Best of 4BC Breakfast with Jason Matthews, July 20th-24th, 2026

When a middle-aged Kenmore couple scored last night’s staggering $40 million Powerball jackpot, they didn't even wait for the money to clear before calling it quits on working life. 

The Lott’s Matt Hart joined the show to share the chaotic moment the life-changing news sank in screams and all.

When a middle-aged Kenmore couple scored last night&rsquo;s staggering $40 million Powerball jackpot, they didn't even wait for the money to clear before calling it quits on working life.&nbsp;
The Lott&rsquo;s Matt Hart joined the show to share the chaotic moment the life-changing news sank in screams and all.

How a $40M Powerball win prompted a Brisbane couple to quit their jobs on the spot

A $7.5 million state investment in local rocket testing is set to transform the remote town of Thargomindah into a vital defence and space hub. 

Bulloo Shire Mayor John "Tractor" Ferguson shared how this massive boost could bring hundreds of jobs and new infrastructure to South West Queensland.

A $7.5 million state investment in local rocket testing is set to transform the remote town of Thargomindah into a vital defence and space hub. 
Bulloo Shire Mayor John "Tractor" Ferguson shared how this massive boost could bring hundreds of jobs and new infrastructure to South West Queensland.

Why Outback Thargomindah is becoming Australia’s new defence hub

The Australian Socceroos are returning home for a high-profile Queensland exclusive series against five-time World Cup champions Brazil, marking the powerhouse nation's first Australian appearance since 2017.

Former Socceroo Michael Zullo joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings to discuss the insane ticket demand at Suncorp Stadium and how local families can catch public training sessions before the remaining tickets completely sell out.

The Australian Socceroos are returning home for a high-profile Queensland exclusive series against five-time World Cup champions Brazil, marking the powerhouse nation's first Australian appearance since 2017.
Former Socceroo Michael Zullo joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings to discuss the insane ticket demand at Suncorp Stadium and how local families can catch public training sessions before the remaining tickets completely sell out.

World Cup fallout: Why thousands are racing to catch the Socceroos' explosive return

Federal Political Editor Michael Pachi joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings live from Day 2 of the Labor Party’s 50th National Conference in Adelaide, detailing key debates around gambling reform, gas tax proposals, and growing internal backlash over the AUKUS defence deal despite $5 billion in fresh shipyard funding.

The conversation also highlighted Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's unexpected focus on One Nation amid their rising poll numbers, alongside concerns over new US trade tariffs penalising Australian imports linked to forced-labour supply chains.

Federal Political Editor Michael Pachi joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings live from Day 2 of the Labor Party&rsquo;s 50th National Conference in Adelaide, detailing key debates around gambling reform, gas tax proposals, and growing internal backlash over the AUKUS defence deal despite $5 billion in fresh shipyard funding.
The conversation also highlighted Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's unexpected focus on One Nation amid their rising poll numbers, alongside concerns over new US trade tariffs penalising Australian imports linked to forced-labour supply chains.

"It's wrong": The furious political backlash surrounding One Nation's shocking surge in the polls

Emeritus Professor of Medicine Timothy Florin joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings to warn that Australia’s current reliance on wind and solar power for base load electricity is failing to substantially reduce carbon emissions while inflicting massive environmental and economic damage.

He argued that Australia must abandon current ideological constraints and look to nuclear power as a vastly superior, scientific solution to achieve a low-carbon grid without destroying essential local industries.

Emeritus Professor of Medicine Timothy Florin joined Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Mornings to warn that Australia&rsquo;s current reliance on wind and solar power for base load electricity is failing to substantially reduce carbon emissions while inflicting massive environmental and economic damage.
He argued that Australia must abandon current ideological constraints and look to nuclear power as a vastly superior, scientific solution to achieve a low-carbon grid without destroying essential local industries.

How Australia’s energy policy is quietly destroying local industries and sovereignty

The United States has officially escalated trade pressure on Australia by raising tariffs to 12.5%, impacting almost all Australian exports, including beef and pharmaceuticals.

Economic Futurist Evan Lucas joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast to explain that the US justifies this decision by citing uncompetitive trade practices, despite strong denials and a lack of evidence from Australian officials.

The United States has officially escalated trade pressure on Australia by raising tariffs to 12.5%, impacting almost all Australian exports, including beef and pharmaceuticals.
Economic Futurist Evan Lucas joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast to explain that the US justifies this decision by citing uncompetitive trade practices, despite strong denials and a&nbsp;lack of evidence from Australian officials.

US hits Australia with 12.5% Tariff hike: Millions at stake in economic fallout

As Australia falls dangerously short of its federal goal of building 1.2 million homes, housing experts from the Housing Industry Association argue that outdated council planning rules force buyers to pay for far more land than they need.

Sam Heckel from the Housing Industry Association joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Mornings to discuss how homeowners could save over $200,000 with shrinking lot sizes.

As Australia falls dangerously short of its federal goal of building 1.2 million homes, housing experts from the Housing Industry Association argue that outdated council planning rules force buyers to pay for far more land than they need.
Sam Heckel from the Housing Industry Association joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Mornings to discuss how homeowners could save over $200,000 with shrinking lot sizes.

Shrinking land sizes could save homebuyers $200,000 as Australia faces housing target failure

Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast spoke with Associate Professor Mayooran Namasivayam from the Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute about how caffeine impacts heart health, noting that guidelines recommend up to 400mg (about 3 to 5 cups) daily. 

They discuss how individual factors like genetics, pregnancy, and heart conditions change caffeine metabolism, alongside alternative, heart-safe strategies to maintain energy during winter.

Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast spoke with Associate Professor Mayooran Namasivayam from the Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute about how caffeine impacts heart health, noting that guidelines recommend up to 400mg (about 3 to 5 cups) daily. 
They discuss how individual factors like genetics, pregnancy, and heart conditions change caffeine metabolism, alongside alternative, heart-safe strategies to maintain energy during winter.

Caffeine crisis: How many cups until you risk triggering heart palpitations?

Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast discussed the launch of "Australia's Final Playlist" ahead of next month's "Dying to Know Day," an initiative designed to help families break the taboo of discussing end-of-life wishes. 

Guest Caz Dawson, CEO of Groundswell Project, explained that while 80% of people know they should share these details, only 20% actually do, making a fun song choice the perfect conversation starter.

Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast discussed the launch of "Australia's Final Playlist" ahead of next month's "Dying to Know Day," an initiative designed to help families break the taboo of discussing end-of-life wishes. 
Guest Caz Dawson, CEO of Groundswell Project, explained that while 80% of people know they should share these details, only 20% actually do, making a fun song choice the perfect conversation starter.

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