Heartwarming moment 2GB listener receives joyous news on air
A 2GB listener has received some exciting news live on air after her son couldn't reach her the conventional way.
Listener Bradley called into Ben Fordham Live in the hopes that he could reach his mum.
"I just got some really good news and I need to pass a message along to my mother, she won't answer her phone... if that's alright with you guys," he told Fordham.
His interest piqued, the radio presenter asked what the news was.
"My sister's just had a baby and we've been trying to call my mum for about half an hour, 45 minutes, and she won't answer," Bradley replied.
"She's on her way to work and I'm trying to get the message across. Her name's Leanne Egan."
Addressing his mother directly, Bradley added: "If you're listening, your daughter's just had a baby so we need you to get back here and get you to the hospital."
"Awww, mate. The baby's arrived," Fordham, himself a father of three, responded.
Bradley went on to explain that his mum was an avid listener, and was certain she would receive the good news after he called in.
"Leanne Egan, you need to get home," he added.
He told Fordham he was so excited at the new arrival he couldn't wait to let his mum know and pleaded with her to call in.
Soon enough, Leanne rang in and her first words were, "Oh my God. Hello!"
"Hey, finally!" her son replied.
Leanne explained she didn't answer her phone because she was driving to work.
It was a beautiful family moment between mother and son, and one Fordham was delighted to share with listeners.