New SBS podcast shares stories of contemporary Australia

SBS is launching a new conversational podcast to celebrate Ramadan, featuring well-known Muslim-Australians and compelling stories of fasting, food and family.

A deep exploration of both the joyous and the complex, My Ramadan discusses fasting in the workplace, Iftar traditions (the fast-breaking evening meal), mixed-culture families, spirituality, reconciling the hipsterfication of Ramadan and Islamophobia, and how the month connects with belonging and identity for Gen Z.

Hosted and executive produced by Walkley Award winning journalist and SBS presenter Sarah Malik, this five-episode series is a deep dive into life during Ramadan that’s more than just the ‘A to Z of fasting’.

“It is my joy and delight to share a project close to my heart, a podcast made by and for Muslims and the wider Australian community,” says Malik.

SBS Podcast and Digital Audio Manager Caroline Gates says it’s an important commission for SBS Audio.

“We hope this series provides a unique insight into how the global tradition of Ramadan and Eid is experienced in modern, multicultural Australia.”

Sharing their own stories of connection to community are prominent Muslim-Australian women, including academic Dr Susan Carland and former MasterChef contender Amina El Shafei.

The first episode of My Ramadan is available now on the SBS Audio app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and other podcast platforms.