Afternoons with Helen Farmer

Hosted by Dubai Eye 103.8

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100

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Jun 2026

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EN-US

About the show

A laid back look at life in the UAE. Stay up to date with what's happening and where to go with free advice, expert opinion and storytelling which gives an inside scoop in to real life UAE. Calling foodies, culture vultures and people who want answers from our trusted team of engaging experts.

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July 6, 20261 hr 39 min

Can playing with Lego really make people better leaders and colleagues?

We bring Lego bricks in the studio, not just because it's Helen's favourite, but to talk about its benefits in the workplace. We speak to YouTube about their new supervised kid accounts in the region. WhatsApp has parental controls now, we get the details from Cyber Fareedah.  Why are shingles cases rising? If you are still thinking of where to go this summer break, we've got you covered. And we meet a man treating delivery riders in the emirate.      See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

July 3, 202622 min

Afternoons with Helen Farmer Live from The Abu Dhabi Edition

Join Helen Farmer for a special live broadcast from Abu Dhabi to talk all things food and hospitality.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

July 2, 202637 min

Women, ready for your 50s?

For years, women have been told that menopause is just something to get through. But our guest today thinks it's time we change that conversation and she's on a mission to help women feel informed rather than frightened.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

July 1, 20261 hr 26 min

Burnout in uncertain times at work

We discuss how to recognise burnout before your body and mind force you to stop. Job seekers need to stop thinking like employees and start thinking like business developers selling their own skills, says executive search recruiter Hamza Zaouali, discussing more ways for people to land their dream job. Are smart glasses really going mainstream? How much is too much when it comes to screen time? Discussing childhood myopia with Dr Sandra Fiorentini And we share more reasons how Dubai is becoming more accessible to people of determination.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

June 30, 20261 hr 5 min

Delaying the onset of Type 1 diabetes

A new immunotherapy drug doesn't cure type 1 diabetes, but for people identified in the very earliest stage of the disease, it can delay the need for insulin by an average of almost three years. Does overpraising kids create more harm than good? How's your netiquette? Yes, internet etiquette. And university acceptance rates are falling, but why?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

June 29, 20261 hr 37 min

Keeping your kids active, screen-free

Children have around 620 hours of free time over the summer so how will you keep them busy and still learning during the holidays? Find out here. Why do performing arts doesn't always translate to social confidence? What can you do about it?  And we also have the check list for you when it comes to house repairs and keeping your homes safe while you're away.          See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

June 26, 20261 hr 41 min

Not your usual French-style bakery

We've got your weekend covered with everything delicious— from freshly baked bread, pizza, coffee, and chocolates to comforting ramen, mushrooms, and edible flowers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

June 26, 202632 min

Life after raising kids

When children leave home, what happens to the parents? We discuss the challenges of empty nesting, what parents can do to adapt to this new chapter and find purpose beyond parenting.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

June 24, 20261 hr 0 min

Fixing women's health gap

Studies have shown women are more likely to experience delayed diagnoses, dismissed symptoms and gaps in care. Today we're asking why that happened, what it means for women in the UAE, and how we start closing those gaps. It might not be just dry skin... find out when it's already chronic dermatitis. And why do the World Cup affect us so deeply?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

June 23, 20261 hr 34 min

Can sleeping in separate beds save a marriage?

Sharing a bed has long been a symbol of a healthy relationship, but why do more and more couples choose to sleep apart? Limiting technology use in the classroom is what we discussed with Paul Gardner from Ambassador International Academy Mankool. How can hearing loss be linked to dementia? We ask Dr Zemer Wang. We meet gymnastics coach Sarah and inspiring athlete, a person of determination, Laila Labib. And yes, we know when it's over... so why do we stay?          See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.