Suddenly Thirty

In this week’s episode, Emily and Lilli share how TikTok has profoundly changed their lives in unexpected and positive ways. The girls chat about how the platform has influenced their personal style, sharing the fashion trends and styling tips they’ve learned and incorporated into their everyday lives. They reflect on how TikTok has not only provided fun and creativity, but has also impacted their...

In this weeks episode, Emily shares the story of one of the most life-changing experiences of her life – the birth to her daughter, Posie. She shares the raw and real story of her journey into motherhood, from the final days of pregnancy to those first precious moments after birth. Emily reflects on the naivety of not knowing whether she was in labour, her decision to have a medicated birth and th...

Welcome back, Dirty Girls, to the very first episode of the year. We have missed you! The girls are kicking off 2025 with a bang and a serious dose of chicness. This week, they are sharing their list of things they are doing to make the year chic, sophisticated and a little bit rogue. From fashion and homewares to little luxuries and intentional habits, the girls are all about curating a lifestyle...

In this week’s episode, the girls are continuing to embrace the festive spirit. Emily’s feeling refreshed and ready for the rest of the silly season after a dreamy weekend at The Calile, while Lilli comes through with a linen cupboard hack that will change your life (yes, really!). The girls catch up on the last week and have their usual whinge about life’s little annoyances. They share their late...

In this week’s episode, Emily and Lilli take a fun look back at 2024 in the best way possible — with The Dirty Girl Awards! From their biggest icks and trends that seriously need to die, to their most-worn wardrobe staples and the ultimate anthem of the year, they’re dishing out awards in the most chic, sophisticated and rogue categories. Before diving into the awards, they catch up on the week th...

The girls opened up a question box on their Instagram stories and invited you to ask them anything. So in this week’s episode, the girls answer all your burning questions about fashion, Christmas, travel plans and more! But first, the girls catch up on what they’ve been up to including Lilli’s bridesmaid debut and another bout of sickness in Emily’s household. Part 1 of our Christmas Gift Guide is...

In this week’s episode, Lilli and Emily are going back to basics with a classic catch up episode that they know the Dirty Girls love. In this chat, the girls dive into all the things that make us tick lately: current ins and outs, what’s on their wishlists and the things they’ve been up to. It's a catch up with your best friend kind of episode, and we hope it brings some joy to your week! Part 1 o...

In this week’s episode, Lilli and Emily are joined by Annie – naturopath and co-founder of Nunie, a sexual wellness brand. Together, they dive deep into the wellness industry, exploring actionable steps to improve hormonal health, nurture your microbiome, and take charge of your overall well-being. The girls get into the nitty gritty of the wellness industry and learn actionable steps to improve h...

In this week’s episode, Emily and Lilli are back in full festive mode, bringing you everything you need for a chic, Suddenly Thirty-inspired Christmas. They’ll guide you through the essentials of choosing the perfect Christmas tree, followed by their sophisticated approach to decorating – think elegant lights and timeless baubles (no coloured lights or budget baubles here!). They also share their...

The most anticipated episode of the year to mark the most wonderful time of the year beginning… In this week’s episode of Suddenly Thirty, Emily and Lilli are bringing you all the festive season magic! They’re here to help you plan a chic and sophisticated Christmas, Suddenly Thirty-style. From their highly-anticipated annual gift guides to dreamy home decorating tips, they’re sharing everything y...

In this episode, the girls are joined by the incredible Laura Liles, founder of the beloved fashion brands Kinga Csilla and Ciao Ciao Vacation. As a mother of two and a creative powerhouse, Laura shares her journey of building a brand that is instantly recognisable and has stood the test of time. She dives deep into the realities of running your own business, the challenges she’s faced along the w...

In Episode 54, Emily and Lilli dive deep into the realities of trying to balance it all — family, career, friendships, exercise, self-care and more.. But what happens when life doesn’t let you fill every cup? Spoiler: not every cup needs to be filled at once, and that's perfectly okay. Emily and Lilli share their personal experiences, discuss the guilt that comes with trying to manage everything,...

Welcome back, Dirty Girls! After a big week of birthday celebrations and a wild hens weekend, Lilli and Emily are back and ready to dive into another incredible year with you! The girls recorded this week’s episode post a big weekend of hens celebrations for their bestie. They debrief about the weekend that was and share some very fun and wild hens games (BYO undies!). Despite the many drinks, Emi...

Happy Birthday to us!  One whole year of Suddenly Thirty – 52 episodes, 52 weeks, and a beautiful community of listeners from 47 different countries. We have had the time of our life with you all over the past year. We love this little community – thank you for joining us every week. In this very special episode, we catch up on the pod’s milestone birthday, chatting about the AFL grand final...

Back by popular demand but this time with a twist. This week, the girls bring you a hilarious list of 50 icks sent in by YOU, the Suddenly Thirty listeners (or should we say, Dirty Girls!?). Prepare to laugh, cringe and maybe even feel a bit called out…  Before getting into the icks, Lil and Em catch up on the week that’s been, including a very important debate on which days of the week are "...

In this week’s episode, Lilli and Emily dive into a thought-provoking conversation about the pressures and dynamics of being the eldest daughter. Does birth order truly shape who we are, or is it simply a societal myth? As eldest daughters themselves, the girls share personal stories and reflections, bringing a passionate and relatable perspective to the conversation. In the less chic and sophisti...

In this week’s episode, the girls catch up on all the things that have been on their mind this week. They chat about the moon landing conspiracies and whether it ever actually happened, their dream jury duty case, more gastro diaries (trigger warning) and what is in their wishlist. Then Lilli marks Emily’s upcoming 31st birthday with a round of questions reflecting on her 30th year and what she ha...

In this week’s episode, Lilli and Emily are sharing their thoughts on the impact of social media on their personal style. While the girls (obviously!) love social media, they have become more aware of the way algorithms are showing us what we love, appreciate and believe. However, with these algorithms, we are no longer exposed to the things that are outside our taste profile. So, has social media...

The girls are baaaaaaaaaaaaaaack! Sorry for the delay on this week’s episode and thanks for joining a day later than usual. In this week’s episode, unsurprisingly the girls are chatting all about travelling. Lilli divulges her thoughts on jetlag and her dismal experience with travelling via plane, and the girls chat all about why Airbnb is an out (bring back hotels!).  The girls catch up on t...

In this week’s episode, we had the pleasure of sitting down with Hanna Hardman, the founder of The Find Studio, to delve into her journey of building a successful fashion business and how she balances this with motherhood. Hanna tells all on how The Find Studio operates, what a typical day looks like for her, and the behind-the-scenes work that goes into finding the most sought after pieces for he...

In this week’s episode, the girls bring you what you love most – a fun little catch up! They dive into the latest beauty trends, debate the dos and don'ts of kissing etiquette, and share their secrets for hunting down the best Facebook Marketplace gems. As always, the shopping obsession is real, and they reveal this week’s must-have pieces (spoiler: a self-imposed shopping ban is needed!). Shop Li...

In this week's episode, the girls are talking about all things career pivots, recruitment and changing jobs. Transitioning to a new career can be a significant challenge, yet it also holds the possibility to bring personal growth and professional fulfilment. Emily opens up about her own experience of pivoting in her career, the motivation to make the change, and the process of embarking on a new c...

In today's episode, Lilli shares all on one of the most requested topics - the story of her first birth with daughter, Sloane, in 2020. From doing a hypnobirthing course, experiencing restless legs, birthing during Covid lockdowns and her top tips for managing contractions. Lilli shares her positive birthing experience and the moments that made it special. As always, the girls catch up and share t...

In Episode 42, the girls catch up on the week that has been. Lilli has been in the depths of sickness in her household and shares the moment she knew she had been hit by gastro. Emily went to a new salon for a haircut but let with much more than that and shares the nightmare story of her salon experience. As if dealing with sickness and a bad haircut wasn't enough, the girls dive into the third as...

In Episode 41, Lilli and Emily discover the postpartum experience they didn't know they needed. They have been reading lots about ‘Borne’ – Australia’s first luxury postpartum boutique hotel. The experience is about bringing the focus back to mothers after birth, ensuring they feel supported, cared for, and celebrated as they embark on the beautiful journey of expanding their families. It is an ex...