Liz Yaps

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  Is Divorce in Islam the Divine Right We Think it is? 18.10.2026 50min

  *Requested episode* Note: This video features a lot of lag I didn't notice until editing. Please disregard! Support my efforts by buying me a coffee, please! buymeacoffee.com/lizyappingIn this episode, I’m tackling one of the biggest talking points thrown around in dawah spaces: the claim that "Islam gave women the right to divorce 1,400 years ago." But is conditional permission really a "right" when a man can end a marriage with three words, while a woman has to buy her freedom or prove extreme suffering to a male judge?I’m breaking down the actual legal mechanics and societal stigmas surrounding divorce—from unilateral talaq and the financial ransom of khul' to court-ordered faskh and post-divorce custody traps. We’re cutting through the apologetic spin to look at the massive power imbalance built into these contracts, why you shouldn't need a catastrophic reason to leave a relationship, and why true autonomy is an inherent human right—not a privilege granted by an institution.TakeawaysDivorce is stigmatized in Muslim communitiesMen hold more power in divorce proceedings Divorce processes differ significantly between the gendersWomen's rights in divorce are limitedChapters00:00 Introduction to Feminism in Islam02:43 Divorce in Islamic Context06:26 Stigmatization of Divorce11:51 Secular vs. Religious Divorce13:35 Men's Control Over Divorce22:21 Patriarchal Collusion in Counseling29:18 Hadith and Women's Rights35:31 The Replaceability of Women in Marriage39:15 Divorce in Islam: A Closer Look46:47 The Process of Divorce: Men vs. Women01:03:24 Understanding Khula and Tafwid al Talaq
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  Smear Campaigns, Inayah Beldeen, Fatima Begum, Veterans, and a Brief Journey Through Islam 18.10.2026 1h 34min

  Wow this was a huge yap session! Today I discuss smear campaigns, the lies spread by Inayah Beldeen's slander, Fatima Begum/Besobeti. We also talk about my brief journey through islam, reclaiming my blackness, and take a peek into the Quran to remind everyone of how to properly find and disseminate information about others. This one is a wild one so buckle up!Some Key Highlights00:00 Introduction to Cultural Exposures02:19 The Smear Campaign Incident04:31 Understanding Hadith Rejection08:15 The Role of Women in Religious Discourse12:01 Emotional Responses and Racial Dynamics18:08 Discourse vs. Echo Chambers24:00 The Impact of Social Media on Influence25:31 Debating the Hijab's Significance27:12 Community Projection and Emotional Responses28:53 Navigating Identity and Acceptance30:42 Performative Islam vs. Genuine Belief32:32 Critique of Hadith and Scholarly Discourse35:26 Personal Journey and Spiritual Disillusionment39:49 The Role of Discourse in Islam40:11 The Impact of Social Media on Perception42:45 Addressing Personal Attacks and Integrity46:40 Cultural Expectations and Ageism49:57 Body Image and Self-Acceptance53:23 Functional Fitness and Health Goals55:21 Unmasking Online Personas59:05 The Dangers of Doxxing and Stalking01:02:01 The Impact of Honor-Based Violence01:05:41 The Role of Healthcare Professionals in Community Safety01:12:58 Community Responsibility and Women's Safety01:15:10 The Illusion of Feminism in Religious Contexts01:22:02 Empowering Women Against Misogyny01:31:14 Slut Shaming and Its Consequences01:32:14 The Role of Theatrics in Islam01:34:18 The Quran's Warnings Against Misleading Others01:36:30 Gratitude and Its Importance01:39:30 The Dangers of Comparison and Envy01:42:40 Reclaiming Identity and Culture01:48:43 The Journey of Leaving Islam01:51:44 The Impact of Reputation and Slander01:56:25 Taking Action Against Online Harassment
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  Men's Entitlement Over Women: The Islamic Perspective 05.10.2026 47min

  The conversation delves into the complex relationship between religion, particularly Islam, and the entitlement men feel towards women's bodies. It explores how religious texts and teachings contribute to the subjugation of women, the concept of marital rights, and the implications of these beliefs on women's autonomy and rights. The conversation delves into the themes of ownership, sexual relations, and the treatment of women in Islamic texts, highlighting the dichotomy between Muslim and non-Muslim women. It emphasizes the need for deconstructing patriarchal structures within religious contexts to empower women and challenge misogyny.Chapters00:00 The Entitlement of Men's Bodies in Religion02:57 Islam's Role in Women's Subjugation05:54 Divine Authority and Marital Rights08:46 The Concept of Mehr and Ownership11:59 Marital Rape and Religious Justifications15:12 The Intersection of Religion and Women's Rights18:02 Modern-Day Slavery and Women's Ownership21:21 The Ethics of Slavery in Islam31:46 Exploring Ownership and Sexual Relations34:41 The Role of Women in Islam39:02 Dichotomy of Muslim and Non-Muslim Women46:14 Concubinage and Financial Independence51:29 The Treatment of Women in Islamic Texts01:01:00 Deconstructing Patriarchy and ReligionSupport me by buying me a coffee! buymeacoffee.com/Lizyapping
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  "Kinda Chic to Never Let a Man See Your Body." Can Islamic Modesty be Chic? 05.10.2026 1h 2min

  "It's kind of chic to never let a man see your body." "Woke up one day and decided to never let a man see my hair again." In this episode of LIZ YAPS, we're discussing the trend where muslim creators rebrand hyper-modesty as a flex. Hosted from an ex-revert perspective, we unpack why slapping an aesthetic onto religious compliance is lowkey a cope sis—and why hiding your body under threat of social and divine pressure can never be "chic." Or can it?