Best Rats Of London Podcasts (2024)

1
Stories of rats, skunks and even ghosts in the pest control world with Jeff Twinn of Pest Certified 16:30

12d ago16:30

16:30

Jeff Twinn of Pest Certified is putting his career in pest control into a book. As he starts to write down some of the wildest stories he has been a part of he sat down to talk with 980 CFPL's Mike Stubbs about some of the wildest things he has seen and survived.By CFPL / Curiouscast

1
Remembering Captain Charles "Chas" McLeod who landed at Normandy on June 6, 1944 12:14

16h ago12:14

12:14

Captain Charles McLeod was a part of the D-Day invasion. His daughter Sandy Mansfield and her husband Dan Mansfield spoke with 980 CFPL's Mike Stubbs about Captain McLeod and the invasion 80 years ago.By CFPL / Curiouscast

1
Episode 422 – Baked Alaska Buddies, Goth Accountants, and Juice vs Sauce 57:08

3h ago57:08

57:08

This week, Sunta took on Harry’s Paint The Town RED, we had the return of Talkies, and Johnny’s milkshake brought all the boys to the yard. Hear Johnny on Radio X every weekday at 4pm across the UK on digital radio, 104.9 FM in London, 97.7 FM in Manchester, on your mobile or via www.radiox.co.ukBy Radio X

1
Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast 1:40:28

10h ago1:40:28

1:40:28

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday, 7 June 2024, Australia has gone back on its word and will re-start deporting Kiwi criminals who spent the majority of their lives in Australia. Doctors are warning they're seeing more cases of nitrous oxide induced health problems as people use the gas as a cheap high - available f…

1
Joseph Tully: Criminal Defence Lawyer on the real life Martha suing Netflix 2:57

11h ago2:57

2:57

The woman who claims to be the inspiration behind Netflix’s Baby Reindeer is suing them for at least NZ$274m. Scottish woman Fiona Harvey first announced she was the inspiration behind Martha, the main character’s stalker, in May. Criminal lawyer Joseph Tully told Heather du Plessis-Allan “The defence by Netflix will be that they told the truth.” T…

1
Gavin Grey: UK Correspondent on predictions for the upcoming European Parliament Election 3:40

11h ago3:40

3:40

The European Union Election runs Thursday to Sunday. They're held every five years across the 27-member bloc. This year marks the 10th parliamentary election since the first polls in 1979, and the first after Brexit. The vote takes place from 6-9 June. Initial results can only be revealed on the evening of 9 June, once polling stations have closed …

1
Peter Lewis: Asia Business Correspondent on Narendra Modi losing outright majority 6:15

11h ago6:15

6:15

Narendra Modi’s ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) won 240 seats in the 543-member lower house of parliament – not enough to form a government. National Democratic Alliance (NDA) partners won a further 53 seats to drag the coalition over the line. Modi has kept a dominant presence in Indian politics for the past decade - with outright majorities i…

1
Barry Soper: Senior Political Correspondent wraps the political week, discusses developments on Te Pāti Māori allegations 5:28

11h ago5:28

5:28

Te Pāti Māori is asking Police to lead an urgent investigation of allegations made against the Party. It denies claims Census information collected at Manurewa Marae was used in electioneering. The Electoral Commission, Stats NZ and Police are investigating - and the Privacy Commissioner is looking into the claims. Senior Political Correspondent Ba…

1
Sharon Zollner: ANZ's Chief Economist on the bank's changed outlook on the official cash rate. 3:49

11h ago3:49

3:49

The ANZ Bank has changed its official cash rate (OCR) forecast, now expecting the first cut to arrive in February, rather than May 2025. Meanwhile, The European Central Bank has cut interest rates for the first time in five years, and the Bank of Canada has become the first G7 nation to cut rates. ANZ Chief Economist Sharon Zollner told Heather du …

1
The Huddle: Newshub Sports Presenter Andrew Gourdie and Oceania Football Federation Media Manager Matt Brown discuss Super Rugby Playoffs 8:58

12h ago8:58

8:58

Tonight, on the Sports Huddle with Andrew Gourdie & Matt Brown: The future of Super Rugby Playoffs Newshub Sports Presenter Andrew Gourdie told Heather du Plessis Allan “I prefer to have a top six, give the top two a week off, three through six playoff, then semifinal.” Gourdie said “The competition bosses would like to get an extra week out of thi…

1
Dr Julia De Bres: Sociolinguist on NCEA exam which included deciphering memes 2:59

12h ago2:59

2:59

In a recent NCEA literacy exam, Year 10 students were asked to read four memes and discuss which two had the most similar underlying themes. Sociolinguist Julia de Bres told Heather du Plessis-Allan “I was extremely surprised and delighted by this development.” De Bres said “You can think of memes as ‘static images’ - ads, and cartoons have been ar…

1
Murray Olds: Australian Correspondent on NZ-born criminals being deported to NZ 5:00

12h ago5:00

5:00

Australia's Immigration Minister Andrew Giles issued ‘Direction 110’ on Friday, which means non-citizens with violent criminal records can be deported, even if they'd lived their whole lives in the country. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says "it's just not right". Australian Correspondent Murray Olds told Heather du Plessis Allan “This is Politi…

1
Barry Soper: Senior Political Correspondent on David MacLeod's undisclosed political donations 5:43

12h ago5:43

5:43

The police have been referred to an investigation into National MP for New Plymouth David MacLeod's failure to report $178,394 in donations. MacLeod - a backbench MP - unveiled this last month, and was stood down from the Environment and Finance select committees. Senior Political Correspondent Barry Soper told Heather du Plessis-Allan “There’s a l…

1
Dan Mitchinson: US Correspondent on Hunter Biden's federal gun trial 4:17

12h ago4:17

4:17

Hunter Biden’s ex-girlfriend Hallie is testifying in his federal gun trial. Hallie described to the court how she found a gun in his truck, his drug use and how he got her into drugs. Biden is charged with three felonies stemming from the purchase of a gun in 2018. US Correspondent Dan Mitchinson told Heather du Plessis-Allan “Joe Biden has release…

1
Helen Clark: Former Prime Minister and Head of UN Development Agency on Australian 501s and funding for Gaza 3:54

12h ago3:54

3:54

New Zealand will make its annual payment of $1 million to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) as scheduled - Foreign Affairs Minister Winston Peters has confirmed. "This follows careful consideration of the UN's response - including through external & internal investigations - to serious allegations against certain UNRWA staff being …

1
Jason Pine: Best Sports Presenter 2024 on Super Rugby Quarter Finals 3:28

13h ago3:28

3:28

This weekend, the Fijian Drua will play the Blues at Eden Park in their second quarterfinal in a row. Meanwhile, The Melbourne Rebels are closing up shop – bringing Super Rugby’s finals system down to a six-team playoffs next year in an 11-team competition. SportsTalk Host Jason Pine told Heather du Plessis-Allan “I don’t think the Rebels or the Dr…

1
Dr Shilpan Patel: Neurology Registrar on calls to regulate nitrous oxide following rising hospitalisations 4:56

13h ago4:56

4:56

An Auckland woman who can no longer move her legs after inhaling nitrous oxide - otherwise known as 'nangs' or 'laughing gas - is urging the government to regulate the sale of the gas. Nitrous oxide has been used as an anaesthetic for over than 150 years, but it’s also popular as a recreational drug. Auckland City Hospital Neurology Registrar, Dr S…

1
Heather du Plessis-Allan: We can't stop Australia deporting NZ-born criminals, but we can help them once they're here 2:23

13h ago2:23

2:23

The Australian change of heart on the 501s didn't last long did it, ay? They flipped their position today. They've issued a new directive. Now, what this is going to do essentially is it's going to force decision-makers when they’re considering whether to send a 501 back to New Zealand, or wherever else: they now have to put more emphasis on Austra…

1
Runaway dress, London woman hopes for wedding day miracle 8:34

20h ago8:34

8:34

A London woman's wedding dress has gone missing two days before her wedding day. Lorena Perriera says her dress got lost in transit between London and Toronto while she travelled to the airport. Now she's hoping for a miracle to save the day before she walks down the aisle in Italy.By CFPL / Curiouscast

1
The Bank of Canada prime lending rate has dropped. What could happen to real estate prices in London and St. Thomas? 11:24

23h ago11:24

11:24

Kathy Ames, the chair of the London-St. Thomas Association of Realtors speaks with 980 CFPL's Mike Stubbs about the decision by the Bank of Canada to reduce its prime lending rate by one-quarter of a point and what that could mean for real estate in the area.By CFPL / Curiouscast

1
Heather du Plessis Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 6 June 2024 1:39:37

1d ago1:39:37

1:39:37

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday 6 June 2024, Transport Minister Simeon Brown details his $4 billion spend to fix and prevent potholes on the nation's roads. With further calls for an investigation into Te Paati Māori and alleged misuse of personal information, the issue has reached a point where a broader inquir…

1
Enda Brady: UK Correspondent on Madeleine McCann case updates 7:29

1d ago7:29

7:29

New information has been revealed about Christian Brueckner, the lead suspect in the long-running Madeleine McCann case. German police have claimed Brueckner had an email account containing messages related to the killing of McCann. UK Correspondent, Enda Brady told Jack Tame “Police have discovered a Hotmail account and external hard drive, which …

1
Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on forecast for official cash rate 5:36

1d ago5:36

5:36

Infometrics predict the official cash rate (OCR) won’t move until February next year - rather than this November. Non-tradeable inflation (inflation that is domestic and not influenced by international factors) has caused issues for the Reserve Bank – say business commentators. It makes up almost 60% of the consumer price index (CPI), which the Res…

1
Jamie Mackay: The Country Host on rural male suicide rates 4:33

1d ago4:33

4:33

University of Otago research revealed last year that twice the number of under 30-year-olds living in rural areas die compared to those in cities. It’s the strongest evidence yet that the health of rural Kiwis is worse than those who live in the city. The Country Host Jamie Mckay told Jack Tame “The rural male suicide rate is 64% higher than in cit…

1
Liam Dann: NZ Business editor-at-large on dropping oil prices and its effect on NZ economy 4:31

1d ago4:31

4:31

Good news for motorists: the price of oil has gone down around 7 percent in the last week. The Brent Crude oil price dropped below US$80 a barrel at the weekend, after OPEC+ came to a deal to extend voluntary production cuts. NZ Business editor-at-large, Liam Dann told Jack Tame “That’s good news for motorists – and good news on the inflation fight…

1
Dan Huggins: BNZ Chief Executive on decision to keep branches open 5 days a week 4:06

1d ago4:06

4:06

The Bank of New Zealand is extending the opening hours of part-time branches. The bank put an emphasis on call centres and digital services after closing 38 branches during the height of the pandemic. BNZ Chief Executive Dan Huggins told Jack Tame “We’ve heard from our customers – particularly small businesses – that they want to talk to our people…

1
The Huddle: Former Jacinda Ardern staffer Mike Munro and Maxim Institute Tim Wilson on funding for doctors 8:17

1d ago8:17

8:17

On The Huddle: Health funding in this year’s budget The government will fund $22m to train 25 more doctors each year through the existing medical schools at Otago and Auckland universities. Although, Waikato University's plan for a new medical school - which had support from National - is not in the Budget. The Maxim Institute’s Tim Wilson told Jac…

1
Shane Reti: Health Minister on funding for RAT tests and radiology 4:58

1d ago4:58

4:58

The government will purchase an additional 9 million rapid antigen tests (RATs), extending freely available tests by three months. Health Minister Shane Reti announced today that nearly $200m of the funding will go towards vaccines and polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test processing. Health Minister Shane Reti told Jack Tame “I believe Kiwis want t…

1
Dr Brian Nguyen: University of Southern California Obstetrician-Gynaecologist on male birth control gel 4:35

1d ago4:35

4:35

Male birth control may be on its way – in gel form. It’s a hormonal gel that men rub on their shoulders, which has been developed at the University of Southern California (USC). USC Obstetrician-Gynaecologist, Dr Brian Nguyen told Jack Tame “It’s very similar to female contraceptive methods – we have so much experience with it.” Nguyen said “The en…

1
Jordan Williams: Taxpayers Union Executive Director on calls for Privacy Commissioner to investigate Te Pāti Māori allegations 4:57

1d ago4:57

4:57

Te Pāti Māori is facing allegations that personal information collected by a Manurewa marae during Covid immunisations was used for political campaigning. The marae was also controversially used as a polling booth in last year’s general election. Te Pāti Māori has denied the allegations. Taxpayers Union Executive Director, Jordan Williams, told Jac…

1
Simeon Brown: Transport Minister on the government's new pothole fund 3:48

1d ago3:48

3:48

The Government will spend $4 billion over the next three years fixing and preventing potholes on state highways and local roads nationwide. Auckland will get a $478 million boost in pothole funding; Waikato will get $214m and Canterbury has been allocated $187m in funding. Transport Minister Simeon Brown told Jack Tame “The real focus here is preve…

1
Barry Soper: Senior Political Correspondent on ease of access for x-rays in the regions 5:29

1d ago5:29

5:29

The Government is putting $30 million towards free and timely access to radiology services including X-rays, CT scans and ultrasounds across the country. Health Minister Shane Reti made the announcement this morning during a visit to Waikanae Health Centre. Senior Political Correspondent Barry Soper told Jack Tame “The biggest problem has been in t…

1
Murray Olds: Australia Correspondent on the Australian government's case against X (formerly Twitter) 5:38

1d ago5:38

5:38

Australia's cyber safety regulator has dropped a case against Elon Musk-owned X (formerly Twitter) over the removal of videos of the stabbing of an Assyrian church bishop in Sydney. Australia Correspondent Murray Olds told Jack Tame “It was seen as a test of Australia’s ability to enforce online safety rules against these giant companies.” Olds sai…

1
D'Arcy Waldegrave: SportsTalk host on Suaalii's red card in State of Origin 4:08

1d ago4:08

4:08

Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii has insisted his knockout tackle on Reece Walsh was an accident. Suaalii apologised to the whole of New South Wales, after being sent off at the beginning of his State of Origin debut. D'Arcy Waldegrave SportsTalk host told Jack Tame “Seven minutes into the game - the oxygen goes out of the place.” Waldegrave says “He just tur…

1
Aimee Whiley: Motor Industry Association CEO on five months of dropping sales 5:09

1d ago5:09

5:09

It’s the fifth straight month of slow new car sales, and it’s likely for more dealers to close. This comes after the Government removed the Clean Car Discount – stating the Clean Car Standard will achieve results. Motor Industry Association CEO Aimee Whiley told Jack Tame “It feels harder right now, than it did during the GFC.” Wiley said “Consumer…

1
Jack Tame: We need a broad, transparent inquiry into allegations against Te Pāti Māori 2:17

1d ago2:17

2:17

A fascinating interview on the Mike Hosking breakfast this morning, with the lawyer acting on behalf of former workers at Auckland's Manurewa marae, where it is alleged that private information was improperly accessed to help with election campaigning. Now these are really, really serious allegations and it is just so important to note that Te Pāti…

1
What we need to know about Mental Health Trackers 13:55

2d ago13:55

13:55

Western University researcher Owen Chevalier is examining the how apps and devices like smartwatches that track mental health data can impact how we feel about our own mental health. Chevalier will be sharing his complete findings at Congress 2024 in Montreal from June 12 to 21.By CFPL / Curiouscast

1
London's own Paige Martin of Oilers TV previews the Stanley Cup final between Edmonton and Florida 14:29

2d ago14:29

14:29

London's own Paige Martin has been part of a wild ride in Oil Country throughout the 2023-24 NHL season. It has taken Paige and the Edmonton Oilers to the Stanley Cup final against former London Knight Matthew Tkachuk and the Florida Panthers. Paige sits down with 980 CFPL's Mike Stubbs to set up the series and talk about what life is like right no…

1
Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on the cyber attack impacting major London hospitals 4:45

2d ago4:45

4:45

Several major hospitals in London have been impacted by a cyber attack - which led to operations being cancelled and emergency patients being diverted. The incident has had an impact on the delivery of key services, including blood transfusions and test results. UK correspondent Gavin Grey explains the widespread damage being caused by the attack. …

1
Jeremy Hutton: Milford Asset Management Equities Analyst on Tiwai Point locking in a 20-year deal 3:21

2d ago3:21

3:21

A 20-year deal with Southland's Tiwai Aluminium Smelter could be good news for everyday New Zealanders. The agreement signed by Meridian, Mercury, Contact Energy and New Zealand Aluminium Smelters will guarantee supply until 2044. Milford Asset Management's Jeremy Hutton says this is positive news for the electricity sector. LISTEN ABOVE See omnyst…

1
Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the Government's tax take surpassing expectations 3:09

2d ago3:09

3:09

The Government's tax take has surpassed Treasury’s expectations for the first time in a while. This positive result was found to have come from efforts to minimise the amount of tax trustees pay. NZ Herald Wellington business editor Jenee Tibshraeny says this shows how hard companies worked to flush out their retained earnings. LISTEN ABOVE See omn…

1
Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on Kiwirail building parts for mega ferries before contract was cancelled 5:46

2d ago5:46

5:46

Parts of the new Cook Strait mega ferries had already been built and tested, before the contract for the ships was canned. The Government announced last year that it would not give Kiwirail more money for the new ferries, but a written question to Paul Goldsmith revealed some engine parts had been built. ZB senior political correspondent Barry Sope…

1
Dan Mitchinson: US correspondent on the start of Hunter Biden's federal gun trial 4:28

2d ago4:28

4:28

Another historic criminal prosecution in the US begins as Hunter Biden faces federal gun charges. The jury's been sworn in for the trial of Joe Biden's 54-year-old son. He's accused of lying about illegal drug use when buying a Colt Cobra revolver in 2018, and illegally possessing it for 11 days. US correspondent Dan Mitchinson says Hunter Biden co…

1
D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on former Phoenix goalkeeper Alex Paulsen signing on to Bournemouth 4:03

2d ago4:03

4:03

Former Phoenix goalkeeper Alex Paulsen is set to move to English Premier League side Bournemouth. The 21-year-old has been offloaded from the Wellington Phoenix in the biggest transfer in the club's history, estimated at $4 million. Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave explains this update further. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy …

1
Full Show Podcast: 5 June 2024 1:40:28

2d ago1:40:28

1:40:28

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday, 5 June 2024, political commentator Bryce Edwards is calling for a coordinated investigation after allegations the Maori Party misused private information for election campaigning. How much time are people willing to give the Government to fix crime issues in our central cities? …

1
The Huddle: How can the Government fix inner-city crime? 9:55

2d ago9:55

9:55

Tonight on The Huddle, Jack Tame from ZB's Saturday Mornings and Q&A and Infrastructure NZ CEO Nick Leggett joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! Police Minister Mark Mitchell held a public meeting to attempt to address the crime in Auckland's CBD currently impacting residents and businesses. Can the Government…

1
Scott Pritchard: Precinct Properties chief executive confirms move into residential property through proposed Auckland CBD project 3:40

2d ago3:40

3:40

Precinct Properties plans to funnel over $300 million into housing in Auckland CBD. The company has announced it'll build student accommodation of 500 units on Queen Street, to boost housing in the city centre. CEO Scott Pritchard says moving toward residential property is a natural next step. "For a long time now, we've been developing commercial …

1
Brooke van Velden: Workplace Relations and Safety Minister on the Government's plan to change the Holidays Act 5:25

2d ago5:25

5:25

The Government's drafting legislation to change the Holidays Act 2003, and will put it out for consultation in September. It'll include proposals to pro-rata sick leave and move annual leave from an entitlement system, to one using accrual. Workplace Relations and Safety Minister Brooke van Velden says she aims to simplify the Act so businesses can…

1
Bryce Edwards: Political Commentator on the approach to the investigation into the Te Pāti Māori allegations 3:46

2d ago3:46

3:46

There’s a view the investigation of allegations against Te Pāti Māori should be more co-ordinated. It's been alleged that information collected at Manurewa Marae was used to help the party's election campaign, which it denies. Stats NZ has appointed an investigator, a complaint's been laid with Police, and the Privacy Commissioner says he's talking…

1
Ian Wright: Queens Arcade property manager responds to Mark Mitchell's meeting to address Auckland CBD crime 3:39

2d ago3:39

3:39

A business owner in Auckland's CBD says locals need to back the police. Police Minister Mark Mitchell led a public meeting to address increased crime rates last night, which grew strained at points. Queens Arcade property manager Ian Wright says crime has been on the rise across the nation - but he's confident things are headed in the right directi…

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Rats Of London Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Quick Reference Guide