Voice of Islam

Topic I: 5th October World Teachers’ Day: Honouring Educators Worldwide

Guests:

Guest 1- Professor Yusuf Sayed

Guest 2- Dr. Madeleine Findon

Topic II: Freedom of Speech: A right with responsibilities

Guests:

Guest 1- Professor Meghan Campbell

Guest 2- Dr. Aaron Rhodes

Guest 3- Mr. Khalil Yusuf

Producer(s): Neha Latif and Areeba Noor

Lead Producer: Nergis Nasir

Researchers: Haala Naseer, Dania Daud, Qudsia Ward

Presenters: Waleed Ahmad & Hafiz Shahzaib Nayyar

Join Faheem Nasir, imam Zafir and imam Usman Ali for Thursday’s show where we will be discussing : 'Hospital League Tables' and 'Inheritance and wills'.

Hospital League Tables     

NHS hospital league tables aim to raise standards by ranking trusts on performance measures like waiting times and patient satisfaction, but they can make care look too simple and pile even more pressure on overworked staff.

Inheritance and wills      

The recent controversy surrounding Rupert Murdoch’s media empire and the question of who would inherit it is a clear example of what can happen when succession is not explicitly outlined. We take a closer look at what constitutes an amicable approach to dividing inheritance.

Guest :

Dr Danial Ghafoor

Dr Natasha Bhatti

Councillor Anna Railton

Arjan Lejour

Producers : Rabeeta Khan, Maheda Nadeesir and Kafia Ahmad

Introduction & NEWS

Topic I: How Technology Is Re-shaping the Parameters of Everyday Lives for the Sight Impaired

Presenters:

Imam Jalees Khan

Abdul Qayyum Rashid

Zakaria Bhatti

Guests:

* Mrs Qudsia Khalil

* Mrs MUNAZA SAHIBA

* Mr STEVEN SCOTT & Mr SHAUN PREECE

* Mr PAUL JAMES MARTIN

* Mr ROBERT JOHNSON

Researcher: Iman Mahmood

Producer(s): Salman Khokhar & Hibba tul Baseer

Lead Producer: Tayyaba Tahir

Date : 1/10/2025

Join Sammar Ahmad and Aneeq Ur Rahman for Wednesday’s show where we will be discussing : « Far Right on the Rise in the UK » and « Does society need religion? »

Far Right on the Rise in the UK

The UK has seen an increase in Far Right ideas being brought into the mainstream over the past few years, including increasing support for political parties like Reform UK, and seeing the St George's Cross flag being plastered all over the country in the spirit of "nationalism".

Join us during this hour as we discuss the increase in such ideologies, where they come from, and the impact they are having on people up and down the country.

Does society need religion?

Does civilization truly need religion to flourish?What role has faith played in shaping cultures, values, and morality? From an Islamic perspective, faith is not only a matter of belief but the foundation of a just and thriving societ —where worship, morality, and community come together to promote peace and progress.

Guests:

Amaar Zafar (Filmmaking graduate, director of "Where are you really from?", a film exploring the ideas of race, ethnicity, and nationality, in both first and second or third generation immigrants)

Khursheed Sahib (graduated Jamia UK in 2013 and has been serving the North West of England ever since as Missionary based in Manchester.)

Farhan Naseer (life devotee, Serving as Librarian in Jamia Ahmadiyya Canada).

Producers : Farhana Khan, Kafi Zafar and Anila Syed Usman

News: Latest News/Headlines | Traffic | Weather| Sports

Topic I: Labour Party Annual Conference 2025

Topic II: Energy drinks to be banned for under-16s in England

Presenters:

Noor Uddin Jangeer

Imam Muhammad Athar

Guests:

* Dr. Martin Farr

* Muneeb Mirza

* Clare Thornton-Wood RD

* Ms Sonal Jenkins

Researchers:

Ghazala Bajwa, Eshaal Rana, Maleeha Qamar, Jaazeba Zafrullah, Nabeeha Malik

Producer(s): Muneeb Mirza, Maria Sheikh, Khaula Hashmi

Lead Producer: Hania Yaqub

In today's Drivetime Show, we discussed ‘Vaping’ and ‘Youth Isolation.’

Vaping

E-cigarettes and vapes have become hugely popular, especially among 15–23-year-olds, with many using them exclusively. While marketed as safer than smoking, studies show rising risks for heart, lung, oral, and metabolic health. Are they really harmless? Tune in LIVE to find out.

Youth Isolation

There is an alarming trend towards isolation of the youth. More children and teenagers are spending their time behind computer or mobile screens. Thereby, they are withdrawing from social and personal interactions. This shift not only leads to another way of communication but also contributes to serious mental health issues such as loneliness, depression, or anxiety. In this episode, we will explore the causes of youth isolation. We will examine the severe impact on youth mental health and social relationships.

Guests: 

Dr Mahedah Rehman (PhD in Biomedical Sciences, specialising in bioinformatics)

Elaine Londesborough-van Rooyen (Public Health Registrar at Action on Smoking and Health)

Dr Lily Verity (Research Associate)

Rebekah Hipkiss (Child line Practitioner from the NSPCC)

Jacob Wood (Senior Communications Coordinator at the Restless Development agency)

 

Producers:

Nadia Shamas, Prevish Huma and Maryam Syed.

News: Latest News/Headlines | Traffic | Weather| Sports

Topic I: Exploring the Balance Between Fate and Free Will

Topic II: Opening Doors to Human Dignity and Global Hope

Presenters:

Jalees Ahmad

Firhaad Ahmad

Guests:

Imam Kashif Virk

Imam Zafir Mahmood

Dr. Mohammed Iqbal

Imam Imran Akram

Lead Producer: Dania Nasir

Join Imran Akram, Talib Man & Rana Ata Ur Rehman for Monday’s show from 4-6pm where we will be discussing: ‘Fake News and Disinformation’ and ‘Healing Broken Hearts’

Fake News and Disinformation

Discover how Islamic principles help us navigate today’s flood of misinformation. From viral WhatsApp messages to AI-generated deepfakes, learn about the dangers of fake news, its impact on communities, and practical steps to verify information before sharing.

Healing Broken Hearts

Severe stress can trigger broken heart syndrome, affecting the heart muscle. New research shows exercise and therapy can aid physical recovery, but the heart also carries unseen emotional weight. Explore how science links stress and healing, and how Islam guides resilience, patience, and peace in heartbreak.

Guests:

Kevin Curran (Professor of Cyber Security at Ulster University)

Tshepo Tshabalala (Journalist, Researcher)

David Gamble (Researcher)

Richard Krytowycz

Producers:

Bushra Tun Nisa Amir and Nadia Anwaar

Raising a Generation: Shared Duty for Child Welfare

Lead Presenter: Danayal Zia

Co-Presenters: Zeriab Rahman and Nabeel Ahmad

Guest 1: Dr Monica Cain

Guest 2: Dr Deborah Smith

Guest 3: Miss Alina Tambuwala

Guest 4: Imam Anas Mahmood

Dr David Crepaz‑Keay

Trainee / Assistant Trainee Producer(s): Halima Ahmad

Lead Producer: Faiza Cheema

Researchers: Saira Ahmed, Saiqah Tariq, Natasha Lone, Shamayala Sabahat Malik, Meher un nissa

Producer: Fayza Chikkodi

In this episode of Pathway to Peace, the presenters explore the timeless virtue of steadfastness -what it means, how it is understood across cultures, and why it remains vital in our lives today. Through reflections on the Holy Prophet Muhammad’s (peace & blessings be upon him) example and the sacrifices of early Muslims, we learn how steadfastness transforms hardship into worship and endurance into spiritual strength. How does this quality apply in mental health, relationships, and personal growth, anchoring us in a world of constant change, fleeting trends, and shifting ideologies.

Presenters: Sabiha Iqbal, Reem Shraiky & Aliya Sami