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The Quicky news update for Tuesday, October 29th 2024

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Warning: This episode speaks of violence and suicide. Please take care when listening. 

A year on from her death, Lilie James' parents have spoken publicly - remembering their beautiful, hardworking daughter.

Coupled with what was revealed about her killer in a recent TV special has brought Lilie's story back to our attention. 

Today we revisit the murder of Lilie James. 

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Host: Claire Murphy

Executive Producer: Taylah Strano 

Audio Producer: Jacob Round 

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The Quicky news update for Monday, October 28th 2024

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Question for the parents... are you a 'one and done' household?

New data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics has shown a drop in the birthrate, a trend we've seen developing in recent years. 

But why are people opting to call it a day after one child? Today we look at the rise of the triangle family. 

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Host: Claire Murphy

With thanks to: 

Mark McCrindle, Principal & Founder of McCrindle 

Narayne, Parent of one child  

Executive Producer: Taylah Strano 

Audio Producer: Tegan Sadler 

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Okay, we can't be the only ones pulling our hair out wondering why sometimes talking to our kids is like talking to a brick wall.

What are we supposed to do when they just... won't listen?

In this episode of How To Build A Human parenting expert Gen Muir shares with host Leigh Campbell some helpful tips and techniques to encourage better communication and listening in our kids.

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Expert: Gen Muir

Executive Producer: Talissa Bazaz

Assistant Producer: Tahli Blackman

Audio Producer: Tegan Sadler

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The Quicky news update for Friday, October 25th 2024

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Host/Producer: Grace Rouvray

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We don't mean to alarm you... but it's two months 'til Christmas. 

If you feel like you're clawing your way to the finish line of 2024, don't worry, you're not alone. 

So how do we survive the impending silly season and finish the year strong? Might be time to check in on our mental fitness. 

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Host: Claire Murphy

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Clare Stephens, Mamamia Executive Editor & Host of But Are You Happy?

Dr Andrew Wilson, Psychiatrist and Group Chief Medical Officer at Medibank

Executive Producer: Taylah Strano 

Audio Producer: Tegan Sadler 

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The Quicky news update for Thursday, October 24th 2024

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Host/Producer: Nicole Madigan

Audio Producer: Tegan Sadler

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The United States election is less than two weeks away and it's still anybody's game... or is it?

Today we take a look at the polls, what they actually mean, and if they can predict the election ahead of time with any certainty. 

Our U.S correspondent Amelia Lester walks us through the polls and the potential outcomes on November 5. 

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Host: Claire Murphy

With thanks to: Amelia Lester, Deputy Editor Foreign Policy Magazine

Executive Producer: Taylah Strano 

Audio Producer: Tegan Sadler 

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The Quicky news update for Wednesday, October 23rd 2024

The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner.

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Host/Producer: Grace Rouvray

Audio Producer: Tegan Sadler

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