The Karl Stefanovic Show

Australia’s fuel crisis is no longer theoretical — it’s here.Flights are at risk. Holidays could be cancelled. Supply chains are already under pressure. And if the situation escalates, everyday Australians will feel it first.In this episode, Karl sits down with billionaire infrastructure operator John Wagner — a man with a proven track record of building what others say is impossible. He built an international airport in Toowoomba in just 19 months and is now leading a $2.5 billion project to turn household waste into aviation fuel.His warning is clear:Australia is dangerously exposed.Wagner explains:Why Australia is effectively on a “war footing” when it comes to fuel securityHow global tensions could disrupt supply overnightWhat happens if jet fuel shortages hit — and which flights get cancelled firstWhy fuel prices could surge toward $4 a litreAnd how his Toowoomba refinery could produce sustainable aviation fuel using everyday waste — fastThis isn’t just about fuel.It’s about national security, economic survival, and whether Australia can stand on its own.Because if we don’t fix this — quickly — the consequences won’t be gradual. They’ll be immediate.Listen now.

Fuel prices are rising. Flights are getting more expensive. And the pressure is building.
Karl speaks to James Paterson on defence and fuel security, and John Wagner, who says he can turn rubbish into jet fuel — if government gets out of the way.And Queenslander creative Sammy Thompson - who is creating viral content to remind everyone of what Australia used to be.
What happens next might impact more than just your next holiday.

Australia is sitting on its own oil — but can’t use it.
In this episode, Queensland Premier David Crisafulli lays out what’s really going on behind the fuel crisis, and why Australia is more exposed than ever.
From new drilling opportunities in regional Queensland to the reality of political red tape, this conversation breaks down how we went from energy independence to relying on global supply chains.• Oil discovery in Queensland’s “liquid gold” basin • Why new technology is unlocking deep reserves • The role of government approvals and delays • How Australia shut down its own refining industry • Why fuel security has become a national risk“We celebrated the destruction of refineries… and handed over our sovereignty.”This is about more than fuel — it’s about control, jobs, and whether Australia can rebuild its own industry.A huge thanks to Revive5 for giving me the energy to continue to workout and stay fit. Use code Karlos for 20% off at https://revive5.com.au/Karlos

How do you judge war in a courtroom — 15 years later?As Ben Roberts-Smith faces serious charges, this episode goes beyond the headlines.Karl sits down with those who’ve been there — on the ground and inside the system — to unpack the reality of combat, the legal process, and the questions Australia now has to confront.A big thanks to Revive5 for their support of the show and for keeping me in the zone to be able to continue to train. To try, go to https://www.revive5.com.au/karl and use the code KARLOS.

Bluey is now one of the biggest shows in the world — a global brand worth billions.
But it didn’t start that way.
In this episode, Karl sits down with creator Joe Brumm to unpack the real story behind Bluey — the pressure, the doubt, and the moments where it nearly didn’t happen.
Joe talks about:
Having no savings and jumping from job to job for years
Spending 20 years trying to get one shot at making something of his own
The fear of failing after being handed a $6M budget
Writing every episode himself — and having nowhere to hide when it didn’t work
Saying “fuck this” and refusing to compromise on what Bluey should be
He also opens up about:
The moment Bluey went from a small Brisbane show to a global phenomenon
Why success doesn’t make the pressure go away
And what it actually feels like to have something you created take on a life of its own.
This isn’t just a success story.
It’s about backing yourself, handling pressure, and what happens when you finally get your shot — and have to deliver.
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