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Big Small Talk

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Gaza
Taylor Swift
Kate Middleton
US Abortion Laws
Nicki Minaj
Tiktok
Super Bowl
Alan Jones
Prince Harry
Megan Thee Stallion
Sam Kerr
Brittany Higgins
Matt Rife
Bruce Lehrmann
Kathleen Folbig
Jeffrey Epstein
Scott Morrison
Grammys
Alexei Navalny
Julian Assange

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 Tues... more

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Our first episode with LISTNR and in the new studios with new artwork! Thank you to everyone for all your support so far, we're so excited for what's to come.

In this episode we discuss the social media ban for under 16s comes into effect tomorrow... more

This week on Small Talk, Hannah is back in the guest seat to have one of our favourite yearly yaps: the biggest lessons 2026 handed us.

From the (mostly) work-related wake-up calls we didn’t see coming, to friendship lessons to relationship realis... more

In Part Two, we hit the breaking point of 1975: the Senate blocks supply, the government runs out of money, and the Governor-General makes the most dramatic intervention in Australian political history. We unpack Whitlam’s iconic dismissal speech, wh... more

This week we cover Donald Trump’s chaotic meet-and-greet energy with Zohran Mamdani,  the “piggy” moment and the Epstein Files to be released. We then cover the ARIA awards and Olivia Dean calling out Ticketmaster. We discuss the UN approving Trump’s... more

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Recent Guests

Jack Toohey
Content creator and author
Authored 'Better Things Are Possible'
Episode: SMALL TALK: Where Are The Male Role Models? With Jack Toohey
Phoebe Saintalin
Founder of Missing Perspectives, a media company and published author
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Episode: SMALL TALK: Who Helps Run the World (But Never Gets the Credit)? With Phoebe Saintalin
Chantelle Otten
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Episode: SMALL TALK: What Are The Rules For Dating This Summer? With Chantelle Otten
Sophie Gilbert
Author of "Girl on Girl" and writer for The Atlantic, finalist for the Pulitzer Prize in Criticism, and winner of the National Magazine Award for Reviews and Criticism in 2024.
The Atlantic
Episode: SMALL TALK: Why Do We Yearn So Much For Girlhood? With Sophie Gilbert
Anisa Nandaula
Stand-up comedian, former slam poetry champion, and current Gen Z captain for Talkin About Your Generation.
Talkin About Your Generation
Episode: SMALL TALK: Have You Ever Been Called Too Much? With Anisa Nandaula
Dominique Elissa
Model, founder of Self Dom, Pilates instructor, and gratitude coach
Self Dom
Episode: SMALL TALK: Why Is Gratitude So Hard — And So Powerful? With Dom Elissa
Camilla Freeman-Topper
Co-founder and Creative Director of Camilla and Marc
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Episode: Ovaries. Let's Talk About Them: With Camilla Freeman-Topper
Kriti Gupta
Freelance media and content creator, discusses feminism and choice feminism
Episode: SMALL TALK: Is Feminism About Choice? With Kriti Gupta
Allison Williams
Incredible actress, known for her roles in 'Girls,' 'Get Out,' and 'Megan.'
Films and Television
Episode: SMALL TALK: How Do Hollywood Movies Influence Our Politics? With Allison Williams

Hosts

Sarah
Co-host and prominent voice on social issues and pop culture.
Hannah
Co-host with a focus on detailed political analysis and cultural commentary.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 4.2k ratings
  • Intelligence and thoughtfulness for Gen Y

    Love these ladies. The right balance of politics and pop culture with Gen Y flavour. Just a note for the story on free birth death. Home birth is different to Free birth - which is without any medical support - and what Stacey chose and what Emily supports. The info on home birth is not a match. There is no research on Free birth complications and death. :)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jam Topping
    Australiaa month ago
  • So important for all ages

    Myf + peri/menopause 🙌 thank you 🙏

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cwwww098765
    Australiaa month ago
  • Fan

    Love hearing Hannah’s view on anything.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ms.smortion
    Australia2 months ago
  • SLAYIN QWEENNNNZ

    Wait weekly for big small talk eppppp!!! My girlfriend and I llloooooooooovvvvvveeeeeeeeeee!!!!!!1

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Oyalolive
    Australia2 months ago
  • Give it a break

    What a couple of self entitled know all know nothing immature little girls

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    Narella 1
    Australia2 months ago

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Overall, the hosts' relatability and the broad sweep of topics discussed keep audiences engaged and looking forward to new episodes.
Listeners appreciate the intelligent and humorous dynamic between the hosts, often praising their insightful takes on a range of topics.
Some express disappointment over factual inaccuracies and a desire for deeper research in pop culture segments, indicating a blend of high expectations for content quality.

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Spotify
#70
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Spotify
#12
Australia/News
Spotify
#89
Australia/Trending
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#70
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#12
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#116
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SMALL TALK: Who Helps Run the World (But Never Gets the Credit)? With Phoebe Saintalin
Q: What are your thoughts for Biden and Trump?
Trump seems unmanageable, while Biden is heavily managed by his team, which suggests a significant level of control over political narratives.
SMALL TALK: Who Helps Run the World (But Never Gets the Credit)? With Phoebe Saintalin
Q: Did you want to be a chief of staff before writing this book?
It was my dream job, but I only really learnt about it when I was working in Canberra at Prime Minister and Cabinet.
SMALL TALK: Should We Want Celebrities Political Opinions? With Shit You Should Care About
Q: Should we expect our celebrities that we love to get political?
Yes, but it's complicated. With celebrity status comes influence, and while they may not need to be our sources of news, their silence can sometimes feel pointed when they have the platform to speak up.
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Q: Is the US government still in lockdown?
Yes, it is, Jim. This is day 27.
SMALL TALK: Why Aren't We Talking About Menopause? With Myf Warhurst
Q: What did you discover about menopause during the documentary?
I discovered a lot of shocking truths about the symptoms and the lack of medical training regarding menopause.

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What is Big Small Talk about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The episodes provide a unique blend of political discourse and pop culture commentary, appealing to listeners who want to stay informed about serious issues while enjoying lighter social topics. The program features discussions on pivotal political events, like the Whitlam Dismissal and significant contemporary news stories related to political figures, intertwined with cultural conversations around trends, mental health, and personal anecdotes. Its format includes segments for deeper critical analysis of current events and trends, complemented by insightful interviews with guests, contributing to a broader understanding of how different aspects of society connect and influence one another. The engaging mix of thought-provoking discussions ... more

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1. Jack Toohey
2. Phoebe Saintalin
3. Chantelle Otten
4. Sophie Gilbert
5. Anisa Nandaula
6. Dominique Elissa
7. Camilla Freeman-Topper
8. Kriti Gupta

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