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.
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Aug 15, 2019 • 24min
#28: Darren Winters - From Successful Entrepreneur, to Broke, to Multi-Millionaire Trading Expert
Trading for a living is as simple as it sounds when Darren Winters tells you his secrets behind how to learn trading. The top trader from the UK takes you behind the curtain and tells his story of rags to riches. From a complete beginner to seven figures in trading in only a few years. When you find out why he had to learn so quickly, you'll be amazed at how quickly life can turn itself around. If entrepreneurship, risk-taking, and success is in your DNA, then this is the episode for you!
Aug 11, 2019 • 7min
#27: For the First Time Ever: Spencer's Strategy Review on the Podcast
For the first time ever, I am so excited to bring my slightly nerdy strategy review to the podcast. It's short, but packed with insights and advice. So, do let me know what you think once you've listened to it! July's review was a surprising one. I really didn't expect to have to repeat things 6 months down the line. I shouldn't need to explain why it's necessary for owners and business leaders to train their management and their sales staff, but so many businesses don't get it! The result that your business is looking for is possible if you would only consider the needs of your employees. I also realised after riding 560kms from London to Paris in three days, what it really means to be an entrepreneur. For those of you who are considering going out on your own, this will be really valuable advice. I'd love to know your thoughts on this review so drop me a comment below with anything interesting you picked up on in the month!
Aug 8, 2019 • 51min
#26: David Balfour - How to Truly Bring Brands to Life with an Experiential Creative Agency
David Balfour is not only a long-time friend, he is also a brilliant entrepreneur, and on this episode he discusses his journey in business, his own venture - Lightblue, an experiential creative agency that works with the likes of Playstation, Adidas, and Mercedes Benz! We also spent some time discussing our views on social media, how to use it effectively, and the entrepreneurs and thought leaders that we look up to!
Aug 1, 2019 • 37min
#25: Rawan Bin Hussain - The Overnight Success that Took a 19 Year Old from Bullies to Huge Brands
What's the best way to get revenge on a cheater? Show off your travels and creativity on social media of course! That was exactly what Rawan bin Hussain did, but fate and NBC (the american broadcast company) stepped in to show the world what she was doing! Growing her Instagram to over 3.6 million followers, this Palestinian-Kuwaiti social media superstar has taken the world by storm, and her story of how she got there is one that is truly amazing.
Jul 25, 2019 • 36min
#24: Paul O'Mahony - From Zero to 7000 Followers in a Week!
What would it take for you to get from zero to 7000 followers in one week? I spoke to someone who's done it! It's no wonder this guy's turning the social media industry on its head! Paul O'Mahony is a digital media specialist, mindset coach, and best-selling author of 'Rethink Social Media'. I sat down with him and dissected his thoughts on the future of the industry.
Jul 18, 2019 • 27min
#23: Liam Ryan - From Addict to Entrepreneur
This is a story of the triumph of optimism and hard work in the face of adversity. Liam Ryan is a property investor, entrepreneur, trainer, and host of The Deal Maker Podcast. Facing the depths of drug addiction and alcohol abuse early on in his life forced Liam to make some tough decisions that changed the course of his life completely. Liam now, with the help of his business partner, Jay Munoz, is teaching people how to invest and grow a property portfolio by practicing what they preach. His ability to diversify and leverage within the realms of business has made Liam a force to be reckoned with.
Jul 2, 2019 • 1h 12min
#22: Mahmoud AlBurai - From Palestinian Refugee to Hand-picked by Royalty
Mahmoud AlBurai has one of the most incredible stories I have ever had the privilege of hearing. Born in Palestine and destined for greatness one way or another - through tireless work and self-improvement, Mahmoud's journey has taken him across the globe; earning him 5 masters degrees, a Phd, and the recognition from His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President of the UAE, and Ruler of Dubai as a leader of future generations of the Arab world. He is currently serving as a Senior Advisor at Real estate Regulatory Agency of Dubai manadated to work on a plan to make Dubai more competitive. Before this role Mahmoud has served as the CEO of Dubai Real Estate Institute for 10 years in which the institute qualified 80,000 real estate professionals from the region. Amongst his prolific ventures, Mahmoud is FIABCI representative at the United Nations Economic Commission for West Asia (UNESCWA) and UNECE (Geneva). He is also the Chairman of UN Global Compact UAE since 2015 and represent MENA region in UN Global Compact advisory board since two years.
Jun 21, 2019 • 57min
#21: Farhad Azizi - Revolutionising a Property Development Empire with Animation Films
As the CEO of Azizi Developments, Farhad Azizi isn't following in his father's footsteps. He's changing course. With the help of his learnings of doing business in Asia, the Middle East and Europe and having studied in the United States - he's got a world view that is allowing him to guide Azizi Developments to new heights. I really enjoyed this episode, as Farhad is an incredibly down to earth guy who really has such an incredible vision and belief in where he can take the company; and when you've got the animation film, Monsters Inc., for inspiration, then you know something special is going to happen!
Jun 15, 2019 • 42min
#20: Greg Secker - What happened to the traveller's cheques on the Titanic?
Greg Secker is a self-made millionaire, having worked in foreign exchange and financial trading, before setting up Learn to Trade in 2003 to provide forex workshops and courses. Greg also owns SmartCharts software and the regulated brokerage, Capital Index. This episode of the podcast delves into Greg's background as an enterprising youngster - hiring his mates to wash cars when he was a child, how he borrowed five thousand pounds from his mum after learning about foreign exchange on trading floors in Toronto, and how being a magician that always revealed his tricks lead to him building a business teaching the world about forex trading.
May 28, 2019 • 22min
#19: John Lee - The Burnley-Born Social Media Guru On Course for a Billion-Dollar Business
Will working in a Chinese takeaway joint make you your first million? No, but the drive to break free from the rat race will. From minimum wage to multi-millionaire - John Lee - CEO and Founder of Wealth Dragons, has made it his mission to free people from the 9-5 routine. Hear him elaborate on overcoming hurdles in life and business, and the importance of social media to multiply your wealth.
