0:00 Intro 0:24 Max Holloway vs Dustin Poirier 3:02 Dustin's flowers 4:46 "Dustin Inspiration to so many people" 5:25 Coach Javier favorite lightweights 6:37 Ilia Topuria too small for Welterweight? 8:53 Dana white interest 9:30 The white house event and Jon Jones 12:23 Javier at the White house? 15:48 Coach trip to Dagestan 16:27 Focus on Usman? 2…

A pioneering Saudi athlete who defied expectations by qualifying to represent Saudi Arabia in cross-country skiing at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan, becoming the first Saudi male skier to do so. Since his international skiing debut in 2021, he has competed in multiple FIS Nordic World Ski Championships, including Planica 2023 and Trondheim 2025…

"The MICHELIN Guide is NOT about Luxury!" -Gwendal Poullennec 155, The International Director of The MICHELIN Guides Gwendal Poullennec, International Director of the MICHELIN Guide, has long been driven by a passion for gastronomy, travel, and hospitality. Since joining the Michelin Group in 2003, he has played a pivotal role in expanding the Guid…

00:00 Intro 00:56 Ilia Topuria vs Charles Oliveira 01:15 Is Ilia the Number 1 P4P? 04:27 Technical Breakdown 08:23 What's the Plan if Islam Fights Topuria? 09:49 Islam Going Back to Lightweight 10:35 Ilia vs Paddy 11:17 Heavyweight Current State 12:38 Arman Situation 15:46 "Joe Rogan is the New Dana" 17:10 Liver King Allegations & Fighters Taking S…

On this powerful episode, we sit down with certified self-development trainer and life coach Maha Al-Subaie for an honest and insightful conversation about self-love, emotional awareness, and the journey of inner healing. We explore why so many struggle with loving themselves, how to quiet the inner critic, and the real impact of positive self-talk…

0:00 Coming up! 0:17 Coach explains “3 fights left for Islam” backlash 1:45 Retirement math: why age 35 is the magic number 2:42 Can great fighters stay elite past 35? 3:42 Islam’s finances, family & legacy goals 4:24 170-lb future? The JDM test looms 5:25 Welterweight queue: Usman, Shavkat, Ian Garry, Bilal 7:28 Best booking now: Usman vs Bilal? 9…

Motaz is a Palestinian photojournalist and humanitarian storyteller who became one of the most recognized voices documenting life under siege in Gaza. With his camera as his witness, Motaz risked everything to shed light on the brutal realities faced by his people sharing unfiltered stories, haunting images, and raw truths that the world could no l…

In this episode, Coach Javier Mendez shares insights on some of the hottest topics in MMA right now: 🔸 Merab’s Dominance: Can Sean O'Malley ever beat Merab? How does Umar Nurmagomedov match up? 🔸 Kevin Holland's Journey: His fight with Vicente Luque and his appearance on Rampage Jackson podcast. 🔸 Kayla Harrison vs. Amanda Nunes: Dream matchups and…

0:00 Intro 2:07 Dana White and Turki Al-Sheikh: What went wrong? 3:29 Why is UFC no longer the main focus? 4:56 Hunter Campbell work behind the scenes 6:52 Who replaces Dana? 8:06 Dana White vs Scott Coker 15:37 Should Jon Jones be stripped of the title? 18:48 Sean O'Malley's second chance at the belt 20:59 Is Sean really a star? 26:09 Does Movsar …

A returning guest on the podcast, Ziyad “Zizo” Almaayouf is Saudi Arabia’s first professional boxer undefeated, unapologetically proud, and a GQ Middle East cover star representing a bold new generation. Born in New York City on July 2, 2000, Zizo took up boxing at age 11 and overcame early challenges due to limited training resources. At 19, he mo…

Christoph is the CEO of IWC Schaffhausen, where he blends creative design sensibility with strategic leadership to steer one of Switzerland’s premier luxury watchmakers. Originally from Germany, he studied interior design in England and Switzerland before first collaborating with IWC in 2006 to design its museum. As CEO, Christophe has focused on h…

0:00 Intro 0:40 Tickets giveaway! Last chance! 2:00 Coach’s thoughts on Islam’s transition to welterweight 4:57 Is Makhachev scared of Ilia? 7:43 It's not about the money for Islam 10:27 Jack won't be underestimated 11:46 Islam and Luke Rockhold sparring story 16:10 Luke’s potential 16:50 "I'm the reason behind Cain Velasquez not reaching his poten…

Mustafa is an author, historian, and creator of the acclaimed ‘Beyond Bilal’ lecture series, for a wide-ranging conversation on faith, identity, and the often-overlooked contributions of Black-Muslims throughout history. Mustafa shares the personal story of how his journey into Islamic scholarship began, and what inspired his mission to shed light …

Spanish entrepreneur and former politician, Alejandro Agag is best known for pioneering sustainable motorsport. In 2012, he founded Formula E Holdings, launching the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship in 2014—the first-ever all-electric single-seater racing series. Under his leadership, Formula E has grown into a global platform for advancing ele…

On this episode, Mo and Isaac discuss the journey of becoming Formula 1’s first Arab driver reflecting on his Algerian heritage, the roller-coaster start to his rookie season, from Melbourne highs to a China comeback and the intense mental and physical demands of F1. Isaac shares his “mind management” techniques, the art of precision braking, and t…

Ret Taylor is a founder, former CEO, and transformational coach with over 20-years of experience building and leading purpose-driven businesses around the world. Today, his work centers on helping high-performing individuals unlock what’s true, move with clarity, and lead from a place of deep power. He guides leaders through epic retreats, wild Mis…

0:00 Intro 0:53 Ticket Giveaway 5:03 Coach Javier's involvement in matchmaking 6:24 Example: Umar vs. Song Yadong 7:51 "I made that mistake once, and it got me into trouble" 10:19 Is Ariel Helwani spying in Javier's gym? 🤔 14:37 When money is on the line, "Everyone should keep their mouth shut!" 16:44 Fake news 17:12 Dustin Poirier vs. Max Holloway…

Abdullah, an American citizen, was arrested in 2003 under the federal material witness statute, which permits the government to detain individuals with crucial testimony in a criminal case if they might flee. Though never charged with a crime, he was held in high-security detention for 16 days and faced court-ordered restrictions for another 15 mon…

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JavierMoShowJavier Mendez & Mo Azizah

Rio Ferdinand is a former professional footballer, television pundit, and entrepreneur, widely regarded as one of the greatest defenders of his generation.Over a stellar career spanning nearly two decades, he rose to prominence at Manchester United, where he won six Premier League titles, a UEFA Champions League, and numerous domestic honours. As a…

0:00 Intro 1:02 What keeps you up at night? 1:56 Fighting vs Coaching 2:57 How to overcome the anxiety before fights? 3:46 Accepting defeat 6:58 Did Umar get over his loss to Merab? 10:58 Umar potential 11:33 Usman's talent 14:52 The level of Bantamweight and Lightweight divisions 18:05 Top 3 pound-for-pound in Javier's books 18:58 Dricus du Plessi…

Welcome to The Javier and Mo Show, a new and exciting podcast where you can learn more about Coach Javier and his life, both inside and outside of MMA. In this episode, we cover a variety of topics, including UFC 13, our opinions on a few fighters, and Coach Javier shares some of his wisdom and life experiences. We hope you enjoy this episode. Don’…

Christophe Farnaud shares insights into his unique role of representing 27 nations and the evolving relationship between Europe and Saudi Arabia. He discusses the rapid transformation he is witnessing in Saudi Arabia’s rapid transformation, from outdated perceptions to bold new policies—and the complexities of high-stakes diplomacy. The conversatio…

Former Chelsea, Arsenal & England International with over 100 appearances for his country, Ashley Cole has approached his transition from a world-class player to an aspiring elite coach with patience, humility and a deep commitment to learning. No fluff here, Ashley vulnerably reflects on his early days when his mother had to work three jobs just s…

Hana Basrawi is a Saudi fitness entrepreneur and influencer, best known as the founder of THYGA Official, a brand focused on empowering women through health and wellness. With a background split between Saudi Arabia and the UK, Hana blends cultural influences to promote confidence and individuality, THYGA inspired by the Arabic word for “trust,” of…

Brian Ward is the Group CEO of Savvy Games Group, a Public Investment Fund (PIF) company leading investment and long-term growth in global gaming and esports. With nearly 30 years of experience, he previously led worldwide studios at Activision Blizzard and held key roles at Electronic Arts and Microsoft. Under Brian’s leadership, Savvy has grown i…

Jessica Kahawaty is a Food Entrepreneur, Human Rights Advocate, and International Model. The Australian with Middle Eastern roots bridges cultures in fashion and humanitarianism.With a background in Human Rights Law, the former Miss Australia and Miss World runner-up champions social responsibility, notably fronting Louis Vuitton and UNICEF’s ‘Make…

A Conversation with Boris Johnson at The Saudi Media Forum. Thank you to the Ministry of Media in Saudi Arabia for arranging this. Boris Johnson is a British politician, journalist, and author who served as the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 2019 to 2022. A member of the Conservative Party, he was previously the Mayor of London (2008–201…

A pioneering Saudi Arabian Skier who turned pro in 2022, Sharifa is recognised as the Kingdom’s first female alpine skier. A few days ago, Sharifa made history by participating in the 9th Asian Winter Games in Harbin, China, marking Saudi Arabia’s first-ever appearance in the event. Beyond her athletic achievements, Sharifa is a mother of two and a…

Jamila is a certified etiquette consultant, author, and content creator. She has written three books on etiquette and hosts a popular YouTube channel on etiquette with over 1 million subscribers. She graduated summa cum laude in International Affairs from George Washington University, earned a Master’s from the College of Europe, and received her c…

On this episode, we sit down with H.E Ihab Hashani, the Vice Minister of Housing and Municipalities and Chairman of the National Housing Company. He explains how reading Vision 2030 led him to switch from a long private-sector career into public service. We discuss his role in modernizing housing, improving city infrastructure, and boosting overall…

Khaled Tash is the Group Chief Marketing Officer at Saudi Airlines. On this episode, Khaled and Mo go into the company's ambitious growth plans, including network expansion, fleet development and the introduction of new passenger experiences. Khaled offers a behind-the-scenes look at how the airline navigates the transformative era of Saudi Arabia'…

Hala Abdallah is a Saudi Arabian content creator, entrepreneur, and global influencer. A graduate of OTIS College of Art and Design in Los Angeles. And jewelry design from IGI she combines her passion for art, design, and fashion through her brand, OFA. Known for her striking style and collaborations with luxury brands, Hala is redefining influence…

Evan Spiegel is an American entrepreneur and co-founder of Snap Inc., the parent company of the popular multimedia messaging app Snapchat. The app, launched in 2011, revolutionized social media by introducing disappearing messages and creative visual tools like filters and lenses. Under Spiegel’s leadership as CEO, Snap Inc. has grown into a global…

Maha Taibah is the Founder of RUMMAN, a human-centric design firm focused on workplace wellbeing, and an independent board member of PwC MENA. With 20+ years in human capital development across government, private, and academic sectors, she is a strategic advisor, investor, speaker, and wellbeing advocate. A former government leader driving nationa…

“Beautiful things are created in the darkest hours” - Mo Islam A conversation with Talah Saleh, Falak Investment Hub. Thank you so very much to the team at Falak Hub for hosting me on their platform. Really enjoyed sharing my story and what was such a meaningful conversation with Tala Slaeh. A big thank you as well to everyone in the live audience …

On an episode where day turned into night, we had Tracy, a former investment banker turned entrepreneur and speaker. After a decade in finance, in 2018 Tracy transitioned to becoming an entrepreneur and had since become one of the GCC’s leading wellness entrepreneurs with a rapidly growing social media presence.Tracy founded Untraceable, a wellness…

John Pagano is the Group Chief Executive Officer of The Red Sea Development Company and AMAALA, sister projects set along the north western coast of Saudi Arabia that will play key roles in the realisation of the Vision 2030 – KSA’s economic roadmap for the future.On this super special episode, John and Mo explore the visionary projects transformin…

A short conversation taken just days ahead of the December 11th FIFA World Cup announcement. We had the pleasure to sit-down for an insightful fireside chat at the World Football Summit in Riyadh with Hammad Al-Balawi, head of the Saudi Arabia 2034 World Cup Bid Unit.Mohammed Islam

📺 https://bit.ly/3Zdb4xz🎧 https://apple.co/4g4oNxgMaha is a personal branding expert, CEO and founder of global communications consulting firm Digital and Savvy, and best-selling author of 7 Rules of Self-Reliance. With over three decades of experience, she has crafted strategies for global corporations, startups, sports organizations, governments,…

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Ali Shihabi is an author and commentator, specialising in GeoPolitics with a focus on Saudi Arabia and the Middle East. Ali has authored two books: “The Saudi Kingdom: Between the Jihadi Hammer and the Iranian Anvil”, published as part of Princeton University’s Middle East series, and “Arabian War Games”, a novel. His analyses have been featured in…

Will Ahmed, CEO & founder of WHOOP, shares his journey from a driven college athlete grappling with the demands of intense training to creating a wearable that empowers users to track recovery, sleep, and performance. Will opens up about the mission at WHOOP to empower individuals in achieving their health goals, the impact of small habit changes, …

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A surgeon at King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, made history by performing the world’s first robotic heart transplant, an achievement that highlighted both the advancement of technology in the medical field showcasing the surgeon’s technical brilliance but also the intense pressures faced by the medical tea…

Albaraa is a prominent Muay Thai fighter from Saudi Arabia, recognized for his unwavering dedication to the sport and his accomplishments on the international stage. His passion for martial arts, which began in his youth, has helped him develop a formidable fighting style, marked by discipline and resilience. Throughout his career, he has proudly r…

John Lewis is a visionary with a career that spans across multiple industries such as aerospace, mixed martial arts (MMA), film production and entertainment. As the driving force behind NovaCorp Aerospace, he is pioneering space-based sports, entertainment and hospitality experiences through ambitious projects like the Genesis X Mission and the dev…

Noor Sweid is an influential figure in the world of venture capital and entrepreneurship, especially in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. She is the founder and Managing Partner of Global Ventures, a UAE-based venture capital firm that invests in high-growth startups across emerging markets, particularly focusing on technology and inn…

On this special episode, Faisal Nejaim dives deep into Mo’s head, asking questions most have been eager to hear. Mo candidly addresses the highs and lows of the industry, sharing the trials and tribulations he has faced along the way. They discussed his past, present and his vision for the future of the show. At the end of the episode, Mo tells Fai…