Brad Pitt and Jennifer Aniston read sexy lines to each other over the weekend and Holly lost her freakin’ mind. The former couple were doing a charity table read for Fast Times At Ridgemont High, and much like those photos earlier this year, they broke the internet. But Holly has a question, why are we never over them? WHY? Plus, you’ve seen the tributes to American Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg who died on Friday, aged 87. What does it mean and what happens now? And, we told you we ...
Sep 21, 2020•36 min
Emily Ratajkowski wrote an article for The New York Times about the defining moments in her career, and it's got us thinking about how women are often commodities in the public eye. Plus, you can stop flicking through self-help books and listicles to learn the secrets to a fulfilling life - because Mia, Holly and Jessie found them for you. And a quick spoiler for Best and Worst… Jessie has left home. That is, Mia’s home. Is that the Best or the Worst thing that happened this week? Depends on whe...
Sep 18, 2020•40 min
On Monday night, ABC’s Q&A was all about loneliness. And it got us thinking... why, in a world where we’ve never been more connected, do so many of us feel so alone? Plus, Zac Efron allegedly has a new girlfriend who he met in Byron Bay. But Holly is calling it and saying it’s not going to work. So can celebrities ever successfully date us normal people? And, are people in their twenties trapped by COVID-19? THE END BITS Mia wants you to check out Caroline Hirons for beauty tips https://www....
Sep 16, 2020•35 min
How responsible are we for the views of people we date? That’s a question we want to ask Aussie supermodel Elle Macpherson, who is currently dating disgraced British doctor Andrew Wakefield. Plus, why are the protests and police force in Melbourne making Holly feel uncomfortable? And Kate Winslet has some regrets. We unpack her latest profile in Vanity Fair. THE END BITS Mia wants you to check out Your Daily Dose Of Internet on YouTube CREDITS Hosts: Mia Freedman, Holly Wainwright, and Jessie St...
Sep 14, 2020•35 min
There’s a show starting on Sunday night that sounds exactly like the kind of car-crash reality TV we need right now. It’s called The All New Monty’s Guys & Gals. But, why is a man with a track record of alleged violence against women celebrated as a star on it? Plus, a gender reveal party has sparked a bushfire in California, and the person who ‘invented’ them says she has big regrets. So, are they a bit of fun or problematic? And, our best and worst of the week... THE END BITS Jessie wants ...
Sep 11, 2020•32 min
In Case You Missed It, after the 20th season of Keeping Up with the Kardashians airs early next year, the show will be over for good. Sharing the news to social media on Wednesday, Kim , Kourtney, Khloé, Kris and Kendall announced that they made the tough decision to say goodbye to the show that put them on the map. Holly has a theory that the Kardashians is the most influential TV show of the modern age. But Mia doesn’t really agree… Plus, why parents all over Australia (and probably the world)...
Sep 09, 2020•34 min
In Case You Missed It: Daniel Andrews has unveiled his four-step plan to ease Victoria’s coronavirus lockdown. People living alone will be able to nominate a friend or family member to form a bubble that allows visits. So what’s the etiquette around bubbles? And what happens when someone doesn’t want to be in yours? Plus, tennis star Novak Djokovic continues to have a bad year, and Jessie's going to tell us all about in her Sports Report. And, the problem with those Instagram VS Reality body pos...
Sep 07, 2020•29 min
On this bonus episode of Mamamia Out Loud, hosts Mia Freedman, Jessie Stephens and Holly Wainwright are joined by Osher Gunsberg & Mamamia’s Leigh Campbell to talk about the mixed emotions of Father’s Day. Osher speaks about life as a new dad and how he’s long-distance parenting while in lockdown in Melbourne. Plus we’re joined by Mamamia’s Executive Editor Leigh Campbell who is facing her first Father’s Day without her dad... CREDITS Hosts: Mia Freedman, Holly Wainwright, and Jessie Stephen...
Sep 05, 2020•32 min
What’s really going on in America right now? We call up our US Election correspondent and the former co-host of our Trump podcast, Tell Me It’s Going To Be OK, Amelia Lester, to find out what’s happening in Trump’s America and whether or not we will actually be okay come the 2020 election. Plus, when it comes to relationships, renowned couples’ therapist Stan Tatkin believes that there are 3 “attachment styles” that affect our relationships - so are you an anchor, an island or a wave? And, the b...
Sep 04, 2020•36 min
There are four different photos of celebrities filling your feeds this week and the conversation is somehow all about weight. Is it ever okay to talk about people's weight loss? Plus, our friends in the UK are travelling around Europe but some of us aren't allowed to leave our state. So what’s going on with Australia’s borders and how long can we live like this? And, privacy boundaries - how do you feel about other people going through your handbag? THE END BITS Holly wants you to watch The Worl...
Sep 02, 2020•33 min
What’s it like giving birth in the middle of a pandemic in a city that’s locked down? We’re joined by our former host and new mum, Monique Bowley to tell us exactly what happened. Plus, Jessie has a suggestion for how we get better at handling this great big moment of collective grief. And, in case you missed it, Brad Pitt has a new girlfriend who is 27. And married. And Holly isn’t happy. THE END BITS Mia wants you to watch I Am Woman on Stan. Holly wants you to watch Black Panther. CREDITS Wit...
Aug 31, 2020•31 min
This week, Holly, Mia, and Jessie freed up 20 minutes of their day to try their newly purchased vulva masks. We discuss. Also, let’s draw a line under the disaster that has been 2020: Could September be the new January? Plus, Jessie thought she killed a dozen people, Holly’s celebrating her book’s success, and Mia’s youngest son pleasantly surprised her. We’re talking about this week’s best and worst. LINKS Lindy Rama-Ellis on Lady Startup Podcast… https://mamamia.com.au/podcasts/lady-startup/li...
Aug 28, 2020•36 min
Actress, writer and kickass woman Magda Szubanski has been featured in a Victorian ad campaign aiming to encourage Victorians to stay strong and focused during lockdown alongside AFL star Tayla Harris, and The Project’s host Waleed Aly. But some people are describing it as “the most offensive and disgraceful ads ever seen on TV” - so why is that? Plus, have you ever been criticised by a mate unnecessarily? There’s a term for that now, it’s called “constructive bullying,” and we are here to expla...
Aug 26, 2020•38 min
Holly Wainwright has written a book. Her third book. It’s called I Give My Marriage A Year, and on this very special episode of Mamamia Out Loud we take you inside the pages of it. You’ll hear the first chapter, read by Holly. And then Mia and Jessie will ask Hol everything there is to know about the book. But don’t worry, there aren’t any spoilers. ‘I Give My Marriage a Year’ is about a couple in a relationship that’s on edge. Lou and Josh who have been together for 14 years. They share two kid...
Aug 25, 2020•39 min
Victoria’s Premier Dan Andrews has worked for 7 weeks straight and is looking more exhausted by the minute. Should he be taking a day off? Also, COVID-19 has thrown the lives of Year 12 students into utter chaos. Formals, dances, dinners, and graduation ceremonies have all been cancelled. Is it fair for students and their parents to be heartbroken or do they need to harden up? We discuss. Plus, Jessie wants to know ALL the details about C-Sections. Who better to call on than Executive Editor Lei...
Aug 24, 2020•38 min
“Hi. I’m trying to find a girlfriend. Please spread the word. Thank you.” Social media influencer Caroline Calloway is looking for a girlfriend because she’s exhausted by men. Is there something performative about advertising for a partner? We discuss. Also, according to a magazine article published in 1958, there are 129 ways to find a husband. Husbandless Jessie and Lem try to work out where they went so wrong. Plus, Jessie’s been attacked by Andrew Bolt, Mia’s dog has bladder issues, and Lem’...
Aug 21, 2020•34 min
Nail polish, sashimi, yoga poses at dawn, and some other dull details are sprinkled through the latest book about Harry and Meghan, ‘Finding Freedom’. Is it possible that the royal couple have cooperated with the writers of the biography? We discuss. Also, Courtney Herron was 25 when she was bashed to death in a Melbourne park in May last year. This week, her killer Henry Hammond was found not guilty, and what played out in court was hauntingly familiar. Plus, why we’re all overwhelmed with envy...
Aug 19, 2020•38 min
You might’ve seen the hashtag #savethechildren circulating on social media, but it doesn’t mean what you think it does. Jessie explains. Also, why is snoozing your alarm so bad for you? We unpack the five microhabits that can change your life. Plus, what is “clicktivism” and what separates it from activism? Mia talks about her latest No Filter interview with author, rapper, and presenter Dotty Charles. LINKS Belinda’s in depth article on #savethechildren… https://www.mamamia.com.au/save-the-chil...
Aug 17, 2020•40 min
Australian writer and feminist Clementine Ford is being criticised for making money. We discuss whether there’s a bit of a double standard, and why - when it comes to money - women appear to be particularly tough on each other. Also, did you know that one in two women don’t know how to insert tampons properly? Thankfully, Tampax’s “Tampons and Tea” ad deciphers this vaginal mystery. But why has it taken us so long? Plus, we’re introducing a new segment. What are the best and worst moments of the...
Aug 14, 2020•28 min
In case you missed it, today, we celebrate Senator Kamala Harris becoming the first Black and South Asian American woman chosen as a presidential candidate's running mate. Woop woop! Also, If you haven’t seen the latest video by Cardi B titled ‘WAP’, picture a lot of next level gyration in a mansion flooded with water. We explain. Plus, why do Gen Z men hate feminism so much? We discuss. LINKS The song WAP by Cardi B featuring Megan Thee Stallion… https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hsm4poTWjMs The ...
Aug 12, 2020•34 min
Nowadays, working from home means you can do a load of washing, cook dinner, and fold the laundry - all while on a Zoom call with colleagues. But is this officeless world we’re living in actually good for women? We discuss. Also, now that Jessie, Mia, and Holly have seen it, it’s time for the (long overdue) Hamilton debrief. Plus, what in the world is Only Fans? Jessie explains. LINKS The Financial Times article about WFH… https://www.ft.com/content/e45b7322-c6df-425d-a71c-7a0b4745a378 Watch Ham...
Aug 10, 2020•39 min
Melbourne is in Stage Four Lockdown. It's the second time the city has had to shut themselves away. How does it feel this time? Is it different to the first time? The Quicky listeners share with us their experiences. Lifeline: 13 11 44 Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS Host/Producer: Gemma Bath Executive Producer: Melanie Tait Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri If today's episode was upsetting or triggering for you, please reach out to one of the following: Life...
Aug 08, 2020•12 min
It’s Christmas Day for Holly Wainwright because she gets to talk about… Gwyneth Paltrow! The woman behind Goop has opened up about her marriage breakdown in an essay for Vogue. So, did she really spark a “separation revolution”? Also, it’s been 13 years since Prime Minister Julia Gillard was called “barren” by Senator Bill Heffernan. On Tuesday, MP Philip Donato used the word while speaking to fellow politician Steph Cooke. But did he actually mean it? We discuss. And, what is low-grade depressi...
Aug 07, 2020•37 min
Have you ever noticed that no one ever asks President Donald Trump follow up questions in interviews? Well, that’s exactly what US-based Australian journalist Jonathan Swan did in what has been declared ‘the greatest Trump interview ever.’ Jessie recaps. Also, why should anyone have kids? After watching Mike Birbiglia’s Netflix special, Jessie’s thinking it sounds like a terrible idea. Will Holly and Mia manage to convince her otherwise? Plus, are we cancelling Ellen Degeneres for not being nice...
Aug 05, 2020•36 min
The word ‘despair’ would not be an overstatement when it comes to how Melburnians are feeling at the moment as they enter into Stage 4 of lockdown. The numbers are scary and restrictions are severe. So, how are Victorians coping? Also, we need to talk about supermodel Gigi Hadid’s house. The Internet can’t stop yelling about how ugly it is, while Mia is convinced her taste is ‘impeccable’. Plus, some positivity during the pandemic. We’re sharing the things that are making us laugh. Note: Jessie ...
Aug 03, 2020•35 min
You're not imagining it, Australians are angry. The three Queensland women who crossed the border with COVID-19 have been met with enormous outrage. Should their pictures have even be shared? And are they the right people to blame? We discuss. Plus, is the most rebellious thing a young person can do these days… get married? And, we need to talk about an emotion we can’t seem to shake, no matter how old and wise we get: shame. Hosts: Holly Wainwright, Jessie Stephens, and Mia Freedman Producer: E...
Jul 31, 2020•29 min
Have you suddenly noticed black-and-white portraits in your Instagram feed? They'll likely be closeups of women's faces — some famous, plenty not — with a few names tagged and a caption that declares "#challengeaccepted". So, what is the challenge exactly? And why are celebrities and normal women alike taking part in it? Plus, The Bachelorette has been announced and... THERE'S TWO OF THEM. We’re the third country to do this, and in the other two markets, it hasn’t ended well. So, will these two ...
Jul 29, 2020•28 min
Julia Gillard might have one of the most talked about feminist political addresses of all time, but this past week, everyone’s talking about another one. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez called out a fellow US politician in Congress after he called her a bitch, and women can’t get enough of it. Plus, did you think we were going to get through today’s episode without Mia talking about Taylor Swift? Nope. So why is this album so different? And where do our personal freedoms end, and our social responsibil...
Jul 27, 2020•29 min
Do not mess with the pregnant people of Melbourne. This week, it was announced that partners would be asked to leave hospitals two hours after the birth. A debate has ensued, and to talk about it we're joined by original Outlouder, the very pregnant Monique Bowley https://www.instagram.com/moniquebowley/ And, there’s a new generational war simmering away in offices, and it’s been kicked off by non-other than Chair Of The ABC and all-round media legend, Ita Buttrose. Ita says that millennials ‘la...
Jul 24, 2020•35 min
The world is now officially concerned about Kanye West. Over the weekend the rapper hosted his first presidential rally and he went viral. He spoke for more than an hour, and at times his speech was incoherent. He had no microphone. He wore a bullet-proof vest, yelled, cried, argued with people, reprimanded the audience for clapping and had 2020 shaved into the back of his head. So in these situations, what do we do? Plus did you know that it’s very easy to tell who’s a good person and who's not...
Jul 22, 2020•31 min
