Shaking Up Muslim Views on Sex and Pleasure

Published: January 24, 2025
with Habeeb Akande

In this episode, we’re joined by Habeeb Akande, a sex educator and Muslim erotologist, to challenge outdated views on intimacy in Islam. He’s here to remind us of the true Islamic teachings on relationships. Think consent, mutual respect, and yes, female pleasure. We’ll talk about how cultural norms and misinformation have twisted our understanding of intimacy and how we can start fixing that.

We also dive into how to read religious teachings the right way, without getting stuck in outdated, stuffy views. Trust us, it’s not as complicated as it sounds! Plus, we tackle real-life topics like STIs and porn addiction. Tune in for some practical advice and a fresh take on how Islam can lead to healthy, loving relationships!

Episode chapters

[0:01] Halal Intimacy and Muslim Erotology
[5:30] Sex and Intimacy in Islam
[16:28] Understanding Sunnah on Intimacy in Islam
[21:14] Navigating Misogyny and Hadith in Islam
[32:13] Navigating Misinterpretations of Hadith
[39:01] Communication Prior to Marriage in Islam
[46:13] Navigating Interpersonal Communication in Islam
[54:13] Navigating Cultural and Scholarly Opinions
[1:02:15] Understanding Women as a Test
[1:09:57] Addressing Misconceptions in Muslim Communities
[1:18:08] Cultural Frameworks and Islamic History
[1:21:10] Challenges Faced by Muslim Scholars
[1:25:30] Disclosing STIs and Porn Addiction
[1:35:34] Sunnah of the Prophet on Intimacy
[1:41:11] Islamic Intimacy Literature and Education
[1:52:06] Islam, Feminism, and Misogyny