Thursday

Season 4. Episode 7. The Heart and The Brain: The Science of Thought and Emotion. Is the mind really in the brain - or does the heart play a greater role than we think? In this thought-provoking programme, we uncover the mysterious partnership between the heart and the brain: how they shape  our emotions, drive our intellect and even influence the way we think and feel. Journey with us through cutting-edge  neuroscience and timeless Islamic wisdom as we explore how thought, emotion and spirituality intertwine. Can the heart truly think? Can the brain feel? The answers may change the way you understand yourself forever.

Episode 37. Everyone agrees that China’s rise and transformation over the last few decades has been absolutely amazing. Napoleon had once remarked about China “Let her sleep, for when she wakes she will shake the world”. It seems China has re-awakened, and it is making its presence being felt all around the world. When we look at the overall recorded history of the world, which goes back several thousand years, Asia has been the most important region of the world. For nearly two thousand years, until the mid-1800s, China, and India, were the biggest economies of the world. In many ways the last 200 years of European dominance have been an aberration. Human civilisations and nations are like living organisms, they have life cycles. Some evolve into new nations and cultures and some totally disappear from the face of the globe. China represents a large nation and a civilisation, which has gone through several cycles and has had many ups and downs. China is the only ancient civilisation to fall down several times and rise again to enter the modern world. One of the most important distinguishing features of China is that it is a civilisational state, unlike many other states in the world. For about two and a half thousand years there has been a Chinese nation using a Chinese language. China has had a continuing experience of civilisation rivalled in duration only by that of ancient Egypt. Dr Mohammed Iqbal the host of Living History will explore the rich history of China in a four part programme with his panelists Arif Ahmed and Yousaf Aftab. This is part 4 of this 4 part series, which will cover the rise of Modern China after the end of the Qing dynasty in 1912 and how it became an economic powerhouse.

Episode 55. On the 8th October 2019 the World Head of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, the Fifth Khalifa (Caliph), His Holiness, Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad delivered an historic keynote address at the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) Headquarters in Paris. The event was attended by over 80 dignitaries and guests, including diplomats, politicians, academics and the representatives of think tanks, as well as business leaders and various other professions.

Episode 2. The Holy Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) – The Embodiment of Peace. The noble character and teachings of the Holy Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) transformed a society steeped in all sorts of injustices and depravity to one that became a haven of peace and centre of intellectual, spiritual and moral progress.

Episode 4. We will explore the clashes between culture and religion which lead to misconceptions about Islam and women’s rights. We’ll distinguish between the culture/politics of Islamic Republics and the true religious teachings of Islam as set out in the Holy Quran by comparing the oppressive laws of some countries in the name of Sharia Law, with the actual rights bestowed upon women in the Holy Qur’an by Allah Almighty. We’ll mention how in many cases, law itself evolves from religion and morality. Through doing so we’ll seek to combat the critiques of those who describe religious doctrine as outdated and instead prove that the Holy Qur’an is a scripture for all times.

Season 1. Episode 5. In this episode, we further delve into the 10 points that were used by Hazrat Mufti Sadiq (May Allah be pleased with him) when preaching to African- American as well as the challenges he faced.

Episode 17. This special 30-part series delves into the divine attributes of God Almighty, exploring their significance and relevance in our lives. Through these discussions, we seek to answer fundamental questions: Who is our God? How can we recognize Him? And how do we strengthen our connection with Him through an understanding of His attributes? In today's episode, we focus on the attribute Al-Muhsi (The Accountant). With the insights of an esteemed guest, we will explore the depth of this characteristic, its impact on our spiritual journey, and its manifestation in our daily lives.

Series Eight, Episode 1. Ahmad, the Guided One. Tune in to learn about the basic teachings of Islam. Tahir Selby is joined by Hannan Arshad, Dr Toqeer Ahmed and Hashir Ahmad to discuss why the Promised Messiah (a.s) and Imam Mahdi was sent? Taken from the book Ahmad, the Guided One, by Iain Adamson. We discuss passages from the book which explains why the Promised Messiah (a.s.) was to come and his mission and about the appearance of the Imam Mahdi at the beginning of the 14 th Century and why it had to be a spiritual return in Islam.

Inspirational story of how Talib Mann accepted Islam Ahmadiyyat.

Tune is to hear recitation of the Holy Qur'an, Chapter 49 Verse 11-19 and Chapter 50 Verse 1-36. Recitation of the Holy Qur'an is by Maulana Feroz Alam.

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Season 7 Episode 1: Wellbeing is discussed on a much broader level, looking at how it is very much a personal achievement to be ‘well’ and feel ‘good’ in life, work, social and religious aspects. The panellists look at the differences in opinion and experiences of life that shape one’s wellbeing. Childhood as a defining element of wellbeing later in life is discussed alongside how contentment is perceived around the world.

Episode 10. Prayer and Perseverance. The world we live in today is filled with hustle and bustle. As women, we are always in a balancing act between domestic life and our careers. It is easy to get caught up in negativity when things get overwhelming and unmanageable. It is during these times when faith becomes an invaluable tool, teaching us how to employ important qualities, such as patience and showing gratitude. Faith enables us to develop methodologies to adapt our brains to become re-wired in a way that make us more grateful for all that Allah has blessed us with.

Series 3. Episode 4.Philosophy of the Teachings of Islam.Tune in to learn about the teachings of Islam.Tahir Selby is joined by Alex Borthwick and Amir Nawaz to discuss the book 'Philosophy of the Teachings of Islam' by Hazrat Mirza Ghulam Ahmad. To help understand the book easier, questions have been made from the book and then they are discussed.In this programme they will discuss Question Two - The State of Man after Death, taken from the pages 137 - 163 and covers:- Actions manifested in the Next Life; Middle State; Day of Judgement; Progress in the Hereafter, etc.

Episode 26. Women’s Sports Uniform. News about female sporting uniforms holding girls back from participation is sport is disappointing and worrying but also nothing new. This episode of Sisters on Air will explore recent headlines into sexist female sporting uniforms, and the implications of this on young girls' physical and mental wellbeing. We will then go on to look at how events in sporting can sometimes be a microcosm reflecting society and explore how regulations regarding dress code have affected other groups- specifically Muslim women and finally discuss what Islamic regulations of dress are, why they exist and their benefits.

Episode 2. This episode looks at the early life of the Holy Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. We explore his youth, his unmatched character, and how he earned the titles Al-Amin — the Trustworthy — and As-Sadiq, the Truthful. From leading Khadijah’s (may Allah be pleased with her) caravan with fairness, to his compassion for Hazrat Zaid (may Allah be pleased with him) and the oppressed, the Prophet ﷺ exemplified justice, mercy, and wisdom preparing him for his Prophethood and lifelong mission to guide humanity.

This is part 3 of the six-part audio documentary that marks the 10-year anniversary of Voice of Islam Radio by tracing its journey from a bold vision to a nationally and globally respected faith-based broadcaster. Beginning with the spiritual motivation, early planning, and challenges before inauguration, the series explores the station’s founding mission to inspire, educate, and serve society through Islamic principles rooted in reason, compassion, and dialogue. Through interviews with founders, presenters, volunteers, technical teams, and management, the documentary brings listeners behind the microphone to uncover the human stories, dedication, and voluntary spirit that sustain VOI. It introduces the station’s diverse live and recorded programming, examines its growing impact through digital expansion, DAB reach, and interfaith engagement, and reflects honestly on challenges faced — from technical hurdles to the COVID era and rapid media change. Concluding with a forward-looking vision, the series highlights VOI’s commitment to innovation, youth development, and securing its place in Britain’s media landscape, ending with a message of hope, unity, and peace for the future.

Episode 2. In this episode of ""The Review of Religions"" radio program, hosts Sufyan Farooqi and Zubair Hayat delve into thought-provoking content from a recent edition of ""The Review of Religions"" magazine, which has a rich history dating back to 1902. The hosts introduce the program, emphasizing the magazine's dedication to providing insightful content on religion, spirituality, and the world. This programme covered the following topics Quranic Insights: The program discusses a fascinating Quranic concept related to mountains as pegs, highlighting how modern research aligns with ancient wisdom, reinforcing the existence of God. They also touch upon the importance of encouraging youth to explore Quranic insights. Places of Worship: The significance of featuring places of worship in the magazine is explored, shedding light on their evolution over the years. Impact in Ghana: The program connects with ""The Review of Religions"" coordinator in Ghana, discussing the magazine's impact in the region. Electric Eel and Nature's Flawlessness: The electric eel is examined, and a new series on the perfection of nature is introduced. African Impact: The impact of ""The Review of Religions"" in Africa, particularly Ghana, is highlighted, including distribution among members of Parliament and government officials. The program also mentions the magazine's accessibility through audio podcasts and social media.

Repeat of a live interactive show recorded on 6th September 2026.

Join in the debate of the day in this live interactive discussion programme.

Episode 59. Keynote address delivered by the World Wide Head of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad (may Allah be his helper), at the occasion of the Inaugural Reception of the Mubarak Mosque, which serves as the International Headquarters of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community. This blessed event took place on the 29th of June 2019.

Episode 2. This episode will serve as an introduction to the concept of FoRB. It will focus on the origins of FoRB, The origins of the concept of freedom of expression, freedom of religion in history & how it has evolved over time, the relevance it has played in history and where the key changes occurred historically to the rights of FoRB. In particular, we will focus on the early years of FoRB: The Romans tolerated most religions, including Judaism, and encouraged local subjects to continue worshipping their own gods. They did not however, tolerate Christianity until it was legalised by the Roman emperor Galerius in 311. Holmes and Bickers note that as long as Christianity was treated as a part of Judaism it enjoyed the same freedom, but the Christian claim to religious exclusivity meant its followers found themselves subject to hostility. The early Christian apologist Tertullian was the first-known writer referring to the term libertas religionis. The Edict of Milan guaranteed freedom of religion in the Roman Empire until the Edict of Thessalonica in 380, which outlawed all religions except Christianity. Following a period of fighting lasting around a hundred years before 620 AD which mainly involved Arab and Jewish inhabitants of Medina (then known as Yathrib), religious freedom for Muslims, Jews and pagans was declared by Prophet Muhammad (Peace and Blessing of Allah be upon him) in the Constitution of Medina. In early Muslim history (until mid 11th century), most Islamic scholars maintained a level of separation from the state which helped to establish some elements of institutional religious freedom. The Islamic Caliphate later guaranteed religious freedom under the conditions that non-Muslim communities accept dhimmi status and their adult males pay the jizya tax instead of the zakat paid by Muslim citizens.

Episode 14. Origins of the Great Mughal Empire. Part I. Dr Mohammed Iqbal with guests Amjad Hussain and Arif Ahmed trace the link between the Mongols and the founders of the Mughal Empire and how Islam influenced a warrior nation. Learn about some of the great contributions from the Timurid Dynasty to Akbar the Great.

Episode 6. Our guest is Dr Adeel Bajwa, a consultant colorectal and general surgeon, cancer lead, working in the NHS. Dr Adeel Bajwa has also co-hosted the ‘Science Hour’ on the Voice of Islam Radio and has been studying the link between religion and science since his endeavours in his medical field. We discuss how science and religion are not at odds through the lens of evolution from an Islamic perspective.

Season 7 Episode 1: Wellbeing is discussed on a much broader level, looking at how it is very much a personal achievement to be ‘well’ and feel ‘good’ in life, work, social and religious aspects. The panellists look at the differences in opinion and experiences of life that shape one’s wellbeing. Childhood as a defining element of wellbeing later in life is discussed alongside how contentment is perceived around the world.

Episode 45. Guided by divine wisdom, the bee’s tireless labour and unity offer profound lessons in faith, leadership, and service. This journey draws parallels between the hive’s harmony and the lives of Muslim women, particularly Lajna Ima’illah, a sisterhood thriving through collective strength and purpose.  From spreading the message of Islam to uplifting communities, their efforts mirror the bee’s creation of healing honey, as celebrated in Surah An-Nahl. Inspired by Qur’anic insights, blending historical legacies, and modern examples, this story is a poetic tribute to the faith, resilience, and enduring legacy of women as leaders and nurturers.

Series 3. Episode 4.Philosophy of the Teachings of Islam.Tune in to learn about the teachings of Islam.Tahir Selby is joined by Alex Borthwick and Amir Nawaz to discuss the book 'Philosophy of the Teachings of Islam' by Hazrat Mirza Ghulam Ahmad. To help understand the book easier, questions have been made from the book and then they are discussed.In this programme they will discuss Question Two - The State of Man after Death, taken from the pages 137 - 163 and covers:- Actions manifested in the Next Life; Middle State; Day of Judgement; Progress in the Hereafter, etc.