Out Of Office
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The MOLS are off on special projects for two weeks so here's some of the highlights of the last 7 months, as well as some of the bits that never made it to air. ...
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The Bachelor is Back.
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It's back. And it's bats**t crazy. Rosie Waterland reviews the first episode of The Bachelor's new season. Plus, should there be quotas for women on boards? Gen Y's are taking oversharing into the labour ward with Crowdbirthing. And Mia Freedman's reveals some surprising career plans. #frieswiththat ...
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The Trouble With Amy Schumer
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Amy Schumer is everything. The comedian, actor and feminist is our hero. And when Monique Bowley went to interview her, she was excited. Except it ended up being an actual trainwreck. ...
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Leaning In, Leaning Out and trying not to throw up.
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Forget leaning in. Lets talk about leaning out. Why leaning back is not just OK but neccessary, and why Monique thinks Sheryl Sandberg's message is a bit bullshit. ...
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The Problem with Happiness
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Why are obsessed with the idea of happiness? Should spanx come with a warning label? And were the questions in Dolly Doctor REAL? Freedman takes us behind the scenes of the biggest girls magazine. Plus, Jamila Rizvi admits her 4 week old baby doesn't respect authority. Damn younger generations. ...
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The Rainbow Facebook Dilemma
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Facebook is awash in rainbow profile pictures. How do you change back without looking like a jerk? What the heck does 'On Fleek' mean? The very interesting reason people are getting semi-colons tattooed on their wrists. And the Belle Gibson interview that prompted some uncomfortable questions: like do we sometimes excuse bad behaviour by labelling it as mental illness? ...
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BONUS EPISODE: Annabel Crabb on I Don't Know How She Does It
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Have you ever looked at Annabel Crabb and thought "how does she manage all that?" ...
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The "Please Touch My Hair" Episode
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How much would you pay for your hair? Is women's sport boring? A confusing new baby name trend. And the most offensive word to call another woman isn't even a swear word - it's one that is used everyday. ...
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Generation Cancel: Why no one can commit anymore.
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You know the feeling: someone cancels plans and it's like a hit of a sweet, sweet drug. Why are we so crap at committing to things? The Rachel Dolezal story we can't stop talking about. The one reason every woman should watch Orange Is The New Black, and the very best reason to put down your razor. #fasshion ...
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Women's Voices Are The Worst. Apparently.
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Are you a woman? Do you have a voice? You're probably doing it wrong. From uptalking to vocal fry to missing out on being hired for jobs, why do we judge women on the pitch of their voice? Plus, would you let your partner take your name? Would you cuddle a stranger? And why parents need to calm down about babies on flights. ...
info_outlineShould the Martin Place hostages get paid? Why don't we care as much about the Bali 9 as we did about Schapelle? It's the return of Mamamia Out Loud for 2015 and with awards season unfolding we're rolled out the red carpet on topics big and small. Jen Aniston holds a masterclass in how to deal with your ex, one woman has gone to drastic lengths to get out of a date, and not everyone is happy about the Taylor Swift campaign for the Hottest 100. Finally; we ask the question that's divided the office: can you wee in front of your friends?
Show notes:
- Rebecca Sparrow on why the hostages should get paid
- Lawyer and Vice-Chancellor of Australian Catholic University, Prof Greg Crafter on the Bali 9 and showing mercy
- Mia's book recommendation: Big Little Lies by Liane Moriarty
- Jamila's book recommendation: The Rosie Effect by Graeme Simsion
- We ran out of time to mention Julie Bishops lost earring. It has it's own twitter account and it's one of our favourite things this week.
- Our email is [email protected] - get in touch.
- The show's facebook page is here
- Mia's facebook, Jamila's facebook, Monique's facebook
- And thankyou to Dionne Warwick. Sorry for ruining your song.