The Christian O’Connell Show

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FULL: Dealing Dopamine Jul 28, 2026

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Yesterday's 2pm emergency alert sent Australia into a spin, but not everyone got it, prompting Christian to launch a few conspiracy theories.

Plus, it's Monday Winner or Loser, Patsy's household appliances are dropping like flies, Rio reveals his crush on the local postie, and Christian recaps his unforgettable book launch weekend.

The team also celebrate the ultimate signs you're an adult with a massive toaster giveaway, and play At Work Time Waster with hilarious bird-themed band names.

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MINI: Book Launch Recap Jul 27, 2026

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Christian takes us behind the scenes of the launch of his book, Unscript: The Radical Act of Being Yourself. Even with a crowd that turned against him, it remains one of the greatest nights of his life.

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MINI: Maccas Hot Date Jul 27, 2026

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Christian and Rio share their Three Word Weekends, including Rio’s wild night at a combined 100th birthday party where a group of 70-year-olds partied well past sunrise. Meanwhile, Christian finds himself captivated by a surprisingly romantic McDonald’s date complete with table service, awkward small talk and plenty of questions.

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FULL: The LUX Breakfast Show Jul 27, 2026

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Christian, Patsy and Rio unpack their Three Word Weekends, from Rio being outlasted by hard-partying 70-year-olds to Christian becoming invested in a very intriguing McDonald’s date.

Plus, Christian’s book launch countdown continues, there’s a fresh batch of Misheard Lyrics, unusual date stories, clothing-inspired street names, and Intern Pete shares the highs and lows of his latest stand-up comedy gig.

To wrap things up, the team puts a bogan twist on classic TV shows in another hilarious round of AWTW.

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FULL: Get Off Me! Jul 24, 2026

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Christian, Rio and Caitlin kick off the show with Double Thumbs Up, then straight into Christian's upcoming book launch.

The People's Playlist celebrates songs with colours in the title, before the team dives into nostalgic mix tape memories, including Christian's teenage cycling mission to deliver a carefully crafted tape to a girl.

Plus, At Work Time Waster tackles sports movies.

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MINI: Double Thumbs Up Jul 23, 2026

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From binge-worthy series to must listen to podcasts, Christian, Rio and Caitlin chat about what they're loving and recommending right now.

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MINI: Pete Patrol - Bin Sticker Duties Jul 23, 2026

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This morning, Intern Pete was out on the road delivering bin stickers to lucky listeners across Western Sydney.

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FULL: Watch Out Peter’s About Jul 23, 2026

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On today's show, Intern Pete hits the road delivering Bin Stickers to lucky listeners, while Christian asks everyone a simple question: What are you doing right now?

Plus, we celebrate life's Small Things, Big Joys, share the songs that mean the most to listeners in What's The Song, What's The Story? and there's a fresh round of At Work Time Waster, featuring the funniest Polite Celebs you've ever heard.

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MINI: Bought From the Rich & Famous Jul 22, 2026

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When Intern Pete revealed that his parents once bought a car from AFL coach Ken Hinkley, Christian realised there must be plenty of listeners with similar stories and put out the call: Have you ever bought something from a famous person?

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FULL: Pawwing It Forward Jul 22, 2026

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Christian reveals why dining alone in Sydney felt surprisingly awkward, shares a terrifying car ride with Intern Pete, and dives into 3 Word Wednesday.

Plus, we uncover the biggest ear worms, invite listeners to Christian's upcoming book launch, hear stories of items bought from famous people, and finish with a brilliant round of At Work Time Waster: Put a Band in a TV Show.

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