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Hello, Sealed Section listeners! We’ve got something special for you today—an episode from our MID podcast that we think you'll really enjoy. In this episode, Holly Wainwright interviews Antonia Murphy, a woman who knows every intimate details of sex and the sex work industry.  Antonia’s life took a dramatic turn when her marriage fell apart while raising three kids. Many women make big changes after divorce, but Antonia took it to a whole new level—she opened a legal, ethical brothel. In this candid, shame-free conversation, Antonia shares the events that led her to this path, what she learned about the women working at the brothel, what they truly needed, and what the clients—almost all men—wanted (and yes, it’s surprising). If you'd like to listen to more MID you can listen to season four here.  You can follow Antonia on Instagram here You can find her book, Madam, here Listen to my conversation with Rachel Griffiths, who plays Antonia in the TV series, Madam, here. THE END BITS:  Share your feedback! Send us a voice message or email us at [email protected]  Follow us on Instagram @MidbyMamamia or sign up to the MID newsletter, dropping weekly here.  Mamamia's new podcast BIZ is rewriting the rules of work with no generic advice - just real strategies from women who've actually been there. Listen here. CREDITS: Host: Holly Wainwright Executive Producer: Naima Brown Senior Producer: Grace Rouvray Producer: Tahli Blackman Audio Producer: Jacob Round Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Support the show: https://www.mamamia.com.au/mplus/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A night out at a familiar club. The pulsing music and low lights create the perfect atmosphere for letting loose. What begins as casual people-watching turns electric when she locks eyes with a beautiful stranger across the bar. Between meaningful glances and her partner's knowing smile, the evening turns unexpectedly when the mysterious woman approaches their table... THE END BITS:  Content Warning: This episode contains mature themes and is intended for adult audiences Butter is a podcast by Mamamia. Listen to more Mamamia podcasts here. She's listening to butter... CREDITS: Producer: Stef MacFie  Writer: Alix Nicholson  Audio Producer: Tegan Sadler Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Support the show: https://www.mamamia.com.au/mplus/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Office politics just got complicated...She's gunning for a promotion. He's the annoyingly competent (and yes, attractive) colleague competing for the same role. They've managed to keep their rivalry strictly professional until a late-night presentation prep in his corner office changes everything... Content Warning: This episode contains mature themes and is intended for adult audiences Want more spicy episodes? Subscribe to Mamamia Butter is a podcast by Mamamia. Listen to more Mamamia podcasts here. CREDITS: Producer: Stef MacFie  Audio Producer: Jacob Round Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Support the show: https://www.mamamia.com.au/mplus/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah* was in a 20 year marriage with three kids, when one day a lightbulb went off… “I think I’m gay”. Now in her 50’s, she has been in a relationship with a woman for two years but she still doesn't feel safe to come out to everyone in her life, including her parents.  This episode Sarah tells Sophie about how she discovered she was attracted to women and the hurt this discovery caused, but why she would do it all over again to find herself.  *Sarah's name has been changed to protect her privacy.  Liked this episode? Mamamia is curating 100 hours of summer listening. Check it out here CONTENT WARNING: This story includes descriptions of sexual assault and domestic violence that may be distressing to some listeners. If it raises any issues for you, or if you just feel like you need to speak to someone, please call 1800 RESPECT (1800 737 732) – the national sexual assault, domestic and family violence counselling service.  THE END BITS Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH: Want to share your story? Email us at [email protected] CREDITS: Host: Sophie Cachia Executive Producer: Talissa Bazaz Audio Producer: Leah Porges Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation and the Wurundjeri people of Kulin. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Support the show: https://www.mamamia.com.au/mplus/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Carren Strock was 43 when she attended a local book club and met the woman who left her with a life changing questions... "is it her, or am I a lesbian." The author and pioneer went on to write one of the most prolific pieces of queer literature, a groundbreaking book called Married Women Who Love Women, first published in the 1990's and now in it's third edition. The book started as a way for Carren to feel less alone, and it has helped thousands of people feel the same around the world.  She joins Sophie from her home in New York, to chat about the book, her coming out journey, and her relationship with her husband who she is still married to decades on. Liked this episode? Mamamia is curating 100 hours of summer listening. Check it out here THE END BITS Subscribe to Mamamia You can get your copy of Carren Strock's book Married Women Who Love Women, here.  GET IN TOUCH: Want to share your story? Email us at [email protected] CREDITS: Host: Sophie Cachia Our guest: Carren Strock Executive Producer: Talissa Bazaz Audio Producer: Leah Porges Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation and the Wurundjeri people of Kulin. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Support the show: https://www.mamamia.com.au/mplus/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.