Duncan Garner - Editor In Chief

On the show today: Sam Stubbs on how the Aussie banks are absolutely destroying Kiwis. But he's not here to moan, he's come armed with solutions. Alwyn Poole is all for charter schools, and so am I. So we chat education achievement and some of the stats are alarming, especially in our 'bottom 30' schools. Billy Stairmand is off to the Olympics! The surfer runs us through his preparation and where the surfing part of the games is taking place seeing as there's no surf on the river of Paris...funny that... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lyndy McIntyre is the one who got the living wage over the line in NZ, and she has a few thoughts on what she'd like to see businesses doing for their employees to help them out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the show today: Cost of Living - How the heck do we navigate this mess? Utilities Disputes boss Neil Mallon on how they can help you with extra costs that pop up EnableMe financial coach Liz Blake on working with budgets of all sizes Living wage founder Lyndy McIntyre on where to from here? What should companies and organisations be doing to look after employees? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Another inspirational character made their way to the rova studios today. Kris Edwards is a broadcaster of 30 years, working on NZs #1 music station "The Breeze" He also has Cerebral Palsy and has made a podcast that seeks to shine a light a light on the lives and triumphs of the NZ CP community. listen to the Cerebral Palsy Pod here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the show today: Trump and the assassination attempt: Has this won him the election? Former secret service spy Dr Paul Buchanan joins us out of the US of A to discuss. What's it like living with cerebral palsy? The Breeze's Kris Edwards is on the show to talk about his life with CP, 40 years in radio, and what NZ needs to do to help people with disabilities. Don't forget we go live every weekday morning at 7:30 YouTube, Twitch, and Tik Tok. All the other social, listen and watch links are here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Georgie is out with a sick kid so Holly and Brigitte are unsupervised.They talk about being the NATO side-gig, waka jumping former Greens MP Darleen Tana and a three page climate strategy.Yass Queen goes to a big bank and government department working together (shock horror) and Beehave Mate goes to Maorification. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the show today: Previewing the All Blacks v England game at Eden Park with Crusaders assistant coach James Marshall and John Day. Can England break the 30 year Eden Park hoodoo? Procrastination expert Tim Pychyl joins us for arguably our most fascinating interview ever. And where was I yesterday? NZTA have some explaining to do... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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I'm sick and tired of these arrogant idiots going into supermarkets, abusing staff, and knicking food. It's gotta stop Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the show today: Children are getting themselves in up to $30k debt with gambling sites...Seriously. This is a huge problem, and Aussie gambling researcher Dr Charles Livingstone gives us the facts from both sides of the ditch, live in studio. Speaking of Aussies, drug and alcohol researcher Dr Amie Hayley is with us to talk roadside drug testing and how it works in Australia. Should we use this here in NZ? Too late if you disagree, because legislation is being put through to allow police to randomly check any vehicle they believe may be driven by a drugged driver. Supermarket theft - 10s of millions a year worth of product is stolen from stores. Woolworths NZ Director of Stores, Jason Stockill is with us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I spoke to Dr Amie Hayley about the Australian experience with roadside drug testing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jeepers creepers - we really went in depth on the Darleen Tana debacle today. If you're unsure who she is or what she's done, a quick Google will give you all you need. We speak with a victim of hers, as well as political commentator Brigitte Morten from 3 Gals 1 Beehive, AND I've got a Slam Dunc on Darleen too. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the show today: A Darleen Tana expose + will/should she fall on her sword? Victim of Tana, Chuck Simpson, joins us for his reaction, and political commentator Brigitte Morten on the 'waka jumping' law that could be imposed. Sharyn Casey on her new podcast Better Me Hopefully - a podcast about debunking all these wellness fads that are out there. From naturopaths to the miracle drug Ozempic, this podcast has it all. V8 Supercar legend Greg Murphy on these bizarre speed limit laws that councils are holding fort on. Is going slower more harm than good? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the show today: The government's new 'shoebox' housing plan - let's build up, in, and more of these small 'shack-like' houses...but at what cost to our living standards? AUT professor of construction John Tookey on this. Sports Wrap with John Day: Huuuge debate around the All Blacks new jersey. Words like 'Shakespearean', 'blouse', 'bib-like' are bounced around. 3 News - the new Stuff venture...Is it any good? Will we Kiwis support it? Razor Robertson and the importance of this man to the entire country. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Let's chat with the legendary Ian Jones about the All Blacks vs England. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Online safety advocate Rob Cope joins me to look at the issue of children’s addiction to digital devices, especially during the school holidays. We get into the rapid changes in the digital world, the risks of unfiltered internet access, and the consequences of hyper-stimulation from constant screen time. Rob shares alarming insights on children’s exposure to inappropriate content and the disconnect from real life caused by digital addiction. Most importantly, we discuss practical solutions for parents to regain control, set boundaries, and foster safer online habits for our children. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we get set for a big weekend of rugby with Scott Robertson’s debut as the All Blacks' coach and with the school holidays starting we talk keeping your kids safe online: Sir Ian Jones: Former All Black lock, sharing his perspective on Scott Robertson’s strategy and the pressure of leading the All Blacks against England. John Day: Sports journalist from the Sporting Rumble podcast, giving his take on the latest in sports. Rob Cope: Online safety advocate, offering essential tips for parents to keep their kids safe online during the school holidays. Don't forget we go live every weekday morning at 7:30 YouTube, Twitch, and Tik Tok. All the other social, listen and watch links are here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duncan issues a strong warning to parents about the dangers of online gambling targeting children, especially during school holidays. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duncan interviews Shay Peters from Robert Walters Recruitment to discuss the current state of the job market in New Zealand. Covering the significant decline in job advertisements, especially in Wellington, and the impact of these changes on job seekers. Shay shares advice on leveraging one's background, being regionally mobile, and the importance of continuous upskilling. The conversation also touches on the challenges posed by immigration, the exodus of young New Zealanders, and the future implications for the economy. Practical tips for job seekers, including the importance of maintaining a robust LinkedIn profile. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We dive into the pressing issues surrounding New Zealand's water infrastructure. With Three Waters gone, smaller councils face enormous challenges in delivering clean water. Ron Mark, Mayor of Carterton, shares his insights on potential solutions, including the amalgamation of councils. We also hear from David Graham of the Billy Graham Youth Foundation on funding cuts, and Shay Peters from Robert Walters Recruitment offers career advice in a tight job market. Don't forget we go live every weekday morning at 7:30 YouTube, Twitch, and Tik Tok. All the other social, listen and watch links are here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We discuss the state of the education system midway through the school year, touching on significant changes, challenges, and innovations. Topics include the new minister Erica Stanford's policies, such as the focus on reading, writing, and math and the ban on cell phones. We also delve into concerns about truancy, student performance, teacher shortages, and the relevance of the curriculum. Claire Amos, Principal of Albany Senior High School, provides insights into the mixed results of education reforms, the importance of creativity in learning, and the need for better resources and support for teachers. Discussions include the impact of social media, the digital divide, and proposed curriculum changes, highlighting the necessity for investment in education and the professional development of teachers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A solution to our GP shortage. Grant and Louise Schofield from Prekure have a solution to our shortage of medical professionals Turbulence again! Is this the new norm for flying? Halfway through the school year and end of term 2. How are the new national rules going? Also, how do deal with parent teacher interviews (which are now called 'student conferences' cause you have to take the kid with you) and mid year reports (esp if they are bad) Claire Amos from Albany Senior High School offers her view. Don't forget we go live every weekday morning at 7:30 YouTube, Twitch, and Tik Tok. All the other social, listen and watch links are here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the show today: Andrew Galloway from Alcohol Healthwatch: Alcohol levvy charges increasing & is it actually doing anything to stop alcohol harm? No is the answer. Why not though? Kings College...and why they are cheats. Flight Centre GM Heidi Walker: Why flights are so bloody expensive, and where to go this school holidays. Plonker Rankings: We have a brand new Plonker! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the show today: Joe Biden, or should we call him The Mumble In The Jungle, seemed incoherent and quite frankly out-of-it in the first Presidential debate of 2024. USA political scientist Maria Armoudian joins us to figure answer 'what's the go with Sleepy Joe?', should he stand down, and also, the remarkably dangerous Project 2025... Huge week for the housing sector in NZ - Bright line testing changes from 10 to 2 years, Debt to income ratios means you mightn't be able to borrow as much from your bank, and banks will cap your lending at 6 times your income. Vanessa Williams from RealEstate.co.nz joins us to discuss. John Day with Sport - First test week of the year for the All Blacks. Who should be on our Plonker Rankings for this week? Who's the biggest plonker at the moment, do you reckon? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the show today: Have you switched power companies? Consumer NZ joins us to discuss how much you can save this winter if you make the switch. Idiots at the council table - Andrew Bydder called the mayor of Hamilton a spastic, r*****ed, c word....and then there's Nobby Clark who likes to sling the N word around. Why do we vote in such bafoons? And what can be done about these eggs before it gets even more out of hands? Good Nature - the rat trap company taking over the world with a big chunk of Kiwi Ingenuity. CEO Dave Shoemack is with us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The controversial Welcome to Sex children's book has caused a real stir in Aussie and one retailer has removed it from the shelves.There's been an uproar over the graphic illustrations of sexual positions, masturbation, LGBTIQ lssues, anal sex and much moreThe book, written by broadcaster Yumi Stynes with teen magazine advice columnist Dr Melissa Kang, covers sexual topics with illustrations and before you freak out, they only recommend it to kids 14 and over. It tackles life's taboos, the stuff mum and dad may not want to tell you... Melissa Kang joins the show out of Australia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the show today: Was the public pressure too much for the coalition government to take? It appears so, as they've dished out $604M to funding cancer drugs. Cancer drug campaigner and legend Malcolm Mulholland joins us, as well as cancer patient Akhil Chaudary to discuss what this means for them and others who have been through cancer themselves or with loved ones. Sex...when's it too early to discuss it with your kids? Dr Melissa Kang's book 'Welcome To Sex' was pulled from Aussie bookstore shelves for being too graphic. Essentially a 'how to' when it comes to the bedroom. Do the police have any idea of where Tom Phillips is? Clearly not...the $80k reward finishes at midnight tonight, and in all honesty, I think they've might a right royal meal of this whole case... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the show today: We get to the bottom of what went wrong on the Interislander's Aratere ferry that ran aground on the weekend. John Day is in to wrap a huuuuge sporting weekend. Should 12 year olds go to jail? Are this government now officially cutting the country into submission...has there been enough evidence now to say that we're doing without essentials at the hands of the cuts being made? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From a high flying career, to putting it on hold when having kids, to remarkably bouncing back to being more successful than ever before - this is the story of Tina Nettlefold; a story that, no doubt, many will resonate with. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the show today: Is this government the worst for conservation in our history? Forest & Birds' Nic Toki certainly thinks so. Especially when the Minister Tama Potaka reckons 'you can't save everything'... John Day on what is a colossal sporting weekend - Super Rugby final, Euro, Wahs v Titans... Is Mount Maunganui becoming like the Gold Coast? Developer Peter Cooney says something's not quite right with the building and development in the area. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Student nurse Michelle Marshall joins me to talk about Health NZ's freeze on hiring nursing graduates. This really is a perplexing story... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the show today: Health NZ are putting a hiring freeze on frontline staff. No cuts to frontline says this government, so what do they do? - cut the frontline... Michelle Marshall, a nursing student, joins us to share her frustration at the governments short-sighted decision. Auckland FC - The new Super City football side that reckons they can win over Phoenix fans. They start October 19th - so can they create a blue wave of support, how are they going to do that, and are they signing any big overseas names? CEO Nick Becker is in the hot seat. Are the days of big pay rises over? Or pay rises in general? Megan Alexander from Robert Half Recruitment joins us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brooke Van Velden ran into the Editor In Chief today, and was asked some pretty up the guts questions. How are this government expecting new changes to the removal and monitoring of child exploitation related content to work when they can't guarantee 11 jobs will stay in this area? Duncan goes deep into this with the minister. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the show today Minister of Internal Affairs, Brooke Van Velden, joins us. A recent win for child exploitation and the removal of child porn on NZ sites, but job cuts are still expected in this sector...can the minister assure the public that they actually take child exploitation seriously, then? Holly Brooker and Jo Robertson launched the ‘makes sense’ campaign, which called on the government to regulate not only things like child pornography … but all violent sexual content online. So is this move going to make a difference? The Tania Dalton Foundation is preparing for a significant fundraising event, where they will host the Parliamentary Rugby team and the Polyferns (Netball), aiming to create a family-friendly social event that unites the community. Local residents will have the opportunity to mingle with our national MPs in a lighthearted atmosphere, all while raising funds to support Tania's charity foundation. This foundation strives to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young New Zealanders Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the show today: One NZ have got themselves in a pickle with a new ad that, according to Annie Oxborough, is 'adoption p*rn'. 1 in 5 Kiwis have a hazardous battle with the booze. Janet Thompson from the Retreat NZ is calling for Kiwi workplaces to support their staff with alcohol issues. Brad Olsen on GDP and how we get our economy out of disarray. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we discuss the ongoing search in Marokopa for Tom Phillips and his children with former top cop Lance B3urdett. We'll also cover the Prime Minister's travel issues, a sports recap with John Day, the rise of 'dumbphones' with Ian Howard, and have three questions about public service pay, prison drug counseling, and phone usage. 03:54 Lance Burdett - The Search for Tom Phillps and his kids 12:50 John Day - Weekend Sports 21:41 Ian Howard - Dumb Phones 31:31 Slam Dunc - NZDF Boeings again... Don't forget we go live every weekday morning at 7:30 YouTube, Twitch, and Tik Tok. All the other social, listen and watch links are here Or text "Duncan" to 3598 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the show today: National are reinstating live exports. Dr John Hellstrom was the chief veterinary officer for the Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries back when live exports started in NZ, and he says it's not only cruel, but reinstating could lead to a huge reputational demise of this country. John Day on sport and how crap the Blackcaps were. Holly Bennett from 3 Gals 1 Beehive wraps the week in politics. And we Mediawatch RNZ's very own Mediawatch...they critiqued us, so we critique them. And also, RNZ, are you still 'boucin' on his booty cheeks'? Have a listen to find out why... If you would like to sign Dr John Hellstrom's petition, click here: https://bit.ly/3VvPjHs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Well...your move now, RNZ...or is it more 'checkmate' RNZ... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the show today: Driver licensing - how hard is it to nail this down in modern NZ? REAPS are doing some good work to help this in the rural community Small businesses are battling. Xero's Bridget Snelling on what's causing SMEs to fall while others are randomly bucking the trend? Are RNZ trying to be too cool, and what the hell is a 'rat man'? Ron Mark on the proposal to have a Georgina Beyer statue And someone seems to think I'm a 'Maori hater'...strange Enjoy folks - We are live again tomorrow from 7.30am on YouTube, Twitch, and Tik Tok. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Afraz Adam was an urgent care medical doctor for decades before he opened up his men's health clinic, Doctor 360. He deals with all sorts of men's health issues: low testosterone, hot flushes, erectile dysfunction, and this thing called "manopause," which is like menopause but for men! It's also Men's Health Week this week. Let's talk to him about what's happening in this space. And just a note, this interview was brought To you in partnership with Pharmaco and The Editor In Chief Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the show today: How can we avoid getting absolutely trounced when we fill up our car, and what Kiwi company Waitomo are doing to stop the chokehold that big offshore fuel companies are having on us? Waitomo CEO Simon Parham joins us. The light at the end of a tragic tunnel for the construction industry's battle with mental health - Site manager Alan Farragher has helped create a hi-viz kit that will raise money for mental health charities and start the conversation on the worksite. Fieldays and are have the farmers received the world's biggest get out of jail free card from the coalition government? Dominic George from Rural Exchange dials in from Mystery Creek. Enjoy folks - We are live again tomorrow from 7.30am on YouTube, Twitch, and Tik Tok. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the show today: Our young men have a porn problem, and it's leading to serious, horrific crimes. Ruth Money, victims advocate, joins us to talk the hard truths about what is going on in our society. It is chilling. And we need our dads to step up. Face it. Jo Robertson joins us to provide a solution to our porn problem. How does it effect our young men? How do we step up as parents in this space? How early do we talk to our kids about sex? Brad Olsen live from Fieldays on the economic reality for farmers. Enjoy folks - We are live again tomorrow from 7.30am on YouTube, Twitch, and Tik Tok. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the show today: "Drill baby, drill!" - Shane Jones seems to be in love with mining. He joins us and I ask him why...and what's the point? Men's Health Week: time to pause and rethink the state of our own health. What do you do to help your own mental and physical health? Sports wrap with John Day from the Sporting Rumble. Do the Wahs bring back SJ? Can the Brumbies give Aussie rugby some respectability? Have we unearthed the next Nadal? The flu - is this the worst flu season on record? Producer Caleo is back from a gnarly bout of it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever felt let down by the healthcare system? You’re not alone. In this bonus episode, we dive deep into why so many are being denied specialist care, especially women, Māori, and folks in regional areas. With insights from Dr. Brian Betty, we expose the cracks in the system and discuss how we can fix them. Plus, we’ll look at how our growing population is straining healthcare and why we need to plan for the future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Duncan discusses New Zealand's healthcare crisis with Dr. Bryan Betty, revealing alarming study findings. We'll also explore the $3.9 billion pothole repair budget, preview an action-packed sports weekend with John Day, and tackle online bullying with psychologist Dougal Sutherland. Join us live across social media or catch the podcast on Rova and other platforms. Don't forget we go live every weekday morning at 7:30 YouTube, Twitch, and Tik Tok. All the other social, listen and watch links are here Or text "Duncan" to 3598 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This Government makes it clear this morning more mining is on the table and it wants to attract mining companies into NZ, with its fast track laws. We talk to Minister for Infrastructure, Chris Bishop and Greenpeace's Russel Norman to get the lowdown. And you didn't wake up $43 million richer, so the big one jackpots on Saturday and must go close to $50 million, Lotto's biggest prize ever. I talk to Lotto's Lucy Fullerton Don't forget we go live every weekday morning at 7:30 YouTube, Twitch, and Tik Tok. All the other social, listen and watch links are here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did you know that one- in -four NZ'ers are banking on a Lotto win to fund their retirement? Today on the pod we took on the $43 million Lotto fantasy with financial whiz Hannah McQueen. Don't forget we go live every weekday morning at 7:30 YouTube, Twitch, and Tik Tok. All the other social, listen and watch links are here Hannah McQueen powered by enable.me Hannah McQueen Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A great show today, covering topics from Lotto to X's new guidelines on pornographic images. Hannah McQueen and Otago University Statistician Martin Hazelton speak on Lotto's 43 million dollar jackpot and the likelihood of you actually winning. And Rory Birkbeck comes onto the show to speak on his new 'Safe-phone' Don't forget we go live every weekday morning at 7:30 YouTube, Twitch, and Tik Tok. All the other social, listen and watch links are here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Given the conversation around Pharmac not receiving funding for 13 potentially life-saving cancer treatments in the budget, I thought I would get Murray Denyer into the pod to talk about his experiences. Don't forget we go live every weekday morning at 7:30 YouTube, Twitch, and Tik Tok. All the other social, listen and watch links are here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Three great interviews today. Murray Denyers has kidney cancer and has paid more than 200k for life-prolonging drugs. He says the govt has made a colossal cock up. Ok, so the budget is well and truly behind us and what lies ahead for the NZ economy and interest rates? What has the reaction been now the dust has settled how long will these tough times stay with us and when will Kiwis get a break from the high interest rate environment? Principal Economist at Infometrics Brad Olsen is with us. Finally, we talk sports… John Day is in Super Rugby quarterfinals set Great weekend for Kiwi drivers in the USA T20 Cricket World Cup underway French Open rolls on into the quarterfinals Warriors team gets named at 6pm for Saturday's game against the Cowboys Don't forget we go live every weekday morning at 7:30 YouTube, Twitch, and Tik Tok. All the other social, listen and watch links are here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices