Big Small Talk
Big Small Talk: 5 PM Tuesdays So you want to know what’s happening in parliament, but you also want to know the latest in pop culture? Good, as you should.From the front page to your newsfeeds, no story is too serious, stale, funny or frivolous. Because, if you haven’t realised, loving pop culture doesn’t mean you don’t understand politics.Knowing all your shit? That’s hot. New Episodes 5pm Tuesday. Small Talk: 6 AM Thursdays It might not be tangible news but each week there’s something in the cultural zeitgeist that gets us all talking. We want to unpack these frivolous conversations, from new trends to relationship theories to life advice.In an age of never-ending small talk, we want to examine how these collective thoughts affect the way we see the world. We may even reach out to a few friends and experts to weigh in. Big Talk: Wednesday 6 AM - Last Two Weeks of Every Month Over the past few decades, there have been news headlines so shocking that we still hear and feel their impact, such as Roe V Wade, Monica Lewinsky, Epstein, Mabo and Hillsong. Don’t you think it’s about time you knew all the important and salacious details about the real stories that have happened that shaped our world today? Come on, I know you’re curious.
Latest episodes
Nov 7, 2023 • 45min
Poison Mushroom Charges, Jacob Elordi and Whistleblowers
Victorian woman charged with murder after serving death cap mushrooms, rates of intimate partner violence in teens, Jacob Elordi as Elvis, Gaza update, Beatles new song and whistleblower laws. https://www.instagram.com/bigsmalltalk_pod/Gaza:https://www.unicef.org.au/donate/children-gaza-crisis-appeal?expId=230002&variantId=Ahttps://www.savethechildren.org.au/donate/appeals/gaza-emergency-appeal
Oct 31, 2023 • 40min
Bruce Lehrmann, Lilie James & Taylor Swift’s 1989
Bruce Lehrmann's name revealed, Lilie James murdered, Taylor Swift releases 1989 (TV). Media coverage of tragic events. Subliminal nature of modern advertisements. Iceland's gender equality and Taylor Swift's '1989'. Update on Gaza situation and importance of being informed. Discussion on Halloween costumes and personal favorites.
Oct 24, 2023 • 46min
Youth Detention, Britney Spears & Gaza
Topics discussed include tragic death in youth detention, Britney Spears memoir release, increased parental leave, Hollywood strike impact on Halloween costumes, and update on Israel Hamas conflict.
Oct 17, 2023 • 47min
The Referendum Result, Matilda Djerf & Israel-Hamas Update
The podcast covers topics like referendum results, Scandi influencer backlash, Israel-Hamas conflict update, Jada Pinkett Smith and Will Smith confusion, New Zealand's new PM, and Beyonce at Taylor Swift's movie premiere.
Oct 12, 2023 • 47min
Israel-Hamas, The Voice & Bed Bugs
Israel-Gaza conflict, bed bug infestation in Paris, Voice to Parliament referendum, David Beckham's beekeeping and relationship with his father, Trump's trial for financial fraud, desensitization to absurdity and lack of legislation in political campaigns.
Oct 3, 2023 • 45min
The Disability Royal Commission, Matty J vs Clementine Ford & Inflation
The podcast discusses the final report of the Disability Royal Commission, a US soldier returning from North Korea, the clash between Clementine Ford and Matty J, rising inflation, an update on the Jonas divorce, and the resignation of Dan Andrews.
Sep 26, 2023 • 50min
Rupert Murdoch, WA Decriminalises Abortion & Taylor Swift with Travis Kelce
Topics include Rupert Murdoch's succession plan, WA decriminalising abortion, Taylor Swift's hidden puzzles, Travis Kelce rumors, Oscars drama fallout with Chris Rock seeking counseling, and controversies around female leadership in corporate settings.
Sep 19, 2023 • 44min
Russell Brand, ANU Stabbing and the VMA’s
Russell Brand allegations, dating app safety, ANU stabbing, VMA drama, new QLD law on naming before trial, Drew Barrymore controversy, men's fascination with Roman Empire, female equivalents of historical wonders discussed.
Sep 12, 2023 • 52min
Ashton Kutcher Apologises, Housing & Joe Jonas’ PR Tactics
Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis slammed for writing a character reference for a convicted rapist, the housing bill, Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner update, unmarked graves, Timothy Chalamet goes public with Kylie and an update on Spanish kiss. https://www.instagram.com/bigsmalltalk_pod/
Sep 5, 2023 • 52min
The Voice, Miley Cyrus and the Hollywood Strike
The Voice myths debunked, The Cyrus family feud, employment legislation, Hollywood strike, Qantas and Jonas divorce. https://www.instagram.com/bigsmalltalk_pod/
