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Kia Ora Aotearoa! Welcome to The Working Group, New Zealand's top political podcast not funded by NZ on Air. I'm your host, Martyn Bradbury, editor of The Daily Blog.
Joining me tonight: David Parker and Matthew Hooton, alongside Host Martin (Bomber) Bradbury and panelist Damien Grant.
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Kia Ora Aotearoa! Welcome to The Working Group, New Zealand's top political podcast not funded by NZ on Air. I'm your host, Martyn Bradbury, editor of The Daily Blog.
Joining me tonight:
Shane Te Pou - former candidate, campaign manager and executive member of the Labour Party.Barbara Edmonds - Labour Party Finance SpokespersonSimon Court - Member of Parliament for ACT New ZealandIssues:
Fast Track powers vs Māori Party allegations - what is the biggest threat to Western Democracy?Budget 2024 - Still moderate and vanilla or now a right wing nightmare hellscape?ACT Party - conference dreams of 15% and the rise of the hard right----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
TEXT: Working to 3598
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Kia Ora Aotearoa! Welcome to The Working Group, New Zealand's top political podcast not funded by NZ on Air. I'm your host, Martyn Bradbury, editor of The Daily Blog. Unfortunately, I'm sick so you get to be hosted by Damien 'all tax is theft' Grant!
Joining him tonight:
Maria Slade - Senior Journalist at the National Business ReviewMatthew McCarten - Political organiser and trade unionistJordan Williams - Tax payer hero?Issues:
Nicola Willis's budgetThe British electionDonald J. Trump... again----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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Kia Ora Aotearoa! Welcome to The Working Group, New Zealand's top political podcast not funded by NZ on Air. I'm your host, Martyn Bradbury, editor of The Daily Blog.
Joining me tonight:
Damien Grant, libertarian liquidator and Cthulhu of Capitalism.Matthew Hooton, NZ Herald columnist.Brad Olsen, New Zealand economics commentator.Issues:
Nicola Willis - Can she borrow for tax cuts and get away with it?Underfunding public services - What are the consequences?The budget - What are our predictions?----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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Kia Ora Aotearoa! Welcome to The Working Group, New Zealand's top political podcast not funded by NZ on Air. I'm your host, Martyn Bradbury, editor of The Daily Blog.
Joining me tonight:
Damien Grant, libertarian liquidator and Cthulhu of Capitalism.Sue Bradford, legendary left-wing activist and former Green MP.Simon Wilson, visionary NZ Herald columnist.Topics:
Kāinga Ora Reforms - Bill English and National's involvement.Political Party Showdowns - Analysis of National, Greens, and Labour.OCR, Economy, and Budget Predictions - What's next for the economy?TEXT: Working to 3598
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Join us as we plunge into the heart of Aotearoa's political arena. From the absurdities of "woke food" controversies to the crucial debate over government bailouts. And as the specter of fascist fast-track powers looms large, we confront the very essence of democracy and the influence of money in our political system.
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Join us as we unpack the implications of the AUKUS alliance and discuss the economic challenges of rising unemployment and falling house values. Plus, hear the panel's take on National's plans for a mega prison amidst cries for social investment. Get the inside scoop on Kiwi politics - listen now!
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Join us this week as we dissect the tumultuous landscape of New Zealand politics. From plummeting poll numbers to a potential leadership shakeup in the National Party, and the looming spectre of economic uncertainty amidst global geopolitical tensions, we delve deep into the heart of the nation's political arena.
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Step into the heart of the debate on The Working Group, where New Zealand's most influential voices come together to tackle the nation's pressing issues. With guests Chris Penk and David Seymour, we delve into the contentious topics of child welfare, justice reform, and societal distrust in Aotearoa.
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The Working Group podcast takes a deep dive into three major issues gripping New Zealand - foreign policy's delicate balancing act between global powers, the upheaval in the country's media landscape, and the ambitious but controversial infrastructure projects on the table. Pulling no punches, this daring podcast occupies the radical center to unravel New Zealand's most consequential issues.
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Join Martin Bradbury, Damien Grant, Simon Wilson and Michael Wood for a no-holds-barred dissection of New Zealand's political tumult. We're slicing through media trust issues, tackling worker safety, and wrestling with climate policies amid the cattle industry chaos. Expect explosive debates and radical insights as we expose the political and ecological crossroads defining Aotearoa. Brace for impact – this is the unvarnished truth of the Kiwi state of affairs, served with a side of revolutionary wit. #RadicalMiddle
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Join firebrand host Martyn "Bomber" Bradbury as he rallies New Zealand's sharpest political minds to slice through the haze of Kiwi controversies in a no-holds-barred dissection of tax cuts favoring the rich, educational equity, and the tectonic shifts in social reform. This episode is a searing critique of the Labour Party's leadership and an audacious defense of cultural spaces, all while standing at the frontlines of the nation's pressing issues. Strap in for a potent blend of insight and indignation that promises to shake the pillars of power and spark a fierce debate on the future of Aotearoa. #NZPoliticsUnveiled
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TONIGHT: You read me right! David Seymour, Willie Jackson and Libertarian Darth Vader Damien Grant in our special last show of the year!
We bring actual debate to the NZ Political Panel circuit.
You can’t get this on The Spinoff, NZME, Newshub Nation, AM Show, RNZ, TVNZ – you can only get it on The Working Group!
ISSUE 1 – Review the first week of the new Government
ISSUE 2 – Review the Political Year
(Crime/Environment/Poverty/Public Services)ISSUE 3 – Political Predictions for 2024
(Economy/Politically/Internationally)It’s Politics done unlike anywhere else.
The podcast broadcasts from our purpose built studio bunker ADJACENT to Mediaworks studios on YouTube & The Daily Blog and posted up afterwards on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Rova & YouTube
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New Zealand's political arena is more like a gladiator pit than a parliament, and we've got front-row seats to the latest skirmishes. My guests, Q+As Jack Tame, the ever-incisive Moana Maniapoto and the acerbically witty Damien Grant, join me to unpack the government's controversial plays. From the resurrection of high-octane firearms to the socio-economic chess game of tobacco taxation, we don't just throw punches – we analyze the impact of each policy swing. And when it comes to Winston Peters' media conspiracy theories, we're calling bluffs and taking names. But it's not all policy warfare; the home front is just as heated. As we navigate the housing crisis and pet bond propositions, we question the implications for Kiwi renters and homeowners alike. The appointment of Judith Collins draws scepticism and sparks debate, with the undercurrents of state-funded media and representation for Māori adding fuel to the fire. These conversations push us into the radical middle, where government intervention and free speech principles duel for dominance. We round out our session with a look ahead – and it's a horizon brimming with change. Public broadcasting's lifeline amidst a brutal advertising landscape, political shake-ups hinting at a Labour Party reshuffle, and the U.S. presidential race's potential for fresh faces all come under our microscope. And as we cast an international eye to Israel's strife, we find narratives of hope and resilience. This episode isn't just another political commentary; it's a call to engage, reflect, and challenge the status quo. So buckle up for a ride through the tumultuous yet hopeful terrain of New Zealand's political and social landscape.
It’s Politics done unlike anywhere else.
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Issue 1: Chippy's Ceasefire Captains Call
Issue 2: Coalition Negotiation Games
Issue 3: Xi and Biden's rapprochement and impact for NZ
and Issue 4: Grim Economic Christmas for many Kiwis this year
It’s Politics done unlike anywhere else.
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TONIGHT: Legal representative of Slytherin House and Union Delegate for the Sith Matthew Hooton, NBR Senior Journalist Maria Slade and Libertarian Voldemort, Damien Grant.
Issue 1: Latest negotiations to form Government becomes the dance of the 7 veiled threats
Issue 2: Pacific Island Forum and our future with China
Issue 3: 300 000 in housing and power poverty plus 600 000 needing food banks monthly plus 55% of kiwis struggling financially – what does the new Government do?
and Issue 4: Global temperatures are almost 6 sigma above normal – when should climate change panic set in?
It’s Politics done unlike anywhere else.
The podcast broadcasts from our purpose built studio bunker ADJACENT to Mediaworks studios on YouTube & The Daily Blog and posted up afterwards on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Rova & YouTube
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TONIGHT: ACT Party Sith Lorde Brooke Van Velden, the last socialist standing Shane Te Pou and Libertarian Voldemort, Damien Grant.
Issue 1: Specials are in – final result ramifications
Issue 2: Government negotiations and Winston’s games
Issue 3: Chippy re-elected as Leader evidence Labour learnt nothing
and Issue 4: ACT criticise Chloe for pro-Palestinian chant
It’s Politics done unlike anywhere else.
The podcast broadcasts from our purpose built studio bunker ADJACENT to Mediaworks studios on YouTube & The Daily Blog and posted up afterwards on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Rova & YouTube
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TONIGHT: National Party MP Chris Peck, Former Labour Party Chief of Staff Matt McCarten and Libertarian Darth Vader, Damien Grant.
Issue 1: Banning Gang Patches while promoting Natural Glow – Is Mark Mitchell the new Suzanne Paul?
Issue 2: Coronial inquiry vs Winston
Issue 3: 57 dead children since the creation of Oranga Tamariki
and Issue 4: Hands up who is sick to death of hearing about Chippy’s new Girlfriend and the demise of The Project
It’s Politics done unlike anywhere else.
The podcast broadcasts from our purpose built studio bunker ADJACENT to Mediaworks studios on YouTube & The Daily Blog and posted up afterwards on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Rova & YouTube
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TONIGHT: The Working Group Election Special: What Election means for the Right with ACT Party Leader David Seymour, Right wing Svengali Mathew Hooton and Libertarian Darth Vader Damien Grant
Issue 1 – What does the result mean for National?
Issue 2 – What does the result mean for ACT?
Issue 3 – What does the result mean for NZFirst?
and Issue 4 – Where to now for the Right?
It’s Politics done unlike anywhere else.
The podcast broadcasts from our purpose built studio bunker ADJACENT to Mediaworks studios on YouTube & The Daily Blog and posted up afterwards on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Rova & YouTube
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TONIGHT: The Working Group Election Special: What went wrong for the Left with Māori TV current affairs host Moana Maniapoto, Former Labour Party Chief of Staff Matt McCarten and Libertarian Darth Vader, Damien Grant
Issue 1 – Labour – what the hell happened?
Issue 2 – Greens celebrate but have lost power
Issue 3 – Māori Party wins big
and Issue 4 – Where to now for the Left?
Next week we will review the Election for the Right with former National Party Leader Simon Bridges and ACT Leader David Seymour.
It’s Politics done unlike anywhere else.
The podcast broadcasts from our purpose built studio bunker ADJACENT to Mediaworks studios on YouTube & The Daily Blog and posted up afterwards on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Rova & YouTube
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