Outlouders, it's the season of socialising, parties and most likely, more fancy drinks  than you can shake a cocktail stick at. Which is why today we wanted to share this episode of MID with you (hosted by our very own Holly Wainwright).  Holidays, celebrations, milestones. Wine o’clock, and the witching hour and the glass (or two) that marks the end of the work day. Alcohol is woven into our social lives in an almost invisible way. So what happens when you realise that the habit you thought of as your little helper is actually making everything worse? In this episode, we're talking to Shanna Whan from Sober In The Country about why Generation X women drink so damn much. Shanna says that 90% of the people who seek support from her peer-to-peer organisation are women aged between 40 and 60. That's us, friends. So why do Gen X women drink so damn much? How do you know if you’ve got a problem? And if it isn't you you're worried about, how do you talk to people in your life about their drinking? If this episode raised anything for you, here are some incredible resources: Sober In The CountryHello Sunday MorningAlcoholics AnonymousLife LineDrink Wise Want to hear Shanna's interview with Mia Freedman on No Filter? Click hereRead more about Shanna's story here THE END BITS  Share your feedback! Send us a voice message or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au  Follow us on Instagram @MidbyMamamia or sign up to the MID newsletter, dropping weekly here.  Want to go in the running to win a $50 voucher? Answer this short survey. CREDITS: Host: Holly Wainwright Executive Producer: Talissa Bazaz Assistant Production: Sandy McIntyre Audio Producer: Jacob Round Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It takes a village to raise a child, or so the saying goes. So why are we always telling the village to F off?  We unravel what's behind the idea of community being cancelled. Plus, our weekend recommendations include an addictive spy show, a T-shirt Mia’s about to send viral and… a dog pee cleaner? Also, mysterious playground encounters, a sudden loss and a festive backflip — it’s Best & Worst of the week.  Support independent women's media Get your tickets to the Mamamia Out Loud Live 2025 All or Nothing Tour Presented By Nivea Cellular  What To Listen To Next:  Listen to our latest episode: The Trends We Want To Return (Or Die For Good) Listen: Jay-Z And An Audacious Family PR Strategy Listen: It's Time We Talked About 'That Guy' Listen: Sibling Wealth Gaps & Ruined Christmases Listen: Our 5-Year Plans, Pay Gaps & Relationship Eras Listen: The 'Too Sexy' Pop Star & The Very Bad Son Listen: The 'Don't Be A Muppet' Good Guest Guide Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts  The End Bits:  Sign up to the Mamamia Out Loud Newsletter for all our recommendations and behind-the-scenes content in one place.  Recommendations:  Mia wants you to buy Makusart tees  Jessie wants you to buy DOG Wee Cleaner By Dr Lisa Holly wants you to watch Black Doves on Netflix  What To Read:  Read: Everything you need to know about the Mamamia Out Loud ALL OR NOTHING TOUR coming May 2025. Read: HOLLY WAINWRIGHT: 'Things I would buy my best friend for Christmas.' Read: There's a reason celebrity faces look different. Read: A mum's list of baby rules went viral, then came the messages. GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Send us an email at outloud@mamamia.com.au Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice message Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud CREDITS: Hosts: Holly Wainwright, Mia Freedman & Jessie Stephens  Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine Executive Producer: Emeline Gazilas Audio Production: Leah Porges Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jay-Z's making headlines globally. We explain the disturbing allegations that ended up all over the red carpet of a massive new Hollywood movie, and the statement he released to the world.  Can you copyright your… vibe? One influencer certainly thinks so. We unpack.  And, the very popular children’s book that has just been unmasked as the primary reason for Generation Anxious. It's time to throw back The Rainbow Fish, friends. Support independent women's media Get your tickets to the Mamamia Out Loud Live 2025 All or Nothing Tour Presented By Nivea Cellular  What To Listen To Next:  Listen to our latest episode: It's Time We Talked About 'That Guy' Listen: Sibling Wealth Gaps & Ruined Christmases Listen: Our 5-Year Plans, Pay Gaps & Relationship Eras Listen: The 'Too Sexy' Pop Star & The Very Bad Son Listen: The 'Don't Be A Muppet' Good Guest Guide Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts  The End Bits:  BreastScreen Australia Program Sign up to the Mamamia Out Loud Newsletter for all our recommendations and behind-the-scenes content in one place.  What To Read:  Read: Everything you need to know about the Mamamia Out Loud ALL OR NOTHING TOUR coming May 2025. Read: HOLLY WAINWRIGHT: 'Things I would buy my best friend for Christmas.' Read: Did this book shape your childhood? Apparently it's why we all need therapy. Read: Jay-Z has been accused of raping a 13yo girl alongside Sean 'Diddy' Combs. Read: Beyoncé met Jay-Z when she was 18-years old. This is their tumultuous love story. Read: Jay-Z accused of rape in refiling of lawsuit, and all the other allegations against Sean 'Diddy' Combs. Read: Taylor Swift's Eras Tour is finally over. Here's everything that happened in the last two years. GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Send us an email at outloud@mamamia.com.au Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice message Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud CREDITS: Hosts: Holly Wainwright, Mia Freedman & Jessie Stephens  Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine Executive Producer: Emeline Gazilas Audio Production: Leah Porges Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A man was shot dead on a NYC street and within 48 hours his killer has become a pin-up worthy of a lookalike competition. Amelia Lester explains the story behind the headlines that are everywhere.  Plus, planning to freeze your teenage daughter’s eggs? Incredible generosity or helicopter parenting soaring every higher? We unpack.  And, everyone wants to know if Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck are reuniting. But what if "Mankeeping" is the reason you keep seeing them photographed together? We unpack what that is exactly... and if it might be something you;re doing too.  Support independent women's media Get your tickets to the Mamamia Out Loud Live 2025 All or Nothing Tour Presented By Nivea Cellular  What To Listen To Next:  Listen to our latest episode: Sibling Wealth Gaps & Ruined Christmases Listen: Our 5-Year Plans, Pay Gaps & Relationship Eras Listen: The 'Too Sexy' Pop Star & The Very Bad Son Listen: The 'Don't Be A Muppet' Good Guest Guide Listen: Harry & Meghan: Anatomy Of A Divorce Rumour Listen:  Family Gatherings, Opposite Opinions & Drama Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts  The End Bits:  BreastScreen Australia Program Sign up to the Mamamia Out Loud Newsletter for all our recommendations and behind-the-scenes content in one place.  What To Read:  Read: Everything you need to know about the Mamamia Out Loud ALL OR NOTHING TOUR coming May 2025. Read: Lookalikes, a message on a bullet and Monopoly money: The bizarre murder gripping America. Read: Welcome to the world of mankeeping. Read: HOLLY WAINWRIGHT: 'Things I would buy my best friend for Christmas.' GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Send us an email at outloud@mamamia.com.au Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice message Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud CREDITS: Hosts: Holly Wainwright, Mia Freedman & Amelia Lester  Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine Executive Producer: Emeline Gazilas Audio Production: Leah Porges Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's no secret that colour analysis changed Mia Freedman's life (she's been pretty vocal about it) so before party season really kicks off, listen to this stellar episode of Nothing To Wear.  From the importance of knowing your season (summer, autumn, winter or spring), to understanding your undertone, to why black might not be your best neutral.  Leigh Campbell enlists the help of colour expert Kim Crowley, to learn how you can eliminate the noise — both in your wardrobe and when you're clothes shopping — by discovering your personal colour palette. Support independent women's media THE END BITS Listen to Mamamia Out Loud: Which Season Are You? The Colour Rules That Changed Our Wardrobes What Colour Are You? Take The Quiz Here  Want to shop the pod? Sign up to the Nothing To Wear Newsletter to see all the products mentioned plus more, delivered straight to your inbox after every episode. Check out Style Sense GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au CREDITS: Host: Leigh Campbell Guest: Mia Freedman Guest: Kim Crowley Producer: Emeline Gazilas Audio Producer: Lu Hill Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do you earn more than your sibling or vice versa? There's so much baggage to unpack around money and families but like the heroes we are, no task is too great nor too small. Be warned: This episode's sibling wealth gap discussion pulls no punches.  Plus, this week's recommendations including; a plea not to buy anything, followed swiftly by checks notes some things to buy (lol), and checks notes again... potatoes.  And, letting down a friend, a very-much needed catch up with another pal, and how Jessie’s cheating on us with her sister -- it’s Best & Worst of the week.  Support independent women's media Get your tickets to the Mamamia Out Loud Live 2025 All or Nothing Tour Presented By Nivea Cellular  What To Listen To Next:  Listen to our latest episode: Our 5-Year Plans, Pay Gaps & Relationship Eras Listen: The 'Too Sexy' Pop Star & The Very Bad Son Listen: The 'Don't Be A Muppet' Good Guest Guide Listen: Harry & Meghan: Anatomy Of A Divorce Rumour Listen: Sexy Movie Night With Mummy Listen: Christmas Grief, Cozzie Livs & Finding Joy Listen:  Family Gatherings, Opposite Opinions & Drama Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts  Recommendations:  Holly wants you to check out Poppy Cooks 24 days of potatoes  Jessie wants you to watch Buy Now! on Netflix  Jessie wants you to buy REN Micro Polish Cleanser  Em wants you to check out the app Cartered   The End Bits:  Sign up to the Mamamia Out Loud Newsletter for all our recommendations and behind-the-scenes content in one place.  $33 off - Mamamia’s biggest Black Friday discount ever.Get an all access pass to Mamamia for just $36. Enjoy $33 off a yearly subscription by heading here. What To Read:  Read: Everything you need to know about the Mamamia Out Loud ALL OR NOTHING TOUR coming May 2025. Read: The 'sibling wealth gap' is the centre of all your family drama. Read: A complete glossary of all the confusing words the kids won't stop saying. GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Send us an email at outloud@mamamia.com.au Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice message Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud CREDITS: Hosts: Holly Wainwright, Jessie Stephens & Em Vernem Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine Executive Producer: Emeline Gazilas Audio Production: Leah Porges Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What would you risk to help a family member? In the case of one of the most powerful people on the planet, the answer might be reputation, credibility and legacy. On the table today is US President Joe Biden's decision to pardon his son — the understandable act of a devoted dad or a morally dodgy decision? Also, why is 'sorted smugness' a thing now? Have a word please because a life that's completely in order is not something with which all of us are on board.  And, Sabrina Carpenter’s live show includes X-rated lyrics and simulated sex positions. But with a very young fanbase to consider, is her content just too much for little eyes and ears? We do a vibe check. Support independent women's media What To Listen To Next:  Listen to our latest episode: The 'Don't Be A Muppet' Good Guest Guide Listen: Harry & Meghan: Anatomy Of A Divorce Rumour Listen: Sexy Movie Night With Mummy Listen: Christmas Grief, Cozzie Livs & Finding Joy Listen: Holding Space For My 'Wicked' Vulva Listen:  Family Gatherings, Opposite Opinions & Drama Listen to Cancelled: Sabrina Carpenter: Love Triangles & Being Too Sexy Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts  The End Bits:  Sign up to the Mamamia Out Loud Newsletter for all our recommendations and behind-the-scenes content in one place.  $33 off - Mamamia’s biggest Black Friday discount ever.Get an all access pass to Mamamia for just $36. Enjoy $33 off a yearly subscription by heading here. What To Read:  Read: Everything you need to know about the Mamamia Out Loud ALL OR NOTHING TOUR coming May 2025. Read: HOLLY WAINWRIGHT: 'Christmas wishlists are out of control.' Read: Did Barry Keoghan just prove Sabrina Carpenter was right about him all along? Read: Addiction, unthinkable loss and dating his late brother's widow: Hunter Biden's complicated life. Read: 'The "Wednesday Waffle" is the one hack that saved my friendship group.' GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Send us an email at outloud@mamamia.com.au Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice message Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud CREDITS: Hosts: Holly Wainwright, Mia Freedman & Jessie Stephens  Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine Executive Producer: Emeline Gazilas Audio Production: Leah Porges Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you thought extravagant debutante balls were a Bridgerton thing of the past, think again. One happened in France over the weekend and it was Bridgerton, meets Coldplay and Goop. Here's why.  Plus, is bringing a baby into the office a form of psychological harassment? We discuss a new take on what workplace safety actually means — and why gossiping at work just got an image makeover.   Also, the anatomy of a rumour. Divorce watch for Harry and Meghan is on, according to Hollywood headlines. But why, how and where do such rumours even begin?  Support independent women's media What To Listen To Next:  Listen to our latest episode: Sexy Movie Night With Mummy Listen: Christmas Grief, Cozzie Livs & Finding Joy Listen: Holding Space For My 'Wicked' Vulva Listen:  Family Gatherings, Opposite Opinions & Drama Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts  The End Bits:  Sign up to the Mamamia Out Loud Newsletter for all our recommendations and behind-the-scenes content in one place.  $33 off - Mamamia’s biggest Black Friday discount ever.Get an all access pass to Mamamia for just $36. Enjoy $33 off a yearly subscription by heading here. What To Read:  Read: Everything you need to know about the Mamamia Out Loud ALL OR NOTHING TOUR coming May 2025. Read: HOLLY WAINWRIGHT: 'Christmas wishlists are out of control.' Read: Here's what's really fuelling the Meghan Markle and Prince Harry divorce story. Read: Prince Harry, Meghan Markle and the number that haunts them. GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Send us an email at outloud@mamamia.com.au Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice message Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud CREDITS: Hosts: Holly Wainwright, Mia Freedman & Jessie Stephens  Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine Executive Producer: Emeline Gazilas Audio Production: Leah Porges Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Outlouders, you might think you know a lot about Mia Freedman. She's pretty much an open book but there's one fundamental time in her life which she's never spoken about. Until now, that is.  In this Sunday Special, Mia opens up about a particularly vulnerable period when challenges around her marriage, fertility and career made for a tender heart and a soul that was looking for answers  But what happened when the place she went to for help turned out to be... a cult?  THE END BITS: Listen to new Mamamia Out Loud episodes  Support independent women's media Join the Month of MOVE Get $30 off a Mamamia subscription and get unlimited access to our feel-good exercise app. Head here to get a yearly subscription for just $39. Listen to more No Filter interviews here and follow us on Instagram here. Discover more Mamamia podcasts here. Feedback: podcast@mamamia.com.au Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice message, and one of our Podcast Producers will get back to you ASAP. Rate or review us on Apple by clicking on the three dots in the top right-hand corner, click Go To Show then scroll down to the bottom of the page, click on the stars at the bottom and write a review.   CREDITS: Host: Mia Freedman You can find Mia on Instagram here and get her newsletter here. Executive Producer: Naima Brown Audio Producer: Thom Lion Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culturesBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wedding tax, luxury content creators and bank details on wedding invitations. Wait… are we putting our bank details on wedding invites now? We’ve got some serious questions about wedding etiquette in 2024.  Plus, Jessie has a TV show she wants you to watch, Mia has a brilliant podcast episode for you to listen to and Em’s got a balm for your bits. Yes, you read that right and yes,  those are our recommendations  And, our Best & Worst of the week which include; the delicious part of travel, the festive season and some firm words and feedback for playgrounds.  Support independent women's media What To Listen To Next:  Listen to our latest episode: Christmas Grief, Cozzie Livs & Finding Joy Listen: Holding Space For My 'Wicked' Vulva Listen:  Family Gatherings, Opposite Opinions & Drama Listen: The Lie Nicole Kidman Still Has To Tell Listen: What Every Woman Needs To Hear From Her Ex Listen: "We Can See You... Could You Not?" Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts  Recommendations:  Mia wants you to listen to Holly Wainright and Bruna Papandrea on MID Jessie wants you to watch The Day of the Jackal on Binge Em wants you to try Vulva Care V Balm The End Bits:  Sign up to the Mamamia Out Loud Newsletter for all our recommendations and behind-the-scenes content in one place.  $33 off - Mamamia’s biggest Black Friday discount ever.Get an all access pass to Mamamia for just $36. Enjoy $33 off a yearly subscription by heading here. What To Read:  Read: Everything you need to know about the Mamamia Out Loud ALL OR NOTHING TOUR coming May 2025. Read: HOLLY WAINWRIGHT: 'Christmas wishlists are out of control.' Read: Modern Etiquette: The 38 things we all really need to stop doing at weddings. Read: 'My sister won't let me come to her wedding unless I pay a "wedding tax."' Read: Are we just putting our bank details on wedding invites now? GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Send us an email at outloud@mamamia.com.au Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice message Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud CREDITS: Hosts: Holly Wainwright, Mia Freedman & Jessie Stephens  Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine Executive Producer: Emeline Gazilas Audio Production: Leah Porges Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.