Best Ncea Podcasts (2026)

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Hooton, Renney, Halbert, Tukaki | KiwiSaver, Luxon Rumours & Māori Drug Testing | Bradbury Group 1:03:13

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Dr *Matthew Hooton* joins host Martyn Bradbury and the panel — *Craig Renney, Shanan Halbert, and Matthew Tukaki* — to tear into National’s “killing season,” KiwiSaver changes, and roadside drug testing. Plus: War on News (Winston’s Regulatory Standards flip-flop, Shane Jones vs recreational fishers, Casey Costello’s tobacco rankings disaster) and …

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Capital Gains Tax & Charter School Coup w/ Chris Hipkins & John Tamihere 1:01:11

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In this episode of The Bradbury Group, Martyn 'Bomber' Bradbury dives into Labour’s new targeted capital gains tax - who it impacts, who’s furious about it, and why Labour believes it can finally deliver real cost-of-living relief, including free GP visits for most New Zealanders. Bomber - alongside Chris Hipkins, and his panel of John Tamihere, Si…

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NCEA, Strikes & Left Bloc Drama | Edmonds, Wood, Tukaki, Ings | The Bradbury Group 1:03:02

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🎙️ *Professor Welby Ings* joins host *Martyn Bradbury* and the panel — *Barbara Edmonds, Matthew Tukaki, and Michael Wood* — for a timely kōrero on *public education & NCEA, mega-strikes & worker power, youth-welfare sanctions, unemployment & migration,* and *how to rebuild dignity in our schools and services.* Aotearoa’s most provocative political…

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Speaker Gerry Brownlee on Parliament Haka Fallout | Panel - Sir Roger Douglas, Craig Renney, Peeni Henare, Matthew Tukaki | Bradbury Group 1:01:34

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Martyn 'Bomber' Bradbury this week welcomes a very special guest in the form of Speaker of the House Gerry Brownlee, to unpack the Parliament haka debacle - was the punishment a principled defence of procedure, or a tone-deaf crackdown on tikanga? The panel of all stars features Peeni Henare, Matthew Tukaki, Craig Renney, and the one and only Sir R…

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The FINAL Show of the Year | GUESTS: Matthew Hooton and Many, Many More! 1:05:15

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Gravity Credit Management proudly sponsors the Working Group. For more information on Gravity click the link. Kia Ora Aotearoa! Welcome to The Working Group, New Zealand's top political podcast not funded by NZ on Air. I'm your host, Martyn Bradbury, editor of The Daily Blog. Joining me tonight: Damien Grant - libertarian liquidator and Cthulhu of …

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2024: A Year in Review | GUESTS: Simon Wilson, Jordan Williams & Shane Te Pou 1:01:58

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Gravity Credit Management proudly sponsors the Working Group. For more information on Gravity click the link. Kia Ora Aotearoa! Welcome to The Working Group, New Zealand's top political podcast not funded by NZ on Air. I'm your host, Martyn Bradbury, editor of The Daily Blog. Joining me tonight: Simon Wilson - Militant cyclist, recreational Jedi an…

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Politics and Rugby... a Good Mix? | GUESTS: Gareth Hughes & Arena Williams 1:01:30

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Gravity Credit Management proudly sponsors the Working Group. For more information on Gravity click the link. Kia Ora Aotearoa! Welcome to The Working Group, New Zealand's top political podcast not funded by NZ on Air. I'm your host, Martyn Bradbury, editor of The Daily Blog. Joining me tonight: Damien Grant - libertarian liquidator and Cthulhu of …

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The Hīkoi Special | GUESTS: Duncan Garner & Willie Jackson 53:41

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Gravity Credit Management proudly sponsors the Working Group. For more information on Gravity click the link. Kia Ora Aotearoa! Welcome to The Working Group, New Zealand's top political podcast not funded by NZ on Air. I'm your host, Martyn Bradbury, editor of The Daily Blog. Joining me tonight: Damien Grant - libertarian liquidator and Cthulhu of …

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Hīkoi Politics, Gerry Brownly and the US Election Result | GUESTS: David Parker & Peter Williams 1:01:59

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Gravity Credit Management proudly sponsors the Working Group. For more information on Gravity click the link. Kia Ora Aotearoa! Welcome to The Working Group, New Zealand's top political podcast not funded by NZ on Air. I'm your host, Martyn Bradbury, editor of The Daily Blog. Joining me tonight: Damien Grant - libertarian liquidator and Cthulhu of …

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US Election, Police Action in Ōpōtiki and Mike King | GUESTS: Ani O'Brien & Simon Wilson 1:01:50

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Gravity Credit Management proudly sponsors the Working Group. For more information on Gravity click the link. Kia Ora Aotearoa! Welcome to The Working Group, New Zealand's top political podcast not funded by NZ on Air. I'm your host, Martyn Bradbury, editor of The Daily Blog. Joining me tonight: Damien Grant - libertarian liquidator and Cthulhu of …

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Mad Dog Prebs, Winston Peters and this weeks Biggest Losers | GUESTS: Maria Slade & Michael Wood 1:03:33

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Gravity Credit Management proudly sponsors the Working Group. For more information on Gravity click the link. Kia Ora Aotearoa! Welcome to The Working Group, New Zealand's top political podcast not funded by NZ on Air. I'm your host, Martyn Bradbury, editor of The Daily Blog. Joining me tonight: Damien Grant - libertarian liquidator and Cthulhu of …

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CTU, Unemployment and Prosecution Guideline Backlash | GUESTS: Max Harris & Craig Renney 1:01:12

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Gravity Credit Management proudly sponsors the Working Group. For more information on Gravity click the link. Kia Ora Aotearoa! Welcome to The Working Group, New Zealand's top political podcast not funded by NZ on Air. I'm your host, Martyn Bradbury, editor of The Daily Blog. Joining me tonight: Damien Grant - libertarian liquidator and Cthulhu of …

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TVNZ Poll, and the Jonesie Awards for Government Waste | GUESTS: Shane Te Pou & Jordan Williams 57:49

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Gravity Credit Management proudly sponsors the Working Group. For more information on Gravity click the link. Kia Ora Aotearoa! Welcome to The Working Group, New Zealand's top political podcast not funded by NZ on Air. I'm your host, Martyn Bradbury, editor of The Daily Blog. Joining me tonight: Damien Grant - libertarian liquidator and Cthulhu of …

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The Iwi vs. Peewee Treaty Debate | Helmut Modlik vs. David Seymour 1:03:07

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Gravity Credit Management proudly sponsors the Working Group. For more information on Gravity click the link. Kia Ora Aotearoa! Welcome to The Working Group, New Zealand's top political podcast not funded by NZ on Air. I'm your host, Martyn Bradbury, editor of The Daily Blog. Today is a BIG ONE - The Treaty Debate! Joining me tonight: Damien Grant …

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David Seymour, Dunedin Hospital and Speed Limits | GUESTS: Simon Wilson & Matthew Tukaki 54:36

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Gravity Credit Management proudly sponsors the Working Group. For more information on Gravity click the link. Kia Ora Aotearoa! Welcome to The Working Group, New Zealand's top political podcast not funded by NZ on Air. I'm your host, Martyn Bradbury, editor of The Daily Blog. Joining me tonight: - Damien Grant - libertarian liquidator and Cthulhu o…

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Polkinghorne, Wellington, WFH & Billion Dollar Tax Cuts | GUESTS: Mark Jennings & Seeby Woodhouse 59:01

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Gravity Credit Management proudly sponsors the Working Group. For more information on Gravity click the link. Kia Ora Aotearoa! Welcome to The Working Group, New Zealand's top political podcast not funded by NZ on Air. I'm your host, Martyn Bradbury, editor of The Daily Blog. Joining me tonight: - Damien Grant - libertarian liquidator and Cthulhu o…

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Latest Polling, Treaty Principles and Gun Bans | GUESTS: Shane Te Pou & Ani O'Brien 1:01:12

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Kia Ora Aotearoa! Welcome to The Working Group, New Zealand's top political podcast not funded by NZ on Air. I'm your host, Martyn Bradbury, editor of The Daily Blog. Joining me tonight: - Damien Grant - libertarian liquidator and Cthulhu of Capitalism. - Shane Te Pou - The mighty NZ Herald columnist - Ani O'Brien - Political Commentator and Queen …

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Luxon Blames MMP, Speed Limits & Trump vs Harris | GUESTS: Simon Wilson & Simon Court 1:02:49

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Kia Ora Aotearoa! Welcome to The Working Group, New Zealand's top political podcast not funded by NZ on Air. I'm your host, Martyn Bradbury, editor of The Daily Blog. Joining me tonight: - Damien Grant - libertarian liquidator and Cthulhu of Capitalism. - Simon Court - ACT Party MP - Simon Wilson - NZ Herald columnist Tonight's issues: Issue 1 - Go…

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Insolvencies, Simeon's $32.9b Policy, Comanchero Crackdown | GUESTS: Maria Slade & Matthew Tukaki 1:01:54

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Kia Ora Aotearoa! Welcome to The Working Group, New Zealand's top political podcast not funded by NZ on Air. I'm your host, Martyn Bradbury, editor of The Daily Blog. Joining me tonight: Damien Grant - libertarian liquidator and Cthulhu of Capitalism Maria Slade - Business Desk Journalist Matthew Tukaki - Media Tycoon, Businessman, UN Chairperson, …

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The OCR, Welfare and Disability Sanctions and 7aa | GUESTS: Barbara Edmonds & Karen Chhour 1:02:16

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Kia Ora Aotearoa! Welcome to The Working Group, New Zealand's top political podcast not funded by NZ on Air. I'm your host, Martyn Bradbury, editor of The Daily Blog. Joining me tonight: Damien Grant - libertarian liquidator and Cthulhu of Capitalism. Barbara Edmonds - Labour Party Finance Spokesperson Karen Chhour - The Minister for Children and A…

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Adrian Orr, Power Prices and Welfare Punishments | GUESTS: Greg O'Connor & Dr. Oliver Hartwick 1:00:41

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Kia Ora Aotearoa! Welcome to The Working Group, New Zealand's top political podcast not funded by NZ on Air. I'm your host, Martyn Bradbury, editor of The Daily Blog. Joining me tonight: Damien Grant - libertarian liquidator and Cthulhu of Capitalism. Greg O'Connor - Former Police Association President and current Labour MP Dr. Oliver Hartwick - Ri…

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Market meltdowns, National Party Conference and Karen Chhour | GUESTS: Cameron Bagrie & Damien O'Connor 1:00:27

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Kia Ora Aotearoa! Welcome to The Working Group, New Zealand's top political podcast not funded by NZ on Air. I'm your host, Martyn Bradbury, editor of The Daily Blog. Joining me tonight: Damien Grant - libertarian liquidator and Cthulhu of Capitalism. Cameron Bagrie - The People's Economist Damien O'Connor - Former Cabinet Minister and current Labo…

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The Manufactured Crisis in Health, the economy and Darleen Tana AGAIN | GUESTS: Matthew Hooton & Maria Slade 57:45

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Kia Ora Aotearoa! Welcome to The Working Group, New Zealand's top political podcast not funded by NZ on Air. I'm your host, Martyn Bradbury, editor of The Daily Blog. Joining me tonight: Damien Grant - libertarian liquidator and Cthulhu of Capitalism. Matthew Hooton - New Zealand Herald Columnist Maria Slade - Journalist, editor and commentator Ton…

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Shane Reti, the OCR and Boot Camps | GUESTS: Michael Wood & Craig Renney 1:00:43

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Kia Ora Aotearoa! Welcome to The Working Group, New Zealand's top political podcast not funded by NZ on Air. I'm your host, Martyn Bradbury, editor of The Daily Blog. Joining me tonight: Damien Grant - libertarian liquidator and Cthulhu of Capitalism. Michael Wood - E Tu Union's Negotiation Specialist Craig Renney - the sickle and the hammer, The C…

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The Trump fiasco, National's Welfare Policy and Darleen Tana | GUESTS: Arena Williams & Simon Wilson 1:01:50

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Kia Ora Aotearoa! Welcome to The Working Group, New Zealand's top political podcast not funded by NZ on Air. I'm your host, Martyn Bradbury, editor of The Daily Blog. Joining me tonight: Damien Grant - libertarian liquidator and Cthulhu of Capitalism. Arena Williams - MP for the mighty Manurewa Simon Wilson - NZ Herald columnist Tonight's issues: T…

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Darleen Tana, Luxon in NATO and the OCR | GUESTS: Matthew Tukaki & David Seymour 59:18

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Kia Ora Aotearoa! Welcome to The Working Group, New Zealand's top political podcast not funded by NZ on Air. I'm your host, Martyn Bradbury, editor of The Daily Blog, and Joining me tonight: Damien Grant - libertarian liquidator and Cthulhu of Capitalism. Matthew Tukaki - Media Tycoon, Businessman, UN chairperson and New Zealand Māori Council sledg…

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Newshub, Economic Data and Joe Biden | GUESTS: Max Harris & Willy Jackson 1:01:33

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Kia Ora Aotearoa! Welcome to The Working Group, New Zealand's top political podcast not funded by NZ on Air. I'm your host, Martyn Bradbury, editor of The Daily Blog. Joining me tonight: Willie Jackson & Max Harris, alongside Host Martyn (Bomber) Bradbury and panelist Damien Grant. -------------------------------------------------------------------…

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Aratere, Boot Camps and Cancer Drugs | GUESTS: Seeby Woodhouse & Ani O'Brien 50:40

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Kia Ora Aotearoa! Welcome to The Working Group, New Zealand's top political podcast not funded by NZ on Air. I'm your host, Martyn Bradbury, editor of The Daily Blog. Joining me tonight: Ani O'Brien and Seeby Woodhouse, alongside Host Martin (Bomber) Bradbury and panelist Damien Grant. ---------------------------------------------------------------…

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Single Term Governance, Recession and Revelations | GUESTS: David Parker, Matthew Hooton 54:20

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Kia Ora Aotearoa! Welcome to The Working Group, New Zealand's top political podcast not funded by NZ on Air. I'm your host, Martyn Bradbury, editor of The Daily Blog. Joining me tonight: David Parker and Matthew Hooton, alongside Host Martin (Bomber) Bradbury and panelist Damien Grant. TEXT: Working to 3598 Check out the Social Media - https://bent…

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Fast Track powers, more budget talk and the Act Party's dreams | GUESTS: Shane Te Pou, Barbara Edmonds & Simon Court 45:50

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Kia Ora Aotearoa! Welcome to The Working Group, New Zealand's top political podcast not funded by NZ on Air. I'm your host, Martyn Bradbury, editor of The Daily Blog. Joining me tonight: Shane Te Pou - former candidate, campaign manager and executive member of the Labour Party. Barbara Edmonds - Labour Party Finance Spokesperson Simon Court - Membe…

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Budget Battles and Global Affairs | GUESTS: Maria Slade & Matthew McCarten 56:29

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Kia Ora Aotearoa! Welcome to The Working Group, New Zealand's top political podcast not funded by NZ on Air. I'm your host, Martyn Bradbury, editor of The Daily Blog. Unfortunately, I'm sick so you get to be hosted by Damien 'all tax is theft' Grant! Joining him tonight: Maria Slade - Senior Journalist at the National Business Review Matthew McCart…

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Nicola Willis, Underfunding Public Services and This Weeks Budget Predictions | GUESTS: Matthew Hooton & Brad Olsen 57:10

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Kia Ora Aotearoa! Welcome to The Working Group, New Zealand's top political podcast not funded by NZ on Air. I'm your host, Martyn Bradbury, editor of The Daily Blog. Joining me tonight: Damien Grant, libertarian liquidator and Cthulhu of Capitalism. Matthew Hooton, NZ Herald columnist. Brad Olsen, New Zealand economics commentator. Issues: Nicola …

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Bill English, Kāinga Ora Reforms, and Political Party Showdowns: Guests Sue Bradford and Simon Wilson 57:42

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Kia Ora Aotearoa! Welcome to The Working Group, New Zealand's top political podcast not funded by NZ on Air. I'm your host, Martyn Bradbury, editor of The Daily Blog. Joining me tonight: Damien Grant, libertarian liquidator and Cthulhu of Capitalism. Sue Bradford, legendary left-wing activist and former Green MP. Simon Wilson, visionary NZ Herald c…

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Navigating Aotearoa's Political Landscape: Woke Food, Homeowner Bailouts, and Fascist Powers | GUESTS - Duncan Garner & Matthew Tukaki 58:38

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Join us as we plunge into the heart of Aotearoa's political arena. From the absurdities of "woke food" controversies to the crucial debate over government bailouts. And as the specter of fascist fast-track powers looms large, we confront the very essence of democracy and the influence of money in our political system. Watch on YouTube Watch on X Wa…

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NZ's Political Crossroads: Navigating AUKUS, Economic Turmoil, and Mega Prisons | GUESTS - Matthew Hooton & David Parker 57:18

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Join us as we unpack the implications of the AUKUS alliance and discuss the economic challenges of rising unemployment and falling house values. Plus, hear the panel's take on National's plans for a mega prison amidst cries for social investment. Get the inside scoop on Kiwi politics - listen now! Watch on YouTube Watch on X Watch on Instagram Chec…

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The State of NZ Politics: Plummeting Polls, Leadership Shakeup, and Economic Tensions | GUESTS - Fran O'Sullivan and Craig Renney 56:46

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Join us this week as we dissect the tumultuous landscape of New Zealand politics. From plummeting poll numbers to a potential leadership shakeup in the National Party, and the looming spectre of economic uncertainty amidst global geopolitical tensions, we delve deep into the heart of the nation's political arena. Watch on YouTube Watch on X Watch o…

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David Seymour & Chris Penk - Breaking Point: Child Welfare, Justice Reform, and Societal Distrust in Aotearoa 1:02:43

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Step into the heart of the debate on The Working Group, where New Zealand's most influential voices come together to tackle the nation's pressing issues. With guests Chris Penk and David Seymour, we delve into the contentious topics of child welfare, justice reform, and societal distrust in Aotearoa. Watch on YouTube Watch on X Watch on Instagram C…

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Raw Politics: Dissecting Foreign Wars, Media Chaos, and Infrastructure Dreams: Guests - Arena Williams and Max Harris 53:46

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The Working Group podcast takes a deep dive into three major issues gripping New Zealand - foreign policy's delicate balancing act between global powers, the upheaval in the country's media landscape, and the ambitious but controversial infrastructure projects on the table. Pulling no punches, this daring podcast occupies the radical center to unra…

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Shattered Trust: New Zealand's Media Crisis and the Fight for Democracy: guests Simon Wilson and Michael Wood 56:31

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Join Martin Bradbury, Damien Grant, Simon Wilson and Michael Wood for a no-holds-barred dissection of New Zealand's political tumult. We're slicing through media trust issues, tackling worker safety, and wrestling with climate policies amid the cattle industry chaos. Expect explosive debates and radical insights as we expose the political and ecolo…

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New Zealand's Political Chess: Who Wins in Tax Cuts and Social Reforms? With Bradbury's Best, Shane Te Pou, JohnTamihere and Damien Grant 52:08

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Join firebrand host Martyn "Bomber" Bradbury as he rallies New Zealand's sharpest political minds to slice through the haze of Kiwi controversies in a no-holds-barred dissection of tax cuts favoring the rich, educational equity, and the tectonic shifts in social reform. This episode is a searing critique of the Labour Party's leadership and an auda…

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Rerelease (24/11/23) ft. Hamish Bennett – Part 3 49:22

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We're rereleasing our longer form episodes in shorter cut up parts to fit easier into your listening schedule! Here's a shorter version to listen to our original episode from 24/11/23 with Hamish Bennett if you missed it then ⭐️By NZATE

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Rerelease (24/11/23) ft. Hamish Bennett – Part 2 18:14

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We're rereleasing our longer form episodes in shorter cut up parts to fit easier into your listening schedule! Here's a shorter version to listen to our original episode from 24/11/23 with Hamish Bennett if you missed it then ⭐️By NZATE

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Rerelease (24/11/23) ft. Hamish Bennett – Part 1 41:38

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We're rereleasing our longer form episodes in shorter cut up parts to fit easier into your listening schedule! Here's a shorter version to listen to our original episode from 24/11/23 with Hamish Bennett if you missed it then ⭐️By NZATE

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Rerelease (13/10/23) ft. Steph Matuku – Part 2 28:08

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We're rereleasing our longer form episodes in shorter cut up parts to fit easier into your listening schedule! Here's a shorter version to listen to our original episode from 13/10/23 if you missed it then ⭐️By NZATE

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Rerelease (13/10/23) ft. Steph Matuku – Part 1 42:29

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We're rereleasing our longer form episodes in shorter cut up parts to fit easier into your listening schedule! Here's a shorter version to listen to our original episode from 13/10/23 if you missed it then ⭐️By NZATE

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Rerelease (13/09/23) ft. Tīhema Baker – Part 2 52:19

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We're rereleasing our longer form episodes in shorter cut up parts to fit easier into your listening schedule! Here's a shorter version to listen to our original episode from 13/09/23 if you missed it then ⭐️By NZATE

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Rerelease (13/09/23) ft. Tīhema Baker – Part 1 35:19

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We're rereleasing our longer form episodes in shorter cut up parts to fit easier into your listening schedule! Here's a shorter version to listen to our original episode from 13/09/23 if you missed it then ⭐️By NZATE