PODCAST · comedy
Christian & Bella
by i98fm
i98FM's Christian & Bella - the Illawarra's #1 radio show!The team are cheeky, relatable, and keep you up to date with what’s happening in the Illawarra and around the world. There's no shortage of laughter and games whilst delivering the latest news, sport and entertainment. Enjoy!
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Best Bits: Idris Elba’s in the Illawarra?! 👀
An elderly Bonnie and Clyde duo has everyone talking, Spotify is cracking down on AI-generated music, Bella gets put through a training session, and after multiple Idris Elba sightings in the Illawarra, we head to North Gong Beach to investigate. Plus, Lord Mayor Tania Brown Joins us to tell us why Wollongong has become the first city in the world to partner with Canva. Christian and Bella for Breakfast on i98FM!Listen Live on i98fm.com.au.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & TiktokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Best Bits: The Blurter
A fish in the ocean somehow becomes headline news, there's a mystery hiding in someone's back door, and we dive into the little white lies parents tell for their kids. Plus, Wollongong Wolves Head Coach Luke Wilkshire drops by with a special surprise for Bella. Christian and Bella for Breakfast on i98FM!Listen Live on i98fm.com.au.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & TiktokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Best Bits: Bella’s Former Soccer Coach Spills the Tea
The FIFA World Cup is almost over! Christian and Bella chat all things Closing Ceremony, debate who makes the kiss noise in a relationship, ask whether captions belong on every video, open the phones for Whinge Away Wednesday, and Bella catches up with her former Under 9s soccer coach! Christian and Bella for Breakfast on i98FM!Listen Live on i98fm.com.au.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & TiktokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Best Bits: Who was in Christian's Mouth?!
Bella reveals what's mysteriously ended up in her mouth, Christian and Bella unpack the latest bird flu concerns, chat about Travel Guides visiting the Illawarra, discover the surprisingly "unmanly" things blokes secretly love, and Bella boldly declares she's basically a former Matilda who could've slotted one home in the Socceroos' World Cup penalty shootout. Christian and Bella for Breakfast on i98FM!Listen Live on i98fm.com.au.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & TiktokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Best Bits: Roof Rats
A worm was found living inside a man for years… 🤢 Plus, what’s hiding in Bella’s roof, The Illawarra's Biggest Age Gaps, FIFA World Cup halftime show talk, and the travel destinations that just didn't live up to the hype.Christian and Bella for Breakfast on i98FM!Listen Live on i98fm.com.au.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & TiktokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Best Bits: Who Farted?
Can Australia break the decibel record before taking on Paraguay? We do our part by putting a cheeky curse on the opposition, dream about our next holiday destinations, and find out who Pickle is backing in his latest World Cup prediction. Christian and Bella for Breakfast on i98FM!Listen Live on i98fm.com.au.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & TiktokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Best Bits: Ally Langdon Has A Secret 👀
Is Darryl Braithwaite really hanging up the microphone? We unpack his retirement, put the call out for local whale watchers, chat with the legendary Harlem Globetrotters, celebrate Ally Langdon’s Gold Logie nomination, and hear the things parents claimed were “for the kids” that were very clearly for themselves.Christian and Bella for Breakfast on i98FM!Listen Live on i98fm.com.au.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & TiktokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Illawarra, Take Me There
What happens when Christian & Bella decide the Illawarra deserves its own anthem? From Sea Cliff Bridge to Shellharbour, the Hawks, the Dragons and everything in between, Illawarra, Take Me There is our love letter to the region we call home. Hear the full song and celebrate the people and places that make the Illawarra so special.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Best Bits: How To Get Work Off On Friday - Guaranteed
The T-Pain/Tim Payne mistaken identity saga, the social media videos we simply can't stop watching, and a passionate debate on whether the Socceroos deserve a national half-day. Plus, the world premiere of our AI-powered Illawarra Take Me There music video and the over-commitment that turned a trivia night into a scheduling disaster. Christian and Bella for Breakfast on i98FM!Listen Live on i98fm.com.au.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & TiktokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Illawarra, Take Me There: Full Song
What happens when Christian & Bella decide the Illawarra deserves its own anthem? From Sea Cliff Bridge to Shellharbour, the Hawks, the Dragons and everything in between, Illawarra, Take Me There is our love letter to the region we call home. Hear the full song and celebrate the people and places that make the Illawarra so special.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Best Bits: Puppies & Pink Eye
Bird flu has officially landed in Australia, Aussie football fans are gearing up to take on the USA with some uniquely Australian chants, and Bella delivers her spoiler-free review of Toy Story 5. Plus, could you have picked a better photo? And we hear your stories of having the best intentions — including one listener whose dog somehow ended up giving another dog pink eye.Christian and Bella for Breakfast on i98FM!Listen Live on i98fm.com.au.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & TiktokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Best Bits: Is This The Greatest Song Of All Time?
Pickle makes his prediction for Australia v USA, SBS lead commentator Claudio Fabiano previews the World Cup blockbuster, and Christian & Bella unveil their AI-generated Illawarra anthem, Illawarra Take Me There — inspired by the viral “First Time in Puerto Rico” trend. Plus, Emma's News and the hilarious moment Christian and Bella realised they were getting old. Christian and Bella for Breakfast on i98FM!Listen Live on i98fm.com.au.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & TiktokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Best Bits: Hideous Ogre, Delusional Donkey
Christian & Bella chat about the discovery of a Tasmanian Devil, tackle a Shrek 5 inspired would you rather, and unpack the comments from former US soccer player Mike Grella after he took aim at Australian football fans during the World Cup. Plus, how does Wollongong’s water compare to the rest of the country? And Christian shares an update on his vape journey. Catch all the best moments from Christian & Bella on i98FM. Christian and Bella for Breakfast on i98FM!Listen Live on i98fm.com.au.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & TiktokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Best Bits: Freddy Fittler, Football Chants & What's In A Name?
Christian and Bella dive into some of the wildest soccer chants from around the world, uncover the story behind Bella's daughter's name, chat with financial expert Effie Zahos about interest rates staying on hold, and catch up with Brad Fittler ahead of another huge State of Origin clash. Christian and Bella for Breakfast on i98FM!Listen Live on i98fm.com.au.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & TiktokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Best Bits: Still not over Molly😢
Australian TV turns 70 and Christian and Bella celebrate some of the biggest moments from the small screen. Emma accidentally reveals that neither of them made her Close Friends list, sparking a workplace debate, while listeners share the posts they accidentally uploaded for everyone to see. Plus, inspired by Rod Stewart's controversial "sick day", we hear from listeners who got caught chucking a sickie when they definitely weren't sick.Christian and Bella for Breakfast on i98FM!Listen Live on i98fm.com.au.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & TiktokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Best Bits: The World Custard Pie Cup
The Socceroos are off to a winning start at the FIFA World Cup, and Christian and Bella break down Australia's victory over Türkiye with former Socceroo Luke Wilkshire. Plus, the weekend’s Custard Pie Competition, major news from Jamberoo Action Park, and listeners help crown the greatest Australian song of all time. Christian and Bella for Breakfast on i98FM!Listen Live on i98fm.com.au.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & TiktokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Best Bits: Tom Brady's "Comeback"
The Knicks pull off a historic comeback in the NBA Finals, Pickle shares his World Cup prediction, SBS commentator Claudio Fabiano joins us ahead of the biggest FIFA World Cup ever, and we ask the surprisingly divisive parenting question: when is it okay to let your kids swear? Plus plenty of laughs with Christian & Bella for Breakfast on i98FM.Christian and Bella for Breakfast on i98FM!Listen Live on i98fm.com.au.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & TiktokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Best Bits: The Circle Of Life
The world's most expensive sandwich isn't what you'd expect, Christian & Bella tackle some surprisingly tricky World Cup country names, a tiny Tigers fan wins hearts, and the team debates the greatest Disney song of all time. Catch all the laughs on Christian & Bella for Breakfast on i98FM.Christian and Bella for Breakfast on i98FM!Listen Live on i98fm.com.au.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & TiktokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Best Bits: Droopy Lips and Jail
The Illawarra Scream Club is growing fast, a woman makes a shocking discovery hiding in her roof, and one caller reveals surprising secrets from life inside jail. Plus, Bella's sister borrowed a vacuum, broke it, and somehow kept vacuuming anyway. Catch all the laughs, stories and local chaos with Christian & Bella for Breakfast on i98FM.Christian and Bella for Breakfast on i98FM!Listen Live on i98fm.com.au.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & TiktokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Best Bits: Claws Down
Christian & Bella unpack the Wests Tigers' tough weekend, the USA coach stirring up drama ahead of Australia's World Cup campaign, and why "67" has become the universal language after a massive '67' weekend. Plus, cockatoos are causing chaos in Windang, and Christian spots a teenager wearing something that has us asking: what needs to make a comeback in 2026? Catch up on all the laughs and local chat from today's show on i98FM. Christian and Bella for Breakfast on i98FM!Listen Live on i98fm.com.au.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & TiktokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Best Bits: Demon Karaoke
How did you discover someone was having an affair? The Illawarra shares some unbelievable stories. We also hear about the customer who slipped on mashed potatoes at an Outback Steakhouse, Dean Young joins us after the Dragons' impressive win, and Bella's attempt at singing Simply The Best leaves Christian questioning whether a demon had entered the studio. Catch up on all the laughs with Christian & Bella for Breakfast on i98FM. Christian and Bella for Breakfast on i98FM!Listen Live on i98fm.com.au.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & TiktokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Best Bits: He Had a Big, MASSIVE, Thick Frame
A mystery man has been spotted walking two dogs around the Illawarra... but now he's only walking one, and Christian & Bella are officially investigating. Bella falls for an old-school scam (yes, again). We put our grocery price knowledge to the test in The Price Is Wrong, uncover where soccer really came from ahead of the World Cup, and find out if we passed our Ps test challenge. Catch up on all the laughs with Christian & Bella for Breakfast on i98FM. Christian and Bella for Breakfast on i98FM!Listen Live on i98fm.com.au.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & TiktokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Best Bits: What Does The Wind Sound Like?
What bizarre items are people leaving behind in Ubers? Christian and Bella dive into the latest Uber Lost & Found list, Bella shares the chaos of teaching her sister how to drive, and the Illawarra's worst driving habits are put under the spotlight. Plus, why asking ChatGPT when you're feeling brave might not always go to plan. Catch up with Christian & Bella for Breakfast on i98FM. Christian and Bella for Breakfast on i98FM!Listen Live on i98fm.com.au.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & TiktokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Best Bits: Flaps
Bella reveals which famous Australian actress she unexpectedly met, Christian shares the Netflix movie he switched off before it ended, and we uncover the surprising thing men can do to attract a partner. Plus, Susan Boyle's dramatic new look and an incredible dog rescue story from Batemans Bay. Catch up on all the laughs with Christian & Bella for Breakfast on i98FM. Christian and Bella for Breakfast on i98FM!Listen Live on i98fm.com.au.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & TiktokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Best Bits: The Gen Z Shuffle
The Dragons finally got their first win of the season and captain Damien Cook joined Christian & Bella to break down the huge result. Plus, why Gen Z are suddenly obsessed with old-school tech, the New Zealand footballer who gained a flood of followers overnight, and the growing debate around whether fireworks are making a comeback as an alternative to drone shows. It's a packed show with sport, trends and plenty of laughs along the way.Christian and Bella for Breakfast on i98FM!Listen Live on i98fm.com.au.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & TiktokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Bonus: Cookie pinpoints the moment that turned the Dragons' season around
After the Dragons' breakthrough win over the Broncos, Dragons legend Damien Cook joins Christian & Bella to unpack what changed, why the team is finally heading in the right direction, and the crucial moment he believes turned the season around. Plus, the reaction inside the sheds after snapping the losing streak and what it means for the Dragons moving forward. 🐉🔥 Christian and Bella for Breakfast on i98FM!Listen Live on i98fm.com.au.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & TiktokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Best Bits: Blowholes, Cockroaches and Irene
On Today's Show: Can men really land a plane in an emergency… or are they wildly overestimating themselves? We unpack the viral debate, celebrate Kiama being crowned Australia’s top tourism town for the THIRD year running, and dive into where the term “cockroaches” actually came from ahead of State of Origin. Plus, Lynne McGranger joins the show to chat about her new TV show Shark on the Nine Network, and Dr Zoe Condliffe from She Shapes History speaks out after a confronting viral incident in the Illawarra involving young boys harassing women in public. Christian and Bella for Breakfast on i98FM!Listen Live on i98fm.com.au.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & TiktokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Bonus: “This Shouldn’t Happen To Women In The Illawarra” — E-Bike Video Sparks Community Debate
“This is what boys are like.” That chilling comment from teenage girls after an alleged harassment incident on an Illawarra walking tour is now sparking a national conversation. Dr Zoe Condliffe from She Shapes History joins Christian & Bella to reveal what happened when women and young girls were allegedly surrounded by boys on e-bikes in broad daylight — and why the reaction from the girls involved was the most heartbreaking part of all. Christian and Bella for Breakfast on i98FM!Listen Live on i98fm.com.au.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & TiktokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Best Bits: Pugs, Parents & Paul Gallen
Christian’s worst nightmare finally happened, Pickle the Pug predicts tonight’s State of Origin winner, and things got VERY awkward when Bella spoke to Paul Gallen and forgot who she even goes for… Plus, we hand out the Throwback Awards for the best things from the past that deserve a comeback. State of Origin, NRL, rugby league chaos and classic throwback nostalgia all packed into today’s show. Christian and Bella for Breakfast on i98FM!Listen Live on i98fm.com.au.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & TiktokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Best Bits: Catch-A-Knob
On Today's Show: Christian & Bella unpack the latest sky show chaos, Enhanced Games results, Illawarra’s biggest super fans, and take on a practice L’s driving test… with mixed success. Plus, Emma talks about Russian tennis star Karen Khachanov in the news… but Christian & Bella completely mishear the name. Catch up with Illawarra breakfast radio on i98FM.Christian and Bella for Breakfast on i98FM !Listen Live on i98fm.com.au.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & TiktokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Best Bits: Lohzonya?!
Today on the show: Bella completely butchers the Dragons players’ names at Members Day, the Enhanced Games officially begin, fatbergs are costing millions, and the Prime Minister gets asked the important questions… sort of. Plus, the weird food pronunciations your family grew up saying.Christian and Bella for Breakfast on i98FM !Listen Live on i98fm.com.au.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & TiktokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Best Bits: For Your Willy? ... See Dilly
Today on Christian & Bella: a post on a local community page takes a very unexpected turn when someone asks where to get their child circumcised… enter Dilly Willy. Plus, did you catch the meteor lighting up the sky over NSW last night? We unpack the fireball everyone’s talking about. And Christian reveals his new parenting tactic - the bribery system he’s using on his son. Is it genius parenting… or the beginning of the end?Christian and Bella for Breakfast on i98FM!Listen Live on i98fm.com.au.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & TiktokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Best Bits: Was He on Bong Bong Road… or ON the Bongs?
Today on Christian & Bella: Bella somehow manages to make an enemy at the petrol station, a viral Macca’s employee revenge story has everyone talking, Kiama locals are under attack from a rogue swoopy boy magpie, and we hear your absolute worst first date disasters after Bella’s sister had a very unexpected dating experience. Christian and Bella for Breakfast on i98FM!Listen Live on i98fm.com.au.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & TiktokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Best Bits: Bella's OnlyLawn Era
Today on Christian & Bella: Bella pitches a wild new side hustle idea involving bikini lawn mowing and OnlyFans, we unpack a new study claiming office workers are only productive for around three hours a day, discuss plans that could see a future submarine introduced to Port Kembla, and ask the Illawarra: when were you an everyday hero? Christian and Bella for Breakfast on i98FM!Listen Live on i98fm.com.au.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & TiktokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Best Bits: Bella’s Brother Has An Extra Body Part?!
Today on the show, we unpacked the cruise nightmare making headlines after passengers were offered future discounts following a hantavirus scare, ranked some of Australia’s most iconic news themes, and heard your wild stories after someone found a frog in a bag of salad. Plus, Bella’s brother dropped a surprise revelation that sent us down a rabbit hole: what extra body part do you have? Christian and Bella for Breakfast on i98FM!Listen Live on i98fm.com.au.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & TiktokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Best Bits: Bangaranda
Today on the show, we shared the hilarious ways kids completely butcher words. We also unpacked the little things that can instantly ruin your day, recapped all the chaos from Eurovision, and Bella found herself in hot water after arriving late and completely missing Christian’s daughter’s christening… officially putting her in the running for worst co-godmother ever.Christian and Bella for Breakfast on i98FM!Listen Live on i98fm.com.au.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & TiktokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Best Bits: Are The Dragons Sending Us To Sleep
Christian and Bella for Breakfast on i98FM!Listen Live on i98fm.com.au.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & TiktokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Could Metcalf Arrive Earlier? Ben Creagh Responds
The Dragons have signed Luke Metcalf - but when will fans actually see him in the Red V? Christian & Bella caught up with Ben Creagh, who revealed the Warriors want to keep Metcalf for the rest of the season… but admitted “funny things happen in rugby league.” 👀See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Best Bits: John Travolta's Dirty Group Chat
Christian and Bella for Breakfast on i98FM!Listen Live on i98fm.com.au.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & TiktokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Best Bits: Bella’s First Kiss Returned… During A Budget Crisis
Christian and Bella for Breakfast on i98FM!Listen Live on i98fm.com.au.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & TiktokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Best Bits: Robot Monks Like Beer & Vapes?
Christian and Bella for Breakfast on i98FM! Listen Live on i98fm.com.au. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & TiktokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Best Bits: Horses, Hexes & Horrible Habits
Christian and Bella for Breakfast on i98FM! Listen Live on i98fm.com.au. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & TiktokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Best Bits: David Attenborough Loves Your Mum
Christian and Bella for Breakfast on i98FM! Listen Live on i98fm.com.au. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & TiktokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Best Bits: Sage, Sleep & Rat Ships
Christian and Bella for Breakfast on i98FM! Listen Live on i98fm.com.au. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & TiktokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Best Bits: We’ve Officially Become Our Parents
Christian and Bella for Breakfast on i98FM! Listen Live on i98fm.com.au. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & TiktokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Best Bits: The Most Unhinged Aldi Special Buy Yet
Christian and Bella for Breakfast on i98FM! Listen Live on i98fm.com.au. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & TiktokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Best Bits: The Cross Country Challenge Went Wrong
Christian and Bella for Breakfast on i98FM! Listen Live on i98fm.com.au. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & TiktokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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THE BEST BITS - FRIDAY 1ST MAY 2026
On today’s show: Luca YatesBellas Apple SecurityChat Gpt Image 2.0Ethan PhysioTania Brown Outfit Reveal Enjoy!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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THE BEST BITS - THURSDAY 30TH APRIL 2026
On today’s show: Mouse Plague Hot ChocolateIllawarras Best BoganEmma VerranWhat Food Did You Sneak Into The Movies Enjoy! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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THE BEST BITS - WEDNESDAY 29TH APRIL 2026
On today’s show: Lyrics We Didn’t Know Had MeaningGigi Does Cross CountryAlbion Park Community BoardSeagull ImpressionsSettle On A Cross Country Record Enjoy! 🎧See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
i98FM's Christian & Bella - the Illawarra's #1 radio show!The team are cheeky, relatable, and keep you up to date with what’s happening in the Illawarra and around the world. There's no shortage of laughter and games whilst delivering the latest news, sport and entertainment. Enjoy!
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