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	Since the show's debut in 2005, ''Jonesy & Amanda'' have garnered a loyal audience and received several ], reflecting their prominence in Australian radio.		Since the show's debut in 2005, ''Jonesy & Amanda'' have garnered a loyal audience and received several ], reflecting their prominence in Australian radio.

	''Jonesy & Amanda'' have conducted interviews with several ]<ref name="abbottinterview">		''Jonesy & Amanda'' have conducted interviews with several ],<ref name="abbottinterview">
	{{cite web		{{cite web
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		⚫	</ref><ref name="turnbullinterview">
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		⚫	</ref><ref name="morrisoninterview">
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		⚫	</ref><ref name="albaneseinterview">
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	{{cite web		{{cite web
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	</ref>, set a ] by broadcasting their show from underwater for over three hours<ref name="underwater" />, and even ].<ref name="jonesyandamandablood">		</ref> set a ] by broadcasting their show from underwater for over three hours,<ref name="underwater" /> and even ].<ref name="jonesyandamandablood">
	{{cite web		{{cite web
	\|url=https://www.wsfm.com.au/entertainment/jonesy-amanda-taste-each-others-blood/		\|url=https://www.wsfm.com.au/entertainment/jonesy-amanda-taste-each-others-blood/
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	== History ==		== History ==
	Before working at WSFM, Jones and Keller both previously worked at ], with Jones on the drive shift and Keller on the breakfast shift with ].<ref name="dynamicduos">		Before working at WSFM, Jones and Keller both previously worked at ], with Jones on the drive shift and Keller on the breakfast shift with ].<ref name="dynamicduos">
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	\|last=Welch		\|last=Welch
	\|title=Dynamic duos: WSFM's Brendan Jones and Amanda Keller		\|title=Dynamic duos: WSFM's Brendan Jones and Amanda Keller
			\|date=3 November 2022
	\|access-date=2024-12-04		\|access-date=2024-12-04
	}}		}}
	</ref> <ref name="18yearsjonesyandamanda" /> During a week when Jones filled in for Denton on the breakfast show, he noted strong on-air chemistry with Keller.<ref name="18yearsjonesyandamanda">		</ref><ref name="18yearsjonesyandamanda" /> During a week when Jones filled in for Denton on the breakfast show, he noted strong on-air chemistry with Keller.<ref name="18yearsjonesyandamanda">
	{{cite web		{{cite web
	\|url=https://www.mediaweek.com.au/18-years-of-jonesy-amanda/		\|url=https://www.mediaweek.com.au/18-years-of-jonesy-amanda/
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	\|last=Connery		\|last=Connery
	\|website=Mediaweek		\|website=Mediaweek
	\|title=~~“It~~ ~~doesn’t~~ feel that ~~long”~~: Looking back on 18 years of Jonesy & Amanda		\|title="It doesn't feel that long": Looking back on 18 years of Jonesy & Amanda
	\|access-date=2024-12-03		\|access-date=2024-12-03
	}}		}}
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	\|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201127233414/https://www.mediaweek.com.au/the-story-behind-jonesy-and-amanda/		\|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201127233414/https://www.mediaweek.com.au/the-story-behind-jonesy-and-amanda/
	\|archive-date=2020-11-27		\|archive-date=2020-11-27
	\|title=The story behind ~~WSFM’s~~ iconic pairing of Jonesy and Amanda		\|title=The story behind WSFM's iconic pairing of Jonesy and Amanda
	\|first=Kruti		\|first=Kruti
	\|last=Joshi		\|last=Joshi
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	Initially, Keller was hesitant to commit to full-time breakfast radio due to family responsibilities and her work on the ABC TV program ]. However, after ''Mondo Thingo'' was not renewed, she accepted the breakfast co-host role at WSFM.<ref name="storybehindjonesyandamanda" />		Initially, Keller was hesitant to commit to full-time breakfast radio due to family responsibilities and her work on the ABC TV program '']''. However, after ''Mondo Thingo'' was not renewed, she accepted the breakfast co-host role at WSFM.<ref name="storybehindjonesyandamanda" />

	In 2005, ''Jonesy & Amanda'' became the top-rated FM breakfast radio show in the seventh ratings survey of the year, achieving an 8.8% share.<ref name="sydney705">{{cite web		In 2005, ''Jonesy & Amanda'' became the top-rated FM breakfast radio show in the seventh ratings survey of the year, achieving an 8.8% share.<ref name="sydney705">{{cite web
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	</ref>In the following survey, WSFM was ranked the number one FM station overall, with a 9.5% share.<ref name="sydney805">		</ref> In the following survey, WSFM was ranked the number one FM station overall, with a 9.5% share.<ref name="sydney805">
	{{cite web		{{cite web
	\|url=http://www.nielsenmedia.com.au/files/sydney805.pdf		\|url=http://www.nielsenmedia.com.au/files/sydney805.pdf
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	</ref>		</ref>


	== Regular segments ==		== Regular segments ==


	=== Magnificent Seven ===		=== Magnificent Seven ===
	The show begins with a quiz segment where callers answer a series of seven questions in a relay format. If a caller answers incorrectly, the next caller takes over from the same question. The questions often relate to current events, and the caller who answers the seventh and final question correctly wins a prize.		The show begins with a quiz segment where callers answer a series of seven questions in a relay format. If a caller answers incorrectly, the next caller takes over from the same question. The questions often relate to current events, and the caller who answers the seventh and final question correctly wins a prize.


	=== Instagrand ===		=== Instagrand ===
	This trivia-based segment invites callers to answer ten questions correctly to win a cash prize of $1,000. Participants who succeed have the option to risk their winnings on a ] bonus question.		This trivia-based segment invites callers to answer ten questions correctly to win a cash prize of $1,000. Participants who succeed have the option to risk their winnings on a ] bonus question.


	=== Pub Test ===		=== Pub Test ===
	The segment involves discussing a recent event, news story, or social concept, with callers invited to share their opinions on whether it "passes the ]."		The segment involves discussing a recent event, news story, or social concept, with callers invited to share their opinions on whether it "passes the ]."


	=== TikTok Tucker ===		=== TikTok Tucker ===
	Each Thursday, ''Jonesy and Amanda'' try out a ] recipe from ], recreating it live on the show. The hosts often provide humorous commentary, with many of the recipes eliciting mixed reactions, sometimes being deemed unappetizing.		Each Thursday, ''Jonesy and Amanda'' try out a ] recipe from ], recreating it live on the show. The hosts often provide humorous commentary, with many of the recipes eliciting mixed reactions, sometimes being deemed unappetizing.


	=== Fight for Your Flashback ===		=== Fight for Your Flashback ===
	On Fridays, ''Jonesy and Amanda'' receive a theme from management and each selects a classic song that aligns with it. These rarely-played tracks are then pitted against each other, with listeners voting on which song should be played.		On Fridays, ''Jonesy and Amanda'' receive a theme from management and each selects a classic song that aligns with it. These rarely-played tracks are then pitted against each other, with listeners voting on which song should be played.


	=== Jalmanac ===		=== Jalmanac ===
	The segment features trivia or interesting facts about a song or band, which the hosts discuss before playing the corresponding song.		The segment features trivia or interesting facts about a song or band, which the hosts discuss before playing the corresponding song.


	=== The Tribal Drum ===		=== The Tribal Drum ===
	This segment invites callers to share personal stories and experiences based on a specific topic introduced by the hosts.		This segment invites callers to share personal stories and experiences based on a specific topic introduced by the hosts.

	Keller described the concept in an interview with ], stating, “Part of our job is to be what we call a tribal drum: to have people talk about what they are going through and what we are all going through and how we experience the world."<ref name="amandakeller60">		Keller described the concept in an interview with ], stating, “Part of our job is to be what we call a tribal drum: to have people talk about what they are going through and what we are all going through and how we experience the world."<ref name="amandakeller60">
	{{cite web		{{cite web
	\|url=https://www.nowtolove.com.au/celebrity/celebrity-news/amanda-keller-turns-60-71491/		\|url=https://www.nowtolove.com.au/celebrity/celebrity-news/amanda-keller-turns-60-71491/
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	\|website=Women's Day		\|website=Women's Day
			\|date=23 March 2022
	\|access-date=2024-12-04		\|access-date=2024-12-04
	}}		}}
	</ref>		</ref>


	=== Gets My Goolies ===		=== Gets My Goolies ===
	Listeners are invited to share personal grievances or pet peeves. Participants can submit their "goolies" through the ] app. The hosts present the best "goolies" at the end of the show, and each year, the most compelling submission is awarded a significant prize, such as $20,000 in cash.<ref name="gets-my-goolies">		Listeners are invited to share personal grievances or pet peeves. Participants can submit their "goolies" through the ] app. The hosts present the best "goolies" at the end of the show, and each year, the most compelling submission is awarded a significant prize, such as $20,000 in cash.<ref name="gets-my-goolies">
	{{cite ~~web~~		{{cite news
	\|url=https://www.wsfm.com.au/competition/ja-gets-my-goolies/		\|url=https://www.wsfm.com.au/competition/ja-gets-my-goolies/
	\|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20241023163507/https://www.wsfm.com.au/competition/ja-gets-my-goolies/		\|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20241023163507/https://www.wsfm.com.au/competition/ja-gets-my-goolies/
	\|archive-date=2024-10-23		\|archive-date=2024-10-23
	\|title=Jonesy & Amanda: Gets My Goolies		\|title=Jonesy & Amanda: Gets My Goolies
	\|~~website~~=WSFM		\|newspaper=WSFM 101.7 Sydney
	\|access-date=2024-12-05		\|access-date=2024-12-05
	}}		}}
	</ref>		</ref>


	=== Mystery Footy Tipper ===		=== Mystery Footy Tipper ===
	A weekly segment during the NRL season featuring a guest, often a celebrity or sports figure, who predicts the results of upcoming National Rugby League (NRL) games.		A weekly segment during the NRL season featuring a guest, often a celebrity or sports figure, who predicts the results of upcoming National Rugby League (NRL) games.

	In 2024, the segment gained international attention after Senior Producer Megan Smith mistakenly texted Academy Award-nominated actress ] while attempting to book former rugby league player and sports commentator ].		In 2024, the segment gained international attention after Senior Producer Megan Smith mistakenly texted Academy Award-nominated actress ] while attempting to book former rugby league player and sports commentator ].

	Smith’s initial text was professional, asking "Paul" to appear as the "Mystery Footy Tipper". When the recipient replied, “Also, Megan, it’s not Paul,” Smith assumed Vautin was offended by her use of his first name rather than his nickname, "Fatty."		Smith’s initial text was professional, asking "Paul" to appear as the "Mystery Footy Tipper". When the recipient replied, “Also, Megan, it’s not Paul,” Smith assumed Vautin was offended by her use of his first name rather than his nickname, "Fatty."
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	=== Man of the Match ===		=== Man of the Match ===
	At the end of the show, the favourite call, email, or social media comment of the day wins the ] title, along with a prize.		At the end of the show, the favourite call, email, or social media comment of the day wins the ] title, along with a prize.


	== Special events ==		== Special events ==


	=== World record attempts ===		=== World record attempts ===
	In 2010, ''Jonesy & Amanda'' set a ] for the 'Longest underwater broadcast,' achieved by broadcasting their breakfast show for over three hours underwater at 3.8 meters from inside the Great Barrier Reef Habitat at the ], surrounded by sharks.<ref name="underwater">{{cite web \|url=https://radioinfo.com.au/news/guinness-world-record-holders-jonesy-amanda-swim-sharks/ \|title=Guinness World Record holders Jonesy & Amanda swim with sharks \|website=Radioinfo \|date=2010-10-27 \|access-date=2024-12-03}}</ref> This segment won an Australian Commercial Radio Award for Best Sales Promotion in 2011.<ref name="acras2011" />		In 2010, ''Jonesy & Amanda'' set a ] for the 'Longest underwater broadcast,' achieved by broadcasting their breakfast show for over three hours underwater at 3.8 meters from inside the Great Barrier Reef Habitat at the ], surrounded by sharks.<ref name="underwater">{{cite web \|url=https://radioinfo.com.au/news/guinness-world-record-holders-jonesy-amanda-swim-sharks/ \|title=Guinness World Record holders Jonesy & Amanda swim with sharks \|website=Radioinfo \|date=2010-10-27 \|access-date=2024-12-03}}</ref> This segment won an Australian Commercial Radio Award for Best Sales Promotion in 2011.<ref name="acras2011" />
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	}}		}}
	</ref> This was achieved during the ]. Approximately 3,100 individual pieces of dim sum were cooked by the Let's Do Yum Cha food truck and were served to 764 people.<ref name="largestdimsum" /> This segment won an Australian Commercial Radio Award for Best Sales Promotion in 2019.<ref name="acras2019" />		</ref> This was achieved during the ]. Approximately 3,100 individual pieces of dim sum were cooked by the Let's Do Yum Cha food truck and were served to 764 people.<ref name="largestdimsum" /> This segment won an Australian Commercial Radio Award for Best Sales Promotion in 2019.<ref name="acras2019" />


	=== Other ===		=== Other ===
	On November 23, 2023, ''Jonesy & Amanda'' hosted "An Evening with Jonesy & Amanda" at the ]. This 90-minute live show emulated their radio program's format, featuring signature segments like "Magnificent Seven," "TikTok Tucker," and "Gets My Goolies." The event celebrated their 18-year partnership and included a live performance by ].<ref name="live-theatre-performance">		On November 23, 2023, ''Jonesy & Amanda'' hosted "An Evening with Jonesy & Amanda" at the ]. This 90-minute live show emulated their radio program's format, featuring signature segments like "Magnificent Seven," "TikTok Tucker," and "Gets My Goolies." The event celebrated their 18-year partnership and included a live performance by ].<ref name="live-theatre-performance">
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	\|last=Patterson		\|last=Patterson
	\|website=Radio Today		\|website=Radio Today
			\|date=27 March 2024
	\|access-date=2024-12-04		\|access-date=2024-12-04
	}}		}}
	</ref>		</ref>


	== Ratings and reception ==		== Ratings and reception ==
	The show has consistently achieved strong ratings, often ranking among Sydney's top breakfast programs.		The show has consistently achieved strong ratings, often ranking among Sydney's top breakfast programs.
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	== Team ==		== Team ==


	=== Current ===		=== Current ===
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	\|website=LADbible		\|website=LADbible
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	\|website=Radio Today		\|website=Radio Today
			\|date=14 June 2024
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	\| Jeff Nielsen \|\| Image Producer \|\| 2018		\| Jeff Nielsen \|\| Image Producer \|\| 2018
	\|}		\|}


	=== Former ===		=== Former ===
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	\|title=Jonesy & Amanda get Millie in the morning		\|title=Jonesy & Amanda get Millie in the morning
	\|website=Radioinfo		\|website=Radioinfo
			\|date=4 February 2019
	\|access-date=2024-12-04		\|access-date=2024-12-04
	}}		}}
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	\|website=Radio Today		\|website=Radio Today
			\|date=8 January 2023
	\|access-date=2024-12-04		\|access-date=2024-12-04
	}}		}}
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	\| Jimmy Manning<ref name="radio-giants-jonesy-amanda" /> \|\| Studio Producer \|\| 2017 \|\| 2022		\| Jimmy Manning<ref name="radio-giants-jonesy-amanda" /> \|\| Studio Producer \|\| 2017 \|\| 2022
	\|-		\|-
	\| Laura Bouchet<ref>{{cite web \|url=https://radioinfo.com.au/news/laura-bouchet-takes-be-moonmans-ep/ \|title=Laura Bouchet takes on the role of ~~Moonman’s~~ EP \|website=Radioinfo \|date=2024-12-02 \|access-date=2024-12-03}}</ref> \|\| Executive Producer \|\| 2007 \|\| 2019		\| Laura Bouchet<ref>{{cite web \|url=https://radioinfo.com.au/news/laura-bouchet-takes-be-moonmans-ep/ \|title=Laura Bouchet takes on the role of Moonman's EP \|website=Radioinfo \|date=2024-12-02 \|access-date=2024-12-03}}</ref> \|\| Executive Producer \|\| 2007 \|\| 2019
	\|-		\|-
	\| Ben Latimer<ref name="benlatimerprofile">		\| Ben Latimer<ref name="benlatimerprofile">
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	</ref> \|\| Executive Producer \|\| 2007 \|\| 2012		</ref> \|\| Executive Producer \|\| 2007 \|\| 2012
	\|}		\|}


	==Awards==		==Awards==
	=== Australian Commercial Radio Awards ===		=== Australian Commercial Radio Awards ===
	''Jonesy & Amanda'' have been recognized at the Australian Commercial Radio Awards (ACRAs) with multiple accolades, including winning the Best On-Air Team award five times (2012<ref name="acras2012" />, 2014<ref name="acras2014" />, 2019<ref name="acras2019" />, 2023<ref name="acras2023" />, and 2024<ref name="acras2024" />).		''Jonesy & Amanda'' have been recognized at the Australian Commercial Radio Awards (ACRAs) with multiple accolades, including winning the Best On-Air Team award five times (2012,<ref name="acras2012" /> 2014,<ref name="acras2014" /> 2019,<ref name="acras2019" /> 2023,<ref name="acras2023" /> and 2024<ref name="acras2024" />).

	Amongst the team, Senior Digital Content Producer Jenna Benson has received notable recognition, winning five ACRAs, the most of any individual team member.<ref name="acras2020" /><ref name="acras2022" /><ref name="acras2024" />		Amongst the team, Senior Digital Content Producer Jenna Benson has received notable recognition, winning five ACRAs, the most of any individual team member.<ref name="acras2020" /><ref name="acras2022" /><ref name="acras2024" />
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	==References==		==References==
	{{Reflist\|30em}}		{{Reflist\|30em}}


	==External links==		==External links==
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Radio show

Jonesy & Amanda
Amanda Keller & Brendan Jones in 2012.
Genre	Talk and Music
Running time	Weekdays 6am–9am (Gold 101.7) Weekdays 6pm–7pm (Nationally)
Country of origin	Australia
Language(s)	English
Home station	Gold 101.7
Syndicates	Gold Network
Starring	Brendan Jones Amanda Keller
Produced by	Jacinda Gugliemino (Executive Producer) Joanne Ockwell (Executive Producer) Megan Smith (Senior Producer) Jenna Benson (Senior Digital Content Producer) Monica Reid (Producer) Wayne Fox (Image Producer) Jeff Nielsen (Image Producer)
Original release	17 January 2005 – present
Website	Jonesy & Amanda
Podcast	JAM Nation with Jonesy & Amanda

Jonesy & Amanda is an Australian breakfast radio show hosted by Brendan Jones and Amanda Keller.

The program airs weekdays on Gold 101.7 in Sydney from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM and is also syndicated nationally on the Gold Network in a late drive slot from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM.

Since the show's debut in 2005, Jonesy & Amanda have garnered a loyal audience and received several industry awards, reflecting their prominence in Australian radio.

Jonesy & Amanda have conducted interviews with several Australian Prime Ministers, set a Guinness World Record by broadcasting their show from underwater for over three hours, and even drank each other's blood.

History

Before working at WSFM, Jones and Keller both previously worked at Triple M Sydney, with Jones on the drive shift and Keller on the breakfast shift with Andrew Denton. During a week when Jones filled in for Denton on the breakfast show, he noted strong on-air chemistry with Keller.

In 2003, Jones joined WSFM to host its breakfast program. At the time, the station faced challenges in building an audience, and Jones described this period as one of the most difficult of his career. In 2004, Jones suggested to WSFM's management that hiring Keller would improve the show's performance, reportedly stating, "If we get her, we will go #1 next year, and if we don't, I will leave."

Initially, Keller was hesitant to commit to full-time breakfast radio due to family responsibilities and her work on the ABC TV program Mondo Thingo. However, after Mondo Thingo was not renewed, she accepted the breakfast co-host role at WSFM.

In 2005, Jonesy & Amanda became the top-rated FM breakfast radio show in the seventh ratings survey of the year, achieving an 8.8% share. In the following survey, WSFM was ranked the number one FM station overall, with a 9.5% share.

Regular segments

Magnificent Seven

The show begins with a quiz segment where callers answer a series of seven questions in a relay format. If a caller answers incorrectly, the next caller takes over from the same question. The questions often relate to current events, and the caller who answers the seventh and final question correctly wins a prize.

Instagrand

This trivia-based segment invites callers to answer ten questions correctly to win a cash prize of $1,000. Participants who succeed have the option to risk their winnings on a double or nothing bonus question.

Pub Test

The segment involves discussing a recent event, news story, or social concept, with callers invited to share their opinions on whether it "passes the Pub Test."

TikTok Tucker

Each Thursday, Jonesy and Amanda try out a viral recipe from TikTok, recreating it live on the show. The hosts often provide humorous commentary, with many of the recipes eliciting mixed reactions, sometimes being deemed unappetizing.

Fight for Your Flashback

On Fridays, Jonesy and Amanda receive a theme from management and each selects a classic song that aligns with it. These rarely-played tracks are then pitted against each other, with listeners voting on which song should be played.

Jalmanac

The segment features trivia or interesting facts about a song or band, which the hosts discuss before playing the corresponding song.

The Tribal Drum

This segment invites callers to share personal stories and experiences based on a specific topic introduced by the hosts.

Keller described the concept in an interview with Woman's Day, stating, “Part of our job is to be what we call a tribal drum: to have people talk about what they are going through and what we are all going through and how we experience the world."

Gets My Goolies

Listeners are invited to share personal grievances or pet peeves. Participants can submit their "goolies" through the iHeartRadio app. The hosts present the best "goolies" at the end of the show, and each year, the most compelling submission is awarded a significant prize, such as $20,000 in cash.

Mystery Footy Tipper

A weekly segment during the NRL season featuring a guest, often a celebrity or sports figure, who predicts the results of upcoming National Rugby League (NRL) games.

In 2024, the segment gained international attention after Senior Producer Megan Smith mistakenly texted Academy Award-nominated actress Rachel Griffiths while attempting to book former rugby league player and sports commentator Paul "Fatty" Vautin.

Smith’s initial text was professional, asking "Paul" to appear as the "Mystery Footy Tipper". When the recipient replied, “Also, Megan, it’s not Paul,” Smith assumed Vautin was offended by her use of his first name rather than his nickname, "Fatty."

In response, Smith apologized and addressed the recipient as "Fatty."

Griffiths responded with, “WTF? Your job is to call people fatty?” prompting Smith to realize her mistake. The blunder was shared widely on social media, with clips from Jonesy & Amanda attracting international media attention.

Man of the Match

At the end of the show, the favourite call, email, or social media comment of the day wins the "Man of the Match" title, along with a prize.

Special events

World record attempts

In 2010, Jonesy & Amanda set a Guinness World Record for the 'Longest underwater broadcast,' achieved by broadcasting their breakfast show for over three hours underwater at 3.8 meters from inside the Great Barrier Reef Habitat at the Sydney Aquarium, surrounded by sharks. This segment won an Australian Commercial Radio Award for Best Sales Promotion in 2011.

In 2019, Jonesy & Amanda set a Guinness World Record for the 'Largest dim sum (yum cha) dinner.' This was achieved during the 2019 Sydney Lunar Festival. Approximately 3,100 individual pieces of dim sum were cooked by the Let's Do Yum Cha food truck and were served to 764 people. This segment won an Australian Commercial Radio Award for Best Sales Promotion in 2019.

Other

On November 23, 2023, Jonesy & Amanda hosted "An Evening with Jonesy & Amanda" at the Sydney Coliseum Theatre. This 90-minute live show emulated their radio program's format, featuring signature segments like "Magnificent Seven," "TikTok Tucker," and "Gets My Goolies." The event celebrated their 18-year partnership and included a live performance by Marcia Hines.

In March 2024, as they prepared to move to new headquarters in North Sydney after over 18 years in their studio at Macquarie Park, Jonesy & Amanda organized the "JAM-Tiques Roadshow". This live on-air event auctioned unique memorabilia from their tenure, with all proceeds donated to the Sydney Children’s Hospital.

Ratings and reception

The show has consistently achieved strong ratings, often ranking among Sydney's top breakfast programs.

The highest rating ever recorded for Jonesy & Amanda was in the fourth radio ratings survey of 2014, where the show achieved a rating of 11.5%.

In the seventh radio ratings survey of 2024, Jonesy & Amanda achieved a share of 11.3%, their second highest ratings on record.

Team

Current

Name	Position	Start
Jacinda Gugliemino	Executive Producer	2023
Joanne Ockwell	Executive Producer	2024
Megan Smith	Senior Producer	2023
Jenna Benson	Senior Digital Content Producer	2019
Monica Reid	Producer	2024
Wayne Fox	Image Producer	2017
Jeff Nielsen	Image Producer	2018

Former

Name	Position	Start	End
Emily Waterson	Producer	2023	2024
Ryan Atkins (Gen Y Ry)	Studio Producer	2022	2024
Millie Starling	Executive Producer	2018	2024
Tyran Stig	Senior Producer	2023	2023
Mariam Belle	Content Producer	2022	2023
Kate Meade	Senior Producer	2022	2022
Anna Crotti	Senior Producer	2019	2022
Natasha Fedele	Multimedia and Content Producer	2018	2022
Jimmy Manning	Studio Producer	2017	2022
Laura Bouchet	Executive Producer	2007	2019
Ben Latimer	Executive Producer	2007	2012

Awards

Australian Commercial Radio Awards

Jonesy & Amanda have been recognized at the Australian Commercial Radio Awards (ACRAs) with multiple accolades, including winning the Best On-Air Team award five times (2012, 2014, 2019, 2023, and 2024).

Amongst the team, Senior Digital Content Producer Jenna Benson has received notable recognition, winning five ACRAs, the most of any individual team member.


Year	Nominee / work	Award	Result
2011	Jonesy & Amanda's Underwater Broadcast	Best Sales Promotion	Won
2012	Jonesy & Amanda	Best On-Air Team	Won
2013	Charlie Fox	Best Program Director	Won
2014	Jonesy & Amanda	Best On-Air Team	Won
2014	Laura Viglino	Best Show Producer	Won
2015	Laura Viglino	Best Show Producer	Won
2019	Jeff Nielsen	Best Achievement in Production	Won
2019	Jonesy & Amanda	Best On-Air Team	Won
2019	Jonesy & Amanda's Sydney Lunar Festival World Record Yum Cha	Best Sales Promotion	Won
2020/2021	Jonesy & Amanda's Holiday Book Club	Best Radio Show Podcast	Won
2020/2021	Jenna Benson	Best Newcomer Off-Air	Won
2022	Jonesy & Amanda's Time Travellers Podcast	Best Radio Show Podcast	Won
2022	Mike Byrne	Best Program Director	Won
2023	Jonesy & Amanda	Best On-Air Team	Won
2023	Annette George	Promotions Director of the Year	Won
2024	Jonesy & Amanda	Best On-Air Team	Won
2024	Jenna Benson, Brendan Jones, Amanda Keller	Digital Team of the Year	Won
2024	Jenna Benson	Best Digital Content Creator	Won

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