The Quicky

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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    Political Violence In Trump's America & The New Threat To Same-Sex Marriage

    The assassination of right-wing commentator Charlie Kirk has intensified fears of political violence in the US, but it's not the only major story out of Trump's America. We look at the latest legal battles facing the administration, including the ongoing fight over immigration, a new Supreme Court challenge to same-sex marriage, and whether the courts are the last line of defence in a deeply divided country. And in headlines today, Utah Governor Spencer Cox says Tyler Robinson, the man arrested over the killing of right-wing activist Charlie Kirk is not co-operating with authorities; The guidelines for social media platforms to comply with the age restriction laws will be released by Communications Minister Anika Wells and e-Safety Commissioner Julie Inman Grant today; US officials say The United States and China have reached a framework agreement to switch TikTok to US-controlled ownership; Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he did not rule out further strikes on Hamas leaders "wherever they are"; The staff at Windsor castle are preparing to welcome US President Donald Trump for his second state visit to the UK this weekTHE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Listen to Morning Tea celebrity headlines 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  Guest: Amelia Lester, Mamamia's US Correspondent Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribe See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    20 min
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    I Hunt Online Child Predators, Here’s What You Need To Know

    As Australia's social media ban for teens approaches, we reveal how online predators continue to find vulnerable children on other apps and platforms. We speak to an expert from the Australian Federal Police to go inside their strategies to catch offenders and share the key warning signs every parent needs to know to keep their kids safe. And in headlines today, parents are being urged to talk to their kids about online safety after nine people were charged with more than 30 child exploitation offences during a two-week blitz in NSW; Utah trade school student Tyler Robinson, who has been arrested on suspicion of fatally shooting right-wing activist Charlie Kirk, will be charged this week; After being sidelined for 20 months due to injury, Matilda's captain Sam Kerr has returned in style, scoring her 100th goal for her English club Chelsea; Hollywood Director Woody Allen has given a glowing account of the time he spent with disgraced financier and child abuser Jeffrey Epstein saying he "couldn't have been nicer" THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Listen to Morning Tea celebrity headlines 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 & Ailish Delaney Guest: Raffaella Ciccarelli, Mamamia Weekend & News Editor  Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribe See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    12 min
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    Menopause In Your 20s? & The Truth About Your Matcha Latte

    When we talk about menopause, we often leave out the stories of women in their 20s and 30s who are experiencing it prematurely. We speak to a young woman whose breast cancer treatment triggered early menopause and unpack why this medical anomaly is so difficult to navigate. Plus, your favourite matcha latte could be messing with your health... WATCH: WellFemme's Premature Ovarian Insufficiency webinar  And in headlines today, US investigators say they have found a bolt-action rifle they believe was used to kill conservative activist Charlie Kirk; Divisions in the Liberal Party threaten to haunt Sussan Ley's fledging leadership, as colleagues raise questions about her handling of the demotion of a firebrand senator; An inquiry has found state efforts to play down the presence of "forever chemicals" in a major city's drinking water supply were made without a proper testing regime; The man who killed John Lennon outside the former Beatle's Manhattan apartment building in 1980 has been denied parole for a 14th time.THE END BITS Our new podcast Watch Party is out now, listen to our deep-dive into The Thursday Murder Club movie on Apple or Spotify. Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Listen to Morning Tea celebrity headlines 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 & Ailish Delaney Guest: Jess Westcott Dr Kelly Teagle, Founder & Director WellFemme Menopausal Telehealth ClinicAudio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribe See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    19 min
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    Conservative US Commentator Shot Dead & Why Did Israel Strike Qatar?

    Israel has carried out a strike in Doha, targeting a building it claims housed Hamas' political leadership, but the move is being condemned as a violation of international law by multiple world leaders. We break down the fallout of this shocking escalation, its impact on stalled ceasefire talks, and what it means for the future of the Gaza conflict. And in headlines today US right-wing activist and commentator Charlie Kirk, an influential ally of President Donald Trump, was fatally shot in the neck on Wednesday at an event at a Utah university; Prince Harry has had tea with his dad King Charles at their first face to face meeting in 19 months; As the manhunt for Dezi Freeman enters its 17th day, authorities are hoping a $1 million reward and the offer of protection against prosecution for anyone who may have helped the fugitive could lead them to a breakthrough arrest;  Just days after launching air strikes reportedly targeting Hamas leaders in Doha, Israel has also struck the Yemeni capital Sanaa and the northern province of al-Jawf; Liberal leader Sussan Ley has asked Jacinta Nampijinpa Price to step down from her coalition portfolios after the senator claimed the Labor government was bringing in more Indian migrants to bolster its vote; Former Aussie tennis great Lleyton Hewitt has been allowed to captain Australia in this weekend's Davis Cup match in Sydney despite being hit with a fine and a ban for "offensive conduct" at a previous tie when he pushed a volunteer doping control official against a wall THE END BITS Our new podcast Watch Party is out now, listen to our deep-dive into The Thursday Murder Club movie on Apple or Spotify. Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Listen to Morning Tea celebrity headlines 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  Guest: Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribe See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    22 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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