Best Andrew Ackerman Podcasts (2024)

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Donna Demaio: Australia Correspondent on the changes to Australia's vape ban 2:28

26m ago2:28

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Australia is taking a firm stance on vaping. The sale of vapes will be restricted to pharmacies from next week, as the Greens agree to pass a proposed ban. However, the Government has agreed to water down restrictions that would have required adults to obtain a prescription. Australia Correspondent Donna Demaio told Mike Hosking that this has spark…

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Tony Johnson: Rugby Commentator on the naming of Scott Robertson's All Blacks squad 4:34

6m ago4:34

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Scott Robertson’s All Blacks squad has been announced, with Scott Barrett taking the captaincy. He’s taking over the duties from Sam Cane, with Ardie Savea and Jordie Barrett sharing the vice-captaincy. Rugby Commentator Tony Johnson told Mike Hosking that he doubts there’ll be any drastic changes right off the bat. He said that if they’re going to…

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Rachel Hart: Cancer Society CEO on the uncertainty in the timeline surrounding cancer drug funding 3:55

14m ago3:55

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The Cancer Society says yesterday was a momentous day but there's still a bit of uncertainty around Pharmac's funding boost. The Government's committed $604 million, taken in advance from next year's Budget. It will cover the funding for 54 new medicines, including 26 cancer treatments. Cancer Society chief executive Rachael Hart told Mike Hosking …

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28. Rethinking Project Scope: Expanding Attention to All Priorities 28:50

9h ago28:50

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While every major change effort has a defined scope, most are incomplete and often need to be expanded to achieve desired outcomes. This episode highlights the areas required to define a full scope, one that ensures better outcomes and influences the initial definition of project budget and timeline. Scope needs to focus on the content of the chang…

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Alison Pill, Rachel Axler, James Mannion - Matrix ch12 33:30

10h ago33:30

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The Matrix, Chapter 12 Featuring a chapter novelized by Rachel Axler (Veep, New Girl, The Daily Show) and narrated by Alison Pill (Star Trek: Picard, Scott Pilgrim, Hello Tomorrow!) plus an interview with James Mannion (UCB, Comedy Bang Bang). Each season on The Novelizers, we take a beloved film, give each scene to a TV comedy writer (from SNL, Th…

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Mark Mitchell: Police Minister on increasing police officers on the beat 4:31

15m ago4:31

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Auckland will soon have Police on the beat 24/7. Community Beat Teams will be based in major centres, with 63 officers in Auckland, 17 in Wellington and 10 in Christchurch. It's the Police and Government's newest plan to crackdown on crime rates. Police Minister Mark Mitchell told Mike Hosking “We want to make sure that we have a safe city – not on…

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Gavin Grey: UK Correspondent on the King reportedly not going to visit New Zealand 2:12

6m ago2:12

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King Charles will likely skip New Zealand during his upcoming tour to the South Pacific. According to The Mirror, he and Queen Camilla are set to visit Australia and Samoa - but have dropped New Zealand. The visit was never officially announced - just rumoured to be on the agenda. UK Correspondent Gavin Grey told Mike Hosking “His Majesty is said t…

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Mike Hosking: Delivery and confidence - that's what we want from governments 1:59

5m ago1:59

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I think we got enough out of Nicola Willis on the programme Friday to know that today, cabinet’s gonna sign off this money for Pharmac to solve the cancer problem. The big outworking of this is - I hope they've learned their lesson. This government has a couple of problems. The biggest one is the mess they inherited. We are going to spend at least …

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Andrew Alderson: ZB Sports Anchor gives a Super Rugby finals recap 4:47

13m ago4:47

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The Blues dominated the Chiefs on Saturday night to take the 2024 Super Rugby title at Eden Park - beating the visitors 41-10. Caleb Clarke scored a hattrick as Akira Ioane and AJ Lam got a try each. It's the first time they've won the competition in more than two decades. Newstalk ZB Sports Anchor, Andrew Alderson, told Mike Hosking “I thought it …

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Malcolm Mulholland: Patient Voice Aotearoa Chair on the government's expected announcement for cancer drugs 3:00

9m ago3:00

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The Government’s expected to announce a $600 million boost in funding for Pharmac today. If approved, it would bump the medicine budget up 40 percent - and cover the 13 cancer drugs the Government initially promised, and more. Patient Voice Aotearoa Chair, Malcolm Mulholland, told Mike Hosking “From our perspective – this was always going to be the…

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1269 - RENT Brainbots and a Thousand Kisses 1:02:14

1h ago1:02:14

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Scooter tries to name approximately 525,600 Brainbots in far less than a year as he mulls over musicals, theme parks, and kissable constellations. Heads up, there is a brief mention of HIV/AIDS in this episode. Check out Park Stop's online charity event, raising money to support LGBT Youth through the Trevor Project. Start a 7 day FREE trial of Sle…

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213 Compliance Complexities of Cannabis Accounting (feat. Naomi Granger, CPA) 42:23

1d ago42:23

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Episode 213 FACULTY: Naomi Granger, CPA CLASS: #TheGuide In this episode of Accounting High, Scotty interviews Naomi Granger, CPA, founder of The National Association of Cannabis Accounting and Tax Professionals (NACAT) and the historic co-founder of Dope CFO. Naomi shares her journey from traditional corporate accounting to the niche field of cann…

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Vincent McAviney: UK Correspondent on the betting scandal facing the Tories 3:45

3m ago3:45

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Labour’s lead in the UK election is holding steady as the Tories deal with a scandal. The party has admitted that their campaign head, Tony Lee, placed bets on the timing of the vote, allegedly just days before Sunak went public. The BBC revealed that Tory candidate Laura Sanders, wife of Lee, is also being investigated by Britain’s Gambling Commis…

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Brad Olsen: Infometrics Chief Economist on the GDP increase and what it means for quarter 2 4:05

20m ago4:05

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New Zealand's officially out of a technical recession but may not be out of the woods. Stats NZ figures show GDP rose 0.2% in the three months to March and the same amount for the year. However, per capita GDP decreased by 0.3%. Infometrics Chief Economist Brad Olsen told Mike Hosking that the numbers are not looking promising for Q2. He said that …

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Elliott Smith: ZB Rugby Commentator ahead of the Super Rugby Final between the Blues and the Chiefs 3:27

11m ago3:27

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Tomorrow’s Super Rugby Final is set to be an intense match. The Blues face off against the Chiefs at a sold-out Eden Park, kicking off just after 7pm. ZB’s Rugby Commentator Elliott Smith told Mike Hosking that the Chiefs have come out of nowhere in the last couple weeks. The Blues were expected to face the Hurricanes in the finals, the Chiefs ente…

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Darryn Fisher: North Chamber CEO on the impact of the Northland power outage on businesses 3:43

4m ago3:43

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A Northland business leader says the large power outage will significantly impact business. Widespread power outages began yesterday morning when a transmission tower toppled at Glorit, northwest of Auckland. NorthPower says supply has since been restored to the majority of Northland. Top Energy is showing 61 customers in Bay of Islands still witho…

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James Smith: General Manager of Policy and Advocacy at the National Road Carriers Association on the Brynderwyns reopening from next week 3:13

14h ago3:13

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Freight operators are thrilled they can deliver goods to Northland a lot faster from next week. State Highway 1 over the Brynderwyns will reopen to two-way traffic from 11.59pm next Wednesday, just in time for Matariki weekend. The Transport Agency says additional space has been created so crews can work on repairs without lengthy closures. James S…

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Kim Mundy: ASB Senior Economist ahead of the release of last quarters GDP figures 3:33

16h ago3:33

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We'll know later today whether New Zealand was in a technical recession last financial quarter. Gross Domestic Product figures for the three months to March are released later this morning. ASB is forecasting a 0.1% rise. Senior economist Kim Mundy told Mike Hosking that they're not expecting another recession, but neither are they expecting strong…

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Katherine Firkin: US Correspondent on the call for Boeing to be charged with criminal liability 3:36

16h ago3:36

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There's a renewed call for Boeing to be prosecuted after being grilled in the US Senate over its recent safety issues. US Justice officials have until July 7th to decide if it lays criminal charges. Family members of the 346 victims of two separate crashes involving Boeing planes five years ago were also at the hearing. US Correspondent Katherine F…

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Christine Rose: Maui and Hector's Dolphin Defenders spokesperson on the SailGP moving from Lyttleton Harbour 2:22

17h ago2:22

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Dolphin advocates are celebrating SailGP's decision to move next year's event from Christchurch. SailGP announced the 2025 edition wouldn't return to Lyttelton Harbour, which has hosted for the last two years. In this year's event, the first day of racing was controversially cancelled due to a Hector's Dolphin spotting. Maui and Hector's Dolphin De…

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1268 - The Crafty Lady | Multiplex Ep9 1:09:51

20h ago1:09:51

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This episode will be full of sleepy sense, scents, and sensibility and with some of Scooter's nonsense. Check out Park Stop's online charity event, raising money to support LGBT Youth through the Trevor Project. Start a 7 day FREE trial of Sleep With Me Plus- The ultimate way to listen to show, based on how YOU listen! Get your Sleep With Me SleepP…

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Gavin Grey: Europe Correspondent on the rescue of migrants in the Mediterranean 3:02

1d ago3:02

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Dozens of migrants have been rescued from a sinking ship in the Mediterranean. German aid group RESQSHIP said it picked up 51 people from a sinking wooden boat, including two unconscious people, and found ten bodies trapped in the lower deck. A second ship sank nearby, and 64 people total are still missing from the vessels. Europe Correspondent Gav…

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Victor Billot: Maritime Union spokesperson on the ballooning costs of maintaining the Interislander ferries 3:35

1d ago3:35

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Maintenance on ageing Interislander ferries is seen as a short-term solution by the Maritime Union. Estimated annual maintenance costs to keep KiwiRail’s three ageing Interislander ferries running could almost double to $65 million by next year, and keeping the ferries afloat will be an “ongoing battle”. A previous assessment of the fleet’s conditi…

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John Moffat: Bovine disease vaccine research lead on the impact of Bovine Viral Diarrhoea on costs 2:49

1d ago2:49

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There’s hopes an improved vaccine against an infectious disease running rife through New Zealand cattle could ease costs for farmers. The Ministry for Primary Industries is backing a project which aims to develop a modified vaccine against Bovine Viral Diarrhoea. It impacts about 80% of our dairy and beef herds and costs the industry more than $190…

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Ruth Money: Victims advocate on the introduction of time frame goals in the justice system 4:48

3d ago4:48

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A victims' advocate says new measures to address court backlogs are doable if all players in the system play their part. The Chief District Court Judge has introduced maximum waiting times based on the seriousness of the crime. For the least serious category —where there's no risk of prison— the aim is six months. Independent victims' advocate Ruth…

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Donna Demaio: Australia Correspondent on the talks with Chinese Premier Li Qiang 2:20

3d ago2:20

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Following his visit to New Zealand, the Chinese Premier has begun his visit to Australia. Li Qiang was greeted by hundreds of supporters and protestors upon his arrival in Canberra on Sunday, receiving a ceremonial welcome at Parliament House. Australian Correspondent Donna Demaio told Mike Hosking that there has been talks of better military commu…

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Ro Edge: Save Women's Sport Spokesperson on the Government taking a watching brief on transgender involvement in community sport 3:09

3d ago3:09

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The Government's changed its tune on transgender people participating in community sports. A policy in the New Zealand First-National Coalition agreement threatened to withhold public funding if sports bodies didn't separate trans athletes from grassroots competitions. After feedback from Sport New Zealand, Sport and Recreation Minister Chris Bisho…

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Malcolm Fleming: Certified Builders CEO on the proposed building law change to building small dwellings 2:38

3d ago2:38

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The Government promises “granny flats” of 60 square metres or less will be easier to build after planning changes that will force councils to permit small dwellings on rural and residential zones without resource consent. Making it easier to build granny flats was part of NZ First’s coalition agreement with National. NZ First leader Winston Peters,…

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Andrew Alderson: ZB sports reporter on the reduced crowd numbers for Super Rugby semi-finals 4:31

4d ago4:31

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This weekend's Super Rugby semifinals have raised a few eyebrows over their smaller-than expected attendance numbers. ZB sports reporter Andrew Alderson suspects this is because these Super Rugby matches had to compete with this weekend's Warriors' clash. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on the Princess of Wales making her first public appearance following cancer diagnosis 3:04

4d ago3:04

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The Princess of Wales has returned to the public eye for King's Birthday celebrations, making her first public appearance this year. Kate faced wild internet speculation on her whereabouts earlier this year before revealing she's undergoing chemotherapy treatment for cancer. She was pictured smiling, sitting alongside her three children in a carria…

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Mark Potter: NZEI president responds to Ministerial Advisory Group recommending checkpoint tests and a stronger focus on handwriting 3:12

4d ago3:12

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One teachers' union is concerned abut the recommended changes to teaching standards in a new report. The Ministerial Advisory Group reviewing English and maths learning has recommended annual 'checkpoint' tests for students. It also recommends children be encouraged to write by hand as much as possible for their first three years at school - and cu…

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Jason Walls: ZB political editor on Prime Minister Luxon's trip to Japan being impacted by plane breakdown 4:45

4d ago4:45

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Christopher Luxon is on the ground in Japan, but his business delegation won't be touching down for another day. The Prime Minister's plane has broken down yet again, this time while refuelling in Papua New Guinea. Luxon's been forced to fly commercial to Tokyo, while the business leaders, officials and others in his delegation are travelling to Br…

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Dusk feat: Slurp & DJ Echo Bass | On Location Listener Fav #540 1:17:19

4d ago1:17:19

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An ambient episode recorded on the edge of dusk in Florida. Listen and rest as I listen and comment on the sounds of the swamp. For full access to the archive, subscribe to Sleep With Me Plus at sleepwithmepodcast.com/plus Check out Park Stop's online charity event, raising money to support LGBT Youth through the Trevor Project. Start a 7 day FREE …

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212 Timeless Accounting Strategies: Exit Daily Ops with High Profit Margins (feat. Reza Hooda, FCA) 44:09

4d ago44:09

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Episode 212 FACULTY: Reza Hooda, FCA CLASS: #Shoperations In this podcast episode, Scotty interviews Reza Hooda, FCA, founder of Capture Accounting and mentor at The Profitable Accountants Community. They dive deep into innovative accounting practices, focusing on results over timesheets. Reza shares his journey from implementing traditional timesh…

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Vincent McAviney: UK Correspondent on the Labour Party announcing their manifesto 3:35

7d ago3:35

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Britain’s Labour Party has launched its manifesto. It said on Thursday that it would be “pro-business” and prioritise “wealth creation”. Among the party’s flagship pledges is the creation of a new publicly owned energy company, a ban on awarding new North Sea oil and gas licences, and reducing medical wait times. UK Correspondent Vincent McAviney t…

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Sam Ackerman: Sports Commentator ahead of the Super Rugby semifinals this weekend 3:06

7d ago3:06

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It’s a big weekend in sports as the Super Rugby semifinals kick off tonight. The Blues and the Brumbies are facing off at Eden Park tonight, the Hurricanes and the Chiefs going head-to-head in Wellington’s Sky Stadium tomorrow afternoon. Sports Commentator Sam Ackerman told Mike Hosking that if he could only watch one of the matches, he’d take the …

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Dr Jamie Hosking: Healthy Auckland Together spokesperson on the removal of 24-7 speed reductions around schools 2:40

7d ago2:40

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There’s been push back against the Government's plan to scrap around the clock speed limits outside schools. The Coalition's reversing speed limit reductions implemented over the past four years under the previous Government. The draft report wants speed limits in place at the start and end of each school day as opposed to the current 24-7 system. …

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Dellwyn Stuart: Mind the Gap co-Founder on the Government's decision to make gender gap pay reporting voluntary 4:02

7d ago4:02

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The Government's ditching plans to make gender pay gap reporting compulsory. The Labour Government pledged it would require companies with more than 250 workers to publish a pay gap report. But acting Minister for Women Louise Upston's instead developing a tool for businesses to calculate pay gaps voluntarily. Mind the Gap Co-Founder Dellwyn Stuart…

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Katherine Firkin: US Correspondent on the Hunter Biden verdict and his likely appeal 3:31

8d ago3:31

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Yesterday saw another historic ruling in the United States, as Hunter Biden was found guilty in his federal gun trial. The conviction makes him the first child of a sitting President to be found guilty of a crime. He was convicted of three gun offences for lying about drug use while illegally buying and possessing a gun in 2018. US Correspondent Ka…

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Mark Smith: ASB Senior Economist on the number of NZ Citizens leaving New Zealand 3:14

8d ago3:14

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There's an expectation New Zealanders will continue to file out of the country in high numbers. The latest figures from Stats NZ show more than 130,000 people left the country in the year to April, the highest number on record. Among those were a record 81,200 NZ citizens. ASB Senior Economist Mark Smith told Mike Hosking that we are moving in the …

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