Early Edition with Ryan Bridge

After days of mounting pressure, the Archbishop of Canterbury is stepping down over his handling of abuse allegations.  Justin Welby —the leader of the Anglican Church— has been under fire following the release of a report into abuser John Smyth.  Smyth, who is believed to be the most prolific child abuser associated with the Anglican Church, died in 2018 without facing justice.  Co...

Commuter chaos.  It's one of the prices we must pay for living in a democracy.  I know this won't be popular with Aucklanders this morning or others around the country where this hīkoi is heading, but it's a cost we must bear.  They're closing two lanes of the Harbour Bridge this morning, and if you've got kids getting to an NCEA exam, then you will be fuming about this.  But l...

On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 13th of November, the Auditor General's report into last year's election has been released. The results have prompted ACT MP Todd Stephenson to call for an end to the broadcast allocation that sees taxpayer money used for television and radio campaign advertisements.  Traffic chaos could be on the way for Auckland with the...

The Australian Government is pushing ahead with regulating of social media and AI, despite the incoming Trump administration's opposition to both.  It's in the process of developing "guardrails" for high-risk uses of AI.  Donald Trump is promising to repeal American regulation of AI, claiming it hinders innovation and imposes radical left-wing ideas.  But Correspondent Donna Demaio...

Survivors are hoping the Government won’t stuff it up when it comes to the abuse-in-care reparations.  Abuse survivor Jim Goodwin says the Government's apology is a huge moment for many people.  But, he told Ryan Bridge, today's words will need to be followed through with actions.  Goodwin says he's worried about how the Government will provide support for survivors and what they'll...

Who's got a trillion dollars to spare this morning?  That's the value of our new climate change tab from COP29 – the climate change conference.  This year all the officials, the politicians, the experts, the industry, every man and his dog, has flown to Azerbaijan to lecture everybody not in the room about climate change.  And they're already cranking the classics through the stage:...

Fonterra is expected to receive global interest when it sells off some of its most well-known brands.  The dairy giant has confirmed plans to sell its consumer arm, including brands like Anchor, Mainland Cheese, and Kapiti Ice Cream.  The sale could bring in up to $3 billion.  Forsyth Barr Senior Analyst Matt Montgomerie told Ryan Bridge he expects large dairy companies like Nestle...

It's hoped today's Cup Day in Christchurch will be bigger —and better-behaved— than in years before.  Addington Raceway is reporting higher ticket sales after slashing general admission ticket prices from $40 to just $25.  Christchurch City Councillor Jake McLellan says the event is huge for Canterbury's economy.  He told Ryan Bridge he hopes everyone will keep their behaviour in ch...

On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 12th of November, it's a big day in the capital as the Government is set to deliver the national apology to survivors of abuse in care. Survivor Jim Goodwin speaks to Ryan ahead of the apology.  Fonterra is selling its consumer products businesses – why, and how much would it cost? Forsyth Barr Senior Analyst Matt Montgomerie...

Tens of thousands of people are expected to join a nine-day hīkoi, which has left from Cape Reinga bound for Parliament.  It will follow the route taken by Dame Whina Cooper in the 1975 Māori land march.  The Act Party leader says he hasn't got any extra security, and doesn't think he will need it.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Since 2021, there have been nearly 96,000 new cases of diabetes in New Zealand - bringing the total to 324,000.  Diabetes NZ says this is a "worst case scenario" which will only get worse.  CEO of Diabetes NZ Heather Verry joins Ryan Bridge with more.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Monday 11th November 2024, David Seymour talks ahead of the planned hikoi against his Treaty Principles Bill. Diabetes is on a rapid rise in New Zealand, Diabetes NZ CEO Heather Very shares her concerns on the latest statistics. Ryan vents about what has him riled up this Monday including questioning how slow is too slow in a 110km zone,...

Labour's questioning the Government's decision to bring forward the introduction of the Treaty Principles Bill.  The bill was introduced to the House yesterday ahead of its first reading next week.  If adopted, it would set treaty principles into law to be used when interpreting legislation.  Labour's Justice Spokesperson, Duncan Webb, told Ryan Bridge that introducing the bill 11 d...

The meat sector is bracing for the impact of a Donald Trump presidency.  The President-Elect has campaigned on tariffs of up to 20% on all imports, with higher tariffs for imports from China.  The US is our largest market for red meat.  Meat Industry Association Chair Nathan Guy told Ryan Bridge the tariff plan will hit the sector pretty hard.  He says it will hit US consumers...

Rosemary Banks – remember that name. She now has one of the most important jobs for New Zealand – a potentially $2 billion job. She's woman in Washington DC, our ambassador to the United States. Her mission: get us an exemption from Trump's tariffs. The scale of the problem: massive. Early estimates show that at 20% it could cost us $1.7 billion every year. Total exports currently $8.8 billion. It...

On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Friday 8th of November, what could Trump tariffs mean for our red meat industry? Nathan Guy from the Meat Industry Association speaks to Ryan.  New details on the Treaty Principals Bill which has been introduced to Parliament. Labour's Duncan Webb joins the show to discuss.  Can the All Blacks win against Ireland this weekend? N...

On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Thursday 7th of November, in a historic win - Donald Trump is set to head back to the White House for a second term. Former Prime Minister John Key talks to Ryan about why a Trump victory is good for the economy.  Famous Election Analyst Sean Trende discusses the win for Trump and Republicans, who are set to take back control of the...

It’s been a successful night for the Republican Party.  While control of the House is still up for grabs, Republicans have won control of the Senate, and Trump has claimed the Presidency.  Trump says his return to the White House will usher in a ‘golden age’ for America.  Matt Terrill, Marco Rubio’s Former Chief of Staff, told Ryan Bridge Trump has been clear throughout the campaign...

In the space of 12 hours the whole world has changed.  Not only is Trump back baby, but he's more powerful than ever.  Republicans have flipped the Senate and are on track to retain the House of Representatives.  That gives the GOP enormous power to set budgets, start or stop funding wars, and impose tariffs on anyone they like.  Kiwi farmers and primary producers, our exporter...

Having a clear winner so early in the US Election process could give some certainty for investors.  Donald Trump is set to return to the White House, having claimed more than the 270 Electoral Votes needed.   Markets are reacting strongly to the win, the US dollar surging in value, and bitcoin hitting a record high.  But, Infometrics Principal Economist Brad Olsen told Ryan Bridge,...

There’s a range of emotions in the United States following Election Day.  Donald Trump has claimed a likely win, securing more than the 270 Electoral College votes needed to secure the presidency.  While Kamala Harris is yet to formally concede, CNN projects that Trump will secure 276 votes, and Harris only 223.  US Correspondent Mitch McCann told Ryan Bridge the mood was sombre at...

It’s been a tense night in the United States as the vote were counted.   While the House is still up for grabs, CNN projects Republicans will win control of the Senate and Trump will win the popular vote.  Political analyst Sean Trende told Ryan Bridge the result has exposed some real pressure points for the Democrats.  He says that Trump won one in four black male votes, and black...

Donald Trump's victory in the United States is being hailed as historic. He is promising to turn around America, upon his return to the White House. While Kamala Harris is yet to concede defeat, CNN projects Trump will secure 276 votes, while Kamala Harris will secure 223. Plus, CNN projects the Republicans will win control of the Senate, while control of the House is still up for grabs. Former Pr...

The US is bracing for protests, regardless of who wins today's election.  The race between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump is expected to go down to the wire, with the final result being determined by key battleground states like Pennsylvania and North Carolina.  Washington DC is installing reinforced fencing in the Capitol, over fears of protests if Harris wins.  And former Democrat...

Trying to control kid criminals – you are damned if you do and damned if you don't. This week, a document from children's minister Karen Chhour on the subject was leaked. It says giving military-style boot camp providers the power to use force in extreme circumstances would be controversial. Well, of course it would. But what are you meant to do? Let the kids punch each other and not intervene? Le...