Every school has drugs?
Every Queensland school has a drug problem, says expert. 4BC Breakfast talks with University of Queensland's Alcohol and Drug Research and Education Centre director Professor Jake Najman about the claim. Do you agree? Listen and comment now.
Brisbane River Sharks
With summer on way, more and more reports of sharks are being seen deep in the Brisbane River, one 4BC listener reportedly spotted a 3-metre shark in Norman creek. 4BC Breakfast talks with manager of Queensland Shark Control Program, Tony Ham about the warmer months ahead and shark behaviour. Have you spotted a shark in the river?
New Delhi Games - secure enough?
There have been ongoing concerns about the safety of athletes who are attending the Commonwealth Games in New Delhi in around two weeks time. Raelene Boyle, former Australian Olympian, joins 4BC Breakfast to talk about the security of the upcoming sports event, taking into consideration what happened at the 1972 Munich Olympic Games. Listen now and have your comment.
White pages
Are the white pages a waste? 4BC Breakfast asks the question, by talking to corporate affairs manager with Sensis, Steve Ronchi. Listen and comment now.
Woolies back down
Paul Tully was beside himself when he found out that Woolworths have removed the coin operated trolleys from an Ipswich store. 4BC Breakfast questions if this will give rise to sprawling lost trolleys across the neighbouring suburbs.
Shopping around
It seems that homebrand products could save consumers up to half of their grocery bills. 4BC Breakfast questions Christopher Zinn, from Choice, to find out how this is possible. Is there a reduction in quality, or are we really benefiting from this huge difference in price.
Ethanol safe?
Could unleaded petrol be unavailable by the end of year? Is ethanol a safer alternative? Chris Adams and Mary Collier talks with mechanical engineer from QUT, Professor Richard Brown, about the change.
Men not man enough?
With the modern male being pressured on keeping up on his appearance, they are now being claimed as too soft and not hard enough, is this true? 4BC Breakfast talks with personality Daniel MacPherson about the claims.
Leo Sayer
Australian performer Leo Sayer joins 4BC Breakfast in-studio talking about his up-coming tour. Jamie also plays a secret hidden tape recording of Ian Calder singing his favorite Sayer classic, Long Tall Glasses. Listen and comment now.
Calder celebrates Freddie Mercury
4BC Breakfast host Ian Calder tribute to the writing and musical abilities of Freddie Mercury on the anniversary of the music performers death. Click the heading to view the image.
Door to door electricity
Be wary of door to door salesmen, especially those selling electricity. 4BC Breakfast talks to Tim Wolfenden, CEO of makeitcheaper.com.au, to discuss the do's and don'ts of such on the spot sales and when to put your foot down in the face of pushy salespeople.
Too busy for breakfast?
A new survey suggests the modern Australian family is too busy to have breakfast together? Child psychologist Dr John Irvine joins 4BC Breakfast talking about the issue. Do you agree? Listen and comment now.
Wyatt Roy joins Breakfast
Queenslander Wyatt Roy, the 20-year-old who is set to become Australia's youngest MP, joins the 4BC Breakfast show claiming he cannot wait to repay the faith to voters of Longman and talks about the changes he hopes to bring to parliament. Listen and comment now.
Do you have the time?
While digital devices find a way to make their way into our everyday living more and more, 4BC Breakfast asks the question with Peter Blasina from gadgetguy.com.au, are wrist watches becoming a thing of the past?
Imports mash farmers
With an abundance of great home grown product, local potato farmers are struggling with cheaper international imported product. 4BC Breakfast talks with third generation potato farmer Pompey Pezzelato about the struggles imported product creates for the local industry.
Ghost sighting
A 4BC Breakfast listener has sent in a rather 'spooky' image taken by his camera. If you look closely at the furthest wall, you might notice a shadow in the shape of a human figure. Have your say on whether this could be genuine or a rather convincing coincidence.
Rail: Back on Track
Is it time to ramp up train station security, 4BC Breakfast talks with Rail: Back on Track spokesman Robert Dow about the current state of train station security.
Lincoln Lewis
Lincoln Lewis, most famous for his role of Geoff Campbell in long-running soap, Home and Away, joins 4BC Breakfast in the studio. He is starring in a feature film, 'Tomorrow When the War Began' which opens nationally on September 2nd.
Childcare hikes
With childcare costs rising in Australia, eight out of ten parents struggle, with one out of four parents knocking on the grandparents door looking for assistance. Gwynn Bridge, Childcare Alliance Australia, addresses this topic with Jamie and Ian. Listen and comment now.
From Cancer to Wellness
Book: From Cancer to Wellness - A self help guide to beating cancer through healthy alternatives such as Nutrition, Natural Therapies and general wellbeing. 4BC Breakfast talks with Cancer Survivor and author, Kristine Matheson.
Petula Clark
You And I – An Intimate Evening with Petula Clark in October 2010. A delightful two-hour show with one of the most accomplished leading ladies in showbiz. 4BC Breakfast talks with the star. Listen now.
Sexiest Legs in Show Business
One of Australia's most loved entertainer's, Rhonda Burchmore, pops into the 4BC Breakfast studio. Riding off the back of Calender Girls, she's now starring in a feature film and also writing a book. Jamie and Rhonda reminisce times gone by when they were on stage together. Listen now.
Long Tan Heroes still battling
It seems that Vietnam veterans are still fighting battles. Unfortunately, the government have refused to pay veteran's air fares to attend a ceremony in Canberra. Major in command of Delta Company, Harry Smith, talks to 4BC Breakfast about this lacklustre effort to recognise the Vietnam Vets.
Civilians take up speed
The Australian government have suggested that civilians should man the speed cameras to give the police a chance to do some 'real' work! Ian Leavers, President of the Queensland Police Union, tells 4BC Breakfast his concerns over private companies taking over this area. Listen now.
BBQ's, boofheads and boozers
Barry Urquhart, Managing Director of Marketing Focus, joins 4BC Breakfast this morning to discuss the state of Aussie tourism. Presently, there is a concern that tourism marketing has sold Australians as lazy, boozing, shrimp-barbying layabouts. Have a listen to Barry's solution to this issue.
Chief Winemaker
Breakfast talks with Penfolds Chief Winemaker, Peter Gago, in what turns into a lively chat, sparking listeners to ring in with their special and rare bottles for evaluation. Listen now.
Cars costing more to run
The cost of having a car is on the rise. Executive Manager of vehicle technologies with RACQ, Steve Spalding joins 4BC Breakfast talking about the true cost of running a vehicle.
Big Brother has a voice
George Orwell's 1984 is gradually becoming a reality, with CCTV cameras in the city and valley being equipped with loudspeakers. Campbell Newman talks to Jamie and Ian about the advantages of the system and how it can help deal with public nuisances.
