

The Spill
Mamamia Podcasts
The Spill is your daily entertainment news fix where we break down the biggest celebrity headlines. Join Laura Brodnik and her cast of expert pals like Em Vernem, Tina Burke and Tina Provis for brutally honest takes on pop culture, plus their recommendations that are actually worth watching. New episodes every weekday at 3pm.Plus we have the latest pop culture headlines every weekday with the latest Morning Tea from Ash London, and on Friday we'll give you the best new TV shows and movies to binge this weekend in our Weekend Watch.
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Dec 15, 2022 • 19min
The Clip That Sealed Meghan Markle’s Fate
On the show today… In very important movie news, the first trailer for Scream 6 has just been released and look, it’s pretty creepy. But now we need to discuss if the franchise can survive without its leading lady. And musician Sam Smith had their outfit shamed after performing their hit song Unholy at the annual New York Jingle Ball. While the people at the forefront of the criticism claim it’s to do with the outfit and nothing else, there’s a much deeper problem at play here. Plus, a new teaser clip for the next installment of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s Netflix documentary has been released and it has only strengthened the public’s opinion about Meghan and her motivation behind making the series. There are still three episodes yet to premiere, but it appears this one teaser has already sealed her public fate. THE END BITS Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH: Join us in our Facebook group to discuss everything pop culture...https://www.facebook.com/groups/2524018781153963/ Feedback? We’re listening. Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at thespill@mamamia.com.au WANT MORE? Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... https://mamamia.com.au/entertainment/ Subscribe to The Spill Newsletter... https://mamamia.com.au/newsletter CREDITS Hosts: Laura Brodnik and Melissa Mason Executive Producer: Gia Moylan Audio Producer: Rhiannon Mooney 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/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 14, 2022 • 29min
Kim Kardashian, A Year of Controversies And A Power Play
On the show today… Oscar winner Charlize Theron made a controversial comment this week about Kim Kardashian, stating that she holds more power in the entertainment industry than even a celebrated actress like Meryl Streep. The comment was met with pushback from fellow celebrities, but the truth is, she’s actually correct. On this episode of The Spill we’re joined by podcaster, author, and Kardashian expert Deni Todorovic to discuss the famous family. And how, after a year of controversies, scandals and heartbreak, they’ve still managed to become more powerful brand than ever before. THE END BITS Subscribe to Mamamia If you'd like to read Deni's book Love This For You, you can find more info here. And if you'd like to hear more from them then check out Mamamia's fashion podcast What Are You Wearing here. GET IN TOUCH: Join us in our Facebook group to discuss everything pop culture...https://www.facebook.com/groups/2524018781153963/ Feedback? We’re listening. Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at thespill@mamamia.com.au WANT MORE? Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... https://mamamia.com.au/entertainment/ Subscribe to The Spill Newsletter... https://mamamia.com.au/newsletter CREDITS Hosts: Laura Brodnik and Deni Todorovic Executive Producer: Gia Moylan 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/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 13, 2022 • 21min
Abbie Chatfield, Kyle Sandilands And A Conversation About Slut Shaming
On the show today… A movie based on the hit Broadway musical Mean Girls (yes, based on the iconic movie) is in production and the cast has just been announced, including an Australian actress. Here’s everything you need to know about the new Tina Fey production. Plus, after falling from grace and undergoing an image makeover, the Golden Globe Awards are back in full swing this year. There are a lot of surprises on the nominations list, including the fact that two of the most celebrated actresses of the year have been left off the list. And Abbie Chatfield has released a podcast in response to a recent radio segment hosted by Kyle Sandilands and Brittany Hockley, where the pair interviewed rapper Yung Gravy and Abbie’s name was brought into the conversation. Abbie has labeled their comments about her as a form of slut shaming, and now we need to unpack exactly what happened. THE END BITS Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH: Join us in our Facebook group to discuss everything pop culture...https://www.facebook.com/groups/2524018781153963/ Feedback? We’re listening. Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at thespill@mamamia.com.au WANT MORE? Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... https://mamamia.com.au/entertainment/ Subscribe to The Spill Newsletter... https://mamamia.com.au/newsletter CREDITS Hosts: Laura Brodnik and Melissa Mason Executive Producer: Gia Moylan Audio Producer: Rhiannon Mooney 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/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 12, 2022 • 17min
Taylor Swift’s Career Change Has Ignited A New Controversy
On the show today… In response to some of the backlash surrounding the launch of their Netflix documentary series, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have released a formal statement, labeling one of the biggest criticisms again them as a complete lie. And a new red carpet photo of Katie Holmes has launched an avalanche of headlines and jokes, thanks to her surprise retro style. But if you’re a true Katie fan, then you’ll know she always ties her viral fashion moments to a big life change and this look is no exception. Plus, over the weekend it was announced that Taylor Swift is making her feature-length directorial debut with an original script she wrote herself. Then it was announced she was taking part in a prestigious interview series and all hell broke loose. But this new wave of controversy is about more than just Taylor Swift and a potential Oscar win. THE END BITS Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH: Join us in our Facebook group to discuss everything pop culture...https://www.facebook.com/groups/2524018781153963/ Feedback? We’re listening. Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at thespill@mamamia.com.au WANT MORE? Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... https://mamamia.com.au/entertainment/ Subscribe to The Spill Newsletter... https://mamamia.com.au/newsletter CREDITS Hosts: Laura Brodnik and Melissa Mason Executive Producer: Gia Moylan Audio Producer: Rhiannon Mooney 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/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 9, 2022 • 21min
Meghan Markle, Prince Harry And A Moment Of True Anger
On the show today… The first trailer for the upcoming documentary The Price of Glee has been released. The documentary promises to delve into the deaths of three main cast members but is already stirring up a wave of controversy. And the first three episodes of the highly anticipated Netflix documentary Harry & Meghan were released this week. So today we’re breaking down the strategic use of guests, the drama behind the scenes, and the moment we could see the true anger driving Harry and Meghan to make this documentary. Plus, it’s Weekend Watch time! Today we are recommending two new TV shows that are close to the host's hearts, a romantic story with a twist and an epic fantasy adventure. THE END BITS Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH: Join us in our Facebook group to discuss everything pop culture...https://www.facebook.com/groups/2524018781153963/ Feedback? We’re listening. Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at thespill@mamamia.com.au WANT MORE? Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... https://mamamia.com.au/entertainment/ Subscribe to The Spill Newsletter... https://mamamia.com.au/newsletter CREDITS Hosts: Laura Brodnik and Chelsea McLaughlin Executive Producer: Gia Moylan Audio Producer: Madeline Joannou 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/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 8, 2022 • 19min
Kim Kardashian And A Truly Terrifying Tale
On the show today… Australia’s biggest night for TV and film, the AACTA Awards, took place this week and some of Hollywood’s biggest exports were on hand to receive awards. Plus, we need to talk about all the nominated Aussie-made shows and movies you need to add to your watch list. In slightly different awards show news, we also need to talk about the People's Choice Awards that took place this week. There were some truly uplifting and important moments (Lizzo’s acceptance speech) and some truly outrageous turns (a Shania Twain and Ryan Reynolds mash-up) that we need to unpack. And in more serious news, Kim Kardashian has been granted a restraining order against a man who continually showed up to her house, claiming to have a gun and insisting the two share a personal telepathic connection. It’s just one of many celebrity stalker stories involving home invasions and weapons, but there’s a complicated reason why they often don’t get reported. THE END BITS Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH: Join us in our Facebook group to discuss everything pop culture...https://www.facebook.com/groups/2524018781153963/ Feedback? We’re listening. Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at thespill@mamamia.com.au WANT MORE? Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... https://mamamia.com.au/entertainment/ Subscribe to The Spill Newsletter... https://mamamia.com.au/newsletter CREDITS Hosts: Laura Brodnik and Chelsea McLaughlin Executive Producer: Gia Moylan Audio Producer: Rhiannon Mooney 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/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 7, 2022 • 21min
A New Twist In Katherine Heigl’s Ongoing Cancellation
On the show today... The TV nominees for the 28th Annual Critics Choice Awards were announced this week and now there are two celebrated TV shows you need to add to your must-watch list. Plus, today we’ve been gifted the very first trailer for the highly anticipated new musical-drama series Daisy Jones & The Six, based on the best-selling novel of the same name. At the same time, the rumour mill is churning out some new theories about the two series stars that we need to discuss. And Katherine Heigl is on the publicity trail for her new Netflix series and during a recent interview, she revealed what was really at the heart of her controversial Grey’s Anatomy exit and the moment she regrets most. It’s a new twist on her ongoing ‘cancellation’ which has become a cautionary tale for other actresses, even if it’s not exactly fair. THE END BITS Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH: Join us in our Facebook group to discuss everything pop culture...https://www.facebook.com/groups/2524018781153963/ Feedback? We’re listening. Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at thespill@mamamia.com.au WANT MORE? Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... https://mamamia.com.au/entertainment/ Subscribe to The Spill Newsletter... https://mamamia.com.au/newsletter CREDITS Hosts: Laura Brodnik and Melissa Mason Executive Producer: Gia Moylan Audio Producer: Rhiannon Mooney 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/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 6, 2022 • 19min
Is This The End Of The Royals As We Know It?
On the show today... Hollywood is in mourning following the news that Kirstie Alley has died after a short battle with cancer. Here's everything we know. And headlines about the 'Good Morning America Cheating Scandal' have been dominating our newsfeeds for the past few days, so we break down exactly what’s happening and why we have complicated feelings about the hosts being suspended. Plus only days after being treated to the first trailer for the upcoming Prince Harry & Meghan Markle documentary, we now have our second glimpse as well as a release date. But could this new PR move from the former royals signal the end of the monarchy as we know it? THE END BITS Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH: Join us in our Facebook group to discuss everything pop culture...https://www.facebook.com/groups/2524018781153963/ Feedback? We’re listening. Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at thespill@mamamia.com.au WANT MORE? Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... https://mamamia.com.au/entertainment/ Subscribe to The Spill Newsletter... https://mamamia.com.au/newsletter CREDITS Hosts: Melissa Mason & Emma Gillespie Executive Producer: Gia Moylan Audio Producer: Rhiannon Mooney 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/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 5, 2022 • 19min
Rebel Wilson’s New Controversy Deserves Your Attention
On the show today… Saturday Night Live doesn’t always make headlines, except this weekend when actress and comedian Keke Palmer hosted the show and dropped a surprise announcement. Plus, Britney Spears celebrated her birthday this week by posting a loving Instagram message to her younger sister Jamie Lynn Spears, who she has been publicly feuding with for years. But instead of seeing it as a gesture of sisterly love, Britney fans have a much more sinister theory about why she really shared these words. And Rebel Wilson’s name is making headlines again, this time surrounding the release of her new clothing line with her partner Ramona Agruma. The size inclusivity of her line has been called into question, and although Rebel has issued a statement about the issue, we need to talk about the damage that has already been done. THE END BITS Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH: Join us in our Facebook group to discuss everything pop culture...https://www.facebook.com/groups/2524018781153963/ Feedback? We’re listening. Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at thespill@mamamia.com.au WANT MORE? Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... https://mamamia.com.au/entertainment/ Subscribe to The Spill Newsletter... https://mamamia.com.au/newsletter CREDITS Hosts: Laura Brodnik & Melissa Mason Executive Producer: Gia Moylan Audio Producer: Rhiannon Mooney 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/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 2, 2022 • 15min
The Calculated Plan Behind Prince Harry And Meghan Markle’s New Documentary
On the show…. Following a media storm, Kim Kardashian and Kanye West have finalised their divorce, but one strange request from Kanye’s legal team has already been leaked. And Netflix has released the first trailer for the upcoming six-part documentary series on Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. There’s clearly a cleverly crafted plan behind the images that were chosen for the trailer and the dialogue that was used, but what’s most interesting is why Netflix chose to release it this week. Plus, it’s Weekend Watch time! Today we have two excellent TV shows to recommend to you, including a wild western and a new Aussie comedy. THE END BITS Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH: Join us in our Facebook group to discuss everything pop culture...https://www.facebook.com/groups/2524018781153963/ Feedback? We’re listening. Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at thespill@mamamia.com.au WANT MORE? Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... https://mamamia.com.au/entertainment/ Subscribe to The Spill Newsletter... https://mamamia.com.au/newsletter CREDITS Hosts: Laura Brodnik & Melissa Mason Audio Producer: Rhiannon Mooney 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/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.


