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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’t Sleep Too Well in Seattle'.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 up to celebrate 40 years of Top Gun. Plus, the team reveals their Celebrity Crushes before wrapping with Muscle Movies for At Work Time Wasters.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rio shares a wild story about his neighbor's trampoline Facebook Marketplace sale. The buyer transported it trampoline home in a questionable way. Christian's reactions range from amusement to concern, as he tries to make sense of the situation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The team recaps their Mother’s Day, with Patsy admitting she saw the Billie Eilish movie twice. Listeners jump in with the films they’ve watched back‑to‑back, before 3 Word Weekend brings birthday venue fails, sweaty joggers and Christian’s full blown “meatball meltdown.” Monday Menders returns with DIY disasters, makeshift fishing gear and the mysterious “rat hammock,” and the phones light up with callers sharing the oddest jobs they’ve ever had - from medieval educators to horse clairvoyants and supermarket spies. Plus, brand new Misheard Lyrics and a messy round of At Work Time Wasters.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Christian is excited to welcome Pete, a former key member of the Kyle and Jackie O show, to The Christian O'Connell Show! With a mix of humour and heart, Pete talks about his new role and the energy he's bringing to the team.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.