In this series, host Sara Salimi explores a wide range of issues concerning Muslim identity in the West through the lens of a symbol we are all too familiar with: the melting pot. Every episode, a featured guest breaks down one puzzle piece that defines part of the Western Muslim’s journey to God in a society that does not necessarily represent a God-centric lifestyle. Will the puzzle pieces ever come together to create that ...
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Louise Cansington, a Swedish funeral home director, was a former Islamophobe who frequented anti-immigration protests, had a blog that was shut down for racism and bigotry, and promoted hate for Islam. Today, she is a Muslim activist and a fierce defender of Palestinian rights. In this episode, Louise shares the story behind her transformation.
On the latest episode of Muslims of the Melting Pot, Miko Peled shares his experience living and growing up in Jerusalem as the son of an Israeli general. Now a fierce defender of Palestinian rights, he narrates his journey of activism from his roots to his realizations of the truth behind the Israeli-Palestinian issue.
Best known for her page, “Grow with Marjan,” an Iranian Muslim student walks us through her experience as a hijabi influencer in Hong Kong whose content has inspired people all around the world. Marjan delves into her hijab story, the role models she looks up to, the motivations behind her content, and even the hate she’s received in the process.