Saudi Arabia's English Podcast
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In this rare and deeply personal conversation, I was fortunate to sit down with Ruth as she opened up about the defining moments of her life, from learning the power of smart risk to helping stabilize the global economy in 2008.
Her and I dive deep into Google’s AI strategy, how competition from ChatGPT ultimately makes the company stronger, the Nobel Prize–winning breakthroughs behind AlphaFold and Ruth’s candid view on how close we really are to finding a cure for cancer.
Ruth also shares her “battle scars”, hiring philosophy, her vision for the future of teleportation technology, and the advice she would give to anyone looking to pivot their career successfully.A big thanks to the Google team in Riyadh for facilitating this shoot at their beautiful offices.
0:00 Intro
3:39 Leading Through the 2008 Financial Crisis
5:37 Flexibility vs. Rigidity in Career Paths
8:41 Thriving in Google’s Culture of Innovation
11:12 Google’s Approach to AI Competition
13:35 Unlocking Creativity with Gemini
17:14 Making Bold Bets at Google
19:20 Data Privacy and Security at Google
21:34 Google’s Investment in Saudi Arabia & Vision 2030
27:58 Future Tech: Teleportation & AI in Healthcare
32:10 Curing Cancer & Personal Battle
35:40 Life Lessons: Risk, Learning, and Mentorship
40:02 Reflecting on Regrets and Closing
Peter Crone is a leading voice in human potential and performance, known worldwide as “The Mind Architect.” He works with elite athletes, entertainers, and entrepreneurs to help them break free from subconscious limitations and reprogram the beliefs that shape their lives.
Through his unique blend of psychology, spirituality, and practical wisdom, Peter empowers people to transform mental patterns, experience deeper freedom, and live with greater purpose and authenticity.In this conversation, Peter explores the deeper layers of human behavior and healingfrom creating a safe space for true vulnerability to understanding the architecture of the ego and the liberation found in admitting “I don’t know.” He offers compassionate insight into topics such as surrender, death, and suicide, and highlights how forgiveness especially of the “villains” in our lives opens the door to genuine freedom.
Peter also dives into the difference between therapy and healing, the importance of being seen, heard, and held, and the ways childhood guilt and inherited beliefs shape our adult lives. His reflections on parenting, authenticity, humility, and the quiet suffering behind people-pleasing provide a powerful framework for personal transformation.Beyond his one-on-one work, Peter is a sought-after speaker featured in major documentaries, top podcasts, and performance programs. His teachings offer practical tools for shifting from stress and limitation into clarity, possibility, and inner peace.
His mission is simple yet profound: to elevate human consciousness by helping people create lives rooted in authenticity, expansion, and true freedom.
0:00 Intro3:46 Creating a safe space for vulnerability6:43 Peter's Story9:19 The structure of the Ego9:11 The freedom of admitting "I Don't Know"16:00 Suicide & Death19:22 Surrender vs. Seeking23:44 "You do care, you just stopped worrying"28:37 Forgiving the "villains" in your life32:55 The difference between Therapy and Healing33:31 Seen, Heard, Held37:41 Releasing childhood guilt41:48 Parenting and suffering48:07 Being "Nice" vs. Being Authentic48:12 Staying humble despite fame53:35 Rapid Fire Questions57:24 Closing
Sheikh Hamza Yusuf is one of the most respected Islamic scholars and the co-founder of Zaytuna College in the U.S. He has spent over forty years studying with some of the world’s leading scholars and is known for making deep Islamic wisdom accessible and relevant to modern life. Through his books, lectures, and teaching, he’s helped countless people reconnect with their faith, find clarity, and make sense of the world around them.
Gary Brecka is a human biologist, longevity researcher, host of @ultimatehumanpodcast and co-founder of 10X Health, Gary spent over 20 years in life insurance analyzing bloodwork, biomarkers, and medical records to predict lifespan with astonishing accuracy. Realizing the system profits when people get sick, not healthy, Gary shifted his focus to proactive health, longevity, and human optimization.
Today, he helps CEOs, elite athletes, and high performers boost energy, reverse biological aging, and extend healthspan.On this episode, Gary and Mo discuss why the healthcare system waits for you to break before acting, how to transition from sick care to self-care, and which biohacks actually move the needle from sleep, oxygen, and nutrition to blood markers. They also explore why supplements are useless without testing and reveal the single most overlooked factor that accelerates aging.
0:00 Intro3:34 Leaving the Mortality Industry4:48 Purpose, Passion & Energy6:34 Bringing Longevity to the Arab World8:00 Predicting Mortality in Insurance10:07 AI, Big Data & the Future of Medicine13:34 Modern Medicine vs Root Cause17:13 Can Disease Be Reversed?19:02 Dana White24:52 “Genetics”, Food & Pharma28:13 Anxiety & ADD33:10 Why Everyone Needs a Methylation Test36:33 Gut Health & Mood40:55 Migraines & Solutions45:14 Autoimmune Disease & Rethinking the Immune System50:03 Why Root Cause Beats Medication51:00 Teaching Longevity to Children52:49 Closing Remarks
From IBM and Microsoft to serving as Chief Business Officer at Google X, Mo Gawdat has spent over three decades at the forefront of technology and innovation. Today, the bestselling author turns his engineer’s mind toward life’s biggest question: how can we live well and meaningfully in an age defined by artificial intelligence?
This monumental 2.5 hour episode, which Mo Islam called “the best I’ve ever shot”, is a journey through life, loss, and the future of humanity.Mo Gawdat opens up about his late son Ali and the lessons that inspired ‘Solve for Happy’, before diving into the decade of disruption ahead: from the rise of AI and autonomous weapons to universal basic income and the impending economic reset.
Together, the two Mo’s explore why Arabs are so misunderstood in the West, how ethical AI must be grounded in love and empathy, and how the Middle East can lead the next wave of innovation.
They challenge the failures of modern education, the grip of the military-industrial complex, and even the mysteries of the space-time continuum, all while searching for meaning in what Mo calls the “legendary level” of modern life.
A very big thanks to Merwas Studios in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia for inviting us to shoot in their WORLD CLASS Studios!
00:00 Intro
03:18 IBM, Microsoft & Google X
05:07 Losing Ali: The Moment Everything Changed
09:27 Writing Solve for Happy
11:41 Leaving Google & Launching “1 Billion Happy”
13:35 Living with Loss
17:05 Fate, Life & the Interconnectedness of Everything
23:04 Death as the Opposite of Birth
26:02 The Video Game of Life
31:23 Ali’s Death & Mo’s Purpose
34:53 Redefining Success: Impact over Ego
38:54 Learning, Curiosity & Creation
44:08 Solitude & Silent Retreats
49:01 Meditation Practices
55:13 Mindfulness in Daily Life
57:06 The Loneliness Epidemic
1:01:02 East vs. West: Community vs. Individualism
1:05:10 Surveillance, Privacy & the Illusion of Security
1:08:11 Raising Children in a Broken World
1:11:03 The Collapse of Capitalism & the Rise of AI
1:21:16 China vs. The West
1:24:06 The Illusion of Stock Markets & Institutional Control
1:30:03 War Economics: How Weapons Drive Profit
1:35:19 Humanity’s Awakening & Questioning the System
1:41:08 Reclaiming the Arab Narrative
1:47:27 Building Ethical AI
1:52:18 Entrepreneurship, Self-Reliance & Believing in the Region
2:00:03 Education is Broken
2:07:03 Business vs. Capitalism: Purpose Over Profit
2:10:00 Reclaiming Global Perception
2:17:13 Governance, Fairness & Leadership in the Arab World
2:22:06 Living in Uncertain Times
2:25:17 The Ultimate Video Game of Life
2:26:57 Closing Reflections
"Awareness Solves Half of Your Life's Problems" - Tia Maria 164| Integrative Nutritionist & Gut Hormone Specialist.
Tia is a double-certified Integrative Nutritionist specialised in Gut and Hormone Health. Her journey into wellness began early, shaped by watching her mother bravely battle breast cancer twice and her father navigate his own health challenges.
These experiences sparked a deep curiosity about how the body and mind work together to create balance, vitality, and true well-being.A year and a half ago Tia founded TMD Wellness alongside her social media platforms to share her passion for integrative health and inspire a growing community committed to well-being.
Through an integrative and holistic approach, Tia’s mission is to empower you at every stage of your journey whether your goal is to optimize your health, cultivate sustainable habits, or restore your health from within.
Nourine is a visual artist whose intricately detailed pencil drawings explore the line between reality and constructed imagery. Her immersive works challenge perception and invite quiet reflection. Beginning with photography or digital compositions, she meticulously translates her ideas into pencil on paper blending contemporary image-making with traditional technique.
Through themes of identity, interaction, and perception, her focus on objects, surfaces, and textures creates a heightened sensory experience, prompting deeper reflection on how form and space shape human experience. In this intimate 90 minute conversation, Mo and Nourine traverse a wide spectrum from the evolving art world and the boundaries of creative freedom, to motherhood, postpartum depression, and the quiet strength it takes to support loved ones through life’s most testing moments.
0:00 Intro
1:20 What Is Hyperrealism?
5:02 From IBM Engineer to Full-Time Artist
9:53 Instability, London Survival
12:41 Independence, Failure Mindset Resilience
19:18 Gulf Art on the Rise
25:27 What Makes “Art”?
28:00 Inspiration, Process Research Ethics
38:52 Burnout vs. Patience
45:00 Politics, Palestine Artistic Freedom
47:12 Creative Blocks
50:00 Postpartum Depression
59:02 Family Balance, Presence Digital Detox
1:09:11 Digital Addiction, Parenting Screens
1:13:23 Preparing Kids For Life
1:15:43 The IWC Minute
1:18:04 Life Without Art
:20:30 Mantras Influences
1:24:06 Childhood, Vision, and the Gift of Observation
1:26:53 Closing Thoughts and Farewell
Kiran is the Chief Marketing Officer at Diriyah Company who is leading the efforts to re-establish Diriyah’s position as a globally recognized cultural and historical landmark. With a career spanning international marketing, communications, and brand transformation, he brings a wealth of expertise in crafting narratives that resonate with diverse audiences around the world.
At Diriyah, he is driving initiatives that celebrate Saudi Arabia’s rich heritage while positioning it as a world-class destination for culture, history, and tourism.
On this episode, Kiran unpacks the immense scale of the extraordinary project that represents the birthplace of Al-Saud. With several assets already open and many more including hotels, housing, branded residences, and retail outlets set to come online soon, the nearing completion of DG1 and DG2 marks another major milestone in Diriyah’s transformation.
0:00 Intro: City of Earth6:57 Responsibility, Expectations & Pressure9:05 Building a World-Class Saudi Marketing Team12:00 The Power of Authenticity17:30 The New Saudi Way of Living22:33 Coffee, Scent & Hospitality25:00 Blending Heritage with Modern Living28:01 Smart-City Vision31:00 Riyadh’s Urban Renaissance37:24 Shifting Global Perception44:32 Hospitality Pipeline50:16 A Low-Rise, People-Focused City52:01 Life in Diriyah: Pedestrian Lifestyle1:00:52 Life in Saudi vs Expectations1:04:05 Positivity and Hunger of the Saudi Spirit1:08:25 Advice for the Next Generation1:11:30 Closing Remarks
A Saudi storyteller, actor, writer, and director whose work blends art with social impact, Fatima is the founder of Alf Wad Production House and The Other Story Project, initiatives that have transformed storytelling into a tool for cultural dialogue and community building.
Her breakout role in Barakah Meets Barakah (2016), Saudi’s submission to the Oscars, helped shape the country’s new cinematic wave. Named a “Next Generation Leader” by Time Magazine and described as the “Sophie Calle of Saudi Arabia” by the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Fatima has become one of the most recognized creative voices from the Kingdom. She holds a Master’s degree from Harvard University, where she researched Arab identity and gender representation in cinema and literature.
0:00 Intro
2:34 Childhood Background
6:47 Control, Messiness Acceptance
13:00 Parents, Resentment Empathy
22:03 Imposter Syndrome
35:13 Barakah Public Reaction
41:50 Writing/Directing vs Acting
45:30 Owning the Narrative
55:04 Saudi Film Ecosystem Grows
59:34 “The Other Story”
1:11:24 Globalization Cinema
1:19:32 Alwad: A Thousand Valleys to the Heart
1:23:22 Red Sea Festival Market Maturity
1:34:44 Mental Health, Phones Finding Balance
1:40:31 Women, Theology Harvard
1:49:58 “Carve What Isn’t There”
1:52:56 Ignoring Bad Advice
1:55:29 Feeling Most Alive
1:58:32 Dreams, Manifestation Mortality
2:06:13 Closing
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Ben is an American investor and owner of Saudi football club Al-Kholood. He made history for being first non-Saudi to acquire a team in the Saudi Roshn League. Ben is also the founder of MSA Capital, a global investment firm managing over $2 billion in assets.
On this episode, Mo picks Ben’s brain on what first pulled him into the idea of buying a Saudi football club and why, out of all the options, he chose Al-Khulood FC. They get into what surprised him most about Saudi society since getting involved, and where he sees the Saudi league heading over the next decade, especially when it comes to breaking into the global rankings.
0:00 Intro
2:22 Early Life
5:05 Buying In: Reactions Barriers
8:32 Fan Experience
12:06 Why Saudi Football
17:19 Media Digital Strategy
22:38 Pre-Ronaldo League Momentum
31:29 Why Al-Kholood FC?
42:23 Saudi Talent
46:00 Facilities Overhaul
52:01 Privatization, Risk Sustainability
59:50 Vision, Season Start Message To Fans
1:06:35 Saudi’s AI & Tech Future
1:11:04 Food, Hobbies & Love For Football
1:16:18 Advice & Risk Taking
1:19:07 Message To Fans
1:23:20 Closing Remarks
We kick off season six with the CEO of the Prince Mohammed bin Salman Royal Reserve Development Authority, internationally recognized for his pioneering work in conservation and community-driven environmental management.
A visionary conservation leader and human rights advocate known for his pioneering work in sustainable, people-centered environmental management. He rose to prominence as the founding CEO of the iSimangaliso Wetland Park Authority, South Africa’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site.
On this episode, Andrew and I explore the PMSBR at Wadi Al-Disah, home to 15 ecosystems and an ambitious re-wilding program bringing back locally extinct species like the Persian onager and sand cat. They discuss why the reserve remains unfenced, forming a vital wildlife corridor linking NEOM, the Red Sea, and AlUla. The conversation dives into how tech and AI satellite collars, camera traps, vulture and turtle tracking translate into real conservation impact.
Andrew also reflects on leadership lessons from working with Nelson Mandela and highlights community-first initiatives, including a pioneering team of female rangers driving change on the ground. We touch on public access (camping, guided experiences over gate fees), education to combat litter, and the reserve’s aspirations for UNESCO recognition.
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03:50 Wild Childhood
05:56 Mandela & Leadership
11:39 15-Ecosystems Revealed
14:15 Rare Species & Juniper Trees
16:39 Re-wilding Explained
21:30 Conservation Tech & AI
24:06 Open Corridors & Access
28:23 Rangers, Women & Beddouins
33:25 Protection, Education & Vision
43:57 UNESCO Bid & Climate
55:34 MBS Leadership And Closing
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This is the full version of the clip I recently shared, where I reflect on my experience inside the Royal Court of Saudi Arabia during President Trump’s historic visit.In this extended story, I take you behind the scenes to share what it was really like. The atmosphere, the protocol, and the unforgettable moments that made this occasion so unique.
If you enjoyed the short, you won’t want to miss the full story here!
Here’s a clip I put together in a monologue format, where I share the story of being invited to the Royal Court during President Trump’s visit.
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Tareq Amin is the Chief Executive Officer of HUMAIN, Saudi Arabia’s pioneering artificial intelligence company established under the Public Investment Fund. Officially launched on May 12th, 2025 by HRH Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, HUMAIN serves as a cornerstone of the Kingdom’s national AI strategy aimed at positioning Saudi Arabia as a global leader in artificial intelligence innovation and infrastructure. With a proven track record in leading transformative technology ventures, Tareq brings visionary leadership and deep expertise in telecom, cloud, and AI ecosystems to HUMAIN.
Under his stewardship, the company is focused on building sovereign AI capabilities, fostering innovation, and accelerating the Kingdom’s digital and economic transformation. Backed by the strategic power of PIF and driven by a strong commitment to ethical and applied AI, Saudi Arabia aims to become a global hub for AI development transforming industries and reshaping the future.
0:00 Intro
2:00 Humaine Origin
6:00 Six-Month “Miracle” Launch
10:00 Unified AI Stack Vision
17:00 Connectivity as a Right
22:00 Data Centers Chips
31:00 Saudi Culture Heritage
38:00 Integrating Five Entities
41:00 The Next Step in AI
49:00 Fund Partnerships
51:00 Scaling with “Bite-Sized” Wins
1:04:00 Core Values Culture
1:10:00 Saudi as AI Hub
1:17:00 Closing
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A pioneering Saudi athlete who defied expectations by qualifying to represent Saudi Arabia in cross-country skiing at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan, becoming the first Saudi male skier to do so.
Since his international skiing debut in 2021, he has competed in multiple FIS Nordic World Ski Championships, including Planica 2023 and Trondheim 2025. Despite training in a city with no snow, Rakan’s daily regimen built on running, swimming, cycling, and hill climbs, reflects a relentless commitment to excellence that has propelled him from the desert to the world stage.
Away from the snow, Rakan is also a decorated rower, inspired by his cousin Hussein Alireza, who competed at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics. He is a multiple-time GCC indoor rowing champion and a national champion at the Saudi Games who has represented Saudi Arabia at the 2022 Asian Games in single sculls.
0:00 Intro
4:13 Start of The Journey
7:24 Rowing
9:07 Embracing Challenges
12:08 What are the Saudi Games?
15:23 Rowing to Skiing?
18:04 Olympic Qualifications
30:24 Skiing Without Snow
33:05 Olympics Selection and Winter Sports
36:29 Maintaining Mental Strength
50:19 Olympic Ambitions and Self Advice
54:35 Closing Thoughts
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"The MICHELIN Guide is NOT about Luxury!" -Gwendal Poullennec 155, The International Director of The MICHELIN Guides
Gwendal Poullennec, International Director of the MICHELIN Guide, has long been driven by a passion for gastronomy, travel, and hospitality. Since joining the Michelin Group in 2003, he has played a pivotal role in expanding the Guide globally—launching its first Asian edition in Tokyo in 2007 and overseeing the creation of 12 more international Guides.
His deep involvement with inspectors and unwavering commitment to the Guide’s core values—expertise, integrity, and the celebration of culinary talent—have been central to its continued evolution, especially as he spearheaded its digital transformation.
On this episode, Gwendal shares Michelin’s vision and goals for Saudi Arabia: to help drive economic growth and raise culinary standards by recognizing excellence in the Kingdom’s vibrant food scene. He discusses the Guide’s commitment to showcasing local talent and authentic Saudi food culture, while upholding the same rigorous inspection methodology used worldwide.
We also explore how Michelin is leveraging media and strategic partnerships to create long-term cultural and economic impact in the region—ensuring that this isn’t just about stars on a plate, but a broader story of growth, recognition, and global connection.
A big thanks to Bab Samhan hotel in Diriyah for allowing us to shoot this episode in their beautiful new property and another big thank you to Mayda Badr who leads the Culinary Arts Commission in Saudi Arabia for their trust in us to shoot with such a remarkable individual.
0:00 Intro
5:30 Working at Michelin
6:21 Tokyo’s Culinary Scene
10:04 Origins of the Guide
11:53 Inspector Criteria Training
15:21 Inspector Anonymity
20:48 Supporting Local Restaurants
26:59 Common Misconceptions
31:52 Local Market Growth
37:37 Advice for Saudi Chefs
38:36 Impressions of Saudi Cuisine
40:20 Closing
On this powerful episode, we sit down with certified self-development trainer and life coach Maha Al-Subaie for an honest and insightful conversation about self-love, emotional awareness, and the journey of inner healing. We explore why so many struggle with loving themselves, how to quiet the inner critic, and the real impact of positive self-talk.
Maha shares practical advice for those at the start of their healing journey, and offers insights into emotional intelligence, the role of childhood wounds, and why “the only way out is through.” She also opens up about her personal turning point, the importance of boundaries, the power of saying “no,” and how meditation and spirituality have shaped her growth. If you’ve ever wondered how to reconnect with yourself and live more authentically, this episode is for you.
0:00 Taking the harder road
1:24 Managing negative thoughts
2:27 Embracing fear as part of life
7:26 Publishing first public video
12:46 Helping others finding purpose
16:49 Do we all need therapy?
18:33 Understanding your inner voice
23:51 Meditation, journaling visualization
28:56 Morning routine wake-up habits
35:08 Self-love: decline or rise?
39:28 Gratitude evening reflection
41:00 Digital detox screen boundaries
44:41 Cultivating self-worth acceptance
47:17 Reconnecting with your true self
50:07 Building confidence deflecting pressure
57:28 Be the change you want to see
1:04:13 Trusting your gut feelings
1:12:13 Setting boundaries saying no
1:17:02 Support from strangers vs. close ones
1:18:37 Handling negativity comments
1:21:18 Facing pain managing the ego
1:23:29 Manifestation emotional creation
1:26:19 Progress vs. excuses
1:29:26 Parenting: get comfortable being uncomfortable
1:32:28 Your past doesn’t define you
1:37:19 Defining happiness
1:43:35 Closing remarks key takeaways
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Motaz is a Palestinian photojournalist and humanitarian storyteller who became one of the most recognized voices documenting life under siege in Gaza. With his camera as his witness, Motaz risked everything to shed light on the brutal realities faced by his people sharing unfiltered stories, haunting images, and raw truths that the world could no longer ignore.
Born and raised in Gaza, Motaz began his field work at a young age, driven by a deep sense of duty and resistance. From surviving airstrikes to capturing moments of both tragedy and resilience, his work has gone viral, turning him into a symbol of courage and civilian journalism in the face of overwhelming danger. In this powerful and emotional episode, Motaz opens up like never before.
We talk about the price of fame, the emotional toll of witnessing repeated massacres, his departure from Gaza, struggles with PTSD, social media censorship, and what it means to carry the responsibility of telling a nation’s story. He also speaks on faith, hope, trauma, the hypocrisy of global powers, and whether peace is even possible.
This isn’t just an episode about war. It’s about dignity, conviction, and legacy. This is Motaz Azaiza: Unfiltered, human, and unforgettable!
0:00 Introos!
3:05 Staying in Gaza
4:19 Fame Its Price
7:50 Early Life Field Work
10:49 Hustles Responsibility
15:22 First Time Abroad
17:28 Life in Gaza
21:32 Work Equipment
24:32 October 7
26:02 Going Viral
29:06 Change or No Change?
30:57 Past Massacres
32:28 Before the Occupation
34:29 Future Hopes
36:12 Worst War Yet
37:05 Social Media Blocks
41:04 Leaving Gaza
44:27 To Help or Document
45:42 Trauma PTSD
48:44 Mixed Reactions
50:45 Faith Omra
54:23 Journalism Risks
57:13 Losing Passion
59:59 UN US Role
1:02:01 Hypocrisy Abroad
1:04:58 Blame Ignorance
1:06:04 Dignity Misconceptions
1:10:11 Sympathy Fame
1:13:33 Arab Aid
1:16:04 Divided Leadership
1:19:20 If Gaza Were Free
1:21:04 Global Silence
1:21:47 Free Palestine?
1:22:28 Gaza Museum
1:23:37 Leadership Crisis
1:24:36 One-State?
1:25:25 My Solution
1:26:53 No to Politics
1:27:23 What Drives Me
1:27:45 Near-Death Moments
1:28:42 Values Regrets
1:30:14 Religion Manipulation
1:33:45 Legacy
1:34:42 Closing
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A returning guest on the podcast, Ziyad “Zizo” Almaayouf is Saudi Arabia’s first professional boxer undefeated, unapologetically proud, and a GQ Middle East cover star representing a bold new generation.
Born in New York City on July 2, 2000, Zizo took up boxing at age 11 and overcame early challenges due to limited training resources. At 19, he moved to Los Angeles to train under legendary coach Buddy McGirt, fully committing to his craft and his country.
On August 20, 2022, Zizo made history with a first-round knockout in his professional debut becoming the first Saudi to win a pro boxing match. Now 8–0, he’s more than a rising star; he’s a symbol of Saudi excellence, blending world-class athleticism with the ambition of Vision 2030.
Guided by elite mentorship and backed by the Kingdom’s leadership and growing investment in sports, Zizo steps into the ring not just to win, but to inspire. He represents the next generation of Saudi athletes: disciplined, global, and driven to lead. Outside the ring, Zizo continues to shape Saudi Arabia’s evolving sports and entertainment landscape, paving the way for future champions across the region.
0:00 Intro
3:12 Vision 2030’s role in boxing
6:14 Facing top-ranked opponents
7:51 Mindset: focus on next win
10:04 Impact on global boxing
12:31 Reviving boxing’s golden era
15:00 Saudi intervention in sport
18:13 Why I chose boxing
26:23 Saudi hospitality
32:35 Power of positive self-talk
37:54 Reframing negative thoughts
44:16 What true patience means
59:08 Lessons from my father
1:02:04 Viewing pressure as privilege
1:05:31 Defining success and legacy
Christoph is the CEO of IWC Schaffhausen, where he blends creative design sensibility with strategic leadership to steer one of Switzerland’s premier luxury watchmakers. Originally from Germany, he studied interior design in England and Switzerland before first collaborating with IWC in 2006 to design its museum.
As CEO, Christophe has focused on honoring IWC’s heritage while driving innovation and sustainability, and he has overseen the brand’s growing digital presence. His tenure has seen significant achievements, including IWC winning the prestigious “Aiguille d’Or” at the 2024 Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève. Outside the world of watchmaking, Christoph is passionate about cycling and architecture—interests that reflect the same precision and design ethos central to IWC’s philosophy.
On this episode, Mo dives into an honest and thought-provoking conversation with Christoph, exploring where he envisions taking IWC next, what challenges weigh on his mind, and whether he feels truly fulfilled at this point in his life.
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