Is Trump going to win in 2020? Between the complicated impeachment proceedings to the flood of candidates hoping to win the presidential race, things are getting quite confusing. Mia gives us a tidy little synopsis and throws in who she thinks is likely to win. Plus, Rachel Corbett is filling in for Jessie today and she is absolutely sick of people throwing pity parties for single women like herself. Why are married women who are in unhealthy relationships feeling sorry for all the single ladies...
Nov 27, 2019•35 min
We’re seeing them pop up everywhere on our instagram feed. Posts that reel you in by assuming that you’re unhappy, that something is missing, and that your 9 to 5 job is a burden you’d like to avoid. Our question is: When did everyone on Instagram become a life coach? Also, researchers at Baylor University have published their findings on the mental load of ‘daughter-ing’. Apparently, there are four things daughters tend to do, that sons don’t. Sound familiar? Plus, Holly is obsessed with Apple+...
Nov 22, 2019•37 min
This week, there’s one interview that has the whole world talking. Over the weekend, the BBC aired Prince Andrew’s much anticipated interview with journalist Emily Maitlis. Full of bizarre claims and a lack of empathy for victims, Prince Andrew’s attempt at defending himself has been a colossal disaster. We unpack the TV interview that will no doubt go down in history. Also, with social media always at our finger tips, we’re becoming more and more inclined to share our joys, mistakes and traumas...
Nov 20, 2019•42 min
‘OK Boomer’ is the new viral phrase we’re beginning to hear everywhere. But, what does it actually mean? And why does it feel so… ageist? Also, sexting and sharing nudes seems to be a byproduct of living on the internet. Just last month, ex-congresswoman Katie Hill had to resign from office in what seems to be a case of revenge porn. Will nudes ever become the norm? And should they ever cost you your job? Plus, how do we feel about men fiddling with their faces? The Bachelorette winner Carlin St...
Nov 15, 2019•41 min
This week, NSW has been in a State of Emergency. Fires have spread throughout the state and into Queensland, with more than 200 homes destroyed, and three people dead. It’s predicted that up to 350 koalas have been killed, and in Tuesday’s fires, 21 people injured. Meanwhile, politicians are arguing over whether or not climate change is to blame. Is now the time to be angry? And who should we be angry at? Plus, for the first time, ABC has removed an episode of Q&A after a panel of “outspoken...
Nov 13, 2019•39 min
In case you missed it, a rapper named T.I. desperately wants to talk about his daughter’s vagina. Or more specifically, her hymen. On an American podcast titled “Ladies Like Us” the rapper, actor, and TV personality said that he accompanies his 18-year-old daughter Deyjah Harris to a gynaecological exam each year, in order to have her hymen (and therefore, her virginity) checked. Where do we even start? Plus, Karl Stefanovic is reportedly in discussions with Nine about taking back his old seat o...
Nov 08, 2019•42 min
Hey Outlouders! We wanted to introduce you to the newest member of the Mamamia family, a podcast that's designed to help you keep the kids entertained in the car...That's Incredible. Hosted by Andrew Daddo, each week we go on an adventure and explore topics like the human body, sport, music, science, technology and space. Plus, we'll find out what it's like to travel to the moon, sing in front of the Queen and climb to the top of Mount Everest! This is a taste of our first episode where we learn...
Nov 07, 2019•23 min
Prime Minister Jacinda Arden has set a precedent yet again. In a recent video that went viral, Jacinda spent two minutes listing the policies her government has implemented in the past two years - and it’s… overwhelming. Jessie, Mia, and Holly reflect on how much they’ve accomplished in the last two years, and it looks very different. Plus, Kiwi singer Lorde has just lost her beloved rescue dog, Pearl, and says she’s too grief-stricken to work. We can’t help but ask, is stoicism dead? And is the...
Nov 06, 2019•42 min
In a filmed interview at the Obama Foundation Summit, Barack Obama challenged “call-out culture” telling the audience that criticising something on Twitter isn’t activism. But is calling stuff out sometimes necessary in order to stimulate change? Plus, the NSW government plans to make maths compulsory for years 11 and 12. Is maths really something all of us need to do? And is there a gap in our learning that maths might perfectly fill? And a viral post on Instagram suggested some new rules for v...
Nov 01, 2019•37 min
One of Australia’s most infamous serial killers, Ivan Milat, died early Sunday morning in his cell at Long Bay Jail. Then, over the weekend, ISIS leader Abū Bakr al-Baghdadi was killed during a US military operation. There has been a lot of celebration over the last few days about the death of these two men. But is there something a little gross about celebrating when someone dies? Plus, we’re constantly being told to be mindful and zen. Stress and chaos are very out of fashion. But Taffy Brodes...
Oct 30, 2019•42 min
Well-known cartoonist Michael Leunig’s most recent work shows a young mum glued to her screen as her newborn is cast away on the ground behind her. He’s copped a lot of criticism, but does Leunig have a point when it comes to our relationship with our phones? Plus, boys from a private school were filmed yelling a misogynistic chant on a Melbourne tram this week. What does this tell us about young men? And would the same thing have happened if these boys went to a co-ed school? And a reality TV s...
Oct 25, 2019•39 min
So, it’s been a very big week in royal world. Even Jessie is interested. So why did the Duke and Duchess of Sussex choose now to give quite such an honest interview on their African tour? Why are some commentators so upset about it? And what would a post-royal life look like for Harry and Meghan? Are they the next Obamas? Also, last weekend, a plane full of journalists flew for 20 hours straight from Sydney to New York to see what it does to you. Jessie has questions. MMOL TOUR DATES A Night Wit...
Oct 23, 2019•34 min
Hey Outlouders! We're quickly popping into your ears today to chat to those of you who maybe are interested in starting your own business venture! The host of our Lady Startup podcast Rachel Corbett sits down with Mia Freedman the founder of Lady Startup to chat about how the activation plan can help you change your life. So... For anyone dreaming of starting their own business, and being their own boss... the doors are open. The Lady Startup Activation Plan is open now for the very last time th...
Oct 22, 2019•21 min
At 6:30 am on October 10th, a jogger was filmed relieving herself outside Roxy Jacenko’s office. Shortly after, Jacenko posted a video that went absolutely viral. So, Mia asks whether this behavior can ever be excused and if yes, under what circumstances? Also, Kyle and his KIIS FM co-host Jackie O , have reportedly signed one of the biggest media deals in Australian history, earning approximately $7-8 million per year. Holly wants to know is anyone who isn’t saving the world worth $40,000 a day...
Oct 18, 2019•38 min
Last week there was a man on The Bachelorette who may have been a new-low in reality TV villains. Yes, we’re talking about Jess Glasgow and the men who stood up to his misogynistic behaviour towards our heroine Angie Kent. This week Mamamia writer and host of the You Beauty podcast Amy Clark wrote a piece titled ‘A stranger sent me an Instagram message about my weight. They were "concerned for my health" . ’ Amy joins Holly, Mia, and Jessie to talk through the experience, and why people seem to ...
Oct 16, 2019•30 min
Is it okay to take food from the hotel buffet for breakfast, lunch AND dinner? Asking for a friend. Or actually, a listener whose husband thinks she’s a thief. Also. Is Cancel Culture real? Mia read a piece from The New Republic titled The Cancel Culture Con about celebrities coming back from “cancellation” which really riled her up. Because the likes of Taylor Swift, Anziz Ansari and Louis C.K might be back on our screens - or in our ears - but are they really unscathed? Plus, do you love being...
Oct 11, 2019•35 min
Ellen Degeneres has been called out for sitting next to George W Bush at an NFL game. Because, surely, she doesn’t agree with him on all the things? A Perth NightClub owner is infuriating the nation with his assertion that a young woman in his establishment couldn’t possibly have had her drink spiked because… she wasn’t attractive enough. Since we recorded this episode Scott has publicly apologised for his awful words but it begs the question; what did he think it would take for someone to be “w...
Oct 09, 2019•33 min
What’s the social etiquette when it comes to “liking” a post on social media. Is it okay to bring up a post in real life if you don't interact with it digitally? And the enormous loss of Aiia Maasarwi was felt all around the nation. This week, the details of her murder were released after a judge removed the suppression order preventing their distribution. That has raised the question, what purpose do the details serve? And what responsibility do we have to know them? Plus, is it problematic to ...
Oct 04, 2019•44 min
The Masked Singer is everyone’s latest television obsession. People are utterly captivated by how bananas it is. But in the Golden Age of television, with scripted dramas and documentaries, should we apologise for indulging in a bit of ‘trash’? And is being bad at your job the worst possible thing you can be? We’re all, to some extent, stuck in the capitalist rat race, but what if you have no ambition to be ‘the best’? In a hustle culture obsessed with ambition, can we ever just be mediocre? Plu...
Oct 02, 2019•33 min
This week a piece of legislation was passed in ACT parliament that legalised marijuana in the territory. Should we be celebrating? Or could this be a slippery slope? Plus, 16-year-old climate activist and all around human mood board Greta Thunberg spoke at the UN climate summit this week. She stared down some of the most powerful leaders in the world - demanding immediate action on the climate crisis. As is the way with these things Greta has now become the subject of personal attacks from every...
Sep 27, 2019•41 min
Last week, Constance Hall gave a powerful TEDxTalk about her experience with bullying both online and in the real world. Mia originally discouraged Constance from speaking publicly about being bullied for fear it would ‘feed the trolls’. But she now realises she was wrong, and in fact, there’s a lot to be gained by shining a light on these experiences. Mark Ronson has spoken out about his sexuality, announcing his preference of ‘sapiosexuality,’ which involves being attracted to a person’s intel...
Sep 25, 2019•34 min
Look, there's a lot to unpack today. The episode is late to your ears because we've been observing #climatestrike, we won some sparkly awards last night and it's also Producer Lize's last show. But first... The Bachelor's finished and the "good girl" won. But what does our reaction to Abbie say about how we view women who aren't afraid to express their sexuality? Anti-violence advocates are not the only ones upset about the fact that another inquiry into the Family Court has been announced, when...
Sep 20, 2019•40 min
Is flirting really allowed in 2019? We ask this question because one of our listeners wrote in with a group therapy about her friend's husband being a tremendous flirt. Which got us thinking: is flirting just plain problematic these days? Plus, abortion remains technically illegal in NSW. On Saturday, thousands of women marched in Sydney’s Hyde Park to get it removed from the criminal code - Mia and her family were among them. But on Sunday there was an anti-choice rally. And in attendance? Barn...
Sep 18, 2019•30 min
Constance Hall flagged something on her Instagram about bucks' parties that got us thinking. She claims that more often than not, they're used as an opportunity for cheating to happen in relationships, and what happens there is protected by the ‘bro code'. But what about the sister code? Plus Taylor Swift is performing at the Melbourne cup this year, but is it problematic to go and watch her if you don’t actually support horse-racing? We’ve got a group therapy that is very of the moment. And, Ho...
Sep 13, 2019•37 min
Holly read an article about something called the No-Fap Movement over the weekend. So she decided to put her Sherlock Holmes hat on and investigate why women are joining this predominantly-male group and explain what fapping actually is. (Hint, it’s not suitable for work). And, in news that might make you feel old, When Harry Met Sally turns 30 this year. It's the movie to blame for the trope of 'High-Maintenance' woman, and we're asking: Is that really an insult? Plus, Scarlett Johansson has st...
Sep 11, 2019•30 min
Can you learn how to be charismatic? Jessie thinks you can in three easy steps but Holly and Mia don’t think it’s that simple. Plus if you’re confused as to why UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has fired 21 people and is calling for an election before the end of October, Holly is making a comeback with our favourite analogy, the Brexit sh*t skirt. Even though this time it's actually pants. And, Brad Pitt and Renee Zellwegger have both had relaunches this week thanks to interviews with fancy magaz...
Sep 06, 2019•39 min
There's a lot of stuff going on this week for women... Leigh Sales was hosting a black-tie dinner when the man introducing her tried to kiss her on the lips. Influencer Nadia Bartel's marriage broke down because her husband allegedly cheated on her but somehow she got the blame for it. And the University in Sydney decided to lower it's entrance marks for women so there can be more females in engineering. It seemed like the perfect time to do an episode about sexism because there's a lot of sexis...
Sep 04, 2019•33 min
It's Friday and Mia wants to talk about Taylor Swift's new album Lover. But this time Jessie's going to let her because it's not just an excuse for Mia to sing. There are some big questions that need answering, like whether we should like Taylor because she's 'safe' for kids as opposed to someone like Miley Cyrus. Plus, does your relationship have a third leg? Well, it needs one if you want to remain stable and strong. Jessie explains why. And when you're stressed do you tend to internalise it? ...
Aug 29, 2019•29 min
The G7 Summit was held in France this week, where world leaders from Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the UK and the United States met to discuss everything from climate change to gender equality. But perhaps the biggest thing to come out of the G7 is the fact that the world is now shipping Melania Trump and Justin Trudeau! But why? Plus, the Amazon rainforest is burning, kids are skipping school to protest climate change and climate anxiety is very real. But shouldn’t we be focused on thi...
Aug 28, 2019•28 min
CGI influencers are taking over Instagram, and making serious money from it. So who is pocketing all that cash? And how does it align with the trend toward authenticity when these ‘people’ are about as inauthentic as it gets? We’ve got all the pictures in our Mamamia Outlouders Facebook group so make sure you’ve joined to check them out… https://www.facebook.com/groups/329632330777506/ Plus, do you find it hard to keep the friendship flame alive when your peers are at different stages in their l...
Aug 23, 2019•40 min
