100 Years of ZB
This podcast celebrates the 100-year history of New Zealand radio station 1ZB, which first broadcast in 1926. Hosted by Mike Hosking, it shares the memorable names, unforgettable sounds, and remarkable stories from the station's century on air. New episodes are released every Sunday and are available on iHeartRadio and other podcast platforms. It is powered by Newstalk ZB, one of New Zealand's iconic radio stations.
Episodes
Episode 5: The recent evolution of Newstalk ZB, the big moments and host memories
In this episode of the 100 Years of ZB Podcast, Mike Hosking takes you through some recent big moments from Newstalk ZB. You'll hear Sir Paul Holmes' last Breakfast show, Leighton Smith's final Mornings show and Larry Williams' Drive swansong. Plus, hear audio of Jack Tame and Heather du Plessis-Allan's debut on the station. And you'll hear memories from our suite of hosts.
Episode 4: How ZB brought you the elation and heartbreak of sport
In this episode of the 100 Years of ZB Podcast, Mike Hosking takes you how Newstalk ZB brought you all the action and emotions from our sporting heroes. It covers the iconic moments from rugby, cricket, the Olympics, rugby league, football, motorsport, netball and many others. Mike takes you through how ZB covered the sporting moments that stopped a nation - like the 2011 Rugby World C
Episode 3: The era defining events, issues and stories that Newstalk ZB covered
In this episode of the 100 Years of ZB Podcast, Mike Hosking takes you through the big events, issues and stories that Newstalk ZB covered from 1987 through to today. It covers times of national tragedy, times of intense national interest and the international events that defined the country and the world. Mike also dives into our coverage into something the station is famous for - politics.
Episode 2: The monumental change to Newstalk 1ZB
In this episode of the 100 Years of ZB Podcast, Mike Hosking examines the change 1ZB made in 1987 to Newstalk 1ZB. The episode explains why the station was at a crossroads. It was faced with falling ratings, falling revenue and a defection from an iconic Breakfast hosts. Mike Hosking will explain how the station became a news and talk station - and how it attracted the iconic Sir Paul
Episode 1: The birth of 1ZB
In the first episode of the 100 Years of ZB Podcast, Mike Hosking takes you through the birth of the iconic 1ZB in 1926. The episode takes you through the history of the station from 1926 until the beginning of 1987. You'll hear snippets from the iconic names - like Phil Shone, Aunt Daisy, Selwyn Toogood, Merv Smith and Marina (Jocelyn Parr). Mike Hosking will also take you back
100 Years of ZB: Listen now
It was August 9th, 1926 when the 1ZB call sign was first heard on New Zealand radio. For the last 100 years there's been thousands of stories, thousands of moments and thousands of conversations. Join Mike Hosking as he brings you 100 Years of ZB. Throughout the podcast, Mike will bring you the memorable names, the unforgettable sounds and the remarkable history of one of New Zealand's
