The Mike Hosking Breakfast
The Mike Hosking Breakfast is New Zealand's number one breakfast radio show, hosted by Mike Hosking, the country's top talk host. The show sets the day's agenda with strong opinions, top talent, and engaging discussions. It airs on Newstalk ZB and covers current events, news, and interviews.
Episodes
Marcus Wheelhouse: Ryan Fox's coach celebrates Kiwi victory at The Open Championship
Ryan Fox has won The Open Championship, becoming the third Kiwi ever to take home the title. He's been praised for his efforts by Sir Bob Charles, who won the same title sixty years ago. Fox's coach Marcus Wheelhouse told Mike Hosking that he's still in a state of disbelief. 'Yeah, so, so many deep breaths are going on at the moment and, states of disbelief and, and excitement and yeah
Full Show Podcast: 20 July 2026
On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Monday the 20th of July, Ryan Fox's coach Marcus Wheelhouse joins us straight after Fox's first golf major win at The Open. The PM is back from holiday and talks the new ferries and names, councils doing deals with local iwi ahead of the law changes and when we are doing more about AI. Jason Pine and Andrew Saville talk the Fox win, the World Cup
Mike's Minute: We should all be worried about America
With a war he doesn’t know how to finish it seems the Trump plan, given the Iran problem will reflect badly for him in the midterms, is to gerrymander the vote by pretending they have an emergency. That was largely the point of Friday's speech, which contained a re-issuing of old material, none of which specifically claimed his famed 2020 election was stolen. A couple of polls out over the weekend
Steve Price: Australian Correspondent comments on latest polls from over the ditch
The latest polls from Australia are out, and it's tight at the top. Both Labour and One Nation are polling high, whilst the Liberal coalition has taken a popularity hit. Dropping to 19%. Australian Correspondent Steve Price says despite Pauline Hanson's holidays and controversial remarks about immigration, it hasn't changed public opinion. He says that Hanson is 'tied for first'
Commentary Box: Ryan Fox, The World Cup and a successful weekend of rugby
Andrew Saville and Jason Pine join Mike Hosking to review the weekend's sport. On the table today: Ryan Fox has won the British open. The World Cup Final is underway - and the weekend gave us a third-place playoff of the ages. And it's been a positive weekend for NZ Rugby, with both the ABs and Warriors winning in Auckland. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privac
Christopher Luxon: Prime Minister says he's unsure when Trump's next tariff will come
Chris Luxon says he doesn't know if and when New Zealand could face higher tariffs from the US - but we'll weather whatever comes our way. Trade experts have suggested New Zealand could face a blanket 12.5 percent tariff as early as this Friday. It would replace the 10-percent tariff we currently face. The Prime Minister told Mike Hosking that there will continue to be strong demand for New Zealan
Paul Goldsmith: National Justice Spokesperson calls for adjustments to consenting laws
National's justice spokesperson says new consent laws in other jurisdictions haven't materially changed conviction rates. The party's announced if re-elected, it'll ensure consent has to be actively given, meaning there must be a "yes" rather than the absence of a "no". It says it brings us in line with jurisdictions like the UK and parts of Australia. National's Justice Spokesperson P
Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on Iran War, Teleprompter betting and Trump's pricey social media subscription
Donald Trump has opened a subscription service on his social media platform Truth Social. The subscription, which allows users to view Trump's posts faster, would cost $100,000 USD per month. US Correspondent Richard Arnold told Mike Hosking that the platform is offering a limited time special - which would reduce the price to $60,000 with a three-year subscription. LISTEN ABOVES
Mike's Minute: Is this why the National vote is soft?
Federated Farmers have quite rightly raised what you would loosely call "the alarm" around a rush of new deals between councils and local Māori. The rush is on because of the Government's new Natural Environment and Planning bills. They were released late last year, saying you can't do local Māori deals under it. It's passed its first reading and is sitting at committee level and due b
Mark the Week: The World Cup is a massive success
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. ACT: 8/10 A lot has yet to unfold but the Paul Henry move, so far, looks like a stroke of political genius. NZ Inc: 7/10 An encouraging week with manufacturing, services, and confidence all up. Slowly but surely. The World Cup: 8
Mike's Minute: Why is the NZ Super debate back?
Like so many debates in this country, another one has restarted, this time around Superannuation. Some economists have taken to their calculators and looked at who earns what in retirement. 9% of over 65s are earning more than $100k a year. 3.6% are earning more than $150k a year. A smidge over 2% are earning more than $180k a year. Now that’s almost 15% earning at le
Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the weather, Donald Trump's speech to the nation today
US President Donald Trump is set to make a nation-wide address today, and elections and voting machines are on the agenda. The primetime speech is expected to reveal information from newly declassified intelligence on investigations into US elections, and what the White House says are voting machine vulnerabilities. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt says that people will f
Wrapping the Week with Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson: Paul Henry standing for ACT, working while studying, and life in America
It’s Friday, which means Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson are back with Mike Hosking to Wrap the Week that Was. They discussed Paul Henry’s shift into politics, Kate’s degree and whether working while studying makes you do better, and life in America. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Gin Wigmore: Kiwi musician on the release of her fourth album 'Beautiful Mess'
After eight years, Kiwi music icon Gin Wigmore has released a new album. ‘Beautiful Mess’ is her fourth studio album, and has been described as her most personal record yet – drawing on her experiences with love, divorce, motherhood, and rebuilding her life. It’s an exciting day for Wigmore, with the full album dropping earlier this morning. “It’s like giving birth but way less p
Neil Barnes: Assistant All Blacks Coach ahead of the Nations Championship clash against Ireland at Eden Park
Assistant coach Neil Barnes is assuring the All Blacks' pride in their record at Eden Park is intact, with Ireland in town to challenge it tomorrow night. The 52-test unbeaten run at the Auckland stadium has reached its 32nd year, and the team will be intending to keep it rolling in their third Nations Championship clash. Barnes told Mike Hosking there's a lot of history between the Al
Full Show Podcast: 17 July 2026
On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Friday 17th of July, Social Development Minister Louise Upston discusses the new benefit numbers, and there’s good news —potentially— about power prices. All Blacks Assistant Coach Neil Barnes discusses the team’s plan to defend the Fortress against Ireland this weekend. And Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson discuss Paul Henry going into
Karen Boyes: Major Electricity Users' Group Executive Director on wholesale electricity prices falling
Lower power bills are on the way for commercial customers, but a longer wait's in store for the average household. Meridian Energy says 2027 forward wholesale prices have fallen more than 35% since April. Chief Executive Mike Roan says it'll fall 15% over the same period for 2028 and 2029 as renewable energy's built. But Major Electricity Users' Group Executive Director Karen B
Eric Crampton: NZ Initiative Chief Economist on ACT's idea to introduce innovation trials to cut red tape
Restrictions on innovation are being seen as a form of self-sabotage. ACT wants to introduce innovation trials – letting government ministers pause existing regulations if they block tests of new technology. Leader David Seymour told innovators the country punches above its weight when we back ourselves, but someone needs to build the framework to make it happen. New Zealand I
Gareth Kiernan: Infometrics Chief Forecaster on predictions that economic growth will reach a four-year high next year
The country's economic recovery may be coming. New Infometrics forecasts show annual economic growth is set to reach a four-year high of 2.7% mid-next year. They show the chances of yearly inflation continuing above 2% by then have dropped. Chief Forecaster Gareth Kiernan told Mike Hosking that as long as fuel prices stay at manageable levels, they expect to see positive indicato
Louise Upston: Social Development Minister on the number of people on the Jobseeker benefit, over 86 thousand finding work in the last year
The Social Development Minister believes the latest Jobseeker numbers prove employers are keen to take on people on benefits. Latest MSD data shows a 1.9% increase year-on-year in people receiving the main benefit at the end of June. 12.8% of the working-age population is drawing on the main benefit – up from 12.6% a year ago. Minister Louise Upston told Mike Hosking 86,000 peopl
Mike's Minute: The beat-up of the week
The beltway beat-up of the week goes to the seemingly ongoing fascination over the missing paperwork and the Prime Minister's office when it came to a meeting between Z Energy and their concerns over Mike Smith's court case involving polluters and climate cost. Mike Smith called "conspiracy" and you don’t, sadly, need to do a lot more than that to get half the media fizzing over a scandal fo
Enda Brady: UK Correspondent on the England v Argentina FIFA World Cup Match, Sir Keir Starmer's final speech as Prime Minister
Sir Keir Starmer has delivered his final goodbye to Parliament as British Prime Minister. Speaking during an emotional final Question time, Starmer declared it the end of his political journey. He announced his resignation last month after mounting pressure from within his Labour government. UK Correspondent Enda Brady told Mike Hosking that Andy Burnham, Starmer’s replacement,
Martin Glynn: AA Transport Policy Director on the survey finding Kiwis spend around 300 hours driving each year
Kiwis are spending around 300 hours in their car every year, according to a new survey. The study, carried out by Autotrader in the UK, ranked 15 countries based on how much time motorists spent behind the wheel over the span of a year. New Zealand ranked seventh, with the average Kiwi spending just under six hours in their car each week. AA Transport Policy Director Martin Glynn
Simon Watts: Local Government Minister on National urging Labour to take a clear stance on rates caps
National says Labour must take a clear stance on rates caps, with the Government planning to introduce legislation before the election. Labour's Chris Hipkins has told Newstalk ZB his party's yet to decide on a position. He says the policy is "good retail politics" but adds councils will need ways to fund core services. Local Government Minister Simon Watts told Mike Hosking they
Roger Tuivasa-Sheck: Warriors player on moving into presenting after an injury cut his final season short
Roger Tuivasa-Sheck is in high spirits despite a less than optimal end to his final season with the Warriors. The 32-year-old suffered an ACL injury in the opening minutes of the away game against the St George Illawarra Dragons in May, taking him out of the season. But instead of sitting on the sidelines, he’s teamed up with Sky to be their expert analysis for the rest of the season,
Full Show Podcast: 16 July 2026
On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Thursday 16th of July, Biosecurity Minister Andrew Hoggard provides an update after the H5N1 bird flu strain was found on our shores. Air NZ’s Kate Boyer discusses their latest numbers around take-off and landing amidst cancellations for fog and weather. And Roger Tuivasa-Sheck talks of his move into the media following his injury, th
Glenn Dobson: Drug Detection Agency CEO on the increasing number of positive cocaine and amphetamine results in workplace testing
Class A drug use is soaring in New Zealand. The Drug Detection Agency's latest workplace testing results show amphetamines are increasingly showing up, making up 32.7% of positive results nationwide – rising to 44% in Southland. The use of cocaine specifically is also increasing, with positive tests up 68.5% year on year and a 375.8% increase in Canterbury. Chief Executive Glenn
Ana Azevedo: Latin America New Zealand Business Council Executive Officer on the Future of Investment and Trade Partnership meeting
This week sees New Zealand host one of its most significant international trade meetings in two decades. Auckland is hosting the Future of Investment and Trade Partnership meeting, which brings together 10 ministers and 100 delegates from 21 different countries. The intention is to reduce barriers and boost trade – particularly for small and medium-sized economies. Latin America
Andrew Hoggard: Biosecurity Minister on the first case of H5N1 bird flu found in New Zealand, efforts to mitigate the impact
Preparations to protect our native wildlife against bird flu are said to be well in hand. A seabird found on Wellington's Petone Beach last week tested positive for the H5N1 strain. There's no evidence of widespread transmission, but it's considered inevitable New Zealand will have to learn to live with it. New Zealand's one of the last countries the disease has reached. Bi
Kate Boyer: Air NZ Ground and In-Flight Chief Operations Officer on rebuilding trust, the increasing number of flights arriving on time
Air New Zealand says it's working hard to rebuild trust in the regions. The airline says 86% of flights arrived within 15 minutes of schedule last month, up from just over 78% a year ago. Analytics company OAG rated the airline at just over 84% for June, including cancellations. Ground and In-Flight Chief Operations Officer Kate Boyer told Mike Hosking customers don't care about
Mike's Minute: Why I like Paul Henry in politics
Paul Henry and I go back a long way. Decades in fact. He used to read news on a show of mine. I can't say I saw politics in his future, but then I can't say I could have ruled it out either. And why not him? He's retired, he could be bored, or he could be driven to make a contribution, if hanging out in Wellington is a contribution you want to make. He is good fun, he is bright,
Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the latest from the US-Iran war, US plans to resume blockade in the Hormuz Strait
US ships are preparing to block Iran's ports as both sides continue to trade strikes. Donald Trump's abandoned his earlier threat of a 20% fee on cargo passing through the Strait of Hormuz, saying it will be replaced by trade deals with Gulf states. The global oil price benchmark Brent Crude is hovering around US$85 – one of its highest points in a month. US Correspondent Richard
Pollies: National's Mark Mitchell and Labour's Ginny Andersen discuss Paul Henry standing for ACT, The Opportunity Party
Today on Politics Wednesday Mark Mitchell and Ginny Andersen joined Mike Hosking to delve into some of the biggest stories of the week thus far. ACT has announced Paul Henry as a candidate in this year’s election – do they have any advice for the former broadcaster? And the Opportunity Party’s popularity has been growing – do they have a shot at making it into government this year?&nbs
Full Show Podcast: 15 July 2026
On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 15th of July, have global fuel worries spiked —again— amid the latest flip-flopping from the US? Paul Henry is the highest-profile name to announce his political run —joining ACT— so Mike puts an old friend through his paces. Mark Mitchell and Ginny Andersen discuss the celeb power in politics and the Opportunity Party’s cha
Graham Leaming: Skellerup CEO on the company lifting its full-year profit outlook based on strong US demand
Another positive sign for the economy. Kiwi manufacturer Skellerup —who makes everything from gumboots to industrial rubber products— has lifted its annual profit forecast to as much as $65 million. They credit stronger than expected US demand for the increase. CEO Graham Leaming told Mike Hosking they thought tariffs and the conflict in the Middle East might drive inflation and
Grant Webster: Tourism Holdings Limited CEO on the small dip in international arrivals, ongoing growth
It's thought a small dip in international visitors is nothing to worry about. International arrivals fell 1.8% between April and May, but remain 6.7% higher than a year ago. Australia and China continue to be New Zealand's biggest visitor markets, despite fewer arrivals from the UK and the United States. Tourism Holdings Limited chief executive Grant Webster told Mike Hosking tou
Paul Spoonley: Massey University Sociologist on the evidence showing the number of Kiwis moving to Australia is falling
There’s more evidence the mass exodus to Australia appears to be turning a corner. Latest Stats NZ figures show net migration from New Zealand to Australia last year was down 8.4% compared to the year before. Newstalk ZB analysis of official Australian data has revealed a similar trend. Massey University sociologist Paul Spoonley told Mike Hosking there's a feeling the tide is tu
Paul Henry: Former Broadcaster on his decision to stand for ACT in the 2026 election
Paul Henry's promising his desire to instigate change is genuine, and he won't be wasting any time if he makes it into Parliament. The former broadcaster's running as a list MP for the ACT party this election and has expressed his desire to become a minister. Henry told Mike Hosking he knows the work is hard, and not always fun. The 65-year-old says maybe he should have though
Gerard Lyons: Former Chief Advisor to Boris Johnson on the volatile oil prices and impacts of the resumed conflict in the Middle East
There is confidence global economic resilience is growing in response to volatile oil prices and conflict in the Middle East. The US will soon block Iranian ports again, but Donald Trump's abandoned his plan for a 20% fee on cargo passing through the Strait of Hormuz. It comes as the US and Iran continue to trade strikes and oil prices climb to their highest point in a month. Bor
Mike's Minute: Free trade is our calling card
Maybe India said it better than we did. But to be clear, here is what India says: the 5000 Kiwi visas as part of our FTA are about "mobility, not migration". Immigration and mobility of skilled manpower are two different issues altogether. Chief stirrer Winston Peters claims the Indians were not aware of the limits placed on temporary visas – it would appear he is wrong. Ti
Scott Dixon: Kiwi IndyCar driver on his move from Chip Ganassi to Arrow McLaren
Sir Scott Dixon has revealed he sat on an IndyCar move for months before deciding to leave his long-time team. The six-time series champion will join rival Arrow McLaren for 2027 on a two-year deal, following a 25th campaign this year with Chip Ganassi. Dixon told Mike Hosking he's kept his current employers in the loop since first toying with a move last September. He says it wa
Richard Allen: Fonterra CEO explains cuts to the 2026/27 Milk Price Forecast
Fonterra's lowered this season's forecast milk payout following the recent drop in global dairy prices. The midpoint has dropped from $9.75 to $9.25 – well below the $9.70 payout currently forecast for last season. Prices at Global Dairy Trade auctions have fallen 11% since the opening forecast was announced in May. Fonterra CEO Richard Allen told Mike Hosking demand has been sof
Full Show Podcast: 14 July 2026
On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 14th of July, it's a morning of knighthoods – Sir John Key looks at our state of economic play after yet another positive economic report for the country and responds to criticism of the India Free Trade Agreement. Sir Ian Mune pays tribute to the life and career of Sir Sam Neill after his passing at 78-years-old. Sir Scott D
Sir Ian Mune: Award-winning Actor and Director pays tribute to the late Sir Sam Neill
The world is mourning Sir Sam Neill – a Kiwi icon who's career spanned more than five decades. The 78-year-old died suddenly in a Sydney hospital after revealing earlier this year he was cancer-free. Neill has more than 150 acting credits to his name, including Jurassic Park, The Piano, and Peaky Blinders. Award-winning actor and director Sir Ian Mune told Mike Hosking their fri
John Key: Former Prime Minister responds to criticism of the India Free Trade Agreement
Sir John Key isn't holding back on what he thinks about critics of the India Free Trade Agreement – like Winston Peters. The New Zealand First Leader has raised fresh concerns about the deal, after Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said New Zealand was committed to investing billions into the Indian economy. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says we've only committed to promoting inve
Shah Aslam: SO Capital CEO on their new partnership with PrivatPort to increase business and premium air travel into and around NZ
Auckland is set to the be the new hub for premium travel with the launch of a private jet headquarters. Swissport’s executive aviation unit, PrivatPort, has signed a deal today with Auckland-based private equity firm SO Capital. It could make business and premium air travel into and around New Zealand easier. SO Capital Chief Executive Shah Aslam told Mike Hosking Air Napier will
Katherine Rich: BusinessNZ CEO on the BNZ Business New Zealand Performance of Services Index showing growth in June
There’s relief after confirmation the economy, at this stage, is headed in the right direction. The latest BNZ-BusinessNZ Performance of Services Index shows the sector —which accounts for most economic activity— grew in June. Good results in transport and storage offset a contraction in hospitality. BusinessNZ Chief Executive Katherine Rich told Mike Hosking this is an importan
Full Show Podcast: 13 July 2026
On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Monday the 13th of July, we've upgraded our relationship with India and Modi, so what does this 'Strategic Partnership' mean for us? David Seymour is the Acting Prime Minister and joins on the Modi visit, the social media ban and why we can't build anything on time or on budget in this country. Jason Pine and Andrew Saville cover of
Commentary Box: Andrew Saville and Jason Pine review the weekend's sport
Andrew Saville and Jason Pine join Mike Hosking to review the Weekend's sport. On the table today: Will Jordan has broken the record for most tries for an All Blacks player. The world cup semi finals are set after some close quarter final games. And Kiwi V8 prodigy Matt Payne is performing well, is he the next SVG? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mike's Minute: National took a credibility hit on roads
What's working for the Government at the moment is the economy. The economy looks like it's coming right, in time to milk it all the way to the election. So the Roads of National Significance reset is what you would loosely call a setback, if not a dead rat. This country has become famous for talking big and doing little, for promising things that never happen. As that reputation built up over man
David Seymour: Deputy Prime Minister says Modi is a cross between a preacher, a new world leader, and Winston Churchill
David Seymour's been left in awe of the Indian Prime Minister's x-factor. Narendra Modi stopped by Auckland on Saturday, attending a series of business, political and community events. He and Chris Luxon agreed to attempt to double two-way trade by 2030. Acting Prime Minister David Seymour told Mike Hosking that he heard Modi speak at a rally, which he attended out of political nerd-ism.&nbs
Alan McDonald: EMA Advocate wants greater security for manufacturing businesses, election outcome irrelevant
The Employers and Manufacturers Association is pushing for a bipartisan approach to business policy ahead of the election. The EMA wants greater certainty for businesses. Including plans for manufacturing, a clear energy future and stable settings. Head of Advocacy Alan McDonald told Mike Hosking that as long as everyone can agree on the major settings, it shouldn't matter which government g
Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on death of former US Senator Lindsey Graham
Long-time US Senator Lindsey Graham has passed away. President Donald Trump said he was saddened by Graham's passing, despite the two having a chequered past. US Correspondent Richard Arnold told Mike Hosking that when Graham was running against Trump, he called him a 'kook, crazy and unfit for office' prior to the 2016 election. However once Trump emerged as the leading candidate, he change
Todd McClay: Trade Minister comments on Modi's visit, trade expectations set by FTA
Trade Minister Todd McClay's praising the success of the Indian Prime Minister's weekend visit. Narendra Modi swept through Auckland on Saturday off the back of our Free Trade Agreement, mapping out a path to 2030 with Prime Minister Chris Luxon. Todd McClay told Mike Hosking that the meetings were positive, and the Government's fulfilled its promise of making a growth in Indian relations, a
Mike's Minute: Labour don't prep for power
You may remember that Morgan McSweeney was one of Keir Starmer's fall guys in the Mandelson scandal. He ran the Labour Party's 2024 campaign that saw Labour land a comparatively small amount of the vote (37%) in exactly the right places to give them a stonking great majority and end 14 years of Tory rule. It ended badly for McSweeney. It's ending badly for Starmer, and a bloke who neve
Enda Brady: UK Correspondent on Reform UK's Nigel Farage triggering a by-election in Clacton amid financial scrutiny
Hard-right politician Nigel Farage is resigning from UK Parliament, only to stand again. The Reform Party Leader's running in the Clacton by-election after triggering a vote when he stood down as MP. He remains under financial scrutiny for not declaring a £5 million gift, but currently only has joke-candidate Count Binface standing in his way. UK Correspondent Enda Brady told M
Mark the Week: The NRL TV deal is a well-told story
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 World Cup: 8/10 Even a person like me who has minimal, if any, interest in football at the best of times is increasingly mesmerised by people like Messi and teams like England. It's why it’s the biggest sport there is. The Reserve Bank: 5/10&nb
Mike's Minute: I'm not convinced the Reserve Bank was right
You can't bag the Monetary Policy Committee. Well, you can, but in this case, you would be fairly churlish. Personally, I would have held, but given the vote was done by consensus I clearly would have been a lone voice. Three hikes are coming, we may get them every other meeting, and we will end up with a cash rate of 3.25%. If you want the glass half full, look at Australi
Wrapping the Week with Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson: All Blacks' travelling kit, kids going barefoot in restaurants, clothing
At the end of a short week, Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson are back with Mike Hosking to Wrap the Week that Was. They discussed the All Blacks’ travelling gear, whether it’s acceptable for kids to go barefoot in restaurants, and what people should actually be wearing in public. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Full Show Podcast: 09 July 2026
On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Thursday 9th of July, Finance Minister Nicola Willis speaks on the Official Cash Rate, and Luke Jacobson tells us how the All Blacks will beat Italy this weekend. Dr Anna Breman explains the Reserve Bank’s decision to raise the OCR by 25 basis points. And Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson discuss the All Blacks’ travelling gear, going to r
Chantelle Cole: NZ on Air's Director of Game Development Sector Rebate on studio revenue increasing 17% in the year to July
Video games are raking in the cash and keeping people employed. NZ on Air-funded studios brought in $829 million in the year to July – 17% more revenue than last year. Those studios also have more than a thousand full-time employees. Director of the Game Development Sector Rebate at New Zealand on Air, Chantelle Cole says we're punching above our weight, with the global averag
Luke Jacobson: All Blacks loose forward ahead of the Nations Championship clash against Italy
The All Blacks continue to fend off the 'easy beat' tag around Italy as they begin final preparations for Saturday's Nations Championship test in Wellington. Loose forward Luke Jacobson told Mike Hosking the Italians are the most improved international side over the past couple of years. He says they’ve tipped up Scotland and England in the Six Nations, and they’re a hugely passionate
Mark Dillon: Five-time New Zealand Ploughing Champion on the NZ team's equipment going missing at sea on the way to the World Ploughing Championships
Our national ploughing team may be at a disadvantage at the World Ploughing Championships in Croatia. The team’s tractors, ploughs, tools, parts, and uniforms have gone missing at sea – ending up in Tasmania. They now have plans to borrow equipment from overseas if it doesn't arrive by the fifth of September. Five-time New Zealand champion, Mark Dillon told Mike Hosking it won't
Anna Breman: Reserve Bank Governor on the decision to raise the Official Cash Rate to 2.5%
The Reserve Bank Governor doesn't want to hinder New Zealand's economic recovery any more than she needs to. Anna Breman has confirmed the first OCR hike in more than three years – lifting it from 2.25% to 2.5%. Former Governor Adrian Orr was open about trying to "engineer" a recession during the last cycle of OCR hikes. Breman told Mike Hosking that's not what she's trying to do
Nicola Willis: Finance Minister on the OCR rise, petrol prices rising due to the US-Iran strikes resuming
The Finance Minister's again reiterating the volatility of oil prices as fighting resumes between the US and Iran. US President Donald Trump's declared the ceasefire is over as both sides accuse the other of breaching the terms of the ceasefire agreement. American forces have hit dozens of Iranian targets, while Iran's fired drones at US bases in response. Finance Minister Nico
Hannah Waddingham and Octavia Spencer: Actresses discuss starring in and the making of ‘Ride or Die’
Two powerhouse actresses are leading one of Prime Video’s next big TV shows. ‘Ride or Die’ is an action comedy about a couple of best friends who have to go on the run after one of them is revealed to be an international assassination. It stars Hannah Waddingham, of ‘Ted Lasso’ fame, and Octavia Spencer, Academy Award winner for ‘The Help’, as Judith Burton and Debbie Claybourne. &nbs
Mike's Minute: Why is Retail NZ calling for tariffs?
It's hard to reconcile but the power of self interest is never to be underestimated. Retail NZ is loving the look of the EU, who this month started a new tariff on cheap goods. It's three euro per package for anything under 150 euros. It's aimed at Temu and co. It's an easy argument to make because who likes Temu? Who likes cheap, nasty, tacky, plastic-y stuff that pollutes
Sophie Moloney: Sky TV CEO on the company securing NRL broadcast rights for another seven years
The NRL is staying on Sky. The television broadcaster has secured the rights for another seven years, starting in 2028 and running through until the end of the 2034 season. The deal is reportedly worth $61 million a year – up to $20 million more than before. Sky TV CEO Sophie Moloney told Mike Hosking that they definitely believed, and this has confirmed, that they are the right
Oliver Hartwich: NZ Initiative Executive Director on their report looking at the progress New Zealand has made since 1970
Questions are circling about how much progress New Zealand's actually made in the years since 1970. An NZ Initiative report suggests it's a mixed bag, with genuine improvements that are largely going unseen alongside stubborn problems that refuse to budge. On the positive side, fewer people are dying on the roads and life expectancy at birth has risen almost 11 years. But on t
Full Show Podcast: 08 July 2026
On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 8th of July, what will happen with the Official Cash Rate? Sky boss Sophie Moloney speaks from Australia after securing the NRL rights in a record deal. Ginny Andersen and Mark Mitchell talk emergency declarations, the perils of door knocking, and whether we might get election fatigue on Politics Wednesday. Get the Mi
Pollies: National's Mark Mitchell and Labour's Ginny Andersen on election campaigning and policy announcements, emergency declarations
A question of if election campaigning has started too early. Political parties have begun to roll out their policies in advance of November’s general election – but are people in engaging with them? Labour’s Ginny Andersen told Mike Hosking there's not a deep analysis of issues – the average person on the street doesn’t know the policies from any parties. She says it’s not relat
Jennifer Mills: Employment specialist on the OECD study raising concerns about the number of jobs covered by restraints of trade
There's concern around restraint of trades being cut and pasted across all levels of the workforce. A new OECD study reveals 43% of the country's employees are covered by them – more than the 14 other countries surveyed. The study notes it's fair for companies to require employees to wait some time before starting work for competitors, but notes some could be going overboard with proh
Will Deneslow: Feature Story News Europe Correspondent on the NATO summit in Turkey
Defence spending's looming large as NATO leaders meet in Turkey for the annual alliance summit. US President Donald Trump's already made headlines, reiterating he'd like the US to control Greenland and his disappointment with the lack of ally support for the Iran war. Our Defence Minister Chris Penk is also heading there for the NATO Defence Industry Forum, and meeting counterparts fro
Stephen Toplis: BNZ Head of Research on the bank expecting a 25 basis point increase to the OCR
It's thought another split vote could be on the cards for today's OCR decision. The Reserve Bank will announce its decision at 2pm. BNZ Head of Research Stephen Toplis expects a 25 basis point increase, taking it from 2.25% to 2.5%. He told Mike Hosking the war in Iran has increased uncertainty about the economy's future. Toplis says banks have already priced in three r
Mike's Minute: Why are we waiting for another Covid response?
I read that apparently the Government are about to give a formal response this month to the Covid Inquiry Phase Two report. Brooke van Velden, who drove it, was so concerned about the mistake made around Covid vaccine advice for 12–17-year-olds, and the fact Chris Hipkins said he didn’t see any advice, when in fact he did. She went off to seek advice as to what to do. They told h
Enda Brady: UK Correspondent on Reform UK's Nigel Farage facing media scrutiny over an undeclared gift from George Cottrell
The leader of Reform UK is in hot water over some undeclared financial gifts. Nigel Farage is facing a probe by Parliament’s standards watchdog over a £5 million gift from convicted fraudster George Cottrell. Farage claims he has done no wrongdoing – insisting he followed the rules and is the victim of an “establishment hit job”. UK Correspondent Enda Brady told Mike Hosking he
Full Show Podcast: 07 July 2026
On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 7th of July, should we be worried about China testing a nuclear-capable missile in the South Pacific? And is there actually anything we could do about it? Invest NZ is pushing for $30 billion in investment into data centres, so we got the facts about them from Tech New Zealand’s Graeme Muller. And Hannah Waddingham and Octavia
Gavin Lloyd: Bayleys General Manager of Residential Projects on their investment in bringing branded residences to New Zealand
The country's property sector is opening its doors to establish branded residences. Bayleys Real Estate is facilitating the opportunity for developers to partner with brands. The concept has been successful overseas – with high end fashion brand Bvlgari partnering with a residency in Dubai. General Manager Gavin Lloyd told Mike Hosking they're focusing on Auckland and Queenstown
Paul Goldsmith: Media Minister on the deal between Microsoft and Australian media company Nine
The Media Minister believes it's important to watch the moves made by Australia in its new deal with Microsoft. An agreement's been made between Microsoft and the media company Nine. It'll see the tech giant pay to reference journalists' work from its masthead content, including the Sydney Morning Herald and the Financial Review. Paul Goldsmith told Mike Hosking the first point o
Graeme Muller: Tech New Zealand CEO on Invest New Zealand looking at attracting investment for new data centres
Tech New Zealand is trying to dispel fears about bringing more data centres here. Crown agency Invest New Zealand is looking to attract up to $30 billion in offshore investment in the centres, over five years. We already have 56 of the facilities here – using around 0.6% of our total power. Tech New Zealand Chief Executive Graeme Muller told Mike Hosking he hates hearing that da
