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Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily. On top of The Quicky team bringing you a daily deep dive on one topic that has captured your attention along with the morning news headlines, we also update you each afternoon from 5pm with the evening headlines. If you have a topic you would like us to look into further, email [email protected] with your story suggestions. CREDITS Host: Kally Borg Audio Producer: Tegan Sadler Subscribe to MamamiaBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia is closing in on the referendum that could change the constitution and establish an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Voice to Parliament. The referendum is going to be held on Saturday October 14th, where Australians will be given the opportunity to vote on enshrining recognition of First Nations people in our constitution. But while the idea of a First Nations body speaking directly to government might be a first for Australia, it’s far from a first for the world. There are a number of other countries who have representative bodies and mechanisms built into their governments, some for a really long time, including in Aotearoa New Zealand. So, how do those systems work? And what lessons can we learn from them? Today, we’re going to take a deep dive into how some countries have built First Nations recognition into their parliaments – and how effective they’ve been. Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at [email protected] CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] CREDITS Host: Elfy Scott With thanks to: Professor Dominic O'Sullivan Producer: Elfy Scott Executive Producer: Kally Borg Audio Producer: Thom LionBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily. On top of The Quicky team bringing you a daily deep dive on one topic that has captured your attention along with the morning news headlines, we also update you each afternoon from 5pm with the evening headlines. If you have a topic you would like us to look into further, email [email protected] with your story suggestions. CREDITS Host: Isabella Ross Audio Producer: Tegan Sadler Subscribe to MamamiaBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2023 has been the year of the celebrity breakup. Taylor Swift and Joe Alwyn, Ariana Grande and Dalton Gomez, and most recently, Sophie Turner and Joe Jonas. But have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes of these relationship breakdowns? Who writes those 'shared statements' some chose to post on their Instagram - always declaring a mutual decision and promising to always love one another? In this episode of The Quicky we take a look behind the curtain to see the machine that is the PR spin doctors, ensuring their clients look good during their most challenging times. Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at [email protected] CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] CREDITS Host: Elfy Scott With thanks to: Nina Irani Surya - President of UniqueSpeak Voice actors have been used in some parts of this episode Producer: Elfy Scott Executive Producer: Kally Borg Audio Producer: Thom LionBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily. On top of The Quicky team bringing you a daily deep dive on one topic that has captured your attention along with the morning news headlines, we also update you each afternoon from 5pm with the evening headlines. If you have a topic you would like us to look into further, email [email protected] with your story suggestions. CREDITS Host: Isabella Ross Audio Producer: Tegan Sadler Subscribe to MamamiaBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Housing Australia Future Fund was one of the Albanese Government's key policies, and it's about to pass Parliament later this week. The goal of the new legislation is to ease pressures of Australia's housing crisis. In this episode of The Quicky, we take a look at why the Green's held off their support for so long, what the new legislation will mean for everyday Aussies struggling with the cost of housing and what exactly is included in the Housing Future Fund. Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at [email protected] CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] CREDITS Host: Elfy Scott With thanks to: Doctor Chris Martin - Senior Research Fellow in the City Futures Research Centre at The University Of New South Wales Producer: Elfy Scott Executive Producer: Kally Borg Audio Producer: Thom LionBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily. On top of The Quicky team bringing you a daily deep dive on one topic that has captured your attention along with the morning news headlines, we also update you each afternoon from 5pm with the evening headlines. If you have a topic you would like us to look into further, email [email protected] with your story suggestions. CREDITS Host: Isabella Ross Audio Producer: Tegan Sadler Subscribe to MamamiaBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recently AHPRA (the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency) announced it's cracking down on the cosmetic surgery industry to include non-surgical procedures like Wrinkle Relaxers and Fillers. In this episode of The Quicky, we look into what the news rules and regulations look like, why it's needed and whether it will impact your ability to get your regular filler appointment. Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at [email protected] CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] CREDITS Host: Claire Murphy With thanks to: Dr Christopher Rudge - Law Lecturer at the University of Sydney, has previously conducted a major review of the scope of disciplinary powers exercisable by the NSW Medical Regulator under the relevant health practitioner law. Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Kally Borg Audio Producer: Thom LionBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily. On top of The Quicky team bringing you a daily deep dive on one topic that has captured your attention along with the morning news headlines, we also update you each afternoon from 5pm with the evening headlines. If you have a topic you would like us to look into further, email [email protected] with your story suggestions. CREDITS Host: Isabella Ross Audio Producer: Tegan Sadler Subscribe to MamamiaBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last last week it was revealed that Danny Masterson, the former That 70's Show actor, had been sentenced to a minimum of 30 years in prison for the rape of two women in the early 2000's. The case began in 2017 and had since been through a mistrial, character references from famous friends, accusations of pressure from the Church of Scientology. In this episode of The Quicky, we unpack the Danny Masterson case from start to finish. Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at [email protected] CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] CREDITS Host: Claire Murphy With thanks to: Voice actors have been used in some parts of this episode Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Kally Borg Audio Producer: Thom LionBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily. On top of The Quicky team bringing you a daily deep dive on one topic that has captured your attention along with the morning news headlines, we also update you each afternoon from 5pm with the evening headlines. If you have a topic you would like us to look into further, email [email protected] with your story suggestions. CREDITS Host: Kally Borg Audio Producer: Thom Lion Subscribe to MamamiaBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last week an inquiry began in NSW, with tearful evidence from a woman named Naomi Bowden, who recalled the treatment she received at Wollongong Hospital after the stillbirth of her baby Bella more than a decade ago. In her written submission, she had described how she felt when police took her baby’s body from her after being forced to identify her newborn, how the baby had been placed on her chest floppy, white and unresponsive despite what had appeared to be a textbook pregnancy, how weeks later at an appointment, staff questioned her about where her baby was, overworked nurses not having the time to read through her notes. This is the first of thousands of submissions to the inquiry regarding a phenomena known as birth trauma, sometimes referred to as obstetric violence or obstetric rape, where women have had experiences during labour that have left them scarred physically, mentally and emotionally. Today, the Quicky team looks at how this inquiry hopes to change things and how the truth telling will not be easy. Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at [email protected] CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] CREDITS Host: Claire Murphy With thanks to: Sophie Walker - Host of the Australian Birth Stories Podcast Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Kally Borg Audio Producer: Jacob RoundBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily. On top of The Quicky team bringing you a daily deep dive on one topic that has captured your attention along with the morning news headlines, we also update you each afternoon from 5pm with the evening headlines. If you have a topic you would like us to look into further, email [email protected] with your story suggestions. CREDITS Host: Isabella Ross Audio Producer: Madeline Joannou Subscribe to MamamiaBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One year ago, the world woke to the news of Queen Elizabeth's death. In the aftermath, there was speculation about the potential repercussions. Some predicted that this could mark the beginning of the end for the British monarchy. Others said it might serve as a catalyst to establish a republic in Australia and that other Commonwealth countries might also pursue their independence. In this episode of The Quicky, we take a look at the past 365 days with King Charles on the throne, whether his reign has had a positive or negative impact on the Royal Family and what the experts think will happen next. Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at [email protected] CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] CREDITS Host: Claire Murphy With thanks to: Holly Wainwright - Executive Editor at Mamamia, Co-Host of Mamamia Outloud, The Quicky's Resident Royal Expert Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Kally Borg Audio Producer: Tegan SadlerBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily. On top of The Quicky team bringing you a daily deep dive on one topic that has captured your attention along with the morning news headlines, we also update you each afternoon from 5pm with the evening headlines. If you have a topic you would like us to look into further, email [email protected] with your story suggestions. CREDITS Host: Isabella Ross Audio Producer: Madeline Joannou Subscribe to MamamiaBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last year a new app launched in Australia that promised unbeatable deals from Chinese manufacturers. Initially luring users with enticing offers and cash incentives, but Temu's shine began to fade after a number of customer complaints about the products, customer service & cyber security issues. In this episode of The Quicky, we take a look at Temu's ownership, product range and ethical concerns surrounding its business model. We also speak to cybersecurity expert Paul Haskell-Dowland about how consumers should approach Temu. Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at [email protected] CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] CREDITS Host: Claire Murphy With thanks to: Paul Haskell-Dowland - Professor of Cybersecurity Practice at Edith Cowan University Voice actors have been used in some parts of this episode Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Kally Borg Audio Producer: Thom LionBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily. On top of The Quicky team bringing you a daily deep dive on one topic that has captured your attention along with the morning news headlines, we also update you each afternoon from 5pm with the evening headlines. If you have a topic you would like us to look into further, email [email protected] with your story suggestions. CREDITS Host: Isabella Ross Audio Producer: Madeline Joannou Subscribe to MamamiaBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

50 years ago a woman was taken hostage in a bank and had her life under threat for 6 full days. When she was finally released with her fellow hostages she was acting differently to the way many thought she should. She was angry at police for putting her life in danger during negotiations. This led to a term that remains controversial to this day...Stockholm Syndrome. In this episode of The Quicky, we find out if Stockholm Syndrome actually exists and what happens to someone who finds themselves threatened and at the same time befriending the person who has put them in harms way. Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at [email protected] CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] CREDITS Host: Claire Murphy With thanks to: Dr Karen Williams - A Consultant Psychiatrist Who Treats Patients Who Have Suffered Complex Trauma Voice actors have been used in some parts of this episode Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Kally Borg Audio Producer: Thom LionBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily. On top of The Quicky team bringing you a daily deep dive on one topic that has captured your attention along with the morning news headlines, we also update you each afternoon from 5pm with the evening headlines. If you have a topic you would like us to look into further, email [email protected] with your story suggestions. CREDITS Host: Isabella Ross Audio Producer: Thom Lion Subscribe to MamamiaBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Burning Man Festival in the US is known for its barren, dry landscape, the outrageous outfits and art, and now, pouring rain that has turned the dusty ancient lake floor, into a sticky, muddy, mess. But while the festival attendees are waiting to see when they will be allowed to dig out their vehicles and get out of there, rumours are spreading that a deadly disease is making its way through the makeshift city. Today we look into the conspiracy theories doing the rounds at Burning Man and how they have managed to spread like wildfire, even in the rain. Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at [email protected] CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] CREDITS Host: Claire Murphy With thanks to: Matt Novak - Senior Contribute at Forbes and the founder of the Paleo Future website Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Kally Borg Audio Producer: Thom LionBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily. On top of The Quicky team bringing you a daily deep dive on one topic that has captured your attention along with the morning news headlines, we also update you each afternoon from 5pm with the evening headlines. If you have a topic you would like us to look into further, email [email protected] with your story suggestions. CREDITS Host: Isabella Ross Audio Producer: Madeline Joannou Subscribe to MamamiaBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A few months ago, an Australian woman underwent brain surgery. What the surgeons discovered was a world first...a parasite living in her brain. So how does a parasitic worm end up in your brain? The experts say it came from a carpet python, but she'd never been in contact with one. In this episode of The Quicky, we take a look at exactly how this worm ended up living and infecting a human brain and find out whether we need to be concerned about another case of animal to human transfer. Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at [email protected] CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] CREDITS Host: Claire Murphy With thanks to: Dr Sanjaya Senananyaka - Infectious Disease Expert, Associate Professor at the Australian National University Medical School and College of Health and Medicine. He also co-authored the journal article about this case here. Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Kally Borg Audio Producer: Thom LionBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily. On top of The Quicky team bringing you a daily deep dive on one topic that has captured your attention along with the morning news headlines, we also update you each afternoon from 5pm with the evening headlines. If you have a topic you would like us to look into further, email [email protected] with your story suggestions. CREDITS Host: Isabella Ross Audio Producer: Thom Lion Subscribe to MamamiaBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Wednesday we saw the Prime Minister Anthony Albanese officially announce the date Aussies will head to the polls to vote on The Voice To Parliament. The Voice discussion has left many Australians confused. What does it do? What can it potentially become? Will it make a difference? Why do so many First Nations people oppose it? In this episode of The Quicky we speak to the Prime Minister himself to see if we can finally get clarification on the questions we've been wanting to know about The Voice To Parliament. Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at [email protected] CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] CREDITS Host: Claire Murphy With thanks to: Prime Minister Anthony Albanese Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Kally Borg Audio Producer: Thom Lion & Tegan SadlerBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily. On top of The Quicky team bringing you a daily deep dive on one topic that has captured your attention along with the morning news headlines, we also update you each afternoon from 5pm with the evening headlines. If you have a topic you would like us to look into further, email [email protected] with your story suggestions. CREDITS Host: Kally Borg Audio Producer: Thom Lion Subscribe to MamamiaBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, outgoing Qantas boss Alan Joyce and Jetstar CEO Steph Tully were questioned by a Senate enquiry about the Australian airline market, skyrocketing airfares, flight cancellations and unused pandemic credits. We learned that Qantas and Jetstar were holding on to close to $500 million of our unused flight credits, that all have an expiration of December 31 this year. In this episode of The Quicky we find out why airfares are still so high, and just why haven't we all cashed in our flight credits. For more information on how to use your Qantas credits, Jetstar credits or Virgin credits. Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at [email protected] CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] CREDITS Host: Claire Murphy With thanks to: Robyn Ironside - Aviation Reporter for The Australian Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Kally Borg Audio Producer: Jacob RoundBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily. On top of The Quicky team bringing you a daily deep dive on one topic that has captured your attention along with the morning news headlines, we also update you each afternoon from 5pm with the evening headlines. If you have a topic you would like us to look into further, email [email protected] with your story suggestions. CREDITS Host: Isabella Ross Audio Producer: Tegan Sadler Subscribe to MamamiaBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A few weeks ago Spain won the FIFA Women's World Cup. But sadly, that's not the story that's been reported around the world in its wake. During the celebrations, The President of Spanish Football Luis Rubiales kissed player Jennifer Hermoso on the lips. It caused outrage everywhere. Rubiales said it was consensual, Hermoso, however, has said she did not consent. There have been calls for Rubiales to step down from his role, to which he has refused. In this episode of The Quicky, we look at the kiss that started a conversation about the treatment of women in Spain, Spanish culture more broadly and we find out how far a federation will go to protect one of its own. Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at [email protected] CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] CREDITS Host: Claire Murphy With thanks to: Lavender Baj - Sports Journalist and Host of The Sport And Spice Podcast Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Kally Borg Audio Producer: Thom LionBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily. On top of The Quicky team bringing you a daily deep dive on one topic that has captured your attention along with the morning news headlines, we also update you each afternoon from 5pm with the evening headlines. If you have a topic you would like us to look into further, email [email protected] with your story suggestions. CREDITS Host: Isabella Ross Audio Producer: Madeline Joannou Subscribe to MamamiaBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last week, a breakthrough in the unsolved murder of former AC/DC manager Crispin Dye, who was killed in 1993 in what was a presumed gay hate crime, made headlines around the country. The investigation is part of an inquiry unfolding in NSW that's looking into gay and transgender hate crimes and how they've been handled by police. In this episode of The Quicky, we take a look at the inquiry, what it's already uncovered and what it hopes to dig up next. Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at [email protected] CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] CREDITS Host: Elfy Scott With thanks to: Dr Justin Ellis - Senior Lecturer in Criminology at the Newcastle School of Law and Social Justice Brent Mackie - Director of Policy Strategy and Research at ACON, a HIV and LGBTQIA+ Health Organisation in NSW Producer: Elfy Scott Executive Producer: Kally Borg Audio Producer: Jacob RoundBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily. On top of The Quicky team bringing you a daily deep dive on one topic that has captured your attention along with the morning news headlines, we also update you each afternoon from 5pm with the evening headlines. If you have a topic you would like us to look into further, email [email protected] with your story suggestions. CREDITS Host: Gia Moylan Audio Producer: Madeline Joannou Subscribe to MamamiaBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Late last week India celebrated as it became the fourth country to land on the moon. It was an unmanned mission, with two robots deploying onto the moons surface. But it's the where and why that's raising some questions. India landed on the moon's rocky south pole - the first nation to do so, to study orbit, atmosphere and resources like lunar ice. In this episode of The Quicky, we take a look at the moon, what’s on it, and why space agencies around the world are racing to get there first. Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at [email protected] CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] CREDITS Host: Elfy Scott With thanks to: Professor Andrew Dempster - Director of the Australian Centre for Space Engineering Research in the school of electrical engineering and telecommunications and the University of New South Wales. Producer: Elfy Scott Executive Producer: Kally Borg Audio Producer: Thom LionBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily. On top of The Quicky team bringing you a daily deep dive on one topic that has captured your attention along with the morning news headlines, we also update you each afternoon from 5pm with the evening headlines. If you have a topic you would like us to look into further, email [email protected] with your story suggestions. CREDITS Host: Isabella Ross Audio Producer: Madeline Joannou Subscribe to MamamiaBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bradley Cooper has caused some controversy this week. The trailer for his latest movie Maestro, where he plays the famous conductor Leonard Berstein, showcases Cooper wearing a prosthetic nose in a bid to make him appear more like Bernstein...or, as many people have complained, more jewish. In this episode of The Quicky, we take a look at why people are so outraged by the choice to give Cooper prosthetics and where we should be drawing the line when it comes to actors playing characters from minority groups that they don't belong to. Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at [email protected] CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] CREDITS Host: Elfy Scott With thanks to: Lauren Rosewarne - Associate Professor at the school of social and political sciences at the University of Melbourne. Producer: Elfy Scott Executive Producer: Kally Borg Audio Producer: Thom LionBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily. On top of The Quicky team bringing you a daily deep dive on one topic that has captured your attention along with the morning news headlines, we also update you each afternoon from 5pm with the evening headlines. If you have a topic you would like us to look into further, email [email protected] with your story suggestions. CREDITS Host: Grace Rouvray Audio Producer: Thom Lion Subscribe to MamamiaBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Lucy Letby was sentenced to spend the rest of her life in prison after being convicted of killing seven newborns and attempting to kill six others. The 33 year old nurse is now known as one of the worst serial killers in modern history. In this episode of The Quicky we take a look at how this horrible tragedy happened and if we need to learn any lessons from Letby's crimes. *Warning: This episode may contain disturbing descriptions of Letby's crimes, so please listen with caution. Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at [email protected] CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] CREDITS Host: Elfy Scott With thanks to: Dr Michael Kennedy - Associate Professor of Criminology and Policing at The University of New England, Former NSW Police Detective Producer: Elfy Scott Executive Producer: Kally Borg Audio Producer: Thom LionBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily. On top of The Quicky team bringing you a daily deep dive on one topic that has captured your attention along with the morning news headlines, we also update you each afternoon from 5pm with the evening headlines. If you have a topic you would like us to look into further, email [email protected] with your story suggestions. CREDITS Host: Isabella Ross Audio Producer: Tegan Sadler Subscribe to MamamiaBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You've probably come across a child influencer or two while scrolling through social media. Some have millions of followers...and in that world, followers usually equals money. But where is the money these children earn actually going? A new law was passed in the US this week to protect child influencers and ensure kids featured in social media videos are paid for their influencing work. In this episode of The Quicky, we take a look at those laws to see if our Aussie influencer kids are also being adequately protected. Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at [email protected] CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] CREDITS Host: Elfy Scott With thanks to: Catherine Archer - Researcher and Senior Lecturer at Edith Cowan University Producer: Elfy Scott Executive Producer: Kally Borg Audio Producer: Thom LionBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily. On top of The Quicky team bringing you a daily deep dive on one topic that has captured your attention along with the morning news headlines, we also update you each afternoon from 5pm with the evening headlines. If you have a topic you would like us to look into further, email [email protected] with your story suggestions. CREDITS Host: Isabella Ross Audio Producer: Tegan Sadler Subscribe to MamamiaBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Tasmania became the first state in Australia to outlaw the Nazi salute. They joined other states and territory governments taking a stand against far-right extremism. In this episode of The Quicky we take a look to see if banning things like the Nazi salute and Swastika will actually do anything to slow the growth of these movements. Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at [email protected] CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] CREDITS Host: Elfy Scott With thanks to: Josh Roose - Associate Professor of Politics at Deakin University Producer: Elfy Scott Executive Producer: Kally Borg Audio Producer: Thom LionBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily. On top of The Quicky team bringing you a daily deep dive on one topic that has captured your attention along with the morning news headlines, we also update you each afternoon from 5pm with the evening headlines. If you have a topic you would like us to look into further, email [email protected] with your story suggestions. CREDITS Host: Grace Rouvray Audio Producer: Thom Lion Subscribe to MamamiaBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week former NFL star Michael Oher, known for being the inspiration behind the movie The Blind Side, filed a petition in a US court claiming that everything we saw in the movie about his life was actually a lie. In the movie adaptation of his life, we saw Oher, an American footballer adopted by Sean and Leigh Anne Tuohy who helped him overcome his tragic upbringing and achieve sporting greatness. In this episode of The Quicky, we take a look at what is really happening with the Tuohy's, and speak to a reporter who has been covering the case. Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at [email protected] CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] CREDITS Host: Elfy Scott With thanks to: Ben Strauss - Sports Reporter for the Washington Post Producer: Elfy Scott Executive Producer: Kally Borg Audio Producer: Thom LionBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily. On top of The Quicky team bringing you a daily deep dive on one topic that has captured your attention along with the morning news headlines, we also update you each afternoon from 5pm with the evening headlines. If you have a topic you would like us to look into further, email [email protected] with your story suggestions. CREDITS Host: Grace Rouvray Audio Producer: Thom Lion Subscribe to MamamiaBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last week we watched on as fires wiped out parts of the Hawaiian island of Maui. For many Aussies, it brought back memories of our own wild fires in the Summer of 2019 and 2020. And just like the situation we found ourselves in back then, there are mixed messages about whether tourists should be visiting and spending their money in a community that desperately needs it, or if they should be staying away to let those communities heal. In this episode of The Quicky, we find out of travel to Hawaii should be suspended or if tourist dollars can go some way to helping a community rebuild after tragedy. Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at [email protected] CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] CREDITS Host: Claire Murphy With thanks to: Ilhihia Gionson - Public Affairs Officer at the Hawaii Tourism Authority Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Kally Borg Audio Producer: Jacob RoundBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily. On top of The Quicky team bringing you a daily deep dive on one topic that has captured your attention along with the morning news headlines, we also update you each afternoon from 5pm with the evening headlines. If you have a topic you would like us to look into further, email [email protected] with your story suggestions. CREDITS Host: Isabella Ross Audio Producer: Thom Lion Subscribe to MamamiaBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Kardashians have been spruiking something. Something that most of us couldn't dream of affording and it has left doctors questioning. Recently Kim Kardashian posted on her Instagram a photo of her in front of a full body scan machine. The same machine was seen in a recent episode of The Kardashians reality show, where mum Kris Jenner, underwent the scan. But what does it do? And how much does it cost? In this episode of The Quicky, we take a look at the full body scans, the cost, and whether or not its the way forward for our health. If you want to read more, click here. Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at [email protected] CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] CREDITS Host: Claire Murphy With thanks to: Dr Joann Elmore - Professor of Medicine at UCLA Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Kally Borg Audio Producer: Jacob RoundBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily. On top of The Quicky team bringing you a daily deep dive on one topic that has captured your attention along with the morning news headlines, we also update you each afternoon from 5pm with the evening headlines. If you have a topic you would like us to look into further, email [email protected] with your story suggestions. CREDITS Host: Isabella Ross Audio Producer: Thom Lion Subscribe to MamamiaBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tonight, the Matilda's are hoping to take another step forward on their record breaking journey through this Women's World Cup. There is a squad of 23 women who suit up for the matches, but there is also a group of women who came close to being a part of it, only to be cut at the final stage and forced to watch on from the sidelines. In this episode of The Quicky we speak to Chloe Logarzo about what it's like to watch on as her teammates and friends make history knowing you were so close to being part of the fairytale. Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at [email protected] CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] CREDITS Host: Claire Murphy With thanks to: Chloe Logarzo - Optus Sport Football Expert, Matilda & 2 time Olympian Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Kally Borg Audio Producer: Thom LionBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily. On top of The Quicky team bringing you a daily deep dive on one topic that has captured your attention along with the morning news headlines, we also update you each afternoon from 5pm with the evening headlines. If you have a topic you would like us to look into further, email [email protected] with your story suggestions. CREDITS Host: Isabella Ross Audio Producer: Thom Lion Subscribe to MamamiaBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The contraceptive pill. Its job is to stop unwanted pregnancies. But did you know there's a huge variety of options for what brand and type of pill you can take? But when you look at the list of oral contraceptives on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme there's quite a few of those available in Australia not on it, in fact, most of the contraceptive pills available here in Australia are not on the PBS. In this episode of The Quicky, we find out why some contraceptive pills have been allowed on the list, and why the new generation of the pill are not, and whether that will be changing anytime soon. Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at [email protected] CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] CREDITS Host: Claire Murphy With thanks to: Danielle McMullen - Vice President of the Australian Medical Association Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Kally Borg Audio Producer: Jacob RoundBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.