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BIG TALK: The Mabo Case PART ONE

This was such a pivotal moment in Australia’s history, a fascinating legal case and a man, Eddie Mabo, whose story we should all know. Really, what was so important about the Mabo decision is that it challenged one of the biggest lies at the heart of Australia’s foundation — that the land was empty when the British arrived. So today we want to look at who Eddie Mabo was, how his case came to be and the journey of him taking it all the way to the High Court - forcing Australians to formally recognise that our Indigenous people had rich culture, laws and land ownership long before British invasion. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

36 min

Epstein's List, SWAG album & Superman Movie

Justin Bieber releases seventh studio album, SWAG. Unpacking the recommendations handed down by the Special Envoy to combat Anti Semitism. Trump backflips and announces there is no list in the Jeffrey Epstein files, dividing MAGA and fuelling conspiracy theories. Findings from the NT Coroners Inquest into the death Kumanjayi Walker. Superman movie sparks debate over it's perceived 'anti Israel propaganda'. Trumps tariffs threats on Australian pharmaceuticals. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

48 min

SMALL TALK: How Do I Change My Relationship With Money? With So Invested

Lets talk about a topic that many of us may find a little scary, money. The lovely Soph and Maddy from the So Invested Podcast open up about their own money journey, why we might feel uncomfortable or behind, our 'money type' and some practical tips and tricks we can use in the new financial year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

42 min

Sean 'Diddy' Combs Verdict, Alligator Alcatraz & Erin Patterson Guilty

Diddy has been acquitted of the most serious of charges; racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking. But the jury has found him guilty of transportation to engage in prostitution. What it means now that Trumps 'Big Beautiful Bill' has passed and the opening of Alligator Alcatraz. The jury, after 6 days of deliberation, has found Erin Patterson guilty on three counts of murder and one on attempted murder. A male childcare worker in Victoria has been charged with more than 70 crimes against children. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

47 min

SMALL TALK: Would You Send a 'Hey Girly' Message?

The dreaded Hey Girly message. If you don't know what that is, it's the decision to message a poor girl to let her know her partner has been caught out doing the wrong thing (cheating, on a dating app, flirting with others, done something in his past, been particularly rude). To receive one is the worst but to have to send one is equally terrifying. Would you send it? How would you react? Would you be thankful? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

34 min

Bezos Wedding, Glastonbury & Antoinette Lattouf Wins

Billionaire Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez 50 million dollar wedding creates an online stir from the guest list, styling choices and protests. The Federal Court rules that the ABC had unlawfully sacked journalist Antoinette Lattouf. Glastonbury festival in the UK feels particularly politically charged this year with many acts choosing to speak on Palestine. Zohran Mamdani wins the NYC mayoral election primary. Anna Wintour steps down as the editor in chief of Vogue after nearly 40 years. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

56 min

SMALL TALK: What Can We Learn From Attachment Styles? With Psychologist Rashida

Lets talk about the theory that helped catapult therapy speak and therapytok into the online mainstream - attachment styles. Today I am joined by Rashida Dungarwalla the founder and Principal Psychologist of Flow State Space - which is a psychology practice in Surry Hills, Sydney. We chat about the origins of the theory, the different styles and the limitations of putting too much down to ones attachment style. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

37 min

BIG TALK: The Salem Witch Trials PART TWO

In part two we discuss how the legal trials took place, which 'witch tests' the court used, why this went unchecked and how long it took until people began to express their remorse and how this has been reflected on in history. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

44 min

US Bombs Iran, Mushroom Trial & JB Standing On Business

US bombs Iran to wipe out potential nuclear weaponry, Trump declares ceasefire. The trial of Erin Patterson, the poison mushroom lady, nears its end. New Australian tax reform announcement. Justin and Hailey Bieber divorce rumours amidst bizarre string of Instagram posts, captions and viral paparazzi moment. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

54 min

SMALL TALK: Which 'Wellness' Trends Are Actually Toxic? With Laura Henshaw

I am very excited to have the gorgeous Laura Henshaw, co-founder and CEO of KIC app and co-host of KICPOD, as the Small Talk guest this week! We first have to discuss the very exciting news of her pregnancy and how she is feeling after her series 'Do I Want Kids?'. But the crux of todays episode is actually to pick Laura's brain on all the different 'wellness' trends that I am being bombarded with online - from #diettok to #skinnytok to gut health. How do we know which ones are toxic? What is the effect of these trends? TULA DRINKS (my friends adorable looking, delicious, non-alcoholic drinks brand that we're sipping on!) Use the code SMALLTALK for one month free when you sign up to Kic on a monthly subscription at www.kicapp.com. Available for new and returning users only. Expires September 30th, 2025. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

58 min

BIG TALK: The Salem Witch Trials PART ONE

We know this one is a little different and certainly not something the was hitting he headlines in our lifetime! However, the Witch Trials are a fascinating part of history that is continually referred to and remains relevant to our modern day and continually experiences resurgences in our pop culture. So in part one, we look at the origins of witches, what led to the Salem witch trials, who the 'afflicted' girls were and who were among the first to be accused. We also see parallels to our modern day in the way women and minorities were targeted and conservatism weaponised. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

40 min

ICE Raids, Sabrina Carpenter & Iran

Another huge week in the news. An update on the ICE raids, deployment of the national guard, protests and curfew enforced in LA. Sabrina Carpenters new album cover creates massive online controversy. Israel launched multiple strikes across Iran and they have now responded with further attacks. Australian influencer Indy Clinton hires a private investigator to find the anonymous trolls who have been attacking her online. Trump administration puts AUKUS under review. Call Her Daddy host, Alex Cooper, reveals in new documentary that she was sexually assaulted by her college Soccer Coach for years. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

57 min

SMALL TALK: What's The Best Friendship Advice? With Two Broke Chicks

Today I am joined by Two Broke Chicks to chat all things friendship. We get messages every week asking us for advice on how to make friends as an adult, when to know you've outgrown a friendship, remaining friends with exes and how to have tough conversations with friends. So who better to reach out to than best friend duo, Al and Sal, the authors of the book 'Finding Your People'! Finding Your People Two Broke Chicks See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

45 min

Sydney Sweeney's Bathwater, Musk Breaks Up With Trump & Greta Thunberg on Freedom Flotilla

BIG episode this week! Sydney Sweeney's decision to release a soap that has her actual bathwater in it has sparked debate over if she has 'set feminism back decades'. Elon Musk and Trump are in the midst of a messy break up, meanwhile an Australian journalist is purposefully shot by police with rubber bullet during LA protests. Judge dismisses Justin Baldoni's $400 million dollar countersuit to Blake Lively. Israel seizes Gaza aid ship, the Freedom Flotilla, carrying Greta Thunberg and other prominent figures. White Lotus stars Aimee Lou Wood and Walton Goggins give Variety an interview to put feud rumours to rest. An Australian study reveals 2 out 3 men have committed intimate partner violence. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

55 min

SMALL TALK: Have You Heard About Instagram Face? With Lucinda Price (aka Froomes)

Comedian, performer and author of best selling book 'All I Ever Wanted Was To be Hot' (yes, correct title!!) joins me in studio to discuss cosmetic surgeries and the latest online phenomenon, 'instagram face', as inspired by this fantastic New Yorker article. Check out Lucinda's book HERE and her socials HERESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

43 min

BIG TALK: The Catholic Church Cover Up of Child Sexual Abuse PART TWO

In part two we look at the ripple effect of the Bostons Globes articles across the US and how the church reacted. We then shifted to looking at the global impact, particularly in Ireland. Then the response in Australia, the royal commission, it's findings and how this is relevant today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

34 min

Taylor Swift Owns Masters, Gas Project Approved & Booktok

Taylor Swift has successfully regained control of her music, ending the feud that inspired her re-recordings and the era tour. Labor government green lights a major gas project until 2070. ELF cosmetics purchases Hailey's makeup and skincare brand 'Rhode' for US 1 Billion. Harvard and Trump's legal confrontation intensifies, Elon Musk insinuates fall out and announces resignation from the White House. A first nations man dies in Police custody in the Northern Territory. Plus, a Q+A on the debate over Luke Bateman's book deal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

54 min

SMALL TALK: Are Age Gap Relationships Wrong? With GSpot

In this episode I am joined by Georgia Grace (otherwise known as GSpot) who is a certified sex and relationships therapist to talk all about the taboo topic of age gap relationships! Is it fair to judge age gap relationships? What makes it acceptable/unacceptable? Have new movies like Baby Girl changed perspectives? How does attraction play into this? For more of Georgia's incredible insights and expertise, follow her here! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

39 min

BIG TALK: The Catholic Church Cover Up of Child Sexual Abuse PART ONE

In this months Big Talk series we take a look at the incredible 'spotlight' journalists at the Boston Globe who back in 2003 uncovered the systemic cover up of child sexual abuse at the hands of thousands of priests world wide. In part one, we explain at the structure of the Catholic church as well as it's resources and wealth. Then, we look into the first priest uncovered, John Geoghan. We delve into exactly how the church moved him around and he 'rehab' centres they sent him to. Then, the actual investigation and the obstacles the journalists faced. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

46 min

Hailey Bieber's Vogue Cover, Gaza & Lorde

Despite Hailey Bieber making the cover of Vogue, her husband Justin Bieber's comments online steal the headlines. An update on the Liberal and National party break up. Lorde is the cover star for Rolling Stone, talking about her new album, coming off contraceptive and her gender. Prime Minister Albanese speaks on Gaza. Chris Hughes and Jojo Siwa confirm romance. NSW GP's to now diagnose ADHD. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Episodes

BIG TALK: The Mabo Case PART ONE

Epstein's List, SWAG album & Superman Movie

SMALL TALK: How Do I Change My Relationship With Money? With So Invested

Sean 'Diddy' Combs Verdict, Alligator Alcatraz & Erin Patterson Guilty

SMALL TALK: Would You Send a 'Hey Girly' Message?

Bezos Wedding, Glastonbury & Antoinette Lattouf Wins

SMALL TALK: What Can We Learn From Attachment Styles? With Psychologist Rashida

BIG TALK: The Salem Witch Trials PART TWO

US Bombs Iran, Mushroom Trial & JB Standing On Business

SMALL TALK: Which 'Wellness' Trends Are Actually Toxic? With Laura Henshaw

BIG TALK: The Salem Witch Trials PART ONE

ICE Raids, Sabrina Carpenter & Iran

SMALL TALK: What's The Best Friendship Advice? With Two Broke Chicks

Sydney Sweeney's Bathwater, Musk Breaks Up With Trump & Greta Thunberg on Freedom Flotilla

SMALL TALK: Have You Heard About Instagram Face? With Lucinda Price (aka Froomes)

BIG TALK: The Catholic Church Cover Up of Child Sexual Abuse PART TWO

Taylor Swift Owns Masters, Gas Project Approved & Booktok

SMALL TALK: Are Age Gap Relationships Wrong? With GSpot

BIG TALK: The Catholic Church Cover Up of Child Sexual Abuse PART ONE

Hailey Bieber's Vogue Cover, Gaza & Lorde

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Episodes

BIG TALK: The Mabo Case PART ONE

Epstein's List, SWAG album & Superman Movie

SMALL TALK: How Do I Change My Relationship With Money? With So Invested

Sean 'Diddy' Combs Verdict, Alligator Alcatraz & Erin Patterson Guilty

SMALL TALK: Would You Send a 'Hey Girly' Message?

Bezos Wedding, Glastonbury & Antoinette Lattouf Wins

SMALL TALK: What Can We Learn From Attachment Styles? With Psychologist Rashida

BIG TALK: The Salem Witch Trials PART TWO

US Bombs Iran, Mushroom Trial & JB Standing On Business

SMALL TALK: Which 'Wellness' Trends Are Actually Toxic? With Laura Henshaw

BIG TALK: The Salem Witch Trials PART ONE

ICE Raids, Sabrina Carpenter & Iran

SMALL TALK: What's The Best Friendship Advice? With Two Broke Chicks

Sydney Sweeney's Bathwater, Musk Breaks Up With Trump & Greta Thunberg on Freedom Flotilla

SMALL TALK: Have You Heard About Instagram Face? With Lucinda Price (aka Froomes)

BIG TALK: The Catholic Church Cover Up of Child Sexual Abuse PART TWO

Taylor Swift Owns Masters, Gas Project Approved & Booktok

SMALL TALK: Are Age Gap Relationships Wrong? With GSpot

BIG TALK: The Catholic Church Cover Up of Child Sexual Abuse PART ONE

Hailey Bieber's Vogue Cover, Gaza & Lorde

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