Pulse 95 Live

In this episode, we speak with Abeer Al Hamdani, a UAE based photographer and workshop leader at Xposure International Photography Festival. The conversation focuses on her hands on portrait photography workshop, where light, shadow, and emotion take priority over equipment. Abeer shares how she teaches participants to see and shape light, work confidently in studio settings, and create strong por...

In this episode, we speak with Glenn Gainor, a veteran producer and studio executive whose career spans major studio films, independent projects, and production leadership at the highest level. Glenn shares insights from his work overseeing physical production for Amazon Original Movies, his years shaping films at Screen Gems, and his role in advancing innovation and sustainability through Sony In...

In this episode, we speak with Lucia Giacani, a Milan based fashion photographer whose work sits between fashion and fantasy. Lucia discusses her exhibition The Substance of Dreams at Xposure International Photography Festival, which brings together over 18 years of her photographic practice. We talk about surrealism, theatrical staging, and photographing women through a distinctly female gaze, as...

In this episode, we speak with Brian Skerry, a veteran photojournalist and documentary filmmaker whose work has brought global attention to life beneath the ocean’s surface. Brian reflects on decades of photographing marine wildlife, his long collaboration with National Geographic, and his work on films such as Secrets of the Whales, which earned a Primetime Emmy Award. Recorded during Xposure Int...

In this episode, we speak with Carol Allen‑Storey, an award-winning documentary photographer whose work centres on humanitarian and social issues. Carol discusses her exhibition Defying the Myth at Xposure International Photography Festival, a decade-long project documenting families in the UK raising children with severe disabilities. We talk about long-term collaboration, photographing care with...

In this episode, we speak with Anastasia Taylor‑Lind, a photojournalist and poet whose work focuses on the lived experience of civilians affected by conflict. Anastasia reflects on more than a decade of documenting life in eastern Ukraine alongside writer Alisa Sopova, and on her exhibition 5K from the Frontline at Xposure International Photography Festival. We discuss long-term storytelling, coll...

In this episode, we speak with Rashed Alsumaiti, an Emirati photographer whose work moves between landscapes, wildlife, and the hidden details of the natural world. Rashed shares how his journey began in 2009 and how curiosity led him from wide natural scenes into the microscopic world of crystallised salt. We talk about his latest project at Xposure International Photography Festival, the patienc...

In this episode, we speak with Sumaya Al Arif, one of the organisers behind Xposure International Photography Festival 2026. Marking its 10th edition, Xposure has grown into a major international platform for photography, film, and visual culture. Sumaya takes us behind the scenes of this year’s festival, from shaping the programme and managing a multi layered event to supporting artists, storytel...

The Sharjah Government Media Bureau organised the “Tigers Obstacle Race” on Saturday, January 17, 2026, starting from Khorfakkan Amphitheatre, as part of its agenda to promote community sports amid the city’s natural beauty and iconic tourist landmarks along the eastern coast. Big Hass was on a Live Broadcast from 8 AM - 10 AM and here's one of the interviews with one of the athletes that particip...

In this episode, bestselling thriller author Chris Pavone — known for The Expats, The Paris Diversion, and Two Nights in Lisbon — reflects on his transition from a publishing career to becoming a full-time novelist. He shares how his life abroad shaped his early storytelling, why he’s drawn to characters navigating uncertainty, and the techniques he uses to build tension, craft twists, and turn ci...

In this episode, Dr. Nguyễn Phan Quế Mai — award-winning author of The Mountains Sing, Dust Child, and The Secret of Hoa Sen — shares how her journey across poetry, fiction, and nonfiction grew out of a deep need to tell the stories Vietnam carries within its history. She discusses the challenges of writing about sensitive subjects, from war trauma to the rarely-told Amerasian experience, and how...

In this episode, Moudhy Al-Rashid, ancient historian and author of Between Two Rivers: Ancient Mesopotamia and the Birth of History, shares what first drew her into the world of early civilizations and why the stories of ordinary people — not kings — became the heart of her work. She explains how she balances rigorous scholarship with poetic, emotionally resonant storytelling, making complex histo...

In this episode, Sarah LaBrie — writer, librettist, and author of the acclaimed memoir No One Gets to Fall Apart — speaks about navigating race, identity, and mental health on the page. She reflects on the responsibility of portraying these themes with honesty while ensuring multiple perspectives are heard. Sarah also opens up about the difficulty of writing deeply personal scenes, including her m...

In this episode, Mariam Rahmani — author, translator, and scholar — reflects on her journey across fiction, translation, and academia. She shares the moment she realised she wanted to work on both sides of literature, and what translating books like In Case of Emergency taught her about language, culture, and the ethics of storytelling. Rahmani discusses how her lived experience shaped Liquid: A L...

In this episode, Banu Mushtaq — journalist, activist, and the first Kannada-language author to win the International Booker Prize (2025) for her short-story collection Heart Lamp — reflects on a lifetime of writing rooted in justice, identity, and lived experience. She shares what moved her toward short stories as her primary form, how she balances activism with literary imagination, and how globa...

In this episode, award-winning literary translator Lisa Dillman — who has translated more than thirty novels from Spanish and Catalan into English — opens a window into the art and craft of translation. She explains what draws her to a book, from voice and cultural depth to linguistic challenge, and walks us step by step through her process, from deep research to “entering character” on the page....

Ajmal Hassan from Discover Mleiha joins the special show to discuss the tourism potential of Mleiha desert. We hear about its geographical diversity and the natural beauty of the region.

HE Khalid Jassim Al Midfa, Chairman of Sharjah Tourism joins us on the show to share his thoughts on the forum. We also discuss tourism arrivals and the contribution of the sector to the local economy.

Akash Ranjith he Founder and CEO of Zerzura joins us on the show to discuss the significance of exclusive adventure experiences. We learn about Mleiha and how it has become an attractive destination amongst high-end customers who seek bespoke experiences.

In this interview we speak to Marc Reineke who shares his insights on a "framework behind a scalable business, without the usual chaos. We discuss the opportunities of a company to make the most of AI tools and prompts to streamline their operations.

Marilu Olvera GM of Chedi Al Bait joins us on our special show from SITTF 2025 to discuss sustainable practices of a hotel and adapting to the technological evolution of AI.

In this episode, Asad Orm, Group Circulation Manager – Books & Magazines at Motivate Media Group, gives an inside look at how one of the region’s most influential media houses gets books and magazines into the hands of readers across the UAE and beyond. He discusses the evolving role of circulation in a digital era, how distribution strategies are changing for publishers and authors, and what it t...

In this episode, Dr. Fatima Al Muhairi, veterinarian and creator of the Anatomical Atlas of the Dromedary Camel, explains what inspired her to document one of the region’s most culturally and scientifically significant animals. She discusses the scientific and logistical challenges of producing such a detailed reference, the camel’s surprising anatomical adaptations, and how her work serves both m...

In this episode, Fadi Kattan, chef and author of Bethlehem: A Celebration of Palestinian Food, shares how his love for cooking evolved into storytelling — turning recipes into a testament to heritage, memory, and identity. Speaking at the Sharjah International Book Fair 2025, he reflects on how each dish connects him to his hometown of Bethlehem and the farmers, families, and traditions that inspi...

In this episode, Saif Al Suwaidi, Director of Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone (SPC Free Zone), discusses how Sharjah became a global hub for publishing, media, and creative industries. He explains the motivation behind establishing SPC Free Zone, its role in driving innovation, and how strategic partnerships — such as the recent MoU with Mashreq Bank — are empowering entrepreneurs and cultural f...