The year in culture: top reads, movies and moments of 2025
Hosts review their most memorable artistic experiences of the year

A lively conversation focused on the arts scene in the UAE and the ever-evolving landscape of global entertainment
From Zayed National Museum to Unesco's list, how Arab heritage is preserved
In this episode, Farah Andrews takes viewers inside the newly-opened Abu Dhabi museum
Why are we so obsessed with (our own) Spotify Wrapped?
Hosts unpack the appeal of discovering and sharing your streaming data
A day out at the Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi
Hosts explore billions of years' worth of science at the emirate’s newest cultural attraction
How stories of migration come to life at Abu Dhabi Art
Hosts speak to artists at the fair about their installations inspired by memories of home and movement
What to look forward to at this year's Abu Dhabi Art
Hosts discuss the global highlights of the emirate’s flagship art fair in its 17th year
How Dhai Dubai festival artists are using light as a medium
Event’s co-curator joins hosts to discuss the details of the exhibition’s second edition
Scratch and sniff art comes to Abu Dhabi
Hosts explore how museums are tapping into the power of scent, and share suggestions for milder Halloween horror films
Sell it or melt it: What will the thieves do with their stolen Louvre jewellery?
Our hosts discuss details of the heist and other notorious art crimes
The mighty mushroom: UAE’s desert-dwelling marvel
Hosts speak to ecologist about the traditions, dishes and industries inspired by fungi
Which Dune stars are coming to Abu Dhabi?
Hosts give away details of the new film’s coming shoot in the Liwa desert
Hejaz railway revival: A healing track for the region
Hosts look back in time at historic route that linked Damascus to Madinah
Is it OK for Drake to sample a Fairuz song?
Hosts debate the pros and cons of western musicians using Arabic songs
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