The Playground Podcast
There’s no hood like parenthood! How often do we really get to hear real, open, and honest conversations? The Playground was launched to share real human stories, the good, the bad, the funny and the sad. We also host some leading regional experts who offer tips and tricks for our listeners to benefit from.
We want to walk away knowing that we made a parent’s life somewhat easier, or even just made them smile!
Episodes
15 episodes
Playground Unfiltered: Working Mum Guilt, Lost Marriages, Overbearing In-Laws & Cultural Clashes
In this powerful episode of Playground Unfiltered, host Shamim Kassibawi sits down with three guests to unpack real and raw messages from our listeners—because parenting isn’t always picture-perfect.We dive into:A working mum’s ...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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41:40
Playground Unfiltered: Navigating Family Values, Motherhood Identity, Nannies, IVF & More
Welcome to the first episode of Playground Unfiltered, a special series on The Playground podcast where no topic is off-limits. Host Shamim Kassibawi is joined by three incredible guests to dive deep into the unspoken c...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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45:52
Inside the Real Lives of Caroline Stanbury & Sergio Carrillo
In this captivating episode of The Playground Podcast, host Shamim Kassibawi sits down with Real Housewives of Dubai stars and entrepreneurs, Caroline Stanbury and Sergio Carrillo. Join us for an exclusive, no-holds-barred con...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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46:59
From the UK to Dubai: The Journey of Principal Lisa, Dubai’s Godmother
In this warm episode of The Playground Podcast, our host Shamim Kassibawi sits down with Principal Lisa, a beloved figure known as the "godmother" to countless children in Dubai. With a huge following on social media and a reputation for being ...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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33:33
Zahra Abdalla's story - I am more than my past
In this enlightening episode of The Playground, Shamim Kassibawi welcomes Zahra Abdalla, a mother of three teenage boys, award-winning cookbook author, entrepreneur, and creative director. As the first mother of teenagers to join the podcast, Z...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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Modern Parenting with Hassan Al Sheikh
Welcome to another insightful episode of "The Playground Podcast"! This week, we're thrilled to have our first male guest, the renowned media personality and father of three, Hassan Al Sheikh. Join us as we delve into the intricacies of modern-...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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31:31
A New Life in Lockdown: Tala Ardalan's Story of Motherhood and Healing
In this heartfelt and candid episode of The Playground, we sit down with Tala Ardalan, a new mother who bravely shares her journey through the challenges of parenting during the 2020 Covid pandemic. Tala opens up about the two years sh...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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29:53
Juggling Work, Family, and Self-Care With Dina Butti
In this heartfelt episode of The Playground, we are joined by the incredible Dina Butti, an Egyptian/Canadian TV presenter, content creator, and voiceover artist. Dina, a mother of two energetic boys, shares her deeply personal journey through ...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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28:36
Egg Freezing: Hope or Hype?
Welcome to another insightful episode of The Playground! Today, we are thrilled to have the incredibly multifaceted Nina Zandnia as our guest. Nina, a Persian/Swedish dynamo who grew up between New York and Sweden, is now making waves in Dubai....
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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40:04
Breaking the Silence: Navigating Miscarriage and Motherhood with Alana from ＨＵＭＡＮ | ＩＮＧ
In this emotionally charged episode of The Playground, we sit down with Alana, a Dubai-based American expat whose journey through motherhood has been marked by profound loss and resilience. After experiencing the devastating loss of her first b...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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29:32
Nurturing Connection: A Deep Dive into Conscious Parenting with Dr. Alya Alsuwaidi
🎙️ Welcome to another insightful episode of "The Playground," where we navigate the world of parenting with expertise, empathy, and a touch of humour. In this episode, our esteemed guest, Dr. Alya Alsuwaidi, an Emirati conscious parenting exper...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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25:31
Taleen Marie on Juggling Real Housewives Status, Mum Hustle, and Mental Health
🎙️ Get ready to step into the glittering world of the Real Housewives of Dubai on this special episode of The Playground Podcast! In this riveting interview, Shamim Kassibawi sits down with the multi-talented Taleen Marie, the newest sensation ...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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26:06
Navigating New Parenthood: Insights from a Veteran Midwife
Welcoming a new baby is a thrilling yet challenging journey for every family. In this enlightening episode, we sit down with Cecile, a revered midwife with decades of invaluable experience supporting new parents and their precious bundles of jo...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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30:41
Resilience, Motherhood, and Victory: Navigating Challenges with Rehab Al Mehairi
Join us in this powerful episode as we sit down with the multifaceted Rehab Al Mehairi, an incredible Emirati woman who wears multiple hats with grace and resilience. From being a devoted mother, actress, TV presenter, to a thriving entrepreneu...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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27:06
My biggest regret about my parenthood journey
In this touching episode, Tina Chikhani Nader, a successful leader, opens up about her personal journey. She bravely discusses the challenges of balancing a demanding career and the emotional turmoil of unsuccessful IVF attempts while navigatin...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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