

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 2, 2025 • 6min
MORNING TEA: A Bridgerton Hottie Returns & Miley's Engagement (??)
After four years of dating, Miley Cyrus might officially be off the market! Plus, the OG Bridgerton hottie Regé Jean Page ☕ Is Miley Cyrus engaged? ☕ The Anne Hathaway x Charli XCX film that has us all gagging ☕ Rene Page Jean + erotic thriller = take my money ☕ Calls for Jack Charles to be deported ☕ Sabrina Carpenter takes aim at the White House Once you’ve devoured this morning’s celeb stories, get your daily news headlines from The Quicky here. Our podcast Watch Party is out now, listen on Apple or Spotify. THE END BITS Support independent women's media Follow us on TikTok, Instagram and Facebook. And subscribe to our Youtube channel. Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here. Discover more Mamamia Podcasts here. CREDITS Host & Producer: Ash London Executive Producer: Monisha IswaranBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 2, 2025 • 32min
Scarlett Johansson Doubles Down On Her Biggest Controversy & Ed Sheeran’s Marriage Confession
On the show today, we’ve witnessed one of the biggest comeback stories in reality TV land, with news of ‘villain’ Whitney Leavitt’s surprising new gig.And Scarlett Johansson has been involved in a series of scandals and controversies over the years, even going so far as to say it’s what she’s known for. Now she’s doubled down on her opinion around a past controversy and what the fallout was for her.Plus, Ed Sheeran has released some new music with a very personal message, with lyrics alluding to trouble in his marriage. Here’s what these lyrics really mean.Read Scarlett Johansson's full interview here.THE END BITS Our podcast Watch Party is out now, listen on Apple or Spotify. Support independent women's media Follow us on TikTok, Instagram and Facebook. And subscribe to our Youtube channel. Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here. Discover more Mamamia Podcasts here. Do you have feedback or a topic you want us to discuss on The Spill? Send us a voice message, or send us an email thespill@mamamia.com.au and we'll come back to you ASAP! CREDITS Hosts: Laura Brodnik, Ksenija Lukich & Bree Player Executive Producer: Monisha Iswaran Audio Producer: Scott StronachBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 1, 2025 • 6min
MORNING TEA: New Diddy doco & Our Reality Tea-V Special
This morning we go one on one with not one but TWO reality TV darlings to get all the latest BB and RHOS goss...you're welcome! ☕ The latest BB evictee, Holly Young answers our questions... ☕ The Diddy doco dropping this week on Netflix ☕ Krissy Marsh dishes on some RHOS drama MORE CELEB NEWS:And if you want to hear The Quicky's chat with Krissy Marsh listen here. Plus, our new podcast Watch Party is out now, listen on Apple or Spotify. THE END BITS Support independent women's media Follow us on TikTok, Instagram and Facebook. And subscribe to our Youtube channel. Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here. Discover more Mamamia Podcasts here. CREDITS Host & Producer: Ash London Executive Producer: Monisha IswaranBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 1, 2025 • 33min
The Taylor Swift and Blake Lively Drama Has Been Reignited Thanks To A Leaked Email
The first round of official Oscar predictions are here, and there are some surprising movies and actresses in the mix.And Millie Bobby Brown has spoken about her relationship with co-star David Harbour for the first time in depth since it was alleged that she made an official complaint about him while filming the show. Now it’s time to dissect exactly what she said.A newly unsealed email from the legal dispute between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni has revealed new details about a meeting that allegedly took place between Baldoni, Lively, and her husband, Ryan Reynolds while Taylor Swift and Hugh Jackman were allegedly in the room. Allow us to decipher what this all means and exactly what the email said.THE END BITSOur podcast Watch Party is out now, listen on Apple or Spotify. Support independent women's media Follow us on TikTok, Instagram and Facebook. And subscribe to our Youtube channel. Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here. Discover more Mamamia Podcasts here. Do you have feedback or a topic you want us to discuss on The Spill? Send us a voice message, or send us an email thespill@mamamia.com.au and we'll come back to you ASAP! CREDITSHosts: Laura Brodnik and Ksenija Lukich Executive Producer: Monisha Iswaran Audio Producer: Scott StronachBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 30, 2025 • 5min
MORNING TEA: Robert Irwin Is Coming Home & Meghan Markle Gets Festive
After his whirlwind win on DWTS, we're stoked to have an official return date for Robert Irwin to hit our screens! Plus, find out why Olivia Dean has won a huge fight for live music fans around the world. ☕ Meghan Markle makes a festive return ☕ Millie Bobbie Brown's name change☕ A new High School Music baby☕ Olivia Dean is a hero of the people ☕ Robert Irwin is coming home! MORE CELEB NEWS: Once you’ve devoured this morning’s celeb stories, get your daily news headlines from The Quicky here. Our podcast Watch Party is out now, listen on Apple or Spotify. THE END BITS Support independent women's media Follow us on TikTok, Instagram and Facebook. And subscribe to our Youtube channel. Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here. Discover more Mamamia Podcasts here. CREDITS Host & Producer: Ash London Executive Producer: Monisha IswaranBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 28, 2025 • 54min
A Brutally Honest Review Of Wicked: For Good
Wicked: For Good has truly “changed us for the better”… and it’s time for our brutally honest review.We’re diving deep into the character arcs that kept us on the edge of our seats, the performances that stole the show, and the moments that… well, didn’t quite defy gravity the way we hoped.From clever callbacks to the OG musical to the scene that left Laura with mascara streaked down her face (you know the one), nothing is off the table. It’s the movie we’ve been waiting for all year — counting down the days, watching every trailer, and clinging to every snippet in the press— so trust us, you don’t want to miss this one.WANT MORE? Listen to our Brutally Honest Review of Wicked: Part One on Spotify or Apple. Plus, check out our special Watch Party episode deep diving into all things Wicked: For Good on Apple or Spotify. THE END BITS Support independent women's media Follow us on TikTok, Instagram and Facebook. And subscribe to our brand new Youtube channel. Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here. Discover more Mamamia Podcasts here. Do you have feedback or a topic you want us to discuss on The Spill? Send us a voice message, or send us an email thespill@mamamia.com.au and we'll come back to you ASAP! CREDITS Hosts: Laura Brodnik and Em Vernem Executive Producer: Monisha Iswaran Audio Producer: Scott StronachBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 27, 2025 • 26min
Weekend Watch: The Netflix Series The World Has Been Waiting For And A ‘Sexy’ Animated Adventure
On the show today Em Vernem has a completely unhinged review (sent via voicemail) of a highly anticipated animated sequel that children will love, and adults might find a bit…sexy? Listen at your own risk to this one.Plus, we’ve been waiting years for the final season of Stranger Things to drop on Netflix, and the day is finally here! So allow us to catch you up on everything you need to know before you dive into the new season THE END BITS Read about all of this week's best new shows from Mamamia's entertainment team HERE Our podcast Watch Party is out now, listen on Apple or Spotify. Support independent women's media Follow us on TikTok, Instagram and Facebook. And subscribe to our brand new Youtube channel. Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here. Discover more Mamamia Podcasts here. Do you have feedback or a topic you want us to discuss on The Spill? Send us a voice message, or send us an email thespill@mamamia.com.au and we'll come back to you ASAP! CREDITS Hosts: Laura Brodnik and Em Vernem Executive Producer: Monisha Iswaran Audio Producer: Scott StronachBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 27, 2025 • 43min
Robert Irwin’s Famous New Girlfriend And Why People Are Ignoring Lizzo’s Emotional Message
Robert Irwin has been crowned the winner of Dancing With The Stars, but that’s not the biggest reveal to come out of the finale. It looks like he’s now dating a very famous Hollywood actress, so allow us to present the evidence.And, look, we think the pressure on celebrities to tell funny stories on talk shows has escalated to an unmanageable level, because Kate Beckinsale has just shared the wildest story we’ve ever heard, and we need you all to be horrid with us.Plus, Lizzo has penned an extraordinary essay about her weight loss, the scandal that nearly ended her career, and what she owes her fans. Her statements feel like a battle cry, so why is no one talking about this?Read Lizzo's substack article here. If you or anyone you know needs support for eating disorders, please contact the Butterfly Foundation National Support Line and online service 1800 ED HOPE (1800 33 4673) or email support@thebutterflyfoundation.org.au.THE END BITS Our podcast Watch Party is out now, listen on Apple or Spotify. Support independent women's media Follow us on TikTok, Instagram and Facebook. And subscribe to our brand new Youtube channel. Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here. Discover more Mamamia Podcasts here. Do you have feedback or a topic you want us to discuss on The Spill? Send us a voice message, or send us an email thespill@mamamia.com.au and we'll come back to you ASAP! CREDITS Hosts: Laura Brodnik and Monisha Iswaran Executive Producer: Monisha Iswaran Audio Producer: Scott StronachBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 26, 2025 • 6min
MORNING TEA: Rob Irwin Does Australia Proud & Jonathan Bailey Makes Another Surprise Appearance!
We called it the second we knew Bob Irwin was going to be on DWTS, and now our suspicions have been confirmed. All the info on his big win, as well as the big winners closer to home at the TikTok Awards! ☕ Bob Irwin is officially the GOAT! ☕ Jessie J dishes the dirt on Channing Tatum☕ All the goss from the TikTok Awards☕ Jonathan Bailey makes another surprise appearance MORE CELEB NEWS: Spillers, make sure to check out out brand new episode of Watch Party deep diving into Wicked: For Good on Apple or Spotify. Once you’ve devoured this morning’s celeb stories, get your daily news headlines from The Quicky here. Our podcast Watch Party is out now, listen on Apple or Spotify. THE END BITS Support independent women's media Follow us on TikTok, Instagram and Facebook. And subscribe to our Youtube channel. Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here. Discover more Mamamia Podcasts here. CREDITS Host & Producer: Ash London Executive Producer: Monisha IswaranBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 26, 2025 • 37min
Ariana Grande’s Secret Trauma And Matthew McConaughey's Questionable Sex Story
One of our favourite Christmas movies of all time is finally getting a sequel, but there’s one reason why we’re now nervous about what it will look like.And Matthew McConaughey has shared an interesting story about what led him to his wife, but was it too much of a sexy overshare? We’re ready to fight to the death over it.Plus, Wicked: For Good has broken box office records across the world, but the movie’s press tour looked wildly different from last year. There’s a reason why the leading ladies are fading into the background, and part of it is linked to Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo’s secret traumas.If you or anyone you know needs support for eating disorders, please contact the Butterfly Foundation National Support Line and online service 1800 ED HOPE (1800 33 4673) or email support@thebutterflyfoundation.org.au.LISTEN NEXT: Our new Watch Party episode talking all things Wicked: For Good is ready for your ears on Apple or Spotify. Listen for a full debrief on the movie, and all the behind the scenes facts you never knew. THE END BITS Support independent women's media Follow us on TikTok, Instagram and Facebook. And subscribe to our Youtube channel. Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here. Discover more Mamamia Podcasts here. Do you have feedback or a topic you want us to discuss on The Spill? Send us a voice message, or send us an email thespill@mamamia.com.au and we'll come back to you ASAP! CREDITS Hosts: Laura Brodnik and Ksenija Lukich Executive Producer: Monisha Iswaran Audio Producer: Scott StronachBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.


