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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!

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Latest Episodes

Hazem Barakat, co-founder and Chairman of B Investments, joins me on the show to talk about the personal turning points that shape how he leads and lives, and the realities of private equity in Egypt. On Part 1, we talk about moving to the US at 16, ... more

Award-winning anchor, journalist and author Hala Gorani returns to the show to talk about returning to field reporting and the future of journalism & independent media.

Hala also catches me up on what she’s been up to since I first spoke to her in ... more

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We’re continuing my conversation with Suzanne Zeidy and Rawah Badrawi, he co-authors of a new book Egypt: Recipes and Stories from an Ancient Land.

On this episode, Suzanne and Rawah tell me about their life’s pivots, marriage, children and friendsh... more

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I’m joined today by Suzanne Zeidy and Rawah Badrawi, the co-authors of a new book Egypt: Recipes and Stories from an Ancient Land, which is part travelogue and part culinary journey. They also happen to be two of my closest friends!

On Part 1 of our... more

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Recent Guests

Hala Gorani
Veteran international journalist
NBC News, formerly CNN
Episode: Encore: Hala Gorani
Suzanne Zeidy
Half Egyptian, half American; co-creator of La Bodega and Cilantro in Cairo
La Bodega, Cilantro (Egypt)
Episode: Suzanne Zeidy & Rawah Badrawi on their life’s pivots
Rawah Badrawi
Kuwaiti-Egyptian, financier turned author and public figure; co-author on a life-story project
Book project (life story)
Episode: Suzanne Zeidy & Rawah Badrawi on their life’s pivots
Karim Mekhtigian
Co-founder of Alchemy and Tamara Haus collaborator
Alchemy / Tamara Haus
Episode: Karim Mekhtigian & Mohamed Fares on building a brand that became a movement
Mohamed Fares
Co-founder of Alchemy and Tamara Haus collaborator
Alchemy / Tamara Haus
Episode: Karim Mekhtigian & Mohamed Fares on building a brand that became a movement
Ramy Adeeb
Founder and managing partner at 1984 Ventures
1984 Ventures
Episode: Encore: Ramy Adeeb
Dina Sherif
Entrepreneur and thought leader focused on growth and development in Africa and the Middle East
Entrepreneurship advocate/author
Episode: Dina H. Sherif on entrepreneurship as a national competitiveness strategy
Karim Moussa
Co-CEO of EFG Hermes Buy-Side; Head of private equity and Asset Management; CEO of Vortex Energy
EFG Hermes; Vortex Energy
Episode: Karim Moussa
Youssef Salem
CFO of ADNOC Drilling
ADNOC Drilling
Episode: Youssef Salem

Host

Malak Fouad
Host of What I Did Next; engages guests across business, culture, and technology with a focus on regional impact.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 141 ratings
  • Loved the interview with Tim Marshall

    I am new to this podcast. I looked for a podcast with Tim Marshall as I am currently really enjoying one of his books.

    The interview drew out Tim’s humour and was a really interesting conversation which really gave me a sense of the man, his personal journey into journalism and what he is interested in.

    Brilliant!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JackieALawlor
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • 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 States2 years 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

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Guests describe the show as a platform for authentic, practical stories with regional resonance.
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Encore: Hala Gorani
Q: What are the biggest challenges you see for the industry going forward?
Monetization remains hard for freelancers; AI-facilitated fabrication is a growing risk; the shift to independent platforms and video-first strategies is necessary to sustain journalism, and there is optimism about collective platforms built by experienced journalists.
Encore: Hala Gorani
Q: How did reporting from the field differ after leaving CNN and moving into freelance work?
Freelance field work rekindled the hands-on beat she loved, with a switch from anchor to reporter allowing more direct engagement with stories, especially in Gaza where access was restricted; she highlights the value of on-the-ground collaboration and the use of open-source tools.
Encore: Hala Gorani
Q: Tell me about that. That's impressive. That's hard.
The guest explains the appeal of writing fiction alongside journalism, noting that fiction offers creative freedom without the constraint of fact-checking, while journalism remains a calling she cannot give up. She emphasizes the discipline required to write full-time for several months to produce a draft.
Karim Mekhtigian & Mohamed Fares on building a brand that became a movement
Q: What inspired the evolution from Alchemy into a broader experiential ecosystem?
The evolution grew organically from a commitment to design as a holistic discipline—spanning architecture, furniture, lighting, exhibitions, and eventually hospitality—driven by a desire to create spaces that tell stories, honor memory, and cultivate a community that learns and grows together.
Karim Mekhtigian & Mohamed Fares on building a brand that became a movement
Q: What is Tamara Haus?
Tamara Haus is a four-floor, mixed-use destination that combines a bank-turned-design hub, a department store, a gym called The Vault, and a space for designers; it serves as a living platform for creative industries and aims to engage the new generation with experiences that connect downtown Cairo to a broader, global narrative.

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Frequently Asked Questions About What I Did Next

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

This show centers on personal journeys that intertwine regional context with entrepreneurship, leadership, and creativity across the Middle East. Episodes frequently feature founders, investors, researchers, and cultural leaders who discuss how ambition, resilience, and collaboration drive growth in emerging markets, with a notable emphasis on AI, technology, and private sector development. A standout thread is the blend of intimate life stories with practical business and policy insights, often linked to regional ecosystem building, education, and innovation. The format tends to be candid, with guests sharing career pivots, missteps, and forward-looking strategies, making it useful for listeners seeking inspiration, real-world benchmarks, ... more

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1. Hala Gorani
2. Suzanne Zeidy
3. Rawah Badrawi
4. Karim Mekhtigian
5. Mohamed Fares
6. Ramy Adeeb
7. Dina Sherif
8. Karim Moussa

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