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. Tributes, Tarmacs, & The True Aussie Spirit

    2d ago

    Tributes, Tarmacs, & The True Aussie Spirit

    This week on the Bonafide Podcast, Luke brings you a mix of heavy hearts and hard truths. We pay tribute to the late Professor Richard Scolyer , a true national hero who fast-tracked revolutionary brain cancer treatments. Mark Beretta and David Littleproud join us to honour his incredible legacy. We also tackle the issues hitting Aussies the hardest: Political Rorts & Cost of Living: We call out out-of-touch politicians taking $329 taxpayer-funded 2km Comcar rides while everyday families are priced out of having kids due to $700-a-week childcare. David Littleproud breaks down One Nation’s surge in the polls and the push to strip "edu babble" from our schools in favour of real-world life skills. Truckie Tuesday: Rod Hannifey and Mike "The Oz Trucker" Williams hold nothing back. They tackle logbook loopholes, double demerits, and out-of-touch industry bureaucrats. ❤️ Cheers to⁠ GME⁠ for making this episode of Truckie Tuesday Possible 🚚 Outfit your rig with the very best, Australian-made, communication technology ⁠here ⁠ --- 👕 GET YOUR BONAFIDE MERCH ⁠HERE ⁠ --- Have Your Say on The Bonafide Podcast! ☎️ Call the Bonafide Hotline - (02) 9128 9311 - to leave a voicemail 😎 Follow Luke on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠ &⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ 🎥 Subscribe to us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠ to stay updated with LIVE SHOWS! 👊 ⁠⁠LEAVE US A DIGITAL VOICEMAIL HERE⁠⁠ 📧 lukebonaradioguy@gmail.com

    2h 1m
  2. Truckie Tuesday: Do Not Overtake Moving Vehicle In Heavy Fog... Obviously

    3d ago

    Truckie Tuesday: Do Not Overtake Moving Vehicle In Heavy Fog... Obviously

    ❤️ Cheers to⁠ GME⁠ for making this episode of Truckie Tuesday Possible 🚚 Outfit your rig with the very best, Australian-made, communication technology ⁠here ⁠ --- 👕 GET YOUR BONAFIDE MERCH ⁠HERE ⁠ --- Have Your Say on The Bonafide Podcast! ☎️ Call the Bonafide Hotline - (02) 9128 9311 - to leave a voicemail 😎 Follow Luke on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠ &⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ 🎥 Subscribe to us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠ to stay updated with LIVE SHOWS! 👊 ⁠⁠LEAVE US A DIGITAL VOICEMAIL HERE⁠⁠ 📧 lukebonaradioguy@gmail.com

    45 min
  3. Is Your Flybuys Card Spying on You? Cybersecurity Expert Troy Hunt Reveals All

    6d ago

    Is Your Flybuys Card Spying on You? Cybersecurity Expert Troy Hunt Reveals All

    Are you trading your deeply personal data for a cheap frying pan? In this massive episode of the Bonafide Podcast, Luke Bona serves up a fast-paced show packed with distinct segments ranging from hard-hitting news to late-night laughs. Leading the charge, global cybersecurity master Troy Hunt (creator of Have I Been Pwned) joins the studio for an eye-opening feature segment on the reality of modern digital tracking. The Privacy Illusion: Troy Hunt dives into the algorithmic value of your shopping habits and hits us with the truth on whether our smartphones are surreptitiously listening to our conversations. The Core of Male Rage: Psychotherapist Geoffrey Price unpack why men explode over minor issues like "breadcrumbs on the counter," introducing a game-changing relationship roadmap for communication and vulnerability. The ABC & Grace Tame Controversy: Luke chats with the Shadow Minister for Communications about the taxpayer-funded broadcaster's charter, statutory obligations, and recent high-profile activist hirings. The Man Cave: The crew hits the microphones to dissect driverless Ubers heading to Sydney, Australia's plummeting fertility rate, a bizarre DIY vasectomy listener story, and a hilarious, nostalgic trip back to the psychedelic 1970s kids' TV shows that defied explanation Join The Bonafide Family 🫶 Get Your Bonafide Merch ⁠⁠⁠HERE ⁠⁠⁠Follow Me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Catch Up On⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Subscribe to us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to stay updated with LIVE SHOWS!⁠LEAVE US A DIGITAL VOICEMAIL HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠Contact Want to be a guest or suggest a topic? Reach out at: lukebonaradioguy@gmail.comCall the Bonafide Hotline - (02) 9128 9311 - to leave a voicemail

    2h 17m
  4. Why the "Enhanced" Steroid Olympics Flopped

    Jun 1

    Why the "Enhanced" Steroid Olympics Flopped

    On this episode of the Bonafide podcast, serious ground is covered, from the spectacular failure of the much-hyped, drug-fuelled "Enhanced Games" to the latest updates in some of Australia's most notorious true crime cases. It is an action-packed episode full of heart, controversy, and a few wild surprises. Here is what is on the docket for Episode 112: The Enhanced Games Disaster: Dr. Philip Norriw breaks down the medical dangers of the "Steroid Olympics," the ethics of doping, and why the heavily-funded Vegas event ultimately failed to produce superhumans. True Crime Updates: Crime reporter Adam Shand discusses the relief of Lauren Huxley's family as her attacker is denied parole. Plus, lawyer James Glisson explains how the Erin Patterson "mushroom murder" appeal will actually work behind closed doors. Hard Yakka Gets Funded: Bob Davis returns with emotional news about his highly successful youth boot camp finally securing government funding to fight juvenile crime. Truckie Tuesday: Rod Hannifey dials in from Mount Isa with a jaw-dropping family story involving abductions, a Russian boyfriend, and leaving school at 15. Plus, a look at Australia's most dangerous highways and broken culverts. News & Nonsense: Why millennials are turning to One Nation , PSG fans rioting after a win , the return of full-strength stadium beer, and Luke's perfect driving record getting ruined in a school zone. Cheers to⁠⁠ GME⁠⁠ for making this episode of Truckie Tuesday Possible ❤️ Outfit your rig with the very best, Australian-made, communication technology ⁠⁠here ⁠⁠ GET FREE DELIVERY ON YOUR NEXT PESTROL ORDER WITH THE CODE 'BONA' Head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠pestrol.com.au⁠⁠⁠⁠ Australia's best in DIY pest controlRodent Free Max⁠⁠⁠Join The Bonafide Family 🫶 Get Your Bonafide Merch ⁠⁠HERE ⁠⁠Follow Me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Catch Up On⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Subscribe to us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to stay updated with LIVE SHOWS!LEAVE US A DIGITAL VOICEMAIL HERE⁠⁠⁠Contact Want to be a guest or suggest a topic? Reach out at: lukebonaradioguy@gmail.comCall the Bonafide Hotline - (02) 9128 9311 - to leave a voicemail

    2h 30m
  5. Truckie Tuesday: Surviving Road Trauma and the Unseen Toll of the Job (Aired 26 May)

    Jun 1

    Truckie Tuesday: Surviving Road Trauma and the Unseen Toll of the Job (Aired 26 May)

    In this heavy but important episode of Truckie Tuesday, Luke and Rod tackle the unseen realities and severe physical tolls of life on the road. Episode Highlights: The Unseen Toll: Chris opens up about his battle with trauma-induced hyper-vigilance and severe heart complications after enduring horrific, unavoidable accidents on the job. Industry Updates: A breakdown of the Federal Budget, including the Greens' push to incentivise trucking apprenticeships , and a look at the controversial new HVNL fatigue reforms taking effect on August 1st. Tales from the Nullarbor: Rod shares the dangers of navigating blinding fog and advocates for desperately needed westbound rest areas. Note: This episode discusses themes of severe mental distress and road trauma. If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out to Lifeline at 13 11 14 ⁠⁠--- ❤️ Cheers to⁠ GME⁠ for making this episode of Truckie Tuesday Possible 🚚 Outfit your rig with the very best, Australian-made, communication technology ⁠here ⁠ --- 👕 GET YOUR BONAFIDE MERCH ⁠HERE ⁠ --- Have Your Say on The Bonafide Podcast! ☎️ Call the Bonafide Hotline - (02) 9128 9311 - to leave a voicemail 😎 Follow Luke on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠ &⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ 🎥 Subscribe to us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠ to stay updated with LIVE SHOWS! 👊 ⁠⁠LEAVE US A DIGITAL VOICEMAIL HERE⁠⁠ 📧 lukebonaradioguy@gmail.com

    39 min
  6. A 90% System Failure Rate, Trump's 'Fight House' & The Battle Against MND

    May 28

    A 90% System Failure Rate, Trump's 'Fight House' & The Battle Against MND

    Is the justice system designed to fail our kids and protect criminals? This week, we expose the shocking 90% failure rate in juvenile justice and the legal loophole letting them walk free with James Glassan. Plus, Donald Trump builds a million-dollar UFC octagon on the White House lawn, and we tackle the heartbreaking reality of Motor Neurone Disease (MND). Buckle up—this one covers it all. Inside This Episode: The 90% Failure Rate: Ex-cop and defense lawyer James Glisson breaks down the doli incapax law and why the juvenile justice system is churning out repeat offenders instead of rehabilitating them. The White House UFC Arena: Sky News Bureau Chief Jonathan Kearsley reports live from Washington D.C. on Trump's bizarre $1M-a-seat birthday spectacle. The Fight Against MND: MND Australia CEO Clare Sullivan shares an urgent and moving update on the battle against Motor Neurone Disease following the passing of AFL legend Neil Daniher. The Man Cave: Adam McDonald returns for a trip down "Romper Room" memory lane and a gruesome true story of a DIY leg amputation in Queenslnd. Cheers to⁠⁠⁠ GME⁠⁠⁠ for making this episode of Truckie Tuesday Possible ❤️ Outfit your rig with the very best, Australian-made, communication technology ⁠⁠⁠here ⁠⁠⁠ GET FREE DELIVERY ON YOUR NEXT PESTROL ORDER WITH THE CODE 'BONA' Head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠pestrol.com.au⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Australia's best in DIY pest control⁠Rodent Free Max⁠⁠⁠⁠Join The Bonafide Family 🫶 Get Your Bonafide Merch ⁠⁠⁠HERE ⁠⁠⁠Follow Me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Catch Up On⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Subscribe to us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to stay updated with LIVE SHOWS!⁠LEAVE US A DIGITAL VOICEMAIL HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠Contact Want to be a guest or suggest a topic? Reach out at: lukebonaradioguy@gmail.comCall the Bonafide Hotline - (02) 9128 9311 - to leave a voicemail

    2h 27m
  7. Man Cave: Sports Washing & A Packet Of Clubs

    May 26

    Man Cave: Sports Washing & A Packet Of Clubs

    --- 👕 GET YOUR BONAFIDE MERCH ⁠HERE ⁠ --- Have Your Say on The Bonafide Podcast! ☎️ Call the Bonafide Hotline - (02) 9128 9311 - to leave a voicemail 😎 Follow Luke on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠ &⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ 🎥 Subscribe to us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠ to stay updated with LIVE SHOWS! 👊 ⁠⁠LEAVE US A DIGITAL VOICEMAIL HERE⁠⁠ 📧 lukebonaradioguy@gmail.com --- 🍻 Support the VICE CAPTAIN by Following EHVA on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ &⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠, OR ⁠⁠visit ⁠⁠ehva.com.au⁠⁠

    55 min
  8. Enhanced Games Begin, Another Truckie Bites The Dust, & Could Australia Manufacture Cars Again?

    May 25

    Enhanced Games Begin, Another Truckie Bites The Dust, & Could Australia Manufacture Cars Again?

    ⁠⁠--- ❤️ Cheers to⁠ GME⁠ for making this episode of Truckie Tuesday Possible 🚚 Outfit your rig with the very best, Australian-made, communication technology ⁠here ⁠ ---⁠⁠--- GET FREE DELIVERY ON YOUR NEXT PESTROL ORDER WITH THE CODE 'BONA' 👉Head to ⁠⁠⁠pestrol.com.au⁠⁠⁠ Australia's best in DIY pest control 👉⁠⁠⁠ Rodent Free Max⁠⁠ --- 👕 GET YOUR BONAFIDE MERCH ⁠HERE ⁠ --- Have Your Say on The Bonafide Podcast! ☎️ Call the Bonafide Hotline - (02) 9128 9311 - to leave a voicemail 😎 Follow Luke on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠ &⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ 🎥 Subscribe to us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠ to stay updated with LIVE SHOWS! 👊 ⁠⁠LEAVE US A DIGITAL VOICEMAIL HERE⁠⁠ 📧 lukebonaradioguy@gmail.com

    3h 11m
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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
    166
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Luke Bona
  • Show Website
    Bonafide with Luke Bona

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