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The "Paul... The Other One" Podcasts.

Paul Barlow
New Zealand
Local Body Elections
Climate Change
New Zealand First
National Party
Winston Peters
Voices For Freedom
Disinformation
Māori
New Zealand Government
ACT Party
Labour Party
Coalition Government
Inflation
David Seymour
Voter Turnout
Coalition
New Zealand Politics
Māori Wards
Aotearoa

An Award Winning Podcaster - Letting the truth ruin a good story... Former political commentator with a background in media studies and pop culture, Paul has over 35000 followers of his content from across Aotearoa. This content is also available in video formats in fact it probably makes more sense in video - on Tik Tok, YouTube, Facebook & Instagram as well as audio versions where ever you get y... more

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It’s not a surprise the BSA is being scrapped, it’s been telegraphed for a while and t’s been celebrated by the worst on twitter, local astroturfs, right wing media and those who acidly spread disinformation - so what’s the worst that could happen? H... more

Racers, start your engines, the Election is now 6 months away and we are about to see an exponential increase in havoc from the coalition - so what tools do you need to prepare for it?

Check out www.election2026.co.nz for resources and tools to help... more

Pay for Play is a colloquial term for bribing parties by giving them money (or sea food dinners) - and it is technically illegal if you can prove it happened. And an issue cropping up with NZ First shows not only how stupidly difficult it is to prove... more

It’s Star Wars Day - and like a lot of good sci fi, we can learn and be inspired by the messages from a Galaxy Far Far Away in this year’s election.

Check out www.election2026.co.nz for resources and tools to help you decide on who to vote for.

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Tawny Newsome
Actor/Writer involved in Star Trek projects such as Lower Decks and Strange New Worlds
Star Trek-related projects
Episode: Live Long and... Vote, but not for Billionaires and their interests
Dr Lawrence Xu-Nan
Egyptologist, academic, MP, anime fan
Green Party of New Zealand
Episode: NOW: Dr Lawrence Xu-Nan
Dr. Lawrence Yunan
First guest on the host's new series; discussed in episode intro as part of the Nerd Out With theme
Episode: 200 Days and Counting - Are You Ready?
Marama Davidson
Green Party co-leader
Green Party
Episode: Prep Yourself for Poll Positions
Michael Moore
Candidate running in Kapiti Coast
Episode: Running With It: Michael Moore - Kapiti Coast
Cyndee Elder
Dunedin Council candidate
Dunedin City Council
Episode: Running With It: Cyndee Elder - Dunedin City Council
Sara Templeton
Local Body politician running for Mayor of Christchurch
Local Council
Episode: Running With It: Sara Templeton, Christchurch Mayoral Candidate
Honorable Chris Peake
Minister of Construction
Episode: Deconstructing Construction Changes
Geoff Hayward
Candidate for Onepoto Ward, Porirua City Council
Porirua City Council
Episode: Running With It: Cr Geoff Hayward - Porirua City Council

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Paul Barrownz
Host of the show; publicly associated with political commentary and media analysis in New Zealand.

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 16 ratings
  • Quick & awesome

    Really helpful information on telling the difference between what media says vs how they choose to communicate it.

    Check out Paul’s YouTube channel too as he has stuff there too!

    Apple Podcasts
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Listeners appreciate practical media-analysis that clarifies how spin shapes public perception.
The host's direct, no-nonsense tone is frequently praised for candor and clarity.
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Fans value the blend of politics with accessible pop-culture references.

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Running With It: Cyndee Elder - Dunedin City Council
Q: What do you think is the most important thing for voters to take on board before they cast their ballot this year?
Voters should consider candidates who can work collaboratively and are open to dialogue, rather than just sticking to partisan views.
Running With It: Cyndee Elder - Dunedin City Council
Q: Tell me about what your vision is for Dunedin.
Cyndee Elder wants to create a more connected Dunedin with actionable plans, especially concerning housing and civic engagement.
Running With It: Mayor Tory Whanau - Wellington City Council
Q: What do you think voters should take into consideration before casting their ballot this year?
Voters should focus on long-term outcomes, consider the truthfulness of candidates, and think about what their children and grandchildren will inherit.
Running With It: Dr Will Flavell - Henderson Massey Local Board
Q: What do you think is the most important thing that a voter should take on board when they cast their votes this year?
It's really important to research the candidates and be wary of those who aren't transparent about their backgrounds.
Running With It: Sara Templeton, Christchurch Mayoral Candidate
Q: How do you make future planning happen for the population growth?
Sara discusses focusing on existing plans post-earthquake and ensuring proper funding and partnerships for public transport and infrastructure development.

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This show blends sharp political analysis with media-literacy takes, frequently focusing on New Zealand's current affairs through a critical lens on how information is conveyed and contested. Episodes sample a mix of politics, media bias, and policy debates, then widen the lens with pop-culture references and nerd-friendly framing to make complex topics approachable. Noteworthy traits include a steady stream of timely commentary on elections, media governance, and public discourse, plus recurring calls for voter engagement and fact-based scrutiny, all delivered with a candid, opinionated voice. Potential listeners who enjoy principled analysis, skeptical media critique, and culturally relevant examples are likely to find this appealing and ... more

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