The ChrissieCast

We're doing something a little bit different this episode! We've had so many questions sent in and we're here to answer them. Whether you've ever wondered how Big Brother changed Chrissie's life or if you're just curious about how things are going, you can tune in to get all the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

And here we though everyone knew about the little shopping guides at the end of each aisle at shops. Not Thorno apparently! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James Young is a legend in the city of Melbourne, Australia. He joins Chrissie Swan, live from the compound, to discuss his love of live music and his iconic establishment Cherry Bar. He regales us with stories of Elvis and Lady Gaga … and what is the controversial relationship rule his wife Miranda started to enforce 36 years ago? ChrissieCasters… stack your heels and flip your flares for the ini...

Simon Burke, veteran Australian performer, actor and bringer of joy on PlaySchool for decades joins Chrissie Swan ‘Live From The Compound’ to discuss the amazing way their paths first crossed, the reality of being recognised everywhere from the age of 13 and Simon shares an unbelievable story regarding DNA, paternity and a woman he didn’t know. Don’t miss a second of this one ChrissieCasters. It’s...

Catherine Deveny and Chrissie Swan sit down at The Compound and the conversation is lively and varied, that’s for sure. Firstly - the merits or lack thereof of Panettone and marriage. And while they’re checking off the shopping list, why not discuss ADHD, dyslexia, BPD, feminism and atheism. Strap on your helmets, ChrissieCasters… comin at ya at high speed - it’s Cath Deveny. See omnystudio.com/li...

Liane Moriarty has sold over 20 million copies of her various novels but still gets a thrill when she sees someone in the wild pull one out of their backpack. From humble beginnings as an ad copywriter responsible for writing direct mail, her gripping stories have now been translated into 40 languages and captured the attention of Hollywood heavyweights, and let’s face it, all of us who have unash...

Jane Hall joins Chrissie to talk Temu, lip gloss, soap, cheesel socks and a weighted vest. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Martha Kalifitidis first came to our attention in 2018 on everyone’s favourite ‘hate-watch’ - Married At First Sight. Since then she has become ‘Queen of the influencers’ and has navigated her fame, her relationship and her new role as mother with her signature sass, candour and unaffected attitude. But what don’t we know about Martha? ChrissieCasters, please meet the ever-surprising Martha Kalifi...

Ben Lomas is pure sunshine and a life enthusiast. A lover of huge laughs, saunas, camping, laksa and the absurd, he is also a stand up comedian, gold medal behind the scenes tv guy, actor, tv preventer and giver of the best hugs of all time. When he speaks English with a Dutch accent I am weak. ChrissieCasters, please meet the adorable Ben Lomas… See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information...

Leigh Sales is a multi Walkley award-winning journalist, author, tv presenter, podcaster and author - and incidentally also one of Chrissie’s Queens. She joins Chrissie in this episode for a far-reaching chat about the art of being busy and remaining alive, public shaming and her latest baby (she has 2 human ones) - her new tv show The Assembly where 15 people with autism interview some of Austral...

Dave Thornton joins Chrissie live from the compound to discuss how she is allegedly single-handedly responsible for the demise of Florence’s dining scene, we find out how ‘Molly the bus’ made Dave a ‘real man’ and we add ‘Girls… that man is a shyster’ to our lexicon. Enjoy, ChrissieCasters!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Abrahams, an Australian musician, artist, and writer, shares his journey of embracing his true self despite a deeply religious upbringing. His story is a beautiful reminder that the ugliest truth is better than the prettiest lie. Get ready to fall in love with your new favorite song from this incredibly talented and gentle soul. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jane Hall joins Chrissie to chat all things jet lag, European adventures, and budget-busting bargains. From reinventing herself in Italy to snagging the perfect Aldi puffer, this episode is packed with laughs, travel tales, and unexpected gems. Don’t miss it! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cindy Gallop, the radical, groundbreaking CEO and Founder of MakeLoveNotPorn, joins Chrissie to talk open, honest sex education, the power of living life on your own terms, and in true Cindy fashion, she reminds us all to 'fuck that shit for a game of soldiers! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ash Williams, raconteur, tennis ace, and grower of magnificent hair, is back to discuss poached eggs, BBQ conversation staples, and Stanley Tucci. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Edward, world-famous psychic medium, joins Chrissie to discuss everything from braised chicken legs to astrology charts. He even plays a round of 'Is it Haunted?', a game Chrissie created just for him, and answers some of her pressing questions, like 'Will I regret my purchase of a deep fryer?'. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dave Thornton is back to discuss the merits of the words ‘Tater Tots’ and other confusing Americanisms. They also discuss the various panel show and radio regrets that we have had / endured. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eli Harwood, also known as Attachment Nerd, agreed to sit down with Chrissie, to talk all things connection, attachment theory, how we arrive at our own attachment style and how that impacts every relationship we have. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jane Hall is back from London, and Chrissie shows off her new Jeffrey Dahmer glasses. They discuss Instagram "meanies" and share their funniest online shopping fails. Chrissie reveals her latest fascination with pyromania, and they play "What's in the Belly Bag?".  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jodi Rodgers, qualified sexologist and relationship counsellor, best known for her appearance on the delightful ‘Love On The Spectrum’, joins Chrissie to explore stories of autism and orgasms and Chrissie floats the idea of free vibrators for everyone. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chrissie delights Christie with some pretty snazzy homemade segment intros, and Christie delights Chrissie by flipping through a trashy mag and commenting in the voice of her Mum Shirley. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colette Mann, veteran performer, joins Chrissie fresh from packing up and moving to London. They run the gamut, from body image to what not to do when you’re divorcing, to dealing with grief and the amazing story of how she’s already been to Chrissie’s house decades before it was even a glimmer her eye. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ash Williams is back to discuss everything from poached eggs, to BBQ conversation staples and Stanley Tucci. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nikki Britton, stand-up comedian, actor and loving dog mum to Malcolm, joins Chrissie to discuss their love at first DM, play a round of ‘What’s in the BellyBag?’, and end up in the dark, by a lake, with an errant dog and a bellowing woman, screaming ‘Malcolm!’ Listen on the Nova Player app and follow us on Instagram . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dave answers Chrissie’s question of “What’s your favourite protein?” in a most surprising way and yes, Chrissie may have hosted ‘The Great Australian Spelling Bee’ but…can she spell? Listen on the Nova Player app and follow us on Instagram .  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.