The Christian O’Connell Show

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.

Episodes

March 15, 2026 61 mins

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 Mov...

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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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March 12, 2026 64 mins

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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March 12, 2026 8 mins

Looking for something to occupy you this weekend? Hear the team's Double Thumbs Up!

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March 12, 2026 2 mins

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 play...

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March 11, 2026 56 mins

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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March 11, 2026 6 mins

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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March 10, 2026 56 mins

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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March 10, 2026 8 mins

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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March 9, 2026 55 mins

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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March 9, 2026 4 mins

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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March 9, 2026 5 mins

Christian O'Connell's morning show takes a heartwarming turn as he shares a lovely encounter with a dad explaining a rainbow to his kids on the beach. Christian reflects on how he would've handled the situation, and the dad's impressive explanation of refraction leaves him impressed. They dive into the science behind rainbows, discussing light, water, and the colors of the spectrum. Christian shares his own attempts to explain the ...

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March 8, 2026 48 mins

Christian invites listeners to share their "weakest claim to fame." 

Plus, dream dinner party guests, ghost stories and your motivational movies in Time Wasters!

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March 5, 2026 58 mins

Bright Side of the Weekend kicks things off with anniversary celebrations and Caitlin’s wedding countdown. 

Plus, Rio outs his sister in his Double Thumbs Up, People’s Playlist is dedicated to powerhouse women and brand new You Couldn’t Make It Up stories!

 

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March 5, 2026 6 mins

The Christian O'Connell show is back with Double Thumbs Up! 

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March 4, 2026 56 mins

The show’s centrepiece becomes Christian’s battle with a Sharpie stain on his couch, culminating in a rescue mission from stain removal legend Shannon Lush. 

Plus, Name As In delivers some brilliantly tricky clues and todays's time waster is Athletic Bands!

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March 4, 2026 17 mins

This morning on the Christian O'Connell show, Christian shares a hilarious story about a Sharpie pen mishap at home. He's got a stain on the couch from a leaked pen and is on a mission to get it out. Along the way, he talks about his love of Sharpie pens, his wife's reactions, and their attempts to use AI and household items to remove the stain. From rubbing alcohol to color corrector, Christian tries it all, but nothing seems to w...

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March 4, 2026 4 mins

Patsy shares a hilarious story about her daughter's Duke of Edinburgh award experience, where she had to complete three activities: volunteering, developing a skill, and being physically active. Christian recalls his own experience with the award, which involved living outdoors in the UK, and shares a funny anecdote about Prince Philip heckling him at a speech. The conversation takes a turn when Patsy's dog, gets loose and chases a...

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March 3, 2026 57 mins

A chaotic mid‑week show! Christian catches Rio eating cereal in an all staff meeting, 3 Word Week delivers everything from school ransom notes to the Wi‑Fi collapsing and there's a debate over whether sneakers are acceptable wedding attire.

Plus, a new batch of What Are the Odds and Timewasters!

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March 3, 2026 9 mins

We're diving into some wild stories of coincidence and chance on this episode of the Christian O'Connell show. Kim shares a hilarious tale of a bus trip gone wrong, where the driver and his mate both share the name of a place, and the police officer who pulled them over couldn't believe the odds. Then, Kerri shares a jaw-dropping story of her mom giving birth to twins on a plane, with a midwife sitting next to her. These stories wi...

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