Podcast appearances and mentions of David Farrar

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Zoe George & David Farrar. They discuss a workforce crisis facing the hospitality industry, and the huge decline in tourists visiting the USA. Zoe George is a communications consultant and freelance sports journalist David Farrar is the Editor of Kiwiblog and Owner of Curia Market Research whose clients include The National Party [picture id="4KQQY2C_045_panc03332_1_jpg" crop="16x10" layout="full"]

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Zoe George & David Farrar. They discuss the budget lock up lock out, and the Wellington Saints campaign to get basketball hoops into schools. Plus.... Do you remember the Bermuda triangle? Zoe George is a communications consultant and freelance sports journalist David Farrar is the Editor of Kiwiblog and Owner of Curia Market Research whose clients include The National Party [picture id="4M6XEG6_copyrightīmage_270090" crop="16x10" layout="full"]

Tonight on The Huddle, David Farrar from Kiwiblog and Curia and Jack Tame from ZB's Saturday Mornings and Q&A joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! The Green Party has unveiled their alternative Budget - what do we make of it? How laughable are these ideas? Brooke van Velden made history in Parliament today by dropping the c-bomb to call out Labour for referencing the Andrea Vance column. Was this the right move? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Prolific New Zealand businessman Sir Bob Jones has passed away at the age of 85. Jesse Mulligan spoke with political activist, blogger & pollster David Farrar about his life.

Tonight on The Huddle, Kiwiblog writer and Curia pollster David Farrar and Jack Tame from ZB's Saturday Mornings and Q&A joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! Wellington City Council has voted in favour of supporting lowering the voting age to 16 in local body elections. This is never going to go anywhere - is it? The Government's latest curriculum update involves teaching students about financial literacy. Do we think schools should be teaching this - or should it be taught at home? What do we make of Nicola's almost zero-budget one day on? Do we agree with Nicola's plan - or should she be going further? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on the show... The numbers don't lie. The NZ media is full of left leaning journalists... and it shows! Our news and other media is no longer unbiased and politically centered and it's beginning to get out of hand. Today I break down the numbers and show you what's up. Plus, the man behind the poll, David Farrar and political commentator Ashley Church join me to discuss these results and what they mean for New Zealand. And some Letters to the Editor! Website: https://www.rova.nz/home/podcasts/duncan-garner---editor-in-chief. Instagram: @DuncanGarnerpodcast TikTok: @DuncanGarnerpodcast

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Anna Dean and David Farrar. In the second half of the show, they discuss the avalanche of political interest in Greenland and chat to a local hero crusading against litter.

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Anna Dean and David Farrar. They discuss the Government's plan to scale back the number of rules agencies must follow when tendering contracts and fencing Wellington's waterfront to prevent drownings.

Tonight on The Huddle, Jack Tame from ZB's Saturday Mornings and Q&A and Kiwiblog's David Farrar joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! Where to we see this short-term Russia-Ukraine war ceasefire going over the next few days? Will Russia agree to it? All eyes will be on the Government's big Investment Summit tomorrow. Should we be expecting anything much? Whanganui Council has decided to dump plans for its food scrap bins. Do we agree with this? Should other councils follow suit? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on the show... The numbers are brutal - Luxon is sinking, Hipkins is ahead, and National is in freefall. The public has tuned out, the economy is worse, and his own MPs know it. So, how long until Luxon walks - or gets pushed? I talk to David Farrar, the man behind this poll - what are his thoughts? And some more Letters to the Editor! Website: https://www.rova.nz/home/podcasts/duncan-garner---editor-in-chief.html Instagram: @DuncanGarnerpodcast TikTok: @DuncanGarnerpodcast

Tonight on The Huddle, Kiwiblog's David Farrar and former Labour minister Stuart Nash joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! Foreign Minister Winston Peters made the decision to sack Phil Goff as High Commissioner to the UK after he questioned President Donald Trump's understanding of history. Was this the right call? The Government has revealed it plans to lower the age of eligibility for free bowel cancer screenings to 58. However, it's using funding set aside from the last Government's plan to lower screening for Māori and Pasifika to 50. What do we make of this? Air New Zealand CEO Greg Foran has officially resigned - and will step down from the role this October. How will he be remembered? Did he make the right call? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Aimie Hines & Tim Batt discuss: a new class action lawsuit against Johnson & Johnson, and twenty healthy trees that are due to be felled in Christchurch. Plus on yesterdays show David Farrar claimed Auckland's cafe's are now better than Wellingtons. Is he right? Aimie Hines is a Senior consultant at public affairs agency Capital Tim Batt is an award-winning stand up comedian, podcaster and producer who co-founded the live events company, TAP Live and runs his own podcast network, Little Empire Podcasts [picture id="4KC1H0E_CU_Lorax_Shirley_Village_Facebook_page_jpg" crop="16x10" layout="full"]

Tonight on The Huddle, Kiwiblog contributor and Curia pollster David Farrar and former Labour Chief of Staff Mike Munro joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! The Government has announced some new measures designed to create more competition in the supermarket sector. Do we think this problem can be solved? Does New Zealand need a third operator? The cost of car insurance is going up so much that more owners are looking into third-party insurers to save money. Should we be concerned? Is there a risk more people will ditch insurance altogether? Te Pati Māori's Tākuta Ferris apologised for misleading the House - and delivered the apology in Te Reo. Minister Shane Jones has fired back already - what do we make of this? US President Donald Trump has had discussions with Putin about potentially ending the war in Ukraine - do we think this can work? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists David Farrar & Claire Amos discuss: the Salvation Army's 2024 State Of The Nation report, and where NZ fits in the global picture post Trump. David Farrar is the owner of Curia Market Research and Editor of Kiwiblog. Curia's clients include the National Party Claire Amos is the principal at Albany Senior High School. Board member at NetSafeNZ and one of the founders of DisruptED - a community of 6000+ educators who want to positively disrupt education.

National's power in the polls looks to be shifting. Both the Taxpayers' Union-Curia poll and the 1News-Verian poll show the left bloc has the numbers to form a government if an election was held today. Both also have Christopher Luxon losing support in the preferred Prime Minister stakes. Curia pollster David Farrar told Mike Hosking people heard the bad economic news in December and are now unsure if the country will get out of it. He interprets the poll as people not abandoning the Government out of anger, but rather waiting to see what happens next. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tonight on The Huddle, Child Fund CEO Josie Pagani and Kiwiblog writer and Curia pollster David Farrar joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! President Donald Trump is floating the idea of 'cleaning out' Gaza as the ongoing conflict continues. What's going on here? The Treaty Principles Bill submissions started today - how do we think it went? Was it a constructive day? Finance Minister Nicola Willis has revealed the Government will loosen visa requirements for digital nomads to help bump the tourism numbers up and grow the economy. Do we think this will work? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tonight on The Huddle, Ali Jones from Red PR and Kiwiblog writer and Curia pollster David Farrar joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! The Treaty Principles Bill - David's done polling for Hobson's Pledge looking into support for or against the bill. What did we make of the findings? Greyhound racing - what do we think of the Government's ban on the sport? Is this the right call? A Reserve Bank consultation has shown Kiwis are still keen on physical coins and banknotes. But do we like the idea more than the reality? Do we still carry cash? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The first phase of the inquiry into the government's response to Covid-19 is out - and it's critical of vaccine mandates, saying they caused social harm to a significant minority of New Zealanders. Were vaccine mandates the biggest mistake of the Covid-19 response? Also, the Labour Party is holding its annual conference this weekend. How have they performed in opposition, and how do they become more relevant? To talk through those issues, as well as reflect on the tragic death of former National MP Nikki Kaye, broadcaster Grant Walker and Curia pollster David Farrar joined Nick for Friday Faceoff. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A friend of Nikki Kaye has described her as an incredibly determined person. The 44-year-old former National MP died on Saturday after battling cancer. Her family says a private cremation service was held on Monday. Kaye served as Auckland Central MP from 2008 until 2020. Friend David Farrar told Mike Hosking that he and others in the National party told her she wouldn't win the nomination or seat for Auckland Central. He says Kaye had a belief in herself and thought she could win it, she knocked on every door in the electorate, and did win. Farrar says she did a lot of cross-party work. He says she was very much a National MP, but never thought all goodness came from one party and worked across the political spectrum to achieve things. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tributes have come from all sides of the political spectrum after from National Party MP and minister Nikki Kaye died at the weekend after a long battle with cancer.

Tonight on The Huddle, David Farrar of Kiwiblog and Curia and Child Fund's Josie Pagani joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! TJ Perenara raised a few eyebrows following his controversial haka at last week's All Blacks match. Was this appropriate to do before the game? It's been a full year since the new Government was sworn in. What do we think so far? What have been their biggest wins - and losses? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Chief of Staff to Jacinda Ardern, Mike Munro and Kiwiblog and Curia pollster David Farrar join the Huddle to discuss the apology for victims of state care, Trump and Luxon's phone call, car wash horrors, and reduced speed limits in urban areas. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Penny Ashton & David Farrar to discuss the new proposed stalking laws and Auckland council's $800,000 spend on a Christmas tree for the city.

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Penny Ashton & David Farrar to discuss whether Joe Biden should pardon the incumbent president and a community choir's once in a lifetime opportunity to perform with Coldplay.

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists David Farrar & Ella Henry discuss early voting in the US election, Invercargill's new museum. And.... Spaghetti on toast... A kiwi classic or gross?

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists David Farrar & Ella Henry discuss today's workers rights rally. Plus is AirNZs lolly basket rotting peoples teeth?

Tonight on The Huddle, motivational speaker and social activist Dave Letele and Kiwiblog writer and Curia pollster David Farrar joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! Councils around the country might be looking at their own finances after the Government appointed a Crown observer to Wellington City Council yesterday. Plenty of other councils have had huge rates rises recently - should they feel put on notice? David Seymour has announced he's managed to save over $100 million per year with his new school lunch programme. The meals include 'hidden veggie' butter chicken, Thai chicken curry and rice bean burritos. What do we think of this? Was the backlash against David Seymour taken too far? ANZ head Antonia Watson raised a few eyebrows after she revealed she wasn't keeping track of how much she earned each year. Is this to be expected from a bank CEO? Uber Eats is set to expand into Taupō, Levin, Whakatāne, Timaru, Wānaka and other small Kiwi towns. Are we looking forward to this? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tonight on The Huddle, Kiwiblog contributor and Curia pollster David Farrar and Jack Tame from ZB's Saturday Mornings and Q&A joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! According to a new poll, over half of Kiwi voters think Prime Minister Chris Luxon is out of touch. Why do we think this is? Is this a problem? Wellington Council held an emergency meeting to figure out how to address the multi-million dollar hole in its Long Term Plan. The council is set to meet with the Local Government Minister tomorrow - will they be able to avoid an intervention? Donald Trump danced for 40 minutes on stage during a campaign event. What's going on in the US? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Anna Dean and David Farrar discuss capital gains tax

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Anna Dean and David Farrar

Tonight on The Huddle, Kiwiblog writer and Curia pollster David Farrar and Jack Tame from ZB's Saturday Mornings and Q&A joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! Do we really need a Capital Gains Tax? ANZ CEO Antonia Watson has joined the growing calls for one but Heather's not on board - what do we think? Another review into the Northland power pylon incident revealed it was completely avoidable - after it lost tens of millions in economic activity. Does Transpower need to cough up? New data has revealed Kiwis' overall satisfaction with life has held up over the last couple years, despite rampant inflation and economic concerns. Is this proof life here isn't all that bad? LISTEN ABOVE    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tonight on The Huddle, Kiwiblog contributor and Curia pollster David Farrar and Ali Jones from Red PR joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! New Zealand's spy agency has issued a warning about potential foreign interference in the country. Are we too relaxed about potential threats?  The Government has pushed up the tourism levy - it'll go up from $35 to $100 by October. Is this a good call - or will it hurt the economy? New data shows that more couples over 50 are getting divorced - why do we think this is?  LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tonight on The Huddle, Jack Tame from ZB's Saturday Mornings and Q&A and Kiwiblog's David Farrar joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more!  Insurance companies are bringing in extra money - IAG posted a profit increase of 1000 percent. Whar do we make of this. Police will be cracking down on parents who smoke in the car with their kids after three years of looking the other way - do we agree with this change? Do police need to focus on this? Staffers in David Seymour's Ministry of Regulation earn on average $150,000 a year. Does this seem fair following all the public sector cuts? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tonight on The Huddle, Kiwiblog writer and Curia pollster David Farrar and Toby Manhire from The Spinoff joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! Prime Minister caught a bit of backlash after suggesting schools might have to defer arts and music to focus on teaching more maths. Do we agree with Luxon? Health NZ has done a u-turn on Keytruda - allowing some cancer patients to get early access. Was this the right call? Winstone's pulp and timber mills have seen their power bills jump by 600 percent and are closing their mills for a couple of weeks because it's too expensive to keep going. Should the Government intervene? New research shows children who spend too much time on their screens display behaviours that mimic ADHD. How can we manage this? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Anna Dean & David Farrar discuss our Olympic rowing medal haul and Simeon Browns plan to remove blanket speed limits. Anna Dean is a journalist and brand strategist. David Farrar is the owner of Curia Market Research and Editor of Kiwiblog. He is a member of the National Party.

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Anna Dean & David Farrar discuss the pros and cons of charter schools, and the community hall celebrating its 110th birthday. Anna Dean is a journalist and brand strategist. David Farrar is the owner of Curia Market Research and Editor of Kiwiblog. He is a member of the National Party.

Tonight on The Huddle, journalist Paddy Gower and David Farrar from Kiwiblog joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! A harrowing report of the Royal Commission of Inquiry into historic abuse and neglect of New Zealanders in state and faith institutions has been branded a 'national disgrace'. What do we make of this?  A new report has revealed Health NZ is encouraging staff to incorporate Karakia - or prayer - into their work. Does this need to go? Trump's VP JD Vance has been taking digs at Kamala Harris over her lack of biological children. Is this a serious political strategy? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tonight on The Huddle, Kiwiblog writer and Curia pollster David Farrar and Auckland Councillor Richard Hills joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! The Ministry of Social Development has confirmed benefit sanctions rose 53 percent in the June quarter, compared to the year before. Is the tougher approach the way to go to reduce unemployment? On top of a rocky campaign, President Joe Biden has tested positive for Covid. Is this the last straw for him? Does he need to step down? There's concern from experts after Associate Health Minister Casey Costello ordered a 50 percent cut to excise tax on heated tobacco products. What do we make of this? Northland's Grant McCullum is calling on Transpower to compensate Northlanders with discounted transmission fees after last month's infamous outage. Will this help? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Over 860 days into the conflict, blogger, pollster and RNZ regular David Farrar has recently returned from visiting Ukraine and he speaks to Emile Donovan about his experience of a country still very much at war.

Tonight on The Huddle, Kiwiblog head and Curia pollster David Farrar and former Health NZ chair Rob Campbell joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! The Housing Minister has announced a raft of changes designed to fill urban areas with development land and remove council powers to mandate boundaries and standards. Do we agree with these changes? How will we cover the hidden costs? Consumer NZ has called for a ban on sunbeds, after an increase in young or vulnerable users putting themselves at risk to use them. Do we agree with this? Joe Biden has dug his heels in and refused to drop out of the presidential race, despite growing calls from the Democrats after last week's debate. Do we think Biden can hang on until November? Do we agree with Razor's All Blacks squad picks ahead of their clash against England? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Kathryn Graham & David Farrar discuss the state of local Government and the Julian Assange verdict. Kathryn Graham is a Maori Development Executive at the New Zealand Film Commission David is the owner of Curia Market Research, editor of Kiwiblog and a member of the National Party

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Kathryn Graham & David Farrar discuss funding cuts to budgeting services & Matariki. Kathryn Graham is a Maori Development Executive at the New Zealand Film Commission David is the owner of Curia Market Research, editor of Kiwiblog and a member of the National Party

Hi This is Brad Weisman - Click Here to Send Me a Text Message"We go to see a concert or a hockey game to be entertained, while behind the scenes there's a whole team of people working hard to make sure everything goes smoothly.  Did you know that it costs $30,000 a month in electric to keep the ice going for the hockey season?  From famous Comedians to the top Music Entertainers, David Farrar has seen it all and tells all on this episode." - Brad WeismanWhat does it take to manage a bustling entertainment hub that hosts everything from concerts and bull riding to hockey games?  Join us as we chat with David Farrar, the General Manager of Santander Arena, Santander Performing Arts Center, and the Reading Royals hockey team.  David shares the rigorous demands of his role, including juggling events and the constant back-and-forth between venues.  Learn about the adrenaline-filled moments of maintaining an aging ice plant during crucial playoff games, the significant costs involved in its replacement, and the meticulous daily maintenance required to keep the ice rink in top condition.Ever wondered about the complexity of creating and maintaining a professional ice rink? David provides a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at the meticulous process—embedding logos, ensuring consistent ice thickness, and the intense effort required for indoor professional rinks.  From the increased business to celebrity encounters with the likes of Chris Stapleton and Elton John, this episode is packed with engaging stories and insights.As live entertainment makes a triumphant return, David reflects on the journey from strict COVID-19 restrictions to the vibrant atmosphere of recent events.  Learn about ongoing challenges such as city parking issues and get a sneak peek at upcoming events and performances.  From the engaging atmosphere of the Reading Royals' games to the advertising opportunities within the venue, David's insights shed light on the immense effort required to keep such entertainment hubs thriving. Tune in for an in-depth look at the dedication and passion behind managing multiple venues and providing unforgettable experiences. #SantanderArena #DavidFarrar #LiveMusic #ReadingPA #bradweisman ---Welcome to The Brad Weisman Show (formerly known as Real Estate and YOU), where we dive into the world of real estate, real life, and everything in between with your host, Brad Weisman!

Tonight on the Huddle, David Farrar and Mark Sainsbury joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! Wellington Council's CEO is under fire for trying to hide information from councillors. Is this a bad move? GDP rose 0.2 percent, bring New Zealand out of technical recession. Is this good news for the economy - or is the worst yet to come? The Just Stop Oil protestors were caught vandalising Stonehenge, with two arrested. Is throwing paint on a historical landmark a step too far?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tonight on The Huddle, Kiwiblog contributor and Curia pollster David Farrar and Hauraki host and author Matt Heath joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! Has the Government made the right call in promising to deliver on the promised cancer drugs that got left off last year's Budget? Are they u-turning after seeing the public reaction? Should they just leave it to Pharmac to make funding decisions? A new poll from the Guardian says over two-thirds of Australian voters think the age limit for social media should be raised from 13 to 16. Do we think this will work? The Police Commissioner believes shorter opening hours for liquor shops and higher prices are the answer to the nation's alcohol abuse issues. Is this the right solution? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Niki Bezzant & David Farrar discuss the rise of the Wellington Phoenix - they're on fire right now. Plus are persimmon the new apple? Niki Bezzant is a journalist, speaker and author. David Farrar is the owner of Curia Market Research, Editor of Kiwiblog and a member of the National Party. [picture id="4NKB19Kīmage_crop_71001" crop="16x10" layout="full"]

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Niki Bezzant & David Farrar discuss workplace bullying, and the situation in New Caledonia. Niki Bezzant is a journalist, speaker and author. David Farrar is the owner of Curia Market Research, Editor of Kiwiblog and a member of the National Party. [picture id="4MF0BQVīmage_crop_117607" crop="16x10" layout="full"]

Tonight on The Huddle, Matt Heath from Radio Hauraki and David Farrar, Kiwiblog contributor and Curia pollster joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! King Charles' portrait has divided the world, with some labelling it bold - or horrifying. What do we think? NSW officials have launched a recruitment drive to poach Kiwi police. Can New Zealand compete with Australia? How do we keep our skilled workers in the country? Foodstuffs has voiced concerns with the state of retail crime as incidents keep happening. What's the solution here? How can we keep crime down? LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We don't have our usual political panel this week, but we have something that might appeal to political junkies. The International Democracy Union - an alliance of conservative political parties from 65 countries - winds up a forum on Friday in Wellington. Around 100 delegates were hosted this week at Premier House. Twenty-nine currently governing parties were represented, including New Zealand's National party. And among the National party attendees were former party president Sue Wood, and political activist and blogger David Farrar. Wood and Farrar spoke to Corin Dann.

Director and writer Harrison Atkins (Lace Crater) joins for a discussion of Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger's rhapsodic 1947 drama, BLACK NARCISSUS starring Deborah Kerr, Kathleen Byron, David Farrar and Sabu. Based on Rumer Godden's novel, BLACK NARCISSUS tells the story of Anglican nuns establishing a convent on a Himalayan mountaintop. Overwhelmed by the region's natural beauty and their own natural urges, the sisters begin to question their lives as nuns. Shot in stunning Technicolor by cinematographer Jack Cardiff, BLACK NARCISSUS is one of Powell and Pressburger's defining films, a thorny, surprisingly modern work on female devotion, repression, lust and madness. Join Mama Needs a Movie as it gazes into BLACK NARCISSUS, with some diversions into Annihilation, Paris Is Burning, declining horniness, Madeline, Silence, haircuts, Sister Wendy and much, much more! BLACK NARCISSUS is available to stream with subscription to The Criterion Channel or Max, and can be streamed for free on Freevee, Tubi, and The Roku Channel.