The Snow Globe Effect & Brad Pitt’s Victory Lap

Subscribe to Mamamia King Charles has been diagnosed with cancer. So, what does this mean for the British royal family?  Plus, there’s a man who believes that women who wear G-String bikini bottoms are portraying themselves as “sex objects”, so he’s pushing to ban them. Does he have some valid concerns? Lots of argy bargy follows. And, Andy Lee doesn’t want to have kids right now, so should we stop asking him? And while we’re at it, can we stop asking all women everywhere the same question? The End Bits:  Listen to our latest episode: A Friendship Dilemma Very Close To Home Check Out Andy Lee's No Filter Episode Read: Andy Lee on the joy of not having kids Read: There are calls for bikinis to be banned because some men are feeling 'uncomfortable'. RECOMMENDATION: Holly wants you to watch True Detective on Binge Sign up to the Mamamia Out Loud Newsletter for all our recommendations in one place.  Want to try our new exercise app? Click here to start a seven-day free trial of MOVE by Mamamia  GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Leave us a voicememo or email us at outloud@mamamia.com.au Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud CREDITS: Hosts: Holly Wainwright, Mia Freedman & Jessie Stephens Producer: Emeline Gazilas Assistant Production: Tahli Blackman Audio Producer: Leah Porges Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

7 Helmi 202451min

Subscribe to Mamamia Anthony Albanese has backflipped on his promise to stay away from stage three tax cuts, so is he a liar or simply keeping up with a changing economy? If you are in a position of power can you change your mind? We unpack. Plus, there’s a TikTok “tradwife” known as @ballerinafarm who enjoys staying home with her eight kids making sourdough. But, is she using social media to push for a return to traditional gender roles or just showing off her wholesome life? And, are you just saying you’re grateful because you feel like you’re “supposed” to? We’re diving in to “toxic gratitude”. The End Bits:  Listen to our latest subscriber episode: Erm, Have You Seen That JLo Trailer? Read: A pageant queen, 8 kids and a billion-dollar fortune: The controversy of Ballerina Farm. RECOMMENDATION: Jessie wants you to watch Poor Things Sign up to the Mamamia Out Loud Newsletter for all our recommendations in one place.  Want to try our new exercise app? Click here to start a seven-day free trial of MOVE by Mamamia  GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Leave us a voicememo or email us at outloud@mamamia.com.au Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud CREDITS: Hosts: Holly Wainwright, Mia Freedman & Jessie Stephens Producer: Emeline Gazilas Assistant Production: Tahli Blackman Audio Producer: Leah Porges Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

5 Helmi 202443min

Subscribe to Mamamia Grown men have been found crying on the streets of Sydney this week about girls being allowed into the classrooms of one very prestigious private boys school. We unpack. Plus, a group of Hollywood insiders have shared exactly how they make A-list celebrities look younger on screen and we are divided. And, our first week of best and worsts for 2024, which include… Holly’s partner Brent's take on the matriarchy with scones, Jessie’s feeding confusion and Mia’s new(ish) look. The End Bits:  Listen to our latest episode: Erm, Have You Seen that JLo Trailer? Read: Two Sydney boys schools are heading for co-education. The response couldn't be more different. Read: How 2 ugly celebrity feuds catapulted 4 songs to the top of the charts. RECOMMENDATION: Jessie wants you to check out Todoist Sign up to the Mamamia Out Loud Newsletter for all our recommendations in one place.  GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Leave us a voicememo or email us at outloud@mamamia.com.au Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud CREDITS: Hosts: Holly Wainwright, Mia Freedman & Jessie Stephens Producer: Emeline Gazilas Assistant Production: Tahli Blackman Audio Producer: Leah Porges Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2 Helmi 202446min

Subscribe to Mamamia Australian politician Georgie Purcell received an “apology” this week for the “graphic error” in which an image used on a national news bulletin was altered to make her look more sexualised… we discuss. Plus, is it narcissistic to send long voice notes to your friend or an efficient use of time? Holly, Mia and Jessie are divided. And, what level of impartiality do we expect from the people delivering our news to us? We debate what’s considered news versus what’s opinion in 2024. The End Bits:  Listen to our latest episode: Holly Is Busting To Talk About Those Royals Stories Read: Georgie Purcell didn't deserve this. No woman does. RECOMMENDATION: Mia wants you to check out the Philips 3000 Series Handheld Garment Steamer & Kmart Hand Held Garment Steamer Sign up to the Mamamia Out Loud Newsletter for all our recommendations in one place.  GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Leave us a voicememo or email us at outloud@mamamia.com.au Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud CREDITS: Hosts: Holly Wainwright, Mia Freedman & Jessie Stephens Producer: Emeline Gazilas Assistant Production: Tahli Blackman Audio Producer: Leah Porges Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

31 Tammi 202441min

Subscribe to Mamamia Explicit AI-generated images of Taylor Swift have been circulating the internet, and erm, we think technology has evolved enough now. But in the age of “deepfakes” do any of us actually own our face or other bits? And how do we protect ourselves online? Plus, the world is thirsty for insulated water vessels, so when did we all get so dehydrated? And, who’s entitled to an award show nomination? Apparently, the genius female minds behind the Barbie movie aren’t… But, is a movie about a doll worthy of an Oscar? Not all of our hosts are convinced. The End Bits:  Listen to our latest episode: You’re 14… Why Do You Need Skincare? Read: Inside the cult of water bottles. Read: Margot Robbie and Greta Gerwig both missed out on Oscar nominations, but for very different reasons. RECOMMENDATION: Jessie wants you to read None of This is True by Lisa Jewell  Sign up to the Mamamia Out Loud Newsletter for all our recommendations in one place.  GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Leave us a voicememo or email us at outloud@mamamia.com.au Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud CREDITS: Hosts: Holly Wainwright, Mia Freedman & Jessie Stephens Producer: Emeline Gazilas Assistant Production: Tahli Blackman Audio Producer: Leah Porges Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

29 Tammi 202442min

Subscribe to Mamamia Is Proximity Friendship a thing? We unpack the story of a woman who made 22 of her friends move to her suburb. Plus, we explain what an "Office 10" is, and why everyone is talking about it. And, did that vase just move on its own? After listening to an eerie podcast about ghosts, Holly, Jessie and Elfy share their own spooky stories. The End Bits:  Listen to our latest episode: There Might Be An Actual Reason Men Are Such Bad Communicators  Mamamia Out Loud returns January 29 Sign up to the Mamamia Out Loud Newsletter for all our recommendations in one place.  GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Leave us a voicememo or email us at outloud@mamamia.com.au Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud CREDITS: Hosts: Holly Wainwright, Mia Freedman & Jessie Stephens Producer: Emeline Gazilas Assistant Production: Tahli Blackman Audio Production: Madeline Joannou Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

23 Tammi 202428min

Subscribe to Mamamia On the hunt from some new pals… this ‘click or clash’ personality test will help you find your people. Plus, introducing Bare Minimum Monday. Maybe we’ll tell you about it, maybe we can’t be bothered, but it might be coming to a workplace near you. And, we can’t simply agree about who the worst boyfriend was on Sex And The City. The End Bits:  Listen to our latest episode: SUMMER SERIES: Ladies, Stop The ‘Humble Brag’  Take the Click/Clash Connection Test here! Listen to Season 2 Recaps: And Just Like That…Carrie Won’t Talk About Her Vagina Mamamia Out Loud returns January 29 Sign up to the Mamamia Out Loud Newsletter for all our recommendations in one place.  GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Leave us a voicememo or email us at outloud@mamamia.com.au Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud CREDITS: Hosts: Holly Wainwright, Mia Freedman & Jessie Stephens Producer: Emeline Gazilas Assistant Production: Tahli Blackman Audio Production: Madeline Joannou Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

21 Tammi 202428min

Subscribe to Mamamia Have you ever felt sad during life moments where you thought you’d feel the exact opposite? We dive into “perfect moment syndrome” and why so many of us cry on our birthdays. Plus, the person behind one of the world's biggest celebrity gossip sites, DeuxMoi, has revealed they are living in fear of being unmasked, which feels a little… ironic? And, is it narcissistic to post a photo of yourself? A conversation about why some of us feel weird about posting selfies now. The End Bits:  Listen to our latest episode: The People We Most Admire  Listen to But Are You Happy?  Sign up to the Mamamia Out Loud Newsletter for all our recommendations in one place.  GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Leave us a voicememo or email us at outloud@mamamia.com.au Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud CREDITS: Hosts: Holly Wainwright, Mia Freedman & Jessie Stephens Producer: Emeline Gazilas Assistant Production: Tahli Blackman Audio Producer: Leah Porges Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

18 Tammi 202432min