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LIT- Luca's Insight Track

by Luca Allam · English · Society & Culture

Join host Luca Allam on Luca's Insight Track, a talk show that helps uncover real insights from real people across different industries.

New episodes: Several times a week
Typical length: 1 hr 7 min
Latest: 6 Oct 2026
Language: English

Latest episode

6 Oct 2026 · 1 hr 26 minNew

Charbel Khoury: How Much Money Is Enough?

Does earning more money bring you closer to freedom, or keep you chasing the next milestone? Charbel Khoury, founder and CEO of Atlantis Group, joins Luca Allam to explore the psychology of money and what financial freedom really means. Drawing on nearly 30 years in finance and his experience growing up during Lebanon’s war, Charbel explains why a financial plan should start with the life you want to live. They discuss financial anxiety, investing, passive income, parenting, and the difficult question of knowing when you have enough. Charbel also shares how spirituality and purpose shape his…

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S7 · E6 · 2 Oct 2026 · 9 min

Off Track: What’s The Backstory?

Welcome back to Off Track, the space where I speak unscripted, unfiltered, and share an insight or two. There are no guests, no scripts. This week, I reflect on my conversation with Ahlam Bolooki, CEO of the Emirates Literature Foundation, and one simple sentence that stayed with me: “Everyone makes sense once you know the backstory.” What’s Their Backstory? We’re incredibly quick to judge people. Ignorance is easier than curiosity. It’s easier to label someone than to take the time to understand what might actually be going on beneath the surface. We fill in the gaps using our own…
S7 · E6 · 28 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 24 min

Can Books Survive AI? Ahlam Bolooki on Reading, Creativity and Human Stories

Can books and human creativity survive in a world increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence? Ahlam Bolooki, CEO of the Emirates Literature Foundation, joins Luca Allam to explore the future of reading, storytelling and creativity in the age of AI. She discusses why stories remain essential to the human experience, how parents can nurture a love of reading in children, and whether the next generation will read more or less. Ahlam also reflects on leading a nonprofit organisation, supporting Emirati writers and strengthening the UAE’s literary ecosystem. Beyond books, she shares personal…
S7 · E6 · 25 Sep 2026 · 14 min

Off Track: Talk Human to Me

Welcome back to Off Track, the space where I speak unscripted, unfiltered and straight from the heart. No guests, no scripts, just honest reflections shaped by real conversations and real life. This week's episode is a little more personal. After launching my first book, Talk Human, I found myself thinking about the one idea that sits at the heart of it: Connection Starts With You For most of my life, I thought connection came from other people. Being liked. Being validated. Feeling supported and loved. I thought reaching the top of my career and becoming a CEO would somehow give me that…
S7 · E5 · 19 Sep 2026 · 12 min

Off Track: Are You a Dog or a Horse?

Welcome back to Off Track, the space where I speak unscripted, unfiltered and straight from the heart. No guests, no scripts, just honest reflections shaped by real conversations and real life. This week’s episode was inspired by my conversation with James Michael Lafferty, and his brilliantly simple analogy when it comes to what you respond best to: are you a dog or a horse? Some of us respond to encouragement. Others respond to being challenged. But we naturally communicate with people in the way we like to be communicated with. In this episode, I explore why real connection starts with…
S7 · E5 · 15 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 22 min

James Michael Lafferty: The Brutal Truth About Leadership, Hard Work & Success

Global business leader, former CEO, Olympic coach, and powerlifting world champion James Michael Lafferty joins Luca Allam for a raw conversation about leadership, hard work, accountability, resilience, and what it really takes to succeed. With more than 35 years of experience across global companies including Procter Gamble, Coca-Cola, British American Tobacco, and Fine Hygienic Holding, James shares the lessons that shaped his unconventional approach to business and leadership. From why he believes people quit too early and why loyalty still matters, to corporate politics, coaching…
S7 · E4 · 11 Sep 2026 · 10 min

Off Track: Get to the Point

Welcome back to Off Track, the space where I speak unscripted, unfiltered and straight from the heart. No guests, no scripts, just honest reflections shaped by real conversations and real life. This week’s episode was inspired by my conversation with Sally Moussa Hajjar, and one simple thing she said that stuck with me: just tell people what you actually want. What Do You Really Want? Every conversation has an agenda. But how often is the stated agenda actually the real agenda? We see it in performance reviews, client meetings, friendships and relationships. We talk around what we really…
S7 · E4 · 8 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 12 min

Sally Hajjar: The Truth Behind Influencers, Celebrity Management & Personal Branding

What really happens behind the scenes of influencer marketing? In this episode, Luca Allam sits down with Sally Hajjar, Managing Partner at Hugh Management, to explore the world of celebrity management, influencer marketing, public relations, entrepreneurship, and personal branding. Sally shares how successful creators are built, why authenticity beats follower count, the responsibilities influencers carry, and how social media continues to reshape business, marketing, and society. A must-listen for entrepreneurs, marketers, content creators, PR professionals, and anyone interested in the…
S7 · E3 · 4 Sep 2026 · 17 min

Off Track: What Are We Hungry For?

Welcome back to Off Track, the space where I speak unscripted, unfiltered and straight from the heart. No guests, no scripts, just honest reflections shaped by real conversations and real life. This week's episode was inspired by my conversation with Hyther Nizam, CEO of Zoho. He came from very little, joined Zoho in his first job and, 28 years later, became its CEO. His story got me thinking about one word: Hunger. Does struggle make us hungrier for success? And if we work hard to give our children the comfort and opportunities we didn't have, could we unintentionally take away some of the…
S7 · E3 · 1 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 6 min

Hyther Nizam: From Humble Beginnings to Leading Zoho Middle East & Africa

How did Hyther Nizam go from losing his father at 16 and nearly abandoning his education to becoming CEO of Zoho Middle East and Africa? In this episode of Luca’s Insight Track, Hyther shares his remarkable 28-year journey from joining Zoho when it had only 25–30 employees to leading the technology company across one of its most important regions. He discusses Zoho’s battle with global technology giants, its commitment to avoiding layoffs during the coming “AI tsunami,” and why the company refuses to profit from customer data. The conversation explores artificial intelligence, privacy,…
S7 · E2 · 28 Aug 2026 · 12 min

Off Track: I Was Wrong - Abdurahman Afia

Welcome back to Off Track, the space where I speak unscripted, unfiltered and straight from the heart. No guests, no scripts, just honest reflections shaped by real conversations and real life. This week's episode was inspired by my conversation with Abdurahman Afia, a man whose life is full of contradictions. From wealth to homelessness, prejudice to acceptance, struggling as a leader to eventually teaching leadership, he has changed in ways most of us probably couldn't imagine. But there were three simple words he said that stayed with me: I Was Wrong He said it. But why is that so…
S7 · E2 · 25 Aug 2026 · 1 hr 27 min

Abdurahman Afia: From Homeless to Leadership | Faith, Purpose & Reinventing Your Life

How do you rebuild your life after losing everything? In this inspiring episode of Luca's Insight Track, Luca Allam sits down with Abdurahman Afia—leadership advisor, executive coach, bestselling author of The Unlikely Leader, and one of the Middle East's most influential voices on leadership and personal growth. Abdurahman shares the extraordinary journey that shaped his life: growing up in privilege before experiencing homelessness, his search for meaning that led him from atheism and Judaism to Islam, the challenges of overcoming prejudice, losing friends in the pursuit of purpose, and…
S7 · E1 · 17 Aug 2026 · 1 hr 12 min

Guy Manoukian: Music, Leadership, Politics & Why He Still Believes in Lebanon

From child prodigy to internationally acclaimed pianist, entrepreneur, basketball club president, and entertainment executive, Guy Manoukian has built a career by refusing to be defined by a single path. In this episode of Luca's Insight Track, Guy opens up about the mindset that has shaped every chapter of his life. He reflects on growing up in Lebanon, the lessons his family instilled in him, and why he believes people shouldn't limit themselves to one dream. He shares how music, sports, and business have each influenced his leadership style, the importance of taking calculated risks, and…
S6 · E11 · 14 Jul 2026 · 1 hr 7 min

Dr. Manal Al Mansoori: Beauty, Kindness, Animal Rescue & The Hidden Crisis Behind Social Media

What happens when a cosmetic doctor dedicates her life to saving abandoned animals and helping people heal from the inside out? In this emotional and eye-opening episode of Luca’s Insight Track, Luca Allam sits down with Dr. Manal Al Mansoori, renowned Emirati cosmetic physician, animal welfare activist, and founder of Yanni Animal Welfare. From caring for over 500 rescued cats and dogs to speaking openly about beauty pressure, mental health, social media toxicity, kindness, and humanity, Dr. Manal shares one of the most powerful and heartfelt conversations ever featured on the show. This…
S6 · E10 · 7 Jul 2026 · 1 hr 14 min

Mohammad Kiswani: The Truth About Depression, Fame, Marriage & Love Is Blind Habibi

What happens after the cameras stop rolling? In this deeply honest episode of Luca’s Insight Track, Mohammad Kiswani, star of Netflix’s Love Is Blind Habibi, opens up about the emotional reality behind fame, marriage, mental health, and becoming a father. For the first time, Mohammad shares his battle with severe depression before the show, the pressure of instant fame, the hidden struggles behind public relationships, and how love, vulnerability, and fatherhood completely changed his life. This episode explores: • Life after Love Is Blind Habibi • Depression emotional burnout • Arab…
S6 · E9 · 3 Jul 2026 · 13 min

Off Track: The Freedom Nobody Talks About

Welcome back to Off Track, the space where I speak unscripted, unfiltered and straight from the heart. No guests, no scripts, just honest reflections shaped by real conversations and real life. This week's episode was inspired by my conversation with Chef Hala Ayash, but it became a conversation about something much bigger than food, television or social media. It became a conversation about freedom. The freedom to stop living by other people's expectations, the freedom that comes from truly knowing yourself, and the freedom to be authentic without feeling the need to perform. Here are the…
S6 · E9 · 30 Jun 2026 · 1 hr 17 min

Chef Hala Ayash on Marriage, Motherhood & Finding Yourself

What happens when a woman stops living for expectations and starts living for herself? In this deeply honest episode of Luca’s Insight Track, Hala Ayash opens up about motherhood, relationships, identity, self-worth, authenticity, social media pressure, marriage, boundaries, and finding yourself again in your 40s. Known as one of the most recognizable faces in Arab cooking television, Chef Hala shares the emotional reality behind public success, becoming a mother at a young age, navigating life as a single mom, and redefining happiness beyond society’s expectations. Together, Luca and Hala…
S6 · E8 · 26 Jun 2026 · 14 min

Off Track: Are we Chasing The Wrong Things?

Welcome back to Off Track, the space where I speak unscripted, unfiltered and straight from the heart. No guests, no scripts, just honest reflections shaped by real conversations and real life. This week's episode was inspired by my conversation with Mo Gawdat and three ideas that stayed with me long after the cameras stopped rolling. Ideas around peace, curiosity and the quiet habits that ultimately shape who we become. Three simple reminders that, in a world constantly telling us to chase more, encouraged me to slow down and appreciate what really matters. 1️⃣ Maybe We're All Just Looking…
S6 · E8 · 23 Jun 2026 · 1 hr 38 min

Mo Gawdat on AI, Consciousness & Why Humanity Is Changing Forever

What happens when one of the world’s leading thinkers on happiness, AI, and human consciousness sits down for an unfiltered conversation? In this extraordinary episode of Luca’s Insight Track, Mo Gawdat former Chief Business Officer at Google X, bestselling author of Solve for Happy and Scary Smart, and host of the Slow Mo podcast dives deep into the future of humanity, artificial intelligence, happiness, loss, consciousness, and the systems shaping modern society. Together, Luca and Mo explore: Why humanity is “waking up” The future impact of AI on society and work Happiness vs dopamine and…
S6 · E7 · 21 Jun 2026 · 14 min

Off Track: Is it Coming Home?

Welcome back to Off Track, the space where I speak unscripted, unfiltered and straight from the heart. No guests, no scripts, just honest reflections shaped by real conversations and real life. This week’s episode is a little different. Inspired by the World Cup, but also by something I’ve come to realise over the years. Football is rarely just football. The teams we support, the moments we remember and the emotions we feel often tell a much bigger story about who we are, where we come from and what matters most to us. As the tournament unfolds, I find myself reflecting on childhood…
S6 · E7 · 19 Jun 2026 · 17 min

Off Track: Are You Listening To The Wrong Voice?

Welcome back to Off Track, the space where I speak unscripted, unfiltered and straight from the heart. No guests, no scripts, just honest reflections shaped by real conversations and real life. This week’s episode was inspired by my conversation with Dr. Afnan Alghamdi, one of Saudi Arabia’s pioneering voices in psychology and mental health. Our conversation explored everything from loneliness and growth to identity and healing, but three questions stayed with me long after the cameras stopped rolling. Questions that, if I’m honest, many of us are probably trying to answer in our own lives.…
S6 · E7 · 16 Jun 2026 · 1 hr 10 min

Dr. Afnan Alghamdi on Healing, Loneliness & The Fear of Change | Luca’s Insight Track

What happens when one of Saudi Arabia’s most influential psychologists becomes the one opening up? In this deeply emotional episode of Luca’s Insight Track, Dr. Afnan Alghamdi shares her perspective on grief, loneliness, healing, identity, fear of change, and the silent emotional struggles people carry every day. Known for redefining conversations around mental health in Saudi Arabia through her podcast Saturday Couch (كنبة السبت), Dr. Afnan speaks openly about losing her mother, facing failure, rebuilding herself after pain, and why true healing begins when we stop running from ourselves.…
S6 · E6 · 12 Jun 2026 · 17 min

Off Track: The Comfort Of Being Understood

Welcome back to Off Track, the space where I speak unscripted, unfiltered and straight from the heart. No guests, no scripts, just honest reflections shaped by real conversations and real life. This week's episode was inspired by my conversation with Mark Ritson, one of the most respected marketing minds in the world. But the insights I took away had very little to do with marketing itself. Instead, they were about nostalgia, connection and simplicity. Here are the three insights that stayed with me long after the conversation ended. 1️⃣ Nostalgia Doesn't Mean You Want To Go Back After…
S6 · E6 · 9 Jun 2026 · 1 hr 21 min

Mark Ritson: The Biggest Lies in Marketing, Brand Building, AI & Why Most Marketers Get It Wrong | Luca’s Insight Track

What separates great brands from everyone else? In this episode of Luca’s Insight Track, Luca Allam sits down with world-renowned marketing expert, professor, consultant, and brand strategist Mark Ritson for a no-nonsense conversation about the realities of modern marketing. Mark shares his candid views on why most marketers overcomplicate their work, the dangers of chasing short-term results, the truth about brand purpose, the future of media agencies, and how AI is changing the industry. In this episode: • Why most marketing strategies fail • The balance between brand building and sales…
S6 · E5 · 5 Jun 2026 · 17 min

Off Track: Why The Right Path Rarely Feels Safe

Welcome back to Off Track, the space where I speak unscripted, unfiltered and straight from the heart. No guests, no scripts, just honest reflections shaped by real conversations and real life. This week’s episode was inspired by my conversation with Hala Kazim and three ideas that stayed with me long after the cameras stopped rolling. Ideas around identity, relationships and uncertainty. Three things that, in my experience, shape far more of our lives than we realise. 1️⃣ Everyone You Love Should Be Part Of Your Life, Not Your Entire Life When we get married and have children, many of us…
S6 · E5 · 2 Jun 2026 · 1 hr 16 min

Hala Kazim on Motherhood, Self-Worth, Healing & Women Empowerment

What does it truly mean to live a healthy, fulfilled, and authentic life as a woman today? In this deeply honest episode of Luca’s Insight Track, Hala Kazim opens up about motherhood, parenting, women empowerment, emotional healing, discipline, relationships, self-worth, mental health, aging, and personal growth. Hala shares powerful insights from raising five sons, building emotional resilience, setting boundaries, healing from pain, and helping women reconnect with themselves beyond societal expectations. The conversation explores modern parenting, beauty standards, femininity, fasting,…
S6 · E4 · 29 May 2026 · 14 min

Off Track: Why So Many People Feel Lost Right Now

Welcome back to Off Track, the space where I speak unscripted, unfiltered and straight from the heart. No guests, no scripts, just honest reflections shaped by real conversations and real life. This week’s episode was inspired by my conversation with Bassem Terkawi, but also by something I think many people are quietly feeling right now… fear. Fear around the economy, the job market, paying rent, school fees, uncertainty and the pressure to keep it all together while pretending everything is fine. The conversation made me reflect deeply on my own journey. Leaving the corporate world without…
S6 · E4 · 26 May 2026 · 1 hr 18 min

Bassem Terkawi on Freemasonry, Purpose, Leadership & Finding Inner Peace | Luca’s Insight Track

What happens when success no longer feels enough? In this deeply reflective episode of Luca’s Insight Track, Luca Allam sits down with executive coach, leadership expert, and author Bassem Terkawi for a powerful conversation about purpose, identity, leadership, spirituality, emotional intelligence, entrepreneurship, Freemasonry, and living a meaningful life. Bassem opens up about: • Walking away from corporate life after redundancy • His inward journey after the Syrian war • The truth about Freemasonry • Leadership, empathy, and emotional intelligence • Entrepreneurship and freedom •…
S6 · E3 · 22 May 2026 · 14 min

Off Track: What To Do When Nothing Seems To Be Working

Welcome back to Off Track, the space where I speak unscripted, unfiltered and straight from the heart. No guests, no scripts, just honest reflections shaped by real conversations and real life. This week’s episode was partly inspired by my conversation with Mirna Sabbagh, but mostly by a difficult week of my own. A week of setbacks, rejections and opportunities that didn’t quite land the way I hoped they would. The kind of week that makes you question yourself if you’re not careful. With summer approaching, many of us are pushing hard for one last win. One last deal. One last approval. One…
S6 · E3 · 19 May 2026 · 1 hr 9 min

Mirna Sabbagh on Divorce, Motherhood, Reinvention & Finding Happiness | Luca’s Insight Track

What happens when a successful woman decides to completely reinvent her life? In this deeply honest episode of Luca’s Insight Track, Luca Allam sits down with Mirna Sabbagh, entrepreneur, dietician, lactation consultant, mother, and content creator, for a powerful conversation about divorce, remarriage, motherhood, women empowerment, social media pressure, happiness, and rebuilding your identity. Mirna opens up about: • The emotional reality of divorce in the Middle East • Why many women stay in unhappy marriages • Breastfeeding struggles and motherhood guilt • Leaving behind a successful…

About LIT- Luca's Insight Track

Join host Luca Allam on Luca's Insight Track, a talk show that helps uncover real insights from real people across different industries. In each episode, Luca chats openly with people from all over the world and walks of life, into their unique stories and challenges, sharing their own insights they have learned along the way. Get ready to gain a fresh perspective, all done over a cup of coffee and authentic conversation. From exciting interviews to insightful discussions, these candid conversations aim to uncover the insights and inspirations that drive people to push boundaries, overcome obstacles, and lead transformative lives. Tune in and start exploring your own insights on Luca's Insight Track!

LIT- Luca's Insight Track is a English society & culture podcast from Luca Allam. Melo plays each episode straight from the publisher's own feed — no ads added, no account needed — and remembers where you stopped, in this browser only.

Publisher: Luca Allam
Language: English
Category: Society & Culture
New episodes: Several times a week
Typical length: 1 hr 7 min
Latest episode: 6 Oct 2026
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