Drive Time Show Podcast 02-07-2026: Identity Politics and Islam

Join our hosts for Thursday’s show where we will be discussing: 'Identity Politics' and 'Islam: Why do I believe?' Identity Politics Join us as we explore identity politics, what it is, and how it is being used to divide people across the political spectrum in the UK. We will be looking how various ethnicities are being pitted against one another by politicians and the media, and why this could be disastrous for peace and unity. Islam: Why do I believe? Why do I believe in Islam, and why is religion important? In a world filled with uncertainty, religion provides purpose, moral guidance, inner peace, and a connection with our Creator. We will explore why faith matters and the reasons I believe in Islam. Guests: Anas Mehmood - serving as Imam for Hounslow Paul Kearns - Director of Operations of Show Racism The Red Card Elgasim Hamad - PhD researcher in science and technology policy at SPRU University of Sussex. Producers: Farhana Khan, Kafi Zafar and Anila Syed-Usman