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The Collective

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The Collective brings together the voices of political social media from around Aotearoa, into one show to discuss the issues and political decisions that have shaped the news over the previous month. With some of the most recognisable commentators from Facebook, Instagram and Tik Tok, it’s a raw look into the lead up and impact of the choices made by those in power.

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The Collective: February 2026 09.02.2026 1:54:56

Waitangi Weekend in an Election year, with a historically unpopular PM, weirdly close polls, a new tranche of laws designed to stop people from voting and a million people who didn't vote last time being called on to step up - you better believe we're back to look at all! Join Sean Ackland, Jordan Rivers and Paul Barlow, while Brie takes a well earned break - with guests this week to look...

The Collective: December 2025 21.01.2026 1:59:30

It's time to say good riddance to 2025 and stare down the beast that is 2026!So what have been the big stories that have shaped the year? Te Tiriti, Education, the Treaty Principles or Regulatory Standards Bill, the potential Social Media Ban that might stop the Deputy PM from snapchatting tweens? Join the panel live ths Sunday as we take a look back on 2025, and try to open the curtains on wh...

The Collective: November 2025 21.01.2026 1:30:36

Education has been under an onslaught over the past month. The government’s surprise announcement that they were removing Treaty obligations and the substantial pushback from educators, schools and iwi has over shadowed curriculum changes that contain less Maori, and will perpetuate racism and inequity according to Maori education leaders. Alongside this was reversing the School Lunch changes whic...