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Marcus Lush Nights

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Marcus Lush engages Kiwis from all walks of life, discussing the issues that matter most on Newstalk ZB.

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Newstalk ZB

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News

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www.newstalkzb.co.nz

Latest episode

Jul 9, 2026

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Episodes

Annoys the heck out of me (14 August 2025) 14.08.2025

It's World Lizard Day, so Marcus talks unique and interesting pets, and complains about the use of a particular phrase. LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Just a hobby broadcaster (13 August 2025) 13.08.2025

Marcus talks the controversial choice to sell meat off cuts at the Woolworths deli, and celebrates Left-Handed Day! LISTEN ABOVE   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Too drunk to go home (12 August 2025) 12.08.2025

There's been a bit of interest in the Cardrona Pub, so what country pub would you want to takeover and run? Marcus also talks about chairs that spin, bypassing Woodend, and lamb burgers. LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You almost need the tomahawk (11 August 2025) 11.08.2025

People are still going on about wearing a hi-vis jacket, someone wants to launch 'Event Express' rail services for Christchurch's new stadium, and Marcus has finally had pumpkin soup he didn't hate. LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tick, tock (7 August 2025) 07.08.2025

After Marcus misplaced his phone - he realised he had no way of tracking the time.  That got him thinking - are the traditional wall and home clocks a thing of the past? And that question led to some great stories.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It should be pretty much the same (6 August 2025) 06.08.2025

Tonight we talked the coalition government's new road user charges proposal, Australia exporting gold to the United States and why TradeMe users refuse to courier their products. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As a country we're getting better at getting over things (5 August 2025) 05.08.2025

Tonight Marcus chatted with callers about New World and their lack of Smeg Braisers, whether or not you can eat a pie while driving a truck and where to find the best balaclava in Christchurch. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Like catnip to talkback (4 August 2025) 04.08.2025

With all the improvements to cars, roads, and drink-drive advertising over the years... why have we not really improved the way we train new drivers in this country? LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lost his toupee (1 August 2025) 01.08.2025

Marcus watches the Warriors lose in the final minute, and talks the 'Nor'wester From Hell' that swept through Canterbury 50 years ago. LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For the mega-fauna (31 July 2025) 31.07.2025

Marcus wonders if the Mobile Emergency Alert System is going to lose its effectiveness after some people received 50+ notifications! And also, it's Avocado Day! LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

So not a panic indicator (30 July 2025) 30.07.2025

Marcus talks the tsunami alert, where you can (and definitely cannot) fly a drone, and carless days. LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Put a line under that Davo (29 July 2025) 29.07.2025

Marcus talks award winning pies, chores that kids can do safely, and whether anyone remembers watching Diana and Charles get married in 1981. LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Just so flexible (28 July 2025) 28.07.2025

Marcus talks flexible buckets, soul patches, and booing people at sports events. LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A loaf of butter (25 July 2025) 25.07.2025

Marcus talks Hulk Hogan, the rules of pub pool, and socks that are too dang tight! LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's quite boring to drink (24 July 2025) 24.07.2025

Marcus checks on whether you can still buy Sally Lunn buns, and discusses whether the emergency alert system should be used to help find missing people. LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bed on a gimbal (23 July 2025) 23.07.2025

Marcus talks Ozzy Osbourne, Ford Escorts, and why the Finance Minister talked such a big game around butter. LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I made a sheep shelter with mine (22 July 2025) 22.07.2025

Marcus talks the return of Ed Sheeran, the dirge that is flag football, the increase of senior video games, and the continued increase of the price of food we produce here in New Zealand! LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Can I mention the brand? (21 July 2025) 21.07.2025

Marcus starts the week talking making tea, owning helicopters, burning gorse, and making lamingtons. LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I feel mouth-sick already (18 July 2025) 18.07.2025

Marcus talks car cleaning, Connie Francis, the Air India pilots, and karaoke. LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Artificial Bigotry (17 July 2025) 17.07.2025

Marcus talks about the Niagra River, Alexa devices, tattoos, and taking the train on Sundays. LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The future is drones (16 July 2025) 16.07.2025

Marcus talks number plates, what New Zealand's military should look like, weight loss drugs, and where the Erebus Crash memorial should go. LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The strangest drink you've drunk (15 July 2025) 15.07.2025

Marcus tried a new drink, and wanted to hear about the weird, unique, or otherwise interesting liquid you're consuming. LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The realisation of your own stupidity (14 July 2025) 14.07.2025

Why won't the Government commit more resources to flood clean up? Why are we bothering with in-between World Cup rugby test matches? And what is the new accessory Marcus is wearing? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A night of wild weather (11 July 2025) 11.07.2025

Tonight Marcus takes updates on flooding and wild weather across parts of the country.  He also talks aging truck drivers, nude ad complaints and hops. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A passing phase like The Beatles (10 July 2025) 10.07.2025

40 years on from the bombing of the Rainbow Warrior in Auckland harbour, Marcus asks callers to tell him their stories from that fateful night. July 10 is also the day we changed to decimal currency, not an easy switch according to some callers! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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