Afternoons with Helen Farmer

Join us for a dynamic conversation on returning to work with Katy Holmes, CEO of the British Chamber of Commerce, Dubai, and Rowen Astrom of Beyond Careers. They advocate for hiring women returning to work and provide coaching for successful reintegration. Kori Lindsay, a catalyst for positive change, shares his initiatives from South London to Dubai, including Mentality. Plus, Grace Marabe offers insights into Investing 101, drawing on her extensive strategy and project management experience at LMG Management Consultants. Dr. Thoriaya, clinical psychologist at the Human Relations Institute & Clinic, explores the ever-relevant question: Are our attention spans truly shrinking?

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04 March 2024: Adam is the Head of Occupational Therapy at Camali Clinic as well as a vocal advocate for disability and inclusion in the Middle East. We get an update on the rain with Sajjad - Storm chaser in Emirates since 2015 known online as UAE Weather Man. From Haus & Haus, Laura Davies is an experienced consultant in Dubai Hills shes talking all things "Flipping" ad women in the real estate industry in the UAE. For your legal clinic, Thenji Moyo is a Partner and Head of the Employment practice at Gateley LLP and she is answering your questions.

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28 February 2024: Rohini Bhalla-Gill is the Senior Management Consultant at GGC Consulting - a leading Human Resources Consultancy. Rohini is talking about some common challenges faced by individuals seeking part-time or flexible employment in Dubai's job market. Anthony White from Level Up is a Massive advocate for women weightlifting. Rio and Tasneem are superstar proposal planners from The Big Proposals, talking about the Leap Year Proposal tradition, where women can do the proposing! For Pets & Vets we spoke with Dr Joao, Clinical Director at Dr Vet Clinic in Abu Dhabi.

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27 February 2024: Farah Nabulsi Oscar-nominated and BAFTA award-winning Palestinian British filmmaker, born, raised and educated in the UK is talking about her film, The Teacher. Jo Proctor talking Libido and the importance of social connection and physical touch. Laila Al Hassan, Senior Advisor at the Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Authority as we explore the concept - and certification - of parent-friendly workplaces in the UAE. We talk about a Hackathon that is organized by High School students: Aadi Jain, Maha Nawaz and Rushabh Jain from Dubai College for High School students in the UAE to compete on a national level and build novel and creative projects using AI tools and technology. Jay Tolentino for National Bonds talking about how to create (and stick to) a budget. 

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26 February 2024: Live from Reform Social and Grill for Haus & Haus. Talking Eating Disorder Awareness with Dr Victoria Mountford, Psychology Lead and Eating Disorder Service Lead at Sage Clinics along with mum Sara, who has a 14 year old daughter with anorexia. From Haus & Haus, it’s Joy Eaton and Sam Robbins telling us what people can expect when looking to buy in Emirates Living and its sub communities: The Meadows, The Springs and The Lakes. We have Dan from Carnistore talking about all things BBQ. For your legal clinic, legal powerhouse Jazmine Stevenson is from Kashwani Law Firm and she's here answering your questions.

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22 February 2024: Saara Ali Joined us at Dubai Duty Free Tennis and has just published her debut poetry book titled "Barefoot: a seeker's journey". It was published here in Dubai and speaks about the spiritual journey one goes through in life and finding yourself. We also talk to Saima Sheikh, Clinic Director, Certified Clinical Thermographic Technician & Breast Health Educator about Thermal Cancer Scanners.

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21 February 2024: Talking ear health and safety with Sarah Darwish, Au.D.Doctor of Audiology & Clinical Audiologist at Genesis Healthcare Center. Talking all things Postpartum with Dr. Rose Logan Director of Perinatal Psychology and Women’s Health, Clinical Psychologist at Free Spirit Collective. For Pets & Vets its Dr. Hiba EL Hajj!

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20 February 2024: Dr Thoraiya Kanafani HRIC Dubai is in to help us get a handle on our mental health during hard times. Dr Neil Hopkin leads the Academic Leadership Team at Fortes Education and he is in to let us know How to get the best out of your child’s school... Michael and Vivienne Addo AKA Mr and Mrs Muscle are in the studio to chat about all things fitness. Ali Hashemi Co-Founder and Chairman GluCare Health is in the studio following news out of the UK that around a million Brits are living with undiagnosed diabetes.

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19 February 2024: Dr Shefali Verma, General Practitioner and Integrative Medicine Specialist is in to debunk the trends. Talking Children's Oral Health with Dr Abdelhakim A. El-Gheriani, American Board Certified Orthodontist, Invisalign Platinum Elite, and Consultant Orthodontist at The Sameday Clinic. From Haus & Haus, it's Rennie Sanger -  experienced Off Plan Sales Manager. Last, but definitely not least it's Scott Hutton Head of Construction & Real Estate at BLK partners in for you Legal Clinic.

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02.15.2024 Maysaa Fahour AKA Coach Maysaa EQ is a Licensed Conscious Parent Coach Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and she is here to help avoid sibling squabbles. Nelly Attar is part-Lebanese, part-Saudi. She is an entrepreneur, athlete and world record holder. First Arab to summit K2 and part of the EnduranceXcel platform, which brings together incredible humans for talks, workshops and expeditions. For International Childhood Cancer Day we talk to Dr Nancy, Specialist, Paediatric Oncology at NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah. Last but definetly not least we talk to Seema Akkawi, the author of With You Always, a book for children about grief that she wrote after she lost her husband when she was 7 months pregnant with her son Lucas.

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02.14.2024 Happy Valentine’s Day! Love Experts Eileen Lee-Connor and Hunt Ethridge give us the rundown on what you need to know about dating after divorce, and dating over the age of 35. Everyones favourite time of the week Pets & Vets - Dr. Jean Chalhoub from The City Vet Clinic is here to answer all of your questions. From Moorfields, Dr Rafic gives us the rundown on all things eye health. Dr Sarah from Thrive Wellbeing keeps our New Year resolutions on track.

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13.02.2024 Recently the European respiratory society has changed its stance on vaping. Dr Rachel Kaminski, consultant pulmonologist at Saudi German hospital is in to give us the rundown on vaping. We explored the power of play for bonding with your kids, and helping with emotional regulation with Gigi Alaqqard. Joslin Gracias is a CDA-licensed psychologist supporting individuals and couples with their therapeutic goals and she helps us understand heartbreak. Dr. Natasha Ridge is the founding Executive Director of the Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi Foundation for Policy Research and she tells us everything we need to know about RAK Art.

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12 February 2024: We are learning how travel can teach empathy to our kids with Zoltan Rendesh. Do I have an anxiety problem? Dr Johannes helps you to understand if you are just a little anxious or if there is more to it. From Haus & Haus, Chris Maughan, Dubai Marina Sales Manager is here to give us the rundown on BR/Dubai Marina/Bluewaters areas. Last but not least we are talking family law with the incredible Madeleine Mendy, discussing issues around separating, divorce, custody and payments.

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07 February 2024: Specialist pediatrician Dr Rania on hand as we discussed vaccinations for kids - what they get, what else they need, taking any questions. Talking menopause in the workplace with Livia Rees - what policies need to be in place and helping you out with symptoms. Dr. James Aitchison from Kings is here to talk about Lung cancer, it is the commonest cause of cancer death in both the US and UK, around 200,000 and 40,000 deaths per year respectively. Pets and Vets Dr Joana Porto answering questions about the health and behaviour of your furry friends.

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06 February 2024: Dr Thoraiya from Human Relations Institute & Clinic answers the questions "Are you looking for love? What should we be looking for in a romantic partner? And do we need to have our own life together before starting one with someone else?". Hamza Zaouali is a Career Coach, Professional Recruiter and Entrepreneur and he is giving advice to fresh graduates about the toughest job market he has ever seen. Sandy Zanella, a passionate advocate for family well-being and mental health tells us about her Family Mental Health Matters Summit. Sebastian Bates shares Strategies for Combating Bullying and Supporting Children’s Mental Health.

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05 February 2024: We talk ‘Why painful periods are not always normal’ with Dr. Kranti Lohokare Jadhav, Specialist Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Aster Hospital Sharjah. We got a visit from Tiffany, Paige & August from Rebuilding Joy "Solo mom and 2 kids on a trip around the world. Helping you to live joyfully and travel hack your way to more travel!". Doha Khassawneh is a well known Jordanian author and puppeteer who is known for her imaginative children’s stories. Thomas Poulson from Huas & Haus tells us about the rental markets in Dubai as it's continuing to see stellar growth. Last, butnot least we have our Legal Clinic with Tasleem Sayani, a solicitor with over 15 years of experience in the UAE answering your questions on Wills, Estate planning etc.

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01 February 2024: What do Simone Biles, Greta Gerwig, Mark Ruffalo, Michael Phelps, and Trevor Noah have in common? They all have ADHD. Doing a deep dive into the diagnosis with an expert and a mum. Carrie Green from Thriving Souls and mum Noor Abu-Hijleh. Carrie has been helping children and their families overcome obstacles and challenges, related to learning difficulties, Autism, ADHD, challenging behaviors, and missing developmental milestone for over 20 years.Noor is a visual artist, writer and mother of two children. During the COVID lockdown, she discovered her son was having trouble focusing and was confirmed later as he got older that he is a neurodivergent child.

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31 January 2024: Women's Wellness with Amy Thomson from Moody App. Health Anxiety with Dr Anjulie Dhillon, Health Psychologist from Connect Psychology. Tongue Ties & Breastfeeding with Dr. Delphine and Dr. Tina, and we will finish off with Pets and Vets with Dr Vito and behaviourist Anna from Vets and Pets!

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30 January 2024: We were tackling imposter syndrome with emotional intelligence coach Dr. Béatrice Frank-Fahle. We sort out your social media with Alexandra Maia. We talk to Dr Najm, an award winning heart surgeon who has performed more than 10,000 operations. Olivia Froudkine and Marie-Jeanne Acquaviva are photojournalists and writers behind the new book Dubai Is My Home - celebrating diversity in Dubai. We also caught up with Dr Imtiaz Hashmi, Specialist Orthopaedic Surgeon from Kings College Hospital.

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29 January 2024: Broadcasting live from Sky Residences in Expo City. Mohamed Elembaby and Maria Zu are here to talk about why you should have a Will no matter what age, background, status. Christina Ioannidis CEO of Aquitude - Award-winning International Motivational Speaker, Transformation Consultant, Author and Health Coach believes that women are being gaslit when it comes to medical diagnosis. Mika Coquia - Founder of Birthday Bliss joins us now to share how the Dubai community has come together in real life and online to help children. Also you can find out everything you need to know about living and buying in this vibrant part of town with Paul Sharland from Haus & Haus and Dalya Kattan, Creative Director, Events and Experiences from Expo City.

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