Sally is joined by special guest HE Manal Ataya, Director General of Sharjah Museums, as she shares her picks of her favourite reads. She talks harnessing the power of anxiety with Sarah Wilson’s 'First, We Make the Beast Beautiful', Mark Haddon’s brilliant breakout novel 'The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nightime', and the mystery and magical realism ... Show More
May 2021
“Curiosity is a blessing and a curse.” Manal Ataya on why curiosity became an essential trait in navigating her career as museum director.
In our first episode since Ramadan break, Hashem is joined by Manal Ataya who, as the Director General of Sharjah Museum Authority, sits at the helm of 16 museums documenting and consolidating the cultural heritage of the region. They discuss the “inner workings” of a museum dire ... Show More
39m 7s
May 2021
Unleashing Your Child's Imagination at SCRF21 with HE Ahmed bin Rakkad Al Ameri (20.05.21)
Mikail Atiyeh and AIsha Al Mazmi spoke to Sharjah Book Authority's Chairman, HE Ahmed bin Rakkad Al Ameri, about the 12th Edition of Sharjah Children's Reading Festival under the theme "Your Imagination" in addition to highlighting the numerous authors, activities, workshops and ... Show More
11m 11s
Aug 2021
E202: Smile You Are In Sharjah. (With Nawar Al Qassimi)
Today we speak with Nawar Al Qassimi, book lover and art advocate from Sharjah Art Foundation. We reminiscence back to stories of growing up in Sharjah, celebrating its contemporary art and culture scene, and exploring new places. #WeCauseCultureHosted by OT, Reem, and Akkaoui, t ... Show More
41m 58s