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The Quicky

Mamamia Podcasts

Do you find the news cycle overwhelming? Depressing? Confusing? Boring? Endless? Then you need The Quicky. Mamamia"s daily podcast that gets you up to speed on the top stories, then deep dives on one topic you want to know more about. It"s the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day.

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18:24

Women & Alcohol: Are We Being Guilt Tripped?

The Quicky ·

2022/03/09

You might have seen a new ad on TV targeting women telling us that we should stop drinking alcohol as soon as we start trying for a baby, which goes beyond the traditional advice that we need to abstain from booze once we actually become pregnant. So what has brought about this new campaign, and why is it that the opinions and advice about how much alcohol is safe to consume during pregnancy and when seems to vary wildly from one source to another? The Quicky speaks to an expert in alcohol research,

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20:31

What Will It Take To End The War In Ukraine?

The Quicky ·

2022/03/08

It's been nearly two weeks since Russia invaded Ukraine, and already there are reports that thousands of people have died, and numerous efforts to end the conflict peacefully through diplomatic talks between the two nations have failed. Everyone witnessing the violence is desperate for the devastation to stop and the conflict to end once and for all, but how can peace be achieved when Russian President Vladimir Putin appears to be showing no mercy? The Quicky speaks to an expert in international

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16:34

"But What About International Men's Day?" He Said

The Quicky ·

2022/03/07

Today is International Women's Day and this year's theme is Break The Bias, in which we imagine what a world free of bias, stereotypes and discrimination would look like, but do you know just how many bias' impact you on a daily basis? And what should you say whenthat guy inevitably gets in your face to ask, "Oh well, what about International Men's Day?!", how can you respond to that? The Quicky speaks to two smart and funny women who have and continue to battle against bias and gender stereotypes

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15:14

Should I Cancel My Trip To Europe?

The Quicky ·

2022/03/06

When Australia's international border finally reopened in November, many of us started immediately planning and booking that much longed for trip overseas, feeling relieved that we'd finally be able to see loved ones and the world once again. But with the emergence of conflict in Ukraine, which is impacting many countries in Europe, airlines had to urgently start diverting planes away from the whole region, making your journey even more complicated. The Quicky speaks to a travel expert, and one of

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17:39

What Happens If House Prices Do Actually Drop?

The Quicky ·

2022/03/03

It feels like every year we're told that the Australian property bubble is about to burst and we should all be poised to rush out and buy our dream home at a bargain price, but could this actually be a reality in 2022 and beyond? Philip Lowe, the Governor of the Reserve Bank of Australia has hinted that record low interest rates could finally rise later this year, but while that should slow down house prices, it would also mean more expensive mortgages, so who really benefits? The Quicky speaks to a

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19:40

"My Babies Were In The Car:" Escaping The Flood Zone

The Quicky ·

2022/03/02

For weeks rain has continued to pour down across much of the east coast of Australia, causing floods of historic proportions in many towns and cities, cutting people off from communities and help. Tragically several people and countless animals have died, and while flood waters in some areas are starting to recede, the danger is far from over. The Quicky speaks to a woman trapped in Lismore with her family, and an emergency services commander to hear from those people directly impacted to find out

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17:29

Volodymyr Zelensky: Who Is The Man Standing Up To Putin?

The Quicky ·

2022/03/01

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky is front and centre in news headlines as his country continues its efforts to repel the Russian military following the invasion late last week, but how much do we really know about him? You might have heard that he used to be a comic and actor, who almost lucked his way into the top job after playing the Ukrainian President on TV, but is that true? And has he really become a hero just one week into the conflict? The Quicky speak to an expert in Ukrainian

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14:39

It's 2022, Stop Asking Women This Question

The Quicky ·

2022/02/28

If you are or have ever been a woman aged anywhere between about 16 and 50, no doubt you will have been asked at some point whether you're pregnant, or when you're planning to have a baby, but why does anyone think it's their business to ask? It can be not only incredibly annoying, but also upsetting if it impacts your body image, triggering if you have struggled with fertility, and just downright frustrating if you have zero interest in giving birth. To find out why this is still such a common

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17:37

The Psychology of D*ck Pics

The Quicky ·

2022/02/27

Have you ever received an unsolicited dick pic? If you said yes, you're not alone. Millions of women and men all over the world are being sent pictures of someone's junk every day and despite many of us saying we don't want to receive them, men continue to send them. In this episode we look at the psychology of dick pics, why men send them and what they're hoping to get in return. CREDITS Host: Claire Murphy With thanks to: Max Radcliffe - Young Men's Respectful Relationships Speaker Justin

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21:00

What Did Putin Just Do?

The Quicky ·

2022/02/24

Late yesterday afternoon our time, Russian President Vladimir Putin gave a live televised address, saying Russia had no intention of occupying Ukraine. Then minutes after that TV appearance authorised a military operation in the country’s Donbas region. So what does this mean for the world? What does this mean for Ukraine? And is there anything that can stop Vladimir Putin from starting a potential world war? CREDITS Host: Claire Murphy With thanks to: John Blaxland - Professor of

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16:52

Is It Wrong That I Watched That Shark Attack Video?

The Quicky ·

2022/02/23

Last week a video of a man being fatally attacked by a shark in Sydney went viral. Hundreds, if not thousands of people were viewing and sharing this video on various social media platforms.But before social media there were shockumentaries, before them, public executions where people would go to watch a person's final moments, so why are some of us so interested in watching someone die?In this episode we speak to a psychologist about our strange fascination with death and the impact that these

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17:31

Is It Time To Scrap All The Covid Rules?

The Quicky ·

2022/02/22

Sweden, Denmark, Norway, the UK - what do these countries have in common? They're all winding back or removing their Covid restrictions completely, despite the virus case numbers still rising each week.And now it seems Australia might start joining them, with some states looking to remove a number of restrictions or having done so already, but are we ready to really live with covid?In today's episode we're looking at whether the time for masks, distancing, isolating and testing is over, or whether

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16:12

Is Working From Home Ruining Your Body?

The Quicky ·

2022/02/21

Before the pandemic hit, some of us dreamt of the day we could roll out of bed, skip the morning commute and work from the comfort of our homes. But, two years into the pandemic, that dream has become a reality for so many of us and it may have come with some unforeseen consequences.With DIY office's hastily set up in kitchens on couches and some even from bed, our work set ups may have ended up being quite the pain in the neck.. and back.. and wrist.In this episode we look at the impact working

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18:59

The Wacky Stunts Politicians Use To Win An Election

The Quicky ·

2022/02/20

It's that time again. The time when the politicians go out into the community, shaking hands, kissing babies, flipping sausages and drinking beers - all in an effort to appear like 'one of us'. Politicians have done some weird and wacky things in the lead up to elections. From dancing the Macarena on national TV, to biting into an onion like an apple, and just last week, Scott Morrison was washing an apprentice hairdresser's hair in Melbourne. In this episode, we look at the ways in which

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17:33

Why Everyone’s Talking About The Tinder Swindler

The Quicky ·

2022/02/17

It seems everyone is talking about Netflix's The Tinder Swindler right now. Before that, it was The Puppet Master and Inventing Anna. Before them it was Dirty John and Who The Hell Is Hamish, TV shows and podcasts about con men and women are everywhere. When we hear about the elaborate schemes con artists use to scam money from innocent victims, we all wonder how the hell they pull it off and how do people actually fall for it. In this episode we speak to someone who fell victim to a con master; the

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16:36

Have We Finally Forgiven Camilla?

The Quicky ·

2022/02/16

It's one of the most famous and controversial love triangles in history. Prince Charles and Camilla have been dominating the headlines for four decades now. She has faced an onslaught of abuse from the tabloids & Royal Family alike - but this month, on the eve of the Queen's 70th Jubilee, it seems all may have been forgiven when Her Majesty gave her daughter in law a title upgrade. In this episode we look back at the messy beginnings of this Royal love story and how public opinion may slowly be

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17:36

How To Have A Healthy Breakup (Unlike KimYe)

The Quicky ·

2022/02/15

Is there a good way to break up with someone? Should we be looking to celebrity breakups as inspiration to our own relationship breakdowns? We’ve seen Chris Martin & Gwyneth Paltrow “consciously uncouple” & have since remained harmonious, often seen on holidays together with their kids. More recently, we’ve seen Kim Kardashian & Kanye West split – followed by numerous social media posts from Kanye dragging Kim. But what’s the right way to split? And

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15:55

Do You Really Have Covid Or Just Covid Paranoia?

The Quicky ·

2022/02/14

How many times since the world was struck with a Global Pandemic have you thought to yourself ‘I’ve probably already had Covid?’ Have you tested negative, despite that tickle in your throat that wouldn’t go away, or a fever that you couldn’t shake. Did you know you can get tested to see if you’ve ever had Covid? But what’s the benefit? In this episode we explore whether being absorbed in Covid for the past few years has left us paranoid about the state of

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15:46

Is It Ok If Friends Are More Important Than Your...

The Quicky ·

2022/02/13

This Valentine's Day we ask ourselves who really are our soulmates? Is it the person we choose to have a physically intimate relationship with? Or is it the people we have collected as part of our chosen family over time? In this episode we explore whether it's ok that the most important person in your life is not your spouse or your partner but your bestie for life. CREDITS Host: Claire Murphy With thanks to: Elisabeth Shaw - CEO of https://www.relationshipsnsw.org.au/ who has worked for over 25

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16:36

Am I 'Hangry', Or Just An Ars*hole?

The Quicky ·

2022/02/10

We all know that feeling, when you or someone you're with hasn't eaten for hours and stress and anger starts to take over, as you becoming irrationally enraged with everything and everyone, and you know it won't stop until that need for food is satisfied. But is being 'hangry' a real emotion, or just an excuse for bad behaviour? The Quicky speaks to an expert in human science, and a celebrity who recently walked off a show for being hangry to find out what is happening in our brains when our stomach

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