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Ben Fordham Live on 2GB Breakfast

6,763 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 20 hours ago - ★★★★ - 4 ratings

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 Live: Tuesday August 17th

August 16, 2021 23:19 - 1 hour - 106 MB

Listen to Ben Fordham Live for Tuesday August 17.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Economics Professor pushes back against lockdowns

August 16, 2021 22:28 - 7 minutes - 7.3 MB

An economics professor is arguing the effects of lockdown cannot be ignored as the pandemic rages on. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

'He made Mark Carroll': NRL legend remembers Bob Fulton

August 16, 2021 21:58 - 5 minutes - 5.15 MB

NRL legend Mark Carroll has penned his life story in a new book, featuring a chapter written by rugby league Immortal Bob Fulton. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

'It's pretty distressing': Australian soldiers despair as Afghan interpreters left behind

August 16, 2021 21:28 - 7 minutes - 7.13 MB

Australian soldiers are pleading with the government to help Afghan interpreters as the Taliban takes over the capital. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

UK Report, August 17

August 16, 2021 20:56 - 2 minutes - 2.5 MB

UK correspondent Adam Gilchrist provides an update on the country's response to Afghanistan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

US Report, August 17

August 16, 2021 20:26 - 6 minutes - 5.59 MB

US correspondent Harley Carnes provides an update on President Joe Biden's response to the situation in Afghanistan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gladys Berejiklian's vaccination admission slammed as 'ridiculous'

August 16, 2021 20:16 - 5 minutes - 4.82 MB

Gladys Berejiklian says if cases remain high, restrictions will be in force even when the state reaches 80 per cent double-vaxxed. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Fordham Highlights: Monday, August 16th

August 16, 2021 00:10 - 1 hour - 57.8 MB

Listen to the highlights from Ben Fordham Live for Monday, August 16th. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Fordham Live: Monday August 16th

August 15, 2021 23:17 - 1 hour - 109 MB

Listen to Ben Fordham Live for Monday August 16.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Broadcaster Ernie Sigley dead at age 82

August 15, 2021 22:54 - 3 minutes - 3.42 MB

Entertainment reporter Peter Ford pays tribute to TV and radio star Ernie Sigley. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott Morrison slams 'selfish' anti-vaxxers sabotaging vaccine rollout

August 15, 2021 22:46 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MB

The Prime Minister has labelled anti-vaxxers as "selfish" amid reports they are hindering the COVID-19 vaccine rollout. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Fordham slams WHO following revelations of 'cosy' relationship with China

August 15, 2021 22:31 - 4 minutes - 4.41 MB

Ben Fordham has slammed the WHO's Director-General over his relationship with China. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Taliban moves into Kabul as Afghan president flees the country

August 15, 2021 21:57 - 5 minutes - 4.87 MB

The Taliban have taken control of the Presidential Palace in Kabul after US troops were pulled out of Afghanistan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

UK Professor admits 'very difficult' to see alternative to NSW lockdown

August 15, 2021 21:27 - 7 minutes - 7.11 MB

A UK medical expert says Australia can start moving away from counting COVID case numbers once the 80 per cent vaccination threshold is met. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

UK Report, August 16

August 15, 2021 20:51 - 2 minutes - 2.55 MB

UK correspondent Adam Gilchrist provides a news update. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

US Report, August 16

August 15, 2021 20:25 - 3 minutes - 3.23 MB

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Small Business Minister says business payment approvals ramping up

August 15, 2021 20:20 - 5 minutes - 5.27 MB

The NSW Small Business Minister is confident the approval process for business support payments is speeding up as thousands are left waiting. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Fordham Highlights: Friday, August 13th

August 13, 2021 00:43 - 57 minutes - 53.1 MB

Listen to the highlights from Ben Fordham Live for Friday, August 13th. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

'From Wuhan to Walgett': Farmer reacts to COVID going bush

August 12, 2021 23:07 - 4 minutes - 4.09 MB

More than seven thousand extra doses of COVID vaccines are due to arrive in the town of Walgett today. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Fordham Live: Friday August 13th

August 12, 2021 23:05 - 1 hour - 108 MB

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Gardeners want same jab rules as tradies for a return to work

August 12, 2021 22:24 - 3 minutes - 2.99 MB

Gardeners in Sydney's hotspots LGAs are calling for certainty as they're still unable to get back to work. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

'Relax and wait': Peter V'landys to release COVID vaccine policy for players

August 12, 2021 22:09 - 6 minutes - 5.96 MB

NRL clubs are calling on ARLC Chairman Peter V'landys to provide clear guidelines on COVID-19 vaccinations. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Fordham slams QLD's 'cruel' decision after baby died in magpie attack

August 12, 2021 21:59 - 2 minutes - 1.98 MB

Ben Fordham has slammed the decision to prevent relatives of the baby girl who died as a result of a swooping magpie to attend her funeral. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BACKFLIP | Religious knives allowed in NSW public schools once again

August 12, 2021 21:30 - 4 minutes - 3.8 MB

The NSW government has backflipped on a decision to ban religious knives from schools. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

19yo son of man who sparked Byron Bay's lockdown charged

August 12, 2021 21:17 - 3 minutes - 2.94 MB

The son of the Sydney man who sparked Byron Bay's lockdown has now been charged for breaching the public health orders. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

UK Report, August 13

August 12, 2021 21:12 - 3 minutes - 2.79 MB

UK correspondent Adam Gilchrist provides a news update.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

US Report, August 13

August 12, 2021 20:24 - 3 minutes - 3.05 MB

US correspondent Harley Carnes gives an update on the latest news. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doonside to light candles in honor of 16-year-old allegedly bashed to death

August 12, 2021 20:17 - 4 minutes - 3.77 MB

A candlelit vigil will be held in honour of a 16-year-old who died in an alleged bashing at Doonside. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Fordham Highlights: Thursday, August 12th

August 12, 2021 00:30 - 1 hour - 56.6 MB

Listen to the highlights from Ben Fordham Live for Thursday, August 12th. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Fordham Live: Thursday August 12th

August 11, 2021 23:18 - 1 hour - 110 MB

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Rent relief on the way for small businesses in NSW

August 11, 2021 23:01 - 39 seconds - 650 KB

Ben Fordham has revealed the NSW Government will today announce a new small business package targeting rent relief. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australians urged to remain on the lookout for cancer symptoms

August 11, 2021 22:28 - 4 minutes - 3.95 MB

Australians are being encouraged not to ignore any cancer symptoms during a lockdown. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Olympic medallist reacts to PETA's calls for a ban on horses

August 11, 2021 21:56 - 4 minutes - 4.4 MB

Animal welfare group PETA is calling for horses to be banned from Olympic events. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Premier refuses to admit mistakes in handling of Sydney lockdown

August 11, 2021 21:39 - 14 minutes - 13.3 MB

The NSW Premier is refusing to admit to mistakes made early on in the COVID outbreak. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

UK Report, August 12

August 11, 2021 20:52 - 2 minutes - 1.95 MB

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US Report, August 12

August 11, 2021 20:33 - 2 minutes - 2.5 MB

US correspondent Harley Carnes shares the latest news. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Taxpayers pay the bill: ABC journalist settles defamation claim with Andrew Laming

August 11, 2021 20:20 - 3 minutes - 2.86 MB

High-profile ABC reporter Louise Milligan has agreed to pay Andrew Laming damages over an allegedly defamatory tweet. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Fordham Highlights: Wednesday, August 11th

August 11, 2021 00:36 - 1 hour - 59.5 MB

Listen to the highlights from Ben Fordham Live for Wednesday, August 11th. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Fordham Live: Wednesday August 11th

August 10, 2021 23:21 - 2 hours - 110 MB

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Coach Dean Boxall sets the record straight on viral Olympic celebration

August 10, 2021 22:48 - 9 minutes - 8.95 MB

Australian Swimming Team Coach Dean Boxall has opened up on the moment he was caught celebrating at the Olympics. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Robin Williams' son shares memories of his father seven years on from his death

August 10, 2021 22:05 - 8 minutes - 8.16 MB

Robin Williams' son has shared memories of his father, seven years on from his death. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

George Christensen wants lockdown guarantee 'signed in blood'

August 10, 2021 21:34 - 7 minutes - 7.03 MB

Nationals MP George Christensen is standing by his call for an end to lockdowns. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Fordham accuses Premier of running 'protection racket' for Brad Hazzard

August 10, 2021 21:19 - 3 minutes - 3.22 MB

Ben Fordham is doubling down on his calls for the NSW Health Minister to step down. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

UK Report, August 11

August 10, 2021 20:57 - 2 minutes - 2.66 MB

Listen to Adam Gilchrist’s UK report. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Workers angry with Australia Post’s slow response after positive COVID case

August 10, 2021 20:52 - 2 minutes - 2.13 MB

NSW Health has launched an investigation into its own advice after a worker tested positive to COVID-19 at an Australia Post facility. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

US Report, August 11

August 10, 2021 20:24 - 2 minutes - 2.63 MB

US correspondent Harley Carnes gives a news update. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

'Zero cases is ridiculous': Dr Ross Walker's solution to Sydney's COVID outbreak

August 10, 2021 20:17 - 5 minutes - 4.82 MB

Healthy Living host Dr Ross Walker is calling on the government to utilise localised lockdowns when COVID outbreaks emerge. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Fordham Highlights: Tuesday, August 10th

August 10, 2021 02:00 - 1 hour - 65.6 MB

Listen to the highlights from Ben Fordham Live for Tuesday, August 10th. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Fordham Live: Tuesday August 10th

August 09, 2021 23:19 - 1 hour - 108 MB

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AOC President pleased Australian team avoided catching COVID-19

August 09, 2021 22:52 - 5 minutes - 5.05 MB

The Australian Olympic team are returning to Australia with not one recorded case of COVID-19. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.