Three of Australia’s 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, Sp…

The band is breaking up. We announced that Ricki & Tim are doing Sydney breakfast, and Joel is going solo nationally! Hear our announcements and reactions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ICYMI, Ricki-Lee & Tim are heading to Sydney Breakfast on Feb 9, and Joel's going solo in April. Here are the guys driving you home from Feb 9...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Things are changing for 2026. We're getting our own shows. Hear the announcement here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nicola Peltz allegedly gets a $1 million monthly allowance from her billionaire dad, which by our estibation is about $12 million a year—so we asked what you'd do with that kind of cash. David Beckham's Paris Fashion Week dinner order got broken down euro by euro, and a 79-year-old husband learned how to do his blind wife's hair and makeup at beauty school after 50 years of marriage (grab the tissues). Kim K spilled about Britney crashing at their place for girl time and why Kris deleted those Meghan and Harry party pics, while Rose revealed Taylor Swift pulled her aside at a party to give her career advice. A data firm confirmed pop music is getting sadder and angstier, with despair spiking sharply after 2020—our estibation is we're all just vibing with the existential dread now. Plus, a bloke photographed his date's fridge on the first date and it was full of... frankfurts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A data firm analysed 25 years of Billboard Hot 100 lyrics and confirmed what we've all been feeling—pop music is getting way sadder and angstier. They tracked moods like heartbreak, joy, angst and love across thousands of songs, and tracks invoking angst and heartbreak are dominating the charts now (hello Billie Eilish, Sam Smith, and Die With A Smile). Love songs are still hanging in there, but here's the kicker: "despair" started spiking sharply after 2020. Apparently the pandemic really said let's make everything a vibe check, and pop music took notes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rumours have been swirling that Nicola Peltz receives a monthly allowance from her billionaire dad Nelson Peltz, even though she's 31 years old. An English journalist just confirmed the tea on a podcast, claiming Nelson allegedly told someone he gives his daughter a cool million dollars... every single month. That's $12 million a year if you're doing the math at home, which is more than most people will see in a lifetime. Must be nice having a dad worth $2.5 billion.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joel revealed his absolutely chaotic laptop desktop and we needed to know—what's your messy shame that would trigger everyone? A woman on Instagram went viral listing all the types of people who piss her off (looking at you, "hubby" and "nummy" users), so we shared ours including people who say "expresso" and those who constantly say "we have to catch up" but never do. Deni Hines walked out of I'm A Celebrity and we revisited Joel and Chrissy's iconic "we are the show" moment from their season. Harry Styles allegedly has "no loyalty" to Louis Tomlinson after dropping his single on the same day as Louis' album release, and the drama is juicy. We dove into the wildest episodes of My Strange Addiction including people who eat cardboard, snort their meals, and use... unconventional skincare routines.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Deni Hines walked out of the I'm A Celebrity jungle after less than a week, and her reason for leaving has everyone talking (hint: it involves the long drop). We revisited the iconic moment when Joel and Chrissy Swan tried to quit the show years ago, which produced one of the greatest reality TV quotes of all time. But then Chrissy went on her show and said something that has Joel absolutely fuming. He's seen the Instagram tag, he knows what she said, and Sonia Kruger is now officially his new best showbiz friend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joel and Ricki were both in Perth at the same time and somehow never hung out—the passive aggressive energy was real. We discovered Gen Z is too broke to go out so they're hosting admin nights and PowerPoint presentations instead (truly unhinged behaviour). Tim took us through the final meals of the world's most notorious criminals because nothing says drive time radio like death row dinners. A horny stat revealed men peak way later than you'd think, which means Joel's got five years before he becomes unstoppable. Sydney Sweeney's been decorating the Hollywood Sign with bras for her new movie, and we wrapped with the Short Kings edition of Joel Jivin' because height is just a number.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tim found a study that completely flips what we thought we knew about male desire, and it involves 67,000 people (though 69,000 would've been way more appropriate for this topic). Turns out men don't peak when you'd expect—there's a very specific age range that changes everything, and Joel's got about five years until he becomes an absolute menace. Jack, consider yourself warned. Also, Tim's beard is getting him objectified around Sydney, and honestly? He's never been happier about it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gen Z is apparently too broke to go out, so they're hosting... admin nights? Yep, bring your laptop over and update subscriptions together like it's a study group for adulting. We debated whether PowerPoint nights (where everyone presents their current obsession) are genius or annoying, why gays love a YouTube spiral, and how Joel still doesn't know what half his friends actually do for work despite 15 years of friendship. Ricki's got a strict no-phones policy when you're at her place though—scroll in her presence and you're out.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joel somehow turned a parking fine into a coffee date with the inspector who busted him—because making friends while losing money is very on brand. We added to our collection of mispronunciations after some kids butchered 'Worcestershire' and a creator admitted they've been saying 'ramen' wrong their whole life. Jermaine sat down with Louis Tomlinson to chat about his new album and discovered they share a very specific high school musical past. New Music Friday delivered the goods, and after Charlie Puth shared his top 5 songs of all time, we asked what yours are—callers had some opinions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jermaine scored 10 minutes with Louis Tomlinson to chat about his new album How Did I Get Here? and things got unexpectedly personal. Turns out they both have something major in common from high school (hint: it involves leather jackets and slicked-back hair). Louis opened up about his ride-or-die fans, why they're the reason he's here, and the one festival moment that changed everything for him as a 16-year-old kid from Doncaster.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joel got busted by a parking inspector outside his gym, but things took an unexpected turn when the officer recognised him from the show. What happened next involves a removed parking fine, a 10-minute chat, and Joel buying coffee for someone who'd just cost him money. Classic Joel energy: somehow making friends while getting fined.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ty and Kanye want to open a Thai restaurant called "Ty Land" so naturally we came up with our own genius (or terrible?) restaurant concepts. Wicked fans reckon Ariana and Cynthia are in a full-blown feud because Ari skipped the birthday post this year—the shade of it all! Turns out people who swear apparently live longer, which means Ricki's basically immortal at this point. Plus Ricki and Joel battled it out in the first Quick Draw of the year while Victoria Beckham's son liked a video roasting her wedding dance moves.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you’ve ever been told swearing makes you lazy or dumb, this might be your redemption arc. A resilience expert has dropped a claim that’s got everyone nodding along aggressively and maybe swearing in agreement. There’s science involved, stress relief, and a very convincing argument that letting it rip might actually be good for you. We get into the why, the research behind it, and what it says about the way some people cope better than others.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wicked fans reckon there’s trouble brewing behind the scenes, and one tiny detail has sent the internet spiralling. Ariana Grande noticeably stayed silent on Cynthia Erivo’s birthday, and now everyone’s reading way too deeply into it. Is it nothing, or is it the pettiest celeb snub of all time? We unpack the clues and let you decide after you hear what really got fans talking.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ricki updates us with developments on the Brooklyn/Brand Beckham saga with a few inconsistencies. This songwriter wrote a Rihanna song in the most genius way possible. A fan tells us what the new Harry Styles song sounds like. We play a game of POVO. And, do you have a sexy name?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Harry Styles' new single Aperture releases this Friday, but fans in Sydney got to listen to it early. Here's what it sounds like.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Brooklyn & Brand Beckham saga continues except this time, the internet has been internetting! Ricki goes through the big inconsistencies she's found online.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy National Disc Jockey Day! Courtney soaked her whole wedding thanks to a sprinkler-wedding dress disaster, Brooklyn Beckham’s family drama is still peak chaos, and Meghan, McConaughey, Rihanna, and Mary J. Blige all had their own wild moments. Oh, and a Scottish seagull stole a sandwich like a proper DJ stealing the show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joel brings us a wedding nightmare after Courtney from Virginia accidentally flooded her hotel room less than an hour before walking down the aisle. Her photographer hung the wedding dress up for a cute pic, only to realise too late it was on a sprinkler, setting off the entire system and soaking literally everything.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We pack this whole fam drama. Brooklyn Beckham has gone fully scorched earth, unfollowing his entire family and dropping a multi slide Instagram statement accusing David and Victoria of years of control and media games. He claims wedding drama, name rights pressure, a hijacked first dance and even says his mum danced inappropriately on him in front of guests. The fallout explains why he and Nicola quietly renewed their vows without the Beckhams and why he says his anxiety vanished once he stepped away. Brand Beckham versus Brooklyn has officially entered its messiest era and we are absolutely seated.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re back for 2026, and we’re kicking off with a Things We Missed quiz to catch up on all the chaos we somehow slept through. Highlights include an elderly Condiment Queen hoarding sauces older than pop careers, Jermaine earning a slap on the wrist (and possibly a medical warning) for a hand edit in Mailbag, and Joel nearly thinking he was the main event at the Australian Open. Tim spotted a man washing his feet in airport toilets—trauma included—and Ricki accidentally turned her Zurich hotel into a sauna. Oh, and Joel’s officially deep into chopped salads, TikTok style.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tim was in Perth during the holiday break, and gave us three things that he experienced on his trip. Two of them were cool and fun.... sure, but the third will make you vom! Who does that?!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joel kicked off 2026 by casually living his best life at the Australian Open, surrounded by peak Melbourne bingo celebs and actual tennis royalty. He found himself seated just behind Roger Federer and Rod Laver while watching Aryna Sabalenka, fully convinced his main character moment had arrived. Joel then attempted to get Yelena Dokic’s attention from the stands, despite wearing sunnies, a beard and a very ambitious AO fedora. The cruel twist was Sabalenka’s post match selfie, where Joel was tragically cropped out and reduced to a rogue hat and phone lurking behind a Love Island head. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re back live Monday, but in the meantime… Rosie O'Donnell sat down with Joel for a hilarious and surprisingly deep chat about everything from her first Aussie trip to fighting with Elizabeth Hasselbeck on The View. She shared wild stories about Madonna, Gina Davis, Kathy Griffin and even the “Chernobyl of mushrooms.” Plus, she weighed in on Kylie, Nicole and what she really thinks of Australian slang. Listen to the full podcast for Joel’s full interview with Rosie!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Melbourne United’s Matthew Dellavedova had a very close encounter with Joel during the NBL’s Pride Round, and let’s just say… Joel made the most of the moment. From hoops to hilarious sideline chaos, we break down exactly what went down when an NBL champion ended up right in his lap—plus, the unexpected thing Joel whispered to him after. You need to hear this!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re back live January 19, 2026. In the meantime… Ricki is absolutely fuming after watching Meghan Markle's new Netflix special With Love, Meghan. We dive deep into all the moments that left Ricki rolling her eyes — from the awkward interviews to that cringeworthy moment when Mindy Kaling calls her Meghan Markle, and Meghan corrects her by saying she's "Sussex." Seriously? Buckle up for a no-holds-barred breakdown of the most baffling royal rebrand attempt ever.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re back live January 19, 2026. In the meantime… Ever needed to do a number two on a date?

We’re back live January 19, 2026. In the meantime… Just minutes before the live Australian Idol Grand Finale kicked off, Ricki-Lee was in a full-blown food poisoning nightmare—thanks to some rogue Mexican! She pushed through like a total pro. Glam on the outside, absolute chaos within. We relive the carnage.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re back live January 19, 2026. In the meantime… James Young from Melbourne’s iconic Cherry Bar dropped in to spill the tea on the night Lady Gaga partied so hard, she left on her hands and knees—literally crawling up ACDC Lane. From booking clashes with a Mildura blues duo to five-hour Gaga dance marathons, this story has it all. She rocked the bar solo, requested Judas Priest, and proved why she’s the real Queen of Pop and rock. The night became legendary… and we reckon her post-Marvel Stadium plans might just include another Cherry Bar cameo

Tim contributes some Harry Potter news for our 'Pothead' Joel, in particular, which of the stars launched their new career on OnlyFans... Can you guess who it is?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re back live January 19, 2026. In the meantime… Science has officially lost the plot—apparently, rubbing men’s underarm sweat on your lips can help you relax, boost your mood, and even regulate your cycle. A new study from the University of Pennsylvania has gone viral, and we’re diving into the wildest details. Could this be the ultimate (and grossest) stress reliever, or just another bizarre internet trend?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re back live January 19, 2026. In the meantime… Ricki-Lee had her Logies moment stolen thanks to a confetti bomb courtesy of Richard Marx’s performance. While trying to present live on stage with Manu, Ricki ended up squinting through stage fog and glitter-drenched autocues like she was decoding Morse code. Add a thick emergency panty mission, a gown that doubled as a red carpet speed bump, and some cheeky shoutouts from Hans and the Today team, and you've got the most glamorous hostage situation in Logies history. Throw in Jimmy Barnes, Yelena Dokic, some cheeky Pang, and a few sus snubs—last year’s Logies had it all… even if Idol didn’t win.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're back live Jan 19. In the meantime. We’re putting our ears to the test with the ultimate startup sound showdown! From Netflix and Windows 95 to some very cheeky ones, we’re guessing all the sonic triggers that make you go “ohhh, that’s where that’s from!”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joel landed an Aussie radio exclusive with Dorit Kemsley while she was in Melbourne for Crown Oak’s Day. She raved about Melbourne, Crown’s spa (best massage in 20 years) and described Aussie fashion as “effortlessly chic” while firmly ruling out culottes and Birkenstocks. Dorit shared how she’s archiving designer pieces for her daughter Phoenix, her famously exact drink orders, and reflected on last season of Housewives as “authentic chess.” She also teased her upcoming book (April 7), revealed she was a breakdancer back in the day, and dished on her love of music, running late, and keeping it glam.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're back January 19, but in the meantime... In a very rare game of Name Em, Ricki reveals to us that she auditioned for Season 1 of Australian Idol... and GOT REJECTED! Find out why now.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s our final show of the year and we went out swinging. We kicked things off with a study claiming the big bellied boyyzz are the real heartthrobs and honestly, the confidence was through the roof. Then Bieber went full nostalgia and returned to the bowling alley from his Baby video which sent us all straight back to 2010. We wrapped the year with a massive 2025 quiz that proved our memories are cooked but hilarious. And just when you thought the world had run out of chaos, the US State Department decided fonts were the hill to die on. Times New Roman is apparently back in style and honestly, sure. What a way to finish the year, betch.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025 on the Ricki Lee, Tim and Joel Show was absolute chaos in the best way. The Win Page was your religion and the Big Wednesday Wheel got new games that somehow stuck harder than Name Em ever did. We pulled massive guests, bigger stories and even bigger jingles that haunted us for months. Nova’s Red Room Global Tour took us from New Zealand with Gracie Abrams to criss crossing America, including that one show we literally did from a car. Ricki hit the big 4 0, Tim did his Arias host strut and Joel spent most of the year defending Girlfriend’s honour like a proud guard dog in sequins. And we wrapped it all up with Nicola belting us into the new year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Someone tried to spice up Christmas by ditching bonbons and handing out Amazon mystery parcels full of socks, cat toys and one very rogue bark control device. We got into Melbourne officially becoming the vinyl capital of the world with more record stores than hipsters can handle. Things got spicy when a husband called out his wife for never flushing and the internet absolutely tore him apart. The Met Gala co-chairs for 2026 dropped and Beyoncé is finally returning after ten long years. Plus a wild round of Quick Draw between Joel and Ricki to wrap it all up, betch.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fresh off the press! Speaking with Stephen Colbert, Taylor Swift reveals her favourite song of all time!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.