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Lisa and Russell opened the phones to ask you a very simple question. What is something you used to hate but now you love and they took some very interesting calls. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Voice is back on the tele and host Sonia Kruger called Lisa and Russell to tell them what they missed last night, the surprise role of the secret new judge Tones & I and the lengths they went to, to conceal her from the contestants, plus Lisa is told all about the W.A contestants which includes a very good looking opera singer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

W.A is represented on The Block this year with Lisa and Roscoe and they joined Lisa and Russell in the studio this morning. They talked about just how fast the turnaround is from finding out they were on The Block to actually being in Mt. Elisa in Victoria filming the show. They also chatted about discovering how they work together under pressure and what they're each good at and not so good at. And this year all The Block contestants are in a share house, they spill some secrets on what that experience was like.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lisa and Russell opened the phones to find out what unusual musical instruments you can play and they got everything from a Shofar to an Irish bodhrán . Find out here exactly what those instruments are and what they sound like.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Another edition of Perth's Strange History and today it was the old Fremantle Crocodile Farm which was located where Little Creatures was in Fisherman's Harbour. The guys played some audio from Rampaging Roy who used to be a croc handler at the farm and they also spoke to caller Bob who remembered going to the farm as a kid.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Barra brought a very special guest into the studio this morning, AC Milan legend Christian Panucci. They chatted about everything from his playing career, what he thinks about Perth and whether Rome or Perth is better, Barra also asked about the comparisons of the round ball game to the AFL. barra then shot off a round of quick fire questions to Christian which included the one question the makes every Italian person reel in horror. Should there be pineapple on a pizza! There's lots more in here too so make sure you have a listen all the way through.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today Russell and Barra opened the Book Of Records to find out who has the most board games in their home. They started at 6 and ended up with a huge total from Marisa or Noranda. Along the way, Barra told Russ how he cheated at Scrabble and the bizarre way one of his mates met his wife playing Twister.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our movie expert Ben O'Shea was in to review the latest Marvel extravaganza Spiderman: Brand new Day. Ben told Russell and Barra what the projected takings of the movie are going to be and it will blow your mind and Barra asked THE most important question about the movie...who's making SPidey's suits these days. Is it worth seeing? Ben gives his score out of 5 starsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Russell and Barra chatted to Fremantle Dockers star Hayden Young after he was a no show at the Derby last week after talking to Lisa and Russell on the phone. They findout what exactly happened to him. Barra also told Hayden that The Hawks are dealing with how to deal with Wharfie time plus how they'll tackle the Bulldogs tomorrow night at Optus Stadium. They also chatted about Murphy Reid being signed until 2033 and Hayden will get to celebrate his 100th game at Optus tomorrow night.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Barra chatted to Russell about the fact that he has had his faith restored in humanity over the past week after witnessing some kind deeds from other people including Fremantle Dockers star Andy Brayshaw.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Barra had a chat with Russell this morning and played some audio about Scottish Commonwealth Games swimmer Archie Goodburn who achieved his dream at the Games while also battling terminal brain cancer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Elliot Yeo called in to speak to Russell and Barra this morning. Barra asked him what it is that has made The Dockers so hard to stop this season, they also had an in-depth discussion about Harley Reid and an article that said that he was the most inconsistently umpired player in the competition by that far it's not funny. Elliot was also asked if playing at the MCG still gave him the same buzz now that it used to, plus, Barra also probed Elliot about his body and whether he's starting to feel the aches and pains as he gets older.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Barra joined Lisa and Russell in the studio this morning talking all things Derby 63 tonight, Hayden Young's surprise out for the DOckers with sickness and SHai Bolton back in. Plus the Commonwealth Games have started in Scotland with a huge Opening Ceremony featuring a Loch Ness Monster, Barra challenged the guys to come up with 5 Scottish things plus find out why tennis legend Martina Navratilova is upset about women wearing kilts as part of the Opening Ceremony. Barra also reveals a surprise competitor linked to one of the greatest missing persons mysteries of all time and he also puts those Justin Langer coaching the English Test Team rumours to bed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today was National Tell An Old Joke Day so Lisa and Russell opened the phone lines to hear your favourite old jokes and they received a surprise call from one Bernie Brittain disguied as caller Michael from Ellenbrook.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our movie guy gave Lisa and Russell a very honest review of the new Apple TV+movie The Dink starring Ben Stiller and Australia's own Aaron Chen. Ben tells the guys what the movie is about and why it's not on his recommended viewing list for this weekend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lisa and Russell's series about Perth's Strange History continued today with a bizarre law we had until 2016 which was the law against having more than 50kg of potatoes. The guys spoke to criminal lawyer Laura Willox about why the law was introduced and why it took so long for it to be changed plus what Spudshed King Toni Galati had to do with it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hayden Young gave Lisa and Russell a call ahead of his 100th AFL Game which also just happens to be The Derby tomorrow night. The guys played a tribute to Hayden to celebrate his great achievements so far and asked him what he thought the biggest highlight has been so far. They also probed him about that 1/4 time on the siren goal last week against Port Adelaide and the fitness status of Shai Bolton plus he was asked if Mason Cox has been practicing his goal kicking accuracy after last weekend's game. Hayden also talked about The Derby and whether or not he thinks it will be an easy game for The Dockers to win. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lisa and Russell caught up with Canadian superstar Bryan Adams as he heads back to Perth next February. They talked about THAT fatberg and his reaction to the show being postponed last year. The also talked about his new album called Rolling With The Punches . They also got his surprise reaction when they talked about his 1985 hit Heaven hitting 1 billion streams plus he's friends with Taylor Swift, find out whether or not he got invited to her wedding extravaganza.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Barra joined Lisa and Russell for the return of How Hard Can It Be? Today the battle of opening things wrapped in hard plastic. Producer Suzy has an instructional video to try to help them, but did it work?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on The Shaw Report, the Avengers Doomsday trailer has dropped and Lisa has the massive cast list! Ryan Reynolds has confirmed Deadpool will be back despite suggesting previously it may not be on the cards. Members of AC/DC have revealed their biggest fear on stage and a great cat survival story in Colorado.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On her way into work early this morning, Lisa witnessed a speeding car on Alexander Drive. She revealed statistics that the number of drivers caught speeding on our freeways has more than trebled in the past year despite desperate road safety warnings as our road toll climbs. Lisa and Russell chatted about the use of fixed AI cameras and their thoughts on freeway speed limits.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After Harley Reid injured his ankle on the weekend, Lisa shared she has sprained and twisted her ankle a very large amount of times, as for Russell, that number is very different! They tumbled into your random ankle injury tales with a massive “OUCH” factor.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our West Coast Eagle star Elliot Yeo called Lisa and Russell this morning because he's suffering from a cold. They guys find out if that cold will stop him playing in this Friday night's Derby. They also discussed if coach McQualter is happy with the boys this season. Harley Reid's ankle also came up for discussion. Did he injure it on the field or on the bench? Elliot was also asked about the surface of Optus Stadium, Liam Baker's suspension and how he thinks The Eagles will go against The Dockers in the Derby on Friday night. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on The Shaw Report, Lisa gave a box office update on the opening weekend of Christopher Nolan's epic adventure The Odyssey, she also reported on a couple of celebrity deaths that happened over the weekend. Plus the FIFA World Cup half time extravaganza which featured Madonna and The Muppets and in a strange twist, Lisa also found herself defending Tom Cruise over his World Cup speach.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Barra joined Lisa and Russell after pulling an alnighter to watch the FIFA World Cup Final. He spoke to the guys about Spain's win and the half time entertainment which included Madonna and The Muppets. Barra also reviewed Freo's win at the weekend and has asked why Hayden Young said he was nervous during the game. Injury worries for the Eagles with Harley Reid hurting his ankle off field and Liam Baker's possible suspension. Plus the latest from the Belgium Grand Prix and the huge rumour that Justin Langer could be the new coach of England's Test team.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on The Shaw Report, Lisa reported on more court action for Kanye West but with a twist, the death of a reality show icon plus The Batman sequel starring Robert Pattinson doesn't look like it's happening anytime soon, Paris Jackson proves that the apple really does fall a fair way from the tree as she performs live and a public safety warning for anyone with a pole dancing pole in their homes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our favourite spanish chef Miguel Maestre Joined Lisa and Russell in the studio ahead of the Good Food and Wine Show this weekend. He told the guys what they can expect at this years show plus why he'll be on stage with three cabbages and a samurai sword. He also talked about his love for Spain as they head into the World Cup Final on Monday morning and how and where he'll be watching it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Barra joined Lisa and Russell in the studio where they talked about this weekend's AFL matches including The Dockers taking on Port Adelaide who are injury depleted and The Eagles facing both of the potential Premiership teams over the next fortnight with Brisbane, then Freo. In cricket, the English have sacked their Test coach Brendan McCullam, better known as Baz, Barra has all the details plus The World Cup Final is Monday morning Perth time at 5am as Argentina take on Spain. And Sam Kerr has returned to the USA to Gotham FC, more than 40,000 people turned up to see her first match.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today Lisa and Russell opened the Book Of Records up again and were looking for the most money you've spent in just one trip to the mechanics after both Russell and Producer Suzy had to spend a lot more than expected on repairs to their cars.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today in The Shaw Report, controversy over the casting decisions on Christopher Nolan's epic new movie The Odyssey, I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here gets ressurrected by a rival TV network but who is hosting it, plus as Phil Collins Face Value album turns 45 years old, there's something special coming for fans of the album, another Hotel Transylvania movie is on the way, the 5th in the franchise and you'll never believe just how much the Toy Story franchise has made over it's 30 year history. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lisa and Russell are delving into some of Perth's Strange History and this morning the told the story of the Langley Park Airstrip and the how and why it became Perth's first airstrip.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our movie guy Ben O'Shea has been to see the movie being touted as the film to save cinema, The Odyssey with an all star cast including Matt Damon, Brad Pitt & Anne Hathaway. This movie is a true epic, including it's more than 3 hour run time and Ben gives his score out of 5 stars as to whether it's worth putting half a day aside to go and see it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dockers star Hayden Young joined Lisa and Russell ahead of big game in Adelaide against the Crows this weekend. Lisa and Russell discussed with Hayden the win against Sydney last week which had fans very worried in the first half and asked what the talk in the coaches box would have been like. Hayden also confirmed whether or not he would be playing after giving an update on his groin injury.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today it was Russell's turn to try and trick one of our listeners as Lisa and Russell played another round of Two Truths and a Lie, this time about Russell's recent holiday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today in the Shaw Report, Lisa told us about a potential residency for one very popular female artist which could be one of the biggest deals in history if it comes off, plus The Shawshank Redemption is coming to Perth as a stage play next year, Lisa has all the details. She also tells us about an auction for a guitar which The Edge used on U2's Popmart tour and how much it's expected to sell for. There's great news for fans of the ABC series Fisk starring Kitty Flannagan AND a story out of the U.S that will interest you if you use the self-serve checkouts at the supermarket.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Brewster from the Angels called Lisa and Russell as the band's iconic song Am I Ever Gonna See Your Face Again celebrates it's 50th birthday, plus the guys are coming back to Perth this weeknd for a couple of shows. John told the guys the sad origins of the song and the story behind that very recognizable guitar riff in the song. He also tells Lisa and Russell where he heard THAT chorus chant for the very first time and how the song and that chant are now cemented in Australian music historySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott Cam joined Lisa and Russell in the studio as we get set for The Block Season 22. With this years location being in Mount Eliza in Victoria, Scott shared the process of how the production team actually get the land to make the show. He also revealed the new and different living arrangements for this year's contestants and why it's going to make for some very interesting viewing. Lisa and Russel asked Scott about given the current housing market, is he worried that this year's Blocks may not sell, Scott also reveals that there's a special bonus for this years winner and he gave us an insight into the Perth contestants Rosco and Lisa.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lisa McCune is back in Perth starring in the stage production o Steel Magnolias at His Majesty's Theatre The guys talked to her about what it's like being back in her home town and she told them how she plans to take her now adult children on a tour of the North West plus she talked about the show and the comparisons to the movie version and also her love for His Majesty's TheatreSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Well...somebody slept through his alarm this morning! Elliot Yeo was on the phone because he forgot to wake up on time to join Lisa and Russell in the studio. The guys talked about the loss to the Western Bulldogs last weekend but Elliot told the guys that all the signs are there for the team moving forward. They also discussed his 200th game and what it felt like celebrating with his family and friends at the ground. Liam Duggan's upside down mark became a talking point with Elliot pointing out that it could be possibly goal of the year. This weekend the Eagles take on Brisbane at home and the return of Oscar Allen to Perth, Elliot gave his thoughts on what he thought the reception would be for him.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the Shaw Report today, tributes for actor Sam Neill who has died unexpectedly at age 78 plus Lisa has all the latest record breaking stats on Madonna's new album Confessions II, Bryan Adams is coming back to Perth and he's bringing a surprise support act with him, plus there's yet another classic movie reboot on the cards, Lisa will tell you which one it is and Netflix has given the green light on a new game show based on a very popular board game.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Russell's family went up To Exmouth for the holidays however the day before his wife and kids headed up in the car, there was an incident on the freeway that put Russell into a tailspin and a world of emergency repairs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lisa & Russell talk about what they got up to during their two week holiday break. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Taylor Swift got married, Pitball bald cap Guinness World Records, Mobland season 2 release date, Anthony Hopkins is releasing an album and the Rolling Stones biography.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Barra joined Lisa and Russell to talk about the Eagles playing for “four quarters” for perhaps the first time this season and Harley Reid and Marcus Bontempelli and Harley Reid steal the show.The Dockers last Thursday… no goals in the first half, then 100 points scored after halftime - unbelievable!! Suns coach Damian Hardwick's dummy spit FIFA World Cup semi finals have been decided, Wimbledon all over for another year and Cruz Hewitt following in his dads footstepsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lisa and Russell's movie reviewer Ben O'Shea has taken a look at the new live action version of Moana starring Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson. He spoke to Smiley about the junket he went on for the movie where he got to meet the star in person and was given some very strict instructions around what to call him. Is Moana worth spending your money on these school holidays? Ben will let you know as he rates the movie out of 5 coconuts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Barra sat down with Hayden Young to chat about their surprise loss last weekend to GWS, he asked Hayden what was said in the post match review. They boys also discussed Corey Wagner and the fact he has bags packed next to the front door as his partner is about to give birth at any time. They also discussed Hayden groin injury, as Barra put it, the most talked about groin in Australia this week, will Hayden be back playing against Sydney tomorrow night? Barra has predicted that tomorrow's game at Optus against Sydney will be the biggest of the year and a record crowd for the Dockers at home. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ahead of his milestone 200th game for The West Coast Eagles, Barra spoke one on one with Elliot Yeo where they talked about last weekend's loss to the Crows and why they couldn't pull off the win. Barra asked Elliot what the team can do to change things up and also found out what his go to fire up music is...it WILL surprise you. There has been questions around Yeoy's performance after last week's game he gave his responce to those questions and also explained his new role in the deep forward line. Barra also gave Elliot a quick quiz ahead of his 200th game with the club at Marvel this weekend, find out who his toughest opponent has been, his favourite ground, the team mates he's admired over the years playing with and he also reveals the advice former club champion Matt Priddis gave him for a quick recovery from a corked leg...what Pridda told Elliot will shock you.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Barra joined Smiley in the studio this morning wrapping up the weekend sports action which included The Dockers loss to GWS ending their 14 game winning streak, Hayden Young's latest setback with another groin injury and how long he may be out. Barra is predicting a loss this week for The Dockers against Sydney plus, The Eagles gave The Crows a scare in the final quarter last Friday night, he says that next year will be The Eagles year and gave Smiley his prediction as to how many games he thinks they'll win. The Aussies have taken out the Women's T20 World Cup, Barra has all the stas and facts and has called the team the greatest team in the world at the moment Plus all the action from the FIFA World Cup as the Soccereroos bow out and England takes on Mexico later this morning and why Donald Trump has got involved in a red card decision for the American team. And finally at Wimbeldon Naomi Osaka has beaten World number 1 Aryna Sabalenka and Novak Djokovic has now won the most men's singles matches in Wimbeldon history. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our movie guy Ben O'Shea has been to see the new thriller called Dead Man's Wire which is a true-crime thriller based on a 1977 hostage standoff in the U.S starring Al Pacino, Bill Skarsgard and Perth's own Dacre Montgomery. Is it worth parting with your hard earned cash to see it? Ben's review reveals all. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While Lisa and Russell enjoy a sleep in, Smiley and Barra chatted to Fremantle Dockers star Hayden Young. Barra asked Hayden about how the team is reacting to 14 straights wins and whether the club song each win is becoming a bit lacklustre because they're singing it so much! Plus some quick fire questions, find out here who Hayden thinks is the most under-rated player at the club, Who is the best kicker, the club's worst dresser and the player who's music taste gets complaints from the other players in the gym.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today Barra had an indepth chat to Elliot Yeo from The West Coast Eagles. Barra asked about last weekend's loss to Carlton and what the review was like with the coaching team. Barra also touched on last night's 4 Corners story about AFL players diagnosed with CTE (Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy) which is head trauma through concussion from playing the game. Elliot gave his reaction and also talked about the stigma around concussion. Finally Barra also asked Elliot, should Eagles fans be supporting The Dockers during the finals this year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.