Best Brendan Boyd Podcasts (2025)

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Podcast to Cash: The Foundational Four, VIP Packages & Live Pods ft. Brendan Boyd 37:32

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Joe sits down with Brendan Boyd, founder/CEO of Imperfect Action, to break down how entrepreneurs can turn a podcast into a profit center—without a giant audience. Brendan unpacks his Foundational Four (digital products, paid community, affiliate partners, VIP package), the Live Podcast model that converts on the spot, and how to build a podcast ac…

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Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on the ongoing investigations into the Louvre heist 4:18

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A rare daylight robbery has been executed at the world's most visited art museum. Items of 'incalculable' value were stolen in a seven minute heist at the Louvre museum in Paris - just after it opened. The thieves rode a basket lift up the museum's facade, forced a window and fled with France's Crown and Napoleonic jewels. UK correspondent Gavin Gr…

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Antonia Watson: ANZ Chief Executive on the multi-million dollar class action set to be launched against the bank 3:53

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A multi-million-dollar class action against ANZ New Zealand over historic disclosure obligations looks likely to go ahead. ASB earlier this month settled its part in the four-year class action for $135.6 million - without conceding liability or wrongdoing. ANZ Chief Executive Antonia Watson has voiced disappointment with the development. LISTEN ABO…

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Shane Solly: Harbour Asset Management expert on the market response to the inflation data 3:17

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Recent Stats NZ data shows annual inflation hit three percent in September - the upper limit of the Reserve Bank's target range. This has sparked mixed reactions from the Government, but it's unclear if New Zealand avoided another technical recession. Harbour Asset Management's Shane Solly unpacked the market responses. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.…

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The Huddle: Is Labour's Future Fund a good idea? 10:37

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Tonight on The Huddle, Trish Sherson from Sherson Willis PR and Child Fund CEO Josie Pagani joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! How many more dirty secrets are we going to find out about Prince Andrew? Could the royals have done more to get a handle on this? Labour has unveiled their first big policy promise …

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Full Show Podcast: 20 October 2025 1:41:02

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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 20 October 2025, inflation is up three percent - driven by large increases to electricity and rates bills. Kiwibank's Jarrod Kerr says this shouldn't stop the Reserve Bank from cutting the OCR further. Labour's Chris Hipkins explains his party's first new policy in two years - the …

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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Has Andrew really lost enough here? 2:02

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Well, even I didn't expect Prince Andrew to lose the use of his titles that fast. It was about 5pm on Friday afternoon that I said that he would lose them - and about 7am the next morning, the news broke that he had. But then again, I suppose we can see why it happened so fast, right? Because since that happened, it has just been one revelation aft…

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Chris Bishop: Transport Minister on the Government's plan for the Roads of National Significance 8:37

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Drivers are likely to have to cough up for travelling on the Government's Roads of National Significance. NZTA's board has endorsed the investment cases for all the roads. Transport Minister Chris Bishop says the default will be to toll the new roads in order to establish a clear revenue stream. "Once you've built a road, it's all very well to have…

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Victoria Arbiter: royal correspondent on Prince Andrew losing his royal titles following renewed Epstein scandal 4:07

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Prince Andrew allegedly asked a police officer to 'dig the dirt' on his accuser before the publishing of a now infamous photograph of the two. Andrew's given up the title Duke of York amid turmoil surrounding his alleged involvement with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. It's believed he tried to obtain personal information about his deceased…

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David Dome: Wellington Phoenix general manager on New Zealand getting its first elite sports school 3:14

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New Zealand's first-ever specialised elite sports school is set to open its doors next year, giving future athletes a space to study while building their sports careers. This charter school will be run by the New Zealand Performance Academy Aotearoa and be based at Upper Hutt's NZ Campus of Innovation and Sport. Wellington Phoenix general manager D…

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Chris Hipkins: Labour leader on the party's newly-announced Future Fund 4:00

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More investment in New Zealand businesses is Labour's announced goal in a policy released today. It's modelling the Future Fund off the existing Super Fund, to be seeded with $200 million in Crown money and existing assets. It'll invest solely in local projects. Labour leader Chris Hipkins says this project is designed to create jobs and keep more …

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Jarrod Kerr: Kiwibank chief economist on whether inflation is set to go down following recent stats 1:56

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There's belief from some economists that inflation's peaked, and it's all downhill from here. It reached 3 percent in the year to September - up from 2.2 percent the year before. Kiwibank says the third quarter is traditionally tough, and conditions are likely to improve as the year ends. Kiwibank chief economist Jarrod Kerr says he's satisfied dom…

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Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent on inflation reaching 3 percent in the year to September 4:23

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Recent data shows inflation reached three percent in the year to September, and it's prompted concerns about the economy. Stats NZ figures out today show the rate rose from 2.7 percent annually to June - hitting the top end of the Reserve Bank's target band. Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper says this is higher than what the Go…

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Oliver Peterson: Australian correspondent on the concerns surrounding safety in Melbourne amid stabbings and protests 4:58

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Victoria Premier Jacinta Allan has stated Melbourne is perfectly safe, despite some recent incidents coming out of the city's CBD. Two police officers were hospitalised after clashing with protesters during the weekend's March for Australia rally. This attack came days after a woman was stabbed in the chest near Spencer St in broad daylight. Austra…

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Jason Pine: Sportstalk host on the Kiwis and Kiwi Ferns holding their own at Go Media stadium 3:23

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Coach Stacey Jones is lauding the Kiwis' defensive resilience in their 24-18 Pacific Championships league win over Toa Samoa. The Kiwi Ferns won a 22-20 thriller against Fetu Samoa. Sportstalk host Jason Pine unpacked the action further. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Chris Bean: Tangaroa College principal on the school urging students to cover uniforms in public 3:08

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South Auckland's Tangaroa College has asked students to cover uniforms in public after videos of student brawls surfaced. Tension between students at Manukau schools is also spreading into online goading. One video shows about 15 young people fighting, with one lying on the pavement being kicked in the head. Principal Chris Bean says because Tangar…

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Sugar Shane Mosley on Legacy, Grit & The Fight Within | Coffeez for Closers 37:29

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In Ep 39, Joe sits down with Sugar Shane Mosley, one of the most electrifying fighters in boxing history—three-division world champion, Hall of Famer, and legend who’s faced everyone from De La Hoya and Mayweather to Pacquiao and Canelo. From picking up gloves at 9 years old to becoming one of the greatest pound-for-pound fighters in the world, Sha…

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Full Show Podcast: 17 October 2025 1:40:08

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Listen to the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday 17 October. Get the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast every weekday evening on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent on Simeon Brown's compulsory arbitration threats 5:49

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Health Minister Simeon Brown was met with booing at the senior doctors' annual conference before accusing doctors of "crossing an ethical line" and threatening compulsory arbitration. New Zealand First leader Winston Peters fired off some threats of his own suggesting regulation for Fonterra if the Lactalis sale proceeds. ACT leader David Seymour h…

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Dr Parmjeet Parmar: ACT proposes to keep credit card surcharges 3:57

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In July the Government announced a ban on surcharges on credit card payments in-store from May 2026 at the latest. ACT is attempting to block this ban by allowing credit card surcharges, as long as other payment options are offered- such as cash or eftpos. They suggest the ban will either increase prices for customers or unfairly punish businesses.…

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Steve Symon: Do we need a dedicated organised crime minister? 4:32

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The final report from a ministerial advisory group on organised crime recommends the urgent implementation of it's proposed solutions. This includes a dedicated organised crime minister, a new strategy, and a charter to hold agencies accountable. The report calls organised crime one of the 'most significant threats' to New Zealand. Chair of the adv…

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Winston Peters: New Zealand First leader on his regulation threats to Fonterra 6:03

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New Zealand First leader Winston Peters has doubled down on his criticism towards Fonterra's plan to sell Mainland and Anchor to the French company Lactalis. In an open letter to the company Peters threatened new regulations if the sale goes ahead. ACT leader David Seymour hit back saying the decision should be up to the farmers, not the Government…

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CHGO Cubs Related: How the Chicago Cubs Fell Short in 2025 & What Jed Hoyer Must Do This Offseason 1:22:50

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The Chicago Cubs fell short of their 2025 goals, losing Game 5 of the NLDS to the Milwaukee Brewers, and now all eyes are on Jed Hoyer to build a stronger roster for 2026. In this episode of CHGO Cubs Related, hosts Corey Freedman and Brendan Miller break down what went wrong this season — from roster construction to late-season struggles — and wha…

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TUCKER or BELLINGER: Who should play OF for the Chicago Cubs in 2026? | CHGO Cubs Podcast 1:00:13

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Subscribe to our NEW CHGO Cubs YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/@CHGO_CubsHow will the Cubs spend their money in 2026? Is bringing back Kyle Tucker actually an option?! Would the Cubs think about reuniting with Cody Bellinger? The CHGO Cubs crew, Luke Stuckmeyer and Joey Christopolous as they debate! Plus, the crew reacts to more Jed Hoyer'…

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Enda Brady: UK correspondent on the latest emails surfacing on Prince Andrew 5:04

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There's growing calls to strip Prince Andrew of his royal titles after more incriminating emails surfaced. Andrew reportedly told convicted child sex offender Jeffrey Epstein in an email 'we are in this together' after pictures of him with Virginia Giuffre were released. UK correspondent Enda Brady unpacks what could happen. LISTEN ABOVE See omnyst…

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Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert on Amazon's strategy for taking on the grocery market 4:54

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Amazon has been scaling up its same-day grocery delivery services across cities all over the US. It's looking to expand to 2,300 US cities by the end of the year, and investors are speculating about what it could mean for the market. Sam Dickie from Fisher Funds explained further. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Full Show Podcast: 16 October 2025 1:40:06

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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday, 16 October 2025, senior political correspondent Barry Soper and former Finance Minister Ruth Richardson share their memories of the late Jim Bolger. Police and Oranga Tamariki have been secretly investigating Gloriavale for serious allegations of mistreatment of children. Gloriav…

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The Huddle: Should we be worried about where these new ferries are coming from? 8:54

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Tonight on The Huddle, journalist Clare de Lore and Thomas Scrimgeour joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! Former Prime Minister Jim Bolger passed away - what memories do we have of him? It's been revealed the new Cook Strait ferries will be built by a Chinese company which US analysts have warned have very st…

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Jamie Mackay: The Country host on the Government's cuts to emissions targets 3:30

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The Government unveiled new emissions targets this week, and members of New Zealand's farming community have welcomed the move. 2050 methane targets were slashed 14 to 24 percent below 2017 levels - which is 24 to 47 percent lower than the previous. The Country's Jamie Mackay explained further. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy i…

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Sean Plunket: broadcaster and host of The Platform on the BSA claiming jurisdiction over online comment 6:19

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Broadcaster Sean Plunket isn't going down without a fight, as our broadcasting watchdog claims jurisdiction over his online-only company The Platform. The Broadcasting Standards Authority received a complaint from a member of the public - after the broadcaster described Māori tikanga as 'mumbo jumbo'. Sean Plunket says the BSA has 'messed this up' …

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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Will the BSA have to back down on this? 2:06

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Listen, I don't know how much most people will care about the drama that's unfolding with the BSA. Obviously here in radio world, we do, because these people are our watchdog. But if you enjoy watching people try something on and then be forced to retreat, you might enjoy this one. So what's kicked this off is that the BSA apparently decided, in se…

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Anne-Marie Brady: Canterbury University professor and China expert on the Government's new Chinese ferry-builder 4:14

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Concerns have been raised over the Government's new choice for a ferry-builder. Guangzhou Shipyard International will build and deliver two new Cook Strait ferries by 2029. It's a state-owned company that also builds Chinese warships, but Foreign Minister Peters says the military links and espionage concerns aren't a worry. Canterbury University pr…

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Dion Tilson: Parakai Springs general manager on GrabOne going into liquidation 2:39

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There's no guarantee businesses will honour unredeemed vouchers from GrabOne, which has gone into liquidation. The online deals website won’t be issuing refunds for unused purchases - and has told customers to directly contact vendors. Some sellers have indicated they’ll recognise GrabOne deals, but others say they may not be able to. Parakai Sprin…

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Virginia Courage: Gloriavale leaver on the investigation into alleged mistreatment of crying children and babies 3:37

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A Gloriavale leaver is recalling the confronting impact of child discipline practices used in the sect. Police have issued two formal warnings to the community after investigating allegations parents would cover the noses and mouths of crying children. A Herald investigation has revealed officers conducted more than 100 interviews. Virginia Courage…

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Ruth Richardson: former Finance Minister on Jim Bolger's legacy 5:17

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Jim Bolger's first Finance Minister says the former Prime Minister - who died yesterday aged 90 - sometimes sold himself short. Bolger served as an MP from 1972 and led the country for seven years. Ruth Richardson says in recent years, Bolger criticised some neo-liberal policies he oversaw. She says Bolger made tough decisions at a tough time. "His…

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Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent on the death of former Prime Minister Jim Bolger 6:54

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A flurry of tributes from current and former politicians for former Prime Minister, Jim Bolger, who died yesterday. The 90-year-old died peacefully, surrounded by family. He served as Prime Minister between 1990 and 1997. Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper looked back on some memories with the former leader. LISTEN ABOVE See omn…

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Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on Australia's unemployment rate reaching 4.5 percent 4:53

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Australia's unemployment rate jumped to 4.5 percent in September - up from 4.3 percent in August, according to new reports. This is the highest seasonally adjusted unemployment rate recorded since November 2021. Australian correspondent Murray Olds says this will likely put extra pressure on the Reserve Bank to make another interest rate cut. LISTE…

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Elliott Smith: Sportstalk host on the 10-year ban for players who defect to the R360 rugby competition 4:08

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League great Billy Slater reckons the 10 year bans for players who defect to the rebel R360 rugby competition are a bit extreme. ARL Commission chair Peter V'landys has accused R360 officials of pirating the game for financial gain. Sportstalk host Elliott Smith explains the backlash further. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf…

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Sarah Dalton: Association of Salaried Medical Specialists executive director on the backlash to Simeon Brown's comments 5:01

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The Health Minister has accused the senior doctors' union of crossing an 'ethical line' at the expense of patients. Members of the Association of Salaried Medical Specialists will join next week's mass strike. Tens of thousands of union members, across health, education, and the public sector, are walking off the job. Sarah Dalton from the Associat…

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Jed Hoyer SPEAKS and Cubs Gold Glove Finalists Announced | CHGO Cubs Podcast 59:35

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Subscribe to our NEW CHGO Cubs YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/@CHGO_CubsIt’s the annual State of the Cubs Address. Chicago Cubs President of Baseball Operations Jed Hoyer talks after the Cubs season ends in the NLDS. Hoyer lays out the plan of the offseason and offeres his opinion on the Cubs offense, Kyle Tucker’s free agency, a decision…

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Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on the new book claiming Margaret Thatcher had two affairs 5:37

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A new book, The Incidental Feminist, has claimed former UK Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher reportedly had two affairs. Thatcher, who held the role from 1979 to 1990, is remembered as having a stable marriage to her husband Denis - but the book claims Thatcher got involved with a former MP and had an earlier affair at the start of her career. UK co…

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Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the Reserve Bank modelling finds Covid-era money printing didn't cause inflation to spike 4:27

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The Reserve Bank recently disputed the idea that Covid-era money printing programme caused sky-high inflation, which cost the Government billions. Staff at the bank have published new research that concludes the bank’s $55 billion Large-Scale Asset Purchase (LSAP) programme didn’t 'meaningfully' contribute to above-target inflation following the pa…

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Brendan Larsen: Milford Asset Management expert on the impact of the US Government shutdown 3:28

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The ongoing US Government shutdown is set to have wide-reaching effects, with economists raising concerns over the impacts. Missed pay cheques and the absence of billions of dollars of Government services will likely reverberate beyond federal workers and sting the broader public. Milford Asset Management's Brendan Larsen explained further. LISTEN …

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The Huddle: Should we be worried about the Māori Party's future? 10:36

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Tonight on The Huddle, Kiwiblog writer and Curia pollster David Farrar and Jack Tame from ZB's Saturday Mornings and Q&A joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! It's been a controversial couple of days for the Māori Party. Do we see the party splitting apart? Do we think Labour will officially rule out working wi…

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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Are we surprised by these allegations we've heard about the Māori Party? 1:58

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Listen, go on and tell me that any of the allegations that we've heard about the Māori Party in the last 36 hours surprise you. Does it shock you in any way to find out that one of their MPs allegedly paid her son $120,000 of taxpayer money, that she couldn't apparently balance her own budget? And that her son allegedly abused parliamentary staff s…

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Leela Ashford: Spark Sustainability Director on the company blocking all AI-generated child sexual abuse images 4:04

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Spark's becoming the first New Zealand telco to block all child sexual abuse images made with artificial intelligence. It already stops access to photo-realistic material made by AI, but this move will extend to images which have a cartoon or artistic style. The website list comes from the Internet Watch Foundation which has seen a 400 percent incr…

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Full Show Podcast: 15 October 2025 1:40:40

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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday, 15 October 2025, shocking video footage from Gaza shows Hamas publicly executing a number of people. The Australian's Greg Sheridan tells Heather it's impossible for peace to continue with Hamas' involvement. Hospitality NZ's Sam McKinnon tells Heather the stupidest rule in hosp…

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Gabriel Boyd: Auckland University Student Association president on the new report claiming fees-free uni is a 'deadweight' 2:54

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There's growing calls to evaluate the future of fees-free university after a recent review labelled the policy 'deadweight'. The policy was originally introduced under the Jacinda-led Labour Government in 2017, with the current coalition moving the policy to cover a student's final year of university instead of the first. AUSA president Gabriel Boy…

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Sam MacKinnon: Hospitality NZ Advocacy Head welcomes Government review into sector rules 2:32

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Hospitality New Zealand is throwing its support behind a Government inspection of sector rules. Its wide-ranging review will investigate rules for everything from bars, to restaurants - to market stalls. Regulation Minister David Seymour says existing rules change frequently and are inconsistently applied. Hospitality NZ's Sam MacKinnon says the se…

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Mark Leslie: Pāmu CEO on the launch of new dairy-beef crossbreed cows 2:37

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Mooove over dairy and beef cows, for a new hybrid breed on the block. Pāmu and Livestock Improvement Corporation have created a new cattle breed - called the Synegizer. About 350 first-cross beef-on-dairy calves were born this year, and limited frozen insemination will available next spring. Pāmu CEO Mark Leslie says dairy farmers won't use Synegiz…