Best Kate Bishop Podcasts (2025)

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Misunderstood, Mislabeled, and Still Thinking About It: What to Do About Rumination 37:54

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Ever get stuck in those mental loops after heated conversations around politics and religion? Let's talk about it! In this episode, host Corey Nathan opens up about the all-too-common habit of rumination—going over those difficult conversations or moments of conflict again and again. Drawing from a powerful personal story, Corey explores what rumin…

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Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the hunger crisis in Gaza 5:20

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Contradicting statements out of the US and Israel over the hunger crisis in Gaza. The region's health authority says 14 people have died in the past 24 hours due to starvation, which Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu denies. He says Israel's enabled humanitarian aid throughout the duration of the war, otherwise there would be no Gazans. Bu…

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Mike's Minute: Sir Michael Hill will be missed 2:04

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One of the more memorable days of my life was spent at Michael Hill's house at Lake Hayes in Central Otago. He showed me his art. There was a lot of it and it was eclectic. He had his own nine-hole golf course, and it was all par 3s. This was in the days before The Hills, which in many respects was what Michael was all about – vision. He took his p…

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Jim Boult: Former Queenstown Mayor pays tribute to Sir Michael Hill 3:33

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Sir Michael Hill's being remembered for his love of the arts. He died yesterday aged 86, after a cancer battle. Hill's chain of self-named jewellery stores began in Whangārei, before becoming a global brand. Former Queenstown Mayor Jim Boult says he's well-known for his Queenstown golf course 'the Hills', and the international violin competition he…

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Pollies with Labour's Ginny Andersen and National's Mark Mitchell: Court fine dodgers, card surcharges, election law changes 10:39

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With a wide range of announcements and figures coming out over the last week, Labour’s Ginny Andersen and National’s Mark Mitchell joined Mike Hosking for Politics Wednesday. They discussed Brooke van Velden’s consultations on children collecting eggs, clamping the cars of court fine dodgers, and scrapping surcharges. Plus, they delved into the cha…

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Full Show Podcast: 30 July 2025 1:30:06

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 30th July, nurses are on strike today and gang numbers are up – a double blow for the Government. Netball NZ has secured its broadcast deal – a one year deal with TVNZ. Is it the solution, or just a band aid? Ginny Andersen and Mark Mitchell talk gang numbers, the House performances, and…

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David Cunningham: Squirrel Mortgages CEO on the record high number of mortgage holders changing banks 3:51

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Short term loans, minimal or no break fees, and cash-back incentives are driving a record number of mortgage holders changing lenders in June. More than 3,500 holders switched nearly two and a half billion dollars of debt between loan providers last month. It's the highest since records began in 2017. Squirrel Mortgages CEO David Cunningham told Mi…

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Jennie Wyllie: Netball NZ CEO on the broadcast deal with TVNZ 2:44

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Netball New Zealand will dip into its own pocket to keep the ANZ Premiership afloat in 2026. A one-year broadcast deal with TVNZ has been confirmed, with the competition to remain in the current two-round format. Chief executive Jennie Wyllie has not revealed how much the deal is worth or whether players will take a pay cut. She told Mike Hosking t…

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Paul Goulter: NZ Nurses Organisation CEO on the 24 hour nursing strike 3:56

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Nurses are fed up over chronic short-staffing, despite graduates seeking jobs. More than 30 thousand nurses and heath professionals will be off the job from 9am, withdrawing labour from all Health New Zealand services for the next 24 hours. Strikes are taking place in over 30 locations across the country, with thousands of procedures and appointmen…

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David Seymour: Associate Finance Minister on the plans to find savings for next year's Budget 6:42

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The Government has begun looking for possible areas for cutbacks for next year's Budget. Associate Finance Minister David Seymour said he hopes the Government can equal or exceed the savings achieved in its first two Budgets. He says the Government's trying to reduce its spending from about 35% of GDP to about 31%. Seymour told Mike Hosking it's an…

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Paul Basham: Assistant Police Commissioner on the rising gang numbers, charges 3:49

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As the gang numbers grow police say they're keeping a better check on their behaviour. Gang numbers have climbed past 10 thousand, up from 9,270 in 2023. Assistant Police Commissioner Paul Basham says since the Gang Act was passed, they've launched more than nine thousand charges against gang members. He told Mike Hosking they have a laser focus on…

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Bad with Money? Get Better with Tori Dunlap 1:04:21

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432. Bad with Money? Get Better with Tori Dunlap Glennon, Abby, and Amanda are doing something they've never done—talk about money. It's one of the most vulnerable topics, especially for women, where silence and shame still dominate. Joining them is Tori Dunlap—New York Times bestselling author and feminist finance expert—to help break the stigma, …

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MYSTERY: The Televangelist Bombings 34:28

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In this episode, we dive into the bizarre and still-unsolved 1990 mail bombings that targeted two of the biggest names in televangelism — John Osteen of Lakewood Church and Pat Robertson of the Christian Broadcasting Network. We explore the rise of televangelism, the attacks that nearly claimed lives, the FBI investigation, and the internet’s favor…

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Mike's Minute: We changed the election laws because we're hopeless 2:11

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If you want to get a bit angsty about the voting changes, the one everyone seems to have missed is the one about how it's being changed because we are so hopeless. On the “disenfranchised” side of the equation, I have little, if any, time for it. An election is held every three years. Between the last one and the next one that’s a lot of days to, a…

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Joel Shadbolt: L.A.B. frontman on their summer touring schedule, breaking into the US market 9:25

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Looks like the decision to go full steam ahead and focus on music has been the right one for Joel Shadbolt and L.A.B. In the time since he stepped back from teaching, the band’s won awards, released new albums, and has just released their summer schedule that will see them tour both New Zealand and Australia. They’ll be performing alongside Stan Wa…

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Jonathan Rogers: Grinding Gear Games Managing Director on the company's success 3:36

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The video game sector continues to impress. One of the biggest players in our sector has recorded another stellar year, reporting $105 million in revenue for the year to September 2024, up from $83.4 million the previous year. Grinding Gear Games, out of West Auckland, is behind the multiplayer online fantasy game Path of Exile. Managing Director J…

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Full Show Podcast: 29 July 2025 1:29:56

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 29th of July, the Government is getting rid of surcharges when you pay by card. Consumers love it, businesses aren't a fan. Board members’ pay is going up by up to 80% in some instances, with ministers justifying it by saying it's about finding the best people. Joel Shadbolt of L.A.B fame …

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Kevin Putt: Former Springbok and Kings College Rugby 7s coach on poor behaviour and brawls at sports matches 2:42

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Another instance of violence on our sports fields. A brawl broke out between parents and students during the rugby match between Auckland Grammar and De La Salle College. The match was called off, with eight police officers needed to break up the chaos. Former Springbok and Kings College Rugby 7s coach Kevin Putt told Mike Hosking while all-out bra…

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Scott Simpson: Commerce Minister on the Government scrapping in-store card surcharges 3:04

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The Commerce Minister says he's disappointed in businesses who say they will pass on the cost of surcharge scrapping. Most in-store surcharges on card payments will be banned, with the changes set to kick in next May. Scott Simpson says this is a win for consumers. He told Mike Hosking they've also taken action on the fees banks charge businesses. …

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Sam MacKinnon: Hospitality NZ Head of Advocacy on the Government banning added fees on in-store card payments 3:15

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There are fears that retailers will wear the cost of scrapping payment surcharges. The Government will ban the added fees for most in-store card payments, including paywave. Hospitality NZ Head of Advocacy Sam MacKinnon says ultimately customers were always allowed to avoid the surcharges by paying in a less convenient way. He told Mike Hosking mor…

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Judith Collins: Public Service Minister on Crown board members' pay being increased by up to 80% 4:14

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More money's discreetly finding its way into the pockets of public sector board members. A quietly released Cabinet document reveals governance board chairs could now be paid more than $160 thousand. Annual fees had previously been capped at about $90 thousand. Public Service Minister Judith Collins told Mike Hosking these people are often responsi…

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467- Eloping in Mexico City: Colorful, Chill & Uniquely You with Jenny Mac of Eloping is Fun 1:01:10

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Jenny Mac of Eloping is Fun is back on Bridechilla—and this time, she’s taking her magic from New York City to the bold, colorful energy of Mexico City! From street tacos and jaw-dropping architecture to chill vibes and heartfelt moments, Jenny shares why Mexico City is the next dream destination for couples ditching tradition in favor of fun, low-…

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UX for startups: MVP tips and common design mistakes 37:51

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Episode web page: https://bit.ly/4kYTrdD ----------------------- Got a question? Want to recommend a guest? Or do you want to tell me how the show can be better? Send me a voice message via email at [email protected] ----------------------- In this episode, we sit down with UX veteran and startup advisor Oksana Kovalchuk to explore the common…

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Mike's Minute: Who I'd have for the Governor of the Reserve Bank 2:15

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Can I suggest Jarrod Kerr for Governor of the Reserve Bank? Jarrod is Kiwibank's Chief Economist. He has been completely consistent in his ongoing commentary around interest rate cuts and the Reserve Bank's need to do more. To be fair, our own Greg Smith at Devon Funds Management has told us, and argued, a similar story. The Kiwibank economic repor…

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Full Show Podcast: 28 July 2025 1:29:51

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Monday the 28th of July, the Government are going to finally allow different and various overseas building products in so our house builds become cheaper. The Prime Minister is in his regular slot on a Monday talking road cones, foreign buyers and whether we're a launch pad for people wanting Auss…

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Christopher Luxon: Prime Minister joins Mike Hosking in-studio to discuss potential changes to US trade tariffs 11:13

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More uncertainty this week for Kiwi businesses exporting into the US. Donald Trump has agreed to a new trade deal with the EU this morning, which includes a 15% tariff on EU imports to the US. Trump's also indicated he'll raise the baseline tariff all countries face, from 10-percent to 15-percent. Christopher Luxon told Mike Hosking New Zealand has…

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Justine Thorpe: Co-chair of Health Accelerator discusses use of AI in GP practices 3:10

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Four of the country's largest primary health organisations are pooling their resources together in an effort to deliver more digital solutions. More than 500 general practices, supporting over two million patients fall under the umbrella of Pegasus, Pinnacle, Procare and Tu Ora Compass Health. Justine Thorpe is the Co-chair of the new innovation hu…

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Chris Penk: Building and Construction Minister says allowing foreign building materials will encourage competitive business 3:07

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The Government says foreign building materials will help bolster the construction sector. A new pathway will mean any product, no matter where it's from, will be able to be used if it passes New Zealand standards. Building and Construction Minister Chris Penk says it will increase competition and in turn lower prices. He told Mike Hosking that we'r…

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Rob Clark: SEEK Country Manager says number of job ads posted to site continue to drop 3:17

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The job market is slowly rebounding from last year's low point. SEEK's latest Employment Report shows job ads dropped for a second month, down three percent month on month. Applications per job ad fell two percent. Country Manager Rob Clark told Mike Hosking this is just a small drop, and we're still at record unemployment levels. He says the job m…

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Neil Beales: Corrections Deputy Commissioner says voluntary segregation in prisons is on the rise 3:04

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Fears for safety in our prisons may be pushing more inmates to seek out segregation. The number of voluntary segregations surged 66-percent from almost 7,300 in 2018 - to more than 12 thousand in 2023. Corrections Deputy Commissioner Neil Beales says it's largely driven by the perception of gangs and their activity. He says our prison population is…

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27 July, John Arnott joined by Steven Wells, Sandra Schwarz and Kate Archdeacon

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On Sunday 27 July, John Arnott - Horticulturist, was joined by Steven Wells - Gardens Coordinator, Horticultural Therapist & Nurse; Sandra Schwarz - Landscape Architect; and Kate Archdeacon - My Smart Garden Program Coordinator.Text your gardening questions to 0488 809 855, or call 9419 0155 while we're on the air.Tune in 7:30 - 9:15am Sundays on 8…

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The Power of Rethinking Everything with Dr. Yaba Blay (Best Of) 1:07:53

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1. Why the construct of beauty is oppressive, but the essence of beauty is freedom. 2. What living with integrity looks like. 3. Why Dr. Blay doesn’t need any more allies—and what she really wants from an accomplice. 4. How “Karens” have been around for centuries—and the direct line from “Miss Anne to Karen.” 5. Dr. Blay’s greatest hope for her gra…

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Mike's Minute: Orr has shown his lack of professionalism 2:03

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Michael Reddell, who appears on this show a fair bit, has put the Adrian Orr resignation back in the news. He has a source close to the action that, in simple terms, suggests that Orr packed a sad at a couple of meetings, one of which was with Nicola Willis, the chair of the Reserve Bank Neil Quigley wrote to Orr with a list of concerns over that b…

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Mark the Week: Trump has had a significantly positive week 2:20

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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. Trump: 7/10 He has had a significantly positive week: SCOTUS sacking people has gone his way, deals with Indonesia, the Philippines, and Japan, and Australia flipped on beef. Only downside is he's stuck in the Epstein files, and h…

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Mike's Minute: Coldplay kiss cam - it's none of our business 2:01

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In a way it’s the sort of response you would have expected from Liam Gallagher. He's back on stage, and seemingly lapping it up, and asked about the love birds in the audience. He said "don't worry, we ain’t got any of that Coldplay snidey f***ing camera shit. Doesn’t matter to us who you are mingling with - or tingly with, fingingly with.” “None o…

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Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the latest developments in the Epstein Files saga 4:32

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Unprecedented discussions between a high-ranking US justice official and Ghislaine Maxwell. CNN reports Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche met with Jeffery Epstein's accomplice in her Florida prison, where she's serving a 20 year sentence for child sex trafficking and abuse offences. Intelligence Analyst John Miller says a meeting like this is un…

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Wrapping the Week with Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson: Mike's hot water and lemons saga 10:56

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Friday is upon us, so Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson joined Mike Hosking to Wrap the Week that was. There’s been another development in Mike’s hot water and lemon saga – how many lemons can you get for $27? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Full Show Podcast: 25 July 2025 1:30:36

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Friday 25th of July, the Government is changing election rules to stop same-day enrolment and banning food and drink within 100 meters of voting stations. Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith has announced a new measure that would see the cars of court fine evaders clamped or seized. Kate Hawkesby and …

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Allan Pollard: Civil Contractors NZ CEO on the need for more work in the sector 1:49

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It’s a conflicting time for the civil contracting sector. The Government has been touting a ‘turning point’ for the industry at this week’s conference, promising $6 billion worth of infrastructure projects underway before Christmas. However, the latest industry survey results tell a different story, with 73% of respondents saying the lack of work i…

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Paul Goldsmith: Justice Minister on the number plate scanning technology to identify court fine evaders 6:43

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People with unpaid court fines could be at risk of having cars clamped or seized from tonight. The Government's trialling number plate scanning technology, which bailiffs can use at police checkpoints to identify fine evaders. Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith told Mike Hosking there's more than $100 million in unpaid fines. He hopes the trial's effe…

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Catherine D'Souza: ANZ Society of Palliative Medicine Chair on New Zealand's palliative care system dropping to rank 12th in the world 2:01

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Our palliative care system may be waning as demand grows, prompting a push for action. We've fallen from third in the world in palliative care access ten years ago, to 12th place. An article in the New Zealand Medical Journal finds we have less than a third of the recommended number of specialists per capita, and many are nearing retirement. Author…

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Andrew Geddis: Otago University Electoral Law Expert on the potential changes to voting and electoral day enrolments 2:49

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A belief changes to electoral day enrolments addresses slow administrative process and voter slackness. The Government's looking to ban prisoner votes, stop free food and entertainment at voting stations, and enforce a 13-day pre-election enrolment rule to vote. Otago University Electoral Law Expert Andrew Geddis told Mike Hosking same day enrolmen…

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Nicola Willis: Finance Minister on the meeting with Fonterra over butter prices 5:37

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Nicola Willis is defending her decision to seek answers from Fonterra about its prices. The price of butter has almost doubled in the past 14 months because Asia is demanding more, and Europe is producing less. Fonterra is ruling out selling butter to New Zealanders at a lower price than it makes overseas. But Willis told Mike Hosking she has no re…

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Finding Purpose, Building Wealth, and Staying Grounded in Uncertain Times with Jorge Meza 51:36

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In today's economic and political climate, how can we all keep our heads while everyone else is losing theirs? Talkin' tariffs, budget deficits, the Fed, interest rates, and all kinds of fun stuff! In this episode of Talkin' Politics & Religion Without Killin' Each Other, host Corey Nathan welcomes long-time friend and investment advisor Jorge Meza…

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How to Let Go of “Not Enough” with Melissa Arnot Reid 1:03:21

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431. How to Let Go of “Not Enough” with Melissa Arnot Reid Melissa Arnot Reid—the first American woman to summit Everest without supplemental oxygen—opens up about her journey from a difficult childhood to discovering true self-worth, revealing how even the highest peaks can’t quiet the voice of unworthiness within. -Why Everest became Melissa’s cl…

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MYSTERY: Lake Lanier 38:35

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Beneath the waters of Lake Lanier in Georgia lies something far more haunting than fish and tree stumps. We're talking entire towns, graveyards that were never fully relocated, and a history soaked in tragedy. Before it was a popular summer destination, Lake Lanier was the site of a federal project that displaced hundreds of families—many of them B…

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Mike's Minute: Here's where the Govt are in trouble 2:20

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The Government are in trouble in a couple of areas: 1) FamilyBoost. What they said would happen, numbers wise, didn't. 2) Police recruits. What they said would happen, will not. 3) The ban on foreign buyers for houses now looks farcical. Yesterday's attempt by the NZ Herald to make some Winston Peters' comments look like news was a beat up, because…

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Claire Matthews: Massey University Banking Expert on the new subscription traps 4:18

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Banks are sounding the alarm over a new kind of subscription trap. Instead of a typical ‘forgot to cancel scenario’, businesses are instead selling goods and services that hook customers into reoccurring subscription payments. Westpac says it’s stopped nearly 20,000 customers from being fleeced in the past three months, stopping more than $25 milli…

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Full Show Podcast: 24 July 2025 1:30:05

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Thursday 24th of July, for the first time since 2009, rents are on the way back down around the country. The Government has directed Sport NZ to axe inclusion principles for transgender people – Sport Minister Mark Mitchell explains the decision. Global superstar Ed Sheeran joins us for an exclusi…

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Mark Mitchell: Sport Minister on the directive for Sport NZ to remove the transgender guidelines 3:24

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The Sports Minister's standing up for a coalition-based decision directing Sport New Zealand to remove its community sport trans guidelines. The 2022 principles allowed people to play community sports according to their gender identity. Sport Minister Mark Mitchell told Mike Hosking most fair-minded Kiwis would agree with the move, which honours sa…