Simple Tips to Get Interviewed on UAE Podcasts

Simple Tips to Get Interviewed on UAE Podcasts


  3 weeks ago        Kasturi Jha

Want to grow your brand, build authority, and connect with new audiences in the UAE? One of the smartest and fastest ways is to get interviewed on podcasts. Whether you're a founder, creative, expert, or changemaker—being a guest on a podcast can bring you credibility, visibility, and trust in one powerful audio format.

If you're wondering how to get interviewed on a podcast—especially within the UAE’s rising podcast scene—this guide has you covered.


Why Getting Interviewed on Podcasts Matters

In a digital world where attention is rare, podcasts offer a golden window of uninterrupted connection. Here’s what a guest spot can do for you:

  • 🎙 Build credibility in your niche 
     
  • 🔎 Improve search visibility for your name or business 
     
  • 🌍 Connect with highly targeted audiences 
     
  • 📈 Drive traffic to your website or social profiles 
     
  • 🤝 Network with influential podcast hosts 
     

And in the UAE, where industries like business, wellness, sustainability, and tech are booming, podcasting is becoming an essential medium for professionals who want to be heard.


How to Get Interviewed on a Podcast in UAE: 7 Actionable Tips

1. Define Your Niche and Value

Before reaching out, ask yourself: 
👉 What insights do I bring to the table? 
👉 What topics can I speak about confidently and passionately?

You don’t need to be a celebrity—you just need to offer value to the podcast’s audience.

Example Niches:

  • Startup funding in Dubai 
     
  • Wellness coaching for expats 
     
  • Female entrepreneurship in the UAE 
     
  • Green building trends in Abu Dhabi

2. Build a Solid Online Presence

Hosts want guests they can trust. Strengthen your digital footprint by:

  • Updating your LinkedIn with achievements 
     
  • Creating a personal website or portfolio 
     
  • Sharing thought-leadership content regularly 
     
  • Having a clear, professional bio with a headshot 
     

Make it easy for a host to say “yes.”


3. Research Relevant Podcasts

Don’t just pitch randomly. Find shows that match your story, values, or expertise.

Great UAE-based podcast examples include:

  • LOL by Let’s Off Leash https://letsoffleash.com/lol 
     
  • Dubai Works 
     
  • Empower Me with Purpose (Women-Focused) 
     
  • Savvy Talk (Abu Dhabi business + lifestyle) 
     

Make a spreadsheet of 10–15 shows you’d love to be on, including host name, topic focus, and email/Instagram.


4. Craft a Strong Podcast Pitch

When you're ready to reach out, make it personal and clear. Your message should answer:

  • Who are you? 
     
  • Why this show? 
     
  • What can you talk about that benefits their audience? 
     
  • Where can they learn more about you? 
     

Example:

Hi [Host’s Name], 
I’m [Your Name], a sustainability consultant based in Abu Dhabi. I’ve followed your podcast for a while and loved the episode on green startups in the region. I’d love to bring value to your audience by talking about how SMEs can reduce their carbon footprint while saving costs—based on my work with 20+ regional clients.

Would love to chat further if this fits your upcoming episodes.

Best, 
[Your Name] | [Website] | [LinkedIn]


5. Leverage Mutual Connections

Sometimes, the best way to get interviewed on podcasts is through referrals.

Look into:

  • Past guests you may know 
     
  • Event speakers from UAE conferences 
     
  • LinkedIn groups or Clubhouse rooms where podcasters hang out 
     

Don’t hesitate to ask for introductions.


6. Be Interview-Ready

Once you land a guest spot, treat it like a media appearance. Prepare by:

  • Listening to 1–2 previous episodes 
     
  • Understanding the tone and flow 
     
  • Having 3–4 talking points 
     
  • Avoiding overly scripted answers 
     

Also: check your mic, background noise, and internet!


7. Promote the Episode Like a Pro

After the episode goes live, amplify it by:

  • Sharing on LinkedIn, Instagram, and your website 
     
  • Tagging the host and podcast name 
     
  • Embedding the episode in your newsletter 
     
  • Adding the link to your email signature 
     

It makes the host happy—and increases your chances of being invited back or recommended elsewhere.


Bonus: Get on LOL – Let’s Off Leash

If your work involves animals, nature, mental wellness, or storytelling that matters, check out the LOL podcast hosted by Kasturi Jha. It's one of the most unique platforms in the UAE where animal stories meet human experiences. Learn more about the show here.


Final Thoughts

Learning how to get interviewed on a podcast is half mindset and half method. Know your value. Research the right shows. Pitch with confidence. Show up with intention.

Whether you're trying to get interviewed on podcasts in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, or across the MENA region, now is the perfect time to amplify your voice.


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Got a story worth telling? It’s time to get on the mic.


 



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