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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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15:14

Will Tiger King End Our Obsession With Cuddling Cubs?

The Quicky ·

2020/04/02

It's the only other thing anyone is talking about: Netflix's binge-worthy Tiger King Murder Mayhem and Madness. The filmmakers had hoped the film would do for captive tigers what Blackfish did for captive whales but has it missed the mark? How can the animal cruelty message get through, when there are so many big personalities in the way? Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Melanie Tait Audio Producer: Ian

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13:45

Can Trump's Presidency Survive COVID-19?

The Quicky ·

2020/04/01

America has now overtaken China in the unenviable spot as the country with most diagnoses of COVID-19. It's fair to say President Donald Trump's leadership has flip flopped from believing Coronavirus a hoax, to being "at war with a deadly virus" that might kill 240,000 Americans. With an election coming soon, will Trump get to be president for a second term? Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Melanie Tait Audio

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13:39

Amanda Keller On How COVID19 Is Changing Reality TV

The Quicky ·

2020/03/31

Dancing With The Stars screens its finale without an audience. The Bachelor temporarily shut down. What's in store for the return of Big Brother? Australian television viewers are addicted to reality shows. How are we going to have the high tension and drama if no one is allowed in a room together? Amanda Keller takes us through the very odd season of DWTS she just worked through, and Rob McKnight gives us an overview of where the industry is at right now. Subscribe to The Quicky at..

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15:05

Just A Bunch Of Good News Stories

The Quicky ·

2020/03/30

The news has been relentless, hasn't it? Every day, more statistics, more sad stories. So, how about we have some relief from that, because guess what? There are some good things happening too. You'll hear from a woman who was married against all the social distancing odds, a professor who's found there are a few good things about us not commuting to work and an Australian company who've made testing for the virus just that bit easier. Subscribe to The Quicky at...

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14:30

The Kids Are At Home: Do We Have To Teach Them Too?

The Quicky ·

2020/03/29

Most kids are at home now and social media is filled with pictures of what this means for families around Australia and the world. For some, this means timetables and every moment accounted for. For others, it's screens, backyards, games and fun. What's it meant to be? Does it have to be one or the other? The Quicky has sought out some people who are used to coming up with things for kids to do - a homeschooling mother and a playgroup facilitator. They've come up with a bunch of things for you to do

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14:30

What Four Australian Health Care Workers Want You To...

The Quicky ·

2020/03/26

A GP, a nurse, a specialist, a foster care worker: what is life like on the front line of the nation's extraordinary health crisis? For GP Dr Marita Long, going to work is a matter of life and death. She has two family members with compromised immunity and she's having to make decisions no one should have to make. Today on The Quicky, four health care workers give The Quicky a view on what it is they're facing day to day. Subscribe to The Quicky at...

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16:35

I Have COVID-19 Symptoms, Why Don't They Test Me?

The Quicky ·

2020/03/25

While the government is talking a lot about the number of tests it's been doing on possible COVID19 cases, not everyone is being given the green light to be tested. Why are some people eligible for testing, when they show no symptoms, yet some people who exhibit many aren't allowed? In this episode you'll meet Jenny, she had so many of the COVID19 symptoms she was taken to hospital yet still refused a test; and Mamamia podcaster Rachel Corbett tells us about why she had to be tested when she wasn't

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13:24

COVID19 Money: Do I Get Any, And How Do I Get It?

The Quicky ·

2020/03/24

On Monday night, the Government passed the biggest economic stimulus package in Australian history. $84 billion dollars worth of support for people economically affected by COVID19: small business owners, sole traders, students. So, who qualifies to get some financial relief in these uncertain times? ABC Finance specialist Emily Stewart is here to talk us through it. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Melanie

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14:41

Three Women On What Lockdowns Feel Like Around The World

The Quicky ·

2020/03/23

What's it like for women around the world living in various stages of lock down and social distancing? Lotta Haegg is in London, where she's been in quarantine at home for 9 days after having COVID19 symptoms. Maria Albinana is in Spain, in lockdown with her Aussie partner and their mothers after having to cancel her wedding. Anthea Murray is in Hong Kong, in a high rise apartment block with her toddler - her next door neighbour was diagnosed with Coronavirus. They share their international

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13:32

Think Of The Dogs: Dr Chris Brown On Animals & The...

The Quicky ·

2020/03/22

What happens to the animals in shelters if all of us have to go into lockdown? Dr Chris Brown is calling on those of us who can afford it to welcome a new furry family member into our lives as we look at weeks, possibly months spent at home during the COVID-19 crisis. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Melanie Tait Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Bondi Vet and host of Channel 10 shows The Living Room and I'm

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14:56

Is Normal Soap Good Enough? Your COVID-19 Questions...

The Quicky ·

2020/03/19

Is normal soap good enough? Does drinking hot fluids kill the virus in your throat? Can our internet network handle us all working from home? How do you sort the facts from the fiction: online, every day there's a new meme or post that's telling you about Coronavirus. The Quicky is doing what it does best: going to the experts and asking the questions. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Melanie Tait Audio

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13:31

Coronavirus Anxiety: It's Real. Here's How To Deal...

The Quicky ·

2020/03/18

The news has been overwhelming, and constant. Every day, we've been bombarded with new information about COVID-19. We're having to make new decisions for the health and safety of our loved ones. And, we're hearing about the effects its having on our jobs and economy. How will any of us stay sane? We've got you covered here on The Quicky. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Melanie Tait Audio Producer: Ian

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13:40

"Living On One Cup Of Noodles A Day": Has Lockdown...

The Quicky ·

2020/03/17

As we here in Australia face a potential lockdown, we take a look back at the place where all this COVID-19 business began. Has the lockdown halted the spread of the virus back in China? And what does it look like now, three months after the first cases? Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Melanie Tait Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Australian China Correspondant Samantha Vadas CONTACT US Got a topic you'd

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14:12

Self Isolate, Social Distance Or Quarantine: What The...

The Quicky ·

2020/03/16

We're being given A LOT of info right now about COVID-19 and what we should be doing to stop its spread but when do we actually self isolate? How is that different to quarantine and what the hell is social distancing? We decode the messages we've been given from our government to make sense of how we can slow down the march of the coronavirus and 'flatten the curve'. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Melanie

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15:12

The Coronavirus Crash: 5 Useful Money Tips To Help...

The Quicky ·

2020/03/15

There's a fair bit of doom and gloom coming from stock markets around the world and the word recession is being thrown about a bit too, but what does it mean to go into recession and what impact will that have on my financial situation? Today we get some handy tips on how we can get ourselves into a good spot financially so we can ride out this COVID-19 coronavirus crisis. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer:

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14:49

Who were The Two Coreys? Hollywood's Troubling Club...

The Quicky ·

2020/03/12

Corey Feldman's movie My Truth: The Rape of Two Coreys about his and friend Corey Haim's experience as teenagers in Hollywood premiered this week but the response was not what he was hoping for. Today we head back to the 80's to find out where all this started and try to understand why these very serious accusations aren't taken seriously. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Melanie Tait Audio Producer: Ian

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15:02

Can I Go To The Shops? What Life's Really Like In...

The Quicky ·

2020/03/11

Italy is in lockdown. Its citizens are taking the spread of COVID-19 very seriously after they were taken by surprise by its rapid spread. So, what's life like in lockdown? Can you go to the shops? Can you meet your friends for a meal? Can the kids go to school? The Quicky talks with an Aussie-expat mum of two and a hospitality worker about what everyday life is like for them. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer:

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13:54

Battle Royale: How Meghan and Harry Won The PR War...

The Quicky ·

2020/03/10

They gave their notice and now the Duke and Duchess of Sussex have performed their last duties as paid up members of the Royal Family. With a united front and some extraordinary colour blocked fashion, they've won the PR war for hearts and minds, for this round at least. We find out how they managed to pull it off, and whether their future holds international stardom, or a life of exile. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive

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13:33

Sick, Sicker and Sickest: What It Actually Feels Like...

The Quicky ·

2020/03/09

COVID-19 is overtaking our every day conversation, with more people being diagnosed with the strain of coronavirus every day. So, what happens when you have it? How will you feel? How can you tell the difference between it and the common cold? And, how should you be approaching your doctor or hospital for a possible diagnosis? Dr Brad McKay gives us the info as we hear from people who have had it and recovered. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS Host/Producer:

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14:15

"She Left This World Too Soon": Why We Need To Talk...

The Quicky ·

2020/03/08

Camilla and Marc lost their Mum when she was only 42 years old. 26 years later and the fashion house brother and sister team have decided to launch a campaign to try and help create a test that will potentially help diagnose the most deadly cancer for women in Australia. It's time to talk about our ovaries Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ If you want to purchase one of Camilla and Marc's ovarian cancer tees you can find them here...

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