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Topic: The 19th Ahmadiyya National Peace Symposium 2026: Bringing Communities Together for the Cause of Peace Guests: Guest 1: Professor Vasco Fronzoni Guest 2: Dr. Paul Weller Guest 3: Paul Haines Guest 4: Imam Tamim Abu Daqqa Guest 5: Imam Ibrahim Noonan

Join our hosts for Thursday's show from 4-6pm where we will be discussing: ‘Carers' and ‘Blood donation' Carers Behind every person in need is someone giving their time, energy and compassion to care for them. Join us as we recognise our communities, and reflect on the importance of caring for ourselves as we care for others. Blood donation Could one simple act save a life? Join us as we explore the importance of blood donation, the growing need for donors and how it connects with Islamic teachings on compassion, service and saving human life. Guest: Angela Ditchfield Geraldine Parker Victoria Pointon Producers: Anila Syed-Usman, Ayesha Tahir and Tahmina Tahir

Latest News/Headlines | Traffic | Weather | Sports Topic I: Pathway to Peace – Finding Stability in an Uncertain World Topic II: The World Cup – Can Football Bring the World Together? Presenter(s):
Imam Jalees Khan Imam Noor Hadi Abdul Qayyum Rashid Guest(s): * Emmanuel Ossai * Rabbi Jonathan * Mihir Bose * David Goldblatt Producer(s): Salman Khokhar, Tayyaba Tahir Lead Producer: Tayyaba Tahir Researchers: Maimuna Hydara, Attiya tul Subuh, Basma Qamar, Hibba Tul Baseer, Nusrat Mohiuddin

Join our hosts for Wednesday's show where we will be discussing: ‘Disappearing Languages' and ‘Origin of Life.' Disappearing Languages Why are languages disappearing around the world? Join us as we explore the endangered language crisis, why linguistic diversity matters and what is lost when cultures become disconnected from their mother tongues. Origin of Life How did life begin on Earth? Join us as we explore the origin of life, looking at scientific theories, chemical processes and the deeper questions of whether life is the result of chance, design or something greater, and what this means for our understanding of existence. Guests: Dr. Emmanuel Ngué Um: Dr Emmanuel is a linguist, language activist, and technologist with experience revitalizing his own language (Basaa) as well as supporting language work at a global level. Dr Julia Sallabank: Dr Julia Sallabank is a sociolinguist and leading expert on language endangerment and revitalisation. Professor Ross Perlin: Professor Ross Perlin is a linguist, author, and co-director of the Endangered Language Alliance in New York. Producers: Bushra Tun Nisa Amir and Amtul Shakoor

Latest News/Headlines | Traffic | Weather | Sports Topic I: Immigration Analysis- Harmful ? Topic II: Tommy Robinson: Addressing Concerns or Fuelling Division? Presenter(s):
Imam Shamail Ahmad Imam Nooruddin Jahangeer Guest(s): * Prof Colm O'Cinneide * Mihnea Cuibus * Professor Georgios Samaras * Tahira Amini Producer(s): Muneeb Mirza, Nafisa Amini Lead Producer: Hania Yaqub Researchers: Shahida Tahir, Maleeha Qamar, Nabeeha Malik, Jaazeba Zafrullah Lead Presenter: Sharjeel Sheikh Ahmad Co-Presenters: Shamail Ahmad

Drive Time Show Podcast 09-06-2026: Diabetes & ADHD Debate by Voice of Islam

Latest News/Headlines | Traffic | Weather | Sports Topic I: A Home, a Heart, a Future: The Urgent Need for More Muslim Foster Carers in the UK Topic II: Can We Still Disagree Respectfully? Navigating Division and Polarisation in Modern Society Presenter(s):
Imam Jalees Ahmad Imam Mubariz Amini Guest(s): * Amanda O'Shea * Dr Sushri-Sangita Puhan * Professor Dominic Abrams * Imam Bilal Ahmed Qamar Producer(s): Maryam Javid & Rida Rafiq Lead Producer: Dania Nasir Researcher(s): Arwa Roheen, Komal Nawaz, Hania Ijaz, Samiya Khurram

Join our hosts for Monday's show where we will be discussing: "Oceans and chemical pollution'' and ''Climate Action "  Oceans and chemical pollution Are our oceans facing a hidden pollution crisis? Join us as we explore the growing concerns around forever chemicals, microplastics and the impact they may be having on ecosystems and our future.  Climate Action Why does a 1.5°C rise in global temperature matter? Join us as we explore what this climate threshold means and what climate action could mean for the future of our planet. Guest: Professor Liz Bentley – Chief Executive of the Royal Meteorological Society and President of the European Meteorological Society Dr Chris Jones – Climate research fellow at the Met Office Hadley Centre in Exeter in the UK, and a professor in climate science at the University of Bristol. Dr Kristina Dhal – Vice President for Science at Climate Central. Dr Fahad Saeed – Senior Climate Scientist at Climate Analytics Dimitri Deheyn – Marine biology researcher at Scripps Institution of Oceanography. Producers: Mariam Munib, Nadia Shamas and Prevish Huma

Latest News/Headlines | Traffic | Weather | Sports Topic I: Protest, Polarisation and Peace: Islam's Guidance in a Divided Society Topic II: Artificial Intelligence: Opportunities, Risks, and Moral Questions Presenter(s):
Danayal Zia Nabeel Ahmad Guest(s): * Imam Usman Manan * Imam Sabahuddin Ahmadi * Dure Tahir * Professor Dr. Kevin Pimbblet * Professor Eric Atwell Producer(s): Zoha Nadeem and Kashifa Malik Lead Producer: Faiza Cheema Researcher(s): Touqeer Ahmed Rana, Hassam Waleed, Madiha Cheema, Faryaal Munir, Natasha Sabah Un Naseer & Khubaib Ahmed Khan

Weekend World Show Podcast 07-06-2026 by Voice of Islam

Saturday Morning Show Podcast 06-06-2026: Focusing on self reflection & improving and not on proving a point by Voice of Islam

Drive Time Show Podcast 05-06-2026: Global Energy Crisis: Is the damage already done? by Voice of Islam

Latest News/Headlines | Traffic | Weather | Sports Topic I: The Mother of Languages: Arabic and the Origin of Thought Topic II: The Hidden Cost of Our Digital Lives Presenter(s): Imam Talat Sayyam Imam Shahzaib Nayyar Guest(s): * Hafiz Fazle Rabbi * Dr Salwa El-Awa * Mansoor Dahri * Professor David Greenfield Producer(s): Wafa'a Selby and Simab Rehman Lead Producer: Nergis Nasir Researcher(s): Tehreem Zafar, Afia Kassama, Eraj Mansoor and Marwah Usman

Join our hosts for Thursday's show where we will be discussing: "Can we make AI moral?" and "What get's in the way of love for Allah?" Can we make AI moral? As AI become more advanced, a key question is whether it can ever be truly moral without human or spiritual guidance. While humans are guided by emotions and consciousness, AI only process data, raising questions about how it should be ethically directed. What get's in the way of love for Allah? How do we understand the habits that distance us from Allah? Join us as we reflect on ten spiritual barriers that can weaken our relationship with Him, and how we can begin to recognise and overcome them in our daily lives. Guests: Dr Rachel Adams (Executive Director and Research Professor at the Leverhulme Centre for the Future of Intelligence, University of Cambridge)   Producers: Rehana Bhatti

Latest News/Headlines | Traffic | Weather | Sports Topic I: The search for truth Topic II: Social Media and mental health among children and teenagers Presenter(s):
Imam Jalees Khan Abdul Qayyum Rashid Guest(s): * Ali Murtaz * Jonathan Butterworth * Zahra Ali * Rubab Zafar * Haroon Rasheed Producer(s): Areeba Noor,Tahira Shabbir Lead Producer: Tayyaba Tahir Researcher: Tasmania, Amatul Aleem,Anusha,Zaheeda,Iman

Join our hosts for Wednesday's show where we will be discussing: ‘OCD and intrusive thoughts' and ‘Achieving Allah's Love.' OCD and intrusive thoughts OCD is often misunderstood as being about cleanliness or organisation, but for many it involves intrusive thoughts, guilt and constant anxiety. Join us as we explore OCD and Moral OCD, and how unwanted thoughts do not define a person's character or faith, from both psychological and Islamic perspectives. Achieving Allah's Love How do we attain the love of Allah? Join us as we explore practical ways to strengthen our relationship with Him through faith, worship and everyday actions, and reflect on how these teachings can guide our daily lives. Guests: Jonathan S. Abramowitz: Clinical Psychologist specializing in the treatment of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and anxiety-related disorders Mubeena Mirza: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (specialising in treatment of OCD & Anxiety Disorders) Certified in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Producers: Mahira Ramzeen

Latest News/Headlines | Traffic | Weather | Sports Topic I: Recognition Culture: Are We Addicted to Praise? Topic II: The Fear of Being Ordinary in the Age of Constant Achievement Presenter(s):
Imam Shamail Ahmad Imam Ather Ahmad Guest(s): * Flis Vivian * Imam Raza Ahmad * Professor Jane Ogden * Dr Claudia Radiven Producer(s): Aisha Batul Mannan and Aiysha Kanwal Nawaz Lead Producer: Hania Yaqub Researchers: Tooba Malik, Amna Marium, Hannan Ashraf, Anayatullah Sheikh, Zanubia Ateeq,

Drive Time Show Podcast 02-06-2026: NHS Abuse & Volunteers: Serving Humanity by Voice of Islam

Latest News/Headlines | Traffic | Weather | Sports Topic I: Guardians of the Earth Topic II: The Race to Have your Life Figured Out Presenter(s):
Mubariz amini Jalees khan Guest(s): * Dr Ria Dunkley * Dr Simon Mair * Dr Stella Chan * Dr Leighton Evans Producer(s): Isha ahmad, Areebah ijaz Lead Producer: Dania nasir Researcher(s): Arriba Chowdhury, Liyaqat Rafiq, Azka Tabassum, Manahal Awan, Anoosha Nasir, Arshiya Jabeen

Faith In Focus - Episode 241 Billionaires by Voice of Islam

Faith In Focus - Episode E243 Muslim Immigrants by Voice of Islam

Faith In Focus - Episode 245 Divine Decree by Voice of Islam

Faith In Focus - Episode 225 Community in Islam by Voice of Islam

Faith In Focus - Episode 186 Kindness by Voice of Islam

Faith In Focus - Episode 197 Exemplary Muslim Women by Voice of Islam

Faith In Focus - Episode 221 Sacred Mountain by Voice of Islam

Faith In Focus - Episode 218 Mothers of Peace by Voice of Islam

Faith In Focus - Episode 196 Individualism by Voice of Islam

Faith In Focus - Episode 242 Photography by Voice of Islam

Faith In Focus - Episode 244 Beast of Burden by Voice of Islam

Join our hosts for Monday's show where we will be discussing: 'Child Obesity' and 'Parenting in a digital world ' Parenting in a digital world In today's digital age, children are spending more time online than ever before. From online learning and to social media addiction and mental health pressures we ask how parents can guide their children through it. Child Obesity Childhood obesity is rising rapidly, with unhealthy diets, low physical activity and increased screen time putting children at risk of serious health problems. Join us as we discuss what needs to be done. Guests: James Emmett - He is the Clinical Lead at the Place2Be charity. Dr.Muddassar Ahmed - general practitioner and clinical lead at premier private gp clinic. Soban Bashir - He's a cybersecurity expert and regional leader for the Smartphone Free Childhood movement in Greater Manchester. Mazz Malik - First year Foundation year doctor studied from Brighton and Sussex Medical School and also has a BSc in Neuroscience. Jeremy Tod - Managing Director of the Coram Family Lives charity. Producers: Manahil Khalid, Mutbashra Ahmed and Maryam Syed

Latest News/Headlines | Traffic | Weather | Sports Topic I: Spirituality in Islam Topic II: The need for a guide Presenter(s):
Daniyal Zia Bilal Mehmood Guest(s): * Dr Musa Sami * Dr Patrick J. D'Silva * Imam Zafir Mehmood * Dr Tilak Parekh * Nabeel Ahmed Saddiqie * Imam Imad Al Masri Producer(s): Malakot Afaq & Zil-E-Huma Abbasi Lead Producer: Faiza Cheema Researcher(s): Saira Ahmad and Shamayala Sabahat Malik

Latest News/Headlines | Traffic | Weather | Sports Topic I: Spirituality in Islam Topic II: The need for a guide Presenter(s):
Daniyal Zia Bilal Mehmood Guest(s): * Dr Musa Sami * Dr Patrick J. D'Silva * Imam Zafir Mehmood * Dr Tilak Parekh * Nabeel Ahmed Saddiqie * Imam Imad Al Masri Producer(s): Malakot Afaq & Zil-E-Huma Abbasi Lead Producer: Faiza Cheema Researcher(s): Saira Ahmad and Shamayala Sabahat Malik

This episode explores the true purpose of caliphate as a divinely guided system of leadership rooted in justice, unity, and peace. Moving from foundational principles to real-world application, it challenges common misconceptions and presents caliphate as a living model for addressing today's global crises, culminating in a powerful message from Hazrat Khalifatul Masih V.

Hajj Series_Episode 10_The Lessons of Hajj by Voice of Islam

Episode 78 - Cosmic Insignificance - Part 2 by Voice of Islam

Saturday Morning Show Podcast 30-05-2026 by Voice of Islam

Hajj Series_Episode 09_Umrah: The Lesser Pilgrimage by Voice of Islam

Drive Time Show Podcast 29-05-2026: Social Mobility & Smile by Voice of Islam

Latest News/Headlines | Traffic | Weather | Sports Topic I: The Birth Rate Crisis: An Economic Trend or A Moral Shift? Topic II: Cambridge's All-Women Fire Brigade: An Act of Defiance Presenter(s): Waleed Ahmad Imam Shahzaib Nayyar Guest(s): * Dr Bernice Kuang * Imam Zafir Mahmood * Miss Dania Nasir * Dr Basma Ikram * Dr Sami Salam Producer(s): Sabiha Saif & Aalia Qureshi Lead Producer: Nergis Nasir Researcher(s): Mariam Siddiqa Naeem, Leza Aimal & Dania Daud

Hajj Series_Episode 08_WOMEN & HAJJ by Voice of Islam

Hajj Series_Episode 07_The purpose of Hajj by Voice of Islam

Drive Time Show Podcast 28-05-2026: Modern Slavery and Sacrifice by Voice of Islam

Latest News/Headlines | Traffic | Weather | Sports Topic I: Khilafat day special: Khilafat as a Source of Unity in a Fragmented World Topic II: Exam season - Grades, Pressure, and the Student Experience Presenter(s):
 Imam Noor Hadi Abdul Qayyum Rashid Guest(s): * Imam Abdul Hameed Sawiri Sahib * Imam Abdul Azeem Ahmed * Miss Tashifa Asif * Imam Bilal Ahmad Qamar Producer(s): Hania Ahmed, Atia Ahmed Lead Producer: Tayyaba Tahir Researchers: Maimuna Hydara, Attiya tul Subuh, Basma Qamar, Hibba Tul Baseer, Nusrat Mohiuddin

Latest News/Headlines | Traffic | Weather | Sports Topic I: Groomed and Exploited: Girls and the County Lines Crisis Topic II: The Spirit of Sacrifice: What Can Eid ul Adha Teach the Modern World About Compassion, Duty, and Shared Humanity? Presenter(s):
Imam Sharjeel Ahmad Imam Abdul Haleem Guest(s): * Detective Superintendent Dan Mitchell * Dan Mitchell * Teresa Norman * Muhammad Noman * Moussa Silue Producer(s): Znobia Bhatti, Namood E Sahar, Sabiha Saif and Hania Yaqub Lead Producer: Hania Yaqub Researchers: Eshaal Rana, Maleeha Qamar,, Jazeeba Zafarullah, Nabeeha Malik, Shahida Tahir

Hajj Series_Episode 06_Arafah: The Heart of Hajj by Voice of Islam

Drive Time Show Podcast 26-05-2026: Halal Meat: Clearing the Misconceptions & Arafah: A gateway to Jannah by Voice of Islam

Latest News/Headlines | Traffic | Weather | Sports Topic I: Human Rights and the Rise of Antisemitism Topic II: Eidul Adha: The Purpose of Sacrifice Presenter(s):
Imam Jalees Ahmad Imam Daniyal Ahmad Guest(s): * Dr Ben Gidley * Imam Bilal Ahmad Qamar * Imam Abdul Hameed Sawiri Producer(s): Ine Mu'minah Lead Producer: Dania Nasir Researchers: Liyaqat Rafiq, Samiya Khurram, Anoosha Nasir, Arwa Roheen

Hajj Series_Episode 05_The Rites of Hajj Explained by Voice of Islam

Join our hosts for Monday's show where we will be discussing: 'Britain's Broken classrooms' and 'Does Islam have an antisemitism problem? ' Britain's Broken classrooms Across the UK, thousands of students are learning in environments that are quite literally falling apart. Join us as we explore how years of financial strain have impacted schools and what it means for students and teachers. Does Islam have an antisemitism problem? Is Islam really at odds with Judaism or is that just the story we've been told? Join us as we cut through the noise and dig into the real relationship between two of the world's oldest faiths. From shared prophets and common roots to centuries of living side by side, there's a lot more overlap than you might think. So where does the idea of conflict come from? Guests: Dr Amina Shareef - Assistant Professor in Education at Goldsmiths, University of London. Farrukh Tahir- Imam of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community in Canada. Ellie Harris - Head of Children and Young People's Policy and Principal Research Fellow for IPPR (Institute for Public Policy Research) Producers:  Sabiha Tariq and Dania Nasir

Latest News/Headlines | Traffic | Weather | Sports Topic I: The Science of Kindness: How Small Acts Rewire the Brain and Build Resilience Topic II: Finding Stability in an Uncertain World Presenter(s):
Daniyal Zia Bilal mehmood Guest(s): * Dr Fozia Zakaria * Mrs Aroosa Mahmood * Imam Mutarraf Ahmed * Mr David Smithson (PR) * Dr Musa Sami Producer(s): Shanzy Mubarik, Sofia Ateeq Lead Producer: Faiza Cheema Researchers: Hassam Walid Khan, Madiha Ahmed Cheema, Faryaal Munir, Natasha Sabah-Un-Nasr Lone and Tauqeer Ahmed Rana