So, We Sat Down With A Tarot Card Reader
Three Out Loud hosts, one tarot card reader, Evelyn, and our unfiltered reactions. What could go wrong? Outlouders, this is an episode we have been looking forward to. Also, we’re not just reading our futures — Holly unpacks the vulnerable and heartfelt revelations in Liz Gilbert’s new book, including her self-proclaimed 'love addiction'. So why does Jessie find some of her observations feel kind of familiar? The wild but true high school catfish doco that floored Jessie; Holly and her good friend Meghan enjoy a taste of Spain; plus some X-rated bread making. Our recommendations this week truly run the gamut. P.S. If you want to listen to our one-on-one tarot card readings with Jessie, Holly and Amelia, we have a subscriber episode dropping in your feed next week. We’ll see you there 👀🔮 If you or anyone you know needs to speak with an expert, please contact your GP or in Australia, contact Lifeline (13 11 14), Kids Helpline (1800 55 1800) or Beyond Blue (1300 22 4636), all of which provide trained counsellors you can talk with 24/7. Support independent women's media Check out Evelyn's Instagram for all your tarot reading needs. Recommendations Amelia recommends The Twisted Tale of Amanda Knox on Disney Jessie recommends Unknown Number: The Highschool Catfish on Netflix Holly recommends With Love, Meghan Episode 8 on Netflix What To Listen To Next: Listen to our latest episode: We Need To Talk About The Gwyneth Paltrow Biography Listen: The Great Lock In Has Just Begun Listen: The New Rules Of Etiquette For Every Age Listen: A Theory About Kate Middleton's Hair & The Secret To Small Talk Listen: The Family Drama We Can't Stop Thinking About Listen:The Princess Test & Trump's Bruised Hand Listen: An Entirely Random List Of Things We Deem Offensive Listen: The Millionaire CEO Going Viral For A… Snatch Listen: The Snow Globe Effect & Brad Pitt’s Victory Lap Listen to Parenting Out Loud: The 'Normal' We Need To Interrogate & The Father's Day Rethink Discover more Mamamia Podcasts here Watch Mamamia Out Loud: Mamamia Out Loud on YouTube What to read: The day 'that nice Eat, Pray, Love lady' plotted to kill her lover. 'My daughter was smart, beautiful and bullied. I didn't know how bad it was until it was too late.' A teenage girl and her boyfriend were bullied online for years. The culprit was her mother. Everything we know about the 54-minute meeting between King Charles and Prince Harry. Taylor and Ashley were best friends for 13 years. It all went wrong when they trusted a psychic. The Cut: Who Was Cyberbullying Kendra Licari’s Teen Daughter? THE END BITS: Check out our merch at MamamiaOutLoud.com Mamamia studios are styled with furniture from Fenton and Fenton GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Send us an email at outloud@mamamia.com.au Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice message. Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud and on Tiktok @mamamiaoutloud CREDITS: Hosts: Amelia Lester, Jessie Stephens & Holly Wainwright Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine Executive Producer: Emeline Gazilas Audio Producer: Leah Porges Video Producer: Josh Green Junior Content Producers: Coco & Tessa 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 Sep 1h 1min
Why Every Goal Suddenly Feels Urgent (and What Lazy Gewls Do Next)
There's a new species of male that's captured Amelia's attention. He's a literature loving, matcha drinking, standup guy that seems to capture the female gaze perfectly. Except: none of it's real. The Performative Man is faking it. La Lester explains. Plus, we have to revisit the Coldplay kiss cam cheating scandal. The latest update changes EVERYTHING, and now? Well, now Jessie wants to renew her wedding vows. And, welcome to The Great Lock In. It's your chance to put the last remaining months before the New Year to good use. But a certain Stacey Hicks confesses she would much prefer to Lock Out instead. So, why do all our goals suddenly feel urgent, and what's a lazy gewl to do when everyone's obsessed with self-optimisation? Support independent women's media What To Listen To Next: Listen to our latest episode: The New Rules Of Etiquette For Every Age Listen: A Theory About Kate Middleton's Hair & The Secret To Small Talk Listen: The Family Drama We Can't Stop Thinking About Listen:The Princess Test & Trump's Bruised Hand Listen: An Entirely Random List Of Things We Deem Offensive Listen: The Millionaire CEO Going Viral For A… Snatch Listen: The Snow Globe Effect & Brad Pitt’s Victory Lap Listen to Parenting Out Loud: The 'Normal' We Need To Interrogate & The Father's Day Rethink Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts Discover more Mamamia Podcasts here Watch Mamamia Out Loud: Mamamia Out Loud on YouTube What to read: There's a type of man fooling everyone, and you've probably dated him. 'I date men less attractive than me. Here's what people get wrong.' Platonic asks whether men and women can be friends. Then refuses to answer the question. 'Leonardo DiCaprio says he’s emotionally 35 — which explains a lot about men in their 30s.' It was the 'affair' that broke the internet. Nobody saw Astronomer's next move coming. 'Like the woman we’re thinking about after the "affair" video, I was the wife who was left behind.' 'I confronted my cheating partner. Then my phone pinged with something I never saw coming.' 'I grew up being called the smart girl. No one warned me what could happen next.' THE END BITS: Check out our merch at MamamiaOutLoud.com Mamamia studios are styled with furniture from Fenton and Fenton GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Send us an email at outloud@mamamia.com.au Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice message. Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud and on Tiktok @mamamiaoutloud 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.
10 Sep 46min
Holly Makes An Apology & The New Small Talk Hack
Outlouders, Holly has a mea culpa for your Monday. This one involves Princess Kate, her hair, and the internet theories we all wish we hadn't read. Plus, we unpack the other big royal news. This time it's about Prince Harry and yes, it's got everyone talking. And, are you scared of small talk? You're not alone. Amelia Lester’s bringing the actually useful tips to survive awkward 8am chats at work when you have zero to say. That noise you hear? Just Jessie and Holly scribbling notes as if their social lives depend on it (because they do). Plus… is Pete Evans mainstream now? No, seriously. We don't know either. But he might be back in your feed — and it’s giving us emotional whiplash. Support independent women's media What To Listen To Next: Listen to our latest episode: The Family Drama We Can't Stop Thinking About Listen:The Princess Test & Trump's Bruised Hand Listen: An Entirely Random List Of Things We Deem Offensive Listen: The Millionaire CEO Going Viral For A… Snatch Listen: The Snow Globe Effect & Brad Pitt’s Victory Lap Listen: An Emergency Meeting About Taylor Swift's Engagement Listen: Did Someone Get Engaged? Oh Look, Mia Just Barged In Listen to Parenting Out Loud: The 'Normal' We Need To Interrogate & The Father's Day Rethink Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts Discover more Mamamia Podcasts here Watch Mamamia Out Loud: Mamamia Out Loud on YouTube What to read: Whatever happened to Pete Evans? Meghan and Harry left the royal family for their kids. This is Archie and Lilibet's life now. The 5 questions to ask instead of making small talk. 'I’m an introvert who’s made a career talking. Here are my yapping hacks that work in every social situation.' 'I went on a manifesting course. Here's what I learned.' After months of silence, Kate Middleton has released a statement regarding her cancer. THE END BITS: Check out our merch at MamamiaOutLoud.com Mamamia studios are styled with furniture from Fenton and Fenton GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Send us an email at outloud@mamamia.com.au Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice message. Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud and on Tiktok @mamamiaoutloud 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.
8 Sep 44min
PARENTING OUT LOUD: The 'Normal' We Need To Interrogate & The Father's Day Rethink
Outlouders, it's that time of the week again. Parenting Out Loud is back in your ears to start your weekend right. Each week, Monique Bowley, Amelia Lester and Stacey Hicks unpack the zeitgeist through the unique lens of being a parent. On today's show: Father’s Day is tomorrow and there's been a distinct shift in its marketing. Amelia unpacks what’s changed and why. Bluey: adorable? Absolutely. But is this the kids' TV show that's also making us feel… bad? Welcome to the Bluey Inadequacy Complex. Monz explains all. Plus, ❤️💜 Two emojis, very different vibes. And yes, we all need to know the difference. Welcome to your emoji decoder. And, the 'one and done' debate that has Stacey riled. Plus, our recommendations: 🛏️ Stacey recommends a sleep story. 👩🎨 Amelia has a new playdate hack. 📺 Monz has an old fashioned screen test. Want to lock in next week's episode? Search Parenting Out Loud in your podcast app and hit '+ follow' so you never miss a show. Support independent women's media What To Listen To Next: Don't miss an episode of Parenting Out Loud The Third Kid Dessert Analogy & FFS, Stop With The Texts Dr Becky's DFK Theory & The Great Trampoline Debate The Ms Rachel Controversy & The Great Kids Vs Friendships Debate A New Co-Parenting Rule & The 100% Work Dilemma The Death Of The Dining Table & 'Outdated' Schooling Grandparents — It's Time For Your Performance Review Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts What to read: 'Mum, that means ejaculate.' These emojis aren't as innocent as they look. You're not imagining it. There's a reason everyone really is sicker this winter. Every moment from Bluey that has horrified Americans. 'The 'boring' parent is the unsung hero': 5 things Bluey has taught me about parenting. 14 dads told us what they actually want for Father's Day. 'We've decided we're only having one child... it doesn't stop the comments.' THE END BITS: Mamamia studios are styled with furniture from Fenton and Fenton GET IN TOUCH: Share your feedback! Send us a voice message or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au Join our Facebook group Mamamia Family to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamia_family 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. CREDITS: Hosts: Monique Bowley, Stacey Hicks & Amelia Lester Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine Senior/Audio Producer: Leah Porges Junior Content Producer: Tessa Kotowicz 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 Sep 39min
The Google Doc That Scares Us To Death
It all started with a Google Doc. Half of you—like Holly—are going to love it. The other half? Yeah, maybe not so much. But stick with us, because this isn’t just admin—it’s a document your loved ones will thank you for one day. We've made it easy for you by including a link to it below. Download or... ignore. And, Amelia’s latest internet obsession takes us deep into the world of weddings of the super rich. Think: Croesus, filthy rich, LOADED. Yes, we're saying hello to Becca Bloom and discussing the rise of Rich-Tok. What does a 'status wedding' actually cost—and why can’t we look away? Plus, your weekly reccos:💪 A fitness trend that’s a little... unusual🎬 A Netflix drama Jessie absolutely inhaled✨ A miracle for your face (no surgery required) To download the Essential Information For My Loved Ones document, subscribe to the Mamamia Out Loud newsletter here which publishes every Saturday at 6am. Support independent women's media Recommendations Amelia recommends laughing yoga. Jessie recommends Hostage on Netflix. Holly recommends Miracle Balm by Jones Road. What To Listen To Next: Listen to our latest episode: The Family Drama We Can't Stop Thinking About Listen:The Princess Test & Trump's Bruised Hand Listen: An Entirely Random List Of Things We Deem Offensive Listen: The Millionaire CEO Going Viral For A… Snatch Listen: The Snow Globe Effect & Brad Pitt’s Victory Lap Listen: An Emergency Meeting About Taylor Swift's Engagement Listen: Did Someone Get Engaged? Oh Look, Mia Just Barged In Listen to MID: Grief Has No Time For Your Bullshit Listen to Parenting Out Loud: The Third Kid Dessert Analogy & FFS, Stop With The Texts Discover more Mamamia Podcasts here Watch Mamamia Out Loud: Mamamia Out Loud on YouTube What to read: HOLLY WAINWRIGHT: A life-changing list of boring questions. Every single photo from #RichTok queen Becca Bloom's Lake Como wedding. 'My sister won't let me come to her wedding unless I pay a "wedding tax."' Wait, so who were the villains in Hostage? That twisted ending, explained. Aubrey Plaza, her husband's death and the 'wrong way' to grieve. 'No one told my dad he was dying, so I told him the truth. I regretted it almost immediately.' 'We need to talk about the royals' bizarre initiation ritual for potential princesses.' THE END BITS: Check out our merch at MamamiaOutLoud.com Mamamia studios are styled with furniture from Fenton and Fenton GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Send us an email at outloud@mamamia.com.au Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice message. Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud and on Tiktok @mamamiaoutloud CREDITS: Hosts: Amelia Lester, Jessie Stephens & Holly Wainwright Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine Executive Producer: Emeline Gazilas Audio Producer: Leah Porges Video Producer: Josh Green Junior Content Producers: Coco & Tessa 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 Sep 47min
You're Not Imagining It. Everyone Is Ruder
Why are we all so bloody rude? A new report shows retail workers are copping it worse than ever, and we’ve got a theory as to why. And, the Princess Test: the Royals’ bizarre initiation ritual for new family members visiting Balmoral for the first time. Holly reveals what it involves—and asks if you’d survive it.Plus, for 48 hours, the internet swore Donald Trump was dead. He’s not—but the rumours about the President's health aren’t going anywhere. Amelia’s got three clues to explain why this is one conspiracy that just won't die. Support independent women's media What To Listen To Next: Listen to our latest episode: An Entirely Random List Of Things We Deem Offensive Listen: The Millionaire CEO Going Viral For A… Snatch Listen: The Snow Globe Effect & Brad Pitt’s Victory Lap Listen: An Emergency Meeting About Taylor Swift's Engagement Listen: Did Someone Get Engaged? Oh Look, Mia Just Barged In Listen: Taylor Swift & Why Her Boyfriend's Podcast Listen: Taylor, Travis & The Breakup Document Listen to Parenting Out Loud: The Third Kid Dessert Analogy & FFS, Stop With The Texts Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts Discover more Mamamia Podcasts here Watch Mamamia Out Loud: Mamamia Out Loud on YouTube What to read: When the customer is just... wrong. The thread that sums up working in hospitality or retail. Will Smith is launching a comeback. It’s not going well. Meghan Markle's show exposes the royal family's big mistake. Princess Catherine won't be sharing her outfit details anymore. There's just one problem Virginia Giuffre's family just asked Trump the question we all want answered. THE END BITS: Check out our merch at MamamiaOutLoud.com Mamamia studios are styled with furniture from Fenton and Fenton GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Send us an email at outloud@mamamia.com.au Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice message. Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud and on Tiktok @mamamiaoutloud 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.
3 Sep 46min
Why We All So Desperately Wanted This Love Story To Be True
Say it's not so! Is the romance between Pamela Anderson and Liam Neeson really just a PR stunt? We investigate (through bitter tears). Plus, the fertility test women have been paying for. Doctors now say it doesn’t actually work. Jessie, Holly and Amelia unpack what that means for women everywhere.And, labubus. The nightmare-fuel plushies the internet can’t get enough of are... cute? Cursed? Or, literally possessed by Pazuzus requiring religious intervention? There's a sentence we never thought we'd be typing on a Monday afternoon. Whatever. We unpack WTF is going on. Support independent women's media What To Listen To Next: Listen to our latest episode: The Snow Globe Effect & Brad Pitt’s Victory Lap Listen: An Emergency Meeting About Taylor Swift's Engagement Listen: Did Someone Get Engaged? Oh Look, Mia Just Barged In Listen: Taylor Swift & Why Her Boyfriend's Podcast Listen: Taylor, Travis & The Breakup Document Listen: Remember The Singles Conversation? Jessie Has An Apology Listen to Parenting Out Loud: The Third Kid Dessert Analogy & FFS, Stop With The Texts Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts Discover more Mamamia Podcasts here Watch Mamamia Out Loud: Mamamia Out Loud on YouTube What to read: The rise of the teddy bear adult. Why grown adults are obsessed with toothy little monsters called Labubus. 'Celebrities keep pulling PR stunts and I'm officially exhausted.' Everything you need to know about 'fertility windows'. THE END BITS: Check out our merch at MamamiaOutLoud.com Mamamia studios are styled with furniture from Fenton and Fenton GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Send us an email at outloud@mamamia.com.au Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice message. Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud and on Tiktok @mamamiaoutloud 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.
1 Sep 40min
PARENTING OUT LOUD: The Third Kid Dessert Analogy & FFS, Please Stop With The Texts
🎉 Guess who's back, back again… 🎉 Outlouders, you asked. We listened. And now, it’s happening: Amelia Lester and Stacey Hicks are officially back — and they’ve brought the one and only Monique Bowley with them. Yep, Monz has returned to the Mamamia family to bring you Parenting Out Loud. If you love it (OF COURSE YOU WILL), make it your new Saturday ritual. Just search Parenting Out Loud, tap ‘+ follow’, and boom — parenting content with a pulse, delivered weekly. Because when you become a parent, it changes everything. And that includes how you see what's going on in the world. So, every week we deep-dive into the trends, headlines and viral MumToks through the lens of being just that — a parent. This week: Gen Z’s latest reason for giving parenthood the side-eye The guilt trip of not loving every second with your kids Amelia’s campaign to stop parental group texts (bold move) Stacey’s epic analogy for baby number three (you’ll never see tricycles the same way again) Hit play and welcome to the group chat you won't want to mute. Plus, it’s our recommendations: 🪩 Stacey recommends a boogie with your friends at a disco club. 🛏️ Amelia is bringing back the tried and tested hot water bottle. 🧇 Monz is a fan of this fool-proof snack: Take 8 Weet-Bix, 1/4 cup cocoa, 1 cup of desiccated coconut and a can of condensed milk. Stir all ingredients together, roll it into balls, roll in coconut and store in a bag in the freezer. Support independent women's media What To Listen To Next: Don't miss an episode of Parenting Out Loud Dr Becky's DFK Theory & The Great Trampoline Debate The Ms Rachel Controversy & The Great Kids Vs Friendships Debate A New Co-Parenting Rule & The 100% Work Dilemma The Death Of The Dining Table & 'Outdated' Schooling Grandparents — It's Time For Your Performance Review Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts What to read: 'Why a third child is like ordering dessert.' 'Dear kindy mums who've judged me for being "the other mum", here's what I want you to know.' 10 women on the moment they realised their mother was a narcissist. Gentle parenting is all over Instagram. But it's not always gentle on parents. 'I felt like I was the perfect mother. Until I had my third child.' THE END BITS: Mamamia studios are styled with furniture from Fenton and Fenton GET IN TOUCH: Share your feedback! Send us a voice message or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au Join our Facebook group Mamamia Family to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamia_family 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. CREDITS: Hosts: Monique Bowley, Stacey Hicks & Amelia Lester Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine Senior/Audio Producer: Leah Porges Junior Content Producer: Tessa Kotowicz 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 Aug 45min
