The Christian O’Connell Show
Join Christian O’Connell for a show full of big laughs and big heart. We'd love for you to get involved, so no matter which episode you're listening to, if you've got something to add, email Christian any time: christian@christianoconnell.com.au. Live weekdays from 6am till 9am in Melbourne on GOLD104.3, Sydney on GOLD101.7, Brisbane on GOLD DAB+, Adelaide on GOLD DAB+, and in Perth on GOLD80s DAB+, and weeknights across Australia from 6pm till 7pm.
FULL: Sir Nan A Lot
A huge pre Easter show today!
Double Thumbs Up delivered fresh recommendations, Pump Man returned with more fuel giveaways and we looked ahead to the long weekend with everyone’s Bright Side plans.
Plus, we added new entries to Sounds of Australia and the show wrapped with Take a Band on Holiday for today’s Time Waster.
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MINI: Double Thumbs Up
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FULL: Yearning For Lobster
The show kicked off with a strong 3 Word Week So Far and rolled straight into another round of Punny Business brilliance.
Plus, we launched Sounds of Australia - our very own museum of iconic Aussie noises. What Are The Odds delivered some unbelievable coincidences, and we wrapped with Lucky Movies for today’s Time Waster.
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MINI: Sounds Of Australia
Christian O'Connell's morning show is a must-listen, and today's topic is a ripper. He's talking about one of Australia's most iconic speeches, and you'll be laughing out loud. Christian shares a hilarious clip from 1991 that's been seen a million times, but still never fails to entertain.From the sound of the kookaburra to the infamous "get your hands off me" line, this episode is a fun and lighthearted chat about the sounds that define our country.
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FULL: Risk It For A Biscuit
Monday Winners & Losers returned with Pats’ texting teen troubles, Rio’s rotten figs and the mystery of why Easter is on a different day each year.
Punny Business was back with some of the best (and worst) shop names ever.
Plus, Signs You’re an Adult hit a little too close to home and AWTW served up Meat Bands.
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MINI: Are You Interested In A Breakfast Show?
A hospital visit that turned into a lovely encounter with a listener over a cup of tea and some biscuits.
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FULL: A Mid Life Crisis Out Loud
The show kicked off with 3 Word Weekend which delivered everything from gutter‑cleaning disasters to Christian learning life is better when your team wins. Then, How’d You Lose a Tooth? exploded with trampoline mishaps, frozen apples, rat traps and a legendary six‑tooth Curly Wurly incident.
Plus, Christian also shared his chaotic cinema trip featuring a bickering couple, Pump Man returned and we had Lazy Movies for At Work Time Wasters!
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MINI: Cinema Encounter
Christian recounts a wild encounter with an elderly couple, Malcolm and his wife, at an Elvis movie. As Christian tries to enjoy the film, Malcolm starts snacking on his popcorn and even makes off with his Toblerone. But what happens next is just the beginning of a series of events that will leave you in stitches.
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MINI: 3 Word Weekend
Christian shares a personal story about his weekend, where he questioned whether following his favorite team was worth the stress and emotional rollercoaster. He talks about how his wife's words of caution and his own experiences with the team's ups and downs made him realize the true extent of his emotional investment. Christian also touches on the impact of technology on our viewing experiences, specifically how easily we can look up information during TV shows, and how this can ruin the enjoyment of the moment.
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FULL: Quality Dick Van Dyke
In this episode of the Christian O'Connell Show, Christian and the team discuss the ups and downs of the week, from the Easter Show giveaway to the challenges of Australian radio. They also dive into the theme of "fame in the family," where listeners share their incredible stories of famous relatives, including connections to Nick Cave and even Dick Van Dyke.
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MINI: Double Thumbs Up
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FULL: Last Video Store on Earth
Christian reminisces about the old days of video stores and announces the launch of the "Last Video Store on Earth". Listeners can browse a collection of donated DVDs and choose a movie to receive in the mail.
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MINI: Tombstone Texts
In this episode, Patsy shares a terrifying dream about a Dracula figure, which she vividly describes as a presence in her bedroom. The hosts delve into the world of dream analysis, wondering what the subconscious might be trying to tell them.
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FULL: Da Pang
Patsy prepped for her big book launch while the team kicked off 3 Word Week So Far with gems like “Slashed By Grater,” “Code Brown Emergency,” and “Sayonara Father’s Day.”
Pump Man returned in force, before Operation Meat Tray delivered another round of listeners' slogans describing the show.
Plus, new What Are The Odds and Kitchen Movies for AWTW.
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MINI: 3 Word Week So Far
Christian O'Connell's three-word weeks so far is Sayinara Father's Day. In this episode, Christian talks about his daughter's upcoming trip to Japan, where she'll celebrate Father's Day without him. Christian jokingly considers surprising her in Tokyo!
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FULL: The Hungarian Paprika
Rio kicked off as a Monday Winner after “acquiring” rose bushes from a neighbour, while Christian had already powered through a full morning of chores before sunrise.
Listeners got involved with their positive reviews of the show for Operation Meat Tray and shared wild stories in Animals That Took a Dislike and Healthy Songs brought the nutritious hits for AWTW!
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MINI: Things That Make You Go Grrr
Christian shares his pet peeves, starting with fake customer service reps who don't follow through on their promises. And Patsy is frustrated with poorly signed detours and roadwork that leaves drivers confused.
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FULL: Operation Meat Tray
Christian kicks off the morning with a rant about fuel prices before we dive into 3 Word Weekend, f
We pay tribute to Chuck Norris, share your stories of being star‑struck, and revisit the posters that once covered your bedroom walls.
Then it’s time for Pump Man, another round of Misheard Lyrics and the team reacts to the latest radio ratings.
We wrap with a high octane edition of Fuel Movies for AWTW.
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MINI: Operation Meat Tray
In this episode, we're talking about a wild ride in the radio world. Christian shares a hilarious story about how their show's first radio ratings came out, and they're sitting strong in Melbourne. But the real challenge is in Sydney, where the competition is fierce. The team's goal is to move from fourth to third place, and the boss has a special incentive - a meat tray for everyone if they succeed. But what does the show offer that sets it apart? We need you to describe the show in one line and share with us! Email: Christian@christianoconnell...
MINI: Chuck Norris
In this episode, Christian O'Connell shares personal stories about his childhood heroes, Chuck Norris and Bruce Lee. He talks about the iconic posters on his bedroom wall as a kid and the time he met Chuck Norris in London. Christian also opens up about being starstruck and what it's like to meet famous people, including his producer Teena's encounter with Ricky Martin. The conversation takes a humorous turn as they discuss the ridiculousness of Chuck Norris action jeans and the importance of being "Roundhouse ready."
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FULL: They Don't Make Men Like This Anymore
Christian’s gearing up to meet his daughter’s new boyfriend (with strict instructions for no shenanigans), Patsy is preparing for a military‑precision road trip, and Rio has been signed up for a surprise Zumba class.
We check in on your Brightside of the Weekend, plus a fresh round of Double Thumbs Up, the Last Video Shop on Earth, and a very cheerful edition of Make a Band Happy for AWTW.
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MINI: Double Thumbs Up
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FULL: Have You Got A Howler?
We dive into a big round of Tombstone Texts, the Name Game As In, relive the glory days of video shops, and officially launch The Last Video Shop on Earth - where listeners can rent DVDs straight from the show.
Then the main event: Robbie Williams joins us, bringing stories, energy and star power to the show.
We wrap with a cracking edition of Make a Movie Shorter for AWTW.
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MINI: ROBBIE WILLIAMS Interview
Christian O'Connell chats with Robbie Williams about life's ups and downs. They start with a funny story about Christian doing shoulder exercises on live TV, which leads to a conversation about the challenges of getting older. Robbie shares his own experiences with back and joint issues, and they commiserate about the struggles of middle age. The conversation takes a heartwarming turn as they discuss being parents and how their own childhoods compare to their kids' lives today. With humor and honesty, they explore the pros and cons of growing up in the 80s and 90s versus raising their own...
FULL: The Christian O'Connell Show - Classic Throwbacks
Christian is away today, so we’re rolling out a collection of classic throwbacks - from What Did You Believe As a Kid? to Christian’s unforgettable midday confusion.
Plus, we dive into some truly wild What Are The Odds stories and finish with a feel‑good round of Positive Songs for At Work Time Wasters.
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MINI: Do Paramedics Steal Shoes?
We're diving into three stories that'll get your goat, from a paramedic's shoe-throwing prank to a viral clip of a chair-hitting incident. We're also asking: what's been hitting your head lately?
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MINI: Moving To London After One Date
Christian delves into a heartwarming love story about a couple who met in Canada and are now getting married in Sydney.
How did you meet your partner?
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FULL: Best Bits Of The Christian O'Connell Show
Christian is away today, so we’ve pulled together a stack of the show’s best bits - from Things That Make You Go Grrr, to a chaotic round of Two Topic: Nude Stories and a brilliantly silly run of Mammal Bands for Time Wasters!
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MINI: Why Are You Called That
In this episode, Christian O'Connell chats with his listeners about their names and the stories behind them. Hear from people with unique and often humorous name origins.
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FULL: Nudists In A Greek Cave
Caitlin is back from her wedding and we dive straight into 3 Word Weekend - Christian sitting next to Theo Walcott at the footy, Rio hosting the in laws while participating in a Heated Rivalry look-alike comp and Alex celebrating both teams winning.
We also uncover the stories behind your names in Why Are You Called That?, enjoy a huge round of Misheard Lyrics and wrap things up with a brilliantly angsty edition of Teenage Movies for Time Wasters!
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MINI: Rio's Heated Rivalry Look A Like Competition
producer Rio's latest adventure takes a wild turn as he recounts his experience at the Heated Rivalry lookalike competition. From the chaotic crowd to the hilarious challenges, Rio shares the inside scoop on what it was like to participate in this unique competition. With a dash of humor and a pinch of embarrassment, Rio dishes out the details on the night's events, including a surprise win and a very special prize.
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FULL: Innuendo Friday
We kick off with the Bright Side of the Weekend. From Christian’s boys’ fishing trip to Patsy’s International Women’s Day Q&A and Rio gearing up for his Heated Rivalry look-alike competition.
Fresh rounds of Two Types of People & Double Thumbs Up. Plus, People’s Playlist goes “Where & There” and today's Time Waster is Change a Word, Change a Song!
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MINI: Double Thumbs Up
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MINI: Hawthorn Players Media Frenzy
Christian O'Connell dives into the latest controversy surrounding two AFL stars who've been making headlines for all the wrong reasons. He shares his thoughts on the media frenzy surrounding their antics, comparing it to the infamous Ned Kelly stories of the past. Christian reflects on how things have changed, and how this kind of behavior wouldn't have even made the news back in his day. He also discusses the consequences the players are facing and how the public's reaction has been over the top.
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FULL: The Biscoff Storm
Christian and the team dive into the topic of growing up in the 90s. They share hilarious stories about their childhood to sneaking into clubs with fake IDs and using their older siblings' phones to make crank calls.
Plus, fresh rounds of Small Thing Big Joy, The Name Game As In & today's Time Water is Polite Movies!
It's a fun and nostalgic episode that's sure to bring back memories of the good old days.
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MINI: Last text on your phone
Christian O'Connell shares some of the most recent text messages on his phone, showcasing the ups and downs of life. From his wife's plea to find their mischievous cat, Larry, to Producer Rio's struggles with inflating his car tires.
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FULL: The Sandwich Club
We dive into your best 3 Word Week texts, plus Rio’s ongoing battle with… too many figs.
Plus, an emergency edition of Nominative Determinism, brand new What Are The Odds and villain songs in Time Wasters!
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MINI: 90s in One Line
Christian O'Connell's chatting about growing up in the nineties. They're reminiscing about the good old days when life was simpler, and technology wasn't as all-consuming. He also talks about a viral video that shows kids imagining what life would be like in the future, and how it's making him nostalgic for a time when people were more present and less connected to their screens.
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FULL: Garlic Snobs
The team dives into Monday Winner or Loser, with Christian battling a cloned credit card while Patsy celebrates the rare joy of a Mr Whippy van.
Things That Make You Go Grrr sparks a minced garlic debate.
Plus, listener's reveal the treasures in their “pool rooms” before another wild round of You Couldn’t Make It Up.
The show wraps with Australian Movies for Time Wasters!
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MINI: Garlic or Jarlic?
In this episode of the Christian O'Connell Show, we dive into a fun conversation about everyday frustrations. Patsy shares a hilarious story about his husband's pizza-making mishap, where a dinner plate ended up in the oven. They also discuss the annoyance of peeling onions and the quest for the perfect apple.
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