Unpacked- with Anna & Emma
Emma Somerville & Anna Skorobogatowa
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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.
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Ep 26: Growing Up Globally A Teen’s Perspective on Diplomatic Life with Elina
In this special episode, we are joined by Elina, Anna’s daughter, who shares her perspective of growing up in a globally mobile diplomatic life. Through her experiences of moving between countries,…
Ep 25: Raising Teenagers Overseas Supporting Identity, Education and Belonging in Diplomatic Life
Raising teenagers comes with its own complexities wherever you are in the world. Doing so overseas adds another layer as young people navigate identity, friendships, education, and belonging across…
Ep 24: From Diplomat Child to Diplomat Spouse A Conversation with Shaden and the Story Behind Adam the Tiny Diplomat
In this special episode we are joined by Shaden, who has experienced diplomatic life from three unique perspectives. She grew up as a diplomat child, later became a diplomat spouse, and is now…
Ep 23: Raising Babies Overseas Building Support and Community in Diplomatic Life
Welcoming a baby is a life-changing experience wherever you are in the world. Doing so overseas can bring both beauty and challenge as you navigate early parenthood while being far from familiar…
Ep 22: Navigating Pregnancy Overseas Starting Your Parenting Journey in Diplomatic Life
We are beginning a new series on pregnancy and parenting in diplomatic life and in this first episode we start at the very beginning of the journey.Pregnancy can feel vulnerable and life-changing…
Ep 21: Making Your Career Work Overseas Practical Tools for Diplomatic Partners
Once the decision to move overseas has been made, a new question often follows quickly: how do I make this life work for me too? Wanting to support your partner does not mean you have to abandon your…
Ep 20: Anna’s Experience of Drawdown Navigating Crisis and Uncertainty in Diplomatic Life
Sometimes diplomatic life brings moments of sudden disruption when plans change overnight and stability disappears. Drawdowns can be one of the most challenging experiences for partners as…
Ep 19: Do I Give Up My Career to Go Overseas for My Partner?
One of the biggest and most emotionally complex questions partners face in this lifestyle is whether to put their own career on pause in order to move overseas. It is a question layered with…
Ep 18: Navigating Uncertainty and Control at Post From Arrival to Departure
Arriving at post often comes with a rush of adjustment, learning, and emotional overload. Just as things begin to feel familiar, the posting shifts again and new challenges emerge. By the time the…
Ep 17: From Bidding to Arrival- Choosing a Post Without All the Answers
One of the most challenging parts of diplomatic life is being asked to make life-shaping decisions long before you have the full picture. From bidding on posts to preparing for arrival, you’re often…
Ep 16: Living in the Waiting Room- Coping with Uncertainty & Last-Minute Change
Uncertainty is one of the hardest, and most invisible, parts of this lifestyle. Not knowing if a move will happen, when it will happen, or having plans change at the last minute can leave you feeling…
Ep 15: Our End-of-Year Wrap up – Pride, Gratitude & Lessons Learned
As the year closes, it’s tempting to jump straight into what’s next. But before we move forward, there’s so much value in pausing to honour the growth, challenges, and the victories that shaped your…
Ep 14: The Magic Formula for Thriving Abroad- A Special Conversation with Giulia
Some people seem to glow in this lifestyle, no matter the posting, the upheaval, or the uncertainty. Giulia is one of those people. With multiple relocations, drawdowns, representational roles,…
Ep 13: Finding Your People Abroad- Why Adult Friendships Are Hard & How to Build Them with Ease
Moving to a new country can make you feel like you’ve been dropped into someone else’s life overnight. In those early months, everything is unfamiliar and yet, one of the biggest determinants of your…
Ep 12: Staying Connected When You’re Far Apart- Nurturing Long-Distance Relationships
One of the hardest parts of diplomatic life is the distance it creates - not just from places, but from people. As you move from posting to posting, the friendships and family ties that once felt…
Ep 11: The Third Person in Your Relationship- When the Job Comes Home
In diplomatic life, there’s often a third presence in every relationship - the job. It doesn’t clock out at 5 p.m., it joins you at dinner, shapes your weekends, and sometimes even decides your plans…
Ep 10: When Is It Time to Stop Moving? When Constant Relocation No Longer Feels Right
In diplomatic life, this question can bubble under the surface for a long time and pops up every now and again. How much longer can we keep doing this? Whether it’s the desire to stay in one place,…
Ep 9: The Hidden Price of Dependence- Money, Power, and Partnership in Diplomatic Life
In diplomatic life, money often sits quietly in the background, tied up in allowances, benefits, and hard to reach systems that can leave one partner holding all the control. But financial dependency…
Ep 8: Inside the Bubble- Social Dependency and the Diplomatic Spouse
In diplomatic life, your social world often starts with your partner’s role: embassy events, official receptions, and colleagues who quickly become your default circle. But what happens when your…
Ep 7: The Diplomatic Reset- Routines, Independence, and Your “Real” New Year
As summer travel wraps up and school schedules kick in, September often feels like the real New Year for families. It’s a chance to reset, find your new routines, and reclaim a sense of independence…
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Unpacked- with Anna & Emma has published 26 episodes since July 2025, covering topics in Education, Relationships.
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