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On 'The Week That Was' this week I'm joined by former Green Party leader and current Greenpeace Executive Director Russel Norman, and broadcaster, author, entrepreneur and kindness warrior Cassie Roma...

· 46 min 34 sec

On the eve of Matariki I'm joined by the inspiring Dame Hinewehi Mohi, a powerful advocate for Maori culture and music, and the evolution of te reo Maori. How far have we come as a country since she c...

· 55 min 13 sec

Robert Bruce, the founder of the 'Got to Get Out' initiative, shares his remarkable journey from a 9-to-5 desk job to creating a social movement that not only encourages outdoor activities and mental...

· 47 min 50 sec

You probably already know how critical financial literacy is, but do you know why it isn't part of every school curriculum? This episode is all about that, and trust me, you need to hear it. Kendall F...

· 58 min 9 sec

In this episode I'm joined by former rapper and graffiti artist turned taco king, Otis Frizzell. Following in the footsteps of his famous father, Otis has sat in the fringes of mainstream society for...

· 50 min 53 sec

On 'The Week That Was' this week I'm joined by political/media commentator (and communist?) Bomber Bradbury, and clinical psychologist Jacqui Maguire. Up for discussion today:  Dry July and how we ar...

· 40 min 53 sec

Men in New Zealand are dying too young. It's an uncomfortable truth we can't afford to ignore. Mark Sainsbury, the face of Men's Health Week, joins me on the show to shine a light on this crisis. The...

· 54 min 34 sec

Kim got in touch with me to tell me about the serious concerns she has about the treatment her father has been subjected to in rest home care. In a deeply personal and shocking story she shares her st...

· 39 min 26 sec

Could the looming crisis in New Zealand's forestry industry cost thousands their livelihood? We peel back the layers of this impending socio-economic debacle, scrutinizing the contributing factors, po...

· 53 min 43 sec

Ever thought about how your relationship with alcohol has evolved over the years? Join me and wine writer, Mermaid Mary, as we explore the rising popularity of low and no-alcohol drinks, offering a gl...

· 38 min 5 sec

On 'The Week That Was' this week I'm joined by broadcaster and avocado grower Graeme Hill, and criminal defence lawyer Marie Dyhrberg KC. On the menu today:  Dealing with gangs in New Zealand. Is alc...

· 50 min 41 sec

I take a look at New Zealand's property market, and an audacious prediction of 7.5% growth next year and a whopping 16% surge in 2025. Are these numbers trustworthy? This episode is a deep dive into t...

· 46 min 39 sec

In this episode I'm joined by Frank Witowski, an international award-winning innovator in the field of e-bikes. With an entrepreneurial spirit as robust as his carbon e-bike frames, Frank dared to cha...

· 43 min 9 sec

In this eye-opening episode, we tackle the devastating impact of the 501 deportees policy on trans-Tasman relations and New Zealand society. We explore the surge in gang membership, the increase in cr...

· 38 min 1 sec

Are we truly prepared for the upcoming FIFA Women's World Cup in New Zealand? Join us as we discuss startling claims from a whistleblower revealing budget cuts and skipped corners, potentially jeopard...

· 38 min 5 sec

On 'The Week That Was' Duncan is joined by Petra Bagust and Leigh Hart.  On the menu today:  The tragedy of the submersible near the Titanic  Volunteering in the community  Michael Wood  - what happe...

· 42 min 45 sec

Discover the crucial role of the church in today's society and the impact of Michael Wood's recent resignation on the government's re-election prospects in our thought-provoking conversation with Rev....

· 45 min 19 sec

Discover the awe-inspiring story of the Waikato Treasure Chests, a fearless dragon boat crew composed entirely of breast cancer survivors, as we chat with these indomitable women who turned a heartbre...

· 25 min 4 sec

Discover how volunteering can spark powerful, positive change in our communities as we chat with Alaina McGregor, founder of the 10 x 10 movement. Hear her incredible journey from leading a small grou...

· 36 min 18 sec

Watching my son play rugby recently brought to light the concerning decline of the sport in Aotearoa and the impact it has on player health. I was privileged to interview former All Black prop Carl Ha...

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