
Conversations about the intersections of media, culture and technology in New Zealand, hosted by Duncan Greive, founder of The Spinoff.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 340 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | NewsBusinessNews Commentary | |||

From the press gallery to spin doctor for Helen Clark and chief of staff to Jacinda Ardern, Mike Munro has seen plenty of the kaleidoscope in New Zealand politics and media. He joins Toby to talk about those roles and how it all has changed through t... more
Sarah Murray was a longtime staffer at FQ under different owners, before making a bold move to buy the publication outright in 2023. She joins Duncan Greive on The Fold to talk about the publication’s history and its transformation under her stewards... more
Toby Manhire joins Duncan Greive for an emergency episode to discuss the genuine shock appointment of columnist and political operator Matthew Hooton to editor-in-chief of The Post. We discuss his history, what his columns tell us about him, the pote... more
Jason Monteiro is head of streaming for WBD across APAC, and joins Glen Kyne and Duncan Greive on The Fold to discuss the late arrival of one of the biggest streaming platforms in the world to a small and seemingly saturated market. Monteiro makes th... more
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I genuinely feel after listening to Dunc’s Folds that my raw material, my feedstock for a fuller understanding of media is richer.
There are probably some great Omega-3 fatty acids in there also. Not sure if listening perks my skin and hair, but it definitely lowers inflammation and help fight depression.
Allows ads from the fossil fuel industry.
Just shows how much nz media is just a big circle jerk.
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The show explores how media, culture, and technology intersect in Aotearoa, featuring high-profile media industry discussions, regulatory debates, and AI's impact on journalism and advertising. Episodes frequently center on media governance, industry shifts, and the business of independent content, often grounded with NZ-specific context and live entertainment or sports angles. A standout trait is the host's ability to pull nuanced insights from guests ranging from agency leaders to regulators, while maintaining clear, accessible analysis that helps listeners understand complex shifts in media and tech ecosystems. This program is particularly valuable for listeners who want inside perspectives on NZ media policy, platform dynamics, and the ... more
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Recent guests on The Fold include:
1. Mike Munro
2. Sarah Murray
3. Jason Monteiro
4. Hamish McNicol
5. Calida Stuart-Menteath
6. James Davidson
7. Lisa Leicester
8. Mike Delaney
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