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Big Small Talk

Big Small Talk: 5 PM Tuesdays So you want to know what’s happening in parliament, but you also want to know the latest in pop culture? Good, as you should. From the front page to your newsfeeds, no story is too serious, stale, funny or frivolous. Because, if you haven’t realised, loving pop culture doesn’t mean you don’t understand politics. Knowing all your shit? That’s hot. New Episodes 5pm Tuesday. Small Talk: 6 AM Thursdays It might not be tangible news but each week there’s something in the

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39:03

BIG TALK: The Mabo Case PART TWO

Big Small Talk ·

2025/07/22

In part two we discuss the short and long term impact of the Mabo Case. We look at how Australians responded, the fear mongering and misinformation and how Keating handled it at the time. We then open up the Wik Case, which addressed native title and pastoral leases. The Howard government response to this, his 10 point plan and how this impacted Native Title.

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49:41

Coldplay Concert, Trump sues Murdoch & Charli XCX...

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2025/07/22

Follow us on Instagram Why is the world so invested in the Coldplay concert cheating scandal? Trump sues Murdoch over the Wall Streets Journal's coverage of his and Epstein's friendship. Charli XCX gets married in a low-key ceremony. Pete Davidson announces he and his girlfriend Elsie are expecting a baby. The Federal Court has determined the government does not owe a duty of care to Torres Strait Islanders to prevent climate harm. Sudden cancellation of Colbert's late night show raises

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53:35

SMALL TALK: How Do Hollywood Movies Influence Our...

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2025/07/16

This is a VERY exciting episode if you, like me, grew up watching the HBO's hit show GIRLS, have seen the Megan movies and also thought Jordan Peele's movie 'Get Out' was a cinematic masterpiece! I got the opportunity to chat to the incredible lead actress, Allison Williams! I asked Allison about the powerful messaging behind all her chosen projects. Starting with Girls, we discuss what was so groundbreaking at the time, being a Marine apologist and what would be different if Girls existed

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37:24

BIG TALK: The Mabo Case PART ONE

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2025/07/15

This was such a pivotal moment in Australia’s history, a fascinating legal case and a man, Eddie Mabo, whose story we should all know.Really, what was so important about the Mabo decision is that it challenged one of the biggest lies at the heart of Australia’s foundation — that the land was empty when the British arrived. So today we want to look at who Eddie Mabo was, how his case came to be and the journey of him taking it all the way to the High Court - forcing Australians to formally

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49:47

Epstein's List, SWAG album & Superman Movie

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2025/07/15

Justin Bieber releases seventh studio album, SWAG. Unpacking the recommendations handed down by the Special Envoy to combat Anti Semitism. Trump backflips and announces there is no list in the Jeffrey Epstein files, dividing MAGA and fuelling conspiracy theories. Findings from the NT Coroners Inquest into the death Kumanjayi Walker. Superman movie sparks debate over it's perceived 'anti Israel propaganda'. Trumps tariffs threats on Australian pharmaceuticals.

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42:22

SMALL TALK: How Do I Change My Relationship With...

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2025/07/09

Lets talk about a topic that many of us may find a little scary, money. The lovely Soph and Maddy from the So Invested Podcast open up about their own money journey, why we might feel uncomfortable or behind, our 'money type' and some practical tips and tricks we can use in the new financial year.

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49:24

Sean 'Diddy' Combs Verdict, Alligator Alcatraz & Erin...

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2025/07/08

Diddy has been acquitted of the most serious of charges; racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking. But the jury has found him guilty of transportation to engage in prostitution. What it means now that Trumps 'Big Beautiful Bill' has passed and the opening of Alligator Alcatraz. The jury, after 6 days of deliberation, has found Erin Patterson guilty on three counts of murder and one on attempted murder. A male childcare worker in Victoria has been charged with more than 70 crimes against

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34:06

SMALL TALK: Would You Send a 'Hey Girly' Message?

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2025/07/02

The dreaded Hey Girly message. If you don't know what that is, it's the decision to message a poor girl to let her know her partner has been caught out doing the wrong thing (cheating, on a dating app, flirting with others, done something in his past, been particularly rude). To receive one is the worst but to have to send one is equally terrifying. Would you send it? How would you react? Would you be thankful?

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55:29

Bezos Wedding, Glastonbury & Antoinette Lattouf Wins

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2025/07/01

Billionaire Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez 50 million dollar wedding creates an online stir from the guest list, styling choices and protests. The Federal Court rules that the ABC had unlawfully sacked journalist Antoinette Lattouf. Glastonbury festival in the UK feels particularly politically charged this year with many acts choosing to speak on Palestine. Zohran Mamdani wins the NYC mayoral election primary. Anna Wintour steps down as the editor in chief of Vogue after nearly 40 years.

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37:07

SMALL TALK: What Can We Learn From Attachment Styles?...

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2025/06/25

Lets talk about the theory that helped catapult therapy speak and therapytok into the online mainstream - attachment styles. Today I am joined by Rashida Dungarwalla the founder and Principal Psychologist of Flow State Space - which is a psychology practice in Surry Hills, Sydney. We chat about the origins of the theory, the different styles and the limitations of putting too much down to ones attachment style.

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45:22

BIG TALK: The Salem Witch Trials PART TWO

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2025/06/24

In part two we discuss how the legal trials took place, which 'witch tests' the court used, why this went unchecked and how long it took until people began to express their remorse and how this has been reflected on in history.

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54:47

US Bombs Iran, Mushroom Trial & JB Standing On Business

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2025/06/24

US bombs Iran to wipe out potential nuclear weaponry, Trump declares ceasefire. The trial of Erin Patterson, the poison mushroom lady, nears its end. New Australian tax reform announcement. Justin and Hailey Bieber divorce rumours amidst bizarre string of Instagram posts, captions and viral paparazzi moment.

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58:00

SMALL TALK: Which 'Wellness' Trends Are Actually...

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2025/06/18

I am very excited to have the gorgeous Laura Henshaw, co-founder and CEO of KIC app and co-host of KICPOD, as the Small Talk guest this week! We first have to discuss the very exciting news of her pregnancy and how she is feeling after her series 'Do I Want Kids?'. But the crux of todays episode is actually to pick Laura's brain on all the different 'wellness' trends that I am being bombarded with online - from #diettok to #skinnytok to gut health. How do we know which ones are toxic? What is

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41:36

BIG TALK: The Salem Witch Trials PART ONE

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2025/06/17

We know this one is a little different and certainly not something the was hitting he headlines in our lifetime! However, the Witch Trials are a fascinating part of history that is continually referred to and remains relevant to our modern day and continually experiences resurgences in our pop culture. So in part one, we look at the origins of witches, what led to the Salem witch trials, who the 'afflicted' girls were and who were among the first to be accused. We also see parallels to our modern

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59:07

ICE Raids, Sabrina Carpenter & Iran

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2025/06/17

Another huge week in the news. An update on the ICE raids, deployment of the national guard, protests and curfew enforced in LA. Sabrina Carpenters new album cover creates massive online controversy. Israel launched multiple strikes across Iran and they have now responded with further attacks. Australian influencer Indy Clinton hires a private investigator to find the anonymous trolls who have been attacking her online. Trump administration puts AUKUS under review. Call Her Daddy host, Alex

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44:59

SMALL TALK: What's The Best Friendship Advice? With...

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2025/06/11

Today I am joined by Two Broke Chicks to chat all things friendship.We get messages every week asking us for advice on how to make friends as an adult, when to know you've outgrown a friendship, remaining friends with exes and how to have tough conversations with friends. So who better to reach out to than best friend duo, Al and Sal, the authors of the book 'Finding Your People'! Finding Your People Two Broke Chicks

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56:15

Sydney Sweeney's Bathwater, Musk Breaks Up With Trump...

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2025/06/10

BIG episode this week! Sydney Sweeney's decision to release a soap that has her actual bathwater in it has sparked debate over if she has 'set feminism back decades'. Elon Musk and Trump are in the midst of a messy break up, meanwhile an Australian journalist is purposefully shot by police with rubber bullet during LA protests. Judge dismisses Justin Baldoni's $400 million dollar countersuit to Blake Lively. Israel seizes Gaza aid ship, the Freedom Flotilla, carrying Greta Thunberg and other

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42:33

SMALL TALK: Have You Heard About Instagram Face? With...

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2025/06/04

Comedian, performer and author of best selling book 'All I Ever Wanted Was To be Hot' (yes, correct title!!) joins me in studio to discuss cosmetic surgeries and the latest online phenomenon, 'instagram face', as inspired by this fantastic New Yorker article. Check out Lucinda's book HERE and her socials HERE

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34:15

BIG TALK: The Catholic Church Cover Up of Child...

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2025/06/03

In part two we look at the ripple effect of the Bostons Globes articles across the US and how the church reacted. We then shifted to looking at the global impact, particularly in Ireland. Then the response in Australia, the royal commission, it's findings and how this is relevant today.

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55:35

Taylor Swift Owns Masters, Gas Project Approved &...

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2025/06/03

Taylor Swift has successfully regained control of her music, ending the feud that inspired her re-recordings and the era tour. Labor government green lights a major gas project until 2070. ELF cosmetics purchases Hailey's makeup and skincare brand 'Rhode' for US 1 Billion. Harvard and Trump's legal confrontation intensifies, Elon Musk insinuates fall out and announces resignation from the White House. A first nations man dies in Police custody in the Northern Territory. Plus, a Q+A on the debate

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