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  1. “This Is the Truth About Helicopter Safety” — Arnaud Martinez, CEO, The Helicopter Company

    4D AGO

    “This Is the Truth About Helicopter Safety” — Arnaud Martinez, CEO, The Helicopter Company

    On this episode, Arnaud Martinez, CEO of The Helicopter Company (THC), joins Mo to unpack the company’s meteoric rise and its critical role in supporting Saudi Vision 2030.Arnaud takes us behind the scenes of the complex aerial logistics powering giga-projects like NEOM and the Red Sea, the life-saving impact of THC’s national Helicopter Emergency Medical Services (HEMS), and the high-stakes operations behind global events such as the Dakar Rally.The conversation also dives into the psychology of aviation safety, how accountability and human factors shape decision-making in the air, and THC’s long-term commitment to developing Saudi aviation talent. Arnaud also shares his personal journey—from a French pilot to an executive helping lead the Kingdom’s aerial transformation.   0:00  Intro   2:27  Filling the Market Gap in the Kingdom   4:08  From Pilot to CEO   5:28  Addressing Fear & Helicopter Safety   8:55  Moving to Saudi Arabia   13:45 Witnessing Saudi Vision 2030 in Action   15:58 Powering Major Events   18:20 Investing in Saudi Talent   21:55 Accountability & Human Factors in Aviation   35:36 Why Saudi Is a Unique Aviation Landscape   38:32 Hajj & Large-Scale Logistics   46:18 Saving Lives Through HEMS   50:49 Advice for Aviation Professionals   53:42 Personal Inspirations   58:33 Closing

    57 min
  2. A Conversation on Faith, Life & Purpose with Mufti Menk | Live at the 1 Billion Followers Summit

    JAN 27

    A Conversation on Faith, Life & Purpose with Mufti Menk | Live at the 1 Billion Followers Summit

    Mufti Menk is a globally respected Islamic scholar, motivational speaker, and author, widely known for his ability to connect classical Islamic teachings with the realities of modern life. With a worldwide following, his work focuses on faith, compassion, personal growth, and positive change.   A big thanks to the 1 Billion Followers Summit in Dubai for giving us the opportunity to have this conversation.   0:00 Intro 1:53 Staying Grounded in a Hyper-Digital World 4:20 The Power of an Authentic Message 5:47 Faith as Energy, Not Pressure 7:19 Mercy Over Judgment in a Noisy World 8:44 Discovering Your True Purpose 10:19 From Medicine to Medina: A Personal Journey 13:10 Making Faith Approachable, Not Intimidating 14:39 Breaking Free from the Comparison Trap 16:39 Beating Doubt and Impostor Syndrome 18:59 Where Science and Revelation Converge 22:47 A Simple Daily Practice for Inner Peace 24:53 Legacy: What Will You Be Remembered For? 26:50 Rethinking Mortality and the Afterlife

    29 min
  3. Science, Soul & the Power of Human Potential | Dr. Maliha Hashmi

    JAN 20

    Science, Soul & the Power of Human Potential | Dr. Maliha Hashmi

    Dr. Maliha is a global healthcare visionary, innovator, and biohacker, named among the Most Iconic Women in Business 2025. As CEO of MNH-KSA, she pioneers transformative models of healthcare delivery and leadership. A polymath humanist working at the convergence of medicine, technology, and human potential, she is actively shaping the future of health, longevity, and high-performance living on a global scale.   00:00 Biohacking Meets the Soul 05:03 Why You Have to Serve Yourself First 08:36 Ditching the News to Reclaim Focus 11:50 Childhood Lessons That Built Empowerment 17:20 From Career to Cause: Policy & Change 21:26 Faith in the Face of Uncertainty 29:34 Service, Criticism & Choosing Kindness 34:36 Sustainability, Food Waste & Conscious Living 37:47 AI, Robots & What Makes Us Human 46:05 Big Pharma, Sugar & Taking Back Consumer Power 54:43 The Power of Slow Mornings & Journaling 1:00:45 Building Unbreakable Mental Resilience 1:05:23 Loneliness, Love & Navigating Single Life 1:11:50 Feminism vs. Chivalry in the Modern World 1:18:53 Mortality, Meaning & Redefining Success 1:31:39 Handling Toxicity with Grace & Strength 1:37:55 Wearing the Hijab at Harvard 1:41:10 Final Reflections

    1h 41m
  4. An Unscripted Conversation with Nada Baeshen & Ahd Kamel

    JAN 11

    An Unscripted Conversation with Nada Baeshen & Ahd Kamel

    In this raw conversation, Mo, Ahd, and Nada talk about the drastic evolution of their live from the restrictions of the past to the booming creative industries of today.   They get into the transition from corporate banking to the red carpet, the challenges of modern parenting in a digital age, and the toxic allure of social media. The friends also share vulnerable reflections on entering their 40s, finding peace through prayer and gratitude, and why shedding the need for external validation has been their ultimate liberation in life!   0:00 Intro   5:40 Women & Empowerment   6:26 Red Sea Film Festival   9:02 Career Pivots 15:21 Validation   28:05 Faith & Peace   31:07 Motherhood & Burnout   41:05 Life on Set   46:05 Wisdom of the 40s 56:15 Arabic Language & Content   1:03:58 New Ventures  1:12:29 Online Criticism   1:19:34 AI, Social Media & Kids   1:20:53 Advice to Our Younger Selves   Nada Baeshen Instagram https://bit.ly/49CeY82 TikTok https://bit.ly/4pB9zo1 LinkedIn https://bit.ly/3YIcTTd   Ahd Kamel Instagram https://bit.ly/4qYN4dQ Wikipedia https://bit.ly/49xdQmk   Saudia  Website https://bit.ly/495n6fB Instagram https://bit.ly/3UgTTdA X https://bit.ly/4beIQY8   Noon  Instagram https://bit.ly/3XRScUY Website https://bit.ly/44lnA1S   Brew 92 Instagram http://bit.ly/3VN6MeI LinkedIn https://bit.ly/42kN65E Website https://bit.ly/4grbAjK   IWC  Instagram https://bit.ly/44dxbFW Website https://bit.ly/43K8JMk

    1h 26m
  5. HRH Prince Faisal bin Bandar bin Sultan: Chairman of Saudi Esports Federation

    12/31/2025

    HRH Prince Faisal bin Bandar bin Sultan: Chairman of Saudi Esports Federation

    HRH Prince Faisal bin Bandar bin Sultan 170 | Chairman, Saudi Esports FederationOn this episode, we were honored to welcome HRH Prince Faisal bin Bandar bin Sultan, Chairman of the Saudi Esports Federation.We explore the remarkable evolution of Saudi Arabia’s gaming and esports sector from the federation’s establishment in 2018 to its central role in positioning the Kingdom as a leading global esports destination. The conversation traces Saudi Arabia’s hosting of Gamers8, the Kingdom’s flagship international esports event, for two consecutive years, followed by the launch of the Esports World Cup, hosted in Saudi Arabia and delivered by the Esports World Cup Foundation. Over the past two years, the tournament has rapidly emerged as a global phenomenon, welcoming more than 3 million visitors.Prince Faisal shares insights into the groundbreaking Gamers Without Borders charity initiative, the growing participation of women in Saudi gaming, and the infrastructure being built to nurture local talent into world-class professionals. The discussion also addresses global criticism, the physical and mental demands of professional esports, and the ambitious vision to establish Saudi Arabia as the world’s natural hub for esports by 2030. 0:00 Intro 1:33 From GSA Cup to Gamers8 4:56 Gaming for Charity 8:13 Esports World Cup: Growth and Statistics 12:15 Becoming Chairman 20:18 Esports Career Pathways in Saudi Arabia 25:29 Women in Gaming 30:25 Is Esports a Real Sport? 35:46 Visa Programs Infrastructure 39:07 Mega Events vs. Grassroots 41:50 Global Game Publishers 45:51 The Future of Esports in the Olympics 48:15 Personal Motivation 53:40 Telling Saudi Stories 56:02 Prince Faisal’s All-Time Favorite Games 59:04 Vision for 2030 1:02:37 Changing Perceptions Conclusion

    1h 6m
  6. Inside the 5th International Red Sea Film Festival: CEO & Directors Roundtable | A Mo Show Special

    12/25/2025

    Inside the 5th International Red Sea Film Festival: CEO & Directors Roundtable | A Mo Show Special

    The 5th International Red Sea Film Festival offered an exclusive look into the evolving global film landscape through its CEO Directors Roundtable, a high-level discussion that brought together influential voices from across the industry. Set against the backdrop of Jeddah’s growing cultural scene, the roundtable explored the festival’s role in championing diverse storytelling, supporting emerging filmmakers, and strengthening connections between regional cinema and the international market. Industry leaders shared insights on strategic collaboration, sustainable growth, and the creative responsibilities of festivals in shaping the future of film, highlighting the Red Sea Film Festival’s rising significance as a dynamic hub for dialogue, innovation, and cross-cultural exchange.

    1 hr
  7. President & Chief Investment Officer of Google | Ruth Porat 169

    12/22/2025

    President & Chief Investment Officer of Google | Ruth Porat 169

    In this rare and deeply personal conversation, I was fortunate to sit down with Ruth as she opened up about the defining moments of her life, from learning the power of smart risk to helping stabilize the global economy in 2008. Her and I dive deep into Google’s AI strategy, how competition from ChatGPT ultimately makes the company stronger, the Nobel Prize–winning breakthroughs behind AlphaFold and Ruth’s candid view on how close we really are to finding a cure for cancer. Ruth also shares her “battle scars”, hiring philosophy, her vision for the future of teleportation technology, and the advice she would give to anyone looking to pivot their career successfully.A big thanks to the Google team in Riyadh for facilitating this shoot at their beautiful offices. 0:00 Intro 3:39 Leading Through the 2008 Financial Crisis 5:37 Flexibility vs. Rigidity in Career Paths 8:41 Thriving in Google’s Culture of Innovation 11:12 Google’s Approach to AI Competition 13:35 Unlocking Creativity with Gemini 17:14 Making Bold Bets at Google 19:20 Data Privacy and Security at Google 21:34 Google’s Investment in Saudi Arabia Vision 2030 27:58 Future Tech: Teleportation AI in Healthcare 32:10 Curing Cancer Personal Battle 35:40 Life Lessons: Risk, Learning, and Mentorship 40:02 Reflecting on Regrets and Closing

    45 min
  8. Healing, Forgiveness & Creating Safe Spaces for Vulnerability | Peter Crone 168

    12/07/2025

    Healing, Forgiveness & Creating Safe Spaces for Vulnerability | Peter Crone 168

    Peter Crone is a leading voice in human potential and performance, known worldwide as “The Mind Architect.” He works with elite athletes, entertainers, and entrepreneurs to help them break free from subconscious limitations and reprogram the beliefs that shape their lives. Through his unique blend of psychology, spirituality, and practical wisdom, Peter empowers people to transform mental patterns, experience deeper freedom, and live with greater purpose and authenticity.In this conversation, Peter explores the deeper layers of human behavior and healingfrom creating a safe space for true vulnerability to understanding the architecture of the ego and the liberation found in admitting “I don’t know.” He offers compassionate insight into topics such as surrender, death, and suicide, and highlights how forgiveness especially of the “villains” in our lives opens the door to genuine freedom. Peter also dives into the difference between therapy and healing, the importance of being seen, heard, and held, and the ways childhood guilt and inherited beliefs shape our adult lives. His reflections on parenting, authenticity, humility, and the quiet suffering behind people-pleasing provide a powerful framework for personal transformation.Beyond his one-on-one work, Peter is a sought-after speaker featured in major documentaries, top podcasts, and performance programs. His teachings offer practical tools for shifting from stress and limitation into clarity, possibility, and inner peace. His mission is simple yet profound: to elevate human consciousness by helping people create lives rooted in authenticity, expansion, and true freedom. 0:00 Intro3:46 Creating a safe space for vulnerability6:43 Peter's Story9:19 The structure of the Ego9:11 The freedom of admitting "I Don't Know"16:00 Suicide Death19:22 Surrender vs. Seeking23:44 "You do care, you just stopped worrying"28:37 Forgiving the "villains" in your life32:55 The difference between Therapy and Healing33:31 Seen, Heard, Held37:41 Releasing childhood guilt41:48 Parenting and suffering48:07 Being "Nice" vs. Being Authentic48:12 Staying humble despite fame53:35 Rapid Fire Questions57:24 Closing

    58 min
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Saudi Arabia's English Podcast

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  • Creator
    Mo Islam
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    183
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