Date: 22/08/2025 Join Raza Ahmed and Danayal Zia for Friday’s show from 4-6pm where we will be discussing: ‘Obesity’ and ‘Male Friendships and the loneliness crisis’ Obesity Is obesity the result of personal lifestyle choices, or are people destined by their genes? This episode explores the impact of obesity in both childhood and adulthood, highlighting how early habits, environment, and access to nutrition shape long-term health. We also look at how Islam encourages caring for our bodies. Male Friendships and the loneliness crisis A silent crisis is growing: many men are facing deep loneliness and a lack of real connection. In a world that tells them to stay strong and silent, the cost is rising in mental health, isolation, and lost lives. It’s time to talk about broken bonds and what it takes to rebuild trust, friendship, and brotherhood. Guests: Professor Hannah Thompson - An epidemiologist who is currently a research professor at UC Berkeley Professor Alex Blakemore - Professor in Human Genomics at Brunel University of London Dr Warren Farrell - an American author and gender issues expert focusing on men’s mental health, fatherhood, and gender equity. He co-authored The Boy Crisis and is a prominent voice in the men’s movement. Producers: Mariam Munib and Noreen Niaz

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