A redneck and a goose - Fairfax Radio Drive
A 'redneck' and a 'goose'
Apparently one is a redneck and one is a goose, Fairfax Drive Announcers Michael Smith and Derryn Hinch go to verbal blows over the headdress issue.
Setting the record straight
Michael Smith opens his microphone and sets the record straight about his thoughts on headdresses and how he has been misrepresented in the media.
Face coverings
Greg Cary talks to Michael Smith who has been targeted over content, claiming a religious head piece could be used as a disguise in banks.
Smith verses Hinch
Michael Smith responds to claims by 3AW radio jock Derryn Hinch that he is a moronic redneck.
Peter Garrett
Michael Smith talks to Federal Environment Minister, Peter Garrett, about his stance on commercial whaling.
Unsafe hospitals
Michael Smith talks with Professor Wolfgang Kasper who says there are more preventable deaths in our hospitals than on the roads.
Surprise discovery
Michael Smith talks to Detective Inspector Brian Hay about a ATM card skimmer discovered at Mt Gravatt.
The party continues
Michael Smith talks with public policy consultant Brian Buckley about the P.M’s credit mistake.
Missing divers safe
Michael Smith talks to dive operator, Mike Ball, and breaks the news that the two missing American divers have been found.
Hospital meltdowns
Ambulance Union State Organiser Jason Dutton tells Michael Smith the paramedics story about ramping and hospital melt downs.
Derryn Hinch
You all know I had a bit of a blue on air with Derryn Hinch last week.
Thinning on top
Michael Smith talks to hair loss expert Dr Russell Knudsen about the solutions for Australian men.
At wits end
Michael Smith talks to Wayne Myers about a group of frustrated developers lobbying the Logan Council.
Genuine or a publicity stunt?
Michael Smith talks to Anthony Hayes from CEO Qld Tourism about a six month island gig on the Great Barrier Reef for $150,000 - genuine or a publicity stunt?
Mohamed Khadra
Michael Smith talks with Mohamed Khadra about his book: 'The Patient', a surgeon’s tell all account of the Australian health system.
A harrowing case
Michael Smith talks to Janet Grist, Northern Star Reporter, who was in court during the trial of a teenage boy who killed four of his school mates in a car crash.
Road rage
Michael Smith talks to an emotional Colin after he and his son were road raged and claims he didn’t get much satisfaction from police.
Anna, Call Me ....
Michael Smith stages a call with old mate Anna Bligh, about the premiers latest adventures in the government jet.
Anna, out of touch?
Is Anna out of touch, Michael Smith thinks so. Queensland Premier Anna Bligh prefers the government jet over a commercial flight. Whilst Qld police rely on media for air to ground coverage.
Gang War
GANG WAR on our streets – Michael Smith speaks with director DAVID FIELD about the soon to be released movie “the combination”.
'He will never be released'
Michael Smith talks to crime reporter Neil Mercer about backpacker killer Ivan Milat, who cut off his finger in jail.
Geoff Wilson
“There's never been a better time than now to explore Queensland's gold fields", says Mines and Energy Geoff Wilson. Listen as Michael Smith digs through the rubble to find out more.
Grim Christmas ordeal
Michael Smith talks to Redland Mayor Melva Hobson about the families who were forced to wait for two weeks over Christmas while the council was "closed for business".
Advance Australia Fair
Michael smith talks about the history of ’ Advance Australia Fair’, and replays an amazing version of the anthem sung by Simone Dew.
Bush Legacy
Michael smith talks to LA Times political correspondent Arron Zitner about the Bush Legacy, Also listen to a compilation of the Presidents highlights.
rising road toll
Michael Smith talks to Inspector Peter Flanders from QLD Police, talking about the rising road toll on the Sunshine Coast compared with the rest of the state.
Emissions trading doubter
Michael Smith talks to Senator Barnaby Joyce about his skepticism towards the Emissions Trading Scheme, despite his parties line.
Crucial vote
Michael Smith talks to Senator Nick Xenophon whose vote will be crucial to the passing the economic stimulus package.
Don’t feed the crocs stupid!
Neil Mattocks from the EPA tells Michael Smith crocodiles in FNQ are becoming too accustomed to an easy feed.
Our nation's fabric
Michael Smith talks to David Templeman, Former head of Emergency Management of Australia, about how important the notion of 'mateship' is during times of hardship.
Former robbery detective Rod Keuris
Michael Smith talks to former Vic police arm robbery squad detective Rod Keuris, about what its like to be in the line of fire.
Octuplets, eight babies
You've probably heard about the octuplets, A woman gave birth to eight babies in California. Michael Smith talks to Director of fertility program, University of Southern California, DR Richard Paulson.
Crime set to rise
Michael Smith talks to criminologist Professor Paul Wilson who claims crime is set to rise as the economy heads south. Do we need more police?
A cartoonist dilemma
Michael Smith talks to Peter Nicholson, Cartoonist from The Australian Newspaper, about the difficulties of drawing a good looking president.
South Bank shame
Michael Smith talks to Shaylah Rodregus, General Manager of South Bank, about a number of shocking incidents in Brisbane's showcase parkland.
Rudd Bank
Michael Smith talks to business commentator Terry McCrann about the federal development of the Australian Business Investment Partnership aka 'Rudd Bank'.
Stop the violence
Michael Smith talks to Dr Anthony Lynham, a facial surgeon who says every Monday morning he is patching up victims of alcohol fuelled violence.
Banks on the nose?
Michael smith asks Josh Gans from the Melbourne Business School if taxpayers are entitled to more from our government guaranteed big banks.
Kiwi's flock home
Michael Smith talks to David Cunliffe, New Zealand Opposition financial spokesperson, about how our economic downturn is forcing Kiwi's to head home.
Operation Nomad
Michael Smith talks to South Australian Premier Mike Rann, about 'Operation Nomad' his plan for police to tail arsonists during high fire danger days.
Lost in translation
Michael Smith talks to Jonathan Crisp from National English First in Nashville, about putting the English language to vote for a sole government language.
Anna, are you prepared?
Michael Smith catches up with Anna Bligh to find out if she has an 'exit strategy' should she lose the next election.
Colin's law
Michael Smith talks to Sergeant Cameron Pope from the Police Union, about the police response to listener Colin's horrifying road rage encounter.
Clive wants change
Michael Smith talks to Queensland’s richest man, Clive Palmer, as he explains why he’s backing the “Borg’s” LNP.
Cash or Vouchers?
Michael Smith talks with Scott Driscoll from the Retailers Association on whether your bonus money should be cash or vouchers.
Dysfunctional marriage
Michael Smith talks to Dr. John Hewson and asks is the marriage between the Reserve Bank and the Federal Government dysfunctional?
A horrendous attack
Michael Smith talks to Stephen Clancy, a bottle shop assistant who was allegedly attacked by a hammer.
Million of billion?
Michael Smith is looking for a new name for a billion. Listen now and take our poll.
Celine Nobel
Michael Smith talks to Celine Nobel, who becomes an Australian citizen on Monday and sings the national anthem in French.
Waiting for justice
Gold Coast bashing victim Peter tells Michael Smith about his battle for justice.
Attempted abduction
Michael Smith talks to Snr Constable Mick Emery, from the Child Protection investigation unit, about an attempted abduction at Ipswich.
Plane plunges into harbour
Michael Smith talks to Justin O'Brien from Nine News, about a light airplane crash in Darwin.
Workers protectionism
Michael Smith talks to David Oliver, National Secretary of the Australian Manufacturing Workers Union, about protecting the Australian workforce.
Smith with Graham Readfearn
Michael Smith talks to Courier Mail blogger Graham Readfearn - who insists Michael is the dumbest radio host in Australia.
Ikebal Patel
Michael Smith talks to Ikebal Patel from the Islamic council.
The Retailers Association
Michael Smith talks to Scott Driscole of the Retailers association.
Teenagers, Alcohol and Drugs
Michael Smith talks to Paul Dillon from the faculty of medicine at the University of NSW, about his new book “Teenagers, Alcohol and Drugs”, Paul Dillon has worked as a drug and alcohol researcher for nearly three decades.
'Fix this mess'
Michael Smith talks to Queensland Transport Minister, John Mickel, about the river walk repair delays.
'humans are becoming shark bait'
Michael Smith talks to Shark Hunter legend Vic Hislop who claims 'it's no surprise humans are becoming shark bait'.
Taking its toll
Michael Smith talks to Michael Regan from Bond University about the increasing number of toll roads in Queensland.
Agree to disagree
Michael Smith and Climate Change Minister Penny Wong agree to disagree on global warming.
Parker vs Pisasale
The Mayors of Logan and Ipswich battle it out for the best town title on Drive with Michael Smith.
Dr John Darcy
Michael Smith editorial – The National Health and Medical Research Council has produced new guidelines on the grog, Michael talks with Dr John Darcy about whether or not they are realistic.
Silma Ihram
Michael Smith talks to SIlma Ihram about the headdress issue.
Rob Wells
Michael Smith talks to the father of deceased Bryce Wells, Rob, about the horrible accident which ended his sons life.
Judy Spence
Michael Smith talks to the Police Commissioner Judy Spence to get her response to the road rage laws.
Clinical Psychologist
Michael Smith talks to Clinical Psychologist Dr Chris Lennings, about the cognitive skills required to operate a car.
