4BC Mornings

Australian baseballer Brandan Bidois joined Jason Matthews to share his experiences transitioning from a dual-sport athlete in Brisbane to playing in massive MLB stadiums across North America.

The Pittsburgh Pirates relief pitcher also reflected on family sacrifices, the mentorship of veteran Aussies, and his mother's mad dash to see his major league debut.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

US President Donald Trump has flagged an imminent peace deal with Iran, but security expert Neil Fergus joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Mornings to warn that deeply entrenched issues remain unresolved.

This interview explored Iran’s aggressive new demands - including Bitcoin shipping tolls and a refusal to surrender its enriched uranium - leaving experts highly sceptical of a near-term breakthrough.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Matthews on 4BC Mornings caught up with Step Outside host Paul Burt to discuss the massive 5.5m surf conditions and unseasonal May rainfall shutting down Southeast Queensland beaches.

Burty also shared a teaser of the gourmet seafood dishes and exclusive new coffee rub he debuted at the Sanctuary Cove Boat Show.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jason Matthews on 4BC Mornings details a dramatic shift in recent polling, showing a surge for One Nation and Pauline Hanson alongside a sharp decline in Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's favourability.

He criticised the Labor government's lavish travel expenses and perceived dishonesty over negative gearing policies, arguing that everyday Australians are demanding common-sense leadership.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Jason Matthews each weekday from 9am-12pm on 4BC Mornings.  

 

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Jason Matthews each weekday from 9am-12pm on 4BC Mornings.  

 

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Zealand Finance Minister Nicola Willis joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Mornings to pitch her country’s business-friendly policies directly to Australian entrepreneurs feeling battered by recent capital gains tax changes.

Promising zero capital gains tax, reduced red tape, and fast-tracked industrial projects, Willis cheekily revived a classic Aussie slogan to welcome disgruntled businesses over the ditch.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Queensland state schools are set to introduce an in-house AI chatbot next month to help teachers save time, but critics worry it could harm students' critical thinking and social interaction.

The discussion emphasises that while AI can serve as a highly secure modern encyclopaedia, students must first master subjects using their own brains before interacting with the tool.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Following a surprise jump in Australia's unemployment rate to 4.5%, economist Leith van Onselen joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Mornings to warn of a looming recession that could force the RBA to cut interest rates next year.

The interview also explored how small businesses are struggling with inflation and AI threats, while a pullback in government-funded NDIS jobs threatens to worsen the labour market slump.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brisbane Central Station platforms 5 and 6 will lose elevator access until late 2026, forcing elderly, disabled, and pram-reliant commuters to add 30 minutes to their trips or bypass the station entirely.

Jason Matthews on 4BC Mornings heavily criticised Queensland Rail for the lengthy six-month timeline and for completely dodging questions regarding a shocking, alleged 70-year plan to make all state stations accessible.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.