Janan Shihadeh
Janan Shihadeh has made her mark creating bespoke pieces for clients all around the world—from murals in Washington D.C., to furniture and candles in Cairo, to transforming old
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The finest things the UAE has to offer, with Gerbou’s Chef Ionel Catau
Co-host Devina Divecha checks out the supper club at Gerbou, with Chef Ionel Catau. Gerbou is a collaboration between Tashkeel and Atelier House Hospitality, with a focus on celebrating of
“Dubai is like a millefeuille. There are layers and layers.” Mohamed Maktabi on the rich history of his family’s business and his passion for storytelling through the intricate artistry of carpets
Hashem catches up with Mohamed Maktabi, the CEO of Iwan Maktabi, the go-to address for rare carpets and textile art in the MENA region. They go back in time as
“Not everybody is going to like me. I’ve accepted that.” Mariana Wehbe on her remarkable journey from a corporate job at DHL to becoming a PR powerhouse and founding WE Design Beirut
Hashem catches up with Mariana Wehbe, the creative force behind MWPR. Renowned for crafting extraordinary events and transformative projects, Mariana shares her journey from surviving the Beirut blast in 2020
Nadine Abdel Ghaffar
I’m joined this week by curator Nadine Abdel Ghaffar, founder of Art d’Egypte. From humble beginnings in 2017, their annual event has become a celebration of art, installations
“There is nothing wrong with romanticizing Cairo.” Mai Eldib on her book ‘Cairo Eternal’ and what makes Cairo magical
Cairo, mon amour! This week Hashem catches up with Sotheby’s veteran Mai Eldib, whose recent book release ‘Cairo Eternal’ was instantly sought after even by the iconic Fifi Abdou.
When you find love you find peace, with Nadine Kanso
Welcome to Season 7 of Savvy Talk, I am excited to bring you leading voices from those shaping Dubai's cultural scene. Today we are joined by Nadine Kanso.
Omniya Abdel Barr
Omniya is an architect and a specialist in cultural heritage conservation, working between Cairo and London. She has worked on some landmark projects in the region, and now divides her
Empathy as a starting point of change, with Zaid Souqi
One Action: Zaid Souqi 0:00 / 0:00 1× We’re joined this week by Zaid Souqi, founder of Orenda Tribe, which is a movement for the youth to create
“Artists are the last truth sayers.” Sunny Rahbar on having a front seat to Dubai’s art scene propelling itself onto the global stage and the unlikely rise of The Third Line in its midst
Hashem catches up with Sunny Rahbar, co-founder of legendary Dubai-based art gallery The Third Line, which is celebrating its 18th year. Our episode quickly morphed into a gem of oral
“Design: If it’s well done, it’s an emotional experience.” Museum of the Future’s Brendan McGetrick on technology and curiosity as human experiences
The Lighthouse Conversations: Brendan McGetrick 0:00 / 0:00 1× 🧡This episode is brought to you by: MonViso, use code LIGHTHOUSE10 for a discount on your next purchase. Our guest
“We feel a trend before it becomes mainstream.” The Bokja founders on why storytelling is central to their brand image
Bokja founders Huda Baroudi & Maria Hibri share hilarious anecdotes of their journey and how they’ve built an iconic brand over 25 years.