The Blueprint Podcast

If you want to understand the future, start in the classroom.

In this episode of The Blueprint Podcast, Sholto Douglas-Home speaks with Tomas Duckling, Headmaster of Dubai College, on how Dubai’s education system is nurturing resilience, diversity and human potential.

Tune in - and see what tomorrow looks like, today.

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From the track to the tech. HE Ali Al Ali, CEO of Dubai Racing Club, joins Blueprint to discuss the future of racing — and how generative AI is changing the fan experience.

Watch the full episode via: https://expocitydubai.com/en/blog/blueprint/episode-12-the-future-of-racing-and-how-generative-ai-is-transforming-the/

What if stress wasn’t something we simply endure, but something we could understand, manage - and even prevent?

In this episode of Blueprint, Alice Law, stress management consultant and wellness expert, explores rest, renewal and the rhythms that shape our minds, bodies and nervous systems.

From constant digital stimulation to the grounding power of nature - and the importance of choosing a city that truly fits - the conversation looks at how awareness leads to balance and better outcomes.

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In this episode of Blueprint, we speak with Sima Ved, one of the region’s leading business voices and the force behind Apparel Group’s global growth.

She reflects on how Dubai shaped her leadership, the power of public-private collaboration, and why inclusive, agile cities create room for every ambition.

Sima also shares her forward view on retail and the innovations that will define its future.

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Cities may face different challenges, but their solutions are shared.In this new episode of Blueprint, recorded during the global cities summit at Expo City Dubai, we speak with Mayor Dr Alix Desulme, eco-innovator Shubhendu Sharma and Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna on resilience, climate action, AI, and why collaboration is essential to creating smarter, greener cities.Tune in and imagine what’s next.#ExpoCityDubai #BlueprintPodcast

Recorded at the Asia Pacific Cities Summit, this Blueprint episode brings together Sumayya Vally, Mayor Rohey Malick Lowe and Dennis Wakabayashi for a fast, future-focused conversation on identity, co-creation and why trust is the new GDP.Bold ideas. Big voices. The cities of tomorrow.

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How cities are turning ambition into action

Cities are powerhouses, responsible for 80 percent of global GDP. Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner joins Blueprint to discuss how urban leaders worldwide are moving beyond ideas to impact.

This conversation explores the critical collaboration required to tackle global challenges and demonstrates why major events and policy initiatives must create a lasting, measurable legacy for residents, setting the blueprint for the next generation of sustainable metropolises.

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How do we govern cities that welcome the world?During the global cities summit, we were privileged to record an episode of Blueprint, Expo City Dubai’s podcast, with Camille Joseph Varlack, Deputy Mayor for Administration, Chief of Staff and Special Counsel to the Mayor of New York City.Deputy Mayor Varlack reflects on what it means to govern in a city that’s home to people from all parts of the world – to listen so every voice feels heard and to leverage the unique power of municipal leadership to create a sense of belonging. “We touch citizens closest… we see the impact.”Hosted by Nadia Verjee, Executive Director, Expo City Dubai Global Initiatives and Advisory, this episode explores how inclusive leadership can strengthen the social fabric of our cities.

In this episode of Expo City Dubai's podcast Blueprint, Mo Gawdat author, entrepreneur and former Chief Business Officer at Google X and Co-founder of @EmmaDotLove, weighs in on how cities can embrace AI responsibly to enhance life, resilience and happiness.#ExpoCityDubai #BlueprintPodcast #APCS2025

Paul Griffiths, CEO of Dubai Airports for 18 years, has helped shape Dubai into a global aviation and travel hub. Hear how he’s helping to redefine the future of travel on the latest Blueprint podcast.

In Shaping the Future of Cities, Part 1, host Nadia Verjee, Executive Director of Expo City Dubai, speaks with Dr. Anas Bataw, a leading voice in smart city innovation, in a conversation that previews the themes and topics underpinning the 2025 Asia Pacific Cities Summit & Mayors’ Forum. As Expo City Dubai prepares to convene mayors, city leaders, and urban visionaries from across the globe, Nadia and Dr. Anas get under the hood of urban transformation: what works, what doesn’t, and what the future of cities demand from leaders today. Tune in for insights on building cities that are sustainable, future-proof, and human-centric. 👉 Register now to attend 2025APCS: https://2025apcs.expocitydubai.com/registrations/register/

In Episode 1 of Blueprint, host Sholto Douglas-Home, Chief Marcomms and Sales Officer at Expo City Dubai, sits down with journalist and Dubai Eye presenter Georgia Tolley for a sharp-witted take on media, innovation and the future of cities. 🎙️With Expo Osaka in full swing, Georgia reflects on broadcasting live during Expo 2020 Dubai and shares how Expo City is shaping the next chapter in Dubai’s global story. Tune in for bold insights on AI, Dubai’s rise as a global hub and what truly makes a city feel like home.