Basel Meets

BigT is taking Dubai by storm with his restaurant BigT BBQ, I had an awesome conversation with him about his journey to build the best BBQ spot in town.

Dive into the vibrant world of content creation with Basel and Sara as they unravel the secrets behind social media success in the Middle East. From viral campaigns to meeting Metallica, explore the highs, lows, and lessons learned on the path to becoming influential creators.

Today's episode is with the legendary Ramzi Raad, founder of TBWA\Raad, one of the most iconic agencies in the region and of course, the world.

 In this episode of Basel meets Podcast, Joelle Mardinian, renowned in the beauty industry and beyond, offers an intimate glimpse into her journey. From her humble beginnings to becoming a prominent figure in podcasting, Joelle shares her unwavering determination and the profound impact of meaningful dialogues. She candidly discusses the trials she's faced and the delicate equilibrium between professional pursuits and personal fulfillment. Tune in as Joelle explores the allure of achievement, the wisdom gained from setbacks, and her profound insights on the intersection of work and motherhood. Dive into Joelle's world as she reveals her dedication to inspiring others and her refreshing perspective on the evolving landscape of social media and parenting in the digital age.

Basel and the crew have a conversation with Mais about her cancer diagnosis and the year she went broke.

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Luay Al Shurafa is an icon in the Middle Eastern auto industry. He is the first Arab man to head a General Motors office in the region after 20 years of being an absolute rock star at his job. Luay was there when the bankruptcy happened and helped the company find its way out of the rubble. This is his story. Oh and he’s also my old boss.

This is the first Face to Face interview I’ve done since the beginning of the pandemic, we’ve both done our precautions to make sure we were safe! Enjoy.

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Amin Matalqa is a film maker best known for his work on Captain Abu Raed and Disney’s The United. Amin has an amazing story but also he’s been through alot in his personal life. During this episode, he opens up like he never has. Welcome back to Basel Meets!

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Hello everyone, it’s been a minute. this is an update on what I’ve been up to! Enjoy.

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This week we talk to legendary Lebanese rocker Anthony from the band Adonis. Anthony and I talk about music, writing and becoming who you want to be.

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