Best of 4BC Breakfast with Jason Matthews, August 31st-September 4th, 2026

Riverfire Creative Director Forch Foti revealed why this year’s Brisbane Festival finale is ditching tech gimmicks to launch two tons of old-school pyrotechnics across the city. 

Hear how the 8th-generation pyrotechnician plans to dazzle half a million spectators and why he has his sights set on the 2032 Olympics.

Riverfire Creative Director Forch Foti revealed why this year&rsquo;s Brisbane Festival finale is ditching tech gimmicks to launch two tons of old-school pyrotechnics across the city. 
Hear how the 8th-generation pyrotechnician plans to dazzle half a million spectators and why he has his sights set on the 2032 Olympics.

How Riverfire’s fireworks mastermind will light up Brisbane tomorrow night

Bestselling Aussie author Liane Moriarty joined the studio to reflect on her journey from speaking to an empty room of two people in Brisbane to selling over 25 million books worldwide. 

She shared why she was terrified no one would show up, how her first New York Times bestseller tasted like French toast, and why she stays grounded despite Hollywood fame.

Bestselling Aussie author Liane Moriarty joined the studio to reflect on her journey from speaking to an empty room of two people in Brisbane to selling over 25 million books worldwide. 
She shared why she was terrified no one would show up, how her first New York Times bestseller tasted like French toast, and why she stays grounded despite Hollywood fame.

Why Liane Moriarty thought only two people showed up to her first Brisbane book event

Twenty years after losing the Crocodile Hunter, Steve Irwin’s right-hand man, Wes Mannion, opens up about the unbreakable bond they shared from the moment they met at the reptile park. 

Wes reflected on carrying forward Steve’s global conservation legacy and why hearing his best mate’s voice still brings back emotional memories today.

Twenty years after losing the Crocodile Hunter, Steve Irwin&rsquo;s right-hand man, Wes Mannion, opens up about the unbreakable bond they shared from the moment they met at the reptile park. 
Wes reflected on carrying forward Steve&rsquo;s global conservation legacy and why hearing his best mate&rsquo;s voice still brings back emotional memories today.

‘His voice still knocks me’: Wes Mannion reflects on 20 years without Steve Irwin

The Wokey Pokey is our weekly opportunity to laugh at the world of woke that is slowly taking over... 

Because if you don’t laugh - you cry.

The Wokey Pokey is our weekly opportunity to laugh at the world of woke that is slowly taking over...&nbsp;
Because if you don&rsquo;t laugh - you cry.

This week's edition of the Wokey Pokey!

After fleeing Taliban rule in Afghanistan as a child, Kubora Ali made history at age 18 by enlisting in the Australian Army as the first Afghan-Australian woman to do so. 

In this interview with Gary Hardgrave on 4B Mornings, she reflected on her journey, her transition to the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF), being named Enlisted Aviator of the Year, and her core message about the resilience and contributions of refugees in Australia.

After fleeing Taliban rule in Afghanistan as a child, Kubora Ali made history at age 18 by enlisting in the Australian Army as the first Afghan-Australian woman to do so. 
In this interview with Gary Hardgrave on 4B Mornings, she reflected on her journey, her transition to the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF), being named Enlisted Aviator of the Year, and her core message about the resilience and contributions of refugees in Australia.

From Taliban terror to defender of the nation: The Afghan refugee making Australian history

RAAF Flying Officer Chris joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings to discuss the intensive preparation and extreme precision required to fly a massive 128-ton C-17 Globe Master III low through Brisbane's CBD skyscrapers for the Riverfire event. 

Chris detailed the extensive simulator training, visual site inspections, hands-on stick controls, and constant altitude monitoring needed to coordinate safely with air traffic control while executing high-altitude survey runs and low-level city passes.

RAAF Flying Officer Chris joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings to discuss the intensive preparation and extreme precision required to fly a massive 128-ton C-17 Globe Master III low through Brisbane's CBD skyscrapers for the Riverfire event. 
Chris detailed the extensive simulator training, visual site inspections, hands-on stick controls, and constant altitude monitoring needed to coordinate safely with air traffic control while executing high-altitude survey runs and low-level city passes.

How close is too close? RAAF Jet weaves through high-rises in high-risk low-altitude mission

On the 20th anniversary of Steve Irwin’s death, Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast and entertainment reporter Peter Ford reflect on his legendary TV appearances, his passion for wildlife, and the frantic chaos surrounding his sudden passing. 

Ranger Stacey then joined Jason to share memories of Steve Irwin's life.

On the 20th anniversary of Steve Irwin&rsquo;s death, Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast and entertainment reporter Peter Ford reflect on his legendary TV appearances, his passion for wildlife, and the frantic chaos surrounding his sudden passing.&nbsp;
Ranger Stacey then joined Jason to share memories of Steve Irwin's life.

20 years on: Remembering Steve Irwin's legacy as Australia reflects on his shock passing

Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast examined the critical operational pressure currently facing the local public healthcare system, highlighting severe ambulance ramping and extended emergency department delays. 

Featuring insight from general practitioner and former AMA Queensland President Dr. Nick Yim, the interview addressed the systemic issue of "bed block" driven by delayed aged care funding, the redirection of public patients to private hospitals, and the urgent need for long-term health infrastructure investment.

Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast examined the critical operational pressure currently facing the local public healthcare system, highlighting severe ambulance ramping and extended emergency department delays. 
Featuring insight from general practitioner and former AMA Queensland President Dr. Nick Yim, the interview addressed the systemic issue of "bed block" driven by delayed aged care funding, the redirection of public patients to private hospitals, and the urgent need for long-term health infrastructure investment.

No beds, no ambos: Why families are waiting hours for emergency care across Queensland

Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast opened the interview with cheeky mind games against Brisbane Lions player Dayne Zorko, declaring the Lions will crush the Swans, but Zorko refused to take the bait and warned against underestimating Sydney ahead of their SCG clash. 

The pair also dissect Fremantle's shock home loss to Hawthorn, weigh up the success of the AFL wildcard concept, express surprise over ticket sales at the SCG, and wrap up with Zorko sharing his Father's Day plans.

Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast opened the interview with cheeky mind games against Brisbane Lions player Dayne Zorko, declaring the Lions will crush the Swans, but Zorko refused to take the bait and warned against underestimating Sydney ahead of their SCG clash. 
The pair also dissect Fremantle's shock home loss to Hawthorn, weigh up the success of the AFL wildcard concept, express surprise over ticket sales at the SCG, and wrap up with Zorko sharing his Father's Day plans.

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