Best Brother Ben Jones Podcasts (2024)

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Debt, Dollars, and Disruption: Macro trends with Jarred Mair 55:13

5m ago55:13

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Join me and Jarred Mair, Chief Insights Officer at MPI, as we dive into global macro trends. From debt-driven economies to emerging tech, Jared breaks down what’s shaping our future and how to navigate it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By rova | REX

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REX August 23rd - Alastair Miller from Aura Information Security, Paul Reynolds from Moral Compass and Geoff Rogers from High Country Fencing 49:45

21m ago49:45

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On today's podcast, Dom talks with Alastair Miller from Aura Information Security about the recent ransomware attack in Switzerland in which a farmer’s automated milking systems were breached by hackers demanding payment, the threat cyberattacks pose to the wider agricultural industry and advice to stop it... He talks with Paul 'Razor' Reynolds, an…

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REX August 22nd - Vet & Author Marcus Taylor, Andrew Burtt from Beef+Lamb NZ, REX Producer Jo Grigg and Todd Charteris from Rabobank 42:21

1d ago42:21

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On today's podcast, Dom talks with veterinarian and author, Marcus Taylor about his new book, 'The Ones That Bit Me', his career as a vet and his YouTube channel, Lord of the Vets... He talks with Andrew Burtt, Beef+Lamb NZ Chief Economist, about its annual Stock Number Survey which reveals sheep and cattle numbers are both down this year... He cat…

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REX August 21st - Stu Davison from HighGround Dairy, Brad Lake from The Brothers Green, Andy Caughey from Wool Impact and Rural Health Advocate Craig Wiggins 38:44

8m ago38:44

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On today's podcast, Dom talks with Stu Davison from HighGround Dairy about the latest Global Dairy Trade Event (+5.5%), tempering expectations and avoiding black bears in the wild... He talks with Brad Lake from The Brothers Green about why it's currently illegal to use hemp byproducts for animal feed and its efforts to try and reverse the situatio…

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REX August 20th - Ginny Dodunski from Wormwise, Hamish Mackenzie from Braemar Station and Mark Benns from Wingman 55:56

4d ago55:56

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On today's podcast, Dom talks to Ginny Dodunski from Wormwise about the return of the Bionic boluses to the market, drench resistance and the NZ Institure of Primary Industry Management awards held last night... He talks with Hamish Mackenzie from Braemar Station about his recent trip with a group of farming mates about their recent intrepid motorc…

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Guest: Dylan Allman - Breaking Free from Military Indoctrination & RFK Jr. vs. The Uniparty Regime 1:05:50

3d ago1:05:50

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On this episode of the Free Thought Project Podcast, Jason and Matt sit down with Dylan Allman, a husband, writer, and passionate advocate for liberty. Dylan is a conscientious objector, techno-optimist, and a Hazlitt Apprentice at the Foundation for Economic Education. We dive into Dylan's compelling journey from joining U.S. Army intelligence to …

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Invisible War 53:06

4h ago53:06

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Send us a Text Message. Please send questions and comments to online.mtcarmel@gmail.com We would love to hear from you! Your emails will be kept confidential.By Brother Ben Jones

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REX August 19th - Phil Duncan from WeatherWatch, Sam McIvor from OSPRI, Gill Naylor from Rural Women NZ and Jill Abbott from Casting for Recovery 51:06

10m ago51:06

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On today's podcast, Dom talks with Phil Duncan WeatherWatch about snow in the South and Antarctic polar vortexes... He talks with the new CEO of OSPRI, Sam McIvor, about his first few weeks in the role, the importance of biosecurity and M Bovis eradication efforts... He talks with Rural Women NZ National President Gill Naylor about its Leptospirosi…

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The Twilight Samurai (with Ben Jones) 1:18:09

1h ago1:18:09

1:18:09

This time around, Matt and Daryl faces off with Asian cinema oficinado, Ben Jones (He's a big lad but he's only brought a big wooden stick). You can find his words of wisdowm over at places like The Geek Show, and on Instagram and Twxtter (@crymeigsamurai). You can find all season artwork designs (from the ridiculously talented Stephen Trumble) on …

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Overcoming the Odds - The Journey of Ben and Nikki Purua 1:02:58

12m ago1:02:58

1:02:58

In this powerful conversation, Julia Jones talks with Ben and Nikki Purua about Ben's journey from a life born into gangs and time in prison to finding freedom and purpose in farming. They discuss the challenges they've overcome, the power of resilience, and their commitment to creating positive change for others. See omnystudio.com/listener for pr…

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Milking It Episode 3: Catching Up With Addie + Kip Nolan 10:33

7d ago10:33

10:33

As part of the new series on REX brought to you by Dairy Women’s Network in association with Figured and CMK we catch up with Dairy Farmers Addie and Kip Nolan. Dom catches up with the pair to see how they are getting on with calving, what CMK and Figured have done to help with their farming decisions and more. Stay tuned for more episodes coming t…

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REX August 16th - Vincent Arbuckle from MPI, Richard Newson from Germany and Health & Performance Coach Aaron Callaghan 53:29

3d ago53:29

53:29

On today's podcast, Dom talks with the Deputy Director General of Food Safety for MPI, Vincent Arbuckle, about ruminal bolus products which were found the be releasing active ingredients slower than expected, which ones are back on the market and the process involved since the first notification in 2022... He talks with German-based New Zealand dai…

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REX August 15th - Shaun Forgie from Dung Beetle Innovations, Selwyn MP Nicola Grigg, Amelia Dunbar from The Bitches' Box and REX Producer Jo Grigg 50:04

7m ago50:04

50:04

On today's podcast, Dom talks with Shaun Forgie from Dung Beetle Innovations about the benefits of dung beetles on livestock farms, their environmental and economic impact and why they aren't more prevalent in NZ... He talks with Selwyn MP Nicola Grigg about being back in Parliament after maternity leave, the major issues affecting her electorate a…

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REX August 14th - Tim Gale from the Game Animal Council, Alex Gorringe from the Kawhatau Valley and Climate Change Minister Simon Watts 46:40

1d ago46:40

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On today's podcast, Dom talks with Game Animal Council General Manager Tim Gale about a private member's bill which would give hunters and anglers representation on the NZ Conservation Authority... He talks with Alex Gorringe from her family farm in Kawhatau Valley about its historic shearing quarters accommodation, Italian racing cars, gold and ho…

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Ep.59 - Where is the Church's Prophetic Voice? 48:16

7h ago48:16

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Send us a Text Message. As an established church, the Church of England occupies a unique position in the constitutional life of England and the UK as a whole. But in the face of growing authoritarianism, how can it act prophetically? Is it time to give up its privileged status? Join Jonny and Adam as they discuss Adam's article Where is the Church…

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REX August 13th - Ian Knowles from Glenmark Springs, Simon Lee from Glenaray Station, Heidi Hitchman from Summit Solutions and Auriga Martin from Farm Focus 54:58

11h ago54:58

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On today's podcast, Dom talks with North Canterbury farmer Ian Knowles about dealing with drought, fire chairing the Hurunui District Landcare Group... He talks with Simon Lee from Glenaray Station in Northern Southland about the concept of 'lean farming', managing staff and its recent Beef+ Lamb NZ field day... He talks with Heidi Hitchman, founde…

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Sunshine (with Harley Mumford) 1:18:36

1d ago1:18:36

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Episode five of Hiro Worship sends Matt and Daryl on a mission to blow up the sun. Luckily they're bringing along Harley Mumford for the journey. Please check out Harley's awesome podcast, Fandomentals. Available via all good podcatchers. You can find all season artwork designs (from the ridiculously talented Stephen Trumble) on our Teepublic store…

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Peace For All Seasons 49:59

12d ago49:59

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Send us a Text Message. Please send questions and comments to online.mtcarmel@gmail.com We would love to hear from you! Your emails will be kept confidential.By Brother Ben Jones

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REX August 12th - Jack Cocks from Mt Nicholas Station, Ken Algie from Agmatch and Carter's Brand Ambassador Richard Loe 48:48

1d ago48:48

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On today's podcast, Dom talks with Jack Cocks from Mt Nicholas Station about his recent presentation at the International Farm Management Association Congress in Canada, the major talking points discussed at the event and his work with Farmstrong... He talks with Agmatch CEO Ken Algie about its first decade in business, what services it provides ho…

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Manic Monday Unpacked: Expert Insights with Mark Lister 42:14

6d ago42:14

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Julia Jones and Mark Lister discuss the recent "Manic Monday" market turmoil, offering expert insights on the causes, market psychology, and long-term investment strategies. Tune in for tips on navigating financial markets. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By rova | REX

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REX August 9th - Merv Utting from Te Matai Station, Laura Morrison from The Gullies, Author Katie Cooper and Phil Cornelius from FCANZ 56:17

5d ago56:17

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On today's podcast, Dom talks with dog trialling legend Merv Utting about his career highlights, the worst weather he's seen in decades and farming in his 80's... He talks with Laura Morrison from The Gullies near Marton about its Arts Residency... He talks with Katie Cooper, author of a new book, Rewena and Rabbit Stew'... And he talks with Fencin…

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REX August 8th - Charlotte Bell from The Clip, John McCaw from McCaw Seeds, Nathan Casey from The Village Press and Marijke Dunselman from Agritourism NZ 1:02:18

5d ago1:02:18

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On today's podcast, Dom talks with Charlotte Bell from The Clip about her wool coats made from wool produced at her family's Ngaripa Farm in South Canterbury... He talks with John McCaw from McCaw seeds about the main issues facing arable farmers, his various roles in the industry and being a finalist in next week's Arable Awards... He talks with N…

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REX August 7th - Stu Davison from HighGround Dairy, Luke Kane from Otago Federated Farmers and Beth Scott from the NZ Spirits Awards 53:30

6d ago53:30

53:30

On today's podcast, Dom talks with Stu Davison from HighGround Dairy about the latest Global Dairy Trade Event (+0.5%), the recent stock market freefall and whether Democratic VP running mate Tim Walz can help sway rural America to vote blue... He talks with Federated Farmers Otago President Luke Kane about its disagreements with the Otago Regional…

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REX August 6th - Lindy Nelson from Safer Farms, Kate Guthrie from Inxhale, Charlotte Westwood from PGG Wrightson Seeds and Maurice Stewart from PGG Wrightson Livestock 57:31

7d ago57:31

57:31

On today's podcast, Dom talks with Lindy Nelson from Safer Farms about the increase in quad bike deaths, whether quad bikes are fit for purpose and its hugely successful Crush Protection Device initiative... He talks with entrepreneur Kate Guthrie about her Inxhale inhalers, life growing up on a farm in Kurow and her approach to fitness and wellbei…

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Guest: Skot Sheller - Javier Milei: Friend or Foe? A Deep Dive Into His Policies & Politics 1:10:03

8d ago1:10:03

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On this week's episode of the Free Thought Project Podcast, Jason and Matt sit down with Skot Sheller, a New Hampshire Free State Project advocate with a wealth of knowledge on Argentinian politics, economy, and culture. Skot’s wife hails from Argentina, and his father-in-law is a PhD Austrian economist, academic, and author in the country. Skot ha…

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Seasons Change 51:52

9d ago51:52

51:52

Send us a Text Message. Please send questions and comments to online.mtcarmel@gmail.com We would love to hear from you! Your emails will be kept confidential.By Brother Ben Jones

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REX August 5th - Ag Consultant Ellie Cranswick, Gavin O'Donnell QSM and Angus Simms from Wonky Box 44:23

8d ago44:23

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On today's podcast, Dom talks with Agriculture Consultant Ellie Cranswick about growing up farming in England, her consultancy roles and selling pet lambs... He talks with Gavin O'Donnell QSM about his farming career, balancing farming and conservation and life after farming... And he talks with Wonky Box co-founder Angus Simms about its new offeri…

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Bonus 27: Shōgun (with Sabrina Barr) 2:36:00

18d ago2:36:00

2:36:00

At the halfway point of the season, Matt and Daryl reunite with tv writer, Sabrina Barr to discuss one of the hottest shows of the year! You can find all season artwork designs (from the ridiculously talented Stephen Trumble) on our Teepublic store. We also have our intro themes and interludes over on Bandcamp. The intro theme was performed by Dary…

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From New Zealand pastures to Chicago's markets 1:00:57

11d ago1:00:57

1:00:57

Join us for an engaging conversation with Stu Davison, an NZ dairy farmer turn analyst now based in the US. Discover the differences between the political landscapes of New Zealand and the US, and how recent events are impacting global markets. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By rova | REX

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REX August 2nd - MIA Chair Nathan Guy, Billy Dowle from Natural Hound, Daniel Kenna Farmers and Wendy Paul from Growing Future Farmers 54:43

11d ago54:43

54:43

On today's podcast, Dom talks with Meat Industry Association Chair Nathan Guy about the recent Red Meat Sector Conference, the increasing competition in many of NZ's key export markets and signs of positivity in the sector... He talks with Bill Dowle from Natural Hound about his and soon-to-be wife Annabelle's range dog beds and covers using NZ woo…

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REX August 1st - Chatto Creek Farmer & Author Matt Chisolm, Holly Turner from the Marlborough Falcon Trust and Life Coach Shane Bird 47:53

12d ago47:53

47:53

On today's podcast, Dom talks with farmer, author, keynote speaker and journalist Matt Chisolm about his new book, 'The Road to Chatto Creek'... REX Producer and reporter Jo Grigg talks with falconer Holly Turner from the Marlborough Falcon Trust about falcon rearing, birds of prey and her time in the UK learning about falconry... And Dom talks wit…

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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

13d ago58:57

58:57

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

14d ago50:01

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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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Guest: Ryan Cristián - Dismantling The Trump Assassination & Israel False Narrative From All Angles 1:06:15

15d ago1:06:15

1:06:15

On this week's episode of the Free Thought Project Podcast, Jason and Matt sit down with Ryan Cristián from The Last American Vagabond. Cristián is a recent recipient of the Serena Shim Award For Uncompromising Integrity In Journalism and has devoted much of his life to bringing Americans the transparency and accuracy they deserve in media. Because…

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Truth Week 7 50:38

18d ago50:38

50:38

Send us a Text Message. Please send questions and comments to online.mtcarmel@gmail.com We would love to hear from you! Your emails will be kept confidential.By Brother Ben Jones

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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

15d ago45:09

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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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Ring (with Sarah Miles) 1:22:35

16d ago1:22:35

1:22:35

On this episode, Matt, Daryl and their guest, Sarah Miles (writer, horror and asian cinema officionado) discuss Hideo Nakata's 1998 adaptation of Koji Suzuki's Ringu. You can find some of Sarah's writing here, and over here. You can find all season artwork designs (from the ridiculously talented Stephen Trumble) on our Teepublic store. We also have…

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Navigating Leadership and Growth with Will Burrett 48:06

27d ago48:06

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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

18d ago51:14

51:14

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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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

19d ago40:14

40:14

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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REX July 24th - Jeff Grant from Aotearoa NZ Catchment Colelctive, Fraser McConnell from Mynd Mushrooms and rural health advocate Craig 'Wiggy' Wiggins 52:13

23d ago52:13

52:13

On today's podcast, Dom talks with Jeff Grant from the Aotearoa New Zealand Catchment Collective about its role, its makeup and the importance of the 300-plus catchment groups around the country... He talks with Fraser McConnell, co-founder of Mynd, about New Zealand Lion's Mane and its role in brain health, its unique properties and the fascinatin…

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REX July 23rd - Allan Fong from The Fresh Grower, Becks Smith from Solayer, Richard McIntyre from Federated Farmers and Ben Picton from Rabobank 49:30

21d ago49:30

49:30

On today's podcast, Dom talks with Pukekohe vegetable grower Allan Fong about his business, The Fresh Grower, growing conditions in Pukekohe and his growing social media presence... He talks with Becks Smith from The Whole Story about sustainability coaching, her new venture Solayer and her background as a vet... He talks with Richard McIntyre from…

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Truth Week 6 1:04:13

30d ago1:04:13

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Send us a Text Message. Please send questions and comments to online.mtcarmel@gmail.com We would love to hear from you! Your emails will be kept confidential.By Brother Ben Jones

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REX July 22nd - Jay Reeve from The Rock, Susan McCaul from Petiquette, Dr Bill Bishop from the Horse Ambulance Trust and Hamish Acland from Mons Royale 56:55

22d ago56:55

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On today's podcast, Dom talks with Jay Reeve from The Rock Drive show about hunting, the food and fibre sector and the urban/rural connection... He talks with Susan McCaul from Petiquette about training farm dogs, pet ownership and Carriage Driving... He talks with Dr Bill Bishop about his award-winning efforts in establishing and running the Horse…

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Mortal Kombat 2021 (with Kat Hughes) 1:40:38

23d ago1:40:38

1:40:38

Round three of Hiro Worship sees Matt and Daryl jostling Mortal Kombat 2021 in a pre-tournament bout of fistycuffs alongside writer and critic Kat Hughes. Will this trio of Earthrealm kombatants survive to witness the glory of Hiroyuki Sanada exacting his revenge as the legendary Scorpion, or will they get their souls sucked by Shang Tsung? You can…

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Ep.58 - Spirituality for the Secular Left (feat. Graham Jones) 1:15:41

24d ago1:15:41

1:15:41

Send us a Text Message. Does the secular left need a better approach to spirituality and faith? What can it learn from religious practices? And is a materialist spirituality possible? Join Ben and Adam as they chat with author and activist, Graham Jones, about his book Red Enlightenment. Red Enlightenment is available here! Christians for Palestine…

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Red Meat Revelations: Insights from Global Analyst Simon Quilty 51:26

30d ago51:26

51:26

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Simon Quilty, global analyst at Global Agri Trends. Discover the future of the red meat market and its global dynamics. Simon delves into market trends, climate impacts, and the evolving landscape of the red meat industry. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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REX July 19th - Sarah Reed from The Grumpy Merino, Julia Jones from the Real Optimism podcast and dog trialist Cam Bain 48:30

26d ago48:30

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On today's podcast, Dom talks with Sarah Reed from The Grumpy Merino about the business five years after she started it during lockdown, the challenges she's faced along the way and the latest range of wool products... He talks with Julia Jones, host of the Real Optimism podcast about social supermarkets and the economic climate... And he talks wit…

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REX July 18th - Shannon Mears from Mears Contracting, Phil Duncan from WeatherWatch and Central Otago Young Viticulturist of the Year Nina Downer 44:57

27d ago44:57

44:57

On today's podcast, Dom talks with Shannon Mears from Mears Contracting about feral cats, predator control and pig hunting... He talks with WeatherWatch CEO Phil Duncan about conditions in North Canterbury, 'polar flares' and what is deemed 'normal' weather in New Zealand... And he talks with Nina Downer, winner of the 2024 Central Otago Young Viti…

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REX July 17th - Stu Davison from HighGround Dairy, Andrew Harman from Black Hawk Dog Food, Craig McBeth from Dairy Farms NZ Ltd and MIA CEO Sirma Karapeeva 44:17

1M ago44:17

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On today's podcast, Dom talks with Stu Davison from HighGround Dairy about the latest Global Dairy Trade Event (+0.4%)... He talks with Andrew Harman from Black Hawk Dog Food about dropping off gift packs to North Canterbury farmers... He talks with Craig McBeth, CEO of Dairy Farms NZ Ltd about beginning of the end as it looks sell off the assets a…

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