The Icon Edit

The Icon Edit

The Icon Edit is a weekly podcast for women who want real conversations about the things that shape our lives - identity, ambition, money, power, relationships, health, confidence, and reinvention. Hosted by Dubai-based Iwona Laub, each episode features honest, unfiltered stories and sharp insights from women who say the quiet part out loud. New episodes every Thursday.

  1. 4 DAYS AGO

    Episode 14 - Becoming Mother | Maddy Scott - Maternity Coach

    Motherhood changes everything, but not enough people talk about what it really does to your identity. In this episode, I sit down with matrescence expert Maddy Scott to talk about the emotional, mental, and relational shift that happens when women become mothers. We discuss grief, loss of self, loneliness, and why this transition can feel so overwhelming even when it is deeply meaningful.

    43 min

  2. 26 MAR

    Episode 13 - The Luxury Travel Insider | Maxime van Gelderen - Luxury Travel Advisor

    Luxury travel isn’t just about expensive hotels. It’s about access, discretion, relationships, and the invisible work that makes everything feel effortless. In this episode of The Icon Edit, I’m joined by Maxime van Gelderen, a luxury travel advisor based in Dubai. We talk about what a luxury travel advisor actually does, how bespoke trips are designed around a client’s lifestyle, and the behind-the-scenes problem solving that turns last-minute requests into seamless experiences.

    45 min

  3. 19 MAR

    Episode 12 - Just Keep Asking | Gloria Esoimeme - Negotiation Expert

    Negotiation does not have to feel like conflict and you do not have to change who you are to ask for more. In this episode of The Icon Edit, I am joined by negotiation expert Gloria Esoimeme. We talk about how to negotiate with confidence, what to say when you hear “there’s no budget,” how to name your number without guilt, and why you should negotiate the full package, not just salary.

    33 min

  4. 12 MAR

    Episode 11 - The Sleep Reset | Julie Mallon - Sleep Expert

    Julie Mallon, founder of Nurture2Sleep, joins The Icon Edit to unpack why so many high-functioning people feel “tired but wired.” We talk stress, nervous system overload, what actually works (and what’s just noise), and simple, science-backed resets to sleep better without turning bedtime into another performance metric.

    42 min

  5. 5 MAR

    Episode 10 - Dubai Staging Secrets | Rym Toumi - Home Stager

    Home staging can make a property feel instantly more expensive and sell or rent faster. In this episode, home staging professional Rym Toumi shares what buyers notice in the first seconds, why “less is luxury,” and the simple tweaks that elevate any space (especially online listings).

    34 min

  6. 26 FEB

    Episode 9 - When It Feels Off | Leah Nicholls - Impulse Self-Defence

    In Episode 9, I’m joined by Leah Nicholls, founder of Impulse Self-Defence, for a practical conversation on what real-world self-defence actually looks like: trusting your intuition, spotting red flags early, using your voice and body language, and setting boundaries without guilt. We break down the fight/flight/freeze response, why training matters, and simple scripts you can use in everyday situations to feel safer and more confident.

    34 min

  7. 19 FEB

    Episode 8 - The Hormone Shift | Sharon James - Menopause Coach

    Perimenopause can start earlier than you think and the symptoms don’t always look hormonal. Menopause Coach & Educator Sharon James joins The Icon Edit to unpack “The Hormone Shift”: the most overlooked signs, what gets misread as stress or burnout, how to track symptoms and advocate for yourself, and what you should know about HRT.

    34 min

  8. 12 FEB

    Episode 7 - Science Over Hype | Athina Theodoridi - Skincare Chemist

    Episode 7 is a science-first skincare deep dive with Athina, a skincare chemist who formulates the products we use every day. We unpack what’s hype vs what actually works, how to protect your skin barrier, and why ingredients like hyaluronic acid can behave differently in Dubai heat and constant AC. Plus: Korean skincare, underrated actives, and a simple routine framework that delivers real results.

    45 min
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The Icon Edit is a weekly podcast for women who want real conversations about the things that shape our lives - identity, ambition, money, power, relationships, health, confidence, and reinvention. Hosted by Dubai-based Iwona Laub, each episode features honest, unfiltered stories and sharp insights from women who say the quiet part out loud. New episodes every Thursday.

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  • Creator
    The Icon Edit
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    15
  • Rating
    Clean
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