Hysum - a creative presence - joins Reem and OT to talk about his new podcast on the Dukkan Network. Hear how a 33 year old can give you the secret to coasting through life while gathering great stories and creating his new podcast Freedom of Peach - where he gets interviewed by his own guests. #WeCauseCulture Hosted by OT , Reem , and Akkaoui , the Dukkan Show is brought to you by the audiophiles at Dukkan Media .See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jan 06, 2022•24 min•Ep. 211
With no business background, Eisa Al Sabousi , started his product design passion by just drawing. But he always had an affinity towards leather. From his creativity and passion he started Tharb - a multi-disciplinary product design studio. But his business grew from his line of leather products. Eisa's ethos is focused on utility - making practical, minimal and high quality products in the UAE - a notoriously difficult place to manufacture products. But the main question The Dukkan Show has: Ho...
Dec 14, 2021•29 min•Ep. 210
Todd Reisz , architect and author of the book Showpiece City chats to Reem and OT about the blueprint of Dubai. Tod expresses his over a decade long journey of researching the history of Dubai, getting to know its complexities and then compiling it into a book.Todd also opens up about his exhibition at Art Jameel with coloured photographs and photo slides that showcase what it would be like to walk in Deira in the 1970's, Old Dubai construction and the city's return to Dubai creek. Architecture ...
Dec 07, 2021•22 min•Ep. 209
Pacita Abad was a prolific Filipina-American artist who is known for her signature ‘trapunto’ works, depicting everyday realities of immigrants and Filipinos around the world. We were honored to have the chance to speak with her husband Jack Garrity and her nephew Pio Abad . You can know more about Pacita’s story and collection at Jameel Arts Centre until February 13th, 2022. #WeCauseCulture Hosted by OT , Reem , and Akkaoui , the Dukkan Show is brought to you by the audiophiles at Dukkan Media ...
Sep 28, 2021•38 min•Ep. 208
From award winning life coaches, scammy motivational speakers, to financial gurus online - we’ve been there, done that. Everyone's vulnerable, and this episode OT & Reem discuss their experiences researching and finding the right self-help resources. #WeCauseCulture Show Notes: Life Coach, Jay Shetty Plagiarizing Quotes: https://www.news18.com/news/buzz/internet-star-exposes-award-winning-life-coach-jay-shetty-for-plagiarizing-quotes-from-other-influencers-2285907.html Mo Rahma on The Dukkan...
Sep 15, 2021•33 min•Ep. 207
We speak with the wonderful Sally Moussa , keynote and TEDx speaker, radio and TV presenter. On this heartfelt episode, Sally shares her journey with her identity as a Muslim Arab woman in Australia. As we approach the 20th anniversary of 9/11, this episode reminds us of how far we’ve come and how much more work we need to do in the quest for authentic freedom and belonging. #WeCauseCultureHosted by OT , Reem , and Akkaoui , the Dukkan Show is brought to you by the audiophiles at Dukkan Media .S...
Sep 09, 2021•45 min•Ep. 206
All the way from sunny South Africa, we sit down with the hilarious Simmi Areff and hear all the ideas he’s got for us, especially for Tac . Simmi is a comedian, award winning African podcaster, founder of POC Podcasts and generally a lovely dude. #WeCauseCultureHosted by OT , Reem , and Akkaoui , the Dukkan Show is brought to you by the audiophiles at Dukkan Media .See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Sep 01, 2021•38 min•Ep. 205
Mo Rahma was not created to have a normal life. He professionally played 42 sports in 10 years, living with Crohn’s Disease, fighting depression, healing from injuries, and working in a full time job - this is only the start of his life journey on his way to the Olympics. Tune in to our chat with this amazing human who pushes beyond fear to catch the world’s highest waves. #WeCauseCulture.Hosted by OT , Reem , and Akkaoui , the Dukkan Show is brought to you by the audiophiles at Dukkan Media .Se...
Aug 24, 2021•45 min•Ep. 204
Today we speak with Nawar Al Qassimi , book lover and art advocate from Sharjah Art Foundation. We reminiscence back to stories of growing up in Sharjah, celebrating its contemporary art and culture scene, and exploring new places. #WeCauseCultureHosted by OT , Reem , and Akkaoui , the Dukkan Show is brought to you by the audiophiles at Dukkan Media .See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Aug 19, 2021•42 min•Ep. 203
If you look up Third Culture Kid, you'll see a picture of Bentley Brown . Bentley takes us through his journey of growing up in Chad, dis-identification, giving yourself grace, and his famous tea. #WeCauseCultureHosted by OT , Reem , and Akkaoui , the Dukkan Show is brought to you by the audiophiles at Dukkan Media .See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Aug 11, 2021•48 min•Ep. 202
We made it to 200, Fam!It’s our honor to welcome H.E. Noura Al Kaabi (Minister of Culture & Youth ) to our space. We talk sneakers and spectacles, the future of the Creative Economy and more.From the UAE to the world, thank you.We are grateful.We love you 200 times more.مرحبا بكم في الحلقة 200!يشرفنا أن نرحب بمعالي نورة الكعبي ، وزيرة الثقافة والشباب في برنامجنا.سنتحدث عن العديد من المواضيع، بما في ذلك مستقبل الاقتصاد الإبداعي ودوره في تعزيز النمو الشامل والمستدام!من الإمارات العربية المتحدة...
Jul 27, 2021•55 min•Ep. 201
This week, Marwan aka @myneandyours comes through and shares the deeper meaning behind his "cloud". We talk about what we sacrifice in the name of art, working with @obeygiant and showing up - for ourselves, for our families, for our art and for the culture. #WeCauseCultureHosted by OT , Reem , and Akkaoui , the Dukkan Show is brought to you by the audiophiles at Dukkan Media .See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jun 09, 2021•36 min•Ep. 200
There is a Palestine in all of us. Yearning to be free.Every little bit counts, so please support where you can.#WeCauseCultureOrganizations & Businesses: Palestine Child Relief Fund (PCRF) . You can contribute here . Medical Aid for Palestinians . You can donate here . Anera . You can donate here . Rebuilding Alliance . You can donate here . iF Charity . You can donate to their Gaza Emergency fund here . United Palestinian Appeal(UPA) . Donate to their ‘The Ongoing Nakba Emergency Response’...
May 24, 2021•4 min•Ep. 199
Simon Hudson , CEO of Cheeze , chills out on the stoop this week and drops NFT gems. We've finally figured out what an NFT is, what minting is and why it should matter to you. This one is for the future.#WeCauseCultureHosted by OT , Reem , and Akkaoui , the Dukkan Show is brought to you by the audiophiles at Dukkan Media .See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
May 02, 2021•54 min•Ep. 198
After an incredibly busy past year, OT, Reem, Akkaoui kick back with Tac and relax to catch up on another Ramadan with the pandemic. We kick off the fourth season of #DukkanGetsFit. This year, we’re focusing on mobility, functionality, and meditation. DM us at hello@dukkanmedia.com if you’re interested to join our #DukkanGetsFit WhatsApp group. Summary: Akkaoui doesn’t do meditation and Reem doesn’t want to inspire anyone how to do animal flow. ASMR Disclaimer: There’s ASMR in this one, but it’s...
Apr 11, 2021•35 min•Ep. 197
Shepard Fairey, the giant behind Obey Giant talks to us about creating conspicuously consumptive content, manufacturing dissent and of course, how he became the artist that he is. This one’s for the culture.#WeCauseCultureHosted by OT , Reem , and Akkaoui , the Dukkan Show is brought to you by the audiophiles at Dukkan Media .See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Apr 05, 2021•31 min•Ep. 196
Today we talk to @tac.plg aka tac-itto aka tactastic aka Dukkan's one and only Sound Engineer. We talk about love and dating in a pandemic. Side note: Tac's type is Trouble.#WeCauseCultureHosted by OT , Reem , and Akkaoui , the Dukkan Show is brought to you by the audiophiles at Dukkan Media .See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Mar 29, 2021•50 min•Ep. 195
Siblings: the family we didn’t choose. In this episode, we talk about the people who know us inside out.#WeCauseCultureHosted by OT , Reem , and Akkaoui , the Dukkan Show is brought to you by the audiophiles at Dukkan Media .See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Mar 22, 2021•21 min•Ep. 194
We discuss the stuff everyone’s thinking about, but not always talking about with Amal Murad . She's the first Emirati Parkour instructor, a Nike Ambassador, a mom and an advocate for woman's health & fitness. We talk about the female body from aging, health, women's training, fitness misinformation, and more. Part two of this episode will make you see your own life differently...for the better.#WeCauseCultureHosted by OT , Reem , and Akkaoui , the Dukkan Show is brought to you by the audiop...
Mar 15, 2021•34 min•Ep. 193
We discuss the stuff everyone’s thinking about, but not always talking about with Amal Murad . She's the first Emirati Parkour instructor, a Nike Ambassador, a mom and a advocate for woman's health & fitness. We talk about the female body from pregnancy, menstrual cycles, pain, social stigmas, fitness misinformation, and more. This episode will make you see your own life differently...for the better.#WeCauseCultureHosted by OT , Reem , and Akkaoui , the Dukkan Show is brought to you by the a...
Mar 08, 2021•40 min•Ep. 192
We feel lonely, too. This episode we tackle the epidemic before the pandemic: loneliness.#WeCauseCultureHosted by OT , Reem , and Akkaoui , the Dukkan Show is brought to you by the audiophiles at Dukkan Media .See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Mar 02, 2021•29 min•Ep. 191
Omar Abbas gets caught up in a GLOBAL SCAM that lasted 8 years. You won't believe it till you hear it. This can only happen to Omar.#NotClickBait #LegitScam Omar Abbas is award-winning film director and passionate filmmaker who has been working in the commercial advertising industry since 2004. #WeCauseCultureHosted by OT , Reem , and Akkaoui , the Dukkan Show is brought to you by the audiophiles at Dukkan Media .See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Feb 17, 2021•50 min•Ep. 190
In this one, we bring it back to the heart. Renewal, mindfulness and growth ... there’s always room for cotton candy grapes.#WeCauseCultureHosted by OT , Reem , and Akkaoui , the Dukkan Show is brought to you by the audiophiles at Dukkan Media .See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jan 22, 2021•34 min•Ep. 189
In this episode we catch up with Paris Norriss also known as Guy in Dubai on his last trip to Ireland. From visiting the Titanic Museum, Game of Thrones filming site, to Bog Diving, we uncover so many historical hidden gems. Full of laughs and nostalgia to traveling again, this one’s for Ireland.Paris is a British adventurer, an avid sports enthusiast and TV personality. He has toured the world facing extreme challenges from racing the world’s fastest powerboat to diving with sharks in shipwreck...
Jan 11, 2021•56 min•Ep. 188
Cotton candy grapes is our theme for 2021. Our hosts reflect on their experiences from 2020, from learning how to cut your own hair, consuming content that’s good for your health, to why food scales suddenly matter.This episode is in partnership with Al Serkal Avenue .#WeCauseCultureHosted by OT , Reem , and Akkaoui , the Dukkan Show is brought to you by the audiophiles at Dukkan Media .See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Dec 21, 2020•52 min•Ep. 187
We're back again with Ahmed Odeh , Lawyer and Managing Partner at MIO Law Firm . Tune in with us to get up to date on legal news and insights and have your questions answered every week.In this episode: Dubai E-Commerce Platform Sprii Appoints Liquidators After Failing To Find Buyer Questions: I was contacted by an advertising agency to partake in a brand campaign for one of their clients. This was a social media campaign where I was required to co-create an artwork with another artist. And that...
Dec 20, 2020•31 min•Ep. 186
Catch us in conversation with Dr. Terrence Underwood , Founder of National Association of Minority Speakers , as we share our thoughts on diversity, inclusion, racial and gender equality in the workplace. In partnership with Unilever Arabia Diversity & Inclusion.Dr. Underwood is a Strategic Organizational and Development professional with human capital consulting and in-house Human Resources experience with a focus on organization design, talent management, diversity & inclusion, employe...
Dec 16, 2020•33 min•Ep. 185
We're back again with Ahmed Odeh , Lawyer and Managing Partner at MIO Law Firm . Tune in with us to get up to date on legal news and insights and have your questions answered every week.In this episode: Arabtec update: board to meet on insolvency liquidation plan before facing shareholders. More details in the link here . UAE revamps foreign ownership rules for commercial companies . We discuss things you need to know prior to setting up a business in UAE. Show Notes: 1. Free Zone: Known as free...
Nov 29, 2020•26 min•Ep. 184
We're back again with Ahmed Odeh , Lawyer and Managing Partner at MIO Law Firm . Tune in with us to get up to date on legal news and insights and have your questions answered every week.In this episode: Dubai-listed contractor Arabtec ARTC.DU has terminated thousands of workers again in recent weeks, sources said, as the construction firm prepares for liquidation after the coronavirus pandemic deepened its financial woes. Full details in the link here . Arabtec may struggle to meet the end of No...
Nov 18, 2020•23 min•Ep. 183
We're back again with Ahmed Odeh , Lawyer and Managing Partner at MIO Law Firm . Tune in with us to get up to date on legal news and insights and have your questions answered every week.In this episode: UAE Set Out Legal Overhaul Of Personal & Family Law. Show Notes: 1. Sharia Law : Is a religious law forming part of the Islamic tradition. It is derived from the religious precepts of Islam, particularly the Quran and the hadith.2. Ejari: An online registration system initiated by Real Estate...
Nov 10, 2020•25 min•Ep. 182
