There are five distinct types of female anger, and Deborra Lee Furness might be the patron saint of all of them. But which one are you? Mia, Jessie and Holly discuss on today's show. Also, Chief Taylor Swift Correspondent (aka Mia) has had a very exciting weekend, and explains what Tay Tay 'having ownership' of her master recordings actually means. Plus, we've officially got the lick ick from the first episode of And Just Like That . Jessie talks fluff TV and why we keep coming back to certain s...
Jun 02, 2025•42 min
Carrie’s back in her heels, Miranda’s mid-metamorphosis, and Charlotte is Charlotte-ing at full throttle — And Just Like That Season 3 is back, baby. In this very special episode, we’re clinking Cosmos and diving into Season 3's premiere which brightened up our start to this weekend by dropping on Max on Friday. What’s going on with each of our NYC girls? What’s the setup for the season ahead? And which surprising cameos might just appear? Friends, we’ve got thoughts. And theories. So many theor...
May 31, 2025•23 min
Family drama is having a moment — and not just in your group chats. From the Beckhams' brewing rift (Brooxit, anyone?) to the ongoing Harry and Meghan royal family saga, the epidemic of estrangement has officially gone celebrity. This week, we unpack the headlines, the heartache, and what happens when family ties unravel in the public eye. Plus, our weekend recs: a book that brought tears, the most honest portrayal of divorce on screen, and a little dance treat to lift the mood. And in Best &...
May 30, 2025•40 min
Hugh Jackman and Deborra-Lee Furness — their divorce has been simmering for years. So why the sudden searing statement and drip-feeding leaks to the press? Mia, Holly and Jessie decode the sneaky whispers and what they might really mean. Meanwhile, two Aussie states have flipped the script on ADHD diagnosis and treatment. It's a massive shake-up — and it could change millions of lives. Plus, a shove to the face — yes, an actual one — might be more than just a viral moment. We're breaking down th...
May 28, 2025•39 min
Kamala Harris has touched down on Australian soil this week for a... real estate convention? Yes, really and we're just as confused as you are. Plus, it's been a big weekend for the Kardashian family, with a hens party, a graduation, and the unveiling of a new face. We have thoughts. 'Girl Power' is dead, according to one former Spice Girl. The phrase defined a generation and the iconic girl group, but is it time to move on? And finally, Labubus. The trinket craze is taking social media by storm...
May 26, 2025•43 min
Kris Jenner can tell EXACTLY who you are based on the state of your personal space, and... let's just say that our cluttered desks and messy cars might not meet her standards. Also, the sleepover is officially dead. But why? And what is lost by everyone staying in their own beds? Plus our recommendations, include a timely flashback, a unputdownable mystery and (literally) bleeding for a cause. And our Best & Worsts of the week, including you beautiful Outlouders, routine fails and some VERY ...
May 23, 2025•45 min
Joe Biden’s latest health scare has sparked a reckoning—and it’s raising big questions about what happens when compassion clashes with a potential cover-up. Also, have we all forgotten something about Tom Cruise... AKA the Last Real Movie Star? We're here to remind you. And in today’s group chat — the woman with heels in her tote, the couple not speaking at dinner, the Strava-obsessed show-off... Be honest. Which woman did you swear you’d never become? Put your best listening ears on because Mia...
May 21, 2025•41 min
Is it fair to want your significant other to 'light up with excitement when you get home'? A seemingly innocent statement from an Australian podcast has unleashed fierce debate online - Mia, Jessie and Holly unpack. Plus, Australian Fashion Week has just wrapped and gosh weren't the designs gorgeous. Just kidding, we have no idea what was actually showcased, but we can offer a detailed explanation on all the influencer drama from behind the scenes. And finally, Taylor Swift has had a week from h...
May 19, 2025•47 min
A very famous woman has talked us through her boob job online, and... it’s spon con. Discount code and all . Is this really what we’re doing now? Also on today's ep, tree huggers (including Holly), are going to love this one. 'Minge on a tree' is a new internet trend and WTF does that even mean? Plus, a whistleblower’s memoir, a fix for your face and a very useful newsletter: it's recommendations. And our Best & Worsts, including Mia’s missed deadlines, a very icky sexy guy, and Jessie's com...
May 16, 2025•47 min
The Internet has a new favourite insult: narcissist . But what does it actually mean—and if you’ve found yourself quietly Googling it… should you be worried? Mia, Jessie and Holly discuss on today's show. Plus, it’s one of the biggest celebrity trials in years, and the headlines are already dark. What’s going down in court with P Diddy—and which A-listers might be sweating right now? And, what's an acceptable level of hatred in marriage? One very impressive couple says it’s normal—and even healt...
May 14, 2025•38 min
Yes, it only lasts for 24 hours but this year, Mother's Day brought a stark realisation with it: an etiquette guide for the day is way overdue. And on today's ep, Mia, Jessie and Holly happily provide one. Plus, subpoenas and spirals. Taylor Swift has been dragged into the Justin Baldoni v Blake Lively lawsuit, but what does that actually mean? Our hosts break down the legal drama and what's truly at stake. Meanwhile, Justin Bieber's recent behaviour has fans worried. Is this what happens when f...
May 12, 2025•45 min
Outlouders, we have quite the little treat for your Sunday Special today. It’s been 18 months since Evelyn Jones burst onto our screens in Strife —fictional, yes, but her story couldn’t feel more real to the women who brought her to life. In this special episode of No Filter, host Jessie Stephens— one of Strife's writers and an Executive Editor on Mamamia—is joined by Mia Freedman, Asher Keddie (who plays Evelyn) and Bruna Papandrea (Executive Producer) to reflect on Season 1 and to give us a sn...
May 10, 2025•55 min
There are some things that just shouldn't go up a vagina. And no, we’re not just talking deodorants and douches. OF COURSE WE’RE NOT. This particular No Fly Zone for lady gardens includes DJs and drummers. But what would you add and why? Plus, why and how has Katy Perry become the internet's favourite punching bag? Following her Blue Origin space flight fiasco and controversial tour launch, Mia, Jessie and Holly dive into the brutal world of pop star reinvention. And, it's our recommendations. T...
May 08, 2025•47 min
Did something big happen on the weekend? Well, yes, you could say that. Ah, but do you mean the historic election result that no-one saw coming? Prince Harry’s remarkably angry interview? Or, perhaps, the online food fight between Nagi Maehashi of Recipe Tin Eats fame and Brooke Bellamy of Brooki's Bakery? SO. MUCH. TO. CHOOSE. FROM. Welcome, Outlouders to this packed Monday episode of Mamamia Out Loud where Mia, Jessie and Holly debrief on all the news (and yeah, scurrilous gossip), anyone coul...
May 05, 2025•40 min
There’s a four-letter word taking over the internet — it rhymes with munt — and let’s just say it’s dividing the group chat. We’re diving in, side-eyes and all. Then, has personal style officially left the building? Mia and Jessie are joined by Em Vernem to break down the four forces that have turned fashion into chaos. Plus, our recommendations: the show you’ll binge in a day, the book every Outlouder needs to read, and the one thing guaranteed to scare the crap out of you. And in Best & Wo...
May 02, 2025•51 min
Michelle Obama has spoken—and she’s not here to please everyone. The former First Lady revealed what it really took to skip Donald Trump’s inauguration, and why sometimes, disappointing people is exactly the right move. Mia, Jessie and Holly explore Michelle's decision and the role of women as 'shock absorbers'. Also, can kids read minds? The hit podcast The Telepathy Tapes thinks so. But the science behind it is looking more complicated. We discuss. Plus, Meghan Markle has shared a surprising p...
Apr 30, 2025•45 min
When you fall for someone else on national television , is there a right way to break the news to your partner? On today's show, we dive deep into the tangled breakup of Jojo Siwa and Aussie Kath Ebbs — and yep, it’s messier than you think. Also, the final leaders’ debate served up a baffling convo about eggs, a full-blown culture war, and plenty of secondhand embarrassment. And finally, we're at home with the deeply calm and zen-like Clooneys. George and Amal never argue apparently but is this ...
Apr 28, 2025•45 min
Today's Sunday Special is one we think you're going to love. Mia Freedman has been in countless conversations with Holly Wainwright—on mics, off mics, in meetings, in texts. But she’s never been on MID. Until now. In this episode, Holly kicks off Season Five with someone who knows her well, and who’s read something very personal—her brand new book, He Would Never. It’s a story about the limits and power of female friendships, narcissistic love, and the tricky transitions from girlhood to teenage...
Apr 26, 2025•51 min
When was the last time you cried in front of someone else? Or shared a deep conversation that left you feeling fulfilled? Well friends, we've found a magical list of questions that might be the shortcut to connection. We unpack the secrets of supercommunicators. Plus - Holly's favourite lip products, a book Jessie needs everyone to read, and an article about the most wild new cosmetic procedure we've heard yet... it's our recommendations. And, our bests and worsts including a camping Nicole, a f...
Apr 25, 2025•39 min
What happens when a person becomes the brand? Influencer Remi Bader is facing backlash for a personal transformation—and her followers aren’t happy they weren’t part of the journey. We unpack the online pushback and ask: does she actually owe anyone an explanation? Plus, Pope Francis passed away this week. What happens now? We take you inside the mysterious, centuries-old process of choosing the next Pope. Also, with just 10 days until the Australian election, a major issue is being overlooked. ...
Apr 23, 2025•46 min
Happy Monday, Outlouders — we’ve got a juicy little treat for you. Usually reserved for subscribers, we’re dropping this one into your feed because… well, you deserve it. As the seasons change, so apparently must our entire wardrobes . Again. It’s a lot. In this episode, Mia and Jessie are joined by the glorious Amelia Lester to unpack the pressure to be 'effortlessness'. We’re talking: The ‘I Woke Up Like This’ lie. Nope, your hair did not do that on its own. Why pretending not to try is someho...
Apr 20, 2025•24 min
What happens when three Mamamia Out Loud hosts, a live audience, and a very shiny Apple store come together? Chaos. Joyful chaos. To celebrate 10 years of Mamamia Out Loud (yes, 10!), Mia, Jessie and Holly recorded a special live episode at Apple Sydney — and now, you get to hear it. From how Holly wheedled her way onto the show, to what really goes into choosing our daily topics, and the moments that have stayed with us the most, it’s all here. Hosted by our fantastic friend of the pod Amelia L...
Apr 17, 2025•40 min
'Not quite right' seems to be the feedback for today. Why have six women gone to space in full glam for *checks notes* 11 minutes, only to return to earth and kiss the ground? Side note, why are Kris Jenner and Khloe Kardashian giving interviews about it? We don't remember this episode of The Simpsons . Similarly, why are our politicians dropping diss tracks and is this the new form that election campaigns should take from now on? Can the 2025-2026 budget be released via SoundCloud too? Finally,...
Apr 16, 2025•43 min
An ageing Boomer bad boy and a queer 21-year-old multi-millionairess locked in a house together. What could possibly go wrong? Quite a lot actually. Many thoughts. We discuss what happened with Jojo Siwa and Mickey Rourke on Celebrity Big Brother. Plus, there were lots of cool people in the desert this weekend, paying $20 AUD for a 'super duper' shower. That's right, it's Coachella season. As always, the fashion is arguably the main festival headliner, and hosts Holly Wainwright, friend of the p...
Apr 14, 2025•41 min
We're living in the age of diagnosis. But are we about to enter a new era – one of de–diagnosis, where we can give some of our pathologies back? We discuss a new book that's changing the way we see what's wrong with us. Plus, we have some recommendations including a rashie (yes, you read that right) and two fabulous new memoirs about an It Girl and a magazine mogul. And, a Nicole test, a bingle and multiple viewings of a questionable film, plus Jessie's car disaster. It’s Best & Worst. Suppo...
Apr 11, 2025•48 min
Old friends. After a spotlight was cast upon the female friendship dynamic in The White Lotus Season 3 , we have some thoughts. Are old friendships toxic, or are their sometimes fraught, no BS nature the very thing that makes them the most valuable? Plus, what makes a politician? When Peter Dutton received troubling news minutes before the first Australian Leaders debate, a subsequent discussion emerged. When does a personal crisis trump the requirements of a role and exactly what does it take t...
Apr 09, 2025•43 min
Look, no one missed the photos of Robert Irwin posing in his undies over the weekend., The ad campaign included a giant snake, a spider, a lizard and young Bob looking very handsome – did you have complicated feelings? We did and most of them involved... bread. And, bamboozled by the tariff talk? Muddled about the stock market mayhem? Fortunately for all of us, Amelia Lester is across it and happy to explain it in a way that makes sense. Plus, the 7 point outfit hack that’s going to revolutionis...
Apr 07, 2025•40 min
It's a celebration of hot wives, sex tips only for married women, natural contraception and “nap time friendly careers”. Welcome to the new movement of ‘Conservative Cosmo’ media brands. We explain the emergence of Evie and why we're seeing a growth in conservative women's mags right now. Plus, we share our recommendations including a very funny TV show, an instant Australian classic and the most perfect audiobook experience imaginable. And, Jessie's very terrible week, Brent is cutting Holly's ...
Apr 04, 2025•48 min
There are two types of people in this world. The pranksters who live for April Fools' chaos, and the rest of us who'd rather eat glass than endure another workplace whoopee cushion. Which camp are you claiming? Plus, Jessie has some feedback and a theory about April Fools' Day. Also, the very public custody battles with some of the richest, highest-profile, most volatile men in the world. From copyright claims to children appearing in presidential offices, we unpack the high-stakes turmoil surro...
Apr 02, 2025•41 min
What did you do before 9am today and did it involve dunking your face in ice at least three times and rubbing the inside of a banana on your skin? If not, join us as we discuss the man with the five-hour morning routine. It's a vibe. Plus, Chappell Roan has another unpopular opinion: She’s never met a happy parent. Does she have a point? And, did you know that worrying takes as much energy as climbing a set of stairs while carrying something heavy? We now know exactly why you’re always tired. Su...
Mar 31, 2025•41 min
