The Quicky

Late last week, leaders from around the world including our own Prime Minister jumped on an epic Zoom call to be a part of US President Joe Biden's virtual climate conference. Many of the nations present clearly stated their commitment to achieving net zero emissions by the year 2050, but when it came to Scott Morrison, he was reluctant to put any date on achieving that goal. To find out why and what net zero emissions will mean for your life, The Quicky speaks to a climate change expert to find out if it is possible for Australia to radically reduce our emissions, without having a seriously negative impact on our everyday lives. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guest: Professor Will Steffen - Climate Council spokesperson, and climate change researcher at the Australian National University, Canberra CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] 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.

It's 25 years to the day since a small Tasmanian town became known right around the world for all the wrong reasons, after a shocking act of violence. But today, residents of Port Arthur want to change the narrative about their community and all of the wonderful things they have to offer. The Quicky speaks to a long term resident and Port Arthur expert about how local people have thrived despite what happened, and what they want you to know and think about this beautiful part of Australia from now on. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Jacob Round Guest: Maria Stacey - Visitor Services Manager at the Port Arthur Historic Site Management Authority, local resident and Deputy Mayor of the Tasman Council CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] 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.

One in three Aussies will need a blood transfusion at some point to save their lives, but at the moment, only about one in 30 of us are rolling up our sleeves to donate. Part of the problem is that millions of willing donors are automatically ruled out by an extensive list of restrictions relating to not only our current health, but also our lifestyle choices and sex lives. The Quicky investigates why there are so many limitations on who can donate blood in Australia, and speaks to a doctor to find out if these rules are still appropriate, or based on outdated assumptions. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Jacob Round Guest: Dr Brad McKay - GP, Australian science communicator, TV host, author and podcaster CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] 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.

It's a well known cliche that men can be hesitant when it comes to looking after their own health, especially when they are worried about a particularly personal problem. But as April is Testicular Cancer Awareness Month, it seems only right that we all have a frank discussion about what exactly is happening below the belt. The Quicky speaks to a comedian who draws on his experience surviving testicular cancer, and an expert in testicular health about what men and women should look out for, and how you know when a man needs to see a doctor. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Michael Shafar - Stand up comedian and testicular cancer survivor Associate Professor Ben Tran - Medical Oncologist at the Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, and Chair of the Australian Testicular Cancer Research Group If you, or someone you know has been diagnosed with, or is showing symptoms of testicular cancer, you can visit nutsandbolts.movember.com, an online hub co-designed with men who have lived experience. You can also visit movember.com/knowthynuts for more information about testicular health. CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] 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.

More Australian veterans have taken their own lives than have been killed in active duty since our troops were first deployed to Afghanistan in 2001, but it has taken until this week for the Federal Government to support a Royal Commission into Veteran Suicide. The Quicky speaks to two experts who are also veterans themselves, to find out why even those ADF members who never see combat are left feeling desperate, and what services are available to help them now. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Jacqui Lambie - Senator for Tasmania representing her own party, the Jacqui Lambie Network, and an Australian Army veteran Ben Wadham - Associate Professor in the College of Education, Psychology and Social Work at Flinders University, and Director of Open Door, a veteran transition, integration, and wellbeing research initiative CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] 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.

Nearly one year ago in Minneapolis, Minnesota, George Floyd lost his life when a police officer knelt on his neck for more than nine minutes, despite his repeated pleas that he couldn't breathe. Now that man who prematurely ended his life, Derek Chauvin, has been convicted of his murder. The Quicky speaks to a leading civil rights activist to find out what the guilty verdict means to George Floyd's family and supporters, and whether convicting a single man could really be the turning point to finally end systematic racism in the United States. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guest: DeRay Mckesson - Civil rights activist, leading voice in the Black Lives Matter Movement and a co-founder of Campaign Zero to end police brutality CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] 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.

We constantly receive mixed messages about the housing market in Australia... one day everything is booming, and the next we're supposedly headed for bust. But no matter where you live in this country one thing is for sure, buying your first home can feel virtually impossible amid a minefield of dodgy agents, underquoting, and an astonishing amount of paperwork and expense. The Quicky speaks to a couple of experts and two current buyers to find out what is really going on, and how you might be able to finally secure the keys to your own place. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Associate Professor Sam Tsiaplias - Principal Research Fellow in the Macroeconomics Research Program, at the Melbourne Institute of Applied Economic and Social Research Tony Bice - Director of First Choice Mortgage Brokers Bridgette Bathgate - Digital Marketing Specialist at Mamamia who is currently looking to purchase her first home Gemma Bath - Senior News Writer at Mamamia who has just purchased her first home CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] 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.

Five years ago the Federal Government made it legal for some patients to access medicinal cannabis, but that doesn't mean it's now free or easy to obtain. The Quicky speaks to an expert to find out the facts about cannabinoid treatment in Australia, including the costs and the conditions that currently qualify for its use. We also speak to a mother who has gone to extraordinary lengths to ease the ongoing pain and suffering of her son, and wants to do everything she can to ensure other families don't have to spend all their time and money seeking out treatment overseas. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Yvonne Bonomo - Associate Professor in the Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences at the University of Melbourne, and researcher at The Australian Centre for Cannabinoid Clinical and Research Excellence Lanai Carter - Her son Lindsay Carter has been using medicinal cannabis to treat Epilepsy and an inoperable brain tumour You can read more about Lanai and Lindsay's story here CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] 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.

In 2019 we looked into how much sex Aussies are really having, after Mamamia spoke to 1000 women about their private lives and fantasies.  But since then the world has changed dramatically, so we conducted another survey in 2021 to find out what impact the events of the past 18 months have had on us and our partners in the bedroom. The Quicky speaks to Mamamia's Evening Editor to find out what's changed since last time, and a sex therapist to consider whether our darkest desires for sexual pleasure are healthy or cause for concern. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Madeline Joannou Guests: Katie Stow - Evening Editor at Mamamia Lisa Torney - Counsellor, and Sex & Relationship Therapist Find out more about what we are really doing between the sheets with the results from the latest Mamamia sex survey: We asked 1000 women about their sex lives. This is what they told us. CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] 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.

Prince Philip's death has reminded us all of the grim reality that the Queen may not be long for this world, which begs the question of what will become of the British Royal Family once she too has passed? Given the number of rifts and scandals currently plaguing several of the younger members of the Windsor household, many are starting to wonder if this ancient system of sovereignty has outlasted its relevance. The Quicky discusses what the future of the monarchy might look like when Prince Charles ascends to the role of King, and what the alternatives are for Australia if we don't in fact want to remain tied to the Crown. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guest: Holly Wainwright - Head Of Content at Mamamia CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] 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.

It has been 30 years to the day since the Royal Commission into Aboriginal Deaths in Custody handed down its report, containing a shocking 339 recommendations to stop First Nations people dying at an alarming rate. But three decades on the situation has only gotten worse, with a disgraceful five Aboriginal deaths in custody in 2021 already. The Quicky speaks to two proud First Nations leaders to find out what if anything has been done since 1991 to try and address this issue, and discuss why we continue to see disproportionate rates of incarceration among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Senator Lidia Thorpe - Proud Gunnai Gunditjmara and Djab Wurrung woman, Australian Greens Senator for Victoria, and Co-founder of the Australian Greens First Nations Network Linda Burney MP - Proud member of the Wiradjuri nation, Federal Labor Member for Barton, Shadow Minister for Indigenous Australians, and the Shadow Minister for Families and Social Services CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] 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.

With a second Australian suspected of developing blood clots after receiving the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine, some people now have concerns about the safety of the jab. The Quicky investigates what causes these blood clots, and speaks to two experts who explain why we should not be afraid of being immunised, and how the risks are in fact much lower than many more common medical treatments. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Dr Karen Price - President of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) and a GP for over 30 years Dr Jose Sail Perdomo - Research Fellow in the Haematology Research Unit at the St George and Sutherland Clinical School, University of NSW CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] 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.

On Friday 9th April 2021 Prince Philip died at the age of 99, bringing an end to his 73-year marriage to Queen Elizabeth II. While much of the world is in mourning, there can be no doubt the Duke of Edinburgh remains as controversial in death as he was in life, leaving behind a complicated legacy. The Quicky speaks to a Royal biographer to look back on the highs and lows of nearly a century spent in the shadow of the Crown, and whether his death could help to repair ongoing rifts in the Royal family. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guest: Penny Junor - Royal expert, investigative journalist, author and broadcaster CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] 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.

The announcement by Aussie comedian Josh Thomas that he has been diagnosed with Autism as an adult has highlighted that many people are living with the condition, but don't know it. The Quicky speaks to an expert in Autism, and a woman with lived experience to find out why so many people go undiagnosed, and how we can all better recognise and appreciate that every person's experience with Autism is unique. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS  Host: Gemma Bath Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Dr Fiona Aldridge - Clinical Psychologist at Autism Spectrum Australia (ASPECT) Samantha Grace - Living with Autism as an adult CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] 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.

Many of us are feeling frustrated that the COVID-19 vaccine rollout in Australia is way behind schedule, especially as we see other countries like the United States administering as many as three million shots per day. But despite several nations boasting about their immunisation programs, they continue to experience thousands of new cases and deaths every single day. The Quicky investigates why India, Brazil, the US and UK among others continue to struggle with multiple new strains of Coronavirus, and how we should be feeling about our own Government's progress. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS  Host: Gemma Bath Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guest: Professor Dominic Dwyer - Clinical Professor of Medicine (Immunology & Infectious Diseases), Westmead Clinical School, Institute for Clinical Pathology and Medical Research, University of Sydney CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] 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.

Following a never-ending string or horrific allegations of bullying and sexual assault, several Liberal and National MPs have been forced to undergo empathy training to try and rectify their inappropriate behaviour. But can you really teach someone to feel empathy, and is that going to be enough to resolve the deep-seated misogyny and lack of respect in our Federal Parliament? The Quicky speaks to an expert in empathy training to find out what it involves, and whether it can in fact prevent such vile actions in future. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guest: Katherine Teh - Founder and Managing Director of consulting firm Futureye CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] 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.

The Federal Government has published a new report into the gender pay gap, and the findings are not good. Despite decades of effort from many dedicated groups and individuals, it concluded that we could be walking on Mars before women receive equal pay for doing the same work as their male counterparts in Australia. The Quicky investigates why this serious problem continues to wreak havoc on the workforce, and how we can practically bring about positive change to ensure women take home the money they deserve.  Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guest: Dr Ian Watson - Researcher in the Social Policy Research Centre at the University of New South Wales CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] 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.

The pressure on women to have a perfect body is never ending, and right now the hottest trend is to have a big peachy behind like Kim Kardashian, Cardi B and countless other celebrities. So it's no surprise that the world's most popular cosmetic surgery is the Brazilian Butt Lift, aka the BBL, but this exotic sounding procedure can come at a hefty price. The Quicky investigates exactly how so many influencers are achieving this look, and the deadly complications that can arise when BBL surgery goes horribly wrong. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Sophie Elmhirst - Contributing editor to Harper's Bazaar and journalist who writes regularly for the Financial Times and The Guardian UK. CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] 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.

Easter is upon us once again and while some see this as a time for religious renewal, almost all of us are looking forward to indulging in copious amounts of chocolate! But how much is too much, and can this sweet treat ever really be good for you? The Quicky speaks to an expert in nutrition to find out just how guilty or not you should feel for succumbing to gluttony this long weekend. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guest: Dr Evangeline Mantzioris - Program Director of the Nutrition and Food Sciences Degree at the University of South Australia, and Accredited Practicing Dietitian and Sports Dietitian. CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] 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.

Changing your name after marriage has been common practice for women for hundreds of years, but have you ever stopped to consider why, and whether you can still be a feminist if you follow this patriarchal tradition? And what about if you want to change your name for other reasons, like you've fallen out with your family, or you are transgender, what are the practical and social implications then? The Quicky speaks to a feminist researcher and a transgender academic to find out why we continue to perpetuate these old ideals, and why so many other people seem to think they have a right to dictate what we call ourselves or our children. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Professor Mary Louise Rasmussen - Academic in the College of Arts and Social Sciences at the Australian National University whose research interests include feminist theories and gender studies. Tate McAllister - Senior Program Coordinator at A Gender Agenda, and a PhD student in Sociology at the Australian National University. CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] 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.

With an ongoing series of disturbing allegations of sexual harassment and bullying in Parliament House, many people are questioning whether quotas aiming for 50% female representation might help to burst Canberra's misogynistic bubble. It's not a new idea but it remains deeply divisive as many men and women insist people should be hired and promoted based solely on merit, but if that is supposedly already happening, why do we still see so few women at the top? The Quicky speaks to an expert in business and economics to find out how unofficial quotas are already in place in many offices helping men to get ahead, and why we shouldn't be afraid to embrace quotas for women. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guest: Prashant Bordia - Professor of Management at the Australian National University's College of Business and Economics. CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] 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.

If there's one thing that is inevitable in life, it's death, so why do many of us find it so hard to talk about? Many ancient and modern cultures around the world, including Australia's First Nations have elaborate ceremonies, festivals and rituals that help people to let go of their loved ones, but in Western societies death and grief are often hidden away and suppressed. The Quicky speaks to a grief counsellor and two artists to find out how we can start having more open and honest conversations about dying and saying goodbye. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Amanda Peppard - Online Community Coordinator at Griefline Tina Fiveash - PhD Scholar at the Australian National University, and an artist who has created The Death Letter Project Associate Professor Catherine Bell - Researcher and lecturer in visual arts at Australian Catholic University, and an artist whose work includes The Remains of the Day CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] 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.

In regional NSW an alleged cult leader has been charged with slavery offences after being accused of subjecting a woman to physical, sexual and psychological abuse. The 40-year-old former Australian Defence Force member had been boasting about his activities with several women whom he referred to as his 'slaves' on social media for years, and allegedly encouraged others to follow in his footsteps. The Quicky speaks to experts in slavery and policing to find out why it took so long for this case to be investigated, and how it could be pivotal in highlighting that modern slavery in Australia is far more common than we realise. Victims of human trafficking The Support for Trafficked People Program is a key component of Australia's anti-human trafficking strategy and the National Action Plan to Combat Modern Slavery 2020-25. The Support Program helps victims of human trafficking, slavery and slavery-like practices, and is delivered nationally by the Red Cross. If you or someone you know is being exploited, help is available. For information and confidential advice please contact Australian Red Cross. Call (03) 9345 1800 or visit the Red Cross website. A list of signs to identify potential human trafficking in Australia are available on the AFP website: Human trafficking & slavery indicators | Australian Federal Police (afp.gov.au). Support for victims of sexual assault If you are a victim of sexual assault there are many services you can contact depending on your needs, to report the crime, or to seek counselling and support. The NSW Victims Access Line (1800 633 063) provides information, referral and support to victims of crime. 1800RESPECT is the national online and telephone counselling and support service for people who have experienced, or are at risk of experiencing, sexual assault and/or domestic and family violence Rape & Domestic Violence Services Australia supports people affected by sexual, domestic or family violence. They offer telephone, online and face to face counselling to people of all genders who have experienced sexual, domestic or family violence, and their supporters. Australian Federal Police (AFP) Recruitment The AFP has launched a new website to provide future members and their families a one-stop-shop about what the AFP does, and how to be part of the team. The AFP want more women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and more diversity in general. For more information specific to women, visit https://jobs.afp.gov.au/work-with-us/culture-and-diversity. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Professor Jennifer Burn - Director of Anti-Slavery Australia, an academic, solicitor and migration agent AFP Detective Superintendent Paula Hudson - Australian Centre to Counter Child Exploitation (ACCCE), Australian Federal Police Child Protection and Human Trafficking Operations CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] 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.

Over the past few weeks you have probably seen images on the news and social media showing a plague of mice that has become the latest burden on our farmers and regional communities. While it's easy for those of us in big cities to perceive this as a cute quirk of our unique landscape, it is no laughing matter for the millions of people living through this nightmare. The Quicky speaks to an expert in mice populations and a grain farmer to find out why their numbers have suddenly exploded across Australia, and what it means to wake up every day surrounded by millions of scurrying rodents. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Steve Henry - CSIRO Research Officer with specialist knowledge of mice populations  Nicole Klante - Grain Farmer from regional NSW CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] 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.

Australia is facing a watershed moment as millions of women and girls are standing up and demanding to be heard, because we are tired of hiding the truth of what is done to us on a daily basis, and tired of protecting the perpetrators.  For the first time, this episode ofThe Quicky is for the men in your life to let them know just how common women and girls are being harassed and assaulted not just in private, but even in broad daylight. This is what men need to hear, and what men need to understand about what they can and should be doing to make every space, public or private, a safe one for all women and girls. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Jackie Fitzgerald - Executive Director of the NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) Dr Emily van der Nagel - Lecturer in Social Media in the School of Media, Film and Journalism at Monash University CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] 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.

When we think about eating disorders we often imagine a teenage girl heavily influenced by social media, but new evidence proves that these conditions can and do affect everyone, and are becoming increasingly common among older women. The Quicky speaks to an expert and a mature woman who spent decades living with an eating disorder before getting help, to examine why so many of us are suffering in silence. If you or someone you know is experiencing an eating disorder and need help, please reach out to: The Butterfly Foundation - online or by phone: 1800 33 4673 Lifeline Australia - online or by phone: 13 11 14 National Eating Disorders Collaboration - https://nedc.com.au/ Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Dr June Alexander - Author, journalist and mentor who runs The Diary Healer to connect with and support people who are living with an eating disorder Rebecca Lister - Director of Strategic Programs at Eating Disorders Victoria  CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] 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.

Last week eight innocent people were shot dead in Atlanta, six of whom were women from Asian backgrounds, allegedly killed by a young white man.  Local police were keen to shut down any suggestions that the attack was racially motivated, but many Asian people say this is just another example of systemic racism that has accelerated during the pandemic. The Quicky investigates whether hideous stereotypes may have led to this assault, and how a long history of crude assumptions and misconceptions about Asian women continues to cause serious harm. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Patricia Park - Author of the novel RE JANE, and Assistant Professor of Literature at the American University in Washington D.C. Dr Jessica Walton - Senior Research Fellow at the Alfred Deakin Institute for Citizenship and Globalisation at Deakin University in Melbourne CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] 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.

Your wedding is supposed to be the happiest day of your life, but for many of us the joy is tainted by a pushy relative or friend who thinks they have a right to make demands on how you tie the knot. The Quicky speaks to an expert wedding planner and a couples and family psychologist to find out why what is supposed to be a celebration of love so often brings out the worst in our nearest and dearest. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Megan Solomon - Psychologist and General Manager of Practice, Quality and Innovation at Relationships Australia Rebecca Crozier - Brand Manager at Easy Weddings CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] 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.

There hasn't been a period in history where women's bodies haven't been under scrutiny, but with our advanced scientific and medical knowledge you would think fad diets would be a thing of the past. The Quicky investigates why we are still willing to put our health and money on the line to try the latest craze, and whether a balanced diet and regular exercise really is the best option. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Professor Louise Burke - Chair of Sports Nutrition at the Mary Mackillop Institute for Health Research in the Exercise and Nutrition Research Program at the Australian Catholic University Melanie McGrice - Accredited Practising Dietitian and Spokesperson for Dietitians Australia CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] 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.

We've been hearing the term 'boys club' bandied around a fair bit surrounding the culture in Canberra... but what does it actually look like? Is it all leather couches and cigar smoking, or is it more about a culture that leaves mostly middle age white men making all the decisions with little input from others? The Quicky speaks to two female politicians and a female publisher who have experienced the 'boys club' on a daily basis to find out how we can move past it, and include everyone at the table. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Zali Steggall MP - Federal Member for Warringah Lidia Thorpe - Victorian Greens Senator and proud Gunnai Gunditjmara and Djab Wurrung woman  Tarla Lambert - Editor in Chief and Co-Owner of Women's Agenda CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] 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.

Making money as an influencer is now a widely-accepted and legitimate business for a lot of people, but many of us are a little more hesitant when it comes to embracing those who make money on OnlyFans. For some it has been a financial lifeline during the pandemic as face-to-face work opportunities have been severely restricted, but for others it is yet another faceless online platform run by a mysterious company that profits from the exploitation of women. The Quicky speaks to an OnlyFans content creator and an expert in online communications to try and decipher whether we should be fans of this service or not. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Teagan Kaye - OnlyFans content creator Dr Jonathon Hutchinson - Senior Lecturer in Online Communication and Media at the University of Sydney CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] 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.

After what feels like a never-ending stream of sexual assault and harassment allegations coming out of Canberra, the women of Australia are angry and don't want this moment of reckoning to pass without any real change. The Quicky speaks to three women about how these horrific stories have resonated with people across the country, and what we can all do to join the fight for justice to ensure no more women are abused or silenced. If you want to know more about how Australian politics can change to keep women safe: https://www.mamamia.com.au/how-to-fix-politics-for-women  Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Elisabeth Shaw - CEO of Relationships Australia NSW Janine Hendry - Founder of the Women's March 4 Justice, designer, academic and feminist Zali Steggall MP - Independent Federal Member for Warringah CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] 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.

While many of us love a cheating scandal on our favourite reality TV show, it is much more difficult to talk about when it is happening to us, even though Australians are ranked fourth-highest in the world when it comes to doing the dirty on a partner. The Quicky showcases some of your true stories to investigate why it's so much easier to cheat than it is to talk about it, and whether it is ever possible to repair a relationship once that trust has been broken.  Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Clare Stephens - Editor in Chief at Mamamia Jessie Stephens - Assistant Head of Content and co-host of Mamamia’s flagship podcast, Mamamia Out Loud, and True Crime Conversations Gery Karantzas - Associate Professor in the School of Psychology at Deakin University Julia Nowland - Relationship Therapist and Founder of Whole Heart Relationships CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] 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.

The case of one of Australia's most notorious serial killers Kathleen Folbigg has fascinated people across the world since she was accused and convicted of murdering her four young children. But new evidence has led to 90 prominent scientists, including Nobel laureates and other leading Australian and international researchers to call for her to be pardoned and released from jail. The Quicky speaks to one of the experts to unpack the science and examine whether rare genetic mutations could be to blame for all four deaths, and what that means for our justice system that was perhaps too keen to convict her. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guest: Professor Carola Garcia de Vinuesa - Co-Director of the Centre for Personalised Immunology, NHMRC Centre of Research Excellence in the College of Health & Medicine at the Australian National University. CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] 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.

When we heard that Harry and Meghan were going to sit down for a no-holds-barred chat with talk show queen Oprah Winfrey, we knew it wouldn't paint a pretty picture of life as a princess.  But the shocking revelations about racism, constant harassment by the press, and an unwillingness to offer Meghan any support for her mental health were even worse than we imagined.  The Quicky investigates the reality of being Royal, and why we continue to believe in and perpetuate the false and dangerous narrative about young girls turning into princesses and having the perfect life when they meet their Prince Charming. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Holly Wainwright - Author, Head of Content at Mamamia and co-host of Mamamia Out Loud and This Glorious Mess Dr Sarah Coyne - Associate Director, School of Family Life at Brigham Young University in Utah Dr Michael Carr-Gregg - Psychologist, author, broadcaster and a specialist in corporate mental health, families, parenting, children, adolescents and the use of technology for mental health CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] 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.

March is Endometriosis Awareness Month, and despite nearly one million Aussie women suffering from this chronic condition, many of us still know very little about it. That includes doctors, who continue to investigate the causes and potential cures for the illness more than 3,000 years after it was first identified in Ancient Egypt. The Quicky speaks to several women and experts who suffer from Endo themselves to find out what we should all know about this very common but rarely understood disease. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Isabella Gosling - Secretary of QENDO who lives with Endometriosis Leigh Campbell - Host of You Beauty, This Glorious Mess Little Kids, and Executive Editor at Mamamia who lives with Endometriosis Dr Janine Manwaring - Gynaecologist and laparoscopic surgeon with interests in endometriosis and pelvic pain at Jean Hailes East Melbourne clinic Kristel, Emmeline and Charlotte - all live with Endometriosis CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] 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.

Happy International Women's Day! The term feminism has been around since the early 1800's, but despite multiple waves of feminism over the decades, it remains a somewhat controversial term. The Quicky speaks to an expert and several women around the office to find out what feminism means to them in 2021, and whether we still need it? Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Professor JaneMaree Maher - Professor in the Centre for Women's Studies and Gender Research, Sociology in the School of Social Sciences at Monash University. CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] 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.

Just over one week ago, a letter was sent to the offices of Prime Minister Scott Morrison, Labor Senator Penny Wong and Greens Senator Sarah Hanson Young detailing horrific allegations of an historical rape against a senior Cabinet Minister. On Wednesday, Attorney General Christian Porter revealed he was the accused perpetrator but categorically denied the allegation and has so far refused calls to stand down from his role. The Quicky speaks to the alleged victim's lawyer to discuss the legal side of the allegations, why the police concluded the investigation so quickly and what could or should happen from here. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Jacob Round Guest: Michael Bradley - Managing Partner at Marque lawyers CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] 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.

As we remain on home turf for the foreseeable future, the idea of owning a pet has never been more attractive, but the theft of two of Lady Gaga's French Bulldogs has made many of us afraid for the safety of our beloved fur babies. Sadly this is a global problem that is on the rise in Australia, as more unscrupulous people try to sell stolen dogs online in a bid to make a quick buck. The Quicky speaks to a canine expert to find out what you can do to protect your pooch, and what you should know before you bring one home. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Glenn Cook - co-host of The Canine Paradigm podcast CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] 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.

The Covid-19 vaccination program is finally rolling out in Australia, but after just one week we are already well behind schedule. The Quicky investigates what is causing the delay, why some people still feel hesitation, and what it actually feels like by speaking with some of the first people in the country to receive the jab. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Peta Murphy - Labor MP for the electorate of Dunkley in Victoria who is living with breast cancer Dr Sanjaya Senanayake - Associate Professor of Medicine and Infectious Diseases Physician at the Australian National University Natasha Fyles - Northern Territory Minister for Health CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] 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.

A gruesome discovery of a decomposed foot on a NSW beach has answered the question of what happened to missing alleged fraudster Melissa Caddick. But the circumstances surrounding her death, and where tens of millions of dollars that she took from her own friends and family ended up remain a mystery. The Quicky speaks to an expert in the case to find out what Melissa's death means for her husband, son and the investors who have been left penniless. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guest: Kate McClymont - investigative journalist at The Sydney Morning Herald CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] 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.

For many young people becoming a world-famous sports star is the ultimate dream, but for those lucky few who do achieve great success the fame and fortune is often short-lived. Even the very best athletes usually retire by the time they hit their mid-30's, and figuring out what to do with the rest of their lives can be very challenging, which is why we see so many spectacularly fall from grace. The Quicky speaks to two of Australia's most elite athletes and an expert in sports psychology, to find out what happens once the spotlight moves on to someone else, and what can be done to help athletes transition to a normal life. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Darius Boyd - Former Broncos captain and the most capped Test player in Australian rugby league history Lauren Jackson - Former Australian Opals, Canberra Capitals and Seattle Storm star and Australia's most decorated basketballer of all time Dr Matthew Pink - Lecturer in Sport and Exercise Psychology at the Australian Catholic University CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] 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.

Going to see your doctor should never be a bad experience, but for many women the reality is that instead of getting the medical treatment they need, everything is blamed on their weight. Weight bias or weight stigma - aka fat shaming - should not be part of any medical professional's mindset, but hundreds of women got in touch to tell us their own scarring experience inside the examination room. The Quicky investigates why old stereotypes about weight still persist, how a doctor should talk to their patient if they are genuinely concerned, and what to do if you're not happy about how you've been treated. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Dr Hester Wilson - GP, Addiction Specialist and Conjoint Lecturer at the UNSW School of Community and Public Health Dr Cat Pausé - Fat Studies scholar researching the effects of fat stigma on the health and well-being of fat individuals at Massey University in New Zealand Alex - Was constantly shamed about her weight since childhood, until her wife helped her to see the doctor's behaviour was unacceptable CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] 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 Sydney private school girl Chanel Contos has helped thousands of people share their horrific experiences of sexual assault by fellow pupils, which has prompted a petition calling for sex and consent education to be taught at a younger age. The Quicky examines why at even some of the most elite schools this continues to be a devastating problem for young people, and what we can do to bring about positive change in attitudes and behaviours. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Christopher Fisher - Associate Professor, Australian Research Centre in Sex, Health and Society at Latrobe University Jenny Ackland - Co-Director and Co-Founder of Sex Education Australia (SEA) CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] 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.

Millions of people in Texas have had their lives devastated over the past week by a horrific storm, which has brought deadly snow, ice and power cuts. But while some charities and politicians are doing everything they can to help with the recovery effort, Senator Ted Cruz and the power companies are coming under fire for their cold-hearted attitudes towards the suffering. The Quicky investigates why the Lone Star State was seemingly so ill-prepared for this natural disaster, and what can be done to ensure this kind of tragedy never happens again. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Daniel Geraci - Executive Director of the Austin Disaster Relief Network (ADRN) Chas Licciardello - Member of The Chaser and Co-Host of the ABC's Planet America CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] 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.

It's been more than a decade since Beyonce gave all the single ladies their own anthem, so why is there still so much prejudice against both women and men who choose not to spend their lives with a partner? The Quicky speaks to two women who are happily single by choice, and an expert who has spent years researching why the world is still geared towards favouring couples over individuals. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Bella DePaulo - Academic Affiliate of Psychological and Brain Sciences at the University of California Santa Barbara Siobhan and Vivienne - both single by choice and loving life. CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] 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.

The rape allegation made by Ministerial staffer Brittany Higgins and the Government's response has rightly caused national outrage, but what occurred within Parliament House is far from a unique situation. The Quicky investigates the failings that led to the alleged assault on Ms Higgins, and what you can do if you are harassed or violated in the workplace. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Rebekha Sharkie MP - Centre Alliance Member for Mayo, South Australia Paloma Cole - Associate, Employment & Industrial Law at Maurice Blackburn Lawyers CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] 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.

As the world continues to react to Facebook's decision to ban all Australian news content, you might be wondering how we got here and what happens next? The Quicky examines what the Government's Media Bargaining Code aims to achieve, and what the consequences might be, both here in Australia and overseas. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Dr Tai Neilson - Lecturer in Media at Macquarie University, and author of Journalism and Digital Labor: Experiences of Online News Production. CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] 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.

Everyone is talking about Bitcoin and there are posters everywhere telling us now is the time to buy, but what is it, how does it work, and who decides it's value? The Quicky investigates why Bitcoin continues to be the most well-known cryptocurrency and whether you should be investing your hard-earned, real-word cash. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Professor Ellie Rennie - ARC Future Fellow and Principal Research Fellow in RMIT's Digital Ethnography Research Centre, member of RMIT's Blockchain Innovation Hub, and an Associate Investigator of the ARC Centre of Excellence for Automated Decision-Making and Society. CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] 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.

Australians regularly rank as some of the happiest people on Earth, but we also are second highest on the list when it comes to taking antidepressants, so why aren't we talking about this? The Quicky investigates how many of us are using medication to help treat our mental health issues, how it works, and what we can do to break down the stigma surrounding this form of treatment. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Jacob Round Guests: Professor Philip Boyce - Professor of Psychiatry at Westmead Hospital, and Head of the Perinatal Psychiatry Clinical Research Unit at Westmead Hospital in Sydney. Dr Izelle Labuschagne - clinical neuroscientist and a Research Fellow in the Cognition and Emotion Research Centre within the School of Psychology at the Australian Catholic University in Melbourne. Professor Iain McGregor - National Health and Medical Research Council Principal Research Fellow, Professor of Psychopharmacology, and Academic Director of the Lambert Initiative for Cannabinoid Therapeutics. Emmeline - Takes antidepressants to treat ongoing anxiety. CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] 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.