

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.
Episodes
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Mar 16, 2026 • 1h 1min
FULL: Nudists In A Greek Cave
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 Movies for Time Wasters! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 15, 2026 • 7min
MINI: Rio's Heated Rivalry Look A Like Competition
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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 12, 2026 • 1h 5min
FULL: Innuendo Friday
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!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 12, 2026 • 9min
MINI: Double Thumbs Up
Looking for something to occupy you this weekend? Hear the team's Double Thumbs Up!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 12, 2026 • 2min
MINI: Hawthorn Players Media Frenzy
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 players are facing and how the public's reaction has been over the top. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 12, 2026 • 56min
FULL: The Biscoff Storm
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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 11, 2026 • 7min
MINI: Last text on your phone
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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 11, 2026 • 56min
FULL: The Sandwich Club
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! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 10, 2026 • 8min
MINI: 90s in One Line
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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 9, 2026 • 56min
FULL: Garlic Snobs
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!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.


