The Long Lunch with Tod Johnston - Highlights

Narrogin local Tom Beynon lifted an age-group world record 100kg in the deadlift at the Capo Nationals in Fremantle in freo.

Brett Parker, co-founder and chair of the Dementia Foundation WA, is currently embarking on a 12,000 to 13,000-kilometre drive across Western Australia to raise critical awareness of young-onset dementia. During his trek through remote regional communities, he is collecting vital, on-the-ground data to push state and federal governments for urgent policy changes and improved local care resources.

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This year, Bailey Seamer is setting out to walk from Kalumburu, at the top of the Kimberley, all the way down to Albany on Western Australia's southern tip - a journey of around 5,000km - a challenge she’s taking on alongside her dog, Rusty starting in July 2026.

UK pop icon Kim Wilde is bringing her "Closer Tour" to Australia in November. The tour spans eight shows across Perth, Brisbane, Melbourne, Geelong, Adelaide, Newcastle, Sydney, and Canberra, where she will be performing classic hits like Kids In America and You Keep Me Hangin' On

Co-Founder and Chair at The Dementia Foundation, Brett Parker, joined Tod in Studio to discuss their upcoming. Drive 4 Dementia Fundraiser. 

The Long Lunch with Tod Johnston - Full Show - 20/05/2026

Media personality Johanna Griggs is urging Australians to support the Humpty Dumpty Foundation's Mother's Day appeal to provide hospital-grade breast pumps to neonatal units. These specialised, high-cost pumps are a crucial lifeline for mothers of premature or sick babies, allowing them to provide life-saving nutrition and maintain an emotional connection when physical contact is impossible.

Australian music icon Vanessa Amorosi joined the show to reflect on the 25th anniversary of her smash hit "Absolutely Everybody" and her incredible journey from a 12-year-old wedding singer to an international sensation. She covered her experiences navigating different music genres, performing at the Sydney 2000 Olympics, and what fans can expect from her upcoming anniversary show at Perth's Magnet House.

Contec Australia founder Mark D'Alessandro has introduced a 3D concrete printing robotic arm to Perth's building industry to combat ongoing labour shortages and housing delays. The technology can print multi-story homes in a matter of hours that are five times stronger than traditional brick, all while remaining highly customizable and weather-resistant.

People Kind Group CEO Mark Fitzpatrick discussed the positive impacts of AI in the disability and aged care sectors. From giving non-verbal individuals a voice to reducing administrative burdens for staff, the conversation highlights how technology is enhancing human connection.