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Mamamia Out Loud

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Australia's #1 podcast for women is where inquisitive minds come for great conversation — with an occasional side serve of chaos.

New episodes: Several times a week
Typical length: 41 min
Latest: 7 Oct 2026
Language: English

Latest episode

7 Oct 2026 · 48 minNew

Everything We Know About Sam Wood

Sam Wood built a fitness empire for hundreds of thousands of Australian women. Now he's been charged with domestic violence offences after his arrest in Noosa, which he intends to defend. Holly Wainwright, Mia Freedman and Jessie Stephens unpack what we know so far. Plus, couples are getting ‘food divorces’ and psychologists are worried, but Mia actually already has one. Plus in big Outlouder news, she's finally learning how to cook. Huge, we know. Also, Pete Davidson told Variety that Get Ready With Me videos make him feel like the world is broken. Jessie has spotted a small…

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6 Oct 2026 · 3 minNew

FREE SUBS TASTER: A Pap Walk & A Pub Lunch: An Unhinged Royal Wrap

Taylor Swift promised Life of a Showgirl was 12 bangers, no extras. Then came The Encore. Mia has a theory about why Taylor keeps doubling down and what it might have to do with an Oscar, while Holly asks whether it's sexist to want Taylor to have a little lie down and let us miss her. Plus, Jessie has been manipulated into bringing Meghan news and she arrives with four juicy tidbits, including the pub that allegedly refused to serve the Duchess (and her controversial order - well, it surprised us). Plus Mia and Holly disagree about a Sussex Pap Walk. And, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is back.…
4 Oct 2026 · 23 minNew

The Exact Moment You Realise You're An Adult

Outlouders, we’ve unlocked an exclusive subscriber episode for your long weekend listening pleasure. You're welcome. Enjoy! When did you realise you were an adult? Not a specific age - but the moment you're suddenly the one who's supposed to know what to do. There's an essay doing the rounds arguing adults don't actually exist and we're all just winging it, some of us with better posture. So what actually defines an adult? Is it knowing the right thing to do or just being the one willing to do it, even when you'd rather not? And if nobody really has it figured out, what's the risk in…
2 Oct 2026 · 37 min

Three Rules For Life & The Worst Person In A Conversation

Holly Wainwright finds Laurie Anderson’s three rules for life inspiring. Em Vernem finds them embarrassing - so cue a generational war in today’s episode. Plus, The Guardian has named the five types of people ruining conversations, from the serial monologuer to the trauma dumper. Holly, Jessie and Em have met every one of them, and one is hated more than the rest. Also, Jessie has found a recruiter who says to never walk into a job interview holding this one diverse item . We debate whether its a fair accessory or a power play. And, the New York Times ranks the 100 best TV shows…
30 Sep 2026 · 39 min

The 'Cornell 7' Snapchat Messages & Can We Talk About This Exercise Trend?

Breast milk fountains have hit the runway and for someone who self-identifies as ‘not a fashion girlie’, Jessie Stephens has never been more on trend. Holly's algorithm has decided it’s time for her to bounce up and down in fitted lycra. We question if it’s ever okay to film during an exercise class and shared some lived experiences that could be used as evidence for why the answer to that question should be ‘no’. Plus, two years on, the ‘Cornell Seven’ case has been reopened. A civil lawsuit, a reopened investigation and a fraternity group…
29 Sep 2026 · 4 min

SUBS FREE TASTER: The Victoria Beckham C-word Investigation

Outlouders, enjoy this free taster of Jessie Stephens, Emily Vernem & Holly Wainwright on our subscriber-only episode. You can listen to the full conversation here: The Victoria Beckham C-word Investigation It's Tuesday, which means gossip we probably shouldn't be enjoying this much. There is a rumour that Taylor Swift invented her own award at the VMAs, then acted surprised when she won it. Wild if true. Em unpacks it for us and details what happens when Taylor and Charli XCX end up at the same show after writing diss tracks about each other. Plus, Holly details the joke that got comedian…
28 Sep 2026 · 41 min

A School Holiday Reckoning & The 'Wifecore' Queen of the VMAs

814 hours. That's how much extra care two full time working parents of primary schoolers need to find every year to cover the gap between school hours, school holidays and the working week. We discuss Georgie Dent’s speech that just about every parent shared last week. Should you pay a friend back for a cup of coffee? One writer argues nobody should ask a friend to pay them back for anything under $15. Also, Taylor Swift seems to have entered her ‘wife’ era. She has some new songs out, she’s proudly shouting about who her husband is but we somehow end this segment…
26 Sep 2026 · 35 min

I Know The Day My Mum Is Going To Die: Dr Ginni's Special Series

A few weeks ago, Holly recommended an episode of Mamamia’s Gen X podcast, Unleashed , and we’re bringing it to the Outlouders feed. If you haven’t listened before, Unleashed is a podcast for Gen X women who need a laugh, a chat and sometimes a space for the harder parts of life. Unleashed co-host Dr Ginni Mansberg recently shared the deeply personal story of her mum’s decision to choose voluntary assisted dying. Ginni wanted to talk about what was happening with her family, but we wanted to give her the space to tell the story not just as a doctor, but most…
25 Sep 2026 · 48 min

The Most Annoying Person In Your Office & Do You Have Time 'Time Affluence'?

Are you the most annoying person in the workplace? Keeshia Pettit joins the show for her first ‘main show’ and she’s directing this question specifically at Jessie Stephens after learning that she might be an ‘office pinger’. Why does every man alive want to throw a rock into water? We share some of the funniest and strangest things that men like to do and leave asking why they all want to put things on their heads. Also, is free time the new status symbol? There's a very specific number of 'free time' hours that decides if you're happy or miserable. And, do you…
24 Sep 2026 · 4 min

FREE SUBS TASTER: Is It Just Us, Or Does Everyone Sound Exactly The Same?

Outlouders, enjoy this free taster of Jessie Stephens, Emily Vernem & Keeshia Pettit on our subscriber-only episode. You can listen to the full conversation here: Is It Just Us, Or Does Everyone Sound Exactly The Same? Would you rather your group chats were leaked, or your ChatGPT history? And how did "Would you like me to develop these ideas for you?" become the most dangerous question of our age? We're asking whether outsourcing our emails to AI is harmless - or whether it's slowly shrinking the part of our brain we need most. Also, we get into why being human-made is the new status…
23 Sep 2026 · 46 min

Ed Sheeran’s Disastrous Tour & The Return Of That Celebrity Sex Rumour

Ed Sheeran walked onto a stadium stage in Philadelphia with no band, no support acts and a scripted statement. We unpack the fallout between Ed Sheeran, Macklemore and a stadium owner, and discuss whether it’s possible for a celebrity to be apolitical in 2026. Plus, the NRL grand final has no pre-match entertainment this year, reportedly because Tones and I refused to sing Dance Monkey. There’s irony in the song being called Dance Monkey... Also, Cue and Veronika Maine have collapsed. Mia wants to know whether it's bad business or whether getting dressed has fundamentally…
21 Sep 2026 · 39 min

King Charles' Four Damning Words & The Patrick Clancy Mistake

Princess Diana's brother has a 'tell-all' memoir out tomorrow, and the King has already made a "furious" statement about it. But the big question remains: Did he really say THAT? The movie about long-term relationships that you might have to watch alone. Also, Patrick Clancy has sat down for a 60 Minutes interview with his new wife. Why would he do that? Plus, over the weekend, internet sleuths stumbled on what they think is a very famous man's Instagram account and he appears to be trolling his equally-famous exes. Also, it's been a horror few days of family violence across Australia. We…
18 Sep 2026 · 42 min

The Signs You’re More Attractive Than You Think & The Donkey Steps Hack

Would strangers open up to you on a train? Do people quietly start copying the way you talk? Em Vernem has found the 19 signs that show you might be more attractive than you think. Plus, Jessie unpacks the rise of the "thoughtfluencer" and how easy it is to appear to be an expert online. While it makes information a lot more accessible, we question if you can trust anything you’re reading. The push-up bra is back! You can decide whether to pack away the wire free comfort bras or not. Plus, Holly has found a creativity hack in an unexpected place. The asses might have had the answer all…
16 Sep 2026 · 45 min

A Big-Dog Podcast Fight & Mia Can’t Stop Crying

Taylor Swift is hanging out with her wedding guest Tom Cruise at a football game and we want to know who's got more to gain from those optics. You've heard about the Hyrox athlete who, um, soiled herself mid comp but went on to win. There are lots of memes. But we’re asking a different question: would you do the same for the prize money of $21k? Today's a big day for Mia, as you'll hear as she struggles to get through our conversation about kids. And why did the advice to 'act like a drunk person falling downstairs' change Jessie's parenting? Plus Karl Stefanovic’s podcast is…
16 Sep 2026 · 4 min

FREE SUBS TASTER: The Emmy’s Love Story We Can’t Stop Thinking About

Outlouders, enjoy this free taster of Holly Wainwright, Emily Vernem & Jessie Stephens on our subscriber-only episode. You can listen to the full conversation here: The Emmy’s Love Story We Can’t Stop Thinking About Harry and Meghan pulled their kids out of school after just two days, and Holly has a theory about what's really driving it and who should be footing the bill to fix it. Plus Karl Stefanovic's podcast has gone dark for three weeks. We chat about the court battle with his business partner and the very rich name he's floated as a possible saviour. Also, Em Vernem runs…
14 Sep 2026 · 45 min

Sydney Sweeney Knows Exactly What She's Doing & The 'Paperclip' Theory

We're being told AI could end humanity, which is a lot for a Monday. But don’t worry, Sydney Sweeney is here to tell us how much she loves sports! There’s a skit going viral about Harry and Meghan that has people divided on whether it’s a little bit funny or a little bit mean. An AI researcher quit his job last week and told us that the people building this stuff genuinely believe it could kill us all within the decade. Amelia explains what the whistleblowers are calling for and why "just regulate it" might not be the easy fix everyone assumes. Plus Holly's making the case…
11 Sep 2026 · 50 min

Why We All Quit Therapy & When The Internet Says ‘Leave Him’

Are Aussies anti bush? Not the former president, the bikini kind. A viral essay asked why nobody blinked when a writer wore hers to the beach, and Em wants to know whether Australia is culturally anti-bush while America is having a big bush renaissance (a bush-enaissance if you allow). Would you post about it if your partner killed the family pet? A well-known content creator told her 1.8 million followers that her husband had killed the injured bird they were nursing back to health, and the internet unanimously said the same thing: leave him. But is it actually that simple, or is there a…
9 Sep 2026 · 44 min

You Can't Say That About Your Kids & The Infamous Woman We Just Don't Believe

The algorithm has been serving you the word 'algorithm' all week and we explain why. Is your feed about to change forever? Why aren't women allowed to break script and say they feel relief when their kids leave home? One very famous Gen X icon did and Mia and Holly have thoughts. Why would a woman about to go to jail invite a controversial documentary maker into her home for a month? Jessie unpacks the Elizabeth Holmes news. And can two people who hated each other for fifteen years really just... go back to normal? Apparently a quarter of all siblings are estranged at some point and Liam and…
9 Sep 2026 · 2 min

SUBS FREE TASTER: The King's Very Pointed Harry Letter & Alix Vs Alex

Outlouders, enjoy this free taster of Holly Wainwright, Emily Vernem & the latest addition to the group chat, Keeshia Pettit on our subscriber-only episode. You can listen to the full conversation here: The King's Very Pointed Harry Letter & Alix Vs Alex King Charles has sent a very formal letter about Prince Harry's return to Britain — and it's basically him telling the whole world that nothing has changed. Harry's still not part of the royal family. Plus, Alix Earle's new Netflix show is finally addressing the very public feud with another famous Alex, Call Her Daddy host Alex…
7 Sep 2026 · 50 min

Are You Married To Raygun's Husband?

Among the tributes to a legend, one Gloria Steinem quote is landing hard for a generation of millennial women. So, Holly wants to discuss, are we still “living the unlived lives of our mothers?” or do we now almost envy the lives they got to lead? Plus, Jessie wants to tell us about a $800 toothbrush with its own onboard camera and an AI opinion about your gums, and she is worryingly into it. And, Amelia has watched Netflix's new Raygun documentary and wants to know if you can actually have TOO much self belief? Plus: The Australian sporting moment you can’t watch without…
5 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 2 min

NO FILTER: "I Went to a Really Dark Place": Jessie Stephens on the Six Months Nobody Saw

Jessie Stephens, co-host of Mamamia Out Loud and bestselling author, sits down with Kate Langbroek for a completely candid conversation about the last six months of her life. Ten weeks early, on the day she finished up for maternity leave, Jessie gave birth to twins Margot and Harry, while at home raising her toddler daughter, Luna. Jessie opens up about something she's never spoken about publicly before, a moment in NICU when she found herself in what she describes as "a really dark place." She also talks about growing up an identical twin, falling for her now husband Luca while they worked…
4 Sep 2026 · 54 min

Your House Needs A Dirty Zone & Everything That Got Jessie Stephens Through Mat Leave

Your house needs a “dirty zone”. Which, let’s face it, is just as well. Also, is there such a thing as living too long? Jessie Stephens wants to take on the longevity craze and unpack this dangerous idea, after seeing Lucinda Holdforth speak. Plus, Holly Wainwright blames Harry Styles for the fact that running has become the coolest hobby there is, Jessie has a theory about marathon runners and Em thinks there’s a very strict rule about how long they can wear their medals. And, a marathon (ouch) of recommendations, friends: Em recommends a water filter jug from Kmart.…
2 Sep 2026 · 48 min

The Lindsay Clancy Frenzy & Holly’s Surprising Harry Take

Outside a Massachusetts courtroom, women have travelled across the country to hold signs that read "she needed help". Jessie Stephens unpacks forensic fandom — the internet's habit of working a real trial as if it’s a season of Lost — and why those signs might not be about Lindsay Clancy at all. Plus, Holly Wainwright is back from holidaying in Harry and Meghan’s new home and has a surprising (for her) new take. Also, Married at First Sight is reportedly going sober, drastically cutting its alcohol rules after a series of scandals. Jessie has thoughts about whether a…
2 Sep 2026 · 2 min

FREE SUBS TASTER: What Mia Didn’t Know About Jessie’s Postpartum

Outlouders, enjoy this free taster of Mia Freedman, Holly Wainwright & Jessie Stephens on our subscriber-only episode. You can listen to the full conversation here: What Mia Didn’t Know About Jessie’s Postpartum The OGs are back. Mia, Holly and Jessie are back together on Mamamia Out Loud for the first time in… well, none of them can actually remember how long it’s been. And Jessie is officially back from maternity leave! In case you missed it, she also joined Kate Langbroek on this week’s No Filter, where she got very vulnerable about the last six months of…
31 Aug 2026 · 42 min

The ‘Freezer Spell’ Trend & A Lethal Sex Act

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28 Aug 2026 · 35 min

The Blindside Divorce & Everything Is Embarrassing

Right now, every Mamamia subscriber is automatically entered to win a $5,000 Dreamworld holiday for four; flights, accommodation, express passes and more included. Subscribe here to enter. T&Cs apply . Did you know you can ghost your long-term partner? Enter the 'disappearing boyfriend'. Is this actually a new dating phenomenon, or just heartbreak with better branding? Plus, there’s another way to be 'mid'. That messy, awkward, deeply embarrassing stage we all have to endure before we become remotely good at something. And Mia has been sorting her friends into two very important…
26 Aug 2026 · 40 min

Goodbye Dolly & The Controversial ‘Pop-In’

Right now, every Mamamia subscriber is automatically entered to win a $5,000 Dreamworld holiday for four; flights, accommodation, express passes and more included. Subscribe here to enter. T&Cs apply . Dolly Parton has died at 80, and the world has lost one of its most beloved icons. Mia, Amelia and Em unpack what made Dolly so universally loved. From her music and iconic look to her extraordinary business brain and the millions of books she’s given to children. Plus, would you have a baby for $75,000? Singapore is offering new parents a huge cash incentive to tackle its declining…
24 Aug 2026 · 48 min

The Swans Aftermath Unpacked & WTF Harry And Meghan?

The Sydney Swans scandal has left fans devastated, but what does it mean for a club that built its identity around being progressive, inclusive and different from other sporting codes? Mia Freedman, Em Vernem and Amelia Lester unpack the fallout and why so many female fans feel betrayed by a team they thought was a safe place to belong. Plus, Harry and Meghan are moving back to the UK... but why? Our royal correspondent Holly Wainwright dials in to tell us what’s really behind their return, from family reconciliation to Meghan’s career and Harry’s relationship with his home…
21 Aug 2026 · 40 min

Would You Go Topless In Front Of Your Dad?

Right now, every Mamamia subscriber is automatically entered to win a $5,000 Dreamworld holiday for four; flights, accommodation, express passes and more included. Subscribe here to enter. T&Cs apply . Would you go topless in front of your dad? Mia Freedman puts the question to Outlouders after one Sports Illustrated model — and Baywatch reboot star — does exactly that on a family holiday, and the internet has a lot to say. Plus, Amelia Lester unpacks the celebrity couple everyone's obsessed with right now, and asks why some couples radiate real chemistry while others can't fake…
20 Aug 2026 · 23 min

SPECIAL EPISODE: The Lindsay Clancy Conversation

This is a heavy one, and an episode we wish we didn’t have to record. Today, we’re stepping away from our usual format to sit with a story that has broken hearts globally: the Lindsay Clancy trial currently taking place in the US. Mia Freedman is joined by The Quicky journalists, Tamsin Rose and Georgie Page, to unpack the details of this incredibly distressing case. We’ve kept this as a standalone episode so you can choose if, and when, you’re ready to listen. Please look after yourselves. RESOURCES: If you or anyone you know needs to speak with an expert, please…

About Mamamia Out Loud

Australia's #1 podcast for women is where inquisitive minds come for great conversation — with an occasional side serve of chaos. Covering news, pop culture, and big ideas, plus the small stuff that matters, Mamamia Out Loud features a rotating panel of hosts, including Mia Freedman, Jessie Stephens, Holly Wainwright, Clare Stephens, Amelia Lester, and Em Vernem. It's your daily dose of conversation that feels like catching up with your funniest and sharpest friends in the group chat. It’s conversation at its most addictive.

Mamamia Out Loud is a English society & culture podcast from Mamamia Podcasts. Melo plays each episode straight from the publisher's own feed — no ads added, no account needed — and remembers where you stopped, in this browser only.

Publisher: Mamamia Podcasts
Language: English
Category: Society & Culture
New episodes: Several times a week
Typical length: 41 min
Latest episode: 7 Oct 2026
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