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Send us a textEpisode 190He wasn't born into power. He wasn't destined for greatness. But by the time James Cook sailed his last voyage, he had redrawn the map of the world.From a humble Yorkshire farm boy to the most celebrated explorer of his age, Cook's journeys were the stuff of myth—charting lands no European had ever seen, facing storms, starvation, and mutiny, and making first contact with entire cultures. He was a genius navigator, a man of science, and—depending on who you ask—a heroic adventurer or an agent of empire.But his story doesn't end with glory. It ends in blood, on the shores of Hawaii, where admiration turned to suspicion—and where one of history's greatest explorers met his unexpected and violent end.In this short history, we trace the life, voyages, and ultimate downfall of Captain James Cook—a man who changed the world, and paid the price for it.Support the showInsta@justpassingthroughpodcastContact:justpassingthroughpodcast@gmail.com

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In Pacific Waves today: Diversity stage comes to life at Polyfest; NZ show concerns over Cook Islands shipping registry; Tonga and PNG journos collaborate through media scheme; PNG's saint candidate a principled man - bishop. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

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Mama Tupou Manapori is one of the founders of Polyfest, now in its 50th year. Now 80 years old, Tupou Manapori has been to every Polyfest since it began and this year she'll be running the Cook Islands stage. [picture id="4K9ZN0U_Tupou_Manapori_00_16_55_25_Still004_jpg_1" crop="16x10" layout="full"]

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In this episode, we chat with Scott Vincent, President of the Critical Ocean Minerals Research Center, who are an organisation representing a group of stakeholders who have been studying seabed mineral extraction, and take a closer look at some of the important issues surrounding this method of mining. The organisation aims to provide balanced information on the environmental and economic aspects of deep-sea mining, addressing both its potential benefits and concerns. Scott’s background combines extensive experience in finance and investment with a focused interest in marine resource management, positioning him to contribute significantly to discussions on sustainable ocean mineral extraction. On this podcast, Scott talks about the benefits, negatives, and impacts of harvesting polymetallic nodules, some of the misperceptions about nodule harvesting, what it means for this industry with a new administration in power, and a lot more. KEY TAKEAWAYS Deep sea mining primarily targets resources located below 1,000 meters, focusing on three main types of formations: polymetallic nodules, seafloor massive sulfides, and cobalt crusts. Polymetallic nodules are considered the most attractive due to their ease of extraction and lower environmental impact. Harvesting polymetallic nodules can have negligible to positive impacts on human health and welfare. It offers a potential solution to reduce reliance on terrestrial mining, which often has severe negative effects on human health and the environment. Additionally, deep sea mining can lead to lower CO2 emissions and less toxic waste compared to traditional mining methods. There is significant opposition to deep sea mining, largely driven by environmental groups advocating for a moratorium. Common misconceptions include exaggerated claims about the destruction of ocean ecosystems and the potential release of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, which are not supported by scientific evidence. The International Seabed Authority (ISA) governs deep sea mining in international waters, but the presence of countries that rely on terrestrial mining for their economies complicates the regulatory process. Some nations, like the Cook Islands, are moving forward with regulations for deep sea mining. BEST MOMENTS "We found that there was just a lot of misinformation, omitted information, and there was kind of a void in the marketplace where there wasn't a response from industry to counter some of the narratives out there." "The first benefit I always talk about is the fact that it looks like the impact on human health, human welfare, from harvesting nodules is negligible to positive." "The interesting thing in my book is that WWF looks the other way when we have these atrocities in the DRC and Indonesia." "If we fulfilled all those requirements with nodule harvesting tomorrow onward for the next 20 years, we would only touch 0.06% of the abyssal plains." VALUABLE RESOURCES Mail: rob@mining-international.org LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-tyson-3a26a68/ X: https://twitter.com/MiningRobTyson YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DigDeepTheMiningPodcast Web: http://www.mining-international.org This episode is sponsored by Hawcroft, leaders in property risk management since 1992. They offer: Insurance risk surveys recognised as an industry standard Construction risk reviews Asset criticality assessments and more Working across over 600 sites globally, Hawcroft supports mining, processing, smelting, power, refining, ports, and rail operations. For bespoke property risk management services, visit www.hawcroft.com GUEST SOCIALS https://comrc.org/ https://x.com/COMRC_ORG https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556584570043 ABOUT THE HOST Rob Tyson is the Founder and Director of Mining International Ltd, a leading global recruitment and headhunting consultancy based in the UK specialising in all areas of mining across the globe from first-world to third-world countries from Africa, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Australia. We source, headhunt, and discover new and top talent through a targeted approach and search methodology and have a proven track record in sourcing and positioning exceptional candidates into our clients' organisations in any mining discipline or level. Mining International provides a transparent, informative, and trusted consultancy service to our candidates and clients to help them develop their careers and business goals and objectives in this ever-changing marketplace. CONTACT METHOD rob@mining-international.org https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-tyson-3a26a68/ Podcast Description Rob Tyson is an established recruiter in the mining and quarrying sector and decided to produce the “Dig Deep” The Mining Podcast to provide valuable and informative content around the mining industry. He has a passion and desire to promote the industry and the podcast aims to offer the mining community an insight into people’s experiences and careers covering any mining discipline, giving the listeners helpful advice and guidance on industry topics.

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Hey guys and welcome back to the podcast!Today, we are chatting with icon, legend, Parvati Shallow. My favorite #survivor player of ALL TIME. NOT LYING. COOK ISLANDS, MICRONESIA, HEROES VS. VILLAINS, the list goes on. Parvati is here to chat about her elimination on last nights #dealornodealisland and how she felt about going home after coming so close to the end. Parvati chats her favorite cast memebers this season and teases what is to come with next weeks finale. Parvati also gives her takes on survivor 50 and reveals the one player she wants to see there. And it's Amanda Kimmel. We also chat the ending of Traitors this season and Parvati gives her hot take on the faitfhuls winning. Follow Parvati & subscribe to her next podcast and pre order her new book!https://www.instagram.com/pshallow/https://linktr.ee/parvatishallowConnect with me on social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zacharyrealityTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@zacharyrealityTwitter: https://twitter.com/zacharyrealityYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@ZacharyReality#parvatishallow #parvati #survivor50 #zacharyreality

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It's time to return to the news, and Stephen Dziedzic of the ABC returns to discuss three big stories that he's been reporting on in recent weeks. First, what is the impact of Donald Trump on the foreign policy community in Australia? How is the government managing the tariffs and numerous other controversies, and will this become an election issue? Is there ballast developing around a “plan B”? Second, a group of People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) warships circumnavigated Australia in February, causing quite a stir. And third, New Zealand and Cook Islands have been a tense relationship in recent months with the latter's relationship with Beijing central to the dispute. Australia in the World is written, hosted, and produced by Darren Lim, with research and editing this episode by Corbin Duncan and theme music composed by Rory Stenning. Relevant links Stephen Dziedzic, “What the Trump and Zelenskyy fallout means for Australian foreign policy”, ABC, 4 March 2025: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-03-04/trump-zelenskyy-fallout-repercussions-australian-foreign-policy/105004636 Stephen Dziedzic, “Tariffs could be turning point in Albanese's 'no comment' strategy on Trump”, ABC, 12 March 2025: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-03-12/tariffs-turning-point-albanese-response-trump/105043594 Andrew Greene and Stephen Dziedzic, “Intelligence chief says Chinese warship deployment designed to be 'provocative'”, ABC, 26 February 2025: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-02-26/chinese-warship-deployment-designed-to-be-provocative/104982224 Jennifer Parker, “China's expedition shows Australia must become a naval power”, Australian Financial Review, 23 February 2025: https://www.afr.com/policy/foreign-affairs/china-s-expedition-shows-australia-must-become-a-naval-power-20250222-p5le9k Lim, D. J., & Colnaghi, W. B. (2024). "Strategically (in)secure and economically (in)vulnerable: Australia, New Zealand, and their relations with China". Australian Journal of International Affairs, 78(5), 600–613. https://doi.org/10.1080/10357718.2024.2406279 Stephen Dziedzic, and Kyle Evans “How passports and a deal with China have put New Zealand at odds with its former colony Cook Islands”, ABC, 8 February 2025: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-02-08/cook-islands-new-zealand-relations-china-passports/104909718 The Last Dance (Netflix): https://www.netflix.com/au/title/80203144 Lady Gaga, Mayhem (album): https://open.spotify.com/album/2MHUaRi9OCyTN02SoyRRBJ

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Halo oketa wantok! This week on Tagata o te Mona: Samoan PM survives second vote of no confidence, Cook Islands considers becoming a Christian nation, we talk to a Kanak academic about possible political futures for New Caledonia and the Rainbow Warrior will return to the Marshall Islands to mark the 40th anniversary of Operation Exodus. All that and more stories from the week on RNZ Pacific.Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In Pacific Waves today: Traffic disruptions nearby Porgera mine following deadly clash; Samoan lawyer breaks down country's constitution; Christian declaration debate in Cook Islands continue; Rainbow Warrior ship revisits Marshall Islands. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

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In Focus on Politics, RNZ's political editor Jo Moir takes a look at New Zealand's relationship with China as three Chinese warships sit off the coast of Australia, and the Cook Islands signs new agreements with the superpower, without first consulting New Zealand. Foreign Minister was in Beijing this week for high-level meetings, and RNZ's Corin Dann was there to report from the ground.Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

#OCEANIA: COOK ISLANDS IN BEIJING CLEO PASKAL

RNZ Pacific Editor Koroi Hawkins discusses ongoing political turmoil in the region 

The unforeseen arrangements between China and the Cook Islands have induced greater interest in South Pacific geopolitics than we can ever remember. How we deal with this surprise confrontation will be fascinating to observe. One thing is obvious; the Kiwi's “benign strategic environment” has had its feathers ruffled. In 2019 George Friedman published “The Storm Before The Calm”, which suggested the sort of events we are now experiencing. George Friedman guests on Podcast 273. And, as ever, we round up with The Mailroom with Mrs Producer. File your comments and complaints at Leighton@newstalkzb.co.nz Haven't listened to a podcast before? Check out our simple how-to guide. Listen here on iHeartRadio Leighton Smith's podcast also available on iTunes:To subscribe via iTunes click here See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Winston Peters has made it clear to China that we aren't happy with its handling of the warships the Tasman Sea. The Foreign Minister's been meeting with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi in Beijing. Peters says the pair talked about China's new deal with the Cook Islands and the Chinese Navy vessels, which have now entered Australia's exclusive economic zone. Geopolitical analyst Geoffrey Miller told Mike Hosking Peters doesn't appear to have held back. He says it appears to have been a fairly tough conversation, and a robust exchange of views, with Peters saying it was a "failure" that China didn't give more notice to New Zealand. Miller says China probably didn't want things to play out as they have, and reports from Chinese state media suggest it's keen for more "dialogue" in the future. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) Join Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, as he breaks down today's biggest stories shaping America and the world. The State of the Union: Where America Stands – A deep dive into fresh polling on Trump's presidency, economic struggles for middle-class Americans, and the administration's strategy to turn things around. Trump's Energy Overhaul – Major changes in the oil industry as Trump's team pushes refinery upgrades and tariffs to reduce gas prices and cut reliance on foreign energy. China Expands Its Influence in the Pacific – A secret deal with the Cook Islands and warships near Australia signal a new challenge for U.S. power in the region. Biden's $500M Africa Investment Hits Trouble – A U.S.-funded railroad in the Congo faces economic setbacks, while a mysterious new virus emerges. Hamas' Offer to Step Aside—With a Catch – The terror group says it's ready to give up governing Gaza—but refuses to disarm. Argentina's Economic Comeback: A Lesson for the U.S.? – After months of painful reforms, Argentina is seeing inflation drop. Could America learn from its bold approach? The $6,000 Cow Gallstone Black Market – Criminal gangs in Brazil are targeting ranchers to cash in on an unusual but booming trade with China. "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." - John 8:32

On Wednesday evening Winston Peters will be seeking answers from his Chinese counterpart, Wang Yi, about the Chinese warships in the Tasman Sea and the controversial agreement signed with the Cook Islands. Political editor Jo Moir spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

The Cook Islands has struck a five-year agreement with China to cooperate in exploring and researching seabed mineral riches. Cook Islands Opposition MP Teariki Heather spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

How will the shocking hostage revelation affect an already fragile Israel-Gaza ceasefire? Then: we turn to Germany ahead of this weekend’s federal election, examine the spat between New Zealand and the Cook Islands and meet the team behind Finland’s award-winning digital agency. Plus: our fashion director reports from London Fashion Week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's episode, Foreign Minister Winston Peters wants to 'reset' New Zealand's relationship with the Cook Islands, Donald Trump has lashed out at Ukraine's President Zelenskyy on social media, calling him a "dictator without elections" who needs to "move fast" or lose his country, The union representing public servants says any changes to long service pay rises in the public service will lead to discrimination against women, Maori and Pasifika, and the Black Caps have opened their Champions Trophy ODI tournament with a 60-run win over hosts Pakistan in Karachi.

Foreign Minister Winston Peters wants to 'reset' New Zealand's relationship with the Cook Islands. Peters spoke to Corin Dann.

Foreign Minister Winston Peters wants to 'reset' New Zealand's relationship with the Cook Islands. United Party leader Teariki Heather spoke to Corin Dann.

New Zealand and the Cook Islands agreements require regular consultation on defence and security issues. But the Cooks have just signed a secret partnership with China, catching the NZ government unawares. If that's not bad enough, there is a second cause for major concern. It includes our Parliamentary Sovereignty, ownership of the entire NZ coastline and an activist Supreme Court indulging its collective ego. Muriel Newman, an ex MP (nine years) and the founder of the New Zealand Centre for Political Research (NZCPR.com), discusses the threats and dangers to the Parliament's position as the country's ultimate lawmaker. And on the subject of courts, we catch up with Michael Connett, the lawyer who fought and won against the EPA (the Environment Protection Agency) over compulsory fluoridation. Whatever your thoughts on the subject, it's a David and Goliath tale. And we visit The Mailroom with Mrs Producer. File your comments and complaints at Leighton@newstalkzb.co.nz Haven't listened to a podcast before? Check out our simple how-to guide. Listen here on iHeartRadio Leighton Smith's podcast also available on iTunes:To subscribe via iTunes click here See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

About 400 people - including Te Pāti Māori co-leader Debbie Ngarewa-Packer - have taken to the streets to protest the Cook Islands Prime Minister's recent decisions. The protest took place outside of parliament in Avarua, a day after Mark Brown returned from China where he signed several agreements. The biggest overarching framework, the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, has just been made public. The New Zealand Government feels Mr Brown should have been more transparent over his deals that he signed with China. Caleb Fotheringham has more. 

Cooperation on seabed mining, the establishment of diplomatic missions and preferential treatment in regional and multi-lateral fora are some of the standouts in the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership agreement signed by the Cook Islands and China. The Cook Islands government this afternoon released the text of the agreement saying it sets out a structured framework for the next five years of engagement between the two countries. RNZ Pacific Editor Koroi Hawkins spoke to Lisa Owen. 

The Cook Islands Prime Minister is hoping to have an opportunity to talk with the New Zealand government to heal some of the rift from his China trip. Mark Brown returned to Avarua on Monday afternoon following his week-long state visit where he signed a "comprehensive strategic partnership" to boost his nation's relationship with Beijing. Prior to signing the deal, he said that there was "no need for New Zealand to sit in the room with us" after the New Zealand Foreign Affairs Minister raised concerns about the agreement. Caleb Fotheringham reports from Rarotonga.

Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown is on his way back to Rarotonga after signing an agreement with China yesterday which has concerned our Deputy Prime Minister. Meanwhile a protest is being planned in the Cook Islands.

Why has New Zealand fallen out with the Cook Islands and Kiribati? And what does China have to do with it? Andrew Mueller explains. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wealth: Laurie Taylor talks to Brooke Harrington, Professor of Economic Sociology at Dartmouth College, New Hampshire, about the world of offshore finance, how it works and its impact, globally. As part of her research, she earned her own wealth management certificate and spent nearly eight years interviewing other professionals in the field, as well as visiting the 18 most popular tax havens in the world—from Mauritius, off the southeast coast of Africa, to the Cook Islands in the middle of the South Pacific - observing and interviewing the experts who keep the secrets and protect the fortunes of the global ultra-rich. Does offshore finance have costs for all of us at a time when democracies seem under threat and deepening inequalities are destabilising the world? Also, Guido Alfani, Professor of Economic History at Bocconi University, Milan, explores a 1000-year history of the super-rich in the West from the medieval period to today. He finds that their position within society has long been fragile and precarious. How have the uber rich been viewed by society, over time, and are they ripe for a re-appraisal?Producer: Jayne Egerton