Simon Says - Simon Owens with Denis Walter - Mon 30 Mar, 2026
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In this lively episode of *Nights with Denis Walter*, host Denis Walter welcomes guest Simon Owens for a fun and interactive segment centered around pop culture duos. The premise is simple: listeners call in with one half of a famous duo, and Denis and Simon attempt to guess the other half. The conversation sparkles with nostalgia, humor, and surprising trivia, ranging from musical pairs like Simon and Garfunkel and Air Supply to film and TV duos like Warren Beatty and Julie Christie in *Shampoo*, and even fictional ones like Batman and Robin. The hosts are delightfully stumped at times, leading to laughter and audience engagement. The segment also includes personal anecdotes, such as Denis’s sister being mentioned in Denise Scott’s comedy show, and stories from callers about camping trips and radio lunch events. The episode concludes with a rapid-fire round of additional duos, showcasing the depth of pop culture knowledge across generations.
Engage audiences with interactive, nostalgic themes like 'duos' to spark real-time participation.
Personal stories and behind-the-scenes moments (e.g., Denis’s sister being referenced in a comedy show) add emotional resonance and authenticity.
Preparation is key—Simon Owens brings 99 pre-researched duo examples to keep the segment flowing.
Blend humor with genuine curiosity: the hosts’ playful stumbles make the segment feel human and relatable.
Use caller stories and trivia to deepen connection—e.g., the 'Dick and Dora' mystery and the 'Kelly’s Hut' camping tale.
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Opening Banter and Duo Game Concept
“Simon says, put your hands on your hips, let your backbone slip. Simon says... Ah, Simon Owens, good evening.”
Audience Participation Begins: From Simon & Garfunkel to Hall & Oats
The duo game kicks off with callers suggesting pairs like Simon and Garfunkel, Hall and Oats, and Air Supply. Denis and Simon engage in playful banter, revealing their knowledge and occasional stumbles.
Pop Culture Deep Dives and Personal Anecdotes
“My sister got a shout-out in the show as well. That is good and thank you to Denise who we'll catch up with on Friday evening at the Children's Hospital, The Good Friday Appeal.”
Rapid-Fire Duo Round and Listener Favorites
A fast-paced round features iconic duos like Karen and Richard Carpenter, Wham!, and the Everly Brothers. The hosts show off their pop culture knowledge while keeping the energy high.
Closing Segment and Listener Stories
“Every year we bump into each other, turn out a good mate, brings me up every now and again. Really nice down-to-earth boat.”
“Simon says, put your hands on your hips, let your backbone slip. Simon says... Ah, Simon Owens, good evening.”
“My sister got a shout-out in the show as well. That is good and thank you to Denise who we'll catch up with on Friday evening at the Children's Hospital, The Good Friday Appeal.”
“I saw it happen. Philip actually taking, we went, he was on the panel at a... Yerala telethon. The telethon. And he got up and took the chair with him when he went to the toilet so that nobody could take his place.”
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Denis Walter
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Simon Owens
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Rob
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Dave Stewart
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Denise Scott
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Simon and Garfunkel
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Steve
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Warren Beatty
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Barbara Streisand
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Jim
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