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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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2:07

Ryan Bridge: New Zealand's fight against the big tech...

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2024/11/17

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 first place. Sure, he wants a chance to get back in the right and have a crack at 27-year-old YouTube kid. But the real motivation must have surely been US $20-million. That's the amount he was reportedly paid by Netflix. Jake Paul reportedly got $40-million. Gate ticket sales at AT&T Stadium brought in close to US $18-million and 70,000

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4:19

Sarah Dalton: Executive Director of the on $85...

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2024/11/17

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 down to a global shortage of health workers. Health Minister Shane Reti says contract hires are needed to fill full-time workforce gaps. Executive Director of the Association of Salaried Medical Specialists, Sarah Dalton tells Ryan Bridge the 2023 Workforce Plan identified 1700 doctors missing from the system. “This health system continues to

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2:35

Gavin Grey: UK & Europe correspondent on Russian...

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2024/11/17

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 attacks from Russia into Ukraine overnight killed 10 people. The attack was the largest coordinated assault since early September, with 120 missiles and 90 drones launched. European leaders have condemned the attacks. As Ukraine’s neighbour, Poland flew fighter jets in its own airspace with Russian drones flying just 20 kilometres from

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2:28

Adam Cooper: ZB Sport reader on All Blacks third...

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2024/11/17

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 confidence, but several baffling referee decisions and a tiring squad kept an unbeaten northern tour out of reach. The boys fell one point short at full time. Meanwhile, the Black Caps played Sri Lanka in the ODI series. ZB Sport’s Adam Cooper joins Ryan Bridge for the weekend’s rundown. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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5:07

Robert Patman: Otago University International...

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2024/11/17

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 strategies of the region’s major economies. Prime Minister Chris Luxon met with several world leaders for the first time at the summit. New Zealand secured trade deals with Costa Rica, Switzerland and Iceland during the summit, removing tariffs on wood and wool products. Otago University international relations expert Robert Patman tells Ryan

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34:05

Full Show Podcast: 18 November 2024

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2024/11/17

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 year on contractors and consultants sue to workforce shortages. What do we need to do to attract more people to work in our healthcare sector? Association of Salaried Medical Specialists Executive Director Sarah Dalton speaks to Ryan. APEC has wrapped up in Peru, and our relationship with China was a big talking point for the Prime Minister as

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3:00

Dr Isabelle Chambeforte: Geothermal Scientist and GNS...

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2024/11/14

The Government is exploring a potential game-changer for securing future energy supply. Up to $60 million from the Regional Infrastructure Fund has been ring-fenced for exploring supercritical geothermal technology. The first $5 million will be used for work in the Taupo Volcanic Zone, to help understand if it's a possibility. Geothermal wells are drilled to a maximum depth of 3.5 kilometres, but scientists believe by drilling deeper, more energy will be available. GNS Science lead Dr Isabelle

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3:15

Vincent McAviney: Europe Correspondent on the...

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2024/11/14

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 violence between pro-Israel and pro-Palestine football fans in Amsterdam. About 4,000 police and 1,600 private security guards will be on patrol, with an elite anti-terror unit providing security detail for the Israeli squad. But correspondent Vincent McAviney told Ryan Bridge the stadium itself will be mostly empty, with the Israeli Government

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4:47

Chris Finlayson: Former Treaty Negotiations Minister...

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2024/11/14

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 emotions involved. “The debate takes place against the backdrop of what I perceive to be hostile acts towards tangata whenua over the last year in terms of names and treaty principles… it’s a culmination of a number of things.” He said he might not have gone into government with the bill on the table if he was still in office. Finlayson said he was

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3:46

Megan Dimozantos: Federated Mountain Clubs President...

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2024/11/14

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 and conservation areas. The options include charging everyone the same, charge New Zealanders less than international visitors, or only charge overseas visitors. Federated Mountain Clubs President Megan Dimozantos told Ryan Bridge they're open to foreign access charges. She says they have the means to pay, and infrastructure has already been

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2:21

Ryan Bridge: The political winners and losers from a...

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2024/11/14

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, didn't he? But Te Pāti Māori's choreographed stage production well and truly stole his thunder and with it, they've probably stolen any hope of Labour regaining the Māori seats they lost at the last election. Why would you vote for Te Pāti Māori-lite in Labour, when you can have the real deal? It's highly unlikely Labour will need to lead the next

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34:08

Full Show Podcast: 15 November 2024

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2024/11/14

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 Government is seeking feedback on the proposal - Megan Dimosantos from the Federated Mountain Clubs speaks to Ryan about what it could mean. It was a chaotic day in the House yesterday as the controversial Treaty Principals Bill passed its first reading. Former treaty negotiations minister Chris Finlayson speaks to Ryan. A new type of geothermal power

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4:05

Mark Smith: ASB Senior Economist on the international...

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2024/11/13

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 the same month last year, but well below 2019's almost 4 million. ASB Senior economist Mark Smith told Ryan Bridge that part of our struggle is that the global economy still recovering from Covid. He says the most important reason is that costs remain stubbornly high – New Zealand's a reasonably expensive destination, and airfares are still

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4:08

Nick Leggett: Infrastructure NZ CEO on the...

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2024/11/13

The Government's taking a new approach to Public-Private Partnerships for infrastructure projects. There will be a reduced risk for private partners and guidance for agencies on how to lower the cost and time burden in the bidding process. Infrastructure New Zealand Chief Executive Nick Leggett was Mayor of Porirua, when a Public-Private Partnership was established to build Transmission Gully. He says it's good to see the Government embracing the model, alongside a method to compare PPPs for

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2:27

Phil Anderson: The Christchurch Show Director on the...

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2024/11/13

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 New Zealand Agricultural Show. The previous board had called it off due to financial struggles before local company, Event Hire came to the rescue in June. Director Phil Anderson told Ryan Bridge they're hopeful to turn a profit, although a show like this is costly. He says this event in particular has been a strong learning curve, with

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2:21

Mitch McCann: US Correspondent on Joe Biden welcoming...

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2024/11/13

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 the incoming president, a courtesy Trump didn’t afford Biden in 2020 after his loss. Today, the pair both spoke about a smooth transition of power. US correspondent Mitch McCann told Ryan Bridge there were a lot of smiles and handshakes. He says it was a little unexpected, seeing as they usually seem to despise each other. LISTEN ABOVESee

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2:09

Ryan Bridge: Why does no one like New Zealand?

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2024/11/13

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 levels. And number two - 55,000 for the year to September, that was our net migration loss of New Zealand citizens, which is a new record. Not only are we that unsexy to foreigners —they won't come here and have a piece— but our own people are off flirting up a storm with the likes of Australia. And they're not even flirting – it's not a

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34:21

Full Show Podcast: 14 November 2024

Early Edition with Ryan Bridge ·

2024/11/13

Listen to the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Thursday 14 November. Get the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast every weekday morning on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:40

Todd Stephenson: ACT MP on the call for an end to the...

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2024/11/12

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 election campaigns to buy television and radio ads. MP Todd Stephenson suggested it in the Justice Select Committee’s inquiry into the 2023 election, and the report was made public this week. He told Ryan Bridge the taxpayer doesn’t need to be forking out just over $4 million every year for political parties to pay for their TV and radio ads

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3:25

Gavin Grey: Europe Correspondent on the Archbishop of...

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2024/11/12

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 Church— has been under fire following the release of a report into abuser John Smyth. Smyth, who is believed to be the most prolific child abuser associated with the Anglican Church, died in 2018 without facing justice. Correspondent Gavin Grey told Ryan Bridge the report's found Welby failed to take appropriate action. Specifically, he says

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