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Ben Fordham Live on 2GB Breakfast

Radio 2GB
Australia
Sydney
Anthony Albanese
One Nation
Capital Gains Tax
New South Wales
Negative Gearing
Sydney, Australia
Karl Stefanovic
National Disability Insurance Scheme
Angus Taylor
Islamic State
Liberal Party Of Australia
2GB
Labor Party
Migration
Alice Springs, Australia
Bondi Beach
New South Wales Police
Medicinal Cannabis

Ben Fordham is a Walkley award winning journalist who hosts 2GB’s breakfast show every weekday from 5:30am-9am.

A daily highlights show and best segments from his program are uploaded right here.

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Ben Fordham
Host of 2GB Breakfast and in-studio segments; daily morning anchor with a focus on politics, national affairs, and community stories.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • 2GB at 6am is blessed.

    Ben is the man who is up, awake and mentally and ready for it at 6am. Dang! What a show : )

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Paul-Carney
    Australia4 months ago
  • Love it

    Occasionally listened to Ben, now I’m in 100%!!

    Love it. Everyday listen to the podcast whilst I’m working. So informative and seamless

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Arnie 😁
    Australia4 months ago
  • New Listener

    Recently came across this podcast and have enjoyed going back over the past few weeks highlights. Will be listening regularly from WA. Cheers Ben

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Trevz22
    Australia5 months ago
  • The best

    Thanks for all your hard work in providing us with such great unbiased content

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WiseOwll
    Australia7 months ago
  • BS

    I’m embarrassed to be a Aussie

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Grutzj
    Australia7 months ago

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Ad volume and audio quality are frequent mentions in feedback, with mixed sentiment on how promos are integrated.

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Q: What action should Chris Bowen take now regarding Kean and this trip?
Bowen should address the conflict by either removing Kean from the Climate Change Authority or from his private role, demonstrating accountability and ethical governance for the public.
'He should resign' - Matt Kean under fire over taxpayer funded trip ✈️
Q: You think you should resign from one of these roles?
Yes, there is a clear conflict of interest between Matt Kean's two roles, and Chris Bowen must decide today on how to resolve it to demonstrate good governance.
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Q: Can you share more details about your father's current health status?
Margaret confirms ongoing severe injuries including a brain bleed, with additional facial injuries, and says the hospital stay will be lengthy.
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Q: What's your take on leadership stability after Susan Lee's removal and the party's polling changes?
Leadership changes created a perception of instability, but the opposition argues that a consistent plan and team can restore trust and improve outcomes over time.

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A fast-paced, early-morning current affairs show blending hard-news, politics, economics, and human-interest segments with live interviews and audience call-ins. Across recent episodes, topics range from national security and governance to budget policy, housing, and consumer-facing campaigns, often anchored by timely political accountability and real-world impact stories. Notable strengths include high-profile live interviews, a steady stream of expert guests, and a knack for threading policy details with relatable, community-focused angles. The format tends to mix serious analysis with lighter pieces and sponsor or promotion segments, making it valuable for listeners who want both policy insight and practical implications for daily life. more

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