Saudi Life: Unpacked
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Welcome to Saudi Life Unpacked, the podcast where we literally unpack the expat life in Saudi Arabia.Are you Saudi quisitive? Whether you’re already here or considering making the move, this podcast is your go to resource for everything you need to know about life in Saudi Arabia.Moving to Saudi Arabia can feel like an unknown. We are here to demystify the desert and explore the vibrant and dynamic experiences of expats living in the kingdom.Frankie and Lily are here to answer your burning questions about being an expat in Saudi, as well as shining a light on...
Ep 48. Q & A with Palavi Kele, Cross-cultural Psychologist. We discuss her work helping individuals and organisations navigate the rich and nuanced cultural landscape of Saudi Arabia.
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09/03/2025
Ep 48. Q & A with Palavi Kele, Cross-cultural Psychologist. We discuss her work helping individuals and organisations navigate the rich and nuanced cultural landscape of Saudi Arabia.
Ep 47. Frankie & Lily 'post summer' catch up - Changing schools & feelings about returning to Saudi after a long summer break abroad.
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08/30/2025
Frankie & Lily 'post summer' catch up - Changing schools & feelings about returning to Saudi after a long summer break abroad.
EP 46. Q & A with Nada Alrasheed, Saudi record-breaking freediver - chatting about smashing records & stereo types in and out of the water for Arab women. A true mermaid and inspiration!
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08/15/2025
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EP 45. Q & A with Rateel Alshehri, youngest Arab podcaster & social media influencer on the future of Saudi youth and adjusting to change in the region. Truly empowering young Saudi women.
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08/04/2025
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Ep 44. Frankie & Lily on the emotional hardships of being an expat. Living abroad and the guilt associated with being away from family and friends. Bring the tissues!
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07/25/2025
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Ep 43.Q & A with Nat Bristowe: an insight into a child free life in Saudi, adult only compounds & embracing a healthy mindset and body (being both a PT & Mindset Coach!)
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07/21/2025
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Ep. 42. Q & A with Marriam Mossalli: "Investor in Woman" in Saudi. The powerhouse behind 'Under The Abaya', entrepreneur and a fierce advocate for female empowerment across the Kingdom.
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07/14/2025
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Ep 41. Frankie & Lily 'pre summer' catch up - What can you bring into Saudi? Summer plans abroad and what to do in Saudi over summer.
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07/06/2025
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Ep 40. Q & A with Linda Al-Faisal, a 13 year old Saudi podcaster, ballerina and all round change maker. She is championing the next generation of Saudi women excited by Saudi now (and in the future)!
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06/29/2025
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EP 39. Q & A with Byron Cooke, host of 'The Byron Cooke show' on MBC loud - the first english speaking radio station: on being unapologetically ambitious to a dedicated dad to his son in Paris.
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06/13/2025
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EP 38. Q & A with 4 amazing women who moved to Saudi in the 60s, 70s & 80s from the U.K & U.S.A. We discuss their first impressions, what life was like & embracing the recent wave of change.
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06/08/2025
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EP 37. Q & A with David, Founder & Managing Director of Expat Logistics: talking relocating pets to and from Saudi.
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05/31/2025
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EP 36. Q & A with Tamara, owner of 'Homegrown Market' the curated concept store showcasing Arab brands: talking Saudi style and starting a business in the region.
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05/23/2025
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Ep 35. Q & A with Sam from Elite Sports, extra curricular sports activities!!! For little to big kids (and adults!) keeping them active and engaged in learning and competing in sports in the region.
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05/14/2025
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Ep 34. Q & A with Basma, food entrepreneur, chef & famed restaurateur. We cover pioneering a revolution of a typically male dominated industry (as a Saudi female), as well as much, much, more!
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05/08/2025
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Ep 33. Lily & Frankie catch up: including FAQ's - Driving in Saudi, schools in Saudi and accomodation!
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04/30/2025
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Ep 32. Q & A with Dr Maisa Alfalah, Dermatologist and owner of Age Clinics. Chatting all things skin care in Saudi.
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04/25/2025
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Ep 31. Q & A with Hilary, an 'Expert Expat'. Chatting about life in Jeddah, after moving from Riyadh & a handful of other cities. Raising children abroad and tips for finding your tribe as an expat.
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04/19/2025
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Ep 30. Q & A with Zeina Kilani, Jeddah born stylist & designer. Discussing the difference between Jeddah and Riyadh including style in both cities.
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04/08/2025
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Ep 29. Lily & Frankie catch up: CAMPING (from glamorous Alula ‘caravans’ to the more rustic style with kids in tents near Riyadh)
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04/01/2025
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Ep 28. Q & A with Rana, Founder & Managing Director of Kinder Land Preschool. With 20 years of regional experience in education, Rana is a wealth of knowledge for those with preschoolers in KSA
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03/24/2025
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Ep 27. Q & A with Hollie, THE hairdresser to see in Riyadh and life long expat in the region. We find out all the hair tips for the Saudi climate/water and growing up in the Middle East.
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03/13/2025
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Ep 26. Q & A with Pete Kaminski, Personal Trainer and long-time U.K Expat in Jeddah. We talk learning Arabic, mental and physical health and tips for settling in Saudi.
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03/08/2025
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Ep 25. Lily & Frankie catch up: The Jeddah trip review & what to expect over Ramadan!
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02/28/2025
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Ep 24. Q & A with Corinne, founder of The Yoga House. Insights into yoga in Saudi & the special community, as well as tips on creating a business in Saudi.
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02/15/2025
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Ep 23. Lily & Frankie catch up: Winter desert activities as well as Q&A's on weekend escapes in the region (and others queries....like tattoos!!)
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02/11/2025
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Ep 22. Q & A with Yasmine, Saudi/American & founder of Mumsway. Doula, Lactation Consultant & Birth Educator, Yasmine answers our questions on giving birth (and pre and post care) in the kingdom
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02/01/2025
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Ep 21. Q & A with Hani, founder of REJUV Salon. Insights into life as an expat business owner, sports star wife and mum.
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01/24/2025
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Ep 20. Lily & Frankie catch up: We're back for 2025! We cover 'home for holidays' v's 'home in riyadh' and some topical Q&A's
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01/17/2025
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Ep 19. PREGNANCY & CHILD BIRTH Q & A with Lou & Annie, expat mums telling us the their experiences and the 'need to knows' of pregnancy and child birth in Saudi
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01/08/2025
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Ep 18. Q & A with Sarah aka @Swirlthefork. She shares her invaluable foodie intel (where to eat and the must try dishes) for anyone in Saudi and the wider region.
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01/03/2025
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Ep 17. Q & A with Dr May Aldean, a British Family Medicine Doctor on medical care in Saudi and moving her teenagers from the U.K to Riyadh
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12/29/2024
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Ep 16. Lily & Frankie catch up: Some (solo!) parenting realities of living in Saudi with work travel requirements. (also answer Q's on Nannies!)
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12/15/2024
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Ep 15. Q & A with Alex: Director of Expansion at AstroLabs - Helping businesses set up in Saudi.
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12/09/2024
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Ep 14. Lily & Frankie catch up: traveling ‘home’ from the holidays with kids - our tips and tricks to survive those long haul flights.
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12/02/2024
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Ep 13. Q&A with Kate: Certified Sleep Physiologist and Coach on adapting to a relatively nocturnal life in Saudi.
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11/23/2024
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Ep 12. Q & A with Deborah Sharifi: Downe House Riyadh Head of School. A premium British school in Saudi for girls (and boys till year 4)
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11/20/2024
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Ep 11. Lily & Frankie catch up: Hospitals, GP's, Mini Breaks and FAQ's. We also discuss our positive (but genuine!) podcast approach
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11/16/2024
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Ep 10. Q&A with Ruba Tursan: Saudi Model and Youtuber on coming home to Saudi after growing up in the USA
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11/11/2024
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Ep 9. Lily & Frankie catch up: FAQ's on compounds, compounds and .....more on compounds
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10/31/2024
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