Jonesy & Amanda

Tomorrow's Melbourne Cup sparked a surprisingly heated debate on Jonesy & Amanda! When Jonesy realised the show would be on air during the race that stops the nation, he floated a bold idea: what if he and Amanda called the Melbourne Cup themselves? The team put it to the listeners with three options: 🏇 Jonesy & Amanda call the race 🎵 Play Billy Joel's Uptown Girl instead 📻 Ignore the C...

Halloween may be over, but everyone's still talking about the celebrity costumes that had the internet buzzing. Martha Stewart faced major backlash after posting a Halloween costume many criticised as insensitive, before issuing a public apology. Meanwhile, Heidi Klum continued her reign as the queen of Halloween, unveiling an incredible costume transformation that took months of preparation and q...

Halloween-themed Fast Five, ant wars, awkward funeral-to-flashmob stories, and a live Friday Feel Sessions performance from Thirsty Merc 🤣🎃 Jonesy and Amanda kick off the Friday show with plenty of Halloween chat, from trick-or-treat disasters to a spooky Fast Five quiz that puts horror fan Ken to the test. They also dive into a bizarre ant war that's been raging for decades, debate whether it's...

Digital Jenna (Jenna Benson) joins Jonesy & Amanda with what's been trending on the @jonesyandamanda socials this week! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nothing says Aussie summer quite like Thirsty Merc's "In The Summertime." ☀️🎵 As part of our Friday Feels session, Ray Thistlethwaite and Phil Stack joined Jonesy & Amanda to perform the band's classic hit live in the Gold studio. Sing along to one of Australia's most-loved road trip anthems and get ready for a dose of nostalgia that'll have you dreaming of sunny days, open roads and summer h...

Before hitting the road for their 20 Good Regions Tour , Thirsty Merc's Ray Thistlethwaite and Phil Stack joined Jonesy & Amanda for a chat about how the band first came together, their regional Australian roots, and the friendship that's kept them going for more than two decades. The pair look back on meeting as teenagers, life on the road, and why touring still feels like a school camp all t...

Amanda shares an emotional recap of her unforgettable night seeing Hans Zimmer live, explaining why the legendary composer's music hit harder than ever. From The Lion King and Interstellar to Gladiator and The Dark Knight , Jonesy remains determined to compare every soundtrack to a theme park queue. Olympic champion Ariarne Titmus joins the show to discuss retirement, life after swimming, getting...

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Olympic swimming legend Ariarne Titmus joins Jonesy & Amanda to chat about her decision to retire while still at the peak of her powers, holding a world record and fresh off an incredible Olympic career. She reflects on the pressure of racing on the world stage, reveals every swimmer's biggest fear in the pool, and shares why she still loves swimming despite stepping away from competition. Plu...

Known for its wild nights and whirlwind European adventures, Contiki is reinventing itself for a new generation of travellers. With Gen Z drinking less and prioritising wellness, culture and meaningful experiences, the iconic travel brand is moving away from its party-first reputation and embracing a more balanced approach to travel. What do you think: is this the future of holidays? See omnystudi...

Princess Margaret's former lady-in-waiting has lifted the lid on the royal's surprising daily habits, including a routine that reportedly involved vodka, wine and whisky from mid-morning. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amanda Keller was left deeply moved after attending a Hans Zimmer concert, describing the experience as one she'll never forget. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amanda opens a Border Collie advent calendar in October, sparking a heated debate about early Christmas decorations and whether she's officially become a Christmas "keeno." 🎄😂 Plus: The Fast Five quiz goes completely off the rails TikTok Tucker tries Colombia's bizarre hot chocolate with cheese ☕🧀 Amanda unloads on Billy Corgan's controversial comments about his 25-year age-gap relationship Li...

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Amanda Keller took a trip down memory lane after hearing about Hamish Blake's new show Unskilled Adult , recalling her own TV special Working Girl . From walking around the top of Sydney's Centrepoint Tower to working as a clown at a kids' party, Amanda tried just about everything. But one assignment stands out above the rest: filming in a strip club while pretending to be an exotic dancer. Safe t...

Fresh off serving as a groomsman at Andy Lee’s New York wedding, Hamish Blake joins Jonesy & Amanda to share a hilarious behind-the-scenes moment from the big day before diving into his brand-new Stan series, Unskilled Adult . Hamish explains why he decided to learn practical skills at 44, how he takes on real jobs with zero experience, and the pressure of having paying clients judge his...

Billy Corgan is defending the 26-year age gap between himself and wife Chloe Mendel, calling it an “advantage” and crediting her with helping him find the family life he says he never had. The Smashing Pumpkins frontman's comments have sparked plenty of debate online. What do you think? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's that time of the week again... TIKTOK TUCKER! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tin Hat Tuesday is back, and this week's theories are wilder than ever. Did the infamous blue-and-black dress actually split us into an alternate timeline? Is Mark Wahlberg secretly linked to international espionage? And are the ultra-wealthy really hosting dinner parties where mermaids are on the menu? Jonesy and Amanda dive headfirst into some of the internet's strangest conspiracies, plus hear...

The Big Sultana has officially been unveiled in Mildura, standing more than five metres tall and celebrating 100 years of dried fruit production in the Sunraysia region. Complete with a giant grin, the quirky landmark is already turning heads and joining Australia’s growing collection of iconic "big things." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new Netflix docuseries, The One About Matthew Perry , takes an intimate look at the life, career and struggles of the beloved Friends star. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jonesy's nephew's 30th birthday was supposed to be a simple family celebration... but things quickly went off the rails. After a day that included pub stops, yum cha, arm wrestling, a smoky bar and a very questionable escalator encounter, Jonesy turned up to work sporting a collection of fresh battle scars. Amanda digs into exactly what happened, while the team tackles a surprisingly heated debate...

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Did George Mallory reach the summit of Mount Everest decades before Sir Edmund Hillary? 🤔 Author Peter FitzSimons joins Jonesy & Amanda to discuss his new book The Race to the Top of the World , diving into one of history's greatest mountaineering mysteries. From Mallory's disappearance high on Everest in 1924 to Hillary's historic ascent and a remarkable encounter with Neil Armstrong at the...

It’s Friday and the vibes are high! 🎉 Jonesy and Amanda kick off the show with tales of Amanda’s tennis triumph (according to Amanda), a questionable tuberculosis meat story, and a Fast Five that goes spectacularly off the rails. Plus, they debate whether you’d choose 10 years as a billionaire or a long life with no money, uncover some surprisingly embarrassing everyday moments,...