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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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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In this powerful London edition of Dream, Girl, I sit down with the dynamic duo behind the viral sisterhood movement To My Sister, Renee Kapuku Imafidon and Courtney Daniella Boateng.
This heart-centered, soul-shifting conversation unpacks everything from sisterhood and boundaries to dating, loneliness, and building joyful lives as ambitious women.
Whether you're navigating your soft girl era, protecting your peace, or redefining love on your own terms — this episode is your sign to pause, reflect, and grow with us.🎬 My Podcast Academy: https://sheenpodcastacademy.gumroad.com/l/qaprci🎙️You can shop my preferred equipment here: https://amzn.to/41BvWkE🎵 Where I get my Music -https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/uot8qa/💌 Come and say hi: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/blogsWho 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.
Yusuf Omar is not just an award-winning journalist and co-founder of Seen.tv — he’s also a dear friend. We filmed this episode right in the middle of Web Summit in Doha, inside the iHeart Podcast booth, while chaos buzzed around us — and somehow, this still turned into one of the most grounded, honest conversations I’ve had.
We talk about the shift in his personal beliefs after Gaza, why content creators need to speak up, and what it’s really like living in the Middle East as a global citizen. We also get into identity, racism, and the guts it takes to challenge narratives with your platform.
Check out Yusuf here:
Seen.tv: https://www.seen.tv/
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/yusufomar/?hl=en
Let me know what part hit you the most. This one’s special.🎙️You can find out more about the Podcast Academy here: https://sheenpodcastacademy.gumroad.com/l/qaprci🎵 Where I get my Music -https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/uot8qa/💌 Come and say hi: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/blogsWho 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.
Dr. Sara Al Madani is back on Dream, Girl and she’s more powerful than ever. In this raw and soul-shaking episode, we talk about letting go of toxic love, standing in your worth, ego healing, and trusting your spiritual instincts. If you've ever doubted yourself—this one’s for you.
Sara's new book is out now! Go grab "Dear Narcissist: F*ck You"— a bold, direct, and unfiltered guide to understanding narcissists in real life—from how to spot them in seconds to how to heal the parts of yourself that kept letting them in.Get it here:
https://www.amazon.com/Dear-Narcissist-Spotting-Escaping-Narcissistic/dp/B0F54NB6LP
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🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded: https://dubai.poddster.com/ 🎙️You can shop my preferred equipment here: https://amzn.to/41BvWkE🎵 Where I get my Music -https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/uot8qa/💌 Come and say hi: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/blogsWho 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 powerful episode, Afnan Khalifa shares her inspiring journey from humble beginnings to becoming a symbol of confidence, faith, and financial freedom. She opens up about lessons from her early jobs, how she embraced her voice, and the mindset shifts that transformed her life. Whether you're building your brand or navigating love and money, this one is full of real talk and raw gems.
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This content is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Always do your own research and consult with a professional financial advisor before making any investment decisions.🎬 Thank you to Poddster for their beautiful studio and team where this episode was recorded: https://dubai.poddster.com/ 🎙️You can shop my preferred equipment here: https://amzn.to/41BvWkE🎵 Where I get my Music -https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/uot8qa/💌 Come and say hi: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/blogsWho 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.
Welcome back to another episode from our Building Wealth for Women series brought to you by Pepperstone.
From kiteboarding 150 days a year to building wealth through crypto — Maria has one of the most unexpected and inspiring journeys into the world of digital finance.
In this episode, we talk about:
💸 How she made the leap from water sports to crypto
🌍 Why she moved to Dubai to scale her wealth
🚀 The most common myths about women and investing
📉 Her biggest financial mistakes — and what they taught herPepperstone provides trading on global markets through contracts for difference, enabling you to capitalise on price movements without buying the underlying instrument. If you want tight spreads, fast execution and dedicated local support, check out Pepperstone today by clicking down here: https://bit.ly/sheen-gurrib-cta-youtube
Disclaimer:
CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. 75.9% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.
This content is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Always do your own research and consult with a professional financial advisor before making any investment decisions.🎙️You can shop my preferred equipment here: https://amzn.to/41BvWkE🎵 Where I get my Music -https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/uot8qa/💌 Come and say hi: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/blogsWho 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.
This episode is part of our Building Wealth series with Pepperstone — but not in the way you might think.
Sahil Bloom joins us to explore true wealth: the kind that goes beyond money. From redefining success and overcoming imposter syndrome to designing a meaningful life and embracing emotional resilience, this conversation uncovers the deeper dimensions of wealth — purpose, mindset, relationships, and identity.
If you’re building more than just financial wealth — purpose, mindset, and freedom — this one’s for you.Pepperstone provides trading on global markets through contracts for difference, enabling you to capitalise on price movements without buying the underlying instrument. If you want tight spreads, fast execution and dedicated local support, check out Pepperstone today by clicking down here:
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Disclaimer:
CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. 75.9% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.
This content is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Always do your own research and consult with a professional financial advisor before making any investment decisions.
🎙️You can shop my preferred equipment here: https://amzn.to/41BvWkE🎵 Where I get my Music -https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/uot8qa/💌 Come and say hi: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib🌍 Watch my TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl-mqB1_1co📝 My website - https://www.sheengurrib.com/blogsWho 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.
