The Quicky

It's been more than a decade since Beyonce gave all the single ladies their own anthem, so why is there still so much prejudice against both women and men who choose not to spend their lives with a partner? The Quicky speaks to two women who are happily single by choice, and an expert who has spent years researching why the world is still geared towards favouring couples over individuals. Subscrib...

The rape allegation made by Ministerial staffer Brittany Higgins and the Government's response has rightly caused national outrage, but what occurred within Parliament House is far from a unique situation. The Quicky investigates the failings that led to the alleged assault on Ms Higgins, and what you can do if you are harassed or violated in the workplace. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://ma...

As the world continues to react to Facebook's decision to ban all Australian news content, you might be wondering how we got here and what happens next? The Quicky examines what the Government's Media Bargaining Code aims to achieve, and what the consequences might be, both here in Australia and overseas. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS  Host/Producer:...

Everyone is talking about Bitcoin and there are posters everywhere telling us now is the time to buy, but what is it, how does it work, and who decides it's value? The Quicky investigates why Bitcoin continues to be the most well-known cryptocurrency and whether you should be investing your hard-earned, real-word cash. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS ...

Australians regularly rank as some of the happiest people on Earth, but we also are second highest on the list when it comes to taking antidepressants, so why aren't we talking about this? The Quicky investigates how many of us are using medication to help treat our mental health issues, how it works, and what we can do to break down the stigma surrounding this form of treatment. Subscribe to The...

It's been nearly one year since we were told Australia's international borders were closed, and that none of us would be allowed to travel. Those who were already out of the country were told to make their way home quickly, but 11 months later, tens of thousands of citizens and residents are still shut out with no way to return. The Quicky investigates why celebrities and wealthy individuals are g...

Sibling rivalry is as old as humanity itself, but are the stereotypes about the oldest, youngest and middle child true or just old myths? The Quicky speaks to three siblings and an expert to try to uncover whether the order in which you are born really does influence your personality. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Execut...

Happy Lunar New Year! This is the year of the Ox and there are lots of ways to celebrate, but if you're not from an Asian background you might be wondering why it falls on a different date to December 31 and what the animals and symbology all mean? The Quicky speaks to some Asian-Australians about the significance of this ancient festival and what lies in store for you over the coming year. Subscr...

As Valentine's Day approaches there is a lot of pressure to focus on pleasing someone else, but The Quicky  is reclaiming this special day by writing a love letter to our vaginas. There's a lot we don't, but should know about the lovely lady downstairs, so sit back, relax and pick up a hand mirror to explore and appreciate her in all her glory, and learn how to recognise when something isn't...

It's official, the Coronavirus vaccine will finally be rolled out in Australia later this month, but which shot you will get and when remains very much up in the air. The Quicky  speaks to some experts to uncover the answers to these and many more questions, providing you with everything you need to know before you get the jab. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/...

Elon Musk is now officially the richest man in the world due partly to the domination of his electric vehicle company, Tesla. Owning a 'clean' car sounds like an appealing option to many of us as we want to help the environment, but purchasing any electric vehicle right now is a very expensive decision. The Quicky investigates whether that investment is worth it, and answers all of your questions...

Between institutionalised racism, homophobia, transphobia, family violence and allegations of sexual abuse, men's sport in Australia has a lot of problems. By contrast, women's sport has so far been unscathed by scandal, even though it's proving to be just as popular as the men's game across every code. The Quicky  investigates what men could and should be learning from women when it comes to...

It's said that memories are the one thing that can never be taken away from you, but what about those memories from your earliest years on the planet that you never had to start with? The Quicky  investigates why most of us cannot remember anything before the age of three, and whether remembering repressed memories through a triggering event can ever be relied on as an accurate record of what...

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...