
Leigh Hart and Matt Ward are Paid To Talk, you're not paid to listen.
Get the podcast every Wednesday as they host a full-on assault on your sense of humour. Every show, they explore the big topics of the week, and you never know what's going to happen next... get ready for the surprise in the middle of the podcasts.
We'll be back in Feb 2026!
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 34 | Founded | 8 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Comedy | |||

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Get set for a full-on assault on your sense of humour as Leigh and sparring partner Matt Ward delve into the big topics.
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Leigh casually reveals the time he ended up in a French aquarium, fought three police officers with a mop and still made it home for coffee.
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Vinyl Friday, the Epstein files and a wind‑turbine tech who may or may not have been taken out mid‑call.
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Leigh & Matt spiral from rugby chat into a completely unhinged hypothetical involving World Cups, win percentagesand… supermodels.
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this pod cast could only be bested by being there while these modern day magicians work their magic from the serenity of yhe eco lodge where it would only be right to re live the anticts of the "big friday" to see who can delete pint of guiness the fastest!
I’d love to come on the show and discuss NZs favourite spring topic: lawns. Grass types, fescue? Ryegrass Poa cita? Choice of lawn mower, push? Petrol? Electric? Ride on? Now patterns, diagonal or checkerboard? When your mower won’t start, Whaddaya do? Whaddaya do?
Looking forward to the next one - it’s been a while. Love it. 10/10.
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Hosted by a dynamic duo, the content showcases a mix of humor and engaging discussions on a variety of topics, often including current events, sports commentary, and absurd or quirky scenarios. The hosts frequently invite guest figures from sports, entertainment, and media, adding to the podcast's entertaining and light-hearted nature. Episodes may begin with thoughtful discussions before spiraling into enjoyable banter and comedic storytelling, keeping the audience engaged and amused.
Listeners can expect a refreshing blend of humor with insights into cultural zeitgeist, including personal anecdotes, humor-inflected sports analysis, and unusual guest interviews. The atmosphere encourages listener interaction while maintaining a comical ed... more
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1. The Hauraki Big Show
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3. The Hauraki Breakfast Podcast
4. Between Two Beers Podcast
5. The Dom Harvey Podcast
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Recent guests on Paid To Talk include:
1. Carl Tilly
2. Jeremy Corbett
3. Joseph Parker
4. Mike Lane
5. Jordan Mooney
6. Kaylee Bell
7. Ali Williams
8. Jonny Brough
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