It is unlikely you haven’t grooved to the superhit song of this year Jalebi baby, like the rest of the world! Super excited for this one with the Jalebi queen! On the podcast this week with me is the toast of the year, Shweta Subram discussing her success and her foray into the music world. We have heard so much about her success with Jalebi baby, but her story before this is not as much in the spotlight. Listen to us as we unravel her journey to the stupendous success with the runaway hit of...

Fashion, makeup and all things glamorous on the podcast this week with the UAE influencer queen Mona Tajarbi. Lots of unhinged banter discussing the joys and toxicities of the social media space and her juggles to find the the perfect life in between.  Join us as Mona shares her journey from anonymity to being a well acclaimed content creator in the UAE.  Follow the very stunning blogger Mona on her Instagram @monatajarbi Follow me on @chatmeup_tauhee for more fun updates and...

My guest Alex Augusti popularly know as JustFoodDXB, is no ordinary food blogger. He has taken the food blogging to an altogether new high, by doing review videos! And now I get a closure to why food blogging wasn't cut for me!  I am an absolute foodie. I tried my hand at food blogging for a bit and then realized the efforts and time spent on it is no joke! Moreover I don't have the patience to click the most aesthetic photos once my food is on the table. Listen to us this week as we have a...

This week on the podcast, listen to Suad Al Shamsy, the first female aeronautical engineer from the UAE; having a heart to heart conversation on the podcast and share her journey to success.  The conviction that led her forward despite all the odds. I love talking to women who have a powerful story to share, beating the odds and acing the game. We all have a hidden dream that probably could be challenging the norms. But how many of us has faced that battle? Join us, as we discuss her...

This week on the podcast is Kerala’s favourite, Vinod Narayan alias Ballatha Pahyan. Known very famously for his zany name and his thoughts on all things happening across India, his hard-hitting views are always intended to be taken with a pinch of salt (including this chat, no less)! Being as honest as can be. Join us as we dissect all things life, politics, movies and much more this week on Chat Me Up, all in his trendy ‘Ballaatha Pahyan’ style! Listen to him share short anecdotes and his...

This week on the podcast is the first Saudi Arabian woman and the youngest Arab to have conquered all seven summits across the world, including the Mt Everest! Listen to Raha share her experiences, how she braved through the challenges and has come through them all successful and raring to explore more. She also talks about her experiences of travelling around the world and shares her beautiful journey on the podcast! Hailing from a Saudi Arabian family, breaking all stereotypes, this is one...

Join me this week on the podcast with India's very own tech Czar as we proudly call him, Sam Pitroda; popularly known as the Father of India's Computer and IT revolution, Based out of San Francisco, listen to Sam Pitroda share his immense wealth of wisdom on all things past and how he believes technology can change the way we live and connect. We also discuss the release of his latest book , 'Redesign the World' and the futuristic vision he has for the world. Follow me on @chatmeup_tauhee...

This week on the podcast is my favourite travel blogger, TEDx speaker, and the youngest person to have covered all 193 countries in the world, the very charming Sal Lavallo. What started out as a passion was a life changer for Sal in so many aspects.  Listen to Sal share his experiences, learnings and his journey to Islam along his travelling journey! Just what you need to heard amidst all the chaos around the world.  Follow the suave Sal Lavallo on his YouTube and instagram...

This week on the podcast is Ayesha Husaini, founder/director of Manzil, UAE; a Centre for rehabilitation and education for children with special needs. Listen to her stories on how she discovered her passion to give back to the community and her experiences along this enriching journey. Keeping in line with my guests, I have to say she has been the most impactful in the truest sense of the word! Do visit their website www.manzil.ae for more information on the Centre and their role in...

Carrying forward the celebrations of women's day, this week on the podcast is the superwoman Anuja Chauhan. An ex-advertising mogul with many tags to her name and one of Indias top Bollywood scriptwriter and author, Anuja is now back with her latest book release ‘Club you to death’. This powerful lady and her wisdom will have you thinking on all the small things in life we chose to rush past ahead. Tune in to enjoy this chat and let me know what you think! Follow this diva on Instagram...

Super excited to release this podcast today! A very heartening conversation with my most senior interviewee thus far! I must admit I had my heart in my throat in trepidation but what a delight it was, enjoyed every minute of it and truly humbled! Tune in and listen to the Ex External Affairs Minister of India, Mr. Salman Khurshid and his wife Mrs. Louise Khurshid, also former MLA and active politician; have a fun conversation with me on Chat Me Up this week! Follow me on @chatmeup_tauhee...

This week on the podcast, is one of Dubais favourite blogger, Shabosphere. A blogger who blogs about all things food, recipes, fashion and lifestyle; all within your budget! Listen to Shabina share her Instagram tips and passion for what she does having given up a successful career in logistics. Its all in the heart and what you do about it after all! Like I believe in too, follow your heart3 Follow her for things to do in Dubai and your favorite recipes broken down @shabosphere Follow me...

This week on the podcast is a fun conversation with Indias trendsetter of sorts in media industry; Founder of Indias largest Digital Content Platform Pocket Aces with popular brands such as Filter Copy, Dice Media, Nutshell etc. It is interesting to hear how Anirudh made this transition from the corporate finance world into the cutthroat world of India’s Entertainment industry and build a brand like no other! Follow the suave media kingpin Anirudh @anipandita Follow me on @chatmeup_tauhee...

When it is Aisooti, you know it has to be intense. This week on the podcast is trendsetting Feminist, a TEDx speaker, Social Worker Aysha Mahmoud. A Powerhouse Personality who has made significant impact in communities and with many experiences to share, this is one episode you don't want to miss! More than the grit and laughs, join us on this complex journey of Aysha and how she survived through them all. A much needed uplifting conversation on Chat Me Up this week! Follow the feisty Aysha...

And just like that, its the start of the year and I'm so thrilled to be opening it on a high with my first podcast of the year! She needs no introduction but then its my honour to be have been able to do this so here goes! Lol This week on the podcast is the super talented, much celebrated and definitely the humblest person I've met, Khatija Rahman. I was jumping in joy when she responded and I think its safe to say we have been able to form a beautiful connection beyond the recording. A...

I've wanted to be an RJ from the time I started listening to radio but somehow it didn't quite happen. And in a very twisted but fortunate turn of events, here I am today interviewing my favorite Radio Jockey! This week on the podcast is UAE’s favorite morning show host who sends out so much energy to his listeners everyday, Mohit Dantre from Kadak FM! An absolute fun chat ranging from how he became an RJ, to be sitting down with all the top Bollywood stars today and more inside scoop from...

On this episode of Chat Me Up, we have the Co-Founder of the award winning boutique cake shop, Sugaholic. Join us as she shares her journey through entrepreneurship, her successful influencer journey and the challenges as a mother! Most importantly how to stay happy through them all!  Follow the sweetest lady (literally) on the gram at @happilysneha and her cakeshop on @sugaholicbakeshop Follow me on @chatmeup_tauhee for more fun updates and conversations!  If there is anyone you think...

To be at your humblest best even when you are at your peak is superbly exemplified by Virdah Javed Khan aka Mom In Dubai. A glamorous and beautiful personality inside out, Virdah talks about her journey she started from scratch with sheer hard work and a will to prove to herself, she is extraordinaire. An influencer with a massive following and a face of many brands across UAE, Virdah shares her highs and lows along her journey on this podcast. This is exactly what you need to hear to get...

On this episode of Chat Me Up, we have Dubais own Fixerman- Ziyad Bangara sharing with us his journey to launching the app with his co-founders and also a secret passion he follows by night, theatre. Join us on this chat to unravel everything that goes behind following your dream and working towards them all, step by step.  Follow the budding actor on instagram @ziyadbangara and his startup @fixermanme Follow me on @chatmeup_tauhee for more fun updates and conversations!  If there is anyone...

The Indian language Malayalam, is a very complex language. But as they say, love will conquer all. Our guest today, is not your regular American teacher. An English teacher who passionately loves languages, her love for Malayalam began after she met her Malayali husband. So much so that now she has taken to teaching the language! Your very unconventional American Malayalam teacher Eliza Keyton aka elikutty is on the podcast Chat Me Up today! Follow her on instagram @eli.kutty Follow me on...

To the uninitiated! Those who know me, know how I absolutely uninhibitedly love to speak and connect. So when I got thinking about my next gig, obviously this was the first thing that came into mind! To do what I love, which is to speak and connect! Which is how the concept of podcasting struck me. With this podcast of mine, I want to reach out to people who have made an impact. And talk to them, about them, for a change. Not their careers or the achievements, but what is it about them that...

This week Ayesha Ali, Managing Partner at Al Zarooni Electromechanical joins us on this fun chat show. Ayesha is a Dubai kid who has done college at top universities in the UK and is back in UAE to carry forward her family business leading them to...