The Undone
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When you’re in your 20s, everything feels complicated. Which is where The Undone comes in, a show about navigating the “adult” world without a GPS, friendship, love, sex, personal politics, and... air fryers. Meet Emily and Lucy. They work at Mamamia and they live together in the inner city. They spend their days trying to work out how to turn the oven on, why their dating lives are such garbage fires, and why sometimes their tiny daily struggles seem just as insurmountable as the world’s biggest problems. Every week on The Undone they’ll be sharing dating stories and talkin...
We've Got A Surprise For You...
Hi besties! I'm back in your ears with a mini dating diary confession AND some exciting news. We've got a brand new podcast for you. It's called Things You Didn't Learn In School and you can listen to it right now! Listen on Spotify here Listen on Apple here We learned a lot of things in school that we’ve never actually needed to know in real life. Meanwhile, important things like how to nail a job interview, how to do taxes, and whether buying or renting is a better financial option were conve
Introducing Fill My Cup
Ever wake up on a Sunday feeling a bit... sick about the week ahead? Ever wished you had a guide to help you shake it off and feel better? Fill My Cup is here for you. It's an overwhelm-fighting well-being show hosted by self-described witch Allira Potter that will give you practical tools to make your week that little bit better. Guided meditations that don’t make you giggle (or do, if that’s what’s needed), pep talks for those tricky moments you need an instant confidence boost, and lots of to
Bye B*tches! Farewelling The Undone
After 67 episodes (14 recorded from home) The Undone is coming to an end. In this final episode, Lucy and Em reminisce on some of their favourite memories, from the funniest to the most important. But don't worry, Lucy and Em aren't going anywhere. You can follow them on Instagram at @emilyvernem and @lucymneville to keep up with what they're up to. Thank you to all our listeners for tuning in every week, submitting dating diary stories and confessions, and being a part of the show. We'll miss y
Pegging, Vaginismus & An Important Announcement
'Pegging', Thanks to Married At First Sight (MAFS) is currently trending in google searches. But don't worry, we've got you sorted and we're going to save you that google search. So what is pegging and how do you start the conversation with a sexual partner around it? Also, Em gets vulnerable with us and shares more on her vaginismus PLUS a Dating Diary of her very own. Was Em 'love bombed?'. THE END BITS GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 89
A Guide To Sex On Your Period
When you're on your period, is sex off the table for you? Or are you extra horny? There should be no stigma around period sex, but it can be daunting. So, Lucy has put together a bunch of tips to make that time of the month extra pleasurable, as well as clear up some misconceptions. Also, Em and Lucy answer a listener dilemma from someone who's (smaller) friend called themselves 'fat' and wants them to understand why this hurt. PLUS we read a listener's Dating Diary about a drunken date that end
Ex-Boyfriends & Discriminatory Beauty Salons
This week we thought Lucy hijacked our confessions form (which you can submit to here). But it turns out the fear of running into your ex is so much more common than we thought.
And, a worthy and necessary tone shift: Em shares a story about famous Australian-Indian actor Pallavi Sharda's recent upsetting experience after being told by a hair removal salon that she had too much hair on her face and that the women working at the salon felt uncomfortable working on her. Em gives us tips 
A Beginners Guide To Dating Apps
Have you ever used a dating app? While a lot of us have, some people are just getting on them for the first time (or re-downloading them). Emily and guest host Emma Gillespie discuss how to create an authentic profile, the red flags to watch out for and what to expect from the people on them.
Also, guest host Emma NEEDS to talk about an article she read recently, written by an intern in New York who was pursued by a very famous man...and whether a relationship with such a huge power imbalance ca
Can I Date My Bestie's Brother?
Emily has brought her own Dating Dilemma to this episode of The Undone, after she matched with a friend's brother on a dating app. She wants to know, is it ever ok to date your bestie's brother, or is it asking for trouble?
Also, these days it's pretty standard procedure to split the bill after the first date. But considering that the wage gap in Australia still exists, and the cost that goes into going on a date if you're a woman- is that actually fair?
Plus we read a Dating Diary from someone
How To Fight With Your Friends
You've probably heard of your Love Language, but what about your Argument Style? According to this article, knowing how you argue could be the key to a happy relationship. Em and Luce break down the six styles PLUS how to have a healthy fight with the people in your life that you care about.
Also, according to TikTok, "Twee" is back (if you don't know what that is, think Peter Pan collars, bangs and moustaches on everything), but is there a dark side to this returning trend?
Plus, we read a
The Episode We Will Never Listen Back To
This holiday season we thought we'd treat you with a few bumper episodes of some of our most popular segments.
A few months ago we released an episode called When The Cringe Keeps You Up At Night, about those embarrassing moments that don't leave your brain. You loved our cringy stories so we thought we'd bring you a whole episode that'll have you wincing in second hand embarrassment.
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Would You Sleep With An Anti-Vaxxer?
Happy Holidays! This holiday season we thought we'd treat you with a few bumper episodes of some of our most popular segments.
It's the segment we get the most submissions, feedback and laughs from, Dating Diary! We get so many stories to our Anonymous Confession Form that we wanted to fill a whole show with your tragic, hilarious stories.
Em and Luce read stories about dates that end in anaphylactic shock, a gifted vibrator and explosive diarrhea (all different stories, thank god).
Plus, we rec
Is It Problematic To Prefer Tall Men?
Happy Holidays! This holiday season we thought we'd treat you with a few bumper episodes of some of our most popular segments. This episode, it's all about Em's unpopular opinions. We all know she loves dropping a controversial opinion, so she rounds up the ones that got the most heat online, plus a few of our listeners spicy thoughts. Also, we dive a little deeper on an unpopular opinion of a listener that it's problematic to prefer tall men for Dating Diary. THE END BITS GET IN TOUCH: Feedback
Why You Should Never Have Sex Without Feelings
Happy Holidays! It's almost Xmas so we thought we'd treat you with a few bumper episodes of some of our most popular segments. First up, Lucy's thoughtful (and admittedly unqualified) advice. We get tons of dilemmas from listeners, so we break down her most asked questions about body image, breaking up a share house, dropping out of uni, plus Em's most requested advice about dating with strict parents. Also, we answer a dilemma for Dating Diary from a listener who wants to have casual sex, but i
Why No One Should Date In December
Have you heard of No Date December? Probably not, because it's something Em made up. She refuses to date anyone in December because of something called 'Wedding Reception Syndrome'.
Plus, we look back at the year that was with The Undone Unwrapped, including how many listeners wrote in to tell us they had vomited on someone's penis (way too many).
And we read a Dating Diary from a listener who went on a date with her favourite musician and attempted to play it cool.
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Tis The Season To Get Dumped
In this episode with special guest host Emma Gillespie, Lucy and Emma break down the clues on someone's social media that they've been dumped, from the meaningful quote, to the hot selfie, to dying your hair blonde.
Plus, after such a rough year, we're focusing on Xmas gifts that cost little to no money, because who needs the added stress.
And Emma tells a dating diary about the time she got the ick mid-hookup that had Lucy rolling on the floor laughing, literally.
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The Dating Trends We Want To Leave In 2021
2021 is almost in the rear view mirror and we are not looking back. This year we've seen some dating trends we never want to encounter again, so Em breaks them down, from the ridiculous to the insidious. Plus, we all have some toxic traits when in relationships (except Em, apparently). Whether it's giving the silent treatment, starting a fight on purpose or asking a question you don't want the answer to, Lucy acknowledges her own and the ones our audience relate to the most. And Em reads a
The Post-Lockdown Dating Trend All Your Mates Will Complain About
How do you feel about dating post-lockdown? Most of us are excited to date, but also want to just spend time with our friends, and have also forgotten how to date properly and don't know what we want out of it. In other words, we're confused. Em has discovered a new dating trend she thinks sums up these feelings.
Plus, we need to discuss the dating PR campaign. It's when you tell your friends you're breaking up up with your partner, only to get back together, so you have to sell their good trait
Kendall Jenner Is Not Invited To My Wedding
Have you heard of Authority Anxiety? Maybe you haven't heard of it, but a lot of us have felt it. It's a very specific anxiety that many people feel when they talk to people like doctors, police, teachers and their boss, and we need to talk about it.
Plus, last week Kendall Jenner wore a dress to her bestie's wedding that really stole the stole. It infuriated Lucy so we have a chat about some other times it's not cool to take the attention away from a friend.
And we read a dating diary from a li
STI’s, Situationships & Scary Dates
Dating with an STI can be hard, but it's definitely not uncommon. This week, we explore the stigma related to STIs and get some advice from a listener who has been dating with her herpes diagnosis for 4 years, and speak to Dr Ginni Mansberg about how to make sure you're practicing safe sex.
Plus, Em breaks down the four stages of grieving a situationship, aka a relationship that never passed the casual stage.
And, for dating diary we read an anonymous confession from a listener who had a first d
Confession: We Have Main Character Energy
What’s the difference between Main Character Energy and Main Character Syndrome? And is it really a bad thing to have MCE?
Plus, Em is back to dating and has trusted her gut when it comes to deciding whether to continue seeing someone (well, kind of), and Lucy reads a dating diary story from a listener who had a bloody good one night stand at a festival.
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Help! I Hate My Friend's Boyfriend
It's our 50th episode! So we thought we'd answer one of the questions Emily and Lucy are asked most: how does having a sex and dating podcast affect your dating life?
Plus, we discuss a very common dilemma amongst our listeners; what if you don't like your friend's partner? It's not an easy situation to navigate but we have some advice. And we're joined by Will McMahon from KIIS FM's drive show, Will & Woody, to hear about his worst date ever (and it's a cracker).
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A Guide To Going Down (On Someone)
Our confessions form (which you can submit to here) has been overflowing with hilarious stories lately, and there's one type of experience that we keep getting over and over...people vomiting on d**ks. It's inspired us to release this bumper episode on all things oral sex.
Lucy tells us about her first experience giving head (if you can call it that), plus we read some of our audiences funniest stories, before giving some tips for going down on both penis and vulva owners, sans vomit.
Finally, E
You Can Have An Orgasm Without Touching Yourself
Have you heard of 'meditative orgasms'? They're orgasms you can achieve with your mind, without touching your genitals at all. Emily gave it a go and the results were, well, explosive. She describes exactly how to achieve this "12/10 experience".
Plus, a tweet about the weirdest thing we've gotten in trouble for at work had Em and Lucy laughing, and reflecting on times they've gotten in trouble (perhaps deservedly) in the workplace, and Em reads an anonymous dating story from a listener who saw
When Period Sex Goes Seriously Wrong
On the 11th of October, it's the International Day of The Girl, our favourite day of the year. To celebrate, Emily and Lucy chat about advice they'd give their younger selves, from "you've got this", to "don't dye your sideburns".
Plus, what does your phone's note app say about you? Some people use it for shopping lists, but some of us use it to draft break up messages, write down their manifestations, or pass on silent messages to people. Em breaks down the four types of people based upon their
There Are Two Types Of Friends
There are two types of friends, and Emily and Lucy are opposites. Emily believes in friendship minimalism; culling friends that don't spark joy. However Lucy disagrees, and reckons that friends from all walks of life can be valuable. Which one are you? Plus, we dissect the '75 HARD' challenge that has been making the rounds on TikTok for what it really is; disordered eating. Lucy opens up about her experience in this area, and why this challenge is more dangerous than it seems. And on Dating Dia
Have We Lost Our 20s To The Pandemic?
This week, we had a listener contact us about this feeling they had that this pandemic had stolen a huge part of their 20s, and we have to agree. Our 20s are meant to be a time of traveling, hooking up and making mistakes, so how do we reconcile the loss of that? And is there anything we've gained instead? Also, we bring you a bumper recommendation segment of all our favourite sex accessories, from lube, to lingerie, to glass dildos and something called a Drip Stick. Plus, we hear a listener con
How To Date (And Have Sex) Via FaceTime
Most of the country has been in lockdown for a while now, but we don't want to stop dating or having sex, so we're resorting to dating on FaceTime. But it can be daunting. Lucy dated her boyfriend for months via FaceTime before meeting, so has some tips for breaking the ice when you're separated by a screen, plus some virtual date ideas and ways to get freaky via your phone. We also discuss what happened when a prominent influencer and journalist posted an offensive story on her Instagram last w
The People We’ve Had To Unfollow
What makes you decide to hit that unfollow button on Instagram? With a certain big Australian influencer losing followers by the tens of thousands due to her anti-vax views, we thought we'd dive into what makes us switch off from wanting to see someone's content.
Plus, have you heard of the Girlboss? Well, she's dead. The girlboss was everywhere a few years ago, but after the fall of many high profile female CEOs, we're rejecting the girlboss for good.
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How Many Best Friends Can You Have, Really?
How many besties do you have? One, or a bunch? Emily is looking for her one true best friend, but Lucy reckons you can have as many as you want.
Plus, we discuss Instagram's move to get rid of it's 'swipe up' story feature for people with 10k+ followers and how it might (or might not) democratise the platform more, and we answer a listener confession from someone who is concerned that they haven't been in love by 22...
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A Very Grimy Dating Dilemma
Did you go through an 'awkward phase'? Usually between about 10 and 16, it might have involved questionable make up, clothes we thought were cool, and a stack of photos we wish we could bury. But young Gen Z kids seem to be skipping this phase altogether thanks to social media, and we're not sure that's a good thing. Plus, we discuss a feature on Tinder that asks people if they're sure before sending an abusive message, and Lucy and Em want to know if this is just protecting the wrong people, an
When First Dates Disappoint
Lucy reckons there's two types of people in lockdown: those who save and those who shop. If you are the latter you have probably made some great purchases, and not so great. Lucy and Em talk round up our listener's best and worst lockdown purchases so far.
Plus, we speak to Mamamia's Head of People and Culture, Nicolle Stuart, about exactly how to ask for a mental health day at work, and answer a listener dilemma from someone who can't seem to get past the first date.
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Tanya Hennessy's Worst Dates
On today's episode, Em and Lucy are joined by queen of the internet and hilarious human Tanya Hennessy, to tell us some of her worst dating stories, and they. Are. Wild. She also tells us about what it's like dating her younger partner, and gives some very practical advice to Em for meeting people on dating apps.
Plus, we discuss why this lockdown this year feels VERY different from last year.
Thanks to our guest, Tanya Hennessy.
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Help! I Can’t Orgasm Without A Vibrator
Chantelle Otten is one busy woman. Not only is she a psycho-sexologist and writer, she is also the host of Sealed Section, Mamamia's sex podcast where nothing is off limits. She joins us this episode to chat about how she became a sexologist, the problems she hears most often at her practice, and the one client that managed to surprise her. She also answers a few anonymous listener questions about vibrators, masturbating when you live with your parents, and being 'better' at sex. Also, can you g
Why Friendship Breakups Are Worse Than Romantic Ones
How many group chats are you in right now? According to Emily, there are 7 different types of people in the group chat (and they're not all good), and Lucy breaks down the chat etiquette rules.
Plus, lately we've received some dm's about friendship breakups, and how heartbreaking they can be. Em and Lucy discuss how to save a friendship, whether it's worth it and how to let go. And, our friend and colleague Maddie joins us to tell us about the date that literally changed her life, and it all sta
Everything We Wish Someone Told Us About Sex
Last week, Lucy asked her Instagram followers what they wished they could tell their younger selves about sex, and was inundated with responses. Some were funny, but all of them were telling about how damaging a lack of understanding and education about sex can be. Lucy and Em discuss some of the responses, and what they wish they'd known.
Plus, does your skin somehow get worse during lockdowns, despite wearing less makeup and using more skincare? You're not imagining it, it's called 'Isolation
BONUS: How Is My Body Your Business? Mahalia Handley On Body Dysmorphic Disorder
Mahalia Handley has a face you might recognise; she's an internationally regarded model who has has worked for some of the world's biggest brands, and she's also an activist who tirelessly campaigns for more diversity and inclusion in the modelling industry. But this interview is about something else: Body Dysmorphic Disorder. BDD is an illness that makes people who experience it incredibly anxious about perceived flaws in their appearance, and Mahalia is open and candid about her diagnosis and
The Three People Every Person Dates
It's week three of lockdown in Sydney (and a whole lot of other states around Australia) and we're still recording in blanket forts! It's been a tough time for a lot of people so Lucy and Em have collated some tips that make them feel good and get out of a slump, lockdown or not.
Also, we discuss dating safely when using apps; what are some red flags, where to meet and how to keep your friends in the loop at all time, plus for Dating Diary Em breaks down the three types of people you'll definite
A Hard Conversation Between Lucy And Em
Emily and Lucy are still in lockdown and recording in their closets and under doonas, but the show must go on!
On today's Big Issue, Em and Lucy have a tough conversation about accountability, and apologising to your friends. It isn't the easiest thing to do, so we go through the best ways to go about it.
Plus, have you ever been a 'Pick Me Girl'? Most of us have, at one point or another. We break down exactly what this is, and Em tells us the story of one of her worst dates on Dating Diary, whi
When The Cringe Keeps You Up At Night
Have you ever experienced something so cringy that you still lie awake at night thinking about it? Come on, we all have. Em and Lucy spill their stories so we can all feel the shame together.
Plus, we discuss whether you can still consume someone's art when they've been cancelled, and Mamamia's Jessie Stephens joins us for Dating Diary to tell us about the worst date of her life (and it's a shocker).
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How To Know If You're Settling
When Lucy posted a confession about someone 'settling' in their relationship on Instagram, she got tons of messages from people who related. We thought we'd unpack the concept of settling in a relationship, and in life.
Lucy and Em also discuss the exclusion of diverse shades of foundation in Australia, and for Dating Diary Lucy describes the one night stand that changed her standards forever.
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Exactly How To Cancel Plans
There's only one thing we can think about recently, and it's the treatment of the Biloela family by our government. Emily opens up about how we can help. Plus, we break down exactly how to cancel plans properly, and Lucy tells a dating diary story that is too outrageous to include details here... The End Bits Click here to sign the change.org petition Bring Priya and her beautiful family back home to Biloela, Queensland You can read Emily's article here: "The Biloela family have been made
Lockjaw And A Broken Condom...
This week Lucy and Em discuss everything from Instagram's decision to bring back 'like' counts, to whether you can truly balance a career AND a relationship.
We're also joined by comedian Becky Lucas for Dating Diary, and she fills us in on her woeful sex education, plus Emily and Lucy tell some truly embarrassing 'first time' stories.
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Thank you to our guest Becky Lucas. You can get her book Acknowledgments: Stories of Friends, Enemies and Figuring Things Out here.
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Did You Know You Can Give Yourself A Pap Smear?
Welcome to The Undone! A podcast for people navigating their 20's without a GPS.
Last week Emily revealed she had never got a pap smear, even though she'd just turned 25, so we decided to get a real doctor in to bust some myths. Dr Ginni Mansberg is a GP with a passion for women's health, and you won't believe the what we learn from her.
Also, we discuss Naomi Osaka's brave decision to forgo post match interviews for her own mental health, and Lucy tells a truly horrendous Dating Diary story tha
When Everything Gives You 'The Ick'
Last week on The Undone we discussed being 'cheugy', and we think we've found the male equivalent: 'the ick'. It's the feeling you get when a guy does something that makes you less attracted to him, and we have a few (ok, many) examples.
We are also joined by host of The Spill Laura Brodnik to chat about the highs and lows, but mostly highs, of being a woman who lives alone.
Plus, Em opens up about the loneliness she often feels on her birthday and why everyone should take themselves away for a
Why You Should Never, Ever Go On Reality TV
Chances are you've heard of So Dramatic, the reality TV podcast that creates as much news as it breaks. We're so excited to have host Megan Pustetto join us to spill the tea on having the most notorious podcast in the country, including the wildest tip off she's ever received, her diagnosis of PTSD from being trolled, and how she deals with a DM folder fills with thousands of messages. Plus, Emily and Lucy discuss why being called 'cheugy' is making millennials SO mad. The End Bits Thank you so
The Red Flags You’re Probably Missing
Are you on the 'edge of burnout'? Lucy feels like she is and has bought an old alarm clock to try and beat it. Plus, we have a listener dilemma about the pros and cons of moving out with friends, and we discuss red flags; the ones we can laugh at and the ones that are more insidious. The End Bits You can read Mamamia's article on financial abuse here: Do any of these apply to you? The warning signs of financial abuse. Have a confession? We want to hear it: forms.gle/CMPWyPdQY3KNbepm9 If you lik
The Pettiest Revenge We've Ever Heard
This week, we received a confession that potentially stepped over the line from petty to...criminal, which got us thinking about the benefits of being petty versus taking the high road. Em and Luce don't exactly see eye to eye.
Plus, Emily has figured out a foolproof way to start a good conversation on dating apps, and it all boils down to three simple questions.
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Dating With A Rare Disease
Last year, our own Lucy Neville was diagnosed with a rare auto-immune disease that left her in excruciating pain and unable to walk at age 24. She opens up about what it was like dating during this time while managing her pain, and a pandemic.
And Emily has a Dating Diary story that ends with her being ghosted by the same guy, from the same app....
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You can read Lucy's article, "At 24, I was diagnosed with a rare autoimmune disease. It made dating completely 'unsexy'.", here.
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A Breakup In The Middle Of The Ocean
What's the difference between being alone and lonely? And in a world that seems to be pushing women to think they can only be happy in a relationship, how can we make sure we're not wishing away our single life? Stacey June is the author of Single Pringle, and joins Lucy and Em to discuss exactly that, plus answer a listener dilemma.
Also, we're joined by friend of the pod Taylor who has the worst breakup story we've ever heard, and it involved a 'floating RSL'.
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They/Them/Their: Why Pronouns Matter
Deni Todorovic, otherwise known as Style By Deni, is not only a fabulous stylist, but also a passionate advocate for LGBTQI+ issues and living authentically. We are lucky enough to have Deni join us to talk about the importance of respecting people's pronouns, and how being non-binary is allowing them to be their true self every single day.
Plus, the 2021 World Happiness Report is out and there's a few nuggets of wisdom we'll be taking on board, and a few we'll be ignoring.
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Why You Need To Quit Your Job
Whether you are watching Married At First Sight or not, you've probably heard of Bryce, the favourite 'villain' of this season. But is his behaviour towards his wife Melissa acceptable entertainment? Or are we just watching someone get gaslighted on national TV?
And a reddit thread has gone viral when a man and in his 50s confessed he was jealous of his young colleague's attitude to quitting jobs when the role didn't suit them. But are we doing ourselves a disservice?
Plus, how late can you real
Christian Hull Will Make You Look At Dating In A Different Way
YouTube star and self-confessed Grindr addict, Christian Hull, has had his fair share of bad dates. But there's always a silver lining...like getting a double pasta serving. His refreshing approach to dating will make you laugh and rethink your own dating life.
Plus, ever felt like you're competing with a friend or partner? You're not alone. Competitive friendships are unavoidable so how do you navigate them?
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When Fetishes Turn Deadly
Last week a 21-year-old man went on a shooting spree targeting three massage spas in the United States. Eight people were murdered, including six Asian women. The gunman later blamed a "sex addiction" for the shooting and it's sparked a long overdue conversation about the danger of racial fetishes.Plus, what happens when you make a $20 million mistake at work? Mamamia's Head of People & Culture, Nicolle Stuart, gives advice on recovering from a work f*ck-up.And, ever been ghosted? Ghosting is an
Is My Sex Life Normal?
It's the chat that will make you feel a whole lot better about your sex life.Rowdie Walden, the voice behind the Spotify original podcast, Search Engine Sex, joins us to answer all your burning sex questions. From "the best" sex positions, to squirting, Rowdie leaves no stone unturned. Plus, ever wondered how some people manage to fit so much into their day? Lucy tells Em about her simple hack to help make the most of the day.The End Bits Check out Search Engine Sex on Spotify:https://open.spoti
The Question You Cannot Ask On A Date
Have you ever friend-targeted someone and been rejected? Making friends in your 20s isn't easy. Whether you're struggling to meet new people or don't have the time to maintain the friendships that matter, Lucy and Em discuss strategies.Plus, skinny jeans are cancelled. But it's not because they're uncool. Find out the real reason Gen-Z-ers are rocking baggier jeans.And, it's one of the worst questions to ask on a date but Em's been asked it so many times, she's now got the perfect response. She
"I'm Not A Feminist, But..."
Ever been accused of being a feminist? Lucy and Em discuss what feminism really means and how to have a conversation with someone who is "anti-feminism."And, we've all been on a train wreck of a date. Our dating diary guest this week has been on so many, she even started a Facebook page for it.
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Meet The Women Who Are Making Thousands From OnlyFans
It's the latest get-rich-quick scheme but how much can you really make from OnlyFans? Luce and Em discuss the success stories and if it's achievable for the everyday person.Plus, Lucy slept with her neighbour and now she has to see him every day. She tells Em how to recover from the awkwardness of a work hook-up . And, what happens when a date goes from zero to one-hundred? In dating diary this week, Australian silver-medalist, Monique Murphy, gets rid of a clingy date using an excuse nobody cou
Mary Viturino On That Time She Got Catfished
Have you ever been cat-fished? Former Bachelor, contestant, Mary Viturino, has. In dating diary this week, she tells us how she had the last laugh.
Plus, nobody likes it, yet everybody does it. But in 2021, Lucy and Em think it's time to abolish reciprocal gift-giving and invites and their words of wisdom won't make you feel guilty about it.
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Flex Mami's Dating Hack That Cuts Through The Bullsh*t
Flex Mami's joins us to talk dating but it quickly turns into a therapy session. Em and Lucy get to know each other (and themselves) a whole lot better and find out about the latest dating trend, "woke-fishing."
Plus, looking to buy your first vibrator? Or want to try something different? Em and Lucy recommend their top picks and what to look for.
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Womanizer X Lovehoney Pro40 Rechargeable Clitoral Stimulator; $169.95
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You're Probably Suffering From Dating Burnout
Self-care. It's the latest wellness buzz-word and undeniably important for your mental health. But has it gone too far?
Plus, as requested by our lovely listeners Em and Luce interview pharmacist, Stephanie Johnston for a pharmacist's perspective on the morning after pill.
And in Dating Diary news, Em just got dumped. But there is a silver lining. For the first time, Em tells Luce how she's really feeling...
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How To Be A Good Ally
For a lot of Australians January 26 is not a day to celebrate but is a painful reminder of colonialism and the affect it's had on First Nation's people.
Em and Lucy speak to Murrawah Johnson, a Wirdi woman hailing from the broader Birragubba peoples of Central and North Queensland, about how she feels about January 26, and how we can all be better allies every day of the year.
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Yes, You Can Be Denied The Morning After Pill In Australia
"I've read somewhere that if you're over a certain weight you can't take it...why?""I remember in high school being told if you take it too many times you can become infertile.""The myth that it works if you take it well within the time period. It doesn't."These are just a few of the many myths about the morning after pill overheard by Mamamia staff. To set the record straight, Lucy and Em chat to women's health specialist, Dr. Ginni Mansberg and seperate fact from fiction.
Plus, Em's impressive
Wait...Am I An Asshole?
There are three types of assholes in the world, and after reading Robert Sutton's book, The Asshole Survival Guide: How To Deal With People Who Treat You Like Dirt, Em is concerned that she may be one. So how do you know whether or not you’re an asshole? And is being an asshole really that bad? Lucy and Em break it down
Plus, a dating diary that goes from bad, to worse, to outright embarrassing. Find out how The Undone producer, Mel, wriggles out of this sticky situation.
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Yes, You Can Be Friends With Your Ex
Breaking up is hard to do but it doesn't have to mean the end. Lucy gives us crash course on how to be friends with an ex.
Plus, what happens when a date tells you a bad kisser? From lip filler tips to kissing advice. Find out everything that happened in between in this rollercoaster dating diary.
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Ten Books You Need To Read In Your 20s
Becoming - Michelle Obama
Such a Fun Age - Kiley Reid
Girl, Woman, Other - Bernardine Evaristo
Angus, Thongs and Full-Frontal Snogging - Louise R
"I Broke Up With My Partner On New Years Eve"
It's Lucy's first New Years being single in a while, so Em shares her five tips for surviving New Years Eve as a single girl, and yes, they involve going to bed before 12am.
Plus, what happens when you're counting down to New Years and you decide to break up with your partner? One of our listeners shares a very raw dating diary.
And, why it's OK to hate New Years Eve.
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The Lonely Girl's Guide To Christmas
Christmas is meant to be all joyous. But sometimes it can be really, really lonely. So how do you be alone for the holidays? Emily shares her foolproof guide.
Plus, is it ever acceptable to crash someone’s family Christmas?
And the Christmas movies to watch when you're single.
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Abbie Chatfield Called 000 & Ended Up On A Date
What’s the difference between a sex date, a relationship date, and a casual date? On this episode of The Undone, Lucy and Em unpack the different kinds of dates, and whether or not a 'sex date' can ever not end in tears.
Plus, have you ever picked up after calling emergency services? Abbie Chatfield has, and she joins us on Dating Diary to share a very funny story about an emergency call for her grandma that involved Queensland’s most attractive paramedic.
And, the new TikTok trend that has u
How To Survive A Break-Up
It’s been a year since Lucy broke up with her boyfriend of five years, which is lucky because we have a listener question about how to survive a break-up, and girl do we have some tips for you.
Plus, Abbie Chatfield gave an interview last week where she said she’d been body shamed at every size. So as we head into 2021, should we still be talking about women’s bodies?
And, we’re joined by body positivity influencer and all-round awesome woman Lacey-Jade Christie who is sharing one of her wor
Is Reality TV Really A Good Career Move?
Let’s be honest. When you’re in your 20s, everything feels complicated… which is where The Undone comes in, Mamamia's new podcast for people in their 20s.
Earlier this week former Bachelor contestant Keira Maguire warned people off going on reality TV shows due to the editing and ‘frankenbiting’ of people's voices. So, in 2020 is reality TV still a thing? And is it really a good career move?
Plus, it's time for Lucy to share one of her awkward dating encounters. And it involves bumping into a
When Tully Smyth Went On A Celebrity Dating App
Let’s be honest. When you’re in your 20s, everything feels complicated… which is where The Undone comes in, Mamamia's new podcast for people in their 20s.
Has the idea of a dream job been trumped by work-life balance? Emily read an article about the 'good enough job' and she thinks we need to embrace it.
Plus, former Big Brother star and host of the Too Much Tully podcast Tully Smyth joins us on Dating Diary to share what happened when a high profile DJ asked her out…and yes, it's juicy.
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Should You Be In A Long-Term Relationship In Your 20s?
Let’s be honest. When you’re in your 20s, everything feels complicated… which is where The Undone comes in, Mamamia's new podcast for people in their 20s.
Meet Emily and Lucy. They work at Mamamia and they live together in the inner city. They spend their days trying to work out how to turn the oven on, why their dating lives are such garbage fires, and why sometimes their tiny daily struggles seem just as insurmountable as the world’s biggest problems. Every week on The Undone they’ll be shari
Introducing The Undone...
When you’re in your 20s, everything feels complicated. Which is where The Undone comes in, a show about navigating the “adult” world without a GPS, friendship, love, sex, personal politics, and... air fryers.
Meet Emily and Lucy. They work at Mamamia and they live together in the inner city. They spend their days trying to work out how to turn the oven on, why their dating lives are such garbage fires, and why sometimes their tiny daily struggles seem just as insurmountable as the world’s bigge