

The Quicky
Mamamia Podcasts
Do you find the news cycle overwhelming? Depressing? Confusing? Boring? Endless?
Then you need The Quicky. Mamamia's daily podcast that gets you up to speed on the top stories, then deep dives on one topic you want to know more about.
It's the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day.
Then you need The Quicky. Mamamia's daily podcast that gets you up to speed on the top stories, then deep dives on one topic you want to know more about.
It's the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day.
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May 1, 2025 • 12min
Everything You Need To Know Ahead Of Diddy's Trial
From Grammy nominations to a prison cell; we break down how Sean "Diddy" Combs became the centre of one of entertainment's biggest criminal cases. As he prepares to face court next week we investigate how a single lawsuit opened the floodgates to more than 50 alleged victims coming forward... And in headlines today Simon Patterson broke down in court recalling seeing his parents in hospital after allegedly being poisoned by mushrooms served to them by his estranged wife; Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton are on a marginal seat blitz with just one full day left to convince Australians to back them at tomorrow's election; Mike Waltz, the US National Security Adviser who accidentally added a journalist to a classified group chat, is reportedly being forced out of the job; Russell Brand will face court in London today, accused of sexually abusing 4 women Listen to Kate Langbroek's No Filter conversation with Anthony Albanese hereAnd Peter Dutton here THE END BITSSupport independent women's mediaCheck out The Quicky Instagram hereGET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Hosts: Claire Murphy Guests: Tara Watson, Mamamia's Senior Entertainment Writer Executive Producer: Taylah Strano Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 30, 2025 • 14min
The Truth About Virginia Giuffre & Who Owns The Making Of A Meal?
Following the sudden death of Virginia Giuffre questions about what this means for Prince Andrew have started to surface. We look into Guiffre's lasting impact for victim-survivors and what happens now. Plus, a storm has erupted in the Australian food blogging community, with RecipeTin making serious allegations about recipe plagiarism against TikTok baker Brooki. And in headlines today a terrorism specialist will give evidence at the inquest into the Bondi stabbing attack today; Australian house prices continue to rise despite the economic uncertainty caused by Trumps trade tariffs; The woman accused of killing her in-laws with a deadly mushroom lunch has been accused of lying to police; Donald Trump believes the man his government wrongly deported to El Salvador had a gang tattoo on his knuckles despite being told the picture he was shown was photoshopped; Democracy sausages have expanded beyond Australia for the election this Saturday, with Aussie ex pats in New York and scientists in Antartica also enjoying the treat. If you or anyone you know needs expert help, please contact 1800 RESPECT (1800 737 732) — the National Sexual Assault, Domestic and Family Violence Counselling Service or contact Lifeline (13 11 14). If you are in immediate danger, call 000. THE END BITSSupport independent women's mediaCheck out The Quicky Instagram hereGET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy Guests: Cass Green, Mamamia Morning EditorAilish Delaney, Mamamia News Writer Executive Producer: Taylah Strano Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 30, 2025 • 5min
Inflation Falls & The PM Says He'd Gladly Ban Spam Election Texts
PM Anthony Albanese says he'll work to secure a call with Donald Trump to negotiate tariffs if they win the election; Peter Dutton has been asked about a secretive sect called the Brethren who have been seen supporting Liberals at polling stations despite their ban on voting; A political activist says those spam election texts we've been getting are more likely to turn us off than change our minds; Inflation has dropped into the RBA's target band for the first time in 3 years raising hopes for more rate cuts; The Prince and Princess of Wales are spending their 14th wedding anniversary back in Scotland where they first met. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS Host/Producer: Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 29, 2025 • 20min
100 Days of Trump & The Death of Casual Hobbies
Donald Trump's first 100 days back in the White House have been a whirlwind of executive orders and dramatic policy changes, but what else can we learn from Trump 2.0? Plus, why do millennials feel the need to turn every hobby into a side hustle? From casual knitting to running an Etsy empire, we investigate why we can't just do things for fun anymore. In today's headlines Three charges against alleged mushroom killer Erin Patterson have been dropped as the trial gets underway; Research shows Aussies who work from home are saving 3 hours a week and $5000 a year from not commuting; Amazon has denied they plan to include Trump's tariff import costs on its website for American customers after the White House criticised the idea; A historian is campaigning to heritage list three Australian pay phones, one that helped communities during the 2019/20 bushfires. Check out Em's podcasts The Spill and BIZ. THE END BITSSupport independent women's mediaCheck out The Quicky Instagram hereGET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy Guests: Amelia Lester, Deputy Editor Foreign Policy Magazine Em Vernem, host of The Spill & BIZ. Executive Producer: Taylah Strano Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 29, 2025 • 5min
'Quiet Australians' May Deliver Dutton Victory
Peter Dutton is relying on "quiet Australians" to get him over the line as a former political insider says protest votes could offer him a path to The Lodge; A prominent Indigenous leader has accused politicians of using Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as a political football; A regional disability provider has admitted to serious safety breaches after the death of a young Aboriginal woman; Almost one in seven women and girls skip sport because of their period; A man who allegedly broke into the home of television star Asher Keddie has been bailed. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS Host/Producer: Nicole Madigan Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 28, 2025 • 20min
We Asked Four Candidates About Your Top Election Concerns
With just four days until the federal election, we're putting your biggest concerns to candidates from across the political spectrum. From cost of living and healthcare to climate action and domestic violence, hear how Labor, Liberal, The Greens and an Independent candidate plan to address the issues that matter most to you. And in headlines today Hero police officer Inspector Amy Scott who ended the Bondi attackers rampage, will testify at the inquest today; A power outage has crippled Spain and Portugal with public transport shut down, flights grounded and traffic jammed; Russian President Vladimir Putin has called for three day ceasefire in Ukraine to mark the 80 year anniversary of WWII victory; The conclave to pick the new pope will begin on May 7 with some saying this will take longer than in previous years; The elderly men accused of robbing Kim Kardashian in Paris, stealing her engagement ring in 2016, have gone to trial. Want more on the election? Listen to these:Anthony Albanese, Prime Minister: The InterviewPeter Dutton: The InterviewThe 2025 Budget For Basic B*tchesFirst Home Buyer Policies Explained & What's Really Deciding Women's VotesPoliticians Try To Go ViralThree Weeks That Could Change AustraliaWhy Gen Z Could Decide This Election THE END BITSSupport independent women's mediaCheck out The Quicky Instagram hereGET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy Guests: Elizabeth Watson-Brown, Greens Member for Ryan The Hon. Katy Gallagher, Minister for Finance, Women, Public Service & Government Services Ro Knox, Liberal candidate for Wentworth Kate Hullett, Independent candidate for Fremantle Executive Producer: Taylah Strano Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 28, 2025 • 4min
Bondi Attacker's Search History Revealed At Inquest
Anthony Albanese has announced a $20 million plan to set up a trauma recovery centre for women and children on the NSW Central Coast; An inquest has heard the man who killed six people at Bondi Junction Westfield was seriously unwell and hadn’t had any mental health treatment in five years; A tragic car ramming attack at a Filipino heritage festival in Vancouver has left 11 people dead and dozens injured; Cyndi Lauper, Chubby Checker and Soundgarden are among the artists set to be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame this year. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS Host/Producer: Tahli Blackman Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 27, 2025 • 19min
'Fierce Warrior' Virginia Guiffre Gone At 41 & The Psychology Behind Rewatching Comfort TV Shows
Feeling exhausted, unmotivated, or just... over it? We dive into the difference between stress and burnout, the subtle signs you might be missing, and how to reset before you hit the wall. Plus, why you keep rewatching the same comfort shows and movies. It turns out there’s real science behind your favourite feel-good binges—and it’s actually good for your brain. And in news headlines today Jeffrey Epstein accuser Virginia Guiffre has died aged 41, her family saying she was a fierce warrior in the fight against sexual abuse; Undecided voters have handed Prime Minister Anthony Albanese the win in the third and final leaders debate; Thousands are filing past the tomb of pope Francis just a day after the world farewelled the pontiff; RuPaul's Drag Race star Jiggly Caliente has died after having to have her right leg amputated due to a severe infection. Mamamia’s new podcast Well is diving into burnout—how to spot it, manage it, and stop it from coming back. Spoiler: quitting your job isn’t a magic fix. Listen to Well for expert advice that actually helps. THE END BITSSupport independent women's mediaCheck out The Quicky Instagram hereGET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Hosts: Grace Rouvray & Claire Murphy Guests: Cass Green & Tara Watson Executive Producer: Taylah Strano Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 24, 2025 • 10min
What Happens After A Pope Dies & Leaders Suspend Campaign To Honour Anzacs
Pope Francis will be laid to rest on Saturday after passing away aged 88, Leaders suspend poll campaign to honour Anzac heroes, Man charged with Audrey Griffin's murder found dead in prison cell, Trump tells Putin to 'STOP' after Russia strikes Kyiv, Australia calls for Israel to end Gaza aid blockade and Robert Irwin follows Bindi's dance steps on hit US show. THE END BITSSupport independent women's mediaCheck out The Quicky Instagram hereGET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Hosts: Grace Rouvray & Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Taylah Strano Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 24, 2025 • 4min
Brittany Higgins' Baby Boy Is Undergoing Surgery In Hospital
A vigil will be held tonight to remember 19-year-old Audrey Griffin, who was allegedly murdered in Gosford; New trading restrictions are in place for Anzac Day. Here's what's open in your state; Brittany Higgins has revealed that her baby boy, Frederick, is undergoing surgery in hospital; The European Commission has fined Apple and Meta millions to enforce its digital competition rules. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS Host/Producer: Cassandra Green Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.