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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 DriveWhy UAE Travellers Are Rethinking Insurance and Holiday Spending
As summer temperatures rise, UAE travel bookings are surging, but resident behaviours are shifting. Sreekanth Pillai of the Continental Group joins Tim Elliott…
Morning DriveDubai's Record-Breaking Deals and Market Resilience
Real estate expert Mario Volpi joins Tim Elliott on Mira Business FM to analyse Dubai’s property sector. This episode explores record-breaking beachfront plot…
Morning DriveCan Dubai Outbuild Congestion?
Dubai is moving beyond reactive road-building as it enters a mature phase of urban development. Transport expert Martin Tillman joins Tim Elliott to discuss…
Morning DriveDubai’s Shift from Luxury Towers to Sustainability-Led Ecosystems
Tim Elliott sits down with Luxe Vista Properties CEO Ajay Menon to analyse Dubai’s fundamental structural evolution. They discuss the transition from…
Morning DriveWhy Women Leaders Are Still Locked Out of Global Influence
Amnah Ajmal, founder of SheKnows, joins Tim Elliott on Mira Business FM to analyse why female executives remain marginalised despite rising representation…
Morning DriveIs Dubai Islands the Next Palm Jumeirah?
Abhishek Jalan, CEO of Grovy Developers, joins Tim Elliott to discuss the strategic shift towards Dubai Islands. With the launch of Ramada Residences in…
Morning DriveMilitary and SpaceX Backed the Invention Shark Tank Rejected
Scientist and Inventor Dr Robert Yonover joins Tim Elliott to reveal how his life-saving Sea Rescue Streamer, famously rejected on Shark Tank, was subsequently…
Morning DriveUAE Crypto Evolution: The Rules Every Business Must Know
Zana Jablan Musa, Operations Director at Sovereign PPG, tells Tim Elliott that the UAE is becoming a global virtual asset powerhouse. As the market matures…
Morning DriveWhy Trump is Good for Gold
Precious metals expert Jeff Rhodes, Managing Director at Monetary Metals, explains why the political landscape makes a compelling case for bullion. In this…
Morning DriveHow Media Survives Global Conflict
Sahim Salim, Editor-UAE at Khaleej Times, joins Tim Elliott to analyse how modern newsrooms operate during global conflict. This episode explores the vital…
Morning DriveThe ‘Subscription Trap’ Quietly Draining Your Savings
Independent financial consultant James Thomas joins Tim Elliott on Mira Business FM to expose the silent killers of personal wealth. From ‘zombie’ gym…
Morning DriveDubai Sells 57,000 Homes Despite Global Geopolitical Tensions
Dubai’s property market demonstrates remarkable resilience as transaction volumes soar despite heightening global geopolitical tensions. Ali Siddiqui of…
Morning DriveWhat Happens If Migrant Workers Leave the UAE?
Oxford Economics explores the UAE’s resilient economic framework and its capacity to manage shifting demographic trends. Azad Zangana, Head of GCC…
Morning DriveThe End of Employer Control?
David Mackenzie, Managing Director of Mackenzie Jones Middle East, joins Tim Elliott to scrutinise the shifting power balance in Middle East recruitment. As…
Morning DriveDubai’s Real Estate Resilience Amidst Market Disruptions
Tim Elliott analyses the property landscape with real estate expert Mario Volpi. They scrutinise shifting rental trends, mortgage promises, and how the market…
Morning DriveWhy the UAE Never Runs Out of Food
Hassan Halawy, Group CEO of Elite Agro Holding, joins Tim Elliott to discuss the strategic imperative of food security. Amidst global supply chain disruptions…
Morning DriveUAE Steel Giant Eyes Hydrogen Future
Al Gharbia Pipe Company CEO Noritsugu Mifune joins Tim Elliott to discuss the firm’s strategic expansion into the green hydrogen and CO2 transport sectors…
Morning DriveTurning Waste into Industry Gold at Make It in the Emirates 2026
Sustainability is moving to the core of the UAE’s industrial agenda, as companies are pushed to turn waste into value and localize production. At Make It in…
Morning DriveHow Dubai Keeps Growing Despite the Uncertainties
Dubai is defying global economic trends by operating as "Dubai Inc.," a multi-trillion-dollar corporate entity rather than a traditional city. Luxe…
Morning DriveCan Dubai’s Small Restaurants Bounce Back?
The post-ceasefire landscape has brought a complex set of challenges to Dubai’s independent food scene. Sylvana Sari, the owner of Bobi Bowl, highlights how…
Morning DriveAI Driven Cyber Attacks Escalate: UAE Issues Urgent Warning
As automated digital threats become increasingly sophisticated, businesses in the UAE are facing a new era of AI-powered risk. Cybersecurity expert Stephen…
Morning DriveFrom Tourists to Tenants: Dubai’s Shift to Monthly Stays
New data reveals a structural shift in the UAE property market as traditional holiday bookings decline while flexible monthly stays surge across 550+ units…
Morning DriveWhy Dubai Sounds Different Now
Tim Elliott sits down with Julie Hanse, Director of Partnerships at MassiveMusic, to analyse how sound reflects and influences public sentiment during global…
Morning DriveThe Rise of the Ultra-Mobile Billionaire
As the Knight Frank Wealth Report 2026 identifies a new era of "base-hopping" lifestyles, Youssef Mouallem, Chief Business Officer at Vista, joins Tim…
Morning DriveCan You Actually Land a Job Through LinkedIn?
Tim Elliott sits down with David Mackenzie, Managing Director of Mackenzie Jones Middle East, to reveal what really works on LinkedIn. From hidden networking…
Morning DriveBanks Roll Out Emergency Relief as Cost Pressures Mount
On Mira Business FM’s Morning Drive, independent financial consultant James Thomas joins Tim Elliott to discuss critical new relief measures from local banks…
Morning DriveThe New Mechanics of the Global Gold Standard
Keith Weiner, CEO of Monetary Metals, joins gold expert Jeff Rhodes and Tim Elliott to discuss the 2008 credit collapse and the subsequent birth of a new…
Morning DriveDubai Real Estate Defies Uncertainty
As global markets face interest rate volatility and shifting geopolitical landscapes, Dubai’s property sector continues to demonstrate remarkable strength…
Morning DriveApple’s New CEO: What It Means for the Tech World
Tech journalist Kevin Sebastian speaks with Tim Elliott on Apple Inc.’s recent leadership change. They assess governance priorities, innovation outlook, and…
Morning DriveUAE Breaks from OPEC: What’s Happening Next?
The UAE has announced its historic departure from OPEC, ending a foundational membership dating back to 1967. Robin Mills, CEO of Qamar Energy, joins Tim…
Morning DriveNaia Island: Record-Breaking Dubai Property Sales
Real estate expert Mario Volpi joins Tim Elliott to scrutinise the current forces shaping the Dubai property market. They provide a definitive analysis of…
Morning DriveUAE Camel Milk Demand Surges Amid Food Security Push
As the UAE prioritises national food security, demand for locally produced goods is skyrocketing. Hesham Yehia Abd El Hakim, Acting CEO of Camelicious, joins…
Morning DriveBank Deals Overtake Sukuk in 2026
Islamic finance is undergoing a significant structural evolution as syndicated financing surges by nearly 300 per cent year-on-year, even overtaking US dollar…
Morning DriveAI Co-Workers Are Here and Your Job May Never Be the Same
Alfred Manasseh, Co-Founder and COO of Shaffra, joins Tim Elliott to explore the transformative arrival of AI digital co-workers. They examine how immersive…
Morning DriveDubai's Rental Shift: From Holiday Homes to Long-Term Stays
Luxe Vista Properties CEO Ajay Menon joins Tim Elliott to analyse a significant shift in Dubai’s real estate landscape. As a ‘perfect storm’ of travel…
Morning DriveSMEs Face Pressure from Rising Costs and Uncertain Demand
SMEs are under pressure from rising costs and uncertain demand, but many problems start with numbers leaders are not seeing clearly. Today on Morning Drive…
Morning DriveBahrain Debt and Dubai Real Estate Risks Explained
Azad Zangana of Oxford Economics joins Tim Elliott to discuss the resilience of GCC markets amidst shifting global conditions. The conversation explores how…
Morning Drive17 Year Old Hacks Dubai Traffic with Carpool App
Anvith Yalamanchili, a Dubai student, is gaining attention after building a carpool platform now used by thousands of employees at DAMAC Properties. The idea…
Morning DriveDubai Doubles Down on Branded Beachfront Living
The Dubai property market is witnessing a clear shift towards branded residences, a hybrid model blending luxury hotel services with long-term living. Nick…
Morning DriveGold Rush 2.0
Precious metals expert Jeff Rhodes, Managing Director for Middle East and Asia at Monetary Metals, joins Tim Elliott to discuss the shifting global landscape…
Morning Drive7 Signs You Are on Your Way to Financial Success
Independent financial consultant James Thomas joins Tim Elliott to analyse the viral "seven sentences" currently trending across social media. This…
Morning DriveSaudi Camel Racing Team Secures Breakthrough Podium Finish
Momentum is building in camel racing as a Saudi team secures its best ever finish with a podium result in Oman. Tim Elliott is joined by Omar Almaeena, founder…
Morning DriveThe 3-2-1 Rule: The Secret LinkedIn Engagement Formula
Mackenzie Jones Middle East Managing Director David Mackenzie joins Tim Elliott to reveal the "3-2-1 rule", a tactical blueprint for LinkedIn growth…
Morning DriveHow Dubai SMEs Leverage Business Communities
BCCD CEO Katy Keenan tells Tim Elliott how strategic networking serves as a critical lifeline for Dubai’s SME sector. Amidst shifting market conditions, the…
Morning DriveWill Your Business Survive? A CFO Gives His Take
In an era of economic flux, maintaining a robust balance sheet is paramount for survival. Vipin Sangwan, CFO of the Mira Group, joins Tim Elliott to discuss…
Morning DriveCeasefire Risk: The Legal Stakes of Rebuilding
As a tentative ceasefire takes hold, enterprises are weighing the prospect of rebuilding amidst lingering volatility. Michael Kortbawi, Senior Partner at BSA…
Morning DriveDubai’s AED 501.5 million Apartment Sale
Dubai’s property market makes headlines with a record AED 501.5 million apartment sale. Tim Elliott speaks with real estate expert Mario Volpi to analyse the…
Morning DriveWhere To Next? Maldives Is Back in Demand
As the summer season approaches, UAE travellers are increasingly seeking bespoke, restorative escapes away from rigid holiday schedules. Tim Elliott speaks…
Morning DriveDubai Property Now or Never
Why now is the moment to invest in Dubai real estate. Ajay Menon, CEO of Luxe Vista Properties, joins Tim Eliott to break down market momentum, investor…
Morning DriveDubai’s Art Scene Goes All In
As geopolitical tensions weigh on the Middle East, Alserkal’s Artistic Director, Kevin Jones, tells Tim Elliott why the creative sector is doubling down on…
Morning DriveDubai Turns Parks into Workspaces
Dubai is pioneering a radical shift in urban utility by transforming public parks into high-tech hubs. Omar AlMheiri, Co-founder of Letswork, discusses the…
Morning DriveOman Hotel Revenues Set New Record: Can Tourism Keep Winning?
Oman’s hospitality sector has delivered a record-breaking performance, with annual revenues topping $770 million. The Sultanate has seen a 22 per cent…
Morning DriveUAE Money Checklist: Are You Crisis Ready?
As global uncertainty intensifies, Partner & Senior Investment Strategist at The Michele Carby Practice Payal Trehan joins Tim Elliott to deliver a critical…
Morning DriveHormuz Crisis: Flight Prices and Oil Set to Surge
Tim Elliott speaks with Mirco Neri, Co-Founder and CEO of Anvik Capital, regarding the escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. As supply chain disruptions…
Morning DriveProfit Over People?
Wellbeing coach Chris Miller joins Tim Elliott to analyse the intensifying pressures facing modern business leaders. This episode explores how to safeguard…
Morning DriveDoubling Energy Prices and Rising Inflation: What's Next for Gold?
As regional conflict continues, Monetary Metals’ Jeff Rhodes joins Tim Elliott to discuss the profound lack of clarity currently paralysing global markets…
Morning DriveGhost Jobs: Why Firms Advertise Roles They Won’t Fill
Tim Elliott speaks with David Mackenzie, Mackenzie Jones Middle East Managing Director, about the rise of ‘ghost jobs’, where roles are advertised without a…
Morning DriveWho’s Making Money Out of Your Life?
Tim Elliott is joined by independent financial consultant James Thomas to unpack the hidden costs shaping everyday life. From fees and subscriptions to debt…
Morning DriveEnvironmental Casualties of War
Tensions in the region are not just reshaping geopolitics; they are putting fragile marine ecosystems at risk. Following a recent incident involving an oil…
Morning DriveHow Strong is the UAE Property Market Amidst Global Instability?
Mario Volpi, Senior VP at Allegiance Real Estate, joins Tim Elliott to analyse the UAE’s property sector resilience. They discuss advising international…