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On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 1st of October 2025, psychologist, educator and broadcaster Nigel Latta has died at 58. Family spokesperson Bridgette Tapsell shared some time with Matt and Tyler. Then there's been a plea to get behind New Zealand's world-leading gaming industry. And then PDA, public displays of affection - how much is too much? Plus to wrap things up - employment lawyer Gareth Abdinor. 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.

In New Zealand's $23.8 billion tech sector, one of the country's largest and fastest-growing industries, there's growing calls to boost gaming. Industry figures have been calling on the Government to support the sector, and an editorial recently published in the NZ Herald has made a case for video games. New Zealand Esports Federation founding board member Duane Mutu joined the Afternoons team to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kiwi psychologist author and broadcaster Nigel Latta is being remembered for his relatability - and lasting impact. He died yesterday - a year after being diagnosed with stomach cancer. Family friend Bridgette Tapsell joined the Afternoons team to reflect. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 30th of September 2025, Treasury says the pension age should rise to 72 - much debate on that one. A Whangaparāoa gastropub has been denied its alcohol licence over noise breaches - we spoke to the owner. And to get the hairs up on the back of your neck, we have some horror stories about rats. 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 gastropub north of Auckland has lost its right to sell alcohol after renewal applications for both its on and off licences were rejected by a district licensing committee. The District Licensing Committee released its decision on September 19, declining off and on licence renewals for Parāoa Brewing Company at Whangaparāoa Rd, Stanmore Bay. Parāoa Tavern owner Zenice Gujarathi joined the Afternoons team to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new report from Treasury warns New Zealand is set to face extreme debt if taxes don't rise - or the retirement age doesn't go up. There's growing calls to raise the pension age to 72, but it's unclear how this change could be implemented. Infometrics Principal Economist Brad Olsen 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 the 29th of September 2025 - first up, the thorny issue of NZ's decision on Palestine. Then, is it ever ok to lie? Graham Norton and Matt disagree - find out why. And spending habits in a relationship - what works? 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 19th of September 2025 - The Sidelining of Jimmy Kimmel proved to be a super hot topic. And then - Stretching the Best Before date - how far can you go? Get the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Podcast every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

American broadcaster ABC pulled Jimmy Kimmel off air over comments he made about Charlie Kirk's death. A network spokesperson did not comment beyond saying that the show will be pre-empted “indefinitely”. The Director of PILLAR (Protecting Individual Life, Liberty and Rights) told Matt and Tyler that this sets a dangerous precedent. 'We've lost the power of the media to hold power to account because now power dictates what the media can and can't say.' LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every Friday on Matt and Tyler afternoons on ZB we name the New Zealander of the week. It's an honour that we grant on your behalf to someone who has had effect on our great and beautiful nation over the past week. There are three nominees but can only be one winner. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 18th of September, today's shock GDP drop deserved some analysis and Infometrics' Brad Olsen helped us out with that. ‘News deserts' are said to be emerging in New Zealand with local coverage falling to the likes of Facebook community pages. And then our Afternoons duo talk about the importance of how you look at work from hair transplants to clothing. 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.

New Zealand is on the brink of a local news crisis. A paper from Koi Tu Centre for Informed Futures shows news deserts are emerging around the world - areas with little to no local media gathering or coverage. Coffee News owner Rudy Kokx joined the Afternoons team to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Zealand's economy has been shrinking much faster than experts anticipated, according to new reports. Latest data from Stats NZ shows GDP dropped 0.9 percent in the June quarter after two quarters of growth. Infometrics Principal Economist Brad Olsen says the uncertainty around Trump's tariffs created a ripple effect that's showing through a number of industries. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 17th of September, as the new super discrete speed camera trailers are rolled out, we ask - should they be signposted? Then, the expense of training to be a pilot. And to finish: Gen X is the forgotten generation - let the generation battle commence. 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 wants to see more careers in the aviation sector take off. It's launched the first ever aviation strategy which is designed to future proof the sector, and promote tourism and economic growth. Airline Industry Association NZ CEO Simon Wallace joined the Afternoons team to discuss the benefits of these changes. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 16th of September 2025, we debate how to put the fizz in local body elections. Then the role of weight loss drugs like Wegovy. They come with some pretty maxed out side effects as our Afternoons duo hear from listeners who have used them. 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.

Semaglutide drug Wegovy has been available in New Zealand for a couple of months now, and more Kiwis are learning about the effects. The drug has transformed our ability to manage obesity and type 2 diabetes, and has shown potential for a wide range of conditions such as Alzheimer's, addiction and depression. General Practice NZ chair Dr Bryan Betty joined the Afternoons team to discuss further - and highlight some potential drawbacks. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the15th of September is funding for events a good investment or are there bigger priorities? Then, an opinion piece that said: NZ is broken - you are dumb to stay certainly filled the talkback lines. And to finish, what have you discovered in life you wish you had discovered earlier? 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 September 2025 - The fun of a flying fox but are they dangerous? This after a Paraparaumu flying fox fell victim to health and safety concerns. Then, would you like to try before you buy for houses and flats to make sure there are no nasty surprises after you move in? And to finish - Wahs or All Blacks - which will get your remote? Get the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Podcast every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The All Blacks are set to face the Springboks in Wellington on Saturday night in their second clash of the The Rugby Championship. This game clashes with the Warriors' match against the Panthers – leaving kiwi rugby fans with a difficult decision to make: club or nation? All Blacks legend Sir John Kirwan told Matt and Tyler to share his view on the uncomfortable clash in scheduling. He said it will be difficult to pick what game to watch - as the Warriors are, ‘the nation's league side' LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A much-loved flying fox in Paraparaumu is being shut down by the council after it failed to meet safety standards. A frayed cable meant that residents woke up to find the ride padlocked and a sign saying it had been closed. Paraparaumu Community Board Chair Glen Olsen told Matt and Tyler that “It was fast, it was long, and it was exciting, and it had a thrill” He said that modern flying foxes are bound by safety restrictions that make the ride less entertaining for children. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 11th of September 2025, we woke to the news of the assassination of American conservative commentator and public debater Charlie Kirk. Matt and Tyler discussed the proposition that this may be indicative of a spreading inability to debate with respect. And to wrap the day's talk up, should your partner have all your passwords and access to your email, text, social media? 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 suspect is still at large following the shooting and killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. The Donald Trump ally was shot during an event at Utah Valley University this morning and later died in hospital. Trump has expressed his shock and sadness and ordered all US flags to half-mast. US correspondent Ira Spitzer says Kirk was an influential figure who helped Trump secure the youth vote in the 2024 election - and investigations are currently ongoing. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 10th of September, record numbers of 15-year-olds are leaving school - but data shows they are leaving for further study. Then, the things you need to have done to be considered a good Kiwi - this after Lorde confessed she had never seen the Lord Of The Rings movies: “Bad Kiwi, I know. I'm not really into fantasy.” 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.

There's belief more 15-year-olds are going into vocational study due to an overloaded secondary sector. New data shows 90 percent of the 1300 students granted an early leaving exemption last year, chose more study over full-time employment. Mt Albert Grammar head Patrick Drumm joined the Afternoons team says it's an improvement on students leaving school and not getting qualifications at all - but we still need more data on where these students are going. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 9th of September 2025 - as the dust settles we discussed the police response to Tom Phillips going bush with his kids and how the case was handled. Then we took the media conference live for the latest update from the Police Commissioner, Police Minister and Oranga Tamariki. And then, a deep dive into the lost art of reading. 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 8th of September 2025, a full-on day as events continue to develop in the Waitomo area after the shooting of a police officer and the death of fugitive Tom Phillips. We spoke to reporters in the area and Waitomo Mayor John Robertson as police continue the search for his two children. Corrections are doing a paint job at Auckland prison at Paremoremo - Matt and Tyler discuss the value for money. Then, the age-old discussion around what makes you wealthy or rich. 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 police officer's undergoing surgery after being shot in the head by Marokopa fugitive Tom Phillips - as the search continues for two of his children. Police were alerted to a burglarly in Piopio around 2.30am, and laid spikes on a rural road more than half an hour away. That brought the quad bike Phillips and one of his children were travelling on to a stop - and an officer approached, but he was shot with a high-powered rifle. A second officer shot Phillips, who died at the scene. NZ Herald reporter Jamie Lyth is in Marokopa - and she joined the Afternoons team with the latest. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A major police operation is underway to find fugitive Marokopa father Tom Phillips' remaining two children - after he was shot dead by police on a rural Waikato road. Newstalk ZB reporter Jordan Dunn is near the police operation in the Waikato. He says a lot of resources have been deployed. "There are cordons on the way to Marokopa and there's a police presence around where that robbery was. So there's a lot of police that are being put out, a lot of police resources to try and track down these kids." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 5th of September 2025 - Truck drivers are under pressure to deliver on time and there are safety concerns over shortcuts they may be taking. Then, as the cost of living hits hard an increasing number of Kiwis are said to be turning turning to homekill meat. Matt and Tyler spoke to a butcher that has turned this into a business. And then attention turned to All Blacks v South Africa with a stellar cast on our Afternoons Duo's last hour, Commentator Elliott Smith, Super Fan Greg Wasley who will attend his 100th All Blacks test, PLUS All Black Legend Sir Michael Jones. Get the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Podcast every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The All Blacks are set to face the Springboks this weekend at Eden Park. The Rugby Championship brings the Springboks to Eden Park to face the All Blacks this weekend. The All Blacks haven't lost a match at Eden Park in 30 years, and former All Blacks player Sir Michael Jones told Matt and Tyler that he doesn't think that streak will be broken. ‘they're acutely aware of what it means to be playing at the fortress and defending that tradition' LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every Friday on Matt and Tyler afternoons on ZB we name the New Zealander of the week. It's an honour that we grant on your behalf to someone who has had effect on our great and beautiful nation over the past week. There are three nominees but can only be one winner. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The demand for homekill meat in New Zealand is rising as the cost of living crisis continues. The price of beef steak has risen 25% in a year, and even cheaper cuts of meat are seeing a big jumps in price. Homeskill specialist Aaron Pohatu told Matt and Tyler than having homekill meat butchered is cheaper than buying it off the shelf in a supermarket – and he says it tastes far better. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 4th of September, events rules get a makeover - about time, says promoter Brent Eccles. And then, when 2 lanes become one, who gives way - along with other grey areas of driving. 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 is promising changes to special licensing rules to make it easier for organisers to run events - a move that's been welcomed by the sector. These changes include introducing a nationally applied, risk-based framework for assessing special licence applications to ensure consistent decision-making throughout the country. Eccles Entertainment founder Brent Eccles 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 the 3rd of September 2025, Winston Peters is accusing the Government of overreach regarding moving to Digital Driver Licenses - is it progress or the mark of the devil? Then inspired by the size of the rock Travis Kelce gave Taylor Swift, our Afternoons Duo wanted to know if lab grown diamonds mean as much as real ones? And to finish - Employment Lawyer Gareth Abdinor answers listener 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.

This week on Ask The Expert, Gareth Abdinor from Abdinor Employment Law joined the Afternoons team to unpack workplace-based questions. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 2nd of September - Amazon Web Services is investing big in NZ. How do we get more of this and get things moving? A Polish CEO is the target of a huge internet pile on after a hat grab incident at the tennis - plenty of argument both ways on this one. And finally - what makes the perfect Father's Day? 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 tech commentator has weighed in on the arrival of Amazon's new Auckland-based data centres, which are set to be built in Auckland. The tech giant's investing $7.5 billion dollars into the centres, which go live today. It'll allow New Zealand customers to store data locally and speed up cloud-based services. Peter Griffin 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 1st of September 2025 - a tradie boss has claimed drugs and alcohol are the reason he can't find staff, despite offering a significant daily rate. “They all like getting on the piss and the booger sugar and certain things like that.” Then Tesla's most advanced semi-autonomous driving software is one step closer to being unlocked for use on our roads. Lots of good chat with our Afternoons duo on this one. 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.

Listen to the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for Friday 29 August. Get the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Cancer Society is the biggest private funder of cancer research in New Zealand. So far on Daffodil Day, more than $60,000 has been raised to help combat cancer. CEO of Auckland-Northland Cancer Society division Andrew Young says he lost his mother to cancer in 2007, which motivated him to join the Cancer Society and lead its Auckland-Northland division. Text 3493 to make an instant $3 donation to the Cancer Society. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.