‘I Was An Ugly Child’ & The 5-Second Underthinking Rule

If you've come looking for Elf On The Shelf tips you're in the wrong place. We're in the lead-up to Christmas and Holly's in the depths of Elf On The Shelf hell, for the umpteenth year running. But she's having a far better week than Chris Dawson, who was arrested for the suspected murder of his wife Lynette. He's been extradited to Sydney and refused bail. And it's all thanks to the incredible Hedley Thomas and the Teacher's Pet podcast, as well as some new witness statements. Plus, the Mamamia Out Loud team tackle a group therapy from a listener who's struggling with her ex-partner's new wedding plans. She wants to crawl into a hole and... drink. And what is The Merit Myth? It's had an effect on Sarah Hansen-Young in passing weeks, but funnily enough on very few men. Jessie recommends 'The Ghost In Your Genes' documentary: https://ihavenotv.com/the-ghost-in-your-genes Holly recommends Hasan Minhaj's 'Homecoming King' comedy special on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/80239931 Mia recommends the 'Sad Jennifer Aniston' episode of Slate's Decoder Ring podcast: https://player.fm/series/decoder-ring-2435289/sad-jennifer-aniston END BITS Hosts: Holly Wainwright, Jessie Stephens and Mia Freedman Producers: Elissa Ratliff and Luca Lavigne COME TALK TO US Join the Out Louders Facebook group GET IN TOUCH: Call the PodPhone on 02 8999 9386. Email the show at outloud@mamamia.com.au Find any book mentioned at apple.co/mamamia Mamamia Out Loud is a podcast by Mamamia. Find more shows here.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

7 Joulu 201839min

When it comes to the office Christmas party - what the heck are you allowed to wear? Is 'Palace Feud' a default headline for the media or is there actually something going on between Duchess Meghan and Duchess Kate? And why are more and more people leaning out of Sheryl Sandberg as opposed to leaning in? The End Bits Hosts: Holly Wainwright, Jessie Stephens and Mia Freedman Producer: Elissa Ratliff COME TALK TO US Join the Out Louders Facebook group here. GET IN TOUCH: Call the PodPhone on 02 8999 9386. Email the show at outloud@mamamia.com.au Find any book mentioned at apple.co/mamamia Mamamia Out Loud is a podcast by Mamamia. Find more shows here.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

5 Joulu 201830min

Have you ever heard the expression ‘soft boy?’ Holly hadn’t until it came up in a meeting the other day, so she asked Jessie to explain it. And yikes, it’s not what you’d think. Plus, has Lena Dunham reached peak overshare? And is it ever okay to say no to sharing food at restaurants? The End Bits Hosts: Holly Wainwright, Jessie Stephens and Mia Freedman Producer: Elissa Ratliff RECOMMENDATIONS Mia: The Bold Type On StanJessie: The Lost Man by Jane HarperHolly: Documentary on Princess Margaret, the Rebel Royal COME TALK TO US Join the Out Louders Facebook group here. GET IN TOUCH: Call the PodPhone on 02 8999 9386. Email the show at outloud@mamamia.com.au Find any book mentioned at apple.co/mamamia Mamamia Out Loud is a podcast by Mamamia. Find more shows here.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

30 Marras 201840min

What do you do when your roommate has her boyfriend over all the time? Ignore it? Say something? Move out? The Outlouders are here to help (even if they don't all agree). Plus, we're brining back the Kick Arse Woman Of Kickarsery segment to celebrate Jameela Jamil this week, because her tweets about celebrities and detox teas were bloody brilliant. And whose responsibility are our stress levels in this insanely busy world? Our bosses or ourselves? The End Bits Hosts: Holly Wainwright, Jessie Stephens and Mia Freedman Producer: Elissa Ratliff COME TALK TO US Join the Out Louders Facebook group here. GET IN TOUCH: Call the PodPhone on 02 8999 9386. Email the show at outloud@mamamia.com.au Find any book mentioned at apple.co/mamamia Mamamia Out Loud is a podcast by Mamamia. Find more shows here.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

28 Marras 201832min

Outlouders, social media is ruining your holidays and we have the stats to prove it. Plus, could Sex and the City really have worked without Mr Big? Yep, we’re going deep on the fact that the third movie was going to kill him off. And Renae Lawrence of the Bali 9 has arrived home. And if you need a refresher on the Bali 9, we’ve got you sorted. The End Bits Hosts: Holly Wainwright, Jessie Stephens and Mia Freedman Producer: Elissa Ratliff RECOMMENDATIONS Mia wants you to read Becoming by Michelle Obama Jessie wants you to join our book club and read The PiscesHolly wants you to listen to the podcast called BikramAnd everyone wants you to listen to Origins of Sex and The City COME TALK TO US Join the Out Louders Facebook group here. GET IN TOUCH: Call the PodPhone on 02 8999 9386. Email the show at outloud@mamamia.com.au Find any book mentioned at apple.co/mamamia Mamamia Out Loud is a podcast by Mamamia. Find more shows here.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

23 Marras 201835min

Have you received an invitation from your office to take part in the annual Kris Kringle? Do you not really want to do it? Well, friends, we’re here to say THAT IS FINE because Kris Kringle is a little bit problematic according to Rach and Mia. Plus, two high profile women are currently being blasted in the media for not playing by the rules. Which begs the question, is it inherently sexist to call a woman ‘difficult’? And, did our Prime Minister, Scott Morrison, out himself as a letch in a conversation about Pamela Anderson this week? The End Bits Hosts: Holly Wainwright, Rachel Corbett and Mia Freedman Producer: Elissa Ratliff COME TALK TO US Join the Out Louders Facebook group here. GET IN TOUCH: Call the PodPhone on 02 8999 9386. Email the show at outloud@mamamia.com.au Find any book mentioned at apple.co/mamamia Mamamia Out Loud is a podcast by Mamamia. Find more shows here.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

21 Marras 201831min

What do you do when you get demoted by a best friend? We’ve got a heartfelt group therapy that will probably break your heart a little. Plus, when it comes to sausage sandwiches, where do you put your onions? And, The Bachelorette has ended but less people were watching, so have we reached peak Bachelorette? The End Bits Hosts: Holly Wainwright, Clare Stephens and Mia Freedman Producer: Elissa Ratliff Listen to the Liz Gilbert TED podcast here. RECOMMENDATIONS Clare Stephens is watching The Sinner season 2. Mia wants you to read this article about Larry Nassar https://www.thecut.com/2018/11/how-did-larry-nassar-deceive-so-many-for-so-long.html Holly wants to know what the Aussie equivalent of Salt Water Sandals are COME TALK TO US Join the Out Louders Facebook group here. GET IN TOUCH: Call the PodPhone on 02 8999 9386. Email the show at outloud@mamamia.com.au Find any book mentioned at apple.co/mamamia Mamamia Out Loud is a podcast by Mamamia. Find more shows here. Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

16 Marras 201840min

Is it ever okay to breastfeed a baby that isn't yours? An air hostess offered up her boob to someone else's baby on a flight this week and Rachel Corbett wants to know if this is what happens when you become a mother. Second thing on the agenda this week is dampness. Not in your house, but in your body. Yeah. Your insides are damp. You'd better go get that checked. Plus should women get to choose whether their #metoo stories go public? We unpack the Ashleigh Raper and Luke Foley allegations... The End Bits Hosts: Holly Wainwright, Rachel Corbett and Mia Freedman Producer: Elissa Ratliff COME TALK TO US Join the Out Louders Facebook group here. GET IN TOUCH: Call the PodPhone on 02 8999 9386. Email the show at outloud@mamamia.com.au Find any book mentioned at apple.co/mamamia Mamamia Out Loud is a podcast by Mamamia. Find more shows here.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

14 Marras 201836min