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He's won the Rugby World Cup, so which team does Sir Graham Henry think is "scary" ahead of this year's tournament? Plus he discusses his thoughts on Ian Foster's squad for the Rugby Championship, and whether Scott Robertson is the right man to lead the All Blacks next. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

All five passengers on board the Titan submersible have died after what has been described as a "catastrophic implosion". The US Coast Guard has confirmed five parts of the vessel were found near bow of the Titanic wreck. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's time! The Super Rugby final is this weekend and we've got Sir Graham Henry to share his thoughts about how it will all go down. Plus, why Australia’s issued Twitter with a “please explain”, a NZ firm behind the 4-day-working-week trend hits Time's Top 100, and Fun Fact Friday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A State of Emergency has been declared in Gisborne, as the Waipaoa River rises after heavy flooding. We talk to Emergency Management's Ben Green for the very latest, with people evacuating their homes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Another government minister bites the dust over conflicts of interest - so what’s the problem, and how can it be fixed? The pros and cons of renting vs owning, AI predicts song hits and would you call your baby after your favourite sports team? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michael Wood has resigned as a minister, after more shares worth thousands of dollars were found in his portfolio, which he hadn't declared. Prime Minister Chris Hipkins held a media briefing today - here's the highlights. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Five people are in a small vehicle, missing near the wreck of the Titanic. The vehicle is called a submersible .. but how do you find the underwater equivalent of a needle in a haystack? Retired US Navy Captain Ray McCord joins Newsable to explain what's happening. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Commerce Commission is to study the way banks operate, but what does that mean and why is it being done? Plus why is football plagued by racism? How do you split property when a polyamorous threesome breaks up? And why Aussies are saying goodbye to the pie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stuff's podcast The Trial, covering the trial of David Benbow has scored a major legal victory, setting a new precedent in New Zealand court reporting. We talk to General Counsel Genevieve O'Halloran about the judge's ruling that the podcast can stay up, and new episodes can be released. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why do Auckland hospitals need to use a score card, that includes where you live and your ethnicity, to decide who gets surgery first? A public health expert explains what's going on. Plus how the first social media babies are reacting now they’re grown up, what China and the US will discuss when they sit down to talks and the worst plan ever to get to leave work early. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

National wants longer sentences for gang members, just because they're gang members. So will the policy actually help bring down crime? We look at news Russia wants to move nuclear weapons into a neighbouring country, and go behind the scenes of the story of Corallee Collins-Annan ... is she NZ's Anna Delvey? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

They're the "minor" parties with the support of around 1 in 5 of us - so are the Greens and ACT really that minor? Marama Davidson and David Seymour join us to discuss what they'll be looking for post election (depending on the results), how the smaller political forces can shift the bigger parties in new directions, and whether culture wars are playing a part in politics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our full interview with Sir Steve Hansen on what to expect from the Super Rugby finals this weekend, plus his thoughts on how the tournament needs to change. He also spills the beans about which team's on his radar internationally, and how to deal with the pressure of the Rugby World Cup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former World Cup winning coach Sir Steve Hansen joins us to preview the Super Rugby semifinals this weekend. We break down the impacts of recession in sixty seconds, and find out how Beyonce's affecting inflation in Sweden (honestly). Plus, join our campaign to create a new national championship! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As food prices hit new highs, when can we expect them to come down? Plus we update the story of the kids who survived 40 days in the Amazon after a plane crash. Is salt the more environmentally friendly option for your EV battery, and we finally .. finally .. eat some food suggested by AI. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With new figures showing houses in some suburbs have plummeted in value, what do you do if you own one of those houses? Property expert Ed McKnight joins us for a bonus ep to calm your nerves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What actually is the weight loss drug on Hollywood's lips (and hips) .. and why you shouldn't just take it to get summer ready. How you could have a say on changing how NZ does democracy, why we're bananas for Barbie, and what AI meals are we making .. and eating? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What even is a wealth tax, and what impacts is it having elsewhere in the world? We'll ask whether the US government is hiding evidence of aliens from us all, and look at the perfect number of people to invite to a party, according to science. Plus, your questions about the economy answered - we're talking interest rates, and exchange rates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gene editing has become an election topic with National announcing it would loosen regulations. To explain the pros and cons we are joing by a bio-ethics expert from Otago Univeristy Josephine Johnston. A crisis summit is on today to try to stop primary school principals leaving in droves plus Trump's most serious charges to date and the rules around getting nude. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Guy Mongomery just won The Fred Award for Best New Zealand show at this year’s International Comedy Festival.. The spcial prize was created in honour of Kiwi comedy legend John Clarke and his character Fred Dagg. So we've got him on to explain all about how to do stand up comedy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

New York has some of the worst air quality in the world at the moment due to massive fires in Canada. We hear from the streets what it is like there at the moment. It has been a crazy week in politics. We'll tell you why, plus side hustles and Fun Fact Friday Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Has money won out in the golfing merger between America's PGA and Saudi's LIV tour? We get the inside steer with Kiwi golfing icon Greg Turner. Why are India and China chucking out each other's journalists? The plan for AI to help you use up everything in your larder, plus the dire shortage of a key cocktail ingredient. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is almost everyone sick? That’s how it feels at the moment. We check in with the College of GPs to find out what’s going on. Does inflation have any silver linings? It does and we’ll let you know why, plus we’ve the secret to the best time of day to work out and Apple's augmented reality headset. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The global change which might make your petrol price jump up soon, and we have the numbers on how much of a brain drain to Aussie is happening right now. Prince Harry's in court suing a bunch of newspapers - we'll explain all that. Plus a surprising controversy - do you reheat your leftovers or eat them cold? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There’s a lot going on in the world of tech, stuff is moving FAST … and the thing is, there’s a lot of SNAKE OIL out there too. So, we asked Allyn Robyns from tech policy think Tank Brainbox, to identify three burgeoning areas of technology that he’s EXCITED about, and three that he’s a bit SCARED of … but, naturally, he didn’t follow instructions … Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A failed launch has resulted in a North Korean spy satellite crashing into the sea off South Korea. Why should we be worried about further attempts? Another weekend with surcharges, we explain when they're OK, plus why Connecticut is pardoning witches and Fun Fact Friday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Recent reports indicate the housing market might be bottoming out, so we ask Stuff's business editor: is now the right time to buy? One of the tennis grand slams is using AI to stop social media abuse, a mystery over Russian mercenaries and the Chatham Islands, and what sort of animal handsome are you? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A row has blown up in Australia over the local branch of consultancy PWC, we explain what it's been accused of and why the federal government there is fuming. Plus can refs avoid being biased? Will the US settle a deal before it runs out of money? And a tale as American as apple pie - a record breaking lottery win followed by a lawsuit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 2018 census was a bit of a disaster and it looks like a repeat this year, but why is it important and what relevance does a dud load of stats have to you? Plus common mistakes using ChatGPT and how to sort them, will we have a recession or not? - and gross things not to do on a plane. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Mama Hooch case has opened up discussion on sexual abuse. We hear from a criminologist who wants to know why so many men still feel entitled to force themselves on women .. and just a warning some might find this dialogue distressing. Plus how to overcome financial anxiety, backgrounding the Madeline McCann case, and is glass as sustainable as you thought? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Newsable has a lot of podcast friends at Stuff, but one, The Trial, has been ordered to stop publishing due to a legal challenge. Emile digs into why some platforms are treated differently to others, it seems, when it comes to court reporting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We go behind the headlines of the horrifying Mama Hooch sexual assault case with a Stuff reporter who’s been covering it since day one. A warning - the details could be upsetting. Plus, why getting out in nature is something you should do right now; why New Zealanders are having lots of pretty average sex; and Fun Fact Friday! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The news is full of ram raids and robberies, but does our fear of crime match the reality? Is it the end of cash rate rises? Plus Stuff's film reviewer won't watch the new Little Mermaid movie... and orcas in the Mediterranean learn to ram boats Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Reserve Bank has announced the Official Cash Rate is going up 25 basis points to 5.5%. In this special episode, financial advisor Sue Tierney talks through how this might affect you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Miami Zoo backs down over its treatment of a kiwi, including letting people pet it under bright lights. Plus we preview today's interest rate announcement, Tik Tok sues Montana and why German spies want to work from home. We also get the latest on the inquest into a missing boy and his stepfather. Please note some of the details of this case are distressing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Western leaders could arm Ukraine with F16 fighter jets. They're not exactly stealth fighters, but could they ratchet up the war with Russia? Defence expert Terry Johanson shares his thoughts. We could reduce plastic pollution by 80% right now using current technology, according to a UN report. Plus we talk about the importance of good news with the bad - and parking tickets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The inquest into one of Aotearoa's most baffling missing person cases starts ... so what are we going to learn? Plus, we'll break down the chaos currently happening in Pakistan. How you can show your support for your favourite local hospo haunt, and why Pauline Hanson's selling jumpers online to fight a racism lawsuit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eighteen and you're now an adult, but do you feel a bit of a fraud? Funnyman Chris Parker is here with all the advice you need to survive your early twenties. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The government’s spending plans are out, but will they make any difference to you? We have an expert on to make it all crystal clear. Elizabeth Holmes, US testing fraudster, might finally go to jail, plus the rise of non alcoholic drinks and the battle that is Fun Fact Friday! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Budget 2023 - the government's spending plan for the year is out. Who were the winners and losers? Stuff's political editor, Luke Malpass, is here to explain the top points. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Loafers Lodge fire is now being investigated as arson, but could the building itself have been safer? We catch up with The Post editor Caitlin Cherry to find out more. It's Budget Day - just a yawn or worth a listen? Plus a whole town hoping to be jam packed with Kyles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wellington's mayor Tory Whanau, and a Stuff reporter who spent all day at the Loafers Lodge join us to discuss what happened, what's happening, and what happens next after this tragic incident. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tala Sili, a resident of the Loafers Lodge in Wellington, has told reporters about jumping out of a window to escape the flames which gutted the building, killing several other people. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

PM Chris Hipkins has spoken to media about the situation at the Loafers Lodge after a massive fire killed multiple people. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fire and Emergency has called the fire at Wellington's Loafers Lodge a "worst nightmare" with dozens of people unaccounted for. Here's the latest updates from Tuesday morning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How did things get so bad between Gore's 24 year old mayor and the council? With a no-confidence vote due today, we get the back story. What jobs will survive in the age of AI? Plus a budget preview and embarrassing email stuff ups. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's thought billions may go undetected in lost tax and an expert tells Newsable other financial crime is barley looked at. The richest man in the world now has to decide which of his family will succeed him - it's real life Succession, plus returning kākāpō to the mainland and dining on the edge of space. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Looking for a great story teller with heart" - Jason Gunn, ex What Now presenter, talks about the hunt for a new host and what makes the show special. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Medical researchers want the advertising of medicines banned over worries about safety and over-subscribing; we hear from one of those calling for change. US Congressman George Santos, caught out lying, now facing court. The delight of Eurovision this weekend - but first Fun Fact Friday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Donald Trump has been found liable in a civil case of sex abuse, but will it dent his following? We head to New York for the latest details. Are ice baths doing you any good? We might have a few answers, as we search for the answer to the question - what even is country music? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices