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[Thai: Four hundred and twenty-three – Netflix and chill] Things have taken a saucy turn this week, with queer sensuality, tantra and sexy singing all making themselves known. Michael and Io turn the heat right up with these tunes, giving you a good reason to invite someone over. Liked a particular track? Click the link to check out the video . And don’t forget to follow across social...

[French: Four hundred and twenty-two – Trick or treat!] It’s all a bit spooky as Halloween descends on the studio. But don’t be worried – there’s still a wonderful collection of music still in store. Michael and Io (or is that Mina?) fight the ghouls to deliver this sweet playlist, with PayID, pink horses and strange communications all in the mix. Liked a particular t...

[#JESC2026: 421 – We’re ready to festa!] The kids have been rehearsing, their parents have paced all of the hallways at Malta Fairs & Conventions Centre in Ta’ Qali, and it’s nearly time for the children of Europe to stay up way past their bedtime to enjoy an amazing show. Michael and Io get into the songs that make up the second half of the 2026 Junior Eurovision Song...

[#JESC2026: 420 – Get ready to party!] The kids are back. And we’re pretty excited. Michael and Io preview the first half of this year’s Junior Eurovision hopefuls, all trying to win big in Malta. Watch the show on YouTube (live from 6am AEDT on 25 October) Listen to the songs on your preferred platform Watch the video by following the link Follow us on the socials : Facebook | X...

[Japanese: Four hundred and nineteen – Too busy] It’s time to dance with this collection of amazing music from around the world. Io’s back and joins Michael to jump into these amazing tunes. With flutes, summer-winter hits and a video that’s too obscene for some, you’ll love every minute. Liked a particular track? Click the link to check out the video . And don’...

[Finnish: Four hundred and eighteen – No harm asking] The world offers a smorgasbord of delights. Sometimes these delights tickle the tastebuds, while other times they dive in through your ears and vibrate throughout your body. Michael flies solo to enjoy the smorgasbord with you, with something to delight everyone. There’s even a very special babble2babble, combining a hit TV show and...

[Czech: Four hundred and seventeen – Would you like to dance?] Melbourne celebrated Kylie day with the addition of a big footy game. While the Dockers let everyone down, the Princess of Pop certainly didn’t. Michael and Io get the afterparty started with some bangers from the world over, including a possible entry for Vietnam at Eurovision Asia and a cover of a Kylie classic in Japanes...

[Spanish: Four hundred and sixteen – Just in case] In case you’ve burnt through your playlist of bops and bangers, we’ve put together this line up to bring some heat to your weekend. Michael and Io go around the world to find some amazing tunes in languages other than English. Liked a particular track? Click the link to check out the video . And don’t forget to follow acros...

[Japanese: Four hundred and fifteen – Persistence prevails] Hey hey! Io’s back! And just in time too, to deliver this amazing playlist of tunes from across the world. Let Michael and Io help you get up and dancing to these bops and bangers, including a very special babbleCLASSIC in Greek. Plus, why not meet some of these artists when they’re in town: Ikkimel is in Australia for H...

[Mandarin: Four hundred and fourteen – Keep going!] Sometimes things just don’t go your way. But you just gotta keep truckin’! Michael kept going with this week’s show to ensure you got your fill of amazing tunes from all over the world. You won’t give up thanks to these amazing tunes made for a dance. Liked a particular track? Click the link to check out the video ....

[Dutch: Four hundred and thirteen – Amazing!] It’s been a big week, but this playlist of amazing music should bring a smile to your face again. Michael takes you around the world to experience the stuff you miss out on here in Australia. There are big new releases from favourites, some songs to dance to and a tribute to the late, great queen Dolly Parton. Liked a particular track? Clic...

[Tagalog: Four hundred and twelve – Mad rush] You don’t have to miss out on the amazing music that you don’t get to hear on Aussie radio because it’s not in English. Enjoy a selection of amazing new pop and dance in a multitude of languages in this week’s show. Michael joins you to travel the globe, with huge schlager bangers, fun comebacks, continental successes and...

[Greek: Four hundred and eleven – Have a good flight] Ding! Arm doors and cross check. We’re about to go on a flight around the world with amazing tunes in languages other than English. With Io in the airport about to depart, Michael fires the satellite up to deliver some goodies that you can enjoy with your tray table in its upright position. Liked a particular track? Click the link t...

[Vietnamese: Four hundred and ten – Anything’s possible] Yet again, it’s a big show. This new music from around the world is set to get you moving… just like you do when you listen to JOY while you work. Michael and Io line up a couple of new tracks from old favourites, some surprising releases and a contender to represent Bhutan at Eurovision Song Contest Asia 2026. You ca...

[Lithuanian: Four hundred and nine – Too late] The north is hot right now, so your evening needs warming too. We’ve turned the thermostat up to bring you some of the biggest tunes from across the globe in languages that aren’t English. Michael and Io give you all you need to shake that behind and get loose… wherever you may be. Liked a particular track? Click the link to ch...

[Macedonian: Four hundred and eight – Not so innocent] The world is realigning, back to girl bop goodness. And it’s evident in the bangers in this week’s show. Michael and Io dive into phone calls, horny bops, Euro summers and legendary masterpieces to bring you some tunes from around the world that you’ll have on repeat. Liked a particular track? Click the link to check ou...

[Spanish: Four hundred and seven – You never know with football] The world’s been battling through World Cup Fever for the last month or so, and we were immune… until now. Michael and Io have caught the football bug, serving up a team of soccer anthems from around the world. There are goals from every corner, made for a fun night out. You can enjoy the final game on SBS and On De...

[Punjabi: Four hundred and six – No thank you for a good deed] We love to dance, especially when it’s to bangers that we don’t understand. Michael and Io bring you a playlist made for a boogie in this week’s show. Whether it’s a geography lesson, grammar lesson or artist relationship lesson, you can find it all here. Liked a particular track? Click the link to check o...

[French: Four hundred and five – There’s no such thing as ‘impossible’] Not even a new studio with strange new buttons can stop you from hearing some of the newest, hottest music in languages that aren’t English. Michael and Io line up a host of brand-new tunes that will make you want to dance, sing and bop along. However, they’d appreciate if artists could chec...

[Arabic: Four hundred and four – Pride elevates its owner] Pride Month might be wrapping up for another year, but it won’t stop us having a big gay party! Michael and Io feature some out-and-proud artists from around the world, alongside a collection of accordingly festive bops and bangers. Enjoy some summer delights, while wondering about Pigs and Dragons, European children’s ga...

[Ukrainian: Four hundred and three – All or nothing] Packing an hour full of bangers from across the world always promises for a good time. But this week, it really is a humdinger of a show. Michael and Io keep you dancing from start to finish with some bops and bangers that you won’t hear anywhere else on Australian radio. And we love it. Liked a particular track? Click the link to ch...

[#402 – Make your mark with JOY during Radiothon] It’s that time of the year when JOY asks for your support to remain being out, loud and proud – JOY Radiothon . This year, we’re mixing it up with JOY by combining JOYEurovision and babblePOP! to bring back babbleVISION ! Michael and Io play some Eurovision classics alongside new bops and bangers in the same languages to hel...

[#402 – Make your mark with JOY during Radiothon] It’s that time of the year when JOY asks for your support to remain being out, loud and proud – JOY Radiothon . This year, we’re mixing it up with JOY by combining JOYEurovision and babblePOP! to bring back babbleVISION ! Michael and Io play some Eurovision classics alongside new bops and bangers in the same languages to hel...

[Thai: Four hundred and one – Think of each other] Tell your mates: The babble’s back! Michael and Io line up some of the biggest songs going around right now, along with some bops that are brand spankin’ new. Buckle up and enjoy the ride! Liked a particular track? Click the link to check out the video . And don’t forget to follow across social media: Facebook | X (Twitter)...

[Italian: Four hundred – Congratulations!] babblePOP! landed on JOY on 11 January 2014, sharing pop and dance from around the world in languages other than English for the first time. Twelve years later, we’re still going strong. And to celebrate 400 episodes, Michael and Io share some bangers from the decade in which they were 12. Michael takes you back to the 1990s, while Io settles...