Radio Islam

There was a time when one could actually differentiate between radio and internet as two different mass media. With sophisticated technology associated with sound and video cards on the rise, internet radio is catching on fast. With nearly 15 days to go before Ramadan concludes, you can still add a spiritual touch to your web experience by tuning into Islamic broadcasting networks on the net.

Islamic Broadcasting Network
www.ibn.net
IBN has a wide variety of shows catering to different age groups. The website features schedules and highlights of different shows. You can also access shows from the IBN archives and rate them. There is a separate website for IBN Youth which has programs tailor-made for a younger audience. Some notable programs discuss book reviews, international law, Muslim identity in the West, internships and careers, family and community issues.

Radio Islam
www.radioislam.org
This is another 24/7 radio station which focuses on a variety of different subjects. From Quranic ayats with tafsir to ahadis and their explanation to Islamic songs and discussions on various issues. You can also apply for a radio program and become a reporter. Some interesting shows include “Talk Radio” which discusses topics regarding why new Muslims leave Islam and the different challenges Muslims face today. Apart from that, there are short stories, lectures from different scholars and news reports from the Muslim point of view.

Window on Islam
www.windowonislam.com
Window on Islam is a weekly radio show which you can tune into online. You can browse through the show’s complete catalogue and access old audio files from the archives. Some of the topics discussed here include the fundamentals of Islam, women’s rights in Islam, stories of Prophets and misconceptions about Islam.

Multimedia Centre
www.islamicity.com/multimedia
This website not only offers radio programs, but you can also view the broadcasts online as well. There are loads of lectures, audio and video, as well as live Taraweeh in Ramadan, religious debates, coverage of conferences, documentaries and Quran recitation and translation.