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Afternoons with Helen Farmer

Dubai Eye 103.8

A laid back look at life in the UAE. Stay up to date with what"s happening and where to go with free advice, expert opinion and storytelling which gives an inside scoop in to real life UAE. Calling foodies, culture vultures and people who want answers from our trusted team of engaging experts.

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43:47

Giving Emirati women a voice

Afternoons with Helen Farmer ·

2025/08/28

Emirati Women’s Day isn’t just a celebration - it’s also about telling the stories of what it means to be a woman in the UAE today. Helen meets two local role models whose work is giving a global voice to local women. Plus, we’re joined by the business coach teaching kids across the UAE about entrepreneurship, finance and thinking like a boss….See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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65:12

How to get out of debt in Dubai

Afternoons with Helen Farmer ·

2025/08/27

From credit cards and car loans to family expectations back home, getting into debt in Dubai can be easier than getting out of it. Helen hears one worker’s debt story – and gets advice from the experts.Meanwhile, as a new survey finds 45% of Gen Z workers want a job with more social interaction, has the appeal of remote working waned? And if you’re finding it challenging to get your kids to pull their weight at home, we discuss weaponised incompetence – and how to rid your

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66:54

Are kids entitled to digital privacy?

Afternoons with Helen Farmer ·

2025/08/26

Multiple European countries have now enshrined children’s rights to digital privacy in law. But what does the law in the UAE say? Lawyer Dino Wilkinson and digital educator Philippa Wraithmell advise. Plus, we discuss those robot womb hoax posts, Serena Williams’ new campaign for weight loss jabs, and Dr T is on hand to discuss the emergence of a ‘new’ personality type.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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73:18

Post-vacation blues: Is your routine ready for the...

Afternoons with Helen Farmer ·

2025/08/25

Feeling like the holiday buzz just won’t fade? Is the quiet house making you wonder where your kids—and your energy—went? Join Jen Crichton as she unravels whether what you're experiencing is just seasonal slump—or a sign it’s time for a deeper life reset. Shazia Bharuchi, Career Guidance Practitioner, andRhiannon Downie‑Hurst, business coach, break down how to return to routine without letting those “post-holiday blues” spiral into something more. Rhian

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79:09

Your Autumn entertainment guide

Afternoons with Helen Farmer ·

2025/08/22

From movies and TV to live music and, of course, the city's best food, Helen has everything you need to know as we head into Dubai's busiest season...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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51:49

What is quiet cracking?

Afternoons with Helen Farmer ·

2025/08/21

Quiet quitting made headlines, but now there’s a more worrying workplace trend– quiet cracking. It’s the breaking point employees reach when financial pressure means they can’t walk away, and HR expert Rohini Gill says it’s on the rise… Plus, Adam the OT has all the advice you need for navigating back to school anxieties.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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77:11

Could arguing well save your marriage?

Afternoons with Helen Farmer ·

2025/08/20

It’s hard to see how arguing could save your marriage, but one lawyer is so convinced it could, he’s written a whole book about it – called If You're in My Office, It's Already Too Late. So, what can it teach us? Sarah Rasmi from Thrive Wellbeing Centre and family lawyer Madeleine Mendy weigh in. Plus, we discuss Denzel Washington’s blast on cancel culture, and the Dubai Hair Doctor is with us for a hair loss clinic…See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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61:09

Buy now, regret later? The dark side of BNPL schemes

Afternoons with Helen Farmer ·

2025/08/19

From world-changing kids to pastel-colored debt to a culture stuck on refresh—this episode of Afternoons with Helen Farmer dives into the contradictions shaping 2025. We begin with AlDhabi AlMheiri, the 11-year-old Emirati changemaker behind the world’s first AI academy for kids. Her mission? To make tech ethical, inclusive, and accessible—especially for girls. Next: why is debt now wrapped in soft colors and influencer aesthetics? We unpack the hidden risks of Buy Now, Pay Later

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88:07

Caring for elderly parents from afar: an expat guide

Afternoons with Helen Farmer ·

2025/08/18

Join Jen Crichton for a compelling conversation on caring across generations and borders. Discover what’s behind the rise in eating disorders among UAE children (as young as eight) and how experts like Aisling Oslizlok and Liam Kelly are responding. Then, explore the emotional challenges expats face when supporting ageing parents from afar with therapeutic coach Anne Jackson and finance coach Jay Adrian Tolentino. We’ll also unpack the pressures of overexercise culture with trainer Rory

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90:45

Sky‑high dining, weight‑loss menu, & earth‑friendly...

Afternoons with Helen Farmer ·

2025/08/17

Chef Alexandros Sperxos joins Jen Crichton to share what it’s like to lead The Dish, one of twelve unique concepts at Culinara Social Dining, perched 100 metres above the city in the world’s highest food hall. On the ground, Mazlum Topcu, co-founder of The Banc, explains how the new Mini Bancer weight-loss–friendly menu offers high-protein, smaller portions to accommodate changing appetites. Meanwhile, the trailer for Season Two of the Netflix show With Love, Meghan was just

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61:23

Want a job in the UAE? Expert tips to get ahead

Afternoons with Helen Farmer ·

2025/08/14

The UAE job market is buzzing with opportunities, but standing out takes more than just a polished CV. Join us as Mollie Powell, Founder & Managing Director of Pink Camel Recruitment, shares insider tips to get noticed in a competitive job market. We also sit down with Mark Samways, Director of Wellbeing & Counselling Psychologist at The Free Spirit Collective, to explore how schools abroad are successfully teaching empathy, the surprising benefits for academic performance and social skills,

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80:19

The human cost of keeping the Internet clean

Afternoons with Helen Farmer ·

2025/08/13

Why do we still fall for toxic leaders, and what does that say about how we see the world? A new study reveals how our worldview might shape the leaders we choose, and how happy we are at work. The lead author of the research Christine Nguyen joins us live from Columbia Business School, with leadership consultant Paul Littlejohn in studio. Then: “Summer shading” has been dubbed the worst dating trend of 2025. But could pressing pause on love during the heat of the season actually teach

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87:56

Revenge bedtime procrastination, Y2K nostalgia &...

Afternoons with Helen Farmer ·

2025/08/12

In today’s episode of Afternoons, Jen Crichton unravels why so many of us delay sleep—staying up late to reclaim “me time.” Is it a nightly rebellion or a sneaky sabotage of our well‑being? We then dive into the Y2K trend and nostalgia resurgence, exploring how brands and media use memory as a marketing weapon and a bridge to our emotions. Finally, we examine the rise of therapy‑speak in everyday talk. Words like “gaslighting” and “boundaries” have

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93:15

Do you feel good about yourself? This might help you.

Afternoons with Helen Farmer ·

2025/08/11

Join Jennifer Crichton as she explores what it truly means to feel good about yourself—starting with the pressures teens face today, from beauty standards to social media. We’ll hear from body image coach Victoria Henry and makeup educator Nitasha Saxena, who share empowering strategies for building self-esteem. Next, we shift to travel—cooler destinations are booming among UAE families. Now, with the new Unified School Calendar—how might this shift your travel plans? Emily

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91:32

Farm to table dining

Afternoons with Helen Farmer ·

2025/08/08

Sustainability and locality has amplified hugely here in Dubai in recent years but despite that, true farm to table dining remains very rare here in the UAE. We speak to one restaurant that does chef-farmer collaborations and seasonally-curated menus. We also look at 21Grams team’s newest opening in Alserkal focusing on pies. Food writer extraordinaire Courtney Brandt fills us with the weird and wonderful headlines from the world of food. William Mullally gives us updates on the biggest events

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89:32

Reconnecting with your passions

Afternoons with Helen Farmer ·

2025/08/07

A recent study by the British Heart Foundation found nine out of 10 British adults had abandoned at least one hobby they pursued as children. 40 per cent from the figure say the last time they engaged in a childhood hobby was over 10 years ago. So, why do so many of us step away from creative pursuits in adult life and what's stopping us getting back to them? Jennifer shares her own story as she's joined by three people who would very much love to change the picture- Craig Arnolds, dancer and coach

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86:25

Are you mankeeping?

Afternoons with Helen Farmer ·

2025/08/06

Mankeeping is the new term for a common trend in which women feel they need to actively manage their male partners' emotional and social lives for them. So,is ita sign of shifting gender dynamicsor emotional labour gone too far? We ask a man- and international dating and relationship coachHunt Ethridge. Experts in the UAE are warning that emotional venting online can lead to serious legal consequences especially under strict defamation and privacy laws. So, what's permitted and when does badmouthing

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86:21

Importance of present fatherhood

Afternoons with Helen Farmer ·

2025/08/05

Whether it's biology, or the traditional, capitalist norm of the mum as a carer and dad as a breadwinner, it's easy to think of fathers as the secondary parent. However, it is scientifically provable that more involved dads create huge value for our kids, and for society as a whole. Jennifer gets more information from Dr Anna Machin, a doctor of evolutionary anthropology, author of the book The Life of Dad: The Making of the Modern Father, and a world-renowned pioneer in the field of fatherhood

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57:38

Summer road safety reminders

Afternoons with Helen Farmer ·

2025/08/04

If you've been driving between Abu Dhabi and Dubai at all this summer, you'll likely have noticed the billboards promoting Abu Dhabi's Safe Summer campaign. The capital has put a huge focus on keeping kids secure on the roads including the importance of seatbelt and car seat use. But what are the penalties for motorists who ignore those rules? There is also another joint initiative in the capital promoting a culture of positive and immediate response when it comes to giving way for emergency

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80:45

Where can you get AED 10 dishes in Dubai?

Afternoons with Helen Farmer ·

2025/08/01

That's only one of lots of food news we have for you today on Afternoons as Jennifer speaks with writer and editor Devina Divecha How reliable are vitamin patches? It's the latest wellness trend to dominate social media feeds that claim to deliver nutrients straight through the skin and bypass the need for pills or gummies. But do they actually work? We find out from Dr Fiji Antony, Chief Clinical Dietician at NMC Specialty Hospital, Al Nahda, Dubai How can restaurants make or break your hotel

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