Test your trivia smarts against 4BC Drive with Let’s Get Quizzical! Listen in as callers tackle ten fast-paced questions and high-stakes pressure to see who will be the last caller standing to win the prize.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
As copper theft plunges major South East Queensland motorways into darkness and costs taxpayers tens of millions, the state government is threatening thieves with up to 25 years behind bars. Criminologist Associate Professor Nadine Connell explained why these tough new laws won't deter desperate offenders and revealed the simple reason police rarely catch them.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Janet, an 80-year-old Mango Hill local, called 4BC after waiting nearly two hours for an ambulance while experiencing severe chest pain. She opened up about her fears of becoming another tragic statistic and questioned whether emergency rooms are hiding real wait times.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
From the Summary Podcast - Swarms of Bogong moths have descended on Australia’s East Coast in numbers not seen for years, prompting questions about their endangered status and the health of local ecosystems. Host Josh Bryant examines the factors behind this unexpected migration boom and what it means for native wildlife. Dr. Marissa Parrott, Senior Conservation Biologist at Zoos Victoria, breaks down why a single boom year does not mean the species is saved, while highlighting the positive knock-on effects for native animals like the Mountain Pygmy-possum. Later, Marnie Ogg, founder of the Australasian Dark Sky Alliance, explains how household and commercial light pollution disrupts nocturnal wildlife and shares practical tips for reducing light output to protect native species and save energy. Tap the follow button in your podcast app to get the latest episode from The Summary. The Summary, a podcast that keeps you connected to what matters, and why.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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