Hosted by colleagues, friends and ‘tea’ buddies Hazirah, Nurul and Raudha, The Halal Travel Podcast is a space to let out their heart and soul as Muslim millennials. The trio invites inspiring Muslims from different walks of life to share the stories that made them who they are today. Tune in to the podcast on the way to school, at work or while cooking for a lighthearted listen.
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This episode we have Rozi Faith, Real Estate Agent educating us on what it takes to afford for a house. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or an experienced investor, our show is packed with expert insights, practical tips.
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This epsiode we have Kishon, Assistant Hockey Coach, St Hildas Secondary, to educate us on what it really means to be fit. Join us as we embark on a journey to improve our fitness as well as to learn the correct steps to keeping ourselves fit.
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This episode we have Adlyn Farizah, a Food Nutritionist, tackling the myths of eating healthy. She is here to cut through the noise and expose the misleading claims that have infiltrated our understanding of healthy eating. We will debunk common misconceptions and separate fact from fiction.
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This episode we have Siti Mariam, Principal Therapist at Private Space Medical delving into the empowering concept of body positivity and explore the various ways in which individuals can navigate and embrace it.
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This episode we have Ustaz Ruknuddin Zainor, a Ruqyah specialist to educate us on the mystical world of Ruqyah. We dive deep in understanding the signs of disturbances.
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In this episode, we invited Ustaz Sameer, who shares a profound near-death experience that forever changed the course of his life, and led him closer to discovering the reality of life (duniyya) while growing as a person through the journey of spirituality and seeking knowledge.
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This episode we had the lady behind @catchflightsnotfeelings, Halimah Ershad, (personally in our office!) chatting about her unexpected 1-year move from her hometown in the UK to our little red dot, Singapore.
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This episode, we dropped by APSN and met up with the trainees behind APSN Café-for-All! The APSN Café-for-All, in collaboration with Andes by ASTONS, provides real-life authentic environment for trainees with special needs.
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We finally asked the real expert on how to get that clean girl skin! This episode we chat with Jordan Karim, Founder of Flora & Noor, on how she got into producing her own skincare line, the biggest secrets of skincare products and finding the right ingredients to treat her son's eczema.
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In this episode, we were tourists in our very own Little India simply stuffing our faces with everything we have always wanted to try. We dived straight into our first appetizer for the day just across the Indian Heritage Centre
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Getting out of their comfort zones and challenging themselves to grow their passion has always been their greatest strength for the couple behind The Perfect Duo. Creating facial retreats for men to care for their skin comfortably within their own private space.
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With one of us travelling soon, we talk about recent travel hacks we've come across over a Singaporean past time - eating! Halal mookata is becoming increasingly popular among locals and Lukhon Thai is a Halal-certified location in the East.
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A journey that took over six months, more than $3,000 and enough grit to last a lifetime. Passing through Estonia, Russia, Kazakhstan, China and others, he talks about the challenges faced hitchhiking as a brown, Asian man and the amazing hospitality that greeted him in the most unexpected places.
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If given the choice, would you emigrate from Singapore to anywhere else in the world? We talk about the good and the bad while enjoying our delicious Bahn Mi and vietnamese coffee at the quaint and Muslim-friendly Joo Chiat Caphe.
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We talked to the one and only Akeela Maryam, or also known as the Exploring Hijabie on how she got everyone hooked on her latest adventure to Banff, Alberta in Canada. For a moment, we lived vicariously through her phenomenal travels. We hope you love this episode and Akeela as much as we do!
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We head back to school! Having all studied in Polytechnics, we reminisce the journey to adulthood and the affordable canteen food that are both delicious and comforting.
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Nur faced hardship at a young age, from being a victim of abuse to falling prey to drugs. She's been incarcerated thrice and with the help of YRSG, she is currently employed for the first time in her life and on the road to rebuilding her life with her children.
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Aziema Muslim Stall brings back a lot of memories for Raudha and in this new SideTalk concept, we head out to Bukit Merah to get a taste and a glimpse of this much beloved stall by many of its regulars.
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A voice-over artist, actor and musician based in Boston, on this episode, Shahjehan talks about his 'King of the World' podcast. The seven-part series follows Shahjehan's journey through his addiction, identity and religion as he navigates America in the 20 years that followed 9/11.
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We've talked about traveling when borders reopen for a while now and we're now the closest we've ever been to traveling as we did pre-covid. In the spirit of being able to travel somewhere again very soon, we reveal our personalities when choosing between window or aisle seats, amongst many others!
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This marks our third Eid episode with THTP! MashaAllah how time flies. From what color we're wearing this year, to malam Raya traditions and our go-to Eid snacks, we can go on forever. From The Halal Travel Podcast team, we wish a very blessed Eid Mubarak!
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We decided to let loose and have fun by playing a bunch of games. Come play with us as we work our brains out to find out who can come up with the most Malay words in a minute while also testing our English knowledge with a Spelling Bee game! It is probably the Most Kecoh Games Day ever!
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In charge of partnerships and fundraising at APSN, Marina shares about the special education, vocational training and employment support services for individuals with mild intellectual disability.
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On this episode, we talk about the different ways available to donate and give back during the blessed month of Ramadan.
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We're kicking off season five with a guest from Yellow Ribbon Singapore (YRSG). As a career coach with YRSG, Syafiqah assists ex-offenders reintegrate back into society by guiding them through a series of job coaching sessions and eventual job placement.
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As we are close to the release of Season 5, THTP is back with a special Sidetalk episode where we answer the Web's Most Searched Questions on Ramadan & Eid.
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In true THTP style we end off the last episode of SideTalk this season with the topic of travel. We debate the pros and cons of traveling on Vaccinated Travel Lanes (VTL), whether the risk is worth it and the first destination we'd visit once we're ready to take off.
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Maktaba Books is a peer-to-peer library that first sparked from a conversation in a barbershop. Today, Maktaba Books is the avenue for anyone who wants to get their hands on a selection of over 400 books for free.
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Making friends was probably a no-brainer when we were young but as we grow older, it gets more complex. On this episode we talk about having to choose the right friends, Nurul's social experiment when her birthday came, and if "best friends" are still a thing.
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As a speech language therapist, Shamiah assists children in mainstream pre-school in speech therapy, language skills and social skills. She shares the importance of early detection and intervention and the common misconceptions people have about speech therapists.
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Getting over your fears is no easy feat and on this episode, we talk about some of the fears we have and phobias we've had for a long time and some others that we've overcome. Have you gotten over a personal fear recently?
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Izzat is the man behind the handmade leather crafting business - Reservoir Dayak. Born and bred in Singapore, the brand is now in its 10th year and the journey was long but fulfilling, to say the very least. Izzat shares what first got him into leatherwork.
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From odd jobs to one-day stints, from working in a warehouse to receiving love letters at work, we share about some of the notable part-time jobs we've had in the past in all its embarrassing glory.
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We have Yanti, "Guardian of the Penguins" on this week's episode! We learnt so much about what goes into caring for the 60+ penguins under the keepers' care at Jurong Bird Park and the research work that keepers undertake to ensure the wellbeing of all penguins.
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We're nearing the end of 2021 and on this SideTalk, we reflect on what we wish to improve and do differently as we enter 2022. These are not big resolutions or promises but small contemplations for everyone to pause and ponder as we enter a new year.
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One of the things that impressed us the most is how Sumayyah (Sumi) built a brand and rebuilt the same brand - all while being home away from home. She was working remotely before everyone was!
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The idea of shopping sustainably sounds daunting, expensive and contradicting at times but with the rise in eco-awareness and companies that strive to provide transparency in brands, the idea is perhaps not so scary anymore.
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With more than 4 million likes on Tik Tok, Dr Salehatul Khuzaimah shares her day-to day life as a veterinarian. Her love of all animals - big and small - is obvious and on this episode, she tells us the best and challenging parts of being an animal doctor.
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We answer random questions asked by our producer on this episode and it has got us thinking about things we'd otherwise never ponder about. Like, is a hotdog a sandwich? Which actor would play us in a movie? It is safe to say that some interesting revelations took place on this SideTalk.
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Being a doula is uncommon here and you hardly hear mums engaging one when during their pregnancy. Well, that's about to change as we learned from Siti Hajjar. We find out more about the role of a doula in helping mums make informed decisions during pregnancy, labour and birth.
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Don't listen to this episode if you've not watched Squid Game and intend to! We talk about the viral Squid Game series and discuss our honest thoughts on the show, the phenomenon and easter eggs we missed.
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This episode, we ask TAQ Wealth all that is on our minds when it comes to financial freedom, wealth planning and whether there is such a thing as saving too early and too much.
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Nurul and Raudha are team oblivious and Hazirah is team self-conscious. This Sidetalk, we discuss if it's better to live hyper-conscious of your surroundings and the people around you or be completely indifferent and unaware.
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Dr Farhan shares about what goes into managing end of life issues in the elderly including chronic general medical issues and advanced care planning. The realities of falls and frailty, incontinence, depression, delirium and dementia in the elderly are real.
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We talk about the recent island-wide Public Warning System (PWS) sounding in Singapore. Though we grew up knowing these sirens signal imminent threats, understanding what they mean and when they are used is something we realised, we needed to educate ourselves more on.
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An orthopaedic surgeon, a mum of four and a part-time Tik-Toker, Dr Suraya does it all. Her short videos allow us a peek into the lives of doctors here in Singapore and even a glimpse at what goes into a hip replacement or a biopsy - all from the operating theatre!
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Believe it or not, the number of cats our team members have in total outnumber the number of humans! Nurul and Raudha are the only people in the team who are afraid of cats and we are on a quest to turn them into cat-loving beings!
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Dubbed the "Sambal Queen" (Chili Queen) on the first season of Masterchef Singapore, Shamsydar Ani is no stranger to spice. We find out more about her love for food, cooking tips and also reveal something we've been working on together for a while.
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This episode, we talk about the instances that made us extremely upset and how we eventually learned to be grateful about them. We realised that each of us had many similar stories to tell and as painful as they were to experience, we all agree that we came out better and stronger from the incident.
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Nabila has us all excited about traveling to Korea the second we can! From Halal food recommendations in Jeju Island to misconceptions about the local people and culture, we get schooled on what to do and expect the next time we head to Korea.
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We understand the desperation as you endlessly scroll through Netflix. These are some of the recents show we caught and are hooked on. We wouldn't recommend it if they're not good. Trust us. Really.
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Nazrul came to Singapore in 2008 to support his family in Bangladesh. How does he juggle being a marathon runner, an English teacher, co-founder of Help Societies International, a migrant worker and ultimately a father?
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Is there a step-by-step guide on how to adult?? These are a few of our not so favourite things when it comes to adulting. We thought it would be a good consideration for schools to offer dummy courses on adulting 101. We know we'd definitely sign up
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Umar Munshi is a social entrepreneur who is the co-founder of award-winning Ethis.co - a group of pioneer investment and Crowdfunding platforms. He is also CEO of Ethis’s Islamic Social Finance marketplace Global Sadaqah which specialises in managing Zakat and CSR programs.
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...make great superheroes! Or so we think. This episode, we debate whether teleportation triumphs invisibility and the silly yet realistic situations we would find ourselves in as superheores.
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Peter Gould is the founder of Gould Studio, a heart-centred design team that has created brands and experiences for Muslim audiences. His spiritual journey has been an influence on his creative work, learned the importance of having the right intention and received a timely reminder on Tawakkul.
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Would it better to have too many emotions or none at all? This episode, we talk about what-ifs in a world with no pain, no emotions and no fear.
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Faraliza Zainal and her husband founded My Inspiring Journey Special Education Hub (MIJ) to help their son, Mohd Ashraf. MIJ is a learning space for both children and adults with special needs. Realising the gap in the workforce for special needs graduates in the workforce, she set up Ashraf's Cafe.
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This episode, we talk about how it's like being in a relationship and the joys of singledom. Being single means independence and flexibility but being with someone helps you grow and learn. Don't take us too seriously, we're not Agony Aunts!
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As a senior field assistant at UNHCR in Yemen, Reem is part of the dedicated team that works tirelessly to protect refugees forced to flee wars and persecutions. Apart from providing aid such as shelter, food and water, UNHCR ensures that their basic safety, rights and dignity are taken care of.
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Halal eateries are abundant in Singapore and that's a good thing! From Halal Mexican, Greek, Italian to Japanese, Korean and Cantonese, you'll be spoilt for choice. We talk about how the Halal food scene has evolved over the years & how much Singaporeans are willing to pay.
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Rumah lamb chop? Nenek tapak kuda? It's that time of the year again! As we bid a bittersweet goodbye to Ramadan, a festive Eid awaits. This episode we talked about how to expertly evade intrusive Makcik questions, the best raya tunes and how much is too much to spend on celebrations?
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To support local tourism, all Singapore Citizens 18 years and above received S$100 worth of SingapoRediscovers Vouchers to be used on experiences such as tours, attractions and hotels. We talked about what experiences we've used our vouchers on and whether some of us will be using them at all!
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Upon graduating with a Degree in Philosophy at NTUS, Zulhaqem earned the highly coveted Public Service Commission scholarship to further his Masters in Buddhist Studies at Oxford's St Peter's College. His choice of studies raised eyebrows so we asked what motivated him to choose this path.
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You must've heard about the Cruise to Nowhere departing from Singapore to....where exactly?? This episode, we talked about the popular cruise experience that has provided locals an affordable alternative to staycations.
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Siddique reverted to Islam at the age of 18, he has been active in the local Muslim converts association. With a team of volunteers, he manages The Converts Central - a podcast focusing on the challenges new Muslims face along their conversion journey. Listen to his personal conversion journey!
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Welcome to the first episode of SideTalk - mini episodes where we chat about the latest news and trending topics. This episode, we talk about what we're looking forward to the most and the least in Ramadan.
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We spoke with Fadhi and Kim a.k.a KimFad, a Malaysian-Korean binational couple currently residing in Malaysia. We were happy to meet adorable baby Naeun and asked the couple about their meet, how their parents reacted to their decision to marry and how Kim adapted to living in another country.
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It’s not a stretch to say that Madam Sarimah Amat is the most popular person in Yishun! Apart from winning Yishunite of the year,her selflessness and care for others is admirable, we should all aspire to have the same level of love that she has in her heart for her foster children and those in need.
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Mr Basheer founded Global Ehsan Relief with only one full-time staff - himself. Today, GER has more than 40 employees across 5 countries! From caring for orphans and refugees to assisting in providing education to people in developing countries, his compassion and dedication is genuinely remarkable.
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Ili’s mixed heritage - part Chinese, British, Sri Lankan and Malay! - is synonymous with her love of food of different cuisines. She grew up in Malaysia and was the 2015 winner of Food Hero, a talent search for the best home cook and host across Asia.
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Ellie’s a veteran traveler and her travel escapades will spark envy in any adventurer. What’s even better is that she lives in one place for months to immerse herself in the culture and its people. She recently embraced Islam and her journey has us listening intently for more.
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As a cabin crew, Amira travels for work a whole lot and she started @asingaporeanabroad to share her travel stories while she flies for work. She strongly believes that traveling as a Muslim does not have to be difficult and does so by sharing her tips on Halal travel as much as she can.
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Girlboss Nura Ahmad shares with us her love for yoga, how she founded boutique studio Her Tribe, her amazing journey battling cancer and the miracle of being able to conceive a child despite all odds. Her energy is infectious and we love how she is an advocate for women’s fitness.
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You might’ve seen her on billboards and ads but her latest modeling stint with Vogue Singapore propelled her into the limelight. We speak with Fahimah, a part-time model and full-time speech therapist whose love for traveling we can definitely relate to.
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Hazirah chanced upon Atherah’s account @myfavourite.things on Instagram and could not stop raving about her bespoke cakes since! Whimsical cakes in unconventional shapes, her bakes are truly works of art and we couldn’t agree more. We hope you love this episode and Atherah as much as we do!
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Tamu & Waju’s love story made Nurul tear the first (and second) time she heard it! Truly, what a humble and down to earth couple. Hear Waju’s revert story and how they both met for the first time on the day of their Nikah. We hope you love this episode and Tamu & Waju as much as we do!
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We first met Kak Marhamah of Inari-ku three years ago when we started the Cook Halal series and she was our first guest! The story of how she got into Halal Japanese cuisine never gets old. Her resilience and determination to keep learning and improving her craft is admirable.
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We have a couple all the way from New York! Samia shares her first time flying first class, Adnan divulges his love for Mexico, their tips on eating Halal overseas and the importance of giving back to the local community whenever they travel through their non-profit organization - Act of Goodwill.
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The HalalTrip Show! Something we’ve been having for quite sometime now, 10 episodes to be exact! It’s a live stream game show where anyone around the world can come together and join the Live Trivia Quiz and win some prizes! We stream biweekly on Fridays, 9PM SGT or 1PM UTC!
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Kebab? Falafel? We get you. Finding Halal food can be hard when you travel and it can make or break your trip. We talk about how we overcome these challenges, be it stocking up on instant noodles and instant pastest or bringing our pots and pans all the way from home (we’ve all done it, cmon).
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The effects of climate change and over tourism are real and on this episode, we debate whether it is possible to travel and be sustainable at the same time. To top it off, we share our personal destinations to visit before it is too late and they disappear for good.
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Our personal style has evolved over the years and on this episode, we talk about what was cool way back when, what fashion today means to us, and most importantly how modest fashion has come a long way.
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This episode, we reminisce about our embarrassing encounters at the airport apart from other life-changing, cringe-inducing moments that, if not for this podcast, would not have lived to see the light of the day.
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As we gradually exit the lockdown phase, this episode we share our ups and downs and learnings from 4 months of working from home and what we look forward to (and others not so much) upon returning to the office - and life in general
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We were forced to do this podcast!! Hear us spill the beans behind the good, the bad and the weird reasons for starting THTP. We also finally introduce ourselves properly though to be honest, one episode is barely enough.
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We finally put the ‘Travel’ in Halal Travel Podcast!! This episode, we talk about how we think travel will change for good in light of Covid-19. We also share our top destinations to visit as soon as we get the green light to pack our bags and go go go!
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On this episode, we have a guest who is one of many who have had to miss once-in-a-lifetime moments due to the Covid-19 outbreak. We also sidetrack a little and talk about good ol’ Uni days. As random as it sounds...welcome to our podcast.
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Ramadan bazaars? Baju raya? Eid visiting? In our first episode, we look back to our memories of Eid growing up and what we miss the most this year. We share embarrassing Eid stories and hope that Eid is gonna happen.
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