Best The Rural Policy Group Podcasts (2025)

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MGMA Business Solutions: Transforming Primary Care with Human-Centered AI 24:11

7h ago24:11

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In this episode of the MGMA Business Solutions Podcast, host Daniel Williams sits down with Phill Tornroth, Vice President of Engineering at Elation Health. Together, they explore the revolutionary impact of AI on primary care, discussing how technology can reduce clinician burden, streamline workflows and bring human-centered design to healthcare …

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Liz Koh: Enriched Retirement Founder on health insurance in New Zealand, if employers should pay for it 3:22

11h ago3:22

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Should your job provide health insurance coverage? There are calls for a fringe benefit tax break as a Council report reveals people are twice as likely to have car insurance than life or health. It says 78% of Kiwis pay for their own insurance, rather than employers footing the bill. Enriched Retirement Founder Liz Koh told Andrew Dickens that New…

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Gavin Grey: UK Correspondent on the John Torode allegations, future of the latest Masterchef UK season 3:31

12h ago3:31

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The future of the latest BBC MasterChef UK series is up in the air. John Torode is leaving after a report upheld allegations he used an "extremely offensive racist term". It comes after an independent report substantiated 45 of 83 allegations about the behaviour of former co-judge Gregg Wallace. UK correspondent, Gavin Grey told Andrew Dickens ther…

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Trump budget threatens college access for Oregon’s parenting students 5:30

13h ago5:30

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A federal grant that helps student parents pay for child care is on the chopping block. The grant’s elimination would make it even harder for the one in five Oregon undergraduate students who are parents to obtain a degree.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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John Harbord: Major Electricity Users' Group Chair on the proposed special economic zones 3:07

12h ago3:07

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Associate Energy Minister Shane Jones is floating the idea of special economic zones as an answer to New Zealand’s energy security. The Government's asking for feedback on its new long-term fuel strategy. The special economic zones are areas where businesses can get tailored policies on regulation, financial support, and access to infrastructure. M…

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Senate GOP ahead of first $9B rescissions package procedural vote restores funding for PEPFAR, rural public broadcasting 53:31

13h ago53:31

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Senate Republicans make changes to the rescissions bill to gain necessary Republican support ahead of the first procedural vote, restoring $400 million for PEPAR, the global anti-AIDS program and protecting funding for some rural public broadcasters; Inflation report from the Labor Dept – up 0.3% in June, an annual rate of 2.7%, highest since Febru…

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SCOTUS greenlights plan to gut Department of Education 18:42

15h ago18:42

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The Supreme Court ruled on Monday that mass layoffs at the Department of Education can move forward for now. Law professor Kate Shaw joins us to discuss what this means for President Trump's plan to dismantle the department. Then, Florida lawmaker Anna Eskamani talks about her recent visit to 'Alligator Alcatraz,' a controversial detention center i…

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Full Show Podcast: 16 July 2025 34:22

17h ago34:22

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On the Early Edition with Andrew Dickens Full Show Podcast Wednesday 16th of July 2025, The Government’s cracking down on councils - forcing them stick to their core business, Rotorua Mayor Tania Tapsell shares her thoughts. There's calls for fringe benefit tax breaks to help kiwis pay for the rising cost of health insurance, Enrich Retirement foun…

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Tania Tapsell: Rotorua Mayor on the Government wanting to scrap local councils' four well-being provisions 3:35

17h ago3:35

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The Government wants to scrap local councils' four well-being provisions. A amendment bill has been introduced to remove the social, economic, environmental and cultural wellbeing provisions from the Local Government Act, to refocus councils on their core services. The Government wants councils to give more value to ratepayers. Rotorua Mayor Tania …

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Andrew Dickens: Overreacting to the UN again 1:57

17h ago1:57

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I’m always amazed at how much credence the United Nations is given in domestic New Zealand politics. The left loves the UN pronouncements on New Zealand’s stances because if reinforces their view that we’ve got much to feel guilty about. Meanwhile the right somehow believes that the UN can supersede our sovereignty and is an enemy to be repelled at…

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Kate Sutton: Deloitte Future of Auckland Lead on the State of the City report 3:25

1d ago3:25

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A turning point for Auckland. The third annual State of the City report has been released, showing how we compare on a global scale. It highlights strengths in sustainability, resilience, and culture, but says we lag behind in prosperity, skills, and innovation development. Deloitte’s Future of Auckland Lead Kate Sutton told Andrew Dickens that Auc…

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President Trump threatens 100% secondary tariffs on Russia's trading partners unless there is a ceasefire in the war in Ukraine in 50 days 41:54

1d ago41:54

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President Trump is upping the ante with Russia to end its war with Ukraine. He made two announcements today: First--100 percent tariffs on any country that trades with Russia, unless a cease-fire is reached within in 50 days. And second---a deal with NATO members to send weapons to Ukraine. This comes as a bipartisan Senate bill that puts sanctions…

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Andrew Dickens: The great polytech flip-flop we’re all paying for 2:04

1d ago2:04

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Here we go again. The polytechs that were centralised by the last government are going to be de-centralised by the current mob. It's not quite back to the future because it won't be the same as we had before the politicians started tinkering. There will now be ten polytechs run locally, six others will have to prove their financial viability, but i…

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MAGA outcry as attorney general says Jeffrey Epstein had no 'client list' 21:20

1d ago21:20

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Attorney General Pam Bondi released a two-page memo stating that convicted sex offender Jefferey Epstein did not have an incriminating "client list." After Epstein's death in 2019, he became the subject of conspiracy theories, bolstered by conservative leaders including Trump himself. CNN's Donie O'Sullivan explains more. And, a U.S. citizen was ki…

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Full Show Podcast: 15 July 2025 34:27

1d ago34:27

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On the Early Edition with Andrew Dickens Full Show Podcast Tuesday 15th of July 2025, Secondary Principals Council Chair and Aotea College Principal Kate Gainsford joins Andrew Dickens to discuss the number of students passing the NCEA literacy and numeracy co-requisite tests slowly on the rise. Dr Sandra Grey, National Secretary of the Tertiary Ed…

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Kate Gainsford: Secondary Principals Council Chair on NCEA result improvements 3:39

1d ago3:39

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Concerns we're narrowing the focus too much in the push to improve literacy and numeracy rates. Small improvements were seen on last year with 57% of NCEA students achieving the numeracy standard, 61% achieving the reading standard and 55% achieving the writing standard. Secondary Principals Council Chair, Kate Gainsford told Andrew Dickens the foc…

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Revived clinic brings hope to Sheridan, but Medicaid cuts threaten its future 5:31

2d ago5:31

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Revived clinic brings hope to Sheridan, but Medicaid cuts threaten its futureBy Oregon Public Broadcasting

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MGMA Member Spotlight: Linda Carroll on MGMA's Resource Group for AAPI Healthcare Leaders 26:52

2d ago26:52

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In this episode of the MGMA Member Spotlight podcast, host Daniel Williams talks with Linda Carroll, a certified medical practice executive and co-facilitator of MGMA’s AAPI Healthcare Leaders Resource Group. The discussion explores Linda’s work and life in Alaska, the value of resource groups, and the importance of culturally responsive leadership…

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John Duffy: Chief Executive of Consumer New Zealand discusses open letter to Parliament 4:04

3d ago4:04

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Over the weekend, a group of well-known organizations published an open letter to the Prime Minister. Organizations like the EMA, 2degrees and Consumer New Zealand all signed the letter calling for the government to reform the energy sector. Chief Executive of Consumer New Zealand John Duffy said that the government needs to have a fast, but measur…

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Full Show Podcast: 14 July 2025 34:26

3d ago34:26

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On the Early Edition with Andrew Dickens Full Show Podcast Monday 14th of July 2025, Act's Tertiary Education Spokesperson Dr Parmjeet Parmar shares her thoughts on a new plan from the government to double the amount international students contribute to our economy to $7.2 billion by 2034. A group of well-known organisations have written an open le…

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Dr Parmjeet Parmar: Act Tertiary Education Spokesperson on plan to boost international student numbers 2:21

3d ago2:21

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The Government's unveiling new initiatives in hopes of doubling the international education sector. Education Minister Erica Stanford wants it to contribute 7.2 billion dollars to the economy by 2034. The Government's plan begins with expanding work rights to all tertiary students in approved exchange programmes. It's also allowing eligible student…

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Andrew Dickens: We Want Less Bureaucracy—Until We Don't 2:02

3d ago2:02

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I find it ironic that the government and the electorate are once a gain keen on getting rid of some of the layers of our council bureaucracy. First NZ First’s Shane Jones publicly questioned the role of regional councils, pondering whether “there’s going to be a compelling case for regional government to continue to exist”. Then Prime Minister Chri…

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In pet-friendly Bend, a century-old parade celebrates (almost) all sorts of critters 4:26

4d ago4:26

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What was once a free-for-all animal extravaganza in the streets of the Central Oregon city now has some rules — and a kangaroo.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Weekend Edition: Medicaid Provisions in One Big Beautiful Bill Act, Tariff Deadline Extended, and Young Progressives in Public Office 33:49

4d ago33:49

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In this weekend's episode, three segments from this past week's Washington Journal. First, a discussion about Medicaid provisions in the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act," with Paragon Health Institute's Ryan Long and Center for Economic and Policy Research's Brandon Novick. Then, Politico trade reporter Daniel Desrochers discusses President Trump pushi…

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President Trump says, 'I've never seen anything like it," as he & First Lady survey deadly flood damage in Kerrville, TX 52:07

5d ago52:07

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President Donald Trump & First Lady Melania Trump travel to Kerrville, Texas to see firsthand the damage from the catastrophic floods that killed at least 120 in the state's Hill Country, with another 170 still missing, meeting with first responders and local officials and promising help to recover and rebuild; federal judge in Maryland indicates s…

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Barbara Kingsolver on the history of addiction and poverty in Appalachia 16:01

5d ago16:01

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In her novel "Demon Copperhead," author Barbara Kingsolver tells the story of poverty and addiction in contemporary Appalachia. Here & Now's Scott Tong spoke with her back in 2022 when the book came out. Tong caught up with Kingsolver in western Virginia to talk about the power of home, poverty and addiction. Learn more about sponsor message choice…

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MGMA Week in Review: Healthcare Policy, Rural Hospital Challenges, and Private Practice Growth 15:19

5d ago15:19

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On this episode of the MGMA Week in Review podcast, hosts Daniel Williams and Colleen Luckett dive into key updates shaping medical group practices. They explore how healthcare leaders—especially Chief Nursing Officers—are becoming central to advocacy efforts, examine the mounting pressures on rural hospitals, and break down how real estate decisio…

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Jason Pine: Weekend Sport Host ahead of the second All Blacks test against France 3:46

5d ago3:46

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All Blacks coach Scott Robertson is determined to have more success in the air against France during Saturday's second test in Wellington. The French aerial assault often caught the ABs on the hop in the narrow first test win, an area Robertson says the All Blacks have been tidying up in practice. Weekend Sport Host Jason Pine told Andew Dickens th…

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Roger Beaumont: Banking Association CEO on the Anti-Scam Alliance 3:40

5d ago3:40

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A belief all sectors will need to step up to deal with online scammers. The new Anti-Scam Alliance brings together government agencies, banks, telcos, digital platforms, and consumer groups. The task force will share data about scams to shut them down in real time. Banking Association chief executive Roger Beaumont says it will make a difference if…

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Federal judge blocks birthright citizenship Exec Order by certifying class-action suit; Senate advances first judicial nomination of Pres. Trump's 2nd term; FBI HQ location fight upends Senate spending ... 51:36

6d ago51:36

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Federal judge blocks President Trump's executive order ending birthright citizenship nationwide by certifying a class action lawsuit; Senate takes up the first judicial nomination of the second Trump Administration, passing a procedural vote for Whitney Hermandorfer to be a federal appeals court judge for the 6th Circuit; Supreme Court Justice Keta…

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Houses of worship can now endorse candidates. What are the implications? 26:00

6d ago26:00

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Prominent evangelical Christian thinker Ed Stetzer talks about a legal settlement reached this week between the Internal Revenue Service and the National Religious Broadcasters organization that allows houses of worship and other nonprofits to endorse political candidates without losing their tax-exempt status. Then, Ricky Pruitt of the Kerrville C…

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Full Show Podcast: 11 July 2025 34:31

6d ago34:31

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On the Early Edition with Andrew Dickens Full Show Podcast Friday 11th of July 2025, the Government's going to address the country's scamming issues head on with a anti-scam alliance, NZ Banking Association Chief Executive Roger Beaumont, tells Andrew Dickens the difference it will make. The All Blacks are taking on France this weekend in Wellingto…

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Mark Smith: ASB Senior Economist on new migration numbers 3:26

6d ago3:26

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New migration numbers may be painting a bleak picture of our economy. New Zealand saw it's highest net migration loss to Australia in the year to December in more than a decade - with 30 thousand leaving. Overall net migration for the May 2025 year levelled out at a gain of just under 15 thousand. But ASB Senior Economist Mark Smith told Andrew Dic…

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Andrew Dickens: Another poll, same discontent, Winston still standing 2:06

6d ago2:06

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Another poll. Another rush of fevered opinion, and yet still so far away from an election. The poll business is booming. Once upon a time we had just the two TV networks in the game, but now they’ve been joined by others. Keeping the opinion writers in business and politics as the leading news driver in this country. So this one was paid for by the…

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How to Stand Up and Be Counted with Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton 32:08

6d ago32:08

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In this week’s episode, NewDEAL CEO Debbie Cox Bultan speaks with Illinois Lieutenant Governor and U.S. Senate Candidate Juliana Stratton. They discuss how the Pritzker-Stratton administration has improved healthcare and unemployment, and how they've built a balanced budget that will help carry Illinois into a brighter future. Stratton talks about …

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Leigh Hodgetts: Finance and Mortgage Association Country Manager on the Reserve Bank holding the OCR 2:35

6d ago2:35

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Mortgage-holders will be holding their breath in after yesterday's OCR announcement. The Reserve Bank's opted to keep the Official Cash Rate unchanged at 3.25% while signalling the possibility of further cuts. But new ASB research suggests interest rates remain volatile, with several opposing forces at play. Finance and Mortgage Association Country…

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Joy Keene: Game Development Association Executive Director on the impact of the rebate 3:21

6d ago3:21

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A tax rebate scheme's helped boost the number of people employed in the video game sector by more than 20%. The four-year, $160 million Game Development Sector Rebate allows eligible studios to claim back 20% of their spend. Forty studios will receive a share of $22.4 million this year, for its second year. Game Development Association Executive Di…

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Senate confirms FAA Admin.; Joe Biden's former White House doctor declines to answer House GOP's mental fitness questions 51:49

7d ago51:49

51:49

Senate confirms Bryan Bedford to be FAA Administrator; President's nominee for NOAA Administrator, Neil Jacobs, promises at a Senate confirmation hearing to fully staff the National Weather Service, after the deadly floods in Texas; former White House physician Dr. Kevin O'Connor refuses to answer questions before the House Oversight Committee in t…

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How emergency warning systems work 19:58

7d ago19:58

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Flooding in central Texas turned deadly in a matter of minutes. Erik Nielsen, assistant professor at Texas A&M University, explains how warning systems can make a difference in extreme weather events. And, the Trump administration's new spending bill includes changes to Medicaid that will play out over the next few years. Todd Eppler, the CEO of a …

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Full Show Podcast: 10 July 2025 34:06

7d ago34:06

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On the Early Edition with Andrew Dickens Full Show Podcast Thursday 10th of July 2025, the Reserve Bank kept the OCR at 3.25%, Finance and Mortgages Association country Manager Leigh Hodgetts tells Andrew Dickens what this means for mortgages. Our video game sector is having a major boom due to a government tax rebate, NZ Game Developers Associatio…

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Richard Kempthorne: Rural Support's Top of the South chair on beneficiaries helping with flood clean up in Tasman and Marlborough 3:46

7d ago3:46

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The Rural Support Trust believes beneficiaries will make a difference to the flooding clean-up in the upper South Island. The Government's activated a beneficiary task force in Tasman and Marlborough, to support those affected by severe weather. Tasman has 600 work-ready beneficiaries. Rural Support's Top of the South chair, Richard Kempthorne told…

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Andrew Dickens: The Reserve Bank and the Government need to work in tandem 1:59

7d ago1:59

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For a while now I’ve been thinking that the Reserve bank and the Government are working at cross purposes for the country. Yesterday the Reserve Bank kept the OCR at the same rate it’s at. The reason: increasing inflation and little or no growth in GDP. Now the Government has an agenda of growth, growth, growth. So reduced interest rates could help…

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MGMA Business Solutions: Streamlining Post-Acute Care Coordination 22:16

7d ago22:16

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In this episode of the MGMA Business Solutions Podcast, host Daniel Williams sits down with Kate Warnock and Maja Vojnovic from Forcura to explore the challenges medical practices face in post-acute care documentation and coordination. The conversation reveals insights from a recent survey that highlights the administrative burdens practices experi…

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President Trump at Cabinet meeting says Aug 1 tariff deadline is firm; also talks Texas flooding, Ukraine, Gaza, Epstein files 52:53

8d ago52:53

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President Donald Trump held an hour and 45 minutes cabinet meeting during which he said the new August 1st date when tariff levels he isimposing on other countries are to take effect will not be extended, compared Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) to "Saturday Night Live" character of "The Pathological Liar" after Sen. Schumer called for …

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Oregon has a massive new wave energy testing facility. But who is going to use it? 5:18

8d ago5:18

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Oregon’s PacWave testing facility is now complete — but delays and cuts to federal funding for renewable energy development could impact its future.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Andrew Dickens: Hipkins needs to front up and face the heat 2:03

8d ago2:03

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Chris Hipkins was on with Kerre Woodham yesterday, as well as with Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW, and he talked about the Covid inquiry – insinuating it was slanted against Labour because New Zealand First is now part of a National government and had drawn up the scope of the inquiry to benefit them. It also came out that he has drafted written respons…

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Catherine Beard: BusinessNZ Advocacy Director on the Government's first AI strategy 4:25

8d ago4:25

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Hopes a move to boost New Zealand's use of AI will get small businesses on board. Science Minister Shane Reti's announced the Government's first strategy for using Artificial Intelligence to reduce barriers to adoption and promote responsible use. He says it could lift our GDP $76 billion by 2038. BusinessNZ Advocacy Director Catherine Beard told A…

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Paula Southgate: Hamilton Mayor on the French Rugby team not staying in the city before the test 3:35

8d ago3:35

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Hamilton's not losing sleep over the French rugby team's decision to snub the city. The Les Bleus are basing themselves in Auckland for as long as possible before the third test against the All Blacks in Waikato next week. A spokesperson says the team prefer the facilities in Auckland. Hamilton Mayor Paula Southgate told Andrew Dickens the city doe…

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Sharon Zollner: ANZ Chief Economist ahead of today's OCR announcement 3:21

8d ago3:21

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The Reserve Bank's expected to press pause on the Official Cash Rate this afternoon, but that's not it's only option. The OCR's sitting at 3.2% after six consecutive rates reductions since last August. Mortgage rates have followed it down over that time, falling to about 5%. ANZ Chief economist Sharon Zollner told Andrew Dickens a 25-basis-point cu…

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Gavin Grey: UK Correspondent on French President Emmanuel Macron's visit to the UK 3:36

8d ago3:36

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The red carpet's been rolled out for French President Emmanuel Macron for his first visit to the UK since Brexit. The three-day visit marks his first time there since 2008. Macron and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer are set to hold meetings this week, expecting 'good progress' on issues like illegal migration. UK and Europe correspondent Gavin Grey …

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