Podcasts about Mike Hosking

A new era of British politics has arrived at Downing Street with Andy Burnham vowing to put people before politics. The former Manchester Mayor and Labour cabinet minister has become Britain's fifth leader in four years, replacing Sir Keir Starmer. He wants to make politics more about problem-solving than point-scoring – taking power out of government and putting it into the hands of the people. UK Correspondent Enda Brady told Mike Hosking the Labour Party will have to present a united front now, as they have a short window in which to convince the public they can continue to govern. He says Burnham needs to find some quick wins to make the public believe what he's telling them. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Weary from a sleepless night of celebrations, golfer Ryan Fox is still coming to grips with his Open Championship victory. Fox has joined Michael Campbell, Sir Bob Charles, and Dame Lydia Ko in winning a golf major, holding his nerve to win The Open at Royal Birkdale and pocketing $5.5 million. He has returned to his Florida base, having hauled both the Claret Jug and a replica across the Atlantic as carry-on luggage. Fox told Mike Hosking his life is going to change pretty significantly over the next few months, and he probably doesn't yet comprehend all the things that will come with being a major champion. He says it'll probably be a bit daunting, as he'll be facing a lot more scrutiny on the course than he's been able to get away with in the last few years. LISTEN ABOVE 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.

There's cautious optimism from economists that inflation will start falling after today. Stats NZ is releasing CPI figures for the June quarter later this morning, which is expected to largely reflect the impact of the Iran war, along with other cost pressures like rates and utility costs. Economists expect it surge to somewhere around 4%. BNZ Chief Economist Mike Jones told Mike Hosking that based on their forecasts, this should be the peak. He says next quarter BNZ predicts inflation to come down to 3.8%, before it tails away to be within the Reserve Bank's band in the middle of next year. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The RMA Reform Minister says there's been a "mad rush" for councils and iwi to secure deals before the concept is scrapped. The Government had initially planned for the Mana Whakahono ā Rohe to be transferred to the new Resource Management Act system. But that will no longer be the case, the Government arguing these agreements have become out-of-scope and unfit for purpose. Minister Chris Bishop told Mike Hosking the focus will instead be on identifying sites of cultural significance. He says most New Zealanders would agree pā sites and burial sites should be exempt from development. 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.

Ryan Fox has won The Open Championship, becoming the third Kiwi ever to take home the title. He's been praised for his efforts by Sir Bob Charles, who won the same title sixty years ago. Fox's coach Marcus Wheelhouse told Mike Hosking that he's still in a state of disbelief. 'Yeah, so, so many deep breaths are going on at the moment and, states of disbelief and, and excitement and yeah, all, those emotions. It's incredible.' LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

National's justice spokesperson says new consent laws in other jurisdictions haven't materially changed conviction rates. The party's announced if re-elected, it'll ensure consent has to be actively given, meaning there must be a "yes" rather than the absence of a "no". It says it brings us in line with jurisdictions like the UK and parts of Australia. National's Justice Spokesperson Paul Goldsmith told Mike Hosking that it won't fundamentally change the high test for a conviction. He says it sends a clear signal, society wants people to be very clear about consent. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Andrew Saville and Jason Pine join Mike Hosking to review the weekend's sport. On the table today: Ryan Fox has won the British open. The World Cup Final is underway - and the weekend gave us a third-place playoff of the ages. And it's been a positive weekend for NZ Rugby, with both the ABs and Warriors winning in Auckland. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris Luxon says he doesn't know if and when New Zealand could face higher tariffs from the US - but we'll weather whatever comes our way. Trade experts have suggested New Zealand could face a blanket 12.5 percent tariff as early as this Friday. It would replace the 10-percent tariff we currently face. The Prime Minister told Mike Hosking that there will continue to be strong demand for New Zealand goods. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Donald Trump has opened a subscription service on his social media platform Truth Social. The subscription, which allows users to view Trump's posts faster, would cost $100,000 USD per month. US Correspondent Richard Arnold told Mike Hosking that the platform is offering a limited time special - which would reduce the price to $60,000 with a three-year subscription. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Assistant coach Neil Barnes is assuring the All Blacks' pride in their record at Eden Park is intact, with Ireland in town to challenge it tomorrow night. The 52-test unbeaten run at the Auckland stadium has reached its 32nd year, and the team will be intending to keep it rolling in their third Nations Championship clash. Barnes told Mike Hosking there's a lot of history between the All Blacks and Ireland, but it's not something they find daunting. He says it's just another day at the office – one with a hell of a record to preserve, but the boys are up for it. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Social Development Minister believes the latest Jobseeker numbers prove employers are keen to take on people on benefits. Latest MSD data shows a 1.9% increase year-on-year in people receiving the main benefit at the end of June. 12.8% of the working-age population is drawing on the main benefit – up from 12.6% a year ago. Minister Louise Upston told Mike Hosking 86,000 people also moved off the benefit. She says partnerships with employers have been developing over the last few years and is making a difference in creating long term sustainable jobs. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The country's economic recovery may be coming. New Infometrics forecasts show annual economic growth is set to reach a four-year high of 2.7% mid-next year. They show the chances of yearly inflation continuing above 2% by then have dropped. Chief Forecaster Gareth Kiernan told Mike Hosking that as long as fuel prices stay at manageable levels, they expect to see positive indicators return over the next six to twelve months. He says we're nearing the point where we're growing as fast as we can without generating inflation, and they do see a case for rates increases, but nothing as fast as they were previously looking at when fuel prices where over $3 a litre. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Restrictions on innovation are being seen as a form of self-sabotage. ACT wants to introduce innovation trials – letting government ministers pause existing regulations if they block tests of new technology. Leader David Seymour told innovators the country punches above its weight when we back ourselves, but someone needs to build the framework to make it happen. New Zealand Initiative Chief Economist Dr Eric Crampton told Mike Hosking it's something New Zealand should be progressing with. He says we are too small to be stupid in this space, and need to enable innovation in new ways. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lower power bills are on the way for commercial customers, but a longer wait's in store for the average household. Meridian Energy says 2027 forward wholesale prices have fallen more than 35% since April. Chief Executive Mike Roan says it'll fall 15% over the same period for 2028 and 2029 as renewable energy's built. But Major Electricity Users' Group Executive Director Karen Boyes told Mike Hosking homes won't feel that immediately. She says it's favourable conditions with hydro lakes full and a pipeline of projects, but it'll take a while to roll through. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

US President Donald Trump is set to make a nation-wide address today, and elections and voting machines are on the agenda. The primetime speech is expected to reveal information from newly declassified intelligence on investigations into US elections, and what the White House says are voting machine vulnerabilities. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt says that people will find details of the address "shocking", and that the issue should be nonpartisan. US Correspondent Richard Arnold told Mike Hosking that Trump has been pressing claims about fraud and interference since his loss to Joe Biden in the 2020 election. He says over 60 lawsuits have been filed since challenging the results, all of which, barring one that gave him a minor point, lost. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After eight years, Kiwi music icon Gin Wigmore has released a new album. ‘Beautiful Mess' is her fourth studio album, and has been described as her most personal record yet – drawing on her experiences with love, divorce, motherhood, and rebuilding her life. It's an exciting day for Wigmore, with the full album dropping earlier this morning. “It's like giving birth but way less painful – it's awesome,” she told Mike Hosking. Despite having other albums under her belt, Wigmore still feels the pressure that comes with releasing new music. “It's such a feat to put out an album for me now,” she explained. “To be focused and have the time to actually do it, and so now it just feels way more of a feat to have had this done, and to have this out today.” “It just feels like this really great amount of support around it ... it honestly, it feels like Christmas.” LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's Friday, which means Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson are back with Mike Hosking to Wrap the Week that Was. They discussed Paul Henry's shift into politics, Kate's degree and whether working while studying makes you do better, and life in America. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At the end of each week, Mike Hosking takes you through the big-ticket items and lets you know what he makes of it all. ACT: 8/10 A lot has yet to unfold but the Paul Henry move, so far, looks like a stroke of political genius. NZ Inc: 7/10 An encouraging week with manufacturing, services, and confidence all up. Slowly but surely. The World Cup: 8/10 There isn't an economically associated story I have seen that hasn't been glowing and/or upbeat about it. It's a massive success. Brendon McCullum: 6/10 On balance, he's been a net gain for England cricket, and he has kept 66% of the jobs. Keir Starmer: 4/10 To hear him leave was an exercise in self-important gibberish. He lasted five minutes and cocked it up to the point they knifed him. Give the man the Legion of Honour... LISTEN ABOVE FOR MIKE HOSKING'S FULL WEEK IN REVIEW See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week sees New Zealand host one of its most significant international trade meetings in two decades. Auckland is hosting the Future of Investment and Trade Partnership meeting, which brings together 10 ministers and 100 delegates from 21 different countries. The intention is to reduce barriers and boost trade – particularly for small and medium-sized economies. Latin America New Zealand Business Council Executive Officer Ana Azevedo told Mike Hosking free trade is part of the discussion, but they're also looking for other commonalities and points they can align on. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

National says Labour must take a clear stance on rates caps, with the Government planning to introduce legislation before the election. Labour's Chris Hipkins has told Newstalk ZB his party's yet to decide on a position. He says the policy is "good retail politics" but adds councils will need ways to fund core services. Local Government Minister Simon Watts told Mike Hosking they want to make sure that when they implement a policy, it's enduring and there is certainty for businesses and households. He says the problem is that Labour has previously indicated that they would vote against the legislation, but are now saying they don't have a position. Watts says he just wants to know where they stand on this. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Class A drug use is soaring in New Zealand. The Drug Detection Agency's latest workplace testing results show amphetamines are increasingly showing up, making up 32.7% of positive results nationwide – rising to 44% in Southland. The use of cocaine specifically is also increasing, with positive tests up 68.5% year on year and a 375.8% increase in Canterbury. Chief Executive Glenn Dobson told Mike Hosking that cocaine use on a global scale is up massively, with stats from Australia and the United States showing a similar picture. He says the significant increase in the South Island shows the supply is potentially fluid – suppliers moving around the country more than they have in the past. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Roger Tuivasa-Sheck is in high spirits despite a less than optimal end to his final season with the Warriors. The 32-year-old suffered an ACL injury in the opening minutes of the away game against the St George Illawarra Dragons in May, taking him out of the season. But instead of sitting on the sidelines, he's teamed up with Sky to be their expert analysis for the rest of the season, and his first home game in the role is this weekend's clash against the Dragons. Tuivasa-Sheck told Mike Hosking he was devastated to leave the club that way, as he had big plans for the season before it was cut short. “I was really, really sad, really gutted that that was my last inning for the club,” he said. “I've really invested a lot into the club of the Warriors and I love that place ... but that period has passed and I'm in a better place now.” Tuivasa-Sheck says he's all about “pumping up” the club and trying to do good things for it, and working on Sky is one such thing he can do. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kiwis are spending around 300 hours in their car every year, according to a new survey. The study, carried out by Autotrader in the UK, ranked 15 countries based on how much time motorists spent behind the wheel over the span of a year. New Zealand ranked seventh, with the average Kiwi spending just under six hours in their car each week. AA Transport Policy Director Martin Glynn told Mike Hosking the survey's results heavily highlights the impact of public transport – particularly for France, Germany, the UK, and the Netherlands, who all have solid networks. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sir Keir Starmer has delivered his final goodbye to Parliament as British Prime Minister. Speaking during an emotional final Question time, Starmer declared it the end of his political journey. He announced his resignation last month after mounting pressure from within his Labour government. UK Correspondent Enda Brady told Mike Hosking that Andy Burnham, Starmer's replacement, will need to hit the ground running on Monday. He says there will be huge expectations on him. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Air New Zealand says it's working hard to rebuild trust in the regions. The airline says 86% of flights arrived within 15 minutes of schedule last month, up from just over 78% a year ago. Analytics company OAG rated the airline at just over 84% for June, including cancellations. Ground and In-Flight Chief Operations Officer Kate Boyer told Mike Hosking customers don't care about statistics, they want their flights on time. She says one bad flight can wipe out six or seven good ones, so they're committed to proving themselves to customers. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Preparations to protect our native wildlife against bird flu are said to be well in hand. A seabird found on Wellington's Petone Beach last week tested positive for the H5N1 strain. There's no evidence of widespread transmission, but it's considered inevitable New Zealand will have to learn to live with it. New Zealand's one of the last countries the disease has reached. Biosecurity Minister Andrew Hoggard told Mike Hosking officials have been building protections, as it could be here to stay if it doesn't die out. He says DOC has been vaccinating some critical breeding populations so if they were hit, they should stay safe. Hoggard says the key response for most Kiwis is reporting when they see dead birds, as it helps them build a picture of where the disease is. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While Jerry and Manaia are away we're harking back to some stuff from earlier in the year. At times during the year, Jerry and Manaia decided that they were the bastions of good taste and decency - so they looked for moments when some of our best broadcasters fell a little short. Follow The Hauraki Breakfast Show on Instagram Subscribe to the podcast now on iHeartRadio, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts! Featuring Jeremy Wells and Manaia Stewart, "The Hauraki Breakfast" a radio show like no other weekdays from 6am on Radio Hauraki. Guaranteed to teach you bad new habits, raise your eyebrows, and make you smirk on a regular basis. News, sport & music that rocks! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Catch what we chatted to Mike about when we finally got him into the studio HERE A throwaway Mike Hosking comment sparks a week-long radio feud, as we stop at nothing to get New Zealand's biggest broadcaster downstairs and onto our show. Join the Itty Bitty Hitty Committee HERE!Instagram: @THEHITSBREAKFASTFacebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

US ships are preparing to block Iran's ports as both sides continue to trade strikes. Donald Trump's abandoned his earlier threat of a 20% fee on cargo passing through the Strait of Hormuz, saying it will be replaced by trade deals with Gulf states. The global oil price benchmark Brent Crude is hovering around US$85 – one of its highest points in a month. US Correspondent Richard Arnold told Mike Hosking that only ten ships went through the Strait yesterday – the lowest level in over a month. He says that before the way, the number would be around 130 ships a day. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on Politics Wednesday Mark Mitchell and Ginny Andersen joined Mike Hosking to delve into some of the biggest stories of the week thus far. ACT has announced Paul Henry as a candidate in this year's election – do they have any advice for the former broadcaster? And the Opportunity Party's popularity has been growing – do they have a shot at making it into government this year? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Another positive sign for the economy. Kiwi manufacturer Skellerup —who makes everything from gumboots to industrial rubber products— has lifted its annual profit forecast to as much as $65 million. They credit stronger than expected US demand for the increase. CEO Graham Leaming told Mike Hosking they thought tariffs and the conflict in the Middle East might drive inflation and dampen demand in the US market, but that hasn't materialised. He says demand remains strong, and the things they manufacture and sell are often pretty critical to customers, so they were able to adjust prices in response to tariffs and increases to the cost of raw materials. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's thought a small dip in international visitors is nothing to worry about. International arrivals fell 1.8% between April and May, but remain 6.7% higher than a year ago. Australia and China continue to be New Zealand's biggest visitor markets, despite fewer arrivals from the UK and the United States. Tourism Holdings Limited chief executive Grant Webster told Mike Hosking tourism was growing well before Covid, and we're back on that growth path. He says you can't cut your way to prosperity, so we've got to continue on this path. Christchurch is also outpacing Auckland in overseas visitor growth thanks to growing flight capacity, with Christchurch Airport recording a 22% increase, well ahead of Auckland's 0.7%. Webster told Hosking dispersal of visitors is good for economic spread – Christchurch's effort to increase capacity has flowed through, but there's no doubt Auckland will continue to grow too over the next 12 months. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's more evidence the mass exodus to Australia appears to be turning a corner. Latest Stats NZ figures show net migration from New Zealand to Australia last year was down 8.4% compared to the year before. Newstalk ZB analysis of official Australian data has revealed a similar trend. Massey University sociologist Paul Spoonley told Mike Hosking there's a feeling the tide is turning, which can in turn prompt more people not to go. He says the perception, feeling, and media coverage all play into whether people choose to move to Australia. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Paul Henry's promising his desire to instigate change is genuine, and he won't be wasting any time if he makes it into Parliament. The former broadcaster's running as a list MP for the ACT party this election and has expressed his desire to become a minister. Henry told Mike Hosking he knows the work is hard, and not always fun. The 65-year-old says maybe he should have thought more about it, but he has considered the commitment overall. Paul Henry says he'd like to give at least six years to his political career. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There is confidence global economic resilience is growing in response to volatile oil prices and conflict in the Middle East. The US will soon block Iranian ports again, but Donald Trump's abandoned his plan for a 20% fee on cargo passing through the Strait of Hormuz. It comes as the US and Iran continue to trade strikes and oil prices climb to their highest point in a month. Boris Johnson's Former Chief Economic Advisor, Gerard Lyons told Mike Hosking it takes time for economies to adjust. He says in the Gulf, oil pipe facilities are being built to remove the dependency on the Strait. Lyons says earlier this year, people were fearing the worst-case scenario for the global economy, but there's a lot more resilience now, and so there's more confidence we can weather a setback in Iran. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's relief after confirmation the economy, at this stage, is headed in the right direction. The latest BNZ-BusinessNZ Performance of Services Index shows the sector —which accounts for most economic activity— grew in June. Good results in transport and storage offset a contraction in hospitality. BusinessNZ Chief Executive Katherine Rich told Mike Hosking this is an important result. She says businesses are seeing customers starting to part with some of their money, although there is still some fragility when it comes to discretionary retail spend. Rich says that when combined with the good Manufacturing Index results, this adds up to a good outlook for the economy. But she notes things can change dramatically, saying we can't influence what happens in the Strait of Hormuz. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sir John Key isn't holding back on what he thinks about critics of the India Free Trade Agreement – like Winston Peters. The New Zealand First Leader has raised fresh concerns about the deal, after Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said New Zealand was committed to investing billions into the Indian economy. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says we've only committed to promoting investment. Former Prime Minister Key told Mike Hosking while the India FTA isn't perfect, it will open access to one of the world's great economies. He says anyone opposed to the Indian FTA is a clown who doesn't know much about economics. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The world is mourning Sir Sam Neill – a Kiwi icon who's career spanned more than five decades. The 78-year-old died suddenly in a Sydney hospital after revealing earlier this year he was cancer-free. Neill has more than 150 acting credits to his name, including Jurassic Park, The Piano, and Peaky Blinders. Award-winning actor and director Sir Ian Mune told Mike Hosking their friendship goes back more than 50 years. He says Neill hated being seen to act, and that was part of the appeal – whenever someone went to see his films, they knew they were getting the truth. Mune told Hosking that Neill had a wicked sense of humour and never cracked a smile, so you had to really pay attention to know if he was insulting you, complimenting you, or just making a joke. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fonterra's lowered this season's forecast milk payout following the recent drop in global dairy prices. The midpoint has dropped from $9.75 to $9.25 – well below the $9.70 payout currently forecast for last season. Prices at Global Dairy Trade auctions have fallen 11% since the opening forecast was announced in May. Fonterra CEO Richard Allen told Mike Hosking demand has been softer than anticipated, while production —globally and in New Zealand— has been very strong. He says overall demand is still there, it's just not quite as strong as they thought it was going to be. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sir Scott Dixon has revealed he sat on an IndyCar move for months before deciding to leave his long-time team. The six-time series champion will join rival Arrow McLaren for 2027 on a two-year deal, following a 25th campaign this year with Chip Ganassi. Dixon told Mike Hosking he's kept his current employers in the loop since first toying with a move last September. He says it was not an easy decision by any means, but it came down to his desire for something different. Dixon says he was drawn across by racing under the legacy of New Zealander Bruce McLaren. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Andrew Saville and Jason Pine join Mike Hosking to review the Weekend's sport. On the table today: Will Jordan has broken the record for most tries for an All Blacks player. The world cup semi finals are set after some close quarter final games. And Kiwi V8 prodigy Matt Payne is performing well, is he the next SVG? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Seymour's been left in awe of the Indian Prime Minister's x-factor. Narendra Modi stopped by Auckland on Saturday, attending a series of business, political and community events. He and Chris Luxon agreed to attempt to double two-way trade by 2030. Acting Prime Minister David Seymour told Mike Hosking that he heard Modi speak at a rally, which he attended out of political nerd-ism. He says Modi's a cross between a charismatic Baptist preacher, Winston Churchill, and a new world leader. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Employers and Manufacturers Association is pushing for a bipartisan approach to business policy ahead of the election. The EMA wants greater certainty for businesses. Including plans for manufacturing, a clear energy future and stable settings. Head of Advocacy Alan McDonald told Mike Hosking that as long as everyone can agree on the major settings, it shouldn't matter which government gets in. He says the changing back and forth over the past decade has been highly problematic. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Long-time US Senator Lindsey Graham has passed away. President Donald Trump said he was saddened by Graham's passing, despite the two having a chequered past. US Correspondent Richard Arnold told Mike Hosking that when Graham was running against Trump, he called him a 'kook, crazy and unfit for office' prior to the 2016 election. However once Trump emerged as the leading candidate, he changed his narrative. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trade Minister Todd McClay's praising the success of the Indian Prime Minister's weekend visit. Narendra Modi swept through Auckland on Saturday off the back of our Free Trade Agreement, mapping out a path to 2030 with Prime Minister Chris Luxon. Todd McClay told Mike Hosking that the meetings were positive, and the Government's fulfilled its promise of making a growth in Indian relations, a strategic priority. He says it shows strengthening connections beyond trade, including areas such as defence and security, and diplomatic cooperation. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hard-right politician Nigel Farage is resigning from UK Parliament, only to stand again. The Reform Party Leader's running in the Clacton by-election after triggering a vote when he stood down as MP. He remains under financial scrutiny for not declaring a £5 million gift, but currently only has joke-candidate Count Binface standing in his way. UK Correspondent Enda Brady told Mike Hosking he's sure he'll win, despite the public being sick of him. But he says if Farage thinks he's saving democracy and isn't spraying cash – hosting a by-election costs around £2 million. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At the end of each week, Mike Hosking takes you through the big-ticket items and lets you know what he makes of it all. The World Cup: 8/10 Even a person like me who has minimal, if any, interest in football at the best of times is increasingly mesmerised by people like Messi and teams like England. It's why it's the biggest sport there is. The Reserve Bank: 5/10 Read the room poorly. Don't cock up the recovery. They haven't, they may not, but did a fragile state of mind need a dose of bad news? The NRL TV deal: 8/10 That's the story of a well-told story. V'Landys and Co. dream big, sell well, and bank the results. Wellington: 7/10 I love you. The airport is close to town, Koji has as good a food as anywhere, and it has architecture Auckland could learn from. I was just there for a night, but it was enough to be back for more. Trump's crypto: 2/10 Making money off dummies. One million people have lost $5 billion on Trump crypto. Cool president. LISTEN ABOVE FOR MIKE HOSKING'S FULL WEEK IN REVIEW See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At the end of a short week, Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson are back with Mike Hosking to Wrap the Week that Was. They discussed the All Blacks' travelling gear, whether it's acceptable for kids to go barefoot in restaurants, and what people should actually be wearing in public. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.