She Leads the Way

This is a confronting episode talking about a very important topic of PTSD across Child Abuse and Domestic Violence and therefore we place a trigger warning for those who may feel more sensitive to this line of conversation.

In this episode we speak with HH Al Sayyida Basma Al Said, a mental health expert specializing in PTSD.

Sayyida Basma shares a bit about her life, reflecting on her time in Australia, being born in the UK and calling Oman home.

We cover a lot under the topic of trauma and its effects on people particularly from child abuse and domestic violence. Sayyida Basma explains how emotional manipulation often keeps victims trapped, even when they have the means to leave as well as the misconceptions recognizing triggers and seeking help.
 

We also cover how to start your healing journey which includes therapy and, when appropriate, medication, and most importantly the need for support in overcoming the effects of abuse.
 

She passionately advocates for understanding the mental health struggles many face and encourages listeners to confront their experiences to foster resilience and recovery.
 

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In this episode, Nicki Bedford interviews Amna Al Qubaisi, the first female Emirati driver currently racing in the Formula One Academy.

This is a great conversation where Amna shares her journey into motorsports, ignited by her father’s racing career, which started in karting to competing in Formula 4 and Formula 3.

We cover a lot of ground including the physical and mental toughness, balancing training and life as well as the importance of family support, particularly racing alongside her sister, and how they navigate the pressures of the sport together. 

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In this episode, we are joined by Faranak Farahmand Pour, Google’s Director of Global Strategic Initiatives.

We cover a lot - talking with Faranak about her career shift from Law to Sales, her multicultural upbringing in Iran and the Netherlands, and her extensive international work experience in regions like China, Africa and the Middle East.

Talking all things Google - including AI and cloud computing, as well as mentorship, diversity & Inclusion as well as being a woman in business.

Tune in, this was a great chat :)

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In this episode, Nicki sits down Farah Danish, an autism family coach who shares her personal journey with autism, growing up with a sibling on the spectrum and later having her own child with autism. 
She discusses the emotional challenges faced by families, including the initial trauma of the diagnosis and the pressures of early intervention.

This is a really great discussion, and we cover a lot! - everything from acceptance and processing emotions, advocating for lifestyle changes and self-care for parents as well as what we can be doing as community to increase awareness.

We also touch on a personal fave topic of mine - to the law of attraction and maintaining a positive mindset.

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In this episode, we are joined by Salama Mohamed, an entrepreneur, content creator with almost 2M followers, mother and founder of the skincare brand Peacefull.

Salama shares her journey of building her business, Peacefull, which focuses on skincare for sensitive skin, driven by her own 'blessings' with conditions like Vitiligo. She also talks openly about her experience with ADHD and Dyslexia.

Salama emphasizes her mission of authenticity on social media, spreading self-love, and finding happiness in the little things.

A really beautiful conversation <3

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In this episode, Nicki sits down with Christiana Maxion, founder of Maxion, to chat through all things finding love and launching a matchmaking agency.

Christiana discusses her diverse journey to success in Dubai as well as how Maxion evolved from an offline matchmaking agency to a tech-driven platform. We also chat through the challenges of creating a new business and the requirement of unwavering self belief and resilience.

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In this episode, we are joined by Andrea Prazakova - SVP at Mastercard leading Foundry and ESG.

We discuss the future of banking in the digital age, including the rise of emerging technologies like AI, blockchain, and Web3 and the opportunities these innovations opens up for women in fintech.

Andrea also discusses Mastercard's sustainability initiatives, including its commitment to achieving net zero emissions.

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In this episode, we are joined by Natalie Abumrad, Head of HR at Sanofi and we discuss how to stand out in today's competitive job market.

If you're looking to find a new job, or make a career change - this is the episode for you!

We discuss;

- What skills are most sought after and how candidates can develop or showcase these skills, including the importance of soft skills (great communication + emotional intelligence)

- Tips on how you can prepare yourself in advance for the job of your dreams

- Critical importance of diversity, inclusion and equity and how organisizations are prioritising this

- Natalie shares her personal experience on how company support for women is incredibly powerful for progression

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We are joined by Nayla Al Khaja, UAE's first female film-maker and discuss her incredible life of filmmaking, driven by her desire to challenge stereotypes about Arab women.

Nayla shares her passion for storytelling and the importance of portraying women from her culture in a different light.

We also talk about her experiences in the film industry, including directing  including everything from her work on commercials, to shorts and recently releasing her first feature film THREE which is in cinema's now
 

We also discuss projects like being behind the scenes director of "Star Trek", working with Annie Leibovitz as well as the impact of AI on the film industry including how she's incorporated it into her latest film.

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In this episode, Nicki sits down with Marketing Communications and Automotive executive Cristina Guida La Licata.

Cristina shares her very recent journey of life transformation, transitioning from the corporate world, embracing mental health practices, and finding self-love, culminating in the launch of her book, "On a Journey Within Me, Within You."

The episode really speaks to highlights the importance of figuring out how to embrace change, prioritizing mental health, and shifting from loneliness to solitude for personal growth.

This episode includes;

Embrace Life Transformations: Cristina's journey from the corporate world to a new lease on life - even when facing challenges or uncertainties, there's always a light guiding the way, and it's crucial to believe in the potential for positive change.

Prioritize Mental Health: Cristina emphasizes prioritizing mental health. Seeking help through psychotherapy and healing therapy, along with practices like mirror talks and journaling, can contribute to self-discovery, self-love, and overall well-being.

Shift from Loneliness to Solitude: Learning to be comfortable and content in your own company is a powerful aspect of personal growth. It's essential to become your own best friend and find strength within before seeking it externally.

ON A JOURNEY: Within You, Within Me is out now, Cristina's first booked was released on her birthday; 6th February. Learn more about Cristina's journey and transition - Grab a copy at the link: https://www.amazon.in/JOURNEY-WITHIN-darkness-brightest-light-ebook/dp/B0CT4N44ZP 

 

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