Ricki‑Lee & Tim make waking up in Sydney genuinely fun, jumping head‑first into stories the city can’t stop talking about. Their chemistry is instant, their friendship is real, and the laughs? Guaranteed. Ricki‑Lee brings the star power, the music chops and the unmistakable glam, while Tim Blackwel
We’re swapping absolute nightmare huntsman stories before finding out how ChatGPT can tell you which movie character you are. We also hear about tradies who took roadworks into their own hands rather than waiting for council, and ask what people do in public that makes you want to lose your mind. Plus, Bruce Isaacs joins us with the movies you need to add to your watchlist for this wet weather! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We hear your absolute nightmare huntsman stories, from a bloke who burned down his Bali villa trying to scare one away to a bedroom ceiling covered in 100 baby spiders. Plus, one family abandoned their three-year-old in the car with a huntsman, while another driver left her car in the middle of a roundabout and made a cop deal with it! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We get the latest on Kelly Clarkson’s beef with a New York store, chat about Ricki finally finishing The Sopranos and get into the stress of HSC exam season. We also want to know what gives you an instant headache, from everyday annoyances to the little things that make you want to lose your mind. Plus, Chrissy Teigen says her family just isn’t built for hot weather, and Ricki is VERY much on the same page! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We chat about the pressure of exam season, from laminating notes and sticking them in the shower to revising until your brain nearly explodes. Ricki and Tim share why your ATAR doesn’t define your future, while listeners send love to the students tackling their exams today. Plus, one school has a surprisingly sweet trick for calming exam nerves: sour lollies! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We debate the greatest TV finales of all time after Ricki finally finishes The Sopranos and is left absolutely shook by that infamous ending. From Breaking Bad and Sons of Anarchy to MASH and Glee , listeners share the finales that had them laughing, crying or throwing their remote at the TV. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We relive our own Bathurst-style racing drama after a chaotic go-karting session at Entertainment Park in Penrith, then get nostalgic about the good old days. We find out what people love that everyone else hates, before opening the Proud Parent Hotline and giving listeners a chance to brag about the brilliant things their kids have been doing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We reveal the controversial things we secretly love, from Ricki’s beloved Ovaltines and pickles to Tim’s smoked mussels, while debating celebrities everyone seems to have a problem with. Plus, listeners confess their own unpopular loves, including black pudding, disposable plastic everything and the absolute joy of going back to work after a holiday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We get nostalgic for the good old days, from the legendary Big Day Out and going to gigs without staring at our phones to when fuel was 51 cents a litre. Listeners share what they miss most, including kids playing outside, life feeling simpler and the days when nobody could track your every move with Find My iPhone and Life360. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We find out why some Aussie bars are handing out “cut off” cards to patrons who’ve had enough, and hear about an influencer who allegedly faked her running records by taking a sneaky ride on a bike. We unpack the latest Glossys, including the bizarre claim that Harry Styles hasn’t used a laptop in six years, and discover Aussie kids apparently think chips come from Macca’s. Plus, Australian Idol stars Kesha and Kalani join us for Karaoke Bar Fridays and take on Olivia Dean and Sam Fender’s “Rein Me In.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy…
Ricki's Idol children are going on tour! Australian Idol's Kesha & Kalani come in to perform their Karaoke Bar Fridays rendition of the Sam Fender & Olivia Dean banger 'Rein Me In'! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We want to know: when did you get busted? This running influencer has just got busted for faking her famous runs by sitting on the back of bikes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Massive show! What other radio show has Chris Minns and Noah Kahan in the same show?! Chris Minns gives his thoughts on bringing the F1 to Sydney and Noah Kahan tells us the beachside Sydney suburb he lived in! Plus, we reveal the fan voted top ten songs of all time and Jason Derulo didn't even get a look in. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Premier Chris Minns drops in to talk through his thoughts on pill testing at festivals. Plus, is there a chance the Formula 1 could come to Sydney? Later, the premier plays quick draw! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tim sits down with Noah Kahan to talk all things Australia including his run in with a red belly black snake! Plus, Noah Kahan reveals the Sydney city he used to live in! And, he tells us the importance of lady bugs in his life. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What are you good at? Tim is a great merger. Ricki-Lee is good at spying on peoples phones?! Then, we get some callers to give their special skills including a master egg cracker! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sydney has been ranked as the number one most stressful city to drive in Australia. Closely followed by... Adelaide?! Not sure who is writing this list. We get callers in for their live reviews of the roads while school zones are out of order for school holidays. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A woman in the US went 6 years with a needle inside her stomach... 6 years!! We asked what you have had stuck inside you. Plus, Tim and Ricki-Lee have a very suggestive discussion about their favourite bananas! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Big day on the show! We brought some laughs with Pitbulls Fireball, Bruce Isaacs gave us some recommendations with What Cha Watching, We played Tim's Top 5, and it turns out Sydney is one stressful Drive! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We’re BACK, and we’ve got a lot to catch up on! From the insane hail storm that smashed Sydney on Saturday, to the biggest moments we missed over the holidays, including Kylie Minogue and Amy Shark bringing the star power to the AFL and NRL Grand Finals. Tim Omaji joins us for a game of Sing!, while an Aussie baker gets busted giving a Woolies mud cake a $180 glow-up and a horse goes rogue in Bondi Junction. Plus, Tim comes home from the footy with a brand-new saying he’s determined to make happen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We want to know what you zhooshed, because this Aussie baker is getting roasted online for zhooshing a Woolies mudcake charging over $180 for it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Because all of Sydney hasn't talked about it enough, yet... Christopher Nolan* stopped by to talk about it too! (*Ricki-Lee) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A gruesome baseball injury had us all crossing our legs, so we asked about the worst injuries you've ever suffered. From nearly losing a toe on a broken bottle to a horror toboggan accident that left one caller needing surgery, the stories just kept getting more painful. Safe to say this chat isn't for the squeamish, but it definitely proved people can survive some seriously unlucky moments. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ricki has discovered the one thing women apparently cannot resist doing when walking behind their partners, and she needs to know she’s not alone. The phones light up as women confess to the same bizarre habit, while Tim is completely baffled until the answer is revealed. Soon, other women are piling on with their own versions, including one that involves a very unfortunate "card declined" situation. Ricki is finally able to relax knowing this is apparently a widespread condition. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sarah opens up about the unexpected podcast that left her crying all weekend after one of its hosts passed away. It sparks a chat about the strange but very real bonds we form with people we've never actually met, from podcasters to TV stars and musicians. Plus, listeners share the famous faces and voices they feel genuinely connected to, proving parasocial relationships are more common than you might think. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ricki has a theory that men find it easier to move on after losing a partner, and it opens up a surprisingly emotional conversation. Listeners share their own experiences of remarriage, dating after loss, and why starting over isn't always as simple as it sounds. It's honest, heartfelt and full of moments that might just change the way you think about love after loss. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ricki and Tim investigate why Australians suddenly sound completely ridiculous when they try to sing R&B songs in their natural accent. After deciding Missy Higgins is apparently the only Australian singer who can get away with it, Ricki takes on some of the biggest R&B hits, including Usher, Beyoncé and Boyz II Men. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The iconic Bachelor Girl stopped by to talk about their new album 'Waiting For The Day: Artist Sessions' releasing today, and sang 'Buses & Trains' with Ricki for Karaoke Bar Fridays! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We debate the things we absolutely refuse to pay for, after a Northern Sydney fish and chip shop cops backlash for charging $28 for a large bag of wedges . We hear from listeners who won't pay for bottled water at restaurants, while one of us reveals they'd rather Uber into the city than pay for parking. Plus, the cost of living has everyone questioning what things are actually worth spending money on. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
About Ricki‑Lee & Tim
Ricki‑Lee & Tim make waking up in Sydney genuinely fun, jumping head‑first into stories the city can’t stop talking about. Their chemistry is instant, their friendship is real, and the laughs? Guaranteed. Ricki‑Lee brings the star power, the music chops and the unmistakable glam, while Tim Blackwel
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