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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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Feb 16, 2023 • 35min
Submitting To My Husband Like It’s 1959
Subscribe to Mamamia Spy balloons, UFOs and conspiracies: Should we be preparing for a wave of extraterrestrial sightings? Plus, unpacking the rise of the 'tradwife' - what does it mean, and what does it tell us about modern relationships? And our best and worst of the week, ranging from work mojos to halfway points to family. The End Bits: Listen to our last episode: A Public Feud About Work Hours RECOMMENDATIONS: Jessie wants you to follow Professor Emily Oster on Instagram Sign up to the Mamamia Out Loud Newsletter for all our recos from the week in one place. GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at outloud@mamamia.com.au Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. CREDITS: Hosts: Mia Freedman, Jessie Stephens & Holly Wainwright Producer: Emma Gillespie Audio Producer: Leah Porges Assistant Producer: Susannah Makin 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.

Feb 15, 2023 • 43min
When Being Good In Bed Is Bad
Listen to Mia and Holly's fight Subscribe to Mamamia Rihanna’s iconic Superbowl performance broke the internet on Monday. Is it changing the face - or bump - of modern pregnancy? Plus, a story about a woman who made 22 of her friends move to her suburb. Is Proximity Friendship a thing? And, a conversation about a reality star, sexual identity, and when being good in bed is bad. The End Bits: Listen to our last episode: The Fight That Wasn’t Meant To Be A Podcast Get access to The Living With Teens Summit Listen to the Cancelled ep on John Mayer RECOMMENDATIONS: Mia wants you to listen to The Friendship Project by Rebecca Sparrow. Sign up to the Mamamia Out Loud Newsletter for all our recos from the week in one place. GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at outloud@mamamia.com.au Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. CREDITS: Hosts: Mia Freedman, Jessie Stephens & Holly Wainwright Producer: Emma Gillespie Audio Producer: Leah Porges Assistant Producer: Susannah Makin 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.

Feb 13, 2023 • 37min
Harry Styles Has P*ssed Off The Internet (Again)
Subscribe to Mamamia From The Grammys to The Brits, Harry Styles has dominated the music industry's awards season. But it's not his music everyone's talking about, so what's Harry done to piss off the Internet this time? Plus, what is 'deep fake' porn, and do we need to be worried about it? And, as the current wave of modern etiquette rules continues to baffle and delight, what are the biggest things your hairdresser wishes you’d stop doing? The End Bits: Read: Modern Etiquette: The 10 things hairdressers wish you'd stop doing when you come in. Listen to our last episode: The Friendship Breakup Text You Should Never Send RECOMMENDATIONS: Jessie wants you to watch Cunk On Earth on Netflix. Sign up to the Mamamia Out Loud Newsletter for all our recos from the week in one place. GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at outloud@mamamia.com.au Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. CREDITS: Hosts: Mia Freedman, Jessie Stephens & Holly Wainwright Producer: Emma Gillespie Audio Producer: Leah Porges Assistant Producer: Susannah Makin 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.

Feb 10, 2023 • 38min
Introducing: HER with Sophie Cachia
Introducing Mamamia's newest podcast HER with Sophie Cachia Sophie Cachia was a married mum-of-two when her life changed unexpectedly after meeting… HER. And she isn’t alone. Over six episodes, Sophie speaks to women from across the world whose lives changed when they discovered they were attracted to women. This episode Sophie speaks to Zara Cooper founder of Paperkrane shoes. Zara was married to her high school sweetheart for nearly 20 years, when one day at a children's birthday party she met a woman who changed the trajectory of her life...Three years on, Zara is in a beautiful relationship with her partner Janine, and she shares with Sophie how her life changed when she met HER. Listen to Sophie's bonus episode talking about how to go down on a woman here. THE END BITS Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH: Want to share your story? Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au CREDITS:Host: Sophie Cachia Our guest: Zara Cooper, co-founder of PaperKrane shoes Executive Producer: Talissa Bazaz Audio Producer: Madeline Joannou 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.

Feb 10, 2023 • 43min
The Friendship Breakup Text You Should Never Send
Subscribe to Mamamia Some very passive-aggressive media coverage this week has us unpacking society’s big problem with women who aren’t with their children all the time. Plus, corporate speak has had a comeback and it's creeping into your friendships. Is it a lesson in how not to end a friendship? And, our best and worst moments of the week, ranging from trivia to DIY-related injuries to a dog therapy update. The End Bits: Listen to our last episode: Mia's Low Dopamine Mornings RECOMMENDATIONS: Jessie wants you to listen to The New Gurus podcast and Holly wants you to watch Mamamia's new Skin Makeup & Beauty video series. Sign up to the Mamamia Out Loud Newsletter for all our recos from the week in one place. GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at outloud@mamamia.com.au Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. CREDITS: Hosts: Mia Freedman, Jessie Stephens & Holly Wainwright Producer: Emma Gillespie Audio Producer: Leah Porges Assistant Producer: Susannah Makin 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.

Feb 8, 2023 • 49min
The Concern Trolling Of Madonna’s Face
Listen to Holly's One Piece of Baby Advice for Jessie The weight-loss “miracle drug” that Hollywood stars have co-opted from the people who actually need it. Plus, the growing trend of women who really, really want to be left alone. And Madonna’s face. Apparently, it’s ‘confusing fans’. But who’s confused, exactly? The End Bits: Support those affected by the earthquake in Turkey and Syria: AKUT Search and Rescue Association Direct Relief: Turkey-Syria Earthquake Relief Listen to The Quicky: Is Ozemipic Really A Weight Loss Wonder Drug? Listen to our last episode: Holly's One Piece of Baby Advice for Jessie RECOMMENDATIONS: Holly wants you to watch Kaleidoscope on Netflix. Sign up to the Mamamia Out Loud Newsletter for all our recos from the week in one place. GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at outloud@mamamia.com.au CREDITS: Hosts: Mia Freedman, Jessie Stephens & Holly Wainwright Producer: Emma Gillespie Audio Producer: Leah Porges Assistant Producer: Susannah Makin 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.

Feb 6, 2023 • 42min
Armie Hammer & The D*ckhead Test
Subscribe to Mamamia Armie Hammer has broken his silence, admitting to a “very intense and extreme lifestyle,” but denying allegations of sexual abuse. What comes next for the cancelled actor? Plus, do you know how to behave? Unpacking the definitive directory of modern etiquette rules. And as Pamela Anderson takes back control of her narrative, what have we learned from her return to the spotlight? The End Bits: Watch Pamela, A Love Story on Netflix Read the full list of The Cut/New York Magazine's etiquette rules here RECOMMENDATIONS: Mia wants you to read Open Book by Jessica Simpson Sign up to the Mamamia Out Loud Newsletter for all our recos from the week in one place. GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at outloud@mamamia.com.au CREDITS: Hosts: Mia Freedman, Jessie Stephens & Holly Wainwright Producer: Emma Gillespie Audio Producer: Leah Porges Assistant Producer: Susannah Makin 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.

Feb 3, 2023 • 42min
The Music Video That Divided The Internet
Subscribe to Mamamia On today's show, we're unpacking the contradictions and coded bigotry surrounding the outrage over Sam Smith's new music video. Plus, a corner of the internet is calling for the cancellation of gym mirrors. Do we care more about how we look when we exercise, than the actual exercise itself? And our best and worst of the week ranging from teenagers to deadlines to scary swims. The End Bits: Listen to our last episode: Jessie's Been Doing 'Schema Therapy' Get tickets for The Living With Teens Summit RECOMMENDATIONS: Holly wants you to start a veggie garden. Sign up to the Mamamia Out Loud Newsletter for all our recos from the week in one place. GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at outloud@mamamia.com.au CREDITS: Hosts: Mia Freedman, Jessie Stephens & Holly Wainwright Producer: Emma Gillespie Audio Producer: Leah Porges Assistant Producer: Susannah Makin 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.

Feb 1, 2023 • 38min
Marie Kondo Has Gone Goblin Mode
Listen to Mia's Botox Surrender Subscribe to Mamamia We thought it was behind us, but the retro trend of sunbaking is on the rise across social media, and among young people. Have new regulations wound back the clock on sun safety? Plus, the queen of tidying has given up. Did Marie Kondo deceive us? And… has the viral parenting advice out of Denmark unlocked the key to living with teens? The End Bits: Listen to The Quicky: What’s Going On In Alice Springs? To learn more about melanoma & Emma Bett's legacy, check out Dear Melanoma Get tickets for The Living With Teens Summit Listen to our last episode: Mia's Botox Surrender RECOMMENDATIONS: Holly wants you to watch read The Paper Palace and all those other books you've been meaning to get around too. Sign up to the Mamamia Out Loud Newsletter for all our recos from the week in one place. GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at outloud@mamamia.com.au CREDITS: Hosts: Mia Freedman, Jessie Stephens & Holly Wainwright Producer: Emma Gillespie Audio Producer: Leah Porges Assistant Producer: Susannah Makin 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.

Jan 30, 2023 • 39min
Australian Of The Year: Not Everyone's Happy
Subscribe to Mamamia In news that will surprise no one, not everyone is happy with the choice of the Australian Of The Year - again. Plus… the Michael Clark/Pip Edwards ‘Circus’ is apparently not over. Are we still judging women on their dating history, weight, and parenting? And, the culture has declared it's done with embracing 'cringe.' Are we ready for the return of the mysterious 'cool-girl'? The End Bits: Read how we covered Pip Edwards last week: How Pip Edwards built a global multi-million dollar brand in 7 years. Listen to the Her with Sophie Cachia RECOMMENDATIONS: Mia wants you to watch You People on Netflix. Sign up to the Mamamia Out Loud Newsletter for all our recos from the week in one place. GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at outloud@mamamia.com.au CREDITS: Hosts: Mia Freedman, Jessie Stephens & Holly Wainwright Producer: Emma Gillespie Audio Producer: Leah Porges Assistant Producer: Susannah Makin 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.