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For National Popcorn Lover's Day, Paul Paxton-White of Kinrise Snackfoods, joins Ruta in the Cereal Box to discuss the beloved snack. From Cob's Popcorn's journey as a business to the most under-rated flavour of popcorn, the Cereal Box is 'popping' with good, and 'yummy' vibes! Presenters: Ella Le Fournour, Ruta Alai, Connor Deneys Executive Producers: Ella Le Fournour, Sam Kelly We're live weekdays on SYN from 7:30am 📻 Stay in the loop @GetCerealSYN Email us via getcereal@syn.org.au

Was Timothee Chalamet dragging opera and ballet the most iconic moment to scroll about this week? Ella puts Ruta and Connor to the test of ranking some of this weeks craziest moments, except they dont know what theyre going to be ranking next! Will they regret their number 1 choice, and will they agree on each others opinions... Presenters: Ella Le Fournour, Ruta Alai, Connor Deneys Executive Producers: Ella Le Fournour, Sam Kelly We're live weekdays on SYN from 7:30am 📻 Stay in the loop @GetCerealSYN Email us via getcereal@syn.org.au

Ella, Ruta and Connor are joined by Angela, the program manager of Clunes Booktown Festival, to discuss the exciting programs, talks and workshops of the annual festival. Held from the 21st to 22nd of March, the festival has something for everyone, from romantasy books to writing workshops! Presenters: Ella Le Fournour, Ruta Alai, Connor Deneys Executive Producers: Ella Le Fournour, Sam Kelly We're live weekdays on SYN from 7:30am 📻 Stay in the loop @GetCerealSYN Email us via getcereal@syn.org.au

Thursdays are for quizzes! And boy, do we have some crazy ones today! It's World Popcorn Lovers day, and we heard from popcorn experts, as well as spotlighting amazing festivals happening this weekend in Melbourne! Speaking of, we discuss our great city winning the number 1 city in the world! Ella then puts Connor and Ruta's pop culture knowledge to the test as they blind rank most iconic moments of the week, before chatting to The Hoist's Madz ahead of their exciting interview with Keli Holiday!

Sam, Jess and Ruta chat with Laurie from Asian Cinema Collective about the group’s mission to celebrate and promote Asian cinema in Melbourne. Laurie shares how the collective first started, how he became involved, and the impact they hope to have by bringing more Asian films and stories to local audiences. They also chat about an upcoming screening, how film lovers can get involved with the community, and where people can find more information about future events.  Presenters: Sam Kelly, Ruta Alai and Jessica Djendria Executive Producers: Ella Le Fournour and Sam Kelly We're live weekdays on SYN from 7:30am 📻 And weekends from 8:00am 📻 Stay in the loop @GetCerealSYN Email us via getcereal@syn.org.au

Midweek Confessions returns to the Cereal Box with Sam, Jess and Ruta sharing the moments from their week they probably shouldn’t admit to. Ruta reveals she somehow ended up buying sushi from the same place four times in a row, Jess shares an awkward encounter with a crush, and Sam debuts a brand new (and very questionable) theme song for the segment. Relatable? Maybe. Slightly embarrassing? Definitely. Presenters: Sam Kelly, Ruta Alai and Jessica Djendria Executive Producers: Ella Le Fournour and Sam Kelly We're live weekdays on SYN from 7:30am 📻 And weekends from 8:00am 📻 Stay in the loop @GetCerealSYN Email us via getcereal@syn.org.au

Sam, Jess and Ruta chat with Bec from Little Dreamers about the organisation’s mission to support young people aged 4 to 25 who care for family members affected by disability, illness or other challenges. In celebration of National Dream Day, Bec explains how Little Dreamers helps young carers still pursue their own ambitions while balancing huge responsibilities at home. They also talk about some of the inspiring dreams young carers have shared, what support looks like for kids who may not know what their future holds yet, and how the wider community can get involved to help these young people achieve their goals. Presenters: Sam Kelly, Ruta Alai and Jessica Djendria Executive Producers: Ella Le Fournour and Sam Kelly We're live weekdays on SYN from 7:30am 📻 And weekends from 8:00am 📻 Stay in the loop @GetCerealSYN Email us via getcereal@syn.org.au

Sam reports back after heading along to see Hilltop Hoods live the Friday before, sharing what the atmosphere was like, the standout moments from the show, and why the group continues to pull such big crowds. From the crowd energy to the setlist highlights, he gives the Cereal Box a quick recap of the night. Presenters: Sam Kelly, Ruta Alai and Jessica Djendria Executive Producers: Ella Le Fournour and Sam Kelly We're live weekdays on SYN from 7:30am 📻 And weekends from 8:00am 📻 Stay in the loop @GetCerealSYN Email us via getcereal@syn.org.au

Sam, Jess and Ruta lean into National Dream Day by revealing the childhood careers they once imagined for themselves — from doctor to Disney princess to lawyer — before chatting with Bec from Little Dreamers about the organisation supporting young people who care for family members. Midweek Confessions returns with Ruta admitting she bought sushi from the same place four times in a row, Jess sharing an awkward crush encounter, and Sam debuting a questionable new theme song for the segment. The team also chat with Laurie from Asian Cinema Collective about promoting Asian cinema and an upcoming screening happening tonight. Sam also shares some media coverage from the Hilltop Hoods show he attended the Friday before, giving the team a quick recap of the night. Plus, the Question of the Week gets everyone thinking: what’s the craziest thing you’ve ever done to avoid doing a task, in honour of National Procrastination Week? Presenters: Sam Kelly, Ruta Alai and Jessica Djendria Executive Producers: Ella Le Fournour and Sam Kelly We're live weekdays on SYN from 7:30am 📻 And weekends from 8:00am 📻 Stay in the loop @GetCerealSYN Email us via getcereal@syn.org.au  

Reknowned Hypnotist Mark Anthony is attempting to set the record for the most people hypnotised live on stage this weekend in Melbourne! Ella, Maddy and Matilda ask the burning questions, including why people may be skeptical about hypnotism, before hearing all about the exciting event! Presenters: Ella Le Fournour, Maddy Halford, Matilda Prelec Executive Producers: Ella Le Fournour, Sam Kelly We're live weekdays on SYN from 7:30am 📻 Stay in the loop @GetCerealSYN Email us via getcereal@syn.org.au

Ella, Maddy, and Matilda are back in the studio for another Get Cereal. In honour of this week’s Question of the Week, the team reflect on whether they’re procrastination princesses or secretly running a tight ship. We throw it back with Today in History, as Maddy challenges Ella and Matilda to guess a major historical moment from a few clues. We also revisit a classic segment on guilty pleasures — embarrassing or secretly relatable? Before the beloved Crunch, we chat with renowned hypnotist Mark Anthony about his upcoming March 13 show honouring Australian icon John Farnham, where he’ll attempt to break a world record. Finally, Crunchmaster Matilda takes charge for the last Crunch for a little while — but who will win: newcomer Maddy or resident producer Ella? Presenters: Ella Le Fournour, Maddy Halford, Matilda Prelec Executive Producers: Ella Le Fournour, Sam Kelly We're live weekdays on SYN from 7:30am 📻 Stay in the loop @GetCerealSYN Email us via getcereal@syn.org.au

TGIF! Ella, Matilda and Jess ring in the weekend with something for everyone in today’s show! From books, to cars, and everything in between! As part of the 2026 readings challenge, the team recommend their favourite books of the month, before learning what all the fuss is about when it comes to the Australian Grand Prix. Jess puts Ella and Matilda to the test during her first ever stint as Crunchmaster!  Presenters: Ella Le Fournour, Matilda Prelec, Jessica Djendria  Executive Producers: Ella Le Fournour, Sam Kelly We're live weekdays on SYN from 7:30am 📻 Stay in the loop @GetCerealSYN Email us via getcereal@syn.org.au

Crunchmaster puts Ruta and Ella to the test, for the first time in Get Cereal history - testing their knowledge of films old and new, until a mammoth lead begins to unfold for one of the presenters. The results will leave you laughing! Presenters: Ella Le Fournour, Ruta Alai, Connor Deneys Executive Producers: Ella Le Fournour, Sam Kelly We're live weekdays on SYN from 7:30am 📻 Stay in the loop @GetCerealSYN Email us via getcereal@syn.org.au

Ella, Ruta and Connor bring the giggles and banter in this mornings episode, discussing all things Oscar predictions, reel film day and the ultimate brekky food showdown. Connor reveals his unusual brekky preference, before quizzing Ruta and Ella on how well they payed attention to the show that was. Ruta also brought tongue-twisters into the Cereal Box, and what was said will leave you speechless! Presenters: Ella Le Fournour, Ruta Alai, Connor Deneys Executive Producers: Ella Le Fournour, Sam Kelly We're live weekdays on SYN from 7:30am 📻 Stay in the loop @GetCerealSYN Email us via getcereal@syn.org.au

Crunchmaster Ruta hosts Sam and Jess in a very questionable but high-stakes crunch. From oddly phrased questions to mispronunciations of Gen Z slang, the Cereal Box is bustling with pure chaos, as Sam and Jess battle a tie-breaker in an old-fashioned game of rock-paper-scissors. Presenters: Sam Kelly, Ruta Alai and Jessica Djendria Executive Producers: Ella Le Fournour and Sam Kelly We're live weekdays on SYN from 7:30am 📻 And weekends from 8:00am 📻 Stay in the loop @GetCerealSYN Email us via getcereal@syn.org.au  

In celebration of World Snack Day, we've invited Emily from Snack Reviews Aus to talk about all things snacks! As someone with an expertise in the snacks department, Emily tells us about current trends in snacks, how her snack journey started, and her personal favorite snacks. Hear as Emily doubles down on her love of snacks, effectively creating a divide in today's Cereal Box. Presenters: Sam Kelly, Ruta Alai and Jessica Djendria Executive Producers: Ella Le Fournour and Sam Kelly We're live weekdays on SYN from 7:30am 📻 And weekends from 8:00am 📻 Stay in the loop @GetCerealSYN Email us via getcereal@syn.org.au  

Had a rough start to your week? Or are you scared your week won't end so well? Not to fear, for Midweek Confessions is here!  In the Cereal Box every Wednesday, Sam, Jess, and Ruta confess their most ridiculous and embarrassing moments, in hopes of making your week a bit better. Hear about Ruta and Jess' Karage Chicken Disaster, as well as Sam's awkward encounter with his manager. Presenters: Sam Kelly, Ruta Alai and Jessica Djendria Executive Producers: Ella Le Fournour and Sam Kelly We're live weekdays on SYN from 7:30am 📻 And weekends from 8:00am 📻 Stay in the loop @GetCerealSYN Email us via getcereal@syn.org.au  

Sam, Jess and Ruta lean fully into World Snack Day with a very on-brand, snack-fuelled Wednesday. The team revisit the Question of the Week — are we addicted to our phones? — and take the opportunity to publicly roast Sam’s screen time. Midweek Confessions sees Jess and Ruta scrambling to finish chicken before class, while Sam recounts an awkward phone interaction that probably could’ve ended sooner. There are strong snack opinions, controversial hot takes and plenty of personal favourites shared before snack reviewer and Aussie influencer Emily drops by the studio to recommend her must-try picks and call out what’s overrated. Ruta steps up as Crunchmaster to close out the show — and let’s just say things didn’t exactly stay calm. Presenters: Sam Kelly, Ruta Alai and Jessica Djendria Executive Producers: Ella Le Fournour and Sam Kelly We're live weekdays on SYN from 7:30am 📻 And weekends from 8:00am 📻 Stay in the loop @GetCerealSYN Email us via getcereal@syn.org.au  

Crunchmaster Maddy is in the hot seat this Tuesday morning, putting co-hosts Matilda and Ella to the test, and it’s extra spectacular today as special guest Philip Lee from SYN Media’s Player One joins the chaos. The quiz covers everything from Question of the Week, and superstitions to astrology vs astronomy, plus some fiery leftovers from this week’s Tit for Tat debate. With more players and more pressure, who’s taking the crown? Will underdog Phill pull off a shock win, or will the loyal Get Cereal hosts defend their turf? Stay tuned to find out… Presenters: Ella Le Fournour Executive Producers: Ella Le Fournour, Sam Kelly We're live weekdays on SYN from 7:30am 📻 Stay in the loop @GetCerealSYN Email us via getcereal@syn.org.au

SYN's flagship gaming shows' Philip Lee, from Player One, swaps late nights for an early morning, joining Ella, Maddy and Matilda in the Cereal Box to discuss all things Uno! From controversial plays, to learning the 'official' rules live on air, Phil shares why he believes the simple card game is one of the best to play, before surprising the hosts with their very own reverse uno card as a gift! Presenters: Ella Le Fournour, Maddy Halford, Matilda Prelec Executive Producers: Ella Le Fournour, Sam Kelly We're live weekdays on SYN from 7:30am 📻 Stay in the loop @GetCerealSYN Email us via getcereal@syn.org.au

Ella, Maddy and Matilda welcome Dr Tanya Hill, Senior Curator of Astronomy at the Melbourne Planiterium to better understand the rare blood moon occuring on March 3. From historical omens, to what it means for our planet today, Dr Hill shares what's actually happening in the sky to turn the moon red, as well as the best tips to get the best view of this celestial phenomenon - the last one until 2029! Presenters: Ella Le Fournour, Maddy Halford, Matilda Prelec Executive Producers: Ella Le Fournour and Sam Kelly We're live weekdays on SYN from 7:30am 📻 And weekends from 8:00am 📻 Stay in the loop @GetCerealSYN Email us via getcereal@syn.org.au

Autumn’s in the air and Maddy, Ella, and Matilda are leaning in; saying goodbye to summer while spotlighting the best events around the city. They're joined by Senior Curator of Astronomy Dr Tanya Hill to unpack the March 3 Blood Moon lunar eclipse which historically has been a bad omen. From there, superstitions; are they harmless fun, or is there something more to them? Plus, the Question of the Week gets a little too real as the team bravely exposes their screen times, whilst discussing if it’s socially acceptable to be addicted to their phones. Lastly, early mornings meet late night radio as special guest Philip Lee from Player One drops in to debate the “proper” way to play UNO. Philip stuck around to join the Crunch, and the winner will definelty shock you.. Presenters: Ella Le Fournour, Maddy Halford, Matilda Prelec Executive Producers: Ella Le Fournour and Sam Kelly We're live weekdays on SYN from 7:30am 📻 And weekends from 8:00am 📻 Stay in the loop @GetCerealSYN Email us via getcereal@syn.org.au

Maddy steps up as Crunchmaster while Sam and Connor go head-to-head in a slightly chaotic round of trivia (complete with a few technical hiccups along the way). The pair attempt to guess the highest-rated Best Picture nominees on Rotten Tomatoes, brainstorm ways to break a phone addiction, and name events happening around Melbourne this week. There are bold calls, second guesses and at least one moment where the tech almost stole the spotlight. Just another smooth and seamless Crunch. Presenters: Sam Kelly Executive Producers: Ella Le Fournour and Sam Kelly We're live weekdays on SYN from 7:30am 📻 And weekends from 8:00am 📻 Stay in the loop @GetCerealSYN Email us via getcereal@syn.org.au

Our first official Mission Monday brings high expectations to the Cereal Box. The team plan to step outside their comfort zone for their side quests for this week, but not before we check on Sam’s conversations with old people, Maddy’s sewed-from-scratch dress, and Connor’s cardistry tricks. Presenters: Sam Kelly, Maddy Halford and Connor Deneys Executive Producers: Ella Le Fournour and Sam Kelly We're live weekdays on SYN from 7:30am 📻 And weekends from 8:00am 📻 Stay in the loop @GetCerealSYN Email us via getcereal@syn.org.au

Sam, Maddy and Connor chat with Charlotte Fels, president of Cinema Collective, about what the club is all about and why it’s a must for film lovers at uni. From screenings and trivia nights to special excursions, Charlotte breaks down the kinds of events students can get involved in and what makes the community so special. She also shares how she first got involved, what makes Cinema Collective such a great space for anyone obsessed with film, and how new members can jump in — including where to find them and what’s coming up next. Presenters: Sam Kelly, Maddy Halford and Connor Deneys Executive Producers: Ella Le Fournour and Sam Kelly We're live weekdays on SYN from 7:30am 📻 And weekends from 8:00am 📻 Stay in the loop @GetCerealSYN Email us via getcereal@syn.org.au

Sam chats with MAY-A about her debut album Goodbye (if you call that gone), unpacking how she’d describe the record to first-time listeners and how it compares to her earlier releases. They reflect on growth — whether the album feels like the end of a chapter or simply a snapshot in time — and what’s surprised her most now that it’s out in the world. MAY-A also opens up about writing in heat of the moment vs after the moment has passed, the best music advice she’s received, and the surreal full-circle moments that have made her stop and think, “Wow, I can't believe I get to do this!” The chat wraps with a rapid-fire round covering everything from stage mishaps to breakfast preferences.   Presenters: Sam Kelly Executive Producers: Ella Le Fournour and Sam Kelly We're live weekdays on SYN from 7:30am 📻 And weekends from 8:00am 📻 Stay in the loop @GetCerealSYN Email us via getcereal@syn.org.au

Sam, Maddy, and Connor revisit the 1986 fantasy adventure movie Labyrinth for this week’s Movie Monday. Inspired by the new Muppets Show special with Sabrina Carpenter and the anniversary of David Bowie’s passing, we ask ourselves: how has Jim Henson’s bizarre, wonderful classic aged 40 years later? Presenters: Sam Kelly, Maddy Halford and Connor Deneys Executive Producers: Ella Le Fournour and Sam Kelly We're live weekdays on SYN from 7:30am 📻 And weekends from 8:00am 📻 Stay in the loop @GetCerealSYN Email us via getcereal@syn.org.au

This week Sam, Connor and Maddy jump back into the cereal box to kick off a brand new season. With the SAG Awards and the Oscars around the corner, we dive headfirst into awards season chaos and predictions. For Movie Monday, we chat with Cinema Collective president Charlotte Fels about what students can expect from the club and why it matters. We also revisit the cult classic Labyrinth (yes, the 1986 fever dream) and rate it against a breakfast cereal; this definitely did not divide the studio… Elsewhere, we tackle the question of the week: is it socially acceptable to be addicted to your phone? We unpack tech’s grip on our lives; helpful, harmful, or just inevitable? As summer comes to a bittersweet end, we spotlight the best events happening around Melbourne this week and upcoming Month, and of course we check in on Mission Mondays. Did we smash our goals or fail spectacularly? And what chaotic side quests await next week? We wrap it all up with the infamous ‘Crunch’, where presenter Maddy tests fellow cohosts Sam and Connor to see if they were truly paying attention. It was a close game but who will walk home with ultimate bragging rights? Presenters: Sam Kelly, Maddy Halford and Connor Deneys Executive Producers: Ella Le Fournour and Sam Kelly We're live weekdays on SYN from 7:30am 📻 And weekends from 8:00am 📻 Stay in the loop @GetCerealSYN Email us via getcereal@syn.org.au  

Crunchmaster Sam hosts this flashback fridays crunch- full of early 2010s trivia. From pokemon go to popular music trivia, who will come out on top? Presenters: Sam Kelly, Matilda Prelec and Jessica Djendria Executive Producers: Ella Le Fournour, Sam Kelly We're live weekdays on SYN from 7:30am 📻 Stay in the loop @GetCerealSYN Email us via getcereal@syn.org.au

On this Flashback Friday, the Cereal Box is filled with nostalgia for a better and more chaotic time. Sam, Jess, and Matilda put themselves in the shoes of the average 2010s individual, exploring the era's trends, music, style, and culture. To put their memories to the test, witness them battle it out in a meme quiz and a 2010s themed Crunch at the end! Presenters: Sam Kelly, Matilda Prelec and Jessica Djendria Executive Producers: Ella Le Fournour, Sam Kelly We're live weekdays on SYN from 7:30am 📻 Stay in the loop @GetCerealSYN Email us via getcereal@syn.org.au

Michelle Sierra from the Victorian State Ballet graces the Cereal Box with her presence ahead of the 2026 season of 'Swan Lake'. This iconic ballet will be taking the stage in Melbourne once again, this time blending re-imagined choreography with the iconic moments audiences know and love. Wether you're a ballet fanatic, or looking to expand your horizons, this adored production contains something for everyone! Presenters: Ella Le Fournour, Ruta Alai, Connor Deneys Executive Producers: Ella Le Fournour, Sam Kelly We're live weekdays on SYN from 7:30am 📻 Stay in the loop @GetCerealSYN Email us via getcereal@syn.org.au

Neha Kumar from Karmably joins Ella, Ruta and Connor in the Cereal Box to discuss all things mindfulness and yoga but with a twist - baby goats! Neha shares how through combining traditional methods of relaxation and self-reflection with the playful and heartwarming nature of young animals, it unlocks a whole new way for people to find peace and calm within themselves. Presenters: Ella Le Fournour, Ruta Alai, Connor Deneys Executive Producers: Ella Le Fournour, Sam Kelly We're live weekdays on SYN from 7:30am 📻 Stay in the loop @GetCerealSYN Email us via getcereal@syn.org.au

The Cereal Box is packed full of something for everyone this morning, whether you're a lover of the ballet, yoga, cute farm animals (actually doing yoga) or astronomy, Ella, Ruta and Connor try everything this morning! With events such as the Victorian Ballet's Swan Lake, as well as Goat Yoga Therapy on this weekend in Melbourne, the team are gearing you up for the weekend, and bringing plenty of laughs with it.  Presenters: Ella Le Fournour, Ruta Alai, Connor Deneys Executive Producers: Ella Le Fournour, Sam Kelly We're live weekdays on SYN from 7:30am 📻 Stay in the loop @GetCerealSYN Email us via getcereal@syn.org.au

Sam takes on Crunchmaster duties as Jess and Ruta battle through a trivia round that jumps from snack aisle knowledge to Olympic stats. The team try to guess the best-selling chip flavours, estimate how many balloons it would take to lift a person off the ground, and recap Australia’s performance on the Winter Olympics medal table. There are confident guesses, questionable logic and at least one answer delivered with far too much certainty. Just another calm and composed Crunch. Presenters: Sam Kelly, Ruta Alai and Jessica Djendria Executive Producers: Ella Le Fournour and Sam Kelly We're live weekdays on SYN from 7:30am 📻 And weekends from 8:00am 📻 Stay in the loop @GetCerealSYN Email us via getcereal@syn.org.au

What has four legs and crawls around your house? Nope - it's not your cat! In the Cereal Box, Sam, Jess and Ruta talk to Councillor Davydd Griffiths about the Insect BioBlitz program, where citizens young and old are encouraged to go on a bug-documenting journey across the City of Melbourne. Hear about the hundreds type of bugs one could find in Melbourne and how we can all take part in this adventurous initiative! Presenters: Sam Kelly, Ruta Alai and Jessica Djendria Executive Producers: Ella Le Fournour and Sam Kelly We're live weekdays on SYN from 7:30am 📻 And weekends from 8:00am 📻 Stay in the loop @GetCerealSYN Email us via getcereal@syn.org.au

Sam, Jess and Ruta step outside the Cereal Box and into an immersive, imaginery world created entirely out of 400,000 balloons with Gene Efron, Video Producer at Secret Melbourne, for an exclusive look into the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre's Balloon Story. They discuss the birth of the idea, interactive scultuptures apart of the exhibit, and the biggest scultpture apart of the Balloon Story World!  Presenters: Sam Kelly, Ruta Alai and Jessica Djendria Executive Producers: Ella Le Fournour and Sam Kelly We're live weekdays on SYN from 7:30am 📻 And weekends from 8:00am 📻 Stay in the loop @GetCerealSYN Email us via getcereal@syn.org.au  

Midweek Confessions was stacked this week. Sam admits he’s fully addicted to a very specific TikTok video he cannot stop replaying, Ruta reveals she got rejected three separate times just trying to order food, and Jess makes up for lost time with plenty of stories after being away. Some confessions are relatable. Others… slightly concerning. Presenters: Sam Kelly, Ruta Alai and Jessica Djendria Executive Producers: Ella Le Fournour and Sam Kelly We're live weekdays on SYN from 7:30am 📻 And weekends from 8:00am 📻 Stay in the loop @GetCerealSYN Email us via getcereal@syn.org.au  

Sam, Jess and Ruta are finally reunited in the studio as Jess makes her long-awaited return — and there’s a lot to unpack. Midweek Confessions kicks things off with Sam admitting he’s fully addicted to a very specific TikTok video, Ruta revealing she got rejected three times trying to order food at a restaurant, and Jess unloading plenty of stories after being away. The trio dive into the Question of the Week — do we gatekeep our hidden gems or actually share them? — before honouring National Inconvenience Yourself Day by confessing the wildest things they’ve done just to avoid a tiny inconvenience. It’s also National Chip Week, which sparks some very passionate chip chat. Plus, conversations with Davydd Griffiths about the Insect BioBlitz initiative and Gene Efron from Secrets Melbourne unpacking the viral balloon story, before Sam steps up as Crunchmaster to close out the show. Presenters: Sam Kelly, Ruta Alai and Jessica Djendria Executive Producers: Ella Le Fournour and Sam Kelly We're live weekdays on SYN from 7:30am 📻 And weekends from 8:00am 📻 Stay in the loop @GetCerealSYN Email us via getcereal@syn.org.au  

Associate director of student life at RMIT joins Ella, Maddy and Matilda in the Cereal Box to discuss all things O-Week. From the exciting activities, the possibility of social clubs, and useful tips for students who may be nervous about starting uni, Tim's advice will be sure to help anyone who is about to embark on a new chapter of study! Presenters: Ella Le Fournour, Maddy Halford, Matilda Prelec Executive Producers: Ella Le Fournour, Sam Kelly We're live weekdays on SYN from 7:30am 📻 Stay in the loop @GetCerealSYN Email us via getcereal@syn.org.au

Ella, Matilda, and Maddy jump in the cereal box for the first time together this morning to shake up the day as a new dream team, discussing all University essentials as the academic season gets back in full swing. The associate director of student life at RMIT, Tim Burdeu, jumped in the Cereal Box to give a sneak peek of what’s to come during O-week celebrations and provided useful advice for commencing students. It wouldn’t be a Tit for Tat Tuesday without sparking a bit of friendly disagreements as we reflect on our question of the week, whether we think we’re gatekeepers or sharers, in which our answers even surprised ourselves. Finally, Maddy and Matilda go head to head to see who is smarter than a fifth grader. Presenters: Ella Le Fournour, Maddy Halford, Matilda Prelec Executive Producers: Ella Le Fournour, Sam Kelly We're live weekdays on SYN from 7:30am 📻 Stay in the loop @GetCerealSYN Email us via getcereal@syn.org.au

Sam, Maddy, and Connor discuss Netflix’s new rom-com “People We Meet on Vacation” in this week’s edition of Movie Monday, discussing its online hype and critical success, how faithful it is to the source material, and whether we can see Tom Blyth as anything other than ruthless dictator Coriolanus Snow (spoiler alert: he’s pretty good). Presenters: Sam Kelly, Maddy Halford and Connor Deneys Executive Producers: Ella Le Fournour and Sam Kelly We're live weekdays on SYN from 7:30am 📻 And weekends from 8:00am 📻 Stay in the loop @GetCerealSYN Email us via getcereal@syn.org.au

Sam and Maddy are joined by Monday’s newest addition, Connor, to send off the last week of summer with a bang. For Movie Monday, the trio unpack the critically acclaimed People We Meet on Vacation, sparking a little friendly friction in the SYN studio. The Question of the Week gets topical as they debate whether we’re more likely to gatekeep the niche things we love or share them with the world. Plus, they launch a brand new segment, Mission Mondays, where the team commits to weekly sidequests and holds each other accountable — whether they smash it or completely flop.   Presenters: Sam Kelly, Maddy Halford and Connor Deneys Executive Producers: Ella Le Fournour and Sam Kelly We're live weekdays on SYN from 7:30am 📻 And weekends from 8:00am 📻 Stay in the loop @GetCerealSYN Email us via getcereal@syn.org.au

Stick from the 2026 Afro Caribbean Carnival in Fed Square joins Ella and Matilda to share what audiences can expect from the 'biggest dance party in the city'. From traditional food trucks, to exclusive sound systems playing traditional music, it's not one to be missed.  Presenters: Ella Le Fournour, Matilda Prelec Executive Producers: Ella Le Fournour, Sam Kelly We're live weekdays on SYN from 7:30am 📻 Stay in the loop @GetCerealSYN Email us via getcereal@syn.org.au

Readings Carlton's Joe Rubbo joins Ella and Matilda to share how, a decade after winning best International Bookstore in 2016, Readings continues to be the cornerstone for the literary community in Melbourne, supporting new authors and how the community can get involved with it's weekly events.  Presenters: Ella Le Fournour, Matilda Prelec Executive Producers: Ella Le Fournour, Sam Kelly We're live weekdays on SYN from 7:30am 📻 Stay in the loop @GetCerealSYN Email us via getcereal@syn.org.au

Get Cereal host's Ella and Matilda ring in the weekend with an exlusive chat with a representative of this weekends Afro Carribean Carnival in Fed Square, before taking a trip down memory lane to reflect on their favourite social media trends and book series. Lastly, they chat to Readings Carlton's managing director, Joe Rubbo on the organsations incredible acheivement in 2016, and how it continues to be the cornerstone for the literary community in Melbourne, a decade on from winning best International Book Store.  Presenters: Ella Le Fournour, Matilda Prelec Executive Producers: Ella Le Fournour, Sam Kelly We're live weekdays on SYN from 7:30am 📻 Stay in the loop @GetCerealSYN Email us via getcereal@syn.org.au

Senior Curator of Astronomy at the Melbourne Planetarium, Dr Tanya Hill, joins Ella, Connor and Ruta to commemorate Pluto's discovery in 1930, sharing exactly why Pluto was demoted to a dwarf planet, the criteria for celestial bodies to become planets, and shares interesting facts about our solar system!  Presenters: Ella Le Fournour, Ruta Alai, Connor Deneys Executive Producers: Ella Le Fournour, Sam Kelly We're live weekdays on SYN from 7:30am 📻 Stay in the loop @GetCerealSYN Email us via getcereal@syn.org.au

Ruta and Ella welcome new presenter Connor into the Cereal Box with the traditional brekky themed initiation, before deep diving into alien theories, Melbournian Microaggressions, before celebrating Pluto's belated birthday with an interview with Dr Tanya Hill from the Melbourne Planiterium where we learn what is the criteria for a planet is, and where Pluto now fits! Presenters: Ella Le Fournour, Ruta Alai, Connor Deneys Executive Producers: Ella Le Fournour, Sam Kelly We're live weekdays on SYN from 7:30am 📻 Stay in the loop @GetCerealSYN Email us via getcereal@syn.org.au

Fresh off his release of his song, Sweet Talk, Australian singer-songwriter, Sebastian Haysman joins the Cereal Box to share the story behind the song, upcoming gigs he is performing at, and future projects in the works. Plus, he performs a live acoustic version of the single in the studio!  Presenters: Sam Kelly, Ruta Alai and Matilda Prelec Executive Producers: Ella Le Fournour and Sam Kelly We're live weekdays on SYN from 7:30am 📻 And weekends from 8:00am 📻 Stay in the loop @GetCerealSYN Email us via getcereal@syn.org.au  

Councillor Mark Scott joins Sam, Matilda and Ruta for an exclusive preview of the annual Moomba Festival (5-9th of March). Mark shares hidden gems for this year's Festival, the profound history of the celebrations and helps the Cereal Box set up a potential participation in next year's iconic Birdman Rally.  Presenters: Sam Kelly, Ruta Alai and Matilda Prelec Executive Producers: Ella Le Fournour and Sam Kelly We're live weekdays on SYN from 7:30am 📻 And weekends from 8:00am 📻 Stay in the loop @GetCerealSYN Email us via getcereal@syn.org.au  

Sam, Ruta and Matilda are back with their midweek confessions. From concert etiquette, to faking being sick and blasting a song on repeat. Councillor Mark Scott joined the show to discuss the iconic Moomba Festival in Melbourne. Flowing from iconic aussie events, the team chatted about what classic Aussie kids shows they want to have a reboot. Australian artist Sebastian Haysman performed his latest single 'Sweet Talk' and shared the story behind the works of the song.  The team disscussed the question of the week: Does Gen Z apologise too much? Presenters: Sam Kelly, Ruta Alai and Matilda Prelec Executive Producers: Ella Le Fournour and Sam Kelly We're live weekdays on SYN from 7:30am 📻 And weekends from 8:00am 📻 Stay in the loop @GetCerealSYN Email us via getcereal@syn.org.au