AlUla FM Podcast

In episode 11, Joshua discusses the significance of camels in a sustainable future. “They contribute to fighting hunger and poverty, empowering women in pastoralist communities, and promoting sustainable use of ecosystems

In episode 10, Joshua discusses the significance of camels in Arabian culture and the establishment of the world's largest camel hospital, the Salam Veterinary Hospital, in Saudi Arabia. The Salam Veterinary Camel Hospital represents a significant advancement in camel care, contributing to the preservation of this cultural icon and its ecological role.

Joshua speaks to Aida Murad about the transformative experience of discovering her purpose through art, and her commitment to using her art as a means of connection and healing.

In Season 2, Episode 2 of Artifact Joshua speaks with the EU Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Oman, and Bahrain: Christophe Farnaud – a seasoned diplomat and self-described Arabist, who shares insights into his role and the significance of Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030.

Joshua explains the nuance and detail of camel racing in episode 8. From breaking and training camels to classifying males and females by age for the races.

Joshua van Alstine tells us all about camel beauty pageants, why it’s so significant, and what makes for a true camel beauty – right here on the Year of the Camel podcast.

Welcome to Season 2 of Artifact! In the first episode, Joshua speaks to Dr Fahad Al Jebreen about the Saudi art Renaissance, being and becoming an artist in Saudi, and why simplicity is so important.

Joshua tells us more about camel culture, why it’s so important to the region, and how we can preserve it. He pays a special homage to the beauty of camels and the crucial role they have played in our development as people.  

In episode 12 of Artifact, Joshua speaks to Miguel Blanco about public art, its value to the people of a city, Saudi Arabia’s vision for the future, as well as AR, VR and ai in the public art sphere.

Joshua takes a deep dive into the camel milk industry with The CEO of Sawani, Ahmed Gamal El Din from Noug. They discuss everything from the myths surrounding camel milk, to its amazing nutritional benefits, its popularity for gelato in Rome, and its impact on Saudi’s economy.