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In 2017, is monogamy overrated? Open Marriages are on the rise, but can it work or is it too much effort? Is Cassie Sainsbury the new Schapelle Corby? And what does her being a sex worker have to do with anything? “Imposter syndrome” is the new buzzword for career women, but is it the new humblebrag? A theory that everyone is making the same Instagram moves but no one wants to admit it. Should cafe’s and restaurants have “soft rooms” for people who just want to be comfortable and have a conversation? And the politics of gift giving at work: how much? How often? And can you just say 'How about no'? Show notes Your host and producer is Monique Bowley with Jessie Stephens and Mia Freedman Jessie recommends 7 Types of Ambiguity on iview Monz recommends The Barefoot Investor Mia recommends The Well And the Tell Me It's Going To Be OK facebook page Thanks to The Lott for sponsoring today's show. – the home of Australia’s Official Lotteries by Tatts, New South Wales Lotteries, Golden Casket and SA Lotteries. Leave us a message on the Podcast phone: 02 8999 9386 or join the conversation on the Facebook page: Mamamia Out Loud And if you can spare a second, leave a review and rating in iTunes; it helps us massively.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

24 Maj 201757min

Yesterday the world got a little darker. Twenty-two people lost their lives at an Ariana Grande pop concert in Machester, England. The majority of those murdered were young girls. And ISIS has claimed responsibility. Mamamia's Head Of Entertainment Holly Wainwright, a born and bred Mancunian, joins Mia, Monz and Jessie to discuss about how we talk about this attack. Show notes Your host and producer is Monique Bowley with Jessie Stephens and Mia Freedman. With thanks to Holly Wainwright Leave us a message on the Podcast phone: 02 8999 9386 or join the conversation on the Facebook page: Mamamia Out Loud And if you can spare a second, leave a review and rating in iTunes; it helps us massively.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

24 Maj 201721min

No one tell John Laws, but in this workplace, women actually wear pants. This week, we take a look at some other casual sexism from the week. But don't get your frilly knickers in a knot; because it's alllll just a joke. Earlier this year it was Bernard Salt who said Millenials can’t afford houses because they spend too much on smashed avo. Now a millionaire property tycoon says it's our addiction to lattes and the finer things in life that is stopping us stepping onto the property ladder. Does he have a point? There's a new slow-dating app but not everyone is convinced. Bill Gates has answered the all-important question; What's the best age to give your child a smartphone? Plus, we need to talk about the post-baby selfie. You know the one; a bikini shot just days after your placenta plopped out. Is it empowering, or a punch in the guts to other women? Show notes Your host and producer is Monique Bowley with Jessie Stephens and Mia Freedman Jessie does not recommend the movie Snatched Monz feels strange about Big Ballet on Netflix. Is she crazy? Mia recommends new winter PJ's from Cotton On. Thanks to Marie and Aaron, our live studio audience of two. And to The Lott for sponsoring today's show. – the home of Australia’s Official Lotteries by Tatts, New South Wales Lotteries, Golden Casket and SA Lotteries. Leave us a message on the Podcast phone: 02 8999 9386 or join the conversation on the Facebook page: Mamamia Out Loud And if you can spare a second, leave a review and rating in iTunes; it helps us massively.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

17 Maj 201758min

While everyone was distracted by the budget, there were two great things that happened in Parliament for women this week. Meanwhile, all the parents in the world are wringing their hands over the stress of NAPLAN but do kids just need to suck it up? There’s a list of 101 ways to destress …..but it’s making us stressed. Can you ever comment on someone's weight? Plus, we take a look at the Luke Lazarus case that made so many people uncomfortable this week. Plus, the hairiest modern dilemma: when you’ve had your bush lasered off completely, how do you explain to your feminist teenagers going through puberty that mummy well...mummy is as bald as Peter Dutton? Show notes Your host and producer is Monique Bowley with Jessie Stephens and Mia Freedman Jessie recommends the movie Get Out if you want to scare the living daylights out of yourself. Monz recommends Losing Sight of Shore on Netflix And the Samuel Johnson No Filter podcast Mia recommends Option B by Sheryl Sandberg Leave us a message on the Podcast phone: 02 8999 9386 or join the conversation on the Facebook page: Mamamia Out Loud Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10 Maj 201756min

There are many, many books written by many successful women who talk about how wildly successful they are. Mia Freedman's book is not one of them. In typical Mia style, it's her life laid bare: the mistakes, setbacks, and slip ups. The kind of life lessons you won't see in an Instagram quote. It's helpful, honest, a tome for women who thinks 'am I the only one who feels like this'? Join Mia in conversation with Mamamia's Monique Bowley, Jessie Stephens, and Holly Wainwright. Three women in their 20's, 30's and 40's, who each took something entirely different from the book.Show notes: You can order the book here The Facebook page for the book is here Contact the show: 02 8999 9386 Or send an email or a voice message recorded on your phone to podcast@mamamia.com.au Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

5 Maj 201755min

One minute, Cassie Sainsbury was a 22-year-old who was buying headphones for her wedding. The next, she's in a Colombian prison under drug charges. Why are we so obsessed with this story? The AFL has made history again, with Hawthorn hiring their first female CEO. Is it cynical to think it's another glass cliff situation? Vogue have announced the Wedding Trends That Are Sooooo Over For 2017 and we can't help but dissect. Is it still taboo for women to date men significantly younger than them? Does age in relationships really matter all that much? Everyone loves Masterchef, (including us), but does it need a female judge quota introduced or are we cooked in the head? And if Facebook's targeted ads are making you feel bad about your life, join the club. Show notes Your host and producer is Monique Bowley with Jessie Stephens and Holly Wainwright Mia Freedman will be back next week! Holly recommends listening to Alec Baldwin on Death, Sex and Money podcast Jessie is all about these 36 Questions to make you fall in love Monz recommends adding a kick arse woman to Wikipedia to balance the gender imbalance. Leave us a message on the Podcast phone: 02 8999 9386 or join the conversation on the Facebook page: Mamamia Out Loud Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

3 Maj 201745min

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28 Apr 201717min

There are a few things that remain sacred in the Australian landscape. ANZAC day is one of them. So when commentator Yassmin Abdel-Magid suggested that Australians should instead spare a thought for those on Manus Island and in Syria, it went down like a lead balloon. But isn't this the freedom of speech that our ANZAC soldiers fought for? What’s the right amount of Maternity leave to take? Anne-Marie Slaughter, former advisor to Hillary Clinton, says 12 months of maternity leave is too long and it will damage your career. Plus, the Logies moment that divided option: we need to talk about Molly. Show notes Your host and producer is Monique Bowley with Jessie Stephens and Holly Wainwright Holly recommends watching No Offence on iTunes Jessie is all about investing in a new mattress Monz recommends baking the best ANZAC biscuits known to mankind. Leave us a message on the Podcast phone: 02 8999 9386 or join the conversation on the Facebook page: Mamamia Out Loud Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

26 Apr 201753min