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
Mike's Minute: Of course Luxon ruled out the Opportunity Party
The funny thing about Christopher Luxon ruling out the Opportunity Party was I already thought he had. Or if they hadn't, I assumed they would, so yesterday as I watched came as no surprise. What possible connection is there between a centre-right coalition that extends out to the NZ First nationalism, to the ACT libertarianism, and the National low tax, classic centrist view of the wo
Enda Brady: UK Correspondent on Andy Burnham's first week as PM, Labour surpassing Reform UK in a poll
The appointment of Andy Burnham as UK Prime Minister seems to be having a positive effect on his party. For the first time in over a year, Labour has overtaken Reform UK in a voter intention poll – Labour rising to 28% while Reform dropped to sit on 24%. UK Correspondent Enda Brady told Mike Hosking it’s still very early days for Burnham, but clearly having a more dynamic leader and a
Peter V'Landys: ARLC Chairman and NRL Executive Chairman on the broadcast deal, growth and future of the game
Rugby league is on a roll – due in no small part to the efforts of Peter V’Landys. Since joining the Australian Rugby League Commission in 2018 and taking up the role of ARLC and NRL Chairman in 2019, he’s got quite the list of achievements. V’Landys was behind the Las Vegas expansion, the plan to expand the number of teams involved, and most recently, the $5.3 billion broadcast deal.
Full Show Podcast: 28 July 2026
On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 28th of July, the first report on our national water infrastructure doesn’t paint a pretty picture, and the Government is considering extending the fuel subsidy amid unstable prices. Did you know councils around the country have an art collection worth $1.1 billion? And about two thirds of it isn't even on display? NRL boss P
Tania Tapsell: Rotorua Mayor on the report that finds councils are sitting on $1.1 billion worth of art
Rotorua's mayor believes councils are racking up hefty insurance bills looking after artwork in storage. A Taxpayers' Union report finds councils across the country are sitting on $1.12 billion worth of art. It finds more than 71 thousand art pieces are owned by local government, with only 33% of the works on public display. Mayor Tania Tapsell told Mike Hosking having it in stor
Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on the impact of TikTok on New Zealand's economy
TikTok's proving to be a powerful tool for New Zealand businesses. A new Infometrics report shows the social media platform helped boost the local economy by an estimated $1.2 billion last year. It found more than 670 thousand New Zealanders are visiting restaurants and cafes or making other purchases after discovering them on TikTok. Infometrics Principal Economist Brad Olsen to
Geoff McDonald: Skyline Enterprises CEO on the company's net profits more than doubling in the year to March
Queenstown's famous gondola and luge operator continues to reach new heights. Skyline Enterprises has reported revenue of $239.3 million, up 15%, while net profit more than doubled to $86.1 million in the year to March. International visitor numbers from its key markets have now surpassed pre-Covid 2019 levels. CEO Geoff McDonald told Mike Hosking the Iran conflict is influencing
Shane Jones: Associate Energy Minister on the Government weighing up continuing the fuel subsidy amid unpredictable oil prices
A judgement call's looming from Cabinet on whether it continues temporary fuel support payments. Lower income working families have been receiving $50 a week since April, in response to unpredictable fuel prices. It was due to be in place for a year or until the price of a litre of 91-octane petrol held below $3 for four weeks – this is being reviewed as the threshold nears. Asso
Sara McFall: Water Services Authority Head of Systems, Strategy and Performance on the report finding severe pressures on our water infrastructure
There’s some optimism for the country's water future despite a bleak report into our infrastructure. The Water Services Authority's third annual Network Environmental Performance Report finds there's an average 31 wastewater overflows a day. It also finds about 15% of assessed drinking and wastewater pipes are in poor condition. The authority's Sara McFall told Mike Hosking in
Mike's Minute: We need to recognise the legacy of Bill Birch
I was a bit deflated a couple of Fridays ago when the news of the passing of Bill Birch came through. His life contribution and story barely got a mention. But I felt better this last Friday when at least his funeral got much better coverage. I haven't really been able to work out whether today's treatment of the passing of some of our more influential figures has changed because of a lack of reso
Full Show Podcast: 27 July 2026
On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Monday the 27th of July, Nicola Willis speaks on the new policy to extend paid parental leave. The Prime Minister speaks on monthly inflation reporting, the new tariff levied on us and the Golden Bay Cement decision. Andrew Saville and Jason Pine talk Hamish Kerr pulling out of the Comm Games, the Warriors bad loss, F1 and the All Blacks naming.
Commentary Box: Andrew Saville and Jason Pine talk Hamish Kerr, Lebron James and Tottenham v Auckland FC
Andrew Saville and Jason Pine join Mike Hosking to review the weekend's sport. On the table today: Olympic champion Hamish Kerr has withdrawn from the Commonwealth Games. Basketball legend Lebron James has said he wants to play for the 76ers, while living in New York. And Tottenham have beaten Auckland FC 2-0 at Eden Park. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor
Nick Leggett: Chief Executive on Infrastructure NZ on Greens' anti-data centre policy
An infrastructure advocate says the introduction of new AI data centres requires careful consideration. The Green Party wants a one-year pause on new centres, while rules for the industry are developed. It says the already consented facility in Southland is expected to use about 6% of the country's total electricity supply. Infrastructure New Zealand Chief Executive Nick Leggett told Mike Ho
Christopher Luxon: Prime Minister talks GDP, Tariffs, Data Centres
The Prime Minister has responded to the US hitting New Zealand with 12.5% tariffs. Despite the tariffs already facing scrutiny from US courts, Kiwi exporters are preparing to bare the brunt of the raised tariff. Christopher Luxon told Mike Hosking that, "it's purely a play to find another avenue to open up the 12.5% tariffs when the Supreme Court came back with a negative ruling" Donal
Prof. Claire Matthews: Head of the School for Accountancy, Economics and Finance at Massey University on FMA report
A banking expert believes there's enough competition as it is, between the country's eight largest banks. The Financial Markets Authority's found all but one lifted floating mortgage rates 25 basis points after the OCR rose by the same amount this month. The average bank lifted its savings rates by only 17 basis points. Massey University's Claire Matthews told Mike Hosking that there's alway
Nicola Willis: Finance Minister responds to criticism over paid parental leave policy
The Finance Minister says changes to paid parental leave weren't in the coalition agreement for the current government. The National Party is promising to extend paid parental leave to 30 weeks by 2029 if re-elected, with further increases possible if finances allow. It would also allow parents more flexibility to share, or take leave at the same time. Nicola Willis told Mike Hosking that the chan
Chris Small: ABC Business Sales Managing Director says businesses are selling like hot-cakes
New Zealand businesses are selling like hot-cakes. ABC Business Sales' latest report shows there were 503 completed sales over the last 12 months, up 19 percent on the year before. The business broker says New Zealand is still in a seller's market with an average of 34 buyers per new business listing. Managing Director Chris Small says they're sending out huge numbers of confidentialit
Mark the Week: Ryan Fox's win is my sport highlight of the year
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. Two Paddocks: 8/10 Sales through the roof, a nice tribute, and good business. Here's to Sam. NZ First: 3/10 Not their best week. $1 billion we don’t have to map an area that may or may not have anything in it? That's got "go nowhere” written all ove
Mike's Minute: If you're an MP, avoid the dumb brigade
Under normal circumstances, if I was a Prime Minister, I'd avoid the dumb brigade. In general terms they preside in music radio and/or on podcast platforms. It is the arena of numbnut behaviour, it's always a trap. Anthony Albanese found this out a few weeks ago when he was offered an option of who to shag or marry and ended up bumbling through an answer that suggested he would s
Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on oil prices surpassing US$100 a barrel as conflict in the Middle East escalates
The price of oil has surpassed US$100 a barrel for the first time since May. It comes after Yemen's Houthi rebels targeted Saudi Arabian ships in the Red Sea – threatening to cut off a crucial route for the kingdom's oil exports. Meanwhile, the US has carried out its 12th consecutive night of strikes on Iran. US Correspondent Richard Arnold told Mike Hosking financial gro
Wrapping the Week with Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson: Commonwealth Games, Stuart Nash, Paul Henry
Friday has arrived, which means it’s time for Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson to Wrap the Week that Was with Mike Hosking. They discussed the Commonwealth Games, which have officially gotten underway, Stuart Nash and the comments that lead to him resigning from NZ First, and Labour’s response to Paul Henry’s answer in a game of ‘shoot, shad, marry’ on Radio Hauraki. LISTEN ABOVE See
Nigel Avery: New Zealand's Chef de Mission on the Glasgow Commonwealth Games officially getting underway
The Commonwealth Games in Glasgow are officially underway. New Zealand's scaled back team of 114 athletes have been welcomed at an opening ceremony, led by flag bearing weightlifter David Liti and baton bearing judoka Moira de Villiers. The country returned 50 medals at Birmingham four years ago, 20 of them gold. Chef de Mission Nigel Avery told Mike Hosking he doesn’t have a med
Full Show Podcast: 24 July 2026
On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Friday 24th of July, NZ’s Chef de Mission Nigel Avery speaks on the Commonwealth Games from Glasgow. Netball NZ Chair Alastair Carruthers discusses the sad state of the organisation’s finances and poor viewing numbers – so what is the future of the sport? Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson talk the Commonwealth Games, emojis telling you to
Alastair Carruthers: Netball NZ Board Chair on the ANZ Premiership recording a loss of $3.7m in 2026
Despite attracting its biggest television audience in years, the ANZ Premiership is set to record a significant loss of around $3.7 million in 2026, casting further doubt over the future of New Zealand’s domestic netball competition. Netball New Zealand board chair Alastair Carruthers said the shortfall would be covered by the organisation’s cash reserves, but warned that approach could not
Nick Becker: Auckland FC CEO on the upcoming exhibition clash between Auckland FC and Tottenham Hotspur
One of England's biggest football clubs is set to create one of New Zealand's biggest football spectacles. More than 40 thousand tickets have been sold to Sunday's exhibition match between Tottenham Hotspur and Auckland FC at Eden Park. International stars like James Maddison, Richarlison, and Andy Robertson are all set to take the field. Auckland FC CEO Nick Becker told Mike Hos
Lee Marshall: Motor Trade Association CEO on Fiat pulling its electric vehicles out of the Australian and New Zealand markets
It's thought that new entrant cars are putting pressure on incumbent vehicles already on the market. Italian car manufacture Fiat has pulled its electric stock out of the New Zealand and Australian market. It's not restocking the fully electric 500e and Abarth 500e while it evaluates future product opportunities. Motor Trade Association CEO Lee Marshall told Mike Hosking
Andy Bowley: Forsyth Barr Head of Research on the new Western Sydney Airport's impact on the Trans-Tasman aviation market
There’s a view the Trans-Tasman aviation market won't be completely shaken up by the new Western Sydney Airport. It opens on October 25th, and Air New Zealand is one of the airlines that’ll be using it – flying three times a week out of Auckland. Forsyth Barr Head of Research, Andy Bowley told Mike Hosking it will attract some operators, but thinks the majority will still go through th
Scott Simpson: Statistics Minister on Stats NZ rolling out monthly inflation reporting next year
New Zealand is bringing its inflation reporting into the modern era. People will be able to access the data monthly from July next year, as part of a major upgrade to the country’s economic statistics. Stats NZ says the move provides a more current view of price changes across the economy, rather than it being reported every quarter. Statistics Minister Scott Simpson told Mike
Mike's Minute: We aren't prepared to pay the climate price
Almost on cue, the Climate Commission has entered this week's climate debate and told us we are at risk of missing our targets. This isn't to do with Golden Bay Cement specifically. It's generally about the fact that we have mucked about with rules and promises and things slowed down to a point they have decided we need to "crack on". Part of their statement to incentivise is the sugge
Laurie Daley: New South Wales Blues Coach on NZ hosting its first State of Origin match next season
New South Wales league coach Laurie Daley believes players and fans on both sides of the Tasman will jump at the chance to experience State of Origin in New Zealand. Game two of next year's series is at Auckland's Eden Park. Daley told Mike Hosking it’s such an iconic venue, so for the players to experience that and for Kiwis to experience Australia’s greatest sporting product, it’s ex
Michael Witbrock: Auckland University Professor of Computer Science on the OpenAI model autonomously hacking a competitor's server
It’s unclear what regulation would be helpful as AI’s become increasingly powerful. Open AI says one of their servers has hacked into a competitor's server – without a human asking it to. Serious concerns are now being raised about how quickly the systems are being created and implemented. Auckland University Professor of Computer Science Michael Witbrock told Mike Hosking it's
Full Show Podcast: 23 July 2026
On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Thursday 23rd of July, more strife for Netball NZ as the three teams they own have been told their contracts won't be renewed. Air NZ CEO Nikhil Ravishankar gives an update on the business after the price of jet fuel increased, again, but the engine issues that plagued the company seem to be behind us. NSW winning State of Origin coac
Kelvin Davidson: Cotality Chief Property Economist on property sales falling 4% in June, marking six months of declining activity
Buyers are becoming more cautious in New Zealand’s housing market. Cotality's Monthly Housing Chart shows property sales fell 4% in June compared with a year ago, marking six straight months of declining activity. It finds first home buyers remain one of the most active buyer groups, while activity from mortgaged multiple property owners has eased. Cotality Chief Property Economi
Maia Wilson: Northern Mystics shooter on the Netball NZ-owned ANZ Premiership teams being told their contracts won't be renewed
Concern from Mystics shooter Maia Wilson after the latest blow delivered to three Netball New Zealand-owned ANZ Premiership franchises. Staff at the Stars, Magic, and Tactix have been told their contracts will not be renewed. The implication to players remains unclear, as does the competition's future. Wilson told Mike Hosking the Players Association is trying to get into the bar
James Fuller: Hnry Co-founder on the rising number of people choosing self-employment
More people are becoming self-employed. A Self Employment Report released by Hnry and the Simplicity Research Hub shows they produce 17% of the country's GDP. That's around $78 billion per year – expanding faster than the total GDP per year. Co-founder of Hnry, James Fuller told Mike Hosking the security of having control of your own finances is appealing. He says they're
Nikhil Ravishankar: Air New Zealand CEO on the increased cost of jet fuel, engine troubles, future plans
A fresh fuel challenge for Air New Zealand. CEO Nikhil Ravishankar says he's woken up to a 4.1% overnight increase in the cost of jet fuel. He says it's due to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Navy claiming it has absolute control over the Strait of Hormuz. Ravishankar told Mike Hosking despite this, there'll be no disruptions to flights through October. He says the quest
Nadine Gray: Health New Zealand Chief Nurse on the organisation meeting its nursing target with 1800 roles offered to graduates
Health New Zealand is celebrating meeting its nursing target, with 1800 roles being offered to graduates over the next year. The organisation says there's a wide range of opportunities across the country – including at hospitals and with primary, aged, and community providers. It says this is essential to building a sustainable long-term workforce across the health sector. Chi
Mike's Minute: I don't blame Hipkins for having a crack, but tell him he's dreaming
I don’t blame Hipkins for having a crack, but tell him he's dreaming. Having closed, or at least announced they are closing off, the absurd deals between local councils and Māori, once they get the new RMA laws up Hipkins suggests that this will lead to a lot of renegotiation of Treaty settlements. It will do no such thing. You know why? Because it might just be that this Governm
Pollies: National's Mark Mitchell and Labour's Ginny Andersen talk the Golden Bay Cement bailout, RMA reforms, Question Time
Labour says the Government's scrapping of iwi-council partnerships will likely cause more friction. The newest Resource Management Act reforms aim to throw out any existing deals between councils and iwi, and prevent more from being signed. The Government argues these agreements have become out-of-scope – giving unelected officials a position at the decision-making table.  
Full Show Podcast: 22 July 2026
On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 22nd of July, Finance Minister Nicola Willis discusses inflation and the bailout for Golden Bay Cement. TVNZ CEO Jodi O'Donnell speaks on their FIFA World Cup streaming numbers and what’s to come in the future, and comments on the decision to put a 16 minute World Cup package at the top of the 6pm news over Ryan Fox's major win.&n
Jodi O'Donnell: TVNZ CEO on the success of their 2026 FIFA World Cup coverage, securing the 2030 broadcast and streaming rights
TVNZ have secured the exclusive broadcast and streaming rights to the next men's FIFA World Cup in 2030. They've announced the news on the back of declaring the hybrid free-to-air and pay model used for this year's tournament a success. This week's final reached 761 thousand New Zealanders, while the All Whites coverage was viewed by more than a million people. TVNZ CEO Jodi O’Do
Alistair Young: Avocado Growers' Association Chair on the changing markets, growing Asian demand for our avocado exports
Demand for New Zealand avocados is changing, with growth now less reliant on our trans-Tasman neighbour. Rabobank's latest exports report found exports in the latest season reached more than 3.4 million trays – down 9% due to wind damage. Exports to our biggest market —Australia— are dropping, while shipments to Asian markets are booming, with South Korea up 70%. Avocado Growe
Steve McCracken: Secondary Principals' Council Chair on the increase in NCEA exam support requests
More students are needing extra help while sitting their NCEA exams, new data shows. NZQA data shows Special Assessment Condition applications have tripled in the past decade, with more than 23 thousand last year. The support can include extra time or rest breaks for students with learning or mental health needs. Secondary Principals' Council chair Steve McCracken told Mike Hoski
Josie Vidal: New Zealand Minerals Council CEO on exports increasing from $1.46 billion in 2023 to $2.5 billion this year
The Government's celebrating strong momentum in the minerals sector. A one-year review of the Government's Minerals Strategy shows exports have climbed from $1.46 billion in 2023 to about $2.5 billion this year. Gold production and employment have also grown, with more than $30 million in royalties expected this financial year. Minerals Council Chief Executive Josie Vidal told M
Nicola Willis: Finance Minister on annual inflation hitting 4.1% driven by a surge in fuel prices and rise in electricity bills
The Finance Minister expects to see power prices start easing "soon". Inflation's hit a two-year high of 4.1%. It's been driven not only by the surge in global petrol and diesel prices thanks to the war in Iran, but also the 12% annual rise in household electricity bills. Nicola Willis told Mike Hosking the increase in power generation is pushing down commercial power prices and
Mike's Minute: So many questions around the Govt's cement bailout
Nicola Willis told us she did not take the decision lightly, and well, she might have said that. She's lucky it's only cost $60 million. We still don’t know the terms, but we need to. This is Golden Bay Cement, and the Government has come to their rescue. Without this help, allegedly, they would have closed. There is only one supplier in the country – this in and of itself
Enda Brady: UK Correspondent on Andy Burnham becoming the new UK Prime Minister
A new era of British politics has arrived at Downing Street with Andy Burnham vowing to put people before politics. The former Manchester Mayor and Labour cabinet minister has become Britain's fifth leader in four years, replacing Sir Keir Starmer. He wants to make politics more about problem-solving than point-scoring – taking power out of government and putting it into the hands of t
Ryan Fox: Kiwi golfer on his first major win at the Open at Royal Birkdale
Weary from a sleepless night of celebrations, golfer Ryan Fox is still coming to grips with his Open Championship victory. Fox has joined Michael Campbell, Sir Bob Charles, and Dame Lydia Ko in winning a golf major, holding his nerve to win The Open at Royal Birkdale and pocketing $5.5 million. He has returned to his Florida base, having hauled both the Claret Jug and a replica across
Full Show Podcast: 21 July 2026
On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 21st of July, we hear from the political commentator Adam Boulton as Andy Burnham becomes the UK’s new Prime Minister – the seventh in a decade. RMA Reform Minister Chris Bishop speaks on the scrapping of iwi-council deals in the new system, and the Government’s bailout for Golden Bay Cement. And Open champion Ryan Fox joins
Emma Higgins: Rabobank Senior Agricultural Analyst on New Zealand holding its position as the world's largest single-country dairy exporter
New Zealand's milking it in the dairy market, holding our place as the world’s largest single-country dairy exporter. Rabobank’s World Dairy Map shows we accounted for 22.1% of global exports last year. It highlights global dairy trade grew by 11% across this time frame. Rabobank Senior Agricultural Analyst Emma Higgins told Mike Hosking that China is still the biggest customer i
Mike Jones: BNZ Chief Economist on inflation being expected to hit 4% in latest figures
There's cautious optimism from economists that inflation will start falling after today. Stats NZ is releasing CPI figures for the June quarter later this morning, which is expected to largely reflect the impact of the Iran war, along with other cost pressures like rates and utility costs. Economists expect it surge to somewhere around 4%. BNZ Chief Economist Mike Jones told Mik
Chris Bishop: RMA Reform Minister on the scrapping of Mana Whakahono ā Rohe in the new system in favour of identifying sites of cultural significance
The RMA Reform Minister says there's been a "mad rush" for councils and iwi to secure deals before the concept is scrapped. The Government had initially planned for the Mana Whakahono ā Rohe to be transferred to the new Resource Management Act system. But that will no longer be the case, the Government arguing these agreements have become out-of-scope and unfit for purpose. Mi
Adam Boulton: UK Political Commentator on Andy Burnham becoming the UK's seventh Prime Minister in a decade, John Healey chosen as Chancellor
Andy Burnham's arrival at Number 10 Downing St is being seen as a big shift for Britain. The former Manchester Mayor and Labour cabinet minister has become the UK's seventh Prime Minister in a decade. He's replaced Sir Keir Starmer, who resigned after a collapse in public support. UK political commentator Adam Boulton told Mike Hosking Burnham's cabinet appointments so far bring
Sarah Kennedy: Calocurb CEO on the research into a natural alternative to Ozempic
A New Zealand clinical study's found plant-based weight loss alternatives can stimulate the same hormones targeted by the likes of Ozempic and Wegovy. Calocurb researchers say participants lost an average of nearly four kilos over six months, compared with less than half a kilo for those taking a placebo. The natural GLP-1 activator is made from Kiwi hops and vegetable oil and is desig
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
