From Jodie Foster to Nicole Kidman, Gen X actresses are dominating this year's awards season with some of their most compelling performances yet.

Today we find out just how these powerhouse women in their 50s and 60s are breaking Hollywood's age barrier, taking on complex leading roles that go far beyond the typical 'aging matriarch' stereotype.

Plus, we investigate the industry shifts making this change possible, and what it means for the future of women in film.

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Executive Producer: Taylah Strano 

Audio Producers: Lu Hill 

From Jodie Foster to Nicole Kidman, Gen X actresses are dominating this year's awards season with some of their most compelling performances yet.
Today we find out just how these powerhouse women in their 50s and 60s are breaking Hollywood's age barrier, taking on complex leading roles that go far beyond the typical 'aging matriarch' stereotype.
Plus, we investigate the industry shifts making this change possible, and what it means for the future of women in film.
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Audio Producers:&nbsp;Lu Hill&nbsp;

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

The Quicky is Mamamia's twice daily podcast that gets you up to speed on the top stories, then dives deeper on one topic you want to know more about. It’s a show that helps you cut through the noise and tells you exactly what you need to know today.

It’s what women are talking about today. Interesting stories. Intelligent conversation. Minus the shock and horror. 

The Quicky is Mamamia's twice daily podcast that gets you up to speed on the top stories, then dives deeper on one topic you want to know more about. It’s a show that helps you cut through the noise and tells you exactly what you need to know today.
It’s what women are talking about today. Interesting stories. Intelligent conversation. Minus the shock and horror.

No Longer Their Last F**kable Day; Gen X Women Shaking Up Awards Season

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Former pilot Greg Lynn has successfully appealed his 2024 murder conviction for the death of camper Carol Clay, with the Victorian Court of Appeal ordering a fresh trial; The Trump administration has unveiled new, mandatory requirements for tourists entering the US from 42 visa-exempt countries, including the UK, France, and Australia; Australians spent big at the altar of rock gods AC/DC and Oasis, continuing a run of strong household spending that will add to the Reserve Bank's concerns over inflation; And Australia's most complained about ads for 2025 have been revealed, with sex, nudity, violence, and health and safety ranking as the top community concerns among 5,000 complaints assessed by the watchdog.

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Host/Producer: Gemma Donahoe 

Audio Production: Lu Hill

Former pilot Greg Lynn has successfully appealed his 2024 murder conviction for the death of camper Carol Clay, with the Victorian Court of Appeal ordering a fresh trial; The Trump administration has unveiled new, mandatory requirements for tourists entering the US from 42 visa-exempt countries, including the UK, France, and Australia; Australians spent big at the altar of rock gods AC/DC and Oasis, continuing a run of strong household spending that will add to the Reserve Bank's concerns over inflation; And Australia's most complained about ads for 2025 have been revealed, with sex, nudity, violence, and health and safety ranking as the top community concerns among 5,000 complaints assessed by the watchdog.
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Audio Production: Lu Hill

Greg Lynn's Murder Conviction Overturned On Appeal & 2025's Most Complained About Ads

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With Christmas just two weeks away, a cherished holiday tradition is fading... the handwritten letter to Santa.

We look at the history of the letter to Santa, from its humble beginnings to now.

Plus, we get an exclusive report straight from the North Pole with an industry insider about what the big man in red is seeing this year!

And in headlines today, Australia has recorded its largest number of Indigenous deaths in custody in over 40 years; Aryna Sabalenka is adamant her 'battle of the sexes'-style exhibition clash with Nick Kyrgios isn't going to prove a meaningless gimmick that damages women's sport; Author Sophie Kinsella, known for her bestselling Shopaholic books that were adapted into a movie starring Aussie Isa Fisher, has died at the age of 55; The Duchess of Sussex has finally been able to make contact with her estranged father Thomas Markle in hospital

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Guests: Fr. Christmas

Audio Producer: Lu Hill 

With Christmas just two weeks away, a cherished holiday tradition is fading... the handwritten letter to Santa.
We look at the history of the letter to Santa, from its humble beginnings to now.
Plus, we get an exclusive report straight from the North Pole with an industry insider about what the big man in red is seeing this year!
And in headlines today, Australia has recorded its largest number of Indigenous deaths in custody in over 40 years; Aryna Sabalenka is adamant her 'battle of the sexes'-style exhibition clash with Nick Kyrgios isn't going to prove a meaningless gimmick that damages women's sport; Author Sophie Kinsella, known for her bestselling Shopaholic books that were adapted into a movie starring Aussie Isa Fisher, has died at the age of 55; The Duchess of Sussex has finally been able to make contact with her estranged father Thomas Markle in hospital
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Guests:&nbsp;Fr. Christmas
Audio Producer:&nbsp;Lu Hill&nbsp;

Our National Shame & Santa Drops By To Save A Lost Christmas Tradition 

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A woman found dead in a car outside a NSW police station has been identified; Nine women were killed and at least ten others injured when Nigerian soldiers reportedly opened fire on a protest in Adamawa state; A new UN Women report shows that over two-thirds of female journalists, activists, and human rights defenders have experienced online abuse; Communications Minister Anika Wells has accepted that her taxpayer-funded travel claims have prompted a “gut reaction” from the public; Australian comedian Julian Woods has been named as one of four main suspects in a Bali police investigation into alleged pornographic activity. 

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Host/Producer: Tahli Blackman

Audio Production: Lu Hill

A woman found dead in a car outside a NSW police station has been identified; Nine women were killed and at least ten others injured when Nigerian soldiers reportedly opened fire on a protest in Adamawa state; A new UN Women report shows that over two-thirds of female journalists, activists, and human rights defenders have experienced online abuse; Communications Minister Anika Wells has accepted that her taxpayer-funded travel claims have prompted a &ldquo;gut reaction&rdquo; from the public;&nbsp;Australian comedian Julian Woods has been named as one of four main suspects in a Bali police investigation into alleged pornographic activity.&nbsp;
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Host/Producer: Tahli Blackman
Audio Production: Lu Hill

Aussie Comedian Caught Up In Bonnie Blue Bali Saga 

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No Longer Their Last F**kable Day; Gen X Women Shaking Up Awards Season

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