4BC Mornings

Anita Mitchell, former wife of Apollo 14 astronaut Edgar Mitchell, joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings to reflect on her new memoir detailing her unique life among NASA's elite and how a Disney event brought the couple together. She offers intimate insights into Apollo 13’s harrowing return, Australia's glowing gesture of support, and her husband's post-NASA pursuit of human consciousness....

Following an alleged intentional vehicle attack on Independent MP Helen Haines outside her Wangaratta office, discussions have erupted over whether Australian politicians require heightened personal security. Security expert Neil Fergus joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings and urged calm and warned against overreacting, emphasising that while online harassment and public threats are rising, viole...

From the Summary Podcast - The Australian Government has officially introduced its Digital Duty of Care legislation to parliament, proposing sweeping changes to how social media platforms operate and allowing users to opt out of recommendation algorithms. On this episode of  The Summary , host Josh Bryant explores how these proposed laws could reshape the internet.  Federal Politics Repo...

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Iconic Australian bus manufacturer Bustech is returning to its Gold Coast roots with a massive new 6,000-square-metre facility in Yatala under GoZero Group ownership. The expansion is set to create over 100 direct local jobs and inject millions into the Southeast Queensland economy as state governments transition toward electric and zero-emission bus fleets. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...

The violent civil unrest spreading across France and into Italy represents a direct, deliberate attack on Western civilisation and its foundational values. This global instability serves as a severe warning to Australia, where political weakness, divisive identity politics, and economic strain threaten to erode national unity. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Olympic gold medallist Duncan Armstrong joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings to open up about surviving a catastrophic heart attack at age 52 despite feeling completely fit, revealing how family history and hidden calcium build-up caught him off guard. He now shares practical, cost-free daily habits - spanning simple movement hacks, timed nutrition, balance exercises, and social connection - to h...

Gary Hargrave on 4BC Mornings and economist Leith van Onselen discussed Australia's escalating economic pressures, from surging global fuel prices and thin diesel reserves to persistent inflation. They argue that excessive government spending and a bloated public sector - rather than consumer tax hikes - are crippling private sector productivity and worsening the cost-of-living crisis. See omnystu...

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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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 - recalling paper maps, neon-lit motels, roadside 'big things,' and the unscripted freedom of off-grid famil...

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 exciting news of rare barramundi catches on the Gold Coast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa...

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 inclusivity, and training programs like 'eTrainu' to support these unpaid heroes who save the Queensland he...

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 like...

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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 funding through Project Pink and local organisations have made these world-leading medical breakthroughs po...

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 condemn proposed federal cuts to private health insurance rebates for over-65s, warning it will push thousand...

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 state and federal leaders, sounded the alarm on Australia's economic challenges under the current gov...

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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Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings and public policy analyst Professor Scott Prasser examine how escalating economic pressures, regulatory red tape, and major-party indifference are pushing small business owners toward alternative political movements. Drawing parallels between current economic anxieties and Whitlam-era policies, they warn that Victoria’s upcoming election could serve as a nation...

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 medal at the World Summer Games in Berlin - and how the public can support athletes by purchasing...

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 unpredictable movement of storm hotspots across the state and emphasises the urgent need for homeowners, cou...

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 episode of The Summary , host Josh Bryant sits down with motoring journalist Trent Nikolic to exam...

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