Podcast Episodes

Christopher Luxon talks economy, Māori relations, Hipkins, and 'corporate speak'

Christopher Luxon believes his so-called ‘coalition of chaos’ has defied the critics.

The Prime Minister is spending the remainder of 2024 lauding hi…

1 year, 4 months ago

Infrastructure woes: New concerns for City Rail Link as decision expected for Cook Strait ferries

Communities around the country are waiting with bated breath for news about major infrastructure projects – ones that are set to cost a lot of money.…

1 year, 4 months ago

Decades of dictatorship in Syria end after rebels take the capital - but what comes next?

After decades years of tyrannical rule, and 13 years of civil war, the Assad regime in Syria has fallen.

After rebels rapidly closed in on the capita…

1 year, 4 months ago

DoC reset on the cards: How revenue raising plans could impact your next tramp

Over the coming weeks, many Kiwis will be heading to our national parks and great walks for their summer holidays.

But if you're doing so for a cheap…

1 year, 4 months ago

Strippers and sex workers seek fairer treatment as Fair Trading Act review looms

When strippers arrive at work and don’t know how much money they’re taking home at the end of the shift.

Their employer might decide to take a higher…

1 year, 4 months ago

From online deliveries to RTDs: Do we need more laws around alcohol?

There are continued calls to tighten alcohol laws in New Zealand.

The growing trend of online deliveries has made advocates worried, with a study fin…

1 year, 4 months ago

Summer weather: New Zealand warned to brace for hot, dry months ahead

New Zealand’s summer is shaping up to be hotter and drier than average.

The country’s forecast has shrugged off the rainy start to summer with temper…

1 year, 4 months ago

Chris Hipkins on Labour's future, taxes, and whether Luxon’s a good PM

Labour Party leader Chris Hipkins has told the party it must change if it wants to re-gain the trust it's lost.

The party held its annual conference …

1 year, 4 months ago

Could changes to ADHD meds be a game-changer or a risk?

Pharmac is now funding a new medicine and has removed renewal criteria for ADHD treatments.

 Advocates are welcoming the move – saying it’s a game-ch…

1 year, 4 months ago

Black Friday deals: Are we really getting bang for our buck?

It’s Black Friday and many Kiwi shoppers have already begun the hunt for some great deals.

While some retailers promise big discounts – sometimes, al…

1 year, 4 months ago