Best Mike Brown Voice Over Talent Podcasts (2025)

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Mike's Minute: Some more woke-enforced nonsense reversed 2:01

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In a move you could have seen coming from the moment it was first announced, or if you couldn’t see it coming you hoped it would come, Auckland University has decided its Waipapa Taumata Rau course will now be optional instead of compulsory. For a generation who have been appallingly let down over the Covid period by Government and education decisi…

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Cassie Henderson: Kiwi Singer on her new music, her journey in the music industry 12:37

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One of our brightest musical talents is making waves across the ditch, just in time for some new music to drop. Cassie Henderson arrived on our screens in 2014, competing on X-Factor at 14 years old, and making it all the way to the quarterfinals. She stepped away from music for a while, before returning to the industry in 2023, quitting her job to…

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Full Show Podcast: 30 September 2025 1:30:11

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 30th of September, the Government is changing the earthquake-prone building system in a common sense move for this country that will free up billions. We also have new data on our health targets and they are going, slowly, in the right direction – Health Minister Simeon Brown unpacks the r…

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Sharon Zollner: ANZ Chief Economist on the report on the Reserve Bank's handling of Covid inflation 5:42

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The Reserve Bank's conceded earlier or more aggressive OCR hikes may have reduced inflation sooner. It's been reviewing its response to the recent three-year period of high inflation. Chief Economist Paul Conway says the central bank was also required to maintain maximum sustainable employment. It had limited data and less accurate forecasts due to…

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Scott Weenink: NZ Cricket CEO on the potential of a New Zealand team joining the Big Bash league 2:49

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Could a New Zealand-based team join the Big Bash T20 cricket competition? NZC governing body chief executive Scott Weenink says they are investigating whether joining the Australian league is viable. Cricket Australia is mulling over expansion options – Singapore, New Zealand, and Canberra have been deemed candidates. Weenink told Mike Hosking they…

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Philip Gregan: NZ Winegrowers CEO on the 2025 Annual Report and the state of the industry 3:38

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It appears other countries are still thirsty for our wine. The New Zealand Winegrowers 2025 Annual Report states exports are sitting at more than $2 billion per annum, fuelling investment in 42-thousand hectares of vineyards. The US remains the major export market despite a 3% drop at $762 million, and newer Asian markets are doing well. NZ Winegro…

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Andrea Conlan: Police Chief Operating Officer on the scrapped crime prevention initiatives for the 2025 Budget 2:50

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Police scrapped millions of dollars from crime prevention to meet the Government's savings expectations ahead of this years' budget. The cuts were found in funding to burglary prevention programmes. Documents show Treasury had warned funding cuts could lead to higher cost and more crime in the longer term. But Police chief operating officer Andrea …

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Simeon Brown: Health Minister on health targets improving in the last quarter 6:34

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The Health Minister acknowledges more work's needed to ensure the Government's targets are met in every region. Data shows there's been improvements around cancer treatment access, childhood immunisation rates, ED stays, and wait times. But regional averages paint a different picture, with Counties Manukau and Auckland going backwards in ED wait ti…

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Chris Penk: Building Minister on the changes to the earthquake-prone building system 2:26

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The Building and Construction Minister says new earthquake building rules are more nuanced. Changes to the rules will remove Auckland, Northland, and the Chatham Islands from the regime. Coastal Otago, including Dunedin, will be classified as a medium seismic hazard area, and will remain within the earthquake-prone building system Building Minister…

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Full Show Podcast: 29 September 2025 1:29:58

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Friday the 26th of September, the Corrections Association speak on almost running out of money already due to growing prisoner numbers. The Prime Minister joins for his regular Monday chat to talk the Palestine call and power reform coming this week. Andrew Saville and Jason Pine cover off the All…

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Mike's Minute: NZ's Palestine call was logical and sensible 2:00

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If you watched Winston Peters speech in New York late Saturday morning you can see why he did so well last week in the Herald's boardroom feedback. For the bloke who has been the epitome of aggro and grumpiness, in his better moments he is as good a foreign minister as this country has ever had. Politically, the announcement and its build-up got dr…

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Commentary Box: Andrew Saville and Jason Pine review the All Blacks win over the Wallabies, Snoop Dogg at the AFL finals, and the latest updates from the Silver Ferns saga 11:18

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Jason Pine and Andrew Saville join Mike Hosking this morning to discuss the weekend's sports. On the table today: The AFL semi finals draw 100,000 fans to each game. Liam Lawson finished 5th in Baku to secure his best ever finish in F1. And what should the Black Ferns take away from their defeat in the Rugy World Cup semi finals? LISTEN ABOVE See o…

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Christopher Luxon: PM explains government's stance on Palestinian recognition 9:41

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The Prime Minister says Winston Peters has articulated New Zealand's position on Gaza well. Over the weekend the Foreign Minister announced that New Zealand would NOT recognise Palestinian statehood, yet. Chris Luxon says Hamas is the de facto government and a designated terrorist organisation in New Zealand. He told Mike Hosking that New Zealand's…

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Mark Lister: Investment director for Craigs Investment Partners explains why the NZ dollar is suffering against the Australian dollar 4:52

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The Kiwi dollar continues to weaken against the Australian dollar, hitting a three-year low last week. The NZD is currently trading at 88 cents off the back of soft GDP growth and rate cuts, and concerns are raising as China's economic rebound could widen the gap further. Investment director for Craigs investment partners Mark Lister told Mike Hosk…

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Linda Gradstein: CBS News correspondent in Jerusalem discusses knock-on effects from Palestinian recognition 3:45

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The government has decided against recognising a Palestinian state. Foreign minister Winston Peters argues that the move would be counter-productive, but he retains the "when, not if" stance. CBS News correspondent in Jerusalem Linda Gradstein told Mike Hosking that Israelis are worried about a 'diplomatic front turning against Israel.' She said th…

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Amanda Malu: Education New Zealand Chief Executive says international student numbers are recovering 2:41

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International students are loving their time in New Zealand, as new data shows a steady recovery in enrolments. The 2025 International Student Experience Survey shows the number of students enrolled in domestic institutes, has increased 16% to almost 64,000 since 2024. It found 87% of students gave a positive rating of their overall experience. Edu…

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Floyd du Plessis: Corrections Association President says prisons are short staffed and underfunded 2:54

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The argument over our Corrections Minister's looking through rose tinted glasses continues, as the organisation begins to run out of new money. A $98million boost in this year's Budget was expected to last until June, when the population was projected to hit 10,800 - but that milestone is already nearly met. Despite this, Corrections Minister Mark …

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Mike's Minute: More bluster, or real change for the electricity sector? 2:08

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We are apparently going to hear about major electricity sector reform from the Minister this coming week. The final touches are being sorted. Simon Watts calls them fundamental. He refers to the last time it was this major as being in the 90's. So are they going to split the gentailers? The Government's history would suggest no. They have been talk…

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Mark the Week: Kimmel won the moral ground on free speech 2:16

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At the end of each week, Mike Hosking takes you through the big-ticket items and lets you know what he makes of it all. Donald Trump: 2/10 Possibly his worst and easily his maddest week yet. Tylenol, the war, Jimmy Kimmel, James Comey, the visas, the escalator, and the teleprompter. Unhinged doesn't even come close. Jimmy Kimmel: 7/10 Won the moral…

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Mike's Minute: What a shocking week for Donald Trump 2:17

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Donald Trump has had as bad a week as any he's had. The difference that made it stand out was that he looks increasingly unhinged. It was not the UN speech. That was classic Trump – a lot of made-up stuff and grandiose pomposity. It sort of wasn’t the visas, given at its core it's also classic Trump. They want Americans hired, not immigrants, which…

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Richard Arnold: US Correspondent gives an update on the ICE shooting in Texas 5:11

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There’s a belief a shooter in Dallas, Texas, was motivated by violent ideology and divisive rhetoric. One detainee is dead and two more are critically injured after a rooftop sniper fired indiscriminately at the Immigration and Customs Enforcement Facility, also known as ICE yesterday. The gunman later died from a self-inflicted gunshot. Dallas ICE…

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Wrapping the Week with Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson: All Blacks, the cost of a holiday, streaming subscriptions 10:56

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Friday has come which means it’s time for Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson to Wrap the Week with Mike Hosking. They discussed Mike’s interview with Scott Roberson, whether or not Producer Sam should hit confirm on his holiday booking in Asia, and whether it's time to cancel your streaming subscriptions. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for priv…

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Full Show Podcast: 26 September 2025 1:30:07

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Friday 26th of September, we've got new, encouraging court figures to show the backlog is steadily depleting. Scott 'Razor' Robertson details his plan to beat the table-topping Aussies in the first Bledisloe Cup test this weekend at Eden Park. Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson Wrap the Week and discuss…

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Kate Scott: Horticulture NZ CEO on the call for tertiary education reform to match food and fibre sector demands 4:39

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The Food and Fibre sector claims the education system is letting it down. Leaders from farming, forestry, horticulture, and seafood have joined forces to launch a Food and Fibre Workforce Capability Strategy. They’re pushing for tertiary education reform —with an employer-led, work-based learning model— to match real industry demands. Horticulture …

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Scott Robertson: All Blacks coach ahead of the Bledisloe Cup test against Australia 8:27

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The All Blacks are returning to Eden Park to defend their record. Coming off the back of the worst-ever defeat just 12 days ago against South Africa, they're set to host the Wallabies in the Bledisloe Cup opener on Saturday. There are six changes to the side, with Ardie Savea taking over the captaincy from an injured Scott Barrett. Coach Scott Robe…

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Peter McBride: Fonterra Chair on the company's net profit rising by 13% 3:51

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Our largest company has been seeing profits surge, despite a period of contraction in the economy as a whole. Fonterra's confirmed a 13% rise in annual operating profit. Its final farmgate milk payout to farmers has reached a new record high of $10.16 and its cash return to shareholders is up 30.6%. Fonterra Chair Peter McBride told Mike Hosking we…

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Nicole McKee: Associate Justice Minister on the number of active civil cases dropping by 20% 3:15

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The Government says its changes to the court system are making a real difference. It has released figures showing civil cases in the District Court have dropped 20% in the year to July to over 10,200. The Disputes Tribunal cleared 900 more cases over the same period. Associate Justice Minister Nicole McKee told Mike Hosking there are fewer cases co…

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Mike's Minute: We hope Anna Breman is a rockstar 2:02

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The Reserve Bank Governor appointment is not to be underestimated. We have never had a foreigner. Well, we have (the first was British) but that was in 1934 and that’s the sort of thing you would have expected given colonialism. Obviously, the fact she is female should not be a thing. I think we have seen plenty of examples that essentially woman c…

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Ryan Fox: Kiwi golfer on his year so far, the 2025 Chasing the Fox competition 7:48

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Ryan Fox has had an excellent run this year. He’s back in New Zealand off the back of a season that includes two PGA Tour wins and a Guinness World Record. The end of the year also brings with it the return of the increasingly popular ‘Chasing the Fox’ event, which is now into his fourth year. Despite his major success this year, not much has chang…

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Chantelle Cole: NZ Game Development Sector Rebate Programme Director on jobs, revenue being on the rise 4:27

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Gaming continues its upward trajectory. New stats show that in Wellington alone, jobs in the sector grew 12.8% over the last year. New Zealand now brings in $170 million more in revenue than Australia does. NZ Game Development Sector Rebate Programme Director Chantelle Cole told Mike Hosking the $170 million figure is just from the rebate recipient…

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Steve Devine: Former All Black on the world's first portable brain scanner for detecting concussions 3:02

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Former All Black Steve Devine is hailing the launch of a new portable brain scanner that's set to revolutionise concussion diagnosis for rugby players in New Zealand. The Nurocheck headset will be able to detect head injuries in just two minutes without the need for baseline testing. Devine has suffered a number of head knocks in his playing career…

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Full Show Podcast: 25 September 2025 1:30:01

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Thursday 25th of September, a Swedish economist delves into the credentials of our incoming Reserve Bank Governor. Pharmac is funding new medicines who should help our patients and hospitals – David Seymour discusses. Kiwi golfer Ryan Fox is in studio to reflect on the year and talk about the upco…

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Maurice Williamson: Auckland City Councillor on the vote to adopt a new housing development plan 2:48

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Auckland Council is moving to allocate up to two million new homes in the coming decades. The council's Policy and Planning Committee voted 18-5 to pass the plan, which will see more housing near transport hubs and less in natural hazard zones. Councillor Maurice Williamson has compared it as a choice between a firing squad and lethal injection. He…

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David Seymour: Deputy Prime Minister on Pharmac's savings to increase medicine access and New Zealand's stance on Palestine 8:22

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David Seymour believes a refresh of Pharmac's operations is benefiting New Zealanders. Its latest funding proposal includes five new medicines for breast cancer, multiple sclerosis, eye conditions, and lung cancer. The Associate Health Minister says a board and leadership change has worked well, and the next step is ensuring strong budget bids. Sey…

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Callum McNeill: Detective Inspector on the massive cannabis busts in Operation Beryl 3:24

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Police say recent cannabis busts show how widely cultivated the drug is. Over the course of a month Operation Beryl busted 120 properties across Auckland, seizing 11-thousand illicit plants, estimated to be worth more than $58 million. More than ten tonnes of cannabis from Vietnamese organised crime groups have been destroyed. Detective Inspector C…

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Selva Baziki: Swedish economist on the appointment of Anna Breman as Reserve Bank Governor 3:51

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Our next Reserve Bank Governor is being commended for her track record in Sweden. Dr Anna Breman —the First Deputy-Governor of Sweden’s central bank— will lead our central bank from December. Swedish economist Selva Baziki says the Swedish economy is similar to New Zealand's. And she told Mike Hosking Breman and her colleagues successfully reined i…

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Mike's Minute: Here's how to help the economy through jobs 2:21

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Here's some things we can do to help the economy through jobs. Firstly, compulsory arbitration. I'm sick and tired of teachers and nurses and doctors striking. The current strike this week by doctors, they claim, has been a result of more than a year of negotiation. Surely at some point —and Health NZ have finally pulled the trigger— it becomes app…

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Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on Secret Service dismantling a potential telecommunications threat in New York 3:52

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The US Secret Service has dismantled a massive network of electronic devices that could have been used to disable New York City’s cellphone network, officials say. Investigators found devices in vacant properties within 55km of the UN General Assembly meeting that’s taking place in Manhattan this week. US Correspondent Richard Arnold told Mike Hosk…

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Pollies: National's Mark Mitchell and Labour's Ginny Andersen talk Palestine, Mood of the Boardroom, residency pathways for skilled migrants 12:07

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It’s been a busy start to the week, and Mark Mitchell and Ginny Andersen are back with Mike Hosking to delve into the political happenings so far. The Government has announced two new residency pathways for skilled migrants, which Winston Peters has raised concerns about. Is he right to be concerned? The Herald’s annual Mood of the Boardroom survey…

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Full Show Podcast: 24 September 2025 1:29:57

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 24th of September, the promised Holiday Act changes have been announced. Who knew you accrued sick leave whilst on ACC or even if you only work an hour a week? The annual Mood of the Boardroom survey has been released and a majority of the Government has not been rated favourably – Nicol…

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Neil Paviour-Smith: Forsyth Barr Managing Director on the results of the Mood of the Boardroom survey 5:07

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Business leaders aren’t sugarcoating their messages for the Government. The Herald's annual Mood of the Boardroom survey shows business leaders are less optimistic about the economy than they were a year ago. Only a third of respondents back the Government's current growth agenda. Forsyth Barr Managing Director Neil Paviour-Smith told Mike Hosking …

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Ange Brady: NZ Pickleball Association Chair on this weekend's NZ Pickleball Open 3:31

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Pickleball is taking the world by storm. Originating in the United States, it’s now one of the fastest growing sports globally – the biggest growth being among 18-35 year olds. The NZ Pickleball Open is taking place this weekend, with 443 players registered for the event. NZ Pickleball Association Chair Ange Brady told Mike Hosking the growth is su…

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Erica Stanford: Immigration and Education Minister on the residency pathway for skilled migrants, missing the PPTA conference 7:27

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There's a belief there's more that needs to be done to smooth immigration processes in New Zealand. The Government's revealed two new pathways for skilled migrants to secure Kiwi residency. One is for skilled work experience and another for trades and technicians. Immigration Minister Erica Stanford told Mike Hosking there's a lot more announcement…

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Nicola Willis: Finance Minister on the Mood of the Boardroom survey 7:14

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Nicola Willis admits the economy isn't where the Government would like it to be. The Herald's annual Mood of the Boardroom survey shows business leaders are less optimistic about the economy than they were a year ago. Only a third of respondents back the Government's current growth agenda. The Finance Minister told Mike Hosking they're hearing the …

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Brad Jacobs: Coffee Club Director on the changes to the 2003 Holidays Act 2:38

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There are still grey areas in the Government's proposed leave legislation. The Government's announced a new system to replace the 2003 Holidays Act. Coffee Club Director Brad Jacobs told Mike Hosking while some parts still need clarity, the proposal appears to solve many issues. He says as long as he's been in New Zealand, the Act has caused proble…

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Mike's Minute: The Salvation Army's claims about kids and food 2:20

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The Salvation Army says more than a quarter of kids are struggling for food. They talk of food security. According to the 'Sallies' it's bad and it's getting worse. Are they telling us over a quarter of kids, 27% of kids to be precise, can't get food? The definition they use is the United Nations one: "people having access to safe and nutritious fo…

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Catherine Field: France Correspondent on France formally recognising Palestine as a state 5:33

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France has formally recognised the state of Palestine, joining the likes of the UK, Canada, and Australia. President Emanuel Macron has made the announcement at the UN General Assembly, where the US and Israel are absent. France Correspondent Catherine Field told Mike Hosking that they know this won’t change much, but it could eventually be part of…

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Harper Finn: Kiwi musician on living in New York, his upcoming album 'Silo Park' 11:12

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An update from another of New Zealand’s talented musicians – Harper Finn. Finn is finally releasing his debut album, ‘Silo Park’ coming out at the end of next month. The album is a journey through change, isolation, and discovery, set against the dual backdrops of his homes in New Zealand and New York, recorded in the Woodstock region upstate. He m…

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Full Show Podcast: 23 September 2025 1:30:08

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Tuesday the 23rd of September, the money tree from the Government continues to provide, this time for school infrastructure. Genesis Energy has struck a deal to provide more coal for Huntly to keep the lights on. Kiwi singer Harper Finn is in for a chat and to give us an exclusive sneak peak of hi…

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Malcolm Johns: Genesis Energy CEO on the partnership with BT Mining to supply coal to Huntly Power Station 6:41

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There’s an expectation coal will become more popular as gas supply diminishes. Genesis Energy's signed a two-year agreement with BT Mining to supply 240 thousand tonnes of local coal to Huntly Power Station amidst electricity shortages. It's expected to boost the local economy and reduce reliance on Indonesian exports. CEO Malcolm Johns told Mike H…