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News about two Australian teenagers who died from methanol poisoning while travelling in Laos has sent shockwaves through the country.  With holidays right around the corner, and many people preparing to head overseas, how do we make sure this doesn't happen to ourselves or our loved one?  THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Liked this episode? Listen to these: What To Do When A Loved One Dies On Holidays Millennials Are In Menopause And They're Not Going Quietly The Rise Of The Spicy Read: Your Mum's Mills & Boon Were Nothing Like This Join the Month of MOVEGet $30 off a Mamamia subscription and get unlimited access to our feel-good exercise app. Head here to get a yearly subscription for just $39.  GET IN TOUCH Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at [email protected] CREDITS Host: Claire Murphy With thanks to:  Becky Coy, methanol poisoning victim Dr Brad McKay, General Practitioner, Author, Podcast Host and Medical Commentator Executive Producer: Taylah Strano  Audio Producers: Tegan Sadler Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Families of the two Aussie teens who died from methanol poisoning in Laos call on financial support to bring the girls remains home; Local Bishop joins calls to bring the remaining Bali Nine prisoners to Australia; Mental health experts divided as social media ban bill enters parliament; Australia's most decorated Olympian announces her retirement.  The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media Join the Month of MOVEGet $30 off a Mamamia subscription and get unlimited access to our feel-good exercise app. Head here to get a yearly subscription for just $39. CREDITS  Host/Producer: Taylah Strano Audio Producer: Tegan SadlerBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We don't mean to alarm you... but Christmas is one month away. As the era of cozzie livs rages on, we've been looking at how to get the most bang for our buck this holiday season.  From gifting to food and how to set yourself up for next year, The Quicky is here to help! THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Liked this episode? Check these out: Kelly & Leigh’s Ultimate Black Friday Sales Checklist The Psychology Of Sales: How To Beat That Red And White Tag A running tally of all the best Black Friday deals to add to your cart now. As a beauty editor, these are the 11 products I'm picking up in the Black Friday sales. All the non-boring Christmas presents under $50. Join the Month of MOVEGet $30 off a Mamamia subscription and get unlimited access to our feel-good exercise app. Head here to get a yearly subscription for just $39.  GET IN TOUCH Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at [email protected] CREDITS Host: Claire Murphy With thanks to:  Steph De Souza aka 'The Frugal Foodie', Food Creator & Cookbook Author Mel Browne, former Accountant and Financial Adviser Executive Producer: Taylah Strano  Audio Producers: Tegan Sadler Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kath Koschel had just achieved her dream of playing cricket professionally, when a terrible on-pitch injury meant she lost the use of her legs. That was the beginning of a series of events that you truly have to hear to believe. But this isn't a story about tragedy. It about resilience, vulnerability and ultimately, kindness. This is Kath Koschel's extraordinary story. Follow No Filter THE END BITS: With thanks to Kath Koschel. Learn more about The Kindness Factory here  Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Join the Month of MOVEGet $30 off a Mamamia subscription and get unlimited access to our feel-good exercise app. Head here to get a yearly subscription for just $39.  GET IN TOUCH Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at [email protected] CREDITS: Host: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Elissa Ratliff Assistant Producer: Emmeline Peterson Audio Producer: Madeline Joannou Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.