The Morning Show

Sam Pang won the Gold Logie at the TV Week Logie Awards, delivering a humorous acceptance speech that balanced comedy with sincere moments. The comedian, who has hosted the Logies for three years, experienced the red carpet for the first time as a nominee and celebrated the surprise appearance of Magda Szubanski presenting his award. Pang joked about using the trophy in contract negotiations for his work on The Front Bar.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Robert Irwin, at 22 years old, became the youngest ever host of the TV Week Logie Awards, delivering a standout performance that included recreating his father Steve Irwin's famous snake segment from 2003. The ceremony saw Sam Pang win the Gold Logie, Deborah Mailman become the first Aboriginal person inducted into the Hall of Fame, and multiple awards presented including Best Drama for RFDS and Best News Coverage for the Bondi terror attack reporting. The night featured memorable moments including a tribute to Johnny Young, Andrew Denton's Hall of Fame induction, and a surprise appearance by Magda Szubanski as Sharon Strzelecki.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Disability advocate Alex Noble suffered a devastating rugby accident at 16, resulting in severe spinal cord injury and C4 quadriplegia. His mission now focuses on raising awareness and funding for spinal cord injury research whilst inspiring others facing adversity.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lachlann Lawton, an opera singer from Bunbury, Western Australia, made history on The Voice Australia by performing his blind audition without a microphone, earning chair turns from all four coaches.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dame Julie Andrews has confirmed she will not appear in The Princess Diaries 3, effectively announcing her retirement from film acting. The 90-year-old actress, who declined a role in Mary Poppins Returns a decade ago, continues to write books with her daughter Emma and remains available for voiceover work, but has chosen to end her on-screen acting career. Andrews' decision means she declined what would likely have been a lucrative cameo appearance in the upcoming sequel.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Harry and Meghan's documentary film, Cookie Queens, has underperformed at the box office only taking in approximately $A600,000 from 446 cinemas across America during its opening weekend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Delta Goodrem is preparing for her debut on Strictly Come Dancing in the UK, marking her first major foray into competitive dancing. The Australian singer, who describes herself as naturally more comfortable with piano and instruments than dancing, views the opportunity as a chance to develop new skills and potentially incorporate choreography into her future tours. She acknowledges having 'two left feet' but is approaching the challenge with enthusiasm and determination.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sir Rod Stewart has cancelled his entire month of upcoming performances across America, Mexico and his Las Vegas residency following a heart-stent procedure. The cancellations affect his 'One Last Time Tour', which serves as his farewell tour. Stewart is reportedly recovering well and already up and about at home, though it remains unclear when the cancelled concerts will be rescheduled.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Usher marks a decade at Seven News, earning a Logie nomination for Most Popular News Presenter. The veteran journalist reflects on 36 years in broadcasting, covering major events from the pandemic and royal coronations to the Bondi attack and his groundbreaking Spotlight interview with the Abdalla family. Usher discusses the emotional toll of reporting traumatic news, his unexpected Dancing with the Stars appearance, and the advice that has sustained his career through industry turbulence.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Intimacy coordinators choreograph and oversee intimate scenes in film and television productions, protecting actors through detailed preparation, clear boundaries, and consent protocols. Jessica Steinrock, CEO of the largest intimacy direction training organisation, explains how the role involves extensive prep work mapping out scenes, managing actor boundaries and comfort levels, and ensuring no surprises on set. The profession now has its own industry agreement and formal certification programmes training intimacy professionals worldwide.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sonia Kruger discusses the upcoming 66th annual Logie Awards on Seven, with voting still open and winners yet to be determined.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sharon Osbourne made a surprise appearance at a bar in Birmingham, Ozzy Osbourne's hometown, serving a beer named after one of her late husband's albums.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The cast of Full House reunited at an autograph signing session to participate in a TikTok dance trend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brad Pitt reveals in an Esquire magazine interview he has resumed drinking alcohol with restraint after previously being in Alcoholics Anonymous.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A man has been arrested for allegedly breaking into Kim Kardashian's Hidden Hills home and stealing items, including a car believed to belong to a staff member.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australian designer Stavroula Adameitis, known as Frida Las Vegas, celebrates the bold, colourful aesthetic of 1980s and 1990s Australian fashion and popular culture through her clothing designs and illustrations. Her new book Australianorama compiles a decade of her work documenting Australia's maximalist era, featuring iconic elements from television, film, fashion and everyday culture including bin chickens, Chiko Rolls and references to Australian icons. Adamaitis champions the unapologetic, loud and proud spirit of late 20th century Australian design, believing colour and kitsch will eventually make a comeback against current minimalist trends.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cupid's Court is a live comedy dating show where audience members judge contestants' romantic prospects in real time.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Erin Holland, weeks away from giving birth to her first child after a nearly six-year fertility journey, discusses preparing her husky Skylar for the arrival of her new baby.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Madonna and Kylie Minogue's collaboration Love Sensation has reached No.1 on iTunes charts worldwide.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rock'n'roll icon Suzi Quatro is returning to Australia in November for a series of concerts, including a performance at the Sydney Opera House and headlining the Red Hot Summer Tour.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is reportedly set to receive a royal ceremonial funeral despite being stripped of his royal titles and living in disgrace.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reality TV star Abby Lee Miller reflects on 15 years since Dance Moms premiered, discussing her controversial teaching methods and her upcoming streaming series, Abby Vs Cathy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ashton Meyer from Ontario, Canada, started a bin-cleaning service to earn money over summer, going door-to-door despite facing rejection. After practising with his grandparents and pushing through early setbacks, he's built a client base and now plans to expand into seasonal services.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This 20-minute one-pan baked gnocchi recipe combines tender chicken, zesty lemon, and a creamy leek, garlic, tarragon, parmesan and mozzarella sauce, with spinach wilted in for extra greens.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Meryl Streep serenaded Geri Halliwell with a birthday song on Instagram while filming the latest season of Only Murders In The Building in London.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mischa Barton has hinted at a potential reunion or reboot of The OC during a German television interview.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Billionaire James Packer has married Kylie Lim in a secret Italian wedding. The couple first got together nearly a decade ago, split for several years, then rekindled their romance last year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cypriot foodie Nikoletta Nicolaou demonstrates a traditional Cypriot stew, which combines beef mince, vegetables and fragrant spices. The dish is accompanied with a Cypriot finger bread infused with cinnamon, cloves and aniseed and baked until golden brownSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cortisol face is a trending term for stress-induced skin issues such as puffiness, dullness, and breakouts caused by elevated cortisol from the adrenal glands. Stress prompts the body to retain water and salt via the kidneys, causing facial puffiness, while poor sleep, sugar, and alcohol can worsen it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket's upper stage, weighing approximately four tonnes, has collided with the moon's surface near the Einstein crater at 8000km/h.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Viral sensation Ben and Zara are a father-daughter duo who have gained more than 10 million social media followers through their lip-sync videos featuring classic songs. The pair have collaborated with celebrities such as Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson, Snoop Dogg, and Lenny KravitzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An 18m-metre-tall robot once used in Take That's 2011 Progressive Live Tour has been nicknamed "Creepyfella" by locals. It is now sitting in the village of Compton Bassett in Wiltshire, UK, where band member Robbie Williams used to live - and where locals have nicknamed it 'Creepyfella'.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

American clothing brand HercLeon has launched a high-tech T-shirt that claims to stay fresh and odour-free for up to 30 days of daily wear without washing. The shirt is made from a blend of materials including copper, silver, zinc, and volcanic ash, which the company says fights odour-causing bacteria and absorbs moisture.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Superstar Shakira has recreated an iconic 1997 photo originally taken at a newspaper facility in Colombia, which later became a popular internet meme associated with MySpace. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An estimated 20 children are taken hospital each week for suspected ingestion of coin lithium batteries, which are found in countless household items in Australia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Voice Australia coach Melanie C, recently married her Australian partner Chris in a wedding ceremony in the UK, surrounded by friends and family from both countries.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Khloé Kardashian is launching a new fly-on-the-wall reality TV series featuring her and her sisters' longtime girlfriends. The show, titled 'The Girls', follows the original group of friends who have been confidantes to the Kardashian family and other famous individuals. The series promises drama and conflict as these friends navigate their relationships while being filmed for television.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hollywood star Hugh Jackman makes a surprise guest appearance on stage with his partner Sutton Foster at the Ogunquit Playhouse gala in Maine, performing a duet of The Doodlin' Song. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Meghan Markle, Duchess of Sussex, celebrated her 45th birthday by sharing photos and videos on social media. The content included footage of her dancing and images of her two rescue dogs, Pula (a black Labrador) and Mamma Mia. The birthday celebration also featured photographs of the Duchess jumping into water.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Princess Eugenie and her husband Jack Brooksbank have welcomed their third child, a baby girl, born in Portugal where the couple spend approximately half their time due to Jack's work in Lisbon. The newborn joins her two older brothers and is 15th in line to the throne. The couple have not yet announced the baby's name.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Madonna and Kylie Minogue are releasing a collaborative remix of Madonna's track Love Sensation from her Confessions II album.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anne Hathaway commemorates the 25th anniversary of The Princess Diaries, sharing nostalgic memories of playing Princess Mia Thermopolis. The actress expresses gratitude for the film that launched her career, amid speculation about a potential new instalment in the franchise.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick Simmons and Evan Stanley, sons of KISS legends Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley, have released a new single called Lilith.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kyle Sandilands has given his first live television interview on Sunrise following his departure from radio. He discussed his new subscription-based project requiring $100 per year from listeners, with a target of 100,000 subscribers to generate $10 million. Sandilands revealed details about the breakdown of his partnership with Jackie O, including an unanswered apology message and her subsequent request to change time slots.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sydney university student Sterling Nasa was pulled from the audience during a live La La Land concert in June after the pianist fell ill, and he successfully performed the entire second act of the show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New research reveals one in two Australians are experiencing social disconnection, with young adults aged 18 to 25 being the loneliest age group. Having just one close friend can reduce loneliness risk by up to 89%, while practical solutions include community engagement, volunteering, and men's groups like W Now that combine beach training, swimming and peer support circles. Loneliness Awareness Week highlights the growing crisis of social disconnection despite increased digital connectivity.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Farmer Wants a Wife reunion episode reveals the current relationship status of all five farmers from the latest season. Farmer Zach and Maya continue their long-distance relationship between Adelaide Hills and Melbourne, with emotional airport farewells, while Farmer Alex seeks closure with Edie after their early departure from the show didn't lead to a lasting connection. The reunion featured all couples sharing updates, with Zach and Alex later appearing on morning television to discuss their experiences, the challenges of long-distance relationships, and the sometimes awkward moments of reality TV filming.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Madonna and Kylie Minogue performed their first official duet together at World Pride in Amsterdam, surprising the crowd with a remix of 'Love Sensation' from Madonna's Confessions album. The collaboration will be released as a single featuring Kylie Minogue, marking a historic moment as the two pop icons share the stage.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ariana Grande is stepping away from the public eye and show business, including withdrawing from a highly anticipated London musical production of Sunday in the Park with George alongside Jonathan Bailey. Her representatives cite relentless scrutiny about her weight and persistent conspiracy theories about her health as the primary reasons for her decision to take a break from her career.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australian children's author Andy Griffiths, who wrote the 13-Storey Treehouse series, has released a new book with illustrator Bill Hope called You And Me And The Gigantic Knucklehead. The third instalment in the You And Me series explores the world of giants. The reader and author accidentally become giants and travel to a giant land, only to discover they are the tiny ones.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.