Podcasts about Faisal

Summary In this episode, Andy sits down with Johan Roos, professor and executive advisor at Hult International Business School, Executive Director of the Peter Drucker Society Europe, and co-inventor of the LEGO® Serious Play® method. Johan is the author of Human Magic: Leading with Wisdom in an Age of Algorithms, and he has spent decades studying how people think, create, decide, and lead together. Andy and Johan explore the two paths Johan calls erosion and amplification, starting with a question Andy has been wrestling with as he hands more of his manual driving over to Tesla's self-driving. You'll hear what an eroding project manager actually looks like day-to-day, why practical wisdom matters when the analytically optimal answer is not the wisest one, and how AI feeds one kind of curiosity, the laser, while starving another, the radar. Johan also explains the difference between becoming an AI concierge and practicing what he calls professional citizenship, and he shares what parents can do to help their kids hold onto the messy, hands-on curiosity that machines cannot supply. If you're looking for a thoughtful, hopeful way to use AI without surrendering your judgment, this episode is for you! Sound Bites "Almost every good idea I've had was not in front of the screen." "I know what to do, but I've stopped understanding why.".... The eroding project management can no longer explain the why." "So in a sense, they argue that the better the system, the stronger pull down the erosion curve." "So the message is really when the machines are taking over more and more of some of these subtle, very valuable capabilities we have, we have to climb the value creation ladder." "So a complexity is exactly where our wisdom gets exposed." "So every metric said fantastic, but nobody asked why, and is this right?" "If AI can write a document that is important to you, the document was never where the value lived." "But we just have to be careful to not sort of delegate too much of our brain power and sort of erode our jelly bean." "When you lean back and you haven't struggled enough, you may be super smart and, and the best brilliant individual in the world, but, you know, friction is good." "Are you able to argue for your case without holding on to the AI-produced slide?" "Protect the wandering curiosity, unstructured exploration, questions with no immediate payoff, the freedom to follow something nowhere in particular." Chapters 00:00 Introduction 02:35 Start of Interview 02:44 Growing Up Inquisitive and the Power of "Because" 06:04 Self-Driving Cars, GPS, and the Erosion of Our Abilities 10:31 Becoming an Active Supervisor Instead of a Passive Passenger 13:55 What an Eroding Project Manager Looks Like Day to Day 18:52 When the Optimal Answer Is Not the Wisest One 22:03 Intuition, Gut Feel, and When Something Does Not Smell Right 25:54 The Laser and the Radar: Two Kinds of Curiosity 27:52 Creating Independently Before Consulting AI 30:44 What Happens in the AI-Free Time 35:18 Is It Intuition or Is It Ego? 37:48 Turning the Models Loose on His Own Book 40:00 Asking AI to Be Brutally Honest 41:02 AI Concierge Versus Professional Citizenship 45:51 Advice for Parents Raising Kids in the Age of AI 49:26 Staying Human: Theater, Walks, and Getting Your Hands Dirty 50:44 End of Interview 51:15 Andy Comments After the Interview 54:46 Outtakes Learn More You can learn more about Johan and his work at humanmagic.one. For more learning on this topic, check out: Episode 500 with Steve Brown. Steve is a former Google DeepMind futurist, and he has a unique perspective on where we've been and where we're going with AI. Episode 479 with Matt Mong. Matt shares his take on the AI skills we need to stay relevant in the years to come. Episode 463 with Faisal Hoque. Faisal helps us go beyond the fear and the hype around AI to a helpful way to think about the human-AI relationship. Chat with PMeLa You can chat directly with PMeLa, the podcast's AI persona, to get episode recommendations and answers to your project management and leadership questions. Visit PeopleAndProjectsPodcast.com/PMeLa to chat with her. Join Us for LEAD52 I know you want to be a more confident leader–that's why you listen to this podcast. LEAD52 is a global community of people like you who are committed to transforming their ability to lead and deliver. It's 52 weeks of leadership learning, delivered right to your inbox, taking less than 5 minutes a week. And it's all for free. Learn more and sign up at GetLEAD52.com. Thanks! Thank you for joining me for this episode of The People and Projects Podcast! Talent Triangle: Business Acumen Topics: Leadership, Project Management, Artificial Intelligence, Practical Wisdom, Curiosity, Critical Thinking, Creativity, Decision Making, Judgment, Professional Development, Human Skills, Parenting The following music was used for this episode: Music: Echo by Alexander Nakarada License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Music: Chillhouse by Frank Schroeter License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Today, we're looking at Prime Minister Andy Burnham's plan to get rough sleepers off streets for Christmas.He made ending rough sleeping his first pledge when entering Downing Street. Alex joins Adam to hear how it's going to work from social affairs correspondent Michael Buchanan, who's spent years following the issue.Faisal also helps us look at how the economony impacts rough sleeping, as well as a rise in interest rates driven by rising energy prises.You can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to listen, just say "Ask BBC Sounds to play Newscast”. It works on most smart speakers.You can join our Newscast online community here: https://bbc.in/newscastdiscordGet in touch with Newscast by emailing newscast@bbc.co.uk or send us a WhatsApp on +44 0330 123 9480.New episodes released every day. If you're in the UK, for more News and Current Affairs podcasts from the BBC, listen on BBC Sounds: https://bbc.in/4guXgXdNewscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. The presenter was Adam Fleming. It was made by Chris Flynn with Shiler Mahmoudi and Anna Harris. The social producer was Gabriel Purcell-Davis. The technical producer was Jonathan Baker. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.

On this week’s episode of More Than Money, Faisal Karmali and Rob Gerrie discuss the growing gap between public and private-sector pensions and whether governments should expand workplace retirement coverage. Then, Mario Canseco, President of Research Co., joins them to examine a new survey on whether health-care professionals should be allowed to object to participating in Medical Assistance in Dying. Next, microbiologist Jason Tetro “The Germ Guy”, explains why Alberta’s rising number of tick reports matters for retirees who enjoy gardening, golfing and spending time outdoors. To close the show, Faisal and Rob break down PKAG’s Growth Bucket, why retirees still need growth and how it supports future income.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

He went from boiling plain pasta for dinner to quitting his teaching job and becoming one of Dubai's most recognised food bloggers. This conversation will make you hungry. Faisal joins the pod to talk about how he built his food page from scratch in Abu Dhabi, what it actually took to go full-time as a content creator with a young family, and why he believes Dubai has the best food scene in the world. Along the way we get into the hidden restaurants he genuinely rates, the moment he made dua at the Kaaba and went viral shortly after, and what raising your palate really means when you are eating professionally. Key topics: - Starting a food diary page with 200 followers and scaling it to a full-time income in under two years - Teaching in the UK versus the Gulf, the salary differences and why he could not go back - His top three restaurants right now and what makes each one special - How fasting most weekdays by accident turned into a deliberate routine - Cultural differences in healthcare, raising kids abroad, and building a life without family nearby - The dua he made at the Kaaba and the viral moment that followed

Krista sits down with coach and mentor Faisal Ensaun for an honest conversation about what it really takes to build a sustainable coaching business. From leaving a successful engineering career to embracing years of uncertainty, growing through collaboration instead of competition, and creating a referral-based business built on trust. Faisal shares the lessons that only come from doing the work. Together, they explore why coaching is a long game, and why becoming a better coach starts with becoming a better leader.In this episode:Why building a successful coaching business takes patience, practice, and a willingness to growHow collaboration and genuine relationships can create more opportunities than trying to do everything aloneThe leadership, communication, and sales skills every coach needs to developWhy serving people well and continuing to coach is the foundation of a thriving referral-based businessLasting success isn't built through shortcuts, it's built through service, meaningful relationships, and showing up again and again. Trust the process, keep growing, and let your work speak for itself.  Connect with Faisal: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@faisalensaun Website: https://www.faisalensaun.com/Unlock-Your-Legacy-Life Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/faisalensaun/

Dalla base aerea di Nevatim, senza orario annunciato e senza giornalisti a bordo, il 27 luglio è decollato il Wing of Zion con Benjamin Netanyahu diretto a Washington. Poche ore dopo l'aereo era sopra l'Italia. Ynet, con la firma di Itamar Eichner, aggiunge la riga che sposta la vicenda: la rotta era stata concordata con Roma e Parigi, e i due governi avevano assicurato a Israele il passaggio sicuro. Sul primo ministro israeliano pende dal 21 novembre 2024 un mandato d'arresto della Corte penale internazionale che gli attribuisce anche il crimine di "affamamento come metodo di guerra", e nel dicembre 2025 la Camera d'appello ha respinto il ricorso con cui Israele chiedeva di cancellarlo. L'Italia è Stato parte dello Statuto di Roma. Quando un gruppo di legali chiese gli atti dei sorvoli precedenti, nell'ottobre 2025, la presidenza del Consiglio rispose per iscritto di "non avere agli atti la documentazione richiesta". Nelle stesse ore alla Farnesina si aprivano le sessioni tecniche dell'Alleanza globale per la soluzione a due Stati, con una trentina di delegazioni. Per il 29 luglio è previsto il segmento di alto livello copresieduto dal ministro degli Esteri Antonio Tajani e dal saudita Faisal bin Farhan. A Rainews, il 28 luglio, Tajani ha chiesto che «il governo israeliano dopo la campagna elettorale abbia il coraggio di dire basta e fermare queste persone», i coloni. Il voto israeliano è il 27 ottobre, con tre mesi di attesa. L'Ufficio delle Nazioni Unite per il coordinamento degli affari umanitari, nel rapporto del 23 luglio, conta 59 palestinesi uccisi e oltre centonovanta feriti fra il 15 e il 22 luglio. Dall'annuncio del cessate il fuoco, il 10 ottobre 2025, i morti sono 1.180. «Roma è capitale di pace», ha detto Tajani nella stessa intervista, «siamo stati scelti perché siamo in grado di interloquire con tutti». Il 27 luglio l'interlocuzione con Gerusalemme c'è stata, e ha riguardato un corridoio aereo. #LaSveglia per La NotiziaDiventa un supporter di questo podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/la-sveglia-di-giulio-cavalli--3269492/support.

A Muslim doctor walks into a podcast and talks about the soul. No, really, this conversation will change how you think about your health, your prayers, and your heart. After a three month break, Freshly Grounded is back. In this first episode, host Faisal sits down with Dr. Daanish, a medical doctor and content creator known for weaving Islam into honest conversations about health and life. They cover why Western medicine is missing a core piece of the puzzle, what actually happens when you step into the presence of Allah in your Salah, and why the four basics of health matter more than any supplement you can buy. They also get into parenting, parents, language learning, the state of Muslim households, and a Quranic framework for personal growth pulled from the story of Musa that is better than any self-help book. Freshly Grounded is back to regular episodes, covering faith, life, relationships, and culture with honesty and without the filters. Subscribe so you do not miss what is coming next.

Today, on the first full day of his premiership Prime Minister Andy Burnham has laid out plans for scrapping VAT on household electricity bills and has claimed he wants a ‘cost of living government'. Burnham said he would scrap VAT on household electricity bills in October, saving a typical household about £45 a year. This will be paid for by scrapping Keir Starmer's digital ID scheme, No 10 says, but ex-minister Darren Jones argues the ID scheme was "unfunded". Adam, Alex and Faisal discuss.You can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to listen, just say "Ask BBC Sounds to play Newscast”. It works on most smart speakers. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://bbc.in/newscastdiscordGet in touch with Newscast by emailing newscast@bbc.co.uk or send us a WhatsApp on +44 0330 123 9480.New episodes released every day. If you're in the UK, for more News and Current Affairs podcasts from the BBC, listen on BBC Sounds: https://bbc.in/4guXgXd Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. The presenter was Adam Fleming. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Rosie Merota and Shiler Mahmoudi. The social producer was Beth Pritchard . The technical producer was Rohan Madison. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.

Today, Andy Burnham has officially become Prime Minister, after meeting with King Charles this morning. In a speech outside Downing Street, Andy Burnham pledged to end rough sleeping and offer cost of living support as well as a new political and economic model. He promised to soon set out a ten year plan for the country and said politicians needed to be better. Adam is in Downing Street with Chris, Faisal and Laura to unpack the speech. You can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to listen, just say "Ask BBC Sounds to play Newscast”. It works on most smart speakers. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://bbc.in/newscastdiscordGet in touch with Newscast by emailing newscast@bbc.co.uk or send us a WhatsApp on +44 0330 123 9480.New episodes released every day. If you're in the UK, for more News and Current Affairs podcasts from the BBC, listen on BBC Sounds: https://bbc.in/4guXgXd Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. The presenter was Adam Fleming. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Anna Harris and Rosie Merotra. The social producer was Gabriel Purcell-Davis. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.

In an interview with SBS Urdu, renowned Pakistani actor Faisal Quraishi reflected on his three-decade-long journey in the entertainment industry, the future of Pakistani cinema, the importance of quality scripts, and his upcoming films. - پاکستان کے معروف اداکار فیصل قریشی نے ایس بی ایس اردو سے گفتگو میں اپنے تین دہائیوں پر محیط شوبز سفر، پاکستانی فلم انڈسٹری کے مستقبل، معیاری اسکرپٹس کی اہمیت اور اپنی نئی فلموں کے بارے میں کھل کر اظہارِ خیال کیا۔Explore more ways to listen to the Urdu program here: Listen to SBS Urdu. Install our mobile app “SBS Audio” on Apple (iPhone) or Android devices: SBS Audio App. Download on the Apple App Store, Download on Google Play. Follow us on social media: SBS Urdu on Facebook and on SBS Urdu on Instagram. - ہر بدھ اور جمعہ کا پورا پروگرام اس لنک پرسنئے, اردو پرگرام سننے کے دیگر طریقے, “SBS Audio”کےنام سےموجود ہماری موبائیل ایپ ایپیل (آئی فون) یااینڈرائیڈ , ڈیوائیسزپرانسٹال کیجئے۔ ہمیں فیس بُک اور انسٹا گرام پر فالو کیجئے۔

On this week’s episode of More Than Money, Faisal Karmali and Leanna Wachniak look at why Canadians place such a high value on guaranteed retirement income and what those without a workplace pension can do to create more financial security. Then, Salimah Walji-Shivji, CEO of AgeCare, joins the show to explain Alberta’s continuing care system, the different levels of care available, and how retirees can prepare for future costs before a crisis occurs. Next, economist Moshe Lander discusses two major pipeline proposals involving Alberta oil and what their potential economic impact could mean for retirees and their finances. To close the show, Faisal and Leanna explore the Financial Independence Retire Early movement and what Canadians in their 40s and 50s should consider if they hope to retire ahead of schedule.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As a driving force behind Freshly Grounded, one of the pioneering podcasts in the Muslim media space, Faisal Choudhry has helped shape conversations that have inspired audiences around the world. In this episode, we explore his journey through entrepreneurship, marketing, faith, and community building, and discuss the power of storytelling to create lasting impact.A huge thanks to Faisal for such an amazing discussion. For the video podcast, find us on:

On this week’s episode of More Than Money, Dave Popowich and Faisal Karmali explore why many Canadians are choosing not to downsize in retirement, despite concerns about housing options. Then, Rob Gerrie and Leanna Wachniak speak with Dr. Emily McDonald of McGill University about why regular medication reviews can matter as prescriptions build up over time. Next, Faisal and Leanna are joined by Fidelity’s Michelle Munro to discuss retirees using AI for budgeting, taxes, and retirement planning, and why many still prefer human advice. To close, Dave and Faisal look at why Canadians aged 55 to 59 are leaving so much TFSA contribution room unused, despite the potential tax benefits in retirement.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, Andy Burnham has set out his vision for the country should he become Prime Minister, including plans like setting up a ‘No10 North' in Manchester.He said he wants to ‘take power out of the centre' by transferring some powers from Westminster to the regions, and by extending devolution in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. He also promised to deliver the biggest programme of council house building since the post-war period.James, Chris and Faisal breakdown what was in the speech, and what wasn't.You can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to listen, just say "Ask BBC Sounds to play Newscast”. It works on most smart speakers. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://bbc.in/newscastdiscordGet in touch with Newscast by emailing newscast@bbc.co.uk or send us a WhatsApp on +44 0330 123 9480.New episodes released every day. If you're in the UK, for more News and Current Affairs podcasts from the BBC, listen on BBC Sounds: https://bbc.in/4guXgXd Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. The presenter was James Cook. It was made by Anna Harris with Shiler Mahmoudi. The social producer was Jem Westgate. The technical producer was Michael Regaard. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.

Where do you put your money in the Gulf right now? Loulou sits down with one of the UAE's most experienced investors to read the region as it actually is in June 2026: the regional war still the dominant story, the World Cup just under way and more. HE Faisal Belhoul is a veteran Emirati investor and entrepreneur, former Vice Chair of Dubai Chambers, and chairman of UAE second-division football club Fursan Hispania (co-built with Real Madrid legend Michel Salgado). He has been one of the most consistent backers of operators building global businesses out of Dubai for two decades. For students, fresh graduates and aspiring founders, Belhoul closes with the single quality he backs in founders, the apprentice model he believes in, and the line he was given by a founder he is mentoring: "I eat 'no' for breakfast." Chapters: 01:57 - The Three Big Stories of the Week 03:15 - Football as a Family Affair: 22 Years Waiting for Arsenal 5:28 - Mohamed Salah and Football's Soft Power 16:38 - Why Sport Survives the AI Era 20:52 - Dubai Chambers and the Private Sector's Role 26:29 - How Moove Grew From $10M to $400M Revenue 36:43 - Can Expats Still Build a Life Here at 60? 38:10 - Golden Visas and What Comes Next 43:01 - INJAZ and the Next Generation of Entrepreneurs 44:44 - The One Founder Trait Belhoul Backs: Perseverance Follow Loulou Khazen Instagram: /louloukhazen LinkedIn: /louloukhazen X (Twitter): /louloukhazen Follow the guests HE Faisal Belhoul Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/faisalbelhoul/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/faisalbelhoulofficial/ Also available on Apple Podcasts https://bit.ly/3Stm32D Spotify https://bit.ly/3H1vzHO Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Today, the first televised debate from the Makerfield by-election has taken place in a special edition of Question Time.Adam and Chris reunite after Question Time to discuss all the biggest moments, including Andy Burnham's clearest confirmation yet that he will stand in a Labour leadership election - but will he trigger one? Plus, Alex and Faisal wrap up the biggest news stories of the week, including the political response to the murder of Henry Nowak. A full list of candidates for the Makerfield by-election is available on the BBC News website: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cgrp1z8n4w2oYou can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to listen, just say "Ask BBC Sounds to play Newscast”. It works on most smart speakers. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://bbc.in/newscastdiscordGet in touch with Newscast by emailing newscast@bbc.co.uk or send us a WhatsApp on +44 0330 123 9480.New episodes released every day. If you're in the UK, for more News and Current Affairs podcasts from the BBC, listen on BBC Sounds: https://bbc.in/4guXgXd Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. The presenter was Adam Fleming. It was made by Miranda Slade and Jack Maclaren with Shiler Mahmoudi. The social producer was Jem Westgate. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.

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Faisal Butt is the Founder & Managing Partner of Pi Labs, one of Europe's leading venture capital firms focused on AI and technology transforming real estate and the built world. Since founding the firm in 2014, he has led investments in ~100 companies across 17+ countries, achieving 20+ exits, and backing founders redefining how real estate and real assets are designed, built and operated.He is also the Founder of Spire Ventures, his principal investment platform focused on scaling and aggregating real asset–backed operating businesses across sectors including property services, infrastructure and asset management.With a background spanning venture capital, private equity and entrepreneurship, Faisal has built, scaled and exited businesses while investing across both high-growth technology and traditional real assets. His work sits at the intersection of AI, infrastructure and real estate, with a focus on backing category-defining companies and platforms globally.He holds an MBA with Distinction from the University of Oxford and a degree in Business Economics and Computer Science from UCLA.

Today, Sir Tony Blair has spoken to the Today programme about an almost 6,000 word essay in which he criticises the Labour government for focusing on politics rather than policy. Adam, Alex and Faisal discuss the arguments made by the former Prime Minister, plus how two would-be leadership contenders Wes Streeting and Andy Burnham (who still needs to fight and win a by-election if he wants to challenge Keir Starmer) have pushed back. And energy bills will rise for millions as Ofgem raise the price cap for the first time since war in Iran. A full list of candidates standing in the Makerfield By-Election is available on the BBC News website https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cgrp1z8n4w2o You can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to listen, just say "Ask BBC Sounds to play Newscast”. It works on most smart speakers. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://bbc.in/newscastdiscordGet in touch with Newscast by emailing newscast@bbc.co.uk or send us a WhatsApp on +44 0330 123 9480.New episodes released every day. If you're in the UK, for more News and Current Affairs podcasts from the BBC, listen on BBC Sounds: https://bbc.in/4guXgXd Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. The presenter was Adam Fleming. It was made by Miranda Slade with Shiler Mahmoudi. The social producer was Gabriel Purcell-Davis. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.

Today, the government announced a watering down of Russian oil sanctions as fuel prices rise from Iran war. Adam is joined by Chris and Faisal to discuss that, as well as the cut in fuel duty and Wes Streeting's resignation speech in the House of Commons.And Emma Pinchbeck, CEO of the Climate Change Committee, speaks to Adam about a new report on climate adaptation in the UK. You can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to listen, just say "Ask BBC Sounds to play Newscast”. It works on most smart speakers. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://bbc.in/newscastdiscordGet in touch with Newscast by emailing newscast@bbc.co.uk or send us a WhatsApp on +44 0330 123 9480.New episodes released every day. If you're in the UK, for more News and Current Affairs podcasts from the BBC, listen on BBC Sounds: https://bbc.in/4guXgXd Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. The presenter was Adam Fleming. It was made by Chris Gray with Gabriel Purcell-Davis and Shiler Mahmoudi. The social producer was Joe Wilkinson. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.

Today, its been revealed HS2 could cost up to £102.7bn and trains will be slower than first planned. It has been revealed trains will not start running until between 2036 and 2039, up to six years later than the most recent official target of 2033. As of March 2026, £44.2bn has already been spent on the programme. Adam and Faisal discuss how we have got to this point. And, the Metropolitan Police have confirmed that up to 57 individuals and 20 companies could face criminal charges over the Grenfell Tower fire disaster. They say they will submit evidence files to the Crown Prosecution Service who will then make a final decision on whether to prosecute with any trials unlikely to take place before 2029, ten years after the disaster took place. Adam is joined by correspondent Tom Symonds to discuss why the process has taken so long.You can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to listen, just say "Ask BBC Sounds to play Newscast”. It works on most smart speakers. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://bbc.in/newscastdiscordGet in touch with Newscast by emailing newscast@bbc.co.uk or send us a WhatsApp on +44 0330 123 9480.New episodes released every day. If you're in the UK, for more News and Current Affairs podcasts from the BBC, listen on BBC Sounds: https://bbc.in/4guXgXd Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. The presenter was Adam Fleming. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Anna Harris. The social producer was Jem Westgate. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.

Today, the government has laid out their plans for new legislation in the King's speech, amid speculation that Wes Streeting is going to launch a leadership challenge against Keir Starmer as soon as Thursday.It's rumoured that Streeting wanted to wait in order to not distract from the speech, but the rising speculation has dominated headlines and the commons. What was actually in the King's speech? And what might lay ahead for the PM and the Labour party? Adam is joined by Chris and Faisal.You can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to listen, just say "Ask BBC Sounds to play Newscast”. It works on most smart speakers. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://bbc.in/newscastdiscordGet in touch with Newscast by emailing newscast@bbc.co.uk or send us a WhatsApp on +44 0330 123 9480.New episodes released every day. If you're in the UK, for more News and Current Affairs podcasts from the BBC, listen on BBC Sounds: https://bbc.in/4guXgXd Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. The presenter was Adam Fleming. It was made by Anna Harris with Shiler Mahmoudi. The social producer was Joe Wilkinson. The technical producer was Philip Bull. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.

Ghost opens episode 106 with the Senate hearing where Lindsey Graham attacks Pakistan as mediator, then cuts to Trump defending Pakistan's field marshal and prime minister in real time. Two landmark op-eds frame the hour: Robert Kagan's Atlantic piece declaring the Iran confrontation a strategic defeat for US-led hegemony, and Prince Turki al-Faisal's Arab News essay crediting MBS with quietly pulling the rug out from under the war's advocates. Ghost walks through reports of secret UAE and Saudi strikes on Iran, calling them psyops aimed at fracturing Muslim world unity. Israel's Starlink de-anonymizing tool surfaces as confirmation of Ghost's theory about Russian intelligence helping Iran identify Mossad and CIA protest operators. At home in Israel, the Haredi factions move to dissolve the Knesset after Netanyahu fails to deliver the Yeshiva draft exemption, with the IDF chief warning the military will collapse without 12,000 new recruits immediately. Smotrich says publicly the war must end with expanded Israeli borders. The World Jewish Congress governing board meeting closes the episode with Ronald Lauder calling for more aggressive hate speech prosecution and the Axel Springer CEO declaring Europe must become more Jewish.

A lot has changed in the world of Faisal Hussain since he last went under the white-hot spotlight of the Off the Record podcast studios. A new career path, with a new company. Growing children, with whom he gets to spend more time. A surprise award, bestowed by his college alma mater. And many new changes in the CDI industry he continues to serve, including a new ethics paper and now a new physician query practice brief from ACDIS. In short, it's a great time to have back the former Executive Director of CDI at Wellstar Health System, and now newly minted CDI System Physician Advisor at MedStar Health. We'll get into all these topics and more on today's show, covering: New role: Who is MedStar Health and Faisal does as CDI System Physician Advisor. And why the major change?  New focus: Moving out of CDI operations and into creative projects and technology expansion. Faisal's work bridging rev cycle, UM/UR, risk management/medical legal, denials and lawsuits--recruiting different leaders across all service lines to standardize and make effective documentation workflows. Working in CDI/coding/healthcare in the utterly unique state of Maryland ... what's going on there and why is every regulation “except Maryland”? What might hospitals be under-leveraging in the physician advisor role?  New ACDIS papers Safeguarding Ethical Documentation Practices in Querying, Peer-to-Peer Discussion, and Technological Initiatives and the new physician query practice brief—his work and analysis Surprise recipient of the 2026 Outstanding Alumnus Award from The University of TN Health Science Center Being a father of neurodivergent daughters, whom he now gets to spend more time with. What has he learned from them. Special praise for Tami Gomez and her work starting a Neurodivergent Coding Internship Program. Finally setting the record straight on “Baby Shark” and putting me, the host, in his place... 

Most Muslims don't need investment advice. They need help escaping debt. In this episode of Freshly Grounded, Faisal and Kaya sit down with Shaykh Uthman Ibn Farooq for one of the most practical conversations we've had around money, modern consumerism, mortgages, credit cards, buy-now-pay-later culture and what Islam actually teaches about wealth. This is about: • Why so many Muslims feel financially trapped • The psychology behind spending money you don't have • How social media and marketing manipulate your desires • The hidden dangers of mortgages and credit cards • What the Sahabah taught us about wealth, simplicity and freedom • The difference between needs, wants and necessities • Why living below your means is becoming a forgotten sunnah Shaykh Uthman also shares stories from his own life — from driving luxury cars to living in tiny rooftop rooms while studying Islam overseas — and explains why some of the happiest years of his life came with the least possessions. A conversation every Muslim family needs to hear.

CAABU Director Chris Doyle sits down in London with Faisal J. Abbas, Editor-in-Chief of Arab News, to get a pulse check on the mood in Saudi Arabia and the Gulf and the heartbreaking human stories behind the economic headlines following the US/Israel war against Iran.

A casual catch-up that somehow turns into a masterclass on building in public, protecting your rizq, and navigating the chaos of the internet. From Faisal's Instagram getting shut down overnight, to what it really means to own your audience. They unpack the reality of building a business in public, the balance between transparency and protecting yourself from the evil eye, and why not everything should be shared — even in the age of "content." There's also a proper deep dive into Faisal's AI SaaS (Scorper), how it went from a personal tool to a growing product, and the exact marketing strategies behind it — including referrals, directories, Product Hunt launches, and community-led growth.  

Today, after a week of warning's from the government over the financial impact of the war in Iran - is the reality starting to hit home?Adam, Chris and Faisal are joined by Ailbhe Rea Political Editor of the New Statesman to discuss how the financial effects could be felt all over the country? It comes after the Bank of England warns interest rates could rise this year following a “significant energy price shock”. And, with economic uncertainty looking set to continue - could this put off Labour MPs from launching a challenge to Keir Starmer? You can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to listen, just say "Ask BBC Sounds to play Newscast”. It works on most smart speakers. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://bbc.in/newscastdiscordGet in touch with Newscast by emailing newscast@bbc.co.uk or send us a WhatsApp on +44 0330 123 9480.New episodes released every day. If you're in the UK, for more News and Current Affairs podcasts from the BBC, listen on BBC Sounds: https://bbc.in/4guXgXd Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. The presenter was Adam Fleming. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Jem Westgate. The social producer was Gabriel Purcell-Davis . The technical producer was . The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.

Today, Keir Starmer has sent a "real chill throughout the civil service." That's according to a senior union official following his decision to sack the lead civil servant in the Foreign Office, Olly Robbins.James and Chris are joined by Senior Fellow at the Institute for Government, Catherine Haddon, to discuss the recent turbulence in the relationship between the government and the Civil Service over the appointment of Peter Mandelson and whats next for the institution.And, economics editor Faisal also joins us to discuss why the inflation rate has increased 3.3% in March. You can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to listen, just say "Ask BBC Sounds to play Newscast”. It works on most smart speakers. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhere Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by James Cook. It was made by Chris Gray with Jem Westgate. The social producer was Joe Wilkinson. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.

In this solo episode, Faisal breaks down what might be the biggest opportunity Muslims have ever had in the modern world. For years, we've been told: "Work for yourself so you can protect your time, your salah, and your income." But for most people… that always felt out of reach. Not anymore. Faisal dives into the rise of AI and "vibe coding" — where you can now build real apps, tools, and businesses without knowing how to code… or even being "technical." He shares: Why this moment is different from anything before How Muslims can use this shift to take control of their income The exact mindset shift needed to actually start Real examples (including how Freshly Grounded grew massively using AI tools) Why most people are overthinking it — and missing the window This isn't a "get rich quick" talk. It's a wake-up call. A reminder that we're living through a rare moment where: Skills are no longer a barrier Money is no longer a barrier And opportunity is wide open The question is… will you take it?

Today, an undercover BBC investigation has found evidence of law firms and legal advisors helping migrants pretend to be gay to get asylum.Migrants were advised to take staged photos at nightclubs, attend LGBT events and to go to GPs pretending to be depressed to obtain medical evidence to support their cases. Adam and Chris are joined by BBC politics investigation correspondent Billy Kenber, who uncovered the story.In response to our findings, the Home Office said: "Anyone found trying to exploit the system will face the full force of the law, including removal from the UK."Plus, Adam also checks in with Faisal, who's in the US at the IMF's annual conference. He fills us in on the indirect war of words between Rachel Reeves and her US counterpart, Scott Bessent.You can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to listen, just say "Ask BBC Sounds to play Newscast”. It works on most smart speakers. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://bbc.in/newscastdiscordGet in touch with Newscast by emailing newscast@bbc.co.uk or send us a WhatsApp on +44 0330 123 9480.New episodes released every day. If you're in the UK, for more News and Current Affairs podcasts from the BBC, listen on BBC Sounds: https://bbc.in/4guXgXd Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. The presenter was Adam Fleming. It was made by Anna Harris with Shiler Mahmoudi. The social producer was Joe Wilkinson. The technical producer was Jonathan Greer. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.

Faisal sits down with Imran, better known online as What In The Chef, to unpack the story behind one of the fastest growing food creators online. From leaving engineering and working in the bin area at McDonald's… to building a personal brand with millions of followers… to self-publishing his cookbook entirely through Canva, this is a masterclass in betting on yourself. Imran shares how he built his audience by focusing on simple, realistic recipes for everyday people, why he refused traditional publishers, and how his mission goes beyond food — helping people build confidence in the kitchen and create better moments with family. If you've ever thought about starting content, writing a book, or launching a product — this episode will give you clarity and confidence.

Three Pakistani comedians Sajjad Jani, Faisal Roy, and Sajid Hussain, have expressed gratitude for the warm welcome they received during their performances in Australia. - پاکستان سے آسٹریلیا آںے والے تین مزاح کار ساجد جانی ، فیصل راے اور ساجد حسینن، جن کے فن کو آسٹریلیا میں مقیم اردو اور پنجابی بولنے والی تارکین وطن کی بڑی آبادی نے سراہا کہتے ہیں انہیں محسوس ہی نہیں ہوا کہ وہ آسٹریلیا میں اپنے فن کا مظاہرہ کر رہے ہیں ۔

Faisal Hoque talks about his book "Transcend: Unlocking Humanity in the Age of AI." Faisal is a leading technologist, transformation expert, and bestselling author of ten award-winning books. He is the founder of NextChapter and has worked with top organizations like MasterCard, IBM, and the U.S. Department of Defense. His book "Lift" was a #1 Wall Street Journal and a USA Today bestseller. Host, Kevin Craine Do you want to be a guest? https://DigitalTransformationPodast.net/guest Do you want to be a sponsor? https://DigitalTransformationPodcast.net/advertise

Today, Adam, Chris and Faisal are joined by Panorama Jane Corbin to discuss the latest strikes in the war in Iran.They look at a straining relationship between Israel and the US and how the UK is reacting to the shock to the global economy.You can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to listen, just say "Ask BBC Sounds to play Newscast”. It works on most smart speakers. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://bbc.in/newscastdiscordGet in touch with Newscast by emailing newscast@bbc.co.uk or send us a WhatsApp on +44 0330 123 9480.New episodes released every day. If you're in the UK, for more News and Current Affairs podcasts from the BBC, listen on BBC Sounds: https://bbc.in/4guXgXd Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. The presenter was Adam Fleming. It was made by Anna Harris with Jem Westgate. The social producer was Jem Westgate. The technical producer was Jack Graysmark. The assistant editor was Jack Maclaren. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.

As America and Israel's conflict with Iran spills out into the region and beyond, Christiane gets perspective from around the world with a range of guests. U.S. Democratic Senator, Chris Murphy, who sits on the foreign relations committee is up first with a furious response to the roll out of this war and the lack of clear objectives. Then from inside Iran, Christiane hears from human rights activist Mehdi Mahmoudian, who co-write the Oscar-nominated drama 'It Was Just an Accident' and was until recently, a political prisoner of the regime. And with the Gulf region under fire, Christiane speaks to Saudi Arabia's Prince Turki al-Faisal, the country's former director of intelligence. Plus with America's allies increasingly walking a tightrope, Christiane hears from Britain's former spymaster, John Sawers, after President Trump criticised Prime Minister Starmer's initial response. And, with many Americans hearing echoes of Iraq, a lookback at Christiane's reporting from Baghdad just after the fall of Saddam Hussein. Air date: March 7, 2026   Guests:  Senator Chris Murphy Former Saudi Intelligence Chief, Prince Turki al-Faisal  Former MI6 Chief, John Sawers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Israel is conducting yet another wave of strikes across Iran and Lebanon, while the US says its heaviest attacks are still to come. Five days in, the Trump administration is trying to project a clear and unified message after failing to answer basic questions about its mission. Democratic Senator Chris Murphy is on the Foreign Relations Committee, and he was among a group of senators briefed by Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Tuesday evening. He joined Christiane from Capitol Hill just ahead of the Senate vote on whether to authorize this war.  Also on today's show: Former Saudi intelligence chief Turki al-Faisal; Former MI6 Chief John Sawers    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Historian Faisal Husain wrote the book "Rivers of the Sultan: The Tigris and Euphrates in the Ottoman Empire" and in this episode, helps us explore the history of the Tigris and Euphrates. He argued for the necessity of understanding human history within the context of geological time, discussing the rivers' origins roughly 20 million years ago, tracing their influence on civilization from the "agricultural revolution" (which some scholars argue was a mistake leading to health issues) to the rise of early urban centers like the Sumerian cities. The conversation highlights the difference between the gentle Euphrates, which attracted early settlements, and the fast and unpredictable Tigris. Shifting to the Ottoman era, Husain examines the environmental challenges of Ottoman Iraq, which was poor in essential resources like grain, metal, and wood suited for construction, and details the extraordinary story of the Euphrates river changing its course in the late 1600s due to a poorly dug irrigation canal. He emphasizes the cultural importance of the palm tree and the vital role of water buffaloes, which made life possible for a quarter of the Iraqi population in the wetlands, whose fate would have otherwise been migration to seek resources and refuge elsewhere. 0:00 Introduction1:47 When Did the Tigris and Euphrates Start?3:04 The Importance of Deep History5:49 Geological Origins: 20 Million Years Ago7:37 When the Rivers Began to Matter to Homo Sapiens10:40 The Rationale for Writing Deep History12:00 Starting Middle East History Before 6th Century Arabia14:45 The Difference Between the Twin Rivers17:05 Why Sumerian Civilization Clustered on the Euphrates20:36 Questioning the Agricultural Revolution23:16 How Agriculture Began: Trial and Error27:00 The Consequences of Taming Nature30:40 The Ottoman Conquest of Iraq32:20 Why Iraq Was Environmentally Poor for a Major Power36:06 Iraq's Default Status Under Iranian States38:25 Baghdad in the 16th Century42:25 The Euphrates Shifts Course (Late 1600s)47:09 Water Buffaloes: The Essential Technology of the Wetlands49:28 Ranking the Most Important Crops51:03 Evliya Çelebi: The Traveler54:49 Ottoman vs. European Traveler Perspectives58:35 The Book Cover: Baghdad on the Tigris Faisal Husain is an environmental historian of the Ottoman Empire, with a geographical focus on its eastern provinces in Anatolia and Iraq and a temporal focus on the early modern period. His first book "Rivers of the Sultan" examined the role of the Tigris and Euphrates in the establishment of Ottoman state institutions in the Ottoman eastern borderland between the sixteenth and eighteenth centuries. His second book project is an environmental history of Ottoman frontier expansion east of the Euphrates during the sixteenth century. He is co-editing a book on the global histories of animals (under contract with Oxford University Press) with Emily Wakild (Boise State University) and Nancy Jacobs (Brown University). In 2024-2025, he served as a senior lecturer at Boğaziçi University's Department of History in Istanbul through the Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program. He serves on several editorial boards, including those of Marmara Türkiyat Araştırmaları Dergisi (Marmara University), Global Environment (White Horse Press), and the “Middle East Environmental Histories” book series (Leiden University Press). Hosted by: Mikey Muhanna

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Dive into an engaging speed round from THINK Business LIVE with Jon Dwoskin and Faisal Abid, Google Developer Expert. These quick-fire questions and candid answers reveal best advice, favorite books, and personal insights. Watch the full episode Connect with Jon Dwoskin: Twitter: @jdwoskin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonathan.dwoskin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejondwoskinexperience/ Website: https://jondwoskin.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jondwoskin/ Email: jon@jondwoskin.com Get Jon's Book: The Think Big Movement: Grow your business big. Very Big!   Connect with Faisal Abid: Websites: faisalabid.com https://eirenecremations.com/ *E – explicit language may be used in this podcast.

Faisal sits down with Hamza Tzortzis for one of those conversations that starts with "bro you lost weight?"… and ends up deep in ḥikmah, the algorithm, tadabbur, and why modern Muslims are quietly outsourcing their brains to AI. Hamza breaks down: why "1/3 food, 1/3 water, 1/3 air" is a limit, not a target how hunger can be reframed as your body repairing itself his "B + C + D" framework for living with intention (and keeping everything Allāh-centric) why short-form content can't be your whole dā'wah strategy how the algorithm reshapes your morals without you noticing why natural beauty and Qur'anic beauty are antidotes to ego + modernity why "scientific miracles in the Qur'an" can be a trap, and the more robust approach he built (and wrote a whole PhD on) what Sapience Institute is doing behind the scenes, and the launch of Sapience Academy to train 10,000 intellectual ambassadors by 2030 If you've ever felt like the internet is making everyone louder, harsher, and dumber… this one will recalibrate you.

Today, the US has seized two oil tankers — one Russian-flagged vessel in the North Atlantic and another ship in the Caribbean. Both vessels have links to Venezuela.The UK supported US efforts to seize the Russian-flagged ship, which is accused of breaking US sanctions by shipping Iranian oil.What do we know so far and is this the closest Russia and the US have been to confrontation since the Cold War? Adam is joined by BBC international editor Jeremy Bowen and Michelle Wiese Bockmann, senior maritime intelligence analyst at Windward.Also in the studio is BBC economics editor Faisal Islam, who's back from a visit to Google HQ in California, where they are developing a quantum computer which could have capabilities beyond anything the world has yet seen. Faisal fills us in on what he learned from his trip.You can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to listen, just say "Ask BBC Sounds to play Newscast”. It works on most smart speakers. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://bbc.in/newscastdiscordGet in touch with Newscast by emailing newscast@bbc.co.uk or send us a WhatsApp on +44 0330 123 9480.New episodes released every day. If you're in the UK, for more News and Current Affairs podcasts from the BBC, listen on BBC Sounds: https://bbc.in/4guXgXd Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. The presenter was Adam Fleming. It was made by Rufus Gray with Shiler Mahmoudi and Laura Cain. The social producers were Beth Pritchard and Sophie Millward. The technical producer was Stephen Bailey. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.

Today, the Bank of England has cut interest rates to the lowest level since early 2023. Chancellor Rachel Reeves calls it "good news for families with mortgages and businesses with loans" - but says there's "more to do". Meanwhile, the Bank now expects no economic growth at the end of this year. Faisal is with Tristan in the studio to talk it through.And, tension is still building between the US and Venezuela. President Donald Trump has ordered "a total and complete" blockade of all sanctioned oil tankers entering and leaving Venezuela - a move denounced by Caracas as "warmongering threats". Tristan is joined by his global story host Asma Khalid and Vanessa Buschschlüter Latin America and Caribbean Editor for the BBC News website. You can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to listen, just say "Ask BBC Sounds to play Newscast”. It works on most smart speakers. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://bbc.in/newscastdiscordGet in touch with Newscast by emailing newscast@bbc.co.uk or send us a WhatsApp on +44 0330 123 9480.New episodes released every day. If you're in the UK, for more News and Current Affairs podcasts from the BBC, listen on BBC Sounds: https://bbc.in/4guXgXd Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. The presenter was Tristan Redman. It was made by Jack Maclaren and Jem Westgate. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.