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On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 21st of May 2026, there's so much angst about the mass bike ride, Tour De Hoods - we went to the organiser Kimami Ngaluafe. Then, falling birth rates, why we need to keep breeding! And to finish - listeners tell us about their biggest cock-ups. Get the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Podcast every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The organiser of the final mass bike ride in Auckland is expecting it to be the biggest yet after more than 200 showed up to last Sunday's event. The consecutive weekly bicycle rides occurred across different sections of the city, South, West and Central. Bikelife advocate and YouTuber, Kimami Ngaluafe, joined the Afternoons team to discuss what people can expect from this event. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for Wednesday the 20th of May 2026, Air NZ expands services from Christchurch - how good! And, a senior public servant missing out on a top job after an anonymous tipster reveals their prior cocaine use prompted some great conversation with the Afternoons audience. Get the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Podcast every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for Tuesday the 19th of May, Nicola Willis outlines further cuts to the public pervice - Matt & Tyler seek reaction. Sir Paul McCartney has spoken on the reality of things better than you think they are. Check out the call from Brian who was bombed three times in Liverpool. And to finish - selling second-hand - how do you do it and what's the appetite for your cast-offs? Get the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Podcast every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 18th of May 2026, a suggestion that we can actually afford to max the Government credit card out drew the ire of listeners today. The thorny old issue of how to get the balance right over noise in CBDs was back on the agenda today after Christchurch City Councillor Andrei Moore posted about a city plan change he'd like to see. And stories of bad behaviour on flights finished the day for our Afternoons duo. Get the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Podcast every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Christchurch City Council is debating a major rewrite of the central city's noise rules after live music venue owners warned they were liable to be exposed to noise complaints. Some bars are limited to 45 decibels, which is about the same as the hum of a refrigerator. But with the City's new stadium, venues say they need less restrictions to make the most of the buzz. City Councillor Andrei Moore is campaigning for the removal of these noise limits, and he told Matt and Tyler that these restrictions are, 'a number of years behind.' LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At the end of every week, Matt and Tyler name the New Zealander of the Week. It's an honour that we bestow on your behalf to someone, or something, that's had an impact on our nation over the past week. There are three nominees but can only be one winner. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 15th of May 2026 - It's Pink Shirt Day! The boys speak to Employment Law Expert Max Whitehead, who helps clarify the definition of workplace bullying. Alcohol consumption is down around the world; does it still have a place in society? Barry Soper joins the boys to chat about his new book, "One More Question, Prime Minister" And New Zealander of the Week is back! Who's taking home the grand title this week? Get the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Podcast every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 14th of May 2026 - the Government has begun the process to get drivers licenses on Kiwi's phones. Associate Transport Minister James Meager joins to tell us more. The boys ask the audience if this a smart move for the sake of convenience, or another reason to depend on our phones. And do you get the same satisfaction from weight loss medication as you do from doing it the hard way? Get the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Podcast every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A law change paving the way for digital driver licenses has passed its third and final reading in Parliament. The law previously only allowed for physical licenses. Associate Transport Minister James Meager says work to introduce digital licenses is now underway - and explained to the Afternoons team how these changes will be implemented. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 13th of May 2026 - two bouncers in Lincoln dished out a beating to a student at a pub, where's the line for the amount of force bouncers can use? Comedian and actor Jerry Seinfeld says people who drive EVs are 'virtue signalling'. The boys get your thoughts. And Employment Lawyer Gareth Abdinor joins to answer your legal questions. Get the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Podcast every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 12th of May 2026, romance scams are still active and dangerous as ever, despite being well known to the public. How are people still falling from them? First-time home buyers are looking to Mum and Dad for financial help, are parents obliged to pitch in? And do you stack plates for your waiter? Hospo workers say it's one of the first things Get the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Podcast every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 11th of May 2026, private school costs are going up and up, is spending big bucks on a fancy school worth it? A woman is gathering shipping containers on her land to build a house, and her neighbours aren't happy - we hear your thoughts on the 'my land versus your view' argument. And when does a 'tough life lesson' get a bit too tough? Get the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Podcast every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 1st of May 2026 - Consumer confidence slumps – are we a jittery no guts nation these days? Then some good conversation around the cost of school balls hitting some parents hard. Plus a chat about subscriptions overload. Get the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Podcast every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 30th of April 2026 - a good conversation to start the show around Labour and their not releasing policy ahead of next month's Budget. And the some solid chat with Matt and Tyler around trees after an Auckland man ended up in hot water after trimming two pohutukawa which were blocking his view. Get the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Podcast every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 29th of April 2026, first up when a tradie can earn as much as a policy analyst, why do many still perceive university degrees as the gold standard? Then the use of AI in real estate photography. Get the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Podcast every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 28th of April 2026, as a parent is facing prosecution for failing to get their child to school, Matt & Tyler chat about how hard an issue it is to deal with. Then, on to kleptomania and shoplifting. And to wrap the day - what's the fascination of the true crime podcast as a true crime podcast has been credited with helping crack a decades-old cold case in New Orleans. Get the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Podcast every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A true crime podcast has been credited with helping crack a decades-old cold case, leading to four men being charged over the killing of a teenage girl. This case has prompted discussion and debate over the role of true crime podcasts - and why so many people seem to be fascinated with them. NZ Herald crime and justice reporter Anna Leask joined the Afternoons team to discuss further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kiwi film and television editor Bryan Shaw joined Matt and Tyler to chat about his experience working on Lee Cronin's The Mummy. The film focuses on a journalist who's young daughter disappears into the desert, but eight years later returns. "I worked really closely with (Cronin), he let me read the script over 2 years ago, Then 3 months before the shoot, I started doing storyboards with them, adding sound effects and music to them, then I went to Ireland and I was on set editing, which is really the best experience I've ever had," Shaw said. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 24th of April 2026 - A report by the Helen Clark Foundation has found less than half of people now believe hard work will lead to a better life. Then as Apple supremo Tim Cook moves on our Afternoons duo test listeners' desire for Apple products vs others. And a pitch from David Seymour, to give students cash to learn financial literacy. Plus - don't miss Matt & Tyler's interview with Kiwi TV and movie editor Bryan Shaw talking about working on Lee Cronin's horror movie "The Mummy" which is in cinemas now. Get the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Podcast every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At the end of every week, Matt and Tyler name the New Zealander of the Week. It's an honour that we bestow on your behalf to someone, or something, that's had an impact on our nation over the past week. There are three nominees but can only be one winner. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Seymour's floating the idea of giving high school students 500 dollars each, to learn investing. Students would be able to track earnings and losses, and will be tested on it. Seymour told Matt and Tyler, "I just think, especially for poor children from poorer households, if you don't have someone in your household who knows how to invest and talks about this stuff, how would you learn?" LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 23rd of April 2026 - Winston Peters told Heather du Plessis-Allan that he will not go with Labour - our Afternoons duo asked if listeners believe he will be good to his word when election time comes. Then, stealing cars - are chop shops still a thing? And then after a drama over a misbehaving child in a pub and a patron who took matters into his own hands prompted a discussion over disciplining other people's kids. Get the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Podcast every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An Auckland man wants better management from a rural pub after his 3-year-old grandson was assaulted by a drunk patron. CCTV footage of the incident showed a patron standing two tables over had walked to their group and smacked the child's bottom. Caller Morris joined the Afternoons team to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for Wednesday the 22nd of April, a survivor of the justice system is calling for good character discounts to be scrapped. Our listeners certainly didn't have much time for the reduction of sentences. And then, we asked Fonterra shareholder farmers what they have planned for their windfall. Get the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Podcast every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for Tuesday the 21st of April 2026, National's leadership has been under question until the Prime Minister and National leader Christopher Luxon called for a vote of confidence from his Cabinet and fired a shot across the bows of the media today. Then an Auckland bakery is selling horse meat pies, we spoke to the baker and listeners told us about the various exotic foods they'd eaten. Get the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Podcast every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Just three months after they were pulled from the pie warmers, Pakuranga Bakery's horse meat pies are available again and proving just as popular as ever. The pies, inspired by lo'i hossi, a Tongan horse meat dish, went viral on social media - but the pies were pulled in January as the horse meat hadn't been cleared for human consumption. Pakuranga Bakery manager Pho Bok says they've sold hundreds of pies since they returned to the shelves. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 20th of April, first up, some great chat about cheating in exams. Then, as AI proves itself less reliable - some are saying we are feeling less fearful about the technology. And to finish - finding love and a partner overseas. Get the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Podcast every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At the end of every week, Matt and Tyler name the New Zealander of the Week. It's an honour that we bestow on your behalf to someone, or something, that's had an impact on our nation over the past week. There are three nominees but can only be one winner. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 16th of April 2026, we talk forgiveness after someone has wronged you, particularly after they have stolen when in a position of trust. Then making medicines more accessible through pharmacists. Some good chat about sports that really improve your health - a lot of love came through for pickleball. And to finish - solving Tyler's great mower dilemma - push, petrol, robotic or electric? Get the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Podcast every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Government's looking to level the playing field for pharmacies and ease pressure on GPs. Consultation's open on allowing pharmacists to dispense funded medication for pain and fever, scabies, lice, conjunctivitis, UTIs, and the emergency contraceptive pill. Kiwis currently have to pay the medication's full pharmacy price, or obtain a GP prescription. ACT Leader David Seymour joined the Afternoons team to explain that it's important health professionals are informed in giving people medicine - and this move will be better for pharmacies. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 15th of April, how come people can still smuggle stuff into prisons? Then, tips and tricks for jobseekers on securing a job with employment expert Emma McLean And to finish - Air NZ is launching world-first economy bunks on ultra long-haul flights Get the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Podcast every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Air New Zealand's debuting 'world-first' sleeping pods on ultra long-haul flights in November. Economy Skynests will be installed on six revamped Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners, and open for Economy and Premium Economy passenger bookings next month. The six pods are laid out bunk bed-style between the two cabins, furnished with mattresses, bedding, ventilation and privacy curtains. Aviation commentator Irene King joined the Afternoons team to discuss further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's tougher than ever for jobseekers to find work, and one expert has revealed how people can get ahead in the current market. Employment expert Emma McLean has revealed that doom-scrolling job apps isn't the solution, and that networking is important to find opportunities. She joined the Afternoons team to explain further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 14th of April, as we live through the current global oil crisis Matt and Tyler proposed that energy security should surely be our number one priority. Then, would you like to live forever if you could? And to finish, males commonly lose friends as they get older just when they need them most, tips and tricks from listeners on how to fix this common problem. Get the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Podcast every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 13th of April 2026, concern that we have swung too far toward caution when it comes to weather warnings. Then, it seems a bunch of Kiwis who moved to Australia looking for greener grass are coming home. And to wrap the day - dealing with kids who are picky eaters. Get the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Podcast every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 10th of April 2026 - A robust conversation around the need a Broadcast Standards Authority in the modern media landscape. Then - Utes are super popular in NZ but many just ferry the kids to school. Plus - Mick Fleetwood marries for the 5th time - practice makes perfect. Get the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Podcast every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Artemis II crew have completed their mission to view the dark side of the moon and are now set to re-enter Earth's atmosphere tomorrow (NZT). Auckland University astrophysicist Richard Easther joined Matt and Tyler to chat about the historical and scientific significance of the mission. "99% of what they're trying to do here is to test the technology," he said. "It's essentially a test flight of the vehicles that they want to use to go back to the moon on a regular basis." LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At the end of every week, Matt Heath and Tyler Adams name the New Zealander of the Week. It's an honour that we bestow on your behalf to someone, or something, that's had an impact on our nation over the past week. There are three nominees but can only be one winner. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 9th of April, motorcyclists are protesting ACC levies by putting their bike registrations on hold. Then it seems we are a country awash with illicit drugs, we opened the lines and took a whole bunch of calls from people who wanted to change their names on air. Then some good talk around downsizing and when is the best time to do it. Get the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Podcast every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's important to make the right choices where it counts - and downsizing for retirement is one of those key decisions. One expert says it's important to make sure you start planning the journey before you're ready, in order to make the right choices. Age Brightly founder Hannah McQueen joined the Afternoons team to explain further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Motorcyclists are putting their bike registrations on hold in order to protest against 'unfair' increases to ACC levies. From July 2026, motorbikes would be classified into three sizes depending on their size - and the annual ACC levy would be put up, depending on the category. Motorcycle Advocacy Group NZ spokesperson Richard Tohu joined the Afternoons team to explain further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.