We often overlook Islamic history as a learning tool. The history of Islam is not only important for
This is the third and final episode on the series about Islam in West Africa. As the Mali Empire de
This is the second episode in our series on Islam in West Africa. In this episode, we're going to e
The first in a series to look at the empires of Ghana, Mali, and Songhai. In this episode, we will i
With Sana'a under Houthi control, the beleaguered Yemeni government calls out for help. They request
In September 2014, the Houthis captured the Yemeni capital of Sanaa. A few months later, Saudi Arabi
Aisha, the Prophet's wife, is the victim of salacious gossip and rumors. With no one else to help he
Instead of bringing peace, the Umayyad victory at Karbala brings even more instability to the Empire
A brief overview of the similarities and differences between Sunni and Shia.
Husayn and his group are trapped at Karbala. He tries to negotiate with Banu Umayyah, but it goes no
Husayn is unaware of the fate of his cousin, Muslim ibn Aqeel, in Kufah. The last thing Husayn knew,
Husayn sends his cousin, Muslim ibn Aqil, to see if he really does have support in Kufah. However, Y
Muawiyyah dies and as planned, his son Yazid succeeds him as Caliph. But there are many people in th
Muawiyyah and his administration have subdued the Muslim Empire. Most of Iraq has settled down and h
The Umayyads had the practice of cursing Ali during their sermons. Many of the party of Ali did not
Basra is starting to slip out of control with rampant crime and too much rebellion. Muawiyyah is rea
Welcome back to another season of the Islamic History Podcast! In this season, we're going to mostl
As Ali struggled against the Khawarij, his grip on the Caliphate began to slip. Support the podcast
After defeating Aisha at the Battle of the Camel, Ali held most of the Islamic Empire. The only hold
Talhah and Zubair pledged allegiance to Ali ibn Abi Talib on the condition that he find and punish t
