

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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Sep 3, 2025 • 7min
33,000 Epstein Files Released. Here’s What We Know.
A US committee has released 33,000 pages of the Jeffrey Epstein files; A female rideshare driver was stabbed multiple times outside of Westfield Coomera; More than half of federal politicians own investment properties or multiple homes; A woman who accelerated through a school fence and killed 11-year-old Jack Davey will walk free; Rapper Cardi B has been unanimously cleared of civil assault allegations. 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: Ilaria BrophyBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 2, 2025 • 15min
The Real Problem With Ai Therapy
A growing number of teenagers are turning to AI chatbots for mental health support, but a new investigation reveals the dangerous risks. We look at the chilling stories and the urgent calls for regulation as more young people log their deepest fears with artificial intelligence. Listen to Mamamia's WELL podcast here If this episode stirred up any feelings for you, help is available. You can contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 And in headlines today, Anna Wintour’s replacement has been announced as the longtime American Vogue editor steps down after 37 years, 39 year old Chloe Malle, the daughter of actress Candice Bergen taking over; Businesses in the popular Alpine region, who should be gearing up for a bumper school holiday season, are instead grappling with the impact of a massive hunt for accused police killer Dezi Freeman; Thomas Sewell, the leader of an Australian Neo Nazi group who marched in protest of immigration on the weekend, has been charged over an attack on a First Nations camp after Sunday’s rally; A magnitude 5.5 earthquake has shaken southeastern Afghanistan, two days after a large quake in the same region killed more than 1400 people and injured thousands more; A US judge has ruled that President Donald Trump's mobilisation of the National Guard in California was illegal; Singer Justin Bieber has made a bride’s day even more memorable, taking photos with her and her girls in the lobby of the hotel where she was celebrating her nuptialsTHE END BITS Our new podcast Watch Party is out now, listen to our deep-dive into The Thursday Murder Club movie on Apple or Spotify. Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Listen to Morning Tea celebrity headlines here 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: Raffaella Ciccarelli, News & Weekend Editor Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 2, 2025 • 4min
Premier "Undeterred" Following Neo-Nazi Confrontation
Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan has labelled neo-Nazis as "goons" after a self-described neo-Nazi and his associate crashed her press conference in Melbourne; The International Association of Genocide Scholars has passed a resolution stating that Israel's actions in Gaza meet the legal definition of genocide; A recent surge in berry consumption in Australia has prompted a review of a popular pesticide; And this year's Venice Film Festival has seen a sweet fashion moment between two of Hollywood's biggest stars. 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 Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 1, 2025 • 18min
The Teen Social Media Ban Gets A Tech Tick & Where Is The President?
Ahead of the teen social media ban, a new landmark report on age verification has given the tech the green light... sort of. Plus, where's the President? After days of public absence and wild health speculation, Donald Trump has finally been spotted, but concerns over his health remain. And in headlines today, Police searching for alleged gunman Dezi Freeman in the Victorian high country say they believe people know where he is; The GPS system of European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen's airplane was jammed while en route to Bulgaria, with Russian interference suspected; The women playing in this year’s cricket world cup will be getting four times their last tournament fee, more than the men’s pay from 2 years ago; Algerian Olympic champion Imane Khelif has appealed against a World Boxing decision barring her from upcoming events unless she undergoes genetic sex testing; Rapper Snoop Dogg has admitted he is "not perfect" after facing a backlash over his criticism of a same-sex couple in the animated movie Lightyear; Actress Emily Blunt says she is struggling with two things while filming the new Devil wears Prada sequel, wearing heels and being fed too much pasta by her brother-in-law Stanley TucciTHE END BITS Our new podcast Watch Party is out now, listen to our deep-dive into The Thursday Murder Club movie on Apple or Spotify. Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Listen to Morning Tea celebrity headlines here 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: Amelia Lester, Mamamia's US Correspondent Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 1, 2025 • 4min
Hundreds Feared Dead in Afghanistan Earthquake
Hundreds of people are feared dead following a magnitude 6 earthquake that struck eastern Afghanistan; Far-right demonstrators have been condemned and could face punishment, after storming an Aboriginal protest site in Melbourne; South Australia has banned fish-shaped soy sauce dispensers from today; A man has been arrested and a police officer injured after a car ploughed through the gates of the Russian consulate in Sydney; A new book about the monarchy details an account given by Queen Camilla about an attack she experienced as a teenager. 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: Ilaria BrophyBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 31, 2025 • 16min
Alleged Porepunkah Shooter's Wife Pleads To Hand Himself In & "False Spring" Explained
Penalty rates are finally protected for millions of Aussie workers but not everyone is happy about it. Plus, spring might be on the calendar but where the bloody hell is it? With never-ending cold snaps and frosty mornings, we're investigating the idea of "false spring" and when the warmer weather will actually stick around. Check out our women's health podcast WELL hereAnd in headlines today, Racism and extremism at anti-immigration rallies across Australia has been condemned after a score of arrests following violent clashes with police on Sunday; Police are throwing everything at their bushland hunt for alleged gunman Dezi Freeman, who has been on the run for seven days after allegedly shooting dead two officers and injuring a third, Freeman’s wife also urging her husband to give himself up; Climate campaigner Greta Thunberg has again joined a flotilla of boats loaded with aid for Gaza, aiming to break Israel's naval blockade and deliver food to the shattered enclave; 28 years after her death, Princess Diana’s brother has posted photos of flowers he left at her gravesite on the private island where she is buried; Dutch runner Sifan Hassan was the first woman to cross the finish line of the Sydney marathon yesterday doing so in record time; It seems we have been duped, TMZ told Pamela Anderson and Liam Neeson's relationship was nothing more than a PR stuntTHE END BITS Our new podcast Watch Party is out now, listen to our deep-dive into The Thursday Murder Club movie on Apple or Spotify. Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here 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: Jane Bunn, 7News Meteorologist Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 29, 2025 • 6min
Wife Of Alleged Cop Killer Arrested, Questioned As He Remains At Large
Desi Freeman's wife & a teenage boy arrested and questioned as he remains at large; Reality TV star Matt Wright has been found guilty of two counts of attempting to pervert the course of justice; One person has been arrested after a foiled plan to hijack a passenger aircraft in Australia was uncovered; One man arrested over kidnapping and death of Western Sydney mother Kim Tran; Australia called up for NASA moon mission; Comedian Dave Hughes currently in intensive care following AFL Legends match. 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: Taylah Strano Audio Production: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 28, 2025 • 14min
The UN Statement America Wouldn't Sign & Appeal Hope For Triple-Murderer
In a rare moment of almost total unity, 14 of the 15 UN Security Council members have declared the famine in Gaza a man-made crisis, with only the United States refusing to sign on to the joint statement. Plus, triple murderer Sef Gonzales has just had a major win in court, being allowed to appeal his three life sentences for killing his parents and sister more than 20 years ago. Listen: The Gonzales Family Murders And in headlines today, a manhunt for accused police killer Desi Freeman enters its fourth day; Australian leaders hit out at planned anti-immigration demonstrations planned for the weekend; Matt Wright might soon learn his fate, with the jury in the reality TV star's Supreme Court trial to resume deliberations; Influencer Emily Kiser has spoken for the first time about losing her three-year-old son Trigg in a drowning accident.THE END BITS Our new podcast Watch Party is out now, listen to our deep-dive into The Thursday Murder Club movie on Apple or Spotify. Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Listen to Morning Tea celebrity headlines here 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 & Ailish Delaney Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 28, 2025 • 3min
Victoria Police Update Search For Fugitive On The Run
Police in Victoria say they won't rest until they apprehend a fugitive on the run; A 12 year old girl who lost her life a school bus crash in Victoria is being remembered as a talented basketballer with an infectious personality; Olympic champion Jessica Fox has undergone surgery to remove a tumour from her kidney; Kmart owner Wesfarmers has reported a 14 per cent increase in net profit; and former tennis star Anna Kournikova is reportedly expecting her fourth baby at age 44. 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: Sasha Tannock Audio Production: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 27, 2025 • 19min
A New Sex Offender List & Australia Caught Between Israel & Iran
Queensland's Daniel's Law has officially come into effect with a new public sex offender registry. And Australia finds itself squeezed between Israel and Iran with embassies closed, envoys expelled, and blame flying in all directions. And in headlines today, A search for a fugitive who allegedly murdered two police officers has entered a third day, as Victoria grieves for the fallen officers; Australians of Iranian heritage are facing verbal abuse and intimidation over Tehran's involvement in two anti-Semitic attacks in Sydney and Melbourne; The support team behind Travis and Jason Kelce’s football podcast New Heights have explained the stress of holding the secret of Travis’ now fiancee Taylor Swift appearing on the show to announce her new album; Prince Jackson, Michael Jackson's eldest son is engaged to marry his girlfriend Molly after eight years together.THE END BITSSupport independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Listen to Morning Tea celebrity headlines here 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: Dr Jessica Genauer, Senior Lecturer in International Relations at Flinder's UniversityAudio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.


