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Deep-dive write-ups of every episode — the strategies, the moments, the lessons. Built for founders who want the highlights without the full 90-minute commitment.
George Zaraski: The Youngest F3 Driver Building Motorsport's Future
Born in 2006, George Zaraski skipped karting entirely, went from sim racing to Formula 3, and is now building an AI-powered motorsport academy in the UAE. This is his story.
25 May 2026 · with George Zaraski
Sutra Alua: From Heart Attack at 31 to Dubai's Yoga Ambassador
Two MBAs, a kids' clothing empire, a near-fatal cardiac event at 31 — and then a complete reinvention. Sutra Alua tells us exactly how he got here.
16 May 2026 · with Sutra Alua
What Can Get You in Trouble in Dubai – With Amin
Legal expert Amin joins Dubai Stars to expose the real risks behind subleasing, company setup mistakes, unpaid rent, and taxes — before you find out the hard way.
13 April 2026 · with Amin
From Poverty in Spain to Bugattis in Dubai — Andrian of Venom Black
Andrian grew up collecting clothes from a church in Valencia. Today his Dubai-based brand Venom Black is building wide-body Bugattis no one has ever seen before.
6 April 2026 · with Andrian
Kalem White of White & Co: The Truth About Dubai Real Estate
Kalem White built White & Co from a COVID-era idea into Dubai's second-largest real estate agency by leads — with 450 brokers — in just five years. Here's how.
26 March 2026 · with Kalem White
Zeeshaan Shah on Selling Out RAK's Biggest Launch in 2 Hours
Zeeshaan Shah, Founder of Elevate and ONE Group, reveals how three years of research, a beachfront plot, and the Mondrian brand led to the fastest-selling RAK launch on record.
4 March 2026 · with Zeeshaan Shah
Sarah Serhan: From HR to $100M Broker & Million Dollar Listing Star
Sarah Serhan moved to Dubai alone at 23 with no sales background, got told she was "a bad broker," and crossed 100 million dirhams in sales within two years. Here's how she did it.
15 December 2025 · with Sarah Serhan
Nick Walsh on Leaving WPP to Build Migrate
After 25 years climbing to CEO at WPP, Nick Walsh walked away to build Migrate — a company helping independent agencies crack the Middle East. Here's what he learned.
22 November 2025 · with Nick Walsh
The Truth Behind Fake Listings in Dubai | Noor Nabulsi
Noor Nabulsi, Head of PR & Strategic Partnerships at Bayut & Dubizzle Group, joins Dubai Stars to talk trust, fake listings, and what it takes to lead PR in the UAE's biggest PropTech.
12 November 2025 · with Noor Nabulsi
Jad Antoun: Rejected by Every Investor, Then Built Huspy
Huspy CEO Jad Antoun went from getting rejected by every bank and fund to controlling 35–40% of Dubai's mortgage market. Here's how he did it.
5 November 2025 · with Jad Antoun
Platinumlist CEO Cosmin Ivan on Ed Sheeran, Setbacks & Family
Cosmin Ivan built Platinumlist from a guest-list idea for Dubai parties into the Middle East's #1 ticketing platform — powering 100,000+ events and counting.
14 October 2025 · with Cosmin Ivan
AI Will Replace Dubai Brokers? Alex Gold Thinks So
Alex Gold started in real estate at 12 and is now building AI tools that could make the traditional Dubai broker obsolete. Here's what that means for the market.
1 October 2025 · with Alex Gold
From Radio Star to Gen-X Founder: Lauren's Dubai Story
Lauren left a 23-year UK radio career to start fresh in Dubai — and spotted a gap nobody else was filling for kids aged 9–14. Here's how she built Gen-X.
16 September 2025 · with Lauren
AI, Apps & Entrepreneurship in Dubai | Sacha Christe
Sacha Christe left Switzerland for Dubai 12 years ago and built Emirates Graphic into a studio behind 140+ mobile apps and 400+ clients. Here's what he's learned.
26 August 2025 · with Sacha Christe
The Gold Man of Dubai: Raj's Billionaire Path
From delivering pizzas in Australia at 17 to commanding Dubai's gold trade, Raj's story is a masterclass in calculated risk and relentless reinvention.
14 August 2025 · with Raj
Vikas on Building Sidra Healthcare from the Ground Up
Vikas, founder of Sidra Healthcare, explains how he is bringing doctors, labs, IV therapy, and physiotherapy directly to UAE residents' doors — and why the market is heading for $1 billion.
23 June 2025 · with Vikas
Rajiv Shah of Someli.ai: Automating Social Media for Any Business
Rajiv Shah built Someli.ai after losing 80% of his insurance book during COVID. Now his AI platform creates branded content libraries for any business in under 24 hours.
16 June 2025 · with Rajiv Shah
Roy AJ: From Interior Architect to Dubai Real Estate Powerhouse
Roy AJ spent a decade grinding from interior architect to one of Dubai's most trusted real estate voices. Here's what the journey actually looked like.
9 June 2025 · with Roy AJ
Flipping Luxury Villas in Dubai: Chris Reveals Million-Dirham Secrets
Property flipper Chris walked us through how he turns run-down Dubai villas into multimillion-dirham profits — including one Emirates Hills townhouse that netted close to AED 5M in just 8 months.
2 June 2025 · with Chris
Revolutionizing Renting with Tech | Dubai Stars
How is technology reshaping the rental experience for tenants and landlords in Dubai? This episode breaks down the tools and thinking driving real change in property management.
26 May 2025
Why the Wealthy Are Betting on Dubai
Anthony and Jeremy break down the global capital shift toward Dubai — and why billionaires, founders, and digital entrepreneurs are choosing the emirate as their base for building wealth and freedom.
20 May 2025
Dubai Real Estate Posts First Monthly Dip in Two Years
Dubai's property market recorded its first monthly price decline since summer 2022 — down 0.57% to Dh1,484/sqft in January 2025. Here's what the data actually means.
2 March 2025
Future Wealth: Investment & Economic Insights with Dr. Anand
Dr. Anand joins Dubai Stars to break down the UAE's National Investment Strategy 2031 and what it means for investors looking to position themselves ahead of the curve.
17 February 2025 · with Dr. Anand
How AI Is Reshaping Dubai Real Estate | Dr. Anand
Dr. Anand joins host Anthony Joseph to break down how AI is transforming property valuations, staging, and broker standards — and where Dubai's next big investment corridors are forming.
5 February 2025 · with Dr. Anand
Dr. Anand on Dubai 2025: Records, Real Estate & What's Next
Dr. Anand returns to the AJ Podcast to break down Dubai's record-breaking 2024, the E33 education agenda, the Green Spine, and why the real estate market still has room to run.
2 February 2025 · with Dr. Anand
Inside Look: Dubai's Million Dollar Listing Mastermind
What does it actually take to close million-dollar listings in Dubai's real estate market? Anthony Joseph pulls back the curtain on the strategies top agents use to multiply their sales.
27 August 2024 · with Anthony Joseph
From Unemployed to Top Broker: Dalila Laaribi's Story
Dalila Laaribi went from unemployed to one of Dubai's most recognised real estate brokers. Host Anthony Joseph sits down with her to find out exactly how she did it.
30 July 2024 · with Dalila Laaribi
Dubai Real Estate Dynamics with Dr. Anand
Host Anthony Joseph sits down with Dr. Anand to break down what's really moving Dubai's real estate market — from capital flows and IPOs to practical advice for agents heading into summer.
11 June 2024 · with Dr. Anand
From Broker to CEO in 18 Months – Fabrizia Franceschetti
Fabrizia Franceschetti made the leap from real estate broker to CEO in just 18 months. Here's what that climb looks like from the inside.
11 June 2024 · with Fabrizia Franceschetti
Dubai's Market Shifts: Dr. Anand & Anthony Joseph on What's Next
Dr. Anand and Anthony Joseph break down Dubai's secondary market, the UAE's first casino, and where smart investors are looking right now.
20 May 2024 · with Anthony Joseph
How Khalid Louis Built a Social Media Following That Actually Converts
Khalid Louis breaks down how to create content that positions you as an authority — not just another face in the feed. No gimmicks, just strategy.
20 May 2024 · with Khalid Louis
Dubai's Mega Projects & Millionaire Magnetism with Dr. Alan Manon
Dr. Alan Manon breaks down how Dubai's airport expansion, green space ambitions, and millionaire influx are reshaping the city's future — and what it means for founders and investors.
10 May 2024 · with Dr. Alan Manon
AI-Powered Crypto Strategy with Anthony Joseph & Saverio
Anthony Joseph and Saverio join Dubai Stars to discuss the launch of an AI-driven crypto investment strategy and what it means for the future of finance.
3 May 2024 · with Anthony Joseph
NEOM's Scale-Down & Dubai's Resilience | Anthony Joseph & Dr. Anand
NEOM is pulling back — and the ripple effects across Middle East real estate could be significant. Anthony Joseph and Dr. Anand break down what it means for Dubai.
30 April 2024 · with Dr. Anand
Zanzibar Gold: Investment Gems with AJ & Kalojan
AJ and Kalojan pull back the curtain on Zanzibar's booming investment scene — pristine beaches, rising property values, and opportunities most investors are still sleeping on.
18 April 2024 · with Kalojan Georgiev
Diversifying Real Estate with Stock Options – Bespoke Options Academy
What happens when you combine Dubai real estate with stock options strategy? The founder of Bespoke Options Academy shares why mastering multiple asset classes is the edge serious investors need.
11 March 2024
Casinos, Secondary Markets & Dubai's Future | Anthony Joseph & Dr. Anand
Anthony Joseph and Dr. Anand break down what a UAE casino could mean for real estate, why Dubai's secondary market deserves attention, and where smart money is moving next.
21 February 2024 · with Anthony Joseph
UAE Law Updates 2024: Anthony Joseph & Andree Saade
Anthony Joseph and Andree Saade break down the most consequential UAE legal changes of 2024 — from bonus check rules and hate speech laws to AI in the workforce.
19 February 2024 · with Anthony Joseph, Andree Saade
Dubai 2040: The Future of Real Estate & Economy with Dr. Anand
AJ and Dr. Anand break down the economic strategies and real estate shifts set to define Dubai by 2040 — from skyline-changing projects to what it all means for global investors.
13 February 2024 · with Dr. Anand
Dubai's Rise: Economy, Education & D33 Explained
Anthony Joseph and Dr. Anand break down the D33 agenda — Dubai's blueprint for becoming the world's leading economic hub — covering real estate, education, and lifestyle.
18 January 2024 · with Dr. Anand
Dubai Property Market 2023 & 2024 Predictions | Anthony Joseph & Dr. Anand
Anthony Joseph and Dr. Anand close out 2023 with a sharp review of Dubai's property market — what moved, what surprised, and where smart money is looking in 2024.
15 January 2024 · with Dr. Anand
Dr. Anand on Gaza, Real Estate & Dubai's Resilience
Dr. Anand joins Anthony Joseph to assess how regional tensions are shaping Dubai's property market — and why investor confidence remains unshaken.
3 November 2023 · with Dr. Anand
Dubai Q4 2023 Update: Dr. Anand Menon on the City's Economy
Dr. Anand Menon joins Anthony to break down what's really driving Dubai's economy heading into Q4 2023 — from gridlocked streets to global investment flows and money laundering crackdowns.
27 September 2023 · with Dr. Anand Menon
If You Like Statistics, This Episode Is Not to Be Missed
Numbers tell the real story behind every great business decision. This Dubai Stars episode is a must-listen for founders who let data lead the way.
20 September 2023
Dubai Q3 2023 Market Updates with Dr Anand
Dr Anand joins Dubai Stars to break down the most important shifts shaping Dubai's business and real estate landscape in Q3 2023.
4 September 2023 · with Dr Anand
Reprogram Your Mind with Marisa Peer
World-renowned therapist Marisa Peer joins Dubai Stars to reveal why self-sabotage is so common — and exactly how to stop it holding you back.
29 May 2023 · with Marisa Peer
How Successful Entrepreneurs Think | Serge Dfouni
Serge Dfouni joins Dubai Stars to break down the mindset that separates entrepreneurs who win from those who stall — and why Dubai is the perfect arena to prove it.
29 May 2023 · with Serge Dfouni
Luxury Supercar Rental in Dubai: How to Rent Your Dream Ride
Dubai's streets were made for supercars. We break down exactly how to rent a Lamborghini, Ferrari, or any dream machine in the city — and what to expect.
29 May 2023
How Did Dubai Get So Rich? The Real Estate Story
From fishing village to global financial hub in a matter of decades — we break down the forces behind Dubai's wealth and what they mean for property investors today.
1 May 2023
The Power of Positivity and Sales Skills | Dubai Stars
What happens when you combine a positive mindset with sharp sales technique? Your results change — fast. Here's what this Dubai Stars episode covers.
28 April 2023
"It Will Make You Rich" — Carl the Moon on Money & Freedom
Carl the Moon joins Dubai Stars to break down what separates wealth-builders from everyone else — from financial education to passive income and real estate investing.
18 April 2023 · with Carl the Moon
7 Habits of Successful People – Ramy Naouss
Only 1% of people make a real effort to change their habits. Ramy Naouss breaks down the 7 habits that separate them from everyone else — and challenges you to try it for 21 days.
31 March 2023 · with Ramy Naouss
The Mindset of High Achievers: Keys to Real Success
Success isn't about talent or luck — it's about the habits and mindset that drive consistent action. Here's what separates high achievers from everyone else.
22 March 2023
How to Invest and Manage Risks for Beginners | Axel Armani
Axel Armani joins Dubai Stars to break down the fundamentals of investing for beginners — from picking the right account to managing risk without losing sleep.
10 March 2023 · with Axel Armani
How to Make Money in Real Estate – Learn from the Best
What does it actually take to earn big in Dubai real estate within 1–3 months? We sit down with the founders of Take Charge Academy to find out.
15 February 2023 · with Dr. Anand
How to Make Money Without Any Money
No capital? No problem. In this episode of Dubai Stars, we break down real strategies for building income in Dubai's real estate market from a standing start.
15 February 2023
How to Achieve Your Most Ambitious Goals | Dr. Anand & Anthony Joseph
Dr. Anand and Anthony Joseph join Dubai Stars to share the mindset and step-by-step strategy behind hitting your biggest goals — including breaking into Dubai real estate.
15 February 2023 · with Dr. Anand and Anthony Joseph
How to Plan Your Day the Night Before
Feeling like there aren't enough hours in the day? One small habit — planning the night before — can change how much you actually get done.
15 February 2023
Do What You Love and the Money Will Follow? | Hassan Tamimi
Hassan Tamimi, Dubai's self-described best broker, joins Dubai Stars to challenge the age-old advice about passion and money — and shares how to break into real estate in 1–3 months.
20 January 2023 · with Hassan Tamimi
Escaping the Rat Race: What School Never Taught You About Money
Most of us spent years in classrooms that never once covered mortgages, passive income, or building wealth. This episode confronts that gap head-on.
18 January 2023
7 Ways to Make Your First $100K in Dubai Real Estate
Anthony Joseph has closed $1.2 billion in Dubai property sales. In this episode, he breaks down the exact moves first-timers need to make their first $100K.
2 January 2023 · with Anthony Joseph
Dr. Mohammad Baydoun: The Mind Behind DAMAC's Biggest Launches
Dr. Mohammad Baydoun has shaped some of the most successful property launches in DAMAC's history. We sat down with him to find out how.
6 October 2022 · with Dr. Mohammad Baydoun
$35 Million in Sales by 26: Daniel Guaragna's Tactics
Canadian sales powerhouse Daniel Guaragna built $35M in revenue and spoke in 60 cities by age 26. Here's what he shared on Dubai Stars.
24 September 2022 · with Daniel Guaragna
Real Estate Sales Secrets Exposed – Dr. Anand Menon
Dr. Anand Menon joins Dubai Stars to pull back the curtain on what actually drives real estate sales success in Dubai — and what most agents get wrong.
15 June 2022 · with Dr. Anand Menon
How to Rethink the Future — Mohamed Marwan's 5-Step Framework
Business architect Mohamed Marwan shares a five-step framework for upgrading how you think about the future — built on 20+ years leading teams across GE Healthcare, Almentor, and beyond.
2 November 2021 · with Mohamed Marwan
From Corporate Russia & the US to Dubai Real Estate: Anastasia Dorokhina
Anastasia Dorokhina left a career in investment and finance across Russia and the US to help first-time buyers find their dream homes in Dubai. Here's what drives her.
28 October 2021 · with Anastasia Dorokhina
Building Human-Centric Business Models with Hanane Benkhallok
Award-winning consultant and innovation strategist Hanane Benkhallok joins Dubai Stars to share what 20+ years across four continents taught her about building cultures that actually work.
18 October 2021 · with Hanane Benkhallok
Farooq Syed on 100K Subscribers & Real Estate Loyalty
Farooq Syed joins Dubai Stars to talk building a 100K-subscriber audience, becoming a new father, and the awkward reality of client loyalty in Dubai real estate.
27 July 2021 · with Farooq Syed
From Cavalli to Manali: Author Moustafa Hamawi's Story
Moustafa Hamawi went from the glamour of Cavalli to the mountains of Manali — and wrote a book about it. Here's what drove him to build Passionpreneur Publishing.
13 July 2021 · with Moustafa Hamawi
Renos: Investing Everything to Educate Kids in Zanzibar
Renos put his own money on the line — and then raised more — to build schools for underprivileged children in Zanzibar. This is his story.
5 July 2021 · with Renos
Dubai 2021 Real Estate Market Overview with Zeeshaan Shah
Zeeshaan Shah swapped a locked-down UK for a month in Dubai and came back with sharp views on property markets, global business, and where the smart money is moving in 2021.
18 January 2021 · with Zeeshaan Shah
Propertyfinder Agent of the Year 2019: Fintan Flannelly
From Ireland to Dubai's top real estate award — Fintan Flannelly's story is one of grit, loss, and hard-won success. This is the Season 1 finale of Dubai Stars.
17 October 2020 · with Fintan Flannelly
Starting From Zero in Real Estate – Zeeshaan Shah
Zeeshaan Shah dropped out of university, built a real estate career in Dubai, lost it, and built it again. His story is one of raw resilience.
11 October 2020 · with Zeeshaan Shah
The Drive Behind the Sales Driver – Spencer Lodge
Spencer Lodge — one of Dubai's Top 100 Most Influential People and founder of Make it Happen University — gets candid about the journey that shaped him.
9 October 2020 · with Spencer Lodge
From Somalia to Dubai: Nido Abdo's Story of Reinvention
Nido Abdo grew up well in Somalia — until fate forced a dramatic reset. Now a business development coach in Dubai, his journey is proof that a strong enough "why" clears the path.
30 September 2020 · with Nido Abdo
From a Gaza Refugee Camp to VP — Dr Mahmoud Al Burai
Dr Mahmoud Al Burai went from a refugee camp in Gaza to becoming Vice President of the International Real Estate Federation — powered by a royal scholarship and relentless ambition.
23 September 2020 · with Dr Mahmoud Al Burai
From Bartender at 20 to Top Real Estate Producer – Denis
Denis arrived in Dubai at 20 with a bartender's apron and a one-way ticket. Here's how he became one of the city's top real estate producers.
15 September 2020 · with Denis
Rom Patel: Leaving the UK for a Zero-Salary Dubai Dream
Rom Patel walked away from a comfortable life in the UK for a zero-salary real estate job in Dubai — and what followed was equal parts brutal and brilliant.
9 September 2020 · with Rom Patel
From Unknown to Celebrity PT: Coach Nic's Dubai Story
Coach Nic arrived in Dubai with no contacts and no reputation — and built one of the city's most recognisable personal training careers in just a few years.
2 September 2020 · with Coach Nic
From Selling Real Estate to Filming It – Asad Abbas
Asad Abbas went from banking and real estate sales in Dubai to building a career as a content creator — all sparked by a holiday video he made with his wife.
25 August 2020 · with Asad Abbas
From Robbed Student to Dubai Founder – Feride Shimshilova
Feride Shimshilova arrived in Dubai as a student with no English, no Arabic, and $10,000 stolen from her dorm room. Here's how she built her life anyway.
18 August 2020 · with Feride Shimshilova
Dubai Real Estate Law with Arash Zad – Episode 5
Arash Zad, specialist real estate lawyer in Dubai, breaks down the legal challenges investors and buyers face — especially during the Covid-19 pandemic.
11 August 2020 · with Arash Zad
Never Quit On Yourself – Hussain Husaini | Dubai Stars Ep. 4
Hussain Husaini, founder of Hustle Kitchen and Flashh Deals App, opens up about the highs and lows of his entrepreneurial journey — and why quitting was never an option.
5 August 2020 · with Hussain Husaini
From Indian Call Centre to AED 2.5B in Sales: Jason Sanyal
Jason Sanyal moved from India to Dubai with nothing but ambition — and built a career worth AED 2.5 billion in real estate sales at Emaar and Meraas.
3 August 2020 · with Jason Sanyal
Leaving the UK to Risk It All in Dubai – Jade Morrison
Jade Morrison arrived in Dubai with no salary, a car, a room, and an agency that shut down in month one. Here's how she became Top Producer at Dacha Real Estate.
27 July 2020 · with Jade Morrison
From $500 to CEO: Zeina Khoury's High Mark Real Estate Story
Zeina Khoury acquired High Mark Real Estate in the depths of the 2008 financial crisis — with $500 to her name. Here's how she built it into a luxury property powerhouse.
26 July 2020 · with Zeina Khoury