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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 HR 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
15 HR 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
1 DAY 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
1 DAY 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.

4 min
2 DAYS AGO

Explained: Petrol, Panic Buying & Price Pressure

As global tensions and conflict in the Middle East threaten the flow of oil into Australia, the warning signs are flashing. While we aren't out of fuel yet, regional towns are already seeing shortages, prices at the bowser are climbing, and supply is at risk of running low. So, how much do we really have left, and why is our 'just-in-time' delivery system so vulnerable to international shocks? Today, we're joined by the NRMA's Peter Khoury to explain where our fuel actually comes from and how many days of reserves we have left. Plus, consumer behaviour expert Dr Paul Harrison joins us to discuss the psychology of panic buying and how this shortage will eventually hit your grocery bill and your commute. 🗞️ HEADLINES MAFS expert Mel Schilling has passed away aged 54 Israel says they plan to occupy a large area of southern Lebanon Miley Cyrus has posed alongside her Hannah Montana co-stars at the 20th anniversary special launch Mysterious posters around Paris are fuelling rumours of a Celine Dion come back 📩 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 Guests: Peter Khoury, Head of Media NRMA Dr Paul Harrison, consumer behaviour expert at Deakin Business School 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.

22 min
2 DAYS AGO

Trump’s Iran "Fake News" & Aussie Influencer Slammed Over Fuel Crisis Post

🗞️ HEADLINES Iran has denied that it had engaged in negotiations with the US, calling reports of “productive talks” with US President Donald Trump nothing more than “fake news”. After a decade of back and forth, the Australian Prime Minister and EU President have officially signed a landmark free trade deal in Canberra. Bill Cosby has been found liable for the drugging and sexual assault of Donna Motsinger more than five decades ago. New South Wales and Queensland are moving to crack down on illegal e-bikes with strict new legislation. An Australian wellness influencer has apologised after being slammed for "tone-deaf" comments that appeared to downplay the nation’s escalating fuel crisis. 📩 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: Gemma Donahoe 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.

5 min
3 DAYS AGO

Why Modern Cults Are Booming & Fergie Denies Planning To Clone Queen’s Corgis

When you hear the word 'cult', you probably picture white robes and remote compounds. But in 2026, the reality is much more ordinary. From wellness communities to 'coaching' gurus and high-control religious groups, a new wave of organisations is recruiting young people who are searching for certainty in an unstable, post-pandemic world. As the Victorian Parliament conducts a landmark inquiry into the recruitment methods of these fringe groups, we investigate how the traditional cult has morphed into something far more sanitised and harder to spot. 🗞️ HEADLINES Public schools in Victoria & Tasmania impacted by teacher's strikes today Trump says deal with Iran coming soon to settle the war The pilots of an Air Canada flight have died in a crash with a fire truck at NY's La Guardia airport Sarah Ferguson denies she planned to clone the Queen's corgis 📩 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 Guests: Dominique Bayens, ABC Reporter & Host of Expanse: The Nannup Four Anke Richter, Journalist, Author of Cult Trip & Head of DeCult Clare Heath-McIvor, Cult survivor, Co-runner of the Australian Cult Survivors Network 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.

18 min
3 DAYS AGO

Kyle Sandilands Sues ARN & Aussies Urged To WFH To Save Fuel Supplies

🗞️ HEADLINES Kyle Sandilands is taking his ARN contract termination to court claiming the decision to end the remainder of his 10-year, $100 million contract was invalid because he had not breached his obligations. The federal government says it’s up to workers whether they ditch the office to save on petrol after the world energy watchdog suggested Australia encourage working from home to protect our fuel supplies amid global shortages. Testing has begun on a new digital bond system that will let NSW tenants transfer their bond from one property to the next for just $25. US journalist Savannah Guthrie could return to her role on the Today Show in coming weeks, as she continues to deal with the disappearance of her mother. Chappell Roan is hitting back at claims her security team harassed a child at a hotel breakfast in São Paulo. 📩 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 🎙️ 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.

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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.