Sep 29 2023 82 mins 1
In this episode, Joe and his guest, Zara, explore the world of Muslim Reddit, a popular online platform where Muslims from different backgrounds and perspectives share their opinions, experiences, and advice on various topics related to Islam and life. They focus on two of the most active subreddits: r/MuslimMarriage and r/MuslimLounge, where Muslims discuss topics such as marriage, relationships, family, culture, and spirituality.
We analyze some of the posts and comments from these subreddits and discuss how dumb some of the posts are, as well as the challenges that come with it. We also examine how these subreddits can create echo chambers and foster dumb ideas that are not based on Islamic principles or reality. They offer some suggestions on how to use these platforms in a more constructive and beneficial way, and how to avoid falling into the traps of extremism, ignorance, or negativity.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone who is interested in learning more about the Muslim Reddit phenomenon, or who wants to hear some honest and insightful conversations about the issues that matter to Muslims today. Tune in and join the discussion!
