JGE Talks

Lee Johnston and Kelly Johnston
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Jumeirah Golf Estates, a place full of beautiful homes, stunning golf courses and a lifestyle that makes this is true community. But what makes a community... The people!! There are some incredible people within and connected to the community so now it's time to hear from them with our show JGE Talks. Hosted by Lee & Kelly Johnston, we will be talking in detail with those associated with the community to hear about their journey, successes, ups and downs, what has brought them to JGE and much much more. Available on all major podcast platforms Sponsored by ⁠Fairway Homes Real Estate⁠

  1. 10/25/2025

    A roaring success story from the Olympics to business owner in London and Dubai

    A three time olympian and founder of Roar Fitness, Sarah Lindsay has had the competitive edge from a young age, helping her to thrive in the worlds of sport and business. Now calling Jumeirah Golf Estates in Dubai home, finding a new passion in the form of golf and continuing the success of Roar Fitness in London and Dubai, Sarah shares her story openly and honestly as we discuss the successes along with a few challenges faced along the way. An inspiration to many and an all round great person to work and spend time with. Connect with Sarah via instagram here

    38 min

  2. 10/10/2025

    Back to back JGE Club Championships whilst navigating clients through the Dubai property investment world

    A well known member of the Jumeirah Golf Estates Club thanks to his success on the course winning back to back mens club championships in 2024 and 2025 along with the Mens Open in 2024 Tom Stephenson can clearly play golf but he's also heavily involved with the Dubai Real Estate market, guiding investors from all over the world through the process and advising them on what to look out for as well as what to avoid. Discussing his journey to Dubai, ways of doing business in the city and top tips for the golf course including a slightly more unconventional, yet successful, way of preparing for the round. Connect with Tom via LinkedIn here

    45 min

  3. 09/26/2025

    Who Dares Wins: Turning Breaking Points into Breakthroughs

    In this episode, we dive into the Who Dares Wins mindset — forged in the world of Special Forces and applied to everyday life. From surviving extreme pressure on the battlefield to breaking through mental barriers in business and personal growth, discover how turning breaking points into breakthroughs can redefine what’s possible. We also discuss how life in Dubai and calling Jumeirah Golf Estates Homes is propelling Ollie to new heights both personally and professionally as he thrives amongst like minded individuals within the city. Expect raw lessons on resilience, fear, performance, and the power of daring to go beyond your limits. Connect with Ollie via instagram here and find out more about BreakPoint here

    49 min

  4. 09/12/2025

    Revolutionizing the fitness industry for women in Saudi Arabia on her way to becoming CEO of PureGym Middle East

    Jumeirah Golf Estates resident Susan started her Middle East journey in Saudi Arabia, helping to set up the first chain of women's gyms in the kingdom on her way to becoming CEO of the hugely recognizable fitness brand PureGym, all whilst traveling back and forth from the UK before eventually settling on Dubai as a place to call home, eventually growing her family as well as continued professional success. A passionate fitness enthusiast and a powerhouse in the boardroom, Susan shares her story of combining her passion with the challenges faced building a fitness revolution for women and a well known British brand in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. With Jumeirah Golf Estates now a place she appreciatively calls home, Susan after stepping down from PureGym, continues her fitness journey with Precision Health Group and continues with her drive to impact the industry and the lives of many. Connect with Susan via Linkedin here

    49 min

  5. 08/29/2025

    A day in the life as Club Manager at the famous Jumeirah Golf Estates Golf & Country Club

    From London to Scotland to Saudi and now to Jumeirah Golf Estates, Dan Naudo is thriving in his role as Club Manager at JGE bringing a wealth of experience and having a truly positive impact since his arrival to the club in January 2025 Dan shares his story on the journey so far which has seen him work at some of the best golf courses in the world on his way to becoming an integral part of the growth at JGE. We discuss the experiences, challenges, family life, why Dubai and JGE caught his eye, how he manages life with his family currently in a different country, the DP World Tour Championship as Club Manager and of course... what's next for the club at JGE You can connect with Dan via his LinkedIn profile here

    30 min

  6. 08/15/2025

    The trials and tribulations of life as JGE Ladies Club Captain with Tanya Harrison

    Honored as JGE Ladies Club Captain 2025, Tanya shares the behind the scenes insight as ladies club captain as well as the story of her journey to Dubai. From South Africa, to the UK and then to Dubai, Tanya thrives by managing family life with her endless commitment to the golf club at JGE and in particular the ladies section, whilst also finding time to sharpen her golf skills... which happen to be pretty good as they are. We also touch on the upcoming DP World Tour Championship and the role of a club captain during the week. A truly well respected and thought of member within the community of JGE, pleasure to have Tanya on the show. Connect with Tanya via LinkedIn here

    46 min

  7. 07/25/2025

    From professional football to real estate professional, from Wigan to JGE... what and where does Andrew prefer?

    From Wigan to Dubai, from the football pitch to the golf course at Jumeirah Golf Estates... Former professional footballer Andrew has spent a faced past year in Dubai and has now become a fully fledged member of JGE and the community. We talk about the similarities between pro football and real estate, find out what his proudest moment in Dubai so far might be and where the love for Jumeirah Golf Estates came from. When he's not on the golf course at JGE, you can also find and connect with him via LinkedIn and/or Instagram

    37 min

  8. 08/03/2024

    From TEDx talks to writing books and finding meaning at work

    Do you have meaning at work? Dr Corrie Jonn Block joins us on the latest episode of JGE Talks to discuss and share his passion for helping others find their meaning at work through c-suite executive coaching which is improving the productivity and results of individuals and organizations that he engages with. Corrie is also a best selling author with three published books and two more in the making, a TEDx speaker and an all round great guy plus a long term JGE resident with no plans to leave the area anytime soon. We discuss the journey to Dubai, inspiration behind his best selling books, the busy day to day life, why he chose to make JGE home and much much more Connect with Corrie here or visit his website

    45 min
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Jumeirah Golf Estates, a place full of beautiful homes, stunning golf courses and a lifestyle that makes this is true community. But what makes a community... The people!! There are some incredible people within and connected to the community so now it's time to hear from them with our show JGE Talks. Hosted by Lee & Kelly Johnston, we will be talking in detail with those associated with the community to hear about their journey, successes, ups and downs, what has brought them to JGE and much much more. Available on all major podcast platforms Sponsored by ⁠Fairway Homes Real Estate⁠

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  • Creator
    Lee Johnston and Kelly Johnston
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    13
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Lee Johnston and Kelly Johnston
  • Show Website
    JGE Talks