Mamamia Out Loud

Happy New Year Outlouders! It’s the first day of 2025, and that means it's time for Word Of The Year.  If you're new here... welcome to the group and to one of our most anticipated episodes of the year.  New Year's resolutions can be a bit drab, so instead, every year we choose a word to that helps us set an intention for the 12 months ahead. Word of the Year is more of a vibe that...

What a wild year 2024 has been filled with highs and lows. One thing we are grateful for is having YOU the Outlouders with us every episode of this year.  In this episode, Holly, Mia and Jessie are reflecting on the year that was. From health concerns, seasons ending, best friends, life transitions.. and so much more. There is lots of deep and meaningful in this episode. Plus, Mia b...

Did you know that this time of year is when couples therapists are booked out? Can't think why... But it's for this reason that we have today's little treat — an episode which Mia Freedman wanted to share with you all from No Filter .  David Finch is a lot of things: he’s an Autism and Neurodiversity consultant, the author of The Journal of Best Practices; A Memoir of Marriage, As...

Outlouders, grief has no time for fancy words and clever jokes. In fact, it hasn't a lot of time for words, full-stop. It's a full-body experience that can change you on every level. And at this time of year, loss, be it past or present, can feel all the more raw. That's why this episode of MID feels so important to share today. Interfaith minister, author and death-walker Dr Jackie Bailey has exp...

We often get a little reflective at this time of year. What we want more, or less, of in  life. Where we're going. What it all means. And when you start thinking like this, it can lead to big life decisions. That's exactly what happened to Holly Wainwright. Three years ago, she was in this sort of reflective mood; one which ultimately led to her and her partner's decision to make the momentou...

Merry Christmas, Outlouders! If you need a break from family and festivities then this is the episode for you.  In 2023, Jessie and Clare Stephens decided enough was enough. Someone needed to put Christmas on trial. Because while the festive season can be great, it's also stressful, overwhelming and quite frankly, a lot of pressure to be merry and bright. Today, Jessie invites you into the Ca...

“We can bury anyone: Inside a Hollywood smear machine”. That’s the  New York Times headline that meant, holiday or no holiday, we were definitely bringing you a show today.  Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni made headlines just a few months ago for their roles in one of the year’s most-watched films, It Ends With Us . But what was happening off-screen turned out to...

Outlouders the end of the year is almost upon us! Which is why we are sharing this particular Sunday Special with you. When you’re feeling exhausted - like so many of us are - what do you do? Most of us think we need more sleep. But, it turns out, sleep and rest are not the same thing. In fact, we can be tired in different ways, and each one of those ways requires a different kind of rest. I...

What’s going to happen in 2025? Mia has theories, Jessie has confident predictions and Holly has some gossipy speculation 👀. Welcome to the future.  Plus, recommendations for things to watch and listen to plus, a very heavy thing to wear that comes complete with a funny story.  And teenage boys, the end of a Big Era and a “You can’t say that!” moment — it&r...

You either know everything about popular influencer Matilda Djerf or nothing but after allegations were made about her behaviour — and yes, they do include a toilet incident or two — and Djerf responded with an apology, we just had to ask, 'What's it all about?'   Plus, this is why we can't have nice things. Every year during the festive season we watch our favourite classic...

If you’re buying a gift for your partner’s sister, running through a relentless three-day menu in your head and stuffing stockings while crying - you’re not just carrying the Christmas mental load, you’re kin-keeping. We explain. Plus, a young woman who slept with 100 men in one day is crying on the Internet and the general vibe is “I told you so.” But now Lilly...

Outlouders, it's the season of socialising, parties and most likely, more fancy drinks  than you can shake a cocktail stick at. Which is why today we wanted to share this episode of MID with you (hosted by our very own Holly Wainwright).  Holidays, celebrations, milestones. Wine o’clock, and the witching hour and the glass (or two) that marks the end of the work day. Alcohol is wov...

It takes a village to raise a child, or so the saying goes. So why are we always telling the village to F off?  We unravel what's behind the idea of community being cancelled. Plus, our weekend recommendations include an addictive spy show, a T-shirt Mia’s about to send viral and… a dog pee cleaner? Also, mysterious playground encounters, a sudden loss and a festive backflip &mda...

Jay-Z's making headlines globally. We explain the disturbing allegations that ended up all over the red carpet of a massive new Hollywood movie, and the statement he released to the world.  Can you copyright your… vibe? One influencer certainly thinks so. We unpack.  And, the very popular children’s book that has just been unmasked as the primary reason for Generation Anxiou...

A man was shot dead on a NYC street and within 48 hours his killer has become a pin-up worthy of a lookalike competition. Amelia Lester explains the story behind the headlines that are everywhere.  Plus, planning to freeze your teenage daughter’s eggs? Incredible generosity or helicopter parenting soaring every higher? We unpack.  And, everyone wants to know if Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck are...

It's no secret that colour analysis changed Mia Freedman's life (she's been pretty vocal about it) so before party season really kicks off, listen to this stellar episode of Nothing To Wear .  From the importance of knowing your season (summer, autumn, winter or spring), to understanding your undertone, to why black might not be your best neutral.  Leigh Campbell enlists the help of colour expert...

Do you earn more than your sibling or vice versa? There's so much baggage to unpack around money and families but like the heroes we are, no task is too great nor too small. Be warned: This episode's sibling wealth gap discussion pulls no punches.  Plus, this week's recommendations including; a plea not to buy anything, followed swiftly by checks notes some things to buy (lol), and  checks notes a...

What would you risk to help a family member? In the case of one of the most powerful people on the planet, the answer might be reputation, credibility and legacy. On the table today is US President Joe Biden's decision to pardon his son — the understandable act of a devoted dad or a morally dodgy decision? Also, why is 'sorted smugness' a thing now? Have a word please because a life that's complet...

If you thought extravagant debutante balls were a Bridgerton thing of the past, think again. One happened in France over the weekend and it was Bridgerton, meets Coldplay and Goop. Here's why.  Plus, is bringing a baby into the office a form of psychological harassment? We discuss a new take on what workplace safety actually means — and why gossiping at work just got an image makeover.   Also, the...

Outlouders, you might think you know a lot about Mia Freedman. She's pretty much an open book but there's one fundamental time in her life which she's never spoken about. Until now, that is.  In this Sunday Special, Mia opens up about a particularly vulnerable period when challenges around her marriage, fertility and career made for a tender heart and a soul that was looking for answers  But what...

Wedding tax, luxury content creators and bank details on wedding invitations. Wait… are we putting our bank details on wedding invites now? We’ve got some serious questions about wedding etiquette in 2024.  Plus, Jessie has a TV show she wants you to watch, Mia has a brilliant podcast episode for you to listen to and Em’s got a balm for your bits. Yes, you read that right and yes,  those are our r...

The world’s in tears and holding both space and fingernails for one movie musical —so why all the big feelings about  Wicked ? We unpack the reaction you're seeing on social media.  Plus, a woman has waited six years to be able to call one of the most famous men in the world her rapist, and now she can. But he isn’t going to jail. The story of Conor McGregor and Nikita Hand.   And, why “puffy” is...

They're the girls whose names and images have been on every screen and hovering in every conversation around Australia over the last few days. So, exactly what happened to Bianca Jones and Holly Bowles? And how?   Plus, Nicole Kidman is an enigma wrapped in a riddle — is that happy divorce pap shot REALLY fake, as she says now, and why is there so much chat about how much she works? What's the rea...

Oh Outlouders, you are going to be a very happy lot because you, friends, have a little treat coming your way today.  You might have heard of one Jessie Stephens. Our very own clever clogs, author, multiple podcast host and mum is this week's special guest on Mamamia's podcast Seize The Yay , hosted by Sarah Davidson.  This is your chance to listen in as Jessie and Sarah chat about careers, spill...

There’s never been more in life to distract us, but we’re more bored than ever before. We unpack why we’re all so damn bored… and whether or not it’s a good thing. Plus, our recommendations, including some funny women talking about Holly’s favourite subject, a new podcast baby in our family and a TV show to watch this weekend.  And a formal apology from Holly, Mia’s new nana name (with a sprinkle...