Best Australian Institute Of International Affairs Podcasts (2025)

A retired lieutenant can't see how a boost in defence funding will fill missing skills and trades. New Zealand's injecting $12 billion into defence over four years – $9 billion of which is new spending. It includes enhancing our strike capabilities, replacing the Boeing 757 fleet, and upgrading our javelin anti-tank missiles. Retired Lieutenant Col…

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Lance Burdett: Former Police Officer on the new approach to mental health cases 2:50

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A former police officer is backing the force's approach to dealing with mental health cases. Police are in the middle of four stage process to pull back from attending mental health call outs. The Mental Health Foundation has created a petition calling on them to reverse course. It says first phase, which started in November, has already caused dam…

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Full Show Podcast: 08 April 2025 34:15

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On the Early Edition with Full Show Podcast Tuesday 8th April 2025, The Government's announced a massive 12 billion dollar investment in defence over the next four years Retired Lieutenant Colonel Hayden Ricketts tells Andrew Dickens how it will make a difference. Former Politicians and health advocates are rallying against New Zealand's lobbying r…

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Boyd Swinburn: Health Coalition Aotearoa Co-Chair on calls to level the playing field, when it comes to lobbying 3:59

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A desire to level the playing field, when it comes to lobbying. Health Coalition Aotearoa's pushing for stronger regulations alongside the Helen Clark Foundation and Transparency International. They want a public register of lobbyist meetings, a cooling-off period to prevent ex-ministers immediately becoming lobbyists, and a lower limit forcing som…

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Andrew Dickens: Defence spending is necessary, but expensive 1:54

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The news that New Zealand is going to spend 12 billion dollars on defence is not news to welcome, and yet it is welcome news. In an unsettled world, defence is essential. And the equation for a credible defence is spending 2 percent of GDP. So now within 8 years we’ll get to that target - it’s a doubling. The question is why we are only just doing …

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Andrew Alderson: Sports Contributor on Liam Lawson's F1 finish, Auckland FC unbeaten run, Women's 7s wins overnight, and Super Rugby over the weekend 3:07

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Liam Lawson was beaten by his Red Bull replacement Yuki Tsunoda on the opening lap of the Japanese Grand Prix. He finished 17th, while Tsunoda finished 12th. His former Red Bull team-mate, Max Verstappen, won from pole position. Sports Contributor Andrew Alderson joins the show to discuss the race, Auckland FC continuing their unbeaten run, Women's…

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David Smith: Washington Bureau Chief for the Guardian on the reaction to Donald Trump's tariffs 4:02

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Fallout from US President Donald Trump's tariffs announced over the weekend has continued to be felt around the world. The stock market's S&P fell 10.5%, but New Zealand only fell 0.5%. Experts are warning tariffs could push prices up for consumers, and protesters have taken to the streets in their thousands as a result. Washington Bureau Chief for…

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Michael Johnston: Former Victoria University Associate Dean & NZ Initiative Research Fellow on freedom of speech laws in university's 3:10

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The Government wants to change the laws surrounding free speech in New Zealand. As part of the Quarter two action plan, legislation will be introduced to require freedom of expression in our university's. What impact will the new law have on students and learning? Former Victoria University Dean & NZ Initiative Research Fellow Michael Johnston talk…

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Full Show Podcast: 07 April 2025 34:04

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On the Early Edition with Full Show Podcast Monday 7th April 2025, Washington Bureau Chief for the Guardian David Smith shares the latest on reaction out of the US following Donald Trump's tariffs. The Government wants to shake up free speech laws in universities, Former Victoria University Dean and NZ Initiative research fellow Dr Michael Johnston…

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Gavin Grey: UK/Europe Correspondent on Pope Francis appears in public 3:28

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A noticeably frail Pope Francis has made a surprise appearance at Vatican City. The 88-year-old was in a wheelchair and wearing a nasal cannula for oxygen, when greeting onlookers in St Peter's Square. It's his first official public appearance since he was released from hospital, after a life-threatening bout of double pneumonia. International Corr…

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Andrew Dickens: Treaty Principles Bill part two 1:41

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So it looks like the Treaty Principles Act is toast as Christopher Luxon assured us it would be. Much was made over the weekend that 90 per cent of the submissions were against it. But that means nothing if all the opposing submissions were just photocopies of one. Māori are organised. Anyone who’s seen their multiple Hikoi's and the awesome organi…

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The Lounge Live Sessions With Jerebet 26:51

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The Lounge Live Sessions With Jerebet by Capital FMBy Capital FM

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The road to artificial general intelligence, with Helen Toner 44:10

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Australian AI expert Helen Toner is the Director of Strategy and Foundational Research Grants at Georgetown University’s Center for Security and Emerging Technology (CSET). She also spent two years on the board of OpenAI, which put her at the centre of the dramatic events in late 2023 when OpenAI CEO Sam Altman was briefly sacked before being reins…

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Sirma Karapeeva: Meat Industry Association CEO on the impact of US tariffs on beef exports 3:39

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New Zealand exporters are in the firing line, as tariffs of at least 10% are now being imposed on almost all goods. The US surpassed Australia as our second largest export destination for beef last year due to a sharp rise in meat exports. There’s billions of dollars' worth of trade in the sector, as the United States is unable to meet their consum…

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Vincent McAviney: UK Correspondent on the investigation into Prince Harry's charity 3:25

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The dispute surrounding a charity co-founded by Prince Harry will be investigated. The Sentebale charity's caught the eye of the Charity Commission after a public war of words saw its head make claims of bullying and harassment within the organisation. UK correspondent Vincent McAviney told Andrew Dickens the Duke of Sussex is hoping the commission…

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Malcolm Mulholland: Patient Voice Aotearoa Chair on the Government's health targets 3:18

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A health group says the Government's health targets don't tell the full story of the system. Three of the five Government's targets are on track, but two are worse than the previous quarter. Wait lists for elective treatments and a first specialist assessment have worsened, but child vaccination rates have improved, alongside cancer treatment times…

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Eric Thompson: Sports Journalist on the Formula one Grand Prix in Japan 2:43

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Formula one hits Japan this weekend, with Liam Lawson to race for the first time since dropping to the Racing Bulls. Lawson's replacement, Yuki Tsunoda, will be racing for oracle this Sunday. Sport's Journalist Eric Thompson says Yuki and Lawson have been friends since junior days. He says some strain in their friendship is to be expected. LISTEN A…

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Full Show Podcast: 04 April 2025 34:26

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On the Early Edition with Full Show Podcast Friday 4th April 2025, NZ is finally in the firing line for Donald Trump's tariffs, Sirma Karapeeva Chief Executive of the Meat Industry Association explains how it will impact our exporters. Formula One hits Japan this weekend, with Liam Lawson to race for the first time since dropping to the racing bull…

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Andrew Dickens: The tariffs are here 1:51

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The age of globalisation is dead. Trump has withdrawn America. Now we’re in an age of blocs - nations that agree to trade with each other, nations that have commonality. So, who are our friends and who are our friends that we get on with? China is our biggest trade friend, but is China our friend? No, they’re not. So we are into a period of delicat…

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Hot Hits 2025 Kendrick Lamar, Doechii Urban Hip Hop, Afrobeats Dj Protege Mix 1:39:56

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Hot Hits 2025 Kendrick Lamar, Doechii Urban Hip Hop, Afrobeats Dj Protege Mix by Capital FMBy Capital FM

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Celebrating International Women's Month With Anita Nderu 1:10:03

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Celebrating International Women's Month With Anita Nderu by Capital FMBy Capital FM

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John Tookey: AUT Construction Management Professor on the government's crackdown on shoddy builders 1:29

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A rising concern about shoddy builders has prompted the Government to roll out industry reforms. The Building and Construction Minister says relatively few examples of high-profile poor workmanship is tarring the image of tradies. Chris Penk has announced there'll be more transparency about suspended builders, stronger discipline, and an improved c…

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Matt Doocey: Mental Health Minister on the Access and Choice Programme missing its targets 4:20

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The Government's highlighted an Achilles' heel with a $664 million mental health programme that's missing targets. Labour's 2019 'Wellbeing' Budget saw the Access and Choice Programme receive its funding over five years. It's aiming to support 325 thousand people per year, but during 2023-24 saw just over 207 thousand. Mental Health Minister Matt D…

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Anne Villamil: University of Iowa Economics Professor on the looming Trump tariffs 4:18

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Uncertainty is the word of the day in the US as Donald Trump gears up for his so called "Liberation Day". The President will reveal his latest round of tariffs at 9am New Zealand time. It's expected to throw away decades of norms around global trade and hit people in their back pockets. University of Iowa Economics Professor Anne Villamil told Andr…

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Mitch McCann: US Correspondent on reports Elon Musk is leaving DOGE 2:24

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Tesla may benefit when founder Elon Musk leaves his government role. There are reports the billionaire will leave his role at the Department of Government Efficiency to take a much smaller role in the administration. It comes as auto maker reports a 13 percent drop in vehicle sales in the first three months of the year. US Correspondent Mitch McCan…

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Andrew Dickens: Comedians bring logic to a fight 1:49

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The comedian Jimmy Carr is coming back to New Zealand for a nationwide tour the culminates at Auckland's Spark Arena. These are big halls, and he can fill them because he’s that good. It’s called 'Jimmy Carr Laughs Funny' and he does. It’s so true, it’s funny. And that’s Jimmy’s thing. It’s easy to lump comedians like Jimmy, and Ricky Gervais and A…

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Full Show Podcast: 03 April 2025 34:22

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On the Early Edition with Full Show Podcast Thursday 3rd April 2025, Minister for mental health Matt Doocey joins Andrew Dickens to talk on major report into mental health. A slew of new government changes will hold cowboy builders more responsible for poor quality work, AUT Professor in construction John Tookey, tells Andrew Dickens how it will ma…

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OVAReact Season 5 Episode 2: Rocking With Capital FM's Anne Mwaura 20:53

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OVAReact Season 5 Episode 2: Rocking With Capital FM's Anne Mwaura by Capital FMBy Capital FM

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Sheba Njagi | Certified Change Lead, Trainer and Mediator 40:48

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Sheba Njagi's faith-driven mission is to help individuals and organizations navigate change, resolve conflicts, and achieve excellence by optimizing their financial resources, time, energy, and wellbeing.By Capital FM

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OVAReact Season 5 Episode 3 : Graceful Transitions Featuring Christine Muthoni 28:58

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Join us as we jump into a conversation around creating a sense of community for women experiencing life transitions such as menopause, aging, and overall health. As we sit down with Christine Muthoni, one of the founders of Elite Women KE.By Capital FM

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OVAReact Season 5 Episode 1 : OVAReacting Bigger, Better, Bolder With Moh, Ang, & Lush 28:56

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OVAReact Season 5 Episode 1 : OVAReacting Bigger, Better, Bolder With Moh, Ang, & Lush by Capital FMBy Capital FM

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Mike Hutcheson: Marketing Expert on the NZR-Ineos settlement, what's next for the All Blacks? 3:11

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New Zealand Rugby and former kit sponsor Ineos have resolved their financial differences. A settlement has been reached after NZR lodged an injunction at the High Court in Wellington, with the figure reportedly in excess of $21 million. Ineos get to terminate the deal after three years, rather than the full six. Marketing Expert Mike Hutcheson told…

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Viv Beck: Heart of the City CEO on New Zealand dropping its bid to host the America's Cup 2:42

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An Auckland Central business group says the Government has missed a golden opportunity for growth by not funding the America's Cup. Central Government refused to give any funding to the 2027 edition of the race. Heart of the City Chief Executive Viv Beck says the bars, restaurants, tourist spots and hotels would have benefited immensely. She told A…

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Gwyn Thurlow: Deerstalkers Association Chief Executive on landowners no longer responsible for injuries on their site 3:36

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The Government's latest health and safety regulatory reforms are being viewed as a win for hunters. A new change makes clear landowners won’t be responsible, if people are injured on their site, while doing recreational activities. Fault will lie with the organisations running them. Deerstalkers Association Chief Executive, Gwyn Thurlow told Andrew…

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Full Show Podcast: 02 April 2025 34:29

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On the Early Edition with Full Show Podcast Wednesday 2nd April 2025, Auckland businesses are disappointed the city will not host the 38th America's Cup, Heart of the City CEO Viv Beck shares her thoughts. The Government's reassuring landowners that they won't be legally responsible for recreational activities they permit on their land, New Zealand…

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Andrew Dickens: Our kids should know Shakespeare 2:23

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The draft year 7-13 English curriculum proposes compulsory Shakespeare for senior secondary school students. That’s provoked a furious debate about the relevance of Shakespeare in this day and age - Shakespeare is important, but is it essential? Even when I was at secondary school 45 years ago, Shakespeare was not popular. One year we were studying…

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Donna Demaio: Australia Correspondent on the Chinese research ship passing through Australian waters 2:35

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Australian officials are closely monitoring a Chinese vessel that's passing through its waters, after completing a joint mission with Kiwi scientists off the coast of Fiordland. The high-tech Chinese research ship is carrying a deep-sea submersible that's capable of exploring extreme depths. It's following the route of Australia's deep-sea submarin…

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