The Dialogue shines a light on influential personalities from across the MENA region and beyond, each with an inspirational message to tell. Discover their hopes for a better tomorrow and the next generation.

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Tennis stars discuss their goals and inspirations for this season

In partnership with Media City

The Qatar Open attracts top players to Doha every February. With a new 500 ranking this year, the stakes are higher than ever.

29/03/2025

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Nasser Al-Khori leverages the power of sport to shape the leaders of tomorrow

In partnership with Media City

Nasser Al-Khori is the driving force behind Generation Amazing, the foundation is a legacy of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022.

22/02/2025

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Francis Ngannou, the hard-hitting MMA champion with a soft heart

In partnership with Media City

From a difficult childhood in Cameroon to becoming one of the best combat sports champions of his time, Francis Ngannou holds the record of 18 MMA fight wins.

25/01/2025

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Resilience and determination, the story of a Qatari mountaineer

In partnership with Media City

Fahad Badar is the first Arab to summit Mount Everest and Lhotse in a single expedition.

28/12/2024

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Amro Al-Hamad and the new age of motorsports in the Middle East

In partnership with Media City

Endurance racing driver Amro Al-Hamad was crucial in establishing Qatar as a global powerhouse in Middle Eastern motorsports and added the country to the Formula 1 annual calendar.

30/11/2024

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The inspirational story of Dutch Olympic champion Sifan Hassan

In partnership with Media City

Dutch athlete Sifan Hassan made history at the Olympics Paris 2024, winning three medals and breaking a world record in the marathon.

26/10/2024

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The classical music prodigy breaking new fronters for orchestras’ love

In partnership with Media City

German conductor Elias Grandy is acclaimed for his technical precision and deep understanding of the psychological nuances in great music. This award-winning artist delivers evocative interpretations of operatic and orchestral masterpieces.

28/09/2024

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The doctor protecting the health of future generations

In partnership with Media City

Sidra Medicine in Qatar is one of the world's leading hospitals for women and children. CEO Doctor Iyabo Tinubu-Karch is paving the way for a new way to care for the sickest patients. Her vision for personalised healthcare is inspiring clinicians and civil society alike.

29/06/2024

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Legacy and transmission in the music of Aston Barrett Jr

In partnership with Media City

The Dialogue sat with Aston Barrett Jr, the leader of the legendary reggae band The Wailers. Aston is travelling globally to commemorate the 40th anniversary of "Legend," the highest-selling reggae album in history.

25/05/2024

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Sultan Sooud Al Qassemi, the art collector supporting gender equality

In partnership with Media City

There is no more passionate advocate for art in the Arab world then Sultan Sooud Al Qassemi. The Emirati curator, professor and columnist is on a mission to share inspiring work from diverse artists and promote the work of women from the region.

27/04/2024

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Azzam Al Mannai, the photographer connecting people to nature

In partnership with Media City

How do we reconnect ourselves with the essence of nature? How do we celebrate its beauty in our daily life? These are the key messages behind the work of the Qatari photographer Azzam Al Mannai. His magnificent pictures of whale sharks and wildlife are renowned around the world.

30/03/2024

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Folly Bah Thibault, the journalist on a mission for education

In partnership with Media City

Women’s empowerment, gender equality, Folly Bah Thibault is pushing boundaries for a fair access to education, especially in Africa. Renowned journalist at Al Jazeera English in Qatar, she sat down with The Dialogue to talk about her engagement from the news desks to the school desks.

24/02/2024

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Mutaz Barshim, the high jump legend who defies gravity and time

In partnership with Media City

As the Olympic Games Paris 2024 are looming up, high jump legend Mutaz Barshim from Qatar sat with The Dialogue to discuss his career and his vision on the sport he raised to an art to become Olympic and triple World Champion.

27/01/2024

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Chef Surender Mohan: sharing India’s culinary heritage

In partnership with Media City

Guy Shone and The Dialogue met with Surender Mohan, Executive Chef at Jamavar restaurants, to discuss his passion for cooking, from his childhood in India, to international recognition with a Guide Michelin star.

09/12/2023

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Hamad Al Amari, from 'The Qatari Guy' to the Qatari guide

In partnership with Media City

Hamad Al Amari is a Qatari Comedian who was raised in Ireland and the USA. This cultural background gives him an intuitive grasp of different ways of life. He shared with The Dialogue his thoughts on how he tries to use Comedy and his gift for bringing audiences together to bridge cultural gaps.

11/11/2023

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Khalid Albaih, or the art of fighting injustice

In partnership with Media City

Khalid Albaih is a Sudanese political cartoonist and civil rights activist. He has earned international recognition as one of the most influential political cartoonists. His fight has no frontiers and his goal has never changed: using art to make the world a better place, as he told The Dialogue.

14/10/2023

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A sporting chance: where men and women are equal on the field

In partnership with Media City

Jan Tops is a giant of the equestrian world. After a brilliant career competing at the highest level and winning Olympic gold in Barcelona (1992), he set up in 2006 the Longines Global Champions Tour and League, which have become preeminent showjumping competitions.

16/09/2023

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Rhythms of the Gulf: The singing star bringing Khaliji music to the world

In partnership with Media City

Qatari singer Fahad Al Kubaisi talks to The Dialogue about his successes, performing on the 2022 FIFA World Cup song and how he's aiming to take Khaliji music mainstream

10/06/2023

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Generation Hope: Children, charity and knowing your limits

In partnership with Media City

Save the Children's UK CEO talks to The Dialogue about the organisation's work and how she's learned to know her own limits. In partnership with Media City Qatar.

13/05/2023

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Radical Inclusion: The social impact entrepreneur creating an inclusive society

In partnership with Media City

Dr. Victor Pineda wants to reimagine a world where everyone belongs. His Foundation has partnered with cities, creating a global campaign to improve accessibility.

15/04/2023