Best Geoffrey P Smith Podcasts (2024)

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Tony Johnson: Rugby Commentator on the departure of Leon MacDonald from the All Blacks coaching staff 4:37

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The rugby world is reeling from Leon MacDonald’s abrupt departure from his role as assistant coach of the All Blacks. NZ Rugby announced the news yesterday, Scott Robertson telling the media that their coaching techniques didn’t quite click. Rugby Commentator Tony Johnson told Ryan Bridge that there’s a couple of schools of thought surrounding the …

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Mark Hooper: Federated Farmers resource management spokesperson on the newly announced reforms to the Resource Management Act 3:38

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There’s relief over imminent changes to resource management rules on private farmland. The Government has announced a second amendment to the Resource Management Act, which will set new national directions for areas such as infrastructure, energy, and farming. Federated Farmers resource management spokesperson Mark Hooper told Ryan Bridge this chan…

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Vincent McAviney: Europe Correspondent on Andrew Tate's further house arrest following new allegations 2:30

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Controversial influencer Andrew Tate's under house arrest following damming new allegations. Tate and his brother are being investigated by Romanian authorities for allegations including sex with a minor and trafficking underage persons. One of the 35 alleged victims is as young as 15 years old. UK Correspondent Vincent McAviney told Ryan Bridge th…

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Simon Marks: FSN Correspondent on the report that Former Democrat Robert F Kennedy Jr. will endorse Donald Trump 3:57

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A curve ball has been thrown for Kamala Harris as she's about to accept her presidential nomination. US media is reporting the independent, and former Democrat, Robert F Kennedy Junior is planning to pull out of the race and endorse Republication nominee Donald Trump. It coincides with the final day of the Democratic National Convention, where Harr…

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Ryan Bridge: On New Zealand's energy crisis 2:44

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Resource and Associate Energy Minister Shane Jones has given quite a fiery speech in the House taking aim at the Greens over Labour's oil and gas ban, calling out their opposition to using Kiwi coal. "We can power up New Zealand by using our domestic coal resources. But that party would rather see New Zealanders thrown on the unemployment scrap hea…

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Full Show Podcast: 23 August 2024 34:31

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Friday the 23rd of August, All Blacks assistant coach Leon MacDonald has left the team a week before they head to South Africa - what does it mean for the team? Ruby commentator Tony Johnson talks to Ryan. It's the final day of the Democratic National Convention where Kamala Harris will fo…

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Matt Cowley: Local Government Business Forum Chair ahead of the second day of the Local Government New Zealand conference 3:51

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Anticipation is building over Government announcements at the second day of the Local Government New Zealand conference in Wellington today. It comes after Prime Minister Christopher Luxon ruffled feathers yesterday with an address telling councils to cut back on wasteful spending. Local Government Minister Simeon Brown is expected to speak to the …

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John Harbord: Major Electricity Users' Group Chair on the possibility of using more water from hydro lakes to generate power 3:51

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Transpower will today decide whether it'll take the next big step in combatting the current power shortage. Spiking electricity prices have forced Winstone's central North Island pulp and sawmills to propose closing, with more than 200 jobs on the line. Transpower will make a decision on if generators can take more water from the hydro lakes - crea…

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Kelly Seaburg: New Shoots Children's Centre director on the concerns over pre-school children's literacy skills 5:04

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There are concerns over the impact of Covid-19 on children's spoken language skills. The Education Review Office research shows more than two-thirds of parents report their child had language difficulties before they started school last year. It found a similar number of teachers blame the lockdown period for its impact. New Shoots Children's Centr…

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Ryan Bridge: Luxon's broadside to local governments should be telling him that he's on the right track 2:01

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The reactions overnight to Luxon's broadside to the mayors and the local councils in Wellington yesterday should be telling him that he's pretty much on the right track. He got stuck in overspending on dumb stuff, his words, like convention centres, at the expense of basic stuff like leaky pipes. "I think the building that we're in today is a class…

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Full Show Podcast: 22 August 2024 34:33

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Thursday 22nd August 2024, Local Council leaders have been told by the Prime Minister to reign in their own spending before asking central government for more money. Local Business Forum Chair Matt Cowley speaks to Ryan about what local economies need. The Education Review Office has found…

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Creating a Loving Healthcare Community with Dr. Apurv Gupta & Stephanie Feals 44:34

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In this powerful episode, host Geoffrey Smith speaks with healthcare change makers Stephanie Feals and Dr. Apurv Gupta. Together, they discuss the critical importance of love, compassion, and empathy in healthcare. Stephanie shares her deeply personal journey, highlighting how her unique blend of communication expertise and personal healthcare expe…

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Gavin Grey: UK Correspondent on the continuing rescue efforts for the sunken superyacht near Sicily 3:11

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Rescuers are still racing to find survivors from the sunken superyacht near Sicily. The yacht's Kiwi captain James Catfield has survived, along with Christchurch lawyer Ayla Ronald and her partner. But correspondent Gavin Grey told Ryan Bridge others are still believed to be trapped in the boat's hull. Among them are Ronald's colleague Christopher …

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Brigitte Morten: Political Commentator on Darleen Tana refusing to resign, the Green Party proposing the Waka Jumping legislation to it's members 2:50

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There could be a battle brewing between Green Party MPs and grass root party members. Independent MP Darleen Tana has written a letter to the Greens which says they will vote with the party, which will mean proportionality stays the same. The Green Party leadership will take the proposition to use the Waka Jumping legislation to the wider party mem…

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David Tripe: Massey University Banking Expert on the Commerce Commission's report into the New Zealand banking sector 3:16

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There's a belief the Government could make part of Kiwibank public-owned. The Commerce Commission's market study shows there's little competition between the big four banks, and they take high profits by international standards. It recommends giving Kiwibank access to more capital to better compete and become a disruptor. Massey University's bankin…

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Ryan Bridge: The Treaty Principles Bill is dead in the water 1:39

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David Seymour, you might have seen him on the news last night or in the Herald yesterday, basically calling Christopher Luxon and the government undemocratic for refusing to support this Treaty Principles Bill passed the first reading when it gets to select committee. This is what he said on the news last night. "Well, I think it is disrespectful a…

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Full Show Podcast: 21 August 2024 34:27

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 21st August 2024. How can Kiwibank become a better competitor for the big Aussie Banks? Banking expert David Tripe takes us through the options. AA has found our learner driver licensing system is much more relaxed than Australia's - what improvements can we make to keep young dr…

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Viv Beck: Heart of the City CEO on the drop in retail crime in the Auckland CBD 3:19

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A coordinated response between the Police and Auckland Council is being credited for a steep drop in retail crime in the CBD. The number of thefts and burglaries has fallen 50% since January last year. Heart of the City Chief Executive Viv Beck says while some haven't seen it yet, there's been a noticeable decrease. She told Ryan Bridge the next st…

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Mark Quin: Ambulance Association Division Chairman on the impact of the St John ambulance labour strike 3:58

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Christchurch Hato Hone St John ambulance workers are kicking off a day of nationwide rallies following pay negotiation breakdowns. More than two and a half thousand officers are taking part in staggered four-hour withdrawals of labour until 4am tomorrow. Christchurch staff will march from 8am. Ambulance Association Division Chairman Mark Quin told …

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Simon Marks: FSN Correspondent on what's set to happen at the Democratic National Convention, Kamala Harris leads in Fox News poll 3:43

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US President Joe Biden's expected to dominate the first day of the Democratic National Convention. It starts in Chicago today and is where Vice President Kamala Harris and her running mate Governor Tim Walz will accept their presidential and vice presidential nominations. Biden's expected to give an address and make a symbolic handover to Harris. F…

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Ryan Bridge: Are we being too safe with our comedy? 2:20

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Ever wondered what the funniest joke in the world is? Well, I can tell you because the Edinburgh Fringe Festival has declared the funniest joke. It's a ship gag, a gag about a ship, as in like a vessel that goes in the ocean. To be honest, it's not that funny and maybe I'm just getting older and mingy about life. I don't know, maybe I don't find th…

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Full Show Podcast: 20 August 2024 33:55

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 20th August 2024, it's day one of the Democratic National Convention. We cross live to Chicago to get an insight into what’s going down. Crime numbers are down in our biggest city, but are businesses on the ground actually seeing any difference? Heart of the City's Viv Beck speaks …

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Nick Tuffley: Economic pressure and inflation showing signs of easing 3:05

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ASB's quarterly report reveals economic pressure and inflation showing signs of easing. We're seeing early signs of a turnaround for the economy... ASB's quarterly forecast shows signs inflation will fall below 3% over the second half of this year and remain well contained beyond 2024. They're also expecting GDP to remain flat-to-down over the rest…

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Ryan Bridge: The problem of labelling in the media 2:22

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Outrage at the weekend over the Human Rights Commission. The Chief Human Rights Commissioner has been announced as Dr Steven Rainbow and he was once accused of being transphobic or anti trans. And it's one of those terms that can quickly change the tone or the perception of an article that you're reading. I remember this from the university college…

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Chris Cahill: Police Association President on the government's $1.3 billion dollar road policing investment programme 4:37

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Details of the government's $1.3 billion dollar road policing investment programme have been revealed. It includes new targets for roadside breath and drug tests. Police are expected to carry out 3.3 million breath tests per year. 65% of those have to be done in high risk areas or during high risk times. $72 million of the funding will be put aside…

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Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast: 19 August 2024 34:14

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Monday 19th August 2024. New cash for police, but they have to meet targets for roadside breath and alcohol tests - are the targets achievable? Police Association President Chris Cahill joins Ryan. ASB say economic relief is on the way. Chief Economist Nick Tufley has the latest from their…

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Elliott Smith: ZB Rugby Commentator ahead of this weekend's rematch between the All Blacks and Argentina 3:11

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Will the All Blacks redeem themselves after last week’s loss? This Saturday they’ll be facing Argentina in a rematch at Eden Park, a week on from losing to 30-38 in Wellington. Scott Robertson has made some major changes to the Kiwi side, including the return of former captain Sam Cane. Newstalk ZB Rugby Commentator Elliott Smith told Ryan Bridge t…

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Geoffrey Miller: Geopolitical Analyst on the 501 deportation meeting between Christopher Luxon and Anthony Albanese 3:43

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501s will be the hot button topic in Christopher Luxon's meeting in Canberra today with the Australian Prime Minister. Anthony Albanese's government has pulled a recent u-turn on the common-sense approach he'd agreed to with former Prime Minister Jacinda Arden in 2022. Australia is no longer considering a person's ties to the country before deporti…

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Bill Hodge: Former Auckland University Law Professor on the extradition of Kim Dotcom and his likely trial in the US 3:54

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Kim Dotcom could have his fate sealed by early next year. The tech mogul may soon find himself on trial in the US after Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith confirmed he'd signed his extradition. Former Auckland University Professor of Law Bill Hodge told Ryan Bridge Dotcom's penultimate step is a judicial review, but he can't precisely predict how long…

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Ryan Bridge: Why is New Zealand so bad at infrastructure? 1:52

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There's a reason politicians can't agree on much of anything. Luxon is in Australia at the moment, he's on an infrastructure whistle stop tour. The question - why are we so bad, and the Aussies seemingly so much better at it? There are many reasons like public, private partnerships and user pays. In New South Wales, they've used asset sales to fund…

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Full Show Podcast: 16 August 2024 34:08

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Friday the 16th of August, Kim Dotcom's extradition order has been signed by the Justice Minister, can he fight it? Former law professor Bill Hodge joins the show to give his thoughts. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon is meeting with his Australian counterpart today. Geoffrey Miller talks …

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Mitch McCann: US Correspondent on Kamala Harris leading six swing states in new polls 1:58

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The Kamala swing continues. New polling out today shows Harris is leading slightly or tied in six of the seven swing states. Back in May, Former President Donald Trump was leading in almost all swing states. US Correspondent Mitch McCann told Ryan Bridge it illustrates just how much this race has changed. He says Trump is trying to take back the na…

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Damian McGill: Healthy Home Cooperation Director on spray foam insulation and the risk of moisture build up 4:52

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There’s a chance your home-reno could keep you from selling your house. A couple in the UK was recently unable to sell their home after installing spray foam insulation. The way the foam is installed and how much ventilation it has could cause damage to roofing timber, particularly in colder climates, and New Zealand installers have to produce a st…

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Glenn Dobson: Drug Detection Agency CEO on the origins of the meth-laced lollies unknowingly distributed by Auckland City Mission 2:53

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Questions remain over how blocks of methamphetamine in lolly wrappers made their way to the Auckland City Mission. The mission distributed the Rinda pineapple lollies in food parcels over several weeks. The hand-outs could affect up to 400 people, and at least three people, including a child and teenager, have received medical treatment. Drug Detec…

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Nicola Willis: Finance Minister on the Reserve Bank cutting the Official Cash Rate to 2.25% 6:09

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Nicola Willis won't be drawn on the Reserve Bank's sudden change of tune on the Official Cash Rate. It's lowered the rate to 5.25% due to further signs of falling inflation. Economist Brad Olsen says the central bank needs to take accountability for radically changing its forecast without a radical change in circumstances. Nicola Willis told Ryan B…

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Ryan Bridge: Another example of bureaucracy undermining government policy 1:57

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You've got to ask yourself who's running the show. There's been another example of bureaucracy seemingly undermining the government on its cost cutting plan which, remember, from outset they said wouldn't impact the front line. A Health New Zealand manager has done a PowerPoint to 90 staff about upcoming changes, and they indicated that jobs could …

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Full Show Podcast: 15 August 2024 34:28

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Thursday the 15th of August, the Reserve Bank has cut New Zealand's Official Cash Rate. Ryan gets the thoughts of Finance Minister Nicola Willis. Spray foam insulation - could it installing it incorrectly prevent you from selling your house? Meth has been found in lollies given out by the …

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Gavin Grey: UK Correspondent on the 13 year old girl pleading guilty to threatening unlawful violence during a UK protest 2:11

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A thirteen-year-old girl has pleaded guilty to threatening unlawful violence during a protest in the UK. The event took place during a week of unrest over asylum seekers and illegal migrants, and follows two twelve-year-old boys pleading guilty to other offences in a similar riot. UK Correspondent Gavin Grey told Ryan Bridge the girl was among a cr…

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John Carran: Jarden Economist and Investment Strategist ahead of today's OCR announcement 2:53

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It’s an important call today for the Reserve Bank as they decide whether to drop the Official Cash Rate. Bank economists are divided, Westpac, ANZ and Kiwibank anticipate the Reserve Bank to hold the OCR at 5.5%. BNZ is expecting it to go down, as is ASB, who predicts it'll fall by 25-basis points to 5.25% , which would be the first drop since 2020…

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Michael Bunce: Genetics Expert on the applications of gene-editing research and the Government shifting regulations 4:34

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Scientists believe there are great applications for taking gene-editing research outside - under new regulations. The Government's planning to introduce legislation this year to let researchers develop and commercialise gene tech products outside laboratories. Genetics expert Michael Bunce at Australia's Curtin University says under current laws, u…

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Cath O'Brien: Board of Airline Representatives Executive Director on the tourism sector still not recovering to pre-pandemic levels 3:45

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New Zealand's tourism recovery has seemingly hit a snag. Overseas visitor arrivals reached 3.2 million in the year to June. That's up 27% from 2023, but still down 17% on pre-pandemic peaks. It comes as visa charges rise and hikes to the International Visitor Levy debated. Board of Airline Representatives Executive Director, Cath O'Brien told Ryan …

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Ryan Bridge: Buying a house is hard, but still worth it 1:53

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Buying a house is hard, but still worth it. There's new CoreLogic data out this morning, it's a housing affordability report looking at median property values versus median income for households. Let's put all the detail aside for a second and cut to the chase. Basically, the good news for you, houses are worth 7.9% household income – they were wor…

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Full Show Podcast: 14 August 2024 34:24

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 14th of August, it's OCR day - will the Reserve Bank cut our official cash rate? Jarden's John Carran joins the show to discuss. NZ's 30-year gene editing ban is set to be lifted, taking GE out of just the lab. Michael Bunce speaks to Ryan about what it means for new products, pr…

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Donna Demaio: Australia Correspondent on the calls to ban gambling ads in Australia 2:41

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The Australian Government is facing calls to go further with proposed restrictions on gambling ads. It's looking to ban ads during sports broadcasts, during children's programming, and online. But a 60-strong alliance —including former prime ministers John Howard and Malcolm Turnbull, and prominent figures from across the political spectrum— are ca…

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Martin Glynn: AA Policy Director on the introduction of congestion charging 3:03

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The AA says the devil will be in the details when it comes to “time of use” charging. Transport Minister Simeon Brown says he'll introduce legislation by the end of the year which will see drivers taxed to use some sections of road at certain times. AA Policy Director Martin Glynn says while there are benefits, there are also kinks to be worked out…

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Shirley Johnson: Youth Justice Consultant critiques the Government's new benefit sanctions scheme 4:07

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The Government's being accused of failing to learn from past mistakes with its new benefit sanctions scheme. It's announced new rules requiring beneficiaries to reapply more often. People who fail to follow the rules could see half their benefit put on a payment card can that only be spent on essentials. Youth justice consultant Shirley Johnson tol…

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Ryan Bridge: Retail crime numbers are hurting the Government 2:22

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Every government is thinking ahead to when they next need to be re-elected. There's a risk here that the government is taking when it goes for sanctions on beneficiaries, when it goes for tougher requirements and criteria when it comes to social housing, for example, and you're starting to see some kick back already in response to some of these cha…

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Tommy Honey: Construction Industry Council Executive Director on the survey showing builders believe the slowdown will continue another year 3:19

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It's a waiting game for the construction sector as the economic downturn continues to bite. The latest EBOSS Builder Sentiment Report shows 67% of builders are seeing less demand for their services. 70% feel industry conditions will continue to decline in the next 12 months. Construction Industry Council Executive Director Tommy Honey told Ryan Bri…

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Full Show Podcast: 13 August 2024 34:32

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Tuesday the 13th of August 2024, new requirements and a traffic light sanction system have been introduced for beneficiaries, but what does it mean for our jobless youth? Congestion charging is on the way for our busiest roads. AA Policy Director Martin Glynn talks to Ryan about what it me…

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Gavin Grey: UK correspondent says there's major security concerns for Taylor Swift London shows after Austria 1:42

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Taylor Swift's upcoming London shows will go ahead after a foiled plot to attack her now-cancelled Vienna concerts. A 19-year-old with Islamic State ties has been arrested and confirmed they planned a terror attack involving explosives and knives. Two other teen suspects have also been arrested. UK correspondent Gavin Grey told Ryan Bridge there's …

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