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Behind the luxurious displays of London's most famous department store, hundreds of women say a disturbing pattern of abuse was unfolding under Mohammad Al Fayed's leadership. We're examining the allegations against the former Harrods owner, whose public image contrasts sharply with accounts from former employees who describe a calculated system of surveillance, isolation and exploitation during his 25-year tenure. THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Buy tickets to The Mamamia Out Loud LIVE ALL OR NOTHING TOUR HERE: http://outloudlive.com.au/ GET IN TOUCH Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at [email protected] CREDITS  Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Taylah Strano  Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Flood levels look to have exceeded the devastating 2022 disaster in one region after ex-tropical cyclone Alfred dumped hundreds of millimetres of rain; Domestic violence victim-survivors and other groups bore the brunt of Australia's COVID-19 pandemic response; Former Liberal Party staffer Bruce Lehrmann has changed solicitors months before he's expected to stand trial accused of two counts of rape; A jury has completely rejected a man's claim that Disney's Moana was stolen from his story of a young surfer in Hawaii. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS  Host/Producer: Nicole Madigan Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ex tropical cyclone Alfred has left a trail of destruction across the Queensland and NSW coastline with it's impacts still being felt today, but while the wind and rain lashed the country, it also impacted Australia's upcoming election. How important are the optics of a politician during a natural disaster? As we've seen from PM's of the past, it can be make or break when it happens right before the polls open. THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Buy tickets to The Mamamia Out Loud LIVE ALL OR NOTHING TOUR HERE: http://outloudlive.com.au/ GET IN TOUCH Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at [email protected] CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alfred Update: Opposition leader Peter Dutton dealing with flooding at his own property; Millions of Australians set for welfare payments boost; US talking to four different groups on sale of TikTok' Women lack confidence when it comes to retirement funds The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS  Host/Producer: Grace Rouvray Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A confronting new 648-page report from the Australian Law Reform Commission has revealed our justice system is failing victims of sexual violence, with survivors facing systemic barriers and often experiencing re-traumatisation when seeking justice. The Albanese government has responded with a $21.4 million package, including the nationwide expansion of specialist trauma-informed sexual assault legal services that were previously only available in three states.  THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Buy tickets to The Mamamia Out Loud LIVE ALL OR NOTHING TOUR HERE: http://outloudlive.com.au/ GET IN TOUCH Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at [email protected] CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Taylah Strano  Audio Producers: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An anxious wait is almost over for millions of people after Tropical Cyclone Alfred packed a punch on a region bracing for days; Calls for an urgent review of security at Australian airports have emerged after a teenage boy allegedly forced his way onto a plane with a firearm; President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to create the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve; King Charles III has partnered with Apple Music to launch a new radio. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS  Host/Producer: Kim Braddish Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The federal government has just announced a major expansion to their Medicare urgent care clinics across the country so we asked the Health Minister what it'll mean for families across Australia.  Plus, are you one to crowdsource answers to some of the biggest (and smallest) decisions in your path? You might've tuned out your intuition.  We explore why many of us have lost touch with our gut feelings and the surprisingly simple ways we might reconnect with this underrated internal compass. THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Buy tickets to The Mamamia Out Loud LIVE ALL OR NOTHING TOUR HERE: http://outloudlive.com.au/ GET IN TOUCH Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at [email protected] CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano  Guests: The Hon. Mark Butler, Minister for Health & Aged Car Ailish Delaney, Mamamia News Writer Executive Producer: Taylah Strano  Audio Producers: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anxious communities are hunkering down as Cyclone Alfred rapidly makes its way towards northern NSW, as the premier urges residents to stay put; US President Donald Trump has issued what he’s calling a "last warning" to Hamas to release all remaining hostages held in Gaza; The economy's rate of growth picked up substantially at the end of 2024, after growing at the slowest pace since the 1990s recession, not counting the pandemic; Former US President Barack Obama reveals he was this close to joining the cast of Severence.  The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS  Host/Producer: Alix Nicholson  Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you ever caught yourself dreaming of a big long holiday during the middle of a Wednesday morning work meeting? You're not alone.  Turns out more and more Aussies are making that dream a reality - hopping on the great escape trend and setting off on a world adventure. But just how are these people extending their soujourns across the globe? And are they worried about returning to normal life when it's over? THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Buy tickets to The Mamamia Out Loud LIVE ALL OR NOTHING TOUR HERE: http://outloudlive.com.au/ GET IN TOUCH Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at [email protected] CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano  Guests: Rachel Lay, world travellerExecutive Producer: Taylah Strano  Audio Producers: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Millions along the south Queensland and northern New South Wales coastline prepare for the arrival of cyclone Alfred; A second nurse has been charged over an allegedly Semitic  threatening video; Scientists aiming to bring back the woolly mammoth say their plan is on track, after creating a new species; Jay-Z has filed a defamation lawsuit against an anonymous woman who earlier accused him of raping her when she was 13. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS  Host/Producer: Ailish Delaney Audio Producer: Thom LionBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Women's sport has found itself in the peak of the news cycle recently.   From radio host Marty Sheargold's dismissive comments about the Matilda's to not a single woman to be found on the list of the 100 highest paid athletes, one has to wonder just how exactly we view women's sport. The latest data from the office for women in sport and recreation might just have the answers.  THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Buy tickets to The Mamamia Out Loud LIVE ALL OR NOTHING TOUR HERE: http://outloudlive.com.au/ GET IN TOUCH Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at [email protected] CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano  Guests: Sarah Styles, Director at Office for Women in Sport and Recreation Executive Producer: Taylah Strano  Audio Producer: Thom LionBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anthony Albanese has left the door open to Australian troops serving in peacekeeping operations in Ukraine while President Trump has halted military aid to the region; Hamas says Israel is trying to push things back to square one as their ceasefire ends; Billions of dollars in funding will be poured into state schools to ensure no child is left behind in a bid to reduce disadvantage; A rare Banksy artwork, hand-painted by the elusive street artist and owned by Blink 182's Mark Hoppus, is heading to auction with a price estimate of up to $10.2 million.  The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS  Host/Producer: Nicole Madigan Audio Producer: Thom LionBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a move that's surprised political analysts worldwide, Donald Trump hosted Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the White House this weekend, ending in what can only be described as a shouting match.  We're unpacking what this unexpected diplomatic engagement means for the ongoing conflict. Plus, Hollywood's biggest night has delivered its verdicts – from shocking upsets to emotional speeches and fashion statements on the carpet; we've got all your Oscars analysis.  THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Buy tickets to The Mamamia Out Loud LIVE ALL OR NOTHING TOUR HERE: http://outloudlive.com.au/ GET IN TOUCH Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at [email protected] CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano  Guests: Matt Bevan, Host of ABC's America, If You're Listening podcastLaura Brodnik, Mamamia's Head of EntertainmentExecutive Producer: Taylah Strano  Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anora takes out Best Actress and Best Picture Oscars; Elon Musk welcomes his 14th child, his 4th with Neurolink exec Shivon Zilis; Health execs apologise to victims of 'wicked' doctor who took footage and pics of them without their knowledge; Baby joy for former federal staffer Brittany Higgins as she welcomes a son with husband David Sharaz The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS  Host/Producer: Grace Rouvray Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A single golden statue is yet to be handed out at the 97th Academy Awards, but Hollywood's biggest night is already drowning in controversy. From AI-enhanced performances raising ethical questions to celebrities' problematic social media histories being unearthed, and heated debates about representation, this year's ceremony has divided the entertainment industry like never before. THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Buy tickets to The Mamamia Out Loud LIVE ALL OR NOTHING TOUR HERE: http://outloudlive.com.au/ GET IN TOUCH Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at [email protected] CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy Guests: Tina Burke, Mamamia's Entertainment Editor Executive Producer: Taylah Strano  Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To some, he’s the mysterious voice behind their favourite true crime podcast (besides True Crime Conversations, of course). Others know him as ‘Casey.’ But who is Casefile's anonymous host, really? Today, we get a chance to find out a little more about him. In this chat, ‘Casey’ and Gemma talk about why he’s kept his identity a secret, how Casefile got started, the creative process behind the show, and the cases that have had the biggest impact on him. He might not tell us his real name, but we’re sharing his story. Follow True Crime Conversations  THE END BITS  Subscribe to Mamamia Buy tickets to The Mamamia Out Loud LIVE ALL OR NOTHING TOUR HERE: http://outloudlive.com.au/ CREDITS Guest: 'Casey', host of Casefile Host: Gemma Bath Producer: Tahli Blackman Audio Producer: Jacob Round GET IN TOUCH Email us at [email protected] or send us a voice note to give us feedback or suggest a case for the podcast. 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. You can also leave a comment for us on Spotify.  If any of the contents in this episode have caused distress, know that there is help available via Lifeline on 13 11 14 or Beyond Blue on 1300 22 4636. 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.

Apple says it will introduce a way for parents to share a child's age with app developers without revealing sensitive information; Initial findings from preliminary autopsies performed on Oscar-winning actor Gene Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, show there was no external trauma to either individual; Domestic violence must be recognised as a workplace and university issue, with victim-survivors experiencing a lifetime drop in earnings, employment and education; NRL superstar Nathan Cleary comments on blowback of Matilda's criticism from radio host Marty Sheargold.  The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS  Host/Producer: Ailish Delaney  Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The White Lotus has returned for season three, and speculation is already building about this season's inevitable tragedy. So who dun it? We're discussing the most compelling theories about who might not survive this luxury vacation. And while we often celebrate Australia's world-class healthcare system, why does abortion care remain such a glaring exception? We're examining the troubling reality of "abortion deserts" across our country and what these healthcare gaps mean for Australian women seeking essential reproductive care. THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Buy tickets to The Mamamia Out Loud LIVE ALL OR NOTHING TOUR HERE: http://outloudlive.com.au/ GET IN TOUCH Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at [email protected] CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Kimberley Braddish Guests: Tara Watson, Mamamia's Senior Entertainment Writer Nicole Madigan, Mamamia's Senior Writer  Executive Producer: Taylah Strano  Audio Producers: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lawyers for Lyle and Erik Menendez say California Governor Gavin Newsom has ordered the state parole board to investigate whether the brothers would pose a risk to the public if they are released; A parcel containing a common date-rape drug has led police to 6.5 tonnes of the prohibited substance; Hamas has handed over the bodies of four Israeli hostages while it waits for hundreds of Palestinian prisoners to be released by Israel in return; The 'jam wars' are heating up as Catherine, Princess of Wales shares secrets to her plum jam recipe.  The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS  Host/Producer: Alix Nicholson  Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We've been told time and time again about the physical (and side effects) of weigh loss drugs, but what about their impact on our relationships?  There's new concerns emerging about how these medications may be complicating intimate relationships. Plus, following family vlogger Ruby Franke's imprisonment for child abuse, her ex-husband Kevin has finally broken his silence on the disturbing case that shocked social media audiences worldwide. THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Buy tickets to The Mamamia Out Loud LIVE ALL OR NOTHING TOUR HERE: http://outloudlive.com.au/ GET IN TOUCH Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at [email protected] CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy  Guests: Cass Green, Mamamia's Morning EditorErin Docherty, Mamamia's Beauty & Lifestyle Editor  Executive Producer: Taylah Strano  Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Israel and Hamas have agreed to exchange the bodies of Israeli hostages for the release of hundreds of Palestinian prisoners, extending their ceasefire for now; Triple M radio host Marty Sheargold has apologised after backlash over derogatory comments about the Matildas; The Treasury Secretary has warned Australia should not impose retaliatory trade restrictions if the US enforces a tariff on steel and aluminium imports; Sydney-based singer-songwriter Go-Jo, will represent the country at Eurovision 2025 in Basel, Switzerland. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS  Host/Producer: Grace Rouvray Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The disappearance of Gabby Petito became TikTok's biggest true crime investigation of 2021, with amateur sleuths combing through her social media for clues. As Netflix revisits her case in a new documentary, we examine how social media both revolutionised and complicated the search for Gabby, and what this means for the future of missing persons investigations. Hear more about this case over on True Crime Conversations  THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here GET IN TOUCH Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at [email protected] CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy  Executive Producer: Taylah Strano  Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A regional disability provider is facing criminal charges, accused of gross negligence over the death of a young Aboriginal woman; IVF patients' personal information may have been stolen in the cyber security breach; The Vatican says Pope Francis is still critically ill as he battles double pneumonia; Wicked stars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande will perform at the 97th Academy Awards. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS  Host/Producer: Nicole Madigan Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Believe it or not, it's been a whole 20 days since we last brought you a Trumpdate.  From new tariffs to Oval Office photo ops with Elon, it's time to to break down exactly what the President has been up to in the last few weeks.  Plus, if your group chat's gone suspiciously quiet about Friday night's plans, you might be dealing with one of the seven types of flaky friends - today we investigate why last-minute cancellations have become the new normal. THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here GET IN TOUCH Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at [email protected] CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy  Guest: Amelia Lester, Mamamia's US Correspondent & Deputy Editor at Foreign Policy Magazine Executive Producer: Taylah Strano  Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Liberal staffer Bruce Lehrmann is back in court, this time accused of stealing a car; New polling data shows Labor is on track to lose the federal election; Violence against emergency doctors is reaching crisis levels; Billy Crystal says losing his LA mansion in the January wildfires was the "most difficult" experience of his life.  The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS  Host/Producer: Grace Rouvray Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last September, two-year-old Joe Massa was carried into Northern Beaches Hospital's emergency department at 7am - by 11am, he was gone. Today we investigate how a healthy toddler died from what should have been a treatable condition, and why multiple systemic failures at every level of the hospital led to this devastating outcome. THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here GET IN TOUCH Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at [email protected] CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy  Executive Producer: Taylah Strano  Audio Producers: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia's spy chief says anti-Semitic attacks are the intelligence agency's number one priority for threats to life; An attempt to wind back penalty rates has been opposed by the federal government, in a bid to protect workers' wages and rights; Australia's largest industry superannuation provider has been fined $27 million for failing to notify members of their duplicate accounts; Australian soap Neighbours is facing uncertainty once again, with Amazon reportedly pulling the plug on the show's revival. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS  Host/Producer: Taylah Strano Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This season of Married At First Sight has taken an unexpected turn, with multiple contestants quitting the show before their storylines have even begun. Does this mass exodus represent contestants finally taking back control from reality TV producers, or if it's all just part of the drama? And what about the criticism reality tv producers cop? Is any of it warranted, or is it the contestants themselves responsible for their own downfall? Let's find out.  THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Read our MAFS recaps here  GET IN TOUCH Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at [email protected] CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Kimberly Braddish  Guests: Alexandria Funnel, Cohost of That's Showbiz Baby podcast Melissa Rawson, former MAFS contestant  Executive Producer: Taylah Strano  Audio Producers: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Female barristers still face a significant gender pay gap despite the number of legal briefs given to them rising; Doctors in Victoria will no longer be muzzled from initiating voluntary assisted dying conversations with terminally ill patients under long-called-for law changes; Australia's unemployment rate edged up to 4.1 per cent in January; Actor Channing Tatum has neither confirmed nor denied dating an Aussie model after being spotted together.  The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS  Host/Producer: Alix Nicholson  Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Netflix's new series "Apple Cider Vinegar" has reignited interest in one of Australia's most notorious wellness scams - the story of Belle Gibson; the wellness influencer who claimed she cured her terminal cancer through clean eating. And as outrageous as some of the storylines in the show may be, turns out there may be more truth to them than first expected.  Today we separate fact from fiction in the Netflix series, and revisit the true story of how one woman's lies shook the foundations of the wellness industry. Listen to True Crime Conversations interview with Chanelle McAuliffe here  Read more about Apple Cider Vinegar here  THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Support independent women's media here GET IN TOUCH Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at [email protected] CREDITS Host: Claire Murphy & Taylah Strano Guest: Chelsea Hui, Writer at Mamamia  Executive Producer: Taylah Strano  Audio Producers: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Prime Minister has broken his silence on the Islamophobic attack on two women at a suburban shopping centre, almost a week after the assaults; US President Donald Trump says he won't let Elon Musk take part in any space-related government decisions; Cabinet Ministers have batted away suggestions that a recent rate cut will lead to an early election; Rapper A$AP Rocky has been found not guilty of firing a gun at a friend, avoiding prison time. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS  Host/Producer: Nicole Madigan Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Weight loss injections like Ozempic are here to stay, but with them requiring a prescription and sometimes a hefty price tag, people are wondering are the rise of gummies and patches proving to be a good alternative? Welcome to the fauxzempic revolution, a whole swathe of GLP-1 products have hit the market piquing the interest of many.  But are their claims as the holy grail alternative to real deal weight loss injections true?  THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here ENTER SUBSCRIBER GIVEAWAYS: Use code QUICKYCRUISE for 20% off a yearly subscription. Support independent women's media here GET IN TOUCH Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at [email protected] CREDITS Host: Claire Murphy  Guest: Dr Brad McKay, General Practitioner & author Fake Medicine: Exposing the Wellness Crazes, Cons And Quacks Costing Us Our Health Executive Producer: Taylah Strano  Audio Producers: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS  Host/Producer: Ailish Delaney Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's been hard to ignore the rise of romantasy and fairy smut books like ACOTAR and Fourth Wing. Across the globe more and more women are turning to written and now also audio forms of erotica to get their rocks off.   So today we investigate just why women are so turned on by words. Listen to Butter here THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Support independent women's media here GET IN TOUCH Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at [email protected] CREDITS Host: Claire Murphy & Taylah Strano Guest: Lisa Torney, Counsellor and Sex & Relationships Therapist  Executive Producer: Taylah Strano  Audio Producers: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Another child bitten by a dingo in Queensland; Mortgage holders hoping for a rate cut as Reserve Bank meet; A Melbourne teenager has received the call of lifetime joining the Matilda’s; Pop star Shakira has cancelled her Lima concert after being hospitalised.  The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS  Host/Producer: Grace Rouvray Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In case you missed it, we're prepping for bedtime from the moment we wake up in the morning.... sort of. Today, sleep expert Dr Carmel Harrington guides us through an hour-by-hour routine that could transform your relationship with rest. Plus, we discover the simple daily habits you can incorporate into your life to finally achieve that elusive perfect night's sleep. THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Want more sleep advice? Check out You Beauty here Support independent women's media here GET IN TOUCH Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at [email protected] CREDITS Host: Claire Murphy  Guest: Dr Carmel Harrington, Managing Director of Sleep For Health and Author of The Sleep Diet & The Complete Guide To A Good Night's Sleep. You can buy her books here.  Executive Producer: Taylah Strano  Audio Producers: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chelsea Football Club have provided a full back to Sam Kerr following her trial; A Melbourne man will spend nearly three decades behind bars for domestic violence turned murder; US President Donald Trump has announced plans to implement reciprocal tariffs, potentially affecting Australian exports; Lexi Minetree has been cast as Elle Woods in the upcoming Legally Blonde prequel series 'Elle' The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS  Host/Producer: Kim Braddish  Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Revenge quitting, aka the act of dramatically walking away from your job as an act of protest, is striking a chord with frustrated workers across the globe. Today we're unpacking why this workplace phenomenon is resonating with so many people, and what it reveals about modern workplace culture. Plus, we investigate the pros and cons of revenge quitting, and why career experts say it might feel good in the moment but could come back to haunt you. And Claire has a big announcement about her role on the show in 2025 and how you can get all your biggest health questions answered. Checkout Mamamia's brand new podcast BIZ here THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Support independent women's media here GET IN TOUCH Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at [email protected] CREDITS Host: Claire Murphy & Taylah Strano Guest: Michelle Battersby, Cohost of BIZ & founder of Sunroom Executive Producer: Taylah Strano  Audio Producers: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One of the two public hospital nurses under investigation over anti-Semitic comments has apologised; According to US researchers, diabetes drug Ozempic has led to improvements in some measures of alcohol use disorder; 17 years on from the apology to Stolen Generations call for change remains; US actor Kevin Spacey is facing another British lawsuit alleging sexual abuse, just over 18 months after he was cleared of all charges in a high-profile criminal trial. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS  Host/Producer: Alix Nicholson  Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Despite years of strategies and awareness campaigns, Australian schools are still grappling with how to effectively handle bullying, leaving many parents feeling helpless and frustrated. When official channels seem to fail, some parents are taking dramatic steps to protect their children - but at what cost, and is there a better way forward? Today we speak to families about their breaking points when it comes to protecting their kids from bullying, and ask what needs to change to finally address this ongoing crisis in our schools. THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Support independent women's media here GET IN TOUCH Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at [email protected] CREDITS Host: Claire Murphy Guest: Carly Dober, Director of the Australian Association of Psychologists Executive Producer: Taylah Strano  Audio Producers: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nurses subject to police probe over anti-Semitic video; High Court overturns landmark case, ruling judges cannot be sued for error; Football Australia to address Sam Kerr over leadership future as teammates back star; Women reach parity with men in 2024's top films. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS  Host/Producer: Ailish Delaney Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From ChatGPT to Gemini, AI tools are inserting themselves into every aspect of our lives. Today we're breaking down which artificial intelligence tools you can actually trust, from workplace assistants to creative generators, and why some are raising serious security concerns. And what about that one popular AI tool that's been deemed too dangerous for Australian Government devices? Let's find out what it means for the rest of us. THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Support independent women's media here GET IN TOUCH Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at [email protected] CREDITS Host: Claire Murphy Guest:  Dr Nici Sweaney, Founder and Director of Ai Her Way Executive Producer: Taylah Strano  Audio Producers: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The man accused of killing 15 year old Cassius Turvey has pleaded not guilty; New app announced to help curb number of people vaping; Donald Trump says he'll consider an exemption for Australia for new tariffs on steel and aluminium; Kanye West departs social platform X but not before dissing Taylor Swift.  The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS  Host/Producer: Nicole Madigan Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A nationwide shortage of ADHD medication is causing widespread concern, as thousands of Australians face the possibility of going without their essential prescriptions. With the new school year underway, parents are particularly worried about how this shortage could impact their children's ability to learn and focus in the classroom. Plus, the Minister for Women joins us to discuss the government's newly announced multi-million dollar women's health initiative and what it means for Australian women.  THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Support independent women's media here GET IN TOUCH Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at [email protected] CREDITS Hosts: Claire Murphy & Taylah Strano Guests: The Hon. Katy Gallagher, Minister for Women Ailish Delaney, Mamamia News Writer Executive Producer: Taylah Strano  Audio Producers: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Taylor Swift receives chilly reception at Superbowl 59; Stronger whistleblower protections could have spared vulnerable Australians from scandals like robodebt; Labor aims to advance key policies ahead of the federal election, including tax credits for renewable hydrogen and critical minerals; The federal government will cap the cost of 30 essential grocery items at major city prices in 76 remote Indigenous stores. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS  Host/Producer: Grace Rouvray Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The third instalment of Rebecca Yarros' Empyrean series has landed, and fans around the world are already sharing their wildest theories about what's next for Violet and Xaden. Today we're diving into the global phenomenon that is 'Onyx Storm', breaking down the incredible response, the most compelling fan theories, and what this means for the future of fantasy romance. THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Support independent women's media here GET IN TOUCH Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at [email protected] CREDITS Host: Claire Murphy Guest: Alyssa Kelly, co-host of the Main Character Syndrome podcast Executive Producer: Taylah Strano  Audio Producers: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Belle Gibson fooled not only her hundreds of thousands of followers, but the most prestigious book publishers in Australia, the tech giants of silicon valley and even her family and friends into believing she was something she was not: sick. If today, her name is synonymous with the weighty infamy of a notorious scam, there was a time before that, when she was celebrated as an inspiration. On this episode of Extraordinary Stories, we look at the rise of Belle Gibson. From tall tales in school drama classes to international acclaim and influence, how did Annabelle Natalie Gibson become the pinup girl for the wellness movement? Listen to part two here Listen to part three here Follow Extraordinary Stories here THE END BITS: With thanks to Bronwyn McCahon, Doctor Brad McKay and Kylie Willey  RESOURCES WE USED: The Woman Who Fooled The World by Beau Donnelly and Nick Toscano  Fake Medicine by Brad Mckay The Girl Who Conned Us All by Clair Weaver https://www.nowtolove.com.au/news/real-life/belle-gibson-the-whole-story-10129 https://www.nowtolove.com.au/news/local-news/belle-gibson-speaks-for-the-first-time-since-her-whole-pantry-controversy-13532  With thanks to Tara Brown from 60 Minutes  GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at [email protected] Need more lols, info and inspo in your ears? Find more Mamamia podcasts here... https://www.mamamia.com.au/podcasts/ CREDITS: Host: Emma Gillespie Writers: Emma Gillespie and Holly Wainwright Producers: Melanie Sauer and Emma Gillespie Audio Production: Elissa Ratliff and Madeline Joannou Executive Producer: Holly Wainwright and Elissa Ratliff 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.

Former Police Officer will learn his fate for tasering and killing a 95 year old today; US President Donald Trump announces new 'faith office' at White House; Australia kept out of prob into methanol poisoning deaths of two Aussie teens in Laos; New study says Ai could take large chunk of tasks in computer jobs.  The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS  Host/Producer: Kim Braddish  Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you ever heard of underconsumption core? The trend is set to be our new mantra in 2025, as more people embrace the art of buying less and living more mindfully. Today we explore why this anti-consumption movement is resonating so strongly, especially for those who've fallen victim to the late night online shopping binge and the pressure of constant haul culture. THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Support independent women's media here GET IN TOUCH Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at [email protected] CREDITS Host: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Taylah Strano  Audio Producers: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Donald Trump's aides defend his Gaza Strip comments; Expansion of laws as Semitic crimes ramp up; New development in child serial killer Lucy Letby's case; Gisele Bundchen welcomes third child.  The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS  Host/Producer: Alix NicholsonAudio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.