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The Halftime Show

Omar Al Duriwww.pulse95radio.com
A 1-hour sports talk radio show 3 days a week (Monday, Wednesday & Saturday 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM) presenting all global and local sports headlines, as well as topics centered on mental health, nutrition and well-being.
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Episodes

42 - Kenya Marathon Runners Break Records All Around The World of Athletics (14.10.19)

Eliud kipchoge breaks the world record for the fastest marathon ever but does it count? Brigid kosgei broke the women’s record at the Chicago marathon in 2 hours 14 mins and 4 seconds. With Dais we take a look at Artificial intelligence as Zidane, seedorf and many more explain the impact it has on sports . Question to the listeners how would the old greats do in the modern game with technology? Ali, Maradona and Jordan... Listen to #Pulse95Radio in the UAE by tuning in on your radio (95.00 FM) o...

Oct 15, 201926 minEp. 42

41 - Will This be Leo Messi's Final Season at Barcelona? (12.10.19)

We break down a few surprises in Messi's contract which suggests he could leave this season if he chooses to. We also discuss where would he go next? Will that depend on Pep Guardiolas next move in management? In other news, College American footballer changes surname in honor of his step father and presents it to him. George Grimwade dedicates his rise in college American football to his step father by changing his surname to George Musto. Listen to #Pulse95Radio in the UAE by tuning in on your...

Oct 13, 201926 minEp. 41

40 - Who’s Conquering the Group Stages at the Rugby World Cup 2019? (09.10.19)

We do our rounds in japan with the rugby World Cup 2019 underway. Will the all blacks go all the way or will there be a surprise?As we approach the quarter finals the powerhouses are advancing into the knockout stages! We also highlight Israel Adesanya as he defeats Robert Whittaker to be ufc middleweight champion following UFC 243 Melbourne. What next for the Nigerian as he sets his sights on new goals for 2020. Hanny and Omnia drop by for a segment on mental health and what impact it’s having ...

Oct 10, 201924 minEp. 40

39 - Master Chef Victor Urbina discusses the relationship between food and performance (07.10.19)

Master Chef Victor Urbina brings his 17 year experience to the half time show to discuss the relationship between gut foods and mental health. We break down what sugars work for you in performance and which you should stay away from depending on your sport. We also put him through the fire round and answer your questions on trending topics! Listen to #Pulse95Radio in the UAE by tuning in on your radio (95.00 FM) or online on our website: www.pulse95radio.com ************************ Follow us on...

Oct 09, 201927 minEp. 39

38 - How Sports Helped Me Lose 20KG in 4 months with Alii Muhammad. (05.10.19)

Alii Muhammad stops by the half time show to discuss his body transformation and how sports helped him build up his self esteem , confidence and persona. The digital content creator talks about his favorite team, how social media is playing such an integral role in sport and how Manchester United need change.We also break down the game of Zones as we highlight what’s happening in the world of sport on the weekend and more on the #mysharjahfc competition. Listen to #Pulse95Radio in the UAE by tun...

Oct 06, 201930 minEp. 38

37 - How Long Does it Take to Build a Soccer Empire? (02.10.19)

Manchester City’s success has been widely attributed to Coach Pep Guardiola but who are those behind the scenes contributing to the back to back champions. We have an in depth look at the Manchester City model and the coaches making a difference to the title winning side. We also discuss the Bernardo Silva controversial tweet which caused uproar as he gets fined for making a racist gesture to his team mate Mendy. Are there ways to reduce the incidents happening in Italy? Cagliari are once again ...

Oct 03, 201920 minEp. 37

36 - Were the FIFA Awards 2019 Rigged? (30.09.19)

Messi May have won the award but managers and players come out explaining their votes weren’t counted or miscalculated. We also take a look at the boxing world and whether politics, endorsements and agents are depriving the fans from the fights they want to see now! Also, is sport sending out the right message for our youth with the current role models who are in the limelight? Tune in to listen to the full discussion! Listen to #Pulse95Radio in the UAE by tuning in on your radio (95.00 FM) or o...

Oct 03, 201926 minEp. 36

35 - Using Sport to Unite People with Mohamed Sidiq (28.09.19)

On today’s show, we dive into the community to highlight a superstar who uses sport to unite people by organizing games in across the country. Mohamaed Sidiq has been organizing games in the UAE since 1996 and still going strong. He also discusses playing the role of a father, a leader in the community and being a finance manager. Tune in to the full discussion! Listen to #Pulse95Radio in the UAE by tuning in on your radio (95.00 FM) or online on our website: www.pulse95radio.com ***************...

Oct 03, 201935 minEp. 35

34 - Different Body Types & Importance of Strength & Conditioning with Coach Nic (25.09.19)

Coach Nic joins The Half Time Show as we discuss how conditioning the body plays such an integral role in the nervous system and how athletes adapt their training to their respective sport to reach peak optimal levels. We also put coach nic through the fire round and discuss the different body types mesomorph, endomorph and ectomorph. Listen to #Pulse95Radio in the UAE by tuning in on your radio (95.00 FM) or online on our website: www.pulse95radio.com ************************ Follow us on Socia...

Oct 01, 201931 minEp. 34

33 - The Story of Blake and Wendy Anderson: Life, Love and Loss in a Coaching Family (23.09.19)

The Half Time Show discusses the life, love and loss in a coaching family: The story of Blake and Wendy Anderson as they face a different opponent in breast cancer. We also dive into the weekends action and headlines as Manchester City record and 8-0 victory against watford. The giants fall this weekend as Barcelona, Milan and Manchester United are all defeated domestically as the experts are left wondering will the good old days ever come back? Tune in to listen to the full discussion! Listen t...

Oct 01, 201922 minEp. 33

32 - Football Leaks (21.09.19)

WE REVEAL THE FOOTBALL LEAKS HACKER WHO ALLEGEDLY HELD SOME JUICY INFORMATION EXPOSING FOOTBALL CLUBS ALL AROUND THE WORLD AND NOW FACES A TOTAL OF 147 CHARGES. HE'S BEEN IN DETENTION SINCE MARCH 21ST OF THIS YEAR AND IS BEING LABELLED BY HIS LAWYERS AS THE EUROPEAN WHISTLEBLOWER. We also zone into the game of the weekend and do a round up globally on what’s happening in sport. Listen to #Pulse95Radio in the UAE by tuning in on your radio (95.00 FM) or online on our website: www.pulse95radio.com...

Oct 01, 201926 minEp. 32

31 - Waleed al Hosani Interview on the Arabian Gulf League 2019/2020 Season (18.09.19)

We break down week 1 of the European champions league and how European football is starting to take its toll on the giants of the competition. Catch The Who am I segment and Anna Schofield and Big hass join us to reach full time in full effect! Listen to #Pulse95Radio in the UAE by tuning in on your radio (95.00 FM) or online on our website: www.pulse95radio.com ************************ Follow us on Social. www.facebook.com/pulse95radio www.twitter.com/pulse95radio www.instagram.com/pulse95radio...

Oct 01, 201932 minEp. 31

30 - Repainting the Picture of Bodybuilding with Mo Muscles Ismail (16.09.19)

Mo Muscles Ismail joins The Half Time Show to sharing his insight on supplementation, meeting Arnold Schwarzenegger , trying out for the WWE Middle East and what’s coming up next for him in bodybuilding. Listen to #Pulse95Radio in the UAE by tuning in on your radio (95.00 FM) or online on our website: www.pulse95radio.com ************************ Follow us on Social. www.facebook.com/pulse95radio www.twitter.com/pulse95radio www.instagram.com/pulse95radio

Oct 01, 201932 minEp. 30

29 - Climbing Up the Welterweight Division with Don Madge (14.09.19)

Following fightweek in the UAE, Omar Al Duri managed to grab an interview with Don Madge at underdog boxing after his second consecutive victory in the UFC. He discussed paving the way for Young South African fighters, his loyalty to his coach and his big plans for 2020. Also leading up to the Arabian gulf Super cup I managed to interview UAE Gulf league CEO Mr Waleed al Hosani ahead of the massive clash between Sharjah and Shabab al Ahli. Listen to #Pulse95Radio in the UAE by tuning in on your ...

Oct 01, 201935 minEp. 29

28 - Carb Cycling, Maui Thai, Bodybuilding & Sports Technology with Reshmi Revi (11.09.19)

Reshmi Revi talks about Carb Cycling, Maui Thai, Bodybuilding, Competing , the role of Sports Technology and how to manage Hormones on The Half Time Show! Tune in to listen to the full discussion. Listen to #Pulse95Radio in the UAE by tuning in on your radio (95.00 FM) or online on our website: www.pulse95radio.com ************************ Follow us on Social. www.facebook.com/pulse95radio www.twitter.com/pulse95radio www.instagram.com/pulse95radio

Sep 12, 201932 minEp. 28

27 - UFC 242 Highlights: News, Results and Backstage Action (09.09.19)

On today’s show, we discuss the winners and losers as UFC 242 makes headlines all over the World! Edson Barboza misses out on making it 2/2 against Paul Felder with a controversial decision setting up a trilogy. Khabib Nurmagomedov stole the show against Dustin Poirier but it wasn’t as comfortable as expected with Poirier coming very close to causing a huge upset in the MMA world! Tune in to listen to the full discussion. Listen to #Pulse95Radio in the UAE by tuning in on your radio (95.00 FM) o...

Sep 12, 201927 minEp. 27

26 - What it Takes to be a UFC Fighter in Today’s Sports World with Anas Siraj Mounir (04.09.19)

Anas Siraj Mounir drops in to The Half Time Show to give us an insight on cutting weight, training and the mental demand a fighter goes through in fight camp. With UFC 242 coming up in the UAE, we discuss the fights, the advantages and disadvantages the fighter face approaching their opponents. Tune in to listen to the full discussion! Listen to #Pulse95Radio in the UAE by tuning in on your radio (95.00 FM) or online on our website: www.pulse95radio.com ************************ Follow us on Soci...

Sep 08, 201935 minEp. 26

25 - How Brain Management Affects Performance with Heba Abdul Gawad (02.09.19)

Everything you experience in your body from performance to pain is a direct result of how your brain is functioning. Heba Abdul Gawad stops by The Half Time Show to discuss how the brain is the CEO of the body. We also discuss bad stress vs good stress and how the top performers manage their brain under high pressure situations. Tune in to listen to the full discussion! Heba is a 2 time Olympian who dedicates most of her time on educating students on neuroscience, wellbeing and much more. Listen...

Sep 03, 201936 minEp. 25

24 - Messi, Ronaldo & Virgil Battle it Out for Best Player of the Year at UEFA Awards (31.08.19)

We break down the best players of the year and who wins the big award Best player of the year for 2018/19. The champions league draw is revealed as the prestigious competition is under way. Who are the Favorites and who will be the surprise dark horse of the tournament this year. Listen to #Pulse95Radio in the UAE by tuning in on your radio (95.00 FM) or online on our website: www.pulse95radio.com ************************ Follow us on Social. www.facebook.com/pulse95radio www.twitter.com/pulse95...

Sep 02, 201931 minEp. 24

23 - UAE 10th Grader Makes it to the U-17 FIFA World Cup Camp in Goa (28.08.19)

On The Half Time Show, we take it back to when we experienced try outs. What it took to be in that environment? How we felt? Who we were up against? What motivates us for a trial? An Eric Thomas motivational clip to help channel your thoughts is also on the podcast to help anyone facing a trial, interview or challenge. Listen to #Pulse95Radio in the UAE by tuning in on your radio (95.00 FM) or online on our website: www.pulse95radio.com ************************ Follow us on Social. www.facebook....

Sep 02, 201920 minEp. 23

22 - From Parks to Pitches - Racism is Poisoning the Sport (26.08.19)

On The Half Time Show, we tackle how racism still exists in modern sport and how technology has its pros and cons in diminishing the poison. We discuss how athletes are responding to it and whether boycotting social media would be a way to cut the connection between athlete and fan. We also have a weekend round up of boxing, cricket and football across Europe. Listen to #Pulse95Radio in the UAE by tuning in on your radio (95.00 FM) or online on our website: www.pulse95radio.com *****************...

Sep 02, 201926 minEp. 22

21 - Clash of the Titans as Liverpool Face Arsenal in the Game of the Weekend! (24.08.19)

On the Half Time Show, the UAE Gulf Cup kicks off the season as we review the opening fixtures. The big boys are back as we finally resume the season after a break. The top two current teams of the premier league meet at anfield following their 100% record so far. We break down the game tactically and how both managers will approach it in the GAME OF ZONES Segment. We also highlight Anthony Yard and coach Tunde Ajayis journey so far as they face their toughest challenge yet in Sergey Kovalev in ...

Sep 02, 201925 minEp. 21

20 - The World of Mental Fitness (21.08.19)

In this episode, we dive into the world of mental fitness and what impact its had on athletes from around the world. From Tyson Fury to Prince William, we hear on the recently publicized topic that is gradually spreading across the globe. We also discuss ways on resetting your environment to become more productive using mental health techniques. Tune in to listen to the full discussion! Listen to #Pulse95Radio in the UAE by tuning in on your radio (95.00 FM) or online on our website: www.pulse95...

Aug 21, 201925 minEp. 20

19 - What Motivates You to Train (19.08.19)

What motivates you to train? Is it Music? Environment? A training partner or an instructor? In this episode, we talk about what gets you motivated to continue staying healthy! We also highlight the first female referee Stephanie Frappart following her performance in the European Super Cup between Chelsea and Liverpool, VAR and the influence it’s having on the game, a round up of UFC 241 and more action across the sports world. Listen to #Pulse95Radio in the UAE by tuning in on your radio (95.00 ...

Aug 21, 201925 minEp. 19

18 - Career Change, Parkor, Motherhood & Character Building with Amal Murad (17.08.19)

Amal Murad discusses her journey of changing from a 9-5 routine job to following her passion and the tremendous support from her family which enabled her to make her own mistakes and learn from it. She also breaks down stereotypes, social media and an interesting fire round with Omar. Tune in to listen to the full discussion! Listen to #Pulse95Radio in the UAE by tuning in on your radio (95.00 FM) or online on our website: www.pulse95radio.com ************************ Follow us on Social. www.fa...

Aug 21, 201935 minEp. 18

17 - Is VAR Killing the Game Or Is it the New Laws? (14.08.19)

On the opening weekend of the premier league, VAR captures the headlines as the referees implement the new laws and face criticism from the media. We explain the new laws and whether we need to scrap them off because it’s killing the momentum of the game. We also ask the question, "Do we have enough characters in the game?". We take a look at whether characters no longer exist in sport due to social media and the pressures of being a role model. Tune in to listen to the full discussion! Listen t...

Aug 21, 201926 minEp. 17

16 - Big Hass Breaks Down How Sport Influences Life and Health (07.08.19)

In this episode, we discuss how sport, such as basketball, left its mark on Big Hass' life, and how life brought him to make a decision on health and its value. We talk fantasy football and the craze it has in the offices, homes and community and how you can join the fantasy football league Pulse 95 radio competition. Tune in to listen to the full discussion. Listen to #Pulse95Radio in the UAE by tuning in on your radio (95.00 FM) or online on our website: www.pulse95radio.com ******************...

Aug 21, 201932 minEp. 16

15 - From Being Homeless to Leading the England Homeless National Team with Craig McManus (05.08.19)

Craig McManus discusses meeting sir Alex Ferguson, his personal journey after playing professionally, dealing with being homeless, tackling addiction to now making a real difference in the communities all around the world by coaching and implementing his philosophies. Listen to #Pulse95Radio in the UAE by tuning in on your radio (95.00 FM) or online on our website: www.pulse95radio.com ************************ Follow us on Social. www.facebook.com/pulse95radio www.twitter.com/pulse95radio www.in...

Aug 05, 201928 minEp. 15

14 - Leoni FC Discuss Gender Equality: How Times Are Changing in Modern Football (03.08.19)

The rise of Leoni Fc as they tackle the Middle East,stereotypes, family support, growth in the women’s game and much more. We do a fire-round of team mates where we get to know each member of the squad. Who’s the loudest,funniest,best trainer,favorite moment of the season and who spends the most time getting ready! Listen to #Pulse95Radio in the UAE by tuning in on your radio (95.00 FM) or online on our website: www.pulse95radio.com ************************ Follow us on Social. www.facebook.com/...

Aug 04, 201928 minEp. 14

13 - How to be the Best Version of Yourself with Grant Goes (31.07.19)

We talk fitness fads,social media and the pros and cons of technology in the fitness world! We also dive into the ashes, rugby World Cup and being a winner in the find fit competition. Listen to #Pulse95Radio in the UAE by tuning in on your radio (95.00 FM) or online on our website: www.pulse95radio.com ************************ Follow us on Social. www.facebook.com/pulse95radio www.twitter.com/pulse95radio www.instagram.com/pulse95radio

Aug 01, 201931 minEp. 13
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