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What I Did Next

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Connecting the dots across the Middle East through storytelling. Join host Malak Fouad, as she brings you the most inspiring people and unpacks their life journeys — successes, failures and everything in between! You can connect with us on Instagram, on LinkedIn, and watch extended clips from our interviews on our YouTube channel.

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I’m delighted to welcome Thuraya Ismail. She's the CEO of Mentor Arabia, an organisation dedicated to improving the well-being of young Arabs in general, and towards drug prevention in particular. Since its launch in 2006, the organisation has reache... more

I‘m joined today by a legend of from the world of architecture, Abdel Wahed El Wakil. I sat down with him a couple of weeks ago in Doha, where he now lives, to document his incredible journey, his vision for architecture as an industry, and Islamic a... more

On this episode, you'll hear about the incredible message through art with designer Nada Debs and entrepreneur Sarah Beydoun, and the importance of preservation from Omniya Abdel Barr and artist Louis Barthelemy.

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I'm re-connecting today with award-winning film producer Mo Hefzy. Since I first spoke to him in 2022, Mo has had a series of successful releases, including 'Flight 404', 'Seeking Haven for Mr. Rambo', 'Darwish', and many more.

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Recent Guests

Abdel Wahed El Wakil
Legendary architect and disciple of Hassan Fathy
Episode: Abdel Wahed El Wakil
Louis Barthelemy
Designer and artist working in textile, illustration, and preservation of craftsmanship
Independent designer (Middle East focus)
Episode: Double-Take: Art & Heritage with Nada Debs, Louis Barthelemy, Omniya Abdel Barr & Sarah Beydoun
Omniya Abdel Barr
Keeper of heritage, working to preserve ancient crafts and memory in Egypt
Independent designer/heritage advocate
Episode: Double-Take: Art & Heritage with Nada Debs, Louis Barthelemy, Omniya Abdel Barr & Sarah Beydoun
Mohammed Hefzy
Award-winning producer and head of Film Clinic.
Film Clinic
Episode: Encore: Mo Hefzy
Bobby Chinn
Celebrity chef and broadcaster
Episode: Encore: Bobby Chinn
Maria Shollenbarger
Travel editor at the Financial Times, HTSI magazine.
Financial Times
Episode: Maria Shollenbarger
Mohamed Abdel Khabir
Chief Finance and Operations Officer at EFG Holding
EFG Holding
Episode: My conversation with EFG Holding’s Mohamed Abdel Khabir
Mounir Nakhla
CEO of MNT Halan, discussing his entrepreneurial journey and company expansion.
MNT Halan
Episode: Bonus: Mounir Nakhla on MNT Halan's high-RPM expansion into Turkey, the UAE & Pakistan
Karima El Hakim
Country Director at Plug & Play Egypt and Co-Director of operations in Africa.
Plug & Play
Episode: Karima El Hakim

Host

Malak Fouad
Host of What I Did Next

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 138 ratings
  • Thank you

    Came across this podcast coincidentally and was pleasantly surprised. Malak asks the right questions and brings on inspiring guests. Would love if the episode was longer but all in all, a great show! Thank you for surfacing motivational voices in the region doing incredible things!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ShouYaShou
    United Statesa year ago
  • Brilliant

    Huge fan from Australia since discovering this podcast just a day ago. Have been binge listening since.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    es.84
    Australia4 years ago
  • Lots to learn from this podcast - definitely recommend it.

    What better way to learn and get inspired, than to take a peek into someone’s personal journey? What I Did Next gives us a seat at the table with people who have listened to their hearts and followed their passions, these are some good stories! Malak is a gracious interviewer, and each episode makes you feel like you just sat in on a really interesting conversation. You will walk away with a new book to read, maybe film to watch, and always something to think about. Highly recommend it! 🌟

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ~Hana
    United States4 years ago
  • Love this podcast!

    I don’t miss a single episode and always look forward to the next one. The guests are such interesting and inspiring people with fascinating stories, and Malak is such an engaging host! Highly recommend this podcast to everyone.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ZBaqir
    United States4 years ago
  • Game Changer

    Malak Fouad delivers an inspirational and entertaining range of talks that dig deeper behind the headlines and the amazing people who shape them. Finally, the topics you need and want with real relevance to the region. Hannah Rashdan

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hannah Rashdan
    United States4 years ago

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Listeners praise Malak's probing questions and inspirational guests.
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Abdel Wahed El Wakil on the evolution of architecture
Q: You've spoken about yourself as being a dissident in the field of architecture. What did you mean by that?
He explains that he doesn't conform to modernity's trends but believes in contemporaneity, which respects timeless universal principles.
Abdel Wahed El Wakil on the evolution of architecture
Q: What was it about the traditional way of building that appealed to you?
El Wakil expresses a lifelong passion for Japanese architecture and explains how traditional structures resonate with cultural values and aesthetic integrity.
Abdel Wahed El Wakil
Q: What worries you about the future of architecture?
He expresses concern that we're creating a world without spiritual depth, focusing too much on material advancement without balance.
Abdel Wahed El Wakil
Q: What is the purpose of architecture?
Abdel Wahed explains that architecture constructs space and influences our interaction with the external world, affecting our character and development.
My conversation with EFG Holding’s Mohamed Abdel Khabir
Q: How do you navigate the different environments when it comes to regulation?
Mohamed explains that navigating regulation is one of the toughest challenges in the finance industry, emphasizing collaboration with regulators and adapting strategies to fit various markets.

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What is What I Did Next about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A thoughtful interview series that centers life-changing journeys and the human side of success, failure, and reinvention. Across episodes, topics span architecture, cinema, food, travel, fintech, sustainability, and technology in the Middle East, with a focus on personal resilience, cultural heritage, and regional development. The host cultivates intimate conversations that reveal craft, leadership lessons, and the social context shaping ambitious projects, making it a compelling listen for professionals seeking authentic storytelling and practical insights from regionally influential figures.

A notable strength is the breadth of guests who combine deep expertise with engaging personal narratives, from architects and producers to founders... more

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