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Early Edition with Ryan Bridge
A fresh and intelligent start to your day - catch the very latest international and domestic news developments, sport, entertainment and business on Early Edition with Ryan Bridge, on Newstalk ZB.
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- Early Edition with Ryan Bridge
Sir Lockwood Smith: Former Speaker of the House on the calls to revisit the rules of Parliament
There are calls for Parliament's Speaker to dish out harsher punishments for things like Te Pati Māori's haka in the House. Speaker Gerry Brownlee's confirmed…
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Dmitry Gorenburg: Russia security expert on Russia's likely response to Ukraine's first long range missile attack
Ukraine has fired its first set of US-supplied long range missile at a target inside Russian territory, just a day after the US granted permission for their…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 20 November 2024
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 20th of November, there are calls in Parliament for harsher penalties for MPs following…
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Andrew Bayly: Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister on leading the anti-scam efforts
The Government's appointed a scam-busting minister to coordinate combatting con-artists. Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Andrew Bayly has been named as…
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Alistair Boyce: Backbencher pub owner ahead of the Hīkoi descending on Parliament
Flags are already waving and music playing at Parliament ahead of the Hīkoi mō te Tiriti arriving there later today. Hīkoi participants are gathering at…
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Ash Parmar: Dairy and Business Owner's Group Vice Chairperson on the new crime figures
New crime figures are a mixed bag for retailers. Data released by the Police Minister shows a 61% drop in ram raids in the first nine months of the year…
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Ryan Bridge: Can we please stop with the gym grunting
Do you know what really grinds my gears when I go to the gym? What I've noticed is, you know when you watch tennis, and you hear them grunt when they're…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 19 November 2024
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 19th of November, it's a big day in the capital with the Hīkoi mō te Tiriti arriving at…
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Ryan Bridge: New Zealand's fight against the big tech companies
By the end of those 8 shortened two-minute rounds in the ring with Mike Tyson, I just felt bad for the 58 year old. What on earth was he doing there in the…
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Sarah Dalton: Executive Director of the on $85 million spending increase on contractors and consultants
Health New Zealand spent $85 million more on contractors and consultants in this financial year, compared to last. The health agency is putting the increase…
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Gavin Grey: UK & Europe correspondent on Russian attack on Ukraine prompting quick action from Poland
Poland scrambled its air force due to the “massive” Russian attack on Ukraine. UK & Europe correspondent Gavin Grey tells Ryan Bridge strike missile and drone…
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Adam Cooper: ZB Sport reader on All Blacks third straight loss to France, Black Caps v Sri Lanka ODI series
The All Blacks suffered their third straight loss to France, as fatigue and officials took hold in the second half. The first half started with momentum and…
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Robert Patman: Otago University International Relations Expert on APEC summit wrapping up, Luxon's invitation to China
The APEC Summit has wrapped up in Peru. Leaders from 21 economies bordering the Pacific met for the annual Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation forum to discuss…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 18 November 2024
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Monday the 18th of November. Health New Zealand has spent $85 million extra in the past financial…
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Dr Isabelle Chambeforte: Geothermal Scientist and GNS Science lead on the exploration of supercritical geothermal technology
The Government is exploring a potential game-changer for securing future energy supply. Up to $60 million from the Regional Infrastructure Fund has been…
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Vincent McAviney: Europe Correspondent on the increased security around the football international between France and Israel
Paris authorities are taking no chances with this morning's French football international against Israel at Stade de France. The game comes just days after…
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Chris Finlayson: Former Treaty Negotiations Minister on the first reading of the Treaty Principles Bill
Former Treaty Negotiations Minister Chris Finlayson told Ryan Bridge that David Seymour has to realise this was never going to a civil debate due to the…
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Megan Dimozantos: Federated Mountain Clubs President on the possibility of visitor fees at national parks and conservation areas
There are concerns New Zealanders could be priced out of their own backyard. The Government's seeking feedback on who should pay visitor fees at national parks…
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Ryan Bridge: The political winners and losers from a bombastic day in the House
These are the political winners and losers from a bombastic day in the House yesterday: Labour: loser. Willie Jackson did his best to take the headlines…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 15 November 2024
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Friday 15th of November, could DOC start charging you for access to conservation land? The…
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Mark Smith: ASB Senior Economist on the international tourism figures remaining below pre-Covid levels
International tourism continues its slow recovery to pre-Covid levels. Overseas visitor arrivals were at 3.23 million for the year to September, which is up on…
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Nick Leggett: Infrastructure NZ CEO on the Government's approach to public-private partnerships for infrastructure
The Government's taking a new approach to Public-Private Partnerships for infrastructure projects. There will be a reduced risk for private partners and…
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Phil Anderson: The Christchurch Show Director on the event kicking off today
60,000 Cantabrians are set to descend on the Canterbury A&P Showgrounds for the Christchurch Show. The three-day event kicks off today in place of the usual…
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Mitch McCann: US Correspondent on Joe Biden welcoming Donald Trump back to the White House
Joe Biden has welcomed Donald Trump back to the White House in a meeting in the oval office. It's a traditional courtesy that the outgoing president welcomes…
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Ryan Bridge: Why does no one like New Zealand?
There were two numbers out yesterday that prove that no one likes us. Number one - 87%. We're still plateauing in the high 80s for tourism, that's on pre-Covid…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 14 November 2024
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Thursday 14th of November, tourism numbers appear stuck well below pre-Covid levels, and a record…
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Todd Stephenson: ACT MP on the call for an end to the broadcasting allocation
ACT is calling for an end to taxpayer-funded election ads. They’re calling for the Government to consider ceasing the “broadcasting allocation”, given to…
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Gavin Grey: Europe Correspondent on the Archbishop of Canterbury standing down over his handling of abuse allegations
After days of mounting pressure, the Archbishop of Canterbury is stepping down over his handling of abuse allegations. Justin Welby —the leader of the Anglican…
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Ryan Bridge: The price we must pay for living in a democracy
Commuter chaos. It's one of the prices we must pay for living in a democracy. I know this won't be popular with Aucklanders this morning or others around the…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 13 November 2024
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 13th of November, the Auditor General's report into last year's election has been…
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Donna Demaio: Australia Correspondent on the Government pushing ahead with regulating AI and social media
The Australian Government is pushing ahead with regulating of social media and AI, despite the incoming Trump administration's opposition to both. It's in the…
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Jim Goodwin: Abuse survivor on the Government's apology, reparations for abuse-in-care survivors
Survivors are hoping the Government won’t stuff it up when it comes to the abuse-in-care reparations. Abuse survivor Jim Goodwin says the Government's apology…
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Ryan Bridge: The problem with COP29
Who's got a trillion dollars to spare this morning? That's the value of our new climate change tab from COP29 – the climate change conference. This year all…
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Matt Montgomerie: Forsyth Barr Senior Analyst says Fonterra's sale could see global interest
Fonterra is expected to receive global interest when it sells off some of its most well-known brands. The dairy giant has confirmed plans to sell its consumer…
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Jake McLellan: Christchurch City Councillor talks the impact of Cup Day on Canterbury's economy, behaviour
It's hoped today's Cup Day in Christchurch will be bigger —and better-behaved— than in years before. Addington Raceway is reporting higher ticket sales after…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 12 November 2024
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 12th of November, it's a big day in the capital as the Government is set to deliver the…
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David Seymour: Act Party leader on hikoi heading to Parliament
Tens of thousands of people are expected to join a nine-day hīkoi, which has left from Cape Reinga bound for Parliament. It will follow the route taken by Dame…
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Heather Verry: Diabetes NZ Chief Executive on rise in diabetes cases
Since 2021, there have been nearly 96,000 new cases of diabetes in New Zealand - bringing the total to 324,000. Diabetes NZ says this is a "worst case…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeEarly Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast: 11 November 2024
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Monday 11th November 2024, David Seymour talks ahead of the planned hikoi against his Treaty…
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Duncan Webb: Labour's Justice Spokesperson on the Treaty Principles Bill being introduced earlier than planned
Labour's questioning the Government's decision to bring forward the introduction of the Treaty Principles Bill. The bill was introduced to the House yesterday…
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Nathan Guy: Meat Industry Association Chair on the impact of Donald Trump's import tariffs on the NZ meat sector
The meat sector is bracing for the impact of a Donald Trump presidency. The President-Elect has campaigned on tariffs of up to 20% on all imports, with higher…
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Ryan Bridge: The Kiwi trying to stop the Trump tariffs
Rosemary Banks – remember that name. She now has one of the most important jobs for New Zealand – a potentially $2 billion job. She's woman in Washington DC…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 08 November 2024
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Friday 8th of November, what could Trump tariffs mean for our red meat industry? Nathan Guy from…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 07 November 2024
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Thursday 7th of November, in a historic win - Donald Trump is set to head back to the White House…
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Matt Terrill: Marco Rubio's Former Chief of Staff on the Republicans claiming control of the Senate, eyeing control of the House
It’s been a successful night for the Republican Party. While control of the House is still up for grabs, Republicans have won control of the Senate, and Trump…
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Ryan Bridge: This is Trump unleashed
In the space of 12 hours the whole world has changed. Not only is Trump back baby, but he's more powerful than ever. Republicans have flipped the Senate and…
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Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principle Economist on the impact of Trump's success on investors, international markets
Having a clear winner so early in the US Election process could give some certainty for investors. Donald Trump is set to return to the White House, having…
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Mitch McCann: US Correspondent on the mood of the Democrats, Republicans after Election Day
There’s a range of emotions in the United States following Election Day. Donald Trump has claimed a likely win, securing more than the 270 Electoral College…
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Sean Trende: Political Analyst on Trump's success in the US Election, the impact on the Democratic Party
It’s been a tense night in the United States as the vote were counted. While the House is still up for grabs, CNN projects Republicans will win control of the…
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Sir John Key: Former Prime Minister talks Donald Trump's victory and impact on NZ
Donald Trump's victory in the United States is being hailed as historic. He is promising to turn around America, upon his return to the White House. While…
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Bill Derrough: Former Democratic Party Treasurer on the high tensions on Election Day
The US is bracing for protests, regardless of who wins today's election. The race between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump is expected to go down to the wire…
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Ryan Bridge: The Government is stuck between a rock and a hard place
Trying to control kid criminals – you are damned if you do and damned if you don't. This week, a document from children's minister Karen Chhour on the subject…
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Nick Tuffley: ASB Chief Economist ahead of the latest unemployment figures
New data out this morning is expected to show the job market has caught up with the economy. Stats NZ is releasing the latest unemployment rate at 10.45…
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Nick Harper: FSN Correspondent on the potential claims of voter fraud in the US Election
Claims of voter fraud are already hanging over the US election as millions of Americans head to the polls. Almost a third of eligible voters have cast an early…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeFull Show Podcast: 06 November 2024
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 6th of November, it's Election Day in the United States. We're live to New York with the…
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Kyle Brewerton: Auckland Primary Principals' Association President on the Government's new math tutoring trial
Principals are welcoming a new method for bringing students’ failing maths back up to standard. The Government's announced a trial programme over the first two…
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Sam Stubbs: Simplicity Founder on the growing number of people who doubt they'll ever own a home
Homeownership continues to be the dream for most Kiwis, but a growing number of us think we'll never achieve it. Kiwibank's latest State of Home Ownership…
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Donna Demaio: Australia Correspondent ahead of the Melbourne Cup
Get out your fascinators and place your bets: it's Melbourne Cup Day. The 164th running of the Melbourne Cup begins about 5pm. Donna Demaio is Newstalk ZB's…
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Thomas Coughlan: Herald Deputy Political Editor on the latest polls on the eve of the US Election
America is heading to the polls as a nation deeply divided down partisan lines. Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are making their final pitch to voters on the…
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Ryan Bridge: Youth Court is a good idea – when it works
The Youth Court is a good idea because it tries to steer kids away from adult prisons and a life of crime. But when it fails, it fails spectacularly, and we…