Big Small Talk

Let’s talk about cheating and the rise of the term ‘microcheating’. Microcheating, by definition, is everything that is uncomfortable or disrespectful without actually crossing the line into physical cheating. We want to explore if this new tik tok term is just a rebrand of ‘boundaries’ and ‘emotional cheating’. Also, why do we put so much emphasis on cheating when usually it’s the behaviours leading up to that which are just as hurtful? Let us know what topics you would like us to talk about next on bigsmalltalk_pod or in the comment sectionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's time to recap the Oscars - who won, who hosted, who was snubbed and what's making headlines. The world reacts to Trump and JD Vance's tense and immature conduct when dealing with Ukraine's Prime Minister, Zelenskyy. The absurd AI video advertising 'Trump's Gaza' and decision to aid Andrew Tate. Katy Perry is going to Space thanks to Jeff Bezos. Radio talent Marty Sheargold fired over sexist commentary. ASIO warns about upcoming election interference concerns and Michelle Trachtenberg found dead at 39. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are we the way we are because of the order we were born into? That is the popular theory we want to discuss today. Are we classic eldest daughters? Have we been parentified? What about middle children? Or if there’s a big age gap? Or if your sibling needs extra attention? But it doesn’t end there! What about if sibling order theory could help us decide who we’re compatible with in dating? We could honestly talk about this for days. Let us know what topics you would like us to talk about next on bigsmalltalk_pod or in the comment sectionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In part two, we look at how Schapelle coped after her verdict, her prison conditions, the media scrutiny on her family, the mental toll it took and where is now. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fitness mogul and influencer Kayla Itsines faces backlash for the irony of her criticising the ‘sexualisation’ of the industry. Today marks 3 years since Russia invaded Ukraine, Trump has backlipped on his support and is in talks with Putin. Rihanna does a rare interview with Harpers Bazaar, opening up about her plans for new music, her businesses and motherhood. Meanwhile, her husband A$AP Rocky is found not guilty. Spanish Football coach Luis Rubiales is found guilty of sexual assault. The Hollywood Reporter faces criticism for its illustration of Blake Lively on their recent cover, as well as Ryan Reynolds for his joke at the SNL 50. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A tiktok that received hundreds of thousands of likes and shares and was reported on widely at the time asked - when women get too powerful, does the skinny trend come back? It does feel that way but is it actually true? We look into why we think it could be a little more complex than that. Let us know what topics you would like us to talk about next on bigsmalltalk_pod or in the comment sectionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Big Talk is back for 2025! Our first episode topic was a no-brainer, it's one of the most hotly contested Australian news saga's of our generation - Schapelle Corby. Schapelle was a 27 year old Australian girl who got caught at a Bali airport with 4kg of marijuana in her boogie board bag and was faced with the death penalty. Taking us back to 2005, we look at her family, her holiday plans, the imprisonment, how the trial played out and the verdict. As well as the way the Australian media was obsessive and relentless in deciding whether or not she was guilty. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kanye West and his wife reportedly headed for divorce amidst his antisemetic tirade, disgraceful Super Bowl ad and merch. Prime Minister Albanese negotiates with Trump as trade wars ramp up and new tariffs are announced. Benny Blanco and Selena Gomez interview and announce a joint album. Antoinette Latouff sues ABC for unlawful termination. Alleged assassin of United Healthcare CEO, Luigi, makes his first public statement to say thanks for the support. An explanation of why Peter Dutton is being called ‘Peggy Sue’. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A bonus episode treat! Thanks to Prime Video, we got to chat about our favourite TV show of all time, #Fleabag, and why we think Phoebe Waller-Bridge is a genius for creating the most perfectly imperfect main character. Plus, our thoughts on the #TheMarvellousMrsMaisel and her shitty husband, finding career success and falling into feminism. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

‘Pick Me Girl’ is a scathing label born online a few years ago to describe women who value male attention above anything else. We want to assess what this label is and suggest that actually, we’re all pick-me’s. It’s something ingrained in all us that we hate to admit, but it’s actually good to know and recognise. Let us know what topics you would like us to talk about next on bigsmalltalk_pod or in the comment sectionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The symbolism of Kendrick Lamar's halftime performance, Travis Kelce's comments and Taylor Swift boo'ed. Trumps announcement for US planning to 'take over' Gaza and banning transgender women from sports. Anna Paul's apology video after recent 'takedown'. Sam Kerr on trial for calling cop stupid and white. A$AP Rocky trial facing 24 years in prison. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to the first episode of Small Talk! Small Talk is a new series that allows us to contribute to other important, relevant conversations that are dominating our algorithms and group chats but aren’t necessarily a news headline. For our first episode, which aptly publishes on Sarah’s 27th birthday, we wanted to ease in by chatting about all the stress revolving around the concept of the ‘quarter-life crisis’ and re-assessing those self-imposted timelines. Let us know what topics you would like us to talk about next on bigsmalltalk_pod or in the comment sectionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We recap all the wins, news and performances from the Grammy's, give a rundown on the current polling and policies for Australia's major parties, discuss Justin Baldoni's 6-minute voice memo to Blake Lively and his new website, Trumps second week in office and Deepseek. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're back!! We unpack the New York Times exposé detailing Blake Lively being the target of an online smear campaign orchestrated by Justin Baldoni and his studios, Blake suing for sexual harassment and Justin's 400 million dollar countersuit. We also cover Trump's inauguration and executive orders, recent celebrity breakups and engagements, the TikTok ban, Meta removing fact-checking, the impact of the LA wildfires, Israel and Hamas ceasefire and Australia Day. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jay Z has been named in a civil lawsuit alongside Diddy for allegedly sexually assaulting a 13-year-old, Sabrina Carpenter and Barry Keoghan reportedly breakup, United Healthcare CEO was assassinated in broad daylight, Spotify Wrapped, South Korea’s President invoked Martial law for approx 6 hours and Alex Cooper launches new show and beverage line.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 2024 TikTok Awards, teens die from methanol poisoning in Laos, backlash from Billboard's 'Best Pop Stars of The 21st Century' list, Australian government passes social media ban, Connor McGregor found liable and Pauline Hanson.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recap of the Aria awards, government proposes social duty of care, Australian influencer family investigated for drugging one-year-old, update on Gaza, Liam Payne’s funeral and government introduces electoral reform.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In part 2, we look at the different rumours Lindy Chamberlain was subject to, her fourth child, appeals, new evidence, the media doing backflips, pop culture references and where they all are now. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Zealand protests after government introduces a bill to change the interpretation of the Treaty of Waitangi; People has announced John Krasinski as the Sexiest Man Alive for 2024, Alan Jones is charged with 24 offences and will face court in December, cinema is back with the release of Wicked and Gladiator 2, Trump’s cabinet is becoming scarier by the day, and Jake Paul fights Mike Tyson.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You have likely heard the line “A Dingo’s got my baby,” but you might not know all the details from one of Australia's most infamous news stories. It is truly one of the greatest miscarriages of justice to date. In part one, we introduce a young mother, Lindy Chamberlain, and explain what happened on the night her 9-week-old baby Azaria was taken by a Dingo while on holiday in Uluru. We then look at the gruesome trial by media that ensued, how the police failed Lindy and her family and how the actual trial unfolded. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The United States has elected Donald Trump as the next president, OnlyFans creator Bonnie Blue has visa cancelled over plan to sleep with ‘barely legal’ boys at Schoolies, three charged in relation to Liam Payne’s death, Brianna Chickenfry turns down a $12 million NDA offer to tell-all about abusive ex Zach Bryan, and the 2025 Grammy Nominations are announced.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The final days of the campaign before the US election, Margot Robbie and Tom Ackerley welcome their first child, students expelled from St Paul’s College after assault and Liberal student councilors accused of ripping up Red Zone Report, Saoirse Ronan responds to viral moment on The Graham Norton Show, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese receives flight upgrades from QANTAS, Heidi Klum’s iconic Halloween party and the Wicked premiere in Sydney.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today is election day. We will soon find out if Trump wins or if Trump decides he won! We wanted to put this together so that you can feel empowered to follow along and have your own conversations this week. We take it back to basics to outline how voting actually works in the US. We discuss the Electoral College, the two-party system, optional voting, swing states and what will happen next.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Zach Bryan and Brianna Chickenfry's messy breakup, the Menendez brothers resentencing, Stevie Nicks comments on the new wave of celebrities, the QLD election and what it means for abortion rights, Lilly Allen selling feet pics on OnlyFans, US election campaign update & Timothee Chalamet lookalike competition.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In part 2, we introduce Linda Tripp and her betrayal, FBI involvement, the President's impeachment and re-examine the media frenzy that kickstarted global slut shaming. https://www.instagram.com/bigsmalltalk_pod/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former member of One Direction, Liam Payne, has died at age 31, Elon Musk offers money to swing state voters by signing an online petition protecting the First and Second Amendment, Victoria’s Secret fashion show returns after five years, King Charles arrives in Australia and to a protest from First Nations Senator Lidia Thorpe, and the latest information on Gaza, Lebanon and Israel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to Big Talk! The series where we revisit the most shocking headlines of the past that have shaped the world we know today.In part one, we introduce President Bill Clinton and his wife Hillary, Bill's run for President, The Whitewater Investigation, the death of Vince Foster, Paula Jones’ sexual harassment case and the infamous affair between the most powerful man in the world and a 21-year-old intern, Monica Lewinsky. https://www.instagram.com/bigsmalltalk_pod/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hurricane Milton hits Florida and creators ignore evacuation orders to make content, 13 US state lawsuits are accusing TikTok of damage to children’s mental health, Riley Keough has published Lisa Marie Presley’s posthumous memoir, Missing New Zealand Father and kids are spotted for the first time in years, Netflix’s ‘Nobody Wants This’ renewed for season 2, and an alleged third assassination attempt on Donald Trump.https://www.instagram.com/bigsmalltalk_pod/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The mastermind behind the viral illegitimate Crumbl Cookie pop-up in Sydney is revealed, VP debate, Kamala on Call Her Daddy, reaction to Shawn Mendes interview with Jay Shetty, BRAT album remix track list, Menendez brothers case re-opened and update on Gaza and Lebanon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Discourse over Chappell Roan's political statements, the South Australian MP attempting to ban abortion after 28 weeks, Lana Del Rey's marriage, MONA supreme court win for the ladies lounge, Katy Perry's grand final performance, ACCC takes on Coles and Woolworths and the Menedez Brothers Netflix show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

P.Diddy charges and freak-off parties explained, Murdoch family power struggle, Secret Lives of Mormon Wives new reality TV show, attack on Lebanon's Hezbollah through exploding pagers and Australia's new fertility reportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trump's second assassination attempt, the first debate between Trump and Kamala, the best of the VMA's, the federal government announcing social media ban, Barry Keoghan on his 'unusual' relationship with his son and The Emmy's.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Katy Perry discusses her relationships on CHD and her decision to work with Dr Luke, the horrific case of Gisele Pelicot being drugged by her husband, Taylor Swift and Travis' fake breakup contract, youth incarceration and Aaron Taylor-Johnson rumoured to be single. Instagram Q+A: https://www.instagram.com/bigsmalltalk_pod/Live Show tickets: https://fane.com.au/show/cheek-live-with-hannah-ferguson/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Government partially backflips on LGBTQIA+ census exclusion, Oasis reunites 15 years later, Tamil Asylum Seeker Mano Yogalingam took his life last week after 12 years on a temporary visa, Lana Del Rey rumoured to be dating an alligator tour guide, the Paralympics, protests after Albanese Government places CFMEU into administration and Harry Garside speaks on toxic masculinity. LIVE SHOW TICKETS: https://fane.com.au/show/cheek-live-with-hannah-ferguson/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/bigsmalltalk_pod/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bennifer calls it quits again, the Democratic National Convention, Chappell Roan faces backlash for calling out ‘creeps’, Swillhouse group under fire for misconduct, Sabrina Carpenter's new album and Emmy’s stand by Palestinian journalist Bisan’s nomination. https://www.instagram.com/bigsmalltalk_pod/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Five people have been charged in connection with the death of Matthew Perry, Peter Dutton argues humanitarian visas should not be granted to Palestinians, Love Island’s Molly Mae and Tommy Fury breakup, gambling reform, the Australian Logies and the latest on the ‘It Ends With Us’ cast drama.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australian Olympic breakdancer RayGun goes viral, speculation that 'It Ends With Us' stars Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni are feuding, Tim Walz announced as Kamala Harris' VP pick, Taylor Swift shows in Vienna cancelled and Linda Reynolds sues Brittany Higgins. Submit for Q+A and follow on Instagram and TikTokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Female boxer Imane Khelif has been the subject of misinformation and gender wars at the Paris Olympics, Billie Eilish Guess remix with Charli XCX described as ‘predatory’, UK experiences anti-immigration riots from the far-right, Halsey calls out fans for bullying, United States and Russia prisoner exchange and Brooke Schofield racist tweets resurface.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

from Snoop Dogg to the Matildas, all of the updates you need from the Paris 2024 Olympic games, the Sunday Times article on the world’s most famous TradWife: Ballerina Farm, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with a standing ovation from US Congress, Elon Musk deadnames his daughter in an X interview with Jordan Peterson, and Nine Newspaper journalists strike for better pay and working conditions. Submit your Q+A questions here: https://www.instagram.com/bigsmalltalk_pod/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Joe Biden withdraws from the Presidential race, endorsing Kamala Harris, Adidas drops Bella Hadid, the International Court of Justice says Israel’s occupation of Palestine is illegal, Charli XCX and Lorde speak to Billboard about their collab, Labor cuts ties with the CFMEU, Tenacious D ends their tour and the Crowdstrike outage that stopped the world. Submit your Q+A questions here: https://www.instagram.com/bigsmalltalk_pod/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trump shot at a Republican rally in an assassination attempt, Project 2025 explained, Podcaster Madeleine Argy posts a TikTok tell-all exposing rapper Central Cee and Ice Spice, Clinton Kane responds to Brooke Schofield, Israel strikes designated safe zone in Gaza, Alec Baldwin manslaughter trial abandoned and Bill Shorten attempts to have sex services removed from the National Disability Insurance Scheme. Submit your Q+A questions HERESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

UK Election results in landslide victory for Labor, Podcaster Brooke Schofield has dragged her ex Clinton Kaine during a 14-part TikTok series, curfew implemented in Alice Springs, Justin Bieber comes out of retirement to perform a 30-minute set for $10 million at a billionaires wedding, Sydney house fire sees father charged with triple homicide of his children, Rolling Stone article maps the link between Hannah Montana inspiring a generation of pop musicSubmit your Q+A questions here: https://www.instagram.com/bigsmalltalk_pod/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The United States had it’s first presidential debate between Joe Biden and Donald Trump, a Supreme Court ruling has been handed down which gives presidential immunity against criminal prosecution for ‘official acts’, the Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders are the stars of a new Netflix docu-series, Senator Fatima Payman is expelled from the Labor Party caucus for crossing the floor on Palestinian statehood, Paris Hilton testifies to US congress and shares her traumatic experience as an institutionalised teenager, coercive control is law in New South Wales and Huak Twah girl has been found and is now capitalising on her newfound fame. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin Timberlake was arrested for a DUI by a 23-year-old policeman who didn’t recognise him, Julian Assange walked free after agreeing to plead guilty, Katy Perry dragged online after teasing a snippet of a new song, an amendment was made to the vaping ban, Travis Kelce performed at the Era’s Tour and Duttons nuclear power plans. Submit your Q+A questions here: https://www.instagram.com/bigsmalltalk_pod/article from Q+ASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Charli XCX’s album release and Matty Healy’s engagement reignite discussion around Taylor Swift, Robert Irwin threatens to sue Pauline Hanson’s One Nation Party, Armie Hammer responds to allegations of cannibalism, support for far-right parties grow in the European Union election and labiaplasty is one of the fastest growing cosmetic procedures.Follow us on Instagram to send in your thoughts, feedback and questions: https://www.instagram.com/bigsmalltalk_pod/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

274 Palestinians killed by Israel as four hostages freed, Sabrina Carpenter hard launches Barry Keoghon in music video for her new single, Unions fight to scrap junior award rates, the ‘real Martha’ from Baby Reindeer sues Netflix and Richard Gadd for defamation, the Australian Government launches first anti-vaping campaign and Taylor Swift backs Lady Gaga following pregnancy rumours. Follow us on Instagram to send in your thoughts, feedback and questions:https://www.instagram.com/bigsmalltalk_pod/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former President Donald Trump found guilty on 34 criminal charges, Jennifer Lopez cancels her upcoming tour amid a series of failed projects, Bruce Lehrmann appeals his failed defamation case, Maya Hawke speaks on nepotism, Federal Government blocks a motion recognising Palestinian statehood and Kanye West is sued for sexual harassment by his former assistant. This week, we recommended a number of impactful actions to show your support for Palestinians including this OXFAM petition calling for a ceasefire, this rotating GoFundMe for Gazans, UNRWA, UNICEF, and the UN Women Gaza Crisis Appeal fundraisers for any money you may be in a position to donate. We also mentioned sending an email to your local member of parliament. Amnesty International has an MP search function and template email you can send today. Follow us on Instagram to send in your thoughts, feedback and questions:https://www.instagram.com/bigsmalltalk_pod/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Governments push to ban kids on social media, TikTok debates if Billie Eilish and Taylor Swift are feuding, News Corp signs a content deal with ChatGPT, financial analysts and corporations decide if Ozempic will become ‘the new normal’ and the International Court of Justice orders Israel to stop its military offensive in Rafah.https://www.instagram.com/bigsmalltalk_pod/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ICC seeks arrest warrants of Israeli Prime Minister and HAMAS leaders, Australian Fashion Week online debate, breakdown of the 2024 budget, P.Diddy assaulting ex girl friend video leaked, Australian whistleblower jailed for uncovering war crimes and NFL kicker Harrison Butker's speech.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Queensland Police fire every member of First Nations Advisory Group, Hailey and Justin Bieber announce pregnancy, Sydney council bans same-sex parenting book, Piers Morgan interviews “the real Martha” from Baby Reindeer as she threatens to sue Netflix, Treasurer Jim Chalmers indicates the 2024 Federal Budget will be aimed at mothers, and are you partaking in #Blackout2024?https://www.instagram.com/bigsmalltalk_pod/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.