Nizam-ul-Mulk, also known as Asaf Jah I, rose to prominence as a skilled administrator and military commander under the Mughal Empire before founding the Hyderabad State in 1724. Disillusioned by the weakening Mughal central authority, he established an independent dominion in the Deccan, leveraging his strategic acumen and strong support among local elites.
10-3: The Afghan
Ahmad Shah Durrani, also known as the “Father of Modern Afghanistan,” rose to power in 1747 after uniting various Afghan tribes following the collapse of the Persian Safavid Empire. As the founder of the Durrani Empire, he leveraged his military prowess and strategic alliances to expand his rule across Afghanistan, parts of modern-day Pakistan, and northern India.
10-2: The Persian
Nader Shah, provoked by Mughal Emperor Muhammad Shah’s failure to address Afghan incursions that disrupted Persian trade routes, an opportunity to exploit the weakened empire and expand his power.
10-1: The Playboy
In this episode, we discuss Emperor Muhammad Shah Rangeela. His reign (1719–1748) is often remembered for its indulgence in luxury and neglect of governance. Known as the “playboy emperor,” he prioritized personal pleasures, art, and music over the pressing political and military challenges of the Mughal Empire.
10-0: The Opening
Season 10, the final chapter in the Mughal saga, is here.
Bonus: History of Black American Muslims with the Muslim Mum
This is an interview I did recently with Sister Mariya from the Muslim Mum YouTube channel.
In this episode, we discuss my background, the history of black Muslims in the United States, and what to make of a new Trump presidency.
Read moreBonus: US Elections 2024
Discussing the upcoming elections with Majid Hussein, the Muslim Podcaster.
Read moreBonus: Sudan Conflict with Mazin Khalil
Sudanese-American Mazin Khalil explains the history and politics behind the current civil war in Sudan.
Read moreBonus: Black People Need Islam
Islam and Black America
Read moreBonus: The Special Relationship 4
Who is the Israel lobby?