Rooted Within with Lili & Dan

In this episode of Rooted Within, Lili and Dan are joined by Stephanie who shares her truly heart-breaking story of the loss of her brother to suicide and the coping mechanisms on dealing with that as an expat. Stephanie opens up about who and what were important to her at such a hard time, the unlikeliest hero that helped her through the tough time, and the importance of looking after yourself fi...

In this episode of Rooted Within, Lily and Dan dive deep into the journey of Flora, a positive change-maker who transitioned from a stressful career in events to a fulfilling path of rapid transformational therapy.   They discuss Flora's personal transformation, the impact of limiting beliefs, and the power of reprogramming the mind for peace and self-love. Discover how Flora's journey from b...

In this episode of Rooted Within with Lili and Dan, Moein Al Bastaki explores his career journey and experience to become the leading Emirati magician. Moein discusses the challenges becoming a magician in the UAE and the reaction of not only his family, but that of the general public. Tune in for an inspiring story about pushing yourself to your limits and self-belief.  ...

In this episode of Rooted Within, Lili and Dan converse with Zarooni about his journey as both a Head of HR and a musician. They discuss the challenges of HR, the importance of aligning values, and the art of balancing a professional career with a passion for music. They discuss: Exploring Diverse Identities and Multifaceted Careers Navigating the Intersection of Music and HR: A Unique Perspective...

In this episode of Rooted Within with Lili and Dan, we meet Am Golhar, a creative entrepreneur and media voice. Am delves into her younger years, her work in fashion, and her development of burnout after 18 years in the creative industry. She explains the impact of burnout on her mental state, and gives meaningful insight of how to handle it. Listen in for some meaningful insight and advice for ho...

In this episode of Rooted Within with Lili and Dan, Katie explore her career journey and experience rowing across the Atlantic Ocean. Katie discusses how the loss of a job had impacted her ego and how she found herself with the opportunity to row across the Atlantic. She delves into her difficult training, how she mentally prepared for the journey and the bittersweet feeling of stepping onto dry l...

In this episode of Rooted Within with Lili and Dan, Noona delves into the topic of neurolinguistic programming and how it can help manipulate the brain to achieve desired outcomes. Noona shares her personal experience of reconnecting with someone from her past and the emotions it evoked. She also discusses the importance of understanding childhood experiences and how they shape our beliefs about f...

In this episode of Rooted Within, Dr. Rex shares his journey from a monastery to the outside world, where he faced the challenges of survival and adapting to a new lifestyle. Rex discusses his struggle to find peace within himself and his acceptance of different beliefs and practices as long as they don't harm others. Lili, Dan and Rex also delve into the topic of ethics and how it is tested in ev...

In this episode of Rooted Within, Lili and Dan speak with Rucha, a courageous mother who shares her inspiring story of resilience and the importance of asking for support. Rucha discusses her experience in the NICU, where she faced challenges and uncertainty while holding onto hope for her child's survival. She emphasizes the significance of having a support system and encourages women to reach ou...

In this episode of Rooted Within, Lili and Dan speak with Rocky as he shares his journey of embracing his sexual-identity and finding happiness. They discuss the importance of self-acceptance, the freedom that comes with letting go of societal expectations, and the impact religion and culture can have on one's identity. The episode also touches on the complexities of family, marriage and the need...

In the episode of Rooted Within, Anne Marie McQueen discusses her difficult experiences as a journalist and how her personal experience of losing her mother to pancreatic cancer at a young age motivated her to seek alternative paths and eventually led her to the UAE. She mentions that women with mental health challenges, trauma, or adverse childhood experiences often face additional difficulties....

Guest OT shares his personal journey moving from Sudan to Dubai and the impactful moments that shaped his life. From negotiating a unique deal at a music store to receiving a kidney donation from his father, OT's story is one of resilience and gratitude. He also discusses a thought-provoking conversation with a teacher that made him reflect on the legacy he wants to leave behind. Join OT as he ins...

In this podcast episode, Tash Hatherall-Shawe, the owner of Tish Tash Communications, shares her story of building a successful communications agency in the region. She discusses how to create a workplace environment that supports women's needs and addresses mental and physical health concerns. Tash shares her journey of infertility and how it's inspired her to advocate for women's reproductive he...

Mahmoud Al Juaidi discusses his difficulty finding a job after graduation due to the limited options that didn't align with his varied interests. Eventually, he found himself working on branded products and sustainable merchandise, something he had always wanted to do. This episode of Rooted Within explores his journey and the challenges he faced along the way. On this episode, Mahmoud discusses;...

In this episode of Rooted Within, certified matchmaker and dating coach Eileen Lee Connor discusses her background and career as a makeup artist and trainer. She shares that she has worked in marketing, IT, and considers herself a serial entrepreneur. She reflects on the early days of the internet and the excitement of being part of the digital revolution. Eileen also reminisces about her childhoo...

In this episode of Rooted Within, Lili and Dan are joined by special guest Purva Grover who shares her inspiring journey of making a difference. Purva discusses her experiences and mindset shifts that led her to pursue her dreams in writing and journalism and create a positive impact. She also talks about the motivation behind her work and the challenges she faced along the way. Tune in to hear th...

In this episode of Rooted Within, Lili and Dan sit down with Nikki Steele Osborne to explore her journey of self-discovery and the importance of normalizing conversations around mental health. Nikki shares her personal experiences of feeling disconnected from her own life and the transformative moment that led her to seek help. They discuss the power of empathy and the impact it has on relationshi...

In this episode of Rooted Within, Lili and Dan interview Zainab Al-Salih. Zainab is part of the events industry and specializes in planning weddings. Zainab talks about the skills needed for wedding planning, the personal and intimate nature of weddings, and the challenges she has faced in her 15 years of experience. She also shares her observations and insights into the dynamics of relationships...

In this episode of the Rooted Within podcast, hosts Lili and Dan interview Azeem Rafiq, a cricket player who gained international attention for his fight against institutional racism in Yorkshire County Cricket Club. Azeem shares his background, growing up in Pakistan and his love for cricket. He discusses his successful career, including captaining England teams at a young age. Azeem also talks a...

On this week's episode of Rooted Within, we were joined by Ben McCabe, who is an Entrepreneur, Partner of his own Business and a Recruitment Expert. Ben shares tales about his background and upbringing, the importance of hard work, and his passion for business. He shares about how he began his career with a passion for Politics and how the person who he worked for shattered his faith due to untowa...

This week on Rooted Within, Lil and Dan welcome Miranda Davidson to discuss her journey as a producer from Los Angeles to the Middle East and the work climate in the region. The conversation touches on the disposability o actors in the industry and the need for a stronger community that stands against discriminatory practices. Miranda shares her vision for creating change in the industry and her v...

On this episode of Rooted Within, Lily and Dan interview Punam Verma, a multi-talented artist who started as a poet and then pursued music, writing over 250 songs and performing in front of 70,000 people for her first concert. Punam is a fascinating individual with a keen understanding of the human condition. She shares her own experiences in life which have led her to Dubai where she currently re...

On this week's episode, Lili and Dan welcome Boris Carreau to the studio. Boris is a multi-talented marketer and adventurer and the current head of marketing for Dyson in Dubai. Born in France and raised in North Africa, Boris's life journey has taken him all over Europe, culminating in his passion adventure and travel. His remarkable career journey, begins with Ralph Lauren in Geneva and after mu...

On this week's episode of Rooted Within, we are joined by Scott Armstrong. Scott is a journalist turned mental health advocate, whose life experiences and resulting insight are nothing short of extra-ordinary. On this episode Scott discusses; Overcoming trauma to succeed Living on the streets at the age of 15 The vitality and importance of men's mental health The change of work culture over the la...

Today on Rooted Within, we welcome Nathan Farrugia. Nathan is an Entrepreneur, Storyteller & Author, Business Coach, Record-breaking Adventurer, TEDx Speaker, Vistage owner, NED, Philanthropist aswell as a being a loving Husband & Father. On this episode Nathan discusses; Coping with Asthma Through Sports Endurance Challenges and Physiological Evolution Exploring Pain Threshold, Training,...