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Blood Brothers Podcast is the official podcast of 5Pillars News hosted by journalist Dilly Hussain. The show discusses a plethora of political, religious and socioeconomic issues affecting Muslim communities in the West and the Muslim-majority world with experts, influencers and professionals.

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Chris & Ben | British values, UK Muslims, assimilation & the far-right | BB #157 1:56:33

πριν 3 μέρες1:56:33

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In this episode of the Blood Brothers Podcast, Dilly Hussain spoke with the prominent social media influencers Chris and Ben, also known as the 'Two British Muslim Gentlemen'. Topics of discussion include: Chris and Ben's friendship and respective journeys to Islam. Is there a clash between Islam and British values? The erosion of traditional institutions in British society: marriage, parenthood and family values. Is Britain a Christian country?, colonialism and Islamophobia. The rise of Reform UK, Tommy Robinson and the far-right. What can Muslims do better to represent Islam in Britain? FOLLOW 5PILLARS ON: Website: https://5pillarsuk.com YouTube: https://youtube.com/@5Pillars Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/5pillarsuk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/5pillarsnews Twitter: https://x.com/5Pillarsuk Telegram: https://t.me/s/news5Pillars TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@5pillarsnews…

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Shahid Butt & Moazzam Begg | Gangs, fighting racists & jihad in Bosnia | BB #156 1:37:07

πριν 5 weeks1:37:07

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In this episode of the Blood Brothers Podcast, Dilly Hussain hosted a live panel discussion with the outreach director of CAGE International, Moazzam Begg, and community activist and former mujahid, Shahid Butt, at the IQ Centre in Birmingham on 25/01/25. Topics of discussion include: Growing up in the Sparkhill area of Birmingham in the 1970s and 1980s. Facing racism in school and "Paki bashing". Forming the 'Lynx' gang and street fights with neo-Nazis and racists. Moving away from gangs, finding Islam and jihad in Bosnia. Muslim gangs and criminals of today. Making sense of identity, belonging and masculinity as Muslims. Advice to parents and faith leaders regarding Muslim youth. FOLLOW 5PILLARS ON: Website: https://5pillarsuk.com YouTube: https://youtube.com/@5Pillars Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/5pillarsuk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/5pillarsnews Twitter: https://x.com/5Pillarsuk Telegram: https://t.me/s/news5Pillars TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@5pillarsnews…

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Roshan Salih | Syria, 5Pillars, Anti-Imperialists & the Axis of Resistance | BB #155 1:30:21

πριν 8 weeks1:30:21

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In this episode of the Blood Brothers Podcast, Dilly Hussain speaks with the the co-founder and editor-in-chief of 5Pillars, Roshan Muhammed Salih. Topics of discussion include: The Arab Spring and the Syrian revolution. Dilly and Roshan's past and current positions on Syria. Dilly's trip to Syria, interviewing Ahmed Alsharaa (al-Julani) and online rumours. HTS, Israel and the future of Syria. Responding to Dan Cohen, Tim Anderson, Craig Murray and Sulaiman Ahmed's slanderous accusations about 5Pillars and Dilly. Roshan's relationship with pro-Axis of Resistance Shia and Press TV. Should 5Pillars cut ties with all anti-imperialist leftists and pro-Axis of Resistance Shia? FOLLOW 5PILLARS ON: Website: https://5pillarsuk.com YouTube: https://youtube.com/@5Pillars Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/5pillarsuk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/5pillarsnews Twitter: https://x.com/5Pillarsuk Telegram: https://t.me/s/news5Pillars TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@5pillarsnews…

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Tauqir Tox Sharif | Syrian Revolution, UK Charities & Muslim Masculinity | BB #154 59:28

πριν 9 weeks59:28

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In the third and final episode of the Blood Brothers Podcast filmed in Syria, Dilly Hussain speaks with the prominent humanitarian aid worker, activist and influencer, Tauqir ‘Tox’ Sharif. Topics of discussion include: The success of Operation Deterring Aggression. Hopes, aspirations and challenges for the new Syria. Revocation of British citizenship, family and Tox’s future plans. UK charities operating in conflict and natural disaster zones. A holistic approach to aid work beyond primary relief. Muslim masculinity, fear and sacrifice. FOLLOW 5PILLARS ON: Website: https://5pillarsuk.com YouTube: https://youtube.com/@5Pillars Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/5pillarsuk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/5pillarsnews Twitter: https://x.com/5Pillarsuk Telegram: https://t.me/s/news5Pillars TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@5pillarsnews…

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Yasser Al-Jundi | Operation Deterring Aggression & Syria's military future | BB #153 44:49

πριν 10 weeks44:49

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In the second episode of the Blood Brothers Podcast filmed in Damascus, Dilly Hussain speaks with the Syrian war studies expert and military scientist, Yasser Al-Jundi. Topics of discussion include: Why was Operation Deterring Aggression successful from a warfare perspective? Could Hezbollah, Iran and Russia have saved the Syrian Arab Army? What domestically manufactured weapons did the Syrian rebels use? What type of rearmament will Syria need after Israel has destroyed 80% of its military capabilities? Will Russia's military bases remain in Syria? Are there any benefits of it remaining? Artificial Intelligence, drone warfare and nuclear deterrence. FOLLOW 5PILLARS ON: Website: https://5pillarsuk.com YouTube: https://youtube.com/@5Pillars Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/5pillarsuk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/5pillarsnews Twitter: https://x.com/5Pillarsuk Telegram: https://t.me/s/news5Pillars TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@5pillarsnews…

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Obaidah Arnaout | Syria’s future, Israeli aggression and Palestine | BB #152 20:40

πριν 10 weeks20:40

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DISCLAIMER: The voice of the guest in this episode is an English voice over. In the first episode of the Blood Brothers Podcast filmed in Damascus, Dilly Hussain speaks with the official spokesperson of the Syrian Transitional Government, Obaidah Arnaout. Topics of discussion include: Syria’s biggest challenges after the downfall of Bashar al-Assad. Who exactly was involved in Operation Deterring Aggression. How does the toppling of the Assad regime impact Palestine? Israel’s ongoing attacks in Syria. Why the silence? Hayat Tahrir Sham’s (HTS) proscription as a terrorist organisation. What type of government will be established in Syria? The future of foreign fighters in Syria. FOLLOW 5PILLARS ON: Website: https://5pillarsuk.com YouTube: https://youtube.com/@5Pillars Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/5pillarsuk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/5pillarsnews Twitter: https://x.com/5Pillarsuk Telegram: https://t.me/s/news5Pillars TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@5pillarsnews…

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Alex Phillips | Islam, Christianity, Assimilation & Muslim Immigration | BB #151 2:38:07

πριν 12 weeks2:38:07

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To kick off season four of the Blood Brothers Podcast, Dilly Hussain speaks with the prominent British right-wing journalist, broadcaster and former Brexit Party MEP, Alex Phillips. Topics of discussion include: Muslim integration vs. Muslim assimilation in the UK. 9/11, the War on Terror, Islamophobia and domestic CVE laws. Muslim immigration to Europe and British foreign policy. The decline of Christianity in secular liberal West. "Pakistani/Muslim" child sexual grooming gangs in England. Women in Islam and women in the West. What will Britain and Western Europe look like in 2050? FOLLOW 5PILLARS ON: Website: https://5pillarsuk.com YouTube: https://youtube.com/@5Pillars Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/5pillarsuk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/5pillarsnews Twitter: https://x.com/5Pillarsuk Telegram: https://t.me/s/news5Pillars TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@5pillarsnews…

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Norman Finkelstein | Facade of international law & Israel's weaknesses | BB #150 24:21

πριν 13 weeks24:21

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For the season three finale of the Blood Brothers Podcast, Dilly Hussain spoke with the world-renowned American Jewish thinker, writer and activist, Dr. Norman Finkelstein. Topics of discussion include: ICC arrest warrant for Benjamin Netanyahu, and will western allies enforce it? ICJ genocide case against Israel vs. ICC arrest warrants. Is it antisemitic to oppose Israel and Zionism? The U.S. and the realities of enforcing international law. Secular societies dislike for death and Israel's weaknesses. FOLLOW 5PILLARS ON: Website: https://5pillarsuk.com YouTube: https://youtube.com/@5Pillars Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/5pillarsuk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/5pillarsnews Twitter: https://x.com/5Pillarsuk Telegram: https://t.me/s/news5Pillars TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@5pillarsnews…

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Asif Adnan | Islamic reforms, revolutions, and revival in Bangladesh | BB #148 24:48

πριν 16 weeks24:48

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In this episode of the Blood Brothers Podcast, Dilly Hussain spoke with the popular and controversial Bangladeshi thinker, writer and Islamic activist, Asif Adnan. Topics of discussion include: Asif's arrest, terrorism charges and busting case: fact and fiction. Suppression of Islamic activism and dawah under Sheikh Hasina. The Anti-Quota protests that led to Hasina's resignation. What role should Islam play in a post-Hasina Bangladesh? What approaches should a future government avoid in relations to Islamic movements and activities? Advice to Muslim youth of Bangladesh. FOLLOW 5PILLARS ON: Website: https://5pillarsuk.com YouTube: https://youtube.com/@5Pillars Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/5pillarsuk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/5pillarsnews Twitter: https://x.com/5Pillarsuk Telegram: https://t.me/s/news5Pillars TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@5pillarsnews…

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Asif Mahtab Utsha | Secularism, the LGBTQ agenda & a new Bangladesh | BB #147 44:40

πριν 16 weeks44:40

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In this episode of the Blood Brothers Podcast, Dilly Hussain spoke with the prominent Bangladeshi academic, teacher and Islamic activist, Asif Mahtab Utsha. Topics of discussion include: Asif's dismissal from Dhaka's BRAC University for his anti-LGBTQ advocacy. The spreading of the LGBTQ agenda in Bangladesh via western NGOs, U.S. funding and the UN. Asif's support for the student protests that led to his arrest and incarceration before August 5th. The challenges of unifying Bangladesh's Islamic groups and movements under common goals and causes. What mistakes should the new interim government avoid when reviewing the Bangladeshi constitution? How secularism strips Bangladesh of its Islamic values and Muslim identity. FOLLOW 5PILLARS ON: Website: https://5pillarsuk.com YouTube: https://youtube.com/@5Pillars Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/5pillarsuk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/5pillarsnews Twitter: https://x.com/5Pillarsuk Telegram: https://t.me/s/news5Pillars TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@5pillarsnews…

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Professor Shahiduz Zaman | Bengal, Pakistan & Fighting Indian Hegemony | BB #147 1:07:49

πριν 17 weeks1:07:49

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In this episode of the Blood Brothers Podcast, Dilly Hussain speaks with the prominent Bangladeshi academic, author, and former chairman of the department of International Relations at Dhaka University, Professor Shahiduz Zaman. Topics of discussion include: The Islamic history and heritage of Bengal from the Bengal Sultanate to the Mughal Empire. The betrayal and land-loss of East Bengal's Muslims during partition. Why did India intervene in Bangladesh's liberation war in 1971? Is Pakistan to blame for anything that led to the end of East Pakistan? Islamic brotherhood with Pakistan and Hindu hostility from India. Pakistan, China, the U.S., ISI and Myanmar. Shaping a new foreign policy for Bangladesh with considerations for a nuclear deterrence pact with Pakistan. FOLLOW 5PILLARS ON: Website: https://5pillarsuk.com YouTube: https://youtube.com/@5Pillars Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/5pillarsuk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/5pillarsnews Twitter: https://x.com/5Pillarsuk Telegram: https://t.me/s/news5Pillars TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@5pillarsnews…

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Shafiqul Alam | Professor Muhammad Yunus, reforms & a new Bangladesh | BB #146 43:55

πριν 17 weeks43:55

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In this episode of the Blood Brothers Podcast, Dilly Hussain spoke with the press secretary of the head of Bangladesh’s interim government (Professor Muhammad Yunus), Shafiqul Alam. Topics of discussion include: How has Shafiqul found his new role as the press secretary of the head of the interim government? What personal challenges is Professor Muhammad Yunus facing? What are the biggest challenges facing the interim government? What reforms do the student advisors and Anti-Discrimination Movement want before an election is called? Media reforms and regulation in Bangladesh. Fake news about Bangladesh from Indian media and pundits since August 5th. What does a new Bangladesh look like? FOLLOW 5PILLARS ON: Website: https://5pillarsuk.com YouTube: https://youtube.com/@5Pillars Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/5pillarsuk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/5pillarsnews Twitter: https://x.com/5Pillarsuk Telegram: https://t.me/s/news5Pillars TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@5pillarsnews…

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Zafar Sobhan | Anti-Quota protests, Bangladeshi media & the Hasina regime | BB #145 41:50

πριν 18 weeks41:50

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In the first episode of the Blood Brothers Podcast filmed in Bangladesh, Dilly Hussain speaks with former barrister and the founding editor of Dhaka Tribune, Zafar Sobhan. Topics of discussion include: The state of Bangladesh since the start of the anti-Quota protests to the resignation of Sheikh Hasina on August 5. Press freedoms and media complicity during Sheikh Hasina’s 15-year rule. Does the Bangladeshi media meet or operate on the founding principles of the free press? Dhaka Tribune’s editorial approach during Sheikh Hasina’s rule and the anti-Quota protests. Can the media or journalists ever be impartial or non-partisan? Indian propaganda against Bangladesh since August 5, and growing anti-India sentiments in Bangladesh. The future of Bangladesh, elections, and student advisors to the interim government. FOLLOW 5PILLARS ON: Website: https://5pillarsuk.com YouTube: https://youtube.com/@5Pillars Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/5pillarsuk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/5pillarsnews Twitter: https://x.com/5Pillarsuk Telegram: https://t.me/s/news5Pillars TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@5pillarsnews…

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Nouman Ali Khan | Culture, identity & connecting deeply with the Quran | BB #144 53:56

πριν 18 weeks53:56

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In this episode of the Blood Brothers Podcast, Dilly Hussain speaks with the world-renowned scholar of Quranic studies and the founder of Bayyinah Institute, Nouman Ali Khan. Topics of discussion include: American dawah scene, Muslims in Europe, and shifting attitudes towards Israel in the U.S. Why wasn’t the Quran compiled in chronological order and who decided the order? Is the Arabic language of the Quran its only miracle? Is the Quran and its oral tradition perfectly preserved? Are any of the verses of the Quran inapplicable fo the modern time? A Quranic approach to seeking knowledge, business and trade. FOLLOW 5PILLARS ON: Website: https://5pillarsuk.com YouTube: https://youtube.com/@5Pillars Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/5pillarsuk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/5pillarsnews Twitter: https://x.com/5Pillarsuk Telegram: https://t.me/s/news5Pillars TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@5pillarsnews…

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Moazzam Begg | Aafia Siddiqui, GITMO, Gaza genocide & Syria polemics | BB #143 1:06:51

πριν 19 weeks1:06:51