On Point

The attempt to silence Joe Rogan in recent days raises many more worrying questions of where our society is headed in terms of free speech and expression.  In this podcast I discuss why it’s ok to be wrong and talk about what a more rational response looks like.

Former Deputy Prime Minister of Australia John Anderson joins me on the podcast 🇦🇺 🇳🇿 Join our discussion as we consider 'woke-ism', cancel culture, and freedoms and rights

Lots of people talk about the ‘separation of church and state’, yet very few actually seem to understand what this actually means.  In this podcast, I delve into what this separation means, how it goes both ways, and how the phrase is often used to simply shut down debate.  Tune in

Division is increasing in New Zealand.  I discussed this in parliament, but in this podcast I dive deeper illustrating how division is being deliberately sought along with the scapegoating of certain groups.  I also explain why I think this is happening – not just the current catalysts, but the end game being played.

Special episode: My speech in parliament on the government's use of emotionalism over reason – fear and not proportionality.

Euthanasia and Assisted Suicide is about to become a reality in a few days.  I talk with Professor Rod MacLeod, one of New Zealand’s foremost experts in palliative care and medicine, about what this all means.

Join me as I talk with Canadian MP, Garnett Genius, as we talk China, AUKUS, and the recent Canadian elections.  Garnett is making waves in foreign affairs so check out this latest podcast to find out why.

Join me as I talk with journalist and founder of The Platform, Sean Plunket.  We talk about the state of the media today, the issues developing in reporting, and the critical need to have a wider range of voices and views.

I welcome back Sunil Sharma from Conservative Friends of the Commonwealth to talk through what is happening currently in the United Kingdom since ‘Freedom Day’.  We also talk about the death of Sir David Amess and the happenings of the recent UK Conservative Conference.

An important podcast as we talk sex, gender, and modern feminism.  Join me as I talk with Beth Johnson from Speak Up for Women – a podcast not to be missed.

Join National MPs Simon O'Connor and Christopher Luxon for a live discussion on the Government's controversial Three Waters reforms proposal.

Talking everything AUKUS with my friend Senator James Paterson.  Join us for this special episode of On Point as we discuss why AUKUS has come about – what it means for Australia, New Zealand and the wider Pacific Region.

We hear a lot of about conservatism, but what do you really know about this world view?  Media and others present it one way but show no real understanding.  So join me and Brendan Malone as we discuss what genuine conservatism is and how it is a great philosophy to engage life and politics.

Join me and Denis Gianoutsos – host of the ‘Leadership is Changing’ podcast and business coach – to talk about what makes for effective leadership and teamwork in today’s challenging world.

Let’s talk blasphemy!  A few years ago, New Zealand rightly removed blasphemy laws, but now we are seeing new forms of ‘secular blasphemy' developing – topics that cannot be discussed and words that cannot be used. Join me and Alex Penk, independent researcher and writer, as we discuss this and more thought provoking issues.

Bob Narev and his wife Freda are both survivors of the Holocaust.  I sit down with Bob to hear their stories, including his time in Terezin (Theresienstadt) concentration camp.  We discuss why memory of the Holocaust is important today and what lessons should we learn.  Tune in to this very special and emotional podcast.

Join me as I talk with Bob McCoskrie from Family First New Zealand about the importance of parental rights. We discuss a number of recent examples of these rights being challenged – and ask the important question: why should the State decide what's good for your child, rather than yourself?

You won't want to miss my podcast with Professor Paul Moon – where we dive into current issues on hate speech, separatism, as well as the importance of learning from history, and much more. 

Join me as I talk to the Chief Executive of Shakespeare Globe Centre NZ, Dawn Sanders ONZM QSM, about how Shakespeare in New Zealand is shaping and changing lives.  You will also find out my favourite Shakespearian play and quote!

Three big topics in recent weeks, so tune into my latest podcast with National Spokesperson from Police and Corrections Simeon Brown MP for a discussion on what's happening – and reflections on the government’s inaction.

Join me as I talk with Sunil Sharma of Conservative Friends Of The Commonwealth. We discuss ‘Freedom Day’ in the UK, the growing issues with identity politics, and how the commonwealth brings countries together in an increasingly divided world.  This and much more.

Join me as I talk with Australian Senator James Paterson the Chair of the Parliamentary Joint Committee on Intelligence and Security. We talk about his committee’s important work around foreign interference, including in the universities, and compare notes of what each of us has seen and experienced in Australia and New Zealand respectively. For good measure, we also discuss terrorist organisation...

Would you believe it if I told you that during a recent meeting on counter terrorism and violent extremism in New Zealand – support was vocalised for terrorist groups such as Hezbollah?  Or, that a representative of the Jewish community was shouted down by protestors?  I talk with Juliet Moses – lawyer and spokesperson for the NZ Jewish Council about her experience and what this says abo...

Racism and control. Both can be seen as controversial topics these days – and therefore even more that we talk about them. In this podcast, I breakdown some of the dynamics in play by many crying ‘racism’ and seeking to develop more control of what we read, hear, and see.

In recent weeks, locals have been raising with me the issue of modern slavery in New Zealand – goods like clothes, toys, and electronics that come into our country made by forced or child labour. World Vision and Trade Aid, along with many New Zealand businesses, are calling for legislation to be introduced and this is something I am exploring. Join me as I talk with Grant Bayldon, National Direct...