Best The Ruth Institute Podcasts (2025)

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The Sacred Heart in the Streets: The Philippines Connection | Nirva and Raven 1:16:32

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Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse speaks with Raven Jard Castañeda and Nirva dela Cruz, two young Catholic leaders from the Philippines who helped pioneer the Humilitas March—a public act of reparation and devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. What began in 2024 as a small prayer gathering in Davao has grown into a nationwide movement offering a faithful …

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Mike's Minute: Here’s what the Reserve Bank have to do today 1:57

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I would have thought the NZIER numbers yesterday sealed the deal for the Monetary Policy Committee and today's call. The NZIER was the last substantive look at the economy, and what it shows is we have real trouble. Quite possibly recessionary trouble. They think Q3 was certainly flat, if not in contraction. If it is contraction, you can add that t…

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Blake Holgate: Rabobank Head of Sustainable Business Development on households spending $240 a week on food 4:29

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People are making tough choices at the supermarket to keep costs down. A new report reveals the average weekly spend per household is now $240 – an increase of only $2 from 2023. To cut costs, 31% of are buying less groceries, 48% are downgrading on brands, and 30% are looking for specials. Head of Sustainable Business Development at Rabobank, Blak…

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Pollies: Mark Mitchell and Ginny Andersen talk protest laws. benefit policy 11:10

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The Police Minister says officers don't have the laws they need to move protesters from MPs' homes. The Government introduced the legislation to ban protests outside homes in August, and it's now before a select committee. A 29-year-old man's turned himself in and been charged, accused of smashing a window at Foreign Minister Winston Peters' house …

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Full Show Podcast: 08 October 2025 1:30:01

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 8th of October, what is the Reserve Bank going to do today? Cut 25 basis points or 50? If I told you that on average we're only spending $2 more per week on groceries compared to 2023, would you believe me? Mark Mitchell and Ginny Andersen talk the Government's benefit policy and protest…

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Ruth Shinoda: Education Review Office Deputy CEO on the report finding attitudes towards attendance is turning around 3:57

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Students' attitudes towards truancy are said to be turning around. A new Education Review Office report has found six out of ten students attend regularly – back to pre-Covid levels, but still down on 2015. It also found 80% think education is important for their futures, and 75% think attending every day is important. Deputy Chief Executive Ruth S…

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Mark Revill-Johnson: Institute of Driver Educators President on VTNZ officers allegedly taking bribes 3:40

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More than 300 people in Auckland have been ordered to re-sit their practical driving tests. It followed allegations VTNZ officers took money in return for giving passes. Five officers at VTNZ's Highbrook branch have been sacked and police have launched an investigation into potential fraud. The wrongdoing's alleged to have taken place over a few ye…

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Nick Tuffley: ASB Chief Economist on whether the OCR will be cut by 25 basis points or 50 4:46

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Economists are split on how far the Reserve Bank will go with slashing the Official Cash Rate. The central bank will reveal its latest monetary policy decision this afternoon. There are strong expectations of a cut from three percent, but debate over its size. ANZ says a 25 basis point cut could be strategic at this point in the cycle, with the OCR…

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Nathan Guy: Meat Industry Association Chair on the $1.2 billion opportunity for the red meat sector 4:11

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The stars are aligning for the red meat sector with record returns and global demand. Rabobank's latest report suggests two-million underutilised dairy calves are born each year, at a time when beef prices are hitting record highs. It's calling for a coordinated effort across breeding, rearing, and value chains to add an alleged $1.2 billion to the…

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Chelsea Winter: Kiwi Chef on her new cookbook 'Nourish' and wellness retreat 11:49

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Kiwi Chef Chelsea Winter is all about making a practical resource for Kiwi families, having written nearly ten cookbooks over the years. Her last few books have been focused on plant-based recipes, many of them dairy-free, egg-free, and refined sugar-free, but her 8th book, ‘Nourish’ is a return to the basics. “My books have always been created wit…

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Full Show Podcast: 07 October 2025 1:30:17

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 7th of October, there are new measures from the Government to improve attendance rates, with dozens more schools signing up for support. Health NZ’s buying thousands of vapes —including flavoured products— for those trying to quit smoking, and Mike is incredulous. Chelsea Winter discusses …

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Kelly Burrowes: Auckland University Researcher on Health NZ ordering more vape kits for smokers 4:29

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A researcher says all she can do is laugh about the Government ordering more vapes for those wanting to quit smoking. Health New Zealand's been providing vape kits to smokers for almost a year as part of a pilot programme, initially ordering three thousand kits. Newstalk ZB has revealed it's ordering more, including flavours like cinnamon and blueb…

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Rehette Stoltz: Gisborne Mayor and Local Government NZ Vice-President on the local body government roles won by default 3:56

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More than 200 people have won by default in this weekend's local election, but that's an improvement on decades prior. Newstalk ZB analysis of the thousands of council races over five consecutive elections have found more than one in seven roles have been won by the only person who stood. Unopposed elections have fallen by about a third since 2001.…

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Graeme Edgeler: Constitutional Law Expert on the bill that would criminalise protest action in residential areas 2:34

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Uncertainty whether a potential law criminalising protest action near private residences will be effective. Legislation is currently before Parliament that would give the Police greater power to move protesters in residential areas along – submissions on the bill closing yesterday. At the same time, an arrest has been made after an alleged vandalis…

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Cath O'Brien: Board of Airline Representatives Executive Director on the Commerce Commission ruling out an inquiry into airport regulation 3:52

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Airlines are backing the Commerce Commission's decision to stop short of a formal inquiry into airport regulation. It's instead looking at changing how much information airports should provide airlines about major upgrades. This follows Air New Zealand writing to the regulator, raising that the costs it was facing from airports were growing out of …

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Catherine Field: Paris Correspondent on French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu resigning after 27 days 4:17

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France is farewelling its fifth Prime Minister in under two years as it enters a fresh political crisis. The country's new Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu has resigned just hours after appointing his new cabinet. His ministerial line-up has been heavily criticised by parties in the National Assembly. Newstalk ZB's Paris correspondent Catherine Fie…

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David Seymour: Associate Education Minister on the changes to truancy service contracts to further improve attendance 3:30

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David Seymour says the Government's winning because attendance is improving. The Associate Education Minister's putting $140 million towards improving attendance over four years, promising to reach twice the number of students. Extra support is going to 170 schools with chronic absence. Seymour told Mike Hosking when defining our long-term future, …

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Risk and Responsibility in the College Business Office 22:39

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Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) is more than just a threat assessment; it’s a methodical organization-wide approach to making decisions about the safety and security of college and university community members – on campus and abroad. Join Bronté Burleigh-Jones, CFO, vice president, and treasurer at American University; Keesha Trim, senior director…

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Full Show Podcast: 06 October 2025 1:30:17

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Listen to the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Monday 6 October. Get the Mike Hosking Breakfast 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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Commentary Box: Andrew Saville and Jason Pine review the NRL final, All Blacks vs the Wallabies, and Dame Noeline Taurua's legal battle 11:25

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Jason Pine and Andrew Saville join Mike Hosking this morning to discuss the weekend's sports. On the table today: The Broncos defeat Melbourne Storm to win the NRL final. The All Blacks beat the Wallabies in Perth, finishing second in the Rugby World Championship. And the struggle continues for the Silver Ferns as Dame Noeline Taurua and Netball NZ…

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Yvonne Willering: Former Silver Ferns coach gives the latest updates on the Dame Noeline Taurua situation 4:25

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Netball NZ and Dame Noeline Taurua are headed for a legal showdown after both sides have failed to reach an agreement. Yvette McClausland-Durie will continue as coach for the Constellation Cup. Former Silver Ferns head coach Yvonne Willering told Mike Hosking that this is now an employment matter, therefore the Players Association isn’t involved in…

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Christopher Luxon: Prime Minister taking steps to ban protests outside politician's homes 11:01

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Chris Luxon says the Government's taking steps to ban further protests outside politicians' homes. Protesters gathered outside Foreign Minister Winston Peters' Auckland house on Thursday, in support of the Kiwis detained by Israel, while travelling in a flotilla to Gaza. The Prime Minister says legislation is currently before select committee to ba…

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Rod Bell: Blue Light Youth Chief Operating Officer aims to break cycle of children staying on the benefit 2:36

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It's thought that new beneficiary initiatives make huge financial sense for New Zealand. The Government's announced from November next year, parents who earn more than 65-and-a-half thousand dollars must support their 18 and 19-year-olds. There's also a thousand dollar bonus for certain people who stay off benefits for a year. Blue Light Youth Chie…

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Viv Beck: Heart of the City Chief Executive says business need public by-laws to be enforced 3:18

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Auckland city centre store owners believe homelessness, anti-social behaviour and not enough police is crippling their trade. Heart of the City surveyed 102 business owners - with 91 percent saying rough sleeping and begging was affecting their business. Seventy-two percent weren't satisfied with the standard of Queen Street's cleanliness. Chief Ex…

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Mike's Minute: The Tom Phillips info injunction is useless 2:04

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You wondered how long it would take for someone to work out that the injunction over Tom Phillips and the various bits and pieces we are not allowed to talk about, would be talked about. Maybe this is widely understood. Maybe it isn't. But an injunction, as imposed by a New Zealand court, is applicable only to New Zealand. It was an effective mecha…

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Mark the Week: The power industry reform was the Govt's weak point 2:21

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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 All Blacks: 8/10 That was the best match of the Rugby Championship. In a competition where everyone has beaten everyone, we have seen a sign that quality rugby is on the up. Winston Peters: 7/10 It took too long to get there b…

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Mike's Minute: We need more bipartisan politics on key issues 2:15

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"Every three years the political goalposts move". Indeed, we call it an election. But the quote is from the infrastructure industry. Their report out this week tells you the usual tale – that the pipeline, or lack of it, is an issue and politics gets in the way. It holds the country back. The Treasury report we featured this week as well tells pret…

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Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the Government shutdown 4:42

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The White House Press Secretary's confirmed federal layoffs could happen within days thanks to the latest United States government shutdown. Federal funding expired yesterday after Democrats and Republicans failed to get their respective bills through the senate, furloughing thousands of government workers. Donald Trump is blaming the Democrats, th…

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Wrapping the Week with Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson: Tim turns 60, All Blacks and injuries, and plush toys 10:00

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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. It was Tim’s birthday yesterday – the big 60. Did he do anything fun to celebrate? They also touched on All Blacks and injuries ahead of this weekend’s clash, and a very expensive brand of plush toys. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener …

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Jordie Barrett: All Blacks vice-captain previews the test against the Wallabies 6:40

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The Bledisloe Cup is back in storage for another year but the Rugby Championship remains up for grabs for all four teams going into the final round. The All Blacks are taking on Australia at a sold-out Optus Stadium, while South Africa clashes with Argentina at Twickenham. Seven changes have been made to the side, with Scott Barrett returning from …

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Full Show Podcast: 03 October 2025 1:30:26

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Friday 3rd of October, what is going on with Te Pati Maori? In fights, out fights, and one of the biggest Māori-led activist groups has severed ties. And all of this comes before they “reset” in a week or so. All Black vice captain Jordie Barrett says we're in for a good chance of reclaiming the R…

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Simon Rutherford: Auto Distributors NZ CEO on the new car brands entering the NZ market 3:55

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New Zealand's electric car market is reaching a tipping point. Five new Chinese car brands have entered the market in the last two months – Dongfeng being the latest. Its launch lineup includes three fully electric models, and dealerships are set to open in Auckland, Wellington, and Christchurch later in the year. Auto Distributors NZ CEO Simon Rut…

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Toby Stuart: Michelin Star Chef on the launch of their new luxury retreat in Abel Tasman 4:09

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A more analogue type of vacation at a new retreat. Created by Kiwi Michelin Star Chef Toby Stuart and his wife Sabina Bronicka-Stuart, ‘Slow Stay’ is a luxury retreat over the Abel Tasman. The idea is to switch off technology and relax, recuperate, recharge, and reconnect with one another and the world around us. It’s tapping into the global wellne…

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Billie Moore: Airports Association CEO on the launch of the new freight plan 2:19

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The Government's launched an NZTA-backed freight action plan, which will link big airport projects with road and rail. It'll look at national demand and set up a freight advisory council after calls from the industry to make exports more competitive, and imports more affordable. Airports Association Chief Executive Billie Moore told Mike Hosking th…

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Te Ururoa Flavell: Former Te Pati Māori co-leader on Toitū Te Tiriti cutting ties with the party 3:33

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An ex-Māori party co-leader suspects problems within the current cohort as an influential former supporter cut ties. Toitū Te Tiriti's Eru Kapa-Kingi's described the party's leadership as "effectively a dictatorship model". The party's emailed members overnight, saying it remains committed to transparency, accountability, and unity. Former co-leade…

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Andrew Hoggard: Associate Agricultural Minister on the new welfare requirements for pig farming 2:42

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Hopes new welfare requirements for pig farming will streamline how things operate. The changes include requirements for the use of farrowing crates and mating stalls, as well as requirements for space to grow pigs. They won't come into force until the end of 2035, so farmers have time to prepare. Associate Agriculture Minister Andrew Hoggard told M…

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#229 How Athletes Boost Recovery by 46% With 5.5 Breaths Per Minute | Adam Ludwin @FivePointFive 1:10:15

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Think your breathing has little impact on performance? Adam shows how BioHarmonizing your breath with 5.5-second rhythms, CO2 tolerance, & HRV tracking can improve sleep, reduce stress, & raise endurance. Meet our guest Adam is a serial entrepreneur who, after selling Captify Technologies in 2021, became fascinated with the power of breath work. He…

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Mike's Minute: The problem with the Govt's passion projects 2:11

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Forget the detail of the power reforms, because we dealt with them yesterday, let's deal to the politics of it and a habit the Government has that is hurting them. There is a pattern. The pattern is the Government tells us there is something wrong, it could be banks, it could be supermarkets, it could be power, or it could be airlines. The last Gov…

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Nadia Lim: Kiwi Chef on her new cookbook 'Nadia's Farm Kitchen' and her farming journey 12:27

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A new cookbook and a celebration of the farming sector. Kiwi Chef Nadia Lim has spent over five years designing her new cookbook, which she says is about paying tribute to the farmers, land, and sustainable food. ‘Nadia’s Farm Kitchen’ is filled with seasonal recipes, as well as offering a glimpse into life on Royalburn Station with personal storie…

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Full Show Podcast: 02 October 2025 1:30:18

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Thursday 2nd of October, the Government is teaming up with banks to try deliver more social housing – Minister Chris Bishop unpacks the scheme. Pharmac’s new Chief Executive Natalie McMurtry speaks for the first time on how she plans to lead the entity. Beloved Kiwi chef Nadia Lim has been working…

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Natalie McMurty: Pharmac CEO on entering her new role 4:01

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Natalie McMurtry says Pharmac's model drew her to the agency's top job. She is just three weeks into her five-year-contract as chief executive at the drug-buying agency. The Canadian is tasked with continuing efforts to improve the agency's standing with the New Zealand public after years of degradation. McMurty told Mike Hosking she’s happy to kee…

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Jim Dolan: Australian Sports Journalist on the latest rumours surrounding R360 4:57

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A big headache for NRL bosses ahead of the grand final. 10 stars are reportedly lined up to leave league, defecting to rugby union’s Saudi-backed ‘R360’, including Ryan Papenhuyzen, Zac Lomaz, and Warriors winger Roger Tuivasa-Sheck. The competition is targeting an October 2026 start date. But Australian Sports Journalist Jim Dolan confirmed to Mik…

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Kelvin Davidson: Cotality Chief Property Economist on property values rising after a five month slide 2:01

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There's a view the property market will continue to be in buyers' favour for some time, despite values edging up. Cotality data shows property values in New Zealand ticked up by 0.1% in September, following a cumulative 1.6% drop over the five months to August. Chief Property Economist Kelvin Davidson says regional New Zealand properties are faring…

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Leigh Marsh: Custodial Services Commissioner on the increase in prison assaults 2:41

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Corrections says a steep increase in prison assaults is due to better reporting of incidents. New data shows there were more than 2600 assaults in the last financial year. It includes more than 1500 prisoner-on-prisoner assaults, and more than 1000 on staff. Custodial Services Commissioner Leigh Marsh told Mike Hosking they've been working hard to …

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Chris Bishop: Housing Minister on the new loan scheme for community housing providers 4:54

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The Housing Minister's working to strengthen our community housing sector with a new loan scheme. The Government will take on some of the risk of bank loans to eligible community housing providers. It says the move should lead to more social homes with better lending conditions and lower priced loans. Chris Bishop told Mike Hosking Kāinga Ora curre…

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Stew Hamilton: Mercury Energy CEO on the Government's energy sector plans 5:14

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Mercury Energy says the Government's new energy plan gives it confidence to keep investing in projects. It's offering Crown-controlled companies more capital to invest in generation projects, establishing a Liquefied Natural Gas import facility, and giving the Electricity Authority greater power. CEO Stew Hamilton told Mike Hosking businesses now h…

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Mike's Minute: Real estate deals shouldn't be race-based 2:18

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The Dixon Street building debacle surely allows us to ask some questions of the Treaty process. If you missed it, Dixon St Apartments sold for a million dollars to local Māori under their Treaty deal – the Treaty deal had a first right of refusal clause. Now my assumption, clearly incorrect, is you would get first right of refusal based on the idea…

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Pollies: Mark Mitchell and Ginny Andersen talk local body elections, electricity announcement, earthquake-prone building changes 10:39

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Today on Politics Wednesday, Mark Mitchell and Ginny Andersen are calling in from airports in Italy and Auckland to delve into the biggest topics of the week so far. Local body elections are looming – how can we raise the involvement rate? Plus, a raft of changes to both the earthquake-prone building system and the energy sector were announced in t…

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Full Show Podcast: 01 October 2025 1:29:53

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 1st of October, we get an insight into whether Hamas is likely to accept Trump’s proposed peace plan. The Government has announced their plan for energy reform – boom or bust? Energy Minister Simon Watts unpacked the announcement. Mark Mitchell and Ginny Andersen join us from airports in…

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Simon Watts: Energy Minister on the Government's plan for energy reform, procuring a Liquefied Natural Gas facility 5:22

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The Government’s opting to provide capital to Crown-controlled power companies instead of reshaping its role in the energy sector. Genesis, Mercury, and Meridian have been assured funding is available for major infrastructure projects. A procurement process for a Liquefied Natural Gas facility has also been launched, which Energy Minister Simon Wat…