Pulse 95 Live
Pulse 95 Radio, an affiliate of Sharjah Broadcasting Authority, is Sharjah’s first English radio station, featuring a diverse team of local and international presenters and a unique acoustic music format. Themed ‘The Heart of Sharjah,’ Pulse 95 is a fun, positive, feel-good, and light-talk radio station which brings listeners local and international stories, and showcases Sharjah’s rich cultural heritage and latest business developments. Catch all our 'Pulse 95 Live' coverage from your favourite events.
Episodes
November 26, 2025 • 21 mins
In this episode, bestselling thriller author Chris Pavone — known for The Expats, The Paris Diversion, and Two Nights in Lisbon — reflects on his transition from a publishing career to becoming a full-time novelist. He shares how his life abroad shaped his early storytelling, why he’s drawn to characters navigating uncertainty, and the techniques he uses to build tension, craft twists, and turn cities like Lisbon and Paris into liv...
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November 26, 2025 • 26 mins
In this episode, Dr. Nguyễn Phan Quế Mai — award-winning author of The Mountains Sing, Dust Child, and The Secret of Hoa Sen — shares how her journey across poetry, fiction, and nonfiction grew out of a deep need to tell the stories Vietnam carries within its history. She discusses the challenges of writing about sensitive subjects, from war trauma to the rarely-told Amerasian experience, and how careful research and compassion gui...
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November 26, 2025 • 13 mins
In this episode, Moudhy Al-Rashid, ancient historian and author of Between Two Rivers: Ancient Mesopotamia and the Birth of History, shares what first drew her into the world of early civilizations and why the stories of ordinary people — not kings — became the heart of her work. She explains how she balances rigorous scholarship with poetic, emotionally resonant storytelling, making complex history accessible to modern readers.
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November 26, 2025 • 14 mins
In this episode, Sarah LaBrie — writer, librettist, and author of the acclaimed memoir No One Gets to Fall Apart — speaks about navigating race, identity, and mental health on the page. She reflects on the responsibility of portraying these themes with honesty while ensuring multiple perspectives are heard. Sarah also opens up about the difficulty of writing deeply personal scenes, including her mother’s breakdown and the multi-gen...
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November 26, 2025 • 10 mins
In this episode, Mariam Rahmani — author, translator, and scholar — reflects on her journey across fiction, translation, and academia. She shares the moment she realised she wanted to work on both sides of literature, and what translating books like In Case of Emergency taught her about language, culture, and the ethics of storytelling.
Rahmani discusses how her lived experience shaped Liquid: A Love Story, a novel that blends rom...
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November 26, 2025 • 6 mins
In this episode, Banu Mushtaq — journalist, activist, and the first Kannada-language author to win the International Booker Prize (2025) for her short-story collection Heart Lamp — reflects on a lifetime of writing rooted in justice, identity, and lived experience. She shares what moved her toward short stories as her primary form, how she balances activism with literary imagination, and how global recognition has reshaped her unde...
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November 26, 2025 • 15 mins
In this episode, award-winning literary translator Lisa Dillman — who has translated more than thirty novels from Spanish and Catalan into English — opens a window into the art and craft of translation. She explains what draws her to a book, from voice and cultural depth to linguistic challenge, and walks us step by step through her process, from deep research to “entering character” on the page. Lisa reflects on being a National B...
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November 24, 2025 • 9 mins
Ajmal Hassan from Discover Mleiha joins the special show to discuss the tourism potential of Mleiha desert. We hear about its geographical diversity and the natural beauty of the region.
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November 24, 2025 • 13 mins
HE Khalid Jassim Al Midfa, Chairman of Sharjah Tourism joins us on the show to share his thoughts on the forum. We also discuss tourism arrivals and the contribution of the sector to the local economy.
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November 24, 2025 • 8 mins
Akash Ranjith he Founder and CEO of Zerzura joins us on the show to discuss the significance of exclusive adventure experiences. We learn about Mleiha and how it has become an attractive destination amongst high-end customers who seek bespoke experiences.
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November 24, 2025 • 7 mins
In this interview we speak to Marc Reineke who shares his insights on a "framework behind a scalable business, without the usual chaos. We discuss the opportunities of a company to make the most of AI tools and prompts to streamline their operations.
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November 24, 2025 • 9 mins
Marilu Olvera GM of Chedi Al Bait joins us on our special show from SITTF 2025 to discuss sustainable practices of a hotel and adapting to the technological evolution of AI.
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November 18, 2025 • 6 mins
In this episode, Asad Orm, Group Circulation Manager – Books & Magazines at Motivate Media Group, gives an inside look at how one of the region’s most influential media houses gets books and magazines into the hands of readers across the UAE and beyond. He discusses the evolving role of circulation in a digital era, how distribution strategies are changing for publishers and authors, and what it takes to keep print alive in one of ...
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November 17, 2025 • 22 mins
In this episode, Dr. Fatima Al Muhairi, veterinarian and creator of the Anatomical Atlas of the Dromedary Camel, explains what inspired her to document one of the region’s most culturally and scientifically significant animals. She discusses the scientific and logistical challenges of producing such a detailed reference, the camel’s surprising anatomical adaptations, and how her work serves both modern veterinary practice and the p...
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November 17, 2025 • 20 mins
In this episode, Fadi Kattan, chef and author of Bethlehem: A Celebration of Palestinian Food, shares how his love for cooking evolved into storytelling — turning recipes into a testament to heritage, memory, and identity. Speaking at the Sharjah International Book Fair 2025, he reflects on how each dish connects him to his hometown of Bethlehem and the farmers, families, and traditions that inspired his book. Fadi discusses the de...
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November 17, 2025 • 14 mins
In this episode, Saif Al Suwaidi, Director of Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone (SPC Free Zone), discusses how Sharjah became a global hub for publishing, media, and creative industries. He explains the motivation behind establishing SPC Free Zone, its role in driving innovation, and how strategic partnerships — such as the recent MoU with Mashreq Bank — are empowering entrepreneurs and cultural firms across the UAE. With over 16,0...
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November 16, 2025 • 9 mins
A deep conversation with Dr Reem Obeidat on how design thinking, strategy, and organisational culture shape the way institutions grow. From leadership to innovation, she breaks down how purposeful creativity can transform the future of work across the Arab world. Recorded live at the Sharjah International Book Fair.
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November 16, 2025 • 8 mins
At ninety one years old, Al Haj N. Jamaludhin is the oldest published author in the history of the Sharjah International Book Fair. In this intimate interview, he reflects on poetry, faith, Kerala, the UAE, and the lifelong belief that stories should cross languages and generations. A moving conversation with a writer whose legacy continues to inspire.
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November 15, 2025 • 16 mins
Step into the world of myth, magic and modern storytelling. Saniya Chughtai joins us at the Sharjah International Book Fair to talk about Marni Khan, the Energy Warriors, and how fantasy can empower young readers to understand identity, courage and culture.
Listen to #Pulse95Radio in the UAE by tuning in on 95.00 FM or online at www.pulse95radio.net
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November 13, 2025 • 12 mins
In this episode, Moza Al Rand, Head of Events and Planning for the Poetry Corner at the Sharjah International Book Fair 2025, shares the story behind the innovative Poetry Pharmacy — a space where poems serve as emotional remedies for visitors. She discusses how the concept was brought to life, the creative challenges of transforming poetry into an interactive experience, and how it ties into the fair’s theme “Between You and a Boo...
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