Best Wayne Thompson Podcasts (2024)

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The Country Full Show: Wednesday, July 31, 2024 38:26

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Jamie Mackey talks to Christopher Luxon, Dick Tayler, Sir Don McKinnon, and Jeremy Rookes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By NZME

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The Country 31/07/24: Christopher Luxon talks to Jamie Mackay 8:17

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The PM ponders a new Dame, tax cuts coming in to force today, a health system in crisis with 14 layers of management, farmer confidence at rock bottom, and a move to Premier House. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By NZME

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The Country 31/07/24: Dick Tayler talks to Jamie Mackay 6:38

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With the Paris Olympics in full swing, we go back in time 52 years to talk to Kiwi athletic legend, to reflect on one of the most tragic and shameful events in Olympic sporting history - the 1972 Munich Massacre. We look forward to some great performances on the track from Kiwi athletes, many with rural backgrounds. And we reminisce on paying tribu…

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The Country 31/07/24: Sir Don McKinnon talks to Jamie Mackay 8:45

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Is a former Deputy PM, Foreign Minister and Secretary-General of the Commonwealth of Nations. Today he encourages Kiwis in France to make the pilgrimage NZ Liberation Museum on the Western Front. Plus, just back from a state funeral in Vietnam, we talk about the growing and dynamic economies of South East Asia and why they're so important as China …

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The Country 31/07/24: Jeremy Rookes talks to Jamie Mackay 3:19

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Our resident Canterbury-based, lifestyle/hobby farmer shares his memory of an evening with Pinetree Meads, plus he has a rant about climate change and weather forecasters. We also look at the ongoing dry in North Canterbury. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By NZME

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REX July 31st - Ag Journo Sandra Taylor from the Paris Olympics, Simon Millar from Pure Advantage, Rochelle Flint from Bremworth and Wayne Rewi from Rangiora Bakery 58:57

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On today's podcast, Dom talks with renowned agricultural journalist Sandra Taylor who's in Paris for the Olympics about her nephew Ben Taylor, who's part of the NZ rowing team, swimming in the Seine and croissants... He talks with Simon Millar, Executive Director with Pure Advantage, about its origins, purpose and vision for NZ's future... He talks…

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The John Kobylt Show Hour 1 (07/30) - John is back! 34:08

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John is back and he missed A LOT! John recaps how he didn't see any of the homelessness, crime or general filth you would normally see in LA and California while he was on vacation out of the country. Jay O'Brien comes on the show to talk about the fiery testimony from acting Secret Service Director Ronald Rowe Jr. on Capitol Hill today. See omnyst…

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The John Kobylt Show Hour 2 (07/30) - Fiery Testimony on Capitol Hill 33:10

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Acting Secret Service Director Ronald Rowe Jr. and Senator Josh Hawley from Missouri had a tense exchange over the ramifications of the aftermath of the assassination attempt on former Pres. Donald Trump's life. More on the stains on Kamala Harris' record. A 17 year old in Nebraska intentionally derailed a cargo train as a prank for social media. S…

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The John Kobylt Show Hour 3 (07/30) - Dirty River 30:11

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Antonio Villaraigosa has announced he is running for governor. Newsom signed an executive order to remove all homeless encampments in the state. French officials spent over a billion dollars to clean the Seine River only for the rain before the Olympics started to raise bacteria levels where athletes cannot swim in it yet. A 14th home in Encino has…

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The Country Full Show: Tuesday, July 30, 2024 38:24

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Jamie Mackay talks to Todd McClay, Michael Every, Dr Jacquline Rowarth, and Miles Anderson. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By NZME

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The Country 30/07/24: Todd McClay talks to Jamie Mackay 6:37

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We catch up with the Minister of Agriculture and Trade as he catches his breath after recent trade trips around the globe including the G7 in Italy, the UAE and India. We also ask why, if the Nats are such a farmer-friendly government, why are farmers are so down in the dumps? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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The Country 30/07/24: Michael Every talks to Jamie Mackay 4:26

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Part 1: Rabobank's Singapore-based Global Strategist, and The Country's favourite Alarmist, comments on perilous state of the world's economy and why he's so wary of dropping interest rates before inflation is totally under control. And guess who he's calling a Marxist? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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The Country 30/07/24: Michael Every talks to Jamie Mackay 7:00

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Part 2: We also look at the state of the US and Chinese economies and whether the world trade is moving from globalisation to protectionism. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By NZME

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The Country 30/07/24: Dr Jacqueline Rowarth talks to Jamie Mackay 4:57

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One of the primary sector's leading academics talks plantain in pastures, why doubling the value of exports within 10 years is not achievable without agriculture, and why she's now decided to put her name forward for the Board of Dairy NZ. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By NZME

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The Country 30/07/24: Miles Andrson talks to Jamie Mackay 3:51

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The Waitaki MP pays tribute to his late brother - David Anderson - the former editor of Rural News and one of the great characters in the rural media. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By NZME

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Phil Shuman fills in for The John Kobylt Show Hour 1 (07/29) - Race Tightening Up 31:16

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Phil Shuman fills in for John Kobylt. There was an earthquake in Barstow and more on the Veepstakes. Controversies and safety concerns from the Olympics. The race for President of the United States is tightening. Zohreen Shah comes on the show to talk about Biden's proposal for "Supreme Court reform". See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa…

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REX July 30th - Roger Green from Maxwell Rodgers Fabrics, DINZO CEO Rhys Griffiths, Scott Rome from Waifield Farm and Stand Rivett from Netspeed 50:01

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On today's podcast, Dom talks with Roger Green, owner of Maxwell Rodgers Fabrics, about having its wool throws featured in one of the world's leading interior magazines, his legacy with wool and the future of the industry... He talks with newly appointed Deer Industry NZ CEO Rhys Griffiths about his background, the opportunities for NZ deer velvet …

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Phil Shuman fills in for The John Kobylt Show Hour 2 (07/29) - Gas Shut Off 37:18

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Phil Shuman fills in for John Kobylt. Have you seen Deadpool & Wolverine? Larry Slade comes on the show to talk about Newsom's executive order regarding homeless encampments. Apple says that the new Apple Intelligence won't be ready for the iOS 18 rollout. Kris Adler comes on the show to talk about SoCal Gas shutting off natural gas service to over…

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Phil Shuman fills in for The John Kobylt Show Hour 3 (07/29) - Doubling Down 32:22

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Phil Shuman fills in for John Kobylt. Elon Musk is in the news because he reposted a parody of a Kamala Harris ad without labeling it as misleading, a direct violation of X's terms and conditions. Air Canada had to cancel a flight because a flight attendant had a meltdown. JD Vance doubles down on his "childless cat ladies" statement. See omnystudi…

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The Country Full Show: Monday, July 29, 2024 38:09

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Jamie Mackay talks to Wayne Langford, David Seymour, Phil Duncan, Karen Morrish, and Dave Courtney. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By NZME

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The Country 29/07/24: Wayne Langford talks to Jamie Mackay 7:32

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The President of Federated Farmers says farm confidence has fallen since the start of the year, with debt, interest rates and banks causing the greatest concern to Kiwi farmers. Federated Farmers’ latest Farm Confidence survey of 1400 dairy, sheep, beef and arable farmers shows confidence remains stuck in historically low territory. See omnystudio.…

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The Country 29/07/24: David Seymour talks to Jamie Mackay 6:28

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The Act Party leader climbs into the wokeness that is currently polluting our waterways policy plus we talk about not taking shortcuts in the health system and game on in Washington. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By NZME

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The Country 29/07/24: Phil Duncan talks to Jamie Mackay 4:33

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Monday's resident weather expert says another large area of low pressure is growing over New Zealand and will bring severe weather in the first half of this week - mainly to the South Island, but there are more localised risks for the North Island too. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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The Country 29/07/24: Karen Morrish talks to Jamie Mackay 4:12

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The new CEO of NZ Apples and Pears previews the three-day annual conference getting underway in Hastings today. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By NZME

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The Country 29/07/24: Dave Courtney talks to Jamie Mackay 4:31

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The Chief Customer Officer Silver Fern Farms comments on the state of the red meat industry. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By NZME

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REX July 29th - Phil Duncan from WeatherWatch, Tim Henshaw from Westpac, Sarah Gilbertson from Ridge Top Farm and North Canterbury Young Viticulturist of the Year Nick McArthur 45:09

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On today's podcast, Dom talks with WeatherWatch CEO Phil Duncan about the latest severe weather warnings, which areas are in for heavy snow and which places will be warmer than usual... He talks with Westpac Head of Agribusiness Tim Henshaw about its latest Red Meat paper, an overview of the global red meat market and the outlook for the sector... …

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Damian Thompson, Paola Romero, Stuart Jeffries, Ysenda Maxtone Graham, and Nicholas Farrell 34:55

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On this week’s Spectator Out Loud: Damian Thompson argues that Papal succession plotting is a case of life mirroring art (1:26); Paola Romero reports on Venezuela’s mix of Evita and Thatcher, Maria Corina Machado, and her chances of bringing down Nicolas Maduro (11:39); reviewing Richard Overy’s book ‘Why war?’, Stuart Jeffries reflects that war ha…

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Rabobank Best of The Country: July, 27, 2024 40:02

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Jamie Mackay talks to Damien O'Connor, Steve Wyn-Harris, Siobhan O'Malley, Ben Picton, and Chrisopher Luxon. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By NZME

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The Country Full Show: Friday, July 26, 2024 38:42

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Jamie Mackay talks to Richard McIntyre, Trish Rankin, Chris Brandolino, Paul Walker, and Barry Soper. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By NZME

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The Country 26/07/24: Richard McIntyre talks to Jamie Mackay 7:49

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Federated Farmers Dairy Chair. OCR - new freshwater rules - WOKE gone overboard? Banking inquiry - where is this at right now? Immigration - what is the current situation? How are farmers coping with getting workers? Plus, we've heard a rumour that he's putting his name forward for the Dairy NZ Board? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa…

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The Country 26/07/24: Trish Rankin talks to Jamie Mackay 4:42

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We talk to a high-profile Taranaki dairy farmer who's putting her money (and milk) where her mouth is, when it comes to backing the rural food charities, Meat the Need and Feed Out. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By NZME

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The Country 26/07/24: Chris Brandolino talks to Jamie Mackay 4:26

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Meteorologists are picking the potential for a blast of snow across parts of New Zealand next week – while a rare phenomenon now unfolding over Antarctica could spell more “active weather” later in August. A low-pressure system moving in from the Tasman Sea is forecast to collide with cold air blowing up from the Southern Ocean - bringing the possi…

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The Country 26/07/24: Paul Walker talks to Jamie Mackay 4:54

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A Bay of Plenty dairy farmer and Farmstrong champion talks about his tips for getting through the winter slog, calving etc. Paul farms in the Bay of Plenty on a low lying farm prone to flooding. He’s trained his body and brain to recognise the signs of stress and have more constructive/helpful thoughts rather than just dwelling on the difficulties.…

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The Country 26/07/24: Barry Soper talks to Jamie Mackay 2:56

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Our political pundit ponders Kamala Harris, Darleen Tana, child abuse and a podcast on David Lange. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By NZME

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PGG Wrightson wool report with Rachel Shearer 1:59

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Courtesy of PGG Wrightson, we take our monthly look at the state of the wool market. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By NZME

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Navigating Leadership and Growth with Will Burrett 48:06

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Join us for an inspiring conversation with Will Burrett, COO of Pāmu. Discover his journey from a young enthusiast to a respected leader in the agricultural sector. Will delves into the importance of resilience, adaptability, and the power of cultural connections. This discussion explores the heart of leading and growing in today's world. See omnys…

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REX July 26th - Dr Kioumars Ghamkhar from AgResearch, Mike Warren from Springbank School and Dr Andrea Judd from the Kaikoura Health Facility 51:14

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On today's podcast, Dom talks with Dr Kioumars Ghamkhar from AgResearch about its prototype Map and Zap system which uses AI to hunt weeds and eliminate them with a laser... He talks with the principal of Springbank School in Kerikeri, Mike Warren, about its humble beginnings in rural Northland, its unique outdoor curriculum and its upcoming 30th a…

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Mark Thompson fills in for The John Kobylt Show Hour 1 (07/25) - New Executive Order from Newsom 30:22

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Mark Thompson fills in for John Kobylt. Reaction to Pres. Biden's address yesterday explaining why he decided to end his re-election bid. Gov. Gavin Newsom announced an executive order to remove homeless encampments across the state. Brian Clark comes on the show to talk about the Olympics and some of the challenges ahead of the games. More ramific…

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Mark Thompson fills in for The John Kobylt Show Hour 2 (07/25) - No More Open Seating 29:57

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Mark Thompson fills in for John Kobylt. Southwest is getting rid of their longstanding open seating policy. Michael Monks comes on the show to talk about the LA Metro Board discussing more avenues to improve safety. Disney+, Hulu and Max are all merging to create a streaming bundle. Major layoffs in the healthcare world. See omnystudio.com/listener…

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Mark Thompson fills in for The John Kobylt Show Hour 3 (07/25) - Netanyahu in the US 30:23

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Mark Thompson fills in for John Kobylt. Israeli Prime Minister addressed Congress yesterday. Donald and Melania Trump are releasing new books, separately. More on Trump vs. Kamala. LA has the worst road rage. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Premiere Networks

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The Country Full Show: Thursday, July 25, 2024 38:57

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Jamie Mackay talks to Fran O'Sullivan, Sir David Fagan, Mark de Lautour, Tim Ormrod, and Chris Russell. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By NZME

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The Country 25/07/24: Fran O'Sullivan talks to Jamie Mackay 5:55

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The Herald's business section has done a great Agribusiness and Trade report. NZME's Head of Business discusses two of her columns - Luxon dubbed NZ’s ‘salesman in chief’ and Doubling Kiwi exports to grow NZ’s wealth. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By NZME

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The Country 25/07/24: Sir David Fagan talks to Jamie Mackay 6:26

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Shearing legend and the retiring Chair of Shearing Sports NZ comments on NZ's biggest success in Wales in five years - a big double at the Royal Welsh Show this morning. The Wools of New Zealand team of David Buick, of Pongaroa, and Jack Fagan, of Te Kuiti, made it 1-1 in a three-test series against Wales with a narrow win over Welsh shearers Gethi…

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The Country 25/07/24: Mark de Lautour talks to Jamie Mackay 5:47

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The chief executive of Open Country Dairy talks about his company's forecast milk price and questions why Fonterra is putting so much volume on its GDT auction platform. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By NZME

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The Country 25/07/24: Tim Ormrod talks to Jamie Mackay 5:24

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The Senior VP of Brandt Australasia is just back from a client trip to the USA and Canada. We get his thoughts on the state of North American agriculture and the farm machinery market. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By NZME

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The Country 25/07/24: Chris Russell talks to Jamie Mackay 4:18

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We ask our Australian correspondent why dairy cows are so susceptible to Bird Flu and should we be worried here in NZ? Plus we talk Trump's tariffs, Brussel sprouts, and shark attacks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By NZME

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REX July 25th - Kate Acland from Beef+Lamb NZ, Rebecca Durry from Kawakawa Station, Rob Cameron from Cameron Harrison Butchery and Ian Anderson from Sam's Butchery 40:14

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On today's podcast, Dom talks with Beef+Lamb NZ Chair Kate Acland about an independent report which they commissioned calling for urgent action on key freshwater targets... He talks with Rebecca Durry from Kawakawa Station in the Wairarapa about their stunning walkway among the bush and farmland of the South East Coast, their glamping options and t…

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Mark Thompson fills in for The John Kobylt Show Hour 1 (07/23) - FBI Director Testifies 28:23

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Mark Thompson fills in for John Kobylt. Luke Barr comes on the show to talk about the FBI Director testifying on Capitol Hill today regarding the assassination attempt on former Pres. Donald Trump's life. More on the FBI director testifying on Capitol Hill today. Five charts that explain California's struggling news industry. LA County Courts have …

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Mark Thompson fills in for The John Kobylt Show Hour 2 (07/24) - Olympics Start This Week 32:04

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Mark Thompson fills in for John Kobylt. Snoops Dogg will be an Olympic torchbearer and 32 LAPD officers are headed to Paris for the Olympics. Beach closures over a sewage leak. A family is suing a nursing home over the murder of their 98-year-old family member, the NBA has a new TV deal and Kobe Bryant's locker is going up from auction. AI is now b…

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Mark Thompson fills in for The John Kobylt Show Hour 3 (07/24) - Hacker Arrested 29:31

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Mark Thompson fills in for John Kobylt. A 17-yera-old in England was arrested in connection to the big MGM hack that impacted a lot of MGM casino/hotel properties last year. More on Trump vs. Kamala. College kids today don't know their history and there is a listeria outbreak associated with deli meats in 12 states. See omnystudio.com/listener for …

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