Best Janet Murray Podcasts (2025)

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Social media can amplify cancel culture - Kelly speaks to Janet Murray about Cancellation and Cancer 1:15:02

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Send us a text If this resonates with you, I help women work through these issues in counselling. You can book a free consultation with me at kellyoliverdougall.co.uk If you would like to support Janet to raise money so she can publish her book, Please Don't Share My Name you can donate here - https://buymeacoffee.com/janetmurray Summary In this co…

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Best of the Best: Jess Michaels Survived Epstein. Now She’s Speaking Up 49:59

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Since the government shutdown ended, there’s been a renewed focus on releasing the Epstein files. And after the House and Senate voted to compel the Justice Department to make the files public, President Trump signed the bill, beginning a 30-day countdown to their release. With this as a backdrop, we thought it would be a good time to re-up an epis…

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Full Show Podcast: 24 November 2025 1:28:11

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Monday the 24th of November, National have their first 2026 election policy of increased Kiwi contributions. Is it a bottom line? And what do their coalition partners think of it? Prime Minister Chris Luxon says whether the coup rumours are real and what to do to boost our dollar. Jason Pine and A…

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Mike's Minute: Britain's COVID enquiry highlights Labour's mistakes 2:23

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The overarching view of the British Covid inquiry is that lockdown did not need to happen. Their inquiry is different to our two For a start, the key players turned up. Boris Johnson and co got grilled. Ardern and Hipkins and co never did because they refused. It still seems to me an astonishing act of arrogance that the same people who made such p…

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Commentary Box: Andrew Saville and Jason Pine discuss Auckland FC, the All Blacks and the Las Vegas Grand Prix 11:53

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Jason Pine and Andrew Saville join Mike Hosking this morning to discuss the weekend's sports. On the table today: Auckland FC were not at their best as they struggled to a draw against Brisbane Roar. The All Blacks have ended their northern tour on a positive after defeating Wales, but failed to secure their 'grand slam tour'. And both McLaren's we…

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Greg Peters: New Zealand Rugby League CEO discusses addition of Christchurch to RLWC venues 2:12

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Christchurch has been added to the list of cities hosting games for next year's Rugby League World Cup. The city joins Australia and Papua New Guinea as hosts for the event, and although the addition is a surprise for fans, it has been in the works for a while. New Zealand Rugby League CEO Greg Peters told Mike Hosking that, 'it's been on the cards…

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Chris Luxon: Prime Minister confident he will lead National at next year's election 10:47

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Chris Luxon says he is confident that he will lead National in next year's general election. A hit in the polls raised questions about his leadership last week, and rumours spread that he would be replaced come next election. The Prime Minister has denied these rumours. He told Mike Hosking that, 'It's quite hard to take this seriously because I've…

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Bridget Snelling: Xero Country Manager urges consumers to shop local on Black Friday 2:12

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There are calls for shoppers to choose smaller businesses this black Friday, and holiday season. Data from accounting service - Xero - reveals shifting just 10% of consumer spending from big to small retailers, could bring $11billion into independent businesses. That excludes spending like utilities, and transport. Xero Country Manager Bridget Snel…

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Murray Harris: Milford Asset Management, KiwiSaver Head supports Government's Kiwisaver pledge - but wants more details 2:56

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A promise to increase Kiwisaver rates is being described as a fundamentally good move - even if there's more to do. National says it will lift default contributions to six percent by 2032 - matching Australia's 12-percent superannuation rate. Employer contributions would increase by half a percent each year - but not until 2029. Milford Asset Manag…

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Justin Tighe-Umbers: National Road Carriers Association chief executive discusses calls for NZTA to impound vehicles 3:12

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A push for NZTA to be given the same powers as Police - to impound unsafe trucks. The trucking industry wants tougher rules, after an Auckland operator was jailed for manslaughter last year. Ashik Ali kept his truck on the road despite it being banned, and its failed brakes caused it to roll away and fatally hit a road worker last year. National Ro…

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Mike's Minute: We need to understand debt better 2:00

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There is a growing idea in economic circles in America that young people might never own anything. It's based on the recent news that a new car average price cracked $50,000 for the first time. It was added to by Trump's idea that we have 50-year mortgages. In the US, 30 years is pretty standard, and they have the fixed interest rate that lasts dec…

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Mark the Week: This week could have been so different for the All Blacks 2:09

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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. Uber: 3/10 The Supreme Court may have read the law, which means the law needs changing, because what the four drivers wanted and won is not what the gig economy is all about. Ferries: 6/10 Two ships, a big saving, and an improveme…

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Mike's Minute: Richard Chambers is the Police Commissioner we need 2:03

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Would we be asking the questions of Police Commissioner Richard Chambers if we hadn't been dealing with McSkimming and Coster and Co.? From my dealings with Chambers, he is exactly the sort of person who the Police need leading them. He is one of those appointments that when it's made, you get it, unlike the Coster appointment. When it was made you…

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Mick Akers: F1 Journalist previews the 2025 Las Vegas Grand Prix 3:54

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Formula 1 is touching down in Vegas amid the bright lights of Sin City. Lando Norris is currently in the lead, holding a 24-point buffer over McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri. And Liam Lawson is preparing to roll the Formula 1 dice, unlikely to learn of his future before the season ends. F1 Journalist Mick Akers told Mike Hosking the event is trackin…

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Wrapping the Week with Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson: Winston Peters, the media, living in the US 10:33

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It's Friday once again which means Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson are back with Mike Hosking to Wrap the Week that Was. They discussed the cost of living in the United States, the media, and Winston Peters' latest announcement about the Regulatory Standards Act. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Todd Hunter: Turners Automotive CEO on reporting a $21.9 million profit for the six months to September 3:42

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Turners Automotive seems to be continuing to defy the odds, both with the economy and the second-hand market. They’ve posted a record $21.9 million profit, up 13% for the six months to September. The company is on track for a full year result of around $600 million, before tax. CEO Todd Hunter told Mike Hosking the used car market is resilient and …

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Full Show Podcast: 21 November 2025 1:28:18

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Friday 21st of November, Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith discusses the drop in victims of violent crime and how the campaign against gangs is going one year in. Winston Peters explains his changed stance on the Regulatory Standards Bill and what happens under MMP. And Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson …

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Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the Epstein Files and Dick Cheney's Funeral 4:32

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George W. Bush has paid a fond farewell to his friend and former Vice President, Dick Cheney. The former Republican President has spoken at Cheney's funeral at Washington's National Cathedral. He was a divisive figure in American politics, both for his role as the driving force behind the Iraq War, and his scathing criticism of Donald Trump. But Bu…

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Elliott Smith: Newstalk ZB Rugby Commentator previews the All Blacks v Wales clash 2:30

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A revamped All Blacks side has been tasked with maintaining an almost 72-year unbeaten legacy against Wales on Sunday morning in Cardiff. Three players —captain and lock Scott Barrett, flanker Simon Parker and Will Jordan, who shifts to the right wing— remain in the run-on side from last week's loss to England. Ardie Savea and Codie Taylor are amon…

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Nigel Hampton: Criminal defence lawyer on the Police saying they have sufficient evidence to charge Pike River officials with manslaughter 3:51

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There’s a belief that the delay in investigating the Pike River mine disaster will influence the Crown's decision on charging those responsible. Police believe they have sufficient evidence to lay manslaughter charges against officials involved. This week marks 15 years since the 29 men never came home from the West Coast mine. Criminal defence law…

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Winston Peters: NZ First Leader on his promises to repeal the Regulatory Standards Act 7:26

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Winston Peters says the Coalition is doing just fine after his change of position on ACT's Regulatory Standards Bill. The NZ First Leader says next year he will campaign on getting rid of the legislation, despite supporting it just last week. ACT Leader David Seymour finds that worrying. But Peters told Mike Hosking he rejects any claim the Coaliti…

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Paul Goldsmith: Justice Minister on the number of victims of violent crime falling by 38,000 2:44

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The Justice Minister isn't resting on his laurels following optimistic new crime data. The Crime and Victims Survey shows there were 147 thousand victims of serious violent crime in the year to August. That’s 38 thousand fewer victims than when the coalition came into Government in 2023. Paul Goldsmith told Mike Hosking the outcome is a result of t…

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Jo McKenna: Italy Correspondent on the new influencer registration system 4:39

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Italian influencers are subject to new rules. AGCOM, the Italian Communications Authority, has implemented a plan that forces relevant influencers to register and adhere to a code of conduct, or face fines. The rules apply to those with 500,000 followers, or at least 1 million monthly views, or both, on social media such as Instagram, TikTok, YouTu…

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Paige Tapara: Kiwi singer-songwriter on her success, making music, and new EP 'paigesspace' 9:46

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Five years after the release of her debut EP ‘Always Growing’, Paige Tapara’s music has taken her around the world. She’s a big deal in Korea —‘Always Growing’ having gone Platinum there— and has just returned from performing her first headline show in Seoul, South Korea. Her fame in Asia came as a little bit of a surprise, she confessed, as she, s…

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Janet Purdey: Ngā Haerenga NZ Cycle Trails CEO on the Great Rides delivering over a billion dollars into regional economy 2:05

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New Zealand's top cycle trails are pumping more than $1.2 billion a year into local economies. New data shows visitor spend attributed to the country's 23 Great Rides jumped 35% compared to 2021. Nights spent in nearby accommodations are up 25% at around 4.5 million. Ngā Haerenga NZ Cycle Trails CEO Janet Purdey told Mike Hosking they’re marketing …

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Full Show Podcast: 20 November 2025 1:28:22

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Thursday 20th of November, Minister for Rail Winston Peters discusses the new ferry deal and whether the timeline will be stuck to. The phone ban in schools is working, according to a new ERO report, but we need teachers to be enforcing it more. Kiwi singer Paige has gone from strength to strength…

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Ben Condon: Heidi NZ Clinical Director on the AI health scribe to be rolled out across emergency departments and GPs 3:19

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Doctors in Health New Zealand's emergency departments could soon be saving precious time with the roll out of a helpful AI tool. AI technology Heidi creates a written transcript of doctors' consultations and makes a medical note. Country-wide trials show clinicians could see an extra patient per shift, while bringing down average documentation time…

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Ruth Shinoda: ERO Education Evaluation Centre Head on the ban on phones in schools, the need for more parental support 3:29

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Schools need more support from parents to get the most out a student phone ban. A "phones away for the day" policy's been in place since Term Two last year. An Education Review Office report shows two thirds of teachers saw a rise in student achievement, but only half of students are following the rules. Head of ERO Education Evaluation Centre Ruth…

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Feminism has got Massive Balls - Kelly talks to Nonika Nonika 58:27

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Send us a text If this resonates with you, I help women work through these issues in counselling. You can book a free consultation with me at kellyoliverdougall.co.uk Find Nonika here - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100095728833512 Summary The conversation explores the true essence of feminism, challenging traditional perceptions that equ…

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Casey Costello: Associate Health Minister on smoking rates reducing, push to keep youth from vaping 3:07

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There’s encouraging evidence that the "cool" component of vaping among young people is shifting. The 2024/25 New Zealand Health Survey shows smoking prevalence is at 6.8% – a slight decline on last year, with 12% of adult Kiwis vaping daily. Associate Health Minister Casey Costello told Mike Hosking the Government's cracked down on enforcement for …

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Winston Peters: Rail Minister on the Cook Strait Ferry project coming in under budget 3:15

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Minister for Rail Winston Peters believes the binned iRex ferry plan would have meant major infrastructure issues that are no longer a worry. He's announced the two new Interislander ferries are expected to come in on time and under budget, for less than $2 billion. Peters told Mike Hosking Tasmania is struggling with two new ferries and no infrast…

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John Cameron: GP on the Government halting the prescription of puberty blockers for gender dysphoria 3:18

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A registered GP has concerns about the issue of puberty blockers being handled by politicians. No child or young person experiencing gender dysphoria or incongruence will be able to start taking gonadotropin-releasing hormones from December 19. Health Minister Simeon Brown says Cabinet has agreed to new settings until the outcomes of a major clinic…

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Full Show Podcast: 19 November 2025 1:28:24

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 19th of November, BusinessNZ is calling for cross-party vision and a solid plan to strengthen New Zealand by 2050 in order to avoid a dire economic future. It’s been revealed that the Ministry of Social Development has handed out $38 million in business start up grants for seemingly very…

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Pollies: National's Mark Mitchell and Labour's Ginny Andersen on the Hutt Bridge scandal, Green's mining policy, environment policy 11:17

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Today on Politics Wednesday, Mike Hosking was joined by Labour’s Ginny Andersen and National’s Mark Mitchell to delve into the biggest political stories of the week thus far. They discussed the Hutt Bridge situation, whether Labour backs the Green Party’s mining policy, and the anniversary of the Pike River tragedy. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/…

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David Mair: Sanford Managing Director on profits surging 224% and reducing debt by half 3:57

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A big turnaround for fisheries company Sanford with the reveal of their latest profits. They’ve reported an after-tax profit of $63.7 million – a 224% increase for the year to September. Cash flow was also up 85%, helping cut debt by nearly half to $93.4 million. Sanford Managing Director David Mair told Mike Hosking that by focusing on customers, …

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Nick Draper: Canterbury University Professor on their new protective headgear for junior rugby players 3:57

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New game-changing headgear has been developed to protect junior rugby players. After more than a decade of study into the causes and consequences of head collisions by rugby players, Canterbury University researchers have developed new soft shell protective headgear for juniors. It could be on sale early next year. Professor Nick Draper told Mike H…

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Catherine Beard: BusinessNZ Advocacy Director on the report calling for a long-term plan to strengthen the country by 2050 2:39

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Bold, bipartisan centred planning is key to ensuring New Zealand doesn't succumb to the effects of a dwindling population and economic growth. A new BusinessNZ report's calling for a cross-party vision and long-term goals to strengthen the country by 2050. It notes a labour shortage of at least a quarter of a million is expected before then, and th…

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Phil O'Reilly: Former Welfare Expert Advisory Group member on the effectiveness of the business start up grant 5:35

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A welfare expert says one of the Government's grants is a good idea in principle. The Taxpayers’ Union has revealed the business start up grant has dished out $38 million with little to show for it. Documents retrieved through the Official Information Act show hundreds of the recipients struggled and returned to a benefit within two years. Former W…

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Glenn Dobson: Drug Detection Agency CEO on drug tests revealing the increasing use of opioids in New Zealand 3:13

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There are concerns overseas opioid abuse trends are taking hold here. The Drug Detection Agency's data for the three months to September finds opioids showed up in 18% of positive tests. It warns opioid detections are stabilising at this high level, while some regions like Gisborne recorded a sharp increase of 41%. CEO Glenn Dobson told Mike Hoskin…

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Greg Durkin: Building and Construction ITO Director on less than 50% of apprentices completing their training 3:28

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A weak construction industry's done nothing to help low completion rates among apprenticeships. Vocational Education Minister Penny Simmonds says more than half of apprentices in training are dropping out. She's seeking extra funding so new industry bodies can investigate the number of dropouts. Building and Construction ITO Director Greg Durkin to…

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Mike's Minute: This is why the govt shouldn't mess with markets 2:22

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This is how we end up in trouble. Things are said that aren't challenged. Here's the headline: "NZ will be dumping ground for high emission cars". That was a claim from an EV lobby group. I wonder why they would say that? Chris Hipkins said, or was allowed to say, that we had one of the highest uptakes of EVs in the world and the Government stopped…

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Societal perceptions limit us - Kelly talks to Saw K Myint 57:04

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Send us a text If this resonates with you, I help women work through these issues in counselling. You can book a free consultation with me at kellyoliverdougall.co.uk Summary In this conversation, the speaker delves into the complexities of truth and perception, emphasizing how our understanding is often clouded by our emotions and reflections of o…

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Rod Liddle: UK Correspondent on the UK Government's planned overhaul of the immigration system 7:56

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The UK Government's confirmed plans for a major overhaul of the country's immigration system to stem the flow of illegal immigration. Asylum seekers will need to wait at least 20 years for permanent residency and won't be guaranteed financial support. Failed asylum seekers and their families may face deportation to countries like Syria. The UK Gove…

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Mike's Minute: Can the Opportunity Party succeed? 2:06

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Well, welcome back Opportunity. I think I have that right. Opportunity is the former "The Opportunities Party". Now it's just "The Opportunity Party". It has a new leader and a new tax policy. They have been looking for a leader for ages and they even advertised. None of this is a good sign. Their biggest problem is the market is full – there is no…

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Malcolm Turnbull: Former Australian Prime Minister on relations with China and the US, Australian politics 17:30

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International relations and geopolitics have become increasingly complex in the last few decades, many countries in the Pacific pulled between China and the United States – the two superpowers at odds with each other. But former Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull believes the relationships with the two are equally important. “The relationsh…

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Full Show Podcast: 18 November 2025 1:28:32

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 18th of November, the Government is slashing emissions charges for bringing in new cars and launching a full review of the Clean Car Standard. Uber drivers have had a major win in the Supreme Court with four drivers now ruled to be employees, not contractors. Former Australian Prime Minist…

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Shane Maddren: Russell–Orongo Bay Holiday Park Manager on removing all TVs from its accommodation 3:01

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A Northland holiday park's scrapping its TVs to allow nature to take centre stage. Russell–Orongo Bay Holiday Park is one of the first holiday parks in New Zealand to go completely TV-free. It's encouraging guests to unplug from screens and reconnect with the natural world. Park Manager Shane Maddren told Mike Hosking they have plenty of activities…

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Mike Johnson: Police Assistant Commissioner on the next phase of the Mental Health Response Change Programme 3:24

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Police say their new approach to mental health callouts is working. They're now in phase three out of four of the programme, meaning there's a higher threshold for officers to attend calls from mental health workers. Officers will also assess the appropriateness before responding to missing persons reports for those with mental health concerns. Pol…

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Brad Pierce: Treadlite CEO on the first rubber road being constructed in Canterbury in January 2026 2:26

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Canterbury is paving the way for the country's first rubber road. Selwyn District Council is planning a rubber road surface trial at Glentunnel on State Highway 77 in January. Treadlite New Zealand is the only company providing the recycled rubber granules for use in pavements in the country. Chief Executive Brad Pierce told Mike Hosking this isn't…

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Jacqueline Rowarth: Lincoln University Adjunct Professor of AgriScience on the potential impact of geopolitics on agricultural exports 2:52

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Geopolitics could be increasingly dictating the future of agriculture. A Rabobank report is warning tensions between the United States and China means agricultural exports are at risk of "becoming pawns on a geopolitical chessboard." It suggests 2026 could mark a new era of geopolitical influenced agriculture sector. Lincoln University Adjunct Prof…