The Abwaan Chronicles

Aug 08 2022 85 ep. 49 mins 89
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ab·waan ⇌ storyteller We focus on topics related to our life experiences and identity as Muslim/Black/Western third culture kids

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True Crime - A Modern Day Obsession

Aug 08 2022 36 mins  
In this last episode of season 5 Istahil & Umal attempt to understand the world’s modern day obsession with true crime. They unravel some shocking statistics about true crime consumption, and discuss the psychology behind the obsession.

Beauty In One: Blogging, Beauty and Gut Health with Hafsa from Mind Pretty Soul

May 26 2022 49 mins  
Hafsa takes us on a journey of her blogging in the early 2010's, the growth of beauty content, trendy skincare routine and diet culture/gut health!The Abwaan Art Exhibition will be held July 12 in Toronto. Be sure to follow us on instagram to keep up with updates.If you are interested in showcasing your art at the exhibit, please submit your art using this form (Deadline: June 15th

I Don't Dream of Labour ft. Ayan and Tobias

Apr 20 2022 44 mins  
The girls are tired folks! Literally. Hafsa invited her friends Ayan and Tobias to talk about how we have been swindled into selling their souls and working for the man. Millennial discontent, bullshit jobs, anti capitalism - we cover it all!TobiasTwitter: twitter.com/WhytrustmeSubstack: https://substack.com/profile/41731775-inconspicuous-black-personAuthor and anthropologist David

#NoMorePaperStraws: Understanding Climate Change

Mar 16 2022 85 mins  
On this episode Ikran, Istahil and guest co-host Juwayriyya get down to the basics of climate change. Whats the science behind all the doom and gloom and what can we do about it? We talk about climate justice, what it's really like being a victim of this climate crisis and how our clothes are making the issue worse. With the help of some amazing guests; Dr Daniel Swain (Climate Sci

We Don't Talk About Hijab

Feb 02 2022 58 mins  
We don't talk about hijab, why is that? In this episode, we talk about what hijab means to us, and why it's a topic we're hesitant to discuss. Hijab has been a booming topic lately from balaclavas to the french hijab ban, these issues got us talking amongst ourselves and forced us to have the conversations we were avoiding. Our thoughts? take a listen.Article referenced: https://ya

But are they the as*#@l3$?

Jan 05 2022 37 mins  
On this episode we invite you, dear listener, to be judge jury and executi- jk. Sahra and Istahil decided to start the new year reading messy AITA posts from the holidays. Why do we share so much online? Is being a Potterhead a mental illness? Can your in-laws grade your fashion choices? Let's talk about it!Ways to support us:Buy Us Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Abwaanpodcas

Plant Parenthood ft House Plant Journal, Khadija & Maymuun

Nov 30 2021 54 mins  
In this episode we have Darryl Cheng, Khadija and Maymuun talk to us about their plant journeys and experiences. It was fun chatting with them and learning about their plant parenthood experiences. Are you interested in understanding why people love plants? Or are you planning to buy a plant soon and don't know where to start? Regardless this episode is for you.Annoucements:40% off

Fostering Part 2: The Whys, The Hows and Adoption ft. Yasmine and Ti’gisti

Nov 03 2021 75 mins  
Our final fostering episode is here! In this episode we discuss what we think about fostering and adoption. We had Yasmine from Children’s Aid Society (CAS) break down the process for us and Ti’gisti tells us what she experienced when adopting her baby boy. This one is chock-full of information, we hope you like it!If you liked this, check out Episode 41 - Fostering Part 1: In

Season 5, Are You Ready for It?

Oct 20 2021 30 mins  
WE'RE BACK WITH SEASON 5! It's difficult to believe this is our FIFTH year podcasting 🤭In this episode we discuss our break and exciting plans this season- it's going to be a unique one!Ways to support us:Buy Us Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/AbwaanpodcastCop our merch: https://www.abwaanchronicles.com/shopGet in touch with us via:Instagram: instagram.com/abwaanpodcastTwit

True Crime - A Modern Day Obsession

Aug 08 2022 36 mins  
In this final episode of season 5, Istahil & Umal attempt to understand the modern day obsession with true crime. They unravel some shocking statistics about true crime consumption, and discuss some of the psychology behind why we consume it.