Plus, we take a look at how the hospitality industry has survived and thrived five years after COVID. We chat with Chef Hattem Matar about his signature dishes and what Ramadan means to him. We also speak with Chef Jason Atherton about how he navigated the challenges of the pandemic and his latest restaurant launches. Lastly, we dive into how lawyer Gabriela Skaf pivoted from law to entrepreneurship, founding Dubai’s first puppet theater, Les Marionnettes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...
Mar 28, 2025•1 hr 22 min
From planning a family holiday to finding new fun things to do Helen discusses the reality of parenting with founder of Familierge the first family concierge service in the UAE. And staying on the Covid theme 5 years on Helen unpicks the impact the pandemic had on education with education expert Dr. Dala Kakos. And is ‘affluent neglect’ a term you are familiar with? In a world where parents are busy juggling it all do we really understand the impact of having little time for our children. See om...
Mar 27, 2025•1 hr 22 min
Did you find love during the pandemic or did you fall out of love? Dating and relationship expert Hunt Ethridge explains what people struggled with most when it came love in lockdown. Helen Farmer debated social media and whether we have become obsessed with our own personal brand or whether its what has to happen in 2025. And have you been a victim of a scam recently? Lawyer Ammar ElBanna answered all your questions in keeping your money safe. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information...
Mar 26, 2025•1 hr 22 min
Helen Farmer looks at how workplaces changed over the pandemic, Senior HR consultant Rohini Gill discusses what employees are now looking for in employment. What song, film or series reminds you of your time in lockdown? And what does travel and toursim look like now 5 years on, Helen speaks to industry experts to find out what is most important to traveler’s these days. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 25, 2025•1 hr 26 min
Five years on Helen Farmer explores how the Covid pandemic changed our health and healthcare systems, hearing from long Covid patients as well as speaking to trusted Dr Rania. Netflix hit ‘Adolescence’ is still making headlines around the world, Helen chats with ex Snapchat employee Rachel who discusses what parents misunderstand the most about these platforms . And have you tried the latest sporting craze, Hyrox? Coach Dannie Crewe joins us to explain whats involved and whether it’s really a sp...
Mar 24, 2025•1 hr 15 min
In this episode, modern Bedouins Zahra Abdalla and Ahmed Al Enezi share their most cherished memories and experiences with food. Next, we explore the latest food trends and updates in the UAE with renowned food writer Simon Ritchie. In honor of World Water Day, we dive into the impact of consumer choices—particularly when it comes to selecting local bottled water. Join Hannah Mainds from the Arbor School and her student Loki as they discuss the importance of this advocacy. Finally, health optimi...
Mar 21, 2025•1 hr 15 min
It’s the Netflix show that’s making waves all over the world - but will Adolescence also change the way we parent? We asked two expert parents - secondary school head Jane Clewloe and masculinity researcher Steven Roberts. We also learned about a new UAE study making a direct link between subjective happiness and good health - and about the new endometriosis drug that could be a game changer for millions of women. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Mar 19, 2025•1 hr 12 min
It's the clinic helping hundreds of families access care they couldn't otherwise afford - but what can the success of Dubai Health's Clinic of Hope teach us about the challenges of complex childhood illness? We got into that with the clinic's lead, paediatric metabolic consultant Dr Hamda Abelhoul. We were also joined by Bhavna Patel, a mum who recently found herself at the centre of a medical emergency when her 9-year-old son Jay was hit by a dirt bike on a pedestrian track. Road Safety expert ...
Mar 18, 2025•1 hr 19 min
After an event examining the links between professional ambition and a ticking biological clock attracted crowds, we explored competing life goals with Professional Tribes’ Mucha Nyandoro, Dr. Partha Das from Orchid Fertility Care and entrepreneur Zohare Haider. With 15-20% of children globally now meet the criteria for some form of neurodiversity, we talked to Bloom World Academy principal John Bell and parents Maya Omeiri and Nitya Iyer about why we should be celebrating our differences instea...
Mar 17, 2025•1 hr 15 min
We were talking all things Ramadan on Farmer's Kitchen, with Lighthouse restaurateur Hashem Montasser joining us to discuss his experiences of the Holy Month, professionally and personally, while Arva Ahmed from Frying Pan Adventures let us in on the company's Iftar introductions in Old Dubai. Emily Jenkins brought us her travel tricks and tips while The Book of Chai author Mira Manek was spilling tea - and history. We were also joined by Foodiva's Samantha Woods, who introduced us to a host of ...
Mar 14, 2025•1 hr 10 min
New research shows regularly going to bed after midnight could increase your chances of serious illness. So, how do you improve your sleep hygiene? We asked airways dentist Dr Tina Rokadia and Neuroscientist Dr Mohammed Nami. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 13, 2025•27 min
The head master of Brighton College Dubai has written an open letter to parents calling for tougher restrictions on smartphone and social media use for kids and teens. We spoke to him - and to psychologist Mark Samways - to find out why age 13-16 is so crucial for healthy development. Staying with education, we met David Wesley of the Boarding School Show. And we discussed brain health - and how to train yours - with Dr Semer Wang of the Brain & Performance Centre. Plus, with stock markets l...
Mar 12, 2025•1 hr 14 min
It's a conversation being had in many households across the UAE - how to cope with rising costs. But how can we prevent our financial stress impacting on our loved ones? Hanan Ezzeldin from The Family Hub gave us her advice. We were also joined by Dubai-based Paralympian and disability advocate, Jessica Smith, and by Professor Rob Sparrow from the Monash Data Futures Institute, to discuss the tech biases that saw AI erase Jess' disability in generated images. And after Millie Bobby Brown went vi...
Mar 11, 2025•1 hr 6 min
A clip of alleged animal abuse went viral last week - but what should you do if you have suspicions about mistreatment of an animal in your community? We asked Kim Bellis of Mike's Vets for her advice on reporting, And Amy from Pawfect Behaviour for her rehoming top tips. We also examined UAE maternity law as it relates to miscarriage and stillbirth with employment lawyer Thenji Moyo, and learned how to design a life you love with Lucy Holmes and Emily Fitzgerald from Wild Flowers Wild Futures.....
Mar 10, 2025•1 hr 10 min
Farmers Kitchen was dedicated to Ramadan today, with Sweet Shop founder AJ and What's On Deputy Editor Miles joining us to discuss all things fasting and breaking the fast. We met Raghu Raman, the founder of Café 21, which will shortly open its doors in Dubai with a staff made up of young people with Down Syndrome. And we talked about the end of an era - and the start of a new one - with co-founder of Lime Tree Café, Corrine Bowker. And we talked food on TV, and the impact of THAT new Netflix dr...
Mar 07, 2025•1 hr 7 min
Why are less than 10% of top bosses female? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 06, 2025•36 min
The TV show is topping the charts – but how is its depiction of luxury travel driving holiday trends? We asked Thea Kearse, founder of Butterfly Social, and Ben Murtaugh, General Manager at Usturiun Luxury Travel. We also turned our attention to the drive to sign up more blood and organ donors in the UAE with kidney transplant recipient Fatima Rashid. And we marked HPV Awareness Day with Dr Rania from Circle Care Clinic and asked – who needs a vaccine, when, and at what age? See omnystudio.com/l...
Mar 05, 2025•1 hr 3 min
Could your personality type determine how you experience pain? We put that to Chronis Pain Recovery Coach Gemma McFall and patient Andy Fieldhouse. Plus, why a 50% drop in outside play is bad news, with Occupational Therapist Adam Griffin. And does an overreliance on AI mean CVs will soon be replaced with personality tests? We asked HR expert Rohini Gill and leadership coach Paul Littlejohn... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Mar 04, 2025•1 hr 9 min
Expert advice on acting from your head, not heart. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 03, 2025•1 hr 8 min
How to stay healthy and hydrated through the Holy Month See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 28, 2025•49 min
Could your headphones help you hear? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 27, 2025•20 min
From voicenotes to shadowbans, everything you need to make your phone work for you... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 26, 2025•58 min
What are the dos and don'ts of your child's birthday celebration? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 25, 2025•1 hr 3 min
The future of workplace diversity See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 24, 2025•1 hr 6 min
How diet drugs are affecting your social life.. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 21, 2025•1 hr
Advice for men in midlife See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 20, 2025•16 min
Are girls sports the key to getting more women into senior management? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 19, 2025•1 hr 8 min
Is workplace flexibility lowering school attendance rates? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 18, 2025•1 hr 8 min
How war zone skills could make you a better dad... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 17, 2025•1 hr 9 min
How much would you pay for the perfect match? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 14, 2025•58 min
