Outlouders, in 2025 many people are celebrating the new and making changes for themselves. We've spoken on the show at lengths about the pressures of beauty standards on women in society. To look younger is a conversation that isn't going anywhere. Which is why today, we are sharing with you a fascinating episode of MID that Holly did last year... because even supermodels have the same thoughts that we do. Alison Brahe Daddo was THE Australian model of the late 80s, on every magazine cover and o...
Jan 25, 2025•57 min
Are you more anti-social than you used to be? Than your parents were? Than you’d like to be? Welcome, friends to the Anti-Social Century, where we’d just like everyone else to... bugger off. Plus, a doco Mia’s obsessed with, a podcast for super fans and a trademark Jessie Stephens depressing TV show. Yes, it’s recommendations. And our Best & Worsts of the week: Jessie had a VERY bad Tuesday, Holly met a beautiful supervillain and Mia’s brain is betraying her. Support independent women's medi...
Jan 24, 2025•42 min
While Donald Trump was sworn in for his second term as President of the United States yesterday, it’s Elon Musk who's stealing the show—and the headlines—with a viral clip. So, did he, didn’t he, and should we just pretend we didn’t see it? Meanwhile, in Australia, some women camped outside a bookstore this week for their smut fix, while others are sweet-talking AI in search of digital dirty talk. Welcome to safe sex in 2025—it’s a vibe. And, excellent news for you if you’ve just gone back to wo...
Jan 22, 2025•40 min
Is TikTok getting the boot in the US? Could it happen here in Australia? And more importantly, why should you care? If you're feeling lost in the chaos... SAME. We break it all down for you and er, ourselves. Plus, Holly isn’t the only one declaring 2025 as her Year of Nup. Turns out, Michelle Obama is increasingly nupping everything she doesn't fancy. It’s giving major Let Them energy, and honestly, we’re inspired. And… Meghan and Harry are back in the headlines with an epic Vanity Fair cover s...
Jan 20, 2025•45 min
We all know Jessie Stephens has a soft spot for a good thrift find (and by "soft spot," we mean her entire wardrobe probably costs less than your last latte). So today, we’ve got a treat that’ll make her – and you – very happy. Leigh Campbell, host of Nothing To Wear and certified queen of the op shop, sits down with Mia Freedman to spill all the thrifty tea. From uncovering the coolest hidden stores to mastering what some are calling the 'ancient art of thrifting' , Leigh shares her best hacks ...
Jan 18, 2025•20 min
You’re about to hear two words everywhere in your world, and they are, apparently, the key to peace and dealing with difficult people. Bring. It. On. Yes, we’re talking about the LET THEM theory. Plus, a different way to shop, a very twisty TV show and two new books Mia couldn’t put down. And, our Best & Worst of the Summer holidays which include a domestic goddess meltdown, being too close to tragedy and Mia… not working. Support independent women's media Get your tickets to the Mamamia Out...
Jan 17, 2025•44 min
Ramp up the testosterone vibes. Yes, that's what one of the world’s most powerful men says is missing from the world right now. Is he right? We're interrogating Mark Zuckerberg's pronouncement. Plus, are you and your mates in the catch-up trap? If you have an agenda running in your notes app for your next dinner, then yes, thanks for asking, you are. Fortunately, Holly has a handy tip to help your friendships. And are you trying to eat more protein while wearing your weighted vest and obsessing ...
Jan 15, 2025•46 min
Celebrities are being scolded over their California wildfire tears, and that sound you hear is the eerily familiar blame game playing out across the devastation. We unpack the story you're seeing everywhere. And, why we love to argue about Australia’s most popular summer accessory — the beach cabana. Naturally, we have some strong opinions and as ever, they're loosely held. Plus, With Love, Meghan . With the announcement of the the Duchess of Sussex's cooking show, is our wait for jam finally ov...
Jan 13, 2025•48 min
Outlouders, do you remember Holly and Mia's obsession with the TV show In Vogue: The 90s ? We have a little treat for you today... and it's a conversation that Mia had supermodel Paulina Porizkova on No Filter . For many years Paulina Porizkova was the most recognised face in fashion & beauty - from her iconic Sports Illustrated cover to being the face of Estee Lauder. When she married rock star Ric Ocastek from the iconic band, The Cars . From the outside looking in, it seemed like she was ...
Jan 11, 2025•56 min
Outlouders, remember when we all watched A Family Affair ? Well today, Jessie wants to share a little treat with you all. The time she and Clare Stephens invited Zac Efron into the Cancelled courtroom. He may have soared into the hearts of millennials when starring in High School Musical, but this doesn’t mean we can overlook his many misadventures. Welcome to the Cancelled courtroom Mr Efron, there are no shirts allowed in here. Can Zac be let off free of charge because his eyes are too dreamy?...
Jan 10, 2025•47 min
The burden of caring for babies, sick friends and elderly parents - is it time to recast care work as a privilege? We discuss why women often find themselves in caring roles and how society really values it (or not). Today, we are sharing you one really important conversation we had in 2024 about the most societally undervalued, yet most important job of all. Support independent women's media Get your tickets to the Mamamia Out Loud Live 2025 All or Nothing Tour Presented By Nivea Cellular What ...
Jan 09, 2025•24 min
Outlouders, as we settle into the new year we just had to share with you one of our most talked about conversations. Don't make 2025 harder than it needs to be... start the year by embracing cheat codes for life. So what are some of the secrets to making life easier? Do you need one, what are they, and what are ours? We let you in on some of our best kept secret advice. Support independent women's media Get your tickets to the Mamamia Out Loud Live 2025 All or Nothing Tour Presented By Nivea Cel...
Jan 07, 2025•22 min
It's no secret that one of our roman empires for 2024 was getting your colours done. So with that in mind we are sharing one of our most talked about conversations with you. Have you had your colours done? Are you a warm autumn? A cool spring? Confused? Don't worry we are here to help! Seasonal colour analysis has made a big comeback since the 80s, with the trend going viral on tiktok and it's no secret that Holly, Mia and Jessie are all officially obsessed. In this special episode of Mamamia Ou...
Jan 05, 2025•22 min
Is it getting hot in here... or is it just peri? We have a sexy little treat for you Outlouders and it's an episode all about sex. Overlooked, touched-out and too tired. That's how many MID women feel about sex. It's how Leslie Morgan felt, too. At 49, her marriage ended, and after not having sex for three years, she decided to change that. Over the next year, Leslie found five boyfriends and discovered her sexual self wasn't actually dead, she was just having a good lie down. In this MID interv...
Jan 04, 2025•1 hr 2 min
Have you ever wondered how Holly, Mia and Jessie navigate their threesome friendship? Outlouders, we have a little treat for you -- a taste of the kinds of conversations that our subscribers get exclusively twice a week! In this episode, we help a listener unpack her own threesome friendship dilemma, after her friends went on the annual girls trip... without her. Plus, Holly, Mia and Jessie share their own personal take as a friendship threesome. Support independent women's media Get your ticket...
Jan 03, 2025•20 min
Is there a case for marrying an 'older man'? A viral essay has brought up some strong feelings for Holly that she just has to unpack. Welcome to a special Hot Pod Summer episode, of one of our most talked about conversations from the show. Support independent women's media Get your tickets to the Mamamia Out Loud Live 2025 All or Nothing Tour Presented By Nivea Cellular The End Bits: Listen: Some Things We Wish We Never Said Listen: What Every Woman Needs To Hear From Her Ex Listen: Get The F*ck...
Jan 02, 2025•20 min
Happy New Year Outlouders! It’s the first day of 2025, and that means it's time for Word Of The Year. If you're new here... welcome to the group and to one of our most anticipated episodes of the year. New Year's resolutions can be a bit drab, so instead, every year we choose a word to that helps us set an intention for the 12 months ahead. Word of the Year is more of a vibe that helps create a focus or filter for every moment and decision, big or small, that's to come. But before Holly, Jessie ...
Dec 31, 2024•28 min
What a wild year 2024 has been filled with highs and lows. One thing we are grateful for is having YOU the Outlouders with us every episode of this year. In this episode, Holly, Mia and Jessie are reflecting on the year that was. From health concerns, seasons ending, best friends, life transitions.. and so much more. There is lots of deep and meaningful in this episode. Plus, Mia breaks the rules (the very rules she is so strict about) and does her best before her worst. Support independent wome...
Dec 29, 2024•25 min
Did you know that this time of year is when couples therapists are booked out? Can't think why... But it's for this reason that we have today's little treat — an episode which Mia Freedman wanted to share with you all from No Filter . David Finch is a lot of things: he’s an Autism and Neurodiversity consultant, the author of The Journal of Best Practices; A Memoir of Marriage, Asperger Syndrome, and One Man’s Quest to Be a Better Husband, an essayist for the New York Times Modern Love column…and...
Dec 28, 2024•42 min
Outlouders, grief has no time for fancy words and clever jokes. In fact, it hasn't a lot of time for words, full-stop. It's a full-body experience that can change you on every level. And at this time of year, loss, be it past or present, can feel all the more raw. That's why this episode of MID feels so important to share today. Interfaith minister, author and death-walker Dr Jackie Bailey has experienced a great deal of loss, and she spends her life walking others through it, helping people pre...
Dec 27, 2024•1 hr 1 min
We often get a little reflective at this time of year. What we want more, or less, of in life. Where we're going. What it all means. And when you start thinking like this, it can lead to big life decisions. That's exactly what happened to Holly Wainwright. Three years ago, she was in this sort of reflective mood; one which ultimately led to her and her partner's decision to make the momentous family move from city to country. In this episode, Mia sits down with Holly to ask all the questions bot...
Dec 26, 2024•18 min
Merry Christmas, Outlouders! If you need a break from family and festivities then this is the episode for you. In 2023, Jessie and Clare Stephens decided enough was enough. Someone needed to put Christmas on trial. Because while the festive season can be great, it's also stressful, overwhelming and quite frankly, a lot of pressure to be merry and bright. Today, Jessie invites you into the Cancelled courtroom to put Christmas through its paces. From over-committed schedules, to being too focused ...
Dec 24, 2024•34 min
“We can bury anyone: Inside a Hollywood smear machine”. That’s the New York Times headline that meant, holiday or no holiday, we were definitely bringing you a show today. Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni made headlines just a few months ago for their roles in one of the year’s most-watched films, It Ends With Us . But what was happening off-screen turned out to be an even bigger story. In this emergency meeting of Out Loud, Mia, Jessie and Holly unpack the facts behind Blake's legal complaint ag...
Dec 23, 2024•34 min
Outlouders the end of the year is almost upon us! Which is why we are sharing this particular Sunday Special with you. When you’re feeling exhausted - like so many of us are - what do you do? Most of us think we need more sleep. But, it turns out, sleep and rest are not the same thing. In fact, we can be tired in different ways, and each one of those ways requires a different kind of rest. In this episode of No Filter, Mia talks to Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith about the 7 different kinds of rest tha...
Dec 21, 2024•48 min
What’s going to happen in 2025? Mia has theories, Jessie has confident predictions and Holly has some gossipy speculation 👀. Welcome to the future. Plus, recommendations for things to watch and listen to plus, a very heavy thing to wear that comes complete with a funny story. And teenage boys, the end of a Big Era and a “You can’t say that!” moment — it’s our Bests & Worsts of the week. Support independent women's media Get your tickets to the Mamamia Out Loud Live 2025 All or Nothing Tour ...
Dec 20, 2024•44 min
You either know everything about popular influencer Matilda Djerf or nothing but after allegations were made about her behaviour — and yes, they do include a toilet incident or two — and Djerf responded with an apology, we just had to ask, 'What's it all about?' Plus, this is why we can't have nice things. Every year during the festive season we watch our favourite classic Christmas movies and every year, another one is deemed 'problematic'. This year is no exception. And why 20 years on, Keira ...
Dec 18, 2024•47 min
If you’re buying a gift for your partner’s sister, running through a relentless three-day menu in your head and stuffing stockings while crying - you’re not just carrying the Christmas mental load, you’re kin-keeping. We explain. Plus, a young woman who slept with 100 men in one day is crying on the Internet and the general vibe is “I told you so.” But now Lilly Phillips is not following the script for what’s meant to happen next — she's going for 1000 men in a day in 2025. We unpack The woman w...
Dec 16, 2024•48 min
Outlouders, it's the season of socialising, parties and most likely, more fancy drinks than you can shake a cocktail stick at. Which is why today we wanted to share this episode of MID with you (hosted by our very own Holly Wainwright). Holidays, celebrations, milestones. Wine o’clock, and the witching hour and the glass (or two) that marks the end of the work day. Alcohol is woven into our social lives in an almost invisible way. So what happens when you realise that the habit you thought of as...
Dec 14, 2024•49 min
It takes a village to raise a child, or so the saying goes. So why are we always telling the village to F off? We unravel what's behind the idea of community being cancelled. Plus, our weekend recommendations include an addictive spy show, a T-shirt Mia’s about to send viral and… a dog pee cleaner? Also, mysterious playground encounters, a sudden loss and a festive backflip — it’s Best & Worst of the week. Support independent women's media Get your tickets to the Mamamia Out Loud Live 2025 A...
Dec 13, 2024•45 min
Jay-Z's making headlines globally. We explain the disturbing allegations that ended up all over the red carpet of a massive new Hollywood movie, and the statement he released to the world. Can you copyright your… vibe? One influencer certainly thinks so. We unpack. And, the very popular children’s book that has just been unmasked as the primary reason for Generation Anxious. It's time to throw back The Rainbow Fish, friends. Support independent women's media Get your tickets to the Mamamia Out L...
Dec 11, 2024•48 min
