Ikhlas is an Atlanta-based writer, storyteller and digital media strategist, with a passion for religion, culture and education. When she isn’t podcasting, Ikhlas serves as the Director of Digital Content for Education Post, a communications nonprofit focused on improving public education. Ikhlas previously served as the Religion Editor and Web Developer for Sapelo Square: An Online Resource for Black Muslims in the United States. Ikhlas and her work have been featured in Buzzfeed and The Atlantic, and she was recently named one of “18 Muslim Women to Watch in 2018” by Muslim Girl.

Makkah is a Chicago-based podcaster, facilitator and public speaker passionate about connecting people to the resources they need to achieve their goals. Makkah serves as a Director on the Managed Organizations Team at Arabella Advisors, where she works with philanthropic partners to develop, structure and maximize the impact of social sector projects. Makkah is also a member of the Board of Directors of the Crossroads Fund which supports community organizations working on issues of racial, social and economic justice in the Chicago area. Makkah previously served as the president of the Board of Directors of the Muslim Anti-Racism Collaborative. She has been featured in the New York Times, the Washington Post, and on NPR. 

Ikhlas and Makkah are both native ATLiens, graduates of Wellesley College and fellows of the American Muslim Civic Leadership Institute (AMCLI). In addition to co-hosting the podcast, Ikhlas and Makkah are actually friends in real life.

Hibba is a DC- based advocate, storyteller and community-builder. Her work centers economic empowerment for marginalized communities. She is currently the Communications Manager at the Institute for Local Self Reliance, a national policy organization that works to fight concentrated economic and political power. In addition to podcasting, she enjoys cooking for friends and performing improv.