Urban Kube Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/the-urban-kube Inspire FM’s creative arts and culture show showcasing the work of creatives from around the world. Listen to lively discussions, inspiring interviews and quirky ideas. Inspire FM – Positively Inspiring the Community. © 2023 Inspire FM 5534c1eb-6a03-5896-a14a-86b3c5265661 no en Mon, 27 Jan 2025 12:41:47 +0000 Tue, 02 Dec 2025 20:07:21 +0000 http://inspirefm.org https://img.transistor.fm/ZrVZzcM6cruADogITLoolzHb-a0JEttOWna2ADTRdWk/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzExNDYvMTYxODQw/MjIxNi1hcnR3b3Jr/LmpwZw.jpg Urban Kube http://inspirefm.org episodic Inspire FM Inspire FM’s creative arts and culture show showcasing the work of creatives from around the world. Listen to lively discussions, inspiring interviews and quirky ideas. Inspire FM – Positively Inspiring the Community. Inspire FM’s creative arts and culture show showcasing the work of creatives from around the world. arts, culture, fashion, trends, community, initiatives, projects, design, women, contribution, creativity, inspiration, film, activism, change, ideas, interviews Inspire FM admin@inspirefm.org No No The Hajj Odyssey 52 52 The Hajj Odyssey full f576fd5f-00a6-4f3a-aa6f-c96f262af6a3 https://share.transistor.fm/s/8ba06514 On todays Urban Kube Show Sister Shemiza is joined with Abdul Wahid who is the Amir of Eternal Impact Challengers and the captain of Hajj sail, as they discuss his journey from London to Makkah on Sea

]]> On todays Urban Kube Show Sister Shemiza is joined with Abdul Wahid who is the Amir of Eternal Impact Challengers and the captain of Hajj sail, as they discuss his journey from London to Makkah on Sea

]]> Mon, 27 Jan 2025 12:41:43 +0000 Inspire FM Inspire FM 3153 On todays Urban Kube Show Sister Shemiza is joined with Abdul Wahid who is the Amir of Eternal Impact Challengers and the captain of Hajj sail, as they discuss his journey from London to Makkah on Sea

]]> arts, culture, fashion, trends, community, initiatives, projects, design, women, contribution, creativity, inspiration, film, activism, change, ideas, interviews No In conversation with Farah Soobhan 51 51 In conversation with Farah Soobhan full 5cf2d819-5952-4030-9b93-f4c1eedbe644 https://share.transistor.fm/s/ef276847  🎙️ On today’s edition of Urban Kube, Shemiza welcomes the multi-talented Farah Soobhan—teacher, artist, and trainee counsellor—for a captivating conversation. They delve into the importance of breaking barriers to make counselling more accessible, blending creativity and compassion to address a crucial topic. 

]]>  🎙️ On today’s edition of Urban Kube, Shemiza welcomes the multi-talented Farah Soobhan—teacher, artist, and trainee counsellor—for a captivating conversation. They delve into the importance of breaking barriers to make counselling more accessible, blending creativity and compassion to address a crucial topic. 

]]> Tue, 24 Dec 2024 10:48:39 +0000 Inspire FM Inspire FM 3153  🎙️ On today’s edition of Urban Kube, Shemiza welcomes the multi-talented Farah Soobhan—teacher, artist, and trainee counsellor—for a captivating conversation. They delve into the importance of breaking barriers to make counselling more accessible, blending creativity and compassion to address a crucial topic. 

]]> arts, culture, fashion, trends, community, initiatives, projects, design, women, contribution, creativity, inspiration, film, activism, change, ideas, interviews No In conversation with Axa Riaz 50 50 In conversation with Axa Riaz full 14b53ba6-7621-4830-8281-0d5d2311ebec https://share.transistor.fm/s/0021cff5 On today's episode, Shemiza delves into the heartwarming world of animal rescue and care with special guests Axa Riaz and Sherbano. Together, they share powerful stories of animals in need—those who rely on human kindness to survive. From tales of resilience to the challenges of providing care, they highlight the critical role that local communities play in this important mission. This episode is more than a conversation—it's a call to action. Discover how you can make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable animals, whether through direct involvement, supporting rescue efforts, or spreading awareness.

Tune in to learn, connect, and be part of the change.

]]> On today's episode, Shemiza delves into the heartwarming world of animal rescue and care with special guests Axa Riaz and Sherbano. Together, they share powerful stories of animals in need—those who rely on human kindness to survive. From tales of resilience to the challenges of providing care, they highlight the critical role that local communities play in this important mission. This episode is more than a conversation—it's a call to action. Discover how you can make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable animals, whether through direct involvement, supporting rescue efforts, or spreading awareness.

Tune in to learn, connect, and be part of the change.

]]> Tue, 17 Dec 2024 11:26:02 +0000 Inspire FM Inspire FM 3153 On today's episode, Shemiza delves into the heartwarming world of animal rescue and care with special guests Axa Riaz and Sherbano. Together, they share powerful stories of animals in need—those who rely on human kindness to survive. From tales of resilience to the challenges of providing care, they highlight the critical role that local communities play in this important mission. This episode is more than a conversation—it's a call to action. Discover how you can make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable animals, whether through direct involvement, supporting rescue efforts, or spreading awareness.

Tune in to learn, connect, and be part of the change.

]]> arts, culture, fashion, trends, community, initiatives, projects, design, women, contribution, creativity, inspiration, film, activism, change, ideas, interviews No In Conversation with Salma Khan 49 49 In Conversation with Salma Khan full f0c1c676-68f0-4e42-89ff-9c1f10442289 https://share.transistor.fm/s/a37eec92  Join Shemiza on The Urban Kube as she has a conversation with Salma Khan from Luton Foodbank about their impactful winter campaign, the community it supports, and the generous donors making a difference. Plus, a delightful detour into Shemiza's love for pastries! 

]]>  Join Shemiza on The Urban Kube as she has a conversation with Salma Khan from Luton Foodbank about their impactful winter campaign, the community it supports, and the generous donors making a difference. Plus, a delightful detour into Shemiza's love for pastries! 

]]> Tue, 10 Dec 2024 10:29:34 +0000 Inspire FM Inspire FM 3153  Join Shemiza on The Urban Kube as she has a conversation with Salma Khan from Luton Foodbank about their impactful winter campaign, the community it supports, and the generous donors making a difference. Plus, a delightful detour into Shemiza's love for pastries! 

]]> arts, culture, fashion, trends, community, initiatives, projects, design, women, contribution, creativity, inspiration, film, activism, change, ideas, interviews No In conversation with Yasmin Sidhwa 48 48 In conversation with Yasmin Sidhwa full 40605165-007d-4585-9e9b-5048f4323d08 https://share.transistor.fm/s/98a9e607 This episode Shemiza is converses with Yasmin Sidhwa, an artistic Director of Mandala Threatre, about the impact of community theatre on global issues.

]]> This episode Shemiza is converses with Yasmin Sidhwa, an artistic Director of Mandala Threatre, about the impact of community theatre on global issues.

]]> Mon, 11 Nov 2024 13:05:19 +0000 Inspire FM Inspire FM 3153 This episode Shemiza is converses with Yasmin Sidhwa, an artistic Director of Mandala Threatre, about the impact of community theatre on global issues.

]]> arts, culture, fashion, trends, community, initiatives, projects, design, women, contribution, creativity, inspiration, film, activism, change, ideas, interviews No In Conversation with Hasina Rahman 47 47 In Conversation with Hasina Rahman full 868507cf-7c1e-4f03-9ea1-f8b9b89e4adc https://share.transistor.fm/s/717c28fc On today's episode Shemiza converses with Hasina Rahman, the founder and owner of Pink Diamond Martial Arts. They speak about the connection between fitness and mental wellbeing, as well as Hasina's nomination for Female Coach of the Year at the Muslim Sports Awards 2024.

]]> On today's episode Shemiza converses with Hasina Rahman, the founder and owner of Pink Diamond Martial Arts. They speak about the connection between fitness and mental wellbeing, as well as Hasina's nomination for Female Coach of the Year at the Muslim Sports Awards 2024.

]]> Tue, 22 Oct 2024 14:38:32 +0100 Inspire FM Inspire FM 3144 On today's episode Shemiza converses with Hasina Rahman, the founder and owner of Pink Diamond Martial Arts. They speak about the connection between fitness and mental wellbeing, as well as Hasina's nomination for Female Coach of the Year at the Muslim Sports Awards 2024.

]]> arts, culture, fashion, trends, community, initiatives, projects, design, women, contribution, creativity, inspiration, film, activism, change, ideas, interviews No In conversation with Nina Nadia - Investigations Data Scientist and Trainee Mountain Leader 46 46 In conversation with Nina Nadia - Investigations Data Scientist and Trainee Mountain Leader full e19a31ab-8060-4bbc-a375-ce5ef32aadbc https://share.transistor.fm/s/0b398191 🎙️ On today's episode of the Urban Kube, Shemiza converses with Nina Nadia, an investigations data scientist and trainee mountain leader. They discuss her transition from a biological scientist to a data scientist, as well as her hiking anecdotes.

]]> 🎙️ On today's episode of the Urban Kube, Shemiza converses with Nina Nadia, an investigations data scientist and trainee mountain leader. They discuss her transition from a biological scientist to a data scientist, as well as her hiking anecdotes.

]]> Mon, 23 Sep 2024 13:28:47 +0100 Inspire FM Inspire FM 3139 🎙️ On today's episode of the Urban Kube, Shemiza converses with Nina Nadia, an investigations data scientist and trainee mountain leader. They discuss her transition from a biological scientist to a data scientist, as well as her hiking anecdotes.

]]> arts, culture, fashion, trends, community, initiatives, projects, design, women, contribution, creativity, inspiration, film, activism, change, ideas, interviews No In conversation with Abu Yahya - The Art of Calligraphy 45 45 In conversation with Abu Yahya - The Art of Calligraphy full dacb8b84-b7c5-4a50-a981-713397b84127 https://share.transistor.fm/s/5df899ad 🎙️ On today's episode of the Urban Kube, Shemiza is joined by Abu Yahya, an artist and calligrapher who is currently in residence at Wardown House Museum. They discuss the calligraphy workshops that he is currently running, as well as his upcoming exhibition.

]]> 🎙️ On today's episode of the Urban Kube, Shemiza is joined by Abu Yahya, an artist and calligrapher who is currently in residence at Wardown House Museum. They discuss the calligraphy workshops that he is currently running, as well as his upcoming exhibition.

]]> Mon, 23 Sep 2024 13:17:04 +0100 Inspire FM Inspire FM 3139 🎙️ On today's episode of the Urban Kube, Shemiza is joined by Abu Yahya, an artist and calligrapher who is currently in residence at Wardown House Museum. They discuss the calligraphy workshops that he is currently running, as well as his upcoming exhibition.

]]> arts, culture, fashion, trends, community, initiatives, projects, design, women, contribution, creativity, inspiration, film, activism, change, ideas, interviews No The importance of reading and reflection 44 44 The importance of reading and reflection full 82108938-66d3-4b64-ac65-d24d38970e53 https://share.transistor.fm/s/468d4760 🎙️ On today's edition of the Urban Kube, Shemiza is joined by Imrana Mahmood, a creative producer and the founder of Dar Aminah Book Club. They discuss the 10th anniversary of the book club, as well as the importance of multilingual literacy in line with this year's theme for International Literacy Day.

]]> 🎙️ On today's edition of the Urban Kube, Shemiza is joined by Imrana Mahmood, a creative producer and the founder of Dar Aminah Book Club. They discuss the 10th anniversary of the book club, as well as the importance of multilingual literacy in line with this year's theme for International Literacy Day.

]]> Wed, 11 Sep 2024 18:03:24 +0100 Inspire FM Inspire FM 2759 🎙️ On today's edition of the Urban Kube, Shemiza is joined by Imrana Mahmood, a creative producer and the founder of Dar Aminah Book Club. They discuss the 10th anniversary of the book club, as well as the importance of multilingual literacy in line with this year's theme for International Literacy Day.

]]> arts, culture, fashion, trends, community, initiatives, projects, design, women, contribution, creativity, inspiration, film, activism, change, ideas, interviews No In conversation with Samia Aziz - Diverse summer book reads 43 43 In conversation with Samia Aziz - Diverse summer book reads full b595b79e-0671-4291-99b8-b3bced857f1a https://share.transistor.fm/s/8960e560 On todays episode Shamiza talks to Samia Aziz about different types of books to read over summer, such as educational and fiction books, to stay creative and productive during summer.

]]> On todays episode Shamiza talks to Samia Aziz about different types of books to read over summer, such as educational and fiction books, to stay creative and productive during summer.

]]> Thu, 15 Aug 2024 19:10:53 +0100 Inspire FM Inspire FM 3141 On todays episode Shamiza talks to Samia Aziz about different types of books to read over summer, such as educational and fiction books, to stay creative and productive during summer.

]]> arts, culture, fashion, trends, community, initiatives, projects, design, women, contribution, creativity, inspiration, film, activism, change, ideas, interviews No Inclusive Cultural Fashion 42 42 Inclusive Cultural Fashion full 15a9a27b-afdb-4cba-bb13-50f28d5485b3 https://share.transistor.fm/s/15748f73 On today's show sister Shemiza talks to, multi award winning Fashion designer, Aneesa Kiani about her journey in the fashion industry and the globalisation of different types of fashion, inclusive of different cultures.

]]> On today's show sister Shemiza talks to, multi award winning Fashion designer, Aneesa Kiani about her journey in the fashion industry and the globalisation of different types of fashion, inclusive of different cultures.

]]> Thu, 25 Jul 2024 18:24:35 +0100 Inspire FM Inspire FM 3141 On today's show sister Shemiza talks to, multi award winning Fashion designer, Aneesa Kiani about her journey in the fashion industry and the globalisation of different types of fashion, inclusive of different cultures.

]]> arts, culture, fashion, trends, community, initiatives, projects, design, women, contribution, creativity, inspiration, film, activism, change, ideas, interviews No Life Lessons Around The Dinner Table 41 41 Life Lessons Around The Dinner Table full 0160047d-86be-4d23-a1ae-ecbb1a3a35a8 https://share.transistor.fm/s/b957fe36 Sister Shemiza Speaks to Author, Athlete & Organisational Leadership and Wellbeing Coach Sujel Miah

]]> Sister Shemiza Speaks to Author, Athlete & Organisational Leadership and Wellbeing Coach Sujel Miah

]]> Tue, 16 Jul 2024 14:27:10 +0100 Inspire FM Inspire FM 3141 Sister Shemiza Speaks to Author, Athlete & Organisational Leadership and Wellbeing Coach Sujel Miah

]]> arts, culture, fashion, trends, community, initiatives, projects, design, women, contribution, creativity, inspiration, film, activism, change, ideas, interviews No Eco Modest Fashion 40 40 Eco Modest Fashion full 8d2f5bf3-ec42-42ee-8826-d3ca53ac64fb https://share.transistor.fm/s/dabdcbeb Mon, 24 Feb 2020 10:00:00 +0000 Inspire FM Inspire FM 6216 This week on The Urban Kube, host Shemiza talks eco modest fashion with guest Saima Siddiqui, and about the book 'The Muslim Children's Book Festival' with author Yasmin Egala. This week on The Urban Kube, host Shemiza talks eco modest fashion with guest Saima Siddiqui, and about the book 'The Muslim Children's Book Festival' with author Yasmin Egala. arts, culture, fashion, trends, community, initiatives, projects, design, women, contribution, creativity, inspiration, film, activism, change, ideas, interviews No Islam - Strength and a Moral Compass 39 39 Islam - Strength and a Moral Compass full e26800d8-0cdd-4232-8c85-ed3731ed68aa https://share.transistor.fm/s/673bcf87 Mon, 17 Feb 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Inspire FM Inspire FM 6228 On this episode of the Urban Kube, Sister Shemiza is joined by Mohitur Rahman, Rizwan Wadan and Imaan Wadan to talk about how Islam can give strength and a moral compass to the multiple extinctions being faced on our planet, and the vision to launch the first British Muslim film institute. On this episode of the Urban Kube, Sister Shemiza is joined by Mohitur Rahman, Rizwan Wadan and Imaan Wadan to talk about how Islam can give strength and a moral compass to the multiple extinctions being faced on our planet, and the vision to launch the f arts, culture, fashion, trends, community, initiatives, projects, design, women, contribution, creativity, inspiration, film, activism, change, ideas, interviews No Mental Health 38 38 Mental Health full cbc6dbf3-7822-49dd-a13f-74e2c882c28c https://share.transistor.fm/s/36c5a19c Mon, 03 Feb 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Inspire FM Inspire FM 6225 On this episode of The Urban Kube, Sister Shemiza is delighted to be joined by guest Husnah, to discuss the important topic of Mental Health. On this episode of The Urban Kube, Sister Shemiza is delighted to be joined by guest Husnah, to discuss the important topic of Mental Health. arts, culture, fashion, trends, community, initiatives, projects, design, women, contribution, creativity, inspiration, film, activism, change, ideas, interviews No 10 Ways to be the Better You 37 37 10 Ways to be the Better You full 83d04240-3025-4f51-8633-b27d17b43da4 https://share.transistor.fm/s/da3b500e Haneefah Muhammad:
1. Facebook: Haneefah Muhammad
2. Instagram: haneefahmuhammadempowers
3. Twitter: @gobeyondu

]]> Haneefah Muhammad:
1. Facebook: Haneefah Muhammad
2. Instagram: haneefahmuhammadempowers
3. Twitter: @gobeyondu

]]> Mon, 13 Jan 2020 10:00:00 +0000 Inspire FM Inspire FM 6226 Shemiza is delighted to be joined by the magnificent performance poet and author Haneefah Muhammad, with the conversation around 'Being the better you'. Shemiza is delighted to be joined by the magnificent performance poet and author Haneefah Muhammad, with the conversation around 'Being the better you'. arts, culture, fashion, trends, community, initiatives, projects, design, women, contribution, creativity, inspiration, film, activism, change, ideas, interviews No Being the Better You 36 36 Being the Better You full 0133adf1-a289-44e0-986f-e889965694a5 https://share.transistor.fm/s/cced20fe Mon, 06 Jan 2020 10:00:00 +0000 Inspire FM Inspire FM 6194 On the Urban Kube Shemiza talks about being the better you. She is joined by the utterly awesome Celebrity chef, author of Perfectly Easy Indian Cooking and presenter of the show for The love of food - Shahnaz Ayub. Plus fabulous Hajra Khan; producer, fashion consultant, journalist and actress in the new Muslim super hero comedy series. On the Urban Kube Shemiza talks about being the better you. She is joined by the utterly awesome Celebrity chef, author of Perfectly Easy Indian Cooking and presenter of the show for The love of food - Shahnaz Ayub. Plus fabulous Hajra Khan; producer, arts, culture, fashion, trends, community, initiatives, projects, design, women, contribution, creativity, inspiration, film, activism, change, ideas, interviews No Naima B Robert | Inam Malik | Zahoor Hussain 34 34 Naima B Robert | Inam Malik | Zahoor Hussain full 611b35a2-00bb-44ff-a153-17b63d8aa229 https://share.transistor.fm/s/11d18bd5 Mon, 16 Dec 2019 10:00:00 +0000 Inspire FM Inspire FM 6230 On this episode of the Urban Kube: Author and Poet Naima B Robert talks about her online masterclass Redefining the D word (Divorce) Humanitarian and activist Inam Malik discusses the Human Appeal Comedy takeover. Plus he talks about the Award winning Trojan Horse Play that comes to Luton in 2020. Zahoor Hussain shares his work as the Chair of Humanity Unites a charity helping the homeless in Burton upon Trent. On this episode of the Urban Kube: Author and Poet Naima B Robert talks about her online masterclass Redefining the D word (Divorce) Humanitarian and activist Inam Malik discusses the Human Appeal Comedy takeover. Plus he talks about the Award winning arts, culture, fashion, trends, community, initiatives, projects, design, women, contribution, creativity, inspiration, film, activism, change, ideas, interviews No Adeyinka Akinrinade | Summaya Lee | Parvez Qadir | Rukhsana Ahmad 35 35 Adeyinka Akinrinade | Summaya Lee | Parvez Qadir | Rukhsana Ahmad full 55cb124a-c913-4fdc-86ef-16e6c7739d86 https://share.transistor.fm/s/6aba6a6b Mon, 09 Dec 2019 10:00:00 +0000 Inspire FM Inspire FM 6257 On this episode Adeyinka Akinrinade actress, film producer, Co-founder of the theater company 'The Basement Bunch' and producer of Making Fatiha', shares her upcoming writing workshop for young Muslim writers led by comedian Fatiha El-Ghorri. Summaya Lee talks about Judging the recent Young Muslim Writers awards 2019. Summaya is a former teacher and author of The Story of Maha (shortlisted for the Commonwealth Writers Prize and Long-listed for the Sunday Times Fiction Award). Teacher and Creative producer Parvez Qadir discusses his ground breaking projects, Blurred Lines a short film tackling child criminal exploitation and the dangers of modern slavery, 'Crossing the Line' a monologue on a tour in 2019 and his upcoming project ' Change the narrative', a film about what it means to be a British Muslim female? Also delighted to be joined by Rukhsana Ahmad notable award winning playwright, writer and translator whose work has been featured across stage, screen and BBC radio. Rukhsana is the Co founder of Kali Theatre company. On this episode Adeyinka Akinrinade actress, film producer, Co-founder of the theater company 'The Basement Bunch' and producer of Making Fatiha', shares her upcoming writing workshop for young Muslim writers led by comedian Fatiha El-Ghorri. Summaya arts, culture, fashion, trends, community, initiatives, projects, design, women, contribution, creativity, inspiration, film, activism, change, ideas, interviews No Risk Management | I have Two Names 33 33 Risk Management | I have Two Names full 611db7c1-537a-428f-bdb8-9f463348f99d https://share.transistor.fm/s/a5cf1f93 Mon, 18 Nov 2019 10:00:00 +0000 Inspire FM Inspire FM 6203 Shemiza is joined by international Risk Management Consultant, multi-award-winning Business Development Trainer, Coach, Mentor and consultant Majid Waris. Discussing business marketting tips ... Digital detox and fatherhood. Plus Ahmed Najar, Palestinian director talking about his new play 'I have two names' Shemiza is joined by international Risk Management Consultant, multi-award-winning Business Development Trainer, Coach, Mentor and consultant Majid Waris. Discussing business marketting tips ... Digital detox and fatherhood. Plus Ahmed Najar, Palestinian arts, culture, fashion, trends, community, initiatives, projects, design, women, contribution, creativity, inspiration, film, activism, change, ideas, interviews No Activism | Poet Laureate | Autism hour at the mosque | Trojan Horse Play 32 32 Activism | Poet Laureate | Autism hour at the mosque | Trojan Horse Play full 46ee8532-57b6-4002-8000-238e0950c5cb https://share.transistor.fm/s/8117d5a3 Mon, 11 Nov 2019 10:00:00 +0000 Inspire FM Inspire FM 6198 Back on air after 2 weeks, Shemiza is and joined by Moriam Grillo sharing her project leading on the UN led 16daysofactivism #TheButterflyeffect. Peterborough newly crowned poet Laureate Malika Speaks performing her winning spoken word piece 'Alignment '. Thanks to Sadia Hussain for sharing her feedback from the awesome 'Autism hour in the Mosque' event held at a local Mosque over the weekend. Finally Madiha Ansari was on the phone to talk about the Trojan Horse Play Tour showcasing at the Battersea arts center. Back on air after 2 weeks, Shemiza is and joined by Moriam Grillo sharing her project leading on the UN led 16daysofactivism #TheButterflyeffect. Peterborough newly crowned poet Laureate Malika Speaks performing her winning spoken word piece 'Alignment arts, culture, fashion, trends, community, initiatives, projects, design, women, contribution, creativity, inspiration, film, activism, change, ideas, interviews No Mother Tongue | Women from Kashmir | Urdu | Inspiration & Mindset 31 31 Mother Tongue | Women from Kashmir | Urdu | Inspiration & Mindset full 2df18461-48ce-493d-9c59-294cf0e4a8ad https://share.transistor.fm/s/10d7588b Mon, 14 Oct 2019 10:00:00 +0100 Inspire FM Inspire FM 6262 Discussing the art of language, particular speaking in your native tongue, with mother of 5, Sophina Khan an advanced Aesthetics Practitioner (with her own clinic), qualified cardiology nurse, blogger, makeup artist & successful entrepreneur. Aleena Din a Cambridge university alumni and PhD history student at the University of Oxford. Discusses her research on the migration and settlement of women from Azad Kashmir, Pakistan to the UK, between 1962-2002. She highlights the vast contribution Muslim and Pakistani women have made to British society by collecting the testimony of migrant and 1st generation women, so that they are no longer invisible. Taimur Rehman also known as Qasid Taimur is an internationally celebrated Urdu Literate, poet and writer from Pakistan who is reviving the lost poetic art of the Urdu language. Musart Ellaahi, Mindset Coach, International Award winning inspirational speaker, TV host. And an Ambassador for the She Awards. Discussing the art of language, particular speaking in your native tongue, with mother of 5, Sophina Khan an advanced Aesthetics Practitioner (with her own clinic), qualified cardiology nurse, blogger, makeup artist & successful entrepreneur. Aleen arts, culture, fashion, trends, community, initiatives, projects, design, women, contribution, creativity, inspiration, film, activism, change, ideas, interviews No Climate Justice | Engagement 30 30 Climate Justice | Engagement full 0997a93f-ad16-4873-b019-af8796622684 https://share.transistor.fm/s/8df9d988 Mon, 07 Oct 2019 10:00:00 +0100 Inspire FM Inspire FM 6252 Guests share their thoughts around climate Justice and engaging their organisations and communities to tackle climate change. Zidan Querishi of Salaam Charity. Zunaira Malik of Action for Conservation discussing her participation at the Green party conference. Ryan Gray of Uprising sharing young people's environmental leadership programme. Ferdousi Nisa Jahan photographer and digital installation assistant talking about Lutopia VR game launching at the Town Hall in Luton. Guests share their thoughts around climate Justice and engaging their organisations and communities to tackle climate change. Zidan Querishi of Salaam Charity. Zunaira Malik of Action for Conservation discussing her participation at the Green party arts, culture, fashion, trends, community, initiatives, projects, design, women, contribution, creativity, inspiration, film, activism, change, ideas, interviews No Healthy Heart | Puppetry 29 29 Healthy Heart | Puppetry full c6078837-a107-4a22-b621-772c7cae02f9 https://share.transistor.fm/s/4dd96e8f Mon, 30 Sep 2019 10:00:00 +0100 Inspire FM Inspire FM 6228 What makes your heart smile? Is what Shemiza Is asking on national healthy heart day. She is also joined by multidisciplinary artist and puppeteer Jum Faruk talking about her new theatre piece exploring the stories of her late father. What makes your heart smile? Is what Shemiza Is asking on national healthy heart day. She is also joined by multidisciplinary artist and puppeteer Jum Faruk talking about her new theatre piece exploring the stories of her late father. arts, culture, fashion, trends, community, initiatives, projects, design, women, contribution, creativity, inspiration, film, activism, change, ideas, interviews No Community Compassion | Cohesion | Fundraising | University | Well-being 28 28 Community Compassion | Cohesion | Fundraising | University | Well-being full 3790378f-3af4-41f3-add2-d68795c00f4e https://share.transistor.fm/s/cfa402ef Mon, 23 Sep 2019 10:00:00 +0100 Inspire FM Inspire FM 6262 Talking community compassion on national happiness at work day with Salma khan from the Luton Foodbank discussing the family fun run in memory of sister Amara. Celebrity chef Shahnaz Ayub discusses well-being at the age 50 and advice for parents sending children to university. Imran Hameed of Foodbank and Bearded Broz shares his jounery of Islamic compassion and community cohesion. Etisham khan talks of how he completed the 3 peaks challenge to fundraise for FOBE and venturing on an apprenticeship rather than university that led him successfully working in the City of London in a leading firm. Talking community compassion on national happiness at work day with Salma khan from the Luton Foodbank discussing the family fun run in memory of sister Amara. Celebrity chef Shahnaz Ayub discusses well-being at the age 50 and advice for parents sendin arts, culture, fashion, trends, community, initiatives, projects, design, women, contribution, creativity, inspiration, film, activism, change, ideas, interviews No Climate Change & Hajj | 3 Peak Challenge | Muslim contribution in WW2 | Prevent 27 27 Climate Change & Hajj | 3 Peak Challenge | Muslim contribution in WW2 | Prevent full 26e5c07c-604e-4782-a60c-65ba91ff3916 https://share.transistor.fm/s/c05547f1 Mon, 02 Sep 2019 10:00:00 +0100 Inspire FM Inspire FM 6253 On Monday morning’s Urban Kube Shemiza speaks to Maria Zafar of Islamic Relief discussing how climate change is rapidly impacting the way pilgrims will perform Hajj, local entrepreneur Bilal Hussain on his 3 peak challenge—Ben Nevis, Scaffold Pikes and Snowdon in 24 hours—to raise awareness and fundraise for a local disability and respite service Friends of Bright Eyes. She is also joined by historian, social and political commentator and counter terrorism specialist Jahan Mahmood. Discussing the contribution of Muslims and South Asians in World War 2, and how this knowledge can help to counter the negative narrative around immigration. He will also be talking about his role in counter-terrorism and discussing ineffectiveness of the Prevent strategy and why it’s time for change? On Monday morning’s Urban Kube Shemiza speaks to Maria Zafar of Islamic Relief discussing how climate change is rapidly impacting the way pilgrims will perform Hajj, local entrepreneur Bilal Hussain on his 3 peak challenge—Ben Nevis, Scaffold Pikes and Sn arts, culture, fashion, trends, community, initiatives, projects, design, women, contribution, creativity, inspiration, film, activism, change, ideas, interviews No Inspiring Careers | Poetry 26 26 Inspiring Careers | Poetry full 67b8aeac-e2ee-498d-8dc0-cac4285d69c3 https://share.transistor.fm/s/4d5f22d9 Mon, 19 Aug 2019 10:00:00 +0100 Inspire FM Inspire FM 6210 This weeks edition of the Urban Kube. Shemiza talks about the inspiring career journeys of character artist and games illustrator Zakiah Abdullah, pharmacist and poet Rabiah Abdullah, writer and poet Hanan Issa and entrepreneur and consultant Muhammad Malik. This weeks edition of the Urban Kube. Shemiza talks about the inspiring career journeys of character artist and games illustrator Zakiah Abdullah, pharmacist and poet Rabiah Abdullah, writer and poet Hanan Issa and entrepreneur and consultant Muhammad Mal arts, culture, fashion, trends, community, initiatives, projects, design, women, contribution, creativity, inspiration, film, activism, change, ideas, interviews No Creative Events 25 25 Creative Events full 0d8f15d6-0031-4172-a695-26c2c97d01ef https://share.transistor.fm/s/64f41847 Mon, 05 Aug 2019 10:00:00 +0100 Inspire FM Inspire FM 6261 On the show today Shemiza is joined by business development consultant and charity fundraiser Suduf Chaudhary and Creative producer Imrana Mahmood to talk about creative events across Luton town to get family and children involved. On the show today Shemiza is joined by business development consultant and charity fundraiser Suduf Chaudhary and Creative producer Imrana Mahmood to talk about creative events across Luton town to get family and children involved. arts, culture, fashion, trends, community, initiatives, projects, design, women, contribution, creativity, inspiration, film, activism, change, ideas, interviews No Spoken Word 24 24 Spoken Word full 4b40a027-0bf5-4b35-9ca3-243984eebf24 https://share.transistor.fm/s/50ccfc12 Mon, 29 Jul 2019 10:00:00 +0100 Inspire FM Inspire FM 6257 Holidays have started and the force of nature that is Shemiza speaks to talented spoken word artists Kamil Mahmood, published poet/dentist and Amina Attiq, activists/performance poet Holidays have started and the force of nature that is Shemiza speaks to talented spoken word artists Kamil Mahmood, published poet/dentist and Amina Attiq, activists/performance poet arts, culture, fashion, trends, community, initiatives, projects, design, women, contribution, creativity, inspiration, film, activism, change, ideas, interviews No Women's MMA | Poetry | Muslim women in prison 23 23 Women's MMA | Poetry | Muslim women in prison full dff7655f-e87e-4752-a8d9-94f9dc7cecf4 https://share.transistor.fm/s/3a5ad5ea Mon, 22 Jul 2019 10:00:00 +0100 Inspire FM Inspire FM 6258 On this edition of the Urban Kube sister Shemiza is joined by Hasina Rehman, a black belt in kickboxing, karate, Muay Thai and a registered Self Defence & MMA Coach. She’s also the founder of a female only Martial arts club. We also have Haneefah Muhammad in the studio, a spoken word poet and empowerment coach whose poetry explores spirituality, wellbeing and social justice. Her recently published book ‘My Soul Purpose’ is a collection of poems about living, loving and learning. Plus we’re joined by Sofia Buncy, the founder and national co-ordinator of the Muslim Women in Prison Rehabilitation project. Sofia will be discussing her new report #SistersInDesistance & what a culturally informed & grassroots driven rehabilitation model looks like for Muslim women prisoners returning back to communities. On this edition of the Urban Kube sister Shemiza is joined by Hasina Rehman, a black belt in kickboxing, karate, Muay Thai and a registered Self Defence & MMA Coach. She’s also the founder of a female only Martial arts club. We also have Haneefah M arts, culture, fashion, trends, community, initiatives, projects, design, women, contribution, creativity, inspiration, film, activism, change, ideas, interviews No Poetry | Makeup and hairstyling | Art | 22 22 Poetry | Makeup and hairstyling | Art | full 176a9f8e-1026-487c-9850-b7d3c2cbd920 https://share.transistor.fm/s/f617b5c7 Mon, 15 Jul 2019 10:00:00 +0100 Inspire FM Inspire FM 6252 This week on the Urban Kube show, we're catching up with creative conversations on the Urban Kube this morning with live poetry from upcoming spoken word artist Jamilah El. We're also getting all the summer looks with Local professional makeup and hairstylist Hasna Mumen and learning the universal language of art with visual artist sculptor and art activist Shahida Ahmed. This week on the Urban Kube show, we're catching up with creative conversations on the Urban Kube this morning with live poetry from upcoming spoken word artist Jamilah El. We're also getting all the summer looks with Local professional makeup and hair arts, culture, fashion, trends, community, initiatives, projects, design, women, contribution, creativity, inspiration, film, activism, change, ideas, interviews No Hijab and Hero Vibe | Islamic Art and Heritage Festival | British Muslim Heritage 21 21 Hijab and Hero Vibe | Islamic Art and Heritage Festival | British Muslim Heritage full db7de486-f96c-49c1-a01c-042a01bc10d7 https://share.transistor.fm/s/743438ca Mon, 08 Jul 2019 10:00:00 +0100 Inspire FM Inspire FM 6277 This morning on the Urban Kube Show, Sister Shemiza is joined by local entrepreneur, social worker, community activist and poet; Hasna Weaver, as well as Abdul Malik Tailor, Britain's first professionally qualified Muslim tour guide who established Muslim History Tours. They will be discussing the Islamic art and heritage festival being held at Waltham, London. This morning on the Urban Kube Show, Sister Shemiza is joined by local entrepreneur, social worker, community activist and poet; Hasna Weaver, as well as Abdul Malik Tailor, Britain's first professionally qualified Muslim tour guide who established Muslim arts, culture, fashion, trends, community, initiatives, projects, design, women, contribution, creativity, inspiration, film, activism, change, ideas, interviews No Ice cream | Careers | Europe’s biggest Palestine Expo | 20 20 Ice cream | Careers | Europe’s biggest Palestine Expo | full 2304c0d5-2eca-461a-aa68-c67e859def50 https://share.transistor.fm/s/edddf58c Mon, 01 Jul 2019 10:00:00 +0100 Inspire FM Inspire FM 6196 On this edition of the Urban Kube, Sister Shemiza is talking ice cream, careers and Europe’s biggest Palestine Expo. She is joined by Published Poet & Playwriter Hafsah Aneela Bashir; Award-Winning Actor Asif Khan; and Lawyer & Activist Farheen Ahmed. On this edition of the Urban Kube, Sister Shemiza is talking ice cream, careers and Europe’s biggest Palestine Expo. She is joined by Published Poet & Playwriter Hafsah Aneela Bashir; Award-Winning Actor Asif Khan; and Lawyer & Activist Farheen A arts, culture, fashion, trends, community, initiatives, projects, design, women, contribution, creativity, inspiration, film, activism, change, ideas, interviews No Well & Wise Room | The Flood Movie | Revolutions Arts 19 19 Well & Wise Room | The Flood Movie | Revolutions Arts full 03025f5e-1c3f-4f02-8433-468220016a6a https://share.transistor.fm/s/16b3c502 Mon, 24 Jun 2019 10:00:00 +0100 Inspire FM Inspire FM 6272 Shemiza catches up with Claudette on events at the Well & Wise Room, actor Shahj Miah joins the show to discuss the film the Flood and Imrana returns to share community projects at Revolution Arts. Shemiza catches up with Claudette on events at the Well & Wise Room, actor Shahj Miah joins the show to discuss the film the Flood and Imrana returns to share community projects at Revolution Arts. arts, culture, fashion, trends, community, initiatives, projects, design, women, contribution, creativity, inspiration, film, activism, change, ideas, interviews No Women connecting Women | Make-up | Inspire Eid 18 18 Women connecting Women | Make-up | Inspire Eid full 0dc1a830-62b5-4ca3-9474-2da14a244564 https://share.transistor.fm/s/23c52c95 Inspire Eid 2019

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]]> Mon, 10 Jun 2019 10:00:00 +0100 Inspire FM Inspire FM 6270 Shemiza is joined by Biomedical Scientist (Haematology), Celebrity makeup-artist, educator, mentor and one of the co-founders and currently the vice-chairperson of Women connecting Women; Khalida Ahmed. We get to hear great beauty tips and the forthcoming Women Connecting Women -Wellbeing, Health and Nutrition event. We also review the Inspire Eid event and find out about an award-winning meal at LTFC. Shemiza is joined by Biomedical Scientist (Haematology), Celebrity makeup-artist, educator, mentor and one of the co-founders and currently the vice-chairperson of Women connecting Women; Khalida Ahmed. We get to hear great beauty tips and the forthco arts, culture, fashion, trends, community, initiatives, projects, design, women, contribution, creativity, inspiration, film, activism, change, ideas, interviews No Poetry & Spoken Word | Cannes Film Festival | Inspire Eid 17 17 Poetry & Spoken Word | Cannes Film Festival | Inspire Eid full b0e26c99-0995-499c-9f64-4fe5ef0a588d https://share.transistor.fm/s/7ce3b04a Mon, 27 May 2019 10:00:00 +0100 Inspire FM Inspire FM 6270 On the this bank holiday edition of Urban Kube, spoken word poet Malika Speaks launches her new poem around mental health. Together with Asim the Poet, who will performing his poem on Ramadhan. We’re also joined by award-winning documentary filmmaker Aneel Ahmad sharing his short film Babli which recently premiered at the Cannes Film Festival. On the this bank holiday edition of Urban Kube, spoken word poet Malika Speaks launches her new poem around mental health. Together with Asim the Poet, who will performing his poem on Ramadhan. We’re also joined by award-winning documentary filmmaker A arts, culture, fashion, trends, community, initiatives, projects, design, women, contribution, creativity, inspiration, film, activism, change, ideas, interviews No Ethical Iftar | Revision Tips | Poetry | Art in the Park 16 16 Ethical Iftar | Revision Tips | Poetry | Art in the Park full 8fc9102d-d9f8-4532-b593-bd8ebcac3b60 https://share.transistor.fm/s/dd8bd236 Mon, 20 May 2019 10:00:00 +0100 Inspire FM Inspire FM 6259 This morning on the Urban Kube, activist Sarah Mohammed talked about the Rabbani projects green deen Ethical Iftar. We got revision tips from Teacher and Halal food blogger Lili Khan. We find out why Lili is supporting the #comeiftarwithme dining experience to fundraise for Salam charity. A live spoken word performance by poet and political lyricist Elena Kafrtkarimi, author of the book ‘Mesopotamian Maverick'. Art in the park is back and so was Anouar Kassim MBE; he talked about what is on offer at the award-winning Eid Festival as it celebrates its 11th year in Milton Keynes. This morning on the Urban Kube, activist Sarah Mohammed talked about the Rabbani projects green deen Ethical Iftar. We got revision tips from Teacher and Halal food blogger Lili Khan. We find out why Lili is supporting the #comeiftarwithme dining exper arts, culture, fashion, trends, community, initiatives, projects, design, women, contribution, creativity, inspiration, film, activism, change, ideas, interviews No #First100years Women In Legal Profession | Quranic Installation At Ramadan Tent | Ramadan Nutrition Plan 15 15 #First100years Women In Legal Profession | Quranic Installation At Ramadan Tent | Ramadan Nutrition Plan full aaeee073-fcb7-4228-b3e6-6aa7d89f2e41 https://share.transistor.fm/s/a7bef68d Mon, 13 May 2019 11:00:00 +0100 Inspire FM Inspire FM 6190 On this edition of the Urban Kube sister Shemiza is joined by TV Presenter and Producer Nadia Hussein, Human Rights Activist Shabina Begum, PT and Nutritionist Bilal Gohar and Creative Director Arberor Hadri. On this edition of the Urban Kube sister Shemiza is joined by TV Presenter and Producer Nadia Hussein, Human Rights Activist Shabina Begum, PT and Nutritionist Bilal Gohar and Creative Director Arberor Hadri. arts, culture, fashion, trends, community, initiatives, projects, design, women, contribution, creativity, inspiration, film, activism, change, ideas, interviews No Plastic Free Ramadan | Tips for Reverts during Ramadan 14 14 Plastic Free Ramadan | Tips for Reverts during Ramadan full f230959d-8314-4b6b-bc49-257087b1ff66 https://share.transistor.fm/s/b5a01d40 Mon, 06 May 2019 11:00:00 +0100 Inspire FM Inspire FM 7769 It’s the first Urban Kube with sister Shemiza across the blessed month of Ramadhan! We find out how to make Ramadhan plastic free with Jumana Moon. Jumana is a storyteller and Child Psychotherapist living in east London. She sees environmental responsibility as an essential part of faith. Also joining us is Rosa Gallo. Rosa is a creative writer and blogger from Luton with a fun side. Unabashed Sci-fi fan and gamer. She helps to run the Luton Revert Group. It’s the first Urban Kube with sister Shemiza across the blessed month of Ramadhan! We find out how to make Ramadhan plastic free with Jumana Moon. Jumana is a storyteller and Child Psychotherapist living in east London. She sees environmental responsi arts, culture, fashion, trends, community, initiatives, projects, design, women, contribution, creativity, inspiration, film, activism, change, ideas, interviews No Ramadan Preparation | London Marathon | Inspire FM's My Journey 13 13 Ramadan Preparation | London Marathon | Inspire FM's My Journey full 5d71682f-8c29-4446-8d67-bec3623dd76e https://share.transistor.fm/s/63155947 Mon, 29 Apr 2019 10:00:00 +0100 Inspire FM Inspire FM 6271 Today on the Urban Kube we're talking to qualified Strength and Conditioning Coach and Certified Exercise and Sports Nutritionist Sabah of SABS Fitness! Sabah shares her Ramadan challenge that'll keep you fit across Ramadhan. We also hear from Sujel Miah who participated in the London Marathon over the weekend. He'll share his fundraising journey and experience of running 26 miles. We'll also speak to Br Tariq about Inspire FM's Ramadhan theme this year. Today on the Urban Kube we're talking to qualified Strength and Conditioning Coach and Certified Exercise and Sports Nutritionist Sabah of SABS Fitness! Sabah shares her Ramadan challenge that'll keep you fit across Ramadhan. We also hear from Sujel Mi arts, culture, fashion, trends, community, initiatives, projects, design, women, contribution, creativity, inspiration, film, activism, change, ideas, interviews No Art Projects | Food in Ramadan | Trending Stories 12 12 Art Projects | Food in Ramadan | Trending Stories full accf4bff-a635-4d7d-a56a-e4ed20cf7fa7 https://share.transistor.fm/s/0a4ca263 Follow us to listen to more exciting podcasts from our daily broadcast at Inspire FM, 105.1. You can hear The Urban Kube every Monday morning from 10am and the repeat that evening from 8PM.

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]]> Mon, 15 Apr 2019 10:00:00 +0100 Inspire FM Inspire FM 6303 Today on the Urban Kube,preparing for Ramadhan with therapist and entrepreneur Asma Sheikh. We're also discussing mental health with Shazia Afzal the Director of Healthy Minds. And helping to empower local women is Lobia Begum the chair of the Women Connecting Women who also joins us. Today on the Urban Kube,preparing for Ramadhan with therapist and entrepreneur Asma Sheikh. We're also discussing mental health with Shazia Afzal the Director of Healthy Minds. And helping to empower local women is Lobia Begum the chair of the Wome arts, culture, fashion, trends, community, initiatives, projects, design, women, contribution, creativity, inspiration, film, activism, change, ideas, interviews No Fundraising, Uniform Exchange, School Holidays & Adorable Children 10 10 Fundraising, Uniform Exchange, School Holidays & Adorable Children full 9a4afdd7-209c-4248-adeb-a54eb6dd2389 https://share.transistor.fm/s/4f86575a Mon, 08 Apr 2019 10:00:00 +0100 Inspire FM Inspire FM 6287 This morning on the Urban Kube, sister Shemiza is joined by fund raising little stars; brothers Haashim and Hassan Kayani. We’re also joined by Husna Rasul who’ll be sharing an exclusive plus the latest news from the Level Trust Uniform Exchange and how she is supporting the charity to ensure every child across Luton has a school uniform. And we’re joined by the very awesome High Performance Mindset Coach, Award Winning International Inspirational Speaker, Author and TV Host; Musart Ellaahi This morning on the Urban Kube, sister Shemiza is joined by fund raising little stars; brothers Haashim and Hassan Kayani. We’re also joined by Husna Rasul who’ll be sharing an exclusive plus the latest news from the Level Trust Uniform Exchange and ho arts, culture, fashion, trends, community, initiatives, projects, design, women, contribution, creativity, inspiration, film, activism, change, ideas, interviews No Echoes of the diaspora, People, Power & Passion, BST & Ramadan Countdown 9 9 Echoes of the diaspora, People, Power & Passion, BST & Ramadan Countdown full f7564c02-f1fc-423f-a3b6-a4e7f546e5a7 https://share.transistor.fm/s/bc438f82 Mon, 01 Apr 2019 18:00:00 +0100 Inspire FM Inspire FM 6308 This morning on The Urban Kube, sister Shemiza was joined by local creative and producer Imrana Mahmood talking about her upcoming event ‘Echoes of the diaspora’ a platform for the voices of Muslim women celebrating these hidden stories. Plus artist Moriam Grillo giving the know-how of the forthcoming ‘People, Power and Passion' event. Shemiza also touches upon British Summer Time, countdown to Ramadan and school holidays. This morning on The Urban Kube, sister Shemiza was joined by local creative and producer Imrana Mahmood talking about her upcoming event ‘Echoes of the diaspora’ a platform for the voices of Muslim women celebrating these hidden stories. Plus artist Mo arts, culture, fashion, trends, community, initiatives, projects, design, women, contribution, creativity, inspiration, film, activism, change, ideas, interviews No Christchurch Terror Attack, Environment, Ethical Fashion, Media & Childhood Obesity 8 8 Christchurch Terror Attack, Environment, Ethical Fashion, Media & Childhood Obesity full 3d84959d-8f62-4885-bfc5-3256b8ed86c8 https://share.transistor.fm/s/47e9774d Mon, 18 Mar 2019 10:00:00 +0000 Inspire FM Inspire FM 6285 On this edition of the Urban Kube, Shemiza talks with Hanan Abdel Khalek, Writer & Filmmaker and Sumera Asghar, on the Christchurch terror attacks, environment and fashion, media and childhood obesity. On this edition of the Urban Kube, Shemiza talks with Hanan Abdel Khalek, Writer & Filmmaker and Sumera Asghar, on the Christchurch terror attacks, environment and fashion, media and childhood obesity. arts, culture, fashion, trends, community, initiatives, projects, design, women, contribution, creativity, inspiration, film, activism, change, ideas, interviews No Napping, Henna and Journalism. 7 7 Napping, Henna and Journalism. full 569f075b-7cb9-493e-b1d4-0656d3569666 https://share.transistor.fm/s/b42c2374 Mon, 11 Mar 2019 10:00:00 +0000 Inspire FM Inspire FM 6300 On this edition of the Urban Kube, Shemiza talks about women in media with broadcast journalist Nabihah Parkar from BBC Look East. We also get to find out why 12 henna artists from around the country are holding workshops for the Rohingya refugees. We speak to entrepreneur and henna artist Lisha Sharif to find out more. On this edition of the Urban Kube, Shemiza talks about women in media with broadcast journalist Nabihah Parkar from BBC Look East. We also get to find out why 12 henna artists from around the country are holding workshops for the Rohingya refugees. We arts, culture, fashion, trends, community, initiatives, projects, design, women, contribution, creativity, inspiration, film, activism, change, ideas, interviews No Sci-fi, Colour Run & Cake 6 6 Sci-fi, Colour Run & Cake full 4dc3295e-a738-4de5-9859-5095439bb041 https://share.transistor.fm/s/9b396075 Mon, 25 Feb 2019 22:00:00 +0000 Inspire FM Inspire FM 6301 The Urban Kube with Shemiza and her guests talking about sci-fi, colour run and cake. Shemiza is joined by gamer, gardener and up coming comedian Rosa Gallo who will be co-hosting our Welcome to Islam Show along with Kerry Mannan. Kerry also joins us and is the Chair of the Luton Reverts group. Salma Khan is also in the studio, adding a bit of colour. Salma is the Manager at Luton Foodbank and will be talking about the colour run that you can be part of. The Urban Kube with Shemiza and her guests talking about sci-fi, colour run and cake. Shemiza is joined by gamer, gardener and up coming comedian Rosa Gallo who will be co-hosting our Welcome to Islam Show along with Kerry Mannan. Kerry also joins us a arts, culture, fashion, trends, community, initiatives, projects, design, women, contribution, creativity, inspiration, film, activism, change, ideas, interviews No Knife Crime, Environment & Mentoring 5 5 Knife Crime, Environment & Mentoring full 7a28aef3-5acc-4d95-82f6-0cdf2524d442 https://share.transistor.fm/s/ec5580d1 Mon, 18 Feb 2019 10:00:00 +0000 Inspire FM Inspire FM 6241 This week on the Urban Kube sister Shemiza is joined by 15-year-old rapper and poet Leo Samuda. He’ll be performing ‘Blade’ ahead of his appearance at the #22secondstomurder event. We catching up with local eco-warrior Zunaira Malik and finding out why she attended the student-led Youth Strike 4 Climate in Bristol. And all the trending stories with mother of 5 - Rozina Butt. Rozina has been a Matrimonial Lawyer for over 20 years and a partner in her own firm - Butt Solicitors. At present, she’s at Denbigh High School mentoring young girls and supporting them with their career choices. This week on the Urban Kube sister Shemiza is joined by 15-year-old rapper and poet Leo Samuda. He’ll be performing ‘Blade’ ahead of his appearance at the #22secondstomurder event. We catching up with local eco-warrior Zunaira Malik and finding out why arts, culture, fashion, trends, community, initiatives, projects, design, women, contribution, creativity, inspiration, film, activism, change, ideas, interviews No Mental Health, Knife Crime and Cancer 4 4 Mental Health, Knife Crime and Cancer full 853a47ef-8c4c-401d-b9ca-8bdb7692663b https://share.transistor.fm/s/98a2d7bc Mon, 11 Feb 2019 10:00:00 +0000 Inspire FM Inspire FM 6251 On this episode of The Urban Kube Shemiza discusses knife crime victims with artist and activist Haleema Ali and community champion Saundra Glenn. Exploring ways to improve mental well being among young people through the art of creative visualisation with Holistic Well being Practitioner Shubina Akhtar. And National Cancer Day and screening with academic and breast cancer survivor Elizabeth Bailey as she highlights her role as a Campaigns Ambassador for the national charity Cancer Research UK. On this episode of The Urban Kube Shemiza discusses knife crime victims with artist and activist Haleema Ali and community champion Saundra Glenn. Exploring ways to improve mental well being among young people through the art of creative visualisation wit arts, culture, fashion, trends, community, initiatives, projects, design, women, contribution, creativity, inspiration, film, activism, change, ideas, interviews No 22 seconds to Murder, Salam Charity and Broadcast Journalism 3 3 22 seconds to Murder, Salam Charity and Broadcast Journalism full d8f0b6f5-c122-4fb9-bf60-5664cbac904b https://share.transistor.fm/s/5fb7a889 Mon, 04 Feb 2019 10:00:00 +0000 Inspire FM Inspire FM 6287 On this episode of the Urban Kube, Sister Shemiza has another dose of art for social action with Farah (Visual Arts) to chat about her work at the ‘22 seconds to Murder’ exhibition exploring the dangers of knife crime. We speak to Zidan Qureshi about the volunteer drive for Salam Charity. We catch up with Sabah Choudhry about her Aziz Foundation funded MA in Broadcast Journalism. Then it’s getting honest with tea talk with LaYinka Sanni. On this episode of the Urban Kube, Sister Shemiza has another dose of art for social action with Farah (Visual Arts) to chat about her work at the ‘22 seconds to Murder’ exhibition exploring the dangers of knife crime. We speak to Zidan Qureshi about the arts, culture, fashion, trends, community, initiatives, projects, design, women, contribution, creativity, inspiration, film, activism, change, ideas, interviews No Good Character 2 2 Good Character full cce7f4ba-9404-4ee2-9e71-271895bc0b74 https://share.transistor.fm/s/1a04608e Mon, 21 Jan 2019 10:00:00 +0000 Inspire FM Inspire FM 6250 On this edition of The Urban Kube, Sr Shemiza is joined by Moroccan French art and design student Khadija Iferden and acclaimed German artist Catrine Val. She is also joined by writer and director Saara Aniqah Malik. Saara presents her debut play, SALAAM. And we're talking about Good Character with local and social entrepreneur Bilal as part of our Good Character week. On this edition of The Urban Kube, Sr Shemiza is joined by Moroccan French art and design student Khadija Iferden and acclaimed German artist Catrine Val. She is also joined by writer and director Saara Aniqah Malik. Saara presents her debut play, SALA arts, culture, fashion, trends, community, initiatives, projects, design, women, contribution, creativity, inspiration, film, activism, change, ideas, interviews No Charity Awareness Week 1 1 Charity Awareness Week full 934c64c5-e8c3-465e-82fe-68cb105e5c62 https://share.transistor.fm/s/b52cc241 Mon, 14 Jan 2019 10:00:00 +0000 Inspire FM Inspire FM 6278 On this edition on the Urban Kube, Sr Shemiza is catching up with Tariq from the Rise and Show & Shine showcasing how the Luton community helped raise 10k for the Winter warm campaign. Also joined by Sudaf Choudary to find out why she is shining the light on girls illiteracy in Pakistan. Also qualified clinical nutritionist and author of Sacred Sunnah super foods ; an illustrated guide to Quranic foods with Karimah Bint Dawoud. Follow us to listen to more exciting podcasts from our daily broadcast at Inspire FM, 105.1. You can hear The Urban Kube every Monday morning from 10am and the repeat that evening from 8PM. On this edition on the Urban Kube, Sr Shemiza is catching up with Tariq from the Rise and Show & Shine showcasing how the Luton community helped raise 10k for the Winter warm campaign. Also joined by Sudaf Choudary to find out why she is shining arts, culture, fashion, trends, community, initiatives, projects, design, women, contribution, creativity, inspiration, film, activism, change, ideas, interviews No