Ally and Brendan

An action-packed episode that starts with another car-saga from Ally, some interesting Aussie slang has made it's way into the news and the team chat about a new social media trend called 'Monk Mode' and whether or not they could see themselves taking it up. Another day of fun, laughter and hope. In this episode: The adventures of Ally's car troubles continue. Smoke from the steering wheel isn't g...

No mid-week blues around here, Ally & Brendan bring more laughs and fun to your morning. In today's episode the team chat about the best 3 cheeses (and struggle to keep their lists to only 3!). Ally & Brendan are also joined by Tarryn Stokes who is a finalist on 'The Voice Australia' who chats about her faith and journey on the show. In this episode: Ally got ready in a rather unconvention...

After a longer than intended break, your favourite Brekky Duo are back! Did Ally really not know you need a Visa to travel to the US? And why did Brendan ironing cause such a heated debate with his mates? Welcome back to Hope Brekky, we're so happy you're here!  In this episode: The team are officially back together, and Ally explains her additional week off. Did Ally actually not know you need a...

Ally & Brendan are currently on leave, so Producer Celeste has compiled some of the best bits from the show over the past few months and has also included some new segments for our Podcast Crew to enjoy. The team are back on MONDAY 25 Sept!    In this episode: Rate and review - pretty please? The rumor mill has been working overtime that Disneyland Australia could be on the cards. Could it rea...

Ally & Brendan are currently on leave, so Producer Celeste has compiled some of the best bits from the show over the past few months and has also included some new segments for our Podcast Crew to enjoy.   In this episode: The team are still on leave, I wonder if they're missing us? Ally shares about the time she forgot to RSVP for the party and how it played out. Claud the Koala is a very che...

Ally & Brendan are currently on leave, so Producer Celeste has compiled some of the best bits from the show over the past few months and has also included some new segments for our Podcast Crew to enjoy.   In this episode: A much needed break Ally and Brendan play one of their favourite games 'Remember the Time' The team give their first-instinct responses in the game 'Yay or Nay' I'll make yo...

Ally & Brendan are currently on leave, so Producer Celeste has compiled some of the best bits from the show over the past few months and has also included some new segments for our Podcast Crew to enjoy. In this episode: Chat GPT offers up some suggestions for what we can call our podcast crew, thoughts and feelings? Ally changes Brendan and Celeste's lives by introducing them to brown cheese,...

Ally & Brendan are currently on leave, so Producer Celeste has compiled some of the best bits from the show over the past few months and has also included some new segments for our Podcast Crew to enjoy. In this episode: Ally would love to come up with a name for our wonderful podcast listeners, suggestions welcome! Napping has benefits to our brains, sign us up for nap-club. 6-degrees of sepa...

Brendan and Producer Celeste had the Friday feels today! In today's ep Celeste educates Brendan on kids birthday party trends, and Brendan also fesses up to finally succumbing to a trend he swore he'd never jump onto. In this episode: Summer has come early to Sydney! New studies have revealed how can our sleep habits can effect our dental health. Brendan is shocked at what is trending with kids pa...

Brendan and Producer Celeste take a deeper look into R U Ok Day and discuss the importance of taking the conversation beyond just asking the question. They also hear a story of a woman in the US who swallowed an AirPod while on her morning walk, so many questions! In this episode: A reminder that today is R U Ok Day. Formal language in emails is become less common, the team chat about the changes...

Welcome to Wonderful Wednesday! Brendan and Producer Celeste dive into some of the stories making headlines today, including a story that came out of Perth Zoo involving an orangutan throwing something out of a hut. And we also try to compile the Ultimate Sitcom watchlist. Does Brendan's favourite make the list? In this episode: It's a sunny Sydney day and the weather is giving us all the Spring v...

Dust off your yo-yo's and get ready for a bumper episode of the Hope Brekky show. Amongst the fun and chaos of today's show, Brendan and Producer Celeste discussed the changes coming to one Sydney suburb council and the bin collection routine. They also tried to decide which TV game show is Australia's most loved.  In this episode: A new iPhone launch and a smokey city. Sweet dreams are made of th...

Ally is currently on 2 weeks leave, so Producer Celeste steps in to host the show with Brendan. In today's episode they discuss musical theatre and what shows need to make a comeback to the stage. And speaking of comebacks, Brendan questions one fashion choice that's starting to reappear. In this episode: Got a spare $1BILLION?! If you do you could buy an island Annual leave could be extended from...

Ally & Brendan were out on a school night at a premiere, but the adventure didn't stop for Brendan with an unexpected situation almost causing him to miss the show today. In this episode: Brendan's day kicked off more adventurous than he anticipated, and almost didn't make it in for the show! Justin our Sports Expert gets us up to date with everything happening with AFL and NRL grand finals co...

With the news hitting that popular brand Allens lollies were removing some beloved sweets from our shelves, Ally & Brendan have a hearty debate about which is the more superior lolly (and spoiler alert- our faves will be returning to shelves!). We also take a deep dive into some of Australia's favourite 'Big Things' with a new collectors coin range being released in celebration of our love of...

Ally confiscated a recorder from her kids only to bring it to work to torture the team, we wonder how long it will last in the Hope offices. Brendan also pleads his case for why pineapple are the superior summer fruit in this week's edition of 'Say Goodbye'. In this episode: Ally officially enrolled her son in school and the team reflect on how quickly time is going.  Clutter free helps reduce str...

Ally & Brendan take a deep dive into the world of ice baths after Brendan's algorithm is full of advertisements for them. And in honour of 'National Be Late for Something Day' the team hear stories from Hopelanders about when they were late for major events. In this episode: Ally learns something new after her dentist visit yesterday, that Brendan already knew and has been doing. Ally puts Bre...

The first Monday of Spring is here! Ally & Brendan recap their weekends and start planning for New Year's Eve because changes are coming to the Sydney foreshore this year (and yes, we know it's only September!). We also catch up on a heartwarming moment from Friday's show and share how Hopeland showed up for one of our wonderful listeners. In this episode: Ally successfully makes Father's Day...

For one day a year, Ally lifts the ban of no dad jokes on the show, so Brendan and Celeste pack as many dad jokes into the show as possible ahead of celebrating Father's Day. The team also speak to parents about the advice they have for new dads, and we call the winner of the Jim's Mowing voucher. Enjoy the giggles! In this episode: The ban is lifted, and the dad jokes are flowing! But can we make...

Ally has a conundrum that she asked for advice on, while Brendan brought an epic game of Yay or Nay to the team. Brendan and Producer Celeste are now busy finding as many dad jokes ahead of Friday's show to see if they can once again break Ally. In this episode: Father's Day prep is underway, and we're bringing back Dad Joke Friday. Ally can't stand dad jokes but we broke her last year, can we do...

Being live on-air can often lead to some fun and chaotic moments, it can also lead to snap decisions being made, and in today's episode, Ally & Brendan tick all the above boxes. But what exactly have they committed to? And what gave Ally the giggles so badly she couldn't talk? In this episode: A reminder to call the people you love. The country fell in love with 'Old People's Home for Four Yea...

Weddings are a joyous occasion to celebrate love and the beginning of a new life together, but what happens when one of the bridal party upstages the couple? We also put Brendan to the test and see if he's able to guess the year for 'Remember the time'; will his winning streak continue? In this episode: It's time to seize the day, but could you seize the day at 2:15am?  Have you ever had your thun...

Welcome to a new week! Ally and Brendan kick off the week with some Monday Motivation, hoping to kickstart the week for Hopelanders. They also play food judges in a Caramel Slice Bake Off in the Hope offices. The countdown to Spring is on and the team can't wait for the warmer weather. Let's do this! In this episode: Countdown to Spring is on!  We found out we're doing coffee wrong according to on...

After a bumper week the team are bringing the Friday vibes and also celebrating the incredible generosity of people after exceeding the goal for 'Take Away Hunger Day'! Thank you for your generosity and coming together to meet the need. In this episode: An update on 'Take Away Hunger Day' - you did good Sydney!! A new trend is taking hold: Micro Weddings. Justin our Sports Expert updates us on eve...

Today's podcast is slightly different as Hope 103.2 joins with Christian radio stations around the nation to raise money for Take Away Hunger Day. Join Ally and Brendan for conversations around Feed the Hungry and how your $6 donation is able to provide a month's worth of food for a child in Uganda. In this episode: Ps Solomon from Uganda shares about the reality of the children that Feed the Hung...