Tuesday

A chance to listen to a repeat of a live news discussion programme recorded on 5th January 2025.

Episode. 195 – Fundamentalism and ReligionMalise Ruthven writes that fundamentalism is ‘a religious way…by which beleaguered believers attempt to preserve their distinctive identities as individuals or groups in the face of modernity and secularisation.’ This definition echoes among different scholars and it is said that revival movements in religions are an inspiration for religious militancy because they encourage going back to the actual scripture. Wahabi Islam is seen as one example for influencing the like of ISIS and Al-Qaeda. In today’s episode of Faith in Focus, we will be challenging this perception with a detailed discussion of the true Islamic teachings which forbid all forms of extremism and unrest.

A chance to listen to a repeat of a live news discussion programme recorded on 11th January 2025.

Repeat of an Interactive show recorded on 25th August 2024. Synopsis: Recent events being misreported and misunderstood through misinformation, has led to a real disruption to societal peace and the inner peace felt by many. The horrendous actions of one individual have left families destroyed and communities absent of love and understanding. The name of Islam at the behest of rioters, racists, thugs who in some cases were just like your average neighbours, has once again been tarnished, or atleast the attempt has been noted. In this episode of Pathway to Peace, the presenters reflect on what happened and how Islam is key to giving us some of the best examples worthy of note on how to attain societal peace. Presenters: Sabiha Iqbal, Dr Aalia Khan & Melissa Ahmedi

Episode 3: The theme for this programme shall be on Promoting Peace, and we will be looking at one of the efforts made in working towards this goal. We shall be chatting to our special guest Atiq Bhatti and discussing the part poetry has played in promoting peace in his area for over 14 years. And also listening to a poetical song performed by children of various ages, and one that is the highlight during the Slough & South Bucks Peace Symposium. Finally, we shall also be hearing inspiring poems written and read by both Miss Kaula Saeed and Miss Daanya Chaudhry.

Tune is to hear recitation of the Holy Qur'an, Chapter 3 Verse 168-192. Recitation of the Holy Qur'an is by Maulana Feroz Alam.

Wake up to the Breakfast Show and catch up with the latest news stories.

Episode 14. An address delivered by the Head of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad (may Allah be his Helper), at a special reception held in his honour at the Paramount Banquet Centre in Woodbridge, Ontario, on 16th July 2012. The event was hosted by the Premier of Ontario, Hon. Dalton McGuinty and the Minister of Citizenship and Immigration for Ontario, Hon. Charles Sousa. His Holiness stressed the importance of always upholding truth in all matters.

Episode 20. The theme of this show is I am certain close to all of our hearts, as we all have a mother and we love them very dearly. We shall be hearing from five very talented poets with their varying expressions of love for their Mother which we hope will pluck upon the strings of your heart. No other religion lays so much emphasis on the kindness to your parents than Islam, especially your mother, and we shall explore this in more detail along with hearing some amazing poems about our Dear Mothers.

Episode 4. Our guest is Dr Athar N Malik MD, PhD, Neurosurgery Chief Resident at Massachusetts General Hospital & Harvard Neuroscience Researcher in Neurobiology. He has a special interest in Brain Circuits, Functional & Restorative Neurosurgery. He is also a member of Muslim Scientists, USA. We speak about how Our Brain Functions, Neuroplasticity and Neural circuits. We discuss how Islam & religion may help humans to reach their potential, and the future of research between Science & Our Spirituality.

Series Five, Episode 4. Sunnah – Holy Prophet’s (saw) relationship with God part 2. Tune in to learn about the basic teachings of Islam. Tahir Selby is joined by Alex Borthwick to discuss the second source in Islam – Sunnah. We will be discussing the different aspects of the 'Life of the Holy Prophet' from the book ’Life of Muhammad (sa)’ by Hazrat Mirza Bashiruddin Ahmad (ra), the second Khalifa of Ahmadiyyat. In this programme they will continue to discuss the close relationship the Holy Prophet (saw) had with Allah.

Episode 5. An address delivered by His Holiness Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad, the Worldwide Head of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, at the Ahmadiyya Annual Peace Symposium 2011.

Caricatures. Part 1. Over the past decade the world has been witness to the controversy surrounding the caricatures of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (pbuh), tune in to hear the words of the Khalifa of Islam Hadhrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad (may Allah be his helper) on how the Muslim world should have responded to the caricatures.

Episode 4. As per WHO estimate, 1.13 billion people worldwide have high blood pressure or hypertension. Almost all of them known as essential or primary hypertension. This an entirely a treatable condition. Unfortunately, a vast majority of the hypertensive patients are undertreated, and a significant number of people are unaware that they have high blood pressure. In this episode, we discuss the importance of health check and how to monitor blood pressure at home. We also highlighted the complications of untreated hypertension.

Inspirational story of how Aamina Ali accepted Islam Ahmadiyyat.

Episode 8. In this episode we talk about Adam Williamson’s background and accolades. He will share his various experiences with masters as well as Prince Charles. We will look at his work including Queen Mother memorial and discuss the differences between geometry and biomorphic art and much more.

Episode 3: The Islamic Renaissance: The Historic Journey of Hazrat Mirza Bashir-ud-Din Mahmud Ahmad, Khalifatul Masih II, in 1924 In this episode we delve into the background of the British Empire Exhibition of 1924, exploring why it was held and the rationale behind including a conference on religion. It also highlights the role of the organizers and details the process of inviting Hazrat Khalifatul Masih II (ra). This program also covers the details of what happened in Qadian, when the invite was received.

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

Series 3 Episode 3. In this episode we will introduce the Quranic perspective of evolution and more widely the Quranic insight on Scientific phenomenon as a means to approach the truth about God. We will discuss the concept of biological information and DNA structure, the importance of incremental evolution in Darwinism and its failure to explain the evolution of integrated organ systems and other arguments for Design.

Episode 3. The origins of Western Culture (Part 2-Semetic/Roman roots & spread of Christianity).

Episode 5. Our guest is Peter Oborne, an award-winning British journalist, author & broadcaster. Peter was the Chief Political Correspondent of The Daily Telegraph (until he resigned in 2015) and has written for countless newspapers and magazines including The Spectator and The Guardian. He has also appeared on and presented TV shows and documentaries. We discuss Peter's recent book, “The Fate of Abraham: Why the West is Wrong about Islam”, and uncover why & how Muslims have been perniciously targeted by the West, despite Islam being part of the Abrahamic tradition.

Episode 198 – ArroganceArrogance is widely acknowledged to be the source of evil. It's an unattractive trait that ruins relationships, stifles growth, and seals its host's fate. What are the subtle signs of such a habit, and how can it be avoided or treated? This episode of Faith in Focus will discuss the harmful effects of arrogance on oneself and those around them, as well as ways to overcome such a trait in light of the teachings of Islam.

A chance to listen to a repeat of a live news discussion programme recorded on 12th January 2025.