SMALL TALK: Who Helps Run the World (But Never Gets the Credit)? With Phoebe Saintalin
This week we explore the power behind the power - the hidden figures quietly pulling the strings in the rooms where world leaders make history (but don't call them puppeteers though… they don’t love that).
This week, I’m joined by Phoebe Saintalin Stocks, founder of Missing Perspectives and author of the brilliant new book The Right Hand. What makes this book so extraordinary is that Phoebe sat down with the real chiefs of staff to some of the most influential leaders on the planet - from Jacinda Ardern, Kamala Harris and John Howard to Nelson Mandela, Tony Blair and Julia Gillard.
In our chat, Phoebe opens up about her own career journey and how she learned just how human our world leaders really are.
Perfect content for our fellow political nerds… or if you peaked early as your Primary School Vice Captain.
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Sydney Sweeney GQ, Zohran Win & Shay Mitchell Skincare for Kids
Sydney Sweeney Has Spoken Out About Her Controversial American Eagle Jeans Ad. Zohran Mamdani has won the race to be mayor of NYC. Actress Shay Mitchell Launches ‘Rini’, A Skincare Company for Small Children. Victoria’s Inquiry into women’s pain has confirmed what we already know, the health system was built around men. The 2026 Grammy Nominations are in, here are the best surprises and shocking snubs. Tasmania compensates those convicted under homophobic laws.
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SMALL TALK: Should We Want Celebrities Political Opinions? With Shit You Should Care About
Today I am joined by Lucy Blakiston, owner of the OG Instagram news account, Shit You Should Care About, which now has over 3.4 Million followers (& I can almost bet you've shared one of their tiles on your story before).
In this episode we not only talk about the origins of content creating, online performance activism and the conflicting feelings of sometimes being the only news source for people - but we decide to tackle a big question that I have been desperately wanting to cover on Small Talk for a while now, should we expect celebrities to speak on politics??
It's a question that both Lucy and I have gone back and forth on many times over the years (and in this episode) and we are so excited to hear your thoughts.
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Julia Fox, Zohran Mamdani & Dean Lewis
Julia Fox has found herself in the middle of a heated online debate over her Halloween costume choice.
It’s time for some hope, the election for NYC Mayor is upon us - and let’s hold hands in a circle for Zohran.
Australian singer Dean Lewis has issued an apology following multiple sexual misconduct allegations.
Victoria has become the first Australian jurisdiction to pass a formal treaty with Indigenous Traditional Owners.
On a hill that seems bizarre to die on, Podcaster and Creator Hallie Batchelor is standing by her thesis that using condoms are cringey.
It's being reported that Millie Bobby Brown has reported David Harbour for bullying on the set of Stranger Things.
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SMALL TALK: What Are The Rules For Dating This Summer? With Chantelle Otten
We are joined today by the incredible sexologist, content creator and Bumble's very own dating expert, Chantelle Otten!
In this episode we chat through a few tips and tricks for those keen on dipping their toes back in the dating scene this summer. From being silly, setting up profiles to picking your pre-date playlist.
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 cultural zeitgeist that gets us all talking. We want to unpack these frivolous conversations, from new trends to relationship theories to life advice.
In an age of never-ending small talk, we want to examine how these collective thoughts affect the way we see the world. We may even reach out to a few friends and experts to weigh in.
Big Talk: Wednesday 6 AM - Last Two Weeks of Every Month
Over the past few decades, there have been news headlines so shocking that we still hear and feel their impact, such as Roe V Wade, Monica Lewinsky, Epstein, Mabo and Hillsong.
Don’t you think it’s about time you knew all the important and salacious details about the real stories that have happened that shaped our world today? Come on, I know you’re curious.
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