Welcome to Episode #18 of The Rice Pudding Project with your host Amin Soltani – Comedian, Director & Executive Producer.

In this relaxed and insightful episode, Amin sits down with Tolly Plested to explore his lifelong journey through martial arts — from training in the UK, competing globally, and ultimately finding his home in the UAE.

Together, they discuss the discipline, philosophy, and evolution of martial arts, as well as the mindset required to keep learning, teaching, and growing on and off the mats.

🥋 Topics: MMA, Kickboxing, Judo, and the journey behind the fighter’s mentality.

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Welcome to Episode #19 of The Rice Pudding Project with your host Amin Soltani – Director, Comedian & Executive Producer.

In this inspiring and down-to-earth conversation, Charlie Roberson, Head of Talent at Rogue Films (London), sits down with Amin to talk about carving his own legacy in the creative industry, the power of authenticity, and how to navigate your true calling.

From the world of commercials and feature films to discovering and nurturing creative talent, Charlie shares invaluable insights for anyone chasing a meaningful career in storytelling.

🎬 Guest: Charlie Roberson – Head of Talent, @roguefilms
🌍 Website: www.roguefilms.co.uk
📸 Instagram: @_charlie_rr

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Join host Amin Soltani as he sits down with Shereen Mostafa, Head of Production at Publicis Groupe Middle East. Shereen shares her inspiring journey from her early creative beginnings to leading major projects across the region.

This conversation dives into passion, perseverance, and the evolving world of film, production, and advertising in the Middle East.

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Amin Soltani dives into the world of Ayham Homsi, a visionary creative professional based in Dubai. As the Founder & Managing Director of Hrmny Creative Agency, Ayham has made significant strides in the music industry, amassing over 30 million streams and earning accolades for his innovative approach to brand strategy and execution.In this exclusive interview, Ayham shares his experiences, challenges, and the inspiration behind his success in the dynamic landscape of music and branding. Whether you’re an aspiring artist, a marketing enthusiast, or someone intrigued by the fusion of creativity and business, this conversation offers valuable insights into the mind of a modern-day creative leader.For more information about Cream and their latest offerings, you can visit their official website: alserkal.online#AyhamHomsi #HrmnyCreativeAgency #MusicBusiness #BrandStrategy #CreativeLeadership #DubaiCreatives

In Episode #22 of The Rice Pudding Project, host Amin Soltani sits down with Lew Evans, CEO of Nexus Resilience Group and former United States Marine, for a straight-shooting conversation about life, service, and leadership.

Lew shares how his time in the Marine Corps shaped his mindset — building discipline, resilience, and focus — and how those same values drive his work today in building adaptive, data-driven systems that secure the world’s most essential resources: Water, Energy, and Food.

A powerful discussion on leadership, perseverance, and transformation — from the battlefield to business.

🌍 Learn more: nexuseye.ai
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In this fearless and unfiltered episode of The Rice Pudding Show, host Amin Soltani sits down with Azza Abou Al Magd, an accomplished Executive Producer who has shaped some of the region’s most powerful stories — and her own.

With honesty, humour, and raw emotion, Azza opens up about confronting her ego, finding peace, and rediscovering her fire after decades in the creative industry.
A fighter, a creator, and a woman who lives her truth — this is Azza, unfiltered.

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Welcome to Episode #15 of The Rice Pudding Project with your host Amin Soltani – Comedian, Director & Executive Producer.

In this fast-paced, hilarious, and deeply honest episode, Amin sits down with Amy Roko – the Saudi-born comedian, rapper, and social media icon who’s redefining creativity and self-expression in the region.

They dive into music, comedy, social media, and growing up in Saudi Arabia, exploring how Amy balances humour, honesty, and authenticity across her art and online presence.

🎤 Comedian + Rapper
📍 Riyadh | Dubai
📱 @amyroko

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Welcome to Episode #13 of The Rice Pudding Project with your host Amin Soltani – Director, Comedian & Executive Producer.

In this episode, Nora Hameidani, Founder of Barre Effect, shares her inspiring journey from the world of dance in America to creating one of Dubai’s most distinctive fitness experiences.
Amin dives deep into what inspired her to launch Barre Effect, how she balances business and life, and the philosophy behind her unique approach to movement and community.

Barre Effect is a ladies-only fitness studio in Al Safa, Dubai, offering contemporary barre classes that sculpt your body, boost your metabolism, and challenge your mind. Each 50-minute class is musically driven, intelligently sequenced, and designed to keep your body guessing while you fall in love with the results.

👉 Learn more: @barreeffect | barreeffect.com
👉 Follow Nora: @norahameidani
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Grab dessert or your afternoon coffee and settle in for a rare and powerful sit down between Amin Soltani and Jeremy Lorenowicz — a global leader in the oil and gas industry with over 25 years of experience.

From overseeing operations across 30+ countries to driving innovation at Gordon Technologies LLC and Vertex Downhole, Jeremy shares what it truly takes to build and lead world-class organisations.

They dive deep into leadership, resilience, directional drilling, technical problem-solving, and the relentless pursuit of quality, safety, and excellence.
A masterclass in mindset and determination — and a must-listen for anyone passionate about energy, business, and global growth.

⚙️ Guest: Jeremy Lorenowicz – Industry Leader, Gordon Technologies LLC | Vertex Downhole
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In this powerful episode of The Rice Pudding Show, Amin Soltani welcomes Will Hutson — Founder & CEO of Team LMTD, Co-Founder of AngelSpark, and one of the most authentic voices in the Middle East’s creative and tech ecosystem.

With a client roster that includes Etihad, Careem, and ADNOC, Will has built more than an agency — he’s built a culture. Behind the success lies a story of innovation, risk, and growth.

Will opens up about ego, leadership, parenting, and navigating personal and professional challenges — all while staying true to himself and his mission.

☕ Pour yourself a cupper and settle in for a real conversation on purpose, peace, and perseverance.

🌐 Learn more: www.teamlmtd.com
📸 Instagram: @teamlmtd
💼 LinkedIn: Will Hutson
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