Best Summit Drive Time Podcasts (2025)

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EBOS: the unsung hero that’s accelerating clean energy deployment | How Shoals is improving utility-scale solar performance 27:16

6h ago27:16

27:16

Sponsored content from Shoals Technologies Group. EBOS – electrical balance of systems – includes everything that carries electricity from solar panels to the grid: wiring, switches, connector boxes and other components. It might not grab headlines, but it’s the backbone of every solar and storage project, and is essential to performance, reliabili…

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Australia under 16 social media ban expanded to Youtube 8:35

13h ago8:35

8:35

Australia correspondent Nick Grimm spoke to Lisa Owen about the push for the incoming social media ban for those aged under 16, which is now set to be expanded to include Youtube.

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Evening business for 24 June 2025 4:26

13h ago4:26

4:26

News from the business sector, including a market report.

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Jury shown blood covered house in DeLuney murder trial 3:00

13h ago3:00

3:00

Blood covered the walls along a hallway and the carpet near where a body lay at an otherwise pristine home. In the High Court at Wellington, Julia DeLuney faces trial, accused of murdering her mother inside that house, possibly using a vase as a weapon. Kate Green reports.

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Australian broadcaster criticised for crying child zoom in 4:12

13h ago4:12

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An Australian broadcast network has been criticised for zooming in on a crying child during Carlton's AFL shock loss to North Melbourne on the weekend. Sports reporter Bridget Tunnicliffe spoke to Lisa Owen.

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New Zealand yet to take stance on US Iran conflict 3:13

13h ago3:13

3:13

There is confusion over the ceasfire between Israel and Iran announced by US President Donald Trump on his Truth Social account today. Iran's foreign minister saying that no ceasefire had been agreed. Iran retaliated against American strikes at the weekend by bombing a US airbase in Qatar. New Zealand's government has been walking a tightrope, care…

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Luxon arrives in the Hague for NATO summit 2:32

13h ago2:32

2:32

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has arrived in the Hague where he will join more than 30 world leaders, including US president Donald Trump, for what is expected to be one of the largest and most expensive NATO summits in history. Reporter Jamie Tahana spoke to Lisa Owen from the Hague.

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'Levin invasion' reaction to government's tough talk on boyracers 4:45

13h ago4:45

4:45

A crowd of 1000 people and 200 cars filled the Horowhenua town of Levin just over three weeks ago, doing burnouts and other anti-social activity that caused a public outcry and large police response. Two men behind the 'Levin invasion' say the night was a reaction to the government's tough talk. Meanwhile, the mother of a woman killed during illega…

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GPs and nurses to soon diagnose and prescribe meds for ADHD 7:22

13h ago7:22

7:22

GPs and specialist nurses will soon be able to diagnose and prescribe medication for ADHD. At the moment they need the written recommendation of a psychiatrist or paediatrician to start prescribing medications for Attention Deficit Hyper Activity medications, and that can take months. Now Medsafe and Pharmac have announced a rule change. From next …

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State housing tenant forced to choose between pets or tenancy 7:41

14h ago7:41

7:41

An Auckland state house tenant is unfairly being forced to choose between her two dogs or a roof over her head according to an advocate for the family. The Favona family, a grandma, mum and son has a pair of mixed breed dogs and say Kainga Ora has told them to get rid of the dogs or risk losing their home. The family claims its been upfront with th…

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Iranian New Zealander fled to border amid strikes 3:58

14h ago3:58

3:58

The wife of an Iranian New Zealander feared he was dead as bombs rained down on Tehran. Aucklander Vahid Safinia fled to the border after Israeli strikes pounded the area he was visiting, but his ordeal was far from over. Gill Bonnett reports

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Mother and disabled son stuck in flood damaged state house 4:51

14h ago4:51

4:51

A Dunedin mum and her son, who has a severe disability, have been stuck in a cold, dark, wet Kāinga Ora house for nearly a week after a hot water cylinder burst. Katie, who RNZ is only identifying by her first name, says it felt violating and undignified.17 year old Alex who has epilepsy and severe autism needs to be bathed and dressed by his mothe…

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Football Fern signs with Phoenix to play professionally for first time 4:13

14h ago4:13

4:13

The Wellington Phoenix have helped make a goalkeeper's dream come true. Football Fern Victoria Esson has signed with the A-League club on a one season deal, allowing her to play professionally for the first time at home. Sports reporter Felicity Reid spoke to Lisa Owen.

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Trump ceasefire announcement between Israel, Iran met with scepticism 5:08

14h ago5:08

5:08

Washington DC correspondent Zach Montellaro spoke to Lisa Owen about US President Donald Trump's announcement of a ceasefire between Irsrael and Iran, which has been met with scepticism. As well as a historic heatwave that has been hitting the US.

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Appeal to change Christchurch road name over dark history 6:40

14h ago6:40

6:40

A group of students is leading the charge to change the name of Christchurch's Rolleston Avenue, because of the dark history associated with its name sake. The Hagley College students have appealed to the city council to ditch the street name and get rid of a statue of William Rolleston. In 1881, Rolleston, the Native Affairs Minister, ordered hund…

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Flood hit communities on the Mid North Coast ramp up calls for more disaster assistance 2:08

19h ago2:08

2:08

Also; what can we expect in this afternoon's Budget? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR

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Flood hit communities on the Mid North Coast ramp up calls for more disaster assistance 2:08

19h ago2:08

2:08

Also; what can we expect in this afternoon's Budget? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR

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What can the Mid North Coast expect to see in today's Budget? 2:10

22h ago2:10

2:10

Also; Flood-hit communities continue to call for more disaster assistance See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR

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What can the Mid North Coast expect to see in today's Budget? 2:10

22h ago2:10

2:10

Also; Flood-hit communities continue to call for more disaster assistance See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR

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Designing products people trust with Robinhood’s Dheerja Kaur 29:56

14h ago29:56

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Episode web page: https://bit.ly/4l51qH3 ----------------------- Got a question? Want to recommend a guest? Or do you want to tell me how the show can be better? Send me a voice message via email at [email protected] ----------------------- In this episode of Insights Unlocked, we sit down with Dheerja Kaur, Vice President of Product Manageme…

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Asia correspondent Katie Silver 6:17

1d ago6:17

6:17

Lisa Owen is joined by our correspondent in Singapore, Katie Silver

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Five debutants and some notable omissions in All Blacks squad 3:39

1d ago3:39

3:39

Coach Scott Robertson has sprung a few surprises in the first All Blacks squad of the year, with five debutants and some notable omissions. The 33-man squad to play France in next month's three-test series was named this afternoon at the Coastal Rugby Club in South Taranaki. Rugby reporter Joe Porter has more.…

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Evening business for Monday 23 June 2025 5:24

1d ago5:24

5:24

News from the business sector, including a market report.

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Seymour warns against rushing judgement on US airstrikes against Iran 5:44

1d ago5:44

5:44

The Acting Prime Minister is warning against rushing to judgment on the United States' airstrikes on Iran, saying the rest of the world is not waiting to hear New Zealand's position. David Seymour has stepped in for Christopher Luxon at this week's post-Cabinet press conference, and he was pushed for a response on the strikes. Mr Luxon is in Europe…

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Ponsonby Road's flavour shifting to hospitality 4:09

1d ago4:09

4:09

'Queuing for brunch and browsing the shops is a rose tinted memory.' That from a Ponsonby business who say landlords are willing to let some of Ponsonby road's more well known shops empty out in order to keep the rents high. Those who still have shops there say the famous road's flavour is shifting. From being a creative hub balancing fashion and e…

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NZDF Hercules heading to Middle East to help evacuate Kiwis 8:11

1d ago8:11

8:11

A defence force hercules is on route to an undisclosed location in the Middle East, to help evacuate New Zealanders from the conflict zone if its able to. Some air space has been closed since the bombing started between Israel and Iran. The plane will remain on standby in the region to assist if and when possible. President Trump claims US stealth …

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Barber training centre in Auckland CBD offering free trims 4:03

1d ago4:03

4:03

Whether you're after a fade, slick back, perm or a buzz cut look no further - a barber training centre in the Auckland CBD is offering free trims. If you don't mind yours being the first hair the apprentice barber has ever cut, that is. Mr Barber, an NZQA approved and registered training centre, is the only Barber-specific training centre in Aotear…

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Celebrations continue after Crusaders win 4:32

1d ago4:32

4:32

The celebrations are continuing in red and black country following the Crusaders Super Rugby triumph at the weekend. Crowds are gathering in central Christchurch this afternoon to catch a glimpse of the players with the Super Rugby trophy, back in their hands after a forgettable 2024 season. Reporter Adam Burns spoke to Lisa Owen.…

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Cleaners doubling as security guards at two Waikato Hospitals 4:08

1d ago4:08

4:08

Cleaners doubling as security guards at two rural Waikato Hospitals have left staff worried about their own safety and that of patients. These are among findings in a report obtained by Checkpoint about the introduction of the scheme - which Health New Zealand calls integrated cleaning, attendant and security services - at Te Kuiti and Tokoroa hosp…

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Interislander ferry Aratere to retire in August 4:19

1d ago4:19

4:19

Tourism operators aren't sure whether they'll welcome smooth sailing or face choppy waters once the Interislander service loses one of its ferries. The Aratere retires in August, reducing the Cook Strait fleet to two until the expected arrival of new ones in 2029. KiwiRail operates the service and is confident the remaining ferries can handle the d…

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First All Black side for 2025 named 6:11

1d ago6:11

6:11

The 33-man squad was announced today at the Coastal Rugby Club in South Taranaki - home of returning Captain Scott Barrett. There were a number of other returns and some suprises in coach Scott Robertson's line-up which is set to take on France in next month's three-test series. RNZ's Jamie Wall spoke to Lisa Owen.…

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Calls for drink spiking test kits in Lyttleton 5:19

1d ago5:19

5:19

A banks pensinsula business group wants to make drink spiking test kits available at local pubs and clubs after serious concerns about womens safety were raised in an online chat group. A Lyttleton woman posted about drinking spiking on a closed facebook page prompting a flood of others to share their experiences including allegations of cat callin…

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KiwiSaver hardship withdrawals applications doubled 7:53

1d ago7:53

7:53

One of the organisations vetting KiwiSaver hardship withdrawals has said applications to dip into the retirement fund have more than doubled in the past two years. This comes as some fund managers have expressed concern about social media "how to guides" advising people to go into more debt or fudge their financials so they can crack open the retir…

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Tensions after US strikes on Iran nuclear sites 3:45

1d ago3:45

3:45

Tensions flare across the Middle East with the prospect of full-scale war between Iran, Israel and the United States looming. Iran has warned the US to brace for retalliation following its strikes on three key Iranian nuclear sites at the weekend. Meanwhile America said any attack on its personell or bases will be met with "devastating" force. The …

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A woman in her sixties charged with high range drink driving in Port Macquarie 2:07

1d ago2:07

2:07

Also; locals arranging building repairs after the floods are being urged to be on alert for unlicensed operators See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR

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A woman in her sixties charged with high range drink driving in Port Macquarie 2:07

1d ago2:07

2:07

Also; locals arranging building repairs after the floods are being urged to be on alert for unlicensed operators See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR

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Calls for fast-tracked insurance reforms to help lower premiums 2:07

2d ago2:07

2:07

Also; a warning from the NSW Building Commission to check credentials of tradies offering repairs See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR

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Calls for fast-tracked insurance reforms to help lower premiums 2:07

2d ago2:07

2:07

Also; a warning from the NSW Building Commission to check credentials of tradies offering repairs See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR

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More budget promises, plus what's on the wish list for Oxley 2:06

2d ago2:06

2:06

Also; a warning for residents arranging building repairs following the flood disaster See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR

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More budget promises, plus what's on the wish list for Oxley 2:06

2d ago2:06

2:06

Also; a warning for residents arranging building repairs following the flood disaster See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR

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TikTok Shop SECRETS: $0 to #5 US Retailer - Former Political Operative Reveals All 1:09:44

3d ago1:09:44

1:09:44

David Baker, CDO at Beekman 1802, spills the secrets behind TikTok Shop's explosive growth from political campaign tactics to beauty brand domination. From Obama's digital team strategies to becoming the #5 retailer in America, this deep dive reveals what actually works. 🔥 Key Takeaways: Why TikTok Shop beats Instagram/Facebook 10:1 in social comme…

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The Geopolitics of the Second China-Central Asia Summit 16:06

4d ago16:06

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How are Central Asian states navigating great power dynamics? The Diplomat’s Asia Geopolitics podcast hosts Ankit Panda (@nktpnd) and Katie Putz (@LadyPutz) discuss the recent China-Central Asia summit.If you’re an iOS or Mac user, you can also subscribe to The Diplomat’s Asia Geopolitics podcast on iTunes here; if you use Windows or Android, you c…

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A major budget boost for regional midwifery 2:08

5d ago2:08

2:08

Plus - Port Macquarie school bus driver denied bail over alleged possession of child abuse material See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR

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A major budget boost for regional midwifery 2:08

5d ago2:08

2:08

Plus - Port Macquarie school bus driver denied bail over alleged possession of child abuse material See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR

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Regional materntity services to get a big boost in the Budget 2:07

5d ago2:07

2:07

Also; A $164 million capital works program among the documents rubber-stamped by Port Macquarie Hastings Council last night See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR

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Regional materntity services to get a big boost in the Budget 2:07

5d ago2:07

2:07

Also; A $164 million capital works program among the documents rubber-stamped by Port Macquarie Hastings Council last night See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR

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Man charged with child abuse material offences after the search of a Port Macquarie home 2:08

5d ago2:08

2:08

Also; The touch football State of Origin kicks off in Coffs See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR

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Man charged with child abuse material offences after the search of a Port Macquarie home 2:08

5d ago2:08

2:08

Also; The touch football State of Origin kicks off in Coffs See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By LiSTNR

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Leading in Ways No One Expects | Dustin Tavella, America’s Got Talent Winner 1:01:09

5d ago1:01:09

1:01:09

What if the key to your leadership isn’t what you achieve, but how you connect? In this episode, America’s Got Talent winner Dustin Tavella shares why putting people first leads to greater impact—and how to build connections that last. Watch video and download the leader guide: https://www.life.church/leadershippodcast/leading-in-ways-no-one-expect…

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Doubts over viability of social media ban for under 16s 7:29

6d ago7:29

7:29

Australia correspondent Nick Grimm spoke to Lisa Owen about how there is fresh doubts about the viability of a planned ban on social media for those aged under 16 and the 50th anniversary of the release of the movie Jaws.

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