The Mo Show

<p>In our first-ever virtual episode, Professor Bernard Haykel, Director of Near Eastern Studies at Princeton University, breaks down the powerful forces reshaping the Middle East today. From Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 transformation to the decline of ideological movements across the region, Prof. Haykel offers sharp insight into where things are headed—and why it matters.We dive into rising tensions involving Iran and the United States, the future of Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) security, and the ongoing crisis in Palestine.Finally, we explore what could define the region’s future, from greater regional unity to why human capital may be the Gulf’s most important long-term advantage.</p><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p>0:00 What’s Really Happening in the Middle East?</p><p>1:27 The Biggest Shifts Reshaping the Middle East Right Now</p><p>3:20 The Deep Divides Defining the Region</p><p>5:10 What Sparked the Rising Tensions with Iran?</p><p>7:18 How the Gulf Cooperation Council Is Being Impacted</p><p>8:46 Saudi Arabia’s Balancing Act: Stability vs Transformation</p><p>11:28 Inside Saudi Arabia’s Massive Economic & Social Overhaul</p><p>12:51 The Surprising Rise of Women and Social Change</p><p>14:02 A New Book That Explains Saudi Arabia’s Transformation</p><p>17:42 Inside the Vision of Mohammed bin Salman</p><p>21:09 Will a Palestinian State Ever Become Reality?</p><p>23:10 Why the Gulf Must Unite on Defense Now</p><p>26:13 Are United States Bases Still Protecting the Gulf?</p><p>27:40 What Gives Real Hope for the Middle East’s Future?</p><p>29:03 Final Thoughts, Book Release Update</p><p></p><p> </p><p>The Mo Show</p><p>Youtube https://bit.ly/3nDwsZv</p><p>Apple Podcast https://apple.co/3J9ScX4</p><p>Spotify https://spoti.fi/33dzsC2</p><p>Anghami https://bit.ly/3mRo1uy</p><p>Instagram https://bit.ly/2KAwq5v</p><p>X https://bit.ly/3KanEnJ</p><p>TikTok https://bit.ly/43L92po</p><p>LinkedIn https://bit.ly/3NkxZoe</p><p>Snapchat https://bit.ly/3NM3LKQ</p><p>Website https://bit.ly/3H2DhMM</p><p>Email [email protected]</p>

<p>Her Excellency is a Saudi tech-diplomat shaping the future of the global digital economy. As the founding Secretary-General of the Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO), she leads international efforts to bring governments, innovators, and institutions together to ensure technology becomes a force for inclusive and sustainable growth. In doing so, she also made history as the first Saudi woman to lead the secretariat of an international organization. On this episode, we discuss what it took to build the DCO from the ground up during the uncertainty of COVID, often with limited resources but a clear global vision. The conversation explores Saudi Arabia’s rapid digital transformation and how it has become a real-world case study for modern government services, digital payments, and improving quality of life. We unpacked the idea of “tech diplomacy”, why digital governance, standards, and cross-border cooperation are now critical as technology reshapes economies, politics, and the global flow of information.</p><p> </p><p>0:00 Intro </p><p>4:43 What Is the Digital Cooperation Organization </p><p>7:49 Building DCO from Scratch</p><p>9:02 DCO’s Global Momentum </p><p>11:34 Why Technology? </p><p>12:31 Empowering Women Through E-Commerce </p><p>14:16 The Origin of Women Spark </p><p>17:24 Training, Incubators, and Angel Networks for Women in Tech </p><p>19:57 Working at Microsoft </p><p>23:09 What Is a Tech Diplomat </p><p>27:59 Social Platforms Influence </p><p>29:22 Why Self-Reliance in Tech Matters </p><p>34:14 Saudi Arabia’s Digital Government Transformation </p><p>36:12 Why Connectivity Alone Is Not Enough </p><p>38:59 Saudi Digital Systems and Global Readiness Gaps </p><p>42:46 Advice to Young People in the Digital Economy </p><p>46:31 Career Advice: Focus on the Step in Front of You </p><p>50:01 Why Digital Prosperity for All Is Achievable </p><p>51:21 The Next Big Challenge: AI and a New Digital Divide </p><p>55:34 Closing Reflections</p>

<p>Dr. Mark Hyman and Mo get into the revolutionary shift toward functional medicine and how the modern, ultra-processed diet is driving an epidemic of chronic disease, particularly in the Middle East. Dr. Hyman breaks down the power of treating the body as an interconnected ecosystem, the urgent need for aggressive food policies, and how a simple 10-day dietary reset can reverse insulin resistance and eliminate daily symptoms. They also explore the future of AI-driven health tracking and the profound, often-overlooked impact of community and social connection on human longevity.</p><p> </p><p>A big thanks to the team at Zenos Health Summit for setting this episode up for us.</p><p></p><p> </p><p>Dr. Mark Hyman</p><p>Function Health https://bit.ly/4752zJk</p><p>Instagram https://bit.ly/4b1n0cF</p><p>Website https://bit.ly/3MENYxy</p><p></p><p> </p><p>Saudia </p><p>Website https://bit.ly/495n6fB</p><p>Instagram https://bit.ly/3UgTTdA</p><p>X https://bit.ly/4beIQY8</p><p></p><p> </p><p>Noon </p><p>Instagram https://bit.ly/3XRScUY</p><p>Website https://bit.ly/44lnA1S</p><p></p><p> </p><p>Brew 92</p><p>Instagram http://bit.ly/3VN6MeI</p><p>LinkedIn https://bit.ly/42kN65E</p><p>Website https://bit.ly/4grbAjK</p><p></p><p> </p><p>IWC </p><p>Instagram https://bit.ly/44dxbFW</p><p>Website https://bit.ly/43K8JMk</p><p></p><p> </p><p>Lexus </p><p>Instagram https://bit.ly/4tRXzS6</p><p>X https://bit.ly/4cDZ4gI</p><p>Website https://bit.ly/4kTlTz6</p><p> </p><p>The Mo Show</p><p>Youtube <a href="https://bit.ly/3nDwsZv">https://bit.ly/3nDwsZv</a></p><p>Apple Podcast https://apple.co/3J9ScX4</p><p>Spotify https://spoti.fi/33dzsC2</p><p>Anghami https://bit.ly/3mRo1uy</p><p>Instagram https://bit.ly/2KAwq5v</p><p>X https://bit.ly/3KanEnJ</p><p>TikTok https://bit.ly/43L92po</p><p>LinkedIn https://bit.ly/3NkxZoe</p><p>Snapchat https://bit.ly/3NM3LKQ</p><p>Website https://bit.ly/3H2DhMM</p><p>Email [email protected]</p><p> </p>

<p>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.</p><p> </p><p>0:00  Intro  </p><p>2:27  Filling the Market Gap in the Kingdom  </p><p>4:08  From Pilot to CEO  </p><p>5:28  Addressing Fear & Helicopter Safety  </p><p>8:55  Moving to Saudi Arabia  </p><p>13:45 Witnessing Saudi Vision 2030 in Action  </p><p>15:58 Powering Major Events  </p><p>18:20 Investing in Saudi Talent  </p><p>21:55 Accountability & Human Factors in Aviation  </p><p>35:36 Why Saudi Is a Unique Aviation Landscape  </p><p>38:32 Hajj & Large-Scale Logistics  </p><p>46:18 Saving Lives Through HEMS  </p><p>50:49 Advice for Aviation Professionals  </p><p>53:42 Personal Inspirations  </p><p>58:33 Closing  </p>

<p>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.</p><p></p><p>A big thanks to the 1 Billion Followers Summit in Dubai for giving us the opportunity to have this conversation.</p><p></p><p>0:00 Intro</p><p>1:53 Staying Grounded in a Hyper-Digital World</p><p>4:20 The Power of an Authentic Message</p><p>5:47 Faith as Energy, Not Pressure</p><p>7:19 Mercy Over Judgment in a Noisy World</p><p>8:44 Discovering Your True Purpose</p><p>10:19 From Medicine to Medina: A Personal Journey</p><p>13:10 Making Faith Approachable, Not Intimidating</p><p>14:39 Breaking Free from the Comparison Trap</p><p>16:39 Beating Doubt and Impostor Syndrome</p><p>18:59 Where Science and Revelation Converge</p><p>22:47 A Simple Daily Practice for Inner Peace</p><p>24:53 Legacy: What Will You Be Remembered For?</p><p>26:50 Rethinking Mortality and the Afterlife</p>

<p>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.</p><p> </p><p>00:00 Biohacking Meets the Soul</p><p>05:03 Why You Have to Serve Yourself First</p><p>08:36 Ditching the News to Reclaim Focus</p><p>11:50 Childhood Lessons That Built Empowerment</p><p>17:20 From Career to Cause: Policy & Change</p><p>21:26 Faith in the Face of Uncertainty</p><p>29:34 Service, Criticism & Choosing Kindness</p><p>34:36 Sustainability, Food Waste & Conscious Living</p><p>37:47 AI, Robots & What Makes Us Human</p><p>46:05 Big Pharma, Sugar & Taking Back Consumer Power</p><p>54:43 The Power of Slow Mornings & Journaling</p><p>1:00:45 Building Unbreakable Mental Resilience</p><p>1:05:23 Loneliness, Love & Navigating Single Life</p><p>1:11:50 Feminism vs. Chivalry in the Modern World</p><p>1:18:53 Mortality, Meaning & Redefining Success</p><p>1:31:39 Handling Toxicity with Grace & Strength</p><p>1:37:55 Wearing the Hijab at Harvard</p><p>1:41:10 Final Reflections</p><p> </p><p> </p>

<p>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.</p><p> </p><p>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!</p><p> </p><p>0:00 Intro  </p><p>5:40 Women & Empowerment  </p><p>6:26 Red Sea Film Festival  </p><p>9:02 Career Pivots </p><p>15:21 Validation  </p><p>28:05 Faith & Peace  </p><p>31:07 Motherhood & Burnout  </p><p>41:05 Life on Set  </p><p>46:05 Wisdom of the 40s </p><p>56:15 Arabic Language & Content  </p><p>1:03:58 New Ventures </p><p>1:12:29 Online Criticism  </p><p>1:19:34 AI, Social Media & Kids  </p><p>1:20:53 Advice to Our Younger Selves</p><p> </p><p>Nada Baeshen</p><p>Instagram https://bit.ly/49CeY82</p><p>TikTok https://bit.ly/4pB9zo1</p><p>LinkedIn https://bit.ly/3YIcTTd</p><p></p><p> </p><p>Ahd Kamel</p><p>Instagram https://bit.ly/4qYN4dQ</p><p>Wikipedia https://bit.ly/49xdQmk</p><p></p><p> </p><p>Saudia </p><p>Website https://bit.ly/495n6fB</p><p>Instagram https://bit.ly/3UgTTdA</p><p>X https://bit.ly/4beIQY8</p><p></p><p> </p><p>Noon </p><p>Instagram https://bit.ly/3XRScUY</p><p>Website https://bit.ly/44lnA1S</p><p></p><p> </p><p>Brew 92</p><p>Instagram http://bit.ly/3VN6MeI</p><p>LinkedIn https://bit.ly/42kN65E</p><p>Website https://bit.ly/4grbAjK</p><p></p><p> </p><p>IWC </p><p>Instagram https://bit.ly/44dxbFW</p><p>Website https://bit.ly/43K8JMk</p><p> </p>

<p>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.</p><p></p><p></p><p>0:00 Intro</p><p>1:33 From GSA Cup to Gamers8</p><p>4:56 Gaming for Charity</p><p>8:13 Esports World Cup: Growth and Statistics</p><p>12:15 Becoming Chairman</p><p>20:18 Esports Career Pathways in Saudi Arabia</p><p>25:29 Women in Gaming</p><p>30:25 Is Esports a Real Sport?</p><p>35:46 Visa Programs Infrastructure</p><p>39:07 Mega Events vs. Grassroots</p><p>41:50 Global Game Publishers</p><p>45:51 The Future of Esports in the Olympics</p><p>48:15 Personal Motivation</p><p>53:40 Telling Saudi Stories</p><p>56:02 Prince Faisal’s All-Time Favorite Games</p><p>59:04 Vision for 2030</p><p>1:02:37 Changing Perceptions Conclusion</p>

<p>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.</p>

<p>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.</p><p></p><p></p><p>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.</p><p></p><p></p><p>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.</p><p></p><p>0:00 Intro</p><p>3:39 Leading Through the 2008 Financial Crisis</p><p>5:37 Flexibility vs. Rigidity in Career Paths</p><p>8:41 Thriving in Google’s Culture of Innovation</p><p>11:12 Google’s Approach to AI Competition</p><p>13:35 Unlocking Creativity with Gemini</p><p>17:14 Making Bold Bets at Google</p><p>19:20 Data Privacy and Security at Google</p><p>21:34 Google’s Investment in Saudi Arabia Vision 2030</p><p>27:58 Future Tech: Teleportation AI in Healthcare</p><p>32:10 Curing Cancer Personal Battle</p><p>35:40 Life Lessons: Risk, Learning, and Mentorship</p><p>40:02 Reflecting on Regrets and Closing</p>

<p></p><p>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.</p><p></p><p>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.</p><p></p><p></p><p>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.</p><p></p><p>His mission is simple yet profound: to elevate human consciousness by helping people create lives rooted in authenticity, expansion, and true freedom.</p><p></p><p></p><p>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</p>

<p>Sheikh Hamza Yusuf is one of the most respected Islamic scholars and the co-founder of Zaytuna College in the U.S. He has spent over forty years studying with some of the world’s leading scholars and is known for making deep Islamic wisdom accessible and relevant to modern life. Through his books, lectures, and teaching, he’s helped countless people reconnect with their faith, find clarity, and make sense of the world around them.</p><p></p><p></p>

<p>Gary Brecka is a human biologist, longevity researcher, host of @ultimatehumanpodcast and co-founder of 10X Health, Gary spent over 20 years in life insurance analyzing bloodwork, biomarkers, and medical records to predict lifespan with astonishing accuracy. Realizing the system profits when people get sick, not healthy, Gary shifted his focus to proactive health, longevity, and human optimization.</p><p></p><p>Today, he helps CEOs, elite athletes, and high performers boost energy, reverse biological aging, and extend healthspan.On this episode, Gary and Mo discuss why the healthcare system waits for you to break before acting, how to transition from sick care to self-care, and which biohacks actually move the needle from sleep, oxygen, and nutrition to blood markers. They also explore why supplements are useless without testing and reveal the single most overlooked factor that accelerates aging.</p><p></p><p></p><p>0:00 Intro3:34 Leaving the Mortality Industry4:48 Purpose, Passion Energy6:34 Bringing Longevity to the Arab World8:00 Predicting Mortality in Insurance10:07 AI, Big Data the Future of Medicine13:34 Modern Medicine vs Root Cause17:13 Can Disease Be Reversed?19:02 Dana White24:52 “Genetics”, Food Pharma28:13 Anxiety ADD33:10 Why Everyone Needs a Methylation Test36:33 Gut Health Mood40:55 Migraines Solutions45:14 Autoimmune Disease Rethinking the Immune System50:03 Why Root Cause Beats Medication51:00 Teaching Longevity to Children52:49 Closing Remarks</p>

<p>From IBM and Microsoft to serving as Chief Business Officer at Google X, Mo Gawdat has spent over three decades at the forefront of technology and innovation. Today, the bestselling author turns his engineer’s mind toward life’s biggest question: how can we live well and meaningfully in an age defined by artificial intelligence?</p><p></p><p></p><p>This monumental 2.5 hour episode, which Mo Islam called “the best I’ve ever shot”, is a journey through life, loss, and the future of humanity.Mo Gawdat opens up about his late son Ali and the lessons that inspired ‘Solve for Happy’, before diving into the decade of disruption ahead: from the rise of AI and autonomous weapons to universal basic income and the impending economic reset.</p><p></p><p></p><p>Together, the two Mo’s explore why Arabs are so misunderstood in the West, how ethical AI must be grounded in love and empathy, and how the Middle East can lead the next wave of innovation.</p><p></p><p>They challenge the failures of modern education, the grip of the military-industrial complex, and even the mysteries of the space-time continuum, all while searching for meaning in what Mo calls the “legendary level” of modern life.</p><p></p><p></p><p>A very big thanks to Merwas Studios in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia for inviting us to shoot in their WORLD CLASS Studios!</p><p></p><p>00:00 Intro</p><p>03:18 IBM, Microsoft Google X</p><p>05:07 Losing Ali: The Moment Everything Changed</p><p>09:27 Writing Solve for Happy</p><p>11:41 Leaving Google Launching “1 Billion Happy”</p><p>13:35 Living with Loss</p><p>17:05 Fate, Life the Interconnectedness of Everything</p><p>23:04 Death as the Opposite of Birth</p><p>26:02 The Video Game of Life</p><p>31:23 Ali’s Death Mo’s Purpose</p><p>34:53 Redefining Success: Impact over Ego</p><p>38:54 Learning, Curiosity Creation</p><p>44:08 Solitude Silent Retreats</p><p>49:01 Meditation Practices</p><p>55:13 Mindfulness in Daily Life</p><p>57:06 The Loneliness Epidemic</p><p>1:01:02 East vs. West: Community vs. Individualism</p><p>1:05:10 Surveillance, Privacy the Illusion of Security</p><p>1:08:11 Raising Children in a Broken World</p><p>1:11:03 The Collapse of Capitalism the Rise of AI</p><p>1:21:16 China vs. The West</p><p>1:24:06 The Illusion of Stock Markets Institutional Control</p><p>1:30:03 War Economics: How Weapons Drive Profit</p><p>1:35:19 Humanity’s Awakening Questioning the System</p><p>1:41:08 Reclaiming the Arab Narrative</p><p>1:47:27 Building Ethical AI</p><p>1:52:18 Entrepreneurship, Self-Reliance Believing in the Region</p><p>2:00:03 Education is Broken</p><p>2:07:03 Business vs. Capitalism: Purpose Over Profit</p><p>2:10:00 Reclaiming Global Perception</p><p>2:17:13 Governance, Fairness Leadership in the Arab World</p><p>2:22:06 Living in Uncertain Times</p><p>2:25:17 The Ultimate Video Game of Life</p><p>2:26:57 Closing Reflections</p>

<p>"Awareness Solves Half of Your Life's Problems" - Tia Maria 164 | Integrative Nutritionist Gut Hormone Specialist.</p><p> </p><p>Tia is a double-certified Integrative Nutritionist specialised in Gut and Hormone Health. Her journey into wellness began early, shaped by watching her mother bravely battle breast cancer twice and her father navigate his own health challenges.</p><p> </p><p>These experiences sparked a deep curiosity about how the body and mind work together to create balance, vitality, and true well-being. A year and a half ago Tia founded TMD Wellness alongside her social media platforms to share her passion for integrative health and inspire a growing community committed to well-being.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Through an integrative and holistic approach, Tia’s mission is to empower you at every stage of your journey whether your goal is to optimize your health, cultivate sustainable habits, or restore your health from within.</p><p> </p><p>00:00 Intro</p><p>04:29 Gut Health 101</p><p>07:32 Diet Culture, Stress Eating & Quick Fixes</p><p>13:37 Pills vs. Food</p><p>15:12 Obesity, Awareness & the Food Industry</p><p>20:46 Sugar & Inflammation</p><p>23:26 Finding Purpose</p><p>26:44 Inflammation Explained Simply</p><p>32:19 Delivery Apps, Portion Sizes & Awareness</p><p>43:24 Hormones, Birth Control & Natural Balance</p><p>51:01 Sleep: The Ultimate Longevity Hack</p><p>58:13 Diets vs. Sustainable Living</p><p>1:03:04 Discipline Over Motivation</p><p>1:04:42 Setting Boundaries & Finding Balance</p><p>1:06:15 Schools & Life Skills</p><p>1:11:21 Leaving 9-to-5 & Trusting Your Gut</p><p>1:17:30 Your Circle Defines Your Growth</p><p>1:23:32 Enjoying Without Guilt</p><p>1:26:40 The GCC Health Awakening</p><p>1:43:01 Purpose Over Paycheck</p><p>1:45:23 Gratitude, Purpose & Closing Remarks</p><p> </p>

<p>Nourine is a visual artist whose intricately detailed pencil drawings explore the line between reality and constructed imagery. Her immersive works challenge perception and invite quiet reflection. Beginning with photography or digital compositions, she meticulously translates her ideas into pencil on paper blending contemporary image-making with traditional technique.</p><p> </p><p>Through themes of identity, interaction, and perception, her focus on objects, surfaces, and textures creates a heightened sensory experience, prompting deeper reflection on how form and space shape human experience. In this intimate 90 minute conversation, Mo and Nourine traverse a wide spectrum from the evolving art world and the boundaries of creative freedom, to motherhood, postpartum depression, and the quiet strength it takes to support loved ones through life’s most testing moments.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>0:00 Intro</p><p>1:20 What Is Hyperrealism?</p><p>5:02 From IBM Engineer to Full-Time Artist</p><p>9:53 Instability, London Survival</p><p>12:41 Independence, Failure Mindset Resilience</p><p>19:18 Gulf Art on the Rise</p><p>25:27 What Makes “Art”?</p><p>28:00 Inspiration, Process Research Ethics</p><p>38:52 Burnout vs. Patience</p><p>45:00 Politics, Palestine Artistic Freedom</p><p>47:12 Creative Blocks</p><p>50:00 Postpartum Depression</p><p>59:02 Family Balance, Presence Digital Detox</p><p>1:09:11 Digital Addiction, Parenting Screens</p><p>1:13:23 Preparing Kids For Life</p><p>1:15:43 The IWC Minute</p><p>1:18:04 Life Without Art</p><p>:20:30 Mantras Influences</p><p>1:24:06 Childhood, Vision, and the Gift of Observation</p><p>1:26:53 Closing Thoughts and Farewell</p>

<p>Kiran is the Chief Marketing Officer at Diriyah Company who is leading the efforts to re-establish Diriyah’s position as a globally recognized cultural and historical landmark. With a career spanning international marketing, communications, and brand transformation, he brings a wealth of expertise in crafting narratives that resonate with diverse audiences around the world.</p><p> </p><p>At Diriyah, he is driving initiatives that celebrate Saudi Arabia’s rich heritage while positioning it as a world-class destination for culture, history, and tourism.</p><p> </p><p>On this episode, Kiran unpacks the immense scale of the extraordinary project that represents the birthplace of Al-Saud. With several assets already open and many more including hotels, housing, branded residences, and retail outlets set to come online soon, the nearing completion of DG1 and DG2 marks another major milestone in Diriyah’s transformation.</p><p> </p><p>0:00 Intro: City of Earth6:57 Responsibility, Expectations & Pressure9:05 Building a World-Class Saudi Marketing Team12:00 The Power of Authenticity17:30 The New Saudi Way of Living22:33 Coffee, Scent & Hospitality25:00 Blending Heritage with Modern Living28:01 Smart-City Vision31:00 Riyadh’s Urban Renaissance37:24 Shifting Global Perception44:32 Hospitality Pipeline50:16 A Low-Rise, People-Focused City52:01 Life in Diriyah: Pedestrian Lifestyle1:00:52 Life in Saudi vs Expectations1:04:05 Positivity and Hunger of the Saudi Spirit1:08:25 Advice for the Next Generation1:11:30 Closing Remarks</p>

<p>A Saudi storyteller, actor, writer, and director whose work blends art with social impact, Fatima is the founder of Alf Wad Production House and The Other Story Project, initiatives that have transformed storytelling into a tool for cultural dialogue and community building.</p><p></p><p>Her breakout role in Barakah Meets Barakah (2016), Saudi’s submission to the Oscars, helped shape the country’s new cinematic wave. Named a “Next Generation Leader” by Time Magazine and described as the “Sophie Calle of Saudi Arabia” by the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Fatima has become one of the most recognized creative voices from the Kingdom. She holds a Master’s degree from Harvard University, where she researched Arab identity and gender representation in cinema and literature.</p><p></p><p>0:00 Intro</p><p>2:34 Childhood Background</p><p>6:47 Control, Messiness Acceptance</p><p>13:00 Parents, Resentment Empathy</p><p>22:03 Imposter Syndrome</p><p>35:13 Barakah Public Reaction</p><p>41:50 Writing/Directing vs Acting</p><p>45:30 Owning the Narrative</p><p>55:04 Saudi Film Ecosystem Grows</p><p>59:34 “The Other Story”</p><p>1:11:24 Globalization Cinema</p><p>1:19:32 Alwad: A Thousand Valleys to the Heart</p><p>1:23:22 Red Sea Festival Market Maturity</p><p>1:34:44 Mental Health, Phones Finding Balance</p><p>1:40:31 Women, Theology Harvard</p><p>1:49:58 “Carve What Isn’t There”</p><p>1:52:56 Ignoring Bad Advice</p><p>1:55:29 Feeling Most Alive</p><p>1:58:32 Dreams, Manifestation Mortality</p><p>2:06:13 Closing</p><p></p><p>Fatima Albanawi</p><p>Instagram https://bit.ly/4mC4nP1</p><p>LinkedIn https://bit.ly/3IBI5iE</p><p>Wikipedia https://bit.ly/4nNGdCi</p><p>Website https://bit.ly/3IA3IQm</p><p></p><p></p><p>The Mo Show</p><p>Youtube https://bit.ly/3nDwsZv</p><p>Apple Podcast https://apple.co/3J9ScX4</p><p>Spotify https://spoti.fi/33dzsC2</p><p>Anghami https://bit.ly/3mRo1uy</p><p>Instagram https://bit.ly/2KAwq5v</p><p>X https://bit.ly/3KanEnJ</p><p>TikTok https://bit.ly/43L92po</p><p>Website https://bit.ly/3H2DhMM</p><p>Email [email protected]</p>

<p>Ben is an American investor and owner of Saudi football club Al-Kholood. He made history for being first non-Saudi to acquire a team in the Saudi Roshn League. Ben is also the founder of MSA Capital, a global investment firm managing over $2 billion in assets.</p><p> </p><p>On this episode, Mo picks Ben’s brain on what first pulled him into the idea of buying a Saudi football club and why, out of all the options, he chose Al-Khulood FC. They get into what surprised him most about Saudi society since getting involved, and where he sees the Saudi league heading over the next decade, especially when it comes to breaking into the global rankings.</p><p> </p><p>0:00 Intro</p><p>2:22 Early Life</p><p>5:05 Buying In: Reactions Barriers</p><p>8:32 Fan Experience</p><p>12:06 Why Saudi Football</p><p>17:19 Media Digital Strategy</p><p>22:38 Pre-Ronaldo League Momentum</p><p>31:29 Why Al-Kholood FC?</p><p>42:23 Saudi Talent</p><p>46:00 Facilities Overhaul</p><p>52:01 Privatization, Risk Sustainability</p><p>59:50 Vision, Season Start Message To Fans</p><p>1:06:35 Saudi’s AI & Tech Future</p><p>1:11:04 Food, Hobbies & Love For Football</p><p>1:16:18 Advice & Risk Taking</p><p>1:19:07 Message To Fans</p><p>1:23:20 Closing Remarks</p>

<p>We kick off season six with the CEO of the Prince Mohammed bin Salman Royal Reserve Development Authority, internationally recognized for his pioneering work in conservation and community-driven environmental management.</p><p> </p><p>A visionary conservation leader and human rights advocate known for his pioneering work in sustainable, people-centered environmental management. He rose to prominence as the founding CEO of the iSimangaliso Wetland Park Authority, South Africa’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site.</p><p> </p><p>On this episode, Andrew and I explore the PMSBR at Wadi Al-Disah, home to 15 ecosystems and an ambitious re-wilding program bringing back locally extinct species like the Persian onager and sand cat. They discuss why the reserve remains unfenced, forming a vital wildlife corridor linking NEOM, the Red Sea, and AlUla. The conversation dives into how tech and AI satellite collars, camera traps, vulture and turtle tracking translate into real conservation impact.</p><p> </p><p>Andrew also reflects on leadership lessons from working with Nelson Mandela and highlights community-first initiatives, including a pioneering team of female rangers driving change on the ground. We touch on public access (camping, guided experiences over gate fees), education to combat litter, and the reserve’s aspirations for UNESCO recognition.</p><p> </p><p>00:00 Intro</p><p>03:50 Wild Childhood </p><p>05:56 Mandela & Leadership</p><p>11:39 15-Ecosystems Revealed</p><p>14:15 Rare Species & Juniper Trees </p><p>16:39 Re-wilding Explained</p><p>21:30 Conservation Tech & AI</p><p>24:06 Open Corridors & Access</p><p>28:23 Rangers, Women & Beddouins </p><p>33:25 Protection, Education & Vision</p><p>43:57 UNESCO Bid & Climate</p><p>55:34 MBS Leadership And Closing</p><p> </p><p>PMBSR</p><p>Instagram https://bit.ly/4mWzx4x</p><p>Twitter https://bit.ly/4gl4gWI</p><p>LinkedIn https://bit.ly/4pl4XDr</p><p>Website https://bit.ly/467Vs1u</p><p></p><p> </p><p>The Mo Show</p><p>Youtube https://bit.ly/3nDwsZv</p><p>Apple Podcast https://apple.co/3J9ScX4</p><p>Spotify https://spoti.fi/33dzsC2</p><p>Anghami https://bit.ly/3mRo1uy</p><p>Instagram https://bit.ly/2KAwq5v</p><p>X https://bit.ly/3KanEnJ</p><p>TikTok https://bit.ly/43L92po</p><p>Website https://bit.ly/3H2DhMM</p><p>Email [email protected]</p><p></p><p> </p><p>Saudia </p><p>Website https://bit.ly/495n6fB</p><p>Instagram https://bit.ly/3UgTTdA</p><p>X https://bit.ly/4beIQY8</p><p></p><p> </p><p>Noon </p><p>Instagram https://bit.ly/3XRScUY</p><p>Website https://bit.ly/44lnA1S</p><p></p><p> </p><p>Eight Sleep</p><p>https://www.eightsleep.com/sa/themoshow/</p><p></p><p> </p><p>IWC </p><p>Instagram https://bit.ly/44dxbFW</p><p>Website <a href="https://bit.ly/43K8JMk">https://bit.ly/43K8JMk</a></p><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p>Brew 92</p><p>Instagram <a href="http://bit.ly/3VN6MeI">http://bit.ly/3VN6MeI</a></p><p>LinkedIn https://bit.ly/42kN65E</p><p>Website <a href="https://bit.ly/4grbAjK">https://bit.ly/4grbAjK</a></p><p> </p><p>Credits</p><p>Andrew Zaloumis | Guest</p><p>Mo Islam | Host Founder</p><p>Ryan Ismail | COO</p><p>Gregoris Kalai | Head of Strategy</p><p>Fares Saied | Executive Producer</p><p>Mahmoud Taha | DOP</p><p>Adnan Alkhateeb | Gaffer</p><p>Omar El-Faroug | BTS Photographer Production Assistant</p><p>Tito | Creative Director</p><p>Youssef Hamieh | Show Manager</p><p>Powered by "STUCK?" | Translation</p><p>The Mo Show Theme Song by Saud Al-Turki</p>