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Rob Cope has spoken to over 40,000 New Zealand parents about the dangers hiding in their children's online world.In this episode, he delivers the talk every parent needs to hear - and pulls no punches doing it.They cover the reality of what kids are accessing online, why good kids in good homes aren't protected, the neuroscience of screen addiction, what the government is getting wrong, practical tools to keep your kids safe, and Rob's Wild Dad movement getting fathers off their phones and back into their kids' lives.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.

Host Paul Spain is joined by Glenn Maiden, Chief Security Officer and Director of Threat Intelligence at Fortinet Aus & NZ. Glenn Maiden brings invaluable insights into today's rapidly evolving digital threat landscape with practical advice for organisations of all sizes on how to bolster cyber defences against current and future threats.Paul and Glenn also dive into the latest tech news including:TUANZ call for cross-party tech strategy for New Zealand's digitalAnthropic Suspends latest AI Models Following US Security DirectiveSpaceX launches largest IPO in historyThe emergence of autonomous AI drones in warfareThanks to our partners: Fortinet, One NZ, Workday, 2degrees, Spark, PwC New Zealand, and Gorilla Technology.

TWL Podcast 2026: Ep 28 - ...Like ClockworkA bit of throuples therapy after tense back-to-back losses, with Fonzie rejoining Will and Brad to unpick the Sharks defeat, the ongoing line-up permutations, LIVE team list announcement, a preview of Sunday's clash with the Cowboys and a look ahead at a huge weekend in Ōtautahi Christchurch. PLUS another NO UGLY Salty giveaway and a Canterbury local for this week's PlaceMakers Warriors legend. Join us as a paid subscriber on Substack at https://www.thiswarriorslife.com/Brought to you by the Warriors-mad legends at Kingz Container Crew

CEO of One New Zealand and self-confessed Rugby League tragic Jason Paris joined Canterbury Mornings ahead of a massive weekend of Warriors action in Christchurch. Paris discussed One NZ's longstanding sponsorship of the Warriors, as well as the telco's partnership with Te Kaha, whether his loyalty to the “Wahs” would be tested if the South Island were to secure its own NRL team. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Steve Braunias sat through every day of the Polkinghorne trial - the society murder that gripped New Zealand - and wrote the bestselling book on it. He liked the accused. He chatted with him every morning. And he more than entertains the possibility that Phil Polkinghorne is an innocent man.In this episode, Steve takes us inside the eight weeks that felt like "a carnival": the forensic evidence that won and lost the case, the missing star witness Madison Ashton, the moment the prosecution's case fell apart, and why the national feeling that "he got away with it" collides with everything the facts say.But this is also the story of one of New Zealand's greatest living writers. The Motley Crüe interview that ended with him thrown against a wall. The letter that got him sacked from the Sunday magazine. Failing out of journalism school, learning to type by copying out Sylvia Plath, and 46 years of skewering phonies and squares - plus the surprisingly tender stuff: his late brother Mark, his daughter Minka, and why his dream is to one day stop writing altogether.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.

Host Paul Spain sits down with Jonathan Good, Co-Founder and CEO of Scentian Bio, to dive into the "digitisation of smell and taste “and what it means for industries in New Zealand and beyond. Jonathan shares about the realities of fundraising both locally and abroad, and the challenges and opportunities of bringing cutting-edge chemical sensing technology to market.Plus, Paul and Jonathan explore the latest tech news, including:Health New Zealand's Hybrid Cloud MigrationSpark's Verified Call Feature Against ScamsWorkday's Go Platform expands to NZ & AU2degrees' Shaping Business Study 2026Is AI More Expensive Than Humans?UN Report warns of the Environmental Impact of AIA big thank you to our show partners One NZ, Spark, Workday, 2degrees, Fortinet and Gorilla Technology.

Futurist Frances Valintine (founder of Academy X and Tech Futures Lab) joins the show to map what New Zealand actually looks like in twenty years, and it's a sobering picture.We're one of the fastest-changing populations on earth: ageing fast, with a birth rate well below replacement and a workforce shrinking from four people per retiree toward just two. Her warning is that we're already late to plan for it.From there the conversation turns to AI and the future of work, where Frances is blunt - every job ahead will have an AI component, and the longer you wait to understand it, the harder it gets.She unpacks how the technology is already changing the way we search, shop and make decisions, why New Zealand's greatest advantage in a chaotic world is trust, and how a small country might carve out a future by being the "slow but really good" partner the rest of the world relies on.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.

TWL 2026 - Ep 26: Ill Telecommuncation feat. Jason ParisA special bye week treat for TWL as One NZ CEO, Warriors superfan and social media assassin Jason Paris stops in for an in-depth chat about what makes the Warriors' record-breaking partnership with One NZ tick, the ups and down of COVID and the 'Up the Wahs' phenomenon since, the infamous Twitter incident, One NZ and the prospect of a South Island NRL club, and the balance of being a passionate supporter and a chief sponsor. Join us as a paid subscriber on Substack at https://www.thiswarriorslife.com/Brought to you by the Warriors-mad legends at Kingz Container Crew

Matthew Ridge is one of New Zealand's most recognisable sporting figures - All Blacks captain, NRL star, television personality. But behind the swagger and the highlights reel is a story most people have never heard.Originally released in 2024 and one of our most popular episodes, we're bringing this one back because it deserves to be heard again.Ridgey sits down with Steve and Seamus to tell it all. At 16, he was wrongfully convicted of aggravated robbery - three High Court trials, a 14-year sentence hanging over his head, and a sports career that nearly never happened.He talks about growing up without his father, finding mental toughness through tennis, and the moment he got a voicemail from Graham Lowe asking if he wanted to play rugby league for Manly.He opens up about the NRL years, the TV relationship with Marc Ellis - and he talks honestly about his meth use, functioning as an addict while the cameras rolled, and the moment he looked at a photo of himself and saw no light in his eyes.This is Matthew Ridge like you've never heard him before.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.

The 2026 NZ Hi-Tech Awards highlight a sector reaching new heights in innovation, global growth, and impact, celebrating the organisations and individuals driving New Zealand's tech success story. In this special episode, host Paul Spain speaks with several of this year's standout winners. Hear from Dr Yoram Benit, CEO of Tait Communications, named NZ Hi-Tech Company of the Year, and Matty Blomfield, co-founder and CEO of Hectre, winner of both the NZTE Most Innovative Hi-Tech Agritech Solution and the Greenmount and Poutama Trust Māori Hi-Tech Company of the Year. We also recognise Vaughan Fergusson's contribution to the industry as this year's Flying Kiwi, alongside insights from Jock Richardson and Peter Tait of TCS, winners of the Kiwibank Most Innovative Hi-Tech Solution for a More Sustainable Future. Plus, Arash Tayebi and Noreen Wilson of Kara Technologies share their journey after taking out the 2040 Ventures Hi-Tech Startup Company of the Year. With tech now contributing $24 billion to New Zealand's economy, this episode explores the momentum behind the sector's growth and what's next.Thanks to our partners: One NZ, Workday, 2degrees, Spark, Fortinet, and Gorilla Technology.

For 20 years, Darren Shand was the most powerful person in All Blacks rugby that nobody knew about.As Team Manager across four Rugby World Cups - including the back-to-back title wins of 2011 and 2015 - Shand sat above the coaches, managed the operation, and helped build the cultural architecture of the most successful international rugby team in history.He worked alongside Sir Graham Henry, Sir Steve Hansen, Sir Wayne Smith, Richie McCaw, Dan Carter, and some of the greatest players to ever pull on the black jersey.He talks about the 2004 wake-up call that forced the entire culture to change. The private battles with depression. The end of his marriage. The moment a former Crusaders teammate came to his house to tell him he was fired.He shares stories that have never been made public - including a stunning incident before the 2015 Rugby World Cup final that nearly ended his campaign entirely. And he gives his most honest assessment yet of what happened to the All Blacks after he left - and why Ian Foster never really had a chance.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.

Join Host Paul Spain and Bill Bennett, tech and telecommunications journalist, for a wide-ranging discussion on the latest tech news from New Zealand and beyond, including:Car-sharing startup Mevo goes into liquidationRural connectivity funding reportMobile Network Outages and ResiliencyHydrogen-fuelled vehicles in New ZealandChrome's Silent AI DownloadAI backlash at US university graduationsApple's privacy moves to auto-delete Siri/AI conversationsIntel Core Ultra Series 3A big thank you to our show partners One NZ, Spark, Workday, 2degrees, Fortinet and Gorilla Technology.

Stacey Morrison has been a fixture of New Zealand television and radio for thirty years - but this is the story behind the story.In this episode she opens up about growing up embarrassed by her Māori identity, a gruelling fifteen year journey to te reo fluency, the heartbreaking loss of her mum Sue, and finding the love she never thought she'd have with Scotty Morrison.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.

Over 37,000 people were welcomed to Christchurch's new One New Zealand Stadium for the venue's first concert. The Once in a Lifetime show was headlined by Six60, Kaylee Bell, Cassie Henderson and Synthony, among others. Entertainment correspondent Steve Newall explained further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Before she hits the stage tonight at One NZ Stadium for the Once in a Lifetime concert, Kaylee Bell joined Si & Lana in the studio! Kaylee talks about the nerves of performing at a stadium, her incredible year so far, and what fans can expect from her set tonight. If you're heading to the gig, this is the perfect pre-show listen! Event Info: Get all the set times and stadium details for tonight right here.

The "Country Pop Queen" Kaylee Bell joins the team live in studio!

Nate Alley grew up in Tokoroa without a father, got kicked out of school at 16, and spent the better part of a decade angry, lost, and making decisions he's not proud of.Today he runs his own Sentinel Homes franchise in the Waikato, with nearly 200 million dollars in construction work completed over the last decade.In this episode Nate speaks publicly for the first time about his upbringing, a failed first business, burnout, and divorce - and the moment holding his newborn daughter that forced him to confront who he was really becoming.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.

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Steve cold emailed Jason Paris, the CEO of One New Zealand. He replied in three minutes. In this episode, Seamus and Steve sit down with business coach Di Foster to unpack what landing the biggest naming rights deal in Between Two Beers history actually means for the business, and what it exposes about everything they still haven't figured out.Di doesn't let the celebration last long. With a One NZ contract signed, she turns the lens on the stuff both of them have been avoiding: Steve's got no emergency fund, no real Plan B, and a YOLO attitude to financial planning that works fine until it doesn't. Seamus' catastrophising about $200 oil and backyard bunkers while quietly knowing the business needs reserves. And Di, despite decades of business experience, admits she's never actually felt financially secure either.Thanks to our friends at Odoo for supporting the show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen in as Paul Spain sits down with Shan Moorthy, Chief Technology Officer for APAC at Workday, for an in-depth conversation on the rapid evolution of AI in the workplace. They explore the latest trends around generative and agentic AI, discuss real-world successes and setbacks from AI adoption, and dig into strategies for organisations looking to leverage AI safely, efficiently, and at scale. This episode offers valuable insights on navigating the complexities of AI integration, covering everything from proof-of-concept pitfalls, governance and compliance to the future of hybrid human-agent workforces. A big thank you to our show partners One NZ, Spark, Workday, 2degrees, Fortinet and Gorilla Technology.

Si, Lana & The Breakfast Club take you inside the historic opening of the One NZ Stadium for the massive Super Round of rugby! The atmosphere was electric, the crowds were out in force, and the stadium officially passed the vibe check—but for Simon, it was more than just a game. In this episode, Si opens up about why he found the weekend so deeply moving and reveals the one specific moment he says he will never forget (and no, it wasn’t just the scoreline!). In this clip: Stadium Review: The hits, the misses, and the overall feel of the new home of rugby. Super Round Chaos: Highlights from a massive weekend of back-to-back action. The "Core Memory": Simon shares the touching detail that caught him off guard and made the weekend legendary.

The new era under the roof is underway in the opening Super Rugby fixture at Christchurch's Te Kaha Stadium. After years of anticipation, the new One New Zealand Stadium opened its doors, and fans packed into the stadium for the Super Round. Former Wallaby and stadium designer with Populous Al Baxter joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Christchurch's new One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha officially opened this weekend with a sold out match between the Crusaders and Waratahs on Friday night. The All Blacks' first test at the venue on July 4, and the Warriors' first NRL match at the stadium in June both quickly sold out, while Robbie Williams and the Foo Fighters are set to perform in late 2026 / early 2027. Crusaders CEO Colin Mansbridge says the One New Zealand Stadium is ready to replace Eden Park as New Zealand's national stadium, despite being half the size. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Super Round has set Christchurch alight. It kicked off in Christchurch's brand new One NZ Stadium last night, the Crusaders claiming a comprehensive win over the Waratahs. Super Rugby Pacific CEO Jack Mesley told Piney he couldn't be happier with the results. “I knew it was gonna be a success, you could see the ticket sales data and things like that, but I probably underestimated the level of emotion that it meant for, you know, everyone from this part of the world.” “It just turned into a party really.” LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Christchurch bars, restaurants and retailers are preparing for a bumper weekend with the city's new stadium playing host to its first crowds. One NZ Stadium hosts Super Rugby's Super Round over the next three days, with the Crusaders taking on the Waratahs in the opening match tonight. Recent alcohol law changes mean hospitality venues can now open past midnight and sell alcohol without serving meals. Business Canterbury Chief Executive Leeann Watson told Ryan Bridge that the stadium will bring people into the city and have them spend locally, which is exactly what they want. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Christchurch bars, restaurants and retailers are preparing for a bumper weekend with the city's new stadium playing host to its first crowds. One NZ Stadium hosts Super Rugby's Super Round over the next three days, with the Crusaders taking on the Waratahs in the opening match tonight. Recent alcohol law changes mean hospitality venues can now open past midnight and sell alcohol without serving meals. Business Canterbury Chief Executive Leeann Watson told Ryan Bridge that the stadium will bring people into the city and have them spend locally, which is exactly what they want. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a big weekend for rugby, Christchurch hosting the Super Round this weekend at the new One NZ Stadium. Five games will be played across the long weekend, the Crusaders kicking things off tonight with a clash against the Waratahs. 75,000 fans are expected, with 13,000 coming from out of town. Super Rugby Pacific CEO Jack Mesley told Mike Hosking that squeezing five games into one venue was a pretty big challenge, but everyone's been so excited to be a part of it. He says all parties have worked well together to do all the planning and get everything sorted. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The pitch is ready and waiting for the doors to open at Christchurch's new One NZ Stadium. The stadium's hosting Super Rugby's Super Round over the next three days, with the Crusaders taking on the Waratahs in front of a 25 thousand strong crowd in tonight's opening match. Construction on the $683 million venue started in 2022 after Lancaster Park was destroyed in the 2011 quakes. Venues Otautahi CEO Caroline Harvie-Teare told Mike Hosking the city's waited a long time for this day. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ahead of the Super Round weekend in Christchurch, John MacDonald caught up with former All Black and Crusaders legend, Dan Carter. They discuss Dan's time as a Crusader during the earthquakes, what he reckons of the new One NZ stadium, and the 'Every Drop Challenge' that Dan is hosting at half time on Super Round Sunday. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Excitement is brewing across Christchurch as One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha will finally open its doors on Friday. Christchurch City Council Senior Project Manager Dr Richard Gibbs joined Canterbury Mornings and discussed the part he has played in producing the world-class turf at One NZ Stadium, and his thoughts on the lack of horses that won't be moving with the Crusaders to their new home. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Over nine-thousand punters turned up for the Crusaders open training session at One New Zealand Stadium on Thursday evening. John MacDonald also went along and spoke with a few fans at the final test event before next week's Super Round. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join host Paul Spain and Nilay Rathod (Spark) as they explore this week's tech stories including Scentian Bio's $7m Boost, Lanaco's wool-based space filtration on Artemis II, Air NZ to expand digital ID trials, Anthropic's Project Glasswing, China's supercomputer breach and Amazon Leo launch updates. Plus, Nilay discusses how Spark's collaboration with Starlink is revolutionising connectivity, the impacts of shutting down 3G, the role of AI in business transformation and cybersecurity and what's next for Spark.Thanks to our Partners Spark New Zealand, One NZ, Workday, 2degrees, Fortinet and Gorilla Technology

Horses will be absent from Crusaders' match-day Super Rugby experiences at Christchurch's new stadium due to safety reasons. Officials say limited space around the field means the six steeds would have struggled to avoid the playing surface, therefore compromising the condition of the turf and creating potential injury risks. Sportstalk host Elliott Smith explained further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Design constraints have ruled out letting the Crusaders' matchday horses have a run - in Christchurch's new stadium. The six horses have featured at home games since 1996, but the space limits at One NZ Stadium leave just seven metres between the sideline and LED signage. Venues Otautahi chief executive, Caroline Harvie-Teare, says it's not an unusual layout for a modern stadium, but means the horses would've had to run across artificial turf and natural grass. "It's not the only reason though, obviously with a roof and with the proximity of the crowd to the playing surface, what that does for the horses is - it creates an environment where they actually need to move faster." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One NZ Warriors CEO Cam George catches up with Smithy to chat about how their season is going so far, injury, squad depth, Marata Niukore signing for the Knights, roster & more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fuel prices are rising, and so is interest in electric vehicles. In this episode of EV Quest, Adrian Maidment talks with Hayden Johnson, General Manager of EV specialist dealership GVI, to unpack what's really happening in New Zealand's EV market.Are EVs actually selling out? Is this surge driven purely by petrol prices, or are we seeing a genuine tipping point in consumer behaviour?They cover: Why EV demand has suddenly accelerated  The reality behind “no stock” headlines  What first-time EV buyers need to know  The truth about battery lifespan myths  Examples of  which vehicles offer the best value right now If you're thinking about switching to an EV or just trying to make sense of the hype, this episode gives you real, on-the-ground insight from someone in the  the know.LInk: GVI - https://www.gvi.kiwi/

Host Paul Spain is joined by Brett Roberts as they unpack the latest tech news from New Zealand and the wider world. From Peter Beck's bold leadership, a look back at Apple's 50‑year legacy of design and disruption, a trip around the moon with Artemis 2 crew and more.Topics include:Peter Beck cuts his Rocket Lab salary to $1Spark launches Starlink satellite‑to‑mobile servicesNZ Government funding shifts toward emerging TechAutonomous vehicle challenges and failuresApple's 50 years of innovationArtemis 2 lunar FlybySpaceX IPO speculationAnthropic / Claude source code leakA big thank you to our show partners One NZ, Spark, Workday, 2degrees, Fortinet and Gorilla Technology.

The Crusaders are hoping their new home at One NZ Stadium won't take away one of their greatest advantages. The most successful team in Super Rugby history will play a final match at their 14-year stop-gap stadium in Addington tomorrow night when they tackle the Drua. Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave explained further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Years of waiting are nearly over for Christchurch, with the city's new stadium on the brink of opening. Ministers and city leaders will attend this morning's official launch of One NZ Stadium ahead of its first major event – Super Rugby's Super Round on Anzac weekend. Venues Ōtautahi Chief Executive Caroline Harvie-Teare told Mike Hosking residents have put up with a compromised stadium for years. She says the focus is now on locking in top-tier events and securing long-term partnerships. Harvie-Teare told Hosking they're lucky to already have partnerships with the Crusaders as well as the Warriors. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For the second time in One NZ Warriors history the team has started a season 3 and 0, most recently beating the Knights 38 - 12. One NZ Warriors CEO Cameron George attributed the teams success to the team being 'balanced'. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen in as host Paul Spain sits down with Joe Goddard (One NZ) as they explore One NZ's satellite-to-mobile networks, introduction of One Wallet and Phone Dollars and what's next for One NZ.They also review tech news from the week including:InternetNZ's latest findings on Kiwis' online habits and AI caution Datagrid's South Island 'AI factory' QR-code food labels concerns Starlink's pricing backlash for pilots,150 years of the telephone NASA's Artemis II launch targetA big thank you to our show partners One NZ, Spark, Workday, 2degrees, Fortinet and Gorilla Technology.

We teamed up with One NZ to celebrate Prepay Plus and all the perks it has to offer – and gave five flats the chance to win the ultimate upgrade – powered by Prepay Plus! Five flats joined us to compete in the ultimate flat-out challenge: racing up Baldwin Street...In bald caps, obviously. With the show LIVE from Baldwin Street. One NZ Prepay Plus has all the perks. It's your new way to prepay.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's hints that Christchurch's brand-new stadium will be soon hosting an event no other city will have. American rock band Foo Fighters are the first international act confirmed for One NZ Stadium, scheduled to open in April. Other major events lined-up include Super Rugby's Super Round and a concert featuring Six60 and Synthony in May. Venues Otautahi CEO Caroline Harvie-Teare says a New Zealand-exclusive event announcement is coming soon. "They're the things that really shift the dial when it comes to visitation here in Christchurch and they're the things that we want to see here in Christchurch, and this is why we've got this beautiful new venue." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Paul Spain as he welcomes Marian Johnson for a lively discussion about New Zealand's tech innovation scene. Explore the NZ Hi-Tech Awards, tips for aspiring finalists, Partly's exciting journey in North America, and why New Zealand is positioned to lead globally in technology and innovation.Plus, the latest tech news including:NZ's annual space launch limit increasedChris Liddell joins AnthropicParking fine Tech mishapsRussian Soldiers tricked by fake Starlink registrationsRing doorbell Superbowl ad sparks privacy backlashBlue Origin unveils TeraWave Satellite Internet ServiceA big thank you to our show partners One NZ, Spark, Workday, 2degrees, Fortinet and Gorilla Technology.

Hear from host Paul Spain and Seeby Woodhouse (Voyager Internet) as they unpack this week's tech news including, One NZ kicking off its 3G shutdown in Dunedin, Radio Trackers boost Auckland's hornet hunt, EB Games' nationwide exit and the government's new AI advisory pilot for SMEs. They explore Apple's choice to use Gemini AI for Siri and Grok's deepfake controversy. Plus, Seeby shares candid reflections on leadership, work-life balance, and why coming back to hands-on management has been both energizing and inspiring.A big thank you to our show partners One NZ, Spark, Workday, 2degrees and Gorilla Technology.

Listen in as host Paul Spain sits down with Chris Smith, Co-founder and CEO of Count, an AI-powered accounting platform aiming to disrupt the likes of Xero and traditional accounting software. Chris shares his journey from early startups like Dash Tickets at university, and STQRY to working with Meta, and the inspiration and challenges behind launching Count. He discusses its rapid growth, global team, and competitive edge against industry giants. They also explore lessons learned from Silicon Valley, AI-driven development, and the future of New Zealand's tech ecosystem.A big thank you to our show partners One NZ, Spark, Workday, 2degrees and Gorilla Technology.

We catch up on the racing and tri news from the weekend. The Triathlon World Tour will launch in 2027 and combine the existing T100 Triathlon World Tour, a rebranded World Triathlon Championship Series and World Triathlon Cups. The T100 Tour will be rebranded as the T100 World Championship Series At the recent One NZ GODZONE Adventure race Team RAB made up of Sophie Hart, Chris Forne, Simone Maier and Sam Clark were welcomed by a large crowd of friends, family and supporters as they crossed the line in first place. Team Captain Chris Forne described this latest Chapter 12 of the One NZ GODZONE race as the toughest one to date. Due to the exceptionally challenging conditions, many teams were forced onto a short course or had to retire.  In this episode we chat to Team RAB's Simone Maier one of the world's leading adventure and multisport racers. Simone shares her experiences from the gruelling GODZONE Adventure Race, discussing her recovery from pneumonia and the challenges of hydration and nutrition. She reflects on the race's brutality and the importance of team support and dynamics under extreme conditions. (0:00:00) – Try Off Road Taupo  (0:03:48) – T100 Qatar race and World Tour 2026 announcement (0:26:31) – Simone Maier and One NZ GODZONE LINKS: Godzone Adventure Race at https://godzoneadventure.com/ Simone Maier at https://www.simonemaier.co.nz/ Try Off Road Taupo at https://www.tryoffroadtaupo.co.nz/ T100 at https://t100triathlon.com/

Host Paul Spain is joined by tech journalist Bill Bennett to unpack the latest tech news, including Two Kiwi made apps scoop Apple's 2025 App Store Awards, Open banking is officially mandated in New Zealand. We discuss banks' device and behavioural surveillance, RAM price hikes and India's compulsory cyber safety app. Plus Motorola's latest phones and our Christmas Tech Gifts guide featuring Dyson's PencilVac, AirPods Pro 3 and more.A big thank you to our show partners One NZ, Spark, Workday, HP, 2degrees and Gorilla Technology.

Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown talks with Paul Spain about the future of technology in Auckland and New Zealand. The mayor shares his vision for making Auckland a leading tech hub and how he believes the city can better contribute to New Zealand's economy.From his experience leading business delegations to China and India, to his hands-on approach supporting the Auckland Tech Alliance and pushing for digital innovation within local government, Wayne Brown offers his viewpoints on city-to-city connections, global tech opportunities, and the sometimes-bumpy road of digital transformation and adoption.We explore practical challenges around balancing technological innovation with privacy and inclusivity, discuss Auckland's role in supporting the wider country, and hear why Mayor Wayne Brown believes collaboration, progressive development, and a willingness to take risks are key to unlocking Auckland's and New Zealand's potential on the global tech stage.This episode also touches on Council Digitisation, Rocket Lab, Halter, Bengaluru - India, Guangzhou - China, Sao Paulo - Brazil, Startup Week, Auckland Technology Alliance, Transport, Road Cones and more.A big thank you to our show partners One NZ, Spark, Workday, HP, 2degrees and Gorilla Technology.

Hear from host Paul Spain and Alyona Medelyan (Thematic) as they discuss highlights from Auckland Startup Week, and review tech news from the week including, NZ's undersea drone push to protect vital cables, Rural internet pressures amid Starlink's rise, AWS DNS triggers widespread outages, major fraud stories span crypto empires and rigged poker. Plus, Alyona shares insights on leadership, startup culture lessons, and how Thematic helps businesses with customer feedback analytics.A big thank you to our show partners One NZ, Spark, HP, 2degrees and Gorilla Technology.