This week, I had to take a breath. As a mum, a revert, a creator, sometimes it all becomes a little too connecting and draining. So I’m taking my own advice, and hitting pause.

In this special re-upload, I’m sharing one of my earliest episodes that feels even more relevant today: the difference between feeling connected to Allah and actually being connected. It’s a reminder that stillness isn’t distance. And that taking time for your mental health, your deen, and your family is part of the connection.

If you’re new to the podcast, welcome, this episode will give you a strong foundation. If you’ve heard it before, may it reach you with new clarity.

Next week, I’ll be back with a brand new episode featuring a special guest!

Until then, you can find me on: 🔹 TikTok: @beyondtheshahada 🔹 YouTube: @beyondtheshahada 🔹 UpScrolled: @beyondtheshahada

If you’re a Christian who’s ever wondered what Islam actually teaches without the media filters, without the politics, and without the cultural confusion - this episode is for you.

I’m not here to debate. I’m not here to convert you.

I’m just here to share the truths I never heard as a Christian. Truths about the Quran, Jesus, Mary, women’s rights, and the very God you already believe in.

Because Islam isn’t a new religion. It’s the final message in the same chain that includes Abraham, Moses, and Jesus, peace be upon them all. It’s not a rejection. It’s a continuation.

In this episode, we talk about:

• The real meaning of “Allah”

• Whether Islam has been changed or preserved

• The difference between the Quran, Hadith, and the Bible

• Women’s rights in Islam vs cultural misconceptions

• How Muslims view Jesus and Mary

• Why we don’t worship the Kaaba

• And why there’s no pastor or racial hierarchy in Islam

This is the episode I wish someone had made for me when I was still searching.

📌 Share this with someone curious. 🎧 Follow the podcast for more real, honest conversations about Islam.

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What happens when you grow up deeply rooted in Christianity, but your questions go unanswered? In this episode of Beyond the Shahada, I take you through my personal journey, from Lutheran beginnings, Catholic school, and Pentecostal revivals… to reading the Bible cover to cover, discovering shocking truths about Paul, and ultimately, finding Islam.

This wasn’t an emotional decision. It wasn’t a rebellion. It was years of research, reflection, and sincere prayer and what I found in Islam filled in the blanks that had never made sense to me in the church.

Whether you're a new revert, a curious Christian, or a born Muslim wondering how people come to Islam, this episode is for you.

🕊️ Truth doesn't fear your questions. Keep seeking.

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Today’s episode is a little different, because I’m not alone. I sat down with the legendary Aussie Niqabi - Alexis: Campbelltown-born, single mum of three, founder of eco-business The Bin Chicken, and the woman who’s been making waves (and causing trolls to melt down) on TikTok with her niqab and razor-sharp Aussie humour.

But behind the viral videos? There’s a deeper story: a promise to Allah SWT after a brutal custody battle, a life of balancing faith and family, and the reality of facing Islamophobia in Australia - sometimes funny, sometimes scary.

👉 Important note: This conversation originally ran almost 2 hours, and has been edited to the best bits. You may also hear her adorable 10-month-old baby in the background, because #MumLife never stops, and there are a few moments where the audio isn’t perfect. But this conversation was too important not to share.

We talk about: ✅ Choosing to wear the niqab in Australia ✅ Facing Islamophobia in everyday life (and Kmart!) ✅ Navigating co-parenting with a non-Muslim ✅ Building community on TikTok ✅ Balancing faith and culture ✅ Dismantling stereotypes about Muslim women

🎧 Whether you’re a revert, a Muslim mum, or just curious about life behind the niqab, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

📌 Links: 🔗 Project Quran: projectquran.com.au 🔗 The Aussie Niqabi TikTok: tiktok.com/@theaussieniqabi 🔗 The Bin Chicken: thebinchicken.au 🔗 My links: lnk.bio

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When I left Christianity, it wasn’t out of rebellion. It was because I finally understood what I believed and what I didn’t.

This episode is a personal look into why I left church culture behind, how I found clarity in Islam, and the backlash I faced from people who once claimed to love me.

We’re talking about blind faith vs true understanding, judgment vs sincerity, and why choosing Islam was the most thought-out decision I’ve ever made.

🔸 Why the church taught obedience without understanding 🔸 How Islam encourages critical thinking and leadership 🔸 The difference between being accepted… and being known 🔸 And why I couldn’t keep pretending once I knew the truth

This one’s for the people in the TikTok comments, for the quiet thinkers in the back row of church, and for anyone who's ever felt like questioning wasn’t allowed.

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In this emotional and raw episode of Beyond The Shahada, Bree Shaaban shares her deeply personal journey from Christianity to Islam. From questioning her faith and uncovering discrepancies in the Bible to her life-changing encounter with the Quran, Bree opens up about the moment that transformed her life forever.

After years of studying the Bible, Bree's search for truth led her to Islam, starting with the Quran's scientific miracles and a new understanding of Jesus (AS). In this episode, she dives deep into the questions that caused her to rethink everything:

• Why does the Bible contradict itself?

• Why is the concept of the Trinity not supported by scripture?

• What does the Quran reveal about the truth of Islam and the stories of the prophets?

Bree recounts the night that everything changed for her, and the moment she walked into the Islamic Center, fearing the unknown, only to discover a community full of love, peace, and truth.

This is more than just a conversion story, it's a journey of spiritual awakening and finding answers to the biggest questions in life. Bree now hosts a podcast, runs a Muslim business, and helps others who are on their own journey of seeking truth and discovering Islam.

Tune in to hear about Bree’s unfiltered experience and the powerful message of how seeking knowledge led her to embrace the true path. Whether you’re someone questioning your faith or simply seeking inspiration, this episode is for you.

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Why does it feel like Allah abandoned me?’ If you’ve ever cried during sujood or wondered if your pain was ‘punishment,’ this episode is for you. Bree Shaaban gets raw about:

• How childhood trauma distorts your relationship with Allah

• The loneliness of being called ‘strong’ when you’re breaking inside

• Practical steps to reframe your faith beyond trauma responses (including the du’a that changed everything)

This isn’t a ‘just pray more’ lecture - it’s a lifeline for anyone who’s ever felt unseen by Allah.

Check out the books I mentioned by Amira Shahin here: https://mindfulpursuits.info/collections/all

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