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A serial killer who kept his victims' heads, a woman held under a waterbed for seven years, and a phantom passenger who vanishes from the back seat — the open road has taken more than its share.EPISODE BLOG PAGE (includes sources): https://weirddarkness.com/HitchhikingHorrorsREAD or DOWNLOAD the full transcript of this episode: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/29xmnbkaFEATURED STORIES IN THIS EPISODE: The open road is a beautiful place where you can make friends that you'd otherwise never meet and have adventures that will change your life. But there are also extreme dangers to traveling with strangers on highways and backroads. No matter how trustworthy or well-intentioned a driver might seem, it's nearly impossible to tell if they are actually a predator or murderer, preying upon innocent hitchhikers. Creepy, true hitchhiker stories can make you think twice before picking up that stranger at the side of the road - or trying to "thumb it" yourself.LISTEN ON PODCAST APPS: Look for this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Amazon Music, Pandora, TuneIn Radio, and other podcast apps. Get a list of free listening apps here: https://weirddarkness.com/wdapps*No AI Voices Are Used In The Narration Of This Podcast*SOURCES and RESOURCES:“The Hitchhiker” original story at the beginning of this episode was written by HoneyBunny00:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p8b53e2“Hitchhiking Horror Stories” by Isadora Teich for Ranker.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/3yj8t3ka, by Jacob Shelton for Ranker.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2s4a2wkz, Eric Redding for ThoughtCatalog.com:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/hk8pn8rf, and from ScaryCarries.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2aead59t“Phantom Hitchhikers” posted at Anomalien.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/y4dxkv7m, Kelly Agan for Medium.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/36wucpzm, Paul Adams for The History Press:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p8z538u, and Krystal DeCosta for ScientificAmerican.com:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/mr29nkpa(Over time links may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. 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Copyright ©2026, Weird Darkness.Originally aired: January, 2021Weird Darkness gathers the true horrors of the open road and the ghosts said to haunt it, moving from real hitchhiker murders across the United States and abroad to the phantom passengers who vanish from the back seat before the ride is over.It opens with the account of a newly married couple driving through a rainstorm who stop for a soaked hitchhiker, drop him at a crossroads, and later break down on a dark stretch of highway, only for the wife to wake to police floodlights and the sight of the same man atop their car with a machete over her husband's dismembered body, an escaped prison inmate cut down by gunfire moments after she runs.From there the show turns to a long run of documented and reported cases. Jacci Ansell-Lamb was last seen hitchhiking from London toward Manchester in May 1970 and found sexually assaulted and strangled with electrical wire outside Knutsford, England, a killing police have linked to serial murderer Peter Tobin though no suspect was ever charged. A German traveler on foot near Timaru, New Zealand had all his belongings stolen by a man in a white Honda in February 2016. Along Australia's outback near the cattle town of Hughenden, as many as twelve hitchhikers including eighteen-year-old Catherine Graham and thirty-two-year-old Tony Jones turned up dead over roughly two decades on a stretch dubbed the Highway of Death, the murders still unsolved. On May 19, 1977, twenty-year-old Colleen Stan was hitchhiking to a friend's birthday in California when Cameron Hooker picked her up and held her as a sex slave for seven years, keeping her in a box beneath his waterbed until his wife helped her escape in 1984 and Hooker drew a 104-year sentence.Next comes the case of Edmund Kemper, the six-foot-nine "Co-ed Killer" born December 18, 1948, who shot his grandmother and grandfather at fifteen, was released from a psychiatric hospital into his mother's care, and between May 1972 and February 1973 picked up hitchhiking female students, killed and decapitated them, and had sex with the corpses before murdering his mother with a claw hammer on Good Friday 1973 and phoning the same local police he drank with to confess. Woven among these are firsthand accounts shared online, among them a driver whose kindness reportedly talked a would-be killer out of his plan, a New Zealand couple who vanished in 1989 near Thames leading to the disputed conviction of David Tamihere, and a backpacker in Austria who fled a trucker's advances barefoot at a gas station.From there the episode moves deeper into unsolved and predatory cases. Between 1972 and 1973 the Santa Rosa Hitchhiker Murders claimed at least seven women in Sonoma County, California, beginning with nineteen-year-old Kim Wendy Allen found bound and strangled in a creek bed on March 5, 1972, and including twelve-year-olds Maureen Sterling and Yvonne Weber, thirteen-year-old Lori Lee Kursa, fourteen-year-old Carolyn Davis, and twenty-three-year-old Theresa Walsh, the case never closed. The segment also gathers the crimes of clown-costumed killer John Wayne Gacy, trucker Keith Hunter Jesperson who dragged one victim beneath his rig, photographer Joseph Naso the "Alphabet Killer," the spree killers Douglas Gretzler and Willie Steelman, and sadistic trucker Ben Rhoades, caught when an Arizona trooper found a shackled woman inside his cab.The episode closes on the phantom hitchhiker, tracing the folk formula of the vanishing passenger before laying out the strongest real-world cases. One belongs to Maria Roux, killed on the N9 near Uniondale, South Africa on Good Friday 1968, whose specter was reported by driver Anton Le Grange in 1976 and motorcyclist Dawie Van Jaarsveld in 1978, her rear door seen opening and closing by a following officer. Another is "Lydia" of Jamestown, North Carolina, the white-gowned figure sighted at a railroad underpass since the 1920s and possibly rooted in the 1920 traffic death of Annie Jackson on the High Point Road. The final account belongs to carpet fitter Roy Fulton of Dunstable, England, who picked up a silent young man on Station Road near Stanbridge on October 12, 1979, turned to offer him a cigarette, and found the seat empty, a story he repeated without change on Arthur C. Clarke's World of Strange Powers in 1985.
In this episode, Casey Brown shares her journey from a young freerider in New Zealand to a trailblazer in women's mountain biking. We explore her experiences with Rampage, the creation of Dark Horse, and her vision for the future of women in freeride mountain biking.
Islander #6 magazine is now one sale. Buy it here! Dan, Luca and Stelios discuss Burnham's new cabinet picks, New Zealand's fight for identity, and how bad philosophy destroys cinema.
If you listened to episode 136 and completed the six-step audit to determine if you're REALLY doing the right things to lose fat, and you're still at a loss, you may be thinking: ok, I am doing everything right. It's still not working! Am I broken? Is there something wrong? What next? This episode is for you. Ashleigh and Rachel walk you through, in a clear and non judgemental way, the fat loss equation that you have probably heard before, but broken down into steps you can actually get your head around. This episode will help you on the next stage of your fat loss journey, or perhaps even more importantly, help you figure out if you should be switching up your goal for a bit in order to give your body and mind a much-needed break. Hey, do you want to join Rachel and Ashleigh somewhere warm and beachy for a healthy, fun, challenging MSW retreat? Fill out this form to give us feedback on your ideal fun fitness retreat! Thank you to our new sponsor, True Nutrition, where you can customize your own protein! Choose a mix of protein bases, a range of delicious flavors and sweetness level, and boost your protein with adaptogens, collagen, immune support, electrolytes and much more. Ashleigh loves the chocolate fudge brownie with a grassfed New Zealand beef protein base, and Rachel is testing different protein base combos for the ultimate protein ice cream recipe. Save time, effort, and money by combining all your supplement needs into one delicious protein powder. Head to truenutrition.com/MUSCLE and use the code MUSCLE for 20% off your custom mix! Join the conversation - leave a comment on the podcast, share the episode on social media, or leave a comment, topic idea, or question on the website: https://musclescienceforwomen.com/contact Or send a voice message here and they may play it on the pod! https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/468952/1/3h8gyc5cfc71vsbu Check out the MSW Substack here: https://musclescienceforwomen.substack.com Learn about all of the MSW training programs here: https://musclescienceforwomen.com/programs Subscribe to the new YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@musclescienceforwomen
Turns out Clint has New Zealand singer Dane Rumble's old phone number, so we want to see who owns it now... Bree Tomasel & Clint Roberts on ZM - follow us @breeandclint on Instagram, Facebook and TikTok.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What's the best country to take a bike adventure? I put that question to the Seek Travel Ride Instagram community, and the answers poured in, from expected favourites to a few genuine curveballs. This episode is dedicated to running through every single one.It comes on the back of a scorching European summer and a roadside afternoon spectating the Tour de France, which got me reflecting on how the race first brought me to France and ultimately to the Pyrenees back in 2013, where I now live.Countries featured in this episode:Most votes: France, Turkey, SpainMountain destinations: Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Bolivia, NorwayOff the beaten path: Tunisia, New Caledonia, El Salvador, Saudi ArabiaClassic bike-adventure countries: New Zealand, Thailand, Japan, China, Peru, IranThe philosophical answer: "Wherever you haven't been yet" (and "any country" will do)Got a country to add to the list? Get in touch and let me know your pick for the best country to take a bike adventure.Mentioned in this episodeSlauka' Macurak's Norway episode (recently re-released)Leonie Katekar's episode on cycling solo from Antigua to UshuaiaMy YouTube series on crossing the Pyrenees coast to coast Support the showBuy me a coffee!I'm an affiliate for a few brands I genuinely use and recommend including:
Picking the All Blacks' match-day 23 for South Africa just got seriously difficult.In this excerpt from the podcast, the panel examines Tupou Vaa'i's impact at blindside flanker, the fight for places in the loose forwards and whether a 6–2 bench could help New Zealand match the Springboks' physicality.They also assess the All Blacks' depth across the field, the growing reliance on Cam Roigard and Ruben Love's remarkably assured start at Test level.Catch all our content across @aotearoarugbypodofficial channels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
On today's show, Jase does a lie a day, Mike's still under the weather and Keyzie's found the next big thing. Follow The Big Show on Instagram Subscribe to the podcast now on iHeartRadio, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts!Featuring Jason Hoyte, Mike Minogue, and Keyzie, "The Big Show" drive you home weekdays from 4pm on Radio Hauraki.Providing a hilarious escape from reality for those ‘backbone’ New Zealanders with plenty of laughs and out-the-gate yarns.Download the full podcast here:iHeartRadio Apple Spotify RACE TIME:(00:00) Intro: Day Chat(03:13) Our new segment(07:56) What's Wrong With You?(13:08) PIES THAT PAY(16:45) TV(22:42) Intro: The daily lie(24:30) The Big Investment(29:17) Pigeon 109(35:40) Jase's boot debacle(41:09) Intro: Tarko Tuesday(44:47) What's For Tea, New Zealand?(49:31) Pugs' Life Change(52:34) Farewell! Follow The Big Show on InstagramSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Questions to Ministers Hon MARAMA DAVIDSON to the Prime Minister: E tautoko ana ia i nga korero me nga mahi katoa a tona Kawanatanga? Does he stand by all of his Government's statements and actions? Rt Hon CHRIS HIPKINS to the Prime Minister: Does he stand by all his Government's statements and actions? NANCY LU to the Minister of Finance: What recent reports has she seen on the economy? Hon BARBARA EDMONDS to the Minister of Finance: Does she stand by all her statements and actions? RAWIRI WAITITI to the Prime Minister: Does he stand by all his Government's statements and actions? Dr DAVID WILSON to the Minister for Resources: What reports, if any, has he received on the Government's minerals strategy? Hon Dr AYESHA VERRALL to the Minister of Health: Does he stand by his statement that this Government is "Keeping GP visit costs the same for patients as last year"; if so, is it correct that current fees are the highest they've been in 20 years? CATHERINE WEDD to the Minister responsible for RMA Reform: What recent reports has he seen on the Government's reform of the New Zealand planning system? CHLÖE SWARBRICK to the Prime Minister: E tautoko ana ia i nga korero me nga mahi katoa a tona Kawanatanga? Does he stand by all of his Government's statements and actions? MILES ANDERSON to the Minister for Trade and Investment: What recent reports has he seen on enhancing New Zealand's international trade? ARENA WILLIAMS to the Minister of Commerce and Consumer Affairs: Does he stand by the Government's decision to abolish the role of Grocery Commissioner? TOM RUTHERFORD to the Minister of Commerce and Consumer Affairs: What actions is he taking to strengthen New Zealand's capital markets and support economic growth?
Inflation is back above 4%... but is the worst still to come?James and Mike break down New Zealand's latest 4.1% inflation result, why petrol prices are driving almost all of the increase, whether higher interest rates are actually the right solution, what it means for mortgages, businesses and household budgets, and where they believe the economy is heading over the next 12 months.Next steps: Need help navigating rising interest rates? Speak with the Lighthouse Mortgage team today.For more money tips follow us on:FacebookInstagramThe content in this podcast is the opinion of the hosts. It should not be treated as financial advice. It is important to take into consideration your own personal situation and goals before making any financial decisions.
New Zealand is hosting this year’s IDF World Dairy Summit. The event kicks off on Sunday, November 15, at the New Zealand International Convention Centre in Auckland and runs through to Wednesday, November 18, followed by two days of optional technical tours.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
An independent economist comments on New Zealand’s annual inflation rate hitting its highest level in more than two years on rising fuel prices. The consumer price index (CPI) increased 4.1% in the 12 months to the June 2026 quarter. The 4.1% increase follows a 3.1% increase in the March quarter. The largest upward contributor to the annual inflation rate was petrol, up 27.5%.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
So, this cost of living crisis is not going away anytime soon, despite what any number of New Zealand political parties promise they can do about it. The inflation figures are out. It's gone up by one percentage point and there's now a four in front of it. A large part of that cost is petrol, which we can do nothing about. Diesel is up 7.1%. But even excluding tradable inflation, which we can't influence, non-tradable inflation is still above the Reserve Bank's arbitrary target band. It came in at 2.9%. That's up from 2.4% a year ago. There's stuff in there that really gets our goat, like the 12% rise in electricity prices. Rates are up 8.8%. That's the non-tradable stuff. We can influence that but we're not. It's all going up. But all this increases the pressure on the Reserve Bank to raise interest rates to squash these price rises. The problem I have with that is that the nascent recovery we're starting to see gets squashed as well, forcing us into a longer period of downturn and stagnation. And that's because this simplistic inflation target does not take into account all the complex wheels that spin in an economy. It's this brutal, simplistic measure that served us so well when it was first introduced 30 years ago but is now seeing us boom and bust, lurching up and down on a rollercoaster that, you have to say, is no good for long-term economic planning. There is a strong argument for a new way of calculating our economic position rather than relying on a single inflation figure. But it's going to take a very smart person to figure that out. So until then, the fairground ride that is our macroeconomic setting will continue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Erik Wetterling, Founder and Editor of The Hedgeless Horseman website, joins me to review the value proposition that has his attention in 3 more advanced junior gold exploration and development stocks, that have put out compelling news in the recent past and that have key alpha growth catalysts on tap in the medium-term. The companies we discussed in the interview are: Nevada King Gold Corp. (TSXV: NKG) (OTCQX: NKGFF) - On July 16, 2026 the Company announced that it has received approval from the Bureau of Land Management for the fifth and most extensive modification to its Plan of Operations at its 100% owned 130km2 Atlanta Gold Mine Project in eastern Nevada. The modification approves 78 additional reverse circulation ("RC") drill sites and 404 rotary air blast ("RAB") drill sites, enabling the Company to aggressively follow up on key mineralized targets and test extensions across the property. With approximately C$18.1 million in cash and equivalents, Nevada King remains fully funded to complete its 40,000 metre Phase 4 RC drill program, of which approximately 12,000 metres have been drilled to date. Cabral Gold Inc. (TSXV: CBR) (OTCQX: CBGZF) – On July 9, 2026 the Company provided a construction and commissioning update regarding its Phase 1 gold-in-oxide heap leach project at the Cuiú Cuiú Gold District, Brazil. Construction of the dry circuit for the Phase 1 gold-in-oxide heap leach project is now complete, with total project construction and commissioning now approximately 85% complete, and +90% of project costs committed under contract Mining of gold-in-oxide ore has commenced, with ore being successfully processed by the sizer, agglomerated, and transported by conveyor systems to the heap leach pads Rua Gold Inc. (TSX: RUA) (NZX: RGI) (OTCQX: NZAUF) (WKN: A40QYC) – On June 19, 2026, the Company announced the filing of a Preliminary Economic Assessment for the Auld Creek Gold Antimony Project located in the Reefton Goldfield on the West Coast of New Zealand. Abraham Whaanga, BSc, MAusIMM (CP) of RSC has reviewed and verified the resource-related information disclosed herein. Gary Davison, FAusIMM, Principal Mining Engineer and Director of Mining One Consultants, has reviewed the mining methods, mining capital and operating costs and is responsible for Economic Analysis. Marius Phillips, NHD Ex Met, MAusIMM (CP), RPEQ and Technical Director of Pitch Black Group is responsible for information relating to plant capital and operating costs, mineral processing and metallurgical testing and recovery methods. Click here to follow Erik's analysis over at The Hedgeless Horseman website * In full disclosure, some companies mentioned by Erik in this interview, are positions held in his personal portfolio, and also may be site sponsors of The Hedgeless Horseman website at the time of this recording. For more market commentary & interview summaries, subscribe to our Substacks: The KE Report: https://kereport.substack.com/ Shad's resource market commentary: https://excelsiorprosperity.substack.com/ Investment disclaimer: This content is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, an offer, or a solicitation to buy or sell any security. Investing in equities and commodities involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. Do your own research and consult a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions. Guests and hosts may own shares in companies mentioned.
Jimmy and Tyler sit down with James, the International Distributor for Carbon Off-Road — a 10-year-old Australian winch and recovery gear company quietly making a lot of noise in a space dominated by legacy brands. James is a Kiwi who grew up on farms in New Zealand’s Taranaki region before moving to Australia 22 years ago. He found off-roading the same way a lot of adults do: by needing friends and buying a Suzuki. He joined a Suzuki club, met Carbon founder Dan through those connections before Carbon even existed, and eventually joined the company. Now he’s traveling the US in what Tyler accurately describes as a “homeless American gypsy” role — meeting wheelers, attending grassroots events, and slowly building the Carbon Off-Road name in the US market. He stopped in Sacramento on a layover to come on the show, having spent a week with Jimmy and Tyler at Trail Hero Expeditions. Carbon’s pitch is three words: lighter, faster, stronger. Their 12,000 lb flagship is the lightest 12K winch in the world — just under 58 lbs fully installed, aluminum housing, 480 amp max current draw, lifetime mechanical warranty on the gearbox, 5-year electrical on the motor and control box. It retails at $899 USD. The RS9 is their race-spec winch — 9,000 lb capacity, 80 feet per minute unloaded, and James jokes it should come with a parental advisory sticker because it will unspool 78 feet of spectra fiber rope in about a minute if you don’t have tension on the line. On the recovery gear side: Carbon just launched a full lineup available in three colorways — High Viz (orange, commercial/heavy equipment), Blue, and Tactical (so popular it exceeded all expectations). Their Essential Recovery Kit ($349 USD) includes soft shackles, kinetic rope, tree saver, recovery ring, gloves, and a bag that doubles as a winch blanket. The Tac 4×4 Kit ($599 USD) upgrades to spectra-fiber soft shackles rated at 18,000 kg working load limit, adds a utility rope (replaces the tree saver — works as a bridle, rock anchor, winch extension, or general purpose rope), and comes in a MOLLE-style bag. Everything is designed in-house in Australia, third-party tested to minimum breaking strength, and not white-labeled — James is emphatic about this. The show also covers: Carbon’s 10th anniversary camping weekend at Black Duck Valley (120 vehicles showed up despite two weeks of rain), what it’s like trying to sell winches at a trade show for 14 hours in a row, why James hasn’t been able to drive his own trailer-queen Suzuki Sierra much lately, King of the Hammers 2026 (“we saw a lot of winches stalling out — caveat: none of ours”), the Australia/New Zealand land access crisis vs. US land access fights, and why the name Carbon has nothing to do with carbon fiber. Bonus content includes the full Australia ongoing-topics segment: Vegemite vs. Marmite (James sides with Marmite, the New Zealand version), camping vs. glamping (coffee machine in the tent = crossed the line), and the fanny pack question that previously required Australian listeners to call in and educate Jimmy about what the word “fanny” actually means. James’s closing advice: In a recovery situation, don’t rush it. Take a breath, assess, and figure out how to do it safely. Carbon Offroad:Website: https://carbonoffroadusa.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carbonoffroad_usa/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@carbonoffroadFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/CarbonWinchAndOffroad GROUP BUY: There is a new group buy happening, and this time it is with Wolfbox for their G900Tripro. If we get ten people signed up then we will get $20 off. If we can get 20 people signed up, we will get $30 off, and if we can get 30 people signed up, then it will be $40 off. If you’re interested in joining the group buy, then please email Jimmy or Tyler, or jump on to the Discord. SnailTrail4x4 Discord: https://discord.gg/yFyFFkQbuyCome hang out with us on the SnailTrail4x4 Discord — it’s the easiest way to connect with Tyler and Jimmy directly, chat with fellow offroad enthusiasts, and get first access to Group Buys and Treasure Hunt token drops. MORRFlate Giveaway at 900 Reviews on Apple Podcast. But our next giveaway is when we reach 800 reviews; we are giving away an OnX Elite Membership. We will also give away an OnX Elite membership when we get to 850. However, when we reach 900 Reviews, we are teaming up with MORRFlate for a $1000 MF Product Giveaway. Go over to Apple Podcasts to leave your review now and become eligible to win. Congratulations to A13XMONT, who won a set of tires from Yokohama Tire! Call us and leave us a VOICEMAIL!!! We want to hear from you even more!!! You can call and say whatever you like! 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Discount Codes, Monthly Give-Always, Gift Boxes, the SnailTrail4x4 Community, and the ST4x4 Treasure Hunt! Thank you to all of those who support us! We couldn’t do it without you guys (and gals!)! SnailSquad Monthly Giveaway July’s Giveaway is with a company that Jimmy and Tyler have very good experience with, especially after TrailHeroX. This month’s giveaway is with Wolfbox. They are giving away one G900Tripro to a lucky winner. This is the same three-camera rearview mirror setup that they received during TrailHeroX. If you want a chance to win this system from Wolfbox make sure you sign up for the giveaway tier on either Irate4x4 or the SnailTrail4x4 Discord. Massive Congratulations to Liz Sandstorm for winning the Iceco Freezers. We are excited to work with and share their exciting new releases. One lucky winner has a chance to an ALP20 Fridge. Big thanks to Iceco for sponsoring this month’s giveaway. 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Find Brian's Toolbox Meetings Here ➡️ We've been living as a family on the Greek Island of Paros for six weeks. Not much has happened. Life has been pretty drama-free. Until last night. Join us (and the Sequidas) today, as we share how Brian lost and saved the night, why Tessa didn't go back to London and where we're going to live next... Thank you for being here, for sharing the love and leaving a comment wherever you listen. Thank you for being you. Remember, if you would like to be part of Brian's Toolbox Meetings (and what a wonderful, life-changing experience those meetings will be), you can find out more here: Love you, guys, Kia kaha Liz and Brian xx Links mentioned in the show: Find Brian's Toolbox Meetings Here ➡️ ❤️Join Liz's inner circle. Liz's free newsletter is here Liz's new book: You Won't Just Cry When They Die: Love, Loss and the Heartbreaking Reality of Grief If you are struggling and hurting right now, please know you are not alone. I wrote this little book to be a gentle companion for those who are grieving, to feel less alone. survive, cope, and begin to heal. The book is available for purchase on Amazon. To support my work directly as an independent author, you can purchase all formats (hardback, e-book, audiobook) via my website: www.elizabethdeacle.com
It's the last show of the season, and what better way to sign off than with a brand new member of Team GBR joining the panel, Courtney Lawes sits down with Tins to break down a chaotic, controversial final weekend of Nations Championship rugby. England scrape past Argentina in one of the most chaotic games we've seen in years, four yellow cards and all. Courtney gives his verdict on whether England were simply "too aggy" against a scrappy Pumas side. We also round up the rest of the weekend: New Zealand's impressive win over Ireland, Scotland's near-miss against Fiji, and a dominant Springboks side that Courtney says are "operating like a religion" under Rassie Erasmus. It's been a mammoth season of GBR — thank you to every single one of you for watching and listening. See you next season! ─────────────────────────────
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Great news! If you make a purchase from any link of the links below, the channel earns a small affiliate commission from the site. Many thanks ahead of time. BETTER HELP: https://www.betterhelp.com/JAYREELZ save 10% OFF of your first month. OLIPOP Soda: https://www.drinkolipop.com use promo code JAYREELZ for 15% off of your purchase. BOMBA SOCKS: https://www.gopjn.com/t/2-561785-354075-142593 SAVE 20% CONSUMER CELLULAR: https://www.pntrs.com/t/2-593611-354075-293459 It's a championship feel as the latest podcast will unpack a big sports weekend and much more! On deck: (6:00) Spain showed why they're the 2026 World Cup Champs as they throttled Argentina and Lionel Messi's Magic to a 1-0 win. I'll share an unpopular opinion as to why Spain winning it before going into penalty kicks saved the World Cup Final? (22:28) What's going on in Boston as the Red Sox are scorching hot? They've come out of the All-Star Break, now winners of 13 in a row, sweeping the Rays and thinking, can they become a force in the AL? I'll recap Dodgers-Yankees and the Marlins free fall as baseball is back. (47:31) New Zealand's Ryan Fox was not a household name, until yesterday afternoon. He won his first Grand Slam in golf, delivering two of the greatest shots he's ever hit on the 18th hole to avoid a playoff.with Cameron Young. Was the rest of the tournament riveting as all four majors are in the books for 2026? (58:31) I'll wrap up the Michigan AD waiting until the end of the calendar year to leave the position, an NBA trade worth discussing, some signings in the NHL and a wild weekend for yours truly outside of Yankee Stadium & Fanatics Fan Fest NY in midtown Manhattan. And MUCH MORE in between! Please subscribe, leave a rating and post a review on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Audacy, Amazon Music and iHeartRadio or wherever you get your podcasts. For daily shorts, weekly vlogs and then some, please subscribe to my YouTube channel at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMucZq-BQrUrpuQzQ-jYF7w If you'd like to contribute to the production of the podcast, please visit my Patreon page at: www.patreon.com/TheJAYREELZPodcast Many thanks for all of your love and support. Intro/outro music by Cyklonus. LINKS TO SUBSCRIBE, RATE & REVIEW: APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jayreelz-podcast/id1354797894 SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/7jtCQwuPOg334jmZ0xiA2D?si=22c9a582ef7a4566 AUDACY: https://www.audacy.com/podcast/the-jayreelz-podcast-d9f50 iHEARTRADIO: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/256-the-jayreelz-podcast-43104270/ AMAZON MUSIC: https://www.amazon.com/The-JAYREELZ-Podcast/dp/B08K58SW24/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=the+jayreelz+podcast&qid=1606319520&sr=8-1
In his new book, Great Tales of Aotearoa: Extraordinary Stories from New Zealand's Past, historian and author Tom Clarke brings together some of the most fascinating chapters from our past.
Unbeaten in the Nations Championship, the All Blacks and Springboks are now on a collision course for the Greatest Rivalry Tour.Aotearoa Rugby Pod unpacks the All Blacks' impressive 40-21 victory over Ireland and the attacking identity emerging under Dave Rennie. What does “continuity plus brutality” mean, why has New Zealand's ball retention improved, and can its high-tempo approach succeed in South Africa?Plus, the panel analyses the rise of Tupou Vaa'i at blindside, Ardie Savea's captaincy, the All Blacks' improving aerial game and the growing influence of Cam Roigard and Ruben Love.Catch all our content across @aotearoarugbypodofficial channels Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In “Debone My Toilet” | Episode 247 of The Black Lincoln Collective Comedy Podcast, the crew opens inside what can only be described as a “buffet of meat,” then immediately derails into questionable freestyle rapping, attachable accessories, fake swagger, and Parker trying very hard to be the least white version of himself. Fred is introduced as “the modern age Noah, the show-er, the holy roll-er,” which is somehow both accurate and deeply unnecessary. After some Harry Mack talk and the realization that freestyle rap is much harder when you are not Harry Mack, Fred brings the episode's main disaster: his son's toilet has been clogged for days. Like any responsible, budget-conscious dad, Fred starts with plunging. Then he buys a snake. Then he accepts the nightmare truth: the toilet has to come off. This is not Fred's first toilet excavation. The last time, he discovered someone had flushed the spring-loaded toilet paper roll holder. This time, Parker and Allan guess deodorant, toothbrushes, Legos, and basically every object except the actual answer: two rib bones. Yes, rib bones. Fred's son was apparently eating ribs on the toilet and flushed the evidence, creating the most disgusting barbecue crime scene in podcast history. The guys then dissect the mechanics of toilet removal, wax rings, snapped bolts, Home Depot loyalty, Lowe's discounts, and the proper 3-2-1 method for smoked ribs. The bigger question remains: why was anyone eating ribs on the toilet? Was it secrecy? Efficiency? A meat-based bathroom ritual? No one knows, but Fred's mother-in-law wins the segment by texting that the bones “must have hurt coming out.” The back half pivots into death etiquette and the problem with saying “RIP” for people you do not particularly like. The crew brainstorms alternatives like “Rest in Pizza,” “Rest in Hell,” and other acronyms that should probably stay off memorial posts. They also joke through political death reactions, then shift into appreciating Sam Neill, Jurassic Park, New Zealand, Australia, Kiwis, Aussies, and whether certain countries count as “white people.” It's toilet repair, ribs, death, dinosaurs, and international confusion. Somehow, that is one episode. #blcpodcast #podcastingforthepeople #funny #podcast #greenvillesc #scpodcast #yeahthatgreenville Listen at: https://americasfavoritepodcast.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blcpodcast/ Check us out on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blcpodcast/ Buy Fred and Allan Beer: https://www.patreon.com/blcworld
A clutch birdie on the final hole has crowned Ryan Fox The Open champion and delivered New Zealand another major golfing triumph. Sports editor Dana Johannsen unpacked the the unforgettable finish and the significance of Fox's biggest career win with Lisa Owen.
After months away, I've returned to New Zealand and found myself reflecting on what it really means to come home not just physically, but within ourselves. In this episode, we explore the paradox of transformation: how we don't become someone new by abandoning who we were, but by shedding the layers, beliefs, and identities that were never truly ours. We talk about the ego, Carl Jung's ideas around identity, the relationship between the individual and the collective, and how returning to ourselves is often a process of remembering rather than becoming. Astrologically, we dive into Pluto in Aquarius, Jupiter in Leo, and Chiron's return to Taurus — exploring themes of creativity, belonging, healing old wounds, and finding the courage to express what is uniquely ours. This week's invitation is simple: sit with the feelings you've been avoiding. The wound you are willing to feel may hold the key to your next breakthrough. ⏱️ Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro 05:44 – Pluto in Aquarius 12:44 – Jupiter in Leo 15:18 - Aquarius/Leo axis and Mercury RX 20:51 - Chiron in Taurus
Newspapers in New Zealand and around the world are under increasing pressure with many businesses facing restructures, going digital or closing all together. But a free newspaper on Banks Peninsula is still going strong and will celebrate its 150th anniversary today. The Akaroa Mail still prints 10 thousand paper copies every fortnight. Rachel Graham reports.
Free range egg producers are moving their flocks indoors, as farmers remain on high alert for any signs of bird flu. Poultry Industry Association of New Zealand's executive director Fiona MacMillan spoke to John Campbell.
The Green Party is promising a major shake up of New Zealand's electricity market, unveiling a policy it says will cut household power bills, boost renewable energy and improve energy security. Green Party co-leader Chlöe Swarbrick spoke to John Campbell.
We're often told to shop local, but not all stores claiming to be NZ owned actually are. A website with the name My Tamariki, says it sells products that support everyday family life in New Zealand. However the business address is based in Hong Kong. According to reviewers on Facebook and Trust Pilot, the products it sells are also available on sites like Ali Express. So how can we make sure we're supporting local and not getting ripped off? Consumer's Chief Executive Jon Duffy spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Australian and New Zealand soldiers defended the free world at Thermopylae in 1941, thousands of years after the Battle of Thermopylae, one of the most significant battles of the ancient world. - Aυστραλοί και Νεοζηλανδοί στρατιώτες υπερασπίστηκαν τον ελεύθερο κόσμο στις Θερμοπύλες το 1941, χιλιάδες χρόνια μετά την Μάχη των Θερμοπυλών, μιά απ΄τις μεγαλύτερες και σπουδαιότερες μάχες της αρχαιότητας.
Business and finance news from the Asia-Pacific. Oil climbed to the highest level in more than a month and bonds fell as US and Iranian attacks escalated, renewing inflation concerns. Stocks stabilized after a technology-led selloff rattled markets last week. Treasury 10-year futures slipped 7/32, with trading in the cash market shut during Asian hours Monday because of a holiday in Japan. Government bonds in Australia and New Zealand also declined on concern that higher oil prices will stoke inflation. Equities were mixed. Nasdaq 100 futures rose 0.2% after Friday’s selloff, as Moonshot AI told investors it plans to go public within six months after its latest model challenged perceptions of US leadership in artificial intelligence. MSCI’s Asia Pacific equity index was little changed, while South Korea’s Kospi index fell 2.8% as traders returned following a holiday on Friday. For a look at the markets, Bloomberg TV Host Avril Hong spoke to Homin Lee, Senior Macro Strategist at Lombard Odier. Brent rose as much as 3.8% to $91.42 a barrel, the highest level since June, with back-and-forth strikes that have expanded beyond military targets. For an outlook of how the oil story is impacting the Asia-Pacific, Bloomberg TV Host Paul ALlen spoke to Illiana Jain, International Ecnomist at Westpac Banking Corporation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
New Zealand's milking it in the dairy market, holding our place as the world's largest single-country dairy exporter. Rabobank's World Dairy Map shows we accounted for 22.1% of global exports last year. It highlights global dairy trade grew by 11% across this time frame. Rabobank Senior Agricultural Analyst Emma Higgins told Mike Hosking that China is still the biggest customer in the global dairy space, but it's no longer the only growth story. She says that new growth markets are emerging in places like the Middle East, and closer to home in Southeast Asia. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A New Zealand clinical study's found plant-based weight loss alternatives can stimulate the same hormones targeted by the likes of Ozempic and Wegovy. Calocurb researchers say participants lost an average of nearly four kilos over six months, compared with less than half a kilo for those taking a placebo. The natural GLP-1 activator is made from Kiwi hops and vegetable oil and is designed to preserve lean muscle. Calocurb CEO Sarah Kennedy told Mike Hosking it's changed the conversation around weight loss. She says it stimulates a natural hormone to make people eat less. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
And just like that, The 154th Open is over. New Zealand's Ryan Fox is the ‘Champion Golfer of the Year' - and very deservedly so. On this week's episode of The bunkered Podcast, Michael and Lewis - fresh from Royal Birkdale - recap all of the action from a memorable Open. Has there been a more popular winner in recent memory than Ryan Fox? Is Cam Young the best active golfer without a major? Why can't Sam Burns close out 54-hole leads? Did the pressure of being the home favourite affect Tommy Fleetwood? Plus, the guys go deep on Bryson DeChambeau's rules incident, Rory McIlroy's response to it, and question whether or not Bob MacIntyre needs to change his ways if he ever wants to make the leap from major contender to major champion. And stick around right until the end of the episode because the guys have an announcement. Tune-in now! — SIGN UP FOR OUR NEWSLETTERS! Get all the golf info and opinions you need delivered straight to your inbox. Register for free at www.bunkered.co.uk/newsletters — ⛳️ Chat to us on social and subscribe to the magazine for the best golf news, reviews, comment and more, direct from the home of golf! ⓣ https://twitter.com/bunkeredgolf ⓕ https://www.facebook.com/bunkeredonline ⓨ https://www.youtube.com/bunkeredonline ⓘ https://www.instagram.com/bunkeredgolfonline Get the magazine every month: https://www.bunkered.co.uk/suboffer
Ryan Fox has become the third New Zealand golfer to win a men's major title with his victory at the men's Open Championship, 63 years after Sir Bob Charles did it the first time. "I think all New Zealand golfers will be proud of his effort and let's hope that it, makes a lot of younger people, consider getting into the golf game," he said on Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive. "It's a game of a lifetime, the greatest game of all." LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Government's carbon credit trading scheme could have shut New Zealand's only cement manufacturing plant, but Fletcher Building announced today it got a $60 million bailout to keep it running - the $60m is not a loan. NZ Initiative Chief Economist Dr Eric Crampton told Heather du Plessis-Allan that the bailout doesn't address the root cause of the issue. "It's a mess that's trying to solve what's actually a real problem in how the government's industrial allocations in the emissions trading scheme work - the design of those is not good, and they are particularly not good when it comes to cement manufacturing," he said. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ravensdown’s chief operating officer updates us on the fertiliser fallout from the ongoing Middle East war and what it means for New Zealand farmers this spring. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
When Odysseus finally returns to Ithaca, his homecoming turns into a ruthless reckoning. Tristan Hughes and Dr. Emily Hauser dive into the shocking climax of Homer's Odyssey, where hospitality, vengeance and survival collide in a blood-soaked finale.What drives Odysseus to unleash such fury, and what does the massacre reveal about power, justice and ancient heroism?We're going on *TOUR* to Australia and New Zealand! - final tickets are available here.The Ancients is now on YouTube! Watch here: @TheAncientsPodcastPresented by Tristan Hughes. The editor is Natasha Hughes. The video producer is McKenna Fernandez, producer is Joseph Knight. The senior producer is Anne-Marie Luff.All music courtesy of Epidemic SoundsThe Ancients is a History Hit podcast.Watch Tristan Hughes and Dan Snow retrace the Odyssey in Greece in a new documentary on History Hit TV! Sign up to History Hit for hundreds of hours of original documentaries, with a new release every week PLUS early access, ad-free podcasts and exclusive subscriber episodes. Sign up at https://www.historyhit.com/subscribe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Gay homosexuals Nick and Joseph review A Cry in the Dark Angels (released as Evil Angels within Australia and New Zealand) a 1988 film directed by Fred Schepisi. The screenplay by Schepisi and Robert Caswell is based on John Bryson's 1985 book of the same name. It chronicles the case of Azaria Chamberlain, a nine-week-old baby girl who disappeared from a campground near Uluru in August 1980, and the struggle of her parents, Michael Chamberlain and Lindy Chamberlain, to prove their innocence to a public convinced that they were complicit in her death. Meryl Streep and Sam Neill.Additional topics include:Sigourney Weaver slapping Shia LaBeouf's dadDenver restaurantsWest Hollywood water main breakThe deaths of Hal Williams, Lindsay Graham, Brenda Fricker, and Sam NeillJoin us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FishJellyFilmReviewsWant to send them stuff? Fish Jelly PO Box 461752 Los Angeles, CA 90046Find merch here: https://fishjellyfilmreviews.myspreadshop.com/allVenmo @fishjellyVisit their website at www.fishjellyfilms.comFind their podcast at the following: Anchor: https://anchor.fm/fish-jelly Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/388hcJA50qkMsrTfu04peH Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fish-jelly/id1564138767Find them on Instagram: Nick (@ragingbells) Joseph (@joroyolo) Fish Jelly (@fishjellyfilms)Find them on Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/ragingbells/ https://letterboxd.com/joroyolo/Nick and Joseph are both Tomatometer-approved critics at Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/critics/nicholas-bell https://www.rottentomatoes.com/critics/joseph-robinson
LDV Mahi Monday Is it safe to say, THAT had to have been up there as one of the BEST sporting weeks New Zealand has even experienced, thoughts?... Yes both games were on at the same time, same day, same city which wasn't ideal but what was, was the All Black putting on a clinical performance on one side of town and the WAHS continuing their road to the NRL finals on the other side of town!... It was a good weekend to love sports!... Jordan has been hit with a confronting realisation, that he may have just bitten off more than he can chew... but he has to see it through!... And SHIFTERS as you are aware, not to long ago we partnered up with City Fitness and came together to put together 'Step Up Aotearoa' where our goals was to bring Shift Nation together, to get up and get moving in hopes of completing 1 Billion steps, and well... We have an announcement!... Hit that link below to stay caught up with anything and everything TMS. www.facebook.com/groups/3394787437503676/ Thank you to the team at Chemist Warehouse for helping us keep the lights on, here at The Morning Shift... www.chemistwarehouse.co.nz/ 00:00 - INTRO 3:04 - CHECK IN (ARE THE ALL BLACKS BACK) 21:15 - DAILY BREAD 33:57 - STEP UP AOTEAROA WITH CITY FITNESS 39:57 - JORDAN'S CONFRONTING REALISATION 48:27 - OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode of the Habits of High Performers Podcast, I sit down with functional health expert Dr. Anna Marie Frank to explore how your nervous system, mindset, and body work together to shape your health, energy, and performance.We discuss the hidden signs of stress, practical ways to regulate your nervous system, improve sleep and gut health, overcome burnout, and harness the power of your thoughts to influence your wellbeing.Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, looking to optimise your health, or simply wanting to perform at your best, this conversation is packed with practical tools and actionable insights.Grab your copy oDr Anna Marie's book here -https://happywholeyou.com/collections/education/products/stop-bullying-yourselfTake the Quantum Alignment Assessment here - https://happywholeyou.com/pages/quantumalignmentassessmentdr-annamarieFollow Dr. Anna Marie on IG here - https://www.instagram.com/happywholeyou/Bemer PEMF Mat link: https://flowidaho.bemergroup.comIf you're interested in having me deliver a keynote or workshop for your team contact Caroline at caroline@jjlaughlin.comWebsite: https://www.jjlaughlin.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6GETJbxpgulYcYc6QAKLHA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JamesLaughlinOfficial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jameslaughlinofficial/ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/life-on-purpose-with-james-laughlin/id1547874035 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3WBElxcvhCHtJWBac3nOlF?si=hotcGzHVRACeAx4GvybVOQ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jameslaughlincoaching/James Laughlin is a High Performance Leadership Coach, Former 7-Time World Champion, Host of the Lead On Purpose Podcast and an Executive Coach to high performers and leaders. James is based in Christchurch, New Zealand.Send me a personal text message - If you're interested in booking me for a keynote or workshop, contact Caroline at caroline@jjlaughlin.comSupport the show
We look back on a dramatic finish at Royal Birkdale, where Ryan Fox closed with a strong Sunday round and won on the 72nd hole. We say he stayed composed under pressure, kept executing shots, and handled some very unlucky breaks on the closing holes without letting them affect him.We also discuss how the course played over the week. We say it was firm, dry and much harder in the afternoon, while the morning wave had the best scoring conditions. We note that the changes to the course produced strong championship golf, with several holes forcing players to choose different clubs and strategies.We reflect on the other main contenders, especially Sam Burns, Tommy Fleetwood and Scottie Scheffler. We say Burns started well but made a series of errors that took him out of the lead, Fleetwood had a very strong week but faded late, and Scheffler struck the ball well but lost many strokes on the greens.A large part of the discussion focuses on the Bryson DeChambeau ruling and the difference between that incident and Scottie Scheffler's ruling on 17. We say the rules were applied in different ways, that the evidence and intent were debated, and that the decisions raised questions about consistency and about how golf polices itself.We finish with the wider context of Fox's win, including his New Zealand sporting background, the significance of the result for New Zealand golf, and a few lighter notes on the week's other winners and losers, including the event's attendance, the amateur performances, and the people behind the tournament setup. Send us a message if you liked the showIf you've enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify!You can follow us along below @cookiejargolf Instagram / Facebook / Twitter / YouTube / Website
The Truth About Forex vs Stock Trading Podcast: Find out more about Blueberry Markets – Click Here Find out more about my Online Video Forex Course Book a Call with Andrew or one of his team now Click Here to Attend my Free Masterclass #642: The Truth About Forex vs Stock Trading In this video: 00:22 – Should you trade Shares or Forex? 01:04 – Are shares erratic? 01:38 – You need to factor in the exchange rate. 02:31 – You are in charge when you trade Forex. 02:50 – People buy what they know and like. 04:40 – We trade the pattern, not the emotions. 05:12 – Different time frame charts and markets. 05:33 – Check out my new Masterclass. 05:49 – Blueberry Markets as a Forex Broker. 06:05 – Like, share and subscribe. So which is best to invest in, either forex trading or share trading? Let’s talk about that really important topic and more right now. Hey Traders! Andrew Mitchem here at The Forex Trading Coach with video and podcast number 642. Should you trade Shares or Forex? Today I want to talk about share trading or forex trading, which is best, which is best for you, and what are the key differences. The reason I want to talk about this today is because I’ve just seen on the news, right now, that the SpaceX shares have dropped quite a lot. Now, about 1 month ago when SpaceX got launched, I had quite a few people who are friends say to me, “Hey look, Andrew, are you going to get in on this? Are you going to buy SpaceX shares?” Very roughly, they started at about $130 USD, quickly climbed to about $150, and I think they got to about $225 very quickly within a handful of days. Here we are 1 month later, and they’ve just dropped back below $130 again. Are shares erratic? The issue that I see there is it’s kind of a little bit erratic. Now, I’m not saying that all shares do that, of course, but this is just an example of a very well-known share that’s topical right now. So if you imagine that you jumped in there at $150, $175, $200, or even right at the top at $225, and here we are just a few weeks later and it’s worth $130. You’re going to start panicking, aren’t you? That’s quite erratic kind of behaviour, especially if you’ve gone and put some considerable sum of money into that. You need to factor in the exchange rate. The other thing I think that a lot of people outside of the US don’t factor in is the exchange rate. Here in New Zealand right now, the New Zealand/US exchange rate is actually really quite poor. It’s sitting around $0.56. It’s very low. Therefore, that means that if you’re buying something in US dollars, that’s very, very expensive. So you’ve got to factor that in. Now let’s say that you go and take your money out of the shares, and the Kiwi dollar rises up to about $0.70 against the US dollar. This same example, by the way, is typical whether you’re in Canada, the UK, Europe, or anywhere else. You might have made some money on your shares, possibly, but by the time you bring it back at a better exchange rate, you’re actually not making anything. So that’s one thing to really consider as well for everybody outside of the US. You are in charge when you trade Forex. The other thing I think with forex is it’s more consistent. You’re in charge. Of course, you can buy, you can sell, you’ve got leverage, and you’ve got the ability to trade through prop firms as well. So all these advantages mean you don’t need to put that amount of money straight into something and then sit and watch it, hoping it’s moving up. People buy what they know and like. Another classic issue that I see, and SpaceX actually is a very topical one, is people were saying to me, “Hey Andrew, I like what Elon is doing,” and all the other things that are out there. Of course, the news media kind of hypes it all up. People know SpaceX, they know Elon Musk, so they go and buy it. Now, I’m not saying you shouldn’t do that, but what I am saying is people tend to follow things that they know. Another New Zealand classic is back years and years ago, I had a lot of friends that bought Air New Zealand. Here in New Zealand we don’t have a huge amount of iconic companies, but Air New Zealand, being the national airline, is one of those. It’s a globally recognised brand. Years ago I had a lot of friends buying Air New Zealand shares. Why did they buy them? Well, they bought them simply because they knew of Air New Zealand. It’s topical, everybody flies on them here, and so they bought based on the name. Now I’ve just had a look back, and in 2000 Air New Zealand shares were $7.50. They peaked at around $7.50 per share. Right now, here we are some 26 years later, they’re $0.43. Now imagine if you had invested $10,000, or bought 10,000 shares at $7.50 each. Today, 26 years later, they’re down to $0.43. Now imagine what would have happened if you had invested in learning how to trade the forex market back in the year 2000, and the money that you could have made by understanding the markets, different time frame charts, choosing what to trade, whether to buy or sell, what time frames to use, how long you’re in the market for. We trade the pattern, not the emotions. What I love about the forex market and the way that we trade is that we’re trading the pattern. I don’t just trade New Zealand pairs simply because I live here. It’s completely irrelevant. If you’re in the UK, you don’t just trade the pound pairs. If you’re in Australia, you don’t just trade the Aussie pairs simply because you live there. We trade what we see setting up right now on the charts, and that takes the emotion out of it. You’re trading the pattern, and that’s key. Different time frame charts and markets. Just this week, for example, I’ve taken 2 weekly chart trades. One was a GBP/NZD sell and that hit profit. The other was an AUD/CHF buy and that hit profit. You’ve got longer time frame charts like that. Just last night I took a Nasdaq 100 3-hour chart trade. So you’ve got shorter time frame charts like that as well. You’re trading the pattern, and that takes the emotion out of things a lot more. Check out my new Masterclass. If you’d like to find out how we do this and how we can help you do the same, I’ll put a link here to my new masterclass. It’s only about 15 minutes long. It’s on demand. You can just click on it and watch it through. It teaches you about how we trade, what we’re looking for, and how we can help you do the same. Blueberry Markets as a Forex Broker. If you’re out there looking for a really good forex broker that you can trade not only forex but also other markets like metals, cryptos, indices, and commodities, and they’re a great bunch of people as well, that’s Blueberry Markets. I’ll put a link to them here as well. Like, share and subscribe. Don’t forget to like and share this around, especially if you’ve got friends that might be interested in starting trading, or maybe they’re thinking about share trading. Like anything in life, there are pros and cons and traps with everything. I’m not saying don’t trade shares. I’m not saying do trade forex. I’m just giving you some real-life examples that I’ve found through friends of mine, either like the New Zealand example from 26 years ago or like the SpaceX example from just 1 month ago when they launched and the price dropped. By the time you watch this, if you’re watching this years later, the price might be way higher. Who knows? But the point is, do you want to be in control of what you’re doing and decide for yourself? If you do, then maybe consider the forex market. This is Andrew here at The Forex Trading Coach. I’ll see you this time next week. Bye for now. Episode Title: #642: The Truth About Forex vs Stock Trading Find out more about Blueberry Markets – Click Here Find out more about my Online Video Forex Course Book a Call with Andrew or one of his team now Click Here to Attend my Free Masterclass
Inside the story of Waerenga-a-Hika - a forgotten war, generations of trauma, and a history finally being toldThe six-day battle changed Gisborne forever, but many New Zealanders are only now learning its story - and the cost of forgettingFind The Detail on Newsroom or RNZGo to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
A New Zealand parliamentary inquiry has backed stronger regulation of social media, including a possible ban for users under 16. Supporters argue a ban could protect young people from addictive platforms, harmful content and worsening mental health. But University of Auckland researchers say the evidence does not support blaming social media as the main cause of rising youth distress. To discuss this, Producer Pranuja spoke with Dr Terryann Clark, the Cure Kids Professorial Chair in Child and Adolescent Mental Health at the University of Auckland.
Justine Smith has been a fixture of New Zealand comedy for more than 30 years - a Seven Days regular and one of the few women who lasted in a room that pushed most others out.She opens up on the comedy environment younger women were up against, the treatment she swallowed to keep going, and how she turned that guilt into becoming the person the next generation of female comics now comes to. She's also very funny about the rest of it - falling into comedy almost by accident, the terror of her first gig, and three decades of standing in front of a crowd talking about herself for a living.And she tells the remarkable story of her own beginning: adopted as a baby, and reunited with her sister through a single phone call that almost didn't happen.Between Two Beers is proudly brought to you by One New Zealand. We believe that One NZ connects New Zealand, while Between Two Beers connects New Zealanders. And together, we are NZ's most trusted connection platform.Steve and Seamus are proud to be dressed by Barkers Clothing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Analysing the investing behaviour of over one million customers, the quarterly Sharesies Index tracks where investors are putting their money—and what those decisions might tell us about confidence in the market.Jordan Cunningham, Sharesies Head of Data & Analytics, joins Laura Marwick to explain the latest trends, including: Why the investor mood returned to Confident territory Rocket Lab becoming the most widely held NZ company on Sharesies What buying, selling, and deposit data suggests about where investors are looking next Read the full Sharesies Index on the Sharesies website. For more places to follow Shared Lunch—check out http://linktr.ee/sharedlunchShared Lunch is brought to you by Sharesies Australia Limited (ABN 94 648 811 830; AFSL 529893) in Australia and Sharesies Limited (NZ) in New Zealand. It is not financial advice. Information provided is general only and current at the time it’s provided, and does not take into account your objectives, financial situation and needs. We do not provide recommendations and you should always read the disclosure documents available from the product issuer before making a financial decision. Our disclosure documents and terms and conditions—including a Target Market Determination and IDPS Guide for Sharesies Australian customers—can be found on our relevant Australian or NZ website. Investing involves risk. You might lose the money you start with. If you require financial advice, you should consider speaking with a qualified financial advisor. Past performance is not a guarantee of future performance. Appearance on Shared Lunch is not an endorsement by Sharesies of the views of the presenters, guests, or the entities they represent. Their views are their own.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Advocates calling for a change in New Zealand's sexual consent laws say they're disappointed reforms are taking so long. Campaigner, Layba Zubairis said the issue's been unnecessarily politicised. National announced it would change consent laws if re-elected in November. Justice spokesperson Paul Goldsmith spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
If re-elected, National says it will modernise New Zealand's sexual consent laws to make it clear consent requires an explicit yes, rather than the absence of no. Currently, the Crimes Act gives examples of what consent is not, without defining what it is. Advocate Layba Zubair spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Two Northland women have gone from struggling to find work to fighting the region's diabetes epidemic. Christine Hape and Hineataahua Brown are training to become New Zealand's first footcare assistants, working alongside podiatrists to help prevent amputations from diseases like diabetes. Felix Walton reports.