Join Tova & Sandra, two Canadian expats, as they share the honest story of moving to Doha, exploring the surprises, challenges and unexpected joys of building a new life in Qatar while seeking a better future for Tova's nonverbal autistic son.
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Postcards from Doha - An Interview With Sandee Thompson
In honour of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, this week on Postcards from Doha we sit down with Sandee Thompson, a two-time breast cancer survivor who has called Qatar home for many years. Sandee shares her experience of building a life in Doha, finding community far from home and navigating breast cancer while living abroad. We talk about the people and experiences that have shaped her time here, the importance of connection and why she believes in living life as largely as possible.
13 Oct 2026
Where Should You Actually Live in Doha?
This week on Postcards from Doha, Sandra and Tova tackle one of the biggest questions when moving to Qatar: where should you live?
6 Oct 2026
Postcards from Doha - An Interview With Edward Kolla
This week on Postcards from Doha, we sit down with Edward Kolla, Associate Professor of History at Georgetown University in Qatar, to talk about what 16 years of living in Doha has taught him.
29 Sept 2026
Eating Our Way Through Doha
From our first shawarma and karak to the incredible Lebanese, Indian, Turkish and Persian cuisine we’ve fallen in love with, we’re talking about the meals, traditions and guilty pleasures that have become part of everyday life in Qatar.
22 Sept 2026
Postcards From Doha - An Interview With Ahmed Fatouh
This week on Postcards from Doha, we sit down with Tova’s husband, Ahmed Fatouh, a cybersecurity specialist who took the leap and started his own firm right here in Doha.
15 Sept 2026
The Postcards Podcast from Doha Guide to Not Accidentally Being an Idiot in Qatar
In this episode, we’re sharing the dos and don’ts we wish someone had told us before we arrived—from dress codes and public etiquette to Ramadan, photography, greetings, and the little cultural surprises that can catch newcomers off guard. It’s an honest, practical, and fun conversation full of lessons we’ve learned (sometimes the hard way!).
8 Sept 2026
Get to Know Us
In this special Q&A episode, we’re pulling back the curtain and answering your questions about our lives, careers, friendships, travel, relationships, and the journey that brought us to Qatar.
1 Sept 2026
Your First Month in Doha Part Two
Now that you’ve settled in, what’s next? In Part Two, we dive into the next steps of building a life in Doha. Join us as we share the tips, experiences and little wins that helped Qatar start feeling like home.
25 Aug 2026
Your First Month in Doha Part One
In Part One of this two-part series, we walk through the excitement, surprises and challenges of your first month in Doha. From finding your footing and navigating the essentials to adjusting to a new culture and daily routine, we share the lessons we wish we’d known before making the move.
17 Aug 2026
More Than Charity, Qatar Cares
Beyond the skyscrapers and luxury, we discovered a country where generosity, community and compassion are woven into everyday life. From acts of kindness to large-scale humanitarian efforts, we talk about how Qatar’s culture of giving has challenged our assumptions and reshaped the way we think about charity.
10 Aug 2026
Why Everyone Should Live Abroad Once
Moving to another country pushes you outside your comfort zone in the best possible way. It changes how you see the world, challenges long-held assumptions and helps you grow in ways you never expected.
4 Aug 2026
What Qatar Has Taught Us So Far
From unexpected cultural differences and everyday routines to building community, navigating life as newcomers and finding a sense of home, we’re sharing the moments that challenged us, surprised us and changed our perspective.
26 Jul 2026
The Doha We Didn't Expect
In this episode, we talk about the things that surprised us most after making the move to Doha, Qatar—from the incredible sense of safety and welcoming community to the food, culture, customer service and everyday moments that have completely changed our perspective.
14 Jul 2026
The Myth of Starting Over
Starting over isn’t about erasing your past—it’s about reinventing yourself, embracing change and discovering who you are beyond your career.
14 Jul 2026
New In Qatar: Making Friends After Forty
Making friends as an adult isn’t easy. Sandra and Tova share their experiences building a new social circle in Doha and why it’s never too late to find your community.
12 Jul 2026
Moving to Qatar: The Culture Shock No One Told Us About
What happens when you leave everything familiar behind and start a new life in the Middle East?
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