Best Dubai Eye 103.8 Podcasts (2024)

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What you need to know about Instagram Teen Accounts 1:11:53

12h ago1:11:53

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Instagram has created Teen Accounts that automatically place teens in built-in protections where there is a limit on who can contact teens and the content they see. We delve into the details with Australia’s ‘cyber cop’ and cyber safety expert Susan McLean We speak with the founders of Toastie about launching a brand in the UAE Common paediatric ey…

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Does working from home mean low productivity? 37:38

1h ago37:38

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18 Sep 2024. As Amazon orders workers back to the office five days a week, we dissect the pros and cons with Polly Williams of TishTash and John Butterworth of 10k Solutions. We also speak to recruitment boss David Mackenzie about what this means for talent attraction. Plus, as part of a new series we're looking at companies that make things right …

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MEET THE WORLD’S FIRST FEMALE SYRIAN REFUGEE PILOT 1:18:57

1h ago1:18:57

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Maya Ghazal joins us live from the UK, in between her flying trainings, and shares her background from fleeing war-torn Syria to becoming a licenced pilot in the UK Alex of House of Social has the tips you need for your business to thrive We get the latest in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease from Dr Derk Krieger, Consultant of Neurology at Fak…

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Britain’s Warren Buffet launches in Dubai. 34:37

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17 Sep 2024. We discuss the UAE's new investment campaign with actor Idris Elba and whether we could see a Lulu IPO launch by the end of next month. We also speak to the investor known as ‘Britain’s Warren Buffet’. Terry Smith manages 37 billion pounds and he’s just launched in Dubai. Plus, Oman has big IPO plans - including what could be the bigge…

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Is it legal to track someone in the UAE? 1:05:49

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It’s just one of the many questions answered today by family lawyer Madeleine Mendy on our popular Legal Clinic We meet two ladies joining forces to support women through wellness retreats Paul Sharland, Associate Director — Off Plan & Investment at Haus & Haus tells us what’s coming up in Dubai’s real estate market And Vocalize’s founder Bhavani K…

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When's the best time to book your winter holiday travel? 27:16

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16 Sep 2024. Gold has set a new record- what's driving it and what impact will the Fed have this week? Dan Richards of Emirates NBD explains. Plus, Boeing workers are striking after rejecting a 25% pay rise- we speak to legal plane spotter Nick Humphrey about what this could mean for the end user. And, if you're looking to travel this holiday seaso…

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The rise in EV insurance premiums 28:43

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13 Sep 2024. Big focus on EVs! We're hearing rumours of rising car insurance premiums, especially for EV's, we speak to Avinash Babur, CEO and Founder, InsuranceMarket.ae. Plus, shift gears with Sebastian Fuchs, Managing Director of Aut4oData Middle East, to discuss the electrifying 250% rise in EVs and the rapid growth of Chinese car brands in the…

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Are you experiencing burnout? 29:09

18h ago29:09

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76% of employees experience burnout on the job at different levels, according to Gallup's report, Employee Burnout: Causes and Cures. The World Health Organization also now recognises burnout as an “occupational phenomenon,” linking it to chronic stress. We discuss the different types of burnout, how it impacts the nervous system, and, most importa…

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Oil: How low can it go? 32:42

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12 Sep 2024. We look at what's putting oil prices under pressure with oil broker Matt Stanley live from Singapore at APPEC 2024. And, as our IPO train continues to chug on, we ask market watcher Sameer Lakhani how retail investors decide which offerings to get involved in. Plus, as NMDC Energy begins trading on ADX we speak to NMDC Energy CEO, Ahme…

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Superfood bar 1:24:47

1d ago1:24:47

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Providing nutritious food to first responders and communities with limited access to food is E2G’s mission Find out what virtual autism is with neuropsychologist Dr Alexandre Machado On our second hour we focus on women – for leadership and healthcare Why do you buy the things you got? Discussing emotional selling with behavioural scientist Dr Darr…

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Why are the homes we're buying getting smaller? 28:46

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11 Sep 2024. It's presidential debate day- we cross live to the US to get analysis on the Donald Trump, Kamala Harris debate and what plans they each have for the economy. Plus, a new Valustrat report shows something interesting happening to the size of the homes we're buying - we speak to head of research Haider Tuaimi. And, we speak to Ahmed Bin …

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Can strict parenting turn children into skilled liars? 1:19:17

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Experts claim strict parenting can turn children into skilled liars as those children will become deceptive for fear of harsh punishment. So, should parents loosen the reins in favour of more gentle parenting? We speak to parent coaches Sarah Raslan and Karen Abou Jaoude. And with conflicting health advice all over social media, are you at a loss w…

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New Apple products has been launched - is it still worth it? 31:27

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10 Sep 2024. We look at Apple's big product launch, including the latest iPhone, with Abbas Jaffar Ali, Managing Director at Tbreak Media. Plus, the UAE economy grew just under 3 and a half per cent in Q1, we discuss the new numbers with economist Khatija Haque. And we discuss the US government's case against Google's ad tech monopoly and what it c…

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Suicide Awareness Month 1:21:13

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We’re bringing attention to a mental health issue that affects millions of people worldwide; joining us live in the studio are Clinical Psychologists Dr. Gurveen Ranger and Dr. Wafa Saoud from Sage Clinics Property focus today with Haus & Haus’ Jake Walton and Mohammed Kawasmi , Real Estate Partner, Al Tamimi & Company And we meet an extraordinary …

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Human-centric communities likely to provide a higher ROI for stakeholders. 25:53

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09 Sep 2024. As the US gets ready for its first presidential debate, we look at what the latest jobs numbers mean for candidates with Hart Hodges of Western Washington University. We also speak to Mohamad Al Bahar, Head of Business Management, at Wasl who explains the importance of designing self-contained communities equipped with amenities that r…

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What's the timeline for Nissan's new patrol? 30:20

7d ago30:20

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06 Sep 2024. We speak to the regional boss of Nissan, Thierry Sabbagh, about the launch of the new Nissan Patrol, why it's integral to the UAE and how long it could take to get one. Plus, we find out about the UAEs nationwide action plan aimed at combatting terrorism financing and money laundering. And, ahead of the Emirates Dubai 7s, we catch up w…

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Validating feelings VS holding firm boundaries 26:57

8d ago26:57

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The phrase “gentle parenting” gets thrown around a lot… where do we draw the line between validating our kids’ feelings and still placing the needed boundaries? Carrie Green of Thriving Souls guides us And 60 per cent of over 650 kinds of baby foods in the US failed to meet recommended World Health Organization nutritional guidelines for infant and…

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OPEC could delay production return. 31:29

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05 Sep 2024. We get the latest on the broad US stock market sell off with veteran banker Gary Dugan. Plus, we speak to Radisson Hotel Group about what they expect to see in the busy four months until the end of the year, that's after a reported growth in H1 2024 with over 130 new hotel signings and openings across its global portfolio. And, energy …

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Recovering from alcoholism 1:11:19

8d ago1:11:19

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We hear former alcoholic Rebecca Rivera’s story and what prompted her to build Sakina, an alcohol rehabilitation centre in Ras Al Khaimah as we’re also joined by recovery psychologist Dr Annette Schonder and psychoeducator Tricia Diez Invisible inflammation and its effects on the body is the discussion with physiotherapist and doctor of Osteopathy …

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Stocks and oil plunge on international markets. 26:19

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04 Sep 2024. We get analysis on that stock plunge with Monte Safieddine, Market Analyst, IG. Plus, reaction to the overnight oil price drop with Matt Stanley Head of Market Engagement, EMEA & APA, Kpler and Ed Bell, Chief Economist, Emirates NBD. And, as the demand of PA's and EA's sky rockets, we speak to Tracey Irwin, Founder & Managing Director,…

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Can kids outgrow allergies? 1:18:28

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That’s just one of the questions answered by Mubadala Health’s Dr Aji Mathew, Consultant General Pediatrician and Allergy Specialist. Find out too about hygiene hypothesis and more. Career coach Hamza Zaouali gives us guidance on freelancing in the UAE and the do’s and don’ts on LinkedIn We meet another outstanding student in the UAE contributing r…

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What could Bahrain's new income tax mean for UAE companies? 32:51

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03 Sep 2024. Sick of cold callers? We've got a lawyer to answer your questions on the new telemarketing rules, what can you do, what can't you do, and how can you stop them. That's with the team from Norton Rose Fulbright. Plus, we look at what Bahrain's new income tax could mean for the region - and UAE companies - with tax expert Shiv Mahalingham…

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Achieving Your Flow State 1:07:57

11d ago1:07:57

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Award-winning science writer from the UK David Robson discusses how we can find our flow state; Connecting people in the UAE is Be You. Belong.’s goal; Haus and Haus’ Managing Director Simon Baker answers your property questions; And THINC’s Founding Partner and Managing Director Jayshree Gupta is on the hot seat today for our Legal Clinic as we’re…

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Is there a right way to cold-call? 34:08

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02 Sep 2024. We've got the latest on UAE Petrol prices with economist Ed Bell from Emirates NBD. And, winter is coming - we talk to Hazel Jackson, CEO, Biz Group about what to expect in the busy four months until the end of the year. Plus, as the management consulting bandwagon rolls back into action post-summer, Dr Noah Rafford looks at the good, …

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The UAE launches a crackdown on cold calling sales agents 31:09

15d ago31:09

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30 Aug 2024. The UAE has launched an SMS hotline to report rogue cold callers - with fines of up to Dh150,000 for companies that break the rules. We speak to H.E. Safeya Al Safi, Acting Assistant Undersecretary for Control and Commercial Governance Sector, Ministry of Economy. Plus, we look at NMDC Energy and Talabat IPO with market watcher Mohamme…

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Teddy Bear Hospital 24:53

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Overcoming dental anxiety is just one of the many topics covered today on our dental focus with Dr David Roze from DR. ROZE Dental Clinic. Find out too what should and should NOT be present in your toothpaste. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Dubai Eye 103.8

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Salik ups earning guidance on new tollgates 40:23

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29 Aug 2024. Salik has upped its earnings outlook ahead of two new toll gates set to go live before the end of November. It now expects to see 2024 revenue rise by as much as 8 per cent. Salik CEO Ibrahim Al Haddad has told the Business Breakfast. Plus, Nvidia profit jumps 151% as the AI boom continues. We speak to market analyst Josh Gilbert of eT…

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Protect your kids from online predators 1:24:43

20d ago1:24:43

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The best time to protect kids online is NOW. Internet safety expert CyberFareedah guides us on how we can do exactly that- from Snapchat to Roblox to other social media platforms. We meet two Emirati ladies from the humanitarian and maritime industry as we celebrate Emirati Women’s Day If you’re grocery shopping, you might come across Naina, a Year…

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Oasis is back! 34:31

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28 Aug 2024. It's concert-nomics as the British rock legends have announced a 2025 reunion tour. We discuss the big news and the economic benefits of events like this with Thomas Ovesen, CEO of All Things Live Middle East. Plus, Majid Al Futtaim’s H1 2024 results shows revenue drop 6%. We discuss the result and check the current retail market with …

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How aware are your children when it comes to safety? 1:15:34

17d ago1:15:34

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A social experiment by the Sharjah Child Safety Department and Sharjah Police unveiled that ONLY 1 out of 37 children hesitated to accept a free ice cream from a stranger in exchange for entering an ice cream van. We delve on safety and child safeguarding with social worker and mental health practitioner Priya Mitchell. As the new academic year ope…

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Dubai’s Red-Hot Luxury Housing Market Is Still a Bargain 32:42

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27 Aug 2024. We continue our “Winter is Coming” series with one of Dubai’s most high-profile and high-earning broker, Firas Al Masadi, Founder and CEO, fäm Properties. Plus, back to School week continues, we find out how Careem is taking on the school bus business with the GM of Careem Rides. And, as Pavel Durov spends another night in a French jai…

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Sexual harassment at work 1:21:30

19d ago1:21:30

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Lawyer Thenji Moyo tells us what the law says about sexual harassment and sexism in the workplace. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Dubai Eye 103.8

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The Business Breakfast Back to School Special 39:29

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26 Aug 2024. Exclusive interview with CEOs of the country’s biggest operators: Dino Varkey of GEMS and Alan Williamson of Taaleem. Plus, higher education twist: the head of American University of Sharjah joins us live. And, Emirates Transport about what the growth of the city - both in geography and people - means for the school bus business. See o…

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The pastry chef behind the Tiktok famous chocolate bar 1:32:14

22d ago1:32:14

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Chef Nouel Catis, the creator of the viral Fix Chocolate Bar, says he's got new recipes coming out soon! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Dubai Eye 103.8

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UAE’s Brands For Less to sell 35% stake to US-based TJX Companies 30:38

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23 Aug 2024. We cross live to Jackson Hole ahead of Jay Powell's speech to find out what the economists are listening for. Plus, a new report from PWC suggests tens of billions of dollars of liquidity is stuck in the balance sheets of the region's listed companies - we'll find out more with Mo Farzadi, Business Restructuring Services Leader at PwC …

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Divorce & Prenup. 1:34:36

23d ago1:34:36

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22 Aug 2024. Bennifer is back on the headlines ‘cause it’s over. Jennifer Lopez has filed for divorce from Ben Affleck, and reportedly, they don’t have a pre-nuptial agreement. We get details on how these agreements work and the complications too with family lawyer Madeleine Mendy from Bin Sevan Advocates. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in…

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Abu Dhabi gets residential rent index 36:12

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22 Aug 2024. The Abu Dhabi Real Estate Centre (ADREC) - the regulatory authority for Abu Dhabi’s real estate sector, has officially launched the emirate’s first residential rental index to enhance market transparency. We find out why they need a rental index now with one capital-based real estate agent, Andrew Covill. Plus, on board with aviation e…

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Have you ever had a panic attack? 1:27:46

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Last week Australian meteorologist Nate Byrne had a panic attack during a live weather report, so today we delve on how common and what causes this and if we could do anything to prevent these attacks. We’re joined by Sarmistha Mitra, Holistic Health Expert, Founder & Owner of The Wellbeing Sanctuary and Dr Derk Krieger, Neurologist from Fakeeh Uni…

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GEMS boss calls for deregulated school fees 32:43

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21 Aug 2024. That's according to Dino Varkey, Group CEO, GEMS Education. We get the reaction of education expert James Mullen, Managing Director, Which Media, Co-founder SchoolsCompared & WhichSchoolAdvisor. Plus, it's a summer of sport, and therefore a summer of sponsorship, we speak to one trademark and IP expert, Mark Delaney. And, we discuss ho…

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Is rice-zempic effective? 1:25:34

25d ago1:25:34

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20 Aug 2024. Tiktok influencers are coming up with natural alternatives to Ozempic, such as rice water a.k.a. rice-zempic, and oatzempic - a blend of water and oats. But are they too good to be true? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Dubai Eye 103.8

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Saudi is set to invest a trillion dollars in infrastructure 32:57

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20 Aug 2024. We find out where the money is coming from with Dr Christopher Payne of Knight Frank. Plus, would you sign up for ‘All you can fly’ unlimited flights for an annual fee? What’s not to like right? We hear from the boss of airline behind it - Wizz Air Abu Dhabi. And, InterContinental Dubai Festival City's revamped events centre aims to ma…

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A good way to start investing in property? 1:23:40

26d ago1:23:40

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Shaun Van Der Linden of Haus and Haus says buying a property to rent out while renting in another area is one way to start building your property portfolio. Is this something you're considering to do? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Dubai Eye 103.8

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Gold reaches new all time high! 29:43

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19 Aug 2024. Gold tops $2,500 for the first time as global stock markets extend rebound rally. We find out how high could it go with our gold expert, Jeff Rhodes. Plus, we cross to the US to check in on the latest in Kamala-nomics as the DNC gets ready to kick off today. And, we discuss what the record-breaking success of Disney’s ‘Deadpool & Wolve…

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How to be safe when eating abroad this summer 1:21:39

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What are the challenges of organic farming here in the UAE? Jason Moore, Co-Founder LocoFood UAE, an organic farm based here in the UAE, explains the difficulties growing vegetables in such a hot and unforgiving climate. And, how does Dubai’s restaurant scene keep going over the off-season? Akshil Patel, Owner and CEO of Salvaje – a Japanese fusion…

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Does recruitment rise post holiday? 30:53

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16 Aug 2024. Will the end of the summer see a surge in people unhappily back in the office looking for new jobs? We asked recruiter Zachary Beckett, Business & Talent Partner at Professional Pyramid. Plus, shipping container homes, yes its a thing! We find out how they are becoming a real thing in Dubai with Jamal Wick, Co-Founder and CEO of Bespok…

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A Level results day: what do you do if you didn't get the results you wanted? 1:12:55

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While some may be elated that they've secured the grades they had hoped for, others may be disappointed. But what options are available to those who just missed out on their target grades? Simon Crane, headmaster at Brighton College Dubai has some helpful advice. And how is the UAE transforming youth employment? Dr Sonia Ben Jaafar, CEO, Abdullah A…

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The CEO Trust Test 32:14

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15 Aug 2024. Over half would reject or rethink a job offer based on the company’s boss, we speak to the company behind that research, Robert Walters. Plus, insurance company Watania International Holding swung back into profit in H1, from a loss the year before - despite the April rains. CEO Gautam Datta joins us live. And, we discuss the UAE’s lat…

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What's the link between cholesterol and dementia? 1:29:45

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What's the importance of early detection when it comes to preventing complications in diabetes and how can we understand the early warning signs? Ali Hashemi, co-founder GluCare Integrated Diabetes Center explains. And, are you suffering from cabin fever in Dubai this summer? Holistic health coach, Sarmistha Mitra, has some much needed advice when …

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Last reporting day for listed companies in the UAE 31:49

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14 Aug 2024. We look at what we've learned from the first half year's numbers here in the UAE with market lawyer Andrew Tarbuck. Plus, look at the pipeline of IPOs that will join them with Gregory Hughes, EY MENA IPO Leader. And, it's Pakistan's 77th Independence Day! We look at the current status and persistent economic challenges with economist D…

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How to save money with the rising cost of living? 1:36:52

1M ago1:36:52

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The cost of living in the UAE increased during the first half of 2024, so how can we save money whilst keeping up with rising costs? Finance coach Carol Glynn takes us through her money saving hacks. Plus, how can we re-acclimate your family to school and work after vacation? Dr Natasha Shah explains how we can ensure a smooth transition. And how d…

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