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Seasons of Fury by Rozina Ali deeply moved me. As a Muslim immigrant who lived through 9/11, I remember the fear, even though I was fortunate to experience kindness. Through four families, Ali reveals a troubling history of Islamophobia in America. My full review: bidrohi.blog/seasons-of-f...

Recent reading: Architects of Intelligence by Martin Ford. Fascinating conversations with the people who helped build modern AI. It left me more convinced that AGI is getting closer & that AI’s future should be augmenting human intelligence, not replacing it. My review: bidrohi.blog/book-review-...

Just finished Israel: What Went Wrong? by Omer Bartov. An eye-opening look at Zionism, Israel’s unfinished constitutional framework, unresolved borders, and the choices that shaped the country it is today. It left me with better questions, not simple answers. My review: bidrohi.blog/book-review-...

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Just finished How to Read the Constitution—and Why by Kim Wehle. As a first-generation immigrant, I wanted to better understand the document that protects our freedoms. More than a legal text, it's a civic responsibility to read and understand it. For details: bidrohi.blog/book-review-...

Just finished Where We Live Is Our Country by Molly Crabapple. A fascinating look at the Jewish Bund, a movement that argued Jews could achieve dignity and justice where they lived rather than through nationalism. A forgotten but important history. For full review: bidrohi.blog/book-review-...

Just finished Why We Sleep. Eye-opening reminder that sleep isn’t optional—it drives memory, thinking, and health. As we build AI to optimize everything, maybe the goal is simpler: use technology so humans can rest better, not work more. Read details: bidrohi.blog/book-review-...

Just finished Chip War by Chris Miller. A fascinating look at how semiconductors shaped global power—from transistors to geopolitical rivalry. Behind every AI system and device lies a fragile, strategic supply chain. For details: bidrohi.blog/book-review-...

Just finished Being You by Anil Seth. A fascinating exploration of consciousness as a “controlled hallucination” shaped by brain, body, and perception. Insightful science—but the mystery of human awareness still feels deeper. Full review: bidrohi.blog/being-you-th...

Just finished Zero to One. A sharp window into Silicon Valley’s mindset—contrarian thinking, long-term vision, and an uneasy comfort with monopoly. Insightful, but raises hard questions about power, ethics, and who gets to shape the future. Full review: bidrohi.blog/book-review-...

Just finished The Alignment Problem by Brian Christian. A clear, thoughtful look at how AI systems often optimize what we measure—not what we value—and why aligning machines with human goals and ethics is the real challenge. Full review: bidrohi.blog/book-review-...

Just finished The Anxious Generation by Professor Jonathan Haidt. A sobering look at how phone-based childhood reshaped mental health—especially for girls. I wish I’d read it earlier. Every parent of young kids should. For full review: bidrohi.blog/book-review-...

Kurzweil’s How to Create a Mind is brilliant, but it over-simplifies the miracle of thought. AI might copy patterns, not the soul. Consciousness isn’t code — it’s a gift, not a system. Read my full review: bidrohi.blog/book-review-...

Yudkowsky’s If Anyone Builds It, Everyone Dies isn’t fearmongering—it’s foresight. AI could end us or elevate us, depending on whether we remember who’s supposed to stay in control. Read more: bidrohi.blog/book-review-...

Just finished Lies My Teacher Told Me. We’re taught to celebrate discovery and liberty but rarely told about the cruelty behind them. Loewen reminds us: facing the truth isn’t unpatriotic — it’s the first step toward an honest nation. Read more: bidrohi.blog/book-review-...

Here's my full interview with Jon Stewart on @thedailyshow.com.

Just finished Mother Mary Comes to Me by Arundhati Roy. Not a book of comfort, but of clarity. She gives voice to those power erases and reminds us silence is complicity. My full review is up on Bidrohi.blog — this one will stay with me.

Just finished Invisible Women — an eye-opening look at how the world is still designed for men. Parents raising daughters should read it, and raise them to see the challenges ahead and the strength they’ll need to face them. For full review: bidrohi.blog/book-review-...

Wrapped The Worlds I See. Came for AI, stayed for a story about curiosity, grit, and human-centered tech. ImageNet wasn’t a miracle—it was persistence. A generous, hype-aware intro to AI’s promise and limits. Read my full review: bidrohi.blog/book-review-...

Just finished A Promised Land. It’s not a highlight reel—it’s more a meditation on patience, trade-offs, and choosing the next right step. My takeaways: progress is incremental; always explain the “why”; document trade-offs; and above all, keep moving forward. My review: bidrohi.blog/book-review-...

ChatGPT is a dumb program—can’t even keep up across sessions! And you call this AI? There’s still a long way to go before it gets anywhere near AGI.

Just finished Indigenous Continent by Pekka Hämäläinen. Brutal, eye-opening truth: America was built on stolen land + Indigenous blood. Same playbook Israel uses in Palestine. History isn’t past — it’s repeating. Must-read. Full review: bidrohi.blog/book-review-...

Finished Genius Makers by Cade Metz. A fascinating dive into the people, rivalries, and ethics shaping AI. Hinton, LeCun, Hassabis—they helped build what could reshape our world. A must-read for anyone curious about the brains behind the code. My review: bidrohi.blog/book-review-... #BookReview

Missiles hit Tel Aviv. Israel strikes Iran. This could quickly spiral into a much bigger war with devastating consequences. Innocent lives will pay the price. De-escalation isn’t weakness—it’s humanity.

This one hits home. In 5 years, I want to look back and know I made intentional choices—with what I read, how I think, who I keep close, and what I stand for. Every book, habit, meal, voice, and action today is shaping that version of me. The future isn’t random—it’s built daily.

Faizan Zaki wins the Scripps National Spelling Bee!! 🏆 MashaAllah, what an inspiring achievement at just 13!

This photo shows some of the wealthiest men on Earth with a combined wealth close to a trillion. But it’s not their wealth—it’s their influence that matters. They shape markets, policies, and technology that touch billions. Power today is about control, not just cash. #PowerAndWealth

📚 “The mind that stops learning grows old…” — A truth I live by. I read not just to know, but to grow. Wisdom doesn’t come easy—it’s built through curiosity, reflection, and effort. I share my journey through books here: bidrohi.blog/books/ #BookReviews #Stoicism #LifelongLearning #BidrohiReads

Some people don’t actually hate you—they just hate that they can’t use you. When that fails, they gossip, lie, and try to turn others against you. Let them talk. It only proves you’re no longer under their control.

Lamine Yamal extends his stay at Barcelona until 2031—securing one of football’s brightest stars for the future. At just 17, he’s already broken records in La Liga and the Champions League. Barça knows they’ve got a generational talent on their hands.

At just 17, Lamine Yamal shattered Neymar’s single-season dribbling record with 244 successful dribbles! He led La Liga (161) and Champions League (109), outpacing stars like Mbappé and Vinícius. The future is here—and he’s wearing Barça colors.

Just finished Lovely One by Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson. A gift for my daughter—and for every first-gen child chasing big dreams. Justice Jackson’s story shows what’s possible. Full review at: bidrohi.blog/book-review-...

Toll fees in America feel like a scam—especially when they say “we’ll bill you.” What you actually get is a charge for “Unpaid Toll,” plus an “Invoice Fee,” and then an “Additional Fee.” Congress needs to step in and stop this practice. Here’s one example:

Some of the best wisdom comes not from speaking—but knowing when not to. This list is a reminder that silence, when used with intention, can be a sign of strength, not weakness. #Wisdom #EmotionalIntelligence #ThinkBeforeYouSpeak

Just finished Think Again by Adam Grant—on the recommendation of a senior friend and respected teacher from my community. A powerful reminder that being wrong isn’t failure—it’s freedom. Full review now live on: bidrohi.blog/book-review-... #BookReview #ThinkAgain #Rethinking

Finished The History and Achievements of the Islamic Golden Age by Eamonn Gearon. A reminder: Muslim scholars didn’t just preserve knowledge—they transformed it. We once led the world. Time to reclaim that spirit. Read full review: bidrohi.blog/book-review-...

Just finished AI 2041 by Kai-Fu Lee & Chen Qiufan. Brilliant concept—10 stories + analysis—but only the first and last really resonated. The rest felt more like tech demos than fiction. Kai-Fu’s insights save it. Read more: bidrohi.blog/book-review-...

What if your child had to beg for bread instead of birthday wishes? Millions of children aren’t dreaming of toys—they’re dreaming of food and safety. A just world doesn’t look away. — Bidrohi Read more: bidrohi.blog #JusticeForChildren #BidrohiPulse #CompassionMatters

Where is God when children suffer? I reflect on this painful question in my latest Bidrohi’s Pulse. Maybe the divine isn’t missing—maybe we are. 📖 Read more: bidrohi.blog#pulse

@corybooker.com This can also happen Mr. Senator - Cory Booker: A New Dawn of Leadership for President 2028. It’s time for bold vision, unity, and justice at the highest level. Let’s rise together. #Booker2028 #NewDawnLeadership #CoryForPresident #RiseWithCory #LeadershipForAll

Tired of hearing about budget deficits and debt fearmongering? My review of The Deficit Myth by Stephanie Kelton explores how we can rethink public spending, reclaim dignity, and ask: What kind of world are we trying to build? Read more on bidrohi.blog/book-review-...

Bidrohi’s Pulse: Children are dying of hunger while we chase the stars—shouldn't we care for our own first? Read the full reflection at bidrohi.blog

Ilan Pappé’s The Biggest Prison on Earth shattered what I thought I knew about Gaza and the West Bank. The occupation wasn’t temporary—it was designed to be permanent. My latest review explores how this book exposed a brutal reality. Read more: bidrohi.blog/book-review-...

Norman Finkelstein’s The Holocaust Industry challenges how Holocaust memory has been used—for justice or political and financial gain? I explore his bold claims, from Swiss bank settlements to Israel’s creation, in my latest review. Read more: bidrohi.blog/book-review-...

I explored a hypothetical scenario: What if a U.S. president refused to follow the Constitution? If the executive ignored Congress & the courts while controlling the military & key agencies, could democracy survive—or fall into authoritarian rule? Read more: bidrohi.blog/what-if-the-...