Best Mike Marsh Podcasts (2025)

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Leigh Marsh: Corrections Custodial Services Commissioner on Paremoremo prison makeover 3:24

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A colourful makeover coming for Auckland's Paremoremo prison unit which houses the country's most dangerous criminals, won't be anything too flashy. In a bid to lift its oppressive conditions, the Prisoners of Extreme Risk Unit is receiving a fresh paint job with colourful designs and shapes. It follows a Chief Ombudsman report raising concerns of …

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227: Max Lucado: “America’s Pastor” on How to Tame Your Thoughts 51:42

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Max Lucado has sold more than 150 million products and authored over 40 nonfiction books. He’s been called “America’s Pastor,” but if you ask him, the heart of his work comes not from ambition or branding—but from wounds. In this conversation, Lucado shares how childhood experiences in a frugal, emotionally volatile West Texas home shaped his lifel…

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Episode 40 - C. Marsh Bull 1:54:03

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“You never give up.” In the virtual studio with us is Army veteran, author, and poet, Mr. C. Marsh Bull. He tells us about being sent to Saudi Arabia instead of Vietnam, how the military prepared him to succeed in various business environments, the many tragedies he's endured, and how he has remained so positive and resilient in his second bout wit…

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581 // Dean Mortensen w/ Laura Riste 50:24

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In this new episode, Crawlspace Media's Tim Pilleri and Lance Reenstierna speak with return guest Laura Riste to discuss the mysterious disappearance of Dean Mortensen from Edmonton, Alberta, Canada on January 24th, 1992. Check out Laura Riste's site on the disappearance of Trenny Gibson: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.canadiangurl77.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠. Laura's FB page for…

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Full Show Podcast: 15 September 2025 1:28:44

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Monday the 15th of September, we've got a $70m package to secure major events here. Is it enough? And what does it get us? The Prime Minister is in to talk the Pacific Islands Forum, why a protest can block SH1 and when we are getting an Indian trade deal. Jason Pine and Andrew Saville talk the di…

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Mike's Minute: Noeline Taurua has been badly treated 2:17

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Noeline Taurua isn't the first coach to be badly treated. But she might be the most successful and well regarded. Sport is a funny thing, especially nowadays where it seems to want to walk a line between being successful and being modern, or dare I suggest the word "woke"? Last week when reports of players feeling unsafe emerged I didn’t even know …

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Sir John Kirwan: All Blacks legend on South Africa’s dominating game in Wellington 3:02

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The All Blacks lost 43-10 to the Springboks in Wellington on Saturday night. It is the biggest defeat the All Blacks have suffered in a test match. Former All Blacks player Sir John Kirwan told Mike Hosking that the All Blacks need to have a look at their play and seriously review how the match unfolded ‘Normally we go away saying, OK, we can fix t…

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Christopher Luxon: Prime Minister says recognition of Palestine is a 'complex issue' 10:41

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Cabinet discussions are continuing over whether New Zealand will recognise the State of Palestine. A number of countries have said they'll recognise Palestine next week at a UN meeting. Chris Luxon says recognition is a complex issue and that there's a range of views to consider, and the Government will make its own decision on whether recognition …

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Brent Eccles: Eccles Entertainment Founder discusses what the event funding boost means for tourism 3:36

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Excitement over the Government's change in event funding, with its newly announced $70million tourism package. It includes $40million to secure large-scale international events from next year and a ten-million-dollar fund to support existing events. Eccles Entertainment Founder Brent Eccles [eck ils] says the main change is now concerts can access …

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Floyd du Plessis: Corrections Association President says prisons should have different standards to encourage rehabilitation 2:43

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New data from Corrections, reveals more than 3,000 gang members and associates make up the just over 10,000 sentenced and remand prisoners. It equates to about a third of the country's estimated gang population. Corrections Association President Floyd du Plessis says the chances of rehabilitation for these inmates is low. He says it needs to be pos…

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Richard Arnold: US Correspondent gives latest updates on fallout from Charlie Kirk shooting 4:12

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The fallout from Charlie Kirk’s death continues as politicians, commentators and celebrities weigh-in on the situation. The likes of Stephen King, Ted Cruz and President Trump have all commented on the situation – with King and Cruz butting heads on twitter. US Correspondent Richard Arnold told Mike Hosking that the investigation into the killing i…

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Mike's Minute: Here's the truth on working from home 1:45

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Hasn’t working from home become funny? Seek have produced a thing called Money Matters, and they look at work-life balance. Actually, hasn’t that become a thing as well – work-life balance. I can't place it exactly, but it seems like a Covid thing. The world changed and so did we. Working hard is now so last year, or so last decade. We all long for…

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Traveller | Oxventure's One-Shot Wonders 2:18:51

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Join Oxventure for another hilarious one-shot, this time, diving deep into the ultimate sci-fi TTRPG, Traveller. This episode is brought to you by Mongoose publishing. Get your copy of Traveller today by going to https://bit.ly/OXTraveller. Be sure to use code Oxventure to save 10% on your order! This offer is valid until October 12th 2025. 18:01 A…

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226: Unabridged Interview: Amy Sherman 1:08:12

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This is our unabridged interview with Amy Sherman. What if the church were known not for culture wars or abuses of power, but for building parks, strengthening schools, advancing science education, and championing restorative justice? That’s the vision Amy L. Sherman lays out in her book Agents of Flourishing. In this conversation, Sherman invites …

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580 // Andy Puglisi w/ Melanie Perkins McLaughlin - Part 2 47:10

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In this new episode, Crawlspace Media's Tim Pilleri and Lance Reenstierna speak with Melanie Perkins McLaughlin about the disappearance of her childhood friend, Andy Puglisi, from Lawrence, Massachusetts on August 22nd, 1976. Melanie made an Emmy award winning documentary called, "Have You Seen Andy?". Check out the site here: ⁠https://haveyouseena…

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Mark the Week: The by-election was a bust on every level 2:28

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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. The cathedral: 7/10 If I wasn’t from Christchurch, I doubt I'd be gripped, but that thing is in such desperate need of being sorted so a new plan is most welcome. The by-election: 3/10 A bust on every level, but mostly for the lac…

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Mike's Minute: Charter schools starting to get their day in the sun 2:00

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My uplifting story of the week involves charter schools. Charter schools are the little idea that could. Or maybe they are the big game-changing idea that could. We heard this week of the first public school wanting to explore the charter route. It's in Northland and it's being driven by the realisation that what they currently do doesn’t work for …

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Wrapping the Week with Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson: Dame Noeline Taurua, marimbas, Mike's gift 9:58

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It’s Friday which means Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson are back to Wrap the Week that was with Mike Hosking. They reminisced about David Bryne, discussed the Dame Noeline Taurua situation and the cost of marimbas – plus, Mike was given a lovely gift. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Major Richard Adams: New Zealand Army Lead on Uncrewed Aerial Systems on the Military International Drone Racing Tournament 3:21

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The New Zealand Army is embracing the race to the latest drone technology. A tri-service team is being sent to the UK for the Military Drone Racing Tournament. It aims to develop the Defence Force’s intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance capabilities as drones become a key part of combat systems. Major Richard Adams, the NZ Army’s lead on U…

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Full Show Podcast: 12 September 2025 1:28:29

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Friday 12th of September, a new school subject list has been announced, and there’s an emphasis on artificial intelligence. There’s a new plan to restore the Christ Church Cathedral, coming not a moment, or a year, too soon. Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson talk Mike's gift and Noeline Taurua's suspen…

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Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the latest in the Charlie Kirk killing 4:16

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Authorities say they are making significant progress in the manhunt for Charlie Kirk's killer. The highly influential conservative activist and Donald Trump ally died after being shot at an event at Utah Valley University yesterday morning. Investigators say they've recovered a high-powered bolt-action rifle and have good quality video of their lat…

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Nick Clark: Local Government Business Forum Secretary on the call for referendums for major council spending 3:30

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Voter turnout could be an issue for a proposal to introduce binding referendums on major council spending projects. The Local Government Business Forum has released a report in favour of holding referendums for significant projects exceeding $500 per ratepayer. It says it should only apply to non-essentials, preserving councils' ability to invest i…

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Ankit Sharma: Master Builders CEO on the State of the Sector Report, consumer confidence 2:54

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There's cautious optimism in the construction sector and hopes the economy will improve. The Master Builders State of the Sector Report cites remaining demand issues like consumer confidence. The report finds 66% of people describe their recent build as a positive and a similar number of people report no significant delays. CEO Ankit Sharma told Mi…

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Mark Stewart: Christ Church Cathedral Reinstatement Director on the new, cheaper restoration plan 2:14

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The Christ Church Cathedral rebuild could be the last milestone for the Garden City to thrive. Work will begin next year to complete the nave, entrance way, tower, and restore the rose window by 2030. This halves the funding to about $40 million, with the Anglican Church pledging another $20 million. Reinstatement Director Mark Stewart told Mike Ho…

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Erica Stanford: Education Minister on the subject refresh in the national curriculum 3:38

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The Education Minister says a lot of schools were already trying to teach some of the new curriculum subjects. A new list of study topics has been unveiled as part of a refresh of the national curriculum from 2028. It places greater emphasis on the STEM subjects and adds Civics, Politics and Philosophy, and Media and Journalism. Erica Stanford told…

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579 // Andy Puglisi w/ Melanie Perkins McLaughlin - Part 1 53:47

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In this new episode, Crawlspace Media's Tim Pilleri and Lance Reenstierna speak with Melanie Perkins McLaughlin about the disappearance of her childhood friend, Andy Puglisi, from Lawrence, Massachusetts on August 22nd, 1976. Melanie made an Emmy award winning documentary called, "Have You Seen Andy?". Check out the site here: https://haveyouseenan…

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Mike's Minute: Public support could be tipping away from teachers 2:02

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As the teachers maybe, maybe not accept their pay offers and maybe, maybe not go on strike yet again, I can't help but worry about the new recruits. We were busy celebrating just last week, enrolments to become teachers have gone up markedly – big, big increases. This seems, on the surface anyway, to in part be a solution to a long-term problem, i.…

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Lee Marshall: Hunter Campbell Managing Partner on the results of the Mood of the CFO survey 4:18

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New Zealand’s finance leaders are more confident for the year ahead. A new report from the Hunter Campbell Group shows an uptick in confidence from CFOs, with 38% expecting modest to strong growth over the next 12 months – up from 31% last year. But on the flip side, confidence in the Government’s ‘responsiveness’ remains low across the board. Hunt…

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Andrew Webster: Warriors Coach on finishing 6th in the NRL season, the upcoming playoffs 10:54

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It’s time for the business end of the NRL season. The Warriors have finished 6th, securing a home final against the Penrith Panthers, but losing a couple more players to injury. Coach Andrew Webster says after their loss to the Manly Sea Eagles over the weekend, the real season starts now. Webster told Mike Hosking that he wants them to be judged o…

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Full Show Podcast: 11 September 2025 1:28:11

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Thursday 11th of September, the Government are looking at the idea of guilty until proven innocent when it comes to shoplifting. MAGA influencer Charlie Kirk was shot while speaking at Utah Valley University and Mike provides the latest details throughout the morning. Warriors coach Andrew Webster…

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Stephanie Tully: Jetstar CEO on the airline's expansion in the New Zealand market 3:33

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Jetstar says it's done its homework on the New Zealand market before unveiling its latest —and biggest— expansion in the trans-Tasman market. The airline's adding close to 500 thousand seats a year across five of its most popular domestic and trans-Tasman routes. The Australian based carrier has operated in New Zealand for 20 years. Jetstar Chief E…

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Mark Campbell: James Dyson Award Winner on his Lensare glasses for epilepsy and photophobia 4:04

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A young inventor has taken home the top honours at the James Dyson Awards for a pair of glasses made to tackle epilepsy. University of Canterbury engineering student Mark Campbell has developed ‘Lensare’, which uses smart LCD lenses that detect harmful light patterns and instantly darken, providing protection for people with epilepsy and photophobi…

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Matt Whineray: Netball New Zealand Board Chair on the standing down of Silver Ferns coach Dame Noeline Taurua 2:58

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A telling response as speculation swirls around the standing down of Silver Ferns coach Dame Noeline Taurua ahead of next week's international series against South Africa. Netball New Zealand claim they've made the decision due to "issues" within the high-performance environment which remain unresolved. When asked by Mike Hosking if the players wer…

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Paul Goldsmith: Justice Minister on the changes to shoplifting offences, the High Court's ruling on Kim Dotcom's extradition 3:52

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The Government wants to deal with shoplifting offences in a quicker way instead of going through the entire court system. The Justice Minister's newly released Cabinet paper proposes the burden of proof should fall on the suspect to prove their innocence. This clashes with the right to be presumed innocent until proven guilty, as protected in the N…

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Marcus Beveridge: Queen City Law Immigration Lawyer on the number of citizens leaving New Zealand 2:38

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An expectation New Zealand needs to do more to keep people here longer. Latest Stats NZ data shows close to 48 thousand New Zealand citizens left in the year to July. There were 14 thousand migrant arrivals and nearly 10 thousand departures during the same period. Immigration lawyer Marcus Beveridge told Mike Hosking half of the citizens leaving fo…

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1133 S4 EP: 113 Sway and Matt Booth 1:11:28

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Today I sit down with Matt Booth of Room 101 Cigars! Matt also has many other ventures in clothing, jewelry and other wearable and is some what of a cultural icon. Matt was also an infantry Marine! I really enjoyed this episode and Room 101 Cigars! Check them out! Show Sponsors: Small Batch Cigar - use the code "dogsofwar" for 10% AND free shipping…

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Big Moves in Bitcoin Treasuries with Pete Rizzo & Steven Lubka 52:11

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Pete Rizzo, President of BitcoinTreasuries.net, & Steven Lubka, VP of Investor Relations at Nakamoto, join the show to discuss their recent announcements, the themes of their recent conversations in the space, and what could possibly wrong with Bitcoin Treasuries. - this episode is sponsored by Onramp - $150 in Bitcoin to get your account started. …

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Mike's Minute: The issue Hipkins has with the Māori Party 2:11

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I have been wondering when the penny would drop and yesterday might have been it. There were two stories on Chris Hipkins' problems with the Māori Party. For all the energy the media wants to put into Chris Luxon and his future, the very obvious other side of the coin, if they ever wanted to explore it, lies in the very real issue for Labour in eve…

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Pollies: National's Mark Mitchell and Labour's Ginny Andersen on the Tom Phillips situation, organised crime 11:16

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Ministers from both sides of the divide are praising the Police for their handling of the Tom Phillips situation. The four-year manhunt for Phillips ended early on Monday, when he was shot and killed by Police after he shot at an officer in rural Waikato. The children were safely recovered and are in the care of Oranga Tamariki. Former Police Minis…

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Full Show Podcast: 10 September 2025 1:28:47

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 10th of September, the Children's Commissioner speaks on what happens now with Tom Phillips' kids and calls to give them privacy. We have a record number of 15-year-olds leaving school early, but the vast majority are moving straight into different education. Mark Mitchell and Ginny Ande…

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Billie Moore: NZ Airports Association CEO on the report looking at integrating domestic and international terminals 4:04

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Airports could save money and drive down airfares by bringing domestic and international terminals together. A study has found integrated airport terminals save on double-ups and encourage passengers to spend more money. It shows this extra revenue could help airports cut costs for airlines, which could mean cheaper fares for travellers. NZ Airport…

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Kate Acland: Beef + Lamb NZ Board Chair on the record levels of red meat export prices 5:04

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New Zealand red meat prices are at record levels and are expected to remain strong throughout the year. Earnings for core red meat exports are expected to rise by $1.4 billion to $10.5 billion for the 2024–2025 season. Beef + Lamb New Zealand Board Chair Kate Acland says there's incredible global demand for red meat. She told Mike Hosking that whil…

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Steve Symon: Ministerial Advisory Group Chair on their plan for tackling organised crime 4:50

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A panel of experts has a solution to tackling organised crime but won't yet say what it is. The Ministerial Advisory Group on Transnational, Serious and Organised Crime has put out a new list of recommendations ahead of its final report later this month. Among the suggestions are greater accountability across government departments and a new minist…

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Andy England: Darfield High School Principal on the high number of students granted early leave exemptions 3:32

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A view that more students are dropping out of school early because they have a clear career pathway in mind. More than 1300 15-year-olds received an exemption last year and 90% went into further study. Canterbury's Darfield High School Principal Andy England told Mike Hosking schools have been working hard with polytechs, while the Ministry runs a …

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Angus Chambers: General Practice Association Chair on the impact of the digital health service 2:52

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A new digital health service is being praised, but one doctor believes it's doing more harm than good. More than 21 thousand consultations have been delivered through the 24/7 online scheme, which launched in July. Health Minister Simeon Brown says it gives Kiwis faster access to care when usual GPs are unavailable. Despite views it's easing pressu…

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Claire Achmad: Children's Commissioner calls to give the children of Tom Phillips space 2:55

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The country is being urged to give Tom Phillips' children time and space to begin their long road to recovery. The children are now at an undisclosed location after their father died during an altercation with Police near Marokopa in western Waikato. Children's Commissioner Claire Achmad told Mike Hosking the children's needs must come first. She s…

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Mike's Minute: We need more transparency around the Reserve Bank 2:13

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We should all thank Kelly Eckhold, a some-time participant on this show and most-of-the-time economist at Westpac, for his thinking around the future of the Reserve Bank. As I have said many times, if one good thing came out of Covid, it put the Reserve Bank, its role, and its influence front and centre for many more of us that may never really hav…

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Catherine Field: France Correspondent on the Prime Minister being ousted in a vote of no confidence 5:30

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France has been plunged into a fresh political crisis, with MPs voting to oust the prime minister. The BBC reports Francois Bayrou called the surprise vote of confidence on himself after huge opposition to his budget plans. France's National Assembly voted by 364 votes to 194 to eject him from office, and bring down his minority government. Preside…

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James Laughlin: High performance leadership coach on success, new book ‘Habits for High Performers’ 10:46

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What does it take to achieve excellence? James Laughlin is a 7 time world champion drummer, a high-performance leadership trainer, and the mental skills coach for Canterbury Rugby. He's written a book, ‘Habits for High Performers’, distilling his approach to life into a book that’s shot to #1 on the Book Scan List, and comes highly recommended by t…

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Full Show Podcast: 09 September 2025 1:28:41

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 9th of September, Police Commissioner Richard Chambers and Police Minister Mark Mitchell discuss the successful operation to find Tom Phillips’ kids and the police officer who was shot in the process. Sir Brian Roche details his disappointment in the unions for rejecting yet another pay of…