20 May 2025. Dubai just made headlines by announcing it will accept crypto payments for government services. But what does that actually mean for you and me? Today, we're answering all the crypto questions you were to shy to ask, with Samir Safar-Aly, the Co-Chair of Policy & Regulations at the MENA FinTech Association, & Carol Glynn of Conscious Finance Coaching. Meanwhile, Joe Biden’s stage five cancer diagnosis has caused shock – but is it unusual? And what is the prognosis for patients like him in 2025? Patient Steve Ashby and oncologist Dr Deborah Mukherjee are on call. And as research suggests many long-term couples to struggle to stay engaged with each other's chat, Dr Thoriya sheds some light on what's healthy... and when communication issues signal a bigger issue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Road rage in the UAE
More than 70% of drivers in the UAE admit to experiencing road rage, whether it’s tailgating, swerving, or shouting through the window. But what’s driving it? Helen asks traffic consultant Dr Mostafa Aldah and psychologist Mark Samways. Meanwhile, Haus & Haus are on hand to answer your property questions. Plus, we ask, would you forgive a cheat? What is being done to tackle financial exclusion in the Middle East? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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From kitchen to culture: what food feels like home?
In this flavorful episode of Farmer’s Kitchen, Jen Crichton explores how food connects us to our roots — even when we’re far from home. Khalid Al Sabi of Barrad, Shaw Lash of Lila’s Taqueria, and Fay Economides of Mythos join Jen to reflect on the emotional power of food, inspired by the hit TV show No Place Like Home. Next, we tackle a heated topic: food allergies and the growing challenges they present for restaurants. Allergist Dr. Stuart Carr and allergy sufferers share their insights on navigating dining out safely. We wrap up with a cultural twist — it’s International Museum Day! Nada Badran shares how you can get involved, and food writer Simon Ritchie dishes out the latest in culinary news, from Michelin hopefuls to an unexpected olive oil controversy involving Sam Altman.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Are there really health benefits to eating raw meat?
Netflix’ latest shock documentary follows the Liver King, a man who made millions selling supplements to followers of his raw meat diet. He calls it ancestral living – but is there any truth to his health claims? Helen asks Dr. Nas Al Jafari of DNA Health. Meanwhile, as new figures from Salik show a 9% rise in traffic on Dubai’s roads, engineering expert Christopher Seymour explains the infrastructure options. And after an unsupervised toddler caused untold damage to a Rothko in a Dutch gallery, should kids be banned from galleries? Curator Anna Seaman, consultant Myrna Ayad and Gareth Pyper from Repton Dubai talk it out…See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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How do you RSVP no to a wedding you can’t afford?
It’s wedding season – but as new research suggests the costs are becoming too high for many guests, how can we RSVP no without creating upset? Bride Club ME’s Rhiannon Downie-Hurst, bride-to-be Ellis Horne and finance coach Carol Glynn share their thoughts. Plus, we explore ways to stay sane if sofa surfing with family this summer, and we meet some of the athletes and coaches heading to the World Transplant Games as part of the first ever team from the UAE.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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