
RNZ National’s flagship news programme, known for breaking news stories and incisive interviews with politicians, newsmakers and commentators from Aotearoa and around the world. Hosted by Ingrid Hipkiss and John Campbell.
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 2434 | Founded | 20 years ago |
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Good for information and overall, however, from what I’ve listened to so far the male host tends to ask a question and then speak over the person’s answer. It’s very frustrating to try and hear a complete answer. I prefer to listen to the information available and make a on assessment from there.
Top stories are hidden in amongst all the other clips. It would be so great to separate the top stories into its own channel.
I love the segments and topics but it’s a little frustrating that it’s all split up rather than being in a single episode. Maybe I’m missing something.
Please bring back 30 min daily summaries
RNZ still remains the benchmark
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A brisk, current-affairs focused interview show that blends breaking news with in-depth conversations with politicians, policymakers, researchers, and industry leaders from New Zealand and beyond. Recurring discussion topics include government reform, public service efficiency, AI and technology adoption in the public sector, housing and regional economics, and sector-specific issues like tourism, education, health, and charitable relief. The format often pairs sharp political or policy analysis with human stories from frontline professionals, giving listeners practical insights into how policy and events play out in real life. A standout aspect is the balance between hard-edged policy scrutiny and accessible, human-centered storytelling, w... more
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