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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Dec 26, 2019 • 43min
#57: Dr Shefali Tsabary - The Secret to Becoming a Better Parent
I'm so excited to bring you this episode. I've been following Dr Shefali for the longest time, and she is incredible. An acclaimed author, clinical psychologist, and international speaker - she travels the world helping people to improve their lives. In this interview, Dr Shefali and I spoke about friends, family, marriage and how to detach from fear, and we also delve into my own family life and how her advice might help.
Dec 24, 2019 • 15min
#56: John Lee - Social Media Secrets and Becoming a Wealth Dragon
John Lee is the CEO of Wealth Dragons PLC, an incredible platform that allows anyone on earth to use their knowledge and expertise to generate an income online! In this Interview we chatted about the process of taking his company public, and how his journey with social media has contributed to his success.
Dec 19, 2019 • 23min
#55: Awfa Mustafa - Changing People's Lives Through Personal Development and Learning
I am so very pleased to have the incredible Awfa Mustafa, CEO of Najahi Events on the show. Not only the sponsor of the podcast, but also a good friend. Some of the greatest leaders in business have attributed their success to constant learning and self-development, and as the first personal development events organisation in the region Awfa's journey with Najahi hasn't been an easy one.
Dec 12, 2019 • 5min
#54: Gary Vaynerchuk - What is your true purpose?
The one and only Gary Vaynerchuk, author, entrepreneur, investor, motivational speaker, and social media master came on my podcast! I asked Gary about selling my company and his answer will really get you thinking - What's Your Purpose In Life? I can't tell you just how much I enjoyed even the short few moments I got to sit down and speak to him. I spoke to him about his advice on selling my company, what I should be doing about it, why Tiktok is so addictive, and even got a priceless piece of Gary Vee memorabilia.
Dec 7, 2019 • 5min
November Strategy Review - How to Win using Innovation, Strategy, and Momentum
It's time to review some of the challenges I've seen businesses facing, while consulting and training companies across the UAE in November. Here are the three big takeaways: 1) Companies have to get ahead of the market by innovating and diversifying. When market factors change, then your business has to be ready to adapt instead of being caught out! 2) It is a HUGE mistake to think that once you've tasted success, you can rest on your laurels. For every 'yes' I get for a new podcast guest, I've received plenty of 'no's. The real key to that success is to be consistent in building relationships and adding value. 3) The best way to maintain your results is by using momentum. Getting amazing results in January 2020 will be far easier for you if you use December 2019 to build up and accelerate into it! Not only will 2020 be better, but you'll also end 2019 on a high. As always I really value your feedback, so get in touch with me, send me a message on Instagram, Facebook, or LinkedIn if you've got any thoughts on my Strategy Review.
Dec 5, 2019 • 19min
#53: Tai Lopez - Can an old dog learn new tricks?
On this episode, I had a chance to sit down with the incredible Tai Lopez to talk about entrepreneurship, psychology, the learning styles of young and old, and what it really takes to reach the top by being self-aware. Tai is a social media guru, entrepreneur, investor, and motivational speaker who helps bring knowledge and inspiration to people all over the world.
Nov 30, 2019 • 13min
#52: Adrian Grenier - Hollywood Fame, and the True Cost of an Ocean Cleanup
Hollywood star of the hit show Entourage, Adrian Grenier talks to us about how and why we need an ocean cleanup. The environment and keeping the oceans clean is one of the biggest problems we face today, but how are we going to fix it? Adrian is using his fame as a platform to build on the progress being made in the world of sustainability. Starting with cleaning the oceans.
Nov 26, 2019 • 42min
#51: Noor Sweid - The Truth about Venture Capital
Noor Sweid, Founder of Global Ventures, is one of the most prominent venture capitalists in the Middle East and North Africa – and the only woman in the Middle East to lead a venture fund. In 2008, she made waves on a global stage, as the first female to lead an IPO in the region when her family's business was listed on the London Stock Exchange and the NASDAQ Dubai. In this interview with Noor, she talks us through her first IPO at the age of 25 and the story behind the rapid growth of Global Ventures, a leading VC company in Dubai.
Nov 20, 2019 • 57min
#50: Spencer's Sales Clinic with Danielle Suchley - 10 Mistakes People Make when Starting a Business
Are you in the process, or thinking of starting your own business? There are plenty of potential pitfalls involved, and learning from someone who's successfully done it will give you a fighting chance at being able to do it yourself. In this episode I spoke to Danielle Suchley, CEO of the Blue Sky Thinking Group about the steps that are required to build a solid foundation that will set you on the journey to starting a successful business!
Nov 14, 2019 • 54min
#49: Emkwan - How to Make Money from Social Media Content
Emkwan is an awesome YouTuber with over 100k subscribers, and all round content creator known for his lifestyle and tech content all over social media. He's worked with huge brands to help them bring a touch of modern content to their businesses. On this episode of my podcast, we sat down to talk about his approach to social media and content creation, as well as some of the real money-making opportunities that come with it.
