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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.
Episodes
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Roman Travers: Binge watch while you can; streaming is likely to change
One thing many of us have in common because of the global pandemic and the subsequent lockdowns is the ability to watch endless episodes of quality drama or…
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Wayne Naylor: Hospice NZ acting CEO says there could be issues if euthanasia rules are altered
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Tim Alpe: Jucy Managing Director on their opening of a 300-bed pod hotel in Auckland
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Phil O'Reilly: Former Immigration NZ boss on changes to migrant investor visas
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Roman Travers: What is holding us back from further limits on firearms?
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Roman Travers: How do we encourage people to vote in local body elections?
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Gavin Grey: UK correspondent as nation breaks record for highest temperature as Europe sizzles
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Sheryl Mai: Whāngarei Mayor says govt cash injection won't cover full costs of Three Waters system
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Barry Williamson: Recruitment specialist says resignations forcing counter offers are inflating wages
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Duane Mutu: Director of LetsPlay.Live on Sam Kerr becoming first female footballer on the cover of Fifa
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Roman Travers: We are being conditioned to accept mediocrity
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Kay Gregory: Marriage celebrant on Jennifer Lopez reportedly changing her surname to Affleck
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Nicola Willis: National Finance Spokesperson names five ways govt could stop prices from spiralling out of control
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Rosann Connolly George: Travel agency owner on AirAsia's return to New Zealand
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Roman Travers: Tangible aspects are what will make us vote one way or another
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Mike Bennetts: Z Energy CEO says fuel sector is supportive of govt's transport cost relief
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Finn Robinson: ANZ economist says the inflation rate isn't likely to get any higher
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Ivan Lawrie: Foundation for Arable Research general manager on bread prices expected to get worse
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Tim Dower: Even Govt knows they've lost the room when it comes to Covid
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Sean Fitzpatrick: Former All Blacks captain on this weekend's decider between the All Blacks and Ireland
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Aaron Martin: Immigration lawyer on some immigration application fees set to increase by more than 130 percent
Aaron Martin: Immigration lawyer on some immigration application fees set to increase by more than 130 percent See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeTim Dower: Although I have nothing to hide, I may have something to fear
There's a saying about having nothing to fear, as long as you have nothing to hide. It's been used to justify increasingly intrusive data gathering, especially…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeRod Dacombe: Politics expert as British Conservative MPs cast their votes in first round of their leadership race
British Conservative MPs have cast their votes in the first round of their leadership race. Candidates needed 30 votes to secure their place in the next round…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeSam MacDonald: Chch councillor says it would be a travesty if they don't push ahead with the stadium
A Christchurch City Councillor says it would be a travesty if they don't push ahead with the stadium. The future of the controversial facility will be decided…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeDenis O'Reilly: Lifetime Black Power member calls for evidence-based policy to guide decisions aiming to tackle gangs
A call for evidence-based policy to guide decisions aiming to tackle gangs. The Government's new measures have given police greater powers to search, seize…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeKate Hawkesby: I do wonder when our country's crime spree will end
As I got woken by the not so dulcet tones of the Police helicopter at 2 o'clock this morning, I wondered when the crime spree this country is experiencing…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeGavin Grey: UK correspondent as London's Heathrow Airport caps daily passenger numbers
London's Heathrow Airport is capping daily passenger numbers for the summer and telling airlines to stop selling tickets as it steps up efforts to quell travel…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeIrene King: Aviation commentator calls for changes to Air NZ's customer service
An aviation expert says changes are needed to Air New Zealand's customer service. The airline is facing significant challenges as it gears up for its busiest…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeTracy Sefl: Democratic Party consultant on 64 percent of democrats not wanting Biden as their candidate
Things don’t appear to be looking good for US President Joe Biden. A very damaging poll has come out from the New York Times. His overall approval rating is at…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeBrad Olsen: Economist says we should expect to see another rise in interest rates
Expect another rise in interest rates. The Reserve Bank is expected to increase the OCR by 50 basis points this afternoon, to 2.5 percent. Infometrics…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeKirsten Killian-Taylor: Perpetual Guardian Philanthropy says they want to help fund scholarships for nurses
A different approach to filling nursing shortages. Health New Zealand is going to meet with nine nursing schools as they call for more funding. Perpetual…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeProf. Steven Ratuva: Pacific Studies professor on Pacific Islands Forum in Suva
The 51st Pacific Islands Forum is now underway in the Fijian capital Suva. Drama has already unfolded with the Kiribati Government pulling out, while China's…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeChris Melcher: Legal analyst as looming Musk-Twitter legal battle hammers company shares
Shares of Twitter slid more than 11% in the first day of trading after billionaire Elon Musk said that he was abandoning his $44 billion bid for the company…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeKate Hawkesby: I'd have thought, at this time of year we'd be doing more to help the health system
The health system crisis is the cost of living crisis all over again isn't it? Doesn't this have a familiar ring to it? A government in denial of something…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeKate Hawkesby: It would be premature to go back to red
So if the rumours are true, I personally don’t think they are, today we go into a red light. I first heard this rumour last Friday. A worried retailer told my…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeBrett O'Riley: Employers and Manufacturers' Assn Chief says 2022 is the most unpredictable year of the pandemic for businesses
Businesses are being pushed to the brink as staff sickness upsets workplace rosters. Flu season is in full swing, combining with a spike in Covid-19 case…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeDebra Ashton: SAFE group chief says there's growing concern about rodeos since petition in 2016
Legal action against rodeos. Advocacy group SAFE is taking the Government to the High Court in Wellington today saying rodeos violate the Animal Welfare Act…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeGavin Grey: UK correspondent as successors to Boris Johnson seek to stand out in crowded UK field
Potential successors to British Prime Minister Boris Johnson rushed to differentiate themselves from an increasingly crowded field on Sunday as the governing…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeAndrew Alderson: Newstalk ZB sportsreader as remarkable innings from Bracewell sees Black Caps beat Ireland
All rounder Michael Bracewell has saved the Black Caps from their first defeat to Ireland with some remarkable late hitting, denying the hosts a famous win in…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeSandy Gibbs: Recruitment expert says 87 pc of workers expect to discuss money at performance review
Performance reviews for a lot of businesses this week and 87 percent of workers expect to discuss money. 42 percent of companies say salary reviews are the…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeRobert Patman: International relations expert says change of leadership won't change much in NZ's relationship to the UK
He was the mayor who basked in the glory of hosting the 2012 London Olympics and the man who led the Conservatives to a thumping election victory on the back…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeChris Cahill: Police Association President says Far North police feel the communities are missing out
Police officers in the Far North say they're ready to walk off the job. According to the New Zealand Herald, there are only seven officers covering the mid and…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeTim Dower: Boris Johnson - charismatic, recognisable and a bit of a clown
Boris Johnson. Charismatic, almost a cartoon figure, bit of a clown, instantly recognisable and right out of the likeable toff mould. But that's really about…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeDr Sharad Paul: Kiwi skin cancer expert develops first vegan non-injectable wrinkle reduction serum
A Kiwi skin cancer expert who consults some of Los Angeles' biggest names has created the world's first vegan non-injectable wrinkle reduction serum. Dr Sharad…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeDr Gerda Kushcel: Study author on findings pollution a major contributor to deaths caused by respiratory, heart illnesses
Air pollution is a major contributor to premature deaths caused by respiratory illnesses and heart illnesses. The 2016 Health and Air Pollution study has found…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeJohn Murphy: Vegetables NZ Chair says supermarket watchdog could end up having a negative effect on producers
A supermarket watchdog looks set to stir up competition in the sector. Consultation is underway on a draft code between major grocery retailers and their…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeKate Hawkesby: I'm not sure a Grocery Commissioner is actually going to bring change
Didn’t you always know that this Government, in clamping down on something, would involve a working group, a watchdog, a commissioner or a report? Turns out…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeVincent McAviney: UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson battles to stay in job after top ministers quit
UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson is battling to remain in office, shrugging off calls for his resignation after a slew of officials resigned from his…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeCraig Elliffe: Tax expert on IRD chasing unpaid taxes from construction and property investment firms
Inland Revenue is on the chase for unpaid taxes from construction and property investment firms. Deloitte has seen an increase in action and companies coming…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeNeeraj Lala: Toyota NZ chief on announcement Corollas will only be sold in hybrid versions by end of next year
A shock to an old classic. Toyota's announced the most popular car model in the world - the Corolla will only be sold in hybrid-electric versions by the end of…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeClaire Bretherton: Wellbeing Analyst on Stats NZ data shows just over 28 pc of people report poor mental wellbeing
It's not all doom and gloom when it comes to our wellbeing. Stats NZ's 2021 Wellbeing data shows just over 28 percent of people report poor mental wellbeing…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeKate Hawkesby: I can't imagine the damage if we go back to red again
Well for all those heading away next week for school holidays, could be great timing. It looks like we may end up in red light again at some point, if case…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeBryce Edwards: Political commentator says govt are flailing trying to fix a crisis without admitting it is a crisis
There have been more calls for the Government to be honest about their departments. Michael Wood yesterday called out the hospitality sector about their…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeDavid Vinsen: Imported Motor Vehicle Assn say NZTA has been scrambling to remedy Clean Car Discount database emissions
The Clean Car Discount scheme is having to alter wrong or missing emissions or safety-rating data as it goes along. Car dealers say some customers expecting a…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeDorothy Boyd: University researcher says now is the best time to address oral health
Oral specialists say the dental system is failing children, and urgent change is needed. Research shows dental decay is the most prevalent non-communicable…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeKate Hawkesby: Who knew it would be so hard to build a pool?
I can see why we have resource consent issues in this country and it’s virtually impossible to get anything done. We’re experiencing it first hand at the…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeSir John Kirwan: Mental health advocate hitting the road in the name of kids' mental health
Sir John Kirwan is hitting the road in the name of kids' mental health. The All Black legend and mental health advocate is driving from Auckland to…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeGavin Grey: Several people dead in Copenhagen shopping mall shooting
A gunman opened fire in a Copenhagen shopping mall, one of the largest of its kind in Scandinavia, killing an unspecified number of people and wounding several…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeErica Stanford: National's immigration spokesperson says Michael Wood is gaslighting the hospo industry
National has come out swinging against the new Immigration Minister. Michael Wood's accepted some concerns the sector's raised over foreign worker shortages…
Early Edition with Ryan BridgeAndrew Alderson: Scott McLaughlin claims second career Indycar win
Scott McLaughlin has claimed his second victory of the IndyCar season after taking out the Grand Prix at Mid-Ohio this morning. Starting in second behind Pato…