Best The Kings’ Union International Podcasts (2025)

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Postcript: Calibrating the Outrage-Democratic Erosion, Legality, and Politics 44:25

10h ago44:25

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We’ve been focusing on the dynamics of democratic backsliding in the United States and beyond. In this episode of Postscript: Conversations on Politics and Political Science, Susan talks the co-founder and co-director of the Democratic Erosion Consortium, Dr. Robert Blair about how the Consortium offers FREE resources to teachers, students, journal…

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Ministering to the Saints I (30 May 2025) 4:02

16h ago4:02

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The Kings' ID – Daily Devotional with Bishop Charisma Eben Evangel Step into your divine identity with The Kings' ID! Each episode delivers a powerful, spirit-filled devotional from Bishop Charisma Eben Evangel, designed to ignite your faith, deepen your walk with God, and empower you to live a life of Kingdom impact. No distractions—just pure, tra…

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How the Muppets took Moscow by storm 35:41

18h ago35:41

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Guest: Natasha Rogoff - author of Muppets in Moscow: The Unexpected Crazy True Story of Making Sesame Street in Russia.By Curiouscast

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The DEEP Project: Could humans soon work and live under the ocean? 17:56

18h ago17:56

17:56

Guest: Sean Wolpert, President and Chief Commercial Officer of DEEP.By Curiouscast

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X-Files star digs into real-life government black-ops and coverups in new History Channel show called Secrets Declassifed 18:57

18h ago18:57

18:57

Guest: David Duchovny, host of Secrets Declassified on The History Channel.By Curiouscast

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Trump’s tariffs are back on after US Appeals Court injunction, what does it all mean for Canada? 19:46

18h ago19:46

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Guest: John Boscariol, Partner, Leader of the International Trade and Investment Law Group at McCarthy Tétrault LLP.By Curiouscast

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Thousands of Manitobans forced to flee wildfires, we meet one of them 13:24

18h ago13:24

13:24

Guest: Elsaida Alerta, evacuee from Flin Flon.By Curiouscast

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Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on Trump's tariffs, Elon Musk leaving DOGE 4:55

23h ago4:55

4:55

Elon Musk’s time in the US Government has come to an end. He's posted on his platform, X, saying the mission of the Department of Government Efficiency —or DOGE— will only strengthen over time. A White House official has confirmed Musk's departure. US Correspondent Richard Arnold told Mike Hosking there’s been mixed reviews about his work. Musk was…

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White House criticizes 'activist judges' after federal trade court decision to strike most of Pres. Trump's tariffs as unlawful; federal appeals court reinstates tariffs, for now 53:42

24h ago53:42

53:42

White House is calling on the Supreme Court to intervene after a federal trade court struck down many of President Donald Trump's tariffs because the president exceeded his legal authority when he put them in place. Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt say, "America cannot function if President Trump, or any other president for that matter, has their s…

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Mike's Minute: Has the political divide gotten worse? 2:18

24h ago2:18

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I cannot recommend a piece of reading enough in the Listener, and reproduced elsewhere, on a longitudinal study that now spans 35 years and 12 elections. It's gripping. A couple thousand people each election are given dozens of questions. Its weakness is some of the questions are vague enough to throw up responses around things like health care and…

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Mark the Week: Trump looks ropier by the day 2:20

1d ago2:20

2:20

At the end of each week, Mike Hosking takes you through the big-ticket items and lets you know what he makes of it all. Fonterra: 9/10 It is literally raining money. Record farmgate, record profits, and the milk price starting at $10 for next year. Go buy a ute. Port of Auckland: 2/10 Everything that’s wrong with New Zealand – putting prices up bec…

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Wrapping the Week with Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson: First home buyers, Hailey Bieber, Producer Sam's puppy 11:32

1d ago11:32

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Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson are back with Mike Hosking to Wrap the Week that was. They discussed the average age of first home buyers, Hailey Bieber and her make up company, and how Producer Sam’s puppy has been behaving this week. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Past, Present and Future | PRA, South Africa, and what next? 1:50:43

19h ago1:50:43

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After a few weeks away, we're finally back to catch up, looking both back and forward. We review the end to a weird season, break down the PRA shenanigans and what they mean, look forward to next year, cheer on Wales' newest call-ups, and celebrate a very special anniversary today... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Full Show Podcast: 30 May 2025 1:30:04

1d ago1:30:04

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Friday 30th of May, David Seymour is pulling the trigger, and parents will now be prosecuted for not sending their kids to school. We've got new data on flight cancellations and delays after the endless texts saying services are rubbish now. Turns out, it's nowhere near as bad as you think. Tim an…

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Ian Woolford: Reserve Bank Director of Money and Cash on King Charles featuring on the 10 cent coin from 2027 4:17

1d ago4:17

4:17

A new face is coming to New Zealand’s coins. An image of King Charles has officially been approved to feature on the 10 cent coin from 2027. 2024 will be stamped on the currency – the year the Reserve Bank ordered them. A koruru image will remain on the reverse side, as it has since 1967. Ian Woolford, Director of Money and Cash at the Reserve Bank…

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Mark Hooper: Federated Farmers RMA Spokesperson on the changes coming to the Resource Management Act 3:41

1d ago3:41

3:41

Federated Farmers is welcoming proposed changes to the Resource Management Act. The Government's released three discussion documents proposing amending 12 current national directions and four new ones. They include changes to freshwater management, regulation of farming practices and revising mine consent processes. Mark Hooper, their RMA Spokesper…

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Kelvin Davidson: Cotality Chief Property Economist on the average age of first home buyers rising 3:31

1d ago3:31

3:31

The average first home buyer is getting older. A Cotality-Westpac report has found the average age of first home buyers has increased to 36 nationwide. It's 37 in Auckland, 36 in Wellington, and 35 in Christchurch – all figures are two or three years higher than average in 2019. Cotality Chief Property Economist Kelvin Davidson told Mike Hosking th…

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James Meager: Associate Minister of Transport on Air New Zealand's flight performance for April 6:41

1d ago6:41

6:41

Just 60% of Air New Zealand's trans-Tasman flights jetted off on time last month. A report by the Ministry of Transport shows aviation performance for April. It reveals 82% of the airline's domestic flights were on time, taking off within 15 minutes of their scheduled time. Air New Zealand's highest cancellation rate was on its Rotorua to Auckland …

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Billie Moore: Airports Association CEO on Auckland Aiport's domestic airfield upgrade 3:05

1d ago3:05

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Auckland Airport's investing nearly $150 million into a major domestic airfield upgrade. It's part of works to help enable future growth in regional flights across the country. Car parks next to the domestic terminal will be shifted to make way for four new aircraft parking stands dedicated to regional services. Airports Association Chief Executive…

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David Seymour: Associate Education Minister on the fines parents of absent students could face 3:11

1d ago3:11

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Parents could be forced to pay thousands of dollars if they repeatedly refuse to ensure their children attend school. Associate Education Minister David Seymour's announced the change as part of a firmer approach the Government's taking on school attendance. Seymour told Mike Hosking schools will alert the ministry to possible prosecution cases and…

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Warm summer in the forecast as droughts and wildfire risks loom 12:57

1d ago12:57

12:57

Doug Gillham, meteorologist and manager of the forecast center, The Weather NetworkBy Curiouscast

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1.4 million Canadians missed credit payments in the first quarter of 2025 12:14

1d ago12:14

12:14

Guest: Rebecca Oakes, vice-president of advanced analytics, Equifax CanadaBy Curiouscast

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This B.C. woman is internet-famous for chopping wood. So, she wrote a book about it 14:38

1d ago14:38

14:38

Guest: Nicola Coenen, author of Axe in HandBy Curiouscast

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As parliament resumes in Ottawa, is Canadian democracy in crisis? 31:24

1d ago31:24

31:24

Guest: Andrew Coyne, columnist, The Globe and Mail and author of The Crisis in Canadian DemocracyBy Curiouscast

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Manitoba declares provincewide state of emergency over wildfires 16:52

1d ago16:52

16:52

Guest: Richard Cloutier, co-host, The News on CJOB WinnipegBy Curiouscast

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False Dawn: A Conversation with George Selgin on Recovering from the Great Depression 1:00:16

1d ago1:00:16

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Join us on Madison's Notes as we sit down with George Selgin, senior fellow and director emeritus of the Cato Institute’s Center for Monetary and Financial Alternatives and professor emeritus of economics at the University of Georgia. In this insightful conversation, Selgin unpacks the myths and realities of FDR’s New Deal through the lens of his b…

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Amit Ron and Abraham A. Singer, "Everyone's Business: What Companies Owe Society" (U Chicago Press, 2024) 54:35

1d ago54:35

54:35

The ethics of the company in a highly politicized time. Businesses are increasingly social actors. They fund political campaigns, take stances on social issues, and wave the flags of identity groups. As a highly polarized public demands political alignment from the businesses where they spend their money, what's a company to do? Everyone's Business…

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The Builder (29 May 2025) 5:34

1d ago5:34

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The Kings' ID – Daily Devotional with Bishop Charisma Eben Evangel Step into your divine identity with The Kings' ID! Each episode delivers a powerful, spirit-filled devotional from Bishop Charisma Eben Evangel, designed to ignite your faith, deepen your walk with God, and empower you to live a life of Kingdom impact. No distractions—just pure, tra…

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Rod Liddle: UK Correspondent gives an update on the Liverpool car ramming 5:59

2d ago5:59

5:59

There are still many questions regarding the man who drove his car into a crowd in Liverpool. Fans of Liverpool Football Club had flooded the city's streets to celebrate its Premier League title win. Nearly 80 people were injured, and a 53-year-old local was arrested for attempted murder. UK Correspondent Rod Liddle told Mike Hosking one theory is …

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President Trump rejects TACO (Trump Always Chickens Out) meme on his tariff strategy, saying, 'It's called negotiation' 55:01

2d ago55:01

55:01

President Donald Trump responds to a nickname some on Wall Street have given him to describe his tariff policy that includes the word 'chicken'; President is asked about Elon Musk saying he disappointed with the amount of spending in the budget reconciliation 'one big beautiful bill' passed by the House; Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy calls fo…

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Mike's Minute: Here's my advice for Hipkins and Labour 2:08

2d ago2:08

2:08

I am here to help the ol' Chipster. The Chipster, aka Chris Hipkins, was in the building this week. I said hello to him. He asked me when I was dropping the blacklist I have on him appearing on this show. I said he had appeared once already this year and that was plenty. We both laughed. What I like about him is that he doesn’t seem to take any of …

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Full Show Podcast: 29 May 2025 1:29:45

2d ago1:29:45

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Thursday 29th of May, the Reserve Bank made the decision to cut the OCR by 25 basis points, but did we get any sort of clear direction for the future? Acting Governor Christian Hawkesby is on the show. The Prime Minister has recovered from his illness and is on the program to give his reaction to …

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Tami Neilson: NZ Country musician on her Neon Cowgirl NZ tour, new album, NZ Music Award nominations 12:21

2d ago12:21

12:21

One of the most significant country music figures to emerge from New Zealand, Tami Neilson continues to grow on the world stage. Later this year she’ll be touring around the US with Willie Nelson and Bob Dylan, as well as a string of European dates – but unlike some other stars, she’s not leaving New Zealand out. Neilson is returning to our stages …

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Sandra Grey: Tertiary Education Union's national secretary on the number of international students enrolled in polytechs 2:58

2d ago2:58

2:58

The effects of centralising New Zealand's polytechs continue to be felt. New data shows there were about 75 thousand international students in the country last year, down from 125 thousand in 2016. Tertiary's seen the biggest drop, halving in that timeframe. Tertiary Education Union's national secretary Sandra Grey told Mike Hosking polytechs had m…

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Christian Hawkesby: Acting Reserve Bank Governor on the OCR cut, future developments 6:28

2d ago6:28

6:28

Don't bank on further cuts to the Official Cash Rate. The Reserve Bank's dropped the OCR 25 basis points to 3.25%, and is now forecasting it could reach a low of 2.9% by the end of the year. But Governor Christian Hawkesby says further cuts aren't guaranteed. He told Mike Hosking they're taking things one step at a time, as they wait to see how glo…

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Eric Crampton: NZ Initiative Chief Economist on a new fast track plan to introduce competition to the supermarket sector 3:58

2d ago3:58

3:58

A new plan is being touted as a way to fast track shaking up the grocery sector. The New Zealand Initiative is proposing allowing new entrants to enter the market, rather than forcing any break-up of the existing supermarket companies. It outlines the need for fast track plans for rezoning, consenting, overseas investment clearance, and a more neut…

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Christopher Luxon: Prime Minister discusses the OCR cut, superannuation, public service leaks 10:02

2d ago10:02

10:02

Christopher Luxon remains hopeful the latest cut in the OCR isn't the last. The Reserve Bank's dropped the Official Cash Rate 25 basis points to 3.25%, and is now forecasting it will reach a low of 2.9 percent in December. But the Monetary Policy Committee wasn't able to reach a unanimous decision to cut the cash rate. The Prime Minister told Mike …

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William Haldeman, "Meeting the Moment: Inspiring Presidential Leadership That Transformed America" (SUNY Press, 2024) 25:01

2d ago25:01

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The histories presented in Meeting the Moment: Inspiring Presidential Leadership That Transformed America (SUNY Press, 2024) are of a select group of US presidents, their inspired leadership characteristics, and how they may inspire us today. The traits these presidents possessed were cultivated over a lifetime of lived experience and immortalized …

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The Cheerful Giver II (28 May 2025) 4:26

3d ago4:26

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The Kings' ID – Daily Devotional with Bishop Charisma Eben Evangel Step into your divine identity with The Kings' ID! Each episode delivers a powerful, spirit-filled devotional from Bishop Charisma Eben Evangel, designed to ignite your faith, deepen your walk with God, and empower you to live a life of Kingdom impact. No distractions—just pure, tra…

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How a 40-year old fossil BC fossil mystery was finally solved and the bizarre sea creature it revealed 18:57

3d ago18:57

18:57

Guest: Robin O’Keefe, paleontologist, Marshall University.By Curiouscast

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How King Charles’ Canadian visit sends a message to the rest of the world 20:27

3d ago20:27

20:27

Guest: Patricia Treble, royal commentator and author of Write Royalty on Substack.By Curiouscast

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How do you better protect public gatherings from vehicle attacks? 15:33

3d ago15:33

15:33

Guest: Jeffrey Halaut, president, Halaut Consulting.By Curiouscast

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Why Britain was paying very close attention to the Kings’ Speech 21:13

3d ago21:13

21:13

Guest: Andrew MacDougall, director of Trafalgar Communications and former Director of Communications to Prime Minister Stephen Harper.By Curiouscast

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The Throne Speech hints at how Canada will move to meet NATO defense spending targets 18:52

3d ago18:52

18:52

Guest: Anessa Kimball, international relations professor, University of Laval and author of Beyond 2%.By Curiouscast

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A Throne Speech fit for a King 20:04

3d ago20:04

20:04

Guest: Robert Fife, Ottawa Bureau Chief, The Globe and Mail.By Curiouscast

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King Charles III opens Canada's parliament, saying 'the True North is indeed strong and free', amid Pres. Trump threats of annexation 50:32

3d ago50:32

50:32

Great Britain's King Charles III opens the Canadian parliament in Ottawa by declaring, "As the anthem reminds us, the True North is indeed strong and free." Associated Press calls it "a speech widely viewed as a show of support in the face of annexation threats by U.S. President Donald Trump"; on Wall Streets, stocks climb after President Trump say…

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Mike's Minute: Christian Hawkesby's difficult job today 1:56

3d ago1:56

1:56

To give you an insight into just how hard Christian Hawkesby's job is today, have a look at what the shadow board says. The NZIER has a monetary policy shadow board. It’s a bunch of economists and their view as to what should be happening. Some say drop by 25 basis points, one says 50, and some say don’t do anything. How do you deal with that? Thes…

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John Roberts: Director of Muttley's Estate on the first shelf stable pet friendly wine 3:37

3d ago3:37

3:37

A new horticultural initiative is set to transform New Zealand into a commercial catnip producer. Kiwi startup, Muttley's Estate, is believed to be the world’s first manufacturer of catnip-based 'pet wine', that can be stored for up to 12 months. The garden herb's estimated to positively impact mood in about two-thirds of cats while helping to soot…

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Pollies: National's Mark Mitchell and Labour's Ginny Andersen talk retail crime, police, and private hospitals 11:35

3d ago11:35

11:35

Today on Politics Wednesday, Mark Mitchell and Ginny Andersen joined Mike Hosking to discuss the biggest topics of the week so far. They discussed the shoplifting directive issued to Police – will officers still be attending retail crime incidents if the value of the theft is less than $500? And why is Labour against the use of private hospitals to…

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Full Show Podcast: 28 May 2025 1:30:08

3d ago1:30:08

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 28th of May, what will Christian Hawkesby and the Reserve Bank do today? We look ahead to this afternoon's announcement and, perhaps more importantly, the forecasts for the rest of the year. Do we need to do something about this 'Run It Straight' game now that someone has died? Or is tha…

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