The Best Friend Debate

Subscribe to Mamamia As the impacts of Covid continue to come to light, experts are asking the question: should we have closed Australian schools during the pandemic, given what we now know? We discuss. Plus, we cannot escape the ‘personal brand’ despite what industry we’re in. So, are we all just turning into sellouts, having to shamelessly promote ourselves to make it in business? And, our best and worst of the week, which include, a frustrating date hour, the search for the perfect lunch and someone worried they might be exploiting their mother-in-law. The End Bits:  Listen to our latest episode: Jessie Chooses A Parenting Style Read: ASK HOLLY: 'My daughter is pregnant again and I don't think I can cope.' Read: Everyone’s a Sellout Now by Rebecca Jennings RECOMMENDATION: Holly wants you to watch The Greatest Night in Pop on Netflix 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.

23 Feb 202445min

Subscribe to Mamamia Ben Cousins has been cast for the new season of Dancing With The Stars, which begs the question: does everyone deserve a redemption arc? (Especially on prime-time TV). Plus, the ‘Birthday girlies’ are draining our bank accounts, and enough is enough. So, is it as simple as just saying you can’t afford to attend their endless extravagant events? And, multimillionaire Bryan Johnson wants to live as long as humanly possible, and he’s got some interesting methods in the name of anti-aging.One involving shockwave therapy and his penis. The End Bits:  Listen to our latest episode: A Family Meeting About Mia’s Face If you or someone you know are experiencing domestic family or sexual violence, contact 1800RESPECT or Lifeline on 13 11 14.  Read: Ben Cousins is going on Dancing with the Stars. Let's not forget where he was four years ago. Read: 11am dinner and 'must donate plasma': This tech bro's list of dating rules are...a lot. Read: 'I expect my “rich” friends to pay for my half of dinner. And you should too.' Listen: How ‘Cocaine Cassie’ Really Survived Three Years In A Colombian Prison RECOMMENDATION: Mia wants you to check out The Basic Band Sleeve Garter  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.

21 Feb 202441min

Subscribe to Mamamia Perin Davey has admitted to being under the influence of alcohol speaking in the senate, just a week after images of a drunk and disorderly Barnaby Joyce went viral after he attended a political function. So, should government leaders be allowed to drink while on the clock? Or should the PM implement random drug and alcohol testing? We can't agree. Plus, Mia shares her 'transcendent' Eras Tour experience with two self-declared “non-Swifties” and we unpack a trend at the concert that's giving us all the ick! And, why even the smallest “bid” for connection, and how it's received, can be a crucial indicator of how healthy a relationship or friendship is. The End Bits:  Listen to Thursday's episode: An Emergency Meeting About An Out Loud Re-Brand Listen: We’re Desperate To Talk About Saltburn Read: MIA FREEDMAN: 'What the Taylor concert was really like.' Listen: Taylor Swift Is Everywhere, Use It As An Opportunity To Bond RECOMMENDATION: Jessie wants you to try Vanish Preen OxiAction Everyday Stain Remover Spray 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.

19 Feb 202444min

Subscribe to Mamamia Prime Minister Anthony Albanese proposed to his girlfriend on Valentine’s Day and Holly wants to know, why? Plus, should we wait until people are gone to declare how much we loved them or is there something to be said for a ‘living funeral’? And, our best and worst of the week, which include wedding dresses, sprained ears and the bitchiest men in the country. The End Bits:  Listen to yesterday's episode: An Emergency Meeting About An Out Loud Re-Brand Listen to No Filter: Andy Lee On Failing Upwards Listen to No Filter: The Private Life Of Anthony Albanese RECOMMENDATION: Mia wants you to listen to the Cancelled episode Birth: "Everything Smells Like A Farm" 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.

16 Feb 202441min

Subscribe to Mamamia The face and story of six-year-old Hind Rajab is rightfully everywhere this week reminding us of the horror of war. What does Harry and Meghan's official relaunch tell us about their comeback plans? And, why you feel exhausted all the time, even after a good lie down. Meet the seven different types of rest. The End Bits:  Listen to yesterday's episode: Can We Please Talk About Taylor Swift's Private Jets? Listen: An Emergency Meeting About King Charles & Harry Read: Meghan Markle is up to something. Read articles from Mia's Babble Newsletter here RECOMMENDATION: Holly wants you to listen to Beyoncé's new singles Texas Hold 'Em and 16 Carriages 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.

14 Feb 202442min

Subscribe to Mamamia Barnaby Joyce was filmed lying on a footpath in Canberra, drunk and swearing into his phone last week. He’s since responded, but the real question is; does it matter how the people who run our country conduct themselves in public? Plus, we actually watched the Super Bowl this year, and no, it wasn’t for the sport. So, did we just witness the most iconic, all-American moment between Grammy winner Taylor Swift and NFL star Travis Kelce? And, it’s now legal to ignore your boss if they message you after hours. But is it as simple as just turning on ‘Do Not Disturb’ and going about your life? Jessie unpacks all the details of the 'right to disconnect' policy. The End Bits:  Listen to Thursday's episode: We’re Desperate To Talk About Saltburn Listen: The Taylor Swift Backlash You’re About To See Listen to The Quicky: Olympian Libby Trickett Conflicted About The Enhanced Games Read: Cameos and a chaotic Taylor Swift: The best moments from Usher's Super Bowl Halftime show. Read: A new law means you might soon be able to ignore out-of-hours work calls and emails. RECOMMENDATION: Holly wants you to watch Feud: Capote vs. The Swans 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.

12 Feb 202448min

Subscribe to Mamamia The tide has shifted against Taylor Swift (again) following one very big night at the Grammys. But, is this just what happens when we’re over-saturated by a celebrity? Plus, do babies belong in the workplace? A Labor Party Senator has "made history" this week by bringing his baby to work and we have mixed feelings And, our bests and worsts of the week, which include Jessie learning to say no, a dog with nappy rash and an insufferable baked-goods-related ego. The End Bits:  Listen to our latest episode: We’re Desperate To Talk About Saltburn Read Holly's article: Have I been in my job too long? Check out the viral video Mia can't stop laughing at here Read: In one night, the tide shifted against Taylor Swift Read: Taylor Swift and the Good Girl Trap RECOMMENDATION: Jessie wants you to watch Society Of The Snow on Netflix 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.

9 Feb 202447min

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 Feb 202451min