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13 Mar 2025. We look at why Saudi game developer Scopley has bought Pokemon Go in a deal worth 3 and a half billion dollars from creator Niantic with Kevin Sebastian. Plus we find out about Dubai's latest freezone - this one aimed at sports and media personalities. And, Dubai Eye stalwart Robbie Greenfield joins us, to reveal his latest business venture. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We have put a slight spin on this week's episode, as Kris Hall, the founder of The Burnt Chef Project, becomes the interviewee during an insightful interview on DubaiEye 103.8. Kris discusses his mission to tackle mental health issues within the hospitality industry, as well as the challenges faced by chefs and hospitality workers, the project's impact, and his vision for a healthier work environment in one of the most demanding industries. Listen in to learn more about our important initiative and how we are changing the conversation around mental health in hospitality. The Burnt Chef Journal is proudly sponsored by Planday.
In this special episode of The Decluttering Club Podcast, I'm sharing my interview with Hellen Farmer at Dubai Eye radio!We dive into decluttering myths, practical tips, and why your journey is uniquely yours. Plus, learn about the "10 Minute Miracle" and the "20/20 Rule".__________Dubai Eye with Helen Farmer: https://www.dubaieye1038.com/on-air/afternoons-with-helen-farmer/Subscribe to our email list: https://thedeclutteringclub.com/email-opt-in/To start your decluttering journey: https://thedeclutteringclub.com/ Follow Decluttering Club on Instagram: https://instagram.com/declutteringclub Join Us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EarlybirdMomCheck out more tips on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@DeclutteringClub
In this episode of #KarishmaKonnect, we chat with Maitha Al Awadi, the celebrated Emirati scriptwriter and director behind the debut feature film Al Eid Eiden, now showing in UAE cinemas.
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How do you build an authentic brand and connect with others without losing yourself? Jen sits down with radio host and author Helen Farmer to discuss crafting the perfect brand voice while staying true to who you are. Helen shares her experience developing a public presence through social media and building her career around being present and relatable. Episode HighlightsWhy she wrote her first book as a children's book, and how it's meant to support working mums with those tough conversationsMaintaining work-life balance and being honest with her community when it's not always perfectHelen's process for developing an authentic brand voice for different platforms What it's like to write a book, and top tips for other aspiring authors who are planning to write their ownWhat businesses need to consider when working with influencers to maximise their reachBig IdeasHelen's book aims to simplify how working mothers discuss their careers with children by demystifying what they do for a living. Helen also touches on potential breakthroughs around normalising discussions of whole personhood at work and redefining success beyond traditional definitions that no longer resonate. Her work highlights the potential to shape a more equitable future through authentic leadership.Imagine If…Working mothers overcame guilt by demystifying careers through storytelling, helping children understand their contributions beyond traditional gender rolesAbout Helen FarmerHelen Farmer is BBC-trained broadcast journalist, juggling a career in broadcasting and writing with her main role as mum to her two daughters. She has worked in publishing and radio in Dubai for 17 years, known for her honest take on living, working and parenting, through her social media platform @_helenfarmer_, and on her show on Dubai Eye 103.08, Afternoons with Helen Farmer.Episode Links & ResourcesConnect with Helen on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/helen-farmer-6a5b9830Connect with Helen on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/_helenfarmerConnect with Helen on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/themothershipdxb Order Helen's book at https://www.helenfarmerbooks.com/
We welcomed my fellow Dubai Eye presenter, the multitalented Punam Verma, to the show as she debuts her brand new single Here's To Me along with her music producer Simon Duggal, and shares the inspiration behind her music. This is one you wont want to miss!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hello everyone. Today's guest is one of the region's most prominent sports journalists. She and I met years ago while I was working in public relations, managing the communications for Yas Marina Circuit for the Formula One Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, and Reem was working as a journalist with Sport 360. Since that time, Reem's career has flourished. She is a sports writer, columnist and video journalist for UAE's The National and Saudi Arabia's Arab News, a tennis contributor to CNN and Eurosport, a contributor to wire agency AFP, as well as other outlets including The Guardian US, BBC News, Dubai Eye 103.8, Al Arabiya, and Wimbledon.com. She regularly interviews some of the world's and region's most famous athletes and travels the world to cover a range of sports stories, not just tennis as she clarifies in our chat. Most recently, Reem became the host and concept creator of the podcast Abtal, a series dedicated to Arab athletes and their journeys to the Paris 2024 Olympics - linked below. In our chat, we discuss:
We are shining the spotlight on band that's making waves in the UK music scene, Everything Everything. Joining me is Michael Spearman, the drummer of the band, who shares insights into their beginning, their latest music, and his interesting connection to Dubai Eye 103.8. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Samantha Wood is a British-Greek-Cypriot resident of Dubai for 23 years who wears a number of hats – a food writer, event organiser and communications consultant with nearly three decades of experience in the UK and the Middle East across a diverse range of industries including food & beverage, hospitality and tourism.Samantha left the corporate PR world to set up her own business in 2011 – an impartial restaurant review website, http://FooDiva.net , which has won a steady stream of 12 awards. In 2021, she was honoured with the UAE Golden Visa, a ten-year renewable residency in the category of talented creative individuals – and also joined the UAE Restaurants Group as Board Advisor.Power 50 by Caterer Middle East 2020; 2019; and 2017Top 100 Dubai websites to follow – the highest ranked food websiteAhlan Hot 100 influencer 2016 and 2015Best Food Blogger in the BBC Good Food Awards 2015ProChef Middle East Food Ambassador 2014Expat Star Awards 2013Gold in Expat Blog Awards UAE 2013 and 2012Runner-up Best Blog in Dubai, Ahlan 2011Samantha curates ticketed and bespoke chef-led #ThreeChefsDinner and #DineAroundDubai experiences, whilst also organising events and B2B fam trips for industry trade, chefs and media. FooDiva has featured prolifically in local and international media including multiple segments on CNN's travel programmes, France 5 TV and Dubai TV. Furthermore, she takes on freelance writing and broadcasting commissions, including a regular guest on Dubai Eye 103.8FM's food programme. Samantha is a member of the global Guild of Food Writers, holds a WSET Level 2 wine and spirits qualification, and is a speaker and industry awards judge on her favourite subjects – food, restaurants, travel and communications. At the start of the pandemic, she launched a pro bono social media campaign, #UAERestaurantsUnite to support the F&B industry which has morphed into a long-term strategy championing the country's homegrown dining scene.With her advisory hat, Samantha provides strategic consultancy support in F&B (restaurant ventures, chef consultancy, guest chef activations, pop ups/ supper clubs, mystery shopper reports & menu writing) - and on a brand level (marketing communications, public relations, crisis communications, social media strategy, website & newsletter content, fam trips, event organisation & copywriting).
It's a special edition of Thursday Classic as we revisiting an album turning 50 this year, Elton John's Goodbye Yellow Brick Road, with Elton's super fan Mark Underwood. Mark Underwood brought some of his precious Goodbye Yellow Brick Road memorabilia, and myself together with Kel Jenkins talked about his music, his remarkable career, and shared some insights about the album and his recent tour.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We're checking out the latest this week in Bollywood with Sneha Mae Francis, who tells us what to stream and what to skip. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
15 July 2023. If you're thinking about getting a Chinese made car, Chris Milbourne of dubizzle gave us the lowdown on relatively new cars. Plus, Damien shared his thoughts about the Jetour car which his been driving now. Spokesperson from Elite Cars, the distributor for Jetour in the UAE, Elie Nehme joined us live as well. And it's our favorite car valuation with Naz Chaudry for Fix it or Flip it!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
01 July 2023. The Toyota Crown is back in the UAE after disappearing for years. Damien Reid has been speaking to Jacques Brent, Managing Director at Al-Futtaim. We also find out what Imthishan Giado and Noel Ebdon has been driving. Plus, we continue our Italian luxury car series - all from Damiens' trip to Emilia Romagna, where the greatest Italian car brands were born. And it's our favorite car valuation with Naz Chaudry for Fix it or Flip it!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On today's episode i'm joined with Dubai Eye's very own Helen Farmer!. We chat about the demands of a working mom, raising kids in the day and age and how to just keep it all together. Helen is a BBC-trained broadcast journalist and mum of two young daughters, Helen Farmer juggles a career in broadcasting and blogging with cleaning cereal off the ceiling. She has worked in publishing and radio in Dubai for more than a decade, and is an award-winning journalist, known for her honest (perhaps too honest…) take on living, working and parenting, through her social media platform. Helen is an absolute blast, so grab a coffee and happy listeningCatch more of her on Dubaieye Radio: Tune into Helen Farmer every weekday afternoon from 2pm - 5pm Check out her Instagram as well: @_helenfarmer_
Legal Eagle Ludmila Yamalova answers all your legal concerns and fully explains the UAE unemployment insurance scheme which comes into effect from January 1.After all the gatherings and gifting from the holidays, it's now time to do the Spend Less January- Debbie Steedman from Shop Well For Less UAE gives us top tipsWhat chores should we give our little ones depending on their age? Conscious Parent Coach Maysaa shares the listAnd a new app to aid parents in teaching their kids smart money management is now up and running. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Listen to a radio interview I recently did with Dubai Eye Radio, where I do a quick-fire Q&A session on how small businesses can grow fast.My book “It's A Good Day To Be A Rebel” ranked 15 on AMAZON's Best Seller List for Social Media grab your copy today click here30+ Free online courses to help you fast-track your business & skills inside my FREE REBEL ACADEMY! You can also get a free personalized learning plan so you go straight to the modules that you need based on your goals! Click here
In this episode, we come to you live from the Next World Forum in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia where we discuss all the exciting panels and events that took place during the conference, with special guests Lucy Hedges (Technology Editor for Metro UK), Mark Cai (Enterprise Influencer Relations for NVIDIA), moderator Georgia Tolley (Journalist & Radio Presenter for Dubai Eye 103.8), and our very own Paul “The Profit” Dawalibi!
Dr Katrin Jahn, DrMedVet, CertVA, MANZCVS (Veterinary Behaviour), MRCVS ACVB and ECAWBM Resident in Veterinary Behaviour Medicine Fear Free Certified Professional Katrin graduated as a veterinarian from the University of Munich, Germany in 1999 after which she spent 7 years working in a variety of practices in the UK. During this time, Katrin earnt the RCVS “Certificate in Veterinary Anaesthesia” and completed a doctorate thesis in animal behaviour before moving to the UAE in 2006. Enchanted by the UAE and its opportunities, Katrin opened her own small animal clinic - the German Veterinary Clinic - in Abu Dhabi in 2008. The clinic grew from herself and 2 nurses to a team of over 28 in the space of 14 years and is the first ISFM Gold Standard Cat Friendly Clinic in the Middle East. During this time, Katrin developed a huge passion for Veterinary Behaviour Medicine and animal welfare and her team is the first to become Fear Free Certified in the Middle East. In 2019, Katrin embarked on a 4-year residency program in Veterinary Behaviour Medicine with both the American as well as European Colleges of Animal Welfare and Behaviour Medicine and hopes to take her board exams in 2023. Katrin feels strongly that the mental and emotional health of her patients are as important as their physical health. Aside from the clinical aspects of her work, Katrin has become a passionate entrepreneur who loves developing business opportunities and networks, which includes creating and extending her online and media presence. As an example of this, Katrin has a regular spot on the Dubai Eye radio station as a guest speaker for all things pets and has had numerous articles published. Facebook Group – The Pet Behaviour Community (https://www.facebook.com/groups/thepetbehaviourcommunity) Facebook page – Trinity Veterinary Behaviour (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075995734294) Instagram - @trinityvetbehaviour (https://www.instagram.com/trinityvetbehaviour/) Global online business – Trinity Veterinary Behaviour – website – www.trinityvetbehaviour.com If you want to work with me, Susan Light, you can find me at: www.doggydojopodcast.com The music was written by Mac Light, you can find him at: www.maclightsongwriter.com If you like the show, please Subscribe, Rate, Review, and Share to help others find the show! I'll see you in two weeks with a brand new episode of the Doggy Dojo!
With Phil Bedford, Best Selling Author & Owner of Assentive GCC, Shane Philips, CEO of the Phillips Group - In the Panel, David Macadam , CEO of The MECS+R as the Moderator and Richard Dean, Presentor at Dubai Eye 103.8 for the introduction. In this session, we will learn what the employers of today are looking for in their search for only the best of the best talents in the GCC.
The big issues facing football around the world, as seen by three international leaders in developing the game. Leaders in Conversation is a series that puts you in the room, fly-on-the-wall style, for discussions between the most influential leaders in sports and media. Our latest episode features James Johnson, CEO of Football Australia, Laura Georges, Secretary General at the French Football Federation and Robbie Fowler, the former England and Liverpool player, in an on-stage session led by Dubai Eye 103.8 host Chris McHardy. This discussion, titled ‘Football Development around the World', was recorded in mid-March, as part of the Leaders Sport Business Summit Abu Dhabi.James Johnson is the CEO of Football Australia, the country due to co-host the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup. Prior to joining Football Australia in January 2020, Johnson held senior roles across the world of football, such as Director of International Relationships and Development at the Asian Football Confederation, and Head of Professional Football at FIFA. An esteemed former player for the French national team, Laura Georges is now Secretary-General of the French Football Federation, the current men's World Champions, and one of the national federations at the forefront of progressing the women's game. Committed to the promotion of women's football, Georges served as ambassador of the FIFA Women's World Cup 2019 in France and has overseen the development of the women's refereeing plan. Robbie Fowler is a former player and current manager, best known for his time with Liverpool between 1993 and 2001. To date, he remains Liverpool's top scorer in the Premier League and is the eighth top scorer in Premier League history. Following his time in the UK, Fowler played in Australia and Thailand and has since transitioned into management, where he most recently managed East Bengal of the Indian Super League.In this fascinating and wide-ranging discussion, the panel discuss, among many other topics, the possibility of biennial World Cup; what works and what doesn't in different markets across the world when it comes to coaching and talent pathways; and how the development of technology is changing football, for better and for worse.
Today I speak with Helen Farmer on Dubai Eye 103.8 highlighting one of my favorite Radio Appearances. We talk about the issues around mental health data and COVID, and my work in Canada and in the United Arab Emirates. ---- Click To join the conversation join the EMPWR Podcasting Network:
As an FBI hostage negotiator, Chris Voss persuaded terrorists, bank robbers, and kidnappers to see things his way. Having worked on over 150 kidnappings, he talks about the tactics he employed in hostage negotiation and the most intense situation he found himself in.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Livehealthy.ae editor Ann Marie McQueen talks all things parenting with Helen Farmer, host of Afternoons With Helen Farmer on Dubai Eye 103.8, mum to young daughters Phoebe and 2-year-old Tabitha, wife to Nick and a big influence for other moms via her blog and social media The Mothership Dubai.
If you've met Isobel Abulhoul, you will know that she is a force of nature, a pioneer and a true inspiration. She is perhaps best known for literacy – she co-founded Magrudy's, the book store chain (and a UAE institution!) in 1975. In 2008, she founded the Emirates Airline Festival of Literature, the Arab World's largest celebration of the written and spoken word. This beautiful event has gone on to win awards such as Best Festival, Best Family Day out and Favourite Festival – and I can testify that it's an incredibly special space and the absolute highlight of my year, every year.Isobel, who arrived in the UAE over 40 years ago, has been lauded with countless accolades including Cultural Personality of the Year by His Highness Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, the Ruler of Sharjah and no less than an OBE by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth. This is in addition to others including an Arabian Business most influential woman award, and one which I just love: Femina's Unstoppable Woman.As the co-host of ‘Talking of Books', broadcast weekly on Dubai Eye 103.8 FM, Isobel has now found an enjoyable way to spend Saturday mornings discussing the latest titles and interviewing authors from around the world.Follow me, and the Good Intentions podcast:https://www.instagram.com/kellyharvarde/Find The Emirates Airline Festival of Literature here:https://www.instagram.com/emirateslitfest/Immerse yourself in some of the books we discussed: A Little Life - Hanya Yanagiharahttps://magrudy.com/book/a-little-life-9781509818235/Burnt Sugar - Avni Doshi https://magrudy.com/book/burnt-sugar-9780241441510/In Search of Fatima - Ghana Kharmi https://magrudy.com/book/in-search-of-fatima-a-palestinian-story-9781844673681/
23 Mar 2020: Jodh Dhesi, deputy chief education officer at GEMS Education, tells Georgia what students and teachers have been saying about distance learning across GEMS schools.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
23 Mar 2020: Tom Harvey, commercial manager at Spinneys, says it will be business as usual for supermarkets and supplies will continue to come in. He also appeals to shoppers to stop hoarding.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
23 Mar 2020: Ben Pullen, CEO and Co-Founder of Generation E HQ, has been organising the Smart Mobility World Conference, which takes place in Dubai tomorrow.After months of preparation, fears over the spread of covid19 prompted authorities to cancel all events in Dubai. Instead of calling it off, Ben is holding the conference entirely online, with over 2,000 registered participants.Find out how he's pulling it off. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
23 Mar 2020: Karl Feilder, CEO and Founder of Neutral Fuels, tells Georgia how much carbon we're not emitting by staying at home. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
22 Mar 2020: University students and professors are being encouraged to design solutions that would help the world in the fight against covid 19. Joining Georgia on the line is Brendan McGetrick, Head of Curation of the Global Grad Show and Curative Director of The Museum of the Future.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
22 Mar 2020: Respected food reviewer Food Sheikh tells us about the new platform, which lets customers order directly from their favourite local eatery in Dubai.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
22 Mar 2020: Wissam Amid, Managing Partner and Co-Founder of Xische, says working remotely is going to be the future. He gives us some practical advise on how to ensure it goes smoothly.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
22 Mar 2020: Lisa Sherrington-Boyd, principal at Kangaroo Kids Nursery in Dubai, gives us practical advise on how to tackle distance learning with our children.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
19 Mar 2020: Georgia chats to Dr. Wael Farouq Elamin, an infection control doctor at the King’s College Hospital in Dubai about proper testing for covid 19, and whether we are close to developing a vaccine for it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
19 Mar 2020: Georgia meets Alma, a mother of four and one of the millions of residents in Manila who are forced to stay home to prevent the spread of coronavirus. She remains optimistic and believes social distancing and isolation is the right thing to do.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
19 Mar 2020: Zach Holz a.k.a. The Happiest Teacher tells Georgia how parents and children can cope with distance learning, which takes effect on 22nd March.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
19 Mar 2020: Tracy Moxley, Director of Education at Aldar Education, tells Georgia how they will implement distance learning for their 20,000 students across Abu Dhabi and Al Ain. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
19 Mar 2020: Georgia chats to Jenny Mollon, Senior Editor at WhichSchoolAdvisor about what this announcement means to UAE students.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
18 Mar 2020: Peter Davos, CEO of Hale Education, tells Georgia how applicants are dealing with preparing for university as amid closures across the US.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
18 Mar 2020: Georgia and Zeena discuss the new rules for eateries set by the Dubai Municipality. They also talk to Nicky Ramchandani, managing director of JLT food hall Streetery, about the measures they've put in place to ensure that the preparation and delivery of their food is safe.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
18 Mar 2020: Dr. Mansoor Al Awar, Chancellor at the Hamdan bin Mohammed Smart University, tells Georgia about a free course they're offering to teachers and academic support staff to equip them with skills they need during the distance learning period in the UAE.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
18 Mar 2020: Georgia puts this question to Jonathan Robinson, the Head of Physiotherapy at The Nightingale Clinic, and in the process performs a full body workout on air. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
18 Mar 2020: Simone Noorali has recently flown back to Dubai after the University of Pennsylvania, where she's been studying as a freshman, closed over coronavirus concerns.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
17 Mar 2020: We've seen empty shelves and trolleys filled with mountains of supplies, especially toilet rolls! Georgia chats to Christine Kritzas, a psychologist at LightHouse Arabia, to make sense of this form of consumer behaviour in recent weeks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
17 Mar 2020: Georgia chats to pulmonologist Dr. Faisal Asad, from the Saudi German Hospital, about what we need to understand about covid19 and why social distancing is crucial. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
17 Mar 2020: If you're a tenant, have you ever gotten your security deposit back? Equally if you're a landlord, have you ever given your tenant their security deposit? Hossein Lankarani, the CEO of Inventally, tells us the importance of doing an inventory of every property before a tenant moves in to avoid disputes between the two parties. We also speak to Mario Volpi, Sales Manager at Engel and Volkers, who has a few tips on how to maintain a good relationship with your tenant. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
17 Mar 2020: Joe Franklin tells Georgia all about an app that lets people earn rewards based on the number of steps they take. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
16 Mar 2020: Amy Lobl is the Regional Development Manager for Online Master’s at King’s College London. She's seen a massive spike in interest in online MBAs, with subject likes public health catching the eye of potential students. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
16 Mar 2020: Worried about kitchen hygiene? Bobby Krishna, Food Safety Specialist at the Dubai Municipality, tells Georgia how to keep food clean and safe to consume at all times. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
16 Mar 2020: Charlie Barlow is the Founder and CEO of Health at Hand, an app that lets you consult a doctor through its built-in VOIP service.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.