On and On
On and On is a podcast that explores the intersections of fashion, music, art, cinema, photography, and real life. Hosted by Daie Khalil, it offers a creative and cultural perspective on various topics.
Episodes
The Fig Tree by Sylvia Plath
How do you choose one life without grieving all the lives you didn't choose?
The Problem with Everyone Wanting to Be Interesting
A little conversation about being interested, staying curious, and why maybe we’re all trying a little too hard to be interesting.
The Roaring Twenties: When Women Stopped Dressing for Men
The 1920s changed the way women dressed, moved, and saw themselves. From the flapper to Chanel, shorter hemlines to bobbed hair, fashion became part of a much bigger shift in women’s lives.In this episode, I’m going down the rabbit hole of the Roaring Twenties: the clothes, the culture, the art, the women behind it, and why this decade still feels so modern to us today.
The Birth of Modern Fashion: From Edwardian Corsets to Poiret
From corsets, couture and strict social codes to Fauvism, the Ballets Russes and Paul Poiret’s revolutionary vision, we explore how fashion began breaking away from tradition and becoming the modern world we recognize today.
The Language of Color: Red, Yellow, Blue
A story of how humans discovered, created, and gave meaning to red, yellow, and blue.
The Art of Rebellion: Romanticism, Macchiaioli, Impressionism
Every new way of seeing starts with questioning the old one.
Stop Looking For Your Dream Job
Curiosity is data.
Sara Teymoor: When did Pre-Loved Luxury Become Cool?
In this episode, I sit down with Sara Taymoor, founder of Amused, to talk about the rise of pre-loved and vintage luxury in Saudi Arabia. We discuss how the market has evolved, why more people are embracing second-hand luxury, the reality of counterfeit products, whether luxury quality is declining despite rising prices, and what true value looks like today.Thank you to Urban Roastery and The Post
Professor Marina Magoni: Fashion as Storytelling
This episode is really special to me. Marina was one of my professors at Istituto Marangoni Milano, and she played a huge role in shaping the way I think about fashion, storytelling, and education. We talk about style analysis, creativity, becoming a professor, and all the conversations in between that remind us why stories matter. I hope you enjoy it as much as I enjoyed recording it.A special th
Yara Attieh: Body Image, Finding Balance, & Letting Go of Perfection
This week I'm joined by certified nutritionist, health coach, and founder of Pilatiq, Yara Attieh.We spoke about body image, finding balance, perfectionism, our relationship with food and movement, why health has become so confusing, and how social media has changed the way we think about wellness. We also got into cortisol, stress, bloating, over-exercising, Pilates, calorie obsession, and wh
Reema Juffali: The Making of Saudi Arabia's First Female Race Car Driver
In this episode, we dive into the story of how Reema Juffali became Saudi Arabia's first female race car driver. From her childhood interests and the moments that set her apart, to taking a leap of faith into motorsports, Reema shares the journey that shaped her. We also talk about her training, racing career, the challenges she faced along the way, and the advice she has for young girls who w
Hessah Hassan: Aging Gracefully, Career Shift, Freelance Horror Stories
This week, we’re talking about aging gracefully, staying young at heart, and having the courage to reinvent yourself. Joined by Hussah Hassan, an inspiring woman in her 40s who recently left a 17-year corporate career to pursue fashion styling, we discuss motherhood, career changes, and the highs and lows of freelancing in the creative industry. A refreshing conversation about living authentically
Lost in Your 20s
Here's what it felt like to be in my 20s and have no idea what I was doing.
My Journey
All the ups, all the downs.
Diana Vreeland and Anna Wintour
In this episode, I explore the journeys of Diana Vreeland and Anna Wintour, how they found their way to Vogue, and the impact they each had once they arrived. Two very different women, one iconic magazine, and a legacy that continues to shape fashion today.
The Birth of Vogue
In this episode, we go back to the late 19th century to uncover how Vogue began as a society publication in New York, and how it evolved into the most powerful voice in fashion. We explore what inspired its creation, the cultural moment that shaped it, and how Condé Nast transformed Vogue into a global empire that redefined style, media, and influence forever.
Lina Ajinah: Against the Grain
In this episode, we speak with Lina Ajinah, a pastry artist who blends fine art with confectionery in the most extraordinary way.After being diagnosed with celiac disease, Lina didn’t stop. She rebuilt her craft from the ground up, creating gluten-free recipes, opening her own store, and leading masterclasses and workshops. Her journey is a study in persistence, creativity, and constantly refining
Soraya Bakhtiar: Curiosity as a Career
In this episode, I sit down with Soraya Bakhtiar and we talk about building a career through curiosity, from her years in fashion to opening her own fitness studio in Jeddah. We get into what it actually looks like to put yourself out there when you’re naturally shy, moving through imposter syndrome, and using learning as a way to feel grounded and confident. It’s really about stepping out of your
A Decade of Friendship
In this episode, I’m sitting down with my best friend of 10 years, Maha. We get into how our friendship works, why we think we’ve never fought, and what we’ve learned about maintaining a healthy, long-term friendship.A special thank you to 3 Dots for sponsoring this episode!
Reem AlSanea: Growing Into Yourself
Reem AlSanea is a Saudi beauty content creator known for being unapologetically herself. In this episode, we talk about imposter syndrome, and letting go of perfectionism and control. We also get into love, timing, and what it means to trust your own path.A Special thank you to 3 Dots for supporting this episode!
From Versailles to Fashion Week
Versailles was the original runway. This episode explores how fashion evolved from royal performance to modern fashion week.Special thanks to 3 Dots for sponsoring this episode!
Arwa Al Banawi: Building Without a Blueprint
In this episode, I sit down with Arwa Al Banawi, a Saudi designer known for her sharp tailoring and philosophy of “the suitable woman.” We talk about her journey of building a brand without a blueprint, from studying finance to carving her own path in fashion and showing at Paris Fashion Week. We also reflect on how the landscape in Saudi Arabia has evolved, now offering young designers more suppo
Farah Tajeddin: The Art of Playing
Farah is the creator of The Art Supper, a concept where art, space, and dining come together. Known for her playful yet refined approach to tablescaping and floral design, she transforms simple settings into living works of art.
It Girl
If everyone’s an It Girl… is anyone? In this episode, I explore the origins of the term and rediscover the original definition of “It.”
Shouq: Identity and Belonging
In this episode, I sit down with Shouq, a fashion and beauty content creator who was born and raised in Saudi Arabia and holds a Syrian passport. We have an honest conversation about identity and belonging, navigating culture, building a personal brand, entrepreneurship, commitment, and the realities of working in the creative industry.
Haya Abdullah: Do You Really Need Fashion School?
In this episode, I sit down with Haya, a Saudi Fashion Director and Creative Consultant who has worked with renowned brands such as Miu Miu, Louis Vuitton, Chanel Beauty, YSL Beauty, and more.Haya shares her experience attending fashion school and gives her honest take on whether it was truly worth it. She also breaks down a Fashion Girl Guide to freelancing in Saudi Arabia, covering the steps, re
How I Stay Inspired Creatively
Here are the quiet habits that keep my creativity alive.
Feud: Chanel vs Dior
Behind the tweed and the New Look lies a rivalry that rewrote fashion history. This episode explores the unspoken feud between Chanel and Dior, where ego, innovation, and power collided.
The White Shirt
We all love them, we all wear them, its one of the best basics there is. Here's the history about the white shirt.
2026 Ins and Outs
New year, new priorities. In this episode, I walk through my 2026 ins and outs, what I’m welcoming more of, and what I’m leaving behind.
Music and Fashion Subcultures
A conversation about music and fashion as one language. From punk and rock ’n’ roll to grunge, hip-hop, R&B, and rave scenes, this episode dives into how style and sound shape subcultures and communicate who we are.
Imposter Syndrome
We all go through it. We all struggle to get out of it. This is my own experience with imposter syndrome.
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