The Muslim Pound

Join the movement: themuslimpound.comA Movement which establishes and promotes intentional spending within the Muslim Circular EconomyHow can Muslims build wealth ethically in 2025?In this eye-opening conversation, Youness Abidou, co-founder of Nester, explains why property has always been the backbone of Muslim wealth but why the traditional path of home ownership is slipping further out of reach. He shares how fractional investing is giving Muslims new ways to grow wealth without falling into debt traps or unethical finance.Youness breaks down the reality of the UK housing crisis, the principles of Sharia-compliant finance, and the challenges of running a fintech that puts community impact before profit. From non-Muslim investors backing Nester to the power of circulating the Muslim pound, he uncovers both the opportunities and the obstacles ahead.This is not just about property. It is about building trust, creating halal financial alternatives, and ensuring Muslims invest in each other. It is a call to think long-term, support our institutions, and keep barakah at the heart of wealth building.00:52 Why Muslims turn to property and why it’s harder than ever06:24 The new mindset of young Muslims towards investing12:11 Why Nester chose property over crypto or gold17:19 The problem that sparked the creation of Nester26:29 The struggles of funding an Islamic fintech startup31:14 How a non-Muslim investor kickstarted Nester with £5 million39:40 Inside the daily life and challenges of a CEO53:51 Burnout, balance, and advice for young Muslim entrepreneurs1:10:03 The meaning of the Muslim Pound and Nester’s future vision🔔 Don’t forget to follow and share to help strengthen the Muslim community and build an economy of dignity and strength!#TheMuslimPound #Podcast #IslamicFinance #HalalInvesting #MuslimEconomy #FaithDrivenImpact #Nester

Join the movement: themuslimpound.comA Movement which establishes and promotes intentional spending within the Muslim Circular EconomyFrom professional poker to Islam and entrepreneurship.In this powerful conversation, Siwash Zahmat shares how he made over £400,000 as a professional poker player before walking away from it all for Islam. What began as a secret obsession turned into a life-changing test of faith. Through the Qur’an, love, and sacrifice, he discovered purpose beyond money.Siwash takes us through his remarkable journey: from the highs of poker winnings to the struggles of self-sabotage, the importance of inner work, and the lessons he drew from investing over $300,000 in personal development. Today, he is a 7-figure entrepreneur, coach, and believer in building a life of barakah, boundaries, and legacy.This is not just a story about leaving behind haram wealth. It is about redefining success through Islam, building businesses that outlive individuals, and creating an economy that looks 150 years ahead.01:17 Making £400K playing poker but feeling empty inside08:51 Falling in love, discovering Islam, and leaving poker behind16:14 Tony Robbins, mindset, and the shift to inner work23:56 Self-sabotage, childhood beliefs, and breaking patterns31:34 Boundaries, self-love, and building healthy relationships39:10 Business values: baraka, customer astonishment, and legacy51:33 The 4 Disciplines of Execution every Muslim entrepreneur needs1:01:36 Why baraka culture must replace hustle culture1:29:31 Thinking 150 years ahead: building sustainable Muslim businesses🔔 Don’t forget to follow and share to help unite the Muslim community and build an economy of dignity and strength!#TheMuslimPound #Podcast #MuslimUnity #MuslimEconomy #FaithDrivenImpact #Islam #Entrepreneurship

Join the movement: themuslimpound.comA Movement which establishes and promotes intentional spending within the Muslim Circular EconomyWhy will Muslims never build an Apple, Microsoft, or Netflix?In this hard-hitting conversation, Dr Wajid Akhter, Secretary General of the Muslim Council of Britain, explains why money alone will never solve the problems facing Muslims in the UK. From migration and identity to wasted human capital, disunity, and the lack of visionary institutions, he lays out the real barriers holding us back.Dr Wajid shares powerful stories about sacrifice, leadership, and why unity must come before wealth. He challenges Muslims to stop chasing short-term gains and instead build the infrastructure that will secure our future. This is a call to move beyond boycotts, beyond rhetoric, and towards genuine institution-building.This is not just about diagnosing our weaknesses. It is about developing a mindset of sacrifice, uniting across differences, and building institutions that will last generations. The Muslim Pound is more than money: it is vision, human capital, and the future of Islam in Britain.00:00 Should Muslims stay in the UK or leave for a “better life”?06:34 Why constant migration leaves Muslims rootless13:07 Real problems: laughing gas, extremism, grooming gangs25:39 Omar ibn al Khattab’s lesson: human capital over money31:41 Why Muslims will never build Apple, Microsoft, or Netflix43:59 Ambition, mindset, and learning from Zionism55:34 Sacrifice and unity as the foundation of power1:07:28 Building institutions that will last generations🔔 Don’t forget to follow and share to help unite the Muslim community and build an economy of dignity and strength!#TheMuslimPound #Podcast #MuslimUnity #MuslimEconomy #FaithDrivenImpact #MCB #Islam #Britain

Join the movement: themuslimpound.comA Movement which establishes and promotes intentional spending within the Muslim Circular EconomyWhy are Muslim marriages more complicated than ever before?In this deeply honest conversation, Na’ima B. Robert explores the challenges facing Muslim families today. From balancing deen and dunya in a hyper-connected world to redefining gender roles, marriage expectations, and community structures, she shares hard truths about what modern Muslims need to unlearn and re-establish.Na’ima also reflects on her journey as a writer and entrepreneur, the importance of wills and legacy planning, and why wealth with barakah is central to building independent, thriving Muslim communities. Her insights are both practical and spiritual: urging Muslims to prioritise their responsibilities, strengthen family bonds, and build institutions that outlast them.This is not just about diagnosing problems. It is about creating generational change, homes built on faith, communities centred around service, and a Muslim economy that carries dignity and strength.00:00 Why Death Tears Families Apart Without a Will02:14 From Writing Stories to Entrepreneurship06:37 Balancing Deen and Dunya in Modern Life13:43 The Need for Female Scholarship and Safe Spaces19:18 Mosques as Community Centres in the West25:26 How Careers Complicate Muslim Marriages34:09 Gender Roles, Value, and Barakah in Wealth56:49 Showing Up and Rejecting Victimhood1:12:36 Legacy, Wills, and Preparing for the Hereafter🔔 Don’t forget to follow & share to help strengthen Muslim families and empower the Muslim economy!#TheMuslimPound #Podcast #NaimaRobert #MuslimMarriage #MuslimFamily #IslamicLegacy #FaithDrivenImpact #MuslimEconomy

Join the movement: themuslimpound.comA Movement which establishes and promotes intentional spending within the Muslim Circular EconomyHow should Muslims respond to rising tensions with the far-right?In this thought-provoking conversation, Imam Ammaar Domun addresses the roots of far-right hostility, the role of media in shaping public perception, and why many in these movements may unknowingly share Islamic values.He makes the case for mosques as more than prayer halls: holistic, vibrant community hubs that welcome dialogue, nurture talent, and serve as a light for Muslims and non-Muslims alike. From caring for reverts and empowering women to local political engagement and financial sustainability, Imam Ammaar shares a vision for a mosque-centred community that is resilient, united, and impactful.This is not just about defending against hostility. It’s about building a model of Muslim life that inspires respect, addresses societal challenges, and creates lasting positive change.00:00 Can Muslims and the Far-Right Coexist?01:34 Media Narratives and Manufactured Tension02:31 Why Far-Right Members May Agree with Islam03:19 Building Mosques With a Holistic Mission10:13 From Prayer Halls to Community Hubs23:42 Facilities That Make Mosques a Destination56:58 Supporting and Safeguarding New Reverts1:04:06 Engaging Non-Muslims Through Shared Interests🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share to help build stronger communities and empower the Muslim economy!#TheMuslimPound #Podcast #MosqueCommunity #ImamAmmaarDomun #MuslimUnity #IslamicLeadership #FaithDrivenImpact #MuslimEconomy