The Australian Electoral Commission reviews Abbie Chatfield's podcast interviews with Adam Bandt and PM Albanese. Russell Brand has been charged with multiple accounts of sexual assault in the UK, following the 2023 joint investigation by the London Times and Channel 4. New policy announcements and updates ahead of the election. Anna Paul gives lengthy response to Mikaela Testa's recent podcast episode. Trump starts a trade war that risks global recession and a US senator gives a 25 hour speech....
Apr 08, 2025•56 min
In this episode I chat to journalist and podcaster, Soaliha about an article she wrote for Missing Perspectives - The 'Old Money' Aesthetic Taking Over Our Feeds Is A Sign Of Something More Sinister'. We chat about how these trends reflect a swing towards more conservative thinking, the Pretty Little Thing rebrand, nostalgia for 'whiter' times and how fashion shapes politics. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Apr 02, 2025•32 min
In this episode we're speaking to the leader of the Greens Party, Adam Bandt. This interview has been broken down into two parts. Hannah first discusses topics such a minority government, healthcare and climate change. Next, Sarah asks more personal questions about his start in politics and his consumption habits. This episode is part of a series where we asked all three major party leaders to sit down with us, we are so thankful both the Prime Minister and Adam Bandt accepted the offer. Opposit...
Apr 01, 2025•50 min
We're live from NYC! Today we're recording from the very cool Spotify Studios in the World Trade Centre! We discuss the absurd group chat Trumps administration had to discuss their war plans in which they accidentally added in a journalist. Chappell Roan discussing her relationship, views and motherhood on Call Her Daddy. The budget lock up, what was in it and why Big Small Talk and Cheek made headlines this week. The impact of the new Netflix series Adolescence. The Salmon Industry Protection B...
Apr 01, 2025•55 min
In this episode we're speaking to the Prime Minister of Australia, Anthony Albanese. This interview has been broken down into two parts. Hannah first discusses policy platforms, election campaigns and what the makeup of the Australian parliament could be over the next three years. Next, Sarah asks for his take on the new vs legacy media debate as well as the gender and cultural divides we're feeling right now. This interview took place in parliament house, so you’ll hear the ringing of bells occ...
Mar 30, 2025•46 min
Here is a bonus episode explaining just how voting works in Australia and the political parties! So if you need the refresher or new to politics, this ones for you! It's also great to listen to ahead of our two big bonus interview episodes incoming! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 27, 2025•31 min
We want to talk about dating and if you can truly end up happy with someone who has different core values than you do. In this episode we discuss money, family, ambition, freedom, all the areas of your life that your values and belief systems show up in. By extension, we also chat about when it’s necessary to have points of differences. Let us know what topics you would like us to talk about next on bigsmalltalk_pod or in the comment section See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Mar 26, 2025•36 min
In part two we get to what actually happened the day our Prime Minister disappeared - who was he with? What he was doing? Why did he go swimming? What did the search party cover? We then look at all the different conspiracy theories surrounding his death. Was he a spy? Did he fake his death? Was he kidnapped? We look into why all these theories have had such staying power over the year. Finally, his legacy and the fact that he perhaps should be remembered for much more than just his disappearanc...
Mar 25, 2025•25 min
Peter Dutton says he would like to call a referendum and also receives backlash for using a slur. Benny Blanco and Selena Gomez's new album has been released causing Hailey Bieber hate to once again circulate online. NASA Astronauts return to earth a year later after fears of being stranded in space. Mikaela Testa has released a explosive 2 hour long podcast episode on Youtube about her ex-friend and ex-boyfriend, Anna Paul and her brother Atis. ACT integrity commission found former judge who pr...
Mar 25, 2025•48 min
If you’re a plugged in person then this episode is required listening. The news cycle is increasingly negative and chaotic and you need to look after yourself. In this episode I sit down with my brilliant friend Jemma, who is also the host of the wildly popular podcast ‘The Psychology Of Your 20’s’ and Mantra . Jemma explains why we’re feeling anxious, the importance of disconnecting, misplaced guilt and stoicism. Let us know what topics you would like us to talk about next on bigsmalltalk_pod o...
Mar 19, 2025•40 min
Politics nerds this ones for you! But if you're not a politics nerd, I promise you will still find this interesting. Back in 1967, in the midst of the Vietnam War, our Prime Minister Harold Holt went for a swim and never came back. The mysterious loss of our nations leader has led to endless conspiracies, intrigue and confusion. In this episode we look at who Harold actually was, his popularity and the historical context in the lead up to his disappearance. See omnystudio.com/listener for privac...
Mar 18, 2025•37 min
An update on Trump - the tariffs, tesla showroom at the White House, BLM mural pulled down and Palestinian activist arrested. Meghan Markle makes her return to the podcasting world with a new show as does her father in law, King Charles. The High Courts decision on a native title case. The Australian Grand Prix winners and sponsors. Ukraine's agreement to a ceasefire proposal as the US stops aid. Kanye West released song that features both P.Diddy and his daughter North West. See omnystudio.com/...
Mar 18, 2025•49 min
Joined this week by an OG ‘Girlboss’ Michelle Battersby, the first hire at Bumble in Australia at 25 years old who took the US handbook and became the very successful Marketing Director who then left and co-founded her own start up, Sunroom. Sarah and Michelle open up about hustle culture, 2016 feminism, being a mum and wanting to be a mum in business, having to act ‘like a man’ to be taken seriously and how the pendulum has now swung the other way with the rise of lifestyle, traditional content...
Mar 12, 2025•44 min
21 year old Millie Bobby Brown calls out journalists and online comments for saying she looks 'old', thoughts on Meghan Markle's new Netflix show, Cycle Alfred impact in QLD, Giggly Squad podcast hosts face backlash for Megan Thee Stallion red carpet interview, WA election results, support continues for Chappell Roan after her Grammy's speech and an update on phase two of the Gaza ceasefire. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Mar 10, 2025•52 min
Let’s talk about cheating and the rise of the term ‘microcheating’. Microcheating, by definition, is everything that is uncomfortable or disrespectful without actually crossing the line into physical cheating. We want to explore if this new tik tok term is just a rebrand of ‘boundaries’ and ‘emotional cheating’. Also, why do we put so much emphasis on cheating when usually it’s the behaviours leading up to that which are just as hurtful? Let us know what topics you would like us to talk about ne...
Mar 05, 2025•32 min
It's time to recap the Oscars - who won, who hosted, who was snubbed and what's making headlines. The world reacts to Trump and JD Vance's tense and immature conduct when dealing with Ukraine's Prime Minister, Zelenskyy. The absurd AI video advertising 'Trump's Gaza' and decision to aid Andrew Tate. Katy Perry is going to Space thanks to Jeff Bezos. Radio talent Marty Sheargold fired over sexist commentary. ASIO warns about upcoming election interference concerns and Michelle Trachtenberg found ...
Mar 04, 2025•48 min
Are we the way we are because of the order we were born into? That is the popular theory we want to discuss today. Are we classic eldest daughters? Have we been parentified? What about middle children? Or if there’s a big age gap? Or if your sibling needs extra attention? But it doesn’t end there! What about if sibling order theory could help us decide who we’re compatible with in dating? We could honestly talk about this for days. Let us know what topics you would like us to talk about next on ...
Feb 26, 2025•36 min
In part two, we look at how Schapelle coped after her verdict, her prison conditions, the media scrutiny on her family, the mental toll it took and where is now. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 25, 2025•30 min
Fitness mogul and influencer Kayla Itsines faces backlash for the irony of her criticising the ‘sexualisation’ of the industry. Today marks 3 years since Russia invaded Ukraine, Trump has backlipped on his support and is in talks with Putin. Rihanna does a rare interview with Harpers Bazaar, opening up about her plans for new music, her businesses and motherhood. Meanwhile, her husband A$AP Rocky is found not guilty. Spanish Football coach Luis Rubiales is found guilty of sexual assault. The Hol...
Feb 25, 2025•52 min
A tiktok that received hundreds of thousands of likes and shares and was reported on widely at the time asked - when women get too powerful, does the skinny trend come back? It does feel that way but is it actually true? We look into why we think it could be a little more complex than that. Let us know what topics you would like us to talk about next on bigsmalltalk_pod or in the comment section See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Feb 19, 2025•26 min
Big Talk is back for 2025! Our first episode topic was a no-brainer, it's one of the most hotly contested Australian news saga's of our generation - Schapelle Corby. Schapelle was a 27 year old Australian girl who got caught at a Bali airport with 4kg of marijuana in her boogie board bag and was faced with the death penalty. Taking us back to 2005, we look at her family, her holiday plans, the imprisonment, how the trial played out and the verdict. As well as the way the Australian media was obs...
Feb 18, 2025•46 min
Kanye West and his wife reportedly headed for divorce amidst his antisemetic tirade, disgraceful Super Bowl ad and merch. Prime Minister Albanese negotiates with Trump as trade wars ramp up and new tariffs are announced. Benny Blanco and Selena Gomez interview and announce a joint album. Antoinette Latouff sues ABC for unlawful termination. Alleged assassin of United Healthcare CEO, Luigi, makes his first public statement to say thanks for the support. An explanation of why Peter Dutton is being...
Feb 18, 2025•59 min
A bonus episode treat! Thanks to Prime Video, we got to chat about our favourite TV show of all time, #Fleabag, and why we think Phoebe Waller-Bridge is a genius for creating the most perfectly imperfect main character. Plus, our thoughts on the #TheMarvellousMrsMaisel and her shitty husband, finding career success and falling into feminism. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 17, 2025•27 min
‘Pick Me Girl’ is a scathing label born online a few years ago to describe women who value male attention above anything else. We want to assess what this label is and suggest that actually, we’re all pick-me’s. It’s something ingrained in all us that we hate to admit, but it’s actually good to know and recognise. Let us know what topics you would like us to talk about next on bigsmalltalk_pod or in the comment section See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Feb 12, 2025•27 min
The symbolism of Kendrick Lamar's halftime performance, Travis Kelce's comments and Taylor Swift boo'ed. Trumps announcement for US planning to 'take over' Gaza and banning transgender women from sports. Anna Paul's apology video after recent 'takedown'. Sam Kerr on trial for calling cop stupid and white. A$AP Rocky trial facing 24 years in prison. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 11, 2025•1 hr
Welcome to the first episode of Small Talk! Small Talk is a new series that allows us to contribute to other important, relevant conversations that are dominating our algorithms and group chats but aren’t necessarily a news headline. For our first episode, which aptly publishes on Sarah’s 27th birthday, we wanted to ease in by chatting about all the stress revolving around the concept of the ‘quarter-life crisis’ and re-assessing those self-imposted timelines. Let us know what topics you would l...
Feb 05, 2025•27 min
We recap all the wins, news and performances from the Grammy's, give a rundown on the current polling and policies for Australia's major parties, discuss Justin Baldoni's 6-minute voice memo to Blake Lively and his new website, Trumps second week in office and Deepseek. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 04, 2025•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 69
We're back!! We unpack the New York Times exposé detailing Blake Lively being the target of an online smear campaign orchestrated by Justin Baldoni and his studios, Blake suing for sexual harassment and Justin's 400 million dollar countersuit. We also cover Trump's inauguration and executive orders, recent celebrity breakups and engagements, the TikTok ban, Meta removing fact-checking, the impact of the LA wildfires, Israel and Hamas ceasefire and Australia Day. See omnystudio.com/listener for p...
Jan 28, 2025•1 hr 15 min
Jay Z has been named in a civil lawsuit alongside Diddy for allegedly sexually assaulting a 13-year-old, Sabrina Carpenter and Barry Keoghan reportedly breakup, United Healthcare CEO was assassinated in broad daylight, Spotify Wrapped, South Korea’s President invoked Martial law for approx 6 hours and Alex Cooper launches new show and beverage line. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 10, 2024•50 min
The 2024 TikTok Awards, teens die from methanol poisoning in Laos, backlash from Billboard's 'Best Pop Stars of The 21st Century' list, Australian government passes social media ban, Connor McGregor found liable and Pauline Hanson. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 03, 2024•47 min
