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Catch their stories, experiences and adventures during breakfast on Star FM Wagga.
Some good news for listener Renee as Star FM resident medium, Janine Louise performed a reading.
Hearts a flutter! As season 3 of The Bachelor gets underway, the bachie himself took some time with Pip & Whitto
Cool, calm and collected throughout the entire competition, Billie faced some crazy challenges, but her composure prevailed giving her the edge over Georgia in an epic finale. Pip & Whitto found out what Billie will doing post-Masterchef and managed to have a quickie!
This morning Vincent gave Pip & Whitto a bit of a surprise when he rang - they weren't expecting to have potentially their cutest caller ever!
It was a fierce final battle in the Masterchef kitchen in the grand finale, seeing Georgia lose by just 2 points... She's calling that Heston Blumenthal dessert "BS" - Pip & Whitto found out why.
It was a tough challenge for the final three, which saw Jessica narrowly missing out on the grand finale of Masterchef 2015. Pip & Whitto spoke to her about the unusual flavour combination she plated up for dessert... And how it looked a little bit like a woman's.... on the plate!
He impressed earning full-scores for his amazing creations and cemented his place as the dessert king, but unfortunately for Reynold he missed out on the top 3 of Masterchef by overcooking a piece of fish by a matter of seconds. He spoke to Pip & Whitto about his achievements in the kitchen, and his plans for the future.
When Michelle Hoare found out a friend was suffering breast cancer, she made a decision to show support... A braver woman than most - her act of solidarity is raising funds for the McGrath Foundation. Pip & Whitto caught up with Michelle to talk about what's happening.
Brian Freeman is on an incredible journey - from the top to bottom of Australia - and it's all for a very special cause. Pip & Whitto spoke to Brian ahead of the team making its way through Wagga about how 'Walking Wounded' is providing much needed support for troops who've returned home from conflict zones.
Listener Tammy received a reading from Star FM resident medium Janine Louise... with some surprising news...
A legend of the AFL, Danny Frawley is now the ambassador of the Fox Footy Club Rewards initiative. Pip & Whitto found out how LOCAL footy clubs could have the opportunity to mix it with some of the AFL's best.
Into finals week the Masterchef kitchen is getting even more crazy than usual with Sara hanging up her apron after the toughest pressure test yet. Pip & Whitto spoke to Sara about life after Masterchef... and what she thinks of chef Grant Kings' restaurant name!
It was an emotional reading when listener Tina joined the show, but Star FM Resident Medium Janine Louise had a very special message for her.
With news that Wagga Zoo has finally found a man-friend for its resident donkey, Jenny, Pip & Whitto spoke to WWCC's Director of Environmental and Community Services, Janice Summerhayes, about the quest to name him - with some interesting suggestions.
It's been a huge week as almost 3000 students descended upon Wagga for the 2015 Eastern Uni Games. What did the students think of it? Star FM intern Josho got the lowdown...
The Farrer is going to be in full party mode when DJs Mashd N Kutcher hit the stage! In the midst of a crazy touring schedule, Matt took some time with Pip & Whitto.
The V8 Supercars are revving up Townsville this weekend, Pip & Whitto got Matt's picks.. and found out what's revving up his wife!
Star FM resident medium had a little bit of a challenge this morning when sceptic Paul rang for a reading... Did it change his mind?
From having the immunity pin to finding herself in a tough elimination challenge, Pip & Whitto caught up with Masterchef's Ashley to find out all about that epic 'Passion Flower' dessert.
After finding out he won't be part of The Farmer Wants a Wife, Pip & Whitto chat to Culcairn farmer Scott Mitchell about what's next in this farmer's quest for love.
NAIDOC Week is on again! Pip & Whitto spoke to Aboriginal Youth & Community Development Officer Ashleigh Pengelly and NAIDOC Committee member Jodie Eldridge about what's happening around the region to celebrate Aboriginal culture.
She earned the nickname 'The Eliminator' for having survived so many eliminations but unfortunately for Rose her time in the Masterchef kitchen came to an end on Monday night. Pip & Whitto caught up with Rose to find out what she's up to now.
McPherson oval will be a sea of pink as the North Wagga Saints hold their annual PINK event again this year on the 4th July. A huge fundraiser for Cancer Council NSW, Pip & Whitto caught up with Cathy Skeers to find out all about it.
Star FM resident medium Janine Louise performs a reading for Kate, who received a special message from her grandfather.
The last day of the school term was always very exciting - no homework, freedom for a couple of weeks, exciting activities... but it also meant reports! The dreaded school reports that never meant to mince words... but now it seems there's a bunch of sugar coated phrasing to hide the real truth, as Anna Taylor writes: http://bit.ly/1BPZdrL Pip and Whitto decoded the language of school reports!
Star FM resident medium Janine Louise performs a reading for listener Chris - sounds like there might be something unexpected coming up!
Should Game of Thrones fans be shaking in their boots? Will piracy become a thing of the past in Australia? Pip & Whitto caught up with tech commentator Trent Geddes to find out how the government's new legislation will affect illegal downloaders.
It was a pretty huge challenge that saw Stephen hang up his Masterchef apron: Guillaume Brahimi's seafood pressure test involving a sea urchin! Pip & Whitto caught up with Stephen and found out the weirdest thing he's ever eaten.. and it's pretty weird!
We love when Jarryn Phegan drops into the Star FM studios! He had a chat to Pip & Whitto about his upcoming East Coast tour and treated them to a special performance of his new song 'Poison in the Well'.
Pip & Whitto speak to the CEO of ReachOut Australia, Jono Nicholson, about the release of two apps that are going to help young people manage and reduce anxiety.
The hilarious Tim Ferguson took some time to chat to Pip & Whitto ahead of his trio, the Doug Anthony Allstars, hitting Wagga as part of Wagga Comedy Fest. Pip & Whitto found out he could be the next Mayor - and he has big plans for Lake Albert!
From 'Who Dares Wins' to Baywatch, to Bollywood and beyond, Tania Zaetta is one busy woman! She has now released her very own book "Trim and Tone With Tania'. She spoke to Pip & Whitto about her incredible career, the book.. And being friends with Kim K!
One of Australia's premier comedians, Fiona O'Loughlin is hitting Wagga as part of Wagga Comedy Fest. Pip caught up with her and found out.. you might be related!
It was an emotional reading for Miranda when Star FM resident medium Janine Louise encountered her brother.
What's it like to face an elimination challenge with your besties? And what's in store for Anna now she's left the Masterchef kitchen? Pip & Whitto found out... plus got Anna's best cold remedy - would you dare to try it?!
Pip & Whitto catch up with eliminated contestant, Ava to find out about life after leaving the Masterchef Australia kitchen.
Star FM resident medium Janine Louise performs a reading for listener Vicki... and this is definitely a reading where we want to see how Janine's predictions pan out!
Pip & Whitto chat to hip hop star Seth Sentry on the eve of his brand new album coming out, and ahead of his epic tour, spanning over 40 dates including Wagga. Coffee, pterodactyls and a whole lot more comes up! Plus Seth took time to have quickie!
The Wagga Wagga City Council building was evacuated yesterday after a suspicious mail item was received, Pip & Whitto checked in with Mayor Rod Kendall to get the latest on the incident.
A lot has happened for Poh Ling Yeow since coming runners up in the first season of Masterchef Australia. With her own TV series and range of cook books she returns to Masterchef as part of Superstar week. Poh spoke to Pip & Whitto about her achievements, what it's like being on the other side of the Masterchef kitchen bench... and she even had a quickie - and the big question... does she choose Gary or George?!
Joe Williams has been prepping for his big title fight against Benny 'The Jet' Warburton, Pip & Whitto chatted to Joe about how he's feeling ahead of the big day - and found out about his fight name...
Star FM Resident Medium, Janine Louise, performs a reading for listener Maria - with babies a common (and unexpected!) theme.
The Riverina Anglican College had a pretty HUGE visitor - a Navy Seahawk helicopter. Pip & Whitto went to TRAC and had a chat to the pilot and a few students about the incredible aircraft.
A foggy start in Wagga had Pip & Whitto asking the big questions... What would you do in a ZOMBIE APOCALYPSE?
The Sanfilippo 1000 - Big Feet for Little Feet run will hit Wagga today on the trek from Melbourne to Sydney. The run aims to to raise $100,000 for the Sanfilippo Children’s Foundation, for a rare childhood disease. Pip & Whitto spoke to one of the runners, Michael Byrne about what exactly Sanfilippo Syndrome is and how the guys are handling the huge journey.
Legally Blonde the Musical will take the Wagga Civic Theatre stage in November, with auditions being held soon. Pip & Whitto caught up with the show's director, Carissa Campbell to get the details... and Carissa even had a special gift for Whitto.
Featuring Wagga's "Referral Hospital", Batlow Cider Festival, Taxi's and the Schnelle Harmon Grandstand.
Star FM resident medium, Janine Louise performs a reading for listener Danielle - and has Janine seeing rabbits!
An unfortunate piece of plastic on the scaffolding has the new building at the hospital reading as the 'FERRAL Hospital' - a laugh not lost on listener James who passed along the photo to Pip & Whitto. The team then wondered what a 'feral' hospital would sound like...
Following a secondary earthquake in Nepal, Pip & Whitto spoke to Brendan Beal who is currently in the country assisting recovery efforts.
With a career spanning close to two decades, a bunch of ARIAs, and being voted one of Australia's top 20 voices, Katie Noonan has certainly made her mark on the Australian music scene. Pip & Whitto were lucky enough to catch up with Katie ahead of her very special show in Wagga.
A brand new facility has been unveiled at the Glenfield Road Animal Shelter. Featuring a vet room and in-floor heating, Pip & Whitto found out what that will mean for the animals housed at the shelter.
When it comes to local sports there's one man in the know - Stru joined Pip and Whitto to give them the wrap of results from across the Riverina.
A special event is happening in Wagga and locations right around Australia on Mothers Day - it's the Women in Super Mothers Day Classic. Pip & Whitto talked to Karen O'Shea from the Wagga Breast Cancer Group about what's happening as part of this huge fundraising event for the National Breast Cancer Foundation
Pip & Whitto speak to Wagga Wagga City Councillor Greg Conkey about a proposal to be put to council to ban smoking in the Wagga CBD
Inspired to make a positive difference after the loss of a young life, four Wagga girls are throwing a HUGE community event to raise awareness of depression and anxiety. They also hope to raise funds for mental health support organisation, Beyond Blue. The girls joined Pip & Whitto to let them know about the incredible amount of entertainment and raffle/auction prizes which will be given away on the day.
Janine's latest reading was spot on for our listener Renee - her Pop came through with some great news
Best known as the foreman of 'The Block', Keith has now detailed his extensive renovating experience in a new book. He spoke to Pip & Whitto about the latest, record-breaking series of The Block, the best home-reno fails he's seen, and he even had a quickie!
Star FM is proud to support Kildare Catholic College's production 'High School Musical'. Teacher Michael Mack and students Kayla, Sophie, Charles and Sam joined Pip & Whitto to let them know how the performances are coming along, and gave a sneak preview!
With season 3 of House Rules is about to kick off, Pip & Whitto caught up with one of the judges, Joe Snell. Pip & Whitto found out what to expect from the season... and what happens when architect and designer Joe puts together a flat pack?
In the aftermath of the earthquake in Nepal, Pip and Whitto spoke with Steve Ray, the international emergencies manager from the Australian Red Cross to find out what's going on with relief and recovery efforts.
Ahead of the 2015 grand finale of Master Chef, Pip & Whitto checked in with eliminated contestants the 'spice girls', Eva & Deb to find out who they're backing and who they think should win!
The runners-up from series one of House Rules, Michelle and Steve are picking up the tools again, and shaping up against former Blockheads for Reno Rumble. Pip & Whitto caught up with Michelle post-Logies to find out all about it!
An iconic Australian muscle car has been taken from wreck to fully restored beauty by inmates at the Junee Correctional Centre. Now the car is up for sale with the proceeds to benefit charity and youth organisations. Pip & Whitto caught up with Michael Blaxland, the spokesman from PCYC to find out how the project started, and importantly how you can get behind the wheel of this beauty!
After a making a massive $810,000 profit on The Block Triple Threat, runners up Charlotte & Josh are on cloud 9! They’re in Wagga to judge the Myer Fashions on the Field for the Gold Cup, Pip & Whitto got their judging insight and also did a quickie!
Microwave Jenny sure have been busy! Splitting their time between the UK & Australia while recording an EP, working on film soundtracks, and supporting Sheppard on their latest tour - it seems there's no sleep in sight! As part of a huge East Coast tour, Pip & Whitto managed to catch up with Brendan, one half of Microwave Jenny, ahead of their homecoming show in Wagga.
Superintendent Jim Keogh is 'The Boss' of the Gold Coast’s Rapid Action and Patrols group. As the commander-in-charge he sees some pretty serious things, but he's also got a wicked sense of humour. Pip & Whitto caught up with Jim who gave them plenty of laughs!
Star FM resident medium Janine Louise took a little break from doing readings for listeners this week to explain exactly what it's like being a medium. As Pip & Whitto found out, there's a whole lot more to it than what you might think!
The owners of the Wagga Marketplace, ISPT, have announced the centre will undergo a $30 million redevelopment; including 20 new stores, changes to the car park and the rebranding of The Capital. Pip & Whitto spoke to Chris McCluskey, ISPT’s General Manager of Development Services to find out the details.
With the centenary of ANZAC being commemorated this year, Pip & Whitto got to thinking about the ANZAC biscuit. And who better to teach them than a champion baker! Jenny from the CWA taught Pip and Whitto some history about the ANZAC 'slab' and walked them through her award winning recipe.
Pip & Whitto were really moved when they read 12-year-old, Kapooka Public School Student, Ceilo Martin's poem 'A Digger from the Trenches'. It was a winner in the Riverina ANZAC Centenary Awards - and for good reason! Pip & Whitto caught up with Ceilo and got a special reading from the author herself.
Star FM resident medium Janine Louise performed a reading on listener, Ellen and had some pretty accurate advice for her career.
Teachers and students from The Riverina Anglican College (TRAC) are set to undergo a physical and emotional challenge in June as they embark on completing the Kokoda Trail. Pip & Whitto caught up with teacher Fiona Foster, and students Jamie and Sydney to find out all about it
Wagga City Rugby's first grade coach, Mick Small joined Pip & Whitto to talk about the awesome season-long fundraiser the club is holding for the Star FM Kidz Kottage Ronald McDonald House in Wagga.
Police in Albury went viral after posting about some hilarious pictures of a lost phone to its owner's Facebook page. Pip & Whitto asked the question - when have the cops done something awesome for you?
Coinciding with Youth Week local health organisations are making sure young people have got things covered... literally! Pip & Whitto spoke with clinical nurse specialist Sally-Anne Brennan to get the details.
Another reading from Star FM resident medium Janine Louise for listener Janelle. Featuring: ice cream!
Whitto has returned from his wedding and honeymoon... with some additions that have not escaped the eye of journo Sheree Coleman! And why is Pip slipping even further into 'eccentric spinsterhood'? Find out in the Fake News!
When Wagga mum Amy Gray's son started attending school she noticed that sometimes kids didn't know how to respond her son, who has an Austism Spectrum Disorder. She decided to create this 'Marvelous Max' video which is being used in Riverina schools - and also around Sydney and beyond - as an Autism awareness tool for students.
Aussie media icon Nicky Buckley joined Pip to talk about the release of her memoir, as well as some inspirational words she had one of the most memorable 'Quickie' answers ever!
Uh oh! What have Pip & Dan done while Whitto is away? And what's going on the Star FM girl's bathroom?
Take a listen to Janine Louise Medium's eerily accurate reading for listener Brooke!
This week featuring stalking, sporting prowess and threats from the boss!
Taryn Brumfitt is one inspirational lady! From a woman so unhappy with her body about to undergo surgery, she's morphed into a body lover sparking a global campaign with interest from Ashton Kutcher, Zooey Deschanel, Ricki Lake, Perez Hilton, and Rosie O’Donnell. Pip & Whitto spoke to Taryn about her book 'Embrace: My Story from Body Loather to Body Lover' and about her radical change.
Following the news of an alleged assault and robbery by two men impersonating police across the weekend in Wagga Pip & Whitto checked in with Detective Inspector Darren Cloake, the Crime Manager of Wagga Wagga Police, to get the details and tips for identifying real police.
What exactly is Hope Assistance Local Tradies (HALT) and why are they offering tradies a FREE 'save your bacon' smoko? Pip & Whitto caught up with HALT founder and program manager, Jeremy Forbes to find out. For more info: www.thehaltbrekky.com
It's one of the biggest events of the year for the LGBTQI community - the Sydney Mardi Gras parade. James Findlay, part of this year's official radio broadcast joined Pip & Whitto to give a wrap on the parade plus explain why in 2015 this event is important, including for regional youth.
A photo posted to a local Facebook page of three kids left by their mother in a car in Wagga has created a social media storm. The mum has been called everything under the sun but has explained her side of the story here: http://bit.ly/1EqVsXR The furore and personal attacks were pretty heated, with Pip & Whitto asking the question: are people too judgmental on social media?
Medium Janine Louise gave a reading for listener Kelly - the future sounds interesting for her!
The delightful Miss Wagga Wagga, Adriana Lyons joined Pip & Whitto to talk about the delicious High Tea she's hosting as part of her Wagga Wagga Takes 2 fundraising efforts.
Wagga Wagga Takes 2 has a colourful bunch of performers and celebrities this year. One such character is Liam Hannigan, the owner of South Wagga Butchery. He joined Pip & Whitto, along with Ben Howard from his charity, Pillars of Strength, to chat about the Gangsters & Gals Ball.
Liam Hannigan is singing with Renee Van Delft
With all the serious news about, Pip & Whitto decided to have a little more fun with the news... With help from local journo extraodinaire Sheree Coleman, here's the Riverina's most hilarious news!
Pip & Whitto caught up with James Fry, who has detailed his experiences of bullying and consequent downward spiral into devastating drug and alcohol addiction in his autobiography 'That Fry Boy'. From a happy-go-lucky kid to being on the wrong side of the tracks, Pip & Whitto found out how James managed to turn it all around.
What's being sought or being sold in the Riverina this week?
The 26th of February marks International Tell A Fairy Tale Day. Pip & Whitto discovered a Wagga fairy tale buried in the archives...
In her best reading yet Star FM resident medium Janine Louise had this special message for listener Sarah.
Ahead of Clean Up Australia Day on Sunday March 1st, Pip & Whitto found out how students at The Riverina Anglican College are getting involved. Teacher Ian Begg and TRAC vice captains Francesca and Win chatted about helping make the Riverina beautiful.
It's the film industry's night of nights - The Oscars! Ahead of the 87th Academy Awards Pip & Whitto spoke to Cheryl Cecchetto, the producer of the official after party to get all the Oscars goss.
The Hepatitis A outbreak stemming from Frozen Berries has raised a whole lot of questions about food in Australia: what exactly are we eating? How could berries become contaminated in the first place? And, once all is done and dusted would you ever consider eating them again?
Resident medium Janine Louise joined Pip & Whitto to give a reading for listener Leonie.
It was a night of highs and lows for MKR's mother-son team Rose & Josh last night. Their entree stunned while their main and dessert struggled to win over the judges. Rose took time to chat to Pip & Whitto about their time on the show... and where Josh got his dancing skills from!
February is Ovarian Cancer Awareness month. Pip & Whitto spoke to Australia's Queen of Cakes, judge of The Great Australian Bake Off and Ovarian Cancer Awareness Ambassador, Kerry Vincent about her involvement and her tips on hosting an 'Afternoon Teal'
Everyone's favourite Geordie Charlotte Crosby checked in with Pip & Whitto ahead of her Aus tour hitting Wagga. They chatted her incredible weightloss and body transformation as well as tattoo regret and also had a hilarious quickie.
The inaugural Arnold Classic is happening in Melbourne March 13-15. Pip & Whitto chatted to business partner and promoter Tony Doherty about all things Arnie, including his tips on getting the great man to Wagga!
In 20–34 year-olds, Melanoma kills more young Australians than any other single cancer. With this staggering statistic in mind, Pip & Whitto spoke to Melanoma survivor Kath Priest about the Melanoma March taking place in Wagga on the 22nd of March.
Why is CSU researcher Dr Paul Humphries encouraging people to get into pubs? Pip & Whitto found out...
Big hitter Nic Maddinson from the NSW Blues joined Pip & Whitto for a chat about the Sheffield Shield, taking place in Wagga February 16-18.
Local news journo joined Pip & Whitto for a hilarious take on the news - including what Liam Hemworth is doing in the ladies bathrooms!
What's wanted and what's for sale in the Riverina this week? Pip & Whitto found out.
Kettlebell champion Dave Tabain has a swag of impressive awards to his name including a world title, 5 American Championships, 7 Australian Championships and a World Record! He has also met Arnold Schwarzenegger! Pip & Whitto chatted to him about his upcoming title defence at the Arnold Sports Festival in Miami, his participation in the inaugural Arnie Classic in Melbourne, and he had a little advice on how to get Arnie to Wagga!
Listener Brody receives an eerily accurate reading from Janine Louise Medium.
Janine Louise Medium performed a reading with Pip - with some interesting moments!
Whitto reckoned he was a 'middle of the road' believer before having a reading done by Janine Louise Medium. The sceptic in him was proven wrong though! What changed his mind? Take a listen!
What exactly is a medium? How does it work? And who does a medium speak to? That's some of the questions Pip & Whitto got answers to as they spoke to Janine Louise Medium ahead of her platform at Junee's Monte Cristo Homestead in March.
Wonderland is back for another series, set to be the sexiest yet! Pip and Whitto caught up with 'Miranda' - Anna Bamford - and had a quickie.
Pip is currently living with Whitto and made a little discovery... Whitto's diary! Pip learnt a few things and decided to read out an excerpt on air.
Big news for Pop-Up Gigs, an app created in Wagga to support live music. It's creator, Tolsa Harrison announced to Pip & Whitto that it's set to go national with the backing of one of Australia's largest hospitality chains. Tolsa also dropped the news he's been invited to Richard Branson's private island!
The campaign to get Arnie to Wagga has kicked up another notch with the Mayor Rod Kendall getting on board. Pip & Whitto threw him a few suggestions to try and entice Arnie to 'Vagga Vagga'
A new series of The Block is about to hit our screens. Pitting all stars against newbies - and with the addition of feedback from buyers advocates - The Block Triple Threat is set to be the toughest challenge yet! Shelley Craft stopped by Pip & Whitto to talk about the new series and took the time to have a quickie.
Hilarious comedy trio Tripod are part of the lineup for Flix in the Stix - making its way to the Wagga Music Bowl on Jan 30. Yon joined Pip & Whitto to talk about the group's act and he even took part in a quickie...
Would Wagga's Australia Day Ambassador prefer a Chiko Roll or a battered sav? Damian Candusso joined Pip & Whitto for a 'Quickie'
He also chatted about his role as a sound engineer and working on Happy Feet 2 - being shown at 'Movies in the Park', part of Wagga's Australia Day long weekend activities from 6.30pm Sunday Jan 25 in the Victory Memorial Gardens
Pip got all a flustered this morning when talking to Dave Rogers from the Fire Fighters calendar. Currently on sale in Wagga, the calendar started in 1993 and raises funds to for equipment and patient care for the Children’s Hospital Foundation and the Westmead Children’s Hospital Burns unit. As well as it's charitable aspects, Pip asked the all-important question: how do you get on the image selection panel?
Leading lady Deborah Mailman knows a few things about film - she's starred in movies like The Sapphires and Bran Nue Day, and she's even made her own short film! Now she's curated the program for Commbank's Flix in the Stix, happening at the Wagga Music Bowl on January 30. She chatted to Pip & Whitto about selecting the films, guilty movie pleasures and even had a 'Quickie' with some hilarious results! For more info & ticketing for Flix in the Stix: http://bit.ly/1wmL4c5
Pound the Pavement for Pets is a not-for-profit organisation which aims to raise funds to assist locally based animal rescue groups. They're having a fun dog show and family day on Saturday - with events like owner / dog look alike competition it's sure to be a whole heap of fun. Pip & Leigh caught up with Shane Stevenson from PPP to find out what's happening.
After a whirlwind 17 days in the Big Brother house, Pip spoke to the latest evictee Tom - where things very quickly turned to food! Take a listen to just how much Tom loves avocado...
Seriously funny dude Lawrence Mooney spoke to Pip & Leigh ahead of his show 'Stupid Liar' hitting Wagga. He gave his thoughts on Wagga weather and revealed why he thinks all men are liars!
After spending 12 years at Beyond Blue, including roles as the Deputy CEO and National Perinatal Advisor, Dr Nicole Highet has been the driving force to launch Australia’s first Centre of Perinatal Excellence (COPE). Pip & Leigh spoke to Nicole about the website (cope.org.au) which aims to help parents-to-be and new parents with the massive number of challenges and emotional/mental health issues they may face.
Essentials for Women of Wagga is a new initiative aiming to raise awareness and donations of necessary goods - that are often overlooked - for those less fortunate. Pip & Leigh caught up with Danielle Wait to find out how this came about and how to get involved.
If you would like any more information as to how to donate, please visit the facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/essentialswagga?fref=ts
It's the time of year where radical facial hair starts cropping up everywhere! Movember is upon us again, raising funds and awareness for men's health. Pip & Leigh caught up with Movember's Asia Pacific Director, Jeremy McVean, to find out who's getting involved and if he himself is sporting a mo!
He's been dubbed the 'love rat' after cheating on his girlfriend with Cat inside the Big Brother house. Recently evicted Pip & Leigh caught up with Lawson to see where things are at.
A child experiencing an anaphylactic reaction is the stuff nightmares are made of for parents. Kristin-Lee Campbell recently appeared on SBS' Insight program to talk about her young family's severe food allergies. From Wagga, she caught up with Pip & Leigh to explain what it's like when children experience anaphylactic reactions.
The Melbourne Cup is on again for another year, but with no idea about the field Pip & Leigh spoke to racing guru Luke Francis for the hot tips... on and off the field!
Big Brother has evicted its very first housemate in 2014. Fiery red-head Gemma was the first to go, she caught up with Pip & Leigh to tell them what her mum thinks and how she felt about the most controversial eviction in BB history.
Just days away from releasing his new EP, 'Burn to Emerge', Jarryn Phegan dropped in to treat Pip & Leigh to a live performance of his beautiful song, 'Chasing Shadows'. Jarryn will launch the EP on Sunday the 21st of September at Birdhouse in Wagga.
One of Wagga's own is in the Big Brother house this year! Sandra Nixon has taken some time out from selling undies to head into the house... What does her dad reckon about it all? Pip and Leigh caught up with Peter, Sandra's dad to find out!
This September students at CSU are taking part in 'Swagtember' - hosting a sleep-out to raise funds for Street Swags. Street Swags is an organisation which provides waterproof, UV resistant sleeping swags to homeless people for use when they can't find accommodation. Pip & Leigh caught up with Emma Garcia from CSU about what they're doing to raise funds. You can donate here: http://bit.ly/1wFeUNZ
Australia loved her as Kate Ramsay on Neighbours and now the world will be glued to the screen as Ashleigh Brewer joins the Bold and the Beautiful! Ashleigh checked in with Pip & Leigh ahead of her debut episode screening on Southern Cross 10.
Sassy starlets Victoria Avenue joined Pip & Leigh to talk about going #1 in the charts, rocking the Crow Bar, and to debut their latest single 'Knock Knock'. Check out the awesome 'Knock Knock' video here: http://bit.ly/1qG8x9t
Based on Jackie French and Bruce Whatley’s quirky Aussie picture book, 'Pete the Sheep' is an hilarious musical hitting Wagga for three special performances. Nat, Jeff, Todd and Andrew joined Pip and Leigh, performed one of the amazing songs.. and even had a baa off!
Harry Cunningham has had an incredible year - from a stand out season at the Sydney Swans to being named Wagga's Sports Person of the Year! He joined Pip & Leigh to give his tips for the first round of AFL finals, and he also shared which colours he'd be in for Footy Colours Day if he wasn't a Swan.
The Bachelor got himself in strife with bachelorette Laurina after taking her on a date to a pie cart! With the other girls getting Ferraris and private yachts, Laurina felt a little bit hard done by getting what she described as a "dirty street pie". Pip & Leigh found some Wagga girls who've had a dirty street pie moment, when the date didn't meet expectations!
According to a Reddit forum, some marriage pacts actually do happen! When Pip realised her 'if we're not married in 10 years' pact partner is in fact been married, she needed to form a new pact. And after a phone call to the States... she may just be 'engaged'.
Following a study which resulted in women being named better decision makers under pressure, Pip & Leigh decided to check in with clinical and sports psychologist Grant Brecht. Having worked with the Sydney Swans, Melbourne Demons, Sydney Roosters and NSW Racing, Pip & Leigh thought he'd be just the person to talk to about how the mind works under pressure - and who Grant thinks will win when Pip & Leigh take on a challenge!
After Pip spotted an unusual pet in the back of a tradie ute, the team put the call out to see if anyone had a stranger one... William certainly did!
With Leigh expecting another baby very soon, he's decided to throw the baby shower his wife never got to have for their first child. Talk soon turned to games to play at the shower... with both Pip & Leigh learning a whole lot about a new game: Porn or Pregnancy!
We chatted with Hayley Kirk about the new movie Aussie Rules the World! We asked about travelling around the world with 4 kids (1:20), the "Peace Team" of players from Israel and Palestine (3:30), what surprised her on the trip (5:00), her experience playing Aussie Rules in Canada (6:50) and whether she and Brett would go on The Block (10:00)!
After Wagga's iconic Hampden Bridge had its 'induced collapse' last week, Pip & Leigh decided it needed some form of dedication so that it's legacy could live on forever - and what better than a tribute song! They enlisted the very talented Josh McKellar to help them out.
This week for our footy tips we chatted with the Farrer League player of the year Drew Kenna... and it was mostly about his awesome mo!
This year for Daffodil Day (Friday August 22) Pip & Leigh have been showing they care with a few little 'Random Acts of Kindness'. In conjunction with Cancer Council NSW, Pip & Leigh have been rewarding people in the community who regularly give their time and energy for others. It was a pretty special moment when 12 year old Nicholas nominated his mum, Kylie.
Pip & Leigh caught up with the cast of Life in the Spotlight to find out about the show and hear a sneak peek of what was going to happen on stage...
What do you do when you hear a donkey is looking for love? You try your darndest to answer the call! Wagga's Botanic Gardens Zoo is trying to find a mate for their lonely miniature donkey, Jenny. Pip & Leigh spoke the Botanic Gardens' Michael Cave about what Wagga's hottest bachelorette is looking for in a mate.
Pip & Leigh spoke with medium Janine Louise who is going though Monte Christo Homestead on Friday and hosting an event there. She spoke about her experiences as a medium as well as what she had experienced at Monte Christo previously.
The Wagga Rodeo and Team Yarders Association (a subcommittee of the Equex Outdoors Association) are holding their first team yarding event on Saturday the 23rd of August at the Equex Centre in Wagga. Vicky Colley and Mick Minogue stopped by to talk to Pip and Leigh about Australia's fastest growing family sport, and the bunch of fun they have planned for the day - which they hope will raise funds to continue horse sports facilities.
Starring Cuba Gooding, Jr. and William Sadler the film FREEDOM tells the incredible story of The Underground Railroad and two men separated by one hundred years, yet united in their search for freedom.
Australian music theatre icon, Peter Cousens directed the film and checked in with Pip & Leigh to talk about making a period movie, working with Cuba Gooding Jr. and raising awareness for modern day humanitarian efforts to combat human slavery.
Friday the 15th of August is International Men's Grooming Day! Pip and Leigh chatted 'manscaping' with an interesting offer coming through for Leigh....
Pip and Leigh spoke with Emma Ryall from the Cancer Council about Daffodil Day, there was a very exciting announcement, and a new competition was launched!
Have a listen to find out all about it...
Pip and Leigh caught up with Wagga local James Baker who is performing at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival with the play Winter is Coming!
He let us know what's been happening and who the special guest was who dropped in on the show.
'Food' a delicious play by Steve Rodgers is hitting the Wagga Civic Theatre. A co-production between Force Majeure and Belvoir, Food combines elements of drama, comedy, dance and cookery in an erotic mix of words and movement. A play called Food would not be complete without the real thing. And in a scrumptious twist - selected members of the audience will be served supper! Pip & Leigh caught up with cast members Emma, Mel and Fayssal to talk about the production and gave them a little bit of history on the Chiko Roll!
Zac Williams of the GWS Giants gave us his tips and compared notes on being hypnotised by Peter Powers!
The Air Force Cadets in Wagga are seeking new members! Pip & Leigh caught up with Cadet Under Officer Stephen and Cadet Sergeant Herr-May all about what goes on and what is gained by becoming a cadet.
After Pip revealed her lifelong dream was to play tambourine in a band it wasn't long before it was brought to her attention that she wasn't the only one! And how do you get in front of a band? Well, musician and man of expertise Dale Allison had some strong recommendations and an unrefusable offer!
Pip and Leigh chatted with Illy ahead of his Wagga gig in October. They talked about Splendour skydiving, video shoots on row boats, tambourine playing dreams, Berlin after the World Cup Final, and what to expect in Wagga...
Things heated up in the studio when Pip & Leigh were joined by 'The Bachelor', Blake Garvey.
What's the 'White Rose' and will Blake in fact end up with Pip? Find out what's going in the 2014 series of The Bachelor!
Ahead of The Block: Glass House, Pip & Leigh spoke with challenge master Shelley Craft. How do the team react to judging each other? What goes on behind the scenes? Have a listen and find out...
Lawrence Legend is marking 25 years of death defying stunts by attempting 6 new world records on a Harley!
He chatted with Pip and Leigh this morning...
When Pip & Leigh heard about a Sydney man who'd gone to extreme lengths to sell his 1999 Barina worth $1000 - they put the call out to see if anyone had an item they wanted sold.
Dougie responded and offered up his 1978 Mercedes Benz Limo! This is Pip's ad...
When Pip & Leigh heard about a Sydney man who'd gone to extreme lengths to sell his 1999 Barina worth $1000 - they put the call out to see if anyone had an item they wanted sold.
Dougie responded and offered up his 1978 Mercedes Benz Limo! This is Leigh's ad...
Aussie legend Paul Hogan caught up with Pip & Leigh ahead of his sold out performance at Wagga's Civic Theatre.
The show 'HOGES; One Night Only! The hilarious truth and nothing but the truth' will set audiences sides splitting across a massive 25 regional centres.
Pip & Leigh found out what it's like to be a living legend, coining iconic phrases, and if Hoges remembers Pip sharing the screen with him!
Pip and Leigh caught up with Tony Aichinger, who is riding 800kms with a Wagga team to raise money for Ronald McDonald House.
The deconstruction of Wagga landmark the Hampden Bridge has taken a new course, with contractors approved to use the method of 'induced collapse' to remove the three main spans of the Bridge. Pip & Leigh found out exactly what that means from Wagga Wagga City Council's Heinz Kausche, the Director of Infrastructure Services.
The 2014 AusMumpreneur Awards celebrate and recognise Mothers in business achieving outstanding success.
Pip & Leigh caught up with Rachael Cornius-Randall being nominated for 3 awards, and how she balances the work and family life so successfully.
Pip and Leigh caught up with the amazing hypnotist Peter Powers ahead of his show in Wagga.
Check out what he had to say about how he got started, his experiences being hypnotised, where he gets his evil ideas and what to expect from the show...
Gingerella from the Wagga Derby Dolls dropped in to talk about Bruiseapalooza at Bolton Park Stadium on Saturday afternoon!
Find out all about it and even the rules of the derby got explained!
Stakes: The Movie Associate Producer Ken Hammond joined Pip and Leigh to catch up on how production was going and plans for a release date for Stakes...
Pip & Leigh decided to hold their own Pole Championships on the back of the South NSW Championships being in Wagga.
Have a listen to how it played out and see the video on the StarFMWagga Facebook page!
Pip & Leigh spoke with Trevor Urqhart from St Vincent de Paul about Operation Wagga Wagga Winter Warmth.
Have a listen to find out how you can help...
James Baker ducked into the studio to talk to Pip and Leigh about his Game of Thrones-inspired comedy show 'Winter is Coming'...
After sell-out performances at the Melbourne Fringe and Melbourne Comedy Festival, the show hits Wagga before James and the crew go to comedy mecca - the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
And somehow even Harold from Neighbours is involved!
Pip & Leigh talked Pole Dancing with Julie O'Hara ahead of the South NSW Pole Championships... and then of course a challenge got laid down!
Pip & Leigh spoke with Bec Peel about the upcoming Bale Out Ball.
Make sure you check www.baleoutball.org.au for tickets and details.
Gingerella and Sweet Justice from the Wagga Derby Dolls joined Pip and Leigh to chat about their upcoming Roller Derby Bout on July 12, the 'Fresh Meat Intake' and of course.. selecting the all important Roller Derby name!
He's the Wagga boy having a stellar year at the Sydney Swans and is leading the Daily Advertiser's tipping comp.
Pip and Leigh caught up with Harry Cunningham to talk his contract extension, I Wanna Marry Harry, and to get those all important tips for the AFL's Round 15.
Pip and Leigh chatted with Pip Grant from the Cancer Council all about Dry July... and then someone got roped in!
Check out the details at www.dryjuly.com.au and support Lilier Lodge in Wagga.
Leigh caught up with one half of The Umbilical Brothers ahead of their Wagga show!
Check out his take on switching off from tour, how to make a kids show, and who cops it on stage...
Pip & Leigh caught up with Taila Gouge who wowed Australia with her rendition of Pink's "Who Knew?" on The Voice last night.
Check out what she had to say about the pressure of performing and the antics of Team Joel!
When David 'The Hoff' Hasselhoff tried to iron his shirts by steaming them in the shower, he set off the fire alarm causing an entire hotel to be evacuated!
Pip & Leigh discovered The Hoff isn't the only one to have done it....
Do you floor it? And what's the correct way to indicate? Just some of the questions Pip & Leigh received from Jess, and attempted to answer!
June 20 marks World Refugee Day. With the Riverina being home to a wide range of refugees Pip & Leigh found out more about what it's like for refugees in our community.
From encountering ATMs for the first time to making sandwiches, Pip & Leigh spoke Mark Macleod about the work he does through the St Vincent De Paul society helping refugees settle into life in the Riverina.
The Miss Wagga Wagga Quest has so far hosted 3 events, raising money for local charities.
Brooke Brunskill joined Pip & Leigh to talk about why she joined the quest, forthcoming events, and her own event - 1920s themed auction which raised over $6000!
Luke Mulley joined Pip & Leigh in the studio to talk all about the Big Red Run - which covers an epic 250km across the Simpson Desert in just 5 days!
The Big Red Run raises money and awareness for Type 1 Diabetes. If you'd like more info or to donate to Luke's fundraising efforts you can do so here: http://bit.ly/1l1oVij
Pip and Leigh caught up with Cathy Chapman from the Australia Red Cross Blood Service and Krissie and Rachel shared their stories about the need for blood.
Pip & Leigh caught up with Dave Hughes ahead of his show in Wagga. Check out what he had to say about Carlton, ear wax and late arrivals!
Pip and Leigh caught up with Fely Irvine about her performance on The Voice as well as the songs she sings around the house and a favourite for entertaining kids!
We all love our kids, but sometimes they really embarrass you in public! Love these stories...
A massive fundraiser for the Miss Wagga Quest is happening on July 12 organised by Carrie-Ann Cotterill (more details on their Facebook page)
Dane Kennedy is going to be performing there and he dropped in with Carrie to play his original song In My Mind
Pip made a discovery in her car that got us talking about the songs you used to cut laps to!
After Indy-car driver Ryan Hunter-Reay missed his childhood friend's wedding (but won the Indy 500) Pip & Leigh were looking for the best excuses for missing weddings...
Leigh caught up with Killian from Boy & Bear ahead of their Wagga show talking new music, the vinyl revival, band name generators, the Philippines, and tour bus antics...
Yesterday Mayor Rod Kendall challenged Pip to a cake decorating competition
Now Councillor Paul Funnell has laid down his own challenge!
Hanson are coming back to Oz in August and we got to chat with Taylor Hanson about everything Hanson! Including: - The new album and tour - Life at the height of their fame (2:00) - Bizarre situations they've been in (3:00) - Who would they have on their record label (4:30) - MMM Hops and Beer Festivals (6:30) - Questions from our Facebook (8:30) - Hanson Day (9:40) - Hanson Festivals (10:30) - Fine art tips (11:30)
Mayor of Wagga Wagga Rod Kendall called to challenge Pip and Leigh to a cake decorating competition supporting Australia's Biggest Morning Tea!
Mater Dei Catholic College are putting on Back to the 80s at the Civic Theatre - so Adam Busicio and Liz Shaw joined Pip & Leigh to talk all things 80s!
After wowing the judges with Tom Petty's Freefalling Jayde Grey chatted with Pip and Leigh about: - her nerves before the audtion - Choosing will.i.am - being Marilyn Monroe - and then sung Happy Birthday to Leigh
Pip and Leigh caught up with the 2013 Australian Youth Ambassador to the UN Adam Pulford and one of the co-founders of the Oaktree Foundation Nina O'Connor when they hit Wagga to run workshops with local students.
Bliss N Eso are in town for their Circus Under the Stars tour so they came in to co-host for a while. Check out the world's worst rap battle between Pip and Leigh as well as... - A special Bliss N Eso Scoopla about their trip to Afghanistan, and Drapht's Organic Cafe - A guide to a rap battle (3:20) - Pip and Leigh's rap battle (5:45) - How they chose their support act (8:10) - The winner of the rap battle is declared! - Why they have boats on their tour... (10:40)
Pip and Leigh caught up with Akmal ahead of his show in Wagga...
Listen as he tells us which towns hate him, what inspired him to make a movie, and who he would be bigoted against on World Bigot Day...
After a monster rendition of The Immigrant Song, Frank Lakoudis chatted with Pip & Leigh about: - a possible rap version (1:00) - his man crush on Ricky (1:50) - celebrity Tinder (2:30) - and whether rock and roll has died (3:00)
Ahead of the Masterchef premiere we caught up with George Calombaris to talk about: - lurking at the markets (1:00), - Kylie Kwong joining the team (2:45) - the George stare (3:50) - table tennis with Heston Blumenthal (4:20) - gave him a critique on his soovas (5:20) - and his budding soccer career (7:10)
Pip and Leigh caught up with Michael, the winner of So You Think You Can Dance Australia for 2014!
We caught up with the director of the new movie Sneezing Baby Panda, Lesley Hammond, and talked about the viral sensation that she captured, her 20 years of wildlife filming, and of course.... panda porn. #StarFM #Wagga #SneezingBabyPanda #Movies
Pip and Leigh challenged each other to put on a sexy voice while reading from the local paper. Who has the sexiest voice?
Pip and Leigh caught up with Trent and Will from The Collective ahead of them headlining Regenerate Youth Festival!
Jess is performing at Regenerate this Friday and dropped in to chat with Pip and Leigh and perform her amazing song No Idea.
The song starts around 2:30.
The Boys from Bondi Rescue are hitting town to take part in Mud, Sweat and Beers. Pip and Leigh caught up with them to talk the upcoming season of Bondi Rescue, Wagga Beach, their community visits and tips for getting through the MS&B obstacles.
Pip and Leigh caught up with the contestants eliminated from Battle of the Sexes week of So You Think You Can Dance.
Of course, that meant there had to be a Battle of the Sexes challenge as well (about 2:20)
The latest couple of dance stars to leave So You Think You Can Dance caught up with Pip and Leigh about pants problems, McDonalds tattoos, and how they'd go judging.
Broderick from the Shell Questacon Science Circus came in to the studio to talk science and show Pip and Leigh how to make cool sound effects with a slinky!
Pip and Leigh spoke with Nadiah and Jordan who were eliminated from So You Think You Can Dance. They asked them about broken ribs, how it felt to be left to the audience vote and possible future roles on Neighbours!
Pip and Leigh got the reactions of some of the greats of the Rugby League world as Pip continues her search for a team...
Eliminated contestants Sally Hare and Joel Rasmussen caught up with Pip and Leigh following their elimination from So You Think You Can Dance...
Pip and Leigh talking all things SYTYCD with judge Shannon Holtzapffel including...
0:45 - Being 'the hot judge' 1:40 - Who he's worked with 3:20 - His inspirations 4:20 - The most important thing on his resume 5:10 - What's different with SYTYCD this year 7:00 - Who could win? 7:55 - The F word 8:40 - Will there be a judge's dance off?
Dayen from Hi-5 chatted with Pip and Leigh about Hi-5 House, coming to SC11, and a possible Masterchef crossover!
Clint Crighton is playing at Tumbafest with Sound From Earth and wowed us with his song Seeds of Science.
Nigel Cameron from Totem Skate School joined Pip and Leigh ahead of Tumbafest to talk about the project, and also how much success he'll have teaching Leigh
Jess Crossman is playing at Tumbafest on the weekend and joined Pip and Leigh to preview her set with her song "7 Days"
Reece Mastin joined Pip and Leigh to talk about his Restless Tour... and also whether a move to Wagga is on the cards, as well as checking some internet 'facts' about Reece.
Bliss N Eso are coming to Wagga on the 9th of May and MC Eso joined Pip and Leigh to make the big announcement!
Pip and Leigh chatted with Scott Cam after the premiere of The Block: Fans vs Faves.
Hear what he has to say about another season of The Block later this year, and whether The Block will ever come to Wagga!
Ahead of The Biggest Loser: Challenge Australia, Pip and Leigh caught up with Shannan Ponton to find out about Ararat and gain inspiration for their own fitness!
Max Donovan from Max and Bianca caught up with Pip and Leigh to talk about his rise from Wagga to the world! Check out their website here http://www.maxandbianca.com/ and their single Love Drunk is out now.
Pip and Leigh chatted to Sebastian Terry of 100 Things fame to talk resolutions... and other stuff... check out his website http://100things.com.au/