The Bits You Don't See

What does it really take to build wealth that lasts? After 20 years in finance, Brendan Gow realised most of the industry didn’t truly understand money. In this episode, the Dubai-based entrepreneur and private wealth expert opens up about how he rebuilt his approach to business, investing, and life — putting integrity and self-awareness at the core of everything. Brendan shares the lessons that o...

What happens when stress stops being manageable and starts controlling your life? Charlotte Stebbing-Mills joins The Bits You Don’t See to talk about the hidden side of workplace anxiety, burnout and rebuilding strength after breaking point. Through her story, Charlotte shares how chronic stress and performance pressure led to anxiety and self-doubt, and how she slowly learned to trust herself aga...

From dusty decks in Liverpool to launching MixMag UAE in 2025, Mark Pickup has spent decades at the heart of nightlife and media. In this episode, he pulls back the curtain on Dubai’s evolution—from underground beats to headline DJs, from fringe venues to festival‑sized crowds. Whether you live for the bass, curate the scene, or just love what nightlife culture can bring—this one’s for you. What y...

He cycled through chemotherapy. Climbed the height of Everest three times. Crashed his bike mid-race, snapped his front wheel… and still turned up the next day to run a double marathon. Then, just two weeks after finishing treatment, he played 90 minutes of football. This isn’t about motivation. This is about choosing movement over comfort, and purpose over pain. It’s about doing hard things, even...

What happens when a professional dancer in Dubai hits breaking point - and turns her pain into powerful transformation? Melissa McAllister opens up about the untold truth behind the glamour, the trauma of performing under pressure, and how she rebuilt her life through breathwork, emotional healing, and deep self-reflection. From being replaced mid-show to sitting with heartbreak during lockdown, M...

She left a stable job, posted once a week, and built a 6-figure business helping CEOs go viral. In this episode, we sit down with Nehha — a LinkedIn strategist who scaled from freelancer to 16 clients in 6 months, all through the power of personal branding. From growing up in Saudi and travelling to 52+ countries, to flopping during COVID and bouncing back — this is a story of clarity, failure, an...

From drinking a litre of whisky a day during lockdown… to making his professional boxing debut at 31. This is the story of Michael Roos, a man who grew up surrounded by athletes but lost his way through ill-discipline, alcohol, and self-doubt — before turning his life around in the boxing ring. In this raw and inspiring episode of The Bits You Don’t See, Michael opens up about: 🥃 Hitting rock bot...

She moved to Dubai at just 21 with no safety net, battled through dyslexia, failed jobs, and self-doubt… only to lose a £500,000 real estate commission that nearly broke her. 💸 But Hannah Pryde didn’t quit. Instead, she rebuilt from scratch — closing multi-million-dirham property deals, running her own migration business, and now launching an AI startup set to transform how salespeople build rela...

How do you go from being a bullied, anxious kid in Devon… to becoming one of the most trusted voices in networking and relationship marketing in Dubai? That’s the story of Phil Bedford – The Rebel Networker. Phil has lived in Dubai for 27 years, built multiple businesses, written five books, taught governments and entrepreneurs across the Middle East, and even become a professor — despite failing...

I’ve built businesses in the UK, paid millions in tax, employed big teams… and now I’m walking away from it all. Why? Because the UK has become (in my words) “a car crash” for entrepreneurs. This conversation with Calum White (CEO of White & Co.) is raw, unfiltered, and brutally honest. We break down why I’m quitting UK business to start over in Dubai real estate — and why I believe I’ll never...

How Deji & Dayo Went From Zero to 70 Million Views on One Viral TikTok Post What does it take for two brothers to go from zero to 70 million views on a single post — with no monetization, no master plan, just pure fun? In this episode of The Bits You Don’t See, I sit down with brothers Deji & Dayo Adebola, the comedy duo behind some of the internet’s funniest reels. We dive deep into how t...

From redundancy and heartbreak to awards, billboards, and building a life in Dubai — Liam Robertson’s story is one of resilience, risk, and relentless drive. In this episode of The Bits You Don’t See , we sit down with one of Dubai’s fastest-rising real estate brokers to uncover the truth behind his meteoric rise. 💡 Liam shares openly about: Leaving Edinburgh to start over in Dubai — with no safe...

Want to build a standout brand in Dubai real estate—without burning out? In this episode of The Bits You Don’t See, top Dubai broker Aidan Doyle shares what actually drives listings, lead gen, and lifestyle leverage in the most competitive market in the world. 📍What you’ll learn: • How Aidan built a 7-figure brand from cold calls, AI systems & social proof • Why most agents get stuck—and what...

When your idols become your rivals is one of Jono Carroll's most famous quotes, and for good reason. Overcoming almost every single fight put in front of him, Jono 'King Kong' Carroll has had an extensive career in the world of boxing. But it's not always been easy. From escaping the wrong crowd in Ireland to juggling a fledgling boxing career with other work in Australia, Carroll hasn't had the e...

Takeaways: The importance of risk management in trading cannot be overstated, as it is fundamental to long-term success. One must understand that trading is a process involving consistent effort and perseverance over time. The trading industry is often misrepresented online, leading to misconceptions about its nature and challenges. Building a personal brand and community is vital for a trader's g...

What if you could reverse your biological age — and rebuild your life at the same time? 🧬💥 In this raw and inspiring episode, Daniel Salewski shares his journey from growing up in one of London’s toughest neighbourhoods to building a life-changing fostering agency — and later launching a cutting-edge longevity clinic in Dubai. After suffering from burnout and being misdiagnosed with depression,...

What happens when you lose $50,000 live on a trading stream — and the world watches? In this episode of *The Bits You Don’t See*, Raja Zahoor shares the raw story behind one of the biggest turning points in his life — and how it led to the creation of Dominion Markets, now processing **over $15 billion in trading volume** every month. We cover: • Growing up in Pakistan and starting fresh in Canada...

Tallia Flaher, the founder of a leading marketing agency specializing in the glamping industry, exemplifies the remarkable journey of transforming ambition into reality. In this discussion, we delve into her evolution from a secure corporate position to establishing a thriving business, underscoring the challenges and triumphs along the way. Tallia reflects on the significance of her decision to l...

Mrs Dubai on Resilience, Reinvention, and the Power of Owning It All 👑🔥 In this raw and empowering episode, entrepreneur, mentor and former Mrs Dubai Kelly Marie Hodgkin shares the unfiltered truth behind the highlight reel. Navigating raising kids, running businesses, and somehow staying fit through it all — Kelly doesn’t just survive it… she owns it. 💪 We talk about: 💡 Why challenges aren’t...

In this discourse, we engage with Luke Lovides, a prominent figure associated with the Jogo Benito Tour, which successfully facilitated Ronaldinho's visit to Australia. The crux of our conversation revolves around the philosophical dichotomy of pursuing one's passions versus engaging in vocations solely for monetary gain, underscoring that the former engenders lasting fulfillment while the latter...

What if the reason you haven’t left… isn’t love — it’s fear? Financial fear. Cultural shame. The quiet voice in your head that says, “What will people think?” In this raw and revealing episode, global relationship and divorce coach Natasha Mahtani joins me to unpack the truths most people never talk about — especially when it comes to staying, leaving, and rediscovering who you are when the relati...

What does it take to go from filling vending machines at 4am… to coaching executives at Amazon, Meta and Tinder? In this raw and insightful conversation, performance coach Oliver Anwar shares his journey from rock bottom to building a global coaching business — not just focused on six packs and macros, but sustainable, identity-driven change. We talk about: Why sleep is the highest ROI move in fit...

After 20 episodes, it was time to pause, reflect, and be honest. This solo episode is a deep dive into what I’ve learned from sitting down with some of the most successful people you’ll ever meet – and how their stories exposed gaps in my own. From the relentlessness of Calum White to the identity transformation mindset of Oliver Anwar and the raw honesty of Dariush Soudi, this episode is part ref...

The narrative of this podcast episode revolves around the profound assertion that individuals possess a greater capacity for traversing darker territories than they might initially comprehend. Our guest, Michael Loke, a distinguished athlete and owner of Athlete Gym, shares his remarkable journey from the Marines to becoming a prominent figure in the Hyrox competitive landscape. His experiences el...

In this exclusive interview, Dariush Soudi shares his full story — from losing £100 million to rebuilding his life in Dubai with just $750. This Dariush Soudi podcast episode is raw, emotional, and filled with lessons about resilience, business, and personal transformation. If you’ve ever searched “Who is Dariush Soudi?” or wanted to understand the mindset behind his comeback, this is the story y...