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Bonafide with Luke Bona

Luke Bona
Australia
Road Safety
Truck Driving
Mental Health
Trucking Industry
Donald Trump
Housing Affordability
Australian Politics
David Littleproud
Anzac Day
Juvenile Crime
Nature Bee
Truck Drivers
Inflation
Australian Flag
Employment Issues
Wounded Heroes
Social Media
One Nation
Truck Industry

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 M... more

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The Royal Commission into antisemitism is underway, and this week Alex Ryvchin, Co-CEO of the Executive Council of Australian Jewry, takes Luke through what it's uncovering, the history behind October 7 and the Second Intifada, and a confrontation he... more

Joel Nancarrow from Hunter Shark Jaw Restoration gives his two cents on whether we're really safe from sharks, Ben Downie gives us the latest on the disastrous wildfires spreading throughout France, and David Shoebridge gives us the inside scoop on t... more

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This week on Truckie Tuesday, lawyer Belinda Hughes officially, sitting down with Luke Bona and Rod Hannifey to unpack a big regulatory shift landing on 1 August: the Heavy Vehicle National Law's new "unfit to drive" duty, what it actually covers, an... more

NSW has already handed out $400 million in fines from mobile-phone and seatbelt cameras — and the state is now looking at fully AI-assisted enforcement. Drive.com.au's James Ward joins Luke to break down the real false-positive rates, a driver who ha... more

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Recent Guests

Joel Nancarrow
Australian fisherman and founder of Hunter Shark Jaw Restoration
Hunter Shark Jaw Restoration
Episode: Why No Beach Is Safe This Summer & The Question Albo Couldn't Answer, Answered
Josh Nancarrow
Shark expert, Hunter Shark Jaw Restoration collaborator
Hunter Shark Jaw Restoration
Episode: Why No Beach Is Safe This Summer & The Question Albo Couldn't Answer, Answered
Tracy Tully
Educator and ex-school principal
Outspoken educator featured on the podcast
Episode: $400M In AI Traffic Camera Fines - Plus Tracy Tully Part 2, & Chopper Read In Casino?
Bronwyn Bishop
Former Speaker of the Australian House of Representatives
Australian Parliament
Episode: A Prison Ozempic Scandal, and Bronwyn Bishop On Australia's First Political Prisoner
Ian Love
Performance driving coach and author
Ian Love | Motivation and Coaching
Episode: A Prison Ozempic Scandal, and Bronwyn Bishop On Australia's First Political Prisoner
Tracey Tully
Educator and whistleblower with extensive remote-area teaching experience
Australian education system
Episode: Tracey Tully on School Safety, Remembering Sam Neill, and Nick McKim on Supermarket Surveillance
Nick McKim
Senator from Tasmania, advocate on competition and consumer issues
Tasmanian Parliament
Episode: Tracey Tully on School Safety, Remembering Sam Neill, and Nick McKim on Supermarket Surveillance
Adrian Tyson
Founder/CEO of Neuronext.AI Robotics, robotics entrepreneur
Neuronext.AI Robotics
Episode: Tracey Tully on School Safety, Remembering Sam Neill, and Nick McKim on Supermarket Surveillance
Craig Willis
Producer who helped Derryn Hinch on 3AW and has known Hinch for decades
3AW (Melbourne talk radio)
Episode: Derryn Hinch Spent 12 Days in Jail Rather Than Stay Silent

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Luke Bona
Host of The Bonafide Podcast; driving voice of the show

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 355 ratings
  • Enjoyable

    Really enjoy your podcast. Found it by accident and so glad I did. Listen all the time now. Keep up the good work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pungoo
    Australia4 months ago
  • Great listening

    Love the podcast guys,Goes on my speaker as i drive my bus routes and passengers often comment how good your content is.❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Adz R
    Australia6 months ago
  • THE BOSS IS BACK 👍

    Welcome back sir! 🫡 🇦🇺 I only just discovered this podcast. Felt like a little bit of Australia was lost when nightshift ended. Now feel like a little balance and peace has been restored in the world ✅ Thankyou.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AngusMalcolmYoung
    Australia8 months ago
  • KELSEY IS THE BOSS

    🔥🔥THIS SHOW IS GOING TO GO FROM STRENGTH TO STRENGTH 💯🔥🔥Luke is a master at talking to people and letting them have there say 🙏

    He is a conversationist if that’s a word 😄and Kelsey keeps him in check 😄😄Luv ya both 🙏🩵🌶️🇦🇺🎩

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    westyyourbestie
    Australia10 months ago
  • Genuinely enjoyable.

    What a great show. Real talk, not garbage.

    Touched on actual issues and loves listener input and getting YOUR opinion.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BRETT B00N
    Australiaa year ago

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Many enjoy the Truckie Tuesday segments and strong host chemistry.
Listeners praise the blunt, relatable delivery and practical insights.
Fans appreciate the mix of policy talk with everyday life anecdotes.
Positive feedback on guest variety and engaging conversations.

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#93
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Talking Points

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A Prison Ozempic Scandal, and Bronwyn Bishop On Australia's First Political Prisoner
Q: What is Bronwyn Bishop's view on Pauline Hanson and immigration policy?
She emphasizes the complexity of immigration policy, notes past conservative missteps, and discusses Hanson's persistent stance on immigration while highlighting the need for secular, rules-based approaches.
Tobacco Wars, Nuclear Power & a Colonel's Warning on National Security
Q: What is Australia's policy on nuclear power according to the Coalition?
The coalition argues for nuclear energy as a key part of the future energy mix, emphasizing small modular reactors, nuclear submarines, and reduced reliance on wind/solar due to reliability and cost concerns, while critiquing renewables policy as misaligned and insufficient for industrial needs.
Remembering Derryn Hinch, Robbie Katter on the $60B Olympics, & Bogus Backlash
Q: What was Derryn Hinch known for in Australian media?
He was a pioneering journalist who shifted from print to radio and television, famous for hard-edged storytelling, editorializing, and taking on powerful institutions, which earned him the moniker 'the human headline.'
Dr Karl On The Electric Car Fire Myth, Plus Iran, UK Politics and Truckie Tuesday
Q: What is thorium and how does it fit into nuclear energy?
Dr. Karl explains that thorium itself is not fissile and cannot sustain a chain reaction like uranium-235, but thorium can be used to breed uranium-233, which can go bang; the discussion covers the practical and economic challenges of thorium reactors and the comparison to uranium-based and renewables-based energy strategies.
No, You Don't Have Free Speech & Defence Tech w/ Steve Baxter & James Glissan
Q: What's the takeaway from the Farrer by-election result in terms of national policy priorities?
Littleproud suggests the result signals Australians are hurting and seeking change, with implications for immigration policy, housing, and energy reform; not a simple protest vote but a call for plausible policy actions.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bonafide

What is Bonafide about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A no-nonsense, conversation-driven show that blends politics, economics, transport, and culture with a distinctly Australian lens. Episodes mix policy discussion, budget and housing debates, industry panels, and road-tested insights from the trucking world, all delivered with a rapid-fire, unfiltered style. Regular segments like Truckie Tuesday and Man Cave keep the tone brash and personable, while guests range from politicians and journalists to industry experts. It's probably especially appealing to listeners who enjoy blunt takes, practical industry knowledge, and a strong sense of national identity. A standout aspect is the show's willingness to weave serious policy context with personal anecdotes, humor, and listener input, making macr... more

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Recent guests on Bonafide include:

1. Joel Nancarrow
2. Josh Nancarrow
3. Tracy Tully
4. Bronwyn Bishop
5. Ian Love
6. Tracey Tully
7. Nick McKim
8. Adrian Tyson

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