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What’s good (and what’s great) at this year’s comedy festival so far

From a show where musicals meet PowerPoint,to a trip back in time,here are our latest reviews.

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Martha Stewart in a scene from Martha,a Netflix documentary about her life.

Martha Stewart to speak at Sydney’s Vivid festival

The lifestyle entrepreneur,83,will travel to Sydney to discuss her four-decade career and the evolution of her personal brand.

  • Kate Lahey andNell Geraets
Chappell Roan’s remarks about parenthood have certainly gotten people talking,but are they fair?

Chappell Roan says parenthood is ‘hell’. Here’s what the experts say

The pop star’s comments have triggered a major online debate,angering some parents while others nod in agreement. Now,experts weigh in on the realities of parenthood.

  • Nell Geraets
Eric Bauza is now the voice behind iconic Looney Tunes characters like Daffy Duck,Bugs Bunny,Tweety and Sylvester.

‘That’s not all,folks!’ The voice actor taking Looney Tunes back to its roots

Eric Bauza has always loved cartoons. Now,he’s the voice of his all-time favourite.

  • Nell Geraets
A year ago,NewJeans was one of K-pop’s top-selling acts. Now,their future is in doubt.

These Australian teens stood up to a giant record label. Now they’re feeling the pain

NewJeans were one of the top-selling acts in K-pop. But thanks to a legal stoush with their parent company,their future is in limbo.

  • Nell Geraets
The White Lotus makes female friendship triangles look messy and toxic. Is it a fair depiction?

The White Lotus makes female friendship trios look toxic. Here’s what it gets wrong

Pop culture depictions of female friendship triangles paint a picture of power shifts,backstabbing and gossip. But there’s so much more to socialising in threes.

  • Nell Geraets
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Adolescence highlights a concern most parents have today:what is my child being exposed to online?

The adults in Adolescence are clueless. Here’s how to do better

Beyond the horrific crime committed,the most shocking aspect of Netflix’s Adolescence is the lack of understanding most of the adults demonstrate of the online world. Here’s how to engage with your teen – and why it’s so important.

  • Nell Geraets
Meg Shaw and Geoff Paine prepare for the Laughter Lab

The comedy show aiming to prove that laughter really is medicine

There will be ice water and dad jokes – what’s the worst that could happen?

  • Nell Geraets
Ted Lasso is more than just biscuits and believe signs.

Hat-trick or own goal:Does Ted Lasso deserve a fourth season?

As Jason Sudeikis gears up for a fourth season on the pitch,two critics argue why it’s OK to love – or hate – the show.

  • Nell Geraets andHannah Hammoud
The Hunger Games books have sold millions of copies and been adapted into blockbuster films.

Everything you need to remember before opening the new Hunger Games book

Sunrise on the Reaping,the fifth book in the wildly popular series,is now on sale. Brush up on these plot points before diving into the second prequel that has fans queueing outside bookstores for a copy.

  • Nell Geraets