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Drive Time Show Podcast 23-01-2026: Education & Raising Children by Voice of Islam

Topic I: International Day of Education Guests: Sam Bishop Wajih Rana Sahel Mahmood Topic II: Rewiring the Soul: The Science and Spirit of Gratitude Guests: Dr Elizabeth Gulliford Prof Andrew Newderg Aroosa Mahmood Producer(s): Maryam Muritadha & Neha Latif Lead Producer: Nergis Nasir Researchers: Samreen Nasir, Qudsia Ward, Afia Kassama Lead Presenter: Imam Touqeer Tanvir Co-Presenters: Talat Syam

Join our hosts for Thursday’s show from 4-6pm where we will be discussing: ‘Hustle Culture' and 'Kindness'. Hustle Culture Always busy, always chasing the next goal, but at what cost? Hustle culture tells us rest is weakness, yet burnout, stress, and exhaustion are becoming the norm. Is constant productivity really success, or is it pulling us further from balance and purpose? Join us as we discuss how to step off the burnout cycle and reclaim rest with intention. Kindness In a world full of deadlines and distractions, has kindness been left behind? Join us as we explore why simple acts of kindness matter— reducing stress, improving mental health, and strengthening relationships. Islam reminds us that mercy, empathy, and love are timeless guides, showing that kindness is a force we need now more than ever. Guests: Imam Annas Mehmood Imam Sabah Ahmedi David Jamilly - Is a social entrepreneur, humanitarian and the founder and CEO of Kindness UK organisation. Michelle Lefevre - Is Professor of Social Work at the University of Sussex Producers: Amtul Shakoor and Maryam Syed

Latest News/Headlines | Traffic | Weather | Sports Topic I:The Misperception between Forced and Arranged Marriages Topic II: Smart Watches, A Positive Innovation or An Unhealthy Obsession? Presenter(s): Imam Jalees Khan Zakaria Bhatti Guest(s): * Dr Zahid Khan * Dr Mohammed Iqbal * Prof Christine Hine * Prof Kevin Curran Producer: Salman Khokhar Lead Producer: Tayyaba Tahir Researcher(s): Iman Mahmood and Tahira Shabbir

Drive Time Show Podcast 21-01-2026: True Brit? & Abdus Salam by Voice of Islam

Latest News/Headlines | Traffic | Weather | Sports Topic I: Why your AI companion is not your friend Topic II: NGOs fear Israel registration rules risk collapse of Gaza aid operations Presenter(s): Imam Muhammad Athar Imam Nooruddeen Jahangeer Guest(s): * Kester Brewin * Professor Tom Stoneham * Dr Aziz Hafiz * Dr James Smith * Mr Magnus Corfixen Producer: Muneeb Mirza and Maria Sheikh Assistant Trainee Producer: Emily Landry Lead Producer: Hania Yaqub Researcher(s): Maleeha Qamar, Jazeeba Zafarullah, Nabeeha Malik, Eshaal Rana, Ghazala Bajwa

Join our hosts for Tuesday’s show from 4-6pm where we will be discussing: ‘US Immigration’ and ‘Ramadan’ US Immigration Immigration in the United States continues to divide communities. ICE sits at the centre of enforcement, detention and deportation, shaping the lives of millions every day. Do these policies protect society, or do they deepen fear and injustice? Join us as we examine the impact of ICE, the human cost of immigration control, and what justice and security should truly look like. Ramadan One month from now, daily routines will change for millions around the world. Early mornings before sunrise, evenings marked by shared meals, reflection, and prayer. Ramadan is nearly here, and preparations are beginning across homes and communities as people get ready for this blessed month. Guests: Noel McDermott - Psychotherapist as well as a Mental Health Expert with over 30 years of experience Dr. Mohammed iqbal - Producer and Host of Living History on VOI Radio. Retired Pharmaceutical Management Professional who has worked for some of the biggest Pharmaceutical companies including Novartis and AstraZeneca. Imam Anas Mahmood - Imam of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community. He is currently serving in Hounslow. Imam Khalid Gonzalez - Imam of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community in Spain. Producers: Bareera Iftkhar and Dania Nasir

Latest News/Headlines | Traffic | Weather | Sports Topic I: Surah Al-Qalam: The Ethics of Abundance Topic II: A Walk Outdoors: Caring for the Body and the Mind Presenter(s): Imam Jalees Ahmad Imam Danial Ahmad Guest(s): * Imam Kashif Virk * Imam Ibrahim Noonan * Brendan Paddy * Dr Kathleen Martin Ginis Producer: Maryam Javaid Assistant Trainee Producer: Emily Landry Lead Producer: Dania Nasir Researcher(s): Liyaqat Rafique, Arwa Roheen, Izza Anwar & Zeeshan Ramjeet

Join our hosts for Monday’s show where we will be discussing: ‘NHS and 'corridor care'' and 'Religion - do we need it?’. NHS and ‘corridor care’ Has corridor care quietly become normal? Patients treated in hallways and waiting areas, dignity compromised, staff stretched beyond limits. What does this say about safety, trust and the future of healthcare? Join us as we unpack what’s really happening on the front lines of the NHS. Religion – do we need it? Faith shapes the lives of billions, but is it still relevant in a rapidly changing world? Islam presents religion as a moral compass that guides purpose, justice and balance, while recognising all revealed faiths and Prophets. Join us as we explore the role of religion in shaping human life today. Guests: Noel McDermott - Mental Health Expert and Psychotherapist with over 30 years of experience. Neil Alexander - Senior Safety Investigators Health services Investigations Body (HSSIB) Producers: Sabiha Tariq , Fezia Haq

Latest News/Headlines | Traffic | Weather | Sports Topic I: The foundations of a Successful Marriage Topic II: Addiction: A scientific and Islamic Perspective Presenter(s): Imam Nabeel Ahmad and Zeriab Rahman Guest(s): * Ms Winifred M. Reilly * Murabi Raza Ahmed sb * Ms Kate Duroux * Liz Karter * Nuno Albuquerque * Assoc. Prof. Ian Hamilton Producer: Fayza Chikkodi Assistant Trainee Producer: Kashifa Malik Lead Producer: Faiza Cheema Researcher(s): Tashifa Asif, Saleha Siddiqa, Hassam Walid Khan, Khubaib Ahmed Khan, Jaziba Khorram , Faryaal Munir

Title: When the World breaks: Finding Peace in a World at War Synopsis: In this episode of Pathway to Peace, we explore how individuals can find calm, moral clarity, and spiritual stability while living in a world increasingly defined by war, violence, and uncertainty. As global conflicts dominate headlines, from the ongoing Russian-Ukraine war, to the fragile situation in Gaza following prolonged hostilities, and the deepening crises in places like Iran and Venezuela, it becomes harder to stay grounded and calm. Drawing on key Islamic teachings and perspectives, the episode shows how Islam has provided solutions for conflicts at the macro level, as well as teachings that install inner peace, during times of suffering and worry. Presenters: Arif Khan & Sufyan Farooqi

Weekend World Podcast 18-01-2026:International Sanctions as a Tool of Global Power by Voice of Islam

Title: Parenting, patience and the afterlife Presenters: Faheem Nasir Sadiq Butt

Drive Time Show Podcast 16-01-2026: Building Bridges and Appearance by Voice of Islam

Topic I: The Myth of the "Self-Made" Person: Why We All Owe Something to Someone Guests: Imam Raza Ahmed Sahib Maggie Rowe Topic II: When Hunger Cries: Gaza’s Famine and Our Forgotten Blessings Guests: Mr Abeer Etefa Mr Yousaf Aftab Producer(s): Fatima Danayal Trainee / Assistant Trainee Producer(s): Wafa’a Selby Lead Producer: Nergis Nasir Researchers: Tehreem Zafar, Dania Daud & Ayela Munir Presenters: Waleed Sahib and Hafiz Shazaib Nayyar Sahib

Join our hosts for Thursday’s show where we will be discussing: ‘AI Bubble' and '4 Day Week’. AI Bubble Artificial intelligence is shaping our age, but is it a force for good or a bubble driven by hype? Join us as we discuss AI through economic and social debates, reflecting from an Islamic perspective on responsibility, ethics and ensuring technology serves humanity, not harm. 4 Day Week As work pressures rise, the idea of a four-day working week is gaining attention. Supporters argue it improves well-being and productivity, while critics warn it could reduce efficiency and blur the line between flexibility and responsibility. So is working less really working smarter? Guests Joanna Bryson - Is Professor of Ethics and Technology at the Hertie School. Ben Tarnoff - Is a tech worker, writer, and co-founder of Logic Pedro Gomes - Professor of Economics at Birkbeck, University of London. James Reeves - Campaign manager at 4 Day week foundation Producers: Mariam Munib, Ayesha Tahir & Tahmina Tahir

Latest News/Headlines | Traffic | Weather | Sports Topic I: Protecting Faith in an Age of Temptation Topic II: The Distracted Home: Parenting, Faith & the Battle for Attention Presenter(s): Imam Jalees Khan Imam Noor Hadi Guest(s): * Hafiz Ibrahim Hafif * Imam Raza Ahmed * Dr Lynn Moore * Imam Burhan Ahmad Raja * Producer(s): Areeba Noor, Rubab Zafar Lead Producer: Tayyaba Tahir Researcher(s): Tahira Shabbir, Zaheeda Ramjeet, Tasnima Rahim, Amatul Aleem, Iman Mahmood Lead Presenter: Jalees kha

Join our hosts for Thursday’s show where we will be discussing: ‘AI Bubble' and '4 Day Week’. AI Bubble Artificial intelligence is shaping our age, but is it a force for good or a bubble driven by hype? Join us as we discuss AI through economic and social debates, reflecting from an Islamic perspective on responsibility, ethics and ensuring technology serves humanity, not harm. 4 Day Week As work pressures rise, the idea of a four-day working week is gaining attention. Supporters argue it improves well-being and productivity, while critics warn it could reduce efficiency and blur the line between flexibility and responsibility. So is working less really working smarter? Guests Joanna Bryson - Is Professor of Ethics and Technology at the Hertie School. Ben Tarnoff - Is a tech worker, writer, and co-founder of Logic Pedro Gomes - Professor of Economics at Birkbeck, University of London. James Reeves - Campaign manager at 4 Day week foundation Producers: Mariam Munib, Ayesha Tahir & Tahmina Tahir

Latest News/Headlines | Traffic | Weather | Sports Topic I: Silver Screens in the Golden Years Topic II: Faith in Times of Uncertainty Presenter(s): Imam Nooruddin Sahib Imam Shamail Sahib Guest(s): * Chris Grant * Lizi Green * Imam Bilal Ahmed Qamar * Imam Ataul Wasih Tariq * Imam Hafiz Abdulhameed Sawiri Producer(s): Aisha Batul Mannan and Aiysha Kanwal Nawaz Lead Producer: Hania Yaqub Researcher(s): Hannan Ashraf, Tooba Malik, Amna Marium, Zanubia Ateeq and Raazia Choudhry

Join our hosts for Tuesday’s show from 4-6pm where we will be discussing: ‘Digital Detox’ and ‘Procrastination’ Digital Detox The quick development of digital technologies such as smartphones, social media platforms, internet connectivity has changed the way we work and view the media. Join us as we look into the development of the digital world and if we can truly be free from it. Procrastination Procrastination is a behaviour most people experience at some point in their lives. Whether it is putting off studying for an exam, delaying an important work project, or avoiding personal decisions and goals, procrastination quietly influences the way we manage our time and energy. Join us as we explore how procrastination affects our daily lives and examine practical ways to overcome this habit to become more focused, confident, and productive in our lives. Guests: Laura Wyatt-Smith - Author of “Screensaver - A judgement-free guide to your child’s first smartphone” and UK coordinator for the Global Day of Unplugging Professor Arie Kruglanski - Distinguished University Professor in Psychology at the University of Maryland Professor Fuschia Sirosis - Professor of Social and Health Psychology at the University of Durham Sitwat Mirza - Secondary School Teacher Producers: Munahil Nasir, Kafia Ahmad, and Maria Ahmad Tooba