Iranian soccer players escape minders to stay in Australia

In the middle of the night five members of the Lionesses, the Iranian women's soccer team, escaped their minders to stay in Australia. The five women feared persecution after they were labelled "traitors" for refusing to sing the national anthem before a game at the Women's Asian Cup. Jules and Jez also talk about MAFS and how one particular contestant is being challenged on his sexist views.   Julia Baird and Jeremy Fernandez chat about the stories you're obsessed with, the stuff you've missed and the things that matter. Episodes drop every Wednesday afternoon. We want to hear from you! Join the conversation and email the show at notstupid@abc.net.au SHOW NOTES: Not Stupid Podcast Opera & Ballet Mixtape