Podcasts about Australian Idol

My guest this week is drag legend Courtney Act, who you may know from Drag Race, Australian Idol, and from her countless live shows and music videos and albums. Now Courtney has a new podcast called RnR with Courtney Act where she goes deep with friends, celebrities, and celebrity friends. In part, it's a way for her to recapture that intimate, close-knit relationships she had with other queer people early in her career, before fame turned everything upside-down.And if you're in Seattle, I hope you'll join me this Tuesday June 24th at my upcoming live show What's so Gay About Frasier. It's a deep-dive into the private life of Seattle's most eligible bachelor — and an investigation into why he keeps finding himself at the center of queer misunderstandings. It's on Tuesday, June 24 at Elliott Bay Books on Capitol Hill at 7pm. Tickets are free, and I have all the details at mattbaume.com/events.Also, if you're enjoying The Sewers of Paris, I hope you'll consider supporting the show on Patreon. You may also enjoy my YouTube videos about the making of iconic movies and TV shows — I have a new video about the magic of Star Trek's Lwaxana Troi. And check out my weekly livestreams on Twitch, my book Hi Honey, I'm Homo!, and my free email newsletter. There's links to all that in the episode shownotes, and at MattBaume.com.

Australian Idol auditions What's on this weekend? Brian Mannix What movie still haunts you from childhood? Bendigo's steam train weekend Air India plane crash The band t-shirt game See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Deep Dive: Millions of us watch TV shows like Australian Idol and The Voice, cheering on ordinary people with music talent as they chase their dream for stardom. But a new LiSTNR podcast documentary The Moment It Changed: Touchdown lifts the lid on the truth behind how music competition TV is made, from stories of shocking exploitation and humiliation to the euphoria of overnight success. Among those who speak out in the series are former Australian Idol judges Mark Holden and Ian "Dicko" Dickson and past winners Dami Im and Casey Donovan. In this episode of The Briefing, Chris Spyrou chats with Touchdown host Nic Kelly to unpack what goes on behind the curtains. Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @listnrnewsroom Instagram: @listnrnewsroom @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroom Facebook: @LiSTNR NewsroomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shows like Australian Idol, The X Factor, and The Voice told the nation anyone could be a superstar. So why do so many winners seem to vanish as quickly as they appear? In the latest season of The Moment it Changed - 'Touchdown', former contestants, judges and producers are lifting the lid on music reality television. Join Host Nic Kelly to uncover the impact reality television had on the music industry, why a TV show doesn’t guarantee you a shortcut to superstardom, and the forces behind the camera pulling the strings to make or break careers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The one and only Paulini joined us to discuss everything from her Australian Idol days, her show this Saturday (May 24) at The Art House Wyong, plus Gina & Matty challenge her to a game.You can purchase tickets to see Paulini Sing The Music Of James Bond & The 60s today here. Listen via the Star Player app today.Follow us @ginaandmatty on Instagram and Facebook. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday Headlines: Over a third of Australian homes now cost at least $1 million, new Greens leader Larissa Waters says she wants to bring the party back to its original roots, Donald Trump says he wants the US to take control of Gaza, polio outbreak in PNG threatens Australia, NSW has secured the Women's Origin series, and Australia opens Eurovision Semi Final 2! Deep Dive: In the early 2000s and 2010s, reality music TV turned unknown Australians into household names. But in 2025, can you name the most recent Australian Idol winner? In this episode of The Briefing, Chris Spyrou chats with former record label executive and host of the new LiSTNR podcast The Moment it Changed: Touchdown, Nic Kelly to unpack what really happens after the confetti falls. Why do so many winners disappear? And has Aussie music TV lost its magic, or just changed with the times? Further listening: Who is the 'Milkshake Man' representing Australia at Eurovision The Moment it Changed: Touchdown Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @listnrnewsroom Instagram: @listnrnewsroom @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroom Facebook: @LiSTNR NewsroomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Damien Leith joined Afternoons to reflect on his 20-year career since winning Australian Idol in 2006.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guy Sebastian's accolades have only grown since he exploded onto our screens after 2003, winning the first season of Australian Idol. Now he has a swathe of number-one singles and top albums and he sits on the other side of the stage from contestants as a judge on The Voice. Guy is also a dad to two boys. While becoming a parent wasn't a top priority in the early years of his career, once his family began, parenting quickly became the most important thing in his life - including finding a way to connect with his two very different boys. Guy on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/guysebastian/Guy's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/guysebastian/ Guy's website: https://guysebastian.com/The Sebastian Foundation: https://thesebastianfoundation.org/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In episode 1859, Jack and Miles are joined by comedian and host of Finding My Audience, Allen Strickland Williams, to discuss… Trump’s Answer To WHY ALCATRAZ Is Somehow Dumber Than The Tweet Announcing It, Quick Maths: The Tariffs Are NOT Bringing In The Dough, Another Attempt At MAGAing Gone Wrong… and more! Trump’s Answer To WHY ALCATRAZ Is Somehow Dumber Than The Tweet Announcing It Quick Maths: The Tariffs Are NOT Bringing In The Dough Café run by controversial MAGA supporter shuts down new venture with UNBELIEVABLE parting shot Mark Da Costa - Whole Lotta Love - Australian Idol Why Can’t New York Have Nice Mayors? LISTEN: Un Error by EstevieSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It was an absolute pleasure to chat with Australian Idol Grand Finalist Gisella Colletti and her father Luke. Gisella is incredibly talented with an impressive vocal range and a powerful stage presence. We loved hearing Gisella tell us about her journey with Australian Idol, including having Marcia Hines surprise her at her house and performing with fellow Italian Australian, Tina Arena. It was easy to see that the Colletti family is very close knit and value their Italian Australian Identity. Luke and Gisella recounted their 2023 trip to Italy and we discussed the special experience of visiting your ancestral areas in Italy. Gisella is the next generation of Italian Australians and we are so proud of her and the others like her who stay connected to their culture and acknowledge the sacrifices of those who immigrated.

Is mimicking a seagull actually a skill? Nikki's worried about a few massage parlours, Patty Carrigain joins us in studio and Australian Idol winner Marshall Hamburger performs for usSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From high school fights after Australian Idol to standing on stage at Madison Square Garden half-covered in McDonald's, Conrad Sewell has lived a life most couldn't even dream up. In this loose and unfiltered chat, the ARIA-winning singer dives into the madness of fame, the heartbreak behind the hits, rehab revelations, and what really goes down at Diddy's wildest parties. It's proper yarns, proper chaos — and all properly true.#propertrueyarn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hey guys, welcome back to TV Reload! Thanks so much for clicking play or downloading today’s episode—especially because it’s a special one. I’m joined by none other than the winner of Australian Idol 2025… Marshall Hamburger. This season was stacked with talent, and it showed—the show grew its ratings by 14% compared to last year. That’s huge, especially considering the stiff competition from MAFS and Australian Survivor. I was lucky enough to grab Marshall for a quick debrief just days after his big win. Now, I’ll be honest—I had a soft spot for Iilysh, and my partner was backing Gisella—but I’ve got to say, Marshall is a worthy winner. I’m already hanging out for his debut album. In our chat, Marshall opens up about the moment Gisella was eliminated, what it felt like to actually win, and how much his parents influenced his journey into music. We’ll also get into his love for all things ’80s—was that authentic or something shaped by producers to build a narrative? Plus, we dive behind the scenes: what was the vibe really like among the Top 12? Did he get the judges’ mobile numbers? How can we support his music now, and what’s coming up for him in the next few months? There’s loads to unpack with plenty of insider revelations, so sit back and relax as we dive into the wonderful world of Australian Idol, ahead of its big grand finale this Sunday night.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fresh off his huge win, Australian Idol champ Marshall Hamburger joined the show—still running on zero sleep and a couple of post-show bevvies. Ricki-Lee (his Idol mum!) got all the goss from the dressing room drinks, what it felt like beating Eilish, and how wild it was performing with Leo bloody Sayer. We also took a victory lap because yes, Tim did call it weeks ago. The Hamburger is here, baby, and his Idol album drops Friday!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.

No one better ruin the finale of White Lotus for Nikki, at least she got closure that our man Marshall Hamburger was crowned Australian Idol. Ash gets Kochie to break down what happened to the stock market overnight and Luttsy's just throwing alley-oops for funSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Tina Arena popped in and absolutely tore the roof off. We’re talking truth bombs, taped boobs, and tour dates, betch. She’s hitting the road around Australia through April and May for her Don’t Ask Again tour (yes, the hits are coming), and she'll be lighting up the Australian Idol grand finale this Sunday night on Channel 7. We covered everything from Splendour memories and Matt Corby duets to keeping the dream alive without chasing the fantasy. And look—Tina says if you’re not in this game for the right reason? Get out. Queen energy only. Also, she might call us next time she’s on mushrooms. Fingers crossed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Hey guys, welcome back to TV Reload! Thanks so much for clicking on today’s episode—you’re in for a good one. I’m chatting with William, Jake, and Jaymon, the latest three contestants to be eliminated from Australian Idol, which means… yep, the grand finale is happening this Sunday night! I’m so pumped. The competition is seriously fierce this year. Jake has been one of the best country singers I can remember, and Jaymon? Just the sweetest soul with a heart of gold. Honestly, I’m still processing this week’s result—it was a tough one to watch with Williams being chopped at the final hurdle. I know a few of you had him as a favourite. Quick reminder: don’t forget to vote! This is it—it’s all in our hands now. I’d honestly be thrilled if Iilysh, Marshal, or Gisella takes it out. But before we crown a winner, we’ve got the bittersweet task of saying goodbye to our top 6 eliminates. William chats with me about discovering a love for swing music and what he thinks his debut album could sound like. Jake gets real about being the oldest contestant, the songs he wanted to sing but couldn’t, and how his tour might look very different from what we’ve seen on the show. Jaymon opens up about going head-to-head with Gisella, and what was really going through his mind during that emotional elimination moment. We’ve got backstage stories, emotional reflections, and some big reveals about their standout performances—so sit back, get comfy, and let’s dive into the world of Australian Idol, with the finale just around the corner!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There are few more exciting things than a cheating scandal! We hear from you guys about the times cheating impacted you... We unpack the latest tariff news, and we chat to Australian Idol’s Gisella, ahead of the show final.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Don't have time to listen to the full show? We got you covered on the Nathan, Nat & Shaun Quickie, all the best bits from Thursday, 3rd of April’s episode!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's show is wild from start to finish! A former flight attendant reveals the disgusting things people do with hotel kettles (you’ll never make a cup of tea again). A company has invented realistic foot covers for people who hate their toes but still want to rock open-toed shoes. We break down last night's Australian Idol drama—Ricki left us hanging with an iconic cliffhanger! The Beatles biopic has locked in its all-star cast, and we have all the details. A scientific study has found that the smell of donuts can increase blood flow to the downstairs department... we’ll just leave that there. And of course, the Glossys are packed with Hollywood tea—Lizzo’s trainer shuts down Ozempic rumors, Trump chats Tiger, and Yungblud gets emotional with a fan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hi everyone, and welcome back to TV Reload! Thank you for clicking or downloading today’s episode, featuring Australian Idol host Scott Tweedie. This Sunday night, we’ll see our Top 6 take the stage in what I’d call a very tight six-horse race to the Idol crown! Scott has joined me each year to chat about Australia’s longest-running singing competition, and today, he’s bringing some exclusive backstage insights. What better time to have him on the podcast than right before the Top 6 finalists battle it out? In this episode, Scott shares his favourite performances from each of the remaining artists and reveals what these contenders are really like behind the scenes. Tweedie also opens up about the future of the show and why this year’s judging panel is a lock moving forward. Of course, I couldn’t resist digging into Scott’s personal life—so we’ll also chat about why he’s still single, especially after rumours that Ricki-Lee has been working overtime to find him a wife! You’ll hear everything from Scott’s most famous matches on Raya, what he insists on having stocked in his dressing room, and even the hilarious texts his mum sends him after each show. There’s so much to cover, with plenty of behind-the-scenes revelations. So sit back, relax, and get ready as we dive into the world of Australian Idol, returning this Sunday night!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hi everyone, welcome back to TV Reload! Thank you for tuning in to today’s episode, where we’re joined by the latest contestants eliminated from Australian Idol’s Top 8—John and Emma. With the competition heating up, their departures prove that Australian Idol is truly anyone’s game. If Emma and John can be sent home, no one is safe! That’s why the judges keep urging viewers to vote—every single vote matters when it comes to keeping your favourites in the competition. Emma’s elimination is a real shocker, considering the powerhouse vocals she brings to the stage, and John—this season’s undeniable “cutie patootie”—has learned that charm alone isn’t enough to secure a spot in the finals. In this episode: • John opens up about his relationship with the judges, revealing which one is his favourite. • Emma shares rare insights into her unique voice and why it sounds so different when she sings compared to when she speaks. • We dive into the behind-the-scenes styling—who picks their outfits? How are songs chosen for group performances? • Plus, we get John’s reaction to his Instagram DMs, Emma’s plans when she returns home to Canberra, and a bold prediction I make about John’s future—which he seems pretty excited about! There’s so much to cover, with plenty of exclusive insights and behind-the-scenes revelations. So sit back, relax, and join us as we break down the world of Australian Idol, which returns this Sunday night!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're back with a massive show today! Astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams finally return to Earth after 9 months in space, but the real question is—how do they even readjust?! Meanwhile, the internet is buzzing over a thermos hot dog hack—genius or revolting? In the Glossys, Meghan Markle is being called out for allegedly staging activities with her kids, Nick Cannon debates a vasectomy (again), and Gwyneth Paltrow spills on steamy scenes with Timothée Chalamet. Plus, plastic surgery tourists stranded in an airport after their post-op faces didn’t match their passports (oops!), Australian Idol’s Iilysh joins us, and NRL icon Matty Johns takes on the Age Game with his wife Trish!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hi Guys, welcome back to TV Reload. I would like to thank you for clicking or downloading on today’s episode with Bony and Hannah the next two contestants booted from Australian Idol’s top 10. The competition is really heating up and honestly I think week after week fans are going to be pulling their hair out after seeing their favourites go home. I am going to say that I am not shocked at this weeks eliminations… I think these two are both fantastic but I truly don’t know if this show would have brought these two artists much more gravitas had they made it any further. Just my opinion. Bony will talk about his career trajectory from here and if he will take Kyle Sandilands up on his offer to record in his private studio. Hannah will share how she really felt about being called a giraffe by one of the judges. I find out about the games going on behind the scenes with this years top 12 and what joke went too for one contestant. You will get everything from their thoughts on the song choices, How much public interaction they are really getting and we will talk about auto tuning that might be happening outside of Bony. There is so much to talk about with so many inside revelations. So sit back and relax as we unpack the wonderful world of Australian Idol which returns this Sunday night. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Here we are with the all male vocal edition of Men - Mardi Gras Men. I wanted to get this done before the actual main party weekend but I had so much going on, I had to push it back further in the month. This coming of age 20th edition of Men wastes no time in getting into it. The set kicks off with the awesome remix of "My Universe" by Coldplay from my good friend Rob of Division 4 and then swings into the funky sound of "Good Times". 7th Heaven feature three remixes here. The first is for Guy Sebastian's "Battle Scars". Guy is one of my all time favourite male vocalists. He won the first season of Australian Idol and he's voice is sublime. I've met him a couple of times through work and he is an absolute delight. If you're not familiar with his music (he writes all of his songs), then check him out. I've also met Adam Turner a few times in London and he is also a delight. He is the lead vocalist on the song "Amazing" featured here. He is also a music producer and his remixes are awesome. I've know Wayne G. for years and he is so much fun. He throws in two beautiful mixes for Bruno Mars and Darren Hayes respectively and then we're off into the big room sound. Robbie Carrigan is producing some amazing remixes (check out his Soundcloud page) and here he delivers a top notch mix of "Send Me An Angel" by Real Life - another Australian band from the 80's. Toy Armada & DJ GRIND deliver two anthems for Hardwell and R5 respectively and how could I not include any set without a couple of stand out mixes from DJ Mark De Lang of Dirty Disco. Here he works his magic on "I Feel Love" and "Stay". The set closes out with another beautiful 7th Heaven remix for boy band A1. The men absolutely rule in this pumping set. EnjoyAnthony1/ "MY UNIVERSE" (Division 4 Remix) - COLDPLAY ft. BTS2/ "GOOD TIME" (Whelan & Di Scala Remix) - WHEELS & DISCO ft. MIGHTY MARVIN3/ "YOU GOT IT ALL" (The Alias Club Mix) - UNION J4/ "BATTLE SCARS" (7th Heaven Club Mix) - GUY SEBASTIAN ft. LUPE FIASCO5/ "HEROES" (7th Heaven Club Mix) - MANS ZELMERLOW6/ "AMAZING" (Matt Consola & LFB Swishcraft Club Mix) - MARS & VANS ft. ADAM TURNER7/ "JUST THE WAY YOU ARE" (Wayne G. Club Remix) - BRUNO MARS8/ "BLOODSTAINED HEART" (Wayne G. Club Mix) - DARREN HAYES9/ "THE SUN ALWAYS SHINES ON TV" (Sagi Kariv Club Remix) - A-HA10/ "I FEEL LOVE" (Dirty Disco Mainroom Remix) - SAM SMITH11/ "YOU NEED MY LOVE" (Roberto Ferrari Club Mix) - OFFER NISSIM ft. AMIT ZACH ADAM12/ "SEND ME AN ANGEL" (Robbie Carrigan Vocal Club Mix) - REAL LIFE13/ "JEALOUS" (Guéna LG Club Mix) - NICK JONAS14/ "TAKE YOU DANCING" (Luis Vazquez Dance Club Remix) - JASON DERULO15/ "DARE YOU" (Toy Armada & DJ GRIND Anthem Club Mix) - HARDWELL ft. MATTHEW KOMA16/ "IF" (Toy Armada & DJ GRIND Club Mix) - R517/ "CAN'T FEEL MY FACE" (DJ PAULO vs Sagi Kariv vs Peter Rauhoffer Club Rework) - THE WEEKND18/ "BLAME" (Enrry Senna & Edson Pride Remix) - CALVIN HARRIS ft. JOHN NEWMAN19/ "STAY" (Dirty Disco Mainroom Remix) - THE KID LAROI ft. JUSTIN BIEBER20/ "DON'T WANNA LOSE YOU AGAIN" (7th Heaven Remix) - A1

Rev Bill Crews talks to Paulini - has come a long way from Australian Idol 22 years ago - now singing the music of James Bond & the 60's.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ricki-Lee is back and she kicks off the podcast with her hatred for Jeans! Turns out, she's not alone with fellow Hollywood actor Kevin Hart hart revealing why he's swapped them out for his slacks! Joel reveals that the bush may be making a comeback after a woman in the UK undertook 'pube plants' to get hers back! We also unpack last night's episode of Australian Idol and find out who made it to the Top 10. Then, we dive into the Glossy's and discover the first victim of Paris Fashion Week, a plot-twist for Wendy Williams and decide whether this pop star's son could be the next big artist! Plus, The Wednesday Wheel is back and we play the 'Sweet Treats' Edition of POVO.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hi Guys, welcome back to TV Reload. I would like to thank you for clicking or downloading on today’s episode with Mzuki, Aaliyah the first two contestants booted from Australian Idol’s top 12. The competition is really heating up and after a nail biting first week of performances - it was anyone’s guess on who would be sent home. I genuinely think both these girls have something really special and I know you will hear that in my chat today. Mzuki will talk about the online trolling and how that affected her time on the show. Aaliyah will share how the songs were picked and what the producers wanted her to lean into. I find out about the dynamics between this years top 12 and what the girls think of the friendship they now have with the remaining artists left in the competition. You will get everything from their thoughts on the judges, if the remaining have the tenacity to match their talent and what part of the singing competition that doesn’t count but leaves the audience knowing what they are missing. There is so much to talk about with so many inside revelations. So sit back and relax as we unpack the wonderful world of Australian Idol which returns this Sunday night. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We are loving Australian Idol this year! We've just got to recap some of the performances we've had recently from MZUKI's rapping, Jake's hearty country singin', and to the jaw dropping, gravity-defying performance from Gisella.Prime Minister Anthony Albanese also dropped in today by surprise. There was much to talk about in light of cyclone Alfred having passed recently. But also, Albanese talks about what exactly he was up to on Mardi Gras night.Ricki-Lee discovers that her love for pickles only runs deeper now that she's learnt about this taco pickle hack. It doesn't seem like Tim and Joel and very on board with this one though...Also - we have an absolutely HUGE announcement this show. You really should not be missing this one!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We kicked off the show with a sweet surprise — the Dutch breakfast classic 'Hagelslag.' Turns out, 750,000 buttered bread and chocolate sprinkle sandwiches are devoured daily in the Netherlands. Honestly, who needs avocado toast? Then, we unpacked the latest from Australian Idol before diving into the Glossys. Ariana Grande's already tipped for an Oscar nod in 2026 for Wicked: Part II, Chris Hemsworth is owning Byron Bay's 'Cyclone Swell,' and Take That got a shoutout at the Oscars for their track 'The Greatest Day.' Of course, Ricki-Lee went rogue about Meghan Markle's Netflix special With Love, Meghan — the bit where she insists on being called 'Sussex' by Mindy Kaling sent Ricki through the roof. And finally, things got heated with the Spelling Bee game — Joel reckons it's rigged, but we reckon it's just hilarious. What a ride!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tim's back, and we kick things off with a heart-melting (and hilarious) letter from his son Alfie about smelly school bathrooms — he's a poet in the making! We dive into the Australian Idol recap, then hit the Glossys: Trump toes take over DC screens, Pat Schwartz whinges about being a nepo baby, and Meghan Markle’s been dropped by her Hollywood agency. Plus, we tackle the viral emergency contact trend, and discover why sleeping naked might just be the ultimate health hack.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a full-blown Boys Club today with Ricki-Lee off doing her Australian Idol thing—so it's just Tim & Joel running the joint! Joel’s buzzing because he’s off to see Kylie Minogue tonight in Melbourne, but does he even know where her statue is? Lord Mayor Nick Reece helps us out. Also, Whoopi Goldberg has vanished from The View, so we start the search party. Joel reckons he’s an “avi-sexual,” so we test his airline knowledge in A Bit of Tail—and, shockingly, he nails it! Chrissie Swan jumps in for Word Alarm, we do New Music Friday, plug our listeners’ pages, and wrap it all up with Caller of the Week and Week In Review.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ricki-Lee is stepping in for Kyle Sandilands on Australian Idol tonight—it's a full-circle moment! We dive into the Mediterranean diet that helps people live past 100, and the wild world of Set Jetters visiting famous movie locations. In the Glossys, Blake & Ryan confused SNL50 attendees, Pete Davidson dodged Kim Kardashian, and Sacha Baron Cohen shocked fans with a comment about Isla. Plus, Google’s top sex questions—wait till you hear what America is most curious about!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australian country music star, James Johnston, joins us on this episode of The Adamantium Podcast. We discuss his record breaking, certified ARIA platinum single, “Raised Like That,” and chart topping debut album of the same name. We also talk about his lifelong journey as a musician, what it's like to strike gold and the pressure of following it up, his time on Australian Idol and X Factor, performing at South Africa's first ever major country music festival, and collaborating with Afrikans artist Appel, his new single “Blame,” and his first experience visiting Canada.

We’re diving into everything from this year’s Superbowl, including Kendrick Lamar’s halftime show. One mum is getting roasted for making her daughter’s bed way too high—like, ladder required high. We go through your messages in Mailbag, recap last night’s Australian Idol, and freak out over Tate McRae’s eerily accurate Superbowl score prediction from 2023. Plus, what would you ooze? One guy on the carnivore diet started oozing cholesterol—yep, it’s as gross as it sounds!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

هو حفيد الصوت الذي لا يتكرر ماري بشارة، كبر في كنف عائلة تهوى الموسيقى مع والد عزف الناي مع السيدة فيروز. ما الذي دفع الشاب اللبناني أنطونيو نخول بأن يكسر حاجز الخجل وهو الذي لا يبحث عن الشهرة ليقف على خشبة مسرح Australian Idol ويبوح بأسرار صوته لتتكون البداية لمسيرة فنيّة؟ وعن أولى إصداراته التي بدأت تجد مكانها على المنصات الموسيقية، ماذا سيقول؟

This episode is an absolute mess—in the best way possible. We kick things off with Finneas throwing shade (sort of?) at Brisbane, while Sydney locals are up in arms over a "too modern" public toilet. Then, in a truly grim twist, a British tourist’s holiday goes horribly wrong thanks to a dodgy Chicken Carbonara. Ricki-Lee gives us the scoop on Australian Idol, while the Glossy’s are packed with Drake’s dad giving zero sh*ts about Kendrick Lamar, Kanye whispering sketchy things to Bianca, and Olivia Rodrigo and Sabrina Carpenter finally burying the hatchet. Then we hit a wild story about a male stripper exposing bridal party secrets (yikes), a hilariously awkward political door-knocker, and an entire plane suffering through one anonymous passenger’s gas. Oh, and we recap last week's fart tangent—because apparently, we just can’t help ourselves. Finally, Joel wraps it up with a Beeefin’ edition of Joel Jivin’. Let’s go!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Grammys delivered drama, fashion, and a very awkward apology—was it finally Beyoncé’s year? Taylor Swift’s red carpet choice has us decoding, and Joel’s convinced the Sydney office is haunted… by a pervy ghost.

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We adore Ricki-Lee – who doesn’t?! We were lucky enough to have her on the show this morning to talk all about the new season of Australian Idol and how she planned her recent trip to New York all around food. We truly couldn’t love her more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kyle & Jackie did a live cross with Sunrise this morning, so yes, live on TV while live on radio! Sunrise hosts Nat Barr & Matt Shirvo wanted to chat Australian Idol but Kyle had other plans... Have a listen to hear what went down...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our bestie Kate Walsh is back in the building to chat about her new show Optics, premiering tonight on ABC iView. And Ricki-Lee dials in ahead of the Australian Idol’s return.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have your oxygen mask ready, because this has to be one of the funniest moments that ever happened on the show! And that was when we went into Ricki's performance of 'Proud Mary' when she was on Season 2 of Australian Idol. Come celebrate at the HR Block EOFYS Christmas Party with Ricki-Lee as we reminisce on that Pubey Wig and corporate christmas outfit! The guys are back January 28th.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lucinda Price, better known as Froomes, is a writer, comedian, journalist and broadcaster. Fresh off a press junket for her debut book "All I Ever Wanted Was To Be Hot," Froomes stopped by the Betoota Advocate studios for a wide-ranging chat with Clancy and Effie, where they spoke about everything from changing beauty standards in the modern world to Dicko's problematic Australian Idol comments. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We initially got to know Kate DeAraugo in 2005 when she won the crown of Australian Idol! She was just 18 years old. But her post Idol journey was anything but a fairytale; it spiralled into addiction and legal troubles. In 2017, Kate was convicted of drug possession, drug driving and weapons possession.  This conversation with Kate is a deeply honest recount of what it can be like when you live with addiction. Kate has what a lot of us would describe as an addictive personality, someone who took everything to the extreme. She says that when she drank, she drank too much. When she ate, she ate too much. When she loved, she loved too much. These behaviours took Kate to some fairly dark places.  Kate shares: After winning Idol, the only thing anyone spoke about was her body Record labels saying she needed to lose weight and having full body liposuction at age 19 The narrative of addicts being from ‘broken homes' isn't realistic What led her to seeking out drugs in the first place and how that spiralled into more heavy substance abuse The toll it took on her family How families can help support an addict & what her family learnt that ‘worked' How addicts think and what happens inside their minds Addiction is a lifelong condition, but sobriety is a responsibility You can find more from Kate at her website  You can listen to Kate's podcast Why Do I Feel This Way  Laura mentioned a famous study about addiction that you can watch in Johann Hari's Ted talk here You can watch us on Youtube Find us on Instagram Join us on tiktok Or join the Facebook Discussion Group Tell your mum, tell your dad, tell your dog, tell your friend and share the love because WE LOVE LOVE! xx  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's hard to believe that 20 years ago Casey Donovan won Australian Idol. Just 16 years old, she was thrust into the spotlight and every high and low was captured for all to see. She took away the main prize, but in the years following would be working as a medical receptionist and a rideshare driver to pay the bills.Casey threw her hat back in the reality show ring with I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here, and won again. And in the past few years, she's had a kind of second life starring in hit musicals across the country.Through it all, her powerhouse voice and grounded nature has endeared her to millions of Australians. For me, watching her belt out huge songs every New Years Eve proves she's unparalleled. In music and life, Casey can take just about anything thrown at her.But what is the music she retreats to, when she needs it most? This is a beautiful conversation with a resilient Queen, and the stories that led her here.Mr. Big - 'To Be With You'Maggie Rogers - 'Light On'Allen Stone - 'Bed I Made'Maddie Zahm - 'You Might Not Like Her'James Bay - 'One Life'Watch Take 5 on ABC iview: https://iview.abc.net.au/show/take-5-with-zan-rowe

This week Hoppo is joined in the beach shack by Joel Turner. Joel has released a remix of his 2004 Aria #1 hit These Kids to celebrate the twenty year anniversary of it's release. Joel walks Hoppo through his journey from unknown kid to national celebrity at just 16 years old off the back of Australian Idol as well as his plans for the future and some of the struggles he's encountered along the way.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.