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 Man Cave, get the raw, unhinged truth you’ve been looking for. No censors. No apologies. Subscribe to join the conversation.
Bonafide with Luke Bona
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4.9(157 reviews)
183 episodes
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Podcast Authority
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Quality94
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YouTube76
Engagement51
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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 Man Cave, get the raw, unhinged truth you’ve been looking for. No censors. No apologies. Subscribe to join the conversation.
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Publishing Since
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Recent Episodes
June 18, 2026
Tim Costello vs. The Gambling Industry, Hanson's Press Club Chaos, & Tony Bonner (Skippy)
Luke Bona interviews Reverend Tim Costello about Australia's gambling epidemic, discussing predatory algorithms and the need for regulation.
June 15, 2026
Why Ashley Klein Should Resign, Drive-By Funerals The New Normal? & The Weirdest Way to Stop Car Thieves
Host Luke Bona interviews Reverend Jim Reynolds and James Ward about gambling scandals, drive-through funerals, and innovative car theft prevention.
June 15, 2026
Truckie Tuesday: Pushing for a Fair Go with Mike 'The Oz Trucker'
Host Luke Bona and guest Mike 'The Oz Trucker' discuss critical issues facing truck drivers, including road hazards, inflexible work hours, and the need for better industry representation.
183 total episodes available with 170 transcripts
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Jim Reynolds
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James Ward
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Mike 'The Oz Trucker'
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Bob Katter
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