Mamamia Out Loud

If you thought extravagant debutante balls were a Bridgerton thing of the past, think again. One happened in France over the weekend and it was Bridgerton, meets Coldplay and Goop. Here's why. 

Plus, is bringing a baby into the office a form of psychological harassment? We discuss a new take on what workplace safety actually means — and why gossiping at work just got an image makeover.  

Also, the anatomy of a rumour. Divorce watch for Harry and Meghan is on, according to Hollywood headlines. But why, how and where do such rumours even begin? 

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What To Listen To Next: 

• Listen to our latest episode: Sexy Movie Night With Mummy
• Listen: Christmas Grief, Cozzie Livs & Finding Joy
• Listen: Holding Space For My 'Wicked' Vulva
• Listen:  Family Gatherings, Opposite Opinions & Drama
• Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts 

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What To Read: 

• Read: Everything you need to know about the Mamamia Out Loud ALL OR NOTHING TOUR coming May 2025.
• Read: HOLLY WAINWRIGHT: 'Christmas wishlists are out of control.'
• Read: Here's what's really fuelling the Meghan Markle and Prince Harry divorce story.
• Read: Prince Harry, Meghan Markle and the number that haunts them.

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Feedback? We’re listening. Send us an email at [email protected]

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CREDITS:

Hosts: Holly Wainwright, Mia Freedman & Jessie Stephens 

Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine

Executive Producer: Emeline Gazilas

Audio Production: Leah Porges

Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

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Outlouders, you might think you know a lot about Mia Freedman. She's pretty much an open book but there's one fundamental time in her life which she's never spoken about. Until now, that is. 

In this Sunday Special, Mia opens up about a particularly vulnerable period when challenges around her marriage, fertility and career made for a tender heart and a soul that was looking for answers  But what happened when the place she went to for help turned out to be... a cult? 

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Host: Mia Freedman

You can find Mia on Instagram here and get her newsletter here.

Executive Producer: Naima Brown

Audio Producer: Thom Lion

Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures

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Wedding tax, luxury content creators and bank details on wedding invitations. Wait… are we putting our bank details on wedding invites now? We’ve got some serious questions about wedding etiquette in 2024. 

Plus, Jessie has a TV show she wants you to watch, Mia has a brilliant podcast episode for you to listen to and Em’s got a balm for your bits. Yes, you read that right and yes,  those are our recommendations 

And, our Best & Worst of the week which include; the delicious part of travel, the festive season and some firm words and feedback for playgrounds. 

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What To Listen To Next: 

• Listen to our latest episode: Christmas Grief, Cozzie Livs & Finding Joy
• Listen: Holding Space For My 'Wicked' Vulva
• Listen:  Family Gatherings, Opposite Opinions & Drama
• Listen: The Lie Nicole Kidman Still Has To Tell
• Listen: What Every Woman Needs To Hear From Her Ex
• Listen: "We Can See You... Could You Not?"
• Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts 

Recommendations: 

Mia wants you to listen to Holly Wainright and Bruna Papandrea on MID

Jessie wants you to watch The Day of the Jackal on Binge

Em wants you to try Vulva Care V Balm

The End Bits: 

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Get an all access pass to Mamamia for just $36. Enjoy $33 off a yearly subscription by heading here.

What To Read: 

• Read: Everything you need to know about the Mamamia Out Loud ALL OR NOTHING TOUR coming May 2025.
• Read: HOLLY WAINWRIGHT: 'Christmas wishlists are out of control.'
• Read: Modern Etiquette: The 38 things we all really need to stop doing at weddings.
• Read: 'My sister won't let me come to her wedding unless I pay a "wedding tax."'
• Read: Are we just putting our bank details on wedding invites now?

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Feedback? We’re listening. Send us an email at [email protected]

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CREDITS:

Hosts: Holly Wainwright, Mia Freedman & Jessie Stephens 

Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine

Executive Producer: Emeline Gazilas

Audio Production: Leah Porges

Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribe

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The world’s in tears and holding both space and fingernails for one movie musical —so why all the big feelings about Wicked? We unpack the reaction you're seeing on social media. 

Plus, a woman has waited six years to be able to call one of the most famous men in the world her rapist, and now she can. But he isn’t going to jail. The story of Conor McGregor and Nikita Hand.  

And, why “puffy” is the adjective women are taking to plastic surgeons about their labia. Confused? You're not alone. 

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Resources:
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1800RESPECT  1800 737 732 

What To Listen To Next: 

• Listen to our latest episode: Family Gatherings, Opposite Opinions & Drama
• Listen: The Lie Nicole Kidman Still Has To Tell
• Listen: What Every Woman Needs To Hear From Her Ex
• Listen: "We Can See You... Could You Not?"
• Listen to The Spill's 'Wicked' episode: The Question That Changed Our Mind About Ariana Grande And Ethan Slater
• Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts 

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Get an all access pass to Mamamia for just $36. Enjoy $33 off a yearly subscription by heading here.

What To Read: 

• Read: Everything you need to know about the Mamamia Out Loud ALL OR NOTHING TOUR coming May 2025.
• Read Laura Brodnik's piece on 'Wicked': This is why people are sobbing in the streets over Wicked.
• Read: Ariana Grande has a suspicion about Glinda's character in Wicked, but some fans disagree.
• Read: He was the famous boxer, she was the mother-of-one.
• Read: 'As a teen, I wanted labiaplasty. One sentence from the surgeon changed my life.'
• Read: 'Labia puffing' is the latest beauty trend and we need to talk about it.
• Read: The Wicked and The Wizard Of Oz timeline, explained.
• Read: Everything you need to know about Wicked: Part 2.

GET IN TOUCH:

Feedback? We’re listening. Send us an email at [email protected]

Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice message

Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show.

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CREDITS:

Hosts: Holly Wainwright, Mia Freedman & Jessie Stephens 

Executive Producer: Ruth Devine

Senior Producer: Emeline Gazilas

Audio Production: Leah Porges

Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribe

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They're the girls whose names and images have been on every screen and hovering in every conversation around Australia over the last few days. So, exactly what happened to Bianca Jones and Holly Bowles? And how?  

Plus, Nicole Kidman is an enigma wrapped in a riddle — is that happy divorce pap shot REALLY fake, as she says now, and why is there so much chat about how much she works? What's the real deal here about one of Australia's biggest Hollywood stars?

And, Heath Ledger, Jacob Elordi, Timothée Chalamet, Dev Patel, Paul Mescal, Harry Styles… No, it’s not a fantasy football team, they’re all men who are the subject of super-cool celebrity lookalike contests. But where are all the women at? Our theories are as varied as they are multiple.

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What To Listen To Next: 

• Listen to our latest episode: What Every Woman Needs To Hear From Her Ex
• Listen: "We Can See You... Could You Not?"
• Listen: The Influencer Family We Can’t Talk About
• Listen: Dopamine Diets, Glimmers & Pockets of Joy
• Listen: Horny Midlife Women & The Sexiest Man Alive
• Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts 

The End Bits: 

Sign up to the Mamamia Out Loud Newsletter for all our recommendations and behind-the-scenes content in one place. 

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Get $30 off a Mamamia subscription and get unlimited access to our feel-good exercise app. Head here to get a yearly subscription for just $39. 

What To Read: 

• Read: Everything you need to know about the Mamamia Out Loud ALL OR NOTHING TOUR coming May 2025.
• Read: 'Her life had just begun.' Bianca Jones' father has spoken.
• Read: Six people have died after drinking alcohol in Laos. But what is methanol poisoning?
• Read: Ariana Grande has a suspicion about Glinda's character in Wicked, but some fans disagree.
• Read: Nicole Kidman's iconic divorce photo is a lie.

GET IN TOUCH:

Feedback? We’re listening. Send us an email at [email protected]

Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice message

Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show.

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CREDITS:

Hosts: Holly Wainwright, Mia Freedman & Jessie Stephens 

Executive Producer: Ruth Devine

Senior Producer: Emeline Gazilas

Audio Production: Leah Porges

Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribe

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Oh Outlouders, you are going to be a very happy lot because you, friends, have a little treat coming your way today. 

You might have heard of one Jessie Stephens. Our very own clever clogs, author, multiple podcast host and mum is this week's special guest on Mamamia's podcast Seize The Yay, hosted by Sarah Davidson. 

This is your chance to listen in as Jessie and Sarah chat about careers, spill all the behind-the-scenes gossip from Mamamia where Jessie's media career began, and examine the never-ending juggle working parents face. So. Much. Goodness.

It's a really good listen so put your earphones in and enjoy!

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Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

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There’s never been more in life to distract us, but we’re more bored than ever before. We unpack why we’re all so damn bored… and whether or not it’s a good thing.

Plus, our recommendations, including some funny women talking about Holly’s favourite subject, a new podcast baby in our family and a TV show to watch this weekend. 

And a formal apology from Holly, Mia’s new nana name (with a sprinkle of surprise beef) and Jessie’s juicy Saturday night encounter - it’s best and worst.

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What To Listen To Next: 

• Listen to our latest episode: "We Can See You... Could You Not?"
• Listen: We’ve Got The Ick
• Listen: Dopamine Diets, Glimmers & Pockets of Joy
• Listen: Horny Midlife Women & The Sexiest Man Alive
• Listen: We're Ready To Share Our D*ckhead List
• Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts 

Recommendations: 

Mia wants you to listen to Diary Of A Birth 

Jessie wants you to watch Bad Sisters

Holly wants you to listen to the Avant Gardeners Podcast 

The End Bits: 

Sign up to the Mamamia Out Loud Newsletter for all our recommendations and behind-the-scenes content in one place. 

Join the Month of MOVE

Get $30 off a Mamamia subscription and get unlimited access to our feel-good exercise app. Head here to get a yearly subscription for just $39. 

What To Read: 

• Read: MIA FREEDMAN: '7 things I stopped wearing in 2024.'
• Read: We've been getting 'the ick' for forever. But now it's gone too far.
• Read: ‘Let them be bored.’ A mum of 3 shares her Five Golden Rules for parenting.

GET IN TOUCH:

Feedback? We’re listening. Send us an email at [email protected]

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CREDITS:

Hosts: Holly Wainwright, Mia Freedman & Jessie Stephens 

Executive Producer: Ruth Devine

Senior Producer: Emeline Gazilas

Audio Production: Leah Porges

Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribe

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Medi Mums #medicalmoms are on the rise on social media. Don't know what we're talking about? Listen in as we discuss why parents share their children's moments when they're at their most vulnerable --- and why.  

Plus, is the era of the celebrity endorsement over? Eva Longoria made her thoughts about the new US president clear but after the election, no-one seems to want to hear what she, or any other celebrity, think. 

And are you in your Protective Hag era? Let's just say that one of the hosts is and one... not so much. Buckle up for the discussion. 

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What To Listen To Next: 

• Listen to our latest episode: Dopamine Diets, Glimmers & Pockets of Joy
• Listen: Horny Midlife Women & The Sexiest Man Alive
• Listen: We're Ready To Share Our D*ckhead List
• Listen: Stevie Nicks And The Hard Truth About Rivalry
• Listen: Kate Middleton's Face & Martha Stewart's Fortune
• Listen: Jessie's Great Big Mother-In-Law Dilemma
• Listen: Liam Payne, Jackie O & The Addict's Friend
• Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts 

The End Bits: 

Sign up to the Mamamia Out Loud Newsletter for all our recommendations and behind-the-scenes content in one place. 

Join the Month of MOVE

Get $30 off a Mamamia subscription and get unlimited access to our feel-good exercise app. Head here to get a yearly subscription for just $39. 

GET IN TOUCH:

Feedback? We’re listening. Send us an email at [email protected]

Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice message

Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show.

Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud

CREDITS:

Hosts: Holly Wainwright, Mia Freedman & Jessie Stephens 

Executive Producer: Ruth Devine

Senior Producer: Emeline Gazilas

Audio Production: Leah Porges

Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribe

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Surely the tallest of poppies is the man who declares himself the Sexiest Man Alive? John Kransinski is the latest to take the title and yes, there's a strategy. Pull up a chair while we unpack exactly how something old turned into something new.

Plus, bullying, phones and a teenage girl’s legacy. What actually needs to change to fulfil what’s being called Charlotte’s Wish. We discuss. 

And, has it been the year of the thirsty midlife woman? Bridget Jones is back, she’s dating a younger man, and at least one millennial columnist thinks "that's enough now".

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Resources:

If you or someone you know is in need of support contact help is available: 
Lifeline 13 11 14 
Beyond Blue 1300 22 4636
1800RESPECT  1800 737 732 
Kids Helpline 1800 55 1800

What To Listen To Next: 

• Listen to our latest episode: We're Ready To Share Our D*ckhead List
• Listen: Stevie Nicks And The Hard Truth About Rivalry
• Listen: Kate Middleton's Face & Martha Stewart's Fortune
• Listen: Jessie's Great Big Mother-In-Law Dilemma
• Listen: Liam Payne, Jackie O & The Addict's Friend
• Listen to This Glorious Mess
• Listen to The Spill
• Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts 

The End Bits: 

Sign up to the Mamamia Out Loud Newsletter for all our recommendations and behind-the-scenes content in one place. 

Join the Month of MOVE

Get $30 off a Mamamia subscription and get unlimited access to our feel-good exercise app. Head here to get a yearly subscription for just $39. 

What to Read: 

• Read: Charlotte O'Brien, Corrine Lee Cheu, Dolly Everett: How many more children do we need to lose?
• Read: 'Wait. This film is about a crime.' A very 2024 recap of Bridget Jones’ Diary.
• Read: We finally know what Bridget Jones 4 is about.
• Read: 'A new Bridget Jones movie is coming, but Colin Firth isn't returning so I'm out.'

GET IN TOUCH:

Feedback? We’re listening. Send us an email at [email protected]

Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice message

Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show.

Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud

CREDITS:

Hosts: Holly Wainwright, Mia Freedman & Jessie Stephens 

Executive Producer: Ruth Devine

Senior Producer: Emeline Gazilas

Audio Production: Leah Porges

Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribe

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jackie O was deep into a years-long addiction to pills and alcohol until one phone call changed her life.

There’s a reason Jackie O kept her addiction to pain medication and alcohol a secret for so long: shame. But now, she wants to share her story of recovery and healing with the world and to help other people get the help they need - and so she’s sharing the hard truths of the years she spent struggling.

Jackie and her best friend Gemma sit down for a searingly honest conversation with Mia Freedman about how Jackie found herself at her low point and finally had to admit her addiction to Gemma - and how Gemma got Jackie to rehab without the press finding out.

This is a story about addiction and recovery, but it’s also a story of the life-saving quality of friendship.

You can hear part two of Mia's conversation here. 

Jackie is donating the proceeds from the sale of her memoir to Odyssey House - you can learn more about them here.

You can find Jackie O’s memoir, The Whole Truth, here.

You can learn more about Besties - Jackie & Gemma’s project - here.

And if this episode triggered anything for you and you need someone to talk to, please call Lifeline on 13 11 14. 

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CREDITS:

Host: Mia Freedman

You can find Mia on Instagram here and get her newsletter here.

Executive Producer: Naima Brown

Audio Producer: Thom Lion 

Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures

Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribe

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.