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Jazlyn Porter
A Random Email Changed Everything… | How We Built The Oasis From Nothing
EP. 70 / 51:40
Ever wondered what happens behind the scenes when a guest doesn't show up? Join Haqq Islam and Jazlyn Porter for a deep dive into the origin story of The Oasis and their mission to redefine Muslim representation in media. This special impromptu episode turns a rainy day pivot into a powerful conversation about the grit, vision, and partnership required to build a media conglomerate from the ground up.
Oct 1, 2026
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EPISODE NO. 70 / 51:40
Ep 70: A Random Email Changed Everything… | How We Built The Oasis From Nothing
Special guest: Jazlyn Porter
Ever wondered what happens behind the scenes when a guest doesn't show up? Join Haqq Islam and Jazlyn Porter for a deep dive into the origin story of The Oasis and their mission to redefine Muslim representation in media. This special impromptu episode turns a rainy day pivot into a powerful conversation about the grit, vision, and partnership required to build a media conglomerate from the ground up.
In this episode, Haqq and Jazlyn discuss how they met, why they decided to just go for it on their own the initial idea for the podcast, which was born out of a desire to move past harmful stereotypes and showcase the true diversity of the Muslim experience. From doctors and lawyers to comedians and actors, the goal has always been to highlight dope individuals who are true to their faith while excelling in their fields.
The duo also gets real about the business side of creativity. They share the challenges of finding funding, the experience of being ghosted by major platforms, and the importance of staying the course even when doors close. You will hear about their exciting new partnership with Salams, upcoming poetry event in Los Angeles, and their future plans for films and documentaries aimed at global audiences.
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