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Rice Pudding Project
by Amin
The Rice Pudding Project is an independent podcast featuring authentic conversations with athletes, creatives, and entrepreneurs worldwide.Hosted by director and comedian Amin Soltani, each episode dives into powerful human stories — from personal challenges and failures to resilience, creativity, and success.If you’re looking for a podcast that blends inspiration, humour, and unfiltered storytelling, this is it.
Episodes
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Wolfi — The Fire That Took Everything, Building a Cycling Community in the UAE & Why Hard Times Make Hard Men | The Rice Pudding Project**
Wolfi — The Fire That Took Everything, Building a Cycling Community in the UAE & Why Hard Times Make Hard Men | The Rice Pudding Project**The warehouse burned to the ground.The only thing left standing was a yellow Tour de France jersey that fell from a frame and somehow survived the fire.Within…
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Deji — 71 Million Views, The Brother Who Almost Didn't Show Up & What Nobody Tells You About Going Viral | The Rice Pudding Project
Deji — 71 Million Views, The Brother Who Almost Didn't Show Up & What Nobody Tells You About Going Viral | The Rice Pudding ProjectThe person who was supposed to show up for the shoot didn't. His older brother was just sitting in the room. One question. One yes. 71 million views on TikTok.Deji…
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Competing With a Slipped Disc, First Iranian World Champion & Never Forgetting Where You Come From | The Rice Pudding Project
Competing With a Slipped Disc, First Iranian World Champion & Never Forgetting Where You Come From | The Rice Pudding ProjectPouya walked into a world championship with a slipped disc in his neck.The doctors said two weeks out minimum.He competed anyway. And he won.That is the kind of person this...
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Building World Champions, The Mirror Moment & Using Words That Were Meant to Break You | The Rice Pudding Project
Building World Champions, The Mirror Moment & Using Words That Were Meant to Break You | The Rice Pudding ProjectJavier Mendez does not do motivational speeches.He does not use big words. He does not have a twelve-step framework. He does not tell his fighters they are great when they are not.He...
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Scott Breckinridge — Venomous Snakes, Saving Extinct Species & Living Every Day Like It's Your Last
Scott Breckinridge is not like most people.He caught venomous snakes for pocket money as a child in Australia. He has been bitten. He has spent two hours removing an animal that had latched onto him. He has jumped into crocodile enclosures.And he has dedicated his life to breeding critically...
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Chosen by Quincy Jones: Dante Kennedy on Legacy, Drumming, and Building Q's Bar & Lounge Dubai
Chosen by Quincy Jones: Dante Kennedy on Legacy, Drumming, and Building Q's Bar & Lounge DubaiWhen Quincy Jones handpicks you to bring his vision to life, you don't just show up — you carry a legacy. Dante Kennedy is the Entertainment and Music Director behind Q's Bar & Lounge in Dubai, the first...
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"Rudy Bouchebel: Surviving the Beirut Explosion and Life Behind the Lens"
"Rudy Bouchebel: Surviving the Beirut Explosion and Life Behind the Lens"Rudy Bouchebel joins us to talk about growing up in Beirut, living through the 2020 Beirut explosion, and how that moment shaped the rest of his life and career. Rudy shares how photography became his way of processing the...
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"Boxing to MMA to Jiu Jitsu: What Franco Mamba Learned Along the Way"
"Boxing to MMA to Jiu Jitsu: What Franco Mamba Learned Along the Way"Franco Mamba joins us to talk about growing up in Philadelphia, starting out in boxing, and eventually transitioning into MMA and Jiu Jitsu. Franco shares what it was like coming up in the Philly boxing scene, why he made the...
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"Tylan Williams: Life After a Spinal Cord Injury and the Mission to Walk Again"
"Tylan Williams: Life After a Spinal Cord Injury and the Mission to Walk Again"Tylan Williams joins us to share the story of the motorbike accident that left him with a T6–T7 spinal cord injury and paralyzed from the chest down — and everything that's come after. Tylan opens up about life...
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"Breakups, Burnout & Building: Hady Amer on Leaving Pharma to Bet on Himself"
This week we sit down with Hady Amer — former professional football player turned pharma exec turned founder of Forus and Blindspot Health. Hady walks us through the moment he walked away from pro sports, why he later walked away from a stable pharma career to build his own companies, and the...
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Robby Collins: Every Comedian Bombs — Here's Why That's Okay
Robby Collins: Every Comedian Bombs — Here's Why That's OkaySouth African comedian Robby Collins joins us to talk about finding his purpose through comedy, touring with Trevor Noah, and opening for Dave Chappelle. Robby opens up about how some of his best material came out of his most depressed...
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"Dave Catudal on Cancer, Loss, and What It Taught Him About Living"
Dave Catudal opens up about his own battle with testicular cancer in his early twenties, growing up watching his younger brother fight leukemia, and losing his father to stage 3 adenocarcinoma within a year of diagnosis. In this episode of Rice & Riffing, Dave shares what it really felt like to…
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"From $200 and a Dream to an Award-Winning Restaurant: Chef Gabriela Chamorro's Story"
"From $200 and a Dream to an Award-Winning Restaurant: Chef Gabriela Chamorro's Story"Chef Gabriela Chamorro joins us to talk about the women who shaped her, arriving in Dubai from Nicaragua with just $200, and the winding path that took her from flying the world as Emirates cabin crew to…
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"Doctor by Degree, Director by Choice: Tarek Al Ariss on Chasing His Real Dream"
"Doctor by Degree, Director by Choice: Tarek Al Ariss on Chasing His Real Dream"Dr. Tarek Al Ariss joins us to talk about mimicking Chris Tucker as a kid, becoming a doctor, stumbling into theatre acting, and eventually walking away from medicine to become a creative director. Now working on...
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"Omar Al-Duri on Surviving a Pulmonary Embolism and Staying Positive Through It All"
"Omar Al-Duri on Surviving a Pulmonary Embolism and Staying Positive Through It All" Omar Al-Duri — former footballer player, founder of Platform 3, UAE Football Association coach, and author of an Amazon best-selling book on physical and mental health — joins us to talk about writing his book,...
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"He Studied Law, Worked at PwC, Then Became a Coach: Wes DePass's Story"
"He Studied Law, Worked at PwC, Then Became a Coach: Wes DePass's Story"Wes DePass joins us to talk about studying law, moving into the corporate world as an accountant at PwC, building a career in Dubai — and then walking away from all of it to become a health and fitness coach. In this episode…
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Laughter, Failure & Growth | The Obaid Ali Story
Laughter, Failure & Growth | The Obaid Ali Story What does it take to keep stepping onto a stage when there's no guarantee of success? In this episode of The Rice Pudding Project, Amin Soltani sits down with comedian Obaid Ali for an honest conversation about comedy, resilience, personal growth,...
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Raising a Child, Not a Diagnosis | Johanna Said on Down Syndrome & Motherhood
What does it really mean to raise a child with Down syndrome?In this heartfelt episode of The Rice Pudding Project, Amin Soltani sits down with Johanna Said to discuss motherhood, homeschooling, raising two children with very different needs, and the lessons she's learned along the way.Johanna...
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Finding Your Voice Between Cultures | The Sophia Delavari Story
Finding Your Voice Between Cultures | The Sophia Delavari Story What happens when you grow up between different cultures, identities, and expectations? In this episode of the Rice Pudding Project, Amin Soltani sits down with Sophia Delavari for an honest conversation about belonging, identity,...
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Leadership, Resilience & Reinvention | The Lee Hole StorySuccess is rarely a straight line
Leadership, Resilience & Reinvention | The Lee Hole StorySuccess is rarely a straight line.In this episode of The Rice Pudding Project, Amin Soltani sits down with Lee Hole for a conversation about leadership, resilience, entrepreneurship, and the lessons learned from building businesses and...
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The Woman Who Helped Build Dubai Comedy | Mina Liccione
What does it take to help build an entire comedy scene from the ground up? In this episode of The Rice Pudding Project, Amin sits down with Mina Liccione — comedian, performer, educator, and one of the driving forces behind Dubai’s stand-up comedy movement. From performing internationally with...
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Winning, Losing & Starting Again | Tarek Suleiman
Winning, Losing & Starting Again | Tarek Suleiman In this episode of The Rice Pudding Project, Amin Soltani sits down with MMA fighter Tarek Suleiman for an honest conversation about the highs, lows, and brutal realities of combat sports. From the adrenaline of stepping into the cage to the...
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Mindset, Business & Reinvention | Laura Fontaine’s Journey
In this episode of the Rice Pudding Project, I sit down with Laura Fontaine for a conversation about reinvention, entrepreneurship, mindset, and navigating growth in both life and business. We talk about taking risks, building momentum, adapting to change, and the realities behind creating...
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Ink, Identity & Reinvention | The Klaus Hu Fruhmann Story
In this episode of The Rice Pudding Project, I sit down with tattoo artist and creative Klaus Hu Fruhmann for a conversation about identity, reinvention, art, and the stories people choose to carry on their skin. We talk about the deeper meaning behind tattoo culture, the trust involved in...
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From PR to AI | Reinvention, Motherhood & Building with Purpose
From PR to AI | Reinvention, Motherhood & Building with Purpose In this episode of the Rice Pudding Project, I sit down with Abha Malpani to talk about reinvention, motherhood, mindset, and navigating the fast-changing world of AI and communication. We discuss her journey from the world of PR and...
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Creativity, Chaos & Reinvention | A Conversation with Aunindo Sen
In this episode of The Rice Pudding Project, Amin sits down with Aunindo Sen for an honest conversation about creativity, leadership, identity, and navigating the pressure of working in one of the world’s most demanding industries. From building ideas that connect with people to balancing…
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Healing, Identity & Reinvention | A Conversation with Joy Sommers
Healing, Identity & Reinvention | A Conversation with Joy SommersIn this episode of the Rice Pudding Project, I sit down with Joy Sommers for a deeply honest conversation about healing, identity, resilience, and what it really takes to reinvent yourself after life forces you to change.We talk…
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From Corporate Success to Fire & Flavour | Hattem Mattar Story
In this episode of the Rice Pudding Project, I sit down with Hattem Mattar to talk about one of the hardest decisions a person can make — walking away from security to follow a passion. Hattem shares the journey from a successful career in oil and gas to becoming one of the region’s most…
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From Economics to Bold Leadership | Dolly Saidy on Reinvention & Growth
From Economics to Bold Leadership | Dolly Saidy on Reinvention & GrowthIn this episode of the Rice Pudding Project, I sit down with Dolly Saidy—an accomplished leader whose journey is defined by resilience, transformation, and stepping into bold decisions.We talk about what it really takes to...
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Building RAW Coffee | Kim Thompson on Entrepreneurship, Sustainability & Dubai’s Coffee Culture
Building RAW Coffee | Kim Thompson on Entrepreneurship, Sustainability & Dubai’s Coffee Culture In this episode of The Rice Pudding Project, I sit down with Kim Thompson, founder of Raw Coffee Company—one of the pioneers of specialty coffee in Dubai. We talk about what it really takes to build a...
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From Gong Show Winner to Full-Time Comedian: Luca Cupani on Taking the Leap
From Gong Show Winner to Full-Time Comedian: Luca Cupani on Taking the LeapWhat happens when a moment on stage changes everything?In this episode of The Rice Pudding Project, I sit down with Luca Cupani to talk about the turning point that took him from performing on a gong show… to becoming a...
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From PR to AI | Reinvention, Motherhood & Building with Purpose
From PR to AI | Reinvention, Motherhood & Building with Purpose In this episode of the Rice Pudding Project, I sit down with Abha Malpani to talk about reinvention, motherhood, mindset, and navigating the fast-changing world of AI and communication. We discuss her journey from the world of PR and...
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The Woman Who Helped Make Dubai Laugh | Gail Clough
The Woman Who Helped Make Dubai Laugh | Gail Clough In this episode of The Rice Pudding Project, I sit down with Gail Clough, founder of The Laughter Factory, to talk about how she went from travelling the world as a DJ to building one of Dubai’s most iconic comedy platforms. We get into the…
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Leadership, Habits & Life Lessons | Jon Marchant on Success, Listening & Growth
Success isn’t built in big moments — it’s built in what you do every day. In this episode of The Rice Pudding Project, Jon Marchant (Group President MENA, Memac Ogilvy) shares the habits, mindset shifts, and life experiences that shaped his journey in leadership, business, and beyond. From the...
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From Finance to Purpose — William Shintani on Growth, Risk & Reinvention
What happens when you step away from the safe path and choose growth instead? In this episode of The Rice Pudding Project, William Shintani shares his journey through finance, personal development, and the moments that forced him to rethink success, risk, and purpose. We dive into the realities…
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Breaking Barriers in Leadership & Personal Growth | Jouhayna Almheiri
In this episode of The Rice Pudding Project, Amin Soltani sits down with Jouhayna Almheiri to explore leadership, personal growth, and the mindset required to navigate challenges in both career and life.From developing confidence and resilience to reflecting on the experiences that shape who we...
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Michael Becker — Leadership, Strategy & Building Businesses That Last | Rice Pudding Project
In this episode of The Rice Pudding Project, Amin Soltani sits down with Michael Becker to discuss leadership, business strategy, and the mindset required to build organisations that last.From navigating complex industries to developing strong teams and long-term strategy, Michael shares insights...
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Leaving Corporate to Chase Comedy | Salman Qureshi on Growing Up in Saudi & Finding His Voice
Watch the full episode here: 👉 http://www.youtube.com/@RicePudding-Project In this episode of Rice Pudding Project, Amin Soltani sits down with Salman Qureshi — a creative force who made the bold decision to leave the corporate world and pursue comedy and performance. We talk about growing up in...
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Double Lung Transplant Survivor | Husena Beguwala on Living with Pulmonary Hypertension (PH)
In this powerful episode of The Rice Pudding Project, Amin Soltani sits down with Husena Beguwala — a double lung transplant recipient who battled Pulmonary Hypertension (PH) and was given a second chance at life. Pulmonary Hypertension is a life-threatening condition that affects the lungs and...
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Mike Lowery — Teaching, Leadership, and the Real Journey Behind Education | Rice Pudding Project
Every educator has a story — and Mike Lowery’s is one of purpose, humility, and genuine impact.In this episode, Mike opens up about the realities of teaching, leadership, shaping young minds, and what it truly means to build a community within a school.These are the conversations that remind you...
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Dr Katie Chimes on Chiropractic, Performance & Healing at Every Age | The Rice Pudding Project
In this episode of The Rice Pudding Project, Amin sits down with Dr Katie Chimes, an experienced chiropractor whose journey blends elite sport, fitness, and clinical excellence. Katie graduated from the Anglo-European College of Chiropractic in 2010, where she was also awarded the Flavio Grillo...
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How He Got Sponsors for the World Transplant Games | Omar Tom
Competing internationally isn’t cheap. Especially after a kidney transplant. In this clip, Omar Tom talks about the hustle behind the scenes — reaching out, asking for support, building belief, and securing sponsors to compete at the World Transplant Games. Resilience isn’t just physical. It’s...
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What Dialysis Is Really Like | Omar Tom Shares His Experience
Dialysis isn’t just a medical procedure. It’s a lifestyle. It’s hours in a chair. It’s physical exhaustion. It’s mental resilience. In this clip, Omar Tom explains what dialysis was really like before his kidney transplant — the routine, the toll, and the perspective it gave him. Full episode on...
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He Lost His First Race… Then Won Gold in the 200m | World Transplant Games
He Lost His First Race… Then Won Gold in the 200m | World Transplant Games He lost his first race. All he wanted after that was to finish. No expectations. No pressure. Just cross the line.Little did he know… he would go on to win gold in the 200m sprint at the World Transplant Games. Sometimes…
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The Incredible People You Meet at the World Transplant Games | Omar Tom
The Incredible People You Meet at the World Transplant Games | Omar Tom The medals matter. But the people matter more. In this clip, Omar Tom talks about the support, friendships, and powerful connections formed at the World Transplant Games — where every athlete has already fought a battle most...
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At 21, He Was Put on a Transplant List | Omar Tom’s Story At 21 years old,
At 21, He Was Put on a Transplant List | Omar Tom’s Story At 21 years old, most people are planning their future.Omar was being placed on a transplant list.In this clip, he talks about the moment everything changed — the fear, the uncertainty, and how being so young made it even harder to...
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Switching Careers & Finding Your Passion | Omar Tom on Reinventing Himself
At some point, you feel it. The discomfort. The misalignment. The quiet voice saying… this isn’t it. In this clip, Omar Tom talks about switching careers, building Dukkan Media, and the courage it takes to follow what actually excites you. Changing direction isn’t failure. It’s growth. Watch the...
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The Nerves of Competing at the World Transplant Games | Omar TomYou train.
The Nerves of Competing at the World Transplant Games | Omar TomYou train.You recover.You survive surgery.But nothing prepares you for standing on that start line.In this clip, Omar Tom talks about the nerves he felt competing at the World Transplant Games after undergoing kidney transplants —…
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From Kidney Transplants to the World Transplant Games | Omar Tom | Rice Pudding Project
From Kidney Transplants to the World Transplant Games | Omar Tom | Rice Pudding Project Watch the full episode here 👉 http://www.youtube.com/@RicePudding-Project In this powerful episode of the Rice Pudding Project, I sit down with Omar Tom — creative leader, founder of Dukkan Media, and a true...
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Jolianne Ray on Growth, Resilience, and Backing Yourself When It’s Uncomfortable
Jolianne Ray on Growth, Resilience, and Backing Yourself When It’s UncomfortableIn this episode of The Rice Pudding Project, Amin sits down with Jolianne Ray for an honest conversation about growth, self-belief, and the uncomfortable moments that shape who we become.Jolianne shares her journey...
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The Rice Pudding Project is an independent podcast featuring authentic conversations with athletes, creatives, and entrepreneurs worldwide.Hosted by director and comedian Amin Soltani, each episode dives into powerful human stories — from personal challenges and failures to resilience, creativity, and success.If you’re looking for a podcast that blends inspiration, humour, and unfiltered storytelling, this is it.
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The Rice Pudding Project is an independent podcast featuring authentic conversations with athletes, creatives, and entrepreneurs worldwide.Hosted by director and comedian Amin Soltani, each episode dives into powerful human stories — from personal challenges and failures to resilience, creativity,...
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