ISNA Canada Podcast

Building a Home: Navigating Our Deepest Relationships | Shaykh Belal AssadMost fights in life aren't actually about what we disagree on.In this insightful discussion, Sheikh Belal Assaad breaks down the true anatomy of conflict within our homes, marriages, and communities. Disagreement is a natural part of how Allah created us—it’s how we learn and grow. The real issue isn't the disagreement itself; it’s the tone, the words, and the treatment we choose.Drawing from his book Home Sweet Home and over 20 years of counseling experience, Sheikh Belal shares practical wisdom on how to bridge the communication gap between parents and children, build deep trust, and implement the "5 Ts" of harmonious relationships.What you’ll learn in this video:-Why some disagreement is actually healthy and necessary.-How communication barriers form between generations (and how to bridge them).-The power of listening with empathy and sharing vulnerable moments.-The "5 Ts" of a successful relationship: Trust, Transparency, Tolerance, Talking, and Time.-Understanding your partner’s unique "love language."
0:00 Intro: Disagreement is where we grow
1:06 Welcome & the book "Home Sweet Home"
1:47 Rights, boundaries & the family as society's cell
3:24 Why he wrote it: two decades of counseling
5:33 Beyond the "just me and mine" mindset
6:58 The migration crossroad & the generational gap
8:28 Two broken homes — reconnecting in small moments
10:20 The core skill: listening with empathy
12:51 Conflict is about tone, not disagreement
14:28 The Five Ts of a harmonious relationship
16:59 The straw that broke the camel's back
18:02 The power of words & love languages
20:44 Making time & keeping relationships real
21:52 Why we build emotional walls
23:22 Breaking the ice (& Dale Carnegie)
25:00 Loving for the sake of Allah
26:01 Parting advice: taking the first step
28:59 Closing

We’re surrounded by voices online — Imams, Influencers, Scholars, and everyone in between. But in all that noise, how do we actually find clarity?
This episode, we sit with Ustadh Shabbir Hassan ( Teacher & Host of the IlmFeed Podcast) to talk about navigating the digital Islamic landscape, choosing who to take knowledge from, and staying grounded when every opinion feels louder than the last.
A much-needed conversation for our times.

What does it take to truly learn? In this episode of The Journey To Knowledge, Shaykh Abdul Nasir Jangda reflects on the heart, discipline, and sincerity needed to walk the path of sacred knowledge — and what one must keep in mind along the way: that knowledge is not just information, but a means to transform the soul and draw closer to Allah.

Today, we bring together three powerful voices to reflect on one of the most enduring figures of our time: El-Hajj Malik El-Shabazz — Malcolm X.Joining us is Ustadha Iesha Prime — a celebrated educator and spiritual leader who has long been at the forefront of reclaiming the sacred narrative of Black Muslim women and prophetic activism.We’re also joined by Imam Yasin Dwyer — a poet, chaplain, and thinker whose decades of work in prisons and Canadian institutions has carried forward the legacy of transformative leadership rooted in justice and mercy.And finally, Brother Shaun King — an activist, writer, and global voice on racial justice and systemic reform. He brings to this table a deeply personal and public journey of speaking truth to power.Together, they reflect on the life, struggle, and legacy of Malcolm X — not just as an icon of resistance, but as a man of faith, growth, and immense relevance in our world today.

In this episode of the ISNA Canada Podcast, we sit down withStephen Brown, CEO of theNational Council of Canadian Muslims (NCCM), to discuss the Supreme Court challenge againstBill 21, the rise ofIslamophobia in Canada, and the role of Muslim political engagement. Brown explains whyQuebec’s approach to religious minorities affects all Canadians, how thenot withstanding clause is being used to strip away fundamental rights, and why Muslims must take an active role in shaping Canada’s future. He also reflects on theGreen Square Campaign and the tragic lessons from the Quebec City Mosque massacre. As Canada approaches acritical election, this conversation is a must-watch for those who care aboutjustice, advocacy, and the future of Muslim rights in Canada.