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The Mike Hosking Breakfast

Open your mind to the world with New Zealand’s number one breakfast radio show. Without question, as New Zealand’s number one talk host, Mike Hosking sets the day’s agenda. The sharpest voice and mind in the business, Mike drives strong opinion, delivers the best talent, and always leaves you wanting more. The Mike Hosking Breakfast always cuts through and delivers the best daily on Newstalk ZB.

Wrapping the Week with Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson: Does Mike have a career in reality TV?

11 mins; August 07, 2025

Monty Betham: Former Warriors Captain on the Warriors chances against the Bulldogs

3 mins; August 07, 2025

Colin Mansbridge: Crusaders CEO on Richie Mo'unga signing an 18-month contract with NZ Rugby

3 mins; August 07, 2025

Full Show Podcast: 08 August 2025

87 hours 21 mins; August 07, 2025

Jimmy Rushton: Foreign Policy Analyst on the potential meeting between Trump and Putin

2 mins; August 07, 2025

Katherine Rich: BusinessNZ CEO on the labelling regulations in New Zealand

3 mins; August 07, 2025

Charles Feldman: US Correspondent on the affects of Donald Trump's tariffs

3 mins; August 07, 2025

Eric Crampton: NZ Initiative Chief Economist on the Treasury report revealing the cost of the Covid-19 pandemic to be $66 billion

3 mins; August 07, 2025

David Seymour: Deputy Prime Minister on school leavers, Labour declining requests to collaborate on the NCEA reform

3 mins; August 07, 2025

Mike's Minute: Shane Jones can help the Govt shift up a gear

2 mins; August 06, 2025

Kaylee Bell: Kiwi Country Singer on motherhood, performing, Cowboy Up

9 mins; August 06, 2025

Mike Jones: BNZ Chief Economist on the unemployment rate rising to 5.2%, expected OCR cut

3 mins; August 06, 2025

Full Show Podcast: 07 August 2025

90 hours 19 mins; August 06, 2025

Sue Chetwin: Grocery Action Group Chair on the Commerce Commission report revealing rising supermarket prices

3 mins; August 06, 2025

Rosann Connolly George: Vincent George Travel Agents co-owner on Kiwis making a record number of insurance claims in Europe

3 mins; August 06, 2025

Robyn Walker: Deloitte Tax Partner on businesses owing more than $1.4 billion in unpaid GST and PAYE

2 mins; August 06, 2025

Nicola Willis: Finance Minister on the unemployment rate, impact of tariff uncertainty

7 mins; August 06, 2025

Martin Glynn: Transport Policy Director on the Government switching from a petrol tax to road user charges

2 mins; August 06, 2025

Mike's Minute: Linear TV in NZ is in trouble

1 min; August 05, 2025

Charles Feldman: US Correspondent on the latest developments in the Epstein case, subpoenas

4 mins; August 05, 2025

Pollies: Mark Mitchell and Ginny Andersen talk NCEA overhaul, Marine and Coastal Area Act, National Party Conference

11 mins; August 05, 2025

Charlotte Read: Winegrowers NZ General Manager of Brand on the challenges facing the wine industry

6 mins; August 05, 2025

Full Show Podcast: 06 August 2025

90 hours 40 mins; August 05, 2025

Mark Smith: ASB Senior Economist on the employment rate being expected to hit 5.3%

3 mins; August 05, 2025

Pete de Wet: Triathlon NZ CEO on NZ hosting the World Triathlon Cup, partnership with World Triathlon

2 mins; August 05, 2025

Paul Goldsmith: Treaty Negotiations Minister on the passing of the changes to the Marine and Coastal Area Act

3 mins; August 05, 2025

Stew Hamilton: Mercury CEO on the Huntly Power Station deal, road to renewable energy

5 mins; August 05, 2025

Kathryn MacCallum: Canterbury University Associate Professor on the use of AI to mark exams

2 mins; August 05, 2025

Rod Liddle: UK Correspondent on Nigel Farage calling for immigration statuses of those charged with crimes to be released

6 mins; August 04, 2025

Mike's Minute: My thoughts on the NCEA changes

2 mins; August 04, 2025

Rianna O'Meara-Hunt: Kiwi endurance driver talks racing, aim to join the F1 Academy

10 mins; August 04, 2025

Scott Robertson: All Blacks Coach on the squad naming for the clash against Argentina

4 mins; August 04, 2025

Full Show Podcast: 05 August 2025

90 hours 23 mins; August 04, 2025

Irene Gardiner: Screen Producer's Association President on the NZ On Air funding for Kiwi TV shows

3 mins; August 04, 2025

Erica Stanford: Education Minister on the proposed qualification system to replace NCEA

6 mins; August 04, 2025

Peter Thompson: Barfoot & Thompson Managing Director on Auckland house prices rising in July

4 mins; August 04, 2025

James McDowall: Motor Trade Association Advocacy Head on the plan to replace NCEA

3 mins; August 04, 2025

Bex Green: Federated Farmers North Canterbury president on the proposal to shut down rural police stations

2 mins; August 04, 2025

Full Show Podcast: 04 August 2025

90 hours 32 mins; August 03, 2025

Christopher Luxon: Prime Minister joins Mike Hosking to discuss the future of NCEA

11 mins; August 03, 2025

Campbell Barry: Vice President of Local Government New Zealand says more people should be involved in local elections

3 mins; August 03, 2025

Paul Barber: Salvation Army Senior Policy Analyst on why homelessness is at it's highest level in years

3 mins; August 03, 2025

Tim Groser: Former trade minister says NZ could not have avoided Trump's Tariff

2 mins; August 03, 2025

Mike Pannett: Assistant Police Commissioner discusses the controversial FBI office in Wellington

2 mins; August 03, 2025

Mike's Minute: Should we "break up" with property?

2 mins; August 01, 2025

Mark the Week: I'm still a believer in the Warriors

2 mins; July 31, 2025

Mike's Minute: Cycleways – hype over reality

2 mins; July 31, 2025

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the Trump trade wars, looming tariff deadlines

4 mins; July 31, 2025

Wrapping the Week with Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson: Awkward interviews, axing card surcharges

10 mins; July 31, 2025

Geoffrey Miller: International Geopolitical Analyst on the establishment of an FBI base in Wellington

2 mins; July 31, 2025

Full Show Podcast: 01 August 2025

90 hours 6 mins; July 31, 2025

Dr Sandra Grey: Tertiary Education Union National Secretary on the NCEA shake up, need for vocational and trade pathway support

3 mins; July 31, 2025

Andrew Hoggard: Minister for Food Safety on the rule changes for genetically modified food

5 mins; July 31, 2025

Layton Lillas: Promoters Association President on Live Nation acquiring Electric Avenue

4 mins; July 31, 2025

Keith McLaughlin: Centrix Managing Director on the number of arrears falling slightly in June

3 mins; July 31, 2025

Todd McClay: Trade Minister on the uncertainty surrounding Trump's new tariff rate

4 mins; July 31, 2025

Mike's Minute: It's oil and gas ban repeal week - hooray!

2 mins; July 30, 2025

Jeremy Piven: Actor and Comedian on performing, his career, Auckland stand-up comedy show

12 mins; July 30, 2025

Full Show Podcast: 31 July 2025

90 hours 7 mins; July 30, 2025

Bev Priestman: New Wellington Phoenix Women Coach on her appointment

3 mins; July 30, 2025

Bridget Snelling: Xero Country Manager on the Small Business Insights report and the industry performances

4 mins; July 30, 2025

Sam Stubbs: Simplicity Founder on Kiwibank being allowed to raise $500 million in capital to compete with the major banks

2 mins; July 30, 2025

Cath O'Brien: Board of Airline Representatives Executive Director on Airways raising air traffic control prices

2 mins; July 30, 2025

Shane Jones: Resources Minister on the draft strategy for doubling geothermal energy production

4 mins; July 30, 2025

Nicole McKee: Minister for Courts on speeding up the processes for Judge Alone Trials

3 mins; July 30, 2025

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the hunger crisis in Gaza

5 mins; July 29, 2025

Mike's Minute: Sir Michael Hill will be missed

2 mins; July 29, 2025

Jim Boult: Former Queenstown Mayor pays tribute to Sir Michael Hill

3 mins; July 29, 2025

Pollies with Labour's Ginny Andersen and National's Mark Mitchell: Court fine dodgers, card surcharges, election law changes

10 mins; July 29, 2025

Full Show Podcast: 30 July 2025

90 hours 6 mins; July 29, 2025

David Cunningham: Squirrel Mortgages CEO on the record high number of mortgage holders changing banks

3 mins; July 29, 2025

Jennie Wyllie: Netball NZ CEO on the broadcast deal with TVNZ

2 mins; July 29, 2025

Paul Goulter: NZ Nurses Organisation CEO on the 24 hour nursing strike

3 mins; July 29, 2025

David Seymour: Associate Finance Minister on the plans to find savings for next year's Budget

6 mins; July 29, 2025

Paul Basham: Assistant Police Commissioner on the rising gang numbers, charges

3 mins; July 29, 2025

Mike's Minute: We changed the election laws because we're hopeless

2 mins; July 28, 2025

Joel Shadbolt: L.A.B. frontman on their summer touring schedule, breaking into the US market

9 mins; July 28, 2025

Jonathan Rogers: Grinding Gear Games Managing Director on the company's success

3 mins; July 28, 2025

Full Show Podcast: 29 July 2025

89 hours 56 mins; July 28, 2025

Kevin Putt: Former Springbok and Kings College Rugby 7s coach on poor behaviour and brawls at sports matches

2 mins; July 28, 2025

Scott Simpson: Commerce Minister on the Government scrapping in-store card surcharges

3 mins; July 28, 2025

Sam MacKinnon: Hospitality NZ Head of Advocacy on the Government banning added fees on in-store card payments

3 mins; July 28, 2025

Judith Collins: Public Service Minister on Crown board members' pay being increased by up to 80%

4 mins; July 28, 2025

Mike's Minute: Who I'd have for the Governor of the Reserve Bank

2 mins; July 27, 2025

Full Show Podcast: 28 July 2025

89 hours 51 mins; July 27, 2025

Christopher Luxon: Prime Minister joins Mike Hosking in-studio to discuss potential changes to US trade tariffs

11 mins; July 27, 2025

Justine Thorpe: Co-chair of Health Accelerator discusses use of AI in GP practices

3 mins; July 27, 2025

Chris Penk: Building and Construction Minister says allowing foreign building materials will encourage competitive business

3 mins; July 27, 2025

Rob Clark: SEEK Country Manager says number of job ads posted to site continue to drop

3 mins; July 27, 2025

Neil Beales: Corrections Deputy Commissioner says voluntary segregation in prisons is on the rise

3 mins; July 27, 2025

Mike's Minute: Orr has shown his lack of professionalism

2 mins; July 25, 2025

Mark the Week: Trump has had a significantly positive week

2 mins; July 24, 2025

Mike's Minute: Coldplay kiss cam - it's none of our business

2 mins; July 24, 2025

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the latest developments in the Epstein Files saga

4 mins; July 24, 2025

Wrapping the Week with Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson: Mike's hot water and lemons saga

10 mins; July 24, 2025

Full Show Podcast: 25 July 2025

90 hours 36 mins; July 24, 2025

Allan Pollard: Civil Contractors NZ CEO on the need for more work in the sector

1 min; July 24, 2025

Paul Goldsmith: Justice Minister on the number plate scanning technology to identify court fine evaders

6 mins; July 24, 2025

Catherine D'Souza: ANZ Society of Palliative Medicine Chair on New Zealand's palliative care system dropping to rank 12th in the world

2 mins; July 24, 2025

Andrew Geddis: Otago University Electoral Law Expert on the potential changes to voting and electoral day enrolments

2 mins; July 24, 2025

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