My TV Journey With Lola
My TV Journey with Lola is a behind-the-scenes podcast celebrating the people, stories, and untold moments that power your favorite TV shows and films — from the UK to the Middle East and Africa.
Each episode dives into honest, funny, and sometimes chaotic conversations with the brilliant minds behind your favourite shows, from directors and producers to casting legends and unsung heroes of TV and film. Expect wild set stories, big career shifts, imposter syndrome, travel mishaps, and lots of real talk about surviving and thriving in the industry.
Featuring guests from the UK, Middle East, and Africa. From casting influencers and filming in storms, to donkey whispering and street casting. Come for the industry insight, stay for the stories no one tells.
New episodes drop on the 14th of every month. Because the real drama… happens behind the scenes!
My TV Journey With Lola
AI & Donkey Whispering
In this episode, Lola sits down with Middle Eastern TV powerhouse Hayam Sabury, a true multi-hyphenate who's worn every hat from producer to show caller to post wiz. With over 15 years in the industry, Hayam has worked with major brands like Pepsi, Bugatti, Snapchat, and Pizza Hut — and she’s got the wild stories to prove it.
They chat about:
- How she broke into the industry
- Her role as Unit Production Manager on the film Mountain Boy
- The biggest budget she's ever worked with (yes, she spills!)
- The rise of AI in content creation
And yes... the mysterious world of donkey whispering
This one’s packed with laughs, gems, and a whole lot of real talk about what it’s like to work behind the scenes in the Middle East’s fast-growing creative industry.
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