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14 Facts About Tony Moclair

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Tony Moclair has built a successful and diverse career in radio, hosting programs across various Australian stations.

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In late 2008, Tony Moclair stepped in as a guest co-host of The Shebang radio program, filling in for Marty Sheargold.

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Rather than appearing as himself, Tony Moclair brought humor to the program through a range of recurring characters, including Tom Cruise, Colin the Taxi Driver, and Clem, the show's oldest listener.

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Tony Moclair wrote sketches for the show, showcasing his creative flair.

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In 2011, Tony Moclair joined 3AW's The Weekend Break, replacing Sam Pang on the segment "The Sunday Roast" alongside John Origlasso.

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Tony Moclair became a regular contributor to Denis Walter's Afternoon program and occasionally filled in as host for both the weekday and weekend editions of Melbourne Overnight.

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Tony Moclair was joined by Bianca Johnston, his former producer and panel operator.

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In September 2023,3AW revealed that Tony Moclair would succeed Dee Dee Dunleavy as host of Afternoons.

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Interim hosts Jacqueline Felgate and Jimmy Bartel filled the role until Tony Moclair began hosting on October 30,2023.

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Tony Moclair drew inspiration for Guido's surname from Chris Hatzis, a fellow broadcaster, actor, and producer of Crud.

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Tony Moclair has contributed as a writer for Shaun Micallef's Newstopia on SBS and currently writes for Mad As Hell and Spicks and Specks, both on ABC.

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Tony Moclair is a regular contributor to military magazines and writes a monthly feature for Australian Aviation Magazine.

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Tony Moclair has appeared on ABC's The Einstein Factor as a member of the Brains Trust and was a contestant on Channel 10's Joker Poker.

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Tony Moclair graduated from Monash University in 1991 with a Bachelor of Arts, majoring in history and English literature.