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Paid To Talk with Leigh Hart

iHeartRadio NZ
Comedy
New Zealand
Boxing
Joseph Parker
All Blacks
Sexuality
Humor
Fatherhood
Apple Watch
Radio Hauraki
Rugby
Fight Night
Podcasting
Drunken Mishaps
Dating Apps
Bigfoot
Fabio Wardley
TAB
Auckland
Titanic

Paid To Talk is a hard-hitting comedy podcast hosted by New Zealand cult icon Leigh Hart (Moon TV, Late Night Big Breakfast, Bhuja) and Matt Ward.

Each week, the lads tackle the big issues (and plenty of small ones) with questionable research, strong opinions and the occasional guest. Expect dry humour and the kind of chats that probably shouldn’t be recorded.

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Latest Episodes

Did you know podcasters didn't have to pay tax? According to Leigh Hart that's the case. Just add it to the list of reasons why podcasters are so similar to Destiny Church.

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This podcast is a tax w... more

Relationship expert Hannah Rose Keys joined Leigh Hart and Matt Ward on the podcast to give some tips on how to improve your dating app profile, including which type of fish to hold up in your photos and what to do with those pesky wedding photos tha... more

In a desparate attempt for ratings, Leigh Hart suggested Matt Ward should come out as gay on the podcast... it went about as well as you'd expect.

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Matt's coming out, the podcast is over & Barry... more

We're just days away from the birth of Matt Ward's third child, so Leigh Hart decided to go through the garage to find some of the things the helped him the most when his children were young, including the soundproof bassinet and a repurposed guinea ... more

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Recent Guests

Hannah Rose Keys
Content creator, relationship guru
Independent/Content Creator
Episode: Which fish is most likely to attract a woman?
Barry Soper
Journalist, political commentator
New Zealand political journalism
Episode: Matt's coming out, the podcast is over & Barry Soper drops by for a job interview
Al Brown
Celebrity chef, hospitality entrepreneur
Al Brown (chef)
Episode: “One of the best mouthfuls I’ve had this year” - Leigh Hart and Al Brown masticate together
Wayne Brown
Mayor of Auckland
Auckland Council
Episode: Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown: Placenta in the pool & the war on cones
Morgan Penn
Sexologist specializing in helping people have better sexual experiences through integration of body and mind.
Sex.Life Podcast
Episode: Two Blokes, One Sexpert, and a Shameless Ratings Grab
Joseph Parker
Professional boxer and heavyweight contender
Episode: Joe Parker, shirtless chaos & The Thumb - The Best of the Radio Show
Carl Tilly
TAB representative discussing spring racing
TAB
Episode: The desert wee that nearly got Leigh shot - The Best of the Radio Show
Jeremy Corbett
A veteran in television, radio, and comedy.
Episode: The Jeremy Corbett interview you shouldn't have to hear
Mike Lane
Podcaster and cricket commentator, known for his work with Alternative Commentary Collective.
Alternative Commentary Collective
Episode: The Circle Jerk episode with Mike Lane

Hosts

Leigh Hart
Host of Paid To Talk, NZ comedian and cult icon with a long-running presence in local entertainment.
Matt Ward
Co-host of Paid To Talk, known for quick banter and collaborative energy with Leigh Hart.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 55 ratings
  • once in a life time talent

    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!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dejavoodo
    New Zealand10 months ago
  • Paid to mow

    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?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Verty Bert
    New Zealand10 months ago
  • Next issue? It’s been a while.

    Looking forward to the next one - it’s been a while. Love it. 10/10.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    janedoe6969
    New Zealand10 months ago
  • Paid to talk

    Best podcast ever

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    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tubecruiser
    New Zealanda year ago
  • Haven’t even listened to it…

    But I love the vinegar and salt chips.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sade NZ
    New Zealanda year ago

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Commenters enjoy the mix of personal stories and meta-podcast banter, with some requests for guests or topics.
Listeners praise the chemistry between hosts and guests, noting the sharp, irreverent humor.
Fans appreciate the local NZ flavor and accessible, offbeat topics.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#77
New Zealand/Comedy

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Matt's coming out, the podcast is over & Barry Soper drops by for a job interview
Q: Did you definitely sign off on joining the election-related coverage and the next big election special?
Barry confirms ongoing involvement and looks ahead to contributing to the election coverage and related programming.
Matt's coming out, the podcast is over & Barry Soper drops by for a job interview
Q: Any tips, Barry?
Barry suggests practical, down-to-earth advice about balancing public life with family and the responsibilities that come with fame and honours.
Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown: Placenta in the pool & the war on cones
Q: What do you see as the biggest challenge for Mayor Brown going forward?
The guest emphasizes intensification, transport reform, and delivering affordable, functional infrastructure as the central long-term challenges for Auckland.
Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown: Placenta in the pool & the war on cones
Q: Hi Mayor Wayne, I live on the shore and I just wanted to let you know the NX2 and sometimes the NX1. It gets really hot at times. Can you turn the AC up on the buses?
The guest acknowledges operational challenges of public transport and explains that oversight on specific bus models and comfort varies, while highlighting the broader context of transport planning and service quality.
Joe Parker, shirtless chaos & The Thumb - The Best of the Radio Show
Q: Is that right? You don't have a shirt on often because you're pretty cut at the moment. Is that right?
It's important to appreciate your work. So when I'm walking around with no shirt on, it's not about feeling the confidence within yourself.

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A sharp, irreverent NZ comedy show led by Leigh Hart and Matt Ward. The duo banters on everyday life, pop culture, money, dating, and current events, often riffing with guests and sharp sponsor plugs. Episodes blend self-deprecating humor, candid takes on relationships, technology, and media, with a distinctly New Zealand flavor and a willingness to push boundaries for laughs. The format leans into quick-witted banter, guest spots, and light, meta commentary on the podcasting world, making it a good fit for listeners who enjoy bold humor, relatable life stories, and behind-the-scenes banter from a long-running local duo.

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1. The Hauraki Big Show
2. The Agenda
3. The Hauraki Breakfast Podcast
4. What a Lad
5. Between Two Beers Podcast

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Paid To Talk launched a year ago and published 55 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Paid To Talk include:

1. Hannah Rose Keys
2. Barry Soper
3. Al Brown
4. Wayne Brown
5. Morgan Penn
6. Joseph Parker
7. Carl Tilly
8. Jeremy Corbett

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