The Quicky

With just four days until the federal election, we're putting your biggest concerns to candidates from across the political spectrum.

From cost of living and healthcare to climate action and domestic violence, hear how Labor, Liberal, The Greens and an Independent candidate plan to address the issues that matter most to you.

And in headlines today Hero police officer Inspector Amy Scott who ended the Bondi attackers rampage, will testify at the inquest today; A power outage has crippled Spain and Portugal with public transport shut down, flights grounded and traffic jammed; Russian President Vladimir Putin has called for three day ceasefire in Ukraine to mark the 80 year anniversary of WWII victory; The conclave to pick the new pope will begin on May 7 with some saying this will take longer than in previous years; The elderly men accused of robbing Kim Kardashian in Paris, stealing her engagement ring in 2016, have gone to trial.

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Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy 

Guests: 

Elizabeth Watson-Brown, Greens Member for Ryan

The Hon. Katy Gallagher, Minister for Finance, Women, Public Service & Government Services

Ro Knox, Liberal candidate for Wentworth

Kate Hullett, Independent candidate for Fremantle 

Executive Producer: Taylah Strano

Audio Producer: Lu Hill 

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Anthony Albanese has announced a $20 million plan to set up a trauma recovery centre for women and children on the NSW Central Coast; An inquest has heard the man who killed six people at Bondi Junction Westfield was seriously unwell and hadn’t had any mental health treatment in five years; A tragic car ramming attack at a Filipino heritage festival in Vancouver has left 11 people dead and dozens injured; Cyndi Lauper, Chubby Checker and Soundgarden are among the artists set to be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame this year.

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: Tahli Blackman

Audio Producer: Lu Hill 

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Feeling exhausted, unmotivated, or just... over it? We dive into the difference between stress and burnout, the subtle signs you might be missing, and how to reset before you hit the wall.

Plus, why you keep rewatching the same comfort shows and movies. It turns out there’s real science behind your favourite feel-good binges—and it’s actually good for your brain.

And in news headlines today Jeffrey Epstein accuser Virginia Guiffre has died aged 41, her family saying she was a fierce warrior in the fight against sexual abuse; Undecided voters have handed Prime Minister Anthony Albanese the win in the third and final leaders debate; Thousands are filing past the tomb of pope Francis just a day after the world farewelled the pontiff; RuPaul's Drag Race star Jiggly Caliente has died after having to have her right leg amputated due to a severe infection.

Mamamia’s new podcast Well is diving into burnout—how to spot it, manage it, and stop it from coming back. Spoiler: quitting your job isn’t a magic fix. Listen to Well for expert advice that actually helps.

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Hosts: Grace Rouvray & Claire Murphy

Guests: Cass Green & Tara Watson

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Pope Francis will be laid to rest on Saturday after passing away aged 88, Leaders suspend poll campaign to honour Anzac heroes, Man charged with Audrey Griffin's murder found dead in prison cell, Trump tells Putin to 'STOP' after Russia strikes Kyiv, Australia calls for Israel to end Gaza aid blockade and Robert Irwin follows Bindi's dance steps on hit US show.

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Hosts: Grace Rouvray & Claire Murphy

Executive Producer: Taylah Strano

Audio Producer: Lu Hill 

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A vigil will be held tonight to remember 19-year-old Audrey Griffin, who was allegedly murdered in Gosford; New trading restrictions are in place for Anzac Day. Here's what's open in your state; Brittany Higgins has revealed that her baby boy, Frederick, is undergoing surgery in hospital; The European Commission has fined Apple and Meta millions to enforce its digital competition rules. 

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Host/Producer: Cassandra Green

Audio Producer: Lu Hill 

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Gen Z is “locking in”—cutting out booze, social media, and nights out to hyperfocus on goals and mental health. Is it the secret to success, or just another online trend?

Plus, what’s life really like on the election campaign trail? We chat with Federal Politics Reporter Jess Wang to find out what goes on behind the scenes with the people vying to lead the country.

If you're interested on being even more informed this Federal Election, listen to Mamamia's chats with Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton.

And in headlines today the coalition pledges they will make using a mobile phone or computer to harass a domestic partner a crime if elected; Former Independent MP Tony Windsor is calling on regional Aussies to embrace independents and stop being loyal to MP's who don't do anything for them; Mud slinging expected to ramp up as the May 3 election closes in and campaigning pauses for ANZAC Day tomorrow; Elon Musk says he'll return to more Tesla duties and decrease time spent doing DOGE work as Tesla posts 71% drop in profit; Taylor Swift and Hugh Jackman will reportedly be served subpoenas in the Blake Lively Justin Baldoni case this week.

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Hosts: Grace Rouvray & Claire Murphy

Guests: Jess Wang & Tahli Blackman

Executive Producer: Taylah Strano

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US President Donald Trump has confirmed his administration will not take a "hardball" approach with China, indicating tariffs on Chinese imports will be “substantially” reduced; Five men are facing charges after a series of ram raids on high-end fashion stores in Melbourne’s CBD and Essendon, netting more than $1.2 million in luxury goods; Collingwood captain Darcy Moore will miss the Anzac Day blockbuster against Essendon due to vertigo symptoms caused by an inner ear issue; Actor and former I'm A Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here Australia contestant Frankie Muniz says he's hit a "new low" mentally and emotionally.

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Host/Producer: Tahli Blackman

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It’s 2025, and we’re still whispering the word period.

Despite being a natural, regular part of life for half the population, periods are still wrapped in shame and silence. They're sanitised in ads, tiptoed around in schools, and often treated as something to hide — even at home.

We’re unpacking why the stigma still exists, and how it continues to impact women and people who menstruate today.

Plus, the 3 simple phone settings experts say you should change now to help keep your kids safe online — without totally invading their privacy.

And in headlines today Opposition leader Peter Dutton has been narrowly declared the winner of last night's third leaders debate; Labor has promised to protect women from financial abuse, making perpetrators liable for debt created in their victims name and blocking them from getting their victims super after death; The Coalition has promised an extra $21 billion to be spent on defence if they win at the election; A 4.6 magnitude earthquake has struck the Hunter Valley town of Singleton shaking residents of parts of Sydney awake just before 3am; The Pope now lays in state ahead of the funeral to be held on Saturday attended by dignitaries including Prince William; The Academy who oversee the Oscars, will now enforce a rule that all who vote in the awards will have to prove they have watched all the movies that are nominated.

Check out our video testing men's pain response - in short: hilarious.

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Guests: Lux Perry from AAWA Period Underwear and Annaliese Todd. 

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The Pope's Australian-like informality and love of the people are being remembered as million of Catholics mourn the pontiff's passing; An open letter from 60 Australian economists has rejected the coalition's nuclear energy plan, promoting instead the subsidising of household clean energy policies; Investors tormented by weeks of tariff turmoil will hope for a quiet return from Easter as mortgage holders eye a rate cut on the horizon; A jury of seven women and five men has been picked for Harvey Weinstein's #MeToo rape retrial.

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: Nicole Madigan

Audio Producer: Lu Hill 

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Ever watch a TikTok and think omg ME!

You're not alone... and when it comes to self-diagnosis ADHD, the countless videos on the app would have us believe we're all living with the condition.

But how much truth is there to it? And how much of our self diagnosis is actually accurate? 

And in headlines today Pope Francis suffered a stroke before slipping into a coma and experiencing cardio circulatory collapse, the 88 year old passing away on Easter Monday; Early polling stations open cross the country today as millions of Aussies prepare to cast their votes before May 3; Donald Trump is standing behind Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth after reports he shared classified information in a second group chat; Foo Fighters front man Dave Grohl has made a surprise appearance at Coachella, performing with the LA Philharmonic Orchestra

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Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy

Guests: Vasileia Karasavva, PhD student, Department of Psychology, University of British Columbia

Executive Producer: Taylah Strano 

Audio Producer: Lu Hill 

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