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Breaking the MoldWhy Most People Will Never Be Seen — And How Raj Kotecha Builds Brands That Cut ThroughWhat does it take to build a brand that’s global, rooted, and unmistakably you?In this episode of Breaking the Mold, I sit down with Raj Kotecha — global brand strategist and founder of Creative Content Agency — whose clients include Gary Vee, Tony Robbins, Steven Bartlett, and the Dubai Future Foundation.We talk about identity, influence, and building a brand that cuts through the noise in 2025.Highlights: • Why “being Indian is like winning the lottery” • The generational playbook behind brown excellence • Raj’s season of sleeping...
2025-07-211h 26
Visionary with Dipesh Virji#28: How To Build Your Personal Brand & Why Your Business Needs To Create Content, Raj KotechaIn this episode, I’m speaking with Raj Kotecha - Raj is a global content strategist and brand builder. He has produced and strategized content for the likes of Gary Vee, Jay Shetty, Tony Robbins, and Steven Bartlett. He is an expert at building communities for his clients and has also built an enormous community for himself across Dubai and the UK. Raj is the man behind the Creative Content Agency, a marketing agency designed to help your brand find a voice and home online.We discuss Raj’s journey, how he got to wher...
2024-06-261h 47
ALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAIUnlocking Dubai's Billion Dollar Restaurant & Retail Market with James Poole | ALGO EP 72James Poole is CEO and Founder of Seven Fronds and is responsible for bringing world-class retail and F&B brands like On Running and Gitano to the UAE.
He is also part of the My Friends Your Friends community, so Raj and Vik invited him on to ALGO to learn more about what's enticing huge brands to set up in the Middle East. We also cover what gives these brands the best chance of survival in 2024.
Highlights from our chat with James Poole:
(00:00) Intro
(00:54) What is James Poole’s Background?
(07:31) Where is James Poole Now in 2024?
(10:02) How does James Po...
2024-02-2058 min
ALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAIAI Questions EVERY Business & Employee is Asking in 2024 (Deep Dive) | ALGO EP 71In this episode of ALGO, we have Vik joining us as we dive into the world of AI. From its potential to preserve digital legacies to its impact on company profits, we explore the multifaceted aspects of AI. Plus, learn how to integrate AI into your business and life starting today.
Stay tuned for all this and more, including updates on My Friends Your Friends 20.
Highlights:
(00:00) Intro
(02:46) Where is AI Today & How Should You Think About it?
(14:12) AI could keep people in your business even after they die.
(20:10) Will AI Affect Company’s Bottom Line?
(31:36) What Do People Want to...
2024-02-1149 min
ALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAIEd Sheeran Rocks Dubai, Ali Abdaal Inspires London, MFYF 20 Announced | ALGO EP 70In this episode of ALGO, we have Vik joining us as we dive into a packed agenda, covering everything announcing the My Friends Your Friends 20 Cohosts, to New Year's Eve parties with the best DJs in Dubai, as well as Ed Sheeran's record-breaking ticket sales show in Dubai.
We also discuss the latest TikTok and Universal contract drama, and we can't forget that Apple will start allowing third-party apps onto only the EU app store.
Highlights:
(00:00) Intro
(00:47) MFYF Co-Host list
(17:22) Vik’s 2023 NYE House Party
(19:07) Raj’s 2023 NYE Plans took a complete 180° turn
(21:29) NYE DJ's at Monkey Bar
(26:32) Listening to Vi...
2024-02-031h 21
Exchanging Ideas with Thad CoxThad Cox Podcast: #65 - Exchanging Ideas with Raj KotechaJoin Thad for an inspiring dive into the world of creativity and networking with Raj Kotecha, founder of the Creative Content Agency.
Discover Raj's journey from a family-owned shop to the forefront of content creation and event promotion.
Learn valuable lessons on leveraging AI for content production, the art of networking without an agenda, and the impact of building meaningful relationships.
Whether you're a creative professional, entrepreneur, or just passionate about the power of content and connections, this episode offers actionable insights for thriving in the digital age.
Tune in for an engaging...
2024-02-011h 06
ALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAIRaj Opens Up Like Never Before for Visionary Magazine | ALGO EP 69This special episode of ALGO features Raj answering questions that were used to write the following article for Visionary Magazine.
https://www.visionary-mag.com/post/renaissance-man-raj-kotecha-talks-his-come-up-tech-hip-hop-crazy-encounters-with-fat-joe-and-more
Raj dives into the early days of his first job to the essential life lessons learned from family, exploring the balance of business studies and event promotion. You’ll get to hear the behind-the-scenes story of Raj meeting hip-hop icons DJ Khaled and Fat Joe. Raj also talks about the intersection of hip-hop and tech and the state of the hip-hop scene in the Middle East.
Raj also opens up about the origin of...
2024-01-2921 min
The Ultimate Marketing PodcastDJ, CEO, founder, podcaster, Raj KotechaRaj Kotecha is an internationally recognized content strategist, brand builder and community developer.
After working across the media and music industry for the first decade of his career, Raj took a Directors role with a Califonia-based tech publisher that was acquired by The Guardian Media Group. This exit allowed Raj to focus on Creative Content Agency (CCA), a consultancy he established in 2005 to help market-leading brands adapt to, and leverage, the social networks, video platforms and podcasting apps that have since shaped today's modern content ecosystem.
Now based in the UAE, Raj and the team...
2024-01-1658 min
ALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAIHappy New Year! 2024 SWOT Analysis, JusReign Returns, You + AI - ALGO EP 68In this episode of ALGO, join us as we go on a journey, discussing a lot of different topics from our 2024 New Year's plans, spending Christmas Day in Dubai on a Yacht as well as interesting conversations we’ve recently had with creatives. We also discuss what we believe you should focus on in 2024, weaknesses we need to stop to make our 2024 more productive, and lastly what we believe are the biggest opportunities of 2024. We hope you enjoy this episode and wish you a Happy New Year!
(00:00) Intro
(00:20) Raj & Vik’s New Years Plans
(02:15) Raj’s Conversation with Alv on Exp...
2024-01-0144 min
ALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAIHighlights of 2023, returning to podcasting, Instagram's new features | ALGO EP 67Back to a classic episode format this week as Raj and Vik discuss Instagram leveling up to a marketing technology firm for the masses with split A/B testing, what kept Raj and Vik from recording ALGO for 6 months and their highlights of 2023.
(00:00) Feedback on the SoleDXB Episode
(00:28) Tara Rose Podcast Studio Details
(01:12) What we'll be discussing today
(01:25) Instagram launches Split A/B testing of captions
(07:23) Why Gary Vee, Steven Bartlett and Mr Beast keep changing thumbnails
(10:38) Instagram is making creators level up
(11:53) How split testing can create better brands online
(21:46) Indo Warehouse Dubai show 6th January 2024
(23:50) Scarface Tiny...
2023-12-231h 19
ALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAISole DXB 2023 ft Jadakiss, Busta Rhymes, Ghostface Killah, Big Daddy Kane, DJ Clark Kent - ALGO EP66In this episode of ALGO, Raj, Vik, and special guest Kish sit down to deeeep dive into the incredible world of Sole DXB 2023. From its music programming on stage and celebrations of Arab pride to the incredible value for money and benefits to Dubai - we cover it all in 90 minutes. Massive shoutouts to the team at Sole and all the friends and artists we met. You can check some of the video content on https://www.instagram.com/algo.pod
Highlights include:
(00:00) Intro
(00:53) Sole DXB Overview Breakdown
(01:44) Why Sole is the most important weekend in Dubai
(02:44) Comparing Sole...
2023-12-151h 29
ALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAIAn AI Billionaire Just Blew My Mind | ALGO EP 65In this episode, Raj and Adnan discuss a HUGE set of notes Raj took at Collision Conference, North America's biggest tech conference. Raj spent time with newcomers and billionaires in the tech scene and gathered an insane series of takes on AI and the future of the web, creativity and content.
This is a must-listen for fans of the show and clients of Creative Content Agency.
2023-07-081h 25ALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAIMFYF NYC HIT DIFFERENT | ALGO EP 64In this episode, Alex, Adnan, and I discuss the My Friends Your Friends New York City event, AI tools for events as well as the missing Titanic submarine.
(00:00) Intro
(00:36) MFYF NYC Breakdown
(11:42) AI Tools for events
(14:56) Out & About
(31:02) Missing Titanic Submarine
Connect:
https://www.instagram.com/rajkotecha
https://www.instagram.com/alexchristophe
https://www.instagram.com/adnanbasrai
https://www.rajkotecha.com/
Listen and watch A Lot Going On on all platforms including Spotify, Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Stitcher, and more at https://www.rajkotecha.com/podcast
2023-06-2442 minALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAIThe Case for Space, AI Talk and Insta's CEO | ALGO EP 63In this episode Vik, Adnan and I discuss space travel and its benefits for humanity, the recent video by Instagram's CEO, Adam Mosseri, about how their algorithm works, and of course our new favourite topic, artificial intelligence.
(00:00) Intro
(01:54) Out and about in Dubai
(09:44) The Case for Space - a deep dive into the advantages of space travel
(15:48) Why should people care about space travel
(38:20) A deep dive into Adam Mosseri's video about Instagram's algorithm
(1:02:40) The rise of intelligence through Artificial Intelligence
(1:10:44) How Artificial Intelligence helps an agency work with a client
(1:24:50) Raj's advice for everybody in 2023
Connect:
https://www...
2023-06-121h 30ALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAIDid Open AI Force Google to Play Catch Up? | ALGO EP 62In this episode we deep dive into the emerging two-horse race of Open AI vs Google and discuss strategic 2nd mover advantage, along with how large language models and AI can be placed over narrow data models like your favourite e-commerce site or your business's P&L to give you insights.
(00:00) Intro to Adnan Basrai co-hosting
(01:25) Trying Teff Cookies that were gifted to us
(05:05) Did ChatGPT prompt Google and other tech companies to speed up their innovation?
(08:37) Rapid innovation cycles as a trend (Apple VR headsets, AI, etc)
2023-05-2849 min
Indy and DrABOLISH Indian Circles At Weddings?! | #117This week, Indy & Karan discuss:
00:00 - Intro01:05 - Confessions Of A Married Man: DEBATING The Indian Circle At Weddings09:42 - DJs Make This One Critical Mistake At Desi Weddings12:00 - Giving Pyaar Money To DJs vs Keeping It For The Bride & Groom15:40 - Indy Reminiscing About CDs, DVDs & Tapes26:40 - Answering Q’s About Dating; Values Preferences Between Couples32:35 - Dating Someone In Different Phases Of Life40:08 - I Have A Q: A Knife Dilemma On Your Toast45:19 - Karan Has ANOTHER Wedding Bit To Discuss. Checking Someone’s Nu...
2023-05-251h 22
SEF Backstage Pass#11 Raj Kotecha X Azeem Khan - Digital Gold: Crypto & Evolution of Web3🎙️ Welcome to today's episode of SEF Backstage Pass podcast! 🎧 Joining our host Raj Kotecha in today's episode is Azeem, the Fundraising and Partnerships Lead. Together, they explore the captivating realm of "Digital Gold: Crypto & Evolution of Web3." Discover Azeem's origins and beginnings in the crypto world while unraveling the transformative potential of Web3 and cryptocurrencies. Gain valuable insights into the future of finance and technology in this must-listen episode. Don't miss out on this exciting content! Visit the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival Website : https://sharjahef.com/podcast/ Instagram : @sharjahef
2023-05-2333 minALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAIFull Contact Sports Entertainment | ALGO 61This week Raj is back from London after watching the KSI vs Joe Fournier fight at OVO Wembley. He talks about why the Misfits boxing franchise is genius and his history with some of the people behind the match.
2023-05-1946 min
Tim Marner® Podcast Show#064 Raj Kotecha | Creative Entrepreneur | Tim Marner® Podcast ShowRaj Kotecha is an experienced professional in the field of brand building and community creation through compelling content. With 25 years of experience, he has worked extensively in the media and music industry. In the early stages of his career, Raj held a Director's role at a California-based tech publisher, which was later acquired by The Guardian Media Group.
Following the acquisition, Raj shifted his focus to Creative Content Agency (CCA), a consultancy he founded in 2005. CCA assists market-leading brands in adapting to and leveraging the rapidly evolving landscape of social networks, video platforms, and podcasting apps. Raj...
2023-05-161h 28SEF Backstage Pass#7 Raj Kotecha X Robert Wolcott - Entrepreneurship and Innovation Across Industries🎙️ Welcome to today's episode of SEF Backstage Pass podcast! 🎧Joining our host Raj Kotecha in today's episode is Robert Wolcott, Co-Founder & Chair of Twin Global and Adjunct Professor of Innovation at the University of Chicago. Together, they explore the exciting topic of the future of innovation in a range of industries, such as academics, economics, agriculture, and more. Don't miss out on this exciting content! Visit the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival Website : https://sharjahef.com/podcast/Instagram : @sharjahef
2023-04-2534 minALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAILoving Your Work & ChatGPT Plug Ins | ALGO EP60In this episode, Arjun and I fall into a conversation early on about loving your own work and some of the reasons behind it.
We then talked about the creative process and the role of AI including chat GPT's latest announcements about plug-ins and automation, along with the impact on social media advertising. Enjoy.
2023-04-0846 minALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAIAre We Paying for Verification? | ALGO EP59In this episode, Raj Kotecha and Arjun Shah talk about the shift in verification across Facebook and Twitter and the impact of AI. This episode is more of a deep dive on one subject, but if you work in social, content and brand building, it's a must-watch.
(00:00) Where ALGO has been and introducing Arjun
(10:42) The verification talk starts
2023-04-0357 min
Fail Forward with Adnan & DanEP34 - Mastering Marketing with Raj Kotecha & Vik MorjariaRaj Kotecha and Vik Morjaria are the marketing and branding gurus behind Creative Content Agency. Join us as we delve into their journey from humble beginnings as UK promoters to building, growing and selling multiple successful businesses. We explore their vision for the future, including their core focus on the four P's of marketing - Plan, Promote, Produce, Publish - and their mission to deliver this to the world. Tune in for invaluable insights and lessons learned from their experience working with icons and companies like Russell Peters and Gary Vaynerchuk.Follow Raj and Vik on Instagram.
2023-02-171h 34
ALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAIBIG MICK ENERGY | ALGO EP58On today’s episode of ALGO Vik, Alex and I discuss:
(00:00 Intro
(03:29) The Grammy’s
(07:29) Jay Z's Grammy Performance
(08:23) Harry Styles Performance
(09:09) Mick Jagger comparison
(13:08) Jay Z Grammy Performance Breakdown
(16:30) Beyoncé Breaks Grammy Record
(20:00) Chris Brown Disses Robert Glasper
(23:15) Zoom Lays Off 15% of Employees
(36:58) Google VS Microsoft AI browser
(39:15) LinkedIn AI
(48:51) Sharjah 3-Day Weekends
(51:33) White Men Can't Jump Relaunch
(56:10) Nimesh Patel on Group Chat Podcast
(01:04:50) Lil Yachty A...
2023-02-101h 14ALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAIMr Beast Gives Sight, Facebook Hits 2bn Users | ALGO EP 57This week Raj and Vik are joined by their buddy Sal to discuss the following topics.
(00:00) Intro with Vik & Sal
(02:10) Mr Beast cures 1000 blind people
(13:00) Facebook hits 2bn users
(20:50) 50k Free Flights to Hong Kong
(25:35) Dubai allows express weddings
(31:49) Will Smith announced Bad Boys 4
(45:54) Jay Z Wins in Bacardi Suit
(54:15) Starting from Scratch on DDFD Podcast
(55:50) Phat Tuesdays on Amazon Prime
(57:12) Kyambo "Hip Hop" Joshua on ROAD Podcast
(58:45) KSI: In Real Life
(01:01:00...
2023-02-061h 13ALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAIWHO'S PAYING BLOOMBERG TO ATTACK ELON? | ALGO EP56On today’s episode of ALGO Vik, Alex and I discuss:
(00:00) Intro
(01:30) Morgan Stanley $1mn fine
(11:38) Bloomberg takes shots at Elon Musk
(19:41) Ultra Abu Dhabi Announced
(29:34) Alan Cummings Returns OBE
(50:54) Enky Boys Dad Passes Away
(54:43) Content Recommendations
(1:02:35) Shout Outs
Connect:
https://www.instagram.com/rajkotecha
https://www.instagram.com/vikmorjaria
https://www.instagram.com/alexchristophe
https://www.rajkotecha.com/
Listen and watch TH...
2023-02-031h 04
Kitch and Neeil. Talk, Sport & Business (TSB).Where are you in your content journey? Raj Kotecha from the Creative Content Agency. 31/1/23Raj Kotecha has been in Dubai since 2006 working on creating content for companies, agencies and individuals.His agency, the Creative Content Agency offers training, consultancy and production. https://www.creativecontentagency.com/.Raj joined Kitch and Neeil to discuss his new programme which aims to help you work out, where you are on your content journey? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-01-3118 minALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAILosing Our Viral Virginity | ALGO EP55ALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA - we've gone viral. Earlier this week the wonderful team at Earn Your Leisure posted our Beyoncé in Dubai clip and it got a LOT of views and comments. We talk about that and more.
(00:00) Topics this episode
(02:10) Our Beyoncé clip went viral
(11:26) Will artists do Vegas-style residencies in Dubai?
(13:45) Will Bollywood do residencies in Dubai?
(18:31) Why did Justin Beiber sell his music rights for $200M USD
(35:09) Why is Chinese retailer Shien doing a pop-up store in Du...
2023-01-261h 18ALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAIThe ROI of Beyoncé in Dubai | ALGO EP54On today's episode of ALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA we talk about
(00:00) Intro
(02:04) Beyoncé is cheap at $24m
(09:14) Will the performance sell to Netflix?
(16:00) Why $24m is a low price for Beyoncé
(19:45) Will Royal Atlantis do an annual event?
(23:02) Ashanti, Ja Rule, Fat Joe & Akon Dubai show
(28:35) Reviewing each performance
(42:25) Better ways to use Coca-Cola Arena
(46:28) Usher's Lovers and Friends Las Vegas Show
(49:01) Flo Rida wins $82.6m Damages in Celcius Case
(59:10) Us...
2023-01-231h 44ALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAIApple's VR Headset, WWE in Saudi & Elon Down $200bn || ALGO EP53On today’s episode of ALGO Vik, Alex, and I discuss:
(00:00) Intro
(00:41) Welcome Back Alex
(01:36) Apple VR Headset Announced
(16:34) Elon Musk Loses $200bn
(20:01) Tim Cook’s $49m Pay Cut
(27:54) Will Saudi Arabia Buy The WWE
(38:00) UAE Allow Teenagers to Run Businesses
(50:06) Chris Brown Beats Elvis Presley As Male Singer with Most Gold-Certified Singles
(54:52) Euston shooting
(1:01:50) Content Recommendations:
(1:02:03) Lex Fridman X Mr.Beast
(1:03:46) Rich Roll X Seth Godin
(1:07:00) Ozark
(1:09:01) Why...
2023-01-161h 41
ALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAINew Year, New Name | ALGO EP52It's a new year and a big announcement. The pod has had a change of name!
Chapter Highlights Include:
(00:00) Intro
(03:52) Alex's Nurai Island Trip
(06:17) Our New Years Resolutions
(15:22) New Year, New Name
(17:39) Travis Scott, Lil Uzi Vert Announced for Wireless Abu Dhabi
(25:48) Dubai Axes 30% tax on Alcohol
(33:43) Amazon Lays Off 18K Employees
(39:44) Dubai Announces $8.7 Trillion Economic Plan
(47:10) Ronaldo signing to Al Nassr
(55:30) Today’s Sponsor: Soul Purpose
(56:30) Content Recommendations: Avat...
2023-01-101h 31ALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAIOut & About in Dubai feat Neil Ganatra - The Raj Kotecha Show (ALGO) EP51A crazy week in Dubai and here to break it all down is my cousin Neil Ganatra from Toronto. We talk about Dubai and his thoughts on the creative and business world here. Plus some GREAT food spots and a little news.
2022-12-2635 minALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAISOLEDXB RECAP and 2022 Highs & Lows - The Raj Kotecha Show (ALGO) EP50Use the chapter links to jump to the SOLE review! On today’s episode of ALGO Vik, Alex, and I as well as Sal, Jesal and Kish from the ALGO editorial team discuss.
(00:00) Intro
(01:16) Highs and Lows of 2022
(02:17) Horrible Year for Crypto
(06:51) Bad Year for Streaming Services?
(12:16) Stressful Times in the UK
(18:59) Kanye West 2023 Comeback?
(22:26) The Movie Industry has Smashed 2022
(28:18) Kish’s Charity Walk for The Alzheimer's Society
(28:49) London Music Events are back
(29:55) Qatar World Cup 2022
(36:27...
2022-12-151h 55ALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAILovesoul X Amongst Few X SoleDXB - The Raj Kotecha Show (ALGO) EP49On today’s episode of ALGO Vik, Alex and I discuss:
(00:00) Intro
(02:17) Lovesoul X SoleDXB
(12:31) Elon Musk Announces Big Advertisers back on Twitter
(20:21) Elon Musk’s New AI ChatBot
(25:05) Elon wants to punch Kanye West
(30:15) Our Spotify 2022 Wrapped
(35:44) UAE attracts $2.9bn in Hotel Earnings
(43:41) Kevin Hart Announces New Tour
(49:33) Jay-Z’s $2 Billion Law Suit
(54:32) Switzerland’s 6-1 Loss to Portugal
(56:57) Crazy Dubai World Cup Fan Zone Experience
(1:03:24) UAE National Day
(1:05:01) Shout Out Nimi Mehta...
2022-12-091h 16ALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAIDJ Khaled & Friends Saudi Show, Ye Cancelled, Balenciaga Fallout | The Raj Kotecha Show (ALGO) Ep48In today's episode of The Raj Kotecha Show we cover:
(00:00) Start
(02:30) DJ Khaled Performs in Saudi Arabia
(22:53) SoleDXB this week
(26:56) Ye Cancelled
(38:04) Nike Adidas Cut Production
(46:15) Balenciaga Fallout
(57:37) Personal Boundaries & Policies
(01:08:43) Will Smith on Trevor Noah
(01:18:16) SBF speaks to NYT
(01:21:23) Daniel Priestley on Ali Abdaal Review
(01:24:57) Jason Calacanis on Tim Ferriss
(01:25:43) Colin & Samir Mr Beast & Manager
(01:27:50) Jumeirah at Saadiyat Review
(01:30:33) Hayal at St Regis Downtown
(01:32:44) DP World's Big Tech...
2022-12-041h 46ALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAIMFYF Creative Entrepreneur's Special Recap, Best Food in Dubai - The Raj Kotecha Show (ALGO) EP47Packed episode with just Raj and Vik recorded the day after My Friends Your Friends at Jun's in Dubai.
(00:00) Intro
(02:00) My Friends Your Friends Recap
(03:11) Cohost shout outs
(06:20) Vik on scaling MFYF
(12:18) Team shout outs
(13:15) Food at Jun’s
(16:28) World Cup Unexpected Wins
(19:15) Watch Matches in 2 mins
(20:30) Former Disney CEO Returns
(31:05) Tom Ford sells $2.8bn
(37:40) Louis Vuitton Hotel Paris
(44:30) Diddy Launches Ciroc Yak
(48:48) Hidden Hip Hip Unicorns?
(52:06) Zomato Qu...
2022-11-241h 41ALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAIMy Friend Your Friends, Netflix on Sale, Tech Layoffs, RAK Vegas - The Raj Kotecha Show (ALGO) EP46In today’s episode of ALGO, it is just Alex and I discussing the announcement of the new My Friends Your Friends event happening on the 22nd of November. We also talk about Twitter and Meta laying off massive amounts of staff, and Netflix launching a £4.99/month subscription which comes with ads. Big news out in the UAE with Ras Al Khaimah confirming that the Wynn Hotel Casino will be opening in 2026. Alex and I also give our thoughts on the new Drake x 21 Savage album and Vogue suing them for using fake Vogue Magazine cover to promote their new...
2022-11-1249 minALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAIRIP Takeoff, Elon's Friends Takeover Twitter, Dubai Bling is for..? The Raj Kotecha Show (ALGO) EP45Huge show - just Vik and I this week. We consumed a lot of content and hit some cool spots in Dubai. RIP Takeoff.
(00:00) No Alex
(02:16) Migos Member Takeoff Killed in Houston
25:30 Elon's Friends Join Twitter
33:55 What if Elon saves Twitter? 38:55 Twitter Brand Extention - Maps?
43:33 Twitter Wallet 47:10 Elon is good at consumer
54:50 Matt Hancock on I'm A Celebrity
1:05:25 James Cordon Uses a Ricky Gervais Joke
01:12:00 Marc Andreesen on Aarthi & Sriram Good Times
01:16:10 Chamath Palihapathia on Fixed Income in 15 Podcast
01:17:25 MKBHD on Flagrant with Andrew S...
2022-11-031h 58ALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAIUK CEO Rishi Sunak, Kanye Loses Big Deals & the Future of YouTube - The Raj Kotecha Show (ALGO) EP44On today’s episode of ALGO Vik, Alex and I discuss Rishi Sunak becoming the new Prime Minister of the UK, Youtube launching handles, and Saudi Arabia announcing the lineup for the Soundstorm 2002 music festival. We also discussed the end of Nomad Capitalist's Youtube run and our jam-packed weeks and weekend in Amsterdam & Dubai.
Chapter highlights include:
(00:00) Intro
(01:51) Martin Garrix, Tiesto, James Hype & more in Amsterdam
(12:45) Best Indian Restaurant in Blue Waters
(16:25) Experience on the QE2
(18:19) Vik’s Son Learns how to Surf
(18:43) D...
2022-10-261h 48ALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAIEverything Kanye West, Drake Losing $800K - The Raj Kotecha Show (ALGO) EP43On today’s episode of ALGO Vik, Alex and I discuss Kanye West and everything that’s been going on in his world, Drake losing $800k betting on a football game. We also talk about Giggs speaking on brand deals with new and upcoming artists as well as James Corden getting banned from a New York restaurant.
Chapter highlights include:
(00:00) Intro
(04:05) Out & About in Dubai
(15:13) Everything Kanye West
(38:46) Giggs Blasts Brands on Instagram
(49:16) Drake Loses $800K on Barcelona Match
(52:52) James Cor...
2022-10-191h 26ALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAIJay-Z’s New Investment, MoneyKick’s Attacked in London - The Raj Kotecha Show (ALGO) EP42On today’s episode of ALGO Vik, Alex and I discuss Jay-Z’s brand new investment, MoneyKicks getting attacked during his visit to London, and the 15% drop in MBA applicants. We also discuss what Vik and I have been busy doing in Dubai and what Alex has been up to in Amsterdam.
Chapter highlights include:
(00:00) Intro
(02:17) New News Reporter
(06:00) Out & About in Amsterdam
(10:24) Vik’s Son Wild Cinema Party
(16:52) Xclusive Yachts Boat Cruise
(21:12) Secret Parties Brunch At The Taj
(26:13) Terrible Time at Nammos...
2022-10-141h 26ALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAIElon's Robot, 50 Cent in Dubai, Russell Peters in The Netherlands - The Raj Kotecha Show (ALGO) EP41On today’s episode of ALGO Vik, Alex and I discuss 50 cent’s concert in Dubai, Russell Peters in The Netherlands, and Inay, Vik’s son’s birthday. We also discuss Serato’s stem separation, Elon Musk launching his robot, and Kim Kardashian paying an SEC fine of 1.3 million dollars.
Chapter highlights include:
00:00 Intro
05:17 50 Cent at Coca-Cola Arena
19:03 Russell Peters in The Netherlands
25:32 Serato’s new Stem Separation
44:18 Huspy Recognised at 2022 Leaders in Fintech Awards
53:25 Wynn Hotel is coming to RAK
1:05:14 Twitter...
2022-10-071h 41ALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAIElon's Robot, 50 Cent in Dubai, Russell Peters in The Netherlands - The Raj Kotecha Show (ALGO) EP41On today’s episode of ALGO Via, Alex and I discuss 50 cent’s concert in Dubai, Russell Peters in The Netherlands, and Inay, Vik’s son’s birthday. We also discuss Serato’s stem separation, Elon Musk launching his robot, and Kim Kardashian paying an SEC fine of 1.3 million dollars.
Chapter highlights include:
(00:00) Intro
(05:17) 50 Cent at Coca-Cola Arena
(16:26) Inay’s Birthday
(19:03) Russell Peters in The Netherlands
(25:32) Serato’s new Stem Separation
(44:18) Huspy Recognised at 2022 leaders in Fintech Awards
(53:25) Wynn Hotel is coming to RAK
2022-10-061h 41ALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAIRIP Coolio, Masks Off, Palm Jebal Ali Back On! The Raj Kotecha Show (ALGO) EP40Alex is off this week so our good friend Jesal is jumping in. It's a great episode, especially if you love 90's hip hop!
(04:30) Vik's upcoming radio spot for International Podcasting Day
(05:58) Raj is in Zanzibar (again)
(08:04) No more masks in Dubai
(13:36) The Palm Jebal Ali is Back // Pricing in Oversupply
(22:50) Coolio Passes Away Age 59
2022-09-301h 09ALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAIPound Down, Pod Up - The Raj Kotecha Show (ALGO) EP39On today’s episode of ALGO Vik, Alex and I discuss where we’ve been for the past 8 weeks and why we haven’t put out a new podcast. We dive into the Great British Pound hitting a 37-year low, and the Queen's passing. We also discuss Stormzy’s new music video, LL Cool J going off on AKADEMIKS, Kanye west leaving GAP, and more.
Chapter highlights include:
00:00 Intro
02:22 Where We All Are
07:47 Why We Didn't Record A Podcast Over Summer
08:22 Ireland Trip
11:04 Raj in Bali
2022-09-261h 37ALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAICommunity Building, Music and Investing - The Raj Kotecha Show (Bali Q&A) EP38In this episode I answer questions submitted on Instagram during my vacation in Bali.
(01:26) How to create a community
(04:46) Meeting for a cigar
(05:55) How Raj developed his taste in music
(10:25) How is Raj so Sexy (lol)
(10:53) Red Pill vs Blue Pill (UK Politics)
(12:02) Raising money as a creator vs a business
(14:55) Biggest changes Raj has seen in Dubai
This show is also on Spotify, Apple Podcast, YouTube or anywhere you hear podcasts - for links visit http://www.rajkotecha.com/podc...
2022-07-1017 min
ALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAIRecap of Raj’s Birthday Party, Highlights of this year - The Raj Kotecha Show (ALGO) EP37On today's episode of ALGO Vik, Alex and I discuss my birthday party, our favorite highlights from the last year and we talk about how our community in Dubai has had a real and positive impact on our lives.
This is the last episode of ALGO that we will record in person together, as we leave Dubai for the summer, so we also get into the future plans for ALGO.
Chapter highlights include:
00:00 Intro
01:37 Recap of Raj’s Party
36:27 Alex’s 2022 Highlights
51:16 Vik’s 2022 Highli...
2022-06-281h 27ALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAIRaj’s HUGE Dubai Birthday Party, TikTok Photos, New Drake Album - The Raj Kotecha Show (ALGO) EP36On today's episode of ALGO Vik, Alex, and I discuss my birthday party AKA the biggest party of the year, TikTok going head to head with Instagram by allowing photos to be posted, Snoop Dogg’s collaboration with Eminem for Bored Ape Yacht Club at NFT NYC, Pharrell becoming the chief brand officer for doodle NFT, as well as Cristiano Ronaldo signing a multi-year NFT deal with Binance.
Chapter highlights include:
00:00 Intro
02:38 Raj’s Birthday Party in Dubai
12:15 TikTok Launches Photos
21:28 Why some people didn't get the invite...
2022-06-251h 35ALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAIRaj’s Party June 25, MFYF London, Adidas X Ravi Collab- The Raj Kotecha Show (ALGO) EP35On today’s episode of ALGO Vik, Alex and I discuss my party happening on June 25th at 1life in D3, as well as a recap of my UK trip which includes a MFYF London recap and more. We also discuss the Adidas X Ravi collaboration and some content recommendations.
Chapter highlights include:
00:00 Intro
02:20 Manchester Recap
04:29 London Recap
14:33 Soho Radio Show
17:04 MFYF London
20:08 Flashback Party
21:06 Shout out to the family
22:03 Beats Theory Radio Show
25:03 Vik Out & About in Duba...
2022-06-1747 minALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAI48 Hours in Manchester, EU Exposing Algorithms, IG’s New Layout - The Raj Kotecha Show (ALGO) EP34On today’s episode of ALGO Vik, Alex, and I discuss my crazy 48 hours in Manchester as well as my quick visit to Leicester and my past few days in London. We also discuss Andreessen Horowtiz’s $4.5 billion Web3 fund, Instagram’s new layout, and the EU exposing algorithms.
Chapter highlights include:
00:00 Intro
5:16 48 hours in Manchester
6:11 Visiting Old Trafford
8:00 Russell Peters Performs at the Manchester Apollo
9:26 DJ Starting From Scratch Dance Hall Jam
14:30 A Night Out With Alingon Mitra
15:22 48 Hours in Mancheste...
2022-05-291h 24ALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAINew Content Bootcamp, Elon’s Latest Interview & Ads on Netflix - The Raj Kotecha Show (ALGO) EP33In today's episode of ALGO Vik, Alex, and I discuss the launch of our Creative Content for Brand Building Bootcamp, Elon Musk on the All-In podcast, the CEO of Instagram doing a ted talk, and Netflix potentially introducing adverts in Q4 of 2022.
Chapter highlights include:
00:00 Intro
00:58 Creative Content for Brand Building Workshop and Bootcamp
8:19 Spencer lodge’s birthday dinner
19:16 Raj’s UK Plans
23:44 Will Netflix Introduce Advertising?
43:15 Instagram’s New Update
52:39 Instagram CEO, Adam Mosseri’s Ted Talk
1:17:31 Elon Musk on the...
2022-05-201h 23ALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAIMy Friends Your Friends Rocked, Russell & Maroon 5 Sell Out - The Raj Kotecha Show (ALGO) EP32On today's episode of ALGO Vik, Alex, and I discuss the return of My Friends Your Friends, Russell Peters selling out Dubai, Maroon 5 in Abu Dhabi, and Elon’s Twitter deal being on hold.
Chapter highlights include:
00:00 Intro
1:27 The Return of My Friends Your Friends
18:34 Neil’s work experience
25:52 Russell Peters sells out Dubai
38:39 Taco Stars
40:10 Maroon 5 in Abu Dhabi
47:33 Creative content workshop
48:29 Elon’s Twitter Deal on Hold
52:06 Are #Hashtags Dead?
59:15 Instagram Launches NFT’s
1...
2022-05-161h 20ALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAISuperDrake Should Have Saved Chappelle - The Raj Kotecha Show (ALGO) EP31Another great episode of ALGO. Check out the highlights below for everything we spoke about.
Chapter highlights include:
00:00 INTRO
2:34 ALEX IS BACK
5:20 NEPHEW BOYS NIGHT
10:45 BAR DU PORT
13:29 AQUAFUN
16:14 BEST PIZZA PLACES IN DUBAI
19:15 PAVILION AT THE BEACH (JBR)
23:20 AQUAVENTURE
26:42 MAISAN 15
28:23 DELIVEROO DRIVER COMPENSATION
38:00 DAVE CHAPPELLE ATTACKED
46:36 DRAKE'S $400M UNIVERSAL DEAL
1:03:07 MY FRIENDS YOUR FRIENDS CO-HOSTS
1:08:02 CCA BOOTCAMP
1:09:06 CONTENT RECOMMENDATIONS
1:09:27 GARYVEE ON...
2022-05-061h 29ALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAIMY FRIENDS YOUR FRIENDS Returns, Elon Buys Twitter, Tech CEO's - The Raj Kotecha Show (ALGO) EP30Another great episode of ALGO. Check out the highlights below for everything we spoke about.
Chapter highlights include:
(00:00) INTRO
(01:38) OUT & ABOUT IN DUBAI
(01:50) PIZZAS AT AKIBA DORI
(07:33) RUSH RACING
(10:12) SMASHING PLATES AT OPA
(15:35) NEWS FROM THE WEEK
(15:46) MY FRIENDS YOUR FRIENDS IS BACK
(17:12) CREATIVE CONTENT FOR BRAND BUILDING COURSE ANNOUNCEMENT
(20:06) ELON ACTUALLY BUYS TWITTER
(27:20) CONTENT RECOMMENDATIONS
(27:33) BRIAN ARMSTRONG'S INTERVIEW ON THE ALL-IN PODCAST
(30:23) SUNDAR PICHAI'S INTERVIEW AT STANFORD UNIVERSITY
(34:55) SOLE DXB DATES ANNOUNCED
(36:04) SHOUT OUTS
(38:31) UPDATE ON ALEX'S KNEE
REGI...
2022-04-2940 minALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAIDubai's Visas & Q4 Predictions, Netflix Screwed, Spotify's Future - The Raj Kotecha Show (ALGO) EP29Today Vik and I discuss Dubai's biggest visa overhaul and how we think that will impact Dubai in Q4, Netflix's share price crashing and why you should keep an eye on Spotify. We also give you our (mostly musical) content recommendations for the week and Vik eats a burger.
Chapter highlights include:
00:00 INTRO
01:01 WE GOT GUILT BURGER
02:57 OUT & ABOUT IN DUBAI
03:09 MONKEY BAR DUBAI REVIEW (25HOURS HOTEL ONE CENTRAL)
10:17 SECRET RESTAURANT SOFT LAUNCH
14:59 RAJ IS OK WITH MOTOR CITY
19:13 SPOTIFY: HOW AND WHY TO PAY ATTENTION
34:35 NETFLIX GETTING CR...
2022-04-221h 17ALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAIElon Musk wants all of Twitter, Real Estate Data & Tacos - The Raj Kotecha Show (ALGO) EP28This week Vik and I discuss the Dubai Land Department offering transparency on its data, a superb tech event we attended, WeCrashed from Apple TV, Elon Musk's bold offer to buy Twitter and Vik's adventures on the World's Largest Inflatable Water Park. We also check in with Alex to see how his recovery is going.
Chapter highlights include:
00:00 INTRO
01:05 OUT & ABOUT IN DUBAI
01:19 AQUAFUN
05:27 TACO STARS
09:08 NEOS & AL HALLAB RESTAURANT
13:26 NEWS FROM THE WEEK
13:32 DUBAI LAND DEPARTMENT SHARES DATA
20:05 ELON MUSK'S TWITTER OFFER
34:30 UPDATE ON THE 4PS CON...
2022-04-1553 minALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAIWe Ate Dubai, Heading to London & Bali, Elon Musk Buys Twitter - The Raj Kotecha Show (ALGO) EP27This week Vik and I sit down to discuss the insane amount of restaurants we visited because we've had family in town. Also a huge coffee and dessert controversy at Sushi Samba, Alex getting his knee operated on, Raj's plans to visit London and Bali and Elon buying a huge stake in Twitter.
2022-04-121h 12ALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAITahir Majithia: Dubai Real Estate Icon Generating Millions on TikTok - The Raj Kotecha Show EP26Tahir Majithia is an icon in Dubai Real Estate and one of the most recognised faces on social media. In this episode, he sits down with Raj Kotecha and Vik Morjaria to discuss how he built such a huge following online and what was the moment he decided to go all in. He also discusses how he would start his career on social media today and the feeling of being recognised after such impressive social media growth.
00:00 Start
1:25 Who is Tahir Majithia?
5:24 How did content help Tahir Majithia?
10:58 What mo...
2022-04-0959 min
ALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAISleep Well Beautiful Maya - The Raj Kotecha Show (ALGO) EP25An incredibly tough episode as this week we lost Maya, Raj’s cat suddenly. The first 15 minutes or so covers that for the many people that knew her or followed her on Raj’s Instagram. After that, we’re covering all the big moments of the week.
Chapter highlights include:
00:00 SCENE ZERO
00:37 MAYA'S PASSING
16:29 OUT & ABOUT IN DUBAI
28:37 EXPO CLOSING PARTY
40:27 WILL AND CHRIS MEDIA FALL OUT
44:34 ALEX'S KNEE
48:50 CONTENT RECOMMENDATIONS
1:00:28 SHOUTOUTS
Connect:
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2022-04-031h 15
ALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAIWill Slaps Chris: Violence, Mental Health, Honor, Body Image & The Media - The Raj Kotecha Show EP24This moment opens up an ugly can of worms about the lives and pressures of men across all levels of achievement and socio-economic backgrounds. Will Smith slapping Chris Rock at the Grammy's 2022 is about pressure, body image, PR spin and so much more. We discuss it here in an emergency podcast.
00:00 Welcome
00:13 Why we made this episode
00:45 The level of violence
03:04 Reactions
05:50 What did Chris Rock almost say?
08:53 A huge Mental Health moment
11:21 What is Will Smith going through?
13:55 Will told "Women brin...
2022-03-2836 minALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAIExpo Ends, New Instagram Feeds, UK Inflation - The Raj Kotecha Show (ALGO) EP23In today's episode of The Raj Kotecha Show, we have Alex and Vik on for ALGO (A Lot Going On). Below are some of the rapid-fire things we speak about.
0:00 SCENE ZERO
2:41 OUT & ABOUT IN DUBAI
4:05 RAJ AND VIK ON HOSTMASTERS
9:01 @KISHMEISTER PODCAST PREVIEW
21:05 INSTAGRAM UPDATES ITS FEED
26:24 UK INFLATION
37:56 EXPO COMING TO A CLOSE
47:28 CONTENT RECOMMENDATIONS
Connect:
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https://www.instagram.com/vikmorjaria
https://www.instagram...
2022-03-261h 02ALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAIInstagram Bans Kanye, Sadhguru & Steve Harvey Interviews - The Raj Kotecha Show (ALGO) EP22In today's episode of The Raj Kotecha Show, we have Alex and Vik and a special guest on for ALGO (A Lot Going On). Below are some of the rapid-fire things we speak about.
00:00 SCENE ZERO
00:59 INTRO TO @KISHMEISTER \
03:21 OUT & ABOUT IN DUBAI
05:17 TRAVI'S DJ SET AT WESLODGE
08:06 ART DUBAI & WORLD ART
16:16 WILL NFT'S TAKEOVER?
21:04 4PS CONTENT STRATEGY UPDATE
23:54 EVENTS & LONDON TRIP
28:14 KANYE SUSPENDED FROM INSTAGRAM
36:38 HOW LONG WILL KANYE STAY RELEVANT?
43:35 CONTENT RECOMMENDATIONS
46:01 SADHGURU'S...
2022-03-2059 min
ALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAIRussell Peters Smashes Dubai, Batman and Crypto Goes Legal - The Raj Kotecha Show (ALGO) EP21In today's episode of The Raj Kotecha Show, we have Alex and Vik on for ALGO (A Lot Going On). Below are some of the rapid-fire things we speak about.
00:00 SCENE ZERO
01:42 RUSSELL PETERS
08:55 ALINGON MITRA
11:44 THE BATMAN MOVIE
19:55 VENUE MEETINGS
23:17 INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY
26:39 UAE & US CRYPTO LAWS
35:08 INSTAGRAM CREATOR LABS
41:05 CONSULTING TWEET
47:14 CONTENT RECOMMENDATIONS
Connect:
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2022-03-1155 minALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAIBack on the Celebrity Train - The Raj Kotecha Show (ALGO) EP20In today's episode of The Raj Kotecha Show, we have Alex and Vik on for ALGO (A Lot Going On) - It’s Vik’s Birthday and we lost one camera for 20 mins but it’s still a packed episode with even more pictures and videos from our week working with Spencer Lodge, Lewis Howes, Steven Bartlett, and many others. Below are some of the rapid-fire things we speak about.
00:00 START
00:59 VIK'S BIRTHDAY
05:21 BIG EVENTS WEEK
11:56 MEETING STEVEN BARTLETT
16:43 MEETING LEWIS HOWES
19:49 SPENCER LODGE SMASHE...
2022-03-0550 minALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAIWe Were Out A Lot This Week - The Raj Kotecha Show (ALGO) EP19In today's episode of The Raj Kotecha Show, we have Alex and Vik on for ALGO (A Lot Going On) - below are some of the rapid-fire things we speak about.
00:00 WE GOT GIFT'S
1:57 PAPA DEBRIEF
3:25 THE WEALTH ROOM
9:00 TAHIR MAJITHIA INTERVIEW
12:57 GEEKS IN A BAR
17:26 SONAL'S INTERVIEW
20:06 AMONGST FEW BBQ
23:09 UPDATE ON THE 4P'S
Connect: https://www.instagram.com/rajkotecha
https://www.instagram.com/vikmorjaria
https://www.instagram.com/alexchristophe
https://www.rajkotecha.com/
...
2022-02-2825 min
ALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAIHow I Built My Friends Your Friends - The Raj Kotecha Show EP18This video is a recording of a conversation where Josephine Kenyon-Blair an events organizer in Dubai asks Raj questions about building the My Friends Your Friends community and his experience over the last 2 decades in the event industry.
Some highlights include:
00:00 Start
2:04 Raj on finding his Dubai tribe
7:44 My "why" for starting MFYF
11:56 Do events concepts have to be based on common interests?
15:39 Keeping My Friends Your Friends relevant in Dubai
18:00 How do you deal with the transience of Dubai?
28:13 How to...
2022-02-2141 minALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAILovesoul Big Party, Russell Peters In Dubai, Dre's Super Bowl - The Raj Kotecha Show (ALGO) EP17In today's episode of The Raj Kotecha Show, we have Alex and Vik on for ALGO (A Lot Going On) - below are some of the rapid-fire things we speak about.
00:00 What is ALGO?
1:02 Lovesoul Party Smashed It
3:54 NFT DJ collab with @1800.weirdo
4:46 Getting Micros Out on Time 7
:13 Schedule Then Reschedule
9:12 Russel Peters in Dubai
10:27 Update on Notion
11:48 Update on the 4P's
14:35 Nana's Whiskey Night
15:54 Responses to the Gift Boxes
18:14 Papas Photos
19:54 Amongst Fe...
2022-02-1928 min
ALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAIRaj Kotecha on "Thinking Like a Brand" feat. Sheikh Dr Majid Al Qassimi - The Raj Kotecha Show EP16This episode contains the audio from The Start Up Grind event "Think Like a Brand" hosted at the Dubai International Finacial Center (DIFC). Raj was given his choice of moderator so he choose his friend the incredible Sheikh Dr. Majid Al Qassimi, founder of Finyal Media, a multifaceted entrepreneur that understands the media space incredibly well.
To connect:
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2022-02-1532 minALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAIBig Gary Vee Week in Dubai, Raj's IG Massacre and Lovesoul's Comeback - The Raj Kotecha Show (ALGO) EP15In today's episode of The Raj Kotecha Show - we're trying a new format - A Lot Going On (ALGO)
00:00 Start
00:10 Why ALGO?
02:40 Big Gary Vee Week
09:51 Lovesoul's Comeback
13:04 Venue x MFYF turns 5
15:00 Notion
16:09 Rest Ethic vs Work Ethic
18:10 Vik making content
20:41 Our focus for '22 / 4PS
22:25 Raj's IG massacre
28:25 Gift Boxes
30:05 Raj's Day to Day
2022-02-1235 min
ALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAIEmergency Pod: Lovesoul Are Back! - The Raj Kotecha Show EP14https://www.rajkotecha.com/lovesoul - hit the link now for free entry to the Valentine's Disco at PAPA Dubai featuring The Lovesoul DJ's. In this episode Raj and Vik explain the origins of Lovesoul and what to expect if you plan on attending.
00:00 Start
00:56 The Origin of The Lovesoul DJs
01:54 Vik DJing again and a Gig Overview
02:35 9 bars in one venue
04:38 The style of music Lovesoul play
05:56 Raj will be super available
07:02 It's not a singles party (but there's plenty of them)
2022-02-0612 min
ALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAICROSSOVR Collective: Why Hip Hop Loves Dubai & Lil' Wayne Collabs - The Raj Kotecha Show EP13Joining me today are Steph and Walt from the US content agency CROSSOVR Collective. They work across sports and entertainment and have collaborated with Lil Wayne, NFL, NBA stars, and the Drew League. Steph and Raj go back nearly 20 years and so you'll hear the origin story of how they met when Raj was getting his bag searched in New York City. The guys also talk about name image and likeness rights for college football and basketball stars, as well as the perception of Dubai across the hip-hop culture and black America.
Connect with ev...
2022-02-011h 06
ALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAIJon Howell: Shares A MASTERCLASS in B2B Content Strategy - The Raj Kotecha Show EP12Jon Howell is a niche podcaster whose early investment in creating content allowed him to navigate two super destructive cyclones heading right towards his business. As founder and CEO of AviaDev, an aviation conference that focuses on creating flight paths between African countries, Covid literally tried to wipe out not only his industry (events) but the already fragile community he served (travel in Africa).
How this man navigated this time is nothing short of a miracle, starting with a podcast he created several years before the pandemic.
Jon is also a former colleague as his b...
2022-01-121h 27ALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAIShaan Coelho: Former VaynerMedia Exec on Curiosity & Culture - The Raj Kotecha Show EP11Shaan Coelho is the founder of 3RBTS (3 Rabbits), a specialist consulting firm focused on revenue, operations and culture for growing agencies. A true digital nomad, Shaan has lived across the US, Europe and Asia since leaving VaynerMedia, an agency set up by marketing super force Gary Vaynerchuk. He talks about the early days of the agency, expanding to London and LA, lessons learned and how that shapes his current approach as a self consultant.
Follow Shaan at http://www.instagram.com/shaanjcoelho
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Watch th...
2022-01-0336 min
ALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAIClayton Peters: Russell Peters Mastermind Manager - The Raj Kotecha Show EP10Clayton Peters is the Manager and big brother of Canadian stand-up comedy icon Russell Peters. He joins Vik and I today on The Raj Kotecha Show (also available on Apple Podcast, Spotify and all podcast apps). Clayton has long been a mentor of mine and I'm super happy to share, for the first time, a glimpse of the conversations we've been having in private since 2006. I outline all the big subjects we speak about in the first 90 seconds of this pod.
I highly recommend checking this podcast out in video form here https://youtu.be/r2HtJ8Bjj...
2021-10-221h 31
ALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAIMazzi - 20 years at Def Jam, the Hov era and what Hip Hop gave America - The Raj Kotecha Show EP09We're joined by Def Jam and S.O.U.L Purpose's Mazzi - a music industry exec, musician, philanthropist, b-boy, activist and global citizen. A dear friend of mine for many years. Some of the highlights in this episode:
- Keys to a long career
- How Mazzi avoided drink and drugs
- Working for Jay Z when he was President of Def Jam
- Coming up in the game with Mos Def and Talib Kweli
- What Hip Hop Gave America & the business world
- The Lox Verzuz Dipset
Th...
2021-09-2850 min
ALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAILiterally Anika Done Good - The Raj Kotecha Show EP08Anika Morjaria (aka Literally Anika) is a former travel vlogger turned personal trainer (and a protege of mine). She's travelled the world, worked with brands and met some incredible people... and then she quit. You'll hear this story from its beginning, including the ups and downs. We leave no stone unturned on the grueling hours, anxiety and Anika's need to be honest about what value she was really creating for her ever-growing following.
You'll also hear the origin story of My Friends Your Friends, including why I created it and what its former name was (spoiler, I lik...
2021-07-2954 min
ALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAIWet Wood & Beaver Patting (Podcaster Mistakes To Avoid) - The Raj Kotecha Show EP07This is the podcast that content folks told me not to release, but I'm sure once you listen it'll make sense. I've helped produce hundreds of podcasts, I've also been interviewed on many podcasts and now I'm releasing my own (again). As a result, I've probably seen podcasting not work more times than I've seen it work, especially for new podcasters.
And the number one reason comes down to the content creators' perception of what will be valuable and what format to present the content in. So I'll break down two podcaster mistakes to avoid, "wet wood"...
2021-07-0419 minALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAIMy Biggest Mistakes & Inspirations (Listener Questions) - The Raj Kotecha Show EP06We all fk up and we all get inspired to do better. In this episode, I'm asked about my biggest mistakes (thanks Ali) and my biggest inspiration (thanks Joel). Vik and I riff on this subject for a bit whilst trying to avoid Domino's reprogramming our hungry minds - they've moved in and there's nothing I can do about it. And we end this short episode with a few words from our dear friend DJ TJ. This is a good short episode.
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2021-06-2217 min
ALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAIMY BIRTHDAY, YOUR BIRTHDAY (BUT, WHY?) - The Raj Kotecha Show EP05By the time you read this, the guestlist for my birthday this Friday in Dubai will be full and closed. So, we decided to record a special episode and send it directly to our wonderful friends and family coming. We talk about the birthday party with support from Makers Mark, how Birthday parties take a social nosedive after 30 (for most) and why I started, and keep, celebrating birthdays. There's a lot of stories in this one and some great insights on how I built my brand thanks to this flagship event. A killer episode, seriously one of my favourites. Let u...
2021-06-2117 min
ALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAIRitesh Shah - The Father Of Flashback Turns 50 - The Raj Kotecha Show EP04HAPPY 50TH BIRTHDAY RITESH SHAH! In this VERY special episode, I'm introducing you to such a key important figure in my DJing career and a HUGE accelerant to the Lovesoul brand when Vik and I were DJing together. Ritesh Shah is based in London and the founder of Flashback, a night that started 20 years ago (9th June 2001). He also celebrates his 50th birthday on June 11th 2021, and we recorded this episode on June 10th, right in between these two key dates.
We talk about why he created this night around a love for people and music, the ch...
2021-06-1155 min
ALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAIConfidence Issues - Mental Models To Understand And Overcome Them - The Raj Kotecha Show EP03I wanted to speak about confidence and some mental models you can use to repair them or reduce their impact on your life. I'm well known for my confidence and some of the things it's brought me. But what's less known is the essence of that confidence and how I've framed it for those that suffer from confidence issues. Wherever you are on that spectrum, you'll find at least one of the perspectives here useful.
Disclaimer: I haven't trained in mental health in any formal capacity and I'm certainly not a therapist, but try to apply at leas...
2021-06-0636 min
ALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAIThe Ultimate Way To Deal With Imposter Syndrome - The Raj Kotecha Show EP02The question "How do you deal with imposter syndrome?" came in via Instagram and so I decided to answer it. We talk about not only feeling imposter syndrome but also sometimes causing it. Vik dives into some of his imposter syndrome moments and the idea about "deserving" something good. You'll also hear stories about meetings with former Zappo's CEO Tony Hsieh (RIP), Gary Vaynerchuk, Busta Rhymes' on-stage co-pilot Spliff Star and we even talk about life post imposter syndrome. Enjoy our first ever truly meaty episode of The Raj Kotecha show and show us love on the DM - beca...
2021-06-0435 min
ALGO: A LOT GOING ON WITH RAJ KOTECHA | THE NO1 PODCAST IN DUBAIA £2000 Cheque From Russell Peters + 15 Years = This Podcast - The Raj Kotecha Show EP01In this first episode, Vik and I are trying to justify why we have assigned ourselves even more unpaid work by starting another podcast and correct a Russell Peters story which I have probably mistold on every interview I've ever given. Overall, a reasonable start.
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2021-05-3022 min
Indy and DrEpisode 13 | Raj KotechaRaj Kotecha is a marketer, DJ and events promoter. He is the CEO of Creative Content Agency, a business founded in 2006 which makes videos and podcasts for businesses and celebrities. He is the founder of numerous other brands. Examples include My Friends Your Friends, the creator of VaynerWorld with Gary Vaynerchuk, and he is the podcast host from the show "Other People's Podcast" with Fatman Scoop.
Indy, Karan & Raj discuss issues such as his journey to where he is today, how life was different in the 1990s, 2000s and 2010s for an entrepreneur, why entrepreneurship is so fashionable now, the...
2021-04-061h 58
Round Pegs Square Holes PodcastLive Interview - Fatman Scoop, Raj Kotecha and Timothy Fare-Matthews - Making NoiseRaj is a local Dubai Entrepreneur, he's a Speaker, DJ, Producer and CEO of Creative Content Agency and also founder of My Friends Your Friends, connecting business owners in Dubai. He’s been in the creative game for 20 years, and he runs a content creation agency that helps create and facilitate content for business to business brands. Fatman Scoop is a two time Grammy Award winning recording artist, promoter and radio personality. He has done over a 100 live shows all across the world, from club shows to major tours. After the hit of the pandemic, travel hit a stop fo...
2021-01-101h 00
Africa Hotel Investment Forum (AHIF) PodcastEp 58: Yemisi Mokuolu CEO of Hatch Ideas and Founder of the Asa Baako Music FestivalIn this podcast focused on #myAfrica we spoke to Yemisi Mokuolu CEO of Hatch Ideas and founder of the Asa Baako music festival in Ghana. We explored what Africa meant to her through her work and the founding of this growing music festival. We discussed how this particular venture has developed into an event that is regenerating the local community through travel and tourism and how, now, the need has developed into the potential of investing in hotels for the area.
2020-07-2012 min
The Reddy Fox ShowEpisode 0023: Raj KotechaReddy speaks with Raj Kotecha (CEO of Creative Concept, DJ and podcaster) about the changing global landscape; adapting your hustle during a pandemic; the importance of meditation and more!
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2020-07-191h 03Africa Hotel Investment Forum (AHIF) PodcastEp 57: Hala Matar Choufany, President-Middle East, Africa and South Asia, HVSIn this podcast, we discussed with Hala Matar Choufany the President ME/Africa and South Asia for HVS the results of their recent survey on the Africa Traveller & Hotel Guest Sentiments. We discussed the main findings of the survey and how this will impact travel activity going forward for Africa.
2020-07-1411 min
Health, Wealth and Happiness#14: The Hustlers Mindset - Raj KotechaFrom selling sweets and handing out flyers to working with the likes of Fatman Scoop, Gary Vaynerchuk, Russel Peters and the Wu-Tang Clan. Raj Kotecha shares with us what early 90s hip hop and Harlem taught him about business today.
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2020-07-1443 minAfrica Hotel Investment Forum (AHIF) PodcastEp 56: Mary Gostelow, Owner and Editor of the Gostelow ReportIn this AHIF podcast, we thought we’d turn the tables and ask the questions to Mary Gostelow, Owner and Editor of the Gostelow report, columnist and Editor of www.girlahead.com. A fascinating discussion on her life and times and how she ended up the sage of the industry, how she approaches her work, and is able to extract such amazing insights.
2020-07-0721 minAfrica Hotel Investment Forum (AHIF) PodcastEp 55: African Hotel Chain Development Pipeline Survey 2020In this podcast we spoke with Trevor Ward, Managing Director of W Hospitality Group, about recent publishing of the 2020 African Hotel Chain Development Pipeline survey – the 12th annual report. Covid-19 has derailed the market as it has the global hospitality industry but we discussed how Africa was being impacted specifically and what it means for hotel development in the short, medium and long term. With that in mind and with the AfricaTomorrow (www.africa-tomorrow.com) event a month away – what we should be expecting from the online conference where Trevor will be presenting his pipeline report
2020-06-2514 minAfrica Hotel Investment Forum (AHIF) PodcastEp 54: Frederic van Lennep, Business Development Director MEA, IT HospitalityIn this podcast with Frederic van Lennep, we discussed how technology can be leveraged to build confidence in a post coronavirus world for hotels. We also explored what role technology would play, how a touch-less future can be created, and how this reflects the customer experience. Frederic also published a white paper recently on the importance of technology in post-COVID19 hotel operations which can be accessed here: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/importance-technology-post-covid-19-hotel-operations-van-lennep/
2020-06-1010 minRound Pegs Square Holes PodcastDream of Coronafication, Connecting with your tribe - With Raj Kotecha and Sebastian BatesRaj is a local Dubai Entrepreneur, he's a Speaker, DJ, Producer and CEO of Creative Content Agency and also founder of My Friends Your Friends, connecting business owners in Dubai. Raj has been working in marketing and content for over 2 decades as a DJ, events professional and now consultant for several successful projects. In my talk with Raj we will be talking about the current Pandemic, more specifically, how to market/be seen and heard during this difficult time. There’s a right way and a wrong way to integrate Coronavirus into your content. Avoid being tone-deaf an...
2020-06-101h 04
The Zoe Turner PodcastEp 16 - Raj Kotecha - From Selling Penny sweets to interviewing Gary V over 6 timesWhat many of you may know about my guest today He is CEO of the creative content agency, founder of my friends your friends – the best networking event in Dubai- he is also co-founder of Vaynerworld - an independent organization set up that promoted Gary V`s 2 books in the UK, alongside personally interviewing Gary on 3 occasions. What you may not know he started his entrepreneurial journey hustling in his dad’s shop selling penny sweets when he was kid…taking stuff from the shop and selling it at school – it appears hustling is in his blood...
2019-09-2559 min
The Esquire Middle East Podcast NetworkRaj Kotecha - The neverending hustle and when opportunity and preparation collideRaj Kotecha is a man of many talents. He’s a motivational and business strategy speaker. He’s a DJ. And he’s the CEO of Creative Content Agency, a business he founded.
He has spent the last two decades helping brands and entrepreneurs get better, and has recently founded several events that aim to connect like-minded people together – including My Friends Your Friends and Vaynerworld.
He’s also no stranger to podcasting with his very own podcast show, Other People’s Podcasts with none other than Fatman Scoop.
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2019-05-0744 min
AviaDev Insight AfricaRaj Kotecha, Founder and CEO, Creative Content Agency. The importance of the personal brand in the 21st centuryThis episode was recorded during an unscheduled stop-over in Dubai on 29th March. It is a departure from the normal topic, but something I believe everyone should be aware of in the 21st century. Namely, the power of developing and building a personal brand through developing content and adding value. Raj has been instrumental in my journey and one reason I started this podcast. He has worked with thought leaders and celebrities across industries to help them develop their own unique "personal brand". Find out more at https://rajkotecha.com/
2019-04-0719 min
Startup Hustle Middle EastE09: Let's talk content: Discussion with Raj Kotecha (Part 2)Listen to Part 2 of Sid and Mamta's conversation with Raj Kotecha, CEO of The Creative Content Agency and full-time maverick hustler. In this episode, we continue our discussion about content, platforms and Inside-out vs. Outside-in marketing strategy.
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2018-10-2119 minStartup Hustle Middle EastE08: Let's talk content: Discussion with Raj Kotecha (Part 1)Content is king, and to do content right, that's something else altogether! How should founders navigate all the platforms and formats available and choose the right one for their brand and tribe? In this episode, Sid and Mamta speak to Raj Kotecha, CEO of The Creative Content Agency and full-time maverick hustler, about his journey. We had a lot to talk about, so this episode is Part 1 of the conversation...
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2018-10-0944 min
Transatlantic Rebels - Music & Films: Eminem Kamikaze, Lupe Fiasco Drogas Wave, Nicki Minaj Queen, BlacKkKlansman, Drake Scorpion, Cobra Kai, Berlin Syndrome, Teyana Taylor KTSE, Cardi B, Janelle Monae, Avengers: Infinity War66: Raj Kotecha (Full Length)Jesal has dinner with heavy-hitter Raj Kotecha, and the entire thing is recorded. Here is the full-length with practically no edits - it's a fascinating listen.
At times deeply personal, at others broadly expansive, it encompasses countless topics of discussion between two old friends.
FYI there will be a "highlights" version coming soon which will be half the length. And please note, there is some explicit content.
2018-01-312h 45
Transatlantic Rebels66: Raj Kotecha (Full Length)Episode 66 is the first of a new breed for the Transatlantic Rebels Podcast. Jesal has dinner with heavy-hitter Raj Kotecha, and the entire thing is recorded. Here is the full-length joint with practically no edits - it's a fascinating listen. At times deeply personal, at others broadly expansive, it encompasses countless topics of discussion between two old friends. FYI there will be a "highlights" version coming soon which will be half the length. And please note, there is some explicit content. Follow us on Twitter - https://twitter.com/T_Rebels
2018-01-312h 45