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Ryan Bridge TODAY

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Join Ryan Bridge TODAY for the day's news, interviews and panel discussions, direct from the NZ Herald newsroom.www.nzherald.co.nz

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Oct 23, 2026

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Episodes

'Real trade offs to make': Rates cap shifts costs and puts services at risk - Wed 26 Aug 26.08.2026

Wellington Mayor Andrew Little says capping rates increases at 4% means councils will struggle to fund services people expect. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Does Auckland need a Night Mayor? - Wed 26 Aug 26.08.2026

Former Amsterdam Night Mayor Mirik Milan on turning raucous city nightlife into an economic powerhouse. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

'Ended up inviting me to join her for tea': Rawdon Christie on interviewing Dolly - Wed 26 Aug 26.08.2026

Panelists Rawdon Christie and Alexia Hilbertidou react to the news Dolly Parton has died at age 80. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ryan Bridge: The case for four-year Parliamentary terms - Wed 26 Aug 26.08.2026

This past week is proof a four-year Parliamentary term is probably a good idea. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Very ineffectual': What can NZ learn from Australia's social media ban? - Tue 25 Aug 24.08.2026

Business of Tech podcast host Peter Griffin says 85% of Australian teens are still on social media platforms despite the ban. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seymour: social media ban 'unserious', suggested fines 'laughable' - Tue 25 Aug 24.08.2026

ACT Leader David Seymour on why his party won't support National's under 16s social media ban. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ryan Bridge: Labour takes Nicola Willis's fiscal bait - Tue 25 Aug 24.08.2026

Labour's fallen into a cunning wee trap set by Nicola Willis a few weeks ago. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will US hit China in a plan to squeeze Iran's financial enablers? - Tue 25 Aug 24.08.2026

Operation Economic Outcast quiet on any China sanction. Plus, failed in London, try Hong Kong; Shein IPO seeks US$27b, down from US$100b for See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Would you stay at Vietnam's 'Crazy House'? - Tue 25 Aug 24.08.2026

TripNotes Podcast Host Lorna Riley joins Herald NOW. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

'I did get good news this morning': Who's the next tennis star for ASB Classic? - Tue 25 Aug 24.08.2026

ASB Classic tournament director Nico Lamperin has announced Elina Svitolina is coming to Auckland, and says he's close to announcing a men's player. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

'They're not wizards!' - Bridge Vs Hipkins on a bed tax - Tue 25 Aug 24.08.2026

Chris Hipkins says he'd let councils enforce their own bed tax. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You're paying to work': are AirBnb cleaning rules unfair? - Tue 25 Aug 24.08.2026

Panelists Chelsea Daniels and Dave Letele discuss what's expected from AirBnb guests when they leave and what to make of Meghan and Harry's UK return. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

'Anybody who cares': Erica Standford pleads for social media ban support | Ryan Bridge TODAY 24.08.2026

Education Minister Erica Stanford says they've answered all Labour's questions about the new social media bill and there's nothing insurmountable. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Most farmers worse off under Opportunity's rural land tax - Tue 25 Aug 24.08.2026

Federated Farmers board member Mark Hooper explains the modeling that shows farmers could be up to $48k worse off under Opportunity's tax system. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

'No longer viable' Malborough Wine and Food Festival put on hold - Fri 21 Aug 24.08.2026

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Say cheese! Will NZ dairy win from US-Canada trade war? - Mon 24 Aug 24.08.2026

Could a 50% tariff on Canadian dairy exports to the US help NZ overcome its own 12.5% punitive tariff? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

World’s best-selling EV is coming to the NZ market - Mon 24 Aug 24.08.2026

Affordable and practical, NordEast GM Dane Fisher says the Geely EX2 will propel NZ's EV market into a new era. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you ever poked a bear before?': ABs wary of Springboks' backlash - Mon 24 Aug 24.08.2026

All Blacks assistant coach Neil Barnes says Richie Mo'unga will need to earn his way back into the test side on form, after being named in midweek team. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Could a pause on US beef tariffs lower mince prices here? - Mon 24 Aug 24.08.2026

Beef & Lamb Chairperson Kate Acland on the kiwi staple reaching an average $24 per kilo. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Major party tax promises just 'electoral shenanigans' - Mon 24 Aug 24.08.2026

Panelists Sam Stubbs and Sarah Sparks discuss an election centred on tax and the high price of beef mince. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sport panel: Referee overruling TMO 'so good to hear' - Mon 24 Aug 24.08.2026

Herald sport journalists Nathan Limm and Christopher Reive react to the All Blacks, Black Ferns, Liam Lawson and Warriors. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ryan Bridge: NZ's good vibes are back thanks to sport - Mon 24 Aug 24.08.2026

Well, well, well. Look who's feeling good on a Monday morning? We are. Little old New Zealand. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How will Labour afford its spending with only one new tax? - Mon 24 Aug 24.08.2026

Labour's Barbara Edmonds on where Capital Gains tax revenue will be spent and how they'll fund other policy commitments. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Market Outlook: Another volatile week for bond markets - Mon 24 Aug 24.08.2026

Forsyth Barr Investment Strategist Zoe Wallis on the bond markets ongoing volatility and which results to watch this week, Monday 24 August. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Could the brain drain actually be a positive thing for NZ? - Mon 24 Aug 24.08.2026

Former Young New Zealander of the Year Simran Kaur didn't want to leave New Zealand, but if we go overseas and bring back expertise, that's a good thing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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