Épisodes

  • Chai and Chat with Ayesha Jakoet
    Feb 7 2025
    In this episode of The Chai Lounge, host Safeera Kaka sits down with Ayesha Jakoet, a well-known social media influencer and mother of three daughters.

    Ayesha opens up about her journey from being a mom to becoming a successful TikTok star. She shares insights into her parenting style, especially when it comes to raising teenage daughters, and reflects on the realities of social media fame.

    The conversation delves into managing online hate, spirituality, prioritising mental health, and finding a balance between her online presence and personal life. Follow Ayesha on TikTok · Visit Safeera's Website · Twitter X · Instagram · Facebook
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    46 min
  • 10 Chai and Chat 2024
    Jan 13 2025
    Reflecting on 2024 with all the love and lessons learnt. Visit Safeera's Website · Twitter X · Instagram · Facebook
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    19 min
  • 09 The Tawkeel App
    Jan 2 2025
    Perform Umrah Badal from the comfort of your home with Tawkeel.

    In this episode of the Chai Lounge, Safeera Kaka interviews Mohammed Wadee, Managing Director of Tourizto, about the Tawkeel app which enables Muslims to perform Umrah Badal (proxy Umrah) through a digital platform. You are able to see the Umrah being performed in real time on the app.

    #ad Use the app by clicking this link · Visit Safeera's Website · Twitter X · Instagram · Facebook
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    18 min
  • 08 Chai and Samoosa Runs
    Sep 11 2024
    Finding love as a single Muslim woman in the modern world.

    Finding a suitable marriage partner as a Muslim woman can be quite challenging. On this episode, we look at cultural expectations vs. personal desires, evolving partner preferences with age, and the challenges with the "samoosa run". We also explore the idea of becoming a second wife and the definition of love and personal growth. Order The Mighty Watermelon · Join the match-making initiative here · Link for Females · Visit Safeera's Website · Twitter X · Instagram · Facebook
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    1 h et 8 min
  • 07 My very personal experience of the Hajj
    Jul 17 2024
    Safeera gets real and shares every aspect of her journey to Hajj.

    The Hajj is a journey every Muslim must endeavour to undergo at lease once in a lifetime. After a 7 year wait, I share my experience of performing Hajj during the 2024/1445 season.

    I share my journey to Mina, Arafat, and Muzdalifah. The lessons I learnt, the bonds I forged, and about this journey of a lifetime. Tears are shed as I get very real about the emotions I experienced on my Hajj.

    I hope anyone who ever goes on the Hajj finds this episode useful and inspiring. Please vote for my podcast in the APVA 2024 awards · Register for Hajj via SAHUC (South Africa only) · Visit Safeera's Website · Twitter X · Instagram · Facebook
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    1 h et 20 min
  • 06 Medical Tourism in Turkey | Zuber Sarang & Sauda Baksa
    May 8 2024
    Zuber Sarang and Sauda Baksa from Cayra Clinic discuss the popularity of medical tourism in Turkey.

    They provide an overview of the clinic, the treatments and procedures offered, including hair transplants, dental work, bariatric surgery, cosmetic procedures, and more. They highlight the advantages of seeking medical treatment in Turkey, such as high-quality healthcare, affordability, a wide range of services, and the ability to combine treatment with tourism.

    This episode was sponsored by Cayra Clinic. Travel Agent Affiliate · Holistic Health Agent · Visit Safeera's Website · Twitter X · Instagram · Facebook
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    54 min
  • 05 Ramadaan and Neurodivergent Muslims | Tasneem Abrahams
    Mar 22 2024
    We discuss coping techniques in Ramadaan for those with ADHD and autism.

    In this episode, we discuss Ramadaam and how it can be challenging for neurodivergent individuals, how to cope with routine changes, considerations for parents with neurodivergent kids, and the dangers of self-diagnosis. Visit Safeera's Website · Twitter X · Instagram · Facebook
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    37 min
  • 04 Sipping Chai with the South African Muslimah | Shaa'ista Jogee
    Mar 8 2024
    Get to know Shaa'ista Jogee.

    It's almost Ramadan, and we delve into reflections on the Quran, navigating grief, preparing for Ramadan, and exciting projects from the @southafricanmuslimah Visit Safeera's Website · Twitter X · Instagram · Facebook
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    38 min