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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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This week on Small Talk, we’re joined by comeback king Mitch Churi. From starting in commercial radio at 19 to hosting national shows - and then being unexpectedly let go - Mitch knows what it means to publicly rebuild and rebrand. We giggle over it ... more

This week we’re unpacking the Super Bowl and Bad Bunny's joyful and perfect performance. Then to the major protests around the Israeli president’s visit to Australia and the police response. We dive into why the internet absolutely melting down over ... more

This week on Small Talk, we’re joined by comedian Elouise Eftos, aka “Australia’s first attractive comedian.”

Fresh off five-star reviews, major comedy festival wins and an upcoming New York debut, Eloise joins us to unpack the very online, very un... more

We dive into the Grammy Awards - the big winners, the performances, the political moments, and the red carpet. We then unpack the bomb attack at Perth on Invasion Day and how reporting was minimised. We explain the updates to the Jeffrey Epstein file... more

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Recent Guests

Elouise Eftos
Australia's first attractive comedian
Episode: If Pretty Privilege Exists, Is it Wrong To Use it? With Elouise Eftos
Daniel Sloss
Scottish stand-up comedian known for his observational humor and Netflix specials.
Episode: Is It Time To Break Up? With Comedian Daniel Sloss
Jan Fran
Journalist, presenter, and co-founder of Ette Media
Ette Media
Episode: So… What’s Going to Happen in 2026? With Jan Fran
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
Missing Perspectives
Episode: SMALL TALK: Who Helps Run the World (But Never Gets the Credit)? With Phoebe Saintalin
Chantelle Otten
Sexologist and dating expert
Bumble
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

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 4.3k ratings
  • Love it although room for improvement

    The pronunciation is making it hard to listen, but I do love the content

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    MelbourneSarahA
    Australia23 days ago
  • Great

    I’ve been loving getting my news and updates from Sarah and Hannah. Excited to see what happens in 2026!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    saaabbbbbyyy
    Australia24 days ago
  • Incredibleeee

    Love this show. Carried us through such a crazy 2025. Onto the next

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    a.locandro
    Australiaa month ago
  • Love the pod

    Love it and listen every week thank you

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Janet Jane 123
    Australia3 months ago
  • So good

    I know this is aimed more for women but I think this is a brilliant podcast for anyone. Sarah and Hannah do such a good job with culture and politics news and what it all means, and also explain the bigger picture stuff (like where we are now and how we got here) so clearly and thoroughly.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    beneames
    Australia3 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
#50
Australia/Top Podcasts
Spotify
#8
Australia/News
Spotify
#45
Australia/Trending
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#245
Australia/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#36
Australia/News
Apple Podcasts
#173
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Talking Points

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Is It Time To Break Up? With Comedian Daniel Sloss
Q: What do you think are those first signs of when you're like, I think I'm heading towards a break up, like this has to happen?
Even something as small as not being really excited to see your partner can be a sign that it's time to reassess the relationship.
Is It Time To Break Up? With Comedian Daniel Sloss
Q: What do you think it was that you said in particular that made couples sit in silence and go, I think we need to talk?
It was a joke about how much easier life would be if your partner just died. When I shared that on stage, it resonated with people and made them reflect on their relationships.
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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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. Elouise Eftos
2. Daniel Sloss
3. Jan Fran
4. Jack Toohey
5. Phoebe Saintalin
6. Chantelle Otten
7. Sophie Gilbert
8. Anisa Nandaula

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