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Made in Dubai with Spencer Lodge

Spencer Lodge
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Real Estate
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Resilience
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Leadership
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Ras Al Khaimah
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Formerly the Unscripted Podcast with Spencer Lodge Join Spencer Lodge as he connects with the most fascinating personalities in Dubai. A city that rose from the desert sands to become one of the most ambitious, innovative and inspiring places on Earth. Behind its glittering skyline are people with stories just as extraordinary - pioneers, dreamers and doers who dared to turn bold visions into real... more

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Most people in the UAE assume their company medical plan is there to look after them. Sam Douglas has spent 13 years on the other side of that assumption. This is one of those conversations that changes the way you think about something you assumed w... more

Most people in the UAE have spent years building a career and assuming their gratuity is sitting somewhere safe, waiting for them when they leave. Safa Bouzidi is one of the few people who will actually tell you what is happening to it.

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Sam Douglas
Insurance broker
Beneple
Episode: #409: The Truth About Medical Insurance in Dubai That Nobody Tells You Until It Is Too Late | Sam Douglas, Insurance Broker of Beneple
Safa Bouzidi-Laterme
Managing Director Investments at Daman Investments
Daman Investments
Episode: #408: Your Employer is Gambling with Your Gratuity | Safa Bouzidi, Managing Director of Daman Investments
Nadim Ghrayeb
CEO of Leo Burnett Dubai, part of Publicis Group
Leo Burnett / Publicis Group
Episode: #407: THE CEO OF LEO BURNETT JUST CALLED OUT HIS OWN INDUSTRY | Nadim Ghrayeb, CEO of Leo Burnett
Paul Evans
CEO of Solutions Leisure
Solutions Leisure
Episode: #406: Success Has Nothing to Do with What You Build | Paul Evans, CEO of Solutions Leisure
Sami Kayyali
Founder of Rekarda, specializes in presentation production and storytelling
Rekarda
Episode: #405: Sami Kayyali: Most CEOs Are Terrible Communicators and Nobody Tells Them
Dennis McGettigan
Founder and hospitality entrepreneur, McGettigan's
McGettigan's
Episode: #404: Dennis McGettigan, From a House of Ten in Dublin to Dubai's Biggest Pub Empire
Dr. Amina Al Marzouqi
Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs, University of Sharjah
University of Sharjah
Episode: #403 From Top of Her Class in America to Vice Chancellor | Dr. Amina Al Marzouqi, a Life Built on Discipline and Service
Dame Heather McGregor
CEO, former FT columnist, founder of the Taylor Bennett Foundation, academic and business leader
Heriot-Watt University Dubai / Taylor Bennett Foundation (The Taylor Bennett Foundation)
Episode: #402: Stop Feeling Guilty. It Is a Wasted Emotion. | Dame Heather McGregor on Reinvention, Breaking Barriers and Why It Is Never Too Late
Jason Grundy
Managing Director, Robert Walters
Robert Walters
Episode: #401 "Dubai Is Not as Easy as You Think" | Jason Grundy, MD of Robert Walters on Hiring, Talent and the Truth About the UAE Job Market

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Spencer Lodge
Host of Made in Dubai, a Dubai-based interview series featuring business leaders, disruptors, and cultural icons shaping the UAE's future.

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 198 ratings
  • Jail Time for Spencer

    Spencer Lodge is going to jail for fraud, conspiracy to commit fraud, and for stealing investment funds from hundreds of people he called “friends.” The FBI in USA is working with Dubai to put him in jail for life. If Spencer Lodge has ever offered you any financial advice or has ever pushed you into an investment please contact the FBI immediately so you can be part of this lawsuit. It’s HUGE and he cannot run from this any longer. Scam and fraud. Beware.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Cassey Ho
    Canada6 months ago
  • Love it!

    As an avid podcast listener, I was delighted to have stumbled across Spencer’s podcast when someone shared an episode on LinkedIn.

    It’s obvious Spencer’s questions are well planned in advance, and no amount of media training allows his interviewee to dodge his questions! 🤪

    If you like real talk, you’ll really enjoy!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LauraEgg*
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • In-depth podcasts with a difference.

    Different topics and subjects that make an impact.

    Interviews with advice and solutions with an impact.

    Listen today, and implement tomorrow.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alexander van der Kemp
    France2 years ago
  • Who needs Steven Bartlett when we have SL?

    After Khalid Al Ameri’s interview and a couple of the most recent interviews this podcast scaled my personal podcast favorites chart.

    It’s now in the top five alongside some top international names.

    Thanks Spencer for showcasing our local talents, businesses personalities and the not so famous Dubaiaites.

    I never know what I’ll find when I check my library for your show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LHafez
    United Arab Emirates2 years ago
  • LinkedIn Ahmad and Chris Negotiation

    Great episodes, been listening for a while, but these two made me write this review. I learnt so much so easily from these particular podcasts. Spencer has a great inquisitive, conversational way of extracting key information from this guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bright Balmer Marketing
    United Kingdom4 years ago

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#409: The Truth About Medical Insurance in Dubai That Nobody Tells You Until It Is Too Late | Sam Douglas, Insurance Broker of Beneple
Q: What can a new expat or a small company do to start properly?
Engage a broker who has access to the full market, ask about the hospitals and networks they work with, understand potential medical declarations, and insist on a clear process for selecting three competitive options and negotiating them before renewal.
#409: The Truth About Medical Insurance in Dubai That Nobody Tells You Until It Is Too Late | Sam Douglas, Insurance Broker of Beneple
Q: How do you compare UAE medical insurance to the UK or US systems?
In the UAE, there are both international and local insurers with a wide spectrum of benefits; unlike the UK's NHS or the US market's mix of private plans, UAE policies often require brokers to navigate a dense landscape of options, regulations, and costs to tailor a plan that fits the company and its employees.
#409: The Truth About Medical Insurance in Dubai That Nobody Tells You Until It Is Too Late | Sam Douglas, Insurance Broker of Beneple
Q: What is the biggest misconception about insurance brokers?
The biggest misconception is that brokers are there to sell you something; in reality, 90% of what we do is explain what coverage you have, guide HR, negotiate with insurers, and help clients understand the implications of choices.
#406: Success Has Nothing to Do with What You Build | Paul Evans, CEO of Solutions Leisure
Q: How did the experiences of loss and restoration influence your business decisions, especially during crises like COVID?
The crises reinforced the need to protect people first. I chose not to let the company collapse during COVID; I found ways to preserve jobs and support our staff, and that commitment to people informed every subsequent strategic move, including the decision to bring in partners and eventually sell a stake to ensure long-term stability.
#406: Success Has Nothing to Do with What You Build | Paul Evans, CEO of Solutions Leisure
Q: What were the key turning points that redirected your life toward leadership and purpose?
A series of wake-up calls: a near-fatal illness, a coma, and the realization that I could either stay on a destructive path or rebuild myself. Working with life coaches and therapists helped me reframe my identity away from being 'the guy who failed' to 'the person who can help others'. The decision to lead with empathy, invest in my people, and pursue growth at every turn became the driving force behind building Solutions Leisure in Dubai.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Made in Dubai

What is Made in Dubai about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A Dubai-focused interview series that features high-profile founders, executives, and notable regional leaders across technology, hospitality, education, healthcare, and wellness. Episodes center on leadership lessons, scaling businesses in a dynamic market, and personal resilience, often weaving in regional context about the UAE and Dubai's role as a global hub. Guests are typically builders and thinkers who share pragmatic strategies, risk-taking stories, and lessons learned from navigating disruption, making it valuable for founders, executives, and professionals seeking real-world insights and inspiration.

A standout aspect is the host's ability to draw out practical takeaways from diverse industries, plus a willingness to explore cont... more

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1. Sam Douglas
2. Safa Bouzidi-Laterme
3. Nadim Ghrayeb
4. Paul Evans
5. Sami Kayyali
6. Dennis McGettigan
7. Dr. Amina Al Marzouqi
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