‘Torture you’: ‘Dark, toxic’ days with Marty
Who’s the Marty Sheargold when the mics are switched off? Former staffers, insiders and execs tell James Weir of the “volatile” million-dollar megastar.
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Amanda Keller unleashes: ‘Makes me sick’
Amanda Keller labelled ousted radio host Marty Sheargold as “privileged, outdated and boorish” in an impassioned on-air spray today.
Marty farce tip of the iceberg in Aussie chaos
Marty Sheargold’s axing is just the latest after a wild 12 months changed the face of Australian radio forever.
Triple M sacks Marty Sheargold after Matildas furore
Comedian and radio presenter Marty Sheargold has agreed to ‘part ways’ with Triple M after a furore followed his disparaging comments on the Matildas and women’s sport.
‘Extremely sick’: Host sobs over Marty furore
An emotional Leisel Jones has taken to airwaves on Triple M this morning, audibly sobbing as she issued a statement about Marty Sheargold’s comments.
Huge cost of ABC’s sacked host case
The ABC has revealed the eye-watering figure the national broadcaster has spent defending an unfair dismissal claim filed by a former presenter.
‘Absolutely’: Molan’s huge call on career
Former Sky News presenter and radio host Erin Molan has provided an update on her big plans for the next stages of her career.
Star reveals Chris Hemsworth blocked her
An Aussie radio host has opened about a flirtatious encounter she had with Chris Hemsworth before he suddenly blocked her on social media.
Hadley reveals devastating personal news
The radio stalwart has revealed his shock private family battle over the past two months, saying the news was “like a bolt out of the blue”.
Wippa spills grim downside of weight loss jab
The Nova host got brutally honest on air about the side effects of the weight loss drug he’d previously raved about.
Kyle given sex warning amid health battle
Kyle Sandilands has revealed doctors have banned him from sex acts in the bedroom amid his life-threatening health battle.
Listeners fume as radio show suddenly axed
Thousands of listeners have expressed their anger as one of Triple M’s best-loved shows was axed this week, a day after mysteriously disappearing.
Host exposes armed robbers on Ring camera
A popular radio host has shared footage of a group of robbers armed with “10-inch knives” attempting to break into his Sydney home.
$32 million bombshell rocks Aussie radio
Ray Hadley could be back on breakfast radio as John Singleton plans to spend some his $850 million net worth to shake up the airwaves.
‘Disappointing’: Nightmare interview exposed
The TV and radio host has named the huge Hollywood star who was his most awkward interview, with their “prickly” encounter leaving him gutted.
Man arrested over email to ex-ABC host
A man has been charged with sending a “harassing, racially charged email” that “called for violence and harm” to a former ABC journalist.
Kyle hits back at nasty ‘industry rumour’
The Sydney radio host has denied an appalling rumour about his recent health diagnosis, which was aired on an industry podcast at the weekend.
Complaints about Lattouf revealed
Details of the complaints made to the ABC about Antoinette Lattouf have been revealed in former chair Ita Buttrose’s statement to the Federal Court.
‘Do whatever we want’: Kyle fires back
Following last week’s brain aneurysm announcement, Kyle Sandilands gets worked up over an abridged list of his recent illnesses. Read the full list here.
‘Congratulatory’: Ita grilled on emails
The former chair of the ABC Ita Buttrose has been grilled about her response to an email that was sent after a radio host was sacked.
Radio icon dies a week after retiring
A legendary radio host has died at the age of 85, a week after announcing his retirement after more than 60 years in the business.
‘None of your business’: Radio host shut down
Michael ‘Wippa’ Wipfli’s interview went south fast after he attempted to get intimate details from one of the stars of the Bridget Jones sequel.
Beau offered ‘ridiculous’ amount for TV show
Beau Ryan has revealed he was offered “more money than I’ve ever seen” to appear on an Australian reality TV show.
Detail missed in Sandilands’ health battle
News Sandilands’ doctors have flagged his need for “two to eight weeks” off, “for surgery”, should cause concern for Sandilands’ KIISFM bosses.
ABC denies bowing to Ita over Lattouf
The ABC’s chief content officer Chris Oliver-Taylor, a key player in the sacking of presenter Antoinette Lattouf, has appeared in the witness stand in the Federal Court.
‘Found another one’: Kyle’s sad health update
Kyle Sandilands has shared a grim update on his health condition days after revealing doctors found an aneurysm in his brain.
ABC boss makes shock racism claim
ABC boss David Anderson has conceded that several high-profile ABC presenters were not taken off air – like Antoinette Lattouf.
Kate Ritchie speaks out on ‘shameful’ photos
Kate Ritchie has given a sad update, confirming she’s taking a mental health break after intrusive photos of her were published online.
‘A life of cocaine’: Kyle’s sad confession
Kyle Sandilands referenced his past drug abuse problem while making his shock health confession on-air, conceding a high-flying lifestyle was “not the way to go.”
Ugly Phil now has the worst work hours
The veteran radio host has announced he’s accepted a job which comes with some of the worst work hours imaginable.
Kyle, Jackie reveal grim clause in $200m deal
Among the many clauses in their blockbuster radio contracts, Kyle Sandilands and Jackie Henderson have lifted the lid on one particularly sensitive one.
Celeb guest savagely roasts Abbie to her face
“Accept that you’re not a winner”: Abbie Chatfield got absolutely roasted by the latest international celebrity guest on her podcast.
‘Handcuffed’: Aussie star’s wild celeb run-in
Beau Ryan has lifted the lid on his A-list Hollywood interview that went catastrophically wrong.
Veteran ABC journalist dies aged 85
A veteran ABC journalist and “trailblazing” presenter has been remembered as a “remarkable” woman and “treasured friend” following her death.
‘A**hole’: Celeb interview turns disastrous
Rocker Billy Corgan crashed a celeb interview to raise a very personal topic – and the result was an instant disaster.
Triple J Hottest 100 winner revealed
The best song of 2024 has been crowned in Triple J’s Hottest 100, with international artists dominating the countdown.
Axed Triple M star’s new radio gig revealed
NRL legend Mark ‘MG’ Geyer, who was let go from Triple M after 17 years on air, has landed a new high profile radio gig.
Major change coming to popular program
The ABC has unveiled the new voice of a popular radio program.
Triple J pioneer’s death rocks music industry
The music industry is mourning the death of legendary Triple J music director Arnold Frolows who helped shape the sound of the alternative music.
Real reason star quit Sheargold’s radio show
Two months after her shock departure from The Marty Sheargold Show, Loren Barry has explained why she left and what she’s doing now.
‘F*** it up’: ABC’s disastrous secret plan
About 10 people were gathered by ABC’s boss to completely overhaul the national broadcaster — but things didn’t go to plan. Now, disgruntled staff speak out.
Top Aussie radio show of past 25 years named
The hosts of a popular Australian radio industry podcast have counted down their picks for the top 10 radio show of the past 25 years.
Sydney radio host quits show live on air
Radio host and former TV political reporter Chris O’Keefe shocked listeners by quitting his show live on air.
‘End of an era’: Teary scenes as star retires
The family of Australian radio star Ray Hadley has gathered in the studio to celebrate his final day on air in an emotional moment.
Reporter spills on ‘hot mess’ Fergie interview
Australian reporter Michael Usher has spoken out about his infamous trainwreck TV interview with the Duchess of York.
Aussie media legend dies aged 78
Tributes have begun to flow for the Aussie broadcast legend who’s been described as a “trailblazer” and a “one-off”.
‘Unforgivable’ mistake Kyle and Jackie made
This year was meant to be the year that Kyle and Jackie O conquered Melbourne radio, but it didn’t turn out that way. So what went wrong?
ABC’s bizarre question on anti-Semitic attack
NSW Premier Chris Minns’ statement about the anti-Semitic attack in Sydney has been questioned by an ABC broadcaster.
ISIS Brides call sparks wild radio blow-up
An activist has accused 3AW radio host Tom Elliott of trying to “ramp up people’s fear” in a fiery clash on air.
Major 2GB change after Hadley’s shock exit
The radio presenter dropped the major announcement while speaking on air after his shock retirement last month.
‘They lied’: Why Joe Rogan picked Trump
Podcaster Joe Rogan has revealed the decision by Kamala Harris that pushed him over the edge to get involved in the US election.
Shock new claims in Alan Jones allegation
Court documents have revealed shocking new allegations against former radio legend Alan Jones, after he was charged with multiple serious offences.
‘Exactly right’: Albo’s tongue-in-cheek remark
The Prime Minister has jokingly backed a suggestion that tech companies would comply with a new under-16 social media ban if they received one thing.
Fresh blow as another ABC star quits
The radio presenter has made a ‘sad’ announcement after nearly 30 years with the ABC.
Alan Jones’ bombshell legal call explained
Alan Jones has the money to pay for any lawyer in the land – here’s why he’s made an unusual choice for his upcoming court battle.
‘Huge, sudden pile-on’: ABC boss shocked
ABC chairman Kim Williams has been grilled in more detail about his criticism of megastar podcaster Joe Rogan.
Triple M drops big news after star’s axing
Triple M has announced its new Sydney breakfast line-up, a week after NRL legend Mark ‘MG’ Geyer was shown the door.
Aus radio star’s celeb replacement revealed
Susie O’Neill broke down in tears last month when she announced she was leaving Nova. Now her replacement has been revealed.
Brutal reason axed Aus radio star ‘had to go’
The industry was shocked recently when a popular host announced he’d been sacked. Now, an insider has revealed why he was let go.
Radio host announces departure live on-air
An Adelaide radio host has announced her shock departure from KIIS FM amid ongoing Kyle & Jackie O Show rumours.
KIIS announces breakfast show shake-up
There’s been a shake-up to the breakfast at KIIS line-up, with a well-known sports star joining the team.
Veteran newsreader’s huge news: ‘Disbelief’
Popular presenter Chris Bath has shared a significant career update, admitting she was “a little bit scared and nervous”.
‘In shock’: Fury over ABC star’s sacking
A popular Sydney radio host has announced she’s been sacked live on-air today, prompting many to hit out at the station over the move.
‘Devastated’: Sacked star’s tearful goodbye
Australian radio presenter Mitch Churi has confirmed that he’s been sacked from KIIS in an emotional statement live on-air.
James Packer backs ‘my friend’ Alan Jones
Billionaire businessman James Packer is standing by veteran broadcaster Alan Jones following his arrest on Monday.
Alan Jones hit with new charges
Police have laid two additional charges against veteran broadcaster Alan Jones, after he was arrested following historical assault allegations.
‘Out of character’: Credlin weighs in on Jones
Peta Credlin has declared the charges laid against her longtime friend Alan Jones as “entirely out of character with the man I’ve known”.
‘38 pills a day’: Jackie O’s tragic struggle
Jackie O Henderson has shared a heartbreaking insight into her struggles with addiction, and revealed just how close to death she came.
‘Soured’: Hadley claim about Jones
The high-profile former colleague of Alan Jones has spoken cryptically about his “soured” relationship with the broadcaster as news of his arrest broke.
New details emerge after Alan Jones arrest
The broadcaster has been hit with 24 charges relating to alleged historical assaults. Now new details have emerged about the case.
Inside allegations against Alan Jones
Powerful radio host Alan Jones has been charged following historical allegations of indecent assault and sexual touching, with the allegations spanning decades.
Kyle’s last ditch attempt to win Melbourne
A radio executive has revealed that Kyle Sandilands is doing everything he can behind the scenes in a bid to win Melbourne audiences over.
Triple M star announces shock exit
In a move that has shocked fans, a popular Triple M host has announced that she’ll no longer be a part of a national radio show.
ABC star’s savage parting words for Kyle
ABC Breakfast Radio star Sammy J has mercilessly mocked rival Kyle Sandilands, claiming he lives “rent free” in the radio shock jock’s mind.
‘I’ll stop you there’: Star shuts down question
Darren Hayes is on the publicity trail discussing his new tell-all book – but there’s one question he doesn’t want to answer.
Radio star’s major announcement
The radio host has been with the network since before the pandemic in what he’s described as an opportunity marked by ‘unexpected joy’.
Star’s ‘embarrassing’ Only Fans moment
The 2GB presenter revealed he noticed an unusual charge on his travel card account, prompting an “embarrassing conversation”.
Portelli had secret plan with Block winners
Adrian Portelli has confessed he hatched a secret plan with this year’s Block winners to ensure their victory on the day.
‘Pretty odd’: Wild claim about Block couple
Scott Cam has opened up about the most scandalous Block series ever, claiming one couple has ghosted the show.
Mick Molloy’s big radio move revealed
Mick Molloy is set to leave Triple M Sydney, with the comedian to host a different breakfast show in another city in 2025.
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