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#375: Losing Everything, Running Further: Nico De Corato’s Untold Dubai Story

Introduction Join us on Made in Dubai as we sit down with Nico de Corato, an ultra-endurance athlete, entrepreneur who is passionate about the UAE. From ultra-marathons and mountain biking to freediving, jet skiing, and desert adventures, Nico’s story spans resilience, discipline, and pushing beyond limits. In this episode, Nico shares: How he moved from […]

#374: Chris Hemsworth, Big Ideas & Bayut: Sahar Khan on Building an Iconic Brand

Introduction This week’s guest is Sahar Khan, the dynamic Head of Marketing at Bayut. A foundational member of the team, Sahar joined Bayut in 2014 as one of its first sales employees and has been instrumental in building the brand into the UAE’s leading property portal. With a innate passion for creative, out-of-the-box marketing since […]

#373: From Bullied Kid to Global Leader: Sebastian Bates’ Warrior Academy Story

Introduction Sebastian Bates is a British entrepreneur, author, and martial artist best known as the founder of the Warrior Academy, a Dubai-based organisation dedicated to developing children’s confidence, focus, and resilience through martial arts. With over 25 years of experience and a background in professional martial arts and extreme sports. He is the best-selling author […]

#372: Creators, Brands, and AI: The New Rules of Influencer Marketing with Danny Agg

Introduction This week’s guest is Danny Agg, who leads Zodiac Global with a clear vision for growth, innovation, and excellence, serves as CEO overseeing the company’s strategic direction, partnerships, and overall talent strategy. In this episode, Danny dives deep into the evolving world of talent management and influencer marketing. The conversation highlights the critical role […]

#371: Overnourished, Overwhelmed, and Underserved: Rethinking Health with Dr. Nas Al Jafari

Introduction This week’s guest is Dr. Nas Al Jafari, a leading Functional Medicine physician and founder of DNA Health in Dubai, renowned for his science-driven, holistic approach to health and wellness. With a focus on uncovering and addressing the root causes of chronic conditions, Dr. Al Jafari integrates the latest medical research with personalised care […]

#370: The Rapid Evolution Of Cypto & Is Society Moving To Cashless A Good Thing Or A Bad Thing?

Introduction This weeks guest, Karl Mohan, is a seasoned fintech and crypto executive, currently serving as General Manager for APAC and MEA and Global Head of Banking Partnerships at Crypto.com. With over two decades of experience across traditional finance and emerging technologies, Karl is known for bridging the gap between banking and blockchain innovation. Passionate […]

#368 What You Can Get In Dubai That You Can’t Get Anywhere Else

Introduction This week’s guest is Firas Al Msaddi, the founder and owner of fäm Properties, Dubai’s most technologically advanced real estate company and a multidimensional force shaping the future of the city’s property market. A Syrian-born entrepreneur and author, Firas has redefined what it means to lead in real estate, combining deep market expertise with data, proptech, and […]