They Say It Takes A Village

Raya Halet
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They Say It Takes A Village

'They Say It Takes A Village' podcast aims to give moms a fun, unfiltered and informative outlet to navigate all things parenthood. Based in the UAE, I Interview local heroes from my village who make parenting just that bit easier. You can think of it as your personal directory... bringing you recommendations when you need it the most. Presented and produced by a mom of two, Raya Halet. 

  1. FEB 13

    Episode 66 - Fighting Cancer, Finding Myself - With Special Guest Lauren O’Connell

    Send us a text What happens when life throws you an unexpected challenge, but you refuse to let it define you? Lauren O’Connell, Cosmopolitan Middle East’s Beauty Editor, beauty entrepreneur, and breast cancer warrior, sits down for a deeply personal and empowering conversation about beauty, resilience, and rewriting your own narrative. With a background in biomechanical engineering and nursing, Lauren has always merged science and beauty, but her journey took an unexpected turn when she was...

    1h 31m

  2. JAN 29

    Episode 65- Parenting Strong-Willed Children: It's All In The Delivery With Special Guest Maysaa Fahour

    Send us a text Parenting is one of the most rewarding yet challenging journeys, and no one understands this better than Coach Maysaa—a mom of four, a former primary school teacher, and a certified Conscious Parent Coach. Trained under the renowned Dr. Shefali, Maysaa specializes in cognitive behavioral therapy and behavioral profiling, helping parents navigate the ups and downs of raising emotionally intelligent children. In this episode, we dive deep into the truth about sibling rivalry—why ...

    1h 9m

  3. JAN 15

    Episode 64. The Future Of Beauty Is Clean With Special Guest Mamta Nihalani

    Send us a text Are you ready to transform the way you approach beauty and self-care? Join us in this inspiring episode with Mamta, founder of Apothecary by Mamta, as she takes us on her journey from the corporate rat race to becoming a leader in the clean beauty movement. Inspired by her mother's natural remedies, Mamta turned her passion for holistic skincare into a thriving business dedicated to empowering others to embrace natural, effective solutions. In this episode, Mamta shares her ins...

    1h 11m

  4. 12/18/2024

    Episode 63 - Teaching Kids to Ride Safely: Revolutionizing Road Safety Education With Special Guest Barbra

    Send us a text In this insightful episode, Barbara, founder of Go With The Floooow, shares her inspiring mission to make road safety education accessible and engaging for children and families across the UAE. A passionate advocate for cycling, Barbara combines her Dutch upbringing and love for an active lifestyle to empower kids with the knowledge and skills they need to stay safe on the roads. From creating the first permanent driving school for children aged 3-10 to partnering with the RTA ...

    1 hr

  5. 12/09/2024

    Episode 62 - Healing Generational Trauma With Special Guest Shayoon

    Send us a text Prepare to be inspired and awakened in this transformative episode with Shayoon, a wellness expert, healer, and founder of the LightForce app. Shayoon opens up about her journey as a mother, healer, and advocate for conscious living, sharing her incredible experiences, including a harrowing near-kidnapping incident involving her child in Bali. Her powerful story highlights the importance of trusting your intuition, the strength of a mother's connection, and the divine intervent...

    1h 13m

  6. 11/18/2024

    Episode 61 - Redefining Masculinity: Empowering Boys to Lead with Emotional Intelligence With Special Guest Ciarán McBreen

    Send us a text What does it truly mean to redefine masculinity in today’s world? Join us in this eye-opening episode with Ciarán McBreen, a certified executive and performance coach, school wellbeing adviser, author, and mental health podcast host. With years of experience working with corporate organizations, elite athletes, and schools, Ciarán shares his invaluable insights on empowering the next generation of men to embrace emotional intelligence, self-awareness, and authentic leadership. ...

    1h 16m

  7. 10/28/2024

    Episode 60. Blueprint For Female Empowerment With Special Guest Julie Nguyen

    Send us a text “How can we make it thoughtful? What do women really want?” In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Julie Nguyen, the visionary founder of Crunchmoms, the first private network in the Middle East for women navigating both their careers and motherhood. Julie opens up about the challenges and triumphs of building a supportive community for women, while sharing insights from her personal journey as an entrepreneur and mother. Julie’s passion for female empowerment shines throu...

    1h 21m

  8. 10/16/2024

    Episode 59. Behind The Scenes With A TV Personality With Special Guest Dina Butti

    Send us a text Join us for an inspiring conversation with Dina Butti, a dynamic TV presenter, content creator, and mom, known for her work with major platforms like CNN Arabia, Dubai One TV, and MTV Arabia. Dina has interviewed some of the biggest names in Hollywood, but in this episode, she takes us behind the scenes of her own journey—from nervous beginnings in front of the camera to becoming a celebrated media personality. In this episode, Dina opens up about the pressures of social media...

    1h 28m
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About

'They Say It Takes A Village' podcast aims to give moms a fun, unfiltered and informative outlet to navigate all things parenthood. Based in the UAE, I Interview local heroes from my village who make parenting just that bit easier. You can think of it as your personal directory... bringing you recommendations when you need it the most. Presented and produced by a mom of two, Raya Halet. 

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  • Creator
    Raya Halet
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    66
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 They Say It Takes A Village
  • Show Website
    They Say It Takes A Village

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