Ash, Kip & Luttsy

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Ash, Luttsy and Nikki chat about the challenges of traveling overseas and connecting across language and cultural divides. They share funny anecdotes of butchering French in Paris and getting called out for using loud, abrasive Aussie accents abroad. The hosts also discuss strategies for navigating foreign countries, from trying a few key phrases in the local language to identifying as Canadian instead of American. Ash and Nikki reflect on why immersion is the best way to learn a new language. They debate which tongues are easiest to pick up, with Indonesian getting high marks. 2:30 - Ash and Nikki impersonate loud Australian accents cutting through foreign cities 5:15 - Nikki describes failing at basic French after years of study 7:00 - The hosts discuss why French people appreciate even poor attempts at speaking their language 8:45 - Ash shares a video of himself speaking broken French 10:30 - They talk about the countries where their podcast gets the most listenersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in

Have you ever wondered what really goes on behind the scenes at your favorite restaurant? This week's Caller of the Week exposes some shocking industry secrets that may make you think twice before ordering eggs at a cafe.Kylie calls in to reveal how some breakfast places actually prepare scrambled eggs - and it's not pretty. She admits that around 80% of the cafes she's worked at pre-mix raw eggs in a blender, strain them, and then cook them for service. While efficient, this unappetizing method strips the eggs of their fresh, fluffy texture.Later in the episode, the hosts chat about feeling threatened as their teenage sons begin to surpass them in strength and size. Ash still clings to his title as the "alpha" through feats like bench pressing more weight than his 21 year old. But he knows his days as the strongest are numbered.Other highlights include:3:24 - Ash recaps seeing comedian Mark Normand live and trying to sneak his son into the sold-out show.8:15 - The hosts discuss the absurd backlash against Sy

In this fun and laidback episode, Ash expresses concern over a Chinese aircraft that was recently spotted lingering in Australian airspace. He and Nikki speculate what China's intentions could be and joke about going "hard on China". The conversation then shifts to whether it's possible for foreigners to visit North Korea. They discuss the restricted nature of North Korean tours and debate if it would be safe to visit or if you'd get stuck there. 2:34 - Discussion about how quickly the Earth rotates and how long it takes to fall through the Earth. 5:16 - Can foreigners visit North Korea and the restricted nature of tours there. 7:23 - Ash and Nikki joke about interviewing Kim Jong-un on their podcast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you noticed people are lacking germ etiquette lately? Listen in as we discuss the loss of manners when it comes to spreading germs, and how we can be more considerate. We kick things off talking about the shocking lack of hand hygiene when it comes to handling other people's phones. You won't believe the story of the cruise ship passenger who grabbed the host's phone with snotty hands (4:23). Next we discuss whether masks and hand sanitizers have stuck around post-COVID (7:16). Has the pandemic permanently changed our attitude to germs? Then we hear a caller's horrifying tale of an Uber passenger who was snorting and hacking the whole trip, with no consideration for their poor driver (10:34).  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do you race to the toilet when nature calls? Ash reveals his bathroom phobias and rituals that will make you laugh out loud. We dive into the deep end in this week's uncensored podcast, dishing on everything from Ash's bathroom rituals and phobias to reading books via audiobooks vs physically reading them. 2:30 - Ash doesn't like using public restrooms so he pays to use the toilet across the street from the studio. His bathroom rituals stem from embarrassment and anxiety. 5:15 - The hosts discuss accidentally saying inappropriate things during pre-recorded podcasts that don't air live. They admit to editing audio before sending to their producer. 8:45 - Nikki used to be an avid reader but stopped for 10 years until she rediscovered her love of reading via audiobooks during drives. She didn't realize she needed to just sit and read a physical book without distractions. 11:30 - Childhood books like Hating Alison Ashley by Robin Klein sparked nostalgia. Nikki reveals she auditioned for the film version but

Love is in the air! From unlikely celebrity couples to irrational fears, this week's episode has it all. The hosts dish on the latest Hollywood romances - who knew Liam Neeson and Pamela Anderson were an item? Or that Justin Trudeau has his sights set on Katy Perry? We get the inside scoop on these new relationships and more. The conversation then turns to phobias as callers share their hilarious and sometimes debilitating fears. You'll hear about everything from an overwhelming terror of pelicans to an inability to touch sand. Can you relate to any of these anxieties? 2:34 - The new Naked Gun movie starring Neeson and Anderson4:19 - Trudeau and Perry's secret Canadian dinner date 6:24 - Listener Kim calls in about her son's fear of dragonflies8:41 - Jasmine is petrified of cockroaches, especially in her car10:29 - Helen was hospitalized after seeing a giant spider12:16 - Jordan can't go near sand after watching Spiderman Laugh along as the hosts swap travel stories and industry secrets from retail employees.

We react to a viral video of an Australian mining executive passionately defending the coal industry. They debate whether Australia should utilize its ample coal and uranium reserves or transition to renewable energy. The hosts also share laughs over Ash's experience interviewing a foul-mouthed flood survivor in North Queensland. Throughout the lively discussion, Ash, Luttsy & Nikki weigh the idealism of environmentalism against the pragmatism of powering modern life. 2:30 - The hosts introduce the viral video of a mining executive arguing that renewable energy advocates are unrealistic about society's energy needs. 5:15 - Ash recalls interviewing a profanity-laden local during flood coverage in North Queensland. 8:00 - Nikki questions why Australia exports so much coal only to buy it back for domestic use. 12:45 - The hosts debate whether public fear prevents Australia from tapping into its massive uranium reserves.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You won't believe the blatant cheating we caught President Trump doing on the golf course. The Ash, Luttsy and Nikki Osborne podcast is calling out Trump's lack of integrity - but that's not all. We're airing your stories of deception, from sneaky school kids to manipulative board games. Get ready for some wild confessions that reveal the dodgy side of human nature. The episode opens with footage showing Trump clearly cheating at golf. He takes advantage of his caddy to improve his lie in a bunker. We discuss the ethics of cheating and why it never sits right. Then we share stories from our own checkered pasts - like using chat answers to pass a driving test or hiding behind trees on school cross country. 2:34 - Ash recalls a friend blatantly cheating at golf by throwing down a new ball. The memory still stings 15 years later. 5:16 - We admit to minor pool table infractions - but rule breakers who just grab balls mid-game are the worst. 8:02 - Cheating by Trump and others on the golf course just feels extra s

In this laugh-out-loud episode, Nikki describes her embarrassing moment posting too many videos from a party boat. Mitch wonders how to handle "the talk" with his teenage son. And a caller shares a cringe-worthy tale about accidentally sending racy pics to her in-laws. From party fouls to awkward encounters, the hosts and callers prove we've all been a "dumbass" at some point.- 00:01:30 - Nikki on drunkenly posting too many party boat videos - 00:04:15 - Mitch confused about needing to have "the talk" with his son- 00:07:30 - Caller shares story of sending racy pics to in-laws- 00:10:00 - Friend shows racy pic to stranger at the stories.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ash, Luttsy and Nikki debate whether social media birthday posts are genuine or performative. They share funny stories of self-centered birthday posts where the birthday person is barely visible. The hosts talk about feeling pressure to reciprocate shares and weigh the motives behind posting. They explore the idea that posting is more about the poster than the birthday person. The episode covers other scenarios like parties and vacations where social media can detract from real life moments. Key Moments: 2:30 - Ash feels judged for his past social media behavior 5:15 - The etiquette around birthday messages for family 8:00 - Funny example of a self-centered “family” photo 10:30 - Nikki’s example of a Greece trip post 15:00 - Social media posts while drunkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Laugh along as the hosts share hilarious stories and engaging banter in this lighthearted morning radio show. From a wild night out on a party boat to an adventurous trip to a small town cinema, the tales will have you grinning from ear to ear.The episode opens with Nikki recounting her crazy antics dancing on an Oasis party boat while clearly overserved. After realizing she drunkenly posted videos online, she scrambled to do damage control. Ash then describes witnessing massive navy ships off the Gold Coast. Later, Mitch reminisces about a charity event in Kingaroy, Queensland which ended with an impromptu after party at the local cinema, complete with popcorn and a screening of Mega Shark vs. Giant Octopus.The hosts also debate whether fathers should have "the talk" with their sons in today's digital age (5:32), share cringeworthy Instagram pet peeves (8:44), and crown a hilarious caller the "collar of the day" (15:12).Timestamps:- Wild party boat antics - 0:37- Huge navy ships off Gold Coast - 4:10 - Impro

Wedding Disasters! Brides Share Their Big Day Horror Stories Think your wedding day is going to go off without a hitch? Think again! In this hilarious episode, brides call in to share their wedding horror stories. From massive storms to dresses ripping to very public groom meltdowns, these stories have it all. Get ready to cry laughing as you hear about these brides' not-so-perfect days. 2:30 - Bride battles a typhoon on her big day 5:45 - Wind wreaks havoc on cliffside vows9:20 - Groom has an embarrassing emotional moment12:30 - Rain ruins hair, makeup and photos15:45 - Forgotten bridesmaids, flooded roads and tears 18:50 - Dry cleaning disaster leaves dress in tattersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ash, Luttsy and Nikki catch up on their weekend plans, which include a wild boat party for Ash and running into celebrities like Sonny Bill Williams and Delta Goodrem. They reminisce about some of their favorite (and most inappropriate) moments from their time together on-air, including flirting with Fergie and Jennifer Hawkins. The two have great chemistry and aren't afraid to poke fun at each other and share funny stories from their time in radio. 2:15 - Ash talks about going on the Oasis party boat for a combined bachelor/bachelorette party5:30 - The hosts discuss celebrity gossip and conspiracy theories about the first ladies 8:45 - Nikki reminisces about interviewing Delta Goodrem and Jennifer Hawkins in the same day12:30 - Nikki and Ash recall flirting with Fergie during an interview 15:00 - The hosts banter about getting starstruck and unprofessional around female guestsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Move Over America, There's a New Aussie Cheerleader in Town She's danced around the world, competed at the highest levels of cheerleading, and now Faith Ward has achieved her dream of becoming a Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader. Tune in as we chat with the inspiring Perth dancer about her intense audition journey, culture shock moving to Texas, and what it's like being the first Kiwi and third Aussie to join the iconic squad. 2:30 - Faith describes the grueling 2-month audition process and cutthroat competition just to make the team5:15 - We dive into Faith's dance background, from starting ballet at 2 years old to working as a professional dancer on cruise ships7:45 - Faith explains the strict rules against fraternizing with football players and commitment to representing the Cowboys brand10:30 - Hilarity ensues as a squirrel interrupts the interview, giving Faith a taste of crazy Texas wildlifeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We kick things off by sharing cringe-worthy stories of their own wedding day mishaps, from runaway veils to surprise pregnancies. A few lucky listeners call in with their catastrophic wedding moments as well. The hosts reminisce about their glory days beating future sports celebrities like tennis pro Mark Philippoussis and Olympic swimmer Kieran Perkins. Nikki even once bested eventual Australian softball player Sandra Avery's pitching record. In a somber moment, Ash and Nikki discuss the recent passings of rock icon Ozzy Osbourne and wrestling superstar Hulk Hogan. They fondly remember Hogan's larger-than-life persona and 24-inch pythons. Later, a passionate listener calls in to settle the great "Parmi vs. Parma" debate once and for all. Nikki reluctantly concedes that Parmi is the proper Queensland term. Timestamps: 3:24 - Ash and Nikki share disastrous wedding stories 8:12 - Listeners call in with their wedding horror stories 15:18 - Beating future sports stars back in the day 22:34 - Remembering Hulk Hoga

Broncos enforcer Patty Carrigan joins us in studio as the Broncos prepare to take on the Eels, aiming for six straight wins in a row PLUS he reacts to the Rugby League 26 video game See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We dive into the most popular reality TV shows that they just can't get on board with. From The Block to Survivor and everything in between, find out which shows are just too traumatic or tedious for these comedians. 2:30 - Nikki explains why she could never watch The Block, even though Ash finds the concept intriguing. Renovating houses is stressful enough without cameras! 5:45 - Both agree Survivor seems miserable, with bugs, lack of food, and constant exposure to the elements. Hear Ash's friend Barry's experience pleading to be voted off first. 8:15 - Could Nikki and Ash survive being paired up on a show like Naked and Afraid? Find out which one would be naked and which afraid. 12:30 - Alone is the toughest reality show according to Ash. He details the struggle contestants face hunting, gathering, and surviving in remote locations. 15:45 - Neither Nikki nor Ash can watch animals hunted on nature documentaries. The moment of the kill is too emotionally draining. 18:30 - An interesting tangent into eating li