Fast Friends

About Fast Friends

Fasting is a deeply personal and spiritual practice that transcends religious boundaries. This series explores the motivations of non-Muslims who choose to fast during Ramadan, offering insights into their perspectives and experiences, and celebrating solidarity across different faiths. You'll hear conversations with former Socceroo Craig Foster, Father Patrick McEnerney, and social worker Suveen Sanis Walgampola.

Publisher

SBS

Category

religion & spirituality · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

5 Mar 2025

Latest episode

24 Mar 2025

Latest episodes

3 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   24 Mar 2025

   "I am Buddhist, and I fast during Ramadan, here is why"

   Suveen Sanis Walgampola, a Buddhist and passionate community advocate, reflects on his transformative fasting experience during Ramadan alongside his Muslim roommates. In this episode, he shares how fasting has influenced his personal growth and deepened his connection with others from diverse backgrounds.

2. 

   13 Mar 2025

   Why does this Christian priest fast during Ramadan?

   In this episode, Rev Dr Patrick McInerney shares his experiences and the reasoning behind his decision to fast during Ramadan and celebrate Eid al-Fitr with Muslims.

3. 

   5 Mar 2025

   Craig Foster fasts for unity: Embracing Ramadan to build understanding

   Fast Friends is a series exploring fasting during Ramadan from non-Muslim perspectives. In this episode, former soccer star and human rights advocate Craig Foster AM, talks about why he chooses to fast in solidarity, and how he thinks it can help foster cultural understanding.

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