Bonafide with Luke Bona

A retired Army Colonel and former federal MP says Australia's illegal tobacco trade is tangled up with the same transnational crime networks that help fund terror groups overseas. Mike Kelly joins Luke in the Man Cave for a hard-hitting hour: the tobacco wars burning through Melbourne and Sydney, the radicalisation gaps behind the Bondi terror attack, and why he says our gun laws still aren&#3...

Former NSW Police and Counter-Terrorism Minister David Elliott joins Luke to explain why he's calling for federal opposition leader Angus Taylor to resign — and reflects candidly on the Bondi terror attack and the hate-laws debate it's sparked. Also this episode: Greens Senator David Shoebridge on ASIO's press-freedom controversy and the Bondi Royal Commission, America's chaotic 4t...

Federal MP Pat Conaghan joins the Man Cave for a story he's rarely told this fully — years undercover in a drug-enforcement unit, and the international incident it caused. Also this episode: motoring with James Ward, Sky News' Jonathan Kearsley on presidents and their investments, 20-year-old nuclear advocate Will Shackle live from Vienna, media commentator Rob McKnight on the Karl Stefano...

Pauline Hanson reckons you can't sack a lazy worker anymore — and that paid parental leave is sending small businesses to the wall. Luke Bona takes those claims to AMP Chief Economist Shane Oliver for a reality check on interest rates, productivity, and whether Hanson's onto something. Then a story you won't forget: gambling-harm campaigner Kate Seselja on the decade she lost to poker...

This week on Truckie Tuesday, Luke connects with big rig driver Rod Hannifey from Mackay to unpack the latest news, controversies, and regulations rocking the Australian transport industry. From high-stakes boardroom battles to roadside safety hazards, we cover the real issues impacting truck drivers and everyday motorists alike. In This Episode: The Linfox Empire Implosion: We discuss the heartbr...

One Nation leader Senator Pauline Hanson joins Luke Bona on the Bona Fide podcast to break down the massive media storm surrounding Karl Stefanovic’s sudden departure from Channel 9. Is the network going "woke," or is there a deeper pushback against conservative voices in Australian media? In this explosive episode, Pauline Hanson doesn't hold back on her thoughts regarding the media...

Karl Stefanovic’s departure, MLM pyramid schemes exposed, and a 17-year-old farmer fighting for the future of Aussie agriculture - we're breaking it all down .👉Media Shakeups & Free Speech: The team discusses Karl Stefanovic's departure from Channel 9, the censorship of controversial interviews, and the shrinking objectivity of mainstream media. 👉Global Politics Update: Sky News Wash...

What happens when a desperate man pays a stranger $5,000 to amputate his leg with a concrete saw in a local park? We react to one of the most unbelievable and tragic true crime stories to come out of Queensland. If you clicked for the $5,000 mistake, stick around! In this full 42-minute episode of The Man Cave, Luke, memorabilia expert Adam McDonald, and Producer Kelsey tackle a massive lineup of...

An ordinary patch of ground west of Sydney was hiding a shocking secret: a massive underground shipping container bunker packed with $816 million worth of contraband. How did organised crime networks build a hidden fortress right under our noses, and how did intelligence agencies finally crack the case? In this episode of The Bonafide Podcast, Luke Bona blows the lid off Australia’s biggest-ever d...

Discover how ending the fuel excise cut and surging heavy vehicle fines will directly impact your wallet and livelihood. Transport veteran Rod Hanafi exposes the truth behind the new $26,610 maximum fatigue penalties and why simple paper logbook mistakes are trapping honest drivers on the side of the road. Listen to how these sweeping national road law updates threaten owner-operators, and tap the...

We don't tell you what to think, we give you something to think about. Thought starters this episode: Jonathan Kearsley (Sky News Washington Bureau Chief): Jonathan joins live from Washington D.C. to unpack the rollercoaster US-Iran peace deal, detailing the 14-point memorandum of understanding and the unfreezing of Iranian assets. He also shares the chilling details of a thwarted terrorist pl...

Here is what we are talking about this week: The NRL's Gambling Scandal : Luke questions whether leading referee Ashley Klein should step down from his duties after admitting to losing $400,000 to a gambling addiction. Shark Nets & Pink Dolphins : Following a terrifying great white shark attack at Coogee Beach, we ask whether Australia needs to bring back shark culling. Plus, a detour into...

This segment originally aired 9 June 2026 -- In this packed episode, the boys dive into the real issues facing truckies on the road today. They tackle the harsh reality that there isn't just a driver shortage—there is a shortage of people willing to deal with inflexible hours, tough lifestyle sacrifices, and an unappreciative public. In this episode, we cover: The Double Demerit Debate: Should...

Bob Katter pulls absolutely zero punches in this episode of The Bonafide Podcast. Australia's longest-serving federal politician joins Luke Bona to weigh in on the controversial national brumby and shark culls, why he thinks animal activists are acting like primitive pagans, and his explosive thoughts on One Nation targeting his seats. Plus, Bob reveals his wild, non-means-tested scheme to fix...

This week on the Bonafide Podcast, Luke brings you a mix of heavy hearts and hard truths. We pay tribute to the late Professor Richard Scolyer , a true national hero who fast-tracked revolutionary brain cancer treatments. Mark Beretta and David Littleproud join us to honour his incredible legacy. We also tackle the issues hitting Aussies the hardest: Political Rorts & Cost of Living: We call o...

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Are you trading your deeply personal data for a cheap frying pan? In this massive episode of the Bonafide Podcast , Luke Bona serves up a fast-paced show packed with distinct segments ranging from hard-hitting news to late-night laughs. Leading the charge, global cybersecurity master Troy Hunt (creator of Have I Been Pwned ) joins the studio for an eye-opening feature segment on the reality of mod...

On this episode of the Bonafide podcast, serious ground is covered, from the spectacular failure of the much-hyped, drug-fuelled "Enhanced Games" to the latest updates in some of Australia's most notorious true crime cases. It is an action-packed episode full of heart, controversy, and a few wild surprises. Here is what is on the docket for Episode 112: The Enhanced Games Disaster: D...

In this heavy but important episode of Truckie Tuesday, Luke and Rod tackle the unseen realities and severe physical tolls of life on the road. Episode Highlights: The Unseen Toll: Chris opens up about his battle with trauma-induced hyper-vigilance and severe heart complications after enduring horrific, unavoidable accidents on the job. Industry Updates: A breakdown of the Federal Budget, includin...

Is the justice system designed to fail our kids and protect criminals? This week, we expose the shocking 90% failure rate in juvenile justice and the legal loophole letting them walk free with James Glassan. Plus, Donald Trump builds a million-dollar UFC octagon on the White House lawn, and we tackle the heartbreaking reality of Motor Neurone Disease (MND). Buckle up—this one covers it all. Inside...

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This week, Luke's bringing you one of our most gripping, raw, and hard-hitting episodes yet. Grab a cuppa and strap in. 1,154 Days in Hell: Australian journalist Cheng Lei reveals the chilling details of her three-year imprisonment in a secret Chinese detention facility. From being blindfolded and vanished, to the psychological torture of her interrogations—you have to hear it to believe it. A...

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