All Episodes

Mark the Week: The 'brain gain' is good news for New Zealand

Murray Olds: Australian Correspondent discusses Channel Nine host leaving network after interview with Far-right personality

Mike's Minute: The conservation discussion shows our immaturity

Jason Pine: Host of Weekend Sport and NZME Football Commentator on the All White's must-win game against Belgium

John Harman: Director of Lightforce Solar on National's promise to give homeowners 'Solar Loans'

Full Show Podcast: 26 June 2026

Tama Potaka: Conservation Minister backs down on decision to sell conservation land

Rebecca Ingram: Tourism Aotearoa CEO talks the government's long term Tourism Policy Statement

Kelly Eckhold: Westpac Chief Economists on positive economic forecasts

Todd McClay: Trade Minister talks Winston Peters' latest grips with India FTA

Mike's Minute: The only winner of the political polls

Ben Glanfield and Jackson Boswell: Borderline members on their debut album, growing popularity

Chris Kinraid: NZ Rugby Chief Financial Officer explains why they rejected bids to save Moana Pasifika

Full Show Podcast: 25 June 2026

Caroline Harvie-Teare: Venues Otautahi CEO on the new One NZ Stadium generating $21 million in the first 60 days

Simon Bridges: Auckland Business Chamber CEO on the 12th annual China Business Summit taking place in Auckland

Jo McKenna: Europe Correspondent on the heatwave sweeping Europe, Meloni v Trump

Tania Tapsell: Rotorua Mayor on the economic impact of the visa waiver trial for Chinese and Pacific visitors

Murray Crane: Former Heart of the City Board Member on the mass resignation, call for Auckland Council to pull funding

Brooke van Velden: Workplace Relations Minister on the rift with NZ First over the Health and Safety overhaul

Mike's Minute: Why hasn't fast-track helped the Port of Tauranga?

Pollies: National's Mark Mitchell and Labour's Ginny Andersen talk the Greens' tax policy, conservation land, ACC

Oliver Hartwich: NZ Initiative Executive Director on the call for ACC to focus on rehabilitation, returning people to the workforce

Full Show Podcast: 24 June 2026

Steve McCracken: Secondary Principals' Council Chair on Hillmorton High School closing for two days after rats chewed through a fibre cable

Simeon Brown: Health Minister on the progress on health targets, ED wait times

Alan McDonald: Employers and Manufacturers Association Head of Advocacy and Strategy on employment confidence reaching a 22 year low

Anthony Glees: University of Buckingham Emeritus Professor on Five Eyes' warning about the threat of AI to security

Bruce Patten: Loan Market CEO on ANZ cutting its home loan and term deposit rates

Mike's Minute: Electoral fantasy vs what will actually happen

Enda Brady: UK Correspondent on Sir Keir Starmer resigning as Prime Minister

Andrew Webster: Warriors Coach on the win over the Cowboys, season to date, Jackson Ford's injury

Full Show Podcast: 23 June 2026

Jerry Prendergast: United Fresh President on the number of people opting for fresh produce over processed foods, heavy proteins

Catherine Field: France Correspondent on the Health Department issuing a red danger alert due to the heatwave

Ardie Savea: New All Blacks Captain on the squad naming, returning from sabbatical in Japan

Adam Boulton: UK Political Commentator on Sir Keir Starmer resigning as Prime Minister and Labour Party Leader

Andrew Wilson: Regional Tourism NZ Chair on the call for a nationwide bed tax

Sylvie Thrush Marsh: MyHR Spokesperson on the sectors recording increased restructuring activity

Full Show Podcast: 22 June 2026

Mike's Minute: We are becoming, again, the magnet that we should be

Commentary Box with Andrew Saville and Jason Pine: All Whites, Warriors, Black Caps

Christopher Luxon: Prime Minister blasts Green's proposed wealth tax

Ricki Herbert: Former All Whites Coach previews key match against Egypt

Anand Menon: King’s College London Professor says change of UK leadership imminent

Murray Harris: Milford Asset Management's General Manager on National's Kiwisaver boost promise

Bruce Bernacchi: Dentons tax partner says Green's tax will send investments overseas

Greg Smith: Generate Investment Specialist says Kiwisaver boosts won't make a full retirement plan

Mike's Minute: More and more proof age is only a number

Mark the Week: The Immigration scandal is as bad as it gets

Mike's Minute: Labour's "splash the cash" mentality will solve nothing

Wrapping the Week with Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson: Holidays, travel, the new business outside NZME

Cameron George: Warriors CEO on this weekend's clash against the Cowboys at One NZ Stadium

Full Show Podcast: 19 June 2026

Malcolm Gillies and Simon Graafhuis: Hurricanes Co-Owner and Chairman and Chiefs CEO ahead of the Super Rugby Pacific Grand Final

Andy Bowley: Forsyth Barr Head of Research on the number of empty seats Air NZ flew on its US network

Sam Woolford: LegaSea Programme Lead on the delay of the controversial Fisheries Amendment Bill

Hayley Horan: Wellington Chamber of Commerce CEO on the canning of the Golden Mile project

Nicola Willis: Economic Growth Minister on the GDP rising 0.8% in the March quarter

Mike's Minute: We've got to be more positive

Enda Brady: UK Correspondent on the FIFA World Cup, Labour leadership challenge, Jeremy Clarkson's cancer diagnosis

Charlie Puth: Musician on his album 'Whatever's Clever!', touring, playing Madison Square Garden and Art Garfunkel

Dame Noeline Taurua: Silver Ferns coach on the upcoming Commonwealth Games, the squad she named

Full Show Podcast: 18 June 2026

Simon Parham: Waitomo Fuel CEO on the Commerce Commission pushing petrol stations to pass on falling oil prices to customers

Megan Main: ACC CEO on the impact of workplace and accidental injuries on the economy

Sharon Zollner: ANZ Chief Economist on the impact of the US-Iran deal on the economy, GDP figures

Louise Upston: Social Development Minister stands by changes to Jobseeker system

Winston Peters: NZ First Leader on his call for Immigration officials to be jailed for misleading Ministers over a $33 million project

Mike's Minute: Labour have no idea

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the minimal details of the deal between the US and Iran

Tom Lane: Rockit Global General Counsel and Commercial Director on their court win in China against an unlicensed operation growing their variety

Fred de Jong: Former All White on the team's 2-2 draw with Iran in their first FIFA World Cup match

Pollies: National's Mark Mitchell and Labour's Ginny Andersen talk Labour's policy agenda, MBIE, state of the economy

Full Show Podcast: 17 June 2026

Chris Quin: Foodstuffs North Island Managing Director on the latest Food Price Index

Todd Stephenson: ACT Party Public Service Spokesperson on their election policy that would keep workplace regulators from acting as ideological enforcers

Geoff Cooper: Infrastructure Commission CEO on the Government green-lighting a 30-year infrastructure plan

Nic Blakeley: MBIE CEO on the independent review into a failed project that had its costs hidden

Mike's Minute: Are there winners from the Iran deal?

Enda Brady: UK Correspondent on the youth social media ban, Labour Party leadership struggles

Kerry Spackman: Neuroscientist and Author on his new book 'The Winner's Formula'

Andrew Pragnell: NZ Football CEO previews the All Whites' FIFA World Cup opener against Iran

Karen Orsborn: Mental Health and Wellbeing Commission CEO on the report on the state of New Zealand's mental health system

Full Show Podcast: 16 June 2026

Carolyn Young: Retail NZ CEO on the uptick in retail spending for May

Michael Brooks: Warner Brothers Discovery Managing Director on the launch of HBO Max in New Zealand

Nicola Willis: Finance Minister on the economic impact of the US-Iran peace deal, fuel crisis

Matthew Schmidt: International Security Expert on the peace deal between the US and Iran

Mike's Minute: It's a joy to see your kids living their dreams

Commentary Box with Andrew Saville and Jason Pine: Formula 1, The World Cup, Knicks

Christopher Luxon: PM discusses Bed Tax regional deal with Auckland

Full Show Podcast: 15 June 2026

Richard Lindroos: National Fieldays Society Chief Executive recaps successful year at Fieldays

Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist discusses latest data from Infometrics and Foodstuffs

Jeffrey Pryce: Foreign policy analyst says Iran peace deal still far off, despite Trump's claims

Barbara Edmonds: Labour's Finance Spokesperson comments on accusations of financial hole in election promises

Heather du Plessis-Allan: The World Cup will be a winner

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the US calling off strikes on Iran, Trump's claim of a deal

Wrapping the Week with Kerre Woodham and Tim Wilson: Uber Eats, Ben Stokes, FIFA World Cup

Paul Spain: Gorilla Technology CEO on Visa integrating its payment network into ChatGPT so AI agents can shop for people

Steve Lancaster: NZ Rugby CEO on the Super Rugby Pacific semi-finals

Full Show Podcast: 12 June 2026

Peter Nunns: Infrastructure Commission GM of Strategy on the need for an investment strategy for renewable energy infrastructure

Ben McNulty: Wellington Deputy Mayor on the review into the Golden Mile project and its budget blowout

Karl Dean: Federated Farmers Spokesperson on ACT announcing a crackdown on rural crime

Randy Manner: Former US General on the US calling off strikes against Iran, Trump's claims of a possible deal with Iran

Heather du Plessis-Allan: Is that it Labour?

Enda Brady: UK Correspondent on the latest from the Belfast riots and protests

Alan Davies: British Comedian on bringing 'Think Ahead' to New Zealand

Michael Burgess: NZ Herald Senior Sports Journalist on the security measures, ticket prices ahead of the FIFA World Cup

Full Show Podcast: 11 June 2026

Ed McKnight: Opes Partners Resident Economist on housing prices nearing their longest downturn in modern history

Peter Cooper: Cooper and Company Founder on the new development and investment plan for Britomart in Auckland

David Seymour: Associate Education Minister on the attendance and achievement reports for new charter schools

Tangi Utikere: Labour's Transport Spokesperson on their public transport fare cap policy

Heather du Plessis-Allan: I've accepted the LNG Terminal as a short term fix

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on Iran, naming of the Artemis III crew

Simon Gault: Celebrity Chef and health advocate on Uber Eats' revenue growth, the number of Kiwis ordering food

Pollies: National's Mark Mitchell and Labour's Ginny Andersen on Rakesh Naidoo standing for Labour, Labour's policy announcement

Full Show Podcast: 10 June 2026

Suzannah Jessep: Asia New Zealand Foundation CEO on the Perceptions of Asia survey, the US being seen as a bigger threat than China

Marama Davidson: Green Party Co-Leader on their campaign promise of harsher penalties for companies breaching the Privacy Act

Richard Lindroos: National Fieldays Society CEO on the opening day of the event at Mystery Creek

Andrew Eagles: Smart Energy Alliance Spokesperson on the Govt pushing ahead with an LNG import terminal, scraps proposed levy

Lanny Wong: Mangawhai Pharmacy Director on the Government looking into allowing click and collect for prescription medications

Heather du Plessis-Allan: Labour's reset is off to a very shaky start

Joey Wheeler: Former Highlander and Māori All Black on Tony Brown returning to coach the All Blacks from 2028

Full Show Podcast: 09 June 2026

Andrew Fairgray: 2degreees Chief Business Officer on the new report saying the 'return to normal' narrative is no longer influencing business confidence

Jeffrey Pryce: Foreign Policy Analyst on the conflict in the Middle East, Iran trading strikes with Israel

Leela Ashford: Spark Chief Brand Officer on the clash between Spark and Auckland Council over the city's phone booths

Grant Duncan: Political Commentator on the circumstances surrounding Superintendent Rakesh Naidoo standing for the Labour Party

Chris Hipkins: Labour Leader on Superintendent Rakesh Naidoo standing for Labour, policy announcement

Nick Collins: Aluminium Extruders Association CEO on the trade investigation into whether an uptick in imports could be harming local manufacturers

Brad Olsen: Infometrics economist says Government's unrevealed $1B an 'odd approach'

Sam Cliffe: NZ Blood Service CEO says more plasma donors are needed

Heather du Plessis-Allan: Luxon does his best work overseas

Full Show Podcast: 08 June 2026

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent chats Iran, Graham Platner, and Trump storming out of NBC interview

Christopher Luxon: Prime Minister says international role is 'super salesman for New Zealand'

Stacey Mowbray: Headway CEO pleased with Run it Straight legislation but says education is needed

Wayne Langford: Federated Farmers president on launching election priorities and building on restoring farmer confidence

Heather du Plessis-Allan: Are we a bit harsh on Gen Z?

Wrapping the Week: Kerre Woodham and Tim Wilson talk Radio and Podcast Awards, Gen Z, Gerry Brownlee

Jack Mesley: Super Rugby Pacific CEO on the playoffs starting this weekend

Full Show Podcast: 05 June 2026

Mark Harris: NZ Sotheby's International Realty Managing Director on the rising interest in multi-generational living

Steve Evans: Fletcher Living CEO on the launch of a solar-powered no bill housing model

Carl Taylor: Combined Building Supplies Co-Op CEO on construction activity falling to a ten year low

Randy Manner: Former US Army Major General on Hezbollah rejecting the terms of a ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon

Erica Stanford: Education Minister on overseas teachers making up about 12.5% of the workforce

Heather du Plessis-Allan: The Opportunity Party could be the dark horse of the election

Chris Parker: Kiwi Comedian on comedy in New Zealand and Australia, upcoming tour

Gary Burchett: Sky TV Head of Sport Content on the decision to stream All Blacks games for free in delay

Full Show Podcast: 04 June 2026

Warren Maher: Waikato Regional Council Chair on Te Huia fares being increased by 25% amid a surge in passengers

Richard Dawkins: Federated Farmers Meat and Wool Chair on wool prices hitting a 15 year high, surging demand

Brendon Crompton: Blue Light Ventures CEO on the Government's investment in reducing child and youth offending through sport and recreation

Laura McClure: ACT MP on being one of four MPs banned from China after visiting Taiwan

Todd McClay: Trade Minister on the new round of tariffs proposed by Donald Trump

Heather du Plessis-Allan: Simon Watts made the right call - but it should go further

Full Show Podcast: 03 June 2026

Jaimee Lupton: Gingernut's Angels Founder on the foundation's efforts to remove the financial barrier to IVF and fertility treatments

Pollies: National's Mark Mitchell and Labour's Ginny Andersen on Budget 2026, NZ's nuclear stance, and the ban on non-elected council members voting

René de Monchy: Tourism NZ CEO on the increased spending by international tourists, focus on the luxury market

Kris Faafoi: Insurance Council CEO on the call to replace the Fire and Emergency Levy with a Community Protection Levy

John Carnegie: Energy Resources Aotearoa CEO on the expressions of interest in the Government's gas exploration fund

Kent Duston: Banking Reform Coalition Convener on Heartland striking a deal to purchase TSB and form a new banking entity

Simon Watts: Local Government Minister on the move to restrict council voting to elected members

Heather du Plessis-Allan: Hegseth's comments shouldn't upset New Zealand

Rod Liddle: UK Correspondent on the latest batch of Mandelson files, rifts in the Labour Party

Commentary Box: Jason Pine and Andrew Saville discuss the Warriors v Panthers, Super Rugby Pacific, Tim Payne

Full Show Podcast: 02 June 2026

Luci Ellis: Westpac Group Chief Economist compares economic outlooks, unpacks whether NZ will become Australia's tax haven

Anhar Khanbhai: Wise's Travel Spending Expert on the number of Kiwis going over-budget when overseas

Lisa Woods: Amnesty International NZ Movement Building & Advocacy Director on the cross-sector call for digital accountability from platforms like Facebook and TikTok

Christopher Luxon: Prime Minister on accusations NZ's freeloading off the US military, Budget 2026,

Pat Newman: Te Tai Tokerau Principals' Association Spokesperson on the rise in use of physical restraint on children

Mark the Week: 'Horse-faced duck' gave a look behind the scenes at Labour

Mike's Minute: My thoughts on the Budget

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the latest draft plan for an extension to the ceasefire between Iran and the US

Wrapping the Week with Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson: Dame Lynda Topp's Budget criticism, holidays, and Oura Rings

Richie Barnett: Former Kiwis Captain previews the NRL clash between the Warriors and Panthers

Full Show Podcast: 29 May 2026

Campbell Parker: Dairy NZ CEO on the new dairy season, wide milk price range

Alan McDonald: Employers and Manufacturers' Association Head of Advocacy on the focus on trades in Budget 2026

Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on Budget 2026, return to surplus coming a year earlier than expected

Nicola Willis: Finance Minister on the reaction to Budget 2026, the levy on banks

Winston Peters: Minister for Rail and Foreign Affairs on what he got across the line in the Budget, the situation in the Middle East

Mike's Minute: We are finally utilising the whole country

Lee Martin: Kiwi singer-songwriter talks musical development, upcoming album 'Marlene'

Full Show Podcast: 28 May 2026

Rob Nichol: Rugby Players Association CEO on the potential lifeline for Moana Pasifika

Michael Johnston: NZ Initiative Education Research Fellow on the Government backing down on proposed homeschooling changes

Anna Breman: Reserve Bank Governor unpacks the decision to hold the Official Cash Rate at 2.25%

Luke Bradford, Nick Leggett, Steve McCracken, and Katherine Rich: Industry Leaders' key hopes for Budget 2026

Mike's Minute: Moana Pasifika showed the market was right

Steven Joyce: Former Finance Minister previews Budget 2026, backs public sector cuts

Marcos Pelenur: Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority CEO on the public ad campaign on how to save fuel

Full Show Podcast: 27 May 2026

Pollies: National's Mark Mitchell and Labour's Ginny Andersen talk MP housing entitlements, Labour leaks

Brent Eccles: Eccles Entertainment Founder on the Government's move to adjust the Copyright Act to extend protection for Kiwi music

Michael Webster: Privacy Commissioner on the inquiry finding Health NZ and Manage My Health breached privacy code

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the latest in the Middle East, US attacks on Iran

Carl Carrington: NZ King Salmon CEO on the company reporting a $13.8 million net profit for the first half of the year

Kelly Eckhold: Westpac Chief Economist ahead of the Official Cash Rate announcement

Mike's Minute: Not everything is a conspiracy

Ben Kennings: Surfing NZ CEO on the World Surf League event at Raglan's Manu Bay

Steve Jurkovich: Kiwibank CEO gives economic lay of the land ahead of Budget, OCR announcement

Jennah Wootten: New Netball New Zealand CEO on her plans for the sport, broadcasting deals

John Stevenson: Fonterra Co-Operative Council Chair on farmgate milk prices forecast to hit between $9.50 and $10

Full Show Podcast: 26 May 2026

Lisa Hopkins: Business Events Industry Aotearoa CEO on the 50% increase in international delegate arrivals in the first quarter

Roger Gray: Port of Auckland CEO on the 3% reduction in the number of cruise ships coming into port for the 2026/27 season

Jo McKenna: Italy Correspondent on Pope Leo XIV calling to regulate AI in his first major teaching

Shane Jones: Associate Energy Minister on the Government's $1.2 billion gas transition loan scheme for businesses

Nick Becker: Auckland FC CEO on winning the A-League

Steve Price: Australia correspondent on the latest news poll and potential new teal party

Full Show Podcast: 25 May 2026

Christopher Luxon: Prime Minister chats ahead of budget

Mike's Minute: We're reliant on cars and we need to stop pretending we aren't

Matthew Cooper: Sport Waikato CEO slams parents after sideline abuse leads to games cancelled

Mike's Minute: The public service cut is to be admired

Mark the Week: This has been Chris Hipkins' worst week of the year

Mike's Minute: Aussie Labor have shown NZ Labour what not to do

Wrapping the Week with Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson: ZB ratings, Kate being banned from Amazon, parenting advice

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the backlash to Donald Trump's $1.8b anti-weaponisation slush fund

Jono, Ben, and Megan crash the Mike Hosking Breakfast

Wayne O'Donnell: Hawke’s Bay Confederation of Billiard Sports President on the increased prize pool at the Hawke's Bay Open

Full Show Podcast: 22 May 2026

Nick Becker: Auckland FC CEO on this weekend's A-League Grand Final against Sydney FC

Nathan Guy: Special Agricultural Trade Envoy on exports reaching $8.6 billion in April with meat leading the way

Todd Hunter: Turners Automotive CEO on the company's record net profit of over $63 million

David Seymour: Associate Health Minister on Pharmac's proposal to increase funding for free flu vaccines

Murray Edridge: Wellington City Mission CEO on the Government's social housing reform

Mike's Minute: So yes, Chris Hipkins does think you're stupid

Rod Liddle: UK Correspondent on the Russian jets intercepting UK surveillance planes over the Black Sea

Grant Baker: NZ Businessman and Entrepreneur on his decades of success and failures, new book 'No Pit Stops: The Business Of Going All In'

Jason Te Brake: Zespri CEO on their record $5.9 billion in global sales for the 2025/26 season

Full Show Podcast: 21 May 2026

Benno Blaschke: NZ Initiative Research Fellow on the suggestion to replace housing targets with price indicators, remove politics from housing

Kirsten Corson: Drive Electric Chair on the State of the Nation Report, push to further electrify the transport system

Floyd du Plessis: Corrections Association President on the 14 Corrections staff arrested for accepting bribes and conspiring to supply drugs

Chris Bishop: Infrastructure and RMA Reform Minister on the report revealing the 267 regulators operating in New Zealand

Mike's Minute: Labour's lack of detail show they've learned nothing

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on Donald Trump pulling back from striking Iran, ongoing negotiations

Pollies: National's Mark Mitchell and Labour's Ginny Andersen discuss Labour's Future Fund, Winston Peters' idea for BNZ, and public service cuts

Grant Dalton: Team New Zealand CEO on the preliminary America's Cup regatta in Sardina

Full Show Podcast: 20 May 2026

Katie Sadlier: Commonwealth Sport CEO on Auckland hosting the Oceania National Olympic Committees' General Assembly

Linda Sissons: Education NZ Acting CEO on the growing number of international students enrolled in New Zealand

Nicola Willis: Finance Minister on the public service reform, experimenting with AI to streamline tasks

Nick Brunsdon: Infometrics Principal Economist on retail spending falling by $160 million in April

Mike's Minute: Here's what the 2026 Election is about

Enda Brady: UK Correspondent on the UK Government investigating a pitch to host the Olympics in the North of England

Michael Kelly: American Actor on returning to Jack Ryan for the Ghost War film, the longevity of the franchise

Full Show Podcast: 19 May 2026

Paul Spoonley: Massey University Sociologist on NZ's population increasing by 0.8% as the gap between birth and death rates narrow

Erica Stanford: Education Minister on the $131 million investment in maths, reading, and writing education

Catherine Beard: BusinessNZ Advocacy Director on the services sector continuing to contract in April

Rebecca Ingram: Tourism Industry Aotearoa CEO on the TRENZ tourism business event running this week in Auckland

Sarah Dalton: Association of Salaried Medical Experts Executive Director on the number of specialist referrals being declined

Full Show Podcast: 18 May 2026

Mike's Minute: Do the unions have anything positive to say about education?

ComBox: Andrew Saville and Jason Pine discuss the weekend's sports

Chris Luxon: Prime Minister addresses spat between Labour and NZ First leader

Winston Peters: NZ First leader lays out plans for Government to buy BNZ

Samira Taghavi: Defence lawyer says removing good character statements won't make much difference

Gaven Martin: Massey University Distinguished Professor in Mathematics discusses boost for classroom resources

Mike's Minute: Fees Free was a mistake - let's not repeat it

Mike's Minute: Chris Hipkins is deluded

Mark the Week: Hiring Sir Graham Henry is an excellent idea

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the meeting between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping in Beijing

Wrapping the Week with Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson: Awards, gifts, and an anniversary

Full Show Podcast: 15 May 2026

Dave Rennie: All Blacks Coach on taking over from Scott Robertson, the new direction for the team

Erica Stanford: Education Minister on the delayed roll out of the new science and social science curriculums

Jonathan Kearsley: Sky News Australia Correspondent on Trump's visit to China and meeting with Xi Jinping

Nikhil Ravishankar: Air NZ CEO on their projected full-year pre-tax loss rising to $390 million

Mike's Minute: Reality vs ideology re: asset sales

Stephanie Tully: Jetstar CEO on Qantas and Jetstar committing to NZ despite axing flights

Full Show Podcast: 14 May 2026

Andrew Pragnell: New Zealand Football CEO on the naming of the All Whites' World Cup squad, the financial impact

Nicole Buisson: Lightspeed Managing Director on the State of the Retail Industry report and the number of Kiwis preferring to shop in person

Cameron Brewer: Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister on the harsher penalties for misleading pricing

Nicola Willis: Finance Minister on the decision to reduce the operating allowance by $300 million for the next Budget

Kendall Langston: Pivot & Pace Founding Partner on the country's leading CEOs becoming increasingly frustrated by the lack of long-term thinking

Mike's Minute: Has the Māori Party been a success?

Steve Price: Australia Correspondent on the federal budget, the tax break for workers, capital gains tax

Sir Graham Lowe: Former Kiwis and Queensland Maroons Head Coach on Luke Metcalf's likely departure from the team

Pollies: National's Mark Mitchell and Labour's Ginny Andersen talk Judith Collins' career, Mariameno Kapa-Kingi's new party, and the former Labour staffer linked to a troll account

John Small: Commerce Commission Chair unpacks the report looking at the country's most and least competitive sectors

Full Show Podcast: 13 May 2026

Mel Tavendale: Waitaki Mayor on the district's ratepayers facing a 45% increase

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on Donald Trump's visit to China

Charles Croucher: 9News Chief Political Editor on Australia's tax break for workers and the introduction of a capital gains tax

Judith Collins: Retiring National MP reflects on her 24 year political career

Todd McClay: Trade Minister on the US investigating the possibility of tariffs on NZ lamb

Mike's Minute: Is Chlöe Swarbrick a bit useless?

Shane Filan: Westlife Lead Singer on the 25th anniversary of Westlife, NZ tour

Full Show Podcast: 12 May 2026

Andrea Nelson: NZ Rugby League's new CEO on the state of the game, opportunities

Ed McKnight: Economist at Opes Partners on the number of first-home buyers turning to their parents for financial assistance

Lee Marshall: Motor Trade Association CEO on the potential for China to overtake Japan as our largest source of car imports

Te Ururoa Flavell: Former Te Pāti Māori Co-Leader on Mariameno Kapa-Kingi forming her own political party to contest the election

Shane Jones: Associate Energy Minister on the update to the Government's fuel response plan, concerns about supply

Anand Menon: Kings College Professor of European Politics on the growing number of Labour MPs calling for Keir Starmer's resignation

Richard Chambers: Police Commissioner says quality over quantity for NZ Police

Mike's Minute: The superannuation debate has become boring

Steve Price: Australia correspondent chats One Nation smashing Farrar by-election vote

Full Show Podcast: 11 May 2026

Christopher Luxon: Prime Minister chats fees free and retirement age changes

Tony Alexander: Economist and Property Commentator chats survey showing 44% of real estate agents see prices falling in their areas

Guy Pascoe: Independent Schools of New Zealand CEO on more colleges than ever charging $30,000-plus in tuition

Euan McDonald: Editor of New Voice of Ukraine chats Putin saying he thinks Ukraine conflict 'coming to an end'

Mike's Minute: Should we tax big tech for our news?

Mark the Week: There's a lot of ideology floating about this week

Mike's Minute: We need more backbone from our leaders

Murray Olds: Australian Correspondent on the women linked with ISIS returning to Australia

Simon Marks: US Correspondent on the peace proposals, strikes between Iran and the US

Wrapping the Week with Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson: Mike's fountain, weather, a special invitation

Mike extends a special invitation to one of his youngest fans

Colin Mansbridge: Crusaders CEO on tonight's game against the Blues, selling out the stadium

Full Show Podcast: 08 May 2026

David Kirk: NZ Rugby Chairman on the appointment of Steve Lancaster as CEO

Alan Pollard: Civil Contractors NZ CEO on the Government's planned review of the City Rail Link's cost

Tama Potaka: Conservation Minister on the conservation law reform, plans to charge overseas visitors for access to certain sites

Nicola Willis: Finance Minister on the OECD report looking at the impact of our current superannuation settings on the economy

Mike's Minute: Good riddance to the BSA

Mel Parsons: Kiwi indie-folk singer on her upcoming album 'Castle Hill', NZ tour

Jo McKenna: Italy Correspondent on the latest conflict between Donald Trump and the Pope

Full Show Podcast: 07 May 2026

Alan McDonald: Employers and Manufacturers Association Advocacy Head on the unemployment rate dipping to 5.3% in the March quarter

Phil Mauger: Christchurch Mayor on the areas of the red zone deemed suitable for housing

Christopher Luxon: Prime Minister discusses the infrastructure costs and the City Rail Link, citizenship test

Tobias Tohill: UVisa Director on the Government's plan to impose a citizenship test from next year

Paul Goldsmith: Media and Communications Minister on the decision to shut down the Broadcasting Standards Authority

Mike's Minute: How do you not have confidence in an event already sorted?

Pollies: National's Mark Mitchell and Labour's Ginny Andersen talk the handling of the fuel crisis and cost of living

John Edminstin: Bluff Oyster Festival Chair on low ticket sales, the chance this will be the final year

Full Show Podcast: 06 May 2026

Nick Harper: US Correspondent on the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, status of the Strait of Hormuz

Tracy Atiga: Kanaloa Rugby CEO says rugby politics are blocking their bid to save Moana Pasifika

Chris Wilkinson: First Retail Group Managing Director on the ANZ card data showing how Kiwis are spending

Chris Bishop: RMA Reform Minister on the fast-track amalgamation process for local government and councils

Nick Tuffley: ASB Chief Economist on the expectation the unemployment rate will rise slightly

Mike's Minute: The economic damage caused by weather warnings

Catherine Field: Europe Correspondent on the talks between European leaders regarding the Strait of Hormuz, Middle East conflict

Peter Windsor: Former Team Manager at Williams and former GM at Ferrari on the Miami Grand Prix, tweaks to the new regulations

Full Show Podcast: 05 May 2026

Randy Manner: Retired US Army Major General on likely escalations between Iran and the US and Project Freedom

Parul Sood: Auckland Council Deputy Director of Resilience and Infrastructure on less than half of homes and businesses using their food scraps bin

John McWhirter: Wools of New Zealand CEO on the major deal with Turkish carpet manufacturer Kalida Hali

David Keat: Energy Security Expert on the deal with Singapore to protect fuel supplies during economic shocks

Erica Stanford: Immigration Minister on net migration falling from 135 thousand to 24 thousand

Simon Marks: US Correspondent chats Spirit airlines closure and Iran war updates

Karl Dean: Federated Farmers employment spokesperson on ACT's proposed daily surcharge on temporary work visas

Jordan Williams: Executive Director at Taxpayers Union on report showing resident rates are up $451 on average

Dr Richard Sullivan: Health New Zealand national director says they want more permanent doctors

Full Show Podcast: 04 May 2026

Lawrence Meredith: EU ambassador to New Zealand says export increase shows trust

David Seymour: Acting Prime Minister on US call for aid and immigration policy

Mike's Minute: Do we have any choice but to help out the US?

Mike's Minute: Here's what the Parliamentary briefing on food plant closures will show

Mark the Week: King Charles' visit was a tour de force by any standard

Mike's Minute: I like the cut of Anna Breman's gib

Bob McMurray: Motorsport expert previews the Miami Grand Prix, discusses the regulation tweaks

Wrapping the Week: Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson talk work drinking cultures, fountains, colour runs

Nick Becker: Auckland FC CEO on the upcoming elimination final against Melbourne City

Full Show Podcast: 01 May 2026

Geof Mortlock: Former Reserve Bank Special Advisor on the shift to make OCR votes public

Marcus Beveridge: Queen City Law Managing Director on visa rejection rates falling to a post-Covid low

Billie Moore: Airports Association CEO on Air NZ cutting more flights

David Seymour: Associate Education Minister on the food safety complaints around school lunches

Mike's Minute: Parent prosecutions were a deterrent

Gin Wigmore: Kiwi singer-songwriter on her upcoming album, return to New Zealand

Amanda Johnson: Spy Valley Wine Owner and Managing Director on their seven gold awards at the London Wine Competition

Full Show Podcast: 30 April 2026

Dr Rober Breunig: Australian National University's Tax and Transfer Policy Institute Director on rising inflation

Chris Small: ABC Business Sales Managing Director on the data showing small business sales rose 3.9% in the March quarter

Nicola Coom: Cancer Society CEO on their election manifesto urging the Government to invest more in preventing skin cancer

Nicola Willis: Finance Minister on Australia's inflation rate and what's in line for New Zealand

Mike's Minute: The free trade deal should be celebrated

Bridget Abernethy: Electricity Retailers and Generators Association CEO on the Electricity Authority questioning power price hikes

Pollies: National's Mark Mitchell and Labour's Ginny Andersen on drinking at Parliament, Maiki Sherman, the situation with Labour and Fitch

Full Show Podcast: 29 April 2026

Roger Beaumont: Banking Association CEO on the rise in home loans with a quarter of new loans going to first-home buyers

Andrew Fairgray: 2degrees Chief Business Officer on the research showing the impact of AI use on SMEs

James Meager: Associate Transport Minister on the Government's plans to modernise aviation rules

Shane Jones: Associate Energy Minister on the deal with Z Energy to stockpile another 90 million litres of diesel

Mike's Minute: It's not as bad in business as you think

Commentary Box: Andrew Saville and Jason Pine discuss Super Round, Fury v Joshua, NFL

Full Show Podcast: 28 April 2026

Paul Spoonley: Emeritus Professor and Koi Tū Centre Senior Fellow on the report predicting a shift in New Zealand's population demographics

Todd McClay: Trade Minister on the signing of the free trade agreement with India

Don Braid: Mainfreight Managing Director urges the Government to cut heavy vehicle regulations sooner as part of the fuel response

Christopher Luxon: Prime Minister discusses the signing of the India Free Trade Agreement, cancelling the TVNZ Breakfast interview spot

Robert Jobson: Royal Commentator on King Charles' visit to the US after the assassination attempt on Donald Trump

Mike's Minute: Moana Pasifika was a bust from the start

Mark the Week: How hard did the India FTA have to be?

Mike's Minute: My disappointment of the week

Wrapping the Week with Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson: The state of politicians, financial literacy, a gift for Mike

Jack Mesley: Super Rugby Pacific CEO on the action packed Super Round at Christchurch's One NZ Stadium

Neil Edmond: MoneyTime co-founder and CEO on David Seymour's idea to give students the opportunity to learn to invest

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the conflict in the Middle East, ceasefire, Iran seizing container ships

Louise Upston: Tourism and Hospitality Minister on the Government pulling funding for the 2027 Auckland SailGP event

Full Show Podcast: 24 April 2026

Zoe Wallis: Forsyth Barr Investment Strategist on productivity data continuing to decline post-Covid

Nathan Guy: NZ Special Agricultural Trade Envoy and Meat Industry Association Chair on the India Free Trade Agreement getting Labour's support

Caroline Harvie-Teare: Venues Otautahi CEO on the One NZ Stadium at Te Kaha opening this weekend

Murray Horn: Former Treasury Secretary and NZ Initiative Senior Fellow on Treasury revising their economic forecasts amid oil shocks

Mike's Minute: Look at Australia for the supermarket experience

Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB Senior Political Correspondent on his new book 'One Last Question, Prime Minister'

Jo McKenna: Italy Correspondent on the attacks on Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni by a Russian TV presenter

Full Show Podcast: 23 April 2026

Todd McClay: Trade Minister on the India Free Trade Agreement moving ahead, NZ First's comments

Erica Stanford: Immigration Minister on the economic impact of the Golden Visa, Shane Jones' comments on the India FTA

John Howard: NZ Initiative Fellow and retired Major General on the need for a overhaul of New Zealand's defence system

Geoff Cooper: Infrastructure Commission CEO on the Commission taking over monitoring major projects

Mike's Minute: Did Luxon just have a leadership-defining moment?

Joanna Pidgeon: Pidgeon Judd Law Director on the cross-lease court ruling that impacts veto powers for developments

Pollies: National's Mark Mitchell and Labour's Ginny Andersen on the India FTA, Shane Jones' butter chicken comment, National leadership saga

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the latest in the Middle East, Trump's mixed messaging

Full Show Podcast: 22 April 2026

Gilbert Enoka: All Blacks Mental Skills Coach on his return to the team under Dave Rennie

David Wills: Nurses Society National Director on the record high number of people enrolled in health courses

Bruce Bernacchi: Tax Partner at Dentons on Inland Revenue contacting crypto-investors over unpaid tax

Nicola Willis: Finance Minister on the inflation rate remaining unchanged at 3.1%, the Luxon leadership saga

Mike's Minute: The issue the Govt promised to address

Rod Liddle: UK Correspondent on Sir Keir Starmer being unaware Peter Mandelson failed security vetting before he was appointed US Ambassador

Karl Urban: Kiwi actor on the final season of The Boys, the changes in the media landscape

Full Show Podcast: 21 April 2026

Nikhil Ravishankar: Air New Zealand CEO on the airline's response to the Middle East conflict, rising fare prices

Andrew King: Rural Schools Leadership Association President on the Government fuel relief package for rural schools

Mike Jones: BNZ Chief Economist on the CPI data for Q1 releasing today amidst the Middle East crisis

Bryce Davies: AMI, State, and NZI Climate Spokesperson on weather based claims spiking 256%

Glenn Dobson: Drug Detection Agency CEO on the rise in workplace opioid detections

Mike Casey: Rewiring Aotearoa CEO says shift away from fossil fuel doesn't have to happen all at once

Steve Price: Australia correspondent chats Pauline Hanson's unprecedented stardom

Full Show Podcast: 20 April 2026

Mike's Minute: National's internal stirrers need to quieten down

Randy Manner: Former US Army Major General on Iran opening and closing Strait of Hormuz over blockades

Winston Peters: NZ First leader says they will campaign on breaking up supermarket duopoly

Christopher Luxon: Prime Minister addresses leadership speculation

Paul Goldsmith: Justice Minister on government repealing references to the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi within laws

Mike's Minute: The key player in this war

Mark the Week: The Aitken case was a storm in a bone china, Northern Club teacup

Mike's Minute: Is the boss responsible for a death in a major company?

Murray Olds: Australia Correspondent on the oil refinery fire, the IMF report, defence spending

Wrapping the Week with Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson: Chris Bishop and the National coup, circuses, pet sitting

Paul Goulter: Nurses Organisation CEO on over 7000 reports of violence against healthcare staff being logged last year

Full Show Podcast: 17 April 2026

Mark Wederall: Canterbury Car Club General Manager on this weekend's Supercars event in Ruapuna

Gerard Lyons: Former Chief Economic Advisor to Boris Johnson on the IMF's warnings about the Iran war's impact on the global economy, the impact on the UK

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, Trump claims Iran agreed to hand over enriched uranium

Gordon Robison: Middle East Journalist on the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Lebanon

Chris Bishop: Transport Minister on extending Warrants of Fitness to two years, rumours of a coup in the National Party

Mike's Minute: The reality of NZ vs Australia's fuel response

Ryan Wood: Kiwi Supercars driver on his success in Taupō, this weekend's event in Christchurch

Robert Hardman: Royal Correspondent on King Charles' visit to the US to meet with Donald Trump

Full Show Podcast: 16 April 2026

Debbie Sorensen: Moana Pasifika CEO on the league exiting Super Rugby at the end of the season

Jo McKenna: Italy Correspondent on the dispute between Donald Trump and Pope Leo, growing rift between Trump and Giorgia Meloni

Shane Jones: Associate Energy Minister on the fuel crisis, businesses seeking long-term certainty

Cameron Bagrie: Independent Economist on ANZ raising its interest rates after forecasting earlier than expected OCR hikes

Bridget Unsworth: Angel Association CEO on investment in the start-up scene surging by 14% in 2025

David Seymour: Associate Health Minister on the proposal to let pharmacists prescribe some funded medications

Mike's Minute: Do we complain about public service pay too much?

Steve Price: Australia Correspondent on Qantas cutting back domestic flights, Angus Taylor's new immigration policy, Meghan and Harry's visit

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the negotiations between Iran and the US, resignations

Pollies: National's Mark Mitchell and Labour's Ginny Andersen on Cyclone Vaianu, Labour's policies, police

Full Show Podcast: 15 April 2026

Merja Myllylahti: AUT Research Centre for Journalism, Media, and Democracy Co-Director on the results of the Trust in News report

René de Monchy: Tourism NZ CEO on the increase in international visitors from China

Jarrod Kerr: Kiwibank Chief Economist warns that early OCR increases could be counterproductive

Carolyn Young: Retail NZ CEO on the growth in retail spending, increased costs

Mike's Minute: We need to take a good, hard look at ourselves

Alan Morrison and Adam King: Viva la Dirt League founders and owners on the success of their online media business

Rohan Pike: Former Senior Australian Federal Police Detective on the impact of the illicit tobacco trade and what it could mean for New Zealand

Full Show Podcast: 14 April 2026

Simeon Brown: Health Minister on the expansion of cancer treatment infusion centres across New Zealand

Matt Randolph: Forbes Global Energy Expert on the US Naval blockade on Iranian ports and the impact on global markets

Grant Webster: Tourism Holdings Limited CEO on the increase in international visitors to the South Island, optimism for future summers

Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on OCR hikes looking more likely as inflation spikes become inevitable

Steve Price: Australia Correspondent on $20 million fuel ad, Harry and Meghan visit

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on Trump saying they'll blockade the strait, Eric Swalwell allegations

Full Show Podcast: 13 April 2026

Mike's Minute: The Judge Aitken case is finally over

Slade Griffin: Warriors Assistant Coach on win over Melbourne Storm

Jeffery Pryce: Senior Fellow at Foreign Policy Institute on no agreement after US-Iran peace talks

Christopher Luxon talks NZ fuel stocks, state of economy and Auckland deal

John Murphy: Vegetables NZ Chair on food price rises staying stable for now

Nathan Guy: Special Agricultural Trade Envoy on call for political parties to get behind India Free Trade Deal

Mark the Week: The war ended the way some thought it would

Mike's Minute: Is National a victim of success?

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the Middle East conflict, return of the Artemis II mission

Wrapping the Week with Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson: Middle East conflict, jury duty, Artemis II

Gillian Blythe: Water New Zealand CEO on the worsening state of water revealed in a new report

Full Show Podcast: 10 April 2026

Gregg Carlstrom: The Economist's Middle East Correspondent on Israel's strikes on Lebanon, impact on the ceasefire

Tony Quinn: Taupō Motorsport Park Owner on the impact of this weekend's Supercars round on the city

John Bolton: Former Trump National Security Advisor on the handling of the situation in the Middle East, the ceasefire negotiations

David Seymour: Associate Education Minister on the growth in rolls of the first seven charter schools

Kelly Seaburg: Advocates for Early Learning Excellence Chair on the review finding only 53% of ECE centres meet the quality threshold

Mike's Minute: There are lessons for us to learn from this war

Rod Liddle: UK Correspondent on Prime Minister Keir Starmer travelling to the Persian Gulf to shore up US-Iran ceasefire efforts

Full Show Podcast: 09 April 2026

Matt Payne: Kiwi Supercars driver on the double header in Taupō and Christchurch

Matthew Schmidt: New Haven University National Security Expert on the ceasefire agreement between the US and Iran

Steve Symon: Ministerial Advisory Group for Organised Crime Chair on the increase in drugs being intercepted at the border

Anna Breman: Reserve Bank Governor on the decision to hold the Official Cash Rate at 2.25%

Erica Stanford: Education Minister on the criticism of the SMART reporting system for Year 0-10

Nicola Willis: Finance Minister on the OCR, inflation, ongoing impacts of the conflict in the Middle East

Mike's Minute: Let's take a proper look at the polls

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on Donald Trump's threats to Iran, the response

Pollies: National's Mark Mitchell and Labour's Ginny Andersen talk the UN and Trump's attack on Iran, the BSA, the parody and satire member's bill

Full Show Podcast: 08 April 2026

Chris Wilkinson: First Retail Group Managing Director on the implementation of a levy on low-value commercial freight

Kelly Eckhold: Westpac Chief Economist on the Official Cash Rate, the Reserve Bank's expected view on inflation

Winston Peters: Foreign Affairs Minister on the meeting with Marco Rubio, conflict in the Middle East

Simon Parham: Waitomo CEO on the price of diesel rising past $4 a litre

Randy Manner: Former US Army General on Donald Trump's threats to end Iranian civilisation

Katherine Rich: BusinessNZ CEO on the weakening dollar helping rise commodity prices

Mike's Minute: Trump's way or the UN way

Catherine Field: Europe Correspondent on Hungary's national election, Viktor Orbán risking losing his seat as Prime Minister

Full Show Podcast: 07 April 2026

Commentary Box: Andrew Saville and Jason Pine discuss Super Rugby Pacific, Warriors v Sharks, Supercars, ANZ Premiership

Kevin Malloy: Super Rugby Pacific Chair defends Easter weekend's light match schedule

Ross Copland: Southern Infrastructure CEO on the Queenstown cable car project obtaining fast-track approval

Gil Barndollar: Former US Marine on the ongoing conflict between the US and Iran

Christopher Luxon: Prime Minister on New Zealand's fuel supply amid continuing conflict in the Middle East

Wayne Mapp: Former Defence Minister on the Defence Force ramping up combat training amid growing pressure from regional security threats

Mike's Minute: I can help Steve Abel

Mark the Week: Kieran McAnulty is bringing the modern world to Easter

Mike's Minute: Could this be the beginning of the end of the war?

Wrapping the Week: Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson talk 75 Hard, Baileys, Allbirds

Full Show Podcast: 02 April 2026

Damien O'Connor: Labour's Trade Spokesperson on Labour's hesitance to support the India Free Trade Agreement

Rob Penney: Crusaders Coach on the final game at Apollo Projects Stadium

Sam MacKinnon: Hospitality NZ Head of Advocacy on Parliament passing a bill to loosen holiday alcohol sale restrictions

Malcolm Nance: Former US Navy Senior Chief analyses the US war on Iran

Tim Costley: National MP on the probe into Fire and Emergency's fleet issues

Nikku Madhusudhan: University of Cambridge Professor of Astrophysics and Exoplanetary Science on the Artemis II mission to the moon

Mike's Minute: The Govt's housing vision – a school project gone wrong

Pollies: National's Mark Mitchell and Labour's Ginny Andersen on the Auckland housing intensification plan, India Free Trade Agreement, alcohol trading laws

Todd McClay: Trade Minister on the India Free Trade Agreement and Labour's concerns

Full Show Podcast: 01 April 2026

Graeme Muller: Tech New Zealand CEO on the call for bipartisan government support for the technology sector

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the Iran war, Trump reportedly willing to end the war even if the Strait of Hormuz remains largely closed

Hamish Firth: Mt Hobson Group Director on the second revision to the Auckland housing intensification plan

Anna Powles: Massey University Associate Professor in the Centre for Defence and Security Studies on the meeting between Winston Peters and Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown

Nigel Hampton KC: Criminal Defence Lawyer on David Tamihere's double murder convictions being quashed

Mike's Minute: NZ look like the adults in the room re our fuel response

Matt Lambert: Kiwi Michelin Star Chef on his return to the New Zealand hospitality scene, the arrival of Michelin Stars

Full Show Podcast: 31 March 2026

Nick Tuffley: ASB Senior Economist on the revised economic outcome forecasts, impact of Middle East conflict

Catherine Field: Europe Correspondent on the attempted bomb planting outside the Bank of America in Paris

Bryan Betty: General Practice NZ Chair on increased levels of kidney disease, lack of funding for treatment

Shane Jones: Associate Energy Minister on fuel stocks, supply offers, inadequate storage

Alan McDonald: Employers and Manufacturers Association Head of Advocacy and Strategy on the effect of the Middle East conflict on the labour market

David Seymour: Deputy Prime Minister on Labour's hesitance to support the India Free Trade Agreement

Full Show Podcast: 30 March 2026

Mike's Minute: How awesome is Christchurch?

Christopher Luxon: Prime Minister comments on progress of proposed LNG terminal in Taranaki

Patrick Drumm: Mount Albert Grammar Headmaster says phone ban in schools is a 'successful initiative'

Josie Vidal: Minerals Council Chief Executive discusses party's new mining policy

Mike's Minute: Here's the problem with the Reserve Bank economists

Mark the Week: This could be a tipping point for EVs

Mike's Minute: Week four of the war and what we've learnt

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the latest from the Middle East conflict, whether peace talks are actually happening

Wrapping the Week with Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson: Flight delays and viable alternatives to driving

Taylor Campbell: Sunday Drive Director on this weekend's Beach Hop live car auction in Whangamatā

Full Show Podcast: 27 March 2026

Tohu Harris: Former Warriors Captain on the Warriors winning streak to start the season, tonight's clash against the Tigers

Chris Whelan: Universities NZ CEO on the growth in university enrolment outstripping funding projections

Caroline Harvie-Teare: Venues Ōtautahi CEO on the opening of One NZ Stadium, plans for the future

Simeon Brown: Health Minister on the potential shortages of key medical supplies as a result of the Iran war

Roger Gray: Port of Auckland CEO on the new mega cruise terminal opening in Auckland next year

Mike's Minute: Are EVs having their moment?

Jo McKenna: Italy Correspondent on the results of the judicial referendum, impact on Giorgia Meloni

Jenni Smith: Kiwi country pop musician on her debut album 'Girl Next Door', career growth

Nick Hakes: Financial Advice NZ CEO on the review finding only 28% of Kiwis accessed financial advice in the past 12 months

Full Show Podcast: 26 March 2026

Rob Buchanan: Channel Infrastructure CEO on the Government looking into refurbishing Marsden Point to store fuel

Sam Woolford: LegaSea CEO on the Government's U-turn on changing commercial fishing size limits, the fisheries bill

David Seymour: Associate Education Minister on the Government weighing up remote learning as a result of the fuel crisis

Billie Moore: Airports Association CEO on Jetstar cutting flights to New Zealand as jet fuel prices rise

Louise Upston: Employment Minister on the report finding the need to grow the energy sector workforce

Mike's Minute: A gesture, or an actual economic solution?

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent discusses the latest from the conflict between the US and Iran

Pollies: National's Mark Mitchell and Labour's Ginny Andersen on political cash for access fundraisers, the Government's fuel relief package

Full Show Podcast: 25 March 2026

Jason Delamore: Lotto CEO on the changes to Powerball and the jackpots

Richard Sullivan: Health New Zealand Chief Clinical Officer on the improvements delivered across the health targets

Craig Piggott: Halter CEO on the planned expansion of their smart collar company for beef and dairy cattle

Neil Barnes: All Blacks Assistant Coach on his new position, the team going forward

Nicola Willis: Finance Minister on the Government's relief package for lower to middle income working families as fuel prices continue rising

Mike's Minute: What does government help look like?

Phil Rosenthal: Creator and Producer of 'Somebody Feed Phil' on the show, his career, liveshows in NZ and Australia

Sajad Bassam: Capstone & Marsden Group Merger CEO on the decision to combine the two groups

Full Show Podcast: 24 March 2026

Heath Mills: NZ Cricket Players Association CEO on NZ Cricket backing NZ20 to replace Super Smash

Nick Tuffley: ASB Senior Economist on the results of ASB's Regional Economic Scoreboard

Shane Jones: Associate Energy Minister on the Government changing fuel specifications to align with Australia

Richard Wyeth: Synlait CEO on the $80.6 million half-year loss, future of the company

Lurion De Mello: Energy market expert and Senior Lecturer at Macquarie University on the changes to fuel import specifications to ease supply burden

Cameron George: One NZ Warriors CEO on a successful start to the season

Winston Peters: NZ First leader on State of the Nation and election strategy

Steve Price: Australia Correspondent on election result and illegal cigarettes

Full Show Podcast: 23 March 2026

Mike's Minute: It's a good time to be a Warriors fan

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on ICE deployments to airports and Trump threats

Christopher Luxon: Prime Minister chats economic management amidst instability

Jeffery Pryce: Foreign Policy Institute Fellow on Trump's latest Iran threats

Mark the Week: You can't start any better than the Warriors have

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the latest in the Middle East conflict, Israel's attack on Iran's gas fields

Mike's Minute: The worst week for Trump's war

Monty Betham: Former Warriors Captain previews the clash against the Newcastle Knights

Full Show Podcast: 20 March 2026

Wrapping the Week with Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson: Breakfast guests and geopolitics

Dr Jacqueline Rowarth: Lincoln University Adjunct Professor in Agriscience on the increasing cost of running a farm

Sir Rod Drury: Xero Founder on being named the 2026 Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year

Jeanette Park: Police Assistant Commissioner on the dropping rate of crime victimisation

Nicola Willis: Finance Minister on the state of fuel prices and reserves and the GDP rising by 0.2% in the December quarter

Mike's Minute: Further proof the Taxpayer poll was an outlier

Robbie Williams: British pop legend on his career, success of his new album, BRITPOP tour

Full Show Podcast: 19 March 2026

Aaron Martin: NZ Immigration Law Principal Lawyer on the Government pushes a harder line stance for criminals

Jo McKenna: Italy Correspondent on Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni siding with the EU over Trump

Nick Tuffley: ASB Chief Economist on the expectation the GDP will rise by 0.4% in the December quarter

Matt Megaw: Counties Manukau Rugby Union Head of Community on the decision to remove junior fees to revive grassroots participation

Miles Hurrell: Outgoing Fonterra CEO on his departure after eight years in the role

Judith Collins: Defence Minister on the plan to boost military cooperation between NZ and Australia with new ANZAC force

Mike's Minute: The Hipkins allegations and effect

Pollies: National's Mark Mitchell and Labour's Ginny Andersen talk Chris Hipkins allegations, Mark Mitchell's wedding

Robbie Williams: British pop legend on the increasing scale of live performances and concerts

Full Show Podcast: 18 March 2026

Grant Duncan: Political Commentator on Chris Hipkins and whether the public should know the details of a politician's private life

Mike Fuge: Contact Energy CEO on the Government's $50 million investment in geothermal

John McKinnon: NZ China Council Chair on the report finding New Zealand must compete to retain Chinese international students

Chris Quin: Foodstuffs North Island CEO on the impact of the Middle East conflict on grocery prices and stock

Matt Ball: NZ Property Investors Federation Advocacy Manager on the report showing the sector's economic impact

Mike's Minute: Invented stories and the media

Rod Liddle: UK Correspondent on the UK's stance on the war in the Middle East, Strait of Hormuz

Dr Nikolas Stihl: Chair of the Stihl Advisory Board and Supervisory Board on the company's 100th anniversary

Full Show Podcast: 17 March 2026

Matt Aitken: Wētā FX Head of Visual Effects on winning Best Visual Effects at the 2026 Oscars

Simeon Brown: Health Minister on the overhaul of the health system, decision making, and the winter investment

Virginia Nicholls: Alcohol Beverages Council Executive Director on the Government's proposed alcohol law overhaul

John Stevenson: Fonterra Co-Operative Council Chair on the resignation of Fonterra CEO Miles Hurrell

Warren Wilmot: BYD General Manager on the increasing electric vehicle sales as fuel prices continue to rise

Nicola Willis: Finance Minister on the ongoing global oil crisis, action in the Strait of Hormuz

Steve Price: Australia Correspondent calls One Nation's poll results 'crazy'

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent chats Oscars security measures and that latest of the Iran conflict

Full Show Podcast: 16 March 2026

Peter Debruge: Variety's Chief Film Critic chats best of the year ahead of the Oscars

Christopher Luxon: Prime Minister chats visit to the Pacific, fuel security and imports

Mike's Minute: Is the Government ignoring advice for a reason?

Mike's Minute: We have good news on housing

Mark the Week: The Covid report tells us what we already knew

Mike's Minute: My observations on week two of the war

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the conflict in Iran, release of oil barrels to combat spiking prices

Wrapping the Week with Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson: Car-less days and the Melania documentary

John Carnegie: Energy Resources Aotearoa CEO on the report showing the declining domestic gas supply and its effect on the economy

Full Show Podcast: 13 March 2026

Richie Barnett: Former Kiwis Captain reviews Warriors v Roosters, previews Raiders clash

Ulrich Speidel: Auckland University computer science lecturer on the impact of Datagrid's South Island data centre getting a greenlight

Kath Low: ChristchurchNZ Head of Destination on the increasing number of visitors staying in the city

Nicola Willis: Finance Minister on New Zealand's fuel supplies, next steps amid ongoing uncertainty

Mike's Minute: Is there a legal case to be heard on the vaccine advice?

Jo McKenna: Italy Correspondent on Giorgia Meloni's criticism of the US-Israeli attacks on Iran

Tom Walsh: Kiwi Shot-putter on the summer circuit, upcoming international events

Full Show Podcast: 12 March 2026

Richard Beddie: Exercise NZ CEO on the rise in adults working out and the use of structured exercise facilities

Andreas Heuser: Heuser Whittington Partner on New Zealand's fuel security with the conflict in the Middle East, South Korea

Andrew Donegan: Heinz Wattie's Managing Director on the proposed closure of three manufacturing facilities, axing of 350 jobs

Nikhil Ravishankar: Air New Zealand CEO on the impact of rising jet fuel prices on fares, plans to cut flights

Erica Stanford: Education Minister on the Government offering pay rises to ten thousand non-union primary teachers

Mike's Minute: My observations on the Covid Inquiry

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on latest from the conflict in the Middle East

Steve Price: Australia Correspondent on the members of the Iranian women's football team seeking asylum in Australia

Kate Tulp: ServiceNow Country Manager on Kiwis spending less time on hold to customer call centres

Full Show Podcast: 11 March 2026

Pollies: National's Mark Mitchell and Labour's Ginny Andersen discuss the Covid-19 Inquiry and Mark's house in Bali

Kelvin Davidson: Cotality Chief Property Economist on housing affordability reaching a decade-best level

Chris Hipkins: Labour Leader on the findings of the second phase of the Covid-19 Inquiry

Simeon Brown: Health Minister on the findings of the final phase of the Royal Commission of Inquiry into Covid-19

Cath O'Brien: Board of Airline Representatives on the price of airfares increasing due to the surging cost of jet fuel

Mike's Minute: Two important points on the Luxon story

Catherine Field: France Correspondent on the Middle East conflict, impact on the stock market, increased defence assets

Zac Griffith: Kiwi country musician on his new music, journey in country music

Full Show Podcast: 10 March 2026

Lisa Te Morenga: Professor at Massey University’s Centre for Public Health Research and Nutrition on research finding multivitamins may slow biological ageing

Nicola Willis: Finance Minister on the impact of the conflict in the Middle East on fuel prices

Ben Winters: Aroma NZ Director on the Christchurch City Council's plan to discharge partially treated sewage into the ocean

Simon Parham: Waitomo Group CEO on the impact of the Middle East conflict on fuel prices

Mark Lister: Craigs Investment Partners on NZX and global markets taking a dive due to the conflict in the Middle East

Full Show Podcast: 09 March 2026

Mike's Minute: Luxon quitting would be an epic mistake

Sarah Young: Auckland University's Deputy Vice Chancellor of Education says enrolment numbers are surging

Chris Luxon: PM insistent he will lead National to the election despite poor polling numbers

John Stevenson: Fonterra Co-operative Council Chair says farmers are planning investments after Fonterra sale

Carolyn Young: Retail NZ Chief Executive says prices in her sector will increase soon

Greg Smith: Generate Investment Specialist discusses global oil prices following Iran closing the Strait of Hormuz

Mike's Minute: Primary teachers' union – pull your head in

Mark the Week: We got a new All Blacks coach at last

Mike's Minute: Week one of the war

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the latest in the conflict between Iran, the US, and Israel

Tony Cato: Pirongia Mountain Vegetables Owner on the growth in farmers' markets around New Zealand

Full Show Podcast: 06 March 2026

Wrapping the Week with Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson: Warriors, Middle East, and a trip down memory lane

Simon Bridges: Auckland Business Chamber CEO on the joint programme with MSD to get people off the Jobseeker benefit

Nick Brunsdon: Infometrics Principal Economist on consumer spending continuing its rise in February

David Seymour: ACT Leader pushes to bolster New Zealand's medicinal cannabis industry

Elaine Linnell: NZ Events Association General Manager on the packed weekend of sport happening in Auckland

Carl Bates: National's lead on the Parliamentary Select Committee that endorses a social media ban for under 16s

Mike's Minute: Christopher Luxon vs Barbara Edmonds

Rod Liddle: UK Correspondent on the UK's response to the Iran conflict, Trump's rebuke

Full Show Podcast: 05 March 2026

Andrew Hampton: NZSIS Director-General on the agency's view that a terror attack like the Bondi Beach shooting could happen in NZ

Andrew Webster: Warriors Coach ahead of their first match of the NRL season

Kelly Eckhold: Westpac Senior Economist on the potential impact of the conflict in the Middle East on NZ's economic recovery

Sir Brian Roche: Public Service Commissioner on the ongoing pay negotiations with primary school teachers

Katherine Rich: Business NZ CEO on exports rising to $29.9 billion in the December quarter

David Kirk: NZ Rugby Chair on the appointment of Dave Rennie as All Blacks head coach

Mike's Minute: This is where Labour and Hipkins have got it wrong

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the continuing conflict in the Middle East

Andy Bowley: Forsyth Barr Head of Research on the forecast that Air NZ will lose $125 million pre-tax this year

Pollies: Labour's Ginny Andersen and National's Mark Mitchell on the Kiwis stuck in the Middle East, the state of the Government's books

Full Show Podcast: 04 March 2026

Steve Price: Australia Correspondent on the demise of the Kyle and Jackie O Show

Nic Gill: All Blacks Head of Performance on leaving NZ Rugby for a role with the Baltimore Ravens

Philip Gregan: NZ Winegrowers CEO on the harvest coming earlier in 2026

Winston Peters: Minister of Foreign Affairs on the attacks on Iran by the United States and Israel

Rebecca Ingram: Tourism Industry Aotearoa CEO on tourism spending reaching $46.6 billion

Huia Burt: Electric Kiwi CEO on the new rules faced by power companies to increase transparency

Mike's Minute: What did the unions achieve?

Catherine Field: France Correspondent on France's plan to increase nuclear arsenal, geopolitical conflicts

Lindsay Parkinson: Rose Family Estate CEO on the Wairau River 2025 Sauvignon Blanc making the World's Best Sommeliers' Selection for 2026

Full Show Podcast: 03 March 2026

Joel Rubin: Former Deputy Assistant Secretary of State on the conflict in the Middle East

Liam Lawson: Kiwi Formula 1 Driver on his new car, previewing the Melbourne Grand Prix

Todd McClay: Trade and Associate Foreign Minister on what the conflict between the US and Iran means for trade

Louise Upston: Social Development and Employment Minister on the number of beneficiaries fulfilling their obligations

Monika Lacey: Centrix Chief Operating Officer on consumer credit demand rising and arrears beginning to dip year on year

Full Show Podcast: 02 March 2026

Mike's Minute: What's the answer to our child poverty issue?

Michael Glading: NZ Open Tournament Director explains Government's role in funding the tournament

Chris Luxon: Prime Minister says he has never supported the Iranian regime

Terry Collins: AA Principal Policy Adviser discusses importance of the Strait of Hormuz for international oil prices

Gregg Carlstrom: The Economist's Middle East Correspondent says Iran is overstating it's military capabilities

Karl Dean: Federated Farmers Dairy Chair says new KiwiSaver rules are a win for rural staff

Mark the Week: New Zealand's turnaround is real

Mike's Minute: Air NZ has issues and the turnaround is a way off

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the continued tensions between Iran and the US

Full Show Podcast: 27 February 2026

Wrapping the Week with Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson: Speeding tickets and Producer Sam's bill at Cibo

Callam Mitchell: Electric Avenue Managing Director on the festival's continuing success, impact on the economy

Nick Tuffley: ASB Chief Economist on the rising confidence in the housing market

Nikhil Ravishankar: Air New Zealand CEO on the company's $40 million half-year loss

Paul Goldsmith: Justice Minister on the efforts to reduce victims of crime

Mike's Minute: The political divide on homelessness

Scott McLaughlin: Kiwi IndyCar driver ahead of the 2026 season

Full Show Podcast: 26 February 2026

Alex Kendall: Wayve CEO on securing $1.5 billion to roll out their self-driving technology commercially

Jos Ruffell: Garage Project Brewery Co-Owner blames government taxes for beer consumption falling by 10%

John Zogby: Political Author and Pollster on Donald Trump's State of the Union speech

James Meager: Associate Transport Minister on the use of Ōhakea as an alternative runway for commercial flights, loans

Campbell Parker: Dairy NZ CEO on the industry's highest production and export earnings ever

Roger Beaumont: Banking Association CEO on the Reserve Bank's push for banks to provide cash services

Mike's Minute: What's not being said about pay equity

Steve Price: Australian Correspondent on Albanese being evacuated from official residence, Royal Commission into anti-Semitism

Mick Riley: Forever Harvest Co-Founder on their efforts to cultivate lab-grown fruit and nuts year round

Pollies: National's Mark Mitchell and Labour's Ginny Andersen talk the move on orders

Full Show Podcast: 25 February 2026

Robert Hardman: Royal Correspondent on the legal cases against Peter Mandelson and Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and the calls to remove Andrew from succession

Cameron George: Warriors CEO on the departure of Mitch Barnett on compassionate grounds

Andrew Little: Wellington Mayor on the city's bus lanes raking in nearly $6 million in fines

Geoffrey Sayer: MediMap Director on the breach of their medical platform

Erica Stanford: Education Minister on primary principals striking a pay deal, primary teachers still holding off

Mike's Minute: Good or bad story at university?

Rod Liddle: UK Correspondent on the arrest of Peter Mandelson

Andy Wilman: Co-creator and EP of Top Gear, The Grand Tour, and Clarkson's Farm

Full Show Podcast: 24 February 2026

James Evans: Airways New Zealand GM of Commercial Manager

Lawrence Meredith: EU Ambassador to New Zealand on the fourth anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine

Paul Spain: Gorilla Technology CEO on Bunnings teaming up with Uber Eats

Nicola Willis: Finance Minister on the Government buying $200 million in new Genesis shares

Chris Wilkinson: First Retail Group Managing Director on rising sales in the retail sector

Kelly Burrowes: Auckland University Vaping Researcher on the concerns over the free vape programme for smokers

Full Show Podcast: 23 February 2026

Mike's Minute: It's about time we had move-on orders

Ricki Herbert: Former Phoenix and All Whites coach discusses sudden exit of Phoenix's coach

Chris Luxon: Prime Minister discusses Tariffs, 'Move-on order' and Auckland Housing

Steve Watt: President of the Police Association voices doubts over new 'move on' order

Todd McClay: Trade Minister discusses impact of Trump's revised tariffs

Chris Small: ASB Business Managing Director says NZ businesses are getting back on track

Mike's Minute: The job story is more than just a headline

Mark the Week: The seeds of the Warriors' success are there

Mike's Minute: This is why the real issues get ignored

Wrapping the Week with Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson: Intermittent fasting, Te Huia, unlimited restaurant vouchers

Taylor Campbell: Sunday Drive Director on the Ayrburn Classic 2026

Full Show Podcast: 20 February 2026

Greg Murphy: Kiwi motorsport legend ahead of opening Supercars round in Sydney

Angela Strange: Waikato Regional Council Transport Committee Chair on the Te Huia service being extended to 2027

Grant Webster: Tourism Holdings Limited CEO on the effectiveness of the new visa pathway for Chinese and Pacific travellers

Hamish Firth: Mt Hobson Group Director on the Government revising their Auckland housing intensification plan down to 1.6 million homes

Judith Collins: Defence Minister on the halting of the cultural skills framework for army personnel

Mike's Minute: The employment law changes are fine

Corey Kent: Country Singer on the growth of his country career, performing with Willie Nelson

Full Show Podcast: 19 February 2026

Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on the OCR being held at 2.25%

Aaran Jones: Independent Children's Monitor CEO on the review into children's safety since the death of Malachi Subecz

Glen Dobson: Drug Detection Agency CEO on the workplace testing results showing increased use of cocaine

Rob Clark: Seek Country Manager on job ads rising 11.7% year on year

Anna Breman: Reserve Bank Governor on the OCR being held steady at 2.25%

Mike's Minute: The Labour Party needs to get serious

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the death of Reverend Jesse Jackson

Ratu Mataira: OpenStar Technologies CEO on their successful step towards nuclear fusion

Pollies: National's Mark Mitchell and Labour's Ginny Andersen on the India FTA, the National Infrastructure Plan, and polls

Full Show Podcast: 18 February 2026

Mike Jones: BNZ Chief Economist on the expectation the Official Cash Rate will be held at 2.25%

Chris Bishop: Infrastructure Minister on the Infrastructure Commission's 30 year plan, a toll on the Auckland Harbour Bridge

Matt Whineray: Outgoing Netball NZ Chair on the resignations from the board, the handling of the Silver Ferns coaching saga

Murray Robertson: Downer Managing Director on the new Resilience Index naming Auckland and Northland as the most vulnerable regions

Sue Chetwin: Grocery Action Group Chair on food price inflation rising to 4.6% annually

Mike's Minute: This court case is outrageously political

Melissa Leong: Australian TV host, food critic, and writer on people's love of cooking shows, 'Taste of Art'

Alex Flint: Body Torque Gym Founder on the review finding intermittent fasting is no more effective than typical weight loss diets

Full Show Podcast: 17 February 2026

Melanie Brown: Kiwi Chef and NZ Lamb Ambassador on the performance of NZ lamb in the UK

Mike Fuge: Contact Energy CEO on the company reporting a 44% rise in net profit

Hamish Kerr: Kiwi high jumper on winning the Supreme Award at the 2026 Halberg Awards

Lisa Hopkins: Business Events Aotearoa CEO on the sector's contribution to the economy, the opening of the new Auckland International Convention Centre

Carolyn Young: Retail NZ CEO on retail confidence reaching a two year high

Full Show Podcast: 16 February 2026

Mike's Minute: A mindset shift is needed to recapture our brightest

Mark Orams: AUT Sailing Professor discusses dramatic crash between Black Foils and French sailing team

Commentary Box: Andrew Saville and Jason Pine discuss State of Origin, Super Rugby and F1

Chris Luxon: Prime Minister responds to calls for clarity from the opposition around India trade agreement

David Seymour: ACT Leader supports proposal to reduce the number of ministers

Nick Sautner: CEO of Eden Park sets new standards to better align with global venues

Mike's Minute: Greg Foran is back where he belongs

Full Show Podcast: 13 February 2026

Mike's Minute: March 6th is the start of redemption

Mark the Week: Spot the sport going places

Jack Mesley: Super Rugby Pacific CEO talks ahead of this weekend's start to the season

Sir Russell Coutts: SailGP CEO looking forward to Black Foils bounce back after rough start in Perth

Leann Watson: Business Canterbury Chief Executive says shared ambition is key to region's success

Karen Chhour: Children's Minister seeking explanation from Oranga Tamariki over 'paid cultural leave'

Graham Leaming: Skellerup Chief Executive celebrates record first half net profit amid tariff worries

Mike's Minute: Here's why we need the LNG facility

Maren Morris: Country pop artist talks her career growth, Dreamsicle tour

Chris Small: ABC Business Sales CEO on the MYOB report revealing the increasing work for SMEs

Full Show Podcast: 12 February 2026

Andrew Pragnell: NZ Football CEO on the All Whites locking in a pre-World Cup clash against England

Nicola Willis: Finance Minister on the inquiry into the Reserve Bank's decisions during Covid, banking

Dylan Firth: Brewers Association Executive Director on the call to halt increases on the draught beer excise tax

Steven Joyce: Former Finance Minister on the focus of the 2026 Economics Forum

Geof Mortlock: Former Reserve Bank senior staffer on the inquiry into the Reserve Bank's decisions during Covid

Mike's Minute: The issue we have in rural New Zealand

Pollies: National's Mark Mitchell and Labour's Ginny Andersen talk the retail crime advisory group, the LNG facility, and the latest in the House

Full Show Podcast: 11 February 2026

Brianne West: Ethique founder and former CEO on the world's first waste-free drinks company Incrediballs

James Doolan: Hotel Council Aotearoa Strategic Director on Holiday Inn Express & Suites relaunching as voco Queenstown

Zoi Sadowski-Synnott: Kiwi Olympic Snowboarder on winning Silver in the Big Air event, New Zealand's success in the games so far

Paul Barber: Salvation Army Analyst on the results of the State of the Nation report for 2026

Sunny Kaushal: Retail Crime Advisory Group Chair on the early disbanding of the group

Todd McClay: Trade Minister on the Free Trade Agreement with India

Mike's Minute: KiwiSaver, success and competition

Catherine Field: France Correspondent on the high-intensity military drills

Rod Liddle: UK Correspondent on the mounting pressure on Kier Starmer to resign as Prime Minister

Full Show Podcast: 10 February 2026

Thomas Coyle: Specialist Crime Scene Investigator on forensic science, new book ‘The Dead Speak: My Life in Forensics’

Simon Watts: Energy Minister on the proposed plan for a LNG import facility

Paul Paynter: Yummy Fruit Company General Manager on the quantity of preserved peaches coming in from China

Mike Fuge: Contact Energy CEO on the Government's proposed investment into a liquefied natural gas import facility

Nick Leggett: Infrastructure NZ CEO on half the Crown Regional Holdings investments risking defaulting

Full Show Podcast: 09 February 2026

Andrew Saville: Sports talker shows off stunning new outfit

Commentary Box: Andrew Saville and Jason Pine discuss T20, Winter Olympics and the Super Bowl

Chris Luxon: Prime Minister remains hopeful for a fall in unemployment

David Seymour: Deputy PM and Associate Education Minister insists education has improved, despite workforce challenges

John Munro: Barrister says jury system is fundamental despite some flaws

Josie Vidal: Minerals Council Chief Executive says blocking Taranaki seabed mining does New Zealand no favours

Richard Arnold: US correspondent chats Nancy Guthrie's disappearance and the backlash towards Bill Gates' Epstein ties

Gillian Blythe: Water NZ CEO on the need to invest in water infrastructure

Chris Hipkins: Opposition leader on co-governance, equal opportunity, and embracing te reo

Steve Cullen: Criminal defence lawyer explains Christchurch Terror attacker's return to court despite guilty plea

Al Gillespie: International Law Professor says a new arms race could arise as nuclear-weapons treaty expires

Marty Toomey: NZ Team Chef de Mission chats Winter Olympics 2026 hopes ahead of opening ceremony

Kelly Eckhold: Westpac Chief Economist chats US dollar, European interest rates, and global dairy trade

Tama Potaka: Māori Development Minister addresses heckling during Waitangi Day speeches

Mark the Week: Brian Tamaki broke the camel's back

Mike's Minute: The unemployment rate dazed the Government

Rod Liddle: UK Correspondent on the latest fallout from the Mandelson-Epstein allegations

Wrapping the Week with Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson: Jobs, flights, and wedding gifts

Full Show Podcast: 05 February 2026

Mike Casey: Electric Cherries Founder on the season and the Mike Hosking Cherry Tree

Marty Toomey: New Zealand Chef de Mission on medal hopes heading into the 2026 Winter Olympics

Andrew Little: Wellington Mayor on raw sewage leaking into Tarakena Bay due to failure at the Moa Point Treatment Plant

Willy Leferink: Synlait Supplier on the company's expected $77-82 million half-year loss

Nicola Willis: Economic Growth Minister on the unemployment rate rising to 5.4%

Mike's Minute: There's no way the NZRU rumour is real, right?

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on Trump's call to nationalise elections

Full Show Podcast: 04 February 2026

Pollies: National's Mark Mitchell and Labour's Ginny Andersen on Peeni Henare's resignation, Labour and Green press conference, Waitangi

Scott Tasker: Auckland Airport Chief Customer Officer on the reinstating of direct flights between Auckland and Bangkok

Omar Hassanein: International Rugby Players’ Association CEO on the opening match of the 2027 Rugby World Cup being Australia v Hong Kong

Philip Gregan: New Zealand Winegrowers CEO on the challenges facing the sector

Mark Smith: ASB Senior Economist on their expectation unemployment will fall slightly to 5.2%

Chris Bishop: Transport Minister on the overhaul of the drivers licensing system

Ankit Sharma: Master Builders CEO on the increasing number of townhouses and apartments being built

Mike's Minute: There are more good news, than bad, hospo stories

Full Show Podcast: 03 February 2026

Rod Liddle: UK Correspondent on the latest Epstein allegations around Lord Peter Mandelson

Chris Kohler: 9News Finance Editor, Author, Influencer on saving money, his book 'How They Get You'

Kelly Seaburg: New Shoots Children's Centre Director on the growing number of new entrants lacking basic skills

Nick Smith: Nelson Mayor says alcohol licensing laws are over the top

Antigone Davis: Meta's Global Head of Safety on youth social media bans and safety

Kelly Eckhold: Westpac Chief Economist on the number of fixed-rate loans coming up for renewal

Erica Stanford: Education Minister on the new style of school reports for junior education

Full Show Podcast: 02 February 2026

Richard Fitzwilliams: Royal commentator discusses latest batch of Epstein emails released

Sam Ruthe: Teen athletics prodigy celebrates record-breaking mile run

Christopher Luxon: Prime Minister says government had 'up front' concerns about Trump's Board of Peace

Darrin Bull: ADHD New Zealand spokesperson discusses changes to prescription law

Rebecca Styles: Consumer NZ Investigative Team Lead discusses multi-cover discounts on insurance policies

Mike's Minute: America might be able to help in the Pacific

Mark the Week: NZR is overthinking the All Blacks coach

Mike's Minute: A reality check for the Government on climate hit areas

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on Tom Homan's first comments around Minneapolis, plan to wind-down ICE's presence in the city

Full Show Podcast: 30 January 2026

Wrapping the Week with Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson: Bruce Springsteen, Judith Collins, smashing rackets

Liam Sceats: Kiwi Grand Prix Champion on his wildcard entry into the 70th NZ Grand Prix

Andy Horne: MinterEllisonRuddWatts Litigation and Insurance Partner on AA pausing new insurance policies for properties in Westport

Greg Fleming: National MP on the cross party support for the Modern Slavery Bill

Todd McClay: Trade Minister on the India Free Trade Agreement and NZ First pulling support

Gareth Kiernan: Infometrics Chief Forecaster on the economic recovery looking unconvincing

Mike's Minute: Build what is wanted and housing can't fail

Full Show Podcast: 29 January 2026

Jo McKenna: Italy Correspondent on the growing outrage over ICE's presence at the upcoming Winter Olympics

Brad Thorn: Rugby legend on the value of hard work, career, 'Champions Do Extra'

Nic Smith: Victoria University Vice-Chancellor on the new Uni Exchange Aotearoa programme

Sharon Zollner: ANZ Chief Economist on their house price inflation forecast being revised down to 2%

Ian Powell: Health Commentator on ambulance demand reaching a record high in 2025

Judith Collins: Senior National MP on her resignation from politics after 24 years

Chris Whelan: Universities NZ CEO on the Fees Free scheme failing to reach disadvantaged students

Mike's Minute: Why we should, and shouldn't, pay attention to polls

Steve Price: Australia Correspondent on the record breaking heatwave in the southeast

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the second shooting in Minneapolis, ICE protests

Full Show Podcast: 28 January 2026

Politics Wednesday with Mark Mitchell and Ginny Andersen: Polls, Inquiry into the Mount Maunganui landslide, India FTA

Sam Vye: SYOS Aerospace CEO on the company being invited by the UK Ministry of Defence to design futuristic helicopter drones

Stacey Wood: Broadcasting Standards Authority CEO on the call for legislative reform

Chris Penk: Associate Emergency Management Minister on the funding for storm hit regions, Inquiry into the Mount Maunganui landslide

Michael Webster: Privacy Commissioner on the Terms of Reference for the Inquiry into the Manage My Health data breach

Chris Bishop: Housing Minister on the plans for housing intensification in Auckland

Chris Wilkinson: First Retail Group Managing Director on Michael Hill reporting its first positive result in over two years

Catherine Field: France Correspondent on Parliament voting on a bill banning social media for under-15s

Mike's Minute: My first election year prediction

Joel Shadbolt: L.A.B Frontman on their summer concerts, first Auckland show in 4 years

Full Show Podcast: 27 January 2026

Steve Lancaster: NZ Rugby Interim CEO on the search for a new All Blacks coach

Christopher Luxon: Prime Minister on the support and recovery funding for areas impacted by severe weather

Marcos Pelenur: Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority CEO on the report finding smart controllers and off peak usage could save billions in energy costs

Marcus Beveridge: Queen City Law Immigration Lawyer on the new passport rules for British-NZ dual nationals

Paul Goldsmith: Justice Minister on the resignations of three of five of the Retail Crime Ministerial Advisory Group members

Full Show Podcast: 26 January 2026

Ben Ruthe: Sam Ruthe's father comments on son's stunning athletics achievement

Mike Atkinson: Aspire Property Managing Director comments on renters being rejected for owning pets

Ed McKnight: Opes Partners Resident Economist says Airbnb restrictions are not the answer to more housing in Queenstown

Mahe Drysdale: Mayor of Tauranga hopeful that recovery efforts will resume today following spells of bad weather

Cam Winter: Oliver Road Luxury Real Estate Founder and Managing Director discusses overseas buyers purchasing homes in Queenstown

Mark the Week: Trump's an infuriating mix of effective and insane

Mike's Minute: ACC is being scammed, but it can be fixed

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the latest developments around Trump and Greenland

Wrapping the Week with Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson: ACC and Kate's pickleball injury, and marriage and anniversaries

Full Show Podcast: 23 January 2026

Grant Webster: Tourism Holdings Ltd CEO on tourism numbers reaching the highest point in over five years

Dr Elizabeth Heeg: Forest Owners Association CEO on the Government proposing further cost reductions under the Emissions Trading Scheme

Mark Smith: ASB Senior Economist ahead of the inflation rate announcement for Q4

Megan Main: ACC CEO on the organisation's plan to dig itself out of a fiscal hole

Quentin Smith: Queenstown Lakes Deputy Mayor on a McDonald's getting greenlit in Wanaka

Mark Mitchell: Emergency Management Minister on the rescue efforts after the landslide at Mount Maunganui

Mike's Minute: An ode to Dunedin

Jeremy Corbett: Kiwi Comedian talks comedy, success, and 18 seasons of 7 Days

Full Show Podcast: 22 January 2026

Mike Roan: Meridian Energy CEO on the reports of record high hydro inflows

Mimi Becker: 9News Europe Correspondent on Donald Trump's speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos

Tony Brown: Springboks Assistant Coach on the All Blacks coaching saga, Scott Robertson's departure

Nick Brunsdon: Infometrics Principal Economist on the latest job data, state of the economy

John Stevenson: Fonterra Co-operative Council Chair on Fonterra expanding its organics programme to the South Island

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on Donald Trump's continued demands to acquire Greenland

Mike's Minute: Election issues are already popping up

Aimee McCammon: Pic's Peanut Butter CEO on the company reaching 41% market share in NZ

Full Show Podcast: 21 January 2026