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Freshly Grounded

Faisal & Sam

Freshly Grounded is a weekly podcast founded by 2 British Muslim entrepreneurs, Faisal and Sam. The boys discuss anything and everything from business, lifestyle, conspiracies and current world events.

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  • January 7 · 55 min

    Episode 418

    LIVE UK TOUR: https://fg.live Faisal's away… so the FG lot took the mic. In this catch-up, Ibrahim, Kaya and Sulaiman talk Dubai coffee shop culture (including the "free booth for 2 hours" spot), what they're working on right now, and why "start now" beats waiting for New Year motivation. They also go deep on what's actually working on social media right now: raw FaceTime-style content, personality-first posting, and why people can smell "ChatGPT script energy" from a mile away. Plus: building a personal brand as your modern-day CV, getting serious about health without becoming a militant calorie counter, and why accountability is the missing ingredient for most people's goals. We wrap with quick, actionable next steps: post daily, track your numbers properly, and focus on doing more of what works, not just doing more.

  • Dec 16, 2025 · 55 min

    Episode 417: Abid Khan

    In a world obsessed with "bigger, faster, more" - Shaykh Abid Khan brings the conversation back to what's right in front of us: your character, your discipline, and your immediate responsibilities. We also get practical: how to track your time, how shayṭān's "entry points" can be as unique as a fingerprint, and why being in the company of scholars and mentors matters more (not less) in the AI era — plus how specialists (like creators, founders, and technologists) also have a responsibility to learn the Islamic principles relevant to their field. This one is a reset. A recalibration. And we definitely need a Part 2. 👉 Join FG Premium: https://fgtribe.com 👉 Hot Food Distribution in Gza: https://launchgood.com/freshlygrounded 📧 Freshly Grounded Newsletter: https://tribe.freshlygrounded.com/subscribe 💪 Buy The Game: https://shop.freshlygrounded.com ----------------------------------------­­­­­­­­---------------------------------­-­-­-­-­ ✉️ Contact Us • Instagram: http://instagram.com/Freshly_Grounded • E-mail: hello@freshlygrounded.com ----------------------------------------­­­­­­­­---------------------------------­-­-­-­-­- The views expressed by our guests do not necessarily reflect the views of Freshly Grounded or its hosts.

  • Dec 8, 2025 · 30 min

    Episode 416

    👉 Faisal's mentorship: freshlygrounded.com/mentorship 👉 Free ebook: https://identity.desqy.com This solo episode breaks down the dilemma so many Muslims face today: we want more freedom, more family time, more control over our schedule, but we don't want to chase trends, compromise our values, or become "influencers" for the algorithm. After 15 years in content creation and leading marketing for a global Muslim app, I'm sharing the simple middle ground I believe solves it: YouTube. I explain why short-form content burns you out, why YouTube lets your videos compound for years, how search-based content brings the right people straight to you, and why long-form is the fastest way to build trust and real income without losing your dīn. If you're a barber, therapist, designer, chiropractor, mechanic, or any expert with knowledge worth sharing — this episode shows you how to turn that into ethical online income without dancing, acting, or compromising who you are. May Allah put barakah in your efforts, protect your intentions, and make your income a means of drawing closer to Him. 👉 Join FG Premium: https://fgtribe.com 👉 Hot Food Distribution in Gza: https://launchgood.com/freshlygrounded 📧 Freshly Grounded Newsletter: https://tribe.freshlygrounded.com/subscribe 💪 Buy The Game: https://shop.freshlygrounded.com ----------------------------------------­­­­­­­­---------------------------------­-­-­-­-­ ✉️ Contact Us • Instagram: http://instagram.com/Freshly_Grounded • E-mail: hello@freshlygrounded.com ----------------------------------------­­­­­­­­---------------------------------­-­-­-­-­- The views expressed by our guests do not necessarily reflect the views of Freshly Grounded or its hosts.

  • Dec 5, 2025 · 1 hr 3 min

    Episode 415: Adiwahab

    👉 Join FG Premium: https://fgtribe.com What if instead of "just knowing"… you actually asked the right questions before you got married? In this episode of Freshly Grounded, I sit down with Adiwahab, author of "Can I Ask You A Question?" – a book of over 150 questions to ask in the premarital stage so you stop guessing, stop romanticising, and start being intentional for the sake of Allāh. 📖 Get Adiwahab's book "Can I Ask You A Question?" here: 👉 https://www.amazon.com/CAN-ASK-YOU-QUESTION-Successful/dp/B0DW21F7PH 👉 Hot Food Distribution in Gza: https://launchgood.com/freshlygrounded 📧 Freshly Grounded Newsletter: https://tribe.freshlygrounded.com/subscribe 💪 Buy The Game: https://shop.freshlygrounded.com ----------------------------------------­­­­­­­­---------------------------------­-­-­-­-­ ✉️ Contact Us • Instagram: http://instagram.com/Freshly_Grounded • E-mail: hello@freshlygrounded.com ----------------------------------------­­­­­­­­---------------------------------­-­-­-­-­- The views expressed by our guests do not necessarily reflect the views of Freshly Grounded or its hosts.

  • Nov 27, 2025 · 29 min

    Episode 413

    An honest, unfiltered chat about the deeper, real-world meaning of lowering your gaze, beyond just interactions with the opposite gender. They break down how guarding your eyes protects your heart, your dignity, your privacy, and even your relationships in a world powered by timelines, rumors, and unintentional snooping. From peeking into open doors, back gardens, and balconies to not inspecting belongings that weren't shown to you — this conversation flips the concept into a daily practice of self-discipline, humility, and heart purification. 👉 Join FG Premium: https://fgtribe.com 👉 Hot Food Distribution in Gza: https://launchgood.com/freshlygrounded 📧 Freshly Grounded Newsletter: https://tribe.freshlygrounded.com/subscribe 💪 Buy The Game: https://shop.freshlygrounded.com ----------------------------------------­­­­­­­­---------------------------------­-­-­-­-­ ✉️ Contact Us • Instagram: http://instagram.com/Freshly_Grounded • E-mail: hello@freshlygrounded.com ----------------------------------------­­­­­­­­---------------------------------­-­-­-­-­- The views expressed by our guests do not necessarily reflect the views of Freshly Grounded or its hosts.

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