Abtal podcast series is back after a short break with a new line-up of inspiring Arab athletes and compelling conversations.
In the fifth episode, host Reem Abulleil is joined by two athletes this time, Egypt’s first medallist at a Fencing World Championship Ziad El Sissy and his wife, squash superstar Nouran Gohar.
A bronze medallist at the World Championsh ... Show More
Apr 2024
Safiya Al Sayegh on blazing a trail for UAE women in professional cycling
In the seventh episode of the Abtal podcast, host Reem Abulleil is joined by UAE’s first female professional cyclist, Safiya Al Sayegh. A multiple-time national champion and a time trial bronze medallist at the Under 23 Asian Championships, Al Sayegh has made rapid strides in the ... Show More
59m 47s
Apr 2024
Moroccan surfer Ramzi Boukhiam on making the most of his second chance
In the eighth episode of the Abtal podcast, host Reem Abulleil is joined by Moroccan surfer Ramzi Boukhiam, who is getting ready to compete in his second Olympics this summer. Boukhiam is the first Moroccan or Arab surfer to qualify for the Championship Tour, which is the highest ... Show More
55m 28s
Nov 2025
101. “Work Hard and Luck Will Chase You” - Nourelhoda Arafa, Egyptian national rower and The Mettleset’s very own on the road to LA28
Today’s episode of The Mettleset Podcast is brought to you by New Balance 👟This week, we’re turning the mic inward to one of our own, Nourelhoda Arafa, Egyptian national rower and record holder, and Olympic hopeful.At 13, she picked up rowing for the first time. By 15, she was c ... Show More
55m 54s
Nov 2022
Exploring Hidden Depth With A Lebanese Freediving Champ
On this episode of the Beirut Buzz podcast, our host Lynn meets one of Lebanon’s deepest women! A freediving champion with two national records, Pamela Saghbini tells you all about what differentiates freediving from other water sports, the life skills it equips you with, and the ... Show More
20m 18s