03 Chatting to the Chai Queen of Joburg | Ferzaana Sibda

03 Chatting to the Chai Queen of Joburg | Ferzaana Sibda

Author: Solid Gold Podcasts #BeHeard February 22, 2024 Duration: 56:56
Heartbreak, chai, the restaurant industry, and spiritual connections. In this episode, Zana gets real with Safeera about developing a spiritual connection with Allah, how to heal from heartbreak, the challenges of running a Halaal restaurant, and how to brew the perfect cup of chai.

Pull up a chair and settle in. The Chai Lounge with Safeera Kaka is a space for thoughtful dialogue that feels like a warm, comforting break in your day. This podcast, presented by Solid Gold Podcasts, moves beyond surface-level topics to explore the layered experience of contemporary life. Conversations here naturally weave through the personal and the practical, touching on wellness, career ambitions, creative expression, and mindful living, all while acknowledging the spiritual and cultural dimensions that shape a holistic worldview. It’s for anyone seeking grounded discussions where faith, identity, and modern aspirations intersect. Each episode is designed to feel like an honest chat among friends, offering both reflection and relatable advice. You’ll find the dialogue in this podcast is as rich and varied as life itself, covering everything from food and fashion to business and fitness, all through a lens of genuine well-being. Tune in for a blend of sincerity and substance that nourishes the mind and spirit.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 15

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Podcast Episodes
14 Piping Hot Chai and Chat with Qaanitah Hunter [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 59:19
Qaanitah Hunter talks about her new book, Why am I Like This. In this episode, Qaanitah Hunter opens up about what inspired her to write Why Am I Like This. As an award-winning journalist who achieved remarkable success…
13 Chai and Chat with Tasneem Valley [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 55:39
Faith, Fashion, & Fighting Cancer - Tasneem Valley Gets Real. A Full-Circle Conversation with Tasneem Valley – From Modest Influencer to Skin Guru and Cancer Warrior. In this deeply personal and inspiring episode of The…
12 Chai Time with Nadia Adam [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:14:32
Grief, widowhood, and faith. The passing of Ziyad Adam sent shockwaves through the Muslim community. Listen to his wife Nadia Adam talk about his death, dealing with grief, coping with a new normal, and the lessons throu…
11 Chai and Chat with Ayesha Jakoet [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 46:01
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 suc…
10 Chai and Chat 2024 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:09
Reflecting on 2024 with all the love and lessons learnt.
09 The Tawkeel App [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:27
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 pe…
08 Chai and Samoosa Runs [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:07:44
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…
07 My very personal experience of the Hajj [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:19:41
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 du…
06 Medical Tourism in Turkey | Zuber Sarang & Sauda Baksa [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 54:00
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,…
05 Ramadaan and Neurodivergent Muslims | Tasneem Abrahams [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:10
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…