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Bulging disc couldn't stop Neil

Posted by: 3AW Radio | 26 July, 2010 - 10:03 AM

PLAYING NOW: You can't keep him down. Neil Mitchell suffered another back spasm just before he was due to go to air this morning. Here he is in his lounge room, pumped full of Valium and speaking to Melbourne. The muscle relaxants kicked in just in the nick of time as it was looking as though he wasn't going to make it to air this morning. Full points to him. He opened this morning's program, slurring a little, with his thoughts on the Leaders Debate and Masterchef

'Don't tell the doctor'

Neil behind the scenes VIDEO: Here is a little behind-the-scenes video from Neil's living room. Thanks to all who wished him well on 3AW.com.au today.

Blog comments Your Say

  • Matt... Heaps of people all ages all weights, those who exercise...those who dont,
    have back problems at some time in their lives.

    Backs can be fixed..I'm not so sure about ignorance though....

    Well done Neil. Hope you sort your back out soon!

    Caz Tuesday 3 August, 2010 - 9:01 PM
  • Neil, take a dose of oxycontin and you will be back on Monday fighting fit.

    Graham Friday 30 July, 2010 - 10:44 AM
  • Neil so good of you to keep your listeners informed mate even whil'st writhing in pain ,,, This is just testament to your dedication to your career and the person you are, Your a mans man in my opinion Neil and although i am away a majority of the time nowadays i enjoy hearing you on the net and i hope you have many years of broadcasting in you yet....
    Get well soon and please keep up the good work, Thank you..

    Deano Thursday 29 July, 2010 - 11:50 AM
  • Hi Can sympathize with Neil My daughter age 23 is a new mum to a beautiful baby boy 9 weeks old. Same as Neil she is hospital at the moment since Sunday with a bulging disc.I'm looking after the baby for her.I can understand Neils pain watching my daughter scream in agony and having to get the ambulance to her. She is still in there today. So Natasha get well and hope Neil does too. Best Wishes from an avid listener to 3 aw From Lisa Parisi burder

    lisa Thursday 29 July, 2010 - 6:38 AM
  • You are a very brave and a very genuine man Neil.
    Wishing you all the best for a speedy and complete recovery.
    Jen

    jennifer Wednesday 28 July, 2010 - 11:59 PM
  • That video looks like Mitchell is playing with himself.

    Karma I rekon

    richard Wednesday 28 July, 2010 - 6:18 PM

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