Best Christopher ORiley Podcasts (2024)

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Rod Liddle: UK Correspondent on the results of local elections 6:54

31m ago6:54

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It’s not boding well for the Tories in the wake of the local elections. The Conservative Party has lost over 500 councillors, making it the worst result not only in living memory but in the party’s history. UK Correspondent Rod Liddle told Mike Hosking that the results came in during a glorious week for Rishi Sunak, but it did him no favours at all…

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Mike's Minute: We don't need as many councillors or MPs 2:20

1h ago2:20

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We have a lot to thank Jamie Arbuckle for. Jamie is a Marlborough councillor and an MP for New Zealand First. He is this week's political headline because he has two jobs and two salaries and has, for now, decided to keep all of them. We thank him because it proves without a shadow of a doubt that one, if not two of these jobs aren't actual jobs as…

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Brett O'Riley: Employers and Manufacturers' Association CEO on the OECD report and the call for foreign investment 3:33

1h ago3:33

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There are calls to boost foreign investment in local businesses to get our economy going again. The OECD's biennial report has found a lack of competition and restrictive foreign investment rules are barriers to improving productivity. Employers and Manufacturers' Association chief executive Brett O'Riley says getting more foreign investment in is …

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Full Show Podcast: 7 May 2024 (2) 1:28:47

1h ago1:28:47

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 7th of May, we talked to the Corrections Association about the Government's new $1.9 billion plan to make NZ safer. The Prime Minister joined the show to talk about the cluster that was their press conference and whether we're getting fleeced by the banks and Air NZ. Kiwi singer Mel Parson…

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Full Show Podcast: 7 May 2024 1:28:47

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 7th of May, we talked to the Corrections Association about the Government's new $1.9 billion plan to make NZ safer. The Prime Minister joined the show to talk about the cluster that was their press conference and whether we're getting fleeced by the banks and Air NZ. Kiwi singer Mel Parson…

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Mel Parsons: Kiwi folk and country singer on the release of her new single and upcoming album 11:38

25m ago11:38

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Performing never gets old for kiwi folk-country singer Mel Parsons. Having just released her newest single and with her sixth album on the way, Parsons is set to have a quick release tour in New Zealand before heading off to Canada for more live shows. Having previously lived in Canada, Parsons told Mike Hosking that it’s kind of like being in a mo…

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Todd McClay: Trade Minister on the free trade agreement negotiations with the United Arab Emirates 4:32

22m ago4:32

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The Trade Minister says they're taking an "exciting step" as negotiations start on a free trade agreement with the United Arab Emirates. The Minister's met with his counterpart in Dubai in an attempt to strengthen ties with the economic giant. Trade Minister Todd McClay told Mike Hosking that the UAE is an important partner for New Zealand. He says…

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Christopher Luxon: Prime Minister on the Corrections funding mix up, the OECD report, and MPs drawing dual salaries 10:16

28m ago10:16

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The Prime Minister has admitted the Government got mixed up in its corrections funding announcement yesterday. There was confusion from Corrections Minister Mark Mitchell over how many beds in total Waikeria Prison would have, with an additional 810 beds. Christopher Luxon told Mike Hosking that he spoke to Mitchell about the mix up straight afterw…

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Floyd du Plessis: Corrections Association President on the lack of details in the Government's funding announcement 3:52

27m ago3:52

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The Corrections Association says it's concerned about the lack of detail in the Government's funding announcement. The Government's injecting $1.9 billion into Corrections to establish more prison beds, bolster frontline staff, and provide further support for offenders. Corrections Minister Mark Mitchell says the association wasn't consulted due to…

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Grant Webster: Tourism Holdings Limited CEO on the drop in the company's shares 2:33

37m ago2:33

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The slashed earnings forecast for Tourism Holdings is largely due to sinking vehicle sales. The dual-listed camper van and tourism company now expects net profit for the year to be around $53 million, instead of $75 million. Stock value dropped 32% following the news. Chief Executive Grant Webster told Mike Hosking that when it comes to tourism, th…

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Full Show Podcast: 6 May 2024 1:29:12

22h ago1:29:12

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Monday the 6th of May, we have the Government's water plan for Auckland, so what could that mean for the rest of the country? Insurance rates are going up six times faster than incomes so what can we do about it? Kris Faafoi with the Insurance Council speaks to Mike. Andrew Saville and Guy Heveldt…

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Commentary Box: Warriors loss, Super Rugby, Rugby Sevens, F1, and SailGP 12:11

8h ago12:11

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Andrew Saville and Guy Heveldt joined Mike Hosking to discuss the Newcastle Knights takedown of the Warriors, the weekend in Super Rugby and the Rugby Sevens and Formula 1. Plus, the Sail GP event in Bermuda had a dramatic capsize. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Steve Price: Australia correspondent on teen shot dead by police in Perth, student loan repayment threshold set to change 5:38

8h ago5:38

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A teen has been shot dead by police after a knife attack in Perth, Australia. Western Australia Police Commissioner Col Blanch said the incident had hallmarks of a terror attack. The 16-year-old had been part of an anti-radicalisation support program since 2022. The boy called 000 to report that he was about to commit acts of violence. Before the a…

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Blair Walter: Felton Road Winemaker on taking the crown of Winery of the Year 3:34

9h ago3:34

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Winery of the Year has been announced, with Central Otago’s Felton Road taking the crown. The competition was independently ranked by wine critics. Felton Road Winemaker Blair Walter tells Mike Hosking the awards are incredibly important and it is great to be sitting top of a list of globally impressive wines. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listen…

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Kris Faafoi: Insurance Council Chief Executive on cost of insuring a home is rising six times faster than incomes 5:27

9h ago5:27

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The cost of insuring a home is rising six times faster than incomes. Data from Stats NZ show insurance premiums have increased 14 percent in the year to March, while incomes rose just 4.1 percent over the same period. The price of home insurance has increased 24.6 percent, while contents has increased 28 percent – both the biggest increase since th…

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Mat Bailey: North Canterbury Hunting Competition organiser on the return of the controversial killing of feral cats 2:27

9h ago2:27

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The controversial Canterbury feral cat killing competition is back. Nearly 250 cats were caught last year, causing protests and backlash from animal safety advocates. This year, the competition has dedicated two categories to hunting and killing feral cats. North Canterbury Hunting Competition organiser Mat Bailey tells Mike Hosking the backlash ha…

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Brendon Crompton: Blue Light's Chief Operating Officer on nearly half of youth offenders escaping from community remand homes 2:50

9h ago2:50

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Nearly half of youth offenders placed in community remand homes run away. A memo from Oranga Tamariki revealed between August 2020 and February 2023, 40 percent of youth offenders placed in community remand facilities nationwide escaped lawful custody. In Auckland, 49 percent escape. Blue Light Chief Operating Officer Brendon Crompton tells Mike Ho…

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Simeon Brown: Local Government Minister on Government's deal with Auckland Council for long-term investment in water infrastructure 3:31

10h ago3:31

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The Government has made a deal with Auckland Council as part of its Local Water Done Well reforms. The deal saves Aucklanders from Watercare’s proposed 25.8 percent rates increase. Watercare will be able to borrow $1.9 billion over the next ten years for long-term investment in water infrastructure. Local Government Minister Simeon Brown tells Mike…

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Richard Arnold: US correspondent on Boeing being poised to launch Boeing Starliner into space, trillions of cicadas emerge 3:44

10h ago3:44

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Boeing is poised to launch astronauts to the International Space Station for Nasa. The Boeing Starliner is set for launch tomorrow, years behind schedule and more than a billion dollars over budget. US correspondent Richard Arnold tells Mike Hosking Boeing has struggled with all sorts of technical issues as they work to become the alternate space o…

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Jacinta Fitzgerald: Chief Executive of Mindful Fashion on report into fashion's economic and cultural contributions to NZ 4:17

10h ago4:17

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The cancellation of New Zealand Fashion Week has highlighted wider issues within our fashion community. A report commissioned by Mindful Fashion looking into the economic and cultural contributions found that last year, the sector added 7.8 billion to the economy, paid 4.4 billion in wages and contributed 1.9 percent to GDP. There are calls for the…

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Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the arrests made at the University of California after mayhem erupted at the protest encampment 5:26

3d ago5:26

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More protesters have been arrested as students continue to demonstrate at US universities. Police dismantled a Pro-Palestine camp set up in front of Royce Hall at the University of California, making more than 200 arrests. US Correspondent Richard Arnold told Mike Hosking that the protests turned to mayhem after midnight and fights erupted when pro…

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Joanna Pidgeon: Lawyer on the unclaimed funds held by Inland Revenue 2:44

3d ago2:44

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Kiwis are being urged to check if Inland Revenue has any unclaimed funds in their name. Almost 416,000 Kiwis are owed more than $477 million from forgotten funds, unknown debts, or unclaimed inheritance, which eventually goes to the Crown if unclaimed. That includes the inheritance of Kiwis who died without a will and with no known relatives. Lawye…

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Mike's Minute: Where are the solutions from the Reserve Bank? 2:18

3d ago2:18

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The Reserve Bank has an odd mandate. On one hand they directly involved themselves in cocking up the economy to the extent it has been by throwing printed money about the place, often with no real guidelines to banks as to where it would end up. Small clue: it went into housing. But the on the other hand they are all over us in terms of rules aroun…

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Mark the Week: James Shaw was badly let down 2:42

3d ago2:42

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At the end of each week, Mike Hosking takes you through the big-ticket items and lets you know what he makes of it all. Julie-Anne Genter: 0/10 She's unhinged. James Shaw: 7/10 Badly let down by a narcissist who stole the headlines by being unhinged. Pay rises: 5/10 When it comes to MPs and money you can't win. Some are brilliant and some are liabi…

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Fehroz Ali: New Zealand Fashion Week Owner on the event's cancellation for 2024 2:46

3d ago2:46

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New Zealand Fashion Week's planning to come back bigger and stronger next year. It's had to cancel this year's event and shift to a two-yearly showcase due to a lack of designers. Owner Fehroz Ali said they've responded to feedback from designers who say they don't have the financial resources for it. But, he told Mike Hosking, they will give it ev…

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Full Show Podcast: 3 May 2024 1:29:14

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Friday 3rd of May we discussed the changes the Government is making to the education sector, Lifting Literacy Aotearoa’s Alice Wilson joined to discuss them. Former MP Peter Dunne dug into what we need to do to bring some decorum back to our Parliament and debates after years of issues, prompted b…

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Wrapping the Week with Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson: musicians, anniversary celebrations, and the Julie Anne Genter situation 11:20

3d ago11:20

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Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson are back once more to wrap the week with Mike Hosking. They discussed everything from musicians they enjoy to the number of contacts they have in their phones to Tim celebrating his anniversary on the wrong day. They also touched on the Julie Anne Genter situation, asking whether it's a sackable offence. LISTEN ABOVE Se…

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Alice Wilson: Lifting Literacy Aotearoa Chair on the Government dedicating $67 million to literacy and teacher training 3:38

3d ago3:38

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The stronger focus on literacy in education appears to be well-received by educators, so far. The Government's set a target of getting 80% of year eights to the expected curriculum level by 2030. It's committed $67 million in the upcoming Budget to teacher training and resources, particularly on teaching children how to read using phonics. Lifting …

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Dr Dougal Sutherland: Umbrella Wellbeing psychologist on tenfold increase in ADHD medicine prescriptions and shortage of specialists 3:14

3d ago3:14

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More adult Kiwis are receiving ADHD medicine than ever before. There's been a tenfold increase in the amount dispensed for adults between 2006 and 2022, today's Medical Journal study has revealed. 0.6% of the adult population are receiving treatment, although 2.6% of adults are estimated to have the condition. Clinical psychologist for Umbrella Wel…

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Peter Dunne: Former Cabinet Minister on the Julie Anne Genter confrontation and the wider trend in politics 4:07

3d ago4:07

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We're being told Parliament has lost its sense of decorum because MPs have lost their respect for Parliament as an institution. Green MP Julie Anne Genter is facing disciplinary action from her party after walking across the debating chamber to confront National Minister Matt Doocey, during a debate on Wednesday night. Former Cabinet Minister Peter…

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Todd McClay: Trade Minister on the trade dispute with Canada and the $120 million loss 4:23

3d ago4:23

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The Trade Minister is taking the legal fight to Canada over a trade dispute. The Government says Canada's refusing to comply with a ruling over dairy trade, where it breached CPTPP rules by blocking exporters' access to its market. A panel ruled it had until May 1st to change how it administered its tariff rate quotas and to stop prioritising domes…

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Chris Abercrombie: PPTA President on principals hiring untrained and unqualified teachers due to the shortage 2:39

4d ago2:39

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The teacher shortage has hit a new crisis point. A Post Primary Teachers Association Survey has found that 56% of principals had to employ untrained or unqualified teachers because they were unable to find qualified staff. President Chris Abercrombie told Mike Hosking that a lot of it comes down to those being hired having a limited authority to te…

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Mike's Minute: I've found some more cost savings for the Government 2:03

4d ago2:03

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Do you want some savings? I have found a couple of hundred million for you then. A report out has looked at who gets the Winter Energy Payment. It's a shedload of money that is yet again going to be doled out this month for the colder period, so oldies don’t freeze to death. It's one of the more shameful decisions of this new Government and reminde…

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Roman Jewell: Fix & Fogg CEO on the nut butter products being launched to the International Space Station 2:48

4d ago2:48

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One small step for peanut butter, one giant leap for New Zealand foods. Kiwi nut butter brand Fix & Fogg has launched 50 pouches of various products into space for astronauts aboard the International Space Station. Fix & Fogg Chief Executive Roman Jewell told Mike Hosking that it also has wider implications for New Zealand food products. He says it…

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Oliver Hartwich: NZ Initiative Director on the hidden risks in China's Belt and Road initiative 4:01

4d ago4:01

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A New Zealand Initiative report details potential hidden risks in China's Belt and Road Initiative. The pro-free-market think-tank points to potential implications for our foreign policy, independence, and development. Director Oliver Hartwich says it's not just about infrastructure investment. He told Mike Hosking that we need to be wary about Chi…

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Kate Tulp: ServiceNow Country Manager on customer service wait-times rising for a second year in a row 2:27

4d ago2:27

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Kiwis have had enough of being on hold after more than 22 million hours on the phone for customer service. ServiceNow commissioned research surveyed more than a thousand people, finding wait-times rose for the second year in a row. On average it takes businesses six days to solve a customer's issue despite more than half of Kiwis saying they won't …

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Full Show Podcast: 2 May 2024 1:29:41

4d ago1:29:41

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Thursday 2nd of May, Foreign Affairs Minister Winston Peters joined to dig into AUKUS and the likelihood of New Zealand joining. Two Green MPs were in the news last night, for very different reasons. Mike reviewed James Shaw's valedictory speech and Julie Anne Genter's moment of madness in the Hou…

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Health Franklin: Australian Comedian on his New Zealand tour and iconic character 'Chopper' 11:47

4d ago11:47

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One of New Zealand’s favourite comedians, Heath ‘Chopper’ Franklin is back from his break. The Australian comic is returning from his three year break with a bang, back in New Zealand with fifteen shows as well as his set in the International Comedy Festival. His tour kicks off today, as Chopper's 'Not Here To F*ck Spiders', the name of his tour se…

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Winston Peters: Deputy Prime Minister on Julie Anne Genter's behaviour in Parliament and AUKUS Pillar 2 6:38

4d ago6:38

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Winston Peters says Julie Anne Genter should face consequences for confronting a minister in the House. The Green MP has apologised in Parliament and could face further disciplinary action after a complaint was made of intimidatory behaviour toward Minister Matthew Doocey on Wednesday night. Genter walked across the debating chamber to Doocey, wave…

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Kendall Langston: Pivot & Pace co-founder and business advisor on the rise in unemployment and the increase in job competition 3:34

4d ago3:34

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More people are competing for work for fewer opportunities as the unemployment rate's expected to keep rising. The unemployment rate is at 4.3 % in the March quarter, the highest it's been in three years. Business advisor and Pivot & Pace co-founder Kendall Langston told Mike Hosking that the difference between recent years and now is night and day…

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Mike's Minute: Today we say goodbye to James Shaw MP 2:04

5d ago2:04

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So, bye bye James Shaw; Valedictory Day today. He is in the interesting position of having left behind something potentially quite substantive. The Net Zero laws, we will be neutral by 2050. But then that’s the problem isn't it? My bet is we wont. So, what's your legacy when the big bit you left behind turns into dust? Could be wrong of course, but…

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Steve Price: Australia Correspondent on the state meetings about violence and Kyle and Jackie O launching in Melbourne 7:32

5d ago7:32

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The Australian Prime Minister is copping some flack after speaking at a domestic violence rally on Sunday. He was caught on camera asking the organiser whether she wanted him to speak or not, saying “I am the Prime Minister” before taking the microphone. He then proceeded to tell the crowd that he’d initially been asked not to speak, which the orga…

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Mark Smith: ASB Senior Economist on the expected rise to the unemployment figure 2:16

5d ago2:16

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Unemployment is expected to be up today, and it's thought to be just the beginning. Stats NZ will release the numbers for the first three months of the year around 10:45 this morning. The rate for the final quarter of last year was 4%. ASB Senior Economist Mark Smith told Mike Hosking that the labour market tends to lag behind. He said that what we…

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Owen Vaughan: OneRoof Editor on the 46 areas in the OneRoof-Valocity House Value Index where a mortgage can be paid off in less than a decade 3:34

5d ago3:34

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New data reveals where Kiwis can pay off their mortgage the fastest. The latest OneRoof-Valocity House Value Index found 46 areas across the country where a mortgage could be paid off in less than a decade. That's assuming a buyer was intending to pay a thousand dollars a week on their mortgage, on a two-year fixed interest rate of 6.75%. OneRoof E…

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Lisa King: AF Founder on the alcohol-free brand launching in US retail stores 3:27

5d ago3:27

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Another kiwi startup has broken into the US market. Alcohol-free brand AF is launching its products in US retail stores Target and Walmart from today. Founder Lisa King told Mike Hosking that they’ve been in the US market for 12 months and have gone from being in 400 stores nationwide to over 2100 stores. She said their success comes from being alc…

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Full Show Podcast: 1 May 2024 1:29:33

5d ago1:29:33

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 1st of May the Remuneration Authority’s Geoff Summers joined, the group behind whether MPs get a pay rise and how much it should be. Should judges be getting paid by the taxpayer for limo rides, free airfares and their spouses to travel with them around the country? A barrister thinks it…

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Pollies: National's Mark Mitchel and Labour's Ginny Andersen on the MP pay rise, the Cabinet reshuffle, and James Shaw's final day 9:58

5d ago9:58

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It’s Politics Wednesday so Ginny Andersen and Mark Mitchell joined Mike Hosking to discuss this week’s biggest political stories. They discussed the recently announced pay rise MPs are receiving, the National Party reshuffle, and James Shaw’s final day in Parliament. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Peter Griffin: Tech Commentator says there's little incentive for tech companies to adhere to the Christchurch Call 4:54

5d ago4:54

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The benefits of the Christchurch Call are being debated in the wake of allegations that it's silencing member organisations. Jacinda Ardern established the global alliance in 2019 to combat online extremism in the wake of the Christchurch mosque attacks. But Newstalk ZB has revealed a member organisation of the Advisory Network has quit, claiming i…

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Graeme Edgeler: Wellington Barrister defends the work perks afforded to judges 3:27

5d ago3:27

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A barrister's defending generous work perks for judges. Those in the profession are entitled to thousands of kilometres of free air travel for them and their partners. Crown limos are available for free, alongside top-ups to phone and internet payments. Wellington barrister Graeme Edgeler told Mike Hosking that in the profession, having your spouse…

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Geoff Summers: Remuneration Authority Chair said the MP salary increase was determined by aligning with the market 4:26

5d ago4:26

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We could be seeing the end of the pay freeze for MPs. The Remuneration Authority's set to increase most MP salaries 10.5% over three years. The first rise of 2.8% will be backdated to the election. This is the first pay rise since 2017 when Labour overruled the increase due to the cost of living. Remuneration Authority Chair Geoff Summers told Mike…

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