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…
We’re back live July 21… until then, enjoy the chaos! Today we talked about the coolest thing ever, tasty uniforms, mid-makeout mishaps (falling asleep?!). Plus, we catch up with Benny Blanco in L.A... don’t worry, we stayed awake for that bit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We're back live on July 21... TGIM, betch! Kicking things off with some juicy weekend goss... shoutout to the birthday girl who wanted secrets, not presents. Then we asked: what job could you fake with zero experience? One bloke thought “dentist” was a vibe. And finally, what would you put on your gravestone? Let’s just say Marge Simpson’s got us all rethinking things.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We're back live on July 21, but until then, here’s a spicy Friday mix to get you through. We found out you can be allergic to exercise (same), unpacked the drama of famous exes (Jennifer Coolidge’s, no less), Talked about a dramatic dog (not you Girlfriend), and Tim set off his Word Alarm again. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We’re back live July 21, but today’s best bits are shining bright… just like Jackie Gillies would want! We kicked things off with a confessional: what have you stolen? (Don’t worry, we’re not judging — even if it was a surf lifesaving flag from 1969). Then we tackled words people just can’t say… tortillas included. Then we talked Banana Bread with Jermaine... And finally, our psychic queen Jackie Gillies from RHOM dropped in for Quick Draw, and let’s just say: shine, shine, shine, betch!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We’re back on July 21, betch... until then, enjoy the chaos! Today we went deep on povo brags: walk-in pantries, billionaire jumbotrons, and humble flexes. Then the kids came in hot with their brutal honesty… ever been called Miss Piggy mid-flight? We spun the Wednesday Wheel and ended up in a Google-Off about the Pope. And finally, we cried (again) over the celeb break-ups that hurt us the most... Katy and Orlando, we’re looking at you.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We're back live on July 21... until then, enjoy our best bits! Things got weird at check-in when hotel staff in Ibiza were clearly on the sauce. Then, we asked the big question: who would you actually go to the E.R. for? (Apparently, not Usher.) We did our iconic segment, I Was Today Years Old! Plus, we catch up with the brilliant Gracie Abrams live from Auckland on Nova’s Red Room Global Tour.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We’re back live on July 21… until then, enjoy our best bits! Today we’re getting spiteful – Steve Harvey-style. Then it’s into the mailbag: Joel’s been freezing, Tim’s mistaken for someone (again), and Ricki’s wondering if she was just insulted or complimented. Speaking of, someone reckons she looks “a hundred bucks”… thanks? Plus, what would you ban if you ruled the world? Turns out, people have some strong opinions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Before we go on break for two weeks, we give this thang one last good go... we discuss shit-stirring children and how did you go get accidentally high. Also, some good goss about Katy Perry & Orlando Bloom. It involves nugs and drinking a boat dry.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
While talking about an entire city getting high from confiscating weed, Ricki then revealed to us she accidentally had a weed brownie as a child. Uh-oh. We then ask listeners when they got accidentally high.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ricki & Tim just came back from watching the highly-anticipated 'F1: The Movie' and as big F1 fans themselves, they have a few words.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tyra Banks shares her favourite off-broadway destinations in Australia. There were snakes on a Virgin plane! While talking about being starstuck, our listener shares the most hectic protocol when meeting Beyoncé and Joel announces his mission to save the elephants! Oh, and Michael Usher comes in to play Quick Draw.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
That's Australia's own news-boss and Dancing With The Stars contestant Michael Usher, of course! Who were you thinking, mate? He traded the newsroom for the Quick Draw studio – and he came in swinging. Between Paso Dobles, newsroom chaos, and Logies prep, Usher squeezed in time to face off against Ricki-Lee. But when things got personal with one of the answers... well, let’s just say tensions rose.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week on Four The Record: Tim asks Joe about the controversial chants from artists at Glastonbury; should they be able to say whatever they want? And the boys settle the age-old debate: Who is better...Jimi Hendrix or Tommy Emmanuel? LINKS Follow Tim Blackwell on Instagram Follow Joe Hildebrand on Instagram Read Joe's column in The Daily Telegraph Listen to The Real Story With Joe Hildebrand See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today, we chat just how rich the Labubu maker is now that everyone is buying those dolls (and dw if you don't anything about them, we explain it for you!). The CIA has a Starbucks - and of course, Joel has all the info about it. We spin the Wednesday Wheel and play Emoji Game. And Oasis have revamped Aldi ahead of their first show of their reunion tour.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A 2024 survey asked over 800 women to rate how attractive they found 74 different hobbies in men... We’re ranking the least attractive hobbies from our callers, and it’s somehow more unsexy than you’re expecting.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How did one weird little doll turn this guy into one of China’s youngest billionaires? Meet the mastermind behind Labubu — the creepy-cute toy with pointy ears, big teeth and even bigger profits. You won’t believe how much he’s made from mystery boxes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What do you just love? We want to know after Jeremy Allen White just loooves flowers. Arnotts have released some Jatz nachos ideas and tbh we don't know. The grossest chicken was served at this 3 Michelin star restaurant, so we want to know if it's yay or nay for chicken at a restaurant. Ricki's got another addition to her collection of Trump... But He's Gay. And, Khloe Kardashian lists all the surgeries she had in THE glOSSYS.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We reveal our all-time favourite movies—some iconic, some unhinged, and one Bruno-shaped surprise from Ricki-Lee. Plus, we rip into the New York Times' top 10 films of the 21st century… and someone’s not impressed that Bring It On didn’t make the cut.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Joel’s discovered the ultimate disaster doco—think Fyre Festival, but floating and filled with red biohazard bags. Yep, it's a cruise gone completely rogue. From tugboats tipping poop down stairwells to open bars mid-crisis, the team is obsessed… and now asking: have you ever had a problematic poop moment?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ughhhh, Mondays am I right?! Let's get into another week and here we go. Tim gets an AncestryDNA kit in Mailbag. Joel dishes into one of the biggest celeb moments of the year: the Bezos/Sanchez wedding. Ricki found footage of a runner who was competing with his schlong out. And, Joel tells us that there is a prison surrounded by Alligators?! Get your test-eye-cles ready for this.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez finally tied the knot over the weekend and it was a celeb fest full of chaos! Joel dives us in all the action, and tells us what the celebs invited were up to!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What was the best gift ever? Rod Stewart just revealed the most epic gift Elton John ever gave him, while being interviewed backstage at Glastonbury. We then asked our listeners what their best gift is... and Batman fans, you're gonna be soooooo jealous!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How cheap was the accom? Joel found a hotel in Japan that is as cheap as $1 a night, but there's a catch. Ricki has goon talk - new Aussie words have been added in the dictionary. A food vlogger didn't realise this A-lister was in the background of his sushi train video. Tim's got Paul McCartney story, and we pay tribute to The Project with our very own Metro Whip.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
As The Project airs their last-ever episode tonight, we pay our tributes with our own Metro Whip, with Hayley Pearson, Mel Buttle, Sam Mac, Ross Wallman and our own Joel letting us know what's on around the country.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Looking for accom on your next Japan trip? You can save money with this new $1 a night hotel, but there's a catch.... hope you like cameras!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Happy Thursday, betchhhh! Oh my god, GOD aka Tabatha Coffey rocked up and ROASTED OUR HAIR! We chat to Aussie cheerleaders after hearing America's Sweethearts is getting a Season 2! Can you believe The Simpsons killed off Marge? We talk all about it. And, Ricki has another installment of 'Trump BUT... He's Gay!'.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Gather ROUND everyone! Yes, it's her. The iconic reality TV star hairdresser Tabatha Coffey (or according to Ricki & Joel - God) has dropped in as a surprise to roast our hairstyles and to take on Joel in a game of Quick Draw. Hand her the keys and let's go!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the latest Season Finale of 'The Simpsons', they 'technically' killed off Marge Simpson. Can you believe it? We then go through what we'd write on our grave stone!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week on Four The Record: Tim and Joe break down the U.S. airstrike on Iran, the (not so) ceasefire that followed, and Donald Trump's surprisingly spot-on take on the chaos unfolding in the Middle East. LINKS Follow Tim Blackwell on Instagram Follow Joe Hildebrand on Instagram Read Joe's column in The Daily Telegraph Listen to The Real Story With Joe Hildebrand See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Okay, let's get into today's show, betch. Which celeb breakup was the hardest? We want to know after Orlando Bloom and Katy Perry have reportedly split. An influencer shared what's fine but weird and tbh, we agree. Joel tells us who the highest paid actress in the world is, and it took us so long to figure out who. Ricki dives into the best and worst celebrity kissers. And we spin the Wednesday Wheel and play a game of Whisper Challenge.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Orlando Bloom is reportedly back on the market and ready to party—his first big move as a single man? Hitting the wedding of the year. Sources say he’s planning to cut loose with Leo and crash a few bars post-dance floor. So… what exactly is Orlando’s “single era” going to look like?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A group of mates stole nine bar mats and a premiership flag from the Endeavour Tavern in Lancelin, WA. Listen to how it all went down.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Let's rock, betch. What skill have you still not mastered? We ask our listeners after a video released of a wife showing her husband how to do laundry. Beyonce's broken records and Tim's not allowed to say anything. We've got details behind a nude cruise line set to sail in 2026. Chicago airport has announced it will be opening a gay bar.... and this doctor with the last name 'RIMM' just revealed what the standard serving recommendation of chips are, and Ricki is not impressed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Paris is for lovers… and for breaking records, apparently. Beyoncé just did something no one else has done at one of the most iconic venues in the world. Yeehaw, Cowboy Carter.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
All aboard the nude cruise! A new holiday setting sail in 2026 is ditching pants, shirts, and all inhibitions. One question: would you bare all for “bare-dise”?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
TGIM, betch. Add 'renovator' to Joel's illustrious career portfolio, and we ask our listeners for any tips as he and Jack go through their next journey together. Ricki's got a hangover stat that makes sense as to why your mates don't get hangovers. More annoying Meghan content in Mailbag. Rob Irwin isn't happy about an AI-generated photo of him and Shawn Mendes. And James Young from Melbourne's iconic Cherry Bar gives us what we need to know about the upcoming AC/DC tour across the country in November and December!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
He had the tools, the chair… and zero qualifications. We’re talking about one bloke’s incredibly cooked side hustle – and yes, people actually let him near their mouths.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ever woken up feeling like roadkill after a night out, only to see your mate bounce out of bed like nothing happened? There's a scientific reason some people can party hard and wake up fine — and no, it's not just "lining the stomach." We unpack the wild truth behind hangover immunity... and why it’s probably not you.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Okay, I think this entire podcast summary should be dedicated to Joel's incredible performance in our new Wicked game where has to relate 5 topics to Wicked... and he bloody nailed it! You're gonna really be blown away by this! Oh, and some guy wore the funniest shirt to court.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We opened the chat (literally) on AI relationships after a bloke in the UK admitted he was in love with his flirty chatbot “Soul” and had a full breakdown when she hit her word limit and reset. Naturally, that led us to Tim… and his suspiciously close relationship with Maple, the AI assistant living in his phone.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Okay, today was biggggg. Too big four you. After a game of state tennis, Ricki has an awful stat about pillowcases (baby, chuck them things in the wash ASAP). Where in the world is David Woiwod after interviewing Dom Dolla & Brad Pitt? Oh, he's chatting to us. We talk Albo's height compared to the rest of the world leaders. A couple got their romantic order so wrong at a hotel... and Joel brings to the table an odd drink combo. Then, Tim has announcement... it's a brand new podcast series he's doing with our next Quick Draw guest.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
'Four the Record' is a weekly podcast where Nova’s Tim Blackwell fires four probing questions at journalist, podcaster, and TV host Joe Hildebrand on a hot topic dominating the headlines. No spin. No BS. Just one current issue, four big questions, and Joe’s unfiltered take. First up: Are we on the brink of WWIII ? LINKS Follow Tim Blackwell on Instagram Follow Joe Hildebrand on Instagram Read Joe's column in The Daily Telegraph Listen to The Real Story With Joe Hildebrand See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.