A chance to listen to a repeat of a live news discussion programme recorded on 20th January 2022.

A chance to listen to a repeat of a topical discussion programme recorded on 20th January 2022. Addiction: Don’t get held back. A lot has changed since technology engulfed the world. Addiction was most commonly associated with drugs, alcohol or gambling but it has now been increasingly linked with screen time, shopping, and many other things. Media: How is Islam portrayed? Consumption of media in this day and age plays a large part of our daily lives and can influence our thoughts and perceptions of reality. Join us as we discuss how Islam is portrayed in mainstream media and the consequences of fake news.

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.

Repeat of a live interactive show recorded on 2nd January 2022.

Episode 2. Prerequisites of prayer. An English discussion programme on issues related to Islamic jurisprudence.

Tune is to hear recitation of the Holy Qur'an, Chapter 4 Verse 90-105. Recitation of the Holy Qur'an is by Maulana Feroz Alam.

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Series Six, Episode 4. Prophets of Allah mentioned in the Holy Qur’an – The Prophets Lot (a.s.), Ishmael (a.s.), Isaac (a.s.) and Jacob (a.s.). Tune in to learn about the basic teachings of Islam. Tahir Selby talks about the prophets of Allah mentioned in the Holy Qur’an. He discusses the different views from the Holy Qur’an and Holy Bible, particularly about any allegations that has been raised concerning the prophet, as the Holy Qur’an views all the prophets of Allah as sinless. In this programme he will discuss about the Prophets Lot, (a.s.), Ishmael (a.s.), Isaac (a.s) and Jacob (a.s.).

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.

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.

A chance to listen to a repeat of a live news discussion programme recorded on 22nd January 2022.

Series 2 Episode 4. During this episode our guest speaker will speak on the topic of psychological impact of covid 19. We will discuss Embryology from a historical perspective and particularly what the Holy Quran describes. We will also look at the prophecies contained in the Holy Quran which have been remarkably fulfilled in recent history.

Series Six, Episode 5. Prophets of Allah mentioned in the Holy Qur’an – The Prophets Joseph (a.s.), Job (a.s.), Shoaib (a.s.) and Moses (a.s.), up to leaving Egypt. Tune in to learn about the basic teachings of Islam. Tahir Selby talks about the prophets of Allah mentioned in the Holy Qur’an. He discusses the different views from the Holy Qur’an and Holy Bible, particularly about any allegations that has been raised concerning the prophet, as the Holy Qur’an views all the prophets of Allah as sinless. In this programme he will discuss about the Prophets Joseph, (a.s.), Job (a.s.), Shoaib (a.s) and Moses (a.s.), part one.

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

Episode 128. The Importance of Family System in Islam. In today’s world the aspiration to achieve an ideal family life is a hope and effort common to many. What differs is our approach. In this programme we will consider the importance of the family system in Islam and what is an ideal and effective family life? What is the correct approach and what can we do to help assist us to achieve it thereby ensuring success of the family, community and society, at large.

Repeat of a live interactive show recorded on 9th January 2022.

Episode 39. Dr Mohammed Iqbal the host of Living History looks at the impact on Africa of European Colonisation, and with special guest Dr David Harris from the University of Bradford. Dr Harris is a Senior Lecturer in African Studies, which is a Division of Peace Studies and International Development, at the University of Bradford. David welcome. Dr David Harris specialises in West African politics, in particular in Sierra Leone and Liberia, but also in The Gambia and Ghana. His first book was published by IB Tauris in 2011; and a second book, Sierra Leone: A Political History, came out through Hurst first in 2013 and then in an updated second edition in 2020.

Episode 27. 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 Noor Mosque, Crawley and reception held for local dignitaries on 18th January 2014.

Life of Hadhrat Umar Farooq. Part 1. Continuing our series on Khilafat (Caliphate) in this episode we will look at the life and works of Hadrat Umar Farooq , the second successor to the Holy Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him). We will learn about the great sacrifices he made during his 10 year Khilafat and how he strove for the rights of the underprivileged and expanded the Islamic state across the Middle East to North Africa. Book: Hadhrat Umar Farooq (May Allah be pleased with him) By Rashid Ahmad Chaudhry online edition from alislam.org

A chance to listen to a repeat of a topical discussion programme recorded on 20th January 2022. Addiction: Don’t get held back. A lot has changed since technology engulfed the world. Addiction was most commonly associated with drugs, alcohol or gambling but it has now been increasingly linked with screen time, shopping, and many other things. Media: How is Islam portrayed? Consumption of media in this day and age plays a large part of our daily lives and can influence our thoughts and perceptions of reality. Join us as we discuss how Islam is portrayed in mainstream media and the consequences of fake news.

Episode 33. 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 to mark the inauguration of the Khadija Mosque in Berlin, Germany. The event was attended by dignitaries including mayors, politicians, local community leaders and members of the local community.

Ali baba and the forty thieves: listen in to the classic story of Ali baba and how he and Maryam out smart the wicked thieves. You will learn about the significance of moral stories and why greed can bring an end to ones being.

A chance to listen to a repeat of a topical discussion programme recorded on 17th January 2022. Khilafat: The rope of Allah: Khilafat is the tree planted by the hand of God which continues to flourish. It is the rope that shields and protects humanity from the evil of the world and guides it to the path of the Living and Majestic God. Join us as we explore in detail what Khilafat is.

Episode 5: An interactive English talk show series exploring various matters relating to Islam, the beacon of truth. In this programme we discuss Alcohol Consumption.

Series Five, Episode 4. Sunnah – Holy Prophet’s 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’ by Hazrat Mirza Bashiruddin Ahmad, the second Khalifa of Ahmadiyyat. In this programme they will continue to discuss the close relationship the Holy Prophet had with Allah.

Episode 113. Centrality of Faith There is no single definition of faith. How do we know what faith actually is? What is the purpose of faith and how do we incorporate faith into our daily lives? Many people claim that faith is important to them and they say they make it central to their life. But practically how can we do this? What are the methods we can adopt to centralise faith in our lives and what is the purpose or benefit of doing so?

Life of Hadhrat Khadija (may Allah be pleased with her): We will look at the life of the first wife of the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) and learn about her courage and how she became a pioneer for women's rights in Islam. Book: Hadhrat Sayeedah Khadija (May Allah be pleased with her) by Rashid Ahmad Chaudhry.

Tune is to hear recitation of the Holy Qur'an, Chapter 3 Verse 193-201 and Chapter 4 Verse 1-12. Recitation of the Holy Qur'an is by Maulana Feroz Alam.

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Repeat of a live interactive show recorded on 16th January 2022.

Episode 3: Join Kaleem Chris Edwards for another episode of “Serving Mankind with Humanity First” where we will be in conversation with: Humanity First UK– Operations Director Fazal Ahmad. Discussing the scope of the operations team within Humanity First International and looking back over the years and year of work Fazal has put into Humanity First and some of his fascinating stories of working overseas. We give some background on the history of Humanity First and how serving mankind is incumbent on people of faith.

Episode 1. Poetry has been a powerful means of expressing and conveying many feelings, experiences and views throughout the centuries. Join us in this episode where we explore the subject of poetry in relation to Islam and be enlightened by the precious poetical pearls (Durr-e-Thamin) of the Messiah of this age, Hazrat Mirza Ghulam Ahmad (peace be upon him). We also here a selection of the poetry of Mr Isa Wema, an Ahmadi Muslim, Ghanaian poet.  

Episode 114. Reason The conflict between the heart and the mind, between love and reason, is an eternal one. At what point do our minds give way to the desires of our souls? In the Islamic faith, reason and rationality are praised and we are told to look at the world with eyes wide open to be certain of our God. However, its Sacred Book also speaks of what lies beyond the sensory world, and belief in the unseen is a key tenet of this religion. Faith in Focus explores whether it is possible to reconcile reason and belief, and whether it is in opening our eyes or closing them that we come to know the Divine.

Episode 6: An interactive English talk show series exploring various matters relating to Islam, the beacon of truth. Family is the most basic unit of our society and when there is a disharmony in the family, it reflects on the society. Join us today in our discussion on family values.

Episode 32. An address delivered by the worldwide Head of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, His Holiness Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad (may Allah be his Helper), to guests at the Annual Convention of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community Germany in 2013.

Commentary of the seventh verse of the opening chapter of the Holy Qur'an, Surah Al-Fatiha.

Episode 30. Middle East-the Cradle of Civilisation, Part 1- Sumer-the Dawn of Civilisation. The Middle East is currently one of the most important and yet most troubled regions of the world. It is a region of the world that could decide the future of humanity- for it is said to be the setting for Armageddon- a prophecy on which Jews, Christians and Muslims agree. A battle that will bring about great destruction. Ironically the Middle East was also the setting for the rise of Civilisation, a region that is accepted by almost all historians as the Cradle of Civilisation.

Series Five, Episode 5. Sunnah – Holy Prophet’s treatment of women. 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’ by Hazrat Mirza Bashiruddin Ahmad, the second Khalifa of Ahmadiyyat. In this programme they will discuss the Holy Prophet’s treatment of women, his attitude towards his wives and his high moral qualities.

Join in the debate of the day in this live interactive discussion programme. Qualities of a righteous believer: The purpose of our being is to worship God and attain nearness to Him. But how can we do this? What are the qualities needed of a righteous believer?

Episode 115. Faith in focus takes a look at the issue of modesty. What does modesty mean - is it simply the clothes we wear or something deeper? Is modesty found in different faiths or is it exclusive to Islam? What are the limits and advice regarding modesty of conduct and dress? Is modesty out of step with modernity or is society seeing the benefit of a modest approach?

Repeat of a live interactive show recorded on 26th December 2021.

Series Five, Episode 6. Sunnah – Holy Prophet’s self-control. 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’ by Hazrat Mirza Bashiruddin Ahmad, the second Khalifa of Ahmadiyyat. In this programme they will discuss the Holy Prophet’s self-control, his justice and fair dealings and his regard for the poor.

A chance to listen to a repeat of a topical discussion programme recorded on 17th January 2022. Khilafat: The rope of Allah: Khilafat is the tree planted by the hand of God which continues to flourish. It is the rope that shields and protects humanity from the evil of the world and guides it to the path of the Living and Majestic God. Join us as we explore in detail what Khilafat is.

Episode 31. Middle East-the Cradle of Civilisation. Part 2 will look at the Great Prophets, Kings and Empires of the Middle East, from the Akkadian Empire to the Assyrian, Babylonian and Egyptian Empires. These Empires have fascinated us from their interactions with Great Prophets and from the archaeological discoveries.

Repeat of a live interactive show recorded on 2nd January 2022.

A chance to listen to a repeat of a live news discussion programme recorded on 18th January 2022.

Series Five, Episode 7. Sunnah – Holy Prophet’s safeguarding the interest of the poor. 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’ by Hazrat Mirza Bashiruddin Ahmad, the second Khalifa of Ahmadiyyat. In this programme they will discuss the Holy Prophet’s safeguarding the interest of the poor and his treatment of slaves, neighbours and relatives.

A chance to listen to a repeat of a topical discussion programme recorded on 18th January 2022. Global wellbeing: Sustainable development goals: Over the last few years, governing powers have been working hard to achieve the targets set by the United Nations. Join us today as we discuss the sustainable development goals set by the UN and their progress.

Episode 10: In this show we shall be shedding some light on what is meant by the Messiah, and if he has come, then who is he and where is he. And I hope the poetry you will hear today will give us all an insight into understanding these questions and their answers too… through Poetry of course! We shall be hearing poetry that was written by Hazrat Mirza Ghulaam Ahmad who claimed to be this Promised Messiah of the latter days. We shall also be hearing the echoing sounds of the poet and singer Ishmail Baffour, the Scottish poet and Teacher Joseph McTaggart, the working class poetical philanthropist Hamaad Ur Rehman, and finally the distinguished poet Issah Ahmad Wemah.

Tune is to hear recitation of the Holy Qur'an, Chapter 4 Verse 13-24. Recitation of the Holy Qur'an is by Maulana Feroz Alam.

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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 32. Middle East-the Cradle of Civilisation. Part 3 looks at the Amazing Assyrian and Babylonian Empires, which shaped so much of the world that came to be inherited by the descendants of the Patriarch Abraham.

Series Five, Episode 8. Sunnah – Holy Prophet’s keeping good company. 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’ by Hazrat Mirza Bashiruddin Ahmad, the second Khalifa of Ahmadiyyat. In this programme they will discuss about the Holy Prophet’s keeping good company, safeguarding people’s faith and overlooking faults of others.

Episode 9. Materialsm & Existence of God. A talk show series discussing social issues affecting todays youth. In this episode the Real Talk team in Canada explores the topic of Materialsm & Existence of God.

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 Tahir Selby accepted Islam Ahmadiyyat.

Episode 116. The beauty of nature reflects and reminds us of the sublime Beauty of God. During spring and summer we have the opportunity to observe and appreciate the vast display of flowers and shrubs provided by our Creator. Gardening is the perfect way to communicate with the beauty of nature and create your own little haven. We will look at different varieties of flowers and shrubs and gardening tips - planting, watering and plant feeds and cover sustainability by discussing the trend and benefits of growing fruit and vegetables in your garden or allotment.

Episode 33. Middle East-the Cradle of Civilisation. In Part 4 and the last of the series we are going to look at the amazing Egyptian civilisation and its interaction with the Israelites and other great empires.

Join in the debate of the day in this live interactive discussion programme. Addiction: Don’t get held back. A lot has changed since technology engulfed the world. Addiction was most commonly associated with drugs, alcohol or gambling but it has now been increasingly linked with screen time, shopping, and many other things. Media: How is Islam portrayed? Consumption of media in this day and age plays a large part of our daily lives and can influence our thoughts and perceptions of reality. Join us as we discuss how Islam is portrayed in mainstream media and the consequences of fake news.

Episode 22. A key note address delivered by His Holiness Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad, the Worldwide Head of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community (may Allah be his helper) on the occasion of the inauguration of the “Khilafat Centenary Hall,” built next to the Baitul Huda Mosque in Sydney on 18th October 2013. The event was attended by more than 200 dignitaries and guests, including a range of Federal and State Parliamentarians.

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 34. 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. Part 1 of this 4 Part series, which will cover the period from the Xia dynasty- the earliest dynasty to the Sui dynasty which was replaced by the Tang Dynasty in 618 CE.

Episode 7. In this episode we are joined by Peter Sanders. We will ask him how he started photography, his passion for photography and his journey to Islam. Join us as to hear about his passion for Islamic art, how he travelled around the world, his visit to the Jalsa Salana and about his meeting with his holiness.

Episode 117. What is the value of truth and why is it so important? How is it linked to faith and how can we judge our own truth in relation to others? And is there such a thing as the ultimate truth?

A chance to listen to a repeat of a topical discussion programme recorded on 18th January 2022. Global wellbeing: Sustainable development goals: Over the last few years, governing powers have been working hard to achieve the targets set by the United Nations. Join us today as we discuss the sustainable development goals set by the UN and their progress.

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.

Way of the Seeker: In this episode we will be hearing about the concept of morality from the perspective of Hadhrat Mirza Bashir ud Din Mahmood Ahmad (May Allah be pleased with him). We will hear about his life and achievements, how he created the infrastructure the Ahmadiyya community stands on today and will learn how he came to be known as the Promised Son.

Episode 118. The responsibilities we shoulder in becoming parents are ones that we only truly learn about whilst on that journey having become parents. In this programme we will share guidance provided by Islam for those of us in this role and discuss the cycle of both duty and responsibility in family life. What are the new challenges facing us in this role and the new generation? What can we do to negate and minimise the negative implications of these challenges on our children whilst retaining happiness and keeping our relationships with our children strong?

Series Five, Episode 9. Sunnah – Holy Prophet’s patience in adversity. 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’ by Hazrat Mirza Bashiruddin Ahmad, the Second Khalifa of Ahmadiyyat. In this programme they will discuss about the Holy Prophet’s patience in adversity, mutual co-operation, truthfulness, pessimism, cruelty to animals, tolerance in religious matters, bravery and fulfilment of covenants. Also that the life of the Holy Prophet was an open book and some impressions of the book.

A chance to listen to a repeat of a topical discussion programme recorded on 19th January 2022. Qualities of a righteous believer: The purpose of our being is to worship God and attain nearness to Him. But how can we do this? What are the qualities needed of a righteous believer?

Episode 7: An interactive English talk show series exploring various matters relating to Islam, the beacon of truth. Death is a certainty of life and for the believers the hereafter is also a certainty. And yet as time passes it seems that society is drifting further away from God. What is the cause of all this Godlessness and what can be done about it now? Join us as we discuss Godlessness in today's program.

Episode 9: We shall be chatting to the Poet Nasar Bhunoo and hearing 5 selected poems that also share moments of his life and influences as a Ahmadi Muslim growing up in the UK. Nasar was born and bred in London, has an Indian Mother and a Mauritian father and is an English teacher by day.

Tune is to hear recitation of the Holy Qur'an, Chapter 4 Verse 25-44. Recitation of the Holy Qur'an is by Maulana Feroz Alam.

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Episode 47. The 27th April 2012 marked the historic occasion when the Darul Amaan Mosque in Manchester was inaugrated by Head of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, His Holiness Mirza Masroor Ahmad may Allah be his Helper. To mark the event a reception was held that was attended by large number of guests including the Tony Lloyd, MP for Manchester Central, and local neighbours.

Episode 10: In this show we shall be shedding some light on what is meant by the Messiah, and if he has come, then who is he and where is he. And I hope the poetry you will hear today will give us all an insight into understanding these questions and their answers too… through Poetry of course! We shall be hearing poetry that was written by Hazrat Mirza Ghulaam Ahmad who claimed to be this Promised Messiah of the latter days. We shall also be hearing the echoing sounds of the poet and singer Ishmail Baffour, the Scottish poet and Teacher Joseph McTaggart, the working class poetical philanthropist Hamaad Ur Rehman, and finally the distinguished poet Issah Ahmad Wemah.

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 120. Young people are constantly being told they are too optimistic or idealistic. This is something young people have always been told. What is it about being young which makes us optimistic? Is optimism a beneficial quality to have or does it only lead to disappointment? And most importantly do we lose optimism as we grow older?

Episode 35. 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 2 of this 4 Part series, which will cover the period from the Tang dynasty all the way to the Yuan dynasty established by the Mongol Empire in 1279 CE.

LIVE English translation of the Friday sermon of His Holiness, Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad (May Allah be his Helper), from Baitul Futuh Mosque, London.

Repeat of a live interactive show recorded on 9th January 2022.

Season 5 Episode 2: This week the team takes a journey through the historical narrative of how scientific discoveries and technological advancements were made during and after the Islamic Golden Age. How esteemed scientists leveraged the instructions of the Holy Qur'an to deepen human understanding of the universe and help civilisation progress. Moreover, the team reflects on some of the prophecies held within the Qur'an about societal and technological progress and how the raising of the Promised Messiah (upon whom be peace) coincided with this.

Join in the debate of the day in this live interactive discussion programme. Student life: Students have different aspects of study life to manage. Join us today as we discuss student loans, career choices and lifestyles.

Episode 14: In this show, we shall be speaking with a special guest on this show and hearing inspiring poetry from the acclaimed poet Alex Borthwick, who is from Durham in northeast England. Alex found an intimate link between spirituality and writing poetry, as poetry allowed him to think about spirituality in unique ways, which is why he found it perfect to develop his spirituality. We shall be hearing about his life, why he converted to Islam Ahmadiyyat, and hearing a selection of 12 poems which he had written to express his emotions as he went through the process of converting, and hence clarify his thoughts during this inspirational journey.

A chance to listen to a repeat of a live news discussion programme recorded on 15th January 2022.

A chance to listen to a repeat of a topical discussion programme recorded on 19th January 2022. Qualities of a righteous believer: The purpose of our being is to worship God and attain nearness to Him. But how can we do this? What are the qualities needed of a righteous believer?

Repeat of a live interactive show recorded on 16th January 2022.

Episode 121: An in depth look at the issue of happiness. What is happiness? Can happiness be taught? Can we make ourselves happy? Is happiness useful for life? Also looking at scriptures and religious values and analysing how they describe, measure and assign significance to happiness.

A chance to listen to a repeat of a topical discussion programme recorded on 20th January 2022. Addiction: Don’t get held back. A lot has changed since technology engulfed the world. Addiction was most commonly associated with drugs, alcohol or gambling but it has now been increasingly linked with screen time, shopping, and many other things. Media: How is Islam portrayed? Consumption of media in this day and age plays a large part of our daily lives and can influence our thoughts and perceptions of reality. Join us as we discuss how Islam is portrayed in mainstream media and the consequences of fake news.

A chance to listen to a repeat of a live news discussion programme recorded on 15th January 2022.

Series 2 Episode 2. In the first part of this episode we will present certain verses of the Holy Qur’an discuss them in relation to science. In the second part of this episode the Islamic perspective in dealing with diseases will be elaborated upon.

Episode 2. Prerequisites of prayer. An English discussion programme on issues related to Islamic jurisprudence.

Tune is to hear recitation of the Holy Qur'an, Chapter 4 Verse 44-66. Recitation of the Holy Qur'an is by Maulana Feroz Alam.

Season 5 Episode 3: In this episode the team have a frank conversation about a topic that most of us would rather not address; Nuclear war. It may surprise you to learn that the looming threat of a nuclear war has never been closer than it is now. Nuclear powers are modernising and strengthening their arsenals, weapons systems are becoming more efficient and usable in a greater variety of scenarios and the landscape of legislative control is weakening. Join the team in this episode as they take a look at all of these aspects and more - tracing the history of the weapon, the near-misses that occurred during the Cold War and the heightened risks humanity is facing into today.

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.

Repeat of a live interactive show recorded on 26th December 2021.

A live show discussing the major news stories of the week.

Series six Episode 1. Prophets of Allah mentioned in the Holy Qur’an – The Prophet Adam (a.s.). Tune in to learn about the basic teachings of Islam. Tahir Selby is joined by Farhan Ali to discuss about the prophets of Allah mentioned in the Holy Qur’an. We discuss the different views from the Holy Qur’an and Holy Bible, particularly about any allegations that has been raised concerning the prophet, as the Holy Qur’an views all the prophets of Allah as sinless. In this programme they will discuss about the Prophet Adam (a.s.).

Episode 122 - The Environment and Climate Change The way humans are treating, and have treated, the environment is a live issue. “We are facing an unprecedented global climate emergency. The government has failed to protect us. To survive, it's going to take everything we've got.” Such are the words of the renowned climate crisis activist organisation Extinction Rebellion. Thus, when climate change is such a contentious issue, it has to be asked: what is the religious stance on this matter? Is there an Islamic viewpoint- and if so, what is it? When thousands of young people are attempting to save the planet, does faith help their cause?

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.

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 2nd January 2022.

Episode 9. Tune is to find out about the Al Qalam Project and how it has never been done in the history of Islam, How every verse is written with different people How it started with a meeting with Hazur and how it was inaugurated The first beginnings and how it was launched within Jalsa How it travelled around the world Personal experiences with the project The man in India who wrote the whole Quran after being inspired by the Al Qalam Project The processes of compilation The future of the Al Qalam Project.

Episode 8: An interactive English talk show series exploring various matters relating to Islam, the beacon of truth. We are living in times of constant restlessness and just like our bodies need comfort, our souls also long for a sense of peace. The question is how do we achieve it? Join us in our discussion about prayer and meditation.

Series 2 Episode 3. Join us as we discuss about Holy Qur’an and verses relating to the creation of man. During this episode there will be a guest speaker, who will speak on the topic of Psychological impact of covid 19. At the concluding section there will be a discussion about early muslim scientists and with particular focus on Ibn Al Haytham. Throughout the episode the panel will be assisting in analysing the topic at hand, through making important comments and asking some questions, to ensure that the program has a good discussion element to it.

Season 6 Episode 1. This episode covers technology - both present and emerging - and how it is used for positive and possibly negative purposes. We will be discussing different types technologies and the role of data and its manipulation.

Series Six, Episode 2. Prophets of Allah mentioned in the Holy Qur’an – The Prophet Noah (a.s.). Tune in to learn about the basic teachings of Islam. Tahir Selby is joined by Farhan Ali to discuss about the prophets of Allah mentioned in the Holy Qur’an. We discuss the different views from the Holy Qur’an and Holy Bible, particularly about any allegations that has been raised concerning the prophet, as the Holy Qur’an views all the prophets of Allah as sinless. In this programme they will discuss about the Prophet Noah (a.s.).

A chance to listen to a repeat of a topical discussion programme recorded on 20th January 2022. Addiction: Don’t get held back. A lot has changed since technology engulfed the world. Addiction was most commonly associated with drugs, alcohol or gambling but it has now been increasingly linked with screen time, shopping, and many other things. Media: How is Islam portrayed? Consumption of media in this day and age plays a large part of our daily lives and can influence our thoughts and perceptions of reality. Join us as we discuss how Islam is portrayed in mainstream media and the consequences of fake news.

Episode 123. Islam-Known Health Benefits: What does Islam and the Quran have to say on the topic of health? Islamic teachings are examined in the context of physical and mental health. What do adherents of the five pillars of Islam gain from their devotion? We look at Salat, zakat and fasting in detail through published research. We discuss mechanisms by which Islamic teaching and practice may exert effects on physical and mental health and investigate religious emotions such as humility, forgiveness, and gratitude and the health benefits these confer.

A chance to listen to a repeat of a live news discussion programme recorded on 15th January 2022.

Episode 36. 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 3 of this 4 Part series, which will cover the Great Ming dynasty which replaced the Mongol Yuan dynasty and finished off with the Qing dynasty which eventually capitulated to the European powers bringing imperial rule to an end.

A chance to listen to a repeat of a topical discussion programme recorded on 21st January 2022. Student life: Students have different aspects of study life to manage. Join us today as we discuss student loans, career choices and lifestyles.

Repeat of a live interactive show recorded on 9th January 2022.

Prophet Adam (peace be upon him)- Naeem Osman Memon- Learn about the christian and Islamic interpretation on the life of the first prophet, the Prophet Adam (peace be upon him).

Tune is to hear recitation of the Holy Qur'an, Chapter 4 Verse 67-89. Recitation of the Holy Qur'an is by Maulana Feroz Alam.

Episode 124. Fragrance: While many things throughout our life can trigger a sense of nostalgia, nothing has the power to make us viscerally relive the past like a fragrance. Nothing is more memorable than a scent. In this episode of Faith in Focus, we look at the origins of fragrance, its purpose and use. How does fragrance impact on our emotions and why? What are the cultural variations when it comes to perceiving the role of scents and how do different religions perceive fragrance. In this programme we shall be discussing all this and more on the topic of ‘Fragrance'.

Episode 42. An address delivered, on 18th March 2012, by the Head of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, His Holiness Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad (may Allah be his Helper) at a reception held to mark the inauguration of the Baitul Ghafoor Mosque in West Midlands. The event was attended by dignitaries including mayors, politicians, local community leaders and members of the local community.

Life of Prophet Yusuf. Part 1. Join us as we explore the life and trials of the great Prophet Yusuf pbuh (Joseph). We will explore how all monotheistic religions celebrate the life of the great prophet, learn of the struggles he faces on the path to greatness and how he was revered in history as a dream interpreter.

Season 6 Episode 4: In this episode, we discuss the coronavirus and its effect on the countries hardest hit by this global pandemic. The panel look at pandemics around the world, looking through the 20th and 21st century and how different countries have responded to the pandemic in their own particular way. We look at the implications of lockdown and the outlook and prognosis for the future in terms of the economic and social impact.

With Dr Hammad Khan. A live show discussing the major news stories of the week.

Series Six, Episode 3. Prophets of Allah mentioned in the Holy Qur’an – The Prophets Hud (a.s.), Saleh (a.s.) and Ibrahim (a.s.). Tune in to learn about the basic teachings of Islam. Tahir Selby talks about the prophets of Allah mentioned in the Holy Qur’an. He discusses the different views from the Holy Qur’an and Holy Bible, particularly about any allegations that has been raised concerning the prophet, as the Holy Qur’an views all the prophets of Allah as sinless. In this programme he will discuss about the Prophets Hud, (a.s.), Saleh (a.s.) and Ibrahim (a.s.).

A chance to listen to a repeat of a topical discussion programme recorded on 21st January 2022. Student life: Students have different aspects of study life to manage. Join us today as we discuss student loans, career choices and lifestyles.

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.

Season 6 Episode 5: In this episode the panel discuss the discovery of oil and how it became the driving force of the world economy by the 20th century. The impact of oil and its multitude of uses in our daily lives has brought with it many challenges and has been the cause of conflict the world over. Here the panel look at this impact in more detail and how the use of oil stands in the 21st century. The future of oil, renewable energy and the availability of this global commodity will be discussed.

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 39. An address delivered by the Head of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, His Holiness Mirza Masroor Ahmad (may Allah be his Helper) on 4th November 2016 at the historic occasion when the Mahmood Mosque (Mosque of the Praiseworthy) in Regina, Canada was inaugurated. The event was attended by more than 180 guests, including the Premier of Saskatchewan, Brad Wall.

Episode 17. In today's episode we look back upon a speech delivered by Bilal Atkinson about the Practical Requirements of the Conditions of Bai-at the pledge of allegiance.

Tune in to this live interactive show where we try and discover the road to peace and a brighter future.