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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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Feb 27, 2026 • 44min
These TV Shows Have The Best Secret Romances
On today’s show, we’re fresh off the latest wave of period-drama longing and scandal, which got us thinking… what are the greatest secret love stories TV has ever given us?We’re talking about the couples who had to hide everything. The forbidden romances. The relationships conducted in shadowy corners, behind closed doors, and across enemy lines.From the most controversial teacher-student storyline of the 2010s (yes, we’re going there), to a superhero slow burn where one very specific piece of jewellery kept two people apart for years… we unpack the romances that thrived on secrecy.Enemies to lovers. Illicit affairs. Hidden identities. Fake suburban bliss. Nothing bonds a couple quite like having absolutely everything to lose.Plus, Mon desperately wants you to listen to our Brutally Honest Review of Twilight here. 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 & 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.

Feb 26, 2026 • 32min
Weekend Watch: The Horror Movie We’ve Been Dying To See And Bridgerton Is Back
Today we’re diving headfirst into the second drop of a show the whole world has been talking about — and yes, we need to talk about that cliffhanger.Then, we're dissecting a heartfelt medical show reboot that's been decades in the making. The best part? The cast are still besties off-screen, as well as on set.Then, it’s time for the horror sequel that’s had 30 years of build-up. With an iconic final girl returning and a fandom obsessed with ghost masks, we break down whether this comeback delivers — or leans a little too hard on fan service. Is it actually scary? Did we guess the killer? And why does this franchise still have such a chokehold on us? Hear our Brutally Honest Review of Bridgerton Part 1 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. 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 & Monisha Iswaran with special guest Michael KeanExecutive Producer: Monisha Iswaran Audio Producer: Scott StronachBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 26, 2026 • 47min
Hilary Duff’s Scathing Response To Ashley Tisdale & The Most Dangerous Man On MAFS
It has been confirmed that Lily Collins will play Audrey Hepburn in an upcoming movie, and there are questions about how the casting process worked. The twist is that she’s making the film herself, and when you look at her past career choices, there is a bigger conversation to have here.And Hilary Duff has finally responded to Ashley Tisdale’s viral essay about her ‘toxic mum group,’ and when you decipher her response, it’s the most scathing thing she could have said.Plus, it’s time to delve into the latest week of Married At First Sight Australia, because three new couples joined the experiment this week, with one man leaving us cringing and the other leaving us terrified.We are doing a weekly Reality Recaps show - listen to them all here... THE END BITSLove binge-watching TV? The Spill has launched our Watch Party podcast - spoiler-filled episode deep dives into the shows everyone’s talking about. Find the feed on Apple or Spotify.Support independent women's mediaFollow 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, Ksenija Lukich & Tina Provis Executive Producer: Monisha IswaranAudio Producer: Scott StronachBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 25, 2026 • 6min
MORNING TEA: The Downside Of Filming A Bridgerton Sex Scene & Your Chance To Stay At THE Cottage
This morning we have got spicy rental listings, a heartbreak for a Hollywood legend, and the very un-sexy medical reality of being a Bridgerton star. ☕ You can finally book the actual "Heated Rivalry" cottage on Airbnb ☕ Martin Short’s family shares the devastating news of his daughter’s passing ☕ Zara Larsson takes a stand by blocking abusers on her Spotify ☕ Hilary Duff opens up about her initial reaction to the 'toxic mom group' article ☕ Justin Trudeau’s son gives his awkward seal of approval to Katy Perry ☕ Bridgerton’s Yerin Ha reveals the painful side effect of that bathtub scene THE END BITSOnce you’ve devoured this morning’s celeb stories, get your daily news headlines from The Quicky here. Find our new Bridgerton podcast in the Watch Party feed 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. CREDITS Host & Producer: Ash London Executive Producer: Monisha IswaranBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 25, 2026 • 35min
The Real Fallout For Tyra Banks Following The Next Top Model Netflix Doco
One of our hosts had a panic attack this morning when the first teaser trailer for Netflix's upcoming adaptation of Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice dropped. Here’s everything you need to know.Plus, the documentary Reality Check: Inside America's Next Top Model dropped last week and quickly became one of the most talked-about shows in the world. Now the judges and contestants featured in the doco have given follow-up interviews about what happened behind the scenes while filming this tell-all, and it’s not looking good for Tyra Banks. From the reason why she was never supposed to appear in the documentary to what her fellow judges are saying about her now, the controversy around this show is far from over.And Australia’s most famous radio duo have been in the headlines this week thanks to a very vulnerable on-air disagreement. Here’s why we are sure this is not a publicity stunt. Listen to our recent Brutally Honest Review of the Next Top Model documentary on Apple or Spotify. Listen to our (epic) Brutally Honest Review of Wuthering Heights on Apple or Spotify. THE END BITSLove binge-watching TV? The Spill has launched our Watch Party podcast - spoiler-filled episode deep dives into the shows everyone’s talking about. Find the feed on Apple or Spotify.Support independent women's mediaFollow 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 & Tina ProvisExecutive Producer: Monisha IswaranAudio Producer: Tegan SadlerBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 24, 2026 • 5min
MORNING TEA: A Sneak Peek At The New Pride And Prejudice Series & Pedro Fuels Dating Rumors
Today we've got "yearning" in cravats, a major win for the Swifties, and some very cozy Beverly Hills strolls with our favorite Internet Daddy. ☕ We have a TEASER for Dolly Alderton’s Pride and Prejudice ☕ Aimee Lou Wood takes on the lead in a new Succession-penned Jane Eyre ☕ Tributes pour in for Lizzie McGuire star Robert Carradine ☕ Taylor Swift breaks a 12-year record ☕ Pedro Pascal fuels romance rumors with an affectionate outing in LA THE END BITSOnce you’ve devoured this morning’s celeb stories, get your daily news headlines from The Quicky here. Find our new Bridgerton podcast in the Watch Party feed 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. CREDITS Host & Producer: Ash London Executive Producer: Monisha IswaranBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 24, 2026 • 44min
The Confession We Never Expected Hilary Duff To Make And A Disgusting Reveal From Timothée Chalamet
The leading lady for the upcoming movie Beach Read, based on the novel of the same name by Emily Henry, has been confirmed, and it’s what fans have been dreaming of. Now we’ve got a lead on which actor will be starring opposite her, and you might not like our findings.And on paper Timothée Chalamet and Matthew McConaughey might not seem like the same person but they absolutely are. The two actors did a joint and very rogue interview this week, and we need to unpack all the reveals, including one that scarred us for life.Plus, Hilary Duff has embarked on an extensive press tour to promote her album and upcoming tour, and she’s uttered a few sentences we never expected her to say. From family drama to insecurities about her marriage and the viral Ashley Tisdale essay about their mum group, there’s a reason why she’s choosing to speak on these subjects at this particular moment. THE END BITSLove binge-watching TV? The Spill has launched Watch Party — spoiler-filled episode deep dives into the shows everyone’s talking about. Find the feed on Apple or Spotify.Support independent women's mediaFollow 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 & Tina BurkeExecutive Producer: Monisha IswaranAudio Producer: Scott StronachBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 23, 2026 • 6min
MORNING TEA: Harry Styles' TV Return & Lily Collins Set To Play The Role Of A Lifetime
This morning we have got Harry Styles pulling double duty, the world's most high-fashion art lesson, and Paul Mescal getting caught red-handed on his phone. ☕ Harry Styles returns to SNL as both host and musical guest ☕ The 2026 Met Gala dress code is officially announced ☕ Nick Reiner pleads not guilty in a high-profile Hollywood court case ☕ Paul Mescal and Gracie Abrams go red carpet official ☕ Lily Collins prepares to channel Audrey Hepburn in a new Breakfast at Tiffany’s biopic THE END BITSOnce you’ve devoured this morning’s celeb stories, get your daily news headlines from The Quicky here. Find our new Bridgerton podcast in the Watch Party feed 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. CREDITS Host & Producer: Ash London Executive Producer: Monisha IswaranBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 23, 2026 • 43min
The Hate Against Kristen Bell & Dax Shepard Has Intensified & An Awards Season Surprise
The BAFTAs have shaken up awards season… and the internet has turned on one of Hollywood’s most “relatable” couples.On today’s show, we’re breaking down everything that went down at the BAFTA Awards — from the surprisingly safe red carpet to the wins that have completely blown open the Oscar race. One Best Actor upset has left Timothée Chalamet and Leonardo DiCaprio’s awards hopes looking a little less certain.Plus, the film dominating the night might just be the one that defines this year in cinema.Then, we need to talk about Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard. A viral essay dissecting their marriage — and the idea of being “hated by your husband” — has reignited long-simmering criticism of the couple. Their celebrity friends have rushed to defend them, but is this backlash actually about something bigger? We have thoughts.THE END BITSLove binge-watching TV? The Spill has launched Watch Party — spoiler-filled episode deep dives into the shows everyone’s talking about. Find the feed on Apple or Spotify.Support independent women's mediaFollow 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 & Tina BurkeExecutive Producer: Monisha IswaranAudio Producer: Scott StronachBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 22, 2026 • 7min
MORNING TEA: Grey's Anatomy Stars And Fans Remember Eric Dane
Today we mourn the passing of Grey's Anatomy favorite Eric Dane, aka McSteamy as fans and his co-stars pay tribute. Plus, we've got a new Queen of the jungle - and everyone is asking the same question about her future now that her and a certain co-star are out of the jungle. ☕ Eric Dane's legacy, and Patrick Dempsey's beautiful tribute ☕ BRITs host Jack Whitehall throws a certain rocker under the bus ☕ Concetta Caristo's new jungle crown If you're a Shonda fan, check out our new Bridgerton podcast on Apple or Spotify hosted by Grace Rouvray and other super fans! THE END BITSOnce you’ve devoured this morning’s celeb stories, get your daily news headlines from The Quicky here. Find our new Bridgerton podcast in the Watch Party feed 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. CREDITS Host & Producer: Ash London Executive Producer: Monisha IswaranBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.


