Neil Mitchell describes outspoken Liberal MP Bernie Finn as a "continual irritant" to his party.

A 30 year career in politics has seen him stand up for his conservative politics and speak his mind.

Before he was known for his outspoken views, Mr Finn had a career in radio at the now defunct station 3DB where he worked as an announcer, producer and panel operator.

He describes the lasting impact his late father's fight with cancer, his mother's resilience during that time, and a "devastating" spina abifida diagnosis for his eldest son had on his life.