Mamamia Out Loud

It’s Oscars Day, aka Christmas for people who like celebrity gossip and frocks. Holly Wainwright, Clare Stephens and Amelia Lester have a chaotic recap for you, including whether Leo stole Pedro’s moustache, the jokes that landed and the ones that flopped, and why justice was served in the Best Actor face-off.
Plus, Louis Theroux has gone Inside the Manosphere for a new Netflix documentary, and there’s a lot to unpack. Are these men dangerous, or just shoddy salesmen looking for a mark? And while we’re at it, is Louis a little outplayed in the 'everything is content' era?
And, are you a 'reply only' friend? We’re looking at the friendship dynamic where one person does all the heavy lifting while the other just reacts to the blue bubbles. Is it a problem if you’re the one who replies, but never reaches out?
In other business, there is a literal culture war bubbling over whether being on The Pill decides which movie star you fancy. Elon Musk thinks it’s science, but we have some actual data (and common sense) to throw at that theory.
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All the best looks from the 2026 Oscars red carpet.
The top 14 Louis Theroux documentaries of all time. Ranked.
How to lose an Oscar in 10 days.
'I've been teaching for 12 years. I've never seen boys behave like this.'
'I texted my friend to catch up in the new year. Her reply made my heart sink.'
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The Oscars is two days away, and while experts predict with data, Mamamia Out Loud predicts with vibes. From naked afterparty guests to the high-stakes battle between Michael B. Jordan and Timothée Chalamet, Holly Wainwright, Clare Stephens, and Em Vernem are placing their bets and asking an important industry question - will Lewis Hamilton use this as a moment for a Kim K hard launch?
Plus, the "boyboss" era is over and crying at work is officially encouraged, which is lucky. Emily shares her first Mamamia cry while Holly would still rather die than leak from the eyes. Is crying now a valid form of corporate communication, or just a sign that your workplace is the problem?
Also, are you treating your morning like an “Opening Shift”? The theory leans into a morning that’s all about setting up for the day. Em’s into it, with her early-morning doomscroll and home-brewed coffee under her belt. Clare has a toddler, so her morning’s are… enough said, and Holly has left that chaos era behind. But the question remains - is the snooze button your friend or your enemy?
Plus, the allure of the bald man and the happiest place on the Internet that celebrates them. And… recommendations:
Em recommends How to get to heaven from Belfast on Netflix.
Clare recommends The Death of Us by Abigail Dean
Holly recommends Harry Styles. One night in Manchester on Netflix.
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How to recover from a massive, ugly, work cry.
'I'm a night owl who wakes up at 4:30am every day. This is how I do it.'
'I spend an hour on Instagram': 6 women share exactly what their morning routine looks like.
This new Netflix show is a mix between 'Derry Girls' and 'Only Murders in the Building'.
Harry Styles refuses to repeat himself. On his fourth album, that's the whole point.
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CREDITS:
Hosts: Emily Vernem, Clare Stephens & Holly Wainwright
Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine
Executive Producer: Sasha Tannock
Audio Producer: Leah Porges
Video Producer: Josh Green
Junior Content Producer: Tessa Kotowicz
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Outlouders, your usual Friday dose of Mamamia Out Loud will drop this afternoon but for now, here's a lil' treat from us to you. Enjoy.

She’s 10 days on. She’s splitting her time and her heart between home and hospital, and she wants to share her story with you, Outlouders.
Our beloved co-host Jessie Stephens gave birth to her boy-girl twins last week, earlier than hoped, and became a mum all over again. There will be so many of you who’ll relate to this story of terror-tinged joy, who will recognise the awe and exhaustion in Jessie’s voice, and who will want to send her so much love as she and her little family find their way through a new normal.
Jessie’s rock, her twin sister Clare Stephens as well as Emily Vernem and Holly Wainwright are asking the questions:. How much time did she get “off” before the babies came? What was the first thing that happened when they did? How is Luna? How is Luca? Can she finally eat chocolate again? And how is she staying sane and hopeful? A very special episode.
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What to read:
JESSIE STEPHENS: On being pregnant with twins. As a twin. With twin brothers.
CLARE STEPHENS: 'I did everything to avoid a traumatic birth. Then I had one.'
'I was 3 days postpartum and holding my son. Then a nurse said 5 words that broke me.'
'I was home alone when I went into sudden labour. I'll never forget what happened 40 minutes later.'
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Mia is late to the party. Despite “Let Them” being (one of) her Words Of The Year last year, she is finally listening to the Mel Robbins audio book — and she has thoughts.
In this episode, Mia and Amelia unpack the complicated art of female friendships. From the 'scatterings' of marriage and kids to the isolation of running a business, is the secret to staying connected actually just... loosening your grip?
But, while Mia is feeling a “massive unclenching”, Amelia is asking whether 'let them' is just a fancy way of being a passive friend?
Plus, the '3-Word Rule' that might actually save your friendship.
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The 'let them' theory has changed more than 2 million people's lives.
The 'let them' theory changed 2 million people's lives. The 'who says' theory is the easy alternative.
'I tried the "Let Them Theory" on my kids... Here's what happened.'
'I asked my friends to give me a performance review. They said, "No".'
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This morning we got a great example of a sensitive, complicated pregnancy announcement in a surprising place. Today Show host Sarah Abo and her offsider, one Karl Stefanovic, shared stories of miscarriage and fertility struggles that you just would not have heard on mainstream morning telly a few years back. So we’re unpacking the politics of public pregnancy news in 2026.
Plus, Gwyneth Paltrow is selling her stuff and we want to bid. Meghan Markle is coming to do a fancy retreat in Australia and we want to go. And Kyle Sandilands says he did nothing wrong and we want to know what’s really going on over at ARN.
And, Gen Z men are more likely to believe a wife should "obey" her husband than their fathers ever were. It’s a grim stat, but Amelia, Holly and Clare have some suggestions about how to make equal partnerships more appealing to young men, including something called “choreplay”.
Plus, the world’s most popular p*rn site has officially blocked Australia. Of course, just like the men in your life, none of us would know anything about that.
Also, we have an update on the seven Iranian soccer players granted asylum on our shores.
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Listen: Beckham, Meghan & Jessie's Hospital Voice Note
Listen: How To Talk To Absolutely Anyone
Listen: Mia Enters The 'Working Mums' Chat
Listen: Inside The Fight That Ended Kyle & Jackie O
Listen: Love Story Part 2: Jackie O, The Kennedys & That Fight Scene
Listen: Uninvited Princesses & The Dating Story We're Yearning For
Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts
Discover more Mamamia Podcasts here including the very latest episode of Parenting Out Loud, the parenting podcast for people who don't listen to... parenting podcasts.
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'Australia's been blocked from Pornhub. As a sex expert, I think we're getting this wrong.'
The one demand that Gwyneth Paltrow made as a child that surprised her mother.
Everyone's watching Jackie O's next move. Enter Meghan Markle.
Five Iranian footballers risked everything on the Gold Coast. Australia just stepped in.
'This is devastating.' Kyle Sandilands just issued a statement on his KIIS exit and Jackie O fallout.
'The one question I wish people would stop asking me about my baby.'
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