Voice of Islam

👥 Presenters 3

• Sadiq Butt

• Musawar Ahmad Ahmadi

• zan khan

Join our hosts for Fridays show from 4-6pm where we will discuss "Autonomous Weapons" and "Non violent means of conflict resolution"

Autonomous Weapons: When Machines Decide Who Lives or Dies

Who decides who lives and dies when machines can select their own targets? Join us as we explore the growing use of autonomous weapons in war and conflict and whether machines should ever have the power to make life-or-death decisions.

Non-Violence: Can We Resolve Conflict Without Force?

What does non-violence really mean, and can peaceful resistance work in a world marked by conflict and oppression? Join us as we explore the difference between non-violence and pacifism, when self-defence may be justified, and what Islam teaches about peace, conflict and defense.

producers: Iesha Khalid and Shamamah Dogar

Topic I: Life at our Fingertips

Topic II: Gambling Addiction: The Crisis Hidden in Plain Sight

Presenters: Imam Jalees Khan & Imam Shahzaib Nayyar

Guests:

* Ms Melat Mekonnen

* Dr. Gulnar Ali

* Prof Daniel Wheatley

* Emily Arden-Close

* James Grimes

Producer(s): Neha Latif & Maryam Muritadha

Lead Producer: Nergis Nasir

Researchers: Basma Latif & Raazia Khurram

Join our hosts for Thursday’s show from 4-6pm where we will be discussing: 'Vegetarian: Is Meat Really the Problem?' and 'Coffee: A Cup of History'.

Vegetarian: Is Meat Really the Problem?

Healthy eating is about more than simply choosing meat or avoiding it. While excessive consumption meat can have health risks, a vegetarian diet is not automatically healthy, especially when whole foods are replaced with ultra-processed alternatives. Join us as we explore whether meat is really the problem, or whether the bigger issue is the quality, balance and moderation of what we eat.

Coffee: A Cup of History

More than a morning beverage, coffee has a rich history spanning centuries, cultures, and continents. Join us as we explore coffee's fascinating journey from its origins and early use in the Middle East to its spread around the world, and discover how this humble cup became an important part of social, cultural, and everyday life.

Guests:

Azmina Govindji

Caroline Rymer - Associate Professor of Animal Science at the University of Reading.

Jeff Fleming - founder of Apex Coffee Imports.

Pardeep Sooch - founder and owner of Fenyk Coffee & Social in Calgary.

Areeb Ahmad - A Year 9 student, has a passion for coffee that goes far beyond simply enjoying a good cup.

Producers:

Laiba Mubashar Rashid and Rubina Sheraz

Topic I: Education, Work and the Freedom to Choose

Topic II: Food, Friendship and Sharing

Presenters: Zakaria Bhatti, Imam Noor Hadi & Abdul Qayyum Rashid

Guests:

* Imam Zafir mahmood Malik

* Professor Shireen Kanji

* Rebecca O'Connell

* Dianna Smith

Producer: Salman Khokhar

Trainee / Assistant Trainee Producer(s): Basma Qamar & Iman Mahmood

Lead Producer: Rubab Zafar

Researchers: Salman khokar

Join our hosts for Wednesday’s show from 4-6pm where we will be discussing: ‘Friendship’ and ‘Life: What is our purpose?’

Friendship

Friendship is changing, but are we becoming more connected or more

alone? Join us as we explore how young and older generations build

friendships, and how mosques, groups and community projects can

help us stay connected.

Life: What is our purpose? Why can we achieve so much yet still feel that something is missing? Join us as we explore the emptiness many of us experience and what Islam

teaches about the true purpose of

life.

Guests

Tara Fisher - CEO of the Marmalade Trust

David Gradon - CEO of The Great Friendship Project

Rebecca Ridley - Manager of the Silver Line Helpline at Age UK

Mustafa Siddiqi - Imam in the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, serving in the International Translation and Research Desk

Producers

Afia Nasir, Misbah Tariq and Hania Mubari

Latest News/Headlines | Traffic | Weather | Sports

Topic Global Leadership

Presenter(s):

Shamail Ahmad

Guest(s):

* Emma Richardson

* Georgina Stebbings

* Beth Heller

* Emily Toettcher

* Vicki Edwards

* Anam Elahi

* Roxanne Keynejad

Producer(s): Maria Sheikh, Nafisa Amini

Lead Producer: Hania Yaqub

Researchers: Jazeeba Zafrullah, Nabeeha Malik, Ghazala Bajwa & Eshaal Rana

Drive Time Show Podcast 29-09-2026: Heart Health & Gaming Minds: What Are Children Being Exposed To? by Voice of Islam

Latest News/Headlines | Traffic | Weather | Sports

Topic Global Leadership

Presenter(s):

Daiyal Ahmad

Imam Shahzaib Nayyar

Guest(s):

* Mohammed Amin MBE

* Dr Majbritt Lyck-Bowen

* Janani Vivekananda

* Prof Pippa Catterall

* Muhammad Aniff Muslun

* Abdullah Wagishauser

* Dr Colin Alexander

Producer(s): Tahira Amini

Lead Producer: Dania Nasir

Join our hosts for Monday’s show from 4-6pm where we will be discussing: ‘Hijab: a political gambit?’ and ‘Medina: A model for modern society’.

Hijab: a political gambit?

From proposed restrictions in France to Austria’s ban on headscarves for girls under 14, why are restrictions on Muslim women’s dress so central to politics worldwide? Join us as we explore what these laws mean for religious freedom, women’s rights and the growing debate over the place of Islam in Europe.

Medina: A model for modern society

The Charter of Medina championed justice, equality, religious freedom, and peaceful coexistence in a diverse, multi-faith society. What can modern society learn from this timeless model? Join us as we explore a proven blueprint for building peace, unity, and harmony amid diversity.

Presenter:

Imam Ammar Ahmed

Atta ur Rehman

Imam Imran Akram

Guests:

Qudsia Ward

Maleeha Tariq

Mahira Ramzeen

Faiza Ahmed

Producers:

Bareera Iftkhar and Tahdia Hasan