

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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Jun 11, 2025 • 33min
The A-List Actress Who Called Out Meghan Markle Has Quietly Deleted The Evidence
On the show today, The Real Housewives Of Beverly Hills has added a very surprising new cast member, one who has shaped celebrity pop culture and fashion for decades. So now lets talk about the woman who has a very scandalous past with the likes of Lindsay Lohan, Nicole Richie, and Paris Hilton.Plus, Brooke Shields has been in the headlines this week thanks to an interview she gave about appearing on a panel alongside Meghan Markle, and why she felt the need to interrupt her and call her “too precious”. Now we need to deep dive into what really happened, who the interviewer was (because she has very strong ties to the royal family), and what the fallout was for Meghan this week after she posted a very specific video. If you can't get enough Meghan Markle content, have a listen to these: Meghan Markle’s New Controversy & Our Favourite Nepo-Baby Is BackWhat's Really Fuelling The Meghan Markle And Prince Harry Divorce Story GET IN TOUCH: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!Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here. THE END BITSThe Spill podcast is on Instagram here.Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here.Subscribe to MamamiaCREDITSHosts: Laura Brodnik and Em VernemExecutive Producer: Monisha IswaranAudio Producer: Scott Stronach Mamamia studios are styled with furniture from Fenton and Fenton. Visit: fentonandfenton.com.auBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 10, 2025 • 23min
The Damaging Accusation Blake Lively Can’t Escape & Why The Project Was Cancelled
On the show today, Hollywood stars invaded the Tony Awards this weekend (Broadway’s version of the Oscars), and now we need to talk about the most scandalous and heartwarming moments from the event. And in sad news for the Australian TV industry, The Project has been cancelled after more than 16 years on air, and now we need to talk about what led to this decision and what it means for our entertainment industry.Plus, Justin Baldoni’s countersuit against Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds has been dismissed by the judge, but despite what you may have read in the headline,s this very messy legal battle is far from over.GET IN TOUCH: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!Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here. THE END BITSThe Spill podcast is on Instagram here.Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here.Subscribe to MamamiaCREDITSHosts: Laura Brodnik and Ksenija LukichExecutive Producer: Monisha IswaranAudio Producer: Scott Stronach Mamamia studios are styled with furniture from Fenton and Fenton. Visit: fentonandfenton.com.auBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 9, 2025 • 28min
Here's What You Should Read Next
There's a wintery long weekend upon us and that means we’re all in desperate need of some new reading material. So whether you’re planning to cuddle up on the couch, hide from your family, or simply need something to get lost in while you enjoy the extra day of work, we've got you covered. From thrillers to horror, classic novels, rom-coms and memoirs here are the books that made us laugh, cry and stay up all night.Plus, read Laura Brodnik's article: The 'Vodka Vegetable Chocolate' theory will change the way you read books forever.GET IN TOUCH: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!Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here. THE END BITSThe Spill podcast is on Instagram here.Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here.Subscribe to MamamiaCREDITSHosts: Laura Brodnik and Em VernemExecutive Producer: Monisha IswaranAudio Producer: Scott Stronach Mamamia studios are styled with furniture from Fenton and Fenton. Visit: fentonandfenton.com.au Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 6, 2025 • 36min
These Cosy Movies Will Instantly Brighten Up Your Weekend
On the show today, since the weather in Australia is starting to get a bit chilly and we’re easing into winter, we’ve recorded a bit of a love letter to the cosiest movies of all time.From classic rom-coms, to heartwarming comedies, laugh out loud movies and underrated gems that are sure to become your new favourite films, these are the movies that will keep you company on a winter’s day.So snuggle up on the couch, nestle under a blanket, pour yourself a warm cup of coffee (or a glass of wine) and settle in to watch the movies that will make you feel feel like you’ve been wrapped up in a cosy warm hug. Subscribe to MamamiaGET IN TOUCH: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!Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here. THE END BITSThe Spill podcast is on Instagram here.Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here.Subscribe to MamamiaCREDITSHosts: Laura Brodnik and Em VernemExecutive Producer: Monisha IswaranAudio Producer: Scott Stronach Mamamia studios are styled with furniture from Fenton and Fenton. Visit: fentonandfenton.com.auBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 5, 2025 • 17min
Weekend Watch: A Chaotic Coming-Of-Age Comedy & The Thriller Everyone’s Talking About
First up, Survivors drops on Netflix tonight. An Aussie murder mystery packed with small-town secrets, haunting tension, and a seriously gripping story.Then, there’s a new comedy series on Disney+, Adults, that captures the chaos of twenty-something life in New York. It’s a fresh take on adulting, full of relatable misadventures and co dependent friendships.And finally, a buzzy limited series, Better Sister, full of complicated family dynamics and a murder mystery that’ll keep you hooked all weekend. Subscribe to MamamiaGET IN TOUCH: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!Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here. THE END BITSThe Spill podcast is on Instagram here.Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here.CREDITSHosts: Laura Brodnik and Em VernemExecutive Producer: Monisha IswaranAudio Producer: Scott StronachMamamia studios are styled with furniture from Fenton and Fenton. Visit: fentonandfenton.com.auBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 5, 2025 • 33min
Kylie Jenner’s Calculated Breast Confession & Our Favourite Celebrity Feud Has Reemerged
On the show today, the trailer for the new season of Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders has dropped, and we're getting excited about all the drama still to come.Plus, Kylie Jenner has responded to a TikToker's question with surprising candor, revealing exactly what she had done in her breast augmentation. So does that make her the ultimate girls’ girl and what does it all mean in the context of celebrity transparency?And The White Lotus co-stars Aimee Lou Wood and Walton Goggins have addressed the swirling rumours of a feud. You can read their interview with Variety here. We delve into their side of the story and discuss whether it's a genuine love affair or strategic PR move. Subscribe to MamamiaGET IN TOUCH: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!Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here. THE END BITSThe Spill podcast is on Instagram here.Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here.CREDITSHosts: Laura Brodnik and Em VernemExecutive Producer: Monisha IswaranAudio Producer: Scott Stronach Mamamia studios are styled with furniture from Fenton and Fenton. Visit: fentonandfenton.com.auBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 4, 2025 • 29min
The Famous Women Who Wronged Sydney Sweeney & Aussie Stars Banned From The Logies
On the show today, the Logies 2025 date has been confirmed, and while we prepare for Australian TV’s ‘night of nights’, some very well-known Australian TV stars have complained that they’ve been uninvited. Allow us to explain exactly what has happened.And in a clever business move, actress and producer Sydney Sweeney is selling her literal bathwater, and we have a very pressing question about the rule she’s set for who is allowed to buy it.Plus, in a huge week for Sydney Sweeney, she has also given a tell-all interview about ending her engagement and the career roadblocks she is facing, an interview in which she utters the one sentence we thought was forbidden in Hollywood. Subscribe to MamamiaGET IN TOUCH: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!Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here. THE END BITSThe Spill podcast is on Instagram here.Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here. Subscribe to MamamiaCREDITSHosts: Laura Brodnik and Ksenija LukichExecutive Producer: Monisha IswaranAudio Producer: Scott Stronach Mamamia studios are styled with furniture from Fenton and Fenton. Visit: fentonandfenton.com.auBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 3, 2025 • 27min
The Real Story Behind JoJo Siwa’s Relationship Confession & The Netflix Update You Need To Hear
On the show today, Netflix has hosted an interesting presentation, providing us updates on all of our favourite shows. Here are the updates you should be excited about and a few moments that left us disappointed.Plus, JoJo Siwa has confirmed that she is in a romantic relationship with her former Celebrity Big Brother UK co-star Chris Hughes. JoJo sensationally met Chris while locked in the Big Brother house, and made headlines thanks to the fallout linked to her Australian partner Kath Ebbs, who she was in a relationship with at the time.After previously denying the relationship, JoJo is now telling a different story, and we can pinpoint the moment her hand was forced.Subscribe to MamamiaGET IN TOUCH: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!Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here. THE END BITSThe Spill podcast is on Instagram here.Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here. Subscribe to MamamiaCREDITSHosts: Laura Brodnik and Ksenija LukichExecutive Producer: Monisha IswaranAudio Producer: Scott Stronach Mamamia studios are styled with furniture from Fenton and Fenton. Visit: fentonandfenton.com.auBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 2, 2025 • 26min
The Surprising Celebrity Names Linked To Taylor Swift’s Album Plot Twist
A former star of The Bachelor is going viral on TikTok thanks to a slightly scandalous book deal, and now we need to unpack exactly what happened and share our own thoughts (which might see us banned from BookTok forever). Plus, Taylor Swift surprised the world over the weekend when she shared an emotional letter detailing why she was finally able to buy her masters back. Now we need to talk about exactly what led to this moment, and the signs we should have been looking out for. We also need to debrief on the surprising celebrity name who liked her announcement and the very public victory dinner that followed. Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH: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!Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here. THE END BITSThe Spill podcast is on Instagram here.Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here. Subscribe to MamamiaCREDITSHosts: Laura Brodnik and Em VernemExecutive Producer: Monisha IswaranAudio Producer: Scott Stronach Mamamia studios are styled with furniture from Fenton and Fenton. Visit: fentonandfenton.com.auBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 30, 2025 • 36min
A Brutally Honest Review Of Sirens On Netflix.
Sirens, starring Meghann Fahy, Milly Alcock, and Julianne Moore, has been one of the most-watched TV shows in Australia for the past week, so now it’s time for a brutally honest (and very emotional) review.From where the story began, how it was adapted for Netflix, and what the cast really went through bringing this story to life on screen (let's just say the main actress lost some toe nails) we’re here to talk through all the behind the scenes stories that will change the way you see Sirens.We also need to talk about those glaring plot holes in the series, the unexpected scene that gave us chills, Kevin Bacon's villain story, and then unpack exactly what happened in that surprise finale scene, along with why the show needs to come back for a second season. Subscribe to MamamiaGET IN TOUCH: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!Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here. THE END BITSThe Spill podcast is on Instagram here.Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here. Subscribe to MamamiaCREDITSHosts: Laura Brodnik and Ksenija LukichExecutive Producer: Monisha IswaranAudio Producer: Scott Stronach Mamamia studios are styled with furniture from Fenton and Fenton. Visit: fentonandfenton.com.auBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.


