Mamamia Out Loud
Australia's #1 podcast for women is where inquisitive minds come for great conversation — with an occasional side serve of chaos. Covering news, pop culture, and big ideas, plus the small stuff that matters, Mamamia Out Loud features a rotating panel of hosts, including Mia Freedman, Jessie Stephens, Holly Wainwright, Clare Stephens, Amelia Lester, and Em Vernem. It's your daily dose of conversation that feels like catching up with your funniest and sharpest friends in the group chat. It’s conversation at its most addictive.
Episodes
The Lonely Influencers & ‘You Look Good For Your Age’
Do you share a bathroom with your partner? Rita Wilson says that's the key to her 38 year marriage to Tom Hanks. Meghan Trainor agrees, while Michelle Obama is completely anti the idea. Clare, Em & Amelia are unpacking why a shared bathroom might actually be the ultimate test of relationship maturity. It’s a hard no from Em. SUBSCRIBE to Mamamia and never miss a word of Out Loud. Plus ge
The Knicks, The ‘Witch’ & Can You Say No To Madonna?
Sometimes you just need an impromptu therapy session with absolutely no professionals present. From the adult who calls their parents by their first names to the person who orders a salad at a pub, Clare, Amelia and Em are unpacking the exact types of people we just don’t trust. SUBSCRIBE to Mamamia and never miss a word of Out Loud. Plus get access to every story and our exercise app, MOVE.
FREE SUBS TASTER: 3 (Celebrity) Weddings And A Guest Drama
Outlouders, enjoy this free taster of Mia Freedman, Emily Vernem & Amelia Lester on our subscribers only episode. You can listen to the full conversation: 3 (Celebrity) Weddings And A Guest Drama Two big weddings happened over the weekend. One celebrity, one Royal. Plus there’s speculation about a third involving pop royalty, and Mia, Amelia and Em need to unpack all of them.
LITTLE TREAT: What We Wish We'd Never Written On The Internet
Outlouders, we’ve unlocked an exclusive subscriber episode for your long weekend listening pleasure. You're welcome. Remember when oversharing on the internet was a thing? The era of the ‘personal essay’ was a time when people poured their messy insides out for the world to read. Except now those stories are frozen in time. Forever. And the oversharing hangover is real. SUBSCRIBE
Spoiled Pig Syndrome & Our List Of Things That Are Just Not Working
Do you suffer from 'Spoiled Pig Syndrome'? Honestly, maybe. We unpack Lena Dunham’s latest theory that we’ve all become a little too accustomed to getting the treat before we’ve even learned the trick. Plus, Former The Hills Reality TV star Spencer Pratt is officially running for Mayor of Los Angeles. We’re nominating our top contenders if Aussie celebs entered politi
The Boy ‘Mom’ Trap & Actually, We’ve Met
Is a female umpire the reason a big-deal tennis player lost his match? He certainly thought so. A famous 'boy mom' has insisted she only want her sons to marry women with ‘dead mothers’ and everyone’s just a little disturbed. SUBSCRIBE here: Support independent women's media What is the correct response to 'actually, we’ve met'? Your hosts do not agree. An
FREE SUBS TASTER: The Married People Claiming 'Hot Divorce Energy'
Hot divorce energy is having a moment and you don’t actually have to be divorced to get in on it. According to an article in The Guardian, 2026 might be the year of the ‘Hot Divorcée Summer.’ What do you mean, you're not a subscriber yet? Solve that problem HERE. In today’s subscriber episode, Mia, Holly and Em are unpacking exactly what happens when women stop
Don’t Go To Uni, Baby Doll Dresses & The World’s Coolest Wedding Hat
Our very favourite polymath popstar Dua Lipa got married at the weekend and warning: Big Bride Hats are about to be everywhere. Also: Why do some female musicians get oceans of criticism for their bodies and clothes, while others do not? Meet the baby-doll discourse. SUBSCRIBE here: Support independent women's media While we’re at it: Don’t go to uni. That’s the advic
Reading-Gap Relationships & The 'Daddy' Of It All
Katy Perry, Kylie Jenner, Alex Cooper, we have a question. What’s with “Daddy”? And should we have the ick? Also, are you in a reading-gap relationship? SUBSCRIBE to Mamamia, never miss a word of Out Loud, get every article on Mamamia & get $20 off a pair of the Internet’s favourite sandals, Twoobs. Plus, we answer a VERY important question: How often SHOULD
A Woman Got Pregnant & ‘Betrayed Us All’
Two famous women, two pregnancies, and a whole lot of hurt feelings. What the Enhanced Games tells us about the very best bits of sport. And an Australian footballer who finally said the quiet part out loud. SUBSCRIBE to Mamamia and never miss a word of Out Loud. Plus get access to every story and our exercise app, MOVE. There’s a very important Taylor Swift update, concerning a
FREE SUBS TASTER: The One Big Lie Blown Up By The Kylie Doco
Outlouders, enjoy this free taster of Holly Wainwright, Clare Stephens and special guest host Laura Brodnik from The Spill on our subscribers-only episode. You can listen to the full conversation: The One Big Lie Blown Up By The Kylie Doco The Netflix doco Kylie has officially dropped, and the nostalgia we are feeling is quite real. Today, Holly, Clare and Laura are unpacking the t
Bed Shaming & A Terrible Excuse To Skip Your Son’s Wedding
Taylor Swift’s fiance (what’s his name again?) just served up her most relatable moment. Is it ever okay for your dad not to come to your wedding? Well, when he’s Donald Trump, it might just be a blessing. SUBSCRIBE here: Support independent women's media Beige? Loads of pillows? Hospital corners? Matching pillow cases? All these things are branded 'chic' or 'ch
SUNDAY SPECIAL: Unleashed. The Podcast For Women Who Need A Laugh.
Outlouders, today for a Sunday Special we're dropping an episode of our sister podcast Unleashed into your feed... It's a little bit rogue, just like us and we think you're going to love it. You're welcome. Grace heard someone breaking into her apartment, grabbed a tennis racket, lowered her voice and screamed through the door in her mouth guard. It was not, in fact, a burglar. Mary has had
It's Sexy TV Season & An Embarrassing Email Mistake
A very wise man has a 'State of Life' Test he gives himself every Monday morning. So we did it. Results… vary. Forget boy bands, man bands are back. But is anyone listening to new music, anyway? SUBSCRIBE to Mamamia and never miss a word of Out Loud. Plus get access to every story and our exercise app, MOVE. We hate to bring it up (again), but Em has something in common with Elon Musk. Also
An Argy-Bargy About Childcare & The Wrong Friendship Advice
Kylie Minogue has told us something we didn’t know about her experience with cancer. That she got a second diagnosis in 2021, and she has a message for all of us about it. Matty J is the latest millennial parent to weigh in on the childcare debate that’s been preoccupying the media lately. Clare, Holly and Amelia do not agree on what all the noise is about. SUBSCRIBE here: S
FREE SUBS TASTER: The 'Normal Girlfriend' Dating Dilemma
Outlouders, enjoy this free taster of Mia Freedman, Holly Wainwright and Emily Vernem on our subscribers only episode. You can listen to the full conversation: 'The 'Normal Girlfriend' Dating Dilemma' What do you mean, you're not a subscriber yet? Solve that problem HERE. Jacob Elordi and Kendall Jenner have gone on a double date with Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet and w
Kylie Minogue & The 'Dog Years' Relationship Theory
The world has just discovered Delta Goodrem, and the world has questions. The world also has some queries about what a 'two-bob watch' is, and why that term might be used about a disruptive passenger on an Aussie flight. SUBSCRIBE here: Support independent women's media Also, suddenly everything that is bad for us is good again. The culture would have us believe that smoking is back, r
UNPACKED: Famesick - Lena Dunham
If you, like us, are obsessed with Lena Dunham's latest book Famesick, we're here for you with this special episode. You're welcome. The Girls creator who became the ‘voice of a generation’ is back with a second memoir and Mia, Holly, Amelia and Em are discussing why the world is finally ready to hear her side of the story. From the heights of toxic fame to the depths of chronic i
A Zero Birthday Freak Out & You've Got Something On Your Face
Em Vernem is celebrating a big birthday and we’re unpacking why turning 30 can feel like you’re living in five different decades at once. Plus, Victoria Beckham says her family isn't a brand while simultaneously launching, well, a new family brand. Is this the definition of 'posting through it'? SUBSCRIBE to Mamamia and get every single episode of Out Loud & access to every story o
A Fashion F-Up & The Ryan Reynolds Of It All
Yes, there’s a Budget and Clare has plans for her $250, but hold up, while Canberra was crunching numbers, a middle-aged, topless dad accidentally stole the show at Australian Fashion Week. SUBSCRIBE to Mamamia HERE and get access to every episode of every show we make. Plus, the Michael Jackson biopic is having enormous success, even as new abuse allegations surface. Amelia asks if s
FREE SUBS TASTER: Scurrilous Gossip: The Royal Affair No One Saw Coming
Outlouders, enjoy this free taster of Mia Freedman, Holly Wainwright and Emily Vernem on our subscribers only episode. You can listen to the full conversation: 'Scurrilous Gossip: The Royal Affair No One Saw Coming' here. What do you mean, you're not a subscriber yet? Solve that problem HERE. Welcome to another episode of Scurillous Gossip, where we stand by nothing. Here’s w
How To Be Liked By Absolutely Everyone
Popular culture has decided that men wearing ‘slutty little shorts’ might be the only way to combat global anxiety. From Harry Styles’ new video to Taron Egerton’s psycho dance to the $120 million ad starring Chalamet & Bunny, we’re not mad, just curious. Speaking of anxiety, a political earthquake just hit regional Australia, and every sitting politic
Writing a List of Anti-Goals Made Me Quit My Job
Hairy chests are back. Hurrah! That’s it. Moving on… Mother’s Day is this Sunday and the 'active duty' debate is officially ruining the vibe. Why has a day for mums turned into a high-stakes content pillar and also please enjoy the very frank text Clare Stephens sent her partner about presents. VOTE FOR US: Help Out Loud win the People’s Choice category of the
The Red Carpet Moment That Answers The Blake Lively Question
So who boycotted and who just didn’t get invited? Yes, we’re rounding out the Met Gala gossip with a rundown of protests (SJP?), basic-b*tch heartbreak (Hugh & Sutton) and bathroom selfies (alllll the hot ones). VOTE FOR US: Help Out Loud win the People’s Choice category of the Australian Audio Awards. Find the link to vote RIGHT HERE. Plus, who actually won in the fina
FREE SUBS TASTER: Fake Nips & Wandering Hands: Mia’s Met Gala Verdict
Outlouders, enjoy this free taster of Mia Freedman, Holly Wainwright and Emily Vernem on our subscribers only episode. You can listen to the full conversation: 'Fake Nips & Wandering Hands: Mia’s Met Gala Verdict' here. What do you mean, you're not a subscriber yet? Solve that problem HERE. Madonna was dressed as a ship. The Kardashian sisters committed to a sliding scale of b
Stylish vs Skinny & Welcome To Sperm Sports
It's all Harry Styles’ fault that the 'taxi cab theory' is everywhere you look. His engagement has everyone debating whether finding 'the one' is a matter of fate, or as Sex And The City’s Miranda Hobbes told us, all about timing? We do not agree. The Devil Wears Prada 2 is officially massive. So, is it good? Why did it almost make Amelia Lester cry and why do some Americans just not '
She Opened The Fridge. What She Found Ended Her Friendship.
Can you be engaged for too long? Or is ‘engaged’ a full relationship stage of its own now, with no destination in mind? Ask Haylie Duff. Is there a 'cluck' gap between Gen Z women and Gen Z men? And if so, do young men want a baby like a kid wants a puppy? REMEMBER: All Mamamia subscribers get extra episodes of Out Loud. On Tuesdays and Thursdays, Mia hosts special segments, just
The One Minute Of Live TV That Undid A Noughties Icon
So there was a famous handsome man in the Mamamia office today and Holly’s a bit giddy. But also. Russell Brand’s most-memed moment of a wild career might turn out to be what happened in a live interview this week. But why is he suddenly talking? About sex, about Katy Perry, about his day in court? REMEMBER: All Mamamia subscribers get extra episodes of Out Loud. On Tuesday
FREE SUBS TASTER: Scurrilous Gossip: An Engagement, An Affair & A Royal F-You
Outlouders, enjoy this free taster of Mia Freedman, Holly Wainwright and Emily Vernem on our subscribers only episode. You can listen to the full conversation: 'Scurrilous Gossip: An Engagement, An Affair & A Royal F-You' here. What do you mean, you're not a subscriber yet? Solve that problem HERE. Harry Styles is engaged and the man has chosen wisely. So how did he and fellow
The Family Ritual That Has Us Divided
It’s a public holiday Monday for some, but because we love you, we’re not leaving you high and dry. We’ve picked a conversation straight from the Outlouders Facebook group that had everyone unpacking their own family dynamics: the dreaded – or in some cases beloved – family group chat. Holly, Clare and Em are diving into a dilemma from an Outlouder who has imple
The Most Brutally Honest Questionnaire We've Ever Seen
It took the deliciously unhinged creative genius of Miranda July to invent a dating questionnaire that asks the questions no one else is brave enough to ask. Forget your height or if you like 'long walks on the beach'; Em is looking at the prompts that actually reveal your soul, like a photo of your bookshelves, your messy bed, or a screenshot of your ex describing you via text. So, what would you
When A Crappy Husband Makes A Great TV Show
First, a rundown of the scurrilous gossip you missed while you were actually working: Sydney Sweeney’s cameo’s been cut from The Devil Wears Prada 2, Harry Styles is either engaged or ring-baiting us and Kim Kardashian and Lewis Hamilton have hard-launched with a pap-frolic. In other business, why is Reese Witherspoon suddenly telling all her followers to use AI? Is this a genuin
Your Boss's Unpopular Opinion & It's Taurus Season
Madonna crashed Sabrina Carpenter’s Coachella stage and it took the crowd a minute to realise they were in the presence of an(other) icon. Luckily, Madge had a bonus skill up her sleeve: An astrology lecture about Taurus season. Holly Wainwright brings a few little nuggets that slipped out of Meghan Duchess’s fancy Sydney event on the weekend, including a new theme song. Also, Kardashi
A Fight About Who’s Allowed To Have A Crush
Is having a crush the secret to a happy relationship, or the gateway drug to a ruinous affair? We can’t agree. Meanwhile, comedian Nikki Glaser says that sexual cheating is a turn-on and emotional cheating is a no-no. Who’s right, who’s deluded, and who should just be single, according to Emily Vernem? Plus, enthusiasm for hobbies is at an-all time high, but why does it feel like
A Podcast Feud & Hanging Out With Prince Harry
So the ‘royal tour that isn’t’ is in full swing and we have an insider call from Melbourne. Our friend Amy Clark was hanging out with Harry at a men's mental health event this morning, and tells us everything, including which Australian celebrities upstaged the Duke/Prince. But as Harry and Meghan’s itinerary unfurls, Holly Wainwright asks: Is it ballsy or cheeky to be pull
Famesickness & A Towel Debate That Split The Pod
It’s Harry and Meghan week in Australia, and we’re hoping for some big news in Jam World. A lot has changed since the last time they were here and Clare Stephens waited outside the Opera House to touch Prince Harry’s hand. So what can we expect from the royal-not-royal tour? Bieberchella has broken the internet and healed a lot of Millennial hearts. Between a $10 million pa
'The Chatbot History That Ruined My Relationship’
You click on a link on your partner’s computer and all their unspoken doubts unspool: You have too many cats. You’re ‘fragile’. And then there’s that 'attraction problem'. This is what happened in the viral story we’re unpacking from writer Lindsey Hall about reading her boyfriend’s ChatGPT thread. So, asks Clare, who betrayed who here? And what would you
The Hollywood Star Who Hates Everyone
Will it be on June 13? Are the people already camping out at a particular Rhode Island resort? Will we even SEE any photos, or will they do a Tom-and-Zendaya? Yes, the Taylor Swift-Travis Kelce wedding frenzy is building and Clare Stephens is sifting through the data to decide whether anyone, at all, knows what they’re talking about. Meanwhile, Donald Trump is back to saying things tha
Even More Random Things We Deem Offensive
Outlouders. Since today isn't a regular kind of Monday, we’re dropping a little treat into your feed. Remember our 'Entirely Random List of Things We Deem Offensive'? Well, you loved it so much that we simply had to do part two. Before Jessie Stephens headed off to have her twins, she sat down with Holly Wainwright and Claire Murphy to air out a fresh batch of petty grievances and
The One Number That Says Absolutely Everything About You
Yes, it’s Good Friday but we’re being bad and bringing you a show anyway. First point of business is Clare Stephens’ elitist Easter egg power ranking Do you agree with her controversial Number One? Plus, we’re deep-diving into the Enneagram personality type obsession currently ruining our lives. It seems every A-lister and podcaster is sharing their 'number', so hold
The Worst Person You Know Just Made A Good Point
An Instagram post asked working mothers for their tips on juggling, and the comments section rebelled. Which is proof that in the last week of a school term, with the holiday/work pressure building, we are not in the mood for helpful hacks, we are in the mood for burning the whole thing down. So, how and why and when did the 'how do you do it all?' bubble burst? Plus, Amelia Lester is here to help
The Co-stars Refusing To Fake It & The Hell Of Organised Fun
Zendaya and Robert Pattinson are on a press tour, and the Internet’s calling them ‘classy’ because they’re not pretending to be in lust. Instead, they’re giving each other high-fives like they’re at a corporate seminar. Have we just witnessed the death of the 'fauxmance'? Plus, in the US, a 20-year-old woman has won a landmark case against YouTube and Meta. She
Ghost Stories, Celebrity Facelifts & The Real iPad Babies
We’re following The Washington Post and asking the question Clare Stephens has been quietly pondering for a while: Are boomers the real iPad babies? Plus, it’s been celebrity facelift week on social media and it’s unclear if actress Denise Richards is being celebrated as a person or an old church in the spon-con post telling us about her “restoration”. Holly wants to
The Great Petrol Panic & Royal Reality TV Rumours
It’s all anyone’s talking about: petrol. How much it’s costing, how much there is to go around and how much worse are things going to get? Is the panic caused by this consequence of war in the Middle East warranted, considering the humanitarian crisis unfolding at the same time? And how do we keep our cool, particularly those of us in regional areas where public transport is a my
The Writer Who Lets Her Husband Cheat
Question: Why was the latest season of The Bachelorette US cancelled days before release, costing more than US$30 million? Well, it’s got something to do with stunt casting and a very disturbing video leak… Also, millennial feminist icon Lindy West has written a memoir about being in a happily married throuple. The problem is, the Internet has seen her unvarnished honesty and un
An Unhinged List Of Rules No One Asked For
Your 'difficult' friends aren't just annoying; they are literally bad for your health. No big deal but it’s official: 'Hasslers' who create drama also accelerate your ‘biological decay’. Is it time to prune the friend tree for the sake of your longevity? Plus, Belle Burden’s divorce memoir Strangers has the internet asking if telling your 'emotional truth' is just a fancy t
Scurrilous Lip-Reading Gossip & WTF Is 'Peptide Maxxing'?
Celebrity gossip lip-readers have changed the game. Because of them we know Timothée Chalamet hated the Oscars, King Charles says F and Prince William had no time for 'Andrew’s' apology. So is that ‘zero privacy’ development fair play? And what DID Timmy say to his sister about Kylie Jenner? In other scurrilous gossip, we’re meant to think that Nicole Kidman ha
A Very Awkward Oscars & That Manosphere Doco
It’s Oscars Day, aka Christmas for people who like celebrity gossip and frocks. Holly Wainwright, Clare Stephens and Amelia Lester have a chaotic recap for you, including whether Leo stole Pedro’s moustache, the jokes that landed and the ones that flopped, and why justice was served in the Best Actor face-off. Plus, Louis Theroux has gone Inside the Manosphere for a new Netflix d
What We Did Before 9am
The Oscars is two days away, and while experts predict with data, Mamamia Out Loud predicts with vibes. From naked afterparty guests to the high-stakes battle between Michael B. Jordan and Timothée Chalamet, Holly Wainwright, Clare Stephens, and Em Vernem are placing their bets and asking an important industry question - will Lewis Hamilton use this as a moment for a Kim K hard launch? Plus
A Lil' Treat: Jessie’s Ready To Tell Her Twin Birth Story
Outlouders, your usual Friday dose of Mamamia Out Loud will drop this afternoon but for now, here's a lil' treat from us to you. Enjoy. She’s 10 days on. She’s splitting her time and her heart between home and hospital, and she wants to share her story with you, Outlouders. Our beloved co-host Jessie Stephens gave birth to her boy-girl twins last week, earlier than hoped, an
A Reluctant Pregnancy Announcement On Live TV
This morning we got a great example of a sensitive, complicated pregnancy announcement in a surprising place. Today Show host Sarah Abo and her offsider, one Karl Stefanovic, shared stories of miscarriage and fertility struggles that you just would not have heard on mainstream morning telly a few years back. So we’re unpacking the politics of public pregnancy news in 2026. Plus, Gwynet
Beckham, Meghan & Jessie's Hospital Voice Note
The Iranian women’s team has been in Australia playing in the AFC Asian Cup and displaying extraordinary bravery in the face of significant pressure from their home country’s regime. Why have they been criticised and what might happen next? Plus, the Kyle and Jackie O “divorce” has entered its ‘it’s complicated’ era, and Jackie is finally setti
How To Talk To Absolutely Anyone
Mascara is over. Yes, it’s joined side parts as beauty cringe, according to the ghost lashes trend that Em Vernem has embraced. We’re unpacking: Are bare eyes cool or do they leave some of us looking like 'elderly babies'? Plus, the fear of public speaking has morphed into something else: the fear of speaking in public, full stop. So why is small talk dying, and does it matter? We&rsqu
Inside The Fight That Ended Kyle & Jackie O
Australia’s most profitable partnership is over. Kyle and Jackie O, commercial radio’s ratings juggernaut for 25 years now, have officially imploded, apparently over an on-air clash about… astrology. Plus, Jim Carrey is in Paris looking different and people are convinced he’s been replaced by a sophisticated clone. Which is interesting, because when female movie star
Uninvited Princesses & The Dating Story We're Yearning For
America and Israel have launched an attack on Iran, and while the world watches the fallout of "Epic Fury," we’re looking at what comes next. Our Amelia Lester, also an editor at Foreign Policy, is here to explain why the US acted without Congress, why Australia is one of the few Western voices in support, and whether this is the kind of international meddling Donald Trump promised to
The Next Top Model Reckoning & Jessie's Very Honest Handover
It’s the season to blame Tyra. Netflix’s new America’s Next Top Model doco has us spiraling back to 2003. It shows us the size-zero era through a 2026 lens, when Tyra Banks was breaking barriers while also showcasing some of the show's seriously batshit behaviour —from models posing as murder victims to 'makeovers' that involved pulling teeth. Now we’re in the MAFS er
"I'm A Working Mum & I Just Want To Quit"
Today, if you’re an Australian with even a drop of British or Irish blood, Amelia has a warning that might cost you hundreds of dollars.And, is it okay for celebrities to ask us for money? After the deaths of millennial TV icons James Van Der Beek and Eric Dane, their families have started GoFundMe campaigns — and not everyone’s happy about it. Holly, Jessie, and Amelia have very
Prince William Has Entered The Chat
Prince William is carrying on, but he’s not calm about it. He and Princess Kate are at the BAFTAs today, but people are only yelling at them about his uncle Prince Andrew's arrest. Holly Wainwright’s question is: Might ‘complicit’ King Charles take the fall for his brother, and hand his sh*t skirt to William? Plus, "burnout feminism" is the name given to a 2020s shift that&
The New Dating Rule That Blew Up A Comments Section
It’s Friday, and it’s a news-free zone. Breathe out, friends, and let’s kick off with a splash of skincare nepotism — Gwyneth Paltrow’s daughter Apple is sharing how Mum asked all her “Goopy” friends to help fix her teenage acne and honestly, haven’t we all? Also, iconic magazine editor Anna Wintour just sat down with her successor, Vogue Conte
EMERGENCY MEETING: 'Prince' Andrew's Arrest Is Not What You Think It Is
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has been arrested in the UK on his 66th birthday on suspicion of misconduct in public office. The former prince is the first senior British royal in modern history to be detained by police.How did it happen? Why did it happen? And what does King Charles have to say about it?On this extraordinary day for the Monarchy, we cross to Out Loud Royal Correspondent, Holly Wainwr
MAFS & The Specific Cruelty of the ‘Sexual Chemistry’ Question
If Barack Obama says there are aliens, then there are aliens. While the former President is busy clarifying that he didn't actually see any ETs in the Oval Office, Jessie Stephens has a theory: Is men’s obsession with outer space just a symptom of not having enough mental load? Plus, the political "pub test" is officially dead, and the "algorithm test" has moved in and made itself comfortabl
Wuthering Heights & the ‘Bad Man’ Controversy
Did Australian politics just take a little topple off a glass cliff, or is the ‘rolling’ of Liberal leader Sussan Ley much more complicated than that? We’ve got the TLDR. And, Wuthering Heights is everywhere and so is criticism of just what kind of “greatest love story” it is. A very sexy one, or a downright irresponsible one? Also, looksmaxxing. What is it? Who
"Uh-Oh, I'm A Finger Princess"
Outlouders, it’s Friday the 13th and the vibes are… chaotic. From Wuthering Heights to Finger Princesses to The Year of the Fire Horse and our weekly reccos, today's show is A LOT. We’re about to enter the Year of the Fire Horse and apparently it’s all action, freedom and breakthrough energy. Unless you’re a Pig (sorry, Holly Wainwright). Jessie Stephens and Clare St
An Affair Confession Live On Air
"Three months ago, I made my biggest mistake and cheated on her..." These were the words that a Norwegian biathlete shared in his live press interview, minutes after winning bronze at the Winter Olympics. So why did Sturla Holm Laegreid choose to tell the world he messed up his chance with "the love of his life" and will his grand gesture to get her back work? Also, the world can't look away
The Most Bizarre Celebrity Profile We’ve Ever Read
It’s Super Bowl Day in the US and while we’re not clear on the result, we do know that Kim Kardashian decided it was date night and Bad Bunny is actually one extremely good bunny. So, why did he inspire other musicians to put on a rival halftime show? In other business, the 'Coldplay kiss cam' woman is telling her side of the story of the night that changed her life, and Jessie S
Do I Matter? & The Bathroom Taboo
Mia Freedman is in full-on producer mode at the moment with the launch of her shiny new project Unleashed. Today, however, she’s back in the hosting chair on Mamamia Out Loud as she spills to Jessie Stephens and Em Vernem what this producer gig malarkey is all about. Outlouders, trust us, you’re going to eat this up. And, do you matter? Are you essential or just... existing? Mia,
TASTER: UNLEASHED - ‘I’m Too Busy To Have A Shower - So I Don’t.’
Welcome to a lil' taster of the very first episode of Unleashed, the podcast for Gen X women who just need a laugh right now.In your ears this week: actor Mary Coustas, Hollywood producer Bruna Papandrea, bestselling author Sally Hepworth and comedian Cathrine Mahoney.In this episode: How often do you shower? Bruna has everyone gasping and Sally realises she's doing it wrong. Heated Rivalry: the
An Urgent Theory About Kim Kardashian & Lewis Hamilton
Why did the news about Kim Kardashian’s new boyfriend make Em Vernem cry? The F1 fans of Out Loud have a lot of big feelings about Kim and Lewis Hamilton’s romantic weekend in London and Paris, and the reason is... baffling. Plus, a former Neighbours star is now a big deal in populist Right politics, globally. Yes, Holly Valance is busy trying to get Pauline Hanson elected, just
Fertility Vampires & The Murkiness Of 'Affair Baiting'
If a man breaks up with a 30-something woman who wants a child, is he guilty of more than changing his mind? Inspired by a viral column from the weekend, we explain the phenomena of the ‘fertility vampire’. Also, you might have seen the disturbing photos of the man once known as Prince Andrew kneeling over a woman. They are just a few of the thousands and thousands of images rele
It's Time To Burp Your House & The 3, 5, 7 Underwear Rule
You probably should be burping your house: every morning, every evening and whenever you get the urge throughout the day, tbh. Jessie Stephens explains to Emily Vernem and Holly Wainwright why not doing that is… a lil bit gross. And while we’re hygiene-sharing, Em has a question for the group: How many pairs of underwear do you take if you are going away for a weekend? Holly tho
The New 'Wronged Wife' Divorce Playbook
What is happening in Minneapolis and why is it being called a “watershed” moment for Trump’s America? Sorry, Amelia Lester, you are not getting a week off from explaining something distressing happening in the USA. And, while we’re at it, what is with the Melania documentary, and why is it opening in cinemas in Australia this week?How are you meant to behave when your
The Productivity Hack Jessie Swears By & Rogue Habits We Can't (Won't) Quit
Are you one productivity hack away from finally nailing your life? We’ve got you. In this ‘special little treat’ episode (IT'S A DOUBLE EP, OUTLOUDERS 💃) Amelia Lester, Jessie Stephens, and Claire Murphy dive deep into the doable productivity hacks that might actually transform your working life - from the mental clarity of 'hard pants' to why Taylor Swift treats her energy like
Summer Book Club: Melaleuca — Angie Faye Martin
Outlouders, welcome to the third and final instalment of our Summer Book Club where we’re going out strong. 🔥Em Vernem, Jessie Stephens and Holly Wainwright dissect Melaleuca by Angie Faye Martin — the Australian debut crime novel we did not see coming and now can’t stop thinking about. This episode has it all: small-town secrets, outback noir vibes, corrupt cops, missing wo
"Hold On, I Just Need To Vent"
Heated Rivalry is only the tip of a very sexy ice(hockey)berg. Straight women make up at least 60% of the audience of the booming MM (male to male) queer romance book market. Why? Holly Wainwright, Jessie Stephens and Emily Vernem unpack the theories behind the biggest TV hit of the Summer. Also, no, you're not imagining it. Every streaming show you watch is talking to you like you're
Brooklyn Beckham, That ‘Inappropriate’ Dance & The Downfall Of A Family Brand
The word "nuzzle" is being used and Victoria Beckham's humiliation is complete. Yes, we have an update on the devastating private family breakdown playing out in the most public of ways. Including: Why was Brooklyn Beckham's name trademarked to his mum? Why are wedding guests posting, and then deleting their recollections of 'that' dance? And what does the 'Atlantic Gap' have to do with all this?
An (Allegedly) Rude Celebrity & The Podcaster Facing a Reckoning
JLo has been accused of being rude when she didn't say "Hi" to the Glambot Guy on the red carpet at the Golden Globes last week. We all love stories of snooty celebrities but is this just an extension of telling women to "Smile"?Our (literal) foreign policy expert Amelia Lester is back and we have questions for her about Greenland. Namely, where is it? Why does Trump want it? And what happens if h
We’ve Entered The Year Of Friction-maxxing
Could you have guests over without cleaning all the way up? What about turning off the GPS when you're driving? How about not tracking your kids and partner, no matter what? This year, it's all about friction-maxxing. Learning to live without a few of the conveniences that have become crutches, all in the pursuit of becoming - no big deal - more human. Em is horrified and Jessie is inspired by thi
A Spectacular Writers' Festival Collapse & The Jennifer Lawrence Dog Drama
Since when did cosy chats about books suck up quite so many headlines? Adelaide Writers' Week is the longest-running literary event in Australia and this week it collapsed under the weight of its own controversy. So, Em asks Holly and Jessie, what are writers' festivals for, anyway? Jennifer Lawrence re-homed her dogs after she had a baby and Jessie wants to know why nobody warned her that talking
WE'RE BACK: Our Notes On The Golden Globes & Hollywood's 'Toxic Mums' Group
It's Golden Globes day and Mia Freedman is joining Holly, Jessie and Em to talk about frocks that landed and jokes that didn't. We're not mad, we'll just wait for our podcast category invite next year. When a former Disney star decides to put her mothers' group on blast, famous faces included, what could make it worse? Only a defensive Dad entering the chat. Yes, we're unpacking Ashley Tisda
NEW: Our Words Of The Year For 2026
It's January 1 and Outlouders know what that means. For almost a decade, on the first day of every year Mia Freedman, Jessie Stephens and Holly Wainwright have shared the single word that they hope will define the year ahead. Last year, they picked: Creativity, Nup, and, um, Let Them. But did they live by them? And what about Amelia Lester and Emily Vernem and the wider Outlouder family? It'
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