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Mamamia Out Loud

Mamamia Podcasts

Australia"s #1 podcast for women is where smart women come for good conversation — with an occasional side serve of chaos. Covering news, pop culture and big ideas, plus the small stuff that matters, Mamamia Out Loud is hosted by journalists and authors Mia Freedman, Jessie Stephens and Holly Wainwright. It"s your daily dose of conversation that"s like catching up with your best, funniest and sharpest friends in the group chat, offering conversation at its most addictive.

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59:45

The Snow Globe Effect & Brad Pitt’s Victory Lap

Mamamia Out Loud ·

2025/08/29

When something Earth shattering disrupts your life, what happens in the aftermath? The 'snow-globe effect' is an analogy we learned recently, and it explains a feeling we've never been able to articulate. And are you an extrovert, introvert or otrovert? If you’re like Holly, this new term might describe you. Also, we have FOUR things for you to watch, so clear your weekend plans. A show that made Holly's heart sing, a Jessie true-crime special, and something action packed Em couldn't look away

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40:37

Did Someone Get Engaged? Oh Look, Mia Just Barged In

Mamamia Out Loud ·

2025/08/27

ICYMI (SERIOUSLY, WHERE HAVE YOU BEEN?) Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are engaged. Jessie, Amelia and Holly are joined by a very special guest, MMOL official Taylor Swift correspondent Mia Freedman to decode the whole shebang. And when we say 'are joined', it was more of a forced entry situation. And, we discuss Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's announcement, that Australia has cut diplomatic ties with Iran over the antisemitic attacks in Sydney and Melbourne. Amelia unpacks exactly what this all

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47:07

People Are Being Weird About The Serena William's...

Mamamia Out Loud ·

2025/08/25

Breaking: Your next newsreader could be… a TikToker? One expert swears it’s the future. Jessie and Holly are here to find out if we should be terrified — or just scrolling. Also today: Serena Williams has picked up a new gig as the global face of weight-loss drugs. But there’s one big detail everyone’s missing. Plus, Amelia has a theory about 'friends-in-law' — the people you only know because of your partner. Why do we sometimes love them… and sometimes

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45:33

A Tiny Violin For A Well-Endowed Man

Mamamia Out Loud ·

2025/08/22

Pete Davidson has a size issue. And no, it’s not what you think—it’s bigger than that. The BDE rumours won’t die, and now Pete’s weighing in with a gender comparison that has Em, Amelia and Holly raising their eyebrows. And Lindsay Lohan is back, baby — and it’s hitting us right in the feelings. Why does her comeback feel like a warm hug from 2004? One of us hit the Freakier Friday premiere and brought back juicy behind-the-scenes tea. Plus, Em's is in a new

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53:00

How Was This Ever Broadcast On TV?

Mamamia Out Loud ·

2025/08/20

There's a new Netflix documentary that's made us rethink one of the biggest reality shows from the 2000s—The Biggest Loser. We all watchedFit for TV: The Reality of The Biggest Loser, but it was the raw and deeply personal responses from one of our producers that will stay with you. And super guru Mel Robbins is human after all. Holly explains why Mel broke down over her friend's kitchen while Jessie and Mamamia's Deputy Editor Stacey Hicks unpick jealousy and reveal who sparks the green

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49:07

Melania’s ‘Dear Putin’ Letter & The 'Marry Someone...

Mamamia Out Loud ·

2025/08/18

Donald Trump, the world’s “greatest dealmaker” (his words), has somehow managed to walk away from Vladimir Putin with... not a lot so far in his bid to end the war in Ukraine. And that's despite Melania's handwritten 'letter of peace' to the Russian leader. Then there's a red carpet cameo and a secret backseat meeting. Amelia Lester is here to explain all. Plus, comedian Matt Rife has been cancelled… again. This time, it’s thanks to an e.l.f. cosmetics ad campaign that

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31:48

BONUS: The Romance Effect: Why We're All Obsessed...

Mamamia Out Loud ·

2025/08/16

Romance is having a huge moment and let's be honest, sometimes we all need a dose of a little happy ending. In this spicy bonus episode of Mamamia Out Loud, Jessie, Holly and Em V are diving deep into why we're all completely obsessed with love stories right now. From seriously sexy fairies, Mr Rochester's problematic Victorian charm to complicated love stories set on the backdrop of Dublin (so romantic) — we're covering it all and getting way too invested in fictional relationships. Plus,

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45:55

The Dating Experience Women Keep Having

Mamamia Out Loud ·

2025/08/15

Is maternal instinct actually a myth? It's a question that's hitting close to home for so many women, whether you have children or not. We're diving into this one, and our conversation may surprise you. Plus, the internet has gifted us some new vocabulary. 'Mankeeping', 'heterofatalism', 'hermeneutic labour' - fancy words that all translate to the same exhausting reality: what it's actually like to date men. Em Vernem's got the juicy dating stories to prove these terms exist for a reason. And your

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46:02

Taylor Swift & Why Her Boyfriend's Podcast

Mamamia Out Loud ·

2025/08/13

Yesterday, you may have felt a shift in the air around 2:12pm. The squealing. The frantic maths. Whispers of 'TS12', New Heights, showgirls - that's certainly what it was like in the Mamamia office. Taylor Swift has officially re-emerged, and Jessie has a theory about the new album announcement that left the entire Out Loud team absolutely speechless. Plus, we can't agree on a viral tennis match moment. Who decides what public spaces children are allowed to be in? We unpack what happens when society

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50:02

"Body Count", "Purity" & The Viral Australian Men Debate

Mamamia Out Loud ·

2025/08/11

How much of your life do you actually want to share on social media? Would you want your followers to track your every move? We tell you what you need to know about Instagram's bizarre new feature. Plus, is this the end of debate? Holly, Jessie and Amelia unpack a viral masculinity debate that has gotten a lot of people talking. Also, Australians are staying married longer than they have in past 50 years. We explore what's really behind this surprising trend – and whether it's actually good

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49:18

The Influencer Who Tricked Us & Is There Such Thing...

Mamamia Out Loud ·

2025/08/08

Is anyone ACTUALLY a genius? We discuss some fascinating new commentary on the subject, including what the modern day genius looks like and whether they even exist anymore. Also, there’s something off about a new viral social media influencer. Does it matter if no-one we’re looking at is human anymore? We've got some thoughts we want to share with the group. And our recommendations, including the best broccoli you'll ever eat, Em’s surprising cosmic recommendation you need to do

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42:57

"Have More Babies" & A Microdrama On The Beckham Yacht

Mamamia Out Loud ·

2025/08/06

Australia isn't having enough babies but why is it women who are the only ones being scolded about it? Jessie, Amelia and Holly discuss if a reintroduction of the Baby Bonus could reverse the declining birth rate or if it's all too little too late. And some scurrilous new gossip in the Peltz-Beckham feud saga including yacht wars and a premature vow renewal — Amelia can hardly contain her excitement. Plus, the new wellness retreat which involves five days in a *checks notes* pitch black cabin

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42:09

An Urgent Theory About That Skims Face… Thing

Mamamia Out Loud ·

2025/08/04

Are we in a toxic relationship with Carrie Bradshaw?Amelia is asking an important question as And Just Like That comes to an end. Plus, a new royal fiancé, the latest Prince Andrew exposé and the allegation that Prince Harry is firmly denying. Holly shares some royal scurrilous gossip. And, Skims has created the latest shapewear…for your face? Jessie has a theory about what's going on here that you need to hear. Donate to the hard-working aid organisations on the ground in Gaza:

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50:57

There’s A Reason You’re Stuck & Mia’s News

Mamamia Out Loud ·

2025/08/01

‘Maybe you’re not actually trying’. It’s a Substack post that stopped us in our tracks this week, and it’s reframed everything we thought we knew about energy and effort. Mia has just one question that can determine your personality type. Also, can we be saved from 'brain rot'? There are a handful of ways to ‘unrot your brain’ and Jessie is itching to put them to the test. And our recommendations, including a book that is sure to lift you out of a reading

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45:53

The 'Hot Girl' Denim Debacle & That YouTube Ban

Mamamia Out Loud ·

2025/07/30

Sure, she's got great jeans—but actress Sydney Sweeney's latest American Eagle ad has sparked an internet storm involving Nazis, eugenics, and, yes, denim. Mia, Jessie and Holly break down the very weird week Sydney's had and ask: WTAF is going on? Also today: The Aussie Government wants to ban YouTube for under-16s—and even The Wiggles are weighing in. Is it a smart move or a total tech overstep? Scurrilous gossip: Katy Perry is dating a former PM and Pamela Anderson has soft-launched

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51:17

Gwyneth Paltrow's Very Intimate Text Message? No Notes

Mamamia Out Loud ·

2025/07/28

Gwyneth Paltrow has had a big week, and coincidentally, so has Holly. As the new spokesperson for Astronomer, Gwynnie's made waves with a new ad, as well as a surprising body part of hers that's got some recent recognition. Plus, a women-only only app by the name of Tea is causing quite the stir in the dating world. But is it a necessary tool for women or opening an uncomfortable conversation about privacy and anonymity? And, Australia was arguing this weekend about what isactually the hottest

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56:38

The Great Feminist Exhaustion & One Of Us Has No...

Mamamia Out Loud ·

2025/07/25

🫠 Ever wondered why we're all so bloody tired of... well, everything? A newsletter by Anne Helen Peterson perfectly describes The Great Feminist Exhaustion and now Mia, Jessie and Holly unpack why modern feminism feels like running a marathon in quicksand. 🍒 Scrotox is trending and we're sorry you had to learn this way. Yes, it's injectables for testicles. No, we don't know why. Yes, we're all thinking the same thing about men's priorities. 📚 Plus recommendations: Mia's latest TV obsession,

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51:36

Meghan Sussex, Jessica Biel & The Coffee Cup Test

Mamamia Out Loud ·

2025/07/23

In breaking news, Netflix has released their viewing figures for the shows people are watching and more importantly notwatching. And sadly for Holly, With Love, Meghan didn't fare so well—but was it still a success? Plus, Australia is re-learning how to deal with a political leader who is *checks notes* a woman. This week's conundrum is how much detail the people are entitled to know about her and her past. But it might just be the commentary that's problematic. And, Jessica Biel's back broke

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52:59

The Coldplay Affair. And What The Internet Did Next.

Mamamia Out Loud ·

2025/07/21

The Coldplay affair has united every corner of the internet. But there's more to the story then meets the eye with strangers profiting, fake statements, and AI generated content. Mia's feeling conflicted to say the least, and she needs to talk about it. And newsflash: Holly's back from her European Grand Tour—and just in the nick of time. An exclusive look at Gwyneth Paltrow: The Biography has dropped with strange details about her early life and career that our Gwyneth correspondent is

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56:33

The Salt Path Scandal That Blew Up

Mamamia Out Loud ·

2025/07/18

Nobody has a personality anymore. At least, that's what Em Vernem thinks, and she's not alone. In writer Freya India's SubstackGirls, India critiques the diagnostic lense through which we see the world, and it's seriously blown our minds. The Salt Path, a heartbreaking 2018 memoir adapted into a hugely successful movie and marketed as 'unflinchingly true', is making headlines this week. Because the truth seems to have been stretched. So what's with memoirs where 'recollections may vary'? And does it

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