In Part 1 of our “5 Pillars Series” this Ramadan, we discuss what zakat means to us, how children’s songs are useful teaching tools and what Islam might be trying to tell us about capitalism. Plus we chat with Amany Killawi, COO and co-founder of LaunchGood, about how her organization helps Muslims put our money where our mouths are and take steps to living more charitable lives.

Guest:

Amany Killawi, @Killawia, is the COO and co-founder of LaunchGood, a global crowdfunding platform created to support Muslims Launching good around the world by helping them raise funds for their campaigns.

Episode Extras:

• To learn more about the basics of Zakat, check out Joe Bradford’s Simple Zakat Guide: https://www.joebradford.net/book/simple-zakat-guide/
• Want to give and don’t know where to start? It’s not too late to sign up for this year’s LaunchGood Ramadan Challenge: https://www.launchgood.com/challenge#!/challenge/ramadan_challenge_2018?src=75

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• Music by Ibraheem Azam

Ikhlas and Makkah discuss what it means to be a “Ramadan Muslim” and share how they are prepping for the month spiritually and socially. Plus Makkah’s five year-old nephew Tariq has some great advice for all you first-time fasters out there.

We’re doing a series for Ramadan and want to know what’s been your Ramadan journey? What does the month mean to you? And if you haven’t been able to fast, what are some things you do to observe the month? Call us at 857-302-0752 and leave your name, city, & answer to these questions to have a chance to be featured on our show! You can also email identitypoliticspodcast@gmail.com.

Thanks to everyone who came out and supported the National Geographic event!

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• Music by Ibraheem Azam