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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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Push For WFH & Free Public Transport Nationwide. What's Next In This Fuel Crisis?

With the conflict between the US, Israel, and Iran dragging on, the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz has sent shockwaves through global supply chains and Australian petrol pumps. As the Prime Minister unveils a National Fuel Security Plan to stop the panic buying, we look at why the fuel excise has been halved and what it actually means for your hip pocket. Plus, with Victoria and Tasmania introducing free public transport while other states hold out, we’re joined by political analyst Amy Remeikis to unpack the federal government's relief strategy and why some states are refusing to come to the party. 🗞️ HEADLINES Locals in Walwa are wondering if one of them turned in fugitive police killer Dezi Freeman Donald Trump has threatened to obliterate Iran's power structure after they called the US peace deal "unrealistic" Researchers say data shows vaping causes cancer The makers of Euphoria show Eric Dane's last role in new trailer 📩 GET IN TOUCH Got a story, news tip-off, feedback or dilemma? Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au SUBSCRIBE here to get 25% off an $89 annual subscription PLUS 25% off Nala. Your Mamamia discount will be applied at checkout. Then find your Nala code in the Subscriber Hub immediately after joining. Ends 1st April.CURRENT SUBSCRIBERS: Get 25% off Nala with your Mamamia subscription. Click here to get your code. Ends 1st April. 🎙️ CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy Guest: Amy Remeikis, Chief Political Analyst at The Australia Institute & Contributing Editor at The New Daily Group Executive Producer: Ilaria Brophy Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here and our TikTok here Discover more Mamamia podcasts here Did you know some of our shows are now in video on the Apple Podcast app? Make sure your phone is up to date and check it out here! 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.

17 min
18 HR AGO

HEADLINES: Dezi Freeman Shot Dead & Fuel Relief Plan Unveiled

🗞️ HEADLINES Fugitive Dezi Freeman has been shot dead by police at a property in Victoria’s north-east, after seven months on the run. National Cabinet has agreed on a new plan to boost fuel security across Australia, with all states and territories on board. Principals and school leaders are facing rising threats, physical violence and bullying, with more than half seriously contemplating leaving their roles. Arnold Schwarzenegger’s son is following in his footsteps, winning his first bodybuilding competition. 📩 GET IN TOUCH Got a story, news tip-off, feedback or dilemma? 🎤 Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au Get 25% off Nala with your Mamamia subscription. Click here to get your code ends April 1st. 🎙️ CREDITS Host: Ailish Delaney Audio Producer: Lu Hill Group Executive Producer: Ilaria Brophy Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here and our TikTok here Discover more Mamamia podcasts here 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.

7 min
1 DAY AGO

Emergency Fuel Summit & The Greatest Threat To Your Love Life

Technological advances rarely arrive without trade-offs, and now our smartphones are back under the microscope with claims they are fundamentally changing the way we fall in love. From 'phubbing' your partner to forming attachment-style bonds with your device, we investigate how constant notifications might be interfering with our ability to form deep human connections. We speak with psychologist Carly Dober and sex-and-relationship therapist Lisa Torney to find out if your phone is acting like a 'significant other' and how we can stay intimately connected in a digital world. 🗞️ HEADLINES Free nationwide public transport to be discussed at today's National Cabinet Iran says it is ready to respond to a US ground attack as Washington dispatched thousands of Marines to the region Aussie Sam Kerr has shrugged off the Matildas defeat in the Asian Cup to score for English side Chelsea Brittany Spears has reportedly remained sober since her DUI arrest earlier this month Friends star Lisa Kudrow has admitted she’s only now catching up on the show There are reports icon Kylie Minogue will star at the 2026 AFL Grand Final 📩 GET IN TOUCH Got a story, news tip-off, feedback or dilemma? Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au SUBSCRIBE here to get 25% off an $89 annual subscription PLUS 25% off Nala. Your Mamamia discount will be applied at checkout. Then find your Nala code in the Subscriber Hub immediately after joining. Ends 1st April.CURRENT SUBSCRIBERS: Get 25% off Nala with your Mamamia subscription. Click here to get your code. Ends 1st April. 🎙️ CREDITS Hosts: Grace Rouvray & Claire Murphy Guests: Carly Dober, Director of the Australian Association of Psychologists Lisa Torney, Sex & Relationship Counsellor Group Executive Producer: Ilaria Brophy Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here and our TikTok here Discover more Mamamia podcasts here Did you know some of our shows are now in video on the Apple Podcast app? Make sure your phone is up to date and check it out here! 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.

15 min
3 DAYS AGO

HEADLINES: Trump Calls Out Australia Over Iran War & Sandilands’ $100m Court Clash

🗞️ HEADLINES Anthony Albanese has hit back at Donald Trump, after the US President took a swipe at Australia and a string of allies, for not getting more involved in the war against Iran. Drivers could see petrol costs reduced by 26c a litre, under a coalition proposal to halve the fuel excise as the Middle East conflict drags on. Jackie O Henderson could be dragged into a bitter legal battle, brought by her former co-host Kyle Sandilands over his record $100 million radio contract dispute. Taylor Swift has made her first public appearance this year, attending the iHeart Radio Music Awards with fiancé, Travis Kelce. 📩 GET IN TOUCH Got a story, news tip-off, feedback or dilemma? 🎤 Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au Get 25% off Nala with your Mamamia subscription. Click here to get your code ends April 1st. 🎙️ CREDITS Host: Ailish Delaney Audio Producer: Taylah Strano Group Executive Producer: Ilaria Brophy Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here and our TikTok here Discover more Mamamia podcasts here 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.

3 min
4 DAYS AGO

Hot Girl Scroll: Social Media Addiction Trial, Melania’s Robot & The Controversial App Axed

From a landmark lawsuit on social media addiction to a humanoid robot making an appearance at the White House, the internet moves so fast that if you blink, you’ve missed half of it. This week, we’re unpacking the three tech stories you need to be across. We look at the Los Angeles jury that found Meta and Google liable for millions in damages, marking a massive win in the fight against app features designed to hook minors. Plus, we’re stepping inside the White House where Melania Trump has welcomed a human-shaped AI guest to pitch the future of 'robot teachers'. And, why has OpenAI suddenly pulled the plug on its viral video-generation tool, Sora? We’re joined by futurist Mark Pesce to unpack it all. 🗞️ HEADLINES The IOC has banned trans women from competing in female Olympic events from 2028 Panic fuel buying is about price rises not shortage fears Cyclone Narelle has strengthened to a category 4 as it tracks towards the WA coast today Kyle Sandilands will make his first court appearance today to fight his contract termination Prince William says he's considering dumping his beard in favour of a moustache 📩 GET IN TOUCH Got a story, news tip-off, feedback or dilemma? Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au Get 25% off Nala with your Mamamia subscription. Click here to get your code ends April 1st. 🎙️ CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy Guest: Mark Pesce, Futurist & Honorary Associate at Sydney University Audio Producer: Jacob Round Group Executive Producer: Ilaria Brophy Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here and our TikTok here Discover more Mamamia podcasts here 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
4 DAYS AGO

HEADLINES: PM’s Fuel Crisis Talks & Aussie Sunscreen Shake Up

🗞️ HEADLINES A U.S. jury has ordered Google and Meta to pay $4.3 million after finding them liable for social media addiction PM Anthony Albanese has called a second emergency meeting with state leaders to manage the growing fuel crisis Australia’s medical regulator is planning a major shake-up of sunscreen rules Hero Ahmed Al Ahmed has been awarded a key to the city 📩 GET IN TOUCH Got a story, news tip-off, feedback or dilemma? 🎤 Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au Get 25% off Nala with your Mamamia subscription. Click here to get your code ends April 1st. 🎙️ CREDITS Host: Tahli Blackman Audio Producer: Jacob Round Group Executive Producer: Ilaria Brophy Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here and our TikTok here Discover more Mamamia podcasts here 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.

3 min
5 DAYS AGO

Aussies Bracing For Supermarket Shock & Everything We Know About Bridgerton Season 5

We’ve only just cooled down from the steamy fourth season of Bridgerton, but the next lead has officially been confirmed, and it’s a major departure from the original books. As speculation reaches a fever pitch, we’re indulging in everything we know about the much-anticipated fifth season. Today, we sit down with Grace Rouvray from the Watch Party podcast to unpack the reveal of Francesca Bridgerton and Michaela Stirling, exploring the internet’s reaction to the gender-swap and why the show decided to skip over Eloise for now. Plus, we investigate the future of Lady Whistledown and whether we’ll be waiting years for the next chapter of the ton to drop on Netflix Check out Watch Party here 🗞️ HEADLINES Aussies bracing for supermarket shock as experts warn grocery prices will rise slowly as diesel shortages hit the supply chain US Today Show host Savannah Guthrie has given her first interview since the abduction of her mother OpenAI is shutting down Sora, the app users used to create deep fakes of public figures An Iranian official says the US 15 point peace plan is still being considered Australia's Foreign Minister has warned Israel against occupying Lebanon 📩 GET IN TOUCH Got a story, news tip-off, feedback or dilemma? Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au Get 25% off Nala with your Mamamia subscription. Click here to get your code ends April 1st. 🎙️ CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy Guest: Grace Rouvray, Host of Watch Party Audio Producer: Lu Hill Group Executive Producer: Ilaria Brophy Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here and our TikTok here Discover more Mamamia podcasts here 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.

23 min
5 DAYS AGO

$40 Fuel Cap Dumped & Bridgerton’s New Couple Alert

🗞️ HEADLINES The fuel crisis is continuing to wreck havoc across the country ABC staff go on strike for first time in decades Residents as far south as Perth are preparing for the impacts of Cyclone Narelle Bridgerton season 5 to focus on same-sex love story 📩 GET IN TOUCH Got a story, news tip-off, feedback or dilemma? 🎤 Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au Get 25% off Nala with your Mamamia subscription. Click here to get your code ends April 1st. 🎙️ CREDITS Host: Grace Rouvray Audio Producer: Lu Hill Group Executive Producer: Ilaria Brophy Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here and our TikTok here Discover more Mamamia podcasts here 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.

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Coming Soon: The Quicky Junior

Subscribe to The Quicky Junior here. The Quicky Junior is Mamamia’s weekly podcast that gets your family up to speed on the week’s top news and sports stories, in a way that won't make your kids roll their eyes or tell you to turn it down. It’s your family’s one-stop source for interesting stories, intelligent conversation and the headlines explained in a concise and family-friendly format. Dropping every Saturday morning at 6am, from the 28th May in The Quicky Junior feed. Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribe See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

21/05/2022

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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.