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For decades, the beautiful country of Myanmar was considered a pariah state, as it was forcibly ruled by a committee of military leaders who kept popular leader Aung San Suu Kyi under house arrest for years at a time. After her release, and despite winning a Nobel Peace Prize, Ms Suu Kyi came under fire for her lack of action over the persecution of the Rohingya Muslim minority who have been viole...

You would think any group deriving its name from a Disney song would be peace-loving, but the Proud Boys prove that isn't always the case. These hate-fuelled individuals have been a regular feature at Donald Trump's marches, the US Capital riot and are now are even popping up in Melbourne, but what exactly do they stand for? The Quicky investigates why people are drawn to these violent male chauvi...

Many of us dream of investing in the stock market and making a fortune, but it can feel extremely confusing and dangerous if you're not a natural gambler. But a group of Reddit users have found a way to take on the traders and wiped billions of dollars off the market almost overnight, some of which comes from your Superannuation fund. The Quicky investigates the GameStop phenomenon and how the lit...

With over 400,000 deaths and more than 25 million cases, the United States appears to be the worst hit nation in the world when it comes to Covid-19. But a closer look at the figures reveals that while they are the most affected in terms of the total numbers, they are far from being the worst on a per capita or any other basis. The Quicky tries to make sense of all the data, to discover which coun...

Many people have no desire whatsoever to have their own children, so why does society find it so confronting to hear and believe someone when they express that feeling out loud? And why must women who are childfree by choice constantly defend their decisions even to complete strangers? The Quicky speaks to two successful women who have bucked the expectations placed on them because of their gender...

Earlier this month an Australian man was arrested in Europe accused of running the largest marketplace on the dark web, but what exactly is the dark web and how do you access it? The Quicky investigates whether this online underground is only for terrorists, child abusers and other criminals, or if it serves a legitimate purpose in the fight for freedom of speech and association. Subscribe to The...

Every year we recognise the extraordinary efforts of some very special individuals at the Australian of the Year Awards. But after the champagne has been drunk, and the award has gone straight to the pool room, what does it actually mean for the recipients? The Quicky speaks to three former winners to find out how the Award changed their life, both good and bad. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https...

Every year there are renewed calls to change the date of Australia Day to acknowledge the suffering of our First Nations people, but how can we make this a reality? And would it actually make a big difference to Aboriginal and Torres Straight Islander people, or should we be focusing our efforts towards reconciliation elsewhere? The Quicky investigates how January 26 came to be a public holiday in...

There's no doubt that all US Presidential Inaugurations are historic moments, but this year the stakes were higher than ever as the ceremony was surrounded by controversy and the National Guard. To find out exactly what went down in Washington and what happens next The Quicky speaks to a member of the White House press corp who was there, surrounded by 200,000 flags instead of people. Subscribe to...

We're all glad to see 2020 put firmly in the dustbin of history, but now you might be wondering what delights or horrors 2021 has in store. The Quicky speaks to a medium, a psychic, a futurist, and one of The Spill co-hosts to find out their top predictions for the year ahead, including pop culture, the Royals, global politics, our economic forecast, and of course the dreaded Coronavirus.  Su...

With just over a fortnight until the 2021 Australian Open, more than 70 of the world's top tennis players remain in quarantine after several positive cases of Coronavirus were identified on their flights. As a result, many of us are wondering whose idea it was to host the tournament in the middle of a pandemic, and what the potential fallout might be? The Quicky investigates whether the players' c...

After four years of one of the most controversial presidencies in history, Donald Trump is finally leaving the White House, but the drama won't end on Wednesday. The 45th commander-in-chief has become the first President ever to be impeached twice, but with just days remaining of his time in office, you might be wondering what's the point? The Quicky  talks through everything you need to know...

Many of us are hoping that the Coronavirus pandemic will subside in 2021 as mass vaccination programs start to be rolled out across the planet.  But while many of us are eagerly awaiting our first jab, those who are considering starting a family have some reservations, as questions remain over whether it is safe for pregnant women, or those who are breastfeeding, to receive the vaccine. The Q...

Before there was violence, there was control. The overwhelming majority of domestic violence murders in this country are preceded by a period of behaviour that includes things like stalking, monitoring, questioning and isolating, so why isn't this behaviour illegal? We speak to people who have been through it and an expert who is trying to get the laws changed here in Australia. 1800 737 732 (1800...

This episode of The Quicky is intensely adult, so remember that if you're playing it with little ears around! Do you know where your G-Spot is? Have you located it and have you had that promised earth-shattering orgasm?  The Quicky is deep-diving into a woman's G-Spot. Where is it exactly? What do you have to do to locate it? What's actually happening to your body when the right kind of press...

When we think about chemotherapy side effects, we usually think about things like hair loss and vomiting. But did you know about chemo cravings or cytotoxic poo?  Today we look at some of the unexpected things chemotherapy does when you're attempting to fight off cancer, things that can last for a long time after the chemicals have left your system.  This episode was originally published...

Are you someone who shares pictures and stories about your children on social media?  It's hard not to want to share your life with them online but should you be considering whether your children consent to this before you post? In today's episode, we look into whether or not you should do it and what kind of impact it has on your kids digital footprint in the future. This episode was origina...

You can't say 2020 has been a quiet one. Between bushfires, COVID-19, the US Presidential election, fights with China, quitting Kardashians, explosions, cancellations and protests it's been anything but quiet. The Quicky takes you on a journey from January to December to see what we've been through the past 12 months. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS  H...

Many of us will sit down with family and friends this Christmas and find out that during the course of the year, some of them have been influenced by the many conspiracy theories that have been doing the rounds of the internet. From Trump supporters to anti vaxxers, COVID-19 deniers and 5G haters, The Quicky investigates how we can talk to those close to us without starting World War 3. Subscribe...

Several countries including the US, UK and Canada have now given the Pfizer BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine emergency approval and are now rolling out mass immunisations, but does emergency approval mean steps have been skipped? What is this we heard about HIV scares with the Queensland vaccine? Why did some people in the UK have an allergic reaction and if this vaccine proves to be successful, how long...

Will Donald Trump run for the Presidency again in 2024? Maybe it will be Ivanka, or Donald Junior? What will Melania do once she's free to return to New York? Will Ivanka be welcomed back into her high society circle of friends? The Quicky investigates what the Trumps will do once they're out of the White House Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS  Host/Pro...

We've heard some interesting responses from accused NRL players recently on how they perceived the issues around the alleged sexual assaults they were involved in. Jarryd Hayne said he didn't know how to judge force and that he wasn't a rapist, just bad at sex. So where are these guys learning what sex is all about? The Quicky investigates sex education in Australian schools to find out if we're d...

Are you a Christmas saver or a splurger? The Quicky looks at how much Aussies spend at Christmas and we speak to one woman who's renowned for keeping it well within budget and one who blows the budget right out of the water. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Guest Booker: Mel Sauer Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Singl...

Ever heard of Social Infertility? It's when your journey to motherhood has nothing to do with whether your reproductive organs are doing their job, they've just never found the person to complete the other side of the deal. The Quicky investigates the increasing trend of single mothers by choice, of women, taking the creation of a family into their own hands, without a man. Subscribe to The Quicky...

Today is the one year anniversary of the White Island volcano eruption, the disaster that took the lives of 22 people. As rescuers desperately searched for survivors, questions were being asked about why tourists were even allowed on the island when the alert level had recently been upgraded. Today we speak to someone who was there on the day and a lawyer who is trying to help the survivors close...