Abroad in Japan · Thursday, July 9, 2026
The hosts discuss Dubai's development, recalling its ambitious architectural projects in 2008, likening it to the "final piece of the death star." They also touch upon the ethical concerns regarding the labor used to construct these buildings, with one host stating they won't be returning.
“Dubai back in 2008. Was the first really I I'll never forget how I felt going to Dubai 2008, you know, when they were like, cranes on the top, sticking it on like the final piece of the death star.”
“And then it was like, who's building all the buildings? Oh dear. Oh no. And, yeah, it's a dark side to the place.”
“But, uh, yeah, I won't be going back there.”