 Sandilands later apologised for the remarks; but this did not pacify protesters, who on 23 September called for Sandilands to be sacked, likening the situation to the sacking of Israel Folau earlier that year.The Kyle and Jackie O Show returned to air on 30 September 2019 following a week off air.On various occasions, including in the "Enough Rope" interview, Sandilands has spoken to the media of his difficult childhood.