Crime Interrupted explores some of the biggest and most challenging cases handled by the AFP, Australia’s national policing agency. Presented by Casefile, the series covers cases including human trafficking, counter-terrorism operations, international kidnappings and more. You will hear from the AFP officers who investigated these crimes, as well as members from domestic and international partners. Six new episodes will be released monthly from April 2023.
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The UK Financial Intelligence Unit (UKFIU), housed within the National Crime Agency, has national responsibility for receiving, analysing and disseminating financial intelligence submitted through the Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) regime. SARs alert law enforcement to potential instances of money laundering and terrorist financing and are a vital source of intelligence, not only on economic crime but on a wider range of criminal activity. These educational podcasts are part of the UKFIU ...
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Welcome to 'Tell Us a Story,' the podcast by Belmont City Press where business owners, entrepreneurs, and sales professionals share their journeys, insights, and strategies for success. What to Expect In each episode, our guests reveal how they've overcome challenges, established their brands, and leveraged their stories to promote their businesses. Whether you're an aspiring author, a seasoned business owner, or looking to elevate your personal brand, this podcast offers valuable lessons an ...
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Underworld: Behind the Scenes of the NCA is a new podcast series which unearths the murky world of dangerous offenders across the UK and around the world, lifting the lid on the most notorious crimes solved by the National Crime Agency. The first of its kind, each episode covers a different covert operation the NCA has been involved in over the last decade, with fascinating unheard accounts from those who fight crime in the shadows. Host, Investigative Journalist Ellie Flynn, discusses the c ...
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A fresh and intelligent start to your day - catch the very latest international and domestic news developments, sport, entertainment and business on Early Edition with Ryan Bridge, on Newstalk ZB.
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Behind every success, there’s a story. On “The Tuff Juice Podcast with Caron Butler,” the universally respected NBA champion, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and activist — who survived a life of crime in his youth and built himself up with hard work — sits down with accomplished and influential guests from the worlds of sports, entertainment, business, and activism to discuss how they achieved success. The conversations are incredibly revealing and entertaining but also educational, with Caro ...
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D-Tails the podcast gives listeners first hand encounters with Officer Involved Shootings from the perspective of the actual officers involved. With the show being hosted by retired Los Angeles Police officer Marlon Marrache and talented TV anchor Viviana Sarrade, you can be assured all procedures, thoughts and emotions will be explored as officers relive these traumatic experiences. Now here's a few words from our hosts... Marlon is a 25-year Los Angeles Police Department veteran and has ov ...
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Kevin Putt: Former Spring Bok and Rugby Commentator previews the All Blacks v South Africa
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It’s a big weekend for the All Blacks as they’re set to face South Africa at one of the toughest rugby venues. They’re playing the Springboks in the Rugby Championship early Sunday morning. Former Springbok and Rugby Commentator Kevin Putt told Ryan Bridge that the All Blacks will be walking into a really confrontational, hostile place, but that’s …
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Geoff Upson: Rodney Local Board member and roading campaigner on the potential introduction of widespread road user charges
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Roading advocates say a sudden shift to widespread user charges would be relatively straightforward. Petrol cars could be hit with road user charges from 2027 under the Government's Revenue Action Plan. It's also exploring tolling for all new roads, including the Roads of National Significance. Auckland's Rodney Local Board member and roading campa…
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Hinewai Ormsby: Hawke's Bay Regional Council Chair on the need for a gang patch ban in their meetings
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Hawke's Bay Regional Council is rethinking its policies after facing backlash for allowing patched gang members into a meeting. Images were posted online with the patched members after the council voted to retain Māori wards. Ministers David Seymour and Simeon Brown are frustrated it isn't the forcing the new patch ban. The council's chair, Hinewai…
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Ryan Bridge: Thank you to David Seymour and Big Pharma
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I've got an amazing wonder drug to tell you about New Zealand, and it saved me in the last couple of weeks. People are talking about it from top of the country to the bottom and it's not Ozempic. No, I'm not taking Ozempic, though, I wouldn't mind trying it. I think a lot of people are curious. David Seymour made this drug a priority. Yes, I'm talk…
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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Friday 29th of August, the Government says all vehicles could face road user charges as soon as 2027 to help pay for more transport infrastructure. Rodney Local Board Member and Road Safety Campaigner Geoff Upson joins the show. Hawke's Bay Regional Council are under fire for letting patch…
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Mitch McCann: US Correspondent on Kamala Harris agreeing to her first interview as the democratic nominee
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Kamala Harris has finally agreed to her first interview. The Democratic nominee has agreed to an interview on CNN alongside her running mate Tim Walz. The interview is set to air at 9pm eastern time, or 1pm Friday afternoon in New Zealand. US Correspondent Mitch McCann told Ryan Bridge that Donald Trump has released a press release containing poten…
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Nick Leggett: Infrastructure NZ CEO on the new infrastructure plans and agency
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There's optimism from the sector over the prospect of more effective infrastructure development. The Infrastructure Minister's launching a National Infrastructure Agency from December to manage funding and proposals and facilitate private investment. Infrastructure New Zealand says the current system is complex, time-consuming and expensive. Chief …
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Chris Abercrombie: PPTA President on the passing rates for the new NCEA prerequisite tests
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A reassurance that students failing new NCEA pre-requisite tests will still have options to get their qualifications. Less than half of the 55 thousand students who passed the tests passed numeracy, with 59% passing reading, and 56% passing writing. Students must pass all three tests to start receiving NCEA qualifications. PPTA President Chris Aber…
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Steve Ferguson: Next Generation Critical Communications Director on the revamping of emergency service communication
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There are hopes a revamp of emergency service communication will streamline responses. Five hundred radio towers and 15 thousand units for first responders are being switched out to make way for a new digital, and encrypted, radio communication system. Politicians and experts say the current analogue system is deteriorating and needs to be replaced…
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Ryan Bridge: If this is the kaupapa of the Green Party, I don't recognise it
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At the Auckland High Court this morning at 10am, Darleen Tana will be seeking an interim injunction. It's been sought to stop the Greens from meeting to try and waka jump her, and that meeting is meant to go ahead this weekend. There's also going to be a judicial review. The saga continues, and we all know why this is happening, don't we? Because h…
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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Thursday 29th of August, the Government has a new plan for national infrastructure, could it stop political interference from stopping major projects? Infrastructure NZ's Nick Leggett speaks to Ryan. The rollout of a new radio network for our emergency services has started. How is the $1.4…
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Brad Olsen: Infometrics Chief Economist on the potential housing prices will rise in 2025
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BNZ is picking our house prices to rise after the new year. They forecast an increase of 7% over 2025, following a flat 2024. Brad Olsen, Infometrics Chief Economist, told Ryan Bridge that while 7% is a little bit higher than what most expect at the moment, everything is quite uncertain. He said that we’ve got a little bit to get through in 2024 be…
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Rob Mallinson: Head of Solid Bioenergy Group on its potential in aiding the energy crisis
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There’s another option that could help us fill the gaps in the energy crisis: solid biofuel. It makes use of forestry slash, burning it to generate heat and electricity as a cheaper alternative to gas. New Zealand exports around 20 million tonnes of wood per year, and we would only need to divert around 30% of those export logs to decarbonise every…
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Chris Cahill: Police Association President on the ruling around seizing gang assets
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There’s pressure from the Police union to speed up the process to seize gang assets. In a major win for authorities, the High Court released a decision yesterday ruling the Head Hunters must forfeit $15 million in assets, including its Mount Wellington gang pad. It follows a decade of investigation and court processes. Police Association President …
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Ryan Bridge: Filming seems to be the new word of mouth
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Awful for the family to see – this is the people who were filming that tragic fatal accident on the southern motorway. The news media will cover it, they will film it go out to a story. They will film if the bodies in the accident, they will film the accident aftermath, but they would not show it to the audience. Here we have social media, everyone…
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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 28th of August, a win for police in the gang crackdown. A court has ruled they can take assets and property from the Head Hunters worth almost $15 million. Police Association President Chris Cahill speaks to Ryan about what the decision means. Could solid biofuels be an alternati…
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Lesley Yeomans: Australian Correspondent on workers now having the right to refuse unreasonable contact outside of work hours
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Workers in Australia can now legally refuse unreasonable contact from their employers outside of work hours. A legislated right to disconnect has come into effect and is expected to majorly reduce the number of unpaid work hours. The law change offers some flexibility around the employee's role and responsibilities, the nature of the contact, and h…
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John Carnegie: Energy Resources Aotearoa CEO on the need for bipartisan support for oil and gas reforms
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The energy sector is questioning how long new reform will really last. Cabinet has agreed to cut regulation stopping New Zealand bringing in foreign Liquefied Natural Gas in efforts to boost energy supply and ease power bills. Energy Resources Aotearoa is urging Labour to support the changes. Chief Executive John Carnegie told Ryan Bridge the chang…
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Ralph Sims: Massey University Professor of Sustainable Energy on the need for oil and gas exploration in New Zealand
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An energy expert is confident New Zealand can do without oil and gas exploration. Cabinet has agreed to cut regulation stopping New Zealand bringing in foreign Liquefied Natural Gas in efforts to boost energy supply and ease power bills. Labour Leader Chris Hipkins is refusing to support the move, despite urges from the Prime Minister. Massey Unive…
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Alastair Espie: Employment Lawyer on the ruling around Uber drivers
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A ruling against Uber is likely to benefit all drivers. The Court of Appeal has ruled that four Uber workers were employees not contractors. It means they will have access to certain entitlements like minimum wage and sick days. Uber's appealing the decision, claiming it will create greater confusion for those on contract work. Employment lawyer Al…
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Ryan Bridge: Energy Crisis - Where are Labour in all of this?
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Hundreds of decent hard working Kiwi provincial Union jobs are hanging in the balance today. Electricity spot prices peaking at $1000 per megawatt hour in the last couple of weeks. Power companies, they are basically cancelling deals for Kiwis to heat their homes this winter, and businesses are literally shuttering operations, rationing power, prod…
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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Tuesday the 27th of August, big changes for our energy sector - a new LNG terminal will be built for importing gas and extended resource consent periods will be introduced for renewable electricity. Ryan speaks to Massey University professor Ralph Sims and John Carnegie from Energy Resourc…
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Ryan Bridge: Fast Track Approvals Bill: this is not fast food anymore people, it's like a long lunch for infrastructure construction
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The fast track approvals bill, it's been in the news in the last couple of days. Fast track - I was thinking fast food, like drive through, how quickly we can get infrastructure done in this country. Something we haven't been able to do very well for a very long time. Like you would drive into the McDonald's or whatever it is to get your speedy inf…
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Josie Vidal: On the mining industry wanting the latest changes made to the Fast Track Bill to be its last
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The mining industry wants the latest changes made to the Fast Track Bill, to be its last. Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop yesterday announced Cabinet will recommend changes to the proposed law, to the Environment Select Committee. It includes changing who has the final say - from ministers to an independent panel. Minerals industry association…
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Leon Goldsmith: On Israel and Hezbollah signalling an escalation in hostilities
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Israel and Hezbollah have exchanged fire - signalling an escalation in hostilities. Israel says it pre-emptively destroyed thousands of rocket launchers across Southern Lebanon. Meanwhile, Hezbollah says it fired 320 rockets and drones at Israel - in the first phase of a retaliatory attack for the killing of its leaders. Otago University Middle Eas…
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Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast: 26 August 2024
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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Monday the 26th of August. Changes have been made to the fast track approvals bill - what does it mean for our mining sector. Straterra's Josie Vidal speaks to Ryan. Israel and Hezbollah have traded strikes in the Middle East. Otago University Expert Dr Leon Goldsmith joins the show. Team …
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Surviving Covert Narcissistic Abuse with Author Mia J. Hanks
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In this compelling episode, we welcome Mia J. Hanks, author of the powerful memoir "Bride-Made." Mia joins us on "Tell Us a Story" to share her harrowing experience of surviving nearly 30 years of covert narcissistic abuse. Her memoir serves as both a personal narrative and a guide for victims seeking to break free from the cycle of abuse. Tune in …
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Tony Johnson: Rugby Commentator on the departure of Leon MacDonald from the All Blacks coaching staff
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The rugby world is reeling from Leon MacDonald’s abrupt departure from his role as assistant coach of the All Blacks. NZ Rugby announced the news yesterday, Scott Robertson telling the media that their coaching techniques didn’t quite click. Rugby Commentator Tony Johnson told Ryan Bridge that there’s a couple of schools of thought surrounding the …
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Mark Hooper: Federated Farmers resource management spokesperson on the newly announced reforms to the Resource Management Act
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There’s relief over imminent changes to resource management rules on private farmland. The Government has announced a second amendment to the Resource Management Act, which will set new national directions for areas such as infrastructure, energy, and farming. Federated Farmers resource management spokesperson Mark Hooper told Ryan Bridge this chan…
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Vincent McAviney: Europe Correspondent on Andrew Tate's further house arrest following new allegations
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Controversial influencer Andrew Tate's under house arrest following damming new allegations. Tate and his brother are being investigated by Romanian authorities for allegations including sex with a minor and trafficking underage persons. One of the 35 alleged victims is as young as 15 years old. UK Correspondent Vincent McAviney told Ryan Bridge th…
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Simon Marks: FSN Correspondent on the report that Former Democrat Robert F Kennedy Jr. will endorse Donald Trump
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A curve ball has been thrown for Kamala Harris as she's about to accept her presidential nomination. US media is reporting the independent, and former Democrat, Robert F Kennedy Junior is planning to pull out of the race and endorse Republication nominee Donald Trump. It coincides with the final day of the Democratic National Convention, where Harr…
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Resource and Associate Energy Minister Shane Jones has given quite a fiery speech in the House taking aim at the Greens over Labour's oil and gas ban, calling out their opposition to using Kiwi coal. "We can power up New Zealand by using our domestic coal resources. But that party would rather see New Zealanders thrown on the unemployment scrap hea…
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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Friday the 23rd of August, All Blacks assistant coach Leon MacDonald has left the team a week before they head to South Africa - what does it mean for the team? Ruby commentator Tony Johnson talks to Ryan. It's the final day of the Democratic National Convention where Kamala Harris will fo…
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Matt Cowley: Local Government Business Forum Chair ahead of the second day of the Local Government New Zealand conference
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Anticipation is building over Government announcements at the second day of the Local Government New Zealand conference in Wellington today. It comes after Prime Minister Christopher Luxon ruffled feathers yesterday with an address telling councils to cut back on wasteful spending. Local Government Minister Simeon Brown is expected to speak to the …
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John Harbord: Major Electricity Users' Group Chair on the possibility of using more water from hydro lakes to generate power
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Transpower will today decide whether it'll take the next big step in combatting the current power shortage. Spiking electricity prices have forced Winstone's central North Island pulp and sawmills to propose closing, with more than 200 jobs on the line. Transpower will make a decision on if generators can take more water from the hydro lakes - crea…
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Kelly Seaburg: New Shoots Children's Centre director on the concerns over pre-school children's literacy skills
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There are concerns over the impact of Covid-19 on children's spoken language skills. The Education Review Office research shows more than two-thirds of parents report their child had language difficulties before they started school last year. It found a similar number of teachers blame the lockdown period for its impact. New Shoots Children's Centr…
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Ryan Bridge: Luxon's broadside to local governments should be telling him that he's on the right track
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The reactions overnight to Luxon's broadside to the mayors and the local councils in Wellington yesterday should be telling him that he's pretty much on the right track. He got stuck in overspending on dumb stuff, his words, like convention centres, at the expense of basic stuff like leaky pipes. "I think the building that we're in today is a class…
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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Thursday 22nd August 2024, Local Council leaders have been told by the Prime Minister to reign in their own spending before asking central government for more money. Local Business Forum Chair Matt Cowley speaks to Ryan about what local economies need. The Education Review Office has found…
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Gavin Grey: UK Correspondent on the continuing rescue efforts for the sunken superyacht near Sicily
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Rescuers are still racing to find survivors from the sunken superyacht near Sicily. The yacht's Kiwi captain James Catfield has survived, along with Christchurch lawyer Ayla Ronald and her partner. But correspondent Gavin Grey told Ryan Bridge others are still believed to be trapped in the boat's hull. Among them are Ronald's colleague Christopher …
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Brigitte Morten: Political Commentator on Darleen Tana refusing to resign, the Green Party proposing the Waka Jumping legislation to it's members
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There could be a battle brewing between Green Party MPs and grass root party members. Independent MP Darleen Tana has written a letter to the Greens which says they will vote with the party, which will mean proportionality stays the same. The Green Party leadership will take the proposition to use the Waka Jumping legislation to the wider party mem…
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David Tripe: Massey University Banking Expert on the Commerce Commission's report into the New Zealand banking sector
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There's a belief the Government could make part of Kiwibank public-owned. The Commerce Commission's market study shows there's little competition between the big four banks, and they take high profits by international standards. It recommends giving Kiwibank access to more capital to better compete and become a disruptor. Massey University's bankin…
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Ryan Bridge: The Treaty Principles Bill is dead in the water
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David Seymour, you might have seen him on the news last night or in the Herald yesterday, basically calling Christopher Luxon and the government undemocratic for refusing to support this Treaty Principles Bill passed the first reading when it gets to select committee. This is what he said on the news last night. "Well, I think it is disrespectful a…
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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 21st August 2024. How can Kiwibank become a better competitor for the big Aussie Banks? Banking expert David Tripe takes us through the options. AA has found our learner driver licensing system is much more relaxed than Australia's - what improvements can we make to keep young dr…
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Viv Beck: Heart of the City CEO on the drop in retail crime in the Auckland CBD
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A coordinated response between the Police and Auckland Council is being credited for a steep drop in retail crime in the CBD. The number of thefts and burglaries has fallen 50% since January last year. Heart of the City Chief Executive Viv Beck says while some haven't seen it yet, there's been a noticeable decrease. She told Ryan Bridge the next st…
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Mark Quin: Ambulance Association Division Chairman on the impact of the St John ambulance labour strike
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Christchurch Hato Hone St John ambulance workers are kicking off a day of nationwide rallies following pay negotiation breakdowns. More than two and a half thousand officers are taking part in staggered four-hour withdrawals of labour until 4am tomorrow. Christchurch staff will march from 8am. Ambulance Association Division Chairman Mark Quin told …
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Simon Marks: FSN Correspondent on what's set to happen at the Democratic National Convention, Kamala Harris leads in Fox News poll
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US President Joe Biden's expected to dominate the first day of the Democratic National Convention. It starts in Chicago today and is where Vice President Kamala Harris and her running mate Governor Tim Walz will accept their presidential and vice presidential nominations. Biden's expected to give an address and make a symbolic handover to Harris. F…
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Ryan Bridge: Are we being too safe with our comedy?
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Ever wondered what the funniest joke in the world is? Well, I can tell you because the Edinburgh Fringe Festival has declared the funniest joke. It's a ship gag, a gag about a ship, as in like a vessel that goes in the ocean. To be honest, it's not that funny and maybe I'm just getting older and mingy about life. I don't know, maybe I don't find th…
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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 20th August 2024, it's day one of the Democratic National Convention. We cross live to Chicago to get an insight into what’s going down. Crime numbers are down in our biggest city, but are businesses on the ground actually seeing any difference? Heart of the City's Viv Beck speaks …
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Nick Tuffley: Economic pressure and inflation showing signs of easing
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ASB's quarterly report reveals economic pressure and inflation showing signs of easing. We're seeing early signs of a turnaround for the economy... ASB's quarterly forecast shows signs inflation will fall below 3% over the second half of this year and remain well contained beyond 2024. They're also expecting GDP to remain flat-to-down over the rest…
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Ryan Bridge: The problem of labelling in the media
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Outrage at the weekend over the Human Rights Commission. The Chief Human Rights Commissioner has been announced as Dr Steven Rainbow and he was once accused of being transphobic or anti trans. And it's one of those terms that can quickly change the tone or the perception of an article that you're reading. I remember this from the university college…
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