Podcast appearances and mentions of penny ashton

Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Penny Ashton and David Farrar. First up, MPs perks have been deeply scrutinised lately. They're unapologetic about the perks, but are we paying politicians more than what they'd get in the private sector? And if not should they? Geoff Plimmer, associate professor for the school of business and government in Victoria University, joins the panel to discuss. Then, a traffic island at the end of Courtenay Place is the only physical evidence of the Golden Mile dream - now it may have to be altered. Wellington columnist Dave Armstrong opines about the now dead project.

In part two, Northland's council is warning people on the hunt for a cheap second hand boat, that if the price is the best bargain you've ever seen, it's probably not quite the steal you think it is. Jim Lyle, Northland Regional Council harbourmaster, explains. Then, thousands of teens across the country will swap home comforts for tough challenges. All for the annual World Vision 40 Hour Challenge. The challenge has changed a lot in the years its been held. Hanna Taylor Moller, Head of Pacific Partnerships, World Vision New Zealand rings in to explain what the 2026 challenge looks like.

Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Penny Ashton and Tim Wilson. First up, lead your own reform, or we'll do it for you: those are words straight from RMA Reform minister Chris Bishop, who has given councils a three-month ultimatum to lock in amalgamation proposals. The Panel talks to South Wairarapa Mayor Fran Wilde. Is three months enough time? Then, in Porirua a single mother has had 14 thousand dollars of debt from a car loan written off. This is thanks to the advocacy from a local budgeting facilitator, who wouldn't take no for an answer when she saw the stress this debt was causing.

In part two, ACT leader David Seymour says the government needs to go further and allow pharmacists to treat more conditions, reducing how often New Zealanders will need to go see a GP. Chair of GP advocacy group GenPro Angus Chambers says there are fishhooks in the idea. Then, how to solve low voting turnout? Online voting? A month-long voting window? Sausage sizzles? Well, why not have a look at the Lawrence-Tuapeka ward in the Clutha District. They clocked in a 70 percent voter turnout in the last local body elections. What's their secret sauce?

Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Penny Ashton and Phil O'Reilly. First up, we hear from the Wellington region which has been hit by extreme rain and suffered flooding and landslips. We'll talk to affected residents and hear from local authorities. Then, questions around Christopher Luxon's leadership of the National Party and this Prime Minister role keep bubbling to the surface. Now, another nightmare poll, this time from 1News has support for him and his party crash to new lows. The Panel talks to Michael Swanson, PhD candidate for politics at the University of Otago about where this is all going to end up.

In part two, the Panel hears from Larni Porou, mobility parking crusader in Te Tai Rawhiti/Gisborne, about why she's fed up with illegal parking in mobility spaces. Then, grasp your pearls, everyone. They are changing the giant L&P bottle in Paeroa. What are they doing to this essential icon and why?

Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Richard Pamatatau and Penny Ashton. First up, Māori broadcaster Radio Waatea has been saved at the eleventh hour by private sponsors after a government funding cut almost forced their closure. General manager Matthew Tukaki joins the show. Then, a Member's Bill could legalise the sale of booze public holidays as soon as this Easter Weekend. Grant Hewison from Communities Against Alcohol Harm has been reading up on this.

In part two, are you fed up by the lack of available carparks in new urban developments? New Zealand Initiative principal economist Eric Crampton has a solution: if you want it, you pay for it. Then, a new food cart on the Picton foreshore is offering more than coffee and kai. HAV-A-CHAT is encouraging punters to sit down and talk. Owner Warren Richardson explains.

In part two, columnist Martin van Beynen says it's a national disgrace that after 15 years Cathedral Square is still a building site. Then, Wellington Volunteer Fire Support has offered to help clean the outside of houses affected by the recent storms. The Panel hears more about this lovely community imitative to help people who can't do the cleanup themselves.

Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Penny Ashton and Peter Field. First up, the government has just announced a policy to give more power to Police to move on rough sleepers. The Panel talks to Paul Gilberd, CEO of Community Housing Aotearoa. Then, Parliament says it will no longer post on X (former known as Twitter). What does this mean for official communications from the government? Is X just simply dead? The Panel talks to social media strategist Anna Rawhiti-Connell.

In part two, the All Blacks and South Africa are due to play each other in a match in the US in September. With the ICE shootings and general unrest in America, is it really the best back drop for the match?, asks sports writer Alice Soper. The panel discusses with Alice if politics should or shouldn't stay out of rugby. Then, once again the SPCA are asking for help in finding a home for another long stay dog in their care. Azul has been with the SPCA for just over 300 days. She's sick of being overlooked and is ready to find her forever home. If you think you can offer Azul what she needs, please visit her page on the SPCA website for more info.

Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by Penny Ashton and Patrick Phelps. First up, with the recent fatal weather dis related disasters in the North island we have to ask: does our emergency planning match the frequency and extremity of events? The Panel talks to Richard Adams, the founder and director of Taskforce Kiwi, an organisation that offers completely voluntary support in emergencies. Then, the Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has declined Donald Trump's offer for New Zealand to join the Board for Peace. The Panel mulls over the pros and cons of the decision - should we have taken the seat at the table?

Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Ben Thomas and Penny Ashton. First up, after Winston Peters' pledge to repeal the Regulatory Standards Bill, are cracks starting to show in the coalition? Political commentator Jacqui Van Der Kaay gives her analysis. Then, the New Zealand Breakers basketball team have been under fire for deciding to not wear a rainbow pride jersey. Was their decision justified?

In part two, it's time for another edition of Panel Soapbox - James joins the show with criticisms of the state of workmanship in New Zealand. Then, Auckland Women's Centre is over the moon about a $20,000 donation from none other than Metallica.

Send us a textWay back in March Penny performed this poem at WOMAD spurred on by some political bullshit by a well known "church" attacking a local LGBT+ superstar who was simply performing their show about the WEATHER to kids. The NZ leading coalition's current curriculum nonsense has spurred her again to upload this, in case any Showy Ovarians were missing hearing her be funny whilst swearing and ranting a bit. So yes trigger warning: funny sweary ranty lady ahead. Also head to https://www.hotpink.co.nz/austen-found/ to book to see two happy funny ladies performing an improvised musical for Jane Austen's 250th Birthday. Starring Lori Dungey, Penny Ashton and Greg Ward on the keys. Toodles. Support the show

Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Penny Ashton and Nick Leggett. First up, they check in with the Student Volunteer Army in Invercargill, as they enter clean-up mode from this week's devastating weather. Then, how often are we set to see this extremity of weather as the climate continues to rise? Climate Scientist Dr Nathanael Melia joins The Panel. And ACT MP Laura McClure's bill to criminalise sexually explicit 'deepfake' images has been drawn from the biscuit bin. What does this mean?

In part two, do you remember swimming lessons at school? Water Safety NZ says not enough kids are getting on the waka, with under half of the country's children doing lessons according to a 2023 report. Then, a community choir with a special twist is celebrating 10 years of song with a star-studded concert in a few weeks' time.

Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Penny Ashton and Tim Wilson. First up, America has been left reeling after today's assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. The panel talk to Professor Julian Droogan, Head of the School of International Studies at Macquarie University, about the impact of this and what it tells us about US politics right now. Then, the latest Financial Services Council report has revealed that our Gen Zs are great savers, but that the cost of living is a huge worry for them. Is there a way to build their confidence?

In part two, the government's new shoplifting offence reverses the innocent until proven guilty rule. What does this mean for individual rights? Then, health and safety concerns have closed the flying fox at Kaitawa Reserve in Paraparaumu.

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Damien Venuto & Penny Ashton. They discuss: the rise of the feral cat, the latest political poll, and proposed changed to the building code.

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Damien Venuto & Penny Ashton. They discuss the dark side of the film industry, and the clam and tomato ice cream representing Dunedin.

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Penny Ashton & Mark Knoff-Thomas. The trio discuss kiwis declining concern about the impact of climate change and the saga of Nelson's bus stop seat theft.

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Penny Ashton & Mark Knoff-Thomas. The trio discuss the Anzac Parade that isn't going ahead due to road cones. Plus we get a pilot on the show to answer all your questions about flying.

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Penny Ashton and Phil O'Reilly. They discuss that latest political poll that perceives the current National coalition government to be the worst of the past eight years, the consequences of Donald Trump defying court orders and the final checkered flag waving at Western Springs Speedway tomorrow.

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Penny Ashton and Phil O'Reilly. In the second half of the show, they discuss the supermarket monopoly and a ghost-themed visitor tour coming up at Parliament.

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Ed McKnight & Penny Ashton. The trio discuss the governments failure to meet and of it's intermediate child poverty targets, and the proposed re-introduction of pay cuts for workers partaking in partial strikes. Plus we run a snap Panel Poll. Would you support renaming New Zealand to Aotearoa? Penny Ashton is a performer, celebrant, producer, publicist and comedy troubadour Ed McKnight is an Economist at Opes Partners [picture id="4KPDH9K_RNZD1445_jpg" crop="16x10" layout="full"]

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Ed McKnight & Penny Ashton. The trio discuss the impact of unpaid placements in healthcare and education. Pilot Vaughn Davis also joins The Panel for another instalment of "Ask the pilot". Penny Ashton is a performer, celebrant, producer, publicist and comedy troubadour Ed McKnight is an Economist at Opes Partners [picture id="4KTFQMZ_Boeing_plane_jpg" crop="16x10" layout="full"]

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Penny Ashton and Scott Campbell to discuss the surge in numbers joining the joining the Hikoi mo Te Tiriti from Te Waipounamu. Plus the panel discusses how much more likely you are to be involved in a crash if you've already been given a ticket for speeding.

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Penny Ashton and Scott Campbell discuss what can be done to ensure healthier options are available at the school tuck shop. Plus, the burden of maintaining heritage buildings - who should pay?

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

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

This week on the Sunday Panel, comedian Penny Ashton and Newstalk ZB host Roman Travers joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! Local Government Minister Simeon Brown has confirmed he's going to step in and intervene at Wellington Council amid concerns about their finances. Is this the right move? Waikato has earned New Zealand its first spot in Expedia Group's global travel trends list. Do we agree with this? The story of Basil/Muffin the cat made the news and sparked a debate - how long is too long to reclaim your lost pet? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tonight on The Panel, Mark Leishman and panellists Alan McElroy and Penny Ashton discuss proposed changes to tenancy laws surrounding pets and Dave Letele closing his Auckland food bank.

Tonight on second half of The Panel, Mark Leishman and panellists Alan McElroy and Penny Ashton discuss the use of AI for property valuations, migration figures, and a new era for Rainbow's End.

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Ben Thomas & Penny Ashton discuss why Nurse Practitioners need more funding, if postman have a duty to filter the mail, and the man growing a tropical fruit industry. Ben Thomas is a PR specialist and former National Party parliamentary staffer Penny Ashton is an actor, writer, improviser, podcaster, celebrant & director. [picture id="4LX3XSV_copyrightīmage_285367" crop="16x10" layout="full"]

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Ben Thomas & Penny Ashton discuss whether importing LNG is a good idea, and Upper Hutt councils removal of a healthy stand of beech trees. Ben Thomas is a PR specialist and former National Party parliamentary staffer Penny Ashton is an actor, writer, improviser, podcaster, celebrant & director. [picture id="4LX3XSV_copyrightīmage_285367" crop="16x10" layout="full"]

Tonight on The Panel, Mark Leishman and panellists Zoe George and Conor English discuss bullying in schools and gleam some advice from a child psychologist and they hear about a tatsty cheese toastie rivlary.

Tonight on The Panel, Mark Leishman and panellists Penny Ashton and Chris Wikaira discuss social media, teh trials of working in a group after being solo for so long and they hear from Oamaru where they;ve sucessful, and non-leathally removed hundreds of nesting red-billed gulls.

Tonight on The Panel, Mark Leishman and panellists Penny Ashton and Chris Wikaira hear about the amazing relocation of hundreds of Kiwi from Waikato, the most sucessful in years. The Panel also discusses the future of EVs; with the market slacing off, is the future of electric cars looking shaky?

Tonight on The Panel, Mark Leishman and panellists Penny Ashton and Chris Wikaira hear about the amazing relocation of hundreds of Kiwi from Waikato, the most sucessful in years. The Panel also discusses the future of EVs; with the market slacing off, is the future of electric cars looking shaky?

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Dean Hall & Penny Ashton discuss Stats NZ pulling out of the "dangerous: Auckland CBD. Plus David MacLeod's failure to declare $178,000 in candidate donations to the Electoral Commission. Dean Hall is CEO and Founder of video games studio RocketWerkz Penny Ashton is an actor, writer, improviser, podcaster, celebrant and director.

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Dean Hall & Penny Ashton discuss the future of Petone Wharf and whether historical accuracy matters in romantic fiction like Bridgerton. Dean Hall is CEO and Founder of video games studio RocketWerkz Penny Ashton is an actor, writer, improviser, podcaster, celebrant and director.

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace and panellists Penny Ashton and Martin Bosley discuss the Government's new 'action plan', focusing on the Regional Infrastructure Fund and what's needed here. Also, they discuss the top CEO pay figures released and whether CEO salaries should be capped.

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace and panellists Penny Ashton and Martin Bosley discuss cycleways and how most people are supportive of being able to cycle in their neighbourhood. 

Writer, journalist, redhead advocate and PR specialist; Angela Barnett swung by Penny's house to discuss inter generational bodily shizzle in all its complicated glory. From her mother's traumatic birth, to her own struggles with bulimia, to making sure her daughter navigates the world aware of the ridiculous standards placed on women by the patriarchy and the diet industrial complex, they cover it all. Angela is a committed body shame banisher and advocate for women and girls. She's interviewed many kick arse ladies like Chelsea Winstanley, Rose Matafeo and Penny Ashton (for a menopause story) and in this interview they cover the excitement of orgasms, being addicted to addicts and how to let go of being concerned about fat fingers. CW: Bulimia, Institutionalisation, Disordered Eating, Addiction. Support the show

Today on the show, Susana and panellists Penny Ashton and Selwyn Manning discuss the end of the Auckland Regional Fuel tax. More than one hundred new classrooms for 20 schools around the country are being 'paused' so what are schools supposed to do now? The Panel hears from an Ashburton principal. Plus, are we welcoming enough young people to sit at boardroom tables? Jo Cribb doesn't think so.

Today on the show Susana and panellists dig through the Friday Mailbag for the biggest topics of the week. Plus, the panellists tell us what has been on their minds this week.

Today on the show, Susana and panellists Penny Ashton and Selwyn Manning hear from a Whangarei doctor struggling to keep their practice doors open. And, we hear from fire fighters about efforts around the country to manage risks. And, what is the best prize you're ever won? A raffle meat pack?   

Wallace and panellists Penny Ashton and Garry Moore reflect on the legacy of Henry Kissinger. Plus, our panellists tell us what has been on their mind this week.

Body dysmorphia, a distressing psychological condition, manifests as a distorted perception of one's appearance. This internal struggle becomes even more prevalent among midlife women, who face unique challenges in a society obsessed with youth and beauty standards. The pressures of ageing, hormonal changes, societal expectations, and the influence of social media intensify the impact of body dysmorphia during this transformative stage of life. I was so excited to interview Penny Ashton - a New Zealand based, self-employed performer, poet, podcaster, writer and wedding celebrant to discuss our unique experiences with body dysmorphia and how we have come to the wonderful conclusion that we have NO F***S LEFT TO GIVE. We discuss (in no particular order) porn, Jane Austen, impostor syndrome, diets, Jenny Craig, liposuction, bodybuilding, THAT Gwyneth Paltrow interview, selfie angles, clothing sizes and slut shaming. To connect with Penny: Facebook Twitter Showy Ovaries Podcast Website For Sexy Ageing Resources   Sexy Ageing Fitness and Lifestyle APP: ⁠FREE One week Trial⁠ ⁠Menopause Management Online Course⁠: Just $27!!!! Book: ⁠My Menopause Memoir⁠ Download your FREE Menopause Symptom Tracker ⁠HERE ⁠ BENABLE ONLINE SHOPPING: Use this invite code to set up your own account for free "SA7YX" CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIALS ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠TikTok⁠ ⁠The Sexy Ageing Facebook Community --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tracy-minnoch/message