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On today’s show: The critically panned movies we’ll defend forever Ben debuts a bold new theatre outfit and gets an honest review The surprising “10-minute radius” theory for happiness Megan’s five-year-old son is caught in a school love triangle Listeners share their childhood romantic gestures and first crush moves Weather Heather joins us with the Labour Weekend forecast Ben’s daughter captures some highly embarrassing plane footage Jono’s legendary Invercargill story comes back to haunt him Old-school technology people are still using today High School Musical stars Bart Johnson and Lucas Grabeel join the show We attempt a High School Musical singalong... and it does not go well See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Coach Bolton and Lucas from High School Musical join us to look back on their time at East High and chat about where life has taken them since the iconic Disney films. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s show: • Jono overhears rocket scientists discussing launches and the team plans a Rocket Lab theme song• The niche social media accounts we can't stop following, including a crab’s incredible recovery journey• Ben’s unexpected Netflix obsession with East of Eden, filmed right here in New Zealand• Listeners reveal the secret double lives their pets have been living• We put a listener’s sister on the spot for Kings of Leon tickets in Use Somebody• Ben’s daughter catches him drooling mid-flight and records the evidence• A heartfelt tribute to a beloved basketball coach who made a difference to so many young lives• Megan’s daughter requests salad, pumpkin and kūmara for her birthday dinner• The strangest birthday requests listeners have ever made• Can you quit a book halfway through? Ben’s wife doesn’t think so• Silver Ferns captain Karin Burger joins us ahead of the next Constellation Cup clash against Australia• Have you legally changed your name and what made you do it? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A casual Auckland doorstep visit took a very unexpected turn when the person answering the door turned out to be Florence Pugh. The best part? They didn’t realise who she was until they’d already walked away. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s show: Justin Bieber’s NZ trip sparks a wave of AI-generated celebrity sightings around the country Megan reveals the holiday read her husband picked from the library... and it’s changed everything The surprisingly ordinary things that make romance novel characters irresistible Dear Megan: A mum sends a $42 invoice after a three-hour playdate. Would you pay it? Listeners weigh in on charging parents for food, activities and playdates Pop-tober is in full swing with Zara Larsson, Lily Allen and more heading to NZ Jazz Thornton joins us fresh from an invite-only summit at Paris Hilton’s $65 million mansion New Zealand ranks among the biggest AI users in the world! Ben’s ChatGPT starts calling him “bro” and gets a little too comfortable The workplace perks that sound too good to be true: saunas, golf simulators, Pilates studios and office slides Wild stories of school fundraisers and discos that completely went off the rails The accidental compliments that somehow feel like insults See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jazz Thornton joins us fresh from a surreal weekend at Paris Hilton’s mansion after a surprise DM invitation!   Join the Itty Bitty Hitty Committee HERE!Instagram:  @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & Megan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s show:  Elon Musk unveils a flying Tesla and we ask about the weirdest features in your car A viral dad wins over the internet dancing with his daughters at an Olivia Rodrigo concert The Silver Ferns beat Australia and we hand out a Phrase That Pays winner Our challenge to sneak “dingbat”, “bumfuzzled” and “Toni Street” into a live arena presentation Justin Bieber’s New Zealand photo dump and Ben’s expensive borrowed-car mishap When borrowing goes bad, including a PlayStation that was accidentally sold Megan reveals the cosmetic procedure she wants after an earring injury A special behind-the-scenes Olivia Dean story featuring a Māori welcome, a gifted taonga and a young drummer’s unforgettable moment  The school fundraiser fight that escalated dramatically on the dance floor Harry Styles opens up about the positive lesson he learned from an ex  Listeners share the surprising skills and life lessons their exes taught them   Join the Itty Bitty Hitty Committee HERE!Instagram:  @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & Megan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Megan Papas reveals the unexpected cosmetic procedure she’s considering after a breastfeeding accident left her earlobe worse for wear...   Join the Itty Bitty Hitty Committee HERE!Instagram:  @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & Megan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Today’s Show:  Jono meets a plumber who insists they’ve met before… but have they really?  New Zealanders weigh in on whether a phone conversation counts as “meeting” someone Record petrol prices spark frustration as callers reveal what they’re paying around the country Olivia Dean fever continues with show details, set times and rumours she’s already in New Zealand  Why Kiwis constantly say “no stress if not” and whether it deserves its own merch line Jono reveals why he’s carrying baby wipes everywhere he goes  What products are you secretly using that weren’t really designed for you? Megan shares a Mental Health Awareness Week message about normalising emotions in front of your kids New Zealand’s passport earns a top-10 global ranking A mum shares the incredible story of delivering her baby at 25 weeks while home alone Brent Eccles joins the show with all the latest from Western Springs ahead of Olivia Dean’s big Auckland concert Join the Itty Bitty Hitty Committee HERE!Instagram:  @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & Megan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

During Mental Health Awareness Week, Megan opens up about her own journey and why she’s stopped pretending everything’s fine in front of her children.    Join the Itty Bitty Hitty Committee HERE!Instagram:  @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & Megan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Today’s Show: Jono's Daughter, Poppy, gives her hilarious review of the leaders' debate after being made to watch it at school. Megan accidentally says "back in my day" and questions whether she's officially getting old. Jono shares an intense Uber ride where a road rage incident erupted right in front of him. The team discusses fans who have seen the same artist multiple times, including a staff member seeing BTS seven times in one year. Jono explains how he nearly walked up to the Prime Minister while spinning a pair of scissors, before the boss stepped in to stop him. Megan embodies Sporty Spice.  Jono forgets to return a wolf costume after promising he'd sort it. Matty and PJ check in from California, sharing stories from Disneyland, helicopter rides, golf plans and Matty's new silver chain. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We chat to a trusty source who reveals Justin Bieber has been spotted in New Zealand... playing golf.  Join the Itty Bitty Hitty Committee HERE!Instagram:  @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & Megan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jono got a little too close to the Prime Minister... while spinning a pair of scissors on his finger. Join the Itty Bitty Hitty Committee HERE!Instagram:  @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & Megan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Aiken joined us in studio to have a chat about his new show,and remembering the legendary Nigel Latta See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s show: Ben mysteriously disappears after just two days back at work and the annual leave tally heats up The awkward hotel room misunderstanding that left reception with all the wrong ideas  Megan reveals the very specific video that calms her down after watching scary movies  The rise of the “man diva” and the most dramatic men in listeners’ lives Economist Brad Olsen explains why fuel prices have gone through the roof again New England holiday giveaway and a chance to see Sense & Sensibility Megan’s daughter makes a spooky prediction that comes true the very next day  Olivia Dean fever takes over ahead of her New Zealand show A friendship is tested after a baby name gets stolen for a dog  Megan opens up about Shane Gillis’ controversial SNL monologue and the wider conversation around misogyny See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.