Morning Drive

Nida Akhther, Managing Director for GCC at PackBack, joins Tim Elliott to discuss how smart automation is transforming the circular economy. They explore how invisible infrastructure makes sustainable reuse commercially viable at scale, matching the convenience of disposables whilst eliminating the manual friction that previously hindered environmental progress.

Tim Elliott is joined by Payal Trehan, Partner and Senior Investment Strategist at The Michele Carby Practice. They analyse how global trends and interconnected markets impact personal finances. This insightful interview offers practical advice on managing money across borders, understanding inflation, and making canny investment decisions today.

Financial journalist Siddesh Mayekar joins Tim Elliott to analyse the rapidly evolving trade corridor between the UAE and India. They examine how the CEPA framework is set to revolutionise bilateral trade, targeting $200 billion by 2032 through strategic joint ventures in space technology, defence manufacturing, and critical infrastructure projects.

In this episode of Morning Drive, Tim Elliott sits down with Jeff Rhodes, CEO of Goldstrom Advisory, to analyse gold’s extraordinary ascent toward the $5,000 mark. They discuss the metal hitting a historic peak of $4,952.05, comparing today’s phenomenal performance with the 1980 cycle and exploring essential central bank investment.

Amir Tabch, CEO of OFZA, joins Tim Elliott to discuss the precarious nature of digital inheritance. As millions in virtual assets remain locked away forever due to missing keys, Amir explores vital solutions for making crypto assets inheritable, ensuring your digital wealth isn't lost to the blockchain.

In today's episode, our guest Tewe Pannier, Founder and CEO of GTV Film Productions and Paradox Studios here in Dubai, shares insights from his production companies' current practices, offering a grounded look at how AI is being plored, tested, and integrated across different stages of film production. 

Join Tim Elliott on the Morning Drive as he welcomes Mario Volpi, Senior VP at Allegiance Real Estate. They explore how Dubai’s expanding paid parking zones are impacting residential property values and buyer demand. The pair also discuss secondary market emotions versus analytical off-plan investments

Tim Elliott sits down with Filipina coffee professional and 2026 Cezve Ibrik Champion, Jane Espante. Following her recent victory at the World Coffee Summit, Jane shares her surreal journey, the honor of representing the UAE, and how she balances tradition with precision to achieve world-class success.

In this episode of Morning Drive, Tim Elliott sits down with Remco Coerman, CEO of Epic Edges Group. They analyse why investors are shifting from fashionable assets to useful ones in 2026. Remco shares essential advice on diversifying portfolios with gold and recession-proof investments amidst global uncertainty.

Tim Elliott explores the shifting automotive landscape with Brian Donnelly of AutoTech Ventures. They discuss the UAE's ambitious transformation into a global hub for mobility innovation, focusing on electric vehicles, smarter logistics, and the burgeoning startup ecosystem. Discover why the GCC is now a permanent fixture for global investment.