Best Unreasonable Media Podcasts (2024)

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Chris Cahill: Police Association President on the ruling around seizing gang assets 2:57

16m ago2:57

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There’s pressure from the Police union to speed up the process to seize gang assets. In a major win for authorities, the High Court released a decision yesterday ruling the Head Hunters must forfeit $15 million in assets, including its Mount Wellington gang pad. It follows a decade of investigation and court processes. Police Association President …

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Ryan Bridge: Filming seems to be the new word of mouth 2:21

1h ago2:21

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Awful for the family to see – this is the people who were filming that tragic fatal accident on the southern motorway. The news media will cover it, they will film it go out to a story. They will film if the bodies in the accident, they will film the accident aftermath, but they would not show it to the audience. Here we have social media, everyone…

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Full Show Podcast: 28 August 2024 34:21

2h ago34:21

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 28th of August, a win for police in the gang crackdown. A court has ruled they can take assets and property from the Head Hunters worth almost $15 million. Police Association President Chris Cahill speaks to Ryan about what the decision means. Could solid biofuels be an alternati…

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CeeDee Signs and Power Poll with Patrick Claybon and Cynthia Frelund 54:19

13h ago54:19

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Gregg Rosenthal is joined by Patrick Claybon and Cynthia Frelund to debut NFL Daily's 2024 Power Poll. Before the poll, the group gets caught up on the new news including CeeDee Lamb getting a new contract with the Cowboys (2:42). The Power Poll starts with the teams at the bottom of the power struggle (21:27), followed by those stuck in the void (…

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Lesley Yeomans: Australian Correspondent on workers now having the right to refuse unreasonable contact outside of work hours 3:08

35m ago3:08

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Workers in Australia can now legally refuse unreasonable contact from their employers outside of work hours. A legislated right to disconnect has come into effect and is expected to majorly reduce the number of unpaid work hours. The law change offers some flexibility around the employee's role and responsibilities, the nature of the contact, and h…

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John Carnegie: Energy Resources Aotearoa CEO on the need for bipartisan support for oil and gas reforms 5:40

8m ago5:40

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The energy sector is questioning how long new reform will really last. Cabinet has agreed to cut regulation stopping New Zealand bringing in foreign Liquefied Natural Gas in efforts to boost energy supply and ease power bills. Energy Resources Aotearoa is urging Labour to support the changes. Chief Executive John Carnegie told Ryan Bridge the chang…

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Ralph Sims: Massey University Professor of Sustainable Energy on the need for oil and gas exploration in New Zealand 4:19

3m ago4:19

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An energy expert is confident New Zealand can do without oil and gas exploration. Cabinet has agreed to cut regulation stopping New Zealand bringing in foreign Liquefied Natural Gas in efforts to boost energy supply and ease power bills. Labour Leader Chris Hipkins is refusing to support the move, despite urges from the Prime Minister. Massey Unive…

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Alastair Espie: Employment Lawyer on the ruling around Uber drivers 2:54

8m ago2:54

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A ruling against Uber is likely to benefit all drivers. The Court of Appeal has ruled that four Uber workers were employees not contractors. It means they will have access to certain entitlements like minimum wage and sick days. Uber's appealing the decision, claiming it will create greater confusion for those on contract work. Employment lawyer Al…

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Ryan Bridge: Energy Crisis - Where are Labour in all of this? 2:51

19m ago2:51

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Hundreds of decent hard working Kiwi provincial Union jobs are hanging in the balance today. Electricity spot prices peaking at $1000 per megawatt hour in the last couple of weeks. Power companies, they are basically cancelling deals for Kiwis to heat their homes this winter, and businesses are literally shuttering operations, rationing power, prod…

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Full Show Podcast: 27 August 2024 34:09

2h ago34:09

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Tuesday the 27th of August, big changes for our energy sector - a new LNG terminal will be built for importing gas and extended resource consent periods will be introduced for renewable electricity. Ryan speaks to Massey University professor Ralph Sims and John Carnegie from Energy Resourc…

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Post Preseason Takeaways from All 32 Teams 1:09:41

1d ago1:09:41

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Gregg Rosenthal is joined by Nick Shook to help put a bow on the preseason. The guys run through all 32 teams and give you their takeaways for each team as we shift our focus toward the new season. We start with the AFC East (1:08) and a discussion about Drake Maye's play, followed by the AFC North (13:10), AFC South (20:36), and AFC West (27:50). …

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Ryan Bridge: Fast Track Approvals Bill: this is not fast food anymore people, it's like a long lunch for infrastructure construction 1:35

1 minute ago1:35

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The fast track approvals bill, it's been in the news in the last couple of days. Fast track - I was thinking fast food, like drive through, how quickly we can get infrastructure done in this country. Something we haven't been able to do very well for a very long time. Like you would drive into the McDonald's or whatever it is to get your speedy inf…

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Josie Vidal: On the mining industry wanting the latest changes made to the Fast Track Bill to be its last 4:28

11m ago4:28

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The mining industry wants the latest changes made to the Fast Track Bill, to be its last. Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop yesterday announced Cabinet will recommend changes to the proposed law, to the Environment Select Committee. It includes changing who has the final say - from ministers to an independent panel. Minerals industry association…

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Leon Goldsmith: On Israel and Hezbollah signalling an escalation in hostilities 4:22

21m ago4:22

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Israel and Hezbollah have exchanged fire - signalling an escalation in hostilities. Israel says it pre-emptively destroyed thousands of rocket launchers across Southern Lebanon. Meanwhile, Hezbollah says it fired 320 rockets and drones at Israel - in the first phase of a retaliatory attack for the killing of its leaders. Otago University Middle Eas…

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Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast: 26 August 2024 33:57

1h ago33:57

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Monday the 26th of August. Changes have been made to the fast track approvals bill - what does it mean for our mining sector. Straterra's Josie Vidal speaks to Ryan. Israel and Hezbollah have traded strikes in the Middle East. Otago University Expert Dr Leon Goldsmith joins the show. Team …

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AFC South Rising, Dotson Traded and Nick Wesseling 1:06:44

5d ago1:06:44

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The AFC South is suddenly one of the most fascinating divisions in football, so Gregg Rosenthal talks with two experts about the Texans and Jaguars. Before the deep dive, Nick Wesseling joins the show to help break down the two Thursday night preseason games starting with the Colts at the Bengals (0:40) and followed by the Bears at the Chiefs (12:3…

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Gali Arnon: The Future of Work is Fractional, Fiverr CBO 46:59

4m ago46:59

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00:00 Introduction and Gali Arnon's Background 11:16 The Attraction to Fiverr and Changing Perceptions 18:09 Supporting Freelancers and Building Community 21:46 Fiverr's Role in Helping Freelancers Manage Business 25:08 Embracing AI as a Tool in the Creative Space 27:11 Addressing Job Loss Concerns 30:09 Mastering AI Capabilities 34:36 Ensuring Wom…

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Tony Johnson: Rugby Commentator on the departure of Leon MacDonald from the All Blacks coaching staff 4:37

18m ago4:37

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The rugby world is reeling from Leon MacDonald’s abrupt departure from his role as assistant coach of the All Blacks. NZ Rugby announced the news yesterday, Scott Robertson telling the media that their coaching techniques didn’t quite click. Rugby Commentator Tony Johnson told Ryan Bridge that there’s a couple of schools of thought surrounding the …

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Mark Hooper: Federated Farmers resource management spokesperson on the newly announced reforms to the Resource Management Act 3:38

9m ago3:38

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There’s relief over imminent changes to resource management rules on private farmland. The Government has announced a second amendment to the Resource Management Act, which will set new national directions for areas such as infrastructure, energy, and farming. Federated Farmers resource management spokesperson Mark Hooper told Ryan Bridge this chan…

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Vincent McAviney: Europe Correspondent on Andrew Tate's further house arrest following new allegations 2:30

21m ago2:30

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Controversial influencer Andrew Tate's under house arrest following damming new allegations. Tate and his brother are being investigated by Romanian authorities for allegations including sex with a minor and trafficking underage persons. One of the 35 alleged victims is as young as 15 years old. UK Correspondent Vincent McAviney told Ryan Bridge th…

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Simon Marks: FSN Correspondent on the report that Former Democrat Robert F Kennedy Jr. will endorse Donald Trump 3:57

5d ago3:57

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A curve ball has been thrown for Kamala Harris as she's about to accept her presidential nomination. US media is reporting the independent, and former Democrat, Robert F Kennedy Junior is planning to pull out of the race and endorse Republication nominee Donald Trump. It coincides with the final day of the Democratic National Convention, where Harr…

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Ryan Bridge: On New Zealand's energy crisis 2:44

5m ago2:44

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Resource and Associate Energy Minister Shane Jones has given quite a fiery speech in the House taking aim at the Greens over Labour's oil and gas ban, calling out their opposition to using Kiwi coal. "We can power up New Zealand by using our domestic coal resources. But that party would rather see New Zealanders thrown on the unemployment scrap hea…

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Full Show Podcast: 23 August 2024 34:31

1h ago34:31

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Friday the 23rd of August, All Blacks assistant coach Leon MacDonald has left the team a week before they head to South Africa - what does it mean for the team? Ruby commentator Tony Johnson talks to Ryan. It's the final day of the Democratic National Convention where Kamala Harris will fo…

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"What's Wrong With Me?" Understanding Emotional Brokenness And Its Impact On Your Life 41:30

6h ago41:30

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Do you feel broken - emotionally? Do you overreact in certain situations and you just don't know why? Have you tried every form of therapy and medication and nothing seems to fully fix you? Or maybe it's a friend, family member or co-worker you know and you want to be able to help them. What is emotional brokenness? How does it impact your life? Ho…

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Over/Unders with Mina Kimes and Kevin Clark 1:01:22

6d ago1:01:22

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Gregg Rosenthal is joined by ESPN's Mina Kimes and Kevin Clark to take a look at this year's NFL win totals and each pick their favorite four for the 2024 season. Before the over/unders, Gregg, Mina, and Kevin react to Bo Nix being names the starting quarterback for the Broncos (2:31). The rest of the show is dedicated to wins, telling you which te…

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Matt Cowley: Local Government Business Forum Chair ahead of the second day of the Local Government New Zealand conference 3:51

34m ago3:51

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Anticipation is building over Government announcements at the second day of the Local Government New Zealand conference in Wellington today. It comes after Prime Minister Christopher Luxon ruffled feathers yesterday with an address telling councils to cut back on wasteful spending. Local Government Minister Simeon Brown is expected to speak to the …

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John Harbord: Major Electricity Users' Group Chair on the possibility of using more water from hydro lakes to generate power 3:51

41m ago3:51

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Transpower will today decide whether it'll take the next big step in combatting the current power shortage. Spiking electricity prices have forced Winstone's central North Island pulp and sawmills to propose closing, with more than 200 jobs on the line. Transpower will make a decision on if generators can take more water from the hydro lakes - crea…

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Kelly Seaburg: New Shoots Children's Centre director on the concerns over pre-school children's literacy skills 5:04

27m ago5:04

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There are concerns over the impact of Covid-19 on children's spoken language skills. The Education Review Office research shows more than two-thirds of parents report their child had language difficulties before they started school last year. It found a similar number of teachers blame the lockdown period for its impact. New Shoots Children's Centr…

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Ryan Bridge: Luxon's broadside to local governments should be telling him that he's on the right track 2:01

15m ago2:01

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The reactions overnight to Luxon's broadside to the mayors and the local councils in Wellington yesterday should be telling him that he's pretty much on the right track. He got stuck in overspending on dumb stuff, his words, like convention centres, at the expense of basic stuff like leaky pipes. "I think the building that we're in today is a class…

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Full Show Podcast: 22 August 2024 34:33

2h ago34:33

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Thursday 22nd August 2024, Local Council leaders have been told by the Prime Minister to reign in their own spending before asking central government for more money. Local Business Forum Chair Matt Cowley speaks to Ryan about what local economies need. The Education Review Office has found…

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What We’re Unreasonably High On with Colleen Wolfe and Patrick Claybon 47:19

7d ago47:19

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Gregg Rosenthal is joined by Patrick Claybon and Colleen Wolfe as they get you caught up on news from around the NFL including the ongoing starting quarterback situation in New England (7:40) and the possibility of NFL players participating in olympic flag football in 2028 (13:40) . Plus, the group gets groovy sharing with you the things they're un…

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Gavin Grey: UK Correspondent on the continuing rescue efforts for the sunken superyacht near Sicily 3:11

4m ago3:11

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Rescuers are still racing to find survivors from the sunken superyacht near Sicily. The yacht's Kiwi captain James Catfield has survived, along with Christchurch lawyer Ayla Ronald and her partner. But correspondent Gavin Grey told Ryan Bridge others are still believed to be trapped in the boat's hull. Among them are Ronald's colleague Christopher …

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Brigitte Morten: Political Commentator on Darleen Tana refusing to resign, the Green Party proposing the Waka Jumping legislation to it's members 2:50

9m ago2:50

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There could be a battle brewing between Green Party MPs and grass root party members. Independent MP Darleen Tana has written a letter to the Greens which says they will vote with the party, which will mean proportionality stays the same. The Green Party leadership will take the proposition to use the Waka Jumping legislation to the wider party mem…

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David Tripe: Massey University Banking Expert on the Commerce Commission's report into the New Zealand banking sector 3:16

7d ago3:16

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There's a belief the Government could make part of Kiwibank public-owned. The Commerce Commission's market study shows there's little competition between the big four banks, and they take high profits by international standards. It recommends giving Kiwibank access to more capital to better compete and become a disruptor. Massey University's bankin…

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Ryan Bridge: The Treaty Principles Bill is dead in the water 1:39

26m ago1:39

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David Seymour, you might have seen him on the news last night or in the Herald yesterday, basically calling Christopher Luxon and the government undemocratic for refusing to support this Treaty Principles Bill passed the first reading when it gets to select committee. This is what he said on the news last night. "Well, I think it is disrespectful a…

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