Best Tech Affairs Community Podcasts (2025)

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The Bionic Adviser Is Here – Are You Ready? with Andy Hart 37:37

1d ago37:37

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Send us a text What happens when a financial planner goes full Iron Man, blending cutting-edge tech with powerful human connection? In this episode of PROpulsion LIVE, Francois sits down with Andy Hart, creator of Humans Under Management, to unpack what it really means to be a "bionic adviser." We explore the human skills that tech will never repla…

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The Climate Case of the Century: Inside the story of a youth-led legal movement 55:51

3d ago55:51

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In a world-first, the International Court of Justice is preparing to deliver an advisory opinion on climate change and human rights - all thanks to a youth-led campaign that began thousands of miles from The Hague, in the Pacific Islands. This week, we look inside that extraordinary campaign, and hear the story of Cynthia Houniuhi, who - as a young…

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Wales: A Work in Progress - Episode 9: Unpacking The Federal-Confederal Letters, with David Melding and Glyndwr Cennydd Jones 34:49

4d ago34:49

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In the ninth episode of our series Wales: A Work in Progress, the IWA's Co-Director Joe Rossiter speaks to David Melding and Glyndwr Cennydd Jones about their new booklet: The Federal-Confederal Letters. You can read the booklet at: https://simplebooklet.com/thefederalconfederalletters1#page=1By Institute of Welsh Affairs

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Inside the mind of a Muslim millionaire | Mohammed Paracha 1:26:35

4d ago1:26:35

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In this episode, IFG Co-founder Ibrahim Khan sits down with Nester Co-founder Mohammed Paracha to uncover the mindset, principles and strategies that shaped his success.What drives a Muslim millionaire?Get ready to gain actionable insights on wealth-building, entrepreneurship and staying true to your faith while achieving wealth and financial freed…

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O+O Recommends: When Science Finds A Way 5:50

5d ago5:50

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Last episode, we explored the urgent connection between climate and health, and brought you a powerful and timely conversation with Julia Gillard, former Australian Prime Minister and Chair of the Wellcome Trust. Today, we want to recommend a show that those who enjoyed that episode are likely to love. When Science Finds A Way is a brilliant podcas…

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The Rise of the Alt-Bros | Dr William Barylo 51:48

5d ago51:48

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Are Muslims falling for the Alt-Bro trap?Sociologist Dr William Barylo joins IFG’s Ibrahim Khan to expose the rise of the Muslim manosphere: a red-pill inspired movement wrapped in Islamic branding. They explore the toxic blend of hustle culture, fake alpha coaches and social media dawah and how it’s exploiting Muslims seeking purpose, wealth and i…

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What AI Can’t Do: The Human Advantage in Financial Planning with Sharon Moller 36:44

8d ago36:44

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Send us a text In this episode of PROpulsion LIVE, we sit down with Sharon Moller, Financial Planning Coach at Old Mutual Wealth, to explore a critical question: in a world where AI can do almost everything… what’s left for human financial planners to do? Sharon believes the answer lies in coaching—not the problem, but the person. With 19 years of …

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Health Warning: The Human Cost of Climate Inaction with Julia Gillard 39:08

10d ago39:08

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Scientists warn that the world could breach its 1.5°C emissions limit within just 2-3 years. It’s a scary thought, but across the globe, many are grappling with an even more immediate and visceral reality: the climate crisis is already a health crisis. From deadly heatwaves to worsening air pollution and climate-related trauma, the health impacts o…

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Want a Thriving Advice Business? These 7 Habits Will Get You There 37:37

15d ago37:37

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Send us a text Want a Thriving Advice Business? These 7 Habits Will Get You There Legendary financial planning practices don’t happen by accident — they’re built by habit. In this week’s episode of PROpulsion LIVE, Francois unpacks seven powerful habits he’s seen consistently across standout advice businesses. Whether you’re a solo practitioner or …

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Could This Change Your Life?: The Climate Tech Revolution 54:31

17d ago54:31

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While climate diplomacy grapples with global uncertainty, there’s a quiet revolution happening that may be just as important - thousands of breakthrough technologies and creative applications that are emerging to tackle the climate crisis in new and unexpected ways. Around the world, figures from business, government and civil society come together…

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The Power of Pioneering in Muslim Tech | Arfah Farooq 49:33

17d ago49:33

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Arfah Farooq, co-founder of Muslim Tech Fest, shares the inspiring journey of creating a global platform that empowers Muslim entrepreneurs and tech innovators.🎧 In this episode, Arfah talks to IFG Co-Founder Ibrahim Khan about her mission, the challenges she faced and the future of tech for Muslims.Get ready for actionable insights on entrepreneur…

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The Crypto Expert: How To Make Crypto Money in 2025 (Even If You’re A Beginner) | Ibrahim Alkurd 43:35

18d ago43:35

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In this podcast episode, Ibrahim Khan sits down with Ibrahim Al Kurd, a Forbes 30 Under 30 Founder. He studied medicine and then founded four other companies, a charity and invested in businesses. He shared with us cutting-edge insights at the frontier of the crypto world, and how it is still possible to make money from Crypto in 2025.…

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Stuck, overwhelmed, drained - is personal development all its cracked up to be? 26:46

19d ago26:46

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Send us a text Are you stuck in the cycle of learning, learning, learning without really moving forward? In this episode of PROpulsion LIVE, Francois opens up about his own journey of personal development, the moment he realised knowledge wasn’t enough, and how true growth only happens through doing. You'll discover: ✅ Why personal development can …

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How to Return the Ummah to its Former Glory | Muslim gameplan for success 1:31:05

19d ago1:31:05

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There's a lot of talk about Islamic revival, but rarely ever is there any talk of a plan to get us there? In this podcast episode, Ibrahim Khan outlines the blueprint for bringing the next Golden Age of Islam.

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Hope for the High Seas?: Sylvia Earle and Oceans on the World Stage 44:53

24d ago44:53

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World leaders, scientists and ocean advocates are gathering in Nice for the 3rd UN Ocean Conference (UNOC) and hopes are high that progress can be made on some of the many pressing issues facing our seas - from acidification to pollution, and from biodiversity loss to deep sea mining. Reporting from the summit, Christiana Figueres and Tom Rivett-Ca…

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How To Finally Connect With The Quran | Dr Sohaib Saeed 1:00:00

24d ago1:00:00

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In this episode, Ibrahim Khan speaks with Dr Sohaib Saeed, who is well-known for his translations of classical works of tafsīr. He discusses how to make the Quran more accessible by changing the way we teach Quran and also go into how the Quran views money.

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How To Become A Productive Muslim In 2025 | Mohammed Faris 35:17

25d ago35:17

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In this podcast episode, Ibrahim Khan sits down with best-selling author ('The Productive Muslim' and 'The Barakah Effect') Mohammed Faris. He shares with us insights on how Muslims can become more productive and bring barakah into our lives.

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From Idea to £X00m exit | Husayn Kassai Onfido Co-founder's Story 1:25:00

26d ago1:25:00

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Husayn Kassai started a small company alongside his fellow co-founder to tackle the problem of idea verification whilst at university. The result was a startup which is reportedly being sold for up to $650m. This is the story for how they did it.

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🎉Our 300th episode: Have We Been Using CRM Wrong This Whole Time? with Kobus Barnard 41:32

29d ago41:32

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Send us a text 🎉 This is our 300th episode of PROpulsion LIVE and we’re celebrating it in true style! In this week’s milestone interview, Francois sits down with Kobus Barnard, CEO and co-founder of Allegiance Consulting—the minds behind Avalon, a next-gen financial planning platform used by over 7,000 advisers. Together, they explore the real purp…

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COP30: Can Brazil deliver a global breakthrough? 59:17

1M ago59:17

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This November, Brazil will host COP30 in Belém, on the edge of the Amazon rainforest, in what is bound to be a moment packed with symbolism, high expectations, and global significance. This week, Christiana Figueres, Tom Rivett-Carnac, and Paul Dickinson explore what’s at stake, what Brazil wants to achieve, and whether the world is ready to move f…

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The TRUTH About Islamic Finance And Its Critics | Ibrahim Khan 36:24

1M ago36:24

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In this episode, Ibrahim takes a turn in the guest seat to address some common criticisms about Islamic Finance asked by our very own Sohaib Ashraf, a portfolio manager for our sister company Cur8.

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Why Israeli dates are juicier | Palestinian Date Expert 41:55

1M ago41:55

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We deep dive into all things date-related with Nazim Awan, co-founder of Holy Land Dates. Ibrahim Khan hosts.

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This millionaire's secret regret will shock you | Jordan Welch 4:25

1M ago4:25

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Have you ever reached a milestone, only to find it doesn't bring the happiness you expected? Picture Jordan Welch, having achieved a multimillion-pound exit, standing amidst wealth and success yet feeling a profound void. This video takes you on a journey exploring his story and many like his, where the endless chase for riches becomes a roadblock …

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Turning a Skeptic into a Client: Overcoming Financial Adviser Resentment 29:53

1M ago29:53

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Send us a text In this episode of PROpulsion LIVE, we talk about one of the hardest — and most human — challenges in financial planning: earning the trust of a client who’s had a bad experience with a previous adviser. From scepticism and defensiveness to outright frustration, you’ll often sit across from people carrying baggage you didn’t pack. Bu…

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Sovereignty and Survival: A Spotlight on Vanuatu 1:03:06

1M ago1:03:06

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How far would you go to protect your home? In this week’s special episode, Christiana Figueres brings us a deeply personal and political dispatch from Vanuatu - a country on the frontlines of the climate crisis and at the heart of one of the most significant climate justice initiatives of our time. In conversations with voices from government (Mini…

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Why he quit his $1 million a year investment banking job | Iqbal Nasim 1:33:34

1M ago1:33:34

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Iqbal Nasim is a renowned educator and speaker dedicated to guiding individuals towards a truly God-centered life. Iqbal holds an MA in Economics and Management from Cambridge University and an MSc in Voluntary Sector Management from Cass Business School. In 2011, he left a successful investment banking career to lead the National Zakat Foundation …

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Everything you NEED to know about Islamic wills and inheritance 2:19:28

1M ago2:19:28

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From the moment we die, our wealth stops being ours - and starts becoming a test for our loved ones. In this deep-dive episode, we cover the full Islamic, legal, and practical picture: from the spiritual roots of fara’id, to real-life inheritance disputes, to exactly how to draft a compliant will in the UK. We unpack taxes, trusts, non-Muslim relat…

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Build Impact, Not Just Mosques: Strategic Charity Explained | Funders In Good 41:37

1M ago41:37

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Should Muslim giving be about short-term reward — or long-term systems change? In this episode, we explore what strategic sadaqah looks like, why building impact means more than just building buildings, and how funders can rethink their approach to truly uplift the Ummah.

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The Human Side of Financial Planning with Rudolph Geldenhuys 44:11

1M ago44:11

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Send us a text In this episode of PROpulsion LIVE, we’re joined by the 2024 Financial Planner of the Year, Rudolph Geldenhuys. Together, we dive into the tension between the technical and human sides of financial planning—and why embracing both is essential for success in today’s environment. Rudolph shares insights on developing deep client relati…

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When Business Is Political: Climate commitments in an age of backlash 53:57

2M ago53:57

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As the US federal government drifts further into anti-climate rhetoric and abandons its national and international commitments, can non-state actors hold the line? With Christiana Figueres away in Vanuatu, Tom Rivett-Carnac and Paul Dickinson take the reins to explore how climate progress is increasingly being driven by - or being left to - busines…

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How Sunnamusk became a £20M international empire | Kazi Abidur Rahman 51:04

2M ago51:04

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Ibrahim Khan sits down with Kazi Abidur Rahman, Sunnamusk's CEO, to hear the story of how the business went from the streets of East London to becoming an international brand doing £20m a year in revenue.

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Indian Entrepreneur: From council estate to building a global Muslim app 47:25

2M ago47:25

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Islamic education is changing and Niyyah is leading the way. Forget outdated, overwhelming approaches - this conversation explores how modern tech transforms how Muslims connect with the Quran. In this episode, Ibrahim sits down with Shinaz Navas, founder of the Niyyah App, to discuss the future of Quran learning. They dive into how bite-sized less…

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Zakat expert: "Zakat isn't supposed to make you feel good" 1:27:54

2M ago1:27:54

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Zakat isn’t just charity—it’s a weapon for real change.Forget the usual “feel-good” charity talk—this conversation uncovers the revolutionary potential of Zakat for nationwide impact. In this eye-opening episode, Ibrahim sits down with Sheikh Sohail Hanif (CEO, National Zakat Foundation) to discuss the often-overlooked power of Zakat to drive real-…

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What Expats Need to Know with Hugo van Zyl 46:55

2M ago46:55

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Send us a text In this episode of PROpulsion LIVE, we’re joined by expat tax expert Hugo van Zyl to unpack the latest changes affecting South Africans living abroad — and those planning to leave. From Exchange Control adjustments and the UK’s new residency tax model, to South Africa’s new Digital Nomad Visa and surprise updates on foreign pensions,…

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The Spanish Grid Goes Down: Are renewables really to blame? 44:31

2M ago44:31

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On April 28th, millions of people across Spain, Portugal and beyond were plunged into darkness in one of Europe’s most severe blackouts in decades. Was it a cyberattack? A renewables failure? Or might things be a little more complex? This week, Tom Rivett-Carnac, Christiana Figueres, and Paul Dickinson dig into what we know, what we don’t, and ask …

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Sultan Choudhury | Building the 1st UK Islamic Bank, Islamic Mortgages DISSECTED, Al-Rayan Analysed 1:21:30

2M ago1:21:30

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Join us in this exciting episode as we literally hear it from the horse's mouth, Sultan Choudhury - a leader in Islamic Finance in the UK and a exec level insider who spills the tea on Islamic banking, halal mortgages and more...Don't miss this one.

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Sheikh Akram Nadwi: Future of Islamic education in the West | In Urdu 1:00:51

2M ago1:00:51

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Islamic scholarship is evolving, and Al-Salam Institute is at the forefront of this transformation.This conversation explores how modern education makes classical Islamic studies more accessible than ever.In this episode, Ibrahim speaks with Sheikh Akram Nadwi, founder of Al Salam Institute, to discuss the future of Islamic scholarship. We dive int…

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How we quit our jobs and built a £34M MUSLIM fintech | The IFG Story 1:07:11

2M ago1:07:11

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Ex-City lawyers Ibrahim Khan and Mohsin Patel started Islamic Finance Guru as a blog. They just wanted to solve a problem. Then things took off. Here’s the real story.

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Building a Personal Brand as a Financial Planner with Dr Pieter de Villiers 34:17

2M ago34:17

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Send us a text In this episode of PROpulsion LIVE, we explore how financial planners and advisers can build a powerful personal brand that supports their practice and connects authentically with clients. Dr Pieter de Villiers joins us to share his journey from veterinarian to lifestyle financial planner and content creator. He talks about what make…

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Palestinian doctor | How I built a viral 1.2M+ user app for Muslims 1:05:22

2M ago1:05:22

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Think Muslim tech founders are just a niche? In this podcast episode, we're diving into the world of faith-driven entrepreneurs with Abdul-Rahman Abbas, a former NHS doctor who turned his passion for technology into a global success.He created Pillars, a widely-used prayer app, and is now launching JibrilApp, a groundbreaking platform for Islamic e…

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Technology vs Transition?: What Tony Blair gets right - and wrong - about net zero 52:45

2M ago52:45

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Former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair says that net zero is politically unachievable without radical rethinking: a shift away from reducing consumption and toward technologies that can remove carbon both at the source and from the atmosphere. So, are carbon capture and carbon removal really viable - and more palatable - alternatives to a rapid fossil…

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Taliban BANNING women, stagnating Islamic scholarship, reviving Prophetic economics | Sh Hasib Noor 54:45

2M ago54:45

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Hailing from Afghanistan, raised in the USA and living in Madinah, Sheikh Hasib Noor takes us through his engagement with the Taliban, his thoughts on Islamic revival and where he thinks Islamic Finance has gone wrong.

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The TRUTH about Islamic finance and its critics | Ibrahim Khan 36:24

2M ago36:24

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In this episode, Ibrahim takes a turn in the guest seat to address some common criticisms about Islamic Finance asked by our very own Sohaib Ashraf, a portfolio manager for our sister company Cur8 Capital.

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The Invisible Workload of Running a Practice 33:57

2M ago33:57

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Send us a text Running a financial planning practice involves a lot more than client meetings and advice. Behind every success story is a mountain of invisible work — compliance headaches, team issues, tech frustration, and never-ending admin. In this week’s episode of PROpulsion LIVE, we pull back the curtain and talk honestly about what practice …

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Beyond the ‘Climate Wars’?: Australia heads to the polls 44:22

2M ago44:22

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Australia heads to the polls this weekend - with climate firmly on the ballot. Is the country ready to lose its reputation as the battleground of the climate wars? And are we about to see a lasting shift in a nation that has for years been torn between its sunlight and its coal? As a pivotal election looms, Christiana Figueres, Tom Rivett-Carnac an…

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Meet the man rebuilding Gaza, Iraq and Afghanistan through Venture Capital | Ryan Sturgill 1:00:11

2M ago1:00:11

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People in war zones face difficult lives, but Ryan here has cracked the code to fighting the good fight and supporting them through good old venture capital.

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How stay-at-home-mums can profit from the childcare sector | Ashfaque Chowdhury 27:19

2M ago27:19

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Ashfaque Chowdhury has been in the UK Muslim education space for a while now, and he reveals a new way stay-at-home mothers (and fathers) can potentially earn up to £42k a year, among other exciting topics.

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How I lost it all in property - then fought back up | Kamran Mahmood 19:23

2M ago19:23

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In this episode, Ibrahim speaks to Kamran Mahmood a successful entrepreneur who's been in the property game since he was 11 years old! Now, Kamran is the CEO of Gridizen, an end-to-end property management platform.

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Moving to Dubai: Job market, choosing a neighbourhood, schools, Muslim community 54:14

2M ago54:14

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Join Mohsin in this panel discussion as they uncover some hard truths about life in Dubai. With 14 years collectively between them, they share their honest thoughts, experiences and things most Muslims don't consider - the good, the bad and the ugly.

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The Double-Edged Sword of Comparison in Financial Advice 36:58

2M ago36:58

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Send us a text In this episode of PROpulsion LIVE, we explore a powerful yet often overlooked topic: how comparison shows up in the world of financial planning – and the impact it has on confidence, focus, and fulfilment. From industry awards to social media highlights, the pressure to measure success by someone else's yardstick is everywhere. But …

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