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3AW Breakfast with Ross and Russel

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Melbourne
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Victoria
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Sydney
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Ross Stevenson and Russel Howcroft keep Melbourne informed and entertained with their razor sharp wit and humour every morning on 3AW Breakfast, 5.30am-8.30am.The daily podcast and best segments from their program are uploaded right here.

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Jack Hahn
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Episode: 3AW Breakfast with Ross Stevenson & Russel Howcroft - Wed 6th May, 2026 - Highlights
Professor Rainer McIntyre
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Michael Schneider
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Hosts

Ross Stevenson
Host of 3AW Breakfast
Russel Howcroft
Co-host of 3AW Breakfast

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 359 ratings
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    Missing Friday Shows

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Peter from Brunswick
    Australia2 months ago
  • Great entertainment

    Can u pls advise if u still have the podcast or page detailing your Copenhagen highlights especially the bike ride company you used? Many thanks and keep up the good work. 😘

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nitbit2
    Australia9 months ago
  • Still the best breakfast in Melbourne

    Interesting guests, topics, rumour file, sports and humour from Ross and Russel. I gave the new 774 breakfast show a go (Bob Murphy and Charnelle Vella) but came quickly back to 3AW.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nyonkin
    Australiaa year ago
  • Irritating Russel

    He seems to be unable to ask a question without starting with the word ‘So’ ! Boring 🤢

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Patrik668808
    Australiaa year ago
  • Listen daily

    Bit too sport focused. Endless discussion and constant random references to AFL footy players and teams that are totally meaningless to most who don’t follow sport.

    Ross has a habit of cutting off interesting guests to offer up his own mediocre anecdote that we’ve all heard a thousand times before. Maybe don’t invite them on if you are not going to listen to them.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Scoobi_doo2
    Australia2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the mix of humor and serious news, noting it as an enjoyable start to the day.
Occasional complaints about ads disrupt the flow, but many acknowledge the entertaining discussions.
Some find the sports focus too overwhelming, especially those not interested in AFL.
The chemistry between the hosts is frequently praised, though there are comments about Russel's vocal habits being distracting.
Overall, the program is recognized as maintaining high standards of quality and engagement.

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3AW Breakfast with Ross Stevenson & Russel Howcroft - Wed 6th May, 2026 - Highlights
Q: Should you be paying guests who charge EVs at your house?
Polls show about 94% say no, but a minority would charge guests for EV charging; the hosts discuss practical costs and suggest context-dependent arrangements depending on battery size and electricity usage.
3AW Breakfast with Ross Stevenson & Russel Howcroft - Wed 6th May, 2026 - Highlights
Q: What is hantavirus and how frightened are you of it?
Professor Rainer McIntyre explains hantavirus as a virus carried mainly by rats, with several strains causing varying illness; the Americas strain can cause severe pneumonia, while the Asian strain affects the kidneys, and current cases on a cruise ship are being monitored but not seen as a rapid airborne threat.
3AW Breakfast with Ross Stevenson & Russel Howcroft - Fri 1st May, 2026 - Highlights
Q: How can people reduce premiums without dropping insurance entirely?
Consider adjusting coverage by market vs agreed value, increasing excess, or choosing to insure a lower agreed amount to reduce premiums while maintaining coverage.
3AW Breakfast with Ross Stevenson & Russel Howcroft - Fri 1st May, 2026 - Highlights
Q: Natalie, what does a heart age higher than your actual age imply for risk?
It suggests you have at least one risk factor outside the healthy range, and you should prioritize heart health, monitor numbers, and discuss with a GP to manage risk.
How a lawyer would approach sacked Melbourne CEO Paul Guerra's situation
Q: How would you approach Paul Guerra's sacking from a legal perspective?
Focus on the termination provisions in the contract, the possibility of no-cause dismissal, and the need for the exiting party to mitigate losses if there is a fixed-term arrangement, while recognizing that reputational considerations may influence how the exit is presented.

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The focus is on timely news and entertaining perspectives that engage listeners each morning. Topics range from local Melbourne issues, such as public safety and community stories, to broader discussions about sports, pop culture, and societal concerns, presented with humor and wit. The chemistry between the hosts adds a unique flavor to the content, drawing listeners in with light-hearted banter while still addressing serious matters, making it a well-rounded start to the day.

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2. Sir David Attenborough
3. Peter Banks
4. Alison Reeve
5. Jack Hahn
6. Madeline Burke
7. Professor Rainer McIntyre
8. Michael Schneider

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