Double A Chattery with Amanda Keller and Anita McGregor

This week on Double A Chattery, Amanda and Anita dive into the culture of dobbing — from the playground chants we grew up with to the unspoken Australian rule that you don’t tell, you handle it yourself. They unpack how that value system clashes with modern ideas around bullying, whistleblowing and speaking up, and whether COVID shifted our collective attitude to dobbing for good. Where’s the line between fairness and being a dobber?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Three wines. Three days of regret. According to Diary of a CEO’s Steven Bartlett, that’s the trade-off. But Amanda and Anita aren’t so sure… Has wellness culture sucked the joy out of a cheeky night out? The girls dive into the viral debate and ask: have we lost the art of having fun?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Double A Chattery, Amanda and Anita dive into the things that made them stop and say, “well, that’s interesting” - from Australia’s surprising literacy crisis and what it really means in everyday life, to a new wellness trend called “joyspan” that’s all about maximising happiness, not just lifespan. Plus, they unpack the weird world of conspiracy theories, revealing how some of those shocking stats might be less about true believers… and more about people having a bit of a laugh.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Double A Chattery, Amanda and Anita dive into women’s fascination with true crime podcasts — from why so many of us fall asleep listening to murder stories, to what these shows give women that other entertainment doesn’t. Is it about safety, psychology, justice… or just really good storytelling? The Double As unpack the obsession, the ethics, and why true crime has become the go‑to comfort listen for women everywhere.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Double A Chattery, Amanda and Anita confront a disturbing story making headlines around the world: the so‑called “rape academy”. In light of a CNN investigation, the pair unpack how women are meant to process something so confronting - from the scale of the numbers involved to what it really says about power, entitlement and misogyny. Amanda reads some of the messages shared on the site, exposing just how chilling they are, while Anita grapples with the urge to shut the world out entirely. It’s an emotional, furious and necessary conversation about accountability, rage, and what justice should look like. If this conversation brings up anything for you, confidential support is available 24/7 from 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732, or via online chat at 1800respect.org.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Anita and Amanda chat with Senior Lecturer from UNSW, George Robinson about all things AI when it comes to health & wellbeing. He chats with us about how AI can assist us when it comes to physical and mental health... and if it will ever replace medical professionals.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week’s episode, Amanda and Anita chat to Amanda’s very good friend, Barry Du Bois. Barry opens up on his cancer battle, mental health and how he’s doing now. Their heartfelt conversation delves into the challenges Barry has faced, his outlook on life during recovery, and the importance of staying connected with loved ones. For more information and courses, head to: BarryDuBois.com Podcast listeners can use the discount code BAZAMANDASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amanda and Anita chat with Marcus Pollard, a music promoter who struck gold in a thrift store after stumbling across a dusty 1960s acetate from an obscure Canadian garage band called The Glass Cage. From here, started an epic journey of brining the band back to life… and resurrecting a slice of music history. Proving that sometimes the best finds are hiding in plain sight between the old crockpots and moth-eaten cardigans.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Double A Chattery, Amanda and Anita tackle Andrew — The Royal Elephant In The Room. From Amanda’s personal memories of the royal wedding to the uncomfortable questions around power, privilege and accountability, the girls unpack the headlines, the history and the PR machine behind the Palace doors. It’s sharp, honest and a little bit jaw-dropping — because when it comes to the Royals, nothing is ever just ceremonial.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Double A Chattery, we reflect on the emotional cost of being informed, the impact of negative feeds, and why humans simply aren’t equipped to absorb this much distress on repeat. Amanda shares a striking insight from the psychology of exhaustion: that confusion has become one of the most effective tools of control, leaving people doubting not just the news — but their own ability to know what’s true.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s the first episode of the year and Amanda and Anita are diving headfirst into one of the biggest invisible jobs of all: the mental load. From imagining what the holidays would look like if women had the freedom to simply ‘show up’, to discussing how the food labour isn’t the same as putting the kids to bed. They unpack the unseen work that makes family life function and some of the science behind it.    Facebook  Instagram     The Double A Chattery podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice. No doctor/patient relationship is formed and this podcast is no substitute for professional psychological or other medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.  The use of information in this podcast is at the listener’s own risk.  Listeners should seek the help of their health care professionals for any medical conditions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amanda and Anita are taking a little holiday break. A chance to recharge, overindulge in tea, and maybe plan a few more of their famous walks. But we didn’t want to leave you high and dry without your dose of chatter, so we’ve lined up some of our favorite episodes to keep you company over the holidays.   A Story of A Mother's Love Anyone who’s heard Amanda talk about her love for Barry Manilow has probably also heard her mention her childhood best friend, Melanie. Earlier this year, Melanie’s world was turned upside down when her daughter, Jess, was suddenly diagnosed with renal failure. Jess is now on the waiting list for a kidney transplant — and Melanie is her donor. In this episode, we’re honoured to have both Jess and Melanie join us in studio to share their story.   Facebook  Instagram     The Double A Chattery podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice. No doctor/patient relationship is formed and this podcast is no substitute for professional psychological or other medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.  The use of information in this podcast is at the listener’s own risk.  Listeners should seek the help of their health care professionals for any medical conditions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.