Best Simon Ewing Jarvie Podcasts (2024)

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Indefensible New Zealand National Security Podcast S2E5 Optimum National Power 27:32

1M ago27:32

27:32

This episode was produced in the run-up to the new government’s first budget later in May. There is an expectation of increased spending on Defence. That remains to be seen but if there is, what should it be on? A lot of discussion takes place around what sort of hardware and how many people the New Zealand Defence Force needs to have in order to a…

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Indefensible New Zealand National Security Podcast S2E4 - Defence Force Sacred Cows 24:57

2M ago24:57

24:57

The New Zealand Defence Force has a number of well documented problems. Even at full strength, it lacks the mass, firepower and sustainability to engage in medium to high intensity conflict. However, at the moment it also has significant recruitment, retention, morale and mental health problems. The latter extends to the veteran community as well. …

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A Better National Day 12:03

5M ago12:03

12:03

Recorded on 6 February 2024 which is Waitangi Day in New Zealand. Simon discusses the lack of meaning of the national day for most New Zealanders. The discussion then travels to thinking about how the NZ Defence Force epitomises an effective multi-cultural example of unity for the country and how this could be enhanced while simultaneously dealing …

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Intro to Defence Lobbying in NZ 2024 10:06

5M ago10:06

10:06

There has been a lot of speculation about defence since the announcement of the new Cabinet. I would classify much of this as “breathless longing” in that many are joining the dots between last year’s documentary assessments, a deteriorating international security situation, a hollow defence force and a strong national security related ministerial …

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New Government Old Defence - *NEW SEASON! 4:55

7M ago4:55

4:55

Welcome to Season 2 of Indefensible New Zealand - the podcast all about New Zealand's national security. In this episode, Dr Simon Ewing-Jarvie discusses the post-election situation for defence. At the time of recording, the new coalition government parties are still negotiating and it is not yet known who will be the Minister of Defence and Vetera…

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Defending NZ 3 - Insurgency & Resistance 9:48

8M ago9:48

9:48

Welcome to the final episode of season 1. This is the third part of our discussion about defending New Zealand against an invading force that is intent on occupying our land. In episode 8, I took a red team view of how New Zealand might be attacked. That was followed in the next two episodes with a long-range defence without the involvement of alli…

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VoterTorque Political Podcast Election 2023 S2E18 - Health 16:35

8M ago16:35

16:35

Heather and Simon discuss health policies in the final week of the election campaign. There is general agreement that nothing being offered will result in the structural reforms and workforce solutions needed to get New Zealand's health system working properly. Although proposed increases to Medical School outputs for doctors will help, the numbers…

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VoterTorque Political Podcast Election 2023 S2E17 - Law and Order 8:10

9M ago8:10

8:10

With the beautiful Havelock marina and the Tui Coffee cart as a backdrop, Heather and Simon discuss the differences in approaches to law and order issues offered up by parties in election 2023. It seems the left (both liberal and conservative) are focussing their policies on harm minimisation, rehabilitation and alternative approaches The parties o…

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VoterTorque Political Podcast Election 2023 S2E16 - Micro Parties and Lists 7:40

9M ago7:40

7:40

This episode is recorded 'on the road' along State Highway 6 between Havelock and Blenheim. Easy Vote cards and party lists have started appearing in letterboxes around the country. Heather and Simon discuss some of the so-called micro-parties like Animal Justice, Aotearoa Legalise Cannabis Party, Democracy NZ, Freedoms NZ, Leighton Baker, New Nati…

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VoterTorque Political Podcast Election 2023 S2E15 - Audience Questions (3) 16:28

9M ago16:28

16:28

This is the third episode in the season where Heather and Simon answer questions submitted by the audience. In this episode, they discuss: 1. Immigration - effects on housing, infrastructure and the workforce. 2. The so-called "bellwether" seats of Hamilton East and West, Northcote and a general chat about some other interesting electorates like Hu…

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VoterTorque Political Podcast Election 2023 S2E14 - Political Pre-Wedding Jitters 7:33

9M ago7:33

7:33

Heather and Simon discuss the latest developments. National's Chris Luxon has been busy ruling out some of ACT's policies. Meanwhile, ACT's David Seymour fired a shot back across the bow with the suggestion of providing confidence and not supply in order to change the government. Serious negotiation or just political pre-wedding jitters? Who is the…

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VoterTorque Political Podcast Election 2023 S2E13 - Mood of the Voter 9:05

9M ago9:05

9:05

By Simon Ewing-Jarvie & Heather Roy

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VoterTorque Political Podcast Election 2023 S2E12 - Changing of the Guard 8:02

9M ago8:02

8:02

By Simon Ewing-Jarvie & Heather Roy

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VoterTorque Political Podcast Election 2023 S2E11 - Potential Coalition Combinations 10:20

9M ago10:20

10:20

What are the possible party combinations that could form a government in election 2023?By Simon Ewing-Jarvie & Heather Roy

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VoterTorque Political Podcast Election 2023 S2E10 - Audience Questions (2) 16:35

9M ago16:35

16:35

The second episode covering questions from the audience. You can send yours in via the contacts page on our website torquepoint.co.nz or add them to the comments section on YouTubeBy Simon Ewing-Jarvie & Heather Roy

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VoterTorque Political Podcast Election 2023 S2E9 - Campaign Slogans 10:48

9M ago10:48

10:48

Heather and Simon go on a field trip in Wellington to discuss the election billboards and slogans.By Simon Ewing-Jarvie & Heather Roy

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VoterTorque Political Podcast Election 2023 S2E8 - GST off Food 7:59

9M ago7:59

7:59

Labour, NZ First and Maori parties are promising to take goods and services tax off fresh fruit and veges if they win the upcoming election. Most experts think it is a bad idea. Heather and Simon discuss this.By Simon Ewing-Jarvie & Heather Roy

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VoterTorque Political Podcast Election 2023 S2E7 - National Security Government Announcements 10:23

9M ago10:23

10:23

In the last week, the New Zealand government has released three documents relating to national security: Aotearoa’s National Security Strategy: Secure Together Tō Tātou Korowai Manaaki Defence Policy and Strategy Statement Future Force Design Principles These were preceded by a public consultation exercise, a long-term insights briefing and a forei…

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VoterTorque Political Podcast Election 2023 S2E6 - Issues 13:31

9M ago13:31

13:31

Heather Roy and Simon Ewing-Jarvie discuss current political issues that are front of mind for voters. These range from the economy and cost of living to crime and co-governance. Issues episodes will recur throughout the season so send in your ideas or questions for discussion. You can send in questions for the podcast hosts through the ⁠contacts p…

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VoterTorque Political Podcast Election 2023 S2E5 - Audience Questions (1) 11:28

9M ago11:28

11:28

Heather and Simon answer questions from the VoterTorque audience. In this episode the questions addressed are: 1. What does TOP stand for? 2. Will Winston Peters get back into parliament? 3. What is an overhang? 4. What is meant by hard right and hard left? Questions and answers will be published approximately every 5th episode. You can send in que…

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VoterTorque Political Podcast Election 2023 S2E4 - Political Polls 12:58

9M ago12:58

12:58

Do political polls reflect or shape public opinion in New Zealand? With an election due on 14 October, this is an important question that is discussed by Heather and Simon. What’s important are the trends and other questions like whether people think the country is headed in the right or wrong direction.…

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VoterTorque Political Podcast Election 2023 S2E3 - Political Compass 8:16

9M ago8:16

8:16

In this episode, Simon Ewing-Jarvie and Heather Roy work their way through the TorquePoint political compass quiz and discuss how to interpret it. You can download a copy of the quiz from our website at torquepoint.co.nz to position yourself on the NZ political spectrum.By Simon Ewing-Jarvie & Heather Roy

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VoterTorque Political Podcast Election 2023 S2E2 - Political Spectrum 12:57

9M ago12:57

12:57

Former ACT Deputy Leader and Government Minister, Heather Roy, and TorquePoint CDO Simon Ewing-Jarvie update their political spectrum for the 2023 New Zealand General Election. The series is also available as a slideshow on YouTube. It examines the merits of commentators and journalists referring to parties and politicians as simply left or right. …

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VoterTorque Political Podcast Election 2023 S2E1 Introduction to Season 2 6:32

9M ago6:32

6:32

Simon Ewing-Jarvie and Heather Roy from TorquePoint are back for the run up to New Zealand’s 2023 General Election to bring you their analysis of each of the political parties, what they’re offering and how they compare. This introductory episode outline the main topics to be covered in season 2.By Simon Ewing-Jarvie & Heather Roy

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VoterTorque Election 2020 S1E19 - Kaikoura Electorate Candidates Meeting 12:25

9M ago12:25

12:25

By Simon Ewing-Jarvie & Heather Roy

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VoterTorque Election 2020 S1E10 - Listener Questions (1) 10:12

9M ago10:12

10:12

By Simon Ewing-Jarvie & Heather Roy

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VoterTorque Election 2020 S1E11 - Parties Contesting Election 2020 9:20

9M ago9:20

9:20

By Simon Ewing-Jarvie & Heather Roy

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VoterTorque Election 2020 S1E12 - ACT Party 12:09

9M ago12:09

12:09

By Simon Ewing-Jarvie & Heather Roy

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VoterTorque Election 2020 S1E13 - Green Party 13:10

9M ago13:10

13:10

By Simon Ewing-Jarvie & Heather Roy

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VoterTorque Election 2020 S1E14 - Labour Party 11:46

9M ago11:46

11:46

By Simon Ewing-Jarvie & Heather Roy

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VoterTorque Election 2020 S1E15 - National Party 12:38

9M ago12:38

12:38

By Simon Ewing-Jarvie & Heather Roy

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VoterTorque Election 2020 S1E17 - Maori Party 7:18

9M ago7:18

7:18

By Simon Ewing-Jarvie & Heather Roy

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VoterTorque Election 2020 S1E18 - TOP and New Conservative Party 11:03

9M ago11:03

11:03

By Simon Ewing-Jarvie & Heather Roy

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VoterTorque Election 2020 S1E20 - End-of-Life Choice Referendum 5:56

9M ago5:56

5:56

By Simon Ewing-Jarvie & Heather Roy

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VoterTorque Election 2020 S1E21 - Cannabis Legalisation and Control Referendum 5:42

9M ago5:42

5:42

By Simon Ewing-Jarvie & Heather Roy

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VoterTorque Election 2020 S1E22 - Possibilities for Next Defence and Veterans Minister 8:03

9M ago8:03

8:03

By Simon Ewing-Jarvie & Heather Roy

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VoterTorque Election 2020 S1E16 - NZ First Party 10:35

9M ago10:35

10:35

By Simon Ewing-Jarvie & Heather Roy

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VoterTorque Election 2020 S1E6 - Political Polls 7:27

9M ago7:27

7:27

By Simon Ewing-Jarvie & Heather Roy

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VoterTorque Election 2020 S1E9 - The Dilemma of the 'Wasted' Vote 5:54

9M ago5:54

5:54

By Simon Ewing-Jarvie & Heather Roy

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VoterTorque Election 2020 S1E8 - MMP Pros and Cons 7:28

9M ago7:28

7:28

By Simon Ewing-Jarvie & Heather Roy

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VoterTorque Election 2020 S1E7 - MMP Basics 5:46

9M ago5:46

5:46

By Simon Ewing-Jarvie & Heather Roy

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VoterTorque Election 2020 S1E5 - Election Advertising 6:22

9M ago6:22

6:22

By Simon Ewing-Jarvie & Heather Roy

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VoterTorque Election 2020 S1E4 - Political Compass 6:16

9M ago6:16

6:16

By Simon Ewing-Jarvie & Heather Roy

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VoterTorque Election 2020 S1E3 - Political Spectrum 5:36

9M ago5:36

5:36

By Simon Ewing-Jarvie & Heather Roy

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VoterTorque Election 2020 S1E2 - The Orange Guy 8:24

9M ago8:24

8:24

By Simon Ewing-Jarvie & Heather Roy

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VoterTorque Election 2020 S1E1 - Introduction to the Season 5:40

9M ago5:40

5:40

By Simon Ewing-Jarvie & Heather Roy

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Defending New Zealand #2 - The Prickly Kiwi 8:42

2y ago8:42

8:42

In the second part of 'Defending New Zealand', I discuss how the country might configure itself to deal with an invading force that has the intention of putting boots on the ground. This discussion touches on overt kinetic attacks such as missiles, rockets and bombs, digital attack and covert (fifth column or enemy SOF) attacks on military and civi…

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Defending New Zealand 1 - Armed Neutral and Long Range 13:46

3y ago13:46

13:46

This is the first episode in a series that discusses New Zealand's defence needs and a brief insight into current shortfalls. While acknowledging that the people within the current New Zealand Defence Force are as good or better than those who have gone before, Simon Ewing-Jarvie bluntly points out that, in a war of commitment such as the defence o…

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Attacking New Zealand - A Red Team View 11:49

3y ago11:49

11:49

A notional red team of industry experts (from 'Buranda'), takes on the challenge of attacking New Zealand with the objective of bringing down the Government and bringing in a system that is more open to its aims and views. No invasion or occupation is involved in this scenario which focuses instead on targetting the essentials of life and creating …

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National Security Posture or Pose? 18:16

3y ago18:16

18:16

The focus of this episode is national security posture options for New Zealand. Simon Ewing-Jarvie and Heather Roy discuss four options: 1. Maintaining armed alignment with traditional allies and partners 2. Seeking new treaties, allies and partners more closely aligned to protecting our current economic interests 3. Adopting a strategy of armed no…

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