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AB Majlis
AB Majlis is an Arabian Business podcast and the ultimate gateway to the latest trends in the GCC
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AB MajlisAI is giving wine experts a run for their money, here's why - In conversation with CityDrinks' CEO
In this episode, Senior Reporter Tala Michel Issa sits down with Dominique Szymura, founder of CityDrinks, to discuss the launch of its AI Sommelier, Genie…
AB MajlisModern day 'patriarchal quientening' according to WILD's Emma Burdett
In this episode, host Tala Michel Issa, senior reporter at Arabian Business, sits down with Emma Burdett, founder of WILD (Women in Leadership Deliver). Emma…
AB MajlisInside the Nissan saga: Carlos Ghosn on power, politics, and persecution
In this exclusive interview, host Tala Michel Issa sits down with Carlos Ghosn, the former Chairman of Nissan and one of the most controversial figures in the…
AB MajlisIs there really a market for 'collector's edition' real estate? In conversation with Dubai's Muhammad Binghatti
In this episode, Muhammad Binghatti, Chairman and Co-founder of Binghatti, sits down with host Tala Michel Issa to discuss Dubai's thriving real estate market…
AB MajlisDeseeding the lemon with Kelly Lundberg & how to make your personal brand work for you
In this episode, host Tala Michel Issa, Senior Reporter at Arabian Business, sits down with acclaimed author and personal branding expert, Kelly Lundberg…
AB MajlisWhy Dubai continues to capitvate tourists globally, according to DET's Hoor Al Khaja
In this special World Tourism day episode, host Tala Michel Issa engages in an insightful conversation with Hoor Al Khaja, Senior Vice President of…
AB MajlisInside Dubai's premium office space boom - In conversation with Brookfield Properties CEO Rob Devereux
In this episode, Senior Reporter Tala Michel Issa sits down with Rob Devereux, CEO of Brookfield Properties and ICD Brookfield, to discuss Dubai's commercial…
AB MajlisMemes, masks, and millions: Shiba Inu's anonymous founders break their silence
In this episode, AB Majlis brings you an exclusive interview with Shytoshi Kusama and Kaal Dhairya, the enigmatic figures behind the Shiba Inu cryptocurrency…
AB MajlisUnderstanding the transformative potential of AI - In conversation with Microsoft's Rima Semaan
SPONSORED - In this episode of AB Majlis with Reporter Nicole Abigael and Rima Semaan from Microsoft, we explore the cutting edge world of artificial…
AB MajlisThe rules of investing - In conversation with HSBC's Basit Saiyed
SPONSORED - Join Senior Reporter Tala Michel Issa as she interviews Basit Saiyed, Head of Investments & Wealth Solutions at HSBC. This episode breaks down the…
AB MajlisExploring the future of the digital landscape beyond payments - In conversation with Mastercard’s J.K. Khalil
SPONSORED - In this episode of AB Majlis, with reporter Nicole Abigael and J.K. Khalil Division President for East Arabia at Mastercard, we explore the…
AB MajlisThe everyday economics of fine dining - In conversation with Gault&Millau UAE's David Constable
In this episode, host Tala Michel Issa, Senior Reporter at Arabian Business, sits down with David Constable, acclaimed journalist, food writer, and editor of…
AB MajlisThe future of money - In conversation with Dr. Saeeda Jaffar
On this episode we explorer the future of money with Dr. Saeeda Jaffar, discussing emerging financial technologies, evolving payment systems and the changing…
AB MajlisThe making of a unicorn - Careem's Bassel Al Nahlaoui reveals the app's recipe for success
In this episode, Arabian Business' Senior Reporter Tala Michel Issa sits down with Careem's Managing Director Bassel Al Nahlaoui to dive into the power of…
AB MajlisCan Saudi's billion-dollar splurge to bring sports legends lift its economy beyond oil? A chat with Jürg Kronenberg of Bain & Co.
Can Saudi Arabia's massive investments in attracting sports legends like Cristiano Ronaldo revive its economy beyond oil? Senior Reporter Tala Michel Issa…
AB MajlisThe case for ethical AI - A chat with Microsoft's Ali Haidar and MBRSG's Dr. Fadi Salem
SPONSORED - The rise of AI brings exciting potential but also raises concerns about responsible use. However, highly advanced countries like the UAE have…
AB MajlisTransforming real estate in Ras Al Khaimah - In conversation with Sameh Al Muhtadi, CEO of RAK Properties
On this episode, the CEO of RAK Properties talks about the latest real estate developments in Ras Al Khaimah. Discover ambitious launch plans, the impact of…
AB MajlisWhy Gulf banks must prioritise SMEs now - In conversation with Zeeshan Khwaja and Naman Sharma of Kearney Middle East
In this episode, Senior Reporter at Arabian Business and Podcast Producer Tala Michel Issa sits down with 2 Partners in Financial Services at Kearney Middle…
AB MajlisThe crypto industry's road to redemption - In conversation with Arushi Goel and Nicola Buonanno of Chainalysis
In this episode of AB Majlis, Senior Reporter Tala Michel Issa sits down with Chainalysis' VP Southern EMEA, Nicola Buonanno, and Policy Lead for Middle East &…
AB MajlisInside Microsoft and M42's mission to change the future of medicine - A chat with Ashish Koshy and Elena Bonfiglioli
SPONSORED - In this episode, experts from Microsoft and M42 provided a glimpse into their groundbreaking collaboration aimed at using AI to transform drug…
AB MajlisLeading the UAE's AI revolution - How Microsoft and e& are shaping the future
SPONSORED - This episode explores how AI is revolutionising the UAE with Dina Al Mansoori, Group Chief AI and Data Officer at e& Group, and Maitha Al Suwaidi…
AB MajlisThe most coveted ingredient on Earth? In conversation with Truffle House Dubai's Mihai Florescu
Truffles have long been revered as one of the most decadent and expensive ingredients in haute cuisine. But what exactly are these mysterious fungi and why do…
AB MajlisDirty money: Inside the $2 trillion underground economy of financial crime - In conversation with EastNets CEO Hazem Mulhim
In this episode, Senior Reporter Tala Michel Issa sits down with EastNets CEO Hazem Mulhim to discuss the shadowy $2 trillion underground economy of financial…
AB MajlisThe world needs more doctors - A chat with Paediatrician Dr. Sarah Rizk
In this alarming look at kids' lives today, pediatrician Dr. Sara Rizk sits down for an interview with Senior Reporter Tala Michel Issa where she reveals how…
AB MajlisAlUla: Unveiling Saudi Arabia's hidden gem with Melanie Dsouza
On this episode we delve into the historical significance of the ancient city, discover the unique blend of tradition and modernity as we explore AlUla's…
AB MajlisExploring digital realities with Megavrse
Join us as we delve into the multifaceted realms of the metaverse with Simon Fletcher, COO and Mojtaba Asadian, Founder & CEO of Megavrse. From virtual…
AB MajlisInside EYWA: The world's most health-conscious building | A chat with real estate moguls Alex Zagrebleny & Ben Bandari
In this episode, Tala Michel Issa, senior reporter at Arabian Business, hosts an insightful discussion on the innovative EYWA residential real estate project…
AB MajlisHow the diamond industry misunderstood itself - In conversation with Fergus James
In this deep dive, Arabian Business Senior Reporter Tala Michel Issa sits down with the founder and CEO of the popular Dubai jewelry brand, Fergus James. James…
AB MajlisIs cryptocurrency the future of money? In conversation with Binance's Alex Chehade
In this episode, Reporter Nicole Abigael explores the ins and outs of the crypto space, from market trends to CZ stepping down, Bitcoin's future potential and…
AB MajlisWhat does it take to build Dubai's most iconic hospitality brand? In conversation with Atlantis President Tim Kelly
With over 155,000 hotel rooms, Dubai's hospitality scene is booming. But how does Atlantis Dubai stand out as a premier luxury hotel brand amid such…
AB MajlisCan BRICS+ dethrone the US dollar? In conversation with geopolitics expert Nicolas Michelon
The January expansion of the BRICS bloc to include several key Middle Eastern nations was widely seen as a major geopolitical development that could reshape…
AB MajlisSocial media is 'poison,' warns top Dubai Plastic Surgeon Dr Dirk Kremer
In this episode, Lisa Amnegard, editor of Arabian Business Traveller, speaks with Dr. Dirk Kremer about the worrying trend of young people trading social media…
AB MajlisStrategy doesn't have to be complicated - In conversation with Kearney's Marc Biosca
In this episode, host and Senior Reporter Tala Michel Issa discusses strategy with Marc Biosca, a partner with global management consulting firm Kearney. The…
AB MajlisStepping into 'Wild Luxury' with R.Evolution's Qasim Mansour
In this episode, R.Evolution's COO Qasim Mansour speaks with Senior Reporter Tala Michel Issa about the developer's novel approach to combining wellness…
AB MajlisNavigating cybercrime's impact on society with Steve Foster
In this episode of AB Majlis, reporter Nicole Abigael dives into the digital landscape in the UAE with Steve Foster. Join us as we unravel the web of…
AB MajlisCan indie beauty brands thrive despite strong competition? CEO of CTZN Cosmetics, Tariq Khan weighs in
With over 30 years working in corporate finance, Tariq Khan made a bold move into the beauty industry by establishing CTZN Cosmetics along with his daughters…
AB MajlisThe unintended consequences of working remotely - in conversation with Justin Kent
In this episode, Senior Reporter Tala Michel Issa sits down with behavioural coach Justin Kent, founder of Hawksby, to discuss the promises and pitfalls of…
AB MajlisNavigating leadership as a woman in a male dominated industry with Rima Mrad
In this empowering episode of AB Majlis, reporter Nicole Abigael delves into the world of leadership with corporate commercial lawyer, Rima Mrad, a woman in a…
AB MajlisLiving the hard way - in conversation with Spartan founder Joe de Sena
Spartan Race founder Joe de Sena sits down with Editor in Chief Matthew Amlot to discuss his philosophy on life - how people should live hard and not take the…
AB MajlisUnravelling the secrets to building a restaurant empire with British chef Jason Atherton
In this episode, Arabian Business Traveller Editor, Lisa Amnegard, sits down with renowned British chef Jason Atherton to uncover his secrets to building a…
AB MajlisIs the Metaverse dead? In conversation with Sam Huber
Is the metaverse truly dead or just entering a new phase?Beneath declining prices and hype, fundamental forces continue shaping the metaverse's future. In…
AB MajlisUnraveling the Psychology of Debt with Carol Glynn
How do our underlying mindsets influence the way we handle money and debt? For this episode, Arabian Business Senior Reporter Tala Michel Issa sits down with…
AB MajlisBehind the business of Dubai real estate with Sam McCone
An enlightening conversation with real estate mogul Sam McCone, diving into what it is like to build and run a business in Dubai. Sitting down with Arabian…
AB MajlisMaking the Leap to Leader with Noona Nafousi
Leading isn't easy - loneliness is top concern among C-level executives in Dubai. Arabian Business' Senior reporter Tala Michel Issa sits down with Dubai-based…