Matt Heath & Tyler Adams Afternoons

Regular listeners to SI & James Afternoons will know by now that Simon is a bit of a tidy freak. To his shame, his daughter Sophie doesn't have quite the same obsessive personality and she has one habit that drives him mad. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Temuera Morrison is one of this county’s most successful actors. He garnered critical acclaim for his staring role as Jake ‘The Muss’ Heke in Once Were Warriors in 1994 and has since gone on to work with some of the biggest names in Hollywood. He’s starred in Aquaman, The Green Lantern, River Queen and has become a critical part of the Star Wars empire playing the iconic character Boba Fett. He’s starring in a new kiwi film Ka Whawhai Tonu, alongside Cliff Curtis and Jason Flymyng, which tells the story of a pivotal battle in the first New Zealand land wars in the Waikato region. Temuera Morrison was Simon Barnett and James Daniels guest for this weeks' Six and a Song. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gareth Abdinor is an Employment, Workplace & Information Expert. He regularly joins Simon Barnett and James Daniels to answer listeners' employment related questions. Today, sick leave and gagging clauses and work attire, among other things. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Judith Collins is one of the busiest Ministers in Government. She is Attorney General, Minister of Defence, Minister for Digitising Government, Minister Responsible for the GCSB and the NZSIS, Minister of Science, Innovation and Technology, and Minister for Space. During her 22 years in Parliament she’s championed reform of New Zealand’s justice system, she’s been the National Party leader, and last year was made King’s Counsel. Judith Collins joined Simon Barnett & James Daniels for Six and a Song. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alexander Terblanche knows the deal when it comes to relationships. He has qualifications in psychotherapy, counselling, and human sexuality. He runs his own practice On Point Therapy, and is the relationship expert for Compatico. He has a wealth of knowledge and joins Simon Barnett & James Daniels to answer listeners' questions. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Police say community patrols are playing a key role in helping them investigate and stop crime. Some victims of violent crimes have been joining their local patrol in hopes of making the communities safer. However, patrols still need more members to keep up with rising crime. The CEO of Community Patrols New Zealand called in for a chat with Simon Barnett & James Daniels. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on The Highlight Reel, there's a bit of a theme around embarrassment. First —in an out of the mouths of babes scenario— one parent's weekend activities were revealed at Simon's grandson's first day of school. Then we learn about Simon's undies being on display at the airport, and finally how an innocent wink at a female co-worker went wrong. Si and James got stuck into the thorny old issue of hospital parking and the fines incurred when you are already stressed. The pair asked how long household appliances should last? Wellington Mayor Tory Whanau’s ADHD diagnosis sparked a very interesting discussion about the increasing number of people being diagnosed with it later in life. Plus, just how relevant is Shakespeare in 2024? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

During Dai Henwood's 25-year career he has won many major comedy gongs, including the Billy T Award, he's a regular on the country's longest running comedy programme, 7 Days - and he's hosted many shows including Family Feud, Dancing with the Stars and LEGO Masters. His latest project is a memoir, The Life of Dai, co-written with his friend and fellow comedian Jacqui Brown. You can find it in all good book stores now. Dai Henwood joined Simon Barnett and James Daniels for Six and a Song.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every day after the 12.30 headlines our afternoon newsreader Raylene Ramsay joins Simon Barnett and James Daniels with all the news you never knew you needed to know - today it was magnet fishing in New York.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gareth Abdinor is an Employment, Workplace & Information Expert with Taylor Shaw Barristers & Solicitors. He regularly joins Simon Barnett and James Daniels to answer listeners' employment related questions. Today, how do I get my employer to talk to a workmate about 'personal hygiene', occupational hearing loss, and unfair dismissal - among other things. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on The Highlight Reel, it was all about the Budget and online the 'tax calculator'. Si & James put the call out to the listeners, whether or not they are happy with the 'fiscally' conservative budget. Surprising news around the closure of Smith and Caughey's in Auckland and their famous Queen St store... but is anyone really surprised? Who actually shops at department stores anymore? Simon had trouble getting his 'HUGE' refund back from Air New Zealand, so their customer service team called the show to help. Plus, the guys discuss whether or not hairy men are the hottest thing in town - Simon also had a strange admission about his body hair. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on The Highlight Reel everything from the price of chocolate to wasting money on a carwash just before it rains. Simon started watching the Ashley Madison docuseries after being talked into it by James and he didn't like it. It gave him nightmares. A couple of Government announcements got the phones ringing this week. First was roadside drug testing then the ditching of the first home buyers' grant. Fires in rubbish trucks thanks to incorrectly disposed batteries ignited talkback as did stories of assaults in city and town centres just hours before the death of a 16-year-old in Dunedin. And what is that Si is doing every day that bores James and producer Tyler? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kieran McAnulty has been a Labour MP in Wairarapa since 2017. He’s previously held the portfolios of Minister for Rural Communities, Regional Development, Racing, Local Government and Emergency Management as well as Deputy Leader of the House. Before politics he’s been a local Work and Income case manager, a bookie at the TAB and economic development manager for the Masterton district. Kieran McAnulty joined Simon Barnett & James Daniels for Six and a Song. LISTEN ABOVE Simon Barnett with Kieran McAnulty aged 6 at the Wellington Santa Parade.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gareth Abdinor is an Employment, Workplace & Information Expert with Taylor Shaw Barristers & Solicitors. He regularly joins Simon Barnett and James Daniels to answer listeners' employment related questions. Today, another varied bunch of questions including one about your obligations employment wise if you are prescribed cannabis. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on The Highlight Reel, as the excitement over the aurora faded the Government announced details of how they will deal to gangs. Si & James asked how gangs have affected your life and got some interesting stories. A big focus on transport this week with a suggestion the Cook Strait ferry service should be sold off. Plus the boys debate the validity of the Te Huia commuter train service between Hamilton and Auckland. Rowena Duncum from The Country gave her thoughts as Fonterra looks to sell key brands like Anchor, Mainland and Kapiti. Simon had a difficult drive to work, and James and producer Tyler had no time for his woes - they told him his driving sucks! Plus they discuss the new portrait of King Charles, and Simon tells us about going school uniform shopping with his grandson Monty. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike McRoberts has been a journalist for more than three decades, becoming one of New Zealand Television’s most recognisable faces. He’s covered numerous conflicts around the world and some of the planet's biggest natural disasters. He’s has won numerous awards over the years including New Zealand Journalist of the Year, and a back-to-back winner of New Zealand Presenter of the Year for anchoring TV3’s flagship news bulletin, Newshub Live at Six, a role he’s held since 2005. He’ll soon be leaving studio life behind, starting a new role with NBR as Te Ao Māori Editor in August.Mike McRoberts was Simon Barnett & James Daniels' guest for this weeks Six and a Song. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Raylene Ramsay joins Simon Barnett & James Daniels every day with News You Never Knew You Needed To Know. This time it was about a festival celebrating the mullet in Belgium. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alexander Terblanche is the real deal when it comes to relationships. He has qualifications in psychotherapy, counselling, and human sexuality. He runs his own practice On Point Therapy, and is the relationship expert for Compatico. He has a wealth of knowledge and joins Simon Barnett & James Daniels to answer listeners' questions. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on The Highlight Reel a couple of topics that got the audience talking - should be we make all drugs legal and what are you making of Stormy Daniels and Donald Trump? Is enrolling to vote on Election Day a reasonable ask? This as it is revealed how much it slows the process down and leads to errors in the count. Rugby's rules have been updated and Elliott Smith joined Si and James to explain. Also badly behaved parents at kids' sport, the call to save power, and out of town tradies cruising in and stealing the locals' work. And don't miss James' manual car sound effects! LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Heath has lead a very colourful life. He first gained infamy as guitarist and singer for band Deja Voodoo, and was one of the creators and stars of Back of the Y Masterpiece TV and the film The Devil Made me Do It. He's also a producer, director of an animation studio, columnist, sports commentator with the ACC, radio breakfast host on Hauraki, and now published author. He's just finished his book. "A Life Less Punishing" 13 ways to Love the Life You've Got. We'll talk about that soon. He was Simon Barnett and James Daniels' guest for this weeks Six and a Song. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pukekohe firm TrailLite Campers is turning 70. They sell $57 million of campervans (and some caravans) a year and its origins trace back to two cabinetmakers, Brian Penman and Jim Crotty who made furniture and caskets. In the mid-1950s they made their first caravan which carried the TrailLite name and that’s stuck ever since. The luxury motorhomes can sell for $460,000 - half the average house price in New Zealand - so the finished product has to be just right. Joint managing director Shaun Newman joined Simon Barnett and James Daniels for a chat. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gareth Abdinor is an Employment, Workplace & Information Expert with Taylor Shaw Barristers & Solicitors. He regularly joins Simon Barnett and James Daniels to answer listeners' employment related questions. Today, being put 'on-call' at the weekends, tax anomalies, and being given successive temporary contracts, among other things. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on The Highlight Reel James starts the week by bringing a gift for Simon and producer Tyler. Si and James ask which domestic airline is better these days - Air New Zealand or Jetstar? Staggering figures emerge about the value of the petcare industry and how much dog owners are spending on their fur-babies. Pay rises for politicians sure got the phones ringing, but where did Si & James sit on the issue? Other questions on the table: Should we resume the live animal export trade? Why are people queuing for Popeye's chicken? And what was James’s big office faux pas – what did he do that no man should? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the eve of the start of the duck hunting season brave Simon Barnett popped his head above the maimai and asked if there is really any skill in shooting a duck? Simon reckons there isn't as you have a big gun and you splatter your shot around. How hard, he asks, is it to bag one? A couple of keen hunters soon set him straight! LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ultra marathon legend Sam Harvey pushes the limit of what the human body can do. He's a world record holder for the New Zealand Backyard Ultra, a 677 kilometre race which he finished in 101 hours, and has champion titles in utltra races all over the world. He's now set his sights on breaking the world record at the Dead Cow Backyard Ultra in Queensland this weekend. He aims to finish the 800-kilometre race in 120 hours - That's five continuous days and nights of running. All while raising money for charity I Am Hope. Sam Harvey joined Simon Barnett & James Daniels for Six and a Song. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alexander Terblanche is the real deal when it comes to relationships. He has qualifications in psychotherapy, counselling, and human sexuality. He runs his own practice On Point Therapy, and is the relationship expert for Compatico. He is a wealth of knowledge and joined Simon Barnett & James Daniels to answer listeners' questions. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on The Highlight Reel you'll hear a call to Simon Barnett & James Daniels from a drink-driver who, even after hitting a pedestrian, still drives after drinking. Sextortion is on the rise with 200 reports to police every month, the pair talk to a parent, a digital forensic investigator and an older listener threatened with the release of a video of her. Other questions on the table: Is running a preserve of the rich? Is it OK to take babies to a comedy gig? Did Chris Luxon do the right thing dealing with Melissa Lee? Is using the satellite images on google maps to look at people’s properties creepy or a smart way to find a house you want to buy? And both Si & James are finding that learning how to grandparent is an ongoing process, one that is especially challenging for clean freak Simon. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Embattled Broadcasting Minister Melissa Lee has been stripped of the portfolio and booted from Cabinet. The Prime Minister has revealed the change after weeks of Lee struggling to front on the collapse of Newshub and cuts at TVNZ. Chris Luxon says Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith will pick up the portfolio. He says there has been significant change in the media environment which has moved quickly, and he wants a good senior Minister responsible. Political Editor Jason Walls told Si and James that this was unexpected news, but it makes sense. He said that Luxon didn’t say that the Ministers were doing a bad job, they just weren’t performing optimally and so he had to move them around. Lee continues to hold the Economic Development portfolio, which Walls said is quite an unusual one to have outside of Cabinet, especially for a party that has such a strong focus on economic development. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gareth Abdinor is an Employment, Workplace & Information Expert with Taylor Shaw Barristers & Solicitors. He regularly joins Simon Barnett and James Daniels to answer listeners' employment related questions. Today saw questions on sick leave, temping and public holidays and variations to agreements. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on The Highlight Reel everything from Easter Eggs to rising insurance bills. Si and James debate the return of the three strikes legislation. James is pretty black and white on the issue, Simon not so much. Producer Tyler gets a hard time over his vaping habit. Plus, James reveals why he doesn't like oak trees while Simon is worried about what the robot vacuum might see. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A fascinating discussion this afternoon after Simon told James how he was floored over seeing one of his favourite wines on a restaurant menu for $34 a glass. That broadened into a wider discussion over the troubles facing so many in the hospitality trade. Renowned restaurateur Warwick Brown called the show. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kiwi kayak icon Luuka Jones is gearing up for what will be her 5th Olympic Games in this year, becoming only the third kiwi woman to hit that milestone alongside Dame Valerie Adams and Barbara Kendall. She’s built a career on incredible determination, winning silver at the 2016 Olympic Games and won her first big international gold medal last year by triumphing in the extreme discipline known as kayak cross, which also makes its Olympic debut in Paris. Luuka Jones joined Simon Barnett and James Daniels for this week's Six and a Song. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

News today that an Auckland Council manager has been working remotely from the Gold Coast since January under flexible employment policies. Simon Barnett & James Daniels asked if this is letting the work team down and should those who have fallen in love with the work from home lifestyle get back to the office or get a new job. A young caller by the name of Louie challenged that notion and said from his generation things are different. It was a fascinating call. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the Highlight Reel, Si & James debate Wayne Brown's idea that councils should be allowed to keep the GST on rates. The boys also talk about changes to the postal service, Easter trading hours and neighbours at war. They take a look at New Zealand's bad rep internationally in terms of behaviour in the classroom. Plus, a couple of words that could be considered offensive - one in particular that Simon thinks should be banned from the English language. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Zealand school students are among the worst-behaved kids in the OECD and behaviour has worsened in the last two years, a new report has found. A report released by the Education Review Office (ERO) has called for classroom behaviour to become a priority and a more “national approach” to worsening behaviour. “We know that disruptive classroom behaviour is a significant and persistent issue in New Zealand - over the last 20 years our classroom behaviour has been amongst the worst in the OECD,” ERO’s Education Evaluation Centre head Ruth Shinoda said. “But we also know it is getting worse, with over half of teachers saying all types of disruptive behaviour had become worse in the last two years.” As a result of the report’s findings, the ERO has made 16 recommendations, including better training for teachers, a national approach to behaviour and clear guidance for schools on having effective consequences for poor behaviour. Vaughan Couillault, Principal Papatoetoe High School & President of the Secondary Principals’ Association joined Simon Barnett and James Daniels. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Finance Minister Nicola Willis says the Government's still committed to cutting tax in May's Budget, despite worsening economics. She's revealed in today's Budget Policy Statement, Treasury now expects 0.1 percent GDP growth this year. The forecast last year was 1.5 percent. The Finance Minister says surplus isn't possible in 2026-27 - but it could be achievable the following financial year, although it isn't a given. She says Labour's spending legacy needs to be corrected in future Budgets. She says the Government will set a moderate, sustainable course of fiscal correction over several years - and any new spending will be targeted, and within their means. Newstalk ZB Political Editor Jason Walls joined Simon Barnett and James Daniels with the details. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gareth Abdinor is an Employment, Workplace & Information Expert with Taylor Shaw Barristers & Solicitors. He regularly joins Simon Barnett and James Daniels to answer listeners' employment related questions. Today saw questions about an employer refusing to pay sick pay, a contract without a maternity clause and cameras in the workplace among other things. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the Highlight Reel, Si & James debate whether or not MFAT should help the Kiwi tourist's arrested in Thailand. Simon is full of fun facts about the amount of noodles being eaten world wide. The wider Barnett family are having trouble with the 'first home buyer grant'. Plus, James thinks now that we've entered a 'technical recission', we shouldn't be getting those promised tax cuts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wayne Brown grew up in Auckland, attended Auckland Grammar, and went on to get a degree in engineering. After spending several years overseas he returned to New Zealand and set up an engineering consultancy, diversifying into property development and kiwifruit growing. He’s chaired health boards and been a director of organisations including TVNZ, Māori TV, Vector and Transpower, including appointments by both left and right-wing governments. He first entered politics in 2007, becoming Far North Mayor until 2013 and in 2022 he of course successfully ran for the Auckland mayoralty.He was Simon & James' guest for this weeks Six and a Song. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the Highlight Reel, Si & James debate what makes good comedy after Jimmy Carr takes a crack at a deaf woman in the audience. They also discussed Police pay and whether they should be allowed to strike. The Greens run into more trouble with another MP. Plus, it's Simon's turn for a smelly work lunch, James goes for a tour of Christchurch's new Court Theatre building and Simon dares to ask why women gasp! LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Principal of one of New Zealand's top schools has slammed New Zealand's education system - saying it's heading towards rock bottom. Auckland Grammar head Tim O'Connor says the profession isn’t as valued as it once was. He told the Herald's Leaders Getting Coffee podcast that's evident by people not wanting to enter the profession and the fact that schools can’t easily access specialist teachers. He says the system's not doing itself any favours by lowering standards within the curriculum. Tim O'Connor joined Simon Barnett & James Daniels to discuss his thoughts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tim Southee was handed a Test debut at the age of 19 against England. He responded taking 5 wickets for 55 before smashing 77 off 40 balls in the second innings with nine sixes. Since then he has progressed into one of the best bowlers in world cricket, across all three forms of the game, going on to form one of the world's best new-ball partnerships with Trent Boult and establishing himself as one of the most successful players in the modern era. He is New Zealand’s second all-time leading Test wicket-taker, behind the great Sir Richard Hadlee, and the world’s all-time leading T20 international wicket-taker. In December 2022, he was named Test captain taking over from Kane Williamson. Tim Southee joined Simon Barnett and James Daniels for Six and a Song. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do you understand anything about bitcoin? James says he missed the boat on it a few years ago, Simon says he just doesn't trust it. We called in the cavalry and asked the NZ Herald's Markets With Madison host Madison Reidy to help. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ever fancied your skills as a vet, dentist or phone screen repair specialist? A story about DIY dentistry in a Northland town with no dentist prompted Simon Barnett & James Daniels to ask the question what have you had a go at yourself in an effort to save some money? Some callers' efforts were super enterprising. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gareth Abdinor is an Employment, Workplace & Information Expert with Taylor Shaw Barristers & Solicitors. He regularly joins Simon Barnett and James Daniels to answer listeners' employment related questions. Today saw questions on non disclosure agreements, an employer not paying waiting time and a question from someone who was worried after just having failed a drug test. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the Highlight Reel, Si & James debate the concept of no body no parole and take a very revealing call from a former prison inmate. They also discussed the prospect of congestion charging. Adding to that – they discuss the continued issues with the Defence Force Boeing. Plus, we get a touching insight into sleepover night for the grandkids at Simon's place, the proposed changes at TVNZ, and what food is James hanging out for this week? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shane Reti believes the new health targets will help bring a greater level of focus back to the sector. The Government's implementing five key targets it says will drive better outcomes for all New Zealanders. This includes for cancer treatment, child immunisation rates and hospital wait times. The Health Minister says these targets are ambitious, but achievable. He says some of the targets are just looking to stem the bleeding in some areas, such as ED wait times. Association of Salaried Medical Specialists Director of Policy & Research Harriet Wild joined Simon Barnett & James Daniels to unpack the announcement. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Minister Mark Mitchell spent his early years living on Whenuapai Air Force Base where his father was a Flight Lieutenant. After leaving school he worked in the farming sector before joining the New Zealand Police during which and was a member of the Dog Section and Armed Offender’s Squad. He then went on to work in international political hotspots, including the start-up of his own company specialising in hostage rescue, security, and risk management. He first entered parliament in 2011, and is now the Minister for Police, Corrections, and Emergency Management and Recovery. Mark Mitchell joined Simon Barnett & James Daniels for Six and a Song. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A 71 year old has gone viral this week after CCTV caught her getting swept up by a rolling door, the store posting the video on its Facebook page. Susie Nordqvist ran Si and James through the story today on the News You Never Knew You Needed To Know. LISTEN ABOVE, WATCH BELOW Video via Best One - Tonteg Stores on FacebookSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you ever had a flight cancelled or delayed in a situation that really peeved you? Si and James spotted a discussion on X (formerly Twitter) about a woman whose flight to Dunedin was delayed at such short notice she missed a fair chunk of Pink's show last night. She was not happy and thought she should have been given more notice. When the boys brought this up on the show the phones and text machine just lit up with people who have had similar experiences. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.