Best Kyle Fleming Podcasts (2025)

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Sam Stubbs: Simplicity Founder on the potential changes to banks' capital requirements 2:48

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A reassurance that banking won't be much riskier even if capital rules are changed. The Reserve Bank's put out two proposals to loosen capital requirements after the government called for it. One of them is reducing minimum capital requirement for deposit takers from $30 million to $5 million. Founder of KiwiSaver provider Simplicity, Sam Stubbs to…

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James Fuller: Hnry CEO on the number of self-employed people opting out of KiwiSaver 3:19

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Self-employed people are opting out of KiwiSaver, putting their retirements at risk. A new report from the Retirement Commission and accounting firm Hnry's reveals only 44% of self-employed people actively contribute compared to 78% of employees. It shows 41% of self-employed workers don't get any government contribution. Hnry CEO James Fuller told…

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Full Show Podcast: 26 August 2025 34:10

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Tuesday 26th of August 2025, The Reserve Bank’s giving capital rules a second look, Simplicity Founder Sam Stubbs shares his thoughts. The Retirement Commission is warning that self-employed people are investing at less than half the amount into their retirement than that of employees. Univers…

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Elizabeth Rata: Auckland University Sociologist of Education on more A-grades being handed out 3:30

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There's a view that NCEA has impacted how Universities grade their students. A report by the New Zealand Initiative has found the proportion of A grades has increased from 22% to 35% since 2006. It shows a dramatic rise during Covid - and can't be explained by academic improvement. Auckland University Sociologist of Education, Elizabeth Rata told R…

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Ryan Bridge: Peeni Henare strikes again 2:23

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At the rate it’s going, this by-election could cost Labour the real election. Peeni Henare’s popping out policies toxic to the general electorate but popular with the 10,000 odd voters he’ll need to win Tamaki Makarau. First it was bringing back the gang patches, which left middle New Zealand scratching their heads. We’ve been there, done that with…

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Steve Cullen: Criminal lawyer discusses the punishment fatal road accidents involving drugs and alcohol 2:30

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A clear message has been sent around driving under the influence after the jailing of a 20-year-old, who killed one of his friends in a crash. Alexander Lucas Kerr has been sentenced to 27 months in prison after his friend died, and the other was severely injured. Kerr had cannabis in his system when he crashed his car in a semi-rural part of Havel…

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Full Show Podcast: 25 August 2025 34:27

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Monday 25th of August 2025, Police Minister Mark Mitchell joins Ryan to talk about the issues with Police recruits. Andrew Alderson has the latest on the weekend's sport. Criminal Lawyer Steve Cullen shares his thoughts about where to draw the line on drug driving. Plus UK/ Europe Corresponden…

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Mark Mitchell: Police Minister on new police recruits 4:28

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The Police Minister says our Police force is 'world-class' after concerns were revealed about officers' preparedness. A survey of training officers released to the Herald found 55 percent feel new cops were barely or not at all well equipped with knowledge of arrest and charge procedures. Mark Mitchell says told Ryan Bridge this is about probationa…

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Ryan Bridge: I've had it with vicious dogs 2:08

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How many more children and pets will we tolerate being maimed and punctured to death on suburban streets before this actually gets taken seriously I’ve personally had three people in my life who who’ve been out for a walk with their wee pups, on a leash, registered for $200, poop bags in hand to do the right thing. Only to be attacked by some absol…

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Sam Ackerman: Sports Commentator previews the second Rugby Championship clash against Argentina 3:37

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The All Blacks are demanding a discipline improvement as they count down to the rematch against Argentina in Buenos Aires. After having the better of the penalty count nine to four in the first half of the opening win, the tally was 12 penalties a piece at fulltime. The All Blacks also copped two second half yellow cards, one of which went to centr…

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David Cunningham: Squirrel Mortgages CEO on first home buyers dominating the market 3:02

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A notable shift in the housing market as first home buyers have the highest share of purchases in two decades. The Cotality Monthly Housing Chart shows first home buyers account for 27% of market activity in July, a 5% jump on the long-term average. It also finds existing homeowners trading up or down, remain at historically low levels. Head of Squ…

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John Wineera: Retired Lieutenant Colonel and defence expert on the new planes, helicopters, defence spend 3:41

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Our defence aircraft could soon be playing cat-and-mouse with submarines following a multibillion-dollar investment. The Governments putting $2.7 billion towards two new Airbus A321 planes to replace older planes. Five Seahawk helicopters are also being bought, equipped with anti-submarine torpedo systems. Retired Lieutenant Colonel and defence exp…

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Full Show Podcast: 22 August 2025 34:21

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Friday 22nd of August 2025, The Government's gone shopping for some new planes and helicopters, at the tune of $2.7 billion, retired Lieutenant Colonel and security expert, Josh Wineera shares his thoughts. New data from Cotality shows people getting on the property ladder are actually at the …

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Vincent McAviney: Europe Correspondent on the Israeli military beginning first stages of ground offensive in Gaza 1:49

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Israel's military has begun the first stages of a planned ground offensive in Gaza City, causing Palestinians to flee. It's pressing ahead with its plan to occupy the war-torn city despite international criticism. New Zealand's one of 27 countries demanding Israel give foreign media access to Gaza to cover the “unfolding humanitarian catastrophe”. …

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Ryan Bridge: I've had it with small carparks 1:59

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We should all be happy, the weekend’s finally here. But there’s an issue of major national significance I need to get off my chest: I have had it with car parks so small, you couldn’t fit a shopping trolly in them. What exactly do they think we’re driving? Go-karts? No. People are buying big cars. Utes that cross the white lines. Station wagons tha…

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Casey McDaniel - Pest Control & Crazy Exit Multiples 43:04

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Pest control companies sell for some of the highest multiples of any services businesses - this podcast uncovers why. Patrick Dichter and Clint Fiore interview Casey McDaniel, the co-founder of King Pest Solutions. We discuss Casey's journey of scaling to +$2M within 3 years, what the business might sell for today, and Casey's exit number he'd be h…

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What if I Make a Financial Mistake with Monica Kaufman - 193 45:25

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In this week's episode, we tackle a topic that's all too familiar to many of us: making financial mistakes, getting back on track, and, most importantly, overcoming the shame that often accompanies these blunders. We all make money mistakes at some point, but it's how we handle them that defines our financial journey. Joining me is the incredible M…

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Julian Leys: Building Industry Federation CEO on Fletcher Building's financial loss 2:33

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It's been another tough year for Fletcher Building. The construction giant's announced a net loss of $419 million, compared to a loss of $227 million last year. It's pondering selling its residential and development division and continues to consider offers for its construction division and other subsidiaries. Building Industry Federation CEO Julia…

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John Battersby: Massey University Senior Fellow on the report from the Security Intelligence Service 3:10

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The fact a terrorist attack on New Zealand remains a future possibility is coming as no surprise to one security expert. A Security Intelligence Service report states we're facing one of the most challenging national security environments in recent times. It's kept our terrorism threat at low, indicating an attack is realistically possible. Massey …

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Nicola Willis: Finance Minister on Reserve Bank cutting the OCR 6:20

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A steady slide to the OCR is gently flowing through to households. The Reserve Bank's cut the cash rate from 5.5% to 3% over the past 13 months and is also signalling further possible cuts on the way. Assistant Governor Karen Silk says many people have been fixing on higher short-term rates while they hold out for lower long-term rates. Finance Min…

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Full Show Podcast: 21 August 2025 34:36

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Thursday 21st of August 2025, Finance Minister Nicola Willis shares her thoughts on the Reserve Bank cutting the OCR by 25 basis points to 3%. A violent extremist attack in New Zealand is a realistic possibility, according to the NZSIS Massey University security expert John Battersby gives his…

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Ryan Bridge: What the OCR says about the state of our economy 2:23

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Remember just a few weeks ago how Sir John Key wanted 100 point cut from Reserve Bank? We'll, they've almost given him what he wants. It's easy to be an armchair critic of the boffins down at Number 2 The Terrace - "They should have gone for 50." "Club 25 was too cautious." But markets listen as much to the guff after the big cut announcement as mu…

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Kelly Eckhold: Westpac Chief Economist on ahead of today's OCR announcement 3:47

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Economists are expecting a 25 point basis cut from today's OCR announcement, but it could be the last one for a while. The Reserve Bank will announce it's decision at 2pm. Westpac Chief Economist Kelly Eckhold says last time around there were more notable arguments among the board. He told Ryan Bridge at least one member of the board didn't want to…

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Margaret Cooney: Octopus Energy Chief Operating Officer on the new Electricity Authority rules for generators 4:06

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Changes for our electricity sector could just be small steps in levelling the playing field. New Electricity Authority rules will require generators to sell energy to everyone at the same rate. This will stop our big four companies, known as gentailers, offering themselves discounts and limiting competition. Octopus Energy Chief Operating Officer M…

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Full Show Podcast: 20 August 2025 34:23

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Listen to the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 20 August. Get the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast every weekday morning on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Kyle Brewerton: Auckland's Remuera Intermediate Principal on only a quarter of Year 8 students achieved curriculum writing 3:32

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Belief changes to class sizes and staffing are needed to improve writing achievement at intermediate level. The Government's launching a new digital tool for students sitting below the standard and introducing more professional development in literacy. New data shows only a quarter of Year Eight students achieved their curriculum writing level last…

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Ryan Bridge: What can Nicola do about inflation contributors? 2:44

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Electricity and groceries are your two big ticket inflation targets. Punters want to pay less for both. There are nuclear options available: Cut the gentailers in half by force. Those pro-wrecking ball argue if you force them to separate out the generation side of the business from the retail, you’d create more competition and lower prices. You cou…

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Lesley Yeomans: Australian Correspondent on Qantas being fined $90 million for illegally firing workers 2:26

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Former Qantas workers are claiming victory over its $90 million fine for illegally sacking more than 1800 workers. The court's found outsourcing baggage handlers, cleaners, and ground staff in 2020 was done to curb union bargaining powers. Qantas says this judgment holds them accountable. Australian Correspondent Lesley Yeomans told Ryan Bridge $50…

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Matt Montgomerie: Forsyth Barr Senior Analyst on A2's profit increase, purchase of the Pokeno plant 3:05

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Another dairy sector shake-up. Infant formula and dairy company a2 Milk is buying the Yashili plant in Pokeno and selling its majority stake in the Mataura Valley plant in Gore to Open Country Dairy. A2 Milk's announcement comes as it reports a 21% rise in profit, off the back of a 9.3% rise in revenue. Forsyth Barr Senior Analyst Matt Montgomerie …

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Malcolm Fleming: Certified Builders CEO on the Govt changing liability rules for building consents 3:47

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Praise for new building consenting rules. The Government will change liabilities, holding parties responsible for their share of work. Certified Builders Chief Executive Malcolm Fleming says the building guarantee or building system should be mandated. He told Ryan Bridge that will add cost to the price of building, but it's minuscule in the scale …

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Nick Harper: Feature Story News US Correspondent on Trump and Zelensky meeting at the White House 2:40

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A reasonable chance of the Russia-Ukraine war ending if a trilateral meeting with both country's leaders occurs. This comes from Donald Trump ahead of today's big meeting at the White House. Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has arrived, along with several European leaders. Russia's President Vladimir Putin met with Trump on Saturday, and Tru…

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Full Show Podcast: 19 August 2025 34:30

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Tuesday 19th of August 2025, Trump is meeting Zelensky and EU leaders at the White house to discuss peace talks, US Correspondent Nick Harper has the latest. Forsyth Barr analyst Matt Montgomerie shares his thoughts on A2 Milk posting a $200 million profit and purchasing Yashii NZ's plant in P…

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Ryan Bridge: The Coalition needs to tighten its agenda 2:11

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In the last week we’ve had a smorgasbord of small, seemingly minor stories hitting the headlines. Helmets or no helmets for cyclists. Which name comes first on the cover of our passports. A ban then reversal on marshmallows in hot chocolates from the coffee machine at hospitals. Not a single one of these stories is significant on their own. But the…

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Sue Chetwin: Grocery Action Group says StatsNZ's inflation figures are higher than they should be 3:13

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Following the food inflation figures from Friday, Foodstuffs has challenged StatsNZ’s numbers. On Friday, StatsNZ reported a 5.0% rise in the year to July. But Foodstuffs is reporting a 3.4% year on year increase – arguing they have a clearer measure of grocery prices. Sue Chetwin from Grocery Action Group told Ryan Bridge that StatsNZ is including…

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Gavin Grey: European Correspondent on Europe's leaders moving to discuss Ukrainian security with Donald Trump. 1:39

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Europe's leaders are rallying together to discuss Ukrainian security with Donald Trump. Over the weekend Vladimir Putin met with the US President in Alaska, which concluded without any movement. Now, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, France's Emmanuel Macron and Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelensky are some of the leaders meeting in Washington tomorrow to co…

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Full Show Podcast: 18 August 2025 34:11

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Listen to the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Monday 18 August. Get the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast every weekday morning on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on debt nearing $1 trillion 3:07

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We are well on our way to a collective one trillion dollars in debt. In the year to the end of May, New Zealand hit just over 870-billion in gross debt - up 5.4 percent from almost 830-billion last year. It represents an average of just over 160-thousand dollars in raw debt for every person in the country. At the current rate of growth, New Zealand…

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Ryan Bridge: The Gen Z stare 3:03

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I went out for lunch to a cafe the other day and our table was served by a couple of waiters who all seemed to have a similar vibe about them. They just. Did. Not. Seem. To. Care. No smiling. No banter. No small talk or polite conversation. Just this blank look on their faces. You sit there and think “did they hear me”? You ever so politely repeat …

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Josh Kronfeld: Former All Black previews the Rugby Championship opener against Argentina 3:55

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A reversion to a largely first-choice team for the All Blacks as they open the Rugby Championship against Argentina on Sunday morning in Cordoba. The return of captain Scott Barrett from a calf injury headlines the side, while Du'Plessis Kirifi gets his second straight test start at openside flanker. Although the New Zealand side has never lost to …

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Toni Waterman: US Correspondent on the meeting between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin 4:44

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Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin are gearing up for tomorrow's highly anticipated talks in Alaska. The US and Russian presidents will discuss ending the war in Ukraine, with suggestions a second meeting could follow if it goes well. The Kremlin's already dangling financial incentives, saying there's untapped potential in US-Russian relations. US Cor…

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Richard Dawkins: Federated Farmers Meat and Wool Chairperson on Sheep and Beef numbers 4:44

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The country's red meat sector may struggle to reach a goal set by the Government to double exports by 2034. Data from NZ Beef + Lamb's found breeding ewe numbers have dropped by nearly two-percent, while beef cattle numbers were up 4.4-percent. It reveals 2.6 million units of sheep and beef stock have been lost due to afforestation over the past ei…

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Ryan Bridge: The real reason Kiwis are crossing the Tasman 2:16

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What's the point in us having more affordable property prices for first home buyers if young workers are jetting off to Australia in search of a better tomorrow? There's a perverse logic to this, but across the Tasman right now, where our flying Kiwis are headed, they're experiencing something of a property boom. It's the opposite of the stagnant o…

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Full Show Podcast: 15 August 2025 34:04

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Friday 15th of August 2025, All eyes are on Alaska ahead of a crucial meeting between Trump and Putin, US Correspondent Toni Waterman is in Alaska and has the latest. The All Blacks are taking on Argentina in Córdoba, former All Black Josh Kronfeld shares his thoughts ahead of the game. Sheep …

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10 Tips for “Adulting” with Money - 192 26:21

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In this episode, we're diving into 10 foundational tips for “adulting” with money. Practical, down-to-earth advice that can genuinely change your financial life. Whether you're just getting started with money or feel like you missed the class on "how to be a financially responsible adult," this episode is packed with takeaways. From identifying you…

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CallTune AI- Sheldon Charron 1:30:22

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This week, Kevin and Josh talk with Sheldon Charron, a multimedia and outdoor sports marketing professional and founder of CallTune AI, a cutting-edge AI-powered wildlife call editing software. The discussion covered Sheldon's diverse background in hunting, spearfishing, and film production; an overview of his new AI platform aimed at revolutionizi…

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Matt Ball: NZ Property Investors Federation PR & Advocacy Manager on the property resale profits hitting a decade low 2:12

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Times are tough for property owners as they see the lowest resale profits in over a decade. Cotality’s latest Pain & Gain Report shows 89.4% of homes sold above their purchase price last quarter – the lowest since 2014. Christchurch was the most resilient of the main centres, with 4.9% of Q2 resales made at a loss, well below the national average o…

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Andy England: Darfield High School Principal on NCEA Level 1 achievement falling, secondary teachers strike 4:50

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NCEA Level 1 achievement's dropped to its lowest level in a decade, while all qualifications saw improvement. In 2024, achievement in Levels 2, 3, and University Entrance went up for the first time since 2020. Student's completing Level 1 continued to drop, and Māori also fell further behind. Darfield High School Principal Andy England told Ryan Br…

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Full Show Podcast: 14 August 2025 34:12

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Thursday 14th of August 2025, Jacinda Arden and Chris Hipkins won't show face at the Royal Commission of Inquiry into Covid-19, Minister responsible Brooke Van Velden shares her thoughts. Property owners are seeing the lowest resale profits in over a decade, Matt Ball from the NZ Property Inve…

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Brooke van Velden: Minister in charge of Covid-19 inquiry on Chris Hipkins and Jacinda Ardern not appearing 4:16

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The ACT Party's laying into the former Ministers who lead our Covid-19 response for refusing to front public hearings. Labour leader Chris Hipkins, and former Ministers Jacinda Ardern, Grant Robertson, and Ayesha Verrall have declined to appear as part of the Royal Commission's Inquiry. Commissioners are confident it won't hamper efforts. Act's Bro…

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Ryan Bridge: What has Chris Hipkins got to hide over over Covid? 2:39

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Yesterday they wheeled out three excuses for not fronting up and answering questions about why they went so hard on lockdowns and mandates which they then papered over with $66-billion in spending - second in the world only to the US - thereby helping fuel the inflation we're all now paying the price for taming. 1. First we heard they wouldn't atte…