Subscribe to Mamamia Our national treasurer, Sam Kerr, has been accused of the “racially aggravated harassment” of a London police officer in early 2023. But, is this why we need to keep our hot takes to ourselves before we have all the facts?  Plus, we’ve been keeping them from you all week… our recommendations are finally here. Holly has some new skincare to gush about, Jessie, a funny podcast episode for your weekend listening, and Mia recommends a new health check. And, our bests and...

Subscribe to Mamamia Some things just aren’t adding up about former monk turned podcaster and self-help guru Jay Shetty’s rags-to-riches origin story. But do the specifics of his story mean anything? Or do we feel a tad lied to?  Plus, you’re not imagining it; pants are getting wider. What pants are you wearing right now? If you don’t feel ridiculous in them, you’re doing it wrong. And, Abigail Shrier is flooding our group chats. She thinks our kids have become too weak, singling out the...

Subscribe to Mamamia Geri Halliwell’s husband, Christian Horner, the principal of Red Bull Racing, is being investigated for an “inappropriate relationship” at work. But why has Ginger Spice decided to stand by her man? Plus, why are so many women's homes filling up with non-essential, suspiciously cheap items from the shopping app Temu? Is this everyone’s cozzielivs-friendly little treat? And, Bradley Cooper has dropped a very home truth we weren't expecting about becoming a parent, and...

Subscribe to Mamamia Jennifer Aniston is promoting a new exercise called Pvolve, showing the reality of how she seemingly defies gravity and time. But, has she missed the mark or is she the only celebrity who’s saying the quiet part out loud? Plus, the New York Times released a story titled 'Girl Influencers Managed by Moms and Stalked by Men.' It raises the question: who does the internet belong to? We discuss.  And, from a travel disaster, a sequin allergy and a cup-filling catch-up with...

Subscribe to Mamamia "Where is Kate Middleton?" is the question that's trending worldwide, and the conspiracy theories are wild. Plus, what do women value more: equal pay or work flexibility? Our hosts have a very different discussion about the gender pay gap, following new data. And, has 'little treat' culture gone too far? Psychologists have thoughts and we do too. The End Bits:  Listen to yesterday's episode: Is It Just Us, Or Are Penises Everywhere? Read: Qantas pays women 37% less,...

Subscribe to Mamamia The murder of a young Sydney couple has sent shockwaves through the country. How much media focus should be on the alleged perpetrator, a NSW policeman? And how do the queer community feel about police marching in Mardi Gras in Sydney this weekend? Plus, Jennifer Lopez’s new “film” This Is Me… Now (emphasis on the …) is the fever dream that no one, including Ben Affleck, asked for. Obviously, Mia and Holly watched it so you don’t have to. And, there’s a woman on TikTok...

Subscribe to Mamamia As the impacts of Covid continue to come to light, experts are asking the question: should we have closed Australian schools during the pandemic, given what we now know? We discuss. Plus, we cannot escape the ‘personal brand’ despite what industry we’re in. So, are we all just turning into sellouts, having to shamelessly promote ourselves to make it in business? And, our best and worst of the week, which include, a frustrating date hour, the search for the perfect...

Subscribe to Mamamia Ben Cousins has been cast for the new season of Dancing With The Stars, which begs the question: does everyone deserve a redemption arc? (Especially on prime-time TV). Plus, the ‘Birthday girlies’ are draining our bank accounts, and enough is enough. So, is it as simple as just saying you can’t afford to attend their endless extravagant events? And, multimillionaire Bryan Johnson wants to live as long as humanly possible, and he’s got some interesting methods in the...

Subscribe to Mamamia Perin Davey has admitted to being under the influence of alcohol speaking in the senate, just a week after images of a drunk and disorderly Barnaby Joyce went viral after he attended a political function. So, should government leaders be allowed to drink while on the clock? Or should the PM implement random drug and alcohol testing? We can't agree. Plus, Mia shares her 'transcendent' Eras Tour experience with two self-declared “non-Swifties” and we unpack a trend at the...

Subscribe to Mamamia Prime Minister Anthony Albanese proposed to his girlfriend on Valentine’s Day and Holly wants to know, why? Plus, should we wait until people are gone to declare how much we loved them or is there something to be said for a ‘living funeral’? And, our best and worst of the week, which include wedding dresses, sprained ears and the bitchiest men in the country. The End Bits:  Listen to yesterday's episode: An Emergency Meeting About An Out Loud Re-Brand Listen to No...

Subscribe to Mamamia The face and story of six-year-old Hind Rajab is rightfully everywhere this week reminding us of the horror of war. What does Harry and Meghan's official relaunch tell us about their comeback plans? And, why you feel exhausted all the time, even after a good lie down. Meet the seven different types of rest. The End Bits:  Listen to yesterday's episode: Can We Please Talk About Taylor Swift's Private Jets? Listen: An Emergency Meeting About King Charles &...

Subscribe to Mamamia Barnaby Joyce was filmed lying on a footpath in Canberra, drunk and swearing into his phone last week. He’s since responded, but the real question is; does it matter how the people who run our country conduct themselves in public? Plus, we actually watched the Super Bowl this year, and no, it wasn’t for the sport. So, did we just witness the most iconic, all-American moment between Grammy winner Taylor Swift and NFL star Travis Kelce? And, it’s now legal to ignore your...

Subscribe to Mamamia The tide has shifted against Taylor Swift (again) following one very big night at the Grammys. But, is this just what happens when we’re over-saturated by a celebrity? Plus, do babies belong in the workplace? A Labor Party Senator has "made history" this week by bringing his baby to work and we have mixed feelings And, our bests and worsts of the week, which include Jessie learning to say no, a dog with nappy rash and an insufferable baked-goods-related ego. The End...

Subscribe to Mamamia King Charles has been diagnosed with cancer. So, what does this mean for the British royal family?  Plus, there’s a man who believes that women who wear G-String bikini bottoms are portraying themselves as “sex objects”, so he’s pushing to ban them. Does he have some valid concerns? Lots of argy bargy follows. And, Andy Lee doesn’t want to have kids right now, so should we stop asking him? And while we’re at it, can we stop asking all women everywhere the same...

Subscribe to Mamamia Anthony Albanese has backflipped on his promise to stay away from stage three tax cuts, so is he a liar or simply keeping up with a changing economy? If you are in a position of power can you change your mind? We unpack. Plus, there’s a TikTok “tradwife” known as @ballerinafarm who enjoys staying home with her eight kids making sourdough. But, is she using social media to push for a return to traditional gender roles or just showing off her wholesome life? And, are you...

Subscribe to Mamamia Grown men have been found crying on the streets of Sydney this week about girls being allowed into the classrooms of one very prestigious private boys school. We unpack. Plus, a group of Hollywood insiders have shared exactly how they make A-list celebrities look younger on screen and we are divided. And, our first week of best and worsts for 2024, which include… Holly’s partner Brent's take on the matriarchy with scones, Jessie’s feeding confusion and Mia’s new(ish)...

Subscribe to Mamamia Australian politician Georgie Purcell received an “apology” this week for the “graphic error” in which an image used on a national news bulletin was altered to make her look more sexualised… we discuss. Plus, is it narcissistic to send long voice notes to your friend or an efficient use of time? Holly, Mia and Jessie are divided. And, what level of impartiality do we expect from the people delivering our news to us? We debate what’s considered news versus what’s...

Subscribe to Mamamia Explicit AI-generated images of Taylor Swift have been circulating the internet, and erm, we think technology has evolved enough now. But in the age of “deepfakes” do any of us actually own our face or other bits? And how do we protect ourselves online? Plus, the world is thirsty for insulated water vessels, so when did we all get so dehydrated? And, who’s entitled to an award show nomination? Apparently, the genius female minds behind the Barbie movie aren’t… But, is...

Subscribe to Mamamia Is Proximity Friendship a thing? We unpack the story of a woman who made 22 of her friends move to her suburb. Plus, we explain what an "Office 10" is, and why everyone is talking about it. And, did that vase just move on its own? After listening to an eerie podcast about ghosts, Holly, Jessie and Elfy share their own spooky stories. The End Bits:  Listen to our latest episode: There Might Be An Actual Reason Men Are Such Bad Communicators  Mamamia Out Loud returns...

Subscribe to Mamamia On the hunt from some new pals… this ‘click or clash’ personality test will help you find your people. Plus, introducing Bare Minimum Monday. Maybe we’ll tell you about it, maybe we can’t be bothered, but it might be coming to a workplace near you. And, we can’t simply agree about who the worst boyfriend was on Sex And The City. The End Bits:  Listen to our latest episode: SUMMER SERIES: Ladies, Stop The ‘Humble Brag’  Take the Click/Clash Connection Test...

Subscribe to Mamamia Have you ever felt sad during life moments where you thought you’d feel the exact opposite? We dive into “perfect moment syndrome” and why so many of us cry on our birthdays. Plus, the person behind one of the world's biggest celebrity gossip sites, DeuxMoi, has revealed they are living in fear of being unmasked, which feels a little… ironic? And, is it narcissistic to post a photo of yourself? A conversation about why some of us feel weird about posting selfies...

Subscribe to Mamamia Should you get extra credit if you’re also a mother? From Barbie director Greta Gerwig to Matilda's football star Katrina Gorry, we discuss the praise women in the public eye have been receiving after having babies. Plus, does being humble negatively impact women? Would you ever keep a 'compliments journal'? We unpack one writer's theory on pumping up your ego.  And, as the current wave of modern etiquette rules continues to baffle and delight, what are the things your...

Subscribe to Mamamia What is a Canon Event and does everyone really have one that defines them? We think, the answer is yes and hopefully we can help you identify yours. Plus, corporate speak has had a comeback and be warned it's starting to creep into your friendships. And, from lighting candles to gentle back rubs, we unpack why your partner's attempts to initiate intimacy might be making you flinch.   The End Bits:  Listen to our latest episode: The Beauty Items We Can’t Stop Raving...

Subscribe to Mamamia What is formal language in 2023? Is the old “Yours Sincerely" email sign-off being replaced by "Slay all day"? And are we okay with that? Plus, a loneliness cry for help. Holly, Mia and Clare unpack a viral clip about friendship rejection. And…birthday registries are now a thing and we are divided on the etiquette of gift-giving. The End Bits:  Listen to our latest episode: Jessie Stephens And The Lies She Keeps Telling Read: ‘I’m not choosing it, it’s choosing me.’...

Subscribe to Mamamia In 2023, Jessie Stephens’ first novel Something Bad is Going to Happen hit bookshops around the country and we could not be more proud. She tells us the story behind her brainchild.  Plus, there are four distinct people-pleasing personality types. Which one are you?  And, the major etiquette rule we love, that is very simple in theory, but incredibly difficult to actually do. The End Bits:  Listen to our latest episode: The Best Books Of 2023  Listen to Jessie...