5: The Female Gaze, 2016, and the Allure of Cigarettes

We're throwing it back to 2016 for a nostalgia-filled deep dive for the year of Instagram Stories, Snake Drama, and Tropical House. Plus, we chat about recent drama at MONA, the role of the female gaze in the creator economy, and the ineffable power of a cigarette.Subscribe to our newsletter for behind the scenes reflections on the making of Broadly Relevant. ✎ These are the links we mentioned:Kate Middleton Conspiracies & The Power of MonocultureWA has introduced what it says are the 'toughest' nang laws in the country. Will they work? - ABC NewsWhy is the US suing Apple? All to knowUK smoking ban for those born after 2009 starts journey into lawWA has introduced what it says are the 'toughest' nang laws in the country. Will they work? - ABC NewsArtist behind Mona’s ladies-only lounge ‘absolutely delighted’ man is suing for gender discrimination | Mona | The GuardianWe hope you loved the pod, hosted by your fave personality hires Simran Pasricha & Ryan Hamilton. Tell a friend about us and we'll love you forever! Otherwise, we'll see you next week with a new episode.Recorded on unceded Bunurong and Wurundjeri country by two friends who met on Kombumerri country. This always was, and always will be, Aboriginal land. Join us in ​Paying the Rent​.