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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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18:58

Angela Merkel: The Woman Who Transformed Europe

The Quicky ·

2021/10/04

After 16 years in the top job, Chancellor Angela Merkel is stepping down, bringing to an end an era of transformation not only for the people of Germany, but for the entire world. Whether you like her politics or not, there's no denying Merkel has been one of the most influential people for nearly two decades, a woman who isn't afraid to stare down some of the world's toughest political leaders while turning Germany into an economic powerhouse. The Quicky speaks to an expert in German politics to

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11:49

The Very Public Private Lives Of Female Politicians

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2021/10/01

Following the shock resignation of NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian on Friday, The Quicky reexamines the issue of why female politicians are subject to far more speculation and interrogation about their private lives than their male counterparts. From salacious headlines and speculation, to an outpouring of support for her online, everyone has an opinion, but what does it actually mean to be a female politician in Australia? How much does gender play into the experiences of women in leadership? The

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20:04

It’s Time To Celebrate The Mum Bod

The Quicky ·

2021/09/30

In recent years the ‘dad bods’ of Hollywood stars and even the guy next door have been praised as something we should consider as sexy as a six pack, so why don’t we have that same passion for mum bods when it’s us who actually give birth? Instead, social media and the tabloids hold up images of women who’ve been able to ‘snap back’ to their pre-baby body as being ideal, often leaving women for whom that doesn’t happen feeling inadequate. The

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22:02

Remix To Conviction: R Kelly’s Victims Finally Get...

The Quicky ·

2021/09/29

After three decades of allegations of horrific sexual abuse of underage girls, R Kelly, the man once known as 'the King of RnB' has finally been convicted and could spend the rest of his life in prison. But for many of the victims and onlookers, the question of why it took so long for him to be publicly outed and punished? And why did so many of the music industry's biggest stars continue working with him despite the mounting evidence against him? The Quicky takes you on a journey through time

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14:00

Is My Smart Watch Bad For Me?

The Quicky ·

2021/09/28

Wearable tech, including smart watches in particular, are increasingly becoming a part of our everyday lives helping to track our movements, sleep, communications and a lot of other data, but have you ever questioned whether or not this is a good thing? The Quicky speaks to self-confessed smart watch obsessive Jessie Stephens, and an expert in these new technologies to find out whether all of this information is making us feel better or worse about ourselves, and if this very personal data is in

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15:14

Can You Ask Someone If They're Vaccinated?

The Quicky ·

2021/09/27

As we edge closer to 70% or even 80% double vaccination targets, you might be wondering how we will all come back together in society once COVID-19 restrictions are lifted? In particular many of us are feeling anxious about how to tactfully ask friends, loved ones, colleagues and customers if they have been vaccinated, as it can be a very tricky discussion to have with lots of strong feelings involved either way. The Quicky speaks to two experts to find out how you can safely navigate this difficult

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19:56

How To Spot A Casual Racist - Is It Me?

The Quicky ·

2021/09/26

It's easy to spot overtly racist imagery, policies and behaviour, but what about the everyday micro aggressions that get laughed off as a 'joke' in casual conversations? Do you know how to recognise casual racism, whether it's in yourself or someone else? Perhaps you are on the receiving end of this inappropriate behaviour on a daily basis and know all too well the harm it causes. The Quickyspeaks with three women of colour about their experiences, including a psychotherapist who helps people to

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16:36

How To Be Happy When Everything Is Sh*t

The Quicky ·

2021/09/23

We're constantly being told and sold new ways to make ourselves feel happy, but as the COVID-19 pandemic drags on it is much easier said than done as we continue experience a range of complex emotions. So how can we feel happy when it seems like everything is still crappy? The Quickyspeaks to an expert who has spent their career researching what it means to be happy about how we can really feel better amid the current health crisis, and why leaning in to other less pleasant feelings rather than

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19:31

Christian Porter & Who Gets To Survive A Scandal

The Quicky ·

2021/09/22

Ex-Attorney General Christian Porter has resigned from his role as a Minister and returned to the backbench, but many experts believe he will be back in a position of significant power, and possibly even the top job in the not-too-distant future. But why does it seem like some politicians can weather any storm that comes their way no matter how big the scandal, while others are cast out forever at the slightest hint of an allegation? The Quicky speaks with a former female MP who was ousted on the

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19:30

Inside Melbourne: One Of The World's Most Locked Down...

The Quicky ·

2021/09/21

If the people of Melbourne are able to leave their sixth lockdown next month as planned, they will have spent a total of nearly 300 days in lockdown since the pandemic began, more than any other city in the world outside of China. The impact of the ongoing stay-at-home orders has been serious on everyone's mental health, so the big question as we look to the future, is will they ever truly recover? The Quicky speaks to two women who've been through it all in Melbourne, and an expert in mental health

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18:25

Spice Girls 25th Anniversary: Where Is ‘Girl Power’...

The Quicky ·

2021/09/20

25 years ago the Spice Girls exploded onto the global pop music scene with their first of many hitsWannabe, bringing to the world the concept of 'girl power' and a whole lot of fun for their fans. But after all this time, where does the concept of 'girl power' sit in 2021, and what has happened to all those young people who saw themselves represented in Scary, Sporty, Ginger, Baby and Posh? The Quicky speaks to an entertainment and celebrity journalist, and an expert in gender to consider what

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15:15

Princess Charlene Of Monaco: The Ultimate Runaway Bride?

The Quicky ·

2021/09/19

10 years ago, Charlene Whitstock's life transformed forever when she went from being a professional swimmer in South Africa, to the Princess of Monaco after marrying Prince Albert II, but at no point was her story a fairytale. From rumours of her husband's many affairs and children born to other women, to reports that she had her passport confiscated and was essentially forced down the aisle, Princess Charlene has never been able to escape gossip about her marriage. The Quicky speaks to a Royal

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19:50

Like It Or Not, Vaccine Passports Are Coming

The Quicky ·

2021/09/16

Within a few weeks, Australia will begin trialling our first vaccine passports, following in the footsteps of many other countries where this digital document is already commonly used to gain access to domestic services like hairdressers and restaurants, and international travel. For many people this is the logical next step as we try to find a way to move forward with our lives and 'learn to live with Covid', but for others this is yet another violation of our rights to freedom of choice and

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19:34

Bad Blood: The Young Female Billionaire...

The Quicky ·

2021/09/15

This week, one of America's most hotly anticipated fraud trials began when the woman once known as the youngest, self-made female billionaire, Elizabeth Holmes entered a courtroom to face the jury who will decide if she spends the next 20 years in jail. At just 19 she founded bio-tech company Theranos in Silicon Valley, where she was frequently referred to as 'the next Steve Jobs' for her plan to revolutionise healthcare with a new blood testing technology she claimed to have invented. The only

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14:26

What Is An ‘Underlying Health Condition’ Anyway?

The Quicky ·

2021/09/14

When someone dies with Covid-19, one question that quickly comes up, is did they have an underlying health condition? It seems we find it easier to accept a person's death if we think they were already very ill or elderly, but is this just a way of excusing these deaths? And how do you know if your own medical conditions make you more vulnerable? The Quicky speaks to a medical expert to find out what counts as an 'underlying health condition', and how much of an impact that really has on your risk

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17:59

Yes, The Police Can Now Legally Hack Your Phone

The Quicky ·

2021/09/13

With all eyes on the pandemic, you might not have noticed that last month our Federal Government passed new laws that mean if you are suspected of a crime, police and other agencies can now hack your smartphone without you even knowing about it. The Surveillance Legislation Amendment (Identify and Disrupt) Bill 2021 is intended to help combat the growing problem of online criminal activity which sounds like a good thing, but not everyone is convinced the new powers will only be used to target

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18:29

How Can We End Sexual Harassment At Work?

The Quicky ·

2021/09/12

It's a sad reality that no matter which industry you're in, if you are a woman who has ever had a job in Australia you've probably witnessed or experienced sexual harassment or assault in the workplace. Last week, hundreds of experts and survivors came together to discuss how we can better protect all women at the National Summit on Women's Safety, but with the Government refusing to implement key reforms, will it really make a difference? The Quicky hears several women's stories, and speaks to a

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21:01

20 Years Since The Planes Hit, Yet We're Still...

The Quicky ·

2021/09/09

Twenty years ago, a group of 19 terrorists hijacked four commercial flights in the United States and crashed them into prominent sites including the World Trade Centre and the Pentagon, sparking the War on Terror which has claimed at least 900,000 lives. Two decades on, life remains changed forever, for everyone. The Quicky speaks to an Australian woman who worked in a New York City hospital that day helping the injured, and a prominent anti-racism advocate about why none of our lives have been, or

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21:05

One Mum’s Unimaginable Loss Helping Kids Stay Safe...

The Quicky ·

2021/09/08

Losing a child at the hands of an online predator is every parent's worst nightmare, which tragically became a reality for one South Australian mum in 2007 when her daughter was brutally murdered by a 50-year-old man pretending to be her teenage love interest. This National Child Protection Week,The Quicky speaks to that mum about how she now helps other parents spot the warning signs that their child is at risk, and two members of the Australian Federal Police about the best ways to keep your kids

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20:48

What's Really Happening In Wilcannia?

The Quicky ·

2021/09/07

There has been a lot of news recently coming out of the regional NSW town of Wilcannia, where as many as 15% of the town's population, most of whom are Aboriginal, have contracted Covid-19. This has highlighted the inequalities faced by many Aussies living in remote areas, and has us wondering what is happening in terms of the pandemic when it comes to First Nations Australians more broadly? The Quicky speaks to two indigenous women who work for NSW Aboriginal Land Councils, and the Shadow Minister

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