Bali Life Unfiltered

Bali Life Unfiltered

By Hannah Mardi and Michelle WoodhamSociety & CulturePlaces & Travel
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Bali Life Unfiltered episodes

  • What’s Actually Worth It? Beauty Treatments in Bali

    From $10 massages 💆‍♀️ to luxe facials ✨ that leave your skin glowing for days, Bali is the unexpected beauty capital of dreams 🌴 — but not without the occasional facial disaster.

    In this episode, we dive into our favorite spas 🧖‍♀️, aesthetic treatments 💉, and beauty rituals 💅 that make Bali so addictive.


    Whether you’re into botox, lymphatic drainage, vampire facials, or Russian manis 💅, we’re spilling where we go, what we love ❤️, and what we’d never do again.


    Some of the places we mention in this episode:

    Massage -

    • Spring Spa - https://www.springspa.com
    • Goldust - https://goldustspa.com
    • Koya Spa - http://koyaspabali.com


    Beauty -

    • Estetica Belle - https://www.esteticabelle.com
    • Trove Artistry - https://www.troveartistry.com
    • Jet Black Ginger - https://jetblackginger.com
    • Moii - https://moiiaesthetic.com
    • Jade Chen - https://jadechenclinic.com
    • Skin Studio - https://www.skinstudio.id
    • Rejuvie - https://rejuvieclinic.com


    Nails -

    • The Rustic Sun - https://therusticsunbali.com
    • Mynx - https://mynxemporium.com/



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    40 min
  • Only in Bali: The Chaos & Charm of Island Life

    Get ready for a wild ride through the charming and funniest “Only in Bali” moments!

    From motorbikes falling in slow motion into rice fields to failed yacht adventures, we’re sharing the hilarious moments of living in Bali.

    Join us as we talk about everything from customer service differences to Monkey mayhem!

    Tune in for the highs, lows, and hilarious moments that make Bali life unforgettable.


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    37 min
  • The Reality of Renting and Buying in Bali

    In Episode 7 of Bali Life Unfiltered, we dive deep into the real estate world of Bali!

    We’re talking about everything from finding your dream rental and dodging scams, to understanding leasehold vs freehold.

    We’ll also share hilarious (and painful) personal stories about mold, pests, and construction noise you don’t think about until it’s too late.

    If you’re planning a move to Bali — or just love hearing the behind-the-scenes of expat life — this episode is your essential guide.


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    42 min
  • The Reality of Being a Working Mum in Bali

    In this special episode, we welcome our very first guest to Bali Life Unfiltered - Caitlin, a music teacher and single mum who swapped life in the US and Abu Dhabi for the beaches and rice fields of Bali.

    We chat about her life teaching at an international school, the differences in global education, and what it’s really like raising a child as an expat on the island.

    She opens up about parenting, building community, embracing culture, and the everyday highs and lows of Bali life.

    If you’re a teacher, a parent, or just curious about living in Bali - this one’s for you!


    Here are a couple of the places we chatted about in the episode:

    Canggu Community School - https://www.ccsbali.com

    Heart of Bahasa - https://www.instagram.com/heartofbahasa/

    Intensity Lagree - https://www.instagram.com/intensitylagree/


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    49 min
  • Bali Buzz - April: Trending News, Island Gossip & What Everyone’s Talking About

    What’s really happening in Bali right now?

    In this week's episode of Bali Life Unfiltered, we unpack everything trending on the island — from the spiritual (Nyepi & Galungan) to the wild (great white shark sightings, lawsuits, and mega development projects).

    We cover our ideas behind the trash issue and Bali’s ambitious cleanup goals, the underground tunnel plans, Finn’s rumored shutdown, and a sneak peek at what’s to come in Nusa Penida and beyond.

    It’s your island update — honest, unfiltered, and packed with things you actually want to know.


    We're constantly inspired by the individuals and organisations here in Bali working to reduce plastic waste and protect this beautiful island.

    If you want to learn more or get involved, check out these amazing initiatives:

    - Sungai Watch: https://sungai.watch

    - Gary Bencheghib: https://www.instagram.com/garybencheghib/

    - Trash Heroes: https://www.instagram.com/trashhero_canggu/

    - Eco Bali Recycling: https://eco-bali.com


    Together, we can all be part of the solution 💚


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    39 min
  • Raising Kids in Bali: What It’s Really Like

    In this episode, we dive into the wild and wonderful world of raising kids in Bali.

    We chat about school choices, after-school activities, crazy kids parties, making new friends, and why Bali is one of the most family-friendly places on earth.

    You’ll also hear some hilarious parenting fails, like lost kids at Waterbom and full-volume tantrums outside school gates.

    Whether you're planning a move or just love a peek behind the palm trees — you’ll laugh, relate, and maybe even be inspired.


    And use our discount codes for when you are in Bali.

    Go-nanny (Use discount code UNFILTERED10 for 10% off)

    Bali Kidz Hire (Use discount code BKHUF10 for 10% off day rate hire)


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    1 hr 4 min
  • Our Ultimate Bali Guide – Restaurants, Cafés & Beach Clubs

    Looking for the best restaurants, cafés, and beach clubs in Bali? We’ve got you! This week, we break down our absolute favorite places to eat, drink, and party—old classics, new openings, and hidden gems.

    We also chat about how the Bali social scene has evolved, the types of people who live and visit here, and whether Bali nightlife played a part in our move.

    Plus, we play another fun round of This or That!


    Check out Bali Social Life on Instagram for the most up to date Inspo!


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    50 min
  • Three Years in Bali – The Reality of Island Life

    What’s life really like after three years in Bali?

    In this episode, we take you through our journey — We talk about the work we’ve done, the communities we’ve built, the crazy experiences we’ve had (hello Energy healing & Breathwork!), and how Bali has shaped us as people.

    If you’re curious about what long-term life in Bali is like, this episode is for you.


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    47 min
  • Why We Moved to Bali – The Real Story

    In our very first episode of Bali Life Unfiltered, we’re taking you behind the scenes of our big move to Bali!

    We share why we took the leap, the biggest challenges we faced, and what it was really like settling into island life.

    From housing struggles to riding scooters for the first time, we cover it all—including the unexpected joys that made it all worth it.

    If you’ve ever dreamed about living in Bali, this is the episode for you!


    You can Watch us on ⁠Youtube⁠

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    If you enjoyed today’s episode, share it with a friend and help us spread the buzz about life in Bali!


    41 min

About Bali Life Unfiltered

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Bali Life Unfiltered is a podcast about life in Bali — as it actually is.

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