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A show that inspires you to eat and live well. Hosts Devina Divecha and Tiffany Eslick chat with leading players in the food community, from farmers to foodies, as well as health and well-being experts. Brought to you by the UAE’s premium supermarket retailer, this award-winning show promises to bring you engaging conversations, fresh ideas, and help nourish your heart and soul. New episodes every other Tuesday.
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Abu Dhabi Unwrapped: A Sonic Travel Guide

Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi

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Abu Dhabi: a land rich with culture, history and experiences for all. Our host, presenter and blogger, Dina Butti, takes us on a sonic adventure across the emirate. From world renowned luxury, spell-binding historical landmarks, family fun, thrilling adventure activities and finally to mouth-watering cuisine, Dina unwraps Abu Dhabi for those curious to explore all it has to offer. This five-part series reveals the unmissable highlights of Abu Dhabi. Join us on an audio-journey that will insp ...
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Connecting hospitality with the tech that makes it better. Hosted by Chris Fletcher — former operator, now tech matchmaker — Tech on Toast brings you sharp, unfiltered conversations with the people shaping hospitality’s future. Each week, we sit down with operators, founders, and innovators to unpack the tech, tactics, and trends transforming how the industry works. From smarter kitchens and AI-driven scheduling to loyalty apps and next-gen EPOS, we cut through the noise to find what really ...
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WakingWorld

WakingWorld

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WakingWorld | Where Reality Gets a Reality Check Delve deep into the captivating realms of the occult, magick, spirituality, and everything clandestine with Dale & Toby on "WakingWorld." As two inquisitive minds on a quest for truth, they pull back the curtains of the mundane to reveal a world bubbling with mysteries, hidden agendas, and esoteric knowledge. "Have you ever questioned why things are the way they are? Pondered about the shadowy recesses of existence? Or perhaps you've stumbled ...
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This week, Chris Fletcher is joined by two guests with serious flavour and flair: James Packham, founder of cult bacon sandwich brand Le Swine, and Nick Clark, founder and MD of Sheffield-based creative studio 93FT. What starts with a bacon butty turns into a masterclass in brand building, creative bravery, and how friendship can drive business suc…
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In this special edition of the Tech on Toast Podcast, host Chris Fletcher sits down with Naveed Islam, Chief Information Security Officer at Dojo, to discuss the state of cybersecurity in an increasingly digital and AI-driven world.From phishing and data breaches to payment fraud and quantum computing, this episode breaks down complex issues in a w…
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Guest: Gab Lopez, MD at 24social (MVG Media) Host: Chris Fletcher Series: Tech on Toast Season Sponsored by Deliverect This Week’s Slice: What if building a pub website took less time than pouring a pint? Chris sits down with Gab Lopez, MD of 24social, to talk about making websites work for hospitality – not the other way around. From their AI-powe…
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Since this is our bonus episode week, we're talking about the games that we've been playing and go on a little bit of a rave about Red Dead Redemption 2. So, apologies for those who absolutely detest that game and we respectfully ask you what is wrong with you? Eh? EH?! Have you played any games this month that you just can't seem to stick with?…
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In this episode of WakingWorld, Toby delves into the history and influence of the Theosophical Society and its connection to the Freemasonic-aligned Liberal Catholic Church. Founded by two members of the Theosophical Society, the LCC sought to merge esoteric teachings with Christian ritual. Long accused by some of cult-like behaviour, with ex-membe…
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It's Pop Culture and Quiz week! We briefly talk about the Diddy verdict and the Texas flooding before launching into the viral moment of the Coldplay concert. If you haven't seen it yet, then you likely will. We also quiz Erica based on who's been in the news this month! What is your favourite bit of pop culture from July?…
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In this episode, Chris is joined by Nikki Perry, VP of Product at TripleSeat, who flew in from Boston for her very first visit to London. They dive into Nikki’s journey from bussing tables at 13 to leading product strategy at one of the most exciting events platforms in hospitality tech.Expect a brilliant blend of real-world hospitality experience …
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In this episode of Bonus Shizz, Dale and Toby take a closer look at Hermes Far Eastern Shining, a spiritual collective more commonly referred to as the "Water People." With ex-members having stepped forward to share troubling accounts, questions arise: is this simply a community of like-minded individuals choosing to live an alternative life away f…
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What do Isle of Wight ferries, dirty tables, and KFC at midnight have in common? This episode. Chris is joined by the silky-voiced Jamie White, Head of Business Development at WRS, fresh off the back of a brand revamp (RIP “Systems”) and full of stories from hospitality, media, and SaaS trenches. 🧠 Whether you’re a single-site pub or a 100-venue gr…
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In this episode of WakingWorld, Dale and Toby are joined by Ali, a current escort based in Western Australia, for an open and thought-provoking conversation about the realities of the sex industry. The discussion explores what motivates someone to enter such a taboo profession, the environmental and psychological conditions that contribute to that …
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In this episode of the Tech on Toast Podcast, Chris chats with Rob Bowie, co-founder of Marker, the UK’s first standardised sustainability rating for hospitality. Rob shares the journey behind launching Marka with co-founder Chiara, and how their gamified platform is helping restaurants, pubs and cafés take tangible steps toward sustainability—with…
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Tiffany Eslick and Devina Divecha sit down with Chef Christophe Devoille for our season finale. They talk about his journey from working for Chef Alain Ducasse to becoming Executive Pastry Chef at the Atlantis The Royal. They then witness a Chef Christophe masterclass where he shares his cooking tips while making a historic French dessert, île flot…
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In this episode of Bonus Shizz, Dale and Toby wade into controversial waters with a discussion on British historian and researcher David Irving. Once widely respected for his depth of archival research, Irving became a lightning rod for controversy—and legal action—after questioning elements of the established WWII narrative. The conversation explo…
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In this episode of the Tech on Toast Podcast, Chris Fletcher chats with Archie Heaton, Head of Commercial at Level, the salary-linked financial wellbeing platform that’s making waves in hospitality. We dive into: Archie’s journey from Microsoft and Xbox to startup life What on-demand pay really is—and why it’s not a debt trap How Level compares to …
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Yes! It's Pop Culture week again! This week we're chatting about Bezos' wedding in Venice getting a makeover by activists, Katy Perry's done another weird thing on tour, and Andy Cohen tells us about the time he got his arse handed to him by Barbara Walters. What has been your favourite pop culture tidbit this month??…
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In this episode of Bonus Shizz, Dale and Toby take a moment to deconstruct and reflect on their recent conversation with journalist and Delingpod host James Delingpole. From the journey out of mainstream narratives to the embrace of Christian faith and spiritual purpose, they unpack the key themes, moments, and takeaways from the chat. With their u…
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This week on the Tech on Toast Podcast, Chris sits down with the always-insightful Joe Heather, Regional General Manager for Northern Europe at Deliverect, the Order Management Platform powering thousands of digital orders across hospitality and retail.From deep dives into the ever-evolving world of kiosk tech, third-party logistics, and marketplac…
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Co-host Tiffany Eslick sits down with Ahmad Al Marri, founder of Canvas Gelato, one of the UAE’s favourite ice cream brands. They indulge in some delicious ice cream for breakfast, made with Discover by Spinneys’ Scottish strawberries. They also talk about the origins of Canvas Gelato, how they come up with extraordinary flavours, and the evolution…
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In this episode of WakingWorld, Dale and Toby are joined by renowned British journalist and host of the hugely successful Delingpod, James Delingpole. James shares his journey from mainstream media insider to unapologetic truth-seeker, giving a candid look at his early days in journalism, the motivations behind starting The Delingpod, and the awake…
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Co-host Tiffany Eslick sits down with Kimberly Rose Kneier, Director of Wellness at COMO Shambhala Estate in Bali. They talk about the Estate’s personalised approach to wellness, traditional Chinese medicine, and the principles behind her R.E.A.L. diet philosophy. They also talk about women’s health and menopause, and how it can be an empowering tr…
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In this episode of Bonus Shizz, Toby dives into the myth and magick of werewolves—not as fantasy creatures, but as potential manifestations of thought-forms brought into the physical realm through focused intent and ritual. The discussion explores the idea of the werewolf as a symbol of the primal, animalistic state within humans, and how that ener…
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In this episode of the Tech on Toast Podcast, Chris Fletcher sits down with Jonny McKenzie, co-founder and CEO of Bustle, the cafe management platform built by operators for operators. Jonny flew all the way from Auckland, New Zealand, for this conversation—and it shows in the insights shared.Jonny’s story is anything but ordinary. From launching c…
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Candy, or as it's known in the UK 'Chocolate and Sweets', has a lot of dubious history around the world but perhaps nowhere more than the UK. We're talking about the adulteration of sweets in Britain that lead to the deaths of 20 people in Bradford and what exactly is an 'Unclaimed Baby'?? What are your favourite candies??…
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Ready to get quizzical? 🧠🍻 In this laugh-out-loud episode of the Tech on Toast Podcast, Chris Fletcher sits down with ✨ Mark Walsh ✨ – the fashion-journo-turned-tech-founder behind Kwizzbit, the interactive quiz platform shaking up the pub game across the globe! From loading up fashion mags in the 90s to loading quizzes into over 47 countries, Mark…
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In this episode we're talking about Downton Abbey's third film 'The Grand Finale'. Not much has been given away about the plot. Virtually nothing at all, in fact. So we come up with theories ranging from Matthew and Sybil's return to the grand finale being a fast forward to the present time. What are your theories on the plot of the film?…
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In this episode of Bonus Shizz, Toby guides us through the bizarre and fascinating life of Jack Parsons—rocket scientist, occultist, and devoted follower of Aleister Crowley. The focus is on Parsons' intense and esoteric relationship with artist and sorceress Marjorie Cameron, and their shared attempt to ritually conceive a "moonchild"—a magickal b…
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In this episode of the WakingWorld podcast, Dale and Toby dive into a recent ChatGPT conversation about the Talmud—examining its origins, structure, purpose, and the controversies surrounding it. With heightened global scrutiny on Israel, the world’s only Jewish state, they ask whether it's fair to question and analyse the religious texts that unde…
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