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[#399 – The babble best of 2025] As the sun sets on another year, we can’t forget the bangers that have lit up our radios and made love to our ears during season number 12. Michael and Io try their best to limit themselves to just a dozen songs that illustrate just how good pop music is when it’s not in English. Presenting the best of babble for 2025… but don’t limit...

[#398 – Merry Christmas!] Santa is just about ready to fly around the world, delivering presents to all the good children of the world. But we don’t care if you’ve been naughty or nice – you still deserve a selection of Christmas bangers from all over. Michael and Io share the musical presents with a show chock-full of joyful festive tunes in languages that aren’t Eng...

[JESC2025: 397 – Bring out more kids!] So many kids, so little time… but they’re all so so talented, and representing their countries in the Junior Eurovision Song Contest being held on Saturday 13 December (5pm CET) in Tbilisi. Michael and Io preview the second half of this year’s Contest and there’s a lot to talk about. Michael has a Book Week favourite and Io lamen...

[JESC2025: 396 – Bring out the kids!] It’s time to celebrate children’s talent as the Junior Eurovision Song Contest lands for another year. Michael and Io preview the first half of this year’s Contest, being held on Saturday 13 December (5pm CET) in Tbilisi. Watch the show on YouTube (live from 3am AEST on 14 December) Listen to the songs on your preferred platform Watch t...

[Arabic: Three hundred and ninety-five – Practice makes perfect] Summer is just about to hit, so what better time to line up a show made for dancing to? Michael and Io get up and moving to these bangers in languages other than English. Whether you’re ready for the club, or can only manage a right foot in, out and shaken about – this one’s for you. Liked a particular track?...

[Greek: Three hundred and ninety-four – More wine!] If you need a good time, you’ve come to the right place. The bangers, bops and belters are lined up, ready for a fun Saturday night. Michael and Io dive into hats, classic Greek pop and the disappointment of Italian TV in this episode. Plus, they talk wine – what type of wine are they and what type are you? Liked a particular tr...

[Swedish: Three hundred and ninety-three – Dressed up] We’re looking good thanks to these banging tracks in languages that aren’t English. You will too. Michael and Io explore Icelandic raves, what young Swedes get up to, the gay Vietnamese rap scene and confusing Thai movies. Suit up and join the fun! Liked a particular track? Click the link to check out the video . And don&#821...

[Malay: Three hundred and ninety-two – Meeting your match] Long weekends, Latino concerts and Eurovision surprises – it’s been a big week. But this show is even bigger. Michael and Io deliver a party playlist with bangers from all over the world, including something that would sound right at home in Northcote, a cover you never thought you needed and a classic in Spanish from an...

[Tagalog: Three hundred and ninety-one – Thick skinned] It’s all about the horses this week, but there’s still time for some bangers in languages that aren’t English. Michael and Io ride on in with some amazing tunes, which leave Io lost for words and Michael over the moon. Liked a particular track? Click the link to check out the video . And don’t forget to follow ac...

[Portuguese: Three hundred and ninety – Put it on hold] This is a show packed with some amazing music from around the world. Stop everything else and enjoy this playlist crafted just for you. Michael and Io help you through the journey, all while talking Rainbow Sessions, being a venue snob and the gayest things in Finland. Liked a particular track? Click the link to check out the video . An...

[Italian: Three hundred and eighty-nine – Take it or leave it] Spring is here, the sun is out and the pop keeps flowing. Michael and Io deliver the goods this week, all alongside hot Azeri men, Halloween, getting your kit off and sponsored posts. Liked a particular track? Click the link to check out the video . And don’t forget to follow across social media: Facebook | X (Twitter) | Th...

[Korean: Three hundred and eighty-eight – Doesn’t belong] Grab your sweatband and a drink bottle – this show is going to get you up, dancing and sweating up a storm. Michael and Io deliver a show full of bangers from across the globe, with artists raising your heart rate thanks to their music (and extensive stream of shirtless photos on socials). Liked a particular track? Click t...

[Dutch: Three hundred and eighty-seven – Like so!] It’s an AAA+++, humdinger, musical spectacular with a show jam-packed full of songs in a multitude of genres. And they’re all in languages other than English to boot. Michael and Io line up some of the hottest pop and dance bangers from all over for a massive show, with some Eurovision faves, old time reunions and soviet comeback...

[Hindi: Three hundred and eighty-six – Oh my goodness!] The football’s done, the crowds have dispersed but the party’s only just begun. Michael and Io take you all around the world, from snack hall to Bollywood movie, with this amazing playlist of new tunes in languages that aren’t English. Liked a particular track? Click the link to check out the video . And don’t fo...

[Malay: Three hundred and eighty-five – Stealing your thunder] There’s a lot going on in the world, but you can be sure that Michael and Io will deliver the bops and bangers that you need in your life. Wardrobe malfunctions, fishy carnivals and a sultry duo will have you smiling, laughing and dancing away to songs from across the world. Liked a particular track? Click the link to check...

[Spanish: Three hundred and eighty-four – Speaking of the devil] You’ll be jumping for joy with this magical collection of bops and bangers from all around the world in languages that are certainly not English. Michael and Io talk Wikipedia, classics, Turkish K-pop, margs and pitching new shows on JOY (hint: go to joy.org.au/pitch ) all while dancing to the gems in this week’s sh...

[Croatian: Three hundred and eighty-three – Middle of nowhere] Go grab a friend and tell them that Io’s back! To celebrate the great reunion, Michael and Io deliver a show packed to the brim with bangers and bops in languages other than English. It’s also packed with a need to feel Uzbek hair, a want to understand Tajik football and a desire to get sweaty in a Greek disco. Liked...

[Ukrainian: Three hundred and eighty-two – Glory all around the world] After a little break, Michael is back with brand new tunes from all around the world. Not only do some of your 2025 Eurovision faves get a play, but we celebrate all things Ukraine after their Independence Day (and big win in the gymnastics). You’ll find out a whole lot more when Io’s back next week! Liked a p...

[Thai: Three hundred and eighty-one – See you later] Goodbye is always the hardest thing to say. Michael’s had a tough 24 hours, but always feels better by having a dance to amazing tunes that aren’t in English. Get up and dance with those around you, and for those who have left us. And enjoy the special trip into the archives while Michael takes a break until the end of August....

[Italian: Three hundred and eighty – Just say it!] Don’t wait – just dive into the babble, fresh with hot new tunes that are making waves around the world. Michael delivers these treats for your listening pleasure, with comebacks from K-pop superstars and chalga bangers from Eastern European legends, to what makes a real bro in French and a summer celebration from a friend of the...

[French: Three hundred and seventy-nine – Lucky you] It’s time to bring the heat with a trip around the world. Michael delivers the fire with these absolute bangers, fresh and new, and made for a fun Saturday night. Celebrate what’s good about languages other than English, and what’s great about Australia’s First Nations people during NAIDOC Week . Liked a particular...

[Slovenian: Three hundred and seventy-eight – Going smoothly] It’s all about summer in the northern hemisphere, and this show has some of the hottest tracks going around. Michael brings you summer hits, pool tunes and some hot releases from Eurovision favourites. Welcome to summer… and happy birthday Domen! Liked a particular track? Click the link to check out the video . And don...