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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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14:00

To Share Or Not To Share? Kids, Consent And 'Cute'...

The Quicky ·

2020/02/19

Are you someone who shares pictures and stories about your children on social media? It's hard not to want to share your life with them online but should you be considering whether your children consent to this before you post? In today's episode, we look into whether or not you should do it and what kind of impact it has on your kids digital footprint in the future. LINKSThe Safe on Social Toolkit is the digital 'survival kit' with everything you need to know to keep your kids safe online..

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13:37

Reality TV, Famous Harrys And An Untimely Death: Who...

The Quicky ·

2020/02/18

WARNING: today's episode of The Quicky talks about domestic violence and suicide. Lifeline 13 11 14 Until nine weeks ago, Caroline Flack appeared to have everything: a thriving television presenting career, a loving relationship and great friends. But on Sunday night, her family announced she had died in her northeast London apartment. So who was Caroline Flack and how did everything change for her so quickly after a domestic assault just 2 months ago? Subscribe to The Quicky at...

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13:45

The Signs In Doctors' Surgeries That Have Women Worried

The Quicky ·

2020/02/17

Over the past few months, signs have been appearing in doctors' surgeries telling women in no uncertain terms that their family planning won't be catered for by the health professional they've come to see. So how often are these signs popping up? Are they legal? And will this become even worse if and when the Religious Freedom Bill gets up? Links: https://www.buzzfeed.com/ginarushton/religious-discrimination-bill-reproductive-conscientious Subscribe to The Quicky at...

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12:35

Let's Get Real: Does Australia Still Need Coal?

The Quicky ·

2020/02/16

As people take to the streets to protest against coal, politicians are telling us we need it. Australia has relied on coal-fired power for such a long time, do we need it to keep going, to keep our phones charged, our lights working and our whole lives ticking? What's the truth? And what would happen to jobs and the economy if we moved completely to renewables? 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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11:36

The Great Hunt For The Mysterious G-Spot

The Quicky ·

2020/02/13

This episode of The Quicky is intensely adult, so remember that if you're playing it on the school run! Do you know where your G-Spot is? Have you located it and have you had that promised earth-shattering orgasm? Right in time for Valentine's Day, The Quicky is deep-diving into a woman's G-Spot. Where is it exactly? What do you have to do to locate it? What's actually happening to your body when the right kind of pressure is applied? So many questions! Thank goodness we've got all the

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12:30

Australian Floods: Are The Bushfires Out? Is The...

The Quicky ·

2020/02/12

It's been a hectic few months of weather here in Australia. We've had fires tearing apart lives, families and towns. And now, floods? Will this unprecedented rainfall see the end to the long drought facing farmers? And has it been getting to the right place to put out the bushfires? 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: Fiona Simson, President of the National Farmers

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13:12

SARS, Ebola, Swine Flu: How Did Other Outbreaks Come...

The Quicky ·

2020/02/11

What can the Bubonic Plague, the Spanish Flu and Ebola teach us about the future of Coronavirus? And how did they go from being major catastrophes, to being contained? Today we look at the history of epidemics and what people since the 14th Century until now have done to keep them at bay. 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: Dr Sanjaya Senanayake Associate

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12:55

Things You Didn't Know Chemotherapy Does To The Human...

The Quicky ·

2020/02/10

When we think about chemotherapy side effects, we usually think about things like hair loss and vomiting. But did you know about chemo cravings or cytotoxic poo? Today we look at some of the unexpected things chemotherapy does when you're attempting to fight off cancer, things that can last for a long time after the chemicals have left your system. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Melanie Tait Audio Producer:

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12:51

The Secret Politics Of Who Wears What At The Oscars

The Quicky ·

2020/02/09

It's Hollywood's big day and by the end of tonight, our news feeds will be flooded with celebrities in designer dresses trying to make fashion history. Who can forget Gwyneth's baby pink strappy number the year she won the Oscar? Or Halle Berry's deep maroon floral mesh? But how do these outfits get to the red carpet? In this episode, The Quicky team finds out how designers get noticed, how they get to style Nicole Kidman or Cate Blanchett, how much money exchanges hands, and how Aussie fashion

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14:34

Why Are Children The Only People It's Still Legal To...

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2020/02/06

To smack, or not to smack? That is the question. In Wales, a law has just passed which means it's going to be illegal to smack your children from 2022 but in Australia, it's still very much legal.Today, The Quicky looks into the laws around smacking and the psychological effects on our children when we use corporal punishment. 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:

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13:46

"Quitting For Family": How Hard Do Politicians Really...

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2020/02/05

This week, Greens Leader Richard Di Natale announced he's leaving parliament to spend time with his growing family. It's not the first time we've heard this as the reason a politician is getting out of the game. So, what's it actually like? How many hours a day do politicians work? And how often are you away from your family? The Quicky gets the low down from Zali Steggall, the politician who unseated Tony Abbott in the last election, and Rebekha Sharkie, a South Australian MP who's been making the

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13:30

Lower Than Minimum Wage: How Much Do Reality TV Stars...

The Quicky ·

2020/02/04

With Married At First Sight starting up for another season of high stakes drama, we thought we'd take a look at how much reality stars-in-the-making are paid to give up their life and shoot for a few months. Guess what? It's not going to make anyone rich... in fact, unless you're already a celebrity, it won't even pay your rent. Links: https://tvblackbox.com.au/ Subscribe to The Quicky at... mamamia.com.au/the-quicky CREDITS Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Melanie Tait Audio

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12:38

What Are European Kids Getting At School That Aussie...

The Quicky ·

2020/02/03

If you've been anywhere near social media this week your feed has probably been flooded with cute pics of kids in uniforms heading off for their first day of school. Education is essential for a child's success but when it comes to world education rankings, Finland has been No 1 year after year while Australia doesn't even make it into the top 20. So what is Finland doing right and how could we bring more of that into our education system here? Subscribe to The Quicky at...

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11:06

Coronavirus Conspiracy Theories: Bioweapons, Lab...

The Quicky ·

2020/02/02

Pictures and stories have been emerging from China suggesting the Chinese Government hasn't told the full story about the Coronavirus. The World Health Organisation has declared a World Health Emergency and conspiracy theories are spreading as fast as the virus itself. So, how do we tell the difference between a falsehood designed to cause panic and information deliberately kept from the public? Subscribe to The Quicky... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS Host/Producer: Claire

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14:13

A Complicated Legacy: Who Was Kobe Bryant?

The Quicky ·

2020/01/30

The world was shocked earlier this week when basketball legend Kobe Bryant and his teenage daughter, Gianna, were among nine dead in a freak helicopter crash. Bryant has been remembered all week as an extraordinary sportsperson, a devoted husband, loving father and an Oscar winning filmmaker. He was a much loved part of the Hollywood community. Yet, in 2003, he was charged with the sexual assault and false imprisonment of a young hospitality worker at a hotel in Colorado. The records of the rape

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15:05

How Much It Will Cost You To Reverse Climate Change

The Quicky ·

2020/01/29

After the recent bushfires, Australians are taking climate change more seriously than ever. What kind of a difference can we make on an individual level? And, how much is it going to cost us to get more carbon neutral? As Claire discovers today, listen to these tips and you might even find some savings! Subscribe to The Quicky at... mamamia.com.au/the-quicky CREDITS Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Melanie Tait Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Reece Turner, Director of Harbour

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14:01

What Bettina Arndt's Australia Day Honour Means For...

The Quicky ·

2020/01/28

Author and Sex Therapist Bettina Arndt has been awarded an OAM for her services to "gender equity through advocacy for men". So why has this award caused so much controversy? Why are domestic violence advocates like Rosie Batty angry? And, who decides how the Australia Day honours are distributed? Warning: this podcast contains discussion of sexual assault and sexual abuse. If it raises any issues for you, please call Lifeline on 13 11 14 Subscribe to The Quicky at...

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13:23

How Can You Tell If The British Media's Coverage Of...

The Quicky ·

2020/01/27

"How is that racist?" That's the question both those in the British media and many of us have asked after reports that Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex was the target of racist media reports. In this episode, we help you understand the subtle, entrenched and historical racism that's directed towards Meghan because if we're going to call it out, we have to be able to see it. Subscribe to The Quicky... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Melanie

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33:04

Introducing: Tiddas 4 Tiddas Australia Day Edition...

The Quicky ·

2020/01/26

There's no new episode of The Quicky today due to the national public holiday so we thought we'd take the opportunity to introduce you to our Mamamia stable mate Tiddas 4 Tiddas. Host Marlee Silva, a proud Kamilaroi Dunghutti woman, sits down with her younger sister Keely to hash out their very different approaches to dealing with a day that divides the nation. Celebrate, protest or ignore? Marlee will talk through the emotional roller coaster that is Australia Day. CREDITS: Host: Marlee

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16:56

Three Things Indigenous Australians Want The...

The Quicky ·

2020/01/23

Three years ago, nearly 300 people signed a statement to the Australian parliament asking for Indigenous voices be heard in our government, the Uluru Statement from the Heart. It outlines three specific requests. Three years on, what's happening with it?The Quicky asks the question: with so many other countries like Canada and the US already creating treaties like this with their First Nation People, why wouldn't Australia follow suit? CREDITS Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Melanie

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