Delulu Diaries

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 x00:00-Let's catch up02:58-Recent travels06:03-All things solo travelling12:03-Travelling with partners15:01-Memorable travel moments18:07-Cultural observations & challenges25:13-Confronting realities of travel27:48-Is travelling a relationship test?35:44-Friendship dynamics43:04-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 x0:00-Struggling with Identity and Change4:30-Advice for Hard Times9:27-Editors Note10:42-Needing Therapy15:34-The Healing Power of Friendship18:57-Coping Mechanisms21:56-Support Systems25:46-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 time6:01-Can you have TOO much time together?8:17-Updates & sharing locations10:35-Toxic tracking skills12:56-iCloud hacking!?13:48-Sharing passwords15:56-Suspicious apps!16:35-Navigating past trauma19:47-Going on your partner's phone21:56-Meeting on a dating app is different22:43-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 x0:00-Reflecting on our resolutions5:45-This year vs last year8:58-Travel Adventures11:41-Elevator HORROR Story14:11-EDC Thailand Review15:31-Watch out for the Edibles17:33-Vegas Vibes19:51-Thoughts on Americans?22:47-We Got Kicked Out!?23:37-Next Travel Plans25:08-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-Intro00:55-Year Highlights03:16-Carmen's Review of Korea04:09-Year Lowlights08:14-Lessons Learnt11:26-Next Year's Resolutions14:19-Strategies to Achieve Your Resolutions19:51-Do NY Resolutions Work?21:58-Our Themes For 202524:23-2025 In's & Out's29:10-Learnings From Delulu Diaries31:16-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!

This week on Delulu Diaries, Carmen and Michelle welcome a special guest—Jules, their close friend from Canada! Jules shares her journey of moving to Australia, the highs and lows of Aussie life, and how dating Down Under compares to back home. The trio also dives into ‘Dating Wrapped,’ breaking down their dating stats, best and worst dates, and messy situationships. It’s one you won’t want to miss!

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 cake01:42-Friendship evolution03:47-First impressions vs now08:02-Carmen & Michelle's BEEF11:13-What does Michelle want to tell Carmen?14:17-Learnings from our friendship17:02-Carmen's ICKY behaviour19:46-Favourite things about each other22:29-Favourite memories25:47-Future predictions26:14-Cake reveal & wishes

After an 8-week hiatus, Carmen and Michelle are back with a new episode of Delulu Diaries! They dive into their experience at Knockout, reflect on season 1, and share some personal updates—Carmen’s boxing journey and Michelle’s relationship status. Tune in for fresh start to Season 2!00:00-Knockout Review02:32-The Pit-Hot or Not?03:41-Thoughts on Hyperdome & Marlo5:38-The Crowd at KO7:46-Favourite/Least Favourite Sets10:04-Addressing Our KO Viral VIdeo13:38-Season 1 Reflection & Getting Views17:33-Having A Social Media Presence18:09-They should make mics more expensive21:47-Dating life updates23:42-Carmen's boxing era

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-Introduction00:13-Why we started a podcast?01:32-How we met?04:44-First impressions09:13-How our friendship has evolved 15:45-Is Sydney cliquey?22:07-Difference between female and male friendships26:09-Is it always platonic with male friends?29:40-Girl and guy best friends33:06-Friendship red flags37:13-Deep vs casual friendships 38:53-Michelle's friendship green flags40:05-Carmen's friendship green flags41:54-We're not really strangers card game43:59-What is Michelle most likely to walk out on a date because of?46:33-Carmen's ideal first date51:19-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

In this episode, Carmen and Michelle dive into the world of RAVES! From their favourite rave memories to group dynamics, rave etiquette, and the indoor vs. outdoor debate, they cover it all. They also explore rave baes—how to find one, what makes a good one, and share juicy stories, including Carmen’s rave rizz and Michelle’s rave bae horror story. Let's get ready for Knockout Outdoor 2024 together!00:00-Intro00:16-Favourite/First Rave02:44-Hardstyle and trance03:28-Ideal rave group05:31-What makes a good rave07:18-Indoor vs outdoor raves10:58-Would you recommend KO as a first rave?11:44-Rave etiquette17:36-Rave baes-what makes a good one?20:21-How to get a rave bae20:46-Rave bae stories26:45-How do men get rave baes?30:05-Creeps at raves31:26-Raving with a partner33:30-Merging groups36:39-Best spot in the crowd37:33-Cheating/not cheating39:29-Rave outfits43:47-Retirement?45:54-Outro

In this episode of Delulu Diaries, Carmen and Michelle tackle the tricky subject of CHEATING. From liking an ex’s post to accepting drinks from strangers, they break down which behaviours toe the line. Next, the duo dives into the world of SITUATIONSHIPS. Watch to learn how long they should last and is it possible to turn one into a relationship?00:00-Intro00:14-Liking your ex's posts01:32-Accepting a drink from a guy04:56-Sus Instagram following08:20-Your partner hanging out with a friend that likes them09:46-Working with an admirer12:04-Hanging out with the opposite sex12:44-Liking IG stories14:17-Carmen's IG storytime15:27-Texting your ex HBD 17:02-How do you define a situationship17:46-Longest situationship19:01-Successful situationship story20:05-Ideal situationship length21:57-Ideal frequency of seeing each other24:30-When to end a situationship25:14-Being "friends" with your ex-situationship26:32-Turning a situationship into a relationship27:55-Avoiding a situationship28:44-Making Carmen's Hinge profile29:29-Carmen's type31:53-Dating a younger man33:35-Hinge prompts37:38-Outro

Today, Carmen and Michelle dive into the world of FAMILY DYNAMICS. From the stories of their parents' immigration to Australia, to the nuances of sibling relationships and cultural expectations. Watch to hear how their families shape their views on love and life.00:00-Intro00:50-Parents moving to Australia04:27-How Michelle's parents met06:58-Being Asians in Australia08:00-Stereotypical Asian kid childhood08:48-Differences in upbringing with siblings11:54-Sibling order 16:55-Close relationship with parents19:13-Attachment styles23:54-Parents' effect on love26:09-Relationship with mum vs dad28:36-Mothers and daughters30:45-Rebellious phase32:48-Physical discipline34:56-Tattoos and Asian parents39:29-Superstitions46:34-Passing down culture50:38-Feeling Australian52:15-Outro

Join Michelle and Carmen as they talk all about WORK - from how they stumbled into their careers, to handling toxic work environments. Watch to hear all the unfiltered stories and the ultimate guide to having an ideal work-life balance.00:00-Intro00:44-What Carmen & Michelle do for work1:48-How they got into their careers5:46-Finding their paths8:48-Dream job11:54-Working in a startup14:22-Bad job experiences15:44-Carmen's bad manager story19:21-ANOTHER bad story22:19-How we've changed26:40-Identity & work29:20-Being a STEM girlie37:51-Marketing as a career39:33-Running your own business45:17-Partner's career47:59-Dating at work49:35-Work-life balance52:03-Fulfilment54:24-Outro

On today's episode, Carmen and Michelle talk about DATING! What's the ideal amount of texting before a first date? Would you ever pay for the first date (as a woman)? How do you make initial physical contact? Watch to find out the answers!00:00-Intro00:59-Dating stages2:55-Meeting in person vs on dating apps07:21-Ghosting10:29-Keeping exes on socials11:58-Getting asked out on a date14:57-How much texting is too much?18:36-Asking for a date directly21:24-Paying for the first date24:38-Being a gentleman28:58-Good/bad dates35:27-Kissing on the first date36:02-Breaking physical contact40:30-Love languages46:12-Icks, irks, pet peeves, red flags49:39-Not wanting a relationship57:57-Relationships & friendships58:42-Closing episode