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

May 24, 2026 54 mins

Christian kicks off Three Word Weekend as Rio and Producer Caitlin recount their Sydney AirBnB misadventure, followed by Christian reflecting on 28 years of marriage and the flower bill that sent Sarah straight back to the florist.

The team officially welcomes Pete to the family, while listeners jump in for Shortest and Longest Moves and heartfelt Save Our Pub nominations, before wrapping with Middle Aged Bands for At Work Time Was...

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We officially welcome Pete on the show!

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May 21, 2026 55 mins

Kicking off with Double Thumbs Up before Christian turns to Patsy for advice ahead of his wedding anniversary tomorrow.

Listeners jump in for Knock Off Friday, sharing when they’re clocking off for the week.

Plus, Late to the Party, Catches and Drops and Pub Songs in At Work Time Wasters.

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May 21, 2026 7 mins

The team share the shows they've been loving and why!

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May 20, 2026 57 mins

Christian battles a faulty air‑con and kicks off How Far Did You Move, hearing everything from cross‑country relocations to listeners who shifted just a few metres.

Plus, Tombstone Texts & Small Thing Big Joy before another round of Save Our Pub, with heartfelt calls nominating beloved locals in need of support.

The show wraps with Fast Food Bands for At Work Time Wasters.

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May 20, 2026 6 mins

After Alex shares he's moving house, listeners call in with how far they moved - from metres to miles.

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May 19, 2026 49 mins

Christian opens the show with a Spy‑Gate update, gutted by the latest twist in Southampton’s saga.

Three Word Wednesday brings gems before the team dives into What Did You Injure, where callers share the bizarre ways they’ve hurt themselves.

Plus, the launch of Save Our Pub - inviting listeners to nominate local pubs in need of a $5,000 boost, with heartfelt stories pouring in from across the country.

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May 19, 2026 3 mins

Oi Australia, we want to talk about your local pub. You know the one. Old Mate’s been fused to the same barstool since 2014, and the pool table wobbles like it’s had a big night. And honestly… we wouldn’t have it any other way.But Christian and the @xxxx crew reckon these national treasures deserve a bit of TLC. So here’s what’s happening.🍻 Five pubs will get $5K 🏆 And one truly deserving pub ...

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May 18, 2026 10 mins

The team discuss the signs they're an adult - from climbing ladders, life insurance to mopping the floors!

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May 18, 2026 5 mins

Christian’s caught in a Facebook Marketplace saga as Sarah sells his golf clubs for next to nothing… and then lists a gift he gave her. He brings the dilemma to the team: is that totally fine or totally out of line?

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May 17, 2026 7 mins

Patsy manages to score a life-size cutout of Billie Eilish for her daughter. Listeners share their favorite life-sized cardboard cutouts from the good old days of video stores. From Keanu Reeves to Arnold Schwarzenegger!

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May 17, 2026 7 mins

Alex shares his family link to the Siege of Tobruk, which sparks listeners to call in for "What's Your Fame In The Family?"

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The whole show goes supersonic today as Christian and the team gear up for Top Gun’s 40th anniversary.

The show kicks off with Double Thumbs Ups, then it’s a nostalgia blast with What Was Acceptable in the 80s.

To celebrate the big 4‑0, At Work Time Wasters transforms classic 80s movies into middle‑aged masterpieces, including 'Honey I’ve Thrown My Back Out' and 'Didn’t Sleep Too Well in Seattle'.

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May 14, 2026 8 mins

The team chat through everything they’re loving on screen at the moment!

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Kicking off with Tombstone Texts - from Patsy accidentally launching “Woodgate” with her new neighbours to Rio proudly road‑testing his mum’s beach chair indoors.

Another round of Small Thing Big Joy celebrates industrial‑strength vacuuming, nostalgic sci‑fi binges and that perfect first sip of coffee.

Christian also unveils the show’s Top Gun Friday plans as they gear up to celebrate 40 years of Top Gu...

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May 13, 2026 5 mins

Christian discusses the recent controversy surrounding Southampton FC's intern who was caught spying on the opposing team's training session. Christian is stressed about the situation!

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May 12, 2026 53 mins

Kicking off with Three Word Wednesday before the team unpacks last night’s Federal Budget with Budget Bingo!

Plus, another round of Moving Big Things, What Are the Odds and a Viking‑themed At Work Time Wasters!

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May 12, 2026 2 mins

We're counting down the mentions of the word "budget" in last night's budget. Listeners are challenged to guess how many times the word was said, with the winner taking home $250.  

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May 11, 2026 51 mins

Monday Winners & Losers kicks off with Patsy shaming Chris for wearing moccasins out of the house, Alex being reminded forever about his wife’s 40th, and Christian debating whether he should cut his visit to England short to watch the World Cup. 

Plus, A to Z of Aussie Slang, Signs You’re an Adult, Transporting Big Things and Budget Bands for At Work Time Wasters.

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May 11, 2026 5 mins

Rio shares a wild story about his neighbor's trampoline Facebook Marketplace sale. The buyer transported it trampoline home in a questionable way. Christian's reactions range from amusement to concern, as he tries to make sense of the situation.

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