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Listen to Jason Matthews filling in for Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive weekdays from 3:00pm.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A parliamentary petition advocating for "Castle Law" in Queensland has rapidly gained over 42,000 signatures in less than two weeks. Hinchinbrook MP and Katter's Australian Party deputy leader, Nick Dimento, joined Jason Matthews to discuss how this is a response to frustration from people trying to defend their homes against youth crime. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jason Matthews and the 4BC studio followed up with Thelma, the 84-year-old, after promising to contact the Main Roads department to stop her from being evicted from her home. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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An 84-year-old woman who cares for her autistic son is losing her home as the Mains Road department refuses to renew her lease after 18 years. Thelma told Jason Matthews on 4BC Drive that she has until December 7th, but has nowhere to go and fears they will be living in a tent by Christmas because she can't afford housing on her pension.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A 16-year-old perpetrator received an eight-month prison term despite facing 52 new charges and numerous previous convictions. Lindy Atkinson from Victims First joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Drive to discuss the recent sentencing and the severity and volume of the offenses.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Staggering revelations from the CFMEU in Queensland include millions in unexplained cash, missing property contracts, quadrupled supplier payments, and a secretive $7.7 million inter-branch transfer. Jason Matthews shared his perspective on 4BC Drive, saying, "If a union can secretly shift millions of dollars, lose track of property contracts, and buy up half of Bowen Hills without anyone noticing — what else is happening out there that we haven’t uncovered yet?" See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wildlife experts are warning of a rise in aggressive behaviour from swans at popular Gold Coast spots such as Labrador and Paradise Point. Amy Wregg from Wires Wildlife Rescue joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Drive to discuss how to help and safely avoid swans. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Broncos forward Jack Gosiewski and partner Avalon McRae have decided to bring legendary Sydney chicken restaurant Chargrilled Charlie's to Brisbane. Gosiewski joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Drive to talk about balancing life running a new business, and playing for the Broncos.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Home invasion victim Bec Musgrave shared her thoughts after a sentence was handed down to a youth who pleaded guilty to the invasion in January. Musgrave told Jason Matthews on 4BC Drive: "There was a pre-sentence statement that he was allowed to provide to the magistrate, where he did express some remorse. But whether that's remorse because it sounds good on paper or it's genuine remorse is yet to be seen."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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With the Olympics approaching, short-term rentals and Airbnb's are flooding the Brisbane housing market. Jason Matthews shared his possible solutions surrounding regulating short-term accommodations sharing: "If we don’t start making changes now, the big question won’t be 'Where are you watching the Games?' It’ll be: “Where the hell am I supposed to live?”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This Sunday marks the 40th anniversary of Live Aid, a ground-breaking global concert event held simultaneously in London and Philadelphia to raise money for famine relief in Ethiopia. To commemorate this incredible day, Gavin Wood, the voice of Countdown, joined Jason Matthews to reminisce about Australia's contribution to the Oz for Africa concert in Sydney.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Based on current population trends, the number of people living with dementia could double within the next two decades. Executive Director of Dementia Australia, Dr Kaele Stokes told Jason Matthews on 4BC Drive, "The person is still the person that they've always been. It's just that their way of being able to express themselves might be slightly more scrambled."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A 45-page report commissioned by the CFMEU's administrator revealed a deeply disturbing culture of violence and intimidation within the Queensland branch, particularly impacting women and children. Deputy Premier Jarrod Bleijie told Jason Matthews that the Labour government removed all precautions the Liberal National Party had put in place saying, "They weakened the laws, the industrial relations laws. They allowed the CFMEU back in charge."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Listen to Jason Matthews filling in for Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive weekdays from 3:00pmSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Listen to Jason Matthews filling in for Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive weekdays from 3:00pmSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Infrastructure Australia forecasts that by March next year, there will be a staggering shortage of more than 54,000 skilled trade workers as Queensland gears up for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Jason Matthews called for students to consider career paths outside of university, "It’s time for a reset. We must start encouraging both boys and girls to consider trades not as a second choice, but as a first-class career path." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Forty-five years ago, on July 8th, 1980, rugby was forever changed. Origin Legend Chris 'Choppy' Close joins Jason Matthews on 4BC Drive to discuss the anniversary of the first State of Origin game played at Lang Park, "I had never heard anything like it before in my life. And it actually vibrated through your body as we were running out onto the field." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jason Matthews questions the Crisafulli Government's new $40 million investment in Youth Justice Schools. The schools will not be taking enrolments until 2026, "What about tomorrow night? Or next week?"See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Listen to Jason Matthews filling in for Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive weekdays from 3:00pmSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Listen to Jason Matthews filling in for Gary Hardgrave on 4BC Drive weekdays from 3:00pmSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jason Matthews has slammed acts of hate against any religion after acts of anti-Semitism in Melbourne and Brisbane over the weekend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Listen to 4BC Wide World Of Sports weekdays from 6:00pm [00:00:00] 6:07 pm - Opener and Interview [00:11:12] 6:22 pm - Caller and Interview [00:22:03] 6:36 pm - Interview [00:31:32] 6:50 pm - Readers [00:35:35] 6:58 pm -ReadersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nine News reporter Adam Jackson joined Jason Matthews to discuss the latest out of the Maroons camp.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Listen to 4BC Wide World Of Sports weekdays from 6:00pm [00:00:00] 6:07 pm - Interview [00:12:06] 6:23 pm - Feedback & Readers [00:22:48] 6:37 pm - Interview [00:29:04] 6:47 pm - Tipping [00:34:18] 6:56 pm - Feedback & ReaderSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Listen to 4BC Wide World Of Sports weekdays from 6:00pm [00:00:00] 6:07 pm - Opener [00:10:30] 6:21 pm - Interview [00:22:54] 6:37 pm - Feedback & Audio [00:33:39] 6:52 pm - Feedback [00:36:43] 6:59 pm - Final wordsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Listen to 4BC Wide World Of Sports weekdays from 6:00pm [00:00:00] 6:07 pm - Opener [00:10:57] 6:21 pm - Interview [00:17:24] 6:32 pm - Feedback [00:27:21] 6:45 pm - Interview [00:34:59] 6:57 pm - 4BC Wide World of Sports with PeterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Listen to 4BC Wide World Of Sports weekdays from 6:00pm [00:00:00] 6:07 pm - Opener & Interview [00:15:49] 6:26 pm - Interview [00:23:12] 6:38 pm - Readers [00:30:07] 6:48 pm - Audio & Readers [00:34:48] 6:57 pm - Final wordsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Listen to 4BC Wide World Of Sports weekdays from 6:00pm [00:00:00] 6:07 pm - Opener [00:14:13] 6:25 pm - Interview [00:24:11] 6:38 pm - Interview [00:30:01] 6:48 pm - Interview [00:36:11] 6:58 pm - 4BC Wide World of Sports with PeterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Listen to 4BC Wide World Of Sports weekdays from 6:00pm [00:00:00] 6:07 pm - Opener & Interview [00:15:07] 6:25 pm - Feedback [00:22:33] 6:37 pm - Interview [00:31:10] 6.49pm [00:36:21] 6:58 pm - final wordsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fresh off calling his first ever Origin Mark Levy joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast to discuss Origin Game One which saw the Blues comprehensively win over the Maroons.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It’s been a roller coaster of a week in Canberra, but the Coalition has kissed and made up. Opposition Leader Sussan Ley has revealed her shadow cabinet with some BIG changes, with the likes of Jane Hume, Barnaby Joyce and Michael McCormack all cut from the frontbench. Newly-minted Coalition Leader Sussan Ley told Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast, "It's not about seats at which tables, it's about delivering for the Australian people."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jason Matthews filling in for Peter Fegan on 4BC Breakfast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Listen to 4BC Wide World Of Sports weekdays from 6:00pm [00:00:00] 6:07 pm - Interview [00:12:06] 6:23 pm - Audio [00:21:24] 6:36 pm - Interview [00:30:44] 6:49 pm - Tipping [00:35:21] 6:57 pm - ReadersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Afternoons Live with Tyler Axness welcomes Jason Matthews, BSC Political Science and Osher Livelong Learning Institute, to discuss the world of news and politics. Today we discuss the upcoming book about the end of Joe Biden's life and his legacy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this powerful episode, Kyle Whissel sits down with Jason Matthews, a former NCAA basketball star turned real estate investor, to share his journey from humble beginnings in South Central LA to launching a multimillion-dollar luxury short-term rental business in Florida. Jason's story spans personal transformation, lessons from NBA legends, Wall Street internships, and how showing up led to life-changing opportunities. The episode wraps with practical advice on building wealth through real estate, including his niche strategy of developing FEMA-compliant beach homes. A must-listen for agents looking to scale, pivot, or break into investment real estate. Chapters: 00:00 – Intro: From Boardroom to Podcast 00:55 – Jason's Humble Beginnings in LA 02:08 – Late Start, Big Results: Making the League 04:24 – Thoughts on NIL and Player Empowerment 07:46 – The Power of Alumni & Brand Exposure 11:55 – From College Hoops to NBA Tryouts 17:50 – Jerry West, Magic Johnson, and Life Lessons 24:12 – Leaving the League for Wall Street 31:25 – Luxury Short-Term Rentals in Florida 38:20 – Investing Passively: How Agents Can Get Involved
Listen to 4BC Wide World Of Sports weekdays from 6:00pm [00:00:00] 6:07 pm - 4BC Wide World of Sports with Peter [00:14:35] 6:24 pm - 4BC Wide World of Sports with Peter [00:28:02] 6:41 pm - 4BC Wide World of Sports with Peter [00:37:19] 6:53 pm - 4BC Wide World of Sports with Peter [00:39:28] 6:59 pm - 4BC Wide World of Sports with PeterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Listen to 4BC Wide World Of Sports weekdays from 6:00pm [00:00:00] 6:07 pm - 4BC Wide World of Sports with Peter [00:17:34] 6:27 pm - 4BC Wide World of Sports with Peter [00:26:48] 6:39 pm - 4BC Wide World of Sports with Peter [00:36:15] 6:52 pm - 4BC Wide World of Sports with Peter [00:41:06] 6:58 pm - 4BC Wide World of Sports with PeterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
With the first game of State of Origin five weeks away, team selections are already a hot topic. With Reece Walsh's injury, Kalyn Ponga is expected to take the fullback position, but now the spotlight turns to Tom Dearden and Daly Cherry-Evans. Jonathan Thurston told Jason Matthews on Wide World of Sports, "If Munster and DCE are fit, then I expect Tommy Dearden to be...he could be on the bench, he could certainly be 18th man as well." "Our strongest side at the moment it's, definitely a DCE and Cameron Munster in the halves." "But there's still five weeks to go before that comes around, so a lot can happen in five weeks," JT continued. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Listen to 4BC Wide World Of Sports weekdays from 6:00pm [00:00:00] 6:07 pm - Opener [00:11:31] 6:21 pm - Interview [00:26:22] 6:39 pm - Interview [00:33:29] 6:50 pm - Interview [00:38:59] 6:58 pm - 4BC Wide World of Sports with PeterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
JT joins Jason Matthews on Wide World of Sports for a preview into Round 7 and all the NRL news from around the grounds.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The Brisbane Lions have carried their strong form from 2024 into the 2025 season with wins in the first five rounds. The Lions face the Collingwood Magpies at the Gabba on Thursday night, aiming to keep their winning streak alive. Brisbane Lions and AFL legend Leigh Matthews told Jason Matthews on Wide World of Sports, "I think you'd be confident that when they're on and playing at their best. I think that's the top level in the game at the moment." "They've had an unusual situation where [in] four of the five games, they've been sort of well behind at half time and then really came home hard in the second half." "So that's been a bit of a vulnerability. But certainly they've been coming home strong here," Mr Matthews continued. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Listen to 4BC Wide World Of Sports with Jason Matthews filling in for Peter Psaltis weekdays from 6:00pm [00:00:00] 6:07 pm - Opener [00:16:47] 6:27 pm - Feedback & Audio [00:31:22] 6:44 pm - Feedback & Segment [00:36:36] 6:53 pm - Tipping [00:39:56] 6:59 pm - 4BC Wide World of Sports with PeterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
If you care about the board game industry, then you've been worrying about tariffs. In this episode, Jason Matthews (@jasondcmatthews.bsky.social) talks about what they are, their potential consequences for publishers and hobbyists, and what we can decide to do about it. Keep the Faith campaign: https://www.backerkit.com/call_to_action/ffdefab3-adb6-48aa-8335-797e720c58a1/landing Beyond Solitaire is proudly sponsored by Central Michigan University's Center for Learning Through Games and Simulations, where learning can be both playful and compelling. Check them out here: https://www.cmich.edu/academics/colleges/liberal-arts-social-sciences/centers-institutes/center-for-learning-through-games-and-simulationsCheck out CMU's game offerings here: https://cmichpress.com/shop/Sign up for an online game design class here: https://www.cmich.edu/academics/colleges/liberal-arts-social-sciences/centers-institutes/center-for-learning-through-games-and-simulations/certificate-in-applied-game-designAll episodes of my podcast are available here: https://beyondsolitaire.buzzsprout.com/Beyond Solitaire Merch: https://sirmeeple.com/collections/beyond-solitaireEnjoy my work? Consider supporting me on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/beyondsolitaire or getting me a "coffee" on Ko-fi! https://ko-fi.com/beyondsolitaireContact Me: Email: beyondsolitaire at gmail.comTwitter: @beyondsolitaireInstagram: @beyondsolitaireFacebook: www.facebook.com/beyondsolitaireWebsite: www.beyondsolitaire.net
Special Guest: Financial Advisor-Jason Matthews we talk bankruptcy stagflation,DEI and more!