Observing Ramadan in a time of War.

25/03/2024 23 min Episodio 42
Observing Ramadan in a time of War.

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Episode Synopsis


Ramadan is a month for celebration, reflection and coming close to god. But this year, the shadow of war looms large. This week on Real Talk from Denver 7 and CPR News, the inescapable impact of the war in Gaza and why this year’s observance takes on more significance. Plus a newcomer to Colorado tries to find her place in Denver’s Muslim community.

This week’s guests include Democratic State Rep. Iman Jodeh; Muhammad Kolila, an imam at the Downtown Denver Islamic Center; and Denver 7 producer Shanzeh Umerani.

Real Talk airs on CPR News and KRCC on Fridays at 3:30 p.m. and Mondays at 6:30 p.m. The TV show airs on Denver7 on Saturdays at 5:30 a.m. and Sundays at 5:30 p.m. It also airs on Local3 on Saturdays at 9:30 a.m. and Sundays at 6:30 p.m.