The Mo Show

In our first-ever virtual episode, Professor Bernard Haykel, Director of Near Eastern Studies at Princeton University, breaks down the powerful forces reshaping the Middle East today. From Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 transformation to the decline of ideological movements across the region, Prof. Haykel offers sharp insight into where things are headed—and why it matters.We dive into rising tensions involving Iran and the United States, the future of Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) security, and the ongoing crisis in Palestine.Finally, we explore what could define the region’s future, from greater regional unity to why human capital may be the Gulf’s most important long-term advantage.


0:00 What’s Really Happening in the Middle East?
1:27 The Biggest Shifts Reshaping the Middle East Right Now
3:20 The Deep Divides Defining the Region
5:10 What Sparked the Rising Tensions with Iran?
7:18 How the Gulf Cooperation Council Is Being Impacted
8:46 Saudi Arabia’s Balancing Act: Stability vs Transformation
11:28 Inside Saudi Arabia’s Massive Economic & Social Overhaul
12:51 The Surprising Rise of Women and Social Change
14:02 A New Book That Explains Saudi Arabia’s Transformation
17:42 Inside the Vision of Mohammed bin Salman
21:09 Will a Palestinian State Ever Become Reality?
23:10 Why the Gulf Must Unite on Defense Now
26:13 Are United States Bases Still Protecting the Gulf?
27:40 What Gives Real Hope for the Middle East’s Future?
29:03 Final Thoughts, Book Release Update


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Her Excellency is a Saudi tech-diplomat shaping the future of the global digital economy. As the founding Secretary-General of the Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO), she leads international efforts to bring governments, innovators, and institutions together to ensure technology becomes a force for inclusive and sustainable growth. In doing so, she also made history as the first Saudi woman to lead the secretariat of an international organization. On this episode, we discuss what it took to build the DCO from the ground up during the uncertainty of COVID, often with limited resources but a clear global vision. The conversation explores Saudi Arabia’s rapid digital transformation and how it has become a real-world case study for modern government services, digital payments, and improving quality of life. We unpacked the idea of “tech diplomacy”, why digital governance, standards, and cross-border cooperation are now critical as technology reshapes economies, politics, and the global flow of information.

0:00 Intro
4:43 What Is the Digital Cooperation Organization
7:49 Building DCO from Scratch
9:02 DCO’s Global Momentum
11:34 Why Technology?
12:31 Empowering Women Through E-Commerce
14:16 The Origin of Women Spark
17:24 Training, Incubators, and Angel Networks for Women in Tech
19:57 Working at Microsoft
23:09 What Is a Tech Diplomat
27:59 Social Platforms Influence
29:22 Why Self-Reliance in Tech Matters
34:14 Saudi Arabia’s Digital Government Transformation
36:12 Why Connectivity Alone Is Not Enough
38:59 Saudi Digital Systems and Global Readiness Gaps
42:46 Advice to Young People in the Digital Economy
46:31 Career Advice: Focus on the Step in Front of You
50:01 Why Digital Prosperity for All Is Achievable
51:21 The Next Big Challenge: AI and a New Digital Divide
55:34 Closing Reflections

Dr. Mark Hyman and Mo get into the revolutionary shift toward functional medicine and how the modern, ultra-processed diet is driving an epidemic of chronic disease, particularly in the Middle East. Dr. Hyman breaks down the power of treating the body as an interconnected ecosystem, the urgent need for aggressive food policies, and how a simple 10-day dietary reset can reverse insulin resistance and eliminate daily symptoms. They also explore the future of AI-driven health tracking and the profound, often-overlooked impact of community and social connection on human longevity.

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On this episode, Arnaud Martinez, CEO of The Helicopter Company (THC), joins Mo to unpack the company’s meteoric rise and its critical role in supporting Saudi Vision 2030.Arnaud takes us behind the scenes of the complex aerial logistics powering giga-projects like NEOM and the Red Sea, the life-saving impact of THC’s national Helicopter Emergency Medical Services (HEMS), and the high-stakes operations behind global events such as the Dakar Rally.The conversation also dives into the psychology of aviation safety, how accountability and human factors shape decision-making in the air, and THC’s long-term commitment to developing Saudi aviation talent. Arnaud also shares his personal journey—from a French pilot to an executive helping lead the Kingdom’s aerial transformation.

0:00 Intro
2:27 Filling the Market Gap in the Kingdom
4:08 From Pilot to CEO
5:28 Addressing Fear & Helicopter Safety
8:55 Moving to Saudi Arabia
13:45 Witnessing Saudi Vision 2030 in Action
15:58 Powering Major Events
18:20 Investing in Saudi Talent
21:55 Accountability & Human Factors in Aviation
35:36 Why Saudi Is a Unique Aviation Landscape
38:32 Hajj & Large-Scale Logistics
46:18 Saving Lives Through HEMS
50:49 Advice for Aviation Professionals
53:42 Personal Inspirations
58:33 Closing

Mufti Menk is a globally respected Islamic scholar, motivational speaker, and author, widely known for his ability to connect classical Islamic teachings with the realities of modern life. With a worldwide following, his work focuses on faith, compassion, personal growth, and positive change.

A big thanks to the 1 Billion Followers Summit in Dubai for giving us the opportunity to have this conversation.

0:00 Intro
1:53 Staying Grounded in a Hyper-Digital World
4:20 The Power of an Authentic Message
5:47 Faith as Energy, Not Pressure
7:19 Mercy Over Judgment in a Noisy World
8:44 Discovering Your True Purpose
10:19 From Medicine to Medina: A Personal Journey
13:10 Making Faith Approachable, Not Intimidating
14:39 Breaking Free from the Comparison Trap
16:39 Beating Doubt and Impostor Syndrome
18:59 Where Science and Revelation Converge
22:47 A Simple Daily Practice for Inner Peace
24:53 Legacy: What Will You Be Remembered For?
26:50 Rethinking Mortality and the Afterlife