16 Feb 2026. As rising parking costs squeeze Dubai’s drivers, some residents are turning their spaces into income streams. Our Executive Reporter Georgia Tolley speaks to Shazam Parking about the business behind it. Plus, from financial hypnotherapy for high performers to Rolls-Royce targeting a younger ultra-wealthy buyer, we explore how money and mindset are shifting. And why are people queueing until 2am for books priced at just a few dirhams? We unpack the business behind Dubai’s late-night Big Bad Wolf frenzy.

16 Feb 2026. As rising parking costs squeeze Dubai&rsquo;s drivers, some residents are turning their spaces into income streams. Our Executive Reporter Georgia Tolley speaks to Shazam Parking about the business behind it. Plus, from financial hypnotherapy for high performers to Rolls-Royce targeting a younger ultra-wealthy buyer, we explore how money and mindset are shifting. And why are people queueing until 2am for books priced at just a few dirhams? We unpack the business behind Dubai&rsquo;s late-night Big Bad Wolf frenzy.

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Daily highlights and exclusive interviews from Dubai's most informative news and business radio show. With a round-up of the day&rsquo;s most important business stories, providing local content and context on the international issues that matter.Presented by Richard Dean &amp; Brandy Scott.

Bitesize Business Breakfast Podcast

The award-winning four-hour show is an informative and entertaining mix of interviews, market updates, analysis and opinions covering the morning’s top stories and big issues. Join the conversation with Brandy and Tom every weekday morning from 6 am. 

The award-winning four-hour show is an informative and entertaining mix of interviews, market updates, analysis and opinions covering the morning&rsquo;s top stories and big issues. Join the conversation with Brandy and Tom every weekday morning from 6 am.&nbsp;

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The Business of Parking: Can you legally buy or own a parking space?

19 Feb 2026. Nord Anglia is partnering with Dubai Holding to build new schools across its communities, we speak to the regional director about what it means for families and long-term demand. Plus, UAE proptech Stake has raised $31 million as it expands into Saudi Arabia and the US. Co-founder and Co-CEO Rami Tabbara joins us. And after Wasl pledged 17,000 affordable homes back in May, our Executive Reporter Georgia Tolley finds out how much progress has actually been made and what it means for Dubai’s workforce.

19 Feb 2026. Nord Anglia is partnering with Dubai Holding to build new schools across its communities, we speak to the regional director about what it means for families and long-term demand. Plus, UAE proptech Stake has raised $31 million as it expands into Saudi Arabia and the US. Co-founder and Co-CEO Rami Tabbara joins us. And after Wasl pledged 17,000 affordable homes back in May, our Executive Reporter Georgia Tolley finds out how much progress has actually been made and what it means for Dubai&rsquo;s workforce.

Dubai Holding teams up with Nord Anglia for premium schools

18 Feb 2026. Dubai Holding and Nord Anglia Education are partnering to develop and operate premium schools across Dubai, with the first opening in Dubai Production City. We unpack what this means for the emirate’s education landscape. Plus, DMCC’s Ahmed Bin Sulayem joins us to discuss redevelopment plans in JLT and the outlook for commodities. UAE-born hotel brand Rove expands into Egypt, COO Paul Bridger shares the strategy. And S&P Global says sustainable bond issuance in the Middle East could reach $25 billion, we speak to the director.

18 Feb 2026. Dubai Holding and Nord Anglia Education are partnering to develop and operate premium schools across Dubai, with the first opening in Dubai Production City. We unpack what this means for the emirate&rsquo;s education landscape. Plus, DMCC&rsquo;s Ahmed Bin Sulayem joins us to discuss redevelopment plans in JLT and the outlook for commodities. UAE-born hotel brand Rove expands into Egypt, COO Paul Bridger shares the strategy. And S&amp;P Global says sustainable bond issuance in the Middle East could reach $25 billion, we speak to the director.

Redevelopment of one of JLT Lakes with DMCC Ahmed Bin Sulayem

17 Feb 2026. Dubai’s premium leisure airline Beond is opening a Bahrain base, launching new Maldives services as competition across the Gulf intensifies. We speak to the team behind the move. Plus, we pay tribute to royal photographer Ramesh Shukla, who chronicled the history of the UAE. Etihad Rail is preparing to launch passenger services within months, executive reporter Georgia Tolley got a sneak preview onboard and brings us the details, including what it could mean for GDP. And Premier Inn unveils a AED 2 billion expansion plan to double its Gulf footprint.

17 Feb 2026. Dubai&rsquo;s premium leisure airline Beond is opening a Bahrain base, launching new Maldives services as competition across the Gulf intensifies. We speak to the team behind the move. Plus, we pay tribute to royal photographer Ramesh Shukla, who chronicled the history of the UAE. Etihad Rail is preparing to launch passenger services within months, executive reporter Georgia Tolley got a sneak preview onboard and brings us the details, including what it could mean for GDP. And Premier Inn unveils a AED 2 billion expansion plan to double its Gulf footprint.

The Business of Parking: Can you legally buy or own a parking space?

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