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The Islamic Finance Guru Podcasts are a series of podcasts aimed at bringing money matters to the forefront of the Muslim community. We've got something for everyone, from our popular Millionaire Muslim podcast where we discuss halal investments, personal finance and entrepreneurship! We also give y

New episodes: Weekly
Typical length: 42 min
Latest: 6 Oct 2026
Language: English

Latest episode

6 Oct 2026 · 32 min

Has The Islamic Finance Experiment Failed? What Do We Do Next? | Debate

Islamic finance has come a long way over the last 20 years, but is it actually serving Muslims as well as it should? In this video, we put six of the biggest criticisms of Islamic finance to Monem Salam and Khurram Agha, two industry veterans who have been at the heart of the space in the US. ------ Timestamps 00:00 Intro 01:59 - Is islamic finance just conventional finance with a sharia sticker? 08:09 - Is islamic finance more expensive? 11:11 - Are there enough halal options? 18:52 - Why are halal finance options so limited? 21:33 - Are we building a prayer room in a casino? 23:52 - Are we…

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4 Oct 2026 · 49 min
The Ex-Google Engineer Building A Halal Savings Account (7% Returns?)
We met up with Tariq from Goldsand in Egypt to hear about his fascinating experiences in Mauritania, his time at Google and his startup Goldstand that is working on a savings account for Muslims. Chapters 00:00 Intro 00:48 How did Tariq end up in Mauritania? 15:18 Tariq's experience working at Google 27:53 Why did Tariq move into crypto? 37:19 What is Goldsand? Tariq Patanam: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tariqpatanamGoldsand: http://goldsand.fi/ ------- Download our free halal investing checklist for beginners:…
27 Nov 2025 · 20 min
How to Save $100,000 on a Low Salary
I’m going to show you exactly how to earn your first 100,000 even if you have a low income.
26 Nov 2025 · 14 min
5 AI-Proof Side Hustles Ideas to Make $1000/Month
I’m going to share 5 side hustles you can start in 2026 with $0 — and the last one is the one I’m most excited about, because it’s at the cutting edge and hardly anyone is doing it yet.
25 Nov 2025 · 12 min
How To Have Better Finances Than 95% of Muslims (in 3 Months)
Building stronger finances is simpler than what you think. Find out more by watching this video, so you can get ahead 99 per cent of people in just three months.
18 Nov 2025 · 15 min
How I Quit My 6-Figure Job and Built a $190M Business
In 2015, I left a 6-figure job in Law to start IFG, an online education platform for Muslims.Today, I also now run Cur8 Capital our investment arm which manages over $190m. We have a team of 43 people across 3 offices and are on track to turn profitable this year. And in this video I’m going to share exactly how IFG and Cur8 make money and how that has changed over time. I’ll also share with you the nerve-wracking point in our journey when we almost went out of business. I’ve never shared this before publicly.
16 Nov 2025 · 18 min
13 Things That Are A Complete Waste Of Money
I’ll share 13 of the biggest money wasters Muslims fall into and how you can avoid them, so your wealth goes towards building your future, your family, and your akhirah.
3 Nov 2025 · 36 min
The Truth Behind The Muslim City The Far-Right Wants To Stop
If you’re curious about what’s really going on with the EPIC City development in Texas, join me as I dive into the buzz and controversy around it with EPIC Masjid's Imran Chaudhary. We’ll cut through the noise, separate fact from fiction, and look at it from an investment perspective.
28 Oct 2025 · 41 min
How This £80M Muslim Entrepreneur Built a Viral Bengali Brunch Brand
My friend Sonny is an entrepreneur who’s spent the last decade building and scaling businesses across food, property and community ventures. He’s developed a reputation for spotting opportunities and turning ideas into reality.Now focussed on transforming overlooked spaces into thriving destinations, his ventures like Momlette and Kismet Cafe sit alongside his property work, where he now manages assets totalling over £80 million.Momlette opened in 2022 and instantly went viral on Instagram for its halal British brunch, turning a small 14-seater café into a smash hit grossing over half a…
22 Oct 2025 · 11 min
Reviewing Gatehouse Bank's Islamic Mortgages & Savings Accounts
Can an Islamic bank led by non-Muslims be any good? This is the question I get asked a lot with Gatehouse Bank, so in this video, I will assess whether that's a fair question and dig into their main products.
23 Sep 2025 · 26 min
Have Pfida Created A Genuine Halal Alternative To Mortgages? (2025 Review)
Islamic mortgages are criticised for not being Islamic enough, instead the critics champion a different type of product called shared ownership. One of the best examples of shared ownership is Pfida - a new innovative way of home finance that has over 10,000 people on their wait list. Clearly, Pfida have captured the hearts and minds of many, so in this video I take a look under the hood and give my honest assessment on how Pfida stacks up against the rest? I’ll explain exactly what they do, how they are different from other Islamic home financing products, what their users have to say, and…
16 Sep 2025 · 1 hr 7 min
Give Me 67mins And I'll Show You How To Build A Halal Portfolio
Walk away in just over an hour’s time with a clear game plan on how you’ll make savings each month, how to build your investments objectives so you’re not just stabbing in the dark, and what specific investment platforms are out there today for Muslims.
9 Sep 2025 · 21 min
Should Muslims Invest in Bitcoin?
Understand the debate, learn practical insights, and discover what Mohsin and I have to say about this modern asset class.And do remember, with every investment, your capital is at risk, always research the asset, understand the risks, and only invest what you can afford to lose.Read more:Is Crypto Halal or Haram? What Different Scholars Say: https://www.islamicfinanceguru.com/articles/scholars-who-say-cryptocurrency-is-haram-and-those-who-say-its-halal#:~:text=Mufti%20Muhammad%20Abu%2DBakar%20%E2%80%93%20Mufti,of%20shops%20and%20platforms%20todayFatwa: Is Bitcoin Halal or…
6 Aug 2025 · 18 min
How Uthman Ibn Affan (RA) Became Islam's Wealthiest Leader
Uthman Ibn Affan (RA) was one of the wealthiest men in Islamic history. But how did he do it?In this video, I dive into the wealth-building principles of Uthman Ibn Affan and explore the lessons we can apply to our own lives today.Get ready to learn the secrets that helped him build lasting wealth, and how you can do the same.
16 Jul 2025 · 1 hr 6 min
Is Wealth a Blessing or Burden for the Muslim Ummah? | Almir Colan
Financial literacy is more than numbers. It’s about empowering the Ummah to create wealth and opportunities. Join Ibrahim and Almir Colan as they explore the road to financial freedom.
8 Jul 2025 · 1 hr 10 min
From $0 to $100M: How CK Foods Built a Riba-Free Food Empire
In this episode, we dive into the inspiring journey of CK Foods , a family-run business that scaled from zero to $100 million without compromising on Islamic principles . Learn how they navigated the food industry, avoided riba, and stayed true to their faith while achieving massive success. 👉 Listen now to hear the full story of halal entrepreneurship and financial resilience.
2 Jul 2025 · 1 hr 27 min
Inside the mind of a Muslim millionaire | Mohammed Paracha
In this episode, IFG Co-founder Ibrahim Khan sits down with Nester Co-founder Mohammed Paracha to uncover the mindset, principles and strategies that shaped his success.What drives a Muslim millionaire?Get ready to gain actionable insights on wealth-building, entrepreneurship and staying true to your faith while achieving wealth and financial freedom.#MuslimMillionaire #HalalWealth #MuslimEntrepreneur #IbrahimKhan #FinancialFreedom #FaithAndFinance #HalalInvesting #MuslimMoney #Entrepreneurship
1 Jul 2025 · 52 min
The Rise of the Alt-Bros | Dr William Barylo
Are Muslims falling for the Alt-Bro trap?Sociologist Dr William Barylo joins IFG’s Ibrahim Khan to expose the rise of the Muslim manosphere: a red-pill inspired movement wrapped in Islamic branding. They explore the toxic blend of hustle culture, fake alpha coaches and social media dawah and how it’s exploiting Muslims seeking purpose, wealth and identity.
19 Jun 2025 · 50 min
The Power of Pioneering in Muslim Tech | Arfah Farooq
Arfah Farooq, co-founder of Muslim Tech Fest, shares the inspiring journey of creating a global platform that empowers Muslim entrepreneurs and tech innovators.🎧 In this episode, Arfah talks to IFG Co-Founder Ibrahim Khan about her mission, the challenges she faced and the future of tech for Muslims.Get ready for actionable insights on entrepreneurship, tech, and building impactful communities.#podcast #arfahfarooq #muslimtechfest #startup #entrepreneur #tech #muslimsintech #ibrahimkhan #muslim #ifg
18 Jun 2025 · 44 min
The Crypto Expert: How To Make Crypto Money in 2025 (Even If You’re A Beginner) | Ibrahim Alkurd
In this podcast episode, Ibrahim Khan sits down with Ibrahim Al Kurd, a Forbes 30 Under 30 Founder. He studied medicine and then founded four other companies, a charity and invested in businesses. He shared with us cutting-edge insights at the frontier of the crypto world, and how it is still possible to make money from Crypto in 2025.
17 Jun 2025 · 1 hr 31 min
How to Return the Ummah to its Former Glory | Muslim gameplan for success
There's a lot of talk about Islamic revival, but rarely ever is there any talk of a plan to get us there? In this podcast episode, Ibrahim Khan outlines the blueprint for bringing the next Golden Age of Islam.
12 Jun 2025 · 1 hr
How To Finally Connect With The Quran | Dr Sohaib Saeed
In this episode, Ibrahim Khan speaks with Dr Sohaib Saeed, who is well-known for his translations of classical works of tafsīr. He discusses how to make the Quran more accessible by changing the way we teach Quran and also go into how the Quran views money.
11 Jun 2025 · 35 min
How To Become A Productive Muslim In 2025 | Mohammed Faris
In this podcast episode, Ibrahim Khan sits down with best-selling author ('The Productive Muslim' and 'The Barakah Effect') Mohammed Faris. He shares with us insights on how Muslims can become more productive and bring barakah into our lives.
10 Jun 2025 · 1 hr 25 min
From Idea to £X00m exit | Husayn Kassai Onfido Co-founder's Story
Husayn Kassai started a small company alongside his fellow co-founder to tackle the problem of idea verification whilst at university. The result was a startup which is reportedly being sold for up to $650m. This is the story for how they did it.
5 Jun 2025 · 36 min
The TRUTH About Islamic Finance And Its Critics | Ibrahim Khan
In this episode, Ibrahim takes a turn in the guest seat to address some common criticisms about Islamic Finance asked by our very own Sohaib Ashraf, a portfolio manager for our sister company Cur8.
4 Jun 2025 · 42 min
Why Israeli dates are juicier | Palestinian Date Expert
We deep dive into all things date-related with Nazim Awan, co-founder of Holy Land Dates. Ibrahim Khan hosts.
3 Jun 2025 · 4 min
This millionaire's secret regret will shock you | Jordan Welch
Have you ever reached a milestone, only to find it doesn't bring the happiness you expected? Picture Jordan Welch, having achieved a multimillion-pound exit, standing amidst wealth and success yet feeling a profound void. This video takes you on a journey exploring his story and many like his, where the endless chase for riches becomes a roadblock to true fulfilment. We’ll explore the choices we make at the fork in the road - one path glittering with gold, the other quietly inviting us toward deeper meaning and peace. Will you choose the superficial allure of material wealth, or the…
29 May 2025 · 1 hr 34 min
Why he quit his $1 million a year investment banking job | Iqbal Nasim
Iqbal Nasim is a renowned educator and speaker dedicated to guiding individuals towards a truly God-centered life. Iqbal holds an MA in Economics and Management from Cambridge University and an MSc in Voluntary Sector Management from Cass Business School. In 2011, he left a successful investment banking career to lead the National Zakat Foundation (NZF), significantly impacting the distribution of Zakat in the UK. Today, through his platform iqbalnasim.com, he offers courses like 'Transform My Prayer' and shares insights to help believers prepare for the Last Day, live as true believers, and…
28 May 2025 · 2 hr 19 min
Everything you NEED to know about Islamic wills and inheritance
From the moment we die, our wealth stops being ours - and starts becoming a test for our loved ones. In this deep-dive episode, we cover the full Islamic, legal, and practical picture: from the spiritual roots of fara’id, to real-life inheritance disputes, to exactly how to draft a compliant will in the UK. We unpack taxes, trusts, non-Muslim relatives, complex assets, and more - all through the lens of Islamic law. Whether you're writing your first will or managing a family estate, this is the one episode you can’t afford to miss.
27 May 2025 · 42 min
Build Impact, Not Just Mosques: Strategic Charity Explained | Funders In Good
Should Muslim giving be about short-term reward — or long-term systems change? In this episode, we explore what strategic sadaqah looks like, why building impact means more than just building buildings, and how funders can rethink their approach to truly uplift the Ummah.

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IslamicFinanceGuru Podcasts is a English devotional & spiritual podcast from Islamic Finance Guru. Melo plays each episode straight from the publisher's own feed — no ads added, no account needed — and remembers where you stopped, in this browser only.

Publisher: Islamic Finance Guru
Language: English
Category: Devotional & Spiritual
New episodes: Weekly
Typical length: 42 min
Latest episode: 6 Oct 2026
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