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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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2:22

Mike's Minute: We watch Australia's social media ban...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/12/03

The Australian social media ban has started. Well, sort of. It came in on Monday but begins officially on the 10th of December. The worrying thing is one of the big proponents of the idea said she believed with all her heart that "we were saving a generation". That is not true. Saving them from what? Themselves? Theory vs reality is very powerfully at play in this move. We are dealing with too many intangibles. Between Monday and this time next week, teens are busy finding new apps that aren't

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10:25

Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson: Actors on their...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/12/03

‘Song Sung Blue’, a story of hope amidst a tragic love story. Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson star as Mike and Claire Sardina, aka Lightning and Thunder, a duo Neil Diamond tribute act that got major attention in Milwaukee. The film is based off a documentary about the couple with the same name, that was released in 2008. Before working together on this project, Jackman and Hudson didn't really know one another – meeting a few times but not in any great detail. But for a movie like this, where the

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88:25

Full Show Podcast: 04 December 2025

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/12/03

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Thursday 4th December, Sir Brian Roche discusses Andrew Coster’s resignation from his new role over the McSkimming scandal. We've got a new ski deal with China that’s set to bring in high value tourists. Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson talk Oscar buzz on their new movie ‘Song Sung Blue’, how easy their kiss was, and what Neil Diamond gave to each of them. Get the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast every weekday morning on iHeartRadio, or

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4:06

Steve Brown: Headwaters and Lumina CEO on their...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/12/03

A welcome boost to New Zealand's premium meat sector, with strong growth expected this season. Headwaters Farmers —who produce Lumina Lamb— are forecasting returns of $23.50 per lamb, up 60% on last year. It also reports successful expansion into the Middle East. Headwaters and Lumina Chief Executive Steve Brown told Mike Hosking these markets attract premium pricing. He says they also want to take on producers in the UK market and show them what quality lamb looks like. LISTEN ABOVESee

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2:57

Paul Anderson: NZSki CEO on the deal with...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/12/03

A new partnership deal in the ski industry aims to tap into the booming Chinese market. NZSki and Sunac-BonSki have signed on, giving New Zealand direct access to 13.5 million active skiers in China. NZSki CEO Paul Anderson told Mike Hosking while the New Zealanders and Australians make up the bulk of skiers, they’ve seen an increasing number of Chinese visitors to ski areas – particularly Queenstown. He says they’re no longer the traditional bus tours of groups that came through from China, but

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3:20

John Pask: BusinessNZ Chief Economist on the economy...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/12/03

A view the Government has to get a handle on debt, with forecasts showing the economy's now finally recovering. BusinessNZ's Planning Forecast projects the GDP will grow at just under 3% per year to 2027. But it warns that an ageing population's set to drive superannuation and healthcare costs to unsustainable levels, consuming all income tax revenue by the late 2040s. Chief Economist John Pask told Mike Hosking we’re not getting back to surplus until 2028/29, and even that’s touch and go. LISTEN

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7:18

Nick Hill: Auckland Unlimited CEO on the first round...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/12/03

There's a view that Government funding for major events is a smart investment. The first round of events in its $70 million package has been unveiled, including the first ever concert at Christchurch's One NZ Stadium at Te Kaha next May. Other events include Linkin Park in Auckland and the Ultra Music Festival in Wellington. Auckland Unlimited Chief Executive Nick Hill told Mike Hosking this funding is designed to make existing events bigger. For example, he says, the Readers and Writers Festival in

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3:35

Sir Brian Roche: Public Service Commissioner on...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/12/03

The Public Service Commissioner says he believes former Police Commissioner Andrew Coster is genuinely sorry, following his resignation as Social Investment Agency Head. Coster's accepted responsibility for shortcomings highlighted in an IPCA report on the handling of complaints against his then Deputy Jevon McSkimming. His final pay-out will be near $124 thousand. Sir Brian Roche told Mike Hosking Coster's always seemed genuine in all his experiences with him. He says Coster's very sincere and has

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2:06

Mike's Minute: Still more questions to answer for the...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/12/02

The mail I'm getting got a bit more official yesterday with Fitch suggesting they think the Reserve Bank isn't done. A lot of people thought the Reserve Bank was done cutting because fill-in Governor Christian Hawkesby basically said as much last week. On the inference that it was over, swap rates on the wholesale market started going up. Why should you care? Because if you owe money to a bank a lot of their income to lend comes from the wholesale markets. If it goes up so does your interest rate,

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5:05

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on Pete Hegseth...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/12/02

The US Secretary of Defence is facing scrutiny for potentially having committed a war crime. Pete Hegseth is facing scrutiny over a strike he ordered on a boat in the Caribbean Sea suspected of smuggling drugs. The Washington Post reported last week that Hegseth authorised a highly unusual second strike to kill all survivors on the boat – reports Hegseth has denied. US Correspondent Richard Arnold told Mike Hosking that Hegseth has previously railed against the Geneva Convention and the legal

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10:49

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

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/12/02

With the year nearing its end, Mark Mitchell and Ginny Andersen joined Mike Hosking for the final Politics Wednesday of 2025. They discussed Scrutiny Week, Labour’s decision to chase the Māori seats and what’s ahead as we enter an election year. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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88:24

Full Show Podcast: 03 December 2025

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2025/12/02

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 3rd of December, Police Commissioner Richard Chambers outlined the Police's new targets in the wake of the McSkimming debacle. Liam Lawson has officially retained his seat for Racing Bulls next season! Former Ferrari and Williams manager Peter Windsor broke down the decision for us. And Ginny Andersen and Mark Mitchell joined Mike for their last Politics Wednesday of the year. Get the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast every

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3:12

Fiona Cooper: NZUS Council Executive Director on...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/12/02

New Zealand’s relationship with the "Land of Opportunity" is taking the spotlight in Auckland today. Business, trade, and political leaders are attending the annual US Business Summit. Christopher Luxon is set to open the summit, shedding light on the Government’s actions to strengthen bilateral ties. NZUS Council Executive Director Fiona Cooper told Mike Hosking New Zealand is doing great business with the US and the summit is about sharing stories about how to navigate the tariff turbulence. But

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3:33

Lisa King: AF Drinks Founder on the success of the...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/12/02

The success story keeps rolling for Kiwi company AF Drinks. The alcohol-free brand has just secured nationwide distribution in the UK with supermarket giant Morrisons. It follows on from their US expansion, with them now stocked in over 4000 stores including Target, Walmart, and Sprouts. Founder Lisa King told Mike Hosking there’s been a huge trend towards alcohol moderation. She says that a lot of people are still drinking alcohol, but they’re moderating it and choosing to drink less or drink

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6:05

Peter Windsor: Former Williams and Ferrari executive...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/12/02

A mentoring role for Liam Lawson in the 2026 Formula 1 season. The New Zealand driver has retained his spot in Racing Bulls alongside 18-year-old debutant Arvid Lindblad. Lawson had been vying for the vacant seat with demoted Red Bull driver Yuki Tsunoda, following Isack Hadjar's promotion to the parent team. Former Williams and Ferrari executive Peter Windsor told Mike Hosking Lawson's the best fit for the requirements. He says Liam will flourish in a senior role and it’ll bring out the best in

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2:33

Kate Gainsford: Secondary Principals' Council Chair...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/12/02

There's a belief support for first-time principals is falling short. Newstalk ZB analysis has found 970 principals quit in the past three years – one in five within their first year. Retirements jumped 26% over the same period. Secondary Principals' Council Chair Kate Gainsford told Mike Hosking other countries have solid systems to prepare principals, but we don't. She says part of the role teachers can get used to while they're middle and senior leaders, but part can't be learnt until you're

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3:19

Amanda Malu: Education NZ CEO on the economic impact...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/12/02

The economic impact of international students is surging. New Stats NZ data shows education-related travel exports jumped to $4.52 billion in the year to September, up from $3.6 billion the previous year. Education New Zealand wants to increase that figure to $7.2 billion by 2034. Chief Executive Amanda Malu told Mike Hosking growth is across all sectors and there’s still room to expand. She says universities have higher enrolments than they've ever had, schools are growing, and private training has

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2:50

Richard Chambers: Police Commissioner on the Police...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/12/02

Confidence from the Police Commissioner that New Zealanders don't see police any differently in the wake of the McSkimming scandal. Richard Chambers has announced four new targets, which include restoring public trust and confidence to 80%. It follows the IPCA's recent and scathing report into how serious allegations against former Deputy Commissioner Jevon McSkimming were addressed. Chambers told Mike Hosking people understand the blame lies with former leaders. LISTEN ABOVESee

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2:16

Mike's Minute: I'm confident for 2026

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/12/01

It probably came out on the wrong day to get the coverage it deserved, but one of the last pieces in the economic turnaround told us we are basically there. Consumer confidence is back, up six points to 98. It needs to be 100 or more for expansion, but it’s the highest figure since June and backs the business confidence, which last week was up a lot. Business comes first because they see the turnaround on sales. The spending numbers back that up because they are pretty real time and then you get

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88:21

Full Show Podcast: 02 December 2025

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2025/12/01

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 2nd of December, the Government is bringing in rates caps in 2029. Local Government Minister Simon Watts and Nelson Mayor Nick Smith give their takes on the proposal. Will there be a coup in Netball NZ? A Special General Meeting has been called this weekend to discuss a vote of no confidence of the leadership. UK comedian and author David Walliams has a new children's book out and he can't wait to catch up with Mike and make of his tight

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