Subscribe to Mamamia Welcome to the second instalment of our exclusive series going deep behind-the-scenes of Binge’s new show Strife! Today we’re delving into episodes four, five and six. From Mia's TV appearances that have not gone so well to interviews being twisted and taken out of context. And a reminder there will be SPOILERS. The End Bits: Watch all 8 episodes of Strife on Binge here. Listen to more Exclusive Strife Content: The Questions We Have About Strife, Answered Listen to more Excl...
Dec 09, 2023•34 min
Subscribe to Mamamia Welcome to our exclusive series going deep behind-the-scenes of Binge’s new show Strife! It’s loosely based on the creation of Mamamia and Mia's memoir Work Strife Balance , so of course we have hidden easter eggs and writers room tea to share with you. From getting the cast & crew together, to those first viral moments, and dealing with writer's block... Strap yourself in as we go deep on episodes one, two & three. And yes, there will be *many* spoilers, so join us ...
Dec 08, 2023•41 min
Subscribe to Mamamia ‘Chadfishing’ verb Men who use dating apps to stand up women as revenge. This episode we unpack this disturbing trend and why you should avoid ‘Rob’ and his mates at all costs. Plus, there’s a new test to run past and present relationships through, which involves… an orange peel. And wrapping up with our best and worst of the week—featuring a global premiere, ill-timed lactation and a hormonal rollercoaster Holly thought was all over. The End Bits: Listen to our latest episo...
Dec 08, 2023•39 min
Subscribe to Mamamia Is Evelyn based on Mia? Did THAT scene really happen? How does a book become a TV show? Holly asks Jessie and Mia all the questions we’re dying to know about the new series Strife. The End Bits: Watch all 8 episodes of Strife on Binge here. Listen to our latest subscriber episode: Can Marriage Be Feminist? A Friendly Argument Sign up to the Mamamia Out Loud Newsletter for all our recommendations in one place. GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Leave us a voicememo or e...
Dec 06, 2023•28 min
LAZY GEWL GIVEAWAYS!!! Why do people love to hate influencers? Tech founder, (and influencer) Michelle Battersby, has gone viral in their defence. Plus, are eldest daughters really the under-appreciated backbone of the family? Science says you have the right to be mad. And, there’s an ongoing debate about the Beta Male versus the Alpha Male. Why has ‘beta’ become such a loaded term for men in 2023? The End Bits: Subscribe to Mamamia Listen to our latest episode: Can Marriage Be Feminist? A Frien...
Dec 06, 2023•41 min
Subscribe to Mamamia Female OnlyFans creators have rocked up at Schoolies in search of new talent to "collab" with. Is there something overtly icky about the whole situation? We have thoughts. Plus, can’t we just let parents send their children to daycare without shaming them? We unpack the opinion piece setting off group chats around the country. And, do you have a “third place” in your life? Hopefully, it’s not a place called the internet. The End Bits: Listen to our latest subscriber episode:...
Dec 04, 2023•41 min
Subscribe to Mamamia Two senior royals have been named as alleged ‘racists’ in the Dutch copy of Omid Scobie’s new biography, Endgame: Inside the Royal Family and the Monarchy’s Fight for Survival . We unpack how it all happened (apparently by accident) and whether or not we should even reveal the royals in question. The names of 60 women were read out in parliament this week, all were killed by men in their lives this year. We discuss the horrifying reality of domestic violence in Australia and...
Dec 01, 2023•46 min
Subscribe to Mamamia One woman has gone viral for listing all the reasons why she doesn’t want to have kids (including vaginal changes, swelling and general noise), but looking at the list do we blame her? Plus, one brand is allegedly air-brushing stretchmarks ON to their models now. Is this progress or just cynical marketing? And, consent at hens and bucks parties… we unpack one very tricky dilemma. The End Bits: Listen to our latest episode: A Candid Debrief About The Crown Read: 'I shared a l...
Nov 29, 2023•33 min
Subscribe to Mamamia Are you hearing the term “both-sidesism”? We dive into what it is and why senior Australian media figures have called it out. Plus, Brad Pitt’s kids think he’s an “awful human being” and Holly can’t believe it. But celebrity kids airing their family drama isn’t exactly new... are we sensing a pattern? And, have we given dating apps the boot? Swiping non-stop feels like a part-time gig for Gen Z, but how are other generations feeling about looking for love online? The End Bit...
Nov 27, 2023•39 min
Subscribe to Mamamia We need to talk about season 6 of The Crown. Holly’s been shouting at the TV, while Mia’s obsessing over the Princess Diana plot line, and Jessie? Well, she couldn’t care less. Plus, comedian Matt Rife has decided he doesn’t want women in his audiences anymore. So he’s told an offensive joke to repel them all. We discuss. And, we wrap up our best and worst of the which, which includes; some rules around sleep, a new hair do and a very sad story about birds. The End Bits: Lis...
Nov 24, 2023•42 min
Subscribe to Mamamia The largest Australian radio deal of all time has just been announced, locking in another 10 years for Kyle & Jackie O for a huge sum. They certainly weren’t shy about revealing their earnings this time around, but is this transparency refreshing or problematic? Plus, ethical non-monogamy is everywhere. But what is it and is it actually ‘ethical’? We discuss. And, would Clare and Jessie Stephens like us to stop referring to them as “the twins”? Turns out Mary-Kate and As...
Nov 22, 2023•38 min
Subscribe to Mamamia Harry Styles might be balding and Justin Timberlake is definitely dad-dancing. Has ageism finally come for the famous men? Part of Holly thinks it’s about damn time. Plus, the ‘What About Me’ effect. Why do we expect everything we see on the internet to be perfectly tailored to us and should we just get over ourselves? And, is scheduling a weekend brunch something to look forward to? Or does it disturb the flow of our once-loved slow weekends? The End Bits: Listen to our lat...
Nov 20, 2023•35 min
Subscribe to Mamamia There are two types of people: A) the person who invites everyone to everything and B) the person who wants a strict guest list when hosting an event. Which one are you? Plus, did that vase just move on its own? After listening to an eerie podcast about ghosts, Holly, Jessie and Elfy share their own spooky stories. And, we wrap up our best and worst of the week which includes… the world, brilliant women and an unsponsored discussion about Jessie's favourite new place to shop...
Nov 17, 2023•39 min
Subscribe to Mamamia It’s been three weeks since Matthew Perry died, and all of the predictions he made in his memoir have reigned true. We discuss if the private lives of celebrities are no longer private after they’re gone. Plus, we delve into the fig tree analogy, which explores all the different branches of life, and ask the question: If I follow one path, am I giving up on the other? And, do you need a university degree to be able to give an opinion? The Gen Z TikTokers say yes, and US infl...
Nov 15, 2023•42 min
Subscribe to Mamamia Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were filmed kissing next to a portaloo at her latest Eras Tour show, and like Mia, the Swifties are obsessed with this relationship. But is their honeymoon phase way too public? Plus, do you actually feel like a grown up? Or more like an imposter who belongs at the kids table? We unpack why so many adults feel this way. And, is Patrick Dempsey the Sexiest Man Alive or just the last man left standing? We have a convincing conspiracy theory that M...
Nov 13, 2023•38 min
Subscribe to Mamamia Every public school kid in Queensland is celebrating today after finding out the state government is introducing a four-day school week. But how will it work for busy parents? We discuss. Plus, Princess Mary of Denmark (yes our Mary) is in the headlines this week, with speculation about her husband, Prince Fredrick’s alleged affair with a Mexican socialite. But, is the commentary unfair or just part of the territory of being a royal? And, our bests and worsts, which include ...
Nov 10, 2023•38 min
Subscribe to Mamamia Have we all just forgotten how to work? One barefooted man seems to think we have and he’s given us some tips to get back into it. But, do we agree? Plus, will the real Mia Freedman please stand up? The first trailer for Strife, a TV series loosely based on Mia’s book Work, Strife, Balance , is out now and the buzz around it has Mia squirming. And, how many close friends do you actually have? Your answer will determine whether or not you’re experiencing ‘The Friendship Dip’....
Nov 08, 2023•39 min
Subscribe to Mamamia On the show today, we discuss the 'Good Bloke' myth after the headmaster of a prestigious Sydney school faced criticism for comments made about a former student/suspected killer. Excuse me, you can’t ask that… Or can you? We unpack Louis Theroux's theory about asking the questions 'we're not supposed to ask.' And Jessie Stephens is officially back from maternity leave, so we get an honest recap of the last four months. The End Bits: Listen to our latest subscriber episode: C...
Nov 06, 2023•45 min
Subscribe to Mamamia Do we have a right to talk about weight loss injections? Or does the body positivity movement have a point? We discuss. Plus, this week Mia met Mitch Larsson, a former male escort. Holly is asking the questions you always wanted answers to about the life of a man who was paid for sex. And, we wrap up our best and worst of the week which include one particular Matilda’s love life, brilliant midlife women and a brand new body part. The End Bits: Listen to our latest subscriber...
Nov 03, 2023•42 min
Subscribe to Mamamia What happens after you share something personal without entirely thinking it through? The “vulnerability hangover” kicks in. We unpack why Britney Spears’ new memoir has us wondering about the aftermath of self-disclosure. Plus, no phones at the dinner table! The owner of a fancy New York restaurant has banned influencers for simply doing their jobs. Is snapping a pic of your food really a punishable crime? And, how do you spot a sociopath in the workplace? Apparently, there...
Nov 01, 2023•42 min
Subscribe to Mamamia Beloved actor Matthew Perry, known for his 10-year role as Chandler Bing on Friends, unexpectedly passed away this weekend. We unpack his career, struggle with addiction and his profoundly honest memoir. And, is it cold in here? No, it’s just Kim Kardashian’s latest SKIMS product. She’s saving the planet one nipple bra at a time, but Holly, Mia and Clare aren’t all on board with the new trend. Plus, how long is too long to let your adult children live at home? One Italian wo...
Oct 30, 2023•29 min
In November 2022, Mia, Holly and Jessie recorded a special subscriber episode about a celebrity memoir that was far from the norm. Matthew Perry's autobiography, Friends, Lovers & The Big Terrible Thing, detailed his life, from being on set of one of the biggest shows in television history, to his struggles with addiction. With the sad news of Matthew Perry's death today, we wanted to share this conversation. The End Bits: Subscribe to Mamamia Read more on Mamamia: Friends star Matthew Perry...
Oct 29, 2023•21 min
Subscribe to Mamamia After experiencing heartbreak, is it better to tell the boss or cry privately in the bathroom? We discuss ‘heartbreak leave’ and why Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s day off has sparked debate. Plus, leave the babies alone! Paris Hilton is not happy about the trolls commenting on her baby son, which has us asking, what else should we avoid saying about babies? And, we wrap up our best and worst of the week which include a petition about formal dates, Gwyneth Paltrow a...
Oct 27, 2023•37 min
Subscribe to Mamamia For almost 25 years Britney Spears’ image was treated and controlled like a product. Now she’s free to do what she wants, she’s choosing dancing in her underwear. So why are we so uncomfortable? We unpack and discuss her new memoir The Woman in Me. Plus, a new policy could see new parents in Australia get more money and time off after having a baby. Is it up to everyone to care, or just those who it directly affects? And, are we expecting too much from our pets? We look at t...
Oct 25, 2023•40 min
Subscribe to Mamamia There's a 'discipline crisis' in Australian schools. We dive into what that means for students and teachers. Plus, how long does it take to move on from divorce? Radio star Jackie O has opened up about her private life in an exclusive interview with Mia. And, Sis is that your man? We unpack the Facebook groups playing detective with our love lives. The End Bits: Listen to our latest subscriber episode: Mia's Best Chemist Beauty Buys Listen to Mia's No Filter episode: Jackie ...
Oct 23, 2023•38 min
Subscribe to Mamamia Madonna, radical icon of ageing or an artist who hasn’t ‘grown up’? The 65 year old is currently on her Celebration Tour and videos from the show are dividing the internet and us. Plus, is your relationship a ‘start-up’, or a ‘merger’ and what does that even mean? We breakdown the new analogy that’s defining relationships and claiming there is a ‘right’ age to wed. And, Holly, Mia and Clare wrap up their best and worst of the week which includes an argument over step count, ...
Oct 20, 2023•45 min
Listen to our subscriber episode: 'My Friends Have A Not-Kourtney Group Chat. I'm The Kourtney.' Subscribe to Mamamia The very first excerpt from Britney Spears’ memoir has been released overnight, revealing she had an abortion while dating Justin Timberlake, because he wasn’t ready to be a Dad. We ask who owns your abortion story? Plus, are mainstream discussions of menopause, baby brain and pelvic pain harming women’s chances at work? We discuss. And, is wine cancelled? Does ‘healthism’ mean w...
Oct 18, 2023•36 min
Listen to our subscriber episode: Holly's Weirded Out By The Beckhams Subscribe to Mamamia Australia has voted ‘No’ to having an Indigenous Voice to Parliament, but where do we go from here? We unpack what led to the No campaign’s success and where the Yes campaign went wrong. Plus, does thinking about your parents having sex make you squeamish? One woman is making it known to her kids that mummy and daddy need their “special alone time”. We share our thoughts. And, we know successful women and ...
Oct 16, 2023•43 min
The 5 best sneaker trends to shop right now Introducing Mamamia's brand-new fashion podcast, Nothing To Wear. Prefer comfort over fashion? Well lucky for you sneakers are a hot trend that is here to stay. In this episode of Nothing To Wear, host Leigh Campbell and the queen of sneakers herself, Mia Freedman, unpack the key trends this season and how to style them in your current wardrobe. Whether it's to the office, to dinner or every day, learn how to wear sneakers confidently. Products mention...
Oct 13, 2023•25 min
Listen to our subscriber episode: Holly's Weirded Out By The Beckhams Subscribe to Mamamia From the atrocities of terrorism and now war in Israel, to the Voice To Parliament Referendum, there is growing pressure for people to post their opinions on social media. We discuss the complexities and challenges with that. Plus, a very famous woman who built her brand on honesty and transparency has just admitted she’s been lying to us all for the past seven years ... Jada Pinkett Smith, we have questio...
Oct 13, 2023•40 min
