
Aeolian Sands
Ever wondered what makes Arabia tick? From our studio in Dubai, hosts Jon and Mir explore what’s happening across the Middle East, revealing unique insights about the people and businesses of the region.
Episodes
11 episodes
How to Creatively Stand Out in Saturated Markets | Aeolian Sands - Ep10
In this episode of Aeolian Sands we discuss creativity. What is creativity, how can it be harnessed, and how have brands used it to stand out? We explore the essence of creativity in marketing, practical ways to spark and apply it, and showcase...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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57:41

In Conversation with Vernon D Cruz | Aeolian Sands - Ep 09
What does cheese have to do with cosmetics? Well, if you're a marketing ace like Vernon D Cruz, it doesn't matter on the industry, you'll still churn out success.Listen to the secret stories from Vernon's vast experience at major gl...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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58:25

In Conversation with Ramy Assaf | Aeolian Sands - Ep08
Want to bring an ambitious idea to life? Ramy Assaf, founder of successful technology platform Zbooni, chats with Jon about entrepreneurship. From growing up in California to revolutionising commerce and payments in the Middle East, Ra...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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44:20

Episode 7 - What do UAE residents like to do for entertainment?
In this episode, we explore the behaviour of UAE residents across various areas of entertainment and leisure. About Aeolian SandsEver wondered what makes Arabia tick? Aeolian Sands is our regular podcast that uncovers new insig...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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51:45

COP28 Special: Aeolian Sands Meets...Fatma Al Khayat
As the UAE welcomes COP28, in this special episode, the Aeolian Sands team meets Fatma Al Khayat, an urban planner who is shaping Abu Dhabi, the UAE's capital.From climate change to vernacular architecture, from biophilic design to buil...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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43:20

Episode 6 - Could time in green spaces transform your life? The importance of nature for people in the Middle East
Continuing our environment series, we explore how spending time in nature can have dramatically positive effects on people's health and happiness. But just how many people are actually getting out and about into green spaces? We'll also look at...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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51:42

Episode 5 - What does the UAE think about climate change
Ahead of COP28 in the UAE, we dig deeper into perceptions on a big topic - climate change. The results of a nationwide environment and nature survey are revealed and there's chat about what initiatives are taking place to reduce carbon footprin...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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51:28

Ep04 - Why do some apps and websites suck?
In this episode, we explore why people in the UAE get frustrated with apps and websites. We discuss key takeaways from the World Government Summit and how one major sporting event doesn't pay artists for their talent.Get in touch - info@...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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49:37

Ep03 - How phones are taking our time and disrupting relationships
In this episode we reveal brand new data on mobile phone usage and how many of us feel our friends and family spend too long on phones when we're with them. There's also chat about woolly mammoths and dodos, plus what if rubber production were ...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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41:12

Ep02 - Is AI and robots coming for our jobs? Let's hear what the UAE thinks
In this episode, we find out whether the UAE thinks AI and robots will replace their jobs, a bold vision expected to inject 32 trillion AED over the next 10 years and century old predictions for the world in 2023. About Aeolian San...
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44:09

How is the UAE coping with technology and managing work-life balance?
In this episode, we dive into the data on work-life balance in the UAE, an exciting new mission to the moon and we go nuclear as we chat energy of the future.About Aeolian SandsEver wondered what makes Arabia tick? Aeolian Sands is ...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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44:46
