-to-a-muslim-candidate-he-responded-with-a-call-to-help/
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  • Prophet Muhammad Birthday Sparks Global Debate Over History's Most Influential Leader

    Prophet Muhammad Birthday Sparks Global Debate Over History's Most Influential Leader
    Sep 4 2025
    In this special episode of WISE Women with Daisy Khan, Dr. Daisy Khan tackles the controversial celebration of Prophet Muhammad's birthday (Mawlid al-Nabi) while declaring him the most influential person in human history. She challenges listeners to confront uncomfortable truths about Islamic history that modern society refuses to acknowledge, despite historians like Michael Hart ranking Prophet Muhammad number one in "The 100: A Ranking of the Most Influential Persons in History." Dr. Khan addresses the revolutionary social justice reforms Prophet Muhammad introduced in 7th century Arabia - women's inheritance rights, property ownership, racial equality, and environmental stewardship that preceded Western civil rights movements by 1,400 years. She questions why society celebrates other historical figures while ignoring the Prophet whose final sermon articulated equality principles America didn't legally recognize until the 1960s. This episode explores the heated Islamic theological debate surrounding Mawlid celebrations. Dr. Khan refuses to take sides between traditional Sunni scholars who support the observance and Salafi/Wahhabi movements who consider it bid'ah (religious innovation), challenging both camps to examine whether their positions truly honor Prophet Muhammad's legacy. Dr. Khan presents historical facts about the Medina Charter - history's first written constitution guaranteeing religious pluralism - alongside his teachings on animal rights and environmental consciousness. She connects ancient wisdom to current social justice movements while examining why interfaith dialogue and religious tolerance remain as necessary today as 1,400 years ago. Whether you're interested in Islamic biography, Middle Eastern history, religious studies, or willing to challenge assumptions about history's most misunderstood figures, this episode will spark debate about Prophet Muhammad's contributions to human civilization, women's rights, and interfaith harmony. Where Muslim voices rise, bridges are built, and history's unsung heroines reclaim their light. WISE Women with Daisy Khan gives voice to Muslims sharing their experiences with anti-Muslim bias, educates non-Muslims to become upstanders against discrimination, and spotlights extraordinary women throughout history whose contributions have been erased. We reclaim faith as a force for good while building bridges between East and West—transforming fear into understanding, one conversation at a time. In a world where misinformation silences too many voices, we break through the noise by creating space for authentic dialogue. Muslims share their experiences, grievances, and hope for a better future, turning pain into a powerful conversation that demands to be heard. Our episodes are designed to educate and empower non-Muslims to reject stereotyping and discrimination when they see it. We believe understanding begins with listening, so we challenge disinformation with knowledge and empathy, equipping people to become courageous upstanders. We revive the legacy of luminary women who shaped civilizations yet were erased from history's pages—a reminder that women have always been shapers of civilizations, despite attempts to erase their contributions. At its heart, WISE Women confronts the distortion and weaponization of religion for political gain, reclaiming faith as a force for justice, equality, and empowerment. This isn't just another podcast—it's a bridge between communities taught to fear each other, between the world as it is and the world as it could be. We're opening hearts and minds, building the understanding our divided world desperately needs. Welcome to WISE Women. Where wisdom meets courage, and voices become bridges. News [Source: CBS Evening News]A man sent a hateful message to a Muslim candidate. He responded with a call for help, article by Steve Hartmanhttps://www.cbsnews.com/news/a-man-sent-a-hateful-message-to-a-muslim-candidate-he-responded-with-a-call-to-help/ #WISEWomen #DaisyKhan #WISEMuslimWomen #WISEWomenPodcast #Islam #Islamawareness #Islameducation #Islamophobia #Muslim #MuslimHeritage #ProphetMuhammad #ProphetBirthday #MawlidalNabi #Khadijah #InterfaithDialogue #MuslimNarratives #CrossCulturalUnderstanding #AuthenticStories #PeaceThroughMedia #ReligiousTolerance Connect with Dr Daisy Khan: Website: https://daisykhan.com/https://www.wisemuslimwomen.org/ Podcast: https://wisewomenwithdaisykhan.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drdaisykhan/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WISEWomenwithDaisyKhan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/WISEwomenwithdaisykhan/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576656401275
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  • Miracle Recovery - How Near-Death Became Sacred Ground

    Miracle Recovery - How Near-Death Became Sacred Ground
    Aug 29 2025

    In this episode of WISE Women with Daisy Khan, host Dr. Daisy Khan sits down with award-winning author Samina Ali to uncover her shocking medical crisis that nearly claimed her life during childbirth. After delivering her son, Samina suffered multiple strokes, heart attack, and complete organ failure due to undiagnosed preeclampsia, falling into a five-day coma that left doctors convinced she would die. What happened next defied all medical predictions as she rewired her brain, relearned basic functions, and discovered an unexpected spiritual awakening that connected Islam, Christianity, and Judaism. Ali shares the brutal reality of medical racism, breaking taboos around illness and death, and finding divine purpose in life's darkest moments. This conversation reveals how writing her memoir became the key to rebuilding her neural pathways while transforming her family's faith journey and offering hope to anyone facing seemingly impossible health battles. Where Muslim voices rise, bridges are built, and history's unsung heroines reclaim their light. WISE Women with Daisy Khan gives voice to Muslims sharing their experiences with anti-Muslim bias, educates non-Muslims to become upstanders against discrimination, and spotlights extraordinary women throughout history whose contributions have been erased. We reclaim faith as a force for good while building bridges between East and West—transforming fear into understanding, one conversation at a time. In a world where misinformation silences too many voices, we break through the noise by creating space for authentic dialogue. Muslims share their experiences, grievances, and hope for a better future, turning pain into a powerful conversation that demands to be heard. Our episodes are designed to educate and empower non-Muslims to reject stereotyping and discrimination when they see it. We believe understanding begins with listening, so we challenge disinformation with knowledge and empathy, equipping people to become courageous upstanders. We revive the legacy of luminary women who shaped civilizations yet were erased from history's pages—a reminder that women have always been shapers of civilizations, despite attempts to erase their contributions. At its heart, WISE Women confronts the distortion and weaponization of religion for political gain, reclaiming faith as a force for justice, equality, and empowerment. This isn't just another podcast—it's a bridge between communities taught to fear each other, between the world as it is and the world as it could be. We're opening hearts and minds, building the understanding our divided world desperately needs. Welcome to WISE Women. Where wisdom meets courage, and voices become bridges. News [Source: CBS Evening News] A man sent a hateful message to a Muslim candidate. He responded with a call for help, article by Steve Hartman https://www.cbsnews.com/news/a-man-sent-a-hateful-message-to-a-muslim-candidate-he-responded-with-a-call-to-help/ #WISEWomen #WISEWomenPodcast #DaisyKhan #Islamophobia #Islamiceducation #LoveStoriesUncovered #MuslimHeritage #MuslimLoveStories #IslamsGreatestStoriesOfLove #SpiritualLove #FaithAndLove #DivineLove #leylaandMajnun #Rumi #MalcolmX #ProphetMuhammad #Khadijah #IslamicFilm #IslamicLoveStories #UnityProductionsFoundation #AlexKronemer #PBSDocumentary #InterfaithDialogue #MuslimNarratives #CrossCulturalUnderstanding #AuthenticStories #PeaceThroughMedia #ReligiousTolerance Connect with Dr Daisy Khan: Website: https://daisykhan.com/ Podcast: https://wisewomenwithdaisykhan.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drdaisykhan/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WISEWomenwithDaisyKhan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/WISEwomenwithdaisykhan/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576656401275 Connect with Samina Ali: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samina.ali.writer/ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/imSaminaAli LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alisamina/ Official Website: https://saminaali.net/ Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/101756.Samina_Ali

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  • Unknown Islamic Stories of Love - Legends of Divine Love & Devotion

    Unknown Islamic Stories of Love - Legends of Divine Love & Devotion
    Aug 20 2025
    In this episode of WISE Women with Daisy Khan, host Dr. Daisy Khan sits down with filmmaker Alex Kronemer to explore his transformative PBS documentary that reveals Islam's hidden stories of love. Explore how Prophet Muhammad's relationship with his first wife Khadija shaped the foundation of Islam, why the Taj Mahal is actually a monumental Quran with a message to the world, and the untold role Malcolm X's sister played in his transformation. Kronemer shares how these universal stories of divine love, romantic devotion, and familial bonds challenge Western stereotypes while offering healing wisdom for anyone facing heartbreak or loss. From ancient Persia to modern America, these narratives span centuries and continents to prove that love, not conflict, sits at the heart of Islamic civilization. The conversation reveals how Muslim stories can bridge cultural divides and help both Muslim and non-Muslim audiences find answers to life's deepest questions about love, loss, and spiritual connection.Where Muslim voices rise, bridges are built, and history's unsung heroines reclaim their light.WISE Women with Daisy Khan gives voice to Muslims sharing their experiences with anti-Muslim bias, educates non-Muslims to become upstanders against discrimination, and spotlights extraordinary women throughout history whose contributions have been erased. We reclaim faith as a force for good while building bridges between East and West—transforming fear into understanding, one conversation at a time. In a world where misinformation silences too many voices, we break through the noise by creating space for authentic dialogue. Muslims share their experiences, grievances, and hope for a better future, turning pain into a powerful conversation that demands to be heard. Our episodes are designed to educate and empower non-Muslims to reject stereotyping and discrimination when they see it. We believe understanding begins with listening, so we challenge disinformation with knowledge and empathy, equipping people to become courageous upstanders.We revive the legacy of luminary women who shaped civilizations yet were erased from history's pages—a reminder that women have always been shapers of civilizations, despite attempts to erase their contributions. At its heart, WISE Women confronts the distortion and weaponization of religion for political gain, reclaiming faith as a force for justice, equality, and empowerment. This isn't just another podcast—it's a bridge between communities taught to fear each other, between the world as it is and the world as it could be. We're opening hearts and minds, building the understanding our divided world desperately needs.Welcome to WISE Women. Where wisdom meets courage, and voices become bridges.News [Source: CBS Evening News]A man sent a hateful message to a Muslim candidate. He responded with a call for help, article by Steve Hartmanhttps://www.cbsnews.com/news/a-man-sent-a-hateful-message-to-a-muslim-candidate-he-responded-with-a-call-to-help/#WISEWomen #WISEWomenPodcast #DaisyKhan #Islamophobia #Islamiceducation #LoveStoriesUncovered #MuslimHeritage #MuslimLoveStories #IslamsGreatestStoriesOfLove #SpiritualLove #FaithAndLove #DivineLove #leylaandMajnun #Rumi #MalcolmX #ProphetMuhammad #Khadijah #IslamicFilm #IslamicLoveStories #UnityProductionsFoundation #AlexKronemer #PBSDocumentary #InterfaithDialogue #MuslimNarratives #CrossCulturalUnderstanding #AuthenticStories #PeaceThroughMedia #ReligiousToleranceConnect with Dr Daisy Khan:Website:https://daisykhan.com/Podcast:https://wisewomenwithdaisykhan.com/LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/drdaisykhan/YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@WISEWomenwithDaisyKhanInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/WISEwomenwithdaisykhan/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576656401275Connect with Alex Kronemer:Website (Unity Productions Foundation):https://www.upf.tv/LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-kronemer-91b4719a/Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/alex_kronemerUnity Productions Foundation Social Media:Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/unityproductionsfoundation/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/upftv/LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/unity-productions-foundationMOST Resource Center:https://www.mostresource.org/staff/alex-kronemer/
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  • Unpacking Islamophobia: Why White Christian Nationalists Target Islam

    Unpacking Islamophobia: Why White Christian Nationalists Target Islam
    Aug 14 2025

    In this episode of WISE Women with Daisy Khan, host Dr. Daisy Khan welcomes religious studies professor Todd Green to expose the calculated strategy behind white Christian nationalist attacks on Islam in America. Todd reveals the medieval origins of anti-Muslim sentiment, tracing modern Islamophobia back to European Christian kingdoms' political rivalries with Islamic empires centuries ago. Despite Muslims representing only 3% of the US population, discover why white Christian nationalists position them as existential threats to American identity and Christianity itself. The conversation uncovers the psychological mechanics of extremist thinking, including the universal human tendency toward tribalism and Us-versus-Them frameworks that fuel religious bigotry. Todd explains how these groups weaponize shallow theology and inherited stereotypes, recycling the same fear tactics previously used against Catholics, Jews, and other immigrant communities throughout American history. Learn why Muslims face presumptions of guilt that other religious groups escape, and explore actionable solutions including interfaith relationship-building and foreign policy reform that could reshape public perception and create lasting change. Where Muslim voices rise, bridges are built, and history’s unsung heroines reclaim their light. WISE Women with Daisy Khan gives voice to Muslims sharing their experiences with anti-Muslim bias, educates non-Muslims to become upstanders against discrimination, and spotlights extraordinary women throughout history whose contributions have been erased. We reclaim faith as a force for good while building bridges between East and West—transforming fear into understanding, one conversation at a time. In a world where misinformation silences too many voices, we break through the noise by creating space for authentic dialogue. Muslims share their experiences, grievances, and hope for a better future, turning pain into a powerful conversation that demands to be heard. Our episodes are designed to educate and empower non-Muslims to reject stereotyping and discrimination when they see it. We believe understanding begins with listening, so we challenge disinformation with knowledge and empathy, equipping people to become courageous upstanders. We revive the legacy of luminary women who shaped civilizations yet were erased from history's pages—a reminder that women have always been shapers of civilizations, despite attempts to erase their contributions. At its heart, WISE Women confronts the distortion and weaponization of religion for political gain, reclaiming faith as a force for justice, equality, and empowerment. This isn't just another podcast—it's a bridge between communities taught to fear each other, between the world as it is and the world as it could be. We're opening hearts and minds, building the understanding our divided world desperately needs. Welcome to WISE Women. Where wisdom meets courage, and voices become bridges. News [Source: CBS Evening News] A man sent a hateful message to a Muslim candidate. He responded with a call for help, article by Steve Hartman https://www.cbsnews.com/news/a-man-sent-a-hateful-message-to-a-muslim-candidate-he-responded-with-a-call-to-help/ #WISEMuslimWomen #Islam #Islamawareness #Islameducation #Muslim #Women #WhiteChristianNationalist #WISEWomen #TruthAboutJihad #Islamophobia #AntiHate #JihadExplained #Islammisunderstood #StandUpToHate #Islamiceducation #AmericanMuslims #ReligiousFreedom #TruthMatters Connect with Dr Daisy Khan: Website: https://daisykhan.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drdaisykhan/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WISEWomenwithDaisyKhan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/WISEwomenwithdaisykhan/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576656401275 Connect with Todd Green: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/toddhgreen/ Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/toddhgreen Professional Profile: https://www.interfaithamerica.org/people/todd-green/ (Interfaith America)

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