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From Egypt to Harley Street: The Doctor Who Isn't Afraid to Say "No" 

What does it take to build one of London's most trusted aesthetic clinics? In this episode of Nada's Hour, Dr. Lamia Eltohamy shares how she defied skepticism, reinvented her career, earned the trust of Europe's biggest manufacturers, and why turning patients away has become one of the secrets behind her success.

من مصر إلى شارع هارلي: لماذا ترفض هذه الطبيبة بعض مرضاها؟

ما الذي يتطلبه الأمر لتبني واحدة من أكثر عيادات التجميل ثقةً في لندن؟

في هذه الحلقة من Nada's Hour، تستضيف ندى باعشن الدكتورة لامية التهامي، الطبيبة المصرية الرائدة في مجال طب التجميل، لتكشف كواليس رحلتها من مصر إلى أشهر شارع طبي في العالم، Harley Street. تتحدث عن قرارها الجريء بالانتقال من الجراحة إلى طب التجميل، وكيف واجهت التشكيك، وكسبت ثقة كبرى الشركات الأوروبية، ولماذا أصبح رفض بعض الحالات أحد أهم أسرار نجاحها.

حلقة ملهمة عن الطموح، والمصداقية، والنجاح الذي يُبنى على المبادئ قبل أي شيء آخر.

From Zero to London… a journey shaped by ambition, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to excellence.

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Ahmed Montaser, founder of The Aesthetics Doctor and one of the UK’s leading aesthetic physicians. He shares the story behind his journey—from growing up in Libya and pursuing a career in medicine to starting over in the UK and building one of the country’s most respected aesthetic practices.

Together, we explore the philosophy behind natural-looking results, personalised patient care, the realities of entrepreneurship, and how social media has reshaped modern beauty standards. Dr. Montaser also reflects on the lessons, challenges, and defining moments that have shaped both his career and his vision for the future of aesthetic medicine.

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Welcome to another episode of Nada's Hour, hosted by Nada Baeshen!

In this episode, Princess Lulu shares her inspiring journey from a successful career in banking to leading Mawaddah Association, one of Saudi Arabia's pioneering nonprofit organizations. She discusses finding purpose beyond career success, balancing motherhood with leadership, and transforming Mawaddah into an innovative, sustainable institution focused on strengthening families and creating lasting social impact.

The conversation explores the rapid development of Saudi Arabia's nonprofit sector under Vision 2030, the importance of governance, innovation, and strategic partnerships, and why Saudi organizations are now in a position to share their expertise globally. Princess Lulu also reflects on family values, preserving Saudi heritage, empowering women, raising compassionate children, and the importance of telling authentic Saudi stories to the world.

The episode concludes with a special conversation featuring Khulood Al-Tamimi, CEO of Mawaddah Association, who shares how the organization has contributed to landmark social initiatives, including family support programs, custody and visitation centers, women's legal empowerment, and transforming nonprofit work through sustainability, research, and innovation.

This is a powerful conversation about leadership, purpose, compassion, and creating meaningful change that extends far beyond individuals to strengthen families and society.

📌 Episode Chapters:

• 00:00 – Episode Highlights: A preview of Princess Lulu's journey, her leadership philosophy, and the future of Saudi Arabia's nonprofit sector.

• 01:00 – From Banking to Purpose-Driven Leadership: Princess Lulu reflects on her career in banking, searching for greater purpose, and how each promotion delayed her next step.

• 03:00 – The Journey to Mawaddah Association: Balancing motherhood with leadership and accepting a board position that eventually led to becoming Chairperson.

• 04:00 – Family Legacy & Preserving Saudi Stories: Remembering her grandmother, "Umm Al-Masakeen," and why documenting family history and community stories matters.

• 08:20 – Reinventing Mawaddah: Transforming Mawaddah from a traditional charity into a sustainable, innovation-driven nonprofit organization.

• 11:00 – Empowering the Entire Nonprofit Sector: Supporting other nonprofits through governance, consulting, knowledge transfer, and social entrepreneurship.

• 14:00 – Vision 2030 & Building Long-Term Impact: How strategic partnerships and sustainable funding can strengthen Saudi Arabia's nonprofit ecosystem.

• 15:20 – Lessons Learned from Banking: Building confidence, speaking up, patience, and leadership through years in the banking sector.

• 17:00 – Growing Up with Purpose: The values instilled by her family and why contributing to society was always expected.

• 18:30 – What Makes Mawaddah Different?: Focusing on continuous improvement instead of competition and building on proven successes.

• 19:00 – Exporting Saudi Expertise: Why Saudi nonprofit organizations now have experiences and models worth sharing globally.

• 20:00 – The Human Side of Social Work: The emotional impact of helping families facing domestic violence and difficult circumstances.

• 22:40 – Teaching Children Compassion: Helping children understand empathy, safety, and community service through everyday experiences.

• 24:40 – Saudi Women & Vision 2030: Women's empowerment, leadership opportunities, and correcting misconceptions about Saudi women.

• 27:40 – Telling Saudi Stories to the World: Why films, storytelling, and authentic narratives shape global perceptions more than headlines.

• 29:10 – The Power of Giving: Princess Lulu's final reflection on generosity, purpose, and why sincere giving never runs out.

• 31:00 – Bonus Conversation with Mawaddah CEO, Khulood Al-Tamimi: The evolution of Mawaddah, major social reforms, nonprofit innovation, and the organization's long-term vision.

Before fillers, Botox, lasers, or any cosmetic procedure, healthy skin comes first.In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Nawaf Alsadoon, one of Saudi Arabia’s leading dermatologists and cosmetic physicians, to talk about why skin health is the foundation of aesthetic medicine. We also discuss the growing focus on injectables, why dermatology remains at the heart of cosmetic practice, and why understanding the skin is essential before any aesthetic treatment.We also explore lasers, aesthetic devices, injectables, and how to make informed decisions based on knowledge rather than trends.An insightful conversation filled with valuable information on skin health, dermatology, and aesthetic medicine. Watch the full episode on YouTube.ل أي إبرة تجميل، أو جهاز، أو إجراء… البداية دائمًا من البشرة.في هالحلقة استضفنا الدكتور نواف السعدون، استشاري الجلدية والتجميل، وتكلمنا عن أهمية صحة البشرة، وليش هي الأساس قبل أي إجراء تجميلي. كما ناقشنا كيف أن التوجه المتزايد نحو الحقن التجميلية جعل كثيرين يركزون على الإجراءات، بينما يظل طب الجلدية هو الأساس الذي تُبنى عليه النتائج الطبيعية والآمنة.وتحدثنا أيضًا عن الليزر، والأجهزة، والحقن، وكيف نتخذ قرارات تجميلية مبنية على فهم ومعرفة، بعيدًا عن الترند.حلقة مليانة معلومات قيمة عن صحة البشرة، وطب الجلدية، وعالم التجميل. شوفوا الحلقة كاملة على يوتيوب.⏱️ Video Chapters00:00 Introduction00:44 Dr. Nawaf's Background & Journey into Dermatology02:18 The State of Dermatology Today04:00 Skincare Before Filler: The Right Approach05:43 Biostimulators & the Decline of Filler06:38 Permanent Filler: Myths & Consequences08:30 Fibrosis, Thread Lifts & What Went Wrong11:00 HIFU & Non-Surgical Lifting Devices15:56 How Non-Surgical Lifting Actually Works18:36 Building a Custom Treatment Plan20:05 Why Skincare Is Never One-Size-Fits-All24:00 Sculptra & Avoiding Overfilled Results25:08 Patient Awareness & Filtering Information Online31:05 The Filler Generation & Its Consequences33:28 Facelift, GLP-1 & Blepharoplasty38:11 Menopause, Skin Laxity & When to Act40:05 Morpheus8, BBL & Body Contouring Devices46:58 Radiesse & Advanced Fillers48:58 Forever Young Clinic: The Fourth Branch52:56 Skincare Routines, PDRN & Clinic Offers59:18 The Cosmetic Doctor as a Psychologist01:01:53 Clinic Tour & Device Showcase01:10:20 Emsella & Pelvic Floor Treatment01:12:26 Closing🔗 Connect With UsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/nadas_hour/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nadas.hourVisit Forever Young Clinic: #nadashour #nadabaeshen #drnawafalsadoon #skincare #dermatology #fillers #foreveryoungclinic #beauty

What does it truly mean to live a high-quality life?

In this episode of Nada's Hour, host Nada Baeshen sits down with doctor, entrepreneur, and wellness visionary Dr. Lamees Hamdan to uncover the secrets to improving the quality of our daily lives. From physical well-being and mental clarity to finding balance in a fast-paced world, Dr. Lamees shares actionable advice and deeply personal insights.

If you are ready to upgrade your lifestyle, reset your habits, and live more intentionally, this conversation is for you.

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We are joined by Dr. Wafaa Al Rushaid, a distinguished Saudi writer, thinker, and cultural voice, for a profound conversation about resilience, identity, and the evolving role of women in society.Dr. Wafaa reflects on her early journey shaped by personal challenges, the accident that sparked her love for reading and writing, and her path into journalism at just 15 years old. She shares candid insights on authenticity, the power of saying “no,” and how renewal and curiosity have guided her through life.We explore her perspective on women’s rights as a matter of equality and responsibility, her critique of traditions as evolving social constructs, and her belief in building identity through conscious choices rather than conformity.This episode is a rich dialogue on self-discovery, cultural transformation, and the courage to remain true in a complex world.

نستضيف الدكتورة وفاء الرشيد، الكاتبة والمفكرة السعودية البارزة، في حوار عميق عن الصمود، الهوية، ودور المرأة المتجدد في المجتمع.تشاركنا وفاء قصتها منذ الطفولة، وكيف كان حادث مؤلم سببًا في اكتشاف شغفها بالقراءة والكتابة، وصولًا إلى بداياتها في الصحافة وهي في سن الخامسة عشرة. كما تكشف لنا رؤيتها حول أهمية الصدق مع الذات، قوة كلمة "لا"، وكيف يقودها الفضول والتجدد في مسيرتها.نتناول طرحها لقضايا المرأة من منظور الحقوق والمسؤولية، ونقاشها للتقاليد كأعراف اجتماعية متغيرة، ورؤيتها لبناء الهوية الفردية بعيدًا عن ثقافة القطيع.حلقة ثرية عن اكتشاف الذات، التحولات الثقافية، وشجاعة البقاء على الحقيقة في عالم معقد.

Welcome to Nada's Hour! ⏳✨We are joined by Her Royal Highness Princess Noura bint Mohammed Abdullah Al Faisal Al Saud, founder of Nuun Jewels and CEO of Art of Heritage, for a conversation about her remarkable journey across design, culture, and entrepreneurship.We discuss the experiences and milestones that shaped her vision, how she built ventures rooted in Saudi identity while presenting them through a contemporary lens, and the story behind the creation of Nuun Jewels.We also explore Adhlal, the platform she launched in 2018 to support Saudi Arabia’s design industry and emerging designers, and its role in nurturing local creative talent and strengthening the Kingdom’s creative ecosystem.Princess Noura shares her perspective on the future of Saudi Arabia’s creative industries, the importance of preserving and reimagining cultural heritage, and the lessons she has learned throughout her journey leading impactful initiatives across culture, design, and business.A rich conversation on identity, design, heritage, and the power of creativity to create lasting impact.

Welcome to Episode 4 of Nada's Hour! 🎙️

In this episode, we sit down with Mohamed Hafiz , Co-founder and CEO of Athr and Athr Foundation, to talk about his journey from the retail industry to becoming one of the key figures shaping Saudi Arabia’s contemporary art scene.We explore the lessons he learned from years in retail, how that experience influenced the way he built and manages Athr, and the realities of running a business in the creative world.

We also discuss the evolution of the Saudi art scene, how Athr chooses and supports its artists, and what it takes to build a lasting cultural institution.Mohamed also opens up about burnout, mental health, and the importance of slowing down to reconnect with creativity, balance, and purpose.

An honest conversation about business, art, reinvention, and personal growth.

في هذه الحلقة من ساعة ندى نستضيف محمد حافظ، الشريك المؤسس والرئيس التنفيذي لـ «أثر» ومؤسسة أثر، لنتحدث عن رحلته من عالم الملابس الجاهزة والعمل في السواني والبساتين إلى عالم الفن، وكيف انتقل من بداياته في التجارة والأعمال إلى أن أصبح من أبرز الأسماء في مشهد الفن المعاصر في السعودية.نتكلم عن بداياته، والتجارب التي شكلت شخصيته، وكيف جاءت فكرة «أثر» وتطورت مع الوقت، بالإضافة إلى واقع السوق الفني في السعودية، وطريقة اختيار الفنانين ودعمهم، والتحديات التي تواجه العمل في المجال الفني اليوم.كما يشاركنا محمد حديثًا صريحًا عن الاحتراق النفسي، وأهمية التوازن، وكيف أن التمهل أحيانًا يساعد الإنسان على استعادة الشغف والإلهام.حلقة صادقة عن الفن، والأعمال، والتحولات الكبيرة التي قد تغيّر مسار حياة الإنسان بالكامل

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

00:40 Mohammed Hafiz's Retail Journey

05:17 Bankruptcy, Failure & Reinvention

07:36 Discovering Art & Buying His First Painting

10:55 Art, Creativity & Parenting

15:46 Transitioning from Retail to Art

18:06 Launching Athr Gallery

20:35 How Art Changed His Worldview

22:48 Building Saudi Arabia's Art Scene

23:23 Can Art Make Money?

27:18 How Athr Chooses Artists

31:21 How Art Galleries Actually Work

33:29 Why People Collect Art

38:46 Art vs Luxury Fashion

40:28 Is Saudi Art Still Emerging?

41:35 Burnout, Stress & Mental Health

48:30 Learning to Slow Down

54:20 Creativity, Travel & Inspiration

01:04:10 Privacy, Identity & Public Attention

01:17:00 Final Reflections#NadasHour

Interview with Mohammed Islam

Episode 2 with Nadia Bin Zaal