In this episode of our Always collaboration series, Dr Sheen sits down with Dr Hasia and Anam Khalid, co-founder of SQUATWOLF, for an honest, grounded conversation about periods, hormones, fitness, and what it means to truly support women through their cycles.
From first-period memories to hormone-led mood shifts, from working out on heavy days to leading teams with empathy, this episode breaks down the myths, the science, and the emotional realities of being a woman.
We talk about confidence, cravings, brain fog, pads, product design, and the double standards women still face in the workplace.
If you’ve ever felt misunderstood during your cycle, this one will make you feel seen.This episode is brought to you by Always, empowering women with comfort, confidence, and conversations that matter.
This episode kicks off our Dream, Girl x Always series, a powerful and honest conversation about first periods, taboos, and teaching young girls to embrace their bodies with confidence.
Featuring Dr. Aarti Javeri-Mehta a Lifestyle Medicine & Longevity Physicianand Women’s Health Advocate and Phoebe Selim, Head of Research, P&G Always — two inspiring voices leading the conversation on women’s health, confidence, and breaking period taboos.
From first period stories to creating open dialogue at home, we’re breaking down stigmas, sharing real experiences, and reminding every girl that her body is something to be proud of.
This series is brought to you by Always, celebrating women who redefine confidence through every stage of life.
In this inspiring episode, Dr. Sheen sits down with Amla Ruia, philanthropist and founder of the Aakar Charitable Trust, known nationwide as The Water Mother of India.
This episode is brought to you by Bath & Body Works of Apparel Group, as part of our special Dream, Girl: India Edition, celebrating women who inspire through courage, authenticity, and power.
Amla’s mission has transformed hundreds of drought-prone villages, providing sustainable water access and empowering entire communities — especially women — to rebuild their livelihoods with dignity and hope.They talk about the beginnings of her journey, the challenges of rural water management, the ripple effects on education and gender equality, and her secrets to staying young, peaceful, and purpose-driven.
From viral fame to fearless reinvention - singer, songwriter, and now actor Lisa Mishra sits down with Dr. Sheen to talk about her journey from the corporate world to the creative stage. In this honest and heartfelt episode, Lisa opens up about finding her voice, embracing her roots, and redefining what success really means in today’s world.This episode is brought to you by Charles & Keith of Apparel Group, as part of our special Dream, Girl: India Edition, celebrating women who inspire through courage, authenticity, and power.
What does it take to turn a simple love for dance into one of India’s most powerful digital movements?In this heartfelt conversation, Nicole Concessao, co-founder of @TeamNaach opens up about the journey from office cubicle to global stage, the leap of faith that changed everything. From YouTube beginnings to performing for millions, Nicole shares the highs, heartbreaks, and the behind-the-scenes hustle that built a brand rooted in joy, friendship, and sisterhood.We talk about how she and Sonal founded Team Naach, staying authentic while going viral, building a team that feels like family, and finding confidence both on and off the stage. Nicole’s story is one of courage, creativity, and believing that movement can spark connection and change.This episode is brought to you by Apparel Group India, filmed as part of our Dream, Girl: India Edition, celebrating women who redefine success through passion, purpose, and power.
What does it really mean to be Sushmita Sen, the woman who redefined strength, grace, and beauty for an entire generation?
In this heart-to-heart conversation, Sushmita opens up about her journey from a young girl with big dreams to becoming Miss Universe and everything that came after. From self-doubt to destiny, fame to motherhood, she shares the lessons that shaped her into the woman she is today.
This episode is brought to you by Tim Hortons of Apparel Group India and filmed at Tim Hortons location too, as part of our special Dream, Girl India Edition, celebrating women who inspire through courage, authenticity, and power.
In this episode of Dream, Girl, I sit down with Dr. Saquab Ashraf, founder of CEI UK and my former teacher from Oxford’s Quran Club.
We revisit the memories that shaped my own approach to reading the Quran, explore the origins of Q Club, and discuss why stories like Surah Yusuf remain timeless in how they teach us values.
Dr. Saquab shares his vision for education, faith, and community, from maths classrooms to the London Centre for Islamic Understanding.If you’ve ever wondered how to truly connect with the Quran, make sense of faith in everyday life, or why community matters now more than ever, this episode is for you.
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In this episode, we sit down with Sarrah Barakat, a leader at Merck who has worn multiple hats across her career. From breaking barriers in corporate environments to navigating motherhood, fertility, and health conversations at work, Sarrah opens up with honesty and depth. She shares how she integrates her many roles, the challenges she has faced in male-dominated spaces, and why creating open dialogue about women’s health in the workplace is so important.This conversation is packed with insights on redefining success, supporting women’s health, and leading with authenticity. Whether you’re early in your career, navigating work-life integration, or simply curious about how women are reshaping corporate spaces, this episode will leave you inspired.vvv
In this episode, we sit down with Sina Port to unpack what it really means to build a feminine business, one rooted in ease, authenticity, and personal power. From her early money mindset to leaving Germany in search of new opportunities, Sina shares the failures that shaped her, the branding philosophy that drives her, and the lessons she’s learned working with women across the world.
We dive into personal branding, storytelling, pricing with confidence, and balancing success with motherhood—while staying true to yourself. If you’ve ever wondered how to build a business that feels aligned, sustainable, and joyful, this conversation is for you.
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In this powerful episode, Marwa Al Mamari’s shares her inspiring journey on becoming the first Emirati Aerospace Engineer and her journey to navigating life as an Emirati woman. She opens up about the lessons she learned from her mother and the mindset shifts surrounding failure that helped her rise to the top.If you’re a woman weighed down by limiting beliefs or have faced rejection in your journey to chase your dreams, this episode offers lifelong lessons and real gems.
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In this powerful episode, I sit down with Sima Ved – the Founder and Chairwoman of the Apparel Group, an international retailer based in the Middle East headquartered in the UAE. Sima is a fashionista, leader, and unapologetic voice for women chasing big dreams. From owning femininity in business to breaking stereotypes in leadership and motherhood, Sima’s story is one of resilience, vision, and success.We talk about confidence, marriage, money, friendships, and what it really takes to build an empire while staying true to yourself. If you’ve ever questioned whether you can “have it all", this conversation is for you.
In this episode of Dream, Girl, I reunite with my dear friend Dr. Pyal in London for an open, honest, and inspiring conversation about life, career, and everything in between.From her journey as a doctor, mother, and influencer, to balancing multiple roles, navigating change, and tackling imposter syndrome, Dr Pyal shares her experiences with authenticity and warmth. We also dive into friendships, marriage, parenting, and the importance of staying present in a busy world.Whether you’re looking for motivation, relatable stories, or heartfelt advice, this episode is packed with insights every woman can take something from.
In this episode, Dr. Sheen sits down with Jade Bowler aka Unjaded Jade to talk about leaving traditional paths behind, reshaping education, and building a life online with purpose. From rebranding and creative growth to navigating vulnerability and deep friendships, this conversation is raw, inspiring, and full of gems for anyone figuring it all out.jade
Today is World IVF Day, a day that marks one of the greatest medical breakthroughs in fertility. But behind every scientific milestone is a deeply human story.In this honest and emotional episode, we sit down with Sarah Fernandez, General Manager at JRN Consultancy, for a raw conversation about IVF and egg freezing, the injections, the heartbreak, the silent hope, and the strength it takes to keep going. Our guest opens up about her personal fertility journey, the physical toll of treatments, and the emotional weight on herself and her now ex-husband of trying to conceive in a world that often stays silent about it.Whether you're navigating IVF yourself, supporting someone who is, or simply want to better understand the reality behind fertility struggles, this episode is for you.Because behind so many pregnancy announcements… is a story of courage.Tune in!
In this powerful episode of Dream, Girl, Ambika Gupta opens up like never before.She shares the raw reality of navigating the grief of losing her father, the man who was her biggest cheerleader. She speaks candidly about the heartbreak of divorce and the strength it takes to be a single mother raising her daughter with love, honesty, and resilience.But this story isn't just about pain, it's about power. Ambika talks about building her event design business from the ground up, taking it global, and being featured on Amazon Prime’s hit show Made in Heaven.It’s a conversation about starting over, staying grounded, and choosing growth even when life falls apart.If you’ve ever felt like you’re rebuilding from scratch, this one’s for you.
In this episode, Dr. Anita Patankar from Symbiosis Dubai breaks down the biggest shifts in education: from AI’s role in classrooms to the sacrifices behind leadership. She opens up about her evolution from teacher to changemaker, the differences between Symbiosis India and Dubai, and why structured learning still matters in a world obsessed with disruption.This conversation isn’t just about education, it’s about impact, growth, and the very real personal cost of building something meaningful.
In this raw and wide-ranging conversation, Sidra Hafeez, one of Abu Dhabi’s funniest influencers, joins us to talk about the highs, lows, and unexpected turns of her content journey. From flunking exams to going viral on Dubsmash and building a career on Instagram, Sidra opens up about what it really takes to grow—and sustain—an audience in today’s digital world. We also touch on being single in your 30s, how dating dynamics are shifting—and what women are no longer tolerating. We also sprinkle a bit of bollywood of course! Tune in xxWhether you’re an aspiring creator or just curious about what really happens behind the filters, this episode is full of bold truths and relatable reflections
🎉 100 EPISODES OF DREAM, GIRL 🎉
To celebrate this massive milestone, I wanted to do something special so I invited two amazing listeners from our community and one incredible woman from my team to join me on camera for this very real, very raw conversation.
Joining me in this episode:
👑 Kate Hewitt – Host of the orange juice theory podcast
🌟 Ward Badawi – Write and host of Smashibusiness
💼 Chioma Juliette – my right-hand woman and content creator
We talked about everything from rejection to PCOS, financial independence in marriage, and the insecurities we all carry in love. It’s honest, vulnerable, and filled with the kind of stories that remind us we’re not alone.
Thank you for being here. Whether you’ve listened to one episode or a hundred — this one’s for you. 💫
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Who am I:
I am Dr. Sheen Gurrib and I want to play my part in supporting the next generation of empowered women. I am an entrepreneur, ex-strategy consultant, adjunct lecturer and content creator and the first Mauritian girl to have gone to both Oxford and Cambridge universities.xxx
In this powerful episode, Dr. Sheen sits down with Logina Salah, Egypt’s first Miss Universe semi-finalist with vitiligo, to talk about breaking barriers, redefining beauty, and learning how to love yourself fully. From her viral moments to the quiet battles behind the scenes, Logina opens up about healing, purpose, and what it truly means to be confident in a world that tells you not to be.
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🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded: https://dubai.poddster.com/
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🎵 Where I get my Music -https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/uot8qa/
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🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co
📝 My website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/
Who am I:I am Dr. Sheen Gurrib and I want to play my part in supporting the next generation of empowered women. I am an entrepreneur, ex-strategy consultant, adjunct lecturer and content creator and the first Mauritian girl to have gone to both Oxford and Cambridge universities.
In this heartfelt and hilarious episode, Dr. Sheen sits down with the bold and brilliant Mai from Mai’s Vault — a content creator, mother, comedian, and breast cancer survivor who's redefining what it means to live life unapologetically.
From setting boundaries as a mother to finding her voice through comedy, Mai opens up about the raw and real chapters of her life — including her breast cancer diagnosis, the emotional toll it took, and the surprising lessons in beauty, health, and self-worth that came with embracing baldness.We also dive into her love story: how she met her husband, the early signs of something serious, and what love means when life throws its hardest battles.
This episode is for anyone who’s ever laughed through the pain, learned to set boundaries, or tried to find the humor in the hardest moments.
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