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This Podcast will examine ideas that impact our economy and financial system on the basis of values and ethical principles. Host: Almir Colan http://islamicfinancepodcast.com
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Almir Čolan je direktor Australskog Centra za Islamske Finansije (AUSCIF) i Vakufa Australije, član Upravnog odbora Koledža Garden i savjetnik za karijere u Koledžu Ilim. Izabran je za člana radne grupe pri AAOIFI-u (Accounting and Auditing Organization for Islamic Financial Institutions) na projektu “Comprehensive ethics and code of conduct”. Savjetuje brojne organizacije koje se bave islamskim finansiranjem i investicijama. Također, bio je predavač na predmetu Islamske finansije i tržište ...
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Almir Colan discussed the current state of the global economy, highlighting the challenges and opportunities presented by the ongoing economic crisis. He touched on key issues such as inflation, unemployment, government policies, and the impact of the pandemic on the global economy. Almir Colan also shared his insights on how businesses and individ…
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Reminiscing on technological changes we have witnessed over the last few decades and how they impact our lives, business and economy. Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan - Links > https://www.almircolan.com/links Podcast Links > https://www.islamicfinancepodcast.com/links Don’t forget to rate our podcast *5 stars* wherever you listen to us! --- Links ---…
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Welcome to our new season. In this 4th season, we talk about the Digital Economy and its key building blocks. In this first episode, we share our thoughts and personal interactions with technology that is shaping how we do business, engage in commerce and consume goods and services. With a bit of light humour, we try to make some sense of it all. M…
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Don’t forget to rate our podcast *5 stars* wherever you listen to us! This is our final episode for season 3. We will be back in 2022 with the brand new season insha'Allah. In this episode, we finalise our discussion on "Earning a livelihood" and present a new way of conceptually framing popular crypto discussions: Topics: Crypto, bitcoin, tesla, s…
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Don’t forget to rate our podcast *5 stars* wherever you listen to us! In this episode, we talk about leadership and its core aims and responsibilities within the Islamic economic framework. Islamic Economic Leadership framework photo available at: https://www.islamicfinancepodcast.com/blog/3-17 Learn more about The 3 Pillars of Islamic Economy - Th…
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Join me for a coffee and some spontaneous unscripted reflections about life and the economy. I also provide you with some insights into my own life and update on the podcast. - Almir Colan Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan - https://www.almircolan.com/links ----- Join Islamic Finance Podcast Telegram Channel & Group Chat *Official Channel (announcement…
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In this episode, we talk with Mustafa Aydemir - Senior Investment Analyst at Saturna. Topics include discussion on: What investment analysts do? How high net worth individuals invest their own money? Developments in Turkey, global economic trends, ESG and more. Connect with Mustafa Aydemir via Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mustafa-aydemir-5…
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In this episode, we talk about the negative effects of poverty on individuals and society. Reference in the episode is from the book - "Economic Security in Islam" by Sh Yusuf al-Qaradawi. Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan - https://www.almircolan.com ----- Join Islamic Finance Podcast Telegram Channel & Group Chat *Official Channel (announcements, epi…
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Today we talk about the leadership lessons from the early stage of the state of Madina and its economy. Links: Almir's MasterClass: Leading with Islamic Finance - https://www.almircolan.com/masterclass Podcast Episode 3.1: The 3 Pillars of Islamic Economy - The Shepherds model https://www.islamicfinancepodcast.com/blog/3 Join Islamic Finance Podcas…
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In this preliminary discussion, we share some intuitive principles that should help us when deciding to invest in shares. Aim today is to frame the issues and challenge the way we usually look at the topic itself and market participants in particular. More discussions about screening rules and various rulings will follow later on insha'Allah. Topic…
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Good money and a good financial system need two things: 1] Collective cooperation that disincentivises the debasement of the currency. 2] Social order to prevent harm. Today, unfortunately, governments are debasing our money, but the Crypto ecosystem is debasing the social order. No one should be in the business of making money from making money. T…
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In this episode, we ask what is more superior: Gratitude (Shukr) for wealth or Patience (Sabr) in the face of Poverty? We also have a little chat about (day) trading and cryptocurrency speculations that seems to dominate our news cycle. Join Islamic Finance Podcast Telegram Channel & Group Chat *Official Channel (announcements, episode updates, rem…
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In this post-Ramadan episode, we share reflections about news from Palestine as well as trends with crypto news. Join Islamic Finance Podcast Telegram Channel & Group Chat *Official Channel (announcements, episode updates, reminders) Join here: https://t.me/IslamicFinancePodcast *Group Chat (Chat is a space to discuss all things related to Islamic …
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Have you ever wondered how Zakat incentivises the circulation of money and alleviate the root causes of poverty? In this episode, Sh. Abdullah Hasan explains the Wisdom and Benefits of correctly implemented Zakat in solving short and long term economic, social and spiritual challenges in our society. Connect with Sh. Abdullah Hasan: https://www.fac…
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In this Special Ramadan episode, we talk about Gratitude as the core life-changing concept around which our purpose of life revolves. "And Allah has extracted you from the wombs of your mothers not knowing a thing, and He made for you hearing and vision and hearts [i.e., intellect] that perhaps you would be grateful." - Qur'an 16:78 And [remember] …
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In this episode, we talk to brother Shaheed Drew about some lessons regarding the topic of earning a livelihood. We also talk about his book "40 Hadiths Relating to Islamic Finance" and the very interesting history of Muslims in Australia (and why Muslim traders came to South East Asia). Br Shaheed also shares how some of the companions like Abu Ba…
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After earning what is necessary for oneself, is (further) occupation with earning better or devotion to worship? We are following writings attributed to Imam Muhammad al Shaybabni - The Book of Earning a Livelihood. Don’t forget to rate our podcast *5 stars* wherever you listen to us! Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan - https://www.almircolan.com Links…
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Is seeking means of earning something that goes against taqwa and reliance on Allah the Most High as the provider? Or is it contradictory to shari'ah? Don’t forget to rate our podcast *5 stars* wherever you listen to us! Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan - https://www.almircolan.com Links for Telegram channel and social media available at https://www.i…
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Interview with Almir Colan: Memories from Bosnia, journey to Islamic finance and life lessons.
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This week we bring you Almir Colan's extended interview with Salaam Podcast. In this wide-ranging episode, we talk about Almir's early life in Bosnia, his journey to Islamic finance, life lessons, entrepreneurship and much more! This is a marathon podcast so get some coffee ready and enjoy. Don’t forget to rate our podcast *5 stars* wherever you li…
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In this episode, we remind ourselves that earning a livelihood is the way of the Messengers, may Allah bless them all, and we are commanded to follow and emulate their guidance. Don’t forget to rate our podcast *5 stars* wherever you listen to us! Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan - https://www.almircolan.com Links for Telegram channel and social media…
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We continue talking about livelihood within the Islamic economic paradigm. We also look at trade as a mechanism for earning and provisioning livelihood for the common good. In addition, we extend the money mastery analogy to include a component of discipline that safeguards from corruption while working for a livelihood. Topics: piety, taqwa, zuhd,…
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Welcome to our new season. In this season we talk about obtaining wealth and prudently organising our livelihood. We will follow book attributed to Imam Muhammad al Shaybabni - The Book of Earning a Livelihood (Kitab Al-kasb), from which season takes the name. With that in mind, this season will aim to cover various questions on money matters, inco…
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This is our final episode for season 2. We will be back next week insha'Allah with the brand new season. In this episode, we ask our listeners 25 questions from season 2. We recommend that you pause and try answering each question yourself before listening to the answer. The episode was recorded live via zoom. (edited for podcast) Podcast Hosted by…
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In this episode, we talk about some arguments that are usually put forward in order to claim that conventional insurance is halal or permissible. We also highlight how in principle conventional insurance differs from Takaful or Islamic version of 'insurance'. Topic: insurance, riba, interest, usury, contracts, risk, uncertainty, gharar, takaful Lin…
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In this episode, we talk about the concept of taxation and how it relates to the role of the government, freedoms and active citizenry. We also talk a little bit about the latest news and gamification of financial markets. Topics: dogecoin, trading, short selling, government, leadership, tax, regulations. ---------- Don’t forget to rate our podcast…
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It this episode we talk about the recent moves in the US Stock market and how a group of Reddit traders led financial warfare against Wall street Hedge funds. Some have compared this to the epic battle between David and Goliath (Dawood and Jalut) - but we think there is more to the story. We also look at short selling that was used and if these typ…
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In this episode, we talk about limited liability, home loans and answer some contemporary questions. Topic: Limited liability, home loans, fees, debt, equity, transactions, charity, riba, interest. Links for Telegram channel and social media available at https://www.islamicfinancepodcast.com/pages/connect Almir's Youtube channel available at https:…
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Join Islamic Finance Podcast Telegram channel at: https://t.me/IslamicFinancePodcast Don’t forget to rate our podcast *5 stars* wherever you listen to us! In this episode: We take a deeper look at ribawi transactions. In particular, we analyse the "Student loan" to see if it is ribawi or not. In recent times we have seen several opinions about stud…
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Big Tech refers to the major technology companies which have inordinate influence. (PCMag) In this episode, we talk about recent political events with regards to Big Tech as they relate to censorship, freedom of speech and consolidation of power. We also reflect on some lessons from the past year and trends with this podcast. Don’t forget to rate o…
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Do not take this too seriously :) We will resume our regular podcast next week insha'Allah. Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan. Connect with us: Be part of the conversation and keep in touch with us to find out about new episodes and other content. Web: www.islamicfinancepodcast.com Social media: - YouTube - Facebook (public page) - Facebook (group) - T…
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In this episode, we talk about freedom to enter into the contract and how Islamic law might deal with the question of a minimum wage. Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan. Connect with us: Be part of the conversation and keep in touch with us to find out about new episodes and other content. Web: www.islamicfinancepodcast.com Social media: - YouTube - Fac…
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In this episode, we talk about the intersection between technology and finance and what opportunities or challenges it creates for the Islamic fintech industry. This year we have seen a strong rise in stocks for companies such as Zoom, Tesla and Amazon. With their tech-centric solutions, Amazon is redefining commerce, Zoom is changing the way we wo…
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Is paper money just an IOU and debt? What role central and other commercial banks play in creating it? How do we understand financial concepts like intrinsic value, quantitative easing, fractional reserve banking with regards to halal and haram aspects of money? Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan. Connect with us: Be part of the conversation and keep in…
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Is Multi-level marketing (MLM) a legitimate business or a problematic pyramid scheme? In this episode, we learn about the key difference between a legitimate business and a pyramid scheme. Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan. Connect with us: Be part of the conversation and keep in touch with us to find out about new episodes and other content. Web: www.…
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Abu Hurairah states,“The Prophet forbade selling by way of tossing stones to settle a sale (Al-Haasah), and the sale of Gharar.” (Muslim) What is Gharar? Uncertainty, hazard, chance, risk, delusion, deception, danger, peril... Gharar is: - to make someone believe something that is false or vain. - to put someone in a dangerous position due to decep…
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Discussion continues: bitcoin, investments, mutual funds, shares, gold, REIT's, Sukuk, bonds and credit cards. Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan. Connect with us: Be part of the conversation and keep in touch with us to find out about new episodes and other content. Web: www.islamicfinancepodcast.com Social media: - YouTube - Facebook (public page) - F…
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Key rules and types of riba (interest) with examples. Summary of rules by Imam Nawavi: 1. When the underlying ‘Illah (operative cause behind a law) of the two goods being exchanged is different, shortfall/excess and delay both are permissible, e.g. the exchange of gold for wheat or dollars for a car. 2. When the commodities of exchange are similar,…
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Introduction to the prohibition of Riba (interest) in Islam and other religions - as well as some of the wisdom behind it. Podcast Hosted by Almir Colan. Connect with us: Be part of the conversation and keep in touch with us to find out about new episodes and other content. Web: www.islamicfinancepodcast.com Social media: - YouTube - Facebook (publ…
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In this episode, we take a deeper look into contracts and some everyday transactions. Where to learn more: Australian Centre for Islamic Finance (AUSCIF): Islamic Finance Professional Development Course with Almir Colan Website: https://www.auscif.com For more episode references visit https://www.islamicfinancepodcast.com/blog/2-2 Podcast Hosted by…
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In this 1st episode of the Season 2, we are looking into Islamic Law of Contracts and Business Transactions. This is a critical topic to understand what is permissible and what is not in various commercial transactions and financial arrangements. Hosted by Almir Colan Connect with us: Be part of the conversation and keep in touch with us to find ou…
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In this episode, we introduce the basic principles of Islamic banking and finance. Learn some of the difference between conventional and Islamic banking. Globally, there is a demand for a fair and just banking system that the Islamic banking and finance industry provides. As this demand continues to rise, so does the awareness of the timeless princ…
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In this episode, we examine financial incentives that are moving capitalism away from real economic activities and toward zero-sum (win/lose) profit modes that may have a detrimental impact on societies. Hosted by Almir Colan Connect with us: Be part of the conversation and keep in touch with us to find out about new episodes and other content. Web…
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In this episode, we examine incentives that drive economic prosperity and reward initiative and risk-taking. Specifically, we look at the principles that Xiaogang village adapted in 1978 and how it led to China's modern economy that reportedly lifted 500 million people out of poverty. Hosted by Almir Colan Connect with us: Be part of the conversati…
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In this episode, we talk about a new model for Islamic economy: The Shepherds model. The first domain of wholesome Islamic economy is the capacity to take care of the weak. This primary indicator shows the moral leadership and wellbeing of society via its capacity to take care of those who are in need. This function is built on virtues like empathy…
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In this episode, we examine intentions that drive our actions - from gaining financial knowledge to how we act upon it. Hosted by Almir Colan Connect with us: Be part of the conversation and keep in touch with us to find out about new episodes and other content. Web: www.islamicfinancepodcast.com Social media: - YouTube - Facebook (public page) - F…
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Islamic Finance Podcast Welcome to Season 1, Episode 1. of newly recorded Islamic finance podcast (hence the numbering 1.1 in the title) In this episode we examine ideas that impact our economy and financial system on the basis of justice, values and ethical principles. Connect with us: Be part of the conversation and keep in touch with us to find …
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Sta je najvazniji resurs i potencijal u jednom drustvu? Kako razvijati karijeru - pogotovo kod mladih... Sta je uloga onih koji su vec uspjeli? Da li je bolje imati bolji posao, obrazovanje i karijeru ili ne? Kako biti lider koji utice i gradi drustvo kroz pozitivnje vrijednosti...Predavač Almir Čolan.Almir Čolan je direktor Australskog Centra za I…
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Sta je novac i koja mu je svrha?Kako je doslo do globalne finansijske krize?Razlika izmedju islamske i kovencionalne banke…Predavač Almir Čolan.Almir Čolan je direktor Australskog Centra za Islamske Finansije (AUSCIF) i Vakufa Australije, član Upravnog odbora Koledža Garden i savjetnik za karijere u Koledžu Ilim. Izabran je za člana radne grupe pri…
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Predavanje: Sta je ugovor i koji su glavni pravni principi koje treba da poznajemo. Snimak je dio diskusije za vrijeme seminara "Islamske finansije i poslovanje" u Sarajevu.Predavač Almir Čolan.Almir Čolan je direktor Australskog Centra za Islamske Finansije (AUSCIF) i Vakufa Australije, član Upravnog odbora Koledža Garden i savjetnik za karijere u…
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Predavanje na temu: Islamska ekonomija, finansije i poslovanje.Predavač Almir Čolan.Almir Čolan je direktor Australskog Centra za Islamske Finansije (AUSCIF) i Vakufa Australije, član Upravnog odbora Koledža Garden i savjetnik za karijere u Koledžu Ilim. Izabran je za člana radne grupe pri AAOIFI-u (Accounting and Auditing Organization for Islamic …
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