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  1. Addiction, Faith & The Consequences of Sin | Sh. Hamza Yusuf 167

    19 HR AGO

    Addiction, Faith & The Consequences of Sin | Sh. Hamza Yusuf 167

    Sheikh Hamza Yusuf is one of the most respected Islamic scholars and the co-founder of Zaytuna College in the U.S. He has spent over forty years studying with some of the world’s leading scholars and is known for making deep Islamic wisdom accessible and relevant to modern life. Through his books, lectures, and teaching, he’s helped countless people reconnect with their faith, find clarity, and make sense of the world around them.

    1h 17m
  2. “Obesity Is Costing Us $5 Trillion Every Year!” —Gary Brecka

    15 NOV

    “Obesity Is Costing Us $5 Trillion Every Year!” —Gary Brecka

    Gary Brecka is a human biologist, longevity researcher, host of  @ultimatehumanpodcast  and co-founder of 10X Health, Gary spent over 20 years in life insurance analyzing bloodwork, biomarkers, and medical records to predict lifespan with astonishing accuracy. Realizing the system profits when people get sick, not healthy, Gary shifted his focus to proactive health, longevity, and human optimization.    Today, he helps CEOs, elite athletes, and high performers boost energy, reverse biological aging, and extend healthspan.On this episode, Gary and Mo discuss why the healthcare system waits for you to break before acting, how to transition from sick care to self-care, and which biohacks actually move the needle from sleep, oxygen, and nutrition to blood markers. They also explore why supplements are useless without testing and reveal the single most overlooked factor that accelerates aging.   0:00 Intro3:34 Leaving the Mortality Industry4:48 Purpose, Passion & Energy6:34 Bringing Longevity to the Arab World8:00 Predicting Mortality in Insurance10:07 AI, Big Data & the Future of Medicine13:34 Modern Medicine vs Root Cause17:13 Can Disease Be Reversed?19:02 Dana White24:52 “Genetics”, Food & Pharma28:13 Anxiety & ADD33:10 Why Everyone Needs a Methylation Test36:33 Gut Health & Mood40:55 Migraines & Solutions45:14 Autoimmune Disease & Rethinking the Immune System50:03 Why Root Cause Beats Medication51:00 Teaching Longevity to Children52:49 Closing Remarks

    52 min
  3. Mo Gawdat on Power, Money, Morality: The Collapse of Capitalism & The Military-Industrial Complex

    6 NOV

    Mo Gawdat on Power, Money, Morality: The Collapse of Capitalism & The Military-Industrial Complex

    From IBM and Microsoft to serving as Chief Business Officer at Google X, Mo Gawdat has spent over three decades at the forefront of technology and innovation. Today, the bestselling author turns his engineer’s mind toward life’s biggest question: how can we live well and meaningfully in an age defined by artificial intelligence?   This monumental 2.5 hour episode, which Mo Islam called “the best I’ve ever shot”, is a journey through life, loss, and the future of humanity.Mo Gawdat opens up about his late son Ali and the lessons that inspired ‘Solve for Happy’, before diving into the decade of disruption ahead: from the rise of AI and autonomous weapons to universal basic income and the impending economic reset.   Together, the two Mo’s explore why Arabs are so misunderstood in the West, how ethical AI must be grounded in love and empathy, and how the Middle East can lead the next wave of innovation.    They challenge the failures of modern education, the grip of the military-industrial complex, and even the mysteries of the space-time continuum, all while searching for meaning in what Mo calls the “legendary level” of modern life.   A very big thanks to Merwas Studios in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia for inviting us to shoot in their WORLD CLASS Studios!   00:00 Intro 03:18 IBM, Microsoft & Google X 05:07 Losing Ali: The Moment Everything Changed 09:27 Writing Solve for Happy 11:41 Leaving Google & Launching “1 Billion Happy” 13:35 Living with Loss 17:05 Fate, Life & the Interconnectedness of Everything 23:04 Death as the Opposite of Birth 26:02 The Video Game of Life 31:23 Ali’s Death & Mo’s Purpose 34:53 Redefining Success: Impact over Ego 38:54 Learning, Curiosity & Creation 44:08 Solitude & Silent Retreats 49:01 Meditation Practices 55:13 Mindfulness in Daily Life 57:06 The Loneliness Epidemic 1:01:02 East vs. West: Community vs. Individualism 1:05:10 Surveillance, Privacy & the Illusion of Security 1:08:11 Raising Children in a Broken World 1:11:03 The Collapse of Capitalism & the Rise of AI 1:21:16 China vs. The West 1:24:06 The Illusion of Stock Markets & Institutional Control 1:30:03 War Economics: How Weapons Drive Profit 1:35:19 Humanity’s Awakening & Questioning the System 1:41:08 Reclaiming the Arab Narrative 1:47:27 Building Ethical AI 1:52:18 Entrepreneurship, Self-Reliance & Believing in the Region 2:00:03 Education is Broken 2:07:03 Business vs. Capitalism: Purpose Over Profit 2:10:00 Reclaiming Global Perception 2:17:13 Governance, Fairness & Leadership in the Arab World 2:22:06 Living in Uncertain Times 2:25:17 The Ultimate Video Game of Life 2:26:57 Closing Reflections

    2h 28m
  4. "Awareness Solves Half of Your Life's Problems" - Tia Maria | Integrative Nutritionist & Gut Hormone Specialist

    28 OCT

    "Awareness Solves Half of Your Life's Problems" - Tia Maria | Integrative Nutritionist & Gut Hormone Specialist

    "Awareness Solves Half of Your Life's Problems" - Tia Maria 164 | Integrative Nutritionist Gut Hormone Specialist.   Tia is a double-certified Integrative Nutritionist specialised in Gut and Hormone Health. Her journey into wellness began early, shaped by watching her mother bravely battle breast cancer twice and her father navigate his own health challenges.   These experiences sparked a deep curiosity about how the body and mind work together to create balance, vitality, and true well-being. A year and a half ago Tia founded TMD Wellness alongside her social media platforms to share her passion for integrative health and inspire a growing community committed to well-being.     Through an integrative and holistic approach, Tia’s mission is to empower you at every stage of your journey whether your goal is to optimize your health, cultivate sustainable habits, or restore your health from within.   00:00 Intro 04:29 Gut Health 101 07:32 Diet Culture, Stress Eating & Quick Fixes 13:37 Pills vs. Food 15:12 Obesity, Awareness & the Food Industry 20:46 Sugar & Inflammation 23:26 Finding Purpose 26:44 Inflammation Explained Simply 32:19 Delivery Apps, Portion Sizes & Awareness 43:24 Hormones, Birth Control & Natural Balance 51:01 Sleep: The Ultimate Longevity Hack 58:13 Diets vs. Sustainable Living 1:03:04 Discipline Over Motivation 1:04:42 Setting Boundaries & Finding Balance 1:06:15 Schools & Life Skills 1:11:21 Leaving 9-to-5 & Trusting Your Gut 1:17:30 Your Circle Defines Your Growth 1:23:32 Enjoying Without Guilt 1:26:40 The GCC Health Awakening 1:43:01 Purpose Over Paycheck 1:45:23 Gratitude, Purpose & Closing Remarks

    1h 45m
  5. When Art Becomes Therapy | Nourine Hammad on Motherhood and Healing

    22 OCT

    When Art Becomes Therapy | Nourine Hammad on Motherhood and Healing

    Nourine is a visual artist whose intricately detailed pencil drawings explore the line between reality and constructed imagery. Her immersive works challenge perception and invite quiet reflection. Beginning with photography or digital compositions, she meticulously translates her ideas into pencil on paper blending contemporary image-making with traditional technique.   Through themes of identity, interaction, and perception, her focus on objects, surfaces, and textures creates a heightened sensory experience, prompting deeper reflection on how form and space shape human experience. In this intimate 90 minute conversation, Mo and Nourine traverse a wide spectrum from the evolving art world and the boundaries of creative freedom, to motherhood, postpartum depression, and the quiet strength it takes to support loved ones through life’s most testing moments.     0:00 Intro 1:20 What Is Hyperrealism? 5:02 From IBM Engineer to Full-Time Artist 9:53 Instability, London Survival 12:41 Independence, Failure Mindset Resilience 19:18 Gulf Art on the Rise 25:27 What Makes “Art”? 28:00 Inspiration, Process Research Ethics 38:52 Burnout vs. Patience 45:00 Politics, Palestine Artistic Freedom 47:12 Creative Blocks 50:00 Postpartum Depression 59:02 Family Balance, Presence Digital Detox 1:09:11 Digital Addiction, Parenting Screens 1:13:23 Preparing Kids For Life 1:15:43 The IWC Minute 1:18:04 Life Without Art :20:30 Mantras Influences 1:24:06 Childhood, Vision, and the Gift of Observation 1:26:53 Closing Thoughts and Farewell

    1h 26m
  6. How Diriyah is Shaping Saudi Arabia's Cultural Future | Kiran Haslam, CMO Diriyah

    7 OCT

    How Diriyah is Shaping Saudi Arabia's Cultural Future | Kiran Haslam, CMO Diriyah

    Kiran is the Chief Marketing Officer at Diriyah Company who is leading the efforts to re-establish Diriyah’s position as a globally recognized cultural and historical landmark. With a career spanning international marketing, communications, and brand transformation, he brings a wealth of expertise in crafting narratives that resonate with diverse audiences around the world.   At Diriyah, he is driving initiatives that celebrate Saudi Arabia’s rich heritage while positioning it as a world-class destination for culture, history, and tourism.   On this episode, Kiran unpacks the immense scale of the extraordinary project that represents the birthplace of Al-Saud. With several assets already open and many more including hotels, housing, branded residences, and retail outlets set to come online soon, the nearing completion of DG1 and DG2 marks another major milestone in Diriyah’s transformation.   0:00 Intro: City of Earth6:57 Responsibility, Expectations & Pressure9:05 Building a World-Class Saudi Marketing Team12:00 The Power of Authenticity17:30 The New Saudi Way of Living22:33 Coffee, Scent & Hospitality25:00 Blending Heritage with Modern Living28:01 Smart-City Vision31:00 Riyadh’s Urban Renaissance37:24 Shifting Global Perception44:32 Hospitality Pipeline50:16 A Low-Rise, People-Focused City52:01 Life in Diriyah: Pedestrian Lifestyle1:00:52 Life in Saudi vs Expectations1:04:05 Positivity and Hunger of the Saudi Spirit1:08:25 Advice for the Next Generation1:11:30 Closing Remarks

    1h 11m
  7. Storytelling: A Common Thread of Humanity | Fatima Al-Banawi 160

    29 SEPT

    Storytelling: A Common Thread of Humanity | Fatima Al-Banawi 160

    A Saudi storyteller, actor, writer, and director whose work blends art with social impact, Fatima is the founder of Alf Wad Production House and The Other Story Project, initiatives that have transformed storytelling into a tool for cultural dialogue and community building. Her breakout role in Barakah Meets Barakah (2016), Saudi’s submission to the Oscars, helped shape the country’s new cinematic wave. Named a “Next Generation Leader” by Time Magazine and described as the “Sophie Calle of Saudi Arabia” by the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Fatima has become one of the most recognized creative voices from the Kingdom. She holds a Master’s degree from Harvard University, where she researched Arab identity and gender representation in cinema and literature. 0:00 Intro 2:34 Childhood Background 6:47 Control, Messiness Acceptance 13:00 Parents, Resentment Empathy 22:03 Imposter Syndrome 35:13 Barakah Public Reaction 41:50 Writing/Directing vs Acting 45:30 Owning the Narrative 55:04 Saudi Film Ecosystem Grows 59:34 “The Other Story” 1:11:24 Globalization Cinema 1:19:32 Alwad: A Thousand Valleys to the Heart 1:23:22 Red Sea Festival Market Maturity 1:34:44 Mental Health, Phones Finding Balance 1:40:31 Women, Theology Harvard 1:49:58 “Carve What Isn’t There” 1:52:56 Ignoring Bad Advice 1:55:29 Feeling Most Alive 1:58:32 Dreams, Manifestation Mortality 2:06:13 Closing Fatima Albanawi Instagram https://bit.ly/4mC4nP1 LinkedIn https://bit.ly/3IBI5iE Wikipedia https://bit.ly/4nNGdCi Website https://bit.ly/3IA3IQm The Mo Show Youtube https://bit.ly/3nDwsZv Apple Podcast https://apple.co/3J9ScX4 Spotify https://spoti.fi/33dzsC2 Anghami https://bit.ly/3mRo1uy Instagram https://bit.ly/2KAwq5v X https://bit.ly/3KanEnJ TikTok https://bit.ly/43L92po Website https://bit.ly/3H2DhMM Email info@themopodcast.com

    2h 3m
  8. "Saudi Arabia Has the Most Football Fans Per Capita in The World!" - Ben Harburg 159

    16 SEPT

    "Saudi Arabia Has the Most Football Fans Per Capita in The World!" - Ben Harburg 159

    Ben is an American investor and owner of Saudi football club Al-Kholood. He made history for being first non-Saudi to acquire a team in the Saudi Roshn League. Ben is also the founder of MSA Capital, a global investment firm managing over $2 billion in assets.   On this episode, Mo picks Ben’s brain on what first pulled him into the idea of buying a Saudi football club and why, out of all the options, he chose Al-Khulood FC. They get into what surprised him most about Saudi society since getting involved, and where he sees the Saudi league heading over the next decade, especially when it comes to breaking into the global rankings.   0:00 Intro 2:22 Early Life 5:05 Buying In: Reactions Barriers 8:32 Fan Experience 12:06 Why Saudi Football 17:19 Media Digital Strategy 22:38 Pre-Ronaldo League Momentum 31:29 Why Al-Kholood FC? 42:23 Saudi Talent 46:00 Facilities Overhaul 52:01 Privatization, Risk Sustainability 59:50 Vision, Season Start Message To Fans 1:06:35 Saudi’s AI & Tech Future 1:11:04 Food, Hobbies & Love For Football 1:16:18 Advice & Risk Taking 1:19:07 Message To Fans 1:23:20 Closing Remarks

    1h 22m
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  • Creator
    Mo Islam
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    175
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