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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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18:20

Will Turning Vegan Save The Planet?

The Quicky ·

2020/11/18

We've been told that if the world changed to a plant-based diet, we'd save the planet. But is that true? In this World Vegan Month, The Quicky investigates the best diet for humans that not just helps the world avoid a climate catastrophe but will also not be catastrophic for our health. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Guest Booker: Mel Sauer Audio Producer:Ian Camilleri Guests: Susie Burrell, Nutritionist and Dietitian. Professor

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17:16

Why The New COVID Vaccine News Is Causing A Stir

The Quicky ·

2020/11/17

When Pfizer announced that their experimental COVID-19 vaccine has an efficiency rate of over 90% it not only made the world rejoice that there may finally be some light at the end of the virus tunnel, it also sent the stock market soaring. The Quicky investigates whether we can really start to get our hopes up that a vaccine is not far off and why the announcement influences the world's money markets and gun sales. Subscribe to The Quicky at...

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19:09

Pull The Troops: What's The Worst President Trump Can...

The Quicky ·

2020/11/16

The transition from the Trump administration to Joe Biden's is not going smoothly. With Trump's team launching lawsuits questioning election outcomes across the country, the democratic process itself is being called into question, and while those lawsuits are pending there's a man in the oval office who still has the full powers of the President of the United States. The Quicky unpacks the worst case scenario if Donald Trump follows through on promises and why he continues to fight the election

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13:22

Fiona O'Loughlin's Battle Against The Drug That Kills...

The Quicky ·

2020/11/15

In your circle of family and friends, it's estimated that at least 7 of them will have faced a battle with addiction at some stage of their lives. For Australian comedian Fiona O'Loughlin it was alcohol, the addiction so strong it pulled her all the way to the bottom. The Quicky investigates the drug that is legal and an accepted social lubricant, but is also one of the deadliest drugs to ditch. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS Host/Producer: Claire

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14:17

Just One Word: Why Australia Has An Anthem Problem

The Quicky ·

2020/11/12

The Australian national anthem is problematic. It was changed in the past when it was recognised that the lyrics excluded women but we don't seem to be able to do the same when it fails to recognise the country's First Nations people. Today we break down the song that is supposed to represent us all, to find out how it doesn't but also how it can. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Guest Booker: Mel Sauer Audio Producer:Ian

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16:21

From Jackie O To Melania: The Lives & Legacy Of...

The Quicky ·

2020/11/11

As the US struggles with the transition of power between Donald Trump and Joe Biden, there's a First Lady and one in waiting attempting to navigate it all too. Today The Quicky looks at the role of the wives of Presidents, how it's changed over time, what legacy Melania Trump will leave and whether Dr Jill Biden as the first First Lady to have a full time job outside of the White House, will change the role again. Subscribe to The Quicky at...

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17:12

Four Indigenous Businesses Killing It In 2020

The Quicky ·

2020/11/10

Aboriginal owned and run businesses are hot right now, from artwork to clothing and accessories, to photography and modelling agencies. Indigenous business is coming into its own in 2020, but there are still some major hurdles. From not being allowed to use the flag that unites them, to businesses that look Aboriginal but are in fact not Indigenous owned, there are issues that require some work from us as consumers. The Quicky meets the owners of Indigenous businesses to hear their passions and

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17:33

Deep Denial: Why Trump Voters Won't Let Go

The Quicky ·

2020/11/09

It's hard to fathom, looking in from the other side of the world, why people continued to support US President Donald Trump. He has been credited with dividing the nation, of misleading the public and of attempting to kill off democracy in a nation that holds the process so dear. The Quicky speaks to Republicans to find out what it is about Trump that sees them not just continue to give him their vote, but to truly believe that he still has a chance of winning the 2020 election. Subscribe to The

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14:29

The Fight For A Sacred Site

The Quicky ·

2020/11/08

When the Western Highway in Victoria was approved for an upgrade, it kicked off a two year battle that still hasn't ended. In fact, just as Melbourne was coming out of lockdown, one of the sacred trees of the Djab Wurrung people, which is in the way of the current highway plan, was cut down and hauled away. The Quicky investigates why Australia's first nations people still have to fight to keep stop their sacred sites from being destroyed. Subscribe to The Quicky at...

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14:41

Has Covid-19 Sunk The Cruise Industry?

The Quicky ·

2020/11/05

We've all seen the viral pics doing the rounds of cruise ships being pulled apart for scrap metal as the coronavirus continues to bring the industry to its knees. So does this mean cruising is now a thing of the past? Can it recover enough to save the thousands of jobs it creates and the billions of dollars it makes each year? The Quicky investigates the fate of cruising past 2020. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Guest Booker: Mel

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16:26

US Election Update: What The Heck Is Going On?

The Quicky ·

2020/11/04

The polls are closed, counting is underway so what is the outcome looking like 13 hours after the last polling booth closed? The Quicky speaks with The Guardian Washington Bureau Chief David Smith to find out who is leading the race to become the next President of the United States. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Guest Booker: Mel Sauer Audio Producer:Ian Camilleri Guests: Guardian Washington Bureau Chief David Smith CONTACT

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18:22

US Election: The Three Things That Might Happen By...

The Quicky ·

2020/11/03

The US election is now underway and everyone is waiting to see if it is in fact 4 more years for Donald Trump or a swing back to the Democrats in what has been a hate-fuelled, angry campaign from both sides. Will it be a repeat of 2016? Will Joe Biden actually win like the polls suggest? What if the Electoral College ends up in a tie? Chas Licciardello from the ABC's Planet America breaks down all the potential outcomes of Biden/Harris or Trump Pence 2020. Subscribe to The Quicky at..

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15:20

What Happens To The Horses After The Melbourne Cup?

The Quicky ·

2020/11/02

We can't ask a horse whether they like racing, we can't ask them if they're being treated right but we can look at how they're treated AFTER they've left the track.The Quicky looks at Melbourne Cup winners from the past to see where they ended up and what happens to horses that aren't as successful. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Guest Booker: Mel Sauer Audio Producer:Ian Camilleri Guests: Tony Santic, owner of 3 time Melbourne

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18:02

Bushfire Season: Is This Year Going To Be Better Or...

The Quicky ·

2020/11/01

It's hard to believe that at this time last year we were choking on the smoke of massive bushfires that ended up raging across the country for months. Now, as we head into the next bushfire season, what are we facing? Will it be as bad as 2019/20 and what are we doing to protect ourselves from the the flames? Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Guest Booker: Mel Sauer Audio Producer:Madeline Joannou Guests: Dr Sarah Harris, Manager of

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11:41

To Halloween Or Not To Halloween? Are We Allowed...

The Quicky ·

2020/10/29

The kids are excited, Halloween is on a Saturday and we now have all day to plan out trick or treating. For the grown ups, there's a range of sassy yet 2020 applicable costumes to don for the party... but how do we navigate this day when COVID-19 is the ultimate uninvited guest? The Quicky investigates Halloween 2020 and how we can pull it off while being COVID safe. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Guest Booker: Mel Sauer Audio

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15:04

Meet The People Who Know Joe Biden & Donald Trump

The Quicky ·

2020/10/28

How do you know if someone is the right person for the job if you've never met them in person? How about speaking to the people who have? The Quicky finds out who Joe Biden and Donald Trump really are from those who have worked alongside them. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Guest Booker: Mel Sauer Audio Producer:Ian Camilleri Guests: Jeff Bleich, former US ambassador to Australia and audio courtesy of MSNBC, CNN the Ben Shapiro

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16:03

A Perfect Score: Does A Year 12 Mark Impact Your Future?

The Quicky ·

2020/10/27

As the class of 2020 sits for their final exams there are some very nervous students and quite concerned parents waiting to see what that final number will be...the number that will see what course they might be able to study at university. So how much does that number mean? What happens if you don't get the one you thought you would? What if you don't make it through this year at all? The Quicky speaks to three women who had a different outcome at the end of their studies and how they've used their

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17:58

Is It Time To Stop Using Lockdowns To Deal With...

The Quicky ·

2020/10/26

After instructing countries around the world that lockdowns were the only way to deal with COVID-19 in the absence of a vaccine, the World Health Organisation has now advised that they are not a long term solution to handling the virus. So what do we do now? Do we leave the more vulnerable people in our community to lock themselves away while we get on with our lives? The Quicky checks in with the UK, Spain and back home in Melbourne to find out how lockdowns are being handled around the world and

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14:55

How Does Russia Actually Influence How Americans Vote?

The Quicky ·

2020/10/25

We hear all the time that Russia has interfered in US elections but have you ever wondered exactly how? From email hacking to social media control, The Quicky investigates how Russia can influence who Americans vote for. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Guest Booker: Mel Sauer Audio Producer:Ian Camilleri Guests: David Smith, Washington Bureau Chief for The Guardian and Kathryn Diss, ABC Australia US Correspondent based in

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16:03

Why Have So Many Aussies Died From Shark Attacks In...

The Quicky ·

2020/10/22

Australia hasn't seen seven people die in a single year from shark attacks since the 1930's...until now. The Quicky investigates why so many Australians have been taken by sharks in 2020 and whether we need to be worried when we dip a toe into the ocean. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Guest Booker: Mel Sauer Audio Producer:Ian Camilleri Guests: David Smith, Washington Bureau Chief for The Guardian and Kathryn Diss, ABC Australia

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