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Afternoons with Sofie Formica

Sofie Formica brings Brisbanites local afternoon programming with the latest news and entertainment.

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8:20

RACQ sued over "misleading" insurance premiums

Afternoons with Sofie Formica ·

2025/09/23

ASIC Deputy Chair Sarah Court joined Sofie Formica to talk about the lawsuit against RACQ for allegedly misleading customers with inaccurate price comparisons on over half a million insurance renewal documents. Court explained that RACQ's "last period premium" figures were allegedly inflated, leading customers to believe their premium increase was minimal when in fact it was significantly higher.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-AU

10:30

Expert weighs in on Trump Tylenol claims

Afternoons with Sofie Formica ·

2025/09/23

Obstetrician Dr. Gino Pecoraro joined Sofie Formica to talk about a claim made by the U.S. President that paracetamol use during pregnancy is linked to autism. Dr. Pecoraro strongly refuted the claim, explaining that while some studies show a correlation, there is no evidence of causation, and he reminded women that treating fevers during pregnancy is vital for the baby's health.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-AU

117:20

Full Show: 4BC Afternoons with Sofie Formica,...

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2025/09/22

Listen to 4BC Afternoons with Sofie Formica, weekdays from Midday - 3pm.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-AU

1:54

Sofie Formica on the surprising TV trend she's...

Afternoons with Sofie Formica ·

2025/09/22

New research has revealed interesting data about how people choose to watch TV.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-AU

9:36

Chipping for Charity! Brisbane local aims to break a...

Afternoons with Sofie Formica ·

2025/09/22

Mick McLoughlin is back with another massive challenge, attempting to chip more than 10,392 golf balls into a target in just 24 hours to raise funds for Ronald McDonald House.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-AU

117:28

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2025/09/19

Listen to 4BC Afternoons with Sofie Formica, weekdays from Midday - 3pm. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-AU

12:16

Dementia isn't a death sentence: One man's story of...

Afternoons with Sofie Formica ·

2025/09/19

For Dementia Action Week, Sofie Formica spoke with Les Rostron, who was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia eight years ago. Rostron shared how he managed his condition through an active lifestyle, volunteer work, playing chess, and a newfound passion for reading and writing, highlighting the importance of staying busy and getting an early diagnosis.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-AU

10:19

The Whitlams' Tim Freedman on reimagining classics...

Afternoons with Sofie Formica ·

2025/09/19

The lead singer of The Whitlams, Tim Freedman, joined Sofie Formica to talk about the band's upcoming orchestral tour in Queensland. Freedman discussed the dramatic reimagining of their music with a full orchestra and shares his joy in touring, particularly in regional areas like Toowoomba, which he now prefers to the more demanding lifestyle of his youth.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-AU

117:34

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2025/09/18

Listen to 4BC Afternoons with Sofie Formica, weekdays from Midday - 3pm. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-AU

14:18

From surveillance to sabotage: The threat of...

Afternoons with Sofie Formica ·

2025/09/18

Cybersecurity expert Alastair MacGibbon joined Sofie Formica to warn that Chinese-made electric vehicles pose a significant national security threat to Australia. He argued that these connected cars, much like Huawei's 5G technology, are not only potential surveillance devices but could also be remotely controlled or disabled by the Chinese Communist Party in times of conflict.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-AU

9:32

Jimmy Kimmel cancelled after jokes about Trump

Afternoons with Sofie Formica ·

2025/09/18

Nine's US correspondent Jonathan Kearsley joined Sofie Formica to talk about late-night host Jimmy Kimmel's recent cancellation by his network. Kearsley explained that the decision came after Kimmel's jokes about Donald Trump's reaction to the Charlie Kirk assassination and has sparked a major debate about cancel culture and free speech.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-AU

117:33

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2025/09/17

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en-AU

12:04

Over 400 builder licenses cancelled: What it means...

Afternoons with Sofie Formica ·

2025/09/17

New Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC) Commissioner, Angelo Lambrinos, joined Sofie Formica to talk about the challenges facing the building sector. Lambrinos addressed the cancellation of hundreds of builder licenses, noting that while the number is a small percentage of all licensees, the QBCC is focused on protecting consumers and has launched a "Home Owner Hub" to help people make informed decisions and avoid common pitfalls.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

en-AU

18:54

Sofie's 100 Days of Walking: Special guest Trevor...

Afternoons with Sofie Formica ·

2025/09/17

Sofie Formica is joined by rugby league legend Trevor "The Axe" Gillmeister to talk about staying active in his post-playing career and the origin of his famous nickname. The two also discussed the evolution of rugby league, the current finals season, and the importance of taking ownership of one's health as one ages.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-AU

117:32

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Afternoons with Sofie Formica ·

2025/09/16

Listen to 4BC Afternoons with Sofie Formica, weekdays from Midday - 3pm. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-AU

6:24

Dementia expert: Don't let a diagnosis stop your life

Afternoons with Sofie Formica ·

2025/09/16

Dr. Debra Graves joined Sofie Formica to discuss her book, To Dementia With Love, and shares practical advice for caring for a loved one with dementia. Dr. Graves emphasised the importance of personalised care, encouraging carers to continue familiar activities like travel and attending concerts, while also addressing the stigma and lifestyle changes associated with the disease.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-AU

5:11

The climate debate: Are we missing the point?

Afternoons with Sofie Formica ·

2025/09/16

Sofie Formica shared that while some climate predictions may not be perfectly accurate, questioning the entire field of climate science is a dangerous oversimplification. She stated that the core principles of climate change are not in dispute and that the recent National Climate Assessment should be viewed as a call to action, not a reason for political division.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-AU

115:59

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2025/09/15

Listen to 4BC Afternoons with Sofie Formica, weekdays from Midday - 3pm. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-AU

10:21

New recycling facility paving the way to solving...

Afternoons with Sofie Formica ·

2025/09/15

A new recycling facility in northern NSW is paving the way foreveryday soft plastics to be turned into new products right here in Australia. CEO of iQRenew, Danny Gallagher, joined Sofie Formica on 4BC Afternoons to discuss how it works.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-AU

117:14

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Afternoons with Sofie Formica ·

2025/09/12

Listen to 4BC Afternoons with Sofie Formica, weekdays from Midday - 3pm. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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