Thursday

Episode 1. Six Articles of Faith. Tune in to learn about the basic teachings of Islam. Tahir Selby teaches his student Mr Stuart Chatto the six articles of faith followed by a test. This material is also available on the online Islamic Course at www.free-islamic-course.org.

Episode 125 Jewellery: Adorning ourselves goes back generations, from simple thread necklaces to the expensive pieces such as the crown jewels themselves. Join us for a look at the world of jewellery and precious metals and their significance in faith and cultures around the world, particularly as we focus on the Hindu, Sikh and Christian symbolic jewellery. Also a look at precious metals mentioned in Holy Scriptures.

A chance to listen to a repeat of a topical discussion programme recorded on 23rd February 2021. Does removing statues of our ‘heroes’, erase our history? Join us LIVE from 4pm as we explain how the past is important and the relationship between history and culture. Yesterday’s announcement by the Prime Minister shows the way the UK can return to ‘normal’ but is it realistic? Join us LIVE from 5pm as we analyse the impact on families, the vulnerable and the economy.

Episode 16. A historic address delivered by His Holiness Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad, the Worldwide Head of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, at Capitol Hill, USA on 27th June 2012 on the subject of 'Peace & Harmony'.

The History of Fasting in Various Religions. Learn about the practice of fasting in various religions throughout the world from Hinduism, Judaism and Christianity, to Buddhism, Sikhism and Islam, and how they have developed over the course of history. We will explore how the practice of fasting has become a universal and uniting element in all faiths and why many people still fast today not just for its spiritual benefits, but also for its health benefits.

Repeat of a live interactive show recorded on 7th February 2021. Synopsis: In this episode of Pathway to Peace, the presenters take a look at the dichotomy between faith and science; and how viewing science and faith as complimentary rather than contradictory leads to peace of mind. Presenters: Hafia Khan, Shirrin Shaikh-Anwer, Reem Shraiky & Dr Alia Khan

Episode 6. An address delivered by His Holiness Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad, the Worldwide Head of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, at the Ahmadiyya Annual Peace Symposium 2012.

Tune is to hear recitation of the Holy Qur'an, Chapter 8 Verse 29-41. Recitation of the Holy Qur'an is by Maulana Feroz Alam.

A fresh perspective on the headlines through the lens of Islam.    

Season 5 Episode 1: In this episode the Around the Table team investigates the impact of Climate Change on the planet Earth. The team explores the causes and drivers of climate change, but doesn't limit the investigation to just the environmental impact. The investigation also focuses on us, how we live and how life on Earth will be impacted. Join us as we explore the facts and figures describing Climate Change and aim to unearth the possible outcomes of it and what could happen if the problem persists unchecked. Is it all doom and gloom? Tune in to find out.

Episode 22. Genghis Khan- Warrior, Military Leader. Dr Mohammed Iqbal with guests Amjad Hussain and Arif Ahmed discuss the life of Genghis Khan or Temüjin - the founder and first Great Khan of the Mongol Empire, which became the largest contiguous empire in history after his death. He came to power by uniting many of the nomadic tribes of Northeast Asia.

Epsiode 2. Five Pillars of Islam. Tune in to learn about the basic teachings of Islam. Tahir Selby teaches his student Mr Stuart Chatto the five pillars of Islam followed by a test. This material is also available on the online Islamic Course at www.free-islamic-course.org.

Ep 126 History: Remember, Read, Repeat Often people question the role of studying history, claiming it is no longer relevant and does not help us to move towards a brighter future. However, it has been noted on numerous occasions that those who do not look towards the past are condemned to repeat the same mistakes. Many have commented that the times we are living in today are worryingly reminiscent of some of the darker periods of recent memory. This show aims to explore the role history plays in forming societies, how we write history, and how we have kept histories alive. We will delve into the ways in which we remember the past and how this can be used to create a better present and future. Indeed, Islam is a religion that endorses all education, including historical. This show will look at the link between Islam and the importance of historical study, producing an interesting conversation about education and cultural sensitivity and understanding.

Episode 4: An interactive English talk show series exploring various matters relating to Islam, the beacon of truth. Should we adopt the culture of society? Is the religion of Islam compatible with the western culture? Join us as we answer these questions in this episode of beacon of truth.

Repeat of a live interactive show recorded on 14th February 2021. Synopsis: In this episode of Pathway to Peace, the presenters take a look at how the Coronavirus pandemic has brought in to sharp focus issues around global inequality, nationalism and individualism. The panel will explore solutions to these challenges based on the teachings of Islamic around absolute justice, treatment of neighbours, and care for the vulnerable and show how they are needed now more than ever. Presenters: Arif Khan and Sufyan Farooqi

Episode 3. Social & Moral Values. Tune in to learn about the basic teachings of Islam. Tahir Selby teaches his student Mr Stuart Chatto about social and moral values followed by a test. This material is also available on the online Islamic Course at www.free-islamic-course.org.

Join in the debate of the day in this live interactive discussion programme. Studies indicate that only 57% of the BAME community were likely to take the vaccine compared to 79% of the white population. Why are so many from the BAME community refusing to take the vaccine? Join us LIVE from 4pm as we discuss these issues in light of the Islamic perspective on taking vaccinations and medicines. The pioneer Mathematicians recognized by all are Newton, Galileo and Pythagoras – all three belonging to Western nations. However, a lot of us are not familiar with the names Muhammad al- Khwarizmi, Al-Kindi, Al-Karaji, Nasir Al-Din Al-Tusi and many more who belonged to the Golden Age of Islamic science and mathematics. Join us LIVE from 5-6 pm as we discuss how early Islam shaped mathematics.

Episode 17. An address delivered to locals and dignitaries by the Head of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad (may Allah be his Helper) at the inauguration of the Maryam Mosque, Galway, Ireland, delivered on 26th September 2014.

Episode 2. Tune in to hear a speech by Rafiq Ahmed Hayat, National President of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community UK at the Annual Convention in 2016, titled The Holy Prophet's (Peace and Blessing of Allah be upon him) Treatment of Non Muslims.

Episode 23. Genghis Khan and the Mongol Empire Part 2- Dr Mohammed Iqbal with guests Amjad Hussain and Arif Ahmed discuss the expansion of the Mongol Empire after the death of Genghis Khan, including Ogedei Khan, Kublai Khan leading to the Fragmentation of the great empire and acceptance of Islam by the Golden Horde.

A chance to listen to a repeat of a live news discussion programme recorded on 23rd February 2021.

Episode 4. An address delivered by His Holiness Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad, the Worldwide Head of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, at the Ahmadiyya Annual Peace Symposium 2010.

A documentary exploring the persecution faced by the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community.

Episode 127 Winter: This programme will take a look at the subject of winter. How is winter represented in scripture and faith? How is it reflected in art/literature? Is there a link between the two? What is the purpose of winter? Is there a spiritual or moral lesson to the occurrence of winter? Guests will discuss their own impressions of winter as well as their understanding the darker/colder/barren spiritual aspects which can be said to parallel the themes of winter.