Michael Smith
A mother's nightmare
Michael Smith talks to Sherie, the mother of a 13 year-old girl who was involved in an attempted abduction.
Dr Chris Davis
Dr Chris Davis, President of the AMA Qld spoke with Michael Smith regarding the State Government’s funding for elective surgery.
Treasurer Andrew Fraser
Michael Smith spoke with the Qld Treasurer Andrew Fraser regarding the State Government’s Major Economic Statement made on Tuesday.
Teresa Hatch
Michael Smith talks to Executive Director of Shipowners Association Teresa Hatch, who has asked the Australian Navy to take a more active interest in protecting ships off the coast of Africa (from pirates).
People smuggling
Michael Smith talks to Dr Sharman Stone, Shadow Minister for Immigration and Citizenship regarding people smuggling.
Nigel Scullion
Michael Smith talks to Senator Nigel Scullion, Deputy Leader of the Nationals (Country Liberal Party) and Northern Territory Senator about Australia’s border security.
"Lies... lies... lies"
Michael Smith talks to David Bellamy, a renowned conservationist, on why he believes climate change is a myth and how our Prime Minister has lied.
A message for Kevin Rudd
English botanist, author, broadcaster, and environmental campaigner David Bellamy has a message for Kevin Rudd. Hear the full interview on drive with Michael Smith.
Hagar's health plea
Michael Smith talks to Hagar, the grandfather of a disabled boy who has waited 18 months for hip surgery.
Stephen Robertson
Michael Smith talks to Health Minister Stephen Robertson about a 50 per-cent increase in the national health care agreement.
$1 Million Reward
Michael Smith talks to Denise Morcombe, mother of Daniel Morcombe who has been missing since 2003, reward now is set to $1 million. Do you have any fresh information call Crime Stoppers 1800 333 000.
Within terrors reach
Michael Smith talked to Nick Papazahariakis who is in Mumbai for his daughter Chloe's wedding.
Communication breakdown
Michael Smith asked Stephen Conroy, Federal Minister for Minister for Broadband, Communications and the Digital Economy the hard questions regarding the broadband tender.
The broadband tender
Michael Smith talks to Stilgherrian about the Federal Governments plans with the broadband tender.
Michael Smith talks to a pirate.
How do you speak to a pirate? ask Michael Smith, Listen to this amazing interview, where Michael Smith talks to one of the Somali pirates who hijacked a Saudi Arabian supertanker. The pirates demand a $25 million ransom.
Peter Costello
Michael Smith talks to Member for Higgins and former federal treasurer Peter Costello, about the budget outlook and Wayne Swan's recent performance with the media.
Mr President Barack Obama
Barack Obama is the 44th president of the United States.
Melbourne Cup in-studio
Michael Smith talks with 1999 Melbourne Cup winning jockey John Marshall in studio with this years 'Cup'. See the pictures.
Bail-out?
Nobody should think that the Federal Government's $10.4 billion redistribution of money from some taxpayers to others is going to fix the problem that got us into this economic crisis.
Climate Change
I'm very concerned at the Federal Government's treatment of conscientious scientists like Professor Bob Carter, Professor Ian Plimer, former head of the Australian National Climate Centre Bill ...
Professor Ian Plimer
Michael Smith talks to emeritus professor of Earth Sciences at the University of Melbourne, Professor Ian Plimer.
We need strong, united leadership...
On Wednesday this week (15 October) I had a chat with the Education Minister Rod Welford. We were speaking mainly about education, but I also spoke with him as a cabinet minister about the state's ...
Whatever happened to letter writing?
My dad, his brothers and their mates were such decent, gentle men.
Somebody needs to say it
The days of the handout have to end. Simple arithmetic tells us it can't go on forever.
The Bligh Government
An important feature of a Cabinet is that you save your disagreements for Cabinet meetings and keep your differences of opinion out of the public gaze. You don't have to agree with every decision, ...
Thought crimes and double standards
The Queensland parliament held a minute's silence when the convicted Australian drug trafficker Van Nguyen was hanged in a Singapore jail.
‘inappropriate and dishonest’
Queensland Health Minister Stephen Robertson accuses 4BC Drive host Michael Smith of being ‘inappropriate and dishonest'.
People smugglers and queue jumpers
Last week a boat carrying 14 people was intercepted by the Royal Australian Navy at Ashmore Reef. The boat's crew were Indonesians and it was carrying Iranian and Afghani alleged refugees seeking ...
Government funding for offensive so-called art
The Melbourne Fringe Festival receives a lot of government money. Taxpayers' money from the luvvies at Arts Victoria and the Victorian Government. The "Key Message Partner" for the festival is the ...
Mal Brough 'I Quit'
Michael Smith talks to Mal Brough, former President of Qld Liberal Party about the fledging party.
LNP edtiorial
Michael Smith editorial, The Liberal National Party (LNP) is on the verge of disintegrating, An increasing number of Liberals now say they have made a dreadful mistake in merging with the Nationals.
'An experience that i've had'
Michael Smith talks to caller Dodi, about the state of the health crisis and complications in rural Queensland.
Smith Turnbull interview
Michael Smith talks to Malcolm Turnbull, Leader of the Opposition, regarding the announcement of Shadow Cabinet.
Peter Costello interview
Michael Smith talks with former federal treasurer Peter Costello about politics, career, life and the future.
Youth Gangs
Michael Smith talks to Commander Superintendent Michael Kenny about violence and youth gangs.
Paramedic takes taxi
Michael Smith talks to Jason Dutton from the Miscellaneous Workers Union about ambulance shortages, and how a paramedic caught a taxi to a heart attack patients call.
Minister: 'It's not a crisis...'
Michael Smith talks with Health Minister Stephen Robertson about Queensland Health.
Centrelink, Hank Jongen
Michael Smith talks to Centrelink General Manager, Hank Jongen about the mysterious BMW driver who has the number plate 'ONDDOLE'.
Lawrence Springborg
Michael Smith talks to Lawrence Springborg Leader of the LNP regarding ‘no lying’ laws and political donations.
Bull bars and pedestrian injuries
Michael Smith talks to Dr Jeff Potter, Senior Safety Manager for National Transport Commission regarding, amending the national standard regarding bull bars on new vehicles.
Michael Smith Podcast
The Michael Smith Drive show is irreverent, insightful and very entertaining.
Teachers Poem
Smithy narrates listener Jan Tilleys 'Teachers Poem', regarding the issue of parents taking responsibility for their children rather than expecting teachers to provide all the discipline .
The St Vincent de Paul Society Queensland
Christmas is fast approaching. Click here to see how you can help.
