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Drive Time Show Podcast 16-09-2026: Work-Life Balance & True Happiness 16.09.2026 1h 44min

Join our hosts for Wednesday’s from 4-6pm where we will be discussing ‘Work-Life Balance: How Gen Z are Redefining the Rules’ and ‘True Happiness: Where does Lasting Happiness come from?’ Work-Life Balance: How Gen Z are Redefining the Rules For generations, success meant long hours and climbing the career ladder. But Gen Z is redefining ambition, prioritising flexibility, wellbeing and meaningful work. Join us as we explore whether they’re changing what success really means. True Happiness: Where does Lasting Happiness come from? We often think chasing happiness will make us happier, but new research suggests constantly trying to maximise happiness may weaken self-control and persistence. Join us as we explore whether happiness is something we find rather than force — and what Islam teaches about contentment and finding peace through Allah. Guests Professor Mike Clinton - Professor of Work Psychology at King’s Business School Dr David Crepaz-Keay - Public Health Information Lead at the Mental Health Foundation UK Producers Maryam Syed and Zohra Mobashir

Breakfast Show Podcast 16-09-2026: Young People Out of Work and Education & GLP1 agonists: The Highs and the Lows 16.09.2026 1h 49min

Latest News/Headlines | Traffic | Weather | Sports Topic I: A Generation Left Behind: Tackling the Rise in Young People Out of Work and Education Topic II: GLP1 agonists; The Highs and the Lows Presenter(s): Imam Shamael Ahmad Imam Muhammad Athar Guest(s): * Professor Lisa Russell * Ms Ayesha Baloch * Alfie Slade * Dr Mohammed Zayed * Dr James King * Professor Guruprasad Aithal Producer(s): Znobia Bhatti, Namood E Sahar, Zanib Khan Lead Producer: Hania Yaqub Researchers: Eshaal Rana, Maleeha Qamar, Jazeeba Zafarullah, Nabeeha Malik, Shahida Tahir, Ghazala

Drive Time Show Podcast 15-09-2026: Slavery and Religious Education: Why does it matter? 15.09.2026 1h 49min

Join our hosts for Tuesday’s show from 4-6pm where we will be discussing: ‘Slavery: Does the past still shape our present?’ and ‘Religious Education: Why does it matter?’ Slavery: Does the past still shape our present? Can reparations truly repair the damage of slavery? Join us as we explore Ghana’s growing call for reparatory justice, the legacy of the transatlantic slave trade, who should take responsibility, and whether true reparation is about financial compensation, healing, or both. Religious Education: Why does it matter? Religious Studies GCSE entries are rising, with around 227,000 students now taking the subject across England and Wales, yet schools are facing a shortage of specialist teachers. Join us as we explore why religious education matters, why demand is growing, and whether enough is being done to support the subject and those teaching it. Guests: Michael Charles Banner - Dean of Trinity College, Cambridge, ethicist, and author of Britain's Slavery Debt: Reparations Now! Alex Renton - British journalist, broadcaster and author of Blood Legacy. He’s a co-founder of Heirs of Slavery, a group advocating for reparations for the transatlantic slave trade. Waqar Ahmad Ahmedi - Head of Religious Studies and Assistant Pastoral Lead (Upper School) at a school in Surrey. He also serves on the Editorial Board of The Review of Religions Ruth Marx - one of the co- chairs of AREIAC (Association of RE Inspectors, Advisers and Consultants) Paul Smalley - NASACRE (National Association of Standing Advisory Councils on Religious Education) Executive Officer Producers: Haniya Nasir, Maheda Nasir, Sitwat Mirza and Fezia Haq

Breakfast Show Podcast 15-09-2026: Kinda Chic: Be Yourself—or Follow the Trend? & Keep Young People Safe in the Age of Vaping 15.09.2026 1h 37min

Latest News/Headlines | Traffic | Weather | Sports Topic I: Kinda Chic: Be Yourself—or Follow the Trend? Topic II: Keep Young People Safe in the Age of Vaping Presenter(s): Imam Daniyal Ahmad Guest(s): * Professor Mike Thelwall * Dr Elvira Bolat * Louise Ross * Professor Rob Ralphs * Imam Atta-ur Rahman Khalid Producer(s): Ine Mu’minah Lead Producer: Dania Nasir Researchers: Liyaqat Rafiq, Arshiya Jabeen, Komal Nawaz, Samiya Khurram, Huges Najma

Drive Time Show Podcast 14-09-2026: Homelessness and Sepsis 14.09.2026 1h 52min

Join our hosts for Monday’s show from 4-6pm where we will be discussing: ‘Homelessness’ and ‘Sepsis’. Homelessness Andy Burnham has pledged to end rough sleeping, with a major push to get people off the streets by Christmas. But is providing accommodation enough, or does lasting change require tackling the causes of homelessness? Join us as we explore the challenge of rough sleeping, rehabilitation and how society can help people rebuild their lives. Sepsis Sepsis can happen to anyone, at any age, and recognising the warning signs quickly can make all the difference. As we mark World Sepsis Day we look at what sepsis really is, how easily it can develop, the signs we should never ignore, and what happens after survival. Guests: Deborah Garvie - Policy Manager at Shelter, the housing and homelessness charity. Jez Bushnell’s - Salvation Army Policy Analyst leading on Homelessness. Jenny Travassos - Director of Strategy, at The Passage, a charity supporting people experiencing homelessness. Dr. Tom Hellyer - Senior Clinical Fellow & Honorary Consultant in Intensive Care Medicine Dr. Ron Daniels - Intensive Care Consultant in the NHS in Birmingham, Founder and Chief Medical Officer of UK Sepsis Trust, and Vice President of the Global Sepsis Alliance. Caitlyn Sophie - Sepsis Survivor Stephen Moore - CEO of Sepsis Research Team Producers: Durr-e-sameen Mirza and Mahira Ramzeen

Breakfast Show Podcast 14-09-2026: From Doom scrolling to Community & Why Is It So Hard to Admit We’re Wrong? 14.09.2026 1h 52min

Latest News/Headlines | Traffic | Weather | Sports Topic I: From Doom scrolling to Community: Are Young People Rediscovering Real-Life Connection? Topic II: Why Is It So Hard to Admit We’re Wrong? Presenter(s): Danayal Zia Imam Nabeel Ahmed Guest(s): * Jade Davies * Greta Sanna * Dr Adila Mahmood Producer(s): Sofia Ateeq, Shanzy Mubarik Lead Producer: Faiza Cheema Researchers: Touqeer Ahmed Rana, Hassam Waleed, Madiha Cheema, Faryaal Munir, Khubaib Ahmad Khan & Jazibah Khorram

Pathway to Peace Podcast 13-09-2026: Gratitude: A secret to inner peace (part2) 13.09.2026 57min

Gratitude: a Secret to Inner Peace The show explores gratitude as a pathway to inner peace, using the anecdotes and teachings shared by Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad about the Promised Messiah (on whom be peace) to examine a common human problem: we become so accustomed to our blessings that we stop noticing their value, while constantly focusing on what we lack, what others have, and what we still want to achieve. Through these everyday stories of food, gifts, kindness, knowledge and divine blessings, we explore how changing our perception can change our relationship with life — helping us move from entitlement and dissatisfaction towards appreciation, contentment and a deeper sense of peace. Presenters: Arif Khan Sufyan Farooqi

Weekend World Show Podcast 13-09-2026: China's Approach to Global Governance 13.09.2026 1h 47min

Guest(s): Dr Mohammad Iqbal Dr Clare Richardson-Barlow Presenter(s): Abdul Qayyum Rashid Hanif Khan Imam Saad Shinwari

Saturday Morning Live Podcast 12-09-2026: Artificial Intelligence and Language a way of communication 12.09.2026 1h 46min

Saturday Morning Live Podcast 12-09-2026: Artificial Intelligence and Language a way of communication by Voice of Islam

Drive Time Show Podcast 11-09-2026: Heritage & Grandparents 11.09.2026 1h 50min

Join our hosts for Friday’s show from 4-6pm where we will be discussing: ‘Heritage: The History Around Us’ and ‘Grandparents: Love Without Expectations’ Heritage: The History Around Us England’s Heritage Open Days offer a unique chance to explore local history and the spaces that shape our communities. Join us as we speak to venues across the UK about their historical significance, whilst reflecting on a century of Ahmadiyya Muslim heritage by celebrating the 100-year centenary of the iconic Fazl Mosque in London. Grandparents: Love Without Expectations Grandparents are the ones who carry countless stories, valuable life lessons and precious memories that bring happiness and meaning into our lives. Their experiences can teach us important life lessons about family, kindness and respect, as well as the challenges they have overcome in their lives. Join us as we explore the importance for not only loving our grandparents but providing them a environment of love and kindness Guests: Producers: Iesha Khalid and Bareera Iftkhar

Breakfast Show Podcast 11-09-2026: The Words We Choose & Beyond Discovery 11.09.2026 1h 53min

Latest News/Headlines | Traffic | Weather | Sports Topic I: The Words We Choose: The Impact of What We Say Topic II: Beyond Discovery: What Are We Really Searching For? Presenter(s): Waleed Ahmad Imam Touqeer Tanvir Guest(s): * Dr. Amtul Salam * James Emmett * Professor Andrew Briggs * Ismat Qadir Producer(s): Khalida Khawaja & Maleeha Abdullah Lead Producer: Nargis Nasir Researchers: Basma Latif, Nawira Khan, Ayla Rehman, Marwah Usman

Drive Time Show Podcast 10-09-2026: Suicide Prevention & Disagreements 10.09.2026 1h 44min

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Breakfast Show Podcast 10-09-2026: What Do Colours Mean in Islam and The story of Turban 10.09.2026 1h 42min

Breakfast Show Podcast 10-09-2026: What Do Colours Mean in Islam and The story of Turban Latest News/Headlines | Traffic | Weather | Sports Topic I: What Do Colours Mean in Islam? Exploring Their Significance Topic II: Royal Courts to Religious Identity: The Story of the Turban Presenter(s): Zakariya Bhatti Imam Jalees Khan Abdul Qayyum Guest(s): * Professor Anya Hubert * Bevil Conway * Dr Eleanor Nesbitt * Dr Mohammed Iqbal Producer(s): Rubab Zafar, Arifa Azim khan Acting Lead Producer: Rubab Zafar Researchers: Maimuna Hydara, Tooba Daud, Attiya tul Subuh, Nusrat Mohiuddin Lead Presenter: Imam Jalees khan Co-Presenters: Zakria Bhatti,Qayyum Rashid

Drive Time Show Podcast 09-09-2026: Emergency Services and Gratitude 09.09.2026 1h 44min

Join our hosts for Wednesday’s show from 4-6pm where we will be discussing “Emergency Services: Serving Others, Saving Lives” and “Gratitude: the key to receiving divine blessings” Emergency Services: Serving Others, Saving Lives Every day, emergency service workers and NHS staff are there when we need them most. Today, on Emergency Services Day we will recognise the dedication and courage of those who respond to emergencies and save lives. From paramedics and firefighters, NHS professionals and other frontline workers, join us as we explore the vital role they play andconsider how we can show our appreciation for those who serve others. Gratitude: the key to receiving divine blessings Do we truly appreciate the blessings we have, or do we only recognise them when they are gone? Join us as we explore how gratitude to Allah goes beyond words, shaping how we live, serve others and make use of the blessings we have been given. Guests Paula Holbrook - Mountain Rescue Dog Handler Tracy Hampson - Spokesperson on behalf of Police Care UK Alison Blakely - Deputy Chief Paramedic, London Ambulance Service Producers Sabiha Tariq and Imam Sammar

Breakfast Show Podcast 09-09-2026: 40 The Age of Wisdom & Exercise with Purpose 09.09.2026 1h 48min

Latest News/Headlines | Traffic | Weather | Sports Topic I: Why Age 40 Marks the Real Beginning of Maturity Topic II: Exercise with Purpose: More Than Just Fitness Presenter(s): Imam Noorudeen Jahangeer Imam Shamael Ahmad Guest(s): * Professor Shane O'Mara * Professor Louise Phillips * Prof Kiara Lewis * Prof Simon Cooper * Dr Rachel Lord Producer(s):Faiqa Mubaraka, Maida Mubashara Lead Producer:Hania Yaqub Researchers:Sadiya Rehman,Zanubia Ateeq,Hannan Ashraf,Sheikh Anayatullah Rafeeq, Mehreen Mubashir

Drive Time Show Podcast 08-09-2026: Food security & Sustainable living 08.09.2026 1h 50min

Join our hosts for Tuesday’s show from 4-6pm where we will be discussing: ‘Food Security: Are We Prepared?’ and ‘Sustainable Living: How Can We Waste Less and Live Better?’ Food Security: Are We Prepared? How secure is our food supply when climate change, global conflicts, disrupted trade and rising prices can all affect what reaches our tables? For many families, the impact can mean higher costs and difficult choices about what they can afford to eat. Join us as we consider how Islamic teachings on gratitude, moderation, avoiding waste and caring for those in need can guide our relationship with food. Sustainable Living: How Can We Waste Less and Live Better? When something is trending, we’re often quick to jump on the bandwagon. But what happens when the trend fades away? Where does all that fashion, tech etc go? Join us on this show as we explore how we can embrace a more sustainable lifestyle, one that helps us save money, conserve valuable resources, reduce unnecessary consumption, and keep less waste out of landfill. Guests: Elizabeth Robinson: Professor of Environmental Economics and Director of the Grantham Research Institute, LSE. Shuna Keen: Director of Advocacy action against hunger. Grahame Madge: Climate Science Communicator at Met Office. Natalia Phipps: Deputy Managing Director of The Carbon Literacy Project. Jess Boxall: Public Health Researcher and accredited Associate Nutritionist at the University of Southampton. Dr. Adam Moolna: Lecturer in Environment and Sustainability, Keele University; expert in marine and coastal conservation. Professor Laura Fogg-Rogers: Professor of Sustainability Engagement, specialist in climate communication and community action. Producers: Laiba Mubashar Rashid and Ahmad Dogar

Breakfast Show Podcast 08-09-2026: Kashmir Conflict: The Demands of Kashmiris Between Protest & Surah Al-A‘la — The Higher Purpose of Life Suppression & 08.09.2026 1h 34min

Latest News/Headlines | Traffic | Weather | Sports Topic I: Kashmir Conflict: The Demands of Kashmiris Between Protest and Suppression Topic II: Surah Al-A‘la — The Higher Purpose of Life Presenter(s): * Imam Mubariz Amini Guest(s): * Dr Muhammad Iqbal * Imam Bilal Ahmed Qamar * Dr Alison Scott-Baumann * Imam Anas Mahmood Producer(s): Maryam Javaid Trainee / Assistant Trainee Producer(s): Rida Rafique Lead Producer: Dania Nasir Researchers: Farah Shariff, Hania Ijaz, Samiya Khurram, Arwa Roheen & Manahal Awan

Drive Time Show Podcast 07-09-2026 Racism: Who Gets a Fair Hearing 07.09.2026 1h 52min

Literacy: Knowledge in a Changing World Join our hosts for Monday’s show from 4-6pm where we will be discussing: ‘Media Bias and Racism' and 'Literacy: Knowledge in a Changing World'. Media Bias and Racism Join us as we examine media coverage and double standards, asking why some cases receive intense national attention while others receive far less, and whether race influences how stories are reported and perceived. Literacy: Knowledge in a Changing World In a rapidly changing world, literacy is more than simply the ability to read and write. It gives individuals the knowledge and confidence to understand the world around them, make informed decisions and access opportunities. Join us as we explore the importance of literacy and lifelong learning in today’s society, and consider how the teachings of Islam emphasise the pursuit of knowledge as a means of personal, spiritual and societal development. Guests: Jabeer Butt - Chief Executive of the race equality foundation. Nicholas Jones Producers: Misbah Tariq, Hania Mubarik and Afia

Breakfast Show Podcast 07-09-2026: Protecting yourself through Istighfar (seeking forgiveness) & How focusing on the place of prostration improves concentration in prayer 07.09.2026 1h 53min

Latest News/Headlines | Traffic | Weather | Sports Topic I: Protecting yourself through Istighfar (seeking forgiveness) Topic II: How focusing on the place of prostration improves concentration in prayer Presenter(s): * Imam Talat Sayam * Imam Shahzaib Nayar Guest(s): Imam Usman Manan Imam Abdul Azeem Ahmad Larry Culliford Miss Jennie Cummings-Knight Imam Dawood Ahmad Abid Producer(s): Safa Noor Ahmad, Tehmina Cheema Lead Producer: Faiza Cheema Researchers: Saira Ahmed, Saiqa Tariq, Shamayala Sabahat Malik, Tashifa Asif, Aqsa Rana, Salma Khawaja & Saleha Sadiqqa

Weekend World Show Podcast 06-09-2026: Concept of Prophets & Life after death 06.09.2026 1h 53min

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