Suddenly Thirty

Babies, Bricks and Big Feelings

A quick note before you listen: This episode includes discussion of pregnancy, birth and unexpected complications. If that’s not the right content for you at the moment, we encourage you to skip this episode. In this week’s episode of Suddenly Thirty, the girls are back after a four-week break and a lot has happened. Emily shares the story of welcoming her second daughter, who arrived unexpectedly at 37 weeks after she went to hospital to be checked when something didn’t feel quite right. She opens up about navigating a birth experience that looked very different to what she had expected, and the importance of listening to your body and trusting your instincts. They also dive into Lilli’s latest experiment with reducing the time she spends on her phone. After realising just how attached she’d become to countless apps and constant scrolling, she shares how using the Brick has helped her break old habits and be more intentional with the way she uses her phone. Plus, they chat postpartum wardrobes, adjusting to new seasons of life and all the big feelings that come with them. Follow us on Instagram @suddenlythirtypodcast [https://www.instagram.com/suddenlythirtypodcast] to stay up to date with what we’ve been up to, behind the scenes and future episodes. Subscribe to the Suddenly Thirty Substack [https://suddenlythirty.substack.com/] where we collate all the things we’ve been into this week and share them with you. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

We’re Loving Fashion Week, Jenni Kayne & 100% Humidity

This week, Emily and Lilli are diving into Australian Fashion Week — and everything that felt different about it this year. From the venue change and overall atmosphere to the street style, standout shows, and the branding moments that actually cut through, they unpack whether AFW still feels aspirational or if the energy has shifted completely. They chat about the aesthetics that dominated both on and off the runway, the brands that felt the most aligned and intentional. They're also very excited about the latest Business & Pleasure Co. x Jenni Kayne collaboration — why they love it and the continued rise of aspirational coastal luxury branding. Then they discuss Netflix’s The Crash — their thoughts on the series, what they found compelling, and the parts that left them asking...why!? To wrap, they debrief the Lilli's latest Bali holiday. Follow us on Instagram @suddenlythirtypodcast [https://www.instagram.com/suddenlythirtypodcast] to stay up to date with what we’ve been up to, behind the scenes and future episodes. Subscribe to the Suddenly Thirty Substack [https://suddenlythirty.substack.com/] where we collate all the things we’ve been into this week and share them with you. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

What We Loved, Hated & Added to Cart This Week

This week, Emily and Lilli are diving into style, spending, and the subtle shifts that come with this season of life — and honestly, it’s a mix of light and layered. They start with the Met Gala — the looks they loved, what felt overdone, the theatrics, and why some moments just aren’t hitting the way they used to. From there, it turns into a broader conversation about personal style right now: what they’re actually drawn to, what they’re buying, and whether those purchases are feeling considered or still a little impulsive. With Mother's Day around the corner, the conversation shifts into what actually makes them feel special this time of year — and spoiler: it’s not really about presents. They chat about the things that matter most, while also admitting they’d never say no to something on their wishlist! They also get into the reality of motherhood and the running commentary that seems to come with it — unsolicited advice, unnecessary comments, and the strange way everyone suddenly has an opinion on when you are in this phase of life. To wrap, they talk style, shopping, and the pieces they’ve been adding to their wardrobes lately — what they’re loving, what feels worth the spend, and how their style continues to evolve in this season of life. We hope you enjoy! Things the girls mention: * Maggie PJs [https://go.shopmy.us/p-56510814] * Sold out NYC sweatshirt [https://go.shopmy.us/p-56510785] Follow us on Instagram @suddenlythirtypodcast [https://www.instagram.com/suddenlythirtypodcast] to stay up to date with what we’ve been up to, behind the scenes and future episodes. Subscribe to the Suddenly Thirty Substack [https://suddenlythirty.substack.com/] where we collate all the things we’ve been into this week and share them with you. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Public Opinions, Hallelujah

This week, Emily and Lilli are diving into modern motherhood, media narratives, and the conversations that quietly set the standard — and honestly, it’s layered. They unpack the discourse around Margot Robbie and the idea that keeping motherhood private somehow reads as avoiding it. When did being a mother become something that needs to be publicly performed to be valid? And why does opting out of that feel so loaded? Then, a very different headline: Emma Grede and her “three-hour mum” comment. Is it a refreshingly honest take on ambition and trade-offs, or a version of motherhood that only works with a certain level of privilege? They get into why this one hit such a nerve. They also touch on the push for free period care — what’s actually happening in Australia, who it’s impacting, and why this conversation is less about “free products” and more about access, dignity, and the cost of living. Plus, a quick review of Strangers — nuanced, quietly unsettling, and the kind of book that lingers longer than you expect. And finally, they zoom out: motherhood as identity vs motherhood as one part of a much larger life. Why the balance still feels impossible to get right — and why women, somehow, are expected to do it perfectly anyway. Things the girls mention: * Bits Period [https://bitsperiod.com/]: making period care free * Strangers: A Memoir of Marriage by Belle Burden Follow us on Instagram @suddenlythirtypodcast [https://www.instagram.com/suddenlythirtypodcast] to stay up to date with what we’ve been up to, behind the scenes and future episodes. Subscribe to the Suddenly Thirty Substack [https://suddenlythirty.substack.com/] where we collate all the things we’ve been into this week and share them with you. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

iPods, Algorithms and Outfits

This week, Emily and Lilli are diving into the internet, the archives, and their wardrobes — and honestly, it’s a ride. They unpack the new Instagram feature that lets you manipulate your algorithm (yes, really) and what it means for how we consume content — and ourselves. Is this the beginning of a more intentional scroll, or are we just creating another reason to spend even more time on our phones? Then, a nostalgic detour: are iPods… back? From the chokehold of the iPod Classic to the growing craving for offline listening, they explore why old tech might just be the next best thing. Of course, they couldn’t not debrief Coachella 2026 — including the Justin Bieber moment. What’s going on, what are the vibes, and why does it feel like festivals aren’t about the music and experience anymore? And finally, Lilli shares her long-time love of Allison Bornstein [https://allisonbornstein.substack.com/] and how she’s implementing real changes to her wardrobe — shopping her own closet, building new outfits, and completely shifting how she gets dressed. It’s a thoughtful reset that’s genuinely changing the way she approaches style. Follow us on Instagram @suddenlythirtypodcast [https://www.instagram.com/suddenlythirtypodcast] to stay up to date with what we’ve been up to, behind the scenes and future episodes. Subscribe to the Suddenly Thirty Substack [https://suddenlythirty.substack.com/] where we collate all the things we’ve been into this week and share them with you. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.