Bonafide with Luke Bona

Luke Bona
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Bonafide with Luke Bona is the unfiltered voice of everyday Australia. After decades in national radio, Luke brings his legendary no-BS approach to the podcast world. We tackle the real issues the mainstream media ignores: Australian politics, the cost of living, motoring, technology, culture, and the transport industry. From the realities of the road on Truckie Tuesday to wild true crime in the Man Cave, get the raw, unhinged truth you’ve been looking for. No censors. No apologies. Subscribe to join the conversation.

  1. Pauline Hanson On The Real Reason Karl Stefanovic Was Dropped By Channel 9

    6 hrs ago

    Pauline Hanson On The Real Reason Karl Stefanovic Was Dropped By Channel 9

    One Nation leader Senator Pauline Hanson joins Luke Bona on the Bona Fide podcast to break down the massive media storm surrounding Karl Stefanovic’s sudden departure from Channel 9. Is the network going "woke," or is there a deeper pushback against conservative voices in Australian media? In this explosive episode, Pauline Hanson doesn't hold back on her thoughts regarding the media elite, freedom of speech, and why she thinks the public is finally waking up. From her viral National Press Club address to the controversial Karl Stefanovic drama, Hanson shares her perspective on what is really happening behind the scenes of Australia's biggest networks. We also dive deep into the discussion surrounding multiculturalism vs. monoculturalism, the future of Australian identity, and whether she plans to make a historic run for a seat in the House of Representatives. --------------------------- 🫶 Join The Bonafide FamilyGet Your Bonafide Merch here: https://bonafidepod.com/en-aud Follow Me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LukeBonaThatRadioGuy/ Catch Up On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lukey.bona/Subscribe to us on YouTube to stay updated with LIVE SHOWS: 🎙️ Get InvolvedLeave us a digital voicemail here: https://www.speakpipe.com/Bonafide Call the Bonafide Hotline to leave a voicemail: (02) 9128 9311 Want to be a guest or suggest a topic? Reach out at: lukebonaradioguy@gmail.com

    37 min
  2. 17-Year-Old Farmer Speaks Out, MLM Cults & Media Censorship

    20 hrs ago

    17-Year-Old Farmer Speaks Out, MLM Cults & Media Censorship

    Karl Stefanovic’s departure, MLM pyramid schemes exposed, and a 17-year-old farmer fighting for the future of Aussie agriculture - we're breaking it all down .👉Media Shakeups & Free Speech: The team discusses Karl Stefanovic's departure from Channel 9, the censorship of controversial interviews, and the shrinking objectivity of mainstream media. 👉Global Politics Update: Sky News Washington Bureau Chief Jonathan Kearsley joins live from the US to break down the volatile situation between the US, Israel, Iran, and Hezbollah, as well as the UK's leadership transition to Andy Burnham. 👉The Future of Aussie Farming: Meet Jacob Wright, an articulate 17-year-old, fourth-generation farmer from Wodonga who is standing up to major political parties to fight for the agricultural industry. 👉MLMs vs. Pyramid Schemes: Financial expert Scotty Phillips (The Motley Fool) and legal eagle  ⁨@JamesGlissanOfficial⁩  join the show for a fascinating, psychology-driven deep dive into multi-level marketing, Ponzi schemes, and how desperation preys on hope. 👉 The Man Cave Big News: Bill Edgar (The Coffin Confessor) steps into the man cave to break an exclusive, Bonafide first! ------------------------------------------------------------------🫶 Join The Bonafide FamilyGet Your Bonafide Merch here: https://bonafidepod.com/en-aud Follow Me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LukeBonaThatRadioGuy/ Catch Up On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lukey.bona/ Subscribe to us on YouTube to stay updated with LIVE SHOWS: ------------------------------------------------- 🎙️ Get InvolvedLeave us a digital voicemail here: https://www.speakpipe.com/Bonafide Call the Bonafide Hotline to leave a voicemail: (02) 9128 9311 Want to be a guest or suggest a topic? Reach out at: lukebonaradioguy@gmail.com -------------------------------------------------

    2h 42m
  3. Man Cave: The $5,000 Mistake - The Craziest True Crime Story We’ve Heard

    3 days ago

    Man Cave: The $5,000 Mistake - The Craziest True Crime Story We’ve Heard

    What happens when a desperate man pays a stranger $5,000 to amputate his leg with a concrete saw in a local park? We react to one of the most unbelievable and tragic true crime stories to come out of Queensland. If you clicked for the $5,000 mistake, stick around! In this full 42-minute episode of The Man Cave, Luke, memorabilia expert Adam McDonald, and Producer Kelsey tackle a massive lineup of wild news, debates, and hilarious stories. We dive into the controversial new drug driving laws, the UFC building a custom arena for Donald Trump's 80th birthday, and the fierce debate over giving up seats on public transport. Plus, Adam drops some expert knowledge on antique valuations and the absolute fairest way to settle family inheritance disputes without tearing your family apart. -------------------------------------------------------------------- 🫶 Join The Bonafide Family Get Your Bonafide Merch here: https://bonafidepod.com/en-aud Follow Me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LukeBonaThatRadioGuy/Catch Up On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lukey.bona/ Subscribe to us on YouTube to stay updated with LIVE SHOWS: https://www.youtube.com/@BonafideLukeBona 🎙️ Get InvolvedLeave us a digital voicemail here: https://www.speakpipe.com/Bonafide Call the Bonafide Hotline to leave a voicemail: (02) 9128 9311 Want to be a guest or suggest a topic? Reach out at: lukebonaradioguy@gmail.com

    43 min
  4. $816M Drug Bust, Shark Bites, & The Fuel Furphy

    3 days ago

    $816M Drug Bust, Shark Bites, & The Fuel Furphy

    An ordinary patch of ground west of Sydney was hiding a shocking secret: a massive underground shipping container bunker packed with $816 million worth of contraband. How did organised crime networks build a hidden fortress right under our noses, and how did intelligence agencies finally crack the case? In this episode of The Bonafide Podcast, Luke Bona blows the lid off Australia’s biggest-ever drug bust in Richmond and unpack the wildest, most urgent stories dominating the headlines this week. From terrifying new data on Australian shark attacks to high-stakes political chaos in Canberra, we’re covering the stories people are actually talking about:👉 THE FUEL CRISIS: NRMA’s Peter Khoury joins us to break down the highly controversial halving of the fuel excise cut and what the escalating blockades in the Strait of Hormuz mean for your wallet at the bowser.👉 CANBERRA CHAOS: Greens Senator David Shoebridge enters the studio to reveal what really happened behind the scenes during the chaotic GetUp protest breach targeting Pauline Hanson at the National Press Club.👉 THE SHARK SURGE: World-renowned marine expert Dr. Daryl MacPhee unpacks the chilling statistics behind the sudden rise in fatal shark bites along the coast and whether technology or culling is the answer to keeping swimmers safe.👉 DEFENDING AUSTRALIAN CULTURE: National Party Leader David Littleproud goes head-to-head on the current state of Canberra politics, the fight to protect a free press, and what it really means to preserve Australian culture in a changing world.Plus, we dive into some of the internet's strangest moments, including why scientists are putting parrots on iPad video calls, Trump’s bizarre tie to an ostrich steak, the financial collapse of Beetlejuice’s Australian venture, and the battle for B-Double truck parking bays.--------------------------------------------------------------------❤️ Cheers to GME for making this episode of Truckie Tuesday possible!Outfit your rig with the very best, Australian-made, communication technology here: https://www.gme.net.au/au/🫶 Join The Bonafide FamilyGet Your Bonafide Merch here: https://bonafidepod.com/en-audFollow Me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LukeBonaThatRadioGuy/Catch Up On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lukey.bona/Subscribe to us on YouTube to stay updated with LIVE SHOWS: 🎙️ Get InvolvedLeave us a digital voicemail here: https://www.speakpipe.com/BonafideCall the Bonafide Hotline to leave a voicemail: (02) 9128 9311Want to be a guest or suggest a topic? Reach out at: lukebonaradioguy@gmail.com

    2h 31m
  5. Truckie Tuesday: How Ending the Fuel Excise and $26,610 Fines Impact Aussie Trucking

    4 days ago

    Truckie Tuesday: How Ending the Fuel Excise and $26,610 Fines Impact Aussie Trucking

    Discover how ending the fuel excise cut and surging heavy vehicle fines will directly impact your wallet and livelihood. Transport veteran Rod Hanafi exposes the truth behind the new $26,610 maximum fatigue penalties and why simple paper logbook mistakes are trapping honest drivers on the side of the road. Listen to how these sweeping national road law updates threaten owner-operators, and tap the Q&A below to share your experience with the new fatigue management templates. --- ❤️ Cheers to GME for making this episode of Truckie Tuesday possible! Outfit your rig with the very best, Australian-made, communication technology here: https://www.gme.net.au/au/ 🫶 Join The Bonafide Family Get Your Bonafide Merch here: https://bonafidepod.com/en-aud Follow Me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LukeBonaThatRadioGuy/ Catch Up On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lukey.bona/ Subscribe to us on YouTube to stay updated with LIVE SHOWS: https://www.youtube.com/@BonafideLukeBona 🎙️ Get Involved Leave us a digital voicemail here: https://www.speakpipe.com/Bonafide Call the Bonafide Hotline to leave a voicemail: (02) 9128 9311 Want to be a guest or suggest a topic? Reach out at: lukebonaradioguy@gmail.com

    41 min
  6. Tim Costello vs. The Gambling Industry, Hanson's Press Club Chaos, & Tony Bonner (Skippy)

    18 June

    Tim Costello vs. The Gambling Industry, Hanson's Press Club Chaos, & Tony Bonner (Skippy)

    We don't tell you what to think, we give you something to think about. Thought starters this episode: Jonathan Kearsley (Sky News Washington Bureau Chief): Jonathan joins live from Washington D.C. to unpack the rollercoaster US-Iran peace deal, detailing the 14-point memorandum of understanding and the unfreezing of Iranian assets. He also shares the chilling details of a thwarted terrorist plot targeting a White House UFC event, which was uncovered thanks to a concerned mother. Reverend Tim Costello: The former CEO of World Vision Australia stops by for a powerful and candid conversation about Australia's gambling epidemic. He and Luke discuss NRL referee Ashley Klein's $400,000 gambling debt, the predatory algorithms used by online bookies to track and hook bettors, and why Australia urgently needs a national regulator and a complete ban on gambling advertisements. Tony Bonner: The Australian heartthrob and star of Skippy steps into the Man Cave to talk about his ongoing battle for residuals and merchandise royalties from the iconic show's reruns. Dr. Daryl McPhee: The Bond University shark expert and former fisherman prepares to tackle the controversial topic of eating shark meat and using the predators as a managed food resource. Pauline Hanson at the National Press Club: The hosts dissect Hanson's recent keynote address, questioning her claims that Australia is "multiracial" rather than "multicultural". They also examine her push to cut the tobacco excise by 50% and her stance on overhauling unfair dismissal laws. Sports Highlights & Debates: Luke and Kelsey debate a petition demanding a public holiday if Australia advances in the World Cup. They marvel at the heartwarming story of Cabo Verde's 40-year-old goalkeeper who became a viral sensation after holding off Spain, sparking a hilarious debate over who is more athletic: the goalie or LeBron James. A post-mortem on State of Origin Game 2, analyzing New South Wales' humiliating 44-24 loss to Queensland and the conspiracy theories surrounding three-game series. Listener Mail: The inbox delivers gold this week, featuring a deep dive into political donation transparency in response to David Littleproud, the bizarre reality of direct-cremation prepaid funerals, and a jaw-dropping story about a $150 million workplace disaster at the Hazelwood Power Station in the 90s. 🫶 Join The Bonafide Family Get Your Bonafide Merch here: https://bonafidepod.com/en-aud Follow Me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LukeBonaThatRadioGuy/ Catch Up On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lukey.bona/ Subscribe to us on YouTube to stay updated with LIVE SHOWS:  🎙️ Get Involved Leave us a digital voicemail here: https://www.speakpipe.com/Bonafide Call the Bonafide Hotline to leave a voicemail: (02) 9128 9311 Want to be a guest or suggest a topic? Reach out at: lukebonaradioguy@gmail.com

    2h 20m
  7. Why Ashley Klein Should Resign, Drive-By Funerals The New Normal? & The Weirdest Way to Stop Car Thieves

    15 June

    Why Ashley Klein Should Resign, Drive-By Funerals The New Normal? & The Weirdest Way to Stop Car Thieves

    Here is what we are talking about this week: The NRL's Gambling Scandal: Luke questions whether leading referee Ashley Klein should step down from his duties after admitting to losing $400,000 to a gambling addiction. Shark Nets & Pink Dolphins: Following a terrifying great white shark attack at Coogee Beach, we ask whether Australia needs to bring back shark culling. Plus, a detour into the nightmare-fuel that is the Amazon pink river dolphin. Drive-Through Rage & Bungee Disasters: A look at the wildest news of the week, including a man who abandoned his 4WD after a rampage at a GYG drive-through, and a tragic, botched bungee jump in Brazil. Drive-Through Funerals: The Reverend Jim Reynolds returns to the show to discuss the cold reality of the funeral industry. We cover the outrageous costs of caskets, and the bizarre American trend of drive-through funerals in Las Vegas. Rehabilitating Youth: Reverend Jim also shares his incredible new Lions Club project aimed at helping released prisoners and troubled youths reintegrate into society with hands-on trade experience. The Surprising Car-Theft Hack: James Ward from Drive stops by to explain why car theft is exploding in Victoria. He reveals the high-tech cloning gadgets thieves are using, and explains why an everyday household biscuit tin is the ultimate defense for your car keys. Rental Car Secrets: Would you ever buy an ex-rental car? James breaks down the risks, and we finally uncover the true meaning behind the "No Birds" car rental slogan. ❤️ Cheers to GME for making this episode of Truckie Tuesday possible! Outfit your rig with the very best, Australian-made, communication technology here: https://www.gme.net.au/au/ 🫶 Join The Bonafide Family Get Your Bonafide Merch here: https://bonafidepod.com/en-aud Follow Me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LukeBonaThatRadioGuy/ Catch Up On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lukey.bona/ Subscribe to us on YouTube to stay updated with LIVE SHOWS:  🎙️ Get Involved Leave us a digital voicemail here: https://www.speakpipe.com/Bonafide Call the Bonafide Hotline to leave a voicemail: (02) 9128 9311 Want to be a guest or suggest a topic? Reach out at: lukebonaradioguy@gmail.com

    2h 34m
  8. Truckie Tuesday: Pushing for a Fair Go with Mike 'The Oz Trucker'

    15 June

    Truckie Tuesday: Pushing for a Fair Go with Mike 'The Oz Trucker'

    This segment originally aired 9 June 2026 -- In this packed episode, the boys dive into the real issues facing truckies on the road today. They tackle the harsh reality that there isn't just a driver shortage—there is a shortage of people willing to deal with inflexible hours, tough lifestyle sacrifices, and an unappreciative public. In this episode, we cover: The Double Demerit Debate: Should professional drivers get a demerit point leeway, or should they "know better"? Luke also shares his frustration over losing his perfect driving record in a school zone. Road Hazards and Blind Roadworks: The crew discusses the extreme danger of unannounced roadwork traffic lights at the bottom of steep hills, as well as the epidemic of massive potholes destroying rims and tires across the states. Work Diary Woes: A listener vents about physical logbooks soaring in price while completely falling apart in months. Rod shares his positive experience using the Hub Fleet electronic work diary (EWD) as a modern, reliable alternative. The Industry Divide: A frank discussion on how small fleet operators are struggling to keep up with large corporate fleets, and why everyday drivers desperately need more representation at major industry conventions. Rod's Rant: Rod shares a frustrating story about his work hours, highlighting how dangerously rigid fatigue management laws can force a driver to take a 24-hour break on the side of the road when they are just 30 minutes from home. Calling Out the Politicians: A direct plea to MP David Littleproud to fix the severe, wheel-lifting culverts through Dalby. ❤️ Cheers to GME for making this episode of Truckie Tuesday possible! Outfit your rig with the very best, Australian-made, communication technology here: https://www.gme.net.au/au/ 🫶 Join The Bonafide Family Get Your Bonafide Merch here: https://bonafidepod.com/en-aud Follow Me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LukeBonaThatRadioGuy/ Catch Up On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lukey.bona/ Subscribe to us on YouTube to stay updated with LIVE SHOWS:  🎙️ Get Involved Leave us a digital voicemail here: https://www.speakpipe.com/Bonafide Call the Bonafide Hotline to leave a voicemail: (02) 9128 9311 Want to be a guest or suggest a topic? Reach out at: lukebonaradioguy@gmail.com

    43 min
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Bonafide with Luke Bona is the unfiltered voice of everyday Australia. After decades in national radio, Luke brings his legendary no-BS approach to the podcast world. We tackle the real issues the mainstream media ignores: Australian politics, the cost of living, motoring, technology, culture, and the transport industry. From the realities of the road on Truckie Tuesday to wild true crime in the Man Cave, get the raw, unhinged truth you’ve been looking for. No censors. No apologies. Subscribe to join the conversation.

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  • Creator
    Luke Bona
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    174
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Luke Bona
  • Show Website
    Bonafide with Luke Bona

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