Sleepless in Dubai

Join co-hosts Julie and Laura as they delve into how DJ Bliss navigates his jam-packed schedule, ensuring to carve out time for rest amidst the filming of the Netflix show “Dubai Bling,” plus balancing his family life with his wife and children, and not forgetting all those gigs and festivals he headlines as a DJ, where he continuously strives to preserve his energy and creativity! As season 1 of...

Get ready for an exciting episode of the Sleepless in Dubai Podcast featuring Tala Samman, the dynamic Founder and Creative Director of "My Fash Diary" and a prominent influencer in the fashion world. Join co-hosts Julie and Laura as they explore Tala's fascinating journey, including intriguing stories from her experiences in the fashion industry. Known for her unique sense of style and innovative...

Get ready for an electrifying episode of the Sleepless in Dubai Podcast featuring Alanoud Badr, the visionary Founder and Designer of "Lady Fozaza" fashion brand and former MBC TV Host and Influencer. Co-hosts Julie and Laura delve into Alanoud's intriguing journey, including a captivating anecdote about her encounter with Kim Kardashian. Renowned for her stunning blazers in the Dubai Design Distr...

Join co-hosts Julie and Laura as they delve into the intriguing topic of “Life as a CEO.” In this episode, Jay reveals the intricacies of his fast-paced life as the CEO of a global advertising company. Which has a significant impact on his sleep - Jay shares how he navigates jet lag, time zone shifts, family-life as a father of 2 adult daughters, balancing leadership responsibilities both on-site...

Meet Carly Neave as she delves into the intriguing topic of “Life in the Spotlight” as Carly navigates life as a mother of 2 boys, entrepreneur and digital creator on the next episode of Sleepless in Dubaï. Join host Julie Mallon on episode 10 as she interviews Carly on her journey of leaving university in her second term, a decision that propelled her into the world of digital content creation an...

Get ready to be inspired as Naila Kiani, a remarkable mountaineer and athelete takes the spotlight in the next episode of Sleepless in Dubai! Join hosts Julie and Laura as they explore the intriguing topic of Navigating Sleep as a Mountaineer, athelete, mum and everything in between! In this engaging conversation, Naila shares profound insights into the cultural and societal challenges she has fac...

Join co-hosts Julie and Laura as they delve into the incredible topic of Sleep and Education with Siog.   Episode 8 takes our listeners on Siog’s journey as an award winning “Montessori nursery owner and manager” and how she has strived to create a nurturing environment aligned with Montessori principles, focusing on individualised learning and holistic development. Whilst recognizing the cri...

Join hosts Julie and Laura as they delve into the topic of Sleep and Open Ended Play with Hannah. Listeners will get an insight of how an entrepreneur and mother of three manages a very unique and special business that focuses on play through creative sessions, private events and those one-of-a-kind play dates! Don’t miss this insightful conversation with Hannah Pierce who is known for specialisin...

Meet Dr. Alessandro Caielli, Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgeon at Lucia Clinic, in the next episode of Sleepless in Dubai! Join hosts Julie and Laura as they delve into the topic of “Beauty Sleep” with one of the worlds leading plastic surgeon’s Dr. Caielli. Explore the journey to radiant beauty with a focus on the pivotal connection between rejuvenating sleep, meticulous skincare, an...

Meet Raya Halet, the Founder of They Say it Takes a Village Podcast, in the next episode of Sleepless in Dubai. Join hosts Julie and Laura as they discuss how Raya balances a full time job, a leading parenting podcast, her two beautiful boys and family life! Explore Raya’s insights of the pivotal role sleep plays in parenting, and overall well-being, plus sharing some information about becoming a...

Meet Suki Lu, Ex TV Presenter of CCTV and Managing Partner of Silk Gate Business, in episode 4 of Sleepless in Dubai! Join co-hosts Julie Mallon and Laura Buckwell as they delve into the intriguing topics of Chinese Sleep Habits and Life in the Spotlight (as an Influencer and Entrepreneur). Explore Chinese sleep rituals and how they influence Suki’s life under the spotlight with balancing professi...

“Let’s talk about Nutrition-Science” with Oz Erbas, Biochemist and Founder of Sprout in Episode 3 of Sleepless in Dubaï. Join hosts Julie Mallon and Laura Buckwell as they explore Sprout’s fascinating ethos of using nutrition science and technology to help provide kids with the best start in life! Learn about the balance between entrepreneurship, motherhood and why Oz’s mission is to support and e...

Meet Mads Wolff, the groundbreaking and forward-thinking General Manager of 25Hours Hotel One Central, Dubaï - in Episode 2, Season 1 of Sleepless in Dubaï🎙️ Join co-hosts Julie Mallon and Laura Buckwell as they “uncover” those sleep secrets of a hotelier who is constantly pushing to be at the forefront of an industry that is always evolving! Discover the growing trend of sleep tourism, the focus...

Featuring the esteemed Medical Director of MyPediaClinic, Dr. Medhat Abu-Shaaban. Check out the first episode! Co-hosts Julie Mallon and Laura Buckwell engage in a thought-provoking discussion on the intersection of Sleep and Pediatrics. Discover Dr. Medhat’s inspiring journey to pediatrics as he shares the motivations that led him to the rewarding realm of working with children. Gain valuable ins...