#357: Wellness vs Wellbeing – What’s the Difference? Ryan Hopkins Talks Through What You’re NOT Told About The Workplace
Introduction This week’s guest is Ryan Hopkins, a best-selling author, workplace wellbeing expert, and global keynote speaker. His book, 52 Weeks of Wellbeing, has become an international success, translated into Korean, Turkish, German, Dutch, and Arabic. Ryan’s mission is to revolutionise workplace wellbeing through a no-nonsense, practical approach, positively impacting over 1.25 million people across […]
#356: How can you become successful selling Real Estate in Dubai? The truth behind the market & how Calum White is building the fastest growing brokerage in the region
Introduction This week’s guest is only 32 years old and what he’s accomplished in that time is nothing short of remarkable. As part of a new generation of high-performance entrepreneurs, he has broken into the UAE real estate scene over the past four years and built one of the fastest-growing brokerages in the region. His […]
#355: Uncovering the Evolving World of Plastic Surgery with Dr. Matteo Vigo
Introduction This week’s guest is Dr. Matteo Vigo, a leading plastic surgeon based in the UAE. With a wealth of experience, Dr. Vigo has performed over 1,500 procedures, including more than 1,000 breast augmentations making him a true expert in the field of cosmetic surgery. In this episode, we explore the history and evolution of […]
#354: Hard Truths on Real Leadership & the Growth Gap: Naoum Barakat on Culture, Accountability & Cutting Through the Noise
Introduction In this episode, we sit down with Naoum Barakat, Senior Director of Human Capital at Majid Al Futtaim, a transformative leader in HR strategy and talent development across the UAE and beyond. With decades of experience shaping people and culture in some of the region’s most influential organisations, Naoum brings deep insight into what […]
#353: A True Insight Into the UAE Law: Arash Zad’s Guide to Knowing How to Navigate UAE Law & Common Misconceptions
Introduction This week’s guest is a trailblazer in the legal world and a content creator who’s rewriting the rulebook on how lawyers show up online. Arash Zad is a UAE based lawyer who took a bold step into unfamiliar territory, TikTok – Somewhere most only knew from the funny dancing. While most of his peers […]
#352: Firewalking, Ice Baths & No Fear: Benoit Demeulemeester’s Guide to True Resilience
Introduction How far would you go to break through fear? For Benoit Demeulemeester, it starts with breathwork, ice baths, and walking barefoot across burning coals. A former high-stakes banker turned transformational coach, Benoit has spent the last 14 years pushing people past their mental limits. Through Endorphins Management, he’s taken everyone from CEOs to entire […]
#351: Ollie Ollerton on Surviving Trauma, Rebuilding Identity, and Leading with Purpose
Introduction What does it take to survive chaos, lead under fire, and rebuild your life from rock bottom? Ollie Ollerton doesn’t just teach it – he’s lived every brutal moment. A former Royal Marine Commando and Special Forces operative, Ollie rose to public attention on ‘SAS: Who Dares Wins’. But long before the cameras, he […]
#350: Jas Mathur on Discipline, Health, and the Billionaire Mindset
Introduction Jas Mathur made his first million before he turned 20. But his biggest success? Reinventing himself. From tech prodigy and media mogul to health entrepreneur and investor, Jas’s story is one of relentless drive, reinvention, and personal transformation. He’s built businesses worth hundreds of millions and lost over 100kg in a complete health reset. […]
#349: Paris Norriss on Grit, Pain and Running 7 Marathons in 7 Days on 7 Continents
Introduction Most people struggle to run even one marathon. Paris Norriss ran seven marathons on seven continents in just seven days. Adventurer and endurance athlete, Paris Norriss, shares what it takes to push the body and mind to the absolute limit. Alongside his friend James Elliott-Square, Paris completed the World Marathon Challenge, running a full […]
#348: Maaz Sheikh on Building Starz Play, Surviving the Storm, and Scaling to $370M
Introduction What does it take to go from survival mode to a $370 million exit – all without breaking? Maaz Sheikh, co-founder and CEO of Starz Play, has lived the answer. In this episode, Maaz opens up about the high-stakes journey of building one of the Middle East’s leading streaming platforms, from battling burnout and […]
