IISDIANS UNPLUGGED | EP 1: Food, Fun, and IISD Nostalgia with Shayne Haridas, aka

Kick off the first-ever episode of IISDIANS Unplugged with an absolute treat! Hosted by Dr. Omar Rizvi, a renowned orthodontist based in Dammam for the last 8 years, who has a passion not just for creating beautiful smiles, but also for cricket and raising dental awareness on social media. Omar, from the 2004 batch of IISD, chats with fellow ex-IISDian Shayne Haridas, from the 2002 batch, better known as ‘Food with Shayne.’
Shayne, a food blogger shaking up the food scene in Saudi Arabia’s Eastern Province, takes us on a flavourful journey from his school days at IES (Indian Embassy School) before it became IISD, to discovering hidden foodie gems and even tackling some strange eats. With plenty of laughs, Shayne shares how he became a trusted voice in the local food scene, while Omar keeps the conversation light and fun with his signature humour and curiosity.
Whether you’re a foodie, a fan of IISD nostalgia, or just love a lively conversation, this episode is a must-listen. Get ready for good times, great food stories, and a lot of fun! Don’t miss out!

[@FoodwithShayne]

It was an absolute honour to be featured on 'IISDIANS Unplugged's' 1st podcast. Omar was a fantastic host and I can't wait to watch your future episodes.

[@prajithnambiar4335]

Introduction maybe aooobaa😂😂😂

[@SH89]

Woohoo ! Loved it ! Shayne was born to be in front of the camera 😎

[@najmanakhath2424]

Wow so happy and impressed to watch. Looking forward for more interesting . Omar was too good. Let's have more of such wonderful talks see more if kids.

[@shahamathusain9935]

🎉🎉🎉

[@SHOAIBQURAISHI-q6h]

Wonderful, I am impressed doc. looking forward to seeing many more such interesting encounter.

[@jazib619]

Awesome podcast! Looking forward to more content! 👌

[@aamirjamal6833]

Loved it. Fun episode. Eagerly waiting for many more. 😊

[@jeddahsyoungmakers]

This is a fantastic initiative! I'd love to nominate my sister for your next interview(virtual), a proud alumna of IISD Batch 2012. She's making waves in the baking industry in our hometown. Interestingly, she's a dentist by profession, proving that passion knows no bounds.

[@jeddahsyoungmakers]

She goes by the name "thewhiskcorner" on another popular platform

[@iamsaadkhan]

love it

[@MohammedHazeem-ed6ou]

Great 👍

[@bennyjose13]

Omar Bhai. Awesome work.

[@adinhyderabadvlogs]

It was a good start , the voice is being a lil unclear... Agree with the smell point.

[@sharon8566]

Nice... 😊

[@nadeempassion]

Lovely 👍🏻

[@arshiyakhatoon1552]

Excellent omar 👏👍

[@ronniemathew2493]

❤

[@toxicstud40275]

Amazing initiative ❤❤❤ , few take ….