You might be wondering if November is too early to put up your Christmas decorations. According to some experts, the answer is no! 

Whether it's a tree in your living room, a wreath on your door, gingerbread houses in your kitchen, garlands around your fireplace, or tinsel around your tables, science tells us it can actually make you happier. 

In this episode of The Quicky, we find out why some of us love to get into the Christmas spirit as early as possible and what effect it can have on our moods. 

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Executive Producer: Kally Borg

Audio Producer: Thom Lion

You might be wondering if November is too early to put up your Christmas decorations. According to some experts, the answer is no! 
Whether it's a tree in your living room, a wreath on your door, gingerbread houses in your kitchen, garlands around your fireplace, or tinsel around your tables, science tells us it can actually make you happier. 
In this episode of The Quicky, we find out why some of us love to get into the Christmas spirit as early as possible and what effect it can have on our moods. 
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CREDITS 
Host: Claire Murphy
With thanks to: 
Carly Dober - Director, Australian Association of Psychologists
Song "I Still Get Excited For Christmas" By Jessica Braithwaite <a href="https://shorturl.at/tJOQ5" data-stringify-link="https://shorturl.at/tJOQ5" data-sk="tooltip_parent">https://shorturl.at/tJOQ5</a>
Producer: Claire Murphy
Executive Producer: Kally Borg
Audio Producer: Thom Lion

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

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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.

Too Early For Christmas Decos? Psychologists Say It's Good For You

If you’ve seen Rebel Wilson’s name back in the headlines and felt confused about her latest legal fight, you’re not alone.

What started with an Instagram story has snowballed into a blockbuster legal battle in the NSW Supreme Court. At the heart of the case is a dispute between the Hollywood star and the lead actress, Charlotte MacInnes, in her directorial debut The Deb; over allegations of sexual harassment and a shared bath that have now led to a serious defamation claim.

Today, we go inside the courtroom to explain whose accused who of what.

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The man alleged to have attempted to assassinate Donald Trump took a mirror selfie moments before the attack
Amyl and the Sniffers have won Song of the Year and Song Writer of the Year at the APRAs
The latest royal photo has revealed a new family member for the Prince and Princess of Wales

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If you&rsquo;ve seen Rebel Wilson&rsquo;s name back in the headlines and felt confused about her latest legal fight, you&rsquo;re not alone.
What started with an Instagram story has snowballed into a blockbuster legal battle in the NSW Supreme Court. At the heart of the case is a dispute between the Hollywood star and the lead actress, Charlotte MacInnes, in her directorial debut The Deb; over allegations of sexual harassment and a shared bath that have now led to a serious defamation claim.
Today, we go inside the courtroom to explain whose accused who of what.
🗞️ HEADLINES
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">NT Police are calling on those who may know where alleged abductor Jefferson Lewis is to come forward as 5yo Sharon Granites remains missing</li>
<li aria-level="1">The man alleged to have attempted to assassinate Donald Trump took a mirror selfie moments before the attack</li>
<li aria-level="1">Amyl and the Sniffers have won Song of the Year and Song Writer of the Year at the APRAs</li>
<li aria-level="1">The latest royal photo has revealed a new family member for the Prince and Princess of Wales</li>
</ul>
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Audio Producer: Scott Stronach
Group&nbsp;Executive Producer:&nbsp;Ilaria Brophy
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Why Is Rebel Wilson In Court This Week?

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Australia’s annual inflation rose to 4.6% in March, its highest in two-and-a-half years
An outback community is "holding its breath" and praying for the safe return of a five-year-old girl
Thousands of parents will need new childcare after G8 Education announced it will close 40 centres, about 10% of its network, affecting families across its 395 locations.
On the second day of the defamation trial, Rebel Wilson was accused in court of dumping her mobile phone to avoid handing over key text messages, an allegation her legal team disputes
Sam Neill says he is now cancer-free after undergoing CAR T-cell therapy

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<ul>
<li aria-level="1">
Australia&rsquo;s annual inflation rose to 4.6% in March, its highest in two-and-a-half years
</li>
<li aria-level="1">An outback community is "holding its breath" and praying for the safe return of a five-year-old girl</li>
<li aria-level="1">Thousands of parents will need new childcare after G8 Education announced it will close 40 centres, about 10% of its network, affecting families across its 395 locations.</li>
<li aria-level="1">On the second day of the defamation trial, Rebel Wilson was accused in court of dumping her mobile phone to avoid handing over key text messages, an allegation her legal team disputes</li>
<li aria-level="1">Sam Neill says he is now cancer-free after undergoing CAR T-cell therapy</li>
</ul>
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HEADLINES: Police Believe Missing 5yo Is Still Alive & Sam Neill Is Cancer Free

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Are we seeing happily ever after or taxi cab theory happening right before our eyes?

The news that Harry Styles had popped the question to Zoe Kravitz took the world by surprise this week, we unpack the celeb coupling with our Pop Culture and Social Editor Tina Burke, about why this is all happening so fast and whether the theory from Sex And The City, that a man is only willing to settle down once his light is on, is the case in this surprise engagement.

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The man accused of planning a terror attack on Taylor Swift's Vienna shows has pleaded guilty

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Guest: Tina Burke - Mamamia's Pop Culture and Social Editor 

Audio Producer: Scott Stronach

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Are we seeing happily ever after or taxi cab theory happening right before our eyes?
The news that Harry Styles had popped the question to Zoe Kravitz took the world by surprise this week, we unpack the celeb coupling with our Pop Culture and Social Editor Tina Burke, about why this is all happening so fast and whether the theory from Sex And The City, that a man is only willing to settle down once his light is on, is the case in this surprise engagement.
🗞️ HEADLINES
<ul>
<li>Rebel Wilson is set to take the stand for a second day amid defamation accusations</li>
<li aria-level="1">The UAE has quit OPEC</li>
<li aria-level="1">The Trumps have welcomed King Charles and Queen Camilla to the White House</li>
<li aria-level="1">Jimmy Kimmel apologised to the Trumps but not for the joke about Melania</li>
<li aria-level="1">The man accused of planning a terror attack on Taylor Swift's Vienna shows has pleaded guilty</li>
</ul>
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Hosts: Claire Murphy
Guest: Tina Burke - Mamamia's Pop Culture and Social Editor&nbsp;
Audio Producer: Scott Stronach
Group&nbsp;Executive Producer:&nbsp;Ilaria Brophy
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King Charles and Queen Camilla Take America & The Styles-Kravitz Engagement Unpacked 

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Too Early For Christmas Decos? Psychologists Say It's Good For You

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