This week on Small Talk, we’re joined by host of The Hook Up, writer and author Dee Salmin to unpack modern dating and the art of being single. Drawing from her new book It’s Not Love, Actually, Dee breaks down why butterflies might actually be anxiety, why being the 'cool girl' never works and the subtle ways we shape ourselves to attract men. Plus, we get into attachment styles, the benefits of being alone and why learning to enjoy your own company might be the key to better relationships.

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Scientology is often called the ‘celebrity religion’, popularised by names like Tom Cruise, John Travolta and Nancy Cartwright. Recognised by its long list of scandals and out-of-this-world belief system, Scientology sits in contrast to what many would class as a religion in modern society. So, what lies beneath the surface of the embattled billion-dollar organisation? Who is it’s founder, L Ron. Hubbard? And, how did Scientology turn into a money-making empire?

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In Part Two of this series, we uncover the building blocks of Scientology and get introduced to Hubbard's E-meter. Explain what Thetans are and how they enter your body. Plus we break down the framework that makes Scientology a religion and the celebs, like Tom Cruise and John Travolta, who have been among the Church’s most visible advocates.

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we unpack the terrifying shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner. Then, closer to home, the legal drama surrounding Kyle and Jackie O continues to heat up, alongside a growing criminal investigation into ChatGPT. We also dive into fresh allegations against Alex Cooper’s Unwell network. We also break down what the gas tax is.

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Outrage culture, cancel culture, and the rise of the “mean girl” accusation - this week, Hannah is back on Small Talk to help me unpack what’s really going on in comment sections right now, and why it feels like other women are increasingly the target. From the algorithm rewarding the angriest opinions, to comments being used to shape our own views, we get honest about our thoughts on the pile-on.

We dive into the evolution of “girls girl” culture, and how a once lighthearted label has been weaponised into something far more cutting.

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Alex Cooper vs Alix Earle is heating up - and yes, somehow Brianna Chickenfry is now involved. We unpack the “mean girl” narrative and whether this is really just a business fallout. Meanwhile, the Liberals have proposed a new immigration policy that feels like a copy-paste out of the Pauline Hanson playbook. Over at Coachella weekend two, we dissect Brandchella, Billie Eilish lives out everyone’s dream as the “One Less Lonely Girl,” and Sabrina brings Madonna on stage. Hannah breaks down the latest developments in Iran and where negotiations currently stand, and Sarah gets into the news that Charli XCX’s next album is going full rock.

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This week I'm joined by comedy duo with over a million Instagram followers, Isaac and Jack from Swag On The Beat. Once again taking advantage of having two guys on the podcast, I ask for their take on the most viral dating and relationship advice circulating TikTok. Including:

• The taxi cab theory
• If he wanted to, he would
• black cat/golden retriever energy
• Would you still love me if I was a worm? What about if I had a clone?
• Orange peel theory
• Beige flags

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We kick off this news week with an update on Trump's Truth Social Post threats and the broken ceasefire agreement after Israel bombed Lebanon. We then compare the biggest Coachella performances - namely, Sabrina Carpenter, Justin Bieber. Hannah then talks us through the arrest of decorated Australian soldier Ben Roberts-Smith, charged with multiple war crimes. Sarah then explains the breaking drama between Alex Cooper and Alix Earle. Also, Australian actress Ruby Rose claims Katy Perry sexually assaulted her at a Melbourne nightclub decades ago.

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