

Dream, Girl
Sheen Gurrib
Hi, I am Dr. Sheen Gurrib and I want to play my part in supporting the next generation of empowered women. I'm lucky to have fascinating conversations with very inspiring and insightful female friends and family from around the world. So, on my podcast, I'm sharing these conversation with you. Join me every week as I chat to one of these wonderful women about their journey, their career choice and being a kick-ass woman in general!
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Apr 21, 2025 • 57min
From Broke to Millionaire at 26 | Money Mindsets with Afnan Khalifa
In this powerful episode, Afnan Khalifa shares her inspiring journey from humble beginnings to becoming a symbol of confidence, faith, and financial freedom. She opens up about lessons from her early jobs, how she embraced her voice, and the mindset shifts that transformed her life. Whether you're building your brand or navigating love and money, this one is full of real talk and raw gems.This episode is brought to you by Pepperstone, which provides trading on global markets through contracts for difference, enabling you to capitalise on price movements without buying the underlying instrument. If you want tight spreads, fast execution and dedicated local support, check out Pepperstone today by clicking down here:https://bit.ly/sheen-gurrib-cta-youtubeDisclaimer:CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. 75.9% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.This content is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Always do your own research and consult with a professional financial advisor before making any investment decisions.🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded: https://dubai.poddster.com/ 🎙️You can shop my preferred equipment here: https://amzn.to/41BvWkE🎵 Where I get my Music -https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/uot8qa/💌 Come and say hi: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/blogsWho am I:I am Dr. Sheen Gurrib and I want to play my part in supporting the next generation of empowered women. I am an entrepreneur, ex-strategy consultant, adjunct lecturer and content creator and the first Mauritian girl to have gone to both Oxford and Cambridge universities.

Apr 14, 2025 • 45min
The Truth About Crypto No One Tells Women | Dubai's Crypto Girl Maria Frackowiak
Welcome back to another episode from our Building Wealth for Women series brought to you by Pepperstone. From kiteboarding 150 days a year to building wealth through crypto — Maria has one of the most unexpected and inspiring journeys into the world of digital finance.In this episode, we talk about: 💸 How she made the leap from water sports to crypto🌍 Why she moved to Dubai to scale her wealth🚀 The most common myths about women and investing📉 Her biggest financial mistakes — and what they taught herPepperstone provides trading on global markets through contracts for difference, enabling you to capitalise on price movements without buying the underlying instrument. If you want tight spreads, fast execution and dedicated local support, check out Pepperstone today by clicking down here: https://bit.ly/sheen-gurrib-cta-youtubeDisclaimer:CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. 75.9% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.This content is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Always do your own research and consult with a professional financial advisor before making any investment decisions.🎙️You can shop my preferred equipment here: https://amzn.to/41BvWkE🎵 Where I get my Music -https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/uot8qa/💌 Come and say hi: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/blogsWho am I:I am Dr. Sheen Gurrib and I want to play my part in supporting the next generation of empowered women. I am an entrepreneur, ex-strategy consultant, adjunct lecturer and content creator and the first Mauritian girl to have gone to both Oxford and Cambridge universities.

Apr 7, 2025 • 47min
This Will Change How You Think About Wealth Forever | Sahil Bloom
This episode is part of our Building Wealth series with Pepperstone — but not in the way you might think.Sahil Bloom joins us to explore true wealth: the kind that goes beyond money. From redefining success and overcoming imposter syndrome to designing a meaningful life and embracing emotional resilience, this conversation uncovers the deeper dimensions of wealth — purpose, mindset, relationships, and identity.If you’re building more than just financial wealth — purpose, mindset, and freedom — this one’s for you.Pepperstone provides trading on global markets through contracts for difference, enabling you to capitalise on price movements without buying the underlying instrument. If you want tight spreads, fast execution and dedicated local support, check out Pepperstone today by clicking down here:https://bit.ly/sheen-gurrib-cta-youtubeDisclaimer:CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. 75.9% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.This content is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Always do your own research and consult with a professional financial advisor before making any investment decisions.🎙️You can shop my preferred equipment here: https://amzn.to/41BvWkE🎵 Where I get my Music -https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/uot8qa/💌 Come and say hi: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/blogsWho am I:I am Dr. Sheen Gurrib and I want to play my part in supporting the next generation of empowered women. I am an entrepreneur, ex-strategy consultant, adjunct lecturer and content creator and the first Mauritian girl to have gone to both Oxford and Cambridge universities.

Mar 31, 2025 • 58min
Money Habits Keeping You Poor & How To Build Wealth | Silvia Eldawi Ex-Director Real Estate
Welcome back to Building Wealth for Women series brought to you by Pepperstone with a powerhouse guest—Silvia Eldawi. From leaving corporate life as a Managing Director in Real Estate to building her own empire, Silvia has navigated career shifts, moved countries, and mastered the money mindset needed to create wealth on her own terms and she is a fellow podcaster!In this episode we explored: retirement plans, crypto vs real estate and we deep dived into investment strategies especially for real estate. We also touched on financial equality in relationships and what does 50:50 mean. Pepperstone provides trading on global markets through contracts for difference, enabling you to capitalise on price movements without buying the underlying instrument. If you want tight spreads, fast execution and dedicated local support, check out Pepperstone today by clicking down here:https://bit.ly/sheen-gurrib-cta-youtubeDisclaimer:CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. 75.9% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.This content is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Always do your own research and consult with a professional financial advisor before making any investment decisions.🎙️You can shop my preferred equipment here: https://amzn.to/41BvWkE🎵 Where I get my Music -https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/uot8qa/💌 Come and say hi: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/blogsWho am I:I am Dr. Sheen Gurrib and I want to play my part in supporting the next generation of empowered women. I am an entrepreneur, ex-strategy consultant, adjunct lecturer and content creator and the first Mauritian girl to have gone to both Oxford and Cambridge universities.

Mar 24, 2025 • 42min
Why the Rich are Buying Gold Again | Economics Editor of The Times Mehreen Khan
Welcome to the "Building Wealth series" sponsored by Pepperstone! We’re joined by one of the sharpest minds in economics — Mehreen Khan, the Economics Editor at The Times.From Brussels to London, Mehreen has reported on everything from EU politics to global markets, and here she’s breaking down what’s really going on with wealth, gold, and where smart money is heading in 2025. In this episode, we talk about how the world’s elite are moving their money, why gold is suddenly back in the spotlight, and what this all means for you — whether you're just getting started or looking to protect what you’ve built. Let’s get into it.Pepperstone provides trading on global markets through contracts for difference, enabling you to capitalise on price movements without buying the underlying instrument. If you want tight spreads, fast execution and dedicated local support, check out Pepperstone today by clicking down here:https://bit.ly/sheen-gurrib-cta-youtubeDisclaimer:CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. 75.9% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.This content is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Always do your own research and consult with a professional financial advisor before making any investment decisions.🎙️You can shop my preferred equipment here: https://amzn.to/41BvWkE🎵 Where I get my Music -https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/uot8qa/💌 Come and say hi: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/blogsWho am I:I am Dr. Sheen Gurrib and I want to play my part in supporting the next generation of empowered women. I am an entrepreneur, ex-strategy consultant, adjunct lecturer and content creator and the first Mauritian girl to have gone to both Oxford and Cambridge universities.

Mar 11, 2025 • 25min
The Truth About Being a Woman in a Male-Dominated Industry | Jessica Hawkins
In this special episode, brought to you by Pepperstone, filmed at the Aston Martin F1 Team in Silverstone, UK, I get to chat with Jessica Hawkins! Jessica isn’t just breaking barriers—she’s accelerating through them! As a driver for the Aston Martin F1 Academy, former W Series racer, and a professional stunt driver (yes, James Bond level stunts!), Jessica’s journey in motorsport is nothing short of inspiring. In this episode, we dive into her career, the challenges of women in motorsport, and what it really takes to make it to the top.Pepperstone provides trading on forex, ETFs, commodities, shares and whole indices, through contracts for difference, which enable you to capitalise on market movements without buying the underlying instrument. It’s where better trades. If you're serious about trading, check it out: https://ad.doubleclick.net/ddm/trackclk/N800570.5596969SHEENGURRIB/B33305799.415767080;dc_trk_aid=608138838;dc_trk_cid=230848625;dc_lat=;dc_rdid=;tag_for_child_directed_treatment=;tfua=;gdpr=${GDPR};gdpr_consent=${GDPR_CONSENT_755};ltd=;dc_tdv=1Disclaimer:CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. 75.9% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.This content is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Always do your own research and consult with a professional financial advisor before making any investment decisions.🎙️You can shop my preferred equipment here: https://amzn.to/41BvWkE🎵 Where I get my Music -https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/uot8qa/💌 Come and say hi: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/blogsWho am I:I am Dr. Sheen Gurrib and I want to play my part in supporting the next generation of empowered women. I am an entrepreneur, ex-strategy consultant, adjunct lecturer and content creator and the first Mauritian girl to have gone to both Oxford and Cambridge universities.

Feb 24, 2025 • 1h 1min
If You’re Anxious, Single & High Achiever, Watch This | Prashasti Singh
Are Women Funnier Than Men? Stand-up comedian Prashasti Singh joins me for a raw, unfiltered conversation on Dream, Girl! We dive deep into:💭 Anxiety as high achievers – Why success doesn’t always quiet the self-doubt🎤 Being your own boss as a creative – The real struggles of making it on your own🗣️ Breaking the language barrier – Thriving when English isn’t your first language💔 Loneliness in your 30s – Navigating singlehood when society expects otherwise⏳ Marriage’s ‘expiration date’ for Desi women – Is the pressure real or self-imposed?😂 Her comedy career & the big question: Are women actually funnier than men?This episode is packed with honesty, humor, and hard-hitting truths. Whether you’re a creative, a single woman, or just someone figuring life out—this one’s for you.You can find Prashasti here:https://www.instagram.com/prashastisingh/?hl=enhttps://www.youtube.com/ @PrashastiSinghStandup 🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded: https://dubai.poddster.com/ 🎙️You can shop my preferred equipment here: https://amzn.to/41BvWkE🎵 Where I get my Music -https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/uot8qa/💌 Come and say hi: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/blogsWho am I:I am Dr. Sheen Gurrib and I want to play my part in supporting the next generation of empowered women. I am an entrepreneur, ex-strategy consultant, adjunct lecturer and content creator and the first Mauritian girl to have gone to both Oxford and Cambridge universities.

Feb 17, 2025 • 1h 18min
Why Modern Dating Is Broken: Masculinity, Culture & Identity | Nadir Nahdi
In this episode, I have a lovely catch up with Nadir Nahdi. We talk about the the pivot from academia to creative careers, we deep dive into cultural identities and how they impact our choice of life partners and we also get into the depth of masculinity and the modern men! Nadir is a great story teller and is great at building communities wherever he goes! It was awesome to hear more about his work and his approach to life! Tune in! More about Nadir here:https://www.instagram.com/nadir.nahdi/?hl=enhttps://www.beni.space/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaaCrlDFo2SeGBfW55G9qAvx8GAV0jHYjD55xU5Rb7m3sjKd94-EU802XtE_aem_3paPCLE4ml3yPvJ59NA7aw🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded: https://dubai.poddster.com/ 🎙️You can shop my preferred equipment here: https://amzn.to/41BvWkE🎵 Where I get my Music -https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/uot8qa/💌 Come and say hi: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/blogsWho am I:I am Dr. Sheen Gurrib and I want to play my part in supporting the next generation of empowered women. I am an entrepreneur, ex-strategy consultant, adjunct lecturer and content creator and the first Mauritian girl to have gone to both Oxford and Cambridge universities.

Feb 10, 2025 • 56min
Psychologist Explains Life Changing Habits for Self-Improvement | Dr Saliha Afridi
In this episode, we have an incredible chat with Dr Saliha Afridi, a well-known clinical psychologist and mental health advocate with over 20 years of experience. We talk about avoiding burnout, and finding the way to listen to our inner guide, and also touch in depth, the mental health challenges that social media and the digital age have brought onto our generation. I loved this conversation, and I'm sure you will too! 🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded: https://dubai.poddster.com/ Find out more about Dr Saliha:https://www.instagram.com/drsalihaafridi/?hl=en🎙️You can shop my preferred equipment here: https://amzn.to/41BvWkE🎵 Where I get my Music -https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/uot8qa/💌 Come and say hi: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/blogsWho am I:I am Dr. Sheen Gurrib and I want to play my part in supporting the next generation of empowered women. I am an entrepreneur, ex-strategy consultant, adjunct lecturer and content creator and the first Mauritian girl to have gone to both Oxford and Cambridge universities.

Feb 3, 2025 • 41min
Skincare Myths DEBUNKED by Skin Expert | Dr Hasia
In this episode we deep dive into skincare: the good, the bad and the ugly. Dr. Hasia, a highly respected and award-winning skin and aesthetic doctor from the UK, who is now in Dubai. We have such a great conversation where she challenges all I thought I knew about skincare, and we deep dive into the impact of culture and society on beauty expectations. 🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded: https://dubai.poddster.com/ Check out Dr Hasia here:https://www.instagram.com/doctorhasia/?hl=en🎙️You can shop my preferred equipment here: https://amzn.to/41BvWkE🎵 Where I get my Music -https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/uot8qa/💌 Come and say hi: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/blogsWho am I:I am Dr. Sheen Gurrib and I want to play my part in supporting the next generation of empowered women. I am an entrepreneur, ex-strategy consultant, adjunct lecturer and content creator and the first Mauritian girl to have gone to both Oxford and Cambridge universities.