Double A Chattery with Amanda Keller and Anita McGregor
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- Nov 11, 2026
About the podcast
One is an Australian media legend who doesn’t shy away from toilet humour on the radio, the other has a proper job as a forensic psychologist. Amanda Keller and her best friend Anita McGregor are often seen walking around their neighbourhood or catching up over a cup of tea discussing the things we’re all talking about (or not talking about)
Double A Chattery is your weekly hit for smart, funny, dumb, engaging, and topical conversation.
Episodes 159
Dinner Parties: Are They A Thing Of The Past?
Whatever happened to the good old-fashioned dinner party? Amanda and Anita talk childhood memories, hosting anxiety, the lost art of socialising and some hilariously outdated advice for the perfect hostess. And …
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Whatever happened to the good old-fashioned dinner party? Amanda and Anita talk childhood memories, hosting anxiety, the lost art of socialising and some hilariously outdated advice for the perfect hostess. And when the night’s over, how do you politely tell everyone to go home?
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Why Space Exploration Matters with Katherine Bennell-Pegg
On this week’s episode, Amanda & Anita sit down with astronaut and Australian of the Year Katherine Bennell-Pegg to explore why self-care, striving for excellence and becoming the best version of yourself are …
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On this week’s episode, Amanda & Anita sit down with astronaut and Australian of the Year Katherine Bennell-Pegg to explore why self-care, striving for excellence and becoming the best version of yourself are just as important as technical skill when preparing for space travel.
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Why Won’t Fashion Just Grow UP!
This week, Amanda and Anita ask why fashion seems obsessed with youth when grown women are ready and willing to spend. From twenty-something models to flimsy fabrics and the eternal search for something stylish …
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This week, Amanda and Anita ask why fashion seems obsessed with youth when grown women are ready and willing to spend. From twenty-something models to flimsy fabrics and the eternal search for something stylish that isn’t cropped, cut out or completely shapeless- has fashion forgotten the women actually buying the clothes?
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The Brain Cliff with Dr Norman Swan
This week, Amanda & Anita get inside the brain with one of Australia’s most trusted doctors, Dr Norman Swan. He explains why brain ageing isn’t all about decline — and how we can help our brains adapt, stay …
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This week, Amanda & Anita get inside the brain with one of Australia’s most trusted doctors, Dr Norman Swan. He explains why brain ageing isn’t all about decline — and how we can help our brains adapt, stay resilient and keep working well.
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Death of the Dining Table
Whatever happened to the family dinner table? Amanda and Anita explore how the heart of the home has shifted from the dining room to the lounge room, why shared meals still matter, and what we're losing when we …
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Whatever happened to the family dinner table? Amanda and Anita explore how the heart of the home has shifted from the dining room to the lounge room, why shared meals still matter, and what we're losing when we stop gathering around the table.
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The Leaks Lady
On this week’s episode, Amanda and Anita chat with Roisin O’Bentley from Thrive Physiotherapy. The UK based physiotherapist, affectionately known as ‘The Leaks Lady’, teaches women how to get the most out of …
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On this week’s episode, Amanda and Anita chat with Roisin O’Bentley from Thrive Physiotherapy.
The UK based physiotherapist, affectionately known as ‘The Leaks Lady’, teaches women how to get the most out of their bodies without letting the fear of leakage get in the way of a good time.
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RERUN: Conspiracies
This week on Double A Chattery, Amanda and Anita explore why conspiracy theories captivate us. From tin hats and wild tales- like Ellen DeGeneres eating her ex and a dolphin kidnapper- to their own beliefs and …
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This week on Double A Chattery, Amanda and Anita explore why conspiracy theories captivate us. From tin hats and wild tales- like Ellen DeGeneres eating her ex and a dolphin kidnapper- to their own beliefs and the importance of critical thinking. The episode covers how conspiracies provide comfort, and why learning to question what we hear matters more than ever.
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Dear Mini
This week on Double A Chattery, Amanda opens her heart about one of the hardest goodbyes she's ever faced... the loss of her beloved dog, Mini. In an emotional and deeply personal conversation, Amanda shares …
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This week on Double A Chattery, Amanda opens her heart about one of the hardest goodbyes she's ever faced... the loss of her beloved dog, Mini.
In an emotional and deeply personal conversation, Amanda shares how she knew it was time to let Mini go, the final moments they spent together, and the heartbreak that comes with losing a cherished companion. It's a touching discussion about love, grief and the lasting impact our animals have on our lives.
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All Things Kitsch With The Queen Of Cool
On today’s podcast, Amanda and Anita chat to one of the coolest and most colourful people on the Australian art scene. Her name is Stavroula Adameitis, known by many as Frida Las Vegas; she’s a designer and …
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On today’s podcast, Amanda and Anita chat to one of the coolest and most colourful people on the Australian art scene. Her name is Stavroula Adameitis, known by many as Frida Las Vegas; she’s a designer and author whose work sits somewhere between popular culture, nostalgia, maximalism and futures-thinking.
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The Friendship Files
How many different types of friends do you have? This week on Double A Chattery, Amanda and Anita unpack the friendships that shape our lives, the surprising rules around becoming friends with a friend’s friend …
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How many different types of friends do you have? This week on Double A Chattery, Amanda and Anita unpack the friendships that shape our lives, the surprising rules around becoming friends with a friend’s friend and share the story of how a mutual connection brought them together in the first place.
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The Power of Saying No
On this week’s episode, Amanda and Anita explore the art of saying no — why it can feel so hard, especially for people-pleasers, and how learning to say no can help us set healthier boundaries.See …
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On this week’s episode, Amanda and Anita explore the art of saying no — why it can feel so hard, especially for people-pleasers, and how learning to say no can help us set healthier boundaries.
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Job Rich, Time Poor
This week on Double A Chattery, Amanda and Anita explore the myth of the perfect job, why even dream careers come with downsides, and whether modern life has left us with less free time than ever before.See …
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This week on Double A Chattery, Amanda and Anita explore the myth of the perfect job, why even dream careers come with downsides, and whether modern life has left us with less free time than ever before.
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Politics & Power with Hannah Ferguson
Today on the podcast, Amanda & Anita speak with Australian political commentator, author, and media entrepreneur Hannah Ferguson. She’s the young woman with a big voice… challenging the way we view politics and …
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Today on the podcast, Amanda & Anita speak with Australian political commentator, author, and media entrepreneur Hannah Ferguson. She’s the young woman with a big voice… challenging the way we view politics and how she’s helping a new generation shape the future of public dialogue.
Hannah Ferguson's upcoming tour dates:
Thursday, 1 October 2026 – Canberra Theatre Centre, Canberra, ACT
Friday, 2 October 2026 – State Theatre, Sydney, NSW
Saturday, 3 October 2026 – Her Majesty's Theatre, Adelaide, SA
Sunday, 4 October 2026 – QPAC Concert Hall, Brisbane, QLD
Thursday, 8 October 2026 – Hamer Hall (Arts Centre Melbourne), Melbourne, VIC
Wednesday, 28 October 2026 – Astor Theatre, Perth, WASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Fall of the Tradwife
The tradwife aesthetic was once everywhere, but the shine may finally be wearing off. Amanda and Anita dive into the world of Nara Smith, Ballerina Farm and the influencers redefining or abandoning the …
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The tradwife aesthetic was once everywhere, but the shine may finally be wearing off. Amanda and Anita dive into the world of Nara Smith, Ballerina Farm and the influencers redefining or abandoning the movement, while exploring what happens when a lifestyle trend blurs into a political push for women to surrender independence and power.
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Second Chances with Andrew Padayachy
On today’s episode, Amanda and Anita speak with Andrew Padayachy about his work with Justice Health, his own lived experience... and how he’s paying it forward through his work.See omnystudio.com/listener for …
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On today’s episode, Amanda and Anita speak with Andrew Padayachy about his work with Justice Health, his own lived experience... and how he’s paying it forward through his work.
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The Girls Dinner of Episodes
This week on Double A Chattery, Amanda and Anita are letting the conversation wander wherever it pleases. From the heartfelt stories listeners shared after their jewellery episode, to whale symbolism, true …
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This week on Double A Chattery, Amanda and Anita are letting the conversation wander wherever it pleases. From the heartfelt stories listeners shared after their jewellery episode, to whale symbolism, true crime, meditation music, family trips and the challenge of keeping all the plates spinning, it's a warm, thoughtful chat between friends.
Take a moment to unwind with Amanda's favourite meditation playlists: Collection 1, Collection 2 and Collection 3
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Busy Bees
This week Amanda and Anita chat to native beekeeper and educator, Ian Driver about the fascinating world of native bees, why they matter, and what we can do to help them thrive.See omnystudio.com/listener for …
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This week Amanda and Anita chat to native beekeeper and educator, Ian Driver about the fascinating world of native bees, why they matter, and what we can do to help them thrive.
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It's A Hard Left Life!
This week on Double A Chattery, Amanda explains what it's really like being left-handed in a world built for right-handers. From everyday annoyances to fascinating historical attitudes towards lefties, Amanda …
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This week on Double A Chattery, Amanda explains what it's really like being left-handed in a world built for right-handers. From everyday annoyances to fascinating historical attitudes towards lefties, Amanda and Anita explore how something so simple can have a surprisingly big impact on life.
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The Secret Life Of An Escort Tester
What’s it like to run an escort agency for women? And who makes sure the staff is up to par? This week, Anita and Amanda sit down with Anna, the founder of a female-focused escort agency, and Jasmine, the woman …
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What’s it like to run an escort agency for women? And who makes sure the staff is up to par? This week, Anita and Amanda sit down with Anna, the founder of a female-focused escort agency, and Jasmine, the woman hired to "test" the male escorts before they officially start.
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For The Love Of Jewellery!
This week, the girls are talking jewellery - not the flashy stuff, but the pieces that mean everything. From sentimental treasures to everyday staples, Amanda and Anita share the stories behind what they wear… …
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This week, the girls are talking jewellery - not the flashy stuff, but the pieces that mean everything. From sentimental treasures to everyday staples, Amanda and Anita share the stories behind what they wear… and why the real value isn’t in the price tag, but the memories they carry.
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Cybersecurity with Dr Andrew Reeves
This week, Amanda and Anita chat with cybersecurity expert Dr Andrew Reeves about how to spot scams, stay safe online, and understand the tips and tricks scammers use to catch people out.See …
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This week, Amanda and Anita chat with cybersecurity expert Dr Andrew Reeves about how to spot scams, stay safe online, and understand the tips and tricks scammers use to catch people out.
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The Culture of Dobbing
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 …
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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?
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The Other Side Of The Red Pill Movement
This week Amanda and Anita chat to Flynn Martin who found himself at the centre of much controversy last August when he took social media asking ‘is it wrong to be a wrong, straight male’. After admitting to …
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This week Amanda and Anita chat to Flynn Martin who found himself at the centre of much controversy last August when he took social media asking ‘is it wrong to be a wrong, straight male’. After admitting to being “slightly radicalised” by masculinity influencers like Andrew Tate- he’s come out the other side and is sharing the warning signs and helping other young men from falling into the same trap.
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Have We Lost The Art Of Having Fun?
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 …
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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?
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Your Finance Questions Answered
In today’s episode, finance expert and author Mel Browne is back to answer all your burning money-related questions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Well, That's Interesting!
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 …
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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.
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In Bed with Dr Michael Breus
On this week’s episode, Amanda and Anita chat with LA-based sleep expert Dr Michael Breus. They delve into all the important topics including exploding head syndrome, how sleeping changes as we age, and… is …
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On this week’s episode, Amanda and Anita chat with LA-based sleep expert Dr Michael Breus. They delve into all the important topics including exploding head syndrome, how sleeping changes as we age, and… is sleep the new sex?
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Our Obsession With True Crime
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 …
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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.
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Unf*cking your Finances with Mel Browne
In this week’s episode, we speak with expert and author of Unf*ck Your Finances and Dare to be Wealthy, Mel Browne. The finance expert shares her tips and tricks for feeling less overwhelmed when it comes to …
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In this week’s episode, we speak with expert and author of Unf*ck Your Finances and Dare to be Wealthy, Mel Browne. The finance expert shares her tips and tricks for feeling less overwhelmed when it comes to our finances. Mel encourages women to develop healthy financial habits, set clear goals, and overcome barriers to financial independence.
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"The R*pe Academy"
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 …
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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.au
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