the you in h(u)man

Omar Fathy is not your typical chef or restaurateur. Together with his wife and partner, Alia, he has carved out spaces that are as soulful as they are delicious. They are makers in the truest sense, people who love working with their hands, who move with intention, and who believe food is more than a meal, it’s a way to bring people together.Omar first co-founded the iconic Makani, a space that shifted Cairo’s food culture. But after a fallout with his partners, Omar and Alia walked away from everything they had built. From the ground up, he and Alia created what are now some of Egypt’s most sought-after restaurants: Eatery, Otto, and Kokomo. Each one is not just a restaurant, but a reflection of their life's philosophies.In this episode of The You in Human, Omar speaks with honesty and vulnerability, about what it takes to lose everything, rebuild with even more passion, and stay true to the love of craft that fuels him and Alia every day.This is a conversation about resilience, creativity, and the courage to live with purpose. Get cozy and comfortable as we dive in and explore what it truly means to be h(u)man.

Jan Bladen is the Managing Partner at Governance Creed, a visionary entrepreneur, and a seasoned investor. In this powerful episode of The You in Human, we go far beyond professional achievements.In an open and heartfelt conversation, Jan lays bare the human side of ambition the invisible weight of expectations, the deep quest for purpose, and the intimate moments that defined his journey.From moments of vulnerability to identity revelations, from external pressure to burning passion this episode unveils what it truly takes to remain human while performing at the top.

Hossam El Gamal is the Vice President at Anghami and OSN+, an entrepreneur, and a seasoned investor. But in this powerful episode, we go far beyond titles.In an unfiltered, intimate conversation, Hossam opens up about the human side of ambition the weight of expectations, the search for purpose, and the personal moments that shaped his path.From vulnerability to identity, from pressure to passion — this is the story of what it really means to stay human while playing at the top.

In this episode of The You in Human, we sit down with Walid Hassouna, the founder and CEO of ValUto not only talk about success, but about everything he had to unlearn to truly feel it. We take a deep look into identity, pressure, burnout, and the moments that defined him, ultimately leading him to create one of the most successful companies in the region.Join us in conversation with Walid Hassouna on The You in Human YouTube Channel.Subscribe and turn on notifications to catch every new episode.#TheYouInHuman

From Chile to Cairo — The Untold Story of a Belly Dancer Who Dared to DreamIn this powerful episode of The You in Human, Deana sits down with one of the most recognized belly dancers in the Middle East — a Chilean woman who carved out a life, a name, and a career in a world far from home.For the first time ever, she speaks openly and honestly about the realities behind the glamour — the cultural challenges, the personal sacrifices, the pressure to constantly perform, and the parts of herself the public has never seen.This is more than a story about dance — it’s a story about identity, courage, reinvention, and the quiet strength it takes to keep going when everything around you says stop.Vulnerable, raw, and deeply human.Subscribe and turn on notifications to catch every new episode.#TheYouInHuman

From the heights of fame to stepping away from the spotlight—Shahyn took time away from producing music, leaving the music industry and his fans wondering why. In this episode of The You in Human, he opens up about his childhood, the impact of his late father, and the struggles that kept him away from music. Now, with his comeback, he’s ready to share his truth. Don’t miss this raw and powerful conversation.من قمة الشهرة لقرار الابتعاد عن الأضواء—شاهين أخد وقته بعيد عن إنتاج الموسيقى، وساب الجمهور وصناعة الموسيقى تتساءل ليه. في الحلقة دي من The You in Human، بيفتح قلبه وبيحكي عن طفولته، تأثير والده الراحل عليه، والصعوبات اللي أبعدته عن الموسيقى. دلوقتي، مع عودته، جاهز يشارك حقيقته. ما تفوتوش الحلقة دي—حديث صادق وقوي من القلب.This You in Human conversation with Shahyn has been brought to you by Monster Energy.

Mariam El Khosht is an Egyptian actress and Animal Rights Activist. Mariam is a woman who stays true to her own sense of being, at all stages of her life. Join us on the couch as we dive right in with Mariam and talk about all things relationships, work and lessons learned throughout it all. مريم الخشت هي ممثلة مصرية وناشطة في حقوق الحيوان. مريم هي امرأة منتمئة لذاتها في جميع مراحل حياتها. شاركونا حوارنا مع مريم حول كل ما يتعلق بالعلاقات، والعمل، والدروس التي تعلمتها على مر الزمن.

Our guest is @shamalzahabi, a scientist and the founder of @dao_derma. Sham takes an unorthodox approach to healing people’s skin health and helping them work from the inside - out. Get cozy on the couch and join us in conversation as we take a deep dive into her childhood, her relationship and growing up with a famous mother and how all the events in her life have come together to lead her to founding her company, Dao Derma, which has expanded beyond Egypt to the Middle East.

ضيفتنا هي شام الذهبي، وهي عالمة ومؤسسة شركة داو ديرما. تتبنى شام نهجًا غير تقليدي لعلاج صحة الجلد لدى الأشخاص ومساعدتهم على العمل من الداخل إلى الخارج. استرخِ على الأريكة وانضم إلينا في محادثة حيث نتعمق في طفولتها وعلاقتها ونشأتها مع أم مشهورة وكيف اجتمعت كل الأحداث في حياتها لتقودها إلى تأسيس شركتها داو ديرما، التي توسعت خارج مصر إلى الشرق الأوسط.#TheYouinHuman

Our next guest is Ziyad Al Maayouf, the first ever Saudi Professional Boxer. He is a symbol of determination, hope and the power of dreams. Ziyad takes us on a journey of hope, courage and shows us what can be possible when you dare to dream!

ضيفنا القادم هو زياد المعيوف، أول ملاكم سعودي محترف في التاريخ. هو رمز للعزيمة والأمل وقوة الأحلام. انضموا لينا الأسبوع ده بينما يأخذنا زياد في رحلة من الأمل والشجاعة ويُظهر لنا ما يمكن تحقيقه عندما تجرؤ على أن تحلم.

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Our next guest the incredible artist and musician, DJunkie. A man who is one of the original artists in Egypt’s modern music scene and one of the pioneers in his field. Join us this Tuesday as we talk about how life can sometimes have a habit of taking you in a direction you haven’t planned for and then how you learn to evolve through those changes.

‎ضيفنا الجاي هو الفنان والموسيقي الرائع DJunkie، واحد من أوائل الفنانين في مشهد الموسيقى الحديث في مصر، ومن الروّاد في مجاله. انضموا لينا يوم التلات واحنا بنتكلم عن إزاي الحياة ساعات بتاخدك في اتجاه ماكنتش مخطط له، وازاي تتعلم تتطوّر وتتكيف مع التغييرات دي.

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