Synopsis
Three of Australias most respected personalities come together for the drive home on Nova. Kate Ritchie, Tim Blackwell and Marty Sheargold bring a conversational cheekiness to the Nova Network. Mixing the hottest topics of the day with the best of the web, hear weekly favourites like Quick Draw, Spin it DJ, The Age Game and a lot more.
Episodes
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Full Show: Did Ricki Fart In The Studio?
12/11/2024 Duration: 56minGet ready to FART on today's show and learn as we dive into the 2024 “Sexiest Bald Man” competition, where Prince William takes the crown for the third time! We also unpack the shocking breakup between Zach Bryan and Brianna Chickenfry—complete with a cat custody battle. Coldplay’s Chris Martin bids Australia a heartfelt farewell, complete with a tarmac kiss, while a new MIT study reveals that second-born kids might just be a little wilder than their older siblings! In the Glossy’s, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson addresses those rumors about peeing in a bottle, Benny Blanco shares his “rules” for being a sexy gentleman, and Tom Cruise teases insane stunts for the next Mission Impossible movie. Plus, we discuss the unexpected trend of British grannies heading to Gambia for “toy boy” vacations, Yale’s upcoming course on Beyoncé’s cultural impact, and some eyebrow-raising confessions from a brothel manager on the strangest client requests.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Who’s the Sexiest Bald Man of 2024? The Crowned King Returns!
12/11/2024 Duration: 06minGet ready for the big reveal! We’re breaking down the results of 2024’s “Sexiest Bald Man” rankings, and this year’s list is a blend of Hollywood heavyweights, sports icons, and one beloved royal. From Vin Diesel to Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, these bald legends have made the cut. And for the third time, one royal reigns supreme at the top spot! Tune in to find out who it is and why he's still holding the crown.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The Kid LAROI on ARIA Noms, Nova’s Red Room, and Chicken Shop Faves!
11/11/2024 Duration: 08minIn this exclusive chat, Tim sits down with The Kid LAROI just as he gears up for the ARIAs and Nova’s Red Room! They dive into his whirlwind year, including the epic NRL Grand Final performance and the excitement of heading home to play at Coogee Bay. With four ARIA nominations, Laroi shares what it feels like to be recognized on his home turf and hints at an exclusive ARIA performance straight from Perth. And what’s The Kid LAROI’s ultimate chicken shop order? Tim gets him to spill the details, and they use it for a cheeky Red Room ticket giveaway! From music to his go-to Aussie snacks, it’s a laid-back, must-hear convo with one of the biggest names in Aussie music right now.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Full Show: HUGE Announcements, North Korea and Peeeyyornography!
11/11/2024 Duration: 47minWe’ve got a big one today, betch! Blackers has a huge announcement, and it’s something he’s been dreaming of for ages. We couldn’t be more excited to finally share it with you! In other news, there’s been a serious mix-up on Mattel’s new Wicked dolls, where a typo on the packaging accidentally directs to a very NSFW site. We’ve got the full story! Then, it’s Tim vs. Ricki & Joel in Mailbag as we find out who’s the most “peaceful” of the bunch (hint: it’s not who you’d think!). Plus, the smiley face emoji has officially fallen out of Gen Z’s favor—find out why they’re cancelling it and what to use instead. Finally, The Kid Laroi joins Tim for a chat about his upcoming appearance at the Arias and shares his ultimate chicken shop order!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Tim's MASSIVE Announcement...
11/11/2024 Duration: 03minTim's been waiting for this moment for so long. And you deserve this, Blackers. We support you 100%. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Mattel May Have Screwed Up A Bit with Their 'Wicked' Dolls...
11/11/2024 Duration: 01minMattel’s got some explaining to do after a link on the back of their new Wicked dolls led parents to a very unexpected website! In a surprising (and awkward) error, the back of the Elphaba and Glinda dolls included a URL that didn’t go where Mattel intended. Outraged parents were quick to notice and raise concerns online. Mattel has since apologized, recommending parents cover up the link and contact customer service with any questions. Listen in for all the details on this Wicked mix-up!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The Jermaine Plane: Take That Chats New Tour & Favourite Throwbacks!
10/11/2024 Duration: 21minThis one's for the Thatters! Our very own Jermaine has come a long way since his first day on the team! Now, he’s got his own show, The Jermaine Plane, on Nova Throwbacks every Friday night—and for his first international guests, he’s sitting down with none other than his fave Take That! Jermaine, a true Gary Barlow fan, shares a full-circle moment with the band, chatting all things nostalgia, 30 years since Everything Changes, and the band’s upcoming This Life on Tour. In this podcast first, we’re bringing you an interview straight from The Jermaine Plane—and we couldn’t be prouder! Prepare for laughs, throwbacks, and some serious Take That fandom.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Full Show: Hole.
08/11/2024 Duration: 51minToday’s show goes deep, betch! We kick off with a hole lot of drama—a woman working from home got fired after her company tracked her keystrokes, catching her in a major plot hole! Fair play, or is it digging too deep? Then, it’s an emotional farewell as John Laws signs off for the last time. Tim gets into some classic Laws moments, with Laws leaving a hole in the world of radio that won’t soon be filled. It’s also New Music Friday, and we’ve got all the tracks you need to fill that weekend playlist hole. Plus, in a hilarious mix-up, a charity shop accidentally displayed a set of buttplugs in the window. Let’s just say, they didn’t mean to show that kind of hole to the world! We wrap up with Tim’s Word Alarm and chat with our Caller of the Week, plugging the hole with laughs and the best moments from this week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Tim Chats with Radio Legend John Laws
08/11/2024 Duration: 06minIn an unforgettable chat, Blackers sits down with the legendary John Laws as he prepares to sign off the airwaves after an astounding 71-year career. Known for his deep voice, golden microphone, and quick wit, Laws shares stories from his start in Bendigo at 18, his love for radio, and even some surprising dislikes—like his tense interview with Gordon Ramsay! In true Laws fashion, he keeps things real, sharing his best career advice in a single word: listen. From his favorite tipple, Wild Turkey (paired with Coke, depending on the hour), to his humorous reflections on the industry and what he’ll miss most, it’s a candid, heartfelt chat between two radio icons. Tim leaves with a big dose of inspiration and a few laughs from Laws’ no-nonsense style.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Word of the Year, Petty Pizzas & Gary Barlow Gets Shocked!
07/11/2024 Duration: 48minToday’s show dives into the unexpected and the downright petty, betch! First, we reveal the Collins Word of the Year, and trust us—it’s a twist no one saw coming. Next, we share some of the tiniest (but weirdly satisfying) coincidences from yesterday, including run-ins with the TV show Beef. Then, it’s time to confess your petty side! One pizza shop took “extra hot” to the extreme by setting a pizza on actual fire for a customer request. Spicy, right? In Glossys, Chris Martin of Coldplay fame made waves by casually ignoring the strict dress code at the MCG. Rule breaker or rockstar? We’ll let you decide! And finally, Take That joins us in the studio for a round of Quick Draw. Gary Barlow is stunned to find out we’ve been sneaking his best quotes on air all year, but he’s even more shocked by Ricki’s epic Quick Draw answer—it might be the “loosest” one yet!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Take That Plays Quick Draw: The Most "Loose" Answer Ever?
07/11/2024 Duration: 12minWe had the legendary Take That live in the studio to play a fierce game of Quick Draw! With over 45 million records sold and countless hits, these lads didn’t hold back. Gary Barlow finds out we’ve been playing grabs from his chat all year—and yep, he’s shocked (but not as shocked as he is by Ricki’s Quick Draw answer, which might be the most "loose" answer ever). Between laughs, we revisit Gary’s best moments: “This is the best radio station ever!” and “us singers, we need our sleep,” and, of course, his love for eating cheese.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Full Show: Presidential Tidbits, Double Surprises & Relationship Red Flags!
06/11/2024 Duration: 51minToday’s show takes on everything from presidential quirks to jaw-dropping dating confessions! Joel dives into some hilarious U.S. election facts, from the president’s salary to Trump’s plans for a glammed-up Air Force One and his infamous makeup routine. Then, we get into some serious relationship red flags—one woman proudly shares the four things she refuses to do for her husband, and the callers’ stories that follow are even more shocking. In Glossys, we tackle the hot question everyone’s asking: is Barry Keoghan’s peen real in Saltburn? And things only get weirder when we discuss a woman born with two vaginas and her revelation that hundreds of her partners never noticed. Yep, you read that right! To top it all off, we spin the Wednesday Wheel and play the Age Game: Presidential Edition.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The Woman with Two Vaginas: Annie’s Unbelievable Story
06/11/2024 Duration: 04minMeet Annie Charlotte, the UK woman born with two vaginas, two uteruses, and two cervixes. Diagnosed with the rare condition uterus didelphys at 16, Annie has turned her unique situation into a successful OnlyFans career at 25. She’s now sharing her story—and it’s full of surprising twists!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Full Show: What a Tiny Coincidence!
05/11/2024 Duration: 52minNeiiiighhhhhhhh! We kick things off with Ricki-Lee’s epic performance with Ronan Keating at the Melbourne Cup, where they sang Lovin' Each Day for an audience of 700 million. Tim even stepped in to fix a little audio glitch for today’s show. Next, we dive into Joel’s chat with Wicked stars Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo. They’re totally obsessed with his fiancé and his dog—proving that even A-listers can’t resist a cute pup! Then, Tim shares his experience with a tiny coincidence that had us all shook—small but weirdly satisfying! And in Real Housewives drama, the Sydney cast had an explosive clash that brought production to a halt and left the whole crew scrambling to rework episodes. If that’s not enough, we’ve got a jaw-dropping story about a son secretly dating his dad’s 29-year-old girlfriend, and believe us, it only gets wilder from there. And to wrap things up, we play the Melbourne Cup edition of Joel Jivin'—think horses, high notes, and plenty of laughs!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inform
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Real Housewives of Sydney in Chaos After Physical Altercation!
05/11/2024 Duration: 05minIn today’s Glossys, we’ve got all the drama from The Real Housewives of Sydney! Production reportedly spiraled into chaos after a physical altercation broke out between cast members, halting filming and forcing production to rework upcoming episodes. It’s Housewives at its most explosive! Plus, we can’t get over Mariah Carey’s new wax figure at Madame Tussauds—it’s so spot-on, we’re struggling to tell which one’s the real Mariah! Grimes also throws shade at Elon Musk after Olivia Rodrigo reveals her dating red flag (hint: it involves outer space). And, Lady Gaga takes the stage at Kamala Harris' rally, and we’ve got a clip you won’t want to miss!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ricki-Lee & Ronan Keating’s Melbourne Cup Audio Drama!
05/11/2024 Duration: 07minRicki-Lee took the stage with Ronan Keating at the Melbourne Cup, performing Lovin' Each Day to an audience of over 700 million! But the performance hit a snag when an audio glitch crept in—luckily, Tim caught it and worked his magic with Dan for today’s show. We’re breaking down all the behind-the-scenes drama and celebrating this epic performance with a little help from Dan's quick fix!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Full Show: You Guys!
04/11/2024 Duration: 51minToday’s show has it all, betch! We kick things off with Melbourne Cup legend Michelle Payne, who shares her top tip for tomorrow’s big race—you don’t want to miss her insider pick! And Ricki-Lee has her own Cup surprise: she’s performing live at the races, and a very special star has asked her to sing with him. Who could it be? We also dive into some hot (literally) listener stories, like the woman whose scalp was steaming from a serious hot flush. And when it comes to pet peeves, apparently Hugh Grant is not here for people with backpacks! One of our listeners had her own extreme moment, slamming her daughter’s iPad right out the window. Then, Joel rolls in late from his exclusive chat with Ariana Grande and the Wicked cast, and he’s got some sneak peeks to share! And if you think Uber only offers cars, think again—someone has figured out how to Uber a camel, and it’s honestly iconic.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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FULL CHAT: Joel Talks 'Wicked' with Ariana Grande & Cynthia Erivo!
04/11/2024 Duration: 07minJoel Creasey sat down with Wicked stars Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo while they’re in Sydney for the world premiere of the film! As the ultimate Wicked fan—he’s seen it over 200 times!—Joel dives deep with the stars on what it’s like bringing the magic of Wicked to the big screen, chats about his Wicked-style engagement and they all swoon over Joel's boyfriend, Jack. It’s a fangirl moment, a premiere celebration, and an exclusive chat you won’t want to miss!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Michelle Payne Gives Us Her Melbourne Cup Tip!
04/11/2024 Duration: 04minWe sat down with the legendary Michelle Payne—the only woman to have won the Melbourne Cup—as she gears up for tomorrow’s big race! With a record-breaking four women competing this year, we asked Michelle if she thinks a woman could take home the Cup again. And best of all, she gives us her top tip for tomorrow’s race! Whether you’re a racing fan or just love an underdog story, this is one chat you won’t want to miss.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Full Show: Ricki Spewed In A Cab!
01/11/2024 Duration: 52minWe’re bringing the chaos today, betch! First up, the results are in from our pumpkin carving contest between Ricki, Tim, and Joel—who came out on top with the most creative (and borderline scary) design? We’ve got the winner and all the laughs. But that’s not all! Ricki tells the absolutely gross story of what happened after she went a little too hard at the Coldplay concert… and let’s just say the cab driver wasn’t impressed. Plus, things are heating up across the pond with effigies of UK personalities being burned, and apparently, Oasis is next on the list! We also stumbled upon the strangest accessory of the day—a necklace that actually gets erect. Don’t ask, just listen. And in DNA shockers, a couple who already have kids together recently found out they’re cousins! Yep, things get weird, and we’re here for it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.