Nitrous Oxide, commonly known by various names such as laughing gas, cream whips, hippy crack, nos, whippits, or nangs, is a gas that induces a short-lasting euphoric high lasting around 30 seconds. Due to its accessibility, it has gained massive popularity as a recreational drug among Aussie teens. 

And while there are a growing number of Australians using the gas, some are discovering that it can result in severe consequences.

Teenager Molly Day is now facing the harsh reality that she may never walk again after developing an addiction to this substance.

In this episode of The Quicky, we delve into the realm of Nitrous Oxide to explore whether this readily available drug truly provides the safe and enjoyable high that many individuals perceive it to be. 

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Nikki Day - Molly's mum

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The new Labor Government promised to reduce emissions by 43% by 2030...but last week, Australia's Environmental Minister Tanya Plibersek, green lit a new coal mine in central Queensland, the first to be approved under the new government. 

Considering our awareness of the detrimental impacts of coal and its contribution to global warming, it raises the question of why, in 2023, we are still granting approval for new coal mines?

In this episode of The Quicky, we  find out what went down in Isaac River and why the environment minister said yes, when the majority of Aussies said no. 

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John Quiggin - Australian Economist, Professor at the University of Queensland and former member of the Climate Change Authority of the Australian Government. 

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In just two months, the FIFA Women's World Cup will kick off, with games taking place across Australia & New Zealand. 

But given the current economic climate and the cost of living crisis, there are concerns that hosting such a major event may not be a wise investment. 

In this episode of The Quicky, we delve into the costs and benefits of hosting the world's largest women's sporting event, examining whether the rewards will outweigh the expenses in the long run.

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Michelle O'Shea - Senior Lecturer in Sports Management at Western Sydney University. 

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We already know that being sexually abused and harassed by your colleagues is against the law. But as we've been finding out in recent years, there are some industries where these behaviours are left unchecked. 

This week, one of the court cases linked to sexual assaults in Australia's mine sites ended with a guilty verdict. 

In this episode of The Quicky, we look at what this means for others who are still fighting for justice and whether the reviews, inquiries and guilty findings have done anything to change the culture where we dig up the ground. 

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Sasha Chambers - Worked as a Multi Equipment Operator for 6 Years in the Pilbara, Founder and CEO of Mine's Mates 1%

Diana MacTiernan - The Manager of Strategy and Engagement of the Equal Opportunity Commission 

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A few weeks ago the news broke that Taylor Swift had broken up with long term partner, Joe Alwyn...not long after, the rumour mill was spinning stories of a multitude of men Taylor was apparently dating, one being lead singer of the 1975, Matty Healey. 

Taylor Swift is one of a string of celebrities who we can't seem to allow to just be single. Jennifer Anniston, Emma Watson, Mindy Kaling, just to name a few. We are constantly monitoring these ladies to see if they have finally paired off in a way that suits us. 

In this episode of The Quicky, we look at why there are certain stars we just can't accept being single and why people are so invested in the romantic lives of Hollywood. 

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Allison Abrams - LCSW-R, Licensed Psychotherapist and Mental Health Advocate based in New York - www.allisonabrams.com

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