The Quicky

Sexual assault victims could get their own lawyer under major justice system overhaul;  Man charged over Synagogue vandalism & firebombing; Trump pardons founder of Silk Road & A$AP Rocky rejects plea deal in assault case.  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: Kim Braddish Audio Producer: Tegan Sadler Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Donald Trump has had a busy 24 hours. After being sworn in for his second term as President of the United States, he's made light work of signing executive order and attending important inauguration events. But where to from here?  Plus, in very unfortunate news there's a problem with the humble cuppa. We find out why tea has become so problematic.  THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Support independent women's media here GET IN TOUCH Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Host: Claire Murphy With thanks to:  Amelia Lester, Deputy Editor at Foreign Policy MagazineGrace Rouvray, Mamamia Podcast Producer & tea enthusiast  Executive Producer: Taylah Strano  Audio Producers: Tegan Sadler Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Donald Trump signs executive orders to crack down on migration within minutes of being sworn in; Leaders have vowed to hunt down those responsible for an anti-Semitic attack on a childcare centre; Hamas says it will release more hostages from Gaza on Saturday; Former game show host Andrew O'Keefe is facing another drug-driving charge dating back to before his latest stint in rehab. 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: Tegan Sadler Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tanning culture is making a comeback, despite decades of public health warnings about the risks of sun exposure. Driven by social media, the hashtag #tanning has exploded with over 4.7 billion views, fuelling a new generation's obsession with sun-kissed skin. In this episode, we explore why tanning is trending again and how we can help today’s youth learn from past mistakes. THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Listen to the sun damage episode of You Beauty here Support independent women's media here  GET IN TOUCH Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Host: Claire Murphy With thanks to: Lauren Miller, Social Media & Body Image Researcher at Swinburne University.  Executive Producer: Taylah Strano  Audio Producers: Tegan Sadler Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Women could hold the deciding vote in upcoming Australian federal election; Hamas has released three Israeli hostages and Israel has freed 90 Palestinian prisoners on the first day of a ceasefire; Plans to reform NSW's mental-health system may lead to a mass resignation of 200 psychiatrists; TikTok is restoring service in the U.S. after president-elect Donald Trump announced plans to revive the app upon his return to power.  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: Grace Rouvray Audio Producer: Tegan Sadler Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Americans are saying toodaloo to video sharing platform TikTok, but just how for real is the ban?  The app can no longer be downloaded and users in the US found they've lost the ability to scroll and upload anything even though the company didn't have to do that. But there's light at the end of the TikTok tunnel, with President Elect Donald Trump promising to do what he can to save it, even though he was the one who started the ban in the first place. THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Support independent women's media here  GET IN TOUCH Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Host: Claire Murphy With thanks to: Anders Sorman-Nilsson, Futurist  Executive Producer: Taylah Strano  Audio Producers: Tegan Sadler Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The US is confident the Gaza ceasefire will go ahead as planned; Mum accused of poisoning child seeks protective custody; Evacuees from the LA wildfires told to stay away from homes for another week; Aussies beating America and Europe in the ai race.  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: Grace Rouvray Audio Producer: Tegan Sadler Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Could this ceasefire deal brokered between Israel and Hamas finally signal the end of war and bloodshed in Gaza? We're unpacking just exactly what's been promised and what the repercussions of a ceasefire deal could entail.  And it'll be a co-stars to the courtroom situation as Justin Baldoni continues his feud with Blake Lively. Now Livley's husband Ryan Reynolds (and Disney) are being caught in the crossfire too.  THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Support independent women's media here  GET IN TOUCH Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Host: Claire Murphy With thanks to:  Dr Jessica Genauer - Senior Lecturer In International Relations at Flinders University  Tina Burke - Mamamia's Entertainment Editor  Executive Producer: Taylah Strano  Audio Producers: Tegan Sadler Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Four female politicians have been elevated within the Labour cabinet; Negotiators have reached a phased deal to end the war between Israel and Hamas in the Gaza Strip; Joe Biden uses his final speech as President to warn against forming an oligarchy class; Canadian rapper Drake is suing his longtime music label for promoting Kendrick Lamar's single Not Like Us. 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: Alix Nicholson Audio Producer: Tegan Sadler Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The idea of 'getting back on the horse' after exiting a long-term relationship can be scary. Like, anxiety-inducing, existential crisis, confidence shattering scary. But luckily, we've asked the Mamamia community (and an expert) for their tips on dating after divorce.  And a warning, this episode contains some explicit content.  THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Support independent women's media here GET IN TOUCH Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Host: Claire Murphy With thanks to: Dr Lurve, Relationship expert  Executive Producer: Taylah Strano  Audio Producers: Tegan Sadler Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.