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The Quicky

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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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16:56

Boosters & Rapid Antigen Tests - Welcome To The New...

The Quicky ·

2021/11/14

As we increasingly learn to live with Covid-19 and society gets back into its groove, booster vaccine jabs and rapid antigen tests which can be done at home are going to become the new normal, but what do we really know about them? The Quicky speaks to a medical expert to find out if and when you need to get a third vaccination, and how effective it is to test yourself for Covid-19 instead of visiting a testing centre. If you love The Quicky and want to share your enthusiasm, please take a moment to

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17:55

Boomers, Gen X, Millennials & Gen Z: Who Makes The...

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2021/11/11

As many of us start to return to the workplace, the conversation about different attitudes and approaches to work is one that is increasingly divided between generations. So how do Boomers, Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z all view each other, and are our opinions based on stereotypes, or does our generation really define our attitude to work? The Quicky speaks to a sociologist to find out if we are all that different, and whether the approaches of different age groups is a help of a hinderance to

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14:56

Astroworld: Who's Responsible For Crowd Crush Deaths...

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2021/11/10

Last week, over 50,000 people in Texas headed for a night out at the Astroworld Festival headlined by Travis Scott and Drake, excited to finally be able to go to a big event after nearly two years of COVID-19 restrictions. But what was supposed to be fun for everyone turned into a nightmare they will never forget when 8 people were crushed to death in the crowd, and hundreds of others left physically and emotionally wounded. The Quicky speaks to a concert site manager to find out how this tragedy

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14:36

The Law That Allows Men To Explain Away Murder

The Quicky ·

2021/11/09

When Sandra Peniamina was killed, her husband admitted he had done it and was initially charged with and convicted of murder, sentenced to life behind bars. But an archaic law that has been around since men duelled with pistols, has been used to allow him to reduce that sentence with a claim she provoked him. Today The Quicky team investigates the laws of provocation and what needs to happen for them to change. CREDITS Host: Claire Murphy With thanks to: Professor Heather Douglas - teacher and

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20:05

Teen-ternity Leave: Do Parents Need Time Off To...

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2021/11/08

Raising a child is always challenging, but when your kids hit their teenage years it can be especially difficult as they navigate changing bodies, relationships and end-of-school exams for the first time. This has led many parents to call for 'teen-ternity leave', a special period of time off granted to those who care for teenage kids to help them manage the years when parental influence can be most important, but would it be fair to people without kids? The Quicky speaks to an expert in gender and

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16:41

Will I Be Sucked Into Zuckerberg's Metaverse?

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2021/11/07

Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg recently announced in a 77 minute long video that he is re-branding the company under the new name Meta, which is short for Metaverse - but what is that and how will it impact your life? The Quicky speaks to a tech expert to find out more about Zuckerberg's master plan, which other companies are also planning to join the Metaverse, and how it's going to change our everyday lives in the very near future. Do you want to know how to keep kidssafeonline? Introducing

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17:35

Needle Spiking: Is It Happening In Australia?

The Quicky ·

2021/11/04

With restrictions finally lifted across Australia, many of us look forward to a night out or a house party with friends, but recent reports from the UK of young women being injected with an unknown substance in bars and clubs has caused widespread concern. Drink spiking has been on our radar as a risk for many years, but is it still common or might this new form of drugging people be taking over? The Quicky speaks to an expert in spiking and a young woman who was a victim of this despicable crime to

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16:31

The Aussie Housing Market Just Changed For Everyone

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2021/11/03

If you have or are currently trying to buy property in Australia, you will know that the so-called 'Australian Dream' of owning your own home is more like a nightmare as prices continue to rise with seemingly no end in sight. But why is it that property values across the country are going through the roof despite all the uncertainty of the pandemic, and might there really be a 'good' time to buy on the horizon? The Quicky speaks to two young women hoping to buy their first home, and an economics

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15:47

Why Are Male Athletes So Scared To Come Out?

The Quicky ·

2021/11/02

Last week, Adelaide United star Josh Cavallo made history when he announced that he is proud gay man, making him the only current, male professional footballer in the world to publicly come out. But if we look at women's soccer and other sporting codes, we find that there are many female players who have been able to be honest about who they love, so why is it still considered taboo for male athletes? The Quicky speaks to an openly gay former tennis pro, and an expert in sport to find out why there

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17:59

The Great Resignation: Should I Quit My Job?

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2021/11/01

The past 20 months of constant upheaval and change as a result of the pandemic has made many of us re-think what's most important in our lives, and our careers in particular. In the United States this has led to literally millions of people to quit their jobs in what is being referred to as 'The Great Resignation', but are Aussies set to join them and look for new opportunities? The Quicky speaks to a HR expert to find out whether employers should be bracing for a stack of resignations, what that

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18:51

The Mental Load Of IVF

The Quicky ·

2021/10/31

Anyone who's been through In Vitro Fertilisation (IVF) will tell you about the huge costs, extensive medical intervention, and if they are lucky enough to be successful, how happy they are, but what if you go through all that and still come out the other side without a baby? Talking about the toll on your mental health as a result of IVF is much more difficult for many people than discussing the physical or financial impacts, so what do those women who have tried desperately to conceive wish they'd

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18:22

The Princess & The Commoner: How A Royal Wedding...

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2021/10/28

This week, an unusually modest wedding brought an end to four years of torment for Princess Mako of Japan and her 'commoner' husband Kei Komuro, as the newlyweds plan to quietly leave their home country for a new life in the United States. The usual pomp and ceremony of an Imperial wedding was nowhere to be seen, as public disapproval of the union has left Mako with PTSD, after conservatives hounded the couple because they felt her groom simply wasn't good enough to join the Royal family. To find

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19:37

COP26: Is Australia Really That Sh*t On Climate Change?

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2021/10/27

This weekend, Prime Minister Scott Morrison will reluctantly fly to Scotland for the United Nations Climate Change Conference better known as COP26, but why did it take a tongue-lashing from Prince Charles and the Queen to convince him to attend? And why has there been such a last minute scramble between the Liberals and Nationals to finally agree to some kind of 'in-principle' plan to achieve Net Zero emissions by 2050 when we've known for decades that urgent action is needed? The Quicky speaks to

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17:03

Alec Baldwin & The “Prop” Gun: How Dangerous Is A...

The Quicky ·

2021/10/26

Last week, the lives of the cast and crew of a new movie called Rust were changed forever after what was supposed to be an unloaded "prop" gun killed one person and seriously injured another. How this accident was allowed to happen on a multi-million dollar movie set involving an experienced actor like Alec Baldwin has brought into question who is responsible for safety during filming, whether it be for a massive Hollywood picture, or a local TV show? The Quicky speaks to a leading authority in the

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18:16

Weirdly Obsessed With Big Families? Us Too

The Quicky ·

2021/10/25

The new Premier of NSW Dominic Perrottet recently announced that he and his wife Helen are expecting their seventh child, a baby girl next year, leaving many of us wondering how they will manage so many kids and such a big job leading the State? It also has us questioning how common big families are in 2021, and whether it is a life choice that only really rich people can now afford? To find out what it's really like The Quicky speaks to the Blue Wiggle who was one of seven kids, a celebrity

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19:16

Being A Wiggle Is Very Big Business

The Quicky ·

2021/10/24

When you become a Wiggle, there's a whole lot more to it than just pulling on a bright skivvy and singing a few songs. With Emma Wiggle leaving the band and newly minted Yellow Wiggle Tsehay Hawkins taking her place, many are wondering what she will have to deal with when she joins a band beloved by generations of children around the world. The Quicky speaks to the Blue Wiggle himself and a journalist who grew up as a fan of the band to find out how the group runs a tight ship business to ensure

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19:55

Squid Game: Why Is The World Obsessed?

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2021/10/21

There is no better word to describe the Netflix show Squid Game than 'phenomenon', as it has taken the entire world by storm with more than 111 million loyal viewers, leading many people to ask why a South Korean dystopian horror-drama has proven so popular? The Quicky speaks to an expert in Korean culture and media to uncover the hidden depths of the show not apparent to English-speaking audiences, and a psychologist to understand the impact the show has on our brains. CREDITS Host/Producer: Claire

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16:41

"He Told Us We'd Put On Weight" Horrible Bosses On...

The Quicky ·

2021/10/20

Last week, the ABC's Four Corners program aired an explosive episode in which serious allegations of bullying and harassment were levelled at former CEO of Sony Music Australia, Denis Handlin. For many, it has raised the question of workplace culture in Australia, and what laws and policies are or should be in place to protect employees at all levels. The Quicky speaks to an industrial relations expert and hears some of your stories to find out what is really going on in offices and other sites

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18:39

How Dangerous Is Someone Who Is Unvaccinated?

The Quicky ·

2021/10/19

Some states and territories are surging ahead with COVID-19 vaccinations with the ACT and NSW now surpassing 90% first dose, but other jurisdictions including WA, QLD and the NT are falling behind on just over 70% first dose vaccination rates. Despite the slow uptake in some communities, restrictions are continuing to ease across much of the country which has many people asking, how dangerous is it for those of us who are fully vaccinated to mingle with those who aren't? The Quicky speaks to a

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14:31

Could Prince Andrew Go To Jail?

The Quicky ·

2021/10/18

Prince Andrewhas escaped further investigation from the UK's Metropolitan Police over the allegations raised in Virginia Giuffre's sexual assault lawsuit, in which she claims he forced her to have sex with him on multiple occasions while she was underage. But that doesn't mean the legal battle is over for the Queen's favourite child, as he has until October 29 to formally respond to the lawsuit, and could face serious consequences if found guilty. The Quicky speaks to a Royal expert to find out what

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