Double A Chattery with Amanda Keller and Anita McGregor
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.
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Have you ever seen a man organise a cake for someone’s birthday in the office? Anita’s come across research about “non-promotable work” – those tasks that won’t get you anywhere in your career but which, surprise surprise, always seem to fall into the women’s hands. How can we get better at setting boundaries?
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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 joi...
Strap yourselves in, because we’re going deep into the world of AI Therapy bots. Anita, drawing on her professional experience in psychology, highlights the irreplaceable nuances of human connection and professional boundaries in therapy, and answers the question, can a bot be as good as a real therapist?
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We're exploring the tangled web of modern work culture — from padded resumes to keystroke monitoring. In today’s high-surveillance, high-stakes job market, is it okay to lie a little to get ahead? And if you're doing the job well, does it matter how you got in the door?
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It’s Mother’s Day this weekend, so we’re celebrating by bringing in Amanda's sons, Jack and Liam, for a special episode where they spill the tea about what it was really like growing up with a mum in the spotlight. Expect affection, awkwardness, and a whole lot of oversharing.
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This week, we unpack the rise of panic rooms, secret bunkers, and even flammable moats (yes, that’s a thing), and what this rise says about the fear and uncertainty so many of us are feeling. Luckily, we have a psychologist in the house to give us some practical tips to deal with it all!
Cousins play a unique role in our lives, so we were worried to hear about "The Great Cousin Decline"... We explore how shifting family dynamics are changing our connections, and ask: Why does cousin marriage feel icky? Is that instinct or culture? And why don’t we have a better word for a cousin who’s also your closest confidante?
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This week, we’re unravelling the beauty of low-pressure leisure — whether it’s knitting in a cinema, baking from gravestones, or doing absolutely nothing at all (yes, that’s a thing now).
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This week, we dive into the world of Mel Robbins — the powerhouse podcaster who vies with Joe Rogan to be the most listened-to voice in the world. We talk about who she is, why she’s resonating, and what we took from her bestselling book.
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Anita had a birthday, which got us thinking: what does it really mean to get older? What kind of old ladies do we want to be? And for that matter, when do we start being “old”?
In this episode, we reflect on how aging shapes our personalities, productivity, and how we’re perceived. Why do we wait till we’re older be bold, free, and unapologetically ourselves?
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And reminiscing about the toys of our childhood, before diving into the biggest trends shaping the toy industry today. From the rise of ‘kidults’ to the ever-evolving world of gaming, we unpack why toys aren’t just for kids anymore.
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We don't want to holiday in the South of France — we just want to take a book down to the South Coast and spend the weekend surrounded by the people we know and love. Is that so shocking?
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In this live show, Amanda reflects on moments with her mum and the words she never got to say. Anita shares a deeply personal story about losing her dad and the things she thought she had expressed—but now, decades later, realises she hadn’t.
And to cap it off, a special guest joins to share how they manage to find glimmers in the most unexpected places—yes, even in roadkill.
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The need for human connection is universal, but in today's disconnected world loneliness has become an epidemic. Luckily, Amanda has discovered that the Japanese have invented a few unusual solutions...
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Ever turned down Hugh Jackman in a dream? Anita has. And Amanda (rightfully) has questions.
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This week, we're talking about preconceived ideas about romantic relationships between men and women. Apparently, according to an article our resident psychologist read recently, men need us and want us more than they let on. Who would have guessed it?
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Are you suffering from post-holiday blues? You're not alone! Anita, ever-curious, went searching on the internet and came across an article that gives some absolutely ridiculous advice on how to "ease your back to work blues". Although we do like the suggestion to "Incorporate elements of your holiday into daily life". Breakfast Piña Coladas, anyone?
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Do you shove all 76 items into a suitcase at the last minute, or do you capsule pack less than what you’ll need in a carry on backpack? Are you an anxious traveller, or could you take the challenge to be the last person on a flight? Plus, Anita shares a lovely moment from our community, and in case you haven’t heard, we have our very first live show coming up!
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