Best The Fifth Official Podcasts (2024)

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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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Political Coffee 8-19-2024 Will the coming chaos/riots at DNC drive swing voters to Trump/R's? Great Vance one liner about Kamala, 2 lies MZ118 proponents selling, Rich people fleeing Portland/MC and small ... 43:12

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Will the coming chaos at the DNC drive moderate voters to Trump/Republicans? It happened in 1968: https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2024/08/party-joy-marches-chicago-giant-killer-kamala-banner/ JD Vance great one liner about Kamala: https://x.com/JackPosobiec/status/1825176656983495091 Raising taxes creates prosperity? 2 lies MZ118 proponents are tr…

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Falcons Acquire Matthew Judon and Justin Simmons, Expectations Skyrocket, The Braves Are A Roller Coaster 45:37

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The boys freak out over the acquisition of Matthew Judon and Justin Simmons by the Falcons, talk preseason football and take another ride on the roller coaster that is the 2024 Atlanta Braves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Atlanta's Own: An Atlanta Sports Podcast

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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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Political Coffee 8-16-2024 43:19

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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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Political Coffee 8-15-2024 Rep Ed Diehl on OR's racist govt programs against whites, inflation is the issue, Vance fact checks reporter on inflation, Kamala wants soviet style food price controls, SCOTUS ... 43:10

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Rep Ed Diehl interview about Oregon’s unconstitutional and racist programs against whites: https://dailycaller.com/2024/08/14/ed-diehl-andrew-quinio-left-equality-harmful-discriminatory-practices-oregon/ Inflation is the issue: WH throws Kamala under the bus on her involvement in the bad economy. https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2024/08/ouch-white-…

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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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S1E4 FPL Roast My Team (RMT) GW1 Drafts with FPL Nima & FPL Fella 1:18:30

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🏆 Former Football Content Awards Gold Winner 2023- Best Fantasy Football Pod🥇 Join Nima and FPL Fella as they take a hilarious spin on the traditional RMT (Roast not Rate My Team) format with the final Locked In FPL stream pre-GW1. Prepare for a fun-filled session where they dissect and roast the fantasy teams sent in by viewers. If you think your …

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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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Political Coffee 8-14-2024: Stacey Ann interview for Friday's She Leads event, her SkyMed website, Black Americans who learn how R's fought for their freedom might vote R? Harris hypocrisy, Tampon Timmy ... 43:15

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Stacey Ann is back in OR for She Leads honoring event this Friday night at Reed Opera House at 7pm: https://www.sheleadsoregon.com/2024honorees Stacey Ann’s SkyMed website: https://skymed.com/staceyannpollard Will black Americans vote Republican once they learn the history of Republicans standing for black freedom? https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/…

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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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Ep. 484: NCAA Punishes and Feverishly Scolds Jim Harbaugh Over Breakfast Burgergate at Michigan, More Buckeye Fall Camp Developments, and Colorado Local Media Turns on Deion Sanders 1:03:07

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On this week's episode of The Eleven Dubcast, Johnny and George continue reacting to the ongoing litany of scandals surrounding Michigan football in wake of the NCAA effectively banning Jim Harbaugh from returning to college football over Breakfast Burgergate. The duo also explore more storylines out of Ohio State fall camp as well as how the Color…

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Political Coffee 8-13-2024: Sen Linthicum weekly interview, Elon/Trump X Space conversation had winning issue, 18% OR electricty increase coming, OR MZ116 pay commission sets stage for full time legislature ... 43:18

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Sen Linthicum weekly interview: https://electdennis.com/ Elon/Trump X Space conversation hit the nail on the head: Not having enough for groceries https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2024/08/12/trump-lot-people-dont-have-money-groceries/ Another OR 18% cost of living electricity increase coming soon to your utility bill: https://oregoncatalyst.com/7…

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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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Political Coffee 8-12-2024: Debunking Kamalamania weekend lies, OR MZ 118 gives new corp tax money to homeless and dead people, Kotek invokes statewide conflagration act to fight wildfires and so far we ... 43:20

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Don’t believe the Kamalamania out there: Cpt Set Keschel debunks the weekend lies: https://skeshel.substack.com/p/this-weekends-election-lies-debunked OR Mz 118 gives corp tax increase money to homeless and dead people. Vote no!! https://oregoncatalyst.com/79684-measure-118-tax-give-homeless-dead-people.html Kotek invokes statewide conflagration ac…

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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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Ryan Bridge: Not everybody wants to be at the mercy of a failed social housing system 2:16

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Who are we to believe when it comes to kids in motels? It’s undeniably a disaster. At its worst, we had 4000 kids living in motels and emergency accommodation in New Zealand. And the last lot who said it was a complex problem that required complex solutions, they said it would take time, and we sort of bought that argument because it does seem incr…

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Andrew Alderson: Ellesse Andrews claims second gold in individual sprint in Paris 3:54

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By Kris Shannon in Paris Ellesse Andrews has confirmed what this week already seemed clear – she is the world’s fastest woman on two wheels. The Kiwi claimed a second gold medal on the final day of the Paris Olympics, her victory in the individual sprint even more commanding than an earlier triumph in the keirin. Andrews won all nine sprint races s…

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Jason Walls: Newstalk ZB Political Editor on Trade Minister Todd McClay making a fifth trip to India in nine months 3:43

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Trade Minister Todd McClay is visiting India this week for the fifth time in nine months. He’ll meet with India’s Minister of Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal, for talks around forestry, agriculture and trade between the two countries. It follows Indian President Droupadi Murmu’s visit here last week. Newstalk ZB Political Editor Jason Walls joi…

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Nigel Avery: New Zealand Chef de Mission says about 20 percent of New Zealand Olympians in Paris have won a medal 5:41

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The Paris Olympics is coming to a close. Dame Lisa Carrington and Finn Butcher are leading out Kiwi athletes as the flagbearers for the closing ceremony, getting underway now. New Zealand now has 20 medals, including ten gold after a Bronze for Ally Wollaston and another Gold for Ellesse Andrews in the velodrome overnight. New Zealand Chef de Missi…

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Braves Are Officially A Mediocre Team, Dawn Of A New Falcons Season 51:13

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The boys talk resign themselves to the fact that the Braves just don't have it this year and wonder what the future holds for the organization. They also look ahead to the dawn of a new Falcons season that might bring one thing we haven't had around these parts for football in a long time... hope. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.f…

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Political Coffee 8-9-2024: Trump leads Kamals by 5 points, according to avg of polls Trump is almost at record high approval, Harris campaign removes Walz false military record from website, Walz did abandon ... 42:57

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Trump leads Kamala by 5 points in Rassmussen poll: https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2024/08/new-rasmussen-poll-shows-donald-trump-leading-kamala/ Polls: Trump’s popularity almost back to record highs: https://www.breitbart.com/2024-election/2024/08/09/donald-trumps-popularity-approaches-historic-high-3-months-election/ Harris campaign removes Walz …

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The Govt's plan to replace Three Waters 3:12

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Council-controlled water organisations will be able to leverage up to 500% of their operating revenues through the local government funding agency. The Commerce Commission will oversee it to make sure there is appropriate investment, maintenance, and delivery of water infrastructure for consumers long-term. Auckland Councillor Daniel Newman joins R…

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Vincent McAviney: UK Correspondent on Ukraine, UK riots 2:34

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A state of emergency has been declared in the Kursk region of Russia, as a rare cross-border attack by Ukrainian troops continued on Wednesday. Taylor Swift has been forced to cancel three concerts in Vienne, Austria, after a bomb and knife attack plot by a teenager who had pledged allegiance to ISIS. More marches across the United Kingdom has led …

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