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Clueless is 30 (WE KNOW, frightening) and there was simply no way we weren’t going to mark the occasion. Today’s episode is a brutally honest (and very loving) review of the cult classic that defined a generation.

We’re diving into everything from how the film came to be, the chaotic casting process, and the real-life stories behind the most iconic scenes and one-liners.

We also unpack why the film hits so damn hard, reveal the scenes we still quote weekly, and discuss how we genuinely don’t remember life before seeing Clueless. Because honestly, do you know one person who hasn't watched it? So sit back, strap in and get ready for a 90s nostalgia ride.

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You asked, we delivered. Ever since Lena Dunham’s new Netflix series Too Much dropped, Spillers have been sliding into our DMs dying to hear what Spill hosts Laura and Em think… and today, we’re going deep.

We unpack how the show draws from Lena’s real life, how it stacks up against Girls, and why it’s not really the rom-com it’s being marketed as. From the scenes we loved to the ones that completely wrecked us (yes, one of us cried), it’s a brutally honest review with zero filter.

Whether you loved it or are still unsure what you just watched, this is the post-watch debrief you didn’t know you needed.

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Hosts: Laura Brodnik and Em Vernem
Executive Producer: Monisha Iswaran
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Call Her Alex has landed on Disney+, offering a glossy, tightly curated look at the rise of podcast juggernaut Alex Cooper, but just how honest is the series really?

In this Brutally Honest Review, we dive into how Alex's role in shaping the narrative we get to see as viewers. We also unpack her childhood and explore how she built one of the most influential media brands in the world, along with the unexpected role her husband plays in the empire.

Plus, we get into the moments that felt raw and revealing… and the ones that felt like they were left on the cutting room floor. Let’s just say, there’s a lot going on beneath the surface of Call Her Alex, and we get into it all.

Read the substack we explore about the lack of diversity among Call Her Daddy guests here.

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Sirens, starring Meghann Fahy, Milly Alcock, and Julianne Moore, has been one of the most-watched TV shows in Australia for the past week, so now it’s time for a brutally honest (and very emotional) review.

From where the story began, how it was adapted for Netflix, and what the cast really went through bringing this story to life on screen (let's just say the main actress lost some toe nails) we’re here to talk through all the behind the scenes stories that will change the way you see Sirens.

We also need to talk about those glaring plot holes in the series, the unexpected scene that gave us chills, Kevin Bacon's villain story, and then unpack exactly what happened in that surprise finale scene, along with why the show needs to come back for a second season.

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Hosts: Laura Brodnik and Ksenija Lukich
Executive Producer: Monisha Iswaran
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Anora is the movie that swept the Oscars this year, taking home Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actress, Best Original Screenplay and Best Film Editing.

It’s also one of the wildest movie watching experiences we have ever had, so now it’s time for a brutally honest review on the movie that everyone is talking about. From the unexpected story behind the film’s plot, to the many controversies that surrounded it’s release and some eyebrow raising stories from how it was filmed, the conversation around Anora is just as intriguing as the movie itself.

Plus, we need to talk about the film’s ending, and how it left our entire cinema speechless.

This Easter long weekend is the perfect time to binge some shows and movies - and we have you covered with a Brutally Honest Review dropping every day.

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Hosts: Laura Brodnik & Em Vernem
Executive Producer: Kimberley Braddish
Audio Producer: Scott Stronach

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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It's been 20 years since we first met Meredith Grey and the surgical interns at Seattle Grace Hospital, and Grey's Anatomy is still serving up plenty of medical miracles, romantic entanglements, and catastrophic disasters.

Joining us to Brutally Honest Review the Shonda Rhimes hit series is our in-house Grey's expert Grace Rouvray, as we dissect everything from the most underrated moments to the character deaths that broke our hearts. From the iconic friendship between Christina and Meredith that gave us "you're my person," to the questionable storylines that had us rolling our eyes, we're examining what has kept viewers like us coming back for 20 seasons.

Plus, we reveal the dramatic behind-the-scenes controversies, debate which doctor was truly the hottest (are you Team McSteamy or Team McDreamy?), and discuss how the show's treatment of female ambition has aged in the era of the "pick me girl."

This Easter long weekend is the perfect time to binge some shows and movies - and we have you covered with a Brutally Honest Review dropping every day.

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Hosts: Laura Brodnik & Ksenija Lukich
Guest: Grace Rouvray
Executive Producer: Ned Green and Amy Kimball
Audio Producer: Scott Stronach

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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Disney’s Snow White is in cinemas this Easter long weekend, leaving a trail of controversies, rumours and intrigue in its wake. So now we need to unpack all the drama around the movie and its A-list stars, because it’s wilder than any fictional story you’ll ever hear.

Plus, now that we’ve actually seen Snow White we can finally give you a very honest and unexpected review.

This Easter long weekend is the perfect time to binge some shows and movies - and we have you covered with a Brutally Honest Review dropping every day.

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Hosts: Laura Brodnik & Em Vernem
Executive Producer: Kimberley Braddish
Audio Producer: Scott Stronach

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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This Easter long weekend is the perfect time to binge some shows and movies - and we have you covered with a Brutally Honest Review dropping every day.

Now that The White Lotus is over for another season, it’s time to dissect it - we talk about the casting choice the creators were most nervous about, the important scenes that were cut and the best and worst moments from the entire season.

We also say what no one else would about that viral incest scene, talk about the most misunderstood storyline in the series and admit we love the most problematic character who appeared on screen.

From hidden details in the final scene to how the cast really behaved off camera, this is The White Lotus review you’ve been waiting for.

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Hosts: Laura Brodnik & Em Vernem
Executive Producer: Ned Green and Amy Kimball
Audio Producer: Scott Stronach

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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Every month Mamamia Reviews dissects the current biggest TV show in the world - and this month it’s all about one of Stan's newest originals, The Gloaming. 

It's Stan's new must-watch series that combines crime and lost love exploring the story of Molly McGee, a troubled policewoman leading an investigation into the murder of an unidentified woman. After teaming up with Alex O'Connell, a man she hasn't spoken to in 20 years, they discover that the murder has links to a cold case from the past.

Laura Brodnik and Kee Reece are here to unpack absolutely everything. 

Enjoy! 

This episode was brought to you by our presenting partners Stan.

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Hosts: Laura Brodnik & Kee Reece

Producer: Rachael Hart 

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Every month Mamamia Reviews dissects the current biggest TV show in the world - and this month it’s all about Stan's newest original, The Commons. 

From a not too distant future, The Commons features some of the biggest and most important ethical and environmental questions from a TV show right now. 

Laura Brodnik and Kee Reece are here to unpack absolutely everything. 

From the dilemma surrounding pregnancy to a humanitarian crisis and everything in between that The Commons brings. 

Enjoy! 

This episode was brought to you by our presenting partners Stan.

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Hosts: Laura Brodnik & Kee Reece

Producer: Rachael Hart 

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