The Submissions Podcast

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The Submissions Podcast shares the stories of Muslims. Storytellers of all ages and backgrounds share moments from their lives; from birth to death, and everything in between. Got a story to share? Please message us on Instagram: @submissionspodcast Our podcast is simple; we exist to share the ordinary and extraordinary happenings in life that remind us of and strengthen our faith in Allah SWT. Together we reflect on these stories to draw life lessons from moments big and small, and how these can help us connect to our faith. This is Submissions.

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Apr 09 2024 8 mins  
This Ramadan our minisodes have taken us to the trip of a lifetime, the throes of babyhood and the zeal of youth. Now, as we bid farewell to Ramadan we make one last stop in the twilight years of life. Farewells can leave us feeling bereft and in this reflection, we walk with Asna in a raw and bittersweet contemplation on grief.

New Shoots

Apr 05 2024 7 mins  
Have you ever found that you are reminded of the same subject over and over again in a short space of time? Such that you can now look back and feel so strongly the themes that have characterised the seasons of your life. In this minisode, Aiysha talks us through an uplifting theme that has been emerging from her Ramadan this year and the beautiful reflections that it has sparked.

Journeys in Faith: Aliyah Umm Raiyaan

Apr 01 2024 21 mins  
From the event Submissions Live: Journeys in Faith we bring you the highly anticipated tale of how sister Aliyah Umm Raiyaan came to embrace Islam. Her words remind us that our fate is inescapable, to the extent where even we are entirely oblivious to the leaning of our own hearts. We catch ourselves behaving in ways that take us by surprise, in their uncommonality yet in their aut

Nurturing Devotion

Mar 28 2024 10 mins  
Inayah and Haaniah talk resetting intentions and how this has played out in the wonderful world of parenting toddlers

At Second Sight

Mar 22 2024 9 mins  
Our very own Nafisa was invited to perform Umrah a week before Ramadan. With just hours remaining on her trip, she had one last wish that she had no idea how to fulfil…

From the Archives: Divine Journeys

Jun 21 2023 46 mins  
As we enter the blessed days of Dhul Hijjah and our loved ones and friends depart for the beautiful journey of Hajj, join us to revisit this episode from 2021 where 3 storytellers shared their experiences of visiting Allah’s blessed House. May He invite us all, insha’Allah!

Asna’s Minisode: It Happened That Ramadan

Apr 20 2023 5 mins  
As the month of Ramadan comes to an end this year, listen to our latest mini episode in which Asna reflects on her personal journey of how the past few Ramadans have strengthened her faith and empowered her to make decisions with confidence. Join us as we explore the transformative power of Ramadan. Our first ever live storytelling event will be held on 13th May @root25ldn where we

Nafisa’s Minisode: The Ultimate Destination

Apr 19 2023 5 mins  
In this minisode, we'll be sharing a powerful story from Nafisa about her journey of faith and how it helped her cope with the loss of a loved one. She reflects on the importance of remembering the ultimate destination and finding solace in the belief that we will all one day return to our Creator. Join us for this heartfelt episode as we delve into the beauty and power of faith du

Ayne’s Minisode: Dear Aslam

Apr 17 2023 5 mins  
On 13th May 2023 inshaAllah we will have our first ever live storytelling event @ Root25 Cafe in London. The theme of this event is ‘Journeys in Faith’. Join us in this minisode as Ayne reflects on how in this Ramadan, her son is taking his first steps into Islam.

Haaniah’s Minisode: Nostalgia Trip

Apr 14 2023 4 mins  
On 13th May 2023 InshaAllah we will have our first ever live storytelling event @ Root25 Cafe in London. In this minisode Haaniah comes full circle to some Ramadan mainstays from childhood.