The International Centre for Advanced Islamic Research (ICAIR) is pleased to announce the launch of The ICAIR Podcast — a new platform for thoughtful dialogue on the questions shaping our faith and our future. In each episode, we bring together leading voices from across disciplines and continents to explore the issues that matter most to Muslims today — from spirituality and ethics to community life, modern finance, and emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence. Through accessible yet substantive conversations, we bridge the richness of Islamic scholarship with the complexities of contemporary life. The ICAIR Podcast reflects our wider mission: to keep Islamic thought both rooted and relevant — honouring the depth of our tradition while engaging honestly with the ethical and intellectual challenges of our time. Join us as we ask difficult questions, seek meaningful answers, and build a conversation that honours both our heritage and our future. Episode 1 – Now Live

…I have access to multiple treatments that can keep people alive. I wouldn’t say indefinitely, but for a very long time beyond what what might be reasonable in another context. And so, the the question isn’t so much about what we can do, it’s what we should do.”

How Doctors Face Death: End-of-Life Ethics in Medicine In the opening episode, Dr Iqbal Jaffer, a cardiac surgeon at McMaster University, reflects on the unseen burden of caregiving, the ethical complexity of life-and-death decisions, and how faith offers strength when medicine reaches its limits. Subscribe to the ICAIR YouTube channel and follow ICAIR on social media for updates on upcoming episodes.