The Christian O’Connell Show

The team shares their top recommendations on what to watch this weekend! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While Christian is away we're taking a look back at some of our favourite bits! From the absurdity of a man's shower giving way, to the ridiculousness of a clown shortage, and career profiling.  Plus Small Thing, Big Joy! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We hear stories of people who got changed into something more presentable before rushing to the hospital!    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Christian kicks off 3 Word Wednesday with the team’s three‑word confessions. Plus, listeners reveal the strange things hiding in their car boots, a new round of What Are The Odds, then Sport Songs for At Work Time Wasters. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The show opens with a tribute to Neale Daniher, honouring his extraordinary legacy. Christian moves into Monday Winners and Losers where he shares that he hurt his back putting on a sock. Listeners jump in for Who Is Injured Right Now and the team dives into another round of Funeral Faux Pas. The morning wraps with more heartfelt nominations in Save Our Pub and Wine Movies for At Work Time Wa...

The team pays tribute to the late Neale Daniher, reflecting on the extraordinary impact he and his family have had through their FightMND foundation, which has driven world‑leading research and awareness. Alex shares that it’s not the circumstances but how you face them that defines you, as tributes pour in from across the country. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 Mid...

We officially welcome Pete on the show! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The team share the shows they've been loving and why! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. See omnystudio....

After Alex shares he's moving house, listeners call in with how far they moved - from metres to miles. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 i...

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...

The team discuss the signs they're an adult - from climbing ladders, life insurance to mopping the floors! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alex shares his family link to the Siege of Tobruk, which sparks listeners to call in for "What's Your Fame In The Family?" See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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’...

The team chat through everything they’re loving on screen at the moment! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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...

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! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. See omn...