Palestinian MMA fighter and activist Al-Baraa “Abu Ayoub” Atmeh joins us to talk about Islamic masculinity, the men of Gaza, and how the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ redefined what it means to be a man. In a world obsessed with Andrew Tate and “alpha-male” culture, Al-Baraa reminds us that real rajoolah true manhood in Islam s built on mercy, discipline, and care for the Ummah. As a fighter, husband, businessman, and new father, he connects faith, fight, and family to show that masculinity isn’t dominance; it’s responsibility. We filmed this video in the beautiful mountain city of Calgary, Alberta, Canada

In this episode you’ll learn:

• How the men of Gaza embody strength through compassion

• Why Prophetic masculinity is the antidote to “toxic masculinity”

• Lessons from Khaled Nabhan and Saleh Al-Jafrawi

• What being a man means in the eyes of the Ambiya and Sahabah

• How caring for the Ummah defines true male leadership

• How REAL men are supposed to act and be with their Mothers, Wives, Sisters, and Women around the World

We talk about it’s about faith, sacrifice, and service. Listen now to hear how the Men of Gaza and the Sunnah of the Prophet ﷺ teach the world what being a real man truly means.

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Today on The Thinking Youth we are joined by Aber Kawasor a wide-ranging conversation on faith, politics, organizing, and the future of progressive movements in America.

Aber Kawas is a community organizer, democratic socialist, and candidate for the New York State Senate. In this episode, we discuss what motivates her political work, the role of Muslim ethics in public service, the impact of the genocide in Gaza on American politics, and whether a new political realignment is emerging across the country.

We also explore the influence of money in politics, AIPAC's role in electoral races, the rise of the "Mamdani Moment," state-level policymaking, voter perceptions, and Aber's personal experience navigating the ICE deportation process. The conversation concludes with advice for young people looking to enter politics and the books that have most influenced her worldview.

Whether you're interested in grassroots organizing, electoral politics, or the intersection of faith and public life, this episode offers an insightful look into the ideas shaping a new generation of political leaders.

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In today’s episode of Thinking Youth, we are joined by political commentator and global affairs analyst Sami Hamdi for a personal and reflective discussion on the challenges and inspirations shaping the Muslim world today.

Together, we explore whether the Ummah has truly been fragmented over the past century, the importance of studying contemporary Islamic thinkers and influential Muslim voices, and how young Muslims can stay intellectually and spiritually connected to their history and identity in the modern world.

The conversation also dives into the vision and inspiration behind Pakistan, with a special discussion on the legacy of Allama Iqbal and why his ideas continue to resonate with Muslim youth across generations. Sami Hamdi also shares his thoughts on the companions of the Prophet PBUH, discussing which companion he finds most inspiring and why their examples remain timeless today.

Towards the end of the episode, the discussion becomes deeply personal as we reflect on a powerful question: if we had the opportunity to speak directly to the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), what would we say?

This episode is filled with insight, sincerity, history, and reflection - offering young Muslims meaningful perspectives on faith, identity, leadership, and the future of the Ummah.

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