The nice-guys of Sydney radio Ryan ‘Fitzy’ Fitzgerald and Michael ‘Wippa’ Wipfli on Nova 96.9 are the duo that wake you with a laugh – at their own expense. Their chemistry creates regular moments that make listeners smile, giggle or just plain LOL. No matter what the topic our boys will have their…
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Orlando Bloom has had something to say about his split with pop mega star Katy Perry- and what does it mean for Miranda Kerr? Also, what's it got to do with Tommy's office nickname? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tragically this weekend, Mercury Psillakis lost his life to a shark attack while surfing at Long Reef beach on Sydney's Northern Beaches. His mate and fellow Long Reef surfer, Toby Martin joined us to share his memories of Merc and reveal what happened in the water over the weekend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A gold coin? Maybe a 5 dollar note with inflation? We've got a story about a famous Aussie family who might have twisted the tooth fairy's wing into handing over a little more cash than usual.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Do you hit the snooze button every morning? DONT! Who knew that working in breakfast radio this long and the early starts, might actually be good for our health!
Our Audio Maestro, Snitchy, has gathered all the week’s highs and lows from Kate reminiscing about her lessons at agriculture school, to Wippa boasting he’s mastered the art of radio broadcasting, and Fitzy showing off his singing skills.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kate had a hilarious moment while checking out her daughter Mae’s space diorama, one of the planets was pronounced in a way that made her question if she’s been saying it wrong her entire life! We also finally gave away a year’s worth of groceries. With Taylor Swift’s engagement making headlines worldwide, you can now even buy replicas of her ring. And since it’s Friday, Riddle Time is here to kickstart your weekend!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the lead-up to Father’s Day, we’ve been playing a game of Truth or Dad, seeing how the dads react to some pranks. Today, we decided to switch things up by calling Fitzy’s Dad, finishing off with a heartfelt moment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A recent study examined people’s habits while using the toilet and revealed a concerning increase in the amount of time spent there largely due to smartphones. Health experts are now warning about the potential risks associated with prolonged toilet time!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A couple of tourists are sounding the alarm about this popular American destination after one of them ended up in the hospital!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What should have been the perfect day for a bride and groom quickly descended into chaos when a shocking theft at their wedding ruined the celebrations. Browny’s in to fire up the footy hype as the AFL Finals kick off and the NRL enters its final round with teams scrambling to secure a spot, you can see all this on Kayo Sports. Meanwhile, Wippa tries to get his head around the meaning of "Italian Brainrot"… but still has no clue what it actually is. Fitzy dives into the history of the iconic track Show Me Love by Robin S in Song to Be, and we explore some hilariously clear signs that your parents might just be getting too old.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In a bizarre twist, beloved Aussie children's show Bluey nearly cost a famous sports star a million dollar contract!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
An old interview has resurfaced where Travis Kelce played a game of Kiss, Marry, Kill with three famous pop stars including his now-fiancée, Taylor Swift and let’s just say… his answer might have landed him in a bit of hot water.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Our show boss let slip that he uses a special noise to round up his kids... turns out, Wippa does the exact same thing! Naturally, we had to throw it out to our listeners and ask: what weird sounds or tricks do you use to wrangle the kids?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wippa’s come up with a self-proclaimed genius plan to tackle the pothole chaos that’s taken over Sydney thanks to the miserable weather and he’s already on the phone with the NSW Premier to get it rolling! Things get flirty as we dive into how women say your name when they’re flirting, break down the lyrics of Sabrina Carpenter’s latest track Tears to see if they hold up, and chat about which chores men should do to win over their partners. Meanwhile, Fitzy hits a milestone, taking his oldest son for his very first driving lesson. Plus, we’ve got fresh James Bond rumours, Kate’s debut on Brand Man, and we continue our deep dive into whether Broken Heart Syndrome is actually real. It’s a jam-packed show today!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wippa came across a study revealing that learning to play an instrument can enhance your cognitive ability and boost brain function for life! But somehow, the conversation took a turn and we ended up deep in a debate over misheard lyrics, and one of the hottest tracks out right now leaving someone on the team completely baffled…See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nowhere is safe! All this punter wanted was a cold pint, but instead he got served mostly foam and that’s enough to wind anyone up!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
New research suggests that the way your name sounds, specifically how smooth or pleasant it is to say, can actually influence your chances of getting a job!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In a truly bizarre moment at the U.S. Open, tennis star Karolina Muchova was brought to tears after spotting her ex-boyfriend in the crowd. That got us thinking about those awkward, unexpected times your ex reappears so we opened the lines and heard some wild stories. Meanwhile, Fitzy discovered that a Maccas Hotel actually exists and had a lot of questions. We also debated whether certain gestures for your partner are romantic or just plain pathetic. And as for Wippa he’s convinced he's a radio expert and put it to the test… but let’s just say his A.I. girlfriend didn’t exactly back him up.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson has a new film on the way, The Smashing Machine, a major shift from his usual roles. He's aiming to break the mould with this more serious project, even undergoing a physical transformation for the part.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A prank has seriously backfired for rising NRL star Reece Walsh, who filmed himself drinking toilet water as part of a so-called 'recovery' routine. The stunt hasn't been well received.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
There are ongoing trials aiming to determine whether Broken Heart Syndrome is a real condition. Fitzy shares some well-known cases, and we even hear from a caller who has experienced it firsthand.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
There are plenty of places you'd never want to give birth but somewhere near the top of that list has to be the Burning Man festival. One woman ended up doing just that… without even knowing she was pregnant! Meanwhile, going viral for being a terrible human is never ideal, but the man who stole a hat from a child at the U.S. Open has finally been named and shamed. Wippa's fishing for a little credit after helping out on his kid's diorama project, while Kate’s curious to know who on the team has ever been suspended. And Fitzy? He’s bringing in some truly outrageous headlines that somehow actually made it to print!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fitzy just had his first experience selling his car online and he was left stunned by the bizarre mix of characters he encountered along the way.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A new fitness trend is sweeping across Australia, but health experts warn it could do more harm than good, potentially putting your health at risk instead of delivering the promised gains.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A sizzling new romance is making waves in Hollywood, and both stars have faced their share of headline-making controversy in recent times...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In a week where Kate firmly rejected the title of "Dance Mum," Fitzy unveiled a DIY Alzheimer’s test, one he might need himself after the absolute clanger he dropped trying to explain it. Meanwhile, Wippa got busted mid-prank call. All that, plus our best (and plenty of worst) moments from the week!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kate spilled some serious tea about a celebrity who once came on the show and even brought their own lighting guy, complete with a ring light, to make sure they looked flawless. Meanwhile, Wippa wanted to file a formal protest after feeling a little left out, and we couldn’t stop laughing at the trouble Alex Warren had trying to pronounce the name of the show!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fitzy was on the hunt for the ultimate plane hack as a tall man, flying can be a tight squeeze. So when he stumbled across a travel tip from an experienced flight attendant, he thought he'd struck gold… but it turned out to be a huge disappoinment. Meanwhile, Colin Fassnidge drops by ahead of the new season of My Kitchen Rules, and Wippa ropes him into a chaotic round of Riddle Time. Wippa also claims to have found the most Aussie story of the year, and Kate’s been doing some serious sleuthing on who hasn’t liked Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s engagement post and yes, we want all the tea!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It took some digging, but we finally tracked down the celebrity behind the previously owned couch listed on Facebook Marketplace and we had to uncover the truth behind the couch!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We were shocked to learn that it's surprisingly common for people to stay in touch with a backup partner even while married and in some cases, it's not just one, but an entire roster!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sabrina Carpenter drops her hot new track Tears today and we got the reason why her lyrics can get so naughty!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
One of the original members of The Black Eyed Peas has finally revealed why she left the band just before their global breakout and it turns out, things weren’t as they seemed. In more music news, Will Smith is under fire as his latest promotional campaign is being accused of using AI. And just when you thought no engagement news could top Taylor Swift’s massive announcement yesterday, Prince, Michael Jackson’s son is engaged and has dropped the "Jackson" name altogether! Plus, Jimmy Rees drops by the studio ahead of his national tour and gets roped into a chaotic round of Brand Man. And footy fans, we’ve got Eloise Sohier in to hype up a blockbuster weekend of action, all streaming live on Kayo Sports!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In today’s era of self-diagnosis, Wippa’s jumping on the bandwagon too, after watching a TikTok about ADHD he couldn’t help but relate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fitzy uncovered an interview where a member of one of Australia’s greatest bands finally reveals the truth behind their name and the origin will seriously shock you!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This well-known U.S. TV host has been off the air for two years, yet ex-staff are still revealing troubling allegations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We are blown away, Wippa has found out about an insane cosmetic procefure being done overseas We were absolutely blown away Wippa uncovered a wild cosmetic procedure gaining traction overseas, with people dropping serious cash to get it done. Naturally, we threw it out to the listeners to see if they'd had anything done, and they did not disappoint. The stories were next-level. Nedd Brockmann hobbled into the studio on crutches to give us an update on his recovery from a broken foot and shared some solid tips for anyone tackling the Sydney Marathon. Fitzy brought in a DIY test for early signs of Alzheimer’s, we got the latest on Harry Styles’s love life after a bombshell from his ex, and Burning Man is in total chaos as a weather disaster left the festival in ruins!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In a major win for teachers everywhere, one educator has successfully appealed her unfair dismissal, over the most trivial reason and has been awarded $60,000 in compensation!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We’ve all been there... caught in a wave of emotion, firing off a message about the person, and accidentally sending it to them! We’re opening up the lines to hear your stories, and oof... get ready for some serious secondhand cringe.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have announced they are ENGAGED! We have all the details for you, including WHERE they will get married and details on her beautiful engagement ring! ❤️See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We finally uncover the long-standing mystery behind those brushes on escalators and believe it or not, they’re not there to clean your shoes! Camilla Freeman-Topper and Marc Freeman join us to discuss their powerful campaign, Ovaries. Talk About Them, aimed at raising awareness about ovarian cancer and the urgent need for better screening methods. Fitzy dives into the fascinating origin story of Daft Punk’s hit Get Lucky, we put your relationship gestures to the test in a game of Romantic or Pathetic, and we debunk some age-old myths!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A new cosmetic eye surgery is rapidly gaining popularity, prompting doctors to caution their patients against considering the procedure.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.