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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

Latest News/Headlines | Traffic | Weather | Sports Topic I: When Food Becomes Scarce: Who Will Feed Britain? Topic II: A Nation Divided: The Changing Attitudes Toward Immigrants Presenter(s): Waleed Ahmad Imam Shahzaib Nayyar Guest(s): * Dr. Katrina Campbell * Dr. Charlie Taverner * Dr. Paul Ian Campbell * Professor Abby Day * Professor Dawn Edge Producer(s): Zoha Nadeem and Kashifa Malik Lead Producer: Zoha Nadeem Researchers: Touqeer Ahmed Rana, Hassam Waleed, Madiha Cheema, Faryaal Munir, Khubaib Ahmad Khan & Jaziba Khorram

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Drive Time Show Podcast 25-09-2026: Economic Warfare & Dreams: Can We Turn Them Into Reality? by Voice of Islam

Latest News/Headlines | Traffic | Weather | Sports Topic I: The Pressure to Look Younger: Why Are We Afraid of Ageing? Topic II: The Last Meeting Theory: Can an Unproven Idea Still Hold Truth? Presenter(s): Waleed Ahmad Imam Shahzaib Nayyar Guest(s): * Dr Hannah Swift * Dr Helena Lewis-Smith * Dr James Lewis Live Caller: * Maqbool Khan Producer(s): Wafa’a Selby and Fatima Danayal Lead Producer: Nergis Nasir Researchers: Tehreem Zafar, Afia Kassama, Eraj Mansoor, Ayela Munir

Join our hosts for Thursday’s show from 4-6pm where we will be discussing: 'Life Savers: The power of donation’ and ‘Social Media: What does it do to our daughters?' Life Savers: The power of donation Blood and organ donation can give someone a second chance at life, but there are still thousands waiting for that chance. Join us as we explore blood cancer, stem cell and blood donation, the need for more organ donors, and what Islam teaches us about saving and helping others. Social Media: What does it do to our daughters? From beauty filters and influencers to cyberbullying and the pressure to fit in, social media is changing the way our daughters think, feel, and see themselves. Join us as we uncover the hidden pressures of online validation and explore how parents can equip their daughters with confidence, healthy boundaries, and strong values through Islamic teachings. Guests: Talia Adams - Senior Policy & Public Affairs Officer at Anthony Nolan Michael David Lane Barns - Lead Advanced Clinical Practitioner in Haematology and Consultant Paramedic University Hospital Lewisham Dr Imad Ahmed - Consultant Nephrologist Dr. Petya Eckler - Senior lecturer in Journalism, Media and Communication, health communication with focus on body image, eating disorders and social media with University of Strathclyde. Imam Adil Producers: Faiza Shah, Faiza Mirza and Farah Mirza

Latest News/Headlines | Traffic | Weather | Sports Topic I: Peace Begins at Home: The Power of Hospitality Topic II: Power of hope; spirituality and suicide prevention Presenter(s): Abdul Qayyum Rashid Imam Shahzaib Tayyab Guest(s): * Rabbi Jonathan Wittenberg * Samuel Martin Bailey Wells * Imam Bilal Ahmad Qamar Producer(s): Areeba Noor Trainee / Assistant Trainee Producer(s): Tahira Shabbir Lead Producer: Rubab Zafar Researchers: Maimuna Hydara, Tooba Daud, Attiya tul Subuh, Hibba
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Join our hosts for Wednesday’s show from 4-6pm where we will be discussing ‘Sustainable Farming: Better Farming for the Future’ and ‘Air Pollution: Can cleaner air heal?’ Sustainable Farming: Better Farming for the Future What’s the real price of our food? Join us as we explore sustainable farming, simple ways we can farm better, and how humanity can tackle hunger while securing food for generations to come — and what the Qur’an teaches us about food, balance and avoiding waste. Air Pollution: Can cleaner air heal? Air pollution is one of the biggest environmental threats to our health, but could cleaner air make a real difference? Join us as we explore the impact of polluted air, the health benefits of improving air quality, and what Islam teaches us about protecting life, preventing harm and caring for the world around us. Guests Molly DelCarmen Anderson - Professor of Food Studies Emerita at Middlebury College, Vermont Dr Hajar Hajmohammadi Dr Ian Mudway - Associate Professor of Environmental Toxicology at Imperial College Professor Prashant Kumar - Founding Director at the Global Centre for Clean Air Research at the University of Surrey Producers Anila Syed-Usman and Maria Ahmad Tooba

Latest News/Headlines | Traffic | Weather | Sports Topic I: Back to School: New Rule of 3 Topic II: The New Status Symbol: Why Is Being Busy Considered a Sign of Success? Presenter(s): Imam Jalees Ahmad Imam Danial Ahmad Guest(s): * Katharine Birbalsingh * Mr Nick House * Mr Paul Ainsworth Producer(s): Aisha Mannan and Aiysha Kanwal Nawaz Lead Producer: Hania Yaqub Researchers: Enayatullah Sheikh, Hannan Ashraf, Zanubia Ateeq, Sadiya Rahman, Mehreen Mubashir and Amna Marium