Mamamia Out Loud

First impressions are formed in milliseconds so how can you stop making common meeting mistakes at work?  Plus is religion still a deal breaker in relationships? An article in the Washington post has raised a lot of questions, so we're of course going to talk about it. And do you need the tooth fairy in your life? Holly has a recommendation that will probably save your arse. THE END BITS Host...

A profile in the Weekend Australian of Reese Witherspoon left us feeling a bit confused. So, why does it feel so shocking when a woman talks herself up? Plus, what the heck is the pegan diet and how do you do it? And what do you do if you don’t like your adult kid? THE END BITS Hosts: Holly Wainwright ,  Jessie Stephens and Mia Freedman Producer: Elissa Ratliff READ MORE: Pegan Die...

If you’re feeling a bit anxious about all those conversations your slightly racist uncle wants to have at Easter get-togethers this weekend then we have a solution for you. It involves the words ‘I don’t know’. And it’s been 5 years since Sheryl Sandberg’s hit book Lean In was released - what has changed? Plus, does it matter if your big fat diamond is a big fat...

Pretty sure it is safe to say that no one in Australia likes a cheater. The nation is still up in arms after the Australian cricket team tampered with the ball in an attempt to win a test. So is it time to stop looking at the sports field for our role models? And can you be a feminist and have an affair? On No Filter this week Mia sat down with Blanche d’Alpuget and her thoughts on fidelity...

Data has been leaked.  People’s information has been harvested. And Mark Zuckerberg says he wants to do better. So should we be deleting our Facebook profiles after the Cambridge Analytica scandal? Or is it nothing to worry about? Plus, how do you tell someone to stop kissing your baby? It’s the group therapy that nightmares are made of. And forget about fat shaming or fit shaming...

Don’t you hate it when you’re sitting in an Uber talking about a co-worker on speakerphone and it gets recorded? Yeah us too. But seriously, when it comes to b*tching about people you work with, is it ever a good idea? Holly doesn’t think so. Plus, who the heck is Jordan Peterson and why is he Jessie’s new pin-up guy? And, is it ever okay to go out with your friend's ex? Ra...

Before you go and marry into the Royal Family, be warned that you have to undergo kidnapping training, just like Meghan Markle did this week. At least she'll be prepared for anything. Except, perhaps, a brand new NSFW skincare trend from Korea that has our gag reflex going. Plus with the passing of the biggest name in Cosmology, are we allowed to separate people's professional work from their pers...

Why women in the public eye are quitting their high profile jobs to spend more time with their families. Plus, the quiz that will tell you whether you're a highly sensitive person And, last week footage emerged of cricketer David Warner confronting South African wicketkeeper Quinton de Kock in the stairwell on the way to the dressing room. As it turns out, de Kock had been sledging Warner abo...

Swedish death cleaning is a thing. And it’s something that can be done BEFORE you die. So why isn’t everyone jumping on board If your girlfriend masturbates after sex there’s a chance you're not getting her off. At least that’s what Rach, Mia and Jessie think as they share their thoughts on a sex column that went viral this week. And did you know how science says you can&rs...

Oops, Barnaby Joyce has done it again. He’s played with our hearts. He got lost in the game. The member for New England has raised the issue of a ‘grey area’ over whether or not he's the biological father of his girlfriends baby. We hope someone is telling Vicki to run for the hills. Plus, Frances McDormand made a kick-ass speech at the Oscars this week, but what the hell was she...

If you're single get your backside up to the Northern Territory, because it's a bit of a blokefest right now. It's a serious problem, but not nearly as serious as the fact we are ALL destroying avocados by being a bit too touchy-feely in our ongoing quest for the perfect av. Plus, a list of dinner party dos and don'ts that isolates anyone who's vegan, and a listener dilemma that has Mia thinking b...

Outlouders, you may have heard we have a new Deputy Prime Minister. It’s a big deal. But are the opinions he held 20 years ago still relevant? Plus, after the recent mass shooting in Florida the students of Parkland are fighting back and hitting the NRA where it hurts.  So could this be the change America finally needs? And Queer Eye is back, and Jessie is getting some problematic feels...

It’s the age-old question. How much money should you put in a wishing well at a wedding? And what do you do if they ask for a specific amount? Plus, would you pay $750 for a plastic bag? Fashion house Celine really wants you to. And did you know that the snow at the Winter Olympics is fake? YES, it is. And it’s blown our minds…. CREDITS: Hosts: Rachel Corbett , Jessie Stephens a...

Have you ever broken up with someone and behaved pretty decently? Congratulations, you’ve officially ‘caspered’ someone. Yep, breaking up in a good way now has a name. And we’re a little confused. Plus, are sex bans in workplaces problematic? Mia and Jessie both think so. And, Ashy Bines has released a kids program all about fitness and we’re not really sure what to t...

There’s an online test you can take to find out whether or not you are a narcissist, and Mia has scored off the charts. Plus, is it ever okay to get back with an ex? Or should you just leave it. And if you need to get more confident about yourself, we have the answer for you. Although it may lead to you singing kumbaya in a circle, but hey, why the hell not. CREDITS: Hosts: Rachel Corbett ,...

Hands up if you wish life came with a "no chat" button? Is that all hands up we see? Yeah, thought so. This week Leigh and Rach are calling for rideshare apps to come with an option to request "no small talk." Plus, we need to talk about the barney going on between Kim Cattrall and Sarah Jessica Parker because, as Mia says, people can have disagreements but it doesn’t mean women can’t...

Outlouders, it’s Friday, which means it’s the perfect time to cancel your plans and listen to podcasts!  Lucky for you we're going to give you some advice on how to cancel on your mates without looking like a dick. Plus, the world's most powerful rocket is currently in space. It’s making Jessie anxious and Rach very excited. And Mia can’t talk so we’ve roped in o...

Outlouders, it’s been the biggest kept secret in the New England electorate, and now we know that Barnaby Joyce is expecting a child with his former-staffer. But what about the family that’s been left behind? Plus, skincare is making a comeback and Mia would argue it’s because it is something you can control in this crazy world. Yes. And is Married At First Sight Problematic? Onl...

Outlouders, did you know that when it comes to modern dating you aren’t supposed to give someone your surname until things get serious? Yeah, we didn’t know that either…#uncool. Also, if you’ve been sitting at home wondering why your boss only gives you white wine for Christmas but gives your male colleague red, we’ve got the answer. And, on a more serious note, ther...

Outlouders, Bernard Tomic lasted 3 days in the African jungle on I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here and his exit has the country divided. Plus, more women are suffering from vaginismus than you think and it might be because of sexual assault. And in group therapy: can you ever tell your friends not to bring their kids to a catch up? Oh! We almost forgot...we're going on tour!!! Our first sto...

Got lady bits? Feel a bit self-conscious about them? Don’t worry, you’re not the only one. According to a new study, 50% of women feel weird about the way their vajayjay looks and they won't even show it to a doctor. Plus, do you ever feel angry at work?  You might be suffering from work rage so Jessie has come up with some tips to help you cope. And Mia is sick of not seeing...

One week without Holly and we’ve all turned into bendable reeds....let's see how long that lasts. This week, Rachel Corbett steps into the driver's seat and things get a little loose. Mia decides she might change her name to something more suited to her career, Jessie explains why Jacinda Ardern being pregnant and the Prime Minister is a very big deal and Rach is called a man.  Oh, and...

Outlouders - is it just us or is everyone feeling a bit woo-woo by this time of year? If you are nodding - then we have some good news for you. The non zero day could change your life. Or make you really annoyed. Plus, you may have noticed ... It's tennis time. And, like every year, we seem to be having the same conversation about the behaviours of the same players at the Australian Open. But do w...

Outlouders, we need to talk about American actor Aziz Ansari. The creator and star of the Netflix show 'Master of None' was accused of sexual assault by feminist website, Babe. Since the article was published it's had a lot of people asking...is this the worst thing that's happened to the #metoo movement? What do you think? Call us on 02 8999 9386 and tell us. Plus, the boss of the Australian Medi...

Here at Mamamia Out Loud we wondered how we should talk about the devastating suicide of 14-year-old Dolly Everett. Would we be invading the families privacy? What could we add to the conversation?  How could we make a difference? But we realised when tragedies happen you need to talk about them.  To process them, to shed light on them and to try to prevent them from happening again.&nbs...