• August 2nd, 2011
Murad Aldin and Manifest ONE discuss the world of "X-Men" and draw on the similarities to challenges faced by Muslims and other minorities in America. Parallels are drawn between the struggles and reactions of the "mutants" to that of the Muslim community showing that comic books, too, can carry powerful, relevant messages.
The duo also talk about the recent scandal in the UK revolving around Rupert Murdochs News Corp which owns News of the World in the UK and Fox News in the US. They discuss the spying techniques used to attain stories, the hearing at the House of Commons and some theories as to what this could all lead to.
Manifest and Murad close the show with the Top 5 WORST Comic Book Movies.
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• August 2nd, 2011
Murad Aldin is joined by former NPR reporter Mariam Sobh. She discusses the challenges and struggles of a hijabi trying to break into the world of mainstream journalism. She also discusses her womems lifestyle website, www.hijabtrendz.com
Murad and Mariam also discuss the ethics of being a journalist. What lines should never be crossed when trying to get a story, and what happens when those lines are crossed.
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• August 2nd, 2011
Murad Aldin and Manifest ONE talk about their newly released Music video project, "Uprising!" www.uprisingvideo.com
The track was written and recorded by Manifest and Karaz. Murad Aldin directed the music video, and what came out was an anthem to all those who struggle for freedom against an oppressor. The two discuss what went into the creation of the song as well as the video, from conceptualization to release and encourage others to do what they can to support the struggles for freedom in the Middle East and around the World.
Next, Murad and Manifest discuss how far is too far when it comes to attaining success in the entertainment industry, when it comes at the expense of ones Islamic principles.
Finally, Murad closes the show sharing some experiences from his recent trip to New York, with the "Top 5 things to do in New York City".
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• June 17th, 2011
Murad Aldin and Manifest ONE are joined by two special guests, filmmakers Julia Meltzer and Laura Nix. Laura and Julia and currently in production of a feature documentary film entitled, "The Light in Her Eyes" - http://thelightinhereyesmovie.com/ - Documentary film about an inspiring female Qur’an teacher giving women the tools to challenge cultural traditions in Damascus, Syria.
Julia and Laura also participate in a conversation about sexism in the media and how women and general and specifically Muslim women are depicted. They also bring up how to counter such negative portrayals.
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• June 17th, 2011
Murad Aldin is joined by special guest Iyad Hajjaj - http://www.imdb.com/name/nm3111705/ - who is a successful actor in Hollywood. Iyad discusses how he got into acting and what it's like to be an actor in the film industry. He also discusses the challenges of being a Muslim actor such as playing "terrorist" roles, nudity on screen, and being typecast. He also discusses his latest project, "Not in My Backyard".
Rather than reviewing another film, Murad Aldin changes it up a bit a reviews a hilarious play starring Robin Williams. - http://www.bengaltigeronbroadway.com/
Murad Aldin also discusses the lack of news coverage of the recent revolution in Syria.
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• June 17th, 2011
Murad Aldin and Manifest ONE talk about rock music and why it is so difficult for the Muslim community to embrace. They are joined by musician Raef Haggag - http://www.raefmusic.com/ - who plays rock music, among other genres, with a positive messages.
Next, the guys review the film, W. http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1175491/ - A chronicle on the life and presidency of George W. Bush.
Everyone hates commercials, but every once in a while, an ad campaign comes along that not only do we not mind, but we actually enjoy watching. Murad And Manifest discuss some classics, some current, and some of the all time greatest advertising campaign and what and them so effective.
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• June 17th, 2011
Murad Aldin is joined by Mustafa Eshanzada and Manifest ONE. The trio begin this episode with a very important discussion on supporting artists and their efforts. They give reasons why films, music, or others arts should be purchased rather than bootlegged, in order to support the positive efforts of the artists.
The guys review the 2008 political thriller, Traitor, starring Don Cheadle - http://www.imdb.com/find?s=all&q=Traitor
Blood, gore, suspense, Horror films are discussed next. Why they're made, their impact on society, their depiction of evil and why they should or should not be watched.
They close the show with a countdown of the TOP 5 Villains of all time.
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• June 17th, 2011
Murad Aldin is joined by hip hop artist Ashar Manifest One Shah to review and discuss Lupe Fiascos latest album "Lasers". - http://www.lupefiasco.com/album/5cc17a-lasers/
The hosts of On the Screen also talk to Ahmad Zahra and Rola Selbek about their soon to be released film, "Three Veils". - http://www.imdb.com/find?s=all&q=three+veils - They discuss the themes and stories of the three female Muslim characters in the film and they address the controversial issues that the film addresses such as arranged marriages, child abuse, and homosexuality.
Murad and Manifest close the show with some light hearted poking fun at how terrible reality TV shows can get with their top 5 WORST reality TV shows.
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• June 17th, 2011
Murad Aldin and Mustafa Eshanzada introduce themselves and the show in the debut episode of On the Screen. They discuss their own interests and aspirations in the media / entertainment industry and what to look forward to for future shows.
Murad Aldin also reviews the 2011 film "Miral" (A drama centered on an orphaned Palestinian girl growing up in the wake of Arab-Israeli war who finds herself drawn into the conflict.) - http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1366409/
Murad and Mustafa also discuss whether or not there is a bias in the news media. They discuss both American news media sources such as CNN and Fox News as well as foreign media sources such as Al-Jazeera. They give their thoughts on the recent cancelation of the Glen Beck show. They also debate whether Al-Jazeera provides a balanced perspective or have their own biases.
Murad and Mustafa wrap up the first episode with an entertaining countdown of the top 5 Muslim Characters in Mainstream films.
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• June 16th, 2011
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