The Mike Hosking Breakfast

Australia's recent election has sparked talks of the 'Trump effect' coming into play.  Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's Labor Party's had a landslide win, securing a historic second term.   It's widely thought Trump's volatility influenced the outcome.   Global Political Expert Nick Bryant told Mike Hosking it's become more apparent the country wanted to elect an authentically Aust...

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 6th of May, free trade negotiations are officially underway in India , and our film industry could be left reeling after Trump announced 100% tariffs on foreign films.   Sir John Key is on to talk business growth in New Zealand, as well as everything else Mike throws at him.  Nick Bryant is an expert in global politics and is on...

New Zealand’s livestock numbers are on the decline.   Latest figures from Stats NZ show a 21% drop in sheep numbers over the past 10 years – a total decline of 6.2 million sheep since 2014.   The number of dairy cattle also fell 13% over the same period, coinciding with the increase in land being converted for forestry.  Associate Agriculture Minister Andrew Hoggard told Mike Hoskin...

Sir John Key does not believe US President Donald Trump intends to keep tariffs on most of the world.   The former Prime Minister is speaking at the Ignite 25 Growth Summit business event in Auckland today.   Key, who's supported Trump in the past, says the President is only focused on China in his new trade policies.   He told Mike Hosking the stock, bond, and currency markets are...

Tourism organisations from across the North Island are working to put a spotlight on it.   Fifteen operators have teamed up and signed a Memorandum of Understanding.  It aims to generate interest from key tourism markets particularly Australia, North America, and China.  Auckland Unlimited Destination Director Annie Dundas told Mike Hosking both islands have different offerings, so...

The film industry is being asked not to push the panic button.  There's a lot of uncertainty after US President Donald Trump's announcement of a 100% tariff on films produced outside the US.  In a post on Truth Social, he says the US film industry is ‘dying a very fast death’ as countries offer incentives to lure filmmaking away from Hollywood.  Screen Production and Development Ass...

The state of foreign affairs across the globe could play into New Zealand's hands as it enters free trade negotiations.   A Government delegation has landed in the Indian capital to begin the process of securing an FTA.   Former Trade Minister Tim Groser told Mike Hosking he's never loved our chances, but the odds have changed.   He says the landscape has changed because of Donald T...

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon is live in studio with Mike Hosking to talk the big issues of the week.  Luxon has confirmed the plan to commit $12 billion to defence, backing the decision for five marine helicopters.  He says the defence plan will make New Zealand well connected to global partners.  The Prime Ministers disagreeing with his soon-to-be Deputy Prime Minister, saying...

I was very sad to hear of the passing of Bob Jones - Sir Robert Jones. The last contact I had with him was last year when he sent me a copy of his latest book. They always came with a personal note. When I say personal, it was a letter that he would have dictated and had typed up and then signed himself. He was from a different era of sorts. I never received an email from him, only letters. The la...

Anthony Albanese's lead the Australian Labor Party to a back-to-back run in Government.  Peter Dutton has lost his seat as well as losing the election, making him the first federal opposition leader to do so.  Australian Correspondent Steve Price talks all things election with Mike Hosking.  LISTEN ABOVE.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Monday the 5th of May, we're spending $2b on helicopters for the defence force. Is that expensive? Or just the cost of defence these days? The Prime Minister is in to talk whether we have too many portfolios and ministers and if we've gone too skint for the Budget. Andrew Saville and Jason Pine cover the beginning of the latest F1 race, the Warri...

The Government's launching a new tool to give parents greater access to what their children are learning at school.  Education Minister Erica Stanford introduced the 'Parent Portal', yesterday, designed to provide a "clear, easy-to-understand year-by-year guide" to topics in English and maths.  More subjects will be added as the Government continues its curriculum refresh.  Secondar...

Organised crime groups are using mainstream resale platforms like Facebook Marketplace for the sale of tobacco.  Research shows up to 25 percent of all cigarettes in New Zealand are sourced illegally.  Auckland University Public Health Professor Chris Bullen says he doesn't believe the data is that high, but rather sitting somewhere between five and 10 percent.  He says selling onli...

The Government will spend $12 billion on defence spending. Two billion of that will be allocated to helicopters and deployment. Defence Minister Wayne Mapp talks to Mike Hosking about the budget. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's been a busy week for politics around the world - with elections taking place in Australia, Singapore and the UK.  Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's lead the Labor Party to a triumphant win, securing a majority Government.  Sky News Correspondent Laura Jayes talks to Mike Hosking about the election, what went wrong for Peter Dutton and how the Greens performed.  LISTE...

Non-farm payrolls - a monthly statistic released by the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, shows concerns over the Trump administrations policy blitz.  In April 177,000 jobs were added to the US economy and unemployment rates are stable at 4.2 percent.  But business and consumer surveys are still sending warning signals. Andrew Kelleher of JMI breaks down the data with Mike Hosking.  LI...

A revealing interview has taken place between US President Donald Trump and broadcaster NBC.  He made headlines when talking about contentious issues such as the economy, immigration and the potential of seeing through a third-term.  US Correspondent Richard Arnold talks to Mike Hosking about the interview.  LISTEN ABOVE.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I think I'm encouraged by the numbers of submissions into the Covid inquiry.  This is Covid inquiry part two.  The second part is to try and rectify the stitch up that was Covid part one from the previous Government, who were determined to set criteria that would not expose the true damage they wrought upon most of us.  31,000 have had their say this time. It is pointed out they cam...

At the end of each week, Mike Hosking takes you through the big-ticket items and lets you know what he makes of it all.    Tory Whanau: 9/10  She scored it herself and why wouldn’t you, shouldn't you, when you are as brilliant as her? God, she deserves a holiday.    Donald Trump: 7/10   For the sheer madness, calamity and unbelievable amount of bullshit he has spouted...

Three prizes for three good calls this week by the Government.  1) Financial literacy coming to a school near you in 2027, and not a day too soon. In many respects it’s the more valuable end of the education spectrum. It's education you can actually use.  2) Nicola Willis and her cutting of the operating allowance from $2.4b to $1.3b. The $2.4b number already had headlines for being skin...

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Friday 2nd of May, Health Minister Simeon Brown is forcing doctors back to the negotiating table via the ERA.  Just what is happening with the Indian Panthers basketball team? The team was suspended and the CEO is on to tell us their plans to fix it.  Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson discuss Mushroomgate, Suzanne Vega, and a new whisky infu...

Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson are back today to Wrap the Week that was.  They discussed the latest to come out of Mushroomgate, Suzanne Vega, and a new whiskey-infused manuka honey the show’s producers received.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One day out from the Australian Election and Labor seems to have it in the bag.  If the polling stacks up, Anthony Albanese will remain Prime Minister and Peter Dutton will once again be relegated to opposition.   There’s been criticism across the ditch that the coalition’s campaign has been full of U-turns and back tracks – undermining their credibility.  Australian Political Comme...

An unshakable insistence from Indian Panthers boss Parveen Batish that their indefinite ban from the National Basketball League won't be permanent.  The first year team were handed an immediate ban mid-season following serious allegations of payment issues and player unrest.  The Panthers can return to the NBL if they meet various conditions set by the league's commission.  When ask...

Declining stats for Auckland's Eden Park, as the number of major events coming to this country reduce.  Revenue fell from $44.3 million in 2023 to $29.7 million in 2024 and major event attendance fell from 881 thousand to 540 thousand.  Eden Park CEO Nick Sautner told Mike Hosking one of the factors to blame is the lack of seed funding.  He says there’s been limited funds available...