Lovin Meets: Recent Episodes
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Lovin Meets is a video series where Lovin Dubai meets the celebrities & stars coming to Dubai, giving our community an insight into their lives, and what they truly love about Dubai.
David Mahony, the conductory at Ministry of sound which is bringing a live show to Dubai this weekend!
Maha Abouelenein on Self-Reliance: Hustle Culture, Personal Branding, and Working for Free
The ONE Development Vision: AI Innovation And Star Power In Dubai’s Thriving Real Estate Market
Fitness Icon Kayla Itsines Talks Mindset, Self-Talk And Harsh Truths Of The Fitness Industry
Women in Business: Navigating Challenges, Salary Negotiation And Success Strategies With Decisive Zone
Exploring Sensory Sensitivities: With Award-Winning Filmmaker Joe Alexander On DETERMiNED
Real Housewives of Dubai Star Saba Yussouf Talks Show Drama, Million Dollar Nuptials & Business Success
Sarah Al Madani: Empowering Emirati Women, Family Life, and The Real Housewives of Dubai
Adnan Zafar known for his striking resemblance to the iconic Ken Doll and has become a social media sensation. But there's more to his journey than meets the eye.
Reema Mahajan Who Helped Building a Vibrant Community of 100,000 Indian Women in the UAE
Celebrating Pakistan's Independence Day His Excellency Ambassador of Pakistan Faisal Niaz Tirmizi
Is He Concerned? The Creator Of "Isn't That Concerning" On Internet Fame, Viral Clips & Advice For Content Creators
- The UAE Rolls Out Its First Ever Official Lottery!
- New 'Silent Radars' Will Catch Traffic Violations
- Robots Will Soon Be Delivering Your Food & Shopping In Dubai
- The Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony Received Divided Opinions In The UAE
Joined by Sahil Kumar And Sayli Salvi From Decisive Zone. Today, we're digging deep into UAE Visa regulations, the unified GCC tourist Visa and answering any questions you may have about visas in the UAE.
Incredible violinists, twins Meera and Jeeda. These talented musicians began their journey at the tender age of five and have since graced stages from small school events to the prestigious Dubai Opera
Mr. Sahil Senior advisor of Decisive Zone. Today, we're discussing new visa types and the latest updates on visas you need to be aware of
Kashmira Motiwalla, VP of Group Loyalty at Majid Al Futtaim, has over 30 years in customer loyalty. She developed SHARE, a digital-first platform uniting Majid Al Futtaim's ecosystem with a unified currency and helped establish Emirates' Skywards program.Awarded the 2024 Global Loyalty Leaders Award, her work emphasizes customer choice and flexibility, driving significant revenue growth and industry accolades she's here to tell us all about it!
Diverse Kids 4 Yesses! We will be talking to the super-talented group of Dubai kids who made it to the Britain's Got Talent stage!
Welcome back to the Lovin Dubai Show! Today’s guest is Robert Farquhar, Senior Executive Officer of PRYPCO Blocks, to unveil the innovative concept of fractional ownership. We'll explore how PRYPCO Blocks is making Dubai's property market even more attractive to investors here and abroad - welcome to the show!
Egyptian Ferrari Driver, Mohaamed Hamdi, Rescues Elderly Man From Drowning In Dubai Floods
Understanding Mental Health Challenges As We Get Insights from Family Medicine Consultant Haider Ali
Welcome back to the Lovin Dubai Show! Today, we're honored to have Mohamed Alaydaroos joining us on the show. Mohamed's story is one of resilience and inspiration. Stay tuned as we learn more about Mohamed's journey and the impact he's making in the world.
With an aim to dfistribute 1,500 meals per day, the Holy Month of Ramadan isa busy time for our next guest. Sheida is a compassionate volunteer from goodwill a Licensed initiatives giving iftar meals daily in Ramadan.
Blu Fiefer Has Been Announced As The Latest Featured Artist On Ethara's Regional Artist Spotlight
Welcome back to the Lovin Dubai Show! On this Valentine's Day special, we have a top relationship awareness coach Samar Hajir. Known as "The Healer of Hearts," Samar has over 16 years experience specializing in life coaching, focusing on relationships, awareness, spirituality, childhood traumas, and women empowerment. Welcome to the show!
Meet Omar Gull Who Transformed Dubai's Skyline with AED 425M Woodland ResidenceWelcome back to The Lovin Dubai Show. Today we have Omar Gull, Managing Partner at AMIS, a real estate visionary leading the AED 425 million Woodland Residences project in Dubai. With a track record of USD 20 billion in sales, Omar held key roles at Emaar and DAMAC, boasting a decade of expertise across 30 countries.
Welcome Back to The Lovin Dubai Show! Today we're joined by none other than Tracy Harmoush
Basel Laughs Talks TikTok Bans and Biggest Wins
Welcome back The Lovin Dubai Show! Our next guest is actor and content creator, known for his uproarious TikTok content with over 124 million likes. Last time we had him on the show before he was banned on TikTok but he's up and running - welcome back to the show Basel Gazioglu aka Basel Laughs
Welcome back to the Lovin Dubai Show! Our next guest is on a journey to revolutionise inclusion and accessibility in Dubai, Nawal founded Massiraa in 2017, a agency dedictaed to universal acccessibilityt Welcome back to the show Nawal
Welcome back to the lovin Dubai Show, we're now joined by the one, the only, OG influencer making headlines for her appearance on Dubai Bling Season 2, we're going to dig into fame, love and matchmaking - welcome to the show!
Today, we're joined by the comedic talent Shwan Chidiac, aka "my parents are divorced." He's taking the stage to kick off Omid Djalili - Namaste Live in Dubai at Rashid Hall, DWTC but before that we're here to get to know the man behind those viral videos!
Welcome back to the Lovin Dubai Show! Today, we've got the multi-talented Kindy Man in the studio, comedian, actor, and content creator. Get ready for some laughs and good vibes as we chat with the man himself!
Our guest today is Ebraheem Al Samadi, a visionary entrepreneur and friend of the show, star of the Netflix show season 2 Dubai bling - welcome back to the show!
Welcome back to the Lovin Dubai Show! Our next guest has called Dubai home for 17 years. She has the knack for taking internet trends and blasting them with her own unique style of comedy - Welcome to the show Leyla Afshonkar!
Today, we have an extraordinary guest with us, Dubai-based billionaire and chairman of RSG Group, Balvinder Singh Sahni, also known as Abu Sabah. Renowned for his passion for luxury cars and unique number plates, including the iconic 'Dubai 5,' is valued at over Dh 33 million.
Welcome back to the 'Lovin Dubai Show'! Larko is an inspiring musician who has been making waves in the music scene, overcoming challenges with remarkable determination Welcome to the show John Larkins AKA Larko!
Ukrainian Artist Anna Chekh Talks Phygital Art & Dubai As InspirationWelcome back to the Lovin Dubai Show! Today, we have an artist whose art is deeply influenced by Dubai. Her horse characters and international aspirations were sparked by her experiences at Art Dubai, while a chance encounter with Prince Fazza inspired a memorable portrait. Anna has chosen Dubai as the debut location for her latest art collection, reflecting her strong connection to the city's vibrant art scene.
LIVE With The Incredible Cast Of The Great Circus Of Europe!Welcome back to the Lovin Dubai Show! Today, we have something truly amazing to share with you. "The Great Circus of Europe" which is Europe's LARGEST touring circus is in Al Ain right now until December 16 - it's a breathtaking fusion of timeless circus traditions and cutting-edge performances and on the show today we have... Serik, the incredible acrobat and Tent Master.Sandra, the charismatic Ringmaster and General Manager.Leia, the enchanting dancer.Leidy, the fearless Female Globerider.
Yana Leventseva Talks The Pros & Cons Of Instagram Success & Becoming A MomWelcome back to the Lovin Dubai Show! Our next guest has taken Instagram by storm. A talented model, photographer, makeup artist, and travel blogger. With over 1M followers, she's not only one of the most popular Instagram stars but also she opened her own restaurant in Bali. Welcome to the show Yana Leventseva!
Kelsey Wells Empowers Women With Healthy Lifestyle TransformationsPersonal trainer, wife and mother, our next guest is an unstoppable fitness trainer who's main aim is to help women build self-confidence through a healthy lifestyle - Welcome to the show Kelsey Wells!
The Newest Real Housewives Of Dubai Star Talks Fitness, Music and Season 2 Tea!Welcome back to the Lovin Dubai show! Today, we have a special guest. She began her career in music, performed for Pope John Paul II before She moved to Dubai in 2014. She's the newest cast member to join The Real Housewives of Dubai' Season 2! Welcome to the show Taleen Marie
Welcome back to the Lovin Dubai Show, with us, Alina, founder of Angel Cakes. She's redefining sweet treats with healthy recipes that blend organic, vegan, and gluten free options. Her creations have earned praise from Bloomberg and The New York Times, and Angel Cakes now boasts four cafes and one cake factory in MENA. Let's dive into the delicious world of Angel Cakes with Alina!
Experience the fascinating world of Japanese culture Japan Culture Con - A thrilling 3-day exploration of authentic Japanese culture, lifestyle, and cuisine happening from November 10 - 12 at Burj Park - Here to tell us why this event is so special, we're joined by Mr. Keisaku Nishida (CEO West Field Event Management, Mr. Koichi Sato Event Organizer and we'll also be joined by Ms. Kazuki Tanaka who will interpret for us!
Abdu Rozik Reveals Bigg Boss’s Best Kept Secrets And Opens Up About Salman Khan Welcome back to the lovin dubai show, right now we’re joined by Abdu Rozik, the Tajikistani star who’s not just strumming his guitar but also some major heartstrings in Bigg Boss Season 16. The diverse actor/singer/boxer shows his fan following of 9 million + that he can do it all. And now we finally have him in our studios! Welcome Abdu Rozik!
Entrepreneur Dr Harmeek Singh On His Secret To Success & Dubai Women's RunIndustry leader, entrepreneur and philanthropist our next guest is Founder & Owner, Plan b GroupRace Chairman, Dubai Women’s Run -welcome to the show Dr Harmeek Singh!
Corporate Tax Made Simple With VirtuzoneConfused about UAE corporate tax? Well, So are we! So're about to dive into the wild world of UAE corporate taxes with the help of an expert - We have John Casey, MANAGING DIRECTOR AT VIRTUZONE ACCOUTING AND TAX on the show - VIRTUZONE who have made an incredible pledge that could see you get a FREE corporate tax package worth AED5k! Welcome to the show!
Today, we're joined by Dr. Aydah Al Awadhi, Consultant Medical Oncologist and Chairperson of the breast cancer working group under the Emirates Oncology Society... She's answering your key questions regarding breast cancer. Welcome to the show
Introducing... DXB Hun! This Dubai hun started her career in Dubai as a teacher 5 years ago, now a fullly-fledged blogger, she's going to reveal dubai's best kept secrets and the secrets to her success! Welcome to the show Coral Stevens
Oran O’Kelly On Motorsports And The Dakar RallyWelcome back to the Lovin Dubai Show, The Dakar Rally is considered o be one of the toughest and most prestigious events in the world of motorsport and ight now we’re joined by the first Irishman to compete in the Dakar Rally since its move to Saudi Arabia in 2020. Welcome to the show Oran O’Kelly
Naila Kiani Sets New Record: 7 Summits in 7 MonthsLadies and gentlemen, meet Naila Kiani, the Dubai-based, Pakistani-born supermom who's not only been conquering mountains but breaking records in the process! She recently conquered her seventh 8,000-meter peak in just seven months AND, and she's now completed ten out of the fourteen 8,000-meter peaks in a little over two years.Welcome to the show!
we’re joined by the enigma who is Ebraheem Al Samadi! He’s the Founder & CEO of Forever Rose Cafe, the main cast member of Dubai Bling (for which season 2 will be dropping in just a few short weeks on Netflix) and a social media king!
Our guest today is a Dubai-based cosmetic expert. She will shed light on the remarkable advancements in 3D Areola Restoration for breast cancer survivors, showcasing the cutting-edge techniques of medical micro-pigmentation utilized in enhancing their recovery journey. Welcome to the show Chelsea Gregory!
Tackling Speech & Language Therapy With Hope AMC's Mary KiteouToday we're tackling Speech and language development in children in the Early Years: with Hope AMCs speech and language therapist Mary Kiteou - This is a profession that plays a fundamental role in enhancing communication and transforming lives. Welcome to the show!
Shining A Light & Honoring Baby Loss Awareness WeekPregnancy, for most people, is meant to be one of the most wonderful times in their lives. But for some families their dreams and hopes of new beginnings are cruelly cut short. Baby loss is not often talked about in a wider sphere, however it's likely you know someone who has been affected by it. Love through loss supports Baby Loss Awareness week and her to tell us more about it, Cassie Destino of IVF Support UAE and Pregnancy and Parenthood Support Specialist Lala Langtry White. Welcome to the show.
Welcome back to the Lovin Dubai Show, right now we’re joined a man who is the epitome of entertainment. A favorite among the Desi community for his relatable content, dance moves, energy and exceptional acting talent. With an every growing fanbase, we’re thrilled to have Ricky Singh on the Show
Talking Teeth With Dr. Anas Aloum, Hikma Medical Center Hikma Medical Center has over 40 years legacy of offering safe and efficient dental care in Abu Dhabi. Dr. Anas
Talking Supercross Ahead Of The FIM World Supercross Abu Dhabi Grand PrixCalling all super cross fans, Abu Dhabi is hosting its very first international Supercross event, The FIM World Supercross Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, on November 4 and 5 at the Etihad Arena on Yas Island. To tell us more about it, were joined by two super cross super stars, Anthony Rodriguez & Max Anstie. Welcome to the show!
In a city that prides itself on innovation, our next guest is part of a company which pioneers just that .Ronan Barry is Chief CORA officer with AIR - advanced Inhalation Rituals - welcome to the show!
Dr. Saliha Afridi's Tips On Dealing With Childhood Disorders School anxiety, playground triggers, advice for parents... Today, we are joined by Dr Saliha Afridi,Clinical Psychologist andco-Founder and Managing Director of Lighthouse Arabia to help us look at some issues parents and kids might be facing, her purpose is to give you the courage to address these challenges – and to guide you on a path to happiness. Welcome back to the show
Our guests today recently came vabk 39 days at sea in a row boat, rowing a total of 2,800 miles through every weather condition known to man.. and all for a good cause. Welcome to the show Paris Norris and Harry Amos
Are you saving in Dubai? As summer comes to an end, it marks the end of an era: a time to start all over again. This is the perfect time to get into the best financial form possible, and who better to speak to than a Dubai financial Guru, Wali Khan.
Romilly Is On A Mission To Save StraysWelcome back to The Lovin Dubai show, and welcome to Romilly, a student with a heart of gold and a passion for making the world a better place. Proving how one person can create real impact, her compassion for animals is truly inspiring as she goes above and beyond to raise funds for our furry friends
You might know our next guest by her IG handle My fash Diary, a legit OG Dubai blogger, she's also a DJ with skills and has opened for the likes of Dua Lipa, Lana Del Rey, Lewis Hamilton’s championship party at F1
Headline making, guinness world record-breaking, royal commissions, lunar ambitions, and most importantly, art of a cause, meet Sacha Jafri!
Our guest today is the poster child for perseverance and has proven that when there’s a will, there’s a way. Determined to come back to Dubai, AT spent 5 months saving up for the trip and juggled 6 different job roles and has vlogged every step along the way - A Creator Proves How Special Dubai Is Without The Glitz And Glam.
“Real conversations with real people” -Our guest today has taken 14 years of experience in the media industry. She’s the host of Lets Talk DXB, a podcast that looks past the glitz and the glam of the big city, and is based on real, raw and unfiltered stories of the people of Dubai.
Our guest today has got her own back on scam callers with a viral video that's just racked up 14 MILLION views. Not just that, she's open about her journey to finding confidence, and fast becoming a voice for Asian women im the workplace
With us today is a guest that needs no introduction, she's a singer, song-writer, actress, radio host and one-fifth of only the BIGGEST girl group of all time. She is the one and only Emma Bunton, here to discuss her latest project Kit&Kin, that's made its way to Dubai. Welcome to the show
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Imagine your first ever comedy gig was in front of 800 dentists... Ali Al Sayed is co-founder of Dubomedy but here's what makes HIM laugh, why stage heckling is actually a good thing and his upcoming Middle East tour.
Omar Borkan is the man who was reportedly kicked out of Saudi for being too handsome... but here's what REALLY happened @omarborkan joins EP 16 of The LOVIN Show #lovindubai
How the Paddyman turned a drinks business into becoming one of the most successful Irish entertainers in the Middle East, impromptu COVID gigs, and the origins of Hotel Burj Khalifa
The Lovin Show sits with Samantha Wood, one of the city's most prominent food writers and the founder of Foodiva. A great chat about how the website evolved over the last decade, its strict 'no freebies' policy (in a market FULL of freebies) and a great insight into how some restaurants don't accept feedback with grace, others don't accept it at all and how Foodiva maintains its authenticity.
Caroline Labouchere is a Dubai resident who found a new lease in her fifties and is inspiring other women to do the same . Encouraging you to be your best self, she also uses her platform to touch on taboo subjects mass media can miss. A Dubai resident for years, grab a cuppa and have a listen to this week’s episode of The Lovin Show and hear why Casey was inspired to get in touch with her mum. Find it in podcast format on Spotify/Anghami/Apple Podcasts/ Google podcast, find it in video format on Facebook/Twitter/Youtube
From a young age, Areej aspired to become a professional footballer and succeeded in her ambitions as she is now a part of the UAE National Football Team. During the interview, she expressed how every time she steps out for the national anthem she feels major ‘butterflies’ and the feeling never gets old. When asked about her top two moments this is what Areej had to say,
“My two moments is when you score or when your team scores for the national team, it’s such an amazing feeling! And national anthem, when you line up and start singing the national anthem, you get butterflies. I can’t explain the feeling, you get so excited and hyped up.”
An enlightening conversation with Anjaan, who described the REAL meaning of healing. He aims to bring balance and value to people's lives through his work.
The talented Shebani. During lockdown, she recorded, filmed and edited her new single, Higher. Now she's taking a much-needed break. Not just a beautiful voice, she's the manager, the admin, the PR.... the creative AND the business. Now, she's sitting back and taking time to concentrate on the music. Her new single Higher is out now. Give it a listen @ShebaniMusic
A strong voice promoting body-acceptance in the UAE, Danae Mercer is responsible for an Insta account with more than 1.2 million followers where she promotes self-love and body acceptance. Her goal is to 'lift the curtain' back on the reality of Instagram and she's steadily growing the largest online community of body-confident women in the UAE.
From meeting Jason Derulo to hobnobbing with Fazza, the UAE is an interesting place to be a magician. Magic Phil, one of the UAE's top magicians spilled the beans on his intriguing career, his new children's book and, most importantly, how to make a straw REALLY disappear 😊 #lovindubai @1magicphil
"The reason we're talking about modest fashion today is because of these modest fashion bloggers who catapulted this niche underground trend into this mainstream movement".
Hafsa Lodi is a journalist and author of Modesty: A Fashion Paradox and her book is an investigation into the global rise of modest fashion. A style we're used to in Dubai, but in the last decade brands worldwide have latched on, for better or for worse. In this episode of The Lovin Show, Hafsa discusses the broad definition of modest fashion, modest fashion as a movement, why some influencers have made a bigger impact than others and which brands are actually getting it right.
“I know have a responsibility to be transparent with my followers... that it’s not all so realistic”
‘Influencers,’ ‘content creators,’ ‘bloggers’...today’s internet celebs: Mr Moudz is one of the OG UAE content creators; starting his career as a buyer in Level Shoes and now a luxury lifestyle content creator who travels worldwide. In the few years since content creators have found mega fame and become household names, Mr Moudz aka Mahmoud has learned to create his own boundaries, choose his words carefully and ensure he shows both sides of his life; the glam parts and the real parts. Move to 21.40 to see The Mr Moudz Zoom Closet - 3 pieces that mean a lot... it’s just as fabulous as you’d expect
‘Virtual training gives you the confidence to follow something on your own”
COVID-19 has meant the closing of gyms... but Dubai-based fitness personality Salma Ismail sees Virtual Training becoming the next big thing. She talked about how she deals with negative body comments, her involvement with the Ramadan Month of Good campaign and training in car parks in this week’s episode of The Lovin Show
Nathan Eccleston was 25 when he left professional football... "I had to make a logical decision rather than an emotional one, against everybody... my mum and dad were like, "you can still play", but at the time I got to the stage where I lost love for the game". With his eyes on a business empire from early on and a move to Dubai in the making, Eccleston is now the co-founder of lifestyle fitness brand Peaches Sport. Hear how he got to this point on The Lovin Show
"I don't think this is for everyone. People think it's easy to just quit your job and follow your passion"
Coping with self-isolation, discovering a love for the outdoors, an injury that left her in a wheelchair for four months, how the outdoors became her therapy and ultimately leaving a desk job to follow her passion. Thank you @monkyseemonkydo for sharing your story on The Lovin Show
Now more than ever, we should try and focus on mental health well-being. This week on The Lovin Show we were joined by Ebru Goksu Yildirim to talk discuss recommendations for people isolating alone, how parents can somehow balance their current work/parental/life load and how you can help you community
'There wasn't an "I'm good at this" for a long time actually. I had to try very hard... 'cus everyone's like, 'oh that's the young kid'. Which little did they know I actually took it a little bit further than a lot of the older generation'.
Born in Syria, raised in Saudi and one of the biggest names on the local music scene and beyond, it was great to have @MohFlowMusic on The Lovin Show this week talking Faith, his most recent EP and what he describes as an incredible unity among the Dubai music community right now #lovindubai
Kristel Bechara on feminism: "I try to depict women throughout their lives, the experiences we go through, showing her in her diff forms, whether she was in pain, happy, strong, all kind her emotions. Women we are very versatile so this is how I like to represent her and showing her in her different walks of life"
"People are much kinder in Dubai. I've modelled in New York, I've modelled in Africa it's not as easy as in Dubai, people are much nicer, the fashion industry is good here".' Chanel Ayan broke the mould as the first black model in Dubai when she arrived over a decade ago. Now, she's built a hugely successful career and is proud to live and work in a city which is so open to diversity.
"It's nice to talk to someone I've been in isolation for a couple of days" As the majority of Dubai experiences self-isolation for the first time, The Lovin Show had its first Zoom interview, with Dubai-based fitness expert Rob Sharpe. With an app that encourages home workouts to his name, (@trainsharpe) Rob acknowledged it's a strange cross-over to fully training at home, but it's not all about working out, it's about keeping a routine, staying motivated and staying positive #lovindubai #stayhome
“They say you have to hit rock bottom to get back up. Well, I hit rock bottom super hard. Lost $1.5 million in an investment, my father passed away, lost a love relationship, got diagnosed with diabetes all at the same time….. So I started cramming myself with positive messaging to rewire my brain”. Psychologist Hiba Balfaqih consumed positive content religiously before turning it on its head with her own philosophy, Mind Hacking. Hear her story on this week’s The Lovin Show #lovindubai
Can 5 dominos change your life?
Omar Al Duri joined the Lovin Show to talk about RESET, his domino philosophy (and published book) that works as a passport for mental and physical health 🙌@omaralduri #lovindubai
When you get a coupon to trial one month at a dance studio... and turn that into your life's work. Pierre Khadra has choreographed shows for MTV, reached the finals on “So You Think You Can Dance” (Arabia) and worked with the likes of Ricky Martin and Andrea Bocelli to Elissa, Tamer Hosni, Nancy Ajram, and more. And now, if you've been to SKY. 20 he's the man that puts those insanely cool, (industry-leading) performances together. Thanks for doing your best to teach us how to whip and nae nae.
Jalal Luqman is the author of a graphic fantasy novel, the pioneer of digital art in the region and he's displayed his work at museums worldwide... but most importantly, an absolute legend to chat to. Had so many laughs this week, come back any time!
The story of how they met sounds like destiny 😍
Nadine aka @glorygirlfit has lived in Dubai for almost 17 years. 2 years ago she met @fitlikeric and this year they'll leave Dubai. Together, they aim to inspire people to live well and put simply; how to be good humans. If you're interested in personal growth and a self-reflective journey, pop on your headphones, sit back and give this a listen #lovindubai @ricardoandnadine
Sumayyah AlSuwaidi was a trailblazer when she first begged for a computer and Adobe Photoshop at just 16 years old, (this was the year the internet came to the UAE for the very first time) and not much has changed since. With creativity at the heart of everything she does, Sumayyah works in fashion, jewellery, art and digital media. Thanks for sharing your story @sumayyahalsuwaidi #lovindubai
Nicole is Dubai's most famous personal shopper and stylist 😍
The lady behind @nicole_ontrend has stories to tell. How she fell into a position of a personal shopper to the city's elite, the story behind some controversial Insta posts and the key investment pieces your wardrobe will thank you for
LISTEN: "Food was my therapy... it was my saviour'" Zahra Abdalla, aka Cooking With Zahra, went from blogger to TV chef, to author, to cooking entrepreneur but it hasn't always been an easy path. Great to have a genuinely kind and talented Dubai chef AND the brains behind @Zahra's Kitchen join the show this week #lovindubai
Introducing Yuliana Grasman, aka Afra Drift. The world's first 4×4 female drifter and she lives in Dubai. Taking on the adrenaline-fuelled sport just two years ago, Afra's skill has taken her to various rallies across the Middle East, seen her living in the desert for 28 days surviving on little food, and now she's bracing herself with new challenges for the year to come.
LISTEN: With a lot of money at stake and many fakes floating about, Sevgi Eren has her work cut out as a diamond expert and trainer. She's also a Dubai resident who doesn't sit still, an extraordinary businesswoman with a love for Harley-Davidsons.
LISTEN: Take inspiration from Lara Tabet.
Previously a presenter on Dubai’s first-ever English TV channel, Lara’s career in media includes meeting the world’s biggest celebs, (cough Morgan Freeman, cough George Clooney) working with couture designers, being awarded Global Influencer of the year, working as a luxury brand ambassador, to establishing her own brand; Lara’s non-stop work ethic could be bottled and sold.
Imagine your first ever comedy gig was in front of 800 dentists... Ali Al Sayed is co-founder of Dubomedy but here's what makes HIM laugh, why stage heckling is actually a good thing and his upcoming Middle East tour.
LISTEN: The perfect Christmas present for HH Sheikh Hamdan? Arzoo Malhotra joins The Lovin Show for the Christmas Special. To talk about the Dubai comedy scene, the first time she realised she was funny, and how a Dubai audience is actually the best audience for any comedian to go up against.
It takes guts to upload personal videos, but it can pay off. And Manal Muffin is the proof. Truly an OG of the beauty 'fluencers here in Dubai, her accidental viral success is the stuff of YouTuber dreams. She joined The Lovin Show to talk about the realities of the beauty industry, makeup challenges and the home beauty trends that actually work.
🎤🎤LISTEN: Suki Lu moved to Dubai seven years ago, in that time she mastered Arabic, overcame challenging roles, interviewed celebs, met Dubai royalty... and her style credentials speak for themselves: She once was personally invited by Karl Lagerfeld to sit FR at Paris Fashion Week. Suki Lu joined this week's episode of The Lovin Show to talk the contents of her handbag and more...
🎤🎤 LISTEN: Odd J-pop rituals, and how an unlikely meeting on JBR led to the formation of Hollaphonic. Olly, one half of the Dubai based DJ duo which has taken East Asia by storm (storm being a major understatement), talks about conquering Thailand, China, Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur and more on this week's Lovin Show 🙌
Combining one million followers, life as a new mum, and an amazing attitude to dealing with social media haters, Zeynab El-Helw is a down-to-earth fashion influencer carving her own path with new brands.
"I hear from a lot of people I'm the first Emirati girl they've spoken to..
..and that's a big responsibility for me. I don't want to take that lightly.. and to represent the amazing women we have in our community" An eye-opening chat with the first Emirati aerialist Yasmin Bake #lovindubai
"Don't do it for the money, do it for the passion" DJ and manager at Anghami @Mark_Shakedown on The Lovin Show this week talking about his passion for music and how he realised he needed to make a career out of it.
"I thought about that near-death experience a lot"....
Marcus Smith's name is famous in Dubai thanks to running 30 marathons in 30 days last year. But that's just the tip of the iceberg for his fitness achievements. Marcus joined the Lovin Show to talk about completing the legendary Marathon de Sables (an 156 miles endurance challenge through the Sahara desert) to the time he was hit by a truck, left with seven broken ribs, a collapsed lung, 80km for the nearest hospital. Thanks for joining us Marcus!
The Halloween Special: Sabine Sassine is a TV host with an amazing career in the media industry under her belt. From interviewing celebs to nail-biting TV moments, Sassine shared all!!
A Lebanese TV presenter and fashion influencer, Tamara Jamal shares the inspiration behind her sneaker collaboration with FIFA Middle East, being an influencer in the region and what she would've done professionally had she not gotten into fashion.
From Big Hass's inspirational backstory to advising young and upcoming talent in the region as well as talking and bringing awareness about the stigmas surrounding autism, catch the entire conversation with Saudi's top hip-hop RJ right here!
In this week's episode of The Lovin Show, the first Emirati national pro golf player @ahmedalmusharakh details his goals for the future. He also shares what it's like meeting his idol, Tiger Woods years back and paving the path for future golfers in the region.
In this week's episode of The Lovin Show, Irish singer @garideegan details how supportive the music community is in Dubai. He also gave The Lovin Show hosts an acappella moment, singing to John Legend!
Moe Jabry, aka ‘Moe Money’ is living that adrenaline-filled luxe life here in the UAE and came onto the LOVIN Show this week to give us an insight into his everyday life. From food to influencers get all the low down right here!🙌
It takes years to get this good. Dubai mentalist and magician Atlas Ibrahim dropped some serious mentalist work and revealed only his mum knows the secret to his success on this week's episode of The LOVIN Show #lovindubai
Dubai-based student Oliver Nakakande just WON Miss Uganda. She joined The LOVIN Show and described the spine-tingling moment she actually won the crown!
Omar Borkan is the man who was reportedly kicked out of Saudi for being too handsome... but here's what REALLY happened @omarborkan joins EP 16 of The LOVIN Show #lovindubai
The first curvy model in the Middle East explains the struggles she had to face as a younger girl, and overcoming them to empower all Arab women to embrace their curves.
Verified! Lavina Israni is a social media star in Dubai. In this episode of The LOVIN Show, she debunks some common industry misconceptions
Known as 'The Suit Guy' on Instagram, Ali Muhammed shares his start on content creation, what inspires him and advice for other aspiring content creators in the region. With incredible OOTD looks, an honest approach to brand deals and an optimistic mindset- watch this week's episode of The Lovin Show where @aliimuhd tells all!