Welcome to the first season of Delulu Diaries with Carmen and Michelle. Join us as we talk all things FRIENDSHIP — from how we met on Bumble, to what it’s like making friends in Sydney in our twenties.

00:00-Introduction

00:13-Why we started a podcast?

01:32-How we met?

04:44-First impressions

09:13-How our friendship has evolved

15:45-Is Sydney cliquey?

22:07-Difference between female and male friendships

26:09-Is it always platonic with male friends?

29:40-Girl and guy best friends

33:06-Friendship red flags

37:13-Deep vs casual friendships

38:53-Michelle's friendship green flags

40:05-Carmen's friendship green flags

41:54-We're not really strangers card game

43:59-What is Michelle most likely to walk out on a date because of?

46:33-Carmen's ideal first date

51:19-Who in Carmen's life drains her the most?

53:33-What has Carmen introduced Michelle to that she now loves?

55:23-How has the friendship changed Carmen for the better?

56:00-What does Michelle want Carmen to remember when she's having a hard time?

59:00-Closing episode

Hiya, Carms here ☺️

In this episode, we’re joined by our lovely friend Jules as we dive into all things travel, from the freedom of solo adventures to the ups and downs of travelling with partners or friends. We share our own stories, including those inevitable fallouts, and chat about our favourite places we’ve travelled to. Enjoyyy!

C x

00:00-Let's catch up

02:58-Recent travels

06:03-All things solo travelling

12:03-Travelling with partners

15:01-Memorable travel moments

18:07-Cultural observations & challenges

25:13-Confronting realities of travel

27:48-Is travelling a relationship test?

35:44-Friendship dynamics

43:04-Platonic travel: can men & women just be friends?

48:16-Reflections

Hi friends! In today's episode, I open up about the hard time that I've been having lately. Sharing this with Carmen has helped lift a weight off my shoulders and reminded me how important it is to lean on your support system. Join us as we talk about our mental health, how to get through a difficult time, our experiences with therapy, and the importance of a support system.

With love,

 M x

0:00-Struggling with Identity and Change

4:30-Advice for Hard Times

9:27-Editors Note

10:42-Needing Therapy

15:34-The Healing Power of Friendship

18:57-Coping Mechanisms

21:56-Support Systems

25:46-Gratitude & Closing Thoughts

Hii! Carms here ☺️

In this episode, Mich and I get real about relationship boundaries - what's healthy, what's toxic and what's just straight up controlling. We've definitely learnt the hard way, and we're opening up about our own experiences and how we're learning to navigate those tough BUT also necessary convos.

From setting standards to spotting red flags, we discuss why boundaries are so important!! Not just to protect your relationship, but yourself too.

0:00-Balancing alone time

6:01-Can you have TOO much time together?

8:17-Updates & sharing locations

10:35-Toxic tracking skills

12:56-iCloud hacking!?

13:48-Sharing passwords

15:56-Suspicious apps!

16:35-Navigating past trauma

19:47-Going on your partner's phone

21:56-Meeting on a dating app is different

22:43-Our red flags

Hi everyone!! Carmen & I are back and ready to yap our way through the year. In today's episode, we reflect on our New Year's resolutions; recap our adventures in Vietnam, Thailand, and Vegas; and chat about how much our lives have changed in the last year. I hope you enjoy! Next episode coming in two weeks.

M x

0:00-Reflecting on our resolutions

5:45-This year vs last year

8:58-Travel Adventures

11:41-Elevator HORROR Story

14:11-EDC Thailand Review

15:31-Watch out for the Edibles

17:33-Vegas Vibes

19:51-Thoughts on Americans?

22:47-We Got Kicked Out!?

23:37-Next Travel Plans

25:08-Frontal Lobe Development

In the final episode of 2024, Carmen and Michelle look back on the year, sharing their highlights, lowlights, and biggest lessons learned. They dive into their resolutions for 2025, strategies for achieving them, and discuss if New Year’s resolutions actually work. Plus, they reveal their personal themes for the year ahead, what’s in and out for 2025, and their exciting goals for Delulu Diaries in the new year!

00:00-Intro

00:55-Year Highlights

03:16-Carmen's Review of Korea

04:09-Year Lowlights

08:14-Lessons Learnt

11:26-Next Year's Resolutions

14:19-Strategies to Achieve Your Resolutions

19:51-Do NY Resolutions Work?

21:58-Our Themes For 2025

24:23-2025 In's & Out's

29:10-Learnings From Delulu Diaries

31:16-Delulu Diaries 2025 Goals

In this heartfelt episode of Delulu Diaries, Michelle and Carmen dive into the complexities of HEARTBREAK. From navigating friendship breakups to escaping toxic relationships, they share their personal stories and hard-earned lessons. They also break down the do’s and don’ts of healing, offering advice for anyone going through it. Whether you’re mending a broken heart or just want to reflect, this episode is for you.

Tune in as Carmen and Michelle chat with special guest Allen (@allenincabra | Tiktok & IG)! Known for his updates on Cabramatta and relatable dating content, Allen opens up about life as a social media creator in his community, dealing with recognition, navigating the struggles of dating, and the journey to launching his skincare brand. Join us for this fun and candid chat!

In this special episode of Delulu Diaries, Carmen and Michelle celebrate their friendship anniversary by baking a cake and spilling all the tea about their bond. From first impressions and favorite memories to their biggest beef, nothing is off-limits. Watch until the end for the ultimate cake reveal!

00:00-Let's bake a cake

01:42-Friendship evolution

03:47-First impressions vs now

08:02-Carmen & Michelle's BEEF

11:13-What does Michelle want to tell Carmen?

14:17-Learnings from our friendship

17:02-Carmen's ICKY behaviour

19:46-Favourite things about each other

22:29-Favourite memories

25:47-Future predictions

26:14-Cake reveal & wishes