Learn English with apps

Welsh artist VOZIE has been specialising in portraits and commissioned artworks for the last ten years, most recently concentrating on larger scale aerosol murals. Focusing mainly on bold monochrome pattern or colourful graphic pieces, VOZIE thrives off creating bold artworks that uplift and inspire the public. 

Kate Jackson is an accomplished educational leader with over 24 years of experience, currently serving as Principal at King’s College Doha. She has played a key role in developing the Senior School, implementing the IGCSE and A-Level curriculum, and improving teaching quality through innovative strategies like the "King’s Tapestry." Kate is known for fostering collaboration, promoting student progress, and leading professional development.

Watch the full interview.

Kholoud is one of Qatar’s most recognizable artists. She graduated from Qatar University with a BA in Art Education and continued this passion on to her job, where she has been working for Jeem TV and Baraem, for 10 years. During her time there, Kholoud managed to expand her artistic skills and implement them into script writing and directing the animated series created locally in Doha. The series has successfully been on air, since 2015 covering 2 seasons with a total of 26 episodes.

Laura is a seasoned finance professional with 20 years of experience spanning investment banking, finance, and operations. Holding a Master’s in Business Mathematics, she has worked in Germany, England, the Philippines, and India before relocating to Qatar in 2017. Her career focuses on driving organizational value through strategic initiatives and team empowerment. Beyond work, Laura enjoys family time with her husband and three children, as well as traveling and outdoor exploration.

Interview

Practise your listening skills by watching 24 short videos about UK culture. Learn about the history of the English language and explore London’s museums and other famous sites in the UK.

Download for: iOS | Android

Inspired by her home in Doha, Qatar, artist Muna Al-Bader remembers the sea and sky as she turns to art to express the numerous ways she uses the shades of blue in her artwork with their own meanings. Despite having a background in IT engineering and business analysis, Muna found her passion in art and has become known as the “Artist of Blue.”

Hassnen has been in the field of education since 2001 and has worked in various countries such as Brazil, Spain, Oman and Kuwait. He has worked with learners of various academic levels and ages and holds the Cambridge CELTA and Delta qualifications, and an MA in TESOL. Hassnen has designed and delivered courses for organisations including the Ministry of Education in Kuwait and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Qatar.

With nearly three decades of experience, Robert Tripolo is a skilled Electronic Engineer specializing in sales, marketing, and business development in the automotive sector. He has successfully launched businesses from the ground up, including establishing Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) as the new importer in Finland and Iceland. His extensive expertise also includes creating Fiat’s commercial department in India, where he spearheaded export operations and business growth.

Watch the interview.