Wednesday

Episode 13. Islamic teachings suggest that the way to success is in the continuous pursuit of knowledge. Indeed, often the literacy rates of the people of a nation, especially women, reflects economic and societal success, where their knowledge, talents and skills contribute towards national prosperity. In this episode of Sisters on Air, we will be exploring these ideas, hearing directly from Muslim women – students and teachers – of their experiences, motivations and strategies, the role Islam has played in their pursuit of knowledge and the challenges they have faced and overcome as Muslim Women in academia.

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.

Episode 1. 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 Ar-Rahman (The Most Merciful). 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.

Episode 28. An address delivered by the Head of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, His Holiness Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad (may Allah be his Helper) at a reception held in his honour at the Hilton Hotel in Copenhagen, Denmark on 9th May 2016. More than 125 politicians, academics and community leaders attended the historic event.

Episode 5. A lively discussion between scholars of completely different religions to tackle one tough question. In this week's episode, "A Jewish Rabbi, A Muslim Imam and a Christian pastor answer if their religion has ever created evil and evil people?".

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.

Series 3 Episode 8. Moonsighting and its importance in Islam. There will be a brief introduction to the topic of moon sighting. An overview of the religious and historical perspectives on crescent moon sighting will be presented. This will include the Holy Quran and Hadith about moon sighting. A brief discussion about the early Muslim scholars and their insights and progress in relation to moon sighting, such as the works of Abu Rayhan al-Biruni. Professor Bernard Yallop’s criterion for crescent moon sighting models and will be presented and how these criteria are employed. This will include a brief discussion about visibility curves – criteria, altitude, elongation, whilst trying to keep the material as accessible and understandable as possible. There will be discussion about why different Muslims groups tend to celebrate Eid or start of Ramadan on different days. This will include a brief discussion about the difference between the new moon, which is when the moon is first visible, as compared to when the “astronomical new moon” occurs.

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 1: Join Kaleem Chris Edwards for another episode of “Serving Mankind with Humanity First” where we will be in conversation with: Humanity First UK– International Programme Directors Kalim Sadiq Fresh from a recent trip to Uganda and Kenya covering his role as Director of International Programmes we discuss a range of issues faced in his countries. We look at the benefits of volunteering and how the listener can get involved and be part of the solution. We give some background on the history of Humanity First and how serving mankind is incumbent on people of faith.

Tune is to hear recitation of the Holy Qur'an, Chapter 2 Verse 170-194. Recitation of the Holy Qur'an is by Maulana Feroz Alam.

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Repeat of a live interactive show recorded on 11th January 2026.

Episode 7. In this episode, we meet IAAAE’s AEC team, as we explore the critical issue of energy poverty and its widespread impact on society and populations in developing countries. We discuss IAAAE’s innovative and sustainable solutions to address these challenges, including the delivery of impactful energy projects to remote locations where needs are often overlooked. Listeners gain an insight into the meticulous preparation involved in these projects, the welcoming generosity of beneficiaries, and the transformative impact of initiatives like electrification and satellite TV, which connect remote villages to the outside world. Through the lens of local volunteers like Rashid joining us from Tanzania, we’ll hear about the life-changing experiences of serving others and the spirit of sacrifice that drives this work. We’ also highlight the AEC committee’s evolution, showcasing innovations like modular energy solutions and remote monitoring devices developed by engineers. Finally, we touch upon future plans for capacity building, creating local expertise, and expanding career opportunities, ensuring lasting benefits and sustainability for locals in the communities served.

Episode 171 – Rules of Religion This episode of Faith in Focus will be discussing the role of law and rules in Islam and focusing on 3 areas in particular: inheritance, marital laws and women’s rights. Join as us we discuss the sources of Islamic law, debunking the stereotypes many people may have. We will also discuss the consequences of breaking these laws and the compatibility with western democracy and human rights.

"Series 4. Episode 11. “Rooted In Science: The Power of Ginger” Step into the remarkable story of ginger- one of the world’s oldest and most powerful natural healing agents. Used for centuries across ancient civilisations, from traditional Ayurvedic practice to modern clinical research, ginger has stood the test of time as a potent force for health. In this intriguing programme, we uncover the science behind its wide-ranging benefits across a broad spectrum of healing and health. Joining us is special guest, Dipa Kamdar, a pharmacist with an interest in natural remedies and holistic healing and a health expert and contributor to The Independent newspaper. And beyond the science, we ask a deeper question: what significance does ginger hold across various faiths - and what is its unique significance in Islam? "

Episode 12. The creation of the universe. Tune in to learn about the basic teachings of Islam. Tahir Selby teaches his student Mr Stuart Chatto about the reality of the big bang theory, the expanding universe and life after death.

Repeat of a live interactive show recorded on 25th February 2024.

Episode 14. In Islam we have inspirational leadership of the blessed model of the Holy Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) or other Prophets of Allah. However, for this show we bring attention onto women leaders in Islam. We answer some misconceptions there may be around against women leaders in Islam. Whilst exploring the lives of some inspiring women from early Islam who showed signs of leadership throughout their life. We discuss what impact they have made to the modern day. What lessons can modern day institutions learn from the leadership of women in Islam?

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

 Episode 38. Dr Mohammed Iqbal the host of Living History  is joined by special guest Professor Munro Price from the University of Bradford to discuss the Legacy of Napoleon Bonaparte.Prof Munro Price is an award-winning historian and Professor of Modern European History at the University of Bradford. He specialises in the French Revolution and has published widely on the subject. At the height of his power Napoleon dominated European and global affairs for more than a decade while leading France against a series of coalitions in the Napoleonic Wars. He won most of these wars and the vast majority of his battles, building a large empire that ruled over continental Europe before its final collapse in 1815. As the Emperor of France and one of the greatest commanders in history, his wars and campaigns are studied at military schools worldwide. He remains one of the most celebrated and controversial political figures in human history.

Season 1. Episode 1. This episode is an introduction to the series. Primarily it covers the importance of the African-American journey to Ahmadiyya Muslim Community. This journey started with the Holy Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him). Then as Islam progressed and spread to Africa it became indigenous to the Africans. Then finally we review how Africans came to America in the slave trade.

  Episode 5. 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-Malik (The Sovereign). 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.

Episode 13. Spiritual Journey. Tune in to learn about the basic teachings of Islam. Tahir Selby teaches his student Mr Stuart Chatto about the Islamic belief in a Living God, the concept of suffering and the meaning of life.

Repeat of a live interactive show recorded on 21st December 2025.

Episode 2. This episode will focus on the inspiring journey of IAAAE’s Water for Life team, beginning with their first mission to Burkina Faso, where they undertook projects to rehabilitate boreholes and hand pumps. Listeners will learn about the economic and humanitarian impact of providing potable water and the sacrifices made by both volunteers and the beneficiaries they serve. The episode will delve into the scarcity of water resources, the origins and mechanics of water hand pumps, and how clean energy solar technology has revolutionised water pumping solutions, dramatically increasing the number of beneficiaries. We’ll explore the geographic footprint of IAAAE’s water projects, the challenges faced by communities before these interventions, and the role of local AMA communities in ensuring the continuity of services. Finally, the importance of knowledge transfer to empower locals with skills for sustainable solutions will be highlighted.

Episode 172 – A Bug’s Life. Ever wondered where ladybugs get their name? This programme is for all those who love creepy crawlies, especially ants, spiders, worms and beetles. Join us as we explore the fascinating world of insects and bugs in religious texts. Also featuring interesting reports on the behaviours of some insects, the way they live and communicate, and their role in our world.