Dental Leaders Podcast
Episodes
Mind Movers #47 - Anne-Sophie Flury
26 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This expansive and deeply reflective episode features Anne-Sophie Flury — neuroscientist, psychology graduate, former PhD researcher, and wellness e...
#323 Driven — Chiara Burgio
24 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chiara Burgio's path to dentistry started with a Parisian psychoanalyst and a ten-minute stare. What followed was an international training odyss...
#322 100 Practices — Deepa Patel
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Dental Leaders, Payman chats with Deepa Patel, a locum dentist with the unique experience of working inside over 100 different prac...
#321 All In — Adeel Ali
10 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Payman sits down with Adeel Ali, an implantologist who's taken the kind of risks most dentists only talk about. Seven years qualified a...
#320 The Student President — Fabian Farbahi
03 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this Dental Leaders episode, Payman sits down with Fabian Farbahi, a 22-year-old Sheffield dental student who's already mastered something most...
#319 The Network Effect — Nikhil Sethi
26 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Nick Sethi returns to the podcast four years after his first appearance alongside brother Sanjay, and what's changed reads like a masterclass in p...
#318 The Pivot — Randeep Singh Gill
19 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When a slipped disc ends your dental career at its peak, what comes next? Randeep Singh Gill's story isn't about endings—it's about radi...
#317 Foundation Friends — Alisha Sagar and Natalie Gabrawi
12 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Best friends Alisha Sagar and Natalie Gabrawi met at King's dental school and have remained inseparable ever since. In this episode, they share th...
#316 Beyond the Boxes — Aditi Bhalla
05 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Aditi Bhalla's story reads like a cautionary tale about high achievement. A specialist prosthodontist who ticked every box—academic success, spe...
#315 Fighting Forward — Alex Buciu
29 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alex Buciu's story reads like something from another era. From endodontics in Romania to amalgams in Northern Ireland, his path through dentistry ...
#314 The Fire Within — Sanaa Harroussi
22 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
There's something about meeting someone who's truly hungry to learn. Payman spotted it straight away when Sanaa Harroussi walked into his Mini...
#313 Breaking Kayfabe — Alif Moosajee
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when a complaint over a scale and polish changes everything? For Alif Moosajee, a GDC investigation became the catalyst that transformed ...
#312 The Functionalist — Raj Ahlowalia
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Raj Ahlowalia's remarkable 33-year journey in a single practice reveals what true dedication to the craft looks like. From almost missing univers...
#311 Rebuilding — Ashkan Pitchforth
01 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ashkan returns to reveal how Southcliffe Dental transformed from near-bankruptcy to unprecedented profitability through a revolutionary therapist-led ...
#310 The Long Road Home — Sara Khandan and Mahan Mohaghegh
24 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Two Iranian dentists who took the scenic route to British dentistry, Sara Khandan and Mahan Mohaghegh's story reads like a masterclass in adaptabi...
#309 Against the Odds — Kash Qureshi
17 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From knife crime in East London to owning one of the capital's most successful dental laboratories, Kash Qureshi's story is one of remarkable transfor...
#308 On the Rocks — Shameek Popat
10 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Shameek Popat takes us on a remarkable journey from his early days as a Ugandan-born dentist to becoming a serial entrepreneur disrupting the oral car...
#307 Risky Kiss — Dev Patel and Kailesh Solanki
03 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This fly-on-the-wall conversation between Kailesh Solanki and Dev Patel, founder and CEO of Dental Beauty Partners (DBP), captures the remarkable 20-y...
#306 Building Together — Gauri Pradhan & Shivani Bhandari
27 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Two remarkable women share their extraordinary journey from India to building three thriving NHS practices in the UK. Gauri Pradhan and Shivani Bhanda...
#305 El Dentista — Patric Saraby
20 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Fresh from Barcelona's dental schools and thrust into the realities of UK practice, Patric Saraby brings a refreshing perspective on what it truly...
#304 Bashing the Gnash — Hap Gill
13 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hap Gill takes us on a fascinating journey from his early days "bashing the Nash" to becoming a pioneer in comprehensive dentistry and commu...
#303 The Force — Mahmoud Ibrahim
06 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mahmoud Ibrahim, known as the "Occlusion Ninja," transforms the complex world of occlusion into practical, everyday dentistry wisdom. From ...
#302 Kiran Malviya - Respect, Rebellion, and the Queen of Hearts
30 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful episode of the Dental Leaders Podcast, Prav sits down with Kiran Malviya, Vice President of Enterprise Solutions at Straumann Group E...
#301 Incidental — Chris O'Connor
23 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris O'Connor opens up about his journey from academic burnout to building Incidental, sharing hard-won insights about workaholic tendencies, clinica...
#300 Breakfast with Rob van Geffen – Leadership, Legacy and Letting Go
16 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Prav returns to host this deeply personal conversation with Rob van Geffen, Chief Marketing Officer at Straumann, who shares his extraordinary journey...
#299 The ICON — Kiran Shankla
09 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kiran Shankla's journey reveals the transformative power of persistence paired with strategic self-reflection. From a sports-loving teenager who init...
#298 All-In — Mahsa Balaie
02 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mahsa Balaie embodies the truth that sometimes life's biggest detours lead to its greatest destinations. From engineering to Spain, from associate to ...
#297 Six Pack — Solmaz Samae
25 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Doctor Solmaz Samae embodies the power of authenticity in dentistry—someone who speaks her truth with refreshing honesty. From building a successful...
Mind Movers #46 — Lalalaletmeexplain
20 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This compelling episode features Lala, the anonymous voice behind "Lalalaletmeexplain" - a former social worker turned influential author wh...
#296 The Connector — Andrew El-Khanagry
18 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Andrew El-Khanagry's journey from anxious young associate to confident practitioner reveals the transformative power of purpose-driven dentistry. Fiv...
#295 The Introverted Influencer — Sonia Rajput
11 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sonia Rajput shares her journey from being a self-described introvert from Birmingham to becoming a dentist at two of London's most prestigious de...
Mind Movers #45 — Stina Sanders
06 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Stina Sanders, a former dating app co-founder turned therapist and mental health advocate, joins Rhona and Payman for a raw conversation about love, t...
#294 The Human Connection — Moj Dehghanpour
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this captivating episode of Dental Leaders, Payman sits down with Dr Moj Dehghanpour, a dentist whose journey from immigrant child to practice owne...
#293 Faith, Purpose, and Business — Alan Clarke
28 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this captivating conversation, Payman welcomes Alan Clarke, the innovative founder of Paste Dental in Belfast and creator of Paste Presents. Alan ...
#292 The Endless Pursuit — Richard Lee
21 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Payman welcomes renowned restorative aesthetic dentist Richard Lee to the Dental Leaders podcast. Richard shares his journey from an unintentional ent...
#291 The Tooth Angel — Anni Seaborne
14 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Payman speaks with Anni Seaborne, Head of General Dentistry at Bupa. Anni shares her unconventional journey from international childhood to sports den...
Mind Movers #44 – Julius Cowdrey
09 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this emotionally rich and refreshingly candid episode of Mind Movers, Julius Cowdrey joins Rhona and Payman to explore everything from public vulne...
#290 Magic and Mountains — Martin and Vinnie Attariani Part 2
07 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In the second part of this enlightening conversation, Martin and Vinnie Attariani dive deeper into their professional lives and personal passions. Th...
#289 Magic and Mountains — Martin and Vinnie Attariani Part 1
30 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this deeply personal first part of a two-part interview, Payman Langroudi sits down with the dental power couple Martin and Vinnie Attariani. They...
#288 Crisis Mode — Mumta and Amit Jilka
23 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Prav sits down with husband-and-wife team Drs Mumta and Amit Jilka, the owners of Abbey House Dental. From humble beginnings working in corner shops ...
#287 Beauty and the Biz — Dev Patel
16 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Prav Solanki returns as host to interview Dev Patel, CEO of Dental Beauty Partners, about growing and scaling dental practices. This episode effectiv...
#286 The Cultural Architect — Kaival Patel
09 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Payman chats with Kaival Patel, the dynamic force behind Kana Health Group. Kaival opens up about his journey from an enthusiastic associate dentist t...
Mind Movers #43 — Jacqueline Hurst
04 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful episode of Mind Movers, Rhona and Payman speak with Jacqueline Hurst, one of the UK's leading life coaches and mindset experts. Jacq...
#285 Beyond the Apex — Ammar Al Hourani
02 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this captivating episode of Dental Leaders, Payman sits down with specialist endodontist Ammar Al Hourani. Born in Syria and raised in Scotland, Am...
#284 From Physio to Fillings — Sam Cope
26 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this Dental Leaders episode, Payman sits down with Sam Cope, a dentist whose journey to dentistry began in physiotherapy. Known for his focus on mi...
#283 The Psychology of Perio — Sarovi Davda
19 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sarovi Davda, a general dentist with a special interest in periodontics, joins Payman for an insightful conversation about the evolution of periodonta...
#282 Michelin-Star Dentistry — Bhavnish Waghela
12 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this captivating episode, Payman Langroudi sits down with Bhavnish Waghela, owner of Natural Smiles practices in Leicester and Corby. Bhavnish shar...
#281 Door Knocking — Sarina Kiani
05 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this captivating conversation, young dentist Sarina Kiani shares her journey from GSK dental rep to working in two of London's most prestigious pra...
Mind Movers #42 — Phillipa Kaye
28 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this compelling episode of Mind Movers, Rhona Eskander sits down with Dr Philippa Kaye, a GP, author, and menopause expert who's become a power...
#280 From Therapy to Leadership – A mydentist Perspective
26 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Payman chats with three dental professionals from mydentist—Claire Stenhouse, Parin Shah, and Alyssia Willis—each offering a unique perspective o...
#279 The Corporate Clinician — Nyree Whitley
19 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Dental Leaders, Payman welcomes Nyree Whitley, Chief Clinical Officer at mydentist, to discuss the realities of corporate dentis...
Mind Movers #41 — Georgia Meacham
14 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Georgia Meacham opens up about her journey as a deaf model and actress, sharing her transformation from hiding her hearing aids to becoming a proud ad...
#278 The Naked Soul — Sharon Walsh
12 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this deeply moving episode, Sharon Walsh shares her journey from being a successful private practice owner to experiencing a devastating personal a...
#277 The Phoenix — Fariba Zolfaghari
05 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From fleeing revolution-era Iran to building an eight-surgery practice in Norwich, Fariba Zolfaghari shares her remarkable journey of resilience and r...
Mind Movers #40 — Federica Amati
31 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Nutritional scientist Dr Federica Amati shares her journey from aspiring medical student to becoming head nutritionist at Zoe. She discusses the impor...
#276 Beyond the Bracket — Claire Nightingale
29 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Claire Nightingale, a consultant orthodontist and former practice owner, shares her remarkable journey through dentistry spanning over three decades. ...
#275 The Catalyst — Joe Lovett
22 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this engaging episode, longtime dental industry professional Joe Lovett shares his journey from his early days at FMC Publications to founding his ...
Mind Movers #39 — Alex Potter
17 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
After building a successful hospitality empire in London, including venues like Rum Kitchen and Island Poké, Alex Potter found himself feeling empty—...
#274 Going the Distance — Riaz Sharif
15 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Riaz Sharif shares his incredible journey from growing up in the foster care system to becoming a successful dental professional. He opens up about th...
#273 Growth Plans for 2025 — Prav's Solo Episode
08 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this solo episode of the Dental Leaders podcast, Prav Solanki reflects on the past year and shares his plans for 2025, focusing on personal growth,...
#272 Straight Talker — Simon Thackeray
01 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dentist and legal expert Simon Thackeray discusses his route from NHS to private practice, his involvement in dental politics, and his role as a found...
#271 The Network — Lwai Almasri and Saif Mukadam
25 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dental students Lwai Almasri and Saif Mukadam discuss their journeys into dentistry, their experiences at King's College London, and their creation of...
Mind Movers #38 — Adeola Gboyega
20 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Rhona Eskander and Payman chat with Adeola Gboyega, a renowned makeup artist and beauty expert with over a decade of industry experience. The conver...
#270 Bold Wisdom — Yewande Oduwole
18 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Emerging dental leader Yewande Oduwole shares her inspiring journey from Nigeria to becoming an award-winning dentist in the UK. She opens up about he...
#269 Early Riser — Anushika Brogan
11 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Anushika Brogan, owner of Damira Dental Studios with 42 practices and over 200 dentists, shares her remarkable journey from a single practice owner to...
Mind Movers #37 — Cinta Miller
06 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this deeply personal episode of Mind Movers, hosts Rhona Eskander and Payman Langroudi speak with makeup artist Cinta Miller. The conversation ex...
#268 The Vet — Mark Becker
04 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Veteran dentist Mark Becker looks back on a 30+ year career in dentistry. Mark recounts following in his father's footsteps to establishing a chain pr...
#267 Zara the Hygienist — Zara Shirvani
27 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hygienist Zara Shirvani discusses her unconventional journey from genetics via acting to dental hygiene.Zara geeks out on guided biofilm therapy and d...
#266 From NHS to Private — Alex Hadley
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Alex Hadley reflects on his journey from NHS dentistry to a thriving private practice, sharing insights on transitioning between roles, managing compl...
#265 From Seoul to London — Dooroo Ihm
13 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dooroo Ihm shares his journey from growing up in South Korea to practising dentistry across Europe and eventually settling in London. He discusses his...
#264 Early Intervention in Orthodontics — Steffen Decker
06 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Steffen Decker shares his journey from adult orthodontics to a focus on paediatric and interceptive orthodontics, emphasising the importance of early ...
#263 Building a Dental Legacy — Polly Bhambra
30 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Polly Bhambra, co-owner of the Tri Dental group, shares her journey from dental nurse to overseeing ten dental practices in the West Midlands. She dis...
#262 The Path to Private Practice — James Morrison
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
James Morrison shares his journey from NHS dentistry to becoming a private cosmetic dentist in Bristol. He discusses the shift to cosmetic work during...
Mind Movers #36 — Angus Pringle
18 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Rhona and Payman chat with Angus Pringle, a specialist orthodontist with a deep interest in mental health and suicide prevention. Angus shares his p...
#261 The Art of Humility — Andrew Chandrapal
16 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Former BACD president Andrew Chandrapal discusses his journey in dentistry, from his early days balancing dental school with music aspirations to beco...
#260 Breaking the Mould — Zohaib Ali
09 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Payman Langroudi sits down with Dr. Zohaib Ali, a specialist prosthodontist and leader in the bio-emulation movement in the UK. They discuss Dr. Ali...
#259 Survivor — Devinia ‘Coco’ Lavan-Iswaran
02 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Devinia Lavan-Iswaran (known as Coco) shares her inspiring journey from surviving domestic abuse to rediscovering herself and thriving as a dentist...
#258 Minimalist — Awaz Sharief
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Payman Langroudi meets Awaz Sharief, a young dentist with a special interest in minimally invasive endodontics. Awaz shares her journey, personal ch...
#257 The Tubule — Druh Shah
18 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this insightful episode, Dru Shah, a specialist periodontist and founder of the Dentinal Tubules network, discusses the state of dental education, ...
Mind Movers #35 — Levi Levenfiche
13 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Rhona and Payman chat with Levi Levenfiche, co-founder of PerfectTed, Europe's first matcha-powered energy drink company. Levi shares his entrepre...
#256 Il Maestro — Giovanni Martino
11 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Payman Langroudi chats with Giovanni Martino, a young Italian dentist practising in the UK. Giovanni shares his journey from studying dentistry in Ita...
#255 The Graduate — May Firoozmand
04 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Payman Langroudi chats with May Firoozmand, a young dentist who recently qualified from Bulgaria. May shares her journey into dentistry, her experienc...
Mind Movers #34 — Dr Tara
30 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Tara recounts her journey from a conservative upbringing to becoming a leading voice in sexual education and empowerment. The professor and sex e...
#254 Tooth Club — Kunal Thakker
28 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Payman meets Kunal Thakker, the founder of Tooth Club, a rapidly growing dental practice group in the UK. Kunal shares his journey from a career in ba...
#253 Super Bupa — Mark Allan
21 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Payman Langroudi chats with Mark Allan, General Manager of Bupa Dental Care. Mark shares insights into leading one of the UK’s largest private healt...
#252 DRMR — Manrina Rhode
14 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Manrina Rhode recounts her journey from practice fresh from dental school in high-end London clinics to owner and CEO of the upscale DRMR practice and...
#251 From the Archives — Andrew Moore
07 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we take a walk into the archives with a look back at an early conversation with a true dental leader. Andy Moore discusses balancing his st...
#250 The Human Dentist — Prav Solo Show
31 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this solo episode of the Dental Leaders podcast, Prav discusses the importance of humanising the sales process in dentistry. He touches on the ne...
#249 DAN! — Adam Marsh and Ala Rozwadowska
24 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Adam Marsh and Ala Rozwadowska, the creators of Dental Audio Notes (DAN), an AI-based platform for recording and managing dental patient consultations...
Mind Movers #33 — Sonia Szamocki
19 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode of Mind Movers features Sonia Szamocki, founder of 32Co clear aligner training startup Sonia shares her journey from studying medicine at...
#248 The Outsider — Teki Sowdani
17 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Payman chats with Instagram favourite Teki Sowdani, who shares his journey from his initial work experience to his time at Sheffield University. He ...
Mind Movers #32 — Hunter Michael Shepard
12 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode of Mind Movers features Hunter Michael Shepard, a recovery advocate and content creator who shares his personal journey through addiction...
#247 The Four Seasons of Dentistry — Todd Williams
10 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Prav chats with Todd Williams, an expert in customer service and leadership training. Todd shares his unique journey from growing up around older adul...
Mind Movers #31 — Yusra Al-Mukhtar
05 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Payman and Rhona chat with award-winning facial aesthetician and dentist Dr Yusra Al-Mukhtar. Yusra touches on her experiences growing up in the UK ...
#246 Like and Subscribe — Faris Elsayad
03 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Barely two years after graduating, Faris Elsayed already runs a successful startup and one of the profession’s most popular social channels. He ...
Mind Movers #30 — Dr Onkar
28 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you follow the dentists of TikTok, you’ll be familiar with this week’s guest, Onkar Mudhar, whose relatable content has been setting the TikTok...
#245 Model Implantologist — Sumair Khan
26 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Implantologist and dental educator Sumair Khan recounts his journey from childhood to becoming a respected figure in implant dentistry—with a little...
Mind Movers #29 — Nilesh Parmar
21 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode of Mind Movers features an intimate conversation with renowned dentist Nilesh Parmar. The discussion delves into Nilesh's personal li...
#244 Flow — Michael Joseph
19 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Clinical dental technician Michael Joseph recounts his journey from sales rep to clinical dental technician and lab owner. Michael touches on the dent...
Mind Movers #28 — Talitha Price
14 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Rhona and Payman meet Talitha Price, the founder of the successful hair extension business Fox and Vamp. Talitha shares her entrepreneurial journey,...