addLove Podcast

#32 Somayeh Falsafi: Privilege, empathy, compassion, freedom, self-reflection

Fri, 25 Aug 2023 07:00:00 +1000

On this episode of the Addlove podcast, Somayeh discusses the intense lessons she has learned through her life as a resident of a country run by a dictatoirship, and the self discovery that has happened for her through her work. We talk about the appreciation that has grown within her after working with trauma survivors and how much they help her gain perspective on life.

Find Somayeh at:
https://www.instagram.com/s.o.m.a.y.eh_/

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Produced by Fadilah - Find her at:
https://linktr.ee/fadilah.art
https://www.instagram.com/fadilahmah/

#31 Yasser Alsaadi

Mon, 08 May 2023 07:00:00 +1000

On this episode of the podcast, My guest is Yasser. Yasser is an incredibly interesting individual that operates with both sides of his brain. His formal studies are in the sciences which he understands intimately, however he uses that to inform his artistic side, giving him a unique view of the world and what makes us human.

We talk about science and its effect on the world around us in a very easy-to-understand way for about an hour then we move deeper into artistic expression and comedy and how freedom of speech is important and how art is a nourishment for the soul.

You can find Yasser at:
https://www.instagram.com/yasseralsaadi/

#30 Khali

Fri, 17 Feb 2023 07:00:00 +1100

On this episode of the podcast, My guest is Khali. Khali is such an insightful interesting young woman who has an incredible insight into the third culture space. It takes the conversation we've been having the past few episodes to the next level. Although Khali has an urban planning and artistic background, her depth and insight into the concept of home and belonging dominate the conversation.

You can find Khali at:
https://www.instagram.com/whereiskhali__/

#29 Erhan Tirli

Thu, 27 Oct 2022 08:00:00 +1100

On this episode of the podcast, My guest is Erhan Tirli. Erhan not only has a background in Social Work and Psychology but is also an artist that creates culturally intimate images with people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities. His insight into belonging and his documentary style of capturing depth make this episode an amazing and insightful one to listen to.

You can find Erhan at:
https://www.instagram.com/erhn.trl/

#28 Jah Tung

Sat, 03 Sep 2022 07:00:00 +1000

On this episode of the podcast, my guest is Jah Tung. Jah Tung is an amazing musician who has an incredible insight into the artistic community and is also the amazing mind behind the music of the podcast! Jah Tung and I explore music, the arts, unity and community.

You can find Jah Tung at:
https://www.instagram.com/jahtung/
Find his videos and music at:
https://linktr.ee/jahtung

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#27 Wejdan Shamala

Thu, 07 Jul 2022 09:00:00 +1000

On this episode of the podcast, my guest is Wejdan. Wejdan is a humanitarian and a poet who has some unique insight into identity and belonging. Poetry helps her find the beauty in the mundane while her studies in international relations allows her to have a unique insight to the particulars in the universals. On this episode we talk about the honeymoon phase of things in life focusing on living in different cities, which is super relevant having just moved cities myself.

Wejdan and I explore, as third culture people, the struggles of being children of migrants and where our identity lies somewhere between not western enough and not ethnic enough. We also go into how to create these small communities around us as Wejdan and I have done so many times before. We discuss how you can learn so much about yourself by serving others and we go through some of the do's and don't when creating small social circles. It's an interesting perspective I know we share with almost everyone.

Find Wejdan at:
https://www.instagram.com/wejdan.shamala/
and her work at:
https://wejdanshamala.myportfolio.com/home

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#26 Sereen

Wed, 09 Mar 2022 14:00:00 +1100

On this episode of the podcast, we have the great Sereen. Sereen is a musician and filmmaker who has created an amazing community around her talents in remixing music and telling her authentic story.

This conversation is entertaining, educational, and vulnerable and an exploration around the creative process, the creative mind, identity and forging a unique path in a saturated market.

Sereen's work speaks for itself. Check it all out below.

You can find Sereen on:
Tik-Tok: www.tiktok.com/@sereensounds
Instagram: instagram.com/sereensounds/
Linktree: linktr.ee/sereensounds

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#25 Safa Alchami

Sun, 26 Dec 2021 06:00:00 +1100

On the last episode of the year, we have the amazing Safa Alchami.

Safa tells us the origin story of how she built a mindset to leave her regular 9-5 and begin an entrepreneurial lifestyle.

It begins when she was just a young girl, spending her before and after school hours watching her mum slaving away in the restaurant industry, through to how she used to study to get qualifications in the downtime at work and is now a mentor to others who want to seek greater freedom both financially and within their life as a whole.

Safa talks beautifully about how the only true way to succeed is to fail and where she believes happiness lives.

You can find Safa at: https://www.instagram.com/safaalchami/

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#24 Dr Mohamad Assoum

Fri, 15 Oct 2021 13:00:00 +1100

On this episode of the podcast, we have the amazing Dr Mohamad Assoum. Dr Mohamad is an infectious disease epidemiologist and global health specialist. His background in public health, infectious disease epidemiology, coupled with a history of employment in the World Health Organisation makes this discussion about COVID and Vaccines relevant and informational.

You'd think doing an episode with a medical professional may be dry and technical but this conversation pleasantly touched on how communities perceive structures like medical associations and the government and importantly we look at where the conspiracies come from and why so many in our community have vaccine hesitancy.

You can find Dr Mohamad and his work at:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrMoAssoum
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmoassoum/
Website: https://www.mercyglobalhealth.org/

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#23 Lydia Shelly

Sun, 19 Sep 2021 11:00:00 +1000

On this episode of the podcast, we have the powerful Lydia Shelly. Lydia is one of the most humble and staunch legal representatives I have ever met and her life's work is fighting for your right to say what you like. Lydia and I engage in a discussion about civil liberties, the shifty trick our government uses to push through sneaky laws, and the importance of defending the right to protest, even if you fundamentally disagree with what is being protested about.

You can find Lydia at:
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lydia_the_lawyer/
Website https://www.shellylegal.com.au/

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#22 Aisha Abdu

Wed, 25 Aug 2021 13:00:00 +1000

On this episode of the addLove podcast, we have the young and philosophical Aisha Abdu. Aisha is the first listener-turned-guest. Aisha is a bright mind bringing a unique perspective to the idea of third cultures.

Aisha delves into her desire to keep her family history and cultures alive and pleads for the general community to stop getting caught up in this on-demand society and start being present to the world around them.

You can find Aisha at:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_aisha.abdu/

The Sacred Land Initiative
Website: https://thesacredland.org/?ltclid=81a3c308-9017-41b0-b3de-fbbdcb94495d
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.sacred.land.initiative/

Muslim Youth Association
Website: https://mya.org.au/
MYA Publication ‘Muslim in Print’: https://mya.org.au/musliminprint/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/muslimyouthassociationau/

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#21 Omar E. Hamid

Sun, 18 Jul 2021 07:00:00 +1000

On this episode of the show, we have the awesome Omar Hamid. Omar is a young mind destined to change how we engage with entrepreneurship and social good in the future. A migrant from Atlanta, United States, and an innovation award winner, Omar is a deep and thoughtful individual who looks beyond the surface of the operation of things.

We discuss the nuances of entrepreneurship with Omar giving us an insight into what its like to start an international startup. Omar also gives us some depth into the understanding of the difference between art & design and we explore the marriage between creativity and spirituality.

You can find Omar at:
https://www.instagram.com/omarehamid/
https://LaunchGood.com

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#20 Heba Shaheed

Fri, 18 Jun 2021 07:00:00 +1000

On this episode, I have Heba Shaheed. The description of "powerful woman" would not do her justice in the grand scheme of things.

Heba and I have such a deep dynamic conversation about all things health, self-reflection, and self-betterment. Heba, who I now dub the "pocket rocket" is passionate about inspiring others to be better and being outspoken about injustice which is an obvious alignment to the addLove cause. Listen to Heba explain how our upbringings have more to do with our personality than we think and learn some practical steps to take our lives to the next level.

You can find Heba at:
www.hebashaheed.com

www.thepelvicexpert.com

www.mindbodyummah.com

www.instagram.com/thepelvicexpert

www.instagram.com/mindbodyummah

www.instagram.com/dangerouslyconscious

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#19 Ali Kickback

Sat, 29 May 2021 08:00:00 +1000

On this episode of the addLove podcast, we are blessed with the presence of another podcast host, Ali from Kickback Republic podcast. When two podcast hosts meet it's a given that the topic of podcasting arises but our conversation evolves into a more in-depth conversation about the future of communication and where that leaves us as a society.

We also discuss all things motivation and practically how to achieve the dreams you have and the journey you want to embark on but haven't taken that first step just yet.

You can find the Kickback republic podcast at: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/kickback-republic/id1511275074
Ali is available at: https://www.instagram.com/kickback.republic/?hl=en
For the Palestinian hoodie head to: https://www.mamlaka.com.au/product-page/from-the-river-to-the-sea

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#18 Abdul Hadi Shah-Idil

Thu, 29 Apr 2021 19:00:00 +1000

On this episode of the addLove podcast, we have the amazing Abdul Hadi Shah-Idil. As someone I would classify Islamically trained but also connected to the western way of life, Abdul Hadi is one of the best people to field my questions about the growing concerns that the community has with what's happening among our leaders.

Abdul Hadi doesn't shy away at all from the difficult questions I throw his way and he even begins talking of what those in leadership are missing in order for us all to get back on track.

If you're interested in some of the places where Abdul-Hadi teaches:
https://ibnabbas.org.au/courses
https://www.isra.org.au/master-of-classical-arabic

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#17 Maryam Ardati

Thu, 08 Apr 2021 08:00:00 +1000

On this episode of the addLove podcast, I have an amazing episode for you. Mariam Ardati is a death doula on a volunteer basis. Someone who helps people and their families through the process of death and dying. However, Mariam doesn't speak about death in terms of finality but more about using it to enhance the life we are currently living. It's so profound. She even shares an interesting story towards the end of the episode about how her work can literally change the whole experience of a family member passing away.

Find Mariam at Sakina funerals on:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Sakina-Funerals-1400100043461579
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sakina_funerals/

Ramia Sultan can be reached at:
Ramia Abdo Sultan
Ph: 9793 3779
rsultan@lawbridge.com.au
https://lawbridge.com.au/

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My Website addlove.com.au
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Facebook https://www.facebook.com/addLOVEau
Email me at: aamon@addlove.com.au

#16 Zizi Charida

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 07:00:00 +1100

On this episode of the addLove podcast, we have the Amazing Zizi Charida who is a powerhouse in community development. We get to get into the nitty-gritty about what our community needs to progress and move forward. We get into the importance and more interestingly the unimportance of our self-perception. We discuss how to avoid becoming a victim when calamity befalls us and I pose a question to Zizi about identity and she has an amazing response breaking the concept down into little manageable pieces as the idea of figuring ourselves out can be daunting at times.

Do yourself a favour and give this episode a listen. I look forward to hearing all your feedback.

Community Minds: https://communityminds.org.au/
https://www.instagram.com/communityminds/

Zizi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zizcharida/

Zizi is facilitating a masterclass on growing your business through storytelling. You can find it at: https://events.humanitix.com/grow-your-business-through-storytelling-social-impact

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My Website addlove.com/au
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Facebook https://www.facebook.com/addLOVEau
Email me at aamon@addlove.com.au

Bonus episode - Xed talks - Aamon and Zena

Tue, 09 Mar 2021 18:00:00 +1100

On this bonus episode, I am in Melbourne with Zena on her show Xed talks. We talk plenty about different aspects of life, wellness, and identity.

#15 Aishah Ali

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 08:00:00 +1100

Introducing the amazing and talented Aishah Ali! On this episode of the addLove podcast we discuss some amazing topics like how our brains function in everyday society and what we need to do to get our minds right. We break down the concept of delayed gratification and explore how it is one of the factors of success. We explain conflict resolution on a real practical level and how miscommunication can happen in our everyday life without us even knowing. And importantly, we discuss how seeking discomfort can lead to great happiness.

Even though we didn't touch too much on it Aishah is an amazing poet. You can find her at:
https://www.aishahali.com/
or you can catch her on Instagram on: instagram.com/aishah.a.ali/

If you want to contact me or for anything podcast-related, you can find me at:
instagram.com/aamonsayed/

#14 Amal Awad

Fri, 05 Feb 2021 07:00:00 +1100

On this episode of the addlove podcast, we are blessed to be joined by Amal Awad. Although Amal has experience in law and journalism this conversation is defined by the depth of the conversation surrounding creativity and how it can literally save our lives. We discuss authenticity and how it can go a long way to liberating us.

Be sure to check out Amal's book that was released just this month!

You can find Amal's work at: http://amalawad.com/
Amal has her own podcast at: https://creativeconfessionals.buzzsprout.com/
Amal is contactable on instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/amalawadwriter/

If you want to get in touch with me you can find me at: https://www.instagram.com/aamonsayed/

#13 Ziyad Serhan

Tue, 22 Dec 2020 09:00:00 +1100

On this episode of the addlove podcast, we are blessed with the presence of the amazing Ziyad Serhan. Ziyad is a co-founder of Educaid, an organization focusing on mental health first aid.
We get to dissect and discuss things like toxic positivity, what happens when people lose social connection and Ziyad's struggle to change the discourse in the community.

You can find Educaid on
Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/educaidau/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/educaid-au/

You can find Ziyad on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/ziyad.serhan/
And you can find me and all podcast related stuff at:https://www.instagram.com/aamonsayed/
or https://linktr.ee/aamonsayed

#12 Sara Saleh

Tue, 10 Nov 2020 15:00:00 +1100

On this episode of the addLove podcast, we have the amazing Sara Saleh. Sara has a legal background and can be found in the back of a bookstore as often as she is on the front lines of a protest defending the rights of minorities.

Our conversation is such a diverse one ranging from leadership and justice all the way to ice cream flavours. There is a little bonus for those that listen to the whole conversation about how time is a racist construct.

You can find Sara on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/instasaranade/

You can find "Arab, Australian, Other" at: https://www.panmacmillan.com.au/9781760785017/

Check out Sara's intro at: https://fb.watch/1EFTtEU6M_/

The Article about prisoners being made to make products: https://www.news.com.au/finance/business/other-industries/bed-linen-and-boomerangs-the-surprising-products-made-by-prisoners/news-story/d9cfbb0e9414fd00c0ef764ce8002982

You can find me at: https://www.instagram.com/aamonsayed/

Feel free to hit me up, have a chat, and engage in any of the content.

Bonus Episode: Chasing mindgasms - Aamon and Amro

Mon, 02 Nov 2020 22:00:00 +1100

Check out my guest appearance on the chasing mindgasms podcast. Me getting asked some deep and intense questions yielded some deeper answers.

You can find all of Amro's art and his podcast on: https://www.instagram.com/amrosproductions/

#11 Naimah Abdat

Tue, 20 Oct 2020 14:00:00 +1100

On this episode of the addLove podcast, we have Naimah Abdat, one of the best naturopaths in the land. We discuss health, veganism, intermittent fasting and Naimah talks about a wealth of knowledge we only think we know. An episode not to be missed if you have even a remote interest in health or food.

You can find Naimah on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/naimah_naturopath/

Or on her website at: https://www.naimahabdat.com/

#10 HeartTalk Episode #3 - Amro Mohi

Wed, 23 Sep 2020 17:00:00 +1000

On this episode of HeartTalk with Amro Mohi, we discuss everything from addLove as a movement to medical ethics in the '80s. No topic is off-limits when we talk about how ego and trauma manifest itself in the body and through our actions and how we can use controlled hardship to make the small annoyances in life matter less.

There is too much in this conversation to put into words. It was unfortunate that I couldn't get to the reason why I asked Amro to come onto the show, his art. However, you can check the links if you are more interested in his work. I promise you it'll provoke some interesting thoughts.

You can find
Amro's art at: https://www.instagram.com/amrosproductions/
Amro's podcast at: https://www.instagram.com/chasingmindgasms/
Amro's website: https://www.amromohi.com/

#09 Tim Carroll

Sat, 29 Aug 2020 07:00:00 +1000

On this episode of the addLove podcast we have the pleasure of hearing from the community titan Tim Carrol. Over 30 years in the community makes him one of the best sources of information and stories in South-West Sydney.

Tim is a lover of life and his wonder and desire to learn is something I aspire to.

You can find Tim at https://www.facebook.com/tim.carroll.35110
or find Outloud and thier amazing projects at https://outloud.org.au/

#08 Mohshin Ali

Fri, 24 Jul 2020 09:00:00 +1000

On this episode of the addLove podcast, I have my friend Mohshin Ali. Mohshin is a long time friend who after reconnecting with me after several years, comes in for a conversation about things from all ends of the spectrum. The fact that Mohshin didn't know what a podcast was added a bit of humour to the situation.

This is one of the most vulnerable conversations I've had so far as for the first time the guest asked me as many questions as I asked him. This conversation just goes to show that good discussion can come in many different forms.

#07 Iman Farrar

Mon, 06 Jul 2020 07:00:00 +1000

On this episode of the addLove podcast, we have international nasheed artist and angel-voiced legend Iman Farrar. We had a catch up when she was last in Australia and we got to talking about what it is like to be a very visible Muslim in the spotlight. We talk about the role of the creative arts in life and how her new charity uses technology to create social impact.

You can find Iman on https://www.iman-farrar.com/
or on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/imanfarrar/
And you can find out more about Iman's project at https://projectdastaan.org/

HeartTalk Episode #2 - Calisha Bennett

Thu, 11 Jun 2020 17:00:00 +1000

On this episode of HeartTalk on the addLove podcast we have Calisha Bennett. Calisha and I discuss important things community-related and address so much of what our people are missing. With years of community experience, Calisha and I get into the nitty-gritty of what change looks like.

You can find Calisha on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/calisha_bennett/ or through her business developing diamonds at http://developingdiamonds.com.au/

#06 Peter Gould

Sun, 03 May 2020 19:00:00 +1000

On this episode of the addLove podcast, we have the legendary Peter Gould who shares his years of international insight into technology, innovation and entrepreneurship. We talk about what the future looks like and we get an insight into the mind of a born and bred creative.

Peter has recently created a program that I highly recommend called "The heart of design" which can be found on his website - http://peter-gould.com/.

Peter is currently running a fundraiser for refugees - https://www.unrefugees.org.au/get-involved/fundraise/ramadan-for-refugees/.

Peter can found on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/petergouldart/.

#05 Naveen Krishnasamy

Wed, 08 Apr 2020 20:00:00 +1000

On this episode of the addLove podcast, our guest Naveen shares his insight into what it's like to be a creative director for an international news agency and we talk about the importance, effect and impact of story-telling. Below are a couple of links to some of Naveen's work.

A story about young refugees from Syria:
https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=305845033507808

A story about the Arab Spring:
https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=1276686445815604

HeartTalk Episode #01 - Mohammed Isaaq feat. Malik Osman

Wed, 18 Mar 2020 12:00:00 +1100

On the very first episode of heartTalk we have Mohammed Isaaq who is a facilitator of the knowing yourself workshop.

On this episode, we speak about how to know yourself, the importance of being present in the moment, the difference between universals and particulars and we run through a very practical exercise in mindfulness.

You can find more about the "Knowing Yourself" workshops at https://www.mohammedisaaq.com/ or you can find him on Instagram at
https://www.instagram.com/isaaq.mohammed/?hl=en

#04 Malik Osman

Fri, 28 Feb 2020 13:00:00 +1100

On this episode of the podcast, I have the pleasure of discussing some spectacular things with my friend Malik Osman. Malik is the brains trust behind Mizan Avenue.

On this episode, we discuss our understanding of Islamic theology, the birth of Mizan, the problems with having an unchanging world view and the origins of addLove and what it means to me.

Mizan can be found at http://www.mizan.com.au/

#03 Az Fahmi

Wed, 12 Feb 2020 12:00:00 +1100

On this episode, I have my friend Az Fahmi in. We talk about pop culture (a lot of star wars and Game of Thrones), the pros and cons of social media, gun control and gun access and accidental counselling.

#02 Fayez M

Mon, 20 Jan 2020 19:00:00 +1100

My guest today is Fayez M. Fayez is a good friend of mine who although has an angry dad vibe, definitely has some ideas and points worth exploring.
On this episode, we discuss the origins of the podcast and how sometimes laws are bullshit.

#01 Mobinah Ahmad

Tue, 14 Jan 2020 22:00:00 +1100

Welcome to the pilot episode of the addLove Podcast! Our guest today is Mobinah. Mobinah is someone who I have known for a long time and has a very interesting outlook on life. She is the founder of her very own Friendship Theory.

In this conversation, we speak about how we view the world, mental health in our communities and how sometimes the right intention is never enough.