We have a new Australian of the Year, and she’s literally trained to leave the planet. 

Astronaut and space engineer Katherine Bennell-Pegg has made history as the first person to qualify as an astronaut under the Australian flag.

Today we sit down with Katherine to celebrate her already impressive career, and find out what the next 12 months as Australian of the Year look like ahead. 

And in headlines today, Police are investigating after a potential explosive device was thrown into the crowd at an invasion day rally in Perth; Scorching heatwave conditions continue to grip Victoria, SA and parts of NSW, keeping authorities on high alert; Israel has ‍retrieved the remains of the last remaining hostage held ​in the Gaza Strip; Video of ICE shooting victim Alex Pretti show him giving tribute to veteran; Raper Kanye West has issued an apology for years of erratic behaviour and antisemitic rants claiming it was due to bipolar disorder

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Guest: Katherine Bennell-Pegg, Australian of the Year 2026

Audio Producer: Lu Hill 

Group Executive Producer: Ilaria Brophy

We have a new Australian of the Year, and she&rsquo;s literally trained to leave the planet.&nbsp;
Astronaut and space engineer&nbsp;Katherine Bennell-Pegg has made history as the first person to qualify as an astronaut under the Australian flag.
Today we sit down with Katherine to celebrate her already impressive career, and find out what the next 12 months as Australian of the Year look like ahead.&nbsp;
And in headlines today, Police are investigating after a potential explosive device was thrown into the crowd at an invasion day rally in Perth; Scorching heatwave conditions continue to grip Victoria, SA and parts of NSW, keeping authorities on high alert; Israel has &zwj;retrieved the remains of the last remaining hostage held ​in the Gaza Strip; Video of ICE shooting victim Alex Pretti show him giving tribute to veteran; Raper Kanye West has issued an apology for years of erratic behaviour and antisemitic rants claiming it was due to bipolar disorder
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Guest:&nbsp;Katherine Bennell-Pegg, Australian of the Year 2026
Audio Producer:&nbsp;Lu Hill&nbsp;
Group Executive Producer: Ilaria Brophy

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.

The Quicky

A daily news podcast that gets you up to speed on everything happening in the world. Hosted by journalist Claire Murphy. 

A daily news podcast that gets you up to speed on everything happening in the world. Hosted by journalist Claire Murphy.&nbsp;

The Quicky by Mamamia

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.

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.

Minnesota ICE Crisis & The Rise of Australia’s First Astronaut Katherine Bennell-Pegg

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Eight years ago, they were the world’s most famous newlyweds visiting our shores as senior working royals. This week, Harry and Meghan have touched down in Australia for a four-day visit that looks very different.

From charitable engagements to a high-priced wellness retreat; the Duke and Duchess of Sussex are walking a fine line between charity and commerce. But with reports that Aussie taxpayers are footing a hefty security bill despite the trip being 'private', is the public sentiment starting to sour?

We're joined by Mamamia Out Loud host and royal expert Holly Wainwright to decode the 'quasi-royal' tour, the impending arrival of Meghan’s lifestyle brand As Ever, and whether Australians actually care about the ex-royals anymore.

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Israel and Lebanon have held face-to-face peace talks in Washington 
Australian rents are rising at their fastest pace in years, with prices jumping 2.1% in 2026
A 4.5-magnitude earthquake struck near Orange in central-west NSW
Walt Disney’s new CEO, Josh D'Amaro, has announced he is cutting about 1,000 jobs
Taylor Swift is set to break her own record at the 2026 American Music Awards

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Hosts: Taylah Strano & Tahli Blackman

Guest: Holly Wainwright, Mamamia Out Loud host

Audio Producer: Scott Stronach

Group Executive Producer: Ilaria Brophy

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Eight years ago, they were the world&rsquo;s most famous newlyweds visiting our shores as senior working royals. This week, Harry and Meghan have touched down in Australia for a four-day visit that looks very different.
From charitable engagements to a high-priced wellness retreat; the Duke and Duchess of Sussex are walking a fine line between charity and commerce. But with reports that Aussie taxpayers are footing a hefty security bill despite the trip being 'private', is the public sentiment starting to sour?
We're joined by Mamamia Out Loud host and royal expert Holly Wainwright to decode the 'quasi-royal' tour, the impending arrival of Meghan&rsquo;s lifestyle brand As Ever, and whether Australians actually care about the ex-royals anymore.
🗞️ HEADLINES
<ul>
<li>Israel and Lebanon have held face-to-face peace talks in Washington&nbsp;</li>
<li>Australian rents are rising at their fastest pace in years, with prices jumping 2.1% in 2026</li>
<li>A 4.5-magnitude earthquake struck near Orange in central-west NSW</li>
<li>Walt Disney&rsquo;s new CEO, Josh D'Amaro, has announced he is cutting about 1,000 jobs</li>
<li>Taylor Swift is set to break her own record at the 2026 American Music Awards</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;📩 GET IN TOUCH
Got a story, news tip-off, feedback or dilemma?
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🎙️ CREDITS
Hosts:&nbsp;Taylah Strano &amp; Tahli Blackman
Guest: Holly Wainwright, Mamamia Out Loud host
Audio Producer: Scott Stronach
Group&nbsp;Executive Producer:&nbsp;Ilaria Brophy
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The Truth About Harry & Meghan’s 'Tour' Down Under

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🗞️ HEADLINES
Qantas cuts domestic flight capacity as fuel costs could blow out
Backlash on social media criticising the appointment of the first woman to lead the Australian army has been described as "despicable"
Roblox will introduce restricted accounts for under-16s in June
Lena Dunham reveals Adam Driver’s temper in new memoir Famesick

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🎤 Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au

🎙️ CREDITS

Host: Grace Rouvray

Audio Producer: Scott Stronach

Group Executive Producer: Ilaria Brophy

Support independent women's media

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🗞️ HEADLINES
<ul>
<li>Qantas cuts domestic flight capacity as fuel costs could blow out</li>
<li>Backlash on social media criticising the appointment of the first woman to lead the Australian army has been described as "despicable"</li>
<li>Roblox will introduce restricted accounts for under-16s in June</li>
<li>Lena Dunham reveals Adam Driver&rsquo;s temper in new memoir Famesick</li>
</ul>
📩 GET IN TOUCH
Got a story, news tip-off, feedback or dilemma?
🎤&nbsp;<a href="https://help.mamamia.com.au/en-US/send-a-podcast-voice-note-467960">Send us a voice note</a> or email us at <a href="mailto:thequicky@mamamia.com.au">thequicky@mamamia.com.au</a>
🎙️ CREDITS
Host: Grace Rouvray
Audio Producer: Scott Stronach
Group Executive Producer:&nbsp;Ilaria Brophy
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Mamamia acknowledges the traditional owners of the land on which we have recorded this podcast.

Fuel Crisis Hits Qantas & Lena Dunham Opens Up on GIRLS Co-Star

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If you grew up with Dolly magazine, woke up with Today, or unwound with The Project, Lisa Wilkinson has likely been the voice in the room for most of your life. After one of the most turbulent chapters of her career and a high-profile legal battle, Lisa has stepped away from the cameras to uncover a story lost to time.

We’re sitting down with the media veteran to discuss her new book, The Titanic Story of Evelyn, which follows the extraordinary life of Evelyn Marsden; the only Australian-born survivor of the Titanic. Lisa reveals how she pieced together this '10,000 piece jigsaw puzzle' to tell a tale of heroism through a female lens.

Plus, Lisa opens up about her 'new chapter' after television, the reality of 'rowing against the tide' in the Australian media landscape, and whether she’s got another big story under her hat.

You can order your copy of The Titanic Story of Evelyn here

🗞️ HEADLINES
Harry and Meghan have touched down in Australia
The Trump Administration's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz has begun
Donald Trump slams the Pope for criticising the war in Iran, Leo says he's not afraid to speak out
Angus Taylor will outline the opposition's hardline migration policy today
Looksmaxxer influencer Clavicular has walked out on an Australian 60 minutes interview

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Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy 

Guest: Lisa Wilkinson, Journalist & Author 

Group Executive Producer: Ilaria Brophy

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Mamamia acknowledges the traditional owners of the land on which we have recorded this podcast.

If you grew up with Dolly magazine, woke up with Today, or unwound with The Project, Lisa Wilkinson has likely been the voice in the room for most of your life. After one of the most turbulent chapters of her career and a high-profile legal battle, Lisa has stepped away from the cameras to uncover a story lost to time.
We&rsquo;re sitting down with the media veteran to discuss her new book, The Titanic Story of Evelyn, which follows the extraordinary life of Evelyn Marsden; the only Australian-born survivor of the Titanic. Lisa reveals how she pieced together this '10,000 piece jigsaw puzzle' to tell a tale of heroism through a female lens.
Plus, Lisa opens up about her 'new chapter' after television, the reality of 'rowing against the tide' in the Australian media landscape, and whether she&rsquo;s got another big story under her hat.
<a href="https://www.hachette.com.au/lisa-wilkinson/the-titanic-story-of-evelyn">You can order your copy of The Titanic Story of Evelyn here</a>
🗞️ HEADLINES
<ul>
<li>Harry and Meghan have touched down in Australia</li>
<li>The Trump Administration's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz has begun</li>
<li>Donald Trump slams the Pope for criticising the war in Iran, Leo says he's not afraid to speak out</li>
<li>Angus Taylor will outline the opposition's hardline migration policy today</li>
<li>Looksmaxxer influencer Clavicular has walked out on an Australian 60 minutes interview</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;📩 GET IN TOUCH
Got a story, news tip-off, feedback or dilemma?
<a href="https://help.mamamia.com.au/en-US/send-a-podcast-voice-note-467960">Send us a voice note</a> or email us at <a href="mailto:thequicky@mamamia.com.au">thequicky@mamamia.com.au</a>
🎙️ CREDITS
Hosts:&nbsp;Taylah Strano &amp; Claire Murphy&nbsp;
Guest: Lisa Wilkinson, Journalist &amp; Author&nbsp;
Group&nbsp;Executive Producer:&nbsp;Ilaria Brophy
<a href="https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribe/?utm_source=shownotes&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=quicky">Support independent women's media</a>
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Did you know some of our shows are now in video on the Apple Podcast app? Make sure your phone is up to date and <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/au/channel/mamamia/id6442502456">check it out here!</a>
Mamamia acknowledges the traditional owners of the land on which we have recorded this podcast.

Lisa Wilkinson On Life After TV, Legal Battles & The Story She Had To Tell

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/3ea926be-9be7-482a-8ac3-a44f016e43d1/clips/7eadcacc-ef76-4050-8050-b42a01749ba6/transcript

Minnesota ICE Crisis & The Rise of Australia’s First Astronaut Katherine Bennell-Pegg

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