In today’s episode of The Liesel Jones, Liam & Spida Podcast (without Leisel again) Spida pitches another bizarre theory involving dolphins and the team dives into the ultimate hypothetical: if you could steal one athlete’s skill or ability, what would it be? From Tiger Woods’ golf game to Killian Jornet’s mountain goat stamina, no sport is off limits. Spida's fear of heights derails an entire VR team bonding session. We also check in with Carl Domjan, Head of Propulsion at Gilmore Space to ...
Jul 17, 2025•17 min
Leisel’s still away, but Spida's imagination is definitely not. Today he’s convinced she’s trading Olympic gold for a pair of boxing gloves and stepping into the ring with Paul Gallen. Is it true? Probably not. But is it wildly entertaining? Absolutely. Meanwhile, Joolz rolls in late again, looking like a human highlighter, and the team dives headfirst into building their dream burgers. From Liam’s chip medley and Spidas questionable “alpinos” to Liams spicy mayo obsession, it’s enough to make y...
Jul 16, 2025•15 min
No Liesel? Spida’s has a theory... that she’s launched herself into orbit to belt out a Michael Bolton song. Producer Joolz asks the big question: What would you do if you heard an intruder in your house at night? Liam’s response involves heroic parenting and becoming a human door wedge. We dive into Kmart’s controversial car chip & dip holder - genius or dangerous distraction? The team brainstorms the ultimate ‘eat-while-you-drive’ inventions (Sushi holders? Automatic lolly dispensers? Bibs...
Jul 15, 2025•16 min
One of our listeners accidentally chucked out a winning lottery ticket.. yep, straight into the bin! So we dive headfirst into the world of rubbish rescues. What’s the weirdest or most desperate thing you've ever dug through a dirty bin for? Some of the stories are gold (literally) Plus, Liam shares his very honest thoughts on the dreaded alternate drop menu… and let’s just say, he’s not a fan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jul 14, 2025•15 min
Liam shares the trauma of getting knock-and-runned while home alone (and full of pizza), Leisel outs herself as an AI addict, and Spida admits he’s gone from footy champ to ChatGPT-dependent road trip planner. Plus, surf guru Reg Prasad drops by for salty advice on ocean therapy, creepy surf vans, and getting your kids to send you to the Maldives (seriously). And yep – someone broke up using ChatGPT… and forgot to delete the prompt. Cringe. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jul 11, 2025•11 min
We celebrate a historic State of Origin Game 3 win - sorry NSW listeners, you may want to skip ahead. We hear from a chafed but cheerful Luke Bradnam post-marathon and Liesel takes us inside her hilariously uncomfortable spa experience at a Gold Coast bathhouse. Plus, Producer Joolz poses the ultimate question: If your personality were a snack, what would it be? Maxibons, nachos, and surprisingly divisive egg & lettuce sandwiches all get a shout-out. It's footy, food and awkward poolside sil...
Jul 10, 2025•17 min
It’s Origin Decider Day and we’re fired up! Ahead of Game 3, the team dives into pre-game entertainment (Brad Cox.. yay or nay?) and who should really be rocking that stage. Plus, footy legend Wally Lewis joins the show for a red-hot preview of the Blues vs Maroons showdown in Sydney. Meanwhile, things get weird (in the best way) with Producer Joolz's Question of the Day : If you could swap lives with someone in your phone contacts for 24 hours, who would it be? The answers range from billionair...
Jul 09, 2025•14 min
What would you rather face: 100 duck-sized horses or one horse-sized duck? Producer Joolz gets roasted over her "ChatGPT-inspired" hypothetical question. Plus, we dive into a debate about which sense we'd be willing to lose (turns out, smell has very few fans). Then, Olympian and X Games champion Chloe Covell joins us live in studio with her mum Julie for a chat that’s as inspiring as it is hilarious. From training at busy public skate parks (and accidentally taking out toddlers) to becoming a p...
Jul 08, 2025•13 min
We kick off with a fun twist: What’s the one movie or show you wish you could erase from your memory just to experience it again for the first time? From Search Party to Happy Gilmore , the gang dives deep. Leisel opens up about re-entering the dating scene and reveals the staggering number of likes she scored in just one hour on a dating app (hint: it's over 400 😲). And things really heat up when the CEO of the Gold Coast Marathon calls in with a VIP invite and a cheeky matchmaking idea. To to...
Jul 04, 2025•16 min
Spida admits he wore headphones to the gym for the first time ever… and instantly felt like a massive tosser. We explore the unwritten gym rules, headphone etiquette, and whether "headphones = wanker" is a fair call. 🎧 It’s also Throwback Thursday, so we’re talking first-ever jobs.. from dipping bananas in chocolate at The Big Banana at age 10 to slicing Devon at Chaddy Coles. And finally, the Gold Coast Marathon is around the corner, so Spida reveals which suburbs would smash it , and which on...
Jul 03, 2025•18 min
We kick things off with Trigger Songs – the tunes that instantly transport you to a movie moment. From The Wedding Singer to Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves , Jerry Maguire , Breakfast Club , and of course, Shrek (aka the Smash Mouth anthem), listeners call in with nostalgic gold. Liesel's lack of movie classics knowledge? Honestly… alarming. PLUS: 💘 Liesel’s back on the dating apps, and 91-year-old Pammy delivers pure wisdom from Nespresso flirting to library lurkers and avoiding DJs’ menswear. ...
Jul 02, 2025•17 min
Kicking things off with a cracker: If you could walk into any reality TV show for a day, which would it be? The answers get weird.. think Kardashians, Selling Sunset, and… Squid Game? Then Leisel drops a bombshell: she's officially back on the dating apps after 18 months off the market. But where do you actually meet people on the Gold Coast these days? Listeners call in with love stories from the Cooly Hotel to a Triple M "Last Chance Dance Event" and someone reckons we need to throw another Si...
Jul 01, 2025•16 min
Would you line up for two hours for a Brooki cookie? Spider saw it and lost faith in society. Plus, if you could create a deep-dive documentary, what would you cover? From Shane Warne’s wild life to unsolved crimes and sperm donor secrets – the team doesn’t hold back. Also, we hear your most embarrassing line-up moments (Tickle Me Elmo, anyone?). Big laughs, bold opinions, and bickering as always. Hit play now! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jun 30, 2025•15 min
This one's got it all – no-pants policies, mountain vs. beach, human bird feeders (yep, you read that right), and the return of the legendary MMM Bruise Club ! Leisel reveals her latest stem cell adventure for hair regrowth (kinda like liposuction apparently) while listeners bring their best bruise battle stories – from dirt bike disasters to dartboard headbutts. Plus, what's the deal with feeding fat into your scalp? Get comfy – pants optional – and enjoy the madness only the Leisel, Liam &...
Jun 27, 2025•14 min
Things get heated in today’s episode as the crew tackles controversial food takes - including a scathing takedown of supreme pizza and debate which sports legends they’d bring back for one last epic performance. Plus, is Burleigh going from beach haven to battleground? Locals call in to share if the Gold Coast fave has lost its shine. Oh, and wait ‘til you hear about tang + sour cream dip... yep, that happened. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jun 25, 2025•13 min
Join Leisel Jones, Liam, and Spida as they kick off a fun-filled Tuesday with laughs, quirky questions, and delicious food talk! They debate which of the Seven Dwarfs they’d be, reveal their dream chefs (yes, Jamie Oliver makes a cameo!), and share nostalgic memories of rare childhood treats like McDonald’s hotcakes and Chinese banquet dinners. Plus, they dive into brilliant everyday hacks from the secret purpose of cling wrap box holes to why pen lids have tiny holes (it’s for your safety!). Li...
Jun 24, 2025•15 min
On today’s episode of the Leisel Jones, Liam & Spida podcast, the crew gets inventive - literally. From kid-tracking watches and eternal phone batteries to Spida van-life dreams, the team brainstorms game-changing inventions that should exist (and maybe already do). Plus, it’s all about local foodie hidden gems.. think florist-made Acai bowls, trivia-night ribs, and a breakfast spot so low-key it's literally called The Hidden Gem . Tune in for laughs, wild ideas, and mouth-watering recommend...
Jun 23, 2025•14 min
It’s a fun, heartfelt, and downright random Friday on the Leisel, Liam & Spida podcast! The team kicks off with Producer Joolz’ “Question of the Day” that sends everyone into orbit. If you were going to space for three weeks, what two personal items would you bring? Spida’s answer? A pink flamingo float, of course. The crew dives into weightless chaos, moonball snacks, and nostalgic handheld games in a truly out-of-this-world convo. Then, things get unexpectedly emotional as Liesel bumps int...
Jun 20, 2025•16 min
What moment from your past would you relive - just to feel it all over again? Leisel, Liam, Spida and Producer Joolz share the epic memories they’d jump back into, from Olympic gold to musical milestones. Plus, we kick off the Triple M Gold Bruise Club and the injuries are equal parts horrifying and hilarious. From dropped windows (oh dear Leisel) and dirt bikes to split-related hamstring horrors, these battle scars tell some wild stories. Want in? Got a bruise worthy of legend? We’re waiting… W...
Jun 19, 2025•16 min
Today on the Leisel Jones, Liam & Spida Podcast , we’re serving up a feast of laughs and chaos! Producer Joolz turns up dressed like Elmo, sparking a full-on Sesame Street meltdown in studio. Then, we draft our dream music festival lineups, spoiler: from ACDC to Jack Johnson to the Spice Girls, it gets wild . And finally, brace yourself for the funniest, punniest restaurant names you've ever heard - yes, “The Duck Nuts” and “Sum Yung Guy” are real places. Hit play for all the grubby giggles,...
Jun 18, 2025•14 min
Today on the Leisel Jones, Liam & Spida Podcast, we're diving into the pure joy of being a kid again from backyard WWE smackdowns to sleepovers with Freddos and footy socks in the hallway! Plus, Spida throws down his very controversial Logies list (spoiler: Bluey made the cut), and we butcher international cuisine names in the most hilarious round of the Cultural Eating Game yet. Get nostalgic, get opinionated, and get ready to laugh! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jun 17, 2025•16 min
Happy Monday! Leisel, Liam, and Spida are back to kick off Foodie Fortnight with a delicious bang. From sourdough that makes you feel like royalty to dark chocolate snobbery and premium fuel swagger, the crew dives into life’s little luxuries that make you feel bougie on a budget. Then it's down to serious (and hilarious) business: What’s the best plate of food on the Gold Coast? Listeners call in with dream-worthy pizza, Persian platters, sticky pork belly, mash so silky it’s almost NSFW, and e...
Jun 16, 2025•16 min
Get a taste of today’s show with some of the best bits, banter, and big names! We’re talking legends like Mick Fanning, Pat Rafter, and Hamish Blake – all dropping by for a chat. Good times, great laughs, and a little slice of everything you love about the show. Hit play and enjoy the ride! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 13, 2025•10 min
In this compelling episode of The Leisel Jones, Liam & Spida Podcast , the team take you on a nostalgic, insightful, and at times heavy-hitting journey. They begin with throwback tales ofunforgettable school excursions.. including waving at the Queen (or maybe just a random car for Spida). But the tone shifts as they dive deep into Australia's rising costs of living, with a powerful discussion around which financial burden they'd erase for Aussies - from student debt to free junior sport acc...
Jun 12, 2025•16 min
This episode of the Leisel Jones, Liam & Spida Podcast is a rollercoaster - from hilarious debates on the one Aussie town you’d holiday in for 10 years (spoiler: Larimer’s pies and mystery make a strong case) to surprising cover songs that might just beat the originals (hello, Chris Cornell’s “Nothing Compares 2 U”). But it also takes a heartfelt turn. As we mark Men’s Health Week , Liam opens up about losing a close friend and the real, raw truth behind mental health struggles men face. If ...
Jun 11, 2025•16 min
Gold Coast Mayor Tom Tate joins the Leisel, Liam & Spida Podcast to break down what rising rates really mean for homeowners, why the Pacific Air Show was grounded and when our beaches will finally bounce back. Meanwhile, things get hilariously unhinged as the crew imagines their dream home upgrades from backyard radio studios and vacuum walls to escalators and wine cellars. Plus, Leisel & Spida reads a time capsule letter to their future selves. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in...
Jun 10, 2025•16 min
It’s a massive Monday on the Leisel Jones, Liam & Spida podcast! The crew kicks off with laughs, a food truck fantasy and a spicy debate over whose question of the day reigns supreme. Then surf legend Mick Fanning joins the show to chat about this Friday’s Mick Fanning Charity Golf Day , the nearly $2 million raised for flood-affected communities and how Shannon Noll + rum + golf = chaos . Plus, Mick shares thoughts on surfing’s future, the Snapper Rocks redevelopment, and his dream road tri...
Jun 09, 2025•18 min
Happy Queensland Day! Leisel, Liam, and Spida dive into a very Aussie celebration from mangoes and Bundy to the apps we can't live without. The gang talk their one must-have download (Spoiler: Instagram and Rain Parrot get shoutouts) Then we go deep with surf film legend Taylor Steele , the mastermind behind the Salento Surf Festival , launching on the Gold Coast. He reveals how this immersive event mixes surf comps (yep, even you can enter!) live music, art, tequila masterclasses (kind of) and ...
Jun 06, 2025•14 min
From hungry pants to heroic posties, we’ve got it all. The crew debates which breakfast they could eat forever.. cereal, croissants, or the classic Vegemite on toast.. whats your jam? Then things get ruff as we salute Australia’s bravest posties.. dodging dogs, dodging Dobermans, and fighting back with citronella spray (or maybe… Schmackos?). Plus, meet the Terminator Staffy who literally leapt off a balcony for a bite of the mailbag. Dog lovers, breakfast fans, and postie legends - this episode...
Jun 05, 2025•15 min
World-renowned chef Marco Pierre White joins Leisel, Liam and Spida in studio for a laugh-filled, surprisingly heartfelt chat about everything from Michelin stars to pig’s trotters, Aussie cuisine and why he's not giving in to insects on his plate. Marco reveals what brings him the most joy (spoiler: it’s not food), attempts the iconic Tim Tam Slam live on air, and gives his unfiltered take on Vegemite, crumpets and Australia's food scene. Plus, the team daydreams about life as superstar musicia...
Jun 04, 2025•22 min
