The Christian O’Connell Show

On today’s show, Christian O’Connell is joined by the Prime Minister to mark Australia’s National Day of Mourning following the Bondi attacks. Together, they discuss the meaning behind the national pause at one minute past seven, the symbolism of “Light Will Win,” and how Australians can show unity, remembrance and kindness during a time of grief. The conversation reflects on courage, community, and th...

Coincidences that shouldn’t be possible, family dramas that absolutely should have stayed private, and the strange realities of modern life. The team unpacks the internet-breaking Beckham saga, asks “what are the odds?” with stories that genuinely defy logic, gives away big Australian Open prizes, and debates everything from silent trousers to shark-free swimming options. A big, funny, very Australian morning

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Christian O'Connell's got a story to tell, and it's all about the Beckham family drama. In this episode, Christian and the team are buzzing about Brooklyn Beckham's Instagram post that's got everyone talking. It's a nuclear-level attack on his mum and dad, and Christian can't get enough of it. He's relatable, he's funny, and he's got some serious thoughts on family dynamics. From Victoria Beckham's infamous wedding dance to the com...

Christian O'Connell's show is back, and he's sharing a heartwarming story about his 21-year-old daughter Ruby's journey with chronic back pain. Christian opens up about the struggles Ruby faced, including multiple MRI scans and consultations that didn't provide a clear diagnosis. A specialist finally identified a rare condition in the multifidous region of the spine, which was causing the pain. Ruby underwent a groundbreaking proce...

Welcome to the Christian O'Connell Show. In this episode, Christian chats about the show's journey to becoming Australia's first national breakfast show. He shares how the show's growth from Melbourne to Sydney, Adelaide, Brisbane, and Perth has been a collaborative effort, involving listeners from all over the country. Christian acknowledges that getting used to a new show can be tough, especially in the morning when time is scarc...

On the Christian O'Connell Show, Christian kicks off the first ever national breakfast show in Australia, a historic moment in radio. He's joined by listeners sharing their stories about life's firsts, from school detentions to first cars and pets. We also give away tickets to the Australian Open, with a unique game called "Battle Seats" where listeners can win prizes by guessing the winning seats. Welcome to a new era in Australia...

Christian and the team launch Battle Seats, the game that turns Rod Laver Arena into a giant guessing board. With finals tickets, cash, and massive prizes hidden under thousands of seats, listeners from all over Australia jump in for their shot at the AO.

There are big wins, nervous guesses, instant heartbreak, and life changing moments as callers score $1,000 vo...

While the show is away we're taking a look back at some of our favourite bits.. like when Christian innocently went in for a haircut and somehow ends up in the middle of a full scale salon tribunal.

What starts as friendly chat with his hairdresser turns into a deep dive on modern dating, the phrase “I’m here for the plot,” and a Netflix drama th...

While the show is away we're taking a look back at some of our favourite bits.. like when Christian discovered the dark legends of Australia's Pilliga Forest, said to be the most haunted woods in the country. Truck drivers avoid it at night, mysterious beasts stalk its depths, and strange lights hover in the darkness. Will any brave listener dare to uncover its terrifying secrets?

The Christian O'Connell show returns Monday January...

While The Show is away we're taking a look back at some of our favourite bits so far.. like this!

From guinea pigs that "popcorn" when they're happy, to an unfortunate goldfish that got stuck in a tree after being tossed over the fence, you'll hear tales of pets bringing joy, comfort and sometimes mischief into their owners' lives. 

The Christian O'Connell Show Returns Monday January 19.

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While the show is away we’re taking a look back at some of our favourite bits..

In this episode of The Christian O’Connell Show, a simple café order in Albert Park turns into a quietly infuriating moment when Christian is charged for bacon he never receives.

The team unpack why so many of us hesitate to speak up in everyday situations, and are ofren guilty of letting small things slide rather than risking aw...

In this episode of the Christian O'Connell show, listeners share their childhood misconceptions. Christian chats with Kim about her teenage years, when she believed every road with the same name was the same road. Jenny shares a hilarious story about thinking eggs came from battery hens, and Alex reveals he thought iPods got heavier with more songs added, which triggers the memory for Christian of not knowing what a lamb and sheep ...

Some festive favourites from the show as we head into 2026.

Today, we look back at the moment Christian and the team paused for a deceptively simple challenge: tell the story of your life so far in exactly six words.

What follows is funny, honest, moving, and occasionally chaotic as Christian, the team, and listeners across Melbourne attempt to distil decades of love, mistakes, family, career twists, and survival… into just ...

Christian and the team share stories of hope, resilience, and the power of community. We talk about the extraordinary GoFundMe for Ahmed, a hero who saved lives in Bondi, and the overwhelming support that followed.

There are personal stories of kindness and generosity, including Christian’s very funny mistake of accidentally leaving the Airbnb and his wife’s response, plus chats about cricket movies, favourite song...