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  • Italy beyond Pizza: the truth about the Mafia - Francesco | with Faris

    Italy beyond Pizza: the truth about the Mafia - Francesco | with Faris
    2026/06/06
    What happens when an Italian from Sicily learns Arabic, moves to Dubai, and discovers how much Italian and Arab cultures have in common?

    In this fascinating conversation, Francesco shares his journey from Sicily to the UAE, his passion for languages, and his unique perspective on food, fashion, family values, migration, and the deep historical connections between Sicily and the Muslim world.

    From the obsession with Italian food and coffee culture to the misconceptions surrounding the Mafia, this episode offers a rare and insightful look into Italy through the eyes of a Sicilian who speaks Arabic and appreciates both worlds.

    🌍 In This Episode:

    ✅ Why Italians take food so seriously
    ✅ The surprising similarities between Arab and Italian family values
    ✅ Italian fashion and the philosophy behind style
    ✅ The truth about the Mafia vs Hollywood stereotypes
    ✅ Sicily's forgotten Islamic history and Arabic influence
    ✅ Cultural differences between Europe and the Gulf
    ✅ Migration, identity, and preserving tradition in a globalized world

    "Language is culture, and culture is identity."

    00:00 Intro: The Italian Guy
    00:20 A Pizza Coincidence? Meeting The Italian Guy
    01:49 Sicily to Dubai
    03:40 Italian Food
    06:22 Food Mistakes
    07:59 Ketchup on Pasta
    08:33 Italian Breakfast
    10:28 Family Meals
    11:52 Nutella
    12:53 Coffee Culture
    16:10 Italian Style
    17:59 Fashion & Identity
    19:38 Islam & Fashion
    22:17 Mafia Myths
    23:23 Sicily & The Mafia
    24:42 Youth Gangs
    26:31 Mafia Origins
    28:44 Mafia Rules
    30:50 Crime & Power
    32:29 Super Mario
    33:32 Mamma Mia
    34:42 Arabs & Italians
    36:15 Arab Sicily
    38:09 Tradition Today
    39:21 Italy vs The Gulf
    41:36 Tradition vs Modernity
    43:22 Losing Identity?
    47:02 Culture Shock
    49:09 Islamic Sicily
    51:45 Arabic Roots
    53:42 Immigration
    55:20 Europe's Debate
    58:45 Modern Italy
    01:09:00 Final Thoughts

    This conversation is a reminder that despite different languages and traditions, people often share more values than they realize.

    #Italy #Sicily #Arabic #Dubai #Podcast #ItalianCulture #ArabCulture #FoodCulture #IslamicHistory #Mafia #LanguageLearning #Travel #CulturalExchange
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    1 時間 25 分
  • “He was pulled to Islam” - Abdullah | With Faris

    “He was pulled to Islam” - Abdullah | With Faris
    2026/06/03
    What happens when someone grows up with no religion, no belief in God, and no understanding of faith—yet spends a lifetime searching for answers?

    In this inspiring conversation, Brother Abdullah shares his remarkable journey from atheism to Islam. From fasting Ramadan before believing in God, to constantly questioning the purpose of life, to the moment the Adhan pierced his heart and changed everything forever, this story is a powerful reminder that guidance can come when we least expect it.

    🌟 Key Takeaways
    How the natural fitrah can remain alive even in an atheist environment
    Why sincere questions can become a path to guidance
    The unexpected signs that led Abdullah closer to Islam
    The emotional impact of hearing the Adhan for the first time
    How Allah guided both him and his wife to Islam
    📖 Quran Reminder

    “Indeed, it is not the eyes that are blind, but it is the hearts in the chests that grow blind.”
    — Surah Al-Hajj (22:46)

    00:00 - Introduction to Brother Abdullah
    01:13 - A Unique French-Spanish-Yugoslav Heritage
    02:43 - A Child's Instinct to Pray
    05:15 - Fasting Ramadan as an Atheist Teen
    08:50 - Moving to Spain & Living in Poverty
    12:20 - First Meaningful Encounters with Muslims
    15:35 - Questioning the Universe and its Creator
    17:10 - Asking God for Financial Help
    19:15 - Returning to France
    21:30 - Defending Islam as an Atheist
    23:44 - Testing Faith: The Empty Gas Tank Coincidence
    25:50 - Hearing the Adhan for the First Time
    28:15 - Realizing the Truth of Islam
    30:57 - The Big Secret: Hiding Islam from His Girlfriend
    34:20 - Shocking Discovery: His Girlfriend Wants to Revert Too!
    38:14 - Spending Thousands on Islamic Literature
    41:07 - Hiding the Secret Prayer Mat
    43:40 - Confronting the Family About Alcohol
    46:09 - His Wife’s Decision to Wear the Hijab
    49:30 - Facing the Family Boycott
    53:54 - Reading the Quran While Working as a DJ
    55:38 - Homeschooling and Teaching His Kids the Quran
    58:18 - Hiding Under the DJ Booth to Read the Quran
    1:01:05 - The Struggle of Riba and Leaving a Haram Job
    1:03:44 - Seeking Stronger Faith: The Plan to Visit Tunisia
    1:06:15 - Detained at the Tunisian Airport on Ramadan
    1:09:38 - Stripped of Everything Except His Religion
    1:12:11 - Returning to France and Finally Quitting the DJ Job
    1:14:28 - France Bans Homeschooling: The Push for Hijra
    1:17:55 - The Danger of New Reverts Giving Da'wah Without Knowledge
    1:21:02 - The Harsh Reality of Practicing Islam in France
    1:24:48 - Conclusion & Teaser for the Next Episode

    ​#farishammadi #podcast #withfaris
    #revertstory #AtheistToIslam
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  • "What He Experienced in UAE Changed Everything" - Mark | With Faris

    "What He Experienced in UAE Changed Everything" - Mark | With Faris
    2026/06/03
    In this podcast, Faris Al Hammadi speaks with Mark, a teacher who embraced Islam 10 years ago.

    But his journey didn’t begin with debates or deep study…

    It began with an experience.

    While living and working in Ras Al Khaimah, Mark witnessed something that stayed with him — the way people treated him.

    The kindness. The respect. The sincerity. The cultures. The environment

    Coming from a different background, this contrast made him reflect deeply. And over time, that experience led him to Islam.

    👉 It wasn’t arguments that changed him
    👉 It was character, cultures & environment

    This story is a powerful reminder that sometimes, the strongest message is shown through actions — not words.

    📌 Watch till the end to hear what truly changed everything.

    00:00 - Intro – “You’re Muslim?!”
    00:20 - His life 10 years ago vs today
    00:41 - Meet Mark from England 🇬🇧
    01:20 - Why he moved to the UAE 🇦🇪
    02:30 - Taking a risk with only savings
    03:20 - Landing in Ras Al Khaimah for the first time
    04:05 - First impressions of UAE life
    05:00 - Leaving comfort to explore life
    06:10 - Culture shock & first experiences
    06:44 - Learning “Assalamu Alaikum”
    08:10 - His upbringing & values from his mother
    09:30 - Falling in love with Ras Al Khaimah
    10:45 - Western media vs reality of the Middle East
    12:30 - “It couldn’t be further from the truth”
    13:20 - The small moments that changed everything
    14:30 - “10 years ago, I would’ve said you’re crazy”
    15:30 - His religious background before Islam
    16:40 - First curiosity about Islam
    17:30 - Funny cultural misunderstanding (hijab moment)
    19:00 - Respecting culture as a guest
    20:30 - Emotional connection with students & teachers
    22:00 - His journey toward Islam begins
    23:10 - Taking Shahada (becoming Muslim)
    24:30 - Why asking questions is important
    25:40 - The Qur’an that changed his perspective
    27:00 - What convinced him Islam is the truth
    28:20 - Media misconceptions explained
    29:40 - Real Muslim character & discipline
    31:00 - Watching prayer in school – powerful moment
    32:30 - The beauty of Islamic manners
    34:00 - Life after becoming Muslim
    35:10 - Meeting his wife just weeks after Shahada
    36:20 - Learning how to pray from scratch
    38:00 - First time entering a mosque
    39:30 - “Don’t be afraid to make mistakes”
    41:00 - Improving Arabic & daily practice
    42:30 - Life as a Muslim teacher in UAE
    44:00 - His transformation over the years
    45:30 - The pillars of Islam explained
    47:00 - Why Shahada is the foundation
    48:30 - Getting married in the UAE
    50:00 - Telling his family he became Muslim
    51:30 - His mother’s reaction ❤️
    53:00 - Meeting his Emirati wife’s family

    #FarisAlHammadi #Islam #RevertStory #RasAlKhaimah #UAE #IslamJourney #Dawah #withFaris #Podcast
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    1 時間 27 分
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