4BC Drive with Gary Hardgrave
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Optus admits 'critical failure' after leaving senior stranded after lightning strike
An Optus executive joined Gary Hardgrave to explain why a vulnerable grandmother was subjected to rigorous ID checks and long wait times while her phone lines were down. Hear the company's explanation for the error and the new promises they are making to protect elderly customers.
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How a 14-year-old schoolboy easily bypassed ‘strict’ age verification scanners
A 14-year-old Adelaide student has already humiliated the government’s incoming social media ban by tricking facial recognition software into thinking he was a 25-year-old adult. The IPA's John Roskam explained why this "slapdash" policy is technologically impossible to enforce and why Australian…
10:53
Shadow Minister claims Government misled public on ISIS bride return plans
Did the government mislead Australians about bringing ISIS brides home? Senator Jonathon Duniam exposed explosive documents that suggest Tony Burke was personally involved in secret arrangements with Save the Children despite public denials.
11:42
'They're scared': Why the Barmy Army has gone missing in Brisbane
Social media stars Those Carter Boys reveal why the usually loud Barmy Army has gone suspiciously quiet on the streets of Brisbane following the Perth defeat. The duo also dropped a bold prediction for how quickly the Aussie attack will wrap up the day-night Test.
10:51
How a Youngcare grant finally helped Kate crack the NDIS
She went from a palliative care nurse to a paralysed patient overnight, only to face six rejections for government support. Listen to how a critical grant from Youngcare didn't just make Kate's home safe, but finally forced the NDIS to take her disability seriously.
09:26
Why hundreds of Santas are trading sleighs for Jet Skis on the Gold Coast
Forget the reindeer! Hundreds of Santas are taking over the Gold Coast on jet skis this weekend to create "Queensland snow." Founder Jane Padden revealed how this wild annual spectacle brings magic and Christmas gifts to children living in residential care.
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Shadow Minister warns of potential blackouts next year as electricity bills rise 40%
The Australian Energy Market Operator has issued a dire warning about widespread blackouts across Eastern Australia this summer. Shadow Energy Minister Dan Tehan joined Gary Hardgrave to explain why soaring power bills and a "rush" to renewables are pushing the grid to the brink of collapse.
13:58
Warner Music’s AI deal: Is this the end of human creativity?
With Warner Music signing a historic deal with AI platform Suno, Gary Hardgrave asked if we are witnessing the death of human songwriting. Music expert Sean Sennett weighed in on the controversy and reacted to Gary's attempt at generating an instant hit.
11:52
Why QLD business insurance claims have doubled in 3 years
With business insurance claims doubling in the last three years, Queensland small business owners are facing a "perfect storm" of risk this summer. BizCover’s Brad Miller explained why "business interruption" cover is the safety net you can't afford to skip and busted the myth that premiums are c…
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Why Parliament House banned Pauline Hanson’s new movie at the last minute
He’s the voice behind the viral cartoons, and he does a Prime Minister Albanese impression so accurate it requires a spittle warning. Please Explain creator Mark Nicholson roasted the nation’s leaders and shared the one politician who is actually ‘too authentic’ to parody.
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