Lily Moffatt & Frankie Hilton

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 the many positive aspects of li...

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Lily Moffatt & Frankie Hilton

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Ep 61. Frankie & Lily end of year catchup, and Q&A from our community to end 2025 into 2026 22.12.2025 19:19

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...

Ep. 60 Drinking Water!!!! Everything you need to know (with all the research done!) 14.12.2025 22:12

Can you drink the tap water in Saudi Arabia?  And what’s actually the safest, healthiest option for your family? In this research-led episode of Saudi Life Unpacked, Frankie and Lily deep dive into one of the most asked (and most misunderstood) expat topics: water quality in Saudi Arabia.  From desalinated tap water and delivery gallon bottles, to glass spring water and under-sink filtra...

Ep 59. Rozana Albanawi: The Heartbeat of Human-Centred Leadership (and golden Insights into Jeddah!) 10.12.2025 29:43

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

Ep 58. From Identity to Anxiety: Psychologist, Carl Garner on the Real Emotional Impact of Moving Abroad 02.12.2025 59:02

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

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) 19.11.2025 35:01

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)

Ep 56. Through His Eyes: A Husband’s Take on Moving to Saudi. Frankie sits down with her husband Michael to unpack highs, lows & lessons of moving to Saudi 13.11.2025 42:07

In this special episode of Saudi Life Unpacked, Frankie is joined by her husband Michael for an honest, behind-the-scenes conversation about what it’s really like moving to Saudi Arabia as a married couple and raising a young family in Riyadh.  From long-distance marriage during the transition and early culture shock, to career growth in the Kingdom, compound life, having children in Saudi, a...

Ep. 55 Bonjour Arabia! Frankie & Lily sit down with Cecilia Pueyo, co-founder & CEO of Bonjour Arabia (formally 'Bonjour Saudi') - expert on cultural experiences in Saudi. 06.11.2025 41:16

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.

Ep 54: The Stories Behind the Hosts – Frankie & Lily’s Path to Saudi Arabia 30.10.2025 41:00

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

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. 17.10.2025 31:31

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.

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!) 12.10.2025 26:18

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!)

Ep.51 *Special SLU update* - SLU Concierge Launch! Hear about how 'Saudi Life: Unpacked' is expanding 09.10.2025 23:08

Ep.51 *Special SLU update* SL Concierge Launch! - hear about how 'Saudi Life: Unpacked' is expanding

Ep 50. Q & A with Lama Alhamawi: Saudi journalist, Head of Diplomacy & Foreign Affairs at Arab News, and founder of the Discussions podcast - to unpack her powerful career journey. 29.09.2025 37:43

Ep 50. Q A with Lama Alhamawi: Saudi journalist, Head of Diplomacy Foreign Affairs at Arab News, and founder of the Discussions podcast - to unpack her powerful career journey. If you're still bringing assumptions about the Kingdom in your carry-on, this episode will change that.

Ep 49. Q & A with Tulin Meric Sahin, makeup artist and skincare professional - talking bringing up children through their formative years in Saudi, practical tips & tricks on everything from skin care to parenting grounded children - we cover it all. 18.09.2025 40:17

Ep 49. Q A with Tulin Meric Sahin, makeup artists and skincare professional - talking bringing up children through their formative years in Saudi, practical tips tricks on everything from skin care to parenting grounded children - we cover it all.

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. 03.09.2025 42:21

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. 30.08.2025 32:44

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! 15.08.2025 21:29

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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. 04.08.2025 22:03

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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! 25.07.2025 36:17

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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!) 21.07.2025 34:45

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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. 14.07.2025 25:03

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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. 06.07.2025 24:39

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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)! 29.06.2025 31:11

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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. 13.06.2025 46:41

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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. 08.06.2025 53:07

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EP 37. Q & A with David, Founder & Managing Director of Expat Logistics: talking relocating pets to and from Saudi. 31.05.2025 1:02:41

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