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Flavors of Ambition

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What are the key ingredients for building a future-ready, dynamic business ecosystem from the Middle East? Flavors of Ambition explores this question with industry pioneers, global investors, and visionary leaders shaping the region’s future. From technology and AI to renewable energy, trade, healthcare and education, each episode uncovers the forces driving transformation and investment across th... more

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Cities have always been built to last. The question now is whether they are built to change, and whether the difference matters when disruption arrives.

Resilience Reflections is a Flavors of Ambition mini-series from BCG that examines how recent di... more

The Middle East has lived through disruption. What leaders do with what that disruption revealed is the question that matters now.

Resilience Reflections is a Flavors of Ambition mini-series from BCG that explores how recent disruptions are reshapin... more

Recent disruptions have highlighted vulnerabilities across global trade and supply chains, prompting business leaders to reassess the resilience of the systems that support their organizations.

Resilience Reflections is a Flavors of Ambition mini-se... more

The Middle East is undergoing one of the most ambitious workforce transformations in the world. As economies diversify, technology accelerates change, and new industries emerge, the question is no longer if jobs will evolve, but how people can be pre... more

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Vladislav Boutenko
Managing director and senior partner, leads global center for future of cities
BCG
Episode: Designing for Change: Building Smarter, More Resilient Cities
Dr. Ahmed Alzahrani
Deputy Minister of Skills and Training, Saudi Arabia
Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development, Saudi Arabia
Episode: Building a Skills-First Economy: Dr. Ahmed Alzahrani and Anton Stepanenko on Designing a Future-Ready Workforce
Anton Stepanenko
BCG Partner and Director, Global Skilling Practice
BCG
Episode: Building a Skills-First Economy: Dr. Ahmed Alzahrani and Anton Stepanenko on Designing a Future-Ready Workforce
Morgan Parker
Vice Chair of the Management Committee at Qiddiya Investment Company
Qiddiya Investment Company
Episode: The Philosophy of Play: Morgan Parker and Ryan Taylor on Building Cities with Purpose
Dr. Yaser Al-Onaizan
Deputy CEO and President of AI Models and Data at HUMAIN
HUMAIN (Saudi Arabia)
Episode: Writing the Next Chapter of AI: Dr. Yaser Al-Onaizan on Vision, Values, and the Human Side of Innovation

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 28 ratings
  • Brilliant podcast!

    Loving the mix of culture and business. One of my favourite podcasts

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Eenajma
    Saudi Arabiaa year ago
  • Refreshing! not the typical monotone company podcast

    surprisingly engaging and well put together! Insightful conversations that makes you think, without trying too hard

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Anton.A.S.
    Italy2 years ago
  • Love it!

    Absolutely love this podcast. The conversations are smart, grounded, and give a refreshing look into how ambition shows up across the Middle East. Each episode brings something new—whether it’s a bold founder story or a deeper cultural insight. It’s thoughtful, inspiring, and super easy to listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    laumrel
    France2 years ago
  • A must listen!

    Great blend of business insights and storytelling

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LauraCParkes
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Inspiring and Authentic!

    Flavors of Ambition is such a refreshing listen—blending powerful personal stories with the rich cultural backdrop of the Middle East. The conversations feel real and heartfelt, and the food tie-ins make it so unique! A perfect podcast for anyone chasing bold dreams. Can’t wait for the next episode!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    looni9666
    United Arab Emirates2 years ago

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The conversations are described as thoughtful, grounded and engaging rather than corporate or monotonous.
Listeners value the blend of business insight with Middle Eastern culture, heritage and hospitality.
Listeners appreciate the distinctive storytelling and the food and flavor connections.
Personal stories and cultural context make the discussions feel warm and human.

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Writing the Next Chapter of AI: Dr. Yaser Al-Onaizan on Vision, Values, and the Human Side of Innovation
Q: Where does the region stand in its AI journey beyond Saudi and UAE, and how is capability being built?
The region is making steady progress with national AI strategies across GCC and neighboring countries, focusing on talent development, infrastructure commitments, and scalable adoption, while aiming to deepen regional collaboration and avoid duplication.

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Conversations with business leaders, investors, policymakers and specialists about the forces shaping the Middle East's economy and society. Topics range from AI, workforce development and energy security to resilient cities, urban development and regional trade. Episodes typically pair expert perspectives with practical discussion of strategy, policy and implementation, while also drawing out personal experiences and the cultural values behind professional decisions. The format includes interviews with senior figures from government and major organizations, alongside host-led analysis of regional and global developments. A distinctive focus on family, tradition and hospitality connects business transformation to the people and heritage sha... more

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5. Dr. Yaser Al-Onaizan

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