Best Predator Capitalism Podcasts (2025)

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Full Show Podcast: 17 November 2025 1:28:28

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Monday the 17th of November, Trump has pulled back on some of his tariffs which is a $2 billion boon for NZ Inc. and makes Trade Minister Todd McClay's job slightly easier. The Prime Minister talks the tariffs, Net Zero, polls and whether the Capital Gains Tax is something credible he'll be up aga…

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Mike's Minute: Tariff backdown is a big win for NZ Inc. 1:46

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Big win for NZ Inc. and a lesson for everyone who doesn’t understand tariffs. Donald Trump has cut tariffs on beef and the beneficiaries are largely New Zealand, Australia and Brazil. Brazil has had a 50% tariff so they will be thrilled. We are at 15% and it's 10% for Australia. We may not benefit as much but given we are “balling”, as they say any…

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Commentary Box: Andrew Saville and Jason Pine comment on the All Blacks, Tennis and a surprise appearance from Kate 11:05

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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 All Blacks lost to England at Twickenham - is it time to question Scott Robertson's leadership? And Kate Hawkesby joins the show to recount some of Mike and Andrew's history playing tennis together. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/l…

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Sir John Kirwan: Former All Black comments on disappointing loss to England to end hopes of an unbeaten Grand Slam 3:29

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The All Blacks lost to England 33-19 - a defeat that ends their hopes of an unbeaten Grand Slam tour. The game at Twickenham saw the All Blacks start the match strong, but England's strong momentum in the second half, and a last minute try to rub salt in the wound, secured victory. The crushing defeat has raised questions around Scott Robertson's c…

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Chris Luxon: Prime Minister stands firm against Labour's Capital Gains Tax 10:17

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Chris Luxon is standing firm on his opposition to a capital gains tax. A New Zealand Herald-Kantar Poll shows New Zealanders are evenly split on Labour's proposal for a tax on gains on commercial and investment properties. Opposition is strongest in Auckland, while support for the CGT is stronger in every other region. The Prime Minister told Mike …

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John Duffy: Consumer NZ Chief Executive comments on increased fines for breaching the Fair Trading Act 2:38

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The Government is planning to increase fines for breaching the Fair Trading Act - from 600-thousand dollars to five-million. It is announcing a swathe of changes to crack down on businesses and individuals breaking consumer laws. The cases could also be moved from the criminal court to the Civil Court to make prosecution easier. Consumer NZ Chief E…

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Todd McClay: Trade Minister discusses rollback of US tariffs on beef, offal and kiwifruit 3:29

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The Trade Minister's cautiously welcoming a rollback of US tariffs on food imports including New Zealand beef, offal and kiwifruit. US President Donald Trump's signed an executive order reducing the tariffs. The affected New Zealand products represent around 25 per cent of our exports to the United States, worth more than two billion dollars annual…

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Dr. Angus Chambers: GenPro Chair voices concerns that a duopoly may be developing in our health sector 3:11

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There are growing concerns around a possible duopoly forming in our primary health sector. General practice owners are calling out what they see as bloated bureaucracy, and are moving to form a breakaway nationwide Primary Health Organisation (PHO). GenPro chair Dr. Angus Chambers told Mike Hosking that doctors, 'see that we're heading towards the …

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Mike's Minute: Labour talks tough, but it rings hollow 1:47

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It’s a slightly odd message from Labour over the Māori Party as they try and work out how to deal with them. The truth is they will need them to form a government if they get their own numbers to a point of victory. There is no way the Greens and Labour alone will come close to crossing the line first. Small reiteration, in case you missed it a mon…

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Mark the Week: Winston has started stirring 2:17

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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. NZ Inc: 7/10 A pretty good week. This Wednesday Auckland hotels will be at 100% and yesterday the visitor arrivals showed yet another upward movement. Slowly but surely, there is more and more that is positive to embrace. Winston:…

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Mike's Minute: It's been an excellent economic week 2:04

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Once again we find ourselves in the midst of an excellent economic week. It's excellent, if you wish to see it that way. 100% of hotels will be full this coming Wednesday in Auckland. Broadly speaking, you can't get a room. Auckland hasn’t been full in years. Along with the broad-based cruise season and the warmer summer travel period, we have a la…

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Digby Symons: University of Canterbury Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering on 4:15

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Kiwi ingenuity at its finest coming out of the University of Canterbury. A group of engineering students believe they’ve set a New Zealand human-powered land speed record. Their three-wheeler, named Mako, hit 82.6km/h – entirely by pedal power. The record is expected to be confirmed by the International Human Powered Vehicle Association within a mo…

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Wrapping the Week with Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson: Pickleball, creatine, hayfever 11:15

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Friday has come once again, which means its time for Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson to join Mike Hosking to Wrap the Week that Was. Today's chat had a bit of a health theme, as they discussed hayfever, pickleball, and Kate's knowledge of creatine. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Full Show Podcast: 14 November 2025 1:28:49

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Friday 14th of November, the controversial Regulatory Standards Bill has passed its third reading in Parliament, David Seymour joining to discuss. Beauden Barrett joins out of London as the All Blacks look to get past the England hurdle on their way to a Grand Slam. Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson ta…

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Beauden Barrett: All Blacks First Five previews the clash against England at Twickenham 5:19

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The All Blacks are adamant they have the juice left as they prepare for England and the cauldron that is Twickenham on Sunday morning. The last two weeks they've been forced to dig deep late to come away with wins over Ireland and Scotland. All Blacks First Five Beauden Barrett told Mike Hosking England is a powerhouse, one they’ve always had a tou…

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Louise Upston: Tourism Minister on tourism numbers returning to 88% of pre-Covid numbers 2:59

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Our tourism levels are continuing to rise, reaching 88% of pre-Covid numbers. Australian visitors continue to dominate the market, with 1.48 million arrivals in the September quarter – up 12% on last year. The US was the next biggest at 381,000 —up 21,000— while visitors from China remained flat at 246,000. In New Zealand, Queenstown and Christchur…

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Ellen MacGregor-Reid: New Secretary of Education on her appointment, intentions for the role 3:52

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The new Secretary of Education believes it’s not all doom and gloom in our education system. Ellen MacGregor-Reid has been given the green light for the next four and a half years. She’ll continue to drive the new curriculum alongside Education Minister Erica Stanford. MacGregor-Reid told Mike Hosking New Zealand does have some strengths in educati…

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Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the impact of the US Government shutdown and it ending 4:56

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The US Government is business as usual after the longest shutdown in US history – but only till January. US President Donald Trump's signed a bill to end the shutdown and fund the government, while providing back-pay to federal workers. It's caused a divide among Democrats, as it doesn't ensure access to Affordable Care subsidies. US Correspondent …

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Andrew Body: Banking Expert on the Government adopting recommendations 2:58

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The Finance Minister's being urged to take urgent and decisive action on our banking sector. Ministers have accepted most of the recommendations of a select committee inquiry into the industry, including directing the Reserve Bank to focus on more competition. But banking expert Andrew Body says Nicola Willis needs to go further. He told Mike Hoski…

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David Seymour: Regulation Minister on the Regulatory Standards Bill passing its third reading 3:32

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The Regulation Minister says a small number of groups have hijacked the public submission process. ACT's Regulatory Standards Bill has passed its third reading at Parliament. The policy, which provides principles for lawmaking, received 156-thousand public submissions – 98% of those opposed. David Seymour told Mike Hosking there have been more sele…

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Mike's Minute: Why the increased cost of labour will hurt our economy 2:18

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In America at the moment there is a lot of talk about the “K” shaped economy. Car dealers see it. If you have a good, safe job, good income and you're in the markets invested in AI (before it all pops) you are feeling good. You are the upward bit of the “K”. You're buying a flash new car with carbon add-ons. If you've been laid off, or about to be …

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Full Show Podcast: 13 November 2025 1:28:31

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Thursday 13th of November, Public Services Commissioner Sir Brian Roche speaks on McSkimming, Coster, and what’s next for the investigation. Health Minister Simeon Brown discusses the rollout of 12-month prescriptions, private cancer patients gaining access to publicly funded medication, and the c…

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John Grisham: Bestselling author on writing, his latest novel 'The Widow' 12:19

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John Grisham is back, but with a bit of a twist. His legal thrillers made him a bestselling author but his latest novel is a bit of a departure, a whodunnit murder mystery titled ‘The Widow’. Grisham writes his novels in a slightly unorthodox manner, starting with the end and looping back around. “I learned the hard way years ago,” he told Mike Hos…

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Natalie Christensen: Sauvignon 2027 Chair on the launch of the festival in February 2027 4:16

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A new festival is launching for the wine industry. Titled ‘Sauvignon 2027’, it will celebrate the innovation and diversity of New Zealand’s most iconic wine. It'll be welcoming global industry leaders and trade influencers to Marlborough in February. Chair Natalie Christensen told Mike Hosking that although Sauvignon Blanc is a popular wine around …

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Tom Walters: Matakana Oysters owner on the $1 million compensation for Auckland oyster farmers after a sewage spill in the Mahurangi River 3:46

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A million dollar compensation deal with Watercare is only short-term relief for Auckland oyster farmers, who've lost income from a massive sewage spill in the Mahurangi River. The issue caused by a power surge at the Warkworth pump station has meant an almost month-long halt on harvesting. Watercare's now paid out one million dollars to Aquaculture…

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Simeon Brown: Health Minister on 12-month prescriptions being available from next year 5:24

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More convenience and savings are being offered for those on long-term treatments. From February, people will be able to receive 12-month prescriptions. Patients will still collect their repeats from the pharmacy but will no longer need to return to their doctor each time for a new script. Health Minister Simeon Brown told Mike Hosking this could sa…

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Roger Gray: Port of Auckland CEO on the criticism of their upcoming fee increases 3:45

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Port of Auckland's pushing back against criticism of its move to raise fees. The port's increasing peak time fees from $130 per container to $180 next year, and $350 the following year. Transporting New Zealand Chief Executive Dom Kalasih says it's one of several cost pressures facing businesses, alongside rising fuel excise taxes and soon-to-be-in…

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Sir Brian Roche: Public Service Commissioner on the report into Jevon McSkimming and the future for Andrew Coster 6:29

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The Public Service Commissioner is saying little on the details of Andrew Coster's ongoing employment after his involvement in the Jevon McSkimming scandal. A scathing IPCA report has found the former Police Commissioner was among those in senior police leadership who failed to properly address sex allegations against the then Deputy Police Commiss…

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The Divine Feminine - Offers a New Path Forward 14:29

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You are not alone if you believe domination, patriarchy and authoritarianism is destroying countless lives and our planet. There is a more sustainable alternative and it's not new. In fact it's ancient. Exiled for a time, but making a big return, the Sacred Feminine as deity, archetype and ideal has become indelibly integrated into our lives remind…

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Full Show Podcast: 12 November 2025 1:28:33

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 12th of November, Police Commissioner Richard Chambers responds to the damning IPCA report into the handling of complaints against Jevon McSkimming. Did we get anything out of the Arms Act announcement? Mark Mitchell and Ginny Andersen give their thoughts on the police and their culture …

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Mike's Minute: Gun law debate ends in a whimper, not a bang 2:01

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It seemed like a thing, until it wasn’t. Guns are like fluoride and the MSM – they get people angsty. Out of the Christchurch mosque attack came the idea that gun law needed amending. The amending got another look when ACT came to power because they are libertarians and people with, broadly speaking, a common-sense view of the world. The idea that …

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Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the Senate approving a bill that could end the Government shutdown 4:24

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Division within Democrats as US Senators approve the final version of a Bill that could end the weeks-long Government shutdown. The deal from a group of Democrats and GOP leaders will go to the House of Representatives, then will need signing into law by the President. Under the deal, the Government will reopen in exchange for a future vote on exte…

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Dom Kalasih: Transporting New Zealand CEO on the increase of fees at Port of Auckland 3:41

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Transporting New Zealand warns increases in Auckland port fees will be passed on to consumers. Fees per container at peak times will increase from $130 to $180 in January 2026. They'll then jump to $350 in January 2027. Transporting New Zealand CEO Dom Kalasih told Mike Hosking that it would be one thing if the port was seeing productivity gains fr…

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Glenn Dobson: Drug Detection Agency CEO on the implementation of roadside drug testing 2:08

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The implementation of roadside drug testing is being hailed as a huge step in the right direction. From December, Police across Wellington can do random roadside saliva tests – screening for cannabis, methamphetamine, MDMA, and cocaine. They'll spread to cover the whole country by mid-next year. Drivers testing positive will need to do a second tes…

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Pollies: National's Mark Mitchell and Labour's Ginny Andersen on the latest McSkimming information, police culture 10:54

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A damning report into the handling of complaints against Jevon McSkimming reveals interference and cover-ups during the "Commissioner-appointment" process. The former Deputy Police Commissioner is awaiting sentence after pleading guilty to having child sexual exploitation and bestiality material on his work devices. A watchdog report finds some of …

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Annie Dundas: Auckland Unlimited Destination Director on hotel occupancy in Auckland reaching 100% due to major events 2:47

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Auckland businesses are gearing up for a busy Wednesday next week - as hotel occupancy reaches 100%. Forty thousand are expected from Metallica fans alone, with the rock band set to perform at Eden Park. Meanwhile, nearly 3,800 international delegates are gathering at Aotea Centre for New Zealand's largest ever academic conference, celebrating Indi…

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Hugh Devereux-Mack: Council of Licensed Firearms Owners spokesperson on the changes to the Arms Act 3:40

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There’s a belief New Zealanders are no safer than they were before changes to the gun laws. A rewrite of the Arms Act simplifies rules for licensed owners for storage, repairs and visitor use, and adds harsher penalties. Gang members also won't be able to own a gun and semi-automatics will stay banned. Council of Licensed Firearms Owners spokespers…

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Richard Chambers: Police Commissioner on the IPCA report into the handling of the McSkimming complaints 7:48

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The Police Commissioner says he only became aware of an investigation into Jevon McSkimming two days before taking up the top job. The former Deputy Police Commissioner is awaiting sentence after pleading guilty to having child sexual exploitation and bestiality material on his work devices. A watchdog report finds some of the nation's highest rank…

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Mike's Minute: The BBC scandal shakes the roots of journalism 2:12

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I'm trying to work out what the ratio would be. How much squeaky clean, beyond doubt, rock solid truth would the BBC need to deliver to offset the one gargantuan cock up that has seen the Director General and Head of News quit? Or in this day and age, where doubt and mistrust is so high, is it a futile exercise and the damage is permanent? Like all…

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Rod Liddle: UK Correspondent on Donald Trump threatening to sue the BBC over accusations of bias 7:58

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The BBC's chairman has denied claims the BBC is trying to bury accusations of bias as Donald Trump threatens to sue the company. A leaked BBC memo suggests the Panorama programme edited Trump’s speech to imply he encouraged the Capitol Hill riots of January 2021. The US President is demanding a full retraction and is threatening to sue for nearly N…

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Dimitrius Koloamatangi: Kiwi actor on his role as Dek in 'Predator: Badlands' 9:33

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A Kiwi is at the helm of the latest movie in an iconic franchise. The first Predator film was released in 1987, and four films —and two Alien vs Predator films— and 38 years later, Kiwi-born Dimitrius Koloamatangi holds a starring role in ‘Predator: Badlands’. Auditioning for the role of Dek was a bit of a funny process, Koloamatangi revealed to Mi…

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Full Show Podcast: 11 November 2025 1:28:19

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 11th of November, the mess with Te Pāti Māori has resulted in the expulsion of two of its MPs and a communication breakdown is being blamed for the situation. ANZ CEO Antonia Watson is on to talk their massive record profit and bank margins amidst the RBNZ capital review. Dimitrius Koloama…

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Brian Thompson: Addington Raceway CEO ahead of New Zealand Cup Day 2:20

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Everything is looking up for one of the biggest days on Christchurch's social calendar. New Zealand's Cup Day is kicking off, with around 13 thousand punters expected to watch horse racing, fashion shows, and live music at Addington Raceway. Despite the early morning rain, Addington Raceway Chief Executive Brian Thompson told Mike Hosking he’s conf…

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Katherine Rich: Business NZ CEO on the follow up report on reducing compliance costs for small businesses 2:57

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Business NZ believes further action is still needed to address compliance costs for small businesses. It says the Government's making good on its promise to cut red tape, but its new progress report shows several compliance burdens across sectors, including construction. The Ministry for Regulation’s engaging with businesses, councils, and industry…

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Gwyn Thurlow: Deerstalkers Association CEO on the expected changes to the Arms Act 1:35

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Firearm owners are waiting to see what changes to the gun laws are on the way. Associate Justice Minister Nicole McKee is expected to announce her rewriting of the Arms Act this morning. Deerstalkers Association Chief Executive Gwyn Thurlow told Mike Hosking any details have been kept quiet so far. He says they believe that's been to stop people on…

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Antonia Watson: ANZ CEO on the bank's annual profit reaching a record high of $2.53 billion 10:03

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The boss of our largest bank says its latest rise in profit doesn't tell the full story. ANZ New Zealand's annual profit has reached a new record high of $2.53 billion – up 21% on last year. That compares to a 13% rise for Westpac and no major change for BNZ and ASB. But Chief Executive Antonia Watson told Mike Hosking when you exclude the bank's h…

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Bayden Barber: Iwi Chairs Forum Spokesperson on the breakdown in Te Pāti Māori, the expelling of Mariameno Kapa-Kingi and Takuta Ferris 4:18

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The Iwi Chairs Forum says a breakdown in communication is to blame for tensions boiling over within Te Pāti Māori. MPs Mariameno Kapa-Kingi and Takuta Ferris have been expelled from the party. They're both remaining defiant and have labelled the process illegitimate. Iwi Chairs Forum spokesperson Bayden Barber says he was trying to set up a meeting…

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Dan Richardson: KR Construction Director on the concerns over whether townhouses are fit for purpose 3:50

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There are concerns housing developers are paying little attention to design and/or comfort. Christchurch building company, KR Construction, and the Green Building Council are questioning whether townhouses are fit for purpose. They claim many new builds are getting far too hot and have moisture issues. KR Construction Director Dan Richardson told M…

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Mike's Minute: Bank margins are going up despite major profits 2:12

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The battle of the bank BS is back. BNZ, who announced their profit last week, talked of the strong competition out there. But I note their margin went up, up, 6 points to 2.43%. So if there is so much competition, how come the margin is up? Then came the claim from the Reserve Bank among others that the big banks are being tardy when it comes to pa…

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Full Show Podcast: 10 November 2025 1:28:36

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Monday the 10th of November, the Government has announced a new plan to combat meth that involves Police, Customs, the GCSB and NZDF. The Prime Minister is in to talk the India FTA, meth and Transmission Gully. Jason Pine and Andrew Saville discuss the F1, the All Blacks, Kiwis and the local derby…