4BC Mornings

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  FULL SHOW: Listen back to 4BC Mornings with Gary Hardgrave, Friday September 25th, 2026 25.09.2026 1t 38min

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  Albo’s AI Distraction: Was the Medicare data breach timeline delayed to match a political agenda? 25.09.2026 7min

  Following revelations that an OpenAI agent accessed Services Australia data unnoticed for months, Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings and AI expert Dr. Rocky Scopelliti debate whether the incident points to systemic governance failures or political theatre.  They explore the delayed reaction by authorities, the lack of AI control frameworks like the "TRACE test," and growing concerns surrounding government data security.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Wet Weather Warning: Will rain dash Brisbane’s hopes of an AFL Grand Final three-peat? 25.09.2026 7min

  Brisbane super-fan Lachie Carter from Those Carter Boys joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings live from Melbourne, detailing the chaos fans faced travelling to the city for the AFL Grand Final. He breaks down Lachie Neale’s controversial clearance, the team's chances in expected wet weather, and his custom Kylie Minogue parody song written for the big match.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Why the Federal Government is locking in Australian gas for local heavy industry 25.09.2026 15min

  Federal Industry Minister Tim Ayres joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings to discuss the government’s $15 billion National Reconstruction Fund, highlighting a $75 million investment in Gladstone's critical minerals facility and broader plans to reindustrialise regional Australia. The conversation also sparked a debate over energy policy, focusing on domestic gas reservation, rising power prices, and whether nuclear power or renewables should fuel the nation's heavy industry.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  FULL SHOW: Listen back to 4BC Mornings with Gary Hardgrave, Thursday September 24th, 2026 24.09.2026 1t 51min

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  Troy Hawke brings his signature brand of "hostile kindness" to Brisbane 24.09.2026 10min

  British comedian Troy Hawke joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings to discuss bringing his Never Stop, Never Change tour to Brisbane’s Fortitude Music Hall in January. The viral sensation breaks down his unique "hostile kindness" style of complimenting strangers on the street and reflects on why Brisbane's lively atmosphere feels like a second home.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  "Painfully Inevitable": Alex Ryvchin reconstructs the Bondi Terror Attack in powerful new book 24.09.2026 15min

  Co-author Alex Ryvchin joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BCMornings to discuss his new book, Bondi Terror: The Tragedy, The Courage and The Aftermath, which provides a minute-by-minute account of Australia’s deadliest terror attack at a Hanukkah celebration. He highlights the harrowing human stories of survival, the heroism of first responders, and how institutional failures allowed rising extremism to culminate in tragedy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  "It was really like a death": Former House Speaker Harry Jenkins reflects on Fitzroy’s brutal AFL fate 24.09.2026 11min

  Former Speaker of the House and lifelong supporter Harry Jenkins joined Gary on 4BC Mornings to reflect on the emotional turmoil surrounding the 1996 forced merger between the Fitzroy Lions and Brisbane Bears. He highlights how overcoming early cultural friction and embracing Fitzroy's historical roots ultimately forged the powerful unity driving the Brisbane Lions today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Why Barnaby Joyce says a Coalition-One Nation pact is the ONLY way to save Australia 24.09.2026 13min

  Barnaby Joyce joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings to defend holding talks with One Nation to form a potential minority government and oust the Labor party, despite Coalition frontbencher Angus Taylor brushing off the idea. The segment also pays tribute to the late Rose Tattoo frontman Angry Anderson, who died at 79 after a music career and a run for federal politics.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  FULL SHOW: Listen back to 4BC Mornings with Gary Hardgrave, Wednesday September 23rd, 2026 23.09.2026 1t 53min

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  "Give him a $5k fine and let him play!" Jason Akermanis slams Lachie Neale's Grand Final suspension 23.09.2026 10min

  Brisbane Lions legend Jason Akermanis joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings to weigh in on co-captain Lachie Neale’s controversial suspension appeal ahead of Saturday's AFL Grand Final. He reflected on his 2001 Brownlow Medal anniversary, Queensland's booming AFL participation numbers, and how the current squad compares to the iconic 3-peat team of the early 2000s.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  The Small Business Clinic with Red Zed 23.09.2026 5min

  Small businesses across Australia are bracing for a double blow as an upcoming ban on card surcharges and predicted RBA rate hikes threaten to drive up operational costs. In response, Red Zed’s Natalie Irvine joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings to explain why business owners may have to raise general prices to survive and how free AI tools like Claude can lighten the admin burden.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  From 56 days to just hours: The terrifying speed at which AI is exploiting your personal data 23.09.2026 10min

  Former Queensland police detective Brian Hay joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings to warn that AI and deepfake technology are dramatically accelerating cyber threats by letting criminals clone voices, fake live video, and exploit personal data within hours. He urges Australians to stop oversharing on social media, establish secret family safewords, and treat every unsolicited contact as hostile.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  FULL SHOW: Listen back to 4BC Mornings with Gary Hardgrave, Tuesday September 22nd, 2026 22.09.2026 1t 52min

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  Who has the nation's best tap water? Inside Australia's high-stakes battle for H2O supremacy 22.09.2026 8min

  The Water Industry Operations Association of Australia (WIOA) is hosting its national tap water taste test in Adelaide to crown the country's best-tasting drop from regional and metro contenders. Industry experts perform blind taste tests evaluating clarity, odour, and crispness, with the winner set to represent Australia against New Zealand and on the international stage in the US.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Are Australian doctors testing you too much? The rising threat of medical overdiagnosis 22.09.2026 9min

  Dr. Justin Coleman joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings to break down how shifting diagnostic thresholds for conditions like hypertension and ADHD are turning average health variations into medical issues. He called for a better balance where urban patients aren't trapped in an over-treatment cycle while regional communities struggle to access basic care.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  ‘Lift the ban now’: Why Australia’s nuclear policy is dragging the nation into an energy crisis 22.09.2026 12min

  As Australia grapples with mounting state debt and skyrocketing electricity bills, Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings and Nuclear for Australia founder Will Shackel discuss why nuclear power must replace ideologically driven energy debates. They highlight global bipartisan shifts toward nuclear energy and argue that lifting Australia's long-standing ban is critical to providing cheap, reliable baseload power as demand explodes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  FULL SHOW: Listen back to 4BC Mornings with Gary Hardgrave, Monday September 21st, 2026 21.09.2026 1t 52min

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  $1,400 extra per tank: Rural freight operators demand immediate government fuel relief 21.09.2026 11min

  Rising diesel prices pushing $3 a litre are threatening small transport businesses and driving up the cost of everyday consumer goods. Industry leaders are calling on the federal government for urgent fuel relief to prevent widespread business failures and worsening inflation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Why Australia's $11 billion fishing industry is facing a sudden spike in shark attacks 21.09.2026 11min

  Ahead of National Gone Fishing Day, legendary Australian fisherman and host Alistair McGlashan joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings to discuss the launch of the updated 6th edition of his best-selling book, The Complete Fishing Bible. He delves into how modern technology and deep-sea swordfishing have changed the sport, while emphasising key prep tips, shark encounters, and the unique outdoor passion that unites Aussie anglers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.