"The Families Feel Desperate" Mum Of Aussie On Gaza Flotilla Speaks Out & Truth About Your Luteal Phase

What exactly happened when Israel intercepted the Global Sumud Flotilla? If you ask the families of the Australians on board, they've reported alleged abuse and torture. Plus, we break down the luteal phase; why this final stretch of the menstrual cycle has become short-hand for feeling low, and what's actually happening in your body. And in headlines today, Australian activists in Israeli detention for attempting to deliver aid to Gaza have been deported to Jordan; Zelda Williams is begging people to stop sending her AI videos of her late dad Robin Williams calling it "gross"; It’s International Plasma Week, the Mum of Australia’s only child with severe Factor V deficiency, urging Aussies to consider donating; Tennis ace Novak Djokovic has thrown up and passed out while playing in brutally hot conditions in China, but still went on to win his match THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here GET IN TOUCH Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at [email protected] CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy Guests: Dr Pav Nanayakkara, Gynaecologist Jacinta McEwen & Jessica Mamone, family & friends of Surya McEwen Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribe See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.