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The Weekly Cheek

Hannah Ferguson, Kristin Perissinotto

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The Weekly Cheek features co-hosts Hannah Ferguson and Kristin Perissinotto chatting about politics, the things politics influences, and the things that influence politics. The Weekly Cheek aims to make politics more accessible by breaking down purposefully confusing systems, critiquing the media outlets that report irresponsibly, and discussing the issues that we should all be talking about. We’ve covered prominent women in politics, the mental load, the failings of women’s media, and the i ...
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In this episode, we're saying goodbye to The Weekly Cheek and officially introducing the third Cheek co-founder, Catherine. Find us online at cheekmedia.com.au and on socials @cheekmediaco, and become a Patron for $4 per month! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.By Hannah Ferguson, Kristin Perissinotto
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In this episode, we're talking about the Crikey v Lachlan Murdoch defamation case, and the right wing media's obsession with free speech but only when it affects them. Donate to Crikey's fundraiser: https://www.gofundme.com/f/crikey-defence-fund Find us online at cheekmedia.com.au and on socials @cheekmediaco, and become a Patron for $4 per month! …
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NEW PODCAST LAUNCHING 11 AUGUST. Search on your favourite podcast app. Asking For It is an eight-part investigative series examining rape culture in Australia, and what it will take for things to finally change. Hosted by Hannah Kinder, produced in collaboration with Cheek Media Co. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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In this episode, we're talking about the rainbow jersey that rocked the world of seven elite NRL players in the Manly Sea Eagles, and the subsequent bigotry and homophobia that ensued. Find us online at cheekmedia.com.au and on socials @cheekmediaco, and become a Patron for $4 per month! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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In this episode, we're discussing conservatives' war on sex and how it affects us. What kind of sex education did you receive? Do you know how your pill works? How does religion infiltrate our relationship with sex? Find us online at cheekmedia.com.au and on socials @cheekmediaco, and become a Patron for $4 per month! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com…
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In this episode, we're discussing the prominent women who always get a 'pass,' including the Kardashians, Jackie O, and recently-rebranded-feminist Julie Bishop. Find us online at cheekmedia.com.au and on socials @cheekmediaco, and become a Patron for $4 per month! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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In this episode, we're discussing parasocial relationships and some of the overly-familiar messages we've received to our Instagram! Find us online at cheekmedia.com.au and on socials @cheekmediaco, and become a Patron for $4 per month! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.By Hannah Ferguson, Kristin Perissinotto
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In this episode, we're talking about taboos! Our generation has done a lot to break down taboos in society, but many are still around. Let's talk about them! Find us online at cheekmedia.com.au and on socials @cheekmediaco, and become a Patron for $4 per month! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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In this episode, we're talking about the female gaze! Does it exist? Can women objectify and sexualise men? Can power structures loop back on themselves? Where is the patriarchy in all of this? Find us online at cheekmedia.com.au and on socials @cheekmediaco, and become a Patron for $4 per month! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more info…
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In this episode, we're talking about activist burn out, particularly in the wake of the federal election. Are you okay? Are we okay? Is anyone okay? It's too soon to say. Find us online at cheekmedia.com.au and on socials @cheekmediaco, and become a Patron for $4 per month! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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In this episode, we're talking about the most problematic parts of Australian culture, from heavy drinking to microaggressions. Find us online at cheekmedia.com.au and on socials @cheekmediaco, and become a Patron for $4 per month! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.By Hannah Ferguson, Kristin Perissinotto
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In this episode, we're talking about swing voters. Do you know one? What makes them tick? Should we all be swing voters? What constitutes a 'swing'? Let's discuss! Find us online at cheekmedia.com.au and on socials @cheekmediaco, and become a Patron for $4 per month! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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CW: This episode talks about abortion In this episode, we're talking about abortion and the fall of the landmark Roe v Wade legislation in the US, and if/how it could affect us here in Australia. Find us online at cheekmedia.com.au and on socials @cheekmediaco, and become a Patron for $4 per month! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more in…
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In this episode, we're talking about baby boomers just like the rest of the fucking world. Should we give the problematic ones a break? Should we hold them to the same standard as young people? Where's the line between 'I'm from a different generation' and simply being a bigot? Find us online at cheekmedia.com.au and on socials @cheekmediaco, and b…
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In this episode, we're talking about the political and social ideas our listeners don't think are spoken about enough. Get involved in our next interactive episode by following us on Instagram! Find us online at cheekmedia.com.au and on socials @cheekmediaco, and become a Patron for $4 per month! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more info…
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In this episode, we talk about the recently released report on sexual assault and harassment in universities, which institutions are the worst ranking, and our time at uni. Find us online at cheekmedia.com.au and on socials @cheekmediaco Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.By Hannah Ferguson, Kristin Perissinotto
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The election has been called for May 21, which marks the end of an accpetable time to argue with people who are already on your side. Let's talk about it! Find us online at cheekmedia.com.au and on socials @cheekmediaco Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.By Hannah Ferguson, Kristin Perissinotto
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In this episode, we talk about a white woman's place in feminism, the importance of intersectionality, and how to educate yourself on being a better ally. Find us online at cheekmedia.com.au and on socials @cheekmediaco Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.By Hannah Ferguson, Kristin Perissinotto
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In this episode, we interview Dhanya Mani, founder of Kate's List. When Dhanya Mani worked as a Liberal Party staffer under the NSW Baird Government, she was subjected to inappropriate conduct by a senior parliamentary staffer. On one occasion, Dhanya was indecently assaulted in her own home. Dhanya reported what had happened to her, exhausting eve…
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In this episode, we've taken to Instagram to ask our followers about the feminist ideas they can't get behind. We're talking man-hating, body hair, and nudity. Find us online at cheekmedia.com.au and on socials @cheekmediaco Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.By Hannah Ferguson, Kristin Perissinotto
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In this episode, we're talking about the importance of upholding democracy even if it means supporting causes that go against everything you stand for. Find us online at cheekmedia.com.au and on socials @cheekmediaco Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.By Hannah Ferguson, Kristin Perissinotto
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In this episode, we talk about the reality TV-level drama going on in federal politics right now. Gladys Berejiklian, Barnaby Joyce, and possibly Peter Dutton have been caught sending mean texts about Scott. Who leaked the texts? Will we see a leadership spill in the Liberal Party? We frankly have no idea, but we're talking about it. Find us online…
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In this episode, we're talking about the power of one vote, Kristin explains the preferential voting system and the importance of numbering every box on your ballot, and the myths conservative parties feed us (they're not that good for the economy). Find us online at cheekmedia.com.au and on socials @cheekmediaco Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priv…
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In this episode, we're reading submissions about the worst jobs our Instagram followers have had, and sharing our own worst jobs. We’re talking everything from sexual assault and fraud to high turnover rates and general corporate bullshit. And speaking of work, we are taking a short break from the podcast over the holiday period to relax and unwind…
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In this episode, we read our Instagram followers' anti-feminist confessions and divulge our own. Kristin made a questionable voting decision when she was 18, and Hannah refuses to change a lightbulb. Find us online at cheekmedia.com.au and on socials @cheekmediaco Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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In this episode, we talk about the idea of trickle down feminism, the status of women in federal politics, our trailblazing queen Julia Gillard and how far away the next woman PM is, diversity (or lack of) in the Liberal party and national politics in general, and the glass cliff analogy. Find us online at cheekmedia.com.au and on socials @cheekmed…
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In this bonus episode, we speak with author and Guardian coloumnist Van Badham about her new book, Qanon and On that explores conspiracy theories. Van talks about internet hate, conspiracies (of course), and democracy. Enjoy, and come back on Tuesday night for our regularly scheduled episodes! Find us online at cheekmedia.com.au and on socials @che…
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In this episode, we're talking about the recent parody post Celeste Barber made of supermodel Emily Ratajkowski, or Em Rata, which has been heavily scrutinised online over the past two weeks. Can sexualising yourself be a feminist act? What's the patriarchal bargain and is it okay? Can we tell women to stop posting provocative images? Let's DISCUSS…
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In this episode, we talk about the things we tolerate as women, and some of the unwanted opinions we've gotten on our Cheek content over the past year. We discuss the times we didn't say anything when we should have, being polite to mitigate uncomfortable situations, and outlawing kisses on the cheek ;) from men we don't even know. Find us online a…
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In this episode, we're discussing a New York Times opinion piece that prompted us to wonder whether political progressives or conservatives are happier people. Is ignorance bliss when it comes to political and social issues and inequality? How do people on either side of the political spectrum celebrate success? Are conservatives happier when the L…
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