
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
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 167 | Founded | a year ago |
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Bob Katter pulls absolutely zero punches in this episode of The Bonafide Podcast. Australia's longest-serving federal politician joins Luke Bona to weigh in on the controversial national brumby and shark culls, why he thinks animal activists are acti... more
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 Littl... more
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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.
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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.
Love the podcast guys,Goes on my speaker as i drive my bus routes and passengers often comment how good your content is.❤️
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.
🔥🔥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 🙏🩵🌶️🇦🇺🎩
What a great show. Real talk, not garbage.
Touched on actual issues and loves listener input and getting YOUR opinion.
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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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