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Mamamia Podcasts
Australia's #1 podcast for women is where smart women come for good conversation — with an occasional side serve of chaos. Covering news, pop culture and big ideas, plus the small stuff that matters, Mamamia Out Loud is hosted by journalists and authors Mia Freedman, Jessie Stephens and Holly Wainwright. It's your daily dose of conversation that's like catching up with your best, funniest and sharpest friends in the group chat, offering conversation at its most addictive.
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Jul 31, 2023 • 39min
The Logies Is Having An Identity Crisis
Subscribe to Mamamia The Logies is trapped between two worlds. And it makes for awkward viewing. We unpack the television’s ‘night of nights’ and talk the winners, the losers, and where The Logies stand in 2023. Plus is the main character of the Barbie movie… not actually Barbie? We are feeling the Kenergy. And there’s a new problem plaguing millennials at work. It turns out, ‘momagers’ are not just for celebrity kids. So, does everyone just want a “work mum” now? The End Bits If you want to hear our full thoughts on Barbie 2023, listen here: Emergency Meeting: Our Verdict On The New Barbie Film Listen to our latest episode: And Just Like That ... Aidan Is Back RECOMMENDATION: Holly wants you to watch SmartLess: On The Road on Binge. Sign up to the Mamamia Out Loud Newsletter for all our recommendations in one place. GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Leave us a voicememo or email us at outloud@mamamia.com.au Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud CREDITS: Hosts: Mia Freedman, Clare Stephens & Holly WainwrightExecutive Producer: Elissa Ratliff Producer: Susannah Makin Audio Producer: 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. Just by reading our articles or listening to our podcasts, you’re helping to fund girls in schools in some of the most disadvantaged countries in the world - through our partnership with Room to Read. We’re currently funding 300 girls in school every day and our aim is to get to 1,000. Find out more about Mamamia at mamamia.com.auBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Jul 28, 2023 • 42min
An Unpopular Opinion About The Vulnerability Epidemic
Listen to our latest recap of And Just Like That Episode 7 Subscribe to Mamamia Is it time for the rich and famous to stop telling us how miserable they are? We unpack why some some of the world’s most ‘successful’ people are still simply not happy.Plus, when is the right time to announce a pregnancy? We dish some very personal advice you won’t want to miss.And… Holly, Mia and Clare wrap up their best and worst of the week which includes a skin condition, screaming at the movies and...the 80s. The End Bits Listen to our latest episode: And Just Like That ... Aidan Is Back RECOMMENDATION: Holly wants you to read about Happy Dog TheorySign up to the Mamamia Out Loud Newsletter for all our recommendations in one place. GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Leave us a voicememo or email us at outloud@mamamia.com.au Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud CREDITS: Hosts: Mia Freedman, Clare Stephens & Holly WainwrightProducer: Emeline Gazilas Audio Producer: Leah Porges Executive Producer: Talissa Bazaz 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. Just by reading our articles or listening to our podcasts, you’re helping to fund girls in schools in some of the most disadvantaged countries in the world - through our partnership with Room to Read. We’re currently funding 300 girls in school every day and our aim is to get to 1,000. Find out more about Mamamia at mamamia.com.auBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 26, 2023 • 36min
Why Mothers Don't Deserve Extra Points
Listen to Emergency Meeting: Our Verdict On The New Barbie Film Subscribe to Mamamia Should you get extra credit if you’re also a mother? From Barbie director Greta Gerwig to Matilda's football star Katrina Gorry, we discuss the praise women in the public eye have been receiving after having babies. Plus, the person behind one of the world's biggest celebrity gossip sites, DeuxMoi, has revealed they are living in fear of being unmasked. And… Holly, Mia and Clare unpack why so many young people are letting their friends track their phones. The End Bits Listen to our latest episode: Emergency Meeting: Our Verdict On The New Barbie Film RECOMMENDATION: Mia wants you to check out Nala Strapless Underwire BraSign up to the Mamamia Out Loud Newsletter for all our recommendations in one place. GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Leave us a voicememo or email us at outloud@mamamia.com.au Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud CREDITS: Hosts: Mia Freedman, Clare Stephens & Holly WainwrightProducer: Emeline Gazilas Audio Producer: Leah PorgesExecutive Producer: Talissa Bazaz 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. Just by reading our articles or listening to our podcasts, you’re helping to fund girls in schools in some of the most disadvantaged countries in the world - through our partnership with Room to Read. We’re currently funding 300 girls in school every day and our aim is to get to 1,000. Find out more about Mamamia at mamamia.com.auBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 24, 2023 • 40min
The Question Everyone Is Asking About Barbie
Listen to our Episode 6 review of And Just Like That here... Subscribe to Mamamia It’s Barbie’s world and we’re just living in it! In todays episode we answer the one big question surrounding the new Barbie movie.Plus, teenagers are emotional garbage dumpers and their parents are just there to pick up the trash - Holly, Mia and Clare unpack a viral essay nailing what it’s like to be a teen.And… are our locked phone screens the new vision board? One Australian man’s personal goals have gone viral after he lost his phone. The End Bits Listen to our latest episode: And Just Like That...Miranda Got Dumped Twice RECOMMENDATION: Clare wants you to watch the film Don't Worry DarlingSign up to the Mamamia Out Loud Newsletter for all our recommendations in one place. GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Leave us a voicememo or email us at outloud@mamamia.com.au Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud CREDITS: Hosts: Mia Freedman, Clare Stephens & Holly WainwrightProducers: Susannah Makin & Emeline Gazilas Audio Producer: 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. Just by reading our articles or listening to our podcasts, you’re helping to fund girls in schools in some of the most disadvantaged countries in the world - through our partnership with Room to Read. We’re currently funding 300 girls in school every day and our aim is to get to 1,000. Find out more about Mamamia at mamamia.com.auBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 21, 2023 • 39min
When Your Face Is Everyone’s Worst Nightmare
Listen to our Episode 6 review of And Just Like That here... Subscribe to Mamamia The nation is in a glorious love bubble with 23 women - The Matildas. We unpack their triumphant win at the world cup and why everyone is suddenly obsessed with women’s sport.Plus, Holly, Mia and Clare try out the viral TikTok filter that makes you look older, and discuss the internets bizarre reactions to their own faces.And, we wrap up our best and worst of the week which includes, billionaire beef, the hell of housing rental crisis and... what you might find in the fridge. The End Bits Listen to our latest episode: And Just Like That...Miranda Got Dumped Twice Read Erin Docherty's piece about the TikTok ageing filter: ‘I’m a beauty editor. I tried TikTok's 'age filter' and I realised I was lying to myself.’ RECOMMENDATION: Mia wants you to listen to One Margarita by That Chick Angel. Sign up to the Mamamia Out Loud Newsletter for all our recommendations in one place. GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Leave us a voicememo or email us at outloud@mamamia.com.au Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud CREDITS: Hosts: Mia Freedman, Clare Stephens & Holly WainwrightProducers: Susannah Makin & Emeline Gazilas Audio Producer: 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. Just by reading our articles or listening to our podcasts, you’re helping to fund girls in schools in some of the most disadvantaged countries in the world - through our partnership with Room to Read. We’re currently funding 300 girls in school every day and our aim is to get to 1,000. Find out more about Mamamia at mamamia.com.auBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 19, 2023 • 37min
The Commonwealth Games Of It All
Listen here for a personal chat about age-gap relationships... Subscribe to Mamamia A major sporting event for 56 nations has been cancelled. We unpack the kerfuffle behind the 2026 Commonwealth Games. Plus, no-one wants to be “A Miranda” any more. Holly, Mia and Clare discuss why the internet is furious with Sex And The City’s most kick-arse character...and spoiler alert we are talking about the latest episode of And Just Like That. And… we dive into the sex education book-ban happening right here in Australia. The End Bits Listen to our latest episode: 'That Time I Dated A Guy Twice My Age' Read Holly's piece about Miranda: The Internet is furious with Miranda Hobbes. Maybe it's because she's a mirror. Listen to our latest review of And Just Like That: And Just Like That...We Have A Penis Pump RECOMMENDATION: Holly wants you to watch The Last Movie Stars on Binge. GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Leave us a voicememo or email us at outloud@mamamia.com.au Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud CREDITS: Hosts: Mia Freedman, Clare Stephens & Holly WainwrightProducers: Susannah Makin & Emeline Gazilas Audio Producer: 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. Just by reading our articles or listening to our podcasts, you’re helping to fund girls in schools in some of the most disadvantaged countries in the world - through our partnership with Room to Read. We’re currently funding 300 girls in school every day and our aim is to get to 1,000. Find out more about Mamamia at mamamia.com.auBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 17, 2023 • 37min
How To Avoid Cancellation: Cause Chaos
Listen to our latest And Just Like That recap here (BYO penis pump) Subscribe to Mamamia Is it harder to be a man than a woman in 2023? We unpack Mia’s No Filter interview with feminist icon Caitlin Moran, who surprisingly believes yes. Plus, Holly Mia and Clare unpack what to do with the people in your life who just won’t change their minds. And… is chaos the best PR strategy? We discuss why an Internet celebrity believes chaos is the most effective strategy for success. The End Bits Listen to our latest episode: And Just Like That...We Have A Penis Pump Listen to No Filter with Caitlin Moran: Is it harder to be a man than a woman? Caitlin Moran says YES. Read the Mamamia cover story: Caitlin Moran Thinks It’s Harder To Be A Man Than A Woman Right Now Read more about Pete Evans: This week Pete Evans did a comeback radio interview. Almost the entire conversation was censored. Read more about Caroline Calloway: Caroline Calloway was once the internet's biggest scammer. Here's what her life looks like now. RECOMMENDATION: Clare wants you to use the One Sec app. GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Leave us a voicememo or email us at outloud@mamamia.com.au Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud CREDITS: Hosts: Mia Freedman, Clare Stephens & Holly WainwrightProducers: Susannah Makin & Emeline Gazilas Audio Producer: 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. Just by reading our articles or listening to our podcasts, you’re helping to fund girls in schools in some of the most disadvantaged countries in the world - through our partnership with Room to Read. We’re currently funding 300 girls in school every day and our aim is to get to 1,000. Find out more about Mamamia at mamamia.com.auBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 15, 2023 • 55min
Emergency Meeting: Jessie’s Birth Story In Full
Subscribe to Mamamia In this emergency episode, Jessie Stephens shares all the details of her birth story. From her 62 and a half hour labour, to the first cuddle with baby Luna. The End Bits Listen to our latest episode: GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Leave us a voicememo or email us at outloud@mamamia.com.au Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on instagram @mamamiaoutloud CREDITS: Hosts: Mia Freedman, Holly Wainwright & Clare StephensProducers: Emeline Gazilas & Susannah Makin Audio Producer: 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. Just by reading our articles or listening to our podcasts, you’re helping to fund girls in schools in some of the most disadvantaged countries in the world - through our partnership with Room to Read. We’re currently funding 300 girls in school every day and our aim is to get to 1,000. Find out more about Mamamia at mamamia.com.auBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 14, 2023 • 44min
The Subtle New Way To Rank Famous Women
Subscribe to Mamamia Why have some of Hollywoods biggest stars walked off the red carpet, and what does it mean for all our favourite movies and TV shows? We explain the SAG-AFTRA's strike that has struck Hollywood overnight. Plus... mid. rizz. negging. We unpack what these words mean. And… Holly, Mia and Clare wrap the week with their bests and worst, from the worst kind of zoom calls, to broken vases and old dogs The End Bits Listen to our latest episode: And Just Like That...We Have A Penis Pump RECOMMENDATION: Mia wants you to check out white noise GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Leave us a voicememo or email us at outloud@mamamia.com.au Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud CREDITS: Hosts: Mia Freedman, Clare Stephens & Holly WainwrightProducers: Susannah Makin & Emeline Gazilas Audio Producer: 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. Just by reading our articles or listening to our podcasts, you’re helping to fund girls in schools in some of the most disadvantaged countries in the world - through our partnership with Room to Read. We’re currently funding 300 girls in school every day and our aim is to get to 1,000. Find out more about Mamamia at mamamia.com.auBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Jul 12, 2023 • 43min
Is #GirlDinner Just The Way Women Eat?
Subscribe to Mamamia Should you get paid less if you want to work from home? We have some argy bargy about what a former Victorian Premier has proposed for Aussie workplaces. Plus,#GirlDinner ... Mia, Clare and Holly unpack the new viral hashtag targeting a food trend amongst women. And… the day in the life of a baby. The tiktok videos new mothers are making from their newborns perspectives. The End Bits Listen to our latest episode: An Argy Bargy About 12-Year-Olds Buying $100 Moisturiser Read Elfy's article on #GirlDinner: 'You could eat #GirlDinner... or you could just grow up.' RECOMMENDATION: Holly wants you to watch Wham! on Netflix. GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Leave us a voicememo or email us at outloud@mamamia.com.au Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud CREDITS: Hosts: Mia Freedman, Clare Stephens & Holly WainwrightProducers: Susannah Makin & Emeline Gazilas Audio Producer: 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. Just by reading our articles or listening to our podcasts, you’re helping to fund girls in schools in some of the most disadvantaged countries in the world - through our partnership with Room to Read. We’re currently funding 300 girls in school every day and our aim is to get to 1,000. Find out more about Mamamia at mamamia.com.auBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.