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Morning Drive
Morning Drive is Mira Business FM’s flagship weekday programme airing Monday–Friday, 8 AM–12 PM. Presented by Tim Elliott, it delivers a dynamic mix of business news, expert analysis, and in-depth interviews with thought leaders and market specialists.
From financial markets and economic trends to entrepreneurship, technology, property, and leadership, the show explores the stories shaping today’s business landscape, equipping listeners across the UAE and beyond with practical insights that…
Episodes
Morning DriveSaudi, UAE and Qatar Travellers Fuel 145% Rise in World Cup Jet Demand
Luxury travel demand from the Gulf is surging ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with private aviation company XO reporting a 145% rise in multi-city travel…
Morning DriveUAE Property Market Q&A: Rents, Prices and More
Tim Elliott sits down with Mario Volpi, Senior Manager at Eva Real Estate, to unpack the latest developments shaping the UAE property market. From major…
Morning DriveDubai Off-Plan: Real Property or Pure Hype?
Dubai’s off-plan property sector continues to thrive, offering exciting new opportunities for global investors. Luxe Vista Properties CEO Ajay Menon joins Tim…
Morning DriveBusiness Editor Slams 'Sloppy' UK Media Reporting on Dubai
Tim Elliott sits down with Justin Harper, Editor of Arabian Business and CEO Middle East. Harper tackles recent sensationalised UK media headlines…
Morning DriveMoney Mistakes UAE Expats Make Before Retirement
International market volatility and rising living costs are triggering a major shift in retirement planning. Speaking on Mira Business FM, Michele Carby…
Morning DriveWhy Fujairah Has Become the Gulf’s New Strategic Hotspot
As global tensions reshape traditional shipping routes, the Emirate of Fujairah has rapidly transformed from a regional port into an essential linchpin for…
Morning DriveHow to Build and Scale a Massive Business in the UAE
Tatiana Vishnevskaya, founder of MME Media, discusses corporate growth and market dynamics with Tim Elliott on Mira Business FM. The broadcaster analysed…
Morning DriveWhy Gold Prices Are Rising: Inflation and Global Trends Explained
Precious metals markets face a dramatic turnaround as soaring US consumer and producer prices amplify global inflationary pressures, making Federal Reserve…
Morning DriveThe Next Pandemic Could Happen Anytime. Are Health Systems Ready?
As Ebola cases rise in the DRC, global health authorities face renewed pressure to strengthen outbreak surveillance. In this episode, Aspen Medical’s Sean…
Morning DriveWhy Affluent Retirees Are Afraid to Spend Their Savings
The global financial narrative has long warned individuals that they are not saving enough for retirement. However, counterintuitive new research highlights a…
Morning DriveWhy the World’s Wealthiest Collectors Are Moving Their Attention to Dubai
Gallery powerhouse Jean-David Malat joins Tim Elliott to analyse why the world’s wealthiest collectors are abandoning traditional capitals for Dubai. Discover…
Morning DriveCan't Understand Your HR? Let's Translate the HR Speak
Tim Elliott sits down with recruitment expert David Mackenzie from Mackenzie Jones Middle East to translate confusing human resources speak. They discuss what…
Morning DriveThe UAE’s Hottest New Launches and Property Headlines
Tim Elliott catches up with Mario Volpi, Senior Manager of Eva Real Estate, for a fast-moving look at the UAE property market’s biggest talking points. From…
Morning DriveStrait of Hormuz Still Under Pressure
More than 100 days into the conflict, concerns are growing over maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s busiest shipping routes. Joining…
Morning DriveWho Controls the Global News Narrative?
From conflict coverage and misinformation to Dubai’s image on the international stage, the pressure on newsrooms has never been greater. Joining Tim Elliott is…
Morning DriveWorld Cup Gold Rush: Why Brands Are Betting on Fans Over Footballers
As the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off across North America, corporate sponsors are completely rewriting their PR playbooks. Tim Elliott discusses shifting…
Morning Drive50% AI Government Target: Is Dubai Ready for Autonomous Service?
Dubai is accelerating its push into agentic AI, with the UAE aiming to shift 50 percent of government services to autonomous AI within two years. But are…
Morning DriveIs the Dubai Property Market Hiding a "Distress Deal" Scam?
Luxe Vista properties CEO Ajay Menon talks to Tim Elliott about why international capital continues to favour Dubai real estate. Menon analyses true market…
Morning DriveYour Brand’s TikTok Song Could Cost Millions
Middle East brands are being warned over the rampant use of unlicensed music in social media campaigns. In this episode, MassiveMusic MENA Managing Director…
Morning DriveJewellery Demand Surges Across the UAE
Italian luxury trade is experiencing unprecedented growth in the Gulf region, driven by record-breaking lifestyle and jewelry exports to the UAE. Italian Trade…
Morning DriveWhy 72% of UAE Brands Are Rewriting PR Strategies
PRHub.ae’s PR Manager Kathrine Hamdan joins Tim Elliott to analyse a new industry report. They discuss how geopolitical shifts, economic tensions, and the…
Morning DriveGen Z Workers Demanding Purpose Over Pay
A major global survey by ACCA highlights a profound shift in the Middle East finance profession. Kush Ahuja, Head of Middle East and Eurasia at ACCA, tells Tim…
Morning DriveWhen Will Gold Hit the Heights Again?
Tim Elliott sits down with Monetary Metals' gold expert Jeff Rhodes to dissect the current inertia gripping the bullion market. As geopolitical tensions…
Morning DriveCan Global Tourism Sustain Its Momentum This Summer?
Fuel prices are climbing, health alerts are back in the headlines, and tensions around the Strait of Hormuz are raising fresh concerns for airlines and global…
Morning DriveWhat Abu Dhabi’s Rent Freeze Means for Landlords and New Leases
Abu Dhabi’s rent freeze policy continues to shape conversations across the property market, with landlords and tenants both adjusting to the changing…
Morning DriveAre You Wasting Money Without Realising It?
Tim Elliott discusses how households can navigate financial pressure without sacrificing long-term stability. Joining him is independent financial consultant…
Morning DriveWhat the Strait of Hormuz Crisis Means for Global Trade
Tim Elliott examines the Strait of Hormuz crisis and its impact on global trade, shipping and energy markets. Joining him is Abigail Mathias, Editor at Global…
Morning DriveCorporate Toxicity: How to Neutralise Bad Bosses and Safeguard Talent
As workplace culture faces intense scrutiny, toxic management remains a primary driver of corporate attrition. In this episode of Morning Drive, recruitment…
Morning DriveCan the UAE Turn Fashion Waste Into Big Business?
Tim Elliott explores the UAE’s ambitious Naseej initiative, designed to transform textiles into a circular economy success story. Joining him is Kashesh Bhatia…
Morning DriveAbu Dhabi Freezes Rent: Will Dubai Follow Suit?
Abu Dhabi has intervened in the property market by freezing rental increases to anchor consumer costs. Joining Tim Elliott on Mira Business FM, Mario Volpi…
Morning DriveSheikh Hamdan Highlights Economic Resilience: What It Means for Businesses
Following recent high-level directives from His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum highlighting the robust nature of the city's economy…
Morning DriveIs Your UAE Will Useless Abroad? Expert Explains
As multi-jurisdictional portfolios expand, over 60 per cent of UAE families face severe double taxation and foreign probate risks. Speaking with Tim Elliott…
Morning DriveIs Iran’s Cyber War Already Hitting Global Business?
As regional geopolitical tensions escalate, cybersecurity expert Stephen Marriott warns that private corporate entities across the GCC, Europe, and the…
Morning DriveWhen and Where to Buy Property in Dubai
Tim Elliott speaks with Ajay Menon, CEO of Luxe Vista Properties, about the best time and places to buy property in Dubai. Ajay shares insights on market…
Morning Drive25,000 Camel Soap Bars to Survive: Dubai Brand Makes Public Appeal
A beloved homegrown pioneer is rallying the community to script its next chapter. Stevi Lowmass, Founder and CEO of The Camel Soap Factory, joins Tim Elliott…
Morning DriveWhat the Strait of Hormuz Crisis Means for Your Money & Investments
As fuel prices hit a four-year high amid geopolitical tensions, global markets face fresh challenges. Tim Elliott speaks with Ryan Lemand, CEO of Neovision…
Morning DriveWho Hires for Dubai’s Ultra Rich Homes?
As massive wealth migration brings thousands of millionaires into the UAE, managing an elite household has become as complex as running a luxury corporation…
Morning DriveThe $770 Million Influencer Economy: Can Influencer Rates Be Standardised?
As the GCC influencer marketing sector surges towards a projected $770 million valuation by 2032, the era of vanity metrics is facing a major shake-up. Linda…
Morning DriveThe World’s First AI Influencer Talent Management Agency Chooses Dubai
As virtual ambassadors shift from sci-fi novelty to corporate reality, the world's first AI influencer talent agency has officially established its…
Morning DriveThe Secret to Negotiating Your Salary in the UAE
In an exclusive interview with Tim Elliott, David Mackenzie, Managing Director of Mackenzie Jones Middle East, reveals the critical strategies jobseekers need…
Morning DriveWhy Your Style Can Make or Break Corporate Deals
Dubai-based image scientist and style coach Raluca Marcu joins Tim Elliott to unpack the neuroscience behind executive presence. They discuss why professional…
Morning DriveWhy You Are Underpaid—and How to Fix It
Mackenzie Jones Middle East Managing Director David Mackenzie joins Tim Elliott to break down the complexities of negotiating remuneration. They discuss…
Morning DriveLandlords Can Now Use UAE Pass to Check Tenant Credit Scores
Private landlords across the UAE can now legally request tenant credit scores via the UAE Pass and Etihad Credit Bureau. Real estate expert Mario Volpi joins…
Morning DriveAbu Dhabi vs Dubai: Where to Buy Your Property?
Luxe Vista Properties CEO Ajay Menon joins Tim Elliott to analyse the distinct macroeconomic and regulatory landscapes shaping the UAE real estate sector. From…
Morning DriveMaldives Targets Eid and Summer Travel Demand
The Maldives is seeing steady demand from GCC travellers ahead of Eid and the summer holiday season, with resorts focusing on experience-led tourism…
Morning DriveASEAN Islamic Finance Crosses Historic $1 Trillion Mark
ASEAN’s Islamic finance sector has passed a momentous one-trillion-dollar milestone, reflecting substantial regional growth. Fitch Ratings’ Bashar Al-Natoor…
Morning DriveDubai Restaurant Week Extended
Dubai Restaurant Week has secured an extended finish ahead of Eid al-Adha following unprecedented consumer demand, Dubai Economy & Tourism’s Alreem Al Redha…
Morning DriveDubai Property Surge: Fact or Fiction?
Dubai real estate transactions have surged to a staggering fifteen billion dirhams in just one week. Is this extraordinary growth sustainable, or does the data…
Morning DriveGold Markets on Hold Amidst US-Iran Peace Deal Hopes
Global financial and precious metals markets remain locked in a tense holding pattern as investors await a definitive resolution to geopolitical conflict…
Morning DriveIs Middle East Tension Hitting UAE Adventure Tourism?
Following a dramatic mountain rescue in Ras Al Khaimah, adventure guide Faisi Shalmani, founder of AFT Adventures, joins Tim Elliott on Mira Business FM…
Morning DriveGen Z Wants Startups, Not Side Hustles. Universities Are Responding
A profound shift is under way as Gen Z trades casual side hustles for scalable startups. In this exclusive interview, Heriot-Watt University Dubai’s Anna…
Morning DriveWhy Saudi Is Attracting So Many New Companies
Saudi Arabia is experiencing a permanent shift in corporate migration, generating over 1.8 billion riyals in fresh capital in March 2026 alone. Tim Elliott…
Morning Drive92% of UAE Companies Suffered Identity-Related Breaches
A major cybersecurity report reveals that 92% of UAE organisations suffered identity-related breaches last year. Palo Alto Networks' Cybersecurity Expert…
Morning DriveAre Dubai Real Estate Payment Plans a Trap?
Luxe Vista Properties CEO Ajay Menon joins Tim Elliott to analyse developer payment schemes. The panel scrutinises the financial divides between end-users and…
Morning DriveThe Halal Gold Revolution
As the UAE launches the world's first Shariah-compliant spot gold market, physical asset trading is undergoing a dramatic transformation. Paradigm Holdings…
Morning DriveThe Battle Against Hantavirus
As a rare Andes hantavirus outbreak on a luxury cruise ship triggers international alerts, questions mount over global biosecurity. Aspen Medical’s Sean…
Morning DriveAre More Distressed Deals Emerging in the Gulf?
Tim Elliott and corporate lawyer Sima Osseiran of BSA Law discuss the evolving financial landscape of the GCC. While liquidity remains robust at the government…
Morning DriveThe China-Taiwan Impact on Gold
Monetary Metals CEO Keith Weiner and Director Jeff Rhodes join Tim Elliott to discuss the evolving role of gold amidst geopolitical tensions in the Middle East…
Morning DriveUAE Residents: The Non-Negotiable Insurance Policies You’re Likely Missing
Financial Consultant James Thomas joins Tim Elliott to expose critical gaps in expat protection. This interview identifies the essential insurance policies…
Morning DriveWhy AI-Driven ‘Easy Apply’ Tools Are Failing Jobseekers
Tim Elliott sits down with David Mackenzie, Managing Director of Mackenzie Jones Middle East, to deconstruct the modern jobs market. They scrutinise the rise…