Unpacked- with Anna & Emma

By Emma Somerville & Anna Skorobogatowa

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Episodes: 26

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Unpacked with Anna & Emma is a podcast for diplomatic partners navigating a life in constant transition. Each episode dives into the real, unfiltered experiences behind global moves- from identity and purpose to the moments of doubt and quiet growth along the way.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re more than the supporting role or tired of shrinking to fit someone else’s story, this space is for you. We explore what it takes to feel grounded when life keeps shifting and how to start showing up fully, wherever you are in the world.


Episode Date
Ep 26: Growing Up Globally A Teen’s Perspective on Diplomatic Life with Elina
Jun 02, 2026
Ep 25: Raising Teenagers Overseas Supporting Identity, Education and Belonging in Diplomatic Life
May 19, 2026
Ep 24: From Diplomat Child to Diplomat Spouse A Conversation with Shaden and the Story Behind Adam the Tiny Diplomat
May 05, 2026
Ep 23: Raising Babies Overseas Building Support and Community in Diplomatic Life
Apr 21, 2026
Ep 22: Navigating Pregnancy Overseas Starting Your Parenting Journey in Diplomatic Life
Apr 07, 2026
Ep 21: Making Your Career Work Overseas Practical Tools for Diplomatic Partners
Mar 24, 2026
Ep 20: Anna’s Experience of Drawdown Navigating Crisis and Uncertainty in Diplomatic Life
Mar 10, 2026
Ep 19: Do I Give Up My Career to Go Overseas for My Partner?
Feb 24, 2026
Ep 18: Navigating Uncertainty and Control at Post From Arrival to Departure
Feb 10, 2026
Ep 17: From Bidding to Arrival- Choosing a Post Without All the Answers
Jan 27, 2026
Ep 16: Living in the Waiting Room- Coping with Uncertainty & Last-Minute Change
Jan 13, 2026
Ep 15: Our End-of-Year Wrap up – Pride, Gratitude & Lessons Learned
Dec 30, 2025
Ep 14: The Magic Formula for Thriving Abroad- A Special Conversation with Giulia
Dec 16, 2025
Ep 13: Finding Your People Abroad- Why Adult Friendships Are Hard & How to Build Them with Ease
Dec 02, 2025
Ep 12: Staying Connected When You’re Far Apart- Nurturing Long-Distance Relationships
Nov 18, 2025
Ep 11: The Third Person in Your Relationship- When the Job Comes Home
Nov 04, 2025
Ep 10: When Is It Time to Stop Moving? When Constant Relocation No Longer Feels Right
Oct 21, 2025
Ep 9: The Hidden Price of Dependence- Money, Power, and Partnership in Diplomatic Life
Oct 07, 2025
Ep 8: Inside the Bubble- Social Dependency and the Diplomatic Spouse
Sep 23, 2025
Ep 7: The Diplomatic Reset- Routines, Independence, and Your “Real” New Year
Sep 09, 2025
Ep 6: Are You Becoming More Dependent Than You Realise?
Aug 26, 2025
Ep 5: Reinvention & Portfolio Careers- What is My Purpose?
Aug 12, 2025
Ep 4: The Invisible Load that Partners Carry
Jul 28, 2025
Ep 3: Why Summer Feels So Hard- Navigating Transition Season
Jul 14, 2025
Pilot 2: Meet Emma — The Zestie Life
Jul 01, 2025
Pilot 1: Meet Anna — Not Just a Spouse
Jul 01, 2025