Atlantis, LGBT In the Middle East & ‘fake’ Dubai

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🌍 Exploring Dubai: Stereotypes, LGBTQ+ Life & The New Middle East Culture 🇦🇪
In this episode, we’re recording straight from Atlantis, Dubai—because why not? We dive into the stereotypes surrounding Dubai, its real culture beyond the glitz, and what it’s really like being LGBTQ+ in the Middle East.
🏙️ Is Dubai Fake? – People love to call Dubai artificial, but is that just a coded way of rejecting modern Arab culture? We discuss whether there’s a deeper bias behind this view.
🏳️‍🌈 Being LGBTQ+ in Dubai – What’s it actually like? From misconceptions to the reality on the ground, we break down the experience of being queer in a place with strict laws.
🛑 Western Privilege & Travel Ethics – Should LGBTQ+ travelers boycott places that aren’t 100% inclusive? Or is there a way to support local communities while respecting cultural differences?
📖 A Brief History of Dubai – From Bedouin tribes to a global powerhouse, we chat about how Dubai transformed in just a few decades—and why it’s unlike any other city.
🎢 Filming Without Permission & Getting Told Off – Yep, we got very politely shut down for filming at Atlantis. Here’s what happened!
Get comfy, grab a drink, and let’s chat about Dubai beyond the Instagram version. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe!
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