Best Renee and Don Podcasts (2025)

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Mike's Minute: Paul Goldsmith cannot regulate the internet 2:04

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Tell me how Broadcasting Minister Paul Goldsmith is going to sort the unsortable? The Broadcasting Standards Authority has, deliberately or not, opened a box of whoopee that is playing out all over the world in various forms. In simple terms regulators are trying to work out how to control tech. The problem with regulators is their jurisdiction is …

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Mike's Minute: More MP's? What on Earth are they thinking? 1:58

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For a group that normally seems to nail ideas and present them well, the New Zealand Initiative this week went off-piste with their "MMP After 30 Years" report. Smaller cabinet - good idea. Get rid of the overhang - good idea! But more MP's? What on Earth are they thinking? The main point they make is that it has provided a fairer, more representat…

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Wrapping the Week with Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson: Men's fashion and Glenn's 30 year anniversary 10:46

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It’s Friday, which means Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson are back with Mike Hosking to Wrap the Week that Was. They discussed the difficulties of men's white shirts being uncomfortably revealing, and producer Glenn celebrates 30 years with the company. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Full Show Podcast: 31 October 2025 1:29:55

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Friday the 31st of October, Fonterra Chair Miles Hurrell on the sale of their consumer business. All Black Ethan de Groot joins ahead of the Sunday morning game against Ireland in Chicago. Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson make fun of Mike - and celebrate Technical Producer Glenn Hart's 30th anniversar…

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Mark the Week: Fonterra's mega-sale and the Noeline Taurua saga 2:30

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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. Bill Gates: 8/10 When a disciple of the cause hits pause because he has worked out the hysteria outweighs the reality, he is to be congratulated. Chris Hipkins: 2/10 Sell a tax if you want. But the attack on the Prime Minister and…

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Tony Quinn: Founder of National Racing Group Promotions discusses motorsport weekend at Hampton Downs 6:21

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There's a big weekend ahead on the motorsport front at Hampton Downs. It's the second edition of the 'Nextgen' NZ championship - designed to reinvent the national racing calendar. The series features race categories that have previously showcased the likes of Lando Norris, Yuki Tsunoda, Matt Payne and Liam Lawson. Founder of National Racing Group P…

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Shane O'Brien: REINZ Director and Rural Spokesperson comments on 'farm sales' across the country 3:18

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New data has been released on 'farm sales' across the country. The real estate institute highlighted confidence in the primary sector - with buyers focusing on 'infrastructure and productivity.' Waikato topped dairy sales for the year ending in September - up 18% to a total of 59% - followed by Southland, up 110% with 40 sales. REINZ Director and R…

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Colin Bond: Chief Executive of New Zealand Kiwifruit Growers on the final charter for Kiwifruit season 3:02

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The final charter for the Kiwifruit season has set sail. This is Zespri's 60th vessel for the year to 50 different markets. This season's crop has broken records, with 215 million trays weighing in at 770,000 tonnes. There's also been a significant growth in US and European markets. Chief Executive of New Zealand Kiwifruit Growers Colin Bond says t…

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Edward Lucas: Centre for European Policy Analysis Security Analyst says nuclear testing would be destabilising 2:47

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There's an assurance that Trump won't follow through with his nuclear weapon testing comments. The US President posted on social media saying he has no choice but to restart testing, because of other countries' testing programs. It follows him denouncing Russia for testing a nuclear-powered missile, which the Kremlin denies. Centre for European Pol…

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Miles Hurrell: Fonterra Chief Executive relieved to see farmers backing Lactalis sale 3:06

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The boss of Fonterra is relieved to see so many farmers back the Lactalis sale. Almost 90-percent of votes backed the 4.2 billion dollar deal, that will see the French dairy giant take over iconic Kiwi brands like Anchor and Mainland. Miles Hurrell says some farmers were unsure about the plan when it was first announced. The chief executive told Mi…

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Full Show Podcast: 30 October 2025 1:29:48

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Thursday the 30th of October, it's voting day for Fonterra as to whether they will sell the company's consumer arm. Are we all on board for some cars moving from yearly WOF's to biennial WOF's? Voice actor Nolan North on the boom of the gaming industry and his many and varied roles. Get the Mike H…

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Mike's Minute: Bill Gates said what many of us have been thinking 2:06

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I think the biggest test for those who fell over backwards when Bill Gates said what he did, is not that he said it. It's whether the people he talks about can possibly begin to accept that they might be wrong, that they might be on the wrong side of the whole equation and that as a result of the Gates' revelation, they may need to readjust some of…

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Tobias Tohill: Board Director of New Zealand Association for Migration and Investment discusses Government's strong words against migrant workers 5:18

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There is a strong push for the Ministry of Social Development to do more to help employers hire Kiwis ahead of internationals. Immigration Minster Erica Stanford says employers will be stripped of the chance to recruit migrants, if they're not trying to hire unemployed New Zealanders first. Association for Migration and Investment Board Director To…

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Ali Adams: Christchurch NZ Chief Executive comments on the city's positive momentum 3:54

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Hopes that Christchurch will become the city that never stops, as momentum continues. Provisional Stats NZ figures for the year to June show Canterbury's population has risen most, up 1.1 percent - more than anywhere else in New Zealand. Christchurch NZ Chief Executive Ali Adams told Mike Hosking that things are going well for the city on all front…

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Simon Ansley: Head of Foreign Director Investment for Invest New Zealand discusses new investments in energy infrastructure 2:53

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Malaysian company 'Yinson Renewables' is set to invest in a new pipeline of projects totalling one gigawatt of wind energy - almost doubling New Zealand's current capacity. The $3billion investment would generate enough electricity to power 750,000 homes - exceeding Huntly's current output. Head of Foreign Director Investment for Invest New Zealand…

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Lee Marshall: CEO of MTA comments on proposed changes to WOF system 2:42

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There is a possibility for a shake-up to the Warrant of Fitness system. The government's opened consultation on a new proposal - with the first WOF for new light vehicles lasting 4 years. Cars between 4 and 10 years old would only need a check every 2 years, while those over 10 would remain on annual inspection. CEO of MTA Lee Marshall told Mike Ho…

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John Stevenson: Fonterra Co-operative Council Chair says farmers are thinking long term 3:13

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The Fonterra Shareholders Council says farmers are taking a long-term view when deciding whether to sell off brands like Anchor and Mainland. Voting closes today, on a proposal to sell Fonterra's consumer arm to French company Lactalis for 4.2 billion dollars. Fonterra's targeting a capital return of about 400-thousand dollars to the average farmer…

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Andrew Hoggard: Biosecurity Minister says the government is clamping down on arriving travellers 4:41

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The Government is clamping down on arriving travellers at the border. It's making several biosecurity law changes including doubling the fine for people who don't declare fresh fruit and meat, to 800 dollars. There'll be new penalties and fines up to half a million dollars for breaches of controlled area notices. Biosecurity Minister Andrew Hoggard…

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Full Show Podcast: 29 October 2025 1:29:44

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Wednesday the 29th of October, Education Minister Erica Stanford discusses the new curriculum and the ACC CEO finally seems to have found 8,000 people who can immediately come off full taxpayer support. Sir Peter Beck celebrates 20 years of Rocketlab and we get an exclusive radio chat with our spa…

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Yvette McCausland-Durie: Netball New Zealand Head Coach discusses constellation cup chances 3:58

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The Silver Ferns face Australia tonight in game four of the Constellation Cup. The series currently sits at 2-1 to Australia, but a win from the Ferns tonight could force an extra game to decide the series. Silver Ferns Head Coach Yvette McCausland-Durie told Mike Hosking that, 'it's gonna be hard work, but really confident, based on the way they p…

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Sir Peter Beck: Rocket Lab CEO and Founder reflects on 20 years of operation 9:07

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Rocket Lab is celebrating 20 years in operation this week. The company has become the fastest in history to launch 50 rockets into space. Now valued at over $20billion, Rocket Lab's portfolio includes missions for NASA and the U.S. Air Force Space Command. Founder and CEO Sir Peter Beck told Mike Hosking that, 'the company continues to grow really,…

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Megan Main: ACC Chief Executive says removing people from long-term claims pool will encourage returns to workforce 3:41

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ACC is removing more people from its long-term claims pool. It's being reported nearly eight thousand clients have had their payments stopped in the year to June – a 20 percent lift on the previous year. ACC says these people were ready to work, or were no longer injured - despite many claiming otherwise. Chief Executive Megan Main told Mike Hoskin…

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Erica Stanford: Education Minister's hopes new curriculum will close education equity gap. 5:26

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The Education Minister's hoping the new curriculum will close the education equity gap. Erica Stanford has unveiled proposed changes to content for Years 1-10 on top of the English and Maths refresh announced earlier. The key changes include financial education, and compulsory consent education. Stanford told Mike Hosking that no matter where a chi…

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Ed McKnight: Opes Partners Resident Economist breaks down Labour's Capital Gains Tax 3:26

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An economist says Labour's proposed capital gains tax won't stop house prices rising. The party wants gains on commercial and residential property to be taxed 28 percent, with revenue going into the health sector including free doctor visits. It excludes the family home and inheritances. Opes Partners Resident Economist Ed McKnight told Mike Hoskin…

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Full Show Podcast: 28 October 2025 1:30:15

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Tuesday the 28th of October, we talk to the Trade Minister and Prime Minister (out of Malaysia) as Luxon tries to get a handshake and chat with President Trump. After Liam Lawson had another DNF in Mexico is his future looking a little shaky? Bob McMurray on the call Red Bull have to make. Andrew …

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Mike's Minute: Winston tells it like it is on courts 1:56

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First, a quick question on the Oxford Union. We thought it was a thing when David Lange turned up all those years ago, but since then Willie Jackson, David Seymour and now Winston Peters have appeared. So does that diminish its exclusiveness? Anyway here's what Winston Peters argued - that courts here undermine democracy. God bless that man and may…

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Bob McMurray: Former McLaren race member and NZ Motorsport Expert on Liam Lawson's difficult weekend in Mexico 3:21

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Liam Lawson endured another tough weekend at the Mexican Grand Prix. After narrowly missing marshals who were stood on the track, he was forced to retire on the opening lap following a collision with Williams driver Carlos Sainz. This marks Lawson's 5th DNF of the season, and it comes as Red Bull are expected to make an announcement on their driver…

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Tracey Martin: Chief Executive of the Aged Care Association on government's focus on aged care reform 2:58

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The Government is throwing it's weight behind aged care reform. A ministerial advisory group has been established to review the outdated funding model, which currently costs $2.5billion a year. Chief Executive of the Aged Care Association Tracey Martin told Mike Hosking that the government is ready to make progress instead of writing more paperwork…

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Christopher Luxon: PM discusses ASEAN summit to finalise 'Comprehensive Strategic Partnership' 8:47

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The Prime Minister's set to finalise a deal strengthening our diplomatic and trading ties with 11 South East Asian countries, as he meets with leaders in Malaysia. Chris Luxon is in Kuala Lumpur for the ASEAN summit and will finalise a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership with the association. He's then off to South Korea, for the APEC summit later …

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Catherine Field: Newstalk ZB reporter in Paris on arrests made following Louvre heist 5:16

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Arrests have been made following last week's Louvre heist. Thieves stole an array of valuable jewels, worth $177million NZD, including a crown belonging to the wife of Napoleon III. Newstalk ZB reporter in Paris Catherine Field told Mike Hosking that the thieves arrested were not masterminds, and were known to police. 'They knew that these two were…

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Todd McClay: Trade Minister discusses impact of ASEAN summitt on NZ-South East Asia trade relations 3:11

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It's set to get easier for New Zealand businesses trading in South East Asia, as the Prime Minister's in Malaysia to finalise a regional deal. Chris Luxon is in Kuala Lumpur for the ASEAN summit and will finalise a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership with the association. ASEAN has 11 member countries such as Malaysia, Thailand, Singapore and Laos.…

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Rene de Monchy: Chief Executive of Tourism NZ comments on positive new numbers 3:33

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Queenstown is now just 5% shy of pre-COVID levels. Records show that there were 192,000 international arrivals between January and August, up 14% on 2024. Australia continues to dominate the market, making up 40% of all visitors to the region. Chief Executive of Tourism NZ Rene de Monchy told Mike Hosking that, 'the outlook for summer is actually r…

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Mark the Week: Labour's election policies and the mega strikes 10:50

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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. Judith Collins: 7/10 Her open letter to all of us this week revealed a few excellent home truths about unions, with the prize going to their obsession with Palestine over kid's education. Labour's election policies: 2/10 It seems …

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Full Show Podcast: 24 October 2025 1:30:10

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Friday the 24th of October, Sir Brian Roache on the so-called "mega strike" and whether it changed anything, at all. Joseph Parker joins from London ahead of his fight against Fabio Wardley. Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson talk changing careers at a late age and the strike. Get the Mike Hosking Break…

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Joseph Parker: Heavyweight boxer talks ahead of next fight in London 6:36

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Heavyweight boxing moves to London on Sunday morning. Joseph Parker is back in the ring taking on Fabio Wardley, a boxer from London who only took up the sport at age 20. A win would put Parker firmly in line for a shot at the undisputed world heavy weight title against Oleksander Usyk. Parker told Mike Hosking, 'I'm in proper good shape for a good…

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Justin Marshall: Former Former All Black comments on attack coach Jason Holland stepping down 3:40

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Attack coach Jason Holland will be stepping down after the northern tour, when his contract ends. This is the second high-profile exit under Scott Robertson, following Leon MacDonald's departure after just three test matches last year. Former All Black Justin Marshall told Mike Hosking that the departure was a personal decision, not something motiv…

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Mike's Minute: Labour's report card for the week 2:13

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Ahead of the long weekend let's give the Labour Party a report card for their policy week. It will be one of the few report cards this week because we actually turned up to work. So overall a 'C-' for presentation. They had two years to organise this, to make a splash, to grab the headlines and run with them. Policy one didn’t have any detail so it…

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Wayne Mapp: Former Defence Minister comments on Australia's alliance with Papua New Guinea 2:20

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A view Australia's recent military alliance with Papua New Guinea could be the springboard for a wider 'Pacific Eyes' alliance. Australian think-tank Lowy Institute's proposing an intelligence sharing agreement between us, Australia, PNG and Fiji to counter China's influence in the region. It claims it'd also help tackle trans-national crime and cl…

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Sir Brian Roche: Public Services Commissioner says it's time to get back to negotiations with strikers 3:52

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The Public Services Commissioner Sir Brian Roche is keeping focused on the push for a deal with the thousands of health, education, and public sector strikers. Thousands downed tools across the country yesterday, taking to the streets demanding better pay and working conditions. Roche told Mike Hosking he wasn't moved by yesterday's scenes, adding …

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Nick Tuffley: ASB Chief Economist says New Zealand's economy could benefit from Fonterra sale 3:53

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New Zealand's economy could look to benefit from Fonterra’s proposed sale. The proposed sale of Anchor and Mainland brands to French company Lactalis could unlock around 4.5 billion in additional spending. ASB Chief Economist Nick Tuffley says they estimate around 60 percent of shareholding farms could receive at least 200-thousand dollars. He says…

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Mike's Minute: The CRD was always counter-productive 2:10

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Ah the lament. Poor, old RNZ's obituary of the climate-related disclosures (CRD) makes you weep. "New Zealand guts climate policy it bragged about to the world". That's their headline. What's misleading about the headline is the Government who “gutted” it isn't the Government who bragged about it. As for the gutting and the world leading - "world l…

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Full Show Podcast: 23 October 2025 1:30:12

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Thursday the 23rd of October, deputy Prime Minister David Seymour takes questions on the mega strike today. The European Union Ambassador to New Zealand Lawrence Meredith talks a new business summit to explore more FTA options with the EU. New Air NZ CEO Nikhil Ravishankar gives his first intervie…

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Nikhil Ravishankar: New CEO of Air New Zealand says airline will only fly if it's safe as weather causes mass cancellations 13:08

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In the North Island, Red Wind Warnings are in place for Wellington and southern Wairarapa. There are extensive public transport and flight cancellations. Air New Zealand says it's already cancelled almost 100 flights today. CEO Nikhil Ravishankar says told Mike Hosking that it will only operate flights if it's safe to do so. LISTEN ABOVE See omnyst…

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Lawrence Meredith: EU Ambassador to New Zealand comments on high-level business summit between NZ and EU 2:26

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Auckland's playing host to a landmark business summit between New Zealand and the European Union. Minister of Trade and Investment Todd McClay will meet with senior European Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič and 400 top business and political leaders. It's the first high-level business summit between New Zealand and the EU. EU Ambassador to New Zealand, …

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Brian Cox: Executive officer of bioenergy association discusses the Government's new energy plan 4:22

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The Government has released a new energy plan. The 'Wood Energy Strategy and Action Plan' aims to fire up the bioenergy sector. The strategy claims would energy could replace 40% of fossil-fuelled process heat by 2050, displacing 300,000 tonnes of coal at Huntly. Executive officer of bioenergy association Brian Cox told Mike Hosking that 'what the …

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Jason Te Brake: Zespri Chief Executive on successful court case against unauthorised production of kiwifruit 3:10

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Zespri have won a legal battle on the intellectual property front. They won a legal battle in Chinese courts against two defendants involved in the unauthorised production, sale, and marketing of their 'GOLD3' Kiwifruit. Zespri CEO Jason Te Brake told Mike Hosking that China are getting better at protecting intellectual property rights. 'It really …

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Sir Don McKinnon: Former Deputy Prime Minister to Jim Bolger comments on the late Prime Minister's funeral 3:22

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The final farewell for former Prime Minister takes place today. His funeral is being held at his local Catholic parish in Kapiti today at 11am, and thousands are expected to attend. Bolger served as Prime Minister from 1990 to 1997, and passed away last week aged 90. Sir Don McKinnon served as Deputy Prime Minister to Bolger, and joined Mike Hoskin…

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David Seymour: Deputy Prime Minister says health and education unions need to be realistic about pay 4:55

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The Deputy Prime Minister says health and education unions need to be realistic about their pay demands. Tens of thousands of workers across health and education are walking off the job today today in their fight for better pay and conditions. It could be the largest strike action in the country in a generation, but a number of events are expected …

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Mike's Minute: Has protest lost it's impact? 2:12

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Our default to futility worries me. It's the same sort of thing as the "No Kings" march over the weekend in America. What actually is the point of waving placards, or in the "burn the bill" case, lighting fires on beaches? The bill they want to burn is the Marine and Coastal Area Amendment bill. The amendment part is the bit where it is being retur…

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Full Show Podcast: 22 October 2025 1:30:06

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Wednesday the 22nd of October, the foreshore and seabed law change has passed and the Government has smashed their youth offending target four years early - completing two things they said they'd do. The debate is back about whether you should be leaving your KiwiSaver alone until retirement or ge…

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