The Quicky

For years we watched as Shari Franke grew up online, part of the family vlogging landscape crafted by her mother Ruby. What we've since come to learn, and what's been detailed in her memoir, is the abuse Shari suffered at the hands of the person who was supposed to protect her, not make money off her.  So what can the extreme case of Shari Franke teach us about putting our kids online? ...

Israel & Hamas reportedly near final stages of ceasefire talks; Wild winds set back fire progress across LA; Greenland's leader responds to Trump's bid; Oscar nominations delayed due to California fires.  The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want,...

While we've all been enjoying our summer holiday break President-elect Donald Trump has been busy...  From announcing his plans to take over multiple countries to avoiding jail time at his criminal trial sentencing and fractures in his friendship with Elon Musk, Trump has had a very busy few weeks.  THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Suppor...

The death toll from the California wildfires rises as Kim Kardashian calls for payrise for incarcerated firefighters; Politicians sure up messaging as pseudo-election campaign begins; Prime Minister Anthony Albanese promises to fix the NBN; A new report indicates a 12-day reproductive health leave could save the economy billions; Meghan Markles' new Netflix show release delayed due to wildfires.&n...

Despite being the middle of winter, fires have torn through large parts of Los Angeles. From the thousands of homes destroyed to lives lost, we've got the latest information on everything to do with the unfolding disaster abroad.  And as we all start returning to work after a summer break we're wondering if 2025 is the year working from home fades out?  THE END BITS Support independent w...

And just like that, the summer holidays have come to an end. We hope you've enjoyed a hot pod summer as much as we have! If you want to catch up, listen back to Mamamia's 100 hours of curated holiday listening here. Team Quicky are back with you from 6am tomorrow morning.  Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribe See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The death toll climbs as wildfires continue to burn across Los Angeles; Donald Trump's attempt to delay his sentencing has been rejected by a the Supreme Court; Two shot during an altercation in Brisbane; The Wiggles team up with Dolly Parton for new album.  The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a d...

It’s no secret that as the school holidays draw to a close many parents are preparing to send their kids back to school for another year.  But that reality looks a little different for those families who chose to unschool.  Different from traditional homeschooling, unschooling is an entirely separate frontier of education… and it’s got people divided.  THE END BIT...

Investigation underway as a woman fights for life after being shot in Queensland; Wildfires in Los Angeles have claimed the lives of five people while destroying multiple homes; A man tells of how he survived off muesli bars after being lost while hiking; Justin Baldoni continues his very public feud with Blake Lively.  The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news e...

Now more than ever before, women are choosing to travel solo.  While it might not always look like something out of Eat, Prey, Love , travelling on one's own can come with many risks & rewards. So where are the best places to go as a solo lady traveller? And what do we need to know before visiting  some countries without someone by our side?  THE END BITS Support independent wom...

The parent company of Facebook, Meta, is ending its U.S. fact-checking program and easing restrictions on discussions about sensitive topics; three confirmed dead following seaplane crash off Rottnest Island; Tennis star Nick Kyrgios in doubt for Australian Open; Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster confirm their relationship in a very public way.  The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way t...

  Follow The Spill  THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Liked this episode? Mamamia is curating 100 hours of summer listening. Check it out here   GET IN TOUCH Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Hosts: Laura Brodnik & Em Vernem  Executive Producer: Kimber...

Two men arrested over the alleged murder of Chloe Jade Mason; President-elect Donald Trump has lost his bid to postpone court sentencing; Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to step down from top job; Zendaya sparks engagement rumours to boyfriend Tom Holland.  The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your...

Have you ever experienced imposter syndrome? That feeling that you’re a fraud and any second now someone is going to call you out as being totally incapable of executing a task? Yeah us either… It turns out there’s actually a cure for imposter syndrome.  THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Liked this episode? Mamamia is curatin...

The man accused of raping a Virgin Australia airlines worker in Fiji to front court; A renewed push for ceasefire talks between Israel & Hamas; Melania Trump the subject of a new Amazon Prime Video documentary; Stars stun on red carpet as Hollywood heavyweights battle it out for Golden Globes trophies.  The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And...

Gather round as we gaze into the crystal ball… it’s time to find out what’s in store for the year ahead. From celebrity news to fashion trends and whatever's going on with ai, we’ve pulled together a crack-team of experts to cast their net out over 2025 predictions.  THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Liked this episode?...

You’ve heard the saying… new year new you! But what about new home? In order to get our year off to the best possible start, are there things we can adjust in our homes to contribute to that? Today we hear from an interior designer the best tips and tricks to decorate, redesign and reno our spaces to best benefit our mental wellbeing heading into 2025. THE END BITS Support independent...

Online dating can be a minefield. From cryptic messages to filtered photos and awkward first dates, it’s not always smooth sailing. Throw the risk of romance scams and potentially handing over thousands of dollars in exchange for the promise of companionship into the mix and it’s enough to put anyone off.  Kylie is a romance scam investigator. She’s the person you call when...

It’s no secret we covered US politics extensively this year.  Later this month, Donald Trump will be inaugurated as the 47th President of the United States of America. Maybe you're not quite ready to dive back into the political news cycle just yet. Enter, the perfect remedy.  Our friends over on the Cancelled podcast have given Trump is day in court. Listen to Donald Trump Part Tw...

Well here we are again… just a few hours left of 2024. As always, it’s been a big, messy, joyous and frightening year.  From new movie releases, to major law changes, royal drama, breakthroughs in crime and, of course, what happened on the political world stage, 2024 has been a very big year. So buckle up girls, we're revisiting all the major news from the year that was.  TH...

Ever thought to yourself how the other half must live? Us too, so we asked. We might be enjoying time with the family by the beach, or a round of backyard cricket… but for some members of the 1% their vacations look a little  different .  We get the inside scoop from a luxury travel agent.  THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Lik...

Have you ever wondered… how the heck does the Quicky get made?? From breaking news, to the biggest stories of the year and that time the Prime Minister ghosted us on Instagram, here’s what working on Mamamia’s twice daily news podcast was like in 2024.  THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Liked this episode? Mamamia is curating...

We can’t ignore the number of domestic violence related crimes carried out across Australia this year. For a lot of women, domestic violence has left them with nothing; no home, no financial stability, and unfortunately in a growing number of cases, no life.  Leaving a domestic violence situation can be terrifying, overwhelming and often there are so many moving parts, it can be hard to...

ICYMI: We were obsessed with tradwives this year. From The Secret Lives Of Mormon Wives, to Nara Smith and everything to do with Ballerina Farm, we couldn’t look away from the uprising of the modern tradwife. What we discovered though is it’s not all churning butter and dirty sodas; for some of these women the story they tell online isn’t always the same behind closed doors&helli...

We’ve all had that conversation. The one where you wax lyrical about how great it would be to buy a big house with your mates and live the good life. With the cost of living still in chaos and unpredictable interest rates, now more than ever people are seriously considering purchasing property with their friends. But what risks are involved with going in with the girls on a paradise pad?&nbs...