Best Buzz City Basketball Podcasts (2024)

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Another rugby death: Concussion victim and legendary former All Black speak on dangers of rugby 16:06

2h ago16:06

16:06

There's been another death on the rugby field, this time in Auckland. 33-year-old Cory Heather died at a game in Beachlands after a suspected knock to the head over the weekend. Wellington Mornings host Nick Mills asked what more needs to be done to ensure players' safety, and heard from caller Johnny who is soon to quit working after some poor dem…

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So, the Charlotte Hornets have NOT been on the same page when it comes to injuries? 41:02

2h ago41:02

41:02

Do the Charlotte Hornets have a continuity problem? Walker and Doug discuss Rod Boone's article on The Charlotte Observer reporting injury conflict within the organization and what it means for the franchise. Can they all get on the same page? Plus the guys repurpose Charles Lee audio from Friday for Doug to share his opinion. Finally, the guys rum…

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Beehive Buzz: Jason Walls on James Shaw's legacy and Pharmac funding boost 9:06

2h ago9:06

9:06

James Shaw signs off from Parliament this week after a 10-year career, much of it as co-leader, and at one point even the sole leader of the Greens. Newstalk ZB political editor Jason Walls joined Wellington Mornings host Nick Mills to talk about his legacy, as well as news the government will be signing off on the budget today and the details of a…

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Tory Whanau: Wellington Mayor responds to poll finding she has lowest approval rating of any NZ mayor 32:47

2h ago32:47

32:47

Just a day after a Curia poll showed Wellington Mayor Tory Whanau has the lowest approval rating of any New Zealand mayor, she joined Wellington Mornings host Nick Mills for her monthly catch-up. Also on the agenda was the failed Reading Cinema deal, the Golden Mile project and the renewal of her Green membership. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/li…

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Do the Charlotte Hornets have their final HC Candidates?? Pros & Cons for JJ Redick & Charles Lee 29:06

3d ago29:06

29:06

Does the Charlotte Hornets HC decision really come down to JJ Redick and Charles Lee? Walker goes over the most likely candidates after a report from Shams Charania on Charlotte's "serious" consideration between the lead guys. Does JJ want *this* job, or just any job in the NBA? What is Charles Lee's coaching identity? Follow & Subscribe on all Pod…

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Nata Edwards on CBB draft options, Hornets coaching search "disaster" and Chance, Nata Chance 41:03

5d ago41:03

41:03

Nata Edwards, producer of the Eye on College Basketball podcast, joins Doug to give scouting notes on Stephon Castle, Donovan Clingan, Cody Williams and Rob Dillingham. PLUS! Nata thinks the Hornets coaching search has been a disaster. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOHornets?sid=YouTube Become an official mem…

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Season in Review: What went right for Brandon Miller? + Sickos Sound off on possible Redick hire 41:27

6d ago41:27

41:27

Locked On Hornets continues the player profile series with Brandon Miller up next. The guys talk about everything that went right for the rookie including his impressive shooting and competitive mentality. Did anything go wrong? Doug also manages to squeeze in another mock draft and let the sickos sound off. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platfo…

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Politics Wednesday: Nicola Willis and Ginny Andersen on Reading deal, three strikes 28:40

3d ago28:40

28:40

Finance Minister Nicola Willis says Wellington City Council's now-collapsed deal with Reading Cinemas was "shady" and could have found the council in hot water with the Auditor General. She was joined by Labour's police spokesperson Ginny Andersen to talk the political issues of the week with Wellington Mornings host Nick Mills. LISTEN ABOVE See om…

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Capital Letter: Georgina Campbell on what's next after the failed Reading Cinemas deal 9:39

3d ago9:39

9:39

Where to now for the derelict Reading Cinemas complex, and what has the failed deal cost the council? Those questions are yet to be answered, NZ Herald Wellington Issues reporter Georgina Campbell says. She joined Wellington Mornings host Nick Mills for her regular Capital Letter slot. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informatio…

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Should JJ Redick be the next head coach of the Charlotte Hornets? 35:59

3d ago35:59

35:59

The Charlotte Hornets reportedly interviewed JJ Redick for its head coaching vacancy as they continue to cast a wide net. How much should he be considered for the job? David Walker joins the show to discuss his thoughts on the interview process, draft lottery odds, and Michael Jordan's win on the race track. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platfo…

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Locked On Hornets Trailer 0:30

3d ago0:30

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Locked On Hornets podcast is your daily ticket to stay ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the Charlotte Hornets and the NBABy walker mehl, doug branson

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Season in Review: LaMelo Ball. What went right and wrong + MOCK DRAFT MONDAY 37:43

8d ago37:43

37:43

The offseason is here, which means it's time for player profiles and mock drafts. The guys start with LaMelo Ball taking a look at the positives in a tough season. What areas did he show improvement? What went wrong? Also, as promised, Doug brought the mock drafts to bring in or new recurring segment: Mock Draft Mondays. Follow & Subscribe on all P…

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Business Panel: Cranfields owner Nicola Cranfield and NZCIS general manager Jamie Tout 30:55

5d ago30:55

30:55

Wellington institution Cranfields is set to shut down, while the New Zealand Campus of Innovation and Sport is going from strength to strength as the training facility for the Hurricanes and the Phoenix. The leaders of those respective businesses joined Nick Mills to talk through how things are... and the pair had quite different outlooks. LISTEN A…

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Beehive Buzz: ZB senior political reporter Sophie Trigger on PM's Asia trip and lending changes 8:03

5d ago8:03

8:03

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has returned from a week long tour of South East Asia, aimed at improving New Zealand's relationships with Singapore, Thailand and the Phillipines. Newstalk ZB senior political reporter Sophie Trigger joined Nick Mills to talk about the trip, as well as the government's changes to lending regulations and the fast tr…

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End of The Warriors' Dynasty, First-Round NBA Playoffs Preview, and Drake's "Push Ups" Review 1:05:06

6d ago1:05:06

1:05:06

In this episode, Wellington and Savon discuss the Warriors' Play-In Tournament loss to Sacramento and their season ending. They also discuss the Lakers' close Play-In Tournament win vs. the Pelicans and how they'll deal with the Nuggets. Next up, they analyze Philly's comeback win vs. Miami, Jimmy Butler's injury and more. They also do a preview of…

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Is Brandon Miller already a leader? What is Grant Williams' approval rating? 28:52

10d ago28:52

28:52

Is Brandon Miller already considered a leader for the Hornets? Walker goes solo to comb through more audio from his interviews on Wes and Walker with Brandon Miller and Grant Williams. What were some of the main takeaways? Will Grant be a beloved Hornet by the end of his tenure? Walker closes it out with a conversation on the potential differences …

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Friday Faceoff: Mark Sainsbury and Josie Pagani talk mega tunnel, Tory Whanau and police pay 30:54

8d ago30:54

30:54

On Friday Faceoff this week Nick was joined by political commentator Josie Pagani and former broadcaster Mark Sainsbury. On the agenda was Wellington's mega tunnel proposal, Tory Whanau rejoining the Greens, police pay and the Stuff/Newshub deal. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Nick Mills: Wellington is in a downward spiral and we're in trouble 4:27

8d ago4:27

4:27

OPINION: Some disturbing news came across my desk yesterday. I got a lovely email from Nicola Cranfield with the sad news that Cranfield’s on Johnson St near Lambton Quay is closing. Often shops close during a recession and unpredictable times. Shops close because they go broke. Businesses close when owners have just had enough. But Cranfield’s has…

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Hornets Offseason Preview: Contract decisions, draft needs, & Brandon Miller love 34:36

12d ago34:36

34:36

Bobby Marks of ESPN dropped an article on every eliminated team's offseason needs previewing the offseason ahead. What is on the Hornets' "to-do" list? Is the Miles Bridges decision the top priority? What are the team's biggest draft needs? The guys close it out with Zach Lowe's praise of Brandon Miller. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms……

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Politics Thursday: Chris Bishop and Ginny Andersen on police pay, mega tunnel and record immigration 28:23

9d ago28:23

28:23

On Politics Thursday this week Nick was joined by Housing Minister and MP for Hutt South Chris Bishop, and Labour's Hutt South list MP and police spokesperson Ginny Andersen. On the agenda was the police's rejected pay offer, cuts to Oranga Tamariki, Wellington's mega tunnel proposal and new record immigration figures. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.c…

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Best of Exit Interviews Pt. 2: Miles Bridges wants to stay & Steve Clifford wants to draft 36:54

13d ago36:54

36:54

Walker and Doug continue going through exit day comments after the team hosted media availability on Monday. Does Miles Bridges still want to be in Charlotte? Do the Hornets want to pay him? The guys transition into a conversation about Steve Clifford's role and whether they feel comfortable with him being a part of the coaching search. Follow & Su…

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Murray Edridge: Wellington City Missioner says begging ban won't solve problem 6:19

10d ago6:19

6:19

Wellington City Missioner Murray Edridge says the idea of banning begging in the city wouldn't solve the problem. The issue of begging is back at the fore after a Rotorua and Christchurch city councillor called for a ban in their respective cities. But Edridge says people only beg because they are in need and we need to fix the source of the proble…

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Nick Mills: Tory Whanau's switch from independent to Green member is a breach of Wellingtonians' trust 4:53

10d ago4:53

4:53

Wellington Mayor Tory Whanau's switch from independent to Green party member breaches the trust of her voters, Wellington Mornings host Nick Mills says. Newstalk ZB revealed yesterday that the Wellington Mayor had renewed her Green Party membership, after initially letting it lapse so she could form more constructive relationships with other counci…

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Madagascar The Musical: Cast of new stage show perform in studio 9:31

10d ago9:31

9:31

The zoo has hit Wellington, with Madagascar The Musical set to take over the St James Theatre this week. The main cast and show producer joined Wellington Mornings host Nick Mills for an in-studio performance. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Charlotte Hornets Exit Day Recap: Biggest takeaways from LaMelo Ball and Mark Williams 42:12

10d ago42:12

42:12

What were the biggest takeaways from Charlotte Hornets exit day? David Walker joins the pod to share his thoughts on what he heard from Steve Clifford, LaMelo Ball, and Brandon Miller. How much did we learn about the team's injuries? Do you want to hear more from LaMelo Ball? Finally, the guys finish up with funny comments they heard all throughout…

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Final Weekend Recap + What this season was REALLY all about 34:40

11d ago34:40

34:40

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Chris Hipkins: Opposition leader says we need to question what AUKUS means before signing up 21:25

12d ago21:25

21:25

Labour leader Chris Hipkins says the government is rushing into signing up to pillar two of the AUKUS pact "[The new government] is effectively saying yeah, we want in. I wouldn't say we want in until we know what we're signing up for," he told Wellington Mornings host Nick Mills. "I don't think that's something responsible governments do." Also on…

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Beehive Buzz: How important is Luxon's trip to to Asia, and what did Winston achieve overseas? 7:24

12d ago7:24

7:24

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon landed in Singapore late last night, the first stop of a week-long trip to South-East Asia. Luxon is also visiting Thailand - the first visit from a New Zealand Prime Minister in 11 years, and the Phillipines - the first visit in 14 years. Newstalk ZB's senior political reporter Sophie Trigger joined Wellington Morn…

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Simeon Brown: Wellington mega tunnel idea a 'significant opportunity' for the city 6:00

12d ago6:00

6:00

Transport Minister Simeon Brown says an idea to build a "mega tunnel" under Wellington City from The Terrace to Kilbirnie could be a better option than a second Mt Victoria tunnel, but there needs to be further investigation. The NZ Herald revealed this morning that the government had asked NZTA/Waka Kotahi to investigate the feasibility of the meg…

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Friday Faceoff: Former Cabinet Minister Peter Dunne and Upper Hutt Mayor Wayne Guppy disect the week's news 32:29

15d ago32:29

32:29

Friday Faceoff this week saw former Cabinet Minister Peter Dunne and Upper Hutt mayor Wayne Guppy join Wellington Mornings host Nick Mills. On the agenda was MPs pay, Upper Hutt's boy racing issue, the tragic Billy Guyton story and the relaxed rules of dogs in public. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Friday Sport Kickoff: Jason Pine and Adam Cooper on two big home games for the Phoenix and Hurricanes 9:41

17d ago9:41

9:41

It'll be a quick turnaround for the Sky Stadium groundskeepers this weekend with the Phoenix playing tonight and the Hurricanes playing tomorrow night in what's set to be a big weekend of sport. Weekend Sport host Jason Pine and All Sports Breakfast host Adam Cooper joined Nick Mills to talk the weekend's sport. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/list…

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RECAP: Hornets win series vs. ATL, Miller and Miles are clutch and ESPN's foolish "Rookie Ranking" 28:28

19d ago28:28

28:28

Thanks to the Miles Bridges go ahead layup, the Charlotte Hornets beat the Atlanta Hawks and win the season series as the year comes to an end. Who were the stars of the game? How many "moments" have we had this year? Walker and Doug close it out with a discussion on the latest ESPN rookie power rankings. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

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Politics Thursday: Nicola Willis and Ayesha Verrall say they don't need a payrise 26:55

18d ago26:55

26:55

MPs pay is determined independently, but both the Finance Minister and the Opposition's health spokesperson say they don't need payrises. National's Nicola Willis and Labour's Ayesha Verrall joined Wellington Mornings host Nick Mills to talk MPs pay, the ferry advisory panel, the proposed no body no parole law, and concerns about a future census. L…

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Luka's MVP Buzz, Stefon Diggs in Houston, Beyoncè's Cowboy Carter and Atlanta Season 4 Review 2:15:52

16d ago2:15:52

2:15:52

In this episode, Wellington and Savon discuss the Women's March Madness tournament, the dominance of UConn and, Joel Embiid being back with the Sixers. Next up, they discuss if Luka has a case for MVP, thoughts on Stefon Diggs being traded to the Texans and J.J. McCarthy's Draft potential. For their album reviews, they start with Beyoncè's Cowboy C…

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The Charlotte Hornets lose the last home game of the season amidst tribute videos and all 38:01

16d ago38:01

38:01

The Charlotte Hornets lose the last home game of the season to the Dallas Mavericks before hitting the road for the last three games overall. How will you remember Steve Clifford's 2nd tenure? What did you think of the tribute videos? The guys transition into a conversation about Dan Staley HC candidacy and finish with a tribute of their own to the…

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Capital Letter: Georgina Campbell on advice Korean government could be upset over canned ferry deal 7:25

19d ago7:25

7:25

The government received advice that cancelling Kiwirail's mega ferry deal could affect diplomatic relations with Korea, NZ Herald's Wellington Issues reporter Georgina Campbell says. She joined Wellington Mornings host Nick Mills for her weekly Capital Letter segment. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Could Lindsey Harding be the next coach of the Charlotte Hornets? + Tales from The Arena 37:58

21d ago37:58

37:58

Doug Branson is back after his trip to Charlotte to share stories and takeaways from his experience at the Spectrum Center. What's a difference between in-person and TV viewing? The guys share their thoughts on Lindsey Harding's HC interview with the Hornets, and finish with a four step process on how to show up on the jumbotron. Follow & Subscribe…

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Music Time: a special AI-generated tune for Nick, and is Chris Isaak the gig of the year? 9:15

20d ago9:15

9:15

It's a musical ding-dong as James Irwin tries his best to convince Nick that the gig of the year is coming up and everyone should get along to see this musician who has millions of record sales. Things get even murkier as we create the first-ever AI jingle for Wellington Mornings with a lot of help from www.suno.ai LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/l…

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The Charlotte Hornets offense is back! 24:23

18d ago24:23

24:23

Walker Mehl goes solo to discuss the Hornets offensive performances over the weekend after a 1-1 split in games against Orlando and Oklahoma City. How impressive was Brandon Miller in the first half against the Magic? Finally, Walker transitions into the haymakers exchanged between Charlotte and OKC, before asking if Gordon Hayward really needed a …

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Business Panel: Wellington business leaders Simon Arcus and Paul Retimanu on the state of Wellington's economy 32:13

21d ago32:13

32:13

Covid-19, worker shortages, the growth in working from home and now public service cuts: Wellington's economy has had a tough few years, and it's still struggling, Wellington businessman and vice president of Hospitality NZ Paul Retimanu says. He joined Wellington Chamber of Commerce chief executive Simon Arcus and Wellington Mornings host Nick Mil…

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Beehive Buzz: Jason Walls on MPs salary review and Winston's jetsetting 9:43

21d ago9:43

9:43

A pay rise for MPs would be politically damaging, Newstalk ZB Political Editor Jason Walls says. He joined Wellington Mornings host Nick Mills for the Beehive Buzz, talking the possible increase for MPs salaries, Foreign Minister Winston Peters' overseas tour and public service cuts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Caitlin Clark's Moment, N.C. State's Surpise Run, Future & Metro Boomin's We Don't Trust You and Straight Outta Compton Review 1:54:25

20d ago1:54:25

1:54:25

In this episode, Wellington and Savon discuss their thoughts on the Final Four Matchups in March Madness. Next up, they discuss the Rockets' current standing and Jaydon Daniels' Draft potential plus Shoehi Otani's gambling scandal. For their album reviews, they start off with Future & Metro Boomin's We Don't Trust You, Kendrick Lamar's diss and SiR…

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Who are the top coaching candidates for the Charlotte Hornets? 38:18

21d ago38:18

38:18

Walker and Doug comb through the top Charlotte Hornets coaching candidates and try to figure out who might be a good fit with the team. Would you rather an offensive or defensive mind? Would you consider hiring a college coach? Finally, the guys get to Lavar Ball's comments on LaMelo Ball and discuss Bill Simmons' "Worst Owner" pyramid. Follow & Su…

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Friday Sport Kickoff: Adam Cooper and Jason Pine on the important Phoenix fixture and Hurricanes money troubles 11:45

24d ago11:45

11:45

It may be a bye for the Hurricanes this weekend, but there's a huge fixture for the Wellington Phoenix against the Central Coast Mariners in Gosford on Saturday night to look forward to. All Sport Breakfast host Adam Cooper and Weekend Sport host Jason Pine joined Nick Mills. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Friday Faceoff: Bryce Edwards and Dave Armstrong talk Māori wards, drug driving and road rage 30:41

24d ago30:41

30:41

On Friday Faceoff this week, Nick was joined by political commentator and lecturer Bryce Edwards and Wellington columnist and playwright Dave Armstrong. The trio talked Māori wards, road rage, the Reading Cinema deal, rates increases and the language of Gen Z. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Campbell Barry: Local Govt NZ vice president says Maori ward decision 'significant overreach' 6:27

24d ago6:27

6:27

Hutt City Mayor and Local Government New Zealand vice-president Campbell Barry says the government's decision to bring back binding referendums for Māori wards is government overreach. He joined Wellington Mornings Host Nick Mills to talk about the announcement yesterday. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Steve Clifford presser takeaways: Why did Cliff decide to step down? PLUS: Brandon vs. Scoot! 37:48

26d ago37:48

37:48

Walker and Doug go over Steve Clifford's comments at his press conference yesterday in light of his decision to step down as the Charlotte Hornets HC and move to a front office role. Why did he decide to make the change? What responsibilities will he have in the front office? Finally the guys talk about the Brandon Miller vs. Scoot Henderson matchu…

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Politics Thursday: Nicola Willis and Ginny Andersen on drug testing, three strikes and Gen Z 32:05

25d ago32:05

32:05

On Politics Thursday this week, National deputy leader and Finance Minister Nicola Willis and Labour's police spokesperson Ginny Andersen joined Nick Mills. On the agenda was Gen Z slang, the cancelled mega ferry project, drug driver testing and the reintroduction of the three strikes legislation. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privac…

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BREAKING: Steve Clifford stepping down as Head Coach of the Charlotte Hornets 33:20

23d ago33:20

33:20

Steve Clifford is stepping down as head coach of the Charlotte Hornets. Why now? What's next?Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://linktr.ee/lockedonhornetsBecome an official member of the Locked On Hornets Sicko Brigade and get Hornets news, rumors and pictures of Byron Mullens sent directly to your phone via Subtext (14 Day Free …

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Brandon Miller wins his 3rd consecutive EC-ROM award! PLUS: How do the injuries affect Steve Clifford's job status? 30:06

27d ago30:06

30:06

THIS EPISODE WAS RECORDED RIGHT BEFORE WOJ BROKE THE NEWS THAT CLIFFORD IS STEPPING DOWN The Charlotte Hornets injury report against Portland is extensive, including Brandon Miller who's listed as questionable. How do all of the injuries this year affect Steve Clifford's job status next season? The guys transition into Brandon Miller's 3rd straight…

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