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SUNDAY SPECIAL: But What Have You Done To Your Face
Outlouders, in 2025 many people are celebrating the new and making changes for themselves. We've spoken on the show at lengths about the pressures of beauty standards on women in society. To look younger is a conversation that isn't going anywhere. Which is why today, we are sharing with you a fascinating episode of MID that Holly did last year... because even supermodels have the same thoughts that we do. Alison Brahe Daddo was THE Australian model of the late 80s, on every magazine cover and on many a teenage girl’s wall. She had a huge career here and overseas. In recent years she became the most honest, interesting voice about midlife and menopause and all the messy challenges it brings us. But in this episode, Holly and Ali get deep about surface stuff. Beauty, whatever it means to us - and let’s be honest, there’s a sliding scale of how much any of us can ever claim to have felt beautiful, at any age - is a beast in midlife. Because how we wear our age on our face and our bodies can feel so important, so crucial to how the outside world sees us, even as we know it’s really the silliest of all our concerns. It often doesn’t feel that way. LINKS: You can follow Ali on Instagram here. Find her books and other projects here. THE END BITS: Share your feedback! Send us a voice message or email us at [email protected] Follow us on Instagram @MidbyMamamia or sign up to the MID newsletter, dropping weekly here. CREDITS: Host: Holly Wainwright Executive Producer: Naima Brown Producer: Tahli Blackman Audio Producer: Thom Lion & Leah Porges 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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"Sorry, Can't Make It": The Appeal Of A Post-Social Life
Are you more anti-social than you used to be? Than your parents were? Than you’d like to be? Welcome, friends to the Anti-Social Century, where we’d just like everyone else to... bugger off. Plus, a doco Mia’s obsessed with, a podcast for super fans and a trademark Jessie Stephens depressing TV show. Yes, it’s recommendations. And our Best & Worsts of the week: Jessie had a VERY bad Tuesday, Holly met a beautiful supervillain and Mia’s brain is betraying her. Support independent women's media Get your tickets to the Mamamia Out Loud Live 2025 All or Nothing Tour Presented By Nivea Cellular What To Listen To Next: Listen to our latest episode: The Doco Mia Could Not Watch Listen: Elon's Arm, Thirsty Women & Fourth Wing Listen: Trump Presidency 2.0 Has Landed Listen: Full Bush In A Bikini Listen: 'Let Them': The New Hack To Sort Out D*ckheads Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts The End Bits: Sign up to the Mamamia Out Loud Newsletter for all our recommendations and behind-the-scenes content in one place. Enter Lazy Gewl Giveaways here! Use code WALK20 for 20% off a yearly subscription. Recommendations: Mia wants you to watch SNL50 BEYOND SATURDAY NIGHT on Binge Holly wants you to listen to Are You A Charlotte? podcast Jessie wants you to watch Lockerbie: A Search for Truth on Binge & 7+ What To Read: Read: Everything you need to know about the Mamamia Out Loud ALL OR NOTHING TOUR coming May 2025 GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Send us an email at [email protected] 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 CREDITS: Hosts: Holly Wainwright, Mia Freedman & Jessie Stephens Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine Executive Producer: Emeline Gazilas Audio Production: Leah Porges Video Producer: Josh Green 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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Elon's Arm, Thirsty Women & Fourth Wing
While Donald Trump was sworn in for his second term as President of the United States yesterday, it’s Elon Musk who's stealing the show—and the headlines—with a viral clip. So, did he, didn’t he, and should we just pretend we didn’t see it? Meanwhile, in Australia, some women camped outside a bookstore this week for their smut fix, while others are sweet-talking AI in search of digital dirty talk. Welcome to safe sex in 2025—it’s a vibe. And, excellent news for you if you’ve just gone back to work and absolutely everything is pissing you right off… apparently it’s now good to cry at work. Support independent women's media Get your tickets to the Mamamia Out Loud Live 2025 All or Nothing Tour Presented By Nivea Cellular What To Listen To Next: Listen to our latest episode: Trump Presidency 2.0 Has Landed Listen: Full Bush In A Bikini Listen: 'Let Them': The New Hack To Sort Out D*ckheads Listen: The Wicked Divorce In Superficial Detail Listen: More Masculine Energy, Please Listen: The Stories We’ve Been Busting To Unpack PART ONE Listen: Meghan & The LA Fires Blame Game Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts The End Bits: Sign up to the Mamamia Out Loud Newsletter for all our recommendations and behind-the-scenes content in one place. What To Read: Read: Everything you need to know about the Mamamia Out Loud ALL OR NOTHING TOUR coming May 2025. Melania's hat, an 'arctic blast' and tech issues: The moments you missed from Trump's inauguration. Donald Trump signed more than 200 orders yesterday. Here's what you should know. The 28-year-old who has sex with her AI boyfriend. There's a new vaccine to cure UTIs. Only, there's a catch. GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Send us an email at [email protected] 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 CREDITS: Hosts: Holly Wainwright, Mia Freedman & Jessie Stephens Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine Executive Producer: Emeline Gazilas Audio Production: Leah Porges Video Producer: Josh Green 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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Full Bush In A Bikini
Is TikTok getting the boot in the US? Could it happen here in Australia? And more importantly, why should you care? If you're feeling lost in the chaos... SAME. We break it all down for you and er, ourselves. Plus, Holly isn’t the only one declaring 2025 as her Year of Nup. Turns out, Michelle Obama is increasingly nupping everything she doesn't fancy. It’s giving major Let Them energy, and honestly, we’re inspired. And… Meghan and Harry are back in the headlines with an epic Vanity Fair cover story and an 8,000-word profile. Yes, you read that right: 8,000 words. But don’t worry—we’ve done the hard work of reading it all so you don’t have to. Support independent women's media Get your tickets to the Mamamia Out Loud Live 2025 All or Nothing Tour Presented By Nivea Cellular What To Listen To Next: Listen to our latest episode: 'Let Them': The New Hack To Sort Out D*ckheads Listen: Word Of The Year 2025 Listen: The Wicked Divorce In Superficial Detail Listen: More Masculine Energy, Please Listen: The Stories We’ve Been Busting To Unpack PART ONE Listen: Meghan & The LA Fires Blame Game Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts The End Bits: Sign up to the Mamamia Out Loud Newsletter for all our recommendations and behind-the-scenes content in one place. What To Read: Read: Everything you need to know about the Mamamia Out Loud ALL OR NOTHING TOUR coming May 2025. Read: HOLLY WAINWRIGHT: 'Why I'm having a Year of "Nup".' Read: The depressing truth about America's TikTok ban. Read: In TikTok's final hours, creators spilled their secrets. Now, the app is coming back. Read: The full list of contestants on I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here 2025. GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Send us an email at [email protected] 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 CREDITS: Hosts: Holly Wainwright, Mia Freedman & Jessie Stephens Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine Executive Producer: Emeline Gazilas Audio Production: Leah Porges Video Producer: Josh Green 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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SUNDAY SPECIAL: Leigh Campbell's Guide To Thrift Shopping
We all know Jessie Stephens has a soft spot for a good thrift find (and by "soft spot," we mean her entire wardrobe probably costs less than your last latte). So today, we’ve got a treat that’ll make her – and you – very happy. Leigh Campbell, host of Nothing To Wear and certified queen of the op shop, sits down with Mia Freedman to spill all the thrifty tea. From uncovering the coolest hidden stores to mastering what some are calling the 'ancient art of thrifting', Leigh shares her best hacks for snagging treasures without breaking the bank. Plus, she reveals the mindset you need to dodge buyer’s remorse (and possibly that sequined jumpsuit you thought you’d wear). If you want to upgrade your style for a fraction of the price, this episode is basically your golden ticket to fashion thrifting heaven. THE END BITS Want to shop the pod? Sign up to the Nothing To Wear Newsletter to see all the products mentioned plus more, delivered straight to your inbox after every episode. Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at [email protected] CREDITS: Host: Leigh Campbell Guest: Mia Freedman Producer: Grace Rouvray Audio Producer: Lu Hill 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'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.