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Saudi Life: Unpacked

Lily Moffatt & Frankie Hilton

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

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Ep 71. From Paralysis to Purpose: An Artist’s...

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2026/02/24

What would you do if your life changed overnight?In this episode of Saudi Life: Unpacked, Frankie and Lily sit down with artist Aida Murad, whose life changed overnight when she became partially paralysed with rheumatoid arthritis in her early twenties. Instead of focusing on what she had lost, she chose to focus on the 1% she could still use - and that decision led her to a completely new purpose through art.Now based in Saudi Arabia, Aida is an artist-in-residence at the St. Regis, a World

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Ep 70. Saudi’s Red Sea Unpacked: Travel, Hotels &...

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2026/02/18

What is the Red Sea really like - and is it worth the trip for expat families in Saudi?In this special catch-up episode, Frankie and Lily record live from the SLS Red Sea, sharing their first impressions of one of the Kingdom’s newest destinations.From the striking contrast of desert, mountains and turquoise water to how established the resorts already feel, they talk through what surprised them most and what the experience is really like on the ground.They also explore how family-friendly the Red

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Ep 69. Female Founder Life in Riyadh: Gaming,...

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2026/02/17

What does it really look like to build a company, raise a family, and make Saudi home - all at the same time?In this episode, Frankie and Lily were joined by Kris Stephan - a business owner, mum of two, and CEO in the fast-growing esports industry.Kris shares her journey from growing up in Saudi as an expat child to returning years later as a founder and working mum.We talk about what it’s really like to set up a business in the Kingdom, the opportunities Saudi currently offers entrepreneurs, and

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Ep 68. Ramadan Unpacked: How Life Changes in the Kingdom

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2026/02/10

Ramadan Kareem! If this is your first Ramadan in Saudi Arabia, or you’re simply wondering what to expect, this episode is your practical, expat-friendly guide.Frankie and Lily share what really changes during Ramadan, from working hours and supermarket schedules to iftar etiquette, traffic patterns, and the cultural rhythm of daily life. They also talk about the spirit behind the holy month and how expats can show respect, patience, and kindness while embracing this special time in the Kingdom.Think

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38:35

Ep 67. What It’s Really Like Moving to Saudi as a...

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2026/02/03

What happens when you say yes to moving somewhere most people don’t understand?In this episode of Saudi Life: Unpacked, Frankie and Lily sit down with Sharn, an Australian social media manager who recently moved to Riyadh and has already made waves online sharing her experience of life in the Kingdom.From going viral with a falcon video to navigating culture shock, homesickness, and Riyadh traffic, Sharn opens up about the real highs and lows of starting over abroad. The conversation explores how

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Ep 66. Leading List Magazine in Saudi Arabia with...

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2026/01/27

What is it really like living and working in Saudi Arabia as an expat woman in leadership?In this episode of Saudi Life Unpacked, Frankie Lily sit down with Noirin Hegarty, Editor-in-Chief of List Magazine Saudi, who shares her honest journey from once believing the media stereotypes about Saudi Arabia… to now calling it one of the most exciting places she’s ever lived and worked.We talk about women in leadership in Saudi, the reality of expat life in Riyadh, misconceptions about Islam and Saudi

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Ep 65. Frankie & Lily's first catch up of 2026 - What...

Saudi Life: Unpacked ·

2026/01/20

Welcome back, it’s our first catch up of 2026 and we’re kicking off the year with a proper life update!Frankie and Lily kick off the new year with big updates - including Saudi Life: Unpacked officially launching on YouTube and a brand new recording space in the works before diving into a real, honest catch-up on winter break travels (UK + Ireland), expat family life, and the reality of getting back into routine after the holidays.We also get into the stuff no one really talks about: post-travel

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Solo Female Adventure in Saudi Arabia: Walking the...

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2026/01/13

What does it really take to walk across Saudi Arabia on foot - as a woman?In this extraordinary episode of Saudi Life: Unpacked, Lily sit down with Alice Morrison, a British explorer, journalist, and adventurer who has just completed a world-first journey: walking 2,195km across Saudi Arabia over 112 days, from the Jordan border all the way down through the Kingdom.Recorded only moments after she finished (still in her desert expedition gear!), Alice takes us behind the scenes of one of the most

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Saudi Women Changing the Narrative with Rawan...

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2026/01/06

What is life in Jeddah really like - beyond the stereotypes?In this episode of Saudi Life Unpacked, Frankie Lily sit down with Rawan Al-Turki, a Saudi photographer born and raised in Jeddah, to explore the city through truly local eyes. From the historic streets of Al-Balad to fish markets, fashion shoots, and everyday moments most visitors never see, Rawan shares how photography has become a way to tell Saudi Arabia’s untold stories.We talk about growing up in Jeddah, the city’s deep cultural mix,

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Building a Business After Cancer: Umniah Alzahery’s...

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2025/12/28

What happens when life forces you to stop - and start again?In this episode of Saudi Life Unpacked, Frankie & Lily sit down with Umniah Alzahery, a Saudi entrepreneur based in Jeddah, to talk about career ambition, burnout, illness, and building a business that brought joy back into her life.Umniah shares her journey from a high-pressure corporate HR career to surviving cancer during the pandemic - and how that experience completely reshaped her relationship with work, health, and success. We

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Frankie & Lily end of year catchup, and Q&A from our...

Saudi Life: Unpacked ·

2025/12/22

In this episode of Saudi Life Unpacked, Frankie and Lily sit down for an honest, end-of-year conversation about expat life in Saudi Arabia - the highs, the challenges, and the moments that make the Kingdom start to feel like home.They share personal life updates, winter travel plans, parenting reflections, and what it really looks like to raise happy children while living abroad. The conversation also dives into community questions, including practical expat topics like shipping, Christmas

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Ep. 60 Drinking Water!!!! Everything you need to know...

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2025/12/14

Ep. 60 Drinking Water!!!! Everything you need to know (with all the research done!)

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Ep 59. Rozana Albanawi: The Heartbeat of...

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2025/12/10

Ep 59. Rozana Albanawi: The Heartbeat of Human-Centred Leadership (and golden Insights into Jeddah!)

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Ep 58. From Identity to Anxiety: Psychologist, Carl...

Saudi Life: Unpacked ·

2025/12/02

Ep 58. From Identity to Anxiety: Psychologist, Carl Garner on the Real Emotional Impact of Moving Abroad

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Ep. 57 "So Here's the tip...." We answer some FAQ's &...

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2025/11/19

Ep. 57 "So Here's the tip...." We answer some FAQ's & give some tips on 'what to wear' to 'how to drive' (and all in-between)

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Ep 56. Through His Eyes: A Husband’s Take on Moving...

Saudi Life: Unpacked ·

2025/11/13

Through His Eyes: A Husband’s Take on Moving to Saudi Frankie sits down with her husband Michael to unpack the highs, lows,

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Ep. 54 Bonjour Arabia! Frankie & Lily sit down with...

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2025/11/06

Ep. 54 Bonjour Arabia! Frankie & Lily sit down with Cecilia Pueyo, co-founder & CEO of Bonjour Arabia (formally 'Bonjour Saudi') - expert on cultural experiences in Saudi.

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Ep 54: The Stories Behind the Hosts – Frankie &...

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2025/10/30

The Stories Behind the Hosts – Frankie & Lily’s Path to Saudi Arabia

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Ep 53. Breast Cancer Awareness Month! Dr Felwa...

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2025/10/17

Ep 53. Breast Cancer Awareness Month! Dr Felwa AlMarshad joins Lily & Frankie for a practical and honest discussion on her mission to educate (Men & women) in the region.

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Ep 52. Frankie & Lily catch up - Start of a new...

Saudi Life: Unpacked ·

2025/10/12

Ep 52. Frankie & Lily catch up - Start of a new school year and we're off and running! Events, concierge and Riyadh season (and great weather!)

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