Best Flawed Business Model Podcasts (2025)

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19 Years of Love: Juicy's Miracle Story 44:57

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For 19 years, Juicy wasn’t just a dog — she was family, a companion through every season, and the heart of countless miracle stories. In this emotional episode of the Beauty Revival Podcast, MB shares Juicy’s incredible journey of healing, resilience, and the love that carried them to the very end. From supernatural answers to prayer that extended …

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Apples Latest, Tech and Cyber Wins and Fails - with Igor Portugal 50:19

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Host Paul Spain is joined by Igor Portugal (Tech Entrepreneur), as they explore the latest tech news in New Zealand and beyond. They discuss the Electric Avenue ticketing debacle, Starboard Maritime's expansion plans, NZ’s Realtime phone outage service, China's surveillance network, the future of Starlink, and Apple's latest product revelations, in…

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The Beauty Revival Blueprint: Master Clients, Retail, and Professionalism 38:53

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In this first episode of the Beauty Revival training series, MB York — veteran spa owner, esthetician, and celebrity makeup artist — shares the lessons she wishes she’d known starting out. Whether you’re a new esthetician, a makeup artist, or dreaming of opening your own spa, this episode will help you avoid costly mistakes and fast-track your succ…

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Navigating Systemic Risk in the Age of Polycrisis 33:21

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Hear from Dr. Ajay Gambhir, Director of Systemic Risk Assessment at ASRA, as we reconsider systemic risk in an increasingly interconnected world. When we think about climate risk, it’s easy to focus on individual threats - rising sea levels, extreme weather events, or biodiversity loss. But in reality, these risks are part of a larger, interconnect…

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Exploring NZ Tech Growth, Darknet Intelligence, and Cybersecurity with Julian Wendt 1:02:30

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Hear from host Paul Spain and Julian Wendt (nWebbed) as they unpack the latest NZ Tech report, revealing the impressive growth of the tech export sector, the launch of Pātea, a new app to address gambling harm, and skepticism over massive tech investment figures from global tech giants. Other news included Amazon’s Project Kuiper satellite internet…

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AWS NZ region opens, Operational Tech Security, Microsoft AI model + more 44:22

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Join host Paul Spain and Joshua Alcock (Fortinet) as they explore the cybersecurity threats facing Operational Technology (OT) environments and the latest insights from Fortinet’s 2025 Industrial Cybersecurity Report. They also delve into some of the latest tech news, including the launch of AWS data centers in New Zealand, Fieldays’ NZ-Brazil Agri…

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Beyond TMZ: Beauty, Blind Items & The Power of Words 28:05

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In this episode of Beauty Revival, MB York proves why words are way more powerful than gossip. Forget “dishing like TMZ” — MB spills a hilarious Hollywood blind item (yep, a true Bridezilla moment 👀), plus some behind-the-scenes stories where her own words either opened crazy doors… or backfired big time. ✨ You’ll hear: A celeb mistreatment story —…

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Tech on the Move: Carpoolin, AI, and Cybersecurity threats 54:32

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Host Paul Spain chats with Saveun Man, founder of Carpoolin, as they discuss the latest tech news, from emergency service capabilities that allow authorities to pinpoint your location, to the growing debate over privacy, data security, and the use of AI in public policy and elections. Paul and Saveun explore device tracking for road user charges, A…

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I Danced With Prince + Brad & George + Zendaya on Dancing with the Stars 27:32

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“I put the promise in words; God handled the impossible.” I spoke heartfelt promises, and God met them with big, surprising doors: Prince: a friend asked me to “manifest” tickets; we got them—and minutes later we were on stage with Prince. Zendaya/DWTS: I promised my daughter she’d meet Zendaya—cut to backstage on DWTS. Beauty Ammo on set: after an…

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From the Archives: Revisiting the Tail Risks from Climate Change 32:49

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In this special episode, revisit this conversation with Prof. Tim Benton, as we remind ourselves of the devastating potential of the tail risks from climate change. Our regular listeners will know that we usually to take a break from the podcast in August. But every once in a while, in this fast-moving field of climate and sustainability, it’s help…

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Building Better Tech: Rod Drury on Xero, Open Banking, and NZ’s Digital Opportunities 52:11

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In this landmark 750th episode of the NZ Tech Podcast, Paul Spain sits down with Xero founder Rod Drury for an inspiring conversation on New Zealand’s tech landscape. Rod dives into his post-Xero projects, the future of digital identity, challenges of globalisation, the nation’s payment infrastructure, and Queenstown’s innovation as a live lab. Exp…

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Miracle Code for Legal Victories (It Works!) 35:33

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Defying all odds—when everyone said it was impossible. In Miracle Code for Legal Victories (It Works!) I share true stories of outcomes flipping under pressure—traffic tickets dismissed, courtroom momentum shifting, a last-minute passport approved—plus the mindset I use when deadlines say “no.” No step-by-step spoilers here, just what changed in th…

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Data Privacy, Biometric Regulations and Telco Competition 1:01:35

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Listen in with host Paul Spain and tech journalist Bill Bennett for a thought-provoking discussion on the government’s proposed road user charges and what data tracking in vehicles really means for privacy and everyday Kiwis. Motorola’s One NZ partnership and new Phone lineup, Privacy Commissioner’s new rules on biometric data, the challenges of cl…

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Beauty, Backlash & Breakthrough: The Birthday Episode 31:17

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In this episode of Beauty Revival, host MB York welcomes new listeners from Kjersti Flaa’s Flaawsome Talk and reflects on the deeper themes sparked by their recent conversation — from aging and authenticity in Hollywood to the unexpected emotional waves that can hit around your birthday. MB shares raw and honest moments, including how she handled n…

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Building VXT - Luke Campbell on Pivoting, Growth, and NZ Startup Success 50:24

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Join host Paul Spain as he chats with Luke Campbell, co-founder and CEO of VXT. Luke shares his journey of founding VXT while still a student at the University of Canterbury. Recently named Young Achiever of the Year at the 2025 NZ Hi-Tech Awards, Luke opens up about the challenges of launching and pivoting a startup, finding the right co-founder, …

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Hollywood Whistleblower: Kjersti Flaa on Truth, Power & Revival 25:37

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🎙️ In this episode of the Beauty Revival Podcast, host MB York welcomes special guest Kjersti Flaa — a bold, trailblazing celebrity reporter known for her fearless interviews and whistleblowing YouTube content. In this candid conversation, MB and Kjersti discuss the backstory behind Kjersti’s own podcast, the controversy surrounding the Blake Livel…

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Resilience and Retreat: What Insurability Tells Us About Climate Risk 31:17

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Hear from Rowan Douglas CBE, CEO of Climate Risk and Resilience at Howden Group, as we explore the vital role of insurance in the climate transition. When we talk about climate resilience, insurance often flies under the radar. But it’s one of the oldest and most powerful tools we have for managing risk: pooling resources, spreading losses, and cru…

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Starlink Outages, Government Apps, and Ethical AI 48:33

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Join host Paul Spain and tech veteran Brett Roberts for a wide-ranging conversation on technology in New Zealand and beyond. From So Sweet using lasers to zap weeds on South Island farms to AI-powered safety systems in manufacturing, Paul and Brett discuss some of the latest innovations improving lives and industries. They also dive into updates ar…

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Biometric Laws, SharePoint Flaws, AI Takeovers and Tech Reviews 1:12:33

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Join host Paul Spain and Eoghan Neligan, co-founder of Gravity. Eoghan discusses Gravity’s role as an applied innovation company, working with big business, impact ventures, and startups. Paul and Eoghan go on to explore the latest tech news including the arrival of Tesla’s Full Self Driving technology in New Zealand, Government invests in new Inst…

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Interview with ABC15 Kaley O'Kelley 46:31

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In this episode of Beauty Revival, the host welcomes her first video guest, Kaley O'Kelley, a six-time Emmy award-winning ABC News anchorwoman. They discuss their long-standing friendship, Kaley's prestigious career, and the significant achievements that led to her winning multiple Emmys. Kaylee shares memorable experiences, including the challengi…

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NZ’s AI Strategy, Crypto ATM Crackdown and Police Cybersecurity Concerns 54:49

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Hear from host Paul Spain and tech journalist Ben Moore as they delve into New Zealand's evolving tech landscape, including the government's ban on crypto ATMs to fight money laundering, the national strategy for AI adoption, and NZ police internet governance. On the global front they explore the latest Robotic surgery success, EU's AI transparency…

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Beauty Revival: Beauty, Business, and Breakthrough With a Mission

MB York, Celebrity Makeup Artist

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The MBA Way

Erik Solbakken, BA, CA, CPA

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NZ Tech Podcast

Paul Spain

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Climate Risk Podcast

GARP

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The Fessup w/ Chyna

Chyna Frazier

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CutToTheChase.fm

Ravi Jayagopal

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Risk and Reels: A Cybersecurity Podcast

Jeffrey Wheatman

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19 Years of Love: Juicy's Miracle Story 44:57

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Apples Latest, Tech and Cyber Wins and Fails - with Igor Portugal 50:19

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The Beauty Revival Blueprint: Master Clients, Retail, and Professionalism 38:53

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Navigating Systemic Risk in the Age of Polycrisis 33:21

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Exploring NZ Tech Growth, Darknet Intelligence, and Cybersecurity with Julian Wendt 1:02:30

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AWS NZ region opens, Operational Tech Security, Microsoft AI model + more 44:22

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Beyond TMZ: Beauty, Blind Items & The Power of Words 28:05

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Tech on the Move: Carpoolin, AI, and Cybersecurity threats 54:32

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I Danced With Prince + Brad & George + Zendaya on Dancing with the Stars 27:32

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From the Archives: Revisiting the Tail Risks from Climate Change 32:49

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Building Better Tech: Rod Drury on Xero, Open Banking, and NZ’s Digital Opportunities 52:11

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Miracle Code for Legal Victories (It Works!) 35:33

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Data Privacy, Biometric Regulations and Telco Competition 1:01:35

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Beauty, Backlash & Breakthrough: The Birthday Episode 31:17

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Building VXT - Luke Campbell on Pivoting, Growth, and NZ Startup Success 50:24

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Hollywood Whistleblower: Kjersti Flaa on Truth, Power & Revival 25:37

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Resilience and Retreat: What Insurability Tells Us About Climate Risk 31:17

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Starlink Outages, Government Apps, and Ethical AI 48:33

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Biometric Laws, SharePoint Flaws, AI Takeovers and Tech Reviews 1:12:33

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Interview with ABC15 Kaley O'Kelley 46:31

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NZ’s AI Strategy, Crypto ATM Crackdown and Police Cybersecurity Concerns 54:49