Matt Heath & Tyler Adams Afternoons

National will need New Zealand First's Winston Peters alongside Act's 11 seats to form a government after the special votes come in. National has lost two seats, taking its 50 seats down to 48. Labour's Te Atatu MP Phil Twyford avoided being another victim of the so-called "bluenami", holding onto his seat by just 131 votes. Labour's Rachel Boyack also clawed back Nelson by 29 votes, while its Mt Albert candidate Helen White managed to hold on to her seat by just 20 votes. Newstalk ZB Political Editor Jason Walls says some of the seats were even closer to the wire. He told James Daniels and Tyler Adams Te Pati Maori's Takutai Tarsh Kemp won the Tamaki Makaurau seat by a razor-thin margin. “And she won it by a majority of just four votes. Not 40, not 400, just four votes. I mean it’s incredibly thin.” The Maori Party took two seats from Labour - Tamaki Makaurau and Te Tai Tokerau. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nadia Lim is a familiar face on our screens. We know her best as the winner of Masterchef NZ, the face of My Food Bag, and author of many award winning cook books. Her latest venture has seen her and her family take on the running 1200 acres of rugged Central Otago farmland at Royalburn Station. The first season of Nadia’s farm premiered last year and is back on our screens. Nadia Lim joined James Daniels and Tyler Adams for this week's Six and a Song. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Andy Ellis is a man of many talents. He made 154 appearances for the Crusaders, 28 test caps for the All Blacks, he’s a serial business man, award winning landscaper, author and radio host. He was part of the winning All Blacks team in the 2011 World Cup Final – having the final say by kicking the ball into touch. He’s currently in France to back the boys in black to win their 4th title as they face South Africa on Sunday morning NZ time. Andy Ellis joined Tyler Adams for this week’s Six and a Song. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s down to the pointy end of the Rugby World Cup – All Blacks take on Argentina in the first Semi-Final Saturday morning. Elliot Smith has live and breathed Rugby throughout his career as a sports reporter, writers, columnist, presenter and commentator. He’s superbly lead Newstalk ZB’s coverage on the ground in France. He joined James Daniels and Tyler Adams for this week's Six and a Song. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nathan Wallis is New Zealand's leading Neuroscience Educator, focusing on child development and how the brain works. Nathan explores how the brain works and how neuroscience can better inform our day to day interactions with children and young people. He joins the show every second Tuesday – taking your calls and questions on everything to do with child behaviour, development, how to get through to teenagers. 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 all listeners' employment related questions. Today, there were questions about being asked to go onto an hourly contract, an outside of work injury, and formal meetings at work, among other things. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Christopher Luxon was born in Christchurch but grew up in Howick, East Auckland, before studying Commerce at the University Of Canterbury. He worked for Unilever, rising through the ranks to become CEO of Unilever Canada. He then became CEO of Air New Zealand before leaving business for politics, winning the seat of Botany for National in 2019. He won the National Party Leadership in 2021 and is hoping to be New Zealand's next Prime Minister. Chris Luxon joined James Daniels & Tyler Adams for Six And A Song - The Election Edition. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NZ Herald sports writer Michael Burgess joined Tyler Adams from Brisbane to cover the Warriors' do-or-die preliminary finals clash with the Broncos tomorrow. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the Highlight Reel James Daniels is loving the birdlife while Tyler Adams has full confidence the All Blacks will bounce back. PREFU dropped and Jason Walls helped the boys unpack it. ACT released their Law & Order policy and James and Tyler asked is it going to deal to the current crimewave? The boys ask why is it so hard to buy a new bed? Plus, are young workers a pain in the whatsit for employers?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris Hipkins was born and raised in the Hutt Valley in Wellington, and while at Victoria University of Wellington became heavily involved in student politics He entered Parliament after winning the Remutaka seat in 2008. During his time he’s served as Minister of Education Police, the Public Service, and Leader of the House became regarded as Labour's "Mr Fix It”. After Jacinda Ardern’s resignation, he of course became Prime Minister early this year. A great pleasure to welcome Chris Hipkins on for Six and A Song. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New music to celebrate Te Wiki o te Reo Māori – Māori Language Week. As part of the Waiata Anthems movement, The Black Seeds - 20 years after the original release - have re-recorded their anthem So True in te reo as Koia ko koe. We spoke with The Black Seeds' Barnaby Weir. 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 all listeners' employment related questions. Today, there were questions about termination, days in lieu and meal breaks, among other things. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the Highlight Reel James and Tyler talk about the Wahs, the joys of spring, and even the price of fish. Tyler is all wound up about a couple of guys who had to be rescued after heading out into the great outdoors without the right gear. There's a suggestion we Kiwis are not as friendly as we think we are. The boys ask what sector of the tourism market should New Zealand focus on? Plus, have you ever told a porky when going for a job?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For the last three years Rawiri Waititi has been a relentless force in parliament advocating for Māori. He won back Te Waiariki for Te Pati Māori in 2020, becoming co-leader of the party upon entering parliament and has built a strong profile with his colourful korero in the house. He was born in Opotiki and moved to Tāmaki Makaurau, for his secondary schooling staying with his aunty, Dame June Mariu. Coincidentally he went to Rutherford at the same time as former National Party leader Simon Bridges. Rawiri Waititi joined us for Six and a Song - The Election Edition. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A rescue on Mount Ngauruhoe is prompting warnings for other trampers. A helicopter had to pluck two lightly dressed walkers from near the summit on Saturday, wearing street shoes, jeans, t-shirts and hoodies. Land Search and Rescue head Carl McOnie says they carried out 436 rescues last year. He says they don't like to worry people by revealing the cost of rescues. McOnie explained they don't want people to put off calling when they're in dangerous situations. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the Highlight Reel James and Tyler talk doggy doos and poo flickers. They take the temperature on National's tax proposals. Medical tourists tell James and Tyler why they headed overseas for health care. The boys ask are you emotional or logical and how does that flow in your relationship? Plus, Scott Barrett's red card and the implementation of the new Grocery Commissioner.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

August 31 was the last day of Parliament before its dissolution ahead of the general election on October 14. As you know we’ve had our Six and a Song the election edition with the leaders of the main parties. Next week we’ll be speaking to Christopher Luxon and the following week Chris Hipkins. As the election campaign ramps up a name you’ll be hearing a lot on Newstalk ZB is Jason Walls – who will be leading our election coverage over the next month. We thought it was a great opportunity to welcome Jason Walls on for Six and a Song the election edition! LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Consumer NZ's signalling concern over a historically high profit made by our biggest power companies. Meridian, Contact, Genesis and Mercury made a combined 2.7 billion in operating profits in the past year - the largest single-year profit ever.. Consumer NZ estimates during that time, 40 thousand households couldn't afford power. Chief Executive Jon Duffy says making profits is a normal part of business - but consumers also need to be benefit. He joined James Daniels and Tyler Adams on the show. 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 all listeners' employment related questions. Today, there were questions about covid leave, a 90 day trial, and holiday pay, among other things. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the Highlight Reel James and Tyler ask what is Sir Steven Hansen up to cosying up to the Wallabies? They discuss an Australian proposal that would ban employers contacting staff outside their working hours. As mortgage lending rates continue to rise, are you actually better off renting? We find out what things James and Tyler never go cheap on after one of Tyler's mates spent hundreds of dollars on a kitchen knife. Plus, the boys get a call from a man who has spent 30 years making toilet paper. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marama Davidson became an MP in 2014 – quickly rising through the ranks to become co-leader of the Green Party in 2018. Before politics she worked for the Human Rights Commission, the Owen Glenn inquiry into violence, and Breastfeeding New Zealand. She’s also a qualified aerobics instructor. She’s been a staunch advocate for human rights and the environment throughout her career. A pleasure to welcome Marama Davidson on for Six and a Song - The Election Edition. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Big news today Air New Zealand has reported a full-year underlying profit of $585 million on operating revenue. The result is a staggering turnaround on pre-tax losses of $725m last year. The man who’s been at the head of the organisation throughout the turbulence is Greg Foran, CEO. He joined us in studio to take questions from listeners. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nathan Wallis is New Zealand's leading Neuroscience Educator, focusing on child development and how the brain works. Nathan explores how the brain works and how neuroscience can better inform our day to day interactions with children and young people. He joins the show every second Tuesday – taking your calls and questions on everything to do with child behaviour, development, how to get through to teenagers. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the Highlight Reel James and Tyler get excited about the business end of the FIFA Women’s World Cup. Plus they talk the classic office sweep! They discuss people speeding through roadworks, and the possibility drivers may now face fines. Of course, the pair talk the Official Cash Rate staying at 5.5% - and ask the listeners where they are cutting costs. We find out what food James absolutely loves, which Tyler isn’t so sure about. Plus, the boys remember the brilliant Aretha Franklin five years after her death. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Seymour has taken the ACT Party to new heights. He became leader in 2014. Before politics he worked as an electrical engineer in Canada. He's driven a number of projects for the party's policy board with regulatory reform, charter schools and the End Of Life Choice act. ACT Leader David Seymour joined the show for Six And a Song - The Election Edition. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Newstalk ZB's Chief Political Reporter, Aaron Dahmen joined Simon Barnett and James Daniels Afternoons to discuss Labour's announcement of a $20 billion transport plan, to be funded by a hike to the fuel tax. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nathan Wallis is New Zealand's leading Neuroscience Educator, focusing on child development and how the brain works. Nathan explores how the brain works and how neuroscience can better inform our day to day interactions with children and young people. He joins the show every second Tuesday – taking your calls and questions on everything to do with child behaviour, development, how to get through to teenagers. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on The Highlight Reel Tyler Adams fills in for Simon for a couple of days. He and James talk the spate of shootings around New Zealand and what can be done to bring crime under control. Plus they hear the remarkable story of a woman who was threatened at a rugby league game. When Simon returned, the thorny old issue of breastfeeding in public came up for discussion. Plus the lads talked the Reddit storm over McDonalds and the prices on their app. And we know that Si and James don’t work Mondays – so we find out what Simon has started doing on that day! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Winston Peters is one of our longest serving members of parliament. He’s been the leader of New Zealand First since it’s foundation in 93, and has served as Deputy Prime Minister, Foreign Affairs Minister, and Treasurer over his career. He’s been back on the campaign trail with renewed vigour ahead of the election. A pleasure to welcome Winston Peters on for Six and a Song election edition. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on The Highlight Reel Si and James talk the dangers lurking in every lithium-ion battery after a couple of scary e-scooter fires. Plus, there’s some good chat about cat laws and paid parental leave. Add in some revealing talk about the rise of high-end drug use, notably cocaine. And talk about embarrassed - the boys got the wrong end of one story and James couldn't stop laughing! Join Newstalk ZB’s Simon Barnett and James Daniels for The Highlight Reel. This new, catch-up podcast gives you the best of each and every week of Simon Barnett and James Daniels Afternoons. It has everything from the issues, to the chats, and the laughs. The Highlight Reel with Simon Barnett and James Daniels, every Saturday powered by Newstalk ZB.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SI & James asked is it OK to drink milk straight out of the bottle from the fridge? This after a Canadian real estate agent was fined nearly 25 grand after taking a cheeky swig of milk from the bottle in a client's fridge. Listening to that was the highly esteemed Newstalk ZB Political Editor Jason Walls. What we didn't know was Jason's dad was also listening and he was quick to put things in context and emailed a remarkable family photo revealing 9 year-old Jason's love of milk. Jason is on the right. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Raf Manji started his career in banking, he has also worked in finance, governance, strategy, and policy and risk. He’s worked for start-ups, not-for-profits, and government, spending two terms as a Christchurch City Councillor from 2013 to 2019 – before becoming leader of The Opportunities Party in 2022. A great pleasure to welcome Raf Manji on for Six and a Song - the election edition. 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 all listeners' employment related questions. Today, there were questions about a restructuring, altering the terms of a contract, and holiday pay, among other things. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on The Highlight Reel Si and James talk with a man who chose to live in his car for 8 months while holding down a job looking after others. The pair also discuss disciplining other people's children. Air New Zealand's monster profit turnaround prompts the question is it time airfares came down again? And, Barbie or Oppenheimer? Join Newstalk ZB’s Simon Barnett and James Daniels for The Highlight Reel. This new, catch-up podcast gives you the best of each and every week of Simon Barnett and James Daniels Afternoons. It has everything from the issues, to the chats, and the laughs. The Highlight Reel with Simon Barnett and James Daniels, every Saturday powered by Newstalk ZB.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Professor Sir Peter Gluckman is an internationally recognized biomedical scientist, and currently heads Koi Tū: The Centre for Informed Futures at the University of Auckland. From 2009-2018 he was the inaugural Chief Science Advisor to Prime Ministers Sir John Key, Sir Bill English, and Dame Jacinda Ardern, was Science Envoy for the New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade, and is currently the President of the International Science Council He has received the highest scientific and civilian honours in New Zealand and numerous international scientific awards as well as authoring several books and over 700 scientific papers. Sir Peter Gluckman joined Simon Barnett and James Daniels for Six and a Song. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nathan Wallis is New Zealand's leading Neuroscience Educator, focusing on child development and how the brain works. Nathan explores how the brain works and how neuroscience can better inform our day to day interactions with children and young people. He joins Simon Barnett and James Daniels every second Tuesday – taking your calls and questions on everything to do with child behaviour, development, how to get through to teenagers. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on The Highlight Reel Si and James talk whether they’d ditch their day jobs to chase their dreams for a year. Plus, there’s plenty of discussion about Victoria ditching the 2026 Commonwealth Games. A sombre day on Thursday as Si and James discuss the Auckland CBD shooting – which left three people dead. But it was an uplifting end to the week, as the boys celebrate the Football Ferns amazing victory in their opening World Cup game. Join Newstalk ZB’s Simon Barnett and James Daniels for The Highlight Reel. This new, catch-up podcast gives you the best of each and every week of Simon Barnett and James Daniels Afternoons. It has everything from the issues, to the chats, and the laughs. The Highlight Reel with Simon Barnett and James Daniels, every Saturday powered by Newstalk ZB.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s guest for Six and A Song is a car nut. He’s a fitness freak. He loves good food and wine. He’s also a clean-freak, he doesn’t like a mess and LOVES his Dyson. He’s opinionated and, it has to be said, he’s a pretty good broadcaster. The one and only Mike Hosking joined Simon Barnett and James Daniels for this weeks Six and A Song. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

So much talk these days about soft sentences for criminals and how the final sentence is reached in any given court case. Criminal Barrister Steve Cullen was listening to Newstalk ZB's Simon Barnett and James Daniels on the day of the Auckland construction site shooting, and he called in to offer some insight to the processes involved. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

And a lucky coincidence has stopped one worker from going to the construction site where the shooting went down. Earl says the downtown CBD site is one he regularly works on and he was set to go there this morning. He says it was pure chance he wasn't there. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A moment of magic on the show today as, unknown to Simon, one of his colleagues went to the same college as he did. That was not all that was revealed. Listen as newsreader Susie Nordqvist tells the story to Simon Barnett and James Daniels. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Charlie Lowe fell off a curb in Cambodia - resulting in a fractured spine - his family are now facing a substantial bill to return him to New Zealand. Charlie's sister, Lena, called in to Newstalk ZB's Simon Barnett and James Daniels Afternoons to urge travellers to purchase insurance and talk about her brother's dire situation. A GiveALittle page has been set up to help the family with the mounting costs. 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 all listeners' employment related questions. Today, there were questions about contracts, an employer hiding leave balances, and a dispute involving someone driving their employer's vehicle while taking Tramadol and other medication, among other things. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The latest body blow for the Commonwealth Games has renewed debate about its place on the sporting calendar. The New Zealand Olympic Committee say they're "incredibly disappointed" by the Victorian state government's call to ditch their hosting of the 2026 Comm Games, due to rising costs. The Commonwealth Games were plagued by similar issues in 2017 when Durban pulled the plug on hosting the 2022 edition, which was eventually picked up by Birmingham. NZOC chief executive Nicki Nicol says the decision is unsettling for Kiwi athletes - who were working towards a Games so close to home. Long time commentator Brendan Telfer joined Simon Barnett & James Daniels to discuss the future viability of the event. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on The Highlight Reel: Simon is reunited with James in the studio for the first time this year after broadcasting from his garage. The pair ask Labour voters how they feel as Chris Hipkins rules out a wealth tax on the back of bad polls, and contemplate the idea of renting out a room to help pay the bills. And as more and more Kiwis head across the ditch to live in Australia, Si & James ask what's the best thing about New Zealand. Join Newstalk ZB’s Simon Barnett and James Daniels for The Highlight Reel. This new, catch-up podcast gives you the best of each and every week of Simon Barnett and James Daniels Afternoons. It has everything from the issues, to the chats, and the laughs. The Highlight Reel with Simon Barnett and James Daniels, every Saturday powered by Newstalk ZB. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Claim and counter-claim over the Ministry of Education's decision to install synthetic carpet in 600 rural schools. It's awarded the carpet tender for its Improving Classrooms for Small and Remote Schools' programme to a US nylon manufacturer - opting against using New Zealand wool. Simon Barnett & James Daniels were batting the argument back and forth when they got two informed callers with good points to make. First up Andrew Caughey CEO of Wool Impact followed by Former All Black now farmer Richard Loe. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Si & James back in the studio together today and Si was fizzing about THAT Sam Cane pitch invader trip. Fresh off the plane from Mendoza, Newstalk ZB Rugby Commentator Elliott Smith joined Simon Barnett and James Daniels to give his view. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Another example of brazen violence in broad daylight in Auckland. A dairy owner's wife and a customer have been treated in hospital after being attacked by two hammer-wielding robbers at Jyoti's Dairy in Mt Roskill yesterday. Dairy and Business Owners Group chair Sunny Kaushal is frustrated that business owners no longer feel safe operating as criminals have no fear of law enforcement. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hospitals and Emergency Departments throughout the nation are reporting significant delays from staff shortages. Labour have introduced a workforce action plan to recruit more workers and National today announced they would set up a medical program at Waikato University to boost placements. General Practice New Zealand Chair Dr Bryan Betty says there's strain across all sectors of the health system, with a third of GPs unable to take on patients. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Government says it's heard the tertiary education sector's concerns- and is pledging $128 million dollars to providers. It's split over the next two years, and will increase tuition subsidies an extra 4 percent at degree-level and above. Finance Minister Grant Robertson is adamant this support package for universities is not a bailout. ZB Chief Political Reporter Aaron Dahmen says there's still lingering questions about how the Government and these academic institutions got to this point. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.