Listen to Mia and Holly on a bonus episode of Mamamia Out Loud discussing the first three episodes of Harry & Meghan's documentary here. The British Royal Family has dominated our news cycles for decades now. Andrew Morton has not only been reporting on the royals for over 30 years, he's become part of their story, through being the only reporter Diana, Princess of Wales trusted to tell her story. On this episode of No Filter he joins guest host and Mamamia’s Head of Content, Holly Wainwrigh...
Dec 11, 2022•35 min
Find part two of Mia's conversation with Julia here . Over the next three weeks we’ll be dropping the top three No Filter episodes of the year into your feed, alongside our usual brand new episodes. We’ve loved making them for you and hoping you’ve enjoyed listening. Thank you for your support this year, especially if you’re a Mamamia subscriber, and we can’t wait to tell more stories in 2023. Subscribe to Mamamia Until she was 40, every aspect of Julia Haart’s life, was tightly, tightly control...
Dec 07, 2022•45 min
Subscribe to Mamamia It’s the biggest tabboo for a woman… saying you want to be rich. So what happened when a young, female author told the world she wanted to make money? And then she did? This week, on No Filter Jessica Knoll, author of The Luckiest Girl Alive. THE END BITS: With thanks to Jessica Knoll . Watch The Luckiest Girl Alive on Netlix Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au Need more lols, info, and inspo in your ears? Find ...
Dec 04, 2022•41 min
Want more of Kylie? Listen to Mia’s bonus episode with her here. Over the next three weeks we’ll be dropping the top three No Filter episodes of the year into your feed, alongside our usual brand new episodes. We’ve loved making them for you and hoping you’ve enjoyed listening. Thank you for your support this year, especially if you’re a Mamamia subscriber, and we can’t wait to tell more stories in 2023. Subscribe to Mamamia On the 12th of September, 2018, Australian Academic Kylie Moore-Gilbert...
Nov 30, 2022•57 min
Subscribe to Mamamia Nearly 20 years ago, Kathleen Folbigg was sentenced to 40 years in jail for the murder of three of her children, and the manslaughter of her fourth. She was described as Australia’s worst female serial killer. But what if the system got it wrong? Jane Hansen is the Sunday Telegraph’s senior reporter and the host of the podcast Mother’s Guilt - which examines Kathleen’s crimes. And on No Filter this week she joins us to discuss Kathleen’s story and why now, over 150 world-ren...
Nov 27, 2022•56 min
Subscribe to Mamamia Antoinette Lattouf was only a teenager when her father gave her some advice. Drop out of school, get a job and start a family, because “ nobody would marry a woman who was too smart and had too many opinions ”. He only wanted the best for her, as a refugee from Lebanon, but luckily, Antoinette ignored him. Now, Antoinette is one of the most important voices in Australian media. And what she has to say about racism, tokenism vs inclusion, and Black Lives Matter, is essential ...
Nov 20, 2022•47 min
Listen to Laura and Britt's bonus episode with Mia here about cancel culture. When Brittany Hockley was ‘dumped’ on the reality show The Bachelor, the last thing she expected was to get a text from previous contestant Laura Byrne. But that’s what happened, leading to a very real friendship, and the launch of their podcast Life Uncut. On this episode of No Filter, they open up about Britt’s gut wrenching breakup unfolding in the public eye, Laura’s heartbreaking pregnancy loss, and how they both ...
Nov 13, 2022•56 min
Subscribe to Mamamia Kate and Nelly were both in their late 40s when they decided to leave their husbands. The thing they have in common, other than being good friends? They don’t regret a thing. This is a conversation about choosing happiness, discovering your sexuality, and all the good, and the bad, that comes with leaving a marriage. This is Kate and Nelly’s stories. THE END BITS: With thanks to Nelly Thomas and Kate Mulholland. You can listen to their podcast The Single Life Of Us here , an...
Nov 06, 2022•1 hr 4 min
Watch Jeni's interview in video form here Subscribe to Mamamia After experiencing an unthinkable trauma, Jeni Haynes created multiple personalities to help her deal with the pain. 2681 personalities, in fact. And during the course of this conversation, we meet seven of them. This is Jeni’s incredible, and ultimately inspiring story. THE END BITS: With thanks to Jeni Haynes. You can buy her book The Girl In The Green Dress here. Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or ema...
Oct 30, 2022•1 hr 24 min
Listen to part two of Mia's conversation with Amanda here. Amanda was on a trip with her husband, in an attempt to reconnect after a rough few years. But instead of rekindling her 14 year marriage, she met her soulmate… In that instant, her whole world changed. Just not in the way she expected. This is Amanda Trenfield's story. THE END BITS: Subscribe to Mamamia With thanks to Amanda Trenfield. You can buy her book When A Soulmate Says No here . Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 0...
Oct 23, 2022•39 min
If you've heard the name Laura Brown before, you're probably a fan. And if you haven't, you're about to be. She's Australia's most successful fashion export, as an editor and journalist in the USA. But it's been a big few years for her, between being let go from her job as Editor-In-Chief at InStyle, to marrying the love of her life in a wedding attended by celebrities and Aussie farmers alike. So what's next for Laura Brown? THE END BITS: Subscribe to Mamamia With thanks to Laura Brown Feedback...
Oct 16, 2022•34 min
Listen to the second half of Mia's interview with Ellidy here. Ellidy Pullin lost the love of her life, Alex ‘Chumpy’ Pullin, when he was only 32, and while they were trying for a baby. However, she gave birth to Chumpy’s daughter Minnie 15 months after his passing, through a surprising procedure. This is Ellidy and Chumpy’s extraordinary love story. THE END BITS: Subscribe to Mamamia With thanks to Ellidy Pullin Buy Ellidy's book Heartstrong Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8...
Oct 09, 2022•51 min
Listen to the second half of Mia's interview with D'Leanne here. D'Leanne Lewis has just had her third baby at 50. This episode of No Filter was recorded a few days before she gave birth to her third daughter, Lyra Yvonne Lewis. But it's the story of how and why D'Leanne came to be pregnant at age 50 that is truly fascinating... THE END BITS: Subscribe to Mamamia With thanks to D'Leanne Lewis Watch Luxe Listing on Prime Video Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email...
Oct 02, 2022•41 min
Listen to the second half of Mia's conversation with Abi here . The last few years of Abi Morgan’s life would make an incredible TV show, although you might not believe it because of the plot twists. One of those twists is that Abi herself is an Emmy-award-winning screenwriter of movies like Iron Lady, with Meryl Streep, and TV dramas like The Split. But nothing could have prepared her for the cascading series of events that began on a very ordinary day. The crescendo of this story is that, afte...
Sep 25, 2022•44 min
Hear Mia's interview with Caroline Hirons about her ADHD here . At 49, Mia Freedman was diagnosed with ADHD. Today she shares her story with Claire Murphy on this very different No Filter… You can find part one of Mia's essay here . And part two, here . Find out more about ADHD in our resource centre: https://www.mamamia.com.au/resources/adhd/ Watch Mia and Claire's interview here: https://www.mamamia.com.au/videos/no-filter/no-filter---mia-freedman-adhd/ THE END BITS: Subscribe to Mamamia Feedb...
Sep 18, 2022•57 min
Listen to Part Two of Mia's interview with Louise here . Louise Perry is a journalist and author who has written a book called The Case Against The Sexual Revolution, that’s igniting a viral conversation about how sexual freedom can have a downside for some women. On this episode, she shares her thoughts on porn, hook-up culture and why a lot of women are having sex they don’t enjoy. Strap in, it’s an interesting one… THE END BITS: Subscribe to Mamamia With thanks to Louise Perry Find out more a...
Sep 11, 2022•44 min
After years of facing unimaginable hurdles, Jessica van Nooten and her husband Kevin Middleton turned to surrogacy. They sent their embryo across the sea to Ukraine, where a surrogate became pregnant with their baby. 11 weeks before the due date, a message arrived, stating “your baby has been born”.As they raced to Ukraine to get their little girl, Russia invaded. This is the true story of how Jessica and Kevin got their baby girl Alba, back to Australia, against all the odds. THE END BITS: Subs...
Sep 04, 2022•44 min
One in 16 Australians are currently experiencing depression, and one in 7 Australians are currently experiencing an anxiety condition. And in a post-pandemic world, with many people still working from home, it’s no surprise that these figures are rising. So what can be done? Johann Hari is a journalist and author of the book Lost Connections: Uncovering The Real Causes Of Depression , and he joins Mia to talk about this, and much more now... THE END BITS: Subscribe to Mamamia With thanks to Joha...
Aug 28, 2022•1 hr 1 min
Listen to Part Two of Mia's interview with Betty here . Betty Klimenko was conceived in a police cell, then adopted by a billionaire. This week on No Filter, one of the most interesting life stories you could imagine. THE END BITS: Subscribe to Mamamia With thanks to Betty Klimenko Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au Need more lols, info, and inspo in your ears? Find more Mamamia podcasts here . CREDITS: Host: Mia Freedman . You can...
Aug 21, 2022•35 min
Amanda Goff was once Australia’s highest paid escort. Under the pseudonym Samantha X, she appeared on TV regularly, wrote books and even started her own escort agency. But 18 months ago, after eight years as Samantha, Amanda received some surprising news after a series of confronting experiences prompted her to seek help. And what she learned made her question everything about her life… THE END BITS: Subscribe to Mamamia With thanks to Amanda Goff Listen to Amanda's interview as Samantha X here:...
Aug 14, 2022•41 min
When Olivia Newton-John walked out of the lift and into the Mamamia office in 2018 on a Wednesday morning, she was fragile but somehow full of energy at the same time. She glowed. She was naturally curious, effervescent, and exuded extremely warm energy. It’s hard to think of a more iconic Australian nor one more beloved. Olivia Newton-John passed away this morning at 73, to remember her, we’re resharing her No Filter with Mia… Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribe Se...
Aug 09, 2022•47 min
Virginia Tapscott describes herself as university-educated, career-oriented and ambitious. She also has four children under the age of six and she doesn’t want a career. Not right now. Not while her kids are little. She wants to stay home with them instead of doing paid work and she is sick of being judged for it. THE END BITS: Subscribe to Mamamia With thanks to Virginia Tapscott. Read her article here. Listen to Mia's discussion with Virginia about her podcast My Sister's Secret here: https://...
Aug 07, 2022•53 min
Find part two of Mia's conversation with Julia here . Until she was 40, every aspect of Julia Haart’s life, was tightly, tightly controlled. What she ate, what she thought, what she wore, and what she was allowed to do in a day. Julia was part of an ultra-Orthodox community in New York – a type of extreme form of religion called Haredi Judaism. But, after having 4 kids, Julia decided to escape. Before we jump in, just a quick note - and some context. It’s important to bear in mind that these are...
Jul 31, 2022•44 min
Three years ago, Tracey was named the NSW Premier’s Woman of the Year, accepted the Sydney Peace Prize alongside Tarana Burke for the Me Too Movement, and won the national award for Excellence in Women’s Leadership through Women and Leadership Australia. Today, most of Tracey’s days are spent at doctors appointments. She’s a multiple Walkley Award winning author and broadcaster who has anchored programs all over Australia. We’re sure she didn’t imagine that in July 2022 she’d be on No Filter, sp...
Jul 24, 2022•38 min
Mamamia started as a blog and evolved into an empire. And it can be all traced back to the moment Mia Freedman was sitting on her living room floor cutting bits and pieces out of magazines to make the Mamamia logo. So how did she go from a blog of one to an office of over 100 people? She's about to tell us as Holly Wainwright takes over as No Filter host to interview Mia about her story. THE END BITS: Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at podcast@mamamia.co...
Jul 20, 2022•31 min
Want more with Kelly? Find her extra No Filter episode here . If you're expecting, a new mum, or wrangling a toddler, we have all the best resources for new parents in our free newsletter here . You might know Kelly McCarren as one of the hosts of Mamamia’s You Beauty podcast. She’s well known for being candid and vulnerable about her life on her social media accounts, speaking about her boob job, her nose job, hating her wedding, gender disappointment in pregnancy and her mental health. But whe...
Jul 17, 2022•1 hr
Want more with Ellie? Find her extra No Filter episode here. Today, you’re going to hear a conversation about vulvas. And it’s not something we speak about often. But our guest today has made a living out of photographing them. Ellie Sedgwick is a body-positive, nude photographer who founded Comfortable In My Skin, a movement empowering people to love the skin they’re in. But, Ellie hasn’t always felt comfortable with her own vulva - she’s gone from being scared to wear swimmers… to considering ...
Jul 10, 2022•46 min
Want more with Natasha? Find her extra No Filter episode here . When Natasha Sholl was 23 years old, she sat down to a Valentine’s Day dinner with her partner Rob. They drank red wine, ate pasta, talked about their future, and afterwards went to bed on what should have been a happy but mostly forgettable night. But it wasn’t either of those things. Because Rob never woke up. On this episode of No Filter, Natasha talks about love and loss and moving on from the worst day of her life. THE END BITS...
Jul 03, 2022•51 min
In February 2022, Leigh Sales announced she’d be stepping down from her role as host of ABC’s 7:30. Now, Leigh is approaching her final week of work on 7.30 after 12 years, Leigh joins Mia to discuss why she really quit, and what’s next for her... THE END BITS: With thanks to Leigh Sales Listen to Mia's other interviews with Leigh Sales here Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au Need more lols, info, and inspo in your ears? Find more ...
Jun 26, 2022•53 min
We're dropping into you feed to introduce our new show, Mamamia Daily, bringing you the stories you need to hear today, read by the women who wrote them. Join the writers of Mamamia every weekday to hear essential pieces carefully selected for you by our editor, Melody Teh. Want more? Make sure you check out Mamamia.com.au for all the articles by written our editorial team. Find more episodes here: https://www.mamamia.com.au/podcasts/mamamia-daily/ Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamami...
Jun 23, 2022•11 min
