Best Front Country Camping Podcasts (2025)

1
Rod Liddle: UK Correspondent on Kier Starmer's role in the White House meetings regarding Ukraine 5:17

7h ago5:17

5:17

A trilateral meeting between the leaders of Russia, Ukraine, and the United States is looking likely. US President Donald Trump's been meeting with Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the White House today, following talks with Russia's President Vladimir Putin on Saturday. Zelenskyy and Trump are now meeting with other leaders, including Na…

1
The dems are back in Austin and the Cowboys are back at home 15:54

8h ago15:54

15:54

Just how bad are the Cowboys, and did we hit the triple digit mark?

1
Mike's Minute: The pay equity court case is a "show trial" 2:12

8h ago2:12

2:12

If Grant Robertson thinks the Covid inquiry is a "show trial", then what is about to unfold at the High Court as of the end of this month can't be far behind. A bunch of unions are taking the Government to court over pay equity. They are having several stabs at it – the Bill of Rights is in play and the democratic process is up for debate. One of t…

1
Ryan Wood: Kiwi Supercars driver on his year so far, success in racing 10:22

8h ago10:22

10:22

It’s been an incredible rise for Kiwi Supercars driver Ryan Wood. Racing for Walkinshaw Andretti United last year, he helped the team to 3rd in the Teams Championship —their highest finish since 2016— and was widely considered the best rookie on the grid. This year has already seen him claim a win in race 14, with multiple podium appearances under …

1
Karin Kos: Apiculture NZ CEO on the challenging times for the global honey sector 2:39

9h ago2:39

2:39

Times are challenging for the global honey sector. Oversupply, inflated prices, and global volatility continue to drive sector woes. Apiculture NZ CEO Karin Kos told Mike Hosking both domestic and export factors are contributing. In 2019, New Zealand had a record 1 million hives and 10,000 beekeepers, but now there’s under 500,000 hives and 7,600 b…

1
Full Show Podcast: 19 August 2025 1:30:02

9h ago1:30:02

1:30:02

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 19th of August, eyes are on the White House as Zelenskyy and EU leaders meet for peace talks. Our White House Correspondent is on the scene. Contact Energy CEO Mike Fuge defends their big profit rise while the country faces rising energy costs. Kiwi Supercars driver Ryan Wood is having a s…

1
Mike Fuge: Contact Energy CEO on the company's full-year net profit 4:17

9h ago4:17

4:17

One of the country’s major electricity companies is defending their increased profits amid rising energy prices. Contact Energy’s full year net profit is up 41%, with revenue up 20%. Their underlying profit also climbed 17%, bolstered by a strong lift in geothermal generation as well as improved sales and customer numbers. CEO Mike Fuge told Mike H…

1
Vaughan Mabee: Amisfield Executive Chef on being crowned Restaurant of the Year 3:28

10h ago3:28

3:28

The chef at the country's best restaurant says they're always improving to stay top of the game. From more than 300 contestants, Queenstown's fine dining hotspot Amisfield has once again been crowned 'Restaurant of the Year' at the Cuisine Good Food Awards. Executive Chef, Vaughan Mabee told Mike Hosking being in Central Otago helps them in many wa…

1
Lauren Tomasi: Channel 9 US Correspondent on the meeting with Trump, Zelenskyy, European leaders 3:51

10h ago3:51

3:51

Donald Trump's focussing on a peace deal rather than a ceasefire as talks with Ukraine's President get underway. Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived at the White House for talks with Trump and several European leaders today. Trump also met with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Saturday and says he'll have a phone call with him after today's talks. Chann…

1
Chris Penk: Building and Construction Minister on the shake up of building consents and liability 3:31

10h ago3:31

3:31

Taking some of the pressure off councils is expected to make them more willing to consent buildings. The Government will shift liability for building defects based on responsibility. Building and Construction Minister Chris Penk says councils will still have responsibility for their consenting. He told Mike Hosking liability will be decided by the …

1
Mark Troughear: Freightways CEO on the rise in net profits for the year 3:17

11h ago3:17

3:17

Financial results are coming in thick and fast. a2 Milk is reporting a 21% rise in profit alongside announcing it has bought the Yashili plant in Pokeno. It's also sold its majority stake in the Mataura Valley plant in Gore to Open Country Dairy. Contact Energy's profit is up 13% after a surge in geothermal generation. Freightways' profit is up 12.…

1
It's still not clear if House Democrats will return after taking off to avoid the GOP's redistricting plan 11:44

18h ago11:44

11:44

Plus Rockwall police are looking over security camera footage to see who unfurled Nazi flags from the roof of Rockwall Heath High School over the weekend, the Dallas City Council is set to hear from the public tonight on the city's proposed $5.2 billion dollar budget, a man is locked up in Dallas after two people were stabbed in knife-point car-jac…

1
Full Show Podcast: 18 August 2025 1:30:01

1d ago1:30:01

1:30:01

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Monday the 18th of August, we've got conflicting reports on the cost of food at the supermarket - but none of it helps the fact our country's debt is nearing $1trillion. The Prime Minister says whether or not he would appear at a Royal Commission if called upon and how close we are with a deal wit…

1
Commentary Box: Jason Pine and Andrew Saville join Mike Hosking to discuss the weekend's sports 11:22

1d ago11:22

11:22

Jason Pine and Andrew Saville join Mike Hosking this morning to discuss the weekend's sports. On the table today: The Warriors defeated the dolphins 14-10, finishing off an impressive comeback from 0-10 down. The All-Blacks defeated Los Pumas in Argentina to secure a strong start in the Rugby Championships. And Chris Wood starts the new season of t…

1
Mike's Minute: How did RNZ not know about this already? 2:19

1d ago2:19

2:19

You may have read a report commissioned by Radio NZ to look into why their operation has become such a dumpster fire. It said a bunch of stuff that was obvious. One thing that surprised and saddened me though was that most people within that organisation thought radio was dying and audiences were bailing. That's not true. In fact it’s the opposite.…

1
Christopher Luxon: Prime Minister discusses Auckland Mayor's calls for bed night levy 10:31

1d ago10:31

10:31

The Prime Minister says Auckland won't be getting a bed tax this parliamentary term, despite a renewed call from the city's mayor. Last week Wayne Brown again called for a bed night levy, saying it wouldn't cost the Government anything. He claimed they were cheeky for not putting one in and believed they would eventually cave. Chris Luxon told Mike…

1
John Hart: Former All Blacks coach on the dominant victory over Argentina 3:11

1d ago3:11

3:11

The All Blacks have defeated Argentina in the Rugby Championship. They dispatched a 24-41 victory over Los Pumas, who hosted the All Blacks at Estadio Mario Alberto Kempes in Córdoba. Former All Blacks coach John Hart told Mike Hosking that the dominant display still needs improving, citing a lack of discipline. ‘You wouldn’t want to be doing that …

1
Sharon Zollner: ANZ Chief Economist discusses the government's rapid increase in national debt 3:26

1d ago3:26

3:26

The government's debt has shot up as our collective total gets closer to one trillion dollars. The country's overall debt rose to $870billion dollars for the year to May, 5.4-percent higher than last year’s $830billion. Central Government debt sits at nearly $239billion, rising 11-percent on last year. ANZ Chief Economist Sharon Zollner says it's w…

1
Chris Quinn: Foodstuffs North Island Managing Director says consumers should look for 'better value' as grocery prises soar 3:43

1d ago3:43

3:43

The latest Stats NZ figures says food prices in our 15 main cities have increased five-percent in the past year -- with grocery prices rising much faster than restaurant and takeaway prices. But Foodstuffs says prices in its stores have only increased 3.4 percent. Foodstuffs North Island Managing Director Chris Quin told Mike Hosking that much of t…

1
Thomas Scrimgeour: New Zealand could secure a place in the global AI economy with a sustainable data centre 3:34

1d ago3:34

3:34

New Zealand could secure a place in the global AI economy with a sustainable data centre Research by the Maxim Institute has looked at leveraging the country's renewable energy, cool climate, and strong privacy laws to become a hub in the Asia–Pacific. Researcher Thomas Scrimgeour says high energy costs must be tackled in order to seize the opportu…

1
Mike's Minute: Stop putting the bill on the taxpayer 2:02

3d ago2:02

2:02

It never takes long to find the bank of the taxpayer. The Green Building Council has lined the Government up for Lord knows how many millions so we can all ditch our gas heaters, buy heat pumps, and save money and the gas industry. We talked during the week with businesses who use gas. Some are looking to convert, and some want discretionary loans …

1
The governor calls round two...will the dems play ball? 17:25

3d ago17:25

17:25

Plus the Alaska summit and the possible fallout

1
Texas Education Commissioner Mike Morath will be in Dallas this morning to begin unveiling the grades for Texas schools 10:17

4d ago10:17

10:17

Plus, Superintendent Karen Molinar says they are hoping to avoid a state take over because of poor performance in the past, its not just little kids headed back to class, "Lonestar Lockup", is about to open, and more!

1
Mark the Week: Visas are one of the bright spots of the week 2:28

4d ago2:28

2:28

At the end of each week, Mike Hosking takes you through the big-ticket items and lets you know what he makes of it all. Visas: 7/10 One of the bright spots of the week. Two more visas and access to labour that solves problems. More please. Recognising Palestine as a state: 3/10 Talk about angst for no result. Around and around we go. Disney Cruises…

1
Mike's Minute: Central Govt's differing approach to local govt 1:52

4d ago1:52

1:52

The battle of duelling responsibilities is unfolding before our eyes and I can't work out whether it will all end in tears. On one hand you've got the Local Government Minister off to Cabinet with his rates cap plan for councils. The average rate rise is almost 10%. Inflation isn't. It's not good enough. They are out of control and Wellington is go…

1
Richie Barnett: Former Kiwis Captain previews the Warriors v Dragons clash 3:13

4d ago3:13

3:13

The Warriors’ season hinges on tonight's match against the Dragons, crucial for playoff chances. Injuries and missed opportunities have plagued the Warriors, who have won only two of their last seven games. A win at Mt Smart would make them a shoo-in for a playoff spot, while a loss could see them slip as low as seventh to finish the round. Former …

1
Wrapping the Week with Kate Hawkesby and Sir John Key: Clothes, wine drinking, pickleball 11:29

4d ago11:29

11:29

It’s Friday once more, but Mike Hosking’s panel for Wrapping the Week looks a little different. Tim Wilson is off on holiday, so a special guest was brought in to replace him – Sir John Key. It took a while for Kate to guess the "rando" calling in, but once she did they got stuck in discussing clothing, wine, and whether or not Sir John can join Ka…

1
Will Jordan: All Blacks fullback previews the Rugby Championship opener against Argentina 5:57

4d ago5:57

5:57

The All Blacks have named a predictable side for their Rugby Championship opener against Argentina in Cordoba. Captain Scott Barrett is returning to the side, with Beauden Barrett returning to No. 10 and Cortez Ratima starting at halfback. There are no new faces on the team for the first time in 2025. Will Jordan is playing at No. 15, and told Mike…

1
Full Show Podcast: 15 August 2025 1:30:02

4d ago1:30:02

1:30:02

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Friday 15th of August, all eyes will be on Trump and Putin in Alaska tomorrow – what will likely come of it? The Rugby Championship is upon us, so Will Jordan tells us by how much the All Blacks will beat Argentina in the first match. Kate Hawkesby and mystery guest Sir John Key Wrap the Week - li…

1
Michael Quirke: Evolution Healthcare's Hospitals CEO on the increased use of robotic surgeries 3:37

4d ago3:37

3:37

Robotic surgeries are taking off, bringing positive outcomes for the health sector. Evolution Healthcare says it's more than doubled the number of robotic surgeries in the past two years at Wellington's Wakefield Hospital. It says it's on target to complete more than 300 this year, up from 243 last year. Evolution CEO Michael Quirke told Mike Hoski…

1
Kate Acland: Beef + Lamb Chair on the declining sheep numbers, impact of carbon forestry 4:18

4d ago4:18

4:18

There’s little sign of recovery soon for the country's sheep numbers as they continue to drop. Beef + Lamb NZ shows breeding ewe numbers are down nearly 2% on last year, with this season's lamb crop forecast to be down nearly 120 thousand lambs. However, beef cattle numbers are showing positive signs, rising 4%. Beef + Lamb NZ Chair Kate Acland tol…

1
Matthew Schmidt: New Haven University International Affairs Expert on the meeting between Trump and Putin 4:08

4d ago4:08

4:08

Donald Trump estimates his high-stakes diplomatic talks with Russia's Vladimir Putin have a 25% chance of failure. The two presidents will meet in Alaska tomorrow to discuss an end to the war in Ukraine. Trump's previewed the summit as setting the table for a second meeting, inviting in Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelensky. New Haven University internation…

1
Steve Symon: Organised Crime Ministerial Advisory Group Chair on the lack of information sharing in tackling transnational crime 2:46

4d ago2:46

2:46

There are fears limited information sharing is hindering authorities efforts to tackle transnational crime. A report from a Ministerial Advisory Group focused on organised crime says there's sparse coordination between agencies, technological limitations, and people are fearful of sharing what could be useful information. It's recommending a new sh…

1
The crackdown on undocumented immigrants has Tarrant County working more closely with Federal ICE Agents 9:02

5d ago9:02

9:02

Plus Fort Worth is growing fast and they're looking at how to write a budget that saves people money, but also plans for all the people moving there. A few schools go back today: Alvarado, Granbury, Kaufman, Red Oak, Valley View, Gordon. State House Republicans have rolled out their version of a THC ban in committee, and more!…

1
Jerry had cancer and he's not the only one 14:55

5d ago14:55

14:55

Mike and Austin also take a look at the idea of the national guard in DC

1
Mike's Minute: Ardern, Hipkins, Robertson - They should be ashamed of themselves 2:10

5d ago2:10

2:10

I'm assuming the instigators of the second Covid Inquiry are deeply disappointed in what is unfolding, in terms of accountability. Inquiry Part 1 was a Labour Government stitch up. It was an exercise in smoke and mirrors. Inquiry Part 2 is a coalition deal driven by ACT and NZ First, and was designed to look into areas not touched on in Part 1: acc…

1
Rod Liddle: UK Correspondent on the US State Department's claims the UK is not a free country 5:19

5d ago5:19

5:19

The US has accused the UK of backsliding on human rights over the past year, claiming it’s not a free country. The US State Department says the UK’s Labour government ‘repeatedly intervened to chill speech’, their annual assessment also highlighting laws limiting free speech around abortion clinics. UK Correspondent Rod Liddle told Mike Hosking it’…

1
Gilbert Enoka: Former All Blacks mental skills coach on his philosophy, new book 'Become Unstoppable' 13:02

5d ago13:02

13:02

For years, the All Blacks were praised for their mental fortitude. When it came down to the wire, fans could expect the team to handle the pressure, trained and prepared for all scenarios. Much of that fortitude can be attributed to Gilbert Enoka – our national team’s mental skills coach for 23 years. He retired at the end of 2023, and has now writ…

1
Richard Dawkins: Federated Farmers forestry spokesperson on the Government's approach to carbon forestry 3:28

5d ago3:28

3:28

There's a belief many farmers will be feeling disappointed and betrayed after a report to Parliament on the ban of carbon forestry. The Environment Select Committee’s recommendations show carbon farms across productive farmland, won't be coming to a stop. Currently under the Emission Trading Scheme there's a ban on whole-farm conversions for land t…

1
Full Show Podcast: 14 August 2025 1:30:15

5d ago1:30:15

1:30:15

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Thursday 14th of August, then-Covid Minister Chris Hipkins defends his decision not to appear publicly for the Covid-19 Inquiry. Public Service Minister Judith Collins responds to the latest strike action from both nurses and secondary school teachers. All Blacks mental skills expert Gilbert Enoka…

1
Felicity Roxburgh: NZ International Business Forum Executive Director on exports, impact of trade wars 3:56

5d ago3:56

3:56

New Zealand exporters are remaining upbeat. The latest Export New Zealand DHL Export Barometer shows about four in five have maintained or increased export volumes over the past year. Exporters say it's been getting cheaper to do business, but they're getting more worried about trade wars. NZ International Business Forum Executive Director Felicity…

1
Judith Collins: Public Service Minister on the strike action from nurses and secondary school teachers 6:26

5d ago6:26

6:26

The Government is blasting the secondary teachers union for calling a strike. Post Primary Teachers' Association members will put down the tools next Wednesday, rejecting a three-percent pay increase over three years. Tens of thousands of healthcare workers are also preparing to walk off the job on two separate days next month. Public Service Minis…

1
Erica Stanford: Education Minister on the Level 1 achievement dropping while Level 2 and 3 improve 2:55

5d ago2:55

2:55

The Education Minister says our NCEA achievement results are ticking up as we climb out of Covid. Last year Level 1 achievement dropped slightly to its lowest level in a decade, and Māori fell further behind. There were improvements though in NCEA Levels 2, 3, and University Entrance for the first time in five years. Erica Stanford told Mike Hoskin…

1
Chris Hipkins: Labour Leader on why they're not fronting for the Covid-19 Inquiry 8:53

5d ago8:53

8:53

Labour leader Chris Hipkins says he's already answered the Covid Inquiry Commissioner's questions, negating any need for him to appear publicly. Hipkins and former Ministers Dame Jacinda Ardern, Grant Robertson, and Ayesha Verrall declined open hearings, leading the second part of the inquiry to be called off. Hipkins says lawyers raised several is…

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Front Country Camping Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Quick Reference Guide