Episode 1 How To Become Self Aware

The inaugural episode of Transformation Lab DXB features host Nazia Khan in conversation with Maximilian Malchiner. Successful actor, corporate leader and now an eminent leadership coach, Max shares a moving story about the challenges he faced raising a child, mistakenly diagnosed with ADHD. The truth of his son’s condition was the catalyst that changed Max’s life forever. Listen to the best-selling author and psychologist explain what transformation means to him.

Bio

Maximilian Malchiner (MBA) is an internationally-recognised expert in personality and sport psychology and development. He has been working internationally for sixteen years as a highly prominent C-level executive and top-athlete coach
and keynote speaker. He has special qualifications as a mindfulness and emotional control trainer.
To date, he has trained over 350 coaches, psychologists and trainers in Europe and has more than 20,000 hours of experience in executive training and coaching. The vast majority of Maximilian’s work is ranging from one to one
executive and team coaching to keynote addresses to audiences exceeding 75,000 people. Maximilian’s expertise is both deep and broad.

Welcome to Transformation Lab DXB

Hosted by Nazia Khan and Norris Panton, Transformation Lab DXB, is your go-to podcast for mind, body, and health transformation. Each episode, we dive deep into real stories of growth, resilience, and breakthrough moments—because transformation isn’t just about change, it’s about evolution.

Through powerful conversations with experts, thought leaders, and inspiring individuals, we uncover the tools, mindset shifts, and habits that drive lasting success. Whether you’re navigating a setback or leveling up, this is your space to learn, grow, and take action.

New episodes every month. Ready to transform? Let’s get to work.

Recorded at @poddster in partnership with Norris Panton, @coach_khann and @gymnation_me in Dubai

Chapters

• 0:35 What is transformation?
• 4:57 What matters the most?
• 13:13 Understanding adaptation
• 14:58 You are more
• 17:45 Listen to others
• 23:01 My son’s diagnosis, ADHD?
• 30:38 Why Dubai?
• 31:29 Six Pillars of Life