Best The Lush Life Has It Podcasts (2024)

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Has there ever been a more pointless river? (4 October) 2:51:00

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Why do we no longer learn shorthand and typing at school? Marcus also keeps you updated on the flooding in Dunedin. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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This is not idiot hour (3 October) 2:51:45

2d ago2:51:45

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Marcus keeps you updated with the flooding in Otago and Dunedin tonight. And the census is out! LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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"Is that a Christmas cake or a relapse?" (October 2) 2:52:11

3d ago2:52:11

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Today is officially 12 weeks out from Christmas. You know what that means, time to make your Christmas cake! LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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I feel slightly Trojan horsed, Tom (1 October) 2:46:52

4d ago2:46:52

2:46:52

On tonight's show, Marcus asked listeners about where they were sent during the school holidays and if they traveled alone. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Welcome Daylight Saving(s)? 2:46:42

5d ago2:46:42

2:46:42

Marcus rings in daylight saving with a debate about whether it's saving or savings. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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No one else will find this interesting (27 September 2024) 1:47:30

8d ago1:47:30

1:47:30

Marcus talks about birthdays and walking backwards. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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A lack of symmetry in haircuts (26 September 2024) 2:15:09

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Marcus talks about NZ's fastest-growing town, places in NZ that don't have things that you'd expect them to have, and part-time jobs that took over your main job. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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It's a polariser (25 September 2024) 1:43:15

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Marcus talks comic books, bounty bars, and gets a live review of NZ's newest roundabout! LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Maybe you can only go forward (24 September 2024) 2:14:25

13d ago2:14:25

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We talk time travel - and why any proposed time travellers seemingly would all go to the same time and place. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Marketing of perceived cheapness (23 September 2024) 2:04:15

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Marcus talks Manawa Bay opening right next to an airport, Eddie Low, and because the All Blacks played on the weekend, we hear from Lois! LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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I like your egg passion (19 September 2024) 2:51:35

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On tonight's show, we covered everything from stalking to gambling. But eggs were the real standout for the callers – especially boiled. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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The edge of despair (9 September 2024) 1:37:49

27d ago1:37:49

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The All Blacks have lost to South Africa (again) - and people have things to say about it ... including Lois !! LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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I think it's the door (6 September 2024) 2:03:03

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Your Friday free-for-all covers bands you used to hate and then changed your mind on, things you've persevered in, being colour blind, and the wave of Thai cannabis that swept Auckland in the late 80s. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Not happy with the changes they made (5 September 2024) 1:22:14

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Marcus is pleased no one is complaining about couriers anymore, and what book-based TV shows or movies missed key plot points from their source material? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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No word on why (4 September 2024) 1:45:43

1M ago1:45:43

1:45:43

Of course Christchurch shouldn't host the Commonwealth Games, Donald's upset at what's now missing from Palmerston North Hospital's foyer, and we all learn about polydactyl cats (including how to spell "polydactyl") LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Charlie Ash will never die (3 September 2024) 1:56:51

1M ago1:56:51

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A popular Australian cafe chain has made a rather unpopular announcement, and what do you do when you find something valuable and know handing it in is the right thing to do? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Mark my words! (2 September 2024) 1:44:31

1M ago1:44:31

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Marcus has some questions about the weekend's sports, and how to get a barge off the sea floor. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Caller of the night: Lois predicts more woes for the All Blacks 7:10

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Marcus isn't all that concerned about the All Blacks losing to South Africa. Lois is convinced this means the All Blacks can rule out any future victory... LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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A formative memory (30 August 2024) 2:11:07

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Disaster has struck Marcus' Swanndri collection, and we mark 50 years since the death of one of NZ's most loved political leaders. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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The least unexpected headline of all time (29 August 2024) 1:59:05

1M ago1:59:05

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It's happened to all of us, and boy are there some excellent spillage stories out there... LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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A drive that feels long (28 August 2024) 2:11:06

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With news that the Tui Brewery in Mangatainoka is now basically defunct, Marcus talks about one of NZ's most iconic beer brands. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Crikey! That seems to be the way it is (27 August 2024) 1:34:05

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A prediction from last year's Predictions Game has come true - and it's not about Oasis reuniting! Also how much is Hobbiton bringing in every year? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Gets crazy in Dorothy territory (26 August 2024) 1:47:57

1M ago1:47:57

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Marcus tries to connect listeners with missing collectible cards, talks neighbour disputes, and things you've memorised. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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What's your hobby? 2:04:10

2M ago2:04:10

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Marcus talks America's Cup, hobbies and self checkouts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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What were you doing at 15? (21 August 2024) 2:22:59

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Marcus asks listeners, what surprising thing were you doing when you were 15 years old? The discussion follows criticism thrown at Location, Location, Location host Kirstie Allsopp for allowing her 15 year old son to go on a three week interrailing holiday in Europe without an adult. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Guacamole on what? (20 August 2024) 1:52:10

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Marcus talks dates (and other drupes), missing buses, and TradeMe strategies. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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They're not afraid of infrastructure (19 August 2024) 1:32:30

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Marcus talks bad investments, changing dreams, and giving kids cards to put in their wallets. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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The skills of catching a bus (16 August 2024) 1:57:14

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Marcus talks sports movies, the Bronte sisters, Subway sandwiches, and the death of Elvis. Sounds like a Friday free-for-all for the ages! LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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That's what druids do (15 August 2024) 2:00:18

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Are there any artists that could actually sell out Eden Park more than two nights? And with Stonehenge in the news, Marcus talks about how it might've been built, and whether you've been to visit it in person. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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The police run nitrogen (14 August 2024) 1:52:37

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There's something missing from more and more from petrol stations across New Zealand, and people are getting asked some weird questions at job interviews. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Love a sailor's knife (13 August 2024) 1:39:39

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What's something weird or unusual that happened to you today? Plus it's International Left Handed Day (and once you turn on that tap, you can't shut it off!) LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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A social high jump on a Saturday morning (12 August 2024) 1:48:29

2M ago1:48:29

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Now that they're over for another 4 years, Marcus and the callers decide on the best and most memorable medal moments from Paris. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Never felt the love for that (9 August 2024) 1:25:46

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It's Marcus' last night covering the Olympics - and also a decision has been made about the Christ Church Cathedral. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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What ever TradeMe seller should do (8 August 2024) 1:18:47

2M ago1:18:47

1:18:47

While covering more medals won for NZ at the Olympics, Marcus gets into a pet peeve on TradeMe, whether passenger rail in New Zealand is boring or not. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Giant stacks of cardboard (6 August 2024) 1:29:31

2M ago1:29:31

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It turns out some NZ Olympic athletes are competing in events they don't really want to be in... and what is with our country's obsession with fast-food pizza? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Paper plating (5 August 2024) 1:25:29

2M ago1:25:29

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More Olympics coverage (pole vault and sports climbing!!) - and a new kind of scam Marcus has never heard of. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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You've probably got to bribe them (2 August 2024) (2) 1:03:43

2M ago1:03:43

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More Olympics coverage, plus the usual Friday free-for-all LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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You recognise them by looking (1 August 2024) 1:25:44

2M ago1:25:44

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While covering NZ rowers winning three medals at the Olympics, Marcus gets stories of terrible work mistakes. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Get lapped and you're out (31 July 2024) 1:20:19

2M ago1:20:19

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While covering the men's triathlon at the Olympics, Marcus talks about what ruins pies, and taking your own food to the movies. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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These are the self starters (30 July 2024) 1:39:20

2M ago1:39:20

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Under another day of Olympic coverage, Marcus gets into why teenagers don't seem to have the wide variety of part time jobs we used to have when we were younger. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Better carry on then (26 July 2024) 2:03:51

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On the eve of the Paris 2024 Olympic opening ceremony, Marcus talks about the best moments of past Olympic Games. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Are solo artists the future of music? (25 July) 2:28:48

2M ago2:28:48

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Marcus discusses whether bands are on the way out as solo artists claim top spots in the charts and off the back of last night's torch issue, should we have the right to repair our appliances? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Bring on the Olympics! (24 July) 2:29:46

2M ago2:29:46

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As the Paris Games get underway, Marcus talks all things Olympics. He also reflects on the life of blues legend John Mayall who passed away age 90, the obsession with the Grateful Dead and where to get a torch fixed. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Can you be knighted twice (22 July 2024) 2:20:49

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Following the 1NEWS investigation into Orana Wildlife Park in Christchurch, Marcus gets into whether zoos still have a place in 2024. Also, he talks about a possible third supermarket player entering NZ, and how they stopped the Ōtaki river from flooding. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Costco's end of the world packs (18 July 2024) 1:01:09

3M ago1:01:09

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Marcus talks about pay and display parking, Costco's end-of-the-world food parcels, and Heated Tobacco Products. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Draw the marrow out (17 July 2024) 1:53:32

3M ago1:53:32

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Marcus talks fog lights, peanut butter, and early visits to Disneyland. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Might be in the shoes (16 July 2024) 2:00:16

3M ago2:00:16

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Marcus isn't sure putting speed camera warning signs is a good move, but loves the idea of driving across South Australia. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Draw the curtains and lunge (15 July 2024) 1:32:37

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Marcus gets into why it's better to store bread in the fridge than in your pantry, and discusses the impact of the attempt on Trump's life on the world. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Never thought about the pressure (12 July 2024) 1:47:17

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With red tape and high costs, are we seeing the end of the quintessential school field trip? And what might be causing the cats to be a little crazy this week? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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The rabbits of the sky (10 July 2024) 1:52:57

3M ago1:52:57

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Marcus talks about the Canada Geese problem plaguing the waterways and farmland of Canterbury (and, as it turns out, everywhere else as well). LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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