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In a special interview with MediaWorks news journalist Azriel Taylor, former New Zealand Prime Minister and Opposition Leader Chris Hipkins tackles vaping rules, cost of living, and local government challenges. On the economy, Hipkins argues the coalition has worsened pressures through rising rates and stalled infrastructure. He condemns climate policy rollbacks, advocating for renewable energy, and voices concerns over voting law changes. Hipkins also backs Palestinian statehood and urged moving beyond political blame towards practical solutions for New Zealand's future. Get in touch with Duncan - duncan@rova.nz and join us on the socials. Website: https://www.rova.nz/home/podcasts/duncan-garner---editor-in-chief.html Instagram: @DuncanGarnerpodcast TikTok: @DuncanGarnerpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this powerful episode of Misperceived, Leah sits down with Ellie Angell, a trans woman who shares her raw, personal journey toward living as her true self. Diving into gender identity, Ellie discusses the emotional realities of transitioning—gains, losses, and the courage it takes to confront deeply rooted misperceptions. Through heartfelt conversation, Leah and Ellie expose the impact of societal myths on the trans community and challenge listeners to rethink what it means to truly be authentic.Follow Leah Ruppanner at https://www.instagram.com/prof.leah/Follow the MissPerceived Podcast on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/missperceivedpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Labour's accusing the government of having more spin than a front load washer, over the cost-of-living. Labour Leader Chris Hipkins spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Under pressure over the cost-of-living, the government is attempting to reclaim the narrative with a lengthy reminder of its economic efforts. Political reporter Russell Palmer has the story.
The government has mounted a lengthy, full-throated defence of its record on the cost-of-living - and says now is the time to double-down on its economic plan - not back down. Acting political editor Craig McCulloch spoke to Corin Dann.
Jeremy Cordeaux returns in this Garage Edition with another explosive session of The Court of Public Opinion. He dissects the cost-of-living catastrophe, slams Labor’s renewable energy obsession, and exposes union interference blocking fair wage increases. Jeremy applauds a convoy of hay trucks saving farmers, tears down the hypocrisy of “Welcome to Country”, and exposes UK-bound migrants admitting they’re chasing welfare. Plus, Palestine’s real enemy, a HECS debt bombshell, and wild historical stories—from David Niven to Bonnie & Clyde. Raw, sharp and very Jeremy. Rainfall and hope for Australian farmers Quarterly inflation figures expected to trigger interest rate cuts Albanese’s appearance on “Insiders” – more promo than interview Cost-of-living crisis blamed on Labor’s renewable obsession Bedford Industries under threat despite state funding Sheltered workshops and special schools under ideological pressure Union control: workers blocked from accepting 35% pay rises Private member’s bill to end “Welcome to Country” rituals 80-truck hay convoy helps SA drought-stricken farmers Environmental hypocrisy: wind farms destroying countryside ACTU blames bosses for low productivity – deflecting from union demands Gaza/Palestine vs Hamas: suffering caused by terrorist leadership UK welfare magnet – Channel crossing migrants expose system Nigel Farage poised to take control of British politics HECS debt cut by 20% – calls for full abolition spark debate Sponsored mentions: Rising Sun Hotel and Jim Elder’s Art Auction Historical birthdays and events (Royal wedding, Bonnie & Clyde, mushroom poisoning case, David Niven) For more, head to jeremycordeaux.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Times are tough, many businesses unable to survive the cost of living crisis and downturned economy. Cultural institutions and smaller businesses alike are closing up shop, and Kevin Milne is dismayed by the loss of Kiwi enterprises. One in particular, the colourful Matakana ceramics firm Morris & James, is particularly saddening for him. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Times are tough, many businesses unable to survive the cost of living crisis and downturned economy. Cultural institutions and smaller businesses alike are closing up shop, and Kevin Milne is dismayed by the loss of Kiwi enterprises. One in particular, the colourful Matakana ceramics firm Morris & James, is particularly saddening for him. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The debate over butter prices has National on the back foot, and the party is accusing the opposition of having no ideas - a seeming reversal from about this time in the last Parliamentary term. While the rhetoric from politicians has so far resulted in little real action, it all points to a deeper concern about cost of living. Political Reporter Russell Palmer tries to clarify the situation. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
Drazan makes the case that there's no need for a special session as emergency funds can fill the gap. Does that mean R's aren't going to show up? https://www.oregonlive.com/opinion/2025/07/opinion-use-emergency-funding-account-to-prevent-odot-layoffs.htmlKotek still wants a massive cost of living increase in a watered down transportation tax increase. https://kobi5.com/news/top-stories/governor-kotek-outlines-plan-for-special-session-280082/ ODOT #1 lie debunked: https://oregoncatalyst.com/89664-odot-big-fib-1-debunked.html PA's dirty voter rolls are the same as Oregon's has been for decades: https://thefederalist.com/2025/07/28/riddled-with-errors-dirty-voter-rolls-pose-growing-threat-to-election-integrity/ Golf Force One, armored golf cart for Trump in Scotland: https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2025/07/golf-force-one-armored-golf-cart-seen-as/ Trump's historic EU trade deal: tariff's work: https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2025/07/as-trump-reaches-historic-eu-trade-deal-his/
Cost-of-living politics reared its head again at Parliament, with MPs exchanging blows over soaring butter prices. Labour accused the coalition of lacking a plan, a claim immediately thrown back at it by a fired-up Christopher Luxon. All this came as Nicola Willis prepares to meet with the global dairy giant Fonterra to hear its take on dairy costs. Acting political editor Craig McCulloch reports.
FIRST WITH YESTERDAY'S NEWS (highlights from Tuesday on Newstalk ZB) It's All About Butter/More Doctors Is Probably Good/The Way We Watch TellySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jeremy Cordeaux returns with another fiery Garage edition, holding nothing back as he critiques the Albanese government, reflects on Australia’s economic struggles, and questions the media's role in shaping public opinion. From power prices to immigration, Jeremy challenges conventional narratives and calls for accountability in politics and journalism. Anthony Albanese and public trust issues Skyrocketing electricity prices and economic pressures Media bias and manipulation, especially the ABC Immigration and national identity concerns Qantas CEO controversies Aged care and political mismanagement The future of Australian democracy Political correctness vs. free speech Calls for media accountability and integrity Australian sovereignty and international perception More at Jeremycordeaux.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Inflation is coming dangerously close to the top end of the Reserve Bank's target band. It's reached 2.7% year-on-year – the main drivers being council rates, increased rents, electricity prices, and food prices. Independent economist Cameron Bagrie told Ryan Bridge that there's not only cyclical damage to the economy from the Reserve Bank's efforts to curb inflation, but also significant structural issues. He says that productivity used to be, on average, 1.4% per year, but it's now down to 0.3%. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feeling the cost of living squeeze? This week’s Money Diarist is too. She’s a vet, a mum of two, and part of a household doing all the “right” things… but still feeling seriously stretched. With interest rates climbing and every non-essential cut (yep, even the home internet), she’s in one of those seasons where money stress is just part of the daily juggle. This one is real, and way too relatable.Ready to binge more relatable, inspiring, and downright juicy money stories? Check out our ultimate Money Diaries playlist. Listen now Join our Facebook Group AKA the ultimate support network for money advice and inspiration. Ask questions, share tips, and celebrate your wins with a like-minded crew of 300,000+. And follow us on Instagram for Q&As, bite-sized tips, daily money inspo... and relatable money memes that just get you. Acknowledgement of Country By Nartarsha Bamblett aka Queen Acknowledgements. The advice shared on She's On The Money is general in nature and does not consider your individual circumstances. She's On The Money exists purely for educational purposes and should not be relied upon to make an investment or financial decision. If you do choose to buy a financial product, read the PDS, TMD and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored towards your needs. Victoria Devine and She's On The Money are authorised representatives of Money Sherpa PTY LTD ABN - 321649 27708, AFSL - 451289.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
DJ & Matt discuss the trivia behind the 1980 Comedy, Crime Film "How To Beat The High Cost of Living" starring Susan Saint James, Jane Curtain and Jessica Lange. Next Time: Vibes (1988) To Be Released on 8/01 Recommendations: "Crackers" (1984) and "The Best Little Whorehouse In Texas" (1982) Write to DJ & Matt at matineeminutiae@gmail.com Leave a comment on our page at matineeminutiae.com Follow the show on BlueSky. View our our videos on Odysee. Friend DJ on Facebook
The economic situation in Indonesia in recent years has not been good enough. For people, meeting daily needs ends up being a priority issue, and to the exclusion of other important matters, such as efforts to eradicate corruption. - Situasi ekonomi di Indonesia dalam beberapa tahun terakhir tidak cukup bagus. Bagi masyarakat, memenuhi kebutuhan sehari-hari akhirnya menjadi isu prioritas, dan mengesampingkan hal-hal lain yang penting, seperti upaya pemberantasan korupsi.
Mícheál Lehane, Political Correspondent, reports on the latest news from the Dáil.
A Dublin restauranteur has said that the cost of living is the reason for a noticeable drop in the number of people dining in Dublin restaurants.Renowned chef Oliver Dunne and economist Austin Hughes spoke to Matt about how more people are feeling the pinch when deciding to eat out in Ireland.Hit the ‘Play' button on this page to hear the conversation.
Are we going to see any easing of cost of living crises for people? Ciara asked Minister for Finance, Paschal Donohoe this morning.
Over the past week we've been hearing about how the cost of living is affecting families right across the country, meaning some go without food so their kids can eat, or some families go without heating.Reporter Meghan O'Halloran joined Kieran in studio to look a little deeper into this and spoke with families, those providing support to these families and also to Stephen Moffat, CEO of Barnardos whose figures highlighted how families are struggling with this cost of living crisis…
Pearse Doherty, Sinn Féin's Finance Spokesperson, gives his party's reaction to the news there will be no one-off cost of living measures in this year's budget.
Patrick O'Donovan, Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport, Fine Gael TD for Limerick County
Jerry spoke to Fine Gael’s Neale Richmond who’s Minister of State for International Development and Diaspora.
Alison saved Roxy's snake in Cork last week. Business owners are nervous about the possible introduction of 30% tariffs next month. Declan has noticed a rise in supermarket prices. Mary Frances was pickpocketed while on holidays. Ben Healy is the first Irishman to wear the yellow jersey at the Tour de France since Stephen Roche.
Paul Cunningham. Political Correspondent, reports on the latest Irish political news.
Government promises 'fiscal restraint' and no one-off cost of living payments in Budget 2026, we debate if they're right with Cormac Lucey, Economics Columnist with the Sunday Times Ireland and Suzanne Rodgers, Research & Policy Analyst with Social Justice Ireland.
Chuck Todd begins with a rant about his beloved Washington Nationals interesting selection with the #1 overall draft pick. He pivots to the firestorm surrounding the Trump administration over their refusal to release the promised Epstein files to the public and why Trump's reality TV style of governance is colliding with actual reality. He also discusses Trump's retribution campaign having a chilling effect on dissent, the ongoing effort to fire Fed chairman Jay Powell, and highlights a troubling trend for Democrats.Then, Chuck is joined by congresswoman Brittany Pettersen, who offers an insider's perspective on the challenges facing both Congress and her swing district in Colorado. The conversation begins with her advocacy for modernizing congressional rules, particularly around proxy voting for pregnant members, before diving into broader structural issues plaguing the institution. Pettersen argues that Congress has become increasingly dysfunctional due to the consolidation of power in leadership and the erosion of legislative authority, making it especially difficult for women and minority party members to effectively serve their constituents.The discussion covers a wide range of policy challenges, from the housing crisis and healthcare access to immigration reform and climate change. Pettersen emphasizes the need for massive federal investment in housing rather than tax incentives, warns that Trump's policies will exacerbate the housing crisis, and predicts that the homeowners insurance industry will force Congress to act on climate change. She also tackles the politically sensitive topic of immigration, arguing that outdated policies have worsened border security issues and that comprehensive reform would be the best way to address rising costs. Throughout the conversation, Pettersen stresses the importance of transparency in government spending, believing voters deserve to know exactly what services are sacrificed when tax cuts are implemented.Finally, Chuck answers listeners' questions in the “Ask Chuck” segment regarding Trump administration salaries, third party candidates in presidential elections and the immigration bill that never received a vote. Timeline:(Timestamps may vary based on advertisements)00:00 Introduction00:15 Nationals perplexing #1 draft pick02:45 The pick isn't reassuring to Nats fans04:00 You can't win if you aren't willing to spend money07:00 Trump's reality TV approach is clashing with reality08:30 Trump is acting very nervous about the Epstein files10:00 The most simple explanations for the Epstein file debacle11:00 What is Trump trying to distract from?11:45 Trump's immigration narrative doesn't match reality14:00 “Alligator Alcatraz” is a disgusting P.R. stunt15:15 The fear Trump has created will hurt the economy16:15 Misinformation made the Texas disaster far worse18:45 Reality will always get the last word20:30 Our broken information ecosystem is running into reality21:30 Trump's retribution campaign is chilling dissent23:30 People who know better are staying silent24:45 Trump is looking for a pretext to fire Jay Powell from the Fed26:00 Trump wants to use a “cost overrun” loophole to fire Powell29:00 There is a gender crisis brewing for the Democratic party31:00 Democrats are being viewed as the “women's party” and against men33:30 Check out Chuck's interview with Rahm Emmanuel on Noosphere!35:00 Brittany Pettersen joins the Chuck ToddCast! 35:30 Tour of Colorado's 7th district 37:15 Changing congressional rules for proxy voting by pregnant members 40:45 Will she introduce legislation for proxy voting if there's a new speaker? 42:30 What guardrails should be put on proxy voting? 44:30 Congress isn't set up for women 46:45 How difficult is it being in the house minority? 48:30 Big beautiful bill removed substance abuse waiver from Medicaid 49:30 Consolidation of power in leadership has been bad for democracy 52:30 Congress has given away its authority to leadership and the executive 55:00 Balancing voter concerns in a swing district 57:30 Social safety nets are being cut off 1:00:00 Is the housing crisis a state or federal issue? 1:01:00 Housing needs massive investment, not tax incentives 1:02:30 What does that investment look like? 1:04:15 Trump's policies will make the housing crisis worse 1:05:45 The homeowners insurance industry will force congress to act on climate 1:07:30 Will leaders re-think killing FEMA after the Texas disaster? 1:10:15 Will FEMA become Medicaid for disasters? 1:12:15 Voters deserve a receipt for their tax dollars 1:14:00 Voters should know what services get sacrificed for tax cuts 1:15:15 How can the immigration system be improved? 1:17:00 Fixing immigration would be the best way to address rising costs 1:18:30 Did Democrats blow it on the issue of border security? 1:20:00 Outdated immigration policy made the border issue far worse 1:21:30 Any interest in running for Michael Bennet's senate seat? 1:23:00 Should there be an age cap for legislators? 1:25:15 What is wrong with the Colorado Rockies?1:27:30 Chuck's thoughts on interview with Brittany Petterson 1:28:45 Ask Chuck 1:29:00 Do Trump appointees with multiple roles get multiple salaries? 1:31:00 Would a viable third party cause a deadlock in presidential elections? 1:35:00 Thoughts on the prior immigration reform bill that was tanked? 1:40:30 Andrew Cuomo trying to rally support against Mamdani
Washington teachers earn the highest adjusted salaries in the country, but some critics say student achievement is not keeping pace. Vicki Murray of the Washington Policy Center argues for performance-based pay as test scores remain low statewide. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/high-pay-low-test-scores-wa-teachers-earn-most-when-adjusted-for-cost-of-living/ #TeacherPay #EducationSpending #WashingtonSchools #StudentOutcomes #WPC #VickiMurray #NCTQ #WAed #PublicEducation
The cost of living is crunching down again, as more than 30-thousand Kiwis reportedly moved abroad last year. Are there any more changes can people make to save money? What things can they afford to cut? Additionally, at what point do we look in the mirror and say the problem is our lack of personal discipline? "Financial Force of Nature", and Founder of financial strategy site joins Tim Beveridge for Smart money... LISTEN NOWSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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# 177 There is a strike in Philadelphia by the members of DC33. They include trash collectors, 911 dispatchers and health center workers. There has been a lot of back and forth already between sides, but some of the arguments just don't hold water. In this episode, I cover some of the false information out there and my thoughts on what each side should do. See if you agree with me or not!Support the show
Episode 96. For the current generation of young workers in Canada, the feeling that housing and everything else is a little more expensive than the prior generation is present. Why?In this episode of the Lifetime at Work Podcast, host Greg Martin interviews Paul Musson, a Canadian investor with a 25-year career at Mackenzie Investments. They discuss Paul's journey from his early days in Montreal to his retirement from mutual funds and his current endeavors, including his blog, podcast, and newly released book, Capital Offense: Why Some Benefit At Your Expense. The conversation delves into Paul's belief that the current economic system is broken, the impact of central bank policies on housing and asset prices, and the invisible financial strains faced by the younger generation. Paul shares insights on the real versus fake wealth effect, the role of central banks, and the importance of understanding the true concept of money and capital. He offers advice for young people navigating today's challenging economic landscape and highlights the necessity of economic reforms to ensure a fairer system for future generations.00:00 Introduction to the Podcast01:12 Meet Paul Musson: From Wales to Canada01:32 Paul's Early Career Struggles and Successes03:53 Journey into the Financial World06:03 Reflections on a Career in Investing09:01 The Philosophy Behind Paul's Book14:15 Understanding the Monetary System18:39 The Impact of Central Bank Policies23:11 Housing Market and Capital Redistribution25:59 Housing Market Crisis: A Generational Divide26:07 The Impact of Immigration on Housing26:38 Government Policies and Their Consequences31:00 Advice for the Younger Generation34:30 Understanding Economic Policies42:43 Global Economic Comparisons43:20 The Role of Tariffs and Trade Policies46:14 Canada's Economic Challenges49:26 Promoting the Book and Final Thoughts
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JC Cole always brings a dose of reality and what precious metals are actually worth.
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Rep. John Ley outlines how new taxes and fees are raising costs for Washington families and businesses. His update covers fuel prices, housing affordability, state budget impacts, and transportation policy shifts. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-your-cost-of-living-is-about-to-go-up-as-the-majority-partys-new-taxes-and-fees-kick-in/ #JohnLey #CostOfLiving #WashingtonPolitics #GasTaxes #ChildcareCosts #StateBudget #HomelessnessCrisis #HousingCosts #IBR #TransportationPolicy
Each Tuesday, we discuss an older entertainment property, and currently, that's Lost. On this Eko-flashback episode, it was another day on the island, another goodbye to a cast member, and another round of mind games. So, about what we've come to expect from Lost.Next Tuesday, we'll continue with season 3, episode 6, "I Do." Tomorrow, we'll continue our discussion of a newer show, Duster.
Nightlife News Breakdown with Philip Clark, joined by Amy Remeikis, from the Australia Institute and an independent political commentator.
Ali Velshi is joined by fmr. Rep. Joe Walsh, The Contrarian's co-founder Jennifer Rubin, Slate's Dahlia Lithwick, former U.S. Attorney Barbara McQuade
Ali Velshi is joined by The Atlantic's Norman Ornstein, former Rep. Charlie Dent, NYC Comptroller Brad Lander, The Brookings Institution's Andre Perry, syndicated radio host Thom Hartmann.
Ali Velshi is joined by The Nation's Elie Mystal, longtime Pentagon reporter Kevin Baron, and author of ‘World War Z' Max Brooks.
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