Podcast Episodes

Charles Feldman: US Correspondent on the affects of Donald Trump's tariffs

The effects of Donald Trump's tariff hikes are already being felt in the US and around the world.  

The US President's updated trade policy is now in effect for more than 90 trading partners.  

New Z…

Published on 4 months, 1 week ago

Eric Crampton: NZ Initiative Chief Economist on the Treasury report revealing the cost of the Covid-19 pandemic to be $66 billion

An economist says the Government did the best it could in the early stages of the Covid-19 pandemic.  

The Treasury's latest report calculates the total cost of the Covid-19 pandemic at $66 billion. …

Published on 4 months, 1 week ago

David Seymour: Deputy Prime Minister on school leavers, Labour declining requests to collaborate on the NCEA reform

The Deputy Prime Minister says he'd sack Willow Jean-Prime for declining numerous Government requests for collaboration on NCEA reform. 

Documents show Labour's education spokesperson declined an adv…

Published on 4 months, 1 week ago

Mike's Minute: Shane Jones can help the Govt shift up a gear

Shane Jones is fast becoming my favourite politician. 

And he might have summed up the Government's issues with one on of his increasingly famous quips. 

"The Ruth Richardson bare austerity approach …

Published on 4 months, 1 week ago

Kaylee Bell: Kiwi Country Singer on motherhood, performing, Cowboy Up

Kaylee Bell has been busy since she last popped into the ZB studio. 

The Kiwi country singer has released a new single, has a new album ‘Cowboy Up’ on the way and a five date tour coming later in the…

Published on 4 months, 1 week ago

Mike Jones: BNZ Chief Economist on the unemployment rate rising to 5.2%, expected OCR cut

Rising unemployment is expected to add to the case for a lower OCR. 

Unemployment's hit a five-year high of 5.2% and is expected to rise further. 

Economists now broadly expect the Reserve Bank to cu…

Published on 4 months, 1 week ago

Full Show Podcast: 07 August 2025

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 5th of August, the unemployment number wasn’t as bad as predicted, but it could still go up from here – plus, the Government has announced …

Published on 4 months, 1 week ago

Sue Chetwin: Grocery Action Group Chair on the Commerce Commission report revealing rising supermarket prices

Grocery prices will continue to hit Kiwi consumers and our economy hard. 

A report by the Commerce Commission shows prices are increasing again this year after appearing to stabilise last year. 

It's…

Published on 4 months, 1 week ago

Rosann Connolly George: Vincent George Travel Agents co-owner on Kiwis making a record number of insurance claims in Europe

Kiwis are becoming a liability when travelling in Europe.  

New data reveals 1Cover New Zealand has paid out more than $2.7 million in travel claims to customers travelling to Europe since May. 

The …

Published on 4 months, 1 week ago

Robyn Walker: Deloitte Tax Partner on businesses owing more than $1.4 billion in unpaid GST and PAYE

A tax expert says there is a concerning trend as businesses owe more and more to Inland Revenue.  

Businesses owe more than $1.4 billion in unpaid GST and PAYE from the 2025 tax year. 

Only $66 milli…

Published on 4 months, 1 week ago