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Te Reo Māori
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Covid-19
DJ Software Market
Commerce Commission
Cannabis Stigma
Abe Gray
Inflation
Australia
Official Cash Rate
Monetary Policy
Artificial Intelligence
Generative AI
Infrastructure
Sally King
Carmen Doran
Shane Lebrun
Māori Business

Each episode explores issues impacting business & the New Zealand economy. Listen to in-depth interviews with NZ CEOs. NBR (National Business Review) publishes NZ's leading business and finance podcasts, artificial intelligence, covering market shifts, investment, economics, and corporate leadership. Episodes feature analysis of New Zealand companies, global markets, government policy, and entrepr... more

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In this episode of The NBR Podcast with Simon Shepherd: We take a dive into the AI revolution focusing on the global banking industry. We're talking AI agents that could one day manage financials, budget... more

In this episode of The NBR Podcast with Simon Shepherd: The red tide of 2020 was washed away by a blue suburban wave in 2023 as Auckland voters deserted Labour for National. Now the battle for our biggest city is on again, with both major parties cho... more

Gavin Faull, Swiss-Belhotel chairman, has successively built a global hospitality and tourism chain with 165 hotels across 20 countries.

From humble NZ farm beginnings, Faull shares his journey on success in international hotel management, overcomin... more

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New Zealand’s 2026 election is being shaped by inflation, unemployment, OCR settings, mortgage rates, business confidence, and the cost-of-living crisis, as voters weigh whether the economy is truly recovering — driving sharp political divides betwee... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Lara Greaves
Associate Professor of Politics
Victoria University of Wellington
Episode: 2026 Election: The Battle for Auckland
Christopher Luxton
Auckland Business Chamber member, identified as a speaker at events
Auckland Business Chamber
Episode: 2026 Election: The Battle for Auckland
Simon Bridges
CEO of Auckland Business Chamber (former National Party leader)
Auckland Business Chamber
Episode: 2026 Election: The Battle for Auckland
Chris Hipkins
Leader/representative referenced in Auckland context
Labour Party
Episode: 2026 Election: The Battle for Auckland
Michael Wood
Labour MP discussed in retrospective context
Labour Party
Episode: 2026 Election: The Battle for Auckland
Brianne West
Biochemist and entrepreneur, founder of Itik and Incrediballs
Incrediballs
Episode: Brianne West and her ‘Incrediballs’
Jason Young
Director of the New Zealand Contemporary China Research Centre at Victoria University of Wellington
Victoria University of Wellington
Episode: China – Is it time to pivot?
Alastair Crozier
Executive Director of the New Zealand China Council
New Zealand China Council
Episode: China – Is it time to pivot?
Matt Montgomery
Analyst with Forsyth Bar
Forsyth Bar
Episode: China – Is it time to pivot?

Host

Simon Shepherd
Host of The NBR Podcast

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 38 ratings
  • Balanced and Fair

    Simon and his team do a great job of explaining the complex while keeping their views impartial. The stories are succinct and informative, it’s enough information to get the facts. Well worth a listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lunaandhope56
    New Zealand11 days ago
  • Good variety of topics

    NZ business-focused current affairs podcasts are hard to come by.

    High quality audio.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MrBusiness2
    New Zealand3 months ago
  • Good variety of topics

    NZ business-focused content is hard to come by. High quality audio.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MrBusiness2
    New Zealand6 months ago
  • Good variety of topics

    NZ business-focused content is hard to come by. High quality audio

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MrBusiness2
    New Zealanda year ago
  • Simon is a great interviewer

    A deep thinker, a brilliant listener and a great journalist. This is a great listen and extremely good podcast with quality quests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NZi2
    New Zealand2 years ago

Listeners Say

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The host is described as a deep thinker and attentive interviewer, delivering quality questions.
High-quality audio and a broad range of relevant NZ topics.
Clean, insightful conversations with clear takeaways for business and policy implications.

Chart Rankings

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#146
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#219
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Growing Swiss-Belhotel: global hotelier on success in hospitality and tourism
Q: What drives you to keep doing this?
People thought I couldn't do it, and that's a big driver.
Growing Swiss-Belhotel: global hotelier on success in hospitality and tourism
Q: Did it look like you weren't going to continue during the crises?
No, except COVID was very tough and everything stopped.
Growing Swiss-Belhotel: global hotelier on success in hospitality and tourism
Q: If I was to stay in one of your hotels, what would be the selling point?
Our culture is based on passion and professionalism.
Willis vs Edmonds - election economics
Q: What do the possible finance ministers say about rising interest rates?
Barbara Edmonds suggests that while some sectors are recovering, many New Zealanders still feel the economic strain, especially as costs rise.
Willis vs Edmonds - election economics
Q: Is the recovery here or not? If so, what does it look like now?
The recovery is evident for some sectors but remains uneven, with ongoing struggles for many individuals and businesses.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The NBR Podcast

What is The NBR Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A business and economy focused program featuring in-depth interviews with senior leaders, policymakers, and researchers across New Zealand and beyond. Episodes frequently tackle current issues shaping the NZ economy, including elections, policy changes, business strategy, and industry disruption, often with insights from corporate chiefs, government figures, and academics. Noteworthy traits include a strong emphasis on local-market context (Auckland and NZ-wide), a mix of political and business perspectives, and a consistent spotlight on practical implications for business leaders and investors. The show tends to blend rigorous analysis with real-world case studies, making it a solid fit for executives, policy-minded professionals, and inve... more

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1. Dr. Lara Greaves
2. Christopher Luxton
3. Simon Bridges
4. Chris Hipkins
5. Michael Wood
6. Brianne West
7. Jason Young
8. Alastair Crozier

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