Best Dylan Russell Podcasts (2024)

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Carolyn Young: Retail NZ chief executive says it's not the intent that PayWave fees passed to consumers aren't always as accurately reflected 3:18

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The head of Retail NZ has stopped short of saying consumers are being ripped off by fees for PayWave and online card payments. The Commerce Commission's consulting on fee capping regulation that could save Kiwis $250 million a year. Retail NZ Chief Executive Carolyn Young told Ryan Bridge fees passed to consumers are not always as accurately reflec…

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Karl Tauri: Abuse in care survivor says it's important the final report acknowledges crimes were committed 2:57

26m ago2:57

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The final report into the inquiry in abuse in care and faith-based institutions will be tabled in Parliament later today. A Royal Commission of Inquiry has been conducting hearings for almost six years - about people's experiences in the system from 1950 to 1999. The Prime Minister is due to make a formal public apology in November. Abuse in care s…

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Wiz Walks from Google Deal 7/23/24 5:28

12m ago5:28

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The cloud security startup Wiz is now walking away from a monster $23B deal to be bought by Google, telling employees it'll opt instead to pursue an IPO. Anti-trust and investor concerns also reportedly played a factor, which could signal a win for Jonathan Kanter, Lina Khan and even JD Vance.By CNBC

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Henry Olsen: Election Analyst says Kamala Harris is set to secure the Democrats' nomination 4:17

3m ago4:17

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An election analyst says Kamala Harris' nomination is probably a done deal. The process will be formally open for challengers, and none of the delegates at the Democratic National Convention are required to vote for her. Election analyst Henry Olsen told Ryan Bridge it's likely any possible contenders would be feeling it's not worth taking on Kamal…

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Carl Findlay: Maritime Union NZ National Secretary on the Interislander ferries being deemed safe to run 3:36

8m ago3:36

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Maritime experts are still cautious after a report into KiwiRail. Interislander ferries have been deemed safe and well maintained, and will stick around for years to come. Aratere ran aground last month when the autopilot was mistakenly turned on according to a leaked document. Maritime Union of New Zealand National Secretary Carl Findlay says work…

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Deborah Powell: Resident Doctors' Association National Security on Health NZ's overspending 4:22

18m ago4:22

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Some health workers say they want the priority to be the workforce rather than the budget. The Health New Zealand board has been sacked and replaced with a commissioner - Lester Levy. Health Minister Dr Shane Reti says the agency is overspending by $130 million a month. Resident Doctors' Association National Secretary Deborah Powell told Ryan Bridg…

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Ryan Bridge: The row over road cones is getting piping hot 1:44

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In the Herald this morning, the boss of traffic management firm Traffix laid into the Transport Minister, saying he and Wayne Brown don't understand how the industry works. He says they don't charge per road cone for work, but rather per worker and truck. He says the public's abusing his staff on site because of misinformation being spread. The pro…

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Full Show Podcast: 23 July 2024 34:28

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 23rd of July, Joe Biden is no longer seeking re-election and has endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for the top job. U.S. election analyst Henry Olsen joins Ryan from the States to provide his thoughts. Health NZ's board has been scrapped by the Government, replaced by a commiss…

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Full Show Podcast: 22 July 2024 34:03

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Monday the 22nd of July, the fallout continues from the global CrowdStrike IT outage. Ryan speaks to a tech expert on the continued fallout. Tauranga has elected it's first council after four years of commissioners. The local Business Chamber talks to Ryan about what they want to see. Andr…

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Danu Abeysuirya: IT expert says CrowdStrike could face a flurry of lawsuits after global outage 3:24

12m ago3:24

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An IT expert believes there'll be a flurry of lawsuits on the back of Friday's global IT outage. Microsoft estimated 8.5 million computers were disabled with a blue screen of death, and experts predict it'll be weeks before all systems fully recover. It is believed the outage was triggered by an update from global cybersecurity company CrowdStrike.…

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Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on German police reportedly foiling planned terror attack hours before UEFA Euro 2024 final 3:04

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German police have reportedly foiled a planned terror attack just hours before last week's UEFA Euro 2024 final in Berlin. Three suspects were reportedly detained during a series of raids of addresses in nearby Potsdam, after they were taking pictures of a fanzone and a church. UK correspondent Gavin Grey says the suspects were known ISIS supporter…

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Andrew Alderson: Newstalk ZB sports reader on Oscar Piastri's maiden Formula 1 victory 3:35

23m ago3:35

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Oscar Piastri has become the fifth Australian to win a Formula 1 race, after his victory in the Hungarian Grand Prix. But the triumph didn't come without controversy, with McLaren teammate Lando Norris forced to give the victory to his teammate. Newstalk ZB sports reader Andrew Alderson joined Ryan Bridge to discuss further. LISTEN ABOVE See omnyst…

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Ryan Bridge: Our biggest ever athletics team heading to Paris - and it's quite exciting 2:20

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Hamish Kerr - you might recall the name. He's a high jumper, winning gold at the Commonwealth Games, but so far no Olympic medal. He's apparently looking very good for Paris - the opening ceremony kicks off this Saturday morning. I'm getting quite excited about it. So Kerr is peaking at just the right time - he's just taken out the men’s high jump …

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Matt Cowley: Tauranga Business Chamber chief executive says voting process is still struggling to engage people amid low turnout 3:58

4m ago3:58

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Concern in Tauranga about the city election's low voter turnout. Olympic rower Mahe Drysdale has an almost 6000 vote lead in the mayoral race, with just the specials left to count. Voter turnout's shaping up to be one of the city's lowest in a decade, with around 30 percent of residents casting their vote. Tauranga Business Chamber chief executive …

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AI’s trillion dollar time bomb 7/19/24 9:51

10m ago9:51

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There’s a time bomb ticking in the AI space: spending is too high, and returns are too low. Megacaps like Meta, Google and Amazon have seen capex spending surge as they throw cash at building out the infrastructure to stay ahead of the AI game. Microsoft in particular has spent billions at a premium valuation, and shelled out $13 billion investing …

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Vincent McAviney: UK correspondent on EU leaders' meeting with new Prime Minister 2:00

18m ago2:00

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European leaders met in Britain for the 4th meeting of the European political community. The meeting hopes to unite Europe in the wake of the Russia-Ukraine war, beyond just the nations in the EU and NATO. UK correspondent Vincent McAviney told Ryan Bridge that newly elected UK Prime Minister, Sir Keir Starmer, used this is as a chance to reset the…

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Craig Rennie: Council of Trade Unions Economist on the record number of beneficiaries 3:47

2m ago3:47

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The number of people on a benefit has reached a new record and could keep rising, despite an uptick in sanctions. June quarter data shows 11.9% of working-age people are receiving a benefit - the highest since December 2020. It's an annual increase of 8.3%. Council of Trade Unions economist Craig Rennie told Ryan Bridge the number of people on Jobs…

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Matt Terrill: Former Chief of Staff for Marco Rubio ahead of the final day of the Republican National Convention 3:51

16m ago3:51

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Joe Biden's under increasing pressure to stand aside as the Democratic presidential candidate as Donald Trump prepares to formally accept the Republican nomination. Sources have told the Associated Press that both Barack Obama and Nancy Pelosi have privately called for Biden to step aside. It comes as the US President continues to isolate with Covi…

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Sam Altman’s $27M “lemon” 7/18/24 5:34

14m ago5:34

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Something that AI apparently can't do yet: inspect your home. OpenAI founder and CEO Sam Altman might've found that out the hard way, now suing the developer of a mansion that he paid $27 million for claiming shoddy workmanship, mold, raw sewage on the property and more.By CNBC

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Chris Bullen: Health Coalition Aotearoa Spokesperson on the excise tax for heated tobacco products being cut 3:40

11m ago3:40

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There are concerns tax cuts on heated tobacco will make the product much easier for young people to access. Customs quietly cut 50% from the excise tax at the start of the month. Customs Minister Casey Costello says it's a trial, aiming to give smokers a cheaper alternative. Health Coalition Aotearoa spokesperson Chris Bullen told Ryan Bridge it co…

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Full Show Podcast: 19 July 2024 34:23

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Friday 19th of July, it's the last day of the Republican National Convention - we cross live to the US and speak to Marco Rubio's former Chief of Staff. The Government has quietly cut the excise tax on heated tobacco products by 50%, Ryan gets the thoughts of Health Coalition Aotearoa’s Ch…

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Mark Smith: ASB Senior Economist on the drop in inflation and potential interest rate cuts 4:23

25m ago4:23

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Rate cuts could arrive early as next month, banks are predicting. Inflation fell to a 3-year low yesterday, reaching 3.3% in the June Quarter. Although that falls outside of the Reserve Bank’s target band of 1-3%, banks have reacted positively to the move. ANZ have cut their three year home loans rates to 6.35% and the two year rates to 6.49%. ASB …

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Cath O'Brien: Board of Airline Representatives Executive Director on Auckland Airport targeting excess profits 3:30

7m ago3:30

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Auckland Airport is being urged to be responsible with its charging of airlines. A Commerce Commission draft investigation has found the airport's planned expansion is justified, and some price increases are necessary to fund the investment. However, it found the organisation's targeted returns from airlines is around $200 million over what's reaso…

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Mitch McCann: US Correspondent on the impact of the attempted assassination on voting intention, JD Vance's first speech 2:23

14m ago2:23

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A US poll finds the attempted assassination of Donald Trump has had little impact on voting intention. A Reuters poll by Ipsos shows of around 1200 voters, 43% are in favour of the Republicans and 41% intend to support the Democrats. Of all voters, 80% agreed the country was spiralling out of control. US correspondent Mitch McCann told Ryan Bridge …

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John Carnegie: Energy Resources Aotearoa CEO on Tiwai Point scaling back its electricity usage to meet demands 4:37

4m ago4:37

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The confirmation Tiwai Point is going to reduce its electricity usage next month isn't proving to be great news for everyone. The aluminium smelter's usage agreements means Meridian Energy can request it scale back production to meet electricity demands. But Energy Resources Aotearoa Chief Executive John Carnegie told Ryan Bridge production shouldn…

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Ryan Bridge: There should be minimum standards for Secret Service agents 2:18

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Have you seen the story floating around about the U.S. Secret Service? After the assassination attempt on Trump, the internet's been going nuts. Not just because, how did this happen? What a monumental cock-up. Who's responsible? But also because a number of the agents trying to protect the president were women. According to Time magazine, based on…

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Full Show Podcast: 18 July 2024 34:16

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Thursday 18th of July, inflation data is out, and it's much better than expected - banks are now predicting rates cuts as early as August. Ryan speaks to ASB Senior Economist Mark Smith. Tiwai aluminium smelter has been asked to reduce their electricity output to help with hydro levels - d…

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Influential VCs Turn to Trump 7/17/24 6:54

26m ago6:54

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The latest in Silicon Valley to come out for former President Trump are Marc Andreessen and Ben Horowitz, two of the most influential names in the startup ecosystem. They point to overregulation of tech and take issue with Biden’s proposal on taxing unrealized capital gains, and say they believe that a Trump administration would help innovation flo…

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Gavin Grey: Europe Correspondent on the Indian farmer freed from "slave-like" conditions in Northern Italy 3:18

10m ago3:18

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Dozens of Indian farmers have been freed from “slave-like” working conditions in Northern Italy. The 33 workers were lured to the country with the promise of jobs and a better future. Allegedly, they were forced to work more than ten hours a day, seven days a week, their tiny wage used to pay off debts to the alleged gangmasters. Europe Corresponde…

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Henry Russell: ANZ Chief Economist on today's predicted inflation rate 3:19

11m ago3:19

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Latest data due out this morning is expected to show inflation is slowing down faster than expected but will it be enough to bring down interest rates? ANZ's Henry Russell and Infometrics' Brad Olsen expect a headline rate of 3.3%, but driven by offshore factors. Russell says a lot of the decline in inflation is being driven by things like food pri…

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Malcolm Mulholland: Patient Voice Aotearoa Chair on the new expectations for Pharmac 2:24

29m ago2:24

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There’s confidence Māori health outcomes won't be impacted by Pharmac focussing on health determinants rather than ethnicity. In a letter of expectations to Pharmac Board Chair Paula Bennett, David Seymour says he doesn't think its commitment to embedding the Treaty of Waitangi is appropriate, and it’s no longer expected. Seymour says the drug-buyi…

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Dylan Thomsen: AA Road Safety Spokesperson on the rolling out of more speed camera signs 3:34

6m ago3:34

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The rolling out of more speed camera signs has support from the AA. Transport Minister Simeon Brown has announced more than 100 signs will go up across the country, giving people the opportunity to check their speed and avoid tragic consequences. AA Road Safety Spokesperson Dylan Thomsen told Ryan Bridge it's a positive move. He says they expect to…

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Full Show Podcast: 17 July 2024 34:19

2h ago34:19

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 17th of July, the Consumer Price Index is out - most banks are predicting a drop, but what does it mean for you? Ryan finds out. New expectations for our drug buying agency Pharmac, what do patient advocates think of David Seymour's letter? Speed camera warning signs are being pu…

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Ryan Bridge: Former PMs need to stay away from current political debate 2:42

17m ago2:42

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I'm not a huge fan of former PMs sticking their oar into the water of current political debates. Not only are their thoughts rooted in briefings given by officials long ago, but when attacking a sitting Prime Minister, they tend to sound a bit whingy and out-of-touch. This is the case of Helen Clark and Don Brash, who've issued a statement condemni…

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JD Vance’s Silicon Valley Ties 7/16/24 8:16

15m ago8:16

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Former President Trump’s newly announced running mate has longtime ties to Silicon Valley as a former venture capitalist -- but any optimism that another Trump administration would be friendlier to big tech deserves another look. His past statements show him aligning more with what insiders are increasingly calling “little tech.”…

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Donna Demaio: Australia Correspondent on the growing support for Peter Dutton and the coalition 2:37

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Australia’s Opposition leader is edging ahead in the polls amid growing economic concerns. A national Resolve poll saw Peter Dutton eclipse Anthony Albanese as preferred Prime Minister for the first time, backed by 36% of voters compared to Albanese’s 35%. Australia Correspondent Donna Demaio told Ryan Bridge support for the Coalition lifted from 3…

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Max Whitehead: Employment Relations Expert on the new phone case management service for those on the Jobseeker benefit 2:17

12m ago2:17

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There's a belief the Government's new service for young job seekers is a nudge in the right direction. Social Development Minister Louise Upston's announced a new phone case management service for people on the Jobseeker Benefit, due to expand to 4000 people. 18-24-year-olds will receive monthly calls, with benefit sanctions if the person misses th…

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Ira Spitzer: FSN Correspondent ahead of the selection of Donald Trump's running mate 4:53

18m ago4:53

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The Republican National Convention is beginning in the United States after the attempted assassination of presidential candidate Donald Trump. Trump's expected to pick his running mate today. Meanwhile, a Florida judge has dismissed the criminal case accusing the former president of illegally keeping classified documents after leaving office. FSN c…

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Mark Mitchell: Police Minister on the outcome of the police pay increase negotiations 5:17

3m ago5:17

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The Police Minister is defending the Government's pay increase for police, despite concerns of a mass exodus. An independent arbitrator has ruled in favour of the Government's offer which includes a $1500 lump payment, an at least $5000 backdated wage increase, and increased overtime pay from July next year. However, many cops are unhappy. Mark Mit…

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Full Show Podcast: 16 July 2024 34:07

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 16th of July, Donald Trump has had his classified documents case dismissed by a judge, we cross live to the US. The Government wins the long running Police pay dispute - Ryan asks Police Minister Mark Mitchell if he's expecting more police to move to Australia as a result. Young pe…

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Ryan Bridge: Our new hope, wait, and see approach to policing in NZ 2:09

11m ago2:09

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We've just adopted a hope, wait, and see approach to policing in this country. This at a time when crime is out of control, people don't feel safe in their own homes and on city streets. 150-thousand retail crimes were reported last year. Despite their best efforts, our cops are struggling to keep up and they've just been delivered a slap in the fa…

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MISSING MONDAYS: Bianca Carrasco [Exclusive Interview] 52:16

4h ago52:16

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In this Missing Mondays episode I speak to Jovanna Burney, the sister of Bianca Carrasco, a San Antonio woman who went missing in 2016 after telling her husband she wanted a divorce. If you or anyone you know has information please contact the San Antonio Police Department at: 210-207-7662 July 20th, 2024 Birthday Outreach Event: Held at Friesenhah…

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Full Show Podcast: 15 July 2024 34:02

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Monday the 15th of July, Donald Trump is shot in an assassination attempt - Ryan speaks with a presidential historian. An increase in Kainga Ora evictions, but is community-run housing the way forward? The All Blacks narrowly won against England over the weekend. We cross to Auckland where…

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Ryan Bridge: Is there a lesson in Trump's shooting for NZ's political leaders? 2:56

25m ago2:56

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Barring any other major, ugly affronts to democracy this U.S. election season, the image of a bloodied former president surrounded by Secret Service agents gripping his fist and pumping it into the air after narrowly avoiding an assassination attempt will be one of the most enduring and iconic. He's reported to be saying fight, fight. fight, with a…

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Allan Lichtman: Presidential historian on the alleged assassination attempt on Donald Trump 5:17

8m ago5:17

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There's growing debate about what the alleged assassination attempt on Donald Trump will do to a politically turbulent America. Trump was hit in the ear by a bullet after a shooter opened fire at a Republican rally in Pennsylvania. Presidential historian Allan Lichtman says the political violence may well have a silver lining, as it did after the s…

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Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on the new Government's plan to unveil over 35 new bills in upcoming King's speech 2:29

11m ago2:29

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The newly-established UK Government is set to unveil at least 35 new bills as part of the first King's speech of its tenure. The raft of bills will likely include promises impacting housing, transport, jobs and clean energy - in line with Keir Starmer's mission for Britain. UK correspondent Gavin Grey says it's likely more will be revealed during W…

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Andrew Alderson: ZB sports reporter on Beauden Barrett's 'game-changing performance over the weekend against England 2:39

10m ago2:39

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The All Blacks managed to hold on to their record at Eden Park, largely thanks to Beauden Barrett's performance. The veteran fullback's 125th test match offered a game-changing 29 minutes of tactical kicking as well as setting up the go-ahead try by Mark Tele'a - leading to a 24-17 win over England. ZB sports reporter Andrew Alderson explains furth…

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Paul Gilberd: Community Housing Aotearoa chief executive on the Government's plan to tighten standards for unruly tenants 4:18

24m ago4:18

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The Government's stronger approach towards unruly Kainga Ora tenants has resulted in more being evicted. Housing Minister Chris Bishop ordered the public housing agency to end the Sustaining Tenancies Framework in March this year, and strengthen management of disruptive tenants. Since then, 14 tenancies have been terminated, compared to only 8 last…

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055 Dylan A. Young, Longlegs, Maxxxine 1:19:09

8h ago1:19:09

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Mic and Brigitte return to interview Kentucky based indie filmmaker Dylan A. Young (Sorry For The Mess). They also discuss recent watches including Longlegs, Maxxxine, In A Violent Nature, The Exorcism, and Dust Up.

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Exclusive with SailGP CEO Russell Coutts 7/12/24 9:00

20h ago9:00

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A new, high-stakes sport is gaining traction here in the U.S. SailGP, co-founded by Oracle’s Larry Ellison, is the Formula 1 of sailing, featuring ten teams from around the world racing on the most iconic waterfronts in the world. Avenue Capital’s Marc Lasry also has taken an interest, leading the investing group that acquired the U.S. team for mor…

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