Mamamia Out Loud

Mamamia Out Loud

Smart, often silly and sometimes surprising. Absolutely everything is up for discussion: from pop culture to politics, body image to motherhood, feminism to fashion. Join Mia Freedman, Holly Wainwright and Jessie Stephens as they dissect the news and issues of the week.

  1. 12 HR AGO

    Holding Space For My 'Wicked' Vulva

    The world’s in tears and holding both space and fingernails for one movie musical —so why all the big feelings about Wicked? We unpack the reaction you're seeing on social media.  Plus, a woman has waited six years to be able to call one of the most famous men in the world her rapist, and now she can. But he isn’t going to jail. The story of Conor McGregor and Nikita Hand.   And, why “puffy” is the adjective women are taking to plastic surgeons about their labia. Confused? You're not alone.  Support independent women's media Resources:If you or someone you know is in need of support contact help is available: Lifeline 13 11 14 1800RESPECT  1800 737 732  What To Listen To Next:  Listen to our latest episode: Family Gatherings, Opposite Opinions & Drama Listen: The Lie Nicole Kidman Still Has To Tell Listen: What Every Woman Needs To Hear From Her Ex Listen: "We Can See You... Could You Not?" Listen to The Spill's 'Wicked' episode: The Question That Changed Our Mind About Ariana Grande And Ethan Slater Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts  The End Bits:  Sign up to the Mamamia Out Loud Newsletter for all our recommendations and behind-the-scenes content in one place.  $33 off - Mamamia’s biggest Black Friday discount ever.Get an all access pass to Mamamia for just $36. Enjoy $33 off a yearly subscription by heading here. What To Read:  Read: Everything you need to know about the Mamamia Out Loud ALL OR NOTHING TOUR coming May 2025. Read Laura Brodnik's piece on 'Wicked': This is why people are sobbing in the streets over Wicked. Read: Ariana Grande has a suspicion about Glinda's character in Wicked, but some fans disagree. Read: He was the famous boxer, she was the mother-of-one. Read: 'As a teen, I wanted labiaplasty. One sentence from the surgeon changed my life.' Read: 'Labia puffing' is the latest beauty trend and we need to talk about it. Read: The Wicked and The Wizard Of Oz timeline, explained. Read: Everything you need to know about Wicked: Part 2. GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Send us an email at outloud@mamamia.com.au Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice message Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud CREDITS: Hosts: Holly Wainwright, Mia Freedman & Jessie Stephens  Executive Producer: Ruth Devine Senior Producer: Emeline Gazilas Audio Production: Leah Porges Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribe See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    44 min
  2. 1 DAY AGO • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    SUBSCRIBER: Family Gatherings, Opposite Opinions & Drama

    The holiday season is upon us, which means lots of socialising with friends and family. But what happens when you're chatting to that family member with vastly different (and radical) world views? Lean in for the advice that could save you from an explosive ending to your next gathering.   And, have you ever wondered if Holly and Jessie ever talk about Mia... behind her back? 🍿 Cheeky question but come on, we've all thought about it. One bold Outlouder sent in this exact question for Ask Us Anything which our hosts answer along with a variety of other burning questions.  What to listen to next:  Listen to our latest episode: The Lie Nicole Kidman Still Has To Tell Listen: What Every Woman Needs To Hear From Her Ex Listen: "We Can See You... Could You Not?" Listen: Dopamine Diets, Glimmers & Pockets of Joy Listen: Jessie's Great Big Mother-In-Law Dilemma Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts  Sign up to the Mamamia Out Loud Newsletter for all our recommendations and behind-the-scenes content in one place.  GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Send us an email at outloud@mamamia.com.au Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice message Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud and on Tiktok @mamamiaoutloud CREDITS: Hosts: Jessie Stephens & Holly Wainwright Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine Executive Producer: Emeline Gazilas Audio Producer: Leah Porges Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

    24 min
  3. 2 DAYS AGO

    The Lie Nicole Kidman Still Has To Tell

    They're the girls whose names and images have been on every screen and hovering in every conversation around Australia over the last few days. So, exactly what happened to Bianca Jones and Holly Bowles? And how?   Plus, Nicole Kidman is an enigma wrapped in a riddle — is that happy divorce pap shot REALLY fake, as she says now, and why is there so much chat about how much she works? What's the real deal here about one of Australia's biggest Hollywood stars? And, Heath Ledger, Jacob Elordi, Timothée Chalamet, Dev Patel, Paul Mescal, Harry Styles… No, it’s not a fantasy football team, they’re all men who are the subject of super-cool celebrity lookalike contests. But where are all the women at? Our theories are as varied as they are multiple. Support independent women's media What To Listen To Next:  Listen to our latest episode: What Every Woman Needs To Hear From Her Ex Listen: "We Can See You... Could You Not?" Listen: The Influencer Family We Can’t Talk About Listen: Dopamine Diets, Glimmers & Pockets of Joy Listen: Horny Midlife Women & The Sexiest Man Alive Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts  The End Bits:  Sign up to the Mamamia Out Loud Newsletter for all our recommendations and behind-the-scenes content in one place.  Join the Month of MOVE Get $30 off a Mamamia subscription and get unlimited access to our feel-good exercise app. Head here to get a yearly subscription for just $39.  What To Read:  Read: Everything you need to know about the Mamamia Out Loud ALL OR NOTHING TOUR coming May 2025. Read: 'Her life had just begun.' Bianca Jones' father has spoken. Read: Six people have died after drinking alcohol in Laos. But what is methanol poisoning? Read: Ariana Grande has a suspicion about Glinda's character in Wicked, but some fans disagree. Read: Nicole Kidman's iconic divorce photo is a lie. GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Send us an email at outloud@mamamia.com.au Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice message Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud CREDITS: Hosts: Holly Wainwright, Mia Freedman & Jessie Stephens  Executive Producer: Ruth Devine Senior Producer: Emeline Gazilas Audio Production: Leah Porges Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribe See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    40 min
  4. Little Treat: Jessie Stephens On 'Seize The Yay'

    3 DAYS AGO · BONUS

    Little Treat: Jessie Stephens On 'Seize The Yay'

    Oh Outlouders, you are going to be a very happy lot because you, friends, have a little treat coming your way today.  You might have heard of one Jessie Stephens. Our very own clever clogs, author, multiple podcast host and mum is this week's special guest on Mamamia's podcast Seize The Yay, hosted by Sarah Davidson.  This is your chance to listen in as Jessie and Sarah chat about careers, spill all the behind-the-scenes gossip from Mamamia where Jessie's media career began, and examine the never-ending juggle working parents face. So. Much. Goodness. It's a really good listen so put your earphones in and enjoy! Support independent women's media The End Bits:  Listen to Mamamia Out Loud  More episodes of Seize The Yay  Announcements on Insta at @spoonful_of_sarah Join our Facebook community here Subscribe to not miss out on the next instalment of YAY! Join the Month of MOVE Get $30 off a Mamamia subscription and get unlimited access to our feel-good exercise app. Head here to get a yearly subscription for just $39.  Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribe See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1h 4m
  5. 5 DAYS AGO

    What Every Woman Needs To Hear From Her Ex

    There’s never been more in life to distract us, but we’re more bored than ever before. We unpack why we’re all so damn bored… and whether or not it’s a good thing. Plus, our recommendations, including some funny women talking about Holly’s favourite subject, a new podcast baby in our family and a TV show to watch this weekend.  And a formal apology from Holly, Mia’s new nana name (with a sprinkle of surprise beef) and Jessie’s juicy Saturday night encounter - it’s best and worst. Support independent women's media What To Listen To Next:  Listen to our latest episode: "We Can See You... Could You Not?" Listen: We’ve Got The Ick Listen: Dopamine Diets, Glimmers & Pockets of Joy Listen: Horny Midlife Women & The Sexiest Man Alive Listen: We're Ready To Share Our D*ckhead List Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts  Recommendations:  Mia wants you to listen to Diary Of A Birth  Jessie wants you to watch Bad Sisters Holly wants you to listen to the Avant Gardeners Podcast  The End Bits:  Sign up to the Mamamia Out Loud Newsletter for all our recommendations and behind-the-scenes content in one place.  Join the Month of MOVE Get $30 off a Mamamia subscription and get unlimited access to our feel-good exercise app. Head here to get a yearly subscription for just $39.  What To Read:  Read: MIA FREEDMAN: '7 things I stopped wearing in 2024.' Read: We've been getting 'the ick' for forever. But now it's gone too far. Read: ‘Let them be bored.’ A mum of 3 shares her Five Golden Rules for parenting. GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Send us an email at outloud@mamamia.com.au Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice message Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud CREDITS: Hosts: Holly Wainwright, Mia Freedman & Jessie Stephens  Executive Producer: Ruth Devine Senior Producer: Emeline Gazilas Audio Production: Leah Porges Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribe See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    46 min
  6. 6 DAYS AGO • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    SUBSCRIBER: "We Can See You... Could You Not?"

    Uh-oh. Your neighbours go to the loo and thanks to some dodgy not-so-frosted windows, you can see them EVERY. SINGLE. TIME. Yeah, they're nice enough people but not so nice that you want to share their private bathroom business. So, what do you do? Keep quiet or tell them? And if you do decide to have a word, HOW? Fortunately, Holly, Mia and Jessie clean up with advice for the Outlouder who's faced with... way too much. Plus, what happens when after 28 years of marriage you wake up one day and decide "I love you... but yeah, nah to sex now, thanks"? We help one woman with her bedroom conundrum.   What to listen to next:  Listen to our latest episode: The Influencer Family We Can’t Talk About Listen: Dopamine Diets, Glimmers & Pockets of Joy Listen: Horny Midlife Women & The Sexiest Man Alive Listen: Stevie Nicks And The Hard Truth About Rivalry Listen: We're Ready To Share Our D*ckhead List Listen: Jessie's Great Big Mother-In-Law Dilemma Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts  Sign up to the Mamamia Out Loud Newsletter for all our recommendations and behind-the-scenes content in one place.  GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Send us an email at outloud@mamamia.com.au Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice message Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud and on Tiktok @mamamiaoutloud CREDITS: Hosts: Mia Freedman, Jessie Stephens & Holly Wainwright Executive Producer: Ruth Devine Senior Producer: Emeline Gazilas Audio Producer: Leah Porges Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

    18 min
  7. 20 NOV

    The Influencer Family We Can’t Talk About

    Medi Mums #medicalmoms are on the rise on social media. Don't know what we're talking about? Listen in as we discuss why parents share their children's moments when they're at their most vulnerable --- and why.   Plus, is the era of the celebrity endorsement over? Eva Longoria made her thoughts about the new US president clear but after the election, no-one seems to want to hear what she, or any other celebrity, think.  And are you in your Protective Hag era? Let's just say that one of the hosts is and one... not so much. Buckle up for the discussion.  Support independent women's media What To Listen To Next:  Listen to our latest episode: Dopamine Diets, Glimmers & Pockets of Joy Listen: Horny Midlife Women & The Sexiest Man Alive Listen: We're Ready To Share Our D*ckhead List Listen: Stevie Nicks And The Hard Truth About Rivalry Listen: Kate Middleton's Face & Martha Stewart's Fortune Listen: Jessie's Great Big Mother-In-Law Dilemma Listen: Liam Payne, Jackie O & The Addict's Friend Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts  The End Bits:  Sign up to the Mamamia Out Loud Newsletter for all our recommendations and behind-the-scenes content in one place.  Join the Month of MOVE Get $30 off a Mamamia subscription and get unlimited access to our feel-good exercise app. Head here to get a yearly subscription for just $39.  GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Send us an email at outloud@mamamia.com.au Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice message Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud CREDITS: Hosts: Holly Wainwright, Mia Freedman & Jessie Stephens  Executive Producer: Ruth Devine Senior Producer: Emeline Gazilas Audio Production: Leah Porges Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribe See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    46 min
  8. 19 NOV • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    SUBSCRIBER: Dopamine Diets, Glimmers & Pockets of Joy

    Hasn't 2024 been a huge year? Some might say mahoosive. That's why it's important to take a moment and appreciate the 'glimmers' around us --- the little moments that spark happiness in the everyday. It's the Dopamine Diet which never disappoints.  Mia, Jessie and guest host Amelia Lester, share their particular pockets of joy from the year so far. From serendipitous moments and quality time to... Copenhagen fashion. No prizes for guessing who came up with that particular nugget of joy.  Enjoy! What to listen to next:  Listen to our latest episode: Horny Midlife Women & The Sexiest Man Alive Listen: Stevie Nicks And The Hard Truth About Rivalry Listen: We're Ready To Share Our D*ckhead List Listen: Kate Middleton's Face & Martha Stewart's Fortune Listen: Jessie's Great Big Mother-In-Law Dilemma Listen to No Filter: Throuple Life: Rowan Mangan And Her Two Wives Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts  Sign up to the Mamamia Out Loud Newsletter for all our recommendations and behind-the-scenes content in one place.  What to read next:  Read: Why we should be focusing on 'glimmers' instead of triggers. Read: Why we should be focusing on glimmers in the 'hard years' of parenting. GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Send us an email at outloud@mamamia.com.au Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice message Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud and on Tiktok @mamamiaoutloud CREDITS: Hosts: Mia Freedman, Jessie Stephens & Amelia Lester Executive Producer: Ruth Devine Senior Producer: Emeline Gazilas Audio Producer: Leah Porges Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

    21 min

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Smart, often silly and sometimes surprising. Absolutely everything is up for discussion: from pop culture to politics, body image to motherhood, feminism to fashion. Join Mia Freedman, Holly Wainwright and Jessie Stephens as they dissect the news and issues of the week.

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