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Greta Thunberg and other members of the Global Sumud Flotilla have been deported, after being abducted and physically abused by Israeli soldiers. Taylor Swift has released her new album, Life Of A Showgirl - we dissect her love with Travis Kelce, her diss track about Charli XCX, her being a 'father figure' in the industry and cultivating loyalty from her 'protege's' and her take on cancel culture....

Small Talk is back! It couldn't feel like a more perfect moment in these crazy times for such an important topic, gratitude. In this episode I am lucky enough to sit down with Dominique Elissa - a model, founder of Self Dom, host of the Self Dom podcast, a pilates instructor and now a gratitude coach. We hear not only about tools to implement gratitude and the science to back it, but Dom's persona...

Welcome to part two of our Roe v Wade deep dive. In this episode we focus on the international ripple effects of the decision, Australia's own history of legalising and decriminalising abortion state by state, and the devastating fallout after the overturning of Roe v Wade and how that was legally made possible. We also look at how it has continued to be a debate in Australian culture and politics...

Emma Watson did her first ever podcast interview with Jay Shetty, talking about her childhood, activism, Hollywood and of course, JK Rowling. This year marked the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly, we discuss Albanese, Trump and Netanyahu's speeches. Benny Blanco and Selena Gomez tie the not in Santa Barbara, California. Freya Leaches show, 'Freya Fires Up', on Sky News has been...

In this episode, we dive into the true story behind Roe v. Wade, exploring not just the landmark U.S. Supreme Court case itself, but the real people at the heart of it and the decades-long fight over reproductive rights that followed. We introduce Norma McCorvey, who was Jane Roe, as well as Linda Coffee and Sarah Weddington, the 26 and 28 year old lawyers who stood before the Supreme Court. We al...

Last week, the ABC announced it was suspending Jimmy Kimmel’s late-night show “indefinitely” following backlash from conservatives who accused him of not being respectful enough of far-right activist Charlie Kirk’s death and Trump’s recent reactions - raising questions over free speech. Charlie Kirks memorial was attended by over 200,000 and watched by over a million online - speakers included Tru...

The eldest boy, Lachlan Murdoch, has secured full control of the Murdoch Media empire. A recap of the 2025 Emmys: Hannah Einbender speaks out on Palestine, Adolescence's Owen Cooper becomes the youngest winner at 15 years old and Stephen Colbert receives standing ovation. Far right activist was shot dead last week, we discuss the details of what happened, the shooter being identified and the onlin...

This week, Labor signed a secretive deal with the Nauruan Government. We discuss the details. Actor KJ Apa posting online as his alter ego, a British man with a bob and a dream of being a famous musician called Mr Fantasy, is proof Hannah Montana was absolutely a believable, realistic plot line. The Beijing Military Parade marked the 80th anniversary of Japan’s surrender in WWII. Why was former Vi...

In today's episode we want to start by addressing the response creator Chloe Baradinsky (Chloe Barry Hang) had to our latest episode where we discussed broadly the recent influx of content creators in Afghanistan, following her posting her recent travels there. ABC Podcast   ABC article   NBC article We then discuss the tens of thousands who attended ‘March for Australia’ rallies on Sunday, they w...

Today is a very special episode of Small Talk, chatting to the Co-Founder and Creative Director of Camilla and Marc, Camilla Freeman Topper, about the impact of their 'Ovaries: Let's Talk About Them" campaign. Camilla speaks to her career, how fashion and advocacy can work hand-in-hand, research into women's health and how important this campaign is after losing her Mum to Ovarian cancer as a chil...

We pick up where we left in Part One, Epstein in jail awaiting trial. We examine the conspiracy about if he was in fact killed and why so many people believe that. We assess his friendship to President Donald Trump and Prince Andrew, as well as his infamous BBC interview. We then look to Ghislaine Maxwell's trial and what she is demanding from the President now, in the present day. See omnystudio....

Bruce Lehrmann went back into the lion’s den, entering the federal court to appeal his defamation case. It hasn’t gone well for him. Four years after the Taliban took power following a chaotic withdrawal of U.S.-led forces in 2021, influencers are traveling to Afghanistan in droves. Benjamin Netanyahu has attacked Anthony Albanese, calling him ‘weak’ for recognising Palestinian Statehood. Actress...

Inspired by an article Kriti Gupta wrote for Elle, Fast Fashion Has A Problem With Co-Opting South Asian Design , this weeks small talk will be an open conversation around how TikTok trends and major fashion houses co-opt different cultures. We discuss the trickle down effect of that on everyday consumers and how so many of these trends might be taken from other cultures without so many even reali...

Epstein is a name that has dominated the headlines for years. To convince you of how pivotal this story is - let me use a recent direct quote from Trump himself.  “Are you still talking about Jeffrey Epstein? This guy’s been talked about for years … are people still talking about this guy, this creep? … I can’t believe you’re asking a question about Epstein.” Or perhaps, this ABC headline, “ The g...

Sourdough, internet hate, being in love, the new album, countless easter eggs - we go through everything of note from the New Heights and Taylor Swift 2 Hour Podcast Episode. Also, a conversation about if we should expect Taylor Swift to be political. Donald Trump met with Vladimir Putin in Alaska last week and failed to negotiate a ceasefire for Ukraine, in news that surprises no one. Sex and Cit...

This week we tackle a big, very current conversation - the complexities of choice feminism. Kriti Gupta, a writer and multi hyphenate creative chats to me today about the difference waves of feminism, what choice feminism is, acceptance that no one can embody the 'perfect' feminist and how to be better aware of positions of privilege. It's a complicated conversation and this is still only scratchi...

FOLLOW BIG SMALL TALK ON ON INSTAGRAM TS12 is coming!! The Kelce brothers podcast secure the big new album announcement. NSW MP for Kiama and convicted criminal, Gareth Ward, tried to keep his job from prison. The Las Culturalista's podcast has made headlines with their new Awards Show. Kathleen Folbigg, who was wrongfully convicted of the murder of her children, is offered only $2 million in comp...

Let's talk about Weddings. There are endless discussions we could have about traditions, proposals, wedding parties, expenses and events. Thankfully, Carmen (ZigsMom) is not only a friend and incredibly funny, she is somewhat of a wedding expert having attended so many now. We ask, do you want a wedding? A proposal? How should you ask your wedding party? Are Hen's tacky now? Do you want to be walk...

Why was the Sydney Sweeney American Eagle Ad such a hot topic this week? We discuss eugenics, Sydney being Republican, if the discourse is justified and Trumps recent Tweet (naming both Sydney and Taylor Swift). The protest in Sydney for Palestine across the Harbour Bridge had a huge turnout, prompting more of a response from the Labor government. Ghislaine Maxwell asks for Pardon and Immunity to...

I am lucky enough to be joined today by OBGYN, NYT best selling author and content creator Dr Jen Gunter. Following recent discussions on the podcast about Lorde saying coming off the pill was the 'best drug' and an influx of anti-pill content online, I was feeling a little unsure if this was something I should still be taking. Dr Gunter answered all my questions - does it impact who we're attract...

The top 10 voted best Australian songs of all time thanks to special Triple J countdown. Parliament returns, cost of living and HECS tops the agenda. Penny Wong introduced a motion to condemn the actions of Hamas, the coalition tried to amend it to remove references to Palestinian suffering, Greens senator Faruqi protested by holding a sign that read "Gaza is starving". South Park kicks off new se...

Hannah is back for this mid-year check-in episode! We open up about how we're feeling in our current work - Hannah post-election and Sarah as a freelancer. We chat about what we can do to help burn out and the best lessons we've learned in 2025 so far. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In part two we discuss the short and long term impact of the Mabo Case. We look at how Australians responded, the fear mongering and misinformation and how Keating handled it at the time. We then open up the Wik Case, which addressed native title and pastoral leases. The Howard government response to this, his 10 point plan and how this impacted Native Title. See omnystudio.com/listener for privac...

Follow us on Instagram Why is the world so invested in the Coldplay concert cheating scandal? Trump sues Murdoch over the Wall Streets Journal's coverage of his and Epstein's friendship. Charli XCX gets married in a low-key ceremony. Pete Davidson announces he and his girlfriend Elsie are expecting a baby. The Federal Court has determined the government does not owe a duty of care to Torres Strait...

This is a VERY exciting episode if you, like me, grew up watching the HBO's hit show GIRLS, have seen the Megan movies and also thought Jordan Peele's movie 'Get Out' was a cinematic masterpiece! I got the opportunity to chat to the incredible lead actress, Allison Williams! I asked Allison about the powerful messaging behind all her chosen projects. Starting with Girls, we discuss what was so gro...