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They Called Out Muslims For What?? Jun 06, 2024

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Happy Thursday Cousins!!!!! (or whatever day you are watching/listening to this)

We are officially back to our regular scheduled programing and boy do we have an episode for you! Quick rundown of what to expect this episode:

Sara's been exposed and had her Hannah Montana moment lol, the blocklist calling our Muslim (POC) creators, the purpose of posting about the gen 0 side, Diary Room controversy (we love them btw so don't try and twist our words), Rappers are beefing non-stop, Diddy...yeah just Diddy and the Ozempic epidemic.

We hope you enjoy this jam packed episode (another long one, yay!). Let us know your thoughts - we love hearing from you!

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0:53 -- SARA'S COWORKERS! LISTEN HERE!!

9:28 -- #BLOCKLIST

17:03 -- Muslims coming after each other for what?!?

29:37 -- Is it a waste to post "ALL EYES ON RAFAH"?

34:23 -- Social Media has turned into the Twilight Zone

37:02 -- Diary Room and the Hijab controversy

48:04 -- Drake and Kendrick beef exposed everything

53:17 -- DIDDY IS DONE!!! AND SO IS CELEBRITY!!

1:00:51 -- Is everyone just taking drugs now to get skinny??

1:19:06 -- SUBSCRIBE PLZZZZZ

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Almost Missed The Wedding May 30, 2024

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Hiiii Cousins, how yall doinnnn lol

We know, we know, it's been a hot a$$ minute! We took a little bit of a break while we were traveling to AUSTRALIA! We had an absolute blast, can't wait to go back again in sha Allah!

This week we gave yall a story time of our trip - we had to set the scene for you guys. The Travel Vlog is coming soon but we hope you enjoy listening to our travel nightmare lol.

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EPISODE 136 TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 -- Dusting off the cobb webs - INTRO

5:40 -- Almost didn't make it to Australia!

40:44 -- I ditched Sara for the Gold Coast

55:34 -- Australia is racist??

1:03:17 -- We almost didn't make it back too?

1:07:03 -- Everyone forgets their luggage sometimes....no?

1:15:41 -- Jet lag is no joke!

1:17:27 -- Amir stole someone's Uber

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Do Women Deserve Equal Pay? May 02, 2024

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Haaaappy Thursday Cousins!!!

You already know what time it issss, another week, another episode of the CCP!

Last week, we addressed some comments asking us why we didn't speak up on what has been happening in Sudan more. As you know, we regularly cover the updates of what's been happening in Falasteen and it was a fair question to ask. Amir shared his thoughts in an episode last week and as usual, we asked you guys to share your thoughts and opinions on the episode and you did. Rightfully so. We read it, reflected and we responded in today's episode. We are sorry for ever making you feel like the Sudanese people who have been suffering for the past 6-7 months were not as important as those who have been suffering in Falasteen. We ask Allah to free the oppressed from the oppressors and grant them justice. Aameen!

We also spoke about a bunch of other things, like the gender gap (I'm rolling my eyes as I type this) and the fact that we're going to Australia...actually heading to the airport right after this upload!

Anyways, thank you guys for always holding us accountable and giving us that space to learn and grow - we love and appreciate you all. We hope you enjoy this episode! See ya in MELB!!!!! - Love, Sara & Amir

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EPISODE 135 TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 - COLD OPEN

0:18 - WE FORGOT TO HIT RECORD

1:33 - I tried to save the audio

5:37 - Real Intro?

5:58 - I can't get excited anymore

10:35 - Australia is going to suck :'(

15:51 - Amir is an (self-proclaimed) amazing driver!

18:10 - UPDATE ON SUDAN

28:33 - Everything comes down to POWER

37:12 - Why are girls so obsessed with bottles???

38:18 - Do women really need to be paid more?

56:07 - Do reviews kill companies?

1:06:07 - Robots are taking over Cafes now?

1:12:13 - Outro

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University Encampments Shows There's HOPE! Apr 25, 2024

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HAPPY 3 YEAR ANNIVERSARY COUSINS!

You already know what time it issss, another week, another episode of the CCP!

I can't believe we've been doing this for 3 whole years! Thank you guys so much for sticking by us after 3 years and 134 episodes!

After an eventful week last week, we recapped all of the things that went down. From Amir and I giving a Shawwal Eid presentation to our community in Toronto, to addressing the comments about our lack of comments on Sudan, to the protests happening around different universities in the US. So grab a snack or put us on while you work, clean, drive or rest lol. We hope you enjoy the episode!

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----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------EPISODE 134 TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 - COLD OPEN

0:19 - Intro

1:20 - What is Shawwal Eid?

4:09 - Getting married to your stalker...

6:10 - They tried to ban the Kaffiyeh?

8:49 - Why don't we talk about Sudan?

12:29 - THE STUDENTS ARE STANDING UP! USC, COLUMBIA, BERKLEY!

22:47 - Halal Mortgages and Multi-cultural r@cism

28:03 - The Curious case of Umar Zameer

33:59 - They're banning EVERYTHING

39:46 - They really said "F U PAY US!"

53:44 - WE'VE BEEN DOING THIS FOR 3 YEARS?!?!

57:59 - Post show: Chris Brown to Kendrick.. It's all connected

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Palestine Exposed Everything! feat. Loose Merto Apr 18, 2024

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Haaaappy Thursday Cousins!!!

You already know what time it issss, another week, another episode of the CCP!

This week, we were joined by a long-time friend of the show - Adel from Loose Merto! After an almost 2 year hiatus, Loose Merto has made their return to the podcast space to release a 3 part series to highlight P@lest!n!@n voices (which you can listen to by searching up Loose Merto on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and majority of the other podcast platforms.

Make sure to follow @LooseMerto on Instagram to encourage them to make a permanent return and hopefully some future collaborations!!

We hope you guys enjoy this episode! Thank you guys so much for always rocking with us! If you like what you hear, follow our page for more episodes uploaded every THURSDAY!

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ADEL - https://www.instagram.com/yo_gabbiii/

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---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- EPISODE 133 TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 - COLD INTRO

0:18 - Introducing Adel from @loosemerto

2:26 - LooseMerto is back and for good reason!

7:46 - Speaking for the people through Spoken Word

11:18 - Facts over Feelings... except for pro-Palestinians

12:48 - The situation in Palestine exposed EVERYTHING

19:50 - Why didn't we follow the BDS list before all this?

21:50 - Are things going to change after what Iran did?

24:18 - Has Palestine been betrayed by Egypt and Jordan?

38:38 - Should we feel good about retribution?

45:47 - Why can't all POC recognize the oppressed?

1:00:06 - Muslim Values > Western Values

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Women Need Men to Find God? Apr 11, 2024

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Haaaappy Thursday Cousins!!!

You already know what time it issss, another week, another episode of the CCP!

Eid Mubarak!!!!!! Alhamdulillah another Ramadan came and left - may Allah keep us steadfast on all of the good habits we have developed over the past month. Aameen!

EPISODE 132 TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 - COLD INTRO

0:19 - I Swear I'm not sick.. It's allergies

3:49 - Harari Traditions: What is a Khatimat?

5:22 - Harari Traditions: Commemorating the Battle of Badr

7:09 - Keith Lee is in Toronto

11:37 - Ramadan is already overrrr

18:31 - Were the World Food Kitchen workers set up?

28:41 - Setting the record straight (response from last week's episode)

34:40 - The dangers of platforming red-pillers

39:09 - Women need men to find God?

51:49 - Responding to your comments

1:02:36 - Outro

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Are Muslims Overreacting to Suhoor Fest?? Apr 04, 2024

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Haaaappy Thursday Cousins!!!

You already know what time it issss, another week, another episode of the CCP!

We're in the home stretch - the last 10 days of the blessed month of Ramadan. Does anyone else feel like this month zoomed by? May Allah enable us to live to see another Ramadan, Aameen Ya Rabb!

This week, we spoke about how to ensure that we are making good use of our time during the last 10 days (even for those of us that can't fast & pray). We want to hear some of your suggestions! Let us know in the comments below! We also provided some tips on how to get your du'ahs answered - we ask that Allah answers your du'ahs ❤️

We recapped our night at our friend Nabat's iftar and did a little unboxing for yall lol. And discussed the recent controversy surrounding Suhoor Fest and the backlash some creators online were trying to spread. Lastlyyyyy we got into our conspiracy theories again (que X-files theme song lol).

We hope you guys enjoy this episode! Thank you guys so much for always rocking with us!

While we’re in the month of Ramadan, don’t forget to make du’ah for all the Muslims who are experiencing hardship around the world and ask Allah to free Palestine from the shackles of isnotreal.

Make du’ah for yourselves and ask for all that you have desired, we ask Allah to accept your fasts, prayers and du’ahs. you so much for stopping by and listening! If you like what you hear, follow our page for more episodes uploaded every THURSDAY!

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----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- EPISODE 131 TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 - COLD OPEN

1:33 - When Womanhood gets in the way of Worship

6:58 - How to Improve your Dua

12:27 - Nabat's Iftaar Night

17:59 - Is Extremism taking over Muslim social media?

29:50 - Ramy Youssef on SNL

34:00 - The Solar Eclipse and the Red Heifer conspiracy

46:19 - Outro

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Is Ramadan Changing? Mar 28, 2024

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Haaaappy Thursday Cousins!!!

You already know what time it issss, another week, another episode of the CCP!

It’s officially episode 2 of the Ramadan Series! We hope you are all having a blessed month so far, whether you are spending with family, friends, or alone, may Allah grant you all a wonderful and reward filled month 🤍

This week, we spoke about everything from Sara going out with the girls to create their own perfume to pondering how Ramadan might change in the next few years.

Make du’ah for yourselves and ask for all that you have desired, we ask Allah to accept your fasts, prayers and du’ahs.

Thank you so much for stopping by and listening! If you like what you hear, follow our page for more episodes uploaded every THURSDAY!

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-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------EPISODE 130 TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 - COLD OPEN

1:54 - New Recording setup

5:04 - I was trippin Last week

9:22 - Everyone Has an Awkward phase in the Gym

13:28 - Toronto's still got us stressed

19:12 - Sara is coming out with her own perfume?

33:36 - The Algo knows your fasting.. and will tempt you!!

39:29 - INSTAGRAM IS HIDING POSTS, HERE'S HOW TO FIX IT

43:22 - Is Social media an essential service?

46:51 - QUIET ON SET Controversy

1:07:10 - How will Ramadan Change in the next few years?

1:14:42 - Finally replying to your comments :)

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Get Your Du'ahs Answered Immediately! Mar 21, 2024

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Haaaappy Thursday Cousins!!!

You already know what time it issss, another week, another episode of the CCP!

It’s officially episode 1 of the Ramadan Series! We hope you are all having a blessed month so far, whether you are spending with family, friends, or alone, may Allah grant you all a wonderful and reward filled month 🤍

This week, we spoke about the steep decline in energy since we’ve started fasting and how it’s impacted our ability to do the most this month. We want to always remind ourselves first and you that you don’t always have to compare yourselves to what you see online. Doing so can either encourage you to do more (which is great) but sometimes it can discourage you and make you feel like what you’re doing is never enough. As long as you have your sincere intentions, do what you can even if it’s something small and in sha Allaah your rewards will be multiplied for you during this blessed month.

Make du’ah for yourselves and ask for all that you have desired, we ask Allah to accept your fasts, prayers and du’ahs.

Thank you so much for stopping by and listening! If you like what you hear, follow our page for more episodes uploaded every THURSDAY!

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EPISODE 129 TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 - COLD OPEN

0:15 - BRINGING THAT ENERGYYYY

0:58 - Ramadan has already been a struggle

11:25 - Do you do Pre-Ramadan Cleaning??

13:00 - It's ALWAYS where you've already looked

22:05 - Sara reels us back to the real message

31:06 - Quick breathing session

31:52 - Don't talk to us Muslims unless you're talking about a Ceasefire

34:20 - They have no mercy for the people of Palestine

44:20 - Ramadan is commercial now?

51:17 - Shaun King Converts

55:52 - Is TikTok actually getting banned this time?

1:03:25 - WHERE IS KATE?

1:06:26 - Toronto Police Advised WHAT?!?!

1:09:10 - Outro

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IT’S NOT ABOUT THE CALORIES feat. Marwa Chawich Mar 14, 2024

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Haaaappy Thursday Cousins!!!

You already know what time it issss, another week, another episode of the CCP!

Firstly...RAMADAN MUBARAK EVERYONE!!! We hope you all are enjoying the first week of Ramadan! While this episode is NOT part of the Ramadan Series, we will be starting that next week in sha Allah 😊

That being said, this week we have a very exciting guest, someone near and dear to my (Sara's) heart, personal trainer, nutritionist, life coach extraordinaire - Marwa Chawich! We spoke about all things physical and mental health, fitness, nutrition, and more. This episode is longer than our usual ones but you've all asked for longer episodes so we hope you enjoy!

To inquire about Marwa's services, you can reach out to her through instagram:

@MarwaChawich - https://www.instagram.com/marwachawich/

Thank you so much for stopping by and listening! If you like what you hear, follow our page for more episodes uploaded every THURSDAY!

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----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 0:00 - COLD OPEN

0:51 - Welcoming to the show @marwachawich

2:12 - Who is Marwa Chawich?

7:52 - How a car crash changed her life

11:25 - Going to the gym is more than just lifting