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Mayman Show | S7 E8 | Faisal Sultan - President of Lucid Middle East

Today, we’re joined by Faisal Sultan, the President of Lucid Motors Middle East—a key figure driving the region’s electric vehicle transformation. With a strong background in automotive engineering and business leadership, Faisal is at the forefront of Lucid’s expansion, including the company’s first international manufacturing facility in Saudi Arabia.

 

His work not only supports the Kingdom’s ambitious sustainability goals but also helps shape the identity of Lucid as a premium, Saudi-rooted global brand.

 

Mayman Show | S7 E7 | Gwendal Poullennec - International Director of the Michelin Guidee

With a mind for strategy and a palate shaped by curiosity, Gwendal Poullennec has quietly redefined the future of fine dining. From launching Michelin's first-ever Tokyo guide to steering its digital transformation, he’s helped bring the iconic red book to 45 destinations around the world.

Known for his motto “On the move”, he embodies the spirit of discovery — biking thousands of kilometers a year and finishing dishes not out of hunger, but wonder. He leads with discipline, but eats with joy.

Mayman Show | S7 E6 | Eman Gazzaz - Saudi Chef and Food Blogger

She’s not just a home cook — she’s a cultural bridge, an artist, and a mother of three who’s turning simple dishes into soulful stories.

Growing up as the daughter of a Saudi ambassador, Eman Gazzaz once dreamed of becoming an ambassador herself — and in many ways, she did. But instead of politics, she chose food as her language, and the kitchen as her embassy.

From a childhood spent across continents to a YouTube kitchen that feels like home, Eman has taken it upon herself to show the world what real Saudi food — and real Saudi women — are all about.

Mayman Show | S7 E5 | Reem Al Bliwi - Saudi TV Presenter

Reem Al Bliwi is one of Saudi Arabia’s youngest and most recognizable TV presenters today. Bursting onto the scene through “Studio SBC”, she quickly earned her spot in the national spotlight with her poise and presence.

With a background in modeling and a mixed cultural identity shaped by her Mexican mother and Saudi father, Reem brings a unique blend of confidence, curiosity, and cross-cultural understanding to her work.

Mayman Show | S7 E4 | Hussein Fakhri - CCO & Executive Producer at Katara Studios

Hussein Fakhri is the Chief Commercial Officer and Executive Producer at Katara Studios, the Doha-based production powerhouse behind regionally iconic projects like The Lost Chapter of Kelileh & Demneh and the ceremonies for the FIFA Arab Cup. But before that, Hussein started out in Dublin, pioneering digital advertising in a market far from his cultural roots.

Today, he’s leading Katara’s mission to produce bold, meaningful, and globally resonant stories — all from an unapologetically Arab perspective

 

Mayman Show | S7 E3 | DJ Viva Saudi-Canadian DJ and Music Producer

DJ Viva is a trailblazing performer and cultural catalyst redefining the creative scene in Saudi Arabia and beyond. She has lit up major stages across the Kingdom and internationally, opening for global icons such as David Guetta. With Saudi and Canadian roots, her genre-fluid sets blend global energy and leave lasting impact.

As one of the few women leading the region’s artistic evolution, DJ Viva is more than a performer—she’s a visionary shaping the future of culture in the Middle East.

 

Tune in The Mayman Show for more on this special season.

Mayman Show | S7 E2 | Bill Connor, Media Trainer and Former White House Correspondent

Bill Connor is a seasoned media trainer and former White House correspondent with over 20 years of experience coaching senior executives, public officials, and leaders on how to communicate effectively in high-stakes environments. As the founder and CEO of Three Media Consultancy, he’s trained individuals across the globe—from the U.S. to the Middle East—helping them master the art of presentations, speeches, and media interviews.

Tune in The Mayman Show for more on this special season.

Episode V: 2016–2025 | The 50th Anniversary Podcast

Arab News 50th anniversary podcast: Recounting the moments that changed the Middle East. Powered by Google's NotebookLM AI tool.

Episode V: 2016–2025
King Salman reigns, Vision 2030 unveiled, Abraham Accords signed, Saudi-Iran ties restored

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Episode IV: 2005–2015 | The 50th Anniversary Podcast

Arab News 50th anniversary podcast: Recounting the moments that changed the Middle East. Powered by Google's NotebookLM AI tool.

Episode IV: 2005–2015
Rafik Hariri assassinated, Arab Spring uprisings erupt, Saudi women win driving rights

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Episode III: 1995–2004 | The 50th Anniversary Podcast

Arab News 50th anniversary podcast: Recounting the moments that changed the Middle East. Powered by Google's NotebookLM AI tool.

Episode III: 1995–2004
Taliban take Kabul, Khobar Towers bombed, Second Intifada erupts, 9/11 hits, US occupies Iraq

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