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Radio Risk: Jonesy Bet Job for Amanda Keller Partnership
28 Nov, 2025
Summary
- Jonesy risked his job to bring Amanda Keller to the show.
- The duo reached number one in Sydney within nine months.
- They will move to drive time in 2026 after 20 years.
In 2004, facing poor ratings, Brendan 'Jonesy' Jones took a significant career risk by guaranteeing WSFM (now Gold FM) that Amanda Keller would propel their breakfast show to number one. Jonesy even wagered his own job, risking his signed three-year contract if they didn't achieve top ratings within a year.
His bold move proved successful, as the dynamic duo secured the coveted number one position in the Sydney breakfast charts within nine months. This achievement marked the beginning of a highly successful two-decade radio partnership that continues to resonate with listeners.
Now, after 20 years of waking up with their audience, Jonesy and Amanda are transitioning to the Gold 101.7 drive slot in 2026. While some listeners view this as a demotion, many are excited to follow the pair to their new time, expressing loyalty regardless of the broadcast slot.
