Jono, Ben & Megan - The Podcast

On today’s show: (00:00) A huge Warriors injury sparks a chat about the most innocent ways people have pulled muscles... (07:25) Producer Troy sorted a newspaper ad for our parade ... but there’s one very big problem with the address he gave (11:50) Megan accidentally ruins her husband’s shorts while trying to help! (15:20) Ben learns the dangers of not backing up your partner during a parenting debate (17:20) Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown drops in with big news about Jono becoming an official town crier (21:30) Dear Megan: A couple can’t agree if their relationship is 17, 16, or 8 years long after a one-year break (28:55) Jono gets caught pulling a panic face at a reversing car (31:30) Producer Grace interrupts her sacred Friday nap to perform an act of neighbourhood heroism (35:00) Jono hits the streets collecting raffle prizes and starts to feel like a professional scammer (37:20) A complete stranger shares some life-changing personal news with Jono while waiting at the pedestrian crossing   Join the Itty Bitty Hitty Committee HERE!Instagram:  @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & Megan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Boyce admits he completely broke the parenting united front when his wife made a bold claim about legally having to wear shoes in the gym. One fact-check later, and he was in far more trouble than his daughter...   Join the Itty Bitty Hitty Committee HERE!Instagram:  @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & Megan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A driver reverses a little too close for comfort, and Jono Pryor's panicked facial expression says it all. Unfortunately, the other driver’s camera caught the whole thing and called him out on it!   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: (00:00) Megan discovers she was getting married on the exact day Andrew was celebrating his 16th birthday... (03:20) Plans ramp up for the World's Shortest Parade in Masterton and Ben is offered a very short stint as mayor! (10:45) Ben's frustrating attempt to track down a missing receipt while standing in a shop queue  (13:30) Elton John’s kneecap necklace sparks stories of the unusual body parts people have kept  (21:10) Jono pretends to know what he’s talking about during a very serious wine conversation  (28:40) A Monday morning welfare check for Megan as she worries sickness is on the way    Join the Itty Bitty Hitty Committee HERE!Instagram:  @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & Megan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We find out the Masterton Mayor won’t actually be at our parade! But will she let Ben be honorary mayor for 60 seconds? 👀   Join the Itty Bitty Hitty Committee HERE!Instagram:  @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & Megan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben tried to exchange something he’d bought but had forgotten the receipt. A quick text home turned into an increasingly frustrating scavenger hunt, only for him to realise the whole problem was down to his terrible description...   Join the Itty Bitty Hitty Committee HERE!Instagram:  @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & Megan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A basketball sideline chat takes an unexpected turn when Jono gets mistaken for a wine connoisseur. Faced with talk of blackcurrants, smoky notes and vintage drops, he has no choice but to bluff his way through it...    Join the Itty Bitty Hitty Committee HERE!Instagram:  @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & Megan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One year ago this week... Years after accidentally taking out an eight-year-old on a Fiji water slide, Ben comes face-to-face with his dad again.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Missed the show this week? Don’t worry! We’ve wrapped up all the greatest hits into one easy listen. (03:20) Jono asks the dumbest moon question and leaves Producer Grace stumped (10:45) Ben experiences an emotional milestone as Sienna heads off to her first school ball (21:15) Could MySpace be making a comeback? Plus Megan reveals her iconic username: MusicMinx And plenty more chaos from the week 👀    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:   (00:00) PJ Harding gets the hard sell to become Grand Marshal of our costume parade  (04:40) Producer Troy’s friend pulls the ultra rare flocked Bullseye collectible from a single Woolworths purchase (08:20) The team debates what the rare Bullseye is actually worth  (12:00) A neighbour is caught wearing a stolen school rugby jersey… complete with the owner’s name on it  (15:25) Megan’s blood donation trip takes an unexpected turn after loading up on snacks first  (19:35) Shane Cameron reveals the unusual way he used to get to school  (26:20) Jono accidentally buys 20 litres of cleaning product trying to help out a mate   Join the Itty Bitty Hitty Committee HERE!Instagram:  @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & Megan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A neighbour goes to confront someone about missing clothes and gets the most unbelievable response imaginable. The only problem? The guy answering the door is literally wearing the stolen rugby jersey with the owner’s name on it....     Join the Itty Bitty Hitty Committee HERE!Instagram:  @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & Megan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After proudly telling everyone she was off to save lives, Megan turned up to donate blood only to discover she wasn't actually allowed to...   Join the Itty Bitty Hitty Committee HERE!Instagram:  @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & Megan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From riding a horse to school on the East Coast to sharing the ring with Mike Tyson, former heavyweight boxer Shane Cameron joins us to talk about his new autobiography Mountain Warrior. He shares incredible stories from his career, reflects on life after boxing, reveals the best advice Tyson ever gave him, and opens up about the challenges, injuries, and lessons that shaped his journey.    Join the Itty Bitty Hitty Committee HERE!Instagram:  @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s show: (00:00) Producer Troy rates Laufey as the greatest concert he’s ever attended and discovers he might be the oldest guy in the crowd (04:25) The emotional highs and lows of finally completing the Disney Ooshie collection (07:35) Incredible stories from listeners who got lost as kids, including a six-hour disappearance in Spain (11:25) Has Producer Troy ruined Ben’s parade by caving on this one thing? (15:55) A motel getaway is interrupted when Megan's son accidentally sets multiple alarm clocks for the middle of the night (18:50) Producer Troy scores an unbelievable Uber One retention deal and listeners share the perks they got for threatening to leave (24:10) What are you known for in your hometown? From school mishaps to getting stuck in a shower cubicle (35:25) How long did it take to name your baby? One family waited six weeks before deciding (41:35) Ben's wife joins the show to decide whether his costume collection has finally earned its place in the garage (44:20) New York’s Nicole Ryan chats MySpace’s comeback and concerns around Ariana Grande stepping back from the spotlight Join the Itty Bitty Hitty Committee HERE!   Join the Itty Bitty Hitty Committee HERE!Instagram:  @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jono gets transported straight back to the arcade days, where Street Fighter moves were closely guarded secrets. Before the internet, gaming tips were passed down through an underground network of kids like ancient wisdom...    Join the Itty Bitty Hitty Committee HERE!Instagram:  @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We catch up with our entertainment reporter Nicole for a nostalgic chat about MySpace’s ruthless Top 8, Ariana Grande, fame, and the pressures of life in the spotlight.   Join the Itty Bitty Hitty Committee HERE!Instagram:  @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A family getaway took a turn when Megan's son accidentally programmed not one but TWO hotel alarm clocks to go off in the middle of the night. Just when they got back to sleep, round two arrived...    Join the Itty Bitty Hitty Committee HERE!Instagram:  @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s show: (00:00) Why Jono spends 55 minutes on hold only to be told the office is closed... (02:15) Ben explains why his Snapchat circle is extremely exclusive (05:30) Jono admits to taking hotel key cards which sparks a huge debate. Do hotels actually care if guests take their swipe cards home? (12:20) Megan reveals the petty workplace revenge that brought her joy (17:40) Jono is SICK of the Ooshies craze as it take over our office...(29:25) Ben’s costume collection finally gets support from an unlikely region and we chat to the mayor (33:30) Megan experiences every parent’s worst nightmare when her son seemingly disappears after school   Join the Itty Bitty Hitty Committee HERE!Instagram:  @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After Megan Papa's reveals she's great at holding grudges but terrible at actual revenge, she shares the sneaky elevator stunt she pulled on a colleague she's been quietly feuding with...   Join the Itty Bitty Hitty Committee HERE!Instagram:  @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Ooshie obsession has officially taken over. From secret workplace swap meets to schoolyard trading tactics, we share just how far people are going to complete their collections and remembers the collectibles that ruled their childhoods...   Join the Itty Bitty Hitty Committee HERE!Instagram:  @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s show: (00:00) Megan Papa's finds herself accused of workplace theft after taking a cutting from an office plant (03:50) Jono declares war on Woolworths collectibles and the nation’s obsession with Ushies! (05:50) Dear Megan: A husband says he’s no longer attracted to his wife after a dramatic makeover (14:00) Producer Grace reveals how she’s scoring free café rewards from everyone’s coffee orders (17:40) How Megan accidentally becomes a babysitter during a visit to a public spa pool (21:25) Could MySpace make a comeback? Plus Megan reveals her old username, “MusicMinx” (28:25) The gym’s coolest guy gives compliments Bens Toy Story hat (31:50) Ben’s costume collection is causing trouble at home and a parade might be the solution(40:15) SyNphony Festival Music Director Dick Johnson and LAB’s Joel Shadbolt join the show! (46:00) The coolest thing you’ve ever lived next to, from Taco Bell to Disneyland   Join the Itty Bitty Hitty Committee HERE!Instagram:  @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Could MySpace really be making a comeback? We dive into the return of the original social media platform, reminisce about profile songs and Top 8 friends, and uncover Megan's unforgettable MySpace name: MusicMinx. Then listeners call in to share their most cringe-worthy old usernames!   Join the Itty Bitty Hitty Committee HERE!Instagram:  @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Megan Papa's relaxing family spa trip takes an unexpected turn when a toddler is left floating solo in the middle of their spa pool. The team debates when someone else's kid suddenly becomes your responsibility...   Join the Itty Bitty Hitty Committee HERE!Instagram:  @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben gets the ultimate compliment from the cool guy at the gym, while his Toy Story backpack proves once again that not everyone is a fan...   Join the Itty Bitty Hitty Committee HERE!Instagram:  @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's show: (00:00) Ben Boyce's mum gets completely traumatised by a horror movie recommendation (04:10) The movies we wish we’d never watched and the callers who are still scarred (10:10) School ball season is here, and Ben somehow becomes the centre of attention at his daughter's pre-ball celebrations... despite agreeing he wouldn't (14:25) Ben’s missing suitcase wheel makes an unbelievable return (17:20) Producer Grace is stunned when Jono Pryor asks whether the Moon is bigger than Earth, sparking a surprisingly heated debate! (28:00) Ben signs up for a Hobbiton fun run and now has to start training  (31:55) A barbecue sauce disaster leaves one house looking like a crime scene  (35:25) People who were told they’d never make it but proved everyone wrong  (41:00) Ben’s inflatable costume collection sparks plans for a parade    Join the Itty Bitty Hitty Committee HERE!Instagram:  @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

School ball season is in full swing, and while dropping his daughter off for her first ball, Ben Boyce found himself in an unexpected situation stealing the spotlight from his daughter...   Join the Itty Bitty Hitty Committee HERE!Instagram:  @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A simple question from Jono, "Is the moon the same size as Earth?", turned into a four-day argument with Producer Grace convinced it might be the dumbest thing she's ever heard. But after opening the phones, it turns out Jono isn't alone...    Join the Itty Bitty Hitty Committee HERE!Instagram:  @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One year ago this week... Jono and Ben convince Megan she missed a Liam Lawson interview and It ends in tears.   Join the Itty Bitty Hitty Committee HERE!Instagram:  @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Missed the show this week? Don’t worry! We’ve wrapped up all the greatest Hits into one easy listen. (03:10) Megan's son discovers where chicken drumsticks really come from (05:50) Jono admits he hid in a toilet cubicle for 11 minutes to avoid a conversation at work... (10:40) The update from pie-maker Jason after the prestigious Bakels Pie Awards (14:05) An awkward first-meeting hug leaves Ben needing to explain himself And plenty more chaos from the week 👀    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:  (00:00) Jono sparks an office scandal after accidentally calling a colleague “babe”… or was it “bud”? The colleague herself joins the show to settle the debate. (04:25) Ben’s costume collection is causing chaos at home, and Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown weighs in on the idea of a Queen Street parade! (08:35) Megan reveals the one question her husband Andrew still refuses to answer, leading to a very spirited on-air defence.  (19:35) Ben takes his costume museum pitch directly to Te Papa… dressed as a deflating blow-up horse.  (23:30) The team debates battery anxiety after Megan’s phone survives an entire day on fumes.  (30:20) Ben admits he’s more invested in collecting supermarket Ooshies than his own kids.  (32:50) Commonwealth Games gold medallist Eliza McCartney joins the show to reflect on an emotional victory and carrying the New Zealand flag.  (37:50) Former England and Chelsea goalkeeper Carly Telford talks football, penalty shootouts, and bringing one of the world’s biggest clubs to New Zealand.   Join the Itty Bitty Hitty Committee HERE!Instagram:  @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Megan Papas' thought she knew everything about her husband Andrew... until one question stopped him in his tracks. When she asked how many people he'd slept with before they met... his mysterious response was: "You've got to remember, I went on tour with a boy band." Naturally, the team couldn't let it go and called Andrew live on air!!   Join the Itty Bitty Hitty Committee HERE!Instagram:  @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What happens when the kids stop caring, but the parents keep collecting? Ben Boyce reveals he's the real Ooshies superfan in his household as he tries to convince his teenagers to join him at a swap meet...    Join the Itty Bitty Hitty Committee HERE!Instagram:  @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s show:  (00:00) Airport chaos as Megan Papas' loses her brand-new sunglasses and Ben discovers the broken suitcase wheel at the airport was actually his! (03:50) Megan’s son has an existential crisis after realising a roast chicken is, in fact, a chicken (06:25) We pitch to Te Papa the idea of preserving Ben’s costumes in their collection... (09:50) Megan gets mysteriously upgraded at the Wellington hotel while everyone else is left behind. (13:10) What's the fastest you've ever lost something? A listener almost lost their $10,000 engagement ring! (24:00) Jono Pryor reveals debt collectors have been in touch after forgetting to pay the family phone bill for months (26:00) How social media helped Ben Boyce find his lost drivers license (28:20) The team debates the best way to de-ice a windscreen, resulting in listener hacks and the questionable "Megan Method".   Join the Itty Bitty Hitty Committee HERE!Instagram:  @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We arrive in Wellington, but one team member scores a surprise hotel upgrade... and Ben and Jono are not taking it well.   Join the Itty Bitty Hitty Committee HERE!Instagram:  @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jono recalls the time an MC gig at Te Papa went disastrously wrong, ending with a run-in with a giant soldier exhibit and a very bloody forehead...   Join the Itty Bitty Hitty Committee HERE!Instagram:  @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Social media star, author and proud dad Louis Davis joins Jono, Ben & Megan to celebrate the release of his new book, The Modern Dad. Louis opens up about the realities of parenting, why becoming a father gave him a new appreciation for his own parents, and the challenges of sharing the most personal parts of his life. He also reflects on his incredible journey from making videos as a university assignment to being recognised around the world, while still calling the small coastal community he grew up in home. Plus, the story behind the viral KFC wedding photos, sharing kai with celebrities, and how he looked to Jono and Ben's unconventional success in media as proof that making a career from entertaining people was possible!   Join the Itty Bitty Hitty Committee HERE!Instagram:  @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

**Content Warning from 18:30 to 23:10 there is discussion of eating disorders. Some listeners may find these topics distressing or triggering. Please take care while listening and seek support if needed** On today’s show:  (00:00) Jono Pryor reveals the extreme lengths he went to avoid an awkward catch-up at work, including an 11-minute stint hiding in a toilet cubicle. (02:20) Ben Boyce's costume collection saga continues as Amanda delivers a brutal update on the “use them or lose them” ultimatum. (07:10) The team debates a viral dilemma: take $50,000 guaranteed or flip a coin for a shot at $1 million. (15:30) Ben claims he’s finally earning schoolyard cred thanks to his surprisingly popular homemade lunch buns...  (18:40) Megan Papa's opens up about her experience with an eating disorder and body image, prompting an emotional response from listeners. (26:40) Pie Awards winner Jason joins the show after taking home gold for New Zealand’s best mince and gravy pie.  (30:10) Producer Grace Hilliam asks the important question: if she turned into a worm, would she still have a job? (32:40) The team discovers they’re slowly turning into their parents, one whole apple core at a time.   Join the Itty Bitty Hitty Committee HERE!Instagram:  @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jono has picked up one of his dad's most unusual habits: eating an entire apple, core included. The conversation quickly spirals into the strange ways we all become our parents eventually...   Join the Itty Bitty Hitty Committee HERE!Instagram:  @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Content Warning: This episode contains discussion of eating disorders, body image, weight loss, diet culture and mental health. Some listeners may find these topics distressing or triggering. Please take care while listening and seek support if needed. In this deeply personal chat, Megan shares for the first time her experience living with an eating disorder and her journey through recovery. Prompted by recent conversations online about celebrity bodies and changing beauty standards, she reflects on the impact of diet culture, the pressure to be thin, and why she fears society may be moving backwards. If you or someone you know is struggling, this conversation serves as a reminder that help is available and recovery is possible.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s show:  (00:00) Megan calls in sick at 4:00am and Ben questions whether her cough is doing a little too much acting... (03:10) A disastrous American national anthem performance has us revisiting Fergie’s infamous rendition (06:40) Celebrity encounters gone wrong, including someone unknowingly taking a photo for James Cameron (10:20) Producer Grace reveals how eating three packs of mints landed her in a wheelchair (12:00) We debate whether parents really miss the mess kids leave behind... (15:00) Ben’s garage full of costumes sparks a “use it or lose it” ultimatum from his wife (28:50) Troy’s unexpected obsession with high school productions leads us to celebrate the best minor roles ever played on stage (35:42) Paddy Gower joins us to discuss his investigation into illegal peptides being imported into New Zealand and why authorities are concerned   Join the Itty Bitty Hitty Committee HERE!Instagram:  @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A chewing gum warning label sparks panic! We confesses to never reading terms and conditions, and a sausage sizzle road trip leads to an unforgettable laxative story...     Join the Itty Bitty Hitty Committee HERE!Instagram:  @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How easy is it to buy an illegal peptide drug in New Zealand? Paddy Gower shares what happened when he ordered unapproved weight-loss medication directly from China through an Instagram ad. The conversation explores the booming peptide market, customs challenges, health risks, and why experts believe these drugs are about to become even more popular.   Join the Itty Bitty Hitty Committee HERE!Instagram:  @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s show:  (00:00) A WhatsApp group donation drive takes a wild turn when one newly added member doesn’t realise he can’t see the chat history. (03:10) Megan’s son starts demanding crust-free sandwiches after a certain radio host spoiled him. (06:00) Ben’s costume collection has officially taken over the garage, and his wife issues a "use them or lose them" ultimatum. (15:10) The team share things they were “today years old” when they discovered, from grapefruit myths to car light misconceptions and where your tongue actually rests. (25:00) Ben admits to driving a luxury Audi R8 like a nervous learner driver. (27:40) Karen Burger joins the show after the Silver Ferns win Commonwealth Games gold for the first time in 16 years.  (32:45) Producer Troy faces the consequences after rating his partner’s cooking.  (36:00) James McOnie gives us his Commonwealth Games highlights before heading to the closing ceremony. (40:20) And what fitness equipment in your house is now being used for something completely different?   Join the Itty Bitty Hitty Committee HERE!Instagram:  @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What’s something you discovered way later than you should have? From the truth about grapefruit and contraception to where your tongue actually rests in your mouth, we share the facts we were embarrassingly late to learn...   Join the Itty Bitty Hitty Committee HERE!Instagram:  @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After giving his partner's home-cooked meal a brutal 6.5/10 rating, Producer Troy quickly learns there are consequences...   Join the Itty Bitty Hitty Committee HERE!Instagram:  @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Megan Papa's son has started demanding his sandwich crusts be cut off... all because Jono did it once while babysitting "Well Jono did it".   Join the Itty Bitty Hitty Committee HERE!Instagram:  @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s show:  (00:00) We check our shocking screen time stats after speaking to a phone addiction expert(03:20) Jono’s mystery app sparks a hilarious guessing game... and the answer is peak boomer behaviour(08:30) The old-school playground insults and sayings we haven’t heard in years(12:30) We discover how all of us ignored the same work email chain(14:45) Megan shares the unexpectedly motivational bedtime wisdom from his three-year-old daughter(17:20) Tough love vs being babied: the parenting debate continues(20:55) Producer Grace gets called out for still having her parents cover some of her bills(24:15) Commonwealth Games gold medallist Zoe Hobbs joins us after her incredible 100m victory   Join the Itty Bitty Hitty Committee HERE!Instagram:  @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How much screen time is too much? We chat with Francis from Touch Grass, a new New Zealand service helping young people and families navigate screen, gaming and gambling addiction.  We dive into why apps are designed to keep us scrolling, the warning signs of addiction, how social media is impacting young people's sleep and mental health, and whether an outright ban is really the answer. Plus, the team compares their own screen time stats... and one of us may have a problem.  If you've ever lost an hour to TikTok, doom scrolled before bed, or wondered how to help your kids build a healthier relationship with technology, this conversation is packed with practical advice and eye-opening insights.    Join the Itty Bitty Hitty Committee HERE!Instagram:  @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fresh off her Commonwealth Games gold medal, Zoe Hobbs joins us to relive the moment she stood on the podium, heard the New Zealand anthem, and saw the flag raised. She shares the emotions behind her historic win, reveals she was once told to consider events other than the 100 metres, and explains how she handled racing through torrential rain before clocking an incredible 10.93 seconds. Plus we look back at Jono's attempt to race Zoe and why he definitely shouldn't take any credit for her success...   Join the Itty Bitty Hitty Committee HERE!Instagram:  @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s show: (00:00) Listeners share the moments when a bad day suddenly got a whole lot worse (09:25) Jono fully embraces his new role as the office Town Pryor (11:50) Ben reveals his latest addition to the ever-growing backpack collection (14:50) We go LIVE to Glasgow to chat with Anthony Capaldi and get him to say some hilarious words in his Scottish accent.. (18:50) The tough love tactics your parents used that actually worked (30:40) Can a slice of cheese help you fall asleep? Ben investigates (00:00) New York entertainment correspondent Nicole Ryan joins us to chat SyDney Sweeney in NZ! (33:00)Is July too early to start planning Christmas? (40:15) Ben's wife reveals the quirky habits he probably wishes she hadn’t shared...  (43:45) Jono's battle with non-stick frying pans and why they never seem to last   Join the Itty Bitty Hitty Committee HERE!Instagram:  @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.