Fitzy & Wippa with Kate Ritchie
Talk Show Replays
Sydney radio’s Ryan ‘Fitzy’ Fitzgerald and Michael ‘Wippa’ Wipfli are joined on Nova 96.9 in breakfast and nationally from 6pm by one of Australia’s most loved personalities, Kate Ritchie. Their chemistry creates regular moments that make listeners smile, giggle or just plain LOL – at their own expense. No matter what the topic, the team will have their own unique take on it. The trio will hit the sweet spot with local and international celebrities approaching interviews with fun in mind.
Location:
Cooma, NSW
Genres:
Talk Show Replays
Description:
Sydney radio’s Ryan ‘Fitzy’ Fitzgerald and Michael ‘Wippa’ Wipfli are joined on Nova 96.9 in breakfast and nationally from 6pm by one of Australia’s most loved personalities, Kate Ritchie. Their chemistry creates regular moments that make listeners smile, giggle or just plain LOL – at their own expense. No matter what the topic, the team will have their own unique take on it. The trio will hit the sweet spot with local and international celebrities approaching interviews with fun in mind.
Language:
English
Episodes
Best Bits | 2025’s Viral Madness, Explained by Kate (And We Can’t Stop Laughing)
1/1/2026
In this Episode, we relive the clips and craziness that had the internet talking all year. Kate describes one of the most bizarre viral videos of the year, while we break down the influencer who somehow went viral… despite having zero vocabulary!
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Duration:00:12:39
These Tracks Were More Personal Than You Think
1/1/2026
In this episode of Song To Be, Fitzy looks at how two very raw songs turned into massive moments. Lizzo’s About Damn Time became the ultimate feel good release after a period of pressure and burnout, while Raye’s Escapism came from a much different place!
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Duration:00:10:02
Best Bits | Kate Reveals Her Password Live On Air!
12/31/2025
Kate shares the most common passwords that put us all at risk, while Fitzy dives into whether A.I could actually help tackle your household chores. This episode proves that sometimes the future is closer, and funnier, than you might think!
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Duration:00:13:35
It’s I’m Still Standing - The Play Along Edition #5
12/31/2025
Test Your General Knowledge and play along with Fitzy Wippa and Kate Ritchie as we play I’m Still Standing! Play along in the car, with the kids, when you're bored… anywhere you like!
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Duration:00:08:08
Best Bits | Fitness Myths Busted: Crunches, Diets & More
12/30/2025
We like to tackle common myths and questionable advice that could be holding you back. From the surprising truth about how many crunches you actually need, to 8 things you should ditch from your diet immediately, Fitzy and Wippa break down practical, easy-to-follow tips that make staying healthy less confusing and a lot more fun – except for Wippa… he just likes his food too much!
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Duration:00:13:27
Play Along With Kate Ritchie’s Theme Queen - Part 3
12/30/2025
In This Episode you can play along as Kate Ritchie (Our Theme Queen) is the queen of the theme! Three things with a common theme… you just have to guess what they are to be a winner!
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Duration:00:10:24
Best Bits | Aussie Hollywood Legends In The Studio: Jason Clarke & Russell Crowe 😱
12/29/2025
In this Episode, we celebrate the unforgettable stars who lit up our studio this year. From Jason Clarke’s brilliant stories and candid laughs, to Russell Crowe’s larger-than-life presence and behind-the-scenes anecdotes, this episode is packed with two of Hollywood's absolute stars!
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Duration:00:43:03
From A Romantic Confession To Global Dance Hit! The Real Stories Behind Two Massive Songs
12/29/2025
In this episode of Song To Be, Fitzy breaks down the origins of two hugely different but equally iconic tracks. From Taylor Swift’s Lover, a deeply personal song that marked a new era in her songwriting, to Daft Punk’s Get Lucky, the disco inspired hit that brought funk back to the charts!
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Duration:00:10:39
Best Bits | Dating Trends, Beards & Relationship Hacks That Actually Work (Maybe)
12/28/2025
Fitzy and Wippa tackle all things love, laughs, and a little chaos. From the top dating trends of 2025, to debating whether beards are a yay or nay, and sharing hilarious ways people set traps for their partners. There is enough relationship wisdom here to make you question your own love life!
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Duration:00:13:47
It’s I’m Still Standing - The Play Along Edition #4
12/28/2025
Test Your General Knowledge and play along with Fitzy Wippa and Kate Ritchie as we play I’m Still Standing! Play along in the car, with the kids, when you're bored… anywhere you like!
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Duration:00:07:18
Best Bits | We Shouldn’t Be Allowed At Home Alone… Here’s Why!
12/25/2025
From Fitzy’s near-death encounter with BJ, to Wippa’s unforgettable Lisa walking story, and the time Fitzy spectacularly fell off his bike (in what seemed like slow motion) this collection is packed with home disasters, laugh-out-loud moments, and the kind of family stories that prove life is never boring when the Wipfli’s, Fitzgerald’s and Ritchie’s are involved!
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Duration:00:10:24
From Dancefloor Hit To Deep Confession: The Unexpected Origins Of Two Iconic Songs
12/25/2025
In this episode of Song To Be, Fitzy breaks down the surprising origins of two unforgettable tracks. From Dua Lipa’s Dance The Night Away, a feel good hit created for the big screen that became an instant dance anthem, to Red Hot Chili Peppers’ Under The Bridge, a deeply personal song that almost never made it onto an album!
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Duration:00:12:33
Santa Who? Fitzy, Wippa and Kate Ritchie (Along With Their Families) Take Over Christmas Day! 🎄
12/24/2025
It’s Christmas Day and the festive fun comes straight to your ears! Fitzy and Wippa are on air, joined by the hilarious Kate Ritchie and a few of their nearest and dearest family members. Expect laughs, holiday chaos, and a little bit of an insight into our Christmas’ with family!
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Duration:00:43:11
Life Hacks That Actually Work… And Some That Are Totally Genius 😱
12/23/2025
Fitzy takes us through tips that could make your everyday life a little easier (or at least more entertaining) From a clever plane hack to make travel less stressful, to using A.I to tackle household chores (yes, really!) this episode is packed with practical, surprising, and often hilarious hacks you’ll wish you knew sooner.
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Duration:00:16:50
Play Along With Kate Ritchie’s Theme Queen - Part 2
12/23/2025
In This Episode you can play along as Kate Ritchie (Our Theme Queen) is the queen of the theme! Three things with a common theme… you just have to guess what they are to be a winner!
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Duration:00:12:52
Best Bits | Parenting Hacks You’ll Actually Question 😳 Fitzy Spills All!
12/22/2025
In this episode, parenting goes off the rails in the funniest way possible. From Fitzy admitting the struggles (and impatience) of dad life, to creative (and slightly cheeky) ways parents bribe kids to do what they ask, this episode is packed with relatable chaos, laughs, and the kind of parenting truths nobody tells you… until now!
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Duration:00:11:44
The Crazy True Stories Behind Two Iconic Pop Hits
12/22/2025
In this episode of Song To Be, Fitzy breaks down the surprising origins of two massive pop hits. From Britney Spears’ Toxic, a song that nearly went to another artist before becoming one of the most iconic tracks of all time, to Justin Bieber’s Where Are U Now, the collaboration that reinvented his sound and reignited his career
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Duration:00:10:11
Best Bits | Your Workplace Will Never Be The Same Again!
12/21/2025
From A.I. making us trust our coworkers less, to a nostalgic look back at the wildly unnecessary (but iconic) office gadgets of the 90s, and Fitzy revealing the top 30 Australian companies with the best workplace perks, this episode is a mix of workplace paranoia, retro chaos and dream-job envy that’ll make you rethink your 9–5.
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Duration:00:14:13
It’s I’m Still Standing - The Play Along Edition #3
12/21/2025
Test Your General Knowledge and play along with Fitzy Wippa and Kate Ritchie as we play I’m Still Standing! Play along in the car, with the kids, when you're bored… anywhere you like!
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Duration:00:07:45
The Techy Way People Are Winning Arguments… We’re Doomed!
12/18/2025
From using A.I to win arguments (or at least try to), to the internet losing its mind over an A.I generated koala, and the rise of ChatGPT girlfriends blurring the line between helpful and unhinged, this proves we’re absolutely not ready for how fast tech is moving!
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Duration:00:14:31