Best Nicolas Wilson Podcasts (2025)

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Full Show Podcast: 26 September 2025 1:40:01

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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday, 26 September 2025, police have revealed they came across Tom Phillips and his missing kids several times during their period in the bush. Former police negotiator Lance Burdett is surprised they weren't able to confront him sooner. Former Wellington mayor Dame Kerry Prendergast has…

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Peter Lewis: Asia business correspondent on Trump's Tiktok deal with China 7:34

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US President Donald Trump announced an acquisition of social media platform Tiktok - a platform that is owned by Chinese software company ByteDance. The President said that the deal was a closed case, however Asia business correspondent Peter Lewis told Ryan Bridge that there is more to be done. He said that although Washington has approved their s…

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Tim Horan: Former Wallaby discusses Australia's chances of taking home the Bledisloe Cup 3:46

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The Bledisloe Cup is back for another year, as the All Blacks face the Wallabies this weekend at Eden Park. The All Blacks need 8 more points to top 4000 against Australia. Former Wallaby Tim Horan told Ryan Bridge that this is the best chance the Wallabies have had in years, but they still respect the strength of the All Blacks. 'It's the hope tha…

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The Huddle: Can the Wallabies conquer the fortress? 12:30

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Tonight on the Huddle: Host of Sky's Aotearoa Rugby podcast Ross Carl and NewstalkZB's own D'arcy Waldegrave join Ryan Bridge to discuss the latest sports news. The Wallabies are facing the All Blacks at Eden Park. Can they conquer the fortress? Have the All Blacks done enough after their defeat at the hands of the Springboks to fend off the Aussie…

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Dame Kerry Prendergast: Former Mayor of Wellington talks about confidential documents being bought at dump sale 1:59

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A former Wellington City Mayor has met with the Council CEO after her private papers were among confidential documents found in a desk bought from a dump sale. A man bought the desk at a city tip-shop and found termination agreements, whistleblower allegations, and staff pay details inside - dating from the 1980s to the 2000s. The council has launc…

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Chris Bishop: Sports minister hopes New Zealand's sporting success could lead to economic growth. 4:07

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New Zealand's sporting success could lead to economic growth. The government's launched a Sport Diplomacy Strategy paper today with the goal of leveraging our sporting reputation globally. Sports Minister Chris Bishop told Ryan Bridge that there's plenty of opportunities, including the Blackcaps in India, where the government's trying to ink a free…

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Lance Burdett: Former police negotiator discusses handling of Tom Phillips case 3:37

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A former police negotiator says police would have had to take a balanced approach to finding Marokopa fugitive Tom Phillips and his three children. They've revealed today they spent thousands of hours searching for him but knew it was unlikely he would surrender easily. Former Police negotiator Lance Burdett told Ryan Bridge they probably didn't wa…

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Azaria Howell: Senior political correspondent discusses Government's upcoming energy sector announcement 4:16

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The government is expected to make a major announcement on the energy sector next week. This announcement comes as more and more Kiwis are calling for reform. Senior political correspondent Azaria Howell told Ryan Bridge that, according to a survey on energy reform, 62% of respondents support the government underwriting the cost of new electricity …

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Graeme Edgeler: Constitutional lawyer says late enrolments aren't the reason for a slow election vote count. 4:18

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Late enrolments aren't the reason for a slow election vote count. That's according to constitutional lawyer Graeme Edgeler, who agrees with comments from the Electoral Commission that changes to voting rules won't speed up the process. The government's ending same-day enrolments and requiring people to enrol 13 days before polling day. But Edgeler …

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EP42: Kelsey Winter—The State of Wildfires in Canada 30:26

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Wildfires. It's a topic that every Canadian cares about. I bet every person who is going to listen to this podcast has been affected by a wildfire in some way this year. Whether it was having plans changed because of smoke to closures, to maybe even evacuations or more—2025 has been one of the most intense fire seasons on record. So what does this…

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Mark the Week: Kimmel won the moral ground on free speech 2:16

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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. Donald Trump: 2/10 Possibly his worst and easily his maddest week yet. Tylenol, the war, Jimmy Kimmel, James Comey, the visas, the escalator, and the teleprompter. Unhinged doesn't even come close. Jimmy Kimmel: 7/10 Won the moral…

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Mike's Minute: What a shocking week for Donald Trump 2:17

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Donald Trump has had as bad a week as any he's had. The difference that made it stand out was that he looks increasingly unhinged. It was not the UN speech. That was classic Trump – a lot of made-up stuff and grandiose pomposity. It sort of wasn’t the visas, given at its core it's also classic Trump. They want Americans hired, not immigrants, which…

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Richard Arnold: US Correspondent gives an update on the ICE shooting in Texas 5:11

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There’s a belief a shooter in Dallas, Texas, was motivated by violent ideology and divisive rhetoric. One detainee is dead and two more are critically injured after a rooftop sniper fired indiscriminately at the Immigration and Customs Enforcement Facility, also known as ICE yesterday. The gunman later died from a self-inflicted gunshot. Dallas ICE…

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Wrapping the Week with Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson: All Blacks, the cost of a holiday, streaming subscriptions 10:56

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Friday has come which means it’s time for Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson to Wrap the Week with Mike Hosking. They discussed Mike’s interview with Scott Roberson, whether or not Producer Sam should hit confirm on his holiday booking in Asia, and whether it's time to cancel your streaming subscriptions. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for priv…

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Full Show Podcast: 26 September 2025 1:30:07

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Friday 26th of September, we've got new, encouraging court figures to show the backlog is steadily depleting. Scott 'Razor' Robertson details his plan to beat the table-topping Aussies in the first Bledisloe Cup test this weekend at Eden Park. Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson Wrap the Week and discuss…

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Kate Scott: Horticulture NZ CEO on the call for tertiary education reform to match food and fibre sector demands 4:39

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The Food and Fibre sector claims the education system is letting it down. Leaders from farming, forestry, horticulture, and seafood have joined forces to launch a Food and Fibre Workforce Capability Strategy. They’re pushing for tertiary education reform —with an employer-led, work-based learning model— to match real industry demands. Horticulture …

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Scott Robertson: All Blacks coach ahead of the Bledisloe Cup test against Australia 8:27

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The All Blacks are returning to Eden Park to defend their record. Coming off the back of the worst-ever defeat just 12 days ago against South Africa, they're set to host the Wallabies in the Bledisloe Cup opener on Saturday. There are six changes to the side, with Ardie Savea taking over the captaincy from an injured Scott Barrett. Coach Scott Robe…

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Peter McBride: Fonterra Chair on the company's net profit rising by 13% 3:51

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Our largest company has been seeing profits surge, despite a period of contraction in the economy as a whole. Fonterra's confirmed a 13% rise in annual operating profit. Its final farmgate milk payout to farmers has reached a new record high of $10.16 and its cash return to shareholders is up 30.6%. Fonterra Chair Peter McBride told Mike Hosking we…

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Nicole McKee: Associate Justice Minister on the number of active civil cases dropping by 20% 3:15

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The Government says its changes to the court system are making a real difference. It has released figures showing civil cases in the District Court have dropped 20% in the year to July to over 10,200. The Disputes Tribunal cleared 900 more cases over the same period. Associate Justice Minister Nicole McKee told Mike Hosking there are fewer cases co…

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Enda Brady: UK correspondent on Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham potentially challenging Keir Starmer to become prime minister 5:17

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There's rumours in the UK a new competitor could challenging Keir Starmer to become the Prime Minister. Andy Burnham, the mayor of Greater Manchester, says Labour MPs are urging him to take over Starmer's role. UK correspondent Enda Brady says Burnham has claimed the Labour Party needs a plan - but it's difficult to roll a leader. LISTEN ABOVE See …

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Jamie Mackay: The Country host on Fonterra posting an improved financial result 5:57

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New Zealand's economy has been shrinking, but our largest company has seen profits surge. Fonterra's announced a 13 percent rise in annual operating profit. Its cash return to shareholders is up 30.6 percent, and its final farmgate milk payout to farmers has reached a new record high of $10.16 per kg of milk solids. The Country's Jamie Mackay expla…

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The Huddle: Can we really regulate the political views of schoolkids? 10:10

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Tonight on The Huddle, Ali Jones from Red PR and Infrastructure New Zealand CEO Nick Leggett joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! Teachers say they're seeing an alarming rise of students with extreme ideologies, including misogynistic views promoted by Andrew Tate. How can we handle this? The oil and gas ban h…

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Mark Hooper: Federated Farmers telecommunications spokesperson on the connection crisis impacting farmers 4:59

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More than one-third of farmers say their mobile coverage has gotten worse over the past year - and it's negatively impacting their work environment and overall safety. New reports show only 57 percent of farmland gets coverage, and there's been no improvement since 2022. Federated Farmers telecommunications spokesperson Mark Hooper says the situati…

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Full Show Podcast: 25 September 2025 1:40:47

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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday, 25 September 2025, Fonterra has delivered one of its best results ever. Chief Executive Miles Hurrell speaks to Ryan Bridge about the outlook for the next year. Half of us are buying less fruit and veggies because of the cost, but chef Mike van de Elzen says it doesn't have to be…

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Perspective with Ryan Bridge: Aren't children allowed their own political views? 2:17

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So the teacher's union is warning about a rising tide of extremism in our schools. I've read the story - what's the actual problem? That's what I'm trying to figure out here today. Apparently, some kids say they're 'Trump Boys' - i.e. like a majority of Americans, a few kids here support the Republican party or MAGA movement. The other problem appa…

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Nick Wilson: Otago University senior researcher on the number of Kiwis calling for the Govt to prepare for the end of the world 5:24

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A new survey has revealed a significant number of Kiwis want the Government to prepare for catastrophic events that could bring about the end of the world. New University of Otago research shows two-thirds of respondents believe the Government should draft action plans for threats such as a nuclear war, bioweapons or mass famine and supply chain co…

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Jillaine Heather: Free Speech Union CEO on the rise of school-aged boys spreading 'extremism' 3:24

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There's growing push-back on the idea that children should be censored at school, as extremism spreads. PPTA members are seeing misogyny spread through the classroom, and they're putting it down to a 'toxic online culture of masculinity'. The union wants to make addressing online extremism an official policy, and is calling for Government action. F…

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Tamati Ellison: All Blacks assistant coach speaks ahead of All Blacks v Wallabies clash 2:44

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The All Blacks are hoping to turn their luck around following their worst-ever defeat to South Africa. Ahead of their Eden Park clash against the Wallabies this Saturday, there are 11 survivors in the run-on side to meet the Aussies. All Blacks assistant coach Tamati Ellison says the team's morale is running well ahead of the big game. "I don't thi…

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John Carnegie: Energy Resources Aotearoa CEO on oil and gas exploration applications reopening 2:29

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Oil and gas exploration applications have reopened for the first time since the 2018 ban. Companies can now apply for new prospecting and exploration permits anywhere in the country - not just onshore Taranaki. An open market application pathway's also being introduced to allocate new permits, in addition to the current competitive tender process. …

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Miles Hurrell: Fonterra CEO reveals how strong result could lead to lower butter prices 5:38

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Fonterra's CEO says cheaper butter prices could be on the horizon. The dairy co-op's announced a 13 percent rise in annual operating profit and a record-high final milk payout of $10.16 per kg. Chief Executive Miles Hurrell says it's a great result for farmers. He says the price of wholesale butter globally has fallen 15 percent in the past two mon…