4BC Breakfast

A recent survey reveals that over three-quarters of Australian small business owners are facing severe stress due to skyrocketing costs, low consumer confidence, and mounting regulatory pressures.  COSBOA CEO Sky Cappuccio joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast to highlight how this relentless financial strain is severely impacting owners' mental health, sleep, and personal relationships. See...

Jason Matthews on 4Bc Breakfast criticises Minister Anika Wells over taxpayer-funded travel expenses and newly missing records surrounding her trip to Adelaide for a friend's birthday party. He questions how the government can expect public trust in digital oversight when politicians fail to provide transparency regarding their own travel spending and business-class privileges. See omnystudio.com/...

Following a horrific dog attack in Chermside that left a local man with life-threatening injuries, veteran dog behaviourist Andy Lea joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast to warn that powerful breeds pose extreme public danger when off-leash. He outlines critical advice for pet owners, explaining how treating dogs like humans triggers dangerous mindsets and offering practical tips for self-defenc...

What began as nationwide cost-of-living protests in France has rapidly devolved into extreme street violence with over 2,400 arrests, torched historic landmarks, and widespread looting across major cities. Nine News Europe correspondent Hannah Sinclair joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast to report on the escalating chaos and growing backlash against government spending, while caller David warne...

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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 means for native wildlife. Dr. Marissa Parrott, Senior Conservation Biologist at Zoos Victoria, br...

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Australia's unemployment rate has unexpectedly hit a five-year high of 4.7% following a loss of nearly 40,000 jobs, confounding market forecasts. Despite the severe drop in part-time roles, full-time positions grew, leaving businesses in sectors like hospitality so desperate for casual staff that some are offering free food just to get job interviews. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inform...

Brisbane City Council’s proposal to trial licensed bars on CityCat ferries has sparked intense pushback from the Australian Maritime Officers Union, which argues the idea lacks consultation and compromises safety. Union representative Tracy Ellis joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast to warn that overwhelmed crews, dealing with high passenger numbers, cannot manage alcohol service, and to h...

Following two tragic deaths - a 53-year-old Annerley man who waited over two hours for an ambulance after calling 000 with chest pains, and an elderly man who died after hours of ramping outside the Mater Hospital - AMA Queensland's Dr. Maria Bolton joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast to discuss the urgent systemic failures in the state's healthcare system. She called on state and federal gover...

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 Lim, White House Reporter at the Washington Examiner, explains the US political context and the likelihood...

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Brisbane City Council is planning to trial licensed bars on part of its CityCat ferry fleet to transform commute routes into enhanced river tourism experiences. Civic Cabinet Chair Andrew Wines joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast and defended the proposal against public scepticism, arguing that strict liquor licensing will prevent rowdy behaviour and build on the ferry's popular weekend appeal....

Former Australian star Brett Kimmorley joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast to break down the massive Rugby League World Cup opening clash between the Kangaroos and Kiwis. The panel discussed controversial team selections - including Reece Walsh starting over James Tedesco - and explored how player heritage rules are elevating international competition across the Men’s, Women’s, and...

Nine’s Chief Political Editor Charles Croucher joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast to break down a tumultuous 24 hours in Canberra, highlighting alleged leadership friction between Anthony Albanese and Jim Chalmers following a sudden ATO credit card tax policy U-turn. The discussion also covers Labor's proposed family trust tax, the Senate’s blocking of private health rebate cuts, a...

After the Brisbane 2032 Olympic cockatoo emblem was leaked, Mountain Culture Beer Co issued a tongue-in-cheek legal demand claiming the design dangerously resembles their own brand crest. General Manager Bradley Firth joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast and revealed their humorous fight for brand equity - or at least free mountain biking tickets - helped trigger millions of social media views a...

The US government is facing widespread backlash over plans to live-stream the firing squad execution of Fort Hood shooter Nidal Hasan, leading the Trump administration to reevaluate whether the broadcast will proceed. Meanwhile, newly appointed White House Press Secretary Katie Zachariah faced a rough debut at the podium, drawing criticism for a brief, stumble-filled press briefing. See omnystudio...

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 doctor-patient relationship. Featuring perspective from HBF Chief Medical Officer Dr. Andy Papa-Adams o...

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After Moorooka State School posted a call on Facebook to locate time capsules buried in 1988, Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast brought on local legend "Mr Moorooka" (Cec Fox) to crack the case ahead of the school's 2029 centenary. Cec shared rich local history - from WWII air-raid trenches to famous alumni - before revealing exact potential locations near a brick wall and the old flagpole where cap...

Following the sudden permanent closure of 11 Edge Early Learning centres in Queensland, affected mother Vandita Foster joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast to share the scramble parents face after receiving just 48 hours' notice via email. She highlights the immense disruption to working routines, the emotional toll on young children, and the devastating impact on educators who are now left with...

As Australia faces a multi-billion-dollar influx of mega AI data centres, local communities are pushing back over the staggering amounts of power and water needed to keep them online. Tech expert Leigh Stark joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast to unpack whether this massive tech surge is an economic necessity or a threat to local resources and jobs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor...

The ACCC has launched Federal Court proceedings against 12 major Australian egg suppliers, alleging years of cartel behaviour designed to crush independent competitors and keep supermarket prices artificially high. Echo Valley Farm owner Randall Breen joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast to react to the claims, discussing the true costs of producing ethical eggs and questioning the validity of c...

Ongoing copper thefts along major highways are creating major dark zones and severe safety risks for daily commuters. Former detective Dr. Terry Goldsworthy joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast to break down how illegal scrap metal buyers operate, while also examining why high-profile prisoners require specialised protective housing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The parents of slain Australian soldier Shawn McCarthy were omitted from an official 25th-anniversary Afghanistan memorial invitation, only to discover the Department of Veterans' Affairs had outrageously mailed the invitation to their dead son 18 years after his death. Shadow Minister Michael McCormack joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast and called the blunder appalling and backed demands for...