The High Low
Created by British journalists Dolly Alderton and Pandora Sykes, The High Low is a news and pop culture podcast, covering everything from politics (the high brow) to Love Island (the low brow). Pandora and Dolly’s friendship, witty back and forth banter and quirks make The High Low an unmissable weekly listen.
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After Work Drinks
Our gal Isabelle Truman and her journo bestie Grace O’Neill debrief on the week’s most topical topics, over a glass of pinot noir. They’re not afraid to tackle the big issues: the #MeToo anniversary, female anger and Blake Lively’s power suits. Listening to their podcast is like catching up with the girls over a bottle of wine or three – except you can do it at 7:00am on a Monday on your way to work. Even better.
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Who Asked Her
Papua New Guinea’s first feminist podcast is a fascinating listen. Covering everything from cultural appropriation to toxic masculinity, host Elvina Ogil is starting important conversations about the issues that matter in the Pacific. When we spoke to her, Ogil said, “[The podcast] is about broadening our view of Papua New Guinean women.” Tune in for the interesting topics, stay for the intellectual banter.
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Three Dumplings
We’ve all (hopefully) seen Crazy, Rich, Asians but what about what it’s like to be an everyday (potentially not as rich) Asian woman in 2018? Hosted by Hannah-Rose Yee, Peony Lim and Kit Lee, Three Dumplings covers everything from what it’s like being mixed race, to dating and of course, the best kind of dumplings.
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Shameless
Melbourne journalists Zara McDonald and Michelle Andrews call Shameless the podcast for ‘smart women who love dumb stuff.’ Covering everything Aussie women are (sometimes secretly) obsessed with, such as the Kardashians, The Bachelor and Justin Bieber, it’s no wonder Shameless has swiftly become one of the country’s most beloved weekly segments.
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All Aussie Mystery Hour
Who doesn’t love a good cold case? Even better when it’s being discussed by two hilarious Australian women – Melissa Mason and Josie Rozenberg-Clarke, who try to solve murders with zero qualifications to do so.
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KIC POD
Within 24 hours of releasing their first episode, Steph Claire Smith and Laura Henshaw, the Melbourne-based best friends behind cult fitness program Keep It Cleaner, have already topped the charts as the most popular podcast in the country. Covering all issues surrounding young women today - from health and wellness to friendships and relationships, KIC POD is (already) making waves worldwide - and for good reason.
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The Thinkergirls
Australia’s OG podcasters, Stacey June and Kristie Mercer have had millions of downloads since they launched The Thinkergirls in 2012. There's a reason for that: they're funny, original and willing to say what everyone else is thinking. Covering everything from pop culture to anxiety, the BFFs "find the funny in the f*cked."
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3.55 by Chanel
The chicest of all podcasts, 3.55 by Chanel is a deep dive inside the Chanel world. With episodes covering everything from iconic bags to celebrity red carpets, look out for Chanel-approved guests like Margot Robbie and Pharrell who have popped up as guests.
The Anti-Slavery Collective
Princess Eugenie announced that she and her fellow Anti-Slavery Collective co-founder, Julia de Boinville, were working on a podcast. The news came sandwiched in a longer IGTV video, posted on the Collective's Instagram feed, about the organisation's mission.
"This is a whole, much bigger, larger issue that’s a hidden crime," Eugenie said, explaining the forms that slavery takes in today's world. "It’s forced labor, forced marriage, domestic servitude. It’s people not being paid correctly. The Anti-Slavery Collective’s mission is to bring people together, because together we’re so much more powerful, and we can affect serious change. And if we can do that, and get people working on the same thing, sharing information, sharing what their best practices are, then we can make a real difference."
The new podcast will contribute to those efforts. "We’re developing a podcast with Freedom United, and we have a speaker series called Tech Tackles Trafficking," Eugenie explained.
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Fat Mascara
Filled with product recommendations, ethical beauty conversations and laughs galore, Fat Mascara is just like chatting with your closest girl friends.
Things You Can’t Ask Yer Mum
Hosted by Instagram influencers Lizzy Hadfield and Lindsey Holland, the pair chat through some of the controversial topics that you just can't ask your own mother, embarrassing or not. Best friends as well as hosts, their tears and laughter makes you feel at ease, as they answer questions from their followers and chat through our experiences of relationships, breakups, grief and friendships.
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Forever 35
Writers and hosts Doree Shafrir and Kate Spencer dive into the self-care practices that you usualy reserve for your friendship group chat. Forever35 favours everything from skincare—with an affinity for serums—to finding a great therapist and navigating the challenges that life holds.
With guests like beauty expert Caroline Hirons, their insightful conversations have garnered them a bountiful following, that can be seen through their successful Facebook group.
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The Guilty Feminist
Pantsuit Politics
Hosted by Sarah Stewart Holland and Beth Silvers, one from the right wing and the other from the left, have polite and informative discussions with each other, minus the shouting and insults.
My Favourite Murder
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At Home With Lily and Anna
At Home With is part ‘through the keyhole' and part having a chat on the couch with your closest friends. Hosted by online content creators Lily Pebbles and Anna Newton, the pair interview a wide range of guests in the comfort of their own home; from makeup artist Lisa Eldridge to Glamour editor Jo Elvin.
At Home With is all about cool women talking to other cool women, what could be better?
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Sooo Many White Guys
Considering that comedian and Broad City creator Ilana Glazer is not only her friend, but also an executive producer of the show, laughs are sure to be had.
Offline
Founded by digital leader Alison Rice, Offline is your go-to for raw and honest conversations about True Self with the leaders of various industries.
With influential guests like Pip Edwards, Gemma Watts and Anine Bing to name a few, each conversation is filled with open conversations and personal one-on-ones between Rice and her guest. Every interview makes you consider your own life, and is so intimate that it feels like you're right there with them.
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