4BC Breakfast

Ben Davis filling in for Dean Miller and Sofie Formica who will return on July 13. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Maroons player Jai Arrow joined Ben Davis to discuss his emotional return to Suncorp Stadium on Origin Day, where he will have the honour of walking out with the shield ahead of the big game. Jai opened up about his recent wedding, his heart breaking battle with Motor Neurone Disease (MND), the massive wave of public support through "Jai July," and how the current Queensland squad is lookin...

Ben Davis filling in for Dean Miller and Sofie Formica who will return on July 13. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Maroon Brent Tate joined Ben Davis on 4BC Breakfast to discuss the psychological warfare of playing a State of Origin decider at Suncorp Stadium, warning that the deafening "Queenslander" call can rattle even the most seasoned players. He analysed the high-stakes wing matchup, predicting that New South Wales debutant Jack Bostock will face an absolute aerial assault from Queensland’s...

Brisbane's real estate market has experienced a dramatic downturn, with auction clearance rates plunging to a grim 23.8% compared to nearly 40% the previous week. Industry expert Paul Curtain joined Ben Davis on 4BC Breakfast to explain that market fear has shifted from the "fear of missing out" to the "fear of overpaying," causing buyers to aggressively slow down their decision-making. See omnyst...

A long-vacant site in Toowong is set for a massive redevelopment featuring four 39-story apartment towers, providing a crucial injection of housing supply into a strained Brisbane market. Experts argue that while high-rise developments face staggering construction costs, the ultimate success of these mega-precincts depends entirely on vibrant ground-level retail, hospitality, and community spaces....

Suncorp Stadium's General Manager Darren Burden joined Ben Davis on 4BC Breakfast to express his immense excitement ahead of his very first State of Origin decider at the venue. He revealed the monumental pressure the stadium is under as it ticks over 1.2 million visitors this week, placing massive strain on head groundsman Matt Oliver to keep the heavily trafficked field playable. See omnystudio....

Ben Davis filling in for Dean Miller and Sofie Formica who will return on July 13. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rugby League legend Wally Lewis joined Ben Davis on 4BC Breakfast to dissect Queensland's looming State of Origin decider at Suncorp Stadium, a venue where the Maroons haven't tasted victory in three years. The King broke down the tactical necessity of a flawless kicking game, the pressure facing NSW debutant Jack Bostock, and why Queensland must ignore their rare status as bookmaker favourites to...

Following the CFMEU commission of inquiry, a new proposed Queensland construction code aims to completely replace the controversial Best Practice Industry Conditions (BPICT) that have long plagued the sector. Civil Contractors Federation Queensland CEO Damian Long joined Ben Davis on 4BC Breakfast to warn that the code must be implemented immediately, or massive upcoming Olympic Games projects cou...

Queensland Premier David Crisafulli has announced a strict new "breach bail, go to jail" policy targeting repeat youth offenders during the LNP state conference. While the announcement was met with thunderous applause inside the room, critics and justice advocates are already raising alarms over a total lack of policy details and potential legal complications regarding unproven offences. See omnys...

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Ever wondered if an artist can truly set themselves up for life off the back of just one famous song? White Sky Music’s head of royalties, Matt Bird, joined Ben Davis to explain exactly how global airplay and streaming pots turn single tracks into massive lifelong fortunes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Davis filling in for Dean Miller and Sofie Formica who will return on July 13. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After facing three separate family health crises, including the tragic loss of his 18-year-old son to a rare cancer, Queenslander Shaune Watts refused to be defeated and instead raised over $1.3 million for charity.  Hear the deeply moving story of how this ordinary local dad uses sheer determination and cold calls to turn profound heartbreak into a powerful lifesaving legacy. See omnystudio....

Former Socceroo Matt McKay joined Ben Davis to take us inside the inner sanctum ahead of Australia’s massive clash against Egypt.  He shared firsthand insights on stopping a compromised Mo Salah, the Brisbane teenager set to explode on the world stage, and why this is the perfect draw for the green and gold. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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NRL legend Mark "MG" Geyer joined Ben Davis on 4BC Breakfast to dissect Laurie Daley's highly controversial NSW Blues lineup changes ahead of the high-stakes State of Origin decider. The segment also shed light on the emotional community rally behind Jai Arrow's battle with Motor Neurone Disease (MND) for "Jai July," alongside MG’s bold predictions for the upcoming weekend of NRL club footy....

Nine years after the historic "Battle of Brisbane," former WBO welterweight champion Jeff Horn joined Ben Davis on 4BC Breakfast to open up about the chilling moment he heard "and new" inside a roaring Suncorp Stadium. The former schoolteacher reflects on defying the odds against Manny Pacquiao and shares how that life-changing victory launched his current crusade to protect Australian schoolkids...

An undetected people-smuggler vessel successfully made landfall in Far North Queensland on Tuesday, sparking fierce political debate over the current government's handling of border security. Shadow Home Affairs Minister Jonno Duniam joined Ben Davis on 4BC Breakfast to warn that a 20% cut to aerial surveillance hours and a questionable $4 billion contract are leaving Australia's borders dangerous...

A heated debate between Ben Davis and food safety expert Susannah Roelofsz of 4BC Mornings revealed the terrifying hidden bacterial risks lurking in everyday leftovers like chicken, rice, and pasta. The segment breaks down how improper cooling and uneven microwave reheating create perfect breeding grounds for heat-resistant toxins that can lead to severe gastrointestinal illness. See omnystudio.co...

Ben Davis filling in for Dean Miller and Sofie Formica who will return on July 13. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

University of Queensland Professor Robbie Wilson joined Ben Davis on 4BC Breakfast to discuss how wildlife biology mathematics is used to analyse every single penalty shootout in World Cup and Euro history, discovering that crucial psychological shifts drastically affect success rates. His data shows that the order of shooters must completely flip depending on whether a team kicks first or second,...

Brisbane Broncos halfback Ben Hunt joined Ben Davis on 4BC Breakfast to break his silence on the swirling rumours of a dressing room mutiny against coach Michael Maguire, firmly backing the coach by pointing to his own recent contract extension. Hunt also laid bare the playing group's deep disappointment and shock over Josiah’s second disciplinary stand-down of the year, while locking focus...

A major shift in federal legislation now mandates employers to pay superannuation contributions concurrently with regular pay cycles rather than quarterly, heavily impacting small business cash flows by pulling deadlines forward by 118 days. While commercial accounting software accommodates these changes, the sudden closure of the ATO’s small business clearing house leaves 280,000 employers...