Best Emily Duncan Podcasts (2024)

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138 Exploring your sexual expression with disability with Oliver Morton-Evans Part Two 24:49

1h ago24:49

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In this episode, I am joined by Oliver Morton-Evans who is a sexuality and disability advocate and educator who is currently studying to become a certified sex coach for men with disabilities. Emily and Oliver discuss: What is sexual expression How to create your sexual expression Advice for support workers in talking about sex with your client FOL…

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Why You Don't Need Cycle Syncing, How to ACTUALLY Support Your Cycle, and the Truth Behind Pilates and Walking Making You Leaner | with Emily Dow, Kira Lucia, and host Emily Duncan 1:04:44

12h ago1:04:44

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You've seen all the content about cycle syncing and how you "shouldn't train hard during your luteal phase" floating around the internet. I'm sure of it. We're back with another coaches' round table today to talk about why you DON'T need to cycle sync, proven things you can do to help improve your menstrual cycle, and the potential reasoning behind…

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137 Navigating sex and dating with a disability with Oliver Morton-Evans Part One 35:27

1h ago35:27

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In this episode, I am joined by Oliver Morton-Evans who is a sexuality and disability advocate and educator who is currently studying to become a certified sex coach for men with disabilities. Emily and Oliver discuss: Oliver’s experience of growing up in Australia and learning about sex with Spastic Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy Oliver’s experience …

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Gavin Grey: UK Correspondent on the approval of the UK's migrant deportation bill and the deaths of five migrants 4:23

10m ago4:23

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At least five are dead only hours after the passing of the UK’s controversial migrant deportation bill. Approximately 100 migrants were rescued while crossing the English Channel, placed abroad a French Navy ship to be taken to the port of Boulogne. The approved bill aims to deter situations like this, deporting illegal immigrants to Rwanda as a de…

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Greg Murphy: Road Safety advocate calls for stiffer penalties for distracted driving 5:23

14m ago5:23

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There are calls for harsher punishments for repeat distracted driving. New Ipsos research commissioned by AMI found 55% of drivers admit to driving distracted, with 21% admitting to driving under the influence of drugs and alcohol. The top distractions were mobile phones, other drivers, other passengers, and daydreaming. Road safety advocate Greg M…

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Prudence Thomson: Accent Health Recruiter says there are systems in place to help migrant doctors adapt 3:10

9m ago3:10

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A health recruiter is giving assurances that practices are in place to help migrant doctors. An Otago University study has found international doctors are struggling with cultural integration and New Zealand is at risk of losing them unless practices improve. Accent Health Recruiter Prudence Thomson told Mike Hosking that she's been recruiting for …

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Annie Dundas: Auckland Unlimited Destination Director on the collaboration with Auckland Airport and China Airlines to market to business travellers 3:25

12m ago3:25

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Chinese business travellers are first priority Auckland tourism for a first-of-its-kind alliance. Since travel resumed last year, 6% of the 210,000 Chinese tourists were here for business. Tātaki Auckland Unlimited and Auckland Airport will work with China Southern Airlines to market their daily non-stop flights from their main hub in Guangzhou to …

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Rob Campbell: Former Health NZ Chairman on the possibility of health worker strikes becoming commonplace 4:00

17m ago4:00

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There are fears health worker strikes could become common place as conditions worsen. Two and a half thousand resident doctors will strike next month over pay and conditions. Former Health New Zealand chairman Rob Campbell told Mike Hosking that it could be the first of many more health worker strikes. He said workers are feeling increasingly disaf…

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Donna Demaio: Australian Correspondent on a breastfeeding mother being kicked out of Arj Barker's Melbourne show 2:33

11m ago2:33

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An American comedian is defending his decision to kick a breast-feeding mother out of his Melbourne comedy show. Flight of the Concords star Arj Barker asked breastfeeding mother Trish Faranda to leave his Melbourne show on Saturday, claiming her baby was disrupting his performance. Faranda says it was humiliating to be publicly called out. Austral…

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Ang Jury: Women's Refuge CEO on the reintroduction of the Three Strikes legislation 3:43

2m ago3:43

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Women's Refuge says it will be a waiting game as to whether Three Strikes legislation is effective. The Government is preparing to reintroduce mandatory prison sentences for violent and sexual criminals committing a third offence, this time only applying to sentences above 24 months. Women's Refuge Chief Executive Ang Jury told Mike Hosking that in…

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603 Rethinking Ralph Waldo Emerson (with James Marcus) 1:12:33

40m ago1:12:33

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Born more than two centuries ago, Ralph Waldo Emerson has long been recognized as a giant of nineteenth-century American letters. But what can he offer readers today? In this episode, Jacke talks to author James Marcus, author of the new book Glad to the Brink of Fear: A Portrait of Ralph Waldo Emerson, which reconsiders Emerson's reputation as a "…

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Gavin Grey: UK lawmaker won't run again after allegations of late night call for funds to pay off 'bad people' 3:26

1h ago3:26

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A British lawmaker who allegedly used campaign funds to pay off people who were holding him hostage said Sunday that he wouldn't seek reelection after the governing Conservative Party found his behaviour fell below the standard expected of members of Parliament. Mark Menzies' downfall is the latest in a series of scandals to hit the Conservatives, …

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Roger Beaumont: NZ Banking Association chief executive on the Government's financial service reforms 2:55

9m ago2:55

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The Government’s cutting more red tape in housing. They’ve announced changes to ease lending criteria for home and other loans, including reforming financial services and updating the Credit Contracts and Consumer Finance Act. The time it takes to process loans will lessen and mortgages will be easier to access. NZ Banking Association chief executi…

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Elliott Smith: Black Caps v Pakistan - Mark Chapman inspires New Zealand to emphatic bounceback victory 3:52

7m ago3:52

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The Black Caps have responded in style, as Mark Chapman inspired New Zealand to a series-levelling seven-wicket victory over Pakistan in Rawalpindi. Just 24 hours after being bowled out for 90 to lose by seven wickets at the same venue, a heavily depleted Black Caps side flipped the script on their hosts, and chased down their target of 179 runs wi…

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Gil Barndollar: US Defense Priorities Senior Fellow says Ukraine needs more than just weapons funding for war 3:49

14m ago3:49

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An expert says Ukraine needs more than just funding for weapons to get ahead in the war. The US House of Representatives has voted 311 to 112, in favour of a US $61 billion aid package for Ukraine. Taiwan and Israel will also receive foreign aid packages, totalling almost US $95 billion in aid for all three countries. Senior Fellow at Defense Prior…

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David Trewavas: Taupo Mayor ahead of the Supercar events kicking off this weekend 3:12

14m ago3:12

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The Supercar Sprints are kicking off in Taupo this weekend. The event is expected to bring up to 70,000 attendees, giving a significant boost to the city and surrounding region. Mayor David Trewavas told Mike Hosking that the town is absolutely buzzing. He said they had the parade through the CBD last night, and thousands of fans came out to see th…

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Vincent McAviney: UK Correspondent on Prince William's return to royal duties since Kate's cancer diagnosis 3:59

1h ago3:59

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Prince William has made his first return to royal duties since Kate's cancer diagnosis went public. Last month the Princess of Wales revealed she's been receiving treatment amid wild internet speculation. The family has been away from the public eye but the Prince has returned to show support for a homeless food shelter. UK correspondent Vincent Mc…

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Jennifer Mills: Employment specialist on the low availability of jobs for those trying to get off the JobSeeker benefit 3:19

10h ago3:19

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The turn of the economy could make it tricky for those on JobSeekers to find employment. New Social Development figures reveal just under 188,000 people are on JobSeeker, up almost 20,000 people from last year. Employment specialist Jennifer Mills told Mike Hosking that she's sure many on the benefit are ready to work. She says the new work check-i…

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Gareth Kiernan: Infometrics Chief Forecaster says financial pressures are expected to continue into late 2025 4:19

5d ago4:19

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Experts are forecasting more financial pressure for households, continuing into late next year. The Infometrics data expects the annual GDP to dip into the negatives mid 2024, meaning slower growth than had previously been expected. Infometrics Chief Forecaster Gareth Kiernan told Mike Hosking that with higher interest rates more properties are on …

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602 Thomas Hardy's "Spellbound Palace," The Birthplace of the King James Bible, and a Royal Setting for Shakespeare and His Plays (with Gareth Russell) | My Last Book with Jess Cotton 1:19:28

7d ago1:19:28

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We humans imprint ourselves on our surroundings - and they, in turn, have the power to affect us. In this episode, Jacke talks to Gareth Russell (The Palace: From the Tudors to the Windsors, 500 Years of History at Hampton Court) about the building that Thomas Hardy famously called a "Spellbound Palace" in one of his finest poems. We'll hear about …

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Mitch McCann: US Correspondent on the progression of Donald Trump's criminal trial and the continuing jury selection 3:34

22h ago3:34

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Seven jurors have officially been selected for Donald Trump’s ‘hush money’ trial, leaving eleven more still to come. Despite the trouble they’re facing, US Correspondent Mitch McCann told Mike Hosking that it is moving faster than people expected. He said it could have taken up to 22 weeks to select all 18 jurors, and they already have seven. The i…

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Emily Heazlewood: Christchurch entrepreneur on the creating of new dating app Amor 4:10

23h ago4:10

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A Christchurch entrepreneur is attempting to break into the dating app market. ‘Amor’ is trying to bring something fresh, only giving four matches a week and refusing to show profile photos for the first 2024 hours. Creator Emily Heazlewood told Mike Hosking that although the market is quite saturated, a lot of them are hook up culture apps. She sa…

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Kelvin Davidson: CoreLogic Chief Property Economist on homeowners choosing short term loans in anticipation of cuts to the OCR 3:23

1d ago3:23

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As inflation cools down, homeowners are starting to hold out for cuts to the OCR. The CoreLogic April Housing report shows 56% of new loans taken out in February were on one-year fixed terms compared to 36% in December. Chief Property Economist Kelvin Davidson says that's a pretty strong indication people don't want to lock in for too long in case …

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136 How to stop recurring Thrush, Bacterial Vaginosis (BV) and UTIs with Adrienne Rommel 53:33

1d ago53:33

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In this episode, I am joined by Adrienne Rommel also known as the Yoni Nutritionist who helps people get to the ROOT CAUSE of their chronic vaginal infections with holistic nutrition and wellness practices, so they can feel confident in their sex lives again! Emily and Adrienne discuss: What is vaginal health? What impacts vaginal health? How menst…

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Mark Potter: NZEI President says the new Government health guidance for children could impact employer attitudes to parents 3:24

1d ago3:24

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There are concerns the Government's new health guidance for children could impact employer attitudes towards parents. The guidelines say kids with a mild cough, headache, or runny nose should go to school, provided they don't have Covid-19 or other symptoms like a fever or vomiting. This move is in an effort to improve school attendance numbers. Bu…

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Gary Morrison: Security Association CEO on the powers of Security Guards in the aftermath of the Bondi Junction stabbing 3:28

2d ago3:28

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Security guards have no more power than a regular citizen when it comes to a threat of danger. They're expected to be more visible in malls around Australia and New Zealand following the stabbing at Bondi Junction in Sydney on Saturday afternoon. Forty-year-old Queensland man Joel Cauchi stabbed six people to death, including a security guard. Secu…

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Nick Tuffley: ASB Chief Economist predicts that inflation will drop to 4.1% 3:06

2d ago3:06

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Banks are picking inflation to continue falling. ASB is expecting today's figures to show annual inflation falling to 4.1%, the lowest since June 2021. ASB Chief Economist Nick Tuffley told Mike Hosking that things like rates, rents, and insurance are going the wrong way. But, he says, it's still likely to drop because we aren't spending as much on…

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Gavin Grey: Europe Correspondent on Copenhagen's 17th century old Stock Exchange going up in flames 3:07

2d ago3:07

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Questions are now being raised after a fire has ravaged one of Copenhagen's oldest buildings. Its iconic spire collapsed during the fire, as emergency services and passerbys rushed to save priceless works of art inside and other valuables. The 17th century old Stock Exchange building was currently undergoing renovations. Europe Correspondent Gavin …

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Duncan Greive: Spinoff founder and media commentator on Stuff taking over the 6pm news bulletin on TV3 4:40

2d ago4:40

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Questions are being raised over how the salvaged Newshub 6pm bulletin will be pulled off in its new format. Stuff has signed on to produce and provide a daily bulletin on TV3 from July 6, following Newshub's closure. The Spinoff founder and media commentator Duncan Greive told Mike Hosking that the level of scrutiny and quality of performance requi…

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Julie Chapman: Pet Refuge Founder on the introduction of the Pet Bonds 2:52

3d ago2:52

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There’s hope more landlords will give people with pets a chance in the wake of government changes. Pet bonds are being introduced: tenants will be liable for all pet damage beyond fair wear and tear and landlords will only be able to withhold consent on reasonable grounds. Pet Refuge Founder Julie Chapman hopes this means people leaving family viol…

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Donna Demaio: Australia Correspondent on the father of Joel Cauchi on his son's rampage at Bondi Junction 3:04

3d ago3:04

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The father of the man who killed six people and injured 12 others in a stabbing at Bondi Junction in Sydney says his son was a tormented soul. Eight people remain in hospital after 40-year-old Queensland man Joel Cauchi went on a rampage through the mall on Saturday. Australia correspondent Donna Demaio told Mike Hosking that his father, Andrew Cau…

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Kirk Hope: Business NZ CEO on the gaps in New Zealand's immigration data 4:10

3d ago4:10

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The Government is being advised to invest in immigration data gathering as record levels of arrivals and departures continue. In February more than 253,000 migrants arrived and about 122,000 left, putting net migration at almost 131,000. Business NZ Chief Executive Kirk Hope told Mike Hosking that where they come from isn't a problem as long as ski…

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Charles Feldman: KNX news presenter says Donal Trump feels his 'hush money' trial is politically persecuting him 3:29

3d ago3:29

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Donald Trump's 'hush money' trial has begun, and it’s the first time a US president has faced a criminal trial. He's charged with falsifying business records, accused of trying to cover up a $130-thousand hush-money payment to porn star Stormy Daniels ahead of the 2016 election. Trump has pleaded not guilty and denied the affair. LA's KNX news pres…

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601 Thomas Hardy (with Margot Livesey) 1:01:06

4d ago1:01:06

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It's the start of a new hundred episodes! Fresh off her tour for her new novel The Road from Belhaven, superguest Margot Livesey joins Jacke for a discussion of mistakes in the novels of Thomas Hardy. Then Jacke tells Margot the heartrending story of Hardy's fraught relationship with his first wife Emma - and how Emma's death unlocked some of his g…

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Paul Buchanan: International Relations and Strategic Analyst on Iran launching drone missiles on Israel 3:50

9d ago3:50

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Iran has launched more than 200 drone missiles on Israel. Neighbouring nations are calling for restraint, while Jordan, the US and UK military are intercepting attacks. International Relations and Strategic Analyst Paul Buchanan says the strikes are a direct violation of an agreement between the nations. Buchanan tells Mike Hosking hard liners want…

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Donna Demaio: Australia correspondent on five victims identified following stabbing spree at Sydney mall 2:41

4d ago2:41

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Five victims have now been identified as among those killed in a stabbing spree at a Sydney shopping centre, which left six dead. Australia correspondent Donna Demaio tells Mike Hosking 11 people remain in hospital. Many stories are emerging of near misses with the attacker, and of people who tried to protect others. Sydney lifeguard Andy Reid race…

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Andrew Alderson: Ryan Fox out of contention at US Masters, the Warriors lucky golden-point draw 4:37

4d ago4:37

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New Zealand golfer Ryan Fox has slumped out of contention at the US Masters, currently tied for 20th position. Meanwhile, the Warriors made a lucky comeback in a dramatic golden-point draw against Manly. The Sea Eagles lead 22-20 with three seconds left on the clock, when a post-siren penalty denied Manly the victory. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.co…

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Alistair Crozier: Executive Director NZ China Council on Minister of Trade Todd McClay's visit to China 3:33

4d ago3:33

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This week, Minister of Trade Todd McClay visits China hoping to promote New Zealand business and exports. Executive Director of the NZ China Council Alistair Crozier tells Mike Hosking the two countries are very adept at having difficult discussions in the open. NZ exports to China are double what is exported to the US or Australia, and prospects a…

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Translation and Syncretism | Rev. Dr. Douglas Rutt 36:11

6d ago36:11

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In this episode of the Essentially Translatable Podcast, Rich Rudowske engages in discussion with Rev. Dr. Douglas Rutt on the importance of cultural and contextual nuances when communicating the Gospel. Dr. Rutt has an impressive 40-year career serving in ministry. Most notably he has served as missionary to Guatemala, Director for International M…

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John Battersby: Massey University Defence Expert on New Zealand's commitment to working closer with the United States 4:08

7d ago4:08

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New Zealand is committing to working more closely with the United States. The countries have agreed to work more closely with each other and common allies like Australia, in areas like defence and intelligence. New Zealand's joining the US in financially supporting two initiatives in the Pacific to the tune of $16.4 million. Massey University defen…

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Judith Collins: Minister for Space on speaking at the Space Symposium in the US and putting NZ on the global map 4:23

7d ago4:23

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The Minister for Space has been working on our space image over in the US. Judith Collins spoke yesterday morning at the Space Symposium as New Zealand’s first Space Minister, putting us on the global stage. She told Mike Hosking that Rocket Lab has done an incredible job at putting New Zealand on the American space map with the work Peter Beck has…

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Mike Atkinson: Aspire Property Management managing director on the bill that could bring back 90-day no-clause terminations for periodic tenancies 3:58

7d ago3:58

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There’s concerns the Government's tenancy changes won't affect rent prices. A Bill being introduced to Parliament will bring back 90-day no-cause terminations for periodic tenancies. Labour removed them last term. Housing Minister Chris Bishop believes it'll push down rents. Aspire Property Management managing director Mike Atkinson told Mike Hoski…

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Perfectionism and How It Stands in the Way of Your Fitness and Health Progress | with host Emily Duncan 43:12

8d ago43:12

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There's a good chance if you listen to this show, you struggle with some degree of perfectionism or perfectionistic thinking. You're really type A; if things aren't done perfectly, they feel like they don't matter; you hyperfocus on/obsess over things like your weight and your fat loss progress, you use phrases like "getting back on track" and "I f…

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Is this worth it? 52:26

10d ago52:26

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This week’s letter writers are looking to change their relationships to work. One is wondering if it’s time to leave UX all together and monetize a hobby instead. The other is a budding thought leader…who gets the ick whenever they say “thought leader.” Sara and Jen have brought out all their best questions and resources to help these folks get uns…

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Mitch McCann: US Correspondent on Arizona deciding to enforce a strict abortion law from 1864 3:07

8d ago3:07

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The US state of Arizona is close to joining Texas, Oklahoma, and Arkansas in imposing a strict abortion ban. Arizona's conservative Supreme Court has decided an abortion law —first introduced 160 years ago— is now enforceable. US correspondent Mitch McCann told Mike Hosking that abortions are currently legal until 15 weeks of pregnancy. But he says…

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135 Jealousy isn't a bad emotion, navigating jealousy in your relationship with Dr. Joli Hamilton 57:31

8d ago57:31

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In this episode, I am joined by Dr. Joli Hamilton who is a relationship coach for couples who colour outside the lines. She is a research psychologist, TEDx speaker, best-selling author, and AASECT certified sex educator. Joli also co-hosts the Playing With Fire podcast with her anchor partner, Ken. Emily and Joli discuss: What is jealousy What is …

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Chris Wilkinson: First Retail Group managing director on Ikea's plans for expansion into New Zealand 3:10

8d ago3:10

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Ikea seems to be looking "big picture" as it enters the New Zealand market. The Swedish furniture giant is looking for a "people and culture manager", ahead of its opening at Auckland's Sylvia Park in late 2025. The successful manager will first be tasked with recruiting 400 people. First Retail Group managing director Chris Wilkinson told Mike Hos…

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