The Dispatches
Left Foot MediaCommentary and contrarian thinking on politics, current affairs and culture from Aotearoa New Zealand
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 100 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | DocumentaryNews CommentarySociety & CultureNews | |||
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Last weekend I went to see Christopher Nolan’s new film The Odyssey. In this episode of The Dispatches I take a deep dive and share my unfiltered thoughts about why I don’t think it is Nolan’s greatest movie; why it is both spectacular and lifeless; ... more
Frank Ritchie hosts a weekly talkback show on Newstalk ZB; he founded a Christian chaplaincy organisation to minister to journalists and others who work in the NZ media; and until relatively recently he was also a Protestant pastor. Then, in Easter 2... more
In this episode I sit down with Simon O’Connor for a candid conversation about his life and views on the times we find ourselves living through. We discuss everything from conspiracy theories, to his political betrayal, to being a politician during t... more
Last week a Louisiana court issued a significant ruling about how abortion pills can be accessed in their state. Within days that ruling had escalated all the way to the US Supreme Court. In this episode I explore how we got to this point and where t... more
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United States10 months ago Fantastic analysis of NZ news, society and the future of the West
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If you want a sane, counter-cultural perspective on current issues in New Zealand, Brendan is your man !
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New Zealand4 years ago Great to hear an alternative view.
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A sharp-leaning, ideologically diverse discussion space that covers politics, ethics, and culture with a focus on New Zealand and global trends. Episodes frequently tackle contemporary policy battles (such as abortion access and euthanasia), the geopolitics of war and nationalism, and the ethical implications of technology like artificial intelligence, all through a contrarian, faith-informed lens. The hostoften blends personal anecdotes with principled conservatism and critiques of mainstream narratives, offering listeners a provocative yet thoughtful take on leadership, public policy, and community resilience. Notable strengths include a clear point of view, deep dives into policy detail, and a willingness to challenge prevailing politica... more
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2. Father Thomas Joseph White
3. Jonathan Ayling
4. David Quinn
5. Coleman Hughes
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