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148 - Memories Of Ramadan, Hamed Al Harthi

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148 - Memories Of Ramadan, Hamed Al Harthi
What would be that one memory of childhood during Ramadhan that you would like to experience again?

Tue, 12 Mar 2024 - 10min
147 - Business Class With Moawiya Al Rawas
“When you’re on social commerce the whole universe is your market, and not just your neighborhood. There are 4.4 billion people on social media and this offers an opportunity to every business.”
A deep dive into “social commerce” with Moawiya Al Rawas Co-founder of the tech startup Ion Basket
Wed, 14 Feb 2024 - 20min
146 - MOSAIC S01 E01 - DR ZAKYA AL BUSAIDY
MOSAIC S01 E01 - DR ZAKYA AL BUSAIDY
Wed, 07 Feb 2024 - 30min
145 - Life/Work balance - GreenMent S04 E03
How would you cope with family, work and studying for a PhD?
Find out more about work/life balance with our guest Dr Hamed al Sinawi, Senior Psychiatrist.
Mon, 05 Feb 2024 - 13min
144 - GreenMent S04 E02 - Marriage & Grief
What could be the impact of grief on a marriage?
Find out more by joining us on GreenMent with our guest - Dr Hamed al Sinawi, Senior Psychiatrist.
Title - How damaging can grief be?
Season 4 Episode 2
Wed, 27 Dec 2023 - 14min
143 - GreenMent S04 E01 - Anxiety
How can we distinguish between an anxious person and a regular person?
Is anxiety an illness and does it run in the families?
Dr Hamed al Sinawi explains.
Sun, 12 Nov 2023 - 16min
142 - Time to move toward Circular - Marieme Travaly
Marieme Travaly, Infrastructural Regional Head for Middle East, Central Asia, Turkey, Afghanistan, Pakistan - International Finance Corporation, part of World Bank.
Wed, 01 Nov 2023 - 08min
141 - ISWA 2023 World Congress - How soon can we reach Net-zero?
How soon can we reach Net-zero?
with Carlos Silva Filho, ISWA President
ISWA 2023 World Congress - Global action towards Net - zero future began on Monday at Oman Convention and Exhibition Center.
ISWA 2023 World Congress Host is be’ah
Tue, 31 Oct 2023 - 05min
140 - Uncharted Territories with Dr Qamra al Sariri
Patient safety is public safety concern and Oman is to launch through Ministry of Health, officially the guidelines and framework towards Patient Engagement on September 18th. On Uncharted Territories, Lakshmi Kothaneth meets Dr Qamra al Sariri, DG of Quality Assurance at the Ministry of Health.
Wed, 06 Sep 2023 - 06min
139 - Business Class With Mohammed Salah
“Think of the world as your market from day 1!”
How to build a thriving startups ecosystem? An insightful conversation with Mo Salah on the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats to any startup ecosystem
Thu, 31 Aug 2023 - 26min
138 - Doing Business in Russia- Alexander Stuglev
The St Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) can open new business opportunities for them, according to Alexander Stuglev, CEO of Rosscongress. Find out more as we talk about the potential areas - some of which look promising especially for SMEs in both countries.
Mon, 08 May 2023 - 14min
137 - Author in Town: Yang Erche Namu
We caught up with Chinese author in town, Yang Erche Namu touring Oman.
Sun, 30 Apr 2023 - 18min
136 - "Tour" With Dr Abdulmonem Al Hassani & Dalia Al Bassami
The Tour is an exhibition by two renowned photographer is Dr Abdulmonem Al Hassani and Dalia Al Bassami. It is called The Tour as people are always on a journey, join us, as they explain further.
Thu, 13 Apr 2023 - 17min
135 - Latest cancer care in Oman
Sultan Qaboos Comprehensive Cancer Care and Research Center (SQCCC &RC) is continuously strengthening its capacity and capability to become the leading center of fighting cancer in Oman. One of its other objectives is to prevent cancer.

Meet our guest, Dr Zahid al Mandhari, Senior Consultant, Radiation Oncologist at SQCCC.
Sun, 09 Apr 2023 - 16min
134 - Business Class With Riza Ismail
Business Class With Riza Ismail
Mon, 13 Mar 2023 - 24min
133 - Business Class With Hamood Al Hamadan
How is artificial intelligence reshaping the way we do business? In our new episode of the Business Class podcast, Khalid al-Huraibi and Hamood Al Hamadan discuss the scope and opportunities.
Thu, 23 Feb 2023 - 19min
132 - Business Class with Fatma Bahwan - S:01 E:01
In the first episode of our brand new podcast- the Business Class- Khalid al-Huraibi chats with Fatma Bahwan on topics ranging from entrepreneurship basics to co-working spaces. Listen now.
Fri, 03 Feb 2023 - 11min
129 - Meet our guest, HE Italian Ambassador to the Sultanate of Oman, Federica Favi
From the Italian Cuisine Week to attractions of Oman our guest, HE Italian Ambassador to the Sultanate of Oman, Federica Favi reflects.
Tue, 06 Dec 2022 - 12min
128 - Meet our Guest - Captain Nasser al Salmi, COO, Oman Air
Oman Air adds new destination - Phuket, Thailand find out more from our guest. Captain Nasser al Salmi, COO Oman Air.
Tue, 15 Nov 2022 - 03min
127 - GreenMent- Being Competitive
Do we want to fulfill our dreams through our children? Join us as we find out about being competitive on GreenMent with Dr Hamed al Sinawi.
Tue, 08 Nov 2022 - 10min
126 - GreenMent- Sports & Mental Health
On this episode of GreenMent we look at the connection between sport and mental health. The benefits are many explains Dr Hamed al Sinawi.
Mon, 24 Oct 2022 - 09min
125 - GreenMent Alzheimer’s & Caregivers
Care givers play one of the most crucial roles in the life of the person suffering from Alzheimer’s disease. But caregivers also need support for their mental health.
Tue, 27 Sep 2022 - 10min
124 - Observing World Alzheimer’s Month
September is the World Alzheimer’s Month. Why does someone with Alzheimer’s feel uncomfortable with a mirror in the room? Find out more from Dr Hamed al Sinawi with GreenMent, at Oman Observer Podcast.
Thu, 15 Sep 2022 - 10min
123 - Being an expatriate and dealing with loneliness - GreenMent S03 E11
Expatriates: loneliness is part of the contract. But you could be in a house full of people and still feel lonely. Join us as we find out more from Dr Hamed al Sinawi on GreenMent at Oman Observer Podcast.
Wed, 31 Aug 2022 - 13min
122 - Handling childhood tantrums
On this edition of GreenMent we find out about handling childhood tantrums. Join us as we speak to Dr Hamed al Sinawi, Senior Psychiatrist.
Tue, 23 Aug 2022 - 08min
121 - GreenMent S:03 E:09 - ADHD in Adults
Join us with Dr Hamed al Sinawi on GreenMent to find out more about ADHD in adults. What are the symptoms and what can be done?
Tue, 16 Aug 2022 - 11min
120 - Tropical Deep Depression scales down to Low Pressure
Join us as we speak to Ahmed Al Balushi, Weather Forecaster at Oman Met Office.
Sun, 14 Aug 2022 - 05min
119 - How far away is the tropical deep depression and which direction is it taking?
The latest report from Oman Met Office on Saturday morning explains the system is 410 km away from the Sultanate of Oman. Find out more.. #weather
Sat, 13 Aug 2022 - 01min
118 - Self Esteem - GreenMent S:03 E:08
To what degree do we value ourselves?
Do we need to feel others’ appreciation?
Find out more about self esteem - join Dr Hamed al Sinawi with GreenMent at Oman Observer Podcast.
Mon, 01 Aug 2022 - 10min
117 - What causes Disassociated Disorder?
What causes Disassociated Disorder?
How difficult is it to overcome childhood trauma?
Find out more with Dr Hamed al Sinawi on GreenMent at Oman Observer Podcast.
Tue, 26 Jul 2022 - 08min
116 - Guest of the Week - Dr Benny Panakkal, Cardiologist and Artist
The pandemic and its lockdown might have had its disadvantages but for Dr Benny Panakkal it was an opportunity to reignite his passion for Art.
Thu, 21 Jul 2022 - 09min
115 - How do we define Bullying?
What is the outcome of being bullied? Why do people bully others? Join us with Dr Hamed al Sinawi on GreenMent
Mon, 18 Jul 2022 - 11min
114 - Weather Alert July 17, 2022 Tropical Depression
Cloud cover is over the Sultanate of Oman and here is Oman Met Office’s latest update on Tropical Depression
Sun, 17 Jul 2022 - 03min
113 - Weather Update July 16, 2022
Find out more about the tropical depression from our guest Meteorologist, Mohammed al Mashayki from Oman Met Office.
Sat, 16 Jul 2022 - 05min
112 - Weather Alert - 1 July 15, 2022
Weather Alert from the National Multi Hazard Early Warning Center on the current low pressure
Fri, 15 Jul 2022 - 03min
111 - Weather - July 12, 2022
Find out why wadis will continue to flow
Tue, 12 Jul 2022 - 06min
110 - The latest weather update for First Day of Eid Al Adha
Weather forecaster, Hamoud al Naabi, from Oman Met Office explains more rains are expected on Saturday and Sunday and why we should expect flash floods.
Fri, 08 Jul 2022 - 06min
109 - Trough of low pressure to continue till July 9th
Oman Observer speaks to Bushra al Saadi, Meteorologist, Oman Met Office
Thu, 07 Jul 2022 - 06min
108 - Challenges of being a teenager - GreenMent S:03 E:05
Teen life and mental health - a critical period in one’s life. It is the time when you are going through so many changes from body to hormones. Emotions are high. Join us with Dr Hamed al Sinawi on GreenMent at Oman Observer Podcast.
Tue, 05 Jul 2022 - 09min
107 - GreenMent S:03 E:04 - How do we handle change?
If there is anything that is constant in life - it is change.
How we handle change vary from person to person.
Can it get complicated?
Join us with Dr Hamed al Sinawi at GreenMent, Oman Observer Podcast.
Tue, 28 Jun 2022 - 10min
106 - Sultanate of Oman observes World Drug Day
Two day community awareness event launched and find out why it is never too late to overcome drug addiction. But prevention is best!
Mon, 27 Jun 2022 - 10min
105 - Here is the story of 2 Omani Fishermen lost in the Ocean and back
Ali al Jaaffery and Salem al jaaffery, the fishermen who were lost in the sea for 9 days, and family were given a grand reception by the Pakistan Social Club in the Sultanate of Oman celebrating their reunion with families. #fishermen #lostinsea #aliandsalem #resilience #hope #Oman #Pakistan
Sun, 26 Jun 2022 - 11min
104 - unnoticed symptoms of bipolar disorder - GreenMent S:03 E:03
Why is that bipolar disorder goes unnoticed in some cases?
Find out more as we join Dr Hamed al Sinawi, Senior Psychiatrist with GreenMent at Oman Observer Podcast.
Mon, 20 Jun 2022 - 12min
103 - Hormones & Health - Health is Wealth
On Health is Wealth this week,
What is the endocrine system? What is its significance when it comes to our health?
Find out the answers to these questions and more with our guest Dr Jayakumar Selvi, Endocrinologist at Sugar Apollo, Muscat.
Thu, 16 Jun 2022 - 15min
102 - Sultanate of Oman & Republic of Tanzania
A look at the historical relations between the Sultanate of Oman and Republic of Tanzania
Sun, 12 Jun 2022 - 05min
101 - Health is Wealth - Handling Diabetes
with Our Guest
Dr Praveen Jeyapathy
Diabetologist, Apollo Hospitals Muscat
Thu, 09 Jun 2022 - 17min
100 - 31st IFJ World Congress
The second day of the 31st IFJ World Congress being held in Oman looked at various aspects of journalists at the workplace, from harassment to gender pay equality.
Thu, 02 Jun 2022 - 09min
99 - Say 'NO' to smoking
May 31st is World No Tobacco Day and the theme this year is protect our environment. The day is for us to know why we should say no to tobacco.
With our guest
Dr Rothman PT
Pulmonologist, Apollo Hospitals Muscat
Tue, 31 May 2022 - 18min
98 - Dr Ali al Lawati President of Royal Academy of Management
Muscat - Royal Academy of Management unveiled its strategies, programs and initiatives on Monday. Dr Ali Qassim al Lawati explains. #management #Oman
Mon, 30 May 2022 - 04min
97 - Our Guest: Michelle Scott, Principal, Downe House Muscat
Downe House Muscat is the first premium, all-girls’ British school to open in Oman. It is exclusively for girls from Grade 5 (Year 6) to Grade 12 (Year 13). The education offer reflects excellence and provides the girls with a vibrant range of opportunities in and outside the classroom to develop them into successful women of the future. Find out more..
Wed, 25 May 2022 - 13min
96 - Heal with Food
Is food for satisfying hunger or a luxury for the sense of taste? How do we strike a balance?
On Health is Wealth today let us find out more about food and health with Clinical Dietitian and nutritionist Sumaira Fatima from Sugar Apollo. Join us at Oman Observer Podcast and Oman Observer Mobile App.
Thu, 19 May 2022 - 10min
95 - GHEDEX- ‘Study in Oman’
Join us as we explore higher education in the Sultanate of Oman and the concept of Study in Oman. #highereducation #Oman
Wed, 30 Mar 2022 - 14min
94 - Coimbatore Ayurvedic Centre opens its 5th branch in Oman
Ayurveda for wellness and health as well as research - the history, present and future with Mr C Devidas, MD of Arya Vaidya Pharmacy & Dr Ranjit P K from Coimbatore Ayurvedic Centre. #Ayurveda
Mon, 28 Mar 2022 - 08min
93 - GreenMent-Ramadhan for the mind
Ramadhan for the mind - the Holy month has an impact on the health overall, but specifically on mental health. Find out more from with Dr Hamed al Sinawi at Oman Observer Podcast and Oman Observer Mobile App.
Sun, 27 Mar 2022 - 08min
92 - Voices - Ishaq al Hosani
Meet this national swimmer. He loved swimming in the wadi and he wrote in his diary, as a child, about his dream - submarine. Not only did he excel in swimming he participated in two Olympics. Meet Ishaq al Hosani on Voices this week at Oman Observer podcast.
Thu, 24 Mar 2022 - 16min
91 - GreenMent- Anger Management
Is it an emotion or just another reaction? This week we are talking about anger and management of anger. Is it a negative aspect of a person’s personality? Join us with Dr Hamed al Sinawi on GreenMent at Oman Observer Podcast.
Sun, 20 Mar 2022 - 12min
90 - FRONTPAGE March 17, 2022
FRONTPAGE today looks at where to get your booster shots, who should take influenza vaccines, Oman and India B2B and the Rainbow Carnival starting today.
Thu, 17 Mar 2022 - 08min
89 - FRONTPAGE - March 16, 2022
Winners of Bilarab bin Haitham Award, hydrogen cars, Rainbow Carnival is back this weekend and many more on this edition of FRONTPAGE.
Wed, 16 Mar 2022 - 05min
88 - FRONTPAGE March 15, 2022
Ministry of Labour announces part-time job opportunities, National urban strategy to spur realty growth, a dream etched on rock and more.
Tue, 15 Mar 2022 - 06min
87 - FRONTPAGE March 14,2022
Top priority for welfare of citizens
Mon, 14 Mar 2022 - 04min
86 - FRONTPAGE March 13, 2022
On this edition of FRONTPAGE- vocational colleges, what’s new for SMEs in Duqm, divorces and GCC Golf Championship.
Sun, 13 Mar 2022 - 05min
85 - Voices:Guest -Baida al Zedjali S:1 E:07
She has crossed the Empty Quarter, she is an entrepreneur and she is into triathlon reviving her childhood passion for cycling. Meet Baida al Zedjali, our guest. Join us on voices at Oman Observer Podcast.
Thu, 10 Mar 2022 - 26min
84 - FRONTPAGE March 10,2022
On Frontpage today - job opportunities, expatriates allowed to own real estate, winners of ICV awards and new age SMEs and video games might be good for reading
Thu, 10 Mar 2022 - 06min
83 - FRONTPAGE- March 9, 2022
Oman- World’s 7th best destination, parking meters, 26 female taxi drivers hit the road and more on this edition of FRONTPAGE.
Wed, 09 Mar 2022 - 04min
82 - FRONTPAGE-Women’s Day Special
We are celebrating International Women’s Day- Do you know the theme this year?
Tue, 08 Mar 2022 - 08min
81 - FRONTPAGE March 7,2023
Find out the latest - for whom is crowd funding allowed? Dates expo coming up and ban on collection of metal scrap and more..
Mon, 07 Mar 2022 - 04min
80 - Healthy Aging - GreenMent S:02 E:09
The number of people in the world above 60 is growing. We think about physical health, but how often do we think of mental health. That’s why our topic is Healthy Aging. Join us with Dr Hamed al Sinawi on GreenMent.
Sun, 06 Mar 2022 - 12min
79 - 2 Omani students die in bus mishap
2 university students die in bus mishap, First Lieutenant,Saeed Salim Saeed Al Mahrazi of ROP talks to Oman Observer
Mon, 28 Feb 2022 - 01min
78 - GreenMent - Mindfulness Part 2
How about a relaxation exercise to practice mindfulness? Join us on GreenMent for mindfulness with Dr Hamed al Sinawi @omanobserver_podcast
Mon, 28 Feb 2022 - 10min
77 - FRONTPAGE 24/2/2022
From book fair to spring in Wakan find out what’s happening right here on this edition of Frontpage.
Thu, 24 Feb 2022 - 04min
76 - FRONTPAGE 23/2/2022
On Frontpage today -GEDtest results, higher oil prices, no more MoH registerstion, tackling Covid 19 trash and the cough lingers in some Covid 19 patients.. #news #Oman
Wed, 23 Feb 2022 - 06min
75 - FRONTPAGE 22/2/22
The latest from Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology and travel documents required to enter Oman. #news #Oman
Tue, 22 Feb 2022 - 07min
74 - GreenMent - Understanding Empathy
On this edition of GreenMent we ask Dr Hamed al Sinawi about Empathy and its important role in life, health care and corporate world. #mentalhealth #mind #life #empathy
Sun, 20 Feb 2022 - 13min
73 - Voices- our guest is Said al Noumani
He is from Oman but thinks in Russian - meet Said al Noumani
Thu, 17 Feb 2022 - 16min
72 - FRONTPAGE Feb17, 2022
All about the Muscat International Book Fair, latest about PCR tests for travelling, drones to deliver parcels and more
Thu, 17 Feb 2022 - 06min
71 - FRONTPAGE- Feb 15,2022
The latest from Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning and more on this edition of Frontpage February 15, 2022.
Tue, 15 Feb 2022 - 06min
70 - FRONTPAGE Feb 14, 2022
With the latest of happenings from Bahla Fort to vaccination campaign on bus here is FRONTPAGE today.
Mon, 14 Feb 2022 - 05min
69 - GreenMent - overcoming fear
Do you have a fear that cripples you? Do you ever think, “What if?” Should you live with it? Are you afraid to go to work? Could it be Ergophobia? Find out more as Lakshmi Kothaneth catches up with Dr Hamed al Sinawi, Senior Psychiatrist. #mentalhealth
Sun, 13 Feb 2022 - 12min
68 - FRONTPAGE Feb 13,2022
New shipping line, Bilarab Award receives 356 entries, Muscat International Book Fair and more on this edition of FRONTPAGE.
Sun, 13 Feb 2022 - 06min
67 - FRONTPAGE Feb 10, 2022
New regulations from the Supreme Committee and the Ministry of Education and Tour of Oman begins today
Thu, 10 Feb 2022 - 06min
66 - FRONTPAGE February 9, 2022
What the paper says today
Wed, 09 Feb 2022 - 05min
65 - FRONTPAGE- February 8, 2022
Today’s stories - strategic research, new guidelines for car rentals, submarine tourism, new regulations for Haj visitors and father son duo’s goal - eradicate Mesquite tree.
Tue, 08 Feb 2022 - 05min
64 - GreenMent - Are you sleeping enough?
Did you know that sleep is an indicator of mental health? Join Lakshmi Kothaneth and find out from Dr Hamed al Sinawi, Senior Psychiatrist more about the importance of sleep.
Sun, 06 Feb 2022 - 11min
63 - Voices - our guest: Areej al Saleh, jewelry designer and founder of OUSHK
Life is a journey but it’s wonderful when you can enrich it with understanding of your own talent. Meet Areej al Saleh, jewelry designer and founder of OUSHK.
Thu, 03 Feb 2022 - 06min
62 - Frontpage February 3,2022
What the paper says today.
Thu, 03 Feb 2022 - 02min
61 - Frontpage February 2,2022
Find out what the papers say today February 2,2022
Wed, 02 Feb 2022 - 01min
60 - FRONTPAGE February 1, 2022
Red Warriors in action tonight, jobs, what taxi drivers have to say, what’s fishy about Tilapia all this and more on this edition of FRONTPAGE.
Tue, 01 Feb 2022 - 07min
59 - FRONTPAGE January 31, 2022
On FRONTPAGE today - the latest of stories, tourism projects and jobs in private sector.
Mon, 31 Jan 2022 - 04min
58 - GreenMent- Being Mindful
Have you ever wondered what it is to be mindful? Maybe we practiced mindfulness naturally when we were children. Find out how and why to practice mindfulness.. #Greenment #mind #podcast #omanobserver #mindfullness
Sun, 30 Jan 2022 - 11min
57 - Frontpage January 30, 2022
Oman’s Population status, air fares and jobs - all this and more on this edition of Frontpage.
Sun, 30 Jan 2022 - 06min
56 - Voices- our guest is Madny al Bakry, artist.
Find your originality says internationally successful artist Madny al Bakry, our guest on Voices.
Thu, 27 Jan 2022 - 19min
55 - Frontpage January 27,2022
With the top stories here is FRONTPAGE January 27, 2022 with Lakshmi Kothaneth
Thu, 27 Jan 2022 - 05min
54 - Frontpage January 25, 2022
Renewable energy the way forward and find out why we should take precautions during a. Dust storm.
Tue, 25 Jan 2022 - 05min
53 - Frontpage January 24,22
A quick look at today’s news from Oman Observer.
Mon, 24 Jan 2022 - 05min
52 - GreentMent - today we explore with Dr Hamed al Sinawi the challenges of retirement.
Not everyone wants to retire, yet some seemed to enjoy it we asked Dr Hamed al Sinawi, Senior Psychiatrist, about the challenges of retirement.
Sun, 23 Jan 2022 - 11min
51 - Frontpage January 23, 2022
A quick morning chat during your break to catch up with news- Frontpage January 23, 2022
Sun, 23 Jan 2022 - 02min
50 - VOICES guests- Yousuf al Foori and Younis al Siyabi, Scales
On Voices today we meet up with Yousuf al Foori and Younis al Siyabi from the music band, Scales-they connect western classical notes with Arabic musical scales.
Thu, 20 Jan 2022 - 14min
49 - FRONTPAGE January 20,22
What the paper says today - Frontpage on January 20, 2022
Thu, 20 Jan 2022 - 03min
48 - Frontpage January 19,2022
What the paper says today- Frontpage #news
Wed, 19 Jan 2022 - 04min
47 - What do we know about Omicron?
On this edition of FRONTPAGE we are asking the question- What do we know about Omicron? Join us as we find out more about children and Omicron from Dr Zaid al Hinai, Consultant Physician and Assistant Professor of Pediatric Infectious Diseases, Sultan Qaboos University.
Tue, 18 Jan 2022 - 06min

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