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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.
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Jan 23, 2024 • 58min
Epstein List, Gypsy-Rose Blanchard & South Africa v Israel
Unveiling Epstein's list with shocking names, South Africa's legal battle against Israel for genocide allegations, Gypsy Rose Blanchard's deceitful tale, controversy over Australia Day, and highlights from the 2024 awards season

Dec 19, 2023 • 40min
US Abortion Laws, Prince Harry & Nicki. Minaj
Prince Harry wins case against UK tabloid, Texas woman denied abortion, controversy around Kanye's 'New Body' collaboration with Nicki Minaj, crackdown on influencers' misleading advertising claims

Dec 12, 2023 • 46min
Alan Jones, TIME Person of the Year & US Vetoes Ceasefire
Alan Jones, controversial shock jock, and his predatory behavior accusations are discussed. Taylor Swift named TIME Person of the Year with controversy surrounding the choice. The US vetoing a UN resolution for a Gaza ceasefire. Selena Gomez defends her relationship online. Love triangle drama involving Sabrina Carpenter, Olivia Rodrigo, and Joshua Bassett. Reflection on Anastasia Palaszczuk's legacy as QLD Premier. Dilemma of separating the artist from the art.

Dec 6, 2023 • 50min
'The Higgins Trial', Matt Rife & Spotify Wrapped
Comedian Matt Rife faces backlash for controversial joke. Sabrina Carpenter's music video scandalizes the Catholic Church. Discussion on the High Court ruling on immigration detention. Exploring the word of the year 'Rizz' and modern vernacular.

Nov 28, 2023 • 40min
Brad Pitt, Gaza Media Coverage & Child Abuse Study
Brad Pitt, actor with a complicated relationship with his kids, discusses the Gaza media coverage, child abuse study, and his ongoing custody battle. The podcast also covers a fun party theme, Israel-Gaza updates, negative comments on Brad Pitt's adopted child, and the dismissal of a controversial public servant.

Nov 21, 2023 • 39min
North West, Big Company Tax and The ARIA’s
Big companies paying $0 in income tax, the ARIA's, Kim Kardashian balancing business and motherhood, school students strike for climate change, and Matildas landmark pay deal.

Nov 14, 2023 • 45min
Rental Crisis, Climate Refugees & The Guy on the Chiefs
High Court rules indefinite immigration detention unlawful, the Hollywood strike ends, Australia to accept climate refugees from Tuvalu, rental availability hits all-time low, Israel’s humanitarian pause explained and who is Brittany Mahomes? https://www.instagram.com/bigsmalltalk_pod/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 7, 2023 • 43min
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-appealSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 31, 2023 • 38min
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 • 44min
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.


