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.
'Not quite right' seems to be the feedback for today. Why have six women gone to space in full glam for *checks notes* 11 minutes, only to return to earth and kiss the ground? Side note, why are Kris Jenner and Khloe Kardashian giving interviews about it? We don't remember this episode of The Simpsons.
Similarly, why are our politicians dropping diss tracks and is this the new form that election campaigns should take from now on? Can the 2025-2026 budget be released via SoundCloud too?
Finally, given the long weekend, we thought we'd leave you with some bonus reccos as a little treat. Holly Wainwright is joined by Clare Stephens and Em Vernem for a book, a TV show and a building that aren't afraid to take up space.
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Em wants you to read How to End a Love Story by Yulin Kuang AND go to the library.
Clare wants you to watch The Pitt on BINGE.
Holly wants you to watch Running Point on Netflix.
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An ageing Boomer bad boy and a queer 21-year-old multi-millionairess locked in a house together. What could possibly go wrong? Quite a lot actually. Many thoughts. We discuss what happened with Jojo Siwa and Mickey Rourke on Celebrity Big Brother.
Plus, there were lots of cool people in the desert this weekend, paying $20 AUD for a 'super duper' shower. That's right, it's Coachella season. As always, the fashion is arguably the main festival headliner, and hosts Holly Wainwright, friend of the pod Em Vernem and the legend that is Clare Stephens, define the different levels of cool within this influencer world.
And, relationships. What do the top five percent of them have in common and why is it so horrifying to Em? Group therapy is in session.
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We're living in the age of diagnosis. But are we about to enter a new era – one of de–diagnosis, where we can give some of our pathologies back? We discuss a new book that's changing the way we see what's wrong with us.
Plus, we have some recommendations including a rashie (yes, you read that right) and two fabulous new memoirs about an It Girl and a magazine mogul.
And, a Nicole test, a bingle and multiple viewings of a questionable film, plus Jessie's car disaster. It’s Best & Worst.
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Jessie wants you to check out Avaly's black rashie.
Holly wants you to read Say Everything: A Memoir By Ione Skye.
Amelia wants you to read When The Going Was Good by Graydon Carter.
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Hosts: Jessie Stephens, Holly Wainwright & Amelia Lester
Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine
Executive Producer: Emeline Gazilas
Audio Producer: Leah Porges
Video Producer: Josh Green
Junior Content Producers: Coco Lavigne & Tessa Kotowicz
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Old friends. After a spotlight was cast upon the female friendship dynamic in The White Lotus Season 3, we have some thoughts. Are old friendships toxic, or are their sometimes fraught, no BS nature the very thing that makes them the most valuable?
Plus, what makes a politician? When Peter Dutton received troubling news minutes before the first Australian Leaders debate, a subsequent discussion emerged. When does a personal crisis trump the requirements of a role and exactly what does it take to be a leader?
Finally, astroturfing. No, this doesn't relate to Holly's garden but the manufacturing of public smear campaigns against celebrities, disguised as organic content. Holly, Jessie and friend of the pod Amelia Lester discuss the internet's latest celebrity victim – and what's behind her takedown.
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Look, no one missed the photos of Robert Irwin posing in his undies over the weekend., The ad campaign included a giant snake, a spider, a lizard and young Bob looking very handsome – did you have complicated feelings? We did and most of them involved... bread.
And, bamboozled by the tariff talk? Muddled about the stock market mayhem? Fortunately for all of us, Amelia Lester is across it and happy to explain it in a way that makes sense.
Plus, the 7 point outfit hack that’s going to revolutionise the way you get dressed in the mornings.
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It's a celebration of hot wives, sex tips only for married women, natural contraception and “nap time friendly careers”. Welcome to the new movement of ‘Conservative Cosmo’ media brands. We explain the emergence of Evie and why we're seeing a growth in conservative women's mags right now.
Plus, we share our recommendations including a very funny TV show, an instant Australian classic and the most perfect audiobook experience imaginable.
And, Jessie's very terrible week, Brent is cutting Holly's grass and Mia met her people. It's best and worst.
Also... we share some unsolicited wombat facts.
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Jessie wants you to watch Last one Laughing on Prime Video.
Mia wants you to watch The Last Anniversary on Binge.
Holly wants you to listen to the I Feel Bad About My Neck audiobook.
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There are two types of people in this world. The pranksters who live for April Fools' chaos, and the rest of us who'd rather eat glass than endure another workplace whoopee cushion. Which camp are you claiming? Plus, Jessie has some feedback and a theory about April Fools' Day.
Also, the very public custody battles with some of the richest, highest-profile, most volatile men in the world. From copyright claims to children appearing in presidential offices, we unpack the high-stakes turmoil surrounding Kanye West and Elon Musk.
And kinks are having their moment in pop culture, with The White Lotus season 3 finale coming next week and a confession on Gwyneth Paltrow's latest Goop podcast we have many questions.
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What did you do before 9am today and did it involve dunking your face in ice at least three times and rubbing the inside of a banana on your skin? If not, join us as we discuss the man with the five-hour morning routine. It's a vibe.
Plus, Chappell Roan has another unpopular opinion: She’s never met a happy parent. Does she have a point?
And, did you know that worrying takes as much energy as climbing a set of stairs while carrying something heavy? We now know exactly why you’re always tired.
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From low-stakes internet use, to an iconic era of pop culture moments: Were millennials the last generation to really have it all? That slight crunch you can hear is special guest Amelia Lester flexing for all she's worth.
Plus, our recommendations include a deeply original novel, some no-bullshit health advice and a lipliner that's taken someone's lip game up a notch.
And our Bests & Worsts of the week: an amalgamation of singing, dancing and having nightmares – all at the same time.
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Mia wants you to read Mother Tongue by Naima Brown
Holly wants you to listen to Well
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Audio Producer: Lu Hill & Tegan Sadler
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Meghan Markle, uh Sussex, has a new side hustle and it involves your wardrobe. Why you buying a pair of jeans can earn the California duchess $16.80.
Yes, on the show today, we unpack how royals are diversifying, either willingly or not, thanks to 2025’s influencer culture. For some of them, it might even include a foray into *checks notes* milk.
Plus, are you a lucky girl? TikTok’s latest manifestation trend explores the art of delusion to ensure you get what you want, every time. Except when you're Jessie and you're lucky even when you don't want to be. Our self-confessed lucky girl explains all.
And, the return-to-office debate has taken a surprising turn. Is the location of your desk now a political statement? We discuss.
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Audio Producer: Scott Stronach
Video Producer: Josh Green
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Outlouders, we're here to bust some very important fake pyramid news. Welcome to the anatomy of a conspiracy.
Plus, the 80-20 theory that everyone’s madly googling after the TV phenomenon that is Adolescence.
And, one of the stars of The White Lotus wants you to stop asking about his penis, please.
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CREDITS:
Hosts: Holly Wainwright, Amelia Lester & Mia Freedman
Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine
Executive Producer: Emeline Gazilas
Audio Producer: Leah Porges
Video Producer: Josh Green
Junior Content Producers: Coco Lavigne & Tessa Kotowicz
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.
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