Pre opening diaries

Episode 1 November 20, 2019 00:21:23
Pre opening diaries
The Lighthouse Conversations
Pre opening diaries

Nov 20 2019 | 00:21:23

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Show Notes

A special prequel episode from the team of The Lighthouse Conversations podcast, which will focus on the regional arts, culture & entrepreneurial landscape. At our launch event held at the Lighthouse in D3, producer Chirag Desai chats with founder of the Lighthouse & host of the show Hashem Montasser about the journey so far, and what you can expect from the podcast. The premiere episode is in your feeds right now, so do check it out. You can also let us know what you think by leaving us a review in Apple Podcasts, finding us on [Instagram](https://instagram.com/thelighthouse_ae), or dropping us an email [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]).

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