More Than a Scarf: The Emotional and Spiritual Hijab Struggle
In this heartfelt and honest episode, we sit down with Aissatou, Tacko, and Mamita to explore our deeply personal journeys with the hijab.From when we started wearing it, to the why behind it ,this conversation holds space for the highs, the struggles, and everything in between. We talk about dealing with doubt, judgment, discrimination, and the complicated feelings of wearing a hijab when your heart isn’t fully in it.We reflect on self-esteem, community pressure, and the ways some Muslims shame others for how they wear it ,while also offering gentle advice, encouragement, and sisterhood to those navigating their own path.This one ends in duas, softness, and a reminder that you’re never alone on this journey.
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The Power of Dua: Making the Most of Ramadan’s Blessings
In this episode, we, Farima and Emilia, are getting real about the power of Dua (supplication), especially during the spiritually charged and heartwarming month of Ramadan! We'll dive into why Dua is such a cherished and essential part of this sacred time for Muslims.We'll open up and share our own heartfelt experiences with Dua, how it's been our anchor during tough times, a source of gratitude when blessings overflow, and a way to grow closer to Allah. Together, we'll chat about the emotional and spiritual magic that unfolds when making Dua and why Ramadan is the perfect time to pour your heart out, seek forgiveness, ask for guidance, and hope for all the blessings your heart desires. 🌙✨Whether you're new to Dua or have been making heartfelt supplications for years, this episode is here to inspire, uplift, and connect with the power of sisterhood and faith. 💕🤲
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Welcome to Brownstones & Barakah: Our Journey to Faith
As-salamu alaykum, Barakah Babes! 🌙💕 Welcome to the very first episode of Brownstones & Barakah — the podcast where faith, girlhood, and self-love come together.In this debut episode, your hosts Farima & Emilia open up about their personal journeys with Islam — from navigating identity and faith in NYC to rediscovering what it means to embrace Islam on their own terms. We get real about the highs, lows, and everything in between — reminding you that no two journeys look the same, and there's so much barakah in every step.Tune in as we lay the foundation for what this podcast is all about: sisterhood, vulnerability, and finding beauty in the process.
Brownstone & Barakah is a podcast where faith meets girlhood. Hosted by Farima & Emilia—two NYC girls on different journeys but the same mission—we dive into the beauty, struggles, and realities of being a Muslim woman today. From navigating Islam in a modern world to sisterhood, self-growth, and breaking cultural norms, this is a space for real conversations, raw experiences, and spiritual empowerment. Tune in for heartfelt discussions, faith-filled reflections, and the strength of Muslim sisterhood. 🎙️✨ #BrownstoneAndBarakah
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