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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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13:16

A Refugee, Addiction & An Aussie First: Australia's...

The Quicky ·

2021/08/23

The Paralympics couldn't come at a better time with millions of Aussie still in lockdown and looking for ways to find a little light in life. This year our Paralympic team is stronger than ever despite having to navigate a trip to Japan where COVID-19 is on the rise again and the delay of these games for an extra year due to the pandemic. The Quicky speaks to the Australian Paralympic Chef de Mission Kate McLoughlin to find out who to look out for, whose likely to being home gold and who has made it

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15:29

Touch Starvation: The Psychological Impact Of Social...

The Quicky ·

2021/08/22

Social distancing has been the necessary evil keeping us safe from harm during the pandemic, but with no end in sight, you might be really missing the physical touch of another person, whether it be a handshake, a hug and kiss, or sex. For parents, ensuring their children grow-up with an understanding of positive touch is crucial, and for anyone living alone, the psychological and physical impact of not being able to touch anyone else for an extended period can be severe. The Quicky speaks to a

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17:45

Fibroids, Hysterectomies & Cervical Orgasms: A Deep...

The Quicky ·

2021/08/19

The average person born with a uterus can expect to have up to 500 periods in their lifetime, but despite the organ being fundamental to all human life, we still know relatively little about it. The Quicky speaks to an expert in Female Pelvic Medicine to discuss the many conditions impacting the health of our uterus, how it is directly linked to our sexual pleasure, and why there is still so much more to discover about this unique part of our body. CREDITS Host/Producer: Gemma Bath Executive

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13:47

What Happens If We Can’t Contain COVID-19?

The Quicky ·

2021/08/18

It's been two months since a single case of the Delta variant set off a catastrophic chain of transmission which is now seeing NSW record over 600 cases, and often several fatalities from COVID-19 every day. During that time, the rhetoric from our leaders has changed dramatically from hope of returning to zero transmission in the community, to an increasing reliance on mass vaccination, but what happens if that doesn't solve the problem? The Quicky speaks to an expert epidemiologist to discuss what

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18:48

Climate Change Code Red: Why We Must Act Now

The Quicky ·

2021/08/17

The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) has released a new report on the state of global climate change and the findings were damning, especially for Australia. The situation is now so bad,UN Secretary-General António Guterres says the report is a “code red for humanity” and greenhouse gas emissions from fossil fuel burning and deforestation are choking our planet and putting billions of people at immediate risk. The Quicky speaks to two climate change experts to find

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22:25

Taliban Takeover: Why Afghan Women & Girls Are In...

The Quicky ·

2021/08/16

A deepening crisis in Afghanistan is starting to dominate news headlines, as the Taliban has re-taken control of almost the entire country, putting millions of lives at risk. Shocking footage shows people desperately trying to flee as violence and kidnappings of women and girls broke out across the country. The Quicky speaks to two experts in international security and gender to find out how the situation deteriorated so quickly following the recent withdrawal of American and Australian troops, and

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12:16

Everything We Know About The Moderna Vaccine

The Quicky ·

2021/08/15

There has been a lot of mixed messaging and confusion about who should receive which COVID-19 vaccine in Australia, but now a third vaccine has been provisionally approved for use in everyone over the age of 18. The Moderna vaccine is due to start being administered to Aussies as early as September, but how will it fit into the bigger vaccination rollout, and how do you know if it is right for you? The Quicky speaks to a vaccine expert to find out how the Moderna jab compares to Pfizer and

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18:22

Is Female Hair Loss The Last Taboo?

The Quicky ·

2021/08/12

There are many male celebrities without much hair on their heads who are still considered sex symbols, such as Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson, Jason Statham, and Tyrese Gibson to name a few, but finding a celebrated bald woman is much more difficult. It seems that when it comes to women and their hair, losing it or not having much to start with is still considered taboo, leaving many women with deep insecurities that they often can't even discuss with their closest friends or loved ones. The Quicky

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22:05

Childcare Rebate Debt: Why So Many Aussie Families...

The Quicky ·

2021/08/11

If you have received a debt letter from Services Australia claiming that you owe thousands of dollars in childcare subsidy overpayments dating back several years, you are not alone. We received hundreds of your stories about these sudden demands for repayment, with many of you saying you believe the amounts are incorrect and unfair. The Quicky speaks to three working mums, a lawyer, and the Head of Services Australia to find out what you can do if you receive a childcare rebate debt bill. If you

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17:49

The Mental Health Toll Of The 24 Hour News Cycle

The Quicky ·

2021/08/10

Millions of Aussies are struggling with anxiety as daily press conferences filled with endless facts and figures about Covid-19 negatively impact our mental health, but what happens if you can't turn off the news? For journalists all over the world, the mental health toll of having to constantly provide updates to the public and be tuned in to what's happening with outbreaks every waking moment of their day is having a seriously detrimental impact on their wellbeing. The Quicky speaks to two

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19:07

What's The Point Of The Census?

The Quicky ·

2021/08/09

Tuesday 10th August is officially Census Day 2021, but have you ever wondered what the point of it is, especially as the Government has decided not to ask about sexuality even though LGBTIQ+ advocates have said loud and clear that they want to be counted? And last time we did this, it resulted in #CensusFail2016 when the website crashed and had to be taken down for 40 hours, so will this census be any better? The Quicky speaks to a cyber expert, a demographer, and an advocate for the LGBTIQ+

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13:58

Kids & COVID-19: Is Delta Dangerous For Children?

The Quicky ·

2021/08/08

At the start of the pandemic in 2020, there was very little concern for the impacts of the virus on children, as we were repeatedly told that they rarely caught the disease, or suffered any serious health consequences. But 18 months on, a very different story is being told by health experts; as the Delta strain runs rampant in Australia and many other countries, the pressure to vaccinate children against COVID-19 is increasing. The Quicky speaks to a Sydney mother, and an expert in children's

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19:09

A Tale Of 5 Dresses: How Much Aussies Are Spending On...

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2021/08/05

Princess Diana's niece, Lady Kitty Spencer recently had an extravagant Italian wedding, which included no fewer than five custom Dolce & Gabbana gowns and a whole host of celebrity guests. For some brides and grooms, this is their ultimate fairytale and they will spend whatever it takes to achieve that on their big day, but for others a much simpler affair is what makes them happy. The Quicky speaks to an expert in wedding planning and two brides - one who spared no expense, and one who was very

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19:19

What Happens When Someone Goes Missing?

The Quicky ·

2021/08/04

In 2020 there were more than 51,000 missing persons reports made to police in Australia, which is more than 140 on every day of the year. Any person missing for more than three months is classified as a long-term missing person. There are approximately 2,600 long-term missing persons in Australia. Every one of these missing people leaves behind countless devastated friends and loved ones, some of whom will unfortunately never get any answers or closure about what happened. This Missing Persons

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18:58

Easy For Some: Why Breastfeeding's Still A Battle...

The Quicky ·

2021/08/03

It's World Breastfeeding Week and this year's theme is 'Protect Breastfeeding: A Shared Responsibility', but what does that look like in 2021? The old adage of 'breast is best' still taunts many mothers who can't or simply don't want to breastfeed, and yet partners and other friends, family and even society often do little to support them, even when they do want help. The Quicky speaks to three mothers who all had very different encounters breastfeeding their children, a Lactation Specialist, and an

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20:02

Are Vaccine Passports Our Ticket To Freedom?

The Quicky ·

2021/08/02

Every day, the state and Federal Governments are begging us to go and get vaccinated for COVID-19, not only for our own benefit, but also for others as millions of Aussies remain in lockdown and suffering from pandemic fatigue. But what happens when we do reach a point when most of us have had the jab? Could vaccine passports be the way to guarantee a future free from lockdowns and travel restrictions? The Quicky speaks to an expert in tourism, an infectious disease specialist, and the Federal

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14:06

Why A Four Day Week Is The Future Of Work

The Quicky ·

2021/08/01

Most of us have seen some major changes in the way we work over the past 18 months, but could working from home be just the start of a major work revolution? The concept of a four day week has been considered and even trialled in many countries, but so far, very few Aussie companies have gotten on board with the idea, but those that have are finding it's not only possible, but hugely profitable. The Quicky speaks to a business expert who has implemented the four day work week in her own company to

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17:16

Feeling Exposed: The Female Athletes Fighting To...

The Quicky ·

2021/07/29

The Olympics have brought some much needed light relief, but the Games haven't been without controversy, especially when it comes to female athletes' uniforms. And it isn't just the Olympics that are in the spotlight... pop star Pink has offered to pay the fines handed out to the Norwegian Women's Beach Handball team who refused to wear bikini bottoms at the European Championships. The Quicky speaks to an expert in gender and sport to find out why there are so many regulations requiring women in

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18:14

Pandemic Burnout: The Psychological Impact Of...

The Quicky ·

2021/07/28

It's been 18 months since the COVID-19 pandemic began, and despite everyone's hopes that it would all be over by now, there is still no end in sight, so what impact is that having on our mental health? The Quicky speaks to a psychologist and researcher to find out what we can all do to keep our spirits up, focus on the future, and help one another to keep going during this unprecedented time in our lives. And if you feel like you're not coping or just need someone to talk to, please reach out to one

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18:25

Will Australia Save The Great Barrier Reef?

The Quicky ·

2021/07/27

Last week, Australia successfully lobbied enough countries to prevent UNESCO from labelling the World Heritage listed Great Barrier Reef as 'in danger'. But pushback from environmental campaigners and several other nations who were furious about the move, and desperately want to see the iconic landmark better protected, has kept the spotlight on our Government. The Quicky speaks to two reef experts who have spent decades exploring and managing the natural wonder to find out just how urgently we need

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