Marcus Lush engages Kiwis from all walks of life, discussing the issues that matter most on Newstalk ZB.

It's the start of Marcus' final week for 2025 - and he's up to talk about almost anything. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marcus talks the demise of phone boxes, a former Prime Minister on Graham Norton, and yodeling. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marcus talks Christmas movies, getting a bonus at the end of the year, and whether you'd get into the United States with their new social media check policy. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marcus wants to know the amazing thing you discovered in 2025, and also why does everyone hate that Spark ad so much? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marcus has noticed a key part of Christmas no longer happens, and gets some early reviews of the new Fred Dagg movie. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marcus wonders whether a social media ban for under-16s will work here, and what makes a good Christmas song? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How are we feeling a decade on from the attempt to change the flag, plus scams and car warrants. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marcus talks the truck drivers who need to resit their licence, exceptionally long flights, and Led Zeppelin. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marcus is bemused at a particular frequent purchase, and does his best to track the Rugby World Cup 2027 draw. Marcus also appears to be psychic. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While discussing why NZers insist on spending money on bottled water at the supermarket, Marcus proves just how much he knows his audience. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bit of a Tuesday free-for-all covering crash detection tech on your phone, problems with healthcare, and (as titled) the best and worst invention. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marcus talks changes for renters with pets, the problem with swimming in Auckland's harbour, and learns about a big change to the 018 Directory service! LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marcus talks the Christchurch-Invercargill train propsal, and the looming summer fruit season. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marcus talks the Erebus Memorial decision, and the continued lunacy of wanting NZ to host the Commonwealth Games. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marcus talks end-of-year Christmas gifts for teachers, and then pivots to strange creatures and UFOs. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marcus has a car horn incident he wants your opinion on, and we learn Thanksgiving is a BIG day for college football. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marcus talks sardines, cherries, DB Cooper, and compulsory retirement savings plans. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Friday free-for-all that covers off picking strawberries, lousy community Christmas decorations, and Dave's nasty tooth. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marcus talks smartwatches, and proper etiquette of answering the phone. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marcus talks feral cats, compulsory seat belts, and gets reviews of Metallica and the nail biting cricket between NZ and the West Indies! LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marcus previews the Metallica concert hitting Auckland, words we no longer use, and things banned by schools. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marcus previews Metallica's show in Auckland tomorrow, talks about things that've been banned in schools, and covers another big hit of rain for the top of the North Island. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marcus talks about the asbestos sand in schools and early childhood centres, the lame TV lotto draw, and then Lois rings to talk the rugby..... LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Friday free-for-all that spans must-win Lotto, travel troubles, delivering phone books, and terrible burgers. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marcus hasn't got over the Levin car park saga from last night, and also gets into fish and chips and jelly. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Costco will open another NZ store, this time in Drury - plus Marcus talks weird sleep schedules and another unfair supermarket parking ticket! LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marcus talks 3D printing, where Costco could (or should) expand to, and the journey of a giraffe north. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marcus commemorates 50 years since the wreckage of the SS Edmund Fitzgerald, and talks the closure of RSAs around the country. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marcus talks getting out of parking tickets, slow postage, and a handful of other things (it's a Friday free-for-all!!) LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marcus takes your BBQ fail confessions, covers a rather large earthquake in Wellington, and talks about the accidentally leaked finale of The Celebrity Traitors! LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marcus covers fireworks night across the country, and gets into why YouTube is so attractive and addictive for children. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marcus recaps the Melbourne Cup, hears a collection of wild bird stories, and learns whether or not Nev got to see the Pike River movie.... LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marcus gets early reviews of the first episode of The Chase NZ, and talks whiskey and the Pike River film. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Friday free-for-all starts with Halloween, and ends with whether or not the moon landing was real. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A wide-ranging show covering internet TV, Palmerston North pubs, advent calendars, and the possible banning of horse racing. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marcus lets callers and texters vent a little on their irrational annoyances. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marcus kicks off the short week with talk on fireworks, power cut preparedness, and the dirge that is the office Secret Santa... LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marcus takes a few riddles, and then talks the closure of another RSA! LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Well the weather definitely turned up like it was forecast! LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marcus preps for tomorrow's wind events in the Canterbury and Wellington regions. Also, chocolate is expensive, eggs are getting smaller, and people are still fans of second hand book shops. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marcus wraps the nasty weather in the middle of the country, and talks to folks who've got themselves prepared for more wild weather with generators. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marcus starts the week talking Halloween (who can be bothered), the start of another asparagus season is upon us, and then most of the internet shut off for an hour or so! LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.