A single golden statue is yet to be handed out at the 97th Academy Awards, but Hollywood's biggest night is already drowning in controversy.

From AI-enhanced performances raising ethical questions to celebrities' problematic social media histories being unearthed, and heated debates about representation, this year's ceremony has divided the entertainment industry like never before.

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A single golden statue is yet to be handed out at the 97th Academy Awards, but Hollywood's biggest night is already drowning in controversy.
From AI-enhanced performances raising ethical questions to celebrities' problematic social media histories being unearthed, and heated debates about representation, this year's ceremony has divided the entertainment industry like never before.
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Hosts: Taylah Strano &amp; Claire Murphy
Guests:&nbsp;Tina Burke, Mamamia's Entertainment Editor&nbsp; Executive Producer: Taylah Strano&nbsp;
Audio Producer: 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

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.

Why 2025 Is The Most Controversial Oscars Of All Time

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Former Prime Minister and Treasurer Paul Keating has come to the defence of tax changes in the federal budget
Elon Musk's X Corp fined $650K over child abuse notice failure
Penny Wong has joined the global condemnation of an Israeli minister who taunted activists
Laser hair removal device triggers airport evacuation
A photographer has been charged after allegedly stealing camera equipment from a Bondi Beach massacre victim
Several of Matthew Perry's personal items have been put up for auction 

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Group Executive Producer: Ilaria Brophy

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<li>Former Prime Minister and Treasurer Paul Keating has come to the defence of tax changes in the federal budget</li>
<li>Elon Musk's X Corp fined $650K over child abuse notice failure</li>
<li>Penny Wong has joined the global condemnation of an Israeli minister who taunted activists</li>
<li>Laser hair removal device triggers airport evacuation</li>
<li>A photographer has been charged after allegedly stealing camera equipment from a Bondi Beach massacre victim</li>
<li>Several of Matthew Perry's personal items have been put up for auction&nbsp;</li>
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Audio Producer:&nbsp;Scott Stronach
Group&nbsp;Executive Producer:&nbsp;Ilaria Brophy
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HEADLINES: Laser Hair Scare & Musk's X Fined For Breaking Australian Child Safety Law

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Bondi terror attack hero allegedly being extorted by own family
One Australian capital has topped a global list of most liveable cities
NRL community in shock as young player forced to retire following motor neurone disease diagnosis 
New research shows large amount of food waste comes from incorrect customer orders
There's a new parenting trend dubbed the antidote to perfect parenting
Police increase reward to $1million for information on 30 year cold case murder
Wikipedia founder says AI could make our lives better, but is still too unreliable 
A Melbourne teenager has become the youngest Aussie to summit Mt Everest 
Spotify has split opinions with its temporary rebranded logo for 20th anniversary 
Stephen Colbert reflects on late night TV tenure as he prepares for final show 
Cher celebrates milestone 80th birthday

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<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Bondi terror attack hero allegedly being extorted by own family</li>
<li aria-level="1">One Australian capital has topped a global list of most liveable cities</li>
<li aria-level="1">NRL community in shock as young player forced to retire following motor neurone disease diagnosis&nbsp;</li>
<li aria-level="1">New research shows large amount of food waste comes from incorrect customer orders</li>
<li aria-level="1">There's a new parenting trend dubbed the antidote to perfect parenting</li>
<li aria-level="1">Police increase reward to $1million for information on 30 year cold case murder</li>
<li aria-level="1">Wikipedia founder says AI could make our lives better, but is still too unreliable&nbsp;</li>
<li aria-level="1">A Melbourne teenager has become the youngest Aussie to summit Mt Everest&nbsp;</li>
<li aria-level="1">Spotify has split opinions with its temporary rebranded logo for 20th anniversary&nbsp;</li>
<li aria-level="1">Stephen Colbert reflects on late night TV tenure as he prepares for final show&nbsp;</li>
<li aria-level="1">Cher celebrates milestone 80th birthday</li>
</ul>
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Group&nbsp;Executive Producer:&nbsp;Ilaria Brophy
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Extortion Threat For Bondi Terror Attack Hero & The Disco-Ball Icon That Broke Our Brains 

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Anthony Albanese rules out help for the second 'ISIS bride' group
eSafety Commission cracks down on AI-powered 'nudifying' service
Queensland expected to deliver less than a quarter of the hotel rooms needed for the 2032 Olympics, new analysis shows
Scientists identify two humpback whales that made record-breaking journeys between Australia and Brazil
Kylie Minogue reveals second secret cancer battle in 2021

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Host: Ailish Delaney

Audio Producer: Scott Stronach

Group Executive Producer: Ilaria Brophy

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🗞️ HEADLINES
<ul>
<li>
Anthony Albanese rules out help for the second 'ISIS bride' group
</li>
<li>eSafety Commission cracks down on AI-powered 'nudifying' service</li>
<li>Queensland expected to deliver less than a quarter of the hotel rooms needed for the 2032 Olympics, new analysis shows</li>
<li>Scientists identify two humpback whales that made record-breaking journeys between Australia and Brazil</li>
<li>Kylie Minogue reveals second secret cancer battle in 2021</li>
</ul>
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🎙️ CREDITS
Host: Ailish Delaney
Audio Producer:&nbsp;Scott Stronach
Group&nbsp;Executive Producer:&nbsp;Ilaria Brophy
New Mamamia subscribers get $40 off &mdash; $20 off an annual membership and $20 off your TWOOBS order. <a href="https://www.mamamia.com.au/twoobs-discount-code/?utm_source=shownotes&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=discounts&amp;utm_content=twoobs-ron">Click here to subscribe</a>. Already a subscriber? <a href="https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscriber-hub/exclusive-offers/">Click here for your $20 TWOOBS discount code</a>. T&amp;C's apply.
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HEADLINES: PM Rules Out Help For ISIS Brides & Kylie Minogue’s Secret Cancer Battle

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Why 2025 Is The Most Controversial Oscars Of All Time

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