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On Saturday morning the body of 25-year-old Courtney Herron was found in Melbourne’s Royal Park in Parkville. There’s been a lot of coverage surrounding Courtney’s death, shockingly she’s the 20th woman to be killed in Australia this year. But people are specifically focussing on the fact that she was homeless and that she’d been seeking government assistance for some...

If you've ever wanted to know how the Outlouders prepare for their shows or how Mia, Jessie, and Holly really are, then this is your chance to find out. The Outlouders are back for another Ask Us Anything bonus episode.  END BITS Hosts: Mia Freedman ,  Jessie Stephens and Holly Wainwright. Producer: Elissa Ratliff COME TALK TO US Join the Out Louders Facebook group GET IN TOUCH: Call the...

Dating is hard. Particularly if someone thinks you were dating when you weren't. In his new memoir, American music producer and DJ Moby wrote that he and actress Natalie Portman briefly dated when she was 20 and he was 33.The thing is, Portman denies the claims, saying that Moby was “a much older man being creepy with me when I had just graduated from high school.” Portman also says sh...

This week, deputy leader of the Labor Party, Tanya Plibersek, announced she would not be contesting the leadership. Which is perfect for Holly because she's got some post-election thoughts she needs to get off her chest. Plus, filling in for Mia this week is Editorial Assistant Jess Wang and she’s brought an equally serious question to the table...can you pat a dog without asking it's owner...

We’re jumping into your ears today for a quick download about the weekend’s election result. Because however you voted - and we know that we have listeners who vote in all directions - it was a SURPRISE. If you’re feeling pretty happy today, or if you’re Googling ‘how do I move to New Zealand please,’ we’re here for you. TELL US HOW YOU FEEL Call the...

The election is happening TOMORROW - and 3.5 million Australians have already voted. This has never happened before and no-one really knows why. So is this a generational shift away from ‘event’ voting and towards convenience?  It’s going to completely change the way politicians campaign next time and also means it’s likely we won’t get a result on Saturday and H...

Listen to their election bonus from The Quicky here: https://omny.fm/shows/the-quicky/who-do-i-vote-for   Have you got a case of the Election 'blahs'? Don't know where to put your X next week? Well, we've decided to drop a couple of special politics episodes of Mamamia Out Loud to help you to cut through all the election noise. On today’s episode, Mia goes rogue with the host of The Qui...

This week, the internet canceled a 19-year-old Youtuber called James Charles. In a matter of days, the teenage YouTuber lost 2.6 million subscribers and counting. He was unfollowed by some of the biggest names on social media, including Kylie Jenner, Kim Kardashian, Demi Lovato, Katy Perry, Shawn Mendes and Miley Cyrus – many of whom didn’t just follow his account, but know him persona...

Have you got a case of the Election 'blahs'? Don't know where to put your X next week? Well, we've decided to drop a couple of special politics episodes of Mamamia Out Loud to help you to cut through all the election noise. On today’s episode, Holly Wainwright and Jessie Stephens are joined by the National Political Editor at Sydney’s Daily Telegraph, Sharri Markson, to talk about what...

In case you missed it, Meghan Markle and Prince Harry had their baby and everyone is going bananas for Archie Harrison Mountbatten Windsor.  But they're also judging new mother, Meghan.  Should she have worn a white dress?  Did she look too good and is that unfair to new mothers? Why was she standing behind Harry instead of confidently striding towards the cameras?  But is it f...

If you open up your Instagram app, chances are you will see a lot more tears and a lot less pristine avo on toast. Instagram is becoming 'more real'... or is it? Our Entertainment Editor Laura Brodnik has a theory that Instagram has found a new way to make women feel bad about themselves, and she joins us to explain how. Plus, is it problematic for your friends to get it on at your wedding? And di...

Have you got a case of the Election 'blahs'? Don't know where to put your X next week? Well, we've decided to drop a couple of special politics episodes of Mamamia Out Loud to help you to cut through all the election noise. On today's episode we are joined by ABC Senior Journalist, Ashleigh Raper - who's been working on the ABC's Vote Compass tool (you can check it out here: https://votecompass.ab...

If you've ever wanted to know how the Outlouders prepare for their shows or how Jessie feels about dating Mia's son then this is your chance to find out... END BITS Hosts: Mia Freedman ,  Jessie Stephens and Holly Wainwright. Producer: Elissa Ratliff COME TALK TO US Join the Out Louders Facebook group GET IN TOUCH: Call the PodPhone on 02 8999 9386. Email the show at outloud@mamamia.com.au Ma...

In case you missed it, a response to a housing inquiry has gone viral after the applicant was turned down for being a Capricorn. So is it acceptable to pick your housemates by their star signs? Plus, what the heck has been going on in Australian politics this week? And why don’t politicians realise they’ve got a social footprint? Holly’s here to explain. And actress Olivia Munn i...

A royal is reportedly having her baby at home and everyone wants a birth with the royal stamp of approval. But should anyone be copying that with the same enthusiasm we're copying her taste in shoes? This week the media has had a bit of a thing for Chloe Shorten and the PM's wife, Jenny Morrison Does it matter at all who a political leader lives with when it comes to deciding your vote? And... doe...

Send a lot of these: 😍❤️😍❤️😍❤️😍❤️😍? Bad news. According to new research published in Frontiers in Psychology, the interpretation of emojis can vary dramatically depending on the gender of the sender. Which means you might be creeping some people out with your emoji use. Plus, there’s a well-informed rumour that Prince Harry and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, might be moving to Africa follow...

Professional singer of sad love songs, Adele, has split with her husband Simon Konecki and the interview is rejoicing!  Why? Because they know heartbreak means the sweet hits are coming. But should we be reveling in someone else’s misery because it’ll have a positive impact on our Spotify playlist? And the Sri Lankan government turned off social media after the attacks that left o...

Treat yourself this Easter with a very special bonus episode of Mamamia Out Loud!  Mia, Jessie and Holly dish up everything you should be binge-watching, reading and listening to this long weekend as you stuff yourself with chocolate and hot cross buns. Watch:  Mia: 4Corners “Orphans of Isis" on ABC , Younger on Stan  and Get Krackin’ on ABC iView Holly:  Our Planet...

In case you missed it: Kim Kardashian is nailing her legal exams; you're going to be spending your weekend watching Beyonce slay and there's a woman in Mexico who performed her own c-section. Yup. Plus, the day that we thought would never come has arrived: Angelina Jolie has joined her ex's ex Jennifer Aniston on the tabloid shelves with a great big SAD printed across her face. And... If you've ev...

The world saw an irreplaceable icon burning this week, and reacted with horror. But Australia is about to lose one of its own unique wonders, and where are the billionaires' donations to save it? Plus, following Israel Folau’s comments online espousing his fundamentalist views on everything from the gay community to people who drink alcohol we ask: What does free speech have to do with it? A...

Do you need to send a thank you note after a job interview? Or is that just bollocks? Y Speaking of bollocks, if you’re addicted to your phone and a bit ashamed of how much time you spend on it, here’s why you shouldn’t be. And Britney Spears has checked herself into a mental health clinic, 12 years after her notorious 'breakdown'. And this time, no one is making fun of her. Has...

Everyone is talking about vegans and farmers. Where do you stand on the protests that shocked the nation on Monday? If you didn't watch Married At First Sight, are you a snob? And do women have an obligation to each other not to post pictures of themselves in white, pad-free bikinis right after they've had a baby? Holly, Mia and Jessie discuss all of this on today's Mamamia Out Loud. END BITS List...

Natalie Joyce has relaunched herself as a bodybuilder and it’s making Holly Wainwright very happy. But is this relaunch about body image or strength? Plus, the world of vegan Youtubers is imploding and Mia is going to explain why. Hear more about that on The Quicky: https://omny.fm/shows/the-quicky/why-the-weird-world-of-vegan-youtubers-is-implodin   And when was the last time you check...

You need three things in life. A nemesis, a mentor and an arch enemy. Why, you ask? Motivation. There was an article in The Atlantic this week titled “Get Yourself a Nemesis.” You can read it here, but basically, it says a nemesis can push you to do better. And Jessie agrees. Plus are Australians lazy? Businesswoman Roxy Jacenko has given an interview this week saying pretty much...

Your thoughts about what was discussed on our podcasts this month. From Dyson's to Emotional Labour to what people eat for lunch. Your feedback is all here, and we're listening... END BITS Hosts: Mia Freedman ,  Jessie Stephens and Holly Wainwright. Producers: Elissa Ratliff  COME TALK TO US Join the Out Louders Facebook group GET IN TOUCH: Call the PodPhone on 02 8999 9386. Email the sh...