ARN has announced that Pete Deppeler will join The Christian O’Connell Show, Australia’s first national commercial breakfast radio program on ARN’s GOLD Network across Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide.
Known and loved by Australian audiences as “Intern Pete”, Deppeler joins the show after more than a decade as a key part of KIIS Breakfast. He has built a loyal following for his quick wit, relatable humour and unmistakable on-air style, and is best known for his high-energy, unpredictable segments that have made him a distinctive figure in breakfast radio.
Across his career, Deppeler has been a familiar presence on major red carpets and press junkets, interviewing some of the world’s biggest names including Will Smith, Angelina Jolie and Dolly Parton, as well as members of the Royal Family. Other highlights include high-adrenaline segments such as skydiving and swimming with sharks.
Christian O’Connell said: “Pete is one of the most genuinely loved voices in Australian breakfast radio, and he’s chosen this as his next chapter. He’s an extraordinary talent who’s ready to evolve, and I couldn’t be prouder that he’s chosen the Bright Side of the Dial to do it on.”
Deppeler will join Christian’s team in an on-air role as roving reporter and senior producer, at a pivotal time for The Christian O’Connell Show as it continues its national growth and builds audience momentum in 2026.
“I’ve admired Christian’s work for years, going right back to his broadcasting days in the UK,” Peter Deppeler said. “I couldn’t be more thrilled to join this incredible show with Christian and the team right across Australia. I love radio and everything this medium offers. I want to thank ARN, the incredibly talented KIIS team and everyone who’s supported me over the years. And now – onto GOLD. Let’s go!”
Deppeler’s final day on KIIS Breakfast will be on Friday May 22, before making his on-air debut with The Christian O’Connell Show on Monday May 25.
You can listen to The Christian O’Connell Show from 6-9am weekdays on GOLD101.7 in Sydney, GOLD104.3 in Melbourne, GOLD DAB+ in Perth, Adelaide and Brisbane and via the free iHeart app.