Best Dose Of Dad Club Podcasts (2025)

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The Most Surprising Relationship Red Flag 50:52

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1d ago50:52

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Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift never fight. Nor do George and Amal Clooney. Not about work, money, cleaning, travel or whose turn it is to feed the dog (sorry, cats.) An aspirational relationship goal? Or a flashing red flag? Also, this week the whole world is looking at Australia as our world-first social media delay kicks in on Wednesday, December…

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The Viral 'Friendship Shed' Theory 35:33

5d ago35:33

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Should you 'shed' friends every seven years? We hear out the expert who says yes. She also knows why you feel like you have no mates, and has some advice for how to attract some new ones. And no, Jessie, Em and Holly don't all like it. Also, the new micro-compatibility test for prospective partners. Lead question: How long before a flight do you li…

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The Thing You Can’t Say About Having Kids 50:57

6d ago50:57

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Can you change a child's birthday because it's a bit... inconvenient for you? Content creator Indy Clinton wants us to believe she's doing just that with her "Christmas baby" and Sagittarians everywhere have thoughts. Plus, Sienna Miller is pregnant and in a negligee on the British Fashion Awards this week. At 43, Holly wants to know, is this the q…

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The Contagion of Family Estrangement & The TikTok Dad Double Standard 46:58

9d ago46:58

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Beer cans with the bride and groom's faces on them, a dress that just HAD to be Aussie, and a dog in a dress... Yes, we're talking about Albo's wedding, and the problem with marrying the Prime Minister. Also, what does the winner of the TikTok Awards — a dad of four who posts pranks and skits with his kids online — tell us about the different stand…

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Summer Book Club: All Fours - Miranda July 41:23

10d ago41:23

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It’s hot and everyone’s slightly unhinged, so what better time to kick off the Mamamia Out Loud Summer Book Club than with the only novel bold enough to ask: What if you left your family for a road trip and reinvented yourself... in a motel off the freeway? In the first of our Summer Book Club episodes, Em, Jessie and Holly dive into Miranda July’s…

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All The Things We Didn’t Need To Know About The Sex Scandal Of The Year 52:02

12d ago52:02

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So. Everyone says your fiancée cheated on you with a big-wig politician (or two). After you break up, you're sitting on a whole lot of juicy, icky, sexy detail from messages and emails that you KNOW the world is going to be into. Do you release them? Well, of course you do. And welcome to the sex scandal that's consuming America right now - the Oli…

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The Women Quietly Quitting Their Husbands & Your High School Ghost 48:17

14d ago48:17

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Would you partner notice if you 'quiet quit' your relationship? You know, quietly moving into separate bedrooms, watching all your own shows in different rooms of the house at night, never socialising together, taking separate holidays... Plenty of people are doing it, and probably always have. So, is it always a bad thing? And is it possible to un…

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The Most Telling Detail In That Meghan Sussex Profile 45:13

16d ago45:13

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So, the man who invented "vibe shifts" has announced another one. We're all living through it and it's why you're doing way more lurking and way less posting these days. And, a new profile of Meghan Duchess (or Duchess Meghan, if you insist) has attracted a whole lot of attention for a very specific social moment. But can the woman just do no right…

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‘I Was An Ugly Child’ & The 5-Second Underthinking Rule 50:46

19d ago50:46

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She's had her childhood photo used in an "ugly" meme that's all over the Internet. So why isn't host Clare Stephens upset about this dissing of her younger self? Also: "You called me, you speak first". Does Gen Z really answer the phone with... nothing? And, just literally do things. That's the message here to challenge the recent cultural dominati…

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So That's The Reason I Feel Bad About… My Eyelids? 50:46

21d ago50:46

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Outlouders, is it true? Have Millennials officially killed the affair? And, are they actually more conservative than Gen X or are they just reimagining a more modern picture of what marriage looks like? Amelia and Jessie present a Millennial defence. Plus, apparently eyelids are... over. So, what other silly things are people saying about women’s f…

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The New Reason You Might Be Fired 42:17

23d ago42:17

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Does having an affair make you a bad employee? Asking for a friend. Meet the CEO who fired two employees when she found out they were cheating on their spouses. She says if you can't be trusted at home, you can't be trusted at work. Is she right? Plus, everyone's talking about the Epstein/Trump emails again and we want Amelia to answer the question…

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Squirting, Dawn Culture & The Most Motivating Word 49:49

26d ago49:49

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Mamamia ran an article about "women who squirt" and the comment section lost its mind. So, why are men so invested? And... do we all have to learn how to do it? Also, you're getting up earlier and there's a term for it. 'Dawn Culture' is the reason Australian beaches are packed at 6am. So why the rush, everyone? And, how many weeks have you got lef…

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The 'Australia Effect' & Meghan and Harry's Curious Party Edit 55:28

28d ago55:28

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It's sales season, and come on, you know you should be click-frenzying the Black Friday out of Cyber Monday.... It's exhausting, but also - is Christmas shopping dead? Plus, What is a 'Grief Vampire' and why are so many Australians flocking to see one at his packed-out theatre tour? Jessie, Holly and Amelia are talking, mediums, and exploitation. A…

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Kim Kardashian's Zero-Star Strategy 50:24

30d ago50:24

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After revealing she failed the bar exam, Kim Kardashian's new legal drama All's Fair has also been panned by critics as the worst TV show to ever exist. So, when you’re one of the most successful women in the world, what does it feel like to fail? And do we all need to embrace the humour in our own ‘flop’ eras? And, the New York Times asked a very …

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The Great Influencer Exodus & The Sex We Never Talk About 49:10

1M ago49:10

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How do you tell your teenage influencer that their lucrative side-hustle is about to become illegal? On today's show Holly, Jessie and Em discuss the Aussie family of Youtubers who've decided to leave the country to beat the looming social media ban. Also, in this age of full disclosure, why is there one kind of sex that we absolutely do not talk a…

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'Smellmaxxing' & The New Place We Apparently Stink 44:39

1M ago44:39

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So there's a young, handsome man who's suddenly all over our feeds. Some people say he's going to save America. Others say he's just a very good example of how charisma is the only thing that matters in a politician for the digital age. All we want to know about Zohran Mamdani is: What does he want from us? Also, Reese Witherspoon says the reason w…

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A Very Sad Billionaire & The Boobs We Can't Stop Staring At 47:26

1M ago47:26

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At an innovation awards night — the kind where billionaires clap themselves wearing sustainably sourced tuxedos — one pop superstar cut through the self-congratulation with a single line: “If you’re a billionaire, why are you a billionaire? No hate, but, yeah, give your money away, shorties.” The crowd laughed, sort of. The notable billionaire in t…

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SUNDAY SPECIAL: Tammy Hembrow On Her Cancer Scare 20:54

1M ago20:54

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Hey Outlouders! For this week's Sunday Special, we're dropping an exclusive episode of our sister podcast Well into your feed, featuring Australia's golden girl, Tammy Hembrow. Tune in for her first-ever detailed public discussion about her melanoma diagnosis... When you build your brand on the sun-kissed Gold Coast lifestyle, in some ways, the sun…

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The New Love Language & A Fitness Dating Test 46:52

1M ago46:52

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It's news-free Friday so unpacking Buckingham Palace's announcement about Prince Andrew (let's make that just plain Andrew Mountbatten Windsor, shall we?) will have to wait until Monday when rest assured we'll be going in deep. In the meantime... Our Em’s had enough of men playing it cool. On today's episode of MMOL, she’s responding to the Outloud…

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A Dress, A House & A Celebrity Divorce Conspiracy 41:32

1M ago41:32

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Are celebrities oversharing about their splits? Nicole Kidman's keeping it classic - sending us subliminal messages through clothes (see: revenge dress). Lily Allen is being extremely 2025 by putting her Notes-app confessions to music. But why are we being kept so clearly in the loop of some very private business? Welcome to a slightly unhinged con…

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Lily Allen's Unevenly Open Marriage & ‘Likeable’ Kristen Bell 45:40

1M ago45:40

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The terms “Nonmonogamummy” and “Pussy Palace” weren’t exactly on our cultural bingo cards for 2025… yet here we are. Lily Allen’s new album is a gloriously messy post-divorce confessional — a world away from the Gwyneth Paltrow school of conscious uncoupling. And, Season 2 of Nobody Wants This has finally dropped — but one of our hosts is far too d…

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Other People’s Marriages & Your New 'Shobby' 48:23

2M ago48:23

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Got a shobby? You know — a short-term hobby for even shorter attention spans that fills the void between doomscrolls. Claire Murphy's hitting the high notes at Pub Choir, Holly’s deep in her Duolingo era, and Em V’s gone old school with a shobby that's like her full-time job now. We’re also diving headfirst into Other People’s Marriages. After the …

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The Exact Reason The Golden Bachelor Highlights A New Class Divide 47:12

2M ago47:12

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Holly Wainwright is deep into The Golden Bachelor, and she has one piping-hot take—but it may not be the one you're expecting. Claire Murphy and Amelia Lester are here to figure out if Hol is just secretly projecting on to a man called Bear or whether she has a point. And friends, you're not stressed, you're in the 'October Slump'. If time is swirl…

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A Royal Vanishing Act & Does Fashion Hate Women? 44:55

2M ago44:55

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Prince Andrew - the royal problem that just won't go away - has done just that, by giving up his royal titles. So, Amelia Lester and Claire Murphy join our royal correspondent Holly Wainwright to try understand - why now? Plus, does high fashion actually hate women? From a dress that looks more like a cocoon, to an ensemble that includes a mask cov…

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The Friends Vs Family Trap & We're All Rapunzel Now 49:44

2M ago49:44

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Ever heard of 'Chatfishing’? Believe us, it's a thing, people, and may make you look at every message you receive in a whole new light. The trend is now to use ChatGPT for banter on dating apps and it’s leading to some awkward in-person dates. The bus tour you did through Europe in your twenties has now been replaced with sunrise yoga and morning r…

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"A Comedian Hurt My Feelings" 45:34

2M ago45:34

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While there's an overwhelming sense of hope from the Middle East peace deal this week, we have some very complicated feelings about Donald Trump, so today, Jessie and Holly unpack them with Amelia and ask, "Can two things be true?" A comedian really hurt Amelia’s feelings at a live show recently and we’re asking when it’s okay to take the piss out …

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The Victoria Beckham Documentary Is Hard To Watch 55:42

2M ago55:42

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Victoria Beckham’s new docu-series has landed, and while it teases bombshells, it mostly confirms what we thought we already knew. Amelia, Jessie and Holly dive into the nostalgia, the PR spin, and what we really learnt that made watching so uncomfortable.. Also, Princess Kate Middleton has published an essay underlining our worst fears, that mobil…

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The New High Status Boyfriend 43:22

2M ago43:22

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There's a new celebrity boyfriend doing the rounds and everyone from Jennifer Aniston to Princess Martha Louise of Norway (a royal rebel if ever there was one) are here to confirm that the spiritual-softboi era is officially here. Holly has a precise theory as to why. And Jessie poses a provocative question to both Holly and Mamamia's Editor, Stace…

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The Celebrity Couple Who Need To Stay Away From Each Other 49:46

2M ago49:46

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LITTLE TREAT: Holly & Jessie Spill The Tea On Writing A Book 31:48

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Why No One's Having Sex In Bed Anymore 51:17

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Decoding The Nicole Kidman & Keith Urban Divorce Narrative 52:34

2M ago52:34

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One of Australia's most iconic couples have called it quits. We are of course talking about Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban. Holly sits down with Amelia and Jessie to unpack what we know and to decode what's fact, what's fiction and what's plain ol' scurrilous gossip. Plus, when was the last time you changed your makeup routine? If it's been a hot mi…

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Vanessa Amorosi, Emma Watson & The Problem When Kids Earn More Than Their Parents 52:31

2M ago52:31

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Australian singer Vanessa Amorosi has spoken about the very messy feud with her mum and the financial fallout that destroyed their relationship. But does it reveal more about the bizarre dynamics of child stars and their families? Also, Jessie has a question: if you’re going through something in your personal life, should you tell your workplace ab…

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Victoria Beckham’s Version & Jessie’s Very Big News 55:32

2M ago55:32

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Victoria Beckham's about to release one. Charlie Sheen's got one. Even OnlyFans creator Bonnie Blue has got one. It seems every celebrity and public figure is getting their own documentary right now. What's behind this sudden surge? We discuss the rise of the celebrity documentary phenomenon and share our theory as to why they're more popular than …

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The Surprising ‘Phone’ Theory That Changes… Everything 42:55

3M ago42:55

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Welcome to Amelia Lester's original theory about your phone battery that makes PERFECT sense. It actually has nothing to do with your phone, and everything to do with naps. Also, an announcement from US President Donald Trump this week about pregnancy, autism and paracetamol has upset a lot of people. We discuss the impact on women, how medical exp…

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A Joke That Went 'Too Far' & The Internet’s Biggest Cheating Scandal 52:07

3M ago52:07

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Jimmy Kimmel’s late night show was pulled off the air last week and there has been a LOT of conversation around it politically, morally, constitutionally - but what does it all mean? And should we be freaking out? We break down the controversy you've seen in your feed and what it means for comedy in 2025. Plus, remember Ned Fulmer? The original 'Wi…

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The Questionable Brilliance Of The 'Lemon Law' 53:00

3M ago53:00

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Picture this. You’re on a date or sitting in a job interview. Four minutes in, you know — this isn’t it. Do you cut your losses and walk, or sit there smiling politely for the next painful hour? Same with a conversation that's making you quietly die inside or reading a book that came highly recommended —do you carry on or quit? That, in essence, is…

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The Ultimate Dibber Dobber & The Bruce Willis Dementia Backlash 45:25

3M ago45:25

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Leave it to Donald Trump to redefine international etiquette — this time as a dibber-dobber. Threatening to tattle on a reporter to Australia's PM Anthony Albanese, Trump turned political theatrics into a cross-border spectacle. Mia, Jessie and Amelia investigate this most unAustralian of crimes on today's show. And, an update on Bruce Willis’ cond…

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An Assassination In Broad Daylight. And What Happened Next. 43:41

3M ago43:41

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The assassination of Charlie Kirk dominated the news all weekend. As the arguments rage online, we unpack the aftermath and what it means for political discourse moving forward. Then, a royal twist. Prince Harry’s return to the UK may have changed everything—and yes, it involves a specific cake with serious meaning. Plus, Jessie’s trend of the week…

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PARENTING OUT LOUD: Unpacking The KPop Demon Hunters Obsession & A Tracking Tool Controversy 52:36

3M ago52:36

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Outlouders, it’s Parenting Out Loud to kick off your weekend right. Monz, Amelia and Stacey are here to unpack the week — through the wild, wonderful lens of parenthood. Love what you hear? This is the last time you'll be able to find us in this feed so if you want to hear more, follow Parenting Out Loud in your podcast app — new episodes drop EVER…

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So, We Sat Down With A Tarot Card Reader 1:01:16

3M ago1:01:16

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Three Out Loud hosts, one tarot card reader, Evelyn, and our unfiltered reactions. What could go wrong? Outlouders, this is an episode we have been looking forward to. Also, we’re not just reading our futures — Holly unpacks the vulnerable and heartfelt revelations in Liz Gilbert’s new book, including her self-proclaimed 'love addiction'. So why do…

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Why Every Goal Suddenly Feels Urgent (and What Lazy Gewls Do Next) 46:01

3M ago46:01

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There's a new species of male that's captured Amelia's attention. He's a literature loving, matcha drinking, standup guy that seems to capture the female gaze perfectly. Except: none of it's real. The Performative Man is faking it. La Lester explains. Plus, we have to revisit the Coldplay kiss cam cheating scandal. The latest update changes EVERYTH…

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Holly Makes An Apology & The New Small Talk Hack 44:42

3M ago44:42

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Outlouders, Holly has a mea culpa for your Monday. This one involves Princess Kate, her hair, and the internet theories we all wish we hadn't read. Plus, we unpack the other big royal news. This time it's about Prince Harry and yes, it's got everyone talking. And, are you scared of small talk? You're not alone. Amelia Lester’s bringing the actually…

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PARENTING OUT LOUD: The 'Normal' We Need To Interrogate & The Father's Day Rethink 39:24

3M ago39:24

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Outlouders, it's that time of the week again. Parenting Out Loud is back in your ears to start your weekend right. Each week, Monique Bowley, Amelia Lester and Stacey Hicks unpack the zeitgeist through the unique lens of being a parent. On today's show: Father’s Day is tomorrow and there's been a distinct shift in its marketing. Amelia unpacks what…

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The Google Doc That Scares Us To Death 47:48

3M ago47:48

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It all started with a Google Doc. Half of you—like Holly—are going to love it. The other half? Yeah, maybe not so much. But stick with us, because this isn’t just admin—it’s a document your loved ones will thank you for one day. We've made it easy for you by including a link to it below. Download or... ignore. And, Amelia’s latest internet obsessio…

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You're Not Imagining It. Everyone Is Ruder 46:16

3M ago46:16

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Why are we all so bloody rude? A new report shows retail workers are copping it worse than ever, and we’ve got a theory as to why. And, the Princess Test: the Royals’ bizarre initiation ritual for new family members visiting Balmoral for the first time. Holly reveals what it involves—and asks if you’d survive it. Plus, for 48 hours, the internet sw…

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Why We All So Desperately Wanted This Love Story To Be True 40:19

3M ago40:19

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Say it's not so! Is the romance between Pamela Anderson and Liam Neeson really just a PR stunt? We investigate (through bitter tears). Plus, the fertility test women have been paying for. Doctors now say it doesn’t actually work. Jessie, Holly and Amelia unpack what that means for women everywhere. And, labubus. The nightmare-fuel plushies the inte…

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PARENTING OUT LOUD: The Third Kid Dessert Analogy & FFS, Please Stop With The Texts 45:44

3M ago45:44

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🎉 Guess who's back, back again… 🎉 Outlouders, you asked. We listened. And now, it’s happening: Amelia Lester and Stacey Hicks are officially back — and they’ve brought the one and only Monique Bowley with them. Yep, Monz has returned to the Mamamia family to bring you Parenting Out Loud. If you love it (OF COURSE YOU WILL), make it your new Saturda…

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The Snow Globe Effect & Brad Pitt’s Victory Lap 59:45

3M ago59:45

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When something Earth shattering disrupts your life, what happens in the aftermath? The 'snow-globe effect' is an analogy we learned recently, and it explains a feeling we've never been able to articulate. And are you an extrovert, introvert or otrovert? If you’re like Holly, this new term might describe you. Also, we have FOUR things for you to wat…

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The One Where Mia Stormed The Studio 40:37

3M ago40:37

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ICYMI (SERIOUSLY, WHERE HAVE YOU BEEN?) Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are engaged. Jessie, Amelia and Holly are joined by a very special guest, MMOL official Taylor Swift correspondent Mia Freedman to decode the whole shebang. And when we say 'are joined', it was more of a forced entry situation. And, we discuss Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's an…