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Kicking the show off with Double Thumbs Up and Knock Off Friday, as the team shares what they're loving right now and their big plans for the days ahead. Plus, Christian discovers his daughter is terrified of people in costumes, sparking a flood of calls about childhood fears, the search continues for a name for his upcoming stand-up comedy night, and At Work Time Waster wraps up with your best Middle Aged Bands. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Double Thumbs Up returns, with Patsy shining a light on her podcast Rage Against The Menopause, Rio backing his sister's latest theatre production, and Christian reviews Oasis' Don't Look Back In Anger. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Christian gets caught up in Powerball fever, giving away tickets for the $100 million draw and hearing listeners' big-money dreams. Plus, Patsy's reveals a new season of Rage Against The Menopause, Pete's latest Australia's Intern challenge at a hair salon, Small Thing, Big Joy, and AWTW: Painful Movies. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With $100 million up for grabs in tonight's draw, Christian handed out Powerball tickets and asked listeners what they’d do if they struck it rich. The team's dream purchases sparked some very ambitious plans from callers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The team debates pyjamas, bedtime habits and the surprising reactions people have to wearing PJs to bed. The show also takes a nostalgic trip down memory lane, with listeners sharing stories of the most unusual prizes they've ever won, from practical gifts to life-changing surprises. Along the way, Christian revisits a powerful message from Stuart Richardson, whose journey to overcome a lifelong stutter highlights the importance of vulnerability, courage and finding your voice. Inspired by Stuart's story, Christian issues a challenge to listeners to step outside their comfort zones, including an opportunity to take part in an upcoming stand-up comedy night under his guidance. It's an episode packed with laughs, nostalgia, inspiration and a reminder that sometimes the most rewarding experiences begin when we dare to give something new a go. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Christian shares a message from listener Stuart Richardson, who reached out after reading Unscript. Living with a stutter, Stuart reflects on the impact of vulnerability, finding your voice, and the courage it takes to be heard. Moved by Stuart’s story, Christian discusses the power of authentic communication, the effect one person’s story can have on others, and why sharing your true self matters.  He also puts out a challenge to listeners inspired by Stuart’s journey, encouraging them to step outside their comfort zone and embrace their own voice. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Christian and the team tackle NSW’s giant moth invasion, swap stories about homebrew disasters, rate their Mondays, and hear listeners’ hilarious tales of things accidentally swallowed as kids. Plus, a search for the best beer-themed band name with a gold class movie pass up for grabs. 🍺🦋 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Christian and the team share the weird, wonderful and sometimes embarrassing prizes they won as kids. From Game Boys to VHS tapes, the stories spark laughs, memories and a look back at what it was like growing up in the '80s and '90s. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After Christian’s daughter Lois accidentally swallowed something and landed in hospital, listeners share their own unexpected medical emergencies. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Themed restaurants, fast songs and accidental swallowing disasters! The team shares stories of Aussie-themed venues around the world, rates their weekends, hears your tales of running out of fuel and swallowing the wrong thing, plus Misheard Lyrics and a frothy edition of At Work Time Waster: Beer Bands. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pass The Pete crossed the finish line today, travelling from Brisbane to Adelaide via NSW and VIC. Thanks to listeners, Pete navigated side hustles, surprise detours, and plenty of memorable moments along the way. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kicking things off with Friday’s Double Thumbs Up recommendations, then it’s all eyes on Pass The Pete as Pete’s epic journey hits Adelaide, complete with a wrong turn, a Big Koala photo stop, and an unexpected hotel stay. Plus, we check in on everyone’s Knock Off Friday plans, spin the yarn wheel for some brilliantly random listener stories, and put the pedal down with Fast Songs in At Work Time Waster. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A caller from earlier this week sparked the phone topic: What Did You Try To Destroy?... and one story from that topic led to an even more important question: Do You Have a Story About Someone Named Jeff? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pass The Pete rolls on and Pete has officially made it to Melbourne, but the challenge is far from over. As the team plots his next move, they unpack listeners’ Tombstone Texts, share the everyday moments that spark big joy, swap stories about failed destruction attempts, and take on a Millennial TV edition of A Week To Win. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pete’s on the move! After an epic 860km day that included a road trip with legend Shane Crawford, a visit to the Big Banana, and plenty of classic Aussie roadside attractions, Pass The Pete reaches Sydney. The team races to get Pete to Melbourne, listeners step up with creative travel offers, and Australia’s obsession with giant landmarks sparks a huge "Big Things" phone-in. Plus, an incredible What Are The Odds and Lazy Movies for t Work Time Waster! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.