The Debrief

Dane, Sana and Ellis explore the world of hiring family, friends and even colleagues in Japan. Paid actors playing a part in your life events, a service that has been available in Japan for over 30 years. An extremely interesting industry that is about to become a film called 'Rental Family' staring Brendan Fraser and being directed by Hikari dish. And do you and your companions go your separate ways in the airport and meet at the gate when it is time to go? A controversial chat on the Debrief today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is paying a kidnapping ransom or finders fee for stolen art illegal? Dane and Sana are joined on the show by Professor Anja Shortland, specialist in the economics of crime to find out. Plus, lots of opinions when the show discusses the new trends of concerts banning phones. And The Great Debate gets heated: Is it ever ok to tell on a colleague?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Debrief are joined by Andrejs Birjukovs a 2024 participant of the 'The Great World Race' which sees runners run 7 marathons in 7 days across 7 continents. And Ellis tests Dane and Sana on their vocabulary to see who is on top when it comes to their word bank.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Debrief are joined by Darren Edwards, who's attempting to break the world record for the longest sit-ski journey in polar history - 222 kilometres, unsupported, across Antarctica to the South Pole. Darren is doing it while paralysed from the chest down, after a horrific accident. And how do you think the world would cope if the internet went done forever? All discussed on the Debrief with Dane, JJ and Ellis!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dane and Sana hit the road for a special live broadcast from the T100 Duathlon Relay at Meydan Racecourse, where they caught up with participant Gustavo Alvarez, who talked about finding motivation and staying active. With the sporting spirit in full swing, they also dove into the world of great rivalries, from Jannik Sinner and Alcaraz to the timeless Ronaldo and Messi debate. Plus, the internet’s buzzing after Meghan and Harry’s photos were deleted from Kris Jenner’s birthday post, sparking The Great Debate: Is it ever okay to delete photos?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

LinkedIn has officially become everyone’s favourite preaching platform, but if you could delete one social media app forever, which one would it be?Plus, meet Ann Gabb, who’s proving it’s never too late to learn — she just graduated at 81 years old.And in The Great Debate, we’re asking: is it okay to judge someone by their music taste?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dane and Sana rank the 10 scariest movies according to science. But if you think horror is terrifying, wait until you hear what really happens when your personal details hit the dark web. We speak to Maher Yarmout, Lead Security Researcher at one of the world’s top cybersecurity companies, about password protection, online scams, and how to keep the creeps (and hackers) away. And in The Great Debate: Is it ever OK to tell your boss exactly how you feel?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Butter garlic naan has officially been crowned the king of bread. Dane and Sana share their honest (and hungry) thoughts, and we get expert opinions from bread sommelier Michael Krass.Plus, could you survive in the 15th century with the English you know now?And in The Great Debate: is it ever okay to joke at a friend’s expense, or is that crossing the line?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New York’s making history with its first millennial and Muslim mayor, but can he fix the city that never sleeps?Meanwhile, another day, another heist — this time in Canada, and the target’s whipped cream.And in The Great Debate, we ask: Is it okay to close the elevator on someone… especially if you’re just not in the mood to chat?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ethical hacker and Threatlocker CEO Danny Jenkins joins us to talk about the Louvre’s password fail — yes, their password was literally Louvre. Plus, Kim K’s new Netflix series has a 0% rating, but is that fair?  And in The Great Debate: is it ungrateful to reject a proposal if you don’t like the ring?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is having a partner embarrassing now? Dane and Sana discuss what a soft-launch is. We’re also joined by longevity expert Dr. Rhea Kotecha to unpack the truth - should we really eat our veggies, get 8 hours of sleep and jump on the biohacking bandwagon? Plus the iconic Nike Air Force 1 is now officially… a dad shoe?! And inspired by our longevity conversation, in The Great Debate: is it ok to distance yourself from people that don't have the same lifestyle as you?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ChatGPT will no longer provide specific medical, legal, or financial advice. Dane and Sana discuss whether that’s a good thing or if it makes it harder for people who can’t afford professional help to get the advice they need.Plus: what food would you pack in your survival bag?And in The Great Debate: should you stay seated at concerts if your ticket says “seat” or is it fair to stand when the music hits?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Spooky season plans? Sorted. AI spiral? Real and a little scary. And in The Great Debate, we ask: would you stretch the truth if it meant landing your dream job?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dane and Sana dive into the latest AI-powered home assistant from NEO, and it’s giving serious Black Mirror and M3GAN vibes. Meanwhile, the internet’s obsessed with Group 7, but is it ever okay to exclude someone from the group? Dane and Sana debate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dane and Sana get real about performative productivity: Is it ever acceptable to fake being busy, or have we all just become masters of pretending? Plus, they dive into the mysterious 3i/Atlas and why it’s got everyone talking.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do you know how to make a perfect tea (milk first, or last)? Also, Olly Murs and Mark Wright joined the show chatting about the upcoming Mubadala Abu Dhabi Sail Grand Prix, their performances, and who they’d pick to be on their dream team! Plus, in The Great Debate, we’re asking: Is it ever okay to vent about coworkers to other team members?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dane and Sana catch up with Chloe McNiven who has just finished an ultramarathon - 50km running - while pushing her 10 month old son in a pram, making her a new Guinness World Record holder. Chloe talks about how her son got her through the race when she had to dig deep due to bad weather conditions. And is there a movie or tv show you loved/hated the remake of? The Debrief discuss all the golden oldies as well as the remakes that should not have happened.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dane and Sana take a dive into the newly launches AI search browser that will blow your mind while taking a look at the development of search browsers over the decades. And WOW what a crazy Debrief Duel on today's show that left the text line on fire...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dane and Sana take a look at a five-day Grand Sumo Tournament that has just wrapped up at London's Royal Albert Hall. The Debrief discuss what it takes to be a Sumo Wrestler champion, the diet, the training regime and why the sport is so popular to watch around the world. And what viral food dishes are you sick and tired of hearing about? We debate all on the Debrief.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dane and Sana discuss the global heists that everyone remembers. This is due to the latest news headlines of the latest heist in Paris where thieves steal jewelry from the Louvre Museum. The Debrief speak with a diamond expert about what could happen next for these stolen jewels. And Kim Kardashian has caused controversy online after she admits she does not know the price of daily household items like milk... so Ellis put Dane and Sana to the test to see if they know much they spend on their daily items.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dane and Sana dip deep looking at all things 'TED Talks' following the news of the current head Chris Anderson standing down after 25 years. And how would you feel about being paid $600,000 for not even doing your job? The Debrief look at the recent headline that Google are paying top AI engineers huge sums of money in order to keep them from working with their rivals. But is a bit of rivalry healthy?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Steve Ray Ladson, America's Got Talent finalist joins Dane and Sana on the Debrief to talk all things talent show behind the scenes and what life looks like now navigating the music world. And do you like a gossip? Well the Debrief debate a recent headline that 'gossiping is smarter than you think'...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Debrief share the studio with a real life mermaid tonight aka Carly the 'Dubai Mermaid' who tells all on what life is really like bringing so much joy to many peoples lives. And what do you see as a symbol of 'wealth'? Well this summer it seems toned arms are exactly that... all discussed on the Debrief with Dane, Sana and EllisSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

JJ and Sana dive into the entrepreneurial reality shows like Dragons Den and Shark Tank, taking a look at whats involved in pitching by chatting with a contestant here in the UAE. And have you ever been stuck somewhere for any length of time? JJ, Sana and Ellis share their stories off the back of serve traffic in China leaving cars trapped on a highway for over 24 hours.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

JJ and Sana discuss Woven city, a prototype city of the future by Toyota that has just officially opened at the base of mount Fuji. The Debrief is asking would you be willing to be a guinea pig citizen in this city in order to try out the latest innovations by inventors from every industry.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

JJ and Sana dive into the current situation on mount Everest where hundreds of people are trapped due to severe weather condition. And are you someone who cancels plans and commitments pretty easily? All debated on the Debrief.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

JJ and Sana catch up with Karl Bushby the British man who has been walk from South America back to Hull his home town for the last 27 years... yes he left in 1998 but is now on his final stretch as he approaches Europe. And is it ever ok to forget your roots? It was a divided one today's 'Great Debate' while the team dissect what their roots mean to them.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

JJ is back in for Dane this week and he and Sana kicked the week off with an interview with the 'King of Chemo' aka Iain Ward who has used his cancer diagnosis to raise huge amounts of money while bypassing his life expectancy. JJ needed the Sana and Ellis's advice in regards to wedding gifts and whether it's absolutely necessary if it's an abroad wedding and the guests are already out a lot of money... all debated on the Debrief.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Could Adele be headlining the Super Bowl Halftime Show? We break down the rumours and the internet's reactions. Meanwhile, a Borussia Dortmund TikTok draws criticism for mocking a Welsh influencer with a stutter — we take a closer look and highlight artists who've turned the same challenge into strength. Also, have you heard of Fat Bear Week? It's as wild as it sounds. And finally, Dane and Sana dive into a big question: Is it ever okay to cut ties with someone just because you disagree?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dane and Ellis chat with Richard Jones from the British rock band the Stereophonics a head of their UAE concert. They discuss music, touring and even had time to play a quick game. The interview helped spark the debate ‘should there always be concert etiquette?’ It was a controversial one!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Adventurer and mountaineer Dan Wenker chats with the Debrief again, to share that he has recently reached the summit of mount Tenton the mountain where he almost lost his life a few years who if it wasn't for his friend who managed to rescue him with a single rope. Dane and Ellis debate whether social media users should have to state on their pictures if they have been edited or not... mixed opinions from the Debrief listeners.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dane and Ellis speak with Tanner Mansell the shark expert that has recently been pardoned by US president Donald Trump after he cut a net freeing marine life thinking he was helping. The Debrief also discuss the latest actor causing havoc in Hollywood but not just any actor an AI actor that is leaving the industry shaken up.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dane and Sana speak to the videographer behind the 'one take, walk out' Savannah Banana videos that are everywhere. They wanted to know how this content started, the challenges and how it's trending across social media. And are you a good secret keeper? Well it turns out the Debrief team aren't great.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dane and Sana chat with event organiser Paul Gurney, the man behind the deepest darkest marathon in Sweden which is happening 3,600 feet below sea level. And the Debrief debate whether it's ok to use your contacts to get something you want? That's after the French President is Emmanuel Macron called President Trump as he couldn't get through a blocked street in New York City!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Debrief is in conversation with Cat Callaghan better known as ‘Jessie’ the txt to speech TikTok voice who we hear daily. They find out the background story to becoming that chosen voice. And is age just a number? Dane, Sana and Ellis discuss a 70 year old sky diver who sky dived here in Dubai.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

JJ and Sana have a round table discussion with tech expert Daanesh about the latest new tech releases as well as hearing from the people wearing wearable tech everyday like AI glasses. And Sana and Ellis dig deep with JJ's past boy band life, discovering he came ninth on one of the UK's biggest TV singing shows.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

JJ and Sana speak to Eva Outram that decided to give up the corporate job and turned to nature, a simpler life but a happier life in her eyes. The Debrief debate if you had the chance would you give up your career for a simpler life? Billy Joel's decision to control who is in the front row at his concerts sparked discussion on the Debrief asking the listeners what type of concert goer are you?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Talking all things ‘Tiramisu World Cup’ with the founder himself Francesco Redi who will be judging the best Tiramisu next month in Italy. JJ, Sana and Ellis discuss their personality ‘verts’… extrovert, introvert and everything in between and whether or not their family size has anything to do with that.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

JJ and Sana’s first day on the Debrief together while Dane is on annual leave. The team are joined by Professor Lorna Dawson a Forensic Soil Scientist whose expertise with soil has helped solve murder cases past and present. And do you believe in teaching kids some life lessons early on? The Debrief debate if asking your kids to pay for things is a good life lesson.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dane and Sana catch up with the MacLean brothers again but this time to congratulate them on raising their £1 million after completing their 9,000 mile pacific row. And how do you feel about someone asking to bring a plus 1? Split opinions on the great debate!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dane and Sana discuss the golden originals when it comes to animated films and how AI is creeping into the industry. And the Debrief debate whether chores should be split equal within the household… it was a controversial one!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dane and Sana discuss a story that has taken over social media in recent days where to Americans boarded the wrong flight, landing them in North Africa instead of France. And do you struggling with pronouncing names or have a name that you always have to correct? Sana put Dane to the test with some listeners names. Today's big debate is sharing caring or is sharing your food and snacks a big no?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Debrief chat all things catfishing following a trending documentary that tells the story of an teenager from America who was bombarded by abusive, anonymous texts for also two years... but how common really is catfishing in this digital world? The local lego man got in touch during Dane, Sana and Ellis's discussing about the popularity of adult lego as they launch the most expensive release yet.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dane and Sana speak to Glen Berger who dives into golf course lakes around Florida to retrieve and later sell golf balls around the world... making a small fortune. There really is a job for everyone! And do you get embarrassed by those awful baby photos? Well worry no more as it turns out there are actually countries with strict laws against posting those photos and kids aged 14 and over can sue their parents... would you?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We hear from Sarah Spring a paramotor pilot who once was afraid of heights but now paraglides through the clouds on her very own. And do you ever wonder what your job looks like in the future? Well Microsoft released a list of jobs could be gone down to AI but are you one of them? All discussed on the Debrief with Dane and SanaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What would you say if you got the chance to start life again? The Debrief hear from film makers who dived into 'Johatsu' the service that helps people in Japan vanish with no trace. And have you ever been to a wedding and thought to yourself 'that won't last'... Dane, Sana and Ellis discuss a list of red flags published by wedding photographers who say they see divorce signs as early as peoples wedding day.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Survival expert and consultant Megan Hine shares all the secrets to the most important skills to staying alive in the wilderness. And she shares all about working closely and been credited with keeping TV presenter and adventurer Bear Grylls safe. Also have you heard about 'Shreking'? A new dating trend where someone lowers their physical standards to date someone they consider to be below their "league", all debated on the Debrief.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We dive into the viral story of Marley and Steve from Idaho, the couple who charged guests to attend their wedding and ended up raising over $132,000 for charity _after_ covering their costs. Controversial? Definitely. Clever? Maybe. We unpack the backlash and the bigger picture.That leads us into a debate: should men still be expected to pay on the first date? Old-school tradition or outdated thinking?Plus, Guinness World Records turns 70! From mountains to mullets, we count down our top three favourite record holders.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jess and Miriam from Seas The Day are in the final stretch of their epic 8,000-mile row from Peru to Australia. We catch up on their wild journey across the Pacific. Plus, we explore Scream Club and some of the most unusual clubs and societies you’ve (probably) never heard of. And finally, should your partner have a say in how you dress? Dane and Sana debate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dane and Sana unpack the latest documentary _Fit for TV: The Reality of The Biggest Loser_ in conversation with Danny Cahill, a Season 8 Biggest Loser participant. They also dive into the growing trend of patients experiencing sagging skin and hollowed facial features after extreme weight loss, now commonly referred to as “Ozempic face”, with insights from journalist Oscar Holland. Plus, they ask the question: Should work experience ever be unpaid?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.