Made in Dubai with Spencer Lodge
Spencer Lodge
Formerly the Unscripted Podcast with Spencer Lodge
Join Spencer Lodge as he connects with the most fascinating personalities in Dubai. A city that rose from the desert sands to become one of the most ambitious, innovative and inspiring places on Earth. Behind its glittering skyline are people with stories just as extraordinary - pioneers, dreamers and doers who dared to turn bold visions into reality.
Made in Dubai is where those stories are told. Hosted by Spencer Lodge, each episode is a front-row seat to conversations with the people shaping the UAE's future — from business leaders and record-breakers to cultural icons and creative disruptors.
But this isn't just about their success. It's about the journey - the risks they took, the challenges they faced and the moments that defined them. It's about the unique magic of Dubai: a place where ambition meets opportunity, where cultures from around the world collide to create something truly special and where anything feels possible.
Whether you're an entrepreneur searching for your next big move, someone curious about life in the UAE or simply in need of inspiration, Made in Dubai is your invitation to step inside this vibrant city and meet the people who make it remarkable.
If it was made in Dubai, you'll hear it here.
Join Spencer Lodge as he connects with the most fascinating personalities in Dubai. A city that rose from the desert sands to become one of the most ambitious, innovative and inspiring places on Earth. Behind its glittering skyline are people with stories just as extraordinary - pioneers, dreamers and doers who dared to turn bold visions into reality.
Made in Dubai is where those stories are told. Hosted by Spencer Lodge, each episode is a front-row seat to conversations with the people shaping the UAE's future — from business leaders and record-breakers to cultural icons and creative disruptors.
But this isn't just about their success. It's about the journey - the risks they took, the challenges they faced and the moments that defined them. It's about the unique magic of Dubai: a place where ambition meets opportunity, where cultures from around the world collide to create something truly special and where anything feels possible.
Whether you're an entrepreneur searching for your next big move, someone curious about life in the UAE or simply in need of inspiration, Made in Dubai is your invitation to step inside this vibrant city and meet the people who make it remarkable.
If it was made in Dubai, you'll hear it here.
Episodes
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Jul 2, 2020 • 33min
#97: Jessica Cox On Being The Best Version Of Yourself & How To Embrace What You Have Got
Jessica Cox was born without arms, yet despite this obvious setback, she has gone on to achieve more in her 37 years than most people do in their entire lifetimes. Jessica is best known for becoming the first armless pilot in aviation history, earning herself a coveted Guinness World Record for flying an aircraft with only her feet. She is also the first armless black belt in the American Taekwondo Association and is an avid rock climber, scuba diver, surfer and piano player. In this episode, we discuss the skills that allowed her to achieve the seemingly impossible in her own, unique way. We talk about how she overcame her insecurities to be the best version of herself, where she gets her inspiration from and her journey to self-acceptance.
Jun 25, 2020 • 58min
#96: Dr John Demartini On How To Find Your Life Mission & Highest Values
On this week's episode of The Spencer Lodge Podcast, I am speaking with the legendary Dr John Demartini, the world's leading specialist in human behaviour and the best-selling author of over 40 books. This incredible interview covers everything that will help you be the best version of yourself. Dr Demartini shares what his personal goal is, the best piece of advice he lives by, and his tips for finding your true values and achieving your mission.
Jun 21, 2020 • 1h 7min
#95: Rob Moore – The Disruptive Entrepreneur On How To Invest In Real Estate After A Pandemic
This week on The Spencer Lodge Podcast, I am joined by brilliant Rob Moore. Rob is a renowned entrepreneur, investor, author of 6 bestselling books, a prolific podcaster, and a 3X World Record Holder for public speaking! In this packed episode, Rob and I share our opinions on Jordan Belfort, investing in the real estate market during a pandemic and advice for compounding your social media growth.
Jun 11, 2020 • 37min
#94: Tyrone Reid, CEO of Alabbar Enterprises on Managing 500 Employees & Dealing With The Covid-19 Impact
Tyrone Reid is the CEO of Alabbar Enterprises in the UAE, responsible for a team of 500 employees. In this episode, Tyrone and I speak about his journey from a head chef to moving into an C-level role, his advice for family businesses looking to take advantage of opportunities during the pandemic and why lightning speed is crucial in times of crisis.
Jun 8, 2020 • 34min
#93: Elena Cardone On Building Confidence During The Coronavirus Pandemic & Planning For The Future
This week on The Spencer Lodge Podcast I am speaking with Elena Cardone, an accomplished author, businesswoman, public speaker, empire builder and visionary. Elena shares where she focuses her time and energy in order to live her best life, the importance of confidence-building, her ability to plan for the future using wisdom and imagination, and why she's avoiding conspiracy theories.
Jun 4, 2020 • 27min
#92: David Meltzer: How Gratitude, Empathy, Accountability & Effective Communication Can Change Your Life
This week on The Spencer Lodge Podcast, I am joined by the brilliant David Meltzer. David is the co-founder of Sports 1 Marketing, is an international bestselling author and a top 100 Business Coach who works with some of the biggest professional athletes and sports teams in the world. David and I chat about how gratitude, empathy, accountability and communication can change your life, and how effective sales skills can create immeasurable value.
Jun 1, 2020 • 33min
#91: David Stockton On Covid-19, Mental Health & Supporting 14,000 Employees Through A Global Pandemic
This week on The Spencer Lodge Podcast I am speaking with the incredible David Stockton, CEO of Dulsco - a solutions provider that employs 14,000 employees worldwide. In this interview, David and I discuss how the company pivoted during the pandemic and what steps were taken to ensure the safety and mental and physical health of staff, clients and communities. He shares the three principles that he believes are essential for solid leadership, his predictions for the economy and the aviation industry, and his best career decisions.
May 28, 2020 • 40min
#90: Tomaso Rodriguez CEO Of Talabat Food Delivery Platform | The Coronavirus Impact & Supporting Businesses
Tomaso Rodriguez is the CEO of Talabat, the largest and most popular food delivery app in the MENA region. This week I am sitting down with Tomaso to discuss the impact that Covid-19 has had on the food delivery industry, the opportunities that exist for investing in companies during the financial crisis, his experience of running his own start-up to and what he believes makes a good leader.
May 25, 2020 • 50min
#89: Scott Welch On Becoming A World Heavyweight Champion | Behind The Scenes Of A Professional Boxer
This week on The Spencer Lodge Podcast, I am speaking with retired professional boxer Scott Welch. In this episode, we discuss his journey to becoming a World Heavyweight Champion, what it's like to fight for a £500,000 prize, retiring at age 31 and how the death of his sister-in-law inspired multiple charitable endeavours with WBC Cares. Demonstrating sheer will-power and determination, Welch has raised huge sums for charity, completing the 250-mile Marathon des Sables in the Sahara, climbing Kilimanjaro and has crossed the Atacama desert.
May 21, 2020 • 54min
#88: Brad Lea On How To Become A Master In Sales | Sell Anything To Anyone
Brad Lea is the founder, Chairman and CEO of LightSpeed VT, an 8-figure training and communications platform. He's the author of The Real Deal Lease training program, and host of "The Bottom Line" and "Dropping Bombs" podcast. In this episode, we discuss Brad's sales career after dropping out of high school, the best piece of advice he's ever received, and explains what inspired him to create Lightspeed VT and why his online learning system is the best for moving the needle in businesses.
