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3AW Breakfast with Ross and Russel

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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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Recent Guests

Jason Heffernan
Chief Officer at the Country Fire Authority
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Episode: Ross Stevenson & Russel Howcroft Highlights, February 17th, 2026
Andrew Marish
Owner and founder of the Victorian Miniature Railway
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Professor Michael Woodward
Head of Dementia Research and Senior Clinician, Memory Clinic at the Austin Health in Melbourne
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Episode: Ross Stevenson & Russel Howcroft Highlights, February 13th, 2026
Innes Willox
CEO at the Australian Industry Group
Australian Industry Group
Episode: The reaction to the collapse of popular Australian outdoor living retailer
James Van Der Beek
Actor best known for his role in Dawson's Creek
Episode: Ross Stevenson & Russel Howcroft Highlights, February 12th, 2026
Mike Pearce
Consultant, potential analyst on military and international relations
Episode: Ross Stevenson & Russel Howcroft Highlights, February 12th, 2026
Michael Shoebridge
Director of Strategic Analysis Australia
Strategic Analysis Australia
Episode: Why a bakery assistant has been accused of being a Chinese spy
Justin Coulson
Australia's leading parenting expert
Episode: The unfortunate social trend that is putting a 'tremendous strain' on parents
Eef Hogervorst
Professor at Loughborough University
Loughborough University
Episode: The surprising food linked to lower dementia risk

Hosts

Ross Stevenson
Host known for razor sharp wit and humor, co-hosting breakfast segments while engaging in light-hearted banter and serious discussions.
Russel Howcroft
Co-host known for humor and entertaining discussions, while engaging in various light-hearted and serious topics relevant to the audience.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 357 ratings
  • 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
    Australia7 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
    Australia9 months ago
  • Irritating Russel

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

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Patrik668808
    Australia10 months 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
    Australiaa year ago
  • What’s So Funny?

    Why does Howcroft laugh at Stevenson’s comments about every ten seconds?

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Carnapyz
    United Statesa year ago

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Some audiences express a desire for less emphasis on sports-related content, indicating a range of interests beyond this scope.
There are mixed feelings about the dynamic between the hosts, with some praising their banter while others find it distracting.
Listeners appreciate the combination of humor and serious discussions on current affairs.

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#71
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Ross Stevenson & Russel Howcroft Highlights, February 13th, 2026
Q: Why does saying 2.5 tonne make you so much more manly than someone saying 2.5 tonnes?
It's a playful commentary on language and perception, discussing how the phrasing can affect perception.
Ross Stevenson & Russel Howcroft Highlights, February 13th, 2026
Q: Is learning a language efficacious in preventing cognitive decline because it's difficult?
Yes, it stimulates the brain and increases brain cells, providing better protection against Alzheimer's.
What Wayne Gatt is urging the government to think long-term about
Q: Hey Wayne, how's the pipeline with regard to attracting new recruits?
We are struggling and need both sides of government to prioritize filling the vacancies in policing before the next state election.
What Wayne Gatt is urging the government to think long-term about
Q: So Wayne, does that mean that Victorian Police Association is against the legislation around mandatory two days a week from home?
No, the association is not against the legislation, but emphasizes the need for considerations for essential workers who cannot work from home.
Ross Stevenson & Russel Howcroft Highlights, February 16th, 2026
Q: Hey Wayne, how's the pipeline with regard to attracting new recruits?
We're struggling. We need both sides of government to focus on filling the 1,545 vacancies in policing.

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2. Andrew Marish
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7. Michael Shoebridge
8. Justin Coulson

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