Morning Drive

Join Tim Elliott and Mario Volpi on Morning Drive. They talk about the current state of the UAE real estate market. In this segment, we discuss the distinct lack of villa communities for families, bold market predictions, and the latest property launches across Dubai.

Tim Elliott sits down with Ajay Menon, CEO of Luxe Vista Properties, to analyse the shifting landscape of Dubai's property market. They discuss the revolutionary impact of real estate tokenisation and delve into why the Meydan area is rapidly becoming a primary focus for savvy global investors today.

Tim Elliott explores the rapid transformation of the GCC’s creative sector with Tim Baker, President of Arabia for BPG. This episode analyses Saudi Arabia’s digital revolution, the impact of a hyper-engaged youth population, and the unprecedented "hustle" currently disrupting how brands communicate in Riyadh and beyond.

Tim Elliott explores the lucrative emergence of Philippine agarwood with Dr Ephraim Cercado, President of Dendrotonics Corp. They analyse the "physiology" of this resinous heartwood, which fetches staggering prices up to $100,000 per kilogram. This episode highlights a high return commodity blending nature, luxury, and global business.

Tim Elliott discusses the evolving advertising landscape with Anthony Ravau, Founder of Heroiks. They examine the agency’s strategic expansion into Dubai, driven by the region’s 20% digital growth. The interview explores whether the UAE is now on a par with European standards for data-led accountability and performance marketing.

Tim Elliott discusses the "tale of two asset classes" with Jagpavit Bhurjee, Research Analyst at Century Financial. They examine shifting risk sentiment as Bitcoin sheds post-election gains whilst China’s gold investment surges. The pair also analyse how a "hawkish" Fed chair nomination triggers market-wide volatility.

Tim Elliott interviews Steven Greenway, CEO of flyadeal, regarding the airline's record-breaking performance in 2025. They explore the drivers behind their 33% year-on-year growth, the impact of Saudi Arabia’s thriving domestic market, and innovative strategies like training Saudi cabin crew as accredited tour guides to enhance the passenger experience.

Independent financial consultant James Thomas joins Tim Elliott on Mira Business FM to discuss the dramatic volatility recently seen in precious metals. They examine the "bandwagon" effect of investing based on news hype, the impact of US dollar policy, and why maintaining a diversified strategy is crucial during uncertain market times.

Tim Elliott discusses the extraordinary turbulence in precious metals with expert Jeff Rhodes. Rhodes highlights a "fantasy bullion market" where gold and silver experience "violent" reversals of fortune. They explore how extreme volatility impacts Dubai’s jewellery sector and assess whether the market will finally stabilise in February.

Join Tim Elliott on Mira Business FM as he presents pressing listener concerns to Mario Volpi, Senior VP at Allegiance Real Estate. From navigating complex rental notices and legal guidance to identifying the next property hotspots, Mario provides expert analysis to help you master the intricacies of the Dubai market.