The Islamic History Podcast – Interview with The Founder and Host Muttaqi Ismail

Brother Muttaqi Ismail who is the founder and host of The Islamic History Podcast joined me for an interview.

We talked about Br Muttaqi’s background, how he became interested in Islamic History, why he decided to start a podcast, his process for creating episodes, productivity tips and much more.

The Islamic History Podcast is an amazing resource for Muslims and non-Muslims alike and I recommend that you subscribe to the podcast on whichever platform you use.

Why Learn about Islamic History?

Studying Islamic history is important for us as Muslims because it gives us a better understanding of the religion and its practices. For example, by learning about the early history of Islam we can gain a better understanding of how it spread and came to be practised in different parts of the World. Studying islamic history also helps us appreciate the importance of the faith and its values in practical society. By appreciating these things, we can develop a deeper appreciation for our religion and become more committed to following its teachings. By studying Islamic history, we are also able to gain a better understanding of our own religious culture This knowledge can help us to understand the world around us and become more engaged.

HIGHLIGHTS:

00:00 Introduction
03:20 Brother Muttaqi’s background
10:20 Upbringing and why
15:39 Trip to Senegal and time spent there studying
20:49 Why Islamic History Matters
29:49 Mistakes of Arab Leaders in the Palestine Conflict
35:34 Importance of having strong faith before studying Islamic History
41:08 The early Shia were more diligent in recording their history
45:29 People trying to edit Islamic history to fit in with modern values
52:50 The Creation of Pakistan
01:02:07 Interesting remarks about Vikings by a Muslim historian
01:04:48 How the Islamic History Podcast is made
01:12:42 Balancing the podcast with life and work commitments
01:15:48 Br Muttaqi’s productivity system