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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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4:17

Catherine Field: France Correspondent on European...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/01/19

Europe is split on how to handle Donald Trump's escalating attempts to take control of Greenland. The US President's said he will impose tariffs on eight European countries unless he can buy the Danish territory. Newstalk ZB's Paris Correspondent Catherine Field told Mike Hosking the bull is in the china shop, and leaders can't agree on next steps. She says for example, the Germans want a combative approach behind closed doors while appearing conciliatory in public. Field says on the other hand,

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13:09

Blair Tuke: Black Foils Co-CEO on the growth of Sail GP

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/01/19

People can’t get enough of Sail GP. There was an average of 18 million dedicated broadcast views per event in 2025, with both social media and the events themselves continuing to grow. Black Foils co-CEO Blair Tuke told Mike Hosking the model’s proven itself. Tuke attributes the sport’s growth to the fact that it’s a race that hasn’t been seen before, and it was built for the fans from the outset. Because of that, he says, the league and teams have been able to pivot and adjust to follow what the

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Full Show Podcast: 20 January 2026

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/01/19

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Tuesday the 20th of January, Education Minister Erica Stanford downplays the number of teacher vacancies at our schools. Mike finds out more about the new oil and gas exploration being proposed for some parts of the country. Outgoing Retirement Commissioner Jane Wrightson talks the Prime Minister's comment the superannuation age will inevitably rise. And Black Foils Co-CEO Blair Tuke joins Mike for an extended chat about the success of Sail GP and

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3:51

John Carnegie: Energy Resources Aotearoa CEO on the...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/01/19

A couple of green shoots beginning to emerge in the energy sector. US owned oil and gas company JETEX has applied for a permit to extract coal seam gas near Huntly, and Australia-based EnZed Energy has lodged an application for an offshore petroleum permit in Taranaki. Energy Resources Aotearoa CEO John Carnegie told Mike Hosking this is what the restart of an industry looks like. He says we’re seeing a rebuilding of a pipeline of prospects for the future, which means new entrants, new work

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3:40

Rohan West: Tennis Auckland CEO on the timeline for...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/01/19

A timeline of sorts for the new $15 million ASB Classic roof in Auckland. 2027 is the “dream date”, with a more realistic timeline being before the 2028 tournament begins. Tennis Auckland CEO Rohan West told Mike Hosking the consenting and planning phase takes a while and the construction is logistically challenging. He says the ASB Classic starts its temporary build in the first week of October, taking about three months to put everything in place. This means they have to stop construction on a

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3:56

Troy Churton: Orākei Local Board Planning Portfolio...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/01/19

Some relief is being felt by Auckland's local boards as the Government looks to back-track on its housing requirements. The Government has mandated intensification plans for the city to open the door to two million potential homes over the next 30 years. But Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says feedback clearly shows change is needed. Orākei Local Board Planning Portfolio Lead Troy Churton told Mike Hosking he'd like to see a slower, more considered approach. He says the plan was made to

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3:56

Erica Stanford: Education Minister on the rise in...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/01/19

The Education Minister's unfazed by a rise in sector vacancies, saying these aren't the right figures to be looking at. Around 450 teaching and principal roles remain vacant – 12% more than this time last year. Minister Erica Stanford told Mike Hosking most of these aren't full time. She says it doesn't mean there are 450 classrooms without teachers, and she expects a higher vacancy rate at this time of year. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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3:05

David Cunningham: Squirrel Mortgage Brokers CEO on...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/01/19

Questions over why our largest bank has hiked its floating home loan rate. ANZ's lifted its rate 10 basis points to 5.79%. It says the move, which brings ANZ in line with most other banks, reflects changing global and local conditions. But Squirrel Mortgage Brokers Chief Executive David Cunningham told Mike Hosking it's raising interest rates because it can. He says its floating rate is much higher than its one-year fixed rate. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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2:01

Mike's Minute: What a year 2026 is going to be

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/01/19

I don’t think there’s a scriptwriter in Hollywood who could out-dramatize real life right now. It seems the show is back just in time for a year of… who knows what. Venezuela - was it illegal? Probably. But the key question is: who is going to do anything about it? And if you protest, you look like you’re backing a dictator and a thug. Greenland? I think a deal where NATO boosts resources should have been done years ago - remembering the thinking behind it: if America doesn’t plant a flag, China

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90:31

Full Show Podcast: 19 January 2026

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/01/18

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Monday the 19th of January, the Prime Minister joins Mike in studio to talk the state of the economy, the coalition and when the election date will be announced. We find out about the New Zealanders who are moving to Australia who are finding out the grass isn't always greener. The Commentary Box talks Scott Robertson's depature as All Blacks coach and the Blackcaps historic ODI series win in India. Get the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast

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2:40

Mike's Minute: I still have questions over Razor's...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/01/18

I’m a bit exercised about Scott Robertson, because I like him and I thought he was a good coach. His record at Canterbury spoke for itself. The trouble in this country is that we can’t have a sensible conversation about All Blacks coaches, because so many of us come to it with myopic, emotional views driven by idiocy like geography and personality expectations that have nothing to do with the actual job. Hansen had pro and anti camps, as did Foster, and now Robertson. It all wastes too much energy

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12:19

Commentary Box: Andrew Saville and Jason Pine discuss...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/01/18

Jason Pine and Andrew Saville join Mike Hosking this morning to discuss the weekend's sports. On the table today: Australian cricket legend Usman Khawaja announced his retirement from the sport in a moving address, Darryl Mitchell continues to impress for the Black Caps, and the Australian Open: $40,000 just to get eliminated immediately? Is it worth it? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:36

Chris Luxon: Prime Minister says his State of the...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/01/18

The Prime Minister says his State of the Nation speech will focus on his plan for setting up the country's future Chris Luxon is set to make the address at the International Convention Centre in Auckland this afternoon. Newstalk ZB understands he will try to draw attention away from turbulent affairs overseas - and to the Government's successes back home. Luxon told Mike Hosking that he won't be announcing policy - but will reveal a framework for going forward. He says the speech is a chance to lay

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2:15

Andrew Rettman: Observer Foreign Editor says European...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/01/18

European leaders are meeting to work out how they can talk Donald Trump down from attempting to force the sale of Greenland. The US President's announced increasing tariffs starting next month, against six European countries, the UK and Norway, unless he gets a purchase deal. Observer Foreign Editor Andrew Rettman told Mike Hosking that Trump is known for flip-flopping on decisions, so leaders are working out if there's wiggle room. He says there's still hope this is just Trump's crazy way of

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4:23

Steven Joyce: Former Finance Minister says Kiwis...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/01/18

A former Finance Minister says many people aren't feeling economic relief despite positive markers. The Prime Minister is giving his State of the Nation speech at the International Convention Centre in Auckland this afternoon. Newstalk ZB understands Chris Luxon will try to draw attention away from turbulent affairs overseas - and back to the Government's successes at home. But Steven Joyce told Mike Hosking that it's important for Luxon to level with the public. LISTEN ABOVESee

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4:21

David Cooper: New Zealand Immigration Partners Chief...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/01/18

A shock for some New Zealanders moving across the ditch - as they face hidden taxes and fewer benefits they didn't expect.Record numbers are moving to Australia for work opportunities and higher wages - but growing numbers are struggling with housing and financial stresses. New Zealand Immigration Partners Chief Executive David Cooper told Mike Hosking that he estimates 20 to 25 percent of people move over without doing their homework - and are unpleasantly surprised. He says there are people who

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8:53

Best of 2025: Chris Hipkins defends decision not to...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/01/12

"We've answered every question": Hipkins defends decision not to front Covid Inquiry Labour leader Chris Hipkins says he's already answered the Covid Inquiry Commissioner's questions, negating any need for him to appear publicly. Hipkins and former Ministers Dame Jacinda Ardern, Grant Robertson, and Ayesha Verrall declined open hearings, leading the second part of the inquiry to be called off. Hipkins says lawyers raised several issues around them appearing, including setting a precedent and

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1:45

Best of 2025: Mike's Minute - Here's the truth on...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/01/10

Hasn’t working from home become funny? Seek have produced a thing called Money Matters, and they look at work-life balance. Actually, hasn’t that become a thing as well – work-life balance. I can't place it exactly, but it seems like a Covid thing. The world changed and so did we. Working hard is now so last year, or so last decade. We all long for work-life balance with a good sprinkling of mental health days. But working from home is a scam because according to Money Matters if you got a pay rise

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10:28

Best of 2025: Kate calls out Mike during Wrapping the...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/01/09

Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson joined Mike Hosking once again to Wrap the Week that was. On today’s agenda was the gender pay gap, the Tom Phillips situation, and Kate finally got her chance to call out Mike’s behaviour from the week. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:16

Best of 2025: Dame Noeline Taurua gives first...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2026/01/08

Dame Noeline Taurua gives her first interview since the saga began Dame Noeline Taurua has broken her silence, following her suspension and reinstatement as Silver Ferns coach. The 57-year-old and her coaching team were stood down in September after player concerns emerged from a Sydney training camp. Interim coach Yvette McCausland-Durie is leading the team on next week’s Northern Tour. Speaking to Newstalk ZB's Mike Hosking in her first interview since the saga, Taurua says the suspension was

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