Episodes
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McBlog: What Just Happened In America?!
We speak to our US correspondents Glenn Stanton and Zachary Mettler from Focus on the Family in the US about the disastrous mid-term elections. Topics include - was this all Trump's fault; has the country lurched to the left or is this more a rejection of the current President and Republican…
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Bilton Truth: If you Love NZ, Go Vote!
Should Christians be involved in politics, and how should they decide who to vote for? With New Zealand's election approaching, Samuel encourages Christians to take their responsibility seriously, even when the choices on the ballot are far from perfect.
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Family Matters EXCLUSIVE - Dr Isobel Ross and The Ethics of Puberty Blockers
In this exclusive episode of Family Matters, Simon speaks with retired anaesthetist, Dr Isobel Ross, who also has a PhD in informed consent. They discuss the ethics around prescribing puberty blockers based on a paper that Dr Ross has just had published in the New Zealand Medical Journal.…
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Political Playback Election Special - 3 November 2026
In this special episode of Political Playback with guest panelist Ashley Church - we examine how each party is doing in their campaign and the highlights and lowlights; how is the media doing in their election coverage and are they reporting or campaigning for certain parties; is strategic voting...
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StraightTalk - 2 November 2026
In this episode, we discuss: Election 2026 – 5 sleeps to go, the polls, the politicians, the predictions, and just how pivotal is this election in the grand scheme of things; the National party doesn’t want you to vote strategically – but neither do all the left wing parties. But NZ First and ACT...
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McBlog: Report Card - Christopher Luxon (National Party)
Where does the National Party leader & current Prime Minister Christopher Luxon stand on key values-based issues. We examine his voting record & public statements (he refused to respond to our questionnaire) - and ask, can a social conservative align their vote with the National Party. You be the...
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Bilton Truth: Kiwi's Need to Know This Before They Vote!
What can New Zealand learn from America's red and blue states? Samuel examines the mass migration from progressive-led states to conservative-led states, exploring the impact of taxation, government spending, and the cost of living. With the 7th of November fast approaching and advanced voting...
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McBlog: Report Card - Winston Peters (NZ First Party)
Where does the NZ First Party leader Winston Peters stand on key values-based issues. We examine his voting record, public statements, and responses to our questionnaire - and ask, can a social conservative align their vote with the NZ First Party. You be the judge. See his full questionnaire...
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McBlog: Report Card - David Seymour (ACT Party)
Can a social conservative align their vote with David Seymour and the ACT Party? Where do they stand on key values-based issues, and why have they been so hostile towards social conservatives recently. We examine Seymour’s voting record, public statements, and responses to our questionnaire. You…
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CounterCulture: Progressives vs Conservatives (Cost of Living Crisis)
In part two of our election conversation, Samuel and the CounterCulture panel unpack the worldviews behind the policies. From taxing the rich and redistributing wealth to personal responsibility and caring for the vulnerable. Where should government’s responsibility end and ours begin? Is it...
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Political Playback - 29 October 2026
In this special 100th episode of Political Playback – how well should politicians be over the basic economic facts; the latest polls and how reliable are they – and why did Luxon feel he had to comment on the most recent one; will Qiulae go with Winston, and can Labour conclude negotiations by...
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McBlog: Report Card - Chris Hipkins (Labour Party)
Where does the Labour Party leader Chris Hipkins stand on key values-based issues. We examine his voting record & public statements. (Unfortunately he refused to respond to our Value Your Vote questionnaire.) See his full questionnaire responses here...
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Family Matters - Ellen T Brumder and the Reality of Open Adoption in New Zealand
In this episode of Family Matters, Simon speaks with Ellen T Brumder, a New Zealand-based advocate who moved here from Texas 15 years ago and was stunned to discover how rare adoption had become. Last year, despite nearly 1,000 couples inquiring about adopting a baby; 200 trained to adopt, and...
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McBlog: Report Card - Marama & Chloe (Green Party)
Where do the Green Party co-leaders Chloe Swarbrick and Marama Davidson (and some of their high ranked MPs) stand on key values-based issues. We examine their voting record, public statements and also responses to our Value Your Vote questionnaire. #ValueYourVote #election2026 #familyfirstnz
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Political Playback Special - 27 October 2026
In this episode with guest Peter Williams joining Bob and Simon - advance voting – why are party leaders rushing to vote; gangs - should MPs be able to campaign / engage with them, and what are the implications of Kerrin Leonie still campaigning; have the opponents of strategic voting given the...
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McBlog: Report Card - Qiulae Wong (Opportunity Party)
Where does the Opportunity Party leader stand on key values-based issues. We examine her responses to our Value Your Vote questionnaire. See her full responses at https://www.valueyourvote.nz/party-leaders/opportunity-party
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Bilton Truth: National's Proposal on the Right to Silence
Should remaining silent about a child's murder be a crime? Following National's announcement of proposed changes to the right to silence, Samuel breaks down what the law currently is, the protections already in place, and why this debate matters for justice in New Zealand. Drawing on his…
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McBlog: Who I'm Voting For This Election
Bob details how he has come to his decision as to who he's voting for on November 7 - and who that is! You may be very surprised
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Daybreak - 23 October 2026
In this episode of Daybreak - High Court sides with gender activists, not vulnerable children; analysing the minor party leaders' debate; media continue to market the Opportunity Party - but why aren't they asking National the same questions about the Greens or TPM; when did the decline in our...
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CounterCulture: Should We Vote? (Extended Episode)
How should we decide who to vote for or should we vote at all? The panel explores the issues facing young Kiwis, from the cost of living to abortion, and debates how faith should shape our political choices. Is voting a civic duty? Does supporting a party mean endorsing everything it stands for?…
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Political Playback - 22 October 2026
In this episode of Political Playback - the latest polls; an analysis of both the Luxon / Hipkins debate and last night's Powerbrokers Debate; are the media deliberately misleading voters on the health issue; the "Gangreen" issue continues to rumble on; the call for Nats and Labour to force a…
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McBlog: "NZ had this very dubious title of being most likely to prescribe puberty blockers"
We speak to the founder and Executive Director of @Genspect Dr Stella O'Malley about the best available evidence for the care of children with gender dysphoria and gender-questioning youth. Dr O'Malley is a prominent international voice in the struggle for the rights of concerned parents and...
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Daybreak – 19 October 2026
In this episode of Daybreak – National proposes abolishing the right to silence for child abuse death 17 years after Family First lobbied for it; Greens and TPM cuddle up to the gangs – a gift to the current government; the media are still upset with a humorous political ad; did Radio NZ...
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Bilton Truth: What's the Difference Between a Leftist and a Liberal?
They're often confused, but their beliefs are very different. In this episode of Bilton Truth, Samuel explores five key differences: race, capitalism, nationalism, free speech, and Western civilisation. He also looks at where liberals and conservatives agree and where they differ. Find out who...
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McBlog: "Luxon Could Sink Without Trace Into the Labour Caucus" - John Banks
We speak to former National Cabinet minister, Auckland Mayor, and ACT Party leader John Banks about his analysis of Election 2026, his predictions, and why the major parties are failing to fire.
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McBlog: Melbourne Radicalisation, Political Polling, Anti- Semitic Greens, CPAC
We speak to our Australian correspondent Lyle Shelton. Topics include: the Omani co-pilot accused of attempting to crash an Israel-bound flight has been linked to a Melbourne Islamic centre; the Australian Greens leadership refuse to condemn their UK counterparts who say that "Zionism is Racism";...
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Political Playback Special - 13 October 2026
In a special election episode of Political Playback, Rodney Hide joins Bob McCoskrie to analyse the pros and cons of each of the political parties and how their campaigns are going with just over three weeks before the General Election.
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StraightTalk - 12 October 2026
In this episode of StraightTalk - Election 2026, the polls, the politicians and the predictions; is it immoral to be a billionaire; the media got very noisy about just two questions we asked Winston Peters in a wide ranging interview that covered many many other controversial topics. We analyse…
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Bilton Truth - Samuel Bilton reviews Heart of the Beast, starring Brad Pitt
Samuel Bilton reviews Heart of the Beast, starring Brad Pitt as a retired Special Operations soldier alongside his loyal dog, Odin. Samuel breaks down the film's violence, language, sexual content and spiritual themes to help parents decide whether it's suitable for their families. He also…
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Bilton Truth: The Core Difference Between the Left and the Right
What really separates the political left from the right? Is it simply a difference of opinion, or is there a fundamental difference of values? Samuel responds to Green Party co-leader Chlöe Swarbrick's comments on the left and right, exploring the foundational values that shape these competing...
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McBlog: Euthanasia, Radical Green's Statements, Felix Ngole, 'Conversion Therapy' & Brexit
Euthanasia, Radical Green's Statements, Felix Ngole, 'Conversion Therapy' & Brexit. Much to discuss with our UK correspondent. We check in with our UK correspondent Sean Redfearn from Christian Concern based in London. Topics include: latest attempts on legalising euthanasia; a Christian social...
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CounterCulture: Conservatism's Youth Problem (Part 2)
What draws young men towards a conservative worldview—and how can we offer them a compelling vision for life? In part two of this CounterCulture discussion, Samuel and the panel explore masculinity, personal responsibility and the purpose that comes from serving something bigger than yourself.…
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McBlog: Protecting Polyamory, LGB Youth Decline, Hasan Piker, Christa Pike, Cornell University
We check in with our US correspondent Glenn Stanton from Focus on the Family. Topics discussed include: Seattle passed a measure to extend civil rights protections to non-monogamous people & recognise additional sexual orientations and gender identities; younger teens are now much less likely to...
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Family Matters - Melinda Tankard Reist on How Tech is Facilitating Violence Against Women
🚩A warning. This is a very important topic but also be aware that in talking about the protection of young girls and women, and the abuse directed at our podcast guest, some may find the discussion distressing. In this episode of Family Matters, what happens when standing up for women and girls...
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Rt Hon Winston Peters - the exclusive extended interview.
Rt Hon Winston Peters - the exclusive extended interview. As part of our Election 2026 coverage, Bob McCoskrie sits down for an extended interview with NZ First leader Winston Peters. The discussion covers many key issues including - the definition of ‘social conservative’, wokeness, gender...
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StraightTalk – 5 October 2026
In this episode of StraightTalk, we discuss: the latest political polls (and why won’t the media place equal attention on just how disastrous Labour – the other major party – is doing; lots of discussion around strategic voting – but is it just the right that are voting this way, and is the left...
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CounterCulture - Conservatism's youth problem
Why do young people so often lean progressive, while conservatism struggles to inspire the next generation? In this episode of CounterCulture, the panel asks why progressivism is so attractive to young people, and whether breaking from tradition always leads somewhere better. We discuss why...
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Political Playback - 1 October 2026
In this episode of Political Playback – can we draw any conclusions from the latest polls, and did the media deliberately ignore one of them; what's all the chatter about 'strategic' voting on the right; Family First's Value Your Vote is a must-read before you vote; are the financial books…
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Family Matters - Nick and Sarah Field on Good Stuff for Parents and Families
In this episode of Family Matters, Simon sits down with Nick and Sarah Field, the Kiwi couple behind 'Good Stuff Parenting' ( @GoodStuffParenting ) - a biblically-grounded parenting resource designed to help parents raise their children toward maturity with a clear, simple, and practical pathway....
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Political Playback SPECIAL - Should Social Conservatives Vote 'Strategically'?
Should Social Conservatives Vote 'Strategically'? Bob McCoskrie and Simon O'Connor discuss the growing calls for conservative voters to vote 'strategically' at the upcoming General Election. In their detailed analysis, they look at the electoral system, how the strategic voting would work, what...
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Daybreak - 30 September 2026
In this episode of Daybreak – online abuse at MPs, including men; latest political polls; a grilling, investigative and tough interview of Chloe on 1Breakfast – oh, wait; just how bad will Labour’s numbers get; how good will Green’s numbers get; more discussion around strategic voting; are…
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Bilton Truth: Was Charlie Kirk Racist?
Was Charlie Kirk actually a racist? In this episode of Bilton Truth, Samuel looks at Charlie’s own responses to actual racists and puts some of his most controversial views into context — including his positions on DEI and crime statistics. #familyfirstnz #charliekirk
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Solid Ground - 29 September 2026
On this episode of Solid Ground, Simon starts with a nice story coming out of a school in Tauranga and a court case in the United States, where an aborted baby has won compensation for wrongful death. He then turns to an array of misleading headlines in both New Zealand and overseas media,...
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McBlog: Body Fascism, Anti Fatness & Racial Control. Wait, what?
An activist at a recent Socialism 2026 conference in Chicago slammed the "diet industry" for policing "Black fat flesh," characterising modern health standards & weight management as forms of "body fascism” - drawing on "eugenic, anti-Black, anti-fat, ableist, racist, productivist traditions..."...
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Bilton Truth: Run Hide Fight Infidels (Review)
*Warning: This review is not suitable for children and contains an account of real-life sexual violence.* Samuel watched Daily Wire’s new movie Run Hide Fight: Infidels — and he has some mixed feelings. The film depicts an ISIS terrorist attack on an American university campus and isn’t afraid to...
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McBlog: Government Bans Parents’ Voices On RSE
The newly released RSE curriculum has had some significant & welcome improvements - but there has been a disturbing change. The Ministry of Education has previously told schools and boards of trustees that they must find out the wishes of the school community in terms of how sex education should…
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Family Matters - Dr Aaron Edwards and Responding to a Church Going Over the Cliff
On this episode of Family Matters, Simon interviews UK theologian and former Cliff College lecturer Dr. Aaron Edwards, a husband and father of seven, about being suspended and fired after a February 2023 tweet pointing out the church was losing its way around matters of sexuality. You read this...
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McBlog: Green's Health Policy - Phobias, Birth 'Parents' & Puberty Blockers
The Green Party have released their health policy. It’s quite the jumble of themes, phobias & woke terms. To be fair, there’s a couple of good things – but it’s predominantly pro abortion, transing and euthanasia. And a (whacky) claim that females only give birth to “most” babies.
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Daybreak - 21 September 2026
In this episode of Daybreak – support for holding a referendum on MMP; 50% of teens say they got smartphone too young; which political party wants to spend the most to bribe you; why is Foodstuffs being targeted; Hipkins still enjoys protection from some of the media; Greens continue to display...
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Bilton Truth - Are New Zealand Universities Racist?
Are New Zealand Universities Racist? Duncan Garner recently revealed startling figures suggesting Māori applicants are being offered places at Otago Medical School at a dramatically higher rate than applicants in the general category. In this episode, Samuel reacts to Duncan’s investigation and...
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