Lily Moffatt & Frankie Hilton

Saudi Life: Unpacked

Society EN ↓ 87 episodes

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

Episodes

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. 23.05.2025 41:10

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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. 14.05.2025 39:40

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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! 08.05.2025 24:16

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Ep 33. Lily & Frankie catch up: including FAQ's - Driving in Saudi, schools in Saudi and accomodation! 30.04.2025 30:30

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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. 25.04.2025 37:23

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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. 19.04.2025 36:02

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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. 08.04.2025 36:09

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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) 01.04.2025 32:22

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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 24.03.2025 32:09

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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. 13.03.2025 47:58

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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. 08.03.2025 49:05

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Ep 25. Lily & Frankie catch up: The Jeddah trip review & what to expect over Ramadan! 28.02.2025 31:04

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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. 15.02.2025 41:33

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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!!) 11.02.2025 29:25

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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 01.02.2025 1:02:47

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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. 24.01.2025 30:27

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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 17.01.2025 30:18

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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 08.01.2025 51:44

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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. 03.01.2025 35:28

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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 29.12.2024 36:24

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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!) 15.12.2024 28:24

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Ep 15. Q & A with Alex: Director of Expansion at AstroLabs - Helping businesses set up in Saudi. 09.12.2024 33:16

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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. 02.12.2024 37:12

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Ep 13. Q&A with Kate: Certified Sleep Physiologist and Coach on adapting to a relatively nocturnal life in Saudi. 23.11.2024 39:03

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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) 20.11.2024 46:24

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