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About Keep it Locked Podcast
Welcome to "Keep It Locked" with DJ Marz!
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- Dj Marz
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- music · society & culture · tv & film
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- en
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- First episode
- 26 Feb 2025
- Latest episode
- 10 Aug 2026
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16 episodes in the feed.
10 Aug 2026
How Do You Make It in the Bhangra Industry? | Hardy Singh
Who is Hardy Singh, and what does it really take to make it in the Bhangra industry? In this episode, we sit down with Hardy Singh to explore his journey through the competitive world of Bhangra, the people who supported and influenced him, and what it takes to build a name in an industry that continues to grow globally. From performing Bhangra across different countries to understanding how the industry differs between India and the rest of the world, Hardy shares his experiences, inspirations, biggest milestones, and vision for the next five years. We also talk about Punjabi influencers, the artists and songs that shaped his journey, the most impressive names in the music industry right now, and how Bhangra can evolve by incorporating other forms of entertainment. And of course, we finish with a Rapid Fire round to get to know Hardy beyond Bhangra. If you're interested in Bhangra, Punjabi culture, entertainment, entrepreneurship, or the journey behind building a career in the industry, this conversation is for you. ️ Timestamps 00:00:00 Who Is Hardy Singh? 00:01:59 How Did You Make It in a Saturated Bhangra Industry? 00:03:27 Who Was Your Biggest Support? 00:05:18 The Most Notable Country You Traveled to for Bhangra 00:07:49 How Is the Bhangra Industry Different in India vs. Other Countries? 00:11:36 Who Influenced You to Enter the Bhangra Industry? 00:16:26 What Do You Hope to Achieve in the Next 5 Years? 00:18:32 Incorporating Entertainment Beyond Bhangra 00:21:25 Punjabi Influencers & Who Did You Dance To? 00:24:58 Who Has Been Most Impressive in the Music Industry Recently? 00:28:40 Rapid Fire Time 00:44:58 Signing Out Listen on our Podcasts on these Platforms:- Hubhopper :- https://listen.hubhopper.com/podcast/keep-it-locked-podcast/460028 Spotify :- https://open.spotify.com/show/4KTkBjANlCzoLksjSy4bRi Apple Podcasts :- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/keep-it-locked-podcast/id1799170294 Amazon Music :- https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/285947c2-4932-4f92-8018-9ae3ca391f1f/keep-it-locked-podcast Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE for more uncensored conversations with the biggest names in entertainment, music, and nightlife. Hit that bell icon so you never miss an episode! Follow us on social media for more behind-the-scenes content! DJ Marz: https://www.instagram.com/djmarzofficial Keep It Locked Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/keepitlockedpodcast Follow Hardy Singh on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itshardysingh?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== #HardySingh #Bhangra #BhangraDance #PunjabiCulture #Punjabi #BhangraIndustry #PunjabiMusic #Dance #Entertainment #Podcast #PunjabiPodcast #BhangraWorld #KeepItLocked
20 Jul 2026
The Reality Behind Dubai's Luxury Lifestyle | Nada Khairullah from Wedded Events
Is luxury becoming fake? In this episode of Keep It Locked, we sit down with Nada, founder of Wedded Events, to explore what social media has done to luxury, weddings, entrepreneurship, and modern relationships. From building a luxury wedding business in the United States to expanding into Dubai, Nada shares the reality behind creating high end events, using AI, dealing with impossible clients, and why appearances can be dangerously misleading. We also dive into fake followers, influencer culture, networking, entrepreneurship, parenting in the social media era, and why genuine relationships matter more than ever. If you've ever wondered whether social media is changing the way we work, spend, marry, and live, this conversation is for you. Timestamps 00:00 Has social media created fake luxury? 04:24 Building a wedding business in the US and Dubai 06:50 Is Dubai really as luxurious as it looks? 10:18 Networking, sacrifice, and building a business abroad 16:30 Luxury weddings and the pressure to impress 23:44 Breaking into Dubai's competitive wedding industry 34:22 How AI transformed luxury wedding design 40:10 The obsession with documenting everything 43:51 Appearance culture and fake success in Dubai 46:53 Fake followers, influencers, and credibility 53:14 Money, success, and earning luxury 01:00:13 The craziest wedding stories ever 01:09:58 Family, money, and wedding pressure 01:13:20 Are social media standards ruining marriage? 01:17:05 Marriage, family values, and raising children 01:18:20 The pressure to create a perfect life 01:29:26 Collaboration, genuine relationships, and final thoughts Follow Keep It Locked for more conversations about visibility, identity, success and the realities behind the image. ️ Listen on our Podcasts on these Platforms:- Hubhopper :- https://listen.hubhopper.com/podcast/keep-it-locked-podcast/460028 Spotify :- https://open.spotify.com/show/4KTkBjANlCzoLksjSy4bRi Apple Podcasts :- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/keep-it-locked-podcast/id1799170294 Amazon Music :- https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/285947c2-4932-4f92-8018-9ae3ca391f1f/keep-it-locked-podcast Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE for more uncensored conversations with the biggest names in entertainment, music, and nightlife. Hit that bell icon so you never miss an episode! Follow us on social media for more behind-the-scenes content! DJ Marz: https://www.instagram.com/djmarzofficial Keep It Locked Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/keepitlockedpodcast Follow Nada Khairullah on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nadak_floral?igsh=aWxyaTdjZHZxazdy https://www.instagram.com/weddedevents?igsh=NGJjd2RtajNnZno5
15 Jun 2026
The Difference Between Looking Rich And Being Successful | Ashish & Pawan Ishwar
In a city where everyone looks successful, how do you tell the difference between image and identity? In this episode of Keep It Locked, I sit down with Ashish and Pavan Ishwar, founders of Knights & Lords, one of Dubai's most respected bespoke tailoring houses. What starts as a conversation about tailoring quickly becomes a deep discussion on success, confidence, identity, luxury, self perception, and what truly separates powerful people from those who simply look the part. We explore why so many people become obsessed with appearing successful, how clothing influences identity, what luxury really means, why confidence is often misunderstood, and the surprising lessons they've learned from working with entrepreneurs, executives, celebrities, and high performers. From the story of designing a tuxedo for Mike Tyson to their views on luck, wealth, status, and personal transformation, this conversation challenges many of the assumptions people have about success. Timestamps 00:00 Introduction 02:05 The Story Behind Knights & Lords 04:55 Why They Chose The Name Knights & Lords 07:15 Identity Vs Image 10:00 Dressing As Your Future Self 14:20 Can Clothing Change Who You Become? 17:10 Why Bespoke Still Matters 20:55 What Bespoke Really Means 23:00 Building A Business In Dubai 27:10 Why People Get Good At Looking Successful 29:50 The Difference Between Appearance And Reality 32:10 The Mike Tyson Story 38:40 The Fake Lord Story 44:00 Luxury Is Certainty 47:20 Why Truly Wealthy People Have Nothing To Prove 49:00 How They Measure Success 50:45 The Client Who Quit Smoking 55:20 What Details Reveal About A Person 57:30 Why Younger Men Are Embracing Bespoke 59:20 The Rise Of Luxury Loungewear 01:03:15 What Successful Men Never Admit 01:05:30 How Luck Shapes Success 01:06:40 The Behaviour Of Truly Wealthy People 01:09:00 Why Identity Is More Fragile Than We Think 01:18:40 Real Presence Vs Performance 01:22:00 Final Reflections If you enjoyed this conversation, subscribe for more discussions on entrepreneurship, psychology, leadership, identity, business, and personal growth. #podcast #success #mindset #entrepreneurship #dubai #leadership #business #luxury #wealth #selfdevelopment One thing I'd tell your client: The Mike Tyson story is memorable. The fake Lord story is entertaining. But neither is the reason people will click. People click because they secretly wonder: "Am I becoming successful, or just getting better at looking successful?" That's the core idea running through almost every chapter of the podcast. Follow Keep It Locked for more conversations about visibility, identity, success and the realities behind the image. ️ Listen on our Podcasts on these Platforms:- Hubhopper :- https://listen.hubhopper.com/podcast/keep-it-locked-podcast/460028 Spotify :- https://open.spotify.com/show/4KTkBjANlCzoLksjSy4bRi Apple Podcasts :- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/keep-it-locked-podcast/id1799170294 Amazon Music :- https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/285947c2-4932-4f92-8018-9ae3ca391f1f/keep-it-locked-podcast Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE for more uncensored conversations with the biggest names in entertainment, music, and nightlife. Hit that bell icon so you never miss an episode! Follow us on social media for more behind-the-scenes content! DJ Marz: https://www.instagram.com/djmarzofficial Keep It Locked Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/keepitlockedpodcast Follow Ashish and Pawan Ishwar on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/knightsandlords?igsh=cjVmMWI2NnRodzUz
8 Jun 2026
What Running a Luxury Concierge Business Taught Me About Power, Money & People | Marika Poveromo
People see the lifestyle. They see the travel, luxury events, powerful clients and social media highlights. What they don't see are the assumptions, the judgment, the competition and the challenges of building a business as a woman in a male dominated industry. In this episode of Keep It Locked, Marika Poveromo shares her journey from working in hospitality across six countries to building an international concierge business in Dubai. We discuss misconceptions around female entrepreneurs, trust, power, loyalty, business competition, and what she's learned from working with some of the world's most successful people. Timestamps 00:00 Introduction 01:01 What A Concierge Actually Does 03:20 Moving Countries Alone And Starting From Scratch 06:00 Building A Business Through Relationships 08:58 Being Misunderstood As A Female Entrepreneur 12:15 The Assumptions People Make About Women In Business 16:06 The Craziest Concierge Request Ever 19:13 What Money And Power Taught Me About People 22:58 Working In A Male Dominated Industry 26:20 When People Copy Your Business Ideas 30:08 Loyalty Vs Validation 32:03 The Life She Wants After Financial Freedom 33:58 Healing, Spirituality And Personal Growth 37:10 Advice For Women Building Businesses 38:18 Questions From The Keep It Locked Community 41:10 Final Thoughts Follow Keep It Locked for more conversations about visibility, identity, success and the realities behind the image. ️ Listen on our Podcasts on these Platforms:- Hubhopper :- https://listen.hubhopper.com/podcast/keep-it-locked-podcast/460028 Spotify :- https://open.spotify.com/show/4KTkBjANlCzoLksjSy4bRi Apple Podcasts :- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/keep-it-locked-podcast/id1799170294 Amazon Music :- https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/285947c2-4932-4f92-8018-9ae3ca391f1f/keep-it-locked-podcast Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE for more uncensored conversations with the biggest names in entertainment, music, and nightlife. Hit that bell icon so you never miss an episode! Follow us on social media for more behind-the-scenes content! DJ Marz: https://www.instagram.com/djmarzofficial Keep It Locked Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/keepitlockedpodcast Follow Marika Poveromo on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/we.concierge.official?igsh=MTMyemo0MXlxMWdsNQ==
20 May 2026
What It Really Takes to Succeed in Dubai | Dr Alexander Owen Harper-Scott
What really happens when you leave behind a respected career to chase bigger ambitions in Dubai? In this episode of Keep It Locked, Alexander Scott shares his journey from growing up in a small village in Essex, to becoming a Harley Street trained dentist, and eventually building a second career in Dubai real estate. This conversation dives deep into ambition, lifestyle inflation, wealth, identity, luxury culture, entrepreneurship, investing, and the harsh reality behind the Dubai dream. Alexander opens up about the pressure of keeping up appearances in Dubai, why most people fail after moving here, how lifestyle inflation silently destroys wealth, and why mastering a real craft is still the foundation of long term success. The episode also explores Dubai’s real estate market, distressed deals, multi income streams, wealthy clients, trust, personal branding, and the psychology behind success in one of the most competitive cities in the world. If you’re thinking about moving to Dubai, building multiple income streams, entering real estate, or creating a higher level life for yourself, this episode is packed with brutally honest insights. Timestamps 00:00 Why One Income Is No Longer Enough 01:10 Meet Alexander Scott 02:20 Growing Up In Essex 03:45 Becoming A Dentist 05:10 “I Didn’t Want To Be Just A Dentist” 06:40 Discovering Dubai Real Estate 08:15 Why He Thought Success Would Come Fast 09:40 The Reality Of Starting In Dubai 11:20 “Dubai Will Eat You Alive” 12:50 Building Multiple Income Streams 14:00 What Wealthy People Value Most 16:20 Why Trust Matters In Luxury Markets 18:40 How Dentistry Helped Him Sell Real Estate 20:40 Does Dubai Reward Skill Or Boldness? 22:10 Why Dubai Creates Bigger Opportunities 23:30 “People Move Fast Here And Win” 25:10 Why Some People Succeed Instantly In Dubai 26:40 The Truth About The Dubai Dream 29:20 Regional Conflict & Dubai Real Estate 31:15 How Distressed Property Deals Work 34:00 Why Most Investors Buy Wrong 36:40 “Lifestyle Inflation Quietly Destroys Wealth” 39:20 The Pressure To Keep Up In Dubai 42:10 Why Most People Overspend 44:00 The Importance Of Mastering A Craft 47:15 “Most People Aren’t Ready For Dubai” 49:00 Fake Wealth vs Real Wealth 51:20 What He Would Do If He Lost Everything 53:00 Why Investing Young Changes Your Life 55:30 “No One Is Coming To Save You” 57:00 Final Thoughts On Wealth, Dubai & Success Subscribe for more conversations on AI, business, leadership, technology, wealth, and the future of humanity. Listen on our Podcasts on these Platforms:- Hubhopper :- https://listen.hubhopper.com/podcast/keep-it-locked-podcast/460028 Spotify :- https://open.spotify.com/show/4KTkBjANlCzoLksjSy4bRi Apple Podcasts :- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/keep-it-locked-podcast/id1799170294 Amazon Music :- https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/285947c2-4932-4f92-8018-9ae3ca391f1f/keep-it-locked-podcast Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE for more uncensored conversations with the biggest names in entertainment, music, and nightlife. Hit that bell icon so you never miss an episode! Follow us on social media for more behind-the-scenes content! DJ Marz: https://www.instagram.com/djmarzofficial Keep It Locked Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/keepitlockedpodcast Follow Alex Scott on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_dubai_properties
12 May 2026
"My AI Knows Me Better Than My Wife" | The Future Of AI Is Terrifying
What happens when AI stops being a tool… and becomes your closest partner? In this episode of Keep It Locked, Sunny Singh dives deep into the future of AI, entrepreneurship, Bitcoin, personal branding, and the creation of his AI assistant “Raven”, a system he claims understands him better than most humans. From building businesses with AI, to discussing the future of jobs, intelligence, global conflict, automation, and the dangers of falling behind, this conversation explores what the next era of humanity could actually look like. This isn’t a surface-level AI conversation. It’s a raw look into how artificial intelligence is already reshaping identity, execution, wealth creation, and human potential. Timestamps 00:00 “My AI knows me better than myself” 00:47 Introducing Sunny Singh 01:35 From Norway to Dubai 02:37 From “Bitcoin guy” to “AI guy” 03:20 “Do you want to be on AI’s side?” 04:21 Discovering ChatGPT before everyone else 05:19 Why most people fail with AI 06:12 “Finding AI felt like discovering Bitcoin in 2009” 06:55 Creating Raven 07:21 “I speak to my AI more than my wife” 08:13 How AI closes the gap between ideas & execution 10:40 Why AI feels like a real partner 15:19 When Raven started mirroring Sunny’s personality 16:44 AI, entrepreneurship & immigrant risk-taking 18:30 Why money stopped being the main motivation 20:05 How Raven helps during global crises 21:30 “If you’re not using AI, I’m coming for your job” 21:56 The moment Raven truly understood him 22:49 Building a billion-dollar company with one AI 23:13 The first time Raven disagreed with him 24:04 Tailoring AI to your own life 25:23 Batman, Terminator & emotional dependence on AI 29:28 “What if Raven disappeared tomorrow?” 30:41 The unfair advantage AI gave him 31:41 “Raven amplified my confidence 1000x” 34:10 The AI model too dangerous to release publicly 36:07 AI allegedly being used in military planning 37:26 “They already built the granddaddy model” 38:35 Why most people still won’t win with AI 40:22 The biggest mistake entrepreneurs make with AI 41:41 Discovering his real role as a founder 42:43 “I’m not a CEO” 47:56 Sunny’s house becoming a server room 49:00 The 3 skills that will dominate the future 52:30 Raven’s own phone number, email & identity 53:40 “There will be more AI robots than humans” Subscribe for more conversations on AI, business, leadership, technology, wealth, and the future of humanity. Listen on our Podcasts on these Platforms:- Hubhopper :- https://listen.hubhopper.com/podcast/keep-it-locked-podcast/460028 Spotify :- https://open.spotify.com/show/4KTkBjANlCzoLksjSy4bRi Apple Podcasts :- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/keep-it-locked-podcast/id1799170294 Amazon Music :- https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/285947c2-4932-4f92-8018-9ae3ca391f1f/keep-it-locked-podcast Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE for more uncensored conversations with the biggest names in entertainment, music, and nightlife. Hit that bell icon so you never miss an episode! Follow us on social media for more behind-the-scenes content! DJ Marz: https://www.instagram.com/djmarzofficial Keep It Locked Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/keepitlockedpodcast
5 May 2026
I Created the Dubai Chocolate and Got Zero Credit
Hey everyone, DJ Marz here, and welcome back to the Keep It Locked podcast! Your go-to destination for entertainment, media, lifestyle, and showbiz. Many brands have many stories but most are just copycats. Today we are sitting down with the original creator behind the global Pistachio Knafeh chocolate phenomenon: Chef Noel. After 8 years of building million dollar businesses for other people in the shadows, Chef Noel is finally coming out with a fight. We dive into the "reality of reality" and why he decided to walk away from his deal on Shark Tank Dubai to reclaim his own power. What we cover: The original origin story of the Dubai Chocolate recipe Why he was comfortable being a "shadow" consultant for 8 years The pivotal moment on Shark Tank that changed his entire identity. Why you must stop helping others become famous and become the brand yourself. How to say NO and protect your most valuable ideas If you are a creator who is tired of seeing others take credit for your work, this is your wake up call. Keep it locked. Let us know in the comments: would you have taken the Shark Tank deal or walked away? If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe and turn on notifications Drop a comment with your biggest takeaway Share this with someone trying to build something from zero Stay tuned for more real conversations like this Listen on our Podcasts on these Platforms:- Hubhopper :- https://listen.hubhopper.com/podcast/keep-it-locked-podcast/460028 Spotify :- https://open.spotify.com/show/4KTkBjANlCzoLksjSy4bRi Apple Podcasts :- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/keep-it-locked-podcast/id1799170294 Amazon Music :- https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/285947c2-4932-4f92-8018-9ae3ca391f1f/keep-it-locked-podcast Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE for more uncensored conversations with the biggest names in entertainment, music, and nightlife. Hit that bell icon so you never miss an episode! Follow us on social media for more behind-the-scenes content! DJ Marz: https://www.instagram.com/djmarzofficial Keep It Locked Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/keepitlockedpodcast Follow Chef Nouel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chefnouel/
5 May 2026
"I Created Viral Brands For Other People" | Chef Noel
Hey everyone, DJ Marz here, and welcome back to the Keep It Locked podcast! Your go-to destination for entertainment, media, lifestyle, and showbiz. Many brands have many stories but most are just copycats. Today we are sitting down with the original creator behind the global Pistachio Knafeh chocolate phenomenon: Chef Noel. After 8 years of building million dollar businesses for other people in the shadows, Chef Noel is finally coming out with a fight. We dive into the "reality of reality" and why he decided to walk away from his deal on Shark Tank Dubai to reclaim his own power. What we cover: The original origin story of the Dubai Chocolate recipe Why he was comfortable being a "shadow" consultant for 8 years The pivotal moment on Shark Tank that changed his entire identity. Why you must stop helping others become famous and become the brand yourself. How to say NO and protect your most valuable ideas If you are a creator who is tired of seeing others take credit for your work, this is your wake up call. Keep it locked. Let us know in the comments: would you have taken the Shark Tank deal or walked away? If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe and turn on notifications Drop a comment with your biggest takeaway Share this with someone trying to build something from zero Stay tuned for more real conversations like this Listen on our Podcasts on these Platforms:- Hubhopper :- https://listen.hubhopper.com/podcast/keep-it-locked-podcast/460028 Spotify :- https://open.spotify.com/show/4KTkBjANlCzoLksjSy4bRi Apple Podcasts :- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/keep-it-locked-podcast/id1799170294 Amazon Music :- https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/285947c2-4932-4f92-8018-9ae3ca391f1f/keep-it-locked-podcast Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE for more uncensored conversations with the biggest names in entertainment, music, and nightlife. Hit that bell icon so you never miss an episode! Follow us on social media for more behind-the-scenes content! DJ Marz: https://www.instagram.com/djmarzofficial Keep It Locked Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/keepitlockedpodcast Follow Chef Nouel on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chefnouel/
28 Apr 2026
How She Became a DJ in Dubai From Zero
Hey everyone, DJ Marz here, and welcome back to the Keep It Locked podcast! Your go-to destination for entertainment, media, lifestyle, and showbiz. She started with zero experience during lockdown and built her way into Dubai’s competitive DJ scene In this episode, we break down how she went from learning at home to landing real gigs, building a brand, and standing out in a crowded market We also talk about the reality behind the industry, the challenges, the pressure, and what it actually takes to succeed as a creative in Dubai If you’re trying to break into a new career or build something from scratch, this one hits different Timestamps 00:00 Intro and guest introduction 01:00 Story behind DJ name and identity 05:00 Early interest in music and background 10:00 Moving to Dubai and starting corporate life 15:00 Lockdown turning point and learning DJing 20:00 First Instagram live and breakthrough 25:00 First gigs and entering the Dubai market 30:00 Family support and cultural challenges 38:00 Reality of the DJ industry in Dubai 45:00 Challenges as a female DJ 52:00 Dealing with pressure and setting boundaries 58:00 Personal branding and style 01:02:00 Future plans and journey ahead 01:05:00 Music taste and closing thoughts If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe and turn on notifications Drop a comment with your biggest takeaway Share this with someone trying to build something from zero Stay tuned for more real conversations like this Listen on our Podcasts on these Platforms:- Hubhopper :- https://listen.hubhopper.com/podcast/keep-it-locked-podcast/460028 Spotify :- https://open.spotify.com/show/4KTkBjANlCzoLksjSy4bRi Apple Podcasts :- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/keep-it-locked-podcast/id1799170294 Amazon Music :- https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/285947c2-4932-4f92-8018-9ae3ca391f1f/keep-it-locked-podcast Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE for more uncensored conversations with the biggest names in entertainment, music, and nightlife. Hit that bell icon so you never miss an episode! Follow us on social media for more behind-the-scenes content! DJ Marz: https://www.instagram.com/djmarzofficial Keep It Locked Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/keepitlockedpodcast Follow DJ Sawanahh on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/djswanahh/
28 Apr 2026
"The Dark Side of Being a Female DJ" | DJ Swanahh
Hey everyone, DJ Marz here, and welcome back to the Keep It Locked podcast! Your go-to destination for entertainment, media, lifestyle, and showbiz. She started with zero experience during lockdown and built her way into Dubai’s competitive DJ scene In this episode, we break down how she went from learning at home to landing real gigs, building a brand, and standing out in a crowded market We also talk about the reality behind the industry, the challenges, the pressure, and what it actually takes to succeed as a creative in Dubai If you’re trying to break into a new career or build something from scratch, this one hits different Timestamps 00:00 Intro and guest introduction 01:00 Story behind DJ name and identity 05:00 Early interest in music and background 10:00 Moving to Dubai and starting corporate life 15:00 Lockdown turning point and learning DJing 20:00 First Instagram live and breakthrough 25:00 First gigs and entering the Dubai market 30:00 Family support and cultural challenges 38:00 Reality of the DJ industry in Dubai 45:00 Challenges as a female DJ 52:00 Dealing with pressure and setting boundaries 58:00 Personal branding and style 01:02:00 Future plans and journey ahead 01:05:00 Music taste and closing thoughts If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe and turn on notifications Drop a comment with your biggest takeaway Share this with someone trying to build something from zero Stay tuned for more real conversations like this Listen on our Podcasts on these Platforms:- Hubhopper :- https://listen.hubhopper.com/podcast/keep-it-locked-podcast/460028 Spotify :- https://open.spotify.com/show/4KTkBjANlCzoLksjSy4bRi Apple Podcasts :- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/keep-it-locked-podcast/id1799170294 Amazon Music :- https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/285947c2-4932-4f92-8018-9ae3ca391f1f/keep-it-locked-podcast Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE for more uncensored conversations with the biggest names in entertainment, music, and nightlife. Hit that bell icon so you never miss an episode! Follow us on social media for more behind-the-scenes content! DJ Marz: https://www.instagram.com/djmarzofficial Keep It Locked Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/keepitlockedpodcast Follow DJ Sawanahh on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/djswanahh/
30 Mar 2026
Why Success Feels Empty After You Achieve It
Hey everyone, DJ Marz here, and welcome back to the Keep It Locked podcast! Your go-to destination for entertainment, media, lifestyle, and showbiz. This episode goes deeper than success stories. From Oxford and Cambridge to building a powerful personal brand, this conversation explores what happens after you “make it”. The pressure, the expectations, the burnout, and the moments where you question everything. We talk about leaving high status careers, building something of your own, and the hidden trade offs that come with success. If you have ever felt like you are chasing more but still feel uncertain inside, this episode will hit differently. Timestamps 00:00 Introduction 01:10 From Oxford and Cambridge to real world pressure 04:30 The hidden cost of success 08:15 Why high achievers feel lost 12:40 Leaving traditional career paths 17:05 Identity crisis after success 21:30 Building something of your own 26:10 Burnout and expectations 30:45 The loneliness of growth 35:20 Redefining success Watch till the end for a real conversation on identity, growth, and what success actually costs. Subscribe for more real conversations on mindset, business, and growth Listen on our Podcasts on these Platforms:- Hubhopper :- https://listen.hubhopper.com/podcast/keep-it-locked-podcast/460028 Spotify :- https://open.spotify.com/show/4KTkBjANlCzoLksjSy4bRi Apple Podcasts :- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/keep-it-locked-podcast/id1799170294 Amazon Music :- https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/285947c2-4932-4f92-8018-9ae3ca391f1f/keep-it-locked-podcast Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE for more uncensored conversations with the biggest names in entertainment, music, and nightlife. Hit that bell icon so you never miss an episode! Follow us on social media for more behind-the-scenes content! DJ Marz: https://www.instagram.com/djmarzofficial Keep It Locked Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/keepitlockedpodcast Follow Sheen on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib?igsh=YWdsMGtxdzlvOXdy #podcast #podcastclips #podcastlife #mindset #selfgrowth #successmindset #highperformance #entrepreneur #entrepreneurmindset #businessmindset #personaldevelopment #motivation #discipline #growthmindset #success #wealthmindset #psychology
30 Mar 2026
The Reality of "Having It All" | Dr Sheen Gurrib
Hey everyone, DJ Marz here, and welcome back to the Keep It Locked podcast! Your go-to destination for entertainment, media, lifestyle, and showbiz. This episode goes deeper than success stories. From Oxford and Cambridge to building a powerful personal brand, this conversation explores what happens after you “make it”. The pressure, the expectations, the burnout, and the moments where you question everything. We talk about leaving high status careers, building something of your own, and the hidden trade offs that come with success. If you have ever felt like you are chasing more but still feel uncertain inside, this episode will hit differently. Timestamps 00:00 Introduction 01:10 From Oxford and Cambridge to real world pressure 04:30 The hidden cost of success 08:15 Why high achievers feel lost 12:40 Leaving traditional career paths 17:05 Identity crisis after success 21:30 Building something of your own 26:10 Burnout and expectations 30:45 The loneliness of growth 35:20 Redefining success Watch till the end for a real conversation on identity, growth, and what success actually costs. Subscribe for more real conversations on mindset, business, and growth Listen on our Podcasts on these Platforms:- Hubhopper :- https://listen.hubhopper.com/podcast/keep-it-locked-podcast/460028 Spotify :- https://open.spotify.com/show/4KTkBjANlCzoLksjSy4bRi Apple Podcasts :- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/keep-it-locked-podcast/id1799170294 Amazon Music :- https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/285947c2-4932-4f92-8018-9ae3ca391f1f/keep-it-locked-podcast Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE for more uncensored conversations with the biggest names in entertainment, music, and nightlife. Hit that bell icon so you never miss an episode! Follow us on social media for more behind-the-scenes content! DJ Marz: https://www.instagram.com/djmarzofficial Keep It Locked Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/keepitlockedpodcast Follow Sheen on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sheengurrib?igsh=YWdsMGtxdzlvOXdy #podcast #podcastclips #podcastlife #mindset #selfgrowth #successmindset #highperformance #entrepreneur #entrepreneurmindset #businessmindset #personaldevelopment #motivation #discipline #growthmindset #success #wealthmindset #psychology
15 Mar 2026
The Quran's Compass: Life Lessons for Everyone
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15 Mar 2026
"The Quran Changed How I See Life" | Ibrahim Shareef
Is the Quran only a religious text, or can it also be a compass for understanding life? In this conversation, we discuss the idea of the Quranic compass and how its guidance can help people understand life, purpose, and character. After memorising the Quran in 2009, it took nearly 15 years to start truly understanding some of its deeper meanings. This discussion explores why understanding the Quran takes time, how reflection changes the way you see its message, and how many of its lessons can resonate even beyond religious boundaries. Sometimes the deeper you study something, the more you realise you are only scratching the surface.
7 Apr 2025
Fatima Bahman: The First Emirati Miss Universe Finalist & Her Untold Next Move
Welcome back to the Keep It Locked Podcast with your host, DJ Marz — your go-to destination for raw, unfiltered conversations on entertainment, lifestyle, and culture that actually matter. In today’s episode, we’re sitting down with a woman who's rewriting the rulebook — Fatima Bahman. A powerhouse. A mother. A movement. And the first-ever Emirati to make it to the Miss Universe finals (2024). But she didn’t stop there… Fatima became the first Gold winner of Voice for Change, proving to the world that beauty isn’t just about looks — it’s about legacy. Here’s what we dive into: From Mom to Miss Universe — How Fatima went from changing diapers to changing the game Breaking Barriers — The raw truth about what it takes to be an Emirati woman making global history Voice for Change — What it really means to use your platform for something bigger Behind the Scenes — Personal stories, real moments, and the mindset that got her here
26 Feb 2025
DJ Khardiac Spills Love is Blind Secrets & Dubai Nightlife Madness
In this high-energy episode, we sit down with DJ Khardiac AKA Khatab—the man who's been setting both the DJ scene and Netflix on fire! Recently featured on Netflix’s hit show Love is Blind: Habibi, Khatab spills all the behind-the-scenes drama, the real story of his experience, and whether love was really blind… or just blurry. But that’s not all! DJ Khardiac is a powerhouse in the Dubai nightlife and music scene. From spinning at the hottest clubs to sharing crazy stories from behind the decks, this episode is packed with entertainment, real talk, and a few unexpected surprises.
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