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Mamamia Out Loud

Mamamia Out Loud

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Australia's #1 podcast for women is where smart women come for good conversation — with an occasional side serve of chaos. Covering news, pop culture and big ideas, plus the small stuff that matters, Mamamia Out Loud is hosted by journalists and authors Mia Freedman, Jessie Stephens and Holly Wainwright. It's your daily dose of conversation that's like catching up with your best, funniest and sharpest friends in the group chat, offering conversation at its most addictive.

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  • The Salt Path Scandal That Blew Up

    The Salt Path Scandal That Blew Up
    Jul 18 2025
    Nobody has a personality anymore. At least, that's what Em Vernem thinks, and she's not alone. In writer Freya India's Substack Girls, India critiques the diagnostic lense through which we see the world, and it's seriously blown our minds. The Salt Path, a heartbreaking 2018 memoir adapted into a hugely successful movie and marketed as 'unflinchingly true', is making headlines this week. Because the truth seems to have been stretched. So what's with memoirs where 'recollections may vary'? And does it really matter? Plus, Jessie has some heartbreaking news she wants to share. And our recommendations, including the show that held Mia's attention for 10 hours, a stunning novel by a NYT bestseller, and an action movie Em thinks everyone should watch. Recommendations Mia recommends Too Much and Drive to Survive on Netflix.Jessie recommends The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah.Em recommends Head of State on Amazon Prime Video. What To Listen To Next: Listen to our latest episode: The Lies That We're Allowed To TellListen: The Missing Minute & The Missing BodyListen: What Is Going On With Justin Bieber?Listen: Microefficiencies & The Politics Of A Mean Group ChatListen: Should Your Family Divorce Your Ex Too?Listen: The Sex Chat No Woman Wants To HaveListen: WTF is Going On In America Right Now?Parenting Out Loud: Sleep Divorce, 'Hopeless' Dads & Goodnight To The Bedtime StoryConnect your subscription to Apple Podcasts Watch Mamamia Out Loud: Mamamia Out Loud on YouTube What to read: This woman's unbelievable life story was turned into a movie. Then she was accused of making it up.'I was the friend everyone wanted to hang out with. But my "fun" personality was actually a symptom.'Why everyone suddenly wants to know their Enneagram personality number.Do you get 'the ick' more than others? You may have this personality trait.The ending of Netflix's Too Much is dividing people. This is why it had to be that way.The true story that inspired Netflix's rom-com Too Much.A brutally honest review of Lena Dunham's new Netflix rom-com Too Much. Resources: If you, or anyone you know, needs help coping with pregnancy loss or depression, contact PANDA. Are you fighting with someone you love? Maybe it’s your partner or your sibling or your best friend? Mamamia’s new therapy-based series is looking for a range of pairs who are interested in receiving qualified psychotherapy to help them repair their relationship before it’s too late. We are looking for real people, with real problems, who want real therapy. If this is you, apply here. THE END BITS: Check out our merch at MamamiaOutLoud.com Mamamia studios are styled with furniture from Fenton and Fenton GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Send us an email at outloud@mamamia.com.au Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice message. Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud and on Tiktok @mamamiaoutloud CREDITS: Hosts: Mia Freedman, Jessie Stephens & Emily Vernem Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine Executive Producer: Emeline Gazilas Audio Producer: Leah Porges Video Producer: Josh Green Junior Content Producers: Coco & Tessa 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.
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  • The Missing Minute & The Missing Body

    The Missing Minute & The Missing Body
    Jul 16 2025
    There’s a distinct true crime spin on MMOL today. The Outback Killer Bradley Murdoch has died, and after 24 years, he’s taking his secrets to the grave with him. Plus, are we normalising meanness? With shows that scratch our hate-watch itch, Mia, Amelia and Jessie talk about why we're clocking up so much time in front of something we actively dislike. And Jeffrey Epstein’s name is back in the news and being said in the same breath as Donald Trump, missing files, and the unanswered questions that are turning us into conspiracy theorists. It’s all going on, Outlouders. You know what to do 🎧 Support independent women's media What To Listen To Next: Listen to our latest episode: What Is Going On With Justin Bieber?Listen: Microefficiencies & The Politics Of A Mean Group ChatListen: Should Your Family Divorce Your Ex Too?Listen: The Sex Chat No Woman Wants To HaveListen: WTF is Going On In America Right Now?Listen: Please Remove Me From Your Micro DramaTrue Crime Conversations: Peter Falconio And The Real Life Wolf CreekTrue Crime Conversations: Who Killed Jeffrey EpsteinParenting Out Loud: Sleep Divorce, 'Hopeless' Dads & Goodnight To The Bedtime StoryConnect your subscription to Apple Podcasts Watch Mamamia Out Loud: Mamamia Out Loud on YouTube What to read: In 2001, Bradley John Murdoch murdered Peter Falconio. There's one secret he took to the grave.Meet the children taking over Rupert Murdoch's empire, who make Succession look like child's play.JoJo Siwa just confirmed she's dating Chris Hughes. We can pinpoint the moment her hand was forced.There's one thing JoJo Siwa and Kath Ebbs' breakup has taught us.OPINION: Epstein's list of famous names reiterates a horrible truth.A reminder of all the things that led to One Nation's new poster boy, Mark Latham. Are you fighting with someone you love? Maybe it’s your partner or your sibling or your best friend? Mamamia’s new therapy-based series is looking for a range of pairs who are interested in receiving qualified psychotherapy to help them repair their relationship before it’s too late. We are looking for real people, with real problems, who want real therapy. If this is you, apply here. THE END BITS: Check out our merch at MamamiaOutLoud.com Mamamia studios are styled with furniture from Fenton and Fenton GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Send us an email at outloud@mamamia.com.au Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice message. Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud and on Tiktok @mamamiaoutloud 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.
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    45 mins
  • Are We Done Being Bitchy About Lena Dunham?

    Are We Done Being Bitchy About Lena Dunham?
    Jul 14 2025
    She was the voice of a generation, then she vanished. Now Lena Dunham is back with a Netflix romcom—but where has she been? The creator of Girls disappeared from the spotlight for years, and the story behind her absence is almost more compelling than her comeback. So why did the woman who defined millennial womanhood step away? Mia, Jessie and Amelia Lester discuss on today's show. And if you've been posting less and scrolling more, you're not alone. Women everywhere are retreating from social media, choosing to lurk rather than share. We're exploring why we're all heading towards posting zero—and what it means for how we connect. Plus, scurrilous (royal) gossip: King Charles and Prince Harry's aides held a secret meeting, and everyone's speculating about what went down. Are the palace walls finally cracking? Support independent women's media What To Listen To Next: Listen to our latest episode: Microefficiencies & The Politics Of A Mean Group ChatListen: Should Your Family Divorce Your Ex Too?Listen: The Sex Chat No Woman Wants To HaveListen: WTF is Going On In America Right Now?Listen: Please Remove Me From Your Micro DramaListen: BONUS: Our Honest Thoughts About 'And Just Like That' Season ThreeListen: You're A Bitch And That's Why We Lack CommunityListen: When Your Family Is the ProblemParenting Out Loud: Sleep Divorce, 'Hopeless' Dads & Goodnight To The Bedtime StoryConnect your subscription to Apple Podcasts Watch Mamamia Out Loud: Mamamia Out Loud on YouTube What to read: A brutally honest review of Lena Dunham's new Netflix rom-com Too Much.Lena Dunham disappeared after starring in Girls. She’s finally explaining why.'I’ll put my money on sober women any day.' Lena Dunham speaks out about her addiction struggles.The true story that inspired Netflix's rom-com Too Much.You're not imagining it, we've all stopped posting on social media in 2024.Prince Harry said he misses the UK but can't take his children there. Buckingham Palace responded. Are you fighting with someone you love? Maybe it’s your partner or your sibling or your best friend? Mamamia’s new therapy-based series is looking for a range of pairs who are interested in receiving qualified psychotherapy to help them repair their relationship before it’s too late. We are looking for real people, with real problems, who want real therapy. If this is you, apply here. THE END BITS: Check out our merch at MamamiaOutLoud.com Mamamia studios are styled with furniture from Fenton and Fenton GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Send us an email at outloud@mamamia.com.au Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice message. Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud and on Tiktok @mamamiaoutloud 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.
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    49 mins

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Love Mama Mia Out Loud

Relevant, though provoking, entertaining and empathetic. Feels like a conversation with your smartest beasties. I listen to all the free content and will probably crack and subscribe at some point.

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If you love listening to multiple points of view about what's what right now, this is the podcast you've been waiting for. Funny and often times thought provoking. love this podcast.

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Love Love Love these ladies

I love the way the hosts speak about the news in a relatable way each week. They're the best

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