The Rainbow Facebook Dilemma
Facebook is awash in rainbow profile pictures. How do you change back without looking like a jerk? What the heck does 'On Fleek' mean? The very interesting reason people are getting semi-colons tattooed on their wrists. And the Belle Gibson interview that prompted some uncomfortable questions: like do we sometimes excuse bad behaviour by labelling it as mental illness? Show notes Semicolon tattoos Why is hating Delta now a national pasttime? See Inside Out - but prepare to cry Botox in the scalp is a thing Allens did us a favour and dumped crap lollies Your hosts were Mia Freedman, Susan Carland and Monique Bowley Susan's other podcast 'Assumptions' can be found by searching for RN Showcase in your podcast app. This podcast is produced by Monique Bowley for the Mamamia Podcast Network. Support for this podcast came from you, because you're rad. And also thanks to audible.com.au - get your free book by signing up at audible.com.au/mamamia For more good listening, download our sister podcasts: This Glorious Mess, No Filter, Just Between Us, and our newest podcast, I Don't Know How She Does It. Or get on the facebook page for other podcasterly recommendations. If you are suffering from a mental illness please seek help. Talk to a GP or health professional or call Lifeline on 13 11 14 Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
1 Juli 201548min
BONUS EPISODE: Annabel Crabb on I Don't Know How She Does It
Have you ever looked at Annabel Crabb and thought "how does she manage all that?" An author, columnist, political journalist, TV host, speaker and kitchen goddess, she also has three children and a smile on her face. The newest podcast from the Mamamia Women's Network is called: I Don't Know How She Does It. It's conversations with some of the busiest women we know. We'll hear the tips and strategies, from balancing children and budgets to career and health. For every woman who has looked at another and wondered "how does she manage her life?", this is your podcast. Subscribe in itunes or your podcast app. The program is hosted and produced by Sarah Macdonald. This podcast is also produced by Monique Bowley for the Mamamia Podcast Network. Support for this podcast comes from CommBank’s Start Smart program – changing the way young people learn about finance. For more good listening, download our sister podcasts: This Glorious Mess, No Filter, Just Between Us. And support the show by liking the Facebook page. Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
27 Juni 201524min
The "Please Touch My Hair" Episode
How much would you pay for your hair? Is women's sport boring? A confusing new baby name trend. And the most offensive word to call another woman isn't even a swear word - it's one that is used everyday. Show notes The hair that shocked the office Harvard study shows daughters of working mothers enjoy better careers, higher pay and more equal relationships The genderless baby name trend I think I'm a character from a TV show. The Abortion Drone Fed Government withdraws peri-natal funding Women's sport isn't "boring". That old argument is. Susan recommends the app that can UNSEND an email Mia recommends Primates of Park Avenue by Wednesday Martin Monique says watch Belle Gibson on 60 mins Your hosts were Mia Freedman, Susan Carland and Monique Bowley Susan's other podcast 'Assumptions' can be found by searching for RN Showcase in your podcast app. This podcast is produced by Monique Bowley for the Mamamia Podcast Network. Support for this podcast came from you, because you're rad. Does anyone ever read down this far? For more good listening, download our sister podcasts: This Glorious Mess, No Filter, Just Between Us, and our newest podcast, I Don't Know How She Does It. Or get on the facebook page for other podcasterly recommendations. Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
25 Juni 201544min
Generation Cancel: Why no one can commit anymore.
You know the feeling: someone cancels plans and it's like a hit of a sweet, sweet drug. Why are we so crap at committing to things? The Rachel Dolezal story we can't stop talking about. The one reason every woman should watch Orange Is The New Black, and the very best reason to put down your razor. #fasshion Show notes Why did Rachel Dolezal pretend she was black? Armpit hair, don't care. No more placenta smoothies The Silent Baby Shower How Orange Is The New Black really compares to life in prison Your hosts were Mia Freedman, Susan Carland and Monique Bowley Susan's podcast 'Assumptions' can be found by searching for RN Showcase in your podcast app. And Monique loves You're The Expert; it's bright, funny and smart. This podcast is produced by Monique Bowley for the Mamamia Podcast Network. Support for this podcast came from Audible.com.au, sign up and get your first book free. Please subscribe on itunes and join our poddy family. And if you're looking for more good listening, download our sister podcasts: This Glorious Mess, No Filter, Just Between Us, and our newest podcast, I Don't Know How She Does It. Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
17 Juni 201553min
Women's Voices Are The Worst. Apparently.
Are you a woman? Do you have a voice? You're probably doing it wrong. From uptalking to vocal fry to missing out on being hired for jobs, why do we judge women on the pitch of their voice? Plus, would you let your partner take your name? Would you cuddle a stranger? And why parents need to calm down about babies on flights. Show Notes: Grow up Kate Moss. The Hug app Where the food from Masterchef ends up Mia recommends colouring in for adults. If you bought the book and are yet to complete a single page, email us. Here's the podcast Love and Radio Sarah MacDonald recommends Transparent, which is available on Stan (Not netflix, sorry) Monique recommends white noise for anyone that works in an open plan office. Your hosts were Mia Freedman, Sarah MacDonald and Monique Bowley. For more Sarah, listen to the Debrief Daily podcast, Just Between Us. This podcast is produced by Monique Bowley for the Mamamia Podcast Network. You can contact the show via email podcast@mamamia.com.au Please subscribe on itunes and join our poddy family. And if you're looking for more good listening, download our sister podcasts: This Glorious Mess, No Filter, or Just Between Us. Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10 Juni 201553min
Sex, Mental Illness and The Bachelor.
There's a man in the studio. Osher Gunsberg, host of The Bachelor, is our special guest. Season three has wrapped and it takes about 30 seconds until we start probing him for info. Does he have favourites? Does he try and swing the Bachelors decision? Does he feel sorry for the contestants? Has he ever...you know...fallen for one of Bachie's girls? Then we just keep digging. Sex. Mental Illness. Tell us everything. It's a side of Osher you've never heard before. Show notes Cindy Gallop, Make Love Not Porn The Way Of The Superior Man by David Dieda Moody Bitches, the book Osher recommends Kung Fury, the 80's kung fu supercop. And Warby Parker glasses Monique recommends The Media Report on the journo that broke the FIFA scandal. Mia recommends the movie Into The Woods Your hosts were Mia Freedman, Osher Gunsberg and Monique Bowley. For more Osh, The Osher Gunsberg Podcast This podcast is produced by Monique Bowley for the Mamamia Podcast Network. You can contact the show via email podcast@mamamia.com.au Please subscribe on itunes and join our poddy family. And if you're looking for more good listening, download our sister podcasts: This Glorious Mess, No Filter, or Just Between Us. Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
3 Juni 201553min
The Tampon Tax Is A Bloody Outrage. Period.
We’re seeing red over the Tampon Tax. What the heck is 'hate reading?' A note to every man who wants to send a dick pic. And the case for quitting extra-curricular activities. Show notes The Great lotto scandal we're obsessed with. The 10 most unfaithful names in the world If you the rare speciman that likes to see Dic Pics, email podcast@mamamia.com.au This is how much you would save if the tampon tax was abolished Sign the petition here. Tanya Plibersek on Marriage Equality Uglydress.com Mia recommends Grace and Frankie Monique recommends the app RunPee Dee has gone deep into The Duggars. Your hosts were Mia Freedman, Dee Madigan and Monique Bowley This podcast is produced by Monique Bowley for the Mamamia Podcast Network. You can contact the show via email podcast@mamamia.com.au Please subscribe on itunes and join our poddy family. And if you're looking for more good listening, download our sister podcasts: This Glorious Mess, No Filter, or Just Between Us. Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
27 Maj 201557min
Why Rebel's age matters
Why did Mamamia 'out' Rebel Wilson? For the same reason that Jennifer Lopez, a 45 year-old mother of two kids, is wearing a naked dress on the red carpet: because Hollywood demands youth, beauty and lies. Show notes: The J-Lo naked dress Why Rebels age matters When George Clooney proposed to Amal... Even Belle Gibson's mum hates her How to tell if you marriage will last with two questions. Leigh Sales is too aggressive. Says a man. Monique spoke to the psychologist, Sabrina Read, from Married At First Sight Recommendations: Mia recommends reading The Insults of Age by Helen Garner in The Monthly Susan loves the android app Last Message Your hosts were Mia Freedman, Susan Carland and Monique Bowley This podcast is produced by Monique Bowley for the Mamamia Podcast Network. Support for this podcast came from Gamblers Help Please subscribe on itunes and join our poddy family. And if you're looking for more good listening, download our sister podcasts: This Glorious Mess, No Filter, or Just Between Us. Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
20 Maj 201553min
