Best Double X EL Podcasts (2025)

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Listening Sessions /w Bernitto Music & Double X eL 2:15:54

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16d ago2:15:54

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Listening Sessions /w Bernitto Music & Double X eL : Some easy listening. Super Chilled, Calm and Warm. A definte to take the edge off any situation. 😬 Follow on IG: @bernitto_music @doublexel.official Enjoy Much Love ❤️ #wedontstop.By Double X eL

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Double-Take: Giving Back, with Sir Magdi Yacoub and Meta’s Fares Akkad 17:39

7d ago17:39

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One of the themes that often comes up on the show is giving back to the community. Today I wanted to highlight two guests who instantly come to mind when talking about giving back—the incredible heart surgeon, Sir Magdi Yacoub and META’s Regional Director, Fares Akkad. This episode is part of our new segment, Double-Take, where I take a deep-dive i…

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How I prepare for guest interviews 2:26

21d ago2:26

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Today I’m sharing the answer to another question I’m asked quite often: “how do you prepare for your interviews?” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy A & T Media

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Omar El Akkad 42:15

1M ago42:15

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Author and commentator Omar El Akkad joins me this week to talk about his latest book “One day, Everyone Will Have Always Been Against This”. This is perhaps the most important book I’ve read in the last couple of years as it brought together all that I have been thinking, and feeling, about Western Liberalism. I talk to Omar about the larger theme…

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Double X eL b2b Kindred Music 2:58:24

1M ago2:58:24

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One of the most seamless back to back set's EVER!! Insane synergy and a non-stop GROOVE. Enjoy this b2b w/: @doublexel_official @kindredmusic_sa Much Love ❤️ #wedontstopBy Double X eL

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Minimal x MOM x Spotify | Club Paradise | Queezy 1:25:58

1M ago1:25:58

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THE FACE OF MOM x Spotify - Cape Town (Queezy) delivers a High energy set that is bound to keep you moving. Follow on Instagram : @queezybabaz Much Love ❤️ #wedontstopBy Double X eL

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Encore: Amy Mowafi 29:56

1M ago29:56

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Media powerhouse Amy Mowafi returns to the show for Encore, where I check-in with your favourite alumni guests. Since we last spoke, Amy has been leading and participating in various must-attend events across Egypt. She’s also been returning to her first love, writing, with her ⁠Substack⁠. You can also catch my previous Encore conversations with ad…

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How I choose my guests 5:00

2M ago5:00

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Another question I get asked often is “how do you select your guests?”Join me for a look behind-the-scenes at how I select my guests and some of the criteria involved. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy A & T Media

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Farrah El Dibany on her transformative journey playing Carmen 26:31

2M ago26:31

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We’re continuing my conversation with the talented mezzo-soprano Farrah Al Dibany, exploring the world of opera. Farrah tells me about her experiences and challenges of her work, including her transformative journey playing Carmen, and her commitment to introducing classical music to broader audiences. She also tells me about her artistic choices o…

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GGM Club Night at Xone | Amy Mauritz x Double X eL 1:35:44

2M ago1:35:44

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An improptu back to back with Sista Amy Mauritz. Some Dub/Deep/House. Shout out's to Garden Groove Music for having me and to rest of the DJ's for a night of amazing Music. Enjoy this live recording. Much Love ❤️ #wedontstopBy Double X eL

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Farrah El Dibany 40:21

2M ago40:21

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Mezzo-soprano Farrah El Dibany joins me on the show this week. We cover her journey from discovering her passion for singing at 14, to her incredible performances, including the FIFA World Cup Final in Qatar and the celebration of the re-election of French President Emmanuel Macron in 2022.I had the opportunity to see Farrah perform in-person a cou…

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2025 so far… 31:05

2M ago31:05

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It’s already been an exciting 2025 for What I Did Next. So this week, my producer, Chirag, and I decided to do a check-in and recap the last six months. We talk about the inspiring conversations, guests and events that have made up the year so far, as well as a look at what’s coming up. I also share a sneak peek into our next guest episode, so list…

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How I started ‘What I Did Next’ 3:33

3M ago3:33

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I’m often asked how I got started with the podcast. On a special solo episode this week, I’m taking you behind the scenes to tell you how and why I started What I Did Next, and how it came together. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy A & T Media

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Ayman Tamer 33:03

3M ago33:03

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Ayman Tamer is the Chairman of the Tamer Group, a third-generation business with a 100-year history in Saudi Arabia. Ayman tells me how his grandfather opened the first pharmacy in the Arab peninsula in 1922 and its evolution to one of the largest healthcare companies in the region today, with over $2.5 billion in revenue. It was clear from our con…

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Mense x Volks - Double X eL & Khuma Hertz 1:09:32

3M ago1:09:32

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Listen to our 1st Thursday set recorded live at VOLKS Burger Bar. What an incredible night. Enjoy Much Love ❤️ #wedontstopBy Double X eL

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History and Culture: Perceptions of Egypt (The Narrative Summit 2025) 31:18

3M ago31:18

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A few weeks ago, What I Did Next partnered with the 2025 edition of The Narrative Summit which was held at the breathtaking Soma Bay. Today, I’m delighted to share my panel discussion where we explored perceptions of Egypt through a historical and cultural lens, a subject that is close to my heart. I was joined on the panel by historian Mahmoud Sab…

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Encore: Ali Ali 19:20

4M ago19:20

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Welcome again to What I Did Next Encore, where I check-in with some of your favourite alumni guests. Today, I’m re-connecting with one of the guests from our first-ever season, advertising director Ali Ali. He catches me up on what he’s been up to since we last spoke, his short film, Smokey Eyes, and exploring production in Saudi Arabia. Learn more…

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Club101 | Back to Basics | Double X eL x Shnzo 3:52:08

4M ago3:52:08

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A Live recording of Double X eL & Shnzo's extended 4hr back to back set at Club 101 in Cape Town CBD. A night/morning with music by: AX Music Double X eL b2b Shnzo Enjoy the deep groovey sounds with a mooving energy that you cant not dance to. Much Love ❤️ #wedontstopBy Double X eL

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“Reclaim our narrative,” Fatenn Mostafa Kanafani on her work to document modern Egyptian artists 7:44

4M ago7:44

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On this week’s bonus episode, Fatenn Mostafa Kanafani tells me about her work in documenting, codifying, and cataloging her research in art. She’s contributed a chapter in Daughters of the Nile, authored Modern Art in Egypt, and is now working on a third book. This episode is brought to you by ⁠EFG Hermes One⁠, your one app for investing in more th…

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Fatenn Mostafa Kanafani 45:24

4M ago45:24

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Fatenn Mostafa Kanafani has led a life full of twists and turns. Her career trajectory has seen her go from being a successful marketer with Procter & Gamble to being instrumental in the success of the relaunch of Ahram Beverages, leading to its eventual sale to Heineken in 2002. Fatenn then turned her attention to modern Egyptian art and launched …

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Encore: Nadine Kanso 21:42

4M ago21:42

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On today’s episode, I’m reconnecting with pioneering Arab designer, Nadine Kanso, founder of jewellery brand BilArabi. Nadine tells me what’s been happening since our last conversation two years ago, including her partnership with Berluti, and staying authentic in an influencer-dominated world online. This episode is part of our special series, Wha…

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“Catch the (aqua) mango!” Omar Hilal on his award-winning ads and his upcoming movie 16:02

5M ago16:02

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We’re continuing my conversation with award-winning ad director and filmmaker Omar Hilal. This week, he tells me about three key projects: the hilarious Aqua Mangos ad, the ground-breaking Royal Jordanian Ad and a sneak-peek into his upcoming film. You can listen to my full episode with Omar Hilal where he tells me about his life’s pivots, starting…

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Omar Hilal 35:41

5M ago35:41

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I’m delighted to be joined by award-winning ad director & filmmaker Omar Hilal as this month’s guest. Omar is one of those people who discovered that he wanted to become a director very early in life. He started out as a photo-journalist and went on to become an accomplished ad director, with stand-out ads such as the Aqua Mangos ad for Nestle and …

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The Village Idiot | Soul Shaker | Double X eL b2b Khuma_Hertz 1:33:07

5M ago1:33:07

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A sneaky midweek back to back with my Boy Khuma. Some Afro/Deep/House. Shout out to Gheko for having us. Too much fun on a Wednesday. Enjoy this live recording. Much Love ❤️ #wedontstopBy Double X eL

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Rawya Mansour 42:22

5M ago42:22

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This week, I’m joined by Rawya Mansour, Chairwoman of RAMSCO Egypt and Oasis Technologies Monaco, for a special episode as part of our collaboration with The Narrative Summit 2025. Rawya is a pioneer of sustainable development and regenerative agriculture, including shifting away from chemical polymer fertilisers towards green charcoal. We’ll get i…

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U.DUB.TECHNO.PODCAST.SERIES | EPISODE #048 | DOUBLE X EL 1:59:01

6M ago1:59:01

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Enjoy this Submission Mix for U. Dub Techno Podcast Series, a sublabel of UGK-Records (Underground Global Kommunication) a german digital electronic music label. *Double X eL alias Elroy Rossouw is at the forefront of the electronic music scene, emerging as a key figure in Cape Town’s vibrant underground culture. With a passion for deep, immersive …

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My guest appearance on ‘Gems of Arabia’ about Arab Representation in Media with Becky Anderson, Faisal Abbas & host Hatem AlAkeel 1:14:08

6M ago1:14:08

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I’m excited to share a special episode from the podcast, Gems of Arabia about Arab Representation in Media. The episode, hosted by WIDN alum Hatem Al Akeel, was recorded a few weeks ago at the CNN Academy in Abu Dhabi in front of a live audience of the Academy’s latest cohort of budding journalists. We were joined by another WIDN alum Becky Anderso…

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Deus Ex Machina | ItsaHouse | Double X eL 1:54:22

6M ago1:54:22

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A Live recording of Double X eL's set at Deus Ex Machina in Cape Town CBD for ItsaHouse. A massive night of House music w/ Luke YD Fresh Gheko Enjoy this uptempo House set. Much Love ❤️ #wedontstopBy Double X eL

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Bonus: Nouf Al Moneef on the evolution of the Noor Riyadh Festival 14:27

6M ago14:27

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We’re continuing my conversation with interior architect Nouf Al Moneef, Director of the Noor Riyadh festival. On today’s episode, Nouf tells me about the evolution of Noor Riyadh, why they chose light as a theme in addition to art, as well as about her own design aesthetic. You can find the first part of my conversation with Nouf in your podcast a…

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Nouf Al Moneef 42:44

6M ago42:44

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Nouf Al Moneef is an interior architect and the Director of the Noor Riyadh festival, which falls under the larger umbrella of the Riyadh Art Project. Noor Riyadh has now welcomed more than 3 million visitors and hosted artworks by hundreds of Saudi, regional and international artists. Nouf also continues to help grow the conversation about art and…

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Club101 | Back to Basics | Double X eL - II 2:05:40

6M ago2:05:40

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A Live recording of Double X eL's opening set at Club 101 in Cape Town CBD. A night/morning with music by: AX Music Kindred Music SA Double X eL Enjoy this deep and dubby set. Much Love ❤️ #wedontstopBy Double X eL

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Khalid Abdalla on the four year journey that led to ‘Nowhere’ 20:37

7M ago20:37

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We’re continuing my conversation with actor Khalid Abdalla this week, going behind the curtain into his solo play, Nowhere. I saw the play when I was in the UK last October and was personally moved by his performance. On this episode, Khalid tells me about the journey that led to him writing Nowhere, and the impact of his work. On a bonus episode f…

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Khalid Abdalla 41:50

7M ago41:50

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Khalid Abdalla first became known to many of us with his incredible role in The Kite Runner. More recently, he was on our screens as Dodi Fayed on The Crown. But beyond all his subtle and challenging roles, I was personally moved by his stage performance in his solo play, Nowhere, which I saw last October. We covered so many topics during our conve…

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Club 101 | Back to Basics | Double X eL 1:47:14

8M ago1:47:14

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A Live recording of Double X eL's closing set at Club 101 in Cape Town CBD. A night/morning with music by: AX Music Miss CJ Double X eL Enjoy this up tempo deep and bouncy set. Much Love ❤️ #wedontstopBy Double X eL

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Farida Osman 39:36

8M ago39:36

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I’m excited to welcome Farida Osman as the first athlete on the show! She’s a 3-time Olympian, 3-times world bronze medalist and holds senior national records for butterfly, freestyle and backstroke events. Farida is such a natural, positive person who is authentic and passionate about her sport. She’s a wonderful ambassador for swimming and an inc…

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Encore: Omar Samra 37:55

8M ago37:55

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I’m super excited to kick-off 2025 with one of our new segments called WIDN Encore, where I’ll be checking in with some of your favourite What I Did Next alumni. My first guest is adventurer, entrepreneur, and podcaster Omar Samra. I first spoke to Omar in 2021 about his company, Wild Guanabana, and his epic maritime challenge with Omar Nour which …

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Coming up in 2025 5:26

8M ago5:26

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A quick teaser on what’s coming up on in 2025, including a new line-up, schedule and offerings! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy A & T Media

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Wrapping up 2024 29:28

9M ago29:28

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Thank you for joining me for an incredible year of What I Did Next. This week, I’m joined by the show’s producer, Chirag Desai, to look back at how quickly the year has gone by, and what is to come in 2025. This episode is brought to you by EFG Holding. For 40 years, EFG Holding has been realising more, for clients, investors, businesses, communiti…

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Breakfast at Butter - Sha1ma b2b Double X eL 1:26:25

9M ago1:26:25

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An impromptu breakfast b2b session at Butter in Sea Point. Best all day breakfast in Cape Town. Enjoy this chilled set by Sha1ma & Double X eL. Much Love ❤️ #wedontstopBy Double X eL

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Omar Elsahy 34:54

9M ago34:54

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Omar Elsahy is General Manager for Amazon in Egypt, overseeing 2,500 employees in the country as well as after-market services across the region. He told me about his early years in the US and Egypt, starting a number of businesses with his brother before pivoting to e-commerce with Souq.com. I enjoyed getting to know Omar through this conversation…

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Pangea x The Loft - Double X eL 1:33:27

9M ago1:33:27

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Opening the Enigma Stage on Day 4 of Pangea was an absolute dream come true. I will forever be grateful to all who made this possible for me to just be me sharing the music we love. Hope you all enjoy this Sunday Opener as much as I did. Much Love ❤️ #wedontstopBy Double X eL

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Dreamers Vol.1 - Bones b2b Pando G 1:53:53

10M ago1:53:53

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A look back at our Compilation Albulm release event at Club Paradise in Cape Town. Listen to the albulm here: [Dreamers Vol.1](http://open.spotify.com/album/4KBwBu2...KRHWzpjM7Tuu_Wg) Enjoy this set from Bones and Pando G. Always bringing the vibe as they do. Much Love ❤️ #wedontstopBy Double X eL

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Dreamers Vol 1. - Spotz b2b Tukz Ancestral 59:08

10M ago59:08

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A look back at our Compilation Albulm release event at Club Paradise in Cape Town. Listen to the albulm here: [Dreamers Vol.1](http://open.spotify.com/album/4KBwBu2...KRHWzpjM7Tuu_Wg) Enjoy this authentically SA sounding set from Tukz Ancestral and Spotz. Always bringing the vibe as they do. Much Love ❤️ #wedontstop…

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Dreamers Vol.1 - The Village CPT 48:11

10M ago48:11

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A look back at our Compilation Albulm release event at Club Paradise in Cape Town. Listen to the albulm here: https://open.spotify.com/album/4KBwBu2bKnQT7G5V7YsS8R?si=h_mgn0dKRHWzpjM7Tuu_Wg Enjoy this stella opening set from The Village CPT. Always bringing the vibe as they do. Much Love ❤️ #wedontstop…

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Sarah Beydoun 31:50

10M ago31:50

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A quick note: we recorded this conversation before the conflict began in Lebanon earlier this year. Sarah Beydoun is the founder of Sarah’s Bag, a social enterprise that produces bespoke luxury accessories and clothing. She tells me how her company was born out of a University thesis and how they continue to empower women in spite of the never-endi…

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Louis Barthélemy 44:15

10M ago44:15

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Louis Barthélemy is a multidisciplinary artist and designer based between Marrakech and Paris. He went on to work for Dior after studying fashion design at Central Saint Martins, before pivoting away from the fashion world after the public departure of designer John Galliano. Louis designs beautiful works of art, from tapestry to rugs to stained gl…

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Yasmine & Farida Khamis 40:40

11M ago40:40

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Yasmine and Farida Khamis are continuing the legacy left by their father, Mohammed Farid Khamis. He launched Oriental Weavers in 1979, which grew to become one of the world’s largest carpet manufacturers. Yasmine took over as Chair of its Board since his passing in 2020, while her two siblings joined her as board members. Farida chairs the Petroche…

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The Loft - TimADeep 1:27:21

11M ago1:27:21

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Catch up on our past event with the live recording of your favorite artists performing at your favorite Deep House event.By Double X eL

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The Loft - Lemon x Dix 2:35:59

11M ago2:35:59

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Catch up on our past event with the live recording of your favorite artists performing at your favorite Deep House event.By Double X eL

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Haitham Mattar 37:00

11M ago37:00

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Haitham Mattar is the Managing Director of the Intercontinental Hotel Group for India, Middle East & Africa. Haitham has had a distinguished career working for global hotel giants as well as leading tourism for the Governments of Ras Al Khaimah and Saudi Arabia. His story is one of individual will, grit and resilience starting from his first job at…