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Are your decorative cushions secretly sabotaging your sleep? We unpack the surprising health reason experts are warning against piling your bed high with throw pillows and why that “luxury hotel look” might be doing more harm than good. Plus, we put Kate to the ultimate parking test live on the air, we play another round of Theme Queen. Fitzy has met the most honest mechanic EVER and Wippa walks us through the real reason pilots cannot have a beard. All this and much more on the podcast!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese joins us to discuss the historic move regarding the Royal succession and the what is happening with the ISIS brides. Wippa drops in to tackle the social media ban, and Guy Sebastian chats about his new single and film projects. Plus, we hear your wild transport stories from knitting Uber drivers to mid-lesson grocery runs!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
From Cool Tech to Total Chaos: When 3D Printing Goes Rogue! Wippa got his hands on a 3D printer (which he says he got for his son's birthday but we think he just got it for himself) but the printing has gone a bit pear shaped and had a few eyebrows raised in the office as to what it is being used for? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Turns out playing a game that we have all played in our childhood could actually aid in our mental health too! Wippa reveals what game it is and it is so simple, that you could start playing right now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We all dream of the perfect proposal… but what happens when it goes completely off script? From awkward interruptions to painfully wrong timing, we dive into a proposal story that will make you gasp. Was it salvageable or a total romance fail? Kate Revealed details about her own engagement - how it all went down, what the ring was like... until the boys decided to push the questions a little TOO far!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Our very own Wippa has been part of the 36 Months campaign in Australia that was successful in banning social media for kids under 16 - giving them an extra 36 months off social media to get to know themselves before the world does. Many other countries are following the Australian lead on the matter and it now looks like Donald Trump may also be looking at a ban in the United States of America.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ever feel like you were doing well in life… until you met a 12-year-old CEO? From primary school kids launching six-figure businesses to teens with university degrees, we look at the wild world of overachieving kids who are making the rest of us look lazy. Is it inspiring… or slightly terrifying? Plus, we dive into whether hating your partners pet is a deal breaker, Wellness raves… what are they? Wippa is jumping onto Facebook Marketplace but it comes with a warning and some stories from you! Plus which celeb would you like to get a message from? Is it naff or is it awesome?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Climbing Mount Everest has long been the ultimate brag, but new restrictions are shaking up the bucket list industry and influencers are not happy. We break down the proposed ban, why authorities are cracking down, and whether Everest has officially become too crowded for its own good. Our very own Wippa has been THAT guy and been to the summit... but did he make it to the top?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Country Music Superstar Lainey Wilson joins us in studio straight off stage from her Australian Tour and WOW did she not know what she was coming in to! Fitzy played her some Kevin Bloody Wilson and we aren't sure what she thought! Wippa was imitating her accent at every chance he got and Kate fangirled hard and even started singing Lainey's songs to her! It was Chaotic... but Lainey was into it! Lainey also dropped a bombshell about icon Dolly Parton that had us STUNNED!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Things got heated when Wippa shared the full story behind his most chaotic road rage moment yet, and let’s just say it escalated FAST. The confrontation he absolutely did not see coming, the team break down who was really in the wrong and whether Wippa owes someone an apology. We also look at the cheating scandal at the winter Olympics, the ironic job at a chocolate factory and the real story about what happened with that ‘Dirty Dance’ that Victoria Beckham allegedly did with her son at his own wedding! Kate is also off to her high school reunion soon... but she should know better than to bring that up on air with the boys!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
You will not believe the twist in this workplace story. It was the owner of Ferrero Rocher and the irony is next level. This might be the most hilariously cruel employment situation we have ever heard. Fitzy, Wippa and Kate debate whether it is fate, karma or just the universe having a laugh and take your calls about other ironies in YOUR life!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Have you ever been watching a movie or TV show with your parents or partner, and things suddenly get awkward? Wippa has a cracking story about what happened at the Wuthering Heights premiere! We also look at a new trend taking over Gen Z and Fitzy has an awesome hack that will help you around the house!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dr Chris Brown is in and revealed his SECRET holiday he went on with one of the team! He also told us what dogs we would be cause dogs resemble their owners... we were a little surprised by what he chose for Wippa!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Some people like to shower in the dark or at least with just some candles and a little bit of ambient lighting... Wippa revealed how 'Dark Showering' could actually be a trend you should get behind!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It’s the final week of Fitzy & Wippa with Kate Ritchie in your Breakfast hours and we’re pulling back the curtain with all the behind-the-scenes goss and letting you know what our favourite moments were. Plus, for one last time… let’s throw a team member under the bus!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On our final Breakfast show it got emotional , so don't forget some tissues! Fitzy, Wippa and Kate all shared heartfelt thank-yous to the listeners who made the show what it was. But not before we dug into what kinds of surgery have been trending while people feel the pinch of the cost-of-living squeeze and exposed how pubs have been ripping you off with their pours. We also chatted with Sarah Harris, the newest member of the Breakfast team and we cannot wait to hear her next Monday! Don’t worry if you’ll miss us on the morning drive, we’re still here for your drive home from 4pm - 6pm on weekdays!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On our final Breakfast show, we sent things off with a bang by welcoming New South Wales Premier Chris Minns who filled us in on the state’s new e-bike safety rules aimed at stopping dangerous riding on our roads and footpaths after recent incidents and safety concerns. And somehow Wippa even persuaded him to stick around for Riddle Time!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Taking a trip down memory lane with the Fitzy, Wippa and Kate Ritchie show means revisiting one of our greatest-ever parodies made even better by the fact we roped in the real music artist. And yes, Kate’s infamous Bunnings story that still haunts us gets another run.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It's our first Mailbag Monday since announcing the big changes, and listeners are in their feelings. We're breaking up the drive show gang—Ricki and Tim are moving to Sydney breakfast on February 9, Joel's going solo in the afternoons, and Fitzy, Wippa and Kate are taking over drive. People sent in the sweetest messages about how the show's been their comfort podcast through high school, pregnancy insomnia, and daily commutes, while others threatened to kidnap Joel's girlfriend if we split up (jokes... kind of). Someone roasted Tim for wearing actual pants instead of girls' skinny jeans in the announcement photo, and we reminded everyone you can still catch us from 6-7pm across Australia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Miss the 68th Annual Grammy Awards yesterday? No worries, Fitzy and Wippa are here to recap all the biggest moments, winners and memorable highlights from music’s biggest night!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This weekend Wippa got a little country-curious and shared the details of his bush adventures. Fitzy brings us up to speed on a massive sports weekend, future Nova Breakfast co-host and Australian Idol host, Ricki-Lee drops by to talk about the exciting upcoming season of Australian Idol and react to her new gig. Theme Queen returns, and Kate shares a travel tip for single ladies to score a free tour guide!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A wild week on the Fitzy & Wippa with Kate Ritchie show as Wippa got publically named and shamed by Kate with a serious allegation of Re-Gifting. We had Golden Globe winner Rose Bryne in to tell us about her partner's Bearded Dragon which has taken the internet by storm, we then chatted to Aussie UFC Champion Alexander Volkanovski and teaches Wippa is favourite wrestling move and we broke down all of Sydney's most romantic spots!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The studio is buzzing after news broke that major changes are on the way for Fitzy & Wippa with Kate Ritchie in 2026!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wippa has a habit of dumping things he no longer wants in the office, turning it into an all-out free-for-all. But during his latest haul, Kate spotted something very familiar and was cshook when she realised what it was, sparking instant drama. Plus, Fitzy breaks down the artists who play the same songs multiple times during their concerts, Wippa explains why people more likely to cancel plans, and Kate misreads Producer Tommy’s board… derailing the end of the show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hot off her Golden Globes win and BAFTA and Oscar nominations for If I Had Legs I’d Kick You, Rose Byrne caught up with us during a trip back to Australia. She revealed what draws her to certain roles, why this film was a must-do, dished out her top Fish Market recommendations and even dropped a surprising tip for Wippa about buying a bearded dragon. If I Had Legs I’d Kick You is available to rent or buy digitally Follow Rose on Instagram VVS Australia InstagramSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
UFC 325 is coming up fast, and all eyes are on the huge rematch between Aussie battler Alexander Volkanovski and Diego Lopes at Qudos Bank Arena on February 1. So we had to get Volk into the studio to talk all things fight camp, how his training’s been tracking, and of course Wippa even throws out a bold prediction on how he thinks the fight will finish.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wippa has uncovered a list of household devices that may be secretly recording you and sharing your private conversations with the government.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This topic nearly broke Wippa but it was worth it to finally settle, once and for all, the scientifically proven best way to stack the dishwasher. We also wrap up everything coming out of the Australian Open, including Maddison Inglis’s run sadly coming to an end, Luciano Darderi’s brutal cramp mid–TV interview, and a real estate agent cashing in on the tennis fever sweeping the country. One of the world’s biggest YouTubers has launched his viral burger brand, MrBeast Burger, so we sent one of our producers to put it to the test. Plus, Wippa discovers a surprisingly effective way to deal with one of his kids getting a splinter and a runaway driver is caught and the driver will surprise you...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We are so back! In just one week, Kate has already given us way too much Out of Context Kate, and she’s been proudly flexing a brand-new skill. Wippa and Fitzy get hilariously exposed when Kate dives into being communicative with your partner, and we welcome our first celebrity guests to the show: Julia Morris and Robert Irwin!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wippa was feeling bold today — when Kate read out an article about what women’s clothing gives people the ick, he figured it was his moment to review Kate’s outfit. Tune in next time to see if he’s still talking... Trump made headlines again after meeting Toyota’s boss and bestowing him with quite the nickname, a Weekend at Bernie’s-style attempt to board a flight landed a man in cuffs, and Fitzy’s holiday complaint may have backfired on him. And yes, the first Riddle Time of 2026 is here!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wippa floats a bold theory that a now commonly used drug could send airfares plummeting, but Fitzy isn’t convinced.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wippa has that awkward moment with his wife after noticing some questionable credit card purchases. We play a chaotic round of What Are The Chances after a couple finds out they’re related, Fitzy shares how his wife’s passion for rescuing animals led to an embarrassing situation, we unpack some of President Trump’s latest wild claims, and chat about the switch up of the people you meet on holiday and how they are completely different back at home...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kate unleashes a quiz that could have you second-guessing your marriage, even prompting a listener to call in to hear the full version and see how she’d score. Wippa challenges listeners to own something more useless than his latest purchase, Fitzy pitches the perks of getting a job to his son, and Brand Man makes a grand return for 2026. Plus, we pause to remember Rob Hirst after his sad passing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Between Mounjaro injections, Wippa has found a shocking new way to lose weight that you won’t believe!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wippa has long been proud of never watching one hugely popular TV show. But while stuck in a remote part of New Zealand, he finally sat down to watch it... and now he’s officially a fan! We open up our lines to find our what our listeners have been to late to the party on. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A.I. is creeping into our daily lives, but should we actually trust it? Producer Jess fed the show into ChatGPT had us shook. Wippa went full patriot with the best inventions made by Aussies, Fitzy told one of the greatest Christmas stories of all time, and we uncovered what got you expelled from primary school!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Live from South Africa, I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! hosts Robert Irwin and Julia Morris join us! We break down the newly announced contestants for this season, spill some behind-the-scenes tea, and even take a trip back to 2016 to relive Wippa’s time as a contestant himself. Plus, we finally get to congratulate Robert Irwin on his Dancing With the Stars USA win and hear what the victory was really like!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We’re back for 2026 and kicking things off with a juicy throwback from Kate’s Home & Away days including what it was like kissing an Australian acting great! We catch up on everything we got up to over the break, Kate reveals a brand-new skill she’s desperate to show off, and Wippa shares an awkward bath-time moment with his wife that’s burned images into our brains forever. From wedding pranks and ChatGPT-written vows to the triumphant return of the Theme Queen... we are SO back!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this Episode, we relive the internet’s most outrageous, hilarious, and downright bizarre clips of the year. From the infamous Wrong Australian of the Year being announced on stage, to the chaos of Latina Idol, and the absolutely baffling phenomenon of Italian Brain Rot, Fitzy, Wippa and Kate break down the moments that had everyone talking in 2025!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Things get weird, wild, and just a little creepy in this episode. Wippa explores the rise of AI generated songs that could take over the charts, while we also dive into the modern-day paranoia of exes who might be tracking you online. It is all just a little bit “too real” when computers are writing hit songs and our loved ones are tracking us!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fitzy, Wippa and Kate tackle all the messy, hilarious, and eye-opening truths about modern dating. From why women sometimes prefer funny-but-ugly men, to the wardrobe choices men should definitely avoid, and the scandalous stories of “Double Cheating?”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We like to tackle common myths and questionable advice that could be holding you back. From the surprising truth about how many crunches you actually need, to 8 things you should ditch from your diet immediately, Fitzy and Wippa break down practical, easy-to-follow tips that make staying healthy less confusing and a lot more fun – except for Wippa… he just likes his food too much!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fitzy and Wippa tackle all things love, laughs, and a little chaos. From the top dating trends of 2025, to debating whether beards are a yay or nay, and sharing hilarious ways people set traps for their partners. There is enough relationship wisdom here to make you question your own love life!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It’s Christmas Day and the festive fun comes straight to your ears! Fitzy and Wippa are on air, joined by the hilarious Kate Ritchie and a few of their nearest and dearest family members. Expect laughs, holiday chaos, and a little bit of an insight into our Christmas’ with family!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
From Fitzy’s near-death encounter with BJ, to Wippa’s unforgettable Lisa walking story, and the time Fitzy spectacularly fell off his bike (in what seemed like slow motion) this collection is packed with home disasters, laugh-out-loud moments, and the kind of family stories that prove life is never boring when the Wipfli’s, Fitzgerald’s and Ritchie’s are involved!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this Best Bits episode, life advice gets a very unexpected twist. From Princess Ayesha dishing out wisdom you didn’t know you needed, to Fitzy officially crossing into meme territory and Wippa fully committing to making Facebook videos, this collection is packed with self-reflection, second-hand embarrassment and plenty of laughs!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fitzy has a list of these new dating trends that are being used currently and find out if any of these are being used on you! WIppa's also got a 3 second dating rule that will help you find out if you have that instant attraction and Fitzy asks a big question... do women change their voice when saying their crushes name? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Audio maestro Snitchy has pulled together the ultimate collection of the best and worst moments from Fitzy & Wippa with Kate Ritchie. Whether it’s Wippa speaking at the UN in New York, Fitzy’s near-miss return from Japan, or Kate’s iconic Out of Context Kate moments... this year has truly had it all!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It’s our final show of the year, and the Christmas spirit is in full swing! We went big on giveaways today including $10,000 for one lucky listener, Lady Gaga tickets, and the grand finale of our Advent Calendar competition. And of course, being the last show of the year, we had to send you off with one final Riddle Time! The Fitzy & Wippa with Kate Ritchie show returns on January 19th, 2026. See you then!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson star in Song Sung Blue, a new movie about a Neil Diamond cover band named Lightning and Thunder. The film is based on real-life duo Mike and Claire Sardina, who fascinated both actors so much they couldn’t wait to play them. Hugh enjoyed working with Kate so much he even brought her into his one-man show! And let’s just say her performance was miles better than the time we made Hugh sing Les Misérables with Wippa...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.