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Jun 23, 2025 • 16min

'Hypernormalisation' Might Explain Why You Feel This Way About The World Right Now

When did seeing the worst of humanity become so normal? We are living in a time where we are exposed to so much of the world, the best and the worst, and somehow, it's all become part of our normal lives, seeing genocide next to an influencers fit check is standard. We are experiencing something known as hyper-normalisation, where in order to keep us from feeling like we can do anything about anything, we instead adopt an 'oh well, it is what it is' approach. So can we do any different? Read Amy Remeikis' New Daily article Watch Adam Curtis' documentary Hyper-normalisation And in headlines today Iran has launched a retaliatory missile attack on a US military base in Qatar; The jury who will decide the fate of alleged mushroom murderer Erin Patterson are due to return to court today to hear the judge's final directions; 285 people including one Australian have been arrested in a 2 months drugs crackdown in Indonesia; Nearly 100 private jets are expected to touch down in Venice this week bringing around 200 celebrity guests to the wedding of Amazon founder Jef Bezos and Lauren Sanchez 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 Guests:Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Jun 23, 2025 • 4min

Albanese Backs US Strike On Iran & Calls For Negotiations

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says Australia supports the U.S. military strike on three Iranian nuclear facilities; Pakistan has condemned the recent US strikes on Iranian nuclear sites, just days after nominating President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize; Alanis Morissette says she “would not be alive” without therapy; AC/DC are set for their long-awaited Australian homecoming tour, kicking off at Melbourne’s MCG on November 12.  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.
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Jun 22, 2025 • 21min

What Happens Now The US Has Bombed Iran & Taylor’s Texts Go To Court

We've just lived through the shortest day of the year, but sorry to break it to you - the coldest weather is still to come. Plus, in pop culture news Taylor Swift's private texts with Blake Lively are now part of a legal battle while Sabrina Carpenter has broken the internet with controversial album art. And psychologist Sadia Khan explains why the "Three A's Theory" might be the secret to relationship bliss. In headlines today Iran responds to the US bombing of its nuclear sites with missiles launched into Israel;PM Anthony Albanese has not personally responded to the US attack on Iran, the coalition has backed the attack: Australian renters live in fear of rent hikes if they ask for repairs; Aussie fitness influencer Tammy Hembrow has announced her divorce 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 Guests: 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.
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Jun 20, 2025 • 5min

Trump's War Decision & Australia's Iran Exit

The Australian government has announced the suspension of operations at its embassy in Tehran, advising all staff and their families to immediately leave Iran; US President Donald Trump has stated he will make a decision on potential US involvement in the war within the next two weeks; Napolean’s iconic bicorne hat is up for sale in Paris; and Hawthorn AFLW star Tilly Lucas-Rodd has made history, becoming the first current player in the league to undergo gender-affirming top surgery. 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.
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Jun 19, 2025 • 13min

Venice vs Jeff Bezos, A Viral Murder Trial Verdict & Why Your Brain Feels Fried

As Aussies escape to Europe for summer, locals in Venice, Paris and Barcelona are pushing back against over tourism. Plus, after going viral on TikTok, the Karen Read murder trial has finally reached its verdict... And if you constantly feel like you're juggling a million things but never getting anything done, there's a name for that feeling and a solution to fix it. And in headlines today The jury in mushroom cook Erin Patterson's triple murder trial have been given a 4 day weekend before they hear the judge's summary of the case and begin deliberations next week; Israel has bombed Iranian nuclear sites while Iran has hit an Israeli hospital in the now week long war; US President Donald Trump has again extended the Tik Tok ban as the deadline for the sale of the Chinese owned app arrives; Tennis legend Rafal Nadal has been given the title of Marquis of Llevant de Mallorca by the Spanish King to celebrate his 10 years on the throne Listen to Time Blocking Doesn't Work (Until You Do It Right) here Hear more about Karen Read's story here on True Crime Conversations Learn more about productivity from Lisa Lie, founder of Learna here   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 MurphyAudio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Jun 19, 2025 • 3min

First Aussies Evacuate Israel As Bombings In The Region Continue

Israel’s ambassador says the country is helping Australia evacuate its citizens as its bombing campaign against Iran continues; A US woman charged with running over her police officer boyfriend and leaving him for dead in the snow in 2022 has been found not guilty of second-degree murder; Energy retailers will be barred from raising bills more than once a year and will be forced to remove unfair fees for vulnerable customers; Australian universities have fallen in global rankings, with only two institutions in the top 20. 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.
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Jun 18, 2025 • 17min

Albo Was Ghosted By Trump, But Not All Is Lost & How's Your Social Biome?

Anthony Albanese was left hanging at the G7 Summit when Donald Trump made an early exit to deal with the Iran-Israel crisis, but it wasn't a complete loss for Australia's diplomatic efforts. Plus, forget your gut health - researchers say we need to focus on our "social biome" instead...  And in headlines today alleged mushroom killer Erin Patterson's barrister will finish his closing address today, attempting to convince the jury that his client  did not intentionally poison her in-laws; Three Australian men have been arrested over the shooting death of Aussie Zivan Radmanovic in Bali; US President Donald Trump won't say whether or not he has decided to order a US strike on Iran; Kate the Princess of Wales has pulled out of attending Royal Ascot, the palace saying she is trying to find balance between returning to royal duties and recovering from cancer treatment Listen to our previous explainer on Israel & Iran here Listen to our previous episode on the AUKUS review here  Take the social biome quiz here   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: Em Vernem, host of BIZ & The Spill Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Jun 18, 2025 • 5min

Brain-Dead Mother Gives Birth On Life Support

A baby has been born to a brain-dead mother in Georgia, United States. Adriana Smith was declared brain dead back in February, but was kept on life support to carry her pregnancy to term; A group of Sydney teenagers have been charged for allegedly raping a 17-year-old girl for more than six hours as they drove around; Gay and bisexual men, as well as transgender women, will soon be able to donate blood and plasma under new rules; Megan Fox and Machine Gun Kelly have finally revealed the name of their baby daughter.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 Production: Lu HillBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Jun 17, 2025 • 15min

Everyone's Worried About The NDIS Changes, Here's Why

As the National Disability Insurance Scheme faces its biggest pricing overhaul yet, we examine how cuts to therapy fees and travel costs will impact both providers and participants. Through the stories of psychologists, speech pathologists, and families navigating the system, we reveal why these changes could disproportionately affect women... and why many say the NDIA have got it all wrong. And in headlines today Former RnB singer R Kelly's lawyer claims his client has suffered a near fatal overdose in prison; Accused mushroom killer Erin Patteron's lawyer is delivering his closing address saying Patterson's account of what happened did not unravel under days of scrutiny; Donald Trump says the US is losing patience with Iran but they have no immediate plan to 'take out' leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei; A shake up of mixed doubles at the US Open will see some interesting parings including Aussie Nick Kyrgios hoping to play with Naomi Osaka  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: The many wonderful Outlouders who shared their stories with us for this episode. Thanks to Sue, Diana, Kate & Louise. Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Jun 17, 2025 • 5min

Guilty Plea For Doctor Who Supplied Drugs To Matthew Perry

The prime minister's scheduled meeting with Donald Trump is in jeopardy as the US president prepares to leave an international summit early; An experienced police officer who was shot dead at a rural property while delivering a home repossession order has been formally identified; Experts are urging teenagers who missed the human papilloma Salvador Plasencia, a California doctor charged in the overdose death of Friends star Matthew Perry, has agreed to plead guilty, according to a court filing. virus shot at school to get a catch-up vaccine following revelations that current targets aren't being reached;  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 Production: Lu HillBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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