Know Time
Episodes
#73: Quantum Physics, Bell's Inequality, Foundations of Physics, Philosophy & Time ft. Tim Maudlin
09 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tim Maudlin, professor of philosophy at New York University and founder of the John Bell Institute, talks about the foundations of physics, Bell's...
#72: Aliens, UFOs & Space Exploration ft. Avi Loeb
25 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Avi Loeb, professor of astronomy at Harvard University and head of the Galileo Project, talks about aliens, philosophy, the Fermi Paradox, interstella...
Know Time For Stories #4: The Cricket World Cups Of My Life
11 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I have always measured my life in the 4-year chunks between cricket world cups. A few months ago, I got the opportunity to attend my first world cup f...
#71: WWE, Saudi Arabia & Professional Wrestling ft. Mansoor
27 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Mansoor, former WWE superstar, talks about falling in love with pro wrestling, his WWE debut, evolution of pro wrestling in Saudi Arabia & the Mid...
#70: Maths, Twistors & String Theory ft. Peter Woit
13 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Peter Woit, theoretical physicist, author and professor of mathematics at Columbia University, talks about the beauty of mathematics, Theory of Everyt...
#69: Multiverse, String Theory & Quantum Physics ft. Matthew Kleban
15 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Matthew Kleban, professor of physics at New York University, talks about string theory, quantum mechanics, particle physics, multiverses and the Big B...
#68: Education, Nepal & Rural Development ft. Surya Karki
02 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Surya Karki, educational entrepreneur, country director for United World Schools in Nepal and Forbes 30 under 30, talks about his childhood in Sankuwa...
#67: Brains, Neuroscience, Memory & AI ft. Gyorgy Buzsaki
15 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Gyorgy Buzsaki, neuroscientist and author of Rhythms Of The Brain, talks about purpose of science, history of neuroscience, outside-in vs. inside-out ...
#66: Yoga, Spirituality & Meditation ft. Paola Cruz
04 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Paola Cruz, yogini, spiritual guide and certified yoga instructor, talks about her journey discovering yoga, what is yoga, the four classical paths, m...
#65: Jazz, The Roots & The Tonight Show ft. Ray Angry
20 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ray Angry, Grammy-nominated musician and member of The Roots on The Tonight Show With Jimmy Fallon, talks about the magic of music, his writing proces...
Know Time For Stories #3: The Train From King's Cross
07 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Journal entries of my return to the United Kingdom after seven years.Please do read it, and if you like it, share and comment your thoughts below - al...
#64: Ultimate New York Itinerary, NYC History & Tour Guides ft. Megan Marod
23 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Megan Marod, New York tour guide and host of Megan Daily, talks about the importance of history, history of New York City, life of a tour guide and th...
#63: Stoicism, Philosophy & Free Will ft. Massimo Pigliucci
09 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Massimo Pigliucci, stoic philosopher and professor of philosophy and author of How To Be A Stoic, talks about the importance of philosophy, Stoicism, ...
#62: Journalism, History, Politics & Civil Rights ft. Samuel Freedman
19 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Samuel Freedman, Pulitzer Prize finalist, former columnist at New York Times and professor of journalism at Columbia University, talks about his journ...
#61: Architecture of Disability & Urban Design ft. David Gissen
04 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
David Gissen, professor of architecture and urban history at Parsons School of Design, talks about architecture, form vs. function, naturalism, subnat...
#60: New York Hidden Spots, Acting & Broadway ft. Viveca Chow
21 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Viveca Chow talks about performing on Broadway on Miss Saigon, acting techniques and places to visit in New York and Hong Kong!Viveca: https://www.ins...
#59: Illusions, Reality, Consciousness & Free Will ft. Pascal Wallisch
07 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Pascal Wallisch, professor of Psychology and Data Science at New York University, talks about illusions, perceptions, subjective reality vs. objective...
#58: The Psychology of Goal Setting ft. Dr. Emily Balcetis
24 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Emily Balcetis, social psychologist and professor of psychology at New York University, talks about the psychology of goal setting, tips and psycholog...
#57: Community Development in The Bronx, Bronx History & Gentrification ft. Majora Carter
03 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Majora Carter talks about life in the Bronx in the 70s, the non-profit industrial complex, low-status communities, the politics behind low-income affo...
#56: Dance & Choreography 101 ft. Kyle Abraham
12 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Kyle Abraham talks about creating movements, his process, dance techniques, creativity, death and his inspirations!Kyle: https://www.instagram.com/kyl...
#55: Chess 101, Intelligence, Psychology & AI ft. Ben Johnson
29 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Perpetual Chess podcast host Ben Johnson talks about chess as an art & science, intelligence, chess engines, Magnus Carlsen vs. Garry Kasparov vs....
#54: Comedy, Fame, TikTok & AI ft. Sean Millea
15 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Millea talks about comedy, the psychology of fame, AI comedians & filmmakers and art.Sean: https://www.instagram.com/seanmillea/?hl=enSUPPORT...
#53: Broadway, Acting, Theatre & Guam ft. Heather Makalani
01 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Broadway actor and Princess Jasmine understudy on Aladdin The Musical, Heather Makalani, talks about her journey from Guam to New York, working on Bro...
#52: Broadway Dance, Spirituality & Choreography ft. Billy Griffin
11 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Broadway choreographer Billy Griffin talks about dance, spirituality, flow state, creativity, Michael Jackson and the tough love style of teaching.Bil...
#51: MMA Art, UFC & Martial Arts ft. Gian Galang
26 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Artist Gian Galang talks about art, illustrations, Bruce Lee, comics, UFC and artistic styles, tools and textures. Gian: https://www.instagram.com/g...
50th Episode Special: Reflections, Part Five
19 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In celebration of a landmark 50th episode of Know Time, I’m launching a five-part series where I look back on some of the best ideas, concepts and m...
50th Episode Special: Reflections, Part Four
12 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In celebration of a landmark 50th episode of Know Time, I’m launching a five-part series where I look back on some of the best ideas, concepts and m...
50th Episode Special: Reflections, Part Three
05 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In celebration of a landmark 50th episode of Know Time, I’m launching a five-part series where I look back on some of the best ideas, concepts and m...
50th Episode Special: Reflections, Part Two
15 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In celebration of a landmark 50th episode of Know Time, I’m launching a five-part series where I look back on some of the best ideas, concepts and m...
50th Episode Special: Reflections, Part One
09 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In celebration of a landmark 50th episode of Know Time, I’m launching a five-part series where I look back on some of the best ideas, concepts and m...
Know Time For Stories #2: The Lost Kingdom Of New York
10 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Journal entries of Dubai kid navigating the kingdom of New York in his first year. Please do read it, and if you like it, share and comment your thou...
#49: Classical Music & Piano ft. Kimball Gallagher
06 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Classical pianist Kimball Gallagher talks about the purpose of music, how to write music, influence of Chopin, salon culture and the difference betwee...
#48: 9/11 & New York Firefighters ft. Niels Jorgensen
16 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Retired New York firefighter Niels Jorgensen shares his 9/11 story, the visuals at Ground Zero, dealing with leukemia, god, faith, miracles and the sp...
#47: Pizza History & New York Pizzas ft. Scott Wiener
24 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Scott's Pizza Tours and Slice Out Hunger founder Scott Wiener talks about the importance of pizza in New York's history, what pizza tells us a...
#46: Hadestown, Broadway & Theatre ft. Alex Puette
10 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Hadestown actor Alex Puette talks about getting into Broadway, preparing for a show, getting into theatre, preparing for auditions and the magic of th...
#45: Improv, Acting & Comedy ft. Patrick Darwin Williams
14 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
People's Improv Theatre instructor Patrick Darwin Williams talks about the power of humour and comedy, coming up with characters, his process perf...
#44: Mogul Skiing & Olympics ft. Olivia Giaccio
23 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Professional mogul skiier Olivia Giaccio talks about her journey, mogul skiing, participating at the 2022 Winter Olympics, psychology and her inspirat...
#43: Storytelling 101 Masterclass ft. Steve Rawling
26 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Former BBC journalist and Storyteller Tactics author Steve Rawling dissects different storytelling frameworks, talks about growing up in the UK during...
#42: Public Speaking 101 Masterclass, Leadership & Mountaineering ft. Chuck Garcia
05 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Columbia University professor Chuck Garcia discusses his near death experiences at Mount Elbrus and 9/11, the beauty of life, 10 effective ways to bec...
#41: Pakistan Cricket & History ft. Osman Samiuddin
14 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
ESPNcricinfo editor Osman Samiuddin talks about the importance of cricket when he was growing up in Saudi Arabia, cricket's link to Pakistan's...
#40: Music Therapy, Singing & Miss South India ft. Samrudha Sunil Kumar
27 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Samrudha Sunil Kumar talks about her journey, getting into music through spirituality, healing benefits of music, the music scene in Chennai and her e...
#39: Economics, Inflation & Decentralisation ft. Richin Kabra
13 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I play the role of a 5 year old (which is my real mental age anyway) discovering economics for the first time. Along the way we discu...
#38: Jalebi Baby, Bollywood & Singing ft. Shweta Subram
01 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Jalebi Baby singer Shweta Subram talks about working in Bollywood, Ayushmann Khurana, moving from Dubai to Canada, dispute with Tesher and plays a Kof...
#37: Monkhood, ISKCON & Spirituality ft. Arjunananda Das
26 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
ISKCON NYC monk Sri Arjunananda Das talks about his journey into becoming a monk, life in an ashram, the importance of the Bhagavad Gita, Vedic philos...
#36: Cricket, Corruption & BCCI ft. Jarrod Kimber
10 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
ESPNcricinfo writer Jarrod Kimber talks about his love for cricket, the meaning of life in the game, getting into cricket writing, Brendon McCullum, V...
#35: Books, Reading, Mindset & Habits ft. Daksh Jindal
27 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Daksh Jindal talks about the benefits of reading, some books that changed his life, fiction vs. non-fiction, the importance of meditation, dealing wit...
#34: Ghost Stories, Growing Up In Bur Dubai & Hyderabad ft. Raveena Kandregula
02 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Raveena Kandregula shares some ghost stories from India, the Kundanbagh Haunted House story, her mother’s incredible journey from a village in Andhr...
#33: Magic, Mentalism, Hypnosis & Emirati Culture ft. Moein Al Bastaki
18 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Emirati magician Moein Al Bastaki talks about magic, mentalism, his journey as a magician in UAE and the Middle East and also performs some incredible...
#32: Method Acting, Adler vs. Strasberg, Theatre & Films ft. Mario Silva
04 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mario Silva, one of the most talented actors in Dubai, UAE, talks about method acting, Stella Adler vs. Lee Strasberg acting techniques, Meisner, film...
#31: Women’s Health, FemTech & Entrepreneurship ft. Sophie Smith
21 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Nabta co-founder Sophie Smith talks about entrepreneurship, finding the right company, women’s health and challenges faced by female founders in the...
Know Time For Stories #1: The Fortress Of Dreams
09 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
As I leave Dubai for New York this week, I look back on my first day of school, memories of flying back from Manchester and the evolution of this city...
#30: Agra, NRIs, IIT & Parenting ft. Jyotsna & Anil Lawania
24 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A special 30th episode with my parents Jyotsna Lawania and Anil Lawania. We discuss growing up in the 1960s in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, leaving India, set...
#29: Radio, City 1016, Theatre & Mental Health ft. Meghana Mundkur
17 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
City 1016 Dubai's RJ Meghana talks about growing up in Delhi & Bangalore, getting into Radio, hosting Drive Master Gogo, relationship with her...
#28: Identity Crisis ft. Shalaj Lawania
10 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Know Time host Shalaj Lawania speaks to Know Time host Shalaj Lawania. You see sacrifice Robert, that's the price of a good trick. Shalaj: https:...
#27: Screen Addiction, Early Childhood & Digital Well-Being ft. Anisa Ismail
03 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
KidzUnplugged founder Anisa Ismail talks about over-usage of technology in education, screen addiction in early childhood, digital detox, digital well...
#26: Voice Acting 101, Impressions & Accents ft. Ali Rifai
26 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Nobody's Famous podcast host Ali Rifai talks about the concept of fame and whether people deserve to be famous, creating his podcast, getting into...
#25: Rap, Hip Hop, Music & Syria ft. Moh Flow
19 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Moh Flow talks about getting into rap, the hip hop scene in the Middle East, his process for writing music, growing up in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia and his...
#24: Universe, Creation, God, Mars & Aliens ft. Dr. Nidhal Guessoum
11 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Nidhal Guessoum, professor of Astrophysics at American University of Sharjah, talks about the universe, creation, the existence of God, exploring Mars...
#23: Future of Music, Carnatic Music & Drumming ft. Adi Chan
21 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Beyond Borders co-founder Adi Chan talks about music technology, the role of a performer in music, AI and Carnatic music.Adi Chan: https://www.instagr...
#22: Acting, Theatre & Spoken Word Poetry ft. Farzana Palathingal
14 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Discussion on acting, theatre, acting techniques, taking up dark roles, the process of creating art and spoken word poetry with Farzana Palathingal.Fa...
#21: The Kris Fade Show & Radio in Dubai ft. Priti Malik
07 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Virgin Radio Dubai’s Priti Malik talks about the Backstreet Boys, growing up in New York City, moving to Dubai, radio, The Kris Fade Show and dance!...
#20: Storytelling Masterclass, Lucknow, Bollywood & Poetry ft. Roshan Abbas
30 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Discussion on storytelling, growing up in Lucknow, poetry, directing a Bollywood movie, working with Shah Rukh Khan and being a jack of all trades wit...
#19: Music, R&B in Dubai, Songwriting, Creativity & Iraq ft. Shébani
16 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Shébani talks about getting into music, her connection to Iraq, old school R&B, Usher, hanging out with The Script in Dubai, the art of songwriti...
#18: Meditation, Consciousness, Yoga, & Ninjutsu ft. Anjaan
02 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Discussion on yoga, meditation, consciousness, identity, simulations, martial arts and spirituality with practical yogi Anjaan.Anjaan: https://www.ins...
#17: Theatre in Dubai & Vipassana Meditation ft. Gautam Goenka
26 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Junction Dubai co-founder Gautam Goenka discusses theatre, directing, acting, whether art controls the artist, taking up dark acting roles, whethe...
#16: Aging, Modelling & Fitness ft. Caroline Labouchere
19 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Caroline Labouchere talks about modelling, aging, marathons, growing up in UK in the 70s, feminism, plus size models and grey models.Caroline Labouche...
#15: Speculative Design, Design Fiction, Futurism & Science Fiction ft. Suneet Pansare
12 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Discussion on speculative design, design fiction, science fiction, future of work, AI, ethics in design and creativity with Suneet Pansare from MIT In...
#14: Dubai Architecture, UAE History & Urban Design ft. Sahil Latheef
19 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Amity University lecture and Three Flaneurs co-founder Sahil Latheef talks about architecture, elements of design, evolution of Dubai architecture, co...
#13: Real Estate in Dubai, Investments & Sales ft. Anthony Joseph
12 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Anthony Joseph talks about real estate in Dubai, sales techniques, investments and growing up in Beirut during the Lebanese Civil War. Anthony: http...
#12: Dinosaurs, Origin Of Life, Fossils & Evolution ft. Nirmal Rajah
05 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Scientific Thamizhan's co-founder Nirmal Rajah talks about dinosaurs, velociraptors, fossils, evolution, aliens and the origin of life. Scientif...
#11: Virgin Radio, Indiana, Dubai & Life Stories ft. Brent Black (& Lloyd)
29 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Virgin Radio Dubai presenter Brent Black talks about his journey from Indiana to Los Angeles to Dubai, skills needed to be a good radio presenter, fav...
#10: Dating in Dubai, UAE & Radio ft. Sam 'Nugget' Dababneh
22 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Radio 1 UAE Breakfast Show host Nugget (Sam Dababneh) talks about growing up in Detroit, Michigan, pizzas, challenges of being on radio, podcasts, fav...
#9: Coaching Celebrities, Athletes, Fitness & Workouts ft. Coach Nic St-Maurice
15 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Coach Nic St-Maurice talks about coaching celebrities like Karim Benzema, 50 Cent, Alistair Overeem and how to become a professional athlete, growing ...
#8: Hypnotherapy, Poetry & Bahrain ft. Shereen Ahmed
08 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Former Lovin Dubai Show host Shereen Ahmed shares her journey of childhood trauma and healing. Along the way we discuss poetry, writing, growing up in...
#7: Dance, Bollywood, Social Media & Fame ft. Nidhi Kumar
19 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
UAE’s biggest dance YouTuber Nidhi Kumar speaks on dance, Bollywood, inspirations from Shah Rukh Khan & Govinda, working with Nawazuddin Siddiqu...
#6: Forensic Psychology 101, Crime & Mental Health ft. Dr. Kirin Hilliar
12 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Discussion on forensic psychology, free will, morality, whether Adolf Hitler was born evil, mental health, depression, the importance of Barack Obama’...
#5: Entrepreneurship in UAE & Dubai Startups ft. Ray Dargham
04 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Discussion on entrepreneurs, starting a company in Dubai or UAE, startups, monopolies, leaders and a Dubai-themed Shark Tank game with Ray Dargham.SUP...
#4: MMA, UAE & Improv ft. Anas Siraj Mounir
21 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Discussion on becoming an MMA fighter in UAE, training camp, workout routines, diet & nutrition plans, mental preparation, how to defeat Khabib Nu...
#3: Comedy, Ghosts, TikTok & Growing Up In Sharjah ft. Fahad Kaleem
14 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Discussion on comedy inspirations (including sketches inspired by ghosts), TikTok tutorials, growing up in Sharjah and simulated games based on real p...
#2: Burning Man, The Universe & Miming ft. Lara Matossian
06 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Discussion on the infinite possibilities of the universe, evolution of miming and theatre in the UAE, reforms in education and Burning Man with Lara M...
#1: Third Culture Kids, Dubai Expats & Governments ft. Anurag Ram Chandran
31 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Discussion on growing up in Dubai, identities of Gulf NRIs, ideal forms of governance, philanthropic collaboratives and more with Anurag Ram Chandran....