Best Auckland Law School Podcasts (2025)

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Sports commentator Glen Larmer 11:19

8h ago11:19

11:19

Sports correspondent Glen Larmer.

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Our fair trading laws can deal with greenwashing claims 15:51

9h ago15:51

15:51

CEO of Consumer NZ, Jon Duffy joins Kathryn to detail some wins the organisation has had with the Commerce Commission over some issues it's raised

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Business commentator Maria Slade 22:52

9h ago22:52

22:52

Maria Slade is BusinessDesk's Property Editor.

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Elliott Smith: Newstalk ZB Sports Reporter talks the Warriors, Super Rugby, Formula 1 3:41

9h ago3:41

3:41

The Easter weekend hosted a fair bit of sport, and Elliott Smith joined Francesca Rudkin to delve into the wins, losses, and major players. They discussed the Warriors' win over the Broncos, the Super Rugby results, and the latest out of Formula 1. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Ernie Newman: Grocery Policy Expert on Costco's possible expansion to Wellington and Christchurch 5:08

9h ago5:08

5:08

Costco is assessing its options for a potential expansion. The US big box retail chain has seen a sharp rise in membership and revenue since opening in Auckland's Westgate in September 2022. It launched home delivery to members and non-members across Auckland last week, and is working on expanding to new regions. Grocery Policy Expert Ernie Newman …

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Around the Motu: Simon Wilson in Auckland 7:12

9h ago7:12

7:12

Simon discusses the latest events in Auckland including a stormy Easter, some big transport announcements to come, and the Writer's Festival is coming up

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Book Review - A Thousand Threads by Neneh Cherry 3:25

9h ago3:25

3:25

Sonja de Friez reviews A Thousand Threads by Neneh Cherry published by Penguin

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Who will replace the Pope? 8:41

10h ago8:41

8:41

With the death of Pope Francis at the age of 88, the world's attention now turns to who will replace him

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Mike's Minute: The unanswered questions around the Reserve Bank's funding 2:06

9h ago2:06

2:06

Some questions for you around the Reserve Bank and their funding. Firstly, the Finance Minister is to be congratulated on her handling of the fiscal matters in reducing the expenditure by 25% – this is a DOGE like achievement. In fact, if you have been following DOGE, what they said they would do and what they have done is like a lot of the Trump o…

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Commentary Box with Andrew Saville and Jason Pine: Warriors, Formula 1, Super Rugby, Reiko Ioane 13:16

10h ago13:16

13:16

Andrew Saville and Jason Pine joined Mike Hosking to reflect on all the sport that took place over the long Easter weekend. They discussed the Warriors’ golden point win over the Broncos, a kick from Luke Metcalf allowing them to claim the win. Also on the agenda was the latest in Formula 1, Super Rugby, and Reiko Ioane’s sabatical location. LISTEN…

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Back to Timor: doco on veterans' return 30:28

10h ago30:28

30:28

Twenty-five years after their peacekeeping tour of duty in East Timor, Kiwi military veterans returned to visit the place and people among whom they worked

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Rebecca Rolls: NZ Sport Integrity Commission CEO on the concerns about organised crime migrating into sport 3:52

10h ago3:52

3:52

Organised crime syndicates could be seeking to infiltrate our sporting landscape. The UN Office on Drugs and Crime has raised concerns about a global migration of crime into sport. New Zealand's Sport Integrity Commission's working with its overseas counterparts and policing experts like Interpol to protect against corruption attempts. Chief Execut…

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Full Show Podcast: 22 April 2025 1:30:35

10h ago1:30:35

1:30:35

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 22nd of April, we're still struggling to get our extra 500 cops, is fitness really holding new recruits back? The Pope passed overnight – we get the latest out of the Vatican from our Correspondent with Edward Pentin. Andrew Saville and Jason Pine jump in the ComBox and reflect on Luke Met…

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US correspondent Danielle Kurtzleben 8:20

10h ago8:20

8:20

Danielle Kurtzleben is a political correspondent assigned to NPR's Washington Desk

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Victor Billot: Maritime Union Spokesperson on the Government's plans to fund a rescue tugboat for the Cook Strait 2:46

10h ago2:46

2:46

Ferry and cruise passengers could be facing a new levy. The Government is weighing up how to fund a permanent rescue tugboat for the Cook Strait, and a user pays system is on the table. They’ve contracted MMA Vision to provide emergency cover in the meantime, but a long-term solution is still up in the air. Maritime Union Spokesperson Victor Billot…

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Long battle over anti-seizure medication risk to the unborn 9:46

11h ago9:46

9:46

There are concerns patients prescribed anti-seizure medications still aren't being made aware of the risks to unborn children of taking them

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The choices being made for Wellington's heart - Civic Square 20:27

11h ago20:27

20:27

Wellington's Mayor Tory Whanau and Ian Cassells, the head of the Wellington Company discuss the plans for Civic Square

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Catherine Field: Europe Correspondent on the legacy of Pope Francis, public mourning 4:58

11h ago4:58

4:58

Crowds are gathering to mourn following the death of the Pope. The head of the Catholic Church died overnight at the age of 88, following a stroke, coma, and subsequent heart failure following a battle with double pneumonia. Nine days of mourning is now underway before his funeral and his burial at Saint Mary Major. Newstalk ZB's Catherine Field is…

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The Passing of a Pontiff: World mourns death of Pope Francis 10:44

11h ago10:44

10:44

Seven days of mourning has been announced by the government of Argentina to mark the passing of countryman Pope Francis

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Christopher Luxon: Prime Minister on the trade relationship with the UK, Pope Francis' death, meeting with King Charles 10:18

11h ago10:18

10:18

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has met with King Charles III at Buckingham Palace in London, just hours after the death of Pope Francis. Luxon confirmed he spoke to the King about the death of the Pope during his meeting, but would not divulge further details. A spokesperson for the Prime Minister said Luxon “enjoyed discussing New Zealand issues…

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Casey Costello: Associate Police Minister on the Government's officer recruitment target 3:19

12h ago3:19

3:19

The Associate Police Minister remains confident the Government's 500-cop recruitment target can still be reached by November. Police bosses say they've been facing challenges. They say more trainees are failing training, and more people have been leaving the Police force. But Casey Costello told Mike Hosking there is still six months to go. She say…

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Edward Pentin: Vatican Correspondent on the death of Pope Francis and the subsequent mourning rituals 4:05

12h ago4:05

4:05

Prayer services are taking place around the world in memory of Pope Francis. The head of the Catholic Church died overnight at the age of 88, following a stroke, coma, and subsequent heart failure after a battle with double pneumonia. Vatican correspondent Edward Pentin says two weeks of rituals and ceremonies are now underway. He told Mike Hosking…

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Full Show Podcast: 22 April 2025 34:40

13h ago34:40

34:40

On the Early Edition Full Show Podcast Tuesday 22nd of April 2025, Italy Correspondent Jo McKenna has the latest on the death of Pope Francis. Costco is looking to expand to outside of Auckland, Grocery Policy expert Ernie Newman tells Francesca Rudkin what this could mean for the grocery sector. Elliot Smith has the latest on weekend sport. Plus, …

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Jo McKenna: Italy Correspondent on the death of Pope Francis 4:57

13h ago4:57

4:57

Heavily choreographed proceedings are now in motion, following the death of the Pope. The leader of the Catholic Church has died overnight at the age of 88 following a battle with double pneumonia. Later this week, the Pope will lie in state in St Peters Basilica for several days for the public to pay their respects. Italy Correspondent Jo McKenna …

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Francesca Rudkin: Let's respect our teachers 3:07

13h ago3:07

3:07

According to an article in the NZ Herald this morning, fewer people want to be teachers. Teacher education is still a popular field of study, but both Canterbury and Otago Universities have seen a decline in teaching student enrolments over the past four years. Provisional data shows Canterbury has 964 students enrolled in a course in 2025, down fr…

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Mike's Minute: We're essentially at the halfway mark for the Government 2:06

3d ago2:06

2:06

At the halfway mark, can we suggest things are starting to turn for the Government? This week we have seen the Prime Minister at Ruakura with a multi-billion dollar investment that sells the Māori economy and showcases large amounts of foreign money, as well as the potential for huge productivity gains and economic growth. On Monday there was more …

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Screentime with Tamar Munch 9:42

5d ago9:42

9:42

Film and television reviewer Tamar Munch joins Kathryn to talk about what she's been viewing

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How to do co-parenting well 14:59

5d ago14:59

14:59

Clinical psychologist Tiffany Rochester says parents going through a separation usually have the same priority: ensuring their children's wellbeing

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Inflation up on higher food prices 7:11

5d ago7:11

7:11

Stats NZ says the Consumer Price Index rose 0.9 percent in the three months ended March, taking the annual rate to 2.5 pct

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Tech with Mark Pesce 14:04

5d ago14:04

14:04

Tech correspondent Mark Pesce has the latest from the federal trial in the US to break up Meta's monopoly

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Around the motu: John Freer in Coromandel 7:02

5d ago7:02

7:02

John Freer is a CFM local news reporter, from the Coromandel Peninsula

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Book review: Silken Gazelles by Jokha Alharthi 3:12

5d ago3:12

3:12

Jack McConnell from Unity Books Auckland reviews Silken Gazelles by Jokha Alharthi published by Scribner

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Mark the Week: Golden Visas are part of a solid run from the Government 2:49

5d ago2:49

2:49

At the end of each week, Mike Hosking takes you through the big-ticket items and lets you know what he makes of it all. The Golden Visas: 7/10 Part of what's turning out to be a pretty solid run for the Government. There seems genuine interest from the wealthy to come and park up here and grow the place. Business sales: 6/10 Demand is up, supply is…

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Mike's Minute: We need to amalgamate councils 2:04

5d ago2:04

2:04

My fun fact of the week, not that it's that fun or even new, given it's been around if you could be bothered looking. In Hawke’s Bay there are 56 mayors, chairs and councillors spread across five councils. Just for Hawke’s Bay. Not Mexico City, or London, or New York. Hawke’s Bay, in little old regional New Zealand. This is contained in an excellen…

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British poet Lemn Sissay on his 'experiment in hope' 32:47

5d ago32:47

32:47

Everyday for 10 years, Lemn Sissay rose at dawn and wrote a four line poem

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Chris Abercrombie: PPTA President on the number of schools over capacity 2:38

5d ago2:38

2:38

The education sector's hopeful further investment into school classrooms is on the way. New data shows 368 state schools had more students enrolled than their official classroom capacity last year – almost 1500 are at capacity. Education Minister Erica Stanford announced $100 million for school property, with new schools and classrooms in Auckland.…

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UK: Court sets legal definition of 'woman' 11:04

5d ago11:04

11:04

UK correspondent Matt Dathan looks at the reaction to a landmark ruling by the Supreme Court that the legal definition of a woman is based on biological sex

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Nick Tuffley: ASB Chief Economist ahead of the new inflation data 2:57

5d ago2:57

2:57

Our economy could take a knock, with volatility in the global trade environment. Infometrics has revised its GDP forecast for next year from 2.6% to 1.0% per annum, in anticipation of reduced exports stemming from Donald Trump's tariff policy. The annual inflation rate is expected to have risen from 2.2% to about 2.4%. ASB Chief Economist Nick Tuff…

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Full Show Podcast: 17 April 2025 1:29:58

5d ago1:29:58

1:29:58

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Thursday 17th of April, the Government has announced a $20b plan to upgrade our health infrastructure, so now we need some action. The Commerce Commission has pushed KiwiRail to compensate the victims of cancelled Interislander ferries. Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson wrap the short week, and we deal…

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What to look out for while Easter shopping 6:52

5d ago6:52

6:52

It's Easter weekend and retailers are hoping for a big few days of trading but watch for 'hot deals' and 'Easter deals'

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Wrapping the Week with Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson: Kate's first boomer moment 13:34

5d ago13:34

13:34

Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson joined Mike Hosking a day earlier than usual, to wrap the short week before Easter. They discussed Morgan Wallen and country music, the school holidays, and Kate has her first boomer moment. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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The departing head of the Islamic Women's Council 18:02

5d ago18:02

18:02

The departing head of the Islamic Women's Council says there's been a slight decline in online abuse, probably due other groups being targeted instead

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Vanessa Horne: Commerce Commission Competition, Fair Trading and Credit General Manager on the need for KiwiRail to compensate ferry customers 3:39

5d ago3:39

3:39

The Commerce Commission says it'll take KiwiRail to court if it doesn't compensate ferry customers. The rail provider's agreed to pay those disrupted in three Interislander cancellations in early 2023. KiwiRail had previously treated delays and cancellations from mechanical faults as out of their control, which the Commerce Commission argued misled…

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Cyclone Tam update 13:02

5d ago13:02

13:02

The wild winds and rain are continuing to plague the upper North Island, with a close eye being kept on Northland's Kaeo River

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Gary Holden: Lodestone Managing Director on the company's focus on solar electricity, plans for the future 3:26

5d ago3:26

3:26

A new electricity gentailer is entering the market with a primary focus on large-scale solar. Lodestone Energy says it will initially focus on commercial and industrial sectors, but may expand if the market allows. It says it’s creating it fifth solar farm with plans for up to 20 more in the next few years. Lodestone Managing Director Gary Holden t…

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Miles Hurrell: Fonterra CEO on the impact of Donald Trump's tariffs on the global economy 5:20

5d ago5:20

5:20

Donald Trump's tariffs are having ripple effects here and everywhere. Infometrics is drastically reducing its GDP growth forecast from 2.6% to just 1%. Many economists now expect the Reserve Bank to go further with OCR cuts than previously forecast, in spite of a likely rise in inflation. Fonterra Chief Executive Miles Hurrell told Mike Hosking the…

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Vaughan Couillault: Secondary Principals' Association President on state schools operating over their capacity 3:08

5d ago3:08

3:08

Schools operating over their campus capacity are getting creative to cater for roll growth. New data shows 17% of state schools had more students enrolled than their official classroom capacity last year. Another 71% are operating at capacity. Secondary Principals' Association president Vaughan Couillault told Mike Hosking packed schools typically …

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Simeon Brown: Health Minister on the new health infrastructure plan 4:09

5d ago4:09

4:09

The Health Minister says their new $20 million health infrastructure plan is an answer to decades of under investment. The list includes new projects and general maintenance, but has no timeline. Simeon Brown told Mike Hosking the government will take time to engage with the private sector and see what they may be able to invest. He says the plan w…

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Vittoria Shortt: ASB CEO on the impact of global trade barriers on New Zealand's economy 3:20

5d ago3:20

3:20

Increased global trade barriers —like Donald Trump's tariffs— are continuing to slow down New Zealand's economic recovery. Infometrics is drastically reducing its GDP growth forecast from 2.6% to just 1%. Many economists now expect the Reserve Bank to go harder for longer with OCR cuts, despite a likely rise in inflation. ASB Chief Executive Vittor…

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Ryan Bridge: The doctors strike doesn't add up 2:44

6d ago2:44

2:44

Have you been keeping up with this senior doctor's strike? There's a couple of things that don't add up. Yesterday we spoke about the average salary for these unionised senior doctors. Simeon Brown says it's a total package worth $343,500. The union hit back - they said the number was made up. Which it's not. It's the total package including supera…

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