This podcast episode addresses the critical issue of financial illiteracy and the journey of Omar Khalil in establishing the Riba Free Foundation to promote Islamic finance principles. Khalil discusses the core pillars of the foundation—education, advocacy, and product directory—while advocating for a shift in mindset towards collective action among Muslims to combat the influence of Riba. The episode also tackles the contextual nature of halal in modern finance, the importance of robust Islamic education, and the necessity of positive role models for the youth, aiming to foster a more ethical and unified community.
