Afternoons with Helen Farmer

Shining a spotlight on culinary talent across the region, Spinneys has introduced The Chef’s Counter - a platform designed to bring audiences closer to the stories, inspiration, and flavours behind some of the UAE’s most beloved chefs.
Women’s health extends beyond just food and movement. Nutritionist Rashi Chowdhary walks us through everything from lowering cortisol levels to balancing blood sugar, and much more.
The Neighbourhood Food Hall has added a new layer of flavour to our mornings. Founder and restaurateur Nicky Ramchandani shares how the space goes beyond dining, championing local musicians and creating a vibrant community hub.
Meet the country's first honesty-based, unmanned bakery: The Noble Sourdough. Drop by, pick up your freshly baked loaf of choice, and pay seamlessly via QR code. We are ready for it.
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There are growing concerns that the science behind many allergy tests just doesn’t stack up — and they could be sending people down the wrong path.
We get expert advise from Dr. Shireen Marzouk, Consultant Paediatrician & Allergist at Circle Care Clinic in Dubai.
Plus, we learn about art therapy for children, and an app that motivates children to do chores around the house - in exchange for rewards.
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It's the recruiter that never needs a coffee break - but what do candidates need to know about the rise of the chatbot interview? Helen asks two experts...
Plus, we talk movement for home-schooling kids, and ask the question everyone is asking - when will they return to the classroom?
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From envy at other's travels to anger at their choices, a lot of us are feeling some pretty ugly feelings right now. Helen gets into why - and how to give ourselves grace - with psychologist Tanya Dharamshi.
Plus, we discuss a new study that suggests weight gain under-30 could be more harmful than middle-aged spread. And Coach Maysaa is on hand with the help we all need to handle tantrums at all ages...
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From bonuses to furloughs, we put your questions to employment lawyer Thenji Moyo. Plus inclusion specialist Louise Dawson talks SEN support for home schooling families, we meet the Dubai-based author behind a new book exploring faith and feminism, and we learn all about a new fitness initiative helping Dubai residents train alongside the city's fittest police recruits...
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