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Plan Not To Plan | The Path to Islamic Scholarship with Dr. Sherman Jackson, Imam Zaid Shakir, Khaykh Hamzah Abdul-Malik, and Ustadh Ubaydullah Evans

In this episode of Suhbah Stories, Ubaydullah Evans sits down with Shaykh Hamzah Abdul-Malik, Imam Zaid Shakir, and Dr. Sherman Jackson to explore their origin stories and journeys to Islamic scholarship. From early life experiences to the challenges and inspirations that shaped their paths, this conversation offers a rare, personal look into the making of contemporary Muslim scholars.

Listeners will gain insights into the dedication, spiritual growth, and life lessons that guide these influential voices in the Muslim community. Through raw, heartfelt storytelling, this episode highlights faith, resilience, and the pursuit of knowledge in Islam.

Suhbah Stories Podcast

A Muhammad-Evans family production, Suhbah Stories is what happens when good friends, good vibes, and good stories come together. Suhbah (Arabic: صُحبة) means companionship or fellowship, being together on the path of life and faith.

Suhbah is the kind of circle that feeds your soul and reminds you of what really matters. Around our table, stories are gifts: funny, raw, heartfelt, and always real. We talk with friends, family, teachers, and mentors about life, faith, and the moments that make us who we are. Pull up a chair, you’re in the suhbah now.

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Suhbah Stories: Voices That Unite, Gifts That Last — A Muhammad-Evans Production.

Suhbah Stories is a deeply personal and unfiltered podcast preserving the lived experiences of Muslims. Each episode shares raw, heartfelt stories of faith, resilience, and transformation—exploring personal journeys, convert experiences, and reflections on Muslim identity and life in America. Hosted by Ubaydullah Evans, the podcast invites listeners into conversations that inspire, heal, and draw us closer to Allah—one story at a time.

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