Season 16
An Unholy Alliance: The Rise and Propaganda of ISIS
Dr. Michael Youssef explores the rise of ISIS in 2014 and their declaration as a global caliphate. Learn how they used the magazine Dabiq as a recruitment tool, leveraging Islamic prophecy and gruesome propaganda to attract followers. Discover the impact of their conquest of the town of Dabiq and th...
An Unholy Alliance: The Rise and Propaganda of ISIS
Dr. Michael Youssef explores the rise of ISIS in 2014, their declaration as a global caliphate, and the role of their magazine, Dabiq, in recruiting fighters. Discover how ISIS used prophecy and propaganda to attract followers and justify their actions, including the capture of the town of Dabiq. Re...
An Unholy Alliance: The Rising Influence of Political Islam
Dr. Michael Youssef examines the growing influence of political Islam in Western nations, particularly the UK. Explore the warnings from voices like David Ben-Basat, Christopher Caldwell, and Hugh Fitzgerald about the potential cultural and political impacts. Delve into concerns over identity, immig...
An Unholy Alliance: The Recruitment of Islamists
: Dr. Michael Youssef examines the story of Anjem Choudary, a key figure in radical Islamism, highlighting the challenges of addressing extremism in a free society. Discover how Choudary was recruited and became an influential ideologue, using Western freedoms to inspire others toward a global calip...
An Unholy Alliance: The Cost of Ignoring Extremism
Dr. Michael Youssef highlights the 2009 Luton incident as a warning of how taxpayer funds may inadvertently support jihadist activities. Explore the complexities of legal proceedings, cultural tensions, and the broader implications of Islamist extremism on Western values and freedoms.
An Unholy Alliance: Modern Heresies Threatening Christianity
Dr. Michael Youssef examines contemporary heresies challenging Western Christianity, including Universalism, Progressive Christianity, and Post-Evangelicalism. Explore movements like the Emerging Church and the Insider Movement, and understand the implications of Hyper-Grace and Chrislam. Reflect on...
An Unholy Alliance: Heresies and Their Influence on Muhammad
Dr. Michael Youssef explores the historical heresies that influenced early Islam and the importance of defending the Christian faith. Discover how sects like Arianism, Nestorianism, and Sabellianism weakened the Christian Church, allowing false doctrines to emerge. Reflect on the call for Christians...
An Unholy Alliance: King Charles III's Perspective on Islam
Dr. Michael Youssef critiques King Charles III's portrayal of Islam as more enlightened than Western civilization. Explore his defense of Sharia law and views on extremism, alongside the controversy surrounding his comparison of Islamic ideals to Western culture. Delve into the implications of these...
An Unholy Alliance: King Charles III and Compromised Judgment
Dr. Michael Youssef examines King Charles III's admiration for Islam and its potential impact on his judgment. Explore the controversial donations from Qatari officials, the influence of Sheikh Hamad bin Jassim, and the implications of these relationships. Discover how these connections challenge pe...
An Unholy Alliance: King Charles III and the Faith Debate
Dr. Michael Youssef explores the intriguing journey of King Charles III, from his title as "Defender of the Faith" to his preference for defending all religious faiths. Discover the controversy and admiration surrounding his views on Islam and Christianity.