

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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Oct 9, 2024 • 4min
PM: Police Cut Back On Duties Due To Shortage, Charlie XCX Brings Brat Summer Down Under
The Quicky news update for Wednesday, October 9th 2024 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. Want to try MOVE by Mamamia?Click here to start a seven-day free trial of our exercise app. CREDITS Host/Producer: Kim Braddish Audio Producer: Jacob Round Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 8, 2024 • 16min
Are Podcast Gurus Ruining Our Mental Health?
In the age where it seems everyone has a podcast, the rise of the podcast guru has captured the attention of many. With millions of people subscribing, listening & sharing, it seems they've become the new font of knowledge for all things health & happiness. But are these podcasters the best place to turn? And what happens when their credibility starts to crumble? THE END BITS Subscribe to Mamamia Check out The Quicky Instagram here Liked this episode? Listen to these: What The Hell’s A Life Coach Anyway? The Dark Art Of Social Media 'Likes' Andrew Tate & The Dangerous 'Real Man' Myth Want to try MOVE by Mamamia?Click here to start a seven-day free trial of our exercise app. If you’re looking for something else to listen to why not check out our hilarious and seriously unhelpful podcast The Baby Bubble hosted by Clare and Jessie Stephens. GET IN TOUCH Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au and one of our Podcast Producers will come back to you ASAP. CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Host: Grace Rouvray With thanks to: Dr. Hayley North, Neuroscientist and Founder of Understand Your Brain Senior Producer: Taylah StranoAudio Producer: Jacob RoundBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 8, 2024 • 4min
PM: Gen Z Smoking More Than Others, Oasis Announce Aus Tour Dates
The Quicky news update for Tuesday, October 8th 2024 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. Want to try MOVE by Mamamia?Click here to start a seven-day free trial of our exercise app. CREDITS Host/Producer: Talissa Bazaz Audio Producer: Jacob RoundBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 7, 2024 • 21min
Meet The Woman Who Got Her Dog A Designer Vagina
Yes, you read that title correct... today we meet the woman who got her dog a vulvoplasty. It's just one example of how far people are willing to go for their pets. But when did dogs go from sleeping in the kennel outside to being thrown extravagant birthday parties? Are our four-legged friends really more than a companion we take on the daily walk? THE END BITS Subscribe to Mamamia Check out The Quicky Instagram here Liked this episode? Listen to these: Designer Dog Theft: Thousands Of Dollars Tied Up Outside A Shop Death Threats & Police Tactics: The Life Of A Pet Detective It's Real: Pet Bereavement Is A Legitimate Trauma I Cant Afford My Mortgage, How Can I Afford My Pet? Meet The 'Pet Influencers' Earning More Than You Want to try MOVE by Mamamia?Click here to start a seven-day free trial of our exercise app. If you’re looking for something else to listen to why not check out our hilarious and seriously unhelpful podcast The Baby Bubble hosted by Clare and Jessie Stephens. GET IN TOUCH Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au and one of our Podcast Producers will come back to you ASAP. CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Host: Grace Rouvray With thanks to: Elisabeth Shaw, CEO of Relationships Australia NSW Ainslie, Dog Mum Alice, Dog Mum Senior Producer: Taylah StranoAudio Producer: Thom Lion Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 6, 2024 • 7min
Quicky News Headlines: Monday October 7th 2024
The Quicky news update for Monday October 7th 2024. 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. THE END BITS Subscribe to Mamamia Check out The Quicky Instagram here Want to try MOVE by Mamamia?Click here to start a seven-day free trial of our exercise app. If you’re looking for something else to listen to why not check out our hilarious and seriously unhelpful podcast The Baby Bubble hosted by Clare and Jessie Stephens. GET IN TOUCH Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au and one of our Podcast Producers will come back to you ASAP. CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Host/Audio Producer: Grace Rouvray Senior Producer: Taylah StranoBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 4, 2024 • 4min
PM: Oil Prices Surge Amidst Middle East Conflict, Rugrats To Get Live Action Movie
The Quicky news update for Friday, October 4th 2024 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. Want to try MOVE by Mamamia?Click here to start a seven-day free trial of our exercise app. CREDITS Host/Producer: Taylah Strano Audio Producer: Thom Lion Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 3, 2024 • 19min
Why We're All Obsessed With Getting A Dumb Job
There's a Cut article doing the rounds proposing some of us are in search of a 'dumb job'. Now, while we know no job is dumb, it does beg the question of why so many people are searching for greener, simpler pastures. Is it general work strife? Or is there something deeper going on... THE END BITS Subscribe to Mamamia Check out The Quicky Instagram here Liked this episode? Listen to these: Is Working From Home... Actually Working? Why A Four Day Week Is The Future Of Work Naomi Osaka: When Mental Health Disrupts Your Work ‘Flexidus’: Can Employees Now Demand Flexible Work? Is Working From Home Ruining Your Body? Is Working From Home Hurting Women's Career Options? Want to try MOVE by Mamamia?Click here to start a seven-day free trial of our exercise app. If you’re looking for something else to listen to why not check out our hilarious and seriously unhelpful podcast The Baby Bubble hosted by Clare and Jessie Stephens. GET IN TOUCH Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au and one of our Podcast Producers will come back to you ASAP. CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Host: Grace Rouvray With thanks to: Sophie Hirst, CEO and Founder of WorkbabyShuktika Bose, Clinical Psychologist Senior Producer: Taylah StranoAudio Producer: Lu HillBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 3, 2024 • 4min
Pro-Palestinian Rally To Go Ahead & Melania Trump Reveals She’s Pro-Choice
The Quicky news update for Thursday, October 3rd 2024 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. Want to try MOVE by Mamamia?Click here to start a seven-day free trial of our exercise app. CREDITS Host/Producer: Grace Rouvray Audio Producer: Lu HillBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 2, 2024 • 18min
“One Of The Worst Bills I’ve Seen” Inside Australia’s Controversial Abortion Ban
Last month a member of the South Australian parliament introduced a bill that would drastically change abortion laws. The bill has sparked fierce debate; some calling it cruel, others saying it represents a more humane approach. But what are the real life consequences of such major changes to laws around pregnancy, birth and abortion? And what does it mean when members from the same party are against it. THE END BITS Subscribe to Mamamia Check out The Quicky Instagram here Read more about Natasha's story here Liked this episode? Listen to these: Want to try MOVE by Mamamia?Click here to start a seven-day free trial of our exercise app. If you’re looking for something else to listen to why not check out our hilarious and seriously unhelpful podcast The Baby Bubble hosted by Clare and Jessie Stephens. GET IN TOUCH Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au and one of our Podcast Producers will come back to you ASAP. CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Host: Grace Rouvray With thanks to: Brigid Coomb AM, Co-convenor and founding member of the SA Abortion Action Coalition Hon. Michelle Lensink MLC, Shadow Minister for Women and the Prevention of Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence, South Australia Senior Producer: Taylah StranoAudio Producer: Thom LyonBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 2, 2024 • 19min
We Watched The Vice Presidential Debate So You Don’t Have To
With just over a month to go until the United States election every move from either side is being analysed with a fine tooth comb. So what happens when Trump and Harris take a step back to let their running mates speak their piece? We've watched, collected our thoughts and are now ready to weigh in on the Vice Presidential debate between J.D Vance and Tim Walz. THE END BITS Subscribe to Mamamia Check out The Quicky Instagram here Liked this episode? Listen to these: Whose Responsibility Is It To Keep Kids Safe Online? From Abortion Rights To Celeb Endorsements: The Democratic National Convention 2024Harris Is Officially In The Race, But Trump's Women Are Rallying Behind Him Women In Power; Why Kamala Harris Understood The AssignmentProject 2025 & Another 4 Years Of Trump: What You Need To Know You can also hear about US Politics on Mamamia Out Loud here Want to try MOVE by Mamamia?Click here to start a seven-day free trial of our exercise app. GET IN TOUCH Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au and one of our Podcast Producers will come back to you ASAP. CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Host: Taylah Strano & Talissa Bazaz With thanks to: Amelia Lester, Deputy Editor at Foreign Policy Magazine Senior Producer: Taylah StranoAudio Producer: Thom LyonBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.


