Bonafide with Luke Bona
Luke BonaBonafide 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
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 157 | Founded | a year ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | News CommentaryNews | |||
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This week, Luke's bringing you one of our most gripping, raw, and hard-hitting episodes yet. Grab a cuppa and strap in.
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The Boomer and the Millennial go head-to-head on the week's hottest topics, and it’s safe to say Luke and Kels do not see eye to eye.
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Really enjoy your podcast. Found it by accident and so glad I did. Listen all the time now. Keep up the good work.
Apple Podcasts5Pungoo
Australia2 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 Podcasts5Adz RAustralia3 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 Podcasts5AngusMalcolmYoungAustralia6 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 Podcasts5westyyourbestieAustralia7 months ago - Genuinely enjoyable.
What a great show. Real talk, not garbage.
Touched on actual issues and loves listener input and getting YOUR opinion.
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Apple Podcasts | #14 | Australia/News/News Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #135 | Australia/News |
Apple Podcasts | #89 |  New Zealand/News/News Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #149 |  Philippines/News/News Commentary |
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What is Bonafide about and what kind of topics does it cover?
A high-energy, conversational show that blends politics, technology, media industry chatter, motor culture, and Australian current events. Regular segments like Truckie Tuesday and The Man Cave anchor a rotating roster of guests and co-hosts, offering practical insights, bold opinions, and behind-the-scenes perspectives from finance, politics, and transport. Episodes frequently mix hard analysis with light banter, pop culture notes, and personal anecdotes, creating a broad, Australia-focused panorama of news, industry trends, and everyday life. Notably, the show leans into audience participation, guest-driven conversations, and topical crossovers (from energy policy to racing memorabilia) that help listeners decide if the content aligns wit... more
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Recent guests on Bonafide include:
1. Rod Hennefy
2. Peter Koori
3. Dick Smith
4. Rob Zamit
5. James Glissan
6. Mark Beretta
7. Michael Joseph Kelly
8. Jonathan (Truckie songs contributor)
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