



Full Show: 4BC Afternoons with Carla Bignasca, February 4th, 2026
Listen to 4BC Afternoons with Carla Bignasca, weekdays from Midday - 3pm.

Broken necks & big checks: PBR champ Kurt Shepherd on the brutal reality of bull riding
State of Origin isn't just for footy—PBR Champion Kurt Shepherd joined Carla to discuss the "uninsurable" risks and broken bones behind his history-making season. Hear why he’s ready to risk it all again to help Queensland snatch the title back from New South Wales this June.

World Cancer Day: Why this Mum waited 6 months to tell her sons the truth
Facing a 3-to-5-year timeline, Caley and her husband Brad had to decide exactly how to protect their children’s childhood while being honest about the future. She shared the heart-wrenching "diabetes" analogy they used to explain her cancer and why she’s determined to leave a legacy of strength.

Full Show: 4BC Afternoons with Carla Bignasca, February 3rd, 2026
Listen to 4BC Afternoons with Carla Bignasca, weekdays from Midday - 3pm.

Dr. Simone Maher on how delaying vet care could cost you thousands
With only 8% of Australian pets insured, a significant financial gap is forcing owners to choose between their bank accounts and their pets. Dr. Simone Maher explained why "home remedies" are a dangerous gamble and how early intervention can actually save you a fortune.

Why Steven Bradbury says Australia is ready to smash Olympic records
The man behind the most famous golden finish in history revealed the gruesome injuries that nearly ended his career long before Salt Lake City. Steven Bradbury joined Carla to discuss his new documentary and why he’s betting on Australia to have its most successful Winter Olympics ever.

How teen sprint sensation Gout Gout is fueling Ipswich’s $20 million Olympic bid
With local hero Gout Gout shattering national records, Mayor Teresa Harding says it's time for infrastructure to catch up to talent. Hear the Mayor’s pitch for a new synthetic track to ensure the region’s next generation of athletes can reach their peak in their own backyard.

Full Show: 4BC Afternoons with Carla Bignasca, February 2nd, 2026
Listen to 4BC Afternoons with Carla Bignasca, weekdays from Midday - 3pm.

Only 4% of Australians still shift gears and what it means for your next car
Is the manual gearbox officially a "lost art," or is your old stick-shift about to become a high-value collector's item? James Ward and Carla look at why manufacturers are killing the clutch and why car thieves are increasingly baffled by 2016 hatchbacks.

Queensland’s Knobby named official underwear of Australian Olympic team
From a Sunshine Coast garage to the world stage, Knobby founder Rob Rand revealed how his quirky subscription brand became the "base layer" for Australia’s elite athletes heading to the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics.