Joel and Mama Mish chat with Aussie comedy favourite Bev Killick for a hilarious chat about her brand-new show at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival. Bev shares what audiences can expect from her latest stand-up, the stories behind the laughs, and how she continues to keep crowds in stitches. Plus, she spills on her role in the hit Aussie series Deadloch, giving a behind-the-scenes look at the dark comedy that’s won fans everywhere. It’s a cheeky, laugh-filled conversation you won’t want to miss.

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Wake up and roll into your Thursday with Joel & Mama Mish, along with sassy Liam for JOY Breakfast – a funny, cheeky, and delightfully unpredictable morning show that mixes news, nostalgia, and nonsense with a lot of laughs.

Joel and Mama Mish serve up a vibrant mix of theatre love, pop culture and playful chaos in this episode of JOY Breakfast, with Joel sharing his experience seeing The Book of Mormon and listeners chiming in with their favourite musicals, from Mamma Mia! to Hamilton. There’s also some on-air mischief as Sassy and Mama very clearly conspire to ensure Joel loses Closest to the Pin with a very specific Bluey-themed round… a game Mama just happens to know everything about. The duo dive into the latest “Jennifer Watch,” unpacking updates from Jennifer Lopez and Jennifer Aniston, before lifting the mood with feel-good global stories, from climate-saving beavers to everyday acts of kindness. Plus, comedy powerhouse Bev Killick joins the show to share stories from her career, her role in Deadloch, and her latest festival show.

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Joel and Mama Mish chat with Aussie comedian Joshua Hauville about his hilarious new show Joshy in Paris, part of the Melbourne International Comedy Festival. From chaotic adventures in the City of Love to chasing big dreams with even bigger delusions, Joshua shares the inspiration behind the show, what audiences can expect, and the wild real-life moments that shaped it. It’s a laugh-out-loud conversation full of charm, travel mishaps, and comedy gold.

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Wake up and roll into your Thursday with Joel & Mama Mish, along with sassy Liam for JOY Breakfast – a funny, cheeky, and delightfully unpredictable morning show that mixes news, nostalgia, and nonsense with a lot of laughs.

Joel and Mama Mish dial up the chaos and comedy, diving straight into listeners’ most unhinged horror home stories – from mystery hair in drains to possums crashing through ceilings, proving DIY disasters and household nightmares are alive and well. The laughs keep coming with games, cheeky chats and a wildly chaotic set of April horoscopes as Joel takes Mama into the upside-down world for the first time, with both fully embracing the “what could possibly go wrong?” energy. They’re also joined by rising comedy star Joshua Hauville, who brings the madness of his Melbourne International Comedy Festival show Joshy in Paris, sharing stories of love, language fails and gloriously unpredictable performances. It’s all wrapped up with a birthday tribute to everyone’s favourite internet “daddy,” Pedro Pascal

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JOY Breakfast with Brett, Tim & LJ are joined by Alexis Sakellaris, the multilingual, New York-born, Germany-raised performer bringing their hit show A Stan Is Born to the Melbourne International Comedy Festival.

Alexis dives into their international upbringing, culture clashes, and how pop divas like Whitney, Mariah and Beyoncé became their ultimate guides to identity, confidence and performance. The conversation unpacks the evolution from musical theatre to musical comedy, what makes Australian audiences uniquely chaotic (in the best way), and why blending storytelling, music and stand-up is the future of comedy.

Plus, practical advice for anyone wanting to break into comedy, reflections on the European theatre scene, and plenty of JOY Breakfast chaos along the way.

Tickets at: comedyfestival.com.au

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Wake up with JOY Breakfast – the feel-good way to start your day. Join Mietta, Jason & Dr Cat as they unpack the stories everyone’s talking about (and a few you didn’t know you needed), from pop culture moments and internet buzz to politics, health and queer life.

Each episode blends big headlines with sharp opinions, expert insights from Dr Cat, and plenty of laughs along the way.

New episodes every Tuesday 7-9am

This week’s topics: Kelly Holiday AFLW grand final pre-game show bombs and The Wiggles ‘Ecstasy’ MV controversy, the gays and Christmas, bringing back the rom-com (list of top 10), World AIDS Day 2025 (Dr Cat explains), Japanese rental family industry, ‘Mother’s Day’ and ‘Father’s Day’ school celebrations’ impact on queer families, ‘Straight Man News’: (PM Albo’s wedding and Mietta’s thoughts on his son, Robert Irwin’s US Dancing with the Stars win), Jason at Glastonbury Festival “ladies, I don’t camp”, stanning Doechii and Doja Cat, scientists say the brain has five ‘eras’, and the new Oxford Word of the Year

Instagram: @joy949 @joybreakfast

@miettahj_ @themelbourneurbanite (Jason) @nyuroscientist (Cat)

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Irish Mythen (They/Them) is a globally acclaimed artist known for their raw vocal power, magnetic stage presence, and ability to forge deep connections with audiences. Originally from Ireland and now based in Prince Edward Island, Canada, Irish’s career highlights include a JUNO nomination, multiple award wins, and performances at iconic venues like the Sydney Opera House and Glastonbury Festival.

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Round two of the AFL season is upon us and Fi from Chick’s Talkin’ Footy is on top of it all with the Monday Breakfast Footy Fiddle Faddle.

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Joel and Mama Mish sit down with Aussie music icon Ella Hooper for a vibrant chat about her brand-new single I Got Eyes (On You), her incredible journey through the Australian music scene, and what continues to inspire her sound today. Ella also spills on hitting the road with The Waterboys for an exciting upcoming tour, sharing what fans can expect from these live shows. It’s a warm, energetic conversation packed with music, memories, and plenty of star power. ✨

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Wake up and roll into your Thursday with Joel & Mama Mish, along with sassy Liam for JOY Breakfast – a funny, cheeky, and delightfully unpredictable morning show that mixes news, nostalgia, and nonsense with a lot of laughs.

Joel and Mama Mish bring a lively mix of heart, humour and community connection to this episode of JOY Breakfast, diving into listeners’ funniest and most relatable fears – from escalators to magpies – alongside uncanny coincidence stories that prove the universe has a sense of humour. They’re joined by Victoria Police’s LGBTQIA+ Community Manager Jeremy Oliver for an important and informative chat on hate crime awareness, community safety, and recent engagement across regional Victoria, before switching gears with a fun, queer TV round-up for anyone in their post-Deadloch binge slump. The energy continues with Aussie music icon Ella Hooper, who opens up about her bold new single I Got Eyes (On You), her evolving sound, and hitting the road with The Waterboys. Packed with laughs, insight and feel-good moments, it’s your perfect Thursday morning catch-up.

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