In this episode, we journey through the heart of Gulf culture with stories spanning the UAE, Kuwait, and Oman. From the warmth of Arab hospitality to the history of Omani trade, the politics of Majlis gatherings to how Gulf youth preserve identity in a globalized world, this conversation uncovers the traditions, stereotypes, and shared values that define life in the region.

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Ebrahim Abbas

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Eisa Alhabib

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Hisham Al Yahyai

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In this episode, we sit down with celebrity chef and MasterChef India judge Kunal Kapur for a delicious deep dive into the heart of Indian cuisine. From the science of food oils to why we don’t like eating alone, this conversation uncovers the beauty, complexity, and cultural weight of what’s on our plates.

This episode is brought to you by Brooke Bond Red label! In this episode, we bring together two voices who don’t often share the same mic — a South Asian expat raised in Dubai and a young Emirati local. From growing up in a city full of emigrants to navigating cultural assumptions, language gaps, and chai wars, this conversation explores what it means to belong in a place built by people from everywhere