#270 - Christian O'Connell - 25 Years of Comedy, Chaos & Legendary Radio

Sep 28, 2025

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Christian O’Connell is a radio legend, comedian, storyteller, and one of the most entertaining voices in broadcasting. For over 25 years he has dominated radio in the UK & Australia, and as of 2026 will become the first Australian Breakfast Radio show to be broadcasted simultaneously in all major cities.

This is one of our favourite episodes we've ever done full of hilarious stories, crazy insight and underlying life lessons.

Christian shares his unique start in radio...at a hospital...in the middle of the night! From there, his story is wild.

We talk about his tough start in Australia and what it took to win over the Aussie audience after leaving behind a listenership of over 2.5 million daily in the UK.

Christian's passion for real radio comes out as he shares the hilarious moments he's encountered, why some radio sucks and the most heart warming moments on air. Plus, the one story that had him laughing for days!

We talk celebrity encounters including a private set played to him by Noel Gallagher, an encounter in Elton John's kitchen, Ricky Gervais' pilot of "The Office" and the time the British Prime Minister swore twice on air!

The Shocking Confession booth returns with a hilarious story and so much more.

This one is a beauty, and we can't wait for you to listen.

So here is the legend himself, Mr Christian O'Connell!

Tune into The Christian O'Connell Show weekdays from 6am on Gold 104.3 or wherever you get your podcasts.

Purchase Christian's Book "No One Listens to Your Dad's Show" online or from all good bookstores.

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