Podcast Episodes

Recap of the Verses in the Chapter of the Family of Imran (Surat al-Ali 'Imran)

Season 1 Episode 12

I recap the verses on Maryam in the Chapter of the Family of Imran (Surat al-Ali 'Imran) and argue that Maryam has a story of her own, with a birth, …

1 year, 8 months ago

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Reflections from Speaking at the Catholic Biblical Association Conference

Season 1 Episode 11

I share my experiences speaking at the Catholic Biblical Association Conference, specifically an opening panel promoting the use of the Qur'an in the…

1 year, 8 months ago

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Interview with Asma Afsaruddin, Editor of the Oxford Handbook on Islam and Women

Season 1 Episode 10

Join me for this interview with Asma Afsaruddin, professor of Islamic Studies at Indiana University, Bloomington.  When writing my forthcoming book t…

1 year, 9 months ago

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Maryam and Divine Questioning

Season 1 Episode 9

Once Maryam is told that she will give birth to Jesus/'Isa, she asks a question: "How can this be?"  Her question is part of a Qur'anic theme where r…

1 year, 9 months ago

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Discussion with the Editor at Fortress Press

Season 1 Episode 8

I spoke to my editor and my book the Islamic Mary should come out in Fall 2025!  In this episode, I share my discussion with the publisher, read an e…

1 year, 9 months ago

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Maryam and Jesus

Season 1 Episode 7

After Maryam's birth and miracles, the Qur'an finally speaks about the birth of Jesus/'Isa.  Jesus/'Isa is considered to be a "glad tiding" and bless…

1 year, 9 months ago

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Maryam and Intimacy

Season 1 Episode 6

I speak about how the Qur'an speaks directly to Maryam as well as other Qur'anic women and addresses their hopes, aspirations and fears.  The direct …

1 year, 10 months ago

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Reflection on the Building Bridges Seminar

Season 1 Episode 5

I speak about my experience at the Building Bridges Seminar, a special initiative on Christian-Muslim relations.  I share how the Seminar focuses on …

1 year, 10 months ago

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Maryam as Teacher

Season 1 Episode 4

Maryam is not only a daughter and mother but also a teacher.  In the Qur'an, she teaches Zechariah/Zakariyya a lesson about spirituality which leads …

1 year, 10 months ago

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Maryam as Model

Season 1 Episode 3

I discuss how the Qur'an presents Maryam as a model, not just for women and the wives of the Prophet Muhammad but for men as well.  She also plays an…

1 year, 10 months ago

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