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Car Chats with Tess, Kat & Shaun

Car Chats with Tess, Kat & Shaun

Talking about current affairs and everything taboo, we"re all about discussing the issues that are important to you. Car chats are the best chats!

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00:54:11

THAT'S A WRAP! Revisiting Car Chats & What the Future...

Car Chats with Tess, Kat & Shaun ·

2021/10/29

Join us this week for our season 8 finale as we recap some of our favourite episodes and discuss how far we've come...as well as talk about the future of Car Chats.In this episode we have an extended personal update as we catch you up what we've been up to the last couple of weeks as well as our feelings over lockdown easing, international borders opening and the ability to go out and catch up with friends and family. We also unpack some recent headlines such as: The tragic death of Halyna Hutchins

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00:46:38

The Drama Continues...Dave Chappelle and Jesy Nelson

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2021/10/19

Dave Chappelle is famous for his uncomfortable, boundary-pushing comedy. Has he taken the jokes too far in his recent Netflix special ‘The Closer'? Then, what on earth is going on between Jesy Nelson, Nicki Minaj and Leigh-Anne Pinnock in the recent ‘blackfishing’ controversy? Make sure to tune in live every Tuesday at 5pm on Radio Monash and check us out on our Instagram @carchatspodcast. We would love to hear your thoughts on the episode!

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00:42:12

Drama Alert! Saucy Gladys Resigns and Rancid Eddie's...

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2021/10/12

We are back baby after a two week break and hell yeah we're excited for this ep. A lot has happened over the break and WE ARE READY to talk about it. We deep dive into Gladys Berejiklian's surprise resignation and then we chat about Rancid Eddie and their controversial new single. Make sure to tune in live every Tuesday at 5pm on Radio Monash and check us out on our Instagram @carchatspodcast. We'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode!

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01:00:03

Unpacking the Annual Met Gala & Fitspo: The Good and...

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2021/09/24

This week we discuss the most talked about event of the year and fashion's big night out: The Met Gala. Join us as we talk about the origins of the event, the exclusivity (invite-only), the themes, the dresses (our favourites), and of course the controversies and drama. Later on we talk about FITSPO... #thinspiration's sinister but subtle younger sister. Many of us would remember thinspiration from our high school days; images shared on social media of (almost impossibly) thin bodies overlaid with

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00:45:03

Career Dysmorphia and The Importance of Pronouns

Car Chats with Tess, Kat & Shaun ·

2021/09/17

We all know what it’s like to be scrolling through LinkedIn, seeing the successes of your network, and feeling like you're falling behind in comparison. We've labelled this feeling 'career dysmorphia'. Join us as we share personal experiences and unpack the reasons why these feelings are so widespread. Then, we switch gears and discuss all things pronouns: what they are, what they mean, how we should use them moving forward. Make sure you check out our socials if you'd like to get involved in the

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00:52:12

JJJ Controversy and Reality TV

Car Chats with Tess, Kat & Shaun ·

2021/09/10

On this week's episode, we discuss the Triple J tweet that got musicians and their audience talking about how the Aussie music scene isn't up to scratch with representing people from all backgrounds. We then chat about the good, the bad and the ugly of reality TV. Yes, that's right... listen in to hear us talk about all the reality TV shows we're obsessed with, we're disappointed with and we're frustrated with. Make sure you check us out on our socials if you'd like to get involve in the

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00:51:57

The COVID-19 Vaccine Rollout & Period Talk: Your...

Car Chats with Tess, Kat & Shaun ·

2021/09/03

This week join your favourite hosts (and special guest Olivia) for one roller coaster of an episode where we debunk some common COVID-19 myths and vaccine misinformation. We also take a look at the vaccine rollout in other countries and how their governments are handling re-opening boarders and travel. We then switch gears entirely and talk all things period! We've asked you, our lovely listeners, for your pressing period questions so join us (hosted by Shaun) as we get candid and discuss our own

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00:52:02

Revisiting #FreeBritney and 'Framing Britney Spears'

Car Chats with Tess, Kat & Shaun ·

2021/08/27

BRITNEY'S BACK! We touch base with our favourite pop queen and discuss recent developments in her legal battle to remove her father, Jamie Spears, from his role as her conservator. Then, we revisit the #FreeBritney movement and unpack the highlights and criticisms of the New York Times' documentary titled 'Framing Britney Spears'.

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00:47:37

Reliving the 2020 Olympics and the ABC's...

Car Chats with Tess, Kat & Shaun ·

2021/08/20

WE'RE BACK BABY! Car Chats is officially back for another season and boy we're excited. After a much needed break, the gang is back and better than ever. We give you all the personal updates you never asked for and a quick run through of what's been going on in the world over the past week. We then dive into a discussion about the 2020 Tokyo Olympics; all the ups and downs, the weird and the wacky. And later, we unpack the ABC's recent investigation into TikTok and how the new social media app is

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00:44:24

How to deal with gaslighting & Queerbaiting: What is...

Car Chats with Tess, Kat & Shaun ·

2021/05/27

***Trigger Warning: Emotional abuse, manipulation, gaslighting*** For our season finale we are taking a little trip to gaslit city and unpacking gaslighting within intimate relationships and friendships; how to recognise and how to shut it down. Have you ever asked yourself "am I being sensitive?" multiple times a day, often feel confused or crazy in a relationship, you're always apologising, or you feel like you're constantly not good enough... you might wanna listen as these are often the symptoms

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00:47:36

Coercive Control and Friendships with Exes

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2021/05/20

CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains details of family violence and coercive control. If you, or anyone you know, is struggling, please contact 1800RESPECT. On this week’s episode we are talking about coercive control. This type of family violence involves a pattern of controlling behaviours that creates an unequal power dynamic in a relationship. We discuss the shortfalls of the legal and criminal justice system when it comes to recognising and responding to these issues. Then, we identify signs

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00:55:09

Honouring Mother's Day and Friendship Breakups Pt 2

Car Chats with Tess, Kat & Shaun ·

2021/05/13

Due to Mother's Day being last Sunday, we decided to honour the occasion by reflecting on significant women who have inspired us and played a positive part in our lives. We then jump into part 2 of friendship breakups by discussion what it means to drift from a friends, balancing friendships once you get into a relationship and how and why you may want to rebuild a friendship after a breakup. Join the conversation on our socials @carchatsmonash on Instagram or Car Chats with Tess, Kat and Shaun on

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00:50:59

Does Coming Out Excuse Colton Underwood From His Past...

Car Chats with Tess, Kat & Shaun ·

2021/05/06

This week we get into the scandal surrounding former US Bachelor Colton Underwood. In his bombshell interview on Good Morning America, the former NFL player came out as gay to the surprise of the general public as well as ex-girlfriends. Furthermore, Underwood's past behaviour has raised many concerns in the public eye, with the most worrisome being his ex-partner filing a restraining order against him for alleged stalking and abusive behaviour. With Underwood's coming out interview and news of a

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00:54:10

Sex on Dating Apps and Content Moderation on Social...

Car Chats with Tess, Kat & Shaun ·

2021/04/29

On today's episode we discuss censoring and moderation of *potentially* offensive content on social media sites. Then, we unpack how dating apps have created a hookup culture which may have long term damaging effects when it comes to sex and relationships.

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00:49:25

Measuring Success and Toxic Positivity

Car Chats with Tess, Kat & Shaun ·

2021/04/22

In this episode we chat about how measuring and defining success can be difficult to understand, especially in our early 20s. Then we jump into a discussion about toxic positivity and how the #goodvibesonly mantra isn't as realistic as it seems. If you wanna see more of us outside of the show, then why not check out our socials @carchatsmonash on Instagram and Car Chats with Tess, Kat and Shaun on Facebook. Catch you next week!

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00:51:56

Khloe’s Unedited Photo ‘Scandal’ & Talking...

Car Chats with Tess, Kat & Shaun ·

2021/04/15

Hey guys! Join us this week as we unpack the recent scandal surrounding Khloe's recent unedited photo surfacing on social media; What does this say about our rights on the internet? What does it say about body image? What does it say about fame and celebrity power? Do you think it was right for her to take it down? In the second half of the show we talk boundaries: How do we establish our boundaries and what are they? What are the challenges when setting boundaries? & Differentiating boundaries

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00:50:37

'Operation Varsity Blues' and Conflict Styles

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2021/04/01

On today's episode we discuss the Netflix documentary titled 'Operation Varsity Blues'. This explores the 2019 College admissions scandal that saw over 50 people charged for conspiring to get their children into elite colleges in the US through bribery and cheating. Then, we switch gears entirely and unpack conflict management styles and how this influences relationship compatibility.If you'd like to discover your conflict style, take the quiz here:

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00:53:02

Anti-Asian Sentiment and Harry and Meghan's Interview...

Car Chats with Tess, Kat & Shaun ·

2021/03/25

In this weeks episode we're joined with our good friend Soph! We discuss the recent deadly attacks in Atlanta that sparked discussions over anti-asian sentiments and hate crimes. We then throw it back to the controversial Oprah interview with the Duke and Duchess of Sussex and the comments made about race and mental health. If you're interested in listening to what Kat mentioned about the history of anti-Asian sentiment, you can check it out here -->

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00:53:27

Gendered Violence & Inequality: #March4Justice &...

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2021/03/18

***Content/Trigger warning: the second half of this show contains discussions of rape, sexual assault, sexual harassment*** For our first episode back we're talking about the recent public outrage against gendered violence and inequality in Australia culminating in the nationwide March 4 Justice. Listen in as we discuss the march itself, the scandals and allegations surrounding Members of Parliament as well as the Australian Prime Minister's public response on the matter. Later in the show we also

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00:49:18

Fast Fashion during Christmas and the Best of Car Chats

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2020/12/22

IT'S OUR FINAL EPISODE FOR SEASON 6! Thank you for listening to Car Chats with Tess, Kat and Shaun this season. We hope you have enjoyed every minute of our weird and whacky discussions. To finish off the year, we talk about how to be ethical when purchasing gifts and the impact fast fashion can have. Then to end the year with a BANG, we reflect on the year that's been, the best, worst and future of Car Chats. Let us know if you enjoyed the show and make sure to follow us here on your podcast app

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