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#BHN Big Hairy News

Big Hairy Network
New Zealand
Labour Party
New Zealand Politics
Christopher Luxon
Winston Peters
Climate Change
National Party
New Zealand Elections
David Seymour
Green Party
Nicola Willis
Cost Of Living
Opportunity Party
Chris Hipkins
Dunedin
Mental Health
Donald Trump
Building Act Overhaul
Homelessness
Housing

Award winning podcasters Pat and Chewie host a news commentary show that is broadcast weekdays Big Hairy News, or #BHN, gives the space needed to cover off the stories covered rather than the two and a half minutes the mainstream media gives guests between weather and the next ad break.

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Latest Episodes

Willow-Jean Prime, Labour Party's spokesperson for Social Development & Employment, joins us LIVE to discuss the MSD report findings regarding missed benefit payments.Paul Barlow joins us for the weekly Open Brief Debrief: Who needs the Kiwimart? Now... more

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Labour's Ayesha Verrall was rushed by anti-vaxxers and protected by her fellow candidates at a Wellington event last night.ASA have upheld, in part, a complaint against National Party flyers spreading misinformation about Labour's tax policy.PSA work... more

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The NZ Herald does not do their own polling, preferring to take everyone else's polls and make what has become NZ's "official" poll of polls and if you look at that, which shows trends rather than a specific data set and that trend looks terrible for... more

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Act Party leader David Seymour isn't against Act voters giving their electorate vote to National, but the desired overhang is easier said than donePM Christopher Luxon is spinning that fewer NZ's are leaving for Australia, which is true, but still wo... more

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Recent Guests

Willow-Jean Prime
Labour Party member, spokesperson for MSD/Social Development
Labour Party
Episode: #BHN Willow-Jean Prime on MSD Stuffup | Barlow's Debrief: Kiwimart Coverage | AI alarms raised again
Nigel Farage
Leader of Reform UK, subject of undercover-reveal clips
Reform UK
Episode: #BHN Luxon on Kiwis leaving for Oz | Seymour on tactical voting | Will Opportunity be a wasted vote?
Ganesh Nana
Economist featured on Q&A and BHN panel discussions
BHN guest
Episode: #BHN "No new taxes" under National | Becoming "good ancestors" | Ban on social media to under 16s | Opportunity the kingmaker again?
Greg Fleming
National MP who broke ranks on budget tax changes
National Party
Episode: #BHN Nat's desperate Tax attacks | Greg Flemming breaks ranks | Climate change is here
Ayesha Verrall
Minister (Labour Party)
Labour Party
Episode: #BHN Ayesha Verrall on the "nurses hired" lie | Paul Barlow on reporting emergencies | More protests to come as National hides from media who don't support them unquestionably
Fleur Fitzsimmons
Guest discussing Health NZ disclosures
Episode: #BHN HealthNZ hiring freeze revealed | Luxon STILL out-of-touch | Carmel Sepuloni defends CGT
Debbie Ngawira Pekka
Speaker on Maori election strategy segment
The Hui (TVNZ) / political commentator
Episode: #BHN Helen Clark with Moana | TPM back in the race | Who pays for fast-track legislative changes?
Tama Portaka
BHN contributor/reporter
BHN
Episode: #BHN Helen Clark with Moana | TPM back in the race | Who pays for fast-track legislative changes?
Ginny Andersen
Labour MP
Labour Party
Episode: #BHN LIVE: Ginny Andersen on the Coup | Penk outed as coup leader | Latest poll, OPP on top

Hosts

Pat
Host of the show
Chewie
Co-host of Big Hairy News

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 237 ratings
  • Refreshing evidence-based hot takes and integrity dissecting NZ news and politics from the left

    Podcast Addict
    5
    feijoalove
    4 months ago
  • Pat and Chewy holding feet to the fire

    Pat and Chewy I trust, they are both honest and reliable and hold the left and right to account, I better informed by them than the MSM ❤️ the right are to scared to go and defend their policies

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Porangi
    New Zealanda year ago
  • Great political analysis

    I send this podcast to anyone who I speak to who is wrestling with our current social issues in Aotearoa New Zealand. Particularly good for non Maori to wrap their heads around what on earth is going on, how it affects the people of this country and who benefits and who doesn’t. In this current media crisis keep doing what you’re doing at BHN. You help explain the smoke and mirrors in our current world.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    perpetual_student
    New Zealanda year ago
  • A must listen for me

    A balm to my left leaning soul. Keeps me up to date on political current affairs. Fab guests with minimal time restrictions so discussions are thorough. Hosts add humor.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sallygirl08
    New Zealanda year ago
  • Progressive, and thoughtful commentary on politics. The interviews are the best part and intelligent questions asked to very knowledgeable guests.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    mindful86
    a year ago

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Pat and Chewie hold the left and right to account with honesty and reliability.
A must-listen for left-leaning audiences seeking in-depth debates and informed guests.
Listeners praise balanced, thorough analysis and memorable humor.
Great political analysis helps non-Maori understand NZ politics and its impacts.
Fresh Fridays bring concise, timely discussions with strong guests.

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#BHN LIVE:Aaron Hendry on Youth Homelessness | Kieran & the Bish on water issues | Paul's OB Debrief
Q: What has changed in the last year regarding the government's handling of homelessness and emergency housing?
The panel notes a backpedal to remove children from the policy, but argues for broader reforms, including end of sanctions on the homeless and a shift toward wraparound support within housing solutions.
#BHN LIVE:Aaron Hendry on Youth Homelessness | Kieran & the Bish on water issues | Paul's OB Debrief
Q: Can Aaron give us a rundown on the move-on order changes and what they would mean for young people?
Aaron explains that removing children from move-on orders is a positive step but emphasizes the broader need to end the move-on policy entirely, as it increases harm and homelessness rather than solving the problem.
#BHN Ayesha Verrall on the "nurses hired" lie | Paul Barlow on reporting emergencies | More protests to come as National hides from media who don't support them unquestionably
Q: What is the current rate of nurses being hired under the National government compared to Labour?
The hosts relay data showing Labour hired about ten nurses per day, while National has effectively frozen hiring at about one nurse every two weeks, creating a substantial gap.
#BHN Simeon Brown backs Luxon | Hipkins rules out Peters | Luxon on new taxes
Q: What is Simeon Brown's stance on the Labour government's health workforce targets?
He argues that Health NZ recruitment is ongoing and emphasizes overall improvements, but avoids committing to specific workforce targets like more nurses or doctors as official government targets, instead framing broad workforce challenges as issues being addressed.
#BHN Uncle Tics LIVE at 9pm | Shoot, Shag, Marry with Paul Henry | McAnulty and Bishop on Nash
Q: What are the hard days like off-camera for Leighton and Josh?
Both guests describe episodes of fatigue, physical tics, and emotional exhaustion that aren't visible online, highlighting the need for patience, rest, and supportive environments.

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A left-leaning, New Zealand–focused current affairs show that delivers longer-form analysis and lively debate across political developments, policy debates, and media coverage. Episodes frequently dissect party leadership dynamics, election strategies, policy proposals, and the role of data in politics, often with guests ranging from MPs and policy experts to journalists and activists. The hosts mix sharp critique with humor, crowd-sourced audience input, and live reaction segments, making it a go-to for listeners who want context, nuance, and accountability in political storytelling. A standout aspect is the integration of Open Brief data and other tools to illuminate how messaging and media framing shape public opinion, which is likely to... more

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2. Nigel Farage
3. Ganesh Nana
4. Greg Fleming
5. Ayesha Verrall
6. Fleur Fitzsimmons
7. Debbie Ngawira Pekka
8. Tama Portaka

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