Best Samad Podcasts (2025)

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Smarter hiring in 2025 for agencies 59:48

13d ago59:48

59:48

Scaling Without Burnout: Smarter Hiring for Agencies in 2025 🎙️ Featuring: Chris DuBois, Agency Coach & Founder of Dynamic Agency OS In this episode of Inside the Agency, we dive deep into the real hiring challenges agency owners are facing, and the smarter models emerging in 2025. From skyrocketing salaries and complex U.S. compliance laws to foun…

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Escaping the Agency Grind: How to Build Real Freedom as a Digital Agency Founder 53:06

1M ago53:06

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You didn’t start your agency to work 12-hour days glued to Slack. In this first episode of Inside the Agency, host Samad Rahim sits down with Chris Rudolph, founder of Freedom Agency. He's spent the last decade coaching agency owners, and he shares his insights to unpack the real reason so many founders feel stuck in the day-to-day. We dive into: T…

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Hypnotizer part 2 4:06

2M ago4:06

4:06

Discover the revenge of Black Jack .........what happens to him afterwards........

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73 | Why Muslims Must Not Fear 16:57

2M ago16:57

16:57

Fear is the root of nearly all suffering—conflict, war, greed, tyranny, and oppression. In this episode, I explore how fear operates both personally and collectively, veiling us from clarity and peace, and how it binds us to a life governed by survival rather than purpose. The world seems increasingly unstable, yet true safety and peace were never …

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72 | Why Muslims Must Learn to Meditate 16:58

3M ago16:58

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Meditation is often overlooked within the Muslim community, yet it’s foundational to truly living and embodying the faith. In this episode, I explore the essential role of meditation in Islam—not as a borrowed practice from other traditions, but as a core, intrinsic expression of surrender, which is the very meaning of Islam. I explain how meditati…

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71 | Meditation and Mental Health with Dr. Munir Bauer 53:53

3M ago53:53

53:53

In this deeply enriching episode of Soul of Islam Radio, I sit down with Dr. Munir Bauer, a hypnotherapist and clinical psychology PhD candidate who has spent over a decade exploring the intersection of mental health and spirituality. Our conversation begins with his personal journey of discovering Islamic meditation, a path that started with curio…

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70 | Spiritual Companionship and the Power of Brotherhood with Jamil Popatia 1:01:56

4M ago1:01:56

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Over the years, I’ve had the blessing of keeping company with my dear friend and brother Jamil Popatia, and our most recent trip to Morocco, became the foundation for this deeply personal and necessary conversation on spiritual brotherhood. What began as a travel experience unfolded into a profound reminder of the power of companionship, the blessi…

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69 | ChatGPT Reveals Satan’s 10 Strategies to Destroy Humanity 23:47

4M ago23:47

23:47

In this episode, I explore one of the most sobering and thought-provoking exercises I’ve done using ChatGPT: asking it to simulate the strategies the devil might use to distance people from God—without them ever realizing it. What unfolded was a deeply insightful list of ten tactics that, when compared with teachings from the Qur’an and Hadith, ali…

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68 | How to Maintain Momentum and Motivation Beyond Ramadan 16:07

5M ago16:07

16:07

After the spiritual intensity and sacred beauty of Ramadan, many of us are left wondering—how do we sustain this light throughout the rest of the year? In this episode, I reflect on the deeper meaning of Ramadan and share four practical commitments to help you carry that divine energy beyond the holy month. Ramadan is more than a month of ritual fa…

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67 | Making Religion Real with Jonathan Abdus-Samad 55:52

5M ago55:52

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In this episode, I sat down with my friend and brother in faith, Jonathan Abdus-Samad Nadeau, for a deep conversation on what it truly means to make religion real. With Ramadan as our backdrop, we explored how Islam isn’t just about outward practices—praying, fasting, attending lectures—but about embodying surrender on the inside. Without this inne…

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66 | Integrity and the Path to Spiritual Wholeness

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In this spiritually grounding episode, we explore the concept of integrity as a state of wholeness—an alignment between our inner truth and outer actions. Drawing from sacred teachings, lived experience, and the wisdom of our predecessors, we reflect on what it means to walk a path of sincerity and growth in a world full of tests and distractions. …

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65 | Maalik Al-Mulk—The Absolute Sovereign 14:43

5M ago14:43

14:43

In this episode, we reflect on the divine name of Allah, “Maalik Al-Mulk,” meaning the Owner and Sovereign of all creation. Understanding this name deepens our awareness of both God and ourselves, helping us recognize our purpose and the temporary nature of this world. Everything we possess—our wealth, our bodies, even our breath—is not truly ours …

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64 | The Most Beloved Names to Allah 9:30

5M ago9:30

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On this episode of Soul of Islam Radio, we explore the significance of the most beloved names to Allah: Abdullah and Abdur-Rahman. These names, meaning “servant of God” and “servant of the Most Merciful,” reflect the highest state of being—one of true devotion and submission to the Creator. True servitude to Allah is not about restriction but about…

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63 | Meditation and Stillness in Ramadan 10:27

5M ago10:27

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Meditation is an integral part of spiritual practice, deeply rooted in Islamic tradition. In this episode, Ihsan reflects on the significance of presence, stillness, and surrender in connecting with Allah, particularly during the holy month of Ramadan.Drawing from the example of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, peace and blessings be upon him, Ihsan recount…

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62 | Rising Above the Pull of the Material World 10:36

5M ago10:36

10:36

The concept of "Spiritual Gravity" describes the inherent pull of the material world that can weigh down our hearts and souls, leading to feelings of heaviness, darkness, and even depression. After recently returning from a spiritually enriching journey through Morocco and Turkey, I experienced a familiar pattern—a temporary sense of dread or depre…

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Winter vacation horror story part 2 || by horror stories in urdu 5:09

1y ago5:09

5:09

listen to what happens with the three girls will they come out alive.......music#2Music used: "HORROR THEME " composed and produced by "Vivek Abhishek" Music link: https://youtu.be/LwjzmdiRFpchttps://youtu.be

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61 | Trials and Tribulations of the Anti-Christ 30:36

1+ y ago30:36

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Based upon the Hadith of Jibril (as), we learn that included in the fundamental and foundational components of the religion is knowledge of the signs that pertain to the last days of the current age, traditionally known as Akhir Zaman.Traditional knowledge transmits that the world will continue to descend into its demise with increasing corruption,…

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Teresa Lesher: Searching for God, Finding Love 59:24

1+ y ago59:24

59:24

Teresa Lesher is the author of the new Searching for God, Finding Love, which is an inspirational account of her personal journey deeper into faith upon the quest for truth, and in which she details her personal healing path and realization that God's divine love and mercy are both imminent and accessible by turning "inwards and upwards."The truth …

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Jesus Versus Christianity: Doctrine of Salvation 16:23

1+ y ago16:23

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The fundamental and central tenet of modern Christianity essentially posits that the key to salvation is essentially the acceptance of Jesus Christ (as) into one's heart as their personal lord and savior, and that it is thus no longer necessary to follow the traditional Judaic Law.This idea then results in the belief that the criteria for both forg…

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Jonathan Abdus-Samad Selwyn: Buddhism Led Me to Islam 1:05:37

1+ y ago1:05:37

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Jonathan Selwyn also now known as Abdus-Samad since having embraced Islam has spent the bulk of his life upon the spiritual path seeking the way and truth, and has devoted an immense amount of time in mastering meditative and spiritual practice.Buddhism led me to Islam.Jonathan Abdus-SamadAs a practicing Buddhist and promising student of his master…

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Control Versus Chaos: How to Experience Peace in Times of Uncertainty 29:07

1+ y ago29:07

29:07

As human beings we have an innate need for stability that provides the experience of safety and security. We likewise have an innate disposition that finds instability, disorder and chaos unsettling, stressful and difficult. Therefore, we tend to seek control in our lives so as to manage and minimize the stress that we experience as a result of unc…

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Returning to Spirit with Shaykh Fadhlallah Haeri 1:07:28

1+ y ago1:07:28

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In this conversation with Shaykh Fadhlallah Haeri, the beloved guide and teacher of faith-based spirituality shares his thoughts and insights regarding the current spiritual crisis that plagues humanity in the modern world, and advocates for a return to the spirit within as the key to reconnecting with the timeless and transcendent source of peace …

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Hypnotizer part 1 3:41

1+ y ago3:41

3:41

Is he a normal magician what is so special about him or maybe horrifying.........The hypnotizer will take his revenge.…...........

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EP 289: Tips on Picking Technique for Guitar 2:00

1+ y ago2:00

2:00

A simple explanation on picking technique basics based on a question my private guitar student asked today.

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Midnight ghost || by horror stories in urdu 2:24

1+ y ago2:24

2:24

He can hear someone's crying in the empty bus wait he has seen her just now on the bus stop.......As she turned her head he saw that her eyes are bleeding...........

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EP 288: Chronological vs. Category - thoughts on books by Warren Nunes 9:27

2y ago9:27

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A riff on my thoughts on how to explore a musician’s works, both their written output and also their musical works. Lots of thoughts on books by guitarist Warren Nunes.

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EP 287: Delayed Gratification, Networking and Friendships 4:15

2y ago4:15

4:15

Sometimes networking is overcomplicated. This is how I think of it and how it has helped me on my musical journey.

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EP 286: Mini Concentrations in Life 6:30

2y ago6:30

6:30

An approach to speeding up mastery, something I’ve done for years even when I was a student in Berklee College of Music.

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EP 285: Long Term Creation Strategy for Musicians and Bands 3:19

2y ago3:19

3:19

This is all about doing things over a long period of time and getting results.

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Haunted computer by || horror stories in Urdu 6:29

2y ago6:29

6:29

Ahmed bought a new computer what happened next will shock you 😱😱.............#horrorstoriesinurdu

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Journey in Grace with David Sterling 54:11

2y ago54:11

54:11

The son of Jewish Holocaust survivors, David Sterling, now also known as Hajji Mustafa, embraced Islam in 1976 in Monterrey, California. A seeker of truth, he has since continued in the quest and search for knowledge, wisdom and enlightenment, leading him to the company of some of the noble and notable servants of God.He details his adventures and …

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Elevator game part 4 || by horror stories in Urdu 6:15

2y ago6:15

6:15

Listen 🎧 what happened next can he ever save his friend from the elevator world...........music#2Music used: "HORROR THEME " composed and produced by "Vivek Abhishek" Music link: https://youtu.be/LwjzmdiRFpc

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Gift of the Givers with Dr. Imtiaz Sooliman 46:26

2+ y ago46:26

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Dr. Imtiaz Sooliman is the founder and director of the Gift of the Givers Foundation, which has grown to become the largest non-profit humanitarian relief organization on the African continent.Originally a medical doctor, Dr. Sooliman gave up his career in the field following inspired spiritual guidance to make an even bigger impact in the world an…

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Finding Freedom with Julien Drolon and Zara Shafie of Halis Media 1:16:48

2+ y ago1:16:48

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Julien Drolon in a quest for truth, wisdom, guidance and understanding took a spiritual journey on foot in what was essentially a walk towards God that covered the distance of a thousand kilometers in Spain. His seeking ultimately led him to Islam, and later throughout the Muslims world.Julien met his wife Zara Shafie in Malaysia, and together they…

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The Blessed Black Seed with Abdullah Naki 49:08

2+ y ago49:08

49:08

The unique healing benefits of black seed, also known as nigella sativa, kalonji, black cumin and others, have been known for over fourteen hundred years due to the statement of the holy Prophet Muhammad ﷺ who stated that these little black powerhouses can cure every disease with the exception of death itself. Yet the miraculous healing power of bl…

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Crowdfunding with Chris Blauvelt of Launchgood 1:00:52

2+ y ago1:00:52

1:00:52

Crowdfunding, also referred to as crowdsourcing, is an ingenious method of sourcing funding for all types of projects and causes by facilitating direct relationships between campaigns and a global audience via the internet, and over the last decade or so has become a key method of making possible programs and initiatives that otherwise would have b…

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Secrets of Divine Love with A. Helwa 1:11:51

2+ y ago1:11:51

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A. Helwa is the author of the beautiful book Secrets of Divine Love, which is a wonderful introduction to Islam and its spiritual dimension, the goal of which is connection and communion with the Divine.The great mystic poet Jalaluddin Rumi (qs) stated, "Love is the bridge between you and everything," and they upon the spiritual path have always ul…

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Elevator part 3 horror story || by horror stories in urdu 7:03

2+ y ago7:03

7:03

Can akbar return home from elevator game ?? Who's that person return from the elevator game??.......... Created byInShot:https://inshotapp.page.link/YTShareCome Play with Me Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/b...Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/music…

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Black cat horror story || by horror stories in urdu 7:00

2+ y ago7:00

7:00

This story is of an orphan boy who would be kidnapped by a mad scientist........what was the experiment of the scientist?....….Come Play with Me Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/…

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Winter vacation horror story || by horror stories in urdu 5:07

2+ y ago5:07

5:07

Story starts with three girls going for a vacation in a haunted mansion.... what are they gonna find?...... will it change their life?......... Come Play with Me Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/. music#2Music…

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Haggard's crossing || by horror stories in urdu 5:26

3y ago5:26

5:26

Haggard's crossing was very popular in the village but no one's goes there..... But why? • For all ages

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The Role of a Shaykh in the Religion 21:09

3y ago21:09

21:09

The student and teacher relationship is as old as humanity, and the path of faith, religion and spirituality is no different in the necessity of learning from a qualified guide so as to avoid the myriad of pitfalls, misinterpretations and misunderstandings that inevitably arise without guidance from a qualified mentor upon the path.A qualified and …

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Sacred Manhood and Masculinity with Jamil Popatia 1:08:28

3y ago1:08:28

1:08:28

In an age in which cultural confusion is pushing for the ever increasing androgenization of human beings and the increasing blurring of gender differences, it is high time we in the Muslim and faith-based communities begin discussing the importance of a return to sacred manhood and masculinity which seeks to uphold the original purpose of creation …

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EP 284: How do you become a better performer? 4:29

3y ago4:29

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In this episode, you will find one this one seemingly super simple secret that many musicians don’t realise (and even underestimate) in their career as a performer.

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14th august horror story || by horror stories in urdu 4:09

3y ago4:09

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Abdullah was supposed to enjoy 14th august with his family but it didn't go as expected what have happened to fahim?? Were they aliens?......................................Come Play with Me Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Music promoted by https://…

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Exemplars for Our Time with Michael Haroon Sugich 1:07:13

3y ago1:07:13

1:07:13

Michael Haroon Sugich is the author of several important works within the Islamic faith and spiritual tradition including Signs on the Horizons and Hearts Turn, both of which are invaluable resources upon the path for they who seek to draw nearer unto the Divine Presence of Truth and who seek to awaken to their divine purpose.His most recent projec…

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Court horror story|| by horror stories in urdu 5:04

3y ago5:04

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A person was hanged on the guilt of someone else's deed but soon he will returnnn...... Come Play with Me Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/

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EP 283: Perfectionism, The Song Is The Focus 8:39

3y ago8:39

8:39

Updates on what I’ve been up to, why I’ve been listening to songs from my childhood, the process of growing as a musician… and the struggles.

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Elevator game part 2 || by horror stories in urdu 6:52

3+ y ago6:52

6:52

Will they ever return to their home or one of them will remain their forever..............................Come Play with Me Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/music#2Music used: "HORROR THEME " composed and prod…

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Illinois vs. Toronto, Neuroscience, and more with Yasser Samad 29:03

3+ y ago29:03

29:03

In this episode, I sit down with Yasser Samad, the founder of the Neuroscience100 platform and podcast. Yasser and I talk about the best tip to help you wake up early, podcasting, neuroscience, and more, and the conversation ends with a fun trivia contest about Illinois and Toronto. Can you get all the trivia questions correct...listen in to find o…

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