The Quicky

Welcome to the Olympics on steroids, yes, literally. As one olympic medalist gears up for the Enhanced Games, we find out just what exactly is not only allowed, but encouraged at this alternative sporting event.  Plus, as back-cracking videos take over TikTok, we investigate what all that satisfying popping actually means for your bone health. And in headlines today Hollywood actors, singers and sporting champions have come together to tell Aussie men that Domestic Violence is a conversation for all of us; A woman who was employed by Sean Diddy Combs claims she was sexually assaulted by her boss more than once; The Spice Girls have wished Scary spice Mel B a happy 50th; A source says Victoria Beckham stole her daughter in laws first dance at her 2022 wedding, choosing to dance with her son instead. THE END BITSSupport independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Mamamia studios are styled with furniture from Fenton and Fenton visit www.fentonandfenton.com.au GET 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 Guest: Dr Ginni Mansberg, GP  Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new report from the Australian Strategic Policy Institute warns current defence spending levels may fail to address rising threats in an increasingly dangerous global environment. Elon Musk is stepping down from his advisory role to President Donald Trump, where he led efforts to overhaul federal bureaucracy. The search continues for 17-year-old Pheobe Bishop, last seen near Bundaberg airport on May 15. Hailey Bieber's skincare and makeup brand, rhode, is being acquired by e.l.f. Beauty in a landmark one-billion-dollar deal; Magda Szubanski shares rare cancer diagnosis  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: Gemma Donahoe  Audio Production: Lu HillBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The young stars cast in the new Harry Potter TV series have been revealed, but the announcement has been slightly overshadowed by the controversy that continues to follow the adaptation. Plus, could workplace gossip actually be good for your career? There's a school of thought that suggests some water cooler chat might be more valuable than you think. And in headlines today Sean Diddy Combs' lawyers have failed in a bid to call for a mistrial after it was implied Combs was involved in destroying evidence in an arson attack; Alleged mushroom killer Erin Patterson allegedly switched SIM cards between phones and tablets before handing the device over the police; Andrew Tate and brother Tristan face 11 charges in the UK including rape and human trafficking; The Nationals and Liberals have made up but their net zero policy remains up in the air as they announce the shadow cabinet. Listen to the full episode of BIZ on work gossip here THE END BITSSupport independent women's mediaCheck out The Quicky Instagram here Mamamia studios are styled with furniture from Fenton and Fenton visit www.fentonandfenton.com.au GET 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 Guest: Tina Burke, Mamamia's Entertainment Editor Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The federal coalition has reunited just eight days after the Nationals blew up their decades-long relationship; An independent senator has alleged a parliamentary colleague made sexually suggestive and racially insensitive comments towards her; A former top aide to Sean "Diddy" Combs has testified the US hip-hop mogul waved a gun as he kidnapped her years later in an angry rush to find and kill rapper Kid Cudi; Deborra-lee Furness has spoken after filing for divorce from husband Hugh Jackman. 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: Ailish Delaney Audio Production: Lu HillBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From hosting million-dollar crypto dinners to creating selective refugee programs, we break down Donald Trump's latest moves that are raising eyebrows across the globe.  Plus, as his relationship with Putin takes a turn and Harvard fights back against new visa restrictions, we examine how the President's recent decisions are reshaping both domestic and international politics. And in headlines today Sean Diddy Combs former assistant claims he threatened to kill her when he found out who she used to work for; Alleged mushroom killer Erin Patterson's police interview played to the jury at her trial; A man who drove his car into a crowd of Liverpool fans at their parade was allegedly under the influence of drugs; Almost 2 years after their split, Deborra Lee Furness has officially filed for divorce from Hugh Jackman. THE END BITSSupport independent women's mediaCheck out The Quicky Instagram here Mamamia studios are styled with furniture from Fenton and Fenton visit www.fentonandfenton.com.au GET 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 Guest: Amelia Lester, Mamamia US Correspondent  Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The number of completely destroyed homes from inundating floods has doubled to about 800; A 32-year-old woman has been charged with murder following the death of her three year old daughter at a Queensland coastal town; Erin Patterson allegedly changed her story to a health investigator and became difficult to contact in the days after allegedly cooking a poisonous mushroom meal for her former husband's family; French President Emmanuel Macron says there was no "domestic dispute" with his wife, after a video showed her pushing him in the face was released.  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 Mamamia studios are styled with furniture from Fenton and Fenton visit www.fentonandfenton.com.au CREDITS  Host/Producer: Nicole Madigan Audio Production: Lu HillBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Queensland has become the second state to criminalise coercive control, but what does that mean and what about the rest of Australia? Plus, if you find yourself caught in endless "what if" stress spirals, we've got a simple 5-minute technique that could help break the cycle. And in headlines today two men have been arrested for allegedly looting flood hit towns in NSW; Three of those involved in a machete attack in a Melbourne shopping centre on Sunday were already on bail; The 25 year anniversary of the 250,000 strong Reconciliation March remembered; President Trump has slammed Vladimir Putin over Russia's deadly attack in Ukraine; Dolly Parton has hinted she may make an appearance during Beyonce's Cowboy Carter tour. If you or someone you know needs support, contact 1800 RESPECT on 1800 737 732 Listen to episode one of But Are You Happy? here  THE END BITSSupport independent women's mediaCheck out The Quicky Instagram here GET 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 Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has condemned Israel’s blockade of aid to Gaza, calling it “completely unacceptable"; A man was removed from court today during Erin Patterson’s triple-murder trial after loudly interrupting proceedings; At least 12 people were killed and dozens injured in Russian missile and drone strikes on Ukrainian cities in what Ukrainian officials say was the largest aerial attack of the war so far; Bindi Irwin has revealed she’s recovering after undergoing emergency surgery in the US to remove her appendix. 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 Production: Lu HillBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Taylor Swift fans think they've cracked the code about a major announcement at tomorrow's American Music Awards. And in headlines today flood damaged communities in NSW are facing more bad weather as the clean up begins; The Nationals party room will meet either today or tomorrow to discuss getting back together with the Liberals; A poll shows 82% of Australians feel Israel's deliberate blocking of aid into Gaza is unjustified; Russia has launched its largest aerial attack on Ukraine so far; GP's in NSW will now be able to provide ongoing prescripts for those already diagnosed with ADHD THE END BITSSupport independent women's mediaCheck out The Quicky Instagram here GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Tahli Blackman Guest:  Ailish Delaney, Mamamia News Writer Tina Burke, Mamamia Entertainment Editor Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The death toll has risen to 4 as resupply efforts for 50-thousand isolated residents ramps up amid heavy rain and flooding across Australia’s east coast; Police widen search area as missing teen remains unsighted for eight days; The Liberals will reconvene for a second time to discuss the Nationals' policy demands as talks are revived for a reconciliation between the two parties; Walt Disney Studios has postponed the release of the next two instalments of the Avengers series. 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: Taylah Strano Audio Production: Lu HillBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.