Podcast Episodes

Jane Wrightson: Retirement Commissioner on the need for care when changing the retirement age

The Retirement Commissioner is asking for a careful and considered approach for changing the retirement age.

During his State of the Nation speech ye…

5 months, 2 weeks ago

Andrew Dickens: My thoughts on Luxon's State of the Nation speech

Election Year is off and running with Christopher Luxon’s State of the Nation address. 

We should know the election date later this week. 

What we do…

5 months, 2 weeks ago

Wealth kick #4: Back from the brink

Last time you heard from us, we talked budgets—how to stop feeling trapped and build a budget that suits you. Today’s episode is a little different: …

5 months, 2 weeks ago

Nicola Willis: Finance Minister outlines goals for 2026

Finance Minister Nicola Willis has outlined her goals for the new year, as the Government prepares for the upcoming 2026 election.

Willis is hoping K…

5 months, 2 weeks ago

Paul Joules: RaboResearch analyst on the rise in chocolate companies looking to develop alternatives

Chocolate products could be in for a shake-up, as manufacturers race to develop cocoa alternatives.

A Rabobank report shows food companies are lookin…

5 months, 2 weeks ago

The Country Full Show: Monday, January 19, 2026

Jamie Mackay talks to David Seymour, Grant McCallum, Mark de Lautour, Graeme Williams, and Phil Duncan.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inform…

5 months, 2 weeks ago

Simon Bridges: Auckland Business Chamber Chief Executive questions extent of economic relief ahead of State of the Nation speech

The business sector will want to know how the Government will support them - as the Prime Minister prepares for his State of the Nation speech. 

Chri…

5 months, 2 weeks ago

Nichole Lewis: No-consent granny flats are in, but should you get one?

The no-consent granny flat law changes came in this week. 

That means you can build an up-to-70sqm dwelling in your backyard without having to ask th…

5 months, 2 weeks ago

Don Brash: Former NZ Reserve Bank Governor on Anna Breman signing a letter of support for US Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell

Don Brash says everyone should be concerned about political interference regarding matters at America's central bank. 

US Federal Reserve Chair Jerom…

5 months, 3 weeks ago

Wealth kick #3: The joy of excel

Do we all really need a budget? And if we do… why does it feel so intimidating (and kind of boring)?
In this episode, we’re reframing budgeting as som…

5 months, 3 weeks ago