In a move that’s set to shake up the Adelaide radio scene, AFLW superstar and renowned sports figure, Erin Phillips, has announced her highly anticipated return to the airwaves. The dual-sport athlete and former Port Adelaide captain is joining the teams at 104.7 Triple M and 107.1 SAFM, bringing her unique blend of sporting insight, personal anecdotes, and infectious energy to two of the city’s most beloved radio stations.
Phillips, whose illustrious career spans over two decades across basketball and Australian Rules Football, will contribute to The Rush Hour with Bernie, Blewey, and Jars on Triple M and the Bec & Soda Breakfast show on SAFM. Having hung up her boots last year, Phillips is no stranger to the media landscape, previously gracing the airwaves and leaving a mark with her engaging storytelling and insightful commentary.
“I’m excited to be getting back behind the mic with SCA and to be part of two highly respected stations in Triple M and SAFM,” Phillips expressed, signaling not just a return but a reinvigoration of her media career.
At Triple M, Phillips will dive into discussions on football, her journey through motherhood, and life beyond the elite athletic sphere. Matthew O’Reilly, Head of Triple M Metro Content, highlighted the significance of Phillips’ addition to the team: “As a dual Olympian, AFLW pioneer, and radio pro, Erin will certainly keep Bernie Vince, Greg Blewett, and Andrew Jarman on their toes during her weekly appearances.” He also noted, “The Rush Hour is the only local drive show in Adelaide, and you don’t get much more Adelaide than Erin Phillips.”
On SAFM’s airwaves, Phillips will reunite with Mark ‘Soda’ Soderstrom, a familiar co-host from her previous radio engagements, and join forces with Rebecca Morse, a dedicated Port Adelaide fan. SAFM Content Director, Alex Flack, couldn’t hide his excitement, stating, “Erin is a much-loved South Australian and she brings an infectious sense of fun to the way she does radio.”
Phillips herself is keen on the dynamic she’ll bring, especially to SAFM, where she joked about joining Bec in “ganging up on” Soda, promising laughs and banter that will surely entertain and engage the Adelaide audience.
Set to start in March 2024, Phillips’ radio comeback is not just a win for sports fans but for all Adelaide listeners. Her transition from the sports field to the studio exemplifies her versatility and commitment to engaging with her community on multiple fronts, blending sports, life, and entertainment.
As Adelaide tunes in to catch Erin Phillips on Triple M and SAFM, it’s clear that her voice will be a refreshing addition to the local radio landscape, promising content that resonates with listeners across the board. The city can anticipate the insights, stories, and laughter she will bring to their mornings and afternoons, marking a new chapter in the remarkable career of this Adelaide icon.
