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The Mike Hosking Breakfast

Open your mind to the world with New Zealand’s number one breakfast radio show.Without question, as New Zealand’s number one talk host, Mike Hosking sets the day’s agenda.The sharpest voice and mind in the business, Mike drives strong opinion, delivers the best talent, and always leaves you wanting more.The Mike Hosking Breakfast always cuts through and delivers the best daily on Newstalk ZB.

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Full Show Podcast: 21 August 2025

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/08/20

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Thursday 21st of August, New Zealand’s intelligence service warns that terrorist attacks are a realistic possibility in their latest threat assessment report. Acting Reserve Bank Governor Christian Hawkesby defends the latest cut to the OCR and explains their logic in holding in Q2. Former US Correspondent Nick Bryant gives his thoughts on the last two weeks of global politics, digging into the next steps in the Ukraine war. Get the Mike Hosking

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3:07

Jason Te Brake: Zespri CEO on the strong returns...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/08/20

Positive news for kiwifruit growers with expectations of strong returns this season. Zespri's forecasting record returns on a per-hectare basis —and improvements per-tray— for all but two categories. SunGold and Sweet Green remain within the indicative ranges from June. Chief executive Jason Te Brake says sales are tracking well across our key markets. He told Mike Hosking consumers continue to want health and nutrition, which their product is packed with. Te Brake says they have a strong brand,

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3:26

Robin Whyman: Dental Policy Director on the Dental...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/08/20

A plan's been laid out for potential dental reforms to address New Zealanders’ poor oral health. New Zealand Dental Association data shows one in three Kiwis have untreated tooth decay. Its policy roadmap for the next five years includes expanding community water fluoridation, introducing a sugary drink levy, and including oral care into our universal health coverage. Dental Policy Director Robin Whyman told Mike Hosking the big issue with the workforce shortage is distribution. He says that big

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7:59

Christian Hawkesby: Reserve Bank Governor on the OCR...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/08/20

The Reserve Bank Governor is defending not going harder with cuts to the Official Cash Rate. The cash rate has been cut 25 basis points to 3%. But it's signalling more cuts than it was before, and has revealed two of the six Monetary Policy Committee members actually wanted a bigger cut. Christian Hawkesby told Mike Hosking he stands by the central bank's decisions. He says they're focused on their mandate of controlling inflation over the medium term, but the recent slowdown has changed their

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4:40

Andrew Hampton: SIS Director-General on threats to...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/08/20

New Zealand's Security Intelligence Service is reiterating the public's role in the fight against threats. The organisation is keeping our threat level at low, meaning attacks are realistically possible. SIS Director-General Andrew Hampton told Mike Hosking they're worried about young people radicalising online, geo-strategic shifts, and espionage. He says key to their response is the public knowing what to look out for and reporting it. Concerning behaviours include someone showing interest in

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2:23

Mike's Minute: Why don't parents cop flak for our...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/08/19

Can I ask a question about parents? I watched Erica Stanford do a press conference yesterday at a school in Wellington while launching the writing action plan. While I was watching that I was reading a story about Nicola Willis, who it was suggested by people in London might be the next Prime Minister. She had gone to the New Zealand Society on her trip last week. She stood there in a tangerine suit and there had been a buzz about the room as they wondered whether this was New Zealand's next Prime

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3:43

Matt Redwood: Coffee on Queen co-owner on the Tasman...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/08/19

There’s trouble brewing in Nelson over a council bylaw banning advertising flags outside shops. The bylaw was adopted in November of 2024, limiting retailers to a single sandwich board display, which must be placed against the curb. 'Coffee on Queen’ has been threatened with a $500 fine and forced to remove their flag, which co-owner Matt Redwood says attracts $200-$300 in revenue from foot traffic. Redwood told Mike Hosking the rule is taking a lot of money out of businesses pockets. LISTEN

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11:05

Pollies: Mark Mitchell and Ginny Andersen on the...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/08/19

Today on Politics Wednesday, the Covid Inquiry is still at the top of mind for many. Chris Hipkins, Dame Jacinda Ardern, Grant Robertson, and Ayesha Verrall have declined to publicly answer questions for the Royal Commission's second Covid Inquiry. Labour’s Ginny Andersen and National’s Mark Mitchell delved into the situation, as well as touching on Trevor Mallard’s ousting from the role of Ambassador to Ireland. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Full Show Podcast: 20 August 2025

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/08/19

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 20th of August, the Reserve Bank has a call to make today – they're expected to cut the OCR by 25 points, but what comes next? Trade Minister Todd McClay joins us out of Saudi Arabia before his flight to the US in which he’ll continue to try lower our tariff rate. Mark Mitchell and Ginny Andersen discuss the Covid Inquiry and Winston Peters’ exclusion, and Trevor Mallard’s ousting as the Ambassador to Ireland on Politics Wednesday. Get

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5:48

Todd McClay: Trade Minister on his meetings in Saudi...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/08/19

The Trade Minister says his trip to the US is all about ensuring our trade tariffs don't shift around too much. Todd McClay says the 15% duty on New Zealand goods isn't likely to be removed, as Donald Trump is imposing them on all countries that have a trade surplus with the US. He'll be passing on the message that tariffs harm New Zealand. McClay told Mike Hosking he'll also be asking about future plans for tariffs. He says they want that certainty so they can properly manage their risk. LISTEN

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2:24

Nick Sautner: Eden Park CEO on the Blues reportedly...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/08/19

The Blues are poised to head across town to Mt Smart for two Super Rugby games next year. They're reportedly still planning to play most of their games at their usual Eden Park base, but are looking closely across town. Eden Park CEO Nick Sautner told Mike Hosking that having the right event in the right venue is important. He says the Blues negotiations probably highlight the need for a broader conversation regarding the Auckland stadium network, along with what’s best for Auckland when optimising

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3:35

Carl Taylor: Combined Building Supplies Co-Op CEO on...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/08/19

There are tentative signs of recovery, as a troubled construction sector looks to turn the corner. A new report shows the sector generated $94 billion in revenue in the year to March, down slightly from $99 billion the year prior. Despite this, the report shows residential consents have levelled off, government infrastructure projects are restarting, and falling interest rates are supporting mortgage activity. Combined Building Supplies Co-Op CEO Carl Taylor told Mike Hosking the Government is doing

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3:12

Erica Stanford: Education Minister on poor writing...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/08/19

A lack of surprise from the Education Minister over poor writing achievement in schools. New data shows only a quarter of Year 8 students achieved their curriculum writing level last year. The Government's launching a new digital tool for students sitting below the standard and introducing more professional development in literacy. Education Minister Erica Stanford told Mike Hosking the figures are the results of years of decline and a poor curriculum, which is now being changed. She says there's

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3:22

Jerrod Kerr: Kiwibank Chief Economist seeks further...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/08/19

A senior economist says he'd like to see a series of OCR cuts. The Reserve Bank will announce its decision at 2pm today. Kiwibank Chief Economist Jarrod Kerr is expecting to see a 25 basis point cut. He told Mike Hosking after a cut today, he'd like to see two more to get the OCR to 2.5%. Kerr says that sort of stimulation is what we need to pull us out of recession. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:17

Rod Liddle: UK Correspondent on Kier Starmer's role...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/08/18

A trilateral meeting between the leaders of Russia, Ukraine, and the United States is looking likely. US President Donald Trump's been meeting with Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the White House today, following talks with Russia's President Vladimir Putin on Saturday. Zelenskyy and Trump are now meeting with other leaders, including Nato Secretary General Mark Rutte and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer. UK Correspondent Rod Liddle told Mike Hosking Starmer is saying he thinks they

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2:12

Mike's Minute: The pay equity court case is a "show...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/08/18

If Grant Robertson thinks the Covid inquiry is a "show trial", then what is about to unfold at the High Court as of the end of this month can't be far behind. A bunch of unions are taking the Government to court over pay equity. They are having several stabs at it – the Bill of Rights is in play and the democratic process is up for debate. One of the things the unions claim may happen if they win, is a select committee would have to hear submissions and a debate in Parliament would have to take

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10:22

Ryan Wood: Kiwi Supercars driver on his year so far,...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/08/18

It’s been an incredible rise for Kiwi Supercars driver Ryan Wood. Racing for Walkinshaw Andretti United last year, he helped the team to 3rd in the Teams Championship —their highest finish since 2016— and was widely considered the best rookie on the grid. This year has already seen him claim a win in race 14, with multiple podium appearances under his belt, as well as a host of Top 10 finishes. Wood told Mike Hosking he’s really happy with the improvements they’ve made over the last year since

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2:39

Karin Kos: Apiculture NZ CEO on the challenging times...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/08/18

Times are challenging for the global honey sector. Oversupply, inflated prices, and global volatility continue to drive sector woes. Apiculture NZ CEO Karin Kos told Mike Hosking both domestic and export factors are contributing. In 2019, New Zealand had a record 1 million hives and 10,000 beekeepers, but now there’s under 500,000 hives and 7,600 beekeepers, she says. At the same time, Kos told Hosking, there was softening global demand post-Covid, particularly in some of our largest markets

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Full Show Podcast: 19 August 2025

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/08/18

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 19th of August, eyes are on the White House as Zelenskyy and EU leaders meet for peace talks. Our White House Correspondent is on the scene. Contact Energy CEO Mike Fuge defends their big profit rise while the country faces rising energy costs. Kiwi Supercars driver Ryan Wood is having a stellar second season so far, so we catch up with him during the mini break of the year. Get the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast every weekday

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Mike Fuge: Contact Energy CEO on the company's...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/08/18

One of the country’s major electricity companies is defending their increased profits amid rising energy prices. Contact Energy’s full year net profit is up 41%, with revenue up 20%. Their underlying profit also climbed 17%, bolstered by a strong lift in geothermal generation as well as improved sales and customer numbers. CEO Mike Fuge told Mike Hosking the profits are the result of their investment in major projects that benefit the country, such as geothermal. He says they’re actually investing

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