Laura Dunn Explores HSBC Qatar’s Partnership Driving Community Change
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- The podcast discusses the British Council's impact on global growth and features a guest from HSBC talking about their partnership with the British Council and community engagement efforts.
- HSBC has a unique position in the market to support business segments and make banking easier for startup companies, with a focus on community engagement and collaboration with the British Council, particularly through initiatives like the UK alumni award.
EP42: In The Game Live with Islam Sallam & Karen Preston
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- Podcast host excitedly shares that the podcast had 12,000 views, introduces upcoming episodes on triathlons and food, and discusses the inclusivity and challenges of triathlons, including different distances and the demanding Iron Man competition. • Different triathlon distances include super sprint, sprint, Olympic, and half/middle distance, with varying swimming, cycling, and running components • The discussion revolves around the challenges and strategies of transitioning from swimming to biking in a triathlon, including the need for speed, applying rules correctly, avoiding mistakes, and ensuring proper timing in the transition area.
- Discussion about quickly transitioning in a triathlon, with a personal anecdote of forgetting a shirt during a swimming event and the importance of determination in learning how to swim for participation.
In The Game with Jason Stephens - Lecturer at University Campus Of Football Business
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- Guest shares personal story of getting involved in professional sports, influenced by tragic loss of parents, childhood social circle, and love for football; played in FA Cup match against Newcastle legends, highlighting experience and challenges of playing at a higher level.
- The guest shares their journey and recent roles including working with a sports business program at Wembley Stadium and merging with a women's team, resulting in successful experiences and partnerships in international football.
EP39: In The Game Live with Marco Bindernagel & Osita Nwandu
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- Introduction to the podcast episode about golf, with the host expressing gratitude to frontline workers, followed by the guests, a branding consultant and a business development and marketing director, sharing their passion for golf and discussing a hypothetical golf game scenario.
- Discussion about the different strategies and experiences with golf, including a first-time golfer's initial struggles and eventual passion for the sport, as well as banter and compliments on swing techniques from fellow players.
EP38: In The Game Live with Islam Sallam & Karen Preston
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- The guests discuss their backgrounds in sports and fitness
- They talk about basic exercises for beginners to do at home without equipment
EP37: In The Game Live with the Founder & CEO of Dowlisport
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- Founder of a company called Doli Sports, launched an app called ASAP for stadium services, idea originated during MBA in Spain, faced challenges and ups and downs but remained persistent in pursuing the business opportunity.
- Cubic, a business incubation center in Qatar, offers a 10-week startup lean program that provides mentorship, seed funding, and support to help develop viable business ideas for both expats and locals in the country.
EP35: Using Modern Technology to Enhance Traditional Sports Experience
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- The guest discusses being the founder and CEO of a sports technology company, describing the journey of being selected by Qatar Sports Tech among 700 companies worldwide to participate in their incubation program.
- Started as a team of four people in the sport technology field and grew to 18, developing unique technologies worldwide.
EP34: The Value of Magnifying the Potentials of the Youth during the Early Stages
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- Former Olympic gold medalist shares his inspiring journey, including overcoming hair loss as a child and being a hero for Britain at the Olympics
- Discussion of personal challenges faced in childhood, including hair loss and dyslexia, and the transformative impact of competitive swimming on the individual's life, leading to involvement in sports-related charity work and positive outcomes for youth sports.
EP33: Discovering the World of Two Wheels
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- The guest, a former computer engineer and ex-officer, is now pursuing a career in adventure motorcycling, having traveled to 82 countries with a goal to reach 100 by 2020.
- The guest shares how their grandfather's advice to chase dreams, even if they seem out of reach like the stars, inspired them to overcome challenges and leave their comfort zone in pursuing their journeys and tasks.
EP32: The Rush & Wonder of Playing Electronic Sports
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- The guest discusses the growth of esports, considers it a form of electronic sports likened to chess, mentions major tournaments happening globally and investors showing interest in the industry. Esports have grown into a competitive industry with tournaments, streaming platforms, and governmental recognition, leading to the creation of federations, national teams, and leagues similar to traditional sports.
- ESports has become a lucrative field with players earning millions of dollars through tournaments, sponsorships, and team transfers, with prize pools reaching up to 250 million dollars for certain games. • The person got into esports in Qatar after holding a console for the first time in 1997 and playing FIFA 97, organizing a successful tournament that led to the idea of renting out a gaming lounge for future events.
EP30:Advocacy to Champion and Support Athletes with "This-Ability"
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- The speaker is the founder of a meetup called Big B Meetup, focusing on sports, wellness, sustainability, and championing people who are differently-abled, with plans for a future special edition event in Paris celebrating the cultural year of Qatar and France.
- The guest is recognized for their commitment to helping others in their community across nine different countries.
EP26: Exceeding The Limitation To Chase Your Passion
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- Guests discuss their participation in the Qatar East West 90k ultra run, an annual event where participants run 90 kilometers from one side of the country to the other, with over 200 runners expected to join this year.
- Overcame a spinal cord injury through intensive rehabilitation after being active in sports, eventually participating in a unique race involving wheelchair categories with a catcher car concept, which sparked a passion for wheelchair racing leading to participation in marathons.
EP28: Rock-Climbing as Passion That Develops Strengths
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- A guest on the podcast discusses his journey to Qatar and involvement with the only rock climbing company in the country, highlighting the start of the rock climbing scene in Doha by a Spanish group.
- Discussion of a climbing community-led by a company offering courses for both adults and kids, emphasizing inclusivity and safety measures for beginners to join the group. Rock climbing focuses on utilizing lower body strength to initiate moves rather than relying solely on upper body strength, making it suitable for individuals of all fitness levels as they can start with easy routes and gradually progress at their own pace, emphasizing enjoyment in the process rather than reaching the top.
EP27: Sprinting Towards Your Goals In Your Own Speed
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- The guest, a specialist 800-meter runner from Qatar, shares his journey from starting at a local club to competing in international championships, including the IWF World Championships.
- Discusses winning a special medal in the 2017 Asiangames indoor 800m event with mixed feelings and excitement, prepares for the IAF World Championships in Qatar with a tough qualification process and emphasizes the importance of strategy in the 800m race.
EP25: The Managing Director of Startupboothcamp
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- The guest is the managing director of a sports tech program in Qatar, facilitating collaboration between startups and corporate entities in the sports tech industry.
- The speaker played football at a high level in the Netherlands before starting a company to help corporates become more innovative through productization of services, which led to an opportunity in Qatar to work on innovations for the World Cup.
EP24: Believing In The Potentials of the Physically-Impaired
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- The guest introduces herself as Kathleen Bates and discusses her focus on inclusive sports in Doha, providing sports opportunities for individuals with disabilities, including swimming classes and scuba diving lessons. Empowering individuals with disabilities to participate in activities like scuba diving through innovative teaching methods and focusing on ability rather than disability.
- The guest is passionate about creating inclusive environments in sports for people around the world, including those who may feel left out, and is looking for volunteers to help coach young kids with special needs in sports activities.
EP23: Creating Experiential Ecosystems For The Sports Community
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- Guest from a company specializing in flag production discusses their work creating visually brand awareness for stadiums and events in Qatar, including the production of Qatar flags and preparations for National Day.
- The company plans for events by working with major sporting organizers, spending about four weeks on preparation and artwork, with a focus on speedy printing and installation processes to ensure timely delivery to clients, running operations 24/7 to meet client needs and provide reassurance to their team.
EP22: The excitement of being involved in Diverse Sports
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- Diverse sports company specializes in obstacle course races and is hosting its third installment on November 30th in Aspire Park, Qatar, open to all fitness levels and offering different categories including female, male, teams, and Masters (45 years and older).
- Organizers have seen diverse registrations over the years, emphasizing inclusivity and driving women's participation, aiming to create a community-centered event with activities for all family members.
EP21: Inspiring People To Become Game Changers
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- The podcast features a special guest who runs an organization called Game Changers that focuses on using principles of behavioral sciences to gain insight into human behavior, motivations, and incentives.
- Discussion on improving performance through changing thinking patterns, actions, and achieving results, with an emphasis on the challenge of changing ingrained habits. Understanding the connection between emotions, feelings, and physiology can significantly impact one's thinking, actions, and results; taking control of one's physiology can lead to achieving desired outcomes. The importance of physiology in performance improvement across various aspects of life, such as relationships or sports, emphasizing the impact of small changes like breathing techniques or physical activities on overall performance and success.
EP20: Taking Us To The World Of Equestrianism
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- Deputy Secretary General of the Qatar Equestrian Federation and Technical Advisor shares his background starting in 2005 with the Equestrian Federation of Pakistan, transitioning to work with Qatar's federation, and upcoming international competitions.
- The guest's love for horses was passed down through his family, starting with his father and eldest brother's involvement in riding. His passion for horses began at a young age and eventually turned into his profession, leading him to pursue polo and tent pegging, which have a significant historical background in Pakistan.
EP19: Involving People In Sports Through Inspiring Stories
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- A guest discusses his involvement with the supreme committee and the South African community in Qatar, highlighting the close relationship with the South African embassy for events and initiatives.
- Drawing parallels between helping South Africa prepare for the 2010 World Cup and assisting Qatar in preparations for the 2022 World Cup, mentioning the importance of proving naysayers wrong and the positive progress observed.
EP18: How Fate Brought Him To Rugby & The Olympics
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- Qatars first sports podcast, featuring personalities from the sports world, including a South African rugby player discussing the upcoming World Cup and his experiences in Qatar.
- Discussion about the power of sport to unify people, provide hope during tough times, and create relatable and inspirational figures, particularly in the context of a specific sports team and their achievements, including their participation in the Olympics.
EP16: World Championship Endurance Rider
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- The guest on the podcast is an endurance horse rider and the first Arab female rider to reach the World Championships, having broken multiple records in races ranging from 80 to 230 kilometers. She emphasizes the importance of understanding and building trust with the horse rather than using force.
- Guest shares how her passion for horses led to her overcoming stereotypes and challenges in the horse riding world, eventually achieving success in races through determination and training.
EP15: Finding Positivity In Life's Adversity
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- Guest is a golfer with a 1 handicap who played for the national team and works at a sports city in Doha with state-of-the-art facilities, sharing a story of how they got involved in golf at a young age through school activities.
- The guest qualified for the Qatar Masters as an amateur through a local qualifier, which was a good experience, and emphasized the importance of focusing on one shot at a time in golf.
EP56: The Sports Broadcaster
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- The sports broadcaster from Kenya shares about growing up watching football with their dad who supported Arsenal, while they chose to support the same local team but a different international team. They discuss the popularity of English Premier League teams like Arsenal and Manchester United in Kenya, with a significant Liverpool fan base as well.
- Growing up, the speaker developed a love for football through their father's explanations of the sport's rules and tactics, eventually extending their interest to Formula One racing and expressing a desire to attend the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. The speaker appreciates Netflix's "Drive to Survive" series for shedding light on mid-table teams and drivers in Formula One, countering the perception that motorsport is only for the wealthy, and believing that with infrastructure investment and combating corruption, Africa has the potential to host a Formula One Grand Prix and produce Formula One drivers.
EP54: The Mental Performance Coach
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- The guest reflects on their basketball journey which started when they were 11 years old, highlighting the influence of their PE teacher who was also the England under-17s basketball coach and their experience in school tournaments. The speaker shares their experience of improving in basketball over the years, from winning a national school championship to being included in the England squad, despite initially being considered an underdog.
- The speaker faced disappointment and frustration when not initially selected for teams due to age eligibility, but eventually became the second most valuable player in an international basketball tournament, highlighting the importance of their unique approach and skills.
EP53: Qatar Sports Tech Hackathon | Top Three Finishers of Startupbootcamp
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- A Qatar sports tech hackathon took place with participants pitching ideas for utilizing wearables in professional team sports, improving accessibility in sporting events, and integrating augmented reality in a phone application for the FIFA 2022 World Cup.
- Guest shares excitement about winning a competition and praises the organization, support, and mentorship received during their first virtual hackathon experience, despite facing challenges and adapting their original idea to remain innovative. Two teams discussed their experience at a competition where they unexpectedly won second place, sharing how they came together as a team and were honored to have participated among professionals. One team member highlighted starting to learn coding during the pandemic, mentioning a free course offered by a website which led them to develop a project about wearables for the hackathon.
EP51: Meet the President of Delhi FA
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- Guest is the president of Football Association in Delhi and works as a consultant with various sports organizations, including FIFA and the International Cricket Council. Enjoyed spending time with family during the pandemic and found inspiration in football from a young age despite growing up in a remote area. • The guest discusses their journey of starting to play football at the age of eight in an area where football was promoted by the tea garden management and shares the progression of sports like cricket and hockey in India leading up to their role as the president of the Football Association in Delhi. Established a successful football organization in Delhi after noticing the lack of structure and support in the city, focusing on inclusivity and providing equal opportunities for both boys and girls, growing to have nine full-time staff, over ten sponsor partners, and organizing more than 2000 matches, including the largest grassroots league in India.
- The speaker expresses belief that India could become a dominant force in football due to historical successes, increasing participation, government support, hosting international events, and ongoing initiatives to improve the structure and governance of football in the country.
EP:49: In The Game with Dr Paul Osei-Owusu Part 1
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- The podcast episode features special guests who discuss topics related to explosive strength and conditioning, sharing personal stories and connections in a conversation about sports and health.
- The guests on the podcast are examples of individuals who dedicate their lives to helping others achieve their goals in sports, providing encouragement and inspiration through their own talents and experiences.
EP48: Running From North to South of Qatar in 28 Hours
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- Discussion about the decision to pursue endurance running, including challenges and preparation for long distances, laughter over previous experiences, and reactions to the idea of running 220 kilometers in 28 hours.
- The runner decided to take on a challenging 217-kilometer race called Badwater, known as the toughest run in the world, after being inspired by videos on YouTube and a previous 90-kilometer run they completed. They found joy and fulfillment in running, even with the grueling duration of the race, experiencing immense support from a dedicated team throughout. • Preparing for the run involved fueling up with more carbs, such as spaghetti, three days in advance, transitioning to sports gels, fruits, and energy bars during the race, and resorting to cola for a boost in the final 40 kilometers.
EP47: The Media Journey in the Sports Industry
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- The speaker grew up in a compound in Japan and spent the first 17 years of their life there, attending school with the same friends from nursery to university. They initially got into sports to lose weight, starting with endurance sports like triathlons and later finding a passion for martial arts, specifically Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. They developed this interest in sports after overcoming bacterial meningitis at around eight years old.
- The guest discusses their childhood experiences of being overweight due to health issues and feeling left out from friends, leading them to focus on sports and exercise. They emphasize the importance of intrinsic motivation and gradual progress for overweight children to become more active. Create an environment for children that satisfies their needs for autonomy, competence, and relatedness to develop self-determined motivation in exercising.
EP46: Give The Best We Can Even When It Hurts
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- The guest works for a campaign fighting against racism and discrimination in English football, sharing his personal journey of initially aspiring to be a professional footballer but facing rejection and challenges along the way. Experiencing challenges and lack of support led to a passion for coaching and mentoring young people in football, providing a sense of fulfillment and giving back.
- The speaker reflects on their coaching journey and takes pride in positively influencing the lives of players, helping them through difficult times and believing in their dreams. They emphasize the importance of the relationships formed and the impact on the players' lives even beyond football, expressing joy in seeing them grow into good parents and successful adults.
EP45: The Amazing Story and Journey of Radzi
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- The guest is a television presenter from the UK who transitioned from being a failed Winter Olympian to a successful career in presenting, including involvement in movies like Kung Fu Panda 3 due to work on a popular British show called Blue Peter. • Discusses the excitement and unique experiences of being part of a large-scale movie production and compares it to the focus and dedication needed for presenting and other professional endeavors; reflects on the satisfaction and privilege of working with talented individuals in the industry.
- The speaker was born in Oxford and discusses their various regional influences, including their mother being from Scotland, father from Zimbabwe, and experiences living in Manchester, London, and Loughborough.
EP44: A Story On How To Inspire A Country To Play Golf
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- Celebrating Ladies Golf Day through virtual events globally, featuring Yasmine, a professional golfer, sharing how she accidentally started playing golf at age 11 and ended up pursuing it as a hobby and eventually joining the Qatar Golf Association.
- Guest shares excitement and passion for golf and marketing, discussing involvement in the industry for the past 20 years and efforts to encourage more women to take up golf in Qatar through collaborations with various organizations and schools. Facilities and promotions available at Golf Education City in Qatar encourage more people, including families and children, to learn and play golf, with a focus on inclusivity and accessibility, making it a successful initiative in introducing the sport to the community.
EP43: World's Women's Golf Day 2020
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- Guest shared about her experience as the winning captain of the Solheim Cup in 2019, highlighting it as a career pinnacle even over winning the Women's British Open.
- Michael, the general manager at an acclaimed golf club, discusses his journey in the golf industry, from being a teacher to a general manager with international experience, leading him to the opportunity in Qatar where he managed the golf club to host prominent events.
EP70: In The Game Live with Dr Paul Osei-Owusu Part 3
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- The guest discusses being busy with homeschooling, adjusting to life in Qatar, and enjoying the facilities there, including the parks and sports amenities.
- The guest has a background in sports, research, coaching, and a PhD in automotive engineering; during his PhD, someone joked that he was the most qualified gym instructor in the world.
EP69: Dir. Breakthrough Football Academy and U18s West Ham
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- The guest, a football coach and former player from the UK, has a background in women's football and shared her experiences playing for a local team and progressing to the Arsenal Ladies Academy.
- Football at Millwall is seen as an essential part of the community, with die-hard fans considering it a religion and identity; in the past, the club operated on a voluntary, parent-led basis before becoming more professional, with players now receiving pay in the Women's Super League.
EP68: The Founder & CEO of Sports Connect Africa
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- Guest from Kenya, CEO of a sports consultancy focused on connecting stakeholders in Africa to develop the sports space, passionate about finding African solutions and collaborating globally; Started her sports journey at a young age, influenced by living in the same neighborhood as a successful Kenyan coach, won races against older friends and received medals, inspired to pursue sports and break records.
- The guest's upbringing in sports and admiration for a coach led to the creation of a company focused on creating opportunities for young athletes in Africa due to lack of platforms at the highest level.
EP66: Meet the Founder of Bescouted.Football
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- A 15-year-old football player has created an app called be scouted, which allows aspiring footballers to upload footage of themselves to showcase their talents to clubs, agents, and scouts.
- Discussion about frustrations with personal football career leading to creation of app connecting players with scouts, streamlining recruitment process and providing scouts with visual representations before in-person viewing to aid player evaluation.
EP64: Fitness Yoga
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- The guest talks about participating in a half marathon as part of their training plan with the Doha Running Club, mentioning the good weather conditions and running with a group of 20-25 people. They discuss how some runners prefer to talk while others remain in their zone during long runs, and how they focus on keeping their heart rate low and pace steady while also finding distractions like conversations to take their mind off the pain during the run.
- Running focus on heart rate, pace, and form, while group workouts for social connection and recharge, open to all levels of runners at the Doha Bay Running Club. • Discussion about the social aspect of running with a group, finding support, advice, and motivation from fellow runners, and the challenges faced by one individual doing seven half ironman races in seven consecutive days, dealing with extreme heat and humidity.
EP63: The Iron Man
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- The guest discusses their participation in an ultra triathlon event held in Qatar, detailing the challenging course which included running, cycling, and swimming, and emphasizes the camaraderie among the participants in the sports community.
- The guest discusses the training and challenges involved in preparing for a half Ironman triathlon, which includes swimming, cycling, and running, as well as the extreme conditions of the race.
EP61: The Boxing coach
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- Guest discusses how he got into boxing, inspired by his father and starting with gymnastics, judo, martial arts, then focusing on boxing, eventually moving to the UK and taking sports more seriously with a small science diploma, enjoying coaching and fighting in both boxing and MMA. The stress of preparing for a fight can be overwhelming, especially for first-time fighters, as the pressure of performing in front of others can be daunting. However, with experience and time, the stress can be managed but still remains a significant aspect of the sport, requiring mental resilience in addition to physical training.
- The speaker met someone in the UK who was interested in boxing, not MMA, and they decided to work together. The person eventually moved back to Qatar, pursued boxing seriously, and transitioned from amateur to professional boxing with the help of the speaker, who relocated the boxing club from the UK to Qatar.
EP60: Cricket Team Qatar
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- Young individuals representing Qatar in cricket share their stories of moving to Qatar with their families and the influence of their fathers in their passion for and success in the sport.
- Fathers prioritize pushing their children in both education and cricket, with education being the main focus before university, while cricket follows closely behind. Role models include parents and favorite sports players, such as a Sri Lankan cricketer and Messi, who motivate their pursuit in sports. Started playing cricket at ages six and eight, primarily focusing on cricket despite dabbling in other sports. Training extensively in cricket is crucial at their level, with a specific emphasis on their individual training routines.
EP58: Meet the Chiropractor
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- Special guest shares her journey of becoming a chiropractor inspired by her father’s positive experience with chiropractic care for back issues, highlighting the rewarding and fulfilling aspect of her job specializing in treating sports people.
- Sports people and weekend warriors often suffer challenging injuries that require maintenance care, including regular checkups and adjustments to ensure proper spine function and mobility, similar to dental care, which can provide long-lasting relief and improvement in mobility and pain relief, with some individuals experiencing quick results from a single treatment.
EP57: CrossFit HAYA Qatar
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- The guest transitions from working in the IT industry to pursuing a passion for fitness, specifically crossfit, eventually opening their own gym after seeking advice and support from the host.
- The speaker had a limited budget and no financial background, but pursued their dream of starting a CrossFit business, showing commitment and perseverance in making it a reality.
EP14: The Startup Entrepreneur
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- Guest on the podcast shares his background in sports, growing up playing in Kuwait, New York City, Madrid, and now in Doha, emphasizing the passion and impact of sports on his life.
- The guest discussed how their mentality completely changed when competing in sports, expressing a strong aversion to losing and a drive to win at all costs. They shared their experience transitioning from playing sports in the USA to training in Spain, highlighting the cultural differences and challenges they faced, such as language barriers.
EP13: Ultra Endurance, Lifestyle and the Pain Barrier
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- The guest shares their background working in Qatar for over a decade, their passion for endurance sports, and their definition of ultra endurance as a mental challenge rather than just physical distance.
- The discussion centers around challenging oneself to change mindset and behavior by looking inwards, examining learned behaviors and beliefs from childhood, and approaching situations from a different perspective, emphasizing the importance of developing discipline, consistency, and self-accountability. This shift in mindset is seen as essential for personal growth and success, applicable not just in sports but in all aspects of life.
EP12: Work Hard Play Hard
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- The guest is a fitness coach with a background in football who works in Qatar, managing fitness for a sports club and a sports company, focusing on improving players' performance and preventing injuries through strength and conditioning programs.
- Emphasizing the importance of balancing pushing players to upper levels in training to reduce injury risks, suggesting that playing multiple sports can help prevent injuries and discussing the positive impact of physical activity on overall well-being.
EP11: Architecture within Sports
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- Guest discusses being an ambassador for a concept called "beyond sustainability" in architecture, emphasizing the importance of designing structures that facilitate movement and human metabolism, citing a project in Melbourne as an example.
- Building designed with the concept of speed and energy, aiming to go beyond sustainability and mimic a tree-like structure to generate energy for a sports stadium environment.
EP10: Qatar's First Lady Boxer
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- The guest is the first female boxer in Qatar, inspired by watching legends like Muhammad Ali on TV since she was young, and overcame challenges such as dyslexia to pursue her passion for boxing.
- A boxing coach played a significant role in helping the individual understand and overcome their struggles related to dyslexia through specialized training and exams, ultimately leading to a better understanding of themselves and their coordination differences.
EP9: Football Meets Passion
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- The guest expresses gratitude for the host's support on LinkedIn and credits the host for introducing them to key contacts that led to career opportunities.
- The guest is praised for inspiring others on LinkedIn and helping people progress in their careers; they credit their team for their success in their multiple leadership roles within football organizations and mention studying for a doctorate in business administration.
EP8: Amazing Golf Club in Education City
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- Discussion about the Education City Golf Club being a special place with a focus on sustainability, changing perceptions of golf as an exclusive sport, offering various courses and top-notch facilities, and the excitement and amazement expressed by the speaker.
- The golf facility offers unique products including an 18-hole championship course, a six-hole course to be floodlit, and a busy nine-hole par 3 course with advanced coaching facilities like biomechanics and potting labs.
EP6: Developing A Sports Culture
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- The speaker transitioned from a career in real estate to founding a successful sports academy in Qatar, primarily serving tenants living on compounds, which grew rapidly within two years to become the second biggest sports academy in the area.
- Emphasizing community benefit and financial mindfulness in business operations, focusing on providing affordable services and reinventing business models to resonate with the community and attract customers, particularly in a challenging economic climate. Emphasize the importance of focusing on value over profit in the marketplace, highlighting the entrepreneurial mindset of being willing to take risks and make a difference.
EP5: Meet Qatar Ladies Athletic Champion
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- Discussion on the pressure and expectations of representing a nation in athletics, emphasizing the importance of dedication, hard work, and patience in achieving dreams and success, despite the sacrifices and challenges involved. Consistent daily training is essential for achieving goals in sports, with hard work and effort being key elements to reaching one's dreams. Training can be physically and emotionally taxing, pushing individuals to their limits. Enduring pain and overcoming the pain barrier are universal experiences in sports, requiring immense effort and dedication. Mental preparation before competitions involves focusing on the task at hand and mentally preparing oneself for the challenge ahead.
- Feeling pressure in competitions is seen as a responsibility to prove oneself and show improvement, thanking coaches for their support and motivation is important, progress is measured by improved timing rather than just winning first place. Showing dedication and hard work behind the scenes is essential despite how it may be perceived on social media. Athletes prioritize constant improvement, mental preparation, and self-motivation before competition to perform well on track. • Discussion about the detailed and intense training required for the 400-meter hurdles event, highlighting the importance of the starting block, stride pattern, pacing, and hurdles technique. The conversation touched on the challenge of hurdling, the appreciation for the complexity of the sport, discussing overcoming obstacles as a woman and Arab coach, and the importance of proving existence and capabilities in the world.
EP4: Captain of the Qatar National Women’s Basketball Team
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- The guest initially wanted to play volleyball, but started playing basketball after being scouted due to her height, despite reluctance from her family due to cultural norms.
- Parenting dynamics and community support have played a significant role in the guest's personal and professional journey in a foreign country, leading to gradual transformations and positive experiences.
EP3: App That Brings Sports People Together
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- Qatar's sports tech business has partnered with a sports program supported by a sports academy and has gained funding and access to various companies in the industry.
- The app discussed in the podcast connects sports enthusiasts to games in their local area, allowing users to find and join games as players or organizers, and offers features such as tracking numbers, payment options, chat groups, and reservable patches, with a focus on streamlining the sports experience for users. The guest's passion for team sports and their childhood success in badminton led them to create a sports-related app, overcoming initial skepticism and challenges to develop a successful product with a dedicated team.
EP2: General Manager Of Burrda Sports
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- Guest comes from a sports company in the Middle East, shared their journey to Qatar, and discussed work experiences, challenges adapting to Qatar's pace, and efforts to revamp the company's branding and initiatives.
- The person started their involvement in sports from a young age, playing multiple sports competitively in school, being involved in their passion, which led to a career in the sports industry through an opportunity with a company they had previously been sponsored by.
EP1: Making A Difference In The Sports Industry
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- Guest shares their background as a Greek American who became involved in sports through a unique opportunity to work for the Olympics in Greece, despite initially having a career in banking and project management.
- Experience in various industries led to involvement in sports event management, highlighting the comprehensive nature of sports projects and the diverse range of roles and responsibilities involved.
EP75: Qatar Sports Tech Innovative Women of Qatar Virtual Hackathon
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- A recent event, the Qatar Sports Tech Innovation Women of Qatar Virtual Hackathon, was mentioned, with shoutouts given to various organizations, mentors, and participants, including the top three teams.
- Participants appreciated mentorship and input that helped turn their ideas into reality at a hackathon, focusing on improving fan experiences at a sports event by providing food served at seats and enhancing app functionality to compete with existing options in the market.
EP74: The CEO and Co-founder of ClassTap
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- Qatar's first sports podcast features a guest who is the co-founder and CEO of a lifestyle company that provides access to fitness classes at various gyms through a single membership and app, targeting individuals who seek variety and flexibility in their workout routine.
- The idea for the fitness platform stemmed from the founders' personal journey through various workout options in Doha, leading them to create a multi-membership platform offering flexibility, variety, and access to specialized studios for customers. • The guest discussed their experience with Qatar Sports Tech (QST) accelerator and investment offer, highlighting the support available for startups in Qatar from various institutions and ministries, emphasizing the growing startup industry in the country.
EP73: One of Europe’s leading Sports Technology Advisors
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- Guest shares their journey from loving various sports to turning pro in golf at 18, but eventually realizing they didn't want to play golf 365 days a year like top professionals do. • The speaker reflects on experiencing immense pressure and scrutiny at a young age, leading to a breakdown and thoughts of suicide, highlighting the importance of therapy and support in their recovery and leading to a passion for helping others in similar situations. • A 25-year-old started a sports management company with a prominent figure in sports administration, focusing on athletes' emotional and mental well-being, providing mentoring and professional support while navigating the challenge of balancing athletes' priorities and needs.
- The guest established a commercial division in sports business, which led to involvement in marketing campaigns; faced challenges in promoting mental well-being for players due to industry resistance and unethical practices from other agencies.
EP72: The Professional Squash Player
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- A squash player and coach shares their journey into the sport, starting at a young age and transitioning to coaching at a renowned academy, highlighting the physical demands and benefits of the game.
- Growing up in a family of squash champions meant intense pressure but also valuable lessons and experiences, with a focus on the mental aspect of the game being crucial for breaking through performance barriers.
EP71: Peter Sharples
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- Guest discusses their lifelong support for Liverpool FC, emphasizing the club's history, success, passionate fan base, and the impact of manager Jurgen Klopp's approach in building long-lasting success.
- Discussion on the benefits of futsal in improving football players' technical skills and the importance of sports, particularly football, to fans during the pandemic and the potential role of sports in the recovery from it.
EP88: Dronur - Contactless Remote Health Monitoring via Drone AI Technology
Summary:
- Introducing a project focused on remote health monitoring, especially in sports medicine, utilizing non-wearable health markers like facial expressions for athletes and professional teams, aiming to quantify emotions behind the game to improve performance and identify injuries, with a drone used to capture emotional markers during training and games.
- A group of innovative doctors developed an idea to combine drone technology with healthcare activities for remote health monitoring, identifying problems in sports, and utilizing AI to analyze facial expressions and improve player performance physically and mentally.
EP87: Golazzos - Sports and E-Sports Platform for Brands and Fans.
Summary:
- A podcast host introduces a guest who is the founder of a company focused on football, named after the exciting outcome of scoring a goal, and discusses the company's journey in addressing the issue of low app usage faced by many brands.
- Company focuses on brand activation through a sports gamification platform, engaging fans with predicting football game outcomes, sharing experiences, and participating in competitions, while rewarding them with prizes, driving brand loyalty and increasing app usage for brands. Startups need to identify real problems in the marketplace and offer solutions that can deliver measurable results, especially in the sports space where brands spend billions on activation activities. Success also relies on having a world-class team to execute and bring a product to market.
EP86: GymStory - The Future of Fitness
Summary:
- A company based in the Netherlands creates a product that tracks fitness activities combining an app and a sensor, aiming to improve workouts in gyms based on the founder's own experience with running and fitness tracking.
- The guest started focusing on fitness at a young age to improve at sports, continued fitness on and off, began using Runkeeper for tracking runs, and eventually transitioned to creating a fitness application after working at a bank and discussing the idea with gym staff.
EP85: Armony - A London-based Sportstech
Summary:
- Guest is the CEO and co-founder of a company that has created the world's first wireless communication system specifically for football teams, addressing the issue of coaches struggling to communicate with players during games and training sessions.
- The guest played for the Jordan national team but had to end their career due to injury at age 21, leading them to become a coach and work with various clubs and football associations.
EP84: GYMCRAFT - Next-Generation Fitness
Summary:
- A new company is merging gaming and fitness to motivate people in their fitness journey by making it more enjoyable and engaging through interactive games on fitness devices, aiming to revolutionize the fitness industry.
- Co-founder with investment background discusses business development strategy for gymcraft, targeting big fitness equipment manufacturers for global sales of a platform offering social, entertainment-focused exa games controlled by fitness devices, catering to the market's huge potential.
EP081: Fancision - A platform where sports fans connect and Play
Summary:
- The podcast features interviews with two individuals who are founders of a startup in Qatar, sharing about their backgrounds as entrepreneurs and the launching of their venture during the pandemic.
- During a crisis like the pandemic, entrepreneurs have the duty to create solutions that can help improve lives, and having a cohesive and diverse team with complementary skills is crucial for success.
EP80: YooMeDoo - The World's Largest Non-professional Football Platform
Summary:
- The guest introduced on the sports podcast is the CEO of a company that has created a football app aimed at helping youth and amateur players achieve their dreams and take care of their bodies.
- The app was created to help discover talented young soccer players in underdeveloped countries and provide them with opportunities to develop their skills through a fantasy gaming system and professional tracking devices.
EP78: FATE Esports - One of the Top Esports Teams and Organizations in the Middle East
Summary:
- A young CEO of an esports team and organization shares their journey from film and cinematography studies in college to venturing into esports in the Middle East, Europe, Asia, and potentially North America.
- The guest had a career in film and video production but decided to focus fully on esports in 2017, despite not being originally interested in it, and has been in the industry for three and a half years, participating in competitions and finding it exciting.
EP77: Andres Aranguibel CEO and Co-founder of HotSwitch
Summary:
- Introduction to the podcast discussing the start of season seven with a guest from a company aimed at changing sports engagement through interactive TV experiences.
- Founders of a company, comprised of immigrants, drew inspiration from their backgrounds to create a fan engagement platform for clients in collaboration with tv networks, promoting interaction within apps to keep users engaged and active.
EP113: Mariama Bukari - Currently Pursuing Sports & Entertainment Management at HBKU
Summary:
- Qatar's first sports podcast focuses on guests' stories in sports, highlighting their highs, lows, laughter, and tears, aiming to provide insights into the challenges they face and their paths to success.
- The guest talks about their childhood love for football and how their father's support allowed them to play the sport freely, including playing with siblings and at school.
EP102: Munawar Spicher - Al-Shams Women Football Club
Summary:
- Host introduces a guest from Pakistan, Munawasha, who started a sports club to provide opportunities for girls in the mountainous region due to lack of resources. The club organized a local football tournament for girls in 2016. A village with a population of more than two thousand encouraged girls to play football, organizing a gender equality football match at the highest altitude in 2019 as a message of peace and equality, despite facing challenges due to lack of resources and sponsorship.
- A local women's football club in a village in Pakistan provides not only football training but also educational sessions, aiming to empower girls to become role models in their community and potentially represent Pakistan internationally.
EP101: Jacque Lambert - Ice Hockey & Comic Book Fanatic Just For Starters
Summary:
- A guest talks about moving from the U.S. to Qatar and his love for sports, highlighting the importance of community in sports and his personal experience with hockey and basketball growing up in Boston. The city of Boston has a strong sports culture, with sports considered the biggest religion. Residents passionately support their baseball, basketball, and hockey teams, forming deep connections through shared sporting experiences and memories. Childhood experiences immersed in sports, especially hockey, can have a lasting influence on individuals.
- Individual shares childhood experience of engaging in hockey and martial arts, despite being a poor hockey player initially, and later excelling due to understanding leverage and strategy in both sports, enduring multiple injuries but maintaining a passion for them.
EP100: Nick Humphries - CEO of Train Effective
Summary:
- The podcast discusses an entrepreneur and sportsman with a fitness app called Train Effective that aims to democratize elite coaching to the masses.
- The speaker initially had two passions while growing up in Australia: sports and entrepreneurship. They never saw football as a potential career until moving to Budapest at the age of 15, where the local team's passion for the sport inspired them.
EP99: Paul Osei-Owusu - Former Semi-professional Athlete & Coach
Summary:
- The podcast is about Qatar's first sports podcast with a host named Steve Mackey and a guest discussing barriers preventing people from physical activity and how to overcome them.
- Discussion about motivation and time management when it comes to maintaining physical activity and exercise routines, with the focus on overcoming barriers such as lack of time and prioritizing health and fitness despite daily responsibilities.
EP97: The Modern Football Group
Summary:
- A sports podcast in Qatar is welcoming students from a football business university to talk about their involvement in the world of football business, with one student sharing their passion for sports and football from a young age and their interest in pursuing a career in football business.
- One guest discusses their childhood experience with football and how they found a passion for business, leading them to join a university program, while another guest shares their lifelong love for football and attraction to the business side of the sport, eventually leading them to ucfb.
EP96: Be an academic? All I wanted to do was play sports!
Summary:
- The host welcomes a guest to Qatar's first sports podcast and interviews the guest about his journey into sports, mentioning his family's influence and his passion for basketball over football due to knee problems. • Growing up in an African country, the guest led a simple life focused on enjoying activities with friends like playing sports and music, due to the lack of TV and other distractions; they discovered their love for basketball and honed their skills through daily practice, eventually achieving success at the national level.
- The guest played basketball in various countries while focusing on education and sports, naturally taking on the role of captain to motivate the team and form a supportive sports family environment.
EP95: Sports always shows the way with Natalia Mikhalchenkova
Summary:
- Guest shares her background in sports, starting with gymnastics, then karate, basketball, and later transitioning to volleyball after being inspired by the Russian national team during the 2004 Olympic Games in Beijing.
- The guest discusses their early involvement in gymnastics and how it taught them discipline and competitiveness through individual sports, leading to a foundation of hard work and dedication for the rest of their life.
EP94: It's always for the good of the game with the wonderful Dr. Kamilla
Summary:
- Podcast episode features guests discussing their background involving sports and their journey in Qatar, including experiences during apartheid and the importance of sport in their lives.
- Interest in exercise physiology and sports psychology led to working on the bid for the 2004 Olympic Games in South Africa, sparking an interest in sports management and utilizing sports for tourism.
EP93: Mr. Keith Tozer - Commissioner of the Professional Futsal League, USA
Summary:
- Former professional indoor soccer player shares his journey into futsal, falling in love with the game, coaching the national team, and winning the first CONCACAF championship gold medal.
- Former US soccer head coach shares experiences and beliefs about teamwork, coaching philosophy, and the growth and importance of futsal in the world of soccer, emphasizing the significance of quality guests and marketing for podcast success. Futsal is popular globally and can help develop players due to the physicality and fast-paced nature of the game. It is booming around the world and offers great business opportunities for coaches, managers, owners, and players. The game's popularity has grown significantly, with examples like the Solomon Islands embracing it and seeing success in international competitions. Other countries are also considering incorporating futsal into their programs, leading to continued growth of the sport. Futsal is praised for fostering enjoyment and technical ability in children, promoting teamwork and quick thinking, and cultivating confidence, imagination, and faster physical and mental responses compared to outdoor football.
EP92: Lady Ultra Endurance Runner in Qatar
Summary:
- The podcast episode features a guest who grew up in Aberdeenshire, went to school in the Middle East, and worked as a teacher before retraining as a divorce lawyer and becoming a part-time army reservist in the intelligence corps.
- Shared experience of working with a domestic violence charity before transitioning to a teaching career, later getting involved in fitness and organizing the first all-female crossing of Qatar on foot.
EP91: The amazing Paul Osei-Owusu
Summary:
- Podcast host and guest discuss their holiday experiences and the challenges of celebrating Christmas under COVID-19 restrictions.
- Discussion on the struggles people face in maintaining physical activity resolutions, especially in light of the current circumstances, with a focus on understanding and addressing the factors that hinder motivation and commitment.
EP118: Harry Williams - Founder Of Genesis Academy International
Summary:
- The podcast guest played basketball at a high level in high school and college but had to end his career due to a severe hip injury, which led him to pursue a career in finance before eventually starting a private boarding school focused on basketball and character building.
- Guest discusses their basketball journey, starting from playing late at 14 years old, getting training from an NBA coach, and receiving support from their godmother who ran a successful basketball program, shaping their career. The speaker reflects on their upbringing in Houston in the mid-90s, mentioning various distractions and experiences, but credits a significant person for guiding them in basketball and life, leading to an inspiring program development.
EP115: Nisrein Al Qaisi - Sports Professional Legal Counsel
Summary:
- The podcast host discusses the universal appeal of sports and introduces a guest who shares her childhood fascination with sports, participating in various sports activities, and how the introduction of sports channels in the Middle East in the early 2000s had a significant impact on her passion for sports.
- Discussion on the significant development and transformation of Qatar's sports industry, with events like the 2006 Asian Games and hosting world championships showcasing the country's commitment to sports as a catalyst for progress and development, providing top-notch treatment to athletes and changing the traditional equation of event hosting.
EP114: QUEST LLC - Abood and Elie
Summary:
- The podcast host discusses the theme of their show which is sharing the stories of guests in the sports industry, introducing a guest who is a prominent figure in the gaming and esports sector.
- Discussion about supporting young talents in gaming and streaming, focusing on shining the light on undiscovered talent and creating a motivating environment for children, with a mention of past interactions and help provided during a quiet period.
EP117: Reem Al-Sharshani - World Cup Bronze Medalist
Summary:
- The host of the podcast introduces a guest who is a skeet shooter for the Qatar national team and discusses how she developed a passion for sports from a young age through various experiences with different sports before ultimately finding success in shooting.
- Discussion about the changes in attitude towards female athletes in Qatar over the past several years, with the guest highlighting her sporty family background and her sister's involvement in various activities beyond competing in national competitions.
EP103: Dulce Guarda - Chief Marketing Officer of BBox Sports
Summary:
- A company provides an engagement tool using augmented reality to connect fans with sports teams by creating an augmented reality world that is connected with official collectible items.
- A team created an engagement tool for fans to provide data to clubs, initially focusing on lifestyle products and later expanding to replicas of football equipment. Augmented reality concept introduced to enable fans to engage with players who are not directly accessible, app includes AR content, team news, and global sports updates to cater to fan preferences.
EP105: Field of Vision With Omar Salem and David Deneher
Summary:
- A new handheld device is being developed to help visually impaired football fans experience matches in real time by allowing them to feel the action of the game, such as ball position, tackles, shots, and passes.
- Developed a device to enhance the experience of visually impaired football fans by filling in the gaps left by traditional audio commentary, starting as a project during the first lockdown and progressing towards demos and partnerships.
EP106: Mohammed Asif CEO of JUEGO FOOTBALL | In The Game Sports Podcast
Summary:
- Introduction to a guest on a sports podcast in Qatar discussing their football application for tracking player performance to help amateur players get scouted by clubs and academies.
- Platform for tracking football player performance with over 2000 active players, syncing with wearable devices like Fitbit, receiving positive feedback from users and offering gamified features for both professional and casual players. Work in progress to partner with other big tech companies.
EP107: Hossein Nikkar and Hossein NozemDost - NSA Tech
Summary:
- Qatar's first sports podcast featuring individuals and company owners making a difference in the sports industry, with a guest discussing NSA Tech's motion tracking technology for coaching athletes.
- The company was founded based on the idea of addressing the performance gap in accessing professional coaching by providing online training regardless of location or level of expertise, starting with just two team members initially and growing the team gradually to focus on AI technology for sports science and exercise physiology applications.
EP108: Serdar Alemdar CEO OF Sentio Sports | In The Game Sports Podcast
Summary:
- The guest developed a sports analytics concept starting as a research project in 2013, utilizing optical tracking data to improve players' performance and predict injuries, leading to the incorporation of EMG sensors for enhanced predictions and collaboration with major Istanbul clubs for commercialization.
- Discussion on the advancements in neural networks due to computational power and data availability leading to predictive capabilities, transition from basketball to football tracking technology, and the stressful but successful live demo showcasing player tracking technology.
EP109: Stable Innovations With Martin Rice and Brendan Lowry | In The Game Sports Podcast
Summary:
- The guest discusses their company's innovation bringing data analysis to the horse racing space, aiming to eliminate unpredictability in racehorse breeding and performance after being successful in joining Qatar Sports Tech cohort.
- The journey of starting a startup has been a roller coaster with ups and downs, but the founders emphasized the importance of resilience, learning from feedback, and seizing opportunities, especially in relation to their timing during the pandemic affecting their seed funding round.
EP121: The First Qatari Kite Surfing Instructor
Summary:
- The guest of the podcast is a former football player who switched to kite surfing full-time due to a leg injury, after struggling to return to football for years following a car accident.
- The guest transitioned from studying management information systems and marketing to pursuing kite surfing full-time, reflecting on how a school sports instructor recognized their potential in sports and guided them towards a career in professional athletics.
EP111: Nik Lewis - CEO at Athlete Owned Sports In the Game Sports Podcast
Summary:
- Guest is introduced as a legend in Canadian football, known for his record 85-yard touchdown catches and describes his playing as a slot back in Canadian football.
- The guest discusses how their family and friends were pivotal in their career growth, emphasizing that their Hall of Fame induction is a tribute to their loved ones' sacrifices.
Navigating Qatar's Evolving Business Landscape
Summary:
- Excitement over recent announcement of 100% foreign ownership for businesses in Qatar, marking a significant shift from the previous requirement of Qatari partnerships for certain business categories. Steps to establish a business in Qatar include reserving a trade name in Arabic, submitting documents and requirements in Arabic, seeking professional help to streamline the process, obtaining police clearance either locally or from your home country, and obtaining a Qatari ID card if necessary.
- When applying for business licensing in Qatar, key requirements include a passport, a simple business plan outlining plans and financial estimates, a beneficial owner declaration form, official authorization form, attested and translated documents in Arabic, and obtaining a police clearance.
Mastering Success: Insights into Qatar’s Business Landscape
Summary:
- Discussion on key sectors in Qatar including agriculture, education, health, and energy industry with emphasis on local production, investment, infrastructure development, and attracting international institutions and investors. Qatar has emerged as a manufacturing hub supported by government policies and involvement of key stakeholders, with initiatives in logistics, professional and financial services, information technology, sports, travel and tourism, and construction. The country offers extensive opportunities for local and foreign investors across various sectors due to its world-class infrastructure and strategic geographic location.
- Discussion about investment promotion agencies and free zones in Qatar's effort to position itself as a prominent alternative, with emphasis on growth in various industries and collaboration with government bodies and private sectors to implement strategies and policies aligned with Qatar's National Vision 2030.
Faisal Al-Yafie: From UHUB to Fashion Startup - An Entrepreneur's Inspiring Journey
Summary:
- The guest discusses their transformation from initially not wanting to become an entrepreneur to now being involved in multiple companies and aiming for further growth, emphasizing the importance of entrepreneurship in making a positive impact on society by creating jobs and helping others.
- Student program helps develop entrepreneurship mindset through tips, tricks, and practical experience, emphasizing the importance of idea validation and customer needs over personal ambitions.
Secrets to Entrepreneurial Growth with Nayef Al-Ibrahim
Summary:
- Guest transitioned from civil engineering to entrepreneurship at current company, seeing significant economic and societal progress in Qatar since the 2000s, including increased financial stability and improved quality of life.
- Discussion about the transformation and growth of the country over the past few decades, including investments in various sectors leading to opportunities for individuals and a sense of responsibility towards further development.
Transforming SMEs with DHL: Insights from Ahmed Elfangary
Summary:
- The guest discusses their experience working for a multinational company and the importance of having a strong and diverse team at DHL Express Qatar. Collaboration between two entities to support small and medium-sized enterprises, with a focus on accumulated experience and a dedication to supporting others.
- Discusses partnership with various organizations to empower individuals in logistics operations and management, emphasizing the importance of education and support.
Firas Sleiman’s Shift: Consulting to AI Innovation
Summary:
- Guest discusses their journey of the past 21 years in Qatar, witnessing the growth of the country from a promising land of opportunities with only three buildings to a vibrant, advanced mega city, highlighting the welcoming culture and quality of life that has led many people to stay much longer than initially planned. • The speaker discusses how living in Doha can feel like being part of a village due to the sense of community and relationships formed, leading to deep friendships that keep people in the city despite its unique culture.
- Transitioned from a high-paying consulting career to entrepreneurship, emphasizing the unique approach of building relationships and financial stability in the local startup ecosystem, where maintaining genuine relationships is key amidst potential opportunistic connections. Maintaining relationships is important as it is based on human connection and trust, rather than just providing benefits; building human connections is more common in Doha due to the cultural structure, leading to lasting friendships regardless of professional ups and downs.
Innovative Workspaces Driving Growth and Community Transformation
Summary:
- Guest discusses the growth and development of a company in Qatar, starting from a 1200 square meters space in 2018 to expanding to 10000 square meters in 2019, adding new products and services, recruiting staff, and becoming a benchmark brand in the country.
- The company has achieved significant growth over the last five and a half years despite challenges, including doubling monthly revenues during the first year of the pandemic by introducing a new business model called Working and Enterprise Solutions.
The Success Journey of Abdulla Alansari: Essential Startup Tips and Techno Q's Leadership
Summary:
- Guest shares how their journey of helping others grow evolved organically, starting with a mutual friendship and culture, leading to successful business ventures beginning with an entrepreneurial opportunity during a time of need in Kuwait. • A friend's suggestion during a car ride sparked the individual's interest in starting a business, leading to importing diabetic-friendly chocolates to Qatar and initiating their entrepreneurial journey over 30 years ago.
- Discussing the importance of being pushed out of one's comfort zone to bring out the best performance, emphasizing that there is no room for error and one must search and do whatever it takes to fulfill commitments in a business partnership.
Innovations in Technology: Techno Q's Path to Excellence
Summary:
- Guest shares the story of starting a home theater business with a friend after graduating as mechanical engineers, which eventually failed but led to their successful journey in helping others grow.
- Focused on manual adjustment and calibration of projectors for installations, led to presenting product to Sheikh who declined, but opened up new opportunity with touch screen technology and thin TVs, landing a large contract for a house which marked a significant growth step in their business.
Harnessing Solar Power: Entrepreneurial Insights from Mohammad Al Gammal
Summary:
- The guest, an Egyptian mechanical engineer, works as a university laboratory instructor and is developing a startup called Sun paave that focuses on solar panels for walkways to harness solar energy efficiently.
- Experimented and developed concept, first large-scale implementation in Egypt; overcome challenges to install at Alama Stadium before World Cup; juggled work and project commitments due to lack of luxury to focus solely on start-up; initially doubted success but progressed through competition rounds to be among top 10 winners in the region.
Dive into Naxxum's Cutting-Edge Solutions
Summary:
- The guest has over 12 years of experience in multinational companies such as Microsoft, Oracle, and IBM in the Middle East, and is now working with a company in Qatar, focusing on empowering others for growth in the technology sector.
- The global company operates in multiple countries with 10 offices worldwide and a headquarters in Paris, offering 24/7 services and focusing on development and integration solutions in collaboration with major technology companies, with around 250 employees and a continuous focus on growth and staff development.
Youth Empowerment and Business Strategies: An Interview with Yousef Mahmoud
Summary:
- Guest has been in Qatar for 13 years, specializing in business development and youth development, focusing on instilling leadership skills in young people through international trips and programs combining culture, exploration, and physical activity.
- Emphasizes the long-lasting impact of immersive experiential programs on participants, leading to strong relationships and fond memories, prompting a shift from corporate to creating a business development company focusing on making a difference.
Shaping Qatar's Future: Zainab Fayaz's Vision
Summary:
- The guest shares their journey of moving from London to Qatar and expresses a strong desire to help organizations with branding, marketing, and business expertise.
- Transitioned from studying fine arts to business studies and eventually into marketing and advertising, working in various sectors before starting a branding and marketing agency with sister, focusing on working with universities and companies internationally to build brands and secure investments.
How AI Boosts Your Business Growth
Summary:
- The podcast features two professors in AI discussing how AI and machine learning can impact businesses and the importance of validating ideas before seeking investors.
- AI is perceived as the next revolutionary technology comparable to electricity, with both fear and excitement about its potential; AI has already revolutionized various areas and has endless possibilities for the future development and revolutionization of new sectors.
Mastering Business Growth in Qatar: Exclusive Tips from Maysoon R. Zayed
Summary:
- Guest is of Palestinian origin but born and raised in Chicago, with a background in advertising, PR, strategic communications, and public affairs; started a company focusing on telecommunications industry and played a significant role in the growth of the PR industry, emphasizing the importance of customer service and personalized experiences for customers across different sectors, attributing technology as a driving force behind the need for evolution in business practices. The guest emphasizes the importance of solid customer service regardless of the CRM model used, highlighting the critical importance of customer service as technology evolves. They discuss their various roles, emphasizing the importance of being genuine, empathetic, and always willing to learn and adapt in business positions.
- Drawing on real-world experiences from various regions, the speaker approaches advising clients with a focus on sustainable impact and tailored strategies, utilizing in-depth research, technological tools, and a thorough understanding of each client's unique needs and growth patterns. Developing a strategy with respect, honesty, and diplomacy, and ensuring all levels of the organization are on board for sustainable growth and success by understanding and nurturing the business culture from bottom up.
Exploring New Frontiers of Venue Discovery with Venly App's Trailblazing Revolution
Summary:
- Entrepreneur shares journey from studying computer science to working in cyber security by day and pursuing innovative tourism business by night, highlighting early interest in problem-solving through software development.
- The guest's parents initially advised them to focus on studies, secure a job, and then consider starting a business, but they started supporting the guest once they saw their dedication and problem-solving skills, which provided the guest with crucial encouragement and support throughout their entrepreneurial journey.
From Athlete to Architect: Amr Metwally’s Bold Shift into Healthcare Innovation
Summary:
- Guest transitioned from planning a career in professional football to becoming an architect and working in Healthcare Innovation after securing a contract with a major club in Egypt and agreeing to pursue a college education alongside sports training.
- Transitioned from a dream of being a football player to becoming an architect after a major injury, emphasizing the importance of pursuing passion and adapting to change in career paths.
Shaping Qatar's Future: Zainab Fayaz's Vision
Summary:
- The guest shares their journey of moving from London to Qatar and expresses a strong desire to help organizations with branding, marketing, and business expertise.
- Transitioned from studying fine arts to business studies and eventually into marketing and advertising, working in various sectors before starting a branding and marketing agency with sister, focusing on working with universities and companies internationally to build brands and secure investments.
Aysha Al Romaihi on Leadership and Innovation: A Must-Watch Episode
Summary:
- Guest is the person behind a creative and cultural business incubator at a company, supporting entrepreneurs and accelerating startups across sectors; their upbringing was in a typical family with a military father and school teacher mother, and they transitioned their career from banking to empowerment.
- Transitioned from a banking career to working in an AI-focused incubation center, providing coaching, mentorship, and resources for entrepreneurs to scale their businesses and develop disruptive ideas, with a focus on evaluating the entrepreneur's passion and team as key criteria for success.
Empowerment and Exclusive Book Reveal with Asmaa Al-Kuwari!
Summary:
- The guest is an executive and life coach, digital humanist, and entrepreneur who helps people understand their potential and unlock it by establishing communication and rapport, gaining trust to guide them towards their goals. The guest discovered this gift through observing and understanding people's behaviors and reactions while growing up in the United States and then in Doha.
- The discussion focuses on the importance of listening and observing non-verbal cues in coaching, emphasizing the role of empathy in understanding individuals' true underlying messages and emotions.
Mastering Talent Matching with Shubham Rastogi
Summary:
- The guest runs a company in India that helps Indian developers and talent find opportunities with global companies, and they have worked with numerous startups and global capability centers in Bangalore.
- Individual recognized a gap in the market regarding talent in India shifting towards working with product companies/startups rather than traditional services companies, leading to dissatisfaction and unfulfilled potential among employees; emphasized the importance of aligning competency, aspirations, and opportunities for personal growth and success.
Innovative Workspaces Driving Growth and Community Transformation
Summary:
- Guest discusses the growth and development of a company in Qatar, starting from a 1200 square meters space in 2018 to expanding to 10000 square meters in 2019, adding new products and services, recruiting staff, and becoming a benchmark brand in the country.
- The company has achieved significant growth over the last five and a half years despite challenges, including doubling monthly revenues during the first year of the pandemic by introducing a new business model called Working and Enterprise Solutions.
Expert Advice: Insights from Muhammad Zohaib Khan Chairman of P@SHA
Summary:
- The podcast episode discusses the importance of growth in businesses, the journey of a guest from Pakistan who helps startups and SMEs grow globally, and their involvement in expanding businesses at the web Summit in Qatar.
- Discussion about the positive impact of the web Summit in Qatar, with over 100 IT company CEOs from Pakistan participating, some registering their businesses in Qatar to create job opportunities in both countries. Government has formed a special investment facilitation council focused on agriculture, mining, and minerals to attract international companies to set up back offices in Pakistan, highlighting the country's large English-speaking population and lack of port requirements for business operations. Pakistan is evolving in different areas with policy stability, incentives like tax-free technology zones, and government programs aimed at developing various sectors like cybersecurity. The guest is building a community to empower and share knowledge with businesses looking to expand into Pakistan, as the country offers beauty and tourism opportunities alongside technological advancements and automation in future industries.
The Future of Hiring: Bounty Hunter Unveiled
Summary:
- The guest, who is the chief Bounty Hunter at Bounty Hunter World, has been in Qatar for 17 years and has helped over 35 businesses establish themselves and grow in the region.
- The speaker discusses their experience in helping various businesses expand and grow, from established PLCs to startups and franchises, across different sectors such as emobility, health and fitness, and oil and gas companies. They highlight the rewarding aspect of coaching and mentoring individuals within these businesses and seeing them flourish in their careers.
Pioneering Qatar's Fintech and Digital Transformation with Nauman Gul
Summary:
- The guest discusses their journey of starting and growing their digital transformation company in Qatar, focusing on healthcare, AI video analytics, fintech, and ecommerce since 2019, emphasizing the importance of transforming dreams into implementation plans and making mistakes along the way.
- Successfully launched four diverse business lines in Qatar, facing challenges but rectifying mistakes and seeing smooth operation; emphasized partnerships and collaboration as key to success, with a focus on meeting identified needs in sectors prioritized by Qatar's vision for 2030 and digital transformation. • Discusses overcoming resistance to implementing new technology in business, emphasizing the importance of customer education and motivation, and the challenges faced in the fintech sector.
Revolutionizing Healthcare: Meet the Innovator Shada Bennbaia | Exclusive Podcast Interview!
Summary:
- The podcast episode discusses the importance of growth and helping others grow, highlighting a guest who is working on a startup to improve health management through engineering, despite familial expectations of pursuing a medical career.
- Growing up in a family that values personal choice, the individual pursued a career in engineering despite societal expectations for females and aims to be a positive example for fellow Libyans, while also sharing about their childhood in a close-knit family environment in Libya.
Firas Sleiman’s Shift: Consulting to AI Innovation
Summary:
- Guest discusses their journey of the past 21 years in Qatar, witnessing the growth of the country from a promising land of opportunities with only three buildings to a vibrant, advanced mega city, highlighting the welcoming culture and quality of life that has led many people to stay much longer than initially planned. • The speaker discusses how living in Doha can feel like being part of a village due to the sense of community and relationships formed, leading to deep friendships that keep people in the city despite its unique culture.
- Transitioned from a high-paying consulting career to entrepreneurship, emphasizing the unique approach of building relationships and financial stability in the local startup ecosystem, where maintaining genuine relationships is key amidst potential opportunistic connections. Maintaining relationships is important as it is based on human connection and trust, rather than just providing benefits; building human connections is more common in Doha due to the cultural structure, leading to lasting friendships regardless of professional ups and downs.
Greg Loayon's Vision for Empowering Communities
Summary:
- Guest has been in the Middle East for almost two decades and realized the importance of helping fellow countrymen achieve their ambitions by sharing his experiences through training programs and workshops within the Filipino community.
- Individual established a cooperative with a group of professionals to promote growth and help others grow, inspired by a seminar motto of mentoring others to success, leading to opportunities to support individuals and organizations in various fields.
Breaking Barriers: Empowering Startups with Marcel Dridje
Summary:
- The guest is Marcel, an entrepreneur passionate about helping startups and fostering entrepreneurship worldwide. He became a business angel in 2013 after selling a startup to Cisco in 2005, which led him to continue his entrepreneurial journey rather than joining big corporates. Big companies are embracing open innovation by acquiring startups and integrating their technology, with examples such as Cisco buying 215 startups for billions of dollars. Corporates like Airbus, Boeing, Microsoft, and Google are also looking at spinning out engineers for special projects. Qatar's top companies are also getting involved in open innovation initiatives, and there is a call to have a global perspective on open innovation rather than just focusing on regional problems.
- Discussion about the potential for technology and startups in the country, emphasizing the importance of vision, strategy, execution, and collaboration to drive success and innovation.
Innovations in Technology: Techno Q's Path to Excellence
Summary:
- Guest shares the story of starting a home theater business with a friend after graduating as mechanical engineers, which eventually failed but led to their successful journey in helping others grow.
- Focused on manual adjustment and calibration of projectors for installations, led to presenting product to Sheikh who declined, but opened up new opportunity with touch screen technology and thin TVs, landing a large contract for a house which marked a significant growth step in their business.