Best Recap Revision Podcasts (2024)

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Donna Demaio: Australia Correspondent on the curfew being implemented in Alice Springs 2:52

18m ago2:52

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Alice Springs is under another curfew. Australia’s Northern Territory Police Commissioner has declared another curfew, lasting three nights, following a string of violent incidents in the outback town. Australia Correspondent Donna Demaio told Ryan Bridge that this time the curfew applies to both children and adults, unlike the one in March that on…

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Sally King: NZ Medical Cannabis Council Director on the changes to the export rules 3:28

42m ago3:28

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The changes to New Zealand’s medical cannabis export regulations are being called a ‘game changer’. Exports will now only have to meet the standards of the importing jurisdiction, rather than New Zealand’s standards. It will also streamline the licensing process for growers, and update testing and laboratory requirements. Sally King, Director of th…

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Irene King: Aviation Expert on Boeing pleading guilty to defrauding regulators 3:58

22m ago3:58

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An aviation expert says Boeing's management would be in jail if it were subject to New Zealand law. The company's agreed to a guilty plea around defrauding American regulators. It could pay up to half-a-billion US dollars to avoid prosecution. The lawsuit relates to two Boeing 737 Max jets that crashed in Indonesia in 2018 —and Ethiopia the year la…

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Brigitte Morton: Political Commentator on the Darleen Tana investigation and the Green's response 4:13

13m ago4:13

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Darlene Tana doesn't think natural justice has been followed. The Green Party's requested the MP resign from Parliament after receiving the investigation into alleged migrant exploitation at her husband's business. Tana's been suspended on full pay for 115-days, earning over $40 thousand in that time. The former Green MP doesn't accept the findings…

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Ryan Bridge: Why was Darleen Tana asked to resign when Julie Anne Genter wasn't? 2:06

9m ago2:06

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Question: how do the greens save money on marketing photoshoot costs for the next election? Answer: just use their candidates' mugshots. Now that's obviously a joke... they're not all criminals. But there were a few criminally absurd things that happened during yesterday's press conference about Darleen Tana. Chloe got a bit grumpy when a reporter …

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Full Show Podcast: 9 July 2024 34:25

2h ago34:25

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 9th July. The Darleen Tana report is out and the Greens have called for her to resign from Parliament, but will she actually leave? Boeing pleads guilty to criminal fraud after the US Justice Department found they violated a settlement agreement following two fatal crashes. Ryan sp…

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Dom Kalasih: Fast tracked roads may be tolled 3:15

28m ago3:15

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It's looking more likely the fast tracked roads of national significance will be tolled. Construction will begin in the next three years, but exact time frames and costs are not yet known, sparking fears from freight and transport companies. Transporting NZ Interim Chief Executive Dom Kalasih joins Ryan Bridge on Early Edition to discuss. LISTEN AB…

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Gavin Grey: French, UK elections 2:25

22h ago2:25

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The second round of voting has begun in the French election, just a week after the far right National Rally Party won a third of votes. Cabinet in the UK is meeting for the first time since Labour won the election. French cyclist Julien Bernard is being fined for kissing his wife during a Tour de France time trial. UK and Europe correspondent Gavin…

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Gareth Kiernan: Grocery prices up last month 3:14

10m ago3:14

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New data from Infometrics and Foodstuffs show costs from suppliers to supermarkets rose by 2.7% in June. Costs were up in all departments compared to last year, with around 2,000 items up in price from May to June. Infometrics Chief Forecaster Gareth Kiernan joins Ryan Bridge to discuss why. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info…

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Full Show Podcast: 8 July 2024 34:28

1h ago34:28

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Monday 8th of July, Newstalk ZB welcomes Ryan for his first programme. It's looking likely the government will toll the new Roads of National Significance - Ryan found out that's something the freight industry supports. Infometrics Chief Forecaster Gareth Kiernan speaks to the costs from s…

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Revisiting the 67th Academy Awards (1994) with 1001by1 2:53:08

7h ago2:53:08

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On The Revisionist's Almanac, Andrew and rotating guests dive deep into the Oscars to see which winners have stood the test of time, and which haven't. Andrew is heading back to 1994 for the 67th Academy Awards, and he's bringing the entire 1001by1 Podcast trio of Adam St. John, Britt Reinholz-Hobson, and Joey Rogate with him to debate Forrest Gump…

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Mark Phillips: Crimson Global Academy Principal on screen time in educational settings 3:29

5h ago3:29

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The principal of an online high school is broadening the conversation about children's screen time. In an article in today's Medical Journal a group of experts calls for breaks, the use of blinking exercises, more hearing and visions tests for children, and more research on the dangers of screens. But Mark Phillips, Principal of online high school …

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Elliott Smith: ZB's Rugby Commentator on All Blacks v England Test 3:49

8h ago3:49

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Dunedin is abuzz ahead of the first All Blacks test of the 2024 season. They take on England at Forsyth Barr Stadium tomorrow night - and it's Scott Robertson's first match in charge. His first side includes Stephen Perofeta ahead of Beauden Barrett at fullback and Samipeni Finau edging Ethan Blackadder for the number six jersey. Newstalk ZB's Rugb…

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Vincent McAviney: UK Correspondent on election day and impending loss for the Conservative Party 5:46

9h ago5:46

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Britain's Conservative Party is bracing for a huge loss, with only a few hours to go till polling booths close. Keir Starmer's Labour is expected to close a 14 year chapter of Tory rule. Projections expect them to have up to 431 MPs out of 650, with the Tories plummet to 102 MPs. UK Correspondent Vincent McAviney told Mike Hosking the Liberal Democ…

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Kieran McAnulty: Labour's Housing Spokesperson on the Government's plans to revise the housing development regulations 2:04

1d ago2:04

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The Labour Party says building more houses requires support from all sides. Housing Minister Chris Bishop will today announce the plan to flood the largest cities with land for housing development. Councils won't be able to set fixed rural-urban boundaries or mandate minimum floor area and balconies. Instead, the market will decide. Labour Housing …

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Bernie Smith: Former CEO of Monte Cecilia Housing Trust on the overhaul to Kainga Ora's leadership 2:10

1d ago2:10

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A housing expert is backing the move to overhaul Kainga Ora leadership. The Housing Minister's announced a refreshed board and new expectations to reduce operating losses. It follows a review by former Prime Minister Bill English saying the ministry's been financially unsustainable. Former CEO of Monte Cecilia Housing Trust Bernie Smith says privat…

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Katherine Firkin: US Correspondent on the mood in the Democrats after the Biden-Trump debate 3:01

1d ago3:01

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American President Joe Biden continues to face pressure from his own party. A new Reuters Ipsos poll shows Biden and former president Donald Trump neck and neck on 40% support among registered voters. Biden's recent debate performance against Trump has prompted calls for him to step aside. US Correspondent Katherine Firkin told Mike Hosking there h…

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Mark Potter: NZEI President on the introduction of standardised testing for primary school students 4:11

1d ago4:11

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The primary teachers union says the Government's new school tests won't make a difference. The Government's introducing phonics checks done after 20 weeks of schooling and repeated at 40 weeks. Progression monitoring on reading, writing, and maths will also be introduced for children in Years 3 through 8, and done twice a year. NZEI president Mark …

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E42: AMA, Grants Pass Decision, and an Imposter Initiative 1:06:34

21h ago1:06:34

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Assemblyman Josh Hoover is joined by his team to discuss the fate of a bill to give unemployment insurance benefits to striking workers, the passage of PAGA reform, the Grants Pass Supreme Court ruling, the Governor’s last minute Hail Mary on retail theft, and an “ask me anything” segment answering questions from constituents. Host: Assemblyman Jos…

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Gavin Grey: UK Correspondent on Lucy Letby being found guilty of attempted murder of another infant 3:20

2d ago3:20

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Former UK nurse Lucy Letby has been found guilty of trying to murder another newborn baby. It adds to convictions last year that made her the United Kingdom's most prolific serial killer of modern times. The 34-year-old was found guilty last August of murdering seven babies and trying to kill six more while working at a Chester Hospital. She went o…

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Catherine Law: Avonside Girls High Principal on the dropping number of holidays being taken during the school term 3:32

2d ago3:32

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A principal says the number of students going on holidays during the school term has dropped. Flight Centre data shows a 30% reduction in family bookings during the school term compared to last year. But the bookings during winter school holidays are up 10%. General Manager Heidi Walker says it's likely due to the Government's focus on truancy. Avo…

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Duncan Greive: Spinoff Founder on the potential impact of the changes to the Fair Digital News Bargaining Bill 2:52

2d ago2:52

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A media commentator says a Bill to make tech platforms pay for news has a decent shot at bringing change. The Government's progressing an amended version of the Fair Digital News Bargaining Bill to make digital platforms like Facebook pay for using news content. National and NZ First are supporting it, while ACT's invoking its right to 'agree to di…

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Mark Hooper: Federated Farmers RMA Reform Spokesperson says the Government needs to pick up the pace on RMA reforms 2:30

2d ago2:30

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Federated Farmers is urging the Government to pick up the pace with replacing the RMA system. The percentage of applications processed within statutory time frames is falling, from 89% in 2020-2021, to a record low of 76% the next year. Federated Farmers RMA reform spokesperson Mark Hooper told Mike Hosking that the Government is taking it seriousl…

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Donna Demaio: Australia Correspondent on the cyberattacks on Australia's big four banks 2:39

3d ago2:39

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Australia’s big four banks have been hit with a raft of cyber-attacks. The systems of NAB, CommBank, ANZ, and Westpac were being hit every minute of every day, leaving customers increasingly vulnerable to scams. The attackers were trying to gain access to the banks’ computer systems, deny services to customers, use malicious code, or breach securit…

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Keith McLaughlin: Centrix Managing Director on the rising number of liquidations 3:51

3d ago3:51

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The number of liquidations is starting to rise as small and medium-sized businesses are suffering from a lack of sales. Businesses are seeing a lack of overall sales, with some people putting off big purchases. More people are paying their phone bills and mortgages on time in the month, but late payments are up year-on-year. Centrix Managing Direct…

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Alone (or am I?) in the Pod Cave - Q2 Top 10 Movies & The Most Anticipated Movies of Q3 3:29:31

3d ago3:29:31

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In addition to the normal monthly Almanac episodes, I will be providing a new quarterly episode where I give you my current top ten films of the year, as well as my ten most anticipated films of the next quarter. And for this very special episode, I posted on social media asking if any friends and listeners of the show would want to contribute with…

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Mark Mitchell: Police Minister on the Government's quarter 3 plans for law and order 4:26

3d ago4:26

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The Police Minister says he's starting to see change when it comes to crime, but there's a long way to go. The Government's committed to passing four pieces of law and order legislation in the next quarter. It includes allowing police to ban gang patches, confiscate firearms, more efficiency in the courts, and more rehabilitation for on-remand pris…

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Chris Cahill: Police Association President on the Government's commitments to law and order in the next quarter 3:35

3d ago3:35

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The Government's committed to passing four pieces of law and order legislation in the next quarter. It includes enabling police to ban gang patches and confiscate firearms. They'll also improve efficiency in the courts system and increase access to rehabilitation for on-remand prisoners. Police Association president Chris Cahill told Mike Hosking t…

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And the Winners are...2005 Revised Oscars 11:45

3d ago11:45

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I took a deep dive into 2005, along with special guest, Tom Duncan of The Greatest Movie of All-Time Podcast, and after the episode we turned the voting over to you, the people! Five of the six categories (Picture, Director, Lead Actress, and Supporting Actor/Actress) went to our social media polls, as we were only able to unanimously agree with on…

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Alone in the Pod Cave - June 2024 Recap 23:48

4d ago23:48

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In addition to the normal monthly Almanac episodes, I will be providing a new series where I give a recap of everything I watched over the last month, provide my thoughts, give my recommendations, and rate the films. So, what did I watch in June 2024 that I felt was worth mentioning? Check out the episode and let me know your thoughts. Do you agree…

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Shaun Robinson: Mental Health exec on new govt targets 3:33

4d ago3:33

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The government has announced a goal of between 80 and 90% of people seeking specialist and primary services getting that help faster. Shaun Robinson, Mental Health Foundation Chief Executive, says more is needed. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Gavin Grey: France, UK set to hit the polls this week 2:48

8d ago2:48

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France is going to the polls today, with early voting hinting at a change of Presidency. UK politicians are doing their final push for votes ahead of Thursday's election. UK and Europe correspondent Gavin Grey has all the latest. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Andrew Alderson: Formula 1, T20, and more from the weekend 3:49

4d ago3:49

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From Lando Norris and McLaren to the T20 Cup, Andrew Alderson brings you all the sporting updates from over the weekend. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Amber Athey: The Spectator Editor on the Presidential debate 4:27

4d ago4:27

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U.S. President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump went head to head in Atlanta last week in the first Presidential debate of this campaign cycle. The debate was not a good look for the Democrat side, with calls for Biden to stand down as their nominee. The Spectator's Washington Editor Amber Athey told Mike Hosking it was a result many wer…

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Amber Athey: Spectator's Washington Editor on the upcoming debate between Joe Biden and Donald Trump 4:17

8d ago4:17

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Joe Biden and Donald Trump go live in Atlanta tomorrow afternoon, New Zealand time. The televised US election debate is the earliest in the campaign since 1960, with Americans going to the polls in just over four months. It's the third time the US President and the former President will go head to head after two heated encounters in 2020. The Spect…

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Katherine Firkin: US Correspondent says Boeing's astronauts are likely to remain stuck in space into July 2:59

8d ago2:59

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Two astronauts are likely to remain stuck in space into July. Barry Wilmore and Sunita Williams were supposed to return on the Boeing Starliner about two weeks ago after an eight day stint in space. US Correspondent Katherine Firkin told Mike Hosking that there have been several issues including malfunctioning thrusters and helium leaks. She says w…

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Floyd du Plessis: Corrections Association President on the lack of capacity in the face of the Government's sentencing law reforms 3:23

8d ago3:23

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There’s uncertainty over whether Corrections has capacity, with more prisoners on the way. The Government's sentencing law reforms will mean longer sentences and up to 1700 more inmates every year. Corrections Association's Floyd du Plessis says the prisons are currently full, and while there are more beds in theory, they aren't adequately staffed …

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Ben Green: Gisborne Civil Defence and Emergency Management Group Manager on the aftermath of this week's severe weather 2:22

8d ago2:22

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A Gisborne Civil Defence manager says they're now dealing with the clean up from this week's severe weather. States of emergency in the Wairoa District and Hastings Heretaunga Ward remain in place. Roads were closed and people evacuated after heavy rain lashed the Hawke's Bay and Gisborne regions yesterday. Wairoa District Council says 400 properti…

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E41: Breaking Down the PAGA Deal 28:03

8d ago28:03

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Assemblyman Josh Hoover is joined by Ashley Hoffman, Senior Policy Advocate on Labor and Employment at the California Chamber of Commerce (CalChamber), to discuss the legislative agreement reached to reform the Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) and provide long-awaited relief to California businesses. Host: Assemblyman Josh Hoover Cohost: Ashley…

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Jason Walls: Political Editor on Winston Peters invoking the Agree to Disagree clause 2:51

9d ago2:51

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New Zealand First has invoked the Agree-to-Disagree Coalition clause. Winston Peters says his Party doesn't support the Government continuing the Covid Commission of Inquiry in its current form. The clause is nestled within New Zealand First's Governance agreement with National, allowing Peters and his MPs to speak publicly about a Cabinet decision…

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Gavin Grey: UK Correspondent on the gambling scandals in the lead up to the election 3:10

9d ago3:10

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A gambling scandal is causing a rocky run up to next week's UK election. Six police officers, including a member of Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's protection team, are in hot water after allegedly placing bets on the election date. UK correspondent Gavin Grey told Mike Hosking that it's an extraordinary saga, with two Conservative MPs now suspended a…

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Mark Smith: ASB Senior Economist on the spike in global shipping prices 3:05

11d ago3:05

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There’s hopes a spike in global shipping prices won't stay around for long. Conflict in the Red Sea has caused shipping costs to jump three times higher than the rates seen at end of last year. But, ASB Senior economist Mark Smith told Mike Hosking, the impact on inflation will depend on how long prices remain high. He says the prices have spiked q…

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Seth Stern: Freedom of the Press Director of Advocacy on the precedent set by the Julian Assange trial 4:04

9d ago4:04

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The latest in the Julian Assange saga is being coined a dark day in American history and press freedom. The Wikileaks founder is set to plead guilty to violating US espionage law and will be sentenced to 62 months of time already served before going free. Freedom of the Press' Director of Advocacy Seth Stern told Mike Hosking that it's a case that …

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Donna Demaio: Australia Correspondent on the changes to Australia's vape ban 2:28

10d ago2:28

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Australia is taking a firm stance on vaping. The sale of vapes will be restricted to pharmacies from next week, as the Greens agree to pass a proposed ban. However, the Government has agreed to water down restrictions that would have required adults to obtain a prescription. Australia Correspondent Donna Demaio told Mike Hosking that this has spark…

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Tony Johnson: Rugby Commentator on the naming of Scott Robertson's All Blacks squad 4:34

10d ago4:34

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Scott Robertson’s All Blacks squad has been announced, with Scott Barrett taking the captaincy. He’s taking over the duties from Sam Cane, with Ardie Savea and Jordie Barrett sharing the vice-captaincy. Rugby Commentator Tony Johnson told Mike Hosking that he doubts there’ll be any drastic changes right off the bat. He said that if they’re going to…

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Rachel Hart: Cancer Society CEO on the uncertainty in the timeline surrounding cancer drug funding 3:55

10d ago3:55

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The Cancer Society says yesterday was a momentous day but there's still a bit of uncertainty around Pharmac's funding boost. The Government's committed $604 million, taken in advance from next year's Budget. It will cover the funding for 54 new medicines, including 26 cancer treatments. Cancer Society chief executive Rachael Hart told Mike Hosking …

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Mark Mitchell: Police Minister on increasing police officers on the beat 4:31

11d ago4:31

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Auckland will soon have Police on the beat 24/7. Community Beat Teams will be based in major centres, with 63 officers in Auckland, 17 in Wellington and 10 in Christchurch. It's the Police and Government's newest plan to crackdown on crime rates. Police Minister Mark Mitchell told Mike Hosking “We want to make sure that we have a safe city – not on…

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Gavin Grey: UK Correspondent on the King reportedly not going to visit New Zealand 2:12

11d ago2:12

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King Charles will likely skip New Zealand during his upcoming tour to the South Pacific. According to The Mirror, he and Queen Camilla are set to visit Australia and Samoa - but have dropped New Zealand. The visit was never officially announced - just rumoured to be on the agenda. UK Correspondent Gavin Grey told Mike Hosking “His Majesty is said t…

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Mike Hosking: Delivery and confidence - that's what we want from governments 1:59

11d ago1:59

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I think we got enough out of Nicola Willis on the programme Friday to know that today, cabinet’s gonna sign off this money for Pharmac to solve the cancer problem. The big outworking of this is - I hope they've learned their lesson. This government has a couple of problems. The biggest one is the mess they inherited. We are going to spend at least …

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Andrew Alderson: ZB Sports Anchor gives a Super Rugby finals recap 4:47

11d ago4:47

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The Blues dominated the Chiefs on Saturday night to take the 2024 Super Rugby title at Eden Park - beating the visitors 41-10. Caleb Clarke scored a hattrick as Akira Ioane and AJ Lam got a try each. It's the first time they've won the competition in more than two decades. Newstalk ZB Sports Anchor, Andrew Alderson, told Mike Hosking “I thought it …

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