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Saudi Life: Unpacked

Lily Moffatt & Frankie Hilton
Saudi Arabia
Expat Life
Jeddah
Riyadh
Vision 2030
Ramadan
Parenting
Dubai
Australia
Community Support
Healthcare
Alula
Childbirth
Community Building
HOMEGROWN
Expatriate Life
Red Sea
Pregnancy
Family Life
Eid

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 dynami... more

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Latest Episodes

You can visit Saudi’s Red Sea - and still have no idea how big it really is.

In this episode of Saudi Life: Unpacked, Frankie and Lily sit down with Olly from The Red Sea to unpack what’s really happening behind one of the world’s most ambitious tou... more

You can live in Saudi for years - and still never experience this.

What if the most authentic way to understand Saudi Arabia isn’t through what you see, but through who you sit with?In this episode of Saudi Life: Unpacked, Frankie and Lily step ins... more

What is Saudi cuisine really like - and what should you expect when dining in Saudi Arabia?

In this episode of Saudi Life: Unpacked, Frankie and Lily head to Maiz restaurant in Bujairi Terrace for a special on-location episode, sitting down with Che... more

What is it really like to move to Saudi Arabia with children and can you actually travel to places like AlUla as a family?

In this episode of Saudi Life: Unpacked, Frankie and Lily are joined by two expat mums at different stages of their journey -... more

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Recent Guests

Fatima Oleyan
Hostess and Hi Home participant
Hi Home
Episode: Ep 81. What It’s Really Like Inside a Saudi Home (Hi Home Experience)
Elia Kaady
Chef at Mays restaurant in Bajeri Terrace, Lebanon-born chef working in Saudi Arabia
Mays restaurant
Episode: Ep 80. Exploring Saudi Food: Traditional Dishes, Modern Twists and Eid Feasts with Chef Elia Kaady
Izzy (IzzyOfficial)
Speaker focused on archaeology, motorsport, and travel in Saudi Arabia
Independent researcher and content creator
Episode: Ep 78. Traveling Saudi Arabia: Beyond the Resorts and Uncovering Hidden Gems with Izabella Rekiel
Dani in KSA
Dani in KSA, a luxury media brand owner and mother of four, who is married to a Saudi man
Dani in KSA / The Edit Magazine
Episode: Ep 76. Expat Life in Saudi Arabia, Motherhood & Identity with Dani in KSA
Thomas Staunton
Australian luxury tourism expert and consultant
Strategy management consulting firm in Saudi Arabia
Episode: Ep 75. Luxury Travel, Vision 2030 and the Future of Tourism in Saudi with Thomas Staunton
Ruba Tursun
Saudi model, influencer, content creator and mother
Self-employed (model/content creator)
Episode: Ep 74. A Mum & daughter duo; Navigating Culture, Family & Identity in Saudi Arabia with Ruba Tursun, and Dr. Rihab Alsaeed.
Dr. Rihab Salim
Marriage and family therapy consultant; adjunct professor
ASP RS by AdKarama; Al Faisal University
Episode: Ep 74. A Mum & daughter duo; Navigating Culture, Family & Identity in Saudi Arabia with Ruba Tursun, and Dr. Rihab Alsaeed.
Fatimah Abusrair
Tour guide, communication consultant, and founder of tip-based tours in Riyadh
Tip-based tours in Riyadh
Episode: Ep 72. Exploring Riyadh’s History & Culture Through a Local Lens with Fatimah Abusrair
Aida Murad
An artist and author, known for her intuitive artwork and motivational story of overcoming health challenges.
St. Regis
Episode: Ep 71. From Paralysis to Purpose: An Artist’s Inspiring Journey in Saudi Arabia with Aida Murad

Hosts

Frankie
Host of the show, often co-hosts with Lily and discusses expat life in Saudi Arabia.
Lily
Co-host focusing on expat experiences and community in Saudi Arabia.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 66 ratings
  • Informative

    Thanks for the informative podcast on SLS I am travelling there this weekend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Little scone
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Hello

    My favorite radio! Been listening to it for a very long time the school run is the best! But I suggest you add more songs.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bateel🩰🫧
    Saudi Arabia3 months ago
  • Interesting listen

    I enjoy this podcast and like hearing insights into SA. Lily I think is a great host and offers a really balanced view. Frankie I find annoying sometimes- I feel she’s so strongly defending her families choice to live in Saudi that she isn’t able to give an objective opinion. When anyone mentions the UK she’s very negative and sneers at the differences and it’s made me nervous to move to Saudi that everyone will be the same!

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    BP18375
    United Kingdom10 months ago
  • Eased my mind

    Last year as hubby and I spoke about moving to Riyadh for his job, the search for all the questions and concerns, not only from myself - but from family and friends were answered here immediately. Not only did the conversations set my mind at ease about moving our 3 kids there- but excited me beyond belief. This podcast continues to inspire me to build the life of our dreams and can’t wait to join my husband and explore this Saudi desert with an open mind! Thanks ladies!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alethea Dreyer
    Australiaa year ago
  • Boujee & day to day - Love it!

    Really enjoyed the episodes I’ve listened to so far, congratulation’s ladies. This is a through the looking glass spin on Riyadh. I feel assured my future move with my boys to join my husband isn’t as daunting 🫶🏻

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Molywright
    United Kingdoma year ago

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Listeners praise the candid, practical take on expat life.
Audiences appreciate guest diversity and real-world tips for navigating culture and work in the Kingdom.
Some listeners note bias in perspectives but still find the content useful for moving to Saudi Arabia.

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Ep 80. Exploring Saudi Food: Traditional Dishes, Modern Twists and Eid Feasts with Chef Elia Kaady
Q: When did you come to Saudi? Tell us your story. So did you train in Lebanon, you lived there, and then you came to Saudi for this job?
The guest explains starting in Lebanon in 2008, gaining experience with prominent chefs, and moving to Saudi Arabia after a decade in Lebanon, continuing through Corona and finally settling at Mays where they embraced Saudi cuisine.
Ep 75. Luxury Travel, Vision 2030 and the Future of Tourism in Saudi with Thomas Staunton
Q: What do you love most about day-to-day life in Saudi and how does that influence your work?
He highlights convenience, warmth of the Saudi people, strong local networks, and the opportunity to tell authentic Saudi stories through immersive cultural experiences, which in turn informs a more sustainable and locally grounded approach to luxury tourism.
Ep 67. What It’s Really Like Moving to Saudi as a Young Woman with Sharn Jaye
Q: What cultural differences have you noticed between Australia and Saudi Arabia?
Here, there is a much higher value placed on privacy and an emphasis on authenticity in media, unlike the tabloid culture of Australia.
Ep 67. What It’s Really Like Moving to Saudi as a Young Woman with Sharn Jaye
Q: What brought you to Saudi Arabia and what has your experience been like so far?
I moved to Saudi Arabia seeking new opportunities and found it to be a wild adjustment, but I have been embracing new experiences.
Ep 63. Saudi Women Changing the Narrative with Rawan Al-Turki: Photography, Culture & Life in Jeddah
Q: What kind of stories do you want to be telling next?
I wanted to show people the beauty of Saudi Arabia and the different stories that have not been told.

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The show centers on expat life in Saudi Arabia, exploring everyday realities, culture, travel, entrepreneurship, and personal growth through both host-led conversations and guest appearances. Recent episodes highlight artists, founders, journalists, photographers, and adventurous expats sharing practical tips, cultural insights, and personal journeys—from walking across the country to navigating Ramadan and family life as expatriates. The format often blends practical guidance with human-interest storytelling, offering a candid, upbeat, and community-driven take on life in the Kingdom. The show stands out for its accessible, first-person perspectives from both hosts and a rotating slate of guests who illuminate diverse experiences within Sa... more

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Recent guests on Saudi Life: Unpacked include:

1. Fatima Oleyan
2. Elia Kaady
3. Izzy (IzzyOfficial)
4. Dani in KSA
5. Thomas Staunton
6. Ruba Tursun
7. Dr. Rihab Salim
8. Fatimah Abusrair

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