Best Darcy and Jason Podcasts (2025)

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THURSDAY RUB - Tassie Devils Thrown Into Doubt, Beach Training, No-Confidence Votes at Triple M Footy 55:40

5h ago55:40

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Jay Z is on time and off the long run as he questions the Swans beach-training session after their horror loss to Adelaide last week. Meanwhile K-Mac is making a big step up in the media world. Bulldogs Assistant Daniel Pratt joins the team from he boundary, before the team dives into the Tasmanian political furore that has the Devils in doubt. The…

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Full Show Podcast: 05 June 2025 1:41:04

9h ago1:41:04

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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday 5th June 2025, The Māori Party's Privileges Committee decision finally comes to a vote. Political commentator Bryce Edwards speaks to Heather. Matthew Lane, the general manager of Night 'n Day reacts to the Commerce Commission's latest attempt to crack down on anti-competitive pra…

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Elizabeth Callaghan: UK correspondent on Donald Trump calling for NATO nations to increase their defence spending 3:51

10h ago3:51

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The US says the UK and all other NATO allies must agree to spend at lest 5 percent of national income on defence and security 'starting now'. Matthew Whitaker, Donald Trump's ambassador to the NATO alliance, made this statement earlier, and claimed these nations needed to make a 'commitment'. UK correspondent Elizabeth Callaghan explains further. L…

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Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert explains why the US debt burden is getting more attention 5:14

10h ago5:14

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The US debt burden has been thrust into the spotlight - and it's an ongoing point of concern. Sam Dickie from Fisher Funds explains why this is happening. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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The Huddle: Should the police have dug deeper on Michael Forbes? 11:47

10h ago11:47

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Tonight on The Huddle, Ali Jones from Red PR and Tim Wilson from the Maxim Institute joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! The big debate on the Maori Party MPs punishment is taking place in Parliament this afternoon. What do we make of all this? Police investigated complaints against former Beehive staffer Mic…

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Jamie Mackay: The Country host celebrates industry award 3:00

10h ago3:00

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The Country's Jamie Mackay is celebrating another industry success - and he joined Heather to discuss the win. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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John Carnegie: Energy Resources Aotearoa CEO on gas supply dropping 27 percent in the last year 4:36

10h ago4:36

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New Zealand’s gas supply is reducing faster and sooner than previously forecast, new reports from experts warn. As of January 1, 2025, natural gas reserves have reduced 27 percent compared to last year, the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) said. Energy Resources Aotearoa CEO John Carnegie says there's reason to be concerned. "…

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Stephen Jacobi: former trade negotiator on Labour criticising the Government for not getting a better trade deal from the Trump administration 2:24

10h ago2:24

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Labour has slammed the Government for not getting a better trade deal out of the current Trump administration. New Zealand currently has to pay a 10 percent tariff on all imports on New Zealand products out of the US. But the opposition has claimed the Government is failing Kiwis by 'being comfortable' with a 10 percent tariff. Former trade negotia…

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Desley Simpson: Auckland deputy mayor squashes rumours she was running for mayor 3:07

11h ago3:07

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Wayne Brown and Desley Simpson have confirmed they'll run together in this year's Auckland mayoral race. It's scotched rumours Simpson would run herself. She's been deputy since Brown was elected mayor three years ago. She says she wants to do the right thing for Auckland - and she thinks this is the way to go. "Sometimes you've got to put Auckland…

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Cherida Fraser: Sex Workers' Collective regional coordinator weighs in on Michael Forbes saga following resignation 4:00

11h ago4:00

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There's concerns a former Prime Ministerial staffer hasn't faced charges after allegedly voice-recording sex workers. Michael Forbes has quit as acting deputy press secretary over allegations he took compromising recordings of sex workers, and photos of women he didn't know. A Wellington brothel complained to police last July, who found it didn't m…

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Bryce Edwards: political commentator on the debate unfolding over the Te Pāti Māori haka saga 2:40

11h ago2:40

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Parliament's revisiting potential penalties for three Te Pāti Māori MPs - after the hearing was initially postponed so as not to distract from the 2025 Budget. Proposed suspensions for the three MPs in question are being debated in the House, in relation to their actions during last year's Treaty Principles Bill vote. Political commentator Bryce Ed…

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Thomas Coughlan: NZ Herald political editor on the Te Pāti Māori haka sanctions debate taking place 5:19

11h ago5:19

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Tensions are high in the House, as MPs go head-to-head over proposed sanctions for Te Pāti Māori MPs. The Privileges Committee has recommended seven, and 21-day suspensions for three of its MPs - for actions during a haka performed at last year's Treaty Principles Bill vote. NZ Herald political editor Thomas Coughlan unpacks the action from the deb…

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Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on Erin Patterson delivering evidence in fourth day of deadly mushroom trial 4:31

12h ago4:31

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Triple murder accused Erin Patterson faced more questions from the prosecution as the mushroom murder trial entered its' fourth day. Three family members of Patterson's estranged husband died after eating the lunch she prepared at her Victoria home in 2023. Australian correspondent Murray Olds says Patterson was questioned about her food dehydrator…

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D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on Will Jordan recovering from his knee injury 3:54

12h ago3:54

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A key All Blacks returns at just the right time for the Crusaders as they begin their Super Rugby playoffs campaign. Will Jordan will start in tomorrow night's game against the Reds in Christchurch, after missing the team's final three regular season games with a knee injury. Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave explains further. LISTEN ABOVE See omny…

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Matthew Lane: Night 'n Day general manager on the Commerce Commission threatening a crackdown on supermarkets 4:41

12h ago4:41

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The Commerce Commission is proposing to give grocery suppliers a leg up in their dealings with the supermarket giants. The commission has proposed updates to the Grocery Supply Code, including stopping retailers charging suppliers for stocking shelves and requiring retailers to keep records on how they’re complying with certain parts of the code. N…

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Essendon - Jason Johnson 35:39

1d ago35:39

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This week we go back in time with Essendon premiership player Jason Johnson. Jason reminisces about his career, reflects on some of special moments during his time in the game. A graduate from the strong Calder U18 program, Jason made his way to Windy Hill in 1997. Jason spent 12 years at Essendon, playing 184 games, winning two Crichton Medals and…

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Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on the UK being temporarily spared from Trump's 50 percent steel tariffs 5:11

1d ago5:11

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The UK has managed to escape Donald Trump's recent executive order doubling steel and aluminium tariffs from 25 percent to 50 percent. The order raises import taxes for US-based firms buying metals from other countries going forward. UK correspondent Gavin Grey says the UK evaded these tariffs as a result of the trade deal between both nations. LIS…

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Jeremy Hutton: Milford Asset Management Equities Analyst on Ryman Healthcare's market struggles 3:15

1d ago3:15

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Former market darling Ryman Healthcare's recently had a tough time financially - and the share price has dropped. Investors are already down over 30 percent, and experts have raised concerns. Milford Asset Management's Jeremy Hutton explains further. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on homeowners needing to pay extra to fund the Natural Hazards Commission 2:59

1d ago2:59

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Homeowners need to brace for another cost increase, this time to help fund the state disaster insurer, the Natural Hazards Commission. The minister responsible for the commission, David Seymour, says levies will 'almost certainly' need to rise, with Cabinet set to decide the changes in the coming months. NZ Herald Wellington business editor Jenee T…

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Mark Taylor, Jeremy Howe, Billy's Courage - The Rush Hour podcast - Wednesday 4th June 2025 57:11

1d ago57:11

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Billy has walked in with a Triple M Vest on... what's he been up to? After we explore that, we dive into the All Sports Report. Triple M Cricket's Mark Taylor phones in on a dodgy line to talk about going down the Big Freeze slide on Monday, and Australia's batting lineup for the World Test Championship. Jimmy and Paulie battle it out in the Hump D…

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The Huddle: Are asset sales on the horizon? 10:06

1d ago10:06

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Tonight on The Huddle, former Labour Minister Stuart Nash and Jack Tame from ZB's Saturday Mornings and Q&A joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! The Government wants state owned enterprises to pick up its game - or else? Chris Luxon has ruled out asset sales this term, but do we think they're on the horizon? T…

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Dr David Wilson: Clerk of the House of Representatives on whether bots are interfering in law-making process 2:35

1d ago2:35

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ACT leader David Seymour has claimed 99.5 percent of the submissions received on the Regulatory Standards Bill were created using 'bots'. The Ministry for Regulation received approximately 23,000 submissions regarding a discussion document about the bill in January, with submissions on the bill currently open until June 23. Dr David Wilson, Clerk o…

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Oliver Hartwich: New Zealand Initiative executive director on the impact of the Trump tariffs 3:58

1d ago3:58

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Business leaders across New Zealand have voiced concerns that Donald Trump's tariffs could have a more severe global impact than the Covid-19 pandemic and the Global Financial Crisis. The months since Trump’s 'Liberation Day' announcement have seen sustained market volatility, tit-for-tat trade wars and fears of a resurgence in inflation. New Zeala…

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Grant McCallum: Northland MP reveals why Landcorp needs to improve its performance 4:06

1d ago4:06

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There's belief state-owned enterprises need to go back to basics in order to up their game. New Treasury documents show the Government's told New Zealand Post and Landcorp it's not impressed with their recent performance. Simeon Brown - the Minister responsible for State-Owned Enterprises - has told them to deliver bold turnaround plans. Northland …

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Chris Finlayson: former Arts and Heritage Minister on the Government's push for Wellington premiere for Avatar sequel 3:32

1d ago3:32

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Finance Minister Nicola Willis may get her wish to see the latest move in the Avatar franchise premiere in the capital at the end of the year. That's due to a decade-old agreement between the producers of the Avatar franchise and the Government. It states at least one of the films produced here must hold a local premiere - if the studio wants to re…

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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: The polls revealed how people felt about the pay equity saga 2:07

1d ago2:07

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We've had a case of conflicting polls over the last twenty-four hours, with two completely different Governments predicted. But if there's one thing you can take from these polls, which they both agree on, it's that the pay equity revamp hasn’t turned into the circuit breaker that the left clearly thought it was going to be. The polls are almost id…

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Jordan Dunn: Newstalk ZB reporter on the coronal inquest into the 2021 New Lynn attack 2:52

1d ago2:52

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A closed court has seen graphic video of a 2021 terrorist attack in Auckland at New Lynn Countdown. A coronal inquest began today into the stabbing of six people at the supermarket. Officers monitored Sri Lankan Islamic State supporter, Ahamed Samsudeen - then shot him dead. Newstalk ZB's Jordan Dunn has been at the inquest. He says police revealed…

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