Sara Agah Franti & Soulshine Bali Hosts -  Emma Vipond-Cooke & Karlie Cummins On this episode you get to meet the inspiring and amazing Sara Agah Franti, one of the Founders of Soulshine Bali. Soulshine is a leading retreat boutique hotel, with an amazing day club and restaurant. Along with her musician husband Micheal, the Franti’s are bringing the soul back into Bali stays and retreat experiences. They serve everything with a side of Rock n Roll, and making deep connections, doing things with purpose and having a good time is at the heart of everything they do. Soulshine Bali is an incredible space, and Sara talks us through how it came to be and what you can expect from spending some time there. If you’re thinking of running your own retreat - you need to listen to this episode. We loved this chat with Sara, someone who really loves Bali, who does things with purpose, and who is a genuine joy to be around. Find Sara here: Sara Agah Franti Soulshine Bali Do it for the Love Tush baby About Emma & Karlie Emma Vipond - Cooke is the Co Host of Bali Insiders Podcast and Founder of Long Table Events Bali. Emma has lived in Bali for the past 5 years with her Husband and now twin boys. Long Table Events is one of Bali’s leading Events Businesses specializing in creating bespoke Weddings and Corporate Events across the island. She has also just launched a new Mobile Events Bar Service called PALMS. Karlie Cummins is the Co Host of Bali Insiders and Founder of Bali Buddies - a digital Insider’s Guides to all things Bali and surrounds. She has called Bali home for the past 6 years, along with her husband and two teenage daughters. Karlie works with most of the resorts, restaurants and hospitality & tourism associations across Bali as part of her business. Find Bali Buddies here Find Long Table events here

Grill'd Bali is Australia’s favourite Burger Brand....and they opened their first ever International store in Seminyak, Bali.   On this episode of Bali Insiders we talk with Amy from Grill'd about both the challenges and triumphs of bringing an Aussie brand to the island.  Amy tells us why Grill'd chose Bali as their first International location, and how Seminyak is the first international venture for the company, but definitely not the last.  Have you ever thought of bringing your International brand to Bali?   Grill’d Seminyak is open 11am – 11pm Monday to Sunday   They offer their own delivery service through whats app +62 811-3999-716  or you can also find them on Gojek and Grab.   Find their store at Jalan Kaya Jati 3X just up from Seminyak Village.   Insta:  @grilldburgersbali  Facebook: Grill'd Bali About Emma & Karlie Emma Vipond - Cooke is the Co Host of Bali Insiders Podcast and Founder of Long Table Events Bali. Emma has lived in Bali for the past 5 years with her Husband and now twin boys. Long Table Events is one of Bali’s leading Events Businesses specialising in creating bespoke Weddings and Corporate Events across the island. She has also just launched a new Mobile Events Bar Service called PALMS. Karlie Cummins is the Co Host of Bali Insiders and Founder of Bali Buddies - a digital Insider’s Guides to all things Bali and surrounds. She has called Bali home for the past 6 years, along with her husband and two teenage daughters. Karlie works with most of the resorts, restaurants and hospitality & tourism associations across Bali as part of her business. Find Bali Buddies here Find Long Table events here

Hosts -  Emma Vipond-Cooke & Karlie Cummins There is no doubt that Marie and Jake are one of Bali’s (and the world’s) top Instagram couples. Their images and videos continually go viral and are shared across all digital channels. These two are far more than just gorgeous people that take a nice picture though, they are incredible entrepreneurs. In this episode you’ll not only hear the Marie & Jake story of how they met and how they rose to Instagram fame, but  you’ll get an insight into how they turned their community into several successful businesses (and how they are helping others to do the same!). This is an episode for anyone wanting to be inspired to break away from the 9-5 grind and create a lifestyle of freedom and creativity. Find Marie & Jake here: Mariefeandjakesnow Instagram MAJA CANGGU - Boutique Hotel BELAJAR Bali Hotel & Retreat Club Life Design - Online Academy Mirahmaja - Clothing Label About Emma & Karlie Emma Vipond - Cooke is the Co Host of Bali Insiders Podcast and Founder of Long Table Events Bali. Emma has lived in Bali for the past 5 years with her Husband and now twin boys. Long Table Events is one of Bali’s leading Events Businesses specializing in creating bespoke Weddings and Corporate Events across the island. She has also just launched a new Mobile Events Bar Service called PALMS. Karlie Cummins is the Co Host of Bali Insiders and Founder of Bali Buddies - a digital Insider’s Guides to all things Bali and surrounds. She has called Bali home for the past 6 years, along with her husband and two teenage daughters. Karlie works with most of the resorts, restaurants and hospitality & tourism associations across Bali as part of her business. Find Bali Buddies here Find Long Table events here

Podcast Title - Holly & Josh Job - Finding full time work in Bali Guest Title -  Emma Vipond-Cooke & Karlie Cummins About This Episode Ask on any of the Bali forums about finding full time employment in Bali and you'll nearly immediately be shot down with responders telling you it is almost impossible to find a job in Bali as a foreigner. While we agree that it is difficult to find employment in Bali (rather than opening your own business or living here as digital nomad), husband and wife duo Josh & Holly Job prove it is not impossible! This couple have live in Bali for years and worked for more than one employer during their time here. In this episode they us their Bali story and give their tips on how they got to be employed in Bali.  Find Holly & Josh here: Josh Job Instagram Holly Job Instagram Bistro Anwa Instagram Spa Anwa Instagram Alma Tapas Bar Instagram One Eyed Jack Instagram About Emma & Karlie Emma Vipond - Cooke is the Co Host of Bali Insiders Podcast and Founder of Long Table Events Bali. Emma has lived in Bali for the past 5 years with her Husband and now twin boys. Long Table Events is one of Bali’s leading Events Businesses specialising in creating bespoke Weddings and Corporate Events across the island. She has also just launched a new Mobile Events Bar Service called PALMS. Karlie Cummins is the Co Host of Bali Insiders and Founder of Bali Buddies - a digital Insider’s Guides to all things Bali and surrounds. She has called Bali home for the past 6 years, along with her husband and two teenage daughters. Karlie works with most of the resorts, restaurants and hospitality & tourism associations across Bali as part of her business. Find Emma Find Karlie Find Bali Buddies Find Long Table Events

Podcast Title - All about Bali Interiors Hosts -  Emma Vipond-Cooke & Karlie Cummins Guest -  Sheila Man About This Episode/Episode Descriptions On this episode we interview Sheila Man from Bali Interiors. Sheila and her family moved to Bali 6 years ago to have a break from city life. Once she got bored of the holiday life Sheila decided to start a blog on Interior design in Bali. Fast forward to now and Sheila has a booming business where she photographs villas and products all over Bali. She has also added a YouTube channel showcasing some of Bali’s most stunning villas to her business, and more recently she also started hosting Interior retreats. Sheila tells us her business and personal story, and tells us all about building her dream house in Bali (the good, the bad & the ugly!) Find Sheila here: Sheila’s Instagram  Bali Interiors Website About Emma & Karlie Emma Vipond - Cooke is the Co Host of Bali Insiders Podcast and Founder of Long Table Events Bali. Emma has lived in Bali for the past 5 years with her Husband and now twin boys. Long Table Events is one of Bali’s leading Events Businesses specialising in creating bespoke Weddings and Corporate Events across the island. She has also just launched a new Mobile Events Bar Service called PALMS. Karlie Cummins is the Co Host of Bali Insiders and Founder of Bali Buddies - a digital Insider’s Guides to all things Bali and surrounds. She has called Bali home for the past 6 years, along with her husband and two teenage daughters. Karlie works with most of the resorts, restaurants and hospitality & tourism associations across Bali as part of her business. Find Bali Buddies & Long Table Events longtableevents.com balibuddies.com Watch this on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/2LhXeOiH3yU

After a short break, Bali Insiders is back, bigger and better!  Now that "Bali is Back" and we are back 100% to our real jobs....we had some serious decisions to make about the future of the podcast. Do we go back to our pre-pandemic lives and stop recording? Or do we get bigger and better? Spoiler alert - we are here to stay AND we have a brand new home at Lighthouse Studios Bali...we’ve added video to our podcast!  Be sure to check out our new Bali Insiders YouTube channel here!! In this episode we give you an update on what to expect from our new look podcast and we tell you all about our new home at Lighthouse Studios. We also address all of the latest Bali visa questions about the digital nomad visa and the second home visa. Tune in to see why you need to subscribe to all of our channels, we have a lot coming up and we are excited to share it with you all! About Emma & Karlie Emma Vipond - Cooke is the Co Host of Bali Insiders Podcast and Founder of Long Table Events Bali. Emma has lived in Bali for the past 5 years with her Husband and now twin boys. Long Table Events is one of Bali’s leading Events Businesses specialising in creating bespoke Weddings and Corporate Events across the island. She has also just launched a new Mobile Events Bar Service called PALMS. Emma's Instagram Karlie Cummins is the Co Host of Bali Insiders and Founder of Bali Buddies - a digital Insider’s Guides to all things Bali and surrounds. She has called Bali home for the past 6 years, along with her husband and two teenage daughters. Karlie works with most of the resorts, restaurants and hospitality & tourism associations across Bali as part of her business. Karlie's Instagram Connect with us here: Bali Insider's Insgram Bali Insider's Facebook Bali Insider's Youtube Lighthouse Studios Bali Long Table Events Bali Buddies

BALI INSIDERS SHOW NOTES In this episode of Bali Insiders, Em is in the hot seat talking all things Weddings and Events in Bali. Essentially a Bali Insiders episode, Em & Karlie discuss some of the questions around this topic that have been coming through from listeners, while Em explains the ins and outs of what it takes to put together a Wedding or Event in Bali and shares insider and expert knowledge that is vital if you’re planning an event on our beautiful Island. CREDITS Hosts: Emma Vipond-Cooke and Karlie Cummins Episode Sponsor - Long Table Events  Guest: Emma Vipond - Cooke Instagram : Long Table Events / LTE BAR Instagram: @baliinsiders Facebook: Bali Insiders ABOUT Bali Insiders is brought to you by Emma Vipond-Cooke and Karlie Cummins. A podcast bringing you the insider tips and what’s REALLY happening on the World’s Favourite Island. You can also expect chats from Bali’s movers & shakers and those doing amazing things on our beautiful Island home.

BALI INSIDERS SHOW NOTES One of the biggest questions we get asked from listeners is “How do we make the move to Bali?” Well in this episode we chat with Simone Collins from Our Year in Bali. Simone is a relocation specialist helping people and in particular Families make the move to Bali. Simone also shares with us her own personal story of how she and her young Family decided to make the move to Bali to do a 12 month Gap year that turned into a 2 year stay and ultimately her now business. CREDITS Hosts: Emma Vipond-Cooke and Karlie Cummins Episode Sponsor - Bali Buddies Guest: Simone Collins Our Year In Bali Website Our Year in Bali Instagram Link to free 30 minute consultation with Simone Instagram: @baliinsiders Facebook: Bali Insiders ABOUT Bali Insiders is brought to you by Emma Vipond-Cooke and Karlie Cummins. A podcast bringing you the insider tips and what’s REALLY happening on the World’s Favourite Island. You can also expect chats from Bali’s movers & shakers and those doing amazing things on our beautiful Island home.

BALI INSIDERS SHOW NOTES In Season 3, Episode 4, we interview Louise Millroy, Owner and Entrepreneur extraordinaire of the super successful co-working space, Kinship Studios. With the incredible rise of remote work globally and particularly in Bali, Louise has embraced this movement to create an incredible community of like minded people. We chat about how covid impacted the studio and the initiatives she put in place to make sure Kinship survived but also the responsibility she felt around looking after the community she had built. For anyone with the opportunity to work remotely this is a great episode! CREDITS Hosts: Emma Vipond-Cooke and Karlie Cummins Episode Sponsor - Covermore Travel Insurance Guest - Louise Millroy owner of Kinship Studio Bali @bar.souvenir @kinshipstudiobali @baliphotostudio Instagram: @baliinsiders Facebook: Bali Insiders

BALI INSIDERS SHOW NOTES In episode 3 of season 3 of Bali Insiders we speak with Jasper Manifold, the owner of the iconic Seminyak restaurant  Merah Putih. We speak with Jasper on the eve of the re-opening of Merah Putih after being closed for the past 2.5 years. We chatted about how the idea of a high end Indonesian restaurant came about and its overnight success when it first opened back in 2013. Merah Putih is reopening quite significantly on 17th August 2022, Indonesia’s Independence Day and we talk a little bit about the History of Indonesia becoming independent from the Dutch in 1945. A great and exciting episode about business in Bali really starting to make a comeback! CREDITS Hosts: Emma Vipond-Cooke and Karlie Cummins Episode Sponsor - Grab Superapp Guest: Jasper Manifold Merah Putih Restaurant Bali @merahputihbali Instagram: @baliinsiders Facebook: Bali Insiders

BALI INSIDERS SHOW NOTES In episode 2 of season 3 of Bali Insiders we speak with Tess Keddie, the absolute powerhouse & creative genius of the super cool Cali Villas in Canggu. We discuss her and her partner Tim’s experience of purchasing land and building boutique villas in Bali. Tess & Tim also had the added stress of doing this all from Australia as the pandemic prevented them from being in Bali. The result is some ultra cool and unique villas that are now booked out until 2023! For anyone considering purchasing and building in Bali, this one is definitely worth a listen. We also answer one of our favourite listener questions so far, share some travel updates & give a shoutout to our weekly charity! CREDITS Hosts: Emma Vipond-Cooke and Karlie Cummins Episode Sponsor - Away Bali Legian Resort Guest: Tess Keddie The Cali Villas Instagram: @baliinsiders Facebook: Bali Insiders Charity : Bali Street Mums ABOUT Bali Insiders is brought to you by Emma Vipond-Cooke and Karlie Cummins. A podcast bringing you the insider tips and what’s REALLY happening on the World’s Favourite Island. You can also expect chats from Bali’s movers & shakers and those doing amazing things on our beautiful Island home.

BALI INSIDERS SHOW NOTES We are BACK!!  So many of you have been asking “when’s the next episode dropping” “what’s happening with the podcast?”. Well we are here to tell you that we are back and more excited than ever! In this episode Karlie interviews Em about making the trip back to Bali with her Family. We chat through all the different processes from booking flights, insurance & pre departure PCR tests to what it’s like when landing in Bali, the process at the airport and what you need to have prepared. We dive a little deeper into Em’s experience and thoughts on returning to Bali after 2 years away and what it’s been like to set up life again on our beautiful island home. CREDITS Hosts: Emma Vipond-Cooke and Karlie Cummins Episode Sponsor - Grab App Instagram: @baliinsiders Facebook: Bali Insiders Charity : Bras for Bali

In episode 5 of season 2 of Bali Insiders, Em & Karlie bring you another Bali Insiders tips episode, delving deep and answering all of your questions that have been coming through on all things cosmetic & beauty treatments in Bali. From dentistry, botox & laser hair removal to cosmetic tattooing, Em & Karlie discuss their own experiences with treatments and what to expect if you are thinking about having any of these done on your next Bali Holiday. CREDITS Hosts: Emma Vipond-Cooke and Karlie Cummings Episode Sponsor - GRAB Instagram: @baliinsiders Facebook: Bali Insiders Charity : Our Bali Your Bali ABOUT Bali Insiders is brought to you by Emma Vipond-Cooke and Karlie Cummins. A weekly podcast bringing you the insider tips and what’s REALLY happening on the World’s Favourite Island. You can also expect chats from Bali’s movers & shakers and those doing amazing things on our beautiful Island home.

BALI INSIDERS SHOW NOTES In Season 2 Episode 4 of Bali Insiders we talk to Lynley Le Grand, owner of The Corner House Bali and 2002 Bali Bombings Survivor. Lynley shares with us her incredible story of being a starry eyed 22 year old, who had just completed University and travelled to Bali to start her own import export business. She travelled on her own but met up with a friend from Australia that fateful night and they headed off to Paddies Night club. Within 20 minutes of them arriving a man with a back pack walked in and set off a bomb. The unbelievable story that follows is what nightmares are made of. However this horrific experience could not destroy the love that Lynley had for Bali and she returned many times before her and her Husband made the decision to move their Family to the Island to live permanently where they now run the successful Corner House Bali in Seminyak. Lynley was incredibly generous to share her experience with us and we really hope you enjoy this episode. CREDITS Hosts: Emma Vipond-Cooke and Karlie Cummins Episode Sponsor - The Corner House Bali Guest: Lynley Le Grand Instagram: @baliinsiders Facebook: Bali Insiders Charity - Feed Bali ABOUT Bali Insiders is brought to you by Emma Vipond-Cooke and Karlie Cummins. A weekly podcast bringing you the insider tips and what’s REALLY happening on the World’s Favourite Island. You can also expect chats from Bali’s movers & shakers and those doing amazing things on our beautiful Island home.

BALI INSIDERS SHOW NOTES In Episode 3, Season 2 of Bali Insiders we talk to Feby Jabrik. Feby is our very first (of many) Balinese guests on the Podcast. She shares with us all about her upbringing in Bali and the beautiful cultural values that were instilled in her as a child that she lives by today. Feby & her Husband Tipi are forces to be reckoned with, with multiple businesses including restaurants, Hotels and surf brands all focussed around health & wellbeing, Feby is a serious Boss Lady and an entrepreneurial inspiration. Such a beautiful chat, we hope you enjoy! CREDITS Hosts: Emma Vipond-Cooke and Karlie Cummins Episode Sponsor - Long Table Events Guest: Feby Jabrik Good Mantra Bali Kosta House Matanari Bali The Ubud Village Instagram: @baliinsiders Facebook: Bali Insiders Charity : BAWA - Bali Animal Welfare Association ABOUT Bali Insiders is brought to you by Emma Vipond-Cooke and Karlie Cummins. A weekly podcast bringing you the insider tips and what’s REALLY happening on the World’s Favourite Island. You can also expect chats from Bali’s movers & shakers and those doing amazing things on our beautiful Island home.

BALI INSIDERS SHOW NOTES In episode 2 of season 2 of Bali Insiders we talk to Camilla Gobourn. We discuss her amazing nomadic lifestyle, living between the UK and Bali. She shares how she was inspired by the co-work/side hustle movement in Bali when she first arrived and how it prompted her to start her own jewellery business, Cantik by Camilla. We talk all things starting a label/brand in Bali, some of the challenges we’ve all faced (Yep, who doesn’t move to Bali and not have a fashion brand!!!) and discuss some top tips if visiting or moving to the Island!! We also answer one of our favourite listener questions so far, share some travel updates & give a shoutout to our weekly charity! CREDITS Hosts: Emma Vipond-Cooke and Karlie Cummins Episode Sponsor - The Edge Bali Guest: Camilla Gobourn Camilla’s Jewellery Brand - Cantik by Camilla Website Instagram: @baliinsiders Facebook: Bali Insiders Charity : Crisis Kitchen ABOUT Bali Insiders is brought to you by Emma Vipond-Cooke and Karlie Cummins. A weekly podcast bringing you the insider tips and what’s REALLY happening on the World’s Favourite Island. You can also expect chats from Bali’s movers & shakers and those doing amazing things on our beautiful Island home.

BALI INSIDERS SHOW NOTES We’re back! Welcome to Season 2 of Bali Insiders!  We are so excited to be back and talking all things Bali in 2022. In this episode Em and Karlie give a travel update on where things are at and potentially what 2022 is going to look like for those wanting to visit their favourite island. We have an in-depth discussion around some of the listener questions that came through on the BI Socials (all about areas of Bali & cost of living in Bali), and of course our regular shout out to an amazing charity. We hope you enjoy! CREDITS Hosts: Emma Vipond-Cooke and Karlie Cummins Episode Sponsor - Wise Instagram: @baliinsiders Facebook: Bali Insiders Article - Cost of living in Bali  Episode Charity - Let’s Help Bali ABOUT Bali Insiders is brought to you by Emma Vipond-Cooke and Karlie Cummins. A weekly podcast bringing you the insider tips and what’s REALLY happening on the World’s Favourite Island. You can also expect chats from Bali’s movers & shakers and those doing amazing things on our beautiful Island home.

BALI INSIDERS SHOW NOTES In Episode 5 of Bali Insiders Em & Karlie bring you their Insider tips on the apps they use to make their life on the island easier & more efficient. Every 4th Episode Em and Karlie will be bringing you an “Insiders” episode where they will share different things about the island that you may not know about. In this fist “Insiders” episode, the girls chat about the apps that make their time in Bali (and hopefully now yours) easier and more convenient! CREDITS Hosts: Emma Vipond-Cooke and Karlie Cummins Instagram: @baliinsiders Facebook: Bali Insiders Episode Sponsor : Express VPN Whatsapp (download app on phone) GRAB GOJEK (download app on phone) Happy Fresh Shopee Tokopedia Trevo ABOUT Bali Insiders is brought to you by Emma Vipond-Cooke and Karlie Cummins. A weekly podcast bringing you the insider tips and what’s REALLY happening on the World’s Favourite Island. You can also expect chats from Bali’s movers & shakers and those doing amazing things on our beautiful Island home.

In Episode 4 of Bali Insiders we talk to Sophie Jay, the founder of The Coconut Hut on the gorgeous island of Nusa Lembongan. Sophie is a true Entrepreneur and free spirit! She shares how being open and receptive to opportunities has led her to where she is today, from Melbourne to Bali to Nusa Lembongan where she runs multiple businesses. Her story of how she survived the pandemic while being isolated on a tiny island and during that time created jobs for the locals and a purpose for the community is truly inspirational. We also answer listener questions and give our weekly shoutout to a charity that has been doing wonderful things during the pandemic. CREDITS Hosts: Emma Vipond-Cooke and Karlie Cummins Episode Sponsor - The Lembongan Traveller Guest: Sophie Jay - The Coconut Hut, The Little Coconut, Coconut Catering Instagram: @baliinsiders Facebook: Bali Insiders Charity - Love for Lembongan Bali Legals - Website AeroConnect - Link ABOUT Bali Insiders is brought to you by Emma Vipond-Cooke and Karlie Cummings. A weekly podcast bringing you the insider tips and what’s REALLY happening on the World’s Favourite Island. You can also expect chats from Bali’s movers & shakers and those doing amazing things on our beautiful Island home.

In Episode 3 of Bali Insiders we talk to Shae Macnamara the founder of Expat Coffee Roasters. If you have been to Bali recently and you drink coffee, there is no doubt that you have sipped on a cup of Expat Coffee. Expat Coffee Roasters is Bali’s most recognised coffee brand and Shae leads a team of talented baristas, roasters and servers with the vision of providing world class coffee in Indonesia. We chat with Shae about what led him to Bali, how he started his business here and his plans to expand into Indonesia and beyond. We also answer listener questions, share some travel updates & introduce a new segment giving a weekly shout out to an amazing person or charity who has made an impact on the Island over the past 2 years. CREDITS Hosts: Emma Vipond-Cooke and Karlie Cummins Episode Sponsor - Indigo Kids - Discount Code “balibuddies30” Guest: Shae Macnamara - Expat Roasters & Instagram Instagram: @baliinsiders Facebook: Bali Insiders Scholars of Sustenance TRAVEL UPDATE - From 3rd December at 00:01 all arriving (Foreigners & Indonesian Citizens) passengers into Indonesia will now have to quarantine for 10 days (10 x 24 hours) an increase from the previous 7 days ( 7 x 24 hours). Foreigners from the following countries CANNOT enter Indonesia; South Africa, Botswana, Namibia, Zimbabwe, Lesotho, Mozambique, Eswatini, Malawi, Angola, Zambia & Hong Kong. For updates please follow @ditjen_imigrasi or @balivisas and @aeroconnectapp have regular updates in English. ABOUT Bali Insiders is brought to you by Emma Vipond-Cooke and Karlie Cummings. A weekly podcast bringing you the insider tips and what’s REALLY happening on the World’s Favourite Island. You can also expect chats from Bali’s movers & shakers and those doing amazing things on our beautiful Island home.