“My Mother Built It. I Refused to Let It Die” -Tamara Mosly

<p>Mo catches up with old friend Tamara Mosly who took over her mother’s 38-year-old business: Fantasy Party. What began as a family venture has evolved into one of Saudi Arabia’s most recognisable local brands, bringing joy to generations of children through events, gifts, toys, costumes, and celebrations.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Tamara reflects on her mother’s legacy of building and growing the business during a very different era in Saudi Arabia, in an industry that was once viewed rather unconventional. Together, Mo and Tamara explore the responsibilities of parenthood, the realities of burnout, and the ongoing journey of finding purpose, fulfillment, and joy in an ever-evolving world.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>0:00 Intro</p><p>3:16 Facing Tradition as Women in Business</p><p>5:37 Lessons from a Strong Mother</p><p>7:43 Growing Up Saudi &amp; Lebanese</p><p>9:41 School, Rebellion &amp; Street Smarts</p><p>12:02 Applying to the Ivy League… and Getting Rejected</p><p>14:00 Growing Up Inside the Family Business</p><p>15:37 The Golden Era of Children’s Parties</p><p>20:02 Returning to Saudi Arabia During Vision 2030</p><p>21:27 Building the F1 Jeddah Guest Experience</p><p>22:26 Bringing the British Museum to Madinah</p><p>24:00 Witnessing Saudi Arabia’s Transformation Firsthand</p><p>25:04 Training 300 Saudi Drivers for Formula 1</p><p>28:13 Why Saudi Teams Outperformed Expectations</p><p>32:19 From Formula 1 to the Red Sea Film Festival</p><p>34:42 Miscarriage, Burnout &amp; Pushing Through</p><p>41:24 Motherhood, Work &amp; Hidden Struggles</p><p>43:32 Saudi Arabia: Then vs. Now</p><p>48:39 How E-Commerce Nearly Killed a 38-Year Legacy</p><p>53:06 Taking Over the Family Business</p><p>56:00 Choosing Gratitude Over Success</p><p>58:27 Loss, Aging &amp; Staying Connected</p><p>1:02:06 Health, Motherhood &amp; Losing Yourself</p><p>1:04:13 The Truth About Work-Life Balance</p><p>1:08:06 Guilty Pleasures</p><p>1:10:12 The Dream She Had to Let Go Of</p><p>1:15:21 Confidence, Emotions &amp; Feeling Understood</p><p>1:18:45 Final Reflections</p><p>&nbsp;</p>