AI is already changing the way we sell, scale, and show up in business. But most people are still playing catch-up.

In this episode, entrepreneur and AI strategist John Lee breaks down the mindset shift every business owner, sales leader, and entrepreneur needs to make right now.

Because the real power of AI isn’t in the tech, it’s in how you use it to multiply what you already do well.

Whether it’s automating follow-ups, training your team faster, generating leads while you sleep, or scaling your personal brand, AI isn’t here to replace you. It’s here to amplify you.

05:33 – What AI actually is (explained simply) 12:30 – How AI is being used right now 18:01 – Game-changing business use cases 28:17 – Social media’s shift: Followers vs. saves 39:17 – How John uses AI to run his business 46:12 – Rethinking fear: Why AI isn’t the enemy 54:12 – AI in sales: From lead gen to live coaching 1:03:03 – Setting up AI systems inside companies 1:22:36 – The real risks of AI and what’s coming next

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Most people think gold just sits in a vault, safe, static, and gathering dust…

But Mark Pey, Head of Strategic Relationships at Monetary Metals, is on a mission to redefine how we think about gold. In today’s world of volatile markets, vanishing trust in fiat currency, and overhyped digital assets, gold is the most powerful, underused tool for wealth generation.

Whether you’ve overlooked gold entirely or assumed it was only for central banks and doomsday preppers, this episode will change everything you thought you knew about the world’s oldest form of money.

09:37 – Why people avoid investing in gold

13:51 – Understanding asset classes

24:18 – The natural qualities of gold

29:20 – Turning gold into cash

43:41 – Paralysed by too much information?

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Kris Fade is the voice behind the region’s #1 radio show, a star of Netflix’s Dubai Bling, and the founder of the health and wellness brand Fade Fit.

But he didn’t just wake up famous. Kris’s success is the result of relentless hustle, smart decisions, and an unshakable belief in himself. From launching a brand-new radio show in Dubai to building a multimillion-dollar business, and leveraging the global spotlight of Dubai Bling, Kris shares the real story behind his rise.

This conversation dives deep into legacy, personal branding, and what it really takes to build an empire from the ground up.

02:30 – Growing up in Sydney11:44 – Building a radio empire in Dubai 14:48 – From afternoons to prime time20:00 – The power of human connection27:30 – The birth of Fade Fit41:43 – Inside Dubai Bling49:02 – Staying motivated after success

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Dubai’s real estate market is booming, but are you asking the right questions before investing?

In this week’s episode, I sit down with Sonia Waters, Head of Sales at AYS Developers, to talk all things real estate – escrow accounts, how the market is evolving, and what makes Dubai such a hotspot for investors.

I’m also proud to officially welcome AYS Developers as the new title sponsor of the show. They’re more than just a top-tier luxury property developer brand. They’re a company that genuinely cares and reinvests their profits to fund meaningful initiatives. It’s rare to find a brand that truly leads with the heart, and that’s exactly why this partnership feels right.

If you’re serious about investing in Dubai property, this is the episode you can’t afford to skip.

05:57 - More about AYS Developers

10:56 - AYS Developers’ project on Dubai Islands

18:03 - How the law protects international investors

26:09 - Steps to choosing the right developer

28:31 - How to choose a trusted brokerage

30:35 - Sonia’s impact at AYS

34:14 – More about AYS’ full property management service

36:33 - Sonia’s journey into real estate

41:10 - What’s next for AYS

49:35 - Sonia’s personal charity work

53:43 - What to know about off-plan investing

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What does it take to turn a childhood dream into a global career AND make Adele disappear along the way?

Rob Lake, one of the world’s most celebrated illusionists and finalist of America’s Got Talent, has done just that. But beyond the magic, Rob is also an entrepreneur who’s built a successful empire around his craft.

From discovering his calling at 10 to winning the prestigious Merlin Award, performing on the biggest stages, and pulling off jaw-dropping illusions, this is a story of creative brilliance, business strategy, and relentless determination.

02:52 – Performing illusions amplifies parts of your personality 05:22 – Rob’s first encounter with magic 10:09 – The dark side of the industry 16:00 – His first moment of success 19:00 – Behind the scenes of America’s Got Talent 24:10 – What it means to follow your dreams 29:19 – Mentors, reflection, and life beyond the stage 31:10 – Magic as a business and the leadership lessons 38:00 – How do you keep evolving? 42:15 – Where Rob finds his inspiration 46:25 – Why giving back matters

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What’s the real cost of a bad hire, and how do you build a future-proof team in a fast-changing world?

Jonathan Holmes, Managing Director for the Middle East, Turkey and Africa (META) at Korn Ferry, one of the largest executive search and human capital consulting firms in the world, has spent decades helping businesses make the right hiring decisions and build stronger teams.

His perspective on business leadership, talent strategy, and career success is second to none.

In this episode, he unpacks what it takes to stay ahead in today’s talent game, why employee churn is draining millions, and how job seekers can truly stand out.

26:20 – The cost of not investing enough to keep the right people30:47 – How to future-proof your business37:19 – Does DEI help or hurt businesses?

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The scariest thing isn’t change, it’s never changing at all. So why do we resist it?

Najwa Zebian – poet, author, and advocate – has built a global following by confronting life’s hardest truths:

Why we stay in toxic relationships, 

Why walking away feels impossible, and

Why we struggle to truly own our worth.

In this episode, she opens up about loss, identity, and rebuilding life on her own terms. If you’ve ever felt trapped or afraid to move forward, this conversation will change the way you see yourself, and your future.

A special thank you to the Emirates Airline Festival of Literature for making this interview possible.

14:23 – The emotional traps that keep people stuck

20:30 – The struggle of showing up as your real self

26:40 – Navigating life between two cultures

31:11 – Forgiveness is a constant commitment

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Who do you trust when the media is constantly under fire?

Hala Gorani has spent decades reporting from the frontlines – covering wars, breaking global news, and shaping how the world understands current events. Now, the legendary journalist and war correspondent is pulling back the curtain on what really happens behind the headlines. 

From the mental toll of conflict reporting to the hard truths about bias, misinformation, and the future of news, Hala doesn’t hold back.

Think you know how the media works? This episode will open your eyes to what it really takes to separate fact from fiction in a world drowning in misinformation.

A special thank you to the Emirates Airline Festival of Literature for making this interview possible.

25:05 – The pressure to get it right33:03 – Career-defining moments35:57 – From journalist to author

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Why do we never feel good enough, no matter how much we achieve?

Dr Jessamy Hibberd, a clinical psychologist, author, and expert in mental resilience, breaks down the hard truths about success, trauma, and self-doubt, and why even the most accomplished people feel like imposters.

She reveals why our brains are wired to focus on the negatives, how social media is warping our perception of reality, and why we’re all caught in a trap of never feeling good enough.

This episode is packed with powerful, science-backed tools to rewire your thinking. Stop undermining yourself, and take back control.

A special thank you to the Emirates Airline Festival of Literature for making this interview possible.

12:29 – How social media is shaping our mental health18:06 – Real support vs corporate tick-box wellness39:11 – Suicide, pressure and perfectionism

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Is your memory a reliable record of the past? Or a story your brain keeps rewriting?

Leading neuroscientist Dr Charan Ranganath, aka The Memory Doc, joins us on Unscripted With Spencer Lodge, to reveal how our brains store, distort, and reshape our memories.

From false memories to the way trauma, depression, and even psychedelics impact what we recall, Dr Ranganath breaks it all down in a way that just makes sense.

And here’s a big one: AI might be smart, but does it actually “remember” the way we do? Dr Ranganath reveals the surprising truth – and what it means for the future of technology, decision-making, and even our identities.

Have a listen; this one’s fascinating!

A special thank you to the Emirates Airline Festival of Literature for making this interview possible. 

10:45 – The nature of memory

22:39 – How mental health impacts the way we think and remember

28:25 – Transforming trauma 

42:12 – Psychedelics and memory

49:15 – The nostalgia trap

1:00:03 – Why AI will never remember like we do

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