{"podcast":{"title":"Made in Dubai with Spencer Lodge","slug":"made-in-dubai-with-spencer-lodge-1158354","podcast_index_feed_id":1158354,"rss_url":"https://spencerlodge.libsyn.com/rss","website_url":"https://spencerlodge.tv/","image_url":"https://static.libsyn.com/p/assets/0/c/3/a/0c3a03e060af42aad959afa2a1bf1c87/podcast_artwork.png","author":"Spencer Lodge","episode_count":407,"summary":"Formerly the Unscripted Podcast with Spencer Lodge Join Spencer Lodge as he connects with the most fascinating personalities in Dubai. A city that rose from the desert sands to become one of the most ambitious, innovative and inspiring places on Earth. Behind its glittering skyline are people with stories just as extraordinary - pioneers, dreamers and doers who dared to turn bold visions into reality. Made in Dubai is where those stories are told. Hosted by Spencer Lodge, each episode is a front-row seat to conversations with the people shaping the UAE's future — from business leaders and record-breakers to cultural icons and creative disruptors. But this isn't just about their success. It's about the journey - the risks they took, the challenges they faced and the moments that defined them. It's about the unique magic of Dubai: a place where ambition meets opportunity, where cultures from around the world collide to create something truly special and where anything feels possible. Whether you're an entrepreneur searching for your next big move, someone curious about life in the UAE or simply in need of inspiration, Made in Dubai is your invitation to step inside this vibrant city…","last_synced_at":"2026-07-13T10:19:15.992091+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/made-in-dubai-with-spencer-lodge-1158354"},"episode":{"title":"#386: Passive Blessings Over Passive Income: Fadie Musallet on Success, Faith & Giving Back","slug":"386-passive-blessings-over-passive-income-fadie-musallet-on-success-faith-giving-back","published_at":"2026-02-23T05:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/made-in-dubai-with-spencer-lodge-1158354/386-passive-blessings-over-passive-income-fadie-musallet-on-success-faith-giving-back","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/made-in-dubai-with-spencer-lodge-1158354","url":"https://spencerlodge.libsyn.com/full-audio-fadie-musallet-x-spencer-lodge-ramadan-episode","audio_url":"https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/spencerlodge/Full_Audio_-_Fadie_Musallet_x_Spencer_Lodge_-_Ramadan_Episode.mp3?dest-id=974060","summary":"Success looks impressive. Impact feels different. In this episode, F adie Musalle t shares his transformation from a troubled youth in Miami to a purpose-driven entrepreneur and philanthropist in Dubai. This is not just a business story. It is a story about redemption, faith, resilience, and choosing to build a legacy that serves others. This conversation explores what really shapes a man. The losses that humble you. The rejection that sharpens you. The family roots that anchor you when success tries to pull you off course. At the heart of this episode is impact. The founding of The Giving Family charity, feeding thousands during Ramadan, and the philosophy he calls \"passive blessings over passive income.\" In a world obsessed with scale and status, Fad ie challenges the audience to ask a harder question: What are you building that will outlive you? Timestamps: 00:05 – From wild youth in Miami to purposeful giving 03:13 – The power of kindness and leaving a legacy 08:43 – Lessons learned through loss and resilience 11:37 – Palestinian roots, love, and identity 18:13 – Moving to Dubai and starting over 23:54 – Building a medical distribution and brokering business 33:18 – Mastering networks, handling rejection, and closing deals 43:02 – Behind the scenes of Dubai Bling 58:25 – Launching F adie Cakes and the business of desserts 1:0 4:50 – Founding The Giving Family and feeding communities 1:1 1:56 – Making volunteering part of everyday life 1:1 4:50 – Ramadan beyond fasting 1:2 3:18 – Regrets, growth, and defining success 1:2 5:32 – Passive blessings over passive income 1:2 8:26 – The challenges of fundraising in Dubai 1:2 9:41 – How you can help feed those in need Follow Spencer Lodge on Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/madeindubaipodcast/?hl=en https://www.faceb…","meta_description":"Success looks impressive. 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