Bayt Cast: Big Ideas, Bigger Opportunities!

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  Walid Shihabi: The $500,000 Mistake That Changed Everything (with Rabea Ataya) 13.09.2026 1t 6min

  Nearly 200 investor rejections. Deals that disappeared. Personal money on the line.Walid Shihabi’s founder journey wasn’t built on one lucky break.In this episode of Bayt Cast, he joins Rabea Ataya, CEO of Bayt.com, to talk about what entrepreneurship really demands — from raising capital and surviving rejection to challenging an established industry and knowing when a risk is worth taking. They also explore fintech, consumer credit, founder age, resilience, and why failure can sometimes be one of the most valuable parts of building something big.🎁 Exclusive Bayt Cast offersFor new Bayt.com clients - Get 15% off Bayt.com hiring solutions:👉 https://www.bayt.com/baytcast15For job seekers - Get 20% off your first month of Bayt.com Premium:👉 https://www.bayt.com/baytcast20🎙️ Want to join Rabea Ataya on a future episode of Bayt Cast? Apply here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfyolLkezhgUTLLTv3K5XMOyWJ8QZ55dtCrvdbDQO54wnu7UQ/viewform🔔 Never miss an episode! We’ve got fresh, unfiltered conversations dropping every other week with innovators and career champions you won’t hear anywhere else. Subscribe to Bayt Cast and ring the bell so you’re always in the room: https://www.youtube.com/@Baytcom?sub_confirmation=1🎧 Listen on:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7sTLIVz8cTQBgCqSdxrZLb?Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4jJu4wmAnghami: https://open.anghami.com/x3F7yekycTbAmazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/1e9e1eeb-44cb-4521-ae8c-63b26027980a/bayt-cast-big-ideas-bigger-opportunities00:00 – Intro10:10 – Creating a new category: rent now, pay monthly17:03 – Raising $50M in equity and debt24:33 – Pitching nearly 200 investors32:45 – What happens after you finally raise the money?44:00 – Why investors said no to an “obvious” idea54:24 – Why failure and risk-taking shouldn’t be crimes56:49 – Is there a right age to become an entrepreneur?59:30 – Leaving comfort behind to start again1:00:24 – The personal cost of entrepreneurship#BaytCast #WalidShihabi #Entrepreneurship #Startups #Fintech #PropTech #Fundraising #VentureCapital #Founders #Dubai #UAE #MiddleEast #Leadership #Ri
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  Amir Farha: I Left Everything to Be Myself (with Rabea Ataya) 04.08.2026 1t 5min

  What separates founders who build billion-dollar companies from those who never get funded?In this episode of BaytCast, Amir Farha, Founder and Managing Partner of COTU Ventures, sits down with Rabea Ataya, CEO of Bayt.com, for a conversation that goes far beyond venture capital. He shares the lessons he's learned after backing some of the region's most promising startups, and explains why the best founders don't need constant advice, why "smart money" is often misunderstood, and why trust matters more than pitch decks.Whether you're building a startup, raising capital, leading a business, or simply trying to build a life that's true to who you are, this episode offers insights that stay with you long after it ends.🎁 Exclusive Bayt Cast offersFor new Bayt.com clients - Get 15% off Bayt.com hiring solutions:👉 https://www.bayt.com/baytcast15For job seekers - Get 20% off your first month of Bayt.com Premium:👉 https://www.bayt.com/baytcast20🔔 Never miss an episode! We’ve got fresh, unfiltered conversations dropping every other week with innovators and career champions you won’t hear anywhere else. Subscribe to Bayt Cast and ring the bell so you’re always in the room: https://www.youtube.com/@Baytcom?sub_confirmation=1🎧 Listen on:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7sTLIVz8cTQBgCqSdxrZLb?Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4jJu4wmAnghami: https://open.anghami.com/x3F7yekycTb#BaytCast #AmirFarha #VentureCapital #Startups #Entrepreneurship #Founders #Fundraising #Investment #AI #MiddleEast #SaudiArabia #UAE #Leadership #Business #Baytcom #RabeaAtaya #COTUVenturesaYRPBraaxGqvojooqHz4
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  Isobel Abulhoul: Why Curious People Win (with Rabea Ataya) 15.07.2026 1t 7min

  Want to know how reading books can change your life or how to become CEO of a major company? Most people think books are about information, but Isobel Abulhoul believes they're about something far more important.In this episode of BaytCast, Isobel sits down with Rabea Ataya, CEO of Bayt.com, for a talk about leadership, career progression, and how reading shapes who we become. From imagination and empathy to resilience, she argues that the habits formed around books can influence an entire life.Arriving in the UAE decades ago with no formal business training, Isobel went on to build Magrudy's and become a driving force behind the UAE's literary culture. Along the way, she reflects on the side effects of screen time for kids, the impact of reading on the brain, how technology is changing the way we learn, and why curious people always win.🎁 Exclusive Bayt Cast offersFor new Bayt.com clients - Get 15% off Bayt.com hiring solutions:👉 https://www.bayt.com/baytcast15For job seekers - Get 20% off your first month of Bayt.com Premium:👉 https://www.bayt.com/baytcast20🔔 Never miss an episode! We’ve got fresh, unfiltered conversations dropping every other week with innovators and career champions you won’t hear anywhere else. Subscribe to Bayt Cast and ring the bell so you’re always in the room: https://www.youtube.com/@Baytcom?sub_confirmation=1🎧 Listen on:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7sTLIVz8cTQBgCqSdxrZLb?Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4jJu4wmAnghami: https://open.anghami.com/x3F7yekycTb#BaytCast #IsobelAbulhoul #Reading #Books #Parenting #Education #Entrepreneurship #Magrudys #UAE #Dubai #Literature #Leadership #LifelongLearning #Baytcom #RabeaAtaya
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  Ammar Shams: I Quit Corporate to Drive a Taxi (with Rabea Ataya) 19.04.2026 1t 2min

  In this episode of Bayt Cast, Ammar Shams shares an extraordinary journey of reinvention—from a long and successful corporate career to driving a taxi as a life experiment, and later pursuing a PhD in his 50s. What began with a simple question—“When was the last time you did something for the first time?” became a turning point that reshaped his outlook on success, purpose, and fulfillment.In conversation with Rabea Ataya, CEO of Bayt.com, Ammar reflects on walking away from comfort and convention to pursue meaning, curiosity, and personal growth. From navigating the streets as a taxi driver to exploring identity, equality, and human connection in the UAE, his story is a compelling exploration of courage, perspective, and living a life rich in experiences rather than titles.🔔 Never miss an episode! We’ve got fresh, unfiltered conversations dropping every other week with innovators and career champions you won’t hear anywhere else. Subscribe to Bayt Cast and ring the bell so you’re always in the room: https://www.youtube.com/@Baytcom?sub_confirmation=1🎧 Listen on:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7sTLIVz8cTQBgCqSdxrZLb?Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4jJu4wmAnghami: https://open.anghami.com/x3F7yekycTb00:00 – Intro01:52 – Starting a PhD at 5408:24 – A deeper look at Islam, justice, and reform20:50 – Possessions vs. experiences: what truly matters23:57 – Running out of money and redefining success29:53 – Breaking free from routine and “Groundhog Day” living34:17 – Reinventing life after corporate work44:20 – The taxi driver experiment: why and how53:27 – Equality, dignity, and life lessons from the road58:35 – Advice for professionals seeking purpose#BaytCast #AmmarShams #CareerChange #LifeReinvention #QuitCorporate #PurposeDrivenLife #CareerGrowth #PersonalDevelopment #UAE #Leadership #MidlifeCareer #PhDJourney #LifeLessons #Inspiration #Baytcom
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  Safwan Masri: Nothing in Life Is Linear — And That’s the Point (with Rabea Ataya) 02.04.2026 1t 4min

  In this episode of BaytCast, Safwan Masri — Dean of Georgetown University in Qatar and former Vice Dean of Columbia Business School — reflects on a life shaped by reinvention, identity, and education. In conversation with Rabea Ataya, CEO of Bayt.com, he traces his journey from Jordan to Purdue and Stanford, and on to leadership roles at Columbia, King’s Academy, and Georgetown. Along the way, he shares candid insights on politicized curricula, shifting global realities after 9/11, and why values matter more than rankings. At its heart, this is a conversation about staying open, leading with conviction, and investing in youth as the only real path to a better future.🔔 Never miss an episode! We’ve got fresh, unfiltered conversations dropping every other week with innovators and career champions you won’t hear anywhere else. Subscribe to BaytCast and ring the bell so you’re always in the room: https://www.youtube.com/@Baytcom?sub_confirmation=1🎧 Listen on:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7sTLIVz8cTQBgCqSdxrZLb?Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4jJu4wmAnghami: https://open.anghami.com/x3F7yekycTb#BaytCast #SafwanMasri #EducationReform #GeorgetownQatar #LeadershipJourney #ArabIdentity #FutureOfEducation #HigherEducation #MiddleEastLeadership #GlobalEducation
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  Fadi Ghandour: When War Hits, Leaders Show Up (with Rabea Ataya) 16.03.2026 1t 3min

  In conversation with Rabea Ataya, CEO of Bayt.com, Fadi Ghandour — Founder of Aramex and Executive Chairman of Wamda — shares a candid and deeply personal conversation about resilience, responsibility, and why real leaders do not leave when things get difficult. From building Aramex during civil wars and regional instability, to listing on NASDAQ, to investing in the next generation of entrepreneurs, Fadi reflects on what it truly means to “stick around” in times of crisis. He speaks openly about war, cash flow, leadership town halls, going public, activism, and why entrepreneurship in this region is not glamorous — it’s grit.🔔 Never miss an episode! We’ve got fresh, unfiltered conversations dropping every other week with the HR innovators and career champions you won’t hear anywhere else. Subscribe to BaytCast and ring the bell so you’re always in the room: https://www.youtube.com/@Baytcom?sub_confirmation=1🎧 Listen on:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7sTLIVz8cTQBgCqSdxrZLb?Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4jJu4wmAnghami: https://open.anghami.com/x3F7yekycTb#BaytCast #FadiGhandour #Leadership #Entrepreneurship #Aramex #Wamda #MiddleEastBusiness #StartupEcosystem #Resilience #IPOStory #CrisisLeadership #BuildingThroughWar #PurposeDriven
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  Comedy as Protest: The Palestinian Voice (with Amer Zahr) 03.12.2025 1t 2min

  In this unmissable BaytCast episode, Palestinian-American comedian Amer Zahr takes center stage, blending humor and activism to dismantle power and amplify the Palestinian voice. Joining Rabea Ataya, Amer takes us on a journey from law school to the comedy stage, where his sharp wit and deep-rooted Palestinian identity fuel a unique comedic style that confronts power, challenges injustice, and reclaims narratives through humor.Amer reveals how comedy isn’t just about laughs, it’s about resistance. From challenging systemic injustice to redefining what it means to be Palestinian in America, he shows how humor has become his weapon of choice for speaking uncomfortable truths.🔔 Never miss an episode! We’ve got fresh, unfiltered conversations dropping every other week with the HR innovators and career champions you won’t hear anywhere else. Subscribe to BaytCast and ring the bell so you’re always in the room: https://www.youtube.com/@Baytcom?sub_confirmation=1🎧 Listen on:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7sTLIVz8cTQBgCqSdxrZLb?Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4jJu4wmAnghami: https://open.anghami.com/x3F7yekycTb00:00 – Intro02:00 – From law to laughter: the journey of Amer Zahr06:12 – Navigating Palestinian identity through comedy10:50 – Laughter against oppression15:32 – The power of storytelling in comedy21:15 – The price of speaking truth and attempts to silence27:02 – Reflections on 9/11 and October 7th34:45 – Laughing through tragedy41:10 – Palestinians as overachievers: survival and success47:20 – Political and social backlash in America52:55 – A vision for Palestinian liberation and the future#BaytCast #AmerZahr #ComedyAsProtest #PalestinianComedy #ArabAmerican #Palestine #StandUpForPalestine #PoliticalHumor #PalestinianIdentity #ComedyAndResistance #CulturalAdvocacy #StandUpComedy #Storytelling #PalestinianVoices #SocialChange #ComedyWithPurpose
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  Reclaiming Stories, One Film at a Time (with Butheina Kazim) 16.11.2025 1t

  Cinema isn’t just entertainment; it’s an infrastructure for identity. In this BaytCast episode, Butheina Kazim, the visionary behind Cinema Akil and Reel Palestine, joins Rabea Ataya for an unfiltered conversation on the art (and hustle) of building cultural spaces that outlast trends. They dive into memory, identity, and cultural entrepreneurship—from repurposing a single screen into a movement, to shaping policies that could power the next generation of Arab cinema.Learn about designing human-scale spaces in a hyper-modern city, the startup mindset behind art initiatives, why underrepresented films matter “one audience at a time,” and the policy levers (visas, rebates, distribution) needed to unlock a real film ecosystem.🔔 Never miss an episode! We’ve got fresh, unfiltered conversations dropping every other week with the HR innovators and career champions you won’t hear anywhere else. Subscribe to BaytCast and ring the bell so you’re always in the room: https://www.youtube.com/@Baytcom?sub_confirmation=1🎧 Listen on:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7sTLIVz8cTQBgCqSdxrZLb?Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4jJu4wmAnghami: https://open.anghami.com/x3F7yekycTb00:00 – Intro03:00 – Belonging through stories, not artifacts06:06 – Designing a cinema as shelter, not spectacle14:07 – Melting pot, mosaic… or lava lamp?21:05 – Startup mindset for arts: test fast, stay lean26:09 – Storytelling as currency in the age of AI32:06 – Why underrepresented films must be on big screens36:44 – Fighting erasure & reclaiming narratives44:01 – Opening Cinema Akil, and scaling the festival54:01 – What a film ecosystem needs#BaytCast #CinemaAkil #ReelPalestine #DubaiCulture #IndependentCinema #Storytelling #CreativeEconomy #MENA #ArtHouseCinema #Placemaking
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  رحلة إيمان بدأت بحروف عربية (مع طارق بوجسيم) 04.11.2025 50min

  هل جرّبت يومًا أن تبدأ من الصفر؟ طارق بوجسيم لم يكن يعرف كلمة عربية واحدة، نشأ في مدارس بريطانية، وتخرّج من جامعة ستانفورد في أمريكا. لكن رحلة بسيطة لتعلّم العربية تحوّلت إلى نقطة تغيّر حياته بالكامل!في هذه الحلقة، يحكي طارق قصته من البداية: من عالم التقنية إلى طريق الإيمان. كيف بدأ من الصفر ليتقن الفصحى ولهجات عربية متعددة، وكيف قادته اللغة إلى التعمق في الدين، فصار شيخًا وعضوًا في دائرة الفتوى ومستشارًا في التمويل الإسلامي.استمع إلى قصة استثنائية عن الإيمان، الهوية، واللغة… وكيف يمكن أن تغيّر العربية حياة إنسان بأكملها.🔔 لا تفوّت أي حلقة! نقدّم لكم حوارات جديدة وصادقة تُبثّ كل أسبوعين، مع نخبة من القادة وصنّاع النجاح الذين لن تسمعوا قصصهم في أي مكان آخر. اشترك في BaytCast وفَعِّل جرس التنبيه لتكون دائمًا على اطّلاع: https://www.youtube.com/@Baytcom?sub_confirmation=1
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  He Lost Everything Twice, and Still Won (with Mohan Valrani) 19.10.2025 59min

  Discover the incredible life story of Mohan Valrani, the visionary co-founder of the Al Shirawi Group. In this powerful episode, Valrani shares his remarkable journey from an 8-year-old refugee who lost everything during the partition of India and Pakistan, to building a multi-billion dollar empire from scratch—not once, but twice.Learn about the importance of radical transparency, the art of reverse mentoring, and why he believes Dubai is a "one-horse race" that you should never bet against.🔔 Never miss an episode! We’ve got fresh, unfiltered conversations dropping every other week with the HR innovators and career champions you won’t hear anywhere else. Subscribe to BaytCast and ring the bell so you’re always in the room: https://www.youtube.com/@Baytcom?sub_confirmation=1🎧 Listen on:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7sTLIVz8cTQBgCqSdxrZLb?Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4jJu4wmAnghami: https://open.anghami.com/x3F7yekycTb00:00 – Intro02:37 – How adversity shaped his journey08:41 – Landing in Dubai with just $7.5012:23 – The darkest hour and building everything twice23:42 – The golden rule for any new business28:05 – The 2008 strategy: sell everything33:29 – The power of radical transparency44:45 – The key to happiness is free52:13 – Parenting advice: "Give them wings"54:20 – "Never bet against Dubai"#BaytCast #MohanValrani #Baytcom #RabeaAtaya #MohanValrani #Dubai #Entrepreneurship #FamilyBusiness #Leadership #Resilience #CrisisManagement #Transparency #GCC #buildinginpublic
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  Finding My "Why" on Top of the World (with Nelly Attar) 05.10.2025 54min

  In this BaytCast episode, Nelly Attar, extreme athlete, entrepreneur, and the first Arab woman to summit K2, joins Rabea Ataya to share the lessons that shaped her journey from psychology graduate to Guinness World Record holder!From launching Saudi Arabia’s first dance studio to scaling some of the world’s toughest mountains, Nelly reveals how to act before you “know your why,” why risk is a skill you can train, and what it takes to push past fear, doubt, and criticism. This isn’t just a story of records; it’s a blueprint for anyone ready to build resilience, embrace uncertainty, and turn bold goals into lasting impact.🔔 Never miss an episode! We’ve got fresh, unfiltered conversations dropping every other week with the HR innovators and career champions you won’t hear anywhere else. Subscribe to BaytCast and ring the bell so you’re always in the room: / @baytcom 🎧 Listen on:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7sTLIVz8cTQBgCqSdxrZLb?Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4jJu4wmAnghami: https://open.anghami.com/x3F7yekycTb00:00 – Intro01:30 – From psychology to the world’s highest peaks05:20 – Chasing K2: the first Arab woman on the Savage Mountain10:10 – The role of fear, and how to move faster when it rises18:15 – Facing risk and the thin line between possible and impossible22:00 – Handling critics, even when they’re family26:00 – Building an entrepreneurial engine to fund impact30:20 – Representation and visibility: why her climbs matter beyond her34:00 – What’s next: coaching, community, and regional activation37:10 – How to apply Nelly’s lessons to your career#BaytCast #NellyAttar #K2 #Makalu #MiddleEast #WomenInSports #Grit #RiskManagement #CareerAdvice #Calisthenics #HighAltitude #Entrepreneurship #TalentDevelopment #Baytcom
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  Will AI Replace Universities? (with Alan Shihadeh) 21.09.2025 51min

  In this BaytCast episode, Dean of Engineering and Architecture Alan Shihadeh joins Rabea Ataya to share how AUB “punches above its weight” and why it has produced more wealth and talent in the region than almost any other institution.From AUB’s bold push into entrepreneurship and real-world innovation to tackling Lebanon’s toughest job market challenges, Dean Shihadeh shares candid insights on grit, opportunity, and the future of work. Plus, how AI is already transforming education, and why resilience may be the most important skill of all. Whether you’re a student, parent, or employer curious about the future of education and employability in the Middle East, this conversation is unmissable.🔔 Never miss an episode! We’ve got fresh, unfiltered conversations dropping every other week with the HR innovators and career champions you won’t hear anywhere else. Subscribe to BaytCast and ring the bell so you’re always in the room: / @baytcom 🎧 Listen on:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7sTLIVz8cTQBgCqSdxrZLb?Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4jJu4wmAnghami: https://open.anghami.com/x3F7yekycTb#baytcast #AUB #Lebanon #MiddleEastEducation #FutureOfWork #Engineering #Entrepreneurship #CareerAdvice #AIinEducation #TalentDevelopment #LiberalArts #StudentSuccess #Baytcom
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  How Saying No Saved My Startup (with Roger Zaccar) 07.09.2025 49min

  How do you challenge an industry that hasn’t changed in a century, and still come out stronger after every setback? In this episode of BaytCast, Rabea Ataya sits down in Beirut with Roger Zaccar, a third-generation insurance entrepreneur. From turning down early investors and building a team of dreamers, to expanding into Egypt and Europe, navigating Lebanon’s financial freefall, and now harnessing AI to reshape insurance, Roger shares the real highs, lows, and lessons of disruption.For anyone building a business, leading through uncertainty, or curious about the future of insurance, this conversation is packed with raw insights, tested strategies, and the mindset it takes to scale when the odds are against you.🔔 Never miss an episode! We’ve got fresh, unfiltered conversations dropping every other week with the HR innovators and career champions you won’t hear anywhere else. Subscribe to BaytCast and ring the bell so you’re always in the room: / @baytcom 🎧 Listen on:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7sTLIVz8cTQBgCqSdxrZLb?Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4jJu4wmAnghami: https://open.anghami.com/x3F7yekycTb00:00 – Intro01:11 – From family insurance roots to regional tech play06:19 – Insur tech 101: simpler buying, true price transparency09:23 – Flipping the sales model: selling to employees, not HR16:28 – How to hire dreamers (and spot them)30:58 – The three tests of a real disruptor (disrupt/scale/legal)36:55 – Advice to grads: fail early, learn elsewhere, bring it home38:57 – Stay or leave? Finding opportunity at home45:16 – Hiring for AI: iterate, measure, learn47:18 – Get mentors, then knock until they open#BaytCast #Entrepreneurship #Startups #FamilyBusiness #Insurtech #AI #Lebanon #Egypt #ScalingStartups #CareerGrowth
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  Happiness Or Success? Why Not Both! (with Navin Valrani) 24.08.2025 58min

  What does it take to set someone up for lifelong success? In this episode of BaytCast, Rabea Ataya sits down with Navin Valrani—entrepreneur, educator, and lifelong learner— to answer that very question. Together, they journey through every stage of learning, from nursery playrooms to corporate boardrooms, unpacking how to make smarter school choices, the value of happiness in education, building entrepreneurial mindsets in children, navigating the complex world of university admissions, and how AI is reshaping learning. Whether you’re a parent, student, or professional, this episode is packed with lessons on preparing for success in school, work, and life.🔔 Never miss an episode! We’ve got fresh, unfiltered conversations dropping every other week with the HR innovators and career champions you won’t hear anywhere else. Subscribe to BaytCast and ring the bell so you’re always in the room: / @baytcom 🎧 Listen on:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7sTLIVz8cTQBgCqSdxrZLb?Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4jJu4wmAnghami: https://open.anghami.com/x3F7yekycTb00:00 – Intro02:07 – Why early years education matters most08:16 – Teaching entrepreneurship to children12:12 – Happiness vs. achievement in school19:06 – From business to education: Navin’s journey26:26 – Mentorship and the rise of college counseling35:28 – The impact of privilege and inequality37:14 – AI in education: opportunities and risks48:27 – Taking risks vs. taking the safe path52:09 – What great hiring really looks like#BaytCast #Education #CareerAdvice #Entrepreneurship #UniversityAdmissions #AIinEducation #HappinessInSchool #Dubai #CareerGrowth
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  Ever “Heard” Justice? Sound Is An Instrument Of Truth (with Lawrence Abu Hamdan) 10.08.2025 59min

  This special episode of BaytCast features a thought-provoking conversation with Lawrence Abu Hamdan, a pioneering artist, researcher, and activist often described as a “private ear” for his groundbreaking work in acoustic investigation.Join Rabea Ataya as he explores how Lawrence’s interdisciplinary practice, merging audio forensics and the subtle nuances of earwitness testimony, has helped surface evidence in some of the most high-profile cases in recent years. From investigating the tragic case of journalist Shireen Abu Akleh, to analyzing the destruction of Al-Ahli Hospital, giving voice to the heartbreaking final moments of Hind Rajab, and even reconstructing the harrowing realities within Syria's notorious Saydnaya prison through the echoes of its enforced silence, Lawrence’s work reshapes how we “listen” to justice. Beyond human rights reports and courtrooms, Lawrence drives his organization, Earshot, which equips journalists and human rights advocates with tools for audio investigation, while also transforming his findings into immersive art installations showcased at the Guggenheim, Tate Modern, and other major institutions.🔔 Never miss an episode! We’ve got fresh, unfiltered conversations dropping every other week with the HR innovators and career champions you won’t hear anywhere else. Subscribe to BaytCast and ring the bell so you’re always in the room: / @baytcom 🎧 Listen on:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7sTLIVz...Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4jJu4wmAnghami: https://open.anghami.com/x3F7yekycTb00:00 – Intro02:23 – From music to activism: A career evolution10:20 – Rubber bullets vs live rounds: audio evidence that cracked a case16:03 – Earwitness vs eyewitness: building a language for acoustic memory19:04 – Reconstructing Saydnaya through echoes and memory24:29 – The role of sound in documenting Hind Rajab’s heartbreaking story29:31– The mental toll of dealing with traumatic subject matter34:40 – Earshot: Empowering journalists and activists with audio tools48:04 – Navigating suppression and censorship in the art world56:21– The unique skills and talent sought by the Earshot team#BaytCast #LawrenceAbuHamdan #SoundOfJustice #EarWitness #WarCrimes #HumanRights #Saydnaya #HindRajab #ShireenAbuAkleh #AlAhliHospital #AudioForJustice #PrivateEar #ArtActivism #MiddleEast #ForensicArchitecture #AcousticMemory #Earshot #Innovation
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  Apply Smart Not Hard! How To Hack ATS (with Filip Rideau) 27.07.2025 54min

  Salary myths, CV overcrowding, and an AI takeover! In this episode, Rabea Ataya sits down with Filip Rideau for an unfiltered deep dive into the Middle East job market’s hottest and most misunderstood trends. Discover why the “tax-free miracle” packages aren’t what they used to be, learn proven strategies for mid-career professionals eyeing a move to the GCC, and pick up insider hacks for cutting through the CV clutter and getting on a recruiter’s radar. Plus, get a behind-the-scenes look at how AI is quietly transforming hiring, from automating the first-pass screen to reshaping the entire talent ecosystem.🔔 Never miss an episode! We’ve got fresh, unfiltered conversations dropping every other week with the HR innovators and career champions you won’t hear anywhere else. Subscribe to BaytCast and ring the bell so you’re always in the room: / @baytcom 🎧 Listen on:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7sTLIVz...Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4jJu4wmAnghami: https://open.anghami.com/x3F7yekycTb00:00 – Intro01:51 – Is now a good time to job-hunt?04:24 – Local talent vs. expat recruitment06:05 – Mid-career moves: applying from abroad the smart way08:29 – Filip's15-year Middle East journey18:00 – Offshoring, localization, and the rise of RPO/MSP26:02 – Women in the workplace: UAE vs. Saudi progress28:29 – How to make your application stand out in 1,000+ CVs45:00 – Will AI cut headcount or create new roles?53:01 – Top rapid-fire industry trends#BaytCast #Recruitment #JobSearch #DubaiJobs #CareerTips #AIinHR #MiddleEastJobs #ManpowerGroup #CareerGrowth #GCCJobs
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  Don’t Focus On Salary — Focus On This (with Ahmad Rajab) 13.07.2025 1t

  Join Ahmed Rajab on a captivating journey through his career evolution, from a budding engineer to a visionary HR leader in some of Kuwait’s top brands. In this episode, he shares his valuable insights on making bold career pivots, the realities of working in Kuwait’s private and public sectors, and how AI is transforming the HR landscape. This conversation is a must-listen for anyone navigating career transitions or seeking to thrive in today’s evolving workforce.🔔 Never miss an episode! We’ve got fresh, unfiltered conversations dropping every other week with the HR innovators and career champions you won’t hear anywhere else. Subscribe to BaytCast and ring the bell so you’re always in the room: https://www.youtube.com/@Baytcom?sub_confirmation=1🎧 Listen on:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7sTLIVz8cTQBgCqSdxrZLb?si=Zs3QqELvTK2N3NYmXNvXDgApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4jJu4wmAnghami: https://open.anghami.com/x3F7yekycTb00:00 – Intro01:02 – From engineering to HR: the unexpected transition04:45 – Why “human skills” matter more than technical ones08:11 – Following passion despite societal pressure17:00 – The magic interview question26:01 – When is the right time to change jobs?29:29 – Advice on career focus: pay, recognition, learning32:16 – Public vs. private sector: a Kuwaiti perspective42:10 – Career advice for fresh graduates48:10 – The impact of AI on jobs and HR in Kuwait#BaytCast #CareerAdvice #HRLeadership #KuwaitJobs #JobSearchTips #CareerGrowth #PrivateSector #AIinHR #JobSearch
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  Most Candidates Fail In The First 60 Seconds — This Is Why (with Paul Bassil) 29.06.2025 1t

  From launching ventures in Lebanon to leading talent and education initiatives across the GCC, Paul Bassil’s journey is one of bold pivots and lasting impact. In this episode, he shares hard-won lessons on career growth, resilience, and the power of continuous learning. Hear his take on what today’s job market demands, how nationalization is reshaping opportunities in Saudi Arabia and Kuwait, and what young professionals must do now to build future-ready careers.🔔 Never miss an episode! We’ve got fresh, unfiltered conversations dropping every other week with the HR innovators and career champions you won’t hear anywhere else. Subscribe to BaytCast and ring the bell so you’re always in the room: https://www.youtube.com/@Baytcom?sub_confirmation=1🎧 Listen on:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7sTLIVz8cTQBgCqSdxrZLb?si=Zs3QqELvTK2N3NYmXNvXDgApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4jJu4wmAnghami: https://open.anghami.com/x3F7yekycTb00:00 – Intro05:25 – Transitioning from events to HR and education07:33 – Building people-first organizations16:01 – Challenges young professionals face today18:45 – What’s missing in today’s graduates25:31 – Nationalization in Saudi Arabia and Kuwait: opportunities vs. realities32:44 – The gap between education and employment35:12 – How universities can better prepare students37:40 – Advice for young professionals entering the workforce40:10 – Reflections on adaptability and growth#BaytCast #CareerAdvice #Entrepreneurship #LearningAndDevelopment #HRLeadership #KuwaitJobs #SaudiJobs #Nationalization #JobMarketTrends #YouthDevelopment #CareerGrowth #TalentAcquisition
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  Specialize In A Niche, And Opportunities Will Find You (with Helene Gaubert) 15.06.2025 1t

  Discover how Helene Gaubert transformed a London apprenticeship into a powerhouse HR career—now leading talent acquisition for one of Saudi Arabia’s top hospital networks. In this episode, she shares why emotional intelligence and agility outshine academic credentials, how her healthcare focus became her career superpower, and the secrets to thriving when you take your ambitions global.🔔 Never miss an episode! We’ve got fresh, unfiltered conversations dropping every other week with the HR innovators and career champions you won’t hear anywhere else. Subscribe to BaytCast and ring the bell so you’re always in the room: https://www.youtube.com/@Baytcom?sub_confirmation=1🎧 Listen on:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7sTLIVz8cTQBgCqSdxrZLb?si=Zs3QqELvTK2N3NYmXNvXDgApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4jJu4wmAnghami: https://open.anghami.com/x3F7yekycTb00:00 – Intro00:59 – Apprentice beginnings: choosing apprenticeship over university02:03 – Landing her first role sourcing doctors and nurses05:00 – Soft skills and cultural fit over degrees07:08 – Keyword hacks to make your CV pop09:22 – The journey from London to Dubai14:46 – Carving your niche: the power of specialization19:06 – Commissioning a 100-bed hospital team in Dubai24:01 – Hiring best practices: short and focused processes31:27 – Tips for women relocating to Saudi Arabia55:03 – Closing thoughts and Helina’s open inbox#BaytCast #TalentAcquisition #Apprenticeships #SoftSkills #CareerTransition #HealthcareHR #HRStrategy #CareerGrowth #MiddleEastJobs #WorkplaceCulture #WomenInLeadership #JobSearch
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  Self-awareness Is Your Career GPS (with Magdolin Boukhary) 31.05.2025 55min

  Dive into a values-driven journey with one of Saudi Arabia’s most influential HR leaders, Magdolin Boukhary. From her early sparks of self-awareness to coaching CEOs through career pivots, learn how to lead a career—and a life—rooted in clarity, growth, and authenticity.🔔 Never miss an episode! We’ve got fresh, unfiltered conversations dropping every other week with the HR innovators and career champions you won’t hear anywhere else. Subscribe to BaytCast and ring the bell so you’re always in the room: https://www.youtube.com/@Baytcom?sub_confirmation=1🎧 Listen on:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7sTLIVz8cTQBgCqSdxrZLb?si=Zs3QqELvTK2N3NYmXNvXDgApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4jJu4wmAnghami: https://open.anghami.com/x3F7yekycTb00:00 – Intro 00:18 – Magdolin's early passion for HR 02:03 – Lessons from her father’s interviews 05:37 – The coaching journey and tools 10:10 – Defining behavioural vs. ethical values 18:15 – First Saudi woman in HR challenges 32:02 – Today’s workplace hurdles for women 39:47 – Second-career and retirement pivots 48:12 – CV and interview blunders to avoid 52:02 – Advice for new graduates 55:03 – Closing thoughts#BaytCast #CareerCoaching #HR #WomenInHR #Jobs #JobSearchTips #Careers #Recruitment