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4BC Mornings
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Tune in to 4BC Mornings, weekdays from 9am-12pm.
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From the Summary Podcast - Attracted to Light: The Bogong Moth Boom
From the Summary Podcast - Swarms of Bogong moths have descended on Australia’s East Coast in numbers not seen for years, prompting questions about their endangered status and the health of local ecosystems. Host Josh Bryant examines the factors behind this unexpected migration boom and what it...
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FULL SHOW: Listen back to 4BC Mornings with Gary Hardgrave, Friday October 16th, 2026
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The death of the great Aussie road trip? How tech killed off-grid family adventures
Acclaimed author and vintage photograph collector Ian Collis joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings to discuss his new book, Retro Holidays Australia, which takes readers on a pictorial journey through the 1950s, 60s, and 70s. Together, they reminisce about an era before smartphones and GPS -...
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Is the drought over? Downpours strike South East Queensland as road weather alerts issued
Nine News weather expert Luke Bradnam joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings and breaks down much-needed rainfall and active road weather alerts across Southeast Queensland following an exceptionally dry September. He also provides a weekend surf outlook amidst strong coastal winds and shares...
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"That’s all I’m good for": The heartbreaking reality facing Queensland's hidden hero carers
During National Carers Week, Carers Queensland CEO Jim Toohey joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings to shine a light on Australia’s invisible workforce of 657,000 unpaid carers contributing 484 million hours of annual care. He highlights the urgent need for legal recognition, workplace…
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From the Summary Podcast - Would You Willingly Watch Someone Die?
From the Summary Podcast - The proposal to broadcast a live execution by firing squad online has reignited fierce arguments over deterrence, state power, and exposure to extreme content. Host Josh Bryant examines the multifaceted impact of this controversial move with three key experts. Naomi…
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FULL SHOW: Listen back to 4BC Mornings with Gary Hardgrave, Thursday October 15th, 2026
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Cancer breakthroughs in jeopardy? Why local Queensland funding is the secret weapon saving lives
Professor Fiona Simpson from the UQ Fraser Institute joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings to detail her lab's ground-breaking discovery using high-dose, IV travel sickness medication to reverse therapy resistance in cancer cells. The discussion highlights how two decades of community-driven...
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Why country Australians are dying years earlier than city residents
Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings and Shadow Minister for Rural Health Dr. Anne Webster discuss a damning National Rural Health Alliance report revealing regional Australians receive $6,000 less in healthcare funding per person than city residents, leading to higher mortality rates. They also…
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Josh Frydenberg breaks silence on pandemic feuds and political future
Following a high-profile book launch in Melbourne for his memoir A Grateful Son, former Federal Treasurer Josh Frydenberg joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings and opened up about his pandemic-era clashes with former Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews. He reflected on the political dynamics between...
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From the Summary Podcast - Consulting Dr ChatGPT
From the Summary Podcast - While more than a third of Australians still turn to traditional search engines first for medical information, growing numbers are leaning on artificial intelligence and social media for answers. Host Josh Bryant examines how looking up symptoms online is impacting the...
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FULL SHOW: Listen back to 4BC Mornings with Gary Hardgrave, Wednesday October 14th, 2026
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Queensland tennis star Alex Baker sets sights on gold at landmark 50th anniversary Special Olympics
Ahead of the Special Olympics Australia National Games in Melbourne, Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings caught up with Queensland tennis star Alex Baker as he prepares for his sixth appearance at the event. The pair discuss Baker’s 25-year journey in the sport, his achievements - including a silver...
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"No community is immune": Suncorp issues urgent warning as Queensland's storm hotspots shift
Following an analysis of over 126,000 home insurance claims, Suncorp’s Disaster Management Lead Lilly Broodbank joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings to warn Queenslanders that changing weather patterns mean no community is safe from severe summer storms. The discussion highlights the…
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From the Summary Podcast - Electric Vehicles Take the Lead
From the Summary Podcast - In a major milestone for Australia’s car market, electric vehicles have officially outsold petrol vehicles in a single month for the first time. With over 27,000 EVs sold in August alone, the rapid shift away from fossil fuels is accelerating faster than ever. On this...
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FULL SHOW: Listen back to 4BC Mornings with Gary Hardgrave, Tuesday October 13th, 2026
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How Gina Rinehart’s $200M housing commitment is rescuing homeless Veterans across Australia
Victoria Cross recipient Daniel Keighran joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings to discuss the opening of the Daniel Keighran VC Apartments in Norman Park, a new housing project backed by Hancock Prospecting's $200 million pledge to combat veteran homelessness. Keighran opened up about his…
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"Democracies don't collapse, they crumble": How an Australian MP landed a top international role
Speaker of the House Milton Dick has made history as the first Australian and Pacific representative elected President of the Inter-Parliamentary Union following a vote in Tanzania. Joining Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings to discuss his landmark victory, Dick outlined his plan to champion…
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From The Summary Podcast - E-Bikes, ER Visits, and Public Safety
This is the fifth episode of our daily news podcast, to follow and get your updates throughout the day search 'The Summary' in your podcast app, and tap the follow button. The Summary, a podcast that keeps you connected to what matters, and why. As e-bikes fill Australian streets, emergency...
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FULL SHOW: Listen back to 4BC Mornings with Gary Hardgrave, Monday October 12th, 2026
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How an obscure Australian film grossed over $100M worldwide and conquered Hollywood
Director Scott Hicks joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings to reflect on the 30th anniversary of his Oscar-winning film Shine, detailing the decade-long battle to overcome studio skepticism and cast Geoffrey Rush. He discussed the film’s newly restored 4K release, his companion book, and how the...
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How radical extremism is quietly exploiting Australia’s civics system 24 years after Bali Bombings
Reflecting on the 24th anniversary of the Bali bombings, Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings honours the 202 casualties while examining how radical ideologies continue to threaten Australian national security. It raises sharp concerns over full-face coverings like the burqa and argues for stricter...
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"It's a lot of bull": Cattle industry slams 'outrageous' claims farming is ruining the Great Barrier Reef
Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings opens with a fiery critique of political climate rhetoric and international summits, questioning the claims made against local industries while rural regions suffer severe drought. He then speaks with Cattle Australia CEO Will Evans, who vigorously defends graziers...
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Ian Plimer exposes the dark history of gold and slams Australia's costly climate crusade
Prominent geologist and author Professor Ian Plimer joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings to discuss his new book on the bloodstained, high-stakes history of gold, revealing how the precious metal shaped global economies and local Australian lore. He then pivots to a scathing critique of...
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FULL SHOW: Listen back to 4BC Mornings with Gary Hardgrave, Friday October 9th, 2026
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From The Summary Podcast - Is Daylight Saving Killing Australian Productivity?
This is the fourth episode of our daily news podcast, to follow and get your updates throughout the day search 'The Summary' in your podcast app, and tap the follow button. The Summary, a podcast that keeps you connected to what matters, and why. Twice a year, Australia splits into a confusing...
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The "ambition" lie: Why Technocrats are blaming lazy Aussies for their own policy failures
Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings refutes claims that Australia suffers from a lack of personal ambition, arguing instead that government policies, high tax rates, and excessive regulations actively punish risk-taking and small businesses. He highlights how this anti-business environment fuels a…
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"Hollywood lied to you": Former commando exposes the deadly truth about special forces
Former Australian commando and intelligence officer Andrew Edwards joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings to reflect on his three decades in covert operations, exposing the stark differences between sensationalised Hollywood action movies and the gritty, psychological reality of special forces...
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Why ratepayers are bracing for "two decades of maintenance neglect" on Brisbane roads
Brisbane is facing major transit disruptions with the upcoming multi-week closure of the iconic Story Bridge, forcing roughly 60,000 vehicles onto alternative routes. Brisbane City Council Opposition Leader Jared Cassidy joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC mornings and warned that neglect and a lack of...
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FULL SHOW: Listen back to 4BC Mornings with Gary Hardgrave, Thursday October 8th, 2026
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From The Summary Podcast - Australia's Migration Debate: Policy, Risks, and Reputation
This is the third episode of our daily news podcast, to follow and get your updates throughout the day search 'The Summary' in your podcast app, and tap the follow button. The Summary, a podcast that keeps you connected to what matters, and why. With immigration ranking in the top five voter...
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How government planning and mass migration broke the housing market
Sinking construction rates and soaring migration are destroying the classic Australian dream of owning a home with a backyard. The IPA’s Morgan Begg revealed why government policy is forcing families into high-rises and how to fix it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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How Stella Rossa Coffee is funding life-saving breast cancer research this October
Your daily coffee run could help eliminate breast cancer deaths once and for all. Liberty Jones joined 4BC to explain how 23 Stella Rossa cafes across Queensland are partnering with the PA Research Foundation to fund patient care and medical research. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...
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Councillor Charles Strunk’s fight to upgrade Forest Lake
Forest Lake Councillor Charles Strunk joined Gary live from Stella Rossa to reveal why local bus networks are failing residents and how a $2M cleanup plan is saving the suburb’s iconic lake. Tune in to hear his bold vision for transit, local parks, and boosting breast cancer awareness. See...
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FULL SHOW: Listen back to 4BC Mornings with Gary Hardgrave, Wednesday October 7th, 2026
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From The Summary Podcast - When AI Goes Rogue: Cyber Threats, Data Privacy, and Australia’s Defences
This is the second episode of our daily news podcast, to follow and get your updates throughout the day search 'The Summary' in your podcast app, and tap the follow button. The Summary, a podcast that keeps you connected to what matters, and why. Every day, we hear more instances of AI agents…
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Fearing a financial collapse: Why Australia must stop selling off its critical infrastructure
Former Senator Gerard Rennick and Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings warn that decades of reckless privatisation, foreign debt, and excessive red tape have crippled Australia’s economic independence. To reverse this crisis, they argue Australia must establish a national Infrastructure Bank and…
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Is the government failing our elderly? Inside the crippling new out-of-pocket care fees
Recent data show home care prices for older Australians have skyrocketed by up to 38% following government policy changes, causing identical services to vary drastically in cost. In response, an independent comparison platform, homecareprices.com.au, has been launched to help families compare...
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"Total Nonsense": How red tape and endless paperwork are crushing Australian bank customers
Finance commentator Noel Whittaker joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings to share his ordeal after St. George froze his bank accounts because he failed to complete repeated, invasive identity and wealth verification forms. He warned that over-engineered government regulations are harassing…
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"A failure of leadership": Josh Frydenberg sounds the alarm on Australia’s Antisemitism crisis
Former Federal Treasurer Josh Frydenberg joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings to reflect on the anniversary of the October 7 attacks, warning that rising domestic antisemitism and political failure are directly threatening Australian security. He calls on leadership to take stronger action…
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New Daily News Podcast - The Summary
This is the first episode of our daily news podcast, to follow and get your updates throughout the day search 'The Summary' in your podcast app, and tap the follow button. The Summary, a podcast that keeps you connected to what matters, and why. In this episode - Credit card surcharges have...
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FULL SHOW: Listen back to 4BC Mornings with Gary Hardgrave, Tuesday October 6th, 2026
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Why Queensland crime victims are forced to relive their worst nightmares in court
Lyndy Atkinson from Victims 1st joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings to highlight the ongoing trauma, severe physical injuries, and legal system gaps experienced by victims of violent crime across Queensland. She detailed several ongoing cases - including brutal assaults on elderly citizens,...
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No cars allowed! Brisbane City Council sparks fury over zero-car-park Milton apartment towers
Brisbane City Council has approved a twin-tower development in Milton containing nearly 400 apartments with 500 bike spots, but absolutely no residential car parking. Gary Hardgrave on 4Bc Mornings slams this "numptiness" as completely impractical for daily life, while also fielding caller…
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"That sacrifice was painful": Inside the brutal childhood that built Li Cunxin’s unstoppable legacy
Celebrated ballet icon and former Queensland Ballet artistic director Li Cunxin opens up about his highly anticipated new memoir, The Lucky Son, which explores his life in Australia and the deep pull between two worlds. In this candid interview with Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings, he reflects on...
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Why Middle Australia is fighting back against the heavy hand of government
CPAC Australia founder Andrew Cooper joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings to discuss the upcoming 2026 national conference featuring prominent conservative leaders such as Pauline Hanson, Matt Canavan, and Angus Taylor. The discussion touched on combating government overreach, promoting...
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FULL SHOW: Listen back to 4BC Mornings with Shane Doherty filling in for Gary Hardgrave, Monday October 5th, 2026
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Do AI machines have a soul? Vatican consulted as artificial consciousness fears grow
Shane Doherty on 4BC Mornings and futurist Professor Rocky Scopelliti discuss the rapid evolution of artificial intelligence, including tech leaders holding consultations with the Vatican regarding machine consciousness. They unpack the ethical dilemmas surrounding digital grief companions,...
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North Queensland’s forgotten rail: Why locals are chasing the golden age of steam travel
Gary Aylewood joined Shane Doherty on 4BC Mornings to discuss how volunteers reconstructed 22 kilometres of historic track between Atherton and Herberton to restore steam train tourism in Far North Queensland. The initiative features a fully restored 1905 steam locomotive, historic carriages, and…
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King or Republic? Why Australia’s constitutional future is reaching breaking point
On King’s Birthday, monarchist Alexander Voltz and Republican leader Esther Anatolitis went head-to-head on the enduring debate over Australia's head of state. The discussion explored the legal ties of the Crown, the stalled 1999 referendum legacy, and how a new youth-led movement is pushing for…
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