Dream, Girl

<p>Welcome to the "Building Wealth series" sponsored by Pepperstone! We’re joined by one of the sharpest minds in economics — Mehreen Khan, the Economics Editor at The Times.</p><p>From Brussels to London, Mehreen has reported on everything from EU politics to global markets, and here she’s breaking down what’s really going on with wealth, gold, and where smart money is heading in 2025. </p><p>In this episode, we talk about how the world’s elite are moving their money, why gold is suddenly back in the spotlight, and what this all means for you — whether you're just getting started or looking to protect what you’ve built. Let’s get into it.</p><p>Pepperstone provides trading on global markets through contracts for difference, enabling you to capitalise on price movements without buying the underlying instrument. If you want tight spreads, fast execution and dedicated local support, check out Pepperstone today by clicking down here:https://bit.ly/sheen-gurrib-cta-youtube</p><p>Disclaimer:</p><p>CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. 75.9% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.</p><p>This content is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Always do your own research and consult with a professional financial advisor before making any investment decisions.🎙️You can shop my preferred equipment here: https://amzn.to/41BvWkE🎵 Where I get my Music -https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/uot8qa/💌 Come and say hi: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/blogsWho am I:I am Dr. Sheen Gurrib and I want to play my part in supporting the next generation of empowered women. I am an entrepreneur, ex-strategy consultant, adjunct lecturer and content creator and the first Mauritian girl to have gone to both Oxford and Cambridge universities.</p>

<p>In this special episode, brought to you by Pepperstone, filmed at the Aston Martin F1 Team in Silverstone, UK, I get to chat with Jessica Hawkins! Jessica isn’t just breaking barriers—she’s accelerating through them! As a driver for the Aston Martin F1 Academy, former W Series racer, and a professional stunt driver (yes, James Bond level stunts!), Jessica’s journey in motorsport is nothing short of inspiring. In this episode, we dive into her career, the challenges of women in motorsport, and what it really takes to make it to the top.Pepperstone provides trading on forex, ETFs, commodities, shares and whole indices, through contracts for difference, which enable you to capitalise on market movements without buying the underlying instrument. It’s where better trades. If you're serious about trading, check it out: https://ad.doubleclick.net/ddm/trackclk/N800570.5596969SHEENGURRIB/B33305799.415767080;dc_trk_aid=608138838;dc_trk_cid=230848625;dc_lat=;dc_rdid=;tag_for_child_directed_treatment=;tfua=;gdpr=${GDPR};gdpr_consent=${GDPR_CONSENT_755};ltd=;dc_tdv=1Disclaimer:CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. 75.9% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.This content is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Always do your own research and consult with a professional financial advisor before making any investment decisions.🎙️You can shop my preferred equipment here: https://amzn.to/41BvWkE🎵 Where I get my Music -https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/uot8qa/💌 Come and say hi: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/blogsWho am I:I am Dr. Sheen Gurrib and I want to play my part in supporting the next generation of empowered women. I am an entrepreneur, ex-strategy consultant, adjunct lecturer and content creator and the first Mauritian girl to have gone to both Oxford and Cambridge universities.</p>

<p>Are Women Funnier Than Men? Stand-up comedian Prashasti Singh joins me for a raw, unfiltered conversation on Dream, Girl! </p><p>We dive deep into:</p><p>💭 Anxiety as high achievers – Why success doesn’t always quiet the self-doubt</p><p>🎤 Being your own boss as a creative – The real struggles of making it on your own</p><p>🗣️ Breaking the language barrier – Thriving when English isn’t your first language</p><p>💔 Loneliness in your 30s – Navigating singlehood when society expects otherwise</p><p>⏳ Marriage’s ‘expiration date’ for Desi women – Is the pressure real or self-imposed?</p><p>😂 Her comedy career & the big question: Are women actually funnier than men?</p><p>This episode is packed with honesty, humor, and hard-hitting truths. Whether you’re a creative, a single woman, or just someone figuring life out—this one’s for you.</p><p>You can find Prashasti here:</p><p>https://www.instagram.com/prashastisingh/?hl=en</p><p>https://www.youtube.com/<a href="https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCo10yRzepDzIt7B7w2wnM1Q"> @PrashastiSinghStandup </a> 🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded: https://dubai.poddster.com/ 🎙️You can shop my preferred equipment here: https://amzn.to/41BvWkE🎵 Where I get my Music -https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/uot8qa/💌 Come and say hi: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/blogsWho am I:I am Dr. Sheen Gurrib and I want to play my part in supporting the next generation of empowered women. I am an entrepreneur, ex-strategy consultant, adjunct lecturer and content creator and the first Mauritian girl to have gone to both Oxford and Cambridge universities.</p>

<p>In this episode, I have a lovely catch up with Nadir Nahdi. We talk about the the pivot from academia to creative careers, we deep dive into cultural identities and how they impact our choice of life partners and we also get into the depth of masculinity and the modern men! Nadir is a great story teller and is great at building communities wherever he goes! It was awesome to hear more about his work and his approach to life! Tune in! </p><p>More about Nadir here:</p><p>https://www.instagram.com/nadir.nahdi/?hl=en</p><p>https://www.beni.space/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaaCrlDFo2SeGBfW55G9qAvx8GAV0jHYjD55xU5Rb7m3sjKd94-EU802XtE_aem_3paPCLE4ml3yPvJ59NA7aw🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded: https://dubai.poddster.com/ 🎙️You can shop my preferred equipment here: https://amzn.to/41BvWkE🎵 Where I get my Music -https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/uot8qa/💌 Come and say hi: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/blogsWho am I:I am Dr. Sheen Gurrib and I want to play my part in supporting the next generation of empowered women. I am an entrepreneur, ex-strategy consultant, adjunct lecturer and content creator and the first Mauritian girl to have gone to both Oxford and Cambridge universities.</p>

<p>In this episode, we have an incredible chat with Dr Saliha Afridi, a well-known clinical psychologist and mental health advocate with over 20 years of experience. We talk about avoiding burnout, and finding the way to listen to our inner guide, and also touch in depth, the mental health challenges that social media and the digital age have brought onto our generation. I loved this conversation, and I'm sure you will too! 🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded: https://dubai.poddster.com/ </p><p><br></p><p>Find out more about Dr Saliha:</p><p>https://www.instagram.com/drsalihaafridi/?hl=en🎙️You can shop my preferred equipment here: https://amzn.to/41BvWkE🎵 Where I get my Music -https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/uot8qa/💌 Come and say hi: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/blogsWho am I:I am Dr. Sheen Gurrib and I want to play my part in supporting the next generation of empowered women. I am an entrepreneur, ex-strategy consultant, adjunct lecturer and content creator and the first Mauritian girl to have gone to both Oxford and Cambridge universities.</p>

<p>In this episode we deep dive into skincare: the good, the bad and the ugly. Dr. Hasia, a highly respected and award-winning skin and aesthetic doctor from the UK, who is now in Dubai. We have such a great conversation where she challenges all I thought I knew about skincare, and we deep dive into the impact of culture and society on beauty expectations. </p><p>🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded: https://dubai.poddster.com/</p><p> Check out Dr Hasia here:https://www.instagram.com/doctorhasia/?hl=en🎙️You can shop my preferred equipment here: https://amzn.to/41BvWkE🎵 Where I get my Music -https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/uot8qa/💌 Come and say hi: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/blogsWho am I:I am Dr. Sheen Gurrib and I want to play my part in supporting the next generation of empowered women. I am an entrepreneur, ex-strategy consultant, adjunct lecturer and content creator and the first Mauritian girl to have gone to both Oxford and Cambridge universities.</p>

<p>In this episode (shot in a hotel room in Qatar), I welcome my amazing friend Ameer! He is only 25 years old, Palestinian-Jordanian from New Jersey and the founder and chief executive officer of Muslim, one of the largest media publications delivering news centering the Muslim community. We talked about virality, the life of a journalist reporting war, how to navigate social communication and how Ameer accidentally got Rihanna cancelled! Tune in!</p><p>Find Ameer online:</p><p>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/muslim/?hl=en</p><p>Website: https://www.ameer.tv/🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded: https://dubai.poddster.com/ 🎙️You can shop my preferred equipment here: https://amzn.to/41BvWkE🎵 Where I get my Music -https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/uot8qa/💌 Come and say hi: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/blogsWho am I:I am Dr. Sheen Gurrib and I want to play my part in supporting the next generation of empowered women. I am an entrepreneur, ex-strategy consultant, adjunct lecturer and content creator and the first Mauritian girl to have gone to both Oxford and Cambridge universities.</p>

<p>In this wonderful episode, we welcome Priti Malik, co-host of The Kris Fade Show on Virgin Radio Dubai, Dubai Influencer and so much more! We talk about dual cultural identity, the journey to fulfilling your passion, the reality of operating as a baseline stressed out person and the power of authenticity. Tune in! </p><p>Get your ticket to Empower & Excel here: https://www.professionellenetwork.com/event-details/dreams-to-reality-networking-and-empowerment-event-1</p><p>🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded: https://dubai.poddster.com/ </p><p><br></p><p>🎒If you want to be a podcaster join my course: https://sheenpodcastacademy.gumroad.com/l/qaprci 🎙️You can shop my preferred equipment here: https://amzn.to/41BvWkE🎵 Where I get my Music -https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/uot8qa/💌 Come and say hi: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/blogsWho am I:I am Dr. Sheen Gurrib and I want to play my part in supporting the next generation of empowered women. I am an entrepreneur, ex-strategy consultant, adjunct lecturer and content creator and the first Mauritian girl to have gone to both Oxford and Cambridge universities.</p>

<p>Let's start 2025 with a bang! Welcome Simon Ong on the podcast, bestselling author of Energize, and award-winning life coach, known for helping people unlock their potential and energize their lives, and a dear friend of mine! </p><p>This is what we talked about:</p><ul> <li>Introduction</li> <li>Breaking Free from the Golden Shackles</li> <li>Instilling Dreams in Your Children</li> <li>The Entrepreneurial Mindset: Natural Talent vs. Developed Skills</li> <li>Importance of Enjoyable Work and Energy</li> <li>Challenges of Raising Children in the Digital Age</li> <li>Balancing Vision and Flexibility </li> <li>Building Meaningful Relationships</li> <li>The Importance of Choosing the Right Life Partner</li></ul><p><br /></p><p>Get your ticket to Empower & Excel here: https://www.professionellenetwork.com/event-details/dreams-to-reality-networking-and-empowerment-event-1</p><p>Follow Simon here:https://www.youtube.com/<a href="https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCERgudp8-SGp2yyqfR-5jhw" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> @simonalexandero </a> https://getenergizebook.com/🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded: https://dubai.poddster.com/ </p><p><br /></p><p>🎒You can check out my tools if you are an aspiring podcaster: https://www.sheengurrib.com/#store 🎙️You can shop my preferred equipment here: https://amzn.to/41BvWkE🎵 Where I get my Music -https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/uot8qa/💌 Come and say hi: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/blogsWho am I:I am Dr. Sheen Gurrib and I want to play my part in supporting the next generation of empowered women. I am an entrepreneur, ex-strategy consultant, adjunct lecturer and content creator and the first Mauritian girl to have gone to both Oxford and Cambridge universities.</p>

<p>In this episode we get up close and personal! Let's talk about being single in your 30s as a woman! Why does this bother everyone else? Why is it anyone's business? And if it does bother you, as someone going through it, how to navigate this situation. Join in xxTo make it easier: 00:00:00 Navigating Societal Pressure of Being Single in Your 30s</p><p>00:02:37 The Impact of Marital Pressure on Divorce Rates</p><p>00:05:00 Rethinking Marriage Timelines and Societal Pressures</p><p>00:07:22 The Power of Patience and Faith</p><p>00:12:09 Navigating Marriage and Religious Values</p><p>00:16:23 Defining Personal Choices in Relationships </p><p>00:18:45 Embrace Self-Growth in Your 30s and Being Single</p><p>🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded: https://dubai.poddster.com/ 🎙️You can shop my preferred equipment here: https://amzn.to/41BvWkE🎵 Where I get my Music -https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/uot8qa/💌 Come and say hi: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/blogsWho am I:I am Dr. Sheen Gurrib and I want to play my part in supporting the next generation of empowered women. I am an entrepreneur, ex-strategy consultant, adjunct lecturer and content creator and the first Mauritian girl to have gone to both Oxford and Cambridge universities.</p>

<p>In this episode we wrap up how 2024 went, on a personal and professional level and also make some solid plans for 2025! Happy New Year :) </p><p><br /></p><p>To make it easier:</p><p>00:00:00 Personal and Professional Reflections of 2024</p><p>00:02:53 Milestones of the Year</p><p>00:05:30 Overcoming Doubts in 2025</p><p>00:07:54 Personalized Advice vs Internet Gurus</p><p>00:10:17 Understanding Privilege and Gratitude </p><p>00:12:40 Building Self-Confidence and Gratitude </p><p>00:15:03 Letting Go of Resentment for Inner Peace</p><p>00:17:31 Prioritizing Gut Health for Overall Well-being </p><p>00:19:55 Embracing Deep Connections in a Digital World</p><p>00:22:21 Looking Forward to 2025: Creating More Magic🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded: https://dubai.poddster.com/ 🎙️You can shop my preferred equipment here: https://amzn.to/41BvWkE🎵 Where I get my Music -https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/uot8qa/💌 Come and say hi: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/blogsWho am I:I am Dr. Sheen Gurrib and I want to play my part in supporting the next generation of empowered women. I am an entrepreneur, ex-strategy consultant, adjunct lecturer and content creator and the first Mauritian girl to have gone to both Oxford and Cambridge universities.</p>

<p>Welcome to Solo Episodes of the Pod with just You and I! First thing I'd like to discuss is Adult Friendships! They can be so hard to navigate, but also so rewarding. So how do we make the most of it without getting burnt? Tune in xxTo make it easier:00:00:00 Intro00:02:18 The Evolution and Loss of Friendships00:04:50 Grieving Friendships00:06:26 Identifying Fake and Transactional Friends00:10:33 True Friends vs. Fake Friends00:12:41 Dealing with Unsupportive Friends 00:14:56 The Reality of Success and Loneliness00:17:07 Navigating Toxic Friendships and Personal Growth🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded: https://dubai.poddster.com/ 🎙️You can shop my preferred equipment here: https://amzn.to/41BvWkE🎵 Where I get my Music -https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/uot8qa/💌 Come and say hi: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/blogsWho am I:I am Dr. Sheen Gurrib and I want to play my part in supporting the next generation of empowered women. I am an entrepreneur, ex-strategy consultant, adjunct lecturer and content creator and the first Mauritian girl to have gone to both Oxford and Cambridge universities.</p>

<p>We bring back Raghida in this episode. We have such a good catch up on life, but also dive deeper into how to find your true calling and live a life of purpose and passion. We discuss the new age, with everyone being hyper connected but lonely, and the pressure of conforming vs the power of the natural beauty. We also talk about gratitude and the meaning of 11:11. Tune in! </p><p>00:00:00 Introduction</p><p>00:06:12 Finding Your True Calling</p><p>00:12:01 Understanding the Mismatch in Relationships </p><p>00:18:04 The Perception of Natural Beauty in Society </p><p>00:24:16 Discovering the Inner Feminine and Masculine</p><p>00:30:34 The Power of Gratitude and Prayer </p><p>00:43:20 Embracing Physical Beauty and Spiritual Wealth</p><p>00:49:41 The Journey from the Mind to the Heart </p><p>00:55:34 Embracing Authenticity in Conversations</p><p>Find out more about Raghida here: </p><p>https://raghida.com/</p><p>https://www.instagram.com/raghida_shaman</p><p>🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded: https://dubai.poddster.com/ 🎵 Where I get my Music -https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/uot8qa/💌 Come and say hi to me: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My blog and website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/blogsWho am I:I am Dr. Sheen Gurrib and I want to play my part in supporting the next generation of empowered women. I am an entrepreneur, ex-strategy consultant, adjunct lecturer and content creator and the first Mauritian girl to have gone to both Oxford and Cambridge universities.</p>

<p>Welcome Akash Mehta! A wonderful friend, internet sensation and one of the founders of Fable and Mane. He shares a lot of useful tips for founders in the early days of their entrepreneurial journey and we discuss the importance of representation! We also talked about the South Asian culture, the acceptance we have witnessed in the world. Akash also shares some great advice on how to let things go and how to build connections wherever you go, to make the world a slightly better place. Tune in! </p><p>More about Akash here:https://www.instagram.com/mehta_a/?hl=enhttps://fableandmane.com/</p><p>🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded: https://dubai.poddster.com/ 🎵 Where I get my Music -https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/uot8qa/💌 Come and say hi to me: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My blog and website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/blogsWho am I:I am Dr. Sheen Gurrib and I want to play my part in supporting the next generation of empowered women. I am an entrepreneur, ex-strategy consultant, adjunct lecturer and content creator and the first Mauritian girl to have gone to both Oxford and Cambridge universities.</p>

<p>We are all stressed! In this episode, I sit down with the stress expert Alice Law! Her new book is out with Mo Gawdat and we discuss how our external lives stress us out, why we glorify being busy and how we don't appreciate the impact our first thought of the day has on our quality of life! I personally learnt so much about how to manage my stress, I am sure you will too. Tune in! </p><p>Chapters:</p><p>00:00:00 Introduction to our Guest</p><p>00:05:56 Alice's Personal Journey with Stress</p><p>00:11:37 Managing Stress in a Hyperconnected World</p><p>00:17:10 Understanding the Sources of Stress </p><p>00:22:32 Overcoming Negativity Bias on Social Media </p><p>00:28:44 The Myth of Productivity Under Stress </p><p>00:34:21 Cultural Changes in Mental Health Awareness </p><p>00:40:26 Gender Differences in Emotional Development </p><p>00:46:10 Strategies for Managing Stress </p><p>00:52:00 Conclusion and Parting Message</p><p>Check out Alice's new book Unstressable and her community:https://www.unstressable.com/🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded: https://dubai.poddster.com/ 🎵 Where I get my Music -https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/uot8qa/💌 Come and say hi to me: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My blog and website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/blogsWho am I:I am Dr. Sheen Gurrib and I want to play my part in supporting the next generation of empowered women. I am an entrepreneur, ex-strategy consultant, adjunct lecturer and content creator and the first Mauritian girl to have gone to both Oxford and Cambridge universities.</p>

<p>In this episode, we have the incredible Chanel Ayan. You might know her as the feisty character from Real Housewives of Dubai but on this episode we had a very unique chat. Ayan opened up about her difficult childhood, educated us all about female genital mutilation (FGM) as a survivor herself, and we talked about embracing success while balancing family responsibilities. I loved this conversation, and I am sure you will too, tune in! </p><p>00:00:00 Introduction </p><p>00:06:08 Overcoming Childhood Adversity: From Border Village to City Life </p><p>00:12:00 Breaking the Silence on Childhood Trauma</p><p>00:17:35 Cultural Expectations and Marriage Traditions</p><p>00:23:19 Embracing Individuality and Self-Worth in the Fashion Industry</p><p>00:29:05 Balancing Fame and Friendship </p><p>00:35:08 The Joy of Giving and Family Responsibilities </p><p>00:40:53 Reality TV Drama: Behind the Scenes</p><p>00:46:51 Embracing Life and Self-Confidence </p><p><br /></p><p>More about Ayan:</p><p>https://www.instagram.com/chanelayan/?hl=en</p><p>https://ayanbeauty.com/</p><p><br /></p><p>Learn more about FGM:</p><p>https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/female-genital-mutilation</p><p>Learn more about our yellow mugs from PEN:https://www.professionellenetwork.com/</p><p>🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded: https://dubai.poddster.com/ 🎵 Where I get my Music -https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/uot8qa/💌 Come and say hi to me: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My blog and website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/blogsWho am I:I am Dr. Sheen Gurrib and I want to play my part in supporting the next generation of empowered women. I am an entrepreneur, ex-strategy consultant, adjunct lecturer and content creator and the first Mauritian girl to have gone to both Oxford and Cambridge universities.</p>

<p>This is a super cool episode with Nimi Mehta! We have such a good chat about everything (we take a lot of wild detours), but mostly about finding your inner voice, how to build your confidence and most importantly how own journey from people pleaser to becoming assertive. Nimi is a whole vibe! Tune in! </p><p>00:00:00 Introduction</p><p>00:06:58 Career Change: Overcoming Fear and Embracing Courage</p><p>00:13:41 Exploring Confidence: Introverts vs. Extroverts </p><p>00:20:19 Balancing Quiet Confidence and Professional Recognition</p><p>00:27:05 Approaching Celebrity Interviews </p><p>00:33:45 Building Authentic Interview Connections</p><p>00:40:16 Identifying Your True Voice Amidst Cultural Conditioning</p><p>00:46:58 Evaluating Your Inner Circle: Identifying Positive and Negative Influences</p><p>00:53:50 The Power of Parental Words in Shaping Confidence</p><p>01:00:41 Sharing Light and Gratitude🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded and you can use my code for a discount SGDREAMGIRL10: https://dubai.poddster.com/ 🎵 Where I get my Music -https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/uot8qa/💌 Come and say hi to me: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/Who am I:I am Dr. Sheen Gurrib and I want to play my part in supporting the next generation of empowered women. I am an entrepreneur, ex-strategy consultant, adjunct lecturer and content creator and the first Mauritian girl to have gone to both Oxford and Cambridge universities.</p>

<p>In this episode we welcome Raafi from Fasset! We have a very good discussion about the relevance of a degree nowadays, and we deep dive into women's financial independence. We also talk about the reality of being an entrepreneur and finding yourself and your passion. I also get a brief intro to the world of digital assets and crypto! Tune in! More about Fasset here:https://fasset.io/https://www.linkedin.com/in/raafihossain/<a href="https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCM_4qbF8zLjvEQ9RwHaUzng" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> @fassetofficial </a> <a href="https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCwi2B9s9H-cAJQ71eR3nrlw" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> @IOWN.official </a> </p><p>Here are the chapters:</p><p>00:00:00 Investment Strategies </p><p>00:06:04 The Importance of Networking at University </p><p>00:11:25 The Evolution of Spending and Mindset in the Global South </p><p>00:17:01 Women and Financial Security Strategies</p><p>00:22:41 Navigating Investment Apps: Trust and Convenience</p><p>00:28:09 Ethical Finance and Fairness</p><p>00:33:53 Blockchain's Potential and Challenges </p><p>00:39:47 Islamic Heritage and the Silk Road Connection in Dubai</p><p>00:45:23 Financial Advice: Starting Smart in Investments </p><p>00:51:03 Conclusion and Farewell Remarks🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded: https://dubai.poddster.com/ 🎵 Where I get my Music -https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/uot8qa/💌 Come and say hi to me: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My blog and website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/blogsWho am I:I am Dr. Sheen Gurrib and I want to play my part in supporting the next generation of empowered women. I am an entrepreneur, ex-strategy consultant, adjunct lecturer and content creator and the first Mauritian girl to have gone to both Oxford and Cambridge universities.</p>

<p>In this final episode of our mini series by Muzz, I welcome the amazing Sarah Alagroobi! We have such a good chat about cultural perspectives on relationships, the importance of financial independence in a marriage and how to find love in transient spaces. Tune in! </p><p>Here are the chapters:</p><p>00:00:00 Introduction</p><p>00:07:06 Cultural Perspectives on Relationships </p><p>00:14:12 Men and Female Financial Independence</p><p>00:21:16 Navigating Masculine and Feminine Energies</p><p>00:28:00 Finding Faith Amidst Global Challenges </p><p>00:35:00 Understanding Attraction Dynamics and Intellectual Competition </p><p>00:42:12 The Complexity of Modern Dating Dynamics</p><p>00:49:14 Finding Love in a Transient Space </p><p>00:56:50 Recognizing Relationship Red Flags</p><p>01:03:16 Encouragement for Young ViewersThank you to our sponsor, Muzz which is the leading Muslim marriage app. Muzz brings together more than 500 happy Muslim couples daily. If you are also looking to meet your future spouse islamically, securely and safely, consider downloading the app here: https://go.muzz.com/signup </p><p>🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded: https://dubai.poddster.com/ </p><p>💌 Come and say hi to me: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib</p><p>🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co</p><p>📝 My website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/</p><p><br /></p><p>Who am I:</p><p>I am Dr. Sheen Gurrib and I want to play my part in supporting the next generation of empowered women. I am an entrepreneur, ex-strategy consultant, adjunct lecturer and content creator and the first Mauritian girl to have gone to both Oxford and Cambridge universities.</p>

<p>In this special series, brought to you by Muzz, I welcome my very cool friend <a href="https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCuh8SGaWR_znNTLRi90u1yQ" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> @DrAminaYonis </a> Amina shared her love story, how she decided he was the one and we discussed if there is a right age to get married. Amina also talked about balancing life as a mother of 2, wife, business owner and content creator. Tune in! Thank you to our sponsor, Muzz which is the leading Muslim marriage app. Muzz brings together more than 500 happy Muslim couples daily. If you are also looking to meet your future spouse islamically, securely and safely, consider downloading the app here: https://go.muzz.com/signup 🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded: https://dubai.poddster.com/ 💌 Come and say hi to me: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/Who am I:I am Dr. Sheen Gurrib and I want to play my part in supporting the next generation of empowered women. I am an entrepreneur, ex-strategy consultant, adjunct lecturer and content creator and the first Mauritian girl to have gone to both Oxford and Cambridge universities.</p>

<p>In this episode, brought to you by Muzz, we welcome the incredible Layla K. Saleh. </p><p>We talked about western feminism, finding the right partner as young Muslims and also the power of letting go and having complete faith! There were laughs but also tears, tune in to find out why! </p><p>Thank you to our sponsor, Muzz which is the leading Muslim marriage app. Muzz brings together more than 500 happy Muslim couples daily. If you are also looking to meet your future spouse islamically, securely and safely, consider downloading the app here: https://go.muzz.com/signup 🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded: https://dubai.poddster.com/ 💌 Come and say hi to me: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/Who am I:I am Dr. Sheen Gurrib and I want to play my part in supporting the next generation of empowered women. I am an entrepreneur, ex-strategy consultant, adjunct lecturer and content creator and the first Mauritian girl to have gone to both Oxford and Cambridge universities.</p>

<p>In this special series, brought to you by Muzz, I welcome my dear friend Mahreen Munir from Karak with Mahreen. We talked about how young people are finding their life partners, the digital divide and the impact of the South Asian culture on marriage these days. We also talked about the disparity between the expectations for men and women when it comes to arranged marriages. Tune in! Thank you to our sponsor, Muzz which is the leading Muslim marriage app. Muzz brings together more than 500 happy Muslim couples daily. If you are also looking to meet your future spouse islamically, securely and safely, consider downloading the app here: https://go.muzz.com/signup 🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded: https://dubai.poddster.com/ 💌 Come and say hi to me: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/Who am I:I am Dr. Sheen Gurrib and I want to play my part in supporting the next generation of empowered women. I am an entrepreneur, ex-strategy consultant, adjunct lecturer and content creator and the first Mauritian girl to have gone to both Oxford and Cambridge universities.</p>

<p>In this special series, brought to you by Muzz, I welcome back my dear friend Amy Roko. We talked about finding the right partner, marriage, the impact of culture and society on how our generation approached marriage and many fun topics! Tune in! Thank you to our sponsor, Muzz which is the leading Muslim marriage app. Muzz brings together more than 500 happy Muslim couples daily. If you are also looking to meet your future spouse islamically, securely and safely, consider downloading the app here: https://go.muzz.com/signup 🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded: https://dubai.poddster.com/ 💌 Come and say hi to me: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/Who am I:I am Dr. Sheen Gurrib and I want to play my part in supporting the next generation of empowered women. I am an entrepreneur, ex-strategy consultant, adjunct lecturer and content creator and the first Mauritian girl to have gone to both Oxford and Cambridge universities.</p>

<p>In this wonderful first episode I chat to Liz or as you might know her The Wizard Liz. We talked about dealing with your trauma, being responsible for your own life, dealing with toxic friends and partners, the reality of situationships and how to become the best version of yourself! Tune in!Trigger Warning: Abuse, self-harm, suicide, eating disorder 🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded: https://dubai.poddster.com/ 🎵 Where I get my Music -https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/uot8qa/💌 Come and say hi to me: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My blog and website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/blogsWho am I:I am Dr. Sheen Gurrib and I want to play my part in supporting the next generation of empowered women. I am an entrepreneur, ex-strategy consultant, adjunct lecturer and content creator and the first Mauritian girl to have gone to both Oxford and Cambridge universities.</p>

<p>In this bonus episode of season 5, we have DJ Bliss! You've seen him on Netflix in Dubai Bling, or on stage as a DJ. In this episode we discuss the reality of being on reality TV but we also dive a bit deeper into the importance of self acceptance. We also talk about adaptability and the power of pivots in your career. DJ Bliss also shares his experience of merging culture and passion. Tune in! 🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded: https://dubai.poddster.com/ 🎵 Where I get my Music -https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/uot8qa/💌 Come and say hi to me: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My blog and website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/blogsWho am I:I am Dr. Sheen Gurrib and I want to play my part in supporting the next generation of empowered women. I am an entrepreneur, ex-strategy consultant, adjunct lecturer and content creator and the first Mauritian girl to have gone to both Oxford and Cambridge universities.</p>

<p>In this episode, I welcome Jet Van Wijk! We deep dive into the intricacies of travelling and working abroad, building a life far from everything you know and how to make it a success. We also touch on some very deep topics, such as losing friends, the reality of influencing and the challenges of finding a man as a successful female entrepreneur. Tune in! </p><p>You can find our more about Jet here:</p><p>https://www.instagram.com/jettalks/</p><p>https://www.instagram.com/jetvanwijkx/https://www.instagram.com/laptoplifestylemaster?igsh=YjVxY2NveTNlNXhq</p><p>https://www.jetvanwijk.com/laptop-lifestyle-master-program🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded: https://dubai.poddster.com/ 💐 Shout out to Les Fleurs de Jojo for their gorgeous bouquet for our guest: https://www.instagram.com/les.fleurs.de.jojo/ 🎵 Where I get my Music -https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/uot8qa/💌 Come and say hi to me: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My blog and website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/blogsWho am I:I am Dr. Sheen Gurrib and I want to play my part in supporting the next generation of empowered women. I am an entrepreneur, ex-strategy consultant, adjunct lecturer and content creator and the first Mauritian girl to have gone to both Oxford and Cambridge universities.</p>

<p>In this episode I chat with my dear friend and huge beauty influencer, Hala Owais! We deep dive into makeup trends, the unattainable beauty standards, self-acceptance and also finding love and friends. We also share our experiences of being muslim influencers. Tune in! </p><p>Follow Hala's journey:</p><p>https://www.instagram.com/hala.owais/?hl=en🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded: https://dubai.poddster.com/ 💐 Shout out to Les Fleurs de Jojo for their gorgeous bouquet for our guest: https://www.instagram.com/les.fleurs.de.jojo/ 🎵 Where I get my Music -https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/uot8qa/💌 Come and say hi to me: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My blog and website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/blogsWho am I:I am Dr. Sheen Gurrib and I want to play my part in supporting the next generation of empowered women. I am an entrepreneur, ex-strategy consultant, adjunct lecturer and content creator and the first Mauritian girl to have gone to both Oxford and Cambridge universities.</p>

<p>In her first ever podcast appearance, Twinkle gives us an insight to the wonderful workings of her brain and creativity. She shares her experience of going viral, evolving relationship with money and dealing with online trolls and her views on the influencer economy. Tune in! </p><p>Check out Twinkle here:https://www.youtube.com/<a href="https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCtn9oms3-kR6NtnGlxivGrQ"> @TwinkleStanly </a> https://www.instagram.com/twinklestanly/?hl=en 🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded: https://dubai.poddster.com/ 💐 Shout out to Les Fleurs de Jojo for their gorgeous bouquet for our guest: https://www.instagram.com/les.fleurs.de.jojo/ 🎵 Where I get my Music -https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/uot8qa/💌 Come and say hi to me: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My blog and website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/blogsWho am I:I am Dr. Sheen Gurrib and I want to play my part in supporting the next generation of empowered women. I am an entrepreneur, ex-strategy consultant, adjunct lecturer and content creator and the first Mauritian girl to have gone to both Oxford and Cambridge universities.</p>

<p>In this exclusive special episode of the podcast, we make an exception and welcome the incredibly talented Taha Shah Badussha! We talk about the role his mother played in his success, the power of hustling in the dark before you see any results and how to continue working hard when you don't see immediate success. Truly powerful 10min, tune in xx🎵 Where I get my Music -https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/uot8qa/💌 Come and say hi to me: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My blog and website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/blogsWho am I:I am Dr. Sheen Gurrib and I want to play my part in supporting the next generation of empowered women. I am an entrepreneur, ex-strategy consultant, adjunct lecturer and content creator and the first Mauritian girl to have gone to both Oxford and Cambridge universities.</p>

<p>In this wonderful episode, I chat to Raghida! We have such a good unfiltered conversation about finding love within ourselves but also within all of our relationships. We also talk about the reality of being a woman, balancing feminine and masculine energies and finding your passion. Tune in! </p><p>Book a private 1-on-1 mentoring session with Raghida: https://raghida.com/services/book-a-33-minute-consultation-with-raghida/</p><p>Sign up to Raghida's Masterclasses: https://masterclasses.raghida.com/</p><p>Raghida's socials:</p><p>https://bit.ly/47YdaDB</p><p>https://bit.ly/3PA3h8X</p><p>https://bit.ly/47XrPiv🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded: https://dubai.poddster.com/ 💐 Shout out to Les Fleurs de Jojo for their gorgeous bouquet for our guest: https://www.instagram.com/les.fleurs.de.jojo/ 🎵 Where I get my Music -https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/uot8qa/💌 Come and say hi to me: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My blog and website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/blogsWho am I:I am Dr. Sheen Gurrib and I want to play my part in supporting the next generation of empowered women. I am an entrepreneur, ex-strategy consultant, adjunct lecturer and content creator and the first Mauritian girl to have gone to both Oxford and Cambridge universities.</p>

<p>In this episode I welcome Suraya Turk, the Managing Partner of Legal Circle. Suraya has dedicated a lot of her time to helping startup founders, especially female founders, navigate the uncertain waters of entrepreneurship and raising funds. We talk about being a strong woman in the work place and in relationships, and the balancing act of being a working mother. Tune in! 🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded: https://dubai.poddster.com/ 💐 Shout out to Les Fleurs de Jojo for their gorgeous bouquet for our guest: https://www.instagram.com/les.fleurs.de.jojo/ 🎵 Where I get my Music -https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/uot8qa/💌 Come and say hi to me: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My blog and website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/blogsWho am I:I am Dr. Sheen Gurrib and I want to play my part in supporting the next generation of empowered women. I am an entrepreneur, ex-strategy consultant, adjunct lecturer and content creator and the first Mauritian girl to have gone to both Oxford and Cambridge universities.</p>

<p>You have definitely heard her voice before: Mariyam Kisat! She is an RJ with City 1016 in Dubai and was the viral sensation for her incredible mashups. In this episode, she shares her experience of going viral and dealing with fame and the less glam side of it too! Tune in for an amazing chat! 🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded: https://dubai.poddster.com/ 💐 Shout out to Les Fleurs de Jojo for their gorgeous bouquet for our guest: https://www.instagram.com/les.fleurs.de.jojo/ 🎵 Where I get my Music -https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/uot8qa/💌 Come and say hi to me: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My blog and website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/blogsWho am I:I am Dr. Sheen Gurrib and I want to play my part in supporting the next generation of empowered women. I am an entrepreneur, ex-strategy consultant, adjunct lecturer and content creator and the first Mauritian girl to have gone to both Oxford and Cambridge universities.</p>

<p>In this episode we have Faten El Ayache, a certified life and executive coach and a positive psychology practitioner. </p><p><br></p><p>We touch on important topics such as the practical journey of positivity, and how to master self-love while also working on maintaining the relationships around us. We also did a deep dive on the love languages and what they mean. Tune in! </p><p><br></p><p>You can find out more about Faten here: https://www.fatens.com/</p><p>https://www.instagram.com/faten_elayache/🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded: https://dubai.poddster.com/ 💐 Shout out to Les Fleurs de Jojo for their gorgeous bouquet for our guest: https://www.instagram.com/les.fleurs.de.jojo/ 🎵 Where I get my Music -https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/uot8qa/💌 Come and say hi to me: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My blog and website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/blogsWho am I:I am Dr. Sheen Gurrib and I want to play my part in supporting the next generation of empowered women. I am an entrepreneur, ex-strategy consultant, adjunct lecturer and content creator and the first Mauritian girl to have gone to both Oxford and Cambridge universities.</p>

<p>In this episode of season 5, we chat with Dr Sana Sajan! We talk about the importance of mindset, especially being grateful and not complaining all the time! We also talk about mental well being and what that means in today's modern times. We also touch on the importance of money and what does that even mean! We also talk about the reality of balancing being a mom, an entrepreneur and yourself. Tune in! </p><p>More about Dr Sana Sajan here: https://www.instagram.com/sanaasajan/?hl=en 🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded: https://dubai.poddster.com/ 💐 Shout out to Les Fleurs de Jojo for their gorgeous bouquet for our guest: https://www.instagram.com/les.fleurs.de.jojo/ 🎵 Where I get my Music -https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/uot8qa/💌 Come and say hi to me: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My blog and website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/blogsWho am I:I am Dr. Sheen Gurrib and I want to play my part in supporting the next generation of empowered women. I am an entrepreneur, ex-strategy consultant, adjunct lecturer and content creator and the first Mauritian girl to have gone to both Oxford and Cambridge universities.</p>

<p>In this episode, I welcome my funniest friend Amy! Amy has been changing the world of content creation and comedy since day one. We covered (pun intended) all the topics from the portrayal of Arabs in movies, self-criticism, dating, friendships and modelling! We even have a special bollywood performance from Amy! Tune in for some incredible wisdom and great laughs! </p><p><br></p><p>This episode is brought to you by Loyalty to Your Soul! They are coming to Dubai from California for the first time with a 3-day workshop rooted in Spiritual Psychology.</p><p>When: MAY 31, JUNE 1-2 2024 9:00 AM - 6:30 PM</p><p>Where: KEYANI WELLNESS DUBAI</p><p>Ready to join: https://theinnerspace.me/loyalty-to-your-soulPhone: ‪+971 58 587 0799‬🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded: https://dubai.poddster.com/ 💐 Shout out to Les Fleurs de Jojo for their gorgeous bouquet for our guest: https://www.instagram.com/les.fleurs.de.jojo/ 🎵 Where I get my Music -https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/uot8qa/💌 Come and say hi to me: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My blog and website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/blogsWho am I:I am Dr. Sheen Gurrib and I want to play my part in supporting the next generation of empowered women. I am an entrepreneur, ex-strategy consultant, adjunct lecturer and content creator and the first Mauritian girl to have gone to both Oxford and Cambridge universities.</p>

<p>In this episode, I welcome Paula all the way from the UK! We talk about the realities of setting your own business, the good, the bad and the ugly. I also learnt so much about gut health and how it impacts every aspect of our day to day. We also talk about health influencers and the every changing health fads! Tune in! </p><p>You can find out more about Paula here:https://paulabenedi.com/</p><p>https://www.instagram.com/paulabenedi/?hl=en</p><p><br></p><p>More about Synergised here: https://synergised.uk/🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded: https://dubai.poddster.com/ 💐 Shout out to Les Fleurs de Jojo for their gorgeous bouquet for our guest: https://www.instagram.com/les.fleurs.de.jojo/ 🎵 Where I get my Music -https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/uot8qa/💌 Come and say hi to me: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My blog and website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/blogsWho am I:I am Dr. Sheen Gurrib and I want to play my part in supporting the next generation of empowered women. I am an entrepreneur, ex-strategy consultant, adjunct lecturer and content creator and the first Mauritian girl to have gone to both Oxford and Cambridge universities.</p>

<p>In this wonderful first episode of season 5, I welcome my friend Salama! We have such a good catch up on life, but also dive deeper into what it means to be successful, how to deal with emotional abuse and protect your boundaries. We also talk about the reality of being an entrepreneur and finding yourself and your passion. Tune in! 🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded: https://dubai.poddster.com/ 💐 Shout out to Les Fleurs de Jojo for their gorgeous bouquet for our guest: https://www.instagram.com/les.fleurs.de.jojo/ 🎵 Where I get my Music -https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/uot8qa/💌 Come and say hi to me: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My blog and website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/blogsWho am I:I am Dr. Sheen Gurrib and I want to play my part in supporting the next generation of empowered women. I am an entrepreneur, ex-strategy consultant, adjunct lecturer and content creator and the first Mauritian girl to have gone to both Oxford and Cambridge universities. </p>

<p>In this spin off episode, we have the pleasure of chatting with Dr Vali who came all the way from London. </p><p>Shawana, or simply Dr. Vali as she’s better known to her legions of fans and loyal clients, has cultivated a cult-like following that stems from her approach to radical transparency. Notorious for her invitation-only client base spanning everyone from royalty, and the world’s most powerful CEOs to Victoria Secret’s models, Dr. Vali was born and raised in London to immigrant parents. </p><p>She is such a fun girl and we chat all about being brown, being doctors, the standards of beauty and how to find a man in today's time! Tune in for some laughs x</p><p>PS: One of the cameras unfortunately did not record, and it was the one facing our lovely guest, but we wanted to share this great conversation either way! </p><p>Recorded at Metro Pod Lounge: https://metropodlounge.com/ </p>

<p>I switch seats in this special episode where my best friend Shweta interviews me for a change, and we get deep! We talk about faith, dealing with fame, boys, insecurities and many more. Tune in for an oversharing experience xx</p>

<p>In this special episode, I am in a trailer at STEP, as I interview Reim on how she just finds a way to always go for what she wants and make sure she gets it! Join me and learn some incredible tips from this short and snappy conversation! </p>

<p>In this special episode of Dream, Girl we welcome our first solo male guest: Vishen Lakhiani from Mindvalley. Vishen shares some incredible tips and insights on how to quit your job and bet on yourself, how to find love in today's time and how to explore what spirituality truly is. Tune in and get ready to take notes! </p>

<p>In this episode, I am joined by my beautiful friend Lara Tabet. She is TV Presenter, Middle East Luxury Brand Ambassador & Business Developer, Official Spokeswoman for Arab Fashion Council and Philanthropist.</p><p>We talk about how Dubai has evolved and what its like to be a woman in media, dealing with celebrities and managing a good work life balance. </p><p>Join us xx</p>

<p>To start the year, what better way than to share this episode with my long time best friend and powerhouse of a woman Mehreen Khan. She is the Economic Editor of the Times London and has had an incredible journey as a journalist. We reminisce on our times in Oxford and how she helped me move to Dubai and how we navigate the professional world as young Muslim women. Join in! </p><p>Follow Mehreen on X : @MehreenKhn</p>

<p>In this special episode, I have a chat with one of my Dubai best friends! Shweta is incredible! </p><p>She studied at Yale, worked at Amazon and is now running her own company of the comfiest beddings in the Middle East: https://themidori.co/ </p><p>We talk about the transition from corporate world to entrepreneurship, finding the right partner in business and in life and also how relationships evolve over time! We also share some stories about being women seen as "strong" professionally, and how we dealt with them and how we COULD have dealt with them! </p>

<p>In this holiday special of the podcast, for the first time ever, I present the Gurrib Family!! </p><p><br></p><p>It was a super cute recording experience and I got exposed a lot, but a fun episode I'd love to share with all of you! </p>

In this episode I welcome my dear friend Dr Eng Suaad Al Shamsi. She is the UAE’s first female aircraft engineer, an artist, an author, a mother of a two and an inspiration! We discussed many things, focusing on emotional intelligence, being a woman venturing in new professional arenas and how to manage all sorts of relationships as you grow up and older! Join in! This episode was kindly brought to you by Irony Home, UAE’s no.1 festive decoration and luxury home decor brand. Their seasonal pop-up store, located in Mall of the Emirates inside THAT concept store on the 2nd Floor, next to Assouline books, is a magical wonderland they create every year so that the customers can experience Christmas in a new light. It is a truly magical experience, so if you are around, I strongly suggest to check it out!You can find out more about Irony Home on their pages: https://www.instagram.com/ironyhome/https://ironyhome.com/https://www.tiktok.com/@ironyhome

In this episode, I welcome Vimi Joshi! Vimi is a celebrity makeup artist and has been doing makeup for over 25 years with celebrities from Hollywood to Bollywood and Rockstars to royalties. Born in Africa, into a very traditional Indian family, she grew up in England before moving to Dubai. We discussed her incredible journey, the lows, the highs and the challenges along the way! She is a great story teller so grab your popcorn!

<p>In today's episode we are joined by another Podcast Host, Shivani Pau! We discuss everything from our shared experiences and journey of starting a podcast, and we deep dived into the intricacies of navigating success and imposter syndrome.</p><p><br></p><p> In this very candid conversation, Shivani shares her ways of dealing with success and the daily struggles of being an entrepreneur. She also gives some very useful and practical advice to anyone thinking of going out on their own as content creators. </p><p><br></p><p>You can check out her channel here: https://www.youtube.com/<a href="https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCBni3bPrKZOfoB8mYUjrydQ"> @ShivaniPauPodcast </a> </p>

<p>In this episode, I welcome the amazing and inspiring Nelly Attar. Nelly is a Saudi born Lebanese extreme sports athlete, trainer, and sports entrepreneur and a former psychologist and life coach. In 2022, Nelly became the first Arab woman to summit K2 and since then she has accomplished several extreme feats and won many awards. She has scaled 23+ peaks globally, completed 6 Marathons, a dozen triathlons, and 1 ultramarathon. She also launched Saudi Arabia’s first ever dance studio – MOVE.</p><p>This episode has been brought to you by Stake. If you want to own a piece of Dubai for a fraction of the price, hit the link below and get 250 AED for free to start investing! Why wouldn’t you?!https://getstake.com/rewards?c=SHEEN&n=Sheen</p>

<p>In this episode, we welcome Rima Dardenne, the founder and CEO of Irony Home. She shares her journey of moving to the Middle East and navigating the challenges as a woman in the world of business. We also share some interesting Christmas anecdotes! </p><p>This episode was kindly brought to you by Irony Home, UAE’s no.1 festive decoration and luxury home decor brand. </p><p>Their seasonal pop-up store, located in Mall of the Emirates inside THAT concept store on the 2nd Floor, next to Assouline books, is a magical wonderland they create every year so that the customers can experience Christmas in a new light. It is a truly magical experience, so if you are around, I strongly suggest to check it out!</p><p>You can find out more about Irony Home on their pages: </p><p>https://www.instagram.com/ironyhome/</p><p>https://ironyhome.com/</p><p>https://www.tiktok.com/@ironyhome </p>