The Quicky

Convicted murderer Chris Dawson seeks to overturn his conviction for sexual activity with one of his teenage students, after a bid to appeal his murder verdict failed; Police are again facing a ban from the upcoming annual Sydney Mardi Gras parade; Amnesty International has released a 300-page report accusing Israel of genocide against the Palestinian people in Gaza; Spotify wrapped is officially out, with Taylor Swift taking out the top spot.  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: Alix Nicholson  Audio Producer: Tegan SadlerBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt's love story was the talk of Hollywood for 10 years. From controversial beginnings to a golden power-couple, their relationship and their family were splashed across tabloid magazine covers around the world.  Now, their lengthy divorce is equally captivating to the general public, who eagerly await each new update; though it's certainly not been a fun or enjoyable story to tell... Read more about this story here THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Liked this episode? Listen to these: Does Your Divorce Need A PR Strategy? Travis Kelce's PR Rep On How He Arranges Celeb Relationships Is Blake Lively A Mean Girl, Or Just Too Powerful For Hollywood Men? 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: 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.

Australia votes at the United Nations for Israel to withdraw from Palestinian territories; South Korean President likely to be impeached after martial law backflip; Doctors and lawyers are calling for people who use drugs to be given healthcare appointments instead of court dates; Mother sues Barbie doll maker Mattel over adult website link mistake  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.

Children have always bullied each other. Some call it harmless playground antics, others a potentially dangerous experience.  But what if it turns out your child is the bully? Today we hear from the parent of a bully, with some helpful advice, and reminders about kids who bully other kids.  THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram 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:  Deirdre Brandner, Child Psychologist Tanya*, the parent of a bully. We've changed her name for this episode Executive Producer: Taylah Strano  Audio Producers: Tegan Sadler Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia will be home to a world first research centre dedicated to combating violence against women; Four people accused of murdering Indigenous teenager Cassius Turvey have pleaded not guilty to the charges; The Israeli military says it has struck dozens of targets throughout Lebanon; Britney Spears finalises her divorce from Sam Asghari. 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 SadlerBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The US election may be won and done, but Australia's federal election is just around the corner.  After following the Trump vs Harris fight so closely what can Aussie politicians learn? And are we really staring down the barrel of our own upcoming election getting a 'trumpification'?  THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Liked this episode? Listen to these: An Anti Vaxxer, Conspiracy Theorist & A Russia Apologist: Meet Trump's New Cabinet Your Body My Choice; Women Respond To The US Election Fall Out The Biggest Revelations From Melania Trump's Memoir 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:  Mark Kenny, Australian Studies Professor at the Australian National University and host of the weekly politics and public affairs podcast, Democracy Sausage With Mark Kenny  Amelia Lester, Deputy Editor Foreign Policy Magazine 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 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.

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.

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.

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.