AUD Podcast Channel

Khaled Abuljebain

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The AUD podcast channel aims to shed light on the bigger picture. Our goal is to inspire, educate, entertain & to provide YOU with new knowledge & insights.We want to take you BEYOND the classroom & to share inspiring stories from some of the world's greatest minds. From CEO's, Experts, Pioneers of Industry & more to show you that success comes in many forms & that you never stop learning.

2d ago

Foresight Expert: We Shape The Future We Want | Dr. Heba Chehade

Dr. Heba Chehade is a foresight researcher and Head of Foresight Research at the Dubai Future Foundation, one of the world's leading organisations dedicated to anticipating and shaping what comes next. At the intersection of academia, social sciences and strategic foresight, she helps governments, institutions and communities navigate a world defined by uncertainty. In this episode we get into what foresight research actually is and why it matters, we get a deeper insight into the role the Dubai Future Foundation plays in helping shape the future of Dubai, why technology is never a certainty and always an assumption, and what the relationship between young people and the future tells us about the decisions we're making today. Key Learnings: The future isn't predicted, it's prepared for Technology is an assumption, not a certainty The problems we choose to focus on define the future we build Young people are shaping the future today 0:00 Intro 1:04 Dr Heba’s background 6:05 Where Academia Meets Social Sciences 8:28 What Is the Dubai Future Foundation? 13:50 The Global 50 Report 21:00 How Do You Choose Which Problem to Focus On? 24:44 Why Technology Is an Assumption and Uncertainty 27:34 Human-Machine Collaboration and the ICON System 33:33 How to Actually Plan for the Future 37:55 The Link Between Youth and the Future 43:23 Game Changer Learning Follow Dr. Heba: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hebachehade/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dubaifuture/ Stay Tuned For More Inspiring Conversations: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/audpodcastofficial/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@audpodcastchannel Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@AUDubai

48 min
May 14

Teaching: The World’s Most Undervalued Profession | Dr. Sonia Ben Jaafar

Dr. Sonia Ben Jaafar is an education expert, former cancer researcher, and CEO of the Abdulla Al Ghurair Foundation, one of the largest education-focused philanthropic organizations in the Arab world. She walked away from a career in research and stepped into education, driven by a single belief that everyone deserves the opportunity and the resources to learn. In this episode we discuss why teaching is one of the most underappreciated professions in the world, we talk about whether the education system needs reform or a full revolution, how AI is going to disrupt schools faster than anyone is ready for, and what it really means to scale impact without losing the community at the center of it. Key Learnings: The skills you were never taught in school? What makes someone a real teacher? How do you scale without losing people? Is education ready for AI? Follow Sonia: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonia-ben-jaafar-70aba012/ Website: https://www.alghurairfoundation.org/dr-sonia-ben-jaafar/ Stay Tuned For More Inspiring Conversations: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/audpodcastofficial/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@audpodcastchannel Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@AUDubai

1h 8m
Mar 14

TikTok & The Future of the Content Economy | Shant Oknayan

Shant Oknayan is a global technology and strategy leader and the VP of Global Business at Bytedance/Tiktok. He has spent his career at the intersection of innovation, culture, and digital transformation, with experience across consulting, big tech, and emerging platforms, he has helped organizations and governments navigate how technology reshapes industries, economies, and communication. Key Learnings: The Builder vs Optimizer Mindset Technology Disrupts Faster Than Organizations Adapt The Creator Economy Is Reshaping Influence Diversity Drives Innovation Follow Shant: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shant-oknayan/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shantoknayan/ Stay Tuned For More Inspiring Conversations: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/audpodcastofficial/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@audpodcastchannel Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@AUDubai

1h 12m
Feb 14

Women in Leadership: From Imposter Syndrome to Stereotypes | Marisa Kamall

Marisa Kamall is a leadership professional and Founder of GAIA, a community focused on supporting and empowering women. Built on exploring how identity, expectations, and workplace culture shape the way women grow in their careers. In this episode we discuss why many women are impacted by imposter syndrome, the challenges of navigating male-dominated environments, the likability tax, and why real progress for women requires changing systems, not just confidence. Key Learnings: Confidence isn’t an individual problem The “likability tax” affects decision-making Diversity fails without education How community accelerates growth Follow Marisa: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marisakamall/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/gaiarises/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gaia_rises/?hl=en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marisa_kamall_dxb/ Stay Tuned For More Inspiring Conversations: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/audpodcastofficial/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@audpodcastchannel Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@AUDubai

51 min
Jan 14

How to Become a Powerful Communicator | Luca Allam

Luca Allam is an entrepreneur, public speaker, and communication coach with over 20 years of experience in marketing and media. In 2024 he left the corporate world to focus on speaking and coaching full-time, launching the MasterPitch public speaking program and hosting Luca’s Insight Track, an online talk show that has rapidly become one of MENA’s fastest-growing podcasts. Key Learnings: How to reduce your anxiety when public speaking The importance of knowing your audience The secret to winning your next pitch Why you need to build your own brand and treat yourself like a business Follow Luca: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucaallam/ Website: https://lucaallam.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luca.allam/ Youtube: @lucasinsighttrack Stay Tuned For More Inspiring Conversations: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/audpodcastofficial/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@audpodcastchannel Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@AUDubai

52 min
12/14/2025

The Future of Dubai’s Tourism | Jeff Strachan

Jeff Strachan is the Associate VP at the Dubai College of Tourism (DCT), part of the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET). A hospitality expert with over 30 years of industry experience on a mission to train & develop the next generation of Dubai’s tourist facing workforce. Key Learnings: The skills you need to succeed in the hospitality industry How travel will change across the region The true definition of “What is a Tourist?” Dubai’s tourism vision for the future Follow Jeff: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffstrachan/ Website: https://dct.ac.ae/en/ Stay Tuned For More Inspiring Conversations: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/audpodcastofficial/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@audpodcastchannel Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@AUDubai

1h 3m
11/14/2025

The Truth About Hormones & Inflammation | Tina Chagoury

Tina Chagoury is a DHA-license Clinical Dietician, Functional Hormones Expert & Founder of Savoir Anti-inflammatory Meal Plans. She brings over 20 years of experience in weight management and therapeutic nutrition in the UAE helping clients achieve optimal well-being through personalized nutrition strategies and her curated line of anti-inflammatory meal plans. Key Learnings: The dangers and risks of chronic inflammation The importance of shifting your mindset from weight loss to health How to develop a positive relationship with food The benefits of functional nutrition Follow Tina: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-choueiri-chagoury/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tinachagoury/ Website: https://www.tinachagoury.com/ Youtube: @tinadxb Stay Tuned For More Inspiring Conversations: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/audpodcastofficial/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@audpodcastchannel Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@AUDubai

45 min
10/14/2025

Entrepreneurship 101: Your Customer is Your GPS | Mahmoud Bartawi

Mahmoud Bartawi is an Exited Emirati Entrepreneur and Host of BxB Podcast. From learning business lessons at his father’s side to exiting his own brand Under 500, he shares the raw truth behind building from zero, surviving failure, and knowing when to scale. Key Learnings: When to scale your business The struggle entrepreneurs face Where to find your target customer The importance of starting with the exit in mind Follow Mahmoud: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mahmoud-bartawi/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bartawi/ Youtube: @Businesswithbartawi Stay Tuned For More Inspiring Conversations: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/audpodcastofficial/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@audpodcastchannel Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@AUDubai

57 min

The AUD podcast channel aims to shed light on the bigger picture. Our goal is to inspire, educate, entertain & to provide YOU with new knowledge & insights.We want to take you BEYOND the classroom & to share inspiring stories from some of the world's greatest minds. From CEO's, Experts, Pioneers of Industry & more to show you that success comes in many forms & that you never stop learning.

Creator

Khaled Abuljebain
Years Active

2022 - 2026
Episodes

45
Rating

Clean
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