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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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Jun 25, 2025 • 37min
SMALL TALK: What Can We Learn From Attachment Styles? With Psychologist Rashida
In this engaging discussion, Rashida Dungarwalla, the founder and principal psychologist of Flow State Space, dives into the nuances of attachment styles and their impact on relationships. She reflects on the evolution of attachment theory from child-caregiver dynamics to adult romance. The conversation unpacks how attachment styles manifest in romantic relationships, family dynamics, and even sibling interactions. Rashida also emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and communication in navigating these styles for healthier relationships.
Jun 24, 2025 • 45min
BIG TALK: The Salem Witch Trials PART TWO
In part two we discuss how the legal trials took place, which 'witch tests' the court used, why this went unchecked and how long it took until people began to express their remorse and how this has been reflected on in history.
Jun 24, 2025 • 55min
US Bombs Iran, Mushroom Trial & JB Standing On Business
US bombs Iran to wipe out potential nuclear weaponry, Trump declares ceasefire. The trial of Erin Patterson, the poison mushroom lady, nears its end. New Australian tax reform announcement. Justin and Hailey Bieber divorce rumours amidst bizarre string of Instagram posts, captions and viral paparazzi moment.
Jun 18, 2025 • 58min
SMALL TALK: Which 'Wellness' Trends Are Actually Toxic? With Laura Henshaw
I am very excited to have the gorgeous Laura Henshaw, co-founder and CEO of KIC app and co-host of KICPOD, as the Small Talk guest this week!
We first have to discuss the very exciting news of her pregnancy and how she is feeling after her series 'Do I Want Kids?'.
But the crux of todays episode is actually to pick Laura's brain on all the different 'wellness' trends that I am being bombarded with online - from #diettok to #skinnytok to gut health. How do we know which ones are toxic? What is the effect of these trends?
TULA DRINKS (my friends adorable looking, delicious, non-alcoholic drinks brand that we're sipping on!)
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Jun 17, 2025 • 40min
BIG TALK: The Salem Witch Trials PART ONE
We know this one is a little different and certainly not something the was hitting he headlines in our lifetime! However, the Witch Trials are a fascinating part of history that is continually referred to and remains relevant to our modern day and continually experiences resurgences in our pop culture.
So in part one, we look at the origins of witches, what led to the Salem witch trials, who the 'afflicted' girls were and who were among the first to be accused. We also see parallels to our modern day in the way women and minorities were targeted and conservatism weaponised.
Jun 17, 2025 • 58min
ICE Raids, Sabrina Carpenter & Iran
Another huge week in the news.
An update on the ICE raids, deployment of the national guard, protests and curfew enforced in LA. Sabrina Carpenters new album cover creates massive online controversy. Israel launched multiple strikes across Iran and they have now responded with further attacks. Australian influencer Indy Clinton hires a private investigator to find the anonymous trolls who have been attacking her online. Trump administration puts AUKUS under review. Call Her Daddy host, Alex Cooper, reveals in new documentary that she was sexually assaulted by her college Soccer Coach for years.
Jun 11, 2025 • 45min
SMALL TALK: What's The Best Friendship Advice? With Two Broke Chicks
Today I am joined by Two Broke Chicks to chat all things friendship.
We get messages every week asking us for advice on how to make friends as an adult, when to know you've outgrown a friendship, remaining friends with exes and how to have tough conversations with friends.
So who better to reach out to than best friend duo, Al and Sal, the authors of the book 'Finding Your People'!
Finding Your People
Two Broke Chicks
Jun 10, 2025 • 56min
Sydney Sweeney's Bathwater, Musk Breaks Up With Trump & Greta Thunberg on Freedom Flotilla
BIG episode this week!
Sydney Sweeney's decision to release a soap that has her actual bathwater in it has sparked debate over if she has 'set feminism back decades'.
Elon Musk and Trump are in the midst of a messy break up, meanwhile an Australian journalist is purposefully shot by police with rubber bullet during LA protests.
Judge dismisses Justin Baldoni's $400 million dollar countersuit to Blake Lively.
Israel seizes Gaza aid ship, the Freedom Flotilla, carrying Greta Thunberg and other prominent figures.
White Lotus stars Aimee Lou Wood and Walton Goggins give Variety an interview to put feud rumours to rest.
An Australian study reveals 2 out 3 men have committed intimate partner violence.
Jun 4, 2025 • 43min
SMALL TALK: Have You Heard About Instagram Face? With Lucinda Price (aka Froomes)
Comedian, performer and author of best selling book 'All I Ever Wanted Was To be Hot' (yes, correct title!!) joins me in studio to discuss cosmetic surgeries and the latest online phenomenon, 'instagram face', as inspired by this fantastic New Yorker article.
Check out Lucinda's book HERE and her socials HERE
Jun 3, 2025 • 34min
BIG TALK: The Catholic Church Cover Up of Child Sexual Abuse PART TWO
In part two we look at the ripple effect of the Bostons Globes articles across the US and how the church reacted. We then shifted to looking at the global impact, particularly in Ireland. Then the response in Australia, the royal commission, it's findings and how this is relevant today.
