Afternoons with Helen Farmer
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Afternoons with Helen Farmer
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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Food, fun and festive films
From the Mexican restaurant prizing authenticity to a sneaker/snack crossover, Helen meets the foodies changing the scene in Dubai this week. Plus, we...
Moves like Jagger
82-year-old Mick Jagger’s extreme workout regime has gone viral for testing the fittest 20-somethings. It’s proof that exercise isn’t only for the you...
Learning from Lando
He conquered self-doubt to become F1's world champion in Abu Dhabi - but what can the rest of us learn from Lando Norris' lessons in psychology? Helen...
Dyslexic thinking for creativity
It's long been viewed negatively - but if dyslexia impacts one in three entrepreneurs, are we thinking about it all wrong? We meet a creator who says...
Are millennials ageing like milk?
New research says elder millennials could be about to fall off an ageing cliff, with data suggesting age 44 marks a significant health decline for man...
Your next dining spot from city to the sea
The weather is perfect in Dubai, so if you’re dreaming of your next long lunch or golden-hour dinner, there’s a new spot by the sea that’s already tur...
Why are rage rooms becoming more popular now?
From smash spaces, filled with old TVs, washing machines and crockery, to primal scream sessions and rage therapy, facilities that offer an outlet for...
This is how much you need to raise your child
The team at MoneyFarm has uncovered a steep jump in the cost of raising a child, to an average of AED 1.2 million BEFORE you include school fees. That...
Celebrating Eid Al Etihad
This Eid Al Etihad, Helen meets Emirati entrepreneur, founder and athlete Asmah Hilal Lootah to talk 20 years in business in the UAE, and talks one ex...
Eats & entertainment
From hot new restaurants and celebrating chefs, to insider food tours and a behind the scenes glimpse at the Coca-Cola Arena, Helen has all the intel...
Expat foster care in the UAE
A new law means non-Emiratis can now foster children here in the UAE. So, what does it mean for families - and what is the reality of building a famil...
Drinking and December
It's an issue it can be hard to discuss, but the festive season and problem drinking go hand in hand. Helen meets the experts providing rehabilitation...
Do pre-schoolers need skincare?
A new skincare line aimed at kids as young as three has been making global headlines. Its makers say it lets kids play grown-up safely. Its critics sa...
The world’s favourite art piece?
It’s gone from a viral Instagram account to a global survey, examining the public’s answer to the question “if you could own any artwork in the world,...
How it feels to Defy Gravity
This week, the cast of WICKED the musical arrived in the Middle East to begin rehearsals before their opening night at Dubai Opera in January. Helen i...
Could you save your sanity by saying NO(vember)?
It’s social season, sports season, school end of term, and the demands are endless. But could you say ‘no’ to more engagements without losing friends...
What your health data is REALLY telling you
From sleep to shift work, jetlag to stress, Helen gets the lowdown from Dr. Kristen Holmes, Global Head of Human Performance at WHOOP.
Plus, we...
But how are you REALLY
Burnout, stress and overwhelm are rife - so why do we all feel the need to pretend we’re “fine”? Helen asks Dr Thoriya.
Plus, we meet the dad he...
AI versus humans...
From misdiagnosis to the new companions apeing human connection, tech companies are coming for our most private interactions. But what are the potenti...
Live from DP World Tour Championship
From family fun to ladies day, we get the lowdown on everything golfing going on this weekend.
Plus, we're joined by chef Richard Sandoval, we t...
What your kids want you to know about their online lives
Children now spend nearly five hours a day on screens outside school, yet almost half of teens say their parents don’t understand their online world....
Did women really ruin the workplace?
It’s the NYT headline that sparked a thousand others – but what does that viral question tell us about workplace relations in 2025? Helen asks recruit...
The rise of male facial tweaks
From David Beckham to Bradley Cooper, a host of famous men have stepped out with remarkably different faces lately. So why are men now getting more tw...
Will UAE divorce law change forever?
A ground-breaking case in Abu Dhabi could see a man awarded maintenance by his ex-wife in a historic first. Lawyer Byron James has the lowdown.
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The art of restaurant reviewing
In an age of influencers, is there still a place for anonymous expert food commentary? Helen asks Dubai’s OG influencer, Foodiva.
Plus, w...
How to beat the impact of bullying
It’s shifted from the playground to phones and online platforms, but the impact of bullying remains huge. So, how do you help your child, tween or tee...
Out of work? How to handle Dubai's job market
You’re not new to Dubai - but you’re out of work and you can’t find a job. What do you do? Recruiter Mollie Powell has all the answers you need.
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Making work WORK for parents and kids
According to the new Motherhood & Ambition in the UAE study, 73% of mothers are still working in some capacity – but nearly a third say they feel much...
Is your salary stagnating?
Employees in the UAE face a contraction in salaries this year as a flood of new residents comes to the country, according to new data. So, how do you...
How to game – without a screen!
It’s Friday, which means food and fun. Helen learns about a new tabletop gaming tournament headed for Dubai, discusses a year of UAE award wins with c...
Are you broke by payday?
The average worker has spent almost 50% of their paycheque within 48 hours of being paid. So, how do you stretch your funds further when costs keep ri...
Infidelity, break-ups and revenge
Lily Allen’s new album has gone viral for its unfiltered honesty about heartbreak and betrayal. But when does emotional expression cross into revenge...
When does busyness become a health problem?
Ask your friends how they’re doing right now, and the chances are the word overwhelm will feature. But how does that differ from stress - and when doe...
How to raise a healthy gamer
Digital addiction is fast becoming one of the world’s biggest mental health challenges. Now, one globally-renowned expert says the problem isn’t games...
Your weekend, sorted
From new restaurants and a museum opening, to movie releases and a GOAT festival, we’ve got all the fun you could ask for this Friday!
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Think before you trend
Dubai Police are warning parents about the latest risky TikTok trend — but why are kids so easily swept up in viral challenges? Psychologist Mark Samw...
How to rebuild a life
How do you relearn and recover when your life changes in an instant? Helen finds out from adaptive athlete Henry Dunn, a Dubai-based coach who faced a...
Are you headed for a slow divorce?
Can’t be bothered to argue anymore, and intimacy feels like a chore? You’re not alone. Relationship experts call it “slow-burn divorce”. Helen finds o...
First there was catfishing, now there's CHATFISHING
Something new is emerging in the world of digital dating. Chatfishing is a new word coined for when a person uses AI-generated messages to disguise or...
Croissants and haute couture
From chef Yannick Alleno’s new chocolaterie to the French pastry chef now serving Dubai’s fashion set, Helen gets the lowdown on the city’s sweetest e...