The Morning Show

Cooking with love and onions this Valentine's Day

2026-02-1204:21

Celebrity chef Mary Califatidis demonstrates Valentine's Day recipes featuring Australian onions, including caramelised red onion puff pastry tarts, spaghetti bolognese, and baked onions with cream and cheese. She explains the different varieties of onions and their culinary uses, emphasising how onions form the foundation of flavourful home cooking. The segment explores food as a love language and encourages cooking romantic meals at home instead of purchasing gimmicky gifts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shuffle Mamas turn garage dancing into global business

2026-02-1203:17

Anna Blank and Christina Reynolds, Kansas City neighbours known as the Shuffle Mamas, began learning shuffle dancing in their garage during the 2020 lockdowns and have since built a following of 2.7 million online followers. The duo taught themselves the footwork-heavy, high-energy dance style by studying videos online without any professional training. They now run a business offering five digital courses and a Zoom community where women learn shuffle dancing together.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Growing up digital in an unsafe online world

2026-02-1204:21

Cyber safety expert and former police officer Susan McLean discusses the challenges of protecting children in the digital world, including the recent under-16 social media ban in Australia and emerging threats from AI-generated nude images. Gaming platforms like Roblox pose risks through unmoderated chat features where predators can exploit children, despite game ratings. McLean's new book 'Growing Up Digital' provides guidance for parents and educators on establishing healthy technology habits and understanding digital risks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nancy Guthrie search continues as new evidence emerges

2026-02-1204:11

The search continues for missing person Nancy Guthrie as investigators examine new evidence, including a black glove found in the search area that resembles one worn by a suspect seen at her door. Michael Feldman, husband of Savannah Guthrie, has used social media to raise awareness, while TMZ reports receiving a communication from someone claiming to know the kidnapper's identity in exchange for one Bitcoin. UK police have begun an assessment of Prince Andrew's ties to Jeffrey Epstein, focusing on his work as a trade envoy and alleged document leaks rather than sexual misconduct allegations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Live Golf kicks off in Adelaide

2026-02-1201:30

Live Golf competition begins in Adelaide with local team Ripper GC among the favourites to compete for the trophy. The event features a family fairway area with entertainment including DJ Phoebe Snow and Old MacDonald's Travelling Farms petting zoo. The tournament combines professional golf with a festival atmosphere designed for families.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aussies battle in Winter Olympics competition

2026-02-1200:27

Australian mogul skiers Jakara Anthony and Charlotte Wilson competed in the women's mogul final at the Winter Olympics, with Anthony finishing eighth and Wilson placing sixth in her Olympic debut. Snowboarder Scotty James topped the halfpipe qualifying standings with a score of 94.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Liberal leadership spill looms as ministers back Taylor

2026-02-1202:18

The Liberal Party faces an internal leadership crisis as Shadow Minister for Cybersecurity Clare Chandler resigns from her position to support Angus Taylor's challenge against current leader Sussan Ley. Multiple assistant ministers have followed suit, with Phil Thompson and Jess Collins signing a formal letter calling for a spill of both the leadership and deputy leadership positions. The party whips will determine the timing of the vote, which is expected to occur within 24 hours, with Angus Taylor anticipated to win despite a potentially tight contest.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Decluttering for the year of the fire horse

2026-02-1105:03

Feng Shui expert Stephanie McConaughey shares guidance on preparing for the Lunar New Year transition from the year of the wood snake to the year of the fire horse on 17 February. The fire horse year symbolises intensity, speed and momentum, requiring presence and clarity to capitalise on opportunities. McConaughey's viral list of 40 items to release before the new year includes clothes from past identities, expired makeup, digital clutter like screenshots, guilt-inducing gifts, and sentimental children's items, with the framework of asking whether your future abundant self would keep each item.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thai pineapple fried rice with Brendan Pang

2026-02-1105:58

Thai-style pineapple fried rice combines sweet, savoury and spicy flavours in a visually stunning dish served in a hollowed-out pineapple shell. The recipe uses leftover jasmine rice, turmeric or curry powder for colour, fresh pineapple, prawns, vegetables, roasted cashews and fried shallots, seasoned with fish sauce and soy sauce. TV personality Brendan Pang demonstrates the technique from his cookbook 'This is a Book About Rice', emphasising the importance of using day-old rice and having all ingredients prepared before cooking in a hot wok.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amy Shark reveals Australian Idol's standout season

2026-02-1004:43

Australian Idol judge Amy Shark discusses the exceptional talent appearing in the current season's auditions, revealing that contestants are increasingly strategic about using the show to launch their careers. She shares behind-the-scenes insights about commonly performed songs like ABBA's Dancing Queen and Amy Winehouse's Valerie, and previews upcoming episodes where rejected contestants return for second chances.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Underdogs returns to John Cain Arena for 2026

2026-02-1006:35

Melbourne radio trio Fifi, Fev and Nick are bringing back their Underdogs initiative for 2026, moving from football fields to basketball courts at John Cain Arena. The program gives children who face adversity through illness, bullying or social exclusion the opportunity to play sport in front of cheering crowds at major Melbourne sporting venues. Past participants have run onto the MCG and Marvel Stadium, with this year's underdogs set to play at halftime during a Melbourne United game, complete with their own locker room and names in lights.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.