Best Billings Instructor Podcasts (2024)

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Enda Brady: UK correspondent on the late Queen Elizabeth's comments about Donald Trump 4:23

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A new book has revealed what the late Queen Elizabeth really thought of former President Donald Trump. According to A Voyage Around The Queen, the deceased ruler found Trump to be 'very rude' during his visits to the UK in 2018 and 2019. UK correspondent Enda Brady says this contradicts Trump's claim that he was her favourite guest hosted at Windso…

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Paul Bloxham: HSBC chief economist on the Reserve Bank cutting the OCR by 25 basis points 4:19

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Homeowners have been able to breathe a sigh of relief following the Reserve Bank's decision to cut the OCR. The cash rate was cut by 25 basis points after their August meeting, down to 5.25 percent. HSBC chief economist Paul Bloxham explains that the RBNZ had to meet expectations to keep the economy in check. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listene…

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Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on REINZ saying there's green shoots in the housing market 3:46

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There's green shoots returning to the housing market, according to the Real Estate Institute. REINZ data shows the volume of sales rose 14.5 percent year-on-year and nearly 20 percent month-on-month. Infometrics Principal Economist Brad Olsen unpacks what this news means following the recent OCR cut. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for pri…

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The Huddle: Will the Kamala Harris hype last all the way until November? 8:39

15m ago8:39

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Tonight on The Huddle, Phil O'Reilly from Iron Duke Partners and Auckland Councillor Richard Hills joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! Darleen Tana has maintained that they're not leaving Parliament and they'll fight back against the Green Party's attempts to oust her. Do we think the Greens will take the ris…

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Vince Hawksworth: Mercury Energy CEO on the company reporting a 159 percent annual net profit increase 6:06

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Mercury Energy has lifted its net profit by 159 percent in the June year to $290 million. The company’s earnings before interest, tax, depreciation, amortisation and financial instruments came to $877m, up 4 percent on the previous year. Mercury CEO Vince Hawksworth has pushed back against accusations of profiteering from Minister Shane Jones. "If …

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Heather du Plessis-Allan: I'm not convinced the Commerce Commission study will lead anywhere 2:21

15m ago2:21

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For once, we have a Commerce Commission study that isn’t going nowhere. Nicola Willis says she's going to do what the Commerce Commission has recommended in the banking study out today - and she'll do all 14 recommendations. This is a little surprise, isn’t it? Because we have got very used to these studies coming out and pretty much nothing of any…

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Full Show Podcast: 20 August 2024 1:40:32

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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Tuesday, 20 August 2024, the Finance Minister has declared war on the "cosy pillow fights" between the big banks. Darleen Tana tells Heather they won't leave Parliament and is pushing back at the "cancel culture" that led to their ousting from the Green Party. Mercury Energy boss Vince Haw…

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Olly Wilson: Selaks General Manager of Sales and Marketing on the company launching its first 5 percent wine 2:02

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Kiwi wine company Selaks has launched its first 5 percent offering amid increased demand for alcohol-free and low-alcohol beverages. Selaks Origins Breeze 5% promises a low alcohol experience, with each bottle containing three standard drinks. General Manager of Sales and Marketing, Olly Wilson, says this gives consumers more choice. "This is the f…

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Darleen Tana: independent MP stands by decision to stay in Parliament 6:21

1h ago6:21

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Darleen Tana says they have support within the Green Party to stay. They've refused the Party's repeated requests to resign from Parliament. Tana today argued Parliament's proportionality isn't affected, because Te Pati Maori is submitting their vote via proxy - aligned with Green positions. Tana says they're not staying for the money, but because …

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Sam Emery: Australian correspondent on the 'forever chemicals' found in Sydney's drinking water 4:52

21m ago4:52

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New reports have unveiled a disturbing discovery in Sydney's drinking water. 'Forever chemicals' with links to cancer have been found in several drinking catchments across the region - that serve millions of Australians. Australian correspondent Sam Emery says investigations are still ongoing into the extent of the damage. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystud…

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Simon Watts: Climate Change Minister unveils new changes to the Emissions Trading Scheme 2:34

9m ago2:34

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The Climate Change Minister believes slashing 24 million carbon credits will fix the struggling Emissions Trading Scheme. Companies buy the credits in quarterly auctions - to offset their pollution output. Repeated failures to sell credits triggered the Climate Change Commission to advise there are too many cheap units available, in order to drive …

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Nicola Willis: Finance Minister on her plan to inject competition into the banking sector 4:22

23m ago4:22

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The Finance Minister aims to put an end to the 'cosy pillow fight' between banks and bolster sector competition. A Commerce Commission report has found that the four big Australian-owned banks are turning high profits, far out-stripping international peers. The Commission has recommends open banking practices and tweaks to Reserve Bank rules to eas…

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Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on Joe Biden's speech at the Democratic National Convention 5:01

38m ago5:01

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Joe Biden's reflected on his legacy - and laid a case against Donald Trump in a rousing address. The President's speech ended the first day of the Democratic National Convention, where Kamala Harris will accept the presidential nomination. Biden says Harris will be a President the nation can be proud of - and will put her stamp on America's future.…

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D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host ahead of the 2024 America's Cup 3:45

1h ago3:45

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After three years of planning, Team NZ is set to compete in the 2024 America's Cup. On August 22, the six America’s Cup teams will take to the water in their new AC75 race vessels for the third and final preliminary regatta before the moments that truly matter. Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave explains further. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/list…

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Mark Stewart: Christ Church Cathedral Reinstatement Limited chair on the project getting mothballed 5:34

13m ago5:34

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There's belief the Christ Church Cathedral will be rebuilt eventually, despite ongoing funding issues. The Reinstatement Group has announced it's pausing work - until more funding is found. The Finance Minister confirmed this month that no more cash will go to the project, leaving it short $85 million. Project chair Mark Stewart says the Government…

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Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on the UK Government enacting measures to stop prison overcrowding 4:32

21m ago4:32

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The UK Government has established emergency measures to ease prison overcrowding as more rioters are being sentenced for their role in the recent unrest. The system, known as Operation Early Dawn, means defendants waiting for a court appearance will be kept in police cells until prison space is available. UK correspondent Gavin Grey says hundreds o…

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Mark Troughear: Freightways CEO on the company reporting a decrease in net profits 4:07

10m ago4:07

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Logistics and courier company Freightways has recorded a 5.8 percent decrease in net profit after weathering what its leaders believe to be the worst of the economic cycle in New Zealand and Australia. Freightways announced its 2024 results to the NZX on Monday. It reported net profit after tax of $70.9 million, a reduction from its 2023 result tha…

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Shane Solly: Harbour Asset Management spokesperson on BNZ's performance of services index staying below 50 3:28

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BNZ’s performance of services index - which measures sentiment across services firms - was up 3.9 points to 44.6 in July from a rock-bottom level of 40.7 in June. While it’s better than June it’s still a very low result - a result below 50 indicates activity is contracting for the fifth straight month. Harbour Asset Management's Shane Solly explain…

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The Huddle: Is a Wellington-Auckland sleeper train a good idea? 10:41

12m ago10:41

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Tonight on The Huddle, Child Fund CEO Josie Pagani and Trish Sherson from Sherson Willis PR joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! There's growing calls to bring back the Wellington-Auckland sleeper train as an alternative to pricey air travel. Is this a good idea? The Government has announced a new crackdown on…

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Full Show Podcast: 19 August 2024 1:40:16

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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday 19 August - The Government is facing pressure to encourage households to reduce their gas usage. Is this a good idea? Energy Resources Aotearoa Chief Executive John Carnegie unpacks this. Police have voiced concerns about the 'organised criminal element' within the increase in boy r…

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Nicola Willis: Finance Minister responds to National's positive 1News Verian poll result 7:40

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The Government has seen support in the latest political poll. The 1News Verian poll has National on 38 percent, ACT on 7 and New Zealand First on 6. Christopher Luxon has jumped 5 percent to 28 percent as preferred Prime Minister. Finance Minister Nicola Willis says it's good to see. "We don't watch the polls too closely, they go up and down, but I…

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Alistair McGregor: Counties Driving School instructor on long wait times still preventing students from getting driver's licences 2:33

14m ago2:33

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A driving instructor says one student drove 500 kilometres to sit his full licence test because of months-long wait times. Counties Driving School's Alistair McGregor says the man drove from Pukekohe to Dannevirke. The Government scrapped free driving test re-sits this year to cull long wait times. McGregor says it's taking time to see any effect. …

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Thomas Nash: Greater Wellington Regional Council climate chair on the growing calls to revive the Wellington-Auckland sleeper train 3:55

12m ago3:55

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Support is re-igniting for a Wellington to Auckland sleeper train, as air fares soar. The idea was floated at a Wellington council meeting last week. Greater Wellington Regional Council climate chair Thomas Nash says tracks between Auckland and Wellington are seriously under-utilised. He says night trains are popular overseas, particularly in Europ…

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Matt Lowrie: Greater Auckland transport blog director on the Government's new $1.3 billion programme to crack down on dangerous driving 3:00

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One commentator says enforcement is critical for road safety. The Government's announced it wants 3.3 million roadside alcohol breath tests a year, with a $1.3 billion budget over three years. $7 million is for incentives for police - for when they meet targets. Greater Auckland transport blog director Matt Lowrie says police haven't done enough br…

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Mark Mitchell: Police Minister on the 'organised criminal element' at the recent boy racer gatherings 3:32

8m ago3:32

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The Police Minister says boy racers are terrorising communities throughout the country. Four police vehicles were rammed at a Waikato gathering over the weekend, and an officer suffered minor injuries. Police say a ute involved was stolen, with fake plates - and two people in the picture they've released weren't involved with the meet. Minister Mar…

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Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent ahead of the latest 1News-Verian poll 5:43

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The latest 1News-Verian poll is due to be released tonight - and it's generated plenty of speculation. The previous poll had National on 38 points, Labour on 29 points, the Green Party on 13 points, ACT at 7points and NZ First on 6 points. ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper outlines what to expect. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listene…

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Jason Pine: Sportstalk host on the All Blacks bouncing back and defeating Argentina at Eden Park 2:58

10m ago2:58

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The All Blacks have bounced back and defeated Argentina - but they'll need to maintain momentum for the Rugby Championships. While a convincing win in the rematch with Argentina was a big improvement on an upset loss in the competition opener - 35 of the 42 points they scored at Eden Park came in the first half. Sportstalk host Jason Pine explains …

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Oliver Peterson: Australian correspondent on the launch of Sydney's new driverless metro train line 5:37

5m ago5:37

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Sydney's long-awaited driverless metro train line has been launched, with up to 200,000 commuters being expected to use the service. The line runs from Chatswood in Sydney's north to Sydenham in the inner west via tunnels under Sydney Harbour. Australian correspondent Oliver Peterson says the project is expected to draw in more international visito…

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John Carnegie: Energy Resources Aotearoa Chief Executive on households potentially needing to reduce gas usage 4:58

10m ago4:58

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Experts have warned the Government that there isn't enough gas for both households and industry - meaning users could face increased prices and potential shortages. The Green Building Council says households need to be encouraged to reduce their gas usage, freeing up supply for industrial exporters. Energy Resources Aotearoa Chief Executive John Ca…

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Jack Wawro Tournament Director of the CRMC Championship and John Young- PGA Pro at The Loop in Chaska 53:38

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Kate Camp: Te Papa spokesperson on charging a $35 entry fee for international visitors from next month 3:35

10m ago3:35

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Te Papa is going to start charging a $35 entry fee for international tourists starting next month. The national museum says it's because rising energy costs, insurance and paying staff is all becoming too expensive. The move's expected to bring in an additional $5-$10 million per year. Te Papa spokesperson Kate Camp told Heather du Plessis-Allan it…

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Full Show Podcast: 16 August 2024 1:40:39

13m ago1:40:39

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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday, 16 August 2024, the Waitangi Tribunal says the Government's Treaty Principals Bill is discriminatory and unfair. Former Waitangi Tribunal historian Dr Sam Carpenter explains what the issue is. Consumer NZ is hitting out at supermarkets and the Grocery Commissioner after news that s…

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Sir Bob Charles: Christchurch Golf Club Patron on LIV golf coming to the Garden City 2:56

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Not everyone loves the idea of LIV golf holding an event in Christchurch. Rumour has it that the saudi-backed breakaway competition is looking at holding a tournament in the garden city, possibly as soon as next year. LIV officials have visited christchurch golf club to have a look. Sir Bob Charles is a patron of that club and told Heather du Pless…

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Geoffrey Miller: International geopolitical analyst on New Zealand and Australia's new security commitment 2:28

16m ago2:28

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New Zealand and Australia have committed to working "in lock step" like never before over security issues. Christopher Luxon and Anthony Albanese have wrapped up their bilateral meeting in Canberra. Luxon says they have agreed to activate the alliance if either nation faces a severe cyber attack, and have invited defence ministers to renew closer t…

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Sam Carpenter: Former Waitangi tribunal historian on the government's Treaty Principles Bill 5:37

1h ago5:37

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The Waitangi tribunal released it's first take on the government's Treaty Principles Bill and it doesn't like it. The tribunal says it's unfair and discriminatory - and should be abandoned. The prime minister has already pushed back, saying it's a coalition commitment with Act to pursue the bill to first reading. Former Waitangi tribunal historian,…

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Gemma Rasmussen: Consumer NZ on supermarket pricing discrepancies 5:03

10m ago5:03

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The Commerce Commission says shoppers are likely to be losing millions of dollars a year due to supermarket pricing errors. Grocery commissioner Pierre van Heerden has called them out for times when the price on the label doesn't match what you end up paying at the counter. He believes when that happens they need to give you the product for free. H…

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74 | Breakthroughs In Breastfeeding 28:58

9h ago28:58

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We are in Week 3 of National Breastfeeding Month, so today we discuss some of the common challenges and breakthroughs in breastfeeding. From cluster feeding to engorgement, plugged ducts, mastitis, and even yeast infections, Mama Vicki shares her expertise and wisdom, offering valuable insights on navigating these challenges. Together, they delve i…

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Enda Brady: UK correspondent on the increased security around Taylor Swift ahead of London concerts 4:53

3m ago4:53

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The security around Taylor Swift has been strengthened ahead of the singer's London shows. Swift is set to perform five nights at Wembley Stadium in the UK capital in her first appearance on stage since a terror threat led to her Vienna shows getting cancelled. UK correspondent Enda Brady says fans without tickets have been asked not to gather outs…

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Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert on the decline in interest in the Metaverse 4:41

16m ago4:41

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A few years ago, the Metaverse was the biggest talking point in the world of technology. Meanwhile in 2024, the virtual platform has declined in popularity and the market has moved on. Sam Dickie from Fisher Funds explains what happened. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Jamie Mackay: The Country host on Federated Farmers voicing support for Government banking inquiry 4:44

20m ago4:44

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The Government's wide-reaching banking inquiry has been met with support from Federated Farmers. Banking spokesperson Richard McIntyre has claimed this inquiry will shine a light on the levels of competition, profitability and transparency in rural lending - information farmers have been waiting for. The Country's Jamie Mackay explains further. LIS…

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Liam Dann: NZ Herald business editor at large on food prices going up 0.6 percent in the year to July 5:30

9m ago5:30

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New data from has confirmed food prices are up - but not as much as predicted. Stats NZ reports show food prices have increased by 0.6 percent in the 12 months to July. NZ Herald business editor at large Liam Dann says this is good news for the economy following the recent OCR cut. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Alan McDonald: Employers and Manufacturers Association Head of Advocacy on the Government's new visa scheme for seasonal workers 4:40

11h ago4:40

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The Government has announced a new immigration pathway for essential seasonal workers. It has created a new subcategory of the Specific Purpose Work Visa - to help employers in upcoming seasonal peaks. Roles must pay at least $29.66 per hour, and offer at least 30 hours each week. EMA's Alan McDonald says these changes will be welcomed by the busin…

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The Huddle: Does Eden Park need more concerts? 9:01

8m ago9:01

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Tonight on The Huddle, journalist Mark Sainsbury and Ali Jones from Red PR joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! North Korea is set to open back up to tourists at the end of the year. Would we go? We've gotten a look at the new school lunches menu - what do we think? Will these be fit for purpose? Eden Park has…

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Sir John Kirwan: former All Black ahead of this weekend's All Blacks v Argentina clash 2:31

11m ago2:31

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The All Blacks lineup has entered the spotlight, with four changes made for Saturday's rematch against the Pumas at Eden Park. Rieko Ioane's swapped in for Anton Leinert-Brown to start at centre while Caleb Clarke and Will Jordan are the starting wingers. Ethan de Groot's out with a neck injury so Tamaiti Williams starts in the front row while form…

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Full Show Podcast: 15 August 2024 1:39:53

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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday August 15, an expert from Massey University shared his theory about where the infamous batch of meth-laced lollies came from. Associate Education Minister David Seymour unveiled his plan for school lunches - and explained how it worked out to be so cost-effective. North Korea is s…

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Mark Crysell: former Sunday reporter on North Korea reopening for tourism 3:48

4m ago3:48

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North Korea's set to reopen for international tourists by the end of the year. Two tour companies with connections to the isolated country have made separate online announcements - saying tour groups would be allowed to visit the city of Samjiyon. It's been almost five years since the country shut its borders due to the pandemic. Former Sunday repo…

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David Seymour: Associate Education Minister on the new school lunches on offer to Kiwi students 4:01

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The Associate Education Minister's unveiled his new plan for school lunches. Newstalk ZB can reveal nine sample recipes from the Ministry of Education include butter chicken, a chicken sandwich, a rice and bean burrito, and Thai chicken curry. David Seymour says these choices are the most cost-effective ways to keep Kiwi students fed. "There's ever…

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Heather du Plessis-Allan: Bring on more concerts at Eden Park 2:50

6m ago2:50

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The submissions are open, you can now have your say on whether Eden Park should be allowed to have 12 concerts a year, which is double what they have at the moment. And from me, it is absolutely a ‘hell yes’. Give them 12 concerts, it's a great place for a show. I've been to a few shows there now - Pink, Ed Sheeran, Billy Joel... and honestly, beca…

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Peter Reynolds: Disability Support Network CEO on disability support services being moved to the Ministry of Social Development 3:10

4m ago3:10

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There's risk the needs of disabled people won't be met as their ministry is carved up. Support services are moving to the Ministry of Social Development, after a review found a lack of control over funding and services at Whaikaha. Disability Support Network CEO Peter Reynolds says the sector has been struggling for over a decade - and doesn't have…

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Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on Opposition leader Peter Dutton saying Australia shouldn't accept Palestinian refugees 4:32

17m ago4:32

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Over in Australia, Opposition leader Peter Dutton has claimed Australia should not accept Palestinian refugees fleeing conflict in Gaza, citing 'security risks'. Dutton's comments have been rejected by senior Albanese government figures, as officials try to keep Palestinian refugees in the country for longer. Australian correspondent Murray Olds sa…

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