Jon Faine

Jon Faine's Biography

Jon Faine is well known as the articulate and challenging host of his own current affairs radio programme on 774 Melbourne. His background is extensive and varied and includes being admitted as a Barrister and Solicitor (Supreme Court Victoria). He went on to practise law and subsequently moved in to the media, hosting a range of radio programmes.
Whether it be politics, law, arts or sport, Jon Faine investigates the issues and stories affecting Melbourne now with energy and vigour all without taking life too seriously.
Jon Faine is joined by a regular co-host on and special guests and, for a leisurely hour, on 774 ABC listeners are treated to a 'round the dinner table' style discussion that, like any animated conversation amongst friends, can and does lead anywhere.
From 11am, Jon is heard across the state with The Conversation Hour - a celebration of the richness of life that so distinguishes Victoria; its culture, its sport, and its people.
Jon Faine is joined by a regular co-host and special guests and, for a leisurely hour, listeners are treated to a 'round the dinner table' style discussion that, like any animated conversation amongst friends, can and does lead anywhere.
With a professional background in law, Jon Faine entered radio broadcasting in 1989 to produce and present Radio National's Law Report. He then presented 3LO's morning and afternoon programs and worked on ABC TV's Investigators, First Edition and Wise UP. He has also been a scriptwriter for a number of TV and feature films.
Jon Faine also acts as a consultant to a range of high profile organisations. Jon's outstanding communication skills make him in constant demand from the corporate sector as an MC, forum leader or hypothetical facilitator. He is meticulously prepared and in every way a quality corporate presenter.