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Afternoons with Helen Farmer

Dubai Eye 103.8
Nutrition
Social Media
Dubai
Student Loans
Ice Baths
Kids' Birthday Parties
Michelin Guide
Mental Health
Financial Literacy
People Of Determination
Higher Education
Financial Aid
Cold Water Therapy
Anxiety
Rowan 45
Scammers
Bullying
Water Safety
Cultural Stereotyping
Child-Free By Choice

A laid back look at life in the UAE. Stay up to date with what's happening and where to go with free advice, expert opinion and storytelling which gives an inside scoop in to real life UAE. Calling foodies, culture vultures and people who want answers from our trusted team of engaging experts.

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Latest Episodes

Digital addiction is fast becoming one of the world’s biggest mental health challenges. Now, one globally-renowned expert says the problem isn’t games - it’s what’s driving us to escape into them. Helen is joined by Dr Alok Kanojia.

Meanwhile, we mee... more

Dubai Police are warning parents about the latest risky TikTok trend — but why are kids so easily swept up in viral challenges? Psychologist Mark Samways joins Helen Farmer to unpack the science behind peer pressure, how social media fuels it, and ho... more

How do you relearn and recover when your life changes in an instant? Helen finds out from adaptive athlete Henry Dunn, a Dubai-based coach who faced amputation after an accident.

She also meets a Dubai resident whose recent experience with a house ... more

Can’t be bothered to argue anymore, and intimacy feels like a chore? You’re not alone. Relationship experts call it “slow-burn divorce”. Helen finds out the tell tale signs from psychologist Tanya Dharamshi.

Meanwhile, as Vogue has shocks the fashio... more

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Recent Guests

Melissa Hogenboom
Award-winning science journalist and author of Breadwinners
Episode: Think before you trend
Tanya Dharamshi
Psychologist and marriage expert from Lighthouse Arabia
Lighthouse Arabia
Episode: Are you headed for a slow divorce?
Florence Chilay
Body image advocate and founder of Beyond Body Image
Beyond Body Image
Episode: Are you headed for a slow divorce?
Ruth Dance
Workplace culture consultant, co-founder of EXE
Episode: First there was catfishing, now there's CHATFISHING
Noha El Khatib
Psychologist and couples therapist at the Human Relations Institute
Episode: First there was catfishing, now there's CHATFISHING
Austin Cahill
Head of golf at Al Zora Golf and Yacht Club
Al Zora Golf and Yacht Club
Episode: Croissants and haute couture
Christina Lee
Canada's first certified water sommelier
Wisewell
Episode: Croissants and haute couture
Yannick Alleno
World-renowned chef with multiple Michelin stars and a focus on modern culinary techniques
1988 at Emirates Golf Club
Episode: Croissants and haute couture
Ines Chati
Dubai-based pastry artist with a background in criminal law turned pastry chef
Episode: Croissants and haute couture

Host

Helen Farmer
Host of Afternoons with Helen Farmer, offering insights on life in the UAE through expert interviews and storytelling.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 53 ratings
  • Inspirational

    I love this podcast, Helen gets some excellent guest experts on the show and is a natural born interviewer making this a very enjoyable listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FrantasticLife
    United Kingdom6 years ago

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Many find the content practical and relevant, especially for families living in the UAE.
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The host is recognized for her natural interviewing style, making the show both enjoyable and informative.

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Think before you trend
Q: Do you think equality should mean balance and not sameness?
Equality in relationships should reflect a fair division of labor and responsibilities that accounts for individual contributions.
How to rebuild a life
Q: How do you adapt to the physical challenges after the amputation?
Henry explains that he uses prosthetics sparingly, opting for them when they enhance functionality but also manages phantom limb pain.
How to rebuild a life
Q: Can you tell us about the accident and what happened?
Henry describes how he was working on a cattle station in Australia when a hydraulic post rammer malfunctioned, crushing his forearm.
Health boosting, the A-list way
Q: Can stem cell or anti-aging treatments help with peri-menopause symptoms?
We use a holistic approach, which includes functional genomics and sometimes stem cells, based on individual needs.
Health boosting, the A-list way
Q: How do you respond to critics who say this is a bit new? You know, this is experimental or unproven to many.
Experimental just means that certain regulatory bodies haven't approved it, but many have.

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This podcast offers a relaxed exploration of life in the UAE, frequently featuring expert opinions and insightful conversations that cover a wide range of topics including food culture, parenting, mental health, and lifestyle innovation. Listeners can expect interviews with a diverse array of guests, from chefs promoting Emirati cuisine to experts discussing pressing societal issues like child safety and workplace trends. The focus on local culture and community challenges makes it a valuable resource for anyone looking to navigate life in the UAE, while also emphasizing the importance of mental well-being and family dynamics in today's fast-paced world. Unique storytelling elements and real-life anecdotes add depth to the discussions, maki... more

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1. Melissa Hogenboom
2. Tanya Dharamshi
3. Florence Chilay
4. Ruth Dance
5. Noha El Khatib
6. Austin Cahill
7. Christina Lee
8. Yannick Alleno

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