The Lip News
Episode 81
Redefining Modern Islam + Tackling the Conservative Right with Author Asra Nomani
As Islamophobia continues to run rampant, a new breed of 21st century Muslims are attempting to redefine the ideology and interpretations of modern Islam. Author Asra Nomani breaks down the politically correct liberals and conservative right’s position on radical Islam, while examining the intellectual challenges presented when religious beliefs collide with political interests. Nomani also addresses Donald Trump’s proposed Muslim ban, as well as the Muslim Reform Movement in this Lip News Interview, hosted by Philippe Assouline.
Episode Breakdown
00:01 Welcoming Asra Nomani to The Lip News.
01:07 Donald Trump’s muslim ban and the exploitation of fear.
04:18 The politically correct culture of the left vs the extreme conservatives of the right.
05:48 Martin Luther, orthodoxy and the interpretation of religious text.
10:35 Challenging the role of religion to promote political interests.
12:55 The Muslim Reform Movement and muslim aid around the world.
15:15 San Bernardino shooters, extremism and Danny Pearl.
18:45 Western policies toward Islam and the draw of power.
20:45 Thank you and goodbye.
Guest Bio
Asra Q. Nomani, a former reporter for the Wall Street Journal for 15 years, is the author of “Standing Alone: An American Woman’s Struggle for the Soul of Islam.” Starting in August 2007, she will be a visiting scholar in the practice of journalism at Georgetown University, leading the Pearl Project, a faculty-student investigation into the murder of Wall Street Journal reporter Daniel Pearl. She currently lives in Morgantown, W.V., with her son Shibli.
Hosts
Lissette Padilla
Mark Sovel
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