

The Spill
Mamamia Podcasts
The Spill is your daily entertainment news fix where we break down the biggest celebrity headlines. Join Laura Brodnik and Em Vernem for brutally honest takes on pop culture, plus their recommendations that are actually worth watching. New episodes every weekday at 3pm.Plus we have the latest pop culture headlines every weekday with the latest Morning Tea from Ash London, and on Friday we'll give you the best new TV shows and movies to binge this weekend in our Weekend Watch.
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Sep 28, 2025 • 5min
MORNING TEA: Selena Gomez Ties The Knot, JLo Spills On Ben Affleck & The Royals Visit Hogwarts
Morning Tea is your weekday hit of celebrity news, pop culture drama and internet chaos — all in the time it takes to drink your morning coffee (or tea!) ☕ Today we’re spilling on:Selena Gomez marrying Benny Blanco in a dreamy Santa Barbara ceremony with Taylor Swift, Steve Martin, Martin Short and Ed Sheeran among the guests. Plus, Jennifer Lopez opens up about her divorce from Ben Affleck, the royal family visit the set of the new Harry Potter series and Ed Sheeran confesses what he secretly uses his “finsta” for… 👀Once you’ve devoured this morning’s celeb stories, get your daily news headlines from The Quicky here. Our new podcast Watch Party is out now, listen on Apple or Spotify. THE END BITS Support independent women's media Follow us on TikTok, Instagram and Facebook. And subscribe to our brand new Youtube channel. Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here. Discover more Mamamia Podcasts here. CREDITS Host & Producer: Ash London Executive Producer: Monisha Iswaran Mamamia studios are styled with furniture from Fenton and Fenton.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 26, 2025 • 50min
A Brutally Honest Review Of Twilight As It Turns 20
It’s hard to believe, but it’s been 20 years since the first Twilight book hit shelves—how has it been that long?! In this episode, we’re taking a nostalgic trip down memory lane to one of the cult books that shaped a generation. We’re unpacking all the things you never knew about the saga: the casting choices that made (or broke) the film adaptation, quirky behind-the-scenes facts that’ll surprise even the biggest fans, and of course, the age-old question… Team Edward or Team Jacob? If you love a classic nostalgia edition of Brutally Honest Reviews, let us know—we’re ready to dive even deeper into your favourite cult favourites! LISTEN TO OTHER BRUTALLY HONEST REVIEWSA Brutally Honest Review Of The Summer I Turned Pretty's Final SeasonOur Brutally Honest Review Of The EmmysA Brutally Honest Review Of Meghan Markle’s New Netflix Series THE END BITS Our new podcast Watch Party is out now, listen to our deep-dive into The Summer I Turned Pretty on Apple or Spotify. Support independent women's media Follow us on TikTok, Instagram and Facebook. And subscribe to our brand new Youtube channel. Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here. Discover more Mamamia Podcasts here. Do you have feedback or a topic you want us to discuss on The Spill? Send us a voice message, or send us an email thespill@mamamia.com.au and we'll come back to you ASAP! CREDITS Hosts: Laura Brodnik and Em Vernem Executive Producer: Monisha Iswaran Audio Producer: Scott Stronach Mamamia studios are styled with furniture from Fenton and Fenton.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 25, 2025 • 14min
Weekend Watch: Netflix’s Quietly Thrilling New Series & The Animated Show That Will Have You Howling With Laughter
Netflix has just released a new thriller series (that’s more of an atmospheric slow burn than a series filled with jump scares) starring Toni Collette that’s slightly based on a disturbing true story, and you need to inhale it this weekend.Plus, Em has been nearly dying of laughter thanks to a new animated series she has just discovered, and it’s led to a bit of a confessional conversation about the animated shows we still watch as adults.THE END BITS Our new podcast Watch Party is out now, listen to our deep-dive into The Summer I Turned Pretty on Apple or Spotify. Support independent women's media Follow us on TikTok, Instagram and Facebook. And subscribe to our brand new Youtube channel. Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here. Discover more Mamamia Podcasts here. Do you have feedback or a topic you want us to discuss on The Spill? Send us a voice message, or send us an email thespill@mamamia.com.au and we'll come back to you ASAP! CREDITS Hosts: Laura Brodnik and Em Vernem Executive Producer: Monisha Iswaran Audio Producer: Scott Stronach Mamamia studios are styled with furniture from Fenton and Fenton.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 25, 2025 • 41min
The Kanye Video Too Disturbing To Watch & Emma Watson’s Tearful Friendship Confession
This week a Dawson Creek’s reunion took place in support of James Van Der Beek and now we need to talk about every behind the scenes moment, from the cast reunions to the romantic rumour we probably should’t say out loud…And Kanye West’s new documentary has been released in the US and there’s one particular scene that is too disturbing to watch.Plus, Emma Watson has given her first long form podcast in years and she’s spoken about why she had to stop making movies. It’s a story that just might make you tear up.THE END BITS If you or anyone you know needs expert help, please contact 1800 RESPECT (1800 737 732) — the National Sexual Assault, Domestic and Family Violence Counselling Service. If you are in immediate danger, call 000. Our new podcast Watch Party is out now, listen to our deep-dive into The Summer I Turned Pretty on Apple or Spotify. Support independent women's media Follow us on TikTok, Instagram and Facebook. And subscribe to our brand new Youtube channel. Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here. Discover more Mamamia Podcasts here. Do you have feedback or a topic you want us to discuss on The Spill? Send us a voice message, or send us an email thespill@mamamia.com.au and we'll come back to you ASAP! CREDITS Hosts: Laura Brodnik and Em Vernem Executive Producer: Monisha Iswaran Audio Producer: Scott Stronach Mamamia studios are styled with furniture from Fenton and Fenton.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 24, 2025 • 7min
MORNING TEA: Jimmy Kimmel's Comeback & Robert Irwin’s Tango Triumph
Morning Tea is your weekday hit of celebrity news, pop culture drama and internet chaos — all in the time it takes to drink your morning coffee (or tea!) ☕️☕️ Jimmy Kimmel makes his hotly-anticipated late-night return and thanks the stars who supported him through a tough week.☕️ Emma Watson opens up to Jay Shetty about the loneliness she felt after Harry Potter and navigating Hollywood’s competitiveness.☕️ Robert Irwin keeps topping the leaderboard on Dancing With The Stars — with Bindi cheering from the sidelines (and a cheeky relationship update).☕️ Plus, The Spill’s own Laura Brodnick sits down with Perrie Edwards for a raw chat about green flags, motherhood and Little Mix fame.Listen to Laura's chat with Perrie Edwards here. Once you’ve devoured this morning’s celeb stories, get your daily news headlines from The Quicky here. Our new podcast Watch Party is out now, listen to our deep-dive into The Summer I Turned Pretty on Apple or Spotify. THE END BITS Support independent women's media Follow us on TikTok, Instagram and Facebook. And subscribe to our brand new Youtube channel. Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here. Discover more Mamamia Podcasts here. CREDITS Host & Producer: Ash London Executive Producer: Monisha Iswaran Mamamia studios are styled with furniture from Fenton and Fenton.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 24, 2025 • 32min
Beware, This Episode Might Make You Fall Out Of Love With Paul Mescal
Harry Styles ran a marathon this week, and it turned out to be a grave error. From a fake name and disguise gone wrong to the fan reaction, let's unpack this poor man’s quest to be a runner. (Plus, an update on what he and Zoe Kravitz actually talk about, thanks to some sneaky fans with cameras).And the former love of our lives, Paul Mescal, has given a new interview that is breaking up friendship groups and diving group chats across the globe. So now we need to dissect it (and try not to die laughing) while Em explains the quote that made her stop loving him.THE END BITSOur new podcast Watch Party is out now, listen to our deep-dive into The Summer I Turned Pretty on Apple or Spotify. Support independent women's media Follow us on TikTok, Instagram and Facebook. And subscribe to our brand new Youtube channel. Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here. Discover more Mamamia Podcasts here. Do you have feedback or a topic you want us to discuss on The Spill? Send us a voice message, or send us an email thespill@mamamia.com.au and we'll come back to you ASAP! CREDITS Hosts: Laura Brodnik and Ksenija Lukich Executive Producer: Monisha Iswaran Audio Producer: Scott Stronach Mamamia studios are styled with furniture from Fenton and Fenton.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 23, 2025 • 6min
MORNING TEA: Dawson’s Creek Reunion, 5SOS Comeback Hints & The Baldoni-Lively Saga Heats Up
Morning Tea is your weekday hit of celebrity news, pop culture drama and internet chaos — all in the time it takes to drink your morning coffee (or tea!).☕️ An emotional Dawson’s Creek reunion raises funds for cancer, with James Van Der Beek sending a heartfelt message and the cast ending the night in a singalong.☕️ Boyband 5 Seconds of Summer tease a comeback with a mysterious new Instagram account.☕️ Jimmy Kimmel’s guest line-up revealed ahead of his big return.☕️ The Justin Baldoni–Blake Lively legal saga takes a wild turn with an arrest at Travis Kelce’s home.☕️ Plus, a Coldplay concert viral moment gets some long-awaited clarification. Once you’ve devoured this morning’s celeb stories, get your daily news headlines from The Quicky here. Our new podcast Watch Party is out now, listen to our deep-dive into The Summer I Turned Pretty on Apple or Spotify. THE END BITS Support independent women's media Follow us on TikTok, Instagram and Facebook. And subscribe to our brand new Youtube channel. Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here. Discover more Mamamia Podcasts here. CREDITS Host & Producer: Ash London Executive Producer: Monisha Iswaran Mamamia studios are styled with furniture from Fenton and Fenton.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 23, 2025 • 40min
Blake Lively’s Instagram Post Ignited A New Controversy & A Netflix Update That Has Us Swooning
It has just been confirmed that Jimmy Kimmel's late-night show will be reinstated after being taken off air, following an avalanche of outrage from Hollywood’s biggest stars. But before you start celebrating, there is a catch.Plus, it appears that the stars of two of our comfort shows, Gossip Girl and Gilmore Girls, are teaming up for a new movie, but it’s not quite above board yet, so allow us to explain.Speaking of Gossip Girl, Blake Lively posted a seemingly innocent collection of images to her Instagram account this week and the fallout has been immense. From divorce rumours, to new celebrity feuds and even Taylor Swift being dragged back into the fray again, we need to unpack exactly how this all blew up. LISTEN Can't get enough comfort movie content? Find out more about the rom coms coming your way here. And if you can't get enough celeb gossip, listen to The Celeb Break-up That Made Our Jaws DropTHE END BITS Our new podcast Watch Party is out now, listen to our deep-dive into The Summer I Turned Pretty on Apple or Spotify. Support independent women's media Follow us on TikTok, Instagram and Facebook. And subscribe to our brand new Youtube channel. Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here. Discover more Mamamia Podcasts here. Do you have feedback or a topic you want us to discuss on The Spill? Send us a voice message, or send us an email thespill@mamamia.com.au and we'll come back to you ASAP! CREDITS Hosts: Laura Brodnik and Tina Burke Executive Producer: Monisha Iswaran Audio Producer: Scott Stronach Mamamia studios are styled with furniture from Fenton and Fenton.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 22, 2025 • 6min
MORNING TEA: Jimmy Kimmel's Return, Zayn Malik's Residency & Reese Shocks Jen Aniston
Over 400 stars have backed Jimmy Kimmel after Disney suspended his show — and now he’s officially returning to air. Plus, Zayn Malik scores his own Las Vegas residency, and Tom Holland suffers a concussion filming Spider-Man in Glasgow. We also cover Reese Witherspoon dropping a bombshell on Jennifer Aniston in a new interview, the surprise understudy stepping in for James Van Der Beek at the Dawson’s Creek reunion and Dua Lipa parting ways with her longtime manager. Once you’ve devoured this morning’s celeb stories, get your daily news headlines from The Quicky here. Our new podcast Watch Party is out now, listen to our deep-dive into The Summer I Turned Pretty on Apple or Spotify. THE END BITS Support independent women's media Follow us on TikTok, Instagram and Facebook. And subscribe to our brand new Youtube channel. Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here. Discover more Mamamia Podcasts here. CREDITS Host & Producer: Ash London Executive Producer: Monisha Iswaran Mamamia studios are styled with furniture from Fenton and Fenton.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 22, 2025 • 29min
Nina Dobrev & Zac Efron’s Revenge Hook-Up and We Have Notes On Taylor Swift’s New Movie
Matthew McConaughey has shared the secret to his happy 13-year marriage, and one of our hosts has some strong feelings about it.Plus, when a long-term couple breaks up, who gets custody of the friendship group? It’s a scenario we can see playing out in Hollywood right now following Nina Dobrev and Shaun White’s split and their famous friend group. Plus, you might have seen pics of Nina’s revenge hookup with Zac Efron, so allow us to explain what happened.And Taylor Swift has a new movie coming to Australian cinemas for a limited time, and now we know all the gritty details of what it will be about, we have a few notes and some feedback.LISTENA Brutally Honest Review Of The Summer I Turned Pretty's Final SeasonTaylor Swift’s Engagement Photo Is Packed With Secret DetailsA Brutally Honest Review Of Taylor Swift's FameAsk Em & Laura Anything (Like, Literally Anything)THE END BITSOur new podcast Watch Party is out now, listen to our deep-dive into The Summer I Turned Pretty on Apple or Spotify. Support independent women's media Follow us on TikTok, Instagram and Facebook. And subscribe to our brand new Youtube channel. Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here. Discover more Mamamia Podcasts here. Do you have feedback or a topic you want us to discuss on The Spill? Send us a voice message, or send us an email thespill@mamamia.com.au and we'll come back to you ASAP! CREDITS Hosts: Laura Brodnik and Ksenija Lukich Executive Producer: Monisha Iswaran Audio Producer: Scott Stronach Mamamia studios are styled with furniture from Fenton and Fenton.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.


