Omar Al Duri

The Halftime Show

Sports EN ↓ 536 episodes

A 1-hour sports talk radio show 3 days a week (Monday, Wednesday & Saturday 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM) presenting all global and local sports headlines, as well as topics centered on mental health, nutrition and well-being.

Author

Omar Al Duri

Category

Sports

Podcast website

www.pulse95radio.com

Latest episode

Jul 6, 2026

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Episodes

160 -Marina Granovskaia-The mastermind behind Chelseas new revolution (7.09.20) 07.09.2020

Chelsea have made a lot of signings this transfer window but who’s been the best signing since the transfer ban. We take a behind the scenes look at whats happening at chelsea. Messi decision to stay may not be in his hands but its this his last dance and how will he do? An ice therapy session powered by breathing was an incredible experience and I share that on this episode. Listen to #Pulse95Rad...

159 - Mind hacks on fear with mental health expert Yasmen Ahmed? (5.09.20) 06.09.2020

Mental health is often discussed on the show but how do we manage fear to help reduce anxiety. Yasmen Ahmed drops by to discuss mental fitness, mental health and the important tools required to feel better. Mind hacks, visualization and the power of physiology is on the menu for todays discussion. We also raise the question what’s the different between mental health and mental fitness? Listen to #...

158 -Is sleep the most powerful performance enhancer? (2.09.20) 02.09.2020

have we all neglected the most powerful tool in performance? We break down the importance of sleep and why it’s so hard to master. We also discuss the process from start to finish and how we can rectify a common challenge we face when mastering sleep. We also review the current All or nothing documentary as Spurs headline the publicised show during the 2019/20 season. Listen to #Pulse95Radio in th...

157 -How mixed martial arts can help with mental health(31.08.20) 31.08.2020

With the world adapting to the pandemic what are we doing to help mental health? Some have taken up different sports which has helped stimulate mental fitness and we take a look at one of the today with mixed martial arts. How does it help and what can we learn from skills within the sport? The UAE has a lot of talented athletes so what do we consider as the sport of the nation? We debate and take...

156 -Is doing too much of the same exercise bad for you?(29.08.20) 30.08.2020

How do we balance the type of exercise/fitness you do? Is doing too much of the same bad for you? We answer one of the listener's questions as we dive into the fitness segment straight away. US Athletes return back to action after boycotting domestic sports following more tragic shootings. The community shield between Arsenal and Liverpool for the mens and the champions league women's final betwee...

155 -What is Messis next destination?(26.08.20) 27.08.2020

The whole world is talking about Messi as he hands in a transfer request but where is his next destination?? We also discuss today, with many challenges we face we discuss your health and fitness goals. Whether its more mental or physical we break down the challenges many are facing pre/post pandemic. We also take a look at a new segment called transfer special where we review where the best playe...

154 -Bayern Kings of Europe as PSG fall short(24.08.20) 24.08.2020

Bayern kings of Europe as PSG fall short in the Uefa Champions league 2020. We analyse the final and where it went wrong for both coaches. Are we over training and if so how much is that due to Covid 19 restrictions? Dillian White is seconds away from defeating Povetkin but how much of that was due to a skilled punch?

153 -how true is “Attack wins you games but defense wins you championships” (22.08.20) 22.08.2020

“Attackers win you games but defense win you championships” How accurate is this and why is it often neglected? we take a look at teams around the world who defy that. With the champions league coming up we preview the two giants involved as PSG take on Bayern Munich in the 2020 champions league final. Where will you be watching it? who’s going to win? The Europa league final is over for this seas...

152 -Almas Elayyan on development, balancing education, sport & the World Cup (19.08.20) 19.08.2020

Almas Elayyan has huge goals to reach the world cup with the Jordan female national team. In this interview, we discuss her goals and how she plans on balancing being an athlete and an honor student. We also cover family support, studying in a different time zone and training at the highest level. In her first radio interview, she impresses with her knowledge and sharpness. We also put her through...

151 -Is Mesut Ozil right to use his platform to speak about Islam Lives matter (17.08.20) 17.08.2020

Are coaches overcomplicating the game by not keeping it simple? We take a look at a few coaches approach and how successful that has been in the major competitions such as the Europa league and Champions league. We also wonder where Messi will end up following his wish to leave Barcelona this summer. Mesut Özil is in the media recently following an interview he did with the athletic. Was he right...

150 -At 33 years old Julian Nagelsmann is reshaping the identity of Coaching (15.08.20) 15.08.2020

Julian Nagelsmann has a remarkable story which has led him onto the world stage at the young age of 33. With the champions league reaching the Semi Finals the Leipzig manager is facing the best players and coaches in the world. We discuss his remarkable rise and how they stand against the best teams in the knockout stages! With Major league soccer returning the fans react to “taking the knee” as f...

149 -Is there an art to losing and how does it build characters? (12.08.20) 12.08.2020

Would you rather beat the smaller teams or lose badly to a big team? The topic of the day is very interesting as we look at how much you benefit from results against different opposition. We also discuss how motivation in sport has changed since the pandemic with perspective playing a huge role in progression. The Europa League and Champions league are one step further as we reach the quarters and...

148 - The true meaning of Bia Warrior with Samia Kallidis and Domia Economides (10.08.20) 10.08.2020

The Bia warriors stop by to discuss female empowerment, the philosophy behind BIA and how they came together to form such a solid team. We talk about the fitness industry, the growth in the middle east and what’s next for them in 2021. It wouldn’t be the same show without putting them through the Fire Round as we ask them on trending topic in the industry. Listen to #Pulse95Radio in the UAE by tun...

147 - From grassroots football to FIFA with Callum Irving (8.08.20) 08.08.2020

Callum Irvine discusses his role in sport and working with organizations such as FIFA,AFC and the English FA. Football is a business but is there a pattern between the philosophy of a manager and the DNA of a club? The UAE second division is causing waves and Callum discusses how important this could be for the UAE national team. Listen to #Pulse95Radio in the UAE by tuning in on your radio (95.00...

146 -Is Abdulrahim Ahli opening the door to future Emirati footballers to play in Europe? (5.08.20) 05.08.2020

Why don’t we have more Emirati footballers playing in Europe? We have a look at Ahlis decision to play in Europe. With all the talent we have here why don’t we have more players in Europe? Champions League is back this week but who are the favorites following project restart? We take a look at the draw and who is likely to progress to the next round. We also have Omnia Al Salah from future talk di...

145 -Arsenal beat Chelsea in the FA Cup at Wembley. (3.08.20) 03.08.2020

The Story of Emi Martinez who was labelled a reject for 10 years going on loan 6 times finally gets his opportunity and takes it. Decision making, failure and belief amongst the battles he had to endure throughout his career. What tactics and strategies made a difference for the managers in the FA Cup final between Arsenal and Chelsea? We take a look at Arteta vs Lampard in what has been a testing...

144 - Ross Gilmour on body transformations, nutrition and sustaining habits. (29.07.20) 29.07.2020

Ross Gilmour stops by to discuss the art of body transformations and how to sustain it. We also break down the difference between training indoor vs gym-based sessions following COVID 19 lockdown. Has the ship sailed or is online the new way forward in achieving health and fitness goals? Habits can be a tough task to crack so we discuss how important the mind plays in building those foundations. L...

143 -Areej Al Hammadi on development, growth & representing the UAE (27.07.20) 27.07.2020

Areej Al Hammadi discusses her challenges developing as an Emirati female football player and how she developed through perseverance, determination and motivation. We also discuss the future and her role as a trendsetter in sport in the Middle East. The fire round is always fun and we put her through the test to learn more about her favorites in sport, health, and fitness. Listen to #Pulse95Radio...

142 - How will the Premier League conclude on the final weekend of the season (25.07.20) 26.07.2020

We preview the final weekend to the premier league season 2019/20 as there’s still plenty to play for. Top goalscorer, most assists, golden gloves, champions league spots and relegation all to play for on the last day. We also take a look at Iron man Mike Tyson's return to professional boxing following his retirement against Roy Jones Jr on September 12. How can the community help change your envi...

141 - Who Deserved the Balon Dor this year? (22.07.20) 23.07.2020

With the Bacon Dor canceled this year we take a look at who were the outstanding athletes who should of been shortlisted. Why was it canceled and could this be the first year in over a decade that Messi and Cristiano would of been runners up? With the current pandemic we value the importance of travel in further learning and development in sport. Is there a challenge in adapting to a different env...

140 -Could any manager in football replicate the success Bielsa has achieved at Leeds? (20.07.20) 21.07.2020

On the show today we discuss man management and the importance it has on achieving success at the highest level! Marcelo Bielsa has won the championship with Leeds after 16 years away from the highest level. We discuss the genius behind the team and whether anyone can replicate the job he has done and in the manner. We also discuss Zidane's management and success with Real Madrid following his rec...

139 - Rawdha Almutaiwei on challenges, family, handball and being a life coach (18.07.20) 18.07.2020

Rawdha discusses her challenges in persuading her family to allow her to chase her dreams. The transition from football to handball and how her life experiences have helped her become an Emirati female life coach, athlete and ambassador. Rawdha has been battling all her life and is finally in a place where she can make a real influence in modern society. Fantastic interview and worth a listen to!...

138 - How important is the role of sleep in performance? (15.07.20) 15.07.2020

Newcastle are under the microscope following the much anticipated take over by Saudi Crown prince Mohamed bin Salman. We discuss what the newcastle project can look like and how similarities can be drawn with manchester city and Leicester city. Transfers, managers,coaches and strategy comes into play when looking at the bigger picture in this segment. We also cover the topic of the day in how slee...

137 - Manchester City off the Hook As Champions League ban is uplifted (13.07.20) 13.07.2020

Manchester City verdict is out exclusively on the half time show as the ban is uplifted. We also take a look at what that means for the current premier league season campaign. Top 5 is now irrelevant as we focus on who will finish in the top 4 following today's verdict. We also take a look at the north London derby as Mourinho's Spurs defeat Artetas Arsenal. UFC 251 finally happened at UAEs fight...

136 - UFC 251 Usman v Masvidal live in the UAE (8.07.20) 09.07.2020

UFC 251 is headlining all the sports news as the fighters prepare for this weekend event at Fight Island. We zone into to Usman v Masvidal and Volkanovski v Holloway on a stacked card. We also ask the viewers the question on what do we look for in a coach? and how do we assess first impressions? Have we returned to sports? Emotional, physical and mental fitness on approaching this matter on the sh...

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