There are two kinds of people: those who prefer to work in silence and those who need music or a podcast playing in the background. If you’re the latter, then you’re def not alone.
We all have our go-to podcasts, (thriller-mystery vibes anyone?) but there’s something special about discovering a fresh new podcast and adding it to the rotation.
It seems like everyone and their neighbour is starting their own podcast these days. You’ve thought about it too, haven’t you? Well, your besties at Cosmo are on hand to help you curate the *perfect* podcast playlist for your winter hot girl walks.
From candid talks about life, to reality TV goss, to health and wellness fads, all of these homegrown podcasts share one thing in common. Brilliant storytelling.
The Aura Podcast
This brand new podcast recorded atop the iconic skypool all over our FYP is themed around reaching for the sky, pushing boundaries and overcoming obstacles. What better place for it to be filmed? Listen to host Kubi Springer delve into the stories of the most influential personalities in the region.
Don’t miss: Episode 3 – Ebraheem Al Samadi, just in time for Dubai Bling S3.
🎧 on: YouTube, Spotify, Apple.
Steps I Took
Join hosts Achasah and Jevanni engage in meaningful discussions with guests who have overcome obstacles to reach where they are today. Chatting all things business, success, and the emotional journey that comes with it, listen to them interview some of the biggest success stories in the region.
Don’t miss: Episode 3 – Listen to the journey of Emaan, an entrepreneurial woman, discussing life lessons and heartache in business.
🎧 on: YouTube, Spotify, Apple.
Hikmat Wehbi podcast
On Hikmat’s podcast, he seems to be one step ahead of us, by bringing in the peeps we actually want to hear from. Highlights include episodes with practically every Love is Blind Habibi cast member unashamedly spilling the tea.
Don’t miss: Episode 199 – Nour El Hajj.
🎧 on: YouTube, Spotify, Apple.
The Balance Theory Podcast
Self-improvement? Check. Empowerment? Check. Real talk? Check. With over 5 million downloads, The Balance Theory podcast hosted by Australian Erika De Pellegrin, delves into some topics we’re all curious about. Guests include addiction specialist Chantale and Abz Ali who uncovers some of the biggest misconceptions about living in DXB.
Don’t miss: How to make adult friendships & ditch “default” ones.
🎧 on: YouTube, Spotify, Apple.
Rateel Alpha Talk
13 -year-old Saudi podcast host and influencer has a following of 490K and is making waves across the region with her incredible content. With thousands of views on her podcast episodes, Rateel describes herself as a social impact entrepreneur with a passion for crafting engaging and relatable content that inspires young people to make positive changes.
Don’t miss: Episode 8 – Connected but Grounded.
🎧 on: YouTube, Spotify, Apple.
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