RE-MIND: From Isnād to Instagram — What Happened to Islamic Authority? With Shaykh Waseem Ahmed & Saf Saleem

RE-MIND: From Isnād to Instagram — What Happened to Islamic Authority? With Shaykh Waseem Ahmed & Saf Saleem

In an age where Islamic knowledge is consumed through short clips and viral personalities, an important question must be asked: What happened to isnād, the chain of knowledge in Islam? In this episode of RE-MIND, Shaykh Waseem Ahmed joins Saf Saleem for a deep, honest conversation about the crisis of authority in Islam and how the loss of traditional learning structures is impacting Muslim communities today. They explore: * What isnād (chain of transmission) really means and why it has always been central to Islamic scholarship * How social media has changed the way Islam is taught, learned, and represented * The dangers of false spiritual authority and spiritual abuse * Why not everyone online is qualified to teach Islam * How Muslims can discern who to trust when learning their religion * The role of scholars, teachers, and safe community spaces in preserving authentic Islam This conversation addresses real issues facing Muslims today: TikTok Islam, algorithm driven da’wah, performative spirituality, and the erosion of accountability in religious leadership. Whether you’re a student of knowledge, a parent, a community leader, or someone trying to reconnect with Islam in a confusing digital world, this episode offers clarity, grounding, and direction rooted in the Islamic tradition. The RE-MIND PODCAST  Now available on Spotify & Apple Music  Powered by Community Connect  Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2568033/support]

Being Real: Imran Rahim on Converts, Muslim Identity & Studying with Habib Umar

In this episode, Saf Saleem sits down with Imran Rahim for an honest conversation on being real in faith, what it actually means beyond labels, culture and stereotypes.  We explore the pressures placed on both converts and born Muslims and the internal struggle many people face when trying to reconcile authenticity with faith. Imran shares his personal journey, the challenges he’s navigated, and the lessons he’s learned through lived experience, including his time studying with Habib Umar in the blessed lands of Tarim.  Watch the full conversation and join us as we unpack what being real can look like. Are you a community organisation looking to fix your follow up ?  Learn more about Community Connect System and our wider work for community organisations in the link below. https://go.24pictures.co.uk/demo#section-fsyNtz9G5L  #muslim #beingreal  #community Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2568033/support]