Dr. Laila Al-Marayati, a longtime student of Dr. Maher Hathout, sits down for a conversation about the complexity of leadership. Leadership is an issue that strikes deep within the Muslim community as we sometimes find ourselves being led by those who are celebrities instead of those who serve the people. Where is the line between […]
“Haram” Makes a Dream Come True
For the first time in months, Dr. Hathout is back at the mic for a brand new episode of Straight Talk. This time, he sits down with filmmaker Wesam Nassar, who is also the director of “Haram: An abstract drama based on the poetry of Maher Hathout.” When it debuted in L.A. two weeks ago, […]
25 Years on the Road Less Traveled
One of Dr. Hathout’s most valued achievements is the growth and influence of the Muslim Public Affairs Council, which he co-founded in 1988. In this Straight Talk special release, Dr. Hathout is joined by Edina Lekovic, MPAC’s Director of Policy and Programming, to give us his candid and heartfelt reflection on the good, the bad […]
Extremism: What is it & why should I care?
In an age of near constant news about people who use violence as a means of making a political or social statement, what kinds of extremism should we worry about? In this episode, Ohio-based community activist and physician, Dr. Wayel Azmeh joins Dr. Hathout to discuss the relationship between extremism and violence, the danger of […]
Laughter Can Change the World: An Inside Look at “Little Mosque”
Canadian actor Zaib Shaikh joins Dr. Maher Hathout for a funny and moving conversation about how his hit sitcom “Little Mosque on the Prairie” broke down barriers and opened the door for more positive portrayals of Muslims as it airs in more than 100 countries. They also explore the spiritual and emotional power of creativity […]
