4BC Drive with Gary Hardgrave

The term "coward punch" successfully changed how Australians view unprovoked assaults, so why are we still using the soft, cozy word "domestic" to describe horrific acts of violence? This powerful segment challenges the media and society to rebrand domestic violence with terms like "intimate terror" to truly reflect the horror victims face. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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As nation-leading e-scooter and e-bike restrictions kick off across Queensland today, police have already nabbed their first offender just minutes past midnight. Queensland Police Minister Dan Purdie joined Cate Campbell to break down the heavy new fines, upcoming licensing rules, and exactly when officers will seize and destroy illegal devices. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Queensland Premier Campbell Newman is facing fierce backlash after slamming the decision to build the Olympic stadium at Victoria Park. Is he raising legitimate engineering and safety concerns, or is this just a classic case of an ex-politician trying to stay relevant? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From a lack of Hollywood-style tax offsets to younger crowds swapping expensive, polished Broadway musicals for edgy independent theatre, the arts sector is facing a massive generational and legislative hurdle. Hear why peak bodies are heading to Canberra to demand the industry be saved. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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As Telstra prepares to shut down a 50-year-old remote phone network, Mayor Shaun "Zorro" Radnedge warned that a major flaw in the new satellite system could leave residents stranded during power outages.  Hear why regional communities feel the cost of staying connected is being shifted directly onto them. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Despite a world-first ban, a staggering 80% of under-16s are still finding ways to access social media platforms. Dr. Matthew Stevens joined Cate Campbell to explain how tech companies are failing to enforce the rules and what must change to protect adolescent well-being. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new study revealed that high school students are independently using AI to supercharge their learning by turning class notes into personalised podcasts and flashcards. Hear La Trobe University’s Professor Miriam Tanti explained why educators need to bring this technology out of the shadows before kids bypass the "hard thinking" altogether. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informatio...

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With explosive new polling pushing the Coalition into a historic slump, one senior Liberal MP has broken ranks to declare the party is "stuck in the past" and needs an immediate rebrand. Federal Politics Editor Michael Pachi joined Cate to unpack this internal chaos. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At 44, Serena Williams isn't just chasing trophies; she’s challenging the assumption that an athlete's peak ends with midlife hormonal transitions.  Dr. Sule Gunter joined Cate Campbell to explain how this historic comeback is finally bringing perimenopause into the high-performance conversation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this deeply personal and vulnerable segment, Cate Campbell shared raw excerpts from the diary she kept while battling severe depression and isolation ahead of the Tokyo Olympics. Prompted by Australia's tragic suicide statistics, she delivered a powerful reminder of why a simple act of kindness is sometimes all it takes to save a life from the darkness. If you or someone you know is struggling,...

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The Wokey Pokey is our weekly opportunity to laugh at the world of woke that is slowly taking over...  Because if you don’t laugh - you cry. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Political Editor Michael Pachi joined Gary to unpack a brutal week in Canberra that has left Opposition Leader Angus Taylor facing a strict countdown from his own party. Hear why insiders are already giving him a strict deadline to turn the Coalition's fortunes around or get punted. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Brisbane-to-Gold Coast rail line is shutting down yet again just as the school holidays kick off, sparking outrage over Queensland Rail's management. Discover how global hubs like Singapore, Sydney, and London upgrade their transit systems without bringing the city to a halt and why Brisbane is lagging behind. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Former Socceroo legend Craig Foster revealed why he is temporarily dropping his famous last name for the next month to raise millions for Australian cancer support services. He also weighed in on the massive Friday World Cup clash against Paraguay and shared a hilarious piece of advice for fans stuck with long-shot teams in the sweepstakes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A controversial new proposal wants to tighten means-testing and strip wealthier retirees of their pensions, but Gary isn't having a bar of it. Listen the moment the interview turns absolutely fiery as he tells Policy Institute Australia CEO Amy Austin to put her $21 billion plan straight into the shredder. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia’s spy chief has revealed shocking foreign-backed terror plots operating on local soil, but is ASIO simply playing defence after recent intelligence failures? Strategic analyst Michael Shoebridge joined Gary Hardgrave to explain why political leaders must step up to unite the nation rather than letting fear tear our successful open society apart. See omnystudio.com/listener for priv...

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A massive lunchtime match has a staggering 1 in 4 workers ready to ditch the office early this Friday. ING’s Matthew Bowen broke down the data and explained why your workplace is about to look like a ghost town. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While State Treasurer David Janetzki defends his "no frills" budget, host Gary Hardgrave and political reporter Reese D'Alessandro reveal why cracking down on office stationery won't stop Queensland’s massive looming debt. Listen to the team expose the hidden fine print behind the government's tightly managed numbers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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