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Dream, Girl
From Toxicity to Triumph: Sara Al Madani Uncovers The Power of Your Brain
Dr. Sara Al Madani is back on Dream, Girl and she’s more powerful than ever. In this raw and soul-shaking episode, we talk about letting go of toxic love, standing in your worth, ego healing, and trusting your spiritual instincts. If you've ever doubted yourself—this one’s for you.Sara's new book is out now! Go grab "Dear Narcissist: F*ck You"— a bold, direct, and unfiltered guide to understanding narcissists in real life—from how to spot them in seconds to how to heal the parts of yourself that kept letting them in.Get it here:
2025-05-04
57 min
Dream, Girl
From Broke to Millionaire at 26 | Money Mindsets with Afnan Khalifa
In this powerful episode, Afnan Khalifa shares her inspiring journey from humble beginnings to becoming a symbol of confidence, faith, and financial freedom. She opens up about lessons from her early jobs, how she embraced her voice, and the mindset shifts that transformed her life. Whether you're building your brand or navigating love and money, this one is full of real talk and raw gems.This episode is brought to you by Pepperstone, which provides trading on global markets through contracts for difference, enabling you to capitalise on price movements without buying the underlying instrument. If you...
2025-04-21
56 min
Dream, Girl
The Truth About Crypto No One Tells Women | Dubai's Crypto Girl Maria Frackowiak
Welcome back to another episode from our Building Wealth for Women series brought to you by Pepperstone. From kiteboarding 150 days a year to building wealth through crypto — Maria has one of the most unexpected and inspiring journeys into the world of digital finance.In this episode, we talk about: 💸 How she made the leap from water sports to crypto🌍 Why she moved to Dubai to scale her wealth🚀 The most common myths about women and investing📉 Her biggest financial mistakes — and what they taught...
2025-04-14
45 min
Dream, Girl
This Will Change How You Think About Wealth Forever | Sahil Bloom
This episode is part of our Building Wealth series with Pepperstone — but not in the way you might think.Sahil Bloom joins us to explore true wealth: the kind that goes beyond money. From redefining success and overcoming imposter syndrome to designing a meaningful life and embracing emotional resilience, this conversation uncovers the deeper dimensions of wealth — purpose, mindset, relationships, and identity.If you’re building more than just financial wealth — purpose, mindset, and freedom — this one’s for you.Pepperstone provides trading on global markets through contracts for difference, enabling you to capitalise on price moveme...
2025-04-07
46 min
Dream, Girl
Money Habits Keeping You Poor & How To Build Wealth | Silvia Eldawi Ex-Director Real Estate
Welcome back to Building Wealth for Women series brought to you by Pepperstone with a powerhouse guest—Silvia Eldawi. From leaving corporate life as a Managing Director in Real Estate to building her own empire, Silvia has navigated career shifts, moved countries, and mastered the money mindset needed to create wealth on her own terms and she is a fellow podcaster!In this episode we explored: retirement plans, crypto vs real estate and we deep dived into investment strategies especially for real estate. We also touched on financial equality in...
2025-03-31
57 min
Dream, Girl
Why the Rich are Buying Gold Again | Economics Editor of The Times Mehreen Khan
Welcome to the "Building Wealth series" sponsored by Pepperstone! We’re joined by one of the sharpest minds in economics — Mehreen Khan, the Economics Editor at The Times.From Brussels to London, Mehreen has reported on everything from EU politics to global markets, and here she’s breaking down what’s really going on with wealth, gold, and where smart money is heading in 2025. In this episode, we talk about how the world’s elite are moving their money, why gold is suddenly back in the spotlight, and what this all means for you — whether you're just...
2025-03-24
41 min
Dream, Girl
The Truth About Being a Woman in a Male-Dominated Industry | Jessica Hawkins
In this special episode, brought to you by Pepperstone, filmed at the Aston Martin F1 Team in Silverstone, UK, I get to chat with Jessica Hawkins! Jessica isn’t just breaking barriers—she’s accelerating through them! As a driver for the Aston Martin F1 Academy, former W Series racer, and a professional stunt driver (yes, James Bond level stunts!), Jessica’s journey in motorsport is nothing short of inspiring. In this episode, we dive into her career, the challenges of women in motorsport, and what it really takes to make it to the top.Pepperstone provides trading on forex, E...
2025-03-11
24 min
Dream, Girl
If You’re Anxious, Single & High Achiever, Watch This | Prashasti Singh
Are Women Funnier Than Men? Stand-up comedian Prashasti Singh joins me for a raw, unfiltered conversation on Dream, Girl! We dive deep into:💭 Anxiety as high achievers – Why success doesn’t always quiet the self-doubt🎤 Being your own boss as a creative – The real struggles of making it on your own🗣️ Breaking the language barrier – Thriving when English isn’t your first language💔 Loneliness in your 30s – Navigating singlehood when society expects otherwise⏳ Marriage’s ‘expiration date’ for Desi women – Is the pressure real or self-imposed?😂 Her comedy career & the big ques...
2025-02-24
1h 00
Dream, Girl
Why Modern Dating Is Broken: Masculinity, Culture & Identity | Nadir Nahdi
In this episode, I have a lovely catch up with Nadir Nahdi. We talk about the the pivot from academia to creative careers, we deep dive into cultural identities and how they impact our choice of life partners and we also get into the depth of masculinity and the modern men! Nadir is a great story teller and is great at building communities wherever he goes! It was awesome to hear more about his work and his approach to life! Tune in! More about Nadir here:https://www.instagram.com/nadir.nahdi/?hl=en
2025-02-17
1h 18
Dream, Girl
Psychologist Explains Life Changing Habits for Self-Improvement | Dr Saliha Afridi
In this episode, we have an incredible chat with Dr Saliha Afridi, a well-known clinical psychologist and mental health advocate with over 20 years of experience. We talk about avoiding burnout, and finding the way to listen to our inner guide, and also touch in depth, the mental health challenges that social media and the digital age have brought onto our generation. I loved this conversation, and I'm sure you will too! 🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded: https://dubai.poddster.com/ Find out more about Dr...
2025-02-10
56 min
Dream, Girl
Skincare Myths DEBUNKED by Skin Expert | Dr Hasia
In this episode we deep dive into skincare: the good, the bad and the ugly. Dr. Hasia, a highly respected and award-winning skin and aesthetic doctor from the UK, who is now in Dubai. We have such a great conversation where she challenges all I thought I knew about skincare, and we deep dive into the impact of culture and society on beauty expectations. 🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded: https://dubai.poddster.com/ Check out Dr Hasia here:https://www.instagram.com/doctorhasia/?hl=en 🎙️You can...
2025-02-03
41 min
Dream, Girl
The 25-Year-Old With A Mission To Amplify Muslim Voices | Ameer
In this episode (shot in a hotel room in Qatar), I welcome my amazing friend Ameer! He is only 25 years old, Palestinian-Jordanian from New Jersey and the founder and chief executive officer of Muslim, one of the largest media publications delivering news centering the Muslim community. We talked about virality, the life of a journalist reporting war, how to navigate social communication and how Ameer accidentally got Rihanna cancelled! Tune in! Find Ameer online: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/muslim/?hl=en Website: https://www.ameer.tv/ 🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their bea...
2025-01-27
55 min
Dream, Girl
Priti Malik Unfiltered: Dual Identity, Radio Fame & The Secret to Authentic Success
In this wonderful episode, we welcome Priti Malik, co-host of The Kris Fade Show on Virgin Radio Dubai, Dubai Influencer and so much more! We talk about dual cultural identity, the journey to fulfilling your passion, the reality of operating as a baseline stressed out person and the power of authenticity. Tune in! Get your ticket to Empower & Excel here: https://www.professionellenetwork.com/event-details/dreams-to-reality-networking-and-empowerment-event-1 🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded: https://dubai.poddster.com/ 🎒If you want to be a podc...
2025-01-20
59 min
Dream, Girl
How To Spend Your Life Wisely If You Are In Your 20s or 30s | Simon Ong
Let's start 2025 with a bang! Welcome Simon Ong on the podcast, bestselling author of Energize, and award-winning life coach, known for helping people unlock their potential and energize their lives, and a dear friend of mine! This is what we talked about: Introduction Breaking Free from the Golden Shackles Instilling Dreams in Your Children The Entrepreneurial Mindset: Natural Talent vs. Developed Skills Importance of Enjoyable Work and Energy Challenges of Raising Children in the Digital Age Balancing Vision and Flexibility Building Meaningful Relationships The Importance of Choosing the Right Life Partner Get...
2025-01-13
52 min
Lovin Meets
How Sheen Gurrib Elevates Women Through Shared Stories
How Sheen Gurrib Elevates Women Through Shared Stories
2025-01-10
17 min
The Lovin Dubai Show
Dubai Rent Surge, Packed Private Schools, 90kg Chocolate Seized, Coldplay Abu Dhabi Recap, Sheen Gurrib Empowers Women
-Dubai Rent Prices Surge -Dubai Private Schools Are Getting Busier-90kg of Dubai’s Chocolate Seized At German Airport-Coldplay In Abu Dhabi: Recapping The First NightHow -Sheen Gurrib Elevates Women Through Shared Stories
2025-01-10
34 min
Dream, Girl
The Harsh Truth About Being Single in Your 30s
In this episode we get up close and personal! Let's talk about being single in your 30s as a woman! Why does this bother everyone else? Why is it anyone's business? And if it does bother you, as someone going through it, how to navigate this situation. Join in xx To make it easier: 00:00:00 Navigating Societal Pressure of Being Single in Your 30s 00:02:37 The Impact of Marital Pressure on Divorce Rates 00:05:00 Rethinking Marriage Timelines and Societal Pressures 00:07:22 The Power of Patience and Faith 00:12:09 Navigating Marriage and Religious Values 00:16:23 Defining...
2025-01-05
21 min
Dream, Girl
What 2024 Taught Me | Sunday with Sheen
In this episode we wrap up how 2024 went, on a personal and professional level and also make some solid plans for 2025! Happy New Year :) To make it easier: 00:00:00 Personal and Professional Reflections of 2024 00:02:53 Milestones of the Year 00:05:30 Overcoming Doubts in 2025 00:07:54 Personalized Advice vs Internet Gurus 00:10:17 Understanding Privilege and Gratitude 00:12:40 Building Self-Confidence and Gratitude 00:15:03 Letting Go of Resentment for Inner Peace 00:17:31 Prioritizing Gut Health for Overall Well-being 00:19:55 Embracing Deep Connections in a Digital World 00:22:21 Looking...
2024-12-29
22 min
Dream, Girl
LIES About Adult Friendships | Sunday with Sheen
Welcome to Solo Episodes of the Pod with just You and I! First thing I'd like to discuss is Adult Friendships! They can be so hard to navigate, but also so rewarding. So how do we make the most of it without getting burnt? Tune in xx To make it easier: 00:00:00 Intro 00:02:18 The Evolution and Loss of Friendships 00:04:50 Grieving Friendships 00:06:26 Identifying Fake and Transactional Friends 00:10:33 True Friends vs. Fake Friends 00:12:41 Dealing with Unsupportive Friends 00:14:56 The Reality of Success and Loneliness 00:17:07 Navigating Toxic Friendships and Personal Growth 🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was...
2024-12-22
19 min
Dream, Girl
Unleash Your Feminine Energy And Transform Your Life | Raghida Shaman
We bring back Raghida in this episode. We have such a good catch up on life, but also dive deeper into how to find your true calling and live a life of purpose and passion. We discuss the new age, with everyone being hyper connected but lonely, and the pressure of conforming vs the power of the natural beauty. We also talk about gratitude and the meaning of 11:11. Tune in! 00:00:00 Introduction 00:06:12 Finding Your True Calling 00:12:01 Understanding the Mismatch in Relationships 00:18:04 The Perception of Natural Beauty in Society 00:24:16 Discovering the...
2024-12-09
55 min
Dream, Girl
South Asian Representation: From Bullying to Being Trendy | Akash Mehta
Welcome Akash Mehta! A wonderful friend, internet sensation and one of the founders of Fable and Mane. He shares a lot of useful tips for founders in the early days of their entrepreneurial journey and we discuss the importance of representation! We also talked about the South Asian culture, the acceptance we have witnessed in the world. Akash also shares some great advice on how to let things go and how to build connections wherever you go, to make the world a slightly better place. Tune in! More about Akash here:https://www.instagram.com/mehta_a...
2024-12-02
53 min
Dream, Girl
Tools for Managing Your Stress & Anxiety with the Stress Expert Alice Law
We are all stressed! In this episode, I sit down with the stress expert Alice Law! Her new book is out with Mo Gawdat and we discuss how our external lives stress us out, why we glorify being busy and how we don't appreciate the impact our first thought of the day has on our quality of life! I personally learnt so much about how to manage my stress, I am sure you will too. Tune in! Chapters: 00:00:00 Introduction to our Guest 00:05:56 Alice's Personal Journey with Stress 00:11:37 Managing Stress in a...
2024-11-18
52 min
Dream, Girl
From Poverty To Fame: The Story of Overcoming Adversity | Chanel Ayan
In this episode, we have the incredible Chanel Ayan. You might know her as the feisty character from Real Housewives of Dubai but on this episode we had a very unique chat. Ayan opened up about her difficult childhood, educated us all about female genital mutilation (FGM) as a survivor herself, and we talked about embracing success while balancing family responsibilities. I loved this conversation, and I am sure you will too, tune in! 00:00:00 Introduction 00:06:08 Overcoming Childhood Adversity: From Border Village to City Life 00:12:00 Breaking the Silence on Childhood Trauma 00:17:35 Cultural...
2024-11-04
52 min
Dream, Girl
Unlocking Your Confidence And Finding Your Voice with Nimi Mehta
This is a super cool episode with Nimi Mehta! We have such a good chat about everything (we take a lot of wild detours), but mostly about finding your inner voice, how to build your confidence and most importantly how own journey from people pleaser to becoming assertive. Nimi is a whole vibe! Tune in! 00:00:00 Introduction 00:06:58 Career Change: Overcoming Fear and Embracing Courage 00:13:41 Exploring Confidence: Introverts vs. Extroverts 00:20:19 Balancing Quiet Confidence and Professional Recognition 00:27:05 Approaching Celebrity Interviews 00:33:45 Building Authentic Interview Connections 00:40:16 Identifying Your True Voice...
2024-10-28
1h 01
Dream, Girl
Don't Know Where To Start With Investing? This Episode's For You.
In this episode we welcome Raafi from Fasset! We have a very good discussion about the relevance of a degree nowadays, and we deep dive into women's financial independence. We also talk about the reality of being an entrepreneur and finding yourself and your passion. I also get a brief intro to the world of digital assets and crypto! Tune in! More about Fasset here: https://fasset.io/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/raafihossain/ @fassetofficial @IOWN.official Here are the chapters: 00:00:00 Investment Strategies 00:06:04 The Importance of Networking at University 00:11:25 The Evolution of S...
2024-10-21
51 min
Dream, Girl
Intellectual and Financial Dynamics in Romantic Relationships | Sarah Alagroobi
In this final episode of our mini series by Muzz, I welcome the amazing Sarah Alagroobi! We have such a good chat about cultural perspectives on relationships, the importance of financial independence in a marriage and how to find love in transient spaces. Tune in! Here are the chapters: 00:00:00 Introduction 00:07:06 Cultural Perspectives on Relationships 00:14:12 Men and Female Financial Independence 00:21:16 Navigating Masculine and Feminine Energies 00:28:00 Finding Faith Amidst Global Challenges 00:35:00 Understanding Attraction Dynamics and Intellectual Competition 00:42:12 The Complexity of Modern Dating Dynamics 00:49:14...
2024-10-16
1h 03
Dream, Girl
Why You Should Get Married When You Are Young | Dr Amina Yonis
In this special series, brought to you by Muzz, I welcome my very cool friend @DrAminaYonis Amina shared her love story, how she decided he was the one and we discussed if there is a right age to get married. Amina also talked about balancing life as a mother of 2, wife, business owner and content creator. Tune in! Thank you to our sponsor, Muzz which is the leading Muslim marriage app. Muzz brings together more than 500 happy Muslim couples daily. If you are also looking to meet your future spouse islamically, securely and safely, consider downloading the app here: ht...
2024-10-07
47 min
Dream, Girl
God's Plan, War on Manhood & The Reality of Feminism - Layla K. Saleh
In this episode, brought to you by Muzz, we welcome the incredible Layla K. Saleh. We talked about western feminism, finding the right partner as young Muslims and also the power of letting go and having complete faith! There were laughs but also tears, tune in to find out why! Thank you to our sponsor, Muzz which is the leading Muslim marriage app. Muzz brings together more than 500 happy Muslim couples daily. If you are also looking to meet your future spouse islamically, securely and safely, consider downloading the app here: https://go.muzz.com...
2024-09-30
49 min
Dream, Girl
Arranged Marriages, Beauty Standards and Fair Skin Obsession in South Asian Culture - Mahreen Munir
In this special series, brought to you by Muzz, I welcome my dear friend Mahreen Munir from Karak with Mahreen. We talked about how young people are finding their life partners, the digital divide and the impact of the South Asian culture on marriage these days. We also talked about the disparity between the expectations for men and women when it comes to arranged marriages. Tune in! Thank you to our sponsor, Muzz which is the leading Muslim marriage app. Muzz brings together more than 500 happy Muslim couples daily. If you are also looking to meet your future spouse...
2024-09-23
47 min
Dream, Girl
Does Being a Successful Woman Mean You Have to do 50/50? | Amy Roko
In this special series, brought to you by Muzz, I welcome back my dear friend Amy Roko. We talked about finding the right partner, marriage, the impact of culture and society on how our generation approached marriage and many fun topics! Tune in! Thank you to our sponsor, Muzz which is the leading Muslim marriage app. Muzz brings together more than 500 happy Muslim couples daily. If you are also looking to meet your future spouse islamically, securely and safely, consider downloading the app here: https://go.muzz.com/signup 🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team whe...
2024-09-16
56 min
Dream, Girl
This video will change your life with The Wizard Liz
In this wonderful first episode I chat to Liz or as you might know her The Wizard Liz. We talked about dealing with your trauma, being responsible for your own life, dealing with toxic friends and partners, the reality of situationships and how to become the best version of yourself! Tune in! Trigger Warning: Abuse, self-harm, suicide, eating disorder 🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded: https://dubai.poddster.com/ 🎵 Where I get my Music -https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/uot8qa/ 💌 Come and say hi to me: https://www.instagram.com/sheen...
2024-09-11
47 min
Dream, Girl
Navigating Life's Ups and Downs with Dubai Bling Star - DJ Bliss
In this bonus episode of season 5, we have DJ Bliss! You've seen him on Netflix in Dubai Bling, or on stage as a DJ. In this episode we discuss the reality of being on reality TV but we also dive a bit deeper into the importance of self acceptance. We also talk about adaptability and the power of pivots in your career. DJ Bliss also shares his experience of merging culture and passion. Tune in! 🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded: https://dubai.poddster.com/ 🎵 Where I get my Music -https...
2024-08-05
42 min
Dream, Girl
Uncovering The Truth: Do Successful Women Secretly Suffer From Loneliness? - Jet Van Wijk
In this episode, I welcome Jet Van Wijk! We deep dive into the intricacies of travelling and working abroad, building a life far from everything you know and how to make it a success. We also touch on some very deep topics, such as losing friends, the reality of influencing and the challenges of finding a man as a successful female entrepreneur. Tune in! You can find our more about Jet here: https://www.instagram.com/jettalks/ https://www.instagram.com/jetvanwijkx/https://www.instagram.com/laptoplifestylemaster?igsh=YjVxY2NveTNlNXhq https...
2024-07-29
1h 02
Dream, Girl
Beauty Standards, Marrying Young and Haram Police with Hala Owais
In this episode I chat with my dear friend and huge beauty influencer, Hala Owais! We deep dive into makeup trends, the unattainable beauty standards, self-acceptance and also finding love and friends. We also share our experiences of being muslim influencers. Tune in! Follow Hala's journey: https://www.instagram.com/hala.owais/?hl=en 🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded: https://dubai.poddster.com/ 💐 Shout out to Les Fleurs de Jojo for their gorgeous bouquet for our guest: https://www.instagram.com/les.fleurs.de.jojo/ 🎵 Where I g...
2024-07-22
38 min
Dream, Girl
Controversial Confessions and Career Highlights with Twinkle Stanly
In her first ever podcast appearance, Twinkle gives us an insight to the wonderful workings of her brain and creativity. She shares her experience of going viral, evolving relationship with money and dealing with online trolls and her views on the influencer economy. Tune in! Check out Twinkle here:https://www.youtube.com/ @TwinkleStanly https://www.instagram.com/twinklestanly/?hl=en 🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded: https://dubai.poddster.com/ 💐 Shout out to Les Fleurs de Jojo for their gorgeous bouquet for our guest: https://www.instagram.com/les...
2024-07-15
46 min
Dream, Girl
Exclusive Interview with Taha Shah Badussha - The Reality of Success
In this exclusive special episode of the podcast, we make an exception and welcome the incredibly talented Taha Shah Badussha! We talk about the role his mother played in his success, the power of hustling in the dark before you see any results and how to continue working hard when you don't see immediate success. Truly powerful 10min, tune in xx 🎵 Where I get my Music -https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/uot8qa/ 💌 Come and say hi to me: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib 🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co 📝 My blog and website...
2024-07-08
09 min
Dream, Girl
The Guide to Masculine and Feminine Energy with Raghida Shaman
In this wonderful episode, I chat to Raghida! We have such a good unfiltered conversation about finding love within ourselves but also within all of our relationships. We also talk about the reality of being a woman, balancing feminine and masculine energies and finding your passion. Tune in! Book a private 1-on-1 mentoring session with Raghida: https://raghida.com/services/book-a-33-minute-consultation-with-raghida/ Sign up to Raghida's Masterclasses: https://masterclasses.raghida.com/ Raghida's socials: https://bit.ly/47YdaDB https://bit.ly/3PA3h8X https://bit.ly/47XrPiv 🎬 Tha...
2024-07-02
55 min
Dream, Girl
The Secret Power of Female Entrepreneurs with Suraya Turk
In this episode I welcome Suraya Turk, the Managing Partner of Legal Circle. Suraya has dedicated a lot of her time to helping startup founders, especially female founders, navigate the uncertain waters of entrepreneurship and raising funds. We talk about being a strong woman in the work place and in relationships, and the balancing act of being a working mother. Tune in! 🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded: https://dubai.poddster.com/ 💐 Shout out to Les Fleurs de Jojo for their gorgeous bouquet for our guest: https://www.instagram.com/les.fl...
2024-06-17
45 min
Dream, Girl
Being a Muslim Artist and Society's Hate of Darker Skin with the Mashup Queen - Mariyam Kisat
You have definitely heard her voice before: Mariyam Kisat! She is an RJ with City 1016 in Dubai and was the viral sensation for her incredible mashups. In this episode, she shares her experience of going viral and dealing with fame and the less glam side of it too! Tune in for an amazing chat! 🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded: https://dubai.poddster.com/ 💐 Shout out to Les Fleurs de Jojo for their gorgeous bouquet for our guest: https://www.instagram.com/les.fleurs.de.jojo/ 🎵 Where I get my Music -ht...
2024-06-10
47 min
Dream, Girl
Transform Your Relationships: Expert Advice on Love Languages & Self-Love with Faten El Ayache
In this episode we have Faten El Ayache, a certified life and executive coach and a positive psychology practitioner. We touch on important topics such as the practical journey of positivity, and how to master self-love while also working on maintaining the relationships around us. We also did a deep dive on the love languages and what they mean. Tune in! You can find out more about Faten here: https://www.fatens.com/ https://www.instagram.com/faten_elayache/ 🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and...
2024-06-03
50 min
Dream, Girl
The Truth About Money and Happiness with Dr Sana Sajan
In this episode of season 5, we chat with Dr Sana Sajan! We talk about the importance of mindset, especially being grateful and not complaining all the time! We also talk about mental well being and what that means in today's modern times. We also touch on the importance of money and what does that even mean! We also talk about the reality of balancing being a mom, an entrepreneur and yourself. Tune in! More about Dr Sana Sajan here: https://www.instagram.com/sanaasajan/?hl=en 🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where thi...
2024-05-27
43 min
Dream, Girl
In Conversation with the Niqabi Comedian, Rapper, and Model - Amy Roko
In this episode, I welcome my funniest friend Amy! Amy has been changing the world of content creation and comedy since day one. We covered (pun intended) all the topics from the portrayal of Arabs in movies, self-criticism, dating, friendships and modelling! We even have a special bollywood performance from Amy! Tune in for some incredible wisdom and great laughs! This episode is brought to you by Loyalty to Your Soul! They are coming to Dubai from California for the first time with a 3-day workshop rooted in Spiritual Psychology. When: MAY 31...
2024-05-20
58 min
Dream, Girl
Heal Your Gut and Reset Your Health with Paula Benedi
In this episode, I welcome Paula all the way from the UK! We talk about the realities of setting your own business, the good, the bad and the ugly. I also learnt so much about gut health and how it impacts every aspect of our day to day. We also talk about health influencers and the every changing health fads! Tune in! You can find out more about Paula here:https://paulabenedi.com/ https://www.instagram.com/paulabenedi/?hl=en More about Synergised here: https://synergised.uk/ 🎬 Thank you to Pod...
2024-05-13
40 min
Dream, Girl
Dealing with Failure and Self-Love with Salama Mohamed
In this wonderful first episode of season 5, I welcome my friend Salama! We have such a good catch up on life, but also dive deeper into what it means to be successful, how to deal with emotional abuse and protect your boundaries. We also talk about the reality of being an entrepreneur and finding yourself and your passion. Tune in! 🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded: https://dubai.poddster.com/ 💐 Shout out to Les Fleurs de Jojo for their gorgeous bouquet for our guest: https://www.instagram.com/les.fleurs.de.joj...
2024-05-06
35 min
Dream, Girl
Beauty Standards for Men, Being a Successful Brown Woman and Finding the Right Husband - Dr Vali
In this spin off episode, we have the pleasure of chatting with Dr Vali who came all the way from London. Shawana, or simply Dr. Vali as she’s better known to her legions of fans and loyal clients, has cultivated a cult-like following that stems from her approach to radical transparency. Notorious for her invitation-only client base spanning everyone from royalty, and the world’s most powerful CEOs to Victoria Secret’s models, Dr. Vali was born and raised in London to immigrant parents. She is such a fun girl and we chat all about...
2024-04-29
28 min
Dream, Girl
Boys, Fame, Failure and Faith - Your Host in the Hot Seat
I switch seats in this special episode where my best friend Shweta interviews me for a change, and we get deep! We talk about faith, dealing with fame, boys, insecurities and many more. Tune in for an oversharing experience xx
2024-04-15
54 min
Dream, Girl
How To Always Get What You Want - Reim El Houni
In this special episode, I am in a trailer at STEP, as I interview Reim on how she just finds a way to always go for what she wants and make sure she gets it! Join me and learn some incredible tips from this short and snappy conversation!
2024-04-08
20 min
The Balance Theory
Want to change your life? You NEED these mindset tips by Sheen Gurrib
Today's episode is all about making change - the mindset you need to do it, actions you need to take, things you need to overcome and simple shifts you can embrace TODAY to get over any fear you have towards it. Whether it's a different career, moving countries, starting something new - this episode is going to give you so many golden nuggets that you'll be able to take and apply straight after listening.I sit with Sheen Gurrib, a woman I am very inspired by! She is originally from Mauritius, now living in Dubai, has...
2024-03-03
44 min
Dream, Girl
How To Get What You Want: MONEY, SUCCESS, LOVE | Vishen Lakhiani
In this special episode of Dream, Girl we welcome our first solo male guest: Vishen Lakhiani from Mindvalley. Vishen shares some incredible tips and insights on how to quit your job and bet on yourself, how to find love in today's time and how to explore what spirituality truly is. Tune in and get ready to take notes!
2024-02-29
36 min
Dream, Girl
Being A Woman in Dubai and Working With Celebrities - Lara Tabet
In this episode, I am joined by my beautiful friend Lara Tabet. She is TV Presenter, Middle East Luxury Brand Ambassador & Business Developer, Official Spokeswoman for Arab Fashion Council and Philanthropist. We talk about how Dubai has evolved and what its like to be a woman in media, dealing with celebrities and managing a good work life balance. Join us xx
2024-01-15
51 min
Dream, Girl
Bridging Divides as a Muslim and First Female Economic Editor of the Times London with Mehreen Khan
To start the year, what better way than to share this episode with my long time best friend and powerhouse of a woman Mehreen Khan. She is the Economic Editor of the Times London and has had an incredible journey as a journalist. We reminisce on our times in Oxford and how she helped me move to Dubai and how we navigate the professional world as young Muslim women. Join in! Follow Mehreen on X : @MehreenKhn
2024-01-08
52 min
Dream, Girl
From Amazon to CEO and now My Dubai Bestie - Shweta Johri Scott
In this special episode, I have a chat with one of my Dubai best friends! Shweta is incredible! She studied at Yale, worked at Amazon and is now running her own company of the comfiest beddings in the Middle East: https://themidori.co/ We talk about the transition from corporate world to entrepreneurship, finding the right partner in business and in life and also how relationships evolve over time! We also share some stories about being women seen as "strong" professionally, and how we dealt with them and how we COULD have dealt with them!
2023-12-18
1h 04
Dream, Girl
My Family Visits Dubai - Holiday Special
In this holiday special of the podcast, for the first time ever, I present the Gurrib Family!! It was a super cute recording experience and I got exposed a lot, but a fun episode I'd love to share with all of you!
2023-12-11
51 min
Dream, Girl
The UAE’s First Female Aircraft Engineer Dr Eng Suaad Al Shamsi
In this episode I welcome my dear friend Dr Eng Suaad Al Shamsi. She is the UAE’s first female aircraft engineer, an artist, an author, a mother of a two and an inspiration! We discussed many things, focusing on emotional intelligence, being a woman venturing in new professional arenas and how to manage all sorts of relationships as you grow up and older! Join in! This episode was kindly brought to you by Irony Home, UAE’s no.1 festive decoration and luxury home decor brand. Their seasonal pop-up store, located in Mall of the Emirates inside THAT concept store on t...
2023-12-04
45 min
Dream, Girl
Finding the Courage to Follow Your Dream with Vimi Joshi
In this episode, I welcome Vimi Joshi! Vimi is a celebrity makeup artist and has been doing makeup for over 25 years with celebrities from Hollywood to Bollywood and Rockstars to royalties. Born in Africa, into a very traditional Indian family, she grew up in England before moving to Dubai. We discussed her incredible journey, the lows, the highs and the challenges along the way! She is a great story teller so grab your popcorn!
2023-11-27
55 min
Dream, Girl
The Reality of Being Confident While Managing Imposter Syndrome with Shivani Pau
In today's episode we are joined by another Podcast Host, Shivani Pau! We discuss everything from our shared experiences and journey of starting a podcast, and we deep dived into the intricacies of navigating success and imposter syndrome. In this very candid conversation, Shivani shares her ways of dealing with success and the daily struggles of being an entrepreneur. She also gives some very useful and practical advice to anyone thinking of going out on their own as content creators. You can check out her channel here: https://www...
2023-11-20
51 min
Dream, Girl
The Courage To Go After Your Dreams with Nelly Attar
In this episode, I welcome the amazing and inspiring Nelly Attar. Nelly is a Saudi born Lebanese extreme sports athlete, trainer, and sports entrepreneur and a former psychologist and life coach. In 2022, Nelly became the first Arab woman to summit K2 and since then she has accomplished several extreme feats and won many awards. She has scaled 23+ peaks globally, completed 6 Marathons, a dozen triathlons, and 1 ultramarathon. She also launched Saudi Arabia’s first ever dance studio – MOVE. This episode has been brought to you by Stake. If you want to own a piece of Dubai for a fracti...
2023-11-13
49 min
Dream, Girl
The Secrets to Running a Successful Company with Rima Dardenne - Founder of Irony Home
In this episode, we welcome Rima Dardenne, the founder and CEO of Irony Home. She shares her journey of moving to the Middle East and navigating the challenges as a woman in the world of business. We also share some interesting Christmas anecdotes! This episode was kindly brought to you by Irony Home, UAE’s no.1 festive decoration and luxury home decor brand. Their seasonal pop-up store, located in Mall of the Emirates inside THAT concept store on the 2nd Floor, next to Assouline books, is a magical wonderland they create every year so that the cu...
2023-11-06
43 min
Dream, Girl
Your Power to Heal your Trauma with Shayoon
This episode was kindly brought to you by The Inner Space, where people are committed to finding answers to your health concerns, utilizing evidence-based treatments, as well as highly effective non-conventional approaches, in an environment designed for comfort and connection. Check it out here:https://theinnerspace.me/ After a severe accident as a teenager, Shayoon was told she would struggle with chronic pain her whole life - until she healed herself. She has also been a powerhouse as a woman and mother, she shares her story of being in a multiracial marriage. Shayoon also...
2023-10-23
51 min
Dream, Girl
Finding Love & Happiness in Today's World with Nour Fayad and Dr Maysar Sarieddine
This episode was kindly sponsored by Loyalty to Your Soul. For the first time, they are bringing their transformative 3 days workshop to Dubai, from the 27 to 29 Oct. Find out more here: https://theinnerspace.me/workshop/loyalty-to-your-soul-workshop-1-dubai-100 To register for the workshop please send a Whatsapp to +971 58 557 5790 and mention « SHEEN » for 10% off. In this episode we welcome our first ever couple on the podcast. They founded The Inner Space in 2017, a unique healing space that believes in the light within each and every person, and that provides the comfort, connection, and practical guidance to remember th...
2023-10-09
56 min
Dream, Girl
From Abusive Relationships to Running 9 Businesses as a Single Mom with Dr Sara Al Madani
Welcome to Season 4 of the podcast!! This episode was kindly sponsored by Loyalty to Your Soul. For the first time, they are bringing their transformative 3 days workshop to Dubai, from the 27 to 29 Oct. Find out more here: https://theinnerspace.me/workshop/loyalty-to-your-soul-workshop-1-dubai-100 To register for the workshop please send a Whatsapp to +971 58 557 5790 and mention « SHEEN » for 10% off. In the first episode, my guest is Dr. Sara Al Madani, star of Real Housewives of Dubai and total business badass. She has received over 140 awards in a wide variety of fields, including an honorary do...
2023-10-02
48 min
Karak with Mahreen
#3 - Tackling Societal Expectations as a Powerful Woman: Dr. Sheen Gurrib
Welcome to another exciting episode! Today we are pleased to welcome a special guest, an incredible woman who explored and excelled the world of education, content creation, consulting, tech, entrepreneurship, and more. Prepare to be inspired and captivated as we delve into the experiences and achievements of our multi-talented guest. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Sheen Gurrib, an exceptional woman. She paved the way for success with her dedication and passion for knowledge. We discussed her journey in conquering societal expectations and norms as a powerful woman. I particularly cherished this conversation as it truly resonated...
2023-09-20
1h 14
Dream, Girl
It is never too late to start anything - Tracy Harmoush
In the finale episode of Season 3 of the podcast, I have a wonderful conversation with Tracy who has had an impressive journey in the digital world and is a true inspiration for me! She is adamant of making you become the best version of yourself! We discussed career transitions, being a public figure, empowering men and women and also confidence! Tune in for an amazing chat! Tracy Harmoush instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tracyharmoush/?hl=en Tracy's app: https://www.un-traceable.com/
2023-07-31
47 min
Dream, Girl
Dealing with overnight fame and being in the public eye as an introverted extrovert - Nischa Shah
In this episode, Nischa recalls her journey from being unhappy with where she was professionally to creating one of the most successful YouTube channels on personal finance. She shares the ups, the downs, the challenges but most importantly practical tips on how she overcomes them. Join us :)
2023-07-24
53 min
Dream, Girl
From being discouraged in school to setting up multiple businesses - Ashi Karun
Ashi chats to us about her unconventional pathway of trying things she likes and not taking in the negative comments. She is a serial entrepreneur and started from a very young age! She also shares tips on how to approach anyone and start a conversation, because this 'stranger networking' has worked wonders for her, which I have witnessed first hand! Join us :)
2023-07-17
55 min
Dream, Girl
Being your own boss, life in your 30s and an impressive weight loss journey - Nikita Phulwani
In this episode, I sit down with Nikita Phulwani to discuss her journey to becoming a CEO of her own company while navigating the daily challenges of being a woman, now in her thirties. We talk about the struggles of finding the right partner and also have a fun conversation about Nikita meeting her biggest celebrity crush in person! Follow Nikita here: https://www.instagram.com/niggiphulwani/?hl=en https://byniggi.com/
2023-07-10
48 min
Dream, Girl
Investing in real estate as a woman and being a 'young' entrepreneur - Latifa Bin Haider
In this episode, Latifa shares her story of founding the first woman-focused crowdfunding platform in the UAE region for investments in real estate. She started her entrepreneurial journey at a very young age and has for mission to empower women financially. Find out more about her work here: https://baytuki.ae/
2023-07-03
43 min
Dream, Girl
Finding your purpose and building your confidence through coaching - Aliya Rajah
In this episode, Aliya and I discuss the importance of building and finding the right network, how to navigate the complex world of confidence and self-fulfilment, and how having a coach can help you in various parts of your personal and professional life.
2023-06-19
46 min
Dream, Girl
Talking openly about money and the right way to support the next generation of female founders - Lucy Chow
Lucy Chow is an incredible author and investor, who shares her experience of being an employee and now an investor and we discuss the best ways to finally empower women financially, both in the work place and also in the start-up world. We also discuss whether having quotas to support female founders is the best way forward, and explore how gaming is changing the future of work.
2023-06-12
50 min
Dream, Girl
Being confident in a male dominated industry and dealing with the aftermath of success - Jouhayna AlMheiri
Jouhayna AlMheiri talks to us about being a female air traffic controller! We explore topics such as being your true, confident and sassy self in a male dominated industry, dealing with bullying in school and most importantly, how to deal with the aftermaths of success, then what?
2023-06-05
1h 02
Dream, Girl
Buying your first property, personal finance influencer and moving to Dubai - Lamide Elizabeth
Lamide Elizabeth shares her impressive journey from buying her first property at the age of 23 and how she's balancing a full time corporate job in finance with being a content creator! We also talk about her recent move to Dubai and how we navigate female friendships!
2023-05-29
30 min
The Millennial Entrepreneur
#79: Becoming an Influencer for Young People & The Role of Conent Creators - Sheen Gurrib
In this episode I spoke with YouTuber, consultant and podcast host, Sheen Gurrib We spoke about: - How Sheen started her YouTube channel under a year covering topics such as toxic productivity, negativity, education to gaining thousands of subscribers in under a year - How she has developed as an individual and a person through this YouTube experience - As someone a lot of young people ask for advice regarding confidence, we spoke about how to improve confidence as a young person---FREE SHARE WORTH UPTO £200 🤑: https...
2021-11-17
30 min
Dream, Girl
Hair secrets, believing in your idea and Fable & Mane - A conversation with Nikita Mehta
My guest today is Nikita Mehta! Join us as we chat about Niki's experience of setting up Fable & Mane, the importance of believing in your dreams and the reality of the hustle life. I hope you enjoy our conversation as much as we did xx
2021-06-13
33 min
Dream, Girl
Outgrowing friends, starting a business and dating - A conversation with Courtney Daniella Boateng
Join me and Courtney this week as we chat about our experiences of Cambridge University, micro aggressions, starting a business from the ground up and what dating looks like these days!
2021-05-30
1h 19
Dream, Girl
Content creation, imposter syndrome and meeting your heroes - A conversation with Mayuko Inoue
My guest today is Mayuko Inoue! With over 400,000 subscribers on her Youtube channel, Mayuko creates content to help people find their way through the tech industry and life, through lifestyle, career, and tech advice videos by talking about topics such as imposter syndrome, cultural identity, and emotional vulnerability.
2021-05-23
54 min
Dream, Girl
First woman and millennial candidate for the UN Secretary General Election- A conversation with Akanksha Arora
Akanksha has announced her candidacy to challenge the incumbent UN Secretary General in the 2021 UN leadership elections. She shares her journey from refugee grandparents to being a UN audit coordinator, and explains her plans for the future of the UN.
2021-05-09
1h 04
Dream, Girl
Job rejections, university friendship and cultural identity with Faiza Saqib.
Welcome to the episode 4 of Season 2 of the podcast 'Dream, Girl'!! My guest today is Faiza Saqib, an Afghan story-teller and journalist based in London. She has her own talk show called 'Beyond our Bubble', please check it out! I hope you enjoy our conversation as much as we did xx Follow Faiza on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplyf.s?igshid=1mtzba08r8iec
2021-05-02
1h 04
Dream, Girl
South Asian diaspora, colourism and internalised racism with Mehek Bukhari
Mehek is a 23 year old law graduate and podcast host of Brownsplain. She makes really cool videos on tiktok and Instagram. She describes herself as having more opinions than she knows what to do with! She has done some incredible work focused on the experiences of ethnic minorities in the UK. As a second (and a half) generation British South Asian, she grew up on stories of racism within the UK and the horrors of the partition. She is on a mission to discuss issues that are often relegated to the cultural and historical sidelines.
2021-04-25
1h 05
Dream, Girl
Black womanhood, growing up biracial and self-confidence- A conversation with Anna Malaika Tubbs
My guest today is Anna Malaika Tubbs, the author of 'The Three Mothers: How the Mothers of Martin Luther King Jr., Malcolm X, and James Baldwin Shaped a Nation'. She is also a Cambridge PhD. candidate in Sociology and a Bill and Melinda Gates Cambridge Scholar. We talk about black womanhood, motherhood, the wonderful life of these 3 historical characters and the Meghan-Oprah interview!
2021-04-17
1h 05
Dream, Girl
Toxic friendships, self-worth and confused identities- A conversation with Ruby Dhal
My guest today is Ruby Dhal, a public speaker, performer and author of 4 books of poetry, prose and self-help. We talk about the life and struggles of an author, the importance of representation, self-worth and the different types of toxic friendships!
2021-04-09
1h 08
Dream, Girl
Exploring the world of YouTube with Elizabeth Filips.
In this grand finale episode of Season 1, I chat to the new YouTube sensation, Elizabeth Filips, who is a medical student, an artist and an influencer! She shares her experiences of working before going to university, of having an online presence, and about her weird obsession with only owning black clothing.
2021-03-12
1h 09
Dream, Girl
Re-exploring the path to setting up a fitness empire with Mahlaqa Shaukat.
In this episode, I chat to Mahlaqa about the importance of making fitness more accessible to women in Pakistan, and she shares her journey from Oxford to Deloitte to setting up AimFit with her sister Noor, and how they have successfully secured $1 million in seed funding to further expand online and launch their app.
2021-03-06
55 min
Dream, Girl
Discussing the importance of representation of POC in the media industry with Sabreen Ahsan.
In this episode, I chat with Sabreen, the Founder and CEO of PIYA Media, a marketing agency for brands created by People of Colour. We talk about the different routes in to marketing, the ever changing world of the industry and how to level the playing fields when it comes to underrepresented groups. Sabreen also shares her plans with her budding YouTube channel, and we reminisce of our time at Oxford!
2021-02-27
1h 00
Dream, Girl
Discussing how to balance being a cancer researcher and a national level athlete with Dr. Alia Komsany.
In this episode, I welcome Alia, who is now a lightweight rower for Saudi and also works in public health and cancer research at Weill Cornell Medicine in New York. She shares her journey from rowing novice at Oxford to being a national level athlete. We also discuss the challenges of being a female and Muslim athlete. Alia also shares a bit more about her current job in public health, and how COVID has impacted her work so far.
2021-02-21
1h 01
Dream, Girl
Exploring the journey of setting up an affordable but natural skincare line with Ella O'Connor.
In this episode I welcome my Oxford 'college daughter' Ella, who has set up an incredible skincare line. WOW YOU! which is not only naturally powered but also affordable, without compromising on effectiveness. Ella shares the story, the struggles, the highs and the lows of setting up her own business. I have personally tried the products and they are so great, and smell like heaven! We talked about the actual chemistry behind skincare and the ways to scale-up a business from the ground. Ella is also a champion of skin positivity!
2021-02-14
58 min
Dream, Girl
Navigating the world of Investment Banking with spoken word poet Vedika Parikh.
In this episode, I chat to Vedika, who is an incoming investment banker analyst at Bank of America in New York. She shares tips and tricks to securing a job in investment banking, and also shares her experience of setting up Warble, a public speaking training company. She’s also a part-time spoken word poet and is currently doing research for an upcoming historical fiction book.
2021-02-06
1h 03
Dream, Girl
Discussing how to implement the Sustainable Development Goals with Sharbani Sengupta.
This week I have a chat with my fellow WEF Global Shaper Sharbani, about her time as an engineering student in India, as a business planning specialist in France and as a project manager in Germany. We also talk about the different social impact projects to upskill refugees and to mentor social startups. Sharbani also tell us about sharing a stage with Hrithik Roshan!
2021-01-30
51 min
Dream, Girl
Discussing the importance of effective altruism with Dr. Lucia Coulter.
In this episode, Lucia and I chat about her wonderful work in Malawi, as the Director of the Lead Exposure Elimination Project. We chat about her journey from a medical doctor from Cambridge University to co-founding a health policy NGO. We also talk about effective altruism, what it is and how to put it into practice. We also explore the values of being social entrepreneurs, and the challenges of being women entrepreneurs.
2021-01-23
38 min
Dream, Girl
Discussing the ups and downs of setting up a social venture with Jahnvi Jhaveri.
In this episode, I chat with Jahnvi, an actuarial analyst at Willis Towers Watson in London. We explore what failure means to us, what is the job of an actuary, and our shared experience of working with Project Access, an educational charity. We also reminisce our journey of setting up ReShape Co. during the pandemic and our plans moving forward.
2021-01-16
1h 03
Dream, Girl
Exploring the world of FinTech and public relations with Fatema Ebrahim.
In this episode I chat to Fatema, who is the CEO & Founder of Andra Public Relations - A Bahrain-based Public Relations & Corporate Communications firm focused mainly on FinTech. We explore what FinTech really is, the challenges of having a well balanced life as a young entrepreneur, and Fatema shares her experience of setting up her own business in a male dominated industry, and of being appointed by HRH Crown Prince to be part of the board of director for the Bahrain Economic Development Board.
2021-01-09
47 min
Dream, Girl
From surviving cancer to becoming a doctor, an influencer and an athlete with Dr. Molly Hunt.
In this episode, I chat to Molly, who in an incredible inspiration to all of us! She was diagnosed with bone cancer at age 10, but then made her way to becoming a doctor after studying medicine at Cambridge University. Her side hustle is a buzzing food blog and Instagram page 'Cambridge Foodie', she volunteers with the charity Over The Wall and she competes regularly in wheelchair racing, having recently completed the King's Lynn 10K.
2021-01-02
1h 12
Dream, Girl
Being a non-techie woman of colour in tech with Nikita Khandwala.
In this episode, I chat to Nikita, who is a Strategy Analyst at LinkedIn and my wonderful partner behind The WOC Tribe community page on Instagram. We talk about the importance of interdisciplinary thinking, particularly between the humanities and the tech world. We also touch on topics such as the importance of networking, creating content online, as well as the importance of accountability partners.
2020-12-26
1h 00
Dream, Girl
The interplay of policy and actions for the eradication of period poverty with Diksha Nawany.
In this episode, I chat to Diksha who as part of the Dasra Team works on the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation’s Water, Sanitation and Hygiene portfolio in India. More importantly, she shares with us the wonderful project, SAHELI, she has been working on with the World Economic Forum Global Shapers Navi Mumbai Hub, UNICEF India and Jeevan Rath. Please do consider donating on this link to help alleviate period poverty in India.
2020-12-19
55 min
Dream, Girl
Discussing the importance of mental health support with Zsofia Szlamka.
In this episode, Zsofia and I chat about psychology, participatory approaches in international development and cultures. As the new curator of the World Economic Forum Global Shapers Hub in Cambridge, she shares her experience of working on different projects, tackling mental health and women empowerment. We also chat about the importance of well-being as the key to being resilient and adaptable as a professional. And Zsofia shares stories from her various trips as the 'Traveling Psychologist'.
2020-12-12
48 min
Dream, Girl
Discovering the elements of journalism with Mehreen Khan.
In this episode, I welcome Mehreen and we chat about the different paths that can lead to a career as a journalist. She shares her experience of working as a sport reporter, a breaking news reporter and now, as the Brussels correspondent for the Financial Times. We also chat about navigating a male dominated work place, meeting powerful and famous people, and how the news reporting world is changing, adapting to the constantly evolving world of technology.
2020-12-05
1h 00
Dream, Girl
Relearning the ropes of the education system with Nabila Qureshi.
In this episode, Nabila and I chat about the opportunities and challenges that come from studying at Oxford University and as a science teacher, she shares her experience of the effect of the global pandemic on the education system. We also chat about the importance of female role models to the younger generation and the intricacies associated with leveling the playing fields when it comes to access to education.
2020-11-28
1h 00
Dream, Girl
Navigating the intricate network of venture capital investment with Dr. Olivia Nicoletti.
In this episode, I chat to Olivia who after a successful PhD in plasmons at the University of Cambridge, decided to turn to the commercialisation of technology, which eventually led to her current job as an Investment Manager in Italy! We chat about the importance and intricacies of technology transfer to the commercial world and about our shared experiences of being proud members of the RisingWISE family!
2020-11-21
1h 03
Dream, Girl
Exploring the world of academia with Dr. Malavika Nair.
In this episode, I chat to Malavika who is a Junior Research Fellow at the University of Cambridge. We talk about the excitement of being a scientist, the challenges of a career in academia, and about her experience of being in Cambridge throughout her academic journey.
2020-11-14
1h 00
Dream, Girl
Going into space with analogue astronaut Eleonore Poli.
In this episode, I chat to Eleonore who aspires to become an astronaut and we talk about the excitement of going into space, the challenges along the way, and what is it like to dive under a frozen lake in Switzerland.
2020-11-09
1h 08
Dream, Girl
Why I'm starting this podcast ft. Ali Abdaal
In this pilot episode of Dream, Girl, I take the guest seat and discuss the reasons for starting the podcast with my friend Ali Abdaal, and then we have a chat in general about women empowerment and what it means to be a feminist in today's time.
2020-10-31
59 min