It’s the topic that’s dominating home pages across the country... should you have babies in your 40s? Are women unnecessarily living in fertility fear or do we need to have real, honest conversations about aged eggs? Plus, Prince George started school but isn’t allowed to have a best friend. Cruel, or kind? And the new iPhone is about to be released, but is it worth your dollars or should we all need to stop queuing up around the block for every update?

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Your host is Holly Wainwright with Mia Freedman and Jessie Stephens

Your producer and editor is Elissa Ratliff

The Director of Podcasts is Rachel Corbett

Jessie recommends Crabtree & Evelyn's Espresso & Lavender scrub. 

Leave us a message on the Podcast phone: 02 8999 9386 or join the conversation on the Facebook page: Mamamia Out Loud

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It&rsquo;s the topic that&rsquo;s dominating home pages across the country... should you have babies in your 40s? Are women unnecessarily living in fertility fear or do we need to have real, honest conversations about aged eggs? Plus, Prince George started school but isn&rsquo;t allowed to have a best friend. Cruel, or kind? And the new iPhone is about to be released, but is it worth your dollars or should we all need to stop queuing up around the block for every update?
Want to buy a ticket to our live show? <a href="https://giantdwarf.com.au/events/mamamia/">Click this way...</a>
<h2>Show notes</h2>
Your host is Holly Wainwright with Mia Freedman and Jessie Stephens
Your producer and editor is Elissa Ratliff
The Director of Podcasts is Rachel Corbett
Jessie recommends Crabtree &amp; Evelyn's Espresso &amp; Lavender scrub.&nbsp;
Leave us a message on the Podcast phone: 02 8999 9386 or join the conversation on the Facebook page: Mamamia Out Loud
And if you can spare a second, leave a review and rating in iTunes; it helps us massively.
This episode of Mamamia Out Loud is brought to you by&nbsp;The Natural Chip Company. 
&nbsp;

Smart, often silly and sometimes surprising. Absolutely everything is up for discussion: from pop culture to politics, body image to motherhood, feminism to fashion. Join Mia Freedman, Holly Wainwright and Jessie Stephens as they dissect the news and issues of the week.

Smart, often silly and sometimes surprising. Absolutely everything is up for discussion: from pop culture to politics, body image to motherhood, feminism to fashion. Join Mia Freedman, Holly Wainwright and Jessie Stephens as they dissect the news and issues of the week.

A weekly podcast that's smart, often silly and sometimes surprising.

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Two 40-Year-Old Eggs Walk Into A Bar

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A woman's real-time meltdown is top of the Australian TV ratings... again. So why has even The Block got a side of cheating scandal? 

Also, what happened to our Sundays? We unpack how meal-prepping has become a badge of honour. 

And, Anna Kendrick has donated millions of dollars to an anti-violence charity, but why does it feel a bit... wrong? We discuss "The Blake Lively Effect". 

What To Listen To Next: 
Listen to our latest episode: The Worst Decade Of Your Life 
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Executive Producer: Ruth Devine

Senior Producer: Emeline Gazilas

Audio Production: Leah Porges

Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

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A woman's real-time meltdown is top of the Australian TV ratings... again. So why has even The Block got a side of cheating scandal? 
Also, what happened to our Sundays? We unpack how meal-prepping has become a badge of honour. 
And, Anna Kendrick has donated millions of dollars to an anti-violence charity, but why does it feel a bit... wrong? We discuss "The Blake Lively Effect". 
What To Listen To Next: 
<ul>
<li>Listen to our latest episode: <a href="https://www.mamamia.com.au/podcasts/mamamia-out-loud/happiest-and-unhappiest-decades">The Worst Decade Of Your Life </a></li>
<li>Listen: <a href="https://www.mamamia.com.au/podcasts/mamamia-out-loud/jackie-o-addiction">The Jackie O Story We All Got Wrong</a></li>
<li>Listen: <a href="https://www.mamamia.com.au/podcasts/mamamia-out-loud/donald-trump-new-york-rally/?utm_source=shownotes&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=mmol">Michelle Obama, JLo &amp; Bad Bunny Have Entered The Election Chat</a></li>
<li>Listen: <a href="https://www.mamamia.com.au/podcasts/mamamia-out-loud/relationship-and-friendship-icks/?utm_source=shownotes&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=mmol">We’ve Got The Ick</a><a href="https://www.mamamia.com.au/podcasts/mamamia-out-loud/grid-zero-social-media"></a><a href="https://www.mamamia.com.au/podcasts/true-crime-conversations/"></a></li>
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What to Read: 
<ul>
<li>Read: <a href="https://www.mamamia.com.au/the-block-2024-gossip/">Exactly what Brad said to Mimi as Kylie slept, and all The Block gossip in one place.</a><a href="https://www.mamamia.com.au/mia-freedman-rosacea/?utm_source=shownotes&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=mmol"></a><a href="https://www.mamamia.com.au/holly-wainwright-menopause/"></a></li>
<li>Read: '<a href="https://www.mamamia.com.au/the-block-2024-drama">The Block just had to use the rage-bait treatment to survive.'</a></li>
<li>Read:<a href="https://www.mamamia.com.au/errol-musk/"> Errol Musk started looking after his stepdaughter when she was four. Now they have two kids together.</a></li>
</ul>
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CREDITS:
Hosts: Holly Wainwright, Mia Freedman &amp; Jessie Stephens 
Executive Producer: Ruth Devine
Senior Producer: Emeline Gazilas
Audio Production: Leah Porges
Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

The Block Dramala

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Writer and activist, Africa Brooke, used to call people out on the internet all the time  because this is what the culture wars told her she needed to do. 

Until one day - she suddenly stopped.

In 2021, Africa wrote an open letter and posted it online. She called it: “Why I’m Leaving the Cult of Wokeness” and it immediately went viral. The letter changed her life, but not in the way she expected it to.

So what did she write in that letter? And how did she become unafraid? Was she cancelled?

In this bold and timely interview - Africa Brooke and Mia Freedman discuss the pressures, expectations and risks of living in the Age of Intolerance.

You can find out more about Africa Brooke here.

You can follow Africa on Instagram here.

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CREDITS:


Host: Mia Freedman

You can find Mia on Instagram here and get her newsletter here.

Executive Producer: Naima Brown

Audio Producer: Thom Lion


Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

Writer and activist, Africa Brooke, used to call people out on the internet all the time  because this is what the culture wars told her she needed to do. 
Until one day - she suddenly stopped. 
In 2021, Africa wrote an open letter and posted it online. She called it: “Why I’m Leaving the Cult of Wokeness” and it immediately went viral. The letter changed her life, but not in the way she expected it to. 
So what did she write in that letter? And how did she become unafraid? Was she cancelled?
In this bold and timely interview - Africa Brooke and Mia Freedman discuss the pressures, expectations and risks of living in the Age of Intolerance.
You can find out more about Africa Brooke <a href="https://africabrooke.com/">here</a>.
You can follow Africa on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/africabrooke/?hl=en">here</a>.
THE END BITS:
<a href="https://www.mamamia.com.au/podcasts/mamamia-out-loud/">Listen to the latest episode of Mamamia Out Loud</a>
Listen to more No Filter interviews <a href="https://www.mamamia.com.au/podcasts/no-filter/">here</a> and follow us on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nofiltermamamia/">here.</a>
Listen to Mamamia’s satirical podcast, Cancelled, <a href="https://podfollow.com/cancelled-1">here</a>. Discover<a href="https://www.mamamia.com.au/podcasts/" data-stringify-link="https://www.mamamia.com.au/podcasts/" data-sk="tooltip_parent"> more Mamamia podcasts here</a>. Feedback: <a href="mailto:podcast@mamamia.com.au" data-stringify-link="mailto:podcast@mamamia.com.au" data-sk="tooltip_parent" aria-haspopup="menu">podcast@mamamia.com.au</a> Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! <a href="https://help.mamamia.com.au/en-US/send-a-podcast-voice-note-467960" data-stringify-link="https://help.mamamia.com.au/en-US/send-a-podcast-voice-note-467960" data-sk="tooltip_parent">Send us a voice message</a>, and one of our Podcast Producers will get back to you ASAP. Rate or review us on Apple by clicking on the three dots in the top right-hand corner, click Go To Show then scroll down to the bottom of the page, click on the stars at the bottom and write a review.  
CREDITS: 
Host: Mia Freedman
You can find Mia on<a href="https://www.instagram.com/miafreedman/?hl=en"> Instagram here</a> and get her<a href="https://miafreedman.substack.com/"> newsletter here.</a>
Executive Producer: Naima Brown
Audio Producer: Thom Lion 
Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

From Mia: Why Africa Brooke Left The Cult Of Wokeness

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What are officially the happiest and least happy decades of our lives, and why is that whole question a crock? We discuss with a sprinkle of advice from the guru herself... Jennifer Aniston.

Plus, recommendations for your weekend and beyond, including the book that might finally change Holly's life. Em Vernem has something to help you do your hair, and Mia’s got a whole list for you. Brace yourselves. 

And, a Gwyneth update, a workplace dilemma, and the time a creepy crawly rudely ruined a daily ritual—we wrap up the week with best and worst.

What To Listen To Next: 
Listen to our latest episode: Michelle Obama, JLo & Bad Bunny Have Entered The Election Chat
Listen: We’ve Got The Ick
Listen: Mia's Only Fans Account Dilemma
Listen: The Jackie O Story We All Got Wrong
Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts 

Recommendations: 

Holly wants you to listen to / read Meditations for Mortals By Oliver Burkeman

Em wants you to try the VS Sassoon Unbound Cord and Cordless Curler

Mia wants you to read Out of the Box: A one-stop guide to navigating neurodivergence By Rebecca Sparrow & Madonna King

Mia wants you to read Long Island Compromise By Taffy Brodesser-Akner

Mia wants you to listen / read From Here to the Great Unknown: A Memoir By Lisa Marie Presley & Riley Keough 

Mia wants you to check out The Freckled Froge toys 

The End Bits: 

Sign up to the Mamamia Out Loud Newsletter for all our recommendations and behind-the-scenes content in one place. 

Join the Month of MOVE

Get $30 off a Mamamia subscription and get unlimited access to our feel-good exercise app. Head here to get a yearly subscription for just $39. 

What to Read: 
Read: MIA FREEDMAN: '3 things my dermatologist just told me about rosacea.'
Read: HOLLY WAINWRIGHT: 'For me, sobbing in a tent was the first sign.'

GET IN TOUCH:

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CREDITS:

Hosts: Holly Wainwright, Jessie Stephens & Em Vernem

Executive Producer: Ruth Devine

Senior Producer: Emeline Gazilas

Audio Production: Leah Porges

Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

<a href="https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribe/?utm_source=shownotes&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=mmol">Subscribe to Mamamia</a>
What are officially the happiest and least happy decades of our lives, and why is that whole question a crock? We discuss with a sprinkle of advice from the guru herself... Jennifer Aniston.
Plus, recommendations for your weekend and beyond, including the book that might finally change Holly's life. Em Vernem has something to help you do your hair, and Mia’s got a whole list for you. Brace yourselves. 
And, a Gwyneth update, a workplace dilemma, and the time a creepy crawly rudely ruined a daily ritual—we wrap up the week with best and worst.
What To Listen To Next: 
<ul>
<li>Listen to our latest episode: <a href="https://www.mamamia.com.au/podcasts/mamamia-out-loud/donald-trump-new-york-rally/?utm_source=shownotes&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=mmol">Michelle Obama, JLo &amp; Bad Bunny Have Entered The Election Chat</a></li>
<li>Listen: <a href="https://www.mamamia.com.au/podcasts/mamamia-out-loud/relationship-and-friendship-icks/?utm_source=shownotes&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=mmol">We’ve Got The Ick</a><a href="https://www.mamamia.com.au/podcasts/mamamia-out-loud/grid-zero-social-media"></a><a href="https://www.mamamia.com.au/podcasts/true-crime-conversations/"></a></li>
<li>Listen: <a href="https://www.mamamia.com.au/podcasts/mamamia-out-loud/menendez-brothers">Mia's Only Fans Account Dilemma</a></li>
<li>Listen: <a href="https://www.mamamia.com.au/podcasts/mamamia-out-loud/jackie-o-addiction">The Jackie O Story We All Got Wrong</a></li>
<li><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/au/channel/mamamia/id6442502456?ign-itscg=80085&amp;ign-itsct=pod_cha_mamam332_NA">Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts </a></li>
</ul>
Recommendations: 
Holly wants you to listen to / read <a href="https://go.skimresources.com?id=53410X1291869&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com.au%2FMeditations-Mortals-embrace-limitations-counts-ebook%2Fdp%2FB0CTX589P5">Meditations for Mortals By Oliver Burkeman</a>
Em wants you to try the <a href="https://go.skimresources.com?id=53410X1291869&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bigw.com.au%2Fproduct%2Fvs-sassoon-unbound-cordless-auto-curler%2Fp%2F120635%3Fsrsltid%3DAfmBOooU1JlavDedxHngPw60svw3SvGAAK99kR4kPNqJW7HTerE1VHOM">VS Sassoon Unbound Cord and Cordless Curler</a>
Mia wants you to read<a href="https://go.skimresources.com?id=53410X1291869&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.dymocks.com.au%2Fbook%2Fout-of-the-box-by-madonna-king-and-rebecca-sparrow-9780702268779"> Out of the Box: A one-stop guide to navigating neurodivergence By Rebecca Sparrow &amp; Madonna King</a>
Mia wants you to read <a href="https://go.skimresources.com?id=53410X1291869&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com.au%2FLong-Island-Compromise-Taffy-Brodesser-Akner-ebook%2Fdp%2FB08F2BKJQ2">Long Island Compromise By Taffy Brodesser-Akner</a>
Mia wants you to listen / read <a href="https://go.skimresources.com?id=53410X1291869&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com.au%2FHere-Great-Memoir-Autobiography%2Fdp%2F1035051052">From Here to the Great Unknown: A Memoir By Lisa Marie Presley &amp; Riley Keough </a>
Mia wants you to check out <a href="https://www.freckledfrog.com.au/product-category/small-world-imaginative-play-toys-for-toddlers-australia/wooden-baby-toys-australia/">The Freckled Froge toys </a>
The End Bits: 
Sign up to the <a href="https://mamamiaoutloud.substack.com/">Mamamia Out Loud Newsletter </a>for all our recommendations and behind-the-scenes content in one place. 
Join the Month of MOVE
Get $30 off a Mamamia subscription and get unlimited access to our feel-good exercise app.<a href="https://move.mamamia.com.au/?utm_source=shownotes&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=mmol&amp;code=MONTHOFOUTLOUD"> Head here to get a yearly subscription for just $39. </a>
What to Read: 
<ul>
<li>Read: <a href="https://www.mamamia.com.au/mia-freedman-rosacea/?utm_source=shownotes&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=mmol">MIA FREEDMAN: '3 things my dermatologist just told me about rosacea.'</a><a href="https://www.mamamia.com.au/aspyn-ovard-divorce-drama"></a></li>
<li>Read: <a href="https://www.mamamia.com.au/holly-wainwright-menopause/">HOLLY WAINWRIGHT: 'For me, sobbing in a tent was the first sign.'</a></li>
</ul>
GET IN TOUCH:
Feedback? We’re listening. Send us an email at <a href="mailto:outloud@mamamia.com.au">outloud@mamamia.com.au</a>
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CREDITS:
Hosts: Holly Wainwright, Jessie Stephens &amp; Em Vernem
Executive Producer: Ruth Devine
Senior Producer: Emeline Gazilas
Audio Production: Leah Porges
Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

The Worst Decade Of Your Life

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