The legendary Sam Kekovich fired back at the World Happiness Index and explained why a simple backyard barbecue is the ultimate antidote to national division. 

He shared his "no-nonsense" plan to get Australia back on top by ditching petty politics for a succulent lamb chop.

The legendary Sam Kekovich fired back at the World Happiness Index and explained why a simple backyard barbecue is the ultimate antidote to national division. 
He shared his "no-nonsense" plan to get Australia back on top by ditching petty politics for a succulent lamb chop.

Tune in to 4BC Afternoons, weekdays from 12pm-3pm.

Tune in to 4BC Afternoons, weekdays from 12pm-3pm.

4BC Afternoons

4BC Afternoons - Highlights

4BC On-Demand

4BC Afternoons with Carla Bignasca

Why Lambassador Sam Kekovich says Australia’s "unhappy" ranking is absolute nonsense

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/88b564ea-a9a6-4751-910a-a5d800019396/clips/71cbd101-e3a4-47f6-86f2-b3de00431a68/transcript

Listen to 4BC Afternoons with Carla Bignasca, weekdays from Midday - 3pm.

Listen to 4BC Afternoons with Carla Bignasca, weekdays from Midday - 3pm.

Full Show: 4BC Afternoons with Carla Bignasca, January 26th, 2026

With temperatures climbing toward 40°, RSPCA Queensland’s Chief Vet warned that shade and water may not be enough to save your pets from fatal heatstroke. 

Learn the critical "red flags" to watch for and why a simple stick in a water trough could save local wildlife today.

With temperatures climbing toward 40&deg;, RSPCA Queensland&rsquo;s Chief Vet warned that shade and water may not be enough to save your pets from fatal heatstroke.&nbsp;
Learn the critical "red flags" to watch for and why a simple stick in a water trough could save local wildlife today.

How to protect your pets and wildlife as Australia Day temperatures soar

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/88b564ea-a9a6-4751-910a-a5d800019396/clips/b37e6aaa-7a5c-42ef-b013-b3de004f5029/transcript

What does Australia Day look like when you’re proud of your heritage but love your home? 

Siri joined her daughter Carla to explain why she wants her grandson to know his Thai roots while embracing the "free country" that gave her a life of opportunity.

What does Australia Day look like when you&rsquo;re proud of your heritage but love your home? 
Siri joined her daughter Carla to explain why she wants her grandson to know his Thai roots while embracing the "free country" that gave her a life of opportunity.

Thai green curry & shandies: How Carla Bignasca’s family celebrates being Aussie

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/88b564ea-a9a6-4751-910a-a5d800019396/clips/f233a82d-ea6a-4e11-adef-b3de002a9df2/transcript

Why Lambassador Sam Kekovich says Australia’s "unhappy" ranking is absolute nonsense

In 3 playlist(s)

4BC Afternoons with Carla Bignasca

Social links

Follow podcast

Recent clips