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This is mildly amusing banter at its mildly amusing best! We’re Jono Pryor, Ben Boyce, and Megan Papas—your favourite breakfast trio on The Hits. We bring you weekday mornings full of life misadventures, big interviews, fun games, and plenty of LOLs. OK, we can’t promise LOLs, but hopefully, you stopped reading after we said LOLs the first time.
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On today’s show: Jono’s road rage backfires when he honks at a nun… and she blesses him. David Beckham finally gets knighted, but Ben remembers the time he made fun of Beckham’s voice! Producer Grace reveals the weird pre-arranged argument rules in her relationship. The team debates the word of the year: “six seven” (does it mean anything?). Ben has officially turned into his mum with what he’s eating. Mariah Carey’s Christmas song is claiming victims early in the game… as Days show host Hayley Barth gets taken out. A listener got paid to watch bubbles!Instagram: @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & Megan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Comedian Dai Henwood joins us ahead of the 7 Days Live tour to chat about life on the road, working with fellow comics, and taking on the role of tour organiser. He also shares highlights from a family trip to the NRL Grand Final in Sydney, reflects on his health, and gives us a few classic league fan moments. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On today’s show: Why Ben's sick of his wife correcting him Megan’s haunted house update: Cassie the ghost is opening doors Ben’s roast potato dad joke rattles Mel C (and technically, rosemary isn’t even a spice) Grace confesses to nearly ignoring the Mel C interview invite (because she didn’t know who she was) Jono’s son calls him “soft” for ignoring private numbers Megan tries to get a hole-in-one in a virtual golf challenge… and nearly breaks the machine again The team visits the Enchanted Christmas store and narrowly avoids Mariah sabotage by Santa Listener Marty has had his Christmas tree up for four years... festive or lazy? Instagram: @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We’re joined by Mel C, Sporty Spice herself. Speaking to us from her place in the UK, she chats about her new single Sweat, her famously low perspiration levels, and her love of fitness (including the idea of taking on a High Rocks challenge). We talk about her time in New Zealand, mentoring Cassie Henderson on The Voice Australia, and the surreal moment Stevie Wonder sang a Spice Girls song on stage. Mel also reflects on embracing the Sporty Spice legacy, the impact of girl power, and the chances of a Spice Girls reunion tour... Plus, we surprise superfan Matty Mclean with a FaceTime!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On today’s show: Jono gets told off in a restaurant for showing his tattooed bum, before even ordering a drink Ben’s wife accidentally opens her Christmas present early… Megan dusts off her stilts and considers joining the Santa Parade We hear about bungee yoga, goat yoga, and a sport called Sepak Takraw (yes, it’s real!) Jono spots a man on a mobility scooter trying to merge onto the motorway Dear Megan: My girlfriend and I have been great for two years, but politics is now causing constant arguments, and she says our values don’t align. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On today’s show: We officially launch the Mariah Game with Matty and PJ Ben had to call an ambulance and felt bad for not offering the paramedics a tea, he thinks he should’ve been a better host... Paul Henry reveals the chaos behind hosting The Chase NZ Jono’s Uber nap turns into a gentle rescue mission Jono’s son goes trick-or-treating as ram raiders??? Frankie Venter shares how Chris Martin played her song at Coldplay’s soundcheck Megan confesses to falling asleep in a bar toilet... Instagram: @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Live from Eden Park, Jono, Ben, and Megan take on 24 hours of handball to raise $1 million for KidsCan, helping provide essentials to Kiwi kids in need. They’re joined by an incredible lineup: Warriors legend Monty Betham, Black Ferns star Ruby Tui, ultra-marathon runner Shannon, Auckland FC CEO Nick Becker, Eden Park CEO Nick Sautner, and KidsCan founder Dame Julie Chapman. Plus, a stunning national anthem performance from 15-year-old Jay and live commentary from Stephen McIvor Text KIDS to 933 to donate $3 or visit kidscan.org.nz to give more. Every dollar helps. Instagram: @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On today’s show: A seductive photo shoot at the Air Force Museum?! Megan’s daughter’s ghostly “big sister” Cassie returns… The cast iron pan ChatGPT destroyed Megan’s shocking cottage cheese obsession Our entertainment reporter reveals what it's like hanging with Shaquille O’Neal! We talk to Dame Julie Chapman from KidsCan ahead of our 24-hour handball challenge Don Buck Primary’s epic handball fundraiser! Adults still rocking kids’ stuff... Velcro wallets, squishmallows, and Simpsons backpacks Instagram: @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On today’s show: Why did Megan have to turn the Elsa children’s performer away… Ben gets mistaken for a landscaper (and he’s not mad about it) Megan reveals her webbed toes—and we meet listeners with even wilder body quirks! Dear Megan: My husband wants to try non-monogamy, but I’m totally against it. Jono’s awkward golf outing with Jeremy Wells We ride Rainbow’s End’s new Pirate Ship Pacifica—and meet a woman whose granddad helped build the original! Plus, we chat with How to DAD Jordan Watson ahead of the 24-hours of handball for KidsCan Instagram: @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On today’s show: How We All Got Lost in a Carpark... A man who never wears undies?! How Jono and Ben nearly sank a celebrity’s boat Jono’s shocking eye patch interaction One of us got tricked into spending over $700! We talk to the official captain of the Pirate Ship Pacifica Plus, our intense first ride on Rainbow’s End’s newest attraction! Instagram: @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On today’s show: Ben finally gets his childhood dream—a retro Kiwis league jersey—but the family isn’t impressed. Jono recalls eating mystery yellow fruit on his long walk to school… turns out it may have had cyanide in it. Relationship pressure points: dishwashing direction, brushing teeth while walking, and hoodie sleeve crimes. We chat to a teacher from Redwood School about their seven-hour handball-a-thon next week! Michael (not Marco!) gives us a live weather update from Canterbury as deadly winds sweep the country. Plus, our entertainment correspondent Nicole Ryan shares disturbing details from Kevin Federline’s book about Britney Spears. Instagram: @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A rare red wind warning has been issued. Gusts of up to 200 km/h are already hammering the South Island, and the worst is yet to come. MetService joins us in studio with the full breakdown.Stay indoors. Stay safe.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On today’s show: Megan’s naturist parents visit, and she came to her dad covered in blood! Jono accidentally pulled the leaver and opened his boot on the motorway! Ben reveals his stepdad tried the 10-year-old Jono and Ben V's Listener calls reveal shocking expiry date eating... from green cheese to 20-year-old jelly. We chat to a principal about KidsCan’s impact on hungry and cold students across Aotearoa. Producer Troy shocks the team with his minimalist underwear lifestyle.. Listeners weigh in with their own undie counts, including a dairy farmer with only three. A relationship dilemma: should he stay in NZ for his new life or return to the US for his wife? Instagram: @THEHITSBREAKFAST Facebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On today’s show: Ben's costume addiction is causing tension at home... Megan's parents Ray & Wayno reflect on life before her! We continue the speculation about Megan’s absence aligning with F1 broadcast times We chat with Sandra Dennis, a former principal discusses the impact of KidsCan on low-decile schools How Jono's donation unintentionally pressures Ben... Ben's story of ripped poop bag and the trauma of touching dog waste! Instagram: @THEHITSBREAKFAST Facebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ahead of his New Zealand shows with Ed Sheeran on the Loop Tour, Vance Joy joins Jono, Ben & Megan to reflect on his incredible career so far, from touring with Taylor Swift to an unforgettable encounter with Sting. He also shares the surprising longevity of his hit Riptide and the amusing story behind his glow-in-the-dark tooth.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On today’s show: How Jono go mistaken for another radio host! Night hosts Brin’s mixed review of Mariah Carey’s performance. We chat with Principal Sally Miller about the impact of poverty on students, ahead of 24 Hours of Handball. Ben puts Australia and NZ relation to test over coffee! Megan’s parents join the show to share funny stories from her childhood. We prank Ben! After he shared the story of his manly parts popping out on a paid social video, we get his social media agent to call him and say the story has reached the higher-ups. What are you falling asleep to? From scary YouTube stories to the Ikea catalogue podcast Instagram: @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
FULL SHOW: Was the Barista Flirting… or Just Being Nice?On today’s show: Megan is prepping for the arrival of her parents, and we debate her lawn mowing skills. Producer Troy is caught moonlighting on other radio stations under fake names and voices. We chat about what happened post-surgery… high on painkillers! Thanks to one of us, a technical error led to Northland receiving the same weather report for six years... We read some touching letters from children and social workers ahead of 24 Hours of Handball. We need an official vibes person for our show! Instagram: @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The team sits down with Robyn Malcolm and Melanie Lynskey, the stars of the upcoming film based on the Pike River mining disaster. They portray Anna and Sonya, two ordinary Kiwi women who became extraordinary voices for justice after tragedy struck. From racing to make it to the Greymouth premiere to bonding over Liquorice Allsorts (and regrettable tattoo choices), Robyn and Melanie share behind-the-scenes stories of filming in the West Coast and connecting with the real-life women they portray. They reflect on the emotional weight of telling a true story, the importance of community support, and the enduring fight for accountability. Instagram: @THEHITSBREAKFAST Facebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On today’s show: LIVE from Whangārei! Why is Ben frustrated he didn't make his mum cry? We chat about partner pressure points, including sweaty partners and the excessive use of bleach. Jono shares how the medium claimed his grandfather’s spirit follows him around all the time. Juniper (Jono’s AI) joins in on a live radio break. Our everyday scaries include needing to poop on a long walk. We reminisce about the pointless job we gave Producer Grace when she dressed as a doctor for an interview and we didn’t even acknowledge her. Instagram: @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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