3AW Breakfast with Ross and Russel

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Ross Stevenson and Russel Howcroft keep Melbourne informed and entertained with their razor sharp wit and humour every morning on 3AW Breakfast, 5.30am-8.30am. The daily podcast and best segments from their program are uploaded right here.

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Why Jon Anderson thinks Sandpapergate is a ‘storm that’s going to get bigger and bigger’
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Today at 9:02 PM

Sports guru Jon Anderson joined Ross Stevenson and Russel Howcroft to talk about all things sport.

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The question Jon Anderson has regarding Cameron Bruce’s appointment
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Today at 9:01 PM

Sports guru Jon Anderson joined Ross Stevenson and Russel Howcroft to talk about all things sport.

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Investigation launched over Nvidia CEO's relationship with alleged Chinese spy
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Today at 8:35 PM

Strategic Analysis Australia Director Michael Schoebridge joined Ross Stevenson and Russel Howcroft to discuss a recent investigation launched into the chief executive of Nvidia regarding a relationship he had with an alleged Chinese spy.

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The ‘really sad’ situation frontline retail workers face every day
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Today at 7:49 PM

Bunnings Managing Director Michael Schneider joined Ross Stevenson and Russel Howcroft to discuss the issue of community safety facing hundreds of thousands of Victorians working in those roles and the communities around them.

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Jon Anderson fires up about the latest comments regarding ‘Sandpapergate’
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Today at 7:39 PM

Sports guru Jon Anderson joined Ross Stevenson and Russel Howcroft to talk about all things sport.

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Making Memorable Ads in a World of AI.
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Today at 7:00 PM

Welcome back! In today’s episode, we explore how brands are increasingly turning to AI in advertising and whether it helps or hurts their identity. We look at brand tracking metrics to see if AI-generated ads actually build distinctiveness and lasting consumer awareness. Later, we dive into the power of celebrity: is stepping away from star-studded campaigns a smart strategic pivot, or a costly mistake? 

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Doctors now able to prescribe ‘spending time in nature’ alongside regular care advice
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Today at 3:02 AM

RACGP Vice President and GP Dr Michael Clements joined Ross Stevenson and Russel Howcroft to discuss the endorsement of new guidelines for prescribing nature from the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners.

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From The Summary Podcast - Why Is Endometriosis Still So Misunderstood?
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Today at 2:09 AM

From The Summary Podcast - Affecting roughly one in seven women and girls, endometriosis remains one of the most widespread yet historically underfunded and misunderstood medical conditions in the world. Now, Australia is taking a major step forward as the world-first Ainsworth Endometriosis Research Institute names its inaugural director to fast-track answers.

On this episode of The Summary, host Josh Bryant explores why critical questions around diagnosis and treatment persist and how systemic bias continues to shape modern medicine. Inaugural Chair and Director Professor Kate Lawrenson explains what a dedicated research facility means for uncovering the root c...


Peter Ford comments on 'increasingly dark' story involving Meghan Markle's father
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Today at 12:42 AM

The entertainment reporter spoke about the latest news involving the Duchess of Sussex's father.

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3AW Breakfast in 30 minutes - Mon 09 Nov, 2026
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Yesterday at 11:17 PM

All the highlights from 3AW Breakfast with Ross Stevenson and Russel Howcroft

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3AW Breakfast with Ross Stevenson & Russel Howcroft - Mon 09 Nov, 2026
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Yesterday at 11:14 PM

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Peter Ford explains the ‘extraordinary’ situation behind MAFS UK axing
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Yesterday at 10:44 PM

Entertainment reporter Peter Ford joined Ross Stevenson and Russel Howcroft to discuss the latest news in the world of entertainment.

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Why Jon Anderson found the Gallon v Asofa-Solomona boxing match ‘repulsive’
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Yesterday at 10:40 PM

Sports guru Jon Anderson joined Ross Stevenson and Russel Howcroft to talk about all things sport.

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ASIC issues warning about dodgy ads pushing superannuation fund switches
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Yesterday at 10:29 PM

ASIC Commissioner Alan Kirkland joined Ross Stevenson and Russel Howcroft to discuss the risk of dodgy ads or sales calls pushing Australians to change their superannuation funds.

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Why Nick McKenzie thinks Ben Carroll will ‘likely regret’ calling Big Build royal commission
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Yesterday at 9:55 PM

Investigative journalist Nick McKenzie told Ross Stevenson and Russel Howcroft that the inquiry could be the event that seals the election result.

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Jon Anderson’s thoughts on Usman Khawaja’s ‘Sandpapergate’ revelations in new book
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Yesterday at 8:39 PM

Sports guru Jon Anderson joined Ross Stevenson and Russel Howcroft to talk about all things sport.

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'Really tricky': Religious groups urge government to allow suing of tech giants over online hate
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Yesterday at 7:37 PM

Henderson and Ball Lawyers partner Justin Lawrence joined Ross Stevenson and Russel Howcroft to discuss calls from jewish and muslim groups urging the federal government to allow citizens to sue tech giants over failures to police online hate based reace or religion.

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From the Summary Podcast - The Collapse of David Jones
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Last Friday at 1:55 AM

From the Summary Podcast - After 188 years of trading, Australian department store institution David Jones has collapsed into voluntary administration, leaving thousands of workers in limbo and major brands stripping stock from store shelves ahead of the crucial Christmas rush. The sudden crisis has sent shockwaves across the retail landscape, raising urgent questions about whether traditional shopping models can endure in the digital era.

On this episode of The Summary, host Josh Bryant investigates how the historic retailer reached this point and what the fallout means for the future of suburban malls and CBD high streets. Clinton Ma...


Consumer behaviour expert questioned on David Jones' demise
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Last Friday at 12:39 AM

Consumer behaviour expert and founder of People Patterns, Bri Williams, joined Ross and Russ.

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3AW Breakfast in 30 minutes - Fri 06 Nov, 2026
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Last Thursday at 11:05 PM

All the highlights from 3AW Breakfast with Ross Stevenson and Russel Howcroft

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3AW Breakfast with Ross Stevenson & Russel Howcroft - Fri 06 Nov, 2026
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Last Thursday at 11:01 PM

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Why violence in state public hospitals is ‘almost inevitable’
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Last Thursday at 10:31 PM

Senior Melbourne Emergency Physician Dr Stephen Parnis joined Ross Stevenson and Russel Howcroft to discuss an increase in violence against staff at state public hospitals.

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Are sleepovers on the decline? (And why they might be a bad idea)
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Last Thursday at 10:26 PM

Australia’s leading parenting expert Dr Justin Coulson joined Ross Stevenson and Russel Howcroft to discuss a growing trend of parents rejecting sleepovers.

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Jon Anderson questions LIV Golf legacy following impending end
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Last Thursday at 10:23 PM

Sports guru Jon Anderson joined Ross Stevenson and Russel Howcroft to talk all things sport.

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How Ross Stevenson thinks AFLW can become a better product
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Last Thursday at 10:20 PM

Sports guru Jon Anderson joined Ross Stevenson and Russel Howcroft to talk all things sport.

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'No oven, no worries': Navi's new Yarraville sister bar that is just as good
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Last Thursday at 9:56 PM

Kara Monssen joined Ross Stevenson and Russel Howcroft to share her thoughts on Bar Gabi in Yarraville Village.

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OUR WEEKEND TIPS & Ross' BIGGEST earner
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Last Thursday at 2:10 PM

Ross Stevenson and Hamish McLachlan are back with the Multi Listener Multi... SURELY THIS is the week!?
And our tips as the Melbourne Cup Carnival comes to a close.

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3AW Breakfast with Ross Stevenson & Russel Howcroft - Thu 05 Nov, 2026
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Last Wednesday at 11:16 PM

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3AW Breakfast in 30 minutes - Thu 05 Nov, 2026
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Last Wednesday at 11:14 PM

All the highlights from 3AW Breakfast with Ross Stevenson and Russel Howcroft

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Economic professor calls out state government for 'unrealistic' spending
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Last Wednesday at 10:01 PM

ANU Professor of Economics Professor Robert Breunig joined Ross Stevenson and Russel Howcroft to discuss the economic situation Victoria finds itself in.

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The 'very worthy thing' Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are doing in Brussels
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Last Wednesday at 9:47 PM

Entertainment reporter Peter Ford joined Ross Stevenson and Russel Howcroft to discuss Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's upcoming trip to Brussels.

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Jon Anderson slams ‘laughable’ AFL drug policy following Tom Papley investigation
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Last Wednesday at 9:23 PM

Sports guru Jon Anderson joined Ross Stevenson and Russel Howcroft to talk all things sport.

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Retail consultant issues hopeful message for iconic Australian department store
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Last Wednesday at 9:01 PM

Retail Doctor Group chief executive Brian Walker joined Ross Stevenson and Russel Howcroft to discuss the expected downfall of Australian department store David Jones.

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Where Jon Anderson thinks the Melbourne Demons' home base should be
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Last Wednesday at 8:09 PM

Sports guru Jon Anderson joined Ross Stevenson and Russel Howcroft to talk all things sport.

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First ten iconic Australian songs inducted into inaugural National Songbook
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Last Wednesday at 7:29 PM

National Film and Sound Archive chief curator Meagan Loader joined Ross Stevenson and Russel Howcroft to discuss the list and why these songs have made it.

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Hame's run has come to an end... & the JAMIE FOXX blunder
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Last Wednesday at 2:05 PM

Ross Stevenson is FLYING after a Melbourne Cup weekend to remember, while Hamish McLachlan is licking his wounds... and things keep getting worse. PLUS we are about to announce the WORLD CHAMPION of Horse Racing!

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3AW Breakfast in 30 minutes - Wed 04 Nov, 2026
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Last Tuesday at 11:03 PM

All the highlights from 3AW Breakfast with Ross Stevenson and Russel Howcroft

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3AW Breakfast with Ross Stevenson & Russel Howcroft - Wed 04 Nov, 2026
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Last Tuesday at 10:49 PM

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Sly weighs in on mushroom killer Erin Patterson's failed appeal
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Last Tuesday at 10:18 PM

Veteran crime reporter Sly of the Underworld joined Ross Stevenson and Russel Howcroft to discuss the result of convicted mushroom killer Erin Patterson's recent appeal.

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Economics professor slams government 'spendathon' for making RBA's job harder
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Last Tuesday at 10:01 PM

UNSW Business School Professor of Economics Professor Richard Holden joined Ross Stevenson and Russel Howcroft to discuss the increase in interest rates on Tuesday.

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