JOY Breakfast with The Murphys

Wake up with JOY Breakfast – the feel-good way to start your day. Join Mietta, Jason & Dr Cat as they unpack the stories everyone's talking about (and a few you didn't know you needed), from pop culture moments and internet buzz to politics, health and queer life. Each episode blends big headlines with sharp opinions, expert insights from Dr Cat, and plenty of laughs along the way. New episodes every Tuesday 7-9am This week's topics: Lil’ Kim, Lady Marmalade, useless ‘skills', Jason needs shopping addiction support, Delta robbed at Eurovision, Gucci runway takes over Times Square, a swimmer mistakenly joins Sydney’s Fashion Week, Dr Cat is a conference MC and pilates instructor in one (if you need), it's time to ban thongs, eating 20 apples at the state border, the Sydney Swans move annual Pride Game away from the Saints, trans athletes forced to share first-place podium, you won't have to wait for the next season of Bridgerton, Mietta defends new season of Euphoria, The Roast of Kevin Hart, Pete Davidson's baby-mother claims he isn't father of the year, Cosmopolitan called out by Patrick Brammall's wife over claim his character was “useless”, Adam Driver responds to Lena Dunham's book, and Kim Kardashian is done chasing her law dream? 19/05/2026 Instagram: @joy949 @joybreakfast @miettahj_ @themelbourneurbanite (Jason) @nyuroscientist (Cat) The post Tuesday Breakfast – Episode 23 – with Mietta, Jason & Dr Cat appeared first on JOY Breakfast.

Joel and Mama Mish sit down with Melbourne drag artist Leasa Mann for a sparkling conversation about life in drag, performance, and building community on and off stage. Leasa opens up about her creative journey, the evolution of Melbourne's drag scene, and what inspires her performances. She also shares the excitement around the upcoming MEDEA Awards, chatting about what they mean for local artists and why celebrating queer excellence matters more than ever. It's a vibrant, funny, and heartfelt chat full of glam, grit, and glitter. ✨ The post Thursday Breakfast: Leasa Mann Interview appeared first on JOY Breakfast.

Wake up and roll into your Thursday with Joel & Mama Mish, along with sassy Liam for JOY Breakfast – a funny, cheeky, and delightfully unpredictable morning show that mixes news, nostalgia, and nonsense with a lot of laughs. The team dove headfirst into queer culture, community, and chaos with an inspiring chat with Melbourne drag icon Leasa Mann about the MEDEAs – celebrating the heart, glamour, and glorious emotional instability of Melbourne's drag and nightlife scene. Closest to the Pin was back again – did JOEL lose again?  The good vibes kept flowing in RESET with uplifting stories from around the globe + Joel celebrated his 1 year on Breakky Radio. The show tackled some important conversations with Victoria's LGBTQIA+ Commissioner Joe Ball around anti-LGBTQIA+ rhetoric, Pride in sport, emotional exhaustion in the queer community, and why visibility still matters more than ever. The post (52). Thursday Breakfast: Wake up and roll into Thursday with Joel and Mama Mish appeared first on JOY Breakfast.

Join Brett and Tim as they chat to one of Australia’s most prolific writers, Holden Sheppard when they talk all about masculinity, gay life in the country, gay AFL players and Holden spills the tea on his new “Yeah The Boys” novel (sequel to the award winning Invisible Boys, recently adapted for Stan as a 10 part TV series). The post Wednesday Breakfast: Exclusive Interview with Holden Sheppard appeared first on JOY Breakfast.

Wake up and roll into your Thursday with Joel & Mama Mish, along with sassy Liam for JOY Breakfast – a funny, cheeky, and delightfully unpredictable morning show that mixes news, nostalgia, and nonsense with a lot of laughs. This week on JOY Breakfast with Joel and Mama Mish, the chaos was packed into boxes as Joel survived moving house and the team asked listeners the ultimate question — are you a pre-packer or a throw-everything-into-a-garbage-bag-at-midnight kind of mover? The laughs continued with another dramatic round of Closest to the Pin, and a wholesome RESET segment celebrating quiet good news from around the world — from Scotland making period products free, to Thailand turning rubbish into dog shelters. The team went back into the ‘upside down world’ to read out their listeners wildly chaotic May horoscopes + Joel and Mama Mish wrapped up the morning celebrating Aussie tennis star Ajla Tomljanović's birthday with plenty of sass, sparkle, and questionable life advice along the way. The post (51). Thursday Breakfast: Wake up and roll into Thursday with Joel and Mama Mish appeared first on JOY Breakfast.

Joel and Mama Mish sit down with author Dan Stroede to chat about the heartwarming and empowering children's book Spencer Sparkles. Dan shares the inspiration behind the story, the importance of representation and self-expression for young readers, and how the book is helping families celebrate individuality and acceptance. It's a joyful and meaningful conversation about creativity, kindness, and letting your sparkle shine bright. ✨ The post Thursday Breakfast: Dan Stroede Interview appeared first on JOY Breakfast.

Wake up and roll into your Thursday with Joel & Mama Mish, along with sassy Liam for JOY Breakfast – a funny, cheeky, and delightfully unpredictable morning show that mixes news, nostalgia, and nonsense with a lot of laughs. ]This week, listeners shared their favourite iconic movie and TV quotes for a chance to win tickets to The Devil Wears Prada 2. Victoria Police LGBTQ+ Community Manager Jeremy Oliver joined the show to discuss anti-LGBTIQA+ hate crime inquiries, Trans Day of Visibility, regional Pride engagement and the importance of ongoing community connection across Victoria. Later, author Dan Stroede stopped by to chat about his affirming children's book Spencer Sparkles, sharing the inspiration behind the story and why queer representation in children's literature matters so much. Add in a birthday celebration for Aussie pop icon Nikki Webster, and you've got another fun, thoughtful and fabulously chaotic morning with Joel and Mama Mish. The post (50). Thursday Breakfast: Wake up and roll into Thursday with Joel and Mama Mish appeared first on JOY Breakfast.

Wake up with JOY Breakfast – the feel-good way to start your day. Join Mietta, Jason & Dr Cat as they unpack the stories everyone's talking about (and a few you didn't know you needed), from pop culture moments and internet buzz to politics, health and queer life. Each episode blends big headlines with sharp opinions, expert insights from Dr Cat, and plenty of laughs along the way. New episodes every Tuesday 7-9am This week's topics: Colour blocking is back, baby – Jason's Fashion Rant breaks down what's coming down the runway as we finally move away from 2000s grunge–heroin chic, with Loewe and Dsquared leading the charge. Also this week, we debrief the Golden Globes, replay TikTok chaos from the Critics' Choice Awards, and talk Ashley Tisdale's mean girls mothers' group exposé. Plus, Dr Cat also talks keeping pets safe in the heat while we survive a hot‑as week and confess how we actually stayed cool. Then it's Australia's under‑16 social media ban: failed algorithms, new platforms, kids working around the rules, and the weird ChatGPT trend where people ask it to generate a husband – plus how well any of this is actually going. We kick off Midsumma Music Voting for the JOY Midsumma March and ask you to text in the songs that should make the playlist. 13/01/2026 Instagram: @joy949 @joybreakfast @miettahj_ @themelbourneurbanite (Jason) @nyuroscientist (Cat) The post Tuesday Breakfast – Episode 5 – with Mietta, Jason & Dr Cat appeared first on JOY Breakfast.

Wake up with JOY Breakfast – the feel-good way to start your day. Join Mietta, Jason & Dr Cat as they unpack the stories everyone's talking about (and a few you didn't know you needed), from pop culture moments and internet buzz to politics, health and queer life. Each episode blends big headlines with sharp opinions, expert insights from Dr Cat, and plenty of laughs along the way. New episodes every Tuesday 7-9am This week's topics: We're back for 2026 – how was your break and what was the highlight? Jason unleashes a full Fashion Rant, stanning Matthieu Blazy and Michael Rider as creative directors to watch, unpacking Chanel Métiers d'art, Celine Summer 2026, and the story of Bhavitha Mandava opening the Chanel show while her parents watched from India. Cat dives into New Year's resolutions and the science of the “fresh start” effect, plus edible protein powder made from carrot leftovers, and the top countries Aussies travelled to in 2025. Mietta breaks down Taylor Swift's six-part Apple doc (with Gracie Abrams and Taylor's stage-mum grandma but suspiciously no Jack Antonoff), the storm-ravaged chaos of Beyond the Valley, and Nick Cannon's ever-expanding family Christmas cards. We also get into all the celebrity goss of Timothée Chalamet calling his recent roles “top level sh*t”, Kate Winslet's directorial debut on her son's film Goodbye June, Lachie Neale stepping down as Brisbane co-captain amid a cheating scandal, the prickly new Chevy Chase documentary, Brigitte Bardot's legacy and homophobia, and a joyous queer joy moment: Sam Kerr marrying Kristie Mewis in the Swan Valley on New Year's Eve. 6/01/2026 Instagram: @joy949 @joybreakfast @miettahj_ @themelbourneurbanite (Jason) @nyuroscientist (Cat) The post Tuesday Breakfast – Episode 4 – with Mietta, Jason & Dr Cat appeared first on JOY Breakfast.

Wake up with JOY Breakfast – the feel-good way to start your day. Join Mietta, Jason & Dr Cat as they unpack the stories everyone's talking about (and a few you didn't know you needed), from pop culture moments and internet buzz to politics, health and queer life. Each episode blends big headlines with sharp opinions, expert insights from Dr Cat, and plenty of laughs along the way. New episodes every Tuesday 7-9am This week's topics: We dive into The Drama, the unsettling new Zendaya and Robert Pattinson film, and in gaming chaos, Kim Kardashian drops into Fortnite with a full “Lara Crofted” fantasy. We cover the Girlguiding trans-exclusion protests in the UK, hundreds rallying nationwide, and celebrate 50 years of iconic Perth queer nightclub Connections (AKA “Connies”) – from opening in 1975 when it was still illegal to be gay in WA, to now holding the title of the longest-running club in the southern hemisphere. Dr Cat teaches us her favourite Auslan signs, like “queer” (yes, over an audio medium). Mietta breaks down Taylor Swift's new six-part Apple documentary with Stephen Colbert, the Golden Globes' new podcast award, and Kate Winslet directing her son's first film. We get festive with With Love, Meghan, shout out Sundaylicious, and run through your early Christmas Day forecast around Australia. Plus: Lily Allen's SNL performance, SNL's “Uber Eats Wrapped”, Rolling Stone crowning Lorde's Royals the best Aussie/Kiwi song of the 21st century so far (with Kylie's Can't Get You Out of My Head at number two), and the most popular touring artists of the millennium, featuring Coldplay, U2 and Ed Sheeran. 16/12/2025 Instagram: @joy949 @joybreakfast @miettahj_ @themelbourneurbanite (Jason) @nyuroscientist (Cat) The post Tuesday Breakfast – Episode 3 – with Mietta, Jason & Dr Cat appeared first on JOY Breakfast.

Wake up with JOY Breakfast – the feel-good way to start your day. Join Mietta, Jason & Dr Cat as they unpack the stories everyone's talking about (and a few you didn't know you needed), from pop culture moments and internet buzz to politics, health and queer life. Each episode blends big headlines with sharp opinions, expert insights from Dr Cat, and plenty of laughs along the way. New episodes every Tuesday 7-9am This week's topics: Whatcha watching? Jason has binged Stranger Things Season and is deep in an Alien phase. We celebrate XG's rapper Cocona coming out as transmasculine non-binary, proudly showing top surgery scars. Cat breaks down Australia's move to ban social media for under-16s. We cheer for Nguyen Huong Giang, the first out trans Miss Vietnam at Miss Universe 2025, and talk about the pageant finally opening its doors to married women, mums and trans women. We also mark the anniversary of marriage equality and the 2017 YES postal survey. Music-wise, it's Spilt Milk 2025 (Sombr, Dominic Fike, Doechii) and time for Spotify Wrapped. Taylor Swift has been dethroned by Bad Bunny as Spotify's top global artist (queer ally, we see you), we share our deeply on-brand stats and ask for your top artist, global fan rating and listening age. Plus: Ozempic for cats that just can't stop eating, the Big Brother grand final, Katy Perry going Instagram official with former Canadian PM Justin Trudeau, and we crown our Crushes of the Week for the first time. 9/12/2025 Instagram: @joy949 @joybreakfast @miettahj_ @themelbourneurbanite (Jason) @nyuroscientist (Cat) The post Tuesday Breakfast – Episode 2 – with Mietta, Jason & Dr Cat appeared first on JOY Breakfast.

Wake up with JOY Breakfast – the feel-good way to start your day. Join Mietta, Jason & Dr Cat as they unpack the stories everyone's talking about (and a few you didn't know you needed), from pop culture moments and internet buzz to politics, health and queer life. Each episode blends big headlines with sharp opinions, expert insights from Dr Cat, and plenty of laughs along the way. New episodes every Tuesday 7-9am This week's topics: Jason brought a shopping bag of ceramic bowls clubbing, newsreader August brought a hardcover copy of Pride and Prejudice to a rock concert, and Mietta thinks she drank lavender perfume, also Charli xcx pivots from ‘Brat' with new song ‘Rock Music', matcha's health benefits, JOY's Eurovision correspondent Michael Polh live from Vienna, Jason's thoughts on the 2026 Met Gala, Mietta discovered she might be 5 ft 9 not 5 ft 7 and a half, Helena Bonham Carter exits The White Lotus Season 4 cast mid-filming, we might be giving up on the new season of Euphoria (sorry…), MAFS' Lucinda Light is back on screen(!!), Russell Brand flipping through the bible on Piers Morgan (“where are your Post-its???”), Dr Cat's experience not consuming added sugar for a year, International Day of Plant Health (and how to do your bit), the Brisbane Lions whiteboard scandal, and the Gay Games are just around the corner (Jason's feeling underprepared…) 12/05/2025 Instagram: @joy949 @joybreakfast @miettahj_ @themelbourneurbanite (Jason) @nyuroscientist (Cat) The post Tuesday Breakfast – Episode 22 – with Mietta, Jason & Dr Cat appeared first on JOY Breakfast.

Wake up with JOY Breakfast – the feel-good way to start your day. Join Mietta, Jason & Dr Cat as they unpack the stories everyone's talking about (and a few you didn't know you needed), from pop culture moments and internet buzz to politics, health and queer life. Each episode blends big headlines with sharp opinions, expert insights from Dr Cat, and plenty of laughs along the way. New episodes every Tuesday 7-9am This week's topics: Spotify releases most listened to songs for 20th anniversary, ‘Divorce, moving house and taxes', World Penguin Day, getting the ick, shooting at the Emerson nightclub, Euphoria season 3, Couples Therapy, Jason wants to be cryopreserved, Ruby Rose and Katy Perry, we've heard enough from Russell Brand, a mammal survived the dinosaur apocalypse, fmr. First Lady Jill Biden wants to be in season 2 of Heated Rivalry, AFL controversies aplenty, Hong Kong horror movies in the 80s, The Devil Wears Prada 2, and Jason's bringing back 2000s neon 28/04/2026 Instagram: @joy949 @joybreakfast @miettahj_ @themelbourneurbanite (Jason) @nyuroscientist (Cat) The post Tuesday Breakfast – Episode 20 – with Mietta, Jason & Dr Cat appeared first on JOY Breakfast.

Wake up with JOY Breakfast – the feel-good way to start your day. Join Mietta, Jason & Dr Cat as they unpack the stories everyone's talking about (and a few you didn't know you needed), from pop culture moments and internet buzz to politics, health and queer life. Each episode blends big headlines with sharp opinions, expert insights from Dr Cat, and plenty of laughs along the way. New episodes every Tuesday 7-9am This week's topics include: an interview with JOY's Eurovision correspondent, Michael Polh, in Vienna, as well as Jeff Bezos' Met Gala, World Asthma Day (Dr Cat explains how asthma actually works), Halsey's deluxe version of ‘The Great Impersonator' (new songs!), newsreader August and Mietta recap and update you on the recent AFL and VFL controversies, MP Mark Latham ordered to pay $100k in compensation to rival over homophobic post, that creepy ghost feeling in old buildings is scientifically backed, The Devil Wears Prada 2 review, more attacks on Melbourne nightlife venues, they've found out how old the 12 Apostles are, and Harry Styles is engaged to Zoë Kravitz (their ex's aren't coping) Instagram: @joy949 @joybreakfast @miettahj_ @themelbourneurbanite (Jason) @nyuroscientist (Cat) The post Tuesday Breakfast – Episode 21 – with Mietta, Jason & Dr Cat appeared first on JOY Breakfast.

Wake up with JOY Breakfast – the feel-good way to start your day. Join Mietta, Jason & Dr Cat as they unpack the stories everyone's talking about (and a few you didn't know you needed), from pop culture moments and internet buzz to politics, health and queer life. Each episode blends big headlines with sharp opinions, expert insights from Dr Cat, and plenty of laughs along the way. New episodes every Tuesday 7-9am This week's topics: Happy Trans Day of Visibility!! We sit down with the incredible Anastasia Le, a Vietnamese Australian social justice trailblazer and Victorian Women's Honour Roll inductee. We chat about her work with the Victorian Pride Centre and supporting inclusion for LGBTQIA+, migrant, and disability communities before she heads off to a massive day of speaking engagements. Also this week, we name our Crush of the Week and admit we are officially addicted to Secret Lives of Mormon Wives. We break down the drama that went down with Taylor. Things get mystical with a “Battle of the Fates” Tarot reading and Shamanic insights. We explore the future of 3D printing and programming your own personal AI pets using ChatGPT. Tech meets nature as we look at using Tamagotchis for high-tech plant care. We discuss the UK version of SNL and manifest a third season of Lisa Kudrow's The Comeback. Kylie Minogue is officially announced as the AFL Grand Final headliner. Taylor Swift dominates the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards with seven massive wins. We wrap up with the news that Victorian public transport is free through April to help with climbing fuel prices. Instagram: @joy949 @joybreakfast @miettahj_ @themelbourneurbanite (Jason) @nyuroscientist (Cat) The post Tuesday Breakfast – Episode 16 – with Mietta, Jason & Dr Cat appeared first on JOY Breakfast.

Wake up with JOY Breakfast – the feel-good way to start your day. Join Mietta, Jason & Dr Cat as they unpack the stories everyone's talking about (and a few you didn't know you needed), from pop culture moments and internet buzz to politics, health and queer life. Each episode blends big headlines with sharp opinions, expert insights from Dr Cat, and plenty of laughs along the way. New episodes every Tuesday 7-9am This week's topics: Happy Lesbian Visibility Week!! Also, TV TV TV… Mietta's watching Game of Thrones with her eyes and ears covered, Beef season 2 thoughts, Coachella weekend 2: Justin Bieber brings out Billie Eilish for ‘One Less Lonely Girl', Sabrina brings out Madonna, and Addison Rae brings out Olivia Rodrigo (new song, upcoming album), Lena Dunham's new book ‘Fame Sick' (and all we've learnt about Adam Driver, Jack Antonoff and Lorde), Jason presenting at the Glamourheads Sharks 25th Anniversary Gala awards “five drinks…just to calm the nerves”, church choir will prepare you for anything, XO Kitty season 3, Happy Birthday to Dr Cat!!, Meghan Markle and Prince Harry in Aus, Zara Lasson defending Chappell Roan, news on blood donation widening for gay men, co-lactation for lesbian parents, Anna Wintour's first Vogue cover (with Meryl Streep!), movie madness: (‘Project Hail Mary', ‘The Drama', a Michael Jackson movie …?, and Ariana Grande in upcoming Meet the Fockers movie), Melbourne's nightlife venues under attack, and Mietta explains SuperCoach for the gays and gurls 21/04/2026 Instagram: @joy949 @joybreakfast @miettahj_ @themelbourneurbanite (Jason) @nyuroscientist (Cat) The post Tuesday Breakfast – Episode 19 – with Mietta, Jason & Dr Cat appeared first on JOY Breakfast.

Wake up with JOY Breakfast – the feel-good way to start your day. Join Mietta, Jason & Dr Cat as they unpack the stories everyone's talking about (and a few you didn't know you needed), from pop culture moments and internet buzz to politics, health and queer life. Each episode blends big headlines with sharp opinions, expert insights from Dr Cat, and plenty of laughs along the way. New episodes every Tuesday 7-9am This week: Melbourne International Comedy Festival: ‘Putting the Us in Uterus' Annie Louey & Miranda Hill (interview). Mietta's away, Jason's knitting again and Dr Cat's done with ‘buses replacing trains', also MOMO Nepalese Food Festival, Coachella weekend 1, Sabrina Carpenter yodeling controversy, Jason's competitive swimming wins!!, t-rex leather handbags, welcome guest co-host Tamzyn, Euphoria season 3 cast drama, Dan Levy's ‘Big Mistakes', Japanese singer-songwriter Fujii Kaze, and to get a dog, or not to get a dog, that is the question Jason 14/04/2026 Instagram: @joy949 @joybreakfast @miettahj_ @themelbourneurbanite (Jason) @nyuroscientist (Cat) The post Tuesday Breakfast – Episode 18 – with Mietta, Jason & Dr Cat appeared first on JOY Breakfast.

Wake up with JOY Breakfast – the feel-good way to start your day. Join Mietta, Jason & Dr Cat as they unpack the stories everyone's talking about (and a few you didn't know you needed), from pop culture moments and internet buzz to politics, health and queer life. Each episode blends big headlines with sharp opinions, expert insights from Dr Cat, and plenty of laughs along the way. New episodes every Tuesday 7-9am This week's topics: Wacky Easter family traditions, newsreader August's dad's egg hunt disaster, Jason's first dinner party, rewatching ‘Come Dine With Me', Josh Thomas, Mietta's reptile experience, K-pop news: (KATSEYE's Manon, NewJeans), April Fool's Day, worst post-breakup behaviour, Pillion (film), Alexander Skarsgard, and lest we forget the Nicole Kidman kiss, RuPaul's new movie Stop! That! Train!, the Melbourne International Comedy Festival, Heated Rivalry musical set to debut off Broadway, Deadloch season 2 (Kate McCartney and Kate McLennan), Luke Hemsworth, and is Kanye ‘uncancelled' now? 7/04/2026 Instagram: @joy949 @joybreakfast @miettahj_ @themelbourneurbanite (Jason) @nyuroscientist (Cat) The post Tuesday Breakfast – Episode 17 – with Mietta, Jason & Dr Cat appeared first on JOY Breakfast.

Wake up with JOY Breakfast – the feel-good way to start your day. Join Mietta, Jason & Dr Cat as they unpack the stories everyone's talking about (and a few you didn't know you needed), from pop culture moments and internet buzz to politics, health and queer life. Each episode blends big headlines with sharp opinions, expert insights from Dr Cat, and plenty of laughs along the way. New episodes every Tuesday 7-9am This week's topics: Mietta's back from Bali, using your passport as lipstick blotting paper, Dr Cat performed for PM Albanese, soju requirements at Korean BBQ, Harry Styles on SNL, Chappell Roan security incident with Jude Law's daughter, G Flip dedicating ‘Gay 4 Me' to Margaret Court at Arena, LGBTQ+ books for queers, rewatching Sex & the City in 2026, Polish court's ruling on same-sex marriages, Demi Lovato admits singing ‘Heart Attack' at a heart charity gala was really weird, Halsey and Zara Larsson, and Louis Theroux's Netflix doc ‘Inside The Manosphere' 24/04/2026 Instagram: @joy949 @joybreakfast @miettahj_ @themelbourneurbanite (Jason) @nyuroscientist (Cat) The post Tuesday Breakfast – Episode 15 – with Mietta, Jason & Dr Cat appeared first on JOY Breakfast.

Raena and Wayne from Monday brekky attended the Moreton Bay PrideFest and caught up with some of the punters on the ground as well as event organisers The post PrideFest Moreton Bay round up appeared first on JOY Breakfast.

Fiona from Chicks Talking Footy joins Monday Breakfast to break down the games and surprises in the AFL round 6 The post Round 6 Footy Fiddle Faddle appeared first on JOY Breakfast.

Wake up and roll into your Thursday with Joel & Mama Mish, along with sassy Liam for JOY Breakfast – a funny, cheeky, and delightfully unpredictable morning show that mixes news, nostalgia, and nonsense with a lot of laughs. Joel and Mama Mish dive straight into a deliciously relatable chat about favourite takeaway go-tos – from sushi and Thai comfort meals to classic fish and chips. There's plenty of laughs with Closest to the Pin – DOES JOEL WIN?  Mama bring her “In Other News” segment, a refreshing dose of optimism, spotlighting quiet global wins in healthcare, science and social progress – from breakthrough treatments and disease elimination to expanded access to care and animal rights recognition. Add in a juicy Jennifer Watch, celebrating milestones from Jennifer Hudson and Jennifer Garner, and wrap it all up with a tribute to iconic Aussie actress Judy Davis. The post (49). Thursday Breakfast: Wake up and roll into Thursday with Joel and Mama Mish appeared first on JOY Breakfast.

Wake up with JOY Breakfast – the feel-good way to start your day. Join Mietta, Jason & Dr Cat as they unpack the stories everyone's talking about (and a few you didn't know you needed), from pop culture moments and internet buzz to politics, health and queer life. Each episode blends big headlines with sharp opinions, expert insights from Dr Cat, and plenty of laughs along the way. New episodes every Tuesday 7-9am This week's topics: Is coffee actually good for you, with new research linking 2–3 cups a day to lower dementia risk and better long-term cognitive health; whether AI is killing or boosting creativity, with findings suggesting it works best as a creative collaborator rather than a shortcut; and a weekend debrief from LEGO–yum cha catch-ups to DIY bio-leather experiments and “I can make that” energy. We also touch on online influence and manosphere content, before wrapping with culture—from Dune and The Devil Wears Prada merch talk to Oscars fashion and climate-conscious styling takes. 17/03/2026 Instagram: @joy949 @joybreakfast @miettahj_ @themelbourneurbanite (Jason) @nyuroscientist (Cat) The post Tuesday Breakfast – Episode 14 – with Mietta, Jason & Dr Cat appeared first on JOY Breakfast.

Wake up with JOY Breakfast – the feel-good way to start your day. Join Mietta, Jason & Dr Cat as they unpack the stories everyone's talking about (and a few you didn't know you needed), from pop culture moments and internet buzz to politics, health and queer life. Each episode blends big headlines with sharp opinions, expert insights from Dr Cat, and plenty of laughs along the way. New episodes every Tuesday 7-9am This week's topics: We reflect on International Women’s Day, from major legal and cultural shifts across countries to ongoing conversations about gender equality, consent, and institutional change—from reforms in Europe and Asia to historic firsts in leadership and access to healthcare and protections. We also spotlight stories of progress and accountability, alongside initiatives supporting women and girls globally. In contrast, we check in on the Daylesford ChillOut Festival with standout community interviews and reflections on visibility and belonging, before turning to the ongoing Jackie O discussion and what it reveals about workplace culture and power. We then end on our crush of the week: Tina Choi. 10/03/2026 Instagram: @joy949 @joybreakfast @miettahj_ @themelbourneurbanite (Jason) @nyuroscientist (Cat) The post Tuesday Breakfast – Episode 13 – with Mietta, Jason & Dr Cat appeared first on JOY Breakfast.

Wake up with JOY Breakfast – the feel-good way to start your day. Join Mietta, Jason & Dr Cat as they unpack the stories everyone's talking about (and a few you didn't know you needed), from pop culture moments and internet buzz to politics, health and queer life. Each episode blends big headlines with sharp opinions, expert insights from Dr Cat, and plenty of laughs along the way. New episodes every Tuesday 7-9am This week's topics: It's a full pop culture mix: from crushes of the week to finally unpacking Pillion, plus what fashion is signalling right now (hello Prada and Gucci reshuffles). Award season delivers chaos and comedy at the Screen Actors Guild Awards, while we dip into Bridgerton discourse, big podcast fallout headlines, and reality radio drama. There's also a mix of culture and current moments—from Sydney Mardi Gras and Daylesford ChillOut Festival to wildlife wins and how we actually hear the world—before ending on festival cancellations, a Blood Moon moment, and the internet spiralling over Pedro Pascal's love life. 3/03/2026 Instagram: @joy949 @joybreakfast @miettahj_ @themelbourneurbanite (Jason) @nyuroscientist (Cat) The post Tuesday Breakfast – Episode 12 – with Mietta, Jason & Dr Cat appeared first on JOY Breakfast.

Wake up with JOY Breakfast – the feel-good way to start your day. Join Mietta, Jason & Dr Cat as they unpack the stories everyone's talking about (and a few you didn't know you needed), from pop culture moments and internet buzz to politics, health and queer life. Each episode blends big headlines with sharp opinions, expert insights from Dr Cat, and plenty of laughs along the way. New episodes every Tuesday 7-9am This week's topics: It's another tight pop culture swirl: we get into Ryan Murphy's The Beauty and a renewed obsession with the tragic romance of John F. Kennedy and Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy, while America’s Next Top Model faces backlash ahead of its return. There's heavier news in the mix, balanced by red carpet buzz, before we zoom out to bigger-picture headlines—like space getting increasingly crowded thanks to SpaceX and a clash of global developments, from controversial legislation in Kansas to a major win for intersex protections in Victoria. Add in reality TV chaos from I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here! and Married at First Sight, plus fresh music drops and a nostalgic ANTM deep dive, and it's a lot—but we've got you covered. Instagram: @joy949 @joybreakfast @miettahj_ @themelbourneurbanite (Jason) @nyuroscientist (Cat) The post Tuesday Breakfast – Episode 11 – with Mietta, Jason & Dr Cat appeared first on JOY Breakfast.

Wake up with JOY Breakfast – the feel-good way to start your day. Join Mietta, Jason & Dr Cat as they unpack the stories everyone's talking about (and a few you didn't know you needed), from pop culture moments and internet buzz to politics, health and queer life. Each episode blends big headlines with sharp opinions, expert insights from Dr Cat, and plenty of laughs along the way. New episodes every Tuesday 7-9am This week's topics: It's a full pop culture spiral: we're celebrating Lunar New Year with a chaotic dive into zodiac lore, elements, and what the Year of the Fire Horse has in store (good luck to some of us), getting briefly existential about the Moon basically keeping life on Earth functioning, then bouncing through headlines—from celebrity link-ups and family drama to festival season via Laneway Festival, reality TV chaos with Married at First Sight, and online backlash moments. There's also a quick politics detour with a shake-up in the Liberal Party of Australia, before ending on the most unexpected update out of the Winter Olympics—they've run out of condoms. And yes, we ask the important question: did anyone actually do anything for Valentine's Day? Instagram: @joy949 @joybreakfast @miettahj_ @themelbourneurbanite (Jason) @nyuroscientist (Cat) The post Tuesday Breakfast – Episode 10 – with Mietta, Jason & Dr Cat appeared first on JOY Breakfast.

Wake up with JOY Breakfast – the feel-good way to start your day. Join Mietta, Jason & Dr Cat as they unpack the stories everyone's talking about (and a few you didn't know you needed), from pop culture moments and internet buzz to politics, health and queer life. Each episode blends big headlines with sharp opinions, expert insights from Dr Cat, and plenty of laughs along the way. New episodes every Tuesday 7-9am This week's topics: The Grammys and Best New Artist nominees performance, Sabrina Carpenter, Pride March, the Glamourhead Sharks, Bridgerton Season 4, judging Dr Cat's cooking, dynamic pricing on concert tickets, Harry Styles, Catherine O’Hara, Schitt’s Creek, Deni Hines self-evicted from I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out Of Here, North West's new music, Cats the Musical, LGBTQ+ animals with Dr Cat, and lest we forget 2016 Instagram: @joy949 @joybreakfast @miettahj_ @themelbourneurbanite (Jason) @nyuroscientist (Cat) The post Tuesday Breakfast – Episode 8 – with Mietta, Jason & Dr Cat appeared first on JOY Breakfast.

Wake up with JOY Breakfast – the feel-good way to start your day. Join Mietta, Jason & Dr Cat as they unpack the stories everyone's talking about (and a few you didn't know you needed), from pop culture moments and internet buzz to politics, health and queer life. Each episode blends big headlines with sharp opinions, expert insights from Dr Cat, and plenty of laughs along the way. New episodes every Tuesday 7-9am This week's topics: Hottest 100, Jason's open water swims and colour analysis, Aus Day Not A Date To Celebrate, Aus Open update, Karamo Brown's split from the Queer Eye cast, Chinese Zodiac signs, Winter Olympics queer news, the Beckham family feud, Victoria Beckham's old song topping charts, the last Mietta will talk on Blake Lively, scared for Jacob Elordi and Margot press tour, Summer tips from Dr Cat, and Crush of the Week! Instagram: @joy949 @joybreakfast @miettahj_ @themelbourneurbanite (Jason) @nyuroscientist (Cat) The post Tuesday Breakfast – Episode 7 – with Mietta, Jason & Dr Cat appeared first on JOY Breakfast.

Wake up with JOY Breakfast – the feel-good way to start your day. Join Mietta, Jason & Dr Cat as they unpack the stories everyone's talking about (and a few you didn't know you needed), from pop culture moments and internet buzz to politics, health and queer life. Each episode blends big headlines with sharp opinions, expert insights from Dr Cat, and plenty of laughs along the way. New episodes every Tuesday 7-9am This week's topics: Midsumma Carnival, trying to meet Mitch Brown, Mietta's first and only tennis lesson, jellyfish trauma, Penguin Awareness Day (Dr Cat explains), Japanese music group XG's Cocona announces they identify as trans and group name change from “Xtraordinary Girls” to “Xtraordinary Genes”, I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here 2026 cast and “trying to work out where you know ‘em from”, 1X's robot butler Neo is consumer-ready, thoughts on ‘Autistic Barbie', and Euphoria season 3 trailer released after 4 year hiatus Instagram: @joy949 @joybreakfast @miettahj_ @themelbourneurbanite (Jason) @nyuroscientist (Cat) The post Tuesday Breakfast – Episode 6 – with Mietta, Jason & Dr Cat appeared first on JOY Breakfast.

Get ready to have fun, shine bright, and celebrate together! Moreton Bay PrideFest 2026 is here, and best of all, it's free to attend. Sophie from PrideFest joins the crew on Monday morning to hype them for the week ahead! Moreton Bay PrideFest wants to make our community a happier, healthier, and safer place for everyone. We celebrate kindness, culture, and diversity in the LGBTIQA+ community. When Saturday, 18 April 2026 | 10:00 AM – 04:00 PM Location Pine Rivers Park, 125 Gympie Rd, Strathpine, 4500 The post Moreton Bay PrideFest appeared first on JOY Breakfast.

As always Fiona Newton from Chicks Talkin Footy joins the Monday breakfast crew to chat all things AFL. This week was round 6 of the AFL but we caught up on round 5 for Easter. Get your AFL footy fix on JOY 94.9 The post Footy Fiddle Faddle Round 6 (Plus the Gather Round) appeared first on JOY Breakfast.

Joel and Mama Mish are joined by global dance sensation GiaNina Paolantonio for an energetic and inspiring chat about bringing her high-energy masterclasses to Australia. GiaNina opens up about her journey from viral dance star to international performer, what she loves most about connecting with dancers around the world, and how she's helping shape what's trending in music and movement. Plus, she gives a sneak peek at what's coming up next in her ever-evolving career. It's a fun, fast-paced conversation full of passion, hustle, and serious star power. ✨ The post Thursday Breakfast: GiaNina Paolantonio Interview appeared first on JOY Breakfast.

Wake up and roll into your Thursday with Joel & Mama Mish, along with sassy Liam for JOY Breakfast – a funny, cheeky, and delightfully unpredictable morning show that mixes news, nostalgia, and nonsense with a lot of laughs. Joel and Mama Mish are back serving up another chaotic, heartfelt and hilarious episode kicking off with news, sport & weather. The quickly dive into a big chat on whether we really believe in signs from the universe, sparked by listeners sharing everything from mysterious white feathers to life-changing number patterns. The fun continues with Closest to the Pin, plenty of laughs & again who wins? A feel-good “In Other News” segment highlighting everything from macaws returning to Rio after 200 years to breakthroughs turning waste into clean fuel and quiet acts of kindness restoring faith in humanity. Plus, they chat with viral dance powerhouse GiaNina Paolantonio about shaping global trends and bringing her high-energy workshops to Australia, before wrapping things up with a celebration of Claire Foy's birthday. The post (48). Thursday Breakfast: Wake up and roll into Thursday with Joel and Mama Mish appeared first on JOY Breakfast.

Joel and Mama Mish chat with Aussie comedy favourite Bev Killick for a hilarious chat about her brand-new show at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival. Bev shares what audiences can expect from her latest stand-up, the stories behind the laughs, and how she continues to keep crowds in stitches. Plus, she spills on her role in the hit Aussie series Deadloch, giving a behind-the-scenes look at the dark comedy that's won fans everywhere. It's a cheeky, laugh-filled conversation you won't want to miss. The post Thursday Breakfast: Bev Killick Interview appeared first on JOY Breakfast.

Wake up and roll into your Thursday with Joel & Mama Mish, along with sassy Liam for JOY Breakfast – a funny, cheeky, and delightfully unpredictable morning show that mixes news, nostalgia, and nonsense with a lot of laughs. Joel and Mama Mish serve up a vibrant mix of theatre love, pop culture and playful chaos in this episode of JOY Breakfast, with Joel sharing his experience seeing The Book of Mormon and listeners chiming in with their favourite musicals, from Mamma Mia! to Hamilton. There's also some on-air mischief as Sassy and Mama very clearly conspire to ensure Joel loses Closest to the Pin with a very specific Bluey-themed round… a game Mama just happens to know everything about. The duo dive into the latest “Jennifer Watch,” unpacking updates from Jennifer Lopez and Jennifer Aniston, before lifting the mood with feel-good global stories, from climate-saving beavers to everyday acts of kindness. Plus, comedy powerhouse Bev Killick joins the show to share stories from her career, her role in Deadloch, and her latest festival show. The post (47). Thursday Breakfast: Wake up and roll into Thursday with Joel and Mama Mish appeared first on JOY Breakfast.

Joel and Mama Mish chat with Aussie comedian Joshua Hauville about his hilarious new show Joshy in Paris, part of the Melbourne International Comedy Festival. From chaotic adventures in the City of Love to chasing big dreams with even bigger delusions, Joshua shares the inspiration behind the show, what audiences can expect, and the wild real-life moments that shaped it. It's a laugh-out-loud conversation full of charm, travel mishaps, and comedy gold. The post Thursday Breakfast: Joshua Hauville Interview appeared first on JOY Breakfast.

Wake up and roll into your Thursday with Joel & Mama Mish, along with sassy Liam for JOY Breakfast – a funny, cheeky, and delightfully unpredictable morning show that mixes news, nostalgia, and nonsense with a lot of laughs. Joel and Mama Mish dial up the chaos and comedy, diving straight into listeners' most unhinged horror home stories – from mystery hair in drains to possums crashing through ceilings, proving DIY disasters and household nightmares are alive and well. The laughs keep coming with games, cheeky chats and a wildly chaotic set of April horoscopes as Joel takes Mama into the upside-down world for the first time, with both fully embracing the “what could possibly go wrong?” energy. They're also joined by rising comedy star Joshua Hauville, who brings the madness of his Melbourne International Comedy Festival show Joshy in Paris, sharing stories of love, language fails and gloriously unpredictable performances. It's all wrapped up with a birthday tribute to everyone's favourite internet “daddy,” Pedro Pascal The post (46). Thursday Breakfast: Wake up and roll into Thursday with Joel and Mama Mish appeared first on JOY Breakfast.

JOY Breakfast with Brett, Tim & LJ are joined by Alexis Sakellaris, the multilingual, New York-born, Germany-raised performer bringing their hit show A Stan Is Born to the Melbourne International Comedy Festival. Alexis dives into their international upbringing, culture clashes, and how pop divas like Whitney, Mariah and Beyoncé became their ultimate guides to identity, confidence and performance. The conversation unpacks the evolution from musical theatre to musical comedy, what makes Australian audiences uniquely chaotic (in the best way), and why blending storytelling, music and stand-up is the future of comedy. Plus, practical advice for anyone wanting to break into comedy, reflections on the European theatre scene, and plenty of JOY Breakfast chaos along the way. Tickets at: comedyfestival.com.au Connect with Alexis: https://www.instagram.com/alexis_sakellaris https://tiktok.com/@alexis_sakellaris The post Wednesday Breakfast Interview: Alexis Sakellaris appeared first on JOY Breakfast.

Wake up with JOY Breakfast – the feel-good way to start your day. Join Mietta, Jason & Dr Cat as they unpack the stories everyone's talking about (and a few you didn't know you needed), from pop culture moments and internet buzz to politics, health and queer life. Each episode blends big headlines with sharp opinions, expert insights from Dr Cat, and plenty of laughs along the way. New episodes every Tuesday 7-9am This week's topics: Kelly Holiday AFLW grand final pre-game show bombs and The Wiggles ‘Ecstasy' MV controversy, the gays and Christmas, bringing back the rom-com (list of top 10), World AIDS Day 2025 (Dr Cat explains), Japanese rental family industry, ‘Mother's Day' and ‘Father's Day' school celebrations' impact on queer families, ‘Straight Man News': (PM Albo's wedding and Mietta's thoughts on his son, Robert Irwin's US Dancing with the Stars win), Jason at Glastonbury Festival “ladies, I don't camp”, stanning Doechii and Doja Cat, scientists say the brain has five ‘eras’, and the new Oxford Word of the Year Instagram: @joy949 @joybreakfast @miettahj_ @themelbourneurbanite (Jason) @nyuroscientist (Cat) The post Tuesday Breakfast – Episode 1 – with Mietta, Jason & Dr Cat appeared first on JOY Breakfast.

Irish Mythen (They/Them) is a globally acclaimed artist known for their raw vocal power, magnetic stage presence, and ability to forge deep connections with audiences. Originally from Ireland and now based in Prince Edward Island, Canada, Irish’s career highlights include a JUNO nomination, multiple award wins, and performances at iconic venues like the Sydney Opera House and Glastonbury Festival. They’re currently on tour in Australia, check out performance info here: https://www.irishmythen.com/shows The post Folk artist Irish Mythen on JOY Breakfast appeared first on JOY Breakfast.

Round two of the AFL season is upon us and Fi from Chick's Talkin' Footy is on top of it all with the Monday Breakfast Footy Fiddle Faddle. The post Footy Fiddle Faddle Round 2 appeared first on JOY Breakfast.