Afternoons with Helen Farmer

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• "My son used my credit card to buy AED10,000 worth of gaming add-ons" 02.06.2026 1ч 33мин

  Is your credit card safe from your kids? Edfundo's Simon Wing chats to Helen about financial literacy for kids. Leah Nicholls of Impulse Defence highlights the importance of teaching our girls self-defence skills before they go travelling.  Anthony White from Level Up gives us the lowdown on why strength training is a non-negotiable if you're on the weight loss jab.  The Mean Girl Syndrome: Why are girls so mean to each other, over skincare? Educators Nitasha Saxena and Natalie Herbert.  And finally, social media addiction is leading to mental disorders, according to Karen Hayre, a Dubai-based psychologist and licensed psychotherapist at The Psychiatry and Therapy Centre.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• Exclusive: Helen in conversation with H.E. Reem Al Hashimy 01.06.2026 20мин

  In an exclusive conversation on Dubai Eye 103.8, Helen asks Her Excellency Reem Al Hashimy, UAE Minister of State for International Cooperation, about her role in government and what motherhood means during challenging times. Catch the full interview on Dubai Eye 103.8's YouTube channel.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• PCOS is now PMOS: Why is it a big deal? 01.06.2026 1ч 11мин

  Helen chats to Georgie Ricks, the woman behind the community It's A PCOS Party, and Dr. OBGYN Dr. Nana Wyberg of Health Bay Clinic.  Can you reverse your biological age? Dr. Mishkat Shehata of OMICS Clinic explains.  Transguard is the first huge organisation to announce adoption and guardianship leave for its employees. Nick Beer and Rachel Tutungi tell Helen how they planned for it.  Rejoin's Mandy Sanger tells us why her group is on a mission to educate mothers returning to work, with a focus on teaching them about AI. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• Preparing our teens for uni 28.05.2026 1ч 8мин

  Many families are looking for healthier ways for teens to build confidence, independence and real-world skills. Teenovation is one UAE initiative trying to tackle exactly that through volunteering, internships, leadership projects, entrepreneurship and social activities for teenagers.us is Founder Margareta Luis joins Helen in the studio.  Plus: Employers and educators are increasingly talking about the “readiness gap” - young people who may be academically strong, but feel overwhelmed by independence, pressure, interviews, communication, or simply backing themselves outside the classroom. This summer, a new two-day UAE bootcamp aims to tackle exactly that. The University Edge Intensive takes place at Dubai World Trade Centre in June - Founder Swarnima Guha and Jazz Ferguson tell Helen how they're helping students prepare not just for university, but for life beyond it. And finally, is Buy Now Pay Later a good idea? Steve Cronin, founder of DeadSimpleSaving.com, gives us the lowdown on how these platforms can benefit us, and what pitfalls we need to avoid. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• "I was with John Krasinski in Dubai." 26.05.2026 1ч 42мин

  That's one experience of pilot-turned-actor Khalid Saeed as he was in a scene alongside John Krasinski in the new Jack Ryan: Ghost War film shot right here in Dubai. We get to know his journey and challenges moving from the cockpit to film sets. We also discuss how teenage girls can build self-respect while navigating social media, shifting expectations and everyday challenges of adolescence with Dr Katherine Iscoe. Fertility struggles and IVF were also covered on the show today, hearing from clinical embryologist Maria Banti and IVF mum Dana. Plus, relief and grief - we look at the two sides of what people feel following their mental health diagnosis.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• The problem with kids and skincare 25.05.2026 43мин

  Why are kids so into skincare? Dr Ankita Tuknayat, Specialist Dermatology at Aster Clinic unpacks the dangers posed by skincare products to young children. Plus - Byron James, partner at Expatriate Law, takes us behind the scenes of a case of child abandonment. What is the interstitium? Dr. Nas Al Jafari. Co-Founder Of DNA Health, explains.  And finally. Dubai residents are getting busy preparing for the Eid holidays, according to Aida Al Busaidy, Associate Vice President of Consumer Advocacy at Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• What's it like working under Jason Atherton?  22.05.2026 1ч 42мин

  Chef Nathan Dors is Head Chef at City Social and Chef Daniel Birk from Row on 45 tell Helen how they startd in the kitchen, and what it's like working under Jason Atherton.Plus: Getting to know new food outlets Zoey's Cafe, Bobi Bowl and Dear Dumpling.Japanese cafe Bocasu has a YouTube miniseries - we get to know the team behind it. Emirati founder Mohammed Kazim tells us sandal brand Tamashee is more than a sandal brand and more of a cultural statement.What does it take to become an award-winning chef? World Vegetarian Champion Chef Surabhi Suri tells us.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• Future careers for our kids  21.05.2026 1ч 1мин

  What do children really want to be when they grow up? We explore why more young people are looking at careers in IT and cybersecurity, with insights from a cybersecurity lecturer at De Montfort University Dubai. Career counsellor Maria V explains why parents need to help children understand the world of work without pushing them into paths they don’t want.  And Tyler Edmonds from the School of Popular Music shares how guitar, singing and performance can build confidence, creativity and self-expression in kids.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• Breathe better, live better! 20.05.2026 1ч 38мин

  This spring, take a deep breath—literally! Explore proper breathing techniques and pulmonary care; Celebrate World HR Day by prioritizing workplace well-being; Navigate the challenges of UAE work insurance and rising healthcare costs; And refresh your life with a spring wardrobe declutter. Plus, taking you to Terra at Expo City Dubai to literally “Know Your Roots”. Health, work, finances, and style—time to reset it all.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• Are we giving our kids weight loss jabs? 20.05.2026 1ч 9мин

  Experts say GLP-1 injections are one option to treat obesity among children, as explained by Dr. Reham Ghanim, Pediatric Endocrinologist at Metabolic. Scientists at New York University Abu Dhabi have also discovered a protein that could further explain why some people gain weight more easily than others. And what is the secret to a lasting marriage? Dr. Sarah Rasmi of Thrive Wellbeing Centre says it may actually be a lot simpler than you think.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• A magic sleep pill that cures insomnia? 18.05.2026 1ч 40мин

  Helen uncovers the science of sleep and learns more about this new pill with Dr. Mohammad Nami, Associate Professor of Cognitive Neuroscience and Clinical Neuropsychology at the School of Health Sciences and Psychology. Plus: A divorce registry? Olivia Howell, divorce lawyer says, 'why not? The Swatch X AP craze has gone overboard, causing the launch of the watch led in Dubai. What's behind this frenzy?  Legal Hour: Lawyer Ammar El Banna warns against signing on the dotted line before reading the fine print.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• Akira Back's Chef Gio  15.05.2026 1ч 36мин

  Helen is live from one of Dubai’s most talked-about dining destinations - Akira Back at W Dubai – The Palm - and if you’ve ever wondered how chefs balance fine dining with making people actually feel comfortable and welcome, this is the conversation for you.Joining her is Chef Giovanni Ledon, Chef de Cuisine at Akira Back. Born and raised in Las Vegas, Chef Gio worked under celebrity chef Bobby Flay before spending seven years refining his skills with Chef Akira Back at Yellowtail in the Bellagio, eventually bringing that modern Japanese cuisine with Korean influence here to Dubai.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• More women are freelancing, and it's good for them 14.05.2026 1ч 4мин

  Career development specialist Shazia Bharuchi tells us why freelancing is a great set up for women.Meanwhile, should we re think traditional exams? We hear from Dr. Ruba Tabari, Senior Educational Psychologist at The Developing Child Centre and inclusion expert Louise Dawson. Writer Sahira Dharamshi wrote YA novel Who Am I? to explore themes around teenage mental health concerns. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• The cost of raising a child in the UAE  13.05.2026 1ч 32мин

  Have you crunched the numbers on how much raising your children is costing you? Personal finance experts Jay Tolentino and Carol Glynn join Helen in studio to make sense of the numbers.Plus, is homeschooling the future? Leisa Grace Wilson of TEACH ME weighs in. Dr. Michael Ryan, Dubai's Hair Doctor, tells us why you're losing your hair over a stressful life event. And finally, Richard Waind of Better Homes shares with us the latest list of 50 Best Homes in the UAE.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• See you at the next menopause mixer 13.05.2026 1ч 27мин

  Menopause doesn't have to be grim, just ask those who signed up to attend a menopause mixer, organised by Donna Howarth, Founder & CEO, Middle East Menopause Organisation.Plus, we debunk some cancer myths with Dr. Heidi Kussmann, a board-certified naturopathic oncology physician and Dr. Mishkat Shehata, Chief Medical Officer of OMICS Precision Health, CEO of Cellcolabs UAE, Founding Member and Vice President of the Emirates Lifestyle and Longevity Medicine Society (ELLMS), Executive Committee.And finally, do you feel like you always need to be "high-performing"? That's causing a lot of anxeity, according to Dr. Ritu Gupta, clinical psychologist.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• Legal Hour: Wills, inheritance and guardianship 11.05.2026 1ч 43мин

  Recent legal reforms in the UAE have changed the landscape for non-Muslim expats, but there’s still huge confusion around whether wills are now effectively essential, what happens if you die intestate, and whether your wishes will actually be followed. Jazmine Stevenson, Head of Real Estate at Kashwani Law Firm, provides clarity on these new legal reforms. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• What does community look like in the UAE right now? 08.05.2026 1ч 39мин

  Broadcasting live from ICD Brookfield Place, and exploring everything from Abu Dhabi’s growing arts scene and Dubai’s independent food community to a chef-turned-cookie entrepreneur, the return of the Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride, plus the family events helping inspire the city’s next generation of readers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• Rewilding the self 07.05.2026 40мин

  After a major life crisis - illness, loss, trauma, or even a quiet but profound shift - there’s often an expectation that we “get back to normal.” But what if normal no longer exists? Helen asks Catherine Asta, author of Still Living: Rewilding the Self After the Climb  Plus, we settle some nerves, asking the experts about university admissions and exam season stress.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• Is it you - or is it the world? 06.05.2026 1ч 12мин

  It's easy to feel overwhelmed or like you're struggling to keep up with demands - but a new book argues it's not you, it's your ancient wiring. Helen gets the lowdown - and some comfort - from Dr Paul Goldsmith, author of The Evolving Brain.Plus, we dive into the realities of working through uncertainty with HR and recruitment experts Rohini Balla Gill and David MacKenzie...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
• The reality of home schooling's return 05.05.2026 1ч 41мин

  It's the news that noone wanted - but what does the return to homeschooling really mean for kids, teachers and parents alike? Helen asks the expertsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.