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Mamamia Out Loud

1,163 episodes - English - Latest episode: 12 days ago - ★★★★★ - 154 ratings

Smart, often silly and sometimes surprising. Absolutely everything is up for discussion: from pop culture to politics, body image to motherhood, feminism to fashion. Join Mia Freedman, Holly Wainwright and Jessie Stephens as they dissect the news and issues of the week.

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Some Very Honest Thoughts About Meghan Markle’s Podcast

August 26, 2022 06:31 - 41 minutes - 38 MB

Subscribe to Mamamia It took two years but Meghan Markle has finally released her highly anticipated podcast, Archetypes. What do we really think about it, and what does it tell us about ambition? Plus, what happens when someone with millions of followers on social media has a meltdown in real time? And our best and worst of the week, ranging from bums to invites to printers. RECOMMENDATIONS: Holly wants you to watch Victoria's Secret Angels and Demons on Prime Video Sign up to the...

The Surprise Rebrand Of Nicole Kidman

August 24, 2022 07:43 - 34 minutes - 32.1 MB

Subscribe to Mamamia There’s a cover shoot that might have been passed around your group chats over the last 24 hours. What does it tell us about the 'rebrand' of Nicole Kidman? Plus, how do you know if you’re 'toxic' and is it a label you can ever refute? And, is there power in giving up on your dreams? What the latest Masked Singer reveal has us wondering about success and happiness. RECOMMENDATIONS:  Listen to Mia’s four golden rules for saying no here: https://www.mamamia.com.au...

How Is Brad Pitt Getting Away With It?

August 22, 2022 07:21 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MB

Subscribe to Mamamia Mia is ready to stage an intervention with Holly about Brad Pitt after an FBI report has revealed what actually happened on that plane with Angelina Jolie and his family in 2016. So why is he being protected? Plus, there’s a name for the complete hormonal overload that women go through when they become mothers and thank god.  And, in case you missed it, bleached eyebrows are coming back in and Jessie is thrilled. RECOMMENDATIONS:  Jessie wants you to read this ...

Injectables Have A Brand New Hype Guy

August 19, 2022 06:52 - 37 minutes - 34 MB

Subscribe to Mamamia The latest celebrity ambassador for anti-wrinkle injections is a man and… we have a few questions about it.  Plus, in case you missed it, Scotland made history this week when it became the first country to offer free pads, tampons, and other period products nationwide… And then they hired a man as their ‘period dignity officer’. And, our best and worst of the week; from calming music to Scomo.  The End Bits: RECOMMENDATIONS:  Jessie wants you to listen to the...

'Side-Hustle Scomo' Is The Biggest Story In The World

August 17, 2022 07:10 - 34 minutes - 31.6 MB

Subscribe to Mamamia It’s been revealed this week that Scott Morrison held some ‘secret’ positions during his Prime Ministership - including Treasurer, without anyone knowing. So what the heck does that mean?  Plus, why are parents deleting photos of their kids off social media?  And in case you missed it, JLO and Ben Affleck are getting married (again) and it’s making us think that entree weddings are a thing.  The End Bits: RECOMMENDATIONS:  Holly wants you to watch: The Thief ...

The Peach Test That’s Dividing The Internet

August 15, 2022 06:53 - 34 minutes - 32 MB

Subscribe to Mamamia Holly is back from holidays and has a lot of books she wants you to read, but that’s beside the point. And on the show today, we’re talking about the peach test that’s dividing the internet, and no, it’s not about an actual peach.  Plus, you might have seen the name Salman Rushdie making headlines over the weekend, due to pretty horrific circumstances. So, why was this author targeted? And the improbable return of the cleanse. The End Bits: RECOMMENDATIONS:  ...

Why Andrew Tate Is The Most Viral Person On The Internet

August 12, 2022 07:07 - 34 minutes - 31.7 MB

Subscribe to Mamamia Over the last few weeks, you might have heard the name, Andrew Tate. He’s framed as the King Of Toxic Masculinity, and he appeals to men, apparently, who want to learn about business, how to be a man, and dating. And as Jessie explains, he’s one of the most dangerous people on the internet right now… Plus, in an interview with US-based Marie Claire Magazine, Mindy Kaling said that she wishes every woman had the opportunity to freeze their eggs. But is fertility reall...

A Throwdown About Staying Home With Kids

August 10, 2022 07:14 - 29 minutes - 27 MB

Subscribe to Mamamia Last week, Beyonce changed the lyrics of a new song after she was accused of using an ableist slur. It's the same thing Lizzo did just a month or so prior. This week, Eminem released a greatest hits album, and one of the tracks includes that very same slur. Will he be held to the same standard?  Plus, a listener dilemma about an over-stepping Mother In Law. (No, it’s not Mia.) And Serena Williams says she wants to 'evolve' away from tennis, what does it tell us abo...

Porn & The Ultimate Relationship Dealbreaker

August 08, 2022 07:07 - 30 minutes - 27.6 MB

Subscribe to Mamamia 'Quiet Quitting' is the more refined, less impulsive cousin of 'The Great Resignation.' It means doing the bare minimum at work and it's going global. Why? Plus, free abortions in the ACT… an honest discussion about our first reaction to the news.  And the rise of the anti-porn feminist. Can you demand your partner give up porn? The End Bits: RECOMMENDATIONS: Mia wants you to watch Trainwreck: Woodstock 99 on Netflix Listen to Mia's No Filter with Virginia Ta...

A Catholic, A Muslim & A Jewish Woman Walk Into A Studio

August 05, 2022 07:15 - 33 minutes - 30.4 MB

Subscribe to Mamamia Mia found herself in the unexpected position of being accused of anti-semitism this week. And it has taught her about something Susan calls a 'double bind.' Plus, is it time to give up on Kim Kardashian? And our best and worst of the week, from a hurtful pile on, to Instagram hackers, to Susan getting very, very excited about her new office…. The End Bits: RECOMMENDATIONS: Jessie wants you to go and see Jagged Little Pill The Musical Listen to Mia's No Filter...

The Great Uncancellation Has Begun

August 03, 2022 07:19 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MB

Subscribe to Mamamia This week, 28 year old Emma McKeon became the most successful athlete in Commonwealth Games history after winning her 11th gold medal. So why is Australia talking about a 'love triangle' instead? Plus, a debate about trigger warnings. Are they helpful, or doing more harm than good? And, Will Smith has come back and he wants you to know he's sorry. Is he on the road to redemption? What makes an apology sincere?  The End Bits: Subscribe to Mamamia RECOMMENDATION...

The Topic We Shouldn't Have Discussed

August 01, 2022 07:30 - 29 minutes - 27.5 MB

Subscribe to Mamamia Prince William is at the centre of one of the most bizarre rumours we've heard in a while. Why are women talking about it, and what's the real problem with this story? Plus, why one of the most famous women in the world is being accused of ableism, and what might be missing from the discussion.   And, the age of the climate criminal is upon us. The End Bits: Subscribe to Mamamia RECOMMENDATIONS: Susan wants you to listen to The Principle of Charity podcast S...

Is Ghosting Really Emotional Abuse?

July 29, 2022 06:58 - 31 minutes - 28.7 MB

Subscribe to Mamamia Does ghosting classify as emotional abuse? According to a proposed bill, absolutely.  Plus, a spicy listener dilemma about infidelity. And, our best and worst of the week, ranging from magic tricks to an ambulance visit and friend dates.  The End Bits: Subscribe to Mamamia RECOMMENDATIONS: Jessie wants you to listen to Deborah Frances-White on Conversations Sign up to the Mamamia Newsletter here  GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod pho...

The Big Jersey Debate

July 27, 2022 06:58 - 35 minutes - 32.2 MB

Want more Mamamia Out Loud? Subscribe to Mamamia for unlimited access to Out Loud, five days a week. A jersey, a boycott, and an apology. It's the story that's revealed how complicated cultural change is within an organisation as diverse yet traditional as the NRL. Plus, Holly has 25 questions about the optics of the 'Bennifer' Honeymoon. And, what's happened to your Instagram?  The End Bits: Subscribe to Mamamia RECOMMENDATIONS: Holly wants you to watch Loot on Apple TV+ Sign ...

TikTok Is The New Feedback Form

July 25, 2022 07:56 - 37 minutes - 34.3 MB

Want more Mamamia Out Loud? Subscribe to Mamamia for unlimited access to Out Loud, five days a week. In case you missed it, Splendour in the Grass happened over the weekend, and it was a muddy mess. It has us wondering - is TikTok the new version of a feedback form? Plus, have we found the last un-cancellable celebrity of Generation X? And, is long Covid a feminist issue? The End Bits: Subscribe to Mamamia RECOMMENDATIONS: Mia wants you to watch series 3 of The Split on ABC iView S...

BONUS: Got The Sunday Sads? This Will Help

July 23, 2022 20:30 - 13 minutes - 12.4 MB

Mamamia has a new podcast! Ever wake up on a Sunday feeling a bit... sick about the week ahead? Ever wished you had a guide to help you shake it off and feel better? Fill My Cup is here for you. It's an overwhelm-fighting well-being show hosted by self-described witch Allira Potter that will give you practical tools to make your week that little bit better. If you liked this episode, subscribe to Fill My Cup here: https://omny.fm/shows/fill-my-cup/playlists/fill-my-cup  Become a Mamamia...

A Conversation About ‘Birthing Parents’

July 22, 2022 05:56 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MB

Listen to yesterday's subscriber-only segment here: mamamia.com.au/podcasts/mamamia-out-loud/empath-or-empathetic  Wanting to surround yourself with your biggest fans is only human, but it means you could be missing out on a few things. Why should you befriend people you admire, instead? Plus, a Medicare form for new parents has caused a lot of hand-wringing.  And our best and worst of the week, ranging from Jessie’s celebrity clashes to Brad Pitt to Foot and Mouth. The End Bits: S...

The Bikini Photo You're Not Allowed To Share

July 20, 2022 06:08 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MB

Mia is back from her holiday and she has a question: can we please stop taking photos of our bodies after babies? Plus, who helps the cancelled celebrities?  And, on Sunday afternoon, church-goers in Perth were treated to a very special sermon from our former Prime Minister, Scott Morrison. And we need to discuss… The End Bits: Subscribe to Mamamia RECOMMENDATIONS: Mia wants you to go on a holiday, take some time off work, and reconnect with your loved ones. Sign up to the Mamami...

JLO & The Rise Of The Anti Wedding

July 18, 2022 06:44 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MB

It’s a bit of a celebrity news bonanza today and one such story concerns a very famous woman and the man who’s reportedly cheating on her and why everyone is so very surprised. And the other is the fact that Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck got married over the weekend and Holly thinks anti-weddings are here to stay.  Plus, what the heck is blowfishing? And do you do it?    Laura Brodnik joins Jessie and Holly on the show to discuss…  The End Bits: Subscribe to Mamamia RECOMMENDATIONS:...

Kindness Porn & What Grinds Our Gears

July 15, 2022 06:51 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MB

Listen to yesterday's subscriber-only segment here: https://www.mamamia.com.au/podcasts/mamamia-out-loud/nipples-ugly-trainers-fashion-crystal-ball  On the show today, what is kindness porn and why is it pissing us off? Plus, Jessie Stephens, the queen of canceling, has a bone to pick with universities. And our best and worst of the week which includes Neighbours, dinner guests, and… being someone’s daughter-in-law. The End Bits: Subscribe to Mamamia RECOMMENDATIONS: Jessie wants you...

Are We On ‘Farting Terms’ Yet?

July 13, 2022 07:01 - 32 minutes - 29.6 MB

Listen to yesterday's subscriber-only segment here: mamamia.com.au/podcasts/mamamia-out-loud/the-one-where-jessie-luca-got-engaged-pt-2/ As the knock-on effects of the reversal of Roe versus Wade continue, it's now men who are looking to take charge against unwanted pregnancies. There's been a huge spike in vasectomy bookings, and it's a trend we're seeing in Australia, too. What does it tell us? Plus, anti-goals are the new goals. But… what the hell are they? And the influencer who re...

The Problem With Kim Kardashian’s Underdog Complex

July 11, 2022 06:51 - 33 minutes - 30.4 MB

Subscribe to Mamamia We’re only halfway through the year but it feels like 2022 is a career-defining era for Kim Kardashian... But she wants you to know she’s not the person you think. Kim Kardashian is an underdog. Plus, apparently, a holiday isn’t enough to reset burnout. In a conversation that’s particularly relevant to one Jessie Stephens, how do you fend off burnout for real?   And the unspoken rule of lending money to loved ones… The End Bits: Subscribe to Mamamia RECOMMEND...

Boris, Kyrgios & Chaotic Male Energy

July 08, 2022 07:10 - 40 minutes - 37.1 MB

Listen to yesterday's subscriber-only segment here: www.mamamia.com.au/podcasts/mamamia-out-loud/the-one-where-jessie-luca-got-engaged-pt-1 Boris Johnson has stepped down as Britain's Prime Minister. So what happened, why did it take this long, and what comes next?  Plus, Nick Kyrgios is having the best and worst week of his life - so can Australia cheer for him in the Wimbledon Final on Sunday? And our best and worst of the week ranging from TikTok to houseguest dogs to lotto. The E...

Vabbing: The ‘Fresh’ Dating Hack For The Brave

July 06, 2022 07:15 - 32 minutes - 29.4 MB

Listen to yesterday's subscriber-only segment here: mamamia.com.au/podcasts/mamamia-out-loud/insufferable-waif-girl We have lost 10,000 Australians to Covid. The nation passed a grim milestone this past weekend amid soaring Covid case numbers, but mask mandates aren't being brought back. Are Australians just completely done with being told what to do? Plus, is ‘taking a lunch break’ one of the most radical habits you can bring back into the office?  And are pheromones having a moment? ...

The Noughties Body Revival Nobody Asked For

July 04, 2022 07:14 - 39 minutes - 36 MB

Subscribe to Mamamia There's a new trend pushing back against hustle culture. The ‘soft life’ is to live a life that prioritises one’s peace and mental health. Is it appealing, or a fantasy? And what does it tell us about urgency culture? Plus, the personality test that helped us understand our own (and each other's) weirdness. And, are two trends - the noughties and Barbie - spawning a new body obsession that we thought we’d seen the back of? The End Bits: Subscribe to Mamamia R...

When Ruining Someone's Day Is Completely Necessary

July 01, 2022 06:33 - 35 minutes - 32.1 MB

Listen to yesterday's subscriber-only segment here: mamamia.com.au/podcasts/mamamia-out-loud/pandemic-friendship-paradox There’s a debate lots of Aussies have been having this week that we can’t quite make our minds up about. Strikes and protests have dominated the news here in NSW this week but there's one, in particular, that's got people fired up. Was it selfish? Or is disruption the entire point of a protest?  Plus, in defence of a nation that’s being called ‘boring’ all over the Int...

A Debate About Ivanka Trump’s Alleged Abortion

June 29, 2022 07:02 - 30 minutes - 28.4 MB

There's a Trump in the headlines this week but it's not who we expected. Donald Trump’s 40-year-old daughter Ivanka, an 'unapologetically pro-life' Republican, has been accused of hypocrisy by a former school friend. What does it tell us about privacy, relevancy, and separating fact from rumours? Plus, Prince Charles, some shopping bags full of cash, and what happens to the Royals when the Queen goes. And, what yesterday's Census data drop tells about the influence of Millenials on Austr...

WTF Do American Women Do Now?

June 27, 2022 06:24 - 38 minutes - 35 MB

Subscribe to Mamamia Australians woke up on Saturday morning to news the US Supreme Court voted to overturn the constitutional right for American women to access abortion. Amelia Lester is an Australian journalist living in Washington D.C, she joins us to help unpack what’s happening on the ground over in the U.S. Plus, a few weeks ago, we had a vibrator dilemma that broke the Internet. Now, there’s another one… And we’ve got our Jessie back at last. So, what DID she do on her holidays...

Why The Lives Of Millennials Just Got Worse

June 24, 2022 07:05 - 34 minutes - 31.7 MB

Listen to yesterday's subscriber-only segment here: www.mamamia.com.au/podcasts/mamamia-out-loud/hoe-union-jen-anniston-hates-influencers Wherever you are, whatever you’re paying for, everything is getting more expensive. Analysts have been bracing us for a recession for months and interest rates are peaking internationally, but there’s one group of the population finding it particularly difficult. Is time up on the 'Millennial Lifestyle Subsidy?' Plus, we're not sure how we feel about B...

Who Gets To Swim & Side Character Energy

June 22, 2022 07:31 - 32 minutes - 29.7 MB

Listen to yesterday's subscriber-only segment here: https://www.mamamia.com.au/podcasts/mamamia-out-loud/who-gets-to-decide-how-you-give-birth Why everyone is discussing Lisa Wilkinson, Brittany Higgins, and what happened at the Logies. Plus, move over main character energy, 'side character energy' is the thing this year. And, It’s the biggest story in the country this week. FINA - the world swimming body - voted on Monday to restrict the participation of transgender women at an elite ...

Introducing Mamamia Daily: Transgender Athlete Ban, Mum Pressure & Millennial Water Bottles

June 21, 2022 07:43 - 9 minutes - 9.2 MB

We're dropping into you feed to introduce our new show, Mamamia Daily, bringing you the stories you need to hear today, read by the women who wrote them.  Join the writers of Mamamia every weekday to hear essential pieces carefully selected for you by our editor, Melody Teh.  Want more? Make sure you check out Mamamia.com.au for all the articles by written our editorial team.  Find more episodes here: https://www.mamamia.com.au/podcasts/mamamia-daily/ Become a Mamamia subscriber: http...

How To Build A Hamish Blake

June 20, 2022 07:12 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MB

Want more Mamamia Out Loud? Subscribe to Mamamia for unlimited access to Out Loud, five days a week. Last night the TV Week Logie awards went ahead for the first time in three years and the biggest award of the night, the Gold Logie, went to Hamish Blake. It's the second time he’s taken out the gong, with the first win in 2012. He's adored by the nation, but what is it really about Hamish that makes him so damn loveable?  Plus, inside the mind of someone who champions possibly one of the...

How Empowering Are Reality Star Nudes?

June 17, 2022 07:21 - 39 minutes - 36.3 MB

Listen to yesterday's subscriber-only segment here: mamamia.com.au/podcasts/mamamia-out-loud/annabel-crabb-peter-dutton Two alumni from The Bachelor divided the people of Instagram this week. What does it tell us about empowerment, and who decides what it looks like? Plus, a disagreement about transparency, privacy, and the gaslighting of women by women. And our best and worst of the week, which includes Brad Pitt, ex-encounters, Greece and… rats.    The End Bits: Subscribe to Mama...

Rebel Wilson & A Very Bad Email

June 15, 2022 07:15 - 33 minutes - 31 MB

Listen to yesterday's subscriber-only segment here: mamamia.com.au/podcasts/mamamia-out-loud/hair-wellness-journey The relationship announcement we were celebrating last week has exposed an ugly side to celebrity journalism. What does it tell us about our own biases, and how traditional media do business?  Plus, would you pay to go to your friend’s wedding? Soon, you might have to.  And, an actress has said out loud what a lot of people suspect about the career risk of pregnancy  The...

From Annabel Crabb To Britney's Wedding Crasher

June 10, 2022 06:51 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MB

Listen to yesterday's subscriber-only segment here On the show last week we spoke about how Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s first cabinet is Australia’s most diverse ever. But - is it as good as it looks? Political expert and all-round extraordinary woman, Annabel Crabb, joins us. Plus, the celebrity wedding crasher no one saw coming. And our best and worst of the week which includes other people’s holidays, hormones and weddings. The End Bits: Subscribe to Mamamia RECOMMENDATI...

The Joke That Can Get You Fired

June 08, 2022 07:35 - 31 minutes - 28.6 MB

Listen to yesterday's subscriber-only segment here There’s a story that's gone viral about a joke and someone who has been suspended from their job for retweeting it. What does it tell us about cancel culture, workplace culture, and what happens when these two things intersect? Spoiler: nothing good, that’s what happens. Plus, the influencer gender pay gap we didn’t see coming. And the ridiculous parenting debate sparked by Duchess Kate. The End Bits: Subscribe to Mamamia RECOMME...

The 4yo Royal Working Harder Than Kris Jenner

June 06, 2022 07:41 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MB

Want more Mamamia Out Loud? Subscribe to Mamamia for unlimited access to Out Loud, five days a week. The Queen gave an entire nation a four-day weekend, and they were stoked about it. Holly, our royal-correspondent-by-default, takes us through the celebrations and controversies from the Platinum Jubilee. Plus, it’s 2022 and successful women are still being lumped into the ‘high maintenance’ pile on dating apps. And Sarah Jessica Parker has cleared the air about Kim Catrall and AJLT, bu...

A Big Announcement & Billionaire News

June 03, 2022 04:07 - 38 minutes - 34.9 MB

Listen to yesterday's subscriber-only segment here The richest man in the world has spoken: Working from home is over. Does he have a point? Or is it unfair? According to former PM Julia Gillard, it might actually be a good thing…at least for women. Plus, what comes after a court case that has changed your reputation, your work, and your life forever? Yes, we’re talking about the Johnny Depp verdict. And our best and worst of the week, ranging from engagements to babies and skincare. ...

Fexting Is The New Sexting

June 01, 2022 06:34 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MB

Listen to yesterday's subscriber-only segment here “Men have a whole life, women have a shelf life.” That is the call of a new campaign with lots of high-profile UK actors who want to tackle age discrimination in screen representation. But is it the right approach? Plus, are you “fexting” - with partners, with friends? Jill Biden is. And Tom Cruise is the most-watched movie star in the world right now. So, has nostalgia made us forget all the bad things he's done? The End Bits: Subs...

When Your Boyfriend Becomes Prime Minister

May 30, 2022 07:12 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MB

Want more Mamamia Out Loud? Subscribe to Mamamia for unlimited access to Out Loud, five days a week. She may have eleven grandchildren already, but Kris Jenner wants her daughter Kendall to freeze her eggs. Is 26 too young? Or is normalising the process of egg-freezing a conversation worth considering? Plus, what’s a 'sad-boi big man', and has one of them just been elected to the Australian Senate? How David Pocock is subverting what we expect from a certain type of bloke.   And imagine ...

The Sex Parents Aren't Allowed To Have

May 27, 2022 07:03 - 38 minutes - 35 MB

Want more Mamamia Out Loud? Subscribe to Mamamia for unlimited access to Out Loud, five days a week. Tomorrow, closing arguments will be heard in the court saga that's been treated like a reality TV drama for over a month - Johnny Depp’s defamation case against his ex-wife, Amber Heard. Yesterday, we reached peak celebrity climax when Johnny Depp’s most famous ex, Kate Moss, took the stand. What does it tell us about toxic nostalgia?  Plus, the neighbourly complaint note about the kind o...

America, What's Wrong With You?

May 25, 2022 06:34 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MB

Want more Mamamia Out Loud? Subscribe to Mamamia for unlimited access to Out Loud, five days a week. At least 19 children are dead. Their teacher is dead. Another day, another mass shooting, so when will the U.S achieve serious gun reform? Plus, there’s someone for everyone who wants to find reality TV love in the new three-headed Bachelor. Well… almost.  And why no one cares about your COVID anymore. The End Bits: Subscribe to Mamamia RECOMMENDATIONS: Emma wants you to watch Ten...

The Election Women Decided

May 23, 2022 07:00 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MB

In case you missed it, Australia has a new leader. Anthony Albanese was officially sworn in as our 31st Prime Minister this morning. And yes, we will be debriefing on the election results, from the winners, to the losers to the 14+ women joining the lower house.  Plus, a famous woman from a famous family had her third wedding in six weeks. And she has a style uniform we can all relate to.  And, how do you know if you’re having a midlife crises? The End Bits: Subscribe to Mamamia RE...

Taylor Swift & Being A 'Cringeworthy Try-Hard'

May 20, 2022 06:27 - 40 minutes - 37.5 MB

Want more Mamamia Out Loud? Subscribe to Mamamia for unlimited access to Out Loud, five days a week. Taylor Swift has some life hacks for you. What do they teach us about the myth of effortlessness? Does being eager become 'cooler' with age? Or, is aspiration done? Plus, what does the future of work look like? Organisational psychologist Dr. Amantha Imber talks us through productivity, and how we should be using our time. And, our best and worst of the week, which includes an annual sn...

Election Special: Will We Get A Result On Saturday?

May 19, 2022 07:00 - 18 minutes - 17.3 MB

What's a soft voter? Are there any election policies centered around women? If I care about the environment, who should I vote for? How many of us are early voting, and how will that impact getting a result on election day? As we crawl slowly towards the end of a grueling six-week campaign, Holly and Mia spoke to The Guardian Australia's political reporter, Amy Remeikis, to answer all your burning questions ahead of Saturday.  Hosts: Mia Freedman & Holly Wainwright Producer: Emma Gillesp...

‘Sorry. Not Beautiful.’

May 18, 2022 07:12 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MB

Want more Mamamia Out Loud? Subscribe to Mamamia for unlimited access to Out Loud, five days a week. We are a handful of sleeps out from the election. As we begin to reflect on the last six weeks, have we seen anything different about this campaign? Is an American variant of democracy dominating our local political discourse? Plus, one of the most archaic of magazine tropes is trying to prove it's still relevant. What does the celebrity swimsuit edition tell us about women’s bodies?  A...

Have We Become Professional Opinion Havers?

May 16, 2022 06:27 - 37 minutes - 34.3 MB

Want more Mamamia Out Loud? Subscribe to Mamamia for unlimited access to Out Loud, five days a week. There's fast fashion, and then there's ultra-fast fashion. Gen Z are the most eco-conscious generation we've ever seen, but why can't they quit SHEIN?  Plus, would you buy your daughter a vibrator? Or, would you let your mum buy you a vibrator? We've got a listener dilemma to discuss.  And do you feel like social media forces you to have an opinion about...everything? The problem with t...

The Best Gossip Story In The World Right Now

May 13, 2022 07:00 - 43 minutes - 40.1 MB

Want more Mamamia Out Loud? Subscribe to Mamamia for unlimited access to Out Loud, five days a week. There's a new kind of man that straight women are being warned to stay away from. Enter, 'The Podcast Bro,' but have we been too quick to judge? Plus, Holly is bringing you a very important, era-defining news story. The 'Wagatha Christie' court case.  And, our best and worst of the week, which includes… politics, passports, and...yes, poo.  The End Bits: Subscribe to Mamamia RECOM...

Johnny Depp's Army & An 'Imperfect' Victim

May 11, 2022 06:50 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MB

Want more Mamamia Out Loud? Subscribe to Mamamia for unlimited access to Out Loud, five days a week. The Johnny Depp/Amber Heard defamation case is the first 'Trial by TikTok' the world has seen. As #JusticeForJohnny videos continue to attract billions of views, who are these TikToks actually reaching? And what damage is being done by them?  Plus, if you walked into a hair salon and were presented with a questionnaire that read: “Would you like to chat with us, or would you prefer us to ...

'Don't Leave Your Husband For Vibes'

May 09, 2022 07:02 - 34 minutes - 31.6 MB

Want more Mamamia Out Loud? Subscribe to Mamamia for unlimited access to Out Loud, five days a week. Last night, the two Prime Ministerial candidates had their second debate, on the Nine Network in prime time. What people are left talking about today is less about what was said, and more about how it was said.  Plus, Kim Catrall has finally told us what we'd been longing to find out about And Just Like That... But what does it tell us about saying no?  And what happens when you find yo...

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