

The Quicky
Mamamia Podcasts
Do you find the news cycle overwhelming? Depressing? Confusing? Boring? Endless?
Then you need The Quicky. Mamamia's daily podcast that gets you up to speed on the top stories, then deep dives on one topic you want to know more about.
It's the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day.
Then you need The Quicky. Mamamia's daily podcast that gets you up to speed on the top stories, then deep dives on one topic you want to know more about.
It's the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day.
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Feb 1, 2024 • 21min
The History Of High Heels Did Not Start With Women
If you're a woman, there's a chance you've probably worn high heels before. So you know how uncomfortable they can be. Yet, for many different reasons, despite the pain, we continue to slip our feet into 4, 6, even 8 inch heels. For some, they make you feel powerful, others like the additional height they provide, some like how they make our butts and legs look. But did you know heels were never intended to walk in? In this episode of The Quicky we're going back in time to understand the history of the high heel, how they were meant for men and whether they are considered a feminist or anti-feminist statement. Want to try our new exercise app? Click here to start a seven day free trial of MOVE by Mamamia. Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Host: Claire Murphy and Grace Rouvray With thanks to: Nicole Rudolph - Fashion Historian and shoe maker Producer: Claire Murphy and Grace Rouvray Executive Producer: Kally Borg Audio Producer: Thom LionBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 1, 2024 • 3min
PM: Shark Victim’s Hospital Photo Leaked
The Quicky evening news update for Thursday, 1 February 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...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Want The Quicky in your ears every day? Listen on Spotify... https://open.spotify.com/show/4omeoOVsGWXhhFObFWGTvT CREDITS Host: Isabella Ross Producer: Kally Borg Audio Producer: Thom LionBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 31, 2024 • 16min
This Insider Info Will Help You Secure A Rental
You've seen the videos and articles showing hundreds of people at a house inspection in all different areas of the country. Low supply, high demand. There's too many people and not enough places to call home - plus it's getting more and more expensive. But in this episode of The Quicky, we speak to someone who claims to have cracked the code when it comes to rental applications to give some tips to help you secure a home. To read Shannen's article about her experience and tips on securing a rental, click here. Want to try our new exercise app? Click here to start a seven day free trial of MOVE by Mamamia. Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Host: Claire Murphy With thanks to: Shannen Findlay - Mamamia writer and cohost of the Lowbrow podcast Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Kally Borg Audio Producer: Thom LionBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 31, 2024 • 3min
PM: Russia Appeals Loss Of Olympic Gold
The Quicky evening news update for Wednesday, 31 January 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...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Want The Quicky in your ears every day? Listen on Spotify... https://open.spotify.com/show/4omeoOVsGWXhhFObFWGTvT CREDITS Host: Isabella Ross Producer: Kally Borg Audio Producer: Thom LionBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 30, 2024 • 21min
The Real Story Of Griselda Blanco - The Cocaine Queen Of Miami
Trigger Warning: This episode speaks about violence, drug use and murder so please take care when listening. A new Netflix miniseries which debuted recently tells the story of Griselda Blanco, also known as "the Godmother" of the cocaine underworld in both Columbia and in the US. This episode of The Quicky goes through the life and crimes of the only person Pablo Escobar admitted to be scared of. To read more about Griselda's true story, click here. Want to try our new exercise app? Click here to start a seven day free trial of MOVE by Mamamia. Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Host: Claire Murphy With thanks to: Justin Vallejo - The US Digital Editor for News Corp Australia Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Kally Borg Audio Producer: Thom LionBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 30, 2024 • 3min
PM: Shark Attack Victim Saved By Heroic Vet
The Quicky evening news update for Tuesday, 30 January 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...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Want The Quicky in your ears every day? Listen on Spotify... https://open.spotify.com/show/4omeoOVsGWXhhFObFWGTvT CREDITS Host: Isabella Ross Producer: Kally Borg Audio Producer: Thom LionBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 29, 2024 • 15min
Stanley, Yeti or Frank Green? What Your Water Bottle Says About You
If you haven't heard the words Stanley, Frank Green or Yeti lately, you've been living under a rock...Or you don't have social media. These three brands of water bottles have taken the world by storm. When a new Stanley cup is released, people camp outside their local target for days to make sure they're able to get their hands on one. But it seems you sit in one of four camps when it comes to which vessel you drink your water from. There's the aforementioned Stanley fans, the Frank Green fans, the Yeti fans and then those who are just confused by it all. But have you ever wondered what your water bottle says about you? What do people assume about you when your slugging your giant drinking vessel around? In this episode of The Quicky, we take a look at exactly what your water bottle says about you. To check out Stacey's article about what your water bottle says about you, click here. Want to try our new exercise app? Click here to start a seven day free trial of MOVE by Mamamia. Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Host: Claire Murphy With thanks to: Stacey Hicks - Mamamia's Deputy Editor Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Kally Borg Audio Producer: Thom LionBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 29, 2024 • 4min
PM: Calls For Fee-Free University Courses
The Quicky evening news update for Monday, 29 January 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...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Want The Quicky in your ears every day? Listen on Spotify... https://open.spotify.com/show/4omeoOVsGWXhhFObFWGTvT CREDITS Host: Grace Rouvray Producer: Kally Borg Audio Producer: Thom LionBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 28, 2024 • 19min
Heath Ledger’s Lasting Impact On Aussies In Hollywood
We are in the thick of awards season, and so far we've seen a few Aussies take home some pretty impressive accolades. We know Hollywood is chock full of Australians. Margot Robbie, Cate Blanchett, Hugh Jackman, Chris Hemsworth, just to name a few. But arguably the most notable Australian to make it big in Hollywood was the late Heath Ledger. In this episode of The Quicky, as we remember Heath Ledger's passing on January 22 2008, we hear from a friend of the Ledger family and recipient of the Heath Ledger scholarship about just how much Heath did, and still does, for his fellow Aussie actors. Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS With thanks to: Mojean Aria - Actor, 2017 Winner of the Heath Ledger Scholarship Host/Producer: Grace Rouvray Executive Producer: Kally Borg Audio Producer: Thom LionBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 25, 2024 • 3min
PM: Jarryd Hayne Appeals Rape Convictions Again
The Quicky evening news update for Thursday, 25 January 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...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Want The Quicky in your ears every day? Listen on Spotify... https://open.spotify.com/show/4omeoOVsGWXhhFObFWGTvT CREDITS Host: Isabella Ross Producer: Kally Borg Audio Producer: Thom LionBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.


