Matt Heath & Tyler Adams Afternoons

The Government has ditched the idea of a referendum on a four year electoral term this election. Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith says a bill has been taken to select committee as part of coalition agreements.  But he says to have a referendum would require passing the bill through the rest of the stages in enough time before the election.  Goldsmith says the Government can't do everythin...

On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 18th of February 2026, New Zealand First's Shane Jones wants tough sentences for owners of dangerous dogs after a woman in Northland was killed in an attack.  Then, a please explain from our Afternoons duo at the suggestion we toll the old Auckland Harbour bridge already paid for by tolls to build a new crossing.  Get...

There's calls from experts, concerned citizens and politicians alike over whether animal control has enough powers and resources to lock animals up. A woman was mauled to death by dogs at a Kaihu home yesterday morning.  SPCA senior scientific officer Alison Vaughan says the current laws are out of date, and a review is needed - plus additional funding. "The Dog Control Act is 30 years old, i...

There's growing calls for additional regulations around feral dogs - and a recent attack has sparked renewed debate. A woman was killed in Northland's Kaihu yesterday by dogs, and the attack has prompted concern and outrage. NZ First MP Shane Jones says the character of the owners involved is more feral, and there needs to be a no-tolerance policy. "What else do we need to happen, before we as a c...

On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 17th of February 2026, we discuss AI shopping where the technology selects the goods, pays for it with your card and gets it delivered to you - is this the future? Then a deep dive into the Iranian conflict - some great conversations here with a couple of experts and callers to the show. Get the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams After...

The regime in Iran has seen tens of thousands killed and inspired protests all over the world over the weekend against the current Government. Economic turmoil, inflation, corruption and poverty have reportedly pushed people to their breaking point, and once expert says this conflict didn't come as a surprise. Iranian Women in NZ founder Dr. Forough Amin joined the Afternoons team to explain furth...

Thousands are taking to the street in protest all over the world as the regime in Iran has sparked civil unrest - and thousands of deaths. Reports claim an estimated 36,000 lives have been lost under the current Islamic regime. University of St Andrews professor of modern history, Dr Ali Ansari, joined the Afternoons team to unpack the conflict that got Iran to this point.  LISTEN ABOVE See o...

On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 16th of February 2026, a survey by a health insurance company prompted the question - where does wealth sit vs health in your life? Then a good strong debate around pre-nups in relationships or marriages. And are aliens real and who would be best to send to meet them and represent humanity?  Get the Matt Heath and Tyler Ad...

Kiwi Ultra-marathon swimmer Jono Ridler is attempting to swim the length of the North Island in an attempt to break the world record for longest unassisted swim. He's also raising awareness for the health NZ's oceans, and making a clear call to end bottom trawling.  He joined Matt & Tyler to discuss his attempt, and what it means to him.  You can track Jono's progress here: https://l...

At the end of every week, Matt and Tyler name the New Zealander of the Week. It's an honour that we bestow on your behalf to someone, or something, that's had an impact on our nation over the past week.  There are three nominees but can only be one winner. LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen to the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for Friday 13 February. Get the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 12th of February, some great calls from small business people after a Xero report shows nearly half of owners say they have considered giving up. Then a US hitchhiker says NZ is the easiest place to get a ride - listen out for some great stories, including Matt's own ride with monsters. Get the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Aftern...

A lot of the country's small businesses are feeling the end of financial year sting. Data from Xero shows 75 percent of the New Zealand small business owners surveyed say the current financial year has been more stressful than past years. Nearly half had considered giving up their business due to stress, with 67 percent citing financial management as their main worry. Xero Country Manager Bridget...

On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 11th of February - YouTube has rejects addiction claims in a landmark social media trial - Matt and Tyler reckon it is the best of the online platforms with so much useful information and great documentaries.  Then a big question to finish today - Is there any way back after cheating on a partner? This after a Norwegian Wi...

On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 10th of February 2026, is delaying starting school good or bad for your child? A Christchurch couple are fighting to keep more than $200k cash they found in the ceiling - is it finders keepers, and what have you found? Then, some great stories about having a mid-life crisis. Get the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Podcast...

On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 9th of February 2026 David Seymour said this at Waitangi: Even the poorest people in New Zealand today are living like Kings and Queens compared with most places at most times in history. Unsurprisingly, the lines ran hot. The,n tips and tricks to avoid the subscription trap.   And to finish the show - do you enjoy a conce...

Matt's been enjoying The Conqueror virtual challenge app as a fun way to get his son into exercise, and we discovered the App Creator is a Kiwi so we had a chat to Adam El-Agez to discuss the thought process behind the app. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Push Push are set to hit the stage this summer to celebrate 35 years of Trippin’ and their brand new EP. The legendary Kiwi rockers perform in Hamilton, Auckland, Mt Maunganui and Helensville this summer for a week of celebratory shows. Push Push frontman Mikey Havoc joined the Afternoons team to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 5th of February 2026 - Bowel Cancer under 50 is increasing, we had a great chat on the part diet plays in this. Then the under 16 ban on social media - Meta pushes an alternative but Erica Stanford says Cabinet’s mind is already made up Matt's been enjoying The Conqueror virtual challenge app as a fun way to get his son into ex...

On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the fourth of February 2026, we've had the State of the Nation, Ratana and now Waitangi Weekend is coming up so the political year is well and truly underway. What does the shape of the election look like? Will Winston Peters end up as Prime Minister? Then, a suggestion that it really is time for NZ to become an Australian state -...

On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 3rd of February 2025, the Government is making changes to driver licensing, they say they are modernising it. We chatted to Transport Minister Chris Bishop and got listener reactions.  When burn offs go bad - Paul Henry learnt the hard way - and so, it seems, did many of our listeners. And as school starts again - the horr...

The Government's removing the full license test as part of major changes - saying it will save time and money. Drivers under 25 will spend a year on their restricted before moving to their full, while over 25s will get six months. A zero alcohol limit will apply to people on their learners' or restricted, regardless of their age. Most changes will come into effect next year. Transport Minister Chr...

On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 2nd of February 2025, the most dangerous time to drive has been revealed, and it might not be when you would think. Then, a great chat as the robots are preparing to take over. The cost of the brain required for the technology plummets from tens of thousands of dollars to just cents!  Get the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Aft...

On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 30th of January 2026 - Property developers – what gives them the vision to design great communities? Then, what motivates people to do extreme sports that look like torture to any normal person?   HYROX Ambassador Alice Evans joined Matt Health on the show. And then - Steven Pinker Cognitive psychologist, psycholinguist, b...

It often feels like everything is going backwards. There is more outrage, more noise, and less perspective than ever before. But feelings are not facts, and the long-term data tells a very different story. Steven Pinker is a Harvard cognitive psychologist and bestselling author who has spent decades studying language, the human mind, and using evidence to challenge how we think about violence, pro...