Parenting Out Loud
Episodes
The Holiday Decision One Mum Regrets & Party Bags Are Officially Cancelled
01 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Have school photos become redundant? This week, Monz, Stacey and Amelia are unpacking the $180 million industry that's preys on nostalgia, guilt and t...
So, Are You A Popcorn Mum?
24 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Monz, Amelia and Stacey explore the ‘performance’ of public parenting, inspired by Elin Strong’s viral article. So, are y...
The Lunchbox Theory & Our Complicated Feelings About YouTube
17 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Monique, Amelia, and Stacey are discussing the ‘Jessica’ hack gone slightly awry. We talked about it. Our listeners tried it, a...
The 3-Hour Mum & The Viral 'Jessica' Hack
10 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Monique Bowley, Stacey Hicks and Amelia Lester unpack the 'max 3-hour mum' theory. That’s how long Skims co-founder and Kardashian-ad...
Golden Retriever Dads & The ‘You Come Last’ Rule
03 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We’re unpacking the 'parenting rule' that blew up the comments section this week: While the kids are awake, you come last. The Internet had thou...
The Celebrity Who Loves Bad Kids & The Sibling Effect
27 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever seen a video online that made you feel like you were failing at a job you didn't even apply for? Welcome to parenting in 2026. This week...
The Bad Habit That's Back & The Politics Of ‘Bagsing’
20 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Today, the rise of the Gen Alpha CEO is officially in full swing as Victoria Beckham’s daughter, Harper Seven, launches a beauty brand at 13. Mo...
Divorce Just Got A Rebrand & The Truth About Homework In 2026
13 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Move over "conscious uncoupling". Divorce is getting a rebrand. This week, Monique Bowley, Stacey Hicks and Amelia Lester unpack Hollywood Actor Lake ...
Empty Weekend Parenting & The Viral Rocking Chair Test
06 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Young Millennials and Gen Z are currently spiralling over the ultimate 'Why Now?' question: To procreate, or not to procreate? To help, they’ve ...
Wait, Did We Just Witness The Ultimate Co-Parenting Sin?
27 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Parents of children who are 'short sleepers' — kids genetically programmed to survive on four hours of rest (and pure chaos) — we see you....
The Problem With Being The 'Easy Kid'
20 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Stacey Hicks, Amelia Lester, and guest host Clare Stephens are diving into the 'beige food' epidemic and why modern snack culture might be ...
FFS, Just Invite People Over To Your Messy House
13 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week on Parenting Out Loud, we're joined again by Luca Lavigne, so of course things went off without a hitch. 👀 Stacey Hicks, Amelia Lester an...
So, Yeah. Turns Out THIS Is The Very Last Parenting Taboo
06 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Is a mum's job ever done? That's the question that's come off the back of a viral moment from the Wuthering Heights press tour after its star Jacob El...
Michelle Obama’s Truth Bomb & A Middle Finger At The Airport
30 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Michelle Obama spoke about a very specific kind of reality check on the Call Her Daddy podcast: the exact moment you realise you’re no long...
The Beckham Family Estrangement: When Does Control Become Controlling?
23 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Brooklyn Beckham family drama that's been all over the news and in our group chats this week has us questioning where 'doing your best' ends and m...
The Clicker Test That Changes Everything & Our 'Public Nuisance' Park Fight
16 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Are you an intensive millennial parent who feels stressed and burnt out? This week, we introduce the “Click Test,” which Amelia claims wil...
Bluey's Hottest Character & and The Out-Of-Control Cost of Competition
09 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Parenting comes with big ideas, cultural moments and the occasional guilty pleasure, and this week we’re unpacking all three. Are fancy lollies ...
The Precise Reason We Need To Reverse The Parent-Child Hierarchy
02 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Friends, do you too have a box of keepsakes? Perhaps teeny tiny socks, some pre-school era artworks, maybe even some old baby teeth or twent...
A Genius Mental Health Pyramid & Our Dirty Little Parenting Secrets
26 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Happy Holidays Parents! Are you having fun, are you a bit sweaty, dehydrated? Well don’t be, because today we're going to talk about: The menta...
EXTRA: SHE BUILT THAT — How Katherine Bennell-Pegg Became Australia's First Astronaut
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Consider this a midweek treat for summer with a bonus episode of She Built That, the podcast series where we discover incredible women and girls who d...
No-Hugs Christmas & Where Are All The Weird Kids
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Christmas rush has officially brought a new generational conflict: Grandparenting on Eggshells. We unpack the tension between teaching kids bodily...
Gentle Parenting Just Got Flipped Off & This Season's Ultimate Flex
12 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is the ultimate parenting flex actually… no gifts at all? Because according to The Cut, Millennial parents now fall into two dramatic camps:Cam...
Is This Our “Seatbelt Moment” & The Royal Christmas Spiral
05 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Uh-oh. The Wiggles are in hot water after popping up in a video with some 'unusual' lyrics — and it’s forcing us to ask what we really exp...
EXTRA: SHE BUILT THAT — The Moment Chloé Hayden's Acting Dreams Came True
02 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Friends, we thought we'd give you a midweek treat with a little taste of She Built That. The podcast series where we discover incredible women an...
A Wicked Elephant In The Room & The Science Behind The Perfect Age Gap
28 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Science has finally established the perfect age gap for siblings, but who is this helping? One of our hosts hates it more than others. And it's ...
The Exact Reason We Stopped Getting Naked
21 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The new trend of 'underconsumption core' is taking on Black Friday, but is this thrifty, anti-consumerist vibe even achievable for parents who are the...
The Rise Of Trad Sons & Sheet Masks For 3 Year Olds
14 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Shay Mitchell's skincare line for toddlers is here. So, are sheet masks for your three-year-old just some harmless fun, or the latest commodification ...
The Group Chat Is Out Of Control & Unpacking The Exhaustion Economy
07 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Call it what you like — sleep deprivation/sleep recession/The Exhaustion Economy —but when you're not getting enough sleep as a parent, it...
The Favourite Child Taboo & Why Jennifer Lawrence's Honesty Hit So Hard
31 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Did you grow up in a home with a favourite child? Do you secretly favour one of your own kids? We unpack the expert opinions and whether or not parent...
Picnic Table Politics & The Era Of Tiny Spies
24 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Parenting can involve big ideas, public debates and the odd festive guilt trip - and this week, we’re tackling all three. The man who created Ad...
The Scariest Truth about Halloween & A Nepo Baby Debate
17 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Spooky season is just about to hit and we’re asking: what’s the point of Halloween, anyway? And are Australians missing one crucial trick ...
The Royal Who Flipped The Script On Dads & The Unholy Truth About 'The Squeeze'
10 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Your weekend sanity check has arrived. A new episode of Parenting Out Loud is here with all the conversations you need - because if parents are t...
So That's Why Magicians Are Back & The Eldest Daughter Theory
03 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The kids are at home, the holiday activities are seemingly endless and you probably need a break. So welcome back to the podcast that's not just any p...
Rihanna and A$AP Rocky's 'Love Junk' Rebrand & The TikTok Training Camp
26 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The school holidays are upon us and Monz, Amelia & Stacey are back to distract you with some Millennial core memories, a flashback to Shania Twain...
Stealth Mums, The Roblox Controversy & A Tiny Internet Feud
19 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to Parenting Out Loud where we've got a brand new episode to start your weekend off right. On the show this week: The rise of ...
Unpacking The KPop Demon Hunters Obsession & A Tracking Tool Controversy
12 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Parenting Out Loud where you can be sure you're kicking off your weekend right. Monz, Amelia and Stacey are here to unpack the week on...
The 'Normal' We Need To Interrogate & The Father's Day Rethink
05 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Excellent news, friends. We're back with another episode of Parenting Out Loud. Father’s Day is tomorrow and there's been a distinct...
The Third Kid Dessert Analogy & FFS, Stop With The Texts
29 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
🎉 Guess who's back, back again… 🎉 You asked. We listened. And now, it’s happening: Amelia Lester and Stacey Hicks are officially ba...
Sleep Divorce, 'Hopeless' Dads & Goodnight To The Bedtime Story
11 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Parenting Out Loud where if parents are thinking about it, we're talking about it. On the show today, Jessie Stephens, Amelia Lester and St...
Dr Becky's DFK Theory & The Great Trampoline Debate
04 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We've got a fresh episode of Parenting Out Loud for you. Because if parents are thinking about it, we're talking about it. On the show today, Jessie S...
The Ms Rachel Controversy & The Great Kids Vs Friendships Debate
27 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Another week, another Parenting Out Loud episode where if parents are thinking about it, we're talking about it. On today's show, Jessie Stephens and ...
A New Co-Parenting Rule & The 100% Work Dilemma
20 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Should partners (and exes) automatically be each other’s parenting hype squad? We all know relationships are... complex and the answer to this q...
The Death Of The Dining Table & 'Outdated' Schooling
13 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is the family dinner really just a guilt trip with cutlery? One of the most pervasive pieces of parenting advice is making everyone feel bad about the...
Grandparents - It's Time For Your Performance Review
06 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Big news, friends. Jessie Stephens and Amelia Lester are bringing a whole new vibe to parenting podcasts with this brand new mini series: Parenting Ou...