In this episode, Asad Orm, Group Circulation Manager – Books & Magazines at Motivate Media Group, gives an inside look at how one of the region’s most influential media houses gets books and magazines into the hands of readers across the UAE and beyond. He discusses the evolving role of circulation in a digital era, how distribution strategies are changing f ... Show More
Nov 17
Dr. Fatima Al Muhairi: Inside the Dromedary — Science, Heritage, and the UAE’s Cultural Symbol
In this episode, Dr. Fatima Al Muhairi, veterinarian and creator of the Anatomical Atlas of the Dromedary Camel, explains what inspired her to document one of the region’s most culturally and scientifically significant animals. She discusses the scientific and logistical challeng ... Show More
22m 10s
Nov 17
Fadi Kattan: Telling the Story of Palestine Through Food
In this episode, Fadi Kattan, chef and author of Bethlehem: A Celebration of Palestinian Food, shares how his love for cooking evolved into storytelling — turning recipes into a testament to heritage, memory, and identity. Speaking at the Sharjah International Book Fair 2025, he ... Show More
20m 38s
Nov 17
Saif Al Suwaidi: Building the Future of Publishing at SPC Free Zone
In this episode, Saif Al Suwaidi, Director of Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone (SPC Free Zone), discusses how Sharjah became a global hub for publishing, media, and creative industries. He explains the motivation behind establishing SPC Free Zone, its role in driving innovation, ... Show More
14m 55s
Mar 2025
Camera Obscura and Photography's Roots in Tehran | Behzad Khosravi Noori at Quoz Arts Fest
<p>Artist, archivist, and educator Behzad Khosravi Nouri, and Richard Lackey from Fujifilm Middle East delve into Behzad's unique exhibition at Gulf Photo Plus, titled "The Life of an Itinerant Through a Pinhole," which explores his grandfather's photographic work in Tehran durin ... Show More
20m 6s
Aug 22
The Deep Track, Ep. 75 - Photography, Gear & More with Troy Barmore
<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2285114/open_sms">Send us a text</a></p><p>This week, we welcome Troy Barmore to the podcast. Troy is an exceptional photographer and media personality, as well as a veteran of the luxury product space. I ... Show More
54m 48s
Jan 2025
The Art of Competitive Cycling Photography, with Phil Penman & Kristof Ramon
Top shot © Kristof Ramon The dynamic arena of competitive cycling photography is not for the faint of heart. This grueling specialty requires a mix of split-second reaction times, intuitive technical mastery, and the ability to anticipate—and even more important—embrace risk. It ... Show More
1h 26m