Episodes
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Gavin Grey: UK Correspondent on David Walliams being accused of grooming teenagers and young women
Prominent Brit David Walliams is denying allegations he's used his celebrity status to pursue teenage girls for sex. A joint investigation by ITV News and The Guardian features multiple women who allege the comedian and children's book author targeted them when they were teenagers or young women....
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Denis O’Reilly: Lifetime Black Power member and community advocate on the reports on the second youth offender bootcamp
There are hopes revamped youth bootcamps might also be more cost-effective. A briefing obtained by Newstalk ZB shows no participants in the second pilot have gone on to re-offend, after seven out of ten in the first iteration allegedly did. However, Oranga Tamariki is looking at a less intensive...
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Greg Boland: Moomoo Market Strategy Consultant on Rocket Lab lifting its revenue to a new quarterly record of $476 million
Rocket Lab has lifted its revenue to a new quarterly record. It's posted just under $476 million, up about $60 million on the previous quarter. The company also signed about $1.78 billion in new launch contracts, bringing its backlog to 117 launches. Moomoo Market Strategy Consultant Greg Boland...
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Full Show Podcast: 11 November 2026
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Wednesday the 11th of November 2026, New data from Oranga Tamariki's bootcamp's show none of the 10 young people in the second pilot have re-offended, lifetime Black Power member and community advocate Denis O'Reily shares his thoughts.…
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Peter Huskinson: Bowel Cancer New Zealand Chief Executive on the passing of Dai Henwood
Dai Henwood's open battle bowel cancer battle has had a profound impact on New Zealand's awareness of the disease. Henwood died yesterday after a six-year battle with bowel cancer - he was 48 years old. Bowel Cancer New Zealand Chief Executive Peter Huskinson told Ryan Bridge the way he spread…
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Ryan Bridge: Remembering the first World War, 108 years on
11 o'clock, November 11th. Today marks 108 years since the end of the first World War. The Allies and Germany signed an armistice. It was finally all quiet on the Western Front. Think about the scale of it... we lost 18,000 in battle. Back then, our total population was just over a million.…
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Don Brash: Former ACT and National Leader on the vacant Finance Minister role
Don Brash, the former leader of the ACT and National parties, has admitted he wouldn’t give the Finance Minister role to another party if he were in Christopher Luxon’s position. But with ACT’s David Seymour gunning for the role, Brash told Ryan Bridge that Seymour was the only person who seemed…
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James Simpson: Turoa Skifield's Head of Brand and Marketing on visitor numbers near-doubling in 2026
Confidence is returning to Mount Ruapehu's Turoa ski area, as it's recording the longest season in the country. Its visitor numbers nearly doubled this year and it's already seeing an uptick in season passes for next year. It marks three seasons since the liquidation of Ruapehu Alpine Lifts…
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Andy England: Darfield High School Principal on NCEA exams kicking off today, using AI to mark
Questions remain over whether AI marking of school writing exams can capture individual flair and personality. An independent review's found NZQA's AI system scored literacy writing assessments exactly the same as humans in 79% of cases. It's considered fit for continued use. Andy England —the...
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Full Show Podcast: 10 November 2026
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Tuesday the 10th of November 2026, there's a big hole for finance minister with Nicola Willis out of Parliament, former National party and Act leader Don Brash tells Ryan who he thinks should next get the job. Tūroa ski field visitor numbers...
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Ryan Bridge: Our leaders should be attending APEC even in caretaker mode
Trump's going. Xi's going. Even Putin will be there. But what about Christopher Luxon or Chris Hipkins? The APEC Leaders meeting is next week up in China. Shenzhen. They're a great thing for a trading nation like ours to be involved in. We get access. We get bi-laterals on the sidelines. Leaders...
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Simon Bridges: Auckland Business Chamber CEO says Luxon should be open to Opportunity
The wait is on to see what New Zealand's next government will look like. Preliminary results favour the National Coalition, but that could change when special votes are counted. Auckland Business Chamber CEO Simon Bridges says, "I'd like to see, ACT, New Zealand First and National really to come...
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Ryan Bridge: Luxon will need to pick up the phone to Opportunity
As predicted last week the strategy Luxon loathes is what got him back to power. Thank you overhang. His strategy of ruling Opportunity out didn't keep them out. But none of that really matters. The ends always justify the means. Here we are. At worst Labour's path to power is a like a winter…
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Full Show Podcast: 09 November 2026
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Monday 9th of November 2026, Auckland Business Chamber CEO, former National MP Simon Bridges shares his thoughts National's result in this election and what happens from here. National MP for Hamilton East Ryan Hamilton shares his thoughts…
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Gavin Grey: UK/Europe Correspondent on Krakow shooting
A deadly shooting in Krakow has left Poland reeling, after a gunman opened fire in the city's popular main square. Six people have been killed and dozens injured. Three more bodies were later found at the suspect's home, identified as his parents and sister. UK/Europe Correspondent Gavin Grey has...
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Jason Pine: Weekend Sport host previews Auckland FC v Wellington Phoenix, Black Caps v India, Kiwis v Tonga, All Blacks v Scotland
There's an action-packed weekend ahead, with plenty of sport on the agenda. Saturday will see Auckland FC and the Wellington Phoenix clash in an A-League derby, while the Black Caps take on India and the Kiwis face Tonga in the Rugby League World Cup semi-final. Then on Sunday morning the All...
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Brigitte Morten: Political Commentator on the final days of election campaigning, struggles to predict the outcome
A political commentator is struggling to predict the outcome of the election. Election Day is tomorrow, and thousands of votes have already been cast. Polls released throughout the campaign have fluctuated, no party showing a clear lead across all of the polls. Brigitte Morten told Ryan Bridge…
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Steve Watt: Police Association President on Police enforcing gang patch ban
The police union says the Coalition's gang patch ban is working as intended. Newstalk ZB's revealed authorities are charging people for unlawful association more than four times as frequently as before the ban came into effect almost two years ago. Under the ban, those charged face up to six…
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Ryan Bridge: More Kiwis will be watching sport over the election this weekend
Here's an election prediction for you. Look out. Incoming. Hot take. Reckons. Newsflash. More people New Zealanders will watch sport this weekend than follow the election. I was chatting to a mate yesterday, not political, not engaged, plans to vote but doesn't care too much. He's been watching...
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Full Show Podcast: 06 November 2026
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Friday the 6th of November 2026, Political Commentator Brigitte Morten shares her thoughts on how the campaign has gone so far and what the election result could turn out like. Newstalk ZB weekend sport host has the latest on the big weekend...
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Alison Vaughan: SPCA Senior Scientific Officer on their renewed push to ban consumer purchase of fireworks
With Guy Fawkes celebrations tonight, vets and animal advocates are renewing their push to end private fireworks sales. The Government rejected a recommendation to do so earlier this year. The SPCA is urging Kiwis to back an open letter to the incoming Government, calling to end consumer sales,...
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Doug Haltz-Eakin: Economist and former Economic Advisor to John McCain on the outcome of the US Midterms
Tackling the cost of living and corruption, and ending the war in Iran are all top of the agenda for the new Democrat-controlled US Senate. Democrats have powered through the US Midterm elections, flipping seven Senate seats and 31 in the House of Representatives from the Republicans. Democrat...
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Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on unemployment rising to 5.7% in September quarter
The latest unexpected rise in unemployment could be a sign the economy isn't doing as well as expected. Four hundred and 38-thousand people aren't working as much as they could be in the September quarter. That includes 174-thousand - about 5.7 percent of the workforce - who wanted a job but…
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Ryan Bridge: The world's on Trump Temper Tantrum Watch
The world is now officially on Trump Temper Tantrum Watch. So far, he's been relatively gracious about the absolute thumping the Dems handed him. What happened last night has only happened three times since WWII – both the House and Senate flipping parties. The big losers are Republicans, the…
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Full Show Podcast: 05 November 2026
On the Early Edition with Full Show Podcast 2026, American Economist and former economic adviser to John McCain Doug Haltz-Eakin shares his thoughts on the U.S midterm results. Unemployment's risen to 5.7%, Infometrics Principal Economist Brad Olsen explains why this reinforces the Reserve Banks...
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Vanushi Walters and Todd McClay: Labour and National's Foreign Affairs Spokespeople on trade, foreign policy, China
Labour's Vanushi Walters has taken aim at the Government, saying its flip-flopping on foreign policy has created problems. The party's Foreign Affairs spokesperson told Ryan Bridge it's been inconsistent on calling out breaches of international law. Walters says the US and Israel's intervention...
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Mike Jones: BNZ Chief Economist previews the latest unemployment figures for Q3
How has the job market been faring? Stats NZ is releasing its latest quarterly unemployment data at 10.45am. Some economists expect unemployment to remain unchanged at 5.6%, an 11-year high, while others expect it will dip slightly to 5.5% or 5.4% – the first fall in five years. BNZ Chief…
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Gavin Grey: UK/Europe Correspondent on King Charles at CHOGM
King Charles has expressed sorrow over Britain's role in the transatlantic slave trade but stopped short of apologising or offering reparations. Britain captured and transported an estimated 12 to 15-million Africans to the Americas between 1500 and 1800, with more than two million dying on the...
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Ryan Bridge: Kiwis see through media bias over move-on orders
After all the hand-wringing and manufactured controversy, the 'Move On' orders are actually not controversial. The loser in this story is once again the media. The beat the story up into a frenzy. The government was trying to punish, or to use a phrase they readily adopted from Tory Whanau…
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Full Show Podcast: 04 November 2026
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Wednesday the 4th of November 2026, Todd McClay and Vanushi Walters join Ryan for an election special panel on foreign affairs and trade. BNZ Chief Economist Mike Jones tells Ryan what we can expect from the unemployment number out today....
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Arena Williams: Labour's Consumer Affairs Spokesperson on the party's pledge to ban fake, unfair discounts
Labour says it wants to better protect consumers from unfair pricing practices during the cost of living crisis. The party wants to shake-up the Fair Trading Act to make sure advertised specials relate to the lowest price in the preceding 30 days. It's also promising to ensure loyal phone,...
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Alf Filipaina: Manukau Ward Councillor on the post-Tonga v Samoa celebrations that led to nine arrests
There are concerns rugby league celebrations are coming at the expense of others. South Auckland police officers made nine arrests after Sunday's showdown between Tonga and Samoa at the Rugby League World Cup. Police had 160 officers monitoring the scenes, with some fans running on to roads,...
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Full Show Podcast: 03 November 2026
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Tuesday the 3rd of November 2026, Labour’s promising a crackdown on business practices it says are pushing up the cost of living, Labour Consumer Affairs Spokesperson joins Ryan. Rugby League World Cup celebrations turned sour over the…
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Chris Wilkinson: First Retail Group Managing Director on Retail NZ's Retail Radar report
Consumers could be more hesitant to tap their card this Christmas if the country's government is in a state of limbo. Retail NZ's latest Retail Radar report finds 73% of respondents are confident their business will survive the next 12 months – the highest level in two years. First Retail Group...
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Ryan Bridge: The midterms won't save the world from Trump
News alert for anyone who thinks the US midterms will save the world from Trump: they won't. The guy can still start wars and raise tariffs without Congress approval. He did so last year and this year. Losing the House to Democrats means funding gets harder and legal problems, but it's not a…
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Vicky Pryce: Business Correspondent on the response to the UK Budget, Christine Lagarde resigning as ECB President
The Head of Europe's central bank is resigning nine months before her eight year term ends. Christine Lagarde is stepping down as President of the European Central Bank on February 7th, 2027. Her resignation also comes ahead of France's next presidential election, and there's speculation the…
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James Meager and Tangi Utikere: National and Labour's Transport Spokespeople on reducing road deaths, funding Labour's proposed fuel tax freeze
Transport spokespeople from both major parties are welcoming the progress on closing the gap with Australia on road deaths. Between 2016 and 2018, New Zealand's road death rate was 2.5 people per 100,000 higher than Australia's. By last year, that gap had narrowed to just 0.4. National's…
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Full Show Podcast: 02 November 2026
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Monday the 2nd of November 2026, Associate Transport Minister James Meager and Labour Transport Spokesperson Tangi Utikere join Ryan for a election special panel on transport policy. Business Correspondent Vicky Pryce has the latest on the...
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Sarah Helm: Drug Foundation Executive Director on a post-code gap for access to drug rehab
Where people live could dictate how quickly they're seen by addiction services. Health New Zealand figures obtained by Newstalk ZB show more than two thirds of drug and alcohol referrals were within three weeks. But only 40.3% in Manawatū's MidCentral health district met that timeframe. Drug...
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Ryan Bridge: Netball New Zealand is silent – again
Netball New Zealand's board strikes again. And is refusing to do interviews. Again. I don't know what it is with these guys but every time there's a bit of good news to celebrate, like the Silver Ferns winning the Constellation Cup, Netball NZ straps on the suicide vest and wanders into the...
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Rob Nichol: New Zealand Rugby Players' Association CEO on the changes coming to NPC and Super Rugby
New Zealand Rugby Players' Association boss Rob Nichol has reflected on a needs-must moment for the sport. That follows the move for the five Super Rugby city hubs to consolidate franchise operations with their respective NPC teams from 2028, in a bid to reduce overhead costs. The governing body...
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Kelvin Davidson: Cotality Chief Property Economist on first home buyers making up 30% of purchases in the third quarter
First-home buyers are still dominating the market. The latest Cotality Westpac First Home Buyer Report finds they made up almost 30% of property purchases in the third quarter of this year. It shows lower house prices and mortgage rates are helping, with many tapping into KiwiSaver. Cotality…
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Phil Goff: Former Labour Leader unpacks the election campaign to date
Possible overhangs, high voter turnout, lower enrolment, and the Opportunity Party all mean the outcome of the election is too close to call, former Labour leader Phil Goff says. “Come Election Night, by midnight we may well not know who is going to govern New Zealand and that may take a couple…
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Ryan Bridge: Halloween is the new fireworks
Halloween is the new fireworks for kids in New Zealand, and it's a hell of a lot less controversial. New Zealand First wants to ban backyard fireworks. Winston loves his horses and they get spooked. The Greens back a ban. They love adopted Greyhounds. And cats. When I was young, this time of year...
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Full Show Podcast: 30 October 2026
Listen to the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Friday 30 October. Get the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast every weekday morning on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.
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Chris Fraser: Bluff Distillery Co-Founder on being one of the first NZ distilleries to be inducted into the Gin Guild
A gin distillery at the bottom of the country is earning top-shelf recognition. Bluff Distillery's been inducted into the prestigious Gin Guild – one of the first in New Zealand to receive the honour. Co-founder Chris Fraser was installed as Warden Rectifier at the Lord Mayor of London's mansion...
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Linda Gradstein: CBS Middle East Correspondent on the latest from Israel's election
Political paralysis in Israel could leave behind a caretaker government with Benjamin Netanyahu at its helm. With most votes counted, the incumbent's just ahead of his rival Gadi Eisenkot, with 53 seats to 48. The Arab parties are on a record 19 seats, and the 61 seats needed to govern are beyond...
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Full Show Podcast: 29 October 2026
Listen to the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Thursday 29 October. Get the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast every weekday morning on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.
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Nicola Willis: Finance Minister on the Reserve Bank's decision to hold the OCR
National Party Finance Spokeswoman Nicola Willis said the Official Cash Rate not going up is "positive news for the economy". The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) was split 4-3 in its decision to hold the rate at 2.75% yesterday. Willis told Ryan Bridge that the Reserve Bank said yesterday…
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Ryan Bridge: Why are we falling in love with chatbots?
Wanna know something weird? 1 in 7 Australian adults could imagine falling in love with an AI chatbot. They might tease us about our relations with sheep, but at least we're not actually getting into emotional relationships with a rack of computer hard drives. Weirdos. Anthony Albanese gave a...
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