Best Editor At Large Podcasts (2024)

1
Liam Dann: NZ Herald business editor at large on New Zealand's economic outlook being downgraded by experts 4:14

22h ago4:14

4:14

International research group BMI has lowered its GDP growth forecast for New Zealand for 2024 - and warned of economic challenges to come. BMI predicted the nation's GDP would grow by just 1 percent this year, down 0.2 percent from previous estimates. NZ Herald business editor at large Liam Dann unpacked this research further. LISTEN ABOVE See omny…

1
"I didn't have a breakdown, I had a breakthrough..." with Editor At Large of HELLO! Magazine & Author Rosie Nixon 51:20

9d ago51:20

51:20

Rosie Nixon is the Editor at Large of HELLO! Magazine and an author. In this episode, Rosie discusses her extensive career in journalism, including 16 years at HELLO! Magazine, where she was Editor in Chief and Creative Brand Ambassador. She recalls her early days working in children's book publishing and teen magazines, her journey through titles …

1
Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on the UK's Labour Party voicing opposition for four-day working week 3:11

11m ago3:11

3:11

Ahead of the UK election, the Labour Party is pushing back against demand for a four-day working week. Unions have put pressure on the party to mandate shorter working weeks, as more UK workplaces adapt to unique working models. UK correspondent Gavin Grey says this issue will be on the minds of voters ahead of the election. LISTEN ABOVE See omnyst…

1
Shane Solly: Harbour Asset Management spokesperson on Fletcher Building handing over Convention Centre project to SkyCity 2:27

5m ago2:27

2:27

Fletcher Building's shares have bounced back up after the business completed and handed over part of their NZ International Convention Centre project. The project is back in SkyCity's hands - with the project on track to reopen by the end of the year. Harbour Asset Management spokesperson Shane Solly explains further. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.co…

1
Nicola Willis: Finance Minister unveils steps to ease cost of living as Government outlines third quarterly priorities 9:12

3m ago9:12

9:12

The Finance Minister is determined to grow the economy and ease the cost of living for struggling Kiwis as the Government outlines its next points of focus. The Government today unveiled its third quarterly priorities - focusing on law and order, the economy, public services and infrastructure. Minister Nicola Willis says it's important for the Gov…

1
Full Show Podcast: 1 July 2024 1:40:46

19m ago1:40:46

1:40:46

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 1 July 2024, Prime Manager Chris Luxon has announced his to do list for Q3- with law and order top of the list. Heather speaks to Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith. GPs are warning patient fees will have to rise and some clinics will have to close, because Health NZ is not funding t…

1
The Huddle: What can the Democrats do about Joe Biden? 9:03

35m ago9:03

9:03

Tonight on The Huddle, Trish Sherson from Sherson PR and Auckland councillor Richard Hills joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! Joe Biden delivered a shaky performance during last week's debate with Donald Trump - what can the Democratic Party do now? Is it time to bring in a replacement? The Government unveil…

1
Rob Fyfe: Former Air NZ CEO appoints CEO for new Recorp venture 7:31

11m ago7:31

7:31

Former Air New Zealand CEO Rob Fyfe is set to launch his biggest - and most sustainable - business venture yet. Recorp, an aluminium canning company, is set to launch in September, with former House of Travel head Bruce Parton being appointed the inaugural CEO. Fyfe says many Kiwi companies are phasing out plastic, meaning there's room to enter a n…

1
Simon Moutter: Kāinga Ora Chair says it was the right time for CEO Andrew McKenzie to step down 4:33

3m ago4:33

4:33

Kāinga Ora's Chief Executive Andrew McKenzie will be stepping down at the end of October, with a $365,000 payout. A review has found the state housing provider needs significant savings to be financially viable. Kainga Ora Chair Simon Moutter says it's the right time. "Given the extent of change going on in this organisation with the changes throug…

1
Heather du Plessis-Allan: That Trump-Biden debate was excruciating 2:25

8m ago2:25

2:25

Did you watch that Trump-Biden debate? Man, that was excruciating wasn’t it? At one point, I think it was the Medicare bit, I was literally watching it through my fingers, cause I'd already covered by face with my hands, it was that bloody awkward. The amazing thing about it is that this is day four of calls for Biden to stand down, which is an eno…

1
Damian Spring: Santana Minerals Chief Executive on the discovery of a significant gold mine in Otago 2:38

27m ago2:38

2:38

There's high hopes from Santana Minerals following the revelation of unearthed gold in Central Otago. The company's discovery on the privately owned Bendigo Station land has been dubbed one of New Zealand's most significant in 40 years - with a $4.4 billion dollar lifetime export value. Santana Minerals Chief Executive Damian Spring is hopeful an i…

1
Dr Bryan Betty: General Practice Chair claims Government funding proposal isn't enough for GPs 3:16

4m ago3:16

3:16

GPs say a Government funding proposal is not enough. Health New Zealand is suggesting a 4 percent increase in GP capitation funding, the money each practice receives for each enrolled client - and letting them raise fees by just under 8 percent. The sector's warning some practices may go under. General Practice Chair Dr Bryan Betty says studies hav…

1
Paul Goldsmith: Justice Minister on the Government's new planned law and order legislation 4:18

21m ago4:18

4:18

The Justice Minister says new law and order legislation will pass in the next three months, and be implemented by the end of the year. The Government has laid out 40 actions to meet its third quarterly priorities, which include the economy and better public services and infrastructure. It promises to crack down on crime by letting police ban gang p…

1
Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on Chris Luxon's third quarterly plan 6:06

28m ago6:06

6:06

The Prime Minister's released his Government's third quarterly plan, saying the next three months will have a focus on law and order. Chris Luxon's set his side 40 actions until the end of September, including passing four laws to crackdown on criminal activity. These include legislation giving police the power to ban gang patches, as well as confi…

1
Oliver Peterson: Australian correspondent on Barnaby Joyce's efforts to give up alcohol 3:48

4m ago3:48

3:48

Barnaby Joyce stuck to his word after he promised he would cut back on alcohol - and lost 15kgs to show for it. In February, a video surfaced of an intoxicated Joyce sprawled out on a Canberra sidewalk after a drunken night out. Australian correspondent Oliver Peterson says Joyce was clearly embarrassed by the events of the video. LISTEN ABOVE See …

1
Jason Pine: Sportstalk host on the All Blacks prepping for their first test match against England 3:39

8m ago3:39

3:39

Razor's first All Blacks squad is due to face off against England in the coming days. England's already indicated they'll take the All Blacks down - and the pressure's on for the team do do well. Sportstalk host Jason Pine explains further. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

1
Anita Baker: Porirua Mayor questions why Wellington Mayor Tory Whanau hasn't joined super-city amalgamation discussion 4:42

8m ago4:42

4:42

There's claims that merging four Wellington Councils into one is a practical way forward to solve the region's challenges. The mayors of Upper Hutt, Hutt City, and Porirua are holding early talks about amalgamation. But although they're keen to merge, Wellington Mayor Tory Whanau says now is not the time. Porirua Mayor Anita Baker says Whanau needs…

1
"I'm the most unmotivated Personal Trainer!" How to stay motivated in the gym 26:36

11h ago26:36

26:36

Welcome to Ask Alice, a bitesize of extra content for you every Friday from yours truly! Each week, Alice will be answering YOUR questions about anything and everything. Alice's new book 'Give Me Strength' is out 4th July. Pre-order it here. To send in your questions you can do this via Instagram DM to @AliceLiveing or email us at gms@insanityhq.co…

1
Enda Brady: UK correspondent on Rishi Sunak and Keir Starmer clashing in their final debate before the election 4:49

22h ago4:49

4:49

Rishi Sunak and Keir Starmer have clashed over taxes, employment and immigration in their final showdown. Voters in the UK will decide next week who will lead the country through its next term. Prime Minister Sunak says he understands why voters might be frustrated with his Conservative Party. But he says the election's a choice with consequences f…

1
Jamie Mackay: The Country host on Denmark's plan to introduce a carbon tax on agriculture 5:07

22h ago5:07

5:07

Denmark is moving ahead on plans to introduce a carbon tax on agriculture, with cattle farmers facing additional charges as a result. The bill suggests that farmers would be taxed at 300 DKK ($70) per ton of CO2 equivalent emitted from 2030, moving to 750 DKK ($177) by 2035. The Country's Jamie Mackay says the farmers will be unlikely to take this …

1
Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent with the latest developments in the Darleen Tana investigation 5:57

22h ago5:57

5:57

A barrister says Green MP Darleen Tana's alleged Electoral Act breach is on the less serious side. Tana and the publishers of Verve Magazine have been accused of failing to include a promoter statement in an election advertisement published in May 2023- and both have been referred to police. ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper suspects mo…

1
Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on Julian Assange's return to Australia 3:51

23h ago3:51

3:51

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange has returned to Australian soil, after 14 years in confinement. Assange pleaded guilty to an espionage change in exchange for his release - and will be focused on recovery in the coming days. Australian correspondent Murray Olds says Assange has been lying low since his arrival. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/liste…

1
D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on South Africa's progress in the T20 World Cup 2:24

23h ago2:24

2:24

South Africa have finally broken the semifinal wall at a men's Cricket World Cup. The Proteas sent the long-standing hoodoo cartwheeling into the history books with a thumping nine-wicket win over Afghanistan at the latest T20 global tournament. Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave unpacks this news further. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener fo…

1
Full Show Podcast: 27 June 2024 1:39:45

23h ago1:39:45

1:39:45

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday, 27 June 2024, former Green MP Golriz Gharaman has been sentenced today and spoke out about what drove her to shoplift. Herald court reporter Craig Kapitan tells Heather why the judge declined to discharge her without conviction. The latest Crime and Victims Survey shows our confi…

1
The Huddle: What did we make of Golriz Gharaman's sentence? 8:09

23h ago8:09

8:09

Tonight on The Huddle, former Labour Chief of Staff Mike Munro and Phil O'Reilly of Iron Duke Partners joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! Disgraced ex-Green MP Golriz Gharaman has officially been sentenced, with an order to pay a $1600 fine - and additional legal fees. Do we agree with this verdict? A new re…

1
Wayne Langford: Federated Farmers President on the planned independent review into New Zealand's methane targets 4:48

24h ago4:48

4:48

The Government has announced a review will be carried out into New Zealand's methane goals. Former Climate Change Commissioner and farmer Nicola Shadbolt has been appointed to chair this project, which will report what the nation's domestic 2050 methane target should be. Federated Farmers President Wayne Langford says this review is long overdue. "…

1
Dylan Thomsen: AA road safety spokesperson on the costs that come with the Government's Policy Statement on land transport 3:17

24h ago3:17

3:17

The Government's latest Policy Statement on land transport will come with plenty of extra costs for drivers. The fee to register a car has gone up by $50, fuel taxes will rise by 12 cents a litre by 2027 - and 22 cents by 2029, and the new Roads of National Significance will likely be tolled. Transport Minister Simeon Brown says these price increas…

1
Nikau Wi Neera: Wellington Councillor on the divided response to selling the airport shares 5:10

1d ago5:10

5:10

There's a rift in Wellington City Council's left-wing bloc over selling its airport shares. The council today voted to approve the long term plan, with nine in favour, and seven opposed. It included selling the 34 percent stake in Wellington Airport, with discussions on the process later this year. Mayor Tory Whanau copped criticism from fellow lef…

1
Nikki Hart: Nutritionist on the new research revealing multivitamins do not help people live longer 3:12

1d ago3:12

3:12

New findings have revealed multivitamins are largely ineffective. A study out of the US examined over 400,000 Americans over 20 years and determined multivitamins didn't help them live longer - and found a link between daily usage and increased mortality. Nutritionist Nikki Hart says people are spending money on an unnecessary solution. "It's like …

1
Brent Carey: Netsafe Chief Executive on scam reports going up over the past year 2:14

1d ago2:14

2:14

A grim figure for New Zealand, with one in 10 Kiwis getting scammed in the last year. Data shows one in three people were victims of any crime in the year to last October, on par with 2022 figures. Just over 15 percent felt unsafe last year, a jump from 9.3 percent in 2018. Netsafe Chief Executive Brent Carey says scam reports have risen 20 percent…

1
Craig Kapitan: NZ Herald crime reporter on ex-Green MP Golriz Ghahraman being convicted for shoplifting 3:04

1d ago3:04

3:04

What's next for former Green MP Golriz Ghahraman's legal career is not yet determined - after being convicted on shoplifting charges today. Judge June Jelas has ordered her to pay $1600 in fines, plus $260 in court costs, and isn't requiring supervision. The Herald's Craig Kapitan says nothing's stopping her applying for her law licence again. He s…

1
Peter Boshier: Chief Ombudsman on the rise of whistleblower complaints 4:23

1d ago4:23

4:23

The number of people reporting serious misconduct in their workplace is on the rise. So far this financial year, the Chief Ombudsman has received 203 protected disclosures - up 58 percent on the year before. Peter Boshier says more people believe it's the right thing to do if they spot wrongdoing. "When there's serious wrongdoing - things like sexu…

1
Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on UK doctors striking on the hottest day of the year 4:11

2d ago4:11

4:11

Healthcare leaders warn patients face major disruption in England this week, as the latest junior doctors' strike coincides with the hottest week of the year. British Medical Association members will stage a five-day walkout from Thursday - the 11th in the long-running pay dispute. It comes with a heat-health warning in many parts of the country wi…

1
Jeremy Hutton: Milford Asset Management Equities Analyst on Meridian Energy's Investor Day data 3:46

2d ago3:46

3:46

Meridian Energy's Investor Day data indicates more power companies are looking to embrace growth in a changing market. New Zealand's electricity demand is expected to grow between 50 percent and 75 percent, meaning the sector needs new methods of generation. Milford Asset Management's Jeremy Hutton unpacks the results and announcements. LISTEN ABOV…

1
Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on BNZ challenging Gloriavale over use of banking services 3:41

2d ago3:41

3:41

Gloriavale has taken a knock in its battle to maintain access to banking services. BNZ has been trying to close Gloriavale's accounts for the last two years, and the Court of Appeal is allowing BNZ to challenge that injunction. NZ Herald Wellington business editor Jenee Tibshraeny explains what comes next in this case. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.c…

1
Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on the Justice Minister introducing tougher sentencing laws 6:27

2d ago6:27

6:27

Tougher sentencing laws are on the way for offenders. The Justice Minister has outlined a suite of reforms to be introduced into Parliament in the next few months. Situations where victims are working alone, including dairies, will now be considered an aggravating factor in sentencing, and reductions for mitigating factors will be capped at 40 perc…

1
Dan Mitchinson: US correspondent on Julian Assange returning to Australia as a free man 4:26

2d ago4:26

4:26

Wikileaks founder Julian Assange will land in Canberra this evening a free man, having pleaded guilty and being sentenced for espionage with no more time to serve. It related to a single charge of conspiring to obtain and disclose classified US National Defence documents. US correspondent Dan Mitchinson says Assange will likely come out of this wit…

1
Full Show Podcast: 26 June 2024 1:40:15

2d ago1:40:15

1:40:15

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday, 26 June 2024, people in Hawke's Bay are again being hit by "catastrophic" flooding. Civil Defence Minister Mark Mitchell, and the mayors of Wairoa and Hastings speak with Heather. Triple murderer Lauren Dickason has today been sentenced to 18 years for killing her three daughter…

1
The Huddle: Are tougher sentencing reforms the way to go? 9:41

2d ago9:41

9:41

Tonight on The Huddle, journalist Clare de Lore and Ali Jones from Red PR joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! Lauren Dickason has been sentenced for 18 years after admitting responsibility for killing her three daughters. Was this a fair outcome? Justice Mininster Paul Goldsmith has unveiled some new sentenci…

1
Andrew Fairgray: 2degrees Chief Business Officer on business optimism shooting up in new Shaping Business Study (1) 4:32

2d ago4:32

4:32

New Zealand's business sector seems to be taking a turn for the optimistic, according to new data from 2degrees. The latest Shaping Business Study says 18 percent of business leaders feel like their companies are thriving, 34 percent feel more optimistic about the future and 53 percent anticipate revenue growth. 2degrees Chief Business Officer Andr…

1
Andrew Fairgray: 2degrees Chief Business Officer on business optimism shooting up in new Shaping Business Study 4:32

2d ago4:32

4:32

New Zealand's business sector seems to be taking a turn for the optimistic, according to new data from 2degrees. The latest Shaping Business Study says 18 percent of business leaders feel like their companies are thriving, 34 percent feel more optimistic about the future and 53 percent anticipate revenue growth. 2degrees Chief Business Officer Andr…

1
Rachel Brooking: Labour MP urges the Government to release a list of projects that applied to be fast-tracked 4:21

2d ago4:21

4:21

Labour's environment spokesperson has called for the Government to front up about the kinds of projects aiming to be fast-tracked under new legislation. Under the new legislation, anyone who wanted to get a project fast-tracked had the opportunity to submit an application by the end of April 2024. Labour's Rachel Brooking says the public deserves t…

1
Paul Goldsmith: Justice Minister on the Government unveiling new changes to sentencing laws 4:04

2d ago4:04

4:04

The Justice Minister has announced a suite of changes designed to clamp down on criminals. These measures include capping sentence discounts at 40 percent, making serious retail crime an aggravating factor, and encouraging cumulative sentencing for offences committed on bail or parole. Minister Paul Goldsmith says more judges have applied discounts…

1
Blake Benny: ZB reporter on Lauren Dickason being sentenced for the murder of her three daughters 3:04

2d ago3:04

3:04

Lauren Dickason could be freed this decade after murdering her three daughters in Timaru in September 2021. She's been given three concurrent 18-year sentences today, with no minimum non-parole period. She'll be eligible for parole in six years. ZB court reporter Blake Benny says Dickason will begin her sentence in a secure mental health facility. …

1
Simeon Brown: Energy Minister launches investigation into Northland pylon collapse and power outage 2:43

2d ago2:43

2:43

The Energy Minister says there are clear signs of a communications failure at Transpower. Simeon Brown's given officials 12-weeks to report back on investigations into a transmission tower toppling last week leaving thousands in Northland without power. Brown says there was a significant lack of information last Thursday after the pylon fell. "Ther…

1
Craig Little and Sandra Hazlehurst: Wairoa and Hastings mayors on the torrential rain impacting the region 3:37

2d ago3:37

3:37

Heavy rain and high tides are set to tear through the East Coast, and locals have been warned to take cover. States of local emergency continue for the Wairoa District and the Hastings Heretaunga Ward, after torrential rain has closed roads across Hawke's Bay and Tairawhiti. Wairoa looks to have fared the worst, with 100 homes flooded and 130 peopl…

1
Mark Mitchell: Emergency Response Minister on the storm battering the East Coast 3:18

2d ago3:18

3:18

Officials say Wairoa has had the worst of the storm battering the East Coast. States of emergency have been declared in the Wairoa District and Heretaunga Ward, with torrential rain closing roads and caused hundreds of evacuations overnight. Heavy rain warnings have lifted for Tairawhiti, but continue until 11pm in Hawke's Bay. Wairoa is cut off by…

1
"External validation is not the key to success..." with journalist and author Bryony Gordon 49:51

2d ago49:51

49:51

This week, we are welcoming back to the podcast renowned journalist, author, and broadcaster Bryony Gordon. In this episode, Bryony and Alice discuss Bryony's journey with mental health, recovery from alcoholism, and her advocacy work through her mental health charity, Mental Health Mates. Candidly, Bryony shares her experiences with obsessive-comp…

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Editor At Large Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Quick Reference Guide