Kate Hawkesby: Does NZ First stand a chance with National?

Early Edition with Ryan Bridge · Aug 27, 2023 · 3m

We went to Christchurch at the weekend, and we were waiting to board the plane and a woman comes up to us and says to Mike, “Just wanted to say I love your show, I listen all the time, but I have to say I think you’re wrong about Winston.”

First things first, this woman was under 70 years old. She looked about mid-40’s I guess, so not your average Winston supporter.

Mike replies, “What do you mean?”. She says, “You’re wrong about him not having enough support, I reckon he’ll be in government, he’s going to get at least 5 percent.” Mike replies, “Are you insane?” Which, personally, I’ve always…