Podcasts about GCC

"Investing by Global Regions" Panel - 361Firm Newport Conference (July 2025)Transcript: https://361.pub/GlobalRegionsNP25TranscriptAll 361Firm Podcasts on Apple (https://361.pub/podcast_apple), Spotify (https://361.pub/spotify), Simplecast (https://361.pub/pods) SUMMARY: The panel at the 361Firm Newport Conference discussed investment opportunities and challenges in various global regions. Areej Alturki highlighted Saudi Arabia's rapid transformation, with major investments from firms like BlackRock and projects like Neom. Parth Vakil noted India's growing middle class and demographic challenges, emphasizing the potential of AI and smartphones. Brittany McDonough from Launch Africa highlighted the continent's talent pool and integration with the GCC. Charles Beyrouthy discussed the US Chips Act's impact on geopolitics and chip manufacturing. Anna Cardona from Mississippi emphasized the region's strategic location and tax incentives for regenerative energy projects.SUMMARY KEYWORDS: Saudi Arabia, GCC, investment opportunities, economic transformation, cultural change, India, middle class growth, demographic challenges, Africa, talent development, technology sovereignty, US Chips Act, grid reliability, AI, data centers.SPEAKERS: Areej Alturki, Brittany McDonough - Launch Africa, Parth Vakil, Mark Sanor, Speaker 1, Charles Beyrouthy, Anna Cardona You can subscribe to various 361 events and content at https://361firm.com/subs. For reference: Web: www.361firm.com/homeOnboard as Investor: https://361.pub/shortdiagOnboard Deals 361: www.361firm.com/onbOnboard as Banker: www.361firm.com/bankersEvents: www.361firm.com/eventsContent: www.youtube.com/361firmWeekly Digests: www.361firm.com/digest

Zak Mir talks to Howard White, Interim Chairman, Hydrogen Utopia, as the pioneer in transforming non-recyclable mixed waste into clean hydrogen, announces that it has now signed a binding outline agreement with InEnTec Inc. covering the MENA region. From Challenges to Opportunities: The Strategic Pivot Hydrogen Utopia's journey has not been without hurdles. Initially, the company followed the European Union's ambitious hydrogen initiatives, investing heavily in technology development. However, as Howard White explains, the EU's regulatory environment proved restrictive and slow-moving, with limited progress despite substantial efforts and resources. White reflects on this experience candidly, acknowledging the shared sacrifices made by shareholders and leadership alike.  “When you bang your head against the wall long enough and it hurts, you stop banging your head against the wall and you look for something else.” This realization led Hydrogen Utopia to refocus on the MENA region, particularly the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, where governments are eager to invest in proven, scalable solutions. Unlike the EU, these countries prioritize technologies with demonstrated operational success, ready to back large-scale projects with billions of dollars in funding. Leveraging Proven Technology with InEnTec Partnership A major milestone for Hydrogen Utopia is its partnership with InEnTec Inc., a company with a fully operational, full-scale system running in the United States for over 13 years. This technology, which converts mixed waste into hydrogen at high temperatures (around 2,500°C), offers a tangible, low-risk solution that GCC nations can confidently adopt. White emphasizes the importance of this technology readiness level 9 (TRL9) status, explaining that it allows Hydrogen Utopia to present not just a concept but a working model to potential clients, significantly reducing investment risk.  “They want to see something that works. They want to go and look at it and then they want to put the money in it.” This readiness is critical in a region where timeframes for project approval and construction are much shorter than in Europe, enabling rapid deployment and operation. Decarbonizing Construction and Waste Management One of the most promising applications for Hydrogen Utopia's technology lies in the decarbonization of the construction industry, which is booming in the MENA region. Cement production, a major source of CO2 emissions, traditionally relies on coal, natural gas, and waste materials such as tires and plastics as fuel sources. Hydrogen Utopia's solution offers a way to replace these carbon-intensive fuels with clean hydrogen produced locally, right next to cement plants. White highlights the scale of this opportunity: There are 47 cement plants in Saudi Arabia alone. Each ton of cement requires approximately 15 kilograms of hydrogen. The region's cement production runs into millions of tons annually. Producing hydrogen onsite avoids the high costs and inefficiencies associated with transporting hydrogen from distant solar-powered electrolysis plants, which can more than double the price. Hydrogen Utopia's approach can deliver low-carbon hydrogen at approximately $4.50 to $5 per kilogram, making it economically competitive. Moreover, the technology can process challenging waste streams such as tires and plastics by breaking them down to their molecular components. This process not only generates hydrogen but also produces clean CO2 suitable for carbon capture utilization and sequestration (CCUS). Carbon Capture and Enhanced Oil Recovery Hydrogen Utopia's system includes a gas water shift process that doubles hydrogen output while producing pure CO2. This CO2 can be used in enhanced oil recovery (EOR), a technique where CO2 is injected into depleted oil fields to extract remaining oil and simultaneously trap the CO2 underground, effectively sequestering it. Such CCUS applications are a key part of the UAE's and Saudi Arabia's environmental strategies, aligning with their ambitions to lead in carbon reduction technologies. Addressing the Growing Plastic Waste Crisis Plastic waste, which is projected to increase from 400 million tons per year today to 1.5 billion tons by 2050, presents a significant environmental challenge. Traditional recycling methods are energy intensive and do not eliminate plastic pollution but merely repurpose it. Hydrogen Utopia's technology offers a solution by destroying plastic waste at the molecular level, converting it into clean hydrogen and CO2, thereby removing plastic from the environment rather than recycling it into new products. Engagement with Clients and Market Outlook The response from cement producers and other industrial clients in the GCC has been overwhelmingly positive. White notes that many companies recognize Hydrogen Utopia's solution as the only viable decarbonization path currently available to them. With a working system already operational in the US, potential clients can verify the technology firsthand, which significantly accelerates decision-making and project financing. Funding for projects will typically be structured through special purpose vehicles (SPVs), with offtake agreements securing the sale of hydrogen before construction begins. This model reduces financial risk and streamlines investment, especially given the scale of potential customers, some valued at tens of billions of dollars. Reflections on the Hydrogen Market and Future Prospects Howard White candidly addresses the skepticism around hydrogen investments, acknowledging past disappointments but emphasizing Hydrogen Utopia's relatively short history of just over four years in a challenging market environment. He critiques the confusing “color” coding of hydrogen—green, gray, blue, turquoise—as marketing jargon that obscures the real issue, which is the carbon intensity of production. In the MENA region, the focus is simply on low-carbon hydrogen, regardless of color.  “Hydrogen actually is colorless. It's all the same color.” White remains optimistic about the company's trajectory, comparing Hydrogen Utopia's turnaround to McLaren's dramatic improvement in Formula 1 racing. He stresses that with proven technology, a receptive market, and supportive regional governments, the company is poised for rapid growth and multiple project sales in the near future. Conclusion Hydrogen Utopia's innovative approach to producing clean hydrogen from mixed waste positions it as a key player in the MENA region's energy transition. By leveraging proven technology, aligning with regional economic visions, and addressing critical environmental challenges such as cement industry emissions and plastic waste, the company offers a compelling solution with significant commercial potential. As governments in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and other Gulf countries accelerate their decarbonization efforts, Hydrogen Utopia's model of localized, low-carbon hydrogen production could become a blueprint for sustainable industrial growth in the region and beyond. Stay tuned for more updates as Hydrogen Utopia moves forward with its ambitious projects and partnerships, driving real-world change in the clean energy landscape.

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Sermon preached by Nick Gagnon at GCC in Marblehead on July 20, 2025.

This episode covers the stability of Islamic Republic of Iran in the aftermath of the 12 Day War, and how the regime will adapt to its new reality. Guest Biographies Michael Connell is an expert in Persian-Gulf security-related issues, the armed forces of Iran, U.S.-GCC security cooperation, and adversary cyber policy and strategy. He has served as CNA's Field Analyst to Naval Forces Central Command (NAVCENT). Dov Zakheim a Senior Fellow at CNA and the Center for Strategic and International Studies. He served as Undersecretary of Defense from 2001-2004. Further Reading CNA Report: The Nuclear Programs of Russia, China, North Korea, and Iran CNA Report: The Evolving Russia-Iran Relationship CNA InDepth: Russia and China Respond—or Don't—to the 12-Day War in Iran CNA Talks: Syria After Assad

Following an eventful first half, what does the future hold for Emerging Markets? Yerlan Syzdykov, Global Head of Emerging Markets, Amundi, joins HSBC's Global Head of Emerging Markets Research, Dr Murat Ulgen, to discuss the widening gap between emerging market and developed market growth. They explore the key trends across equities and fixed income, the regions and local currency markets showing strength, and how Amundi is navigating the current landscape.Watch or listen to find out more.This episode was recorded on the sidelines of the HSBC Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Exchanges Conference in London on 17 June 2025.Read more about the GCC conference here https://www.business.hsbc.com/campaigns/hsbc-gulf-cooperation-council-conference-gccDisclaimer: Views of external guest speakers do not represent those of HSBC.

After almost 130 years, chiropractic is the leading alternative health care discipline in the US. What's our next move? The old saying, 'leave the place better than you found it" holds very true right now for those of us who have been around for 30+ years. Can we leave chiropractic better than we found it? Recorded live at the GCC event in 2017

A pioneering Saudi athlete who defied expectations by qualifying to represent Saudi Arabia in cross-country skiing at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan, becoming the first Saudi male skier to do so.  Since his international skiing debut in 2021, he has competed in multiple FIS Nordic World Ski Championships, including Planica 2023 and Trondheim 2025.Despite training in a city with no snow, Rakan's daily regimen built on running, swimming, cycling, and hill climbs, reflects a relentless commitment to excellence that has propelled him from the desert to the world stage. Away from the snow, Rakan is also a decorated rower, inspired by his cousin Hussein Alireza, who competed at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics. He is a multiple-time GCC indoor rowing champion and a national champion at the Saudi Games who has represented Saudi Arabia at the 2022 Asian Games in single sculls.

Sermon preached by Nick Gagnon at GCC in Marblehead on July 13, 2025.

On today's program, Baylor University voluntarily rescinded their acceptance of an LGBTQ research grant after receiving pushback. The school's president says their stance on biblical sexuality has not changed. We'll have details. And, is a membership with the Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability worth the cost? We talked with current and former members. Also, the adoption of A-I in church operations is now mainstream…but pastors aren't ready to use it for everything. Plus, a guide to giving to ministries helping with relief efforts in central Texas after floods devastated the area. First, a former member is suing John MacArthur's megachurch for how it handled church discipline. The producer for today's program is Jeff McIntosh. We get database and other technical support from Stephen DuBarry, Rod Pitzer, and Casey Sudduth. Writers who contributed to today's program include Bob Smietana, Kim Roberts, Tony Mator, Jim Vertigo, John Seewer, Jessica Eturralde, and Christina Darnell. Until next time, may God bless you.   MANUSCRIPT:    FIRST SEGMENT Warren:                                                        Hello everybody. I'm Warren Smith, coming to you from Charlotte, North Carolina. Natasha: And I'm Natasha Cowden, coming to you from Denver, Colorado, and we'd like to welcome you to the MinistryWatch podcast. Warren: On today's program, Baylor University voluntarily rescinded their acceptance of an LGBTQ research grant after receiving pushback. The school's president says their stance on biblical sexuality has not changed. We'll have details. And, is a membership with the Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability worth the cost? We talked with current and former members. Also, the adoption of A-I in church operations is now mainstream…but pastors aren't ready to use it for everything. Plus, a guide to giving to ministries helping with relief efforts in central Texas after floods devastated the area. Natasha: But first, a former member is suing John MacArthur's megachurch for how it handled church discipline. Warren: In a complaint filed Thursday (July 3) in Los Angeles County Superior Court, lawyers for Lorraine Zielinski said she went to leaders at the megachurch in LA's Sun Valley neighborhood, where MacArthur is the longtime pastor, seeking counseling for her troubled marriage and was told her conversations would be kept confidential. According to the complaint, she told counselors she was afraid for her safety and the safety of her daughter, alleging that her then-husband was physically abusive. Her lawyers said church leaders pressured Zielinski to drop her request for a legal separation. When Zielinski tried to resign as a church member, pastors put her under church discipline for failing to follow their counsel, according to the complaint. They also allegedly told her to either come to a meeting with church pastors or details of her counseling would be made public to the congregation. Natasha: What happened? Warren: According to the complaint. “When Plaintiff did not attend the meeting, GCC made good on its threat and shared information gained through confidential communications relating to her marriage with GCC membership,” “GCC also misrepresented parts of these communications, painting Plaintiff as a bad actor in the marriage and the party at fault for the marital dispute. GCC also omitted Plaintiff's husband's desire to remarry and dissolve the marriage.” Natasha: Church members were also allegedly asked to pressure Zielenski to submit to church leaders and to reconcile with her husband, according to the complaint. Warren: Lawyers for Zielenski said the church violated her right to privacy and her right to free association, disclosed private facts, painted her in a false light, breached confidentiality and intentionally inflicted emotional distress. Grace Community Church did not reply to a request for co...

DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE Dangling baked beans from your eye brows. Being born a Mekon. GET TO THE FISH MISSION! Easy on the eye, easier on both eyes. Keep playing until the Universe stops expanding... NEXT SHOW'S GAME Jr. Pac-man (1983 Bally Midway / a GCC game) CONTROLS: 4-way stick ROM: jrpacman (11/9/83) LIVES: 3 BONUS LIFE: 10,000 (If you're running a Raspberry Pi the Bonus Life may be set to 20,000; change it in the Dip Switch Settings) DIFFICULTY: NORMAL SUBMIT YOUR SCORE **DEADLINE: SATURDAY 2ND AUGUST 5PM UK TIME** TWITTER (X) #10pScore SIDEKICK APP in the Ten Pence Club Section EMAIL: Biscuits@tenpencearcade.com Facebook https://www.facebook.com/tenpencearcade/(as a comment on the podcast post) UKVAC Forum on the podcast feed thread NO SUBMISSIONS FROM CONSOLE OR COMPUTER COMPILATIONS AS THEY MAY BE DIFFERENT The exception to this rule is the EVERCADE systems, as they use legit arcade ROMS. NO CONTINUES ALLOWED! **SEND US PICS OF YOUR PICKUPS & GAME ROOMS (3 pictures maximum please)** Email them to: biscuits@tenpencearcade.com LINKS Ten Pence Arcade Episode 01-199 On Spotify: https://bit.ly/3DWKKBb Al's Arcade: https://www.youtube.com/@Alsarcade Shaun's Arcade: https://www.youtube.com/@ShaunsArcade Shaun's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/shaunholley JayPing's Ode to Ten Pence: https://bit.ly/4i7gJfL Game Room Pics On Ten Pence Website: https://www.tenpencearcade.com/p/images/ LINKS DISCUSSED IN SHOW Vic's Substack Tinkerings https://virtvicstinkerings.substack.com/ How AI can change the gaming world (this is done with Claude AI) https://bit.ly/3TzhaWC Pete Hahn's Twin Galaxies 2017 World Record Run https://youtu.be/T6xy8CtZhqk?si=MGkMi9s6qPRLKyYB Retronauts Shinobi podcast:  https://retronauts.com/article/2365/retronauts-episode-675-shinobi-mission-1 Shinobi Fandom WIki https://shinobi.fandom.com/wiki/Shinobi_Wiki Shinobi Art Of Vengeance (due August '25) https://www.sega.com/shinobi/shinobi-art-of-vengeance  

The global impacts of US trade policy and tariffs continue to ripple through the global economy. Renowned economist and Senior Fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations, Brad Setser, joins Janet Henry, HSBC's Global Chief Economist, to discuss the outcomes so far and the implications ahead. Their wide-ranging conversation also covers new patterns in investment allocations and trade flows, the impacts on the US dollar, China-US trade relations, and how Emerging Markets are faring.Watch or listen to find out more.This episode was recorded on the sidelines of the HSBC Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Exchanges Conference in London on 17 June 2025. Read more about the GCC conference here https://www.business.hsbc.com/en-gb/campaigns/hsbc-gulf-cooperation-council-conference-gccDisclaimer: Views of external guest speakers do not represent those of HSBC.

VOV1 - Theo một báo cáo mới đây của Tổ chức Y tế Thế giới (WHO), số ca nhiễm Covid-19 đang tăng mạnh tại các quốc gia thuộc Hội đồng Hợp tác vùng Vịnh (GCC), đặc biệt là tại Saudi Arabia và Các Tiểu vương quốc Ả-rập Thống nhất (UAE).

In this conversation, Tricia Friedman speaks with Tania Tasopoulou, a business psychologist and organizational development expert with more than 25 years of experience in Europe and the GCC. Tania has led executive roles at global organizations including Coca-Cola HBC and King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST), and began her career at Korn Ferry (formerly Hay Group S.A.), where she served as Expertise Leader for Talent Management and Leadership Development across Southeast Europe. Now the founder of OrgDesignWays, Tania is pioneering conversations about the future of work, the transformative power of Generative AI, and how leaders can evolve alongside technology—not behind it. Together, Tricia and Tania explore how AI reveals patterns in human behavior, why psychology and philosophy are more relevant than ever, and how families and educators can help shape mindsets that are adaptive, creative, and future-ready. Whether you're an HR professional, educator, or executive navigating emerging technologies, this episode will challenge you to rethink leadership, learning, and the real future of human-centered work.   Meet our guest: Tania is a business psychologist and organizational development expert with over 25 years of experience in Europe and the the GCC region, holding diverse executive roles in both Organizational Development and Business Operations. Tania started her career as a consultant at Korn-Ferry (formerly Hay Group S.A.) where she was the Expertise Leader for Talent Management & Leadership Development for South East  Europe, before moving to corporate roles in Coca-Cola HBC and King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST).  Tania is deeply interested in the future of work and the transformative impact of technology, particularly Generative AI, on the work landscape. For this reason, Tania established OrgDesignWays, a pioneering company with the vision to lead the future of organizational development through People & AI. Tania holds two BAs in Psychology, an MSc in Organisational Assessment and an Executive MBA. Connect with our guest: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tania-tasopoulou/   https://orgdesignways.com/  https://www.taniatasopoulou.com/   Learn more about our show sponsors for our summer series: https://pod.shiftingschools.com/   ⏱️ Chapters & Timestamps 00:01 – Origins of a Futurist Mindset Tania shares what sparked her lifelong interest in organizational strategy and the future of work. 03:22 – Generative AI & Redefining Job Value What large language models reveal about how we value human contribution in the workplace. 05:23 – Why Humanities are More Important Than Ever A compelling case for blending psychology, philosophy, and technology in future-focused education. 07:31 – Chatbots, Comfort, and Asking Big Questions A study reveals students prefer asking questions to AI—what does that mean for learning? 09:22 – Fear vs. Opportunity in the Future of Work Why we need to shift our mindset to prepare for jobs that don't exist yet. 12:32 – Raising Curious, Adaptive Humans Tania offers parenting insights on how to build confidence, resilience, and readiness for change. 17:32 – How Psychology Explains Generative AI From hallucinations to biases: Tania explains how psychology helps decode AI behavior. 21:44 – Interdisciplinary Leadership in the Age of AI Why leadership today means managing both people and intelligent systems.  

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The core of banking is broken, and duct-taping legacy systems won't fix it.This week on Couchonomics with Arjun, I'm joined by Myles Bertrand, CEO of Tuum, the modular core banking platform built in Estonia and now scaling across Europe and the GCC.Tuum isn't selling digital lipstick. They're rebuilding the real plumbing of modern banking — one composable, cloud-native layer at a time.

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we break down the return of new-age IPOs with Curefoods, Wakefit, and Pine Labs collectively eyeing Rs 4,000 crore in fresh capital. Jumbotail becomes the latest unicorn with a $120 million round. Infra.Market secures $50 million in new debt funding ahead of its IPO, and the Centre readies a national GCC framework to tackle India's tech talent crunch. Tune in for your daily dose of startup and tech news.

Don't miss this week's message with Lead Pastor, Jeff Evans. 

In this episode of Couchonomics with Arjun, we sit down with Tim Levene, CEO of Augmentum Fintech, the UK's only publicly listed fintech venture capital firm.From going public to backing infrastructure instead of hype, Tim shares what permanent capital allows that traditional VC structures don't and why he believes the next decade of fintech will be won with discipline, not just disruption.What we cover:

Khalid Saad is a seasoned venture capitalist and FinTech entrepreneur with a proven track record of launching new ventures and accelerating existing ones. Over the years, he has partnered with startups and established companies on digital strategy, business development, partnerships, and market-entry plans—spanning payment systems, remittance services, crypto platforms, open banking, and more  .He is the Founder & Managing Partner of Bunat Ventures, a Bahrain-based regulated venture-builder VC focused on nurturing and investing in high-growth startups across the GCC.Khalid serves on the board of CoinMENA, a Central Bank–regulated crypto-asset exchange, and is a board member of Oqal – Bahrain Chapter, the region's largest and most active angel investment network  . Additionally, he advises 01 Systems, a leading regional financial technology and digital transformation firm, and contributes to the Finance, Insurance & Tax Committee of the Bahrain Chamber.Until recently, Khalid was the Founding CEO of Bahrain FinTech Bay (BFB)—the largest FinTech hub in MENA, recognized by S&P Global Ratings as one of the region's two most advanced FinTech ecosystems  . Under his leadership, BFB united ~100 public and private stakeholders (regulators, banks, telcos, asset managers, family firms, educational institutions, etc.) and hosted around 50 companies working across payments, blockchain, crypto assets, data analytics, robo-advisory, crowdfunding, and AI  .Before BFB, Khalid was a Business Development Manager at the Bahrain Economic Development Board, where he promoted the financial services sector and attracted major institutions—from banks and wealth managers to FinTechs and insurers—to Bahrain  . Prior to that, he worked with Ernst & Young, conducting feasibility studies, market research, and implementing a governance, risk & compliance platform in Bahrain, and with SEI Investments in London managing UK and European equity portfolios  .Khalid holds an MSc from Imperial College London and a First Class BSc from the University of Exeter  .LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/khalidesaad/

In this podcast, Dr. Adam Khader (Richmond VA Medical Center & Assistant Professor at VCU School of Medicine) moderates a focused discussion with Dr. Jula Veerapong (UC San Diego Health) and Dr. Zachary Brown (NYU Langone Medical Center) on the clinical assessment and treatment of goblet cell carcinoma (GCC). The panel explores how evolving pathologic classifications impact management, the role of staging, and treatment considerations including systemic therapy and surgery. This episode provides practical, expert-driven insights for clinicians managing patients with this rare appendiceal malignancy.

Kristian Coates Ulrichsen and Khalil E. Jahshan discuss how the #Gulf Arab states are responding to #Israel's assault on #Iran and explore the broader implications of this conflict for the #GCC nations and the Middle East.

We are joined in our latest edition of BM Talks by Rachel Ziemba, founder of Ziemba Insights. She is an expert in sanctions and trade policy with a focus on oil markets in the Middle East. Her substack has the ever-more relevant name of "Weaponized Economy".     We asked: What happens to the oil price given the Iran/Israel conflict?What will be the response of the GCC countries and China?How will Trump's trade policies affect GDP? Can sanctions ever really work? Would China dump US Treasuries? Will Russia come back into the fold? Is Trump the strongest strongman?

The Forbidden Worlds Film Festival reviews conclude with 1962's Japanese Moby Dick adaptation; The Whale God Mike & Spider-Dan delve into the 1962 kaiju/Moby Dick movie The Whale God, which Mike was hugely looking forward to watching but it has some controversial topics within – although it's not gratuitous, note the sexual assault trigger warning. Neither Mike or Dan had seen or heard of this movie before, due to its non-existent UK release, so they were excited to watch it on an IMAX screen at Forbidden Worlds – they review the movie in-depth, talking about the plot, dialogue and kaiju for the first 30 minutes, then give the trigger warning and discuss the sexual assault scenes and the plot implications & character reactions that follow. Although this is the last review, Mike & Dan still have some interviews to release, so keep an eye out for those before GCC returns to the more regular interview-style pods! Make sure you check out their reviews of Battle Beyond The Stars, Orca & She Creature on this feed, and check out Spider-Dan's feed for the other half of their reviews, including Waterworld, The City Of Lost Children, Tremors and more! For more information, visit www.forbiddenworldsfilmfestival.co.uk – Kaiju Expert Steven Sloss: https://linktr.ee/stevensloss For visual elements, check out the video version on YouTube: https://youtube.com/GenuineChitChat Make sure you follow & subscribe to Spider-Dan's podcast as much of the coverage will be split between the feeds/YouTube channels! https://spiderdanandthesecretbores.com & www.patreon.com/spiderdanandthesecretbores Make sure you check out the special preview episodes Mike & Dan did, where Mike reviewed the 1985 movie Young Sherlock Holmes for the 40th Anniversary of the movie, where a special showing (& cast Q&A) is happening! For Dan's preview episode, he delved into the Waterworld sequel comic; Children Of Leviathan! Check out Mike's in-depth reviews, breakdowns & things you missed episodes of Season 2 of Andor, on any podcast app or on YouTube: https://podfollow.com/starwarschitchat & https://youtube.com/@starwarschitchat All Patreons have been receiving bonus episodes, including a Thunderbolts, Superman III and Superman IV review, as well as early access and more! Support at www.patreon.com/GenuineChitChat or https://ko-fi.com/GenuineChitChat Guest Spots: Another episode of Disney Discussions is out where Mike & Dan spoke about Lilo & Stitch 1 & 2 with Megan, Ria & guest Natalie! https://tinyurl.com/2bs7kker Mike recently reviewed Superman '78, Superman II and the Super/Man documentary on the 20th Century Geek podcast, while Dan spoke about Superman IV! https://pod.fo/e/2bea07 Mike was on Reckless Rebellion to talk about Andor's Prison Arc from S1, listen here: https://pod.fo/e/2c28cc Find all of Mike's social media & other links at https://linktr.ee/GenuineChitChat Please review/rate, subscribe and share – it helps the show out an incredible amount!

Expanding to the Middle East or North Africa? One legal misstep could cost your entire business.Watch before making your move,  this could save you millions.In this must-watch episode of the Conscious Design Podcast, host Ian Peterman sits down with Haidy Hazem, senior legal consultant at One World Intellectual Property (OWIP) — one of the most respected IP law firms in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA).If you're a startup founder, tech innovator, or global brand looking to launch in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, or GCC markets, this episode is your IP survival guide.What You'll Learn (And Why It Could Save Your Business):✅ How to avoid the most common IP mistakes in the MENA region✅ First-to-file trademark rules that can make or break your product launch✅ Why IP theft, delays, and rejections are so common — and how to avoid them✅ Cybersquatting, naming conflicts & how to defend your brand online✅ Smart timing strategies for filing patents and trademarks in the region✅ BONUS: How China's Belt & Road Initiative is reshaping IP trends in 2025 and beyond⚠️ Your innovation is only as strong as your IP protection. Learn what not to do before it's too late.Notable Moments:00:00 – Guest Intro 00:50 – What is One World Intellectual Property? 03:36 – Navigating International IP Laws 05:48 – Filing Strategies & Timelines 09:38 – Regional IP Strengths (GCC, Egypt, UAE) 22:22 – IP & Sustainability 25:11 – Cultural Legal Considerations30:31 – Final Thoughts & Next StepsAbout Haidy Hazem & OWIPHaidy Hazem is an Associate and Legal Consultant specializing in trademarks, patents, copyrights, and IP enforcement across the MENA region, including Egypt, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and North Africa. She assists companies in developing cross-border IP strategies and navigating regional regulations to facilitate secure international expansion.One World Intellectual Property (OWIP) is a leading intellectual property firm with 40+ years of experience and 19 offices across the Middle East and North Africa. OWIP provides comprehensive IP services, from registration to litigation, serving both local businesses and multinational corporations. Its global partner network ensures seamless worldwide IP protection.Connect with Haidy & OWIP: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/haidyhazem95/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oneworldip/Website: https://oneworldip.com/Let's ConnectInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cdesignhaus/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@consciousdesign LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/conscious-designhaus/ X (Twitter): https://x.com/CDesignHausGET THE “CONSCIOUS DESIGN” BOOK HERE: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09KNMN9BTLEARN MORE ABOUT CONSCIOUS DESIGN HERE: https://www.consciousdesignhaus.com/Want to turn your visionary ideas into market-ready, sustainable products? MAKE IT POSSIBLE HERE: https://www.petermanfirm.com/We created this podcast to help creative entrepreneurs like you integrate social and environmental responsibility into your brand's DNA through #ConsciousDesign.Ian Peterman, a leading expert in Conscious Design and co-author of the book "Conscious Design," hosts the show and brings you conversations with thought leaders, innovators, and changemakers from around the world.

6/11/25: Amherst Council Pres Lynn Griesemer: ICE in Amherst, school budgets, Juneteenth. Alex Osterman & Victoria Worth: the ACLU in Ashfield. Filmmakers Larry Hott, Andy Kolker & Paul Stekler: political films—past present & is there a future? GCC science prof Brian Adams w/ UMass Ph D candidate neuroethologist & Jumping Spider expert, Alex Winsor.

6/11/25: Amherst Council Pres Lynn Griesemer: ICE in Amherst, school budgets, Juneteenth. Alex Osterman & Victoria Worth: the ACLU in Ashfield. Filmmakers Larry Hott, Andy Kolker & Paul Stekler: political films—past present & is there a future? GCC science prof Brian Adams w/ UMass Ph D candidate neuroethologist & Jumping Spider expert, Alex Winsor.

6/11/25: Amherst Council Pres Lynn Griesemer: ICE in Amherst, school budgets, Juneteenth. Alex Osterman & Victoria Worth: the ACLU in Ashfield. Filmmakers Larry Hott, Andy Kolker & Paul Stekler: political films—past present & is there a future? GCC science prof Brian Adams w/ UMass Ph D candidate neuroethologist & Jumping Spider expert, Alex Winsor.

6/11/25: Amherst Council Pres Lynn Griesemer: ICE in Amherst, school budgets, Juneteenth. Alex Osterman & Victoria Worth: the ACLU in Ashfield. Filmmakers Larry Hott, Andy Kolker & Paul Stekler: political films—past present & is there a future? GCC science prof Brian Adams w/ UMass Ph D candidate neuroethologist & Jumping Spider expert, Alex Winsor.

Would you start over — in a new country, a new industry, with nothing but conviction? That's exactly what Gurj Sandhu did. From the UK to India, Singapore, and now Dubai, Gurj's journey isn't just about career change — it's a masterclass in leadership that refuses to play safe. In this episode of The Career Establishment, Andrea Ross sits down with the Founder & CEO of Leru Partners to unpack how bold leadership is forged — not in comfort zones, but across borders and breakdowns. Here's what you'll hear: → From MD to CEO: Why reinvention isn't a title change — it's an identity shift → Breaking into the GCC: What trust looks like when you are the outsider → The “Leru” Philosophy: How values become your hiring edge → Beyond 360: Why executive search is due for a disruption → Talent Trends 2025: What Asia and the GCC are really hiring for Also inside: • Bootstrapping a business with two toddlers under five • What happens when you lead before you're ready • Why not knowing the next step might be your best leverage • How Leru Remote is opening doors for overlooked talent • The art of building culture from the ground up This episode is for you if: ✅You're done playing it safe. ✅You're building something that matters. ✅You want to lead with more truth, not more titles. Listen now — because reinvention doesn't wait, and neither should you. Connect with Gurj Sandhu → https://www.linkedin.com/in/gurjsandhu/ Learn more about Leru Partners → www.leru-partners.com Reach out to his team: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johncurtisoliver https://www.linkedin.com/in/jp-jean-pierre-le-roux Are you a leader wondering how healthy your team really is? Uncover the hidden dynamics holding your team back — in just a few clicks. High-performing teams aren't built on skill alone. They thrive on trust, clarity, and alignment. Take the free Team Health Check — it's fast, insightful, and gives you a clear starting point for better leadership.

If you love what we do, become a premium YouTube Subscriber or join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mapitforward••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••This week, the Map It Forward Middle East Podcast is also being syndicated to the Daily Coffee Pro Podcast by Map It Forward.This is the 5th episode in a 5-part series of the new direction of the Map It Forward Middle East podcast. Host Lee Safar is joined by co-founders of Bunni Coffee in Amman, Jordan, Shireen Muhaisen and James Lynes.In this series, Lee, Shireen, and James discuss what it's like to do business in the Middle East, the birthplace of roasted and brewed coffee.The 5 episodes in this series are:1. The Middle East Coffee Landscape - https://youtu.be/b2flXeAC2jA2. Building a Values Driven Business in Jordan - https://youtu.be/Dq2pc6bbmdY3. Challenges of the Middle East Coffee Market - https://youtu.be/dJPFoL-8Ln44. The Coffee Crisis and the Middle East - https://youtu.be/Hmd4AoXNkgY5. The Future of Coffee in the Middle East - https://youtu.be/Y8Lc_4b5dXwIn the final episode of the Map It Forward Middle East podcast series, host Lee Safar engages with Shireen and James from Bunni Coffee to discuss the future of coffee in the Middle East. The conversation delves into the cultural significance of coffee, its deep-rooted traditions, and the emerging trends in the region's coffee market, with a focus on Jordan, the GCC (especially KSA and UAE), and beyond. The episode also covers the growing awareness and shifts towards quality coffee in the Levant, the challenges and opportunities in the specialty coffee industry, and the importance of marrying good business practices with coffee expertise. Additionally, they introduce the upcoming 'Start A Coffee Side Hustle' mastermind group launching in July, designed to help new coffee entrepreneurs navigate the industry.Connect with Shireen Muhaisen and James Lynes at Bunni Coffee here:• https://bunni.coffee/• https://www.instagram.com/bunni.coffee/••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••Connect with Map It Forward here: Website | Instagram | Mailinglist

For Prime Time Episode 343, we welcome Ra'ed Saqfelhait of The Leaf Master of Dubai as our special guest. Ra'ed is a partner in The Leaf Master of Dubai. The Leaf Master is a leading importer and retailer in the GCC region. He also has become one of the leading ambassadors for the industry in the world. Tonight we will learn Ra'ed story of how he got to where he is. Plus we have our FSG Beef, Altadis USA Ties That Bind, Alec Bradley Live True, Espinosa This Day in Sports History, and Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust Industry Deliberation Segment

For Prime Time Episode 343, we welcome Ra'ed Saqfelhait of The Leaf Master of Dubai as our special guest. Ra'ed is a partner in The Leaf Master of Dubai. The Leaf Master is a leading importer and retailer in the GCC region. He also has become one of the leading ambassadors for the industry in the world. Tonight we will learn Ra'ed story of how he got to where he is. Plus we have our FSG Beef, Altadis USA Ties That Bind, Alec Bradley Live True, Espinosa This Day in Sports History, and Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust Industry Deliberation Segment

If you love what we do, become a premium YouTube Subscriber or join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mapitforward••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••This is the 5th episode in a 5-part series of the new direction of the Map It Forward Middle East podcast. Host Lee Safar is joined by co-founders of Bunni Coffee in Amman, Jordan, Shireen Muhaisen and James Lynes.In this series, Lee, Shireen, and James discuss what it's like to do business in the Middle East, the birthplace of roasted and brewed coffee.The 5 episodes in this series are:1. The Middle East Coffee Landscape - https://youtu.be/b2flXeAC2jA2. Building a Values Driven Business in Jordan - https://youtu.be/Dq2pc6bbmdY3. Challenges of the Middle East Coffee Market - https://youtu.be/dJPFoL-8Ln44. The Coffee Crisis and the Middle East - https://youtu.be/Hmd4AoXNkgY5. The Future of Coffee in the Middle East - https://youtu.be/Y8Lc_4b5dXwIn the final episode of the Map It Forward Middle East podcast series, host Lee Safar engages with Shireen and James from Bunni Coffee to discuss the future of coffee in the Middle East. The conversation delves into the cultural significance of coffee, its deep-rooted traditions, and the emerging trends in the region's coffee market, with a focus on Jordan, the GCC (especially KSA and UAE), and beyond. The episode also covers the growing awareness and shifts towards quality coffee in the Levant, the challenges and opportunities in the specialty coffee industry, and the importance of marrying good business practices with coffee expertise. Additionally, they introduce the upcoming 'Start A Coffee Side Hustle' mastermind group launching in July, designed to help new coffee entrepreneurs navigate the industry.Connect with Shireen Muhaisen and James Lynes at Bunni Coffee here:• https://bunni.coffee/• https://www.instagram.com/bunni.coffee/••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••Connect with Map It Forward here: Website | Instagram | Mailing list

If you love what we do, become a premium YouTube Subscriber or join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mapitforward••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••This week, the Map It Forward Middle East Podcast is also being syndicated to the Daily Coffee Pro Podcast by Map It Forward.This is the 4th episode in a 5-part series of the new direction of the Map It Forward Middle East podcast. Host Lee Safar is joined by co-founders of Bunni Coffee in Amman, Jordan, Shireen Muhaisen and James Lynes.In this series, Lee, Shireen, and James discuss what it's like to do business in the Middle East, the birthplace of roasted and brewed coffee.The 5 episodes in this series are:1. The Middle East Coffee Landscape - https://youtu.be/b2flXeAC2jA2. Building a Values Driven Business in Jordan - https://youtu.be/Dq2pc6bbmdY3. Challenges of the Middle East Coffee Market - https://youtu.be/dJPFoL-8Ln44. The Coffee Crisis and the Middle East - https://youtu.be/Hmd4AoXNkgY5. The Future of Coffee in the Middle East - https://youtu.be/Y8Lc_4b5dXwIn this episode of the Map It Forward Middle East Podcast, Lee Safar hosts Shireen Muhaisen and James Lynes to discuss the significant impact of the global coffee crisis on businesses and consumers in the Middle East. The conversation delves into the rising coffee prices, the differences between specialty and commercial coffee markets, and how cultural sensitivities in regions like the Levant and GCC shape the consumer response to this crisis. The episode also touches on logistical challenges, climate impact on coffee supply, and the role of business values and sustainability in navigating this crisis. Finally, they explore the unique challenges of operating a coffee business in a region where extreme summer heat leads to a seasonal exodus of consumers.Connect with Shireen Muhaisen and James Lynes at Bunni Coffee here:• https://bunni.coffee/• https://www.instagram.com/bunni.coffee/••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••Connect with Map It Forward here: Website | Instagram | Mailinglist

If you love what we do, become a premium YouTube Subscriber or join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mapitforward••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••This is the 4th episode in a 5-part series of the new direction of the Map It Forward Middle East podcast. Host Lee Safar is joined by co-founders of Bunni Coffee in Amman, Jordan, Shireen Muhaisen and James Lynes.In this series, Lee, Shireen, and James discuss what it's like to do business in the Middle East, the birthplace of roasted and brewed coffee.The 5 episodes in this series are:1. The Middle East Coffee Landscape - https://youtu.be/b2flXeAC2jA2. Building a Values Driven Business in Jordan - https://youtu.be/Dq2pc6bbmdY3. Challenges of the Middle East Coffee Market - https://youtu.be/dJPFoL-8Ln44. The Coffee Crisis and the Middle East - https://youtu.be/Hmd4AoXNkgY5. The Future of Coffee in the Middle East - https://youtu.be/Y8Lc_4b5dXwIn this episode of the Map It Forward Middle East Podcast, Lee Safar hosts Shireen Muhaisen and James Lynes to discuss the significant impact of the global coffee crisis on businesses and consumers in the Middle East. The conversation delves into the rising coffee prices, the differences between specialty and commercial coffee markets, and how cultural sensitivities in regions like the Levant and GCC shape the consumer response to this crisis. The episode also touches on logistical challenges, climate impact on coffee supply, and the role of business values and sustainability in navigating this crisis. Finally, they explore the unique challenges of operating a coffee business in a region where extreme summer heat leads to a seasonal exodus of consumers.Connect with Shireen Muhaisen and James Lynes at Bunni Coffee here:• https://bunni.coffee/• https://www.instagram.com/bunni.coffee/••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••Connect with Map It Forward here: Website | Instagram | Mailing list

☀️ As the temperatures rise across the UAE and GCC, your home might be starting to feel a bit stuffy and overwhelming. But did you know that clutter can actually make things feel hotter than they are?In this episode of Get Organised with Decluttr Me, I'm sharing my go-to tips to help your home feel cooler and more comfortable during the hot months. We'll go room by room — living room, kitchen, bedroom, bathroom — and I'll show you how a few simple organising tweaks can make a huge difference.Think better airflow, clearing those busy surfaces, storing away heavy items, and switching to lighter fabrics and décor. It's all about making your space feel fresher without doing a full-on home makeover.Whether you're trying to get better sleep, survive the summer holidays, or just want your space to feel a bit more bearable in the heat, this one's for you. A few little changes really can help your home feel calmer, cooler and more liveable — no matter how hot it gets outside.

Suyi Davies Okungbowa is this week's guest, to talk about his latest book, Black Panther: The Intergalactic Empire Of Wakanda, African authors, science fiction and more! In more detail; Mike & Suyi first talk about Suyi incorporates “twoness” in his writing and his implementation of it in the Black Panther novel and how it's similar, and different, to the comic run by Ta-Nehisi Coates. The duo also talk about Suyi's relationship with Black Panther, how the Black Panther movie changed the landscape of science fiction, especially for African authors, favourite characters to write, how BP influenced Suyi's other writing (& vice versa), the biggest challenges in writing the novel, and so much more, including music's impact on Suyi's writing process, Suyi's quote of “Imagining Futures By Reimagining Histories”! This is the perfect conversation for fans of writing, diverse perspectives, music, and of course; Black Panther! Find Suyi's Black Panther novel here: www.penguin.co.uk/books/458095/marvel-black-panther-the-intergalactic-empire-of-wakanda-by-okungbowa-suyi-davies/9781529914276 Keep up to date with Suyi @SuyiDavies on Instagram or at his website: https://suyidavies.com Suyi's foundation: The Literary Laddership For Emerging African Authors: https://suyidavies.com/fellowship Suyi's recent novella is Lost Ark Dreaming and his trilogy; The Nameless Republic will conclude with Season of The Serpent in 2026. His debut novel is David Mogo Godhunter and he's also written for Stranger Things, Minecraft and more! Suyi mentioned the Broken Earth series by N. K. Jemisin and towards the end Mike mentioned Kwame Mbalia and the Black Boy Joy short story collection that Suyi also contributed towards. Thanks to Tony Holt Jr for his essay comparing Invisible Man to The Intergalactic Empire Of Wakanda and for AR Farina & Tonya Todd for publishing it in Comics Lit Volume 1: https://accomplishinginnovationpress.com/product/comics-lit-vol-1 Check out Mike's in-depth reviews, breakdowns & things you missed episodes of Season 2 of Andor, on any podcast app or on YouTube: https://podfollow.com/starwarschitchat & https://youtube.com/@starwarschitchat All Patreons have been receiving bonus episodes, including a Thunderbolts, Superman III and Superman IV review, as well as early access and more! Support at www.patreon.com/GenuineChitChat or https://ko-fi.com/GenuineChitChat The last episode of GCC was a preview of the Forbidden Worlds Film Festival and the week before that was Mike's review of the 1985 movie Young Sherlock Holmes, directed by Barry Levinson and written by Chris Columbus! It's the 40th Anniversary of the movie and as Mike is attending the Forbidden Worlds Film Festival, where a special showing (& cast Q&A) is happening, he wanted to give the movie a go beforehand! From 28th May to 1st June, Mike & Spider-Dan will be at the Forbidden Worlds Film Festival to cover all 5 days of the event and hopefully interview some attendees! They talk about some of the films they'll be reviewing, their podcasts covering it released over the 5 days and more, all in the last week of May, for more information, visit www.forbiddenworldsfilmfestival.co.uk Guest Spots: Another episode of Disney Discussions is out where Mike spoke about Lilo & Stitch 1 & 2 with Megan, Spider-Dan, Ria & guest Natalie! https://tinyurl.com/2bs7kker Mike recently reviewed Superman '78, Superman II and the Super/Man documentary on the 20th Century Geek podcast: https://pod.fo/e/2bea07 Mike was on Reckless Rebellion to talk about Andor's Prison Arc from S1, listen here: https://pod.fo/e/2c28cc Find all of Mike's social media & other links at https://linktr.ee/GenuineChitChat Please review/rate, subscribe and share – it helps the show out an incredible amount!  

In this special episode Mike talks about the next three interviews he will be releasing on GCC as well as the huge amount of content he'll be releasing at the end of May for the Forbidden Worlds Film Festival! From 28th May to 1st June, Mike & Spider-Dan will be at the Forbidden Worlds Film Festival to cover all 5 days of the event and hopefully interview some attendees! They talk about some of the films they'll be reviewing, their podcasts covering it released over the 5 days and more! For more information, visit www.forbiddenworldsfilmfestival.co.uk For visual elements (including the full FWF schedule & more), watch here: https://youtu.be/ITC2BDNk4ZM  Make sure you follow & subscribe to Spider-Dan's podcast as much of their coverage will be split between the feeds/YouTube channels! https://spiderdanandthesecretbores.com & www.patreon.com/spiderdanandthesecretbores Check out Mike's in-depth reviews, breakdowns & things you missed episodes of Season 2 of Andor, on any podcast app or on YouTube: https://podfollow.com/starwarschitchat & https://youtube.com/@starwarschitchat All Patreons have been receiving bonus episodes, including reviews on Thunderbolts, Superman III and Superman IV (not Spider-Man as Mike said), as well as early access and more! Support at www.patreon.com/GenuineChitChat or https://ko-fi.com/GenuineChitChat The last episode of GCC was Mike's to review of the 1985 movie Young Sherlock Holmes, directed by Barry Levinson and written by Chris Columbus! It's the 40th Anniversary of the movie and as Mike is attending the Forbidden Worlds Film Festival, where a special showing (& cast Q&A) is happening, he wanted to give the movie a go beforehand! Guest Spots: Another episode of Disney Discussions is out where Mike spoke about Lilo & Stitch 1 & 2 with Megan, Spider-Dan, Ria & guest Natalie! https://tinyurl.com/2bs7kker Mike recently watched Superman '78 & Superman II for the first time and discussed it on the 20th Century Geek: https://pod.fo/e/2bea07 Mike was on Reckless Rebellion to talk about Andor's Prison Arc from S1, listen here: https://pod.fo/e/2c28cc Find all of Mike's social media & other links at https://linktr.ee/GenuineChitChat Please review/rate, subscribe and share – it helps the show out an incredible amount!

Jonathan Wakely joins Phil and Timur. Jonathan talks to us about libstdc++ (GCC's standard library implementation), of which he is the lead maintainer, and tackles some tough questions like ABI compatibility - and how GCC and libstdc++ approach it. Show Notes News GCC 15 released (release notes) Boost.OpenMethod review (finished) 2025 Annual C++ Developer Survey "Lite" (closed) Links GCC Mailing Lists