

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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Dec 2, 2024 • 3min
Joe Biden Breaks A Presidential Promise
President Joe Biden pardons son Hunter from felony gun & tax convictions; New research shows more than half of young Australian's have experience sexual harassment; United Nations talks to curb plastic pollution end without agreement on global treaty; Robert Irwin remembers his father during 21st birthday celebrations. 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 $33 off - Mamamia’s biggest Black Friday discount ever.Get an all access pass to Mamamia for just $36. Enjoy $33 off a yearly subscription by heading here. CREDITS Host/Producer: Grace Rouvray Audio Producer: Tegan SadlerBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 1, 2024 • 27min
JonBenet Ramsay Myths Exposed & The Word Of The Year Is What Now???
After almost 30 years, we still don't know who killed JonBenét Ramsay. A new Netflix documentary has exposed how the police investigation may have been focused on the wrong people and perhaps even corrupted evidence allowing those responsible to walk free, but does that mean we finally get answers? Plus December signals many things, including the all important Word Of The Year honours... but we're a little confused by this years winner for the Macquarie dictionary. THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Liked this episode? Listen to these: 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 Executive Producer: Taylah Strano Audio Producers: Tegan Sadler Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 29, 2024 • 6min
Americans Respond To Australia's New Social Media Laws
The world reacts to Australia's new social media ban for under 16s; Russian strikes leave millions without power in Ukraine; Woolworths says strikes are not impacting stock supply in stores; Billboard music magazine apologise to Taylor Swift for offensive post 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 $33 off - Mamamia’s biggest Black Friday discount ever.Get an all access pass to Mamamia for just $36. Enjoy $33 off a yearly subscription by heading here. CREDITS Host/Producer: Taylah Strano Audio Producer: Tegan SadlerBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 28, 2024 • 23min
What's It Really Like Growing Up Adopted In Australia?
Sarah Davidson's first blood relative arrived when she gave birth to her son Teddy. Growing up, Sarah always knew she was adopted; brought to Australia from South Korea at just five months old, it was never a secret her parents, her brother and Sarah herself weren't biologically related to each other. But even after finding out you're adopted there are so many other questions, some of which people may choose to never find answers for. As Adoption Awareness Month comes to a close, we find out what life growing up adopted in Australia is really like. Follow Seize The Yay THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here $33 off - Mamamia’s biggest Black Friday discount ever.Get an all access pass to Mamamia for just $36. Enjoy $33 off a yearly subscription by heading 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: Sarah Davidson, host of Seize The Yay podcast Executive Producer: Taylah Strano Audio Producers: Tegan Sadler Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 28, 2024 • 4min
One Of Australia's Worst Pedophiles Faces Court
One of Australia's worst pedophiles faces court on for more than 300 sexual offences; Pressure mounting for US President Joe Biden to pardon Wikileaks founder Julian Assange; After being suspended from the chamber, Senator Lidia Thorpe returned in protest today; Musician Marilyn Manson has dropped his lawsuit against former fiance Evan Rachael Wood. 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 $33 off - Mamamia’s biggest Black Friday discount ever.Get an all access pass to Mamamia for just $36. Enjoy $33 off a yearly subscription by heading here. CREDITS Host/Producer: Nicole Madigan Audio Producer: Tegan SadlerBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 27, 2024 • 21min
When Lauren's Dad Chose To Die, She Raised A Glass; She Wants You To Know Why
It's not always nice to think about, but giving people the choice to end their life might be the greatest gift we can offer. Today we hear from two people who were there when their loved ones ended their lives via voluntary assisted dying, and what they want you to know about that journey. Plus we look at how the laws are accessed, or not, across Australia too. THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here $33 off - Mamamia’s biggest Black Friday discount ever.Get an all access pass to Mamamia for just $36. Enjoy $33 off a yearly subscription by heading 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 Linda Swan, CEO of Go Gentle Australia Dan Diaz, Right To Die Advocate Lauren Pink Executive Producer: Taylah Strano Audio Producers: Tegan Sadler Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 27, 2024 • 6min
Cop Who Tasered 95 Year Old Woman Learns His Fate
Bodies of two teen travellers returned to Australia after suspected methanol poisoning; Ceasefire deal secured between Israel and Hezbollah; Mother who lost her unborn baby in car crash slams minimal sentence for teen driver; Greens support Labor's Build To Buy laws; Police Officer who tasered 95 year old woman learns fate in court; Margot Robbie soaks up motherhood enjoyment. 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 $33 off - Mamamia’s biggest Black Friday discount ever.Get an all access pass to Mamamia for just $36. Enjoy $33 off a yearly subscription by heading here. CREDITS Host/Producer: Grace Rouvray Audio Producer: Tegan SadlerBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 26, 2024 • 14min
Fresh Allegations, & A Netflix Confession, The Latest Diddy Update
The Diddy story continues to develop... this time we're diving into a Netflix confession, fresh allegations levelled against the musician turned mogul and Ellen DeGenres? (don't worry we'll explain) With his trial date set for next year, Diddy has kept himself busy in the Brooklyn prison he currently calls home while his family continue to their attempts to preserve his character on the outside. THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here $33 off - Mamamia’s biggest Black Friday discount ever.Get an all access pass to Mamamia for just $36. Enjoy $33 off a yearly subscription by heading here. Liked this episode? Listen to these: What Did Diddy Do? Sean "Diddy" Combs: Everything We Know EXCLUSIVE: Erika Was On Her Way To A Diddy Party. A Message From His Team Stopped Her Fresh Diddy Allegations Involve 10 Year Old Boy 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 Executive Producer: Taylah Strano Audio Producers: Tegan Sadler Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 26, 2024 • 5min
Lawsuits Against Trump Abandoned Ahead Of His Inauguration
Irish jury finds famous fighter Conor McGregor guilty in sexual assault civil trial; Lawsuits against President-elect Donald Trump dropped; More allegations levelled against musician turned mogul Sean Diddy Combs; Riley Keogh weighs in on famous Presley family curse 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 Join the Month of MOVEGet $30 off a Mamamia subscription and get unlimited access to our feel-good exercise app. Head here to get a yearly subscription for just $39. CREDITS Host/Producer: Alix Nicholson Audio Producer: Tegan SadlerBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 25, 2024 • 17min
What You Should Know About Methanol Poisoning As We Mourn Holly & Bianca
News about two Australian teenagers who died from methanol poisoning while travelling in Laos has sent shockwaves through the country. With holidays right around the corner, and many people preparing to head overseas, how do we make sure this doesn't happen to ourselves or our loved one? THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Liked this episode? Listen to these: What To Do When A Loved One Dies On Holidays Millennials Are In Menopause And They're Not Going Quietly The Rise Of The Spicy Read: Your Mum's Mills & Boon Were Nothing Like This Join the Month of MOVEGet $30 off a Mamamia subscription and get unlimited access to our feel-good exercise app. Head here to get a yearly subscription for just $39. 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: Becky Coy, methanol poisoning victim Dr Brad McKay, General Practitioner, Author, Podcast Host and Medical Commentator Executive Producer: Taylah Strano Audio Producers: Tegan Sadler Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.


