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As I leave Dubai for New York this week, I look back on my first day of school, memories of flying back from Manchester and the evolution of this city of gold.Please do read it, and if you like it, share and comment your thoughts below!Blog: https://www.sadisticshalpy.com/2021/08/the-fortress-of-dreams.htmlSUPPORT:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/knowtimeCONNECT:Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ-937lA3_s2g5AxdpKQjVgInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/knowtimetofly/Instagram (Personal): https://www.instagram.com/shalajlawania/Twitter: https://twitter.com/knowtimetoflyTwitter (Personal): https://twitter.com/shalajlawaniaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/knowtimetoflyReddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/knowtimetofly/Blog: www.sadisticshalpy.comTIMESTAMPS0:00 Chapter One10:05 Chapter Two15:48 Chapter Three#blog #dubai

A special 30th episode with my parents Jyotsna Lawania and Anil Lawania. We discuss growing up in the 1960s in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, leaving India, settling in Saudi Arabia, Oman & UAE and parenting two animals that everyone calls their sons.SUPPORT:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/knowtimeCONNECT:Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ-937lA3_s2g5AxdpKQjVgInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/knowtimetofly/Instagram (Personal): https://www.instagram.com/shalajlawania/Twitter: https://twitter.com/knowtimetoflyTwitter (Personal): https://twitter.com/shalajlawaniaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/knowtimetoflyReddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/knowtimetofly/Blog: www.sadisticshalpy.comTIMESTAMPS0:00 Introduction1:04 Growing Up With Eight Siblings5:30 Studying At IIT10:18 Regret On Not Clearing Civil Services16:28 Witnessing The 1984 Anti-Sikh Riots19:38 The Indian Emergency20:48 Leaving India31:40 Mom’s Entry: Childhood In Agra, Uttar Pradesh38:09 How Would Your Parents Describe You?39:27 How Did You Both Meet?45:48 Leaving India49:07 On Becoming Parents54:28 What Is The Naughtiest Thing Your Kids Have Done?58:32 How Would You Rate Yourself As Parents?1:03:10 Raising Children In A Foreign Country1:04:50 Were We Good Sons?1:06:52 Are We Good Brothers To Each Other?1:08:25 Watching Your Children Leave Home1:10:57 Happiest Memory1:12:11 Advice For Your Sons#agra

City 1016 Dubai's RJ Meghana talks about growing up in Delhi & Bangalore, getting into Radio, hosting Drive Master Gogo, relationship with her father and mental health.Meghana: https://www.instagram.com/meghanamundkur/SUPPORT:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/knowtimeCONNECT:Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ-937lA3_s2g5AxdpKQjVgInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/knowtimetofly/Instagram (Personal): https://www.instagram.com/shalajlawania/Twitter: https://twitter.com/knowtimetoflyTwitter (Personal): https://twitter.com/shalajlawaniaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/knowtimetoflyReddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/knowtimetofly/Blog: www.sadisticshalpy.comHost & Producer: Shalaj LawaniaSpecial thanks to Raveena KandregulaTIMESTAMPS0:00 Introduction1:31 Why Are You An Entrepreneur?3:30 Inspirations From Family6:25 University of Cambridge9:35 Finding The Right Company17:18 Creating Social Impact23:41 Founders Need To Always Remember The Big Picture30:10 Testing The Power Of An Idea33:32 Challenges In Women’s Health In The Middle East42:52 Challenges Faced By Female Founders In The Region45:36 Finding Employees As Passionate As You49:06 Lego Interpretation49:52 Positive Influences (Books, Movies, Role Models)54:30 Legacy & Meaning Of Life#radio

Know Time host Shalaj Lawania speaks to Know Time host Shalaj Lawania. You see sacrifice Robert, that's the price of a good trick. Shalaj: https://www.instagram.com/shalajlawania/SUPPORT:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/knowtimeCONNECT:Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ-937lA3_s2g5AxdpKQjVgInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/knowtimetofly/Instagram (Personal): https://www.instagram.com/shalajlawania/Twitter: https://twitter.com/knowtimetoflyTwitter (Personal): https://twitter.com/shalajlawaniaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/knowtimetoflyReddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/knowtimetofly/Blog: www.sadisticshalpy.comHost & Producer: Shalaj LawaniaSpecial thanks to Raveena Kandregula#shalajlawania

KidzUnplugged founder Anisa Ismail talks about over-usage of technology in education, screen addiction in early childhood, digital detox, digital well-being, Somalia and Abu Dhabi.Anisa: https://www.instagram.com/anisa_a_ismail/SUPPORT:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/knowtimeCONNECT:Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ-937lA3_s2g5AxdpKQjVgInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/knowtimetofly/Instagram (Personal): https://www.instagram.com/shalajlawania/Twitter: https://twitter.com/knowtimetoflyTwitter (Personal): https://twitter.com/shalajlawaniaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/knowtimetoflyReddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/knowtimetofly/Blog: www.sadisticshalpy.comHost & Producer: Shalaj LawaniaSpecial thanks to Raveena KandregulaTIMESTAMPS0:00 Introduction1:28 Giving Back To Society4:37 Somalia Will Always Be Home9:45 Technology In Education21:40 Growing Up Without The Internet27:08 Technology In Education, Part II32:06 iPads & eBooks vs. Books38:10 Kids Should Not Eat While Watching Cartoons39:43 Devices For Children Should Have A Purpose41:53 Every Kid Needs An Unplug Zone In Their House43:37 Adult Need To Stay Connected With The Kid In Them50:00 Abu Dhabi57:16 Lego Interpretation59:45 Positive Influences (Books, Movies, Role Models)1:02:25 Starting A New Life1:06:57 Legacy & Meaning Of Life#parenting

Nobody's Famous podcast host Ali Rifai talks about the concept of fame and whether people deserve to be famous, creating his podcast, getting into impersonations and then unleashes a wide variety of voices and impressions.Ali Rifai: https://www.instagram.com/mralirifai/Nobody's Famous: https://www.instagram.com/nobodysfamouspodcast/SUPPORT:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/knowtimeCONNECT:Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ-937lA3_s2g5AxdpKQjVgInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/knowtimetofly/Instagram (Personal): https://www.instagram.com/shalajlawania/Twitter: https://twitter.com/knowtimetoflyTwitter (Personal): https://twitter.com/shalajlawaniaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/knowtimetoflyReddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/knowtimetofly/Blog: www.sadisticshalpy.comHost & Producer: Shalaj LawaniaSpecial thanks to Raveena KandregulaTIMESTAMPS0:00 Introduction1:26 Love9:32 Attending Choueifat Abu Dhabi11:48 Do People Deserve To Be Famous?18:42 Role Models24:39 Starting A Podcast26:19 Benefits Of Writing In Podcasting28:44 Creating An Anti-Podcast35:28 Why Are Some Artists More Famous Than Others?42:54 Looking Like Jake Gyllenhaal44:24 Getting Into Voice-Overs & Impressions53:10 Voice Overs & Impressions Game1:04:47 LEGO Interpretation1:07:26 Positive Influences (Books, Movies, People)1:11:34 Legacy1:15:13 Meaning Of Life#voiceacting

Moh Flow talks about getting into rap, the hip hop scene in the Middle East, his process for writing music, growing up in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia and his connection to Syria.  Moh Flow: https://www.instagram.com/mohflowmusic/SUPPORT:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/knowtimeCONNECT:Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ-937lA3_s2g5AxdpKQjVgInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/knowtimetofly/Instagram (Personal): https://www.instagram.com/shalajlawania/Twitter: https://twitter.com/knowtimetoflyTwitter (Personal): https://twitter.com/shalajlawaniaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/knowtimetoflyReddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/knowtimetofly/Blog: www.sadisticshalpy.comHost & Producer: Shalaj LawaniaSpecial thanks to Raveena KandregulaTIMESTAMPS1:25 Influence Of An Elder Brother6:22 Connection With Syria11:38 Growing Up In Jeddah, Saudi Arabia18:42 Al Baik vs. KFC20:30 Creating Music28:21 Performing In English In The Middle East35:00 On Money & Fame Affecting Music39:18 Rap & Hip Hop42:49 Working With Pusha T46:50 Hip Hop In The Middle East49:40 Positive Influences (Books, Movies, People)51:53 Legacy53:49 Meaning Of Life#hiphop

Nidhal Guessoum, professor of Astrophysics at American University of Sharjah, talks about the universe, creation, the existence of God, exploring Mars and extraterrestrial life.Nidhal Guessoum: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxPtfAOwtyd_N6keP3MnVmwSUPPORT:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/knowtimeCONNECT:Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ-937lA3_s2g5AxdpKQjVgInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/knowtimetofly/Instagram (Personal): https://www.instagram.com/shalajlawania/Twitter: https://twitter.com/knowtimetoflyTwitter (Personal): https://twitter.com/shalajlawaniaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/knowtimetoflyReddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/knowtimetofly/Blog: www.sadisticshalpy.comHost & Producer: Shalaj LawaniaTIMESTAMPS0:00 Introduction1:02 Contemplating The Universe7:53 Religion & Science10:36 Did God Create The Universe?22:05 Have You Ever Felt The Presence Of God?27:54 The Purpose Behind The Creation Of The Universe34:17 What Can We Learn From Mars?38:37 Will It Be Good News If We Find Life On Mars?43:56 What Would Aliens Look Like?49:51 Positive Influences (Books, Movies, People)55:15 Legacy & Meaning Of Life#astronomy

Beyond Borders co-founder Adi Chan talks about music technology, the role of a performer in music, AI and Carnatic music.Adi Chan: https://www.instagram.com/_adi_chan_/SUPPORT:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/knowtimeCONNECT:Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ-937lA3_s2g5AxdpKQjVgInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/knowtimetofly/Instagram (Personal): https://www.instagram.com/shalajlawania/Twitter: https://twitter.com/knowtimetoflyTwitter (Personal): https://twitter.com/shalajlawaniaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/knowtimetoflyReddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/knowtimetofly/Blog: www.sadisticshalpy.comHost & Producer: Shalaj LawaniaTIMESTAMPS0:00 Introduction0:53 What Is Music?5:37 Can Music Exist Without Humans?17:28 Purpose Of Music18:35 Is Music Going To Change Completely In The Next Few Decades22:37 Will Music Instruments Be Replaced By Softwares Soon?29:22 Is Music A Conscious Artform?33:28 What Will Music Look Like In 100 Years36:43 Virtual Bands & Music Production39:06 Legacy In Music42:33 Songs Of The Future: Game Segment47:41 Carnatic Music50:52 Artificial Intelligence In Music53:17 LEGO Interpretation53:50 Positive Influences (Books, Musicians, Songs)59:38 Legacy & Meaning Of Life#music

Discussion on acting, theatre, acting techniques, taking up dark roles, the process of creating art and spoken word poetry with Farzana Palathingal.Farzana: https://www.instagram.com/farzanapalathingal/SUPPORT:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/knowtimeCONNECT:Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ-937lA3_s2g5AxdpKQjVgInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/knowtimetofly/Instagram (Personal): https://www.instagram.com/shalajlawania/Twitter: https://twitter.com/knowtimetoflyTwitter (Personal): https://twitter.com/shalajlawaniaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/knowtimetoflyReddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/knowtimetofly/Blog: www.sadisticshalpy.comHost & Producer: Shalaj LawaniaTIMESTAMPS0:00 Introduction1:00 Is Acting A Conscious Artform?7:26 The Acting School Of Life9:49 Getting Into Theatre12:34 Loneliness & Acting16:29 How Much Art Is Personal?18:40 Creativity19:56 Taking Up Dark Acting Roles24:17 Embrace The Ordinary28:01 Getting Into A Character34:01 Passion & Work37:28 Spoken Word Poetry40:47 Great Art From Great Suffering44:19 LEGO Interpretation46:22 Positive Influences (Books & Role Models)51:27 Favourites (Movies, Actors, Directors)55:09 Legacy & Meaning Of Life#acting