Podcast appearances and mentions of brandy scott

10 Jun 2025. Day 2 of our broadcast from Fahid Island - Aldar’s newest megaproject in Abu Dhabi. The island has just become the world’s first Fitwel-certified island. We speak to Joanna Frank, the woman behind the global wellness standard, about what it really takes to create a healthy city. Plus, Aldar’s Cecilia Reinaldo shares details on the island’s first residential launch. And as Abu Dhabi invests in AI, we ask: where will the talent come from?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

09 Jun 2025. The Business Breakfast live from Fahid Island - Aldar’s newest megaproject in Abu Dhabi. From wellness living to world-class education, we find out how the developer plans to transform the island, including the exclusive reveal that King’s College Wimbledon will open a school on site. Plus, we speak to the CEO of Wizz Air Abu Dhabi about Eid travel demand and what summer looks like for the budget carrier.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

03 Jun 2025. Two out of three UAE professionals say they’d change jobs for better pay, but how much of a raise would it take? We speak to Korn Ferry about what workers really want. Plus, we cross live to ADGM to look at Abu Dhabi’s strong financial start to 2025. And Chestertons reports a 50% jump in commercial leasing, we get the details with Andrew Elliott, Director of Commercial Agency.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

02 Jun 2025. OPEC has announced another oil production increase. What does that mean for prices, and for the UAE? We get the view from energy expert Amena Bakr. Plus, HSBC has been asking UAE companies how tariff uncertainty is hitting their bottom line. And we meet two Dubai wellness startups giving business a healthy glow-up: Allez Kit and Humantra.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

30 May 2025. Travel sites are seeing sharp drops in bookings to the US from countries hit by tariffs. Are travellers changing course? We ask Emily Jenkins of DW Travel. Plus, ahead of tomorrow’s OPEC meeting, economist Dan Richards tells us what to expect. And PwC’s Stephen Anderson shares their latest outlook on the global and regional economy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

29 May 2025. The UAE has introduced a new licence for financial content creators, the first of its kind in the region. We speak to Zaina Kamran of Neoslegal about what it means for influencers, platforms, and investor protection. Plus, with the US halting student visa interviews, we ask Madhav Juneja of Crimson Education how it could impact students and the business of education.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

28 May 2025. That's according to Energy Minister Suhail Al Mazrouei. We ask energy expert Robin Mills where that power will come from and how the grid will cope. Plus, M&A activity is heating up in the UAE. We speak to one of the companies involved in the latest deal.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

27 May 2025. Labubu dolls are outselling Barbie, and UAE can’t get enough. We speak to a local retailer about the craze and how they’re keeping up with demand. Plus, the NFL’s go-to agency has bought a Dubai firm, we ask RISE’s Seth Holmes what’s driving their move into Middle East sport. And, meet the man bringing a reservation app to Dubai that promises access to any restaurant in town.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

26 May 2025. Dubai Land Department (DLD) and VARA have launched Prypco Mint, the UAE’s first official tokenized real estate project. From just Dhs2,000, investors can buy a share of a Business Bay apartment. We speak to DLD’s Head of Innovation about what this means for the property market. Plus, with the Emiratisation deadline looming, we look at how AI is helping companies meet their hiring goals.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

23 May 2025. The campus was announced during Donald Trump’s visit last week. We get reaction from AI expert Andreas Hassellof. Plus, with Emirates bookings booming, what does it mean for Skywards members? We speak to Dr. Nejib Ben Kheder, Head of Emirates’ loyalty programme.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

13 May 2025. Markets rally as the US and China agree to slash tariffs, is this the moment tech stocks and investors have been waiting for? We ask top analyst Dan Ives. Plus, ADNOC L&S reports earnings - CFO Nick Gleeson joins us. And we talk digital banking and disruption with Starling Bank CEO Raman Bhatia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

05 May 2025. We ask MD Ramesh Cidambi how much of that is thanks to one viral chocolate bar. Plus, Ian Johnston is stepping down (again) as CEO of the DFSA, is it goodbye for good this time? And ADNOC Gas posts its Q1 earnings, CFO Peter van Driel joins us live with the numbers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

02 May 2025 - More than 4.5 million travellers passed through Sharjah International Airport during the first quarter of 2025. It's an 8 per cent increase compared to the same period last year. Private aircraft handling services provider Gama Aviation's Tom Murphy joins The Business Breakfast team to discuss air traffic increase and their investment in Sharjah that costs millions of dollars. Brandy Scott also speaks with Peter Zemsky about INSEAD's launch of the Human Machine Institute. And we talk business networking with the team from BNI UAE.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

01 May 2025. It's a strong and steady start of the year for Dubai International Airport, as it welcomed 23.4 million guests in the first quarter of the year. Richard Dean discusses the numbers with Dubai Airports CEO, Paul Griffiths. We also hear from Griffiths what they are planning for DWC Al Maktoum International to create a seamless experience for guests. Brandy Scott also speaks with the Deputy President and CCO of Emirates, Adnan Kazim, about the future of the carrier. Plus, Matthew Macloughlin from Espace Real Estate joins the team following the release of their property report for Q1.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman & Chief Executive, Emirates Airline & Group, says the results are due out by early May. Sheikh Ahmed also answers if tariffs are having an effect on Emirates supply chain or cargo business, including Brandy Scott's question about passenger traffic to and from the US. Qamar Energy's Ahmad Zaheer joins The Business Breakfast as the team ask, do US tariffs offer new opportunities for the UAE?Plus, Middle East travel spending has adapted to global shifts according to experts speaking at ATM this year. Ciaran Kelly from FCM Travel gives his take.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The UAE’s aviation industry is not affected so far by Trump tariffs and the unfolding trade war, according to the CEO of Fly Dubai, Ghaith Al Ghaith and Antonoaldo Neves, CEO of Etihad Airways. We also look at the growth of one of the Gulf's newest tourist hotspots - AlUla. And Mark Weinstein, Chief Marketing Officer of Hilton, joins The Business Breakfast as we broadcast live from Hilton Conrad Dubai.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

25 Apr 2025. Fuel delivery firm Cafu is reportedly looking to raise funds by selling a stake. The news comes as Cafu reintroduced delivery fees for filling up cars, ranging from 12 to 20 dirhams. We speak to Head of Partnerships Alaa El Huni about what’s behind the move. Plus, Pure Harvest’s Sky Kurtz is turning fruit into luxury preserves. And Oliver Wyman ranks 1,500 global cities for business attractiveness, we get the insights from Partner Ben Simpfendorfer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

24 Apr 2025. More commercial space, more rental stock, but will prices follow? We speak to CRC’s Ben Bargh and Betterhomes CEO Louie Harding. Plus, PayPal opens its Middle East HQ in Dubai. We ask Suzan Kereere why now, and why here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

22 Apr 2025. Dubai inflation has eased to 2.8%, the slowest pace in six months. We get economist Ed Bell’s take on what it means for your wallet. Plus, Cordell Partners breaks down UAE finance sector salaries: what’s hot, what’s not, and whether pay is keeping up with the cost of living. And as global tariffs rise, could aircraft prices follow? Aviation expert Mark D. Martin weighs in.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

21 Apr 2025. The UAE saw just over 1% growth in new employment in Q1, according to Cooper Fitch. So has the busy start to the year really translated into jobs? We break it down with their latest report. Plus, we’re joined in our pop-up studio by Arjun Sarkar, Vice-President of our hosts Dubai CommerCity. And the RTA signs an MoU with Baidu’s Apollo Go - we speak to Khaled Al Awadhi about autonomous taxis hitting Dubai roads in 2025.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

18 Apr 2025. Art Dubai is back — but just how big is the business behind the art? We speak to Executive Director Benedetta Ghione about the creative economy’s growing role in the UAE. Plus, crypto platform MANTRA sees wild swings — we ask the CEO what’s driving the volatility. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

17 Apr 2025. The Mall of the Emirates is getting a 5 billion dirham facelift. We speak to Khalifa Bin Braik, CEO of Majid Al Futtaim Asset Management, about what’s changing—and what it means for jobs and the wider Dubai economy. Meanwhile, Wall Street takes another hit, with Nvidia leading the slide. But US investor Keith Fitz-Gerald says there’s still plenty of upside if you know where to look.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

16 Apr 2025. We look at how the floods reshaped everything from airport infrastructure to data resilience with insights from DXB International airport CEO Paul Griffiths. Plus, Dubizzle Group is making moves, acquiring Property Monitor. We speak to Dubizzle CEO Haider Ali Khan and Property Monitor COO Zhann Johincke on what the deal means for UAE’s property data game.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

15 Apr 2025. Taaleem is bringing a second Harrow International School to Dubai — we speak to CEO Alan Williamson about the expansion of their ultra-premium education offering. Silicon Valley analyst Dan Ives joins us on Apple’s narrow escape from Trump’s tariffs. And Rachael Kennerley breaks down why Dubai and Abu Dhabi have topped Savills’ global wealth index — and why the world’s wealthiest are making the UAE their new home.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

28 Feb 2025. It came during a visit to Islamabad by Abu Dhabi’s Crown Prince. Jeanne Walters of Emirates NBD gave some background and context on economic ties. Plus, we speak to the company helping UAE businesses accept payments in crypto. And, we look at the economics of investing in racehorses – with a tokenisation twistSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We find out more of Aldar’s The Wilds - bringing luxury living into nature with COO Cecilia Reinaldo. Plus, we get reaction to Nvidia earnings overnight from Jessica Amir of stockbroker MooMoo. And, Ramadan-omics: we look at whether Ramadan is still the time to grab a car bargain with Karl Hamer of Adamas Motors.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

21 Feb 2025. That's for basic food including rice, chicken and vegetables. Economy Minister Abdullah bin Touq al Marri said the new tracker would: “ensure fair pricing and protect against inflationary shocks.” We get more details with the boss of Spinneys, Tom Harvey and what impact could it have on inflation with Economist Dan Richards of Emirates NBD. Plus, the CEOs from two of Dubai’s biggest private real estate developers: Farhad Azizi and Katralnada Binghatti. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12 Feb 2025. We look at the economics of surfing as The Business Breakfast broadcast live at Surf Abu Dhabi, Hudariyat Island: more than just surfer dudes, the boss Ryan Watkins says it’s driving “socio-economic growth”. Plus, we discuss the ADGM's new employment rules with Luke Tapp of Pinsent Masons. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10 Feb 2025. We run the rule over this year’s Super Bowl adverts with Arnaud Verchère of ad agency Tonic International. Plus, we look at the property in Northern Emirates, where prices are rising and investor confidence is strong. Fibha Ahmed from dubizzle & Bayut.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

07 Jan 2024. As Coldplay head to Abu Dhabi, do its claims of an eco-friendly music tour stack up? Green guru Tanzeed Alam discuss. Plus we look at the demand for the remaining tickets with All Things Live ME, Thomas Ovesen. And, we find out why oil has broken out of its 70 dollar box - and where it's going - with energy expert Matt Stanley.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

06 Jan 2025. That's according to the latest PMI data from S&P, which hit 55.4. We get the details with economist Daniel Richards of Emirates NBD. And we’re talking ‘maganomics’. What do Trump’s tariffs and tax cuts mean for the US - and for us. Plus, we look at what the new smart rental index could mean for property sales - and prices with real estate agency boss Lewis Allsopp and Taimur Khan of JLL. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

31Dec 2024. Economist Daniel Richards put that in context for us and get out his crystal ball and gaze into the 2025 macro landscape within. Plus, we’re counting down to New Year’s Eve and counting the cost Nando’s.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

24 Dec 2024. Holiday travel chaos hits the UK as strong winds disrupt flights. Aviation expert Nick Humphrey of Norton White unpacks the challenges, shares travel tips, and reflects on the year in aviation. Plus, festive gifting drives a 44% boost in MENA e-commerce. Ekaterina Gorbacheva, Head of Global Expansion at Flowwow, joins us to discuss Christmas trends and what’s ahead for 2025.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

23 Dec 2024. Tax expert Thomas Vanhee, Founding Partner of Aurifer shared his 2025 outlook. Plus, Christmas retail trends with Ellen Kerry of noon.com—searches tripled, perfumes up 30%, and festive deals abound!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

16 Dec 2024. A new report from Dubai-based Cavendish Maxwell says hotel ratings are no longer fit for purpose and need a complete overhaul. Zacky Sajjad, Director of Business Development at Cavendish Maxwell, told us why. Plus, Emirates is gearing up for its busiest winter break yet, Nick Moore, Senior Vice President Passenger Services & Hub Operations at @Emirates, crunch the numbers for us. And, tuition fees reaching half a million dirhams, we asked Francisco Veloso, Dean of French Business School INSEAD - Is the cost justified by the returns? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the price of coffee hits a record high, Matt Toogood of Raw Coffee shares his outlook for 2025. Plus, we speak to HE Tariq Bin Hendi, managing director of Astra Tech, on its $500 million deal with Citigroup. And, with Talabat the latest to see subdued first day trading post-IPO, we'll speak to one market advisory firm about how investor expectations are changing. Plus we speak to award winning author and business coach Georgie Dickens who’s speaking here at ADFW.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Talabat shares closed 7% below their IPO price after their first day of trading on the DFM as a listed company, closing at 1 dirham 49. We get analysis on that with Sameer Lakhani, Managing Director, Global Capital Partners. We also look at how AI and climate change are changing the dispute landscape with the Registrar and CEO of the Abu Dhabi Global Market Courts Linda FitzAlan. And we speak to Brian Keogh, President and CRO, Lockchain Corp (they are the world’s first comprehensive AI-driven operational risk management platform for digital assets - and a leading voice in the digital assets and AI-driven risk management space). Plus, we find out about Carrefour’s newest development with Majid Al Futtaim Retail’s CEO, Günther Helm. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We look at just who is moving the ADGM with headhunter Oscar Orellana-Hyder. Plus, we hear from HSBC economist Stephen King – he first visited Abu Dhabi in the early 90s, and explains how the UAE dodged the so-called ‘curse of oil’. And, we talk Bitcoin with crypto royalty – literally! Prince Philip of Serbia is in Abu Dhabi, and joins us live.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Abu Dhabi Finance Week starts today, with finance leaders who manage a collective $27 trillion, with speakers including Ray Dalio of Bridgewater. We're joined by one of the biggest names in finance: Blackrock, the $10 trillion US investment giant. Ben Powell reveals what's long and what's short at the Blackrock Investment Institute. And, we're taking a deep dive on Sovereign Wealth Funds – all $1.7 trillion of them managed here in Abu Dhabi with Diego López of Global SWF. Plus, the ADGM has launched new stablecoin regulations - we speak to the local regulatory boss Emmanuel Givanakis.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We have the latest on Bitcoin as it passes $100,000 for the first time. This comes just hours after Donald Trump nominated the crypto-friendly investor Paul Atkins to head the Securities and Exchange Commission. Plus, we get the latest on today's OPEC+ meeting and what it could mean for the UAE – the country has secured an increase in its oil production quota, but is there global demand for extra UAE barrels? Mohamed Abdalla Al Zaabi, Group CEO, Miral tells us about Abu Dhabi's latest initiatives and we get an update on the Abu Dhabi real estate market with broker Andrew Covill.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We speak to Aldar Properties boss, Talal Al Dhiyebi, about why they're seeing a surge in demand for homes here in the capital and we get more on Aldar's latest purchase - a commercial tower in DIFC, a 2 point 3 billion dirham deal.  Plus, we do a deep dive on the Abu Dhabi economy with two of our favourite experts; Professor Nancy Gleeson of NYU Abu Dhabi, and veteran investor Mohamed Yasin. And, we get the latest on Saudi Arabia's private sector which saw activity grow at its fastest pace in a year and a half last month, according to new PMI data from Riyad Bank. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We'll have the latest on Nvidia's reported revenue and profit that has beat expectations. Quarterly revenue nearly doubled to $33 billion, amid booming demand for its AI chips. Plus, we'll find out what the boom in home sales and renovations means for the ultimate luxury tap provider. And, we'll find out why RAK Ceramics net profits fell in the first nine months of this year - with CEO Abdallah Massad. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

15 Nov 2024. We go through Etihad's financial results with the Group Chief Executive Officer Antonaldo Neves. Plus, as we celebrate Eid Al Etihad we are on the road across the Emirates, and today we kicked off in Dubai - broadcasting LIVE from Union House, Etihad Museum, the very place where the UAE was founded in 1971. We're joined by Neel and renowned photographer Ramesh Shukla and talked about the striking new 50-meter portrait at DIFC Gate honouring the UAE's founding fathers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

06 Nov 2024. We bring you the latest on our US election broadcast special as it happens. We have a stellar line-up of analysts and commentators including CNN anchor John Defterios who explains what either presidency could mean for trade and tariffs here in the UAE. Plus, we hear from our very own Brandy Scott over in the swing state of Pennsylvania. We also hear from Nikki Brotherson, Democrats Abroad-UAE Chair as well as Joe Beydoun, Chair, Republicans Overseas UAE to find out the mood on the ground. And, we get the latest from Professor Adam Ramey, NYU Abu Dhabi about what a likely Trump presidency could mean for us here in Dubai and the wider Emirates. And, we get word live from Seattle, where we speak to Professor Patrick Schoettmer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

04 Nov 2024. As the US election draws closer - we speak to our very own Brandy Scott who's been at one of Donald Trump's rally's in Pennsylvania. Plus, we speak to office real estate broker Toby Hall – he left Dubai for the bright lights of London, but has boomeranged back to Dubai. And, we find out about the region's first electric mobility experience centre here in Dubai with Kevin Chalhoub of EV lab. And, we're also remembering the late Colm McLoughlin, the visionary force behind Dubai Duty Free. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With new numbers showing just how much aviation contributes to Dubai's GDP - we speak to airports boss Paul Griffiths. Plus, on the back of that monster Tesla rally, analyst Monte Saffediene crunches the numbers on Elon and the rest of the Magnificent 7. And, on our last day broadcasting from Dubai CommerCity we speak to one of their residents who would like to sell you a pre-loved designer handbag - Luxury Promise.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Majid Al Futtaim is bringing parking from Parkin into its malls - we get the details with Khalifa Bin Braik, CEO at Majid Al Futtaim Asset Management. Plus, as Gold trades close to record highs, veteran gold trader Jeff Rhodes joins us live. And, Knight Frank expects Riyadh's population to increase by nearly 40% by 2030. What will that mean for the city's real estate? We speak to economist Dr Chris Payne.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Economist Daniel Richards joins us live with a tale of two summits: IMF in Washington and BRICS in Russia. We also speak to the woman behind a real estate startup that has just raised 10 million in seed funding - Amira Sajwani. And, we're buying more affordable homes, says Valustrat but has what you're getting for your money changed? We speak to their head of research Haider Tuami. Plus, as Goldman Sachs warns that US stock markets are set for a slowdown, veteran investor Gary Dugan reveals his long-term strategy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We have the latest on the BRICS Summit in Russia today where UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed will meet with several world leaders - China's Xi Xinping and India's Narendra Modi are among the delegates. We also speak to the CEO of Lulu Retail about the hypermarket group's hotly anticipated IPO. And, we get the inside story on our home for the week, with Faisal Jassem of Dubai CommerCity. Plus, we're talking Cypto as bitcoin hit a three-month high in early Asia trading on Monday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We cross live to Washington DC, with Economist Rudolph Loymeyer - he explains why Dubai has FALLEN in a ranking of the world's top cities. Plus, we speak to Sameer Lakhani about the upcoming LuLu IPO. And, as sales transactions hit record highs in Dubai's property market - we speak to Zhann Jochinke of Property Monitor.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.