Big Small Talk: 5 PM Tuesdays
So you want to know what’s happening in parliament, but you also want to know the latest in pop culture? Good, as you should.
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Let’s talk about cheating and the rise of the term ‘microcheating’. Microcheating, by definition, is everything that is uncomfortable or disrespectful without actually crossing the line into physical cheating.
We want to explore if this new tik tok term is just a rebrand of ‘boundaries’ and ‘emotional cheating’. Also, why do we put so much emphasis on cheating when usually it’s the behaviours leading up to that which are just as hurtful?
Let us know what topics you would like us to talk about next on bigsmalltalk_pod or in the comment section
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32:49
The Oscars, Zelenskyy v Trump & Katy Perry Goes To Space
It's time to recap the Oscars - who won, who hosted, who was snubbed and what's making headlines. The world reacts to Trump and JD Vance's tense and immature conduct when dealing with Ukraine's Prime Minister, Zelenskyy. The absurd AI video advertising 'Trump's Gaza' and decision to aid Andrew Tate. Katy Perry is going to Space thanks to Jeff Bezos. Radio talent Marty Sheargold fired over sexist commentary. ASIO warns about upcoming election interference concerns and Michelle Trachtenberg found dead at 39.
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49:34
SMALL TALK: Is Sibling Order Theory Real?
Are we the way we are because of the order we were born into? That is the popular theory we want to discuss today.
Are we classic eldest daughters? Have we been parentified? What about middle children? Or if there’s a big age gap? Or if your sibling needs extra attention?
But it doesn’t end there! What about if sibling order theory could help us decide who we’re compatible with in dating?
We could honestly talk about this for days.
Let us know what topics you would like us to talk about next on bigsmalltalk_pod or in the comment section
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37:13
BIG TALK: Did Schapelle Corby Do It? PART TWO
In part two, we look at how Schapelle coped after her verdict, her prison conditions, the media scrutiny on her family, the mental toll it took and where is now.
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31:23
Rihanna New Music, Ukraine War 3 Years On & Kayla Itsines Backlash
Fitness mogul and influencer Kayla Itsines faces backlash for the irony of her criticising the ‘sexualisation’ of the industry.
Today marks 3 years since Russia invaded Ukraine, Trump has backlipped on his support and is in talks with Putin.
Rihanna does a rare interview with Harpers Bazaar, opening up about her plans for new music, her businesses and motherhood. Meanwhile, her husband A$AP Rocky is found not guilty.
Spanish Football coach Luis Rubiales is found guilty of sexual assault.
The Hollywood Reporter faces criticism for its illustration of Blake Lively on their recent cover, as well as Ryan Reynolds for his joke at the SNL 50.
Big Small Talk: 5 PM Tuesdays
So you want to know what’s happening in parliament, but you also want to know the latest in pop culture? Good, as you should.
From the front page to your newsfeeds, no story is too serious, stale, funny or frivolous. Because, if you haven’t realised, loving pop culture doesn’t mean you don’t understand politics.
Knowing all your shit? That’s hot. New Episodes 5pm Tuesday.
Small Talk: 6 AM Thursdays
It might not be tangible news but each week there’s something in the cultural zeitgeist that gets us all talking. We want to unpack these frivolous conversations, from new trends to relationship theories to life advice.
In an age of never-ending small talk, we want to examine how these collective thoughts affect the way we see the world. We may even reach out to a few friends and experts to weigh in.
Big Talk: Wednesday 6 AM - Last Two Weeks of Every Month
Over the past few decades, there have been news headlines so shocking that we still hear and feel their impact, such as Roe V Wade, Monica Lewinsky, Epstein, Mabo and Hillsong.
Don’t you think it’s about time you knew all the important and salacious details about the real stories that have happened that shaped our world today? Come on, I know you’re curious.
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