Ben Fordham pulls back the curtain on what it’s really like to host the biggest talk radio show in Australia. As the host of Ben Fordham Live on breakfast radio at 2GB, Ben sits at the centre of the national conversation every morning a role that comes with influence, pressure, and constant scrutiny.

In this episode of Behind the Mic, Ben shares his take on the The Kyle & Jackie O Show saga that has dominated Australian media this week, and what moments like that reveal about the industry.

He also discusses how he manages the responsibility of hosting such an influential program, whether he believes the label of being “right wing” is fair, and the moments on air he looks back on with regret.

Ben reveals a remarkable behind-the-scenes story involving Anthony Albanese that has never been told publicly before, and reflects on the importance of persistence in broadcasting including how determination helped shape his own career.

Honest, thoughtful and occasionally surprising, this conversation explores the pressure of live talk radio, the weight of opinion, and the lessons learned from years at the centre of Australia’s media landscape.

Whether you’re interested in radio, politics, or the craft of broadcasting, this episode offers insight into the mindset required to sit behind one of the country’s most powerful microphones.

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Ben Fordham pulls back the curtain on what it&rsquo;s really like to host the biggest talk radio show in Australia. As the host of Ben Fordham Live on breakfast radio at 2GB, Ben sits at the centre of the national conversation every morning a role that comes with influence, pressure, and constant scrutiny.
In this episode of Behind the Mic, Ben shares his take on the The Kyle &amp; Jackie O Show saga that has dominated Australian media this week, and what moments like that reveal about the industry.
He also discusses how he manages the responsibility of hosting such an influential program, whether he believes the label of being &ldquo;right wing&rdquo; is fair, and the moments on air he looks back on with regret.
Ben reveals a remarkable behind-the-scenes story involving Anthony Albanese that has never been told publicly before, and reflects on the importance of persistence in broadcasting including how determination helped shape his own career.
Honest, thoughtful and occasionally surprising, this conversation explores the pressure of live talk radio, the weight of opinion, and the lessons learned from years at the centre of Australia&rsquo;s media landscape.
Whether you&rsquo;re interested in radio, politics, or the craft of broadcasting, this episode offers insight into the mindset required to sit behind one of the country&rsquo;s most powerful microphones.
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Behind the Mic with Mike E (Mike Etheridge) is the podcast where Australia’s biggest podcast and audio creators reveal who they really are.

These aren’t promo interviews. They’re honest, relaxed and often surprisingly personal conversations about career pivots, pressure, ego, burnout, ambition, personal life, relationships and what it really takes to build an audience in audio today.

It’s about the person behind the brand. The doubts, the risks, the reinventions and the moments that changed everything. After more than 14 years in breakfast radio (Mike E & Emma) and still deep in the audio game, Mike E understands the egos, expectations and everything in between. That insider perspective makes for conversations that are raw, revealing and unfiltered.

Whether you’re chasing your own goals, curious about the people behind the voices you hear every day, or just love honest conversation, Behind the Mic dives into the human side of success, ambition and resilience.

Real conversations. No scripts. Just the truth behind the mic.

Follow Mike E on: Instagram, Facebook and Linkedin.

Behind the Mic with Mike E (Mike Etheridge) is the podcast where Australia&rsquo;s biggest podcast and audio creators reveal who they really are.
These aren&rsquo;t promo interviews. They&rsquo;re honest, relaxed and often surprisingly personal conversations about career pivots, pressure, ego, burnout, ambition, personal life, relationships and what it really takes to build an audience in audio today.
It&rsquo;s about the person behind the brand. The doubts, the risks, the reinventions and the moments that changed everything. After more than 14 years in breakfast radio (Mike E &amp; Emma) and still deep in the audio game, Mike E understands the egos, expectations and everything in between. That insider perspective makes for conversations that are raw, revealing and unfiltered.
Whether you&rsquo;re chasing your own goals, curious about the people behind the voices you hear every day, or just love honest conversation, Behind the Mic dives into the human side of success, ambition and resilience.
Real conversations. No scripts. Just the truth behind the mic.
Follow Mike E on: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mikeeradio/">Instagram</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/mikeeshow">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-etheridge-ba9733391/">Linkedin.</a>

Behind the Mic with Mike E

Behind the Mic with Mike E (Mike Etheridge) is the podcast where Australia’s biggest podcast and audio creators reveal who they really are.

These aren’t promo interviews. They’re honest, relaxed and often surprisingly personal conversations about career pivots, pressure, ego, burnout, ambition, personal life, relationships and what it really takes to build an audience in audio today.

It’s about the person behind the brand. The doubts, the risks, the reinventions and the moments that changed everything. After more than 14 years in breakfast radio (Mike E & Emma) and still deep in the audio game, Mike E understands the egos, expectations and everything in between. That insider perspective makes for conversations that are raw, revealing and unfiltered.

Whether you’re chasing your own goals, curious about the people behind the voices you hear every day, or just love honest conversation, Behind the Mic dives into the human side of success, ambition and resilience.

Real conversations. No scripts. Just the truth behind the mic.

Behind the Mic with Mike E (Mike Etheridge) is the podcast where Australia’s biggest podcast and audio creators reveal who they really are.

These aren’t promo interviews. They’re honest, relaxed and often surprisingly personal conversations about career pivots, pressure, ego, burnout, ambition, personal life, relationships and what it really takes to build an audience in audio today.

It’s about the person behind the brand. The doubts, the risks, the reinventions and the moments that changed everything. After more than 14 years in breakfast radio (Mike E & Emma) and still deep in the audio game, Mike E understands the egos, expectations and everything in between. That insider perspective makes for conversations that are raw, revealing and unfiltered.

Whether you’re chasing your own goals, curious about the people behind the voices you hear every day, or just love honest conversation, Behind the Mic dives into the human side of success, ambition and resilience.

Real conversations. No scripts. Just the truth behind the mic.

Follow Mike E on: Instagram, Facebook and Linkedin.

Behind the Mic with Mike E (Mike Etheridge) is the podcast where Australia&rsquo;s biggest podcast and audio creators reveal who they really are.
These aren&rsquo;t promo interviews. They&rsquo;re honest, relaxed and often surprisingly personal conversations about career pivots, pressure, ego, burnout, ambition, personal life, relationships and what it really takes to build an audience in audio today.
It&rsquo;s about the person behind the brand. The doubts, the risks, the reinventions and the moments that changed everything. After more than 14 years in breakfast radio (Mike E &amp; Emma) and still deep in the audio game, Mike E understands the egos, expectations and everything in between. That insider perspective makes for conversations that are raw, revealing and unfiltered.
Whether you&rsquo;re chasing your own goals, curious about the people behind the voices you hear every day, or just love honest conversation, Behind the Mic dives into the human side of success, ambition and resilience.
Real conversations. No scripts. Just the truth behind the mic.
Behind the Mic with Mike E (Mike Etheridge) is the podcast where Australia&rsquo;s biggest podcast and audio creators reveal who they really are.
These aren&rsquo;t promo interviews. They&rsquo;re honest, relaxed and often surprisingly personal conversations about career pivots, pressure, ego, burnout, ambition, personal life, relationships and what it really takes to build an audience in audio today.
It&rsquo;s about the person behind the brand. The doubts, the risks, the reinventions and the moments that changed everything. After more than 14 years in breakfast radio (Mike E &amp; Emma) and still deep in the audio game, Mike E understands the egos, expectations and everything in between. That insider perspective makes for conversations that are raw, revealing and unfiltered.
Whether you&rsquo;re chasing your own goals, curious about the people behind the voices you hear every day, or just love honest conversation, Behind the Mic dives into the human side of success, ambition and resilience.
Real conversations. No scripts. Just the truth behind the mic.
Follow Mike E on: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mikeeradio/">Instagram</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/mikeeshow">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-etheridge-ba9733391/">Linkedin.</a>