The Quicky

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Do you find the news cycle overwhelming? Depressing? Confusing? Boring? Endless? Then you need The Quicky. Mamamia's daily podcast that gets you up to speed on the top stories, then deep dives on one topic you want to know more about. It's the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day.

  1. 2 HR AGO

    Kyle Sandilands Has Been Fired. So, What Happens Now? & The Iranian Women's Soccer Team Are Back Home

    It’s the $200 million radio divorce that has shocked Australia. After nearly three decades of dominating the airwaves, the axe has officially fallen on Kyle Sandilands following a high-profile fallout with long-time co-host Jackie O Henderson. While the duo has survived countless scandals and record-breaking contracts, this time the ‘shock jock’ might have met his match in a legal battle that could change the Australian media landscape forever. 🗞️HEADLINES🗞️ The Iranian women's soccer team has arrived back in Iran Calls for the stepson of Norway’s crown prince to do at least 7 years behind bars accused of raping 4 women A real possum has been spotted in amongst stuffed native animals at Hobart airport Kim Kardashian has shared a video of herself falling into bushes before the Vanity Fair Oscars after party THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here and our TikTok here Discover more Mamamia podcasts here Get 25% off Nala with your Mamamia subscription. Click here to get your code ends April 1st. GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy Guest: Craig Bruce, co-host of the Game Changes Radio podcast on Apple and Spotify Audio Producer: Lu Hill Group Executive Producer: Ilaria Brophy Mamamia acknowledges the traditional owners of the land on which we have recorded this podcast. Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribe See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    19 min

  2. 17 HR AGO

    Trump Puts Australia On Blast & Why Sam Kerr Couldn't Celebrate The Matildas Win

    The Quicky Headlines ARN shares fall after the company axed the Kyle and Jackie 'O' Show Tropical Cyclone Narelle due to make landfall Friday and could cross three states Matilda's captain Sam Kerr says she almost didn't make it through the full semi final match last night Trump has blasted Australia for not sending help to the Strait of Hormuz; Albanese confirms no Australian ADF personnel were hurt in an Iranian missile strike near a UAE base Former Powderfinger guitarist Darren Middleton calls for more Aussie talent to be considered to perform at the AFL Grand Final THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here and our TikTok here Discover more Mamamia podcasts here Get 25% off Nala with your Mamamia subscription. Click here to get your code ends April 1st. GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Host: Claire Murphy Audio Producer: Lu HillGroup Executive Producer: Ilaria Brophy Mamamia acknowledges the traditional owners of the land on which we have recorded this podcast. Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribe See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    6 min

  3. 1 DAY AGO

    BREAKING: Kyle Sandilands Sacked As Radio Star Unleashes On ARN Bosses

    "I Don't Accept It" Radio Star Kyle Sandilands reveals his contract has been terminated by KIIS FM parent company ARN following a 14-day suspension set by the radio station.  "ARN has just announced that they've terminated my contract. I don't accept it. My lawyers told them last week this would be invalid. And guess what? It is," Sandilands said in a statement. Listen to more now in The Quicky. MORE HEADLINES The Matildas are through to the Asian Cup final defeating China 2-1 Top U.S. National Counterterrorism Official has quit, telling Donald Trump he cannot in good conscious back the action in Iran A silver lining to the disruption to travel caused by the war in Iran may be generous deals enticing Aussie travellers to stay closer to home Australian-born Queen Mary has slotted a close-range goal while visiting the MCG THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here and our TikTok here Discover more Mamamia podcasts here Get 25% off Nala with your Mamamia subscription. Click here to get your code ends April 1st. GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Hosts: Claire Murphy Audio Producer: Lu Hill Group Executive Producer: Ilaria Brophy Mamamia acknowledges the traditional owners of the land on which we have recorded this podcast. Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribe See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    10 min

  4. 1 DAY AGO

    Major Financial Blow For Aussie Homeowners & Queensland Braces For Cyclone Narelle

    The Reserve Bank of Australia has raised the official cash rate from 3.85 per cent to 4.10 per cent, a 25-basis-point jump designed to cool down a recent spike in inflation; The United Arab Emirates has officially closed its entire airspace as an "exceptional precautionary measure" following reports of incoming missile and drone threats from Iran; Queensland braces for Cyclone Narelle; The Australian Competition & Consumer Commission has officially summoned major fuel retailers, including BP and Ampol, to an emergency meeting to explain skyrocketing petrol prices following the closure of the Strait of Hormuz - where a large portion of the world’s petrol supply passes through; And Two Iranian national football players have officially traded their international jerseys for Brisbane Roar colours as they seek asylum in Australia. THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here and our TikTok here Discover more Mamamia podcasts here GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Host: Gemma Donahoe  Audio Producer: Lu Hill Mamamia acknowledges the traditional owners of the land on which we have recorded this podcast. Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribe See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    5 min

  5. 2 DAYS AGO

    Crisis Talks On Australia's Fuel Shortage & The Oscars Story You Might've Missed

    How low do you let your fuel light get before you start to sweat? With international conflict sending prices skyrocketing and some Australian towns facing actual rationing, that 'E' on your dashboard is looking a lot more literal. We’re diving into why the bowser is suddenly a battleground and how regional Australia is bearing the brunt of a tightening supply chain. Plus, the 2026 Oscars are officially over. From the record-breaking films to our nominated Aussies, Mamamia’s Head of Entertainment Laura Brodnik joins us to unpack every major moment. And in headlines today, Germany joins Australia and the UK, deciding not to send war ships to the Strait of Hormuz as requested by Donald Trump; Israel sends more troops further into Lebanon; The Matildas face off against China in Perth tonight in the Asian Cup semi final; Queen Mary and King Frederick will spend the next two days in Melbourne after meeting fans in Canberra; Michael B Jordon has been spotted taking his new Oscar for In and Out burgers THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here and our TikTok here Discover more Mamamia podcasts here GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy Guests:  Xavier Martin, President New South Wales Farmers Association  Laura Brodnik, Mamamia's Head of Entertainment Audio Producer: Lu Hill Group Executive Producer: Ilaria Brophy Mamamia acknowledges the traditional owners of the land on which we have recorded this podcast. Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribe See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    18 min

  6. 2 DAYS AGO

    One Nation Overtakes Coalition In Poll & U.S. Predict War Will End Within 'Weeks'

    A major poll reveals One Nation has overtaken the coalition for the first time; Kyle Sandilands and Jackie O Henderson will face a much shorter leash should they return to air, after the media watchdog hit ARN Media with strict new licence conditions; The captain of the Iranian women's soccer team has withdrawn her claim of asylum and left Australia, leaving just two members of the group remaining in the country; US officials are predicting the Iran war will end within weeks, despite Iran saying it’s ready to defend itself “for as long as it takes”; and One Battle After Another and Sinners win big at the 2026 Oscars. THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here and our TikTok here Discover more Mamamia podcasts here GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Host: Ailish Delaney Audio Producer: Lu Hill Mamamia acknowledges the traditional owners of the land on which we have recorded this podcast. Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribe See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    4 min

  7. 3 DAYS AGO

    Your Guide To The 2026 Oscars

    It’s Hollywood’s biggest night, and the 98th Academy Awards are officially underway. We’re joined by Claire Murphy to preview the unusual traditions you might not know about, the record-breaking 16 nominations for Sinners, and why Timothée Chalamet might have just tanked his chances. And in headlines today, Mike E steps in for Kyle & Jackie O with ARN bosses worried Sandilands will hit back at them during Australian Idol live shows; Four of the women from the Iranian soccer team offered humanitarian visas have chosen to return to Iran; The US Israeli war in Iran is now in its third week with US President Donald Trump saying he’s not ready to make a deal with Tehran; Australia has wrapped up its 2026 Winter Paralympics campaign with two medals, both scored by snowboarder Ben Tudhope; Rose Byrne is Australia's greatest hope at today's Academy Awards; Queen Mary and King Frederik are in Australia for their first trip since taking the throne, start their day in Canberra today THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here and our TikTok here Discover more Mamamia podcasts here GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy Audio Producer: Lu Hill Group Executive Producer: Ilaria Brophy Mamamia acknowledges the traditional owners of the land on which we have recorded this podcast. Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribe See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    25 min

  8. 5 DAYS AGO

    Australia's Emergency Fuel Release & Byron Bay's Bluesfest Cancelled

    Hundreds of millions of litres of extra fuel will flood the Australian market in response to price increases and supply shortages caused by the Iran war; Byron Bay's famous Bluesfest has been cancelled; The US military says rescue efforts are underway after an American military refuelling plane crashed in Iraq; Qantas passengers who were given credits instead of a refund for COVID-19 cancelled flights are set to share $105 million in compensation; Netflix says a sequel to the smash hit Kpop Demon Hunters is officially in development; And it seems Zendaya might’ve just confirmed her marriage to Tom Holland, amid rumours they wedded in secret weeks ago. THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here and our TikTok here Discover more Mamamia podcasts here GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Host: Tahli Blackman Audio Producer: Lu Hill Mamamia acknowledges the traditional owners of the land on which we have recorded this podcast. Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribe See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    4 min
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Do you find the news cycle overwhelming? Depressing? Confusing? Boring? Endless? Then you need The Quicky. Mamamia's daily podcast that gets you up to speed on the top stories, then deep dives on one topic you want to know more about. It's the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day.

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  • Channel
    Mamamia
  • Creator
    Mamamia Podcasts
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    2K
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Mamamia Podcasts
  • Show Website
    The Quicky
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    MAMAMIA.COM.AU PTY LTD

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