

The Christian O’Connell Show
GOLD and iHeart Australia
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.
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.
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Jan 14, 2026 • 11min
The Best Bits: Chased By An Animal
While the shoe is away we're taking a look back at some of our favourite bits.. Like when we asked for your stories about being chased by an animal! Nothing we ever cover on the show gets completely left behind, if you have a chased by an animal story email us: christian@christianoconnell.com.au The Christian O'Connell show returns Monday!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 13, 2026 • 11min
The Best Bits: Pillaga Forest
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 19See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 12, 2026 • 14min
The Best Bits: Pet Stories
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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 7, 2026 • 5min
The Best Bits: Where's My Bacon?
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 awkwardness. The Christian O’Connell Show returns January 19See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 5, 2026 • 4min
MINI: Song Title Game
While the show is away, we’re revisiting some of our favourite moments, like our first Song Title Game! The Christian O’Connell Show returns January 19. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 4, 2026 • 5min
MINI: What Weird Thing Did You Believe As A Kid
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 was. The Christian O’Connell Show returns January 19.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 2, 2026 • 8min
The Best Bits: Midday Befuddlement
While the show is away, we’re revisiting some of our favourite moments, including the time Patsy and Christian both had a case of midday befuddlement in the car. Parking Fines and Wrong Cars. The Christian O’Connell Show returns January 19. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 29, 2025 • 8min
The Best Bits: 6 Word Life So Far
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 six words. Big laughs, unexpected emotion, and a reminder that everyone is carrying a whole novel behind a short sentence. The Christian O’Connell Show returns in 2026. Until then, thanks for listening and happy holidays.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 26, 2025 • 5min
The Best Bits: Dentist Dread
Some festive favourite moments from the show 🎄 We relive the dentist dread, OC expertly dodging his appointment, Alex astonishing professionals with his elite flossing habits, an ambitious Invisalign pitch, and Bonnie shutting it down immediately. The Christian O’Connell Show returns in 2026 bigger and better than ever.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 26, 2025 • 47min
FULL: A Little Hope Goes a Long Way
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 songs for Sydney, and a $500 voucher giveaway to Harvey Norman.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.


