Podcast appearances and mentions of Simon Wilson

Who is the Sporting Director of Sheffield Wednesday - Mr. Simon Wilson? Simon joins the team at Wednesday after a successful period at Stockport County? But how did he get there? What has he done in his past? What do we know about him? Matt goes through Simon's career to tell you just that. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every second Thursday we invite a guest to come and help solve some of the world's problems - this week Jesse is joined by journalist Simon Wilson who wonders why we can't all just play more football and avoid more wars. [picture id="4JMVZH8_AFP__20260617__2281975452__v1__HighRes__ArgentinaVAlgeriaGroupJFifaWorldCup2026_jpg" crop="16x10" layout="full"]

In this edition of the FootballTalk Podcast, we take out first look at the 2026 World Cup, the winners and losers in the first week, while assessing England's promising performance in their 4-2 win over Croatia on Wednesday night in Dallas. Closer to home, Stuart Rayner, Leon Wobschall and host Mark Singleton turn their attention to Sheffield Wednesday and the appointment of new sporting director, Simon Wilson and his plans for making the owls a competitive force in 2026-27. The pressing need for Rotherham United to appoint a new permanent manager grows further after their top two choices both declined the chance to move to the New York Stadium, while the panel assess the comments of Barnsley ceo, Jon Flatman, with regard to the future direction of the club.

Conversations are said to be close between Wednesday and Millwall regarding a return for Barry Bannan. Simon Wilson's arrival looks imminent, and Will Grainger is one of the youngsters said to be set to sign a new long term contract. We talk about that as well as the club hitting a record total for season tickets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Markel Insurance CEO Simon Wilson goes Inside the ICE House to discuss the company's century-long evolution from insuring jitney buses to becoming a global specialty insurer. He explains Markel's model and its long-term approach to underwriting, investing, and compounding value. Wilson outlines his vision to refocus the business on customer obsession, deep expertise, operational speed, and trust. He also shares how AI is transforming underwriting, operations, and the broader specialty insurance landscape.

Simon discusses the on going battle involving former All Black Ali Williams and billionaire Anna Mowbray who want to use a helicopter from their back yard. He also has the latest on a suggested new design for a second Auckland bridge, the end of a liquor licence freeze, the first of the new electric ferries on the water and a huge month a festivals for June.

Join James and Matt as they go through the last weeks event at Hillsborough. Simon Wilson looks to be an imminent arrival in terms of a sporting director, and he has his work cut out on building a squad. We discuss who potential transfer targets are, whether or not Simon could bring some of his Stockport players over with him, and if you'd take Jaden Heskey for another season. We'll also touch on the great work that the Trust have done with the ticket fundraising efforts. x.com/wtidpod patreon.com/wtidpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tonight, on The Panel, Emile Donovan is joined by panellists Simon Wilson and Deborah Hart. First up, RNZ's In Depth team have found $1m in political donations have linked to fast track projects - is this damaging to public trust? Then, the Supreme Court is considering toughening rules on AI use after two instances of hallucinations in official files.

In part two, among economic challenges, there's been an uptick globally in business events - and New Zealand and Australia are leading the charge. Then, fancy a candlelit dinner cooked over the fire? Well, head to St George's Restaurant in Havelock North this World Environment Day for that very experience.

This week on the Sunday Panel, journalist Simon Wilson and Coast Day host Lorna Riley joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the week - and more! Nicola Willis announced that public service jobs would be slashed, and it's been viewed as controversial. Do we need these cuts? Should a reduction in public service roles also mean a reduction in politicians? Surely if the state shrinks, so should the number of politicians? The Enhanced Games are set to kick off in the US tomorrow - what do we make of this? Does this send the wrong message? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In part two, as the winter sport season gets underway, so to comes the onslaught of poor sideline behaviour. Hadyn Jones is championing the cause of being nice on the sidelines. Then, the world celebrates 100 years of David Attenborough. Otago University botanist Janice Lord shares how the iconic conservationist and documentarian has inspired her work.

Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Leonie Freeman and Simon Wilson. First up, new immigration rules will require prospect citizens to take a test on New Zealand values. Does this point us towards a US approach? Auckland University social work Professor Jay Marlow thinks so. Then, do 3D-printed guns pose a threat to New Zealand? Hundreds of blueprints are easily findable online, and police seized nearly 100 of them last year.

On January 29, 1975, nine-year-old Simon Wilson left his apartment in Toronto to go to school; he never arrived. Written by Charity Dodd, audio production by Bill Bert. Check out our sponsor! ThriveMarket.com/ALREADYGONE for $20 off your first three orders, plus you'll get a FREE $60 gift.#Missing #Ontario #Unsolved See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Every second Thursday we try to solve some of the world's problems with a guest; this week journalist Simon Wilson is with Jesse and we're going to talk about Hungary and its recent election where Peter Magyar triumphed over Victor Orban.

Simon discusses the latest stoush over Queen St, the Papatoetoe local board by-elections are underway, the future of Western Springs,  the latest plans for the Takapuna Golf course and a jump in bus patronage.

Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Mary Lambie and Simon Wilson. First up, we get The Panel's reckons around ACT Party deputy and minister Brooke van Velden's just announced departure from politics. Then, 50 dollars a week for 144 thousand families; that's the top line on the government's fuel support package. Is it enough? The Panel talks to a home support worker about how far she thinks it'll go. And we return to the Fisheries Amendment Bill, which will see minimum size limits scrapped for commercial fishers. After talking to Darren Shields, who opposes the bill, the Panel hears from Lisa Futschek, the CEO of Seafood NZ.

In part two, why we don't have a 24-hour commerce culture in New Zealand? The Panel talks to retail expert Juanita Neville Te Rito about why the streets are more or less empty in New Zealand after 9pm. Then, get ready for Fungi Fest! This week a month long celebration of all things mushroom kicks off. The Panel talks to Bobbi Summers, the Executive Director & Fungi Fest NZ Co-Ordinator.

Simon chats to Kathryn about media speculation Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown might run for Prime Minister.

Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Jennie Moreton and Simon Wilson. First up, yet another health data breach in NZ: health portal MediMap. Live patients were labelled as dead, and people's names changed to "Charlie Kirk". The Panel talks to Callum McMenamin, a digital standards consultant and disabled accessibility advocate. Then, should kids be cycling on footpaths? Many already do, but the government is looking to formalise this as part of a raft of road rule changes.

In part two, as a toddler Nathan Kim moved to New Zealand from South Korea. he grew up in New Zealand but never really felt he belonged. He faced racism and an identity crisis, and it's a journey he's been documenting on Instagram. Then, plenty of us dump old clothes on op shops, leaving them with tonnes of costly, un-sellable products. But one exciting new way to repurpose them is taking shape in Northland. The local environmental hub is shredding up the fabric and turning it into mattresses.

A step forward for housing capacity in our largest city – or a step back on housing affordability? Auckland’s explosive debate over density planning has come to a head, with Housing Minister Chris Bishop making a U-turn on capacity limits. It’s all got to do with the controversial “PC120” plan.... which has been scaled back slightly to allow for 1.6 million homes to be built, as opposed to 2 million. But, what does that actually mean? And why have the rules to pack more homes into Auckland sparked such a fierce debate? Today on The Front Page, journalist Simon Wilson is with us to unpack the updated plans, the protests, and what it means for your backyard. Follow The Front Page on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. You can read more about this and other stories in the New Zealand Herald, online at nzherald.co.nz, or tune in to news bulletins across the NZME network. Host: Chelsea DanielsEditor/Producer: Richard MartinProducer: Jane YeeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anton Mzimba was the head ranger at the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve in South Africa. Anton and hundreds of wildlife rangers like him risk their lives every day to protect endangered species, mainly the rhino, from poachers and organized crime. Anton is the focus of a documentary film called Rhino Man. It tells the extraordinary story of the rhinos, and the brave rangers that are out to protect them. In this episode, filmmaker John Jurko ll tells us about his relationship with Anton, the threats to rhinos and how he finds hope in the face of so much evil. You can support this work by contributing to a fund for Anton Mzimba’s family and the Future Rangers fund Audio in this episode and photo courtesy of Rhino Man, © Global Conservation Corps. Music courtesy of composer Simon Wilson. We want to hear from you! What kinds of stories do you want to hear? What should we do differently? Please consider taking THE WILD survey. It will only take a few moments of your time. Thanks! Enjoy BONUS CONTENT and help us continue to create this special immersive storytelling by joining THE WILD Patreon community at www.patreon.com/chrismorganwildlife and you can donate to KUOW at kuow.org/donate/thewild. Thank you. THE WILD is a production of KUOW in Seattle in partnership with Chris Morgan Wildlife and Wildlife Media. It is produced by Matt Martin and Lucy Soucek, and edited by Jim Gates. It is hosted, produced and written by Chris Morgan. Fact checking by Apryle Craig. Our theme music is by Michael Parker. Follow us on Instagram @chrismorganwildlife and @thewildpod for more adventures and behind the scenes action!Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/c/ChrisMorganWildlifeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

LOVERACING.NZ Thoroughbred Racing Update with Trackside NZ's Pip Morris on Sport Mornings with Riccardo Ball including, Kate Hercock on fire, Platinum Pantheon, Simon Wilson & more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Time to solve some of the world's problems. Simon Wilson is here to help put some wrongs to right and today he's focusing on a huge issue; how we prepare ourselves better for the climate crisis.

Around the motu: Simon Wilson in Auckland.

This week on the Sunday Panel, NZ Herald senior writer Simon Wilson and Resident Economist at Opes Partners, Ed McKnight, joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the week - and more! We've heard a lot about 'survive til 25' - are we actually feeling more optimistic about the economy as we enter the new year. How bad were things over the last few months, do we think? What are we feeling ahead of the new year? Do we think 2026 will be better? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Simon Wilson joins Jesse to right some wrongs - today he looks at an example of democracy in action - because he says he's "seen the future of democracy and it works".

Listening back this is an almost breathless podcast. But what's remarkable is that it should be breathless for just under an hour. Markel Insurance has been through enormous strategic changes in 2025 and its CEO Simon Wilson has been at the heart of them. The reinsurance business has been exited and management structures streamlined. Now that the heavy lifting has been done this podcast outlines the type of company Simon wants the new, revamped Markel to become. This Episode is a great advert for the podcasting medium because no amount of words or investor presentations can be anywhere near as expressive and vivid as an executive with a clear vision and the passion and drive to get on and execute. You can hear it in every sentence. Simon also attacks all our conversation topics with equal vigour and gusto, so AI, digitisation and facilitisation and the rise of portfolio underwriting, the fast growth of MGAs and fronting carriers as well as the prospects for the US casualty market are all analysed with great rigour in the coming hour. It's all candid and transparent. Everything is out on the open and nothing is off limits. It's genuinely refreshing to hear the CEO of a multi-billion-dollar premium unit of a public company talk in no-nonsense terms about their business and the market it operates in. I really enjoyed this one and I think you will too. LINKS: We thank our naming sponsor AdvantageGo: https://www.advantagego.com

Simon talks about safety on Auckland's buses after a fatal stabbing, the people getting into trouble while going for a swim in hot weather.

Tonight, live from Revelry bar on Ponsonby Road Auckland, the Panel comes to your ear holes for a riveting hour of pub politics and current affairs. Joining Wallace for a look at some of the year's biggest issues is Heather Roy (ex ACT MP), Holly Bennett (former advisor to Minister Paul Goldsmith and founder of kaupapa Maori government relations firm Awhi), Phil Goff (former Auckland mayor) and Simon Wilson (senior writer NZ Herald). In this first hour the Panel discusses the brand-new reform of the Resource Management Act; a look at Auckland and the year out biggest city has endured; what's happened in education and how educators have been hit with a wave of new curriculum and after five years is New Zealand ready to decriminalise drugs?

Simon discusses the ongoing issue of flooding and a "new action plan" to improve quality of life on Queen St.

Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Aimie Hines and Simon Wilson. First up, Cabinet has signed off on an overhaul of the country's gun laws. Some have been worried that this signals a liberalisation of firearm legislation. The panel talks to Abdur Razzaq, the Chair of the Federation of Islamic Associations of New Zealand. Then, is it time for a reform of the Clean Slate Act to give former prisoners a second chance? The panel hears from a person who spent ten years in the prison system and has long since turned his life around.

In part two, it's been revealed that private prison operator Serco is eyeing up our public hospital infrastructure. Would you be happy with Serco running the health system? Then, Age Concern Whanganui wants donations for this year's secret Santa campaign: giving Christmas gifts to the elderly who are alone this Christmas.

In this episode of The Bradbury Group, Martyn 'Bomber' Bradbury dives into Labour's new targeted capital gains tax - who it impacts, who's furious about it, and why Labour believes it can finally deliver real cost-of-living relief, including free GP visits for most New Zealanders. Bomber - alongside Chris Hipkins, and his panel of John Tamihere, Simon Wilson and Fran O'Sullivan - also tackles the explosive situation at Kelston Boys High, the increasingly strained relationship between Māori and the Government, and much more. Powered by Waatea News. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With the local elections done and dusted, mayors will now be turning their attention to how to run their councils and get things done in their patch. Today in solving the world's problems, NZME Senior Writer Simon Wilson joins Jesse with an example of how one council seems to be highly functional through political, but crucially not partisan, politics.

Simon covers the Local Government election results, including what appears to be the background to Wayne Brown's big win.

Now that we're worried about crowds and overtourism, the idea of visiting lesser-known places is a real winner. I've always loved to go to the places that aren't listed frequently on travellers' itineraries and maintain that many of the best experiences happen there - and the stories from the three guests in this episode seem to confirm that. First up, I chat with Jonny Wright about his love of going to places nobody knows about. He explains an experience in eastern Turkey, and the circuitous route he took to end up on a little-known island off the coast of Hiroshima, Japan. Pam Petro is obsessed with Wales - itself not an entirely lesser-known place, though how she ended up there is not a usual way - but it led to an especially intriguing trip around the world visiting all the places where Welsh is spoken, including an unsuspecting part of South America. Finally, Barefoot Backpacker has returned to tell me their tales of visiting Paraguay. I think they are the only person I know to have stories about travelling to Paraguay, and I was thus very intrigued to hear them! Links: Jonny Wright on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/goandfindoutpod/ Jonny's podcast Go And Find Out - https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/go-and-find-out/id1807777446 Pam Petro - https://www.pamelapetro.com/ Pam’s book Travels in an Old Tongue - Touring the World Speaking Welsh https://amzn.to/3VMIVvZ Ep 323 Language Learning Through Travel and Immersion - https://notaballerina.com/323 Simon Wilson’s visit to Welsh Patagonia - https://youtu.be/H9Z-m763gWc?si=gntUzp8jd9Gscukz The Barefoot Backpacker blog - https://barefoot-backpacker.com/ Travel Tales from Beyond the Brochure - Episode 99 about Paraguay - https://barefoot-backpacker.com/category/podcast/ https://barefoot-backpacker.com/podcast-099-paraguay-iguazu/ Join our Facebook group for Thoughtful Travellers - https://www.facebook.com/groups/thoughtfultravellers Join our LinkedIn group for Thoughtful Travellers - https://notaballerina.com/linkedin Sign up for the Thoughtful Travellers newsletter at Substack - https://thoughtfultravel.substack.com Show notes: https://notaballerina.com/367 Support the show: https://thoughtfultravel.substack.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Verity Johnson and Ed McKnight. First up, a new Reserve Bank governor has been appointed and Dr Anna Breman will be the first women in the role in New Zealand. How significant is this and how important is the appointment for women in economics? Then, Auckland Council is voting on whether to keep going with what's known at Plan Change 78 which allows for three story houses to be put up anywhere, or a revised plan which incorporates 10-15 storey buildings. Simon Wilson brings us the latest from a very contentious debate.

In this episode, Peeni Henare - Tamaki Makaurau by-election candidate - tackles voter struggles, community heartbreak, and a few laughs about his beloved Warriors. Then, it’s into the political arena with a star-studded panel debating three hot-button issues: the Government’s bold plan to sell citizenships to mega-wealthy foreigners, Auckland’s crumbling economy and homelessness crisis, and the global uproar over Israel’s actions being declared genocide. Powered by Waatea News.

Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Deborah Hart and Simon Wilson. First up, save the Chateau! A petition with over 15 thousand signatures was handed to parliament today. That's a lot of people asking the government to open up regulatroy blockades to make the Chateau Tongriro more appealing to investors. Then the government is looking at changing rules around how many concerts Eden Park can hold per year. What do the residents of the area think about that?

In part two, Canterbury has clocked up the most e-scooter accidents over the last five years with more than 1700 ACC claims. What is happening and how can you keep safe? Then, women in Otago have put the pedal to the metal in a burnout competition - the panel talks to the organiser Shelly about the magical event.

Simon reports on ructions in campaigning for the local elections, the government's plans for Eden Park and the housing density argument rumbles on. Simon Wilson is a Senior Writer NZ Herald

Simon discusses in the latest in the mayoral contest, housing density, a rural rates revolt and reclaiming land at the Port of Auckland. Simon Wilson is a Senior Writer NZ Herald

Simon Wilson chats to Emile about MMP, specifically the widespread perception that the tail now wags the dog. Could the solution be using Parliament more constructively?

Our guest on Episode #70 of the TGG Podcast, in association with Teamworks Intelligence, is Simon Wilson. Simon is the Chief Executive of Stockport County and one of the most experienced football leaders in the UK. At Southampton, he was only the second full-time performance analyst in the country, before joining Manchester City in 2006. His time there coincided with the new ownership of Sheikh Mansour and a period of complete transformation. Simon played a key role in this, first as Head of Analysis, then Strategy and Performance Manager and finally as Director of Football Services for the entire City Football Group. In this latter role, Simon designed, built and delivered the club's global multi-club operation.  After a short spell as Chief Football Officer at Sunderland, Simon joined Stockport County in 2020 and has masterminded their climb through the divisions. In February 2025, he was promoted from Director of Football to Chief Executive. In this Episode, Simon told us about his career journey, about his pivotal work at Manchester City and about Stockport's seven-year plan.

On this week's Bradbury Group with host Martyn 'Bomber' Bradbury, a full-on political rollercoaster - a recession biting harder than a cold southerly, 28,000 jobs gone, and 70,000 Kiwis fleeing to Australia, while food prices rocket past wages. The panel of Claudette Hauiti, Barbara Edmonds, Simon Wilson, and Dita De Boni tear into voter suppression laws that even Judith Collins finds dodgy, Māori rights being stripped from 23 laws, and a “tiny win” ending card surcharges sometime next year. Expect sharp critiques of austerity, corporate welfare, and banks that never pay their fair share. As well as that, Moana Maniapoto is this week's special guest, talking about her recent Winston Peters interview, and we have the War on News. Powered by Waatea News.

Martyn 'Bomber' Bradbury this week is joined by a HEAVYWEIGHT panel comprised of Simon Wilson, Claudette Hauiti, and Prof. Jane Kelsey. Together they tear into the brain fog of a recessionary Kiwi economy, David Seymour’s dodgy Regulatory Standards Bill, and Winston Peters' Covid Inquiry-for-clicks. With 30,000 New Zealanders fleeing and GDP flatlining, the crew ask - who exactly is “growth” growing for? Leader of the Opposition Chris Hipkins is this week's special guest, and of course we have the War on News. Powered by Waatea News.

Simon Wilson is a senior writer with the New Zealand Herald.

Simon Wilson is a Senior Writer for the NZ Herald.

In the 888th episode of the PokerNews Podcast, Chad Holloway, Mike Holtz, and Kyna England talk about a WSOP gold bracelet while out on bail, who recently pleaded guilty to intent to commit murder against his wife. It's a sad tale, but the victim is now openly sharing her tale of survival and the horrific aftermath. The crew then talks about Maurice Hawkins, who has yet to address the $100K+ judgment against him despite racking up wins and big paydays, and offers a behind-the-scenes look at the new poker room slated to open next month at Planet Hollywood in Las Vegas. Other stories include the second-largest Bad Beat Jackpot in history being hit, recent tournament winners including Christian Harder and from the Irish Poker Open,  and another edition of New Vlogs on the Block featuring JW Wilder's Parody Poker. Finally, given it's the 888th episode of the show, it only made sense to celebrate 888poker. As such, Chad sat down with 888poker Ambassador Nick Eastwood, who has established himself as one of the industry's premier content producers. The podcast is sponsored by the #1 free-to-play WSOP app. Remember to use the bonus code "POKERNEWS" if you download and play for an extra 1,000,000 in chips! A new PokerNews Podcast will drop weekly every Thursday at 8a PT / 11a ET / 4p UK time. Remember to subscribe to our YouTube channel so you do not miss an episode! Time Stamps *Time | Topic* 00:10 | Welcome Kyna England & Mike Holtz 00:47 | Poker player to plead guilty to attempted murder 06:45 | Maurice Hawkins still not paying on judgment against him 12:41 | Sponsor – WSOP Free-to-Play App 13:27 | Planet Hollywood opening a new poker room 15:35 | Second-Largest Bad Beat Jackpot in history! 18:03 | Sponsor: WPT Global 18:50 | Christian Harder wins two Korea Poker Cup Series events  20:40 | Robbie Toan wins Irish Open Super High Roller for €163,800 20:50 | Simon Wilson wins record-breaking Irish Open Main Event 23:04 | New Vlogs on the Block – JW Wilder's Parody Poker 26:10 | Kyna is excited for upcoming LIPS Ladies Week at South Point 29:37 | Favorite 888poker memories 31:20 | Interview with 888poker's Nick Eastwood 32:15 | How Nick Eastwood became a part of 888poker 33:00 | Prioritizing content & building a strong YouTube channel 35:30 | Working alongside other 888poker Ambassadors 42:15 | Upcoming XL Spring Series 43:17 | 888 Ride with David Tuchman 44:20 | Nick Eastwood's Las Vegas experience