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After 30 years fronting other people’s brands across TV, radio, and newspapers, Duncan Garner is finally in charge. Welcome to his podcast - Duncan Garner: Editor in Chief.

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    The Reality Of Child Poverty In New Zealand | Susan Glasgow

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2025 13:23


    Child poverty in New Zealand is the focus of this episode of Duncan Garner: Editor in Chief as Duncan speaks with Susan Glasgow from Variety, the children's charity supporting kids living in hardship across the country.Variety's sponsorship programme helps children aged 5 to 18 with the basics many families struggle to afford. That includes school uniforms, stationery, clothing, and essential items that help kids feel included and supported at school and in their communities.As Christmas approaches, the pressure on families intensifies. Many caregivers are already stretched and facing impossible choices between food, bills, and presents. Duncan and his guest talk frankly about the growing need during this time of year and how Variety's Christmas appeal aims to ease some of that burden.The conversation also highlights the commitment of sponsors, the resilience of the children, and the real-world impact that consistent support can make. It's a grounded, practical discussion about how communities can step up and help. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSypyI8wbnZgJDYY0VCdwJQ/join Get in touch with Duncan - duncan@rova.nz and join us on the socials. Website: https://www.rova.nz/podcasts/duncan-garner-editor-in-chief-live Instagram: @DuncanGarnerpodcast TikTok: @DuncanGarnerpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    New Zealand Retail Is Struggling And Here's Why

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2025 17:55


    New Zealand retail is under serious pressure, and in this episode of Duncan Garner: Editor in Chief, Duncan speaks with Carolyn Young from Retail NZ about what's really happening on the ground.Carolyn explains why the last few years have felt like a three year recession for retailers, with rising costs, higher rents, increased insurance, and falling consumer spending. Even when shops look busy, customers are buying cheaper items and fewer products, a trend known as the lipstick effect.They discuss why CBDs in Auckland and Wellington are struggling, how working from home has drained foot traffic, and why cruise ships and office workers matter more than people realise. Carolyn also breaks down why buying offshore hurts the local economy, and why shopping in New Zealand stores keeps jobs and protections in place.The episode covers interest rates, job security fears, changing shopping habits, and what needs to happen for confidence to return.Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSypyI8wbnZgJDYY0VCdwJQ/join Get in touch with Duncan - duncan@rova.nz and join us on the socials. Website: https://www.rova.nz/podcasts/duncan-garner-editor-in-chief-live Instagram: @DuncanGarnerpodcast TikTok: @DuncanGarnerpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    REVEALED: Erica Stanford On Social Media Ban Before 2027 Election

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2025 22:54


    Duncan sits down with Education Minister Erica Stanford for a straight-up conversation about what's gone wrong in our schools and what's finally being done to fix it. From the state of maths and literacy to why thousands of kids are leaving school without qualifications, Erica lays out the reforms already underway. New curricula, textbooks back in classrooms, an hour of maths a day, and tens of thousands of teachers retrained to teach the basics properly. They also dig into the phone ban, student behaviour, truancy, and the next big move on social media and under-16s. It's a blunt, sometimes uncomfortable discussion about failure, responsibility, and why getting kids learning properly early actually changes everything. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Jevon McSkimmg:Only Nine Months Home Detention for 3,000 Objectionable Images?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2025 48:56


    A former high-ranking police officer avoids jail after being caught with thousands of horrific images on his work computer. Duncan asks how a four and a half year sentence turns into a nine month holiday at home. Plus, the team wraps the year by digging into a "rogue" election poll and the confusing money trail surrounding Willie Jackson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    When Charities Become Personal

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2025 16:06


    The alleged misappropriation of taxpayer money by the Māori Trust under the leadership of John Tamihere. He questions the lack of oversight and transparency after Tamihere receives a $385,000 loan for a political campaign, then later receives the same amount as a bonus to pay it back. The episode calls on government departments, regulators, and the media to step up and restore public trust. Garner also reflects on the overwhelming positive response to his recent interview with Shubz, highlighting the growing appetite for fresh voices that are willing to call out injustice, challenge the status quo, and push for unity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Bill English on NZ's Economic Future

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2025 40:52


    In this episode of the Duncan Garner Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Duncan Garner discusses David Seymour's plan to reignite the treaty principles debate in the 2026 election year, arguing it's a strategic move to address public unease over race relations in New Zealand. Garner is joined by former Finance Minister and Prime Minister Bill English to discuss the current political and economic climate, including the challenges of managing the national budget, the housing market, and public spending. Bill English offers insights into the evolving political landscape and the importance of effective governance amid growing financial constraints. The episode also highlights the role of media, both state-funded and independent, in shaping public opinion and political discourse. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Shubz: Calling Out Māori Political Figures And Power Structures

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2025 38:19


    The media landscape has changed forever, and trust has gone with it. On the podcast, Duncan sits down with Shubz, a digital creator who's built a following by calling out corruption, hypocrisy, and misuse of power, regardless of who's involved. Shubz talks openly about his upbringing, identity, and why he refuses to stay silent when taxpayer money is misused or when truth gets buried under ideology. From calling out Māori organisations and political figures to pushing back on lazy accusations of racism, this is a conversation about accountability and courage. The discussion also looks ahead to Shubz's upcoming hikoi, focused on unity, healing, and community rather than anger or division. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    REVEALED: Willie Jackson and Labour ROCKED By MUMA Bullying Claims

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2025 30:29


    Willie Jackson, the Manukau Urban Māori Authority, and 19 personal grievance cases now before the Employment Relations Authority. This episode of Duncan Garner: Editor in Chief breaks down a fast-moving and explosive political story. Duncan is joined by veteran trade unionist Matt McCarten, who is representing workers alleging bullying and unsafe workplace behaviour at MUMA. 19 workers have taken the extraordinary step of filing grievances at the same time, after months of failed attempts to resolve the issues internally. The conversation examines the role of MUMA CEO Tania Rangiheuea, and the involvement of her husband, Labour list MP Willie Jackson. Why was a union representative trespassed? Why were workers afraid to put their names to documents? And why, after warnings, did the matter escalate to court? With millions of dollars of public funding involved and senior political figures drawn into the dispute, Duncan argues the real damage may lie not just in the allegations, but in how they have been handled. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Shubz Exposes Willie Jackson And John Tamihere

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2025 44:36


    Tonight on the podcast... KING Homeboy give a little https://givealittle.co.nz/cause/king-home-boy-whip-round Stuff article from dec5: https://www.stuff.co.nz/nz-news/360910267/hip-hop-champ-hits-mute-beatboxing-after-brain-surgery Shubz on Willie Jackson and John Tamihere, Nicola Willis vs Ruth Richardson, and Chris Bishop's RMA reforms — a massive week in New Zealand politics and media, and Duncan's got the whole thing laid out. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSypyI8wbnZgJDYY0VCdwJQ/join Get in touch with Duncan - duncan@rova.nz and join us on the socials. Website: https://www.rova.nz/podcasts/duncan-garner-editor-in-chief-live Instagram: @DuncanGarnerpodcast TikTok: @DuncanGarnerpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Westpac BLINDSIDES Kiwis With a Mortgage Rate Shock

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2025 28:15


    Westpac has stunned everyone. The Reserve Bank cuts the OCR, the government does a victory lap promising relief is finally coming, and then Westpac sprints out of the blocks with a mortgage rate hike. Kiwis are on their knees, desperate for a break, and the bank that holds the government contract is the first to crank rates up. You honestly couldn't make this stuff up. This episode, we call it exactly as we see it, then bring in economist Ed McKnight to explain what's really going on. Ed breaks down why wholesale funding costs have jumped, why Westpac moved before anyone else, and whether the other banks are about to follow. He also maps out where rates might head next and how long the brief low-rate window really lasted. Plus, we dig into spending trends, business confidence, and why sentiment is shifting even before mortgage rates fall for everyone. It's a big chat, and it's one you shouldn't miss. Find every episode and discover your next favourite podcast on the rova app or rova.nz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Nicola Willis' Unnecessary Challenge of Ruth Richardson: This Will Backfire!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2025 31:06


    Nicola Willis has walked straight into a political trap, and tonight we get into why it matters. The finance minister didn't just respond to a provocation from the Taxpayers' Union and Ruth Richardson, she elevated them, turning a sideshow into a headline feud. We break down why that was a rookie mistake, and what she should have done instead. Then Chris Bishop joins us to unpack the biggest RMA shake-up in 30 years. He explains how the new system could cut consent times, strip out pointless red tape and finally make it faster and cheaper to build in New Zealand. Bishop talks land costs, simplified zones, digital planning, fast-track projects and the potential for real economic growth if we get this right. Plus we read your messages on government waste, council rates, and the frustration many feel about firearms rules. It's a lively one. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    National Surges as The Left Collapses in New Poll

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2025 21:29


    This one might just be the poll that flips the script. National's finally seeing results after a long, flat year, Labour's had a bump too, and the left… well, that's another story altogether. The Greens face-plant, Te Pāti Māori collapses to 1 per cent, and voters look like they've simply walked away. We dig into why this shift matters, how economic optimism is creeping back in, and why Christopher Luxon suddenly has a bit more spring in his step. Duncan's blunt about the mess inside Te Pāti Māori, and pollster David Farrar joins us to make sense of the numbers, the mood, and what this might mean heading into next year. Find every episode and discover your next favourite podcast on the rova app or rova.nz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The Housing Deal That Favours Iwi - Is This Unfair?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 39:37


    We've seen some wild housing stories over the years, but this one takes the cake. In today's episode, we break down the quiet Kāinga Ora deal that handed almost 20 state houses to Tainui for $10 million… and then locked every non-iwi Kiwi out of buying them. No tender. No open market. No chance for anyone else. Duncan unpacks why this long-standing treaty clause is suddenly being used at scale, why it's stirring real anger, and what it means for home ownership, fairness, and the idea of one New Zealand. Then our panel - Ashley Church and Rawdon Christie - jump in to debate whether this is racial division or simply a treaty promise being honoured. We also get into Andrew Coster's fight for credibility, the year's political winners and losers, and the moments that truly shaped 2024. Find every episode and discover your next favourite podcast on the rova app or rova.nz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    National's Spending Claims vs Reality: Duncan Breaks It Down

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2025 40:54


    Are we actually getting the truth about the state of New Zealand's finances? Today we dig into what the government says it's cutting, what it's really spending, and why the numbers simply don't stack up. Net debt is rising, weekly borrowing continues, and the tough calls we were promised still haven't shown up. Ashley and Maurice jump in with their usual firepower, breaking down everything from the cost blowouts to the Treasury warnings keeping people awake at night. We also look at next week's massive RMA reforms, which could genuinely shift the dial for housing if the government gets them right. But who wins, who loses, and why is farming carved out for now? Plus, Maurice unleashes on rates caps, traffic management madness and the staggering cost of bureaucracy that punishes ratepayers. It's a session full of straight talk, sharp numbers and zero spin. Find every episode and discover your next favourite podcast on the rova app or rova.nz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The True Cost of Former Police Boss Andrew Coster's Exit

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2025 12:02


    Andrew Coster's exit should've been simple. Instead, we've ended up paying for a slow, messy departure that highlights everything broken about accountability inside the public service. Today we break down what really happened behind the scenes, how Coster fought to stay on full pay, and why his golden handshake feels like an insult to taxpayers and to the woman failed by police leadership. We dig into the IPCA findings, the culture that protected senior officers, and the decision to keep paying Coster even after the writing was on the wall. And the big question that should have everyone rattled: why has the door been left open for him to return? Find every episode and discover your next favourite podcast on the rova app or rova.nz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    David Seymour and the School Lunch Backfire That Blew Up

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2025 16:38


    This one has everything. Politics, pressure, and a school lunch saga that went seriously sideways. Today we unpack the spectacular backfire that's dominated the headlines, after principal Peggy Burrows tried to pin spoiled lunches on David Seymour's free school meals programme… except the facts didn't land where she hoped. We run through what actually happened, why the provider's records tell a totally different story, and how a stack of week-old meals left sitting at the school turned into a national spectacle. Then, David jumps in from the back of a car heading through the Waterview Tunnel to explain the investigation, the delivery logs, and why millions of lunches have gone out without issue. Another big day on Editor in Chief. Let's get into it. Find every episode and discover your next favourite podcast on the rova app or rova.nz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Rates Cap Flop! National's Masterclass In Being Useless

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2025 40:34


    We knew the rates cap was coming, but no one expected the government to drag it out this long. On today's episode, we dive into the plan to finally rein in council rate hikes… in 2029. That's six years after National took office. People need relief right now, not in the next political lifetime. Duncan reckons it's a great policy torpedoed by hopeless timing, and Jordan Williams from the Taxpayers' Union joins us to break down why councils are already licking their chops. With spending up, payrolls swelling, and some councils proposing record increases, the delay effectively gives them three years to pump rates even higher. We also get into the government's wider economic credibility, the slow-walked reforms, Nicola Willis' spending story, and whether this National-led government is sleepwalking toward becoming a one-term wonder. Find out why Duncan says this delay is nothing short of a masterclass in political uselessness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The 'Dire State' of NZ's Hospitals and Luxon's Homeless 'Move On' Rules

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2025 36:37


    We've got a Code Blue on our hands. Today we dive into the explosive claims from a senior health leader who says our hospitals are so stretched they'd be treated like a patient in full emergency mode. We talk about why Kiwi-trained nurses are being left on the bench while overseas staff walk straight into jobs, and why the system feels like it's working against its own people. Chris Luxon also gives the green light to move-on orders for Auckland's homeless, and the team unpacks whether the plan is workable or just wishful thinking. Then we check in on Labour's conference, their “ready to govern” pitch, and the policies that look good on paper but come without the numbers to back them. Plus, Duncan shares a private nursing job opportunity for anyone keen to put their skills to use. Big stories, big opinions, and plenty to chew on. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Nursing Crisis: Why NZ Grads Can't Get Jobs In Our Hospitals

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2025 38:46


    It makes no sense at all. We are crying out for nurses yet freezing out the ones we just trained. Duncan asks why we are pushing young talent to Australia when our hospitals are desperate. Plus the media ignores a massive win in maths because it doesn't fit the negative vibe. And is the PM actually in trouble? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Our Audience Picks a New National Party Leader

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2025 13:26


    This one kicked off with a simple question: if Christopher Luxon really was facing a leadership challenge, who would you want running the National Party? So we put it to our YouTube audience, and nearly a thousand of you delivered a fascinating result. Chris Bishop edged out Erica Stanford by just a single point, with Luxon miles back and Nicola Willis taking a real hammering. Duncan digs into why Bishop and Stanford are resonating right now, what each brings to the table, and why Luxon's position suddenly looks a whole lot more fragile than the Beehive might like to admit. We talk momentum, credibility, and the difference between being a fixer and being a leader who can move the country. There's also your feedback on New Zealand's strange lack of mandatory third-party insurance, plus a few thoughts on why consequences on our roads feel far too soft. Another sharp, punchy episode of Editor in Chief. Find every episode and discover your next favourite podcast on the rova app or rova.nz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Ludicrous Hauraki Gulf Fishing Ban And NZ's Illicit Tobacco Surge

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2025 39:55


    This one's a powder keg. Duncan takes aim at the government's overhaul of the Hauraki Gulf, where so-called high protection areas somehow still allow commercial operators and Māori customary fishers in… while shutting out everyday recreational fishers. It's a setup that feels unequal, looks unequal, and is being sold as “protection” even though the sea only gets half of it. And heading into summer, Duncan reckons the backlash is going to be massive. Then, we shift gears into another slow-burning problem - illicit tobacco. Duncan talks with illicit tobacco expert Rohan Pike, who warns that New Zealand is heading down the same path as Australia, with organised crime flooding the market, excise revenue disappearing, and violence likely to follow if nothing changes. Find every episode and discover your next favourite podcast on the rova app or rova.nz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Luxon's Leadership Wobbles And TOP Leader Qiulae Wong

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2025 39:12


    Questions around a coup to roll National leader and Prime Minister Christopher Luxon have been swirling. When a first-term PM is already denying leadership moves, things aren't exactly humming. Duncan gets into what's real, what's noise, and why National insiders are quietly asking when, not if, the pressure really lands. Then, he sits down with Qiulae Wong, the brand-new leader of The Opportunity Party. She's a mum of two, comes from the business world, and freely admits she never set out to be a politician. Now, she's aiming to drag TOP to the 5 per cent threshold with a tax package she calls transformative, including land value tax, a citizens' income, and a pitch to break the political mud-wrestling that's turned voters off both Labour and National. Find every episode and discover your next favourite podcast on the rova app or rova.nz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    New Zealand's Plasma Shortage: The Urgent Call to Donate

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2025 14:31


    New Zealand's plasma supply is under pressure, with demand for lifesaving plasma-based treatments rising sharply. Duncan Garner speaks with NZ Blood's Scott Sinclair about the growing reliance on imported American plasma, and the risk that poses if overseas supply tightens. A new plasma-focused centre on Constellation Drive aims to boost donations, but New Zealand still needs thousands more regular donors to reach self-sufficiency. The message is clear: donate now, because the life you save could be someone you love. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Christopher Luxon FINALLY Goes Big With KiwiSaver Shake Up

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2025 40:51


    Christopher Luxon has finally swung for something big, and tonight we get stuck into what his KiwiSaver overhaul really means. After months of beige policy and quiet corridors, the Prime Minister has dropped a long term plan to lift contributions to a combined 12 per cent. It's ambitious, it's overdue, and it's got everyone talking. We break down why Luxon's suddenly found his spine, whether this is smart economics or pure desperation, and what it means for workers, employers, and anyone trying to retire before they're 90. On the panel Ashley Church and Rawdon Christie jump in with insight, history, and a few home truths about where this might land. Plus, Duncan has exclusive details you won't hear anywhere else. A rates cap is coming before Christmas and regional councils look set for the axe. Big moves. Big implications. And very big questions for a government trying to climb back in the fight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Winston Peters Throws a Grenade and National's Scary Polls

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2025 37:00


    Winston Peters has detonated the week's political story, promising to repeal the government's new Regulatory Standards Bill. ACT's David Seymour instantly shouted that Winston is eyeing up Labour. Really? We dig through what's real, what's theatre, and what's pure Winston. Spoiler: it's mostly Winston being Winston. Duncan breaks down how this bill really came about, why ACT demanded it, and why National never cared much for it in the first place. We look at what this means heading into the next election cycle, and why coalition partners are already positioning themselves for 2026. Maurice Williamson and Ashley Church join Duncan on the panel, to explain what's actually in the bill, why it has barely any teeth, and why the conspiracy theories swirling around it are miles off. Then we dive into the brutal Ipsos polling, the Greens' mining shocker, the state of the public service, and the crumbling trust in mainstream media. Find every episode and discover your next favourite podcast on the rova app or rova.nz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    David Seymour On Economic Recovery And Political Blame Game

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2025 22:27


    On the podcast, we get stuck into the big question everyone's asking - how long can this government keep blaming the last one? David Seymour joins us to talk through the state of the economy, why the recovery feels so slow, and why voters seem to have run out of patience. We dig into whether Labour really left the cupboard bare, or whether National and Co. raised expectations too high and too fast. David fronts up on spending, confidence, and the very real pressure small businesses are still under. He also lays out why he thinks proposals from the Greens could spook investment and slow things down even further. Find every episode and discover your next favourite podcast on the rova app or rova.nz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Greens Mining Policy Is Economic Sabotage, Pure and Simple

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2025 23:54


    The Greens' new mining policy isn't just bold. Duncan calls it what it is - reckless economic sabotage. In today's episode, he breaks down exactly what it would mean if a future government tore up mining permits that companies had already spent years and millions securing. Investor confidence falls through the floor, regions lose jobs, and Kiwi workers head to Australia because the opportunities here get pulled out from under them. New Zealand First's Shane Jones joins the show to unpack the scale of the damage, from constitutional overreach to the reality of what foreign investors are saying behind closed doors. If the Greens want to scare off capital before projects even start, Duncan argues, this is exactly how to do it. We also hear from a government worker offering rare insight into real public sector cuts, despite claims to the contrary. It's all part of a bigger question - how do we build anything in this country, when every long-term project becomes a political football? Find every episode and discover your next favourite podcast on the rova app or rova.nz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    National's Wake Up Call As Labour Hits Back

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2025 45:35


    The latest Ipsos Issues Monitor has smacked National clean in the face, and Duncan is fired up. This isn't just a bad poll. It's voters across the country saying they're worse off, still struggling with the basics, and not buying what National's selling. A 3.9 out of 10 performance score is more than rough. It's a warning shot. Ani O'Brien joins Duncan to unpack why cost of living sits at the top of the pile, why National's messaging has never landed, and how Labour is somehow looking more trustworthy on the economy despite the mess it left behind. We get into leadership questions, the lack of tough decisions, the frustration of half measures, and whether Chris Luxon's team is actually hearing what people are saying. There's also a look at crime, policing, the Greens' latest missteps, and the brutal political reality heading into 2026. If National doesn't get moving fast, voters won't wait around. Find every episode and discover your next favourite podcast on the rova app or rova.nz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Te Pāti Māori Is Unravelling and John Tamihere's At the Centre

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2025 44:30


    Te Pāti Māori is in free fall. That is the only honest way to describe what has happened inside the party this week. The sackings of two MPs look unconstitutional, the process looks stitched up, and dozens of people who should have voted never even had the chance. Members have contacted us directly and their message is clear: the party has been swallowed by one man's network. Today Duncan breaks down the tangled web around John Tamihere, the family links, the work connections, and the extraordinary level of influence running through almost every layer of the party. When the president's relatives, employees and loyalists sit across key seats and national council positions, how democratic is the process really? We look at why this matters, why the expulsions may not stand up to scrutiny, and why some inside the movement are now calling for JT to step aside before the whole project collapses. Plus, we hear from listeners frustrated by the state of frontline services, from hospitals to basic safety. This is a moment of reckoning for Te Pāti Māori. The question now is whether the party survives the storm. Find every episode and discover your next favourite podcast on the rova app or rova.nz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Labour Jumps National in the Polls?! And a BRUTAL Week For NZ Police

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2025 48:15


    Duncan unpacks a brutal week for New Zealand Police and digs into a new Talbot poll showing Labour unexpectedly edging ahead of National, shifting the political mood. He argues the government is losing trust through over-promising and under-delivering, while Labour suddenly has momentum to convert. Ashley Church and Maurice Williamson join the panel to analyse the fallout. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Dissecting NZ Police Scandal and Compulsory KiwiSaver For Kids

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 28:02


    On the podcast, Duncan reacts sharply to the explosive IPCA report, saying senior police in New Zealand engaged in outright corruption and a blatant cover-up of Jevon McSkimming's behaviour, leaving public trust shattered. He calls for prosecutions, compensation, and a full clean-out of Police HQ. Duncan then switches gears, interviewing Max Rashbrooke about compulsory KiwiSaver for kids and why early saving could transform New Zealand's financial future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    'Atrocious & Sickening': Mark Mitchell on the Rot Within NZ Police

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2025 30:21


    On the podcast, Duncan Garner blasts New Zealand Police leadership after the IPCA's explosive report into deputy commissioner Jevon McSkimming's behaviour and the subsequent high-level cover-up. Garner calls it “corruption at the very top”, demanding prosecutions and cultural reform. Police Minister Mark Mitchell weighs in, admitting the executive's conduct was “atrocious”. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Co-Leader Chaos! Te Pāti Māori 'Don't Know What They're Doing'

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2025 15:38


    On the podcast, Duncan dives deep into the chaos at Te Pāti Māori, believing the party is imploding, with the expulsion of two MPs exposing deep division, shaky leadership, and panic rather than unity. He says the co-leaders appear out of their depth, trying to present control while the party fractures and risks losing Māori voters. Duncan also takes aim at Labour's vulnerability and questions talk of a left-bloc coalition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Te Pāti Māori MPs EXPELLED - Full Reaction

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2025 29:00


    On the podcast, Duncan opens with what he describes as the Great Kiwi Job Scam, arguing that migration policy is locking young New Zealanders out of entry-level work, while the country becomes a training stopover for people heading to Australia. Then, he is joined by Ashley Church and Rawdon Christie on the Monday panel to talk changes within Te Pāti Māori, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Banning the Homeless? Have We Lost Our Minds?!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2025 57:52


    Alright, I've heard some dumb ideas in my time, but this one might take the cake. The Government's actually floating the idea of banning people from rough sleeping in our city centres — banning homelessness.Then they deny it. Then they confirm it. Then they back-pedal. It's like watching a policy written on a napkin after a long lunch.But here's the real issue — you can't solve homelessness by hiding it. You can't PR-spin poverty out of existence. We've got people sleeping under bus stops in Auckland because there's not even a men's night shelter in our biggest city.I'm joined by Ashley Church and former National Minister Maurice Williamson, two sharp thinkers who don't mince words.Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSypyI8wbnZgJDYY0VCdwJQ/join Get in touch with Duncan - duncan@rova.nz and join us on the socials. Website: https://www.rova.nz/podcasts/duncan-garner-editor-in-chief-live Instagram: @DuncanGarnerpodcast TikTok: @DuncanGarnerpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Al Brown - The Recipe Behind Kiwi Chef's Culinary Empire

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2025 56:02


    This week, Where's My Money host Reagan White sits down with renowned chef and restaurateur Al Brown, to explore his journey from rural roots to culinary icon. Brown reflects on his upbringing, the creation of Logan Brown, Depot, Federal Deli, and Best Ugly Bagels. He emphasises authenticity, informality, and generosity as the heart of his brand. Brown shares insights into building strong teams, staying hands-on, and balancing creativity with commercial success. Powered by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠enable.me⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Watch us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Tik Tok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: @wheresmymoneynz ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Reagan White Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Where's My Money? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Linktree⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    True State of NZ's Health System - Hospitals Overrun, No Staff

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2025 29:49


    On the podcast, Duncan Garner calls out the Kiwi government for quietly approving big pay rises for public board members, arguing the secrecy damages trust more than the spending itself. Then, he is joined by Malcolm Mulholland, who is touring the country exposing a strained health system - understaffed hospitals, burnt-out doctors, and delayed care. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    NZ's MAJOR Transgender Issue & John Tamihere's Overpaid Executives

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2025 49:40


    Duncan tears into John Tamihere over the Waipareira Trust's sky-high executive salaries, questioning how a taxpayer-funded charity can pay half-million-dollar packages while claiming to serve struggling Māori. Then, he welcomes Irish journalist and academic Helen Joyce onto the show. She warns New Zealand is among the world's worst when it comes to giving puberty blockers to children, arguing the practice harms young people and silences debate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Charity or Corporate Empire? John Tamihere & Waipareira Trust EXPOSED

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2025 9:19


    Slam Dunc - John Tamihere and the Waipareira Trust's sky-high executive salaries... how can a taxpayer-funded charity pay half-million-dollar packages, while claiming to serve struggling Māori? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Govt Ditches the Treaty: Erica Stanford's Bold Move That Shook NZ

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2025 33:57


    big move from the Government this week. Erica Stanford's had the guts to do what no one else would: ditch the Treaty requirement from our schools. Finally, someone's put common sense before politics. For too long, our kids have been fed ideology instead of education. This isn't about erasing history — it's about freeing schools to actually teach. Of course, it'll upset some, but most Kiwis will quietly be nodding along. I break it all down — what it means, why it matters, and why this might just be the moment National grows a spine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Different Laws For Māori When It Comes To Poor Knights Islands?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2025 40:29


    Today on the show....... Is the Rule of Law Dead in NZ? Join Duncan Garner as he tackles the controversial actions of the iwi Ngātiwai, who have openly defied New Zealand's conservation and marine laws by landing on the Poor Knights Islands. Are they receiving special treatment? Where are the authorities and government? Garner delves into these questions, criticizing the government's lack of action and exploring the wider implications for New Zealand's rule of law. Featuring discussions with panelists Ashley Church and Rawdon Christie, this episode sheds light on the growing sentiment of entitlement and lawlessness. Plus, don't miss updates on tourism strategies, NCEA changes, and Bill Gates' latest stance on climate change. Sponsored by The Brothers Green, discover the innate power of New Zealand botanicals for your mobility and joint health. Get in touch with Duncan - duncan@rova.nz and join us on the socials. Website: https://www.rova.nz/podcasts/duncan-garner-editor-in-chief-live Instagram: @DuncanGarnerpodcast TikTok: @DuncanGarnerpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Why the Green Party's Plan is Sparking Controversy!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2025 29:28


    Join Duncan Garner and guests as they dive into contentious issues and significant updates in New Zealand. This episode kicks off with a discussion on the failed 2020 cannabis legalization referendum and the renewed call by Green Party's Chloe Swarbrick to revisit the issue. The panel then explores free trade's vital role in the global economy, highlighting recent successes under New Zealand's current administration. Additionally, don't miss the praise for Erica Stanford's impactful changes in the education sector, leading to remarkable improvements in student performance across various demographics. The episode wraps up with concerns over the Broadcasting Standards Authority's potential overreach and its implications for free speech. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSypyI8wbnZgJDYY0VCdwJQ/join Get in touch with Duncan - duncan@rova.nz and join us on the socials. Website: https://www.rova.nz/podcasts/duncan-garner-editor-in-chief-live Instagram: @DuncanGarnerpodcast TikTok: @DuncanGarnerpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    From Home Loans to Crypto - Generations Debate Money Challenges

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2025 48:54


    In this episode of Where's My Money, Reagan White is joined by three generations - Gen X, Y (Millennials), and Z - to compare how they think about cash, spending, and saving. Glen (Gen X) talks housing market stress and tight budgets. Ruzbeh (Gen Y) reflects on growing up through the GFC and the struggle to buy a home. Maia meanwhile (Gen Z) opens up about early-adult pressure and future investments. They dig into retirement, financial independence, and smart money choices, uncovering both generational differences and the same old money worries. Powered by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠enable.me⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Watch us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ /⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Tik Tok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: @wheresmymoneynz ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Reagan White Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Where's My Money? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Linktree⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Chloe Swarbrick's Cannabis Push: Reckless

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2025 11:09


    Chloe Swarbrick and the Green Party's latest attempt to drag New Zealand back into the cannabis debate. Five years after a clear referendum rejection,face the real issues plaguing Kiwi society—like vaping, truancy, and mental health. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSypyI8wbnZgJDYY0VCdwJQ/join Get in touch with Duncan - duncan@rova.nz and join us on the socials. Website: https://www.rova.nz/podcasts/duncan-garner-editor-in-chief-live Instagram: @DuncanGarnerpodcast TikTok: @DuncanGarnerpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Taupō's $31 Million Blunder: Why Ratepayers Are Paying Triple

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2025 32:50


    “the worst council deal of the century” — a $31 million, 25-year lease between Taupō District Council and the local iwi that leaves ratepayers footing the bill with no asset in return. Why did the council agree to pay three times more rent for new offices it will never own? Who signed off this deal, and why the secrecy? Then, Deputy Prime Minister David Seymour joins the show Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSypyI8wbnZgJDYY0VCdwJQ/join Get in touch with Duncan - duncan@rova.nz and join us on the socials. Website: https://www.rova.nz/podcasts/duncan-garner-editor-in-chief-live Instagram: @DuncanGarnerpodcast TikTok: @DuncanGarnerpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Labour's Tax Fumble and the Death Rattle of Te Pāti Māori

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2025 41:26


    Labour's capital gains tax leak leaves Chris Hipkins on the ropes, and Te Pāti Māori implodes in full public view. Is this the moment Christopher Luxon takes control of the political battlefield? Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSypyI8wbnZgJDYY0VCdwJQ/join Get in touch with Duncan - duncan@rova.nz and join us on the socials. Website: https://www.rova.nz/podcasts/duncan-garner-editor-in-chief-live Instagram: @DuncanGarnerpodcast TikTok: @DuncanGarnerpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Duncan Fires Back at BHN: “Call Me — I'll Debate You Live.”

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2025 5:04


    Duncan's heard the chatter, a couple of weird online hosts in have been playing clips from Editor in Chief to mock him. So, this long-weekend bonus episode? It's his reply. From being accused of laziness to having his interviews twisted, Duncan sets the record straight — reminding them of the real stories behind his reporting, including the firefighter who nearly took his own life before Duncan's interview helped spark a government settlement. This is Editor in Chief — and Duncan's not backing down. #EditorInChief #DuncanGarner #NZPolitics #Media #Podcast #BHN #Debate #LongWeekendBonus Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Late, Lost & Lighting Fires | NZ Opposition's Rough Week

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2025 50:46


    on the podcastGreen's co leader marama davidson fails to turn up on time for her own private members billso it gets biffed out.Labour leader chris hipkins has no idea the party's GP policy has been released...and the co leader of te pati maori debbie ngarewa packer sets alight .. by that i mean burns a new law on customary ownership on the steps of parliament.ready to all lead a govt? not on this week's performances Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Struggling Kiwis Pay More While Luxon Pays Less — The Hypocrisy Is Staggering

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2025 44:31


    Christopher Lunon's $8,000 rates relief on his Waiheke mansion is a slap in the face to struggling Kiwis. I reckon you can't make this up. Christopher Luxon, the Prime Minister who tells the rest of us to live within our means has saved $8,000.In terms of his rates bill for the year, so it's $25,000. It's now $17,000 on his $10 million Waiheke Island property that he says is not worth $10 million, eight grand on a property most of us couldn't afford to walk past, let alone own. This is the same man who's refused to cap rates, increases for ordinary New Zealanders like you and me, the same guy who says councils need to be fiscally disciplined while families in the suburbs are.Cutting back on food and fuel and school costs to survive. But Luxon, he's mortgage free and still he's asking for help with his rate. Bill, could you just lower it for me? Please? Let that sink in. He's worth millions. And I'm not anti wealth. I'm not anti wealth. I think wealth's really important. Okay. But he shows this guy's wealthy, right?Then wealthy people create jobs, right? So he's worth millions. He owns this luxury retreat on Waiheke and the system still finds a way to funnel him $8,000 in fewer costs. The kind of support meant for people doing it tough, not people with a personal vineyard view of the hauraki gulf It's the hypocrisy that stings, I think, because while you're being told to suck up, the rates, hikes and shoulder the cost of living.The Prime Minister is laughing. All the way to the bank.  Ani Obrien joins me to discuss it Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSypyI8wbnZgJDYY0VCdwJQ/join Get in touch with Duncan - duncan@rova.nz and join us on the socials. Website: https://www.rova.nz/podcasts/duncan-garner-editor-in-chief-live Instagram: @DuncanGarnerpodcast TikTok: @DuncanGarnerpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Political Cowards: New Zealand's Leaders Are Failing Us

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2025 23:06


    The political cowardice is crippling New Zealand's future. From the costly, unsustainable superannuation system to the lack of true economic reform Get in touch with Duncan - duncan@rova.nz and join us on the socials. Website: https://www.rova.nz/podcasts/duncan-garner-editor-in-chief-live Instagram: @DuncanGarnerpodcast TikTok: @DuncanGarnerpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    How to Buy a Home without a Bank Loan | ft Chris Smith

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2025 44:25


    Labour's so-called Future Fund — a vague, detail-free “cornerstone policy” that's all slogan and no substance. Is this a bold vision for New Zealand's economy, or just KiwiBuild 2.0? Duncan calls it what it is: a fantasy fund, not a future fund.Then, a real solution with real results — Chris Smith from BLOCX joins the show to share how his 1% deposit, no-bank-loan homeownership model is changing the game for Kiwis locked out of the housing market. Backed by Cliff Curtis and now gaining international attention, this could be the breakthrough Kiwi families have been waiting for.Get in touch with Duncan - duncan@rova.nz and join us on the socials. Website: https://www.rova.nz/podcasts/duncan-garner-editor-in-chief-live Instagram: @DuncanGarnerpodcast TikTok: @DuncanGarnerpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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