Welcome to Sobha The Living Room - the official podcast by Sobha Realty.
This is your invitation into the world of luxury living, smart investments, and the future of real estate in the UAE and beyond.
Whether you're searching for your dream home or exploring high-value investment opportunities, this podcast offers expert insights, market trends, and stories behind some of the most iconic communities in the region.
At Sobha, we’ve built landmarks. Now, we’re building conversations. ✨
In this episode of Sobha The Living Room, host Nimi Mehta sits down with Spencer Lodge, serial entrepreneur, investor, and host of Made in Dubai, for a candid conversation on long-term wealth building, real estate cycles, and why Dubai continues to attract global capital. Spencer shares what he has witnessed firsthand over 20 years in the UAE, from watching the Palm rise out of the sea to seeing entire communities transform into global investment hubs. He explains why timing the market is a ...
4 Feb 2026
Smarter Borrowing - Greater Wealth
In this episode of Sobha The Living Room, host Nimi Mehta sits down with Michael Hunter, Co-Founder & CEO of Holo, to break down the real truth about mortgages in the UAE and why “smarter borrowing” is often what helps people build wealth faster, not slower. Michael shares what he’s learned from a decade in the UAE mortgage market, the biggest misconceptions first-time buyers still believe, and why many cash-rich buyers still choose mortgages when the numbers make sense. They also get in...
23 Dec 2025
A Country Built on Performance – Investing in the UAE
In this episode of Sobha The Living Room, host Nimi Mehta sits down with Nazish Khan, Chief Operating Officer at FIDU Properties and a real estate leader with over 21 years of experience in Dubai’s property market. Born and raised in the city, Nazish has witnessed Dubai’s evolution from an emerging destination to a globally trusted investment hub. With experience across every layer of the industry, he shares a practical, performance driven view on why Dubai continues to attract global capita...
5 Dec 2025
The Recap: Lifestyle in the UAE
In this special recap episode of Sobha The Living Room, host Nimi Mehta brings together the strongest insights from Episodes 5 to 8. These conversations highlight how the UAE continues to evolve into one of the world’s most desired places to live, invest and build a life. Across these four episodes, our guests unpacked how safety influences everyday living, how COVID reshaped the meaning of home, why families are choosing intentional communities, and how the idea of luxury has shifted from p...
4 Nov 2025
Women of Influence – Redefining Lifestyle in the UAE
In this episode of Sobha The Living Room, host Nimi Mehta sits down with Qurat Ul Ain, Co-Founder and Chief Legal Officer of DRE Homes, and one of the most respected voices in Dubai’s property market. From advising first-time buyers to guiding investors through the city’s ever-changing skyline, Qurat has witnessed Dubai’s transformation from a transient hub to a global home for innovation, culture, and community living. Together, Nimi and Qurat explore how design, detail, and diversity have...
7 Oct 2025
A place to call home - What Life in the UAE Really Looks Like
In this episode of Sobha The Living Room, host Nimi Mehta sits down with Peggy Li, Founder of SPS Affinity and one of the region’s most respected voices in hospitality and F&B strategy. From Michelin-starred restaurants in London to curating dining concepts across Dubai, Peggy has seen the city evolve from a transient stopover to a thriving hub where people now build lives, families, and legacies. Together, Nimi and Peggy explore what home really means in a city as global and fast-movin...
9 Sept 2025
Community, Connection & Belonging
In this episode of Sobha The Living Room, host Nimi Mehta is joined by Kavita Srinivasan, former Editor-in-Chief of Cosmopolitan Middle East, now a trauma counselor, parenting coach and founder of Raising Hearts. Kavita opens up about her personal journey of healing and why the true luxuries of life in the UAE extend far beyond architecture and amenities. Together they explore how safety shapes confidence, how intentional communities are redefining home, and why connection and belonging matt...
12 Aug 2025
Living The Story - UAE Lifestyle, Legacy & Luxury
In this episode of Sobha The Living Room, host Nimi Mehta is joined by Khaldoun Shindi, General Manager of Real Estate Masters, for an inspiring conversation about UAE living, legacy, and the evolving meaning of luxury. With 25 years of experience in the UAE, Khaldoun has witnessed Dubai’s transformation first-hand—from a city that ended at Jumeirah Beach Hotel to one of the most desirable destinations in the world. He shares how safety, opportunity, and design excellence define the UAE life...
29 Jul 2025
The Recap: Why The UAE Leads
In this special recap episode of Sobha The Living Room, host Nimi Mehta takes you through the most compelling insights from the first four episodes of the series. From the UAE’s evolution into a global investment magnet to the rise of branded residences, shifting buyer mindsets, and the expanding role of digital innovation, this episode captures the voices of industry leaders driving change in the UAE’s real estate market. Tune in to hear highlights from: - Loai Al Fakir, Founder & CEO of...
1 Jul 2025
Why The World Buys In: Sobha, UAE & The Global Dream
Ashish Parakh, Group Chief Sales & Marketing Officer at Sobha Realty, discusses Sobha's approach to building premium communities and fostering lasting relationships in the UAE real estate market in an interview with Nimi Mehta.
10 Jun 2025
UAE Real Estate Foundations - A buyers guide
Lynnette Sacchetto and Sanjay Gagarani explore the UAE's shifting real estate market, discussing transactions, golden visas, and strategic planning with host Nimi Mehta in an interview.
20 May 2025
Beyond the Boom: How the UAE Is Redefining Global Real Estate
In this episode of Sobha The Living Room, Nimi Mehta sits down with Michael Lahyani, Founder & CEO of Property Finder, to unpack Dubai’s rapid real estate transformation. Discover what’s driving investor interest, how immigration trends are reshaping demand, and why today’s buyers are influencing how properties are built and sold. Topics include: - Dubai’s evolution into a global property hotspot - The shift from investors to end-users - Off-plan trends, free zones, and future-ready commu...
6 May 2025
The UAE’s Real Estate Revolution: Why the World Is Investing Here
Sobha The Living Room kicks off with a powerful first episode featuring Loai Al Fakir, CEO & Founder of Provident Real Estate. Host Nimi Mehta and Loai explore how the UAE has become one of the world’s hottest real estate markets — outpacing cities like New York and London — and what’s driving global interest. In this episode: - Why the UAE attracts global investors & homeowners - The boom in branded residences and smart communities - Why more high-net-worth individuals are moving t...
29 Apr 2025
Introducing Sobha The Living Room – Podcast by Sobha Realty
Welcome to Sobha The Living Room - the official podcast by Sobha Realty. This is your invitation into the world of luxury living, smart investments, and the future of real estate in the UAE and beyond. Whether you're searching for your dream home or exploring high-value investment opportunities, this podcast offers expert insights, market trends, and stories behind some of the most iconic communities in the region. 🎧 What to expect: Real conversations with industry leaders & seasoned i...
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