How concerned should we be about Coronavirus? Some media outlets have been accused of causing panic and anxiety but how do we keep cool heads with information coming from everywhere? Also, last weekend, Mia’s daughter Coco went to her first underage music festival. During the event, 12 children were strip-searched including six who were allegedly found to be concealing drugs “internally". Is there ever a valid excuse for underage drug searches? Plus, what if all I want is a small, slow, simple l...
Feb 28, 2020•38 min
Last week’s devastating murder of Hannah Clarke and her three children left us shaken but comments made by Bettina Arndt this week made us ask, should she be stripped off her Order of Australia Award? And, what impact does language have on Australia’s domestic violence problem? And recently, the Queen banned Harry and Megan from using the word ‘ROYAL’ in their branding which the couple are not happy about. We wonder, are Harry and Meghan asking for too much? Plus, ‘Liz-Lemoning’. The term inspir...
Feb 26, 2020•36 min
For anyone dreaming of starting their own business, and being their own boss... the doors for the 2020 intake of The Lady Startup Activation Plan are open! We want you (and your business idea) to join us. Over six weeks, Lady Startup founder Mia Freedman will guide you through the steps you need in order to launch your business the right way, in a series of videos you can watch anywhere, anytime. So if you're ready to stop thinking about it, and actually make that first step towards being a Lady...
Feb 22, 2020•20 min
In her documentary Miss Americana, Taylor Swift talks openly about her struggle with an eating disorder. That inspired writer Anne Helen Petersen to write an article on how unhealthy relationships with food can hide in plain sight. We ask, is it OK to tell someone that they have an eating disorder? Also, today we answer a group therapy question posted by one of our listeners. Is it OK for teenage or tween girls to sleep in their male cousin’s room? Plus, actress Jameela Jamil recently came out a...
Feb 21, 2020•40 min
Hey Outlouders! It’s Holly dropping in your ears to tell you about our exciting dating podcast, Eligible. We all know that dating apps can be deceiving. You’re swiping left and right at someone’s picture but you actually don’t know what the person is really like. That’s why we came up with the idea of getting to know the person by hearing their voice before you see their picture. This is the very first episode of Eligible and we’re kicking off the world’s first podcast dating show with our first...
Feb 19, 2020•24 min
Mikhaela Peterson recently announced that her father, author Jordan Peterson, who is known for taking issue with political correctness and condemning feminism is recovering from addiction to tranquillisers and a near-death experience. So does the fact that Peterson’s life is not in order, negate all his advice? Also, “I’m waiting for him to propose” and “I don’t want to pressure him” are phrases we hear women say in heterosexual relationships. So Facebook’s COO Sheryl Sandberg has asked, why are...
Feb 19, 2020•38 min
In a recent tweet, Bettina Arndt shared a poster from Griffith University’s dating manual which highlights a person’s right to say no to sex. In her words, she claimed that the manual encourages women to be “uncaring demanding bitches”. Despite her undisputed anti-feminist sentiment, the tweet made us ask, is Griffith University’s dating manual more partial towards women? Also, vulvas and orgasms on Gwyneth Paltrow’s third episode of the Netflix series ‘the goop lab’ has got us all wondering, is...
Feb 14, 2020•38 min
Not surprisingly, the ratings for this year’s Academy Awards were at an all-time low. Joaquin Phoenix’s veganism speech felt a tad bit preachy to some and we’re asking, why is it that almost every Oscar acceptance speech has to adopt some sort of a political or ‘woke’ tone to make it memorable? Also, more than 90 women have accused Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein of sexual assault. Donna Rotunno is Harvey’s female defense lawyer and her interview with the New York Times's Meghan Toohey has g...
Feb 12, 2020•39 min
Swifties are buzzing because Taylor Swift’s documentary ‘Miss Americana’ is now out but her haters have called it a contrived attempt to self-victimise. So we’re wondering, what is the “annoying woman syndrome” and does Taylor Swift have it? Also, do you use “as previously discussed” and “I’m balancing a lot this week” when emailing someone at work? If so, you could be considered passive aggressive but do we really know what these phrases mean? Plus, are you an alarm snoozer? Is meditation a par...
Feb 07, 2020•40 min
Holly’s back so a dip into the royal family is almost inescapable . In a TV interview this week, Meghan Markle’s dad, Thomas Markle, said that he will talk to the media every 30 days until his daughter calls him back. Should media outlets be held accountable for playing a role in fueling family feuds? Also, Richard Di Natale; the doctor turned Greens leader, announced his retirement from politics, saying that he wants to spend more time with his young sons, Luca and Ben, and wife Lucy. So should...
Feb 05, 2020•39 min
False information and a sense of hysteria is in the air after nearly 8000 people have been affected by Coronavirus (at the time of the recording of this episode). But is the Coronavirus enabling an anti-Chinese sentiment? Also, with Instagram, Facebook and even TicTok making everyone witness to our outfits of the day, healing journeys, and tedious workout routines, is there such a thing as a “personal life” anymore? Plus, it hasn’t been easy wrapping our head around the complicated legacy of bas...
Jan 31, 2020•39 min
Kobe Bryant, widely considered one of the greatest basketball players of all time, and his 13-year-old daughter Gianna (Gigi), were among nine people killed in a helicopter crash over the weekend and the world is in shock. So why do celebrity deaths affect us so much? And Mia’s recent article on school holidays has gone viral. She thinks the system is broken but what’s the answer when kids are out of school at 3pm and parents have to work till 5pm? Plus, in her new docuseries ‘The Goop Lab with ...
Jan 29, 2020•33 min
Hi Outlouders! On Jan 26th we think it's important to reflect on our country's history. Recently on the Mamamia podcast, The Quicky, they looked into The Uluru Statement. And we thought it was such an important episode we had to share it here. Three years ago, nearly 300 people signed a statement to the Australian parliament asking for Indigenous voices be heard in our government, the Uluru Statement from the Heart. It outlines three specific requests. Three years on, what's happening with it? T...
Jan 25, 2020•19 min
Ladies and Gents, Pete Evans is back and he's feeling vindicated after finding a single study that supports (not really if you read the whole thing) some of his bogus beliefs about sunscreen. So, should he think more carefully about what he posts when he's a person of influence? And speaking of influence, an Instagram account has blown up this week that shows exactly what it looks like behind the feed of influencers. So is it funny or creepy? And, Rachel Corbett has been roped into writing a mon...
Jan 24, 2020•41 min
Photos of Brad Pitt and Jennifer Aniston hugging at the Screen Actors Guild Awards have taken the internet by storm. So, are they getting back together? Or, is this a publicity stunt? Also, should we separate the person from the sport? Margaret Court is set to be honoured at a ceremony next week. Should her negative views towards LGBTQI communities affect her recognition as a sporting legend? Plus, our co-worker Lucy Neville has just broken up with her boyfriend of 5 years. Among her many tips o...
Jan 22, 2020•36 min
Some say it’s racist, others say it’s just what every new royal experiences when they become part of the family. Has Meghan Markle’s treatment by the media really been that different to Kate Middleton’s? And if so, what’s behind it? And an Outlouder wants to know, should you be asking questions in job interviews? Can you ask… how much you’re going to get paid? Plus, have you ever wondered why sex scenes look so sexy on camera? Apparently, intimacy coaches are professionals who are hired to direc...
Jan 17, 2020•36 min
Karl Stefanovic has returned to Today alongside co-host Allison Langdon. So, is the new combination working? And what is it about Karl that makes him exceptional television talent? And Wilson Gavin was among a small number of protesters who stormed a Brisbane City Council library hosting a Drag Queen children’s story-telling event on Sunday afternoon. A video of the protest went viral shortly after, and the social media response was swift and cutting. By the next morning, Gavin had died by suici...
Jan 15, 2020•39 min
We're bringing the show back early because there's so much going on! We're also doing a live show for bushfire relief in Melbourne on Tuesday, February 11th. If you want to grab tickets and help us raise money for the Red Cross you can do that here... https://mamamia.com.au/events/. On the show today we're interrupting Holly's book writing duties to pick her brains about whether Harry and Meghan's resignation is proof of a Royal rift. Plus, people have started having a go at celebrities like Cel...
Jan 10, 2020•48 min
Since September, Australia has experienced the worst bushfires in our history. The conditions have been described as “apocalyptic” and likened to “an atomic bomb” as fires continue to burn in every state and territory in the country. On New Year’s Eve tens of thousands of Australians found themselves trapped by fire with no power or mobile phone service. We speak to Mamamia’s Editor, Clare Stephens, who was one of them. The loss of homes, business, wildlife and, at last count, 23 lives, is being...
Jan 06, 2020•45 min
It’s time for our 2020 Word Of The Year episode! At the start of 2019 Mia’s word was ‘impact,’ Jessie chose ‘health’ and Holly threw in an entire Maya Angelou quote. This year, Hol has obeyed the rules and stuck to one word so what is it? And how have Mia and Jessie’s words changed from last year? Listen to find out and share your word of the year in our Outlouders Facebook Group. LINKS Mamamia Book Club Podcast- https://www.mamamia.com.au/podcasts/mamamia-book-club/ Holly Wainwright’s “Every wo...
Dec 31, 2019•24 min
It’s the holiday season and that means you might actually have time to watch some TV! So Mia, Holly and Jessie are here to fill your recommendation bucket with the very best TV shows of 2019. Happy binge watching, everyone! TV RECOMMENDATIONS Fleabag on Amazon Prime Crashing on Netflix Succession on HBO series Game of Thrones on Foxtel The Loudest Voice on Stan The Morning Show on Apple TV The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel Years and Years on SBS on Demand Mothers on the Edge on BBC Two The Night in Ques...
Dec 26, 2019•12 min
Happy Christmas day! While you’re enjoying your time away or getting stuck in awkward extended family conversations, why not bury yourself in a thought-provoking read? Jessie, Holly, and Mia share their favorite books of the year so you can get that bedside table stocked for the holidays. BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens Three Women by Lisa Taddeo Fleishman is in Trouble by Taffy Brodesser-Akner How to Be Second Best by Jessica Dettmann Normal People by Sally Rooney Co...
Dec 24, 2019•15 min
As we’re nearing the end of the year, a much-contested topic is making headlines yet again. The second draft of the religious discrimination bill has been released and it’s raising a very important question. What will this bill look like in the real world and what does it mean for non-religious people? And, is it really that sad to be spending Christmas alone? Rachel joins today’s show and asks why pity is the response she gets when she tells people she’ll be alone at Christmas. Plus, what’s bet...
Dec 20, 2019•51 min
With Boris Johnson winning the UK general election, a washed-up reality TV star becoming the president of the US, and Scott Morrison winning against all poll predictions, it feels like we’re all living in a bubble at the moment. So, how is it that we still find ourselves shocked, and what can we learn moving forward? And an anonymous listener is fed up with her mother-in-law and wants to know what Jessie, Mia and Holly think. Should she be drawing some boundaries or accepting the relationship fo...
Dec 18, 2019•38 min
Last Sunday, rapper, singer, and positive body movement championer Lizzo was snowed with positive and negative reactions after she rocked up to a sports game in an “assless” dress. Holly asks, had it been Taylor Swift in the same situation, would the reaction have been the same? And, now that party season is here, what is the best way to strike up a conversation with uncle Greg ( we all have one, apparently )? For most of us, small talk can be so unbearable, so why do we do it and how do we do i...
Dec 13, 2019•40 min
This week, Lem Zakharia fills in for Mia Freedman, and joins Holly and Jessie to discuss where on earth our Prime Minister has been lately. While Jacinda Ardern unites New Zealand in the wake of a devastating natural disaster, Australia’s response has been very different. And, would you consider yourself a giver, a matcher or a taker? It turns out we all fit into one of those categories, and one group excels at work far more than the others. Plus, we’re all very excited that there’s another fema...
Dec 11, 2019•34 min
We’re not on our Summer holidays yet, but we know a bunch of people who are...Australian politicians. And it's no wonder they're pooped because it's been a massive couple of weeks in Canberra. If you want a quick wrap of what's been happening and why, Holly has you covered. And are you struggling to find time to factor self-care into your routine? Well, Jessie has some troubling news. Apparently self-care isn't all face masks and mani-pedi's, it also includes doing your taxes and putting togethe...
Dec 06, 2019•39 min
When Scott Morrison was elected in mid 2019, it was said to be a victory for the ‘Quiet Australians’. But this week, former Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull encouraged us all to be ‘Loud Australians’. What does that actually mean? And what camp do we belong in? And Christmas is becoming increasingly problematic… at least according to Jessie. After a year that’s been all about cancel culture, sustainability, introversion and self care, is Christmas on the brink of cancellation? Plus, Kim Kardashia...
Dec 04, 2019•30 min
Hey Outlouders! We wanted to introduce you to a new podcast we think you're going to love...Overshare. It's hosted by Kelly McCarren, Flex Mami & Lama Zakharia and its like an invite into a private, adults-only group chat. Since you're a fan of this show we know you love conversations that cut the BS and this show gets candid about everything from sex and relationships, career, mental health and of course, general "what the heck am I doing with my life?" questions. It’s smart, it's dumb, it'...
Dec 02, 2019•27 min
This week, leggings were reportedly banned at a school in Melbourne, after a teacher suggested they were distracting to boys. So, does he have a point? Or are leggings just pants with a bad reputation? Also, this week Jessie had a near-death experience. And by that we mean she attended John Edward’s Sydney show. After seeing the psychic medium in the flesh she wants to know: Is this a man exploiting people’s grief? Or is he providing closure and peace? Plus, surprise surprise, a twitter fight ha...
Nov 29, 2019•36 min
