Best Brian Fletcher Podcasts (2024)

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313: Lab Day Chicago 2024 Act 1 with Michael Wandling, Vinod Dudhat, Brian Johns, and Rob Fletcher 1:18:14

16d ago1:18:14

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Want to go on the ULTIMATE exocad vacation? Endless fun, epic weather, amazing food, exotic culture, and two days all about the greatest software in dental, exocad. Join Elvis and Barb on May 9 and 10 on the beautiful Spanish island of Mallorca. It's called exocad Insights 2024 and it's full of amazing speakers, great breakout sessions, evening eve…

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Bob Menery Tells Truth Behind Nelk Lawsuit, Fighting Jake Gyllenhaal & A Two Year Depression 1:49:59

19m ago1:49:59

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This Podcast is sponsored by Betterhelp. Go to http://www.betterhelp.com/rawtalk and get 10% off your first month! 0:00 intro 1:05 bob feels like a lot of people hate him 1:45 the dr Phil episode 2:47 where bob learned how to podcast/talk 4:39 what bob enjoys the most right now 4:55 being old on the internet, the negativity 7:22 any doubts before t…

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Enda Brady: UK correspondent on Liz Truss releasing her book 4:11

12m ago4:11

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Former Prime Minister Liz Truss, who held office for a record 49 days, has recently released her new book. The former UK leader has hit out at civil servants, the Bank of England, several political colleagues - and the fleas in Downing Street. UK correspondent Enda Brady says it's clear Truss has no regrets. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener…

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The Huddle: Will the Warner/Stuff merger address the issues with the media industry? 9:20

7m ago9:20

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Tonight on The Huddle, Josie Pagani from Child Fund and Ben Thomas from Capital joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day- and more! Minister Shane Jones plans to scrap 'red tape' to make coal mining easier. The Greens have already voiced their disapproval- what do we think? Warner Brothers Discovery signed a deal with Stuff t…

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Paul Bloxham: HSBC chief economist ahead of tomorrow's CPI data release 4:27

10m ago4:27

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Tomorrow's CPI data release is expected to reveal how close the Reserve Bank is to pushing down inflation. During last week's OCR update, the Bank was confident restrictions would get CPI back to the target one-to-three percent this year. HSBC chief economist Paul Bloxham predicts that inflation would have slowed down this quarter. LISTEN ABOVE See…

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Jamie Mackay: The Country host on The Country celebrating 30 years 3:57

18m ago3:57

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The Country celebrated 30 years last week, and the celebrations have recently wrapped up. Host Jamie Mackay looked back on the full three decades of rural broadcasting today. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Pattrick Smellie: BusinessDesk managing editor on the possibility of interest rate cuts before September 3:53

8m ago3:53

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BusinessDesk's Pattrick Smellie is off on a European sabbatical- and he's hopeful an interest rate cut could come before his return. He outlined his predictions for the coming months here today. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on Minister Shane Jones dismissing 'green catastrophising' over coal mining changes 5:53

4m ago5:53

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Resource Minister Shane Jones is dismissing what he calls green 'catastrophising' over coal mining. As part of upcoming RMA amendments, Jones will remove the extra controls on consents that he says only apply to coal. He says the industry's treated differently to other types of mineral extraction, and red tape is hurting the sector. ZB senior polit…

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Justin Wallace: First Union spokesperson warns Fletcher subsidiary EasySteel will restructure 2:24

2m ago2:24

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Union workers at Fletcher subsidiary EasySteel have blamed the company's recent mismanagement for a looming restructure. Fletcher has cited market conditions for this restructure, and jobs are on the chopping block. First Union spokesperson Justin Wallace says 50 to 60 jobs could be scrapped. "The interesting part is- this is not only being targete…

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Kiri Hannifin: Air New Zealand Chief Sustainability Officer on Air New Zealand's purchase of sustainable aviation fuel 2:37

16m ago2:37

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Air New Zealand has signed its largest deal yet for sustainable aviation fuel. The airline purchased 9 million litres of fuel from provider Neste, which is expected to reduce carbon emissions up to 80 percent compared to fossil jet fuel. Chief Sustainability Officer Kiri Hannifin supports mandating other airlines follow suit to decarbonise. "All of…

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Chlöe Swarbrick: Green Party co-leader on the Government's plan to ease consenting for coal mines 3:50

6m ago3:50

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The Government is being accused of throwing coal on the climate crisis fire. A new Resource Management Amendment Bill to be introduced next month will ease consenting for coal mines. Labour brought in the controls to end consents for existing thermal coal mines after 2030. Greens co-leader Chlöe Swarbrick says New Zealand has been phasing out coal …

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Tristan Gilbertson: Telecommunications Commissioner 'disappointed' over One NZ code breaches 3:40

13m ago3:40

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The Telecommunications Commissioner says he's disappointed about alleged breaches of the 111 Contact code by telco One New Zealand. The code is designed to protect consumers without copper landline connections. One New Zealand has been accused of failing to provide customers with a way to call 111 in a power cut. Commissioner Tristan Gilbertson say…

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Shayne Currie: NZ Herald Editor-at-large on Stuff's new business agreement with Warner Brothers Discovery 3:53

26m ago3:53

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There's more details on the finances of Stuff's new agreement with Warner Brothers Discovery. The Newshub owner signed a deal with Stuff yesterday to produce and provide a daily bulletin on TV Three from July 6, following Newshub's closure. Stuff CEO Sinead Boucher says they'll bring over some Newshub employees, but fewer than the 40 or 50 proposed…

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Oliver Peterson: Australian correspondent with the latest updates on the Sydney church stabbing 4:14

8m ago4:14

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The stabbing at a church in Sydney's west last night has been labelled a terrorist act. New South Wales police have revealed a young person's been arrested after three people were stabbed at Wakeley's The Good Shepherd Church last night. A graphic video of the attack shows a person lunging at the Bishop during a mass. Australian correspondent Olive…

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Elliott Smith: Sportstalk host on Jordie Barrett's six-month sabbatical to Irish club Leinster 3:36

6m ago3:36

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Confidence the Hurricanes can cope without Jordie Barrett for one Super Rugby campaign. The midfielder has re-signed with NZR until the end of 2028, but the new deal does include a six-month sabbatical at Irish club Leinster next year. Sportstalk host Elliott Smith explains further. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Randy Zelin: Cornell University law professor on the difficulties of finding a jury for Donald Trump's hush money trial 5:52

7m ago5:52

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Finding a jury for Donald Trump's hush money trial is proving tricky. The former US President has pleaded not guilty to 34 felony counts of falsifying business records. Already on day one, 50 prospective jurors have been dismissed after saying they couldn't be impartial. Cornell University law professor Randy Zelin says potential jurors are asked p…

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Heather du Plessis-Allan: TV3's 6pm bulletin is saved - for now 2:27

6m ago2:27

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So, the 6pm bulletin on TV3 is saved after all. It's been announced this afternoon that that Stuff is going to make the bulletin for the owners of TV3, Warner Brothers Discovery. If you’re a fan of Newshub and this news gives you hope, I would very much urge you to temper that expectation. Because this is not going to be what you are used to. It so…

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316: excited about exocad (Insights 2024) with Christine McClymont & Dr. August de Oliveira 1:05:57

1h ago1:05:57

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The shirts and hoodies are BACK! Back in January we sold "Dental Technicians: Making Dentist Look Good since the 1700s" shirts for Lab Day. So many people asked us to bring them back, so we did! Get them here before April 18! https://www.bonfire.com/vftb-the-zippered-hoodie-era/ This week we talk all about the exocad event of the year, exocad Insig…

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Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on the UK being among the nations who helped counter Iran's attack on Israel 4:24

11m ago4:24

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It's been confirmed a number of British fighter jets helped shoot down the drones fired at Israel from Iran. The UK was among several countries which helped counter Iran's unprecedented attack - the first direct strike onto Israeli soil. UK correspondent Gavin Grey explains further. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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The Huddle: Are pet bonds a good idea? 8:57

18m ago8:57

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Tonight on The Huddle, Trish Sherson from Sherson Willis PR and Auckland Councillor Richard Hills joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day- and more! Is the escalating conflict in the Middle East something we should be worried about? Iran sent a barrage of drones and missiles to Israel this weekend- should this be a bigger po…

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Fran O'Sullivan: NZME business commentator on Chris Luxon's meeting with Singapore's Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong 4:29

14m ago4:29

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The Prime Ministers of New Zealand and Singapore have agreed to streamline flows of critical supplies during crises. Chris Luxon sat down today in Singapore with his counterpart Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong to discuss supply chains and maintaining green economy initiatives. NZME business commentator Fran O'Sullivan explains further. LISTEN ABOVE …

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Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on Christopher Luxon's political trip to South East Asia 5:36

4m ago5:36

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Prime Minister Luxon is eyeing up the opportunities and potential to be found in South East Asia. Luxon's leading a 24 person business delegation to Singapore, Thailand, and the Philippines over the course of the week. ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper explains the benefits of New Zealand building more trade relationships. LISTEN ABOVE …

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Jason Pine: Sportstalk host on the Warriors' weekend draw with the Manly Sea Eagles 3:32

4m ago3:32

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The Warriors wound up with a 22-all draw with the Manly Sea Eagles in last weekend's match. As the team trailed 22-20 with seconds left on the clock, Johnson's attempt at a two-point field goal fell short. Sportstalk host Jason Pine weighs in on whether the Warriors should be proud of this. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor…

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Robin Gauld: Otago University Director of the Centre for Health Systems on the rise of private healthcare 5:23

11m ago5:23

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Private healthcare is experiencing a surge in demand as public wait-lists keep expanding. A new private hospital has opened in central Auckland, and Epsom's Mercy Hospital is expected to add dozens more beds and at least 10 new operating theatres. At least 1 third of Kiwis now have private health insurance, with Southern Cross reporting a 3.5 perce…

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'Media ecologist' Jack Myers: No humans for 80% of media planning, buying by 2030; creative-media forced back together, brand-publisher clean rooms surge, programmatic and retailer media hit new turbulence ... 43:21

1d ago43:21

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Five years ago media ecologist Jack Myers made a prediction in the second ever edition of Mi3: By 2025 media would be largely automated and almost totally AI-informed and just a quarter of sales would remain with people and ideas. It happened faster than even he thought. Now Myers predicts that within 12-18 months max, most media planning will be e…

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Nicola Willis: Finance Minister ahead of her meeting with overseas counterparts in Washington DC 7:14

7m ago7:14

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The Finance Minister's excited ahead of her trip to Washington DC. Nicola Willis departs tomorrow for a meeting with her counterparts from Australia, the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom. She says she's looking forward to being in the same room as Janet Yellen, who she describes as a 'Queen' of international economics and finance. "She …

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Chris Bishop: Housing Minister on the new tenancy laws allowing renters to pay an extra bond for pets 2:17

14m ago2:17

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The Housing Minister says introducing pet bonds will make landlords more likely to accept cats and dogs in their properties. The Government's bringing in changes to the Residential Tenancies Act to make it easier for pet-owning tenants to find rental housing. It includes paying an extra bond of two weeks rent, to cover potential damage. Minister Ch…

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Winston Peters: Foreign Affairs Minster on the escalating conflict in the Middle East 4:35

18m ago4:35

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The Foreign Affairs Minister says the Middle East conflict is reaching an uncertain, dangerous and difficult point. It's yet unknown whether Israel will heed America's warning not to respond to a barrage of missiles and drones launched by Iran. The attack was in retaliation to Israel bombing Iran's embassy in Syria, and most of the hundreds of proj…

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Brian Tamaki: Destiny Church leader stands by family member's vandalism of K Road rainbow crossing 4:27

2h ago4:27

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Brian Tamaki claims the public is on his side on rainbow issues. A member of his Destiny Church has pleaded guilty and been convicted of vandalising Auckland's K Road rainbow crossing. Tamaki claims there's public concern about drag queens reading stories to children in libraries and the state of relationship and sexuality education in schools. He …

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James MacKenzie: Reuters correspondent on Israel's possible response to yesterday's attack from Iran 3:23

10m ago3:23

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Israel's war cabinet is due to resume debating how best to respond to Iran's attack on Sunday. Most of the 300 missiles and drones fired towards them were shot down by its Iron Dome. US President Joe Biden has already ruled out any involvement in Israel's response, to avoid worsening the conflict. Reuters correspondent James MacKenzie says Israel d…

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Oliver Peterson: Australian correspondent on Bruce Lehrmann's defamation case verdict 3:35

5m ago3:35

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Over in Australia, a judge has made a civil court ruling that it's likely former political staffer Bruce Lehrmann raped colleague Brittany Higgins. He'd taken a multi-million dollar defamation case over Network Ten's reporting of Higgins' allegations in 2021. Australian correspondent Oliver Peterson says the judge has described Lehrmann as having e…

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Geoff Keey and Jeremy Helson: Forest and Bird spokesperson and Seafood NZ Chief Executive on MPI data indicating the fishing industry hasn't been honest 5:40

1d ago5:40

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The rollout of fishing vessel cameras has come with more vigilant reporting of ocean wildlife deaths. MPI data from its 127 vessels with monitoring cameras suggests deaths were under-reported before their use. Reports of dolphin captures have risen nearly seven-fold since cameras were introduced, compared with 2018, and volumes of discarded fish ar…

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Heather du Plessis-Allan: It's time to punish protestors properly 2:51

26m ago2:51

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Turns out, the person who painted over the rainbow crossing on Auckland's K road 3 weeks ago is related to Brian Tamaki by marriage - what a surprise. He is married to Brian Tamaki’s granddaughter and is the father of, I think four, of Tamaki's great-grand kids. The reason I'm not surprised is - of course Destiny Church was doing this with the rain…

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Polo G on Being Charged, Beef w/ Adin Ross & New Music… 1:23:14

1h ago1:23:14

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0:00 intro 0:39 how important social media is to polo 2:34 being an artist 3:20 what polo g focuses on image wise 4:42 where polo g’s music is coming from 5:38 brad’s first heartbreak 6:48 polo g on relationships 9:51 does polo struggle with time and balance 11:03 prior to money has polo had a perspective on what really matters 12:21 what does polo…

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Will Houston Texans deliver.......with more pressure? 39:38

5d ago39:38

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COUNTDOWN TO THE DRAFT in the AFC SOUTH Are the Texans due for a drop? Will the Jags REBOUND? Or REGRESS? The Colts are on the rise … but how high will they climb? Are the Titans built for the LONG RUN or the RIGHT NOW? Predicted order of finish in the AFC South Teams Needs & Draft strategies team by team AFC South fans sound off! MY DRAFT DAY – Ma…

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Peter Lewis: Asia Business correspondent on Russia-China relations reaching unprecedented levels 4:17

9m ago4:17

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Russia-China relations have reached unprecedented levels according to Russia’s Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov. Lavrov arrived in Beijing for a two-day official visit on Monday with the two countries looking to further solidify diplomatic ties. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Chris Quin: Foodstuffs North Island CEO on the smallest increase in food prices in three years 4:52

10m ago4:52

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Food price data showed prices in March were up just 0.7 percent compared to a year earlier – the smallest increase in food prices in three years. CEO of Foodstuffs North Island Chris Quin tells Heather du Plessis-Allan the business must keep challenging itself to evolve every way it can to remove costs. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for …

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Sports Huddle: Lavina Good and Paul Allison on netball paycuts, a ban on transgender atheletes, NRL season start with long injury list 9:23

8m ago9:23

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Sport journalist Lavina Good and ZB Rugby commentator Paul Allison discuss the need for a shake-up in domestic netball and World Netball’s decision to ban transgender athletes. Also, has the NRL had its best start to the season at the expense of a long injury list? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Lanny Wong: Owner of Mangawhai Pharmacy on pseudoephedrine treatments being available sooner than previously thought 2:46

7m ago2:46

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Pseudoephedrine will be back on the shelves quicker than previously thought. MedSafe has approved 11 medicines that contain the chemical and suppliers say stocks should be in New Zealand by June. Pseudoephedrine-based treatments were banned in 2011, but the new Government has overtured the ban. Owner of Mangawhai Pharmacy Lanny Wong tells Heather d…

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Darrell Harpur: Detective Inspector on the attack on a 15 year old boy in Ngaruawahia 4:24

19m ago4:24

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A 15 year-old boy has been critically injured after being run over multiple times on Wednesday evening in Ngaruawahia. Police are currently treating it as a targeted attack. Detective Inspector Darrell Harpur wants to reassure the community that the attack is not random. He tells Heather du Plessis-Allan police are appealing for information on the …

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Tim Groser: Former NZ Ambassador to the US on NZ's shift to the US as Winston Peters meets with Secretary of State Anthony Blinken 3:12

11m ago3:12

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New Zealand has firmly shifted further to the US after Winston Peters met with US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken overnight. Former NZ Ambassador to the US Tim Groser tells Heather du Plessis-Allan that the move is not a new direction from where we were before the change of government. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa…

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Barry Soper: New Zealand has given the nod on AUKUS 5:14

18m ago5:14

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New Zealand has given the nod to the US Secretary of State that we will sign up to AUKUS, following Winston Peters’ visit to Washington DC. Senior political correspondent Barry Soper tells Heather du Plessis-Allan we could be biting the hand that feeds us as the latest trade figures between New Zealand and China reach over $40 billion. Meanwhile, P…

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Dan Mitchinson: US correspondent reflects on the trial of OJ Simpson, and a new campaign for New Zealand wine in the US 4:02

3m ago4:02

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US Correspondent Dan Mitchinson reflects on the trial of O.J. Simpson, and his time working with homicide detective Mark Furham. Plus, New Zealand wine is making more inroads into the United States with a new campaign ‘Pour yourself a glass of New Zealand’. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Jason Pine: Sportstalk host on Ryan Fox, the Wellington Phoenix 2:13

4m ago2:13

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A sleep-in my have helped Ryan Fox forget his recent woes as he recorded a red hot 31 on the front nine to hold the lead through 12 holes at the opening major of the year before carding a three-under 69 at Augusta National. Plus, Piney predicts the Wellington Phoenix’s highest ever regular season finish. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for…

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Charles Rosenberg: Lawyer and commentator on the lasting legacy of OJ Simpson as a footballer and murderer 4:45

6m ago4:45

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O.J. Simpson, the American football star and Hollywood actor who was acquitted of charges he killed his former wife and her friend in a trial that mesmerised the American public but was later found liable in a separate civil case, has died aged 76. Lawyer and commentator Charles Rosenberg tells Heather du Plessis-Allan that celebrities often enter …

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Enda Brady: UK correspondent on China reportedly flooding the market with fake stamps 3:55

12m ago3:55

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Over in the UK, there's concern around an uptick in counterfeit stamps. Consumers have been warned to be on the lookout for these fake stamps- which investigations indicate have been sent through by China. UK correspondent Enda Brady explains why China could be doing this to the nation. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informati…

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The Huddle: Could Shortland Street be the latest program facing cuts? 8:52

11m ago8:52

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Tonight on The Huddle, Jack Tame from ZB's Saturday Mornings and Q&A and Jordan Williams from the Taxpayers' Union joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day- and more! Shortland Street is the latest program set to be cut, as TVNZ considers the fate of the series. Is this proof our viewing habits have changed? Could it be saved…

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Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds senior portfolio manager on Japan's post-Covid economic development 5:12

10h ago5:12

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After Japan's massive asset bubble burst in 1989, the region experienced 30 years with inflation, interest rates and wage growth remaining near zero. That seems to be changing, with speculation suggesting Japan could develop a 'normal' economy in the post-Covid years. Sam Dickie from Fisher Funds explains what this means for investors. LISTEN ABOVE…

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Rowena Duncum: The Country producer on the radio show celebrating 30 years 2:10

6m ago2:10

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A day full of reminiscing for The Country radio show today as it celebrates 30 years on air. The programme formerly known as the Farming Show had humble beginnings at the Gore Showgrounds, on Radio Hokonui in 1994. Producer Rowena Duncum recapped the station's biggest moments. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Liam Dann: NZ Herald business editor at large on the 'sobering' wave of job cuts in the last month 4:05

9m ago4:05

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It's been a big time for job cuts, with multiple roles being slashed over the past month. The public service has posted several high-profile job cuts, and over 300 media roles disappeared following the TVNZ and Newshub culls. Telecommunications giants like One NZ have also laid off hundreds of workers - and the closure of Sunfed and Kate Sylvester …

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