Smart, often silly and sometimes surprising. Absolutely everything is up for discussion: from pop culture to politics, body image to motherhood, feminism to fas...
Surely the tallest of poppies is the man who declares himself the Sexiest Man Alive? John Kransinski is the latest to take the title and yes, there's a strategy. Pull up a chair while we unpack exactly how something old turned into something new. Plus, bullying, phones and a teenage girl’s legacy. What actually needs to change to fulfil what’s being called Charlotte’s Wish. We discuss. And, has it been the year of the thirsty midlife woman? Bridget Jones is back, she’s dating a younger man, and at least one millennial columnist thinks "that's enough now". Support independent women's media Resources: If you or someone you know is in need of support contact help is available: Lifeline 13 11 14 Beyond Blue 1300 22 46361800RESPECT  1800 737 732 Kids Helpline 1800 55 1800 What To Listen To Next: Listen to our latest episode: We're Ready To Share Our D*ckhead List Listen: Stevie Nicks And The Hard Truth About Rivalry Listen: Kate Middleton's Face & Martha Stewart's Fortune Listen: Jessie's Great Big Mother-In-Law Dilemma Listen: Liam Payne, Jackie O & The Addict's Friend Listen to This Glorious Mess Listen to The Spill Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts The End Bits: Sign up to the Mamamia Out Loud Newsletter for all our recommendations and behind-the-scenes content in one place. Join the Month of MOVE Get $30 off a Mamamia subscription and get unlimited access to our feel-good exercise app. Head here to get a yearly subscription for just $39. What to Read: Read: Charlotte O'Brien, Corrine Lee Cheu, Dolly Everett: How many more children do we need to lose? Read: 'Wait. This film is about a crime.' A very 2024 recap of Bridget Jones’ Diary. Read: We finally know what Bridget Jones 4 is about. Read: 'A new Bridget Jones movie is coming, but Colin Firth isn't returning so I'm out.' GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Send us an email at [email protected] Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice message Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud CREDITS: Hosts: Holly Wainwright, Mia Freedman & Jessie Stephens Executive Producer: Ruth Devine Senior Producer: Emeline Gazilas Audio Production: Leah Porges Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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EXTRA: Mia Interviews Jackie O About The Addiction That Almost Ended Her
Jackie O was deep into a years-long addiction to pills and alcohol until one phone call changed her life. There’s a reason Jackie O kept her addiction to pain medication and alcohol a secret for so long: shame. But now, she wants to share her story of recovery and healing with the world and to help other people get the help they need - and so she’s sharing the hard truths of the years she spent struggling. Jackie and her best friend Gemma sit down for a searingly honest conversation with Mia Freedman about how Jackie found herself at her low point and finally had to admit her addiction to Gemma - and how Gemma got Jackie to rehab without the press finding out. This is a story about addiction and recovery, but it’s also a story of the life-saving quality of friendship. You can hear part two of Mia's conversation here. Jackie is donating the proceeds from the sale of her memoir to Odyssey House - you can learn more about them here. You can find Jackie O’s memoir, The Whole Truth, here. You can learn more about Besties - Jackie & Gemma’s project - here. And if this episode triggered anything for you and you need someone to talk to, please call Lifeline on 13 11 14. THE END BITS: Join the Month of MOVEGet $30 off a Mamamia subscription and get unlimited access to our feel-good exercise app. Head here to get a yearly subscription for just $39. Listen to more No Filter interviews here and follow us on Instagram here. Discover more Mamamia podcasts here. Feedback: [email protected] Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice message, and one of our Podcast Producers will get back to you ASAP. Rate or review us on Apple by clicking on the three dots in the top right-hand corner, click Go To Show then scroll down to the bottom of the page, click on the stars at the bottom and write a review.  CREDITS: Host: Mia Freedman You can find Mia on Instagram here and get her newsletter here. Executive Producer: Naima Brown Audio Producer: Thom Lion Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culturesBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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We're Ready To Share Our D*ckhead List
Don’t be a dickhead. Easy to say to others but, what about ourselves? Welcome to the dickhead list. Also, recommendations for your weekend including a book, a TV show and a podcast that we’re all consuming at pace. And, Holly's new rule for reading, Mia’s latest grandma angst and Jessie’s massive FOMO - our best and worst of the week. Support independent women's media What To Listen To Next: Listen to our latest episode: Stevie Nicks And The Hard Truth About Rivalry Listen: Kate Middleton's Face & Martha Stewart's Fortune Listen: Jessie's Great Big Mother-In-Law Dilemma Listen: Liam Payne, Jackie O & The Addict's Friend Listen: My Summer Vagina & Emotional Regulation Listen: The Block Dramala Listen: What It Means To Have 'Hair Freedom' Listen: The Snow Globe Theory: Why Your Conversations Feel Off Listen to Holly's Mid interview: Kasey Chambers Keeps A D*ckhead List Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts Recommendations: Mia wants you to watch The Franchise on Binge Mia wants you to read The Whole Truth by Jackie O Holly wants you to read Swan Song by Elin Hilderbrand Jessie wants you to listen to Taffy Brodesser-Akner is a Swiftocrat The End Bits: Sign up to the Mamamia Out Loud Newsletter for all our recommendations and behind-the-scenes content in one place. Join the Month of MOVE Get $30 off a Mamamia subscription and get unlimited access to our feel-good exercise app. Head here to get a yearly subscription for just $39. What to Read: Read: HOLLY WAINWRIGHT: Why we all need to write a D**khead List. GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Send us an email at [email protected] Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice message Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud CREDITS: Hosts: Holly Wainwright, Mia Freedman & Jessie Stephens Executive Producer: Ruth Devine Senior Producer: Emeline Gazilas Audio Production: Leah Porges Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Kate Middleton's Face & Martha Stewart's Fortune
Martha Stewart is a whole vibe -- which is probably why Netflix made a doc about both her and it. Trouble is, the billionaire professional homemaker, jailbird and Snoop's best friend isn't too happy with the end result... Plus, why did Kate Middleton’s face attract so much attention after a Remembrance Day service in London? Or have we just forgotten what women actually look like? And, dating as a job. The new method for singles who no longer want to be quite so... single, that boasts a scorched earth policy and some very strict criteria. Support independent women's media What To Listen To Next: Listen to our latest episode: Jessie's Great Big Mother-In-Law Dilemma Listen: My Summer Vagina & Emotional Regulation Listen: The Block Dramala Listen: What It Means To Have 'Hair Freedom' Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts The End Bits: Sign up to the Mamamia Out Loud Newsletter for all our recommendations and behind-the-scenes content in one place. Join the Month of MOVE Get $30 off a Mamamia subscription and get unlimited access to our feel-good exercise app. Head here to get a yearly subscription for just $39. What to Read: Read: One day, Martha Stewart’s billionaire boyfriend turned to her in bed and said something unforgivable. Read: On Martha Stewart’s honeymoon, she kissed a man who wasn't her husband. Read: Martha Stewart's whole life crumbled in 2004. Her best friend played a part in her downfall. Read: Armie Hammer and the 'cancelled' celebrities who rage bait their way into headlines. GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Send us an email at [email protected] Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice message Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud CREDITS: Hosts: Mia Freedman, Jessie Stephens & Amelia Lester Executive Producer: Ruth Devine Senior Producer: Emeline Gazilas Audio Production: Leah Porges Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Liam Payne, Jackie O & The Addict's Friend
Liam Payne, Jackie O and who should be held responsible for another person’s addiction. We discuss. Plus, it’s been five days but it feels like a month. In the wash-up from the American presidential election, what’s actually useful in understanding what it means for women… everywhere. And, a children’s book written by a very famous man has been pulled off the shelves all around the world. But how did it get there in the first place?  Support independent women's media What To Listen To Next: Listen to our latest episode: My Summer Vagina & Emotional Regulation Listen: Revisiting Our Conversation About Matthew Perry’s Memoir Listen: The Block Dramala Listen: Bonnie Blue & Filming Sex At Schoolies Listen to US Election: How The Hell Did Trump Win? Mia & Amelia Debrief Listen to US Election: US Election Emergency Meeting: Not Again Listen: What It Means To Have 'Hair Freedom' Listen to No Filter: Jackie-O [Part 1]: The Addiction That Almost Ended Her Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts The End Bits: Sign up to the Mamamia Out Loud Newsletter for all our recommendations and behind-the-scenes content in one place. Join the Month of MOVE Get $30 off a Mamamia subscription and get unlimited access to our feel-good exercise app. Head here to get a yearly subscription for just $39. What to Read: Read: Adrian Portelli just spent $15 million on The Block. Here's everything we know about him. Read: In 2023, Jamie Oliver became a children's book author. His second book was just pulled from shelves. Read: Trump won the US election. This is what happens now. Read: Every word of Kamala Harris' powerful concession speech. Read: Matthew Perry, Jackie O and what we want from "celebrity addicts". GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Send us an email at [email protected] Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice message Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud CREDITS: Hosts: Holly Wainwright, Mia Freedman & Jessie Stephens Executive Producer: Ruth Devine Senior Producer: Emeline Gazilas Audio Production: Leah Porges Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Smart, often silly and sometimes surprising. Absolutely everything is up for discussion: from pop culture to politics, body image to motherhood, feminism to fashion. Join Mia Freedman, Holly Wainwright and Jessie Stephens as they dissect the news and issues of the week.
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