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*Morning Drive* is Mira Business FM’s flagship weekday programme airing Monday–Friday, 8 AM–12 PM. Presented by *Tim Elliott* , it delivers a dynamic mix of business news, expert analysis, and in-depth interviews with thought leaders and market specialists.From financial markets and economic trends to entrepreneurship, technology, property, and leadership, the show explores the stories shaping today’s business landscape, equipping listeners across the UAE and beyond with practical insights that matter.
Mira Business FM hosts Morning Drive, a business show with 552 episodes published.
Saudi Arabia is experiencing a permanent shift in corporate migration, generating over 1.8 billion riyals in fresh capital in March 2026 alone. Tim Elliott sits down with James Elliot-Square from Sovereign PPG Corporate
A profound shift is under way as Gen Z trades casual side hustles for scalable startups. In this exclusive interview, Heriot-Watt University Dubai’s Anna Schebsdat joins Tim Elliott to discuss how higher education instit
Following a dramatic mountain rescue in Ras Al Khaimah, adventure guide Faisi Shalmani, founder of AFT Adventures, joins Tim Elliott on Mira Business FM. Shalmani details the harrowing moments carrying an exhausted hiker
Global financial and precious metals markets remain locked in a tense holding pattern as investors await a definitive resolution to geopolitical conflict. Speaking from Singapore, Monetary Metals expert Jeff Rhodes joins
Dubai real estate transactions have surged to a staggering fifteen billion dirhams in just one week. Is this extraordinary growth sustainable, or does the data mask on-the-ground market challenges? Industry expert Mario
Dubai Restaurant Week has secured an extended finish ahead of Eid al-Adha following unprecedented consumer demand, Dubai Economy & Tourism’s Alreem Al Redha tells Tim Elliott. Over 125 culinary establishments are capital
ASEAN’s Islamic finance sector has passed a momentous one-trillion-dollar milestone, reflecting substantial regional growth. Fitch Ratings’ Bashar Al-Natoor joins Tim Elliott to analyse the key domestic drivers across Ma
The Maldives is seeing steady demand from GCC travellers ahead of Eid and the summer holiday season, with resorts focusing on experience-led tourism, sustainability and longer stays. Fredric Bohez, Chief Operating Office
Luxe Vista Properties CEO Ajay Menon joins Tim Elliott to analyse the distinct macroeconomic and regulatory landscapes shaping the UAE real estate sector. From Dubai’s transaction-heavy, global yield hubs to Abu Dhabi’s
Private landlords across the UAE can now legally request tenant credit scores via the UAE Pass and Etihad Credit Bureau. Real estate expert Mario Volpi joins Tim Elliott to analyse how this secure, digital screening syst
Mackenzie Jones Middle East Managing Director David Mackenzie joins Tim Elliott to break down the complexities of negotiating remuneration. They discuss practical tips on how to articulate your professional worth, manage
Dubai-based image scientist and style coach Raluca Marcu joins Tim Elliott to unpack the neuroscience behind executive presence. They discuss why professional judgements take just a tenth of a second and learn actionable
In an exclusive interview with Tim Elliott, David Mackenzie, Managing Director of Mackenzie Jones Middle East, reveals the critical strategies jobseekers need to master to secure what they are truly worth. Breaking down
As virtual ambassadors shift from sci-fi novelty to corporate reality, the world's first AI influencer talent agency has officially established its headquarters in the UAE. Pixel founder Lewis Davey joins Tim Elliott to
As the GCC influencer marketing sector surges towards a projected $770 million valuation by 2032, the era of vanity metrics is facing a major shake-up. Linda Kender, Regional Director at MMA MENA, joins Tim Elliott to di
As massive wealth migration brings thousands of millionaires into the UAE, managing an elite household has become as complex as running a luxury corporation. Lynsay Kilbane, Founder of The Private Standard, joins Tim Ell
As fuel prices hit a four-year high amid geopolitical tensions, global markets face fresh challenges. Tim Elliott speaks with Ryan Lemand, CEO of Neovision Wealth Management, who shares strategic insights on navigating i
A beloved homegrown pioneer is rallying the community to script its next chapter. Stevi Lowmass, Founder and CEO of The Camel Soap Factory, joins Tim Elliott to discuss "Save Our Soap"—an inspiring campaign to se
Tim Elliott speaks with Ajay Menon, CEO of Luxe Vista Properties, about the best time and places to buy property in Dubai. Ajay shares insights on market trends, emerging communities, investment opportunities, and key fa
A major cybersecurity report reveals that 92% of UAE organisations suffered identity-related breaches last year. Palo Alto Networks' Cybersecurity Expert Laurence Elbana joins Tim Elliott to explain how non-human machine
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Morning Drive is hosted by Mira Business FM. The show is categorised under business (news) and has published 552 episodes.
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