Morning Drive

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• The Business Opportunity in Camel Milk 22.07.2026 23นาที

  Camel milk is moving from niche to mainstream, with demand growing across international markets as consumers look for new health focused and sustainable food choices. Joining Tim Elliott is Mudassar Yasin, the Founder of Hump Group, established in Birmingham in 2015, whose journey began in Dubai and has helped put camel milk on the global map through education, advocacy and international partnerships.
• Your Phone Battery Could Be Costing Restaurants Money 21.07.2026 19นาที

  New data from Dubai power bank sharing platform Ray reveals low phone battery levels slash restaurant revenues during evening dining peaks. Speaking to Tim Elliott, co-founders Igor Kosolap and Roman Averianov discuss changing consumer behaviour and explain how rapid charging infrastructure safeguards hospitality check sizes in the Middle East region.
• From Corporate Boardrooms to... Motorsport? 20.07.2026 23นาที

  Corporate executives Alan VanderMolen and Jon de Jager step into the pit lane as co-founders of Dutch Brothers Racing. Speaking with Tim Elliott, the duo reveals how they are converting decades of elite leadership and financial discipline into a purpose-driven, content-led motorsport enterprise.
• Why Budgeting Fails—and What You Should Do Instead 20.07.2026 34นาที

  Tim Elliott and Independent Financial Consultant James Thomas dissect a BBC report on Lloyds Bank CEO Charlie Nunn’s controversial personal finance advice. They explore why manual budgeting fails, the risks of social media ‘finfluencers’, and how automated savings offer UAE residents a practical defence against high living costs.
• Global Hiring Slowdown: What It Means for Candidates 16.07.2026 48นาที

  As global recruitment giants face staggering profit falls and regional office closures, a hiring slowdown is gripping major international markets. Presenter Tim Elliott sits down with David Mackenzie, Managing Director of Mackenzie Jones Middle East, to analyse these shifting macroeconomic trends and unpack what this cooling landscape means for local job seekers.
• Gold Expert Projects Surge Past $5,000 Mark 16.07.2026 22นาที

  Tim Elliott is joined by Monetary Metals’ Jeff Rhodes to analyse the global gold market’s resilient performance amidst inflation fears and looming interest rate hikes. Despite recent sharp corrections, Rhodes projects a highly bullish future with central banks continuing to buy, predicting gold will comfortably breach the $5,000 mark.
• MENA's Auto Slowdown. Who Is Still Buying Cars? 15.07.2026 21นาที

  Halfway through 2026, the MENA automotive sector is facing a sharp 3.9% decline in vehicle sales. Presenter Tim Elliott sits down with Anna-Marie Baisden, Head of Autos and Infrastructure Research, BMI, to unpack a story of extreme divergence, examining how shipping disruptions and geopolitical strain are punishing some markets whilst others show surprising resilience.
• Why Landlords Prefer Empty Homes Over Flexible Pay 15.07.2026 49นาที

  Dubai’s rental market is moving toward a more modern, flexible future. Speaking on Mira Business FM today, EVA Real Estate’s Mario Volpi tells Tim Elliott that while some premium landlords are still holding on to traditional single-cheque payments, the growing demand for European-style monthly rent is paving the way for exciting, tenant-friendly options that will ultimately make Dubai an even more attractive place to live.
• USD 375 Million Deal to Power the Middle East's Clean Energy Growth 15.07.2026 27นาที

  UAE-based energy transition platform Positive Zero has closed a landmark non-recourse debt facility of up to $375 million, marking a major milestone for the region's decentralized utility sector. Host Tim Elliott is joined by David Auriau, CEO of Positive Zero, to analyze how this structured financing—arranged with Natixis CIB and The Arab Energy Fund—aims to accelerate solar, energy efficiency, and clean mobility projects across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Oman, and Qatar.
• Is Georgia the Plan B of Dubai Investors? 14.07.2026 20นาที

  Is Georgia the new frontier for luxury real estate? Following a high-profile Mira Verde launch in Tbilisi, Luxe Vista Properties CEO Ajay Menon sits down with Tim Elliott. He analyses why major UAE developers are aggressively targeting the market, offering investors premium, fully serviced master communities at a fraction of European capital prices.
• Can Your Investments Survive the US-Iran Crisis? 14.07.2026 25นาที

  Fresh tensions between the US and Iran are rattling global markets once again, and raising fresh questions about inflation, interest rates, and where investors should put their money next. As geopolitical risks return to the spotlight, what should investors expect in the weeks ahead? Joining Tim Elliott is Ryan Lemand, Founder and CEO of Neovision Wealth Management, with insights on navigating today's uncertain market landscape.
• Peace on Hold: What the US-Iran Escalation Means for Business 13.07.2026 22นาที

  Fresh uncertainty hangs over the Middle East as US-Iran escalations transform into a conditional war over the strategic Strait of Hormuz. Tim Elliott speaks with Dr Zeidon Alkinani, Founding Director of the Arab Perspectives Institute, to analyse whether Oman’s talks offer a temporary truce or permanent scars for regional security, business resilience, and global investor confidence.
• Can Emirati Ingredients Become a Global Food Trend? 13.07.2026 17นาที

  One UAE entrepreneur believes dates and camel milk could be the foundation of a new generation of premium, high protein snacks, while also supporting food security, local manufacturing and sustainable innovation. Joining Tim Elliott is Rashid Gargash, Founder of Rashtions, the homegrown nutrition brand reimagining regional ingredients for modern consumers.
• Will Gold Prices Go Up? 11.07.2026 30นาที

  Tim Elliott speaks with gold expert Jeff Rhodes of Monetary Metals about the forces shaping the gold market. They discuss recent price movements, interest rates, inflation, geopolitical tensions and what could determine whether gold continues to climb in the months ahead.
• How Do You Keep a 130 Year Old Business Relevant? 11.07.2026 23นาที

  Tim Elliott speaks with Nahel Selo, Creative Director of Sedar Global, about how a company founded in 1892 continues to thrive. They discuss innovation, changing consumer expectations, global expansion, design leadership and the challenge of keeping a heritage business relevant in a fast moving world.
• Low Credit Scores: What They Really Cost 11.07.2026 25นาที

  Tim Elliott welcomes independent financial consultant James Thomas to explore the implications of having a low credit score. They discuss borrowing, mortgages, business finance, rebuilding financial confidence, practical steps for improvement, and common misconceptions, helping listeners make informed decisions for a stronger financial future with realistic guidance and lasting resilience.
• Are You Bored at Work? 09.07.2026 46นาที

  Are you bored at work? It might not be laziness—it could be the first sign of burnout. Mackenzie Jones MD David Mackenzie joins Tim Elliott on Mira Business FM to expose how aggressive "grind culture" is backfiring across the Middle East, and why corporate stability depends on shifting toward mental wellbeing.
• Ever Wonder How Your Delivery Arrives So Fast? 09.07.2026 26นาที

  In this exclusive interview, Mira Business FM presenter Tim Elliott sits down with Constantin Kodsi, Director of Logistics for Talabat UAE. They pull back the curtain on a massive operation handling millions of regional customers. Kodsi reveals the complex machine-learning models, driver welfare frameworks, and rigorous forecasting driving their seamless delivery network.
• How UAE Universities are Transforming Vacation into Career Launchpads 09.07.2026 20นาที

  As global employers demand real-world readiness, the traditional summer break is transforming into a critical career launchpad. Tim Elliott tackles the perennial graduate employability discussion with Dr Anita Patankar, Executive Director, Symbiosis International University Dubai. 
• WhatsApp’s New Privacy Feature Weaponised by Cybercriminals, Experts Warn 09.07.2026 25นาที

  As WhatsApp rolls out its highly anticipated username feature to boost user privacy, cybersecurity experts are warning of a potential disaster. Cyronel founder Nikita Astionov joins Tim Elliott to unpack how automated AI-driven fraud and sophisticated impersonation tactics are transforming this privacy tool into a dangerous new weapon for cybercriminals.