The Christian O’Connell Show

Christian O'Connell's show is back, and he's sharing a heartwarming story about his 21-year-old daughter Ruby's journey with chronic back pain. Christian opens up about the struggles Ruby faced, including multiple MRI scans and consultations that didn't provide a clear diagnosis. A specialist finally identified a rare condition in the multifidous region of the spine, which was causing the pain. Ru...

Day two and Christian is on a mission to find the quietest trousers ever, meanwhile, the show's "Battle Seats" competition is heating up, with prizes to be won, including a car and flight vouchers. Christian also reminisces about his childhood, sharing stories about his first movie, first saved-up-for item, and favorite TV shows.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to the Christian O'Connell Show. In this episode, Christian chats about the show's journey to becoming Australia's first national breakfast show. He shares how the show's growth from Melbourne to Sydney, Adelaide, Brisbane, and Perth has been a collaborative effort, involving listeners from all over the country. Christian acknowledges that getting used to a new show can be tough, especiall...

On the Christian O'Connell Show, Christian kicks off the first ever national breakfast show in Australia, a historic moment in radio. He's joined by listeners sharing their stories about life's firsts, from school detentions to first cars and pets. We also give away tickets to the Australian Open, with a unique game called "Battle Seats" where listeners can win prizes by guessing the winning seats...

Christian and the team launch Battle Seats, the game that turns Rod Laver Arena into a giant guessing board. With finals tickets, cash, and massive prizes hidden under thousands of seats, listeners from all over Australia jump in for their shot at the AO. There are big wins, nervous guesses, instant heartbreak, and life changing moments as callers score $1,000 vouchers and tickets to the men&rsquo...

While the show is away we're taking a look back at some of our favourite bits.. like when Christian innocently went in for a haircut and somehow ends up in the middle of a full scale salon tribunal. What starts as friendly chat with his hairdresser turns into a deep dive on modern dating, the phrase “I’m here for the plot,” and a Netflix drama that nearly caused a domestic incide...

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.

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'...

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...

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 smal...

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.

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...

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.

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 twis...

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...

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.

Looking for something to occupy you this weekend? Here it is. The team’s final Double Thumbs Up of 2025. One last round of recommendations to send you into the weekend properly. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Christian and the team reflect on a week shaped by resilience, community, and unexpected kindness. From heartfelt moments with first responders to stories that remind us how small gestures can mean everything, this episode captures a city pulling together. Along the way, Christian shares personal highlights, surprising encounters, and a few classic cultural oddities, from hidden historic pubs to p...

What began as a plan to welcome Sydney with festive hams quickly shifts in response to a difficult week, with the team deciding to pass those small gifts on to first responders instead. Josh heads to Bondi to personally thank surf lifesavers and police, hearing firsthand stories of bravery, quiet resilience, and compassion in the aftermath of recent events. From silent beaches to unexpected moment...

Today we continue getting to know Sydney, the city they’re temporarily calling home. Sharing powerful stories of kindness and resilience in the wake of tragedy, including a moving email from listener Brad about people lining up for hours to donate blood. There’s also room for lighter moments as the team dives into some of Sydney’s quirks, from the mythical panther to the ongoing...

In an extraordinary moment during an already devastating week, the Prime Minister of Australia, Anthony Albanese interrupted the show live to speak directly to the nation. He shared words of unity and resolve following the anti-Semitic terrorist attack on a Hanukkah celebration, reflecting on the meaning of light over darkness and the strength of Australians coming together in grief and defiance....

We’re still in our first week of breakfast in Sydney, and today is all about saying thank you and getting to know you. We share some of the incredibly kind messages and surprise gifts we’ve received so far, including a Bakewell tart and a cake that made our day. We chat with listeners about the things that matter to them, from pesky seagulls to the legendary Sydney panther, and throw a...

Day two in Sydney and Christian’s already replacing Jonesy & Amanda (don’t worry, they’ve been sent to a comfy “radio retirement home” with bingo and a nightly meat raffle). The team chats the weirdest things they’ve noticed around town, hands Sydney the keys to the billboards again, gets you texting in peak nonsense for Time Wasters, and “What’s...

Broadcasting live from Sydney for the very first time, today we opened the phones to hear from listeners about what Sydney means to them. We also shared messages of support and solidarity, acknowledging how moments like this can shake a city while also bringing people together. Sydney, we’re thinking of you. We love you. If you have a message for Sydney you’d like to share, email us at...

In this heartwarming episode, Christian shares a special Christmas gift with a deserving listener, Jenny, whose daughter, Ali received a life-saving kidney transplant from her mum. Christian surprises Jenny with a spa day at the Langham, showing the true meaning of kindness and generosity. They also discuss the importance of kidney health, encouraging others to ask their doctors for a kidney panel...