Winter sucks. But winter in London? It sucks even more. Today we go deep into what winter is really like in the UK, whether or not it's as bad as they say, and how you can keep yourself warm through a dark and freeeeezing season that seems to last for eight months. As per, I will recommend a secret spot and a place for a pint, before covering something nice, different and unusual that I learnt in my time in London. MUCH LOVE!
** This episode was recorded in April 2026 xx
1 Oct 2026
What will happen to your brain abroad? Managing mental health in London.
A heavier episode this week, but maybe the most important one to date! In this week's episode, I get into the nitty gritty of what makes living in London so tough on your mental health. While you've no doubt seen people's highlight reels, it's unlikely you've heard much about the isolation and low mood that can come with managing life abroad. Fear not though, in this episode I share some tools that helped me make it through, and flag what might show up for you so that you can feel as prepared as possible ahead of your move! A note too the audio quality is a bit off in this episode, so please forgive my many POPS - make to regular programming next week!
WE DISCUSS:
Bubala (https://bubala.co.uk/)
The French House (https://www.instagram.com/thefrenchhousesoho/?hl=en)
Scampi Fries (https://www.onestopbritishshop.com.au/products/scampi-fries?srsltid=AU7gw4W1GLOV1TQIHi2TptxdJAIVHBxnJbadowQG3DM0TpK1Szb9JS3Y)
E (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Efes_Beverage_Group)fes Beer (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Efes_Beverage_Group)
Coop salt + vinnies (https://www.coop.co.uk/products/co-op-irresistible-sea-salt-chardonnay-wine-vinegar-crisps-150g)
Waitrose tuna (https://www.waitrose.com/ecom/products/essential-msc-tuna-chunks-in-sunflower-oil/739927-457190-457191)
Manti (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Manti_(food))
17 Sept 2026
How to get more bang for your buck in London
Hello and welcome! This week we discuss how to manage your money in a city as expensive as London AKA money hacks from a self-professed tight arse who managed to live it up in London despite being on a dismal salary. Woe is me lads. PLUS! We chat the best Japanese sandos you will ever eat, and whether or not you'll find dandruff in your kettle. STRAP YOURSELF IN LUV ITS A WOOLY RIDE.
Pandora Sykes (https://www.instagram.com/pandorasykes/?hl=en)
Madeleine Grey (https://www.instagram.com/madeleine_gray_/?hl=en)
Babans naan (https://www.instagram.com/babans.naan/?hl=en)
Too good to go (https://www.toogoodtogo.com/en-au/surplus-food-marketplace?utm_medium=search&utm_medium=search&utm_source=google&utm_source=google&utm_campaign=au_b2b_paid_marketing_search_google_brand&utm_campaign=au_b2b_paid_marketing_search_google_brand&utm_term=too+good+to+go&utm_term=too+good+to+go&utm_content=166436562133&utm_content=166436562133&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=21629018361&gbraid=0AAAAA91VkV1CZmeowwyq3qLN3T5HOpxse&gclid=CjwKCAjwn67VBhBnEiwAXUIN1fbh9G3KyGrudEwaozuEIi6q4zfSY1vr-SbASkp7taQ1eCQP2wxonxoCzpoQAvD_BwE)
3 Sept 2026
The biggest culture shocks of moving to London
This week is all about unpacking the cultural quirks of living in London - some you will expect (they are funny!) others you may not (they don't care about Australia). As per, we discuss a stunning place for a Sunday stroll plus a pint to wash it all down, and I reveal the best tuna in the biz you need to have up your sleeve when living in London. Don't say I never get you anything!
THINGS WE DISCUSS:
Tuna (hubba hubba) (https://www.waitrose.com/ecom/products/essential-msc-tuna-chunks-in-sunflower-oil/666257-728732-728733)
Vic Park Market (https://victoriaparkmarket.com/)
People's Park Tavern (https://www.peoplesparktavern.pub/)
The mushroom man
Blacksheep Coffee
20 Aug 2026
How far behind will you fall if you move to London?
If you're still sitting on the fence about moving to London, there's a very good chance the thing holding you back is the idea of falling behind. If you move, what will become of your career? Your finances? Your friendships? It can feel like there's a lot at stake when you move your whole life to the other side of the world, but as we explore in today's episode, the huge strides forward you take will make the few steps back entirely worth it. THINGS WE DISCUSS: The Faltering Fullback G...
6 Aug 2026
How hard is it to make friends in London?
After a LONG fortnight the podcast is back, and dare I say, it is better than ever?!!?!?! This week, we discuss all things friendship in London - how to make friends, how to keep friends annnnd what happens to your friends back at home when you move to the other side of the globe. It's a chat full of fun, Karl Marx tangents, a justification for being friends with mostly Australians, and so much more. PLUS, London's Mecca equivalent you need to know, why it's important to speak to people at pa...
23 Jul 2026
How to make the most of travel opportunities from London
This week we discuss how to make the most out of Euro travel when you’re living in London. We cover everything from how to get more bang for your Ryan Air buck and why spontaneity gets you further than organisation, to what I did three years ago today and telling the difference between Goats Cheese and Goats Milk when you’re in Greece. Efharisto! THINGS WE DISCUSS: Monty Boooo Bezos! WISE Railcards Google Flights Pret! Bologna! Voxi Offline Maps The paradox of choice I am off next week, but...
16 Jul 2026
What to expect from summer in London
This week we crack the case on a summer in London, figuring out what exactly it is that makes the city so magical at this time of the year, how high the temperatures actually climb, and how to stay cool in a city that doesn't believe in aircon. Plus, the time I walked 45,000 steps at a music festival, mispronouncing the band Haim, and I cancel myself by asking if it would kill the staff at Sports Direct to smile. A ramble of an ep, but one I hope gets you hyped for your first UK summer. THING...
9 Jul 2026
What does the London lifestyle really look like?
You're moving to London but you're not totally sure what to expect - how often will you travel? How safe is it? Will you get touched by the ugly stick?! In today's episode, we interrogate these questions and more, helping you get a clearer picture of what your day-to-day in London will actually look like. Naturally, there is some insufferable chat about you being a LEGEND for taking the road less travelled and that being something you should be really proud of (even though approximately 10000...
2 Jul 2026
Finding a house in London (and choosing the right borough for your vibe)
Finding a home is another of the admin joys of moving to London. So where on earth do you start? Join me in today's episode as we discuss where to begin when it comes to finding housing, how much you are likely to pay, and which areas of London will best suit your vibe. PLACES WE DISCUSS: Gals who rent Aussies in London Xian Impression The Plimsoll New to Mind The Gap? SAME. Be my second follower on Instagram (mum is the first) at @mindthegap_poddy for show recaps, pub pics, and probably not...
25 Jun 2026
How to find work in London without losing your marbles
This week, we chat through the mistakes to avoid when it comes to finding work in London and ask some key questions like: Should you settle for a job that makes you sad? Is working for 40k AUD legal? Is it normal for it to take months to find a job despite having two degrees?!?! Plus, we chat a cheap and cheerful Dalston restaurant, a mediocre pub around the corner adored by Aussies, and the app you need if you don't understand what north is. HOUSE OF MOMO (VEG AND CHEESE PLS) ARMY AND NAV...
20 Jun 2026
The admin of moving to London
The boring bits I wish someone talked me through before heading abroad... This week we chat all things visas, the healthcare system, banking and budgeting, as well as what’s worth squeezing into your suitcase (and what you should leave at home) when you’re moving to the other side of the world. Plus, we chat the trendy park and pub MADE for people watching, a mind-blowing cultural difference involving potatoes, and how much cash you really need to get started in London. Oh and there’s about 3...
12 Jun 2026
The five things I wish someone told me before I moved to London
In our very first episode of Mind The Gap, we discuss the crucial things I wish someone told me before I moved to London! Is it really as cold as they say?! How much actually is rent? Are you more likely to find yourself, or lose your marbles?! PLUS, pizza delivery to pubs (!), taking photos of leaves, ranking supermarkets AND SO MUCH MORE! Strap yourself in for a jolly old time. Thanks so much for being here - let’s get you moving to London! PLACES WE DISCUSSED:...
4 Jun 2026
Your guide to moving to London. Welcome to Mind The Gap.
Welcome to Mind The Gap, your guide to moving to London. Having recently returned home after 2.5 years in London, I thought it was about time I shared my wisdom - and MANY mistakes - and unpacked everything you need to know about moving to the UK from Australia. Over this series, you'll learn the boring stuff, like how to get a visa, how the healthcare system works, and how to set yourself up to land a job when you arrive. You'll also learn the fun bits, like making friends, travel hacks, and...
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