A roundup of our favorite podcast shows from the region.
Six podcasts topping the charts in the region

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Pass the Kabsa
With more than 160 episodes under their belt, the Saudi podcast is hosted by friends Adel Al-Ghamdi, Terki Shalhoub and Mohammed Al-Shamsi, as they talk about two of their favorite topics — Saudi Arabia and hip-hop.
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Al Empire
From the producers who brought us the seminal podcast show “Kerning Cultures,” this one is co-hosted by Hebah Fisher and Dana Ballout as they interview exceptional Arabs from around the world.
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When Women Win
Dubai-based entrepreneur Rana Nawas interviews boss women — business leaders, celebrities and inspirational figures — from across the world.
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The Dukkan Show
UAE-based trio Omar Tom, Reem Hameed and Mohamed Akkaoui deliver personal anecdotes and musings as they host the show self-described as “the voice of Neo-Bedouins and the home of the others.”
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The Hamburger Generation
Hosted by Isra Abu Zayed and Jamil Adas, the podcast makes for a lighthearted listen as the hosts talk about everything from their childhood memories to deep dives on topics such as astrology and Dungeons & Dragons.
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Startup Confessionals
Host Yasmeen Turayhi interviews founders as they talk about their disappointments, wins, personal lives, and how they deal with adversity.