Jono & Ben - The Podcast

On today’s show: Jono and Ben break the bad news to Megan Who we’d eat first if we were trapped in the car park Dear Megan: I’m in my late 30s, love my independence… but will I regret not having kids Megan’s reaction to the big Liam Lawson prank reveal The strange reason Ben’s started mumbling to himself Instagram: @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s show: The curious case of the G-string in Jono’s pocket Ben's $10 hack that could save your marriage We pranked Megan... and it involves Liam Lawson Behind the scenes of reality TV: “The producers totally manipulated it” Discontinued items we seriously miss That time the babysitter got tied up for hours!!! Instagram: @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s show: How Ben ordered his Uber Eats to another restaurant… The obnoxious greeting Jono had this morning When Megan’s babysitting took a fiery turn… What was stroking Megan's face at night… and it wasn't alive! How a listener ended up on Police Ten 7! Instagram: @THEHITSBREAKFAST Facebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Missed the Jono, Ben & Megan this week? We’ve got you.Catch the best bits from the week, all wrapped up in one bite-sized piece.Megan gets emotional over our birthday gift, Jono realises mid-interview that he researched the wrong guest, and Ben gets lost in the lyrical labyrinth of Billy Joel's Piano Man . Plus, more standout moments from the week!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s show: We're launching our campaign to get Jono crowned in the NZ Herald's Best Baldie poll... but will he actually take the win? Megan’s toddler put herself to bed by doing the same thing nonstop—for 40 straight minutes! And why does Ben have a book all about someone called Denis the Birthday? Who even is Denis? Instagram: @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re live from New York with our entertainment reporter Nicole. She spills on what Hulk Hogan once called her, why Ed Sheeran tops her list of favorites, and what it’s like walking through the Devil Wears Prada 2 set every day, plus the A-listers she’s spotted along the waySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We sit down with Guy Sebastian to talk about everything from tsunami alarms going off mid-show to cringey old lyrics and the awkward moment he got caught in an uncomfortable photo dilemma between Megan and her husband.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s show: How Ben got the QUICKEST delivery ever! Jono meets his first philosopher... What do they actually do for work?? Ben's niece has started calling his mum "DUMB-MA" so we chat about nicknames that stuck We chat about what confused you when you came to New Zealand sayings like "pop on over", "doors open", and "bring a plate" Megan asks her husband to record what he loves about her... he then brought up her shopping addiction Instagram: @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s show: Megan accidentally killed the sexy vibes by getting something on the bed... We deeply analyse Billy Joel's Piano Man Why Megan had a cry over building Lego! These comments parents are leaving about netball are crazy Producer Troy review got 5 million views! Why Gen Z are HATING Linkedin Instagram: @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s show: Are couples putting their hands in each other’s back pockets sweet or just a bit strange? Ben has a heartfelt realisation that his daughter is growing up. When playing with the kids goes wrong… “I went off the hill!” Producer Grace throws sass at TV legend John Campbell. Dear Megan: A kid kept kicking my seat on a flight, so I told them off when the parent didn’t. Was I in the wrong? Why is President Obama so strongly against tomato sauce? Instagram: @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s show: Ben and Megan are seriously beefing and it’s all because of spoilers! For once, Ben was the one who fell asleep How Jono interviewed a dead person! What’s your best Liam Lawson story? We’re upgrading job titles — “Receptionist” is now Guest Experience Coordinator! It’s time to confront our CEO… about his alleged scam. Instagram: @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s show: Why Ben didn't want to be part of Megan’s birthday present... How Megan’s toddler ended up fake-tanning her back! Money-saving hacks you’ll actually want to try Realising our kids will never know the joy of slamming down a phone The obnoxious thing Jono got caught doing at 5 a.m. Instagram: @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s show: Please note this episode has some graphic stories. If you’re squeamish or eating, you might want to skip ahead. Listener discretion advised. Jono has magic shoes! The website that saved Ben's marriage When you thought you got scammed... Why Megan's son has turned bogan Instagram: @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s show: Is taking a photo through a car door technically meeting someone? Why Megan is calling our boss Big Boy Night show host Brin is the only kiwi to ask Ed Sheeran a question! We chat to someone who worked with Ozzy Osbourne How a listener ended up in hospital after waving at Ed Sheeran... Instagram: @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s show: How Jono Made a Kid Cry in a Queue Epic Haircut Fails – One of Us Lost Our Eyebrows! A Listener Accidentally Fed Meat to a Vegetarian Kid – and They Loved It Megan knows how to win any argument Instagram: @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

FULL SHOW: On today’s show: This episode starts with a graphic story. If you’re squeamish or eating, you might want to skip ahead. Listener discretion advised. Megan's daughter saw her first naked lady! Do our parents who aren’t on social media even know about the Coldplay couple? What's a napacino? How ben got caught wagging for the cricket Instagram: @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s show: Jono is currently at war with his printer After the Coldplay concert cheating discovery, we ask about the funny ways you caught someone cheating Ben’s wife Amanda is a teacher, and it makes holidays difficult as she’s constantly pointing out spelling mistakes Megan has been making her own butter (and the boys absolutely pay her out) Instagram: @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Jono, Ben & Megan for an intimate and powerful conversation with entertainment journalist Jonathan "J-Mo" Moran as he opens up about his deeply personal new book exploring mental health, trauma, and the man behind the sparkly, vibrant persona. He also shares the rudest celebrity he ever met!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s show: Ben ended up making his Uber driver very happy due to an extended trip Megan has a clever hack for when people ask the time, and you can’t read an analogue watch… We chat with Nicole from NYC on Diddy's mindset after getting off on the big charges. What did you hate as a kid but love now? Instagram: @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An Auckland father and son nailed back-to-back hole-in-ones—yes, on consecutive shots. We spoke to the dad about the once-in-a-lifetime moment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s show: Ben turns detective and tries to guess how his wife knows random people — it's become a full-on game. Is Megan the only one who does this weird habit while watching TV? Our entertainment reporter gives us the inside scoop on what really went down during the infamous "poop cruise." We put the best excuses to the test — what's the ultimate way to get out of something? Ben goes all in and tests Megan’s heated eyelash curler live on air (what could go wrong?). Instagram: @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s show: Jono bought a knockoff jacket for his son, but the cheap purchase has backfired... We found out Megan had a HUGE weekend, including cage dancing Megan has entered her "complaints" era and wrote a letter to the council over a traffic fine Instagram: @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s show: Jono has a new "health hack" but is it really good for him? Ben bought a knock off Go Pro and it broke faster than anyone expected. Jono can't show his face in a store after a mortifying experience - we find out where you can't return to. Instagram: @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s show: Ben gets called out at the Dracula's cabaret show in Auckland Megan thought someone was in the house! But nope—it was just her daughter running around the house after turning off the baby monitor When Ben’s wife was pregnant, he was banging on a hotel door for her… Turns out, it was the right room - but the wrong hotel What would impress us that you own multiple of? A listener owns 400 cacti, a husband has 5 grey t-shirts, and someone has 74 vintage Nike shoes! Instagram: @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we dive into the lavish, sweltering and wicked. First up: Jeff Bezos makes headlines with his $500 million yacht party ahead of his wedding in Venice. Meanwhile, Florida is turning up the heat - literally. A brutal heatwave has temperatures soaring to a record-breaking 103 103°F. Wicked fans rejoice! Cynthia Erivo is dropping new details about the upcoming movie, and it’s pure magic.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s show: Ben brings in his favorite game, Yahtzee, and we ask: what’s the oldest game or activity you still play? Ben catches his daughter on his new security camera face planting Is Ben's daughter more famous than him? Megan had a quick nap in her car before work — and her own snoring woke her up! We chat about the earliest and latest times people eat dinner, after Ben starts doing 5 PM dinners like Megan Instagram: @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s show: Megan got a targeted ad promoting mahjong for seniors with bad eyesight Megan discovers a new ick after filming a video with Ben in his inflatable costumes... What's your superpower? Matilda from the Drive show can quickly work out how many letters are in a word Gen Z producer Grace is wound up... about millennials and their coffee Megan’s hubby went full SAVAGE on her and her F1 obsession Instagram: @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s show: Megan's son asks the age old question... where do babies come from? We revisit big travel insurance claims. Listener Sharon received $1 million after her husband fell ill overseas! We ask: What white lies did your parents tell you? Dear Megan: Help I have to pick between a funeral or a wedding? Megan bought a belt for the first time Instagram: @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Megan the Rogue is on the run, leaving a trail of cryptic clues behind. Can you solve the mystery before the show wraps? Ben has jumped on the moustache trend... Megan has a few things to say about this Megan's risky move - leaving her car unlocked while she was away Ben's proud dad moment after picking out Sienna's outfit Megan's going grey and Ben's got bad eyesight - does this make them old? The best ways to defog your windscreen in winter Instagram: @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We catch up with Kiwi actor Julian Dennison for a fun and revealing conversation about his surprising new nickname, why he thinks his brother might one day become Prime Minister, and what it was like working with the legendary puppeteers behind the pre-CGI dragons. He also shares how he got into DJing while filming his latest movie, and answers the big question—will he finally hang out with Jono and Ben? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this Matariki special, we chat with Stacey Morrison about what Matariki’s all about – the meaning behind the stars, why it matters, and how we can honour it. Mānawatia a Matariki See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s show: Megan the Rogue is on the run, leaving a trail of cryptic clues behind. Can you solve the mystery before the show wraps? Instagram: @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jono, Ben & Megan have been trying to trick each other all week, so Julia Hartley Moore (private investigator, author and producer) joined us with FASCINATING tips on how to spot a liarSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s show: Our rogue has been revealed - which member of the show has been lying to us all week, and how they can win you money. It turns out Megan has a serious feline allergy - but that didn't stop one of the boys waving a cat at her. Ben's daughter Sienna called him with an URGENT issue - turns out urgent is a little different when you're 15. Instagram: @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s show: The strangest things you've seen people do in public – including Jono cutting his toenails by a public pool! We each call on our alibis to uncover who the real rogue is... One caller reckons he’s cracked it – he knows who the rogue is! Dear Megan... My wife lied about vaping – what should I do? Plus, we catch up with the hilarious comedian James Roque! Instagram: @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We talk about your “parent tax”. When do you use the parent card to tax something off your kids? We took a young fan to visit the Warriors but we’re not sure if the kid, Ben or Megan was the most excited. Jono’s friend has him saved under an offensive name in his phone. One of us is lying as we prepare to reveal our ‘Rogue’, and we ask for stories on the fun lies you’ve been caught up in. Instagram: @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We get stumped by the NZ Herald quiz while out on the road. Rowena Duncan joins us to chat field days Sonny Bill Williams Joins the show ahead of his boxing match against Paul Gallen What have you left in a uber - Megan gives us her list. The biggest mess an animal has left around the house or in your home - We take calls on this. Instagram: @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s show: Megan has an awkward encounter at the airport We chat to Jemma from Ambury Farm about what attire we'll need for Cash Cow tomorrow Megan get's changed on the toilet... is she the only one? We ask: what do you reuse that maybe you shouldn’t? Can cows dance? We talk to a cow expert to find out! Instagram: @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s show: Is Ben going to retire the iconic Bart Simpson bag? Why Megan got hardcore judged by other mothers... Real life manifesting stories that worked! Ben's daughter brings up his past trauma... The best hack to get rid of a migraine Why Megan has a d*ck cup! Instagram: @THEHITSBREAKFAST Facebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s show: Swearing, going off air, drinking during shows... we reveal our secret radio fumbles! How Megan ended up flashing a ferry full of people! Ben got asked to speak at his old school but not for something inspirational... Dear Megan: My husband’s angry with me for being besties with his ex-wife! Megan gives advice. Megan is back, but why is she so secretive about where she’s been? We chat to Jemma, our Bingo winner! A listener just realised he can’t imagine because of us Ben gets confronted by his past! Instagram: @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s show: Ben mistakenly thinks someone’s a bouncer – and now he’ll never hear the end of it... I lost my keys at the top of Mt Hutt – we chat about the worst places you’ve ever lost yours! We seek some life wisdom from our wiser, elder friends. Why isn’t Megan here?! We go on a mission to track her down! Jono spills the tea to a random stranger... you won’t believe what happens! We’re still in shock that some people actually can’t do this… Instagram: @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s show: Matty Mclean joins us for the podcast intro! PJ forgot something after a night out, but will Matty deliver them? "Her hot mess has become my hot mess" Megan’s missing after a big night — so we track her down to find out what really happened. Who looks the youngest? We let the retirement village be the judge. Why was Jono spotted at the liquor store at 9am?! Ben's honest review of "dog socks" Producer Grace takes on the wild challenge of sleeping for 72 hours straight. And Ben has an autocorrect fail that’s too good not to share. Instagram: @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, we get into the latest headlines around Taylor Swift — from some surprising personal rumours doing the rounds to what Scooter Braun’s been saying now. We also break down how Taylor’s taken full control of her music and what that means for the rest of the industry. Then there’s the Diddy case — new updates, big questions, and will there be a presidential pardon....See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s show: Jono has forgotten his age... Time to take him to a retirement village. Will the Prime Minister come to our awards tonight? Someone's mispronouncing the word chic! Sounds that the kids would not know We reflect on our Hits conference and why someone can never present again! What's winding up Gen Z - Megan gets confronted about and uber trip! Instagram: @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

FULL SHOW: On today’s show: We get surprised by the new host of The Chase NZ, Paul Henry! The craziest animal you had as a pet! Jono finally got to peel a fridge... Why is Megan using her boobs as a camera? Dear Megan my dad left all his money to my youngest sibling... Instagram: @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s show: Why Ben had to sit outside to watch the Warriors Jono’s now a godparent... and has no clue what that actually means Megan said the cheugiest thing in front of a young retail employee! What's the best parenting advice you've ever received? Ben is live from the supermarket to see our Dilmah tea... but how awkward can we make him feel? Why Jono got invited to go dress shopping with the girls Do you remember these sounds from your childhood? Instagram: @thehitsbreakfastFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s show: Producer Grace stitches up Jono on the way to work this morning Megan has never bought a staple wardrobe item?! Ben reveals he might be the only one doing this unique thing in his emails Megan made a fool of herself in a shop yesterday so we called the store back We play a game of Guess The Celebrity cough Instagram: @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we sit down with Ryan Tedder—Grammy-winning songwriter, producer, and frontman of OneRepublic—to chat music, inspiration, and why he fell so deeply in love with New Zealand that he got a tattoo to prove it. Ryan opens up about the songs he’s given away—some of the biggest hits in pop music—and whether he ever regrets letting them go. He also shares behind-the-scenes stories from working with megastars like Beyoncé, Taylor Swift, Florence + The Machine, and the Jonas Brothers. Plus: what really happens at a songwriting camp?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s show: Jono decided to follow in Lordes footstep and hold an event at the YMCA... at 6am Producer Grace's first person recount of the Lorde surprise pop up! A listener who invited Jonthan Bailey to stay at her house! Jono's pranky history comes back to bite him... What crucial item did you leave behind? Can Megan wear this dress to a wedding? (Vote on Facebook) Instagram: @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s show: Producer Ellie keeps haemorrhoid suppositories in her fridge—and she’s not the only one with an unusual fridge find. Is it ever okay to be on speaker in public?We weigh in after a particularly loud FaceTime call at a restaurant... Why Ben and Megan’s husband should move in together Jono witnesses major tech drama during a workout video Is the Pentagon secretly funding Hollywood films?Jono thinks so—but Megan’s got the facts (and the Google receipts). What's winding up Gen Z? Instagram: @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s show: What did Megan’s son say when he saw her fresh out of the shower? We chat to singer-songwriter Myles Smith – plus, hear about the accident Ben had just moments before the interview! Jono has a bizarre run-in with a pizza shop worker, and Gen Z producer Grace goes head-to-head with his classic boomer takes. Can you just grab a paper bag from behind the counter? And what would you do if someone got changed right in front of you? We cover it all in Retail Therapy. Dear Megan: Should I tell management something serious about a colleague who’s also up for a promotion – or is that just snakey behaviour? Megan calls out Jono for spreading fake facts about designer bags. Instagram: @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.