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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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6:27

Rohan Pike: Former Senior Australian Federal Police...

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2026/04/13

A new report is sounding the alarm on the illicit tobacco trade. The Retail NZ report points to the growing black market, which drives crime, undermines public health efforts, and reduces tax revenue. A quarter of smokers are using illicit tobacco, with most sourced from China and the Middle East. Australia has faced similar issues, former Senior Australian Federal Police Detective Rohan Pike telling Mike Hosking that in the last three years it’s turned from a large underground market to open air

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Full Show Podcast: 14 April 2026

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2026/04/13

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 14th of April, how will oil prices be impacted by the US blockade of Iranian ports? We've got a new report into our illicit tobacco trade and speak to an Australian expert about how we can keep from going down the same path they have. Alan Morrison and Adam King of Viva la Dirt League talk about their success and becoming one of the biggest online gaming and media companies. Get the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast every weekday

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3:54

Simeon Brown: Health Minister on the expansion of...

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2026/04/13

The Health Minister's announced 14 new cancer treatment infusion centres will be rolled out countrywide over the next two years. Services at a further 14 existing sites will also be expanded. Simeon Brown says the investment's supported by $210 million, announced in Budget 2024 to upgrade facilities on the back of a Pharmac funding boost. He told Mike Hosking they’re expecting around 13,000 additional cancer transfusions – the exact number of patients will depend on the number of transfusions they

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3:44

Matt Randolph: Forbes Global Energy Expert on the US...

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2026/04/13

High fuel prices could be on the way as Donald Trump's military blockade adds another element to the global crunch. The US Navy's obstructing shipping traffic around Iranian ports, with Trump threatening to eliminate any approaching attack ships. It follows both sides failing to broker a deal to end the war in Pakistan over the weekend. Forbes global energy expert Matt Randolph told Mike Hosking the physical price of crude is about US $30 a barrel more than what's reflected in the futures market

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3:25

Grant Webster: Tourism Holdings Limited CEO on the...

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2026/04/13

Tourism operators are optimistic the bumper summers are here to stay. Christchurch Airport saw international visitor numbers climb 22% on last year. That's about 287 thousand visitors between November and March, which fed $861 million into the South Island economy. Tourism Holdings Limited Chief Executive Grant Webster told Mike Hosking there's no reason we can't be just as optimistic about next summer. He says short-term, there's clearly disruption from war, but right now operators are feeling

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3:07

Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on OCR...

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2026/04/13

OCR hikes are now expected to come much faster. Economists have been adjusting their forecasts after the Reserve Bank last week said it would take "decisive and timely" action if inflation continued to rise. ANZ's gone from forecasting one increase in December to three consecutive increases in July, September, and October. Infometrics Principal Economist Brad Olsen told Mike Hosking the Reserve Bank appears to be learning its lessons from the Covid inflation spike. He says during that previous

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6:58

Steve Price: Australia Correspondent on $20 million...

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2026/04/12

Australian correspondent Steve Price joined Mike Hosking to chat about the latest news out of Australia. PM Anthony Albanese is jetting off to Brunei and Malaysia with the goal to make fuel supply deals. Meanwhile, the Government has released a $20 million ad campaign on how to limit your use of fuel when driving. And, Meghan and Harry head to Australia for a visit. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:27

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on Trump saying...

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2026/04/12

US President Donald Trump has ordered the US Navy to block the Strait of Hormuz after failed peace talks in Pakistan. Although, Trump said on Saturday whether the talks were successful or not made 'no difference to me'. "That breakdown in Pakistan came as, I guess, a little surprise, with Trump saying whether or not there was a deal made no difference to him," US Correspondent Richard Arnold told Mike Hosking. "Of course the key issues do matter. They matter greatly." Meanwhile, a top democratic

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Full Show Podcast: 13 April 2026

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2026/04/12

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Monday the 13th of April, after the negotiations fell over after 21 hours where does the ceasefire go next as Trump says the U.S will blockade the Strait. The Prime Minister says we are through the fuel situation and talks the India FTA. Andrew Saville and Jason Pine review the Warriors, the Supercars and the cancellation and Rory at the Masters. Get the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast every weekday morning on iHeartRadio, or wherever you

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1:58

Mike's Minute: The Judge Aitken case is finally over

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2026/04/12

I'm pleased for Judge Emma Aitken. She lives to rule another day. That dreadful night at the Northern Club that threatened to derail her career has not ended in the calamity it could have. The adjudicators didn’t like what she did. But equally she isn't losing her job. I got fascinated by the whole experience because it's unusual to see a procedure that is legal, but not really legal. There was a panel and witnesses were called and a verdict of sorts was going to be issued. Yes, for Aitkin it was

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3:19

Slade Griffin: Warriors Assistant Coach on win over...

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2026/04/12

The Warriors have snapped an 11‑year, 17‑game losing streak against the Melbourne Storm, securing their first win at AAMI Park since 2014. The 38-14 victory came in dominant fashion, with the Warriors holding Melbourne scoreless in the second half to seal a statement win. Warriors assistant coach Slade Griffin told Mike Hosking it was great to see the team bounce back from back-to-back losses. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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3:27

Jeffery Pryce: Senior Fellow at Foreign Policy...

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2026/04/12

After 21 hours of marathon talks in Islamabad, the United States and Iran have walked away without reaching an agreement. U.S. Vice President JD Vance described the proposal put to Tehran as Washington’s “final and best offer,” but discussions ultimately broke down over Iran’s refusal to commit to not developing nuclear weapons. The failure to secure a deal raises fresh questions about regional stability and the future of diplomatic efforts to contain Iran’s nuclear ambitions. And now US President

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10:23

Christopher Luxon talks NZ fuel stocks, state of...

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2026/04/12

The Prime Minister says the Government's still looking into how to get more fuel into the country. It's put 20-million dollars towards an extra diesel storage tank at Marsden Point, south of Whangārei. Chris Luxon says it will be built and completed in seven weeks. He says told Mike Hosking they're considering offers for extra diesel, to fill the new tank. Luxon says there are currently high levels of fuel in the country - about 53 to 63 days of each different fuel type. But he says they want to

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2:27

John Murphy: Vegetables NZ Chair on food price rises...

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2026/04/12

The latest surge in fuel prices, and disruptions to supply chains - are being felt at the pump, but not yet at the checkout. Stats NZ is due to release its latest monthly inflation update on Friday. But new data from Infometrics and Foodstuffs shows grocery-supplier-cost-inflation actually dropped in March, from 2.3 percent to just 2.1. Vegetables New Zealand Chair John Murphy says told Mike Hosking rising costs are yet to translate into higher prices. He says suppliers appear to be absorbing the

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3:44

Nathan Guy: Special Agricultural Trade Envoy on call...

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2026/04/12

Major exporters are urging political leaders to urgently back a Free Trade Agreement with India, warning against “playing games” with access to one of the world’s largest and fastest‑growing markets. In an open letter released today, leading figures from New Zealand Inc. highlight the opportunity presented by India’s 1.4‑billion‑strong consumer base, which is expected to become one of the world’s fastest‑growing economies by 2030. The letter calls for bipartisan support, stressing the importance of

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2:51

Mark the Week: The war ended the way some thought it...

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2026/04/09

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. The war: 6/10 It ended the way at least some thought it would: within six weeks, with last minute high drama. Now there'll be a bit of back and forward, but eventually, like all Middle East conflicts, we will all go home. Artemis II: 7/10 I have failed to get as fizzed as some, but the other side of the moon is cool. The photos were cool, even if you saw the same thing 50 years

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2:33

Mike's Minute: Is National a victim of success?

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2026/04/09

Here is an irony for you. Could it be that the Prime Minister, the one so disliked by the media, is actually so good at his job that his numbers are a result of his excellence? The pollster David Farrar has broken down the NZ First poll numbers this week. Now, small warning – the NZ First poll numbers are not accurate given NZ First went up 4%, which is a 30%-ish swing in their favour. As I said this week, parties don’t go up or down at that rate ever. But it is true to say NZ First is on a bit of a

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5:22

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the Middle East...

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2026/04/09

Home-base preparations ahead of Artemis II's crew splash down off California's coast on Saturday afternoon. The four astronauts are on the return trip to Earth after their historic lunar flyby. NASA landing and recovery director, Liliana Villarreal says a ship's heading towards the capsule landing zone. The crew will then be helicoptered to dry land, for post-flight medical checks. US Correspondent Richard Arnold told Mike Hosking the ship will pierce the Earth’s atmosphere at a speed of just over

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10:26

Wrapping the Week with Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson:...

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2026/04/09

Friday has come once more which means it’s time for Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson to Wrap the Week that was. They discussed the state of the conflict in the Middle East and the ceasefire negotiations, the follow up to the ‘Jury Duty’ TV show, and the upcoming return of the Artemis II. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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3:30

Gillian Blythe: Water New Zealand CEO on the...

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2026/04/09

New research has highlighted an issue hidden beneath our feet. A Ministry for the Environment report shows E. coli has been detected in almost half of monitored groundwater sites since 2019. Nitrate levels have risen more than a third in the past two decades, and 63% of New Zealand's lakes had poor or very poor health. Water NZ CEO Gillian Blythe told Mike Hosking a critical piece of information highlighted by the report is that what we do with some water environments won’t show up for decades. She

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