Best Dr Frank King Podcasts (2024)

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The Cult of True Crime: Terry Dunn Meurer and "Unsolved Mysteries" 53:49

1h ago53:49

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Today’s show puts a different spin on our usual subject matter. We’re going to discuss something that has millions of followers and has become a world-wide obsession: true crime! Alright, it isn’t a cult (technically!), but it’s definitely infiltrated our minds and media. Our guest today is Terry Dunn Meurer, the co-creator and executive producer o…

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Ryan Bridge: Confused advice from the Ministry for Social Development 1:58

11h ago1:58

1:58

Couple of stories in the news today, one of them and I'll just read you the first line from this story. "Ministry of Social Development officials warned their minister that using payment cards as a sanction for beneficiaries can be stigmatising and open to exploitation." What? So either the poor things will stigmatise them, will tarnish their good …

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Andrew Alderson: Black Caps earn one of their best wins on day five of first test in Bengaluru 3:44

13h ago3:44

3:44

New Zealand have held their nerve to record one of their best wins in almost 95 years of test cricket. The loss of their skipper from the second ball of the fifth day didn’t worry the tourists, nor the probing of a fearsome Indian attack buoyed by a frenzied atmosphere in Bengaluru. Instead, two players with a combined 25 tests’ experience coolly a…

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Dan Boulton: Silver Ferns Farms chief executive says downward trend in meat processing won't continue forever 4:46

10h ago4:46

4:46

The meat processing sector is being encouraged to evolve to ensure it captures future demand. Alliance Group's confirmed Timaru's Smithfield meatworks will shut by the year's end due to declining sheep numbers – cutting up to 600 positions. BusinessDesk reports rival Silver Fern Farms wants to be constructively involved as Alliance works through a …

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Peter Montgomery: Sailing commentator says America's Cup return to New Zealand will bring more than just sailing 3:58

10h ago3:58

3:58

The voice of the America's Cup says returning the event to New Zealand shores will deliver more than just sailing. Previous editions have all been held in Auckland, but Mayor Wayne Brown says the hosting decision is in the hands of Team New Zealand boss Grant Dalton. Brown says he'd welcome it back, but has concerns over its cost. Sailing commentat…

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Full Show Podcast: 21 October 2024 34:14

3h ago34:14

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Monday the 21st of October. Team New Zealand have made history in Barcelona, winning the America's Cup for the third time in a row. But where to now for the auld mug? Sailing Commentator Peter Montgomery speaks to Ryan about the win. A huge loss for Timaru with the Alliance Smithfield meat…

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Will Viharo - Graffiti in the Rubber Room Authors on the Air 28:44

1d ago28:44

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Prolific author Will “The Thrill” Viharo gives us a no holds barred look behind the curtain in Graffiti in the Rubber Room: Writing for My Sanity, to sum up all the life experiences, relationships, and colorful characters that when added to a martini shaker, made him one of the most unique and talented noir authors out there. Told in an untradition…

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T.G. BROWN In Conversation With Deborah J Ledford-Authors on the Air Episode1 23:47

23h ago23:47

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T.G. Brown, a Tribal Officer turned thriller author of the Warren Lawson Series set in Oregon, and Deborah J Ledford discuss Brown’s experience as a Native American officer and his hands-on perspective about writing impactful characters and the crimes they battle and perpetrate, rooted in real-world situations. For the up-and-coming thriller writer…

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Irene King: Ardmore Flying School CEO on the shortage of pilots in the aviation sector 3:36

3d ago3:36

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Pilot shortages in the aviation sector has some sounding the alarm, concerned that flights could be grounded in four years. There are calls for the Government to intervene, to encourage more young people to pursue the profession. Ardmore Flying School Chief Executive Irene King told Ryan Bridge the financial strains are to blame, with their income …

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Judith Collins: Defence Minister and Attorney-General on the directive around race in prosecution and the finding of the Manawanui's navigation book 7:15

3d ago7:15

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Judith Collins says race shouldn't be a factor in prosecution decisions. Solicitor-General Una Jagose KC has been under fire after advising prosecutors to "think carefully about particular decisions... where a person is Māori". Collins —in her capacity as Attorney-General— is refusing to endorse the directive. She told Ryan Bridge all prosecution d…

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Jason Walls: Newstalk ZB Political Editor on the Green Party voting to invoke the waka jumping legislation for Darleen Tana 3:23

3d ago3:23

3:23

Green Party delegates have voted to ask Speaker Gerry Brownlee to remove the now independent Darleen Tana from parliament. It's now down to Brownlee to decide if Tana's resignation from the party —but not Parliament— affects the proportionality of the House. Newstalk ZB political editor Jason Walls told Ryan Bridge the party was previously against …

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Vincent McAviney: UK Correspondent on Liam Payne's death, the statement from his family 3:16

3d ago3:16

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The family of former One Direction star Liam Payne have broken their silence following his death. The 31-year-old has died after a fall at a hotel in Buenos Aires. He's famous for his role in One Direction, the boy band being one of the bestselling groups of all time between their formation in 2010 and their indefinite hiatus in 2016. UK Correspond…

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Full Show Podcast: 18 October 2024 34:17

1h ago34:17

34:17

On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Friday 18th of October, the Green Party has voted to invoke the waka jumping legislation against former party, now independent, MP Darleen Tana. Political Editor Jason Walls has the latest on what comes next. The NATO Defence Ministers meeting is underway in Brussels amid ongoing global te…

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COMEDIAN/RAPPER Bert Badger has a new album coming out! 33:06

7h ago33:06

33:06

Comedian/Rapper Bert Badger has a new album coming out and we got to review it for our podcast. Bert is hilarious, engaging, multi-talented and you are going to love this podcast. Also, you can pre-order the album at: https://bertbadger.bandcamp.com/album/french-toastTo help support my work: https://www.patreon.com/drbriankingEvery bit helps me cre…

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Adam Cooper: ZB Sports Journalist on Ineos Britannia winning races 5 and 6 in the America's Cup 2:01

4d ago2:01

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Team New Zealand’s America’s Cup lead has been halved. Ineos Britannia claimed the wins for races five and six, leaving the score at 4-2. ZB Sport Journalist Adam Cooper told Ryan Bridge that it’s more exciting than it is concerning for Team NZ. He said that the wins were the result of two mistakes from the Kiwis, and although people are fearful of…

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Nick Tuffley: ASB Chief Economist on the inflation rate coming into target range at 2.2% 2:59

4d ago2:59

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Inflation is expected to keep easing in the months to come. Overall inflation is back within the target range at 2.2% due to falling prices for imports like petrol and diesel. Domestically-driven non-tradeable inflation remains much higher at 4.9%, due to a sharp rise in rents, council rates and insurance premiums. ASB Chief Economist Nick Tuffley …

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Ryan Bridge: Wellington will come back from this 2:28

4d ago2:28

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A timely reminder, an important one too, for me last night. I'm in Wellington, flew into the schmozzle storm yesterday for an event. It's easily one of the most beautiful cities in New Zealand, is it not? Can we all agree on that? With the hills jutting out of the harbour, all of the bush surrounding it. It is stunning and the weather was good, so …

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Matt Doocey: ACC Minister on the agency's $7.2 billion deficit 4:01

4d ago4:01

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The Minister in charge says ACC needs to lift its game. The government agency has reported a $7.2 billion deficit, just a year after posting an almost $1 billion surplus. It says the cost of services and compensation rose 16% over the year. It's proposing to hike levies for vehicle owners, workers, and business owners. Minister Matt Doocey told Rya…

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Full Show Podcast: 17 October 2024 33:55

2h ago33:55

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Thursday 17th of October, ACC has recorded a $7.2 billion dollar deficit just a year after a $911 million surplus. How has it become this bad, and what does it mean for the levies we all pay? ACC Minister Matt Doocey discusses. Wellington Mayor Tory Whanau is set to meet with the local gov…

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Veronica de Oliveira: Black Orchid Collective Cafe Owner on Tauranga City Council raising the fees for alfresco dining 3:10

5d ago3:10

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Tauranga businesses are furious about what they label harsh outdoor dining fees following a tough winter. They've been waived for the rest of 2024, but in the new year businesses must pay an annual charge based on outdoor dining area. In Mount Maunganui it will be $150 per square metre used, which compares to Auckland, where the highest fee is $154…

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Stephen Franks: Former ACT MP and Lawyer on the NZ Initiative report into the Supreme Court 4:40

5d ago4:40

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There’s an argument in favour of setting a maximum term for Supreme Court Judges. A report from New Zealand Initiative suggests the Supreme Court is getting an exaggerated view of its role and straying into Parliament's domain. Former ACT MP and lawyer Stephen Franks says there's been grumblings about it among some lawyers. He told Ryan Bridge that…

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Gavin Grey: Europe Correspondent on the UK imposing sanctions on extremist settler groups in Gaza 2:36

5d ago2:36

2:36

The UK's announced a fresh wave of sanctions against extremist settler groups in the West Bank. The measures target three outposts and four organisations which provide or promote support for violence against Palestinian communities. British Foreign Minister David Lammy says the inaction of the Israel Government has allowed an environment of impunit…

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Kelly Eckhold: Westpac Chief Economist ahead of the CPI release, says inflation is predicted to be around 2% 3:38

5d ago3:38

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Many forecasters are expecting inflation to be around 2%, well within the Reserve Bank's target range. The latest Stats NZ Consumer Price Index number will be released this morning. The Reserve Bank was confident last week inflation is now below 3%. Westpac Chief Economist Kelly Eckhold told Ryan Bridge that imported things like petrol and electron…

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Ryan Bridge: Name me one Prime Minister who is in touch 1:46

3d ago1:46

1:46

So Luxon is out of touch apparently. Name me one politician, one Prime Minister, one President in the world who's in touch, doesn't matter which side of politics they're on. Albanese, Australia's Prime Minister and Labour leader, he's just bought a $4 million cliff top mansion north of Sydney. Keir Starmer, the UK's Labour Prime Minster, he's worth…

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Full Show Podcast: 16 October 2024 34:07

2h ago34:07

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 16th of October, inflation numbers are out today and forecasts are pointing to 3 year low within the target range of 1 to 3%. Westpac Chief Economist Kelly Eckhold joins the show to discuss. An NZ Initiative report is suggesting changes to stop the Supreme Court getting an "exagg…

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Crime Wave - Sharon Dukett 17:57

1d ago17:57

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This week on Crime Wave: Sharon Dukett has given readers an electrifying debut thriller. In THE SHUTDOWN LIST, Anita Forester witnesses her husband being dragged away by police during a protest for environmental causes. Anita embarks on a perilous journey to find her husband, unaware of the crucial secret he has kept from her. Anita’s search leads …

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Author Rick Childers on Now, Appalachia 29:23

1d ago29:23

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On the latest episode of Now, Appalachia, Eliot interviews author Rick Childers about his debut novel TURKEYFOOT. Rick is a writer from Estill County, Kentucky. He also serves as Berea College's Appalachian Male Advocate and Mentor.By Authors on the Air Global Radio Network

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Donna Demaio: Australia Correspondent on Northern Territory reintroducing the use of spit hoods as a tough on crime policy 2:52

6d ago2:52

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Australia’s Northern Territory is reintroducing a controversial device in its efforts to get tough on crime. Police Commissioner Michael Murphy says that spit hoods will once again be used to restrain children. Murphy says that over the last three months 68 police officers were assaulted, with 20 counts of spitting. Australia Correspondent Donna De…

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Neil Woodhams: Multiple Sclerosis New Zealand President on their call to change how Pharmac funds drugs in New Zealand 3:18

6d ago3:18

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There's been yet another call to shake-up how Pharmac funds drugs in Aotearoa. Multiple Sclerosis New Zealand's independently commissioned report recommends the Crown entity adapts a cost benefit model. That means funding decisions would be made not just on the cost of a drug or medical device itself, but on the wider fiscal impact the decision wou…

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Ryan Bridge: Chris Hipkins - Is his heart still in it? 1:45

6d ago1:45

1:45

The latest 1News-Verian poll was out last night. There wasn't a lot of change, other than a dip in the personal popularity of both Christopher Luxon and Chris Hipkins. Nothing really major is going on, is it? And it's been that way for a couple of polls. Now, what I find interesting is just the vibe, the energy levels that you're picking up off the…

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Jennifer Mills: Employment Specialist on the rise in people on the Jobseeker benefit 4:40

6d ago4:40

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There’s a belief more redundancies are causing a rise in work ready Jobseekers. The Ministry of Social Development's September figures show a yearly increase of 29,000 people on a main benefit, a rise of 12%. Minister Louise Upston describes rising unemployment as a consequence of years of high inflation, high government spending, and economic rece…

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Robert Patman: Otago University International Relations expert on China holding military drills around Taiwan in an attempt at political intimidation 4:37

7d ago4:37

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China appears to be testing the waters around Taiwan in an effort to quell its independence. The superpower has been holding military exercises off the coast of the self-governing island. Taiwan says it's detected 34 naval vessels and 125 aircraft in formation around it. Otago University International Relations expert Robert Patman told Ryan Bridge…

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Full Show Podcast: 15 October 2024 34:11

2h ago34:11

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 15th of October, Jobseeker numbers are in, and it's not looking good. The number of people on the benefit has risen by 12% since last year, Employment Specialist Jennifer Mills joining the show to dig into the numbers. There are calls to change the way Pharmac makes funding decisio…

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Mark Pawlosky and BLACK BIRD, the latest in his Nik Byron series 26:31

3m ago26:31

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Mark Pawlosky is a former reporter for the Wall Street Journal, editor in chief of CNBC on msn, and editorial director for American City Business Journals (ACBJ), he oversaw financial news channels in the US, London, Munich, Paris, Tokyo and Hong Kong. BLACK BIRD is the latest novel in his Nik Byron book series. Please visit his website at: https:/…

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Culty Voicemail Roundup: ALBC Listeners Speak (10/14/24 EDITION) 39:29

23m ago39:29

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This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Visit betterhelp.com/CULTY to get started today. Hey campers, we hope your October’s been spooky so far. We’ve got a batch of listener voicemails to check out, so pull up a chair and we’ll get into it. Today’s callers want to talk about a real potpourri of culty stuff. We cover Arbonne, Optavia, BDSM an…

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Ryan Bridge: We're all living much longer - but at what cost? 2:34

8d ago2:34

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We're all living much longer, aren't we? At what cost? That's my question for you this morning. A report out over the weekend found human life expectancy has just about peaked globally. It's lights out. Goodbye. New Zealand men, you'll make 80, women, you'll make 83, which is great, longer life. Everyone wants one right now. We're told that we also…

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Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on King Charles III's medical precautions for his tour of Australia and Samoa 1:39

8d ago1:39

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King Charles III is bringing two doctors and a supply of his blood on his tour of Australia and Samoa starting later this week. The King has been dealing with cancer since February. It will be his first visit to Australia as King - New Zealand was believed to be dropped from the itinerary on medical advice. UK correspondent Gavin Grey told Ryan Bri…

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Sunny Kaushal: Ministerial Advisory Group for Victims of Retail Crime Chair says firearm policy decisions need to be shared by those who deal with violence directly 3:40

8d ago3:40

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Statistics show there's been more gun crime in Auckland this year than the last. RNZ reports there were 879 gun crime offences across Auckland in the first six months of the year - 28 more than the same time last year. Just 18 of those were committed by people with a firearms licence. Ministerial Advisory Group for Victims of Retail Crime Chair Sun…

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Toby Williams: Federated Farmers spokesperson says rules are needed around levels of investment in Overseas Investment Act reforms 3:37

8d ago3:37

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The gates are opening for foreign investors looking at New Zealand companies and property. The Government's reforming the Overseas Investment Act - allowing any investment that doesn't threaten our interests. Federated Farmers Meat and Wool Chair Toby Williams says he supports the change. He told Ryan Bridge overseas buyers are interested in large …

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Andrew Alderson: America’s Cup - Team NZ ride aggressive approach to 3-0 lead over Ineos Britannia in shortened day of racing 3:07

8d ago3:07

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By Christopher Reive in Barcelona In the days before the America’s Cup match in Barcelona, Team New Zealand starboard helmsman Peter Burling made it clear the team would take necessary risks to defend the Auld Mug. “When you get to the top level of any sport, you see people really getting punished for mistakes. In saying that, you can’t be afraid t…

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Full Show Podcast: 14 October 2024 34:14

2h ago34:14

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Monday the 14th of October. Changes could be on the way to make foreign investment easier in New Zealand - how could it impact our rural sector? Gun crime is on the rise in our biggest city, and most of it is from unlicensed firearms holders. Chair of the Ministerial Advisory Group for vic…

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Susan Walter: an Olympic bi-athlete escapes arrest in a blizzard in RUNNING COLD 27:24

14m ago27:24

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The winner of the (not terribly) prestigious WIFTS screenwriting award for “All I Wish,” the 2018 film she wrote and directed starring Sharon Stone, Susan Walter recently added “novelist” to an eclectic resume that also includes “failed concert violinist,” “unwatchable TV news reporter,” and “dazed mother to two teenage girls.” Her first two myster…

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Richard Gladwell: Sail World NZ Editor ahead of the America's Cup race against Ineos Britannia 3:41

10d ago3:41

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Sunday marks the start of a big week ahead for Emirates Team New Zealand as they face Ineos Britannia in the race to retain the America’s Cup. The first team to win seven races will take the Cup, the first two races taking place Sunday morning if weather permits. Richard Gladwell, Editor for Sail World NZ, told Ryan Bridge that it’s always the defe…

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Barbara Edmonds: Labour's Finance Spokesperson on the Government's increasing deficit 4:15

11d ago4:15

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Labour says the current state of Government books shows it went too hard and too fast with public service cuts. Treasury documents show the Crown's deficit has grown $3.4 billion dollars in the year to June, to $12.9 billion. Spending is outpacing income, despite revenue increasing by $14 billion. Labour Finance spokesperson Barbara Edmonds told Ry…

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Mitch McCann: US Correspondent on the damages from Hurricane Milton 3:47

11d ago3:47

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Florida residents are being warned not to visit areas hit by Hurricane Milton as clean up and rescue operations continue. There's still flooding in many areas, and NBC is reporting there have been 10 deaths in various parts of the state. More than three million properties remain without power. US correspondent Mitch McCann in St Augustine, Florida,…

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Ryan Bridge: We're not too poor to buy property, we're too fussy 2:04

11d ago2:04

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If these new TradeMe numbers are to be believed, and I have no reason not to believe them, then the biggest problem that we have with property and getting a foot on the ladder is not price. We're not too poor, we're too fussy. So TradeMe has done a survey; 44% of buyers were willing to compromise on the size of a section. Only 40% on the size of th…

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Full Show Podcast: 11 October 2024 34:15

7d ago34:15

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Friday 11th of October, the Government's books have sunk further into the red in the year to June, with the deficit $1.8 billion worse than forecast in the budget. Labour Finance Spokesperson Barbara Edmonds joins the show to discuss. Hurricane Milton has hit Florida, leaving a path of des…

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The Winston-Salem Fashion Week Body Paint Exhibit with Cheryl Ann Lipstreu 23:21

16h ago23:21

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My friend Cheryl Ann Lipstreu invited me to shoot her body paint event in Winston-Salem last week. Nearly 20 models painted by 7 different artists for an amazing show! Please watch, like and subscribe!To help support my work: https://www.patreon.com/drbriankingEvery bit helps me create better content.Follow the models on Instagram: @tantaulizing@Kr…

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Dr Guy Coulson: Air Quality Collective Director on the amount of pollution in New Zealand 3:40

11d ago3:40

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The air quality in New Zealand has increased across the country, but some areas are still dealing with high levels of pollution. The Our Air 2024 report shows the level of key pollutants —largely produced by transport and home heating— has reduced across most monitoring sites. However, it also says air quality isn't good everywhere, and in some urb…

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Grant McCallum: Northland MP on the $1 million energy package from Transpower. Omexom in the aftermath of the blackout 3:13

12d ago3:13

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Northland's power network is being zapped into action in the wake of the pylon collapse outage. In June, a contractor unfastened three legs of a pylon at once, putting around 88,000 homes and businesses out of power. Northland MP Grant McCallum revealed a regional energy package, with Transpower and contractor Omexom putting one million dollars tow…

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