Best Michael Polkinghorn Podcasts (2024)

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Polkinghorne E12: The closing arguments - murder or suicide? 1:01:43

1h ago1:01:43

1:01:43

The defence and the prosecution present their final arguments after nearly two months of evidence. The Judge delivers a summing up and gives the jury directions before they retire to consider a verdict. Stuff Extra subscribers can listen to The Trial early and ad-free. Join Stuff Extra at listen.stuff.co.nz/extra or on Apple podcasts. WARNING: This…

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Polkinghorne, Wellington, WFH & Billion Dollar Tax Cuts | GUESTS: Mark Jennings & Seeby Woodhouse 57:47

1h ago57:47

57:47

Kia Ora Aotearoa! Welcome to The Working Group, New Zealand's top political podcast not funded by NZ on Air. I'm your host, Martyn Bradbury, editor of The Daily Blog. Joining me tonight: - Damien Grant - libertarian liquidator and Cthulhu of Capitalism. - Mark Jennings - Former News God at TV3 - Seeby Woodhouse - Founder of Voyager NZ and Burning M…

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Chapter 350 - The Final Battle Round Five 1:10:02

1d ago1:10:02

1:10:02

Things don't look good for the party. On the bad side, three of the party are dead or down and soon to be dead and there are still plenty of foes on the field. On the good side, both monks are still up, and Krivval is now an Adult Bronze Dragon! Will that be enough to tilt the board back in favor of our heroes or has this just been six years leadin…

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Polkinghorne E11: ‘I'm never good enough’ 52:14

30m ago52:14

52:14

For the first time, the court hears emails, found by the defence, that Pauline Hanna wrote to herself. Psychiatrists talk about the possible impact of the mix of medication she was taking. IT experts are at odds over whether texts were started - and deleted - on Hanna’s phone at 4am on the day her death was reported. Stuff Extra subscribers can lis…

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Polkinghorne E10: Injuries and interpretations 50:46

1h ago50:46

50:46

Expert defence pathologists offer different conclusions about the cause of death to their Crown counterparts. Colleagues at Auckland Eye describe Polkinghorne as kind and generous. And we hear from the “fishing boys”, who knew “Polky” from trips to their holiday homes in The Coromandel. Stuff Extra subscribers can listen to The Trial early and ad-f…

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Latest Polling, Treaty Principles and Gun Bans | GUESTS: Shane Te Pou & Ani O'Brien 59:57

8d ago59:57

59:57

Kia Ora Aotearoa! Welcome to The Working Group, New Zealand's top political podcast not funded by NZ on Air. I'm your host, Martyn Bradbury, editor of The Daily Blog. Joining me tonight: - Damien Grant - libertarian liquidator and Cthulhu of Capitalism. - Shane Te Pou - The mighty NZ Herald columnist - Ani O'Brien - Political Commentator and Queen …

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Polkinghorne E9: ‘There was no murder’ 33:52

1d ago33:52

33:52

As the defence case begins, Polkinghorne’s lawyer describes the police as being “intoxicated” with the idea of murder, and cautions the jury against being distracted by evidence about sex and drugs. Pauline Hanna’s sister says Hanna told her of a suicide attempt more than 30 years ago and Polkinghorne’s ex-wife takes the stand. Stuff Extra subscrib…

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Chapter 349 - The Final Battle Round 4 Part 2 39:57

11d ago39:57

39:57

After the huge surprise that Nuada gave Krivval that might just swing the battle, things slide the other direction and one of the characters will succumb to his injuries and die. With two other characters down, how will the party snatch victory out of the jaws of defeat? The final battle rages on and things don't look good with three of the party m…

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Polkinghorne E8: ‘I haven't come this far to walk away’ 1:03:33

1d ago1:03:33

1:03:33

Details of Philip Polkinghorne’s relationships with wife Pauline Hanna and Sydney-based sex worker Madison Ashton emerge when police scrutinise their digital devices. Among their discoveries, thousands of sexual images, and personal correspondence about the state of the marriage. A forensic accountant tells the court that Polkinghorne paid hundreds…

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Luxon Blames MMP, Speed Limits & Trump vs Harris | GUESTS: Simon Wilson & Simon Court 1:01:34

14d ago1:01:34

1:01:34

Kia Ora Aotearoa! Welcome to The Working Group, New Zealand's top political podcast not funded by NZ on Air. I'm your host, Martyn Bradbury, editor of The Daily Blog. Joining me tonight: - Damien Grant - libertarian liquidator and Cthulhu of Capitalism. - Simon Court - ACT Party MP - Simon Wilson - NZ Herald columnist Tonight's issues: Issue 1 - Go…

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Polkinghorne E7: ‘Some things are going to come out’ 35:22

3d ago35:22

35:22

As the Crown case nears its end, a close friend and colleague alleges Polkinghorne made sex and meth admissions that “shocked” her. There are questions about tensions in the operating theatre, financial stress and positive meth tests at Auckland Eye. An expert explains the ways meth can change behaviour. Stuff Extra subscribers can listen to The Tr…

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Chapter 348 - The Final Battle Round 4 55:11

5d ago55:11

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The final battle rages on and things don't look good with three of the party members going down! Then something super unexpectedly amazing happens that will change the tide of battle! New to the podcast? You can catch up to the whole story so far in our annual Story Up to Now episode! Let us know what you think! Rate us on iTunes, email us at Relic…

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Insolvencies, Simeon's $32.9b Policy, Comanchero Crackdown | GUESTS: Maria Slade & Matthew Tukaki 1:00:39

23d ago1:00:39

1:00:39

Kia Ora Aotearoa! Welcome to The Working Group, New Zealand's top political podcast not funded by NZ on Air. I'm your host, Martyn Bradbury, editor of The Daily Blog. Joining me tonight: Damien Grant - libertarian liquidator and Cthulhu of Capitalism Maria Slade - Business Desk Journalist Matthew Tukaki - Media Tycoon, Businessman, UN Chairperson, …

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Chapter 347 - The Final Battle Round 3 54:08

24d ago54:08

54:08

Things were looking up, but Elowal has called in a whole host of devils to bolster his forces. Things go from hopeful to hopeless in no time at all. Can they turn this around? New to the podcast? You can catch up to the whole story so far in our annual Story Up to Now episode! Let us know what you think! Rate us on iTunes, email us at RelicofthePas…

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Polkinghorne E6: The disappearing mark 43:00

19d ago43:00

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Two pathologists face detailed questions about the significance of a mark on Pauline Hanna’s neck, with one asked why they didn’t mention it in their autopsy report. The court hears more about Hanna’s medical history, including her use of unprescribed sleeping tablets and the prescriptions she was given by her GP. Stuff Extra subscribers can listen…

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Polkinghorne E5: ‘He wants to have sex with everybody’ 54:13

17d ago54:13

54:13

In a recording played to the jury, Pauline Hanna talks about the state of her marriage to eye surgeon Philip Polkinghorne and their sex life. Close friends recall her sharing an alleged strangulation threat by her husband. The defence challenges them and family members, asking if their recollections are clouded by the belief that Hanna wouldn’t hav…

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Chapter 346 - The Final Battle Round 2 1:20:47

1M ago1:20:47

1:20:47

Round two of the final battle and things are not going well with some of the players surrounded and others almost dead! Then things look up... briefly. How will round 2 end. New to the podcast? You can catch up to the whole story so far in our annual Story Up to Now episode! Let us know what you think! Rate us on iTunes, email us at RelicofthePastP…

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Polkinghorne E4: ‘She’s never hit me, I’ve never hit her’ 41:35

23d ago41:35

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The jury hears Polkinghorne for the first time as the prosecution plays his police interview from the day his wife died. While answering questions about his marriage to Pauline Hanna and her state of mind, he receives a call informing him he’s a suspect. The Crown case continues with a friend of the couple describing his suspicions about Polkinghor…

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The OCR, Welfare and Disability Sanctions and 7aa | GUESTS: Barbara Edmonds & Karen Chhour 1:01:02

1M ago1:01:02

1:01:02

Kia Ora Aotearoa! Welcome to The Working Group, New Zealand's top political podcast not funded by NZ on Air. I'm your host, Martyn Bradbury, editor of The Daily Blog. Joining me tonight: Damien Grant - libertarian liquidator and Cthulhu of Capitalism. Barbara Edmonds - Labour Party Finance Spokesperson Karen Chhour - The Minister for Children and A…

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Chapter 345 - The Final Battle Round 1 Part 2 47:02

1M ago47:02

47:02

We rejoin the party in the second half of the first round of combat and things don't go... well. What choices do the party make and what happens to lead them to this state? New to the podcast? You can catch up to the whole story so far in our annual Story Up to Now episode! Let us know what you think! Rate us on iTunes, email us at RelicofthePastPo…

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Polkinghorne E3: An unprecedented search 39:18

29d ago39:18

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With Philip Polkinghorne being interviewed at the police station, detectives decide to step up their search of his house. Amid tests for fingerprints, DNA and blood - a hunt dubbed unprecedented by the detective sergeant in charge of the scene - officers make a series of discoveries that shape the investigation. But in court they’re asked if police…

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Adrian Orr, Power Prices and Welfare Punishments | GUESTS: Greg O'Connor & Dr. Oliver Hartwick 59:26

1M ago59:26

59:26

Kia Ora Aotearoa! Welcome to The Working Group, New Zealand's top political podcast not funded by NZ on Air. I'm your host, Martyn Bradbury, editor of The Daily Blog. Joining me tonight: Damien Grant - libertarian liquidator and Cthulhu of Capitalism. Greg O'Connor - Former Police Association President and current Labour MP Dr. Oliver Hartwick - Ri…

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Chapter 344 - The Final Battle Round One...Half 1:03:14

2M ago1:03:14

1:03:14

The party has fought their way to the very home of Elowal and the final battle has been joined! Unfortunately Elowal brought an army to face our heroes. Can they fight through all of his minions and put an end to his evil or will they be overwhelmed by superior numbers? New to the podcast? You can catch up to the whole story so far in our annual St…

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Polkinghorne E2: Code 1C for suspicious 32:40

2M ago32:40

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As detectives comb the home of Philip Polkinghorne and Pauline Hanna, questions quickly emerge about the rope involved in her death. The jury hears Polkinghorne’s summary of his wife’s final day alive. Stuff Extra subscribers can listen to The Trial early and ad-free. Join Stuff Extra at listen.stuff.co.nz/extra or on Apple podcasts. WARNING: This …

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Market meltdowns, National Party Conference and Karen Chhour | GUESTS: Cameron Bagrie & Damien O'Connor 59:13

2M ago59:13

59:13

Kia Ora Aotearoa! Welcome to The Working Group, New Zealand's top political podcast not funded by NZ on Air. I'm your host, Martyn Bradbury, editor of The Daily Blog. Joining me tonight: Damien Grant - libertarian liquidator and Cthulhu of Capitalism. Cameron Bagrie - The People's Economist Damien O'Connor - Former Cabinet Minister and current Labo…

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Chapter 343 - A Proper Welcoming Party 35:02

2M ago35:02

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The party is still in the thick of the battle with the blasts from the past. When the do come out the other side, Elowal has a arranged a proper welcoming party for them! New to the podcast? You can catch up to the whole story so far in our annual Story Up to Now episode! Let us know what you think! Rate us on iTunes, email us at RelicofthePastPodc…

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Introducing: The Trial - Philip Polkinghorne 28:50

2M ago28:50

28:50

On Easter Monday 2021, police were called to the home of a successful professional couple in the affluent Auckland suburb of Remuera. They found the body of Pauline Hanna. In his emergency call, her husband, Philip Polkinghorne, said she killed herself. Sixteen months later he was charged with her murder. As this podcast is released, he's currently…

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Polkinghorne E1: 'My wife's dead' 29:12

2M ago29:12

29:12

On Easter Monday 2021, police were called to the home of a successful professional couple in the affluent Auckland suburb of Remuera. They found the body of Pauline Hanna. In his emergency call, her husband, Philip Polkinghorne, said she killed herself. Sixteen months later he was charged with her murder. As this podcast is released, he's currently…

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The Manufactured Crisis in Health, the economy and Darleen Tana AGAIN | GUESTS: Matthew Hooton & Maria Slade 56:31

2M ago56:31

56:31

Kia Ora Aotearoa! Welcome to The Working Group, New Zealand's top political podcast not funded by NZ on Air. I'm your host, Martyn Bradbury, editor of The Daily Blog. Joining me tonight: Damien Grant - libertarian liquidator and Cthulhu of Capitalism. Matthew Hooton - New Zealand Herald Columnist Maria Slade - Journalist, editor and commentator Ton…

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Chapter 342 - A Reunion of Old Friends 43:53

2M ago43:53

43:53

The party continues their fight against three of the villains from the past. This isn't the party those villains remember though! New to the podcast? You can catch up to the whole story so far in our annual Story Up to Now episode! Let us know what you think! Rate us on iTunes, email us at RelicofthePastPodcast@gmail.com, follow us @RelicofthePast …

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Polkinghorne trailer 1:03

2M ago1:03

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Police are called to the multi-million dollar home of a successful couple to find the body of Pauline Hanna, also known as Pauline Polkinghorne. A year and a half later, eye surgeon Philip John Polkinghorne is charged with murdering his wife, a charge he denies. The Trial, season 2, available soon wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe to Stuff …

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Shane Reti, the OCR and Boot Camps | GUESTS: Michael Wood & Craig Renney 59:29

2M ago59:29

59:29

Kia Ora Aotearoa! Welcome to The Working Group, New Zealand's top political podcast not funded by NZ on Air. I'm your host, Martyn Bradbury, editor of The Daily Blog. Joining me tonight: Damien Grant - libertarian liquidator and Cthulhu of Capitalism. Michael Wood - E Tu Union's Negotiation Specialist Craig Renney - the sickle and the hammer, The C…

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Chapter 341 - 400 Fiends in our Face! 54:24

2M ago54:24

54:24

The party faces off against not one, not two, but three blasts from the past. The Succubus, the Ice Devil, and a Dracolich with a broken nose all make a return from earlier adventures to menace the party. When fiends drop from the ceiling on them, things get dire! New to the podcast? You can catch up to the whole story so far in our annual Story Up…

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The Trump fiasco, National's Welfare Policy and Darleen Tana | GUESTS: Arena Williams & Simon Wilson 1:00:36

2M ago1:00:36

1:00:36

Kia Ora Aotearoa! Welcome to The Working Group, New Zealand's top political podcast not funded by NZ on Air. I'm your host, Martyn Bradbury, editor of The Daily Blog. Joining me tonight: Damien Grant - libertarian liquidator and Cthulhu of Capitalism. Arena Williams - MP for the mighty Manurewa Simon Wilson - NZ Herald columnist Tonight's issues: T…

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The Interview with Elowal Interview 54:30

2M ago54:30

54:30

The cast takes a moment out to reflect on sitting down with the big bad. They discuss Elowal, his motives, and who would be most likely to follow him. What would the party turning evil mean? New to the podcast? You can catch up to the whole story so far in our annual Story Up to Now episode! Let us know what you think! Rate us on iTunes, email us a…

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Darleen Tana, Luxon in NATO and the OCR | GUESTS: Matthew Tukaki & David Seymour 58:03

3M ago58:03

58:03

Kia Ora Aotearoa! Welcome to The Working Group, New Zealand's top political podcast not funded by NZ on Air. I'm your host, Martyn Bradbury, editor of The Daily Blog, and Joining me tonight: Damien Grant - libertarian liquidator and Cthulhu of Capitalism. Matthew Tukaki - Media Tycoon, Businessman, UN chairperson and New Zealand Māori Council sledg…

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Chapter 340 - Interview with a Lich 42:04

3M ago42:04

42:04

The party finishes their fight with the Door Wardens only to find an old familiar figure waiting to share tea with them. What could Elowal want to say to the party? New to the podcast? You can catch up to the whole story so far in our annual Story Up to Now episode! Let us know what you think! Rate us on iTunes, email us at RelicofthePastPodcast@gm…

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