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Episode 397: Faisal & Sam Aug 02, 2025

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Faisal and Sam reunite for a classic, unfiltered catch-up—packed with hilarious stories, deep reflections, and raw honesty.

Faisal opens up about running Freshly Grounded full-time, the pressure to make the brand sustainable, and why this next live show feels different. Sam shares a surprising therapy lesson that changed his outlook on anger and peace, and the two reflect on their growth, purpose, and what it means to truly "be the one who did."

From late-night shawarma disasters to heartfelt insights on stress, parenting, business, and faith—this is a nostalgic return to what made FG what it is: real conversations between two brothers navigating life.

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Episode 396: Ibi Idris Jul 27, 2025

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In this deeply inspiring episode, we sit down with Qur'an teacher and content creator Ibi Idris, who shares a story that will change the way you think about discipline, legacy, and your relationship with the Qur'an.

Ibi opens up about how he memorised the Qur'an as a child, forgot it during his teenage years, and then rememorised it as an adult, this time with his own fire and intention. But this story goes even deeper.

We hear about his father's unbelievable journey: at 33 years old, while already a parent in London, he left everything behind to study Qur'an in Egypt. That decision created a domino effect resulting in over 50 family members becoming Huffadh.

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Episode 395: Idris Shah Jul 22, 2025

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This is one of the most personal episodes of Freshly Grounded I've ever recorded.

Idris Shah isn't just my guest — he's been one of the most important people in my life for the past 12 years. He was my very first friend when I started practicing Islam. At a time when I felt completely alone, Idris — three years younger, shy, and quietly dedicated — became my anchor.

In this episode, we talk about how we met during itikaf, how he helped me through some of my darkest moments, how his recitation inspired me, how we became family, neighbours, and lifelong brothers.

We also dive into his incredible journey of memorizing the Qur'an, earning his ijazah, and the lessons he's taught me about patience, humility, and reliance on Allah.

This is more than just a conversation. It's a glimpse into a friendship rooted in faith, love, and mercy.

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Episode 394: DoseOfDris Jul 16, 2025

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From humble beginnings making YouTube videos at 7 years old to becoming one of the most authentic and beloved Muslim content creators in the UK, Dris shares his full journey: quitting his job, finding his unique lane in content creation, and staying true to his faith and roots while building a massive community online.

We dive into family, culture, what it means to create authentically, how one viral video changed lives (including a French baker's business), and the pressures and rewards of life as a creator.

This episode is funny, raw, inspiring and full of wisdom for anyone chasing their dreams without selling their soul.

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Episode 393 Jul 16, 2025

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Episode 392 Jul 04, 2025

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Faisal and Kaya sit down for a classic unfiltered chat, covering everything from man flu to the delicate balance between confidence and arrogance in Islam.

They reflect on how Islam's perfect balance teaches us to show up with dignity and presence, without crossing into ego, and share personal hacks on how to stay grounded and authentic even when striving for more.

Plus: micro-efficiency quirks, the temptation of shortcuts, building halal spaces for Muslim men, and some big-picture ideas for Freshly Grounded retreats.

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Episode 391 Jun 26, 2025

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Faisal and Kaya sit down to brainstorm Faisal's upcoming keynote talk. What follows is a raw, funny, and deep conversation about staying authentic in a world obsessed with virality.

Plus, they go off on beautifully chaotic tangents, from choking hazards and Bear Grylls survival techniques to whether AI will replace tennis umpires and why Faisal wants to retire into the backseat of a V-Class.

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Episode 390 Jun 19, 2025

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Faisal and Kaya dive into a series of hilarious and surprisingly deep rabbit holes, from the real story behind UGGs and their Aussie origins, to cave exploration anxiety, fruit of the loom conspiracies, stretching in the mall, shoulder dislocations, cruise ship fears, and unexpected live business deals.

We also hear from Ibrahim (our resident Aussie), and a surprise drop-in from Amin, a medical doctor and founder of Medology. The conversation goes from spiritual reflections at Fajr to conspiracy theories and physiotherapy insights... all in one episode.

Oh, and tickets are now on sale for FG Live, our first live event in 3 years for Episode 400. Get yours at https://FG.live

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Episode 389: Arnaut Danjuma & Michael Jarman Jun 12, 2025

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We're joined by football powerhouse Arnaut Danjuma and his agent and close friend Michael Jarman, the man behind some of football's most strategic moves. In this powerful conversation, we unpack:

👉 What makes a truly great player-agent relationship 👉 The gritty reality of transfer windows and behind-the-scenes negotiations 👉 Danjuma's journey from lost money to full control over his career 👉 Jarman's incredible journey to Islam 👉 The power of trust, focus, and faith in football and in life

Raw, honest, inspiring, this isn't just about football. It's about brotherhood, purpose, and building something real.

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Episode 388 Jun 05, 2025

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Faisal and Kaya are joined briefly by Ibrahim behind the producer table and the mysterious yet ever-present Sulaiman. We dive into the chaos and beauty of launching Freshly Grounded's livestreams, the hilarious behind-the-scenes moments, and how it's reshaping the FG community.

We also unpack the deeper topics: the power of intention in your worship, the danger of passive exposure to harmful content, and why clean, entertaining Muslim content is more essential than ever. From cholesterol scares and Whoop rants to heartfelt reminders about Eid, family, and keeping your word, this episode is raw, reflective, and full of laughs.

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