Best Erin English Podcasts (2024)

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Erin Routliffe: NZ Tennis Olympian ahead of the 2024 Paris Olympics 3:38

19m ago3:38

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Excitement is building in Paris as the Olympic Opening Ceremony draws near. In less than 24 hours, nearly 100 boats will be floating down the River Seine for the outdoor ceremony. 195 Kiwi athletes are in France for the Games, competing across 22 sports. Erin Routliffe is competing in the tennis doubles alongside Lulu Sun, and told Ryan Bridge that…

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David Seymour: Regulation Minister on the opposition to the Early Childhood regulatory review 6:17

15m ago6:17

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The Regulation Minister says people in Early Childhood tell them they're sick of the amount of red tape and regulation. Labour, Te Pati Māori, and the Greens have united against the Regulation Ministry's regulatory review. They claim the Government's making dangerous changes. The NZEI union is also calling for it to stop. David Seymour told Ryan Br…

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Kate Acland: Beef + Lamb Chair on the report on New Zealand's freshwater quality targets 3:18

9m ago3:18

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It’s being suggested that New Zealand's freshwater quality targets are unworkable. A Beef + Lamb-commissioned independent review shows more than a third of our rivers won't meet national sediments standards. That's even if agriculture is removed and catchments are returned to their natural state. Chair Kate Acland told Ryan Bridge they're asking fo…

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Ryan Bridge: Olympic spying - Send the entire Canadian team home 1:35

12m ago1:35

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Drone gate. It's all anyone is talking about at the Olympics. We've just lost to the Canadians by the way, 2 - 1 in the women's football. Imagine being that assistant coach and the analyst who were caught, who were busted. You know, you go to the Olympics, it's one of your proudest moments. Your family is behind you, your kids are cheering you on. …

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Full Show Podcast: 26 July 2024 34:16

2h ago34:16

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Friday 26th of July, the Olympics opening ceremony is just about here - Ryan speaks to kiwi tennis star Erin Routliffe. Beef and Lamb are up in arms about our water sediment targets - what's the solution? Opposition parties have united against the early childhood sector review - Ryan speak…

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Conor English: New Zealand Esports President on the first ever Olympic Esports Games confirmed for next year 2:46

11m ago2:46

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Kiwi Esports athletes will be heading to Saudi Arabia next year to compete in the first-ever Olympic Esports games. The International Olympic Committee voted unanimously for Saudi Arabia to host the Games in 2025 reflecting the growth in popularity of competitive gaming. The decision comes as Riyadh hosts the Esports World Cup – a two-month event d…

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Full Show Podcast: 25 July 2024 34:20

13m ago34:20

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Thursday 25th of July, the abuse in care Royal Commission report is out - what action will the government take on the 138 recommendations? A call for an end to raised crossings in Wellington - Transporting New Zealand speaks to Ryan. The Kiwi E-Sports team are heading to Saudi Arabia next …

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Ryan Bridge: Confession time - I have eaten a Weka 2:16

8m ago2:16

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Shock horror and online hate this week for that American who came here, the reality TV show contestant, who came here and murdered one of our native birds and then ate it. It was a Weka that he killed and ate. I have a confession for you: I too have killed and eaten a Weka. Yes. But it was buff wicker on the Chatham Islands, and you're allowed to. …

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Jason Walls: Newstalk ZB Political Editor on how the Government is preparing its response to the Royal Commission into Abuse in Care 2:58

12m ago2:58

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The Government is preparing its response to the Royal Commission into Abuse in Care report after its release yesterday. It found about 200,000 were abused from the 655,000 in care between 1950 and 2019. There are 138 recommendations which include looking at allowing compensation claims through court, and an apology from the Government and religious…

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Mitch McCann: US correspondent on Benjamin Netanyahu's visit to the US Congress 2:05

15m ago2:05

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has spoken to the US Congress in Washington DC, amid waning support for Israel in its war in Gaza. Netanyahu was invited to speak by US House Speaker Mike Johnson, where he will also meet with President Joe Biden, Vice-President Kamala Harris, and former President Donald Trump. But US correspondent Mitch Mc…

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Dom Kalasih: Transporting NZ chief executive says Thorndon Quay raised crossings will cause major issues for heavy vehicles 3:05

25m ago3:05

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Transport organisations are raising concerns about proposed raised crossings on Wellington's Thorndon Quay. Wellington City Council is planning five raised signalised crossings along a 1.7 kilometre stretch of the central city road. Freight lobby group Transporting New Zealand has joined forces with Fire and Emergency, the AA, New Zealand Heavy Hau…

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Full Show Podcast: 24 July 2024 34:12

12m ago34:12

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Wednesday the 24th of July. The abuse in state care Royal Commission report is out today, Ryan speaks with a survivor. The Commerce Commission says Kiwis are paying to much is card payment surcharges - what does Retail NZ want to see change? Northland's four lane highway is set to be fast …

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Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on an Islamic preacher found guilty of directing and supporting terror group 2:45

17m ago2:45

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An Islamic preacher in the UK has been found guilty of directing and supporting terror group al-Muhajiroun. The group has been linked to different acts of terror in the UK, including attacks on Westminster and London Bridges in 2017, which killed five and eight people respectively, and an attack at London's Fishmongers' Hall in 2019. UK corresponde…

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Darryn Fisher: Northland Chamber of Commerce chief executive says they're working to accelerate work on prioritised regional expressway 3:04

10m ago3:04

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Excitement in Northland, as the Transport Minister gives the green light to a prioritised regional expressway. Simeon Brown's agreed to accelerate delivery — letting NZTA move at pace on the route between Auckland and Whangarei. Locals have been growing irritated following repetitive road closures on the Brynderwyns. Northland Chamber of Commerce C…

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Ryan Bridge: To Health NZ's new commissioner - Good luck, I think you'll need it 2:05

13m ago2:05

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The press conference yesterday for Health New Zealand - Boy, Oh boy, what a doozy. So they've appointed Lester Levy as the commissioner, the CEO Margie Apa was there alongside him. She's been in the job two years, that's how long the organisation's been set up for. They're overspending $130 million a month. We know that — that can be nothing more t…

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Carolyn Young: Retail NZ chief executive says it's not the intent that PayWave fees passed to consumers aren't always as accurately reflected 3:18

11m ago3:18

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The head of Retail NZ has stopped short of saying consumers are being ripped off by fees for PayWave and online card payments. The Commerce Commission's consulting on fee capping regulation that could save Kiwis $250 million a year. Retail NZ Chief Executive Carolyn Young told Ryan Bridge fees passed to consumers are not always as accurately reflec…

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Karl Tauri: Abuse in care survivor says it's important the final report acknowledges crimes were committed 2:57

26m ago2:57

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The final report into the inquiry in abuse in care and faith-based institutions will be tabled in Parliament later today. A Royal Commission of Inquiry has been conducting hearings for almost six years - about people's experiences in the system from 1950 to 1999. The Prime Minister is due to make a formal public apology in November. Abuse in care s…

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A brief history of English (aka when they spoke French in England). Killer death meat. 19:21

5d ago19:21

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1005. You asked, so I have a brief history of English from invading Germanic tribes to the Modern English era. We talk about Vikings, the Norman Conquest, the Black Death, the Tyndale Bible, the printing press, and more. | Share a recording of your familect story with me on Threads, Instagram, or Mastodon. | Edited transcript with links: https://gr…

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Henry Olsen: Election Analyst says Kamala Harris is set to secure the Democrats' nomination 4:17

3m ago4:17

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An election analyst says Kamala Harris' nomination is probably a done deal. The process will be formally open for challengers, and none of the delegates at the Democratic National Convention are required to vote for her. Election analyst Henry Olsen told Ryan Bridge it's likely any possible contenders would be feeling it's not worth taking on Kamal…

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Carl Findlay: Maritime Union NZ National Secretary on the Interislander ferries being deemed safe to run 3:36

8m ago3:36

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Maritime experts are still cautious after a report into KiwiRail. Interislander ferries have been deemed safe and well maintained, and will stick around for years to come. Aratere ran aground last month when the autopilot was mistakenly turned on according to a leaked document. Maritime Union of New Zealand National Secretary Carl Findlay says work…

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Deborah Powell: Resident Doctors' Association National Security on Health NZ's overspending 4:22

18m ago4:22

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Some health workers say they want the priority to be the workforce rather than the budget. The Health New Zealand board has been sacked and replaced with a commissioner - Lester Levy. Health Minister Dr Shane Reti says the agency is overspending by $130 million a month. Resident Doctors' Association National Secretary Deborah Powell told Ryan Bridg…

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Ryan Bridge: The row over road cones is getting piping hot 1:44

16m ago1:44

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In the Herald this morning, the boss of traffic management firm Traffix laid into the Transport Minister, saying he and Wayne Brown don't understand how the industry works. He says they don't charge per road cone for work, but rather per worker and truck. He says the public's abusing his staff on site because of misinformation being spread. The pro…

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Full Show Podcast: 23 July 2024 34:28

2h ago34:28

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 23rd of July, Joe Biden is no longer seeking re-election and has endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for the top job. U.S. election analyst Henry Olsen joins Ryan from the States to provide his thoughts. Health NZ's board has been scrapped by the Government, replaced by a commiss…

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Full Show Podcast: 22 July 2024 34:03

11m ago34:03

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Monday the 22nd of July, the fallout continues from the global CrowdStrike IT outage. Ryan speaks to a tech expert on the continued fallout. Tauranga has elected it's first council after four years of commissioners. The local Business Chamber talks to Ryan about what they want to see. Andr…

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Danu Abeysuirya: IT expert says CrowdStrike could face a flurry of lawsuits after global outage 3:24

12m ago3:24

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An IT expert believes there'll be a flurry of lawsuits on the back of Friday's global IT outage. Microsoft estimated 8.5 million computers were disabled with a blue screen of death, and experts predict it'll be weeks before all systems fully recover. It is believed the outage was triggered by an update from global cybersecurity company CrowdStrike.…

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Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on German police reportedly foiling planned terror attack hours before UEFA Euro 2024 final 3:04

3m ago3:04

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German police have reportedly foiled a planned terror attack just hours before last week's UEFA Euro 2024 final in Berlin. Three suspects were reportedly detained during a series of raids of addresses in nearby Potsdam, after they were taking pictures of a fanzone and a church. UK correspondent Gavin Grey says the suspects were known ISIS supporter…

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Andrew Alderson: Newstalk ZB sports reader on Oscar Piastri's maiden Formula 1 victory 3:35

23m ago3:35

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Oscar Piastri has become the fifth Australian to win a Formula 1 race, after his victory in the Hungarian Grand Prix. But the triumph didn't come without controversy, with McLaren teammate Lando Norris forced to give the victory to his teammate. Newstalk ZB sports reader Andrew Alderson joined Ryan Bridge to discuss further. LISTEN ABOVE See omnyst…

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Ryan Bridge: Our biggest ever athletics team heading to Paris - and it's quite exciting 2:20

23h ago2:20

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Hamish Kerr - you might recall the name. He's a high jumper, winning gold at the Commonwealth Games, but so far no Olympic medal. He's apparently looking very good for Paris - the opening ceremony kicks off this Saturday morning. I'm getting quite excited about it. So Kerr is peaking at just the right time - he's just taken out the men’s high jump …

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Matt Cowley: Tauranga Business Chamber chief executive says voting process is still struggling to engage people amid low turnout 3:58

4m ago3:58

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Concern in Tauranga about the city election's low voter turnout. Olympic rower Mahe Drysdale has an almost 6000 vote lead in the mayoral race, with just the specials left to count. Voter turnout's shaping up to be one of the city's lowest in a decade, with around 30 percent of residents casting their vote. Tauranga Business Chamber chief executive …

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Vincent McAviney: UK correspondent on EU leaders' meeting with new Prime Minister 2:00

18m ago2:00

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European leaders met in Britain for the 4th meeting of the European political community. The meeting hopes to unite Europe in the wake of the Russia-Ukraine war, beyond just the nations in the EU and NATO. UK correspondent Vincent McAviney told Ryan Bridge that newly elected UK Prime Minister, Sir Keir Starmer, used this is as a chance to reset the…

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Craig Rennie: Council of Trade Unions Economist on the record number of beneficiaries 3:47

2m ago3:47

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The number of people on a benefit has reached a new record and could keep rising, despite an uptick in sanctions. June quarter data shows 11.9% of working-age people are receiving a benefit - the highest since December 2020. It's an annual increase of 8.3%. Council of Trade Unions economist Craig Rennie told Ryan Bridge the number of people on Jobs…

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Matt Terrill: Former Chief of Staff for Marco Rubio ahead of the final day of the Republican National Convention 3:51

16m ago3:51

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Joe Biden's under increasing pressure to stand aside as the Democratic presidential candidate as Donald Trump prepares to formally accept the Republican nomination. Sources have told the Associated Press that both Barack Obama and Nancy Pelosi have privately called for Biden to step aside. It comes as the US President continues to isolate with Covi…

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Chris Bullen: Health Coalition Aotearoa Spokesperson on the excise tax for heated tobacco products being cut 3:40

11m ago3:40

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There are concerns tax cuts on heated tobacco will make the product much easier for young people to access. Customs quietly cut 50% from the excise tax at the start of the month. Customs Minister Casey Costello says it's a trial, aiming to give smokers a cheaper alternative. Health Coalition Aotearoa spokesperson Chris Bullen told Ryan Bridge it co…

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Full Show Podcast: 19 July 2024 34:23

2d ago34:23

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Friday 19th of July, it's the last day of the Republican National Convention - we cross live to the US and speak to Marco Rubio's former Chief of Staff. The Government has quietly cut the excise tax on heated tobacco products by 50%, Ryan gets the thoughts of Health Coalition Aotearoa’s Ch…

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The power of words: Conscious language, with Karen Yin 42:08

4d ago42:08

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1004. This week, Karen Yin, author of "The Conscious Style Guide," discusses the concept of conscious language and its importance in promoting equity and respect. We explore the differences between conscious language and political correctness, the evolution of the singular "they," and how to navigate language change. Karen also shares insights on a…

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Mark Smith: ASB Senior Economist on the drop in inflation and potential interest rate cuts 4:23

25m ago4:23

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Rate cuts could arrive early as next month, banks are predicting. Inflation fell to a 3-year low yesterday, reaching 3.3% in the June Quarter. Although that falls outside of the Reserve Bank’s target band of 1-3%, banks have reacted positively to the move. ANZ have cut their three year home loans rates to 6.35% and the two year rates to 6.49%. ASB …

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Cath O'Brien: Board of Airline Representatives Executive Director on Auckland Airport targeting excess profits 3:30

7m ago3:30

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Auckland Airport is being urged to be responsible with its charging of airlines. A Commerce Commission draft investigation has found the airport's planned expansion is justified, and some price increases are necessary to fund the investment. However, it found the organisation's targeted returns from airlines is around $200 million over what's reaso…

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Mitch McCann: US Correspondent on the impact of the attempted assassination on voting intention, JD Vance's first speech 2:23

7d ago2:23

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A US poll finds the attempted assassination of Donald Trump has had little impact on voting intention. A Reuters poll by Ipsos shows of around 1200 voters, 43% are in favour of the Republicans and 41% intend to support the Democrats. Of all voters, 80% agreed the country was spiralling out of control. US correspondent Mitch McCann told Ryan Bridge …

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John Carnegie: Energy Resources Aotearoa CEO on Tiwai Point scaling back its electricity usage to meet demands 4:37

4m ago4:37

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The confirmation Tiwai Point is going to reduce its electricity usage next month isn't proving to be great news for everyone. The aluminium smelter's usage agreements means Meridian Energy can request it scale back production to meet electricity demands. But Energy Resources Aotearoa Chief Executive John Carnegie told Ryan Bridge production shouldn…

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Ryan Bridge: There should be minimum standards for Secret Service agents 2:18

3m ago2:18

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Have you seen the story floating around about the U.S. Secret Service? After the assassination attempt on Trump, the internet's been going nuts. Not just because, how did this happen? What a monumental cock-up. Who's responsible? But also because a number of the agents trying to protect the president were women. According to Time magazine, based on…

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Full Show Podcast: 18 July 2024 34:16

6m ago34:16

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Thursday 18th of July, inflation data is out, and it's much better than expected - banks are now predicting rates cuts as early as August. Ryan speaks to ASB Senior Economist Mark Smith. Tiwai aluminium smelter has been asked to reduce their electricity output to help with hydro levels - d…

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Gavin Grey: Europe Correspondent on the Indian farmer freed from "slave-like" conditions in Northern Italy 3:18

10m ago3:18

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Dozens of Indian farmers have been freed from “slave-like” working conditions in Northern Italy. The 33 workers were lured to the country with the promise of jobs and a better future. Allegedly, they were forced to work more than ten hours a day, seven days a week, their tiny wage used to pay off debts to the alleged gangmasters. Europe Corresponde…

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Henry Russell: ANZ Chief Economist on today's predicted inflation rate 3:19

11m ago3:19

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Latest data due out this morning is expected to show inflation is slowing down faster than expected but will it be enough to bring down interest rates? ANZ's Henry Russell and Infometrics' Brad Olsen expect a headline rate of 3.3%, but driven by offshore factors. Russell says a lot of the decline in inflation is being driven by things like food pri…

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Malcolm Mulholland: Patient Voice Aotearoa Chair on the new expectations for Pharmac 2:24

29m ago2:24

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There’s confidence Māori health outcomes won't be impacted by Pharmac focussing on health determinants rather than ethnicity. In a letter of expectations to Pharmac Board Chair Paula Bennett, David Seymour says he doesn't think its commitment to embedding the Treaty of Waitangi is appropriate, and it’s no longer expected. Seymour says the drug-buyi…

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Dylan Thomsen: AA Road Safety Spokesperson on the rolling out of more speed camera signs 3:34

6m ago3:34

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The rolling out of more speed camera signs has support from the AA. Transport Minister Simeon Brown has announced more than 100 signs will go up across the country, giving people the opportunity to check their speed and avoid tragic consequences. AA Road Safety Spokesperson Dylan Thomsen told Ryan Bridge it's a positive move. He says they expect to…

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Full Show Podcast: 17 July 2024 34:19

2h ago34:19

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 17th of July, the Consumer Price Index is out - most banks are predicting a drop, but what does it mean for you? Ryan finds out. New expectations for our drug buying agency Pharmac, what do patient advocates think of David Seymour's letter? Speed camera warning signs are being pu…

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Ryan Bridge: Former PMs need to stay away from current political debate 2:42

17m ago2:42

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I'm not a huge fan of former PMs sticking their oar into the water of current political debates. Not only are their thoughts rooted in briefings given by officials long ago, but when attacking a sitting Prime Minister, they tend to sound a bit whingy and out-of-touch. This is the case of Helen Clark and Don Brash, who've issued a statement condemni…

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How to write about zero. Are your emails accidentally rude? PAPST. 17:23

9d ago17:23

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1003. This week, we look at zero — what a weird number! It has two plurals, sometimes you use the word and sometimes you use the numeral, and it gave rise to a bunch of idioms in the World War II era. Then we turn our attention to email. Generational differences can lead to misunderstandings. We explain why and how to avoid them. | Edited transcrip…

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Donna Demaio: Australia Correspondent on the growing support for Peter Dutton and the coalition 2:37

36m ago2:37

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Australia’s Opposition leader is edging ahead in the polls amid growing economic concerns. A national Resolve poll saw Peter Dutton eclipse Anthony Albanese as preferred Prime Minister for the first time, backed by 36% of voters compared to Albanese’s 35%. Australia Correspondent Donna Demaio told Ryan Bridge support for the Coalition lifted from 3…

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Max Whitehead: Employment Relations Expert on the new phone case management service for those on the Jobseeker benefit 2:17

12m ago2:17

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There's a belief the Government's new service for young job seekers is a nudge in the right direction. Social Development Minister Louise Upston's announced a new phone case management service for people on the Jobseeker Benefit, due to expand to 4000 people. 18-24-year-olds will receive monthly calls, with benefit sanctions if the person misses th…

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