The Goodness Podcast was launched in January 2020 with the goal of celebrating the inspirational stories of women living in the Middle East. The ten-episode first season highlights tales of triumph over tragedy, stories of resilience, and ones of survival, all while imparting valuable advice and lived experience to its listeners. Hosted by Goodness co-founder Noor Tehini, it follows the brand's overarching mission of fostering an honest and real conversation around the topics that matter the most to the women of this region.
Leen Sadder: The Decision to Freeze Your Eggs – and All It Entails
Leen Sadder is a Dubai-based designer, founder, community builder, and one of my dearest friends. On this episode of the podcast, she discusses her decision to freeze her eggs, why it took her so long and the fears that held her back from it, and the reaction of the people around her.
22-7-2022 • 1 uur, 1 minuut, 46 seconden
Kelsey Wells: A Story of Healing
One of world's biggest fitness personalities, Kelsey Wells, opens up about her healing journey, overcoming postpartum depression, managing her anxiety, overcoming body image issues, and making peace with her body.
14-6-2022 • 48 minuten, 51 seconden
Dr. Heather Eade: Rethinking the Treatment of PCOS
Dr. Heather Eade is a naturopathic physician, specializing in integrative medicine in Dubai. On this episode of the podcast, she unpacks one of the most common disorders plaguing women today, polycystic ovary syndrome, and offers a refreshingly different take on the treatment of PCOS.
2-6-2022 • 58 minuten, 18 seconden
Haleh Nia: The Truth About Mental Health and Entrepreneurship
Haleh Nia is the founder and editor-in-chief of Savoir Flair, the Middle East's first online magazine, and founder of Halo Media, its parent company. In a rare interview, she opens up about her entrepreneurial journey, the pressures of working in the digital fashion industry, and her struggle with depression.
20-5-2022 • 43 minuten, 6 seconden
Mirna Sabbagh: Navigating the Fourth Trimester
Mirna Sabbagh is a dietitian and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant. She's also a trainer, lecturer, and mom to a 7-year-old son, Karim. On this episode of the podcast, she discusses some of the most common myths around breastfeeding and the pressure placed on new moms.
12-5-2022 • 59 minuten, 12 seconden
Emaan Abbass: Putting Sexual Health on the Map
Emaan Abbass is the founder of Ketish, a new feminine wellness brand backed by beauty mogul Huda Kattan. On this episode of the podcast, she opens up about her journey with HPV and what it taught her about her body, the global stigma around sexual health, and what it was like pitching to Huda.
5-5-2022 • 37 minuten, 43 seconden
The Goodness Podcast is back!
After a (rather long) hiatus, we're back! Season 2 of The Goodness Podcast launches this week! #TheGoodnessPodcast