Join our hosts for Monday’s show where we will be discussing: 'Weight loss' and ' New Year: A Muslim’s POV'.
Weight loss
Every January, millions commit to losing weight, yet obesity continues to place increasing pressure on health systems worldwide. What’s going wrong, and are rapid weight-loss trends distracting us from lasting health? Join us as we discuss the importance of balance, lifestyle choices, and personal responsibility.
New Year: A Muslim’s POV
As another year passes, what lessons should Muslims take from time itself? How can reflection and intention shape who we become? Join us as we ask how the New Year can be a moment for renewal, growth, and drawing closer to Allah.
Guests:
Mina Orchard
Jazib shah : regional secretary for student affairs
Producers:
Mahira Ramzeen and Azka Hina
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Join our hosts for Monday’s show where we will be discussing: 'Weight loss' and ' New Year: A Muslim’s POV'.
Weight loss
Every January, millions commit to losing weight, yet obesity continues to place increasing pressure on health systems worldwide. What’s going wrong, and are rapid weight-loss trends distracting us from lasting health? Join us as we discuss the importance of balance, lifestyle choices, and personal responsibility.
New Year: A Muslim’s POV
As another year passes, what lessons should Muslims take from time itself? How can reflection and intention shape who we become? Join us as we ask how the New Year can be a moment for renewal, growth, and drawing closer to Allah.
Guests:
Mina Orchard
Jazib shah : regional secretary for student affairs
Producers:
Mahira Ramzeen and Azka Hina
Join our hosts for Monday’s show where we will be discussing: 'Weight loss' and ' New Year: A Muslim’s POV'.
Weight loss
Every January, millions commit to losing weight, yet obesity continues to place increasing pressure on health systems worldwide. What’s going wrong, and are rapid weight-loss trends distracting us from lasting health? Join us as we discuss the importance of balance, lifestyle choices, and personal responsibility.
New Year: A Muslim’s POV
As another year passes, what lessons should Muslims take from time itself? How can reflection and intention shape who we become? Join us as we ask how the New Year can be a moment for renewal, growth, and drawing closer to Allah.
Guests:
Mina Orchard
Jazib shah : regional secretary for student affairs
Producers:
Mahira Ramzeen and Azka Hina
Topic II: New year Anxiety: Starting the New Year with Peace, Not Pressure
Lead Presenter: Blali mehmood
Co-Presenters: Nabeel Ahmad
Guests:
1 x Imam Ibrahim Noonan
2 x Imam Usman Manan
3 x Miss Rachel Kelly (PR)
4 x Dr Joan Harvey
5 x Miss Carmel Farnan
Trainee / Assistant Trainee Producer(s):
Lead Producer: Faiza Cheema
Researchers: Tashifa Asif, Saleha Siddiqa, Hassam Waleed, Khubaib Ahmad Khan, Jazibah Khorram
Producer(s): Sofia Ateeq and Shanzy Mubarik
Special 2 Part Series on the Science and Health Benefits of Olive Oil
Synopsis for Episode 2: From the Grove to the Kitchen:
The Truth About Cooking, Choosing and Using Olive Oil
The second episode in this powerful two-part series brings the science into everyday life. Special guests and global olive oil authorities Dr Simon Poole and Judy Ridgway discuss practical tips and clarify myths and misconceptions: Can extra virgin olive oil be safely heated? How do you choose a high-quality oil? How does olive oil compare with seed oils, butter and ghee? This episode equips listeners with clear, evidence-based guidance to transform how they cook and eat. Woven throughout is the reminder that the olive tree is a revered and blessed tree across the three Abrahamic faiths and holds particular reverence in Islam where olive oil has been specified to provide nourishment and healing. Essential listening to learn about the amazing benefits of the oil from this blessed tree.
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Topic I: Reset for 2026: A Full-Body Approach to Reducing Stress and Restoring Well-Being
Topic II: The Growing Trend of Young People Turning Away from Alcohol
Presenter(s):
Waleed Ahmad
Imam Touqeer Tanvir
Guest(s):
* Rafael Dupre
* Liya Abbasi
* Professor Jo Clarke
* Professor Thomas Barbor
Producer(s):
Maleeha Abdullah, Sabiha Saif (mentor) & Khalida Khawaja (trainee)
Lead Producer:
Nergis Nasir
Researcher(s):
Basma Latif, Afia Kassama & Henna Ahmad
Join our hosts for Thursday’s show where we will be discussing: 'Religious Texts' and 'Prophets'.
Religious Texts
Why were the holy scriptures revealed, and what guidance do they offer humanity? How can understanding the Qur’an and other divine books enrich our lives and strengthen our faith? Join us as we reflect on the wisdom within these sacred texts.
Prophets
What can the lives of the Prophets teach us about compassion, perseverance, and devotion? How do their teachings continue to shape our values and ethics today? Join us as we journey through the lessons of the chosen messengers.
Special 2 Part Series on the Science and Health Benefits of Olive Oil
Episode 1: ‘Liquid Gold’ - The Science Behind Olive Oil’s Healing Power
In the first episode of this compelling two-part special series, world-renowned olive oil experts Dr Simon Poole and Judy Ridgway uncover the extraordinary science behind olive oil and extra virgin olive oil. From protecting the heart and brain to influencing metabolism, inflammation and even gene expression, this episode reveals why olive oil has been revered for both nourishment and medicine for thousands of years. Blending cutting-edge science with timeless wisdom, the programme also reflects on the olive tree as a blessed and sacred symbol shared by all three Abrahamic faiths with particular reverence in Islam. Insightful, inspiring and deeply relevant, this episode sets the foundation for understanding why olive oil truly deserves its status as ‘liquid gold.’
Panelists / Presenter:
1. Farah Baig
2. Dr Simon Poole – Global Expert on Olive Oil
3. Judy Ridgway – Global Expert on Olive Oil
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Topic I: Trials of Marriage: Lessons from Surah At-Talaq
Topic II: Digital Detox December: Can Taking Breaks from Social Media Improve Well-Being?
Presenter(s):
Daniyal Ahmad
Farhad Ahmad
Guest(s):
* Professor Justin Jones
* Dr Ayang Utriza Yakin
* Professor Erin Stiles
* Professor Maryan Ali
* Khadija Ahmad
Producer(s):
Barirah Shamsi & Faiza Farooq
Researcher(s):
Ismah Khan, Manahal Awan, Zeeshan Ramjeet, Liyaqat Rafiq
ntentions matter in Islam, but intention without action leads nowhere. This episode examines New Year resolutions through a faith-based lens, asking why we repeat the same habits year after year and what Islam teaches us about gradual change, self-accountability, and breaking destructive patterns. A grounded discussion on turning good intentions into meaningful action.
Join our hosts for Monday’s show where we will be discussing: 'Weight loss' and ' New Year: A Muslim’s POV'.
Weight loss
Every January, millions commit to losing weight, yet obesity continues to place increasing pressure on health systems worldwide. What’s going wrong, and are rapid weight-loss trends distracting us from lasting health? Join us as we discuss the importance of balance, lifestyle choices, and personal responsibility.
New Year: A Muslim’s POV
As another year passes, what lessons should Muslims take from time itself? How can reflection and intention shape who we become? Join us as we ask how the New Year can be a moment for renewal, growth, and drawing closer to Allah.
Guests:
Mina Orchard
Jazib shah : regional secretary for student affairs
Producers:
Mahira Ramzeen and Azka Hina
